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Colourfully narrates a bizarre three-day extravaganza thrown by Iran’s phoney dynasty, which cost $700 million and helped to precipitate the Shah’s downfall. The Shah’s Party colourfully captures Iran’s oil-rich boom years. In 1971, eight years before the dynasty fell, Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and his glamorous wife, Farah Diba, hosted one of the largest gatherings of world leaders ever, celebrating the 2,500th anniversary of the Persian monarchy. But this stranger-than-fiction event, staged in a tented city by the ancient ruins of Persepolis, came amidst a rise in leftist agitation and a turn towards political Islam.Ruhollah Khomeini, an exiled mullah, began a relentless campaign against the Shah. A skilled populist, Khomeini tapped into growing inequalities and resentments to push his theocratic vision, particularly among those who had left the countryside in search of work. The Shah’s autocratic style played poorly in a world increasingly concerned with human rights.The Persepolis party became a symbol of Iran’s regime, allowing the Shah’s critics to portray him as repressive and out of touch with the struggles of ordinary people. Khomeini’s novel religious populism and his mastery of messaging steamrollered the Shah; he left it too late to move towards democracy, losing the support of his army, his people and his allies. In 1971, trickles of dissent started to build into a revolutionary torrent that, within a decade, would end the dynasty.

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In MOAR!, de Villiers Basson turns her focus to burnout, exhaustion, and the quiet emptiness experienced by many high achievers. Challenging traditional wellbeing programmes that treat symptoms rather than root causes, the book invites readers to stop doing more and start transforming from the inside out.MOAR! introduces practical frameworks including the Wellbeing Trio, the four-step ROAR process, and the ROAR for MOAR Hero’s Journey, guiding readers to: • Understand the current wellbeing crisis• Lead with authenticity and purpose• Create thriving, people-centred work cultures • Reclaim energy, meaning, and personal voice

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**** A killer who cuts straight to the bone … A CHILLING MURDER When a convicted killer is released and later found brutally murdered, DI Henley and the Serial Crimes Unit are pulled into a deadly investigation with links to other recent attacks – all the victims are connected by the vicious signature left behind by the killer. A KILLER LURKS Henley and her team begin to connect the dots between the killings, and realise the murders are part of something more sinister. Each victim has been chosen with a deadly precision, their deaths carved out with a shocking cruelty. THE HUNT IS ON … As the rampage continues and the stakes are raised with each new attack, the case spirals into a terrifying hunt for a killer who is always one step ahead. Can Henley and the SCU outsmart a monster before they strike again? **** Praise for Nadine Matheson: ‘A story that’s dark, tense, action-packed, and so, so clever’ Andrea Mara, number one Sunday Times bestselling author ‘Gruesome and gritty’ Liz Nugent, Sunday Times bestselling author ‘Matheson writes sharply [and] with a light, witty touch’ The Telegraph

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'MAGNETIC, CLAUSTROPHOBIC, WICKEDLY ALIVE' LUCY ROSE, AUTHOR OF THE LAMB 'IF STEPHEN KING, OTTESSA MOSHFEGH AND JOHN WATERS HAD A BABY – ITS THIS BRILLIANT BOOK' JODIE HARSH 'HORNY. GORY. RELATABLE.' KIRSTY LOGAN FLATMATES ARE HELL… 'Massimo lived here now. And things had begun to happen. Sounds, smells, dreams. A private horror show. A usurper in my ordered world…' Simon has always been a good boy. He’s invariably employee of the month at the seasonal small plates restaurant where he works, he neurotically tidies his home, he keeps on top of repairs on behalf of his twenty-something, permanently-abroad landlord and tries to do right by everyone. But when his best and only friend, Josh, moves out of their shared flat, Simon is lonelier than ever – until in moves a new flatmate, the strange (and strangely sexy) Massimo. But Massimo’s brought something with him. Odd sounds emerge from Massimo’s room, smells of earth and meat drift through the corridor and Simon’s nights fill with disturbing and tantalising dreams. Massimo is awakening something in Simon, something wild and exciting and horrifying that could be the end of him – or maybe a new beginning. But whatever’s in Massimo, whatever’s in the flat, isn’t finished. It wants more … He's the Devil is a wickedly funny, chillingly suspenseful modern day horror story, painfully relatable to anyone who has ever had to share their living space with someone they'd honestly just rather not share it with.

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Pre-order now! Unbearably tense and unmissably twisty, this is the outstanding debut suspense novel from the most exciting new voice in thriller writing, Leodora Darlington'An excellent read - entertaining, intriguing and exciting. Bravo!' LIZ NUGENT'Beautifully written, and full of unexpected twists and turns' TASHYA CORYELL*****Natalie chose James carefully, because he's different from all the men she'd loved before. Calm. Competent. Kind.And there are three very good reasons she needs to be so careful. Their names are Marc, Luca and George.Natalie prefers not to think about what they did to her. Let alone what she had to do to them.Except now, on a night they are meant to be celebrating how happy they are together, Natalie and James are lying in separate bedrooms. She is asking herself how she could have been foolish enough to let yet another man hurt her like this.Slowly, Natalie realises she’s already holding a knife.But she's not going to do anything with it. She’s not.Not again.*****5 STAR READER REVIEWS 'I have read so many thrillers and I have never ever read anything like this. Leodora isn’t just entering the thriller arena – she’s kicking the door clean off its hinges. Thriller royalty, take note: she’s coming for the crown.''There's hotness and mess but also nuance and sensitivity. Plus a cracking, layered plot. 2026 is going to be Ex-Obsessed''The twists, oh my god, the twists''Consider my flabbergasted. I cannot believe this is a debut novel…I absolutely devoured this book in one session''A mystery which reveals itself page by page in the most unexpected of ways''I raced through this book. It gripped me from the very first page and I couldn’t stop reading! … Loved it. The writing is razor sharp, the characters are brilliantly crafted and the story is propulsive and pacy. More from this writer please!''This is the easiest 5-star review I think I’ve ever written''This new author has become an automatic one-click favourite for me! It was a phenomenal debut novel and I can’t wait to read more!'

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'A powerful story, beautifully told' M.L. STEDMAN 'Truly compelling' WILLIAM BOYD ‘Exquisitely written and deeply human’ CHRIS CLEAVE 'Far-reaching, but also intimate and intensely personal' FLORENCE KNAPP ‘Alluring in its twists and turns’ SONIA PURNELL A dazzling literary achievement that brings to life the shattering emotional impact of World War Two on ordinary people Cambridge, 1942 Twins Tessa and Theo had always shared everything – until the summer Tessa spent studying in France. She hasn’t been the same since. But before Theo can find out why, he is recruited by the RAF and disappears into the skies. Determined to carve her own path, Tessa joins the clandestine Special Operations Executive, slipping into the shadows of occupied France. It will be dangerous work, but France is the home of her greatest love – and her darkest secret. Tessa has many reasons for wanting to return. Two years later, only one of them comes home. A dazzling literary achievement that brings to life the shattering emotional impact of World War Two on ordinary people, THE SHOCK OF THE LIGHT is as exhilarating as it is heartbreaking. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––- 'This novel floored me. It is a rare thing and close to perfect… I urge you to pick up this book and read it!' ELIZABETH MACNEAL 'An astonishing page-turner that left me breathless… An essential addition to the wartime literature canon' HOLLY DAWSON 'A beautiful, clever debut, heart-wrenching and totally immersive… the very best example of historical fiction' CESCA MAJOR 'Spine-chilling and beautifully rendered… drew me in from the start' GEORGIA HUNTER

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Evenfall: The Golden Linnet was the number one bestselling children’s debut fiction book and the number one bestselling children’s hardback fiction book! 13-year-old Sam is now the Tempest – head of the secret, ancient Order of the Evening that protects the world from evil. But his work has just begun … Sam’s nemesis – a madman with the terrifying power to slice through portals of time – is on a mission to destroy the world and Sam and his friends are the only ones can who stop him. This deadly game of cat-and-mouse will take them to the very ends of the earth. And not everyone will survive … Praise for the Evenfall series: ‘A Da Vinci Code for kids’ – Richard Osman, bestselling author of The Thursday Murder Club 'A wild-winged adventure that soars effortlessly to the greatest heights of fantasy!’ – Ben Miller, bestselling author of The Day I Fell into a Fairytale ‘Fast-paced, filmic and folkloric … a thrilling epic of good against evil’ Ross Montgomery, bestselling author of I Am Rebel, Waterstone’s Children’s Book of the Year’ ‘A fantastic action-packed adventure, with a highly original and intriguing mythology. Exploring themes of friendship, storytelling and music, Sam and his friends will take you on a journey you’ll never forget. Utterly absorbing.’ – M. G. Leonard, bestselling author of Beetleboy and the Adventures on Trains series. "An exciting new adventure with a comfortingly classic feel, you'll be enthralled, entertained and enchanted.” – Maz Evans – bestselling author of Who Let the Gods Out? "A fast-paced adventure that will delight young readers after twists, turns and thrills.’ – Anna James – New York Times bestselling author *Evenfall: The Golden Linnet reached number 5 in the TCM top 5000 Children’s chart Week w/e 14-SEP-2024

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The personal and the political entwine in Love, where an undecided atheist, four times married, four times widowed and twice arrested and a dystopian future Johannesburg ruled by a fascist government, collide. Love plumbs the murkiest depths of the human soul to ask whether salvation lies at the altar of the divine, in overcoming the weaknesses of our lesser selves, or in our brief moments of romantic ecstasy. This new speculative novel is Nthikeng Mohlele’s most exploratory and conceptually rich work yet.

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Add a personal touch to your most beloved books with this collection of 80 lovingly designed bookplates. Simply peel, place, and inscribe to create a lasting literary treasure!  

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Trapped in a mansion with a murderer and a family of liars - how would you survive? A mind-blowing thriller from the author of THIS BOOK KILLS, perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Karen McManus.When three girls are stranded at the grand Bramble Estate in the middle of a snowstorm, they stumble into a murder plot. Someone has poisoned wealthy Emily Vanforte in the middle of a family dinner - which means Devi, Lizzie and Jayne are trapped in the house with a killer and a mystery to solve. With knives under floorboards, vanishing guns and secret passages in the walls, no one is safe and everyone is a suspect. But in a house of liars and corruption, will the girls save themselves...or learn to fit in?

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Love Goes a Long Way is a soft and sweet story about how powerful love is

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The perfect rhyming children’s book for little unicorn lovers! We’re off to find a unicorn, They’re really hard to spot. Some people say they’re make-believe, But WE believe they’re not! Join two little unicorn lovers on a magical adventure to find their favourite mythical creature! There are so many places to explore – the wishing well must be a likely place . . . or surely the enchanted forest, if not? Is that a pair of fluffy UNICORN ears behind that rock? Ah – it’s grandad’s socks. On closer inspection, there don’t seem to be ANY unicorns around! But if you keep looking and don’t give up, you never know what you might find – there might just be some unicorns just around the corner after all! Binoculars at the ready for a fun-filled rhyming romp . . . full of magic and unicorn rainbow sparkle! We’re Going on a Bear Hunt meets Ten Little Unicorns with the ‘not-all-it-seems’ silliness of Shark in the Park!

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The Rhyming Rabbit loves to make up entertaining poems, inspired by everything he sees, but the other rabbits don’t appreciate his talent for rhyme. Sad and lonely, the Rhyming Rabbit sets off one starry night all on his own – will he ever find someone to share his poems with?The Rhyming Rabbit is a clever rhyming adventure from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard. With brilliant rhyming verse and bright and distinctive illustrations, this story is a delight to read aloud.Enjoy all the stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: Sharing a Shell, The Princess and the Wizard, The Rhyming Rabbit, The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, Princess Mirror-Belle and the Dragon Pox, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next and What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday.

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Toe Jana haar oë oopmaak, weet sy sommer … vandag gaan ’n BLOU MAANDAG wees! Dit lyk asof ’n tornado haar hare getref het. Die hamster het haar huiswerk opgeëet. Daar is aspersies in haar kosblik. En dit is háár skuld dat die hele skool glo haar beste vriendin se kop is vol grillerige goggas! Boonop is vanaand die groot talentaand waarna Jana al weke lank uitsien. Sê nou dinge loop skeef op die verhoog? Hoe erg kan een Maandag wees?

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Darius se pa kan deur ’n rivier vol krokodille swem. Sy ma red ou tannies uit brandende geboue. Selfs sy kleinsussie skrik vir niks … En Darius? Hy is nie eens dapper genoeg om van die skool se duikplank af te spring nie. Maar alles verander toe hy op ’n dag ’n BAIE VREEMDE present by sy oupa kry …

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REVISED 2023Streetwise Lisbon Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Lisbon, Portugal. The accordion-fold pocket size travel map includes an integrated surface tram & metro stations.Coverage includes:Main Lisbon Map 1:8,000Belem Inset Map 1:8,000Central Lisbon North Map 1:8,000Lisbon Area Map 1:46,000Lisbon Regional Map 1:340,000Portugal Map 1:3,000,000Dimensions: 4" x 8.5" folded, 8.5" x 32" unfoldedLisbon, benefiting from an influx of funding from the EU, has reemerged on the world stage as a destination for those seeking the cultural experience of Southern Europe. While it still has a patina of wear and retains an air of shabby chic, renovation and new development are mixing the past with the present to create an alluring juxtaposition of hip boutique hotels in old medieval quarters. The magnificent Praça do Commercial by the river Tejo is the center of the city and reflects the atmosphere of this historic maritime center. Heading east, you'll walk through the Alfama with its Moorish past, and up the rising hillside to the dominating presence of the castle of St. George. The pastel houses of the Bairro Alto line up like sunwashed Easter eggs. There's a terrific panoramic view from the park on Rua de San Pedro that shouldn't be missed. Additional must see visits are to the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, with one of the best art collections in Europe, and to Bélem to see the Cultural Centre, and the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, the monastery commemorating Portugal s seagoing superiority. Take the metro D line or a taxi up to the Parque das Naçoes, home of Expo 98 and now a splendid outdoor vista with shops, restaurants and one of the most stunning Aquariums on earth, the Oceanarium. The STREETWISE® Lisbon map, including the Lisbon Area map, pulls all of these sites plus hotels, and metro stations together to help you navigate and enjoy your visit to Lisbon. The Lisbon Region map will guide you on day trips west of the city along the beautiful Costa Estoril to Cascais, Estoril and Sintra. And finally, a map of Portugal facilitates further exploration of the beautiful countryside. Our pocket size map of Lisbon is laminated for durability and accordion folding for effortless use. To enhance your visit to Lisbon, check out the Michelin Green Guide to Portugal which details sites and attractions using the famed Michelin star-rating system so you can prioritize your trip based on your time and interest. For a selection of the best restaurants and hotels, buy the red MICHELIN Guide Main Cities of Europe. For driving or to plan your trip to and from Lisbon, use the Michelin Portugal Road and Tourist Map No. 733.

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I mean, you meet most of the job requirements...but your years of experience in maturity is still sitting at zero. Why not wear it on your sleeve with this elevated pedestal "coffee" mug from Brass Monkey. It's oozing with vintage charm, and perfect for whatever beverage helps get you through the day. Bonus: each mug comes in a giftable box, ready to be presented to your favorite person (yourself is a valid option).• Stackable porcelain mug w/ mid-century inspired shape.• Features the same three-color 'Part-time Adult' artwork on both sides.• Holds 10 oz. of liquid, you know, for drinking.• Measures 3.25" in diameter (plus the handle) & 3.86" tall. • Machine washable...if you're into that.

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This book tells the extraordinary true story of how two visionary South Africans transformed a dream born in the Cape Flats into a powerhouse listed on the JSE. This isn't just another business book --it's a gripping testament to the power of determination, community, and economic transformation in post-apartheid South Africa. Brimstone was founded in 1995 by an accountant, Mustaq Brey, and an insurance salesman, Fred Robertson, who did not want to leave their community behind. In that same year, they acquired a stake in Oceana, raising initial capital of R3m from community shareholders in the Cape Flats. Brimstone is the longest listed Black company on the JSE -- since 1998. In that time, they have triumphed over financial crisis, resisted hostile takeovers, recovered from poor investments and continued to pull ahead. This is an inspiring story of small beginnings, resilience and a social conscience in business.

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'An emotional story about family, love, and freedom' HEAT MAGAZINE'A poignant exploration of intergenerational trauma' WARONA JAY'The women in this house are the same,' she said. 'When we love, we love with all of ourselves.'Mai is a teenager. She yearns for knotty, passionate love and dreams of being a photographer. But Mai is also, as her mother Trinh likes to remind her, not like other teenagers: she's first-generation British-Vietnamese, caught between two cultures, navigating life in London and wondering about what once happened in Vietnam.But Trinh doesn't want to think about what happened in Vietnam - doesn't want to think about the young girl she used to be, the hopes and dreams she once had, and how that all ended when she was forced to flee her war-torn home.But when secrets from the past finally resurface, their bond begins to fracture. And soon they realise that the ties that bind them together can also break them . . .Shifting between mother and daughter, Summer Rolls is an epic story of loss and freedom, belonging and hope, and how far we sometimes must go to find our way home. MORE PRAISE FOR SUMMER ROLLS:'Visceral and lucid . . . I hurtled towards the end and was captivated throughout' HUMA QURESHI'Beautiful poetic work . . . A gift of a book' SUDHA BHUCHAR'An exciting, urgent voice that demands to be heard' JEREMY TIANGCANDID BOOKCLUB LOVES SUMMER ROLLS:'A compelling British-Vietnamese coming-of-age story . . . an essential voice' 'Such a beautifully written book''Vivid and raw . . . and full of tension'WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT SUMMER ROLLS:'Rich, intimate, and emotionally layered' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is more than a book, it's a gift' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It will make you laugh, cry, and everything in between' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book made me feel seen, proud, and more connected to my family's story' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Beautifully written . . . will stay with you long after you finish reading' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Ancient Greek pottery offers a fascinating window into the past of a lost culture. Reproduced here is a red-figure volute-krater, made in a Greek colony in southern Italy between 415 and 400 BC. A gathering of deities decorates the front, with the twin gods Apollo and Artemis occupying the centre of the scene.Size: Width: 40mm (11/2") x Height: 185mm (71/4")Colour: OrangeDecorative printed paperDouble-sided designsTextured printingRounded edgesSubtle Paperblanks branding

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A deep, complex examination of the crucial philosophical questions of human existence, from one of the world's most renowned novelists'The mystery of human existence lies not in staying alive, but in finding something to live for' The murder of brutal landowner Fyodor Karamazov changes the lives of his sons irrevocably: Mitya, the sensualist, whose bitter rivalry with his father immediately places him under suspicion for parricide; Ivan, the intellectual, driven to breakdown; the spiritual Alyosha, who tries to heal the family's rifts; and the shadowy figure of their bastard half-brother, Smerdyakov. Dostoyevsky's dark masterwork evokes a world where the lines between innocence and corruption, good and evil, blur, and everyone's faith in humanity is tested.

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WELCOME TO STARLIGHT PALACE!Everyone at the palace is busily preparing for a grand ball! But mischievous kitten Bella is busy getting up to mischief! Her playful curiosity is putting everything out of place and the King and Queen are not happy! They remind Princess Katie that Bella's behaviour is her responsibility. Can the princess and her friend Becky keep Bella out of trouble for the big event? Short chapters, black and white illustrations and fabulous facts about kitten care make these the perfect choice for newly confident readers.COLLECT THEM ALL! Princess Katie and her kittens have more adorable adventures in:PIXIE AT THE PALACE - SUKI IN THE SNOW - POPPY AND THE PRINCE - RUBY AND THE ROYAL BABY

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Take an astral journey through the constellations with this beautiful 1,000-piece puzzle. Featuring: 1,000 full-color interlocking piecesArt print with puzzle imageFinished puzzle is 26 3/8" x 18 7/8

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Set against the backdrop of devastating California wildfires, Trial by Fire is a powerful novel about the courage it takes to open your heart again, from the billion-copy bestseller Danielle Steel. Dahlia de Beaumont is the CEO of a high-end perfume and cosmetics company based in Paris. Cruelly widowed at thirty, she brought her four children up alone. Now aged fifty, she guards her heart by burying herself in work, motherhood, and a long-term yet casual relationship with a married man.Travelling for business, Dahlia is left stranded in San Francisco when terrible wildfires break out, causing widespread death and destruction. Moved by the tragic stories of injured animals, Dahlia volunteers at a pet rescue centre in Napa Valley, where she meets Mark Hamilton, a handsome lawyer who has also been wounded by love in the past.When Dahlia seeks Mark’s legal counsel, they grow close, feeling a spark that both thought they never would again. But as black smoke fills the air, and the raging fires move ever closer to San Francisco, their lives remain in grave danger.With everything at stake, is Dahlia willing to take a risk, and put all her cards on the table once more?

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Dazzling stories of love, magic and betrayal . . .A sensational collection from internationally bestselling author Olivie Blake.Once upon a time, in a land far, far away, the spirit tethered to a magical bridge rapidly approaches burnout – and craves her freedom. Elsewhere, Congress enacts a complex auditing system designed to un-waste your youth. We also follow a banished fairy, as she answers a Craigslist ad. And we meet a Victorian orphan, who gains literacy for her occult situationship. In another time and place, a multiverse assassin contemplates the one who got away.Escape the slow trudge of mortality with these magical ruminations on life, death and the love (or revenge) that outlasts both. This collection also features modified fairy tales, contemporary heists, absurdist poetry and at least one set of actual wedding vows.Januaries is collection of new and existing short stories from the internationally bestselling author Olivie Blake.‘Olivie Blake is a mind-blowing talent’ – Chloe Gong, author of These Violent Delights‘Sign me up for anything she writes’ – CosmopolitanAlso by Olivie Blake:The Atlas SixThe Atlas ParadoxThe Atlas ComplexAlone with You in the EtherOne For My EnemyMasters of DeathOlivie Blake is a multiple Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller - reaching No. 1 for The Atlas Complex in January 2024.

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Joy is an unforgettable story about a determined young woman and her voyage of self-discovery, from billion-copy bestselling author Danielle Steel.Allegra Dixon has never felt loved or wanted. Rejected by her mother – a cold, beautiful socialite – and her absentee military father, Allegra’s only escape from her lonely existence is through books and her own rich fantasy world.When she marries her childhood sweetheart, Shepherd Williams, it seems Allegra’s life has finally taken a turn for the better. But as Shep is pulled into the dark world of military conflict, he is slowly destroyed by the horrors he has seen in combat, and becomes a dangerous man that Allegra doesn’t recognize.Desperate for a fresh start, Allegra leaves a job she loves in New York and moves to California to start a new life. She takes a job as assistant to film score composer Henry Platt, a man with a reputation for creative genius and an intense, frenetic personality.As new opportunities arise and hard challenges continue to bar her path to happiness – can Allegra finally find the joy and fulfilment she truly deserves?

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Whiplash is a gut wrenching story of a Muizenberg Sex worker, Tess who Pops painkillers by the handful and sells her body to strangers. When a condom breaks, Tess's life swings one eighty degrees. She gives up her drugs until she can get to an abortion clinic. Her cold turkey opens up a window in her mind, whipping Tess into a shattering understanding of how she got here. Tess's quirky humour, raw honesty and deep love of beauty lead her to find redemption in astonishing places. This book has a huge heart, like Tess, revealing that there is something in everyone that cannot be touched. Not by human hands. Not ever.

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The groundbreaking debut novel from the bestselling author of HAMNET and THE MARRIAGE PORTRAIT: one of the most extraordinary love stories you'll ever read.*Over 480,000 copies sold* 'This devastatingly skilful love story will break your heart!' Alice Winn'Gripping. Superbly moving' Ali Smith'Such a visceral, heartrending read about grief and love' Claire DaverleyA distraught young woman boards a train at King's Cross to return to her family in Scotland. Six hours later, she catches sight of something so terrible in a mirror at Waverley Station that she gets on the next train back to London.AFTER YOU'D GONE follows Alice's mental journey through her own past, after a traffic accident has left her in a coma. A love story that is also a story of absence, and of how our choices can reverberate through the generations, it slowly draws us closer to a dark secret at a family's heart.'Remarkable. Luminous' Observer'Deeply moving' The Times'An amazing study of love and grief as it poses the wrenching question: What do you do with all the love you have for someone when they're gone?' Glamour⭐ What readers are saying; ⭐ 'Moving, funny, life affirming and devastating all at once' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I have never been so emotionally moved by a book!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Made my heart swell and break in turn. Beautifully written' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Become body literate with Breasts: An owner's guide, the first in an enlightening series of books that democratise health for a new generation of readers. Breasts is an informative, practical, and engaging introduction to understanding and caring for our most mythologised and objectified body part. This conversation-starting book focuses on breasts through lived experience, revealing essential things to know right now and what to expect tomorrow.Author Dr Philippa Kaye is both your GP and your friend, who believes everyone has a right to know their body. Dr Philippa tells it like it is, translating medical jargon into simple, witty prose, answering frequently asked patient queries, and investigating what we love, fear, and most misunderstand about our mammaries. Explore further: - A 10-step chapter structure to understanding and loving your breasts.- Explores the breast's full lifespan and applies science to the everyday.- Easy-to-follow, with simple Q&As, how-to guides, and mythbusters; plus insightful diagrams and infographics.- Newly commissioned explanatory illustrations bring fresh light to the topic.From regular self-checks and bra fitting advice, to sports, breastfeeding and what to do when things go wrong - this taboo-tackling book applies science to the everyday, with simple illustrations, checklists, FAQs, and myth busters, all supported by the latest medical research. Breasts: An owner's guide won't just help you to better understand your body, it might even change your life.

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It's time to fight back. Each day, more South Africans are targeted, labelled, and hounded out of society for expressing their opinions - ordinary opinions that just a few years ago were accepted as rational common sense. Have you been "cancelled" by an online mob that won't stop harassing you until you're fired from your job? Helen Zille almost was - but she survived by fighting back. In #StayWoke: Go Broke, the bestselling author and defining South African political figure explains why the woke Left constitutes a greater threat to South Africa's future than the populist Right does. Now more than ever, liberals must strengthen their spines and fight for their values - or be eviscerated in the Culture Wars raging across the English-speaking world. If you're looking for an incisive, indispensable survival guide through this tumultuous period of South African history, then #StayWoke: Go Broke is for you.

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Wild and strange stories have circulated about the female body since antiquity. While legends of poisoned hymens and fanged vaginas circulated, the first female figure – Mother Earth – was recreated as a crooked rib. Ranging from the absurd to the empowering, these myths not only survive but continue to wield power today.The Shrinking Goddess brings together myths about the female form and traces the subsequent male efforts to ‘tame’ it. Mineke Schipper examines how women’s bodies have been represented since records began – the first Venus and vulva figures date to 40,000 BCE – and around the world. Drawing together the vast reservoir of myths, proverbs, art, science and scripture that shape how women are seen in the present day, Schipper reclaims the female body as a source of power. Readers of Angela Davis, Mary Beard, Audre Lorde, Betty Friedan and Germaine Greer will want to read this book.

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