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Limburg describes movingly her own struggles as a new mother and the pressure of society s expectations...Through such delicately intertwined experiences, Limburg quietly shouts for change. Times Literary SupplementIt seemed to me that many of the moments when my autism had caused problems, or at least marked me out as different, were those moments when I had come up against some unspoken law about how a girl or a woman should be, and failed to meet it.An autism diagnosis in midlife enabled Joanne Limburg to finally make sense of why her emotional expression, social discomfort and presentation had always marked her as an outsider. Eager to discover other women who had been misunderstood in their time, she writes a series of wide-ranging letters to four weird sisters from history, addressing topics including autistic parenting, social isolation, feminism, the movement for disability rights and the appalling punishments that have been meted out over centuries to those deemed to fall short of the norm. This heartfelt, deeply compassionate and wholly original work humanises women who have so often been dismissed for their differences, and will be celebrated by weird sisters everywhere.

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The spiritual successor to the popular Tales of the Weird anthology Queens of the Abyss, published in 2020. An anthology delivering one of the core missions of the Tales of the Weird series bringing unjustly forgotten authors of the genre back into the limelight. Featuring thorough notes by Mike Ashley on the fascinating lives and publishing hist

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Weirdness is inescapable, and no one does it better than Robin Ince. A superb book, celebrating the needed weirdness in us all - Chris Hadfield, astronaut and five-time bestselling author Tingles with the joy of being different. This book made me so happy - Chris Packham, naturalist and author of Fingers in the Sparkle JarA powerful, personal exploration of anxiety, ADHD and neurodiversity, Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal reminds us all ⠓ no matter how weird we feel ⠓ that it⠙s okay to be a little different. We all are. What if being a bit weird is actually entirely normal? What if sharing our internal struggles wasn⠙t a sign of weakness, but strength?For over thirty years, award-winning broadcaster and comedian Robin Ince has entertained thousands in person and on air. But underneath the surface, a whirlwind was at play ⠓ a struggle with sadness, concentration, self-doubt and near-constant anxiety. But then he discovered he had all the hallmarks of ADHD and his stumbling blocks became stepping stones.In Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal, Robin uses his own experiences to explore the neurodivergent experience and to ask what the point of ⠜being normal⠝ really is. Packed with personal insights, intimate anecdotes and interviews with psychologists, neuroscientists and many neurodivergent people he has met along the way, this is a quirky and witty dive into the world of human behaviour. This is a comforting hug of a book. Insightful, warm, funny and compassionate, it will make readers, whether neurotypical or neurodivergent, feel less alone - Laura Bates

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Blast off to the strangest places the universe has to offer with 300 unbelievable facts about all things space!Packed with amazing photos and quirky illustrations, the latest Weird But True! is truly out of this world!Did you know that some planets—like Saturn and Jupiter—have diamond rain?Or that black holes can “burp”?How about the fact that the newest toilet on the International Space Station cost NASA a cool $23 million?Weird But True! Space is a portable, browsable book full of mind-blowing facts—about everything from astronauts and moon missions to black holes and faraway galaxies to rockets and robot rovers. Incredible photos and wacky, colorful designs make every page pop.Can’t get enough Weird But True? There’s a whole universe of books to discover, including Weird But True! Dinosaurs, Weird But True! Ocean, Weird But True! Star Wars, Weird But True! Animals, and A LOT more!

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Dive into a collection jaw-dropping facts and mind-blowing information about our weird and wonderful world. This weird and wonderful fact book for children will teach them about all kinds of bizarre beasts, incredible places and peculiar phenomena. Did you know there s a plant that eats mice? Or that you can dip your toe in a rainbow-coloured river? Whether it s geography, people, places, animals, plants, or weather, 1,000 Amazing Weird Facts is the ideal book for curious young minds who are fascinated by our amazing planet. Children aged 9+ will love all these facts and more, presented either with jaw-dropping CGI illustrations or eye-popping photography - plus additional boxes feature diagrams that make information easy to understand. This mind-blowing fact book for children offers:- 1,000 jaw-dropping facts that will be sure to wow family and friends. - Striking CGI graphics, fun visual comparisons, and diagrams make stats and facts easy to understand.- Simple and easy to understand images explaining the science behind the weird and wonderful facts.Whether it s geography, people, places, animals, plants, or weather, 1,000 Amazing Weird Facts is the ideal book for curious young minds who are fascinated by our amazing planet. From fiery tornadoes flying across the sky to huge sinkholes eating up the earth, each example is illustrated with jaw-dropping images and handy fast facts that provide the explanations behind the stories. More in the SeriesIf you like 1,000 Amazing Weird Facts then why not complete the collection? Journey to the Jurassic era with 1,000 Amazing Dinosaur Facts and learn mind-boggling facts about the scariest animals ever to walk the Earth, or discover the secret science of everything icky and sticky with 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts.

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A lighthearted, thought-provoking—and yes, weird!—story about celebrating the different quirks we all have, from award-winning creators Victor D.O. Santos and Catarina Sobral Have you ever noticed that the world is full of weird people? Anywhere you go, there are those who dress unconventionally, have their own unique fears, pretend to be other people, and generally go about things in their own mysterious ways. In fact, one might even say that we’re all a little bit weird in our own little way! From award-winning picture book creators Victor D.O. Santos and Catarina Sobral, People Are Weird explores the different quirks we humans possess from the perspective of a child living out an average day. One thing becomes quickly evident: Not only is it normal to be weird, but it might even be weird to be normal . . .

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With more than 36 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! Gather around the campfire for some scary stories with A.J. and friends in this new My Weird School Special, featuring extra pages of puzzles, games, and more! A.J. and his friends are having a sleepover in the playground by Ella Mentry School. There’s a campfire with plenty of yummy marshmallows, weird songs, and twinkling stars—what could be better? Ryan, Alexia, Michael, Andrea, Neil, Emily, and A.J. each get a turn to make up a silly, scary story. But what’s that lurking in the woods? Could it be some kind of weird monster? Did the kids’ creepy tales awaken something truly terrifying?With Dan Gutman’s signature kid-friendly sense of humor and Jim Paillot’s fun illustrations, this is one weird and spooky special you won’t want to miss—featuring bonus trivia, games, puzzles, and more!

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Join Meso, an intrepid underwater robot, on its very first expedition to explore the ocean twilight zone, and meet all the weird, wild, and wonderful creatures that live there!Meet Meso, an underwater explorer robot, as it’s launched into the mysterious ocean twilight zone. In the cold, dark waters, Meso will discover all sorts of unusual and wonderful creatures, and learn that we’re all weird in our own ways … and that’s a very good thing! Where the Weird Things Are is inspired by the Mesobot project, a collaborative effort of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), Stanford University, and the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Mesobot uses cameras and lights to noninvasively follow ocean animals that inhabit the ocean’s depths, enabling biologists to study their behavior over extended periods for the first time ever! FUN AND FACT-FILLED: Written by award-winning deep-sea scientist Zoleka Filander and the team at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, this lovely story is packed with real information about life under the sea FASCINATING ANIMALS: Get an up close look at some of the strangest creatures in the sea, like the strawberry squid that glows pink, the anglerfish that has its own built-in flashlight, and the salps that clean up the ocean . . . with their poop WEIRD IS WONDERFUL: Just like each unique animal helps create a diverse and healthy underwater environment, young readers will learn that strangeness is strength, and while everyone is different, everyone belongs EXTENDED LEARNING: Includes an 8-page “Creature Feature” section filled with fascinating facts about the real-life Mesobot, the ocean twilight zone, and all the ocean animals encountered in the story TAKE THE QUIZ: Includes a link to the “Find Your Weird” quiz to discover which ocean creature is as wonderfully strange as you (visit keepitweird.us)

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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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Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Lucinda Riley⠙s iconic bestselling series, with this dazzling paperback edition of The Seven Sisters ⠓ with a new foreword from Lucinda s son, Harry Whittaker, and additional reading group material.The Seven Sisters is the story that began it all. An epic tale of love and loss, it tells the stories of the D⠙Aplièse sisters, all adopted as babies by the enigmatic billionaire they affectionately call Pa Salt. This is Maia⠙s story. When Pa Salt dies suddenly, the bereaved sisters gather together at their childhood home, a spectacular secluded castle on the shores of Lake Geneva. Each of them is handed a tantalising clue to their heritage and Maia finds herself on a journey across the world to a crumbling mansion in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Eighty years earlier, Izabela Bonifacio⠙s father has aspirations for her to marry into the aristocracy. But Izabela longs for adventure, and convinces him to allow her to first travel to Paris. In the heady, vibrant streets of the city, Izabela meets an ambitious young sculptor, and knows at once that her life will never be the same again.What links these two young women? In the beautiful city of Rio, will Maia find the answers she needs to understand who she truly is?The Seven Sisters is the first book in the spellbinding Seven Sisters series, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation. It is followed by The Storm Sister.

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“If you’re looking for a fun, thrilling read, look no further. The Bang-Bang Sisters is a rip-roaring delight of a novel – pulpy, fast-paced, and absolutely unputdownable.” – New York Times bestselling author Roxane GayFrom critically acclaimed author Rio Youers, an action-packed crime novel featuring three kick-ass heroines—bandmates who moonlight as vigilantes.Blood. Bullets. Rock and roll.Meet the Bang-Bang Sisters: Brea, Jessie, and Flo. Together, they’re a killer rock band with an unbreakable bond.But that’s only half the story. Offstage, they’re highly skilled vigilantes, traveling the country in their beaten-up tour van to exact justice on criminals who have slipped through the system. Part rock stars, part assassins, they’re a force to be reckoned with.Drawn by a tantalizing lead, the sisters head to Reedsville, Alabama—a city crawling with destitution and corruption—where they close in on a notorious serial killer known as “the wren.” But they soon discover that they have walked straight into a trap set by Chance Kotter, a ruthless mobster with a personal vendetta.Bruised and beaten, the sisters find themselves at the mercy of Chance and a sadistic game of survival that will pit them against each other: Forty-eight hours. One city. Three sisters. Only one of them can survive.Full of gripping action and shocking twists that come at a breakneck pace, The Bang-Bang Sisters is a relentless, edge-of-your-seat thrill ride that will leave you breathless.

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What exactly are the Weird and the Eerie? In this new essay, Mark Fisher argues that some of the most haunting and anomalous fiction of the 20th century belongs to these two modes. The Weird and the Eerie are closely related but distinct modes, each possessing its own distinct properties. Both have often been associated with Horror, yet this emphasis overlooks the aching fascination that such texts can exercise. The Weird and the Eerie both fundamentally concern the outside and the unknown, which are not intrinsically horrifying, even if they are always unsettling. Perhaps a proper understanding of the human condition requires examination of liminal concepts such as the weird and the eerie. These two modes will be analysed with reference to the work of authors such as H. P. Lovecraft, H. G. Wells, M.R. James, Christopher Priest, Joan Lindsay, Nigel Kneale, Daphne Du Maurier, Alan Garner and Margaret Atwood, and films by Stanley Kubrick, Jonathan Glazer and Christoper Nolan.

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With more than 35 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! The students of Ella Mentry School must figure out how to celebrate some weird-but-real holidays in this My Weird School Special from New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot.Winter break is over, and it s another five months until summer vacation. A.J. and his friends aren t looking forward to school starting back up, but they re even less excited when Dr.Carbles, president of the Board of Education, cancels ALL school holidays. No Presidents Day, no Memorial Day, and forget about any snow days!Morale is down, but Mrs. Roopy, the librarian, has a trick up her sleeve.Instead of celebrating traditional holidays, the school will celebrate real holidays that no one has ever heard of! Will the kids be able to save the year with their fun festivities, or will Dr. Carbles s antiholiday agenda win out?Dan Gutman s signature kid-friendly sense of humor and Jim Paillot s fun illustrations are perfectly blended in this weird holiday special you won t want to miss featuring bonus wacky holidays, games, puzzles, and more!

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A promise to stay together. An unbreakable bond. A fierce will to survive. From international bestselling author Heather Morris comes the breath-taking conclusion to The Tattooist of Auschwitz trilogy. When they are girls, Cibi, Magda and Livia make a promise to their father - that they will stay together, no matter what. Years later, at just 15 years old, Livia is ordered to Auschwitz by the Nazis. Cibi, only 19 herself, remembers their promise and follows Livia, determined to protect her sister, or die with her. In their hometown in Slovakia, 17-year-old Magda hides, desperate to evade the barbaric Nazi forces. But it is not long before she is captured and condemned to Auschwitz. In the horror of the death camp, these three beautiful sisters are reunited. Though traumatised by their experiences, they are together. They make another promise: that they will live. Their fight for survival takes them from the hell of Auschwitz, to a death march across war-torn Europe and eventually home to Slovakia, now under iron Communist rule. Determined to begin again, they embark on a voyage of renewal, to the new Jewish homeland, Israel. Rich in vivid detail, and beautifully told, Three Sisters will break your heart, but leave you amazed and uplifted by the courage and fierce love of three sisters, whose promise to each other kept them alive. Two of the sisters are in Israel today, surrounded by family and friends. They have chosen Heather Morris to reimagine their story in her astonishing new novel, Three Sisters.

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“Compulsively readable, Drop Dead Sisters is perfect for readers who love shows like Bad Sisters and Dead to Me. A mystery about three estranged sisters who accidentally kill someone? Yes, please.” —Mindy KalingThree sisters reunite on a family vacation and rekindle their relationship the only way they know how—by covering each other’s tracks in a real-life murder mystery not even they can figure out.Remi Finch has spent the better part of her adult life avoiding family—especially her sisters. They just don’t click. Besides, her unconventional upbringing and major anxiety have convinced Remi that she can’t build a relationship with anyone. Period.When her parents plan a family reunion camping trip to celebrate their anniversary, Remi’s willing to reconnect, if only because she doesn’t have a choice. But then a dead body turns up at their campsite, and their sisterly bonding kicks into high gear.No one knows the whole story, but the Finch women are prepared to cover up the pieces before anyone tries to put them together. It’s a precautionary measure, probably unnecessary. Nobody else was there, so how could they have seen anything?Between old grudges and new dynamics, a handsome park ranger, and a body that won’t stay hidden, Remi is about to learn that nothing strengthens family ties quite like crime.

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Beacons of support, understanding, and love, sisters are there for us through it all - childhood, the formative teenage years, and, if we re lucky, through adulthood. But how often do we step back from our busy lives to acknowledge what they truly mean to us? Sisters everywhere deserve to feel that love. In Sisters Loved and Treasured: Stories of Unbreakable Bonds, award-winning ABC News journalist and New York Times bestselling author Deborah Roberts curates a giftable collection of conversations, meditations, and anecdotes from her own sisters, celebrity friends and everyday people alike who share deeply personal accounts of how their relationships as sisters shaped their lives.

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Hudební CD -....čtyři hlasy, čtyři srdce, čtyři přístupy jak uchopit melodii, rytmus, náladu a vytvořit hudbu. Ženská vokální skupina Yellow Sisters prochází svým zpěvem s lehkostí napříč žánry. ....čtyři hlasy, čtyři srdce, čtyři přístupy jak uchopit melodii, rytmus, náladu a vytvořit hudbu. Ženská vokální skupina Yellow Sisters prochází svým zpěvem s lehkostí napříč žánry soulu, funky, r'n'b, world music, jazzu i reggae. Yellow Sisters jsou zvukovými iluzionistkami. Singalana je první album Yellow Sisters, které zachycuje žánrovou a invenční pestrost a cappella skupiny a svou koncepcí dává nahlédnout do jednoho dne z pohledu čtyř žen. Od východu slunce a rozkvětu snové květiny Singalany přes poezií a písněmi vyprávěné všední i nevšední zážitky, až po večerní zábavu a spočinutí. A Singalana může být i hvězdou na nočním nebi.... Seznam stop Singalana / Vítr / Bzum / Revolution / Do me / Free To Do / Tapalapa / Jamale / Back To The Roots / Sweet Man

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After losing their beloved mother, the Devlin sisters need each other more than ever. Single parent Louise is trying to help her fragile young daughter to navigate life. So, when the nine-year-old insists on finding out who her father is, Louise organizes a sisters’ outing to track down her Italian one-night stand.Meanwhile, due to her teenage sons’ sporting success, mother-of-four Julie is anointed Cook-Bottlewasher-and-Cheerleader-in-Chief for the rugby parents’ WhatsApp group. Worst. Job.EverFinally, glamorous Sophie is determined that her daughter Jess won’t be boy-crazy and image-obsessed like she was. But when things go horribly wrong at a teen party, Sophie and her sisters are forced to take drastic measures to protect Jess’s future. Squeezed from every side, Louise, Julie and Sophie want to be good sisters – but sometimes that’s easier said than done . . .

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The first book by iconic zine creators and cultural phenomenon Weird Walk. This is a superbly designed guide to Britain s strange and ancient places, to standing stones and pagan rituals, and to the process of re-enchantment via weird walking.

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Penguin Weird Fiction: a celebration of the very best of the weird, a store of novels and tales that for generations have delighted and horrified. Sometime around the turn of the twentieth century, something happened, something... weird. In the dark halls of ivy-clad manors, in the ancient woodland escapes of New England, a generation of authors were inspired to radically reinterpret the horror and fantasy writing of the past. From the terrible plagues of Edgar Allan Poe to the religious terror of May Sinclair and on to the awful, tentacle-faced mythos of H.P. Lovecraft, this anthology celebrates the very best of this writing, a collection of brilliant tales that for generations have delighted and horrified. â ˜Escape from the prison-house of the known and the real into those enchanted lands of incredible adventure and infinite possibilities which dreams open up to us, and which things like deep woods, fantastic urban towers, and flaming sunsets momentarily suggest . . .â ™ H.P. Lovecraft

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Fame comes at a price...The Griffin Sisters had the world at their feet, catapulted to stardom in the early 00 s before they become one of rock music s greatest mysteries:Zoe, effortlessly gorgeous, who loved the fans and the fame, dancing under the lights while her sister 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. It s two decades since The Griffin Sisters broke up. Zoe s a wife and mother, living in suburbia, occasionally recognised by a nostalgic fan. No one knows where Cassie is.The sisters haven t spoken in years.Now, despite her mum s warnings, Zoe 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 - and themselves? And will the Griffin Sisters ever make music again?

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This guide to U.S. politics features surprising stories, hidden history, and clear explanations of how our government works—plus loads of weird but true facts!Why is the president called the commander-in-chief ? And did you know that during a filibuster senators can talk about whatever they want? They have read the phone book, a recipe for fried oysters, and even Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss!In this next WBT Know-It-All, readers dive deep into the U.S. Capitol to uncover everything they need to know about our government—how things get done, who is who, and why things are the way they are.After reading this book, kids will walk away with a wealth of practical knowledge about our government, including the roles of each branch and how things get done. From the Senate to the Supreme Court and everything in between, readers will learn if a vote in Washington, D.C., really “counts,” how the two-party system got started, how many representatives each state has and why, and more. They’ll also be wowed by a ton of weird but true information, like funny laws in some states—in one, it’s illegal to kill Bigfoot!—how members of Congress ride their own mini-subways under the Capitol, and the surprising secrets of the dollar bill!Jam-packed with photos, illustrations, fun facts and info, the Weird But True Know-it-all series is the anything-but-boring way to boost your brain!

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WARNING: after reading this book, you ll never look at the sea the same way again!What does the sea make you think of? Crashing waves, crumbling sandcastles . . . maybe a squawking seagull or two? Well how about . . .Ghost ships! Mega sharks! The Bermuda triangle! Zombie starfish! Psychic sea serpents! And don t even get us started on something called the Hot Tub of Despair . . .You see, the sea is actually weird. Really weird. Not only is it full of amazing creatures and mini monsters, some of the world s most mind-blowing myths and legends revolve around the sea too.So what are you waiting for? Get ready to dive in and discover some of the incredible secrets of our weird, wonderful and totally wild oceans.This quirky collection of the sea s strangest facts is perfect for curious kids aged 5â “7.

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Enjoy more than 100 extraordinary stories of unusual species, behaviours, and objects all told by author Ben Hoare.Why do Mexican jumping beans jump? How do sea cucumbers defend themselves? What causes the northern lights? This book is filled with facts about the most surprising and curious plants, animals, rocks, and phenomena in nature.Children aged 7-9 can read stories of more than one hundred unique animals, plants and phenomena and learn about the weird and wonderful side of the natural world. Weird and Wonderful Nature is the third installment of the DK Treasure s series, exploring the many bizarre animals and plants that are uniquely adapted to their way of life.This fascinating nature book for kids offers: - Facts from a range of topics, from animals to plants and rocks to natural phenomena, that are guaranteed to wow adults and children alike.- Large photographs that show each species or item in incredible detail, with diagrams help to support understanding.- A gold foil cover and beautiful illustrations, making this book an ideal gift for young nature lovers.In Weird and Wonderful Nature, Ben Hoare s friendly, informative explanations are paired with photographs and charming illustrations to make sure every page captivates the imagination, while a glossary and index help to navigate the chapters.The third title by best selling author Ben Hoare, after Nature s Treasures and The Secret World of Plants, this is the ideal gift book series that will be treasured for years to come.More in the SeriesWeird and Wonderful Nature is part of DK s Treasure s series. Complete the series and inspire your child s curiosity in natural world with Nature s Treasures, or bring out their inner botanist with The Secret World of Plants.

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Classic stories from Greek mythology come to life in this latest single-subject themed book in the Weird But True spin-off series, Know-It-All.Zeus, Hades, Aphrodite, Hera, Poseidon, Hercules, Achilles, Ares, Apollo, Athena, Artemis, Dionysus, Prometheus! Fans of Rick Riordan will find this is the perfect companion book to dive a little deeper into the incredible stories from Greek mythology. Weird-but-true facts accompanied by lush original full-color art cover everything kids need to know about all their favorite Greek gods, heroes, monsters, quests, muses, and famous philosophers. From who gave mankind fire to famous fatal flaws to who stood guard at the Underworld, this book includes all the iconic Greek myths and key characters--and then goes one wonderfully weird step beyond.

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With more than 11 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In the first My Weird School book ever, second-grade teacher Miss Daisy is in over her head. She doesn t even know how to add or subtract! But the kids have other things on their minds. Principal Klutz has promised that if they read a million pages in books, they can turn the school into a video-game arcade for one whole night! Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman s insanely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don t miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang.

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Machen s weird tales of the creepy and fantastic finally come to Penguin Classics. With an introduction from S.T. Joshi, editor of AMERICAN SUPERNATURAL TALES, THE WHITE PEOPLE AND OTHER WEIRD STORIES is the perfect introduction to the father of weird fiction. The title story The White People is an exercise in the bizarre leaving the reader disoriented and on edge. From the first page, Machen turns even fundamental truths upside-down, as his character Ambrose explains, there have been those who have sounded the very depths of sin, who all their lives have never done an ill deed setting the stage for a tale entirely without logic --

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There are secrets hidden beneath the ice . . . bring the magic home in the fourth instalment of the bestselling Pinch of Magic Adventures, from the award-winning author Michelle Harrison. When the Widdershins sisters and Granny are called away in deepest winter to look after cousin Clarissa, it doesnâ ™t take long for adventure â “ or trouble â “ to find them. The town of Wilderness has plenty to explore with its frozen lake and winter market, as well as being haunted by a doomed highwayman and his secret love. But the legends are true and seeing a ghostly figure one night, the girls realise that Granny is in terrible danger. As an icy storm rages, the race to save her begins â “ can the sisters lay Wildernessâ ™s ghosts to rest before another soul is claimed?Discover the fourth spellbinding Pinch of Magic adventure from Michelle Harrison, winner of the Waterstones Children s Book Prize. Read all of the Widdershins sisters adventures with A Pinch of Magic, A Sprinkle of Sorcery and A Tangle of Spells.Praise for the Pinch of Magic Adventures â ˜A spellbinding story, steeped in magic. I adored it.â ™ Abi Elphinstoneâ ˜Brilliantâ ™ Emma Carrollâ ˜What a gorgeous, funny, creepy, page-turny story! If youâ ™re yet to discover the Widdershins sisters books, youâ ™re in for a TREAT!â ™ Lucy Strangeâ ˜A stunner. Such great writing!â ™ Peter Bunzl â ˜I love Michelle Harrison - I hadnâ ™t read much fantasy but this series hooked me! Brilliant writing, beautiful!â ™ Lisa Thompson â ˜Simply phenomenalâ ™ Sophie Anderson â ˜The wry enchantment of an E. Nesbit classicâ ™ Guardian â ˜Fantasy and adventure appear on every page of this spellbinding taleâ ™ Daily Mail

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Tender, vivid and achingly sad GUARDIAN, BOOK OF THE YEARTWO SISTERS publishes on the 30th anniversary of Blake Morrison⠙s ground-breaking book And When Did You Last See Your Father? which forged the way for a new genre of confessional memoir.⠘She⠙s gone, that⠙s all, and though there⠙s no retrieving her I⠙d like to make sense of who she was and what she became. It wasn⠙t just that she changed over time. She could change from day to day. Drink made it worse but the origins went deeper. You never knew which you⠙d get, the kind and loving Gill or her doppelgänger. Two sisters.⠙Blake Morrison has lost a sister and a half-sister in recent years. Both are the subjects of this remarkable and heart-breaking memoir, along with a forensic examination of sibling relationships in history and literature.Blake⠙s sister Gill struggled with alcoholism for a large part of her life, and her shocking death is the starting point for Two Sisters. Blake returns to their childhood to search for the origins of her later difficulties, and in doing so unearths the story behind his half-sister, Josie.As he unravels these narratives, Blake deals movingly in the guilt and shame that will be familiar to every person who has struggled with addiction in their family. He is unflinching in doing so, and the result is a book which provides testament to that common struggle, as well as acknowledging the complex, hidden forces on which all our lives are based.Two Sisters is the extraordinary new memoir from the chronicler of human frailty, Blake Morrison.

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With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! It’s time to catch a leprechaun in this holiday-themed My Weird School Special from New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot. A.J. and the gang are celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day with all the classic activities. But when A.J. spots a little man dressed head-to-toe in green sneaking around, it can only mean one thing: a real-life leprechaun! And one that’s wreaking havoc all around the school!Will the Ella Mentry School kids be able to catch the leprechaun before he causes even more trouble? With Dan Gutman’s signature kid-friendly sense of humor and Jim Paillot’s fun illustrations, this is one weird Saint Patrick’s Day special you won’t want to miss—featuring bonus trivia, games, puzzles, and more!

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THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERNew York Times bestselling author Alan Paul s in-depth narrative look at the Allman Brothers most successful album, and a portrait of an era in rock and roll and American history.The Allman Brothers Band’s Brothers and Sisters was not only the band’s bestselling album, at over seven million copies sold, but it was also a powerfully influential release, both musically and culturally, one whose influence continues to be profoundly felt.Celebrating the album’s fiftieth anniversary, Brothers and Sisters the book delves into the making of the album, while also presenting a broader cultural history of the era, based on first-person interviews, historical documents, and in-depth research.Brothers and Sisters traces the making of the template-shaping record alongside the stories of how the Allman Brothers came to the rescue of a flailing Jimmy Carter presidential campaign and helped get the former governor of Georgia elected president; how Gregg Allman’s marriage to Cher was an early harbinger of an emerging celebrity media culture; and how the band’s success led to internal fissures. The book also examines the Allman Brothers relationship with the Grateful Dead—including the most in-depth reporting ever on the Summer Jam at Watkins Glen, the largest rock festival ever—and describes how they inspired bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd, helping create the southern rock genre.With exclusive access to hundreds of hours of never-before-heard interviews with every major player, including Dickey Betts and Gregg Allman, conducted by Allman Brothers Band archivist, photographer, and “Tour Mystic” Kirk West, Brothers and Sisters is an honest assessment of the band’s career, history, and highs and lows.

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Hudební CD - Vokální dívčí kvartet Yellow Sisters je zpět v dalším pokračování jejich legendárního Zvěřince. Již třetí díl přináší dalších 13 veselých i skočných písniček, které si zazpívají jak nejmenší ratolesti, starší sourozenci, tak i jejich rodiče. Vokální dívčí kvartet Yellow Sisters je zpět v dalším pokračování jejich legendárního Zvěřince. Již třetí díl přináší dalších 13 veselých i skočných písniček, které si zazpívají jak nejmenší ratolesti, starší sourozenci, tak i jejich rodiče . Yellow Sisters zní opět v doprovodu dnes už stálého hosta beatboxera a zpěváka Honzy Melichara. „Žluté sestřičky” navíc zvolily speciálního průvodce a tím je pro tuto nahrávku hudební nástroj ukulele. Rok vydání : 2021 Seznam stop CD Plch / Chleba se sádlem / Molly / Amazonie / Lucifer / Veš, pes a slepice / Noční monstra / Dokolala / Berta / Slunečná / Maringotka / Meluzína / Čundr

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The phenomenal new novel of resilience and survival from bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Heather Morris. In the midst of WWII, an English mother, Norah, places her eight-year-old daughter Sally on a ship leaving Malaya, desperate to keep her safe from the Japanese army as they move down through the Pacific, swiftly overrunning the Allied forces. Norah then flees, knowing she may never see her child again.In Singapore, a Welsh-Australian nurse, Nesta, has enlisted to tend to Allied troops. But as the island falls to the Japanese she joins the terrified cargo of people, including the heartbroken Norah, crammed aboard the Vyner Brooke merchant ship. Only two days later, they are bombarded from the air off the coast of Indonesia, and in a matter of hours, the Vyner Brooke lies broken on the seabed.After surviving a brutal 24 hours in the sea, Nesta and Norah reach the beaches of an Indonesian island, only to be captured by the Japanese and held in one of their notorious Prisoner of War camps. The camps are places of starvation and brutality, where disease runs rampant. Sisters in arms, Norah and Nesta fight side by side every day, helping whoever they can, and discovering in themselves and each other extraordinary reserves of courage, resourcefulness and determination.Sisters under the Rising Sun is a story of women in war: a novel of sisterhood, bravery and friendship in the darkest of circumstances, from the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Cilka s Journey and Three Sisters.

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A gothic masterpiece. You can t stop reading iNEWS Something unspeakable has happened to sisters July and September. Desperate for a fresh start, their mother Sheela moves them across the country to an old family house that has a troubled life of its own. Noises come from behind the walls. Lights flicker of their own accord. Sleep feels impossible, dreams are endless. In their new, unsettling surroundings, July finds that the fierce bond she s always had with September - forged with a blood promise when they were children - is beginning to change in ways she cannot understand. Taut, transfixing and profoundly moving, Sisters explodes with the fury and joy of adolescence. It is a story of sibling love and sibling envy that fans of Shirley Jackson and Stephen King will devour. Daisy Johnson is one of the best writers in this country ... an astonishing stylist. Sisters is a thumping good book, haunting, visceral and potent. Max Porter, author of Grief is the Thing with Feathers A haunting, emotionally acute novel with a terrific twist. Daily Mail

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THEIR STORY WILL BREAK YOUR HEARTTHEIR JOURNEY WILL FILL YOU WITH HOPEYOU WILL NEVER FORGET THEIR NAMESWhen they are little girls, Cibi, Magda and Livia make a promise to their father - that they will stay together, no matter what. Years later, at just 15, Livia is ordered to Auschwitz by the Nazis. Cibi, only 19 herself, remembers their promise and follows Livia, determined to protect her sister, or die with her. Together, they fight to survive through unimaginable cruelty and hardship.Magda, only 17, stays with her mother and grandfather, hiding out in a neighbour s attic or in the forest when the Nazi militia come to round up friends, neighbours and family. She escapes for a time, but eventually she too is captured and transported to the death camp.In Auschwitz-Birkenau the three sisters are reunited and, remembering their father, they make a new promise, this time to each other: That they will survive.Three Sisters is a beautiful story of hope in the hardest of times and of finding love after loss. Heather Morris is the global bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and Cilka s Journey, which have sold eight million copies worldwide. Three Sisters is her third novel, and the final piece in the phenomenon that is the Tattooist of Auschwitz series.

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There is no living author who writes about the intricacies of family life quite like Sinéad Claudia Carroll⠘A great read, I highly recommend it⠙ Claire Byrne Fans of Sinéad know they can expect honesty, humour and great story-telling Hello⠘Moriarty captures the intricacies of contemporary family life with flawed, relatable characters in a heartfelt and humorous tale.⠙ Christina Hession, Sunday Independent Moriarty has perfected the fine dance between light and shade, turning some of the most substantial and challenging of life s realities into compelling, companionable reads Irish Independent---After losing their beloved mother, the Devlin sisters need each other more than ever. Single parent Louise is trying to help her fragile young daughter to navigate life. So, when the nine-year-old insists on finding out who her father is, Louise organizes a sisters⠙ outing to track down her Italian one-night stand. Meanwhile, due to her teenage sons⠙ sporting success, mother-of-four Julie is anointed Cook-Bottlewasher-and-Cheerleader-in-Chief for the rugby parents⠙ WhatsApp group. Worst. Job. EverFinally, glamorous Sophie is determined that her daughter Jess won⠙t be boy-crazy and image-obsessed like she was. But when things go horribly wrong at a teen party, Sophie and her sisters are forced to take drastic measures to protect Jess⠙s future. Squeezed from every side, Louise, Julie and Sophie want to be good sisters ⠓ but sometimes that⠙s easier said than done . . .

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Fasten your seat belts for some unexpected turbulence ahead, as Jaundice and Kale Bland are back for their final unintentional adventure! Now that they’ve returned from the Uncanny Valley to find their home in Dullsville in absolute shambles, the sisters are rescued by high-flying aviatrix Beatrix Airdale. This time, they’re jetting off (literally) to Egypt to uncover the mysteries of a magical scarab. By way of Casablanca and after foiling multiple attacks along the way (thanks to Jaundice’s nautical knot-tying skills and Kale’s super-sleuth powers of observation), the Bland Sisters are reunited with their parents. But it turns out that Mom and Dad aren’t as bland—or as “Bland”—as Jaundice and Kale remember. Thanks to their mother’s old archeology notebook, the Bland Sisters uncover their parents’ real identities and help them achieve victory in one final, family-filled adventure.

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PRE-ORDER NOW! The new novel from the Queen of Romantic Comedy, Catherine Alliott Her writing is both intelligent and sparkling MARIAN KEYES â ˜Alliott is always an absolute joy to readâ ™ VERONICA HENRY ----------------------------------------------Annabel loves her sisters. But when their mother decides to sell her leafy London home and divide her time - and the money - between her three daughters, their bond is tested.Strident Clarissa wants to restore her ramshackle farm. Glamorous Ginnie, her stately country pile.Only Annabel is questioning their motherâ ™s motives for the move.But her sisters are far more interested in why Annabel remains single -- even though the perfect man could be sitting right under her nose. With their mother acting increasingly strangely, Annabel uncovers a long-hidden secret, one which could change everything she believed about her family history. Will delving into the past risk the love of her sisters? Or should she follow their advice and make finding love her priority?

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‘Missing Roald Dahl? Need a book where bad kids are just bad and they get their comeuppance? This is the book for you.’ –  Read and ReviewedAbsurdly enjoyable dark adventure about a boy s mission to stop his evil sisters terrorising the townIndigo McCloud’s sister Peaches is every adult s favourite child: pretty, golden-haired, polite and charming. But the children of Blunt know better: Peaches and her three sisters are a gang of bullies who will stop at nothing to get their way.This is the story of Indigo’s battle to stop his sisters. Leaping across the rooftops of Blunt, he tries to keep one step ahead of their wicked schemes –but he has to tangle with 437 hungry geese, an avalanche of toilets, curry farts, bungling policemen, vicious eels, a pig in a witch s hat, a three legged spider with a toilet brush and a dangerous villain in odd socks …

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Join Kyra and her sisters as they fight the mysterious forces of the forest, and the challenges of drifting apart with age. Perfect for fans of The Babysitters Club graphic novels and transitional readers aging out of Hilda.Harvey Award nominee for Best Book of 2022! A magical, moving celebration of sisterly bonds. —Kirkus Reviews“A sweet story that explores the changing relationships between siblings wrapped in a beautiful fantasy world. A solid read both for those coping with puberty as well as with their younger siblings.”—School Library Journal In swirling, bold-hued panels, animator Spaaij conjures a liminal space as Margot hovers on the brink of a mystical womanhood in this alluringly high-pitched drama. —Publishers Weekly Beautiful, funny and atmospheric, using magic to capture the shifts in sibling dynamics as an eldest sister becomes a teenager. Full of personality and life. —Gillian Goerz, Author of the Shirley and Jamila series It’s not often my kids fight over books but I had to referee turns over this, always the sign of an intriguing book right? —Kids Lit is Lit Frygea Forest... An ancient and mystical place where trolls lurk in the mossy spaces between tree trunks and changelings scamper about, causing mischief. A place that Kyra and her sisters Margot and Janna return to every year to spend the summer at their grandma’s farm: roasting marshmallows, catching frogs and befriending tiny, grumpy root goblins.But this summer is different, and as teenage Margot drifts apart from her sisters, slamming doors and keeping secrets, Kyra starts to worry. When Margot is enticed into the woods by the mysterious figures in the mist, Kyra resolves to do everything in her power to save her sister from danger, even if that means facing the spooky forces within Frygea Forest with just her kid sister for help.In this lively coming-of-age graphic novel, you’ll never have to let go of the imagination that keeps you young. And if you’re careful, and ever so quiet, you might spot a root goblin marching along the ground, or a glittering alf darting amongst the leaves...Readers ages 9-12 familar with Sorceline and the Hooky graphic novel will enjoy getting lost in the whimsical and witchy elements of this fantastical world brought to life by debut creator Marlyn Spaaij.

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⠘Comfort reading at its best, all wrapped up in a tartan ribbon. Sarah Morgan will make your Christmas!⠙ Veronica Henry* * * * *Join Sarah Morgan this Christmas and treat yourself to this feel-good festive read about mothers and daughters, romance and drama, and Christmastime in Scotland!It⠙s not what⠙s under the Christmas tree, but who⠙s around it that matters most.All Suzanne McBride wants for Christmas is her three daughters happy and at home. But when sisters Posy, Hannah and Beth return to their family home in the Scottish Highlands, old tensions and buried secrets start bubbling to the surface.Suzanne is determined to create the perfect family Christmas, but the McBrides must all face the past and address some home truths before they can celebrate together . . .This Christmas indulge in some me-time and enjoy this uplifting and heart-warming story from international bestseller Sarah Morgan. Full of romance, laughter and sisterly drama, The Christmas Sisters is the perfect book to curl up with this festive season.* * * * *What readers are saying about The Christmas Sisters:⠘Perfect to snuggle up with in front of a fire with a mug of hot chocolate⠙⠘Practically perfect in every way!⠙⠘Likeable characters, the dialogue was spot on and it s all wrapped up in the wonderful Scottish Highlands setting⠙⠘It s warm and cuddly and cosy ⠓ perfect switch-off, feel-good reading⠙

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The literary masterpieces of the three Brontë sisters in one volume: Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.This handsome leather-bound edition includes the most acclaimed novels of each of the Brontë sisters: Charlotte’s Jane Eyre, Emily’s Wuthering Heights, and Anne’s The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. Originally published under male pseudonyms in the 1840s, these three novels later helped give rise to the feminist literary movement of the late nineteenth century, in which women’s perspectives became more accepted by the mainstream reading public. A scholarly introduction provides an overview of the sisters’ childhood in northern England, their literary influences, and their enduring legacy.

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The Sunday Times Bestseller and #1 international bestseller A moving and bittersweet story Sun Keeping My Sisterâ ™s Secrets by Beezy Marsh is the heartwarming true story of three sisters and their fearless fight to survive the hardships of poverty and war - by whatever means necessary.Born into a close-knit working class family in the slums of Londonâ ™s Waterloo, Eva, Peggy and Kathleen are three remarkably different, but very loving sisters. Desperate to escape their violent father, they find different ways to survive. Beautiful Kathleen escapes into marriage with an abusive man, and during the horrors of the Second World War, falls in love again - this time with an American GI. Peggy, serious and studious, is appalled by conditions in the factories and becomes a communist, desperate to help her fellow workers. The rebellious sister, Eva, will do anything to protect her family - even if it means breaking the law to put dinner on the table.Living closely together, the sisters support each other through thick and thin - their story is a moving tale of unconditional love, the one constant in a changing world.

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Do you believe in fairies? Join Tinker Bellâ ™s sisters on a magical adventure.Inspired by Tinker Bell, from the book Peter Pan, by J. M. BarrieBefore Tinker Bell flew to Never Land and met Peter Pan she lived on Sheepskerry Island with her fairy sisters â “ Clara, Lily, Rosie, Silver and Squeak the baby. The young fairies go to fairy school and love tea parties, dressing up and exciting adventures.Lilyâ ™s dressing-up dreams have come true â “ sheâ ™s going to Queen Titania s annual fancy-dress competition. Sheâ ™s always dreamed of meeting the fashionable town fairies on the mainland, and nowâ ™s her chance!But not everywhere is like Sheepskerry Island, and some fairies are less friendly than others. Without her Fairy Bell sisters to help her, Lilyâ ™s adventure spells trouble. How can she turn a dressing-up disaster into a prize-winning success?Young readers will love the enchanting stories and beautiful illustrations in this charming new series.

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The No.1 bestselling novel from one of Ireland s most loved writers!With the threat of the First World War looming, tension simmers under the surface of Ireland. Bright, beautiful and intelligent, the Gifford sisters Grace, Muriel and Nellie kick against the conventions of their privileged, wealthy Anglo-Irish background and their mother Isabella s expectations.As War erupts across Europe, the spirited sisters soon find themselves caught up in Ireland s struggle for freedom.Muriel falls deeply in love with writer Thomas MacDonagh, artist Grace meets the enigmatic Joe Plunkett - both leaders of The Rising - while Nellie joins The Citizen Army and takes up arms to fight alongside Countess Markievicz in the rebellion. On Easter Monday 1916, the Rising begins, and the world of the Gifford sisters and everyone they hold dear is torn apart in a fight that is destined for tragedy.____________ Engrossing Sunday Times Marvellous ... A gripping read Irish Independent Finally, women are being written back into the history of [Ireland s] awakening Irish Mail on Sunday

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Gripping, heartbreaking and uplifting. Christy Lefteri, author of the million-copy bestseller The Beekeeper of AleppoTHEIR STORY WILL BREAK YOUR HEARTTHEIR JOURNEY WILL FILL YOU WITH HOPEYOU WILL NEVER FORGET THEIR NAMESWhen they are little girls, Cibi, Magda and Livia make a promise to their father - that they will stay together, no matter what. Years later, at just 15, Livia is ordered to Auschwitz by the Nazis. Cibi, only 19 herself, remembers their promise and follows Livia, determined to protect her sister, or die with her. Together, they fight to survive through unimaginable cruelty and hardship. Magda, only 17, stays with her mother and grandfather, hiding out in a neighbour s attic or in the forest when the Nazi militia come to round up friends, neighbours and family. She escapes for a time, but eventually she too is captured and transported to the death camp. In Auschwitz-Birkenau the three sisters are reunited and, remembering their father, they make a new promise, this time to each other: That they will survive. Three Sisters is a beautiful story of hope in the hardest of times and of finding love after loss. Heather Morris is the global bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and Cilka s Journey, which have sold eight million copies worldwide. Three Sisters is her third novel, and the final piece in the phenomenon that is the Tattooist of Auschwitz series. The Tattooist of Auschwitz is a #3 Sunday Times bestseller from 5 May 2024

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Can books conduct electricity? My children are just climbing your bookshelves: that s ok... isn t it? A John Cleese Twitter question [ What is your pet peeve? ], first sparked the Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops blog, which grew over three years into one bookseller s collection of ridiculous conversations on the shop floor. From Did Beatrix Potter ever write a book about dinosaurs? to the hunt for a paperback which could forecast the next year s weather; and from I ve forgotten my glasses, please read me the first chapter to Excuse me... is this book edible? This full-length collection illustrated by the Brothers McLeod also includes top Weird Things from bookshops around the world.

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Once I thought I glimpsed her high up in a bush, like dirty rags in a gale. Not that so far there has been any gale, or even any wind. The total silent stillness is one of the worst things.Yes, it is a battle with strong and unknown forces that I have on my hands.From the shorelines, hills and towns of ancient lands, tales of twisted creatures, sins against nature and pagan revenants have been passed down from generation to generation. In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, folklore from Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Cornwall, Brittany and the Isle of Man inspired a new strain of strange short stories, penned by writers of the weird and fantastic including masters of the form such as Arthur Machen, Edith Wharton and Robert Aickman.In this volume, Johnny Mains dives into the archives to unearth a hoard of twenty-one enthralling tales imbued with elements of Celtic folklore, ranging from the 1820s to the 1980s and including three weird lost gems translated from Gaelic. Together they conjure uncanny visions of eternal forces, beings and traditions, resonating with the beguiling essence of this unique branch of strange fiction.

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Selected and introduced by Stephen Carver⠘The beauty of the scene was strangely uplifting. Yet, ever at the back of his thoughts, lay that other aspect of the wilderness: the indifference to human life, the merciless spirit of desolation which took no note of man.⠙ ⠓ The Wendigo ⠘Of the quality of Mr. Blackwood⠙s genius there can be no dispute ⠦ he is the one absolute and unquestioned master of weird atmosphere.⠙ ⠓ H.P. Lovecraft Algernon Blackwood (1869 ⠓ 1951) ⠓ ⠘The Ghost Man⠙ ⠓ was a British broadcaster, journalist, traveller, mystic, and paranormal investigator, and, above all, a prolific author of weird, occult, and supernatural fiction. Often, he wrote about the untamed wilderness, from deserts to vast, primeval forests, vividly depicting a natural environment that is at once awe-inspiring, alien and hostile. Many of Blackwood⠙s most famous tales ⠓ such as The Wendigo and ⠘The Willows⠙ (both included in this collection) ⠓ are set in the empty places of the world. Like his psychic detective ⠘John Silence⠙, Blackwood was fascinated by elemental spirits, reincarnation, other dimensions, and higher states of consciousness. Wherever such things broke through, he sought them out, and now so can you in this comprehensive collection of his short fiction. As Blackwood explained himself: ⠘I believe it possible for our consciousness to change and grow, and that with this change we may become aware of a new universe.⠙Contents:IntroductionNote on the TextBibliographyWorks by Algernon BlackwoodFurther ReadingA Haunted Island A Case of Eavesdropping The Empty House Keeping His Promise Smith: An Episode in a Lodging House The Listener Max Hensig ⠓ Bacteriologist and Murderer: A Story of New YorkThe Willows The Insanity of Jones The Woman⠙s Ghost Story A Psychical InvasionThe Nemesis of Fire Secret Worship Entrance and ExitThe Sea FitThe Wendigo The Deferred AppointmentThe DamnedA Descent into EgyptTransitionThe DecoyThe Wolves of GodConfessionThe Man Who Was MilliganThe Doll Appendix: Explorers⠙ Ghost Stories

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Take an astonishing, amusing, and charmingly unconventional tour through the curious everyday lives of humans past. No need to spend the day at an archaeological dig when you can simply make a cup of tea, clamber into your comfiest chair, and settle in with The Encyclopedia of the Weird and Wonderful, a compilation of 92 funny, strange, and strangely funny tales throughout human history. Milo Rossi, the inquisitive mind behind the popular @miniminuteman on TikTok and YouTube, invites you to consider our own place in the long timeline of human development with this collection of anecdotes that shares the foibles, joys, and heartbreaks of being human (and an odd Neanderthal or two). With chapters organized by the different stages and aspects of life—childhood, food and drink, friendship, play and leisure, rites and rituals, love and sexuality, fashion and beauty, education and work, sickness and health, and, of course, death—dive into a treasure trove of intriguing facts and stories, including: The Paleolithic cave art of a five-year-old girlWhat you would have eaten in ancient PompeiiThe surprising and stinky origins of royal Tyrian purple dyeOl’ Rip, the immortal (?) horned lizard from TexasHow to win a round of the Royal Game of Ur, a nearly 5,000-year-old board gameAnd much more!Covering various facets of everyday life, The Encyclopedia of the Weird and Wonderful is sure to make you laugh, provide some spark to your next conversation, and, maybe, even give you a new perspective on how best to live this thing called life.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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