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The Greatest Snowman - Nick Butterworth

From the creator of One Snowy Night comes this entertaining board book for the youngest of Percy fans!

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The Treasure Hunt - Nick Butterworth

Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth!Percy the park keeper is planning a treasure hunt. All his animal friends are to follow a trail of clues around the park and the first one to reach the end will find the treasure! The animals are so excited they can’t wait for the hunt to begin!Includes a surprise fold-out page!More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!

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The Secret Path - Nick Butterworth

Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth!It’s a beautiful spring morning and a perfect opportunity for Percy the park keeper to trim the overgrown maze. But mazes can be rather confusing and when Percy’s animal friends decide to have some fun, everyone is in for a surprise…Includes a fabulous fold-out maze poster!More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!

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The Rescue Party - Nick Butterworth

Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth!Percy the park keeper is having a day off. It is a perfect day for doing nothing. But Percy’s peaceful picnic is disturbed when a little rabbit takes an unexpected tumble and needs help…Includes a surprise fold-out page!More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!

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Trixie The Witch's Cat - Nick Butterworth, Butterworth, Nick

Trixie the Witch's Cat is a humorous and thought-provoking story about self-acceptance. Children will love the fast-paced and funny story of Trixie, the witch's cat, from picture-book genius Nick Butterworth. Trixie is willing to do anything to be rid of her one white paw, but when she uses magic to try to "fix" it, chaos ensues, and Trixie learns that it's good to be different and accept yourself for who you are.

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Percy and the Rabbit - Nick Butterworth

Nick Butterworth’s well known and much loved character Percy the Park Keeper stars in this beautifully told story for early readers. When Percy’s cap, scarf and gloves go missing, they end up being used by some mischevious mice to decorate a snowman!Yellow/ Band 3 books offer varied sentence structure and natural language.Text type – A story with a familiar setting.A storyboard on pages 14 and 15 provide children with an opportunity to retell the story in their own words.Curriculum links – Geography: our local area; citizenship: animals and us.This story is one of three books by Nick Butterworth in the Collins Big Cat reading programme.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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After the Storm - Nick Butterworth

Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth!A storm is raging outside and Percy the park keeper is having a sleepless night. When he gets up the following morning, Percy finds that the old oak tree has been blown down. It is a disaster for his animal friends who live there, but Percy is soon devising a plan to help his little friends find new homes.Includes a fabulous, surprise fold-out poster!More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!

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Fox’s Hiccups - Nick Butterworth

A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper is looking forward to a good rest after a busy day, when peace is interrupted by a loud crash. The fox has come to ask for Percy’s help and soon finds a most unusual cure for his hiccups…A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth.Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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Trixie the Witch's Cat - Nick Butterworth

Join Trixie the witch's cat on a spellbinding adventure of mischief and magical mishaps, from award-winning author-illustrator Nick Butterworth!Trixie the witch's cat is a very happy cat. How can Trixie be a real witch's cat if she's not pitch-black all over?

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123 - Nick Butterworth

Learn to count with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this fun first concept book from highly regarded, award-winning author/illustrator Nick Butterworth.Learning to count is much easier when you do it with friends, and in this book children will find all their favourite characters from Percy’s Park! From one to ten, the pages are packed full with beautiful illustrations, also introducing toddlers to the natural world as they go along.Based on the bestselling picture books by Nick Butterworth, including One Snowy Night, this simple and fun first concept book is perfect for nature lovers and the very youngest of Percy’s fans!Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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One Snowy Night - Nick Butterworth

Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth! Percy the park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter's night Percy discovers that his little friends need more than food and he must find a way to help them. Includes a surprise pull-out poster! More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!

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Badger’s Bath - Nick Butterworth

A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.The badger has been doing what badgers do best. Digging. He’s had a lovely day and, as usual when he’s had a lovely day, he is filthy dirty.Percy the park keeper loves to help his animal friends, so when he sees how dirty the badger is, he prepares a special bath with warm soapy water. But just as it’s ready, the badger is nowhere to be seen…Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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Percy’s Bumpy Ride - Nick Butterworth

Celebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth!Percy the park keeper has been busy in his workshop for days. As his animal friends try to guess what he is making, Percy suddenly emerges sitting on top of a very strange machine. The animals jump aboard for what turns out to be a very bumpy ride…Includes a surprise fold-out page!More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!

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Jasper's Beanstalk - Nick Butterworth

From the award-winning creators of Percy the Park Keeper and Kipper comes a new edition of a picture book classic - perfect for children finding out about nature and how things grow. Mick Inkpen is the libraries'' ninth most borrowed author.Jasper plants a bean. He waits for it to grow into a beanstalk all week. How long will he have to wait before he can start looking for giants?''The charmingly comical Inkpen, as always, hits the spot.'' The Guardian''Nick Butterworth is one of the best picture book writers alive.'' The Independent

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Owl’s Lesson - Nick Butterworth

A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper is always ready to lend his friends a helping hand. When he finds a young bird who can’t fly, he asks the owl to give it some lessons. The owl is an expert at flying – or so she thinks …Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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Jingle Bells - Nick Butterworth

Join some very enterprising mice in this funny, festive book from best-selling creator of Percy the Park Keeper, Nick Butterworth. A great Christmas gift!Christmas time, a happy time – or so it should be. But for two small mice, Lottie and Jack, Christmas Eve is overshadowed by one big problem… That Cat. How can they stop him from spoiling everything? Their friend, the wise rat, Ton Chee, has an idea involving a little golden bell … but will it work?

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Percy and the Badger - Nick Butterworth

Nick Butterworth’s well known and much loved character Percy the Park Keeper stars in this beautifully told story for early readers. Percy tries to persuade a reluctant Badger to take a bath. Badger doesn’t want to, so Percy takes a bath instead – only to find he has some unexpected comapany when Badger falls in the water with him!Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns withsequential events and integrated literary andnatural language.Text type – A story with a familiar setting.A storyboard on pages 14 and 15 provides children with the opportunity to retell the story in their own words.Curriculum links – Geography: our local area; Citizenship: animals and us.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Cross Rabbit - Nick Butterworth

A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.

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The Easter Egg Hunt - Nick Butterworth

From the creator of One Snowy Night comes this entertaining Easter board book for the youngest of Percy fans!Percy the park keeper is hiding Easter eggs around the park for the bunnies to find. But will there be enough for everyone? Count along with Percy and his friends as they discover the hidden treats in this rhyming story that is a delight to read aloud.Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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Percy the Park Keeper: Nature Explorer Activity Book - Nick Butterworth

Explore nature with Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends! A fun-packed autumn and winter activity book from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.Learn all about autumn and winter in this fun-filled nature activity book.Percy and his animal friends are here to guide you on an amazing discovery of plants, birds, animals, insects and more. Including wildlife facts and photos, nature-spotter guides and exciting creative projects – as well as more than four hundred stickers – this book is bursting with indoor and outdoor fun for all the family! Perfect for young nature lovers.Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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The Monster Snowman - Cross Gillian

Jack and his friends have loads of fun building the greatest, scariest snowman in the whole world. But the last thing that they expect is for it to come alive!Jack wakes up on his birthday to find an extra special present – everything is covered in fluffy, white snow! He and two friends Sam and Ryan decide to build the biggest, scariest snowman in the world. But when they all receive a mysterious text in the middle of the night, the last thing they expect is to be chased up a tree by the monster snowman! But is the snowman as scary as he seems?Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 8.

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One Snowy Night Jigsaw Book - Nick Butterworth

A beautiful jigsaw gift book featuring Nick Butterworth’s best-loved classic, One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper always feeds the animals in the park where he lives. But one cold winter’s night. Percy discovers that his little friends need more than food and he must find a way to help them.Join Percy and his friends in this timeless winter classic, brought to life with six 12-piece jigsaw puzzles that are sure to delight.Read the story and complete the puzzles, perfect to keep you entertained on a long winter’s night.

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A Faraway Tree Adventure: Joe and the Magic Snowman - Enid Blyton

A full-colour short story taken from the world of the Magic Faraway Tree. Perfect for new readers. Discover the magic!When Joe is whisked up to the Land of Ice and Snow, he meets a rather bossy snowman, who is determined to make Joe his servant! Can Moon-Face, Frannie and Beth rescue Joe, with the help of their new friends, Goldilocks and the Three Bears?The stories about the Magic Faraway Tree have been entertaining children for more than 80 years. Now these colour short stories offer a great way for young new readers to discover the adventures of Silky, Moon-Face, the Saucepan Man and all of their friends in the Enchanted Wood. Also available in this short story series: A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Birthdays A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Magic Medicines A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Do-As-You-Please A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Goodies A Faraway Tree Adventure: In Santa Claus''s Castle A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Toys A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Dreams A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Silly School A Faraway Tree Adventure: The Land of Enchantments A Faraway Tree Adventure: Joe and the Magic ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Awesome Animal Evolution: Discover the Greatest Success Stories of Animal Adaptation! - Dr. Nick Crumpton

Discover the most brilliant skills animals have ever evolved in a stylish and fascinating picture book. Body armour, seeing with sound, gliding without wings - wherever you look in the animal kingdom, you can find amazing super skills to deal with nature''s trickiest challenges. In fact, these skills are so amazing that they have evolved again and again in totally unrelated animals! From tiny insects to ginormous giraffes, meet the creatures that have the same ingenious ways of surviving and thriving on planet Earth. Discover the wonders of evolution in this vibrant picture book packed with incredible facts from zoologist Dr Nick Crumpton, and illustrated by award-winning new talent Viola Wang.

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The Adventure Club: The Orphan Orangutan - Jess Butterworth

Do you like exploring, animals and adventure? Then join the Adventure Club! A new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings. It''s time for the fourth Adventure Club trip, and this time Tilly and the Adventure Club are off to Borneo. When the team find an orphan orangutan alone in the wild after a fire, they rescue it and the baby orangutan takes a special liking to Tilly. But can the Adventure Club train to the baby to live in the wild without her mum? And if they do, how will Tilly ever be able to leave her behind? Join the Adventure Club to find out!Packed full of illustrations and set as Tilly''s own diary, this new series is perfect for young readers who are beginning to read on their own.

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Nick Drake: The Life - Jack Richard Morton

''This is the book we''ve been waiting for . . . It is a biography to be treasured'' Joe Boyd''The Drake completist could ask for nothing else'' Daily Telegraph''Illuminating. The definitive word on Drake'' ObserverIn 1968 Nick Drake had everything to live for. The product of a loving, creative family and a privileged background, he was not only a handsome and popular Cambridge undergraduate, but also a new signing to the UK''s hippest record label, Island.Three years later, however - having made three well-reviewed but low-selling albums - Nick had been overwhelmed by a mysterious mental illness. He returned to live in his family home in rural Warwickshire in 1971, and died in obscurity in 1974, aged just 26.In the decades since, Nick has become the subject of ever-growing fascination and speculation. Combined sales of his records now stand in the millions, his songs are frequently heard on TV and in films, and he has become one of the most widely known and admired singer-songwriters of his generation.Nick Drake: The Life is the only biography of Nick to be written with the blessing and involvement of his sister and Estate. Drawing on copious original research and new interviews with his ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Meaning of Geese - Nick Acheson

‘A magisterial diary for bird lovers.’ ObserverWINNER – BOOK OF THE YEAR - East Anglian Book Awards 2023⭐⭐⭐⭐ The TelegraphAs seen on BBC Winterwatch 2023‘Honest, human and heart-grabbing. I loved this book so much.’ Sophie Pavelle, author of Forget Me Not‘Delightful’ Stephen Moss, author of Ten Birds that Changed the World‘Fascinating and thought-provoking’ Jake Fiennes, author of Land Healer‘Awe-filled and absorbing’ Nicola Chester, author of On Gallows DownThe Meaning of Geese is a book of thrilling encounters with wildlife, of tired legs, punctured tyres and inhospitable weather. Above all, it is the story of Nick Acheson’s love for the land in which he was born and raised, and for the wild geese that fill it with sound and spectacle every winter.Renowned naturalist and conservationist Nick Acheson spent countless hours observing and researching wild geese, transported through all weathers by his mother’s 40-year-old trusty red bicycle. He meticulously details the geese’s arrival, observing what they mean to his beloved Norfolk and the role they play in local people’s lives – and what role the birds could play in our changing world. During a time when many people faced the prospect of little work or human contact, Nick followed the pinkfeet and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Snowman's Adventure

Join Snowman for a magical winter adventure in this interactive, die-cut board book! Each page of this innovative board book has die-cut parts that layer together to create a dimensional portrait of Snowman. In Secrets of the Season: Snowman’s Adventure, Snowman shares his winter accessories with his friends, and readers can lift away each accessory as the story goes. With each turn of the page, another element disappears, until finally Snowman himself leaves a pile of freshly fallen snow! A glittery cover; bold, adorable illustrations; and simple, rhyming sentences bring the magic of this wintertime adventure to life. The Secrets of the Season series of die-cut board books explore the stories and iconic characters associated with a range of holiday and seasonal celebrations. Each book pairs simple rhyming text and bright bold illustrations with die-cut layers to create an interactive adventure for young readers.

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A Flying Visit - Nick Butterworth

An exciting picture book about much-loved Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.

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Once Upon a Journey - Nick Butterworth

Set sail on a magical adventure, full of surprises, in this exciting new picture book from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper has turned a rusty old car into a “sailing car”, powered by the wind! To celebrate, he drives his animal friends away from the park to camp beneath the stars. But after a wonderful evening, as everyone is starting to settle down, they discover that Percy’s car has rolled into a pond! Whatever will they do? Perhaps, Percy’s old friend Randolph the reindeer can come to their rescue?Percy the park keeper and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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Hedgehog’s Balloon - Nick Butterworth

As seen on Cbeebies Bedtime Stories.The hedgehog is feeling sad. He loves balloons but they always burst on his spines. Perhaps Percy the park keeper can find a way to help the hedgehog play with his very first balloon?Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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Hide-and-Seek! - Nick Butterworth

From the creator of One Snowy Night comes this entertaining new novelty board book for the youngest of Percy fans!Percy the park keeper is playing hide-and-seek with his animal friends! Who’s hiding in the grass? And who’s hiding under the blanket? Lift the flaps in this fun interactive book to help Percy find everyone!Percy and his friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years

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Albert Le Blanc - Nick Butterworth

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of this uplifting story about a bear without a smile, from the bestselling creator of Percy the Park Keeper.This is the story of Albert Le Blanc. (He’s from France, so that ‘Al-bear Le Blonk.)When Albert Le Blanc arrives in Mr Jolly’s toy shop, the other toys think he is the saddest-looking bear they have ever seen. But then, Jack-in-a-box has an idea that might just put a smile on their new friend’s face . . .A delightfully funny story about the importance of friendship – and laughter – from the creator of the internationally popular stories about Percy the Park Keeper.

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A Classic Treasury - Nick Butterworth

A classic gift edition of best-loved Percy the Park Keeper stories. Percy the park keeper works hard looking after the park and his animal friends who live there. But Percy still likes to find time for some fun! Read about what happened when a badger was offered a bath.Laugh along as the animals help out while Percy is unwell – with unexpected results! Enjoy these stories, and more, in this classic treasury.

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50 Things to Make and Do with Percy - Nick Butterworth

Join in the fun with Percy the park keeper and his animal friends in this entertaining activity book from the creator of One Snowy Night.Percy and his animal friends have made a list of fifty things to make and do in the summer time. Come and join the fun!Make finger-puppet mice, refreshing fruity ice lollies, sandcastles – and much, much more!Including craft projects, baking and drawing activities to keep young nature lovers busy, plus over one hundred stickers!Bursting with indoor and outdoor fun for all the family!

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A Rainy Day - Nick Butterworth

From the creator of One Snowy Night comes this entertaining board book for the youngest of Percy fans!Percy the park keeper and his animal friends are just about to enjoy a picnic when, suddenly, there is a thunderstorm. Sheltering in Percy’s hut, the friends wonder how they’ll pass the time indoors. But as they all start to enjoy playing games, they soon discover that they can always have fun together – whatever the weather!A fun, rhyming story about friendship.Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!

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Where the Bones Lie - Nick Kolakowski

“WHERE THE BONES LIE is a road trip into California’s gleaming, seething underbelly. Movie stars, mobsters, wildfires—buckle up and hold on for a heady ride.” – Meg Gardiner, #1 New York Times bestselling author“WHERE THE BONES LIE isn’t just Nick Kolakowski’s strongest novel yet, it’s a helluva page-turner, loaded with sinister humor, a twisty plot, and the kind of complicated characters readers deserve. Don’t miss this one.”– Alex Segura, author of Secret Identity and Alter Ego“Nick Kolakowski is a noir voice for the 21st century.” – Steven Powell, Edgar-winning author of Love Me Fierce in Danger: The Life of James Ellroy“Nick Kolakowski’s WHERE THE BONES LIE starts off in fifth gear and never slows down. This is the best detective novel I’ve read in years.”– Steve Weddle, author of The County LineFor Dash Fuller, Hollywood’s underbelly is home. He’s spent years making the film industry’s worst secrets disappear, and it’s left him a cynical burnout with a taste for bourbon and self-loathing.But when a young woman comes to him with a peculiar quest, Dash sees a chance at redemption. Madeline Ironwood is the daughter of Ken Ironwood, a notorious smuggler and murderer who disappeared 20 years ago. Ken’s skeleton has ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Sweaty Startup - Nick Huber

Real-life, hard-won wisdom on how to start, run and grow a successful business, from the founder of The Sweaty Startup.If you ask the average person who an entrepreneur is, they’ll probably say people like Steve Jobs, Elon Musk or Mark Zuckerberg. But the truth is, you don’t need to know how to code or raise VC money to start a business. There are hundreds of millions of small business owners globally, with most creating simple, straightforward services that customers need.Nick Huber, founder of The Sweaty Startup and several million-dollar businesses, challenges the prevailing Silicon Valley wisdom by demonstrating that success as a small business owner is based on the essential principle of doing common things uncommonly well. In The Sweaty Startup, Nick offers readers the simplest, easiest, and lowest-risk path to reclaiming entrepreneurship, generating value, and forging a new path to get ahead on their own terms. By returning to the most foundational business tactics, this book is a refreshing burst of clarity and simplicity in a world that’s obsessed with technology startups, the suffocating squeeze of digital innovation, and the elusive lure of billion-dollar payouts.Filled to the brim with practical insights, inspiring real-life stories, and actionable advice for aspiring ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Tennis Court - Nick Pachelli

Every one of the world''s half a million tennis courts is, at its most basic, an identical blank canvas: a 78-foot by 36-foot rectangle, divided by a 3-foot-high net in its centre, and marked with eleven straight lines. But add in the elements of surface, space, wind, acoustics, crowds, shadows, humidity, and even air density, and every tennis court is unique-a work of art. And some are masterpieces.Nick Pachelli curates and profiles 200 of the world''s most beautiful, iconic, significant, alluring, and idiosyncratic tennis courts from across the globe, each breathtakingly photographed. He explores the heavyweights, including Wimbledon''s All England Lawn Tennis Club, which employs a hawk to keep stray birds from soiling the meticulous lawns. Arthur Ashe, the Grandstand, and Court 17 in Flushing, Queens, where hundreds of thousands of tennis fans gather every summer for the US Open. And there''s Court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland-Garros, whose clay seems to take on a different shade-burnt orange, burnt red, burgundy, umber-every time you see it.We visit far-flung treasures, such as Waiheke Tennis Club in New Zealand, where you''ll need to take a plane, then a ferry, then a car or bus, and then walk before arriving there. Indoor marvels, including the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Greatest Star - Jeffrey Vance

Celebrate the 75th anniversary of one of cinema’s greatest achievements, Sunset Boulevard, with rare archival photographs and materials from the Paramount archives.1950 was a seminal year for filmmaking: All About Eve, Born Yesterday, Father of the Bride, and more. But one movie stands above the rest: Sunset Boulevard, Billy Wilder’s searing look at—and indictment of—the studio industry at one of its most influential and powerful times of its reign. The story of Joe Gillis, a down-on-his-luck writer who falls in with Norma Desmond, a faded star of the silent screen who is trying to scramble back into the limelight, is considered by many to be the greatest movie about Hollywood ever produced. Now, fans can step behind the camera with this commemorative celebration of the making of this classic. Featuring rare materials from the Paramount archives, The Greatest Star includes extraordinary production and behind-the-scenes stills, posters, and more, which are all used to illustrate Billy Wilder’s original shooting script for the movie. Also featuring a fascinating essay about the movie from noted film historian Jeffrey Vance and a preface looking back at her time on the film by cast member Nancy Olson Livingston (Betty Schaefer), The Greatest Star is a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Drunken Sailor - Nick Hayes

The Drunken Sailor traces the life of Arthur Rimbaud: poet, surrealist, libertine and gun runner. In dazzling artwork, Nick Hayes follows Rimbaud from his youth in Ardennes to the poetry salons of Paris, from the absinthe-glazed passion of his relationship with Verlaine to his flight into the jungles of Indonesia and the deserts of Yemen and Egypt. Told entirely in Rimbaud’s own words, from a new translation of Le bateau ivre, The Drunken Sailor confirms Nick Hayes’ place as one of the most talented graphic novelists at work today.

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The Sweaty Startup - Nick Huber

Nick Huber, founder of The Sweaty Startup and several million-dollar businesses, challenges the prevailing Silicon Valley wisdom by demonstrating that success as a small business owner is based on the essential principle of doing common things uncommonly well. In The Sweaty Startup, Nick offers readers the simplest, easiest, and lowest-risk path to reclaiming entrepreneurship, generating value, and forging a new path to get ahead on their own terms. By returning to the most foundational business tactics, this book is a refreshing burst of clarity and simplicity in a world that’s obsessed with technology startups, the suffocating squeeze of digital innovation, and the elusive lure of billion-dollar payouts.

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The Complete Lyrics - Nick Cave

'I walk into the corner of my room, see my friends in high places I don't know which is which and whom is whom, they've stolen each other's faces' Spanning Nick Cave's entire career, from his writing for The Birthday Party, through highly acclaimed albums like Murder Ballads, Henry's Dream and DIG, LAZARUS, DIG!!! up to his latest release, Ghosteen, this is a must-have book for all fans of the dark, the beautiful and the defiant - for all fans of the songs of Nick Cave.

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Weather Tots: Blizz Builds a Snowman - Caroline Crowe

In Blizz Builds a Snowman, the Weather Tots are learning about snow. Blizz wants to build the perfect snowman. But things go wrong when the other Weather Tots try to help. Can they find a way of working together?Discover more adventures from this loveable group of young weather characters in Sunny Starts School, Breezy''s Beach Day and Bowie Joins the Team.

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The Running Ground - Nick Thompson

How much does our speed and our decline depend on our minds, not our bodies?In this thought-provoking and inspiring book, top 25 Master marathoner Nick Thompson invites readers to defy the inevitable decline that comes with age. After setting the American record in the 50km for the 45-49 age group, Thompson is on a mission to explore how pain, endurance and talent exist in the mind of a runner. Inspired to run by his father as a young child, Nick Thompson began setting school records in high school and has never looked back since. Running for your Life is the story of Thompson's ambition to break down the physiology of running and reveals how we can power through psychological barriers and get faster with age. Guaranteed to make you rethink what it means to get older, Running for your Life is an exploration of how and why we age and what putting one foot in front of another can teach us about ourselves.

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When the Mountains Roared - Jess Butterworth

A vivid, warm and atmospheric adventure set in the mountains of India, about a girl who is determined to protect the wild leopards of the mountain from poachers, perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell.I thought we''d live here forever ... but then, I thought Mum would be here forever too.When Ruby''s dad uproots her from Australia to set up a hotel in the mountains of India, Ruby is devastated. Not only are they living in a run-down building in the middle of the wilderness surrounded by scorpions, bears and leopards, but Ruby is sure that India will never truly feel like home - not without her mum there.Ever since her mum died, Ruby has been afraid. Of cars. Of the dark. Of going to sleep and never waking up. But then the last remaining leopards of the mountain are threatened and everything changes. Ruby vows to do all she can to protect them - if she can only overcome her fears...

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The Safe House - Nicci French

''Nicci French''s sophisticated, compassionate and gripping crime novels stand head and shoulders above the competition'' Sophie Hannah *** You open your home and your heart to a victim. But your house is anything but safe . . . Samantha Laschen is a doctor specialising in post-traumatic stress disorder. She''s moved to the coast to escape her problems and to be alone with her young daughter. But now the police want her to take in Fiona Mackenzie, a girl whose parents have been savagely murdered. Yet by allowing Fiona in, Sam is exposing herself - and her daughter - to risks she couldn''t possibly have imagined . . .*** Praise for Nicci French: ''French leads the field'' Sunday Express ''Brilliantly crafted . . . masterly control of suspense'' Daily Mirror ''Tense, frightening, gripping'' Easy Living ''Dark, nerve-tingling and addictive'' Daily Express''Gripping, chilling, moving'' Observer

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Formula 1 All the Races: the 100 Greatest Races - Roger Smith, Kevin Turner

Formula 1 All the Greatest Races celebrates the most famous, and infamous, races in the 75 yearCelebrate Formula 1Â’s 75th anniversary with Formula 1: All The Greatest Races, a definitive guide to the sportÂ’s most unforgettable moments. This expertly curated collection highlights 100 iconic races spanning 75 seasons and 1,125 Grands Prix since the championshipÂ’s inception in 1950.Relive the closest finishes, dramatic last-lap victories, and breathtaking wet-weather masterclasses. Explore legendary comebacks, milestone triumphs, and thrilling duels that showcase the extraordinary talent of Formula 1 drivers and the sportÂ’s enduring allure.Each race is brought to life with unique statistics, captivating photography, and insightful analysis in the celebrated Formula 1 All the Races series style. Selected by a panel of Formula 1 experts, these races represent the pinnacle of drama, excitement, and unpredictability that define the worldÂ’s greatest motorsport.Whether you''re a lifelong fan or new to the grid, Formula 1: All The Greatest Races is the ultimate tribute to racingÂ’s rich history and thrilling legacy.

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The Greatest Salesman in the World - Og Mandino

The runaway bestseller with more than four million copies in print! You too can change your life with the priceless wisdom of ten ancient scrolls handed down for thousands of years.“Every sales manager should read The Greatest Salesman in the World. It is a book to keep at the bedside, or on the living room table—a book to dip into as needed, to browse in now and then, to enjoy in small stimulating portions. It is a book for the hours and for the years, a book to turn to over and over again, as to a friend, a book of moral, spiritual and ethical guidance, an unfailing source of comfort and inspiration.”—Lester J. Bradshaw, Jr., Former Dean, Dale Carnegie Institute of Effective Speaking & Human Relations“I have read almost every book that has ever been written on salesmanship, but I think Og Mandino has captured all of them in The Greatest Salesman in the World. No one who follows these principles will ever fail as a salesman, and no one will ever be truly great without them; but, the author has done more than present the principles—he has woven them into the fabric of one of the most fascinating ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Greatest Save Ever - Andrew Strachan

What Is The Connection Between Football and Faith?Are you ready to experience football like never before? The Greatest Save Ever by Andrew Strachan is a unique and captivating book that will take you on an unforgettable journey through the history of the beautiful game, while revealing its astonishing parallels to the wisdom of the Bible. This book is a perfect blend of football passion and spiritual insight. You'll explore the origins and evolution of football, relive legendary matches and moments, and meet the iconic players and coaches who have shaped the sport. But that's just the beginning - prepare to have your mind blown as you discover how the rules, strategies, and drama of football are connected to the timeless teachings of Scripture. From the first red card to the ultimate comeback, The Greatest Save Ever will show you how the story of football is a reflection of the greatest story ever told. You'll gain a fresh perspective on both the game and your faith, as you see how the principles that define success on the pitch are rooted in the eternal truths of the Bible. Whether you're a passionate football fan, a curious spiritual seeker, or somewhere in between, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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