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The Midnight Library - Matt Haig
Between life and death there is a library. When Nora Seed finds herself in the Midnight Library, she has a chance to make things right. Up until now, her life has been full of misery and regret. She feels she has let everyone down, including herself. But things are about to change. The books in the Midnight Library enable Nora to live as if she had done things differently. With the help of an old friend, she can now undo every one of her regrets as she tries to work out her perfect life. But things aren't always what she imagined they'd be, and soon her choices place the library and herself in extreme danger. Before time runs out, she must answer the ultimate question: what is the best way to live?
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The Midnight Library - Matt Haig
Nora's life has been going from bad to worse. Then at the stroke of midnight on her last day on earth she finds herself transported to a library. There she is given the chance to undo her regrets and try out each of the other lives she might have lived. Which raises the ultimate question: with infinite choices, what is the best way to live?
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The Truth Pixie - Matt Haig
From number one bestselling author Matt Haig comes a hilarious and heartwarming story, brilliantly illustrated throughout by Chris Mould“Wherever she is, whatever the day,She only has one kind of thing to say.Just as cats go miaow and cows go moo,The Truth Pixie can only say things that are true.”A very funny and lovable tale of how one special pixie learned to love herself. The Truth Pixie is an enchanting, rhyming story that will delight younger readers – with words by the bestselling mastermind Matt Haig and pictures by the inky genius Chris Mould.
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The Comfort Book - Matt Haig
'Profound, witty and uplifting' Observer 'Full of eloquent, cogent and positive reminders of the beauty of life' Independent The Comfort Book is a collection of consolations learned in hard times and suggestions for making the bad days better. Drawing on maxims, memoir and the inspirational lives of others, these meditations offer new ways of seeing ourselves and the world. This is the book to pick up when you need the wisdom of a friend, the comfort of a hug or a reminder that hope comes from unexpected places.
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The Comfort Book - Matt Haig
Reflections on hope, survival and the messy miracle of being aliveIt is a strange paradox, that many of the clearest, most comforting life lessons are learned while we are at our lowest. But then we never think about food more than when we are hungry and we never think about life rafts more than when we are thrown overboard.The Comfort Book is a collection of consolations learned in hard times and suggestions for making the bad days better. Drawing on maxims, memoir and the inspirational lives of others, these meditations celebrate the ever-changing wonder of living. This is for when we need the wisdom of a friend or a reminder we can always nurture inner strength and hope, even in our busy world.
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The Life Impossible - Matt Haig
THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERThe remarkable new Sunday Times bestselling novel from the author of the international sensation The Midnight Library''A beautiful novel full of life-affirming wonder and imagination'' BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH''What looks like magic is simply a part of life we don''t understand yet . . .''When retired Maths teacher Grace Winters is left a run-down house on a Mediterranean island by a long-lost friend, curiosity gets the better of her. She arrives in Ibiza with a one-way ticket, no guidebook and no plan.Among the rugged hills and golden beaches of the Balearics Grace searches for answers about her friend''s life, and how it ended. What she uncovers is stranger than she could have dreamed. But to dive into this impossible truth, Grace must first come to terms with her past.Filled with wonder and wild adventure, this is a story of hope and the life-changing power of a new beginning.
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The Comfort Book - Matt Haig
THE INSTANT NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER - FEATURING A NEW CHAPTER ON WINTER COMFORTSReflections on hope, survival and the messy miracle of being aliveThe Comfort Book is a collection of consolations learned in hard times and suggestions for making the bad days better. Drawing on maxims, memoir and the inspirational lives of others, these meditations celebrate the ever-changing wonder of living. This is for when we need the wisdom of a friend or a reminder we can always nurture inner strength and hope, even in our busy world.A book of timeless comfort for modern minds.This edition includes a new chapter from the author on finding the light side of the darkest days of the year.
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The Life Impossible - Matt Haig
What looks like magic is simply a part of life we don't understand yet . . .When retired Maths teacher Grace is left a run-down house on a Mediterranean island by a long-lost friend, curiosity gets the better of her.She arrives in Ibiza with a one-way ticket, no guidebook and no plan.Among the rugged hills and golden beaches of the Balearics, Grace searches for answers about her friend's life, and how it ended. What she uncovers is stranger than she could have dreamed. But to dive into this impossible truth, Grace must first come to terms with her past.Filled with wonder and wild adventure, this is a story of hope and the life-changing power of a new beginning.
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The Midnight Library (1786892731)
Kniha - autor Matt Haig, 336 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná
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The Lucky Ride - Yasushi Kitagawa
Combining the whimsy and possibility of The Midnight Library with the mystery and revelatory power of The Secret, a heartwarming and inspiring novel about a man on a magical ride who is unexpectedly offered a chance at happiness.After losing multiple contracts, Shuichi must make restitution to his company. Faced with this large, unanticipated debt, the trip to Paris he and his wife have been planning for a year must be canceled. Traveling to Europe was more than a vacation; it offered the hope of reaching their teenage daughter who has stopped going to school and will not leave her room. Feeling despondent and directionless, Shuichi believes he’s the unluckiest person in Japan.Then a strange taxi mysteriously appears at his door. The driver promises to take Shuichi not to a destination he needs, but to where his next opportunity will be. With nothing to lose, he settles into the backseat and embarks on a series of magical rides that will teach him surprising life lessons, including how luck is not inherent—it’s an investment built over time and even over generations.A compassionate and uplifting fable, The Lucky Ride will make you reconsider what’s important, how to be more present in your life, and empower you to create happiness not just for yourself but for those to come.Translated from the Japanese by Takami Nieda
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The World of Simon Rich - Simon Rich
The world is a bewildering place and we''re ill-equipped to deal with it. From the horrors of childhood to the vagaries of old age, from confused people to humiliated animals, we''re all just trying - and often failing - to keep it together. How carefully should you answer when asked what you''d take to a desert island? What do you do if your parents are reading your diary? How useful is a Swiss Army Knife? And what''s A Brief History of Time really about?Armed with a sharp eye for the absurd and an overwhelming sense of doom, Simon Rich explores the ridiculousness of our everyday lives, from the most minute of anxieties to one of life''s biggest questions: Does God really have a plan for us? Yes, it turns out. Now if only He could remember what it was ...''Simon Rich is very much laugh-out-loud funny. He can conjure authentic, from-the-abdomen laughter on almost every page. He stacks surrealism on top of slick satire on top of pure childish silliness in such a brilliant and condensed way, there are sometimes three laugh-out-loud moments within the same paragraph ... He is exactly the right kind of writer for the internet: funny, high-concept, accessible, short, sharable, a James Thurber for the Twitter age'' Matt Haig
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The Dead Fathers Club - Matt Haig
*MATT HAIG''S NEW NOVEL THE LIFE IMPOSSIBLE IS AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW * FROM THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHORPhilip Noble is an eleven-year-old in crisis. His pub landlord father has died in a road accident, and his mother is succumbing to the greasy charms of her dead husband''s brother, Uncle Alan. The remaining certainties of Philip''s life crumble away when his father''s ghost appears in the pub and declares Uncle Alan murdered him. Arming himself with weapons from the school chemistry cupboard, Philip vows to carry out the ghost''s relentless demands for revenge. But can the words of a ghost be trusted any more than the lies of the living?
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The Radleys - Matt Haig
*MATT HAIG''S NEW NOVEL THE LIFE IMPOSSIBLE IS AVAILABLE NOW *NOW A MAJOR FILM STARRING DAMIAN LEWIS AND KELLY MACDONALDFAMILIES. SOMETIMES THEY''RE A BLOODY NIGHTMARE . . . Life with the Radleys: Radio 4, dinner parties with the Bishopthorpe neighbours and self-denial. Loads of self-denial. But all hell is about to break loose. When teenage daughter Clara gets attacked on the way home from a party, she and her brother Rowan finally discover why they can''t sleep, can''t eat a Thai salad without fear of asphyxiation and can''t go outside unless they''re smothered in Factor 50.With a visit from their lethally louche Uncle Will and an increasingly suspicious police force, life in Bishopthorpe is about to change. Drastically.
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Notes on a Nervous Planet - Matt Haig
*MATT HAIG''S NEW NOVEL THE LIFE IMPOSSIBLE IS AVAILABLE NOW*THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe world is messing with our minds. What if there was something we could do about it?Looking at sleep, news, social media, addiction, work and play, Matt Haig invites us to feel calmer, happier and to question the habits of the digital age. This book might even change the way you spend your precious time on earth.
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Reasons to Stay Alive - Matt Haig
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO FEEL TRULY ALIVE? Aged 24, Matt Haig's world caved in. He could see no way to go on living. This is the true story of how he came through crisis, triumphed over an illness that almost destroyed him and learned to live again. It has helped millions of people do the same. Moving, funny and even joyous, these are the lessons Matt learned. His reasons to stay alive.
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Kluk jménem Vánoce - Matt Haig - audiokniha
Audiokniha: Existuje spousta vánočních příběhů, ale tohle je zaručeně ten první… Má mnoho jmen, ale vypadá pokaždé stejně – bělovlasý muž s plnovousem, který na Vánoce nosí hodným dětem dárky. Koho by napadlo, že i on kdysi dávno býval malým chlapcem? Jmenoval se Nikolas a narodil se ve Finsku v rodině chudé tak, že jeho jedinou hračkou byl panáček vyřezaný z tuřínu. O maminku brzy přišel a jeho tatínek se jednoho dne připojil ke královské výpravě hledající daleko na severu bájné elfy. Jenže se dlouho nevracel, a tak se ho Nikolas se svým myším kamarádem vydal hledat. A to byl začátek velkého napínavého dobrodružství, v němž nechybí elfové, kouzla, skřítci, létající sobi, ba ani troll a na jehož konci bude lidský svět o poznání šťastnějším a magičtějším místem k životu… Mimořádně úspěšná kniha pro děti se v roce 2021 dočkala neméně kouzelné filmové adaptace. „Andersenovská nevinnost příběhu je protkána temnotou a černým humorem ve stylu Roalda Dahla.“ – Tony Bradman, The Guardian. „Úžasná směsice pohádky a vtipu. Pro malé i velké. Prostě báječné. Tohle je vánoční kniha roku.“ – The Sun „Kniha potěší dospělé i děti. Budoucí klasika.“ − The Bookseller. „Matt Haig napsal věčný a nejnesmrtelnější vánoční příběh, jaký byl za poslední desetiletí vydán. Budoucí generace budou mít z Chlapce jménem Vánoce stejnou potěchu a radost, jakou přináší cukroví, sněhuláci a smetanové likéry...“ − Stephen Fry. „Nová sváteční klasika. Vtipná, smutná a skvělá. Ukázalo se, že jsme znali jen polovinu příběhu.“ − Simon Mayo.
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Notes on a Nervous Planet - Matt Haig
THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe world is messing with our minds.Rates of stress and anxiety are rising. A fast, nervous planet is creating fast and nervous lives. We are more connected, yet feel more alone. And we are encouraged to worry about everything from world politics to our body mass index.- How can we stay sane on a planet that makes us mad? - How do we stay human in a technological world?- How do we feel happy when we are encouraged to be anxious? After experiencing years of anxiety and panic attacks, these questions became urgent matters of life and death for Matt Haig. And he began to look for the link between what he felt and the world around him. Notes on a Nervous Planet is a personal and vital look at how to feel happy, human and whole in the twenty-first century.
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A Boy Called Christmas - Matt Haig
The first magical book in Matt Haig's festive series - now a major new film!BELIEVE IN THE IMPOSSIBLEYou are about to read the TRUE STORY of Father Christmas.If you believe that some things are impossible, you should put this book down right away.(Because this book is FULL of impossible things.)Are you still reading? Good.Then let us begin . . .
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The Last Family in England - Matt Haig
Meet the Hunter family: Adam, Kate, and their children Hal and Charlotte. And Prince, their black Labrador. Prince is an earnest young dog, striving hard to live up to the tenets of the Labrador Pact (Remain Loyal to Your Human Masters, Serve and Protect Your Family at Any Cost). Other dogs, led by the Springer Spaniels, have revolted. As things in the Hunter family begin to go badly awry - marital breakdown, rowdy teenage parties, attempted suicide - Prince's responsibilities threaten to overwhelm him and he is forced to break the Labrador Pact and take desperate action to save his Family.
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The Humans - Matt Haig
THERE'S NO PLANET LIKE HOMEAfter an 'incident' one wet Friday night where he was found walking naked through the streets of Cambridge, Professor Andrew Martin is not feeling quite himself. Food sickens him. Clothes confound him.Even his loving wife and teenage son are repulsive to him. He feels lost amongst an alien species and hates everyone on the planet. Everyone, that is, except Newton, (and he's a dog).Who is he really? And what could make someone change their mind about the human race?
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The Radleys - Matt Haig
NOW A MAJOR FILM STARRING DAMIAN LEWIS AND KELLY MACDONALD FAMILIES. SOMETIMES THEY''RE A BLOODY NIGHTMARE . . . Life with the Radleys: Radio 4, dinner parties with the Bishopthorpe neighbours and self-denial. Loads of self-denial. But all hell is about to break loose. When teenage daughter Clara gets attacked on the way home from a party, she and her brother Rowan finally discover why they can''t sleep, can''t eat a Thai salad without fear of asphyxiation and can''t go outside unless they''re smothered in Factor 50.With a visit from their lethally louche Uncle Will and an increasingly suspicious police force, life in Bishopthorpe is about to change. Drastically.
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The Midnight Guardians - Ross Montgomery
Discover a world of magical storytelling with Ross Montgomery. SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA CHILDREN''S BOOK AWARD WATERSTONES CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE MONTHHIVE CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE MONTHTOPPSTA CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE MONTH“One of our finest children’s writers.†Phil Earle“A master storyteller.†Aisling Fowler“Another absolute triumph from one of my favourite children’s authors.†Catherine Doyle Sometimes at the darkest hour, hope shines the brightest…When Col’s childhood imaginary friends come to life, he discovers a world where myths and legends are real. Accompanied by his guardians – a six-foot tiger, a badger in a waistcoat and a miniature knight – Col must race to Blitz-bombed London to save his sister.But there are darker forces at work, even than the Nazi bombings. Soon Col is pursued by the terrifying Midwinter King, who is determined to bring an eternal darkness down over everything.PRAISE FOR THE MIDNIGHT GUARDIANS"Montgomery''s latest is an enthralling, Narnia-flavoured novel with the folkloric feel of a Christmas classic." Guardian"Beautifully drawn fantasy characters ... a story of hope and love underpinned by witty humour.†Daily Mail"A magical slice of historical fantasy fiction.†i Newspaper"This lovely adventure story has the feel of a classic children''s book." Book of the Week, The Week Junior“Ross Montgomery’s beautiful writing and epic storytelling weave together a magical adventure set against the backdrop of World War Two.†WRD Magazine"Spectacular. A story of real and rare power - The Midnight Guardians is one of the best books I''ve read in years." Kiran Millwood Hargrave"The Midnight Guardians is torch-under-the-duvet, can''t-stop-reading magic. British folklore rebooted … in an edge-of-your-seat, heart-filled search for hope in the darkest hour." Piers Torday"Embark on a mythic, comic, classic adventure with the finest fellowship since Frodo set a hairy foot beyond the Shire.†David Solomons“Glorious! I think this is Ross Montgomery’s best book yet: an adventure across WWII wintry Britain with a Kindertransportee, a boy dressed in shorts and his three imaginary friends. A joy of a joy of a thing.†Katherine Rundell"A gem of book, jam-packed with heart and humour and one utterly unique set of friends." Peter Bunzl“Pure magic. Storytelling at its very best.†Abi Elphinstone"Brilliant! The Midnight Guardians is the perfect blend of humour, adventure and emotion. Simply beautiful." Lisa Thompson"Funny, thrilling, moving ... everything that is brilliant about children''s literature. A triumph." Sophie Anderson“Brimming with imagination and warmth, and powered by the strongest magic of all - hope. Fantastic from first page to last.†Catherine Doyle"Beautiful. A magical, big-hearted adventure full of wit and warmth. One of the best children''s books I''ve read for ages." Anna James“A tale of enchantment and friendship … all the warmth of a timeless story, told between friends round a winter fire … funny and true in the way all good stories are.†Thomas Taylor“The adventure whisks you through wartime trouble and mythical danger like riding a giant tiger through falling snow … A magical story.†Jack Noel“With the spirit of Narnia, but a heart of its own. The Midnight Guardians is totally enchanting. I gobbled up every word.†Aisha Bushby"I inhaled this wonderful book in one sitting ... humour, beautiful writing, heartbreak, hope, and a fat badger in a waistcoat. I''ll be recommending it to everyone." Katya Balen"A real triumph of the imagination, blending the appeal of a classic adventure with Montgomery''s heart and humour, and a hint of Narnia." Editor''s Choice, The Bookseller
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Dinner at the Night Library - Harada Hika
The Night Library is no ordinary library. Within it are found the rarest and most unusual collections – the books of deceased famous writers: the books they wrote; the books that inspired them;the books they loved. All Otaha Higuchi wants to do is work with books.However, the exhausting nature of her work at a chain bookstore, combined with her paltry salary and irritating manager quickly bring reality crashing down around her. She is on the verge of quitting when she receives a message from somebody calling themselves ‘Seven Rainbows’, inviting her to apply for a job at a library with no name, a place referred to simply as ‘The Night Library’. After successfully passing the interview, Otaha arrives at The Night Library and her sunny personality immediately earns her comparisons with Anne of Green Gables.For the very first time she feels she has found her place in the world. As well as a treasure trove of books, the library houses a group of likeminded literary misfits, including a legendary chef who prepares incredible meals for the library’s employees at the end of each day. Together they embark on a series of bookish adventures.But when the library’s mysterious owner decides to temporarily close the library, Otaha and her friends fear that it may not reopen and that the peace they have found there will forever be lost to them. Is their friendship and their faith in the value of books strong enough to save it? And what will remain if it isn’t? Dinner at the Night Library is a heartwarming literary mystery, filled with quirky characters, Japanese culture and the mouthwatering meals. It asks why books matter and offers a cheer of encouragement to everybody who believes they do. Ultimately, it is a paean to reading and the relevance of books through the ages—past, present, and future.
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The Dark Library - Cyrille Martinez
Libraries are magical places. But what if they''re even more magical than we know?In Cyrille Martinez''s library, the books are alive: not just their ideas or their stories, but the books themselves. Meet the Angry Young Book, who has strong opinions about who reads what and why. He''s tired of people reading bestsellers, so he places himself on the desks of those who might appreciate him. Meet the Old Historian who mysteriously vanished from the stacks. Meet the Blue Librarian, the Mauve Librarian, the Yellow Librarian, and spend a day with the Red Librarian trying to banish coffee cups and laptops.Then one day there are no empty desks anywhere in the Great Library. A great horde of student workers has descended, and they will scan every single book in the library: the much-borrowed, the neglected, the popular, the obscure. What will happen to the library then? Will it still be necessary?The Dark Library is a theoretical fiction, a meditation on what libraries mean in our digital world. Has the act of reading changed? What is a reader? A book? Martinez, a librarian himself, has written a love letter to the urban forest of the dark, wild library, where ideas and stories roam free.
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The Midnight Peacock - Katherine Woodfine
A fast-paced historical mystery adventure for readers aged 9+ years, with gorgeous Edwardian period detail. Perfect for fans of Chris Riddell''s Goth Girl series, Enid Blyton and Robin Stevens''s Murder Most Unladylike series.You are cordially invited to Sinclair’s Midnight Peacock Ball!The festive season has come to Sinclair’s and Sophie and Lil are spending the holidays at snowy Winter Hall. But it turns out that this is no ordinary house party …As sinister secrets come to light, our intrepid heroines find themselves faced with a more baffling mystery than ever before!With the help of their friends, can they uncover the truth in time to foil a truly diabolical plot? Or will Mr Sinclair’s New Year’s Eve Midnight Peacock Ball spell disaster for the dauntless young detectives?Prepare for shocks and surprises in the thrilling conclusion to the Sinclair’s Mysteries!Praise for The Midnight Peacock:''Katherine Woodbine brings her tautly plotted Edwardian series The Sinclair''s Mysteries to a stylish conclusion, in a book filled with deft characterisation and delectable period detail.'' Guardian******Praise for The Clockwork Sparrow:''A wonderful book, with a glorious heroine and a true spirit of adventure’ – Katherine Rundell, author of Rooftoppers‘A real page-turner, it has murders, spies and gangs of thieves. Thrilling!’ – Indiana, aged 10 years, LoveReadingforKids reviewer''Dastardliness on a big scale is uncovered in this well-plotted, evocative novel'' – Nicolette Jones, The Sunday Times''It''s a dashing plot, an atmospheric setting and an extensive and imaginative cast. Katherine Woodfine handles it all with aplomb'' – Julia Eccleshare, Guardian''An incredible read full of mystery, wonder and adventure…This is now one of my top ten.'' – Celeste, age 13 years, LoveReading4Kids reviewerThe Midnight Peacock is the fourth book in the Sinclair''s Mysteries quartet. The other books are the bestselling The Clockwork Sparrow, The Jewelled Moth and The Painted Dragon.Katherine Woodfine is a true champion of children’s literature. Until 2015 she was Arts Project Manager for Booktrust, where she project-managed the Children''s Laureateship and YALC, the UK’s first Young Adult Literature Convention, curated by Malorie Blackman.She is part of the founding team at Down the Rabbit Hole, a monthly show for Resonance FM discussing children’s literature.Katherine blogs at followtheyellow.co.uk. She lives in London.
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Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics: The Graphic Novel - Chris Grabenstein, Douglas Holgate
The New York Times bestselling, puzzle-packed sequel to the award-winning Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein, coauthor of I Funny, Treasure Hunters and other bestselling series with James Patterson! Welcome, boys and girls, readers of all ages, to the first-ever Library Olympics! Kyle and his teammates are back, and the world-famous game maker Luigi Lemoncello is at it again!  This time Mr. Lemoncello has invited teams from all across America to compete in the first-ever LIBRARY OLYMPICS. But something suspicious is going on . . . books are missing from Mr. Lemoncello’s library. Is someone trying to censor what the kids are reading?! Now it’s not just a game—can Mr. Lemoncello find the real defenders of books and champions of libraries? In between figuring out mind-boggling challenges, the kids will have to band together to get to the bottom of this mystery.  Packed with puzzles, clues, and thrilling surprises, this is a deliciously fun, action-packed sequel to the New York Times bestselling Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library. Let the games begin!Praise for Mr. Lemoncello’s Library Olympics* An ILA-CBC Children''s Choice “Discover the coolest library in the world.” —JAMES PATTERSON “This sequel is just as much of an adventure as the first entry. Lots of action and quirky humor will lead kids to do just what libraries encourage them to do: keep reading.” —The Washington Post“This action-packed sequel is sure to delight. Another winning love letter to libraries and librarians that is sure to leave readers looking at their own library in a new light.” —Booklist “Dewey like this? Of course, and so will upper-elementary and middle school readers and gamers alike.” —Kirkus Reviews
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The Midnight Gang - David Walliams
Welcome to the Midnight Gang! Midnight is the time when all children are fast asleep, except of course for… the Midnight Gang. That is when their adventures are just beginning… When Tom gets hit on the head by a cricket ball, he finds himself at Lord Funt Hospital, and is greeted by a terrifying-looking porter. Things go from bad to worse when he meets the wicked matron in charge of the children's ward… But Tom is about to embark on the most thrilling journey of a lifetime!The Midnight Gang tells an extraordinarily heartwarming and, of course, funny story of five children on a hospital ward – and on a quest for adventure! It is a story of friendship and magic – and of making dreams come true. Readers are set to be utterly spellbound by this heartfelt story that will bring magic to everyone.
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The Library Thief - Kuchenga Shenjé
An extraordinary historical debut for any reader who loves gothic mysteries like Rebecca and Fingersmith, and fiction which shines a light on untold stories.''Intriguingly and superbly plotted . . . Shenjé weaves race, identity, feminism, sexuality and class into a beguiling mystery'' WOMAN & HOMEThe library is under lock and key. But its secrets can''t be contained.After he brought her home from Jamaica as a baby, Florence''s father had her hair hot-combed to make her look like the other girls. But as a young woman, Florence is not so easy to tame - and when she brings scandal to his door, the bookbinder throws her onto the streets of Manchester. Intercepting her father''s latest commission, Florence talks her way into the remote, forbidding Rose Hall to restore its collection of rare books. Lord Francis Belfield''s library is old and full of secrets - but none so intriguing as the whispers about his late wife. Then one night, the library is broken into. Strangely, all the priceless tomes remain untouched. Florence is puzzled, until she discovers a half-burned book in the fireplace. She realises with horror that someone has found and set fire to the secret diary of Lord Belfield''s wife - which may hold the clue to her fate . . .''A tantalising read that swells with secrecy and intrigue. It''s hard to believe that Kuchenga Shenjé writes of the past, and not of the present. A beautifully and skilfully written debut'' CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS, author of Queenie''This debut gut-wrenchingly conveys a unique historical perspective on race, gender, and sexuality . . . Fans of Sarah Waters and Bridget Collins might have in Shenjé a new author to add to their TBR lists''LIBRARY JOURNAL''Powerful, gorgeously absorbing and wholly original''JOANNE BURN, author of The Hemlock Cure''Threads in themes of identity, sexuality and a woman''s impossible choices into an intricate web of mysteries that would not let me go''CARI THOMAS, author of Threadneedle''A love letter to the golden age of Du Maurier and Bronte, The Library Thief is lyrical, beguiling and powerfully relevant''JUNO DAWSON, author of Her Majesty''s Royal Coven''I was swept up with the mystery. A beautifully crafted story full of nuanced characters, gothic undertones and plenty of heart''STACEY THOMAS, author of The Revels''Atmospheric and compelling. Victorian gothic with a fresh twist''FREYA BERRY, author of The Birdcage Library
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The Library of Second Chances - Molly Reid
''Utterly whimsical, this charming story is sure to warm your heart'' A. T. QURESHI, bestselling author of The Baby Dragon Cafe''Sweet, warm, and charming - with an excellent library cat - this book will make your heart smile!'' SARAH BETH DURST, bestselling author of The SpellshopHow does a girl with her head permanently stuck in a book look beyond stories and start over? If only it were that simple . . . Chloe''s life feels like a book with a missing chapter. Stuck in a rut and back in her quiet hometown of Wellbridge, Chloe finds that she has traded big-city dreams for her childhood bedroom, working at the local library and hiding behind the pages of her favourite books. But one stormy night when she seeks refuge in the library after a disastrous date, everything changes. Under the watchful eye of Mrs. Cook, the warm-hearted head librarian who seems to know more than she lets on, and Clementine, the library''s whisker-twitching cat, Chloe discovers that the library seems to hold more than stories. Here, books glow with secrets, characters leap from pages, and the shelves hum with enchantment. More importantly, it has an ability to nudge people toward what they need most - whether it''s healing, hope or a second chance. But is there more to the library''s magic? Chloe must accept that she needs to face her past and learn that sometimes, the right book - or the right person - can rewrite your entire story.
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Dinner at the Night Library - Harada Hika
A whimsical, charming novel about a mysterious library in Tokyo that opens after dark, following the employees who bond each night over special meals inspired by the books on the shelvesThe Night Library on the outskirts of Tokyo isn''t your ordinary library. It''s only open from seven o''clock to midnight. It exclusively stores books by deceased authors, and none of them can be checked out -- instead, they''re put on public display to be revered and celebrated by the library''s visitors, akin to a book museum.Otoha Higuchi, the newest employee, has been recruited to work at the library by the mysterious anonymous owner. There, Otoha meets the other staff, comprised of former librarians and booksellers who, like her, have been damaged in some way by the rocky publishing industry – yet none of them have ever given up on their dedication to books.Night after night, Otoha bonds with her colleagues over meals in the library café, each of which are inspired by the literature on the shelves. When strange occurrences start happening around the library that may bring the threat of closure, it forces Otoha and the staff to rethink their entire relationship with work and what they really want in life.
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The Library - Bella Osborne
An unlikely friendship forms between a sixteen-year-old boy and a seventy-two-year-old woman as they rally the community to save their local library.Tom is invisible. He happily blends into the background of life. But Farah Shah changes everything. Farah makes Tom want to stand up and be seen – at least by her. So Tom quickly decides the best way to learn about women is to delve into romance novels, and he finds himself at the village library where he befriends 72-year-old Maggie.Maggie has been happily alone for ten years, at least this is what she tells herself. When Tom comes to her rescue after a library meeting, never did she imagine a friendship that could change her life. As Maggie helps Tom navigate the best way to ask out Farrah, Tom helps Maggie realize the mistakes of her past won''t define her future.But when the library comes under threat of closure, it''s up to Tom and Maggie to rally the community and save the library!Will these two unlikely friends be able to bring everyone together and save their library?
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The Midnight King - Tariq Ashkanani
* LONGLISTED FOR THE MCILVANNEY PRIZE FOR SCOTTISH CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR *''Reminiscent of Mo Hayder at her darkest'' - OBSERVER''A tour de force with superb dramamtic twists'' - DAILY MAIL''The best book I''ve read all year'' - SARAH PINBOROUGH''This is a work of fiction. This is not a confession.'' Lucas Cole is a bestselling writer. He is also a father, a widower, and a beloved celebrity in his small town. He is an unassuming man Â- tall, thin and quietly friendly. Lucas Cole is also a serial killer. Nathan Cole has known the truth about his father since he was ten years old. Too terrified to go to the police, he ran away from home as soon as he was able, carrying the guilt of leaving his sister behind. But when Lucas is found dead in a dingy motel room, Nathan returns to his childhood home for the first time in seventeen years. It''s there he finds The Midnight King, his father''s final unpublished manuscript, a fictionalised account of his hideous crimes, hidden in a box of trinkets taken from his victims. Trinkets that include a ribbon belonging to a missing eight-year-old girl who disappeared only days before his father''s death. Now, Nathan must deal with the consequences of keeping his father''s secret. But it may not be as simple as finding a lost child. For The Midnight King holds Nathan''s secrets as well as Lucas''s, and he is not the only one searching for the truth... Full of unexpected twists and heartrending turns, The Midnight King is a gripping thriller perfect for fans of Chris Whitaker, S.A. Cosby and Ian Rankin.''If you''re a fan of Thomas Harris you must read this'' - PRIMA''Lean, taut, gripping and bloody'' - CHRIS BROOKMYRE''The best book I''ve read about a serial killer since Red Dragon'' - GARETH BROWN
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The Midnight King - Tariq Ashkanani
* LONGLISTED FOR THE MCILVANNEY PRIZE FOR SCOTTISH CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR *''A tour de force with superb dramamtic twists'' - DAILY MAIL''If you''re a fan of Thomas Harris you must read this'' - PRIMA''The best book I''ve read all year'' - SARAH PINBOROUGH''This is a work of fiction. This is not a confession.''Lucas Cole is a bestselling writer. He is also a father, a widower, and a beloved celebrity in his small town. He is an unassuming man Â- tall, thin and quietly friendly. Lucas Cole is also a serial killer.Nathan Cole has known the truth about his father since he was ten years old. Too terrified to go to the police, he ran away from home as soon as he was able. But when Lucas is found dead in a dingy motel room, Nathan returns to his childhood home for the first time in seventeen years. It''s there he finds The Midnight King, his father''s final unpublished manuscript, a fictionalised account of his hideous crimes, hidden in a box of trinkets taken from his victims. Trinkets that include a ribbon belonging to a missing eight-year-old girl who disappeared only days before his father''s death.Now, Nathan must deal with the consequences of keeping his father''s secret. But it may not be as simple as finding a lost child. For The Midnight King holds Nathan''s secrets as well as Lucas''s, and he is not the only one searching for the truth...Full of unexpected twists and heartrending turns, The Midnight King is a gripping thriller perfect for fans of Chris Whitaker, S.A. Cosby and Ian Rankin.''Reminiscent of Mo Hayder at her darkest'' - OBSERVER''Lean, taut, gripping and bloody'' - CHRIS BROOKMYRE''The best book I''ve read about a serial killer since Red Dragon'' - GARETH BROWN
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Cat Who Saved the Library - Sósuke Nacukawa
A gorgeous international exclusive hardback edition featuring stencilled sprayed edges.The highly anticipated sequel to Sosuke Natsukawa's The Cat Who Saved Books - an uplifting tale from Japan about a talking cat, a book-loving girl and the power of books to make a difference in the world.Nanami sees nothing wrong with a library and cat combination. But a talking cat is a whole other story.Thirteen-year-old Nanami Kosaki loves reading. The local library is a home from home and books have become her best friends.When Nanami notices books disappearing from the library shelves, she's particularly curious about a suspicious man in a grey suit whose furtive behaviour doesn't feel right. Should she follow him to see what he's up to?When a talking tabby cat called Tiger appears to warn her about how dangerous that would be, together they're brave enough to follow the frightening trail to find out where all the books have gone. Will Nanami and Tiger overcome the challenges of the adventure ahead?Warm, wonderful and wise, The Cat Who Saved the Library is also a powerful lesson never to underestimate the value of great literature, and a reminder always to think for ourselves, no matter what our charismatic leaders might say.
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The Midnight Game - Cynthia Murphy
Rules of The Midnight Game: Do not turn on the lights. Do not go to sleep. Do not leave the building.When a group who have met on a creepy Deddit thread decide to meet in real life, they only have one plan in mind: they are going to summon the Midnight Man. And once you start the Midnight Game, you must finish it - there's no other way out! Six strangers. One night.But how many survivors? From thriller-horror YA queen, Cynthia Murphy, author of Last One To Die and TIKTOK MADE ME BUY IT Win Lose Kill Die, comes her third nail-biting novel about CreepyPasta. Perfect for fans of Karen McManus, Kathryn Foxfield and slasher horror movies like Candyman. With six-character points-of-view, Deddit threads, newspaper articles and DMs, this pacy thriller will keep you awake and guessing until the very last page.
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The Memory Library - Kate Storey
‘A gorgeous story full of emotion and a very special library.’ – Evie Woods, bestselling author of The Lost BookshopSome stories stay with us forever…For forty-two years, Sally Harrison has been building a library.Each year, on her daughter’s birthday, she adds a new book to her shelves – with a note in the front dedicated to her own greatest work.But Ella – Sally’s only child – fled to Australia twenty-one years ago after a heated exchange, and never looked back. And though Sally still dutifully adds a new paperback to the shelves every time the clock strikes midnight on July 11th, her hopes of her daughter ever thumbing through the pages are starting to dwindle.Then disaster strikes and Ella is forced to return to the home she once knew.She is soon to discover that when one chapter ends, another will soon follow.All you have to do is turn the page…Journey through the pages of this heartwarming novel, where hope, friendship and second chances are written in the margins. Perfect for book lovers everywhere and fans of Sally Page’s The Keeper of Stories.Praise for The Memory Library:''An absolute joy to read. Uplifting, beautiful, and perfect for any book lovers!'' Reader review, ?????''The Memory Library delivers on its promise of hope, friendship and second chances. It''s a love letter to the written word.'' Reader review, ?????‘A powerful and poignant story. There were tears shed.’ Reader review, ?????‘I laughed out loud and had more than one glassy eye!’ Reader review, ?????‘A real treasure for booklovers everywhere who completely appreciate the joy, knowledge and healing that books can bring.’ Reader review, ?????‘There’s page after page of wonderful wisdom in this novel.’ Reader review, ?????‘Filled with tender moments of sharing, tears, forgiveness, revelation and healing.’ Reader review, ?????‘What a beautiful, moving story this was! It really had me sobbing my eyes out.’ Reader review, ?????
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The Paris Library - Janet Skeslien Charles
HEROISM CAN BE FOUND IN THE QUIETEST PLACES - HOW LIBRARIANS DEFIED THE NAZISTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK''A wonderful novel celebrating the power of books and libraries to change people''s lives'' JILL MANSELL''Heart-breaking and heart-lifting and always enchanting'' RUTH HOGAN''An irresistible and utterly compelling novel that will appeal to bibliophiles and historical fiction fans alike'' SUNDAY EXPRESS''I devoured The Paris Library in one hungry gulp . . . charming and moving'' TATIANA DE ROSNAY''An irresistible, compelling read'' FIONA DAVIS''Paris and libraries. What''s not to love?!'' NATASHA LESTER''Compelling'' WOMAN & HOME''Delightful, richly detailed'' PUBLISHER''S WEEKLYPARIS, 1939Odile Souchet is obsessed with books, and her new job at the American Library in Paris - with its thriving community of students, writers and book lovers - is a dream come true. When war is declared, the Library is determined to remain open. But then the Nazis invade Paris, and everything changes.In Occupied Paris, choices as black and white as the words on a page become a murky shade of grey - choices that will put many on the wrong side of history, and the consequences of which will echo for decades to come.MONTANA, 1983Lily is a lonely teenager desperate to escape small-town Montana. She grows close to her neighbour Odile, discovering they share the same love of language, the same longings. But as Lily uncovers more about Odile''s mysterious past, she discovers a dark secret, closely guarded and long hidden.Based on the true Second World War story of the heroic librarians at the American Library in Paris, this is an unforgettable novel of romance, friendship, family, and of heroism found in the quietest of places.
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The Mathematicians' Library - Thomas K. Briggs
Discover the story of mathematics like never before with The Mathematicians’ Library, an extraordinary collection that chronicles the evolution of mathematical thought and its profound impact on the world. This expertly curated anthology brings together the most influential works and authors from across history, showcasing the journey of mathematical discovery from ancient tablets to contemporary volumes.The Mathematicians’ Library takes you through the pages of history, featuring groundbreaking works like Euclid’s Elements, Fibonacci’s Liber Abaci, Hilbert’s Foundations of Geometry, and Mandelbrot’s The Fractal Geometry of Nature. Each book offers a unique glimpse into how mathematics has shaped human civilization, guiding everything from transportation and commerce to art, science, and beyond.Mathematics is the invisible force that governs our daily lives, influencing everything from the weather forecasts we trust to the technology we depend on. It has been a cornerstone of human progress, evolving through centuries of research, discovery, and collaboration across cultures. This book reveals that legacy by presenting works that have changed the way we understand our world, from ancient knowledge inscribed on clay tablets, the contributions of Babylonian, Greek, Roman, Chinese, Islamic, and Maya scholars, The Mathematicians’ Library offers unparalleled access to the greatest minds in mathematics—Plato, Pythagoras, Euclid, Hypatia, Galileo, Einstein, and more.The Mathematicians’ Library is more than just a collection; it''s a journey through the intellectual milestones that have defined our understanding of the world. Whether you''re a scholar, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the forces that shape our lives, this collection will captivate and inspire. Unlock the secrets of mathematics and discover the brilliance behind the numbers that rule our world.Table of contents:IntroductionThe Origins of MathematicsPrehistoricThe Global Evolution of Mathematics (Babylon, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, India, Islam, Maya, Medieval Europe)The Scientific RevolutionModern MathematicsThe FutureBibliographyIndex
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Cat Who Saved the Library - Sósuke Nacukawa
Nanami sees nothing wrong with a library and cat combination. But a talking cat is a whole other story.Thirteen-year-old Nanami Kosaki loves reading. The local library is a home from home and books have become her best friends.When Nanami notices books disappearing from the library shelves, she's particularly curious about a suspicious man in a grey suit whose furtive behaviour doesn't feel right. Should she follow him to see what he's up to?When a talking tabby cat called Tiger appears to warn her about how dangerous that would be, together they're brave enough to follow the frightening trail to find out where all the books have gone. Will Nanami and Tiger overcome the challenges of the adventure ahead?Warm, wonderful and wise, Sosuke Natsukawa's The Cat Who Saved the Library is also a powerful lesson never to underestimate the value of great literature, and a reminder always to think for ourselves, no matter what our charismatic leaders might say.
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The Invisible Library - Genevieve Cogman
One spy. One dangerous book. One deadly mission. Discover the first book in this gripping fantasy mystery series – The Invisible Library is the astounding debut from bestselling author Genevieve Cogman.Perfect for fans of Mr Penumbra''s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan, Jasper Fforde''s The Eyre Affair or Ben Aaronovitch''s Rivers of London.''I absolutely loved this'' – N.K. Jemisin, author of The Fifth SeasonIrene is a professional spy for the mysterious Library, whose staff are sent to different realities to harvest dangerous and mystical fiction.Irene has been posted to an alternative steampunk London along with her enigmatic new assistant, Kai. Their mission: to retrieve a dangerous edition of Grimms'' Fairy Tales. But it has already been stolen.In London''s underground, the laws of nature have been bent – supernatural creatures and unpredictable magic stalk the land. The city is home to vampires, werewolves – factions that are all prepared to fight to the death for this book.Irene must face a web of deadly danger, deception and secret societies. Her new assistant is hiding secrets of his own. Yet failure is not an option – the nature of reality itself is at stake . . .Continue the journey with the adventurous second title in the Invisible Library series, The Masked City.Praise for the series:''I absolutely loved this'' – N. K. Jemisin, author of The Fifth Season''Irene is a great heroine: fiery, resourceful and no one''s fool'' – The Guardian''Cogman keeps upping the ante on this delightful series!'' – Charles Stross, author of the Merchant Princes series
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The Botanists' Library - Carolyn Fry, Emma Wayland
Discover a vast treasure trove of botanical knowledge in The Botanist’s Library, a superbly illustrated collection of 300+ seminal books and illustrations from throughout history.From the earliest manuscripts penned by visionary naturalists, to the modern tomes that continue to shape our understanding of the plant kingdom, this book is a testament to the tireless dedication of the world''s greatest botanists. Its compelling narrative and visual journey make it a must-have addition to the library of anyone fascinated by the beauty and complexity of the plant kingdom.This complete guide traces the development of botanical science through era-defining publications, covering:Historia Plantarum, the first history of botany, written between c. 350 BC and c. 287 BC, in which Theophrastus described plants by their uses, and attempted a biological classification, based on how plants reproduced, to the authors of the herbals of the 16th centuryBrunfels, Fuchs, Bock and Mattioli, who regarded plants as the vehicles of medicinal virtuesThe golden age of the 18th- and 19th-century flower hunters, who travelled to every corner of the world in search of new and exotic plantsToday’s most significant works of botanical referenceEach chapter delves into the pages of a seminal work, unveiling the insights, controversies, and stories behind the books that have shaped our understanding of the plant world. Whether you are a seasoned botanist, a budding enthusiast, or simply someone with an insatiable curiosity about the natural world, The Botanist''s Library offers a comprehensive reference that will enrich your understanding of botany and its evolution.
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The Midnight Carousel - Fiza Saeed McLynn
COME ONE, COME ALL, STEP INTO THE ENCHANTMENT OF JAZZ AGE CHICAGO AND PARIS IN THE MIDNIGHT CAROUSELThe Night Circus meets Water for Elephants in this enchanting, darkly glittering mystery tale of obsession, revenge, and enduring love.''An atmospheric, evocative adventure across the world. Stunning'' JANICE HALLETT''Took hold of my heart and held me captive'' ANYA BERGMAN''I completely surrendered to its magic'' HESTER MUSSON ''The story spins, flashing with vivid prose, entrancing mystery and knock-you-off-your-feet romance. A magical ride with unforgettable characters at the helm'' CARI THOMAS''Fans of The Miniaturist will enjoy this part mystery, part love story'' RED MAGAZINE- Come children, come children from far and near. Come choose your steed, you galloping knights, to enjoy the fun of the carousel . . .Paris, 1914Detective Laurent Bisset has reluctantly closed a most puzzling case. Fairgoers have been vanishing while riding a dazzling carousel. The only man who could be responsible is behind bars – but Laurent cannot explain what happened to those still missing.Chicago, 1920Maisie Marlowe acquires a beautiful, antique carousel, and sets up the Silver Kingdom amusement park. It is a place of delight and wonder – until a child goes missing on its most famous ride.When rumours of the Chicago disappearance reach Laurent, he crosses the Atlantic in search of new answers to an old mystery.Together, can he and Maisie uncover the carousel’s secret before it claims another?–Praise for The Midnight Carousel:''It''s hard to believe this enchanting novel is a debut. A story of loss, love and grief, and of a woman forging her way in the world.'' WOMAN & HOME, EDITOR''S PICK ''What a special story this is. A brilliant, absorbing ride'' AMANDA GEARD ''My favourite book of the year. When I wasn''t reading it, it was all I could think about'' SARAH PENNER''A beguiling mystery and a fabulous love story'' GARETH BROWN''Intricate and enchanting'' FREYA BERRY''I adored it . . . Readers are in for a treat'' MELISSA FU''A lavish tapestry that weaves a compelling mystery into a timeless love story. Breathtaking'' HELEN FIELDS''A truly magical book that kept me reading long into the night'' LOUISE HARE ''Not since The Night Circus have I felt so pulled into a story of the wonders and terrors of which humans are capable. A beautifully constructed ride into a dazzling history that feels utterly real'' KATE HEARTFIELD ''Kept me in delightful suspense about what was real and what was fantastical right till the end. Absolutely magical!'' BUKI PAPILLON ''This is THE author to watch! Wow! Gave me all the vibes that The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern did. I was so utterly immersed in the world that Fiza created . . . An absolute work of art'' - 5* READER REVIEW
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The Midnight Fair - Gideon Sterer
“Wordless and eloquent, “The Midnight Fair†offers true enchantment for children ages 3 to 8.†– The Wall Street JournalFar from the city, but not quite in the countryside, lies a fairground. When night falls, and the fair is empty, something unexpected happens: wild animals emerge from the trees. A brave raccoon pulls a lever, and the rides explode back into bright, neon life. Now, it’s time for the woodland creatures to have some fun…Bears, foxes, deer, hedgehogs and all manner of woodland animals are given their chance to try the fairground rides – the carousel, the rollercoaster, the bumper cars and even the tea cups! – play the arcade games, and indulge in candy floss and popcorn. Can the animals have their fun and still get back to the woods before the sun comes up?This stunning award-winning wordless picture book is packed with clever secondary narratives to follow and characters to spot on each page – children will spend hours poring over these many hidden details. Perfect for fostering Imagination, developing narrative Skills and promoting visual literacy. - Kirkus Reviews Best Books of the Year, Picture Book – 2021 - Shelf Awareness Best Children's Books of the Year“There is mystery, anticipation, alacrity, kindness, collaboration, exploration, compassion; this book will delight its viewers.†– The School Librarian “bathes every spread in brilliant, theatrical light.†– Publishers Weekly“from the minute the book is opened, the stunning illustrations immerse the reader in the fair, offering them the opportunity to experience it like never before … and every journey will be a unique one.†– Just Imagine, Favourite Books of 2022“Surprise after surprise emerges for the keen-eyed reader, and not a detail is neglected. The Midnight Fair-like a ride on a Ferris wheel – will likely elicit entreaties of "Again, again!†– Shelf-Awareness
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The Light of the Midnight Stars - Rena Rossner
A SPELLBINDING TALE OF LOVE AND LOSS, SISTERHOOD AND THE TANGLED THREADS OF FATE.''Blending folktale with history, hope with tragedy, its touch will linger on your heart long after you put it down'' Marie Brennan, author of the Memoirs of Lady Trent seriesThis is how a fairy tale begins . . .Deep in the Hungarian woods, the sacred magic of King Solomon lives on in his descendants. Gathering under the midnight stars, they perform small miracles and none are more gifted than the great Rabbi Isaac and his three daughters. Hannah, bookish and calm, can coax plants to grow even when the weather is bitterly cold. Sarah, defiant and strong, can control the impulsive nature of fire. And Levana, the fey one, can read the path of the stars to decipher their secrets. But darkness is creeping across Europe, threatening the lives of every Jewish person in every village. Each sister will have to make an impossible choice in an effort to survive - and change the fate of their family forever.Enter a magical world of secrets, family ties and fairy tales weaving through history . . . perfect for fans of The Bear and the Nightingale and Spinning Silver.''The Light of the Midnight Stars is storytelling as spellcasting. Rossner has conjured something vivid and wild and true'' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Mercies''Rossner creates a lush, immersive world . . . The result is as lovely as it is heartbreaking'' Publishers Weekly''Rossner''s tale is as lyrical as the slow growth of roots, the quick dance of fire, and the stately procession of the stars. Blending folktale with history, hope with tragedy, its touch will linger on your heart long after you put it down'' Marie Brennan, author of the Memoirs of Lady Trent series''A welcome tribute to Jewish resilience in the face of oppression, imbued with elemental magic, folkloric traditions, and the transcendent power of love'' Jordanna Max Brodsky, author of The Wolf in the WhaleOther novels by Rena Rossner:The Sisters of the Winter Wood
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The Midnight Sweet Factory - Clare Povey
Wonka meets Spy Kids - a deliciously dangerous mouth-watering mystery. When Flo and Joseph Wanderday unwrap a Midnight Treats gobstopper, they're expecting to find a sugary sweet, not a mysterious message that kickstarts the adventure of a lifetime. "HELP! Trapped in Midnight Forest. Come before it is too late."With adventure in their hearts and sugar in their stomachs, the Wanderdays must find the Midnight Forest, journey through its sweet-themed tricks and trials, and face their greatest threat yet: sweet-factory workers who aren't in control of their own minds... An action-packed, sugar-fuelled adventure by Waterstones Book of the Month author, Clare Povey.
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Tiny Changes: A Celebration of Frightened Rabbit's 'The Midnight Organ Fight' (2x LP) - LP (9029552561)
LP vinyl - Scott Hutchison, frontman kapely Frightened Rabbit zemřel v květnu 2018 ve věku 36 let. Na jeho poctu natočila řada spřízněných hudebníků desku s předělávkami jeho písniček z alba The Midnight Organ Fight. Scott Hutchison, frontman kapely Frightened Rabbit zemřel v květnu 2018 ve věku 36 let. Na jeho poctu natočila řada spřízněných hudebníků desku s předělávkami jeho písniček z alba The Midnight Organ Fight. Obsah: Biffy Clyro - The Modern Leper Oxford Collapse - I Feel Better Fiskur - Good Arms vs Bad Arms Right On Dynamite - Fast Blood Josh Ritter - Old Old Fashioned Wintersleep - The Twist The Philistines Jr. - Bright Pink Bookmark LP2 Benjamin Gibbard - Keep Yourself Warm Inletts - Extrasupervery Daughter - Poke The Twilight Sad - Floating In The Forth Aaron Dessner amp; Lauren Mayberry - Who'd You Kill Now? Julien Baker - The Modern Leper Piano Bar Fight - The Twist Manchester Orchestra - My Backwards Walk
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The Midnight Hour - Eve Chase
The Richard and Judy Book Club Pick The #1 eBook Bestseller Uncover the secrets that lie beneath Notting Hill; the captivating new mystery from Sunday Times bestseller Eve Chase – now in paperback! ''A clever mystery that kept me gripped. I loved every word'' Claire Douglas''Passionately emotional, dreamily written and dripping with boho glamour'' Daily Mail''A book you want to race back to'' Lisa Jewell''A wonderful twisty novel of family and secrets'' Kate Morton''Moody, evocative, with a dream-like quality no other author can master'' Gillian McAllister''Lush, evocative, nostalgic; gripping. A true treat of a book'' Sarah Vaughan''Impossible to forget'' Publishers Weekly, starred review*****Present day Paris: Maggie Parker receives a call. The new owners of her family’s old Notting Hill home are digging up the basement. They’ve no idea what might lie beneath . . .London, twenty-one years earlier: teenaged Maggie, babysitting her little brother, waits in vain for her mother to come home after a night out. Seeking clues to her mother’s mysterious disappearance, she''s drawn away from the neighbourhood’s grand terraces and into its hustling backstreets - and the arms of someone else living on their wits.Over two decades later, the clock is ticking on a secret set to shatter Maggie’s grown-up life. But the draw of the past is irresistible . . . *****Praise for The Midnight Hour:''Evocative, beautifully written and absolutely gripping, The Midnight Hour is sensational’ Rosie Walsh''A gripping tale of family secrets'' Woman''s Own''I was up all night reading'' Elizabeth Fremantle''Engrossing, atmospheric and beautifully written'' Anna Mazzola''A plot as tightly sprung as a Swiss watch'' Veronica Henry''Absorbing and compulsive . . . a brilliantly imagined and beautifully written story'' Hazel Gaynor''An exquisitely-written, immersive mystery'' Tammy Cohen''I adored every word'' Gill Paul''So vivid, it''s like a time machine'' Tasmina Perry
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HELP! Ralfy Rabbit and the Great Library Rescue - Emily MacKenzie
Ralfy and his little brother Rodney LOVE reading – so when they hear that their local library is closing down, they know they have to do something. According to the librarian, it would take a magic dragon to save the library – so Ralfy, Rodney and their friends set off to find one!Will Ralfy find the magic dragon? Or is there – just maybe – another way to bring the town together and save the library for everyone?This gloriously illustrated picture book is an uplifting love letter to libraries everywhere, celebrating the value of community and coming together to save the things we love most!Also available in the Ralfy Rabbit series:WANTED! Ralfy Rabbit, Book Burglar BEWARE! Ralfy Rabbit and the Secret Book Biter
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The Richard Laymon Collection Volume 1: The Cellar, The Beast House & The Midnight Tour - Richard Laymon
Visitors flock to see the beast house with its blood-soaked corridors. But the worst part of the house is actually THE CELLAR... Bestselling author Gorman Hardy is looking for ideas for his next novel. Tyler and her friend Nora are looking for a wild time. But in fact they find pain, bestiality and death in... THE BEAST HOUSE. Horrific events have made the Beast House infamous. For the full story, take THE MIDNIGHT TOUR. Saturday nights only. Limited to thirteen tourists. It begins on the stroke of midnight. You''ll be lucky to get out alive...
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The Dark Library - Mary Anna Evans
Can a family’s dark history repeat itself?Estella Ecker has returned to Rockfall House, the last place on earth she wants to be. Years after she ran away from her overbearing father, she has been forced back home to walk in his footsteps, teaching at the college he dominated and living in the fabulous home where he entertained artists and scholars for decades—and perhaps she owns it now, because her mercurial mother has disappeared. At the center of everything—the whispers, the rumors, the secrets—is her father’s library of rare books, which she had been forbidden to touch while he was alive to stop her.Everyone in town is watching Estella, with her dead father’s name on their lips, and no one seems to care about her missing mother. Who were her parents, really, and is the answer hidden somewhere in the depths of Rockfall House? And who will Estella be, if she gathers enough courage to find that answer? What she will discover is that no one can escape the secrets hidden in this dark library. Suspenseful and unsettling but ultimately triumphant, The Dark Library by acclaimed author Mary Anna Evans is a compelling tale of mystery, family secrets, and the quest for truth.
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