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The Number Bias combines vivid storytelling with authoritative analysis to deliver a warning about the way numbers can lead us astray - if we let them. TIM HARFORDEven if you don t consider yourself a numbers person, you are a numbers person. The time has come to put numbers in their place. Not high up on a pedestal, or out on the curb, but right where they belong: beside words.It is not an overstatement to say that numbers dictate the way we live our lives. They tell us how we re doing at school, how much we weigh, who might win an election and whether the economy is booming. But numbers aren t as objective as they may seem; behind every number is a story. Yet politicians, businesses and the media often forget this - or use it for their own gain.Sanne Blauw travels the world to unpick our relationship with numbers and demystify our misguided allegiance, from Florence Nightingale using statistics to petition for better conditions during the Crimean War to the manipulation of numbers by the American tobacco industry and the ambiguous figures peddled during the EU referendum.Taking us from the everyday numbers that govern our health and wellbeing to the statistics used to wield enormous power and influence, The Number Bias counsels us to think more wisely.

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Kniha - autor Sanne Blauw, 176 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná Even if you don't consider yourself a numbers person, you are a numbers person. The time has come to put numbers in their place. Not high up on a pedestal, or out on the curb, but right where they belong: beside words. It is not an overstatement to say that numbers dictate the way we live our lives. They tell us how we're doing at school, how much we weigh, who might win an election and whether the economy is booming. But numbers aren't as objective as they may seem; behind every number is a story. Yet politicians, businesses and the media often forget this - or use it for their own gain. Sanne Blauw travels the world to unpick our relationship with numbers and demystify our misguided allegiance, from Florence Nightingale using statistics to petition for better conditions during the Crimean War to the manipulation of numbers by the American tobacco industry and the ambiguous figures...

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With hindsight, we tend to exaggerate what we had known with foresight. This phenomenon can be observed in a memory design in which previous judgements have to be recalled after outcome information has been made available, or in a hypothetical design in which participants receive outcome information but are asked to ignore it when subsequently judging what they would have said without this information. Since the introduction of this so-called hindsight bias or knew-it-all-along effect to the psychological literature in the mid-seventies, there has been immense research on this topic. This special issue presents ten articles that describe the most recent theoretical developments and empirical results. After a brief introductory overview of the state of the art, the issue commences with two process models (SARA, Pohl, Eisenhauer Hardt; and RAFT, Hertwig, Fanselow Hoffrage), which are formalized enough to allow for computer simulations. Subsequently, Hardt and Pohl demonstrate how the hindsight bias is related to the phenomenon of anchoring, and Schwarz and Stahlberg propose that due to meta-cognitive processes, the outcome information is deliberately chosen as such an anchor. In a variant of the meta-cognitive approach, Werth and Strack argue that ease of retrieval of an answer is used as a cue to infer its correctness and to determine one s confidence in its correctness. Similarly, Pezzo proposes a model that predicts hindsight bias from feelings that arise when trying to make sense of the outcome information in light of prior expectations. Mark et al. and Renner adopt a motivational perspective and explore the impact of self-relevance of the outcome information. Blank, Fischer, and Erdfelder report a successful replication of the hindsight bias in two political elections, and Musch explains some of the variance in hindsight bias using personality factors.

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Welcome to the wonderful world of the Digits, a playful new picture book series about a group of number friends.Today, the Digits are moving into The Number Tower, but there is something odd about One s new apartment. There are too many of everything, and the bed is SO uncomfortable One doesn t sleep a wink. There seems to have been a mix-up with the apartments. Can the Digits get to the bottom of it?Perfect for developing number recognition skills - you can count on the Digits to make numbers fun!

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Beloved music critic Tom Breihan #39;s fascinating narrative of the history of popular music through the lens of game-changing #1 singles from the Billboard Hot 100. When Tom Breihan launched his Stereogum column in early 2018, “The Number Ones”—a space in which he has been writing about every #1 hit in the history of the Billboard Hot 100, in chronological order—he figured he’d post capsule-size reviews for each song. But there was so much more to uncover. The column has taken on a life of its own, sparking online debate and occasional death threats. The Billboard Hot 100 began in 1958, and after four years of posting the column, Breihan is still in the early aughts. But readers no longer have to wait for his brilliant synthesis of what the history of #1s has meant to music and our culture. In The Number Ones, Breihan writes about twenty pivotal #1s throughout chart history, revealing a remarkably fluid and connected story of music that is as entertaining as it is enlightening.The Numbers Ones features the greatest pop artists of all time, from the Brill Building songwriters to the Beatles and the Beach Boys; from Motown to Michael Jackson, Prince, and Mariah Carey; and from the digital revolution to the K-pop system. Breihan also ponders great artists who have never hit the top spot, like Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and James Brown. Breihan illuminates what makes indelible ear candy across the decades—including dance crazes, recording innovations, television phenomena, disco, AOR, MTV, rap, compact discs, mp3s, social media, memes, and much more—leaving readers to wonder what could possibly happen next.

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LP vinyl - Legendární třetí album Iron Maiden vychází ve formě 3LP doplněno o koncertní záznam Beast Over Hammersmith z března 1982 z legendární londýnské show, která byla součástí světového turné Beast On The Road. Legendární třetí album Iron Maiden vychází ve formě 3LP doplněno o koncertní záznam Beast Over Hammersmith z března 1982 z legendární londýnské show, která byla součástí světového turné Beast On The Road. Skupina Iron Maiden patří k nejpopulárnějším reprezentantům britské rockové hudby. V nedávné anketě pořádané u příležitosti královnina diamantového výročí bylo jejich album The Number Of The Beast zvoleno nejlepší britskou deskou posledních šedesáti let. Také v našich končinách se sláva kapely „hvězd dotýká”. Opakovaně vyprodávají stadióny, s každým vydavatelským počinem útočí na nejvyšší příčky prodejního žebříčku. Rok reedice : 2022 Seznam stop LP1 - The Number Of The Beast Invaders / Children Of The Damned / The Prisoner / 22 Acacia Avenue /...

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Hudební CD - V roce 2017 připravili Iron Maiden ve spolupráci s americkou obchodní sítí Walmart exkluzivní vydání alba The Book Of Souls, jehož součástí byla figurka jejich maskota Eddieho. Nyní figurku nabízejí sběratelům po celém světě v rámci katalogové kampaně zahrnující všechna alba. V první vlně si lze sam V roce 2017 připravili Iron Maiden ve spolupráci s americkou obchodní sítí Walmart exkluzivní vydání alba The Book Of Souls, jehož součástí byla figurka jejich maskota Eddieho. Nyní figurku nabízejí sběratelům po celém světě v rámci katalogové kampaně zahrnující všechna alba. V první vlně si lze samostatně pořídit čtyři alba (Irona Maiden, Killers, The Number Of The Beast a Piece Of Mind) v remasterované podobě z roku 2015 a též sběratelský box The Number Of The Beast (Collectors) se zmíněnou figurkou, inkriminovaným albem v novém digipackovém provedení a prostorem pro další desky z této série. Skupina Iron Maiden patří k nejpopulárnějším...

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Hudební CD - V roce 2017 připravili Iron Maiden ve spolupráci s americkou obchodní sítí Walmart exkluzivní vydání alba The Book Of Souls, jehož součástí byla figurka jejich maskota Eddieho. Nyní figurku nabízejí sběratelům po celém světě v rámci katalogové kampaně zahrnující všechna alba. V první vlně si lze sam V roce 2017 připravili Iron Maiden ve spolupráci s americkou obchodní sítí Walmart exkluzivní vydání alba The Book Of Souls, jehož součástí byla figurka jejich maskota Eddieho. Nyní figurku nabízejí sběratelům po celém světě v rámci katalogové kampaně zahrnující všechna alba. V první vlně si lze samostatně pořídit čtyři alba (Irona Maiden, Killers, The Number Of The Beast a Piece Of Mind) v remasterované podobě z roku 2015 a též sběratelský box The Number Of The Beast (Collectors) se zmíněnou figurkou, inkriminovaným albem v novém digipackovém provedení a prostorem pro další desky z této série. Skupina Iron Maiden patří k nejpopulárnějším...

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Sexuality and Gender Now uses a psychoanalytic approach to arrive at a more informed view of the experience and relationships of those whose sexuality and gender may not align with the heterosexual norm . This book confronts the heteronormative bias dominant in psychoanalysis, using a combination of theoretical and clinical material, offering an important training tool as well as being relevant for practicing clinicians. The contributors address the shift clinicians must make not only to support their patients in a more informed and non-prejudicial way, but also to recognise their own need for support in developing their clinical thinking. They challenge assumptions, deconstruct theoretical ideas, extend psychoanalytic concepts, and, importantly, show how clinicians can attend to their pre-conscious assumptions. They also explore the issue of erotic transference and countertransference, which, if unaddressed, can limit the possibilities for supporting patients more fully to explore their sexuality and gender. Theories of psychosexuality have tended to become split off from the main field of psychoanalytic thought and practice or read from an assumed moral high ground of heteronormativity. The book specifically addresses this bias and introduces new ways of using psychoanalytic ideas. The contributors advocate a wider and more flexible attitude to sexuality in general, which can illuminate an understanding of all sexualities, including heterosexuality.Sexuality and Gender Now will be essential reading for professionals and students of psychoanalysis who want to broaden their understanding of sexuality and gender in their clinical practice beyond heteronormative assumptions.

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This is Baldacci at his formidable best, teasing the reader with hints and suggestions while pushing the story forward at breakneck pace. Do not miss it. - Sunday Times NO TRUTHFormer Jersey City detective and single mother of two, Mickey Gibson, now works for global investigation company, ProEye, to track down assets of the wealthy who have tried to avoid their creditors. One day she gets a call from a colleague, Arlene Robinson, asking her to visit the home of a notorious arms dealer who has cheated some of ProEye s clients in the past.Mickey arrives at the mansion to discover the body of a man hidden in a secret room. NO LIMITSIt turns out that nothing is at it seems. The arms dealer did not exist, and nobody at ProEye knew of Arlene Robinson.Mickey had been tricked and now the cops were involved. The body was that of Harry Langhorne, who d been in Witness Protection having had links with the mob. NO FEARNow begins a cat-and-mouse showdown between hardened ex-cop, Mickey, and a woman with sociopathic tendencies who has no name and a mysterious past.She intends to get what she wants and people who get in her way will die. For Mickey to stop her, she must first discover her true identity and what damaged her all those years ago. And the truth behind why she selected Micky to become her nemesis .. . Simply Lies is an intense thriller featuring Mickey Gibson, a former New Jersey detective, from the number one bestselling author David Baldacci.*****KILLER TWISTS. HEROES TO BELIEVE IN. TRUST BALDACCI. One of the world s thriller masters Daily Mail Baldacci is still peerless Sunday Times One of the all-time best thriller authors Lisa Gardner Baldacci delivers, every time! Lisa Scottoline A master storyteller. Associated Press Baldacci cuts everyone s grass - Grisham s, Ludlum s, even Patricia Cornwell s - and more than gets away with it People

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A hilarious story about the world s worst detectives by the bestelling author of the Alex Rider series, Anthony Horowitz.Meet the Diamond Brothers, the world s most defective detectives, by the author of the number one bestselling Alex Rider series. Wisecracking young Nick Diamond finds himself sharing a prison cell with Johnny Powers, Public Enemy No.1. His only chance of rescuing the situation is to nail master criminal the Fence. But first, Nick has to get out of jailâ ¦

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LP vinyl - Toto jedinečné vystoupení z roku 2002 před francouzským publikem v La Mutualite v Paříži ve Francii je jedinou dostupnou nahrávkou této jednorázové historické události. Toto jedinečné vystoupení z roku 2002 před francouzským publikem v La Mutualite v Paříži ve Francii je jedinou dostupnou nahrávkou této jednorázové historické události. Dream Theater je americká progresivní metalová skupina založená v roce 1985 pod názvem Majesty Johnem Petruccim , Johnem Myungem a Mikem Portnoyem , když navštěvovali Berklee College of Music v Bostonu , Massachusetts . Následně opustili svá studia, aby se dále soustředili na kapelu, která se nakonec jmenuje Dream Theater. Rok vydání : 2022 Seznam stop CD, LP Invaders / Children of the Damned / The Prisoner / 22, Acacia Avenue / The Number of the Beast / Run to the Hills / Gangland / Hallowed be thy Name

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Hudební CD - Toto jedinečné vystoupení z roku 2002 před francouzským publikem v La Mutualite v Paříži ve Francii je jedinou dostupnou nahrávkou této jednorázové historické události. Toto jedinečné vystoupení z roku 2002 před francouzským publikem v La Mutualite v Paříži ve Francii je jedinou dostupnou nahrávkou této jednorázové historické události. Dream Theater je americká progresivní metalová skupina založená v roce 1985 pod názvem Majesty Johnem Petruccim , Johnem Myungem a Mikem Portnoyem , když navštěvovali Berklee College of Music v Bostonu , Massachusetts . Následně opustili svá studia, aby se dále soustředili na kapelu, která se nakonec jmenuje Dream Theater. Rok vydání : 2022 Seznam stop CD Invaders / Children of the Damned / The Prisoner / 22, Acacia Avenue / The Number of the Beast / Run to the Hills / Gangland / Hallowed be thy Name

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Can the advice of five of Manchester United s greats help Jimmy achieve his dream of becoming a professional footballer? Featuring facts about Best, Beckham, Cantona, Robson and Ronaldo, this is a must-have for young fans.Football is Jimmy s life. When he gets into the Man U Academy, it s a dream come true â “ but he still has lots to learn. Lucky for him, he s got help â ¦ his football heroes.They all have one thing in common â “ the Number 7 Shirt. Can Jimmy win, now that he s got the help he needs?Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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Edexcel Award for Number and Measure Level 1 Workbook The Number and Measure Level 1 Workbook is designed to build proficiency in number and measure for students who want to: gain a qualification that can demonstrate their abilities and support progression to future training or employment, or move into GCSE Mathematics at Foundation tier. This low-priced write-in workbook offers extensive practice thatâ ™s free of problem solving for learners to gain confidence in number and measure skills at Level 1.

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The Number and Measure Level 2 Workbook is designed to build proficiency in number and measure for students who want to: progress beyond Number and Measure at Level 1, or improve their learning in GCSE Mathematics. This low-priced write-in workbook offers extensive practice thatâ ™s free of problem solving for learners to gain confidence in number and measure skills at Level 2.

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The powerful and heart-wrenching new novel from Lisa Heathfield, award-winning author of Seed and Paper Butterflies. Perfect for fans of Sarah Crossan, Louise O Neill and Lisa Williamson.The Traditionals have been voted to lead the country, winning people over with talks of healing a broken society, of stronger families and safer streets. They promised a happier future for everyone. They didn t promise this.When Ruby is swept up with protesters from the opposition, her life is changed forever. Locked in a prison camp far from home and with her belongings taken from her, she s now known by the number 276. With horror escalating in the camp, Ruby knows that she has to get her family out â “ and let the world know what s happening.Set in the present day, I Am Not A Number is a powerful and timely book for both young adults and adults alike.Lisa Heathfield s other books:Seed9781405275385Paper Butterflies9781405275392Flight of a Starling9781405285902

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Despite its seemingly deterministic nature, the study of whole numbers, especially prime numbers, has many interactions with probability theory, the theory of random processes and events. This surprising connection was first discovered around 1920, but in recent years the links have become much deeper and better understood. Aimed at beginning graduate students, this textbook is the first to explain some of the most modern parts of the story. Such topics include the Chebychev bias, universality of the Riemann zeta function, exponential sums and the bewitching shapes known as Kloosterman paths. Emphasis is given throughout to probabilistic ideas in the arguments, not just the final statements, and the focus is on key examples over technicalities. The book develops probabilistic number theory from scratch, with short appendices summarizing the most important background results from number theory, analysis and probability, making it a readable and incisive introduction to this beautiful area of mathematics.

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All aboard the Number Train in this lift-the-flap rhyming counting book with six spinning wheels!Count from one to ten in this vibrant lift-the-flap concertina book!

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â ¢ In-depth reviews of one of the most iconic numbers in world football, including history of the players, historical roots of the club and its relationship with the Number 7 â ¢ Fully illustrated with images throughout. As well as detailed design and illustration to bring a retro feel to the book.

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â ˜Full of glamour, nostalgia, pop music and strong women chasing their dreams. The perfect poolside read to escape into Georgina Moore Weiner captures the tension of sibling rivalry and the pull of unconditional love with honesty and heart Heat Weiner is the undisputed queen of the fun yet thoughtful poolside read Vogue I came for a Daisy Jones fix and left with a craving for more Griffin Sisters! The kind of immersive, uplifting read you ll clear the rest of your day for â “ just wonderful Louise Candlish*****Fame comes at a priceâ ¦The Griffin Sisters had the world at their feet, catapulted to stardom in the early 00â ™s before they become one of rock musicâ ™s greatest mysteries:Zoe, effortlessly gorgeous, who loved the fans and the fame, dancing under the lights while her sisterâ ™s voice rang out across stadiums.Cassie, never comfortable with the crowds or the attention, but with the voice of a generation, rich, haunting, touched with heartbreak.Itâ ™s two decades since The Griffin Sisters broke up. Zoeâ ™s a wife and mother, living in suburbia, occasionally recognised by a nostalgic fan. No one knows where Cassie is. The sisters havenâ ™t spoken in years.Now, despite her mumâ ™s warnings, Zoeâ ™s teenage daughter, Cherry, is determined to break into the music business and to discover the truth about what happened to the band all those years ago.But as secrets emerge, Cassie and Zoe must face the consequences of their choices: the ones they made and the ones the music industry made for them. Can they forgive each other â “ and themselves? And will the Griffin Sisters ever make music again?From the Number 1 bestselling author Jennifer Weiner comes a glittering novel set in the world of pop music about sisters, motherhood and the dreams we chase.***** This is an irresistible, multigenerational tale from a master of her craft. A compelling family drama [that] fans will gobble up Booklist Irresistible. [Weiner] breathes new life into the love triangle trope and offers a nuanced view of sisterhoodâ ™s complexities. [Her] fans will be delighted Publishers Weekly A heartfelt look at sisterhood, forgiveness, and the courage it takes to follow your dreams Kirkus Reviews

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HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures.Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN #39;S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023 The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit – only the strongest will make it. Meanwhile Kenna’s forged bond to a wild unicorn has left her alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction . . . As dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide how far is he willing to go – for Kenna, and for the Eyrie. Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out! Praise for the SKANDAR series: ‘Skandar Smith’s adventures at the Eyrie, a training school for unicorn riders, have made him the most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter.’- The Daily Telegraph #39;Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm. #39; – The Times Children #39;s Book of the Week‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki ‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of Starfell ‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear #39;Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast. #39; – The Sunday Times Reader Reviews: ***** #39;Overall amazing in every way. #39; ***** ‘My daughter has rated them better that Percy Jackson.’ ***** ’I don’t know how I’m going to wait for the next one.’ ***** ’I have read Harry Potter and I think Skandar is better.’ ***** ’Move over Harry Potter there’s a new hero in town!’ *Skandar and the Chaos Trials was the Number 1 bestseller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan chart, 27 April 2024

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‘The most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter’ – TelegraphBLOODTHIRSTY UNICORNS. UNLIKELY HEROES. A MORTAL ENEMY.Don’t miss this epic final adventure in the number 1 bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY NOW TO BE ONE OF THE FIRST TO READ! Skandar is in hiding after the Chaos Cup where Rex Manning revealed a game-changing secret. But as Rex prepares to invade the Mainland, the Islanders are not sure who to trust. With one of Skandar’s closest friends now fighting for the enemy, Skandar must build new alliances – including an uneasy truce with Kenna. To defeat Rex, Skandar and his friends will need to look back to the origins of the Island, and harness the full power of their elemental magic. Can Skandar become the leader he needs to be – to save the Mainland and the heart of the Island itself?Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out!Praise for the SKANDAR series: ‘Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.’ – The Times Children #39;s Book of the Week ‘Deft, dazzling and breathlessly exciting – it’s a joy to enter Skandar’s World.’ – Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood and Co. series ‘Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.’ – Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn ‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of Starfell ‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Rainbow Grey ‘A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ –Tọlá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun ‘Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.’ – The Sunday TimesSkandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN #39;S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023.*Skandar and the Chaos Trials was the Number 1 bestseller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan chart, 27 April 2024

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WINNER OF THE THEAKSTON OLD PECULIER CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2023 The most joyously exciting novel I ve read in years . . .[The] sense of fun and adventure . . . allied to a remarkable lightness of touch over nightmarish subject matter, makes for the kind of novel that inspired me to write fiction in the first place.. Chris Brookmyre Mesmerising, macabre and murderously funny. The Botanist is M.W. Craven at his sinister best. I couldn t love this series more Chris Whitaker I swear I m one bad mood away from calling it black magic and going home . . . Detective Sergeant Washington Poe can count on one hand the number of friends he has. And he d still have his thumb left. There s the insanely brilliant, guilelessly innocent civilian analyst, Tilly Bradshaw of course. He s known his beleaguered boss, Detective Inspector Stephanie Flynn for years as he has his nearest neighbour, full-time shepherd/part-time dog sitter, Victoria. And then there s Estelle Doyle. It s true the caustic pathologist has never walked down the sunny side of the street but this time has she gone too far? Shot twice in the head, her father s murder appears to be an open and shut case. Estelle has firearms discharge residue on her hands, and, in a house surrounded by fresh snow, hers are the only footprints going in. Since her arrest she s only said three words: Tell Washington Poe. Meanwhile, a poisoner the press have dubbed the Botanist is sending high profile celebrities poems and pressed flowers. The killer seems to be able to walk through walls and, despite the advance notice he gives his victims, and regardless of the security measures the police take, he seems to be able to kill with impunity.For a man who hates locked room mysteries, this is going to be the longest week of Washington Poe s life . . . Another classy thriller from the king of Cumbrian crime Paul Finch Unputdownable, gripping, clever and with a rich seam of trademark Craven humour running through it Imran Mahmood A sinful treat Vaseem Khan Fast, furious, and utterly enjoyable. Keith NixonMore Praise for M W Craven: Heart-pounding, hilarious, sharp and shocking, Dead Ground is further proof that M.W. Craven never disappoints. Miss this series at your peril. Chris Whitaker Dark and entertaining, this is top rank crime fiction. Vaseem Khan, Author of the Malabar House series and the Baby Ganesh Agency series M. W. Craven is one of the best crime writers working today. Dead Ground is a cracking puzzle, beautifully written, with characters you ll be behind every step of the way. It s his best yet. Stuart Turton Fantastic Martina Cole Dark, sharp and compelling Peter James I ve been following M.W. Craven s Poe/Tilly series from the very beginning, and it just gets better and better. Dead Ground is a fast-paced crime novel with as many twists and turns as a country lane. I can t wait for the next one. Peter Robinson Dead Ground is both entertaining and engaging with great characters and storyline. I loved this first dip into the world of Tilly and Poe! BA Paris A brutal and thrilling page turner Natasha Harding, The Sun A thrilling curtain raiser for what looks set to be a great new series Mick Herron A powerful thriller from an explosive new talent. Tightly plotted, and not for the faint hearted! David Mark A gripping start to a much anticipated new series Vaseem Khan Satisfyingly twisty and clever and the flashes of humour work well to offer the reader respite from the thrill of the read. Michael J. Malone Nothing you ve ever read will prepare you for the utterly unique Washington Poe Keith Nixon

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The number one bestselling enemies-to-lovers romantasy continues in the second instalment of the ‘highly addictive’ (The Guardian) City of Fantome series. The path of destiny burns with love, magic and betrayal… From a remote hilltop haven, far from the city of Fantome, Seraphine Marchant and her Order of Flames plot to eradicate shade magic with lightfire. But as Sera struggles to control her blooming powers, destiny calls her back to Fantome, and to the assassin who haunts her dreams. Ransom Hale can’t get Sera out of his head. As their rivalry grows and he grapples with the responsibility of leading the Order of Daggers, he feels himself slipping further from who he wants to be. Is he doomed to a life in the shadows? Or can he forge another path? Meanwhile, rebellion is stirring in the kingdom and a dangerous prince grows in power. Forced to work together by order of the king, Sera and Ransom’s conflicted hearts are tested to their limits. And all the while, an ancient prophecy is unfolding that will change the fate of Valterre forever… Praise for The Dagger and the Flame: ‘Lush world-building, witty dialogue and romantic tension abound in a highly addictive fantasy romp.’ – The Guardian ‘Romantic, dramatic and dark.’ – The Daily Mail ‘Sizzling romance, stunning world-building, spectacular writing.’ – Lauren Roberts, bestselling author of Powerless ‘Packed full of Doyle #39;s trademark lush description and snarky banter, The Dagger and the Flame is a sprawling adventure through the treacherous streets of Fantome. Enemies to lovers, sworn-to-kill-each-other-but-let #39;s-kiss, swoony romance, perilous mystery, cute animal sidekicks – it ticks every romantasy box and will delight fans everywhere.’ – Melinda Salisbury, author of The Sin Eater #39;s Daughter ‘Fast paced, and exciting and clever, and because it’s Catherine Doyle, it’s beautifully written, too. Oh, and did I mention it’s really, really hot?’ – Louise O’Neill author of The Surface Breaks ‘Gorgeous and ruthless: stand back everyone, the true rivals to lovers has arrived.’ – Sarah Rees Brennan, author of Long Live Evil ‘Gorgeous, thrilling, and devastatingly romantic. The Dagger and the Flame is guaranteed to be your new obsession.’ – Katherine Webber, co-author of Twin Crowns ‘Deftly plotted.’ – The Bookseller Buyer’s Guide ‘Catherine Doyle returns to her roots with a tale of enemies to lovers that will have readers captivated. A tense, twisting story peppered with Doyle’s signature banter, this is a must-read for romantasy fans.’ – The Irish Examiner ‘In this glittering young adult fantasy, Doyle plays with themes of magic, intrigue, friendship, family, morals and love in this story of cloaks and daggers.’ – Children’s Books Ireland, Recommended ReadsThe Dagger and the Flame was Children #39;s #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 28 September 2024, and #9 on the New York Times bestseller list of Young Adult Hardcover books on 10 October 2024

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A lively, well-written, entertaining whodunit THE TIMESLose yourself in the sumptuous first novel in a new series of Golden Age mysteries set amid the lives of the glamorous Mitford sisters.It s 1919, and Louisa Cannon dreams of escaping her life of poverty in London, and most of all her oppressive and dangerous uncle.Louisa s salvation is a position within the Mitford household at Asthall Manor, in the Oxfordshire countryside. There she will become nurserymaid, chaperone and confidante to the Mitford sisters, especially sixteen-year-old Nancy - an acerbic, bright young woman in love with stories.But when a nurse - Florence Nightingale Shore, goddaughter of her famous namesake - is killed on a train in broad daylight, Nancy and amateur sleuth Louisa find that in postwar England, everyone has something to hide . . . Written by Jessica Fellowes, author of the number one-bestselling Downton Abbey books, The Mitford Murders is the perfect new obsession for fans of Daisy Goodwin, Anthony Horowitz and Agatha Christie - and is based on a real unsolved crime. An extraordinary meld of fact and fiction GRAHAM NORTON True and glorious indulgence. A dazzling example of a Golden Age mystery DAISY GOODWIN Exactly the sort of book you might enjoy with the fire blazing, the snow falling. The solution is neat and the writing always enjoyable ANTHONY HOROWITZ Oh how delicious! This terrific start to what promises to be a must-read series is exactly what we all need in these gloomy times. Inventive, glittering, clever, ingenious. I devoured The Mitford Murders... so will you. Give it to absolutely everyone for Christmas, then pre-order the next one SUSAN HILL All the blissful escapism of a Sunday-night period drama in a book THE POOL Keeps the reader guessing to the very end. An accomplished crime debut and huge fun to read EVENING STANDARD This story is drenched in detail and feels both authentic and fun. Curl up in your favourite reading spot and enjoy HEAT The plan is that each book will focus on a different Mitford sister. On the strength of this initial entry, success is assured FINANCIAL TIMES Elegant, whipsmart and brilliantly twisty-turny, this Downton-style mystery had me hooked from the first page VIV GROSKOP Full of period pleasure WOMAN HOME An audacious and glorious foray into the Golden Age of mystery fiction. Breathtaking ALEX GRAY A real murder, a real family and a brand new crime fiction heroine are woven together to make a fascinating, and highly enjoyable, read. I loved it JULIAN FELLOWES Jessica Fellowes deliciously immersive, effortlessly easy novel has a strong feel for period and a rollicking plot METRO What a captivating crime novel and heroine Jessica has created in The Mitford Murders. The instant reassurance of being in the hands of a true storyteller with a feel for period detail makes this a real treat AMANDA CRAIG This is a chocolate soufflé of a novel: as the enthralling mystery heats up, so the addictive deliciousness of the story rises. The sort of book you never want to end JULIET NICOLSON

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An instant #1 New York Times Bestseller and a USA Today and Indie Bestseller!The Stormlight Archive saga continues in Rhythm of War, the eagerly awaited sequel to Brandon Sanderson s #1 New York Times bestselling Oathbringer, from an epic fantasy writer at the top of his game.After forming a coalition of human resistance against the enemy invasion, Dalinar Kholin and his Knights Radiant have spent a year fighting a protracted, brutal war. Neither side has gained an advantage, and the threat of a betrayal by Dalinar⠙s crafty ally Taravangian looms over every strategic move.Now, as new technological discoveries by Navani Kholin⠙s scholars begin to change the face of the war, the enemy prepares a bold and dangerous operation. The arms race that follows will challenge the very core of the Radiant ideals, and potentially reveal the secrets of the ancient tower that was once the heart of their strength. At the same time that Kaladin Stormblessed must come to grips with his changing role within the Knights Radiant, his Windrunners face their own problem: As more and more deadly enemy Fused awaken to wage war, no more honorspren are willing to bond with humans to increase the number of Radiants. Adolin and Shallan must lead the coalition⠙s envoy to the honorspren stronghold of Lasting Integrity and either convince the spren to join the cause against the evil god Odium, or personally face the storm of failure.Other Tor books by Brandon SandersonThe CosmereThe Stormlight Archive● The Way of Kings● Words of Radiance● Edgedancer (novella)● Oathbringer● Dawnshard (novella)● Rhythm of WarThe Mistborn SagaThe Original Trilogy● Mistborn● The Well of Ascension● The Hero of AgesWax and Wayne● The Alloy of Law● Shadows of Self● The Bands of Mourning● The Lost MetalOther Cosmere novels● Elantris● Warbreaker● Tress of the Emerald Sea● Yumi and the Nightmare Painter● The Sunlit ManCollection● Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere CollectionThe Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians series● Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians● The Scrivener s Bones● The Knights of Crystallia● The Shattered Lens● The Dark Talent● Bastille vs. the Evil Librarians (with Janci Patterson)Other novels● The Rithmatist● Legion: The Many Lives of Stephen Leeds● The Frugal Wizard⠙s Handbook for Surviving Medieval EnglandOther books by Brandon SandersonThe Reckoners● Steelheart● Firefight● CalamitySkyward● Skyward● Starsight● Cytonic● Skyward Flight (with Janci Patterson)● Defiant

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“Memories of the Revolution have come back to life…”In the summer of 1824, the aging Marquis de Lafayette, defeated politically and distraught over the fate of liberty in Europe, set sail one last time from France for America after an absence of forty years.Across the sea waited a nation transformed: Thirteen colonies were now twenty-four states, stretching from the Atlantic Coast to the Mississippi River. The number of Americans had more than tripled; their industry and creativity had ushered in a new era of individual prosperity and civic improvements. But progress brought worries. Shocks—an economic collapse, a crisis over the westward creep of slavery—foreshadowed a new political age, increasingly democratic and impassioned. The presidential election of 1824 was a precursor to this era. It was fought among four men, and was so bitter and divisive some observers wondered if it heralded the end of the Union. All while the Declaration of Independence neared its fiftieth anniversary and the first generation of Americans passed on, leaving a second to lead their great experiment in liberty into the uncertain future and stirring tender nostalgia for the Revolution and its quickly vanishing stars. Chief among them was Lafayette, the last living major general of the Continental Army.When he arrived at last in August 1824, the old hero met once more with the young republic. One of the greatest celebrations in American history followed. Citizens put aside their differences and rallied together around the spirit of their Revolution, rejoicing over the return of the “Nation’s Guest,” as Lafayette was called. For thirteen months, Lafayette traveled thousands of miles, reaching every state in the Union and met with parades and delirious crowds. The nation was spellbound by their benefactor. And Lafayette was overjoyed and stunned by the nation’s growth and advances, all made possible by the freedom he had fought for long ago. The Last Adieu narrates Lafayette’s farewell tour, capturing both its spectacular pageantry and emotional impact—not only from Lafayette’s perspective, but through eyewitness accounts and recollections of the everyday Americans who participated in the great celebration. Co-starring the swarm of fascinating characters Lafayette encountered across the American landscape—elderly founding fathers, populist politicians, idealistic reformers—this is not simply the record of an incredible journey, but a panorama of a rising America and a chronicle of a time when, as Lafayette wrote, memories of its Revolution came back to life, and its citizens were united in gratitude to the men who had won it.

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This is not the definitive work on the Russian space program, but it will give the reader an insight into a political and complex world of space science. Although the success of the high-profile American space program had grabbed all the headlines, Russia slowly, but consistently, has continued to expand their contribution to the exploration of space. Since the phasing out of the Space Shuttle, it is the Russians that now have the main responsibility to replace the crewmembers and take supplies to the space station, although now the American SpaceX program has eased that burden. The book covers the early triumphs and disasters of the Russian space program and the animals that helped pave the way, although the casualties never came to light until many years later, when the understanding and tensions between the East and West eased. Despite the number of setbacks that dogged the early years, Russia slowly developed spacecraft that, although considered by some to be very basic, were reliable. The development of the Salyut and Mir space stations created a closer understanding between the nations, the work and experiments carried out by the cosmonauts in these early space stations, were almost all military and were either secret or restricted, so little is known about them. However, with the arrival of the International Space Station came a degree of openness and great strides were made in the understanding of the physiological and psychological effects of the men and women involved in working in space and a weightless environment. Unfortunately, since the war in the Ukraine, Russiaâ ™s relationship with the West has deteriorated considerably and co-operation within the space program is very limited, although the two main powers have reached an agreement regarding the transportation of crews and supplies to the ISS. It is thought however that the International Space Station days are numbered and will close in 2031. The book also makes reference to only a small number of Kosmos missions, those mentioned are the only ones with any connection to space exploration. The remainder, and there have been over 2,500 Kosmos missions, were either military or scientific satellites.

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The Number One Sunday Times BestsellerAn immersive, historical fantasy set in 14th-century China, She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan is a queer tale of love, loss, betrayal and triumph. Magnificent in every way â “ Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange TreeIn a famine-stricken village on a dusty plain, a seer shows two children their fates. For a familyâ ™s eighth-born son, thereâ ™s greatness. For the second daughter, nothing.In 1345, China lies restless under harsh Mongol rule. And when a bandit raid wipes out their home, the two children must somehow survive. Zhu Chongba despairs and gives in. But the girl resolves to overcome her destiny. So she takes on her dead brotherâ ™s identity â “ and begins her journey.Can Zhu escape what is written in the stars, as rebellion sweeps the land? Can she claim her brotherâ ™s greatness â “ and rise, ruthlessly, to take the dragon throne?This is a glorious tale from a powerful new voice.She Who Became the Sun is a reimagining of the rise to power of Zhu Yuanzhang. Zhu was the real-life peasant rebel who expelled the Mongols, unified China under native rule, and became the founding Emperor of the Ming Dynasty.â ˜Epic, tragic and gorgeousâ ™ â “ Alix E. Harrow, author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January

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*A WATERSTONES BEST POLITICAL BOOK OF THE YEAR **A TIMES BEST PHILOSOPHY AND IDEAS BOOK OF 2021**A GUARDIAN BEST POLITICS BOOKS OF THE YEAR *LONGLISTED FOR THE 2022 BUSINESS BOOK AWARD A brilliant manifesto explaining why women are still so underestimated and overlooked in today s world, but how we can also be hopeful for change - Philippa Perry An impassioned, meticulously argued and optimistic call to arms for anyone who cares about creating a fairer society - Observer__________Imagine living in a world in which you were routinely patronised by women.Imagine having your views ignored or your expertise frequently challenged by them.Imagine people always addressing the woman you are with before you.Now imagine a world in which the reverse of this is true.The Authority Gap provides a startling perspective on the unseen bias at work in our everyday lives, to reveal the scale of the gap that still persists between men and women. Would you believe that US Supreme Court Justices are interrupted four times more often than male ones... 96% of the time by men? Or that British parents, when asked to estimate their child s IQ will place their son at 115 and their daughter at 107?Marshalling a wealth of data with precision and insight, and including interviews with pioneering women such as Baroness Hale, Mary Beard and Bernadine Evaristo, Mary Ann exposes unconscious bias in this fresh feminist take on how to address and counteract systemic sexism in ways that benefit us all.Includes interviews with pioneering women such as:Baroness HaleMary BeardBernadine EvaristoMary McAleeseJulia GillardDolly Alderton and Pandora SykesCherie BlairLiz TrussAmber RuddFrances MorrisLaura Bates__________ Hugely exciting - Emily Maitlis Deeply researched, profoundly thoughtful and a book very much for the here and now: Mary Ann Sieghart s The Authority Gap is the book she was probably born to write - Andrew Marr At last here is a credible roadmap that is capable of taking women from the margins to the centre by bridging the authority gap that holds back even the best and most talented of women. - Mary McAleese, Former President of Ireland

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Journey to the plains of Central Australia in The Pearl Sister, the fourth book in the number one bestselling Seven Sisters series by Lucinda Riley. A spellbinding story of love and loss, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation.CeCe D⠙Aplièse has never felt she fitted in anywhere. Following the sudden death of her adoptive father ⠓ an elusive billionaire affectionately known to his daughters as Pa Salt ⠓ she finds herself at breaking point.In desperation, CeCe decides to follow the clues to her past left to her by her father: a black-and-white photograph from 1906 and the name of a female pioneer, Kitty McBride, the daughter of a clergyman who left her rigid life in Scotland to forge a new path in Australia.On her way to Sydney, CeCe visits the stunning beaches of Krabi, Thailand. There she meets the mysterious Ace, a man as lonely as she is, a man with a secret to hide . . .When CeCe finally reaches the searing heat of the Red Centre of Australia, something deep within her awakens. Could this wild, vast continent offer CeCe something she never thought possible: a sense of belonging, and a home?The epic, multi-million selling series continues with The Moon Sister. Delicious reading - Daily MailPraise for the Seven Sisters: A masterclass in beautiful writing ⠓ The Sun Heart-wrenching, uplifting and utterly enthralling ⠓ Lucy Foley, author of The Hunting Party A breathtaking adventure ⠓ Lancashire Evening PostFive-Star Reader Reviews: Absolutely incredible Totally addictive Ideal for when you need to escape

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From the Scottish Highlands and Spain, to South America and New York, The Moon Sister is the fifth epic story in the Seven Sisters series by the number one bestseller Lucinda Riley. A spellbinding story of love and loss, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation.Tiggy D⠙Aplièse, in her mid-twenties, learns that her father ⠓ Pa Salt, an elusive billionaire who adopted his six daughters from around the globe ⠓ has died. Trusting her instincts, Tiggy moves to the remote wilds of Scotland and takes a job doing what she loves: caring for animals. Working on the vast and isolated Kinnaird estate, she is employed by the enigmatic and troubled laird, Charlie Kinnaird.Her decision alters her future irrevocably when she meets Chilly, an elderly gypsy man who has lived for years on the estate. He tells her not only that she possesses a sixth sense, passed down from her ancestors, but that it was foretold long ago that he should send her back home to Granada, Spain . . .In the shadow of the magnificent Alhambra, Tiggy discovers her connection to the fabled gypsy community of Sacromonte, who were forced to flee their homes during the civil war, and to ⠘La Candela⠙ ⠓ the greatest flamenco dancer of her generation.Tiggy follows the trail back to her own exciting but complex past. And, under the watchful eye of a gifted gypsy bruja, she begins to embrace her own talent for healing.But when fate takes a hand, Tiggy must decide whether to stay with her new-found family or return to Kinnaird, and Charlie . . . The epic, multi-million selling series continues with The Sun Sister. Lucinda Riley at the top of her game: a magical storyteller who creates characters we fall in love with and who stay with us long after we finish reading.⠙ ⠓ Lucy Foley, bestselling author of The Hunting PartyPraise for the Seven Sisters: A masterclass in beautiful writing ⠓ The Sun A breathtaking adventure ⠓ Lancashire Evening PostFive-Star Reader Reviews: Absolutely incredible Totally addictive Ideal for when you need to escape

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WINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2018WINNER OF THE JEFFERIES AWARD FOR NATURE WRITING 2017The full story of seabirds from one of the greatest nature writers. The book looks at the pattern of their lives, their habitats, the threats they face and the passions they inspire â “ beautifully illustrated by Kate Boxer.Seabirds are master navigators, thriving in the most demanding environment on earth. In this masterly book, drawing on all the most recent research, Adam Nicolson follows them to the coasts and islands of Scotland, Ireland, Iceland, Norway, and the Americas. Beautifully illustrated by Kate Boxer, The Seabirdâ ™s Cry is a celebration of the wonders of the only creatures at home in the air, on land and on the sea. It also carries a warning: the number of seabirds has dropped by two-thirds since 1950. Extinction stalks the ocean and there is a danger that the grand cry of a seabird colony will this century become little but a memory.

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THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING CHILDREN⠙S DEBUT FICTION BOOK *THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING CHILDREN⠙S HARDBACK FICTION BOOK *⠘A Da Vinci Code for kids⠙ ⠓ RICHARD OSMAN⠘A triumph ⠦ a very modern fantasy, in which the inventive plot is balanced by a strong degree of psychological realism, and a hero to whom every young reader is likely to relate.⠙ THE TELEGRAPH ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wild-winged adventure that soars effortlessly to the greatest heights of fantasy!⠙ ⠓ BEN MILLER⠜A fabulous quest story ⠦ a total page turner.⠝ ⠓ TOPPSTA READER REVIEW ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Discover the thrilling children⠙s debut novel from Alexander Armstrong. A modern classic for children aged 9-12, bursting with ancient magic, secret societies and fearsome foes! For fans of Philip Pullman⠙s Dark Materials, Skandar, Percy Jackson and Harry Potter.⠦⠦⠦An ancient magic. A deadly enemy. A reluctant hero.12-year-old Sam⠙s world is blown apart when he discovers that his family was once at the heart of a secret society ⠓ The Order of the Evening ⠓ that had long protected the world. Now a powerful enemy is closing in, destroying all in its path to find the Order⠙s hidden palace of Bellasis and the source of its powerful magic. Only Sam can stop them. But first, he must bring the Order together again.The clock is ticking. Dark forces are massing. Sam must undertake perilous journeys, determine friend and foe, and discover his true powers. For this boy holds the future of the world in his hands ⠦It⠙s time to enter a world of magic, intrigue, danger and glory ⠦ if you dare!*Evenfall reached number 5 in the TCM top 5000 Children⠙s chart Week w/e 14-SEP-2024

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The mostly true tale of Stan Lee, the one and only Godfather of Comics. From his childhood in Depression-era New York, to transforming Marvel into the number one comics publisher in the world, to his 21st-century reinvention as Chief Creative Officer of global entertainment company POW! Entertainment, Stan ?the Man? Lee stands the test of time as the most legendary name in comicbook history. Stanley Lieber began working at Timely Comics in 1940 at the age of 17 and found himself at the helm of the bullpen as its top editor just two years later.But it wasn?t until 1961 that he ignited a revolution known as the ?Marvel Age of Comics.? With a legendary stable of art partners including Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, John Romita, and Jim Steranko, Lee unleashed a dizzying cascade of seminal comicbook creations?the Fantastic Four, Hulk, Spider-Man, Thor, Iron Man, the X-Men, and the Avengers to name a few. After moving to Hollywood in 1980, he did it again, developing TV and film projects that laid the groundwork for the ?Marvel movie.? Stan?s constant cameo presence in these billion-dollar worldwide events was a testament to his influence. As the man behind POW! Entertainment, he became a master of all media?working with rock stars and professional sports leagues, movie mavens and reality TV shows?reinforcing his creative stature the world over.First published as a signed Collector?s Edition and sold out within a week, the book was written and edited with Lee himself. His tale is told by his successor at Marvel, renowned comics writer, editor, and historian Roy Thomas, who brings ?you are there? insights and wide-eyed clarity to key moments of Lee?s journey to pop culture immortality. Featuring hundreds of treasures of comicbook art, intimate photographs sourced straight from his family archives, a foreword written by Lee himself, a novel-length essay and new epilogue by Thomas, and an appendix with complete reprints of Stan?s comics from throughout the decades, this is a titanic tribute worthy of the Man.All Marvel characters are ? MARVEL

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WINNER OF THE EDGAR AWARD FOR BEST FACT CRIME SHORTLISTED FOR THE ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN NON-FICTION SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA ALCS GOLD DAGGER FOR NON-FICTION **NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED BY MARTIN SCORSESE STARRING LEONARDO DICAPRIO AND ROBERT DE NIRO** ‘A riveting true story of greed, serial murder and racial injustice’ JON KRAKAUER ‘A fiercely entertaining mystery story and a wrenching exploration of evil’ KATE ATKINSON ‘A fascinating account of a tragic and forgotten chapter in the history of the American West’ JOHN GRISHAM From the bestselling author of The Lost City of Z, now a major film starring Charlie Hunnam, Sienna Miller, Robert Pattinson and Tom Holland, and the Number One international bestseller The Wager, comes a true-life murder story which became one of the FBI’s first major homicide investigations. In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Indian nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, they rode in chauffeured automobiles, built mansions and sent their children to study in Europe. Then, one by one, the Osage began to be killed off. As the death toll climbed, the FBI took up the case. But the bureau badly bungled the investigation. In desperation, its young director, J. Edgar Hoover, turned to a former Texas Ranger named Tom White to unravel the mystery. Together with the Osage he and his undercover team began to expose one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history. ‘David Grann has a razor-keen instinct for suspense’ LOUISE ERDRICH

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With a cast of wonderful sea creatures, including a magical mermaid, and plenty of seaside fun, What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside is a brilliant rhyming adventure from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. The clever little ladybird is off on a trip to the seaside, but those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to their wicked ways again. This time they re planning to steal the mermaid s hair and sell it to a famous star. Luckily, the crime-busting ladybird has a clever plan to stop the thieves ... The fourth title in the Number One bestselling series from the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Enjoy other stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes, The Rhyming Rabbit, Sharing a Shell, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next and What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday.

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______________________________THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER FROM THE 45th PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES I like thinking big. I always have. To me it s very simple: If you re going to be thinking anyway, you might as well think big. â “ Donald J. TrumpHere is Trump in action â “ how he runs his business and how he runs his life â “ as he meets the people he needs to meet, chats with family and friends, clashes with enemies, and changes the face of the New York City skyline.But even a maverick plays by the rules, and Trump has formulated eleven guidelines for success. He isolates the common elements in his greatest deals; he shatters myths; he names names, spells out the zeros, and fully reveals the deal-maker s art. And throughout, Trump talks â “ really talks â “ about how he does it.Trump: The Art of the Deal is an unguarded look at the mind of a brilliant entrepreneur and an unprecedented education in the practice of deal-making. It s the most streetwise business book there is â “ and the ultimate read for anyone interested in making money and achieving success, and knowing the man behind the spotlight.

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The gripping story of the lure of porcelain, or white gold , from the Number One bestselling author of The Hare with Amber Eyes.** A Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller ** Other things in the world are white but for me porcelain comes first A handful of clay from a Chinese hillside carries a promise: that mixed with the right materials, it might survive the fire of the kiln, and fuse into porcelain - translucent, luminous, white. Acclaimed writer and potter Edmund de Waal sets out on a quest - a journey that begins in the dusty city of Jingdezhen in China and travels on to Venice, Versailles, Dublin, Dresden, the Appalachian Mountains of South Carolina and the hills of Cornwall to tell the history of porcelain. Along the way, he meets the witnesses to its creation; those who were inspired, made rich or heartsick by it, and the many whose livelihoods, minds and bodies were broken by this obsession. It spans a thousand years and reaches into some of the most tragic moments of recent times. In these intimate and compelling encounters with the people and landscapes who made porcelain, Edmund de Waal enriches his understanding of this rare material, the white gold he has worked with for decades. This is a haunting book, a book that amasses itself piece by piece, gaining in weight. Olivia Laing, New Statesman A mighty achievement Guardian

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Join the Gruffalo s Child for a BIG adventure in this clever sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo s child disobeys her father s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo s Child has followed firmly in her father s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans â “ big and small!Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

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Movie available from June 12th only on Disney+ Join the world of Artemis Fowl, the number one bestseller by Eoin Colfer.THE FAIRIES ARE IN TROUBLEGoblin gangs (exactly as bad as it sounds) are planning an uprising, and it looks like they ve had human help. Holly Short is convinced it s her old nemesis, Artemis Fowl.But, for once, Artemis is innocent. He s too busy getting his father back from the Arctic Circle, where the Russian Mafia (also very bad) is holding him prisoner.All Artemis has to do is clear his name, face the biggest criminal organisations in the world and avoid freezing to death.At least it ll get him out of the house . . .The misadventure continues. Fast-paced, tongue in cheek . . . laugh-out-loud - Sunday Times A huge hit - The Guardian Artemis is a brilliant creation - Anthony Horowitz ***The first book, Artemis Fowl was winner of the WHSmith Children s Book of the Year Award and Children s Book of the Year at the Children s Book Awards. Shortlisted for the Whitbread Children s Book of the Year Award.***

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**THE NUMBER 1 BESTSELLER AND WINNER OF THE BOOKER PRIZE**In this electrifying sequel to The Handmaid s Tale, Margaret Atwood answers the question that has tantalised readers for decades: What happened to Offred?The Republic of Gilead is beginning to rot from within. At this crucial moment, two girls with radically different experiences of the regime come face to face with the legendary, ruthless Aunt Lydia. But how far will each go for what she believes?Now with additional material: book club discussion points and an interview with Margaret Atwood about the real-life events that inspired The Testaments and The Handmaid s Tale. The Testaments is Atwood at her best . . . To read this book is to feel the world turning Anne Enright_________________________________PRAISE FOR THE TESTAMENTS: Everything The Handmaid s Tale fans wanted and more. Prepare to hold your breath throughout, and to cry real tears at the end Stylist She manages to write about the darkest and most terrifying parts of human psychology in a way that is still deeply funny and full of dark strange hope Naomi Alderman, author of The Power

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‘The Rule of Three is a completely original, nuanced, one-sitting read that blew me away. Whip-smart dialogue, characters that haunt your dreams and a plot you might just die for. I loved it’ CHRIS WHITAKER ‘The Rule of Three absolutely blew me away. An incredibly intense and original creepy page-turner that made me keep turning the pages in a desperate need to finish it and find out the answers! Utterly paranoia-inducing and brilliant. I loved it. It came for me and now it will come for you! #39; SARAH PINBOROUGH #39;Ingenious, creepy and compelling. Sam Ripley is an exciting new voice in the field of chilling thrillers #39; ALEX NORTH The Whisper Man meets The Chalk Man with the paranoia of The Blair Witch Project in this chilling suspense thriller. That’s the one.That’s the girl who’s going to die. I didn’t believe in the Rule of Three. Not at first. It was just one of those urban myths you hear about all the time. A story my boyfriend told me about a girl cursed by the number three. A girl whose parents had killed themselves after her sibling had died in an accident. Which meant that she was doomed to die too because that’s the Rule of Three. Bad things always happen in threes, they say, and they are right. Because it’s happening again. But this time the curse is coming for me. And worst of all?It’s coming for you, too. #39;How rare it is to devour a new thriller with a truly new premise told in a truly new way. In The Rule of Three, Sam Ripley has achieved the near impossible, blending innovative storytelling with fresh, surprising characters fighting for their lives against the very narrative we are racing to read and keep up with. This twisty, dark delight plumbs our all-too-human paranoias and proclivities, upending our expectations of what a thriller can be #39; GREGG HURWITZ #39;The Rule of three is an excellent, twisty thriller that keeps you glued to the page right the way through. Definitely my kind of book! #39; SIMON KERNICK #39;With The Rule of Three, Sam Ripley has delivered a perfectly crafted nightmare. Taut, deliciously sinister, witty and original. I couldn’t get enough of all the creepy twists and turns #39; CAZ FREAR ‘The Rule of Three is a sinister tale that deftly blends paranoia, conspiracy and a rash of mysterious deaths to create a dizzying and gripping thriller. The story sucked me in from page one and I was caught up in this just-one-more-chapter read until I raced to the conclusion – making sure to read in a well-lit room at all times!’ ROD REYNOLDS #39;Ingenious and compelling in equal measure #39; KEVIN WIGNALL #39;A thrilling concept told in a gripping, unique voice #39; CLAIRE MCGOWAN

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The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo s child disobeys her father s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo s Child has followed firmly in her father s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again! This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

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Today the number of native speakers of Indo-European languages across the world is approximated to be over 2.6 billion—about 45 percent of the Earth’s population. Yet the idea that an ancient, prehistoric population in one time and place gave rise to a wide variety of peoples and languages is one with a long and troubled past. In this expansive investigation, based on more than forty years of research, archaeologist J. P. Mallory navigates the complex history of our search for the Indo-European homeland, offering fresh insight into the debates surrounding origin, as well as the latest genetic research.In this compelling account, Mallory explores ancient migrations, linguistics, and archaeology, applying cutting-edge genetic research to untangle the key arguments with wit and verve. He addresses how the controversial idea of a single, shared homeland has been viewed by scientists, archaeologists, and linguists across the past century and reconsiders how, in the case of the Nazis and more recent nationalist movements, they have been manipulated for political advantage. The author goes on to analyze the linguistic trail linking current populations to the Indo-Europeans, looking at Sanskrit, Greek, Latin, and more, as he traces linguistic origins across multiple peoples and cultures, bringing the most up-to-date phylogenetic research to bear on this story. Ultimately this important volume offers the most conclusive and nuanced understanding of an oft-misrepresented and misunderstood topic.

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Don t miss the next book in the enthralling new series from the number one bestselling author Santa Montefiore! Santa Montefiore really knows these people inside and out. I couldn t put this book down JULIAN FELLOWES, creator of Downton Abbey An epic treat. I was utterly enthralled, captivated and heartbroken by the breathtakingly conjured past. Everything I love most in a novel, I adored every word! JENNY ASHCROFT No one gets to the heart of a love story like Santa Montefiore SARAH VINE Just brilliant. A stunning mystery that had me gripped from the very first page. Unputdownable JUDY MURRAY Gloriously compelling, I was glued to every page. I adored it! LIZ FENWICK A sumptuous, intricately woven tale, filled with intrigue and romance FIONA VALPYONE FATEFUL NIGHT.ONE FINAL PROMISE...The moment psychic detective Pixie Tate steps inside the opulent Aldershoff Hotel in Manhattan, one of the last relics of New York s Gilded Age, she senses instantly that a dark spirit is wreaking havoc within its elegant walls.Pixie knows that she must use her unique gift to travel back in time in order to discover the secrets of the past, and as she slips back over a hundred years, she s shocked to find herself in the midst of one of the most famous events in history.As the stars twinkle overhead, Pixie realises that time is running out. But when she comes face-to-face with a man she thought she d lost forever, will she keep her promise to save only the souls she should - or is it too late, and has she already changed the future?Secrets of the Starlit Sea is an epic and stunningly romantic time-travel mystery, and the second book in Santa Montefiore s sensational new series.Readers love Santa Montefiore... Hurry up Santa and write another! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just WOW... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Santa Montefiore s books are amazing! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lots of twists and turns, I couldn t put it down ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brought tears to my eyes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A treasure you will want to read over and over ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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An illustrated overview of the Hundred Years War, the longest-running and the most significant conflict in western Europe in the later Middle Ages. There can be no doubt that military conflict between France and England dominated European history in the 14th and 15th centuries. The Hundred Years War is of considerable interest both because of its duration and the number of theatres in which it was fought. Drawing on the latest research for this new edition, Hundred Years War expert Professor Anne Curry examines how the war can reveal much about the changing nature of warfare: the rise of infantry and the demise of the knight; the impact of increased use of gunpowder and the effect of the war on generations of people. Updated and revised for the new edition, with full-colour maps and 50 new images, this illustrated introduction provides an important reference resource for the academic or student reader as well as those with a general interest in late medieval warfare.

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Explore the most fascinating superstitions from around the world and marvel at the impact they have on our present-day lives. The Encyclopedia of Curious Rituals and Superstitions sheds light on the impact that superstitions have on our global society at large, world history, the pop culture we consume, the art we create, and even the way we think about marriage, death, prosperity, self-protection, and luck, to name a few. No matter where on Earth you live, superstitions have always been the infrastructure of societies since ancient times. They can be found in social rules of etiquette, in the vocabulary we communicate with, in rituals performed during holidays, in birthing rooms across time, at funerals, or just in our everyday habits. These mysterious practices provide an essential source of comfort, safety, and control. Even more fascinating is that they have been used since time immemorial to explain the unexplained. Unpack the lore and origins of cultural superstitions and how they have persisted throughout many generations. Discover how: Celtic fairies are behind our compulsion to knock on wood Norse mythology is responsible for our fear of the number 13Taylor Swift finds the number 13 to be lucky A quick death in Japan is thought to be ensured if you cut your toenails at nightThe evil eye is an important talisman in Jewish and Muslim culturesThe meaning behind your birthstone can predict your personalityRabbits hold significance in some Asian and Indigenous culturesFinding a husband in Nebraska is as simple as 99 horses, a white mule, and a handshakeEating twelve grapes on New Year s Eve in Spain and Central and South America can bring forth prosperityBeautiful illustrations further challenge the images your mind may have already held about the beliefs you instinctively carry throughout your life. You will be continually surprised and delighted by how superstitions not only define the bedrock of a culture but also demonstrate the nuanced ways in which we are all connected. Unlock a world of wonders in The Encyclopedia of Curious Rituals and Superstitions.The Wonderpedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy illustrated references on a range of intriguing topics, including archeological discoveries, world mythology, pop culture, global superstitions, and the fascinating stories behind signs and symbols. A cross-cultural exploration of what makes humans tick, this series magnifies the connective threads between us across time and geography and demystifies the surprising, confounding sides of life.

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The Guardian s best crime and thriller book of 2022 A refreshing and welcome addition to the world of detective fiction Abir MukherjeeKamil Rahman is a cook in a Brick Lane restaurant. But he used to be a detective back in Kolkata. And somehow trouble still knows how to find him.When a young woman Kamil knows is murdered the police are convinced her boyfriend is the culprit. Kamil isn t so sure and feels he has no choice but to start his own investigation. Meanwhile, his friend and restaurant manager, Anjoli, is troubled by a rise in the number of homeless deaths in their local area.Initially the cases seem unrelated, but as the duo dig deeper, they discover connections that stretch from London to Lahore.Together they take on the indifference of the authorities to the homeless and the casual racism that pervades the investigation of killings of Muslims - all while a supremely intelligent murderer is manipulating events to stay several steps ahead of them.Praise for The Waiter: A hugely entertaining first novel Ann Cleeves An outstanding debut Sunday Times Book of the Month A rip-roaring mystery that s engrossing from start to finish... a refreshing and welcome addition to the world of detective fiction. One of my favourite reads of the year Abir Mukherjee

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