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New and emerging readers will learn all about the water cycle in this perfectly crafted tale by new author, Joanna Gray. Illustrated in pastel by Dubravka Kolanovic, children will love to follow the little raindrop’s big adventure as he falls from the clouds and gradually makes his way to the sea.

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Chloe is feeling angry today. With an annoying big brother and teasing classmates, she can’t help feeling angry. But with her teacher’s guidance, she paints a beautiful mural that brightens both the school wall and her mood. This sweet story about a feisty little meerkat teaches children that every emotion is valid, and what matters most is how we respond to what we feel.

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Making the radical argument that the nation-state was born of colonialism, this book calls us to rethink political violence and reimagine political community beyond majorities and minorities. In this genealogy of political modernity, Mahmood Mamdani argues that the nation-state and the colonial state created each other. In case after case around the globe—from the New World to South Africa, Israel to Germany to Sudan—the colonial state and the nation-state have been mutually constructed through the politicization of a religious or ethnic majority at the expense of an equally manufactured minority. The model emerged in North America, where genocide and internment on reservations created both a permanent native underclass and the physical and ideological spaces in which new immigrant identities crystallized as a settler nation. In Europe, this template would be used by the Nazis to address the Jewish Question, and after the fall of the Third Reich, by the Allies to redraw the boundaries of Eastern Europe’s nation-states, cleansing them of their minorities. After Nuremberg the template was used to preserve the idea of the Jews as a separate nation. By establishing Israel through the minoritization of Palestinian Arabs, Zionist settlers followed the North American example. The result has been another cycle of violence. Neither Settler nor Native offers a vision for arresting this historical process. Mamdani rejects the “criminal” solution attempted at Nuremberg, which held individual perpetrators responsible without questioning Nazism as a political project and thus the violence of the nation-state itself. Instead, political violence demands political solutions: not criminal justice for perpetrators but a rethinking of the political community for all survivors—victims, perpetrators, bystanders, benefi ciaries—based on common residence and the commitment to build a common future without the permanent political identities of settler and native. Mamdani points to the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa as an unfinished project, seeking a state without a nation.

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I love my daddy, yes I do,He's very kind - and funny too. Playing, cooking, singing, snuggling . . . Spend special time with Dad in this joyful, rhyming picture book, brimming with love and silliness! With a gentle, rhyming story and bold, bright illustrations, this is the perfect celebration of the special relationship between father and child - perfect for sharing on Father's Day and all year round!

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JOIN JUAN CABRILLO AND THE OREGON CREW IN THE LATEST EXPLOSIVE THRILL-RIDE FROM THE GRAND MASTER OF ADVENTURE, CLIVE CUSSLERA hypersonic missile has the Oregon firmly in its sights . . .When Juan Cabrillo, captain of the state-of-the-art Oregon, is hired to extract an undercover operative in Kenya, he lands his crew in a snakepit of trouble – and at the centre of a possible Middle Eastern war.Seeking to block the deadly ambitions of a Saudi prince, Cabrillo's crew need to find two missing hypersonic missiles while also facing down a force of bio-hacked soldiers endowed with an unquenchable appetite for violence.From a remote Tibetan fortress via the Amazon rainforest to the jagged mountains of Yemen, the Oregon team must use every shred of courage and cunning they can muster to stop the Arabian Sea turning red . . .Praise for Clive Cussler:'The Adventure King' Sunday Express'Just about the best in the business' New York Post 'Cussler is hard to beat' Daily Mail

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Ten days. Eight suspects. Six cities. Five authors. Three bodies. One trip to die for.Eleanor Dash, author of the Vacation Mysteries series, is on a book tour on the gorgeous Amalfi Coast when she finds life imitating art as her ex-boyfriend is targeted by a killer.Eleanor’s sleuthing skills are about to be put to the ultimate test as, among the literary rivals, rabid fans, a crazed stalker and former flame Oliver, suspicions on tour are flying faster than paperbacks off a bestseller shelf. But who is really trying to get away with murder?The first in an irresistible new series, Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies is The White Lotus meets Only Murders in the Building and is destined to be the hit of the summer!Praise for Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies:'This book is fabulous! A hilarious and fun romp' - Liv Constantine'Quick, captivating and oh so much fun!' - Elle Cosimano'A madcap Italian odyssey' - Jessa Maxwell

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The story of a Queendom set in an alternate India. A debut rich in fantasy, friendship and faith, and an original middle grade magical adventure that sparkles with storytelling magic.‘A land that loses its stories loses its way.’The beautiful queendom of Moonlally has fallen under a tyrant’s rule. Their queen is dead, worship of their goddess, the Dark Lady, is forbidden, and the precious black diamond that protects the city – a rare fragment of fallen star ­– has gone missing.When fierce orphan girl Minou Moonshine’s life is unexpectedly shattered, she joins the ragtag band of rebels, the Green Orchids, who are plotting to overthrow the General.Armed with a secret and a map, Minou sets off with her friends and a mechanical elephant, through the lush jungles of Indica, in search of a queen, a goddess and her destiny.

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This exciting introduction to the world is brimming with facts about our planet and the incredible people and animals who live on it.From the Arctic to the Antarctic, get ready to explore the continents. Learn about legends and folklore, world history, and how people live around the globe. Read about creatures from the land, sea, and skies, and delve into the world of the prehistoric dinosaurs.Find out about the impressive planets far away and the amazing features on Earth, from fiery volcanoes to dry deserts. Discover who's who in the animal kingdom. Learn about amazing art and marvellous music. Then say "hello" in lots of languages!Packed with fun facts and colourful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge

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A series of picture books that teach children about dinosaurs through a narrative story, plus additional facts and information about what they just learned.These picture books will teach children about dinosaurs through a story! Marie Bollmann's beautiful illustrations are friendly and fun (but still technically correct!) and each story will end with a working spread on dinosaurs doing what DK does best - using photography and illustrations to teach children incredible facts that deepen their knowledge of a well-loved subject.In this instalment, follow a day in the life of a young Stegosaurus, as it wanders through its Jurassic home, gets lost, and munches her way back to her herd.

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Thought-provoking, comforting and wise, the simple truths of The Prophet remain compelling and rewarding to this day.Complete & Unabridged. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover.Utterly unique and beloved around the world, The Prophet is a collection of twenty-six poetic essays by the Lebanese artist, philosopher and writer Khalil Gibran. Telling the story of the prophet Al-Mustafa and his conversations with various acquaintances as he returns home after a long absence, the book touches on subjects of universal concern, including love, friendship, passion, pain, religion and freedom.

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Bear was friendly, Bear was sweet, The nicest bear you'd ever meet! With little paws and little feet, And a very BIG bear bottom! Poor Bear! His bottom is causing chaos... Bump! Crash! Splat! Soon Bear is in great big trouble! Can he ever make it up to his friends? A hilarious story of bottoms, bears and animal friends that will have children giggling at Bear's bottom-based mishaps. From children's favourite Steve Smallman, author of Smelly Peter, the Great Pea Eater and The Monkey with A Bright Blue Bottom.

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Toe hy jare gelede vir die eerste keer in Parys aankom, sou die kunstenaar Louis Jansen Van Vuuren nooit kon dink dat hy eendag 'n chateau in die Franse platteland sou besit nie. In Amper Frans vertel hy hoe hy die plaaslike tradisies en kultuur die afgelope 21 jaar ontdek her - daar is stories oor statige hertoginne en neusoptrekkerige kelners, die berugte Franse burokrasie en dan ook sy talle faux pas in die Fanse taal. Om die vervalle Chateau de la Creuzette saam met sy lewensmaat, Hardy Olivier, in 'n boetiekhotel te omskep het groot Geduld en uithouvermoe geverg. Talle lesse is op die harder manier geleer, soos dat vier verwarmers nie genoeg s om 'n hele chateau to verhit nie ... Louis verklap ook iets van hul gaste se kaskenades en van hul eie reise soos hulle die land platry agter vlooimarkte en avontuur aan. Die boek is 'n moet vir alle Frankofiele.

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Die ketodieet is lankal bekend; miskien het jy daarvan gehoor maar verstaan die konsep nie heeltemal nie en dink dis te duur. Of miskien het jy dit getoets maar is oorweldig deur ’n oorvloed dikwels teenstrydige inligting en het jy moed opgegee. Ontspan, dis nie jou skuld nie.Of die leefstyl nou vir jou splinternuut is of dalk volg jy dit al noukeurig en het jy nuwe inspirasie nodig, hierdie boek het iets vir almal. Ná die wegholsukses van sy eerste boek, Living the Ultimate Keto Lifestyle (2022), wil Hendrik Marais die ketogeniese leefstyl aan selfs meer mense bekendstel terwyl hy aanhangers terselfdertyd ’n vereenvoudigde uiteensetting van die jongste neigings en ’n volledige stel maklike en smaaklike resepte wil bied.Keto Lifestyle: maklik is ’n gids vir die implementering van ’n ketogeniese dieet met periodieke vas (opsioneel). Dit sluit in vier maaltydplanne (twee is standaard en twee verg spesifieke voorbereiding) met meer as 66 resepte wat eenvoudig is om te volg, sinvol is, wat sowel begroting- as beurtkragvriendelik is en jou tyd sal spaar. Jy sal mal wees oor die geurige, tradisioneel Suid-Afrikaanse resepte wat ook ’n ketovriendelike vermaaklikheidspyskaart insluit om jou vriende te onthaal en goeie tye op ’n gesonde en bekostigbare manier met hulle te deel. Maar daar’s soveel meer: inligting oor voedingswaarde, raad oor oefening en maniere om jou motivering te handhaaf. Die belangrikste is egter hoe om ’n lewenstyl te kweek wat nie net gewigsverlies op die kort termyn ondersteun nie, maar ook die gewig vir jare lank onder beheer sal hou – iets waarmee die meeste mense desperaat worstel.Die boodskap van hierdie boek is maklik: ’n Ketogeniese dieet hoef nie ingewikkeld, duur of tydrowend te wees nie.

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Zanele Muholi: Somnyama Ngonyama, Hail the Dark Lioness includes one hundred self-portraits created by one of the most powerful visual activists of our time. In each of the images, Muholi drafts material props from her immediate environment in an effort to reflect her journey, explore her own image and possibilities as a black woman in today’s global society, and — most important — to speak emphatically in response to contemporary and historical rascisms. As she states, “I am producing this photographic document to encourage people to be brave enough to occupy spaces, brave enough to create without fear of being vilified. . . . To teach people about our history, to re-think what history is all about, to re-claim it for ourselves, to encourage people to use artistic tools such as cameras as weapons to fight back.” More than twenty curators, poets, and authors offer written contributions that draw out the layers of meaning and possible readings to accompany select images. Powerfully arresting, this collection is as much a manifesto of resistance as it is an autobiographical, artistic statement.

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'I could not recommend this more. If you're looking for a sense of optimism, a sense of political possibility, this book is very important' Owen JonesWhat would a fair and equal society actually look like?Imagine a world with no banks. No stock market. No tech giants. No billionaires.In Another Now world-famous economist, Yanis Varoufakis, shows us what such a world would look like. Far from being a fantasy, he describes how it could have come about - and might yet. But would we really want it?Varoufakis's boundary-breaking new book confounds expectations of what the good society would look like and confronts us with the greatest question: are we able to build a better society, despite our flaws.'A vision of a new society with new ways of thinking is possibly the most important thing an artist can offer at the moment' Brian Eno

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The Cat Who Caught a Killer by L T Shearer is a charming cosy crime read for fans of Richard Osman’s The Thursday Murder Club and S. J. Bennett’s The Windsor Knot.'Charming and original. This book is the cat’s whiskers' - Anthony Horowitz, author of The Twist of a KnifeMeet Conrad. Conrad is a cat. You’ve never met a detective like him before.Neither has Lulu Lewis, until he walks into her life one summer’s day. Mourning the recent death of her husband, the former police detective had expected a gentle retirement, quietly enjoying life on her new canal boat, The Lark, and visiting her mother-in-law in a nearby care home.But when her mother-in-law dies suddenly in suspicious circumstances, Lulu senses foul play and resolves to find out what really happened. And a remarkable cat named Conrad will be with her every step of the way . . .Readers are loving Conrad the cat detective:'This was such a charming tale and a genuine mystery that had me glued to my e-reader from start to finish' 5* reader review'I absolutely loved this book! Conrad was a wonderful character who I would love to encounter again' 5* reader review'I just loved Conrad the talking cat who really is the star of this gentle murder mystery story' 5* reader review

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The original bestselling autobiography and fitness plan from the instant number one Sunday Times bestselling author of Be Useful: Seven Tools for LifeArnold Schwarzenegger's success is down to his incredible mental attitude and physical endurance. This is brought to life in compelling detail as Arnold shares the extraordinary tale of how he went from a small Austrian town to the global stage and the crystal-clear vision that got him to where he is today. Here, he shares how you can do it too.With the aid of vivid photographs and a detailed fitness regime, the man who became Mr Olympia and Mr Universe lets you into the secrets of how to expand your normal exercise routine into a championship-level workout - from harnessing your breathing to choosing the right foods.Fascinating and inspiring both as an autobiography and as a fitness guide, this book will show how everyone can enjoy better physical health and increased mental strength through the timeless disciplines and rewards of bodybuilding.

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An essential guide to master any workplace conflict with confidence and ease, have less drama, better results, and thrive at work.In many workplaces today, workplace conflict is an escalating issue. The shift to remote work and hybrid teams has left many people longing for deeper human connection. On top of this, add a younger generation clamoring for more feedback and impatient for change, steady advances in technology that can feel threatening to job security, or people reexamining priorities and quietly quitting.  Take the increase in anxiety, stress, and depression, mix in the loss of human relationships, and you get less tolerance and understanding leading, ultimately, to more unresolved workplace conflict. Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict is an essential resource for all employees (and their managers) who are looking for help on how to navigate frequent workplace conflicts, including with their boss and other difficult people, so they can rebuild trust, collaboration, and ultimately enjoy more influence at work.  Leadership and workplace culture experts Karin Hurt and David Dye share practical and easy-to-follow tactics such as:Over 300 actual phrases you can use to deescalate common workplace conflict situations, build trust, and make better decisions.Clear examples and explanations of how phrasing will improve interactions.Critical communication tools to ensure workplace issues are addressed before they fester and become more difficult to manage.Findings, real-world cases, and inspiring stories from the World Workplace Conflict and Collaboration Survey of 5000+ people in more than 45 countries conducted by the authors.

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The epic conclusion to Chris Colfer's No.1 New York Times bestselling series The Land of Stories! In the highly anticipated finale, Conner and Alex must brave the impossible. All of the Land of Stories fairy tale characters - heroes and villains - are no longer confined within their world!With mayhem brewing in the Big Apple, Conner and Alex will have to win their biggest battle yet. Can the twins restore order between the human and fairy-tale world? Breathtaking action mixed with laugh-out-loud moments and lots of heart will make this a gripping conclusion for fans old and new.

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Tales of the enchanting ‘Thousand and One Nights’ have entered the folklore of the entire world but their origins lie in the Arabic and Indian oral traditions of the early middle ages. Their power to entice lies in the tenacity of the storyteller Scheherazade who weaves a new tale each night, to save herself from execution. Popular characters such as Aladdin, Ali Baba and Sinbad the sailor have become part of the Arabian Nights, added in later years, but told within the intriguing structure of the original. Such additions by were made by translators and collaborators from many European and Eastern sources but it was Richard Burton’s edition that brought these popular folk tales to the attention of a Victorian era readership eager to explore new cultures. It is Burton’s edition that forms the basis of this new collection, with stories that survive still from the original featured here too: ‘The Merchant and the Genie’, ‘The Fisherman and the Genie’, ‘The Porter and the Three Ladies’, ‘The Three Apples’.

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Zara and Adnan are just friends. Always have been, always will be. Even if they have to pretend to be girlfriend and boyfriend... Zara loves love in all forms: 90s romcoms and romance novels and grand sweeping gestures. And she's desperate to have her own great love story. Crucially, a real one. So when her best friend Adnan begs her to pretend to date him to cover up his new top-secret relationship, Zara is hesitant. This isn't the kind of thing she had in mind. But there's something in it for Zara too: making her parents, who love Adnan, happy might just stop them arguing for a while. She may not be getting her own love story, but she could save theirs. So Zara agrees and the act begins: after all, how different can pretending to be in a relationship with your best friend be to just hanging around with them like usual? Turns out, a lot. With fake dating comes fake hand-holding and fake kissing and real feelings... And when a new boy turns up in Zara's life, things get more confusing than ever.The course of true love never did run smooth, but Zara's love story is messier than most... A hilarious and heartfelt romcom, told with a light touch, perfect for fans of TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE, EXCUSE ME WHILE I UGLY CRY and HANI AND ISHU'S GUIDE TO FAKE DATING.

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How to improve your game and discover your true potential by increasing your concentration, willpower and confidence Every golfer, whether amateur or pro, who has ever picked up a club knows what it's like to get the yips - that feeling when you inexplicably lose control of your shot, and become overwhelmed by self-doubt, tension, fear of failure and anxiety. With a new introduction from golf performance pro Peter Hudson, the multi-million bestselling The Inner Game of Golf resolves this mental interference. It is not a book about how to play golf; it is a book about how to learn golf, and its lessons can be applied to any sport. Putting aside the mechanics of golfing technique and laborious debates about strategy, this classic handbook for golfers of all levels tackles the psychological aspects of the game and reveals how you can perform to your true potential for more than brief moments at a time. Using only his Inner Game principles, without taking a single lesson and playing only once a week, Timothy Gallwey knocked 15 strokes off his game in a year. There is no physical reason why you can't hit perfect drives or sink long putts more consistently. By applying the Inner Game approach to your own game, you too can see phenomenal improvements to your scorecard.

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Loved by kids, trusted by parents, and developed by teachers, Gold Stars Early Years My BIG Workbook is a year-round way to make learning fun. From pencil control activities to counting and matching, your child will enjoy developing basic skills in English and maths including the alphabet, first phonics, first reading, first writing, addition, subtraction, writing numbers, and more. The educational exercises progress through the book, which helps children grasp new concepts and strengthen existing ones. Age Range 3 - 5 years.320 pages packed with fun activities printed on good quality 80g paperIncludes 2 sheets of gold star stickers, 300 stickers in total!Help your child learn the fun way with Gold StarsGames and activities. Colourful illustrations and fun activities will help your child further develop and retain learned skills.Educational and fun: Watch your child light up as they explore this early years workbook that transforms games they'll love into lots of learning.Perfect for Preschoolers: Your child will learn about developmentally appropriate subjects like first writing, phonics, reading, counting, early maths skills, and more.Ideal resource for homeschooling, preschool, nursery or receptionParents Tips and Tricks: Parents will find helpful notes in guiding each lesson and an answer section at the back of the book.

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The Traitor concludes the ruthless and gripping epic fantasy series from New York Times bestseller Anthony Ryan, whose books have sold more than a million copies worldwide.It's been a long journey for Alwyn Scribe. Born a bastard and raised an outlaw, he's now a knight and the most trusted advisor to Lady Evadine Courlain. Together they've won countless battles and helped to bring order to a fractured kingdom.Yet Evadine is not the woman Alwyn once knew. As puritanical fury increasingly replaces her benevolent faith, Alwyn begins to question what her true motives really are.As the kingdom braces itself for one final battle, Alwyn's conscience fights its own war with his heart. Now, more than ever, he must decide whose side he's really on.Praise for the series'A gritty, heart-pounding tale of betrayal and bloody vengeance' John Gwynne 'The Pariah is Anthony Ryan at his best. A fast-paced, brutal fantasy novel with larger-than-life characters and a plot full of intrigue and suspense' Grimdark Magazine'This is Anthony Ryan's best book yet' Michael Fletcher'Fantastic writing, an amazing world, a plot that won't quit, and an unforgettable character . . . Anthony Ryan is one of the best epic fantasy authors out there' Bookworm Blues'Gritty and well-drawn, this makes a rich treat for George R. R. Martin fans' Publishers Weekly (starred review)

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'A natural follow up to Susan Cain's Quiet' - The Sunday Times Style'The authors paint an illuminating portrait of highly sensitive people' - Financial Times*****Have you ever been told you're too sensitive? Welcome to the club.Nearly 1 in 3 people have the genes to be more sensitive than others. But what if we said it doesn't have to be the insult it's always been framed as?Highly sensitive people:· Have a heightened sense of empathy· Tune into subtle details and make connections that others miss· Are often wonderfully creativeThrough fascinating research, expert storytelling and practical insight, this book will teach you how to unlock the potential in this undervalued strength and leverage it in your relationships, your work and your life.Shattering the myth that being sensitive is a weakness, Sensitive will change - once and for all - how the world sees sensitive people, and how they see themselves.

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When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Ava and Star love their beautiful garden at Unicorn Academy. It's where they grow their very own magical plants! When the sky berries that the unicorns need to survive disappear, Ava and Star will need all their skills and courage to help their friends. Can they find more of the special berries before every unicorn's magic starts to fade?!With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Check out the other titles in this series: Sophia and Rainbow, Scarlett and Blaze, Isabel and Cloud and many more!

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When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Layla can't believe how lucky she is to be at Unicorn Academy! She adores her lively unicorn, Dancer, though she's too nervous to go jumping and riding fast like their friends. When the trees around Sparkle Lake start dying, Layla must find her courage and take Dancer on a thrilling adventure to find the cure!With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Check out the other titles in this series: Sophia and Rainbow, Scarlett and Blaze, Isabel and Cloud and many more!

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When the sun comes up, Big Bear and Little Bear think of new ways to share their love. Big Bear loves Little Bear more and more as each day passes, right up to each new moon – and back.  A joyful celebration of the love between parent and child, this lovely chunky board book is perfect for reading with your special little person. With sturdy pages that are easy for little hands to turn and beautiful illustrations by Tim Warnes, I Love You to the Moon and Back will soon become a firm bedtime favourite.Fans of this book might also like I Love You More and More by Nicky Benson and Jonny Lambert and I Love You Just the Way You Are by Tammi Salzano and Ada Grey. 

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**THE INSTANT NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**'Gripping to read. Funny, real, exciting. It's a brilliant book.' - Chris Evans'Fearless and candid... A gleeful guide to a bonkers sport from a loveable rogue insider.' - The Times---'People talk about football managers being under pressure. Trust me, that's nothing. Pressure is watching one of your drivers hit a barrier at 190mph and exploding before your eyes...'Guenther Steiner is one of motor racing's biggest and most celebrated characters, known to millions for his show-stealing appearances on Netflix's hugely popular fly on the wall series, Drive to Survive.In Surviving to Drive, the Haas team principal takes readers inside his Formula 1 team for the entirety of the 2022 season, giving an unobstructed view of what really takes place behind the scenes. Through this unique lens, Guenther takes us on the thrilling rollercoaster of life at the heart of high stakes motor racing.Packed full of twists and turns, from hiring and firing drivers, balancing books, pre-season preparations, the design, launch and testing of a car - and of course, the race calendar itself - this is the first time that an F1 team has allowed an acting team principal to tell the full story of a whole season.Uncompromising and searingly honest, told in Steiner's inimitable style, this is a fascinating and hugely entertaining account of the realities of running a Formula 1 team.---'Very colourful. Like having a conversation with Steiner.' - Radio 4, Today

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‘Allon is the 21st century Bond’ – Daily Mail Gabriel Allon, secret agent, assassin and master art restorer, returns in a spellbinding new novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author Europe is exploding. And one man must find out why. For Gabriel Allon and his wife Chiara, it was supposed to be the start of a romantic weekend in London. But nothing is ever that simple when you’re an off-duty spy and assassin. Bombings in Paris and Copenhagen have put him on edge and when Gabriel notices a man exhibiting several traits common to suicide bombers, he follows him into the Covent Garden throng. He’s determined to prevent the carnage he fears is about to take place, but before Gabriel can draw his sidearm, he is knocked to the pavement by two plain-clothes police officers. A moment later he looks up to find a scene from his nightmares. From the streets of New York and London, to the unforgiving landscape of the Saudi desert, Gabriel Allon is in a race to the death against a calculating mass-murderer that he dare not lose… Praise for Daniel Silva: ’Sexily brooding Allon… must be the most famous superspy not played by Daniel Craig’ Daily Telegraph ‘elegantly paced, subtle and well-informed. If you haven’t read Silva before, try Portrait of a Spy – and then go back and read the series.’ Daily Mail ‘[A] top-notch thriller by a writer with the inside track on spying’ The Sun 'In true Bauer fashion, shoot-outs, kidnappings and international terror plots follow Gabriel Allon wherever he goes' USA Today ‘Silva builds tension with breathtaking double and triple turns of the plot’ People

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In this blockbuster instalment of the bestselling Middle School series, Rafe and all the favourite characters from James Patterson's books for kids get caught up in a hilarious adventure – together for the first time!Rafe and Jimmy, two misunderstood troublemakers, are finally up to something good. They're in charge of a huge celebration of books and reading – but when a small issue snowballs into a big problem that threatens to derail the whole event, they need to work fast to keep things on track!And the best part? Rafe and Jimmy are joined by the funniest storytellers they know, including Jamie Grimm from I FUNNY, Jacky Ha-Ha, the Kidd family of TREASURE HUNTERS, super-genius Max Einstein – everyone's favourite characters from James Patterson's bestselling series for kids!

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This is an all-in-one travellers' guide to the Serengeti National Park ¿ the vast, iconic reserve in the heart of East Africa. The book offers detailed maps, travel information and a photographic field guide in a single, handy volume. The scope of this guide is rich and encompassing: after a general introduction to the Serengeti, it discusses the history and people of the region; the landscape, geology and soils; tourist information, including recommended routes, best season, safaris offered and booking details; and it describes the important places to see. Detailed maps indicate tourist routes and what to look out for. The field guide section includes substantial check lists and colour photos of the vegetation (trees, flowers, grasses), mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds one is likely to see. It includes info on the habits and behaviours of the animals described. Packed with interesting facts, maps and images, and with a comprehensive index for easy reference, this is an essential guide for visitors and tourists to the Serengeti National Park.

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Rebellion could be their salvation – or their doom. War Bodies by Neal Asher is a gripping, high-octane standalone set in his expansive Polity universe.Long ago, the Cyberat left Earth to co-evolve with machines. Now, led by the powerful dictator Castron, their Old Guard believe that machines should replace the physical body. But these beliefs are upended with the arrival of the human Polity – and their presence ignites rebellion.Piper was raised as a weapon against the Cyberat, implanted with secretive hardware. When his parents are captured by the Old Guard, the Polity offer him unexpected aid. Piper knows the Polity want more from him, but at what cost? The rebellion also attracts the deadly prador, placing an entire world in peril.As war rages across the planet, Piper must battle with the unknown technology implanted in his bones. It may be the Polity’s answer to their relentless fight against the prador. It could also be civilization-ending Jain tech – or something far more extraordinary.

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Life gets pretty boring when you can beat the snot out of any villain with just one punch.Nothing about Saitama passes the eyeball test when it comes to superheroes, from his lifeless expression to his bald head to his unimpressive physique. However, this average-looking guy has a not-so-average problem—he just can’t seem to find an opponent strong enough to take on!Psychos intends to fuse with Orochi, the Monster King, which would give them immense power against Tornado. Superalloy confronts Garo and experiences fear of his opponent’s strength… Meanwhile, Saitama gets caught up in a cave-in in the Monster Association’s underground labyrinth!

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Hob aboard a whistle-stop tour of everything that moves in this very special 50th anniversary edition of the beloved children’s classic CARS AND TRUCKS AND THINGS THAT GO. Welcome to the hilarious world of Richard Scarry. When the Pig family decide to visit the beach to have a picnic they see every kind of vehicle on their way – from hot-dog cars and bug buses to ditch diggers and mouse beach buggies! Join the Pig family on their eventful journey and keep a lookout for Goldbug on the way! With every page packed full of zany humour and exciting details to spot, this book is the perfect introduction to everything that moves.

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'Hannah Whitten is my new favourite obsession' Jodi Picoult, New York Times-bestselling authorIn the second instalment of Sunday Times Times bestselling author Hannah Whitten's lush, romantic epic fantasy series, a young woman who can raise the dead must navigate the dangerous world of the Sainted King's royal court. The corrupt king August is dead. Prince Bastian has seized the throne and raised Lore - a necromancer and former smuggler - to his right hand side. Together they plan to cut out the rot from the heart of the sainted court and help the people of Dellaire. But not everyone is happy with the changes. The nobles are sowing dissent, the Kyrithean Empire is beating down their door and Lore's old allies are pulling away. Even Prince Bastian's changed. No longer the hopeful, rakish, charismatic man Lore knows and loves, instead he's reckless, domineering and cold. And something's been whispering in her ear. A voice, dark and haunting, that's telling her there's more to the story than she knows and more to her power than she can even imagine. A truth buried deep that could change everything. With Bastian's coronation fast approaching and enemies whispering on all sides, Lore must figure out how to protect herself, her prince, and her country before they all come crumbling down and whatever dark power has been creeping through the catacombs is unleashed.Praise for The Foxglove King:'Sinister, deadly and so seductive you won't be able to tear yourself away from this dark gem of a book' Stephanie Garber, New York Times-bestselling author'Beautifully written, lushly cinematic, unsettling, mysterious - an unputdownable story' Ali Hazelwood, New York Times-bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis'Dripping with dark opulence and sizzling intrigue, The Foxglove King proves Hannah Whitten is a force to be reckoned with. Never before have I been so completely captivated' Erin A. Craig, New York Times-bestselling author'Darkly sumptuous and beautifully dangerous, The Foxglove King wraps you up in a velvet gown and then holds a knife to your throat' Ava Reid, Sunday Times-bestselling author of The Wolf and the Woodsman'I am obsessed with this book! Hannah Whitten just keeps getting better and better' Katee Robert, New York Times-bestselling author

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'Breathtaking twists and turns' Anthony Horowitz'An unmissable, breakneck ride' James Swallow'Exhilarating, high stakes action' Lesley KaraA priest is murdered and a Private agent is the number one suspect.Jack Morgan is in Rome celebrating the opening of a new local Private office, when the party takes a deadly turn. Private agent Matteo Ricci is found at the party standing over the body of a dead priest with a gun in hand, swearing he did not kill the man.As Jack tries to prove Matteo's innocence, he uncovers a much deadlier conspiracy - which leads him straight to the heart of the Vatican.With corruption closing in on all sides, Jack must decide who he can trust before the city falls. Readers are loving Private Rome . . .'Excellent start to finish''Action packed and thought provoking''I just couldn't put it down''Brilliant''Addictive'Praise for the Private thrillers'An exhilarating and totally satisfying read' NB Magazine'A breakneck fast, brutally good page-turner' Daily Mail'Yet another fine outing from the master of thrillers' City A.M.'Hits the ground running and the pace never misses a beat' Daily Express

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Unlock the Art of Knitting: Expert Guidance, Easy Projects, and Essential Tips to Begin Your Knitting Journey with Confidence!Renowned knitting expert Lynne Rowe will be your trusted mentor, walking you through every step of the way. With Lynne's expert guidance, you'll effortlessly learn how to hold your needles, select the perfect yarn, decipher knitting patterns, execute various stitches, employ seamless sewing techniques, and conquer your very first knitting projects.Lynne's friendly approach, easy-to-follow advice and clear tutorials will ease you into the welcoming world of knitting. By taking small steps and familiarizing yourself with the knitting terminology and techniques, you'll swiftly grasp the basics and become a confident knitter in no time at all.There are 8 bright and contemporary projects, each clearly set out with easy-to-follow patterns. Choose from:Tranquility spa setCozy scarfHygge headbandsColor block cushionBaby blanketBuntingRibbed beanie hatFingerless mittensWhat makes this book truly exceptional is that each project progressively builds upon your knitting skills, so you'll soon be creating your own knitted wearable accessories and home decor items with all things bright and woolly!Whether you aspire to knit heartfelt gifts for loved ones, express your creativity through handmade fashion, or simply find solace in the rhythmic motions of knitting, this book has everything you need to get started.

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Pre-order now to discover the practical wisdom of Stoicism and find contentment and happiness in your everyday lifeFollow in the footsteps of the classical tradition of Stoicism and join a growing community of individuals seeking guidance on how to navigate the obstacles of contemporary life. From Marcus Aurelius to Seneca, the Stoics have a long and rich history.Today, William Mulligan, founder of The Everyday Stoic, transforms these principles into a practical guide for overcoming the challenges of modern life and cultivating an unshakeable sense of inner calm, so that you too can live like a stoic.Unpack the ancient wisdoms and teachings of Stoicism, such as:Confronting life's unpredictabilityNature ties us togetherThoughts create realityLittle is truly neededAll is equalWritten in a clear and accessible style, this book will reveal the universal truths of Stoicism empowering you to achieve strength and tranquillity no matter what modern life throws your way.

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