the secret lake karen inglis

A lost dog, a hidden time tunnel and a secret lake... A page-turning time travel adventure for ages 8-11. Now enjoyed by over 500,000 young readers!When Stella and her younger brother, Tom, move to their new London home, they become mystified by the disappearances of Harry, their elderly neighbour''s dog. Where does he go? And why does he keep reappearing wet-through? Their quest to solve the riddle over the summer holidays leads to a boat buried under a grassy mound - and a tunnel that takes them to a secret lake. Who is the boy rowing towards them? Why is he so terrified? And whose are those children''s voices carried on the wind from beyond the woods? Stella and Tom soon discover that they have travelled back in time to their home and its gardens almost 100 years earlier. Here they make both friends and enemies and uncover startling connections between the past and present.''A modern classic for children''The Secret Lake has been described by readers as a "modern Tom''s Midnight Garden" and compared in atmosphere with The Secret Garden and the Nancy Drew mysteries. Karen Inglis describes it as, "a time travel mystery adventure with modern twists - the kind of adventure that I loved to read as a child, but brought right up to date!"

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Another page-turning time travel adventure for ages 8-12 set between 1900s and present-day London. The long-awaited sequel to the international best-seller The Secret Lake. Almost a year has passed since Stella and Tom discovered a time tunnel and travelled to early 1900s London, where they befriended Emma, Lucy and Jack. The magical moles that made the tunnel and secret lake appear have since vanished, but the children are longing to meet again. Then an illness, which leaves Emma''s life in danger, changes everything. The moles reappear, and Lucy realises the only hope of finding a cure lies in the future. So unfolds a thrilling tale of time travel, rekindled friendships and new threats that no one could have foreseen... The original Secret Lake mystery adventure has now been enjoyed by almost half a million young readers and is in translation around the world. This gripping sequel, which seamlessly combines children''s historical fiction with reading for pleasure, does not disappoint!

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This gentle story and activity book for ages 4-8 invites children to share how they are feeling - whether happy, sad or somewhere in between - through conversation, drawings or writing. Includes links to a download poster of the Tell-Me Tree, tips and templates to help children draw their own tree and links to resources for grown-ups.

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A delightful rhyming colour picture book for children ages 3-6 about Ferdinand Fox, Hatty the hedgehog and Hatty's baby son, Ed. Includes eight pages of fun photos and facts about foxes and hedgehogs - such as how long they live, what they eat and how we can help hedgehogs.

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A heart-warming Christmas tale about hope, friendship and being different. As the snow starts to fall on Christmas Eve morning, little Bruce Spruce dreams about finding a home for Christmas Day. But when things don't quite go to plan he finds that his fir tree friends are there for him - and all is not lost... For ages 3-5 +.

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When Walter Brown inherits a magician's hat from his great-grandpa Horace he discovers that it has special powers and that he and his cat Sixpence have been chosen for a secret mission. But magical mayhem follows when they try out his first magic on his super-cool new neighbours, twins Harry and George...

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"Evocative, muscular." - Kathleen Jamie. Karen Lloyd takes us on a deeply personal journey around the 60 miles of coastline that make up ‘nature’s amphitheatre’. Embarking on a series of walks that take in beguiling landscapes and ever-changing seascapes, Karen tells the stories of the places, people, wildlife and history of Morecambe Bay. So we meet the King''s Guide to the Sands, discover forgotten caves and islands that don’t exist, and delight in the simple beauty of an oystercatcher winging its way across the ebbing tide. As we walk with Karen, she explores her own memories of the bay, making an unwitting pilgrimage through her own past and present, as well as that of the bay. The result is a singular and moving account of one of Britain’s most alluring coastal areas.

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With the massive success of The Baxters TV show on Amazon Prime Video, Karen Kingsbury heard from tens of thousands of readers who wanted more regarding the faith of everyone''s favourite fictional family. Finally, it became clear that there was a piece missing from the Baxter family saga. This is that missing piece. The Baxters Devotional. In this book, not only will you find the list of Bible verses that start each TV episode, but through those verses, you will also go deeper into the trials and triumphs that face the Baxters. This devotional can be shared with a group, but it will also be powerful in a personal setting. Because it is in quiet moments that we find some of our greatest growth. These thirty devotions include questions, writing prompts, and numerous scriptures for a deeper biblical exploration. Karen has also added stories from her own life and faith as a part of each reading. Even if you have not read the Baxter books or watched The Baxters on Amazon, you will gain much from this devotional. However, if you want to know more, pick up the first book in the Redemption Series - Redemption - or watch The Baxters TV show on Amazon Prime Video.

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Set in New York''s exclusive Hamptons seaside resort, The Summer Without You is a gorgeously escapist read from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Rome Affair, Karen Swan.''Pure escapism'' – Marie ClareRowena Tipton isn''t looking for a new life, just a new adventure, something to while away the months as her long-term boyfriend presses pause on their relationship before they become engaged. But when a chance encounter at a New York wedding leads to an audition for a coveted houseshare in The Hamptons – Manhattan''s elite beach scene – suddenly a new life is exactly what she''s got.Stretching before her is a summer with three eclectic housemates, long days on white sandy beaches and parties on gilded tennis courts. But high rewards bring high stakes, and Rowena soon finds herself caught in the crossfire of a vicious intimidation campaign.Alone for the first time in her adult life, Rowena has no-one to turn to but a stranger – who is everything she doesn''t want, but possibly everything she needs.''It''s the perfect read for summer day at the beach (or the Hamptons!)'' – GirlsLovetoReadEnjoy more of Karen Swan''s captivating summer novels with The Greek Escape and The Hidden Beach.

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With glamorous locations and heart-breaking twists, Christmas in the Snow by Karen Swan is all you need for a truly decadent Christmas holiday. The perfect gift – even if it''s just to yourself.No secret stays buried forever . . .In London, the snow is falling and Christmas is just around the corner – but Allegra Fisher barely has time to notice. She''s pitching for the biggest deal of her career and can''t afford to fail. And when she meets attractive stranger, Sam Kemp, on the plane to the meeting, she can''t afford to lose her focus either. She learned to shut off her emotions long ago and only her sister and best friend Isobel knows why. But when Allegra finds herself up against Sam for the bid, their passion quickly turns sour.In Zermatt in the Swiss Alps, a long-lost mountain hut is discovered in the snow after sixty years and the last person expecting to become involved is Allegra – she hasn''t even heard of the woman they found inside. But it soon becomes clear the two women are linked and, as she and Iz travel out to make sense of the mystery, hearts thaw and dark secrets are uncovered, long buried by the snow.''Hide indoors with a glass of wine and lose yourself in this.'' – HeatEscape with more of Karen Swan''s captivating novels: Christmas at Tiffany''s and Midnight in the Snow.

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The Perfect Present is a glamorous and festive read from bestselling author of Christmas at Tiffany''s, Karen Swan.Haunted by a past she can''t escape, Laura Cunningham desires nothing more than to keep her world small and precise – her quiet relationship and growing jewellery business are all she needs to get by. Until the day when Rob Blake walks into her studio and commissions a necklace that will tell his enigmatic wife Cat''s life in charms. As Laura interviews Cat''s family, friends and former lovers, she steps out of her world and into theirs – a charmed world where weekends are spent in Verbier and the air is lavender-scented, where friends are wild, extravagant and jealous, and a big love has to compete with grand passions. Hearts are opened, secrets revealed and as the necklace begins to fill up with trinkets, Cat''s intoxicating life envelops Laura''s own. By the time she has to identify the final charm, Laura''s metamorphosis is almost complete. But the last story left to tell has the power to change all of their lives forever, and Laura is forced to choose between who she really is and who it is she wants to be.Enjoy more of Karen Swan''s captivating seasonal novels with The Christmas Secret and Midnight in the Snow.

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She''s safe from him, a thousand miles from harm. Or so she thought.''Immediately gripping. Once I started I couldn''t stop'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ REAL READER REVIEW''Perfect holiday reading'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ REAL READER REVIEW''Absolutely brilliant. Can''t put it down!'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ REAL READER REVIEW''A gripping, luxurious thriller'' Laura Marshall''An irresistible slice of escapism'' TM Logan''Full of twists and turns, it will keep you furiously turning the pages...'' Sarah Pearse''Pacy, exciting and unpredictable.'' Charlotte Duckworth''An addictive page-turner, pulsing with threat. Thrillingly sinister!'' Lucy ClarkeCharlotte and Sam were partners. In life, and in crime, but that''s all behind her.Until now, years later, it comes rushing back when her estranged ex-husband Sam suddenly goes missing. And someone threatens to expose what she did.Desperate to escape her mysterious tormentor, Charlotte boards a luxurious superyacht in the Caribbean. But it soon becomes clear that the open ocean isn''t the haven she thought it was.Because they are onboard too. And now there''s nowhere left to run.Praise for Karen Hamilton:''Fabulously dark'' Harriet Tyce''Wonderfully twisted'' C J Tudor''Karen Hamilton has a rare gift for character'' Fiona Cummins''Compelling, absorbing and highly entertaining.'' Allie Reynolds''Sizzles with tension, desire, and a forever-escalating sense of menace. A must-have summer read.'' Jack Jordan''A dark and addictive thriller with superb characters and a shocking conclusion.'' Jenny Quintana''Dazzling, dangerous and addictive. The perfect combination for a twisty exotic thriller.'' Lauren North''Completely addictive, fantastically paced. I was absolutely immersed in The Ex-Husband.'' L V Matthews''Let this supremely enjoyable thriller whisk you up, up and away.'' Sunday Mirror''Grippingly unpredictable'' Daily Express''Be prepared to put your life on hold for The Perfect Girlfriend'' Good Housekeeping''Taut and tense from the first page to the closing paragraphs'' Sun''Fast-moving and fun'' Observer

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Learn all about polar expeditions and the Arctic in this climate-related instalment of DK Books'' new educational fiction series for children.Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a "secret exploration".In this fun, fact-filled children''s book, engineering expert Kiki and Connor the marine biologist are sent on a mission to the Arctic. There they discover a research vessel studying the effects of climate change that has become trapped in the sea ice.To make matters worse, one of the ship''s scientists who went to find help at a nearby research station hasn''t returned. It''s up to the Secret Explorers to find the scientist, free the ship, and save the day! Kids will love turning the pages to find out if the Secret Explorers manage to succeed in their mission!Enter the frozen world...With a thrilling narrative that keeps kids engaged, The Secret Explorers and the Missing Scientist book by SJ King is the perfect gift for children who are into all things arctic. It''s written for children aged 7-9 years, with lots of information on the arctic world and the effects of melting sea ice.At the end of the book, you''ll find "Kiki''s Mission Notes" which is a summary of all the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With fun illustrations, quizzes, and a vocabulary list, the educational value of this book is outstanding and great for a classroom read!Get Ready to join the Secret Explorers ClubThe Secret Explorers series is a reminder to kids that they are limited only by their imagination and teaches them that learning is fun! But most of all, these educational books encourage children to believe that they can become experts in something they love.This edge-of-your-seat adventure book is packed with:- Fun facts and illustrations about polar bears- Simple and engaging explanations on how to survive in arctic conditions- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of words with definitionsComplete the seriesEach book in the series combines exciting adventures with real-life facts related to the Secret Explorers'' latest fictional mission.Don''t miss out on more secret explorations! Take on an out-of-this-world mission in The Secret Explorers and the Comet Collision. Travel back in time to save a dinosaur egg from destruction in The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue. Set out on a journey to stop the Cairo Museum from closing down in The Secret Explorers and the Tomb Robbers. Then take a trip up an erupting volcano in The Secret Explorers and the Smoking Volcano.

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Can Meg find her sunshine smile again? A wonderfully warm and wise story about new families and new relationships from bestelling author Karen McCombie.Meg is the girl with the sunshine smile. That''s what they call her at the wedding fairs where she models her mum''s dresses. But then Mum meets Danny. Danny, with the grotty houseboat, four sons and a three-legged cat. All of a sudden, Meg''s life clouds over. Will Meg ever find her sunshine smile again? A brand-new low reading age edition of a wonderfully warm and wise story about new families and new relationships from bestselling author Karen McCombie.Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 7.

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Two strangers from drastically different worlds meet . .. Wild-spirited Effie Gillies has lived all her life on the small island of St Kilda. But when Lord Sholto, heir to the Earl of Dumfries, visits, the attraction between them is instant.For one glorious week she guides the handsome young visitor around the isle, falling in love for the first time - until a storm hits and her world falls apart. Three months later, St Kilda lays silent as the islanders are evacuated for a better life on the mainland. With her friends and family scattered, Effie is surprised to be offered a position working on the Earl's estate.Sholto is back in her life but their differences now seem insurmountable, even as the simmering tension between them grows . . .Then, when a shocking discovery is made back on St Kilda, all her dreams for this bright new life are threatened by the dark secrets Effie and her friends thought they had left behind. Opposites attract in this epic and spellbinding novel, which transports us from the untamed beauty of St Kilda to the glamour and intrigues of high society in the 1930s. The Last Summer is the first book in the Wild Isle series by Sunday Times bestseller Karen Swan, inspired by the true history of St Kilda and its small island community.It is followed by The Stolen Hours.

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Ancient scriptures from the most popular book of all time, revolutionised to reveal its themes and narratives for a modern generation.Billions of people across the world find solace, meaning and wisdom from reading the Bible. But for some, it can be a difficult book to engage with and understand. In this this pioneering book Karen Sawrey shows you the bible as you never seen it before, using powerful infographics, with data sourced by experts in their fields, to communicate the key biblical themes and narratives. The Info Graphic Bible focuses on the meta narrative, the key points of the major stories and themes, to give the reader insight into the bigger story and help you understand the complex or abstract themes in a relevant way.Through revealing the ancient traditions, showing connections between Old and New Testament themes, and profiling important characters, you are left with a deeper and more memorable interpretation of the scriptures. Covering themes such as the First Family Tree, the Nature and Character of God to the Sacrificial System and Jesus I AM, this fascinating book, painstakingly gathered and presented in this unique and beautiful way will appeal to both the Christian and non-religious readers alike and provide unexpected insight into (one of) the most important book/s ever written.

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''A wonderfully satisfying read: love, passion, drama, violence, menace and peril, and characters you fall in love with'' – Santa MontefioreAn Island full of secrets . . .Summer, 1929. Mhairi MacKinnon is in need of a husband. As the eldest girl among nine children, her father has made it clear he can’t support her past the coming winter. On the small, Scottish island of St Kilda, her options are limited. But the MacKinnons’ neighbour, Donald, has a business acquaintance on distant Harris island also in need of a spouse. A plan is hatched for Donald to chaperone Mhairi and make the introduction on his final crossing of the year, before the autumn seas close them off to the outside world.Mhairi returns as an engaged woman who has lost her heart – but not to her fiancé. In love with the wrong man yet knowing he can never be hers, she awaits the spring with growing dread – for the onset of calm waters will see her sent from home to become a stranger’s wife. . .When word comes that St Kilda is to be evacuated, the lovers are granted a few months’ reprieve. But will a summer of stolen hours together just lead to more heartbreak . . . ?The Stolen Hours is the second book in Karen Swan’s bestselling Wild Isle series, which began with The Last Summer.Praise for The Last Summer''This sweeping love story gripped us from the start'' - Independent''The most exciting, enchanting and evocative story of forbidden love I''ve ever read'' - Cathy Bramley''A delicious, romantic tale'' - Rachel Hore''The queen of destination books'' - Woman & Home''Vividly drawn and beautifully atmospheric'' - Heat Magazine

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Let your little nature-lover take a swing through the rainforest in this conservation-themed fifth instalment of DK''s new educational fiction series! Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a "secret exploration". The Secret Explorers series is a reminder to kids that they are limited only by their imagination and teaches them that learning is enjoyable! But most of all, these educational books encourage children to believe that they can become experts in something they love. This edge-of-your-seat science book for kids is packed with:- Fun facts and illustrations about animals and plants found in the rainforest of Borneo- Simple and engaging explanations on how deforestation is altering our planet''s biodiversity- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of words with definitions- Information that support''s STEM curriculum In this fun, fact-filled children''s science book, we follow rainforest expert Ollie on an exciting mission to rescue a lost baby orangutan in the steamy rainforest of Borneo. Accompanied by engineering expert Kiki, they set out in a glider to search for the friendly ape.Along the way, they encounter greedy plantation owners who are plotting to destroy the forest to expand a palm oil plantation! They also learn about the threat that endangered animals and plants face due to deforestation. Kids will love turning the pages to find out if the Secret Explorers manage to succeed in their mission!It''s the perfect gift for children aged 7-9 who love all things rainforest. Packed with lots of information on animal and plant life, this epic adventure book gives them a thrilling introduction to nature. Each book in the series combines exciting adventures with real-life facts related to the Secret Explorers'' latest fictional mission. Complete the seriesDon''t miss out on more secret explorations! Dive into an underwater adventure in The Secret Explorers and the Lost Whales. Travel back in time to save a dinosaur egg from destruction in The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue. Finally, set out on a journey to stop the Cairo Museum from closing down in The Secret Explorers and the Tomb Robbers.

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Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy. They are the biggest job creators and offer a path to the American Dream. But for many, it is difficult to get the capital they need to operate and succeed. In the Great Recession, access to capital for small businesses froze, and in the aftermath, many community banks shuttered their doors and other lenders that had weathered the storm turned to more profitable avenues. For years after the financial crisis, the outlook for many small businesses was bleak. But then a new dawn of financial technology, or “fintech,” emerged. Beginning in 2010, new fintech entrepreneurs recognized the gaps in the small business lending market and revolutionized the customer experience for small business owners. Instead of xeroxing a pile of paperwork and waiting weeks for an answer, small businesses filled out applications online and heard back within hours, sometimes even minutes. Banks scrambled to catch up. Technology companies like Amazon, PayPal, and Square entered the market, and new possibilities for even more transformative products and services began to appear.In Fintech, Small Business & the American Dream, former U.S. Small Business Administrator and Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School, Karen G. Mills, focuses on the needs of small businesses for capital and how technology will transform the small business lending market. This is a market that has been plagued by frictions: it is hard for a lender to figure out which small businesses are creditworthy, and borrowers often don’t know how much money or what kind of loan they need. New streams of data have the power to illuminate the opaque nature of a small business’ finances, making it easier for them to weather bumpy cash flows and providing more transparency to potential lenders.Mills charts how fintech has changed and will continue to change small business lending, and how financial innovation and wise regulation can restore a path to the American Dream. An ambitious book grappling with the broad significance of small business to the economy, the historical role of credit markets, the dynamics of innovation cycles, and the policy implications for regulation, Fintech, Small Business & the American Dream is relevant to bankers, fintech investors, and regulators; in fact, anyone who is interested in the future of small business in America.

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Perfect for curious kids everywhere, The Secret Life of Clouds promises to inspire the next generation to care for the world around them. Packed with delightful stories and fascinating facts, this beautifully crafted book teaches children unforgettable lessons about nature and weather. Join Caspar, a fluffy cumulus cloud, as he guides young readers through a first exploration of the weather. Discover the secrets of what’s happening in the world around us every single day – and why! From rainy plains to foggy deserts and misty forests, The Secret Life of Clouds explains weather’s wonders in a fun and accessible way. Meet fog-drinking beetles, sparkly sundogs, snowmen and cloud families all while reading about magical weather-related folklore from around the planet. Casper the cloud has learnt much on his travels and will be a great guide for young readers, inspiring them to develop an appreciation of the magic of the world and its environments. With stunning, detailed illustrations, this magical book blends natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a story that will be explored over and over. There’s never been a better time to introduce your young reader to the beauty of the natural world! Following on from: The Secret Life of Trees, The Secret Life of Bees, The Secret Life of Birds, The Secret Life of Oceans, and The Secret Life of Bugs, The Secret Life of Clouds is the next enchanting addition to this beloved series.

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Learn all about life in the desert with this nature-themed installment of DK''s educational fiction series for children aged 7 to 9 years old.Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world, here to take young readers on a series of fact-filled fictional adventures! Each with their own specialty, from outer space to dinosaurs, these young globetrotters will teach kids aged 7-9 that learning can be fun, encouraging them to become experts in something they love. In this story, Leah the biology explorer and Cheng the geology expert are sent on a daring mission to a network of caves in India. However, when they get there they realise there''s more to this mission than meets the eye. The gripping narrative is filled with scientific facts as the explorers navigate the subterranean world and come across the animals that live there.This epic adventure is packed with: - Fun facts and beautiful subterranean illustrations for kids aged 7-9.- Informative diagrams to make science and nature seem simple.- A summary of all the scientific discoveries made throughout the story.- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of definitions making it the perfect classroom read.Let''s explore! The Secret Explorers and the Cave Crisis by SJ King is the perfect gift for children who are interested in all things nature, with information about geology and animals that will stretch the wildest of imaginations. Never miss a mission! A total of 12 different books, The Secret Explorer series is both educational and imaginative, combining exciting stories with real-life facts.Embark on a space mission adventure in The Secret Explorers and the Comet Collision. Travel back in time to save a dinosaur egg from destruction in The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue. Take part in a volcano rescue in The Secret Explorers and the Smoking Volcano. Then travel to the Arctic for a rescue mission in Secret Explorers and the Missing Scientist.Whatever your preferred topic, there''s a mission waiting for you!

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Learn all about knights and castles in this spooky history-themed instalment of DK Books'' new educational fiction series for children aged 7 to 9 years old.Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world, here to take young readers on a series of fact-filled fictional adventures! Each with their own specialty, from outer space to dinosaurs, these young globetrotters will teach kids that learning can be fun, encouraging them to become experts in something they love. In this fun, fact-filled children''s book, Kiki the engineering explorer and Gustavo the history expert get caught up in a spooky time travel mystery when a ghostly figure shows up at a medieval castle and terrifies the crowds!This epic adventure is packed with: -Fun facts and illustrations about exciting prehistoric animals-Simple and informative diagrams telling kids all they need to know about castles and knights-Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of words with definitionsWith a gripping narrative that keeps kids engaged, The Secret Explorers and the Haunted Castle by SJ King is the perfect gift for children who are into all things history. It''s written for children aged 7-9 years, with lots of information about medieval knights, castles and ghosts, to give them an exciting introduction into the world of history. At the end of this fictional book, you''ll find "Kiki''s Mission Notes" which is a summary of all the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With fun illustrations, quizzes, and a vocabulary list, the educational value of this book is outstanding and great for a classroom read!Never miss a mission! A total of nine different books, The Secret Explorer series is both educational and imaginative, combining exciting stories with real-life facts. Embark on another space mission adventure in The Secret Explorers and the Comet Collision. Travel back in time to save a dinosaur egg from destruction in The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue. Take part in a volcano rescue in The Secret Explorers and the Smoking Volcano. Then travel to the arctic for a rescue mission in Secret Explorers and the Missing Scientist.Whatever your preferred topic, there''s a mission waiting for you!

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Learn all about life in the desert with this nature-themed installment of DK Books'' new educational fiction series for children aged 7 to 9 years old.Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world, here to take young readers on a series of fact-filled fictional adventures! Each with their own specialty, from outer space to dinosaurs, these young globetrotters will teach kids that learning can be fun, encouraging them to become experts in something they love.In this story, Connor and Kiki go in search of pirate treasure, but their plans change when they encounter a basking shark in need of help. Can they find the treasure as well as rescue the shark? Only time will tell!! The gripping narrative is filled with scientific facts as the explorers navigate the ocean and come across different ocean life and species.This epic adventure is packed with: - Fun facts and beautiful illustrations of the ocean for kids aged 7-9.- Informative diagrams to make science and nature seem simple.- A summary of all the scientific discoveries made throughout the story.- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of definitions making it the perfect classroom read.Let''s explore! The Secret Explorers and the Sunken Treasure by SJ King is the perfect gift for children who are interested in all things under the sea, with information about underwater life that will stretch the wildest of imaginations.Never miss a mission! A total of 12 different books, The Secret Explorer series is both educational and imaginative, combining exciting stories with real-life facts.Embark on a space mission adventure in The Secret Explorers and the Comet Collision. Travel back in time to save a dinosaur egg from destruction in The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue. Take part in a volcano rescue in The Secret Explorers and the Smoking Volcano. Then travel to the arctic for a rescue mission in Secret Explorers and the Missing Scientist. Whatever your preferred topic, there''s a mission waiting for you!

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Solve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone''s favourite detective club! This fantastic bumper collection contains Secret Seven books 1-3, with illustrations by Tony Ross.Book 1: The Secret Seven (first published in 1949)It''s their first adventure and the Secret Seven super-sleuths are already on the trail of a mystery! The gang are dressed in disguise, following a lead to a spooky old house in the snow...Book 2: Secret Seven Adventure (first published in 1950)When a priceless pearl necklace goes missing the Secret Seven are first off the mark to catch the thief! Why? Because they saw him making his escape! Now all they have to do is find the necklace ...Book 3: Well Done, Secret Seven (first published in 1951)The Secret Seven have a new meeting place - a treehouse! But someone else is using it too. The gang are furious, but then they learn the intruder is in big trouble and needs their help. Can the Seven come to the rescue ...?These timeless stories are perfect for young fans of mystery, adventure or detective series.

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"Fluid and poetic as well as terrifying." —New York Times Book Review"Dazzling . . . a seamless mixture of magic realism, satire and futuristic fiction." —San Francisco Chronicle"Impressive . . . a flight of fancy through a dreamlike Brazil." —Village Voice"Surreal and misty, sweeping from one high-voltage scene to another." —LA Weekly"Amuses and frightens at the same time." —Newsday"Incisive and funny, this book yanks our chains and makes us see the absurdity that rules our world." —Booklist (starred review)"Expansive and ambitious . . . incredible and complicated." —Library Journal"This satiric morality play about the destruction of the Amazon rain forest unfolds with a diversity and fecundity equal to its setting. . . . Yamashita seems to have thrown into the pot everything she knows and most that she can imagine—all to good effect." —Publishers WeeklyA Japanese man with a ball floating six inches in front of his head, an American CEO with three arms, and a Brazilian peasant who discovers the art of healing by tickling one''s earlobe, rise to the heights of wealth and fame, before arriving at disasters—both personal and ecological—that destroy the rain forest and all the birds of Brazil.Karen Tei Yamashita is the author of Through the Arc of the Rain Forest, Brazil-Maru, Tropic of Orange, Circle K Cycles, I Hotel, and Anime Wong, all published by Coffee House Press. I Hotel was selected as a finalist for the National Book Award and awarded the California Book Award, the American Book Award, the Asian/Pacific American Librarians Association Award, and the Association for Asian American Studies Book Award.

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An epic first love. A second chance . . .''One of our most prolific and talented writers’ – Santa MontefioreYoung Flora MacQueen has always dreamt of more than life on the small Scottish island of St Kilda. So, when she catches the eye of visiting adventurer and wealthy businessman James Callaghan, her future seems brighter.Winter seas separate the lovers but the island’s evacuation the following summer promises to reunite them – until tragedy strikes.Heartbroken and needing to support her family on the mainland, a chance meeting offers hope. Soon Flora is the toast of glamorous Paris; fame and fortune are hers for the taking. But at a high price.When a scandal erupts back home, she is implicated, along with her friends, Effie and Mhairi. But then a deception comes to light that will change everything . . .The Lost Lover is Book Three in Karen Swan''s bestselling Wild Isle series, following The Last Summer and The Stolen Hours.

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Meeting the Universe Halfway is an ambitious book with far-reaching implications for numerous fields in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. In this volume, Karen Barad, theoretical physicist and feminist theorist, elaborates her theory of agential realism. Offering an account of the world as a whole rather than as composed of separate natural and social realms, agential realism is at once a new epistemology, ontology, and ethics. The starting point for Barad’s analysis is the philosophical framework of quantum physicist Niels Bohr. Barad extends and partially revises Bohr’s philosophical views in light of current scholarship in physics, science studies, and the philosophy of science as well as feminist, poststructuralist, and other critical social theories. In the process, she significantly reworks understandings of space, time, matter, causality, agency, subjectivity, and objectivity.In an agential realist account, the world is made of entanglements of “social” and “natural” agencies, where the distinction between the two emerges out of specific intra-actions. Intra-activity is an inexhaustible dynamism that configures and reconfigures relations of space-time-matter. In explaining intra-activity, Barad reveals questions about how nature and culture interact and change over time to be fundamentally misguided. And she reframes understanding of the nature of scientific and political practices and their “interrelationship.” Thus she pays particular attention to the responsible practice of science, and she emphasizes changes in the understanding of political practices, critically reworking Judith Butler’s influential theory of performativity. Finally, Barad uses agential realism to produce a new interpretation of quantum physics, demonstrating that agential realism is more than a means of reflecting on science; it can be used to actually do science.

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A dynamic history of life in turn-of-the-century Warsaw through the eyes of a young woman and her Jewish family who converted to Catholicism  When Alicja Lewental’s parents came of age in the middle of the nineteenth century, they believed they did not have to choose between two communities, one Polish and the other Jewish. But by the time Alicja was growing up in the 1890s, it seemed that for some Polish nationalists there was little Jews could do to be accepted unequivocally as Poles. As Alicja entered young womanhood and her father, a prominent publisher, became the target of polemics casting him as an outsider in Polish culture, her mother came to believe that only through her daughters’ conversion to Catholicism and marriage to Catholic men could their family achieve acceptance in Polish society. The Lewentals’ lives and their aspirations for belonging played out in Warsaw’s homes, salons, and bookstores in a modernizing city.  Drawing on Alicja Lewental’s diary and other sources, historian Karen Auerbach provides a unique window onto how the Lewentals and their circle navigated a time of increasing ambivalence about the possibility for Jewish belonging to the Polish nation. As exclusionary notions of what it meant to be Polish gained traction in politics, Alicja and her family encountered these ideas in their private lives.

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Set on a lush Greek island, The Greek Escape by Karen Swan is a Sunday Times bestseller, and the perfect getaway for fans of Victoria Hislop and Santa Montefiore.''This irresistible story will sweep you right up into its pages and keep you there'' – HeatBefore every new beginning, there must be an ending . . .Running from heartbreak, Chloe Marston leaves her old life in London for a fresh start in New York. Working at a luxury concierge company, she makes other people’s lives run perfectly, even if her own has ground to a halt.Then, a terrible accident forces her to step into a new role, up close and personal with the company’s most esteemed and powerful clients. Charismatic Joe Lincoln is one of them and his every wish is her command. So, when he asks her to find him a secluded holiday home in the Greek Islands, she sets about sourcing the perfect retreat.But when Tom, her ex, unexpectedly shows up in Manhattan, the stability of her new life is thrown off-balance again. So she jumps at the chance to help Joe inspect the holiday house; escaping to Greece will give her the time and space to decide where her future truly lies.Tom is the man she has loved for so long, but he has hurt her before – can she give him another chance?And as she draws closer to Joe, does she even want to? As magnetic as he is mysterious, there’s an undeniable chemistry between them that she can’t resist.Whatever her heart is telling her, Chloe is in over her head – another client’s wife has mysteriously disappeared, and serious allegations about Joe threaten more than just her happiness.Who can she trust? And will she uncover the truth in time?''A charming, well-crafted tale of love, loss and reinvention'' – Marie ClaireReaders love The Greek Escape . . .''This book grabbed me from page one and didn''t let go''''Loved it from beginning to end''''Exactly what a summer read should be''

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A second, action-packed Secret Seven adventure by prize-winning author Pamela Butchart, brilliantly illustrated by Tony Ross. The Secret Seven are excited to be chosen as extras in a local play, but during the opening performances things go seriously wrong. Could someone be trying to sabotage the production? The cast and crew are adamant that a theatre ghost must be causing the mysterious accidents, but the Seven aren''t convinced. It''s up to the gang and their spaniel Scamper to find out who is really behind the mischief - and why! Set in the same world and time as the original stories by Enid Blyton, both Mystery of the Skull and this fantastic new book satisfyingly extend the series for fans old and new. Both stories are brought to life by Tony Ross''s brilliant illustrations throughout. Join the Secret Seven for more mystery, excitement, friendship and FUN than ever before! Read all 15 stories in the original Secret Seven series ...Also look out for Secret Seven Brain Games - a fun and tricky puzzle book! *Enid Blyton ®, The Secret Seven ® and Enid Blyton''s signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.

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Clayton M. Christensen, the author of such business classics as The Innovator’s Dilemma and the New York Times bestseller How Will You Measure Your Life, and co-authors Efosa Ojomo and Karen Dillon reveal why so many investments in economic development fail to generate sustainable prosperity, and offers a groundbreaking solution for true and lasting change.Global poverty is one of the world’s most vexing problems. For decades, we’ve assumed smart, well-intentioned people will eventually be able to change the economic trajectory of poor countries. From education to healthcare, infrastructure to eradicating corruption, too many solutions rely on trial and error. Essentially, the plan is often to identify areas that need help, flood them with resources, and hope to see change over time.But hope is not an effective strategy.Clayton M. Christensen and his co-authors reveal a paradox at the heart of our approach to solving poverty. While noble, our current solutions are not producing consistent results, and in some cases, have exacerbated the problem. At least twenty countries that have received billions of dollars’ worth of aid are poorer now.Applying the rigorous and theory-driven analysis he is known for, Christensen suggests a better way. The right kind of innovation not only builds companies—but also builds countries. The Prosperity Paradox identifies the limits of common economic development models, which tend to be top-down efforts, and offers a new framework for economic growth based on entrepreneurship and market-creating innovation. Christensen, Ojomo, and Dillon use successful examples from America’s own economic development, including Ford, Eastman Kodak, and Singer Sewing Machines, and shows how similar models have worked in other regions such as Japan, South Korea, Nigeria, Rwanda, India, Argentina, and Mexico.The ideas in this book will help companies desperate for real, long-term growth see actual, sustainable progress where they’ve failed before. But The Prosperity Paradox is more than a business book; it is a call to action for anyone who wants a fresh take for making the world a better and more prosperous place.

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The Secret Agent is Joseph Conrad''s dark satire on English society, edited with an introduction and notes by Michael Newton in Penguin Classics.In the only novel Conrad set in London, The Secret Agent communicates a profoundly ironic view of human affairs. The story is woven around an attack on the Greenwich Observatory in 1894 masterminded by Verloc, a Russian spy working for the police, and ostensibly a member of an anarchist group in Soho. His masters instruct him to discredit the anarchists in a humiliating fashion, and when his evil plan goes horribly awry, Verloc must deal with the repercussions of his actions. While rooted in the Edwardian period, Conrad''s tale remains strikingly contemporary, with its depiction of Londoners gripped by fear of the terrorists living in their midst. This edition of The Secret Agent contains a chronology, further reading, notes and maps of London and Greenwich. In his introduction, Michael Newton discusses London''s real-life world of political anarchy, and Conrad''s portrayal of the Verlocs'' marriage.Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) was born in the Ukraine and grew up under Tsarist autocracy. After spending years in the French, and later the British Merchant Navy, Conrad left the sea to devote himself to writing. In 1896 he settled in Kent, where he produced within fifteen years such modern classics as Youth, Heart of Darkness, Lord Jim, Typhoon, Nostromo, The Secret Agent and Under Western Eyes.If you enjoyed The Secret Agent, you might like Fyodor Dostoyevsky''s Demons, also available in Penguin Classics.''A brilliant book, one of the greatest works of modern irony''Malcolm Bradbury

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Inspire the next generation to look after the world around them with The Secret Life of Bugs, a collection of delightful stories and engaging facts. Let Luna, a friendly ladybird, lead you through this beautiful first guide to bug life. Learn about bug habitats – who lives where, from teeny tiny bugs (featherwing beetles) to the largest of critters (giant stick insect and goliath beetles). Find out the amazing things that bugs can do, like flying high or disguising themselves. Read magical creepy crawly folklore stories from around the planet, too. The ladybird has learnt much on her travels and will be a great guide for young readers, perhaps inspiring them to develop a lifelong love of bugs. Sadly, many insects are under threat, so the Ladybird guide will be an ideal character to teach children about pollution and climate change, and encourage them to care about all creepy crawlies. Sumptuous and detailed illustrations take pride of place in this magical book that mixes natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a book to be pored over time and again. There’s never been a better time to introduce your child to the beauty of every living thing, even the teeny tiny. Following on from The Secret Life of Trees, The Secret Life of Bees, The Secret Life of Birds and The Secret Life of Oceans, Bugs is the next book in the series.

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Learn how to read the clues and signs of the weather with this eye-opening and enthralling guide from Sunday Times-bestselling author Tristan Gooley, pioneer in the art of natural navigation 🍂 PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY OF TRISTAN GOOLEY''S NEW BOOK, ''THE HIDDEN SEASONS'', NOW! COMING SEPTEMBER 2025 🍂 -------Readers LOVE The Secret World of Weather:''This book finally explains what weather is and the fundamental why. Clouds now have real meaning!'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Every page is a gem'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Classic Tristan Gooley: You get yourself comfortable in the armchair, a drink beside you and start to read, but before you know it there is a desire to get out of the chair, step outside and see if you can put into practice some of the things he is telling you!'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐*****************************The weather changes as we walk around a tree or turn down a street. There is a secret world of weather - one that we all live in, but very few see.Each day we pass dozens of small weather signs that reveal what the weather is doing all around us - and what is about to happen. The clues are easy to spot when you know how, but remain invisible to most people.In The Secret World of Weather you''ll discover the simple rules that explain the weather signs. And you''ll learn rare skills that enhance every minute you spend outdoors, whether you are in a town, on a beach or in a wilder spot.As the author of the international bestsellers The Walker''s Guide to Outdoor Clues and Signs and How to Read Water, Tristan Gooley knows how to de-code the phenomena and signs to look for. As he says, ''I want you to get to know these signs as I have, as characters. By studying their habits and behaviours, the signs come to life and the meaning reveals itself. From this flows an ability to read what is happening and what is about to happen''.This is the ultimate guide to exploring an undiscovered world, one that hides in front of our eyes.***************************Critical acclaim for The Secret World of Weather:''A sensitive study that combines theoretical physics with beautiful nature writing.'' - Telegraph Best Books To Read On A Summer Holiday''The Secret World of Weather frames itself early on as an aid to forecasting, by decoding signs in mackerel skies and dust devils. But it''s really much more than that . . . Gooley is the best kind of teacher: gentle, patient, nudging'' - Richard Mabey, Telegraph''Gooley marshals a riveting compendium of weather-reading skills . . . he has plenty of facts at his fingertips with which to excite'' - The Times''This breezy new book reveals how to read nature''s very own weather forecast . . . full of fascinating trivia'' - Daily Mail

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Follow Buzzwing the bee, Luna the ladybird and Oakheart the oak tree on a beautifully illustrated journey through this bind-up of The Secret Life of Bugs, The Secret Life of Bees and The Secret Life of Trees.Take in the knowledge and wisdom of a wise, old oak tree as he shares science facts and folk tales that he has learnt in his 500 years on earth. Learn the secrets of a worker bee’s tiny world, including the day she was born. Hear about the effects of pollution and climate change, through a friendly ladybird’s perspective, and how readers can care for all creepy crawlies.In this bind-up, learn about:How trees grow and surviveWhy trees are so important to humansTree folklore from around the worldThe bee life cycleWhy bees are so important to humansBee folk tales from around the worldThe bug life cycleCreepy crawly folk tales from around the world This collection of delightful traditional stories and engaging facts will impart a love of nature and inspire you to look after the world around you. Whimsical and detailedillustrations have pride of place in magical tales that mix natural history with a splash of fantasy, creating a book that you will pore over time and again. With things to search for and find throughout, tips for making your own environment welcoming to bees and bugs, The Secret Life of Bugs, Bees and Trees is brimming with reasons to admire and respect this fascinating mix of nature.Inspire the next generation to look after the world around them with The Secret Life of Bugs, Bees and Trees, a collection of delightful stories and engaging facts.

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Take the next step with The Secret Daily Teachings - the much-loved companion guide for living The Secret day by day is now available in a new hardcover format.The Secret contains clear principles on how to live your life in accordance with the natural laws of the Universe, but the important thing for every person is to LIVE IT. Now, with The Secret Daily Teachings, Rhonda Byrne takes you through a year of teachings, sharing wisdom and insights for living in harmony with the laws that govern all human beings, so that you may become the master of your life. Building upon The Secret's powerful truths, your knowledge of the law of attraction is about to expand far beyond what you can imagine. More joy, more abundance, more magnificence - every single day of the year.

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''This book taught me so much about female desire. A must read!'' Cherry HealeyDid you know that there is an orgasm gap of around 30% between heterosexual couples when they have sex? In Mind The Gap, Dr Karen Gurney, a clinical psychologist and certified psychosexologist, explores not just this gap, but the gaps in our knowledge of so much of the most important new science around sex and desire. In this book, you will learn that nearly everything that you''ve been led to believe about female sexuality isn''t actually true. And that, despite what you might think, it is possible to simultaneously feel little to no spontaneous desire and have a happy and mutually satisfying sex life long term.Exploring the mismatch between ideas about sex in our society and what the science tells us, Mind The Gap also explains how this disconnect lies at the root of many of our sexual problems. Combining science with case studies, practical exercises and tips, this is a book for anyone who wants to better understand the mechanics of desire and futureproof their sex life, for life.

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"The Secret Teachings of All Ages" is a book written by Manly P. Hall, a Canadian-born author and mystic. It explores various esoteric and occult subjects, delving into the symbolism, mythology, and philosophies found in ancient and modern civilizations. "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" is a comprehensive work that covers a wide range of topics, including ancient civilizations, secret societies, symbolism, astrology, alchemy, and more. One of the notable aspects of the book is its meticulous attention to detail and extensive research. Manly P. Hall's work incorporates insights from various religious and philosophical traditions, including Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Hindu, and Christian, among others. "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" has been highly regarded by scholars and seekers of esoteric knowledge. It has become a valuable resource for individuals interested in exploring the hidden wisdom of the ages and understanding the deeper meanings behind ancient symbols and teachings. The book has also influenced many subsequent writers and researchers in the field of mysticism and the occult. It's worth noting that while "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" provides a wealth of information and insights, readers should approach its contents with a critical and discerning mindset.

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Get lost in the gardens of Misselthwaite Manor with this stunning illustrated edition of The Secret Garden. Beautiful contemporary artwork fills the pages of this unique collectible classic.The Secret Garden has enchanted readers for over a century with its story of second chances, found family, and the healing power of nature. Rediscover the timeless tale with this lush, illustrated volume featuring the unabridged text by Frances Hodgson Burnett and beautiful paintings by Kate Lewis created especially for this edition. Lewis’s immersive illustrations invite us to join Mary Lennox as she discovers the wonders of the overgrown garden and befriends the kind Dickon and the stubborn Colin. With new art on almost every page, this is a keepsake edition to be handed down through the generations.A COLLECTIBLE CLASSIC FOR ALL AGES: The Secret Garden is a beloved story shared across generations through films, TV shows, and other adaptations. Now, readers of all ages can rediscover the original story in this sophisticated illustrated edition and add it to their collections as a personal keepsake. GORGEOUS ILLUSTRATIONS: The colorful artwork of contemporary painter Kate Lewis fills the pages, bringing the English countryside to life in a fresh style. Readers will delight in the original art created for this new edition, from full-page scenes to floral page borders and illustrations of the curious robin and other animals from the garden and the moors. LOVELY GIFT: Featuring beautiful artwork on the cover and a matching ribbon marker, this elegantly designed hardcover is an eye-catching display book for the home. This is a great gift for adults who enjoyed The Secret Garden as children and for younger readers discovering the story for the first time. Share this new edition with a loved one on Mother’s Day or any special occasion!Perfect for: Fans of The Secret Garden who want to rediscover the story they loved as children Parents who want to share a beloved classic novel with their kids Anyone looking for a meaningful birthday, housewarming, or Mother's Day gift Fans of classic American and English literature Children’s book collectors Fans of Kate Lewis Lovers of colorful botanical art Home décor seekers and interior designers

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Solve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone''s favourite detective club! This fantastic bumper collection contains Secret Seven books 13-15, illustrated by Tony Ross.Shock for The Secret Seven: Book 13In book thirteen, dogs are disappearing from the village but the Seven are so busy arguing that they don''t even notice! Then poor Scamper, their beloved spaniel, becomes the next victim to vanish and it''s all systems go for The Secret Seven!Look Out, Secret Seven: Book 14In book fourteen, Scamper discovers an unwanted visitor and later protects the Seven as they spy on a thief in Bramley Woods! What on earth would the friends do without their brave canine companion?Fun for The Secret Seven: Book 15In the last book in the series, the Seven are determined to help Tolly and his sick horse Brownie. They need to find their friends a safe place to hide out - somewhere that dangerous horse thieves will never find. But where?These timeless stories are perfect for young fans of mystery, adventure or detective series.

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From the author of the phenomenal His Dark Materials comes the next chapter in the story of Lyra Silvertongue . . .Lyra is now studying at St Sophia''s College, Oxford, with her daemon Pantalaimon.But, for the first time there are serious divisions between the two.Lyra is questioning everything she once held dear. Pan misses the impulsiveness of their youth.When an act of terrible violence breaks the peace of the Oxford night, Lyra and Pan''s relationship reaches a crisis and they are drawn, far from home, into the dangerous factions of a world they had no idea existed.The Secret Commonwealth is truly a book for our times; a powerful adventure and a thought-provoking look at what it is to understand yourself and to grow up and make sense of the world around you. This is storytelling at its very best from one of our greatest writers.*Exclusive to the paperback edition, Chris Wormell''s new original illustrations bring Lyra''s world vividly to life.*_____Reviews for The Secret Commonwealth: The Book of Dust Volume Two:"[Pullman] has created a fantasy world, made yet more satisfying in rigour and stylistic elegance. This is a book for getting older with" Guardian, Book of the Week"The Secret Commonwealth is ablaze with light and life. The writing is exquisite; every sentence sings ... To read Pullman is to experience the world refreshed, aglow, in Technicolour" i"Pullman''s story is still thought-provoking ... This book elegantly weaves in live issues, from Europe''s refugee crisis to facts in the post-truth era. And Pullman''s prose is rewarding as ever" The Times"A long, taxing, complex journey, laced with beauty, terror and philosophy" Metro"As ever, Pullman''s story is complex and vast but home to some of the finest storytelling in the 21st century. Revel in whole new worlds and enjoy one of literature''s most wonderful heroines before she comes to HBO and the BBC" Stylist"Pullman is confronting readers with the horrors of our own world reflected back at us. In The Secret Commonwealthhe creates a fearful symmetry" The Herald

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Marta McDowell returns with a beautiful, gift-worthy account of how plants and gardening deepy inspired Frances Hodgson Burnett, author of the beloved children's classic The Secret Garden. Marta McDowell has revealed the many ways gardening has inspired some of our most cherished authors, including Beatrix Potter, Emily Dickinson, and Laura Ingalls Wilder. In her latest, she does the same with Frances Hodgson Burnett, the author of the classic children's book The Secret Garden. Unearthing The Secret Garden starts by chronicling Frances Hodgson Burnett's childhood and early life, with a focus on her growing interest in gardens and her development as a writer. McDowell also shares details of three gardens Hodgson Burnett created in Kent, Long Island, and Bermuda. A guide to the plants featured in The Secret Garden will delight gardeners. And in a unique addition, McDowell transcribes Hodgson Burnett's delightful essay, "In the Garden," which was published shortly after her death. AUTHOR: Marta McDowell lives, gardens, and writes in Chatham, New Jersey. She consults for public gardens and private clients, writes and lectures on gardening topics, and teaches landscape history and horticulture at the New York Botanical Garden, where she studied landscape design. Her particular interest is in authors and their gardens, the connection between the pen and the trowel. 150 photographs and illustrations

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The Secret Seven are siblings Peter and Janet, and Jack, Barbara, Pam, Colin and George. Together they are The Secret Seven - ready to solve any mystery, any time - in Enid Blyton''s classic series of 15 mystery novels.Peter is running the hoopla-stall, but when Fred offers him a pony ride, Scamper is left in charge. When Peter returns Scamper and the money are missing!In addition to the Secret Seven novels, Enid Blyton wrote six short stories based on the characters which are published in The Secret Seven Short Story Collection (Hodder). The stories are also available in individual volumes, divided into chapters to make them ideal for newly confident readers. They have been illustrated in full colour by Tony Ross.

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Writing as S. J. Fleet, The Secret Barrister''s first novel, The Cut Throat Trial, is available for pre-order now._____The Top Ten Sunday Times Bestseller''A compelling, eye-opening read'' - Daily Express''A powerful polemic'' - The Sunday TimesThe Secret Barrister returns to debunk the biggest legal lies of our time. Taking you from your own home to the halls of Westminster, this is the truth about justice in an age of fake law.– Did an illegal immigrant avoid deportation because he had a cat?– Is the law on the side of the burglar who enters your home?– Are unelected judges ‘enemies of the people’?Most of us think the law is only relevant to criminals, if we even think of it at all. But the law touches every area of our lives: from intimate family matters to the biggest issues in our society.Our unfamiliarity is dangerous because it makes us vulnerable to media spin, political lies and the kind of misinformation that frequently comes from loud-mouthed amateurs and those with vested interests. This ''fake law'' allows the powerful and the ignorant to corrupt justice without our knowledge – worse, we risk letting them make us complicit.Thankfully, The Secret Barrister is back to reveal the stupidity, malice and incompetence behind many of the biggest legal stories of recent years. In Fake Law, The Secret Barrister debunks the lies and builds a defence against the abuse of our law, our rights and our democracy that is as entertaining as it is vital.

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Unveiling the Untold Stories of Women in the Middle Ages#1 New Release in England HistoryFor centuries, medieval history books have told the stories of noble queens, dutiful housewives, and cloistered nuns—but what about the single women who lived, worked, and thrived in medieval Europe? The Secret Lives of Single Medieval Women reveals the overlooked yet fascinating lives of middle age women who did not fit the conventional mold. From unmarried tradeswomen and widows to vowesses and nuns, these women carved their own paths in a world that often sought to define them by their marital status.Single, independent, and often underestimated—these women left their mark on history. While medieval and Middle Ages society dictated that a woman’s worth was tied to marriage and family, countless single women built lives of resilience and ingenuity. Some ran successful businesses, others devoted themselves to education or faith, and many simply found ways to survive within a rigid social structure. This book sheds light on their stories, proving that history is far richer and more complex than the narratives we''ve been told.Discover the vibrant and often surprising lives of single women in the Middle Ages. Whether running businesses, navigating religious life, or simply surviving societal expectations, these women played a crucial role in shaping medieval society. Rich with historical records, poetry, and legal documents, this medieval history book brings to light the personal stories of those often left out of traditional narratives.Inside, you’ll find:A vivid look at medieval clothing women wore, their homes, and their tradesFascinating insights into women’s roles in medieval England history—from peasants to powerful figuresA perfect gift for medieval history teachers, history enthusiasts, and anyone curious about women in the Middle AgesBlending meticulous research with engaging storytelling, The Secret Lives of Single Medieval Women challenges outdated perceptions and brings history’s forgotten women back to life.If you liked Embers of the Hands, Poet, Mystic, Widow, Wife , or The Very Secret Sex Lives of Medieval Women, you’ll love The Secret Lives of Single Medieval Women.

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2024 Independent Publisher Book Awards Winner – Silver Medal, World HistoryNadia Comaneci is the Romanian child prodigy and global gymnastics star who ultimately fled her homeland and the brutal oppression of a communist regime. At the age of just 14, Nadia became the first gymnast to be awarded a perfect score of 10.0 at the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games and went on to collect three gold medals in performances which influenced the sport for generations to come, cementing Nadia’s place as a sporting legend. However, as the communist authorities in Romania sought an iron grip over its highest-profile athletes, Nadia and her trainers were subjected to surveillance from the Securitate, the Romanian secret police. Drawing on 25,000 secret police archive pages, countless secret service intelligence documents, and numerous wiretap recordings, this book tells the compelling story of Nadia’s life and career using unique insights from the communist dictatorship which monitored her.Nadia Comaneci and the Secret Police explores Nadia’s complex and combustible relationship with her sometimes abusive coaches, Béla and Marta Károlyi, figures who would later become embroiled in the USA Gymnastics scandal. The book addresses Nadia’s mental struggles and 1978 suicide attempt, and her remarkable resurgence to gold at the Moscow Olympics in 1980. It explores the impact of Nadia’s subsequent withdrawal from international activity and reflects on burning questions surrounding the heart-stopping, border-hopping defection to the United States that she successfully undertook in November 1989. Was the defection organised by CIA agents? Was it arranged on the orders of President George Bush himself? Or was Nadia aided and abetted by some of the very Securitate officers who were meant to be watching the communist world’s most lauded sporting icon? What is revealed is a thrilling tale of endurance and escape, in which one of the world’s greatest gymnasts risked everything for freedom.

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Solve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone''s favourite detective club! These timeless stories are perfect for young fans of mystery, adventure or detective series. Also available in audiobook! It''s their first adventure and the Secret Seven super-sleuths are already on the trail of a mystery! The gang are dressed in disguise, following a lead to a spooky old house in the snow...Solve the mystery! Cover and inside illustrations are by the brilliant Tony Ross, illustrator of David Walliams''s books. The story was first published in 1949. This edition features the classic text and comes with a Bonus Blyton section at the back with quizzes, puzzles and other bonus extras! Enid Blyton ®, The Secret Seven ® and Enid Blyton''s signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder and Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.

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The true story of a foundling. ''Extraordinary ... A fascinating, moving book: part history of the Foundling Hospital and the development of child psychology, part Cowan''s own story, and part that of Cowan''s mother'' LUCY SCHOLES, TELEGRAPH Growing up in a wealthy enclave outside San Francisco, Justine Cowan''s life seems idyllic. But her mother''s unpredictable temper drives Justine from home the moment she is old enough to escape. It is only after her mother dies that she finds herself pulling at the threads of a story half-told - her mother''s upbringing in London''s Foundling Hospital. Haunted by this secret history, Justine travels across the sea and deep into the past to discover the girl her mother once was. Here, with the vividness of a true storyteller, she pieces together her mother''s childhood alongside the history of the Foundling Hospital: from its idealistic beginnings in the eighteenth century, how it influenced some of England''s greatest creative minds - from Handel to Dickens, its shocking approach to childcare and how it survived the Blitz only to close after the Second World War. This was the environment that shaped a young girl then known as Dorothy Soames, who was left behind by a mother forced by stigma and shame to give up her child; who withstood years of physical and emotional abuse, dreaming of escape as German bombers circled the skies, unaware all along that her own mother was fighting to get her back.The Secret Life of Dorothy Soames is a gripping memoir and revelatory investigation into the history of the Foundling Hospital and one girl who grew up in its care - the author''s own mother.Praise for The Secret Life of Dorothy Soames: ''As a social history of the Foundling Hospital, this is a fascinating read'' SUNDAY TIMES ''Page-turning and profoundly moving'' VIRGINIA NICHOLSON ''Part-memoir, part-detective story, The Secret Life Of Dorothy Soames will break your heart then piece it back together again ... Simultaneously exploring her mother''s story of escape and the history of the Foundling Hospital, this is an unforgettable read'' STYLIST ''A gripping true story'' CHRISTINA BAKER KLINE, bestselling author of ORPHAN TRAIN ''Breathtaking'' ADRIENNE BRODEUR, bestselling author of WILD GAME

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The next gloriously uplifting, escapist, historical read from ‘the queen of the contemporary Cornish novel’ GuardianAs one of the Navy''s most skilled mapmakers, Merry knows that lives depend on her work in the War Office. But when a family crisis draws her back to her beloved Cornwall, she finds herself working alongside Jake, an enigmatic American officer, on secret operations spanning the rugged coasts of Cornwall and Brittany which she knows so well.As rumours and suspicion swirl around her family, Merry is increasingly drawn to Jake, despite the defences she''s built around her heart. It''s a dangerous time to fall in love; the tides of war are rising and there is everything to lose…The award-winning author Liz Fenwick returns with a glorious, sweeping novel full of intrigue and passion.****Praise for The Secret Shore:''Arguably Liz Fenwick’s best book to date. Merry is a wonderful narrator… fascinating and complex… It’s beautifully researched and the life and landscape of the secret part of Cornwall around the Helford river gloriously evoked. What a pleasure to read!’ Rachel Hore‘The Secret Shore is such a wonderful, evocative novel, brimful of atmosphere and tension, with an unforgettable heroine… With her meticulous research and brilliant storytelling, Liz Fenwick has once again swept me away. What a treat!’ Jenny Ashcroft‘Feel-good and beautifully written’ Woman''A beautifully researched, romantic read full of mystery and atmosphere, I loved it'' Deborah Carr‘Liz Fenwick weaves intrigue and romance into this profound, luminous novel’ Woman’s Own‘Liz Fenwick has created a stirring tale of intrigue, passion and espionage, set in a corner of Cornwall she knows intimately, against the backdrop of WWII. The compelling and unusual love story at its heart… will sweep you away on dangerous tides’ Jane Johnson‘A gorgeous, sweeping novel, impeccably researched and threaded with mystery and romance’ Amanda Geard''A gripping, action-packed, love-filled odyssey… A must read this summer'' The Star

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Three lives converge as a wildly talented baker returns to Dove Pond to face her past in this entry in the charming series that proves that sometimes miracles really do happen...Ella Dove is an acclaimed baker whose desserts spark vivid, cherished memories in those who taste them. A restless soul, Ella goes wherever the wind takes her—but driven by a haunting dream, she’s coming home to Dove Pond. Years ago, her mentor, Angela Stewart Harrington, falsely accused Ella of stealing her beloved family recipe book, known as the Book of Cakes. Now, Ella believes it’s time for them to reconcile. Angela has her own share of amends to make. Her daughter Jules has never forgiven her for divorcing her father, and they’ve been estranged ever since. But just as Angela begins to hope that she and Jules might mend their tattered relationship, a miscommunication turns into a lie that could destroy everything. Meanwhile, Jules’s son Gray is shocked that Ella, his first love and his first heartbreak, has returned to Dove Pond. But even though he knows Ella is a wanderer and will soon leave, he’s unable to stop himself from falling for her once again. Can Gray find a way to convince Ella to give him, and their town, a serious chance? Or is he once again on the road to a broken heart? With so much at stake, Ella, Angela, and Gray must learn to accept each other—flaws and all—forgive the many mistakes of their pasts, and trust that love can, and will, always find a way. For fans of Alice Hoffman and Sarah Addison Allen, The Secret Recipe of Ella Dove is a delicious and magical read that will warm your heart and charm your senses.

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