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The picture book adventure that will make you fall in love with rainy days! When a drop of rain turns into a storm, a small mouse must find courage, ingenuity and resilience to make it home safely. But what will happen to his very special parcel?! Perfect rainy day reading! This unique, mouse’s-eye view of the world is sure to enchant young readers and their parents.

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Part hallucinatory road trip, part feminist revenge fantasy: a wild, furious and mischievous novel from an incendiary new European talent.Fila's mother Magdalena caused chaos every time she appeared in her daughter's life. Fila hasn't seen her in years, not since she disgraced their family by advertising her brothel in the newspaper.Now, news comes from Italy: Magdalena is dead. It's time for Fila to finally face her family history.Fila collects her mother's ashes and sets out, urn in tow, to retrace the whirlwind life of the woman last known as Favorita.

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Featuring musical icons Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, R&B legends Mary J Blige, Aaliyah and Ashanti, and current icons SZA and H.E.R., Queens of R&B is an electrifying must-read for R&B enthusiasts.This joyful book explores the genre’s journey – from 1940s rhythm and blues, through funk, soul and hip-hip – and its explosion in the 1990s – to the R&B we know and love today. Featuring complementary playlists alongside detailed profiles of ten female trailblazers, this bold book is fully illustrated throughout.Queens of... seriesPacked with iconic images, cultural history and playlists, The Queens of... series is a celebration of influential music genres and the female pioneers that defined them.

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****THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER****Sharpen your instincts in a world full of uncertainty and risk.The training to become a fighter pilot is among the most competitive and difficult in the world with fewer than one-in-a-thousand succeeding. Pushing a cutting-edge jet to its limits at over 1,000 mph means that every split-second decision can have catastrophic consequences. Throughout his high-pressure career in the cockpit of the world's most advanced and expensive weapons systems, Hasard Lee learned to master skills at the apex of decision-making theory and practice.Now he shares gripping firsthand accounts from his time as a fighter pilot, and distills what he's learned into a powerful ACE Helix framework that can be used in business and in life, revealing how to: LEARN BETTER AND FASTER CULTIVATE MENTAL TOUGHNESS DEVELOP THE SKILLS TO QUICKLY ASSESS, CHOOSE, AND EXECUTE AND MUCH, MUCH MOREThese combat-tested techniques have already benefitted CEO's, astronauts, CIA agents and many others, and now The Art of Clear Thinking will enable anyone to perform at their peak.

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'Thank you, Dr Mosconi' Davina McCall'I had never really fathomed how hormonal changes impact the brain until I read The Menopause Brain' Gwyneth Paltrow'The Menopause Brain will quickly become your new best friend' Halle BerryTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERMenopause and perimenopause are still baffling to most doctors, leaving patients exasperated as they grapple with symptoms ranging from hot flashes to insomnia to brain fog. As a leading neuroscientist and women's brain health specialist, Dr Mosconi unravels these mysteries by revealing how menopause doesn't just impact the ovaries - it's a hormonal show in which the brain takes centre stage.The decline of the hormone estrogen during menopause influences everything from body temperature to mood to memory, potentially paving the way for cognitive decline later in life. To conquer these challenges successfully, Dr. Mosconi brings us the latest approaches - explaining the role of cutting-edge hormone replacement therapies like 'designer estrogens,' hormonal contraception and key lifestyle changes encompassing diet, exercise and self-care.Best of all, Dr Mosconi dispels the myth that menopause signifies an end, demonstrating that it's actually a transition. Contrary to popular belief, if we know how to take care of ourselves during menopause, we can emerge with a renewed, enhanced brain - ushering in a meaningful and vibrant new chapter of life.

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'Darkly addictive' Katy Hays'Gripping, accomplished, original' Janice Hallett'Razor sharp' Stephanie WrobelEVERYBODY KNOWS THE STORY. NOBODY KNOWS THE TRUTH...Lucy Golden is a true crime icon, infamous for killing someone as a teenager while escaping a California cult led by her father.Twenty years later, still coasting on the original success of the memoir she wrote after her acquittal, Lucy knows that her story is always just one news cycle away from obscurity, even as online trolls ask questions that threaten to tear her life apart.So when a hot-shot documentary filmmaker decides to make her case his next subject, Lucy sees a chance to silence her doubters once and for all.As filming begins, and she returns to face her own past trauma in the California desert, long-buried secrets collide with present-day threats. Just how far will Lucy go to protect the story she's been telling - and selling - all along?

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From the Sibert Honor-winning creator behind The Unwanted and Drowned City comes one of the darkest episodes in American history: the Spanish Influenza epidemic of 1918. This nonfiction graphic novel explores the causes, effects, and lessons learned from a major epidemic in our past, and is the perfect tool for engaging readers of all ages, especially teens and tweens learning from home. New Year's Day, 1918. America has declared war on Germany and is gathering troops to fight. But there's something coming that is deadlier than any war. When people begin to fall ill, most Americans don't suspect influenza. The flu is known to be dangerous to the very old, young, or frail. But the Spanish flu is exceptionally violent. Soon, thousands of people succumb. Then tens of thousands . . . hundreds of thousands and more. Graves can't be dug quickly enough. What made the influenza of 1918 so exceptionally deadly--and what can modern science help us understand about this tragic episode in history? With a journalist's discerning eye for facts and an artist's instinct for true emotion, Sibert Honor recipient Don Brown sets out to answer these questions and more in Fever Year.

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#1 New York Times Bestseller! Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource: sports, pop culture, science and technology, U.S. history and government, world geography, business, and so much more.The World Almanac® is America’s bestselling reference book of all time, with more than 83 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for school, library, business, and home. The 2026 edition of The World Almanac reviews the biggest events of 2025 and will be your go-to source for questions on any topic in the upcoming year. Praised as a “treasure trove of political, economic, scientific and educational statistics and information” by The Wall Street Journal, The World Almanac and Book of Facts will answer all of your trivia needs effortlessly.Features include:2025—Top 10 News Topics: The editors of The World Almanac list the top stories that held the world's attention in 2025.2025—Year in Sports: Hundreds of pages of trivia and statistics that are essential for any sports fan, featuring complete coverage of the 2025 World Series and a 2026 Winter Olympic Preview.2025—Year in Pictures: Striking full-color images from around the world in 2025, covering news, entertainment, science, and sports.2025—Offbeat News Stories: The World Almanac editors found some of the strangest news stories of the year.World Almanac Editors' Picks: Time Capsule: The World Almanac lists the items that most came to symbolize the year 2025.The World at a Glance: This annual feature of The World Almanac provides a quick look at the surprising stats and curious facts that define the changing world.Trump Administration: All the essential details about Pres. Donald Trump's unprecedented second term, including the political appointees taking over leadership of executive departments and federal agencies.Other Highlights: More new data to help understand the world, including housing costs, immigration and forced removal statistics, public schools and test scores, streaming TV and movie ratings, and much more.

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A thorough volume with extraordinary photography, detailing the past, present, and future of the legendary Lamborghini autos. The official Lamborghini book, sponsored by Automobili Lamborghini. Featuring never-before-published photos and original drawings from Lamborghini archives, this is a visual masterpiece for lovers of luxury sportscars. It includes sketches by Mitja Borkert, head of Lamborghini design since 2016, and exclusive interviews with Automobili Lamborghini executives CEO Stephan Winkelmann and former CTO Maurizio Reggiani. This comprehensive volume features every Lamborghini model from the classic Miura and Countach to the new Revuelto. It also includes an exclusive first look at the heir to the Huracan, the Temerario, as well as the Lamborghini Lanzador electric concept. The book takes you on a journey throughout the extraordinary Lamborghini factory in Sant’Agata Bolognese, allowing you to view and appreciate not only classic Lamborghini cars but also the most futuristic models from Automobili Lamborghini's design studios.

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Do you ever wonder what is happening inside your brain when you feel anxious, panicked, and worried? Now fully revised and updated, Rewire Your Anxious Brain offers a unique, evidence-based solution to overcoming anxiety based in cutting-edge neuroscience. In Rewire Your Anxious Brain, psychologist Catherine Pittman and author Elizabeth Karle show how the amygdala and cortex (both key parts of the brain) are essential players in the neuropsychology of anxiety. The amygdala acts as a primal response, and oftentimes, when this part of the brain processes fear, you may not even understand why you are afraid. By comparison, the cortex is the center of "worry." That is, obsessing, ruminating, and dwelling on things that may or may not happen. In the book, Pittman and Karle provide specific examples of how to manage fear by tapping into both of these pathways in the brain. You'll gain a greater understanding of how anxiety is created in the brain, and as a result, you will feel empowered and motivated to overcome it. This new edition also features the latest in cutting-edge brain research, unique "goal-focused" self-assessments, and more than a decade of new findings in neuroscience. The brain is a powerful tool, and the more you work to change the way you respond to fear, the more resilient you will become. Using the practical and proven-effective techniques in this book, you will learn to literally "rewire" the brain processes that lie at the root of your fears.

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Make your home spotless in next to no timeFrom quick fixes for spills and stains to swift spritzes and full spring cleans, TV's favourite cleaning expert, Iwan Carrington, shows you how to make your home spick and span with minimal elbow grease.Room by room and task by task, Clean in 15 makes maintaining a sparkling home a doddle with ingenious hacks and easy routines that promise more free time for you.Make it easy: Follow routines that are fun, simple, and faff-freeMake time: Complete tasks in 5 to 50 minutesMake it happen: Only take action when you need to, from daily hacks to monthly maintenanceMake it yourself: Follow budget-saving recipes for multipurpose cleaning products

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Yu is a young boy suddenly bestowed with the powers of the Amazing Spider-Man! Can he find his courage in time to save the day?Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man spins a new web!Welcome to Ohakama City, Japan. Yu, a timid boy who loves to draw manga, is attacked by a villain, only to be rescued by the super hero known as Spider-Man! Despite being defeated, the villain activates a device that merges Yu and Spider-Man together.Yu is not the only one at Ohakama Elementary with a secret! Classmate and super genius Ginta Takoya is also a super fan of super villains! Yu and Spider-Man have their hands full this time—this villain’s got eight tentacles!

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Don’t just chase your goals, smash them – with this empowering, action-filled approach… Paul Mort lives the change he empowers in other people. Now, following on from his audiobook and his sold-out coaching programmes, this new book shows how to break out of your rut, build a happier, healthier life and quit the excuses we tell ourselves. The result? Not just living the life you want, but bringing your best self to your family and friends too. Paul breaks down big goals and big dreams into actions and mindsets that demolish excuses, negativity and procrastination. In short, punchy chapters, Paul shows how having a strong sense of self and a stable, powerful focus means you can achieve your goals unaffected by other people’s drama, negativity or destructive habits. No BS, no judgements, just support and clarity. Chapters include: The essence of an electric life – living a supercharged existenceYou’re just a white belt – how to deal with self-sabotage‘Great story, bro,’ – the bullshit we tell ourselvesHow to survive without Social MediaWe all need something to slay – the need for purposeSh*t smells but it’s warm – escaping comfort zonesFinding a Wolfpack – spending time with like-minded peopleNailing your goal to a processMorning routines / Establishing and keeping habitsGet rid of the fear of what people think of usProcrastination: how to make taking action easy Punchy, powerful and positive, the book captures Paul’s trademark no-bullsh*t, no excuses inspiring voice and gives readers a clear, accountable way of achieving their goals, wherever they’re starting from.

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The Love Language That Matters Most, How to Personalize Love so They Really Feel ItIf you’re one of the 20 million readers of The 5 Love Languages, you already know love isn’t one-size-fits-all.But knowing someone’s love language isn’t enough.Real connection happens when you master their dialect, the personal, powerful way your partner uniquely receives love. That’s when love moves from routine to remarkable—for both of you.This book is your master class in emotional connection.In The Love Language That Matters Most, Dr. Gary Chapman teams up with relationship experts Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott to help you move beyond the basics and speak love in a way that finally lands.This book shows you how to: Avoid the #1 reason heartfelt love still misses the mark Finally see how personality types shape the way love is given—and received Ask the most important question for improving your love life Get more of the love you crave—without having to ask twice Use the new, practical ways for keeping both of your love tanks full to the brim After decades of helping couples love better, Chapman says, “The love language that matters most is the one your loved one is longing to hear.”Whether you’re dating, newly married, or years into forever, this is your guide to speaking love like never before.

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Meet the Fairy Scout Friends, a group of misfit fairies working together to earn their magic! Rain begins her training--and learns a fairy-sized lesson about teamwork--in this first book in the illustrated chapter book series full of heart and fairy charm. Rain is not your typical peaches-and-lollipops kind of fairy. She would choose muddy rainstorms over sunshine any day, hands down. Another thing she dislikes? Working in a group. So when her brand-new club is tasked with building a fairy house together, Rain decides she'd rather do her own thing. Because teamwork is never worth the trouble...right? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Fairy Scout Friends chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to San Francisco. Discover San Francisco's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from gazing in awe at the momentous Golden Gate Bridge; to exploring the urban-art district of Mission, which boasts more than 400 murals; and partying the night away in SoMa. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's San Francisco travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate San Francisco effortlesslyExciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activitiesExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of San FranciscoGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Golden Gate Park to Haight Street and AlcatrazEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with San Francisco's culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: The Marina, Fisherman's Wharf & the Piers; Downtown, Civic Center & SoMa; North Beach & Chinatown; Nob Hill & Russian Hill; Japantown, Fillmore & Pacific Heights; The Mission, Dogpatch & Potrero Hill; The Castro; The Haight & Hayes Valley; Golden Gate Park & the Avenues plus day trips to Berkeley & Oakland; Muir Woods to Stinson Beach; Sausalito & Tiburon; Napa Valley; Sonoma Valley  Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's San Francisco. 

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FROM THE #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF HOLY ISLAND AND THE HERMITAGEBetween the devil and the deep blue sea…Viking treasure is discovered beneath the icy waters of the North Sea and local historian Doctor Anna Taylor is called in to help catalogue the most exciting hoard in living memory. But when a shipwreck diver washes up dead, she’s soon out of her depth. Luckily, she knows just the person to call…When DCI Ryan arrives at the picturesque fishing town of Seahouses, he's faced with an impenetrable wall of secrets and lies. As he juggles marine archaeology and the cutthroat world of shipwreck diving, another murder blows the case wide open. To uncover the truth, Ryan must delve deeper into the hearts of those around him to find what lies beneath…Murder and mystery are peppered with romance and humour in this fast-paced crime whodunnit set amidst the spectacular Northumbrian landscape.---------------------------------PRAISE FOR LJ ROSS"LJ Ross is the queen of Kindle" - Sunday Telegraph"She keeps company with the best mystery writers" - The Times"Holy Island is a blockbuster" - Daily Express"A literary phenomenon" - Evening Chronicle

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THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the bestselling author of This Is Your Brain on Music and The Organized Mind, a surprising and inspiring exploration of the healing power of music.'Fascinating' Observer'Eye-opening' Rolling Stone'Intriguing as a long jazz riff' NEW YORK TIMESWe are only just beginning to appreciate the healing power of music on our minds and bodies.Here, a neuroscientist and celebrated musician introduces a bold new paradigm for medical treatment. From explaining how ‘rhythmic auditory stimulation’ can fight multiple sclerosis, to examining why Tracy Chapman’s songs might just help cure PTSD, Professor Daniel Levitin explores how each of us can use music to calm our thoughts, repair our memories and heal our deepest psychological wounds. The result is both a surprising tour through the science of music, and a joyful celebration of humanity’s oldest obsession.

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Fans of Amelia Bedelia and Dory Fantasmagory will laugh themselves silly at Venus Washington's misunderstanding about her grandma's secret recipe in this first book in a hilarious new chapter book series! Venus Washington isn't sure why her parents named her that, since she was born on Earth and she's never been to Washington. One thing she does know: her favorite food is cotton candy. But after that, it's definitely lasagna. Yummy, gooey, cheesy lasagna. Grandma makes the best lasagna. Venus wants to know her super delicious recipe--until Grandpa lets it slip that the secret ingredient may be toes. Yuck! With the help of BFF Summer, WEF (Worst Enemy Forever) Winter, and super-smart pet Hamsterburger, Venus sets out to save her family from the worst secret ingredient ever!

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A special bind-up edition from #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover featuring the fourth and fifth instalments in the Hopeless series.In All Your Perfects, Quinn and Graham’s perfect love is threatened by their imperfect marriage. The memories, mistakes and secrets that they have built up over the years are now tearing them apart. The one thing that could save them might also be the very thing that pushes their marriage beyond the point of repair.A profound novel about a damaged couple whose potential future hinges on promises made in the past. Can a resounding love with a perfect beginning survive a lifetime between two imperfect people?The Hopeless series concludes in Finding Perfect when friends Daniel, Six, Holder, Sky and Breckin are planning to celebrate Thanksgiving with a Friendsgiving dinner at Sky’s parents’ house.But things have been off within the tightknit group and when Daniel reaches out to Six to ask the hard questions he hasn’t dared to bring up since they last spoke, he discovers that it’s their shared secret that’s casting a cloud over the holiday. Suddenly, Daniel must do everything he can to find answers for the one person he loves the most in the world, but will this search only lead to despair?

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Unlock the secrets of the Mediterranean diet and discover a lifetime of health benefits with this beginner’s guide and cookbook, written by a registered dietitian nutritionist.The Mediterranean diet has long been regarded as one of the healthiest eating patterns on the planet. Crowned the best diet in the world by U.S. News & World Report seven years in a row—and now being recommended by healthcare professionals as an ideal complement to GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Ozempic—no other diet beats it when it comes to supporting heart health, brain health, weight management, and the prevention of diabetes and other chronic diseases. Emphasizing a balanced approach to nutrition, the importance of whole, unprocessed foods, moderation, social connections, and the enjoyment of fresh, plant-based meals, the Mediterranean diet is not only good for you but for your community and the planet. But knowing it’s the best diet around and knowing how to start following it are two different things. That’s where this book comes in.Written by Alexandria Zozos, a registered dietitian nutritionist who comes from a Greek family and specializes in the Mediterranean diet, The 30-Day Mediterranean Meal Plan & Cookbook unveils the compelling research behind the reign of this sustainable, plant-forward diet and provides a simple, flexible blueprint so you can start following it—and reaping the incredible health and longevity benefits!—immediately. In the first part, Alexandria offers a 4-week plan to gradually introduce you to the diet. Each week features a complete 7-day meal plan and shopping guide for you to follow while introducing a different aspect of the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, including the fundamentals of the diet, nutritional guidance, lifestyle and holistic health practices, and sustainability. The flexible meal plans include suggestions for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and desserts, so you can be assured you’ll find satisfaction (super important on the Mediterranean Diet!) while you explore the life-changing benefits of this way of eating. In the second part, Alexandria includes 80 simple recipes, from comforting family classics to nutritionally-optimized entrees, including:Mediterranean Granola with Hemp SeedsHerbed Olive Oil FocacciaYiayia’s famous stuffed peppersAvgolemono SoupVegetable Pasta e FagioliCrunchy Chickpea and Kale Salad with Tahini Garlic DressingRatatouille ProvençalSicilian-Inspired Eggplant ParmesanChicken Souvlaki & Veggie Skewers Tuscan “Butter” ShrimpSesame Tahini Cookies Citrus Olive Oil CakeAnd more!Brimming with practical advice, gorgeous photography, and enough clean, whole-food recipes to make anyone happy, The 30-Day Mediterranean Meal Plan & Cookbook includes everything you need to set yourself up for a lifetime of success with the world’s healthiest diet.

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Now more than ever--it's time to get out of your mind and into your life! If you're struggling with painful thoughts and emotions, anxiety about the future, depression, the effects of trauma, job stress, or anger, this game-changing workbook--now in a special 20th anniversary edition--can help you build the psychological flexibility needed to reduce your suffering and commit to living your life based on what matters most to you now. Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life has already introduced hundreds of thousands of readers to the core skills of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)--a revolutionary approach that reveals the reasons why we suffer, and how to be mentally healthy. In this anniversary edition--featuring a new preface by author and ACT originator, Steven C. Hayes--you'll learn how ACT can help you live a vital, meaningful life, even in the most challenging times. As you work through the book, you'll discover how to stop fighting or avoiding your pain, and develop a willingness to embrace every experience life has to offer. You'll find evidence-based strategies to: Face fears and challenges--rather than avoid them Become more mindful and intentional in each moment Foster willingness to accept all of life's experiences Defuse from negative thoughts and emotions Focus on what really matters to you ACT is not about resisting your emotions; it's about feeling them completely without letting them control you. More than just a self-help workbook, this is an essential road map to cultivate psychological flexibility, thrive in the face of adversity, and--most importantly--get out of your mind and into your life! This book has been awarded the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies Self-Help Seal of Merit―an award bestowed on outstanding self-help books that are consistent with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles, and that incorporate scientifically tested strategies for overcoming mental health difficulties. Used alone or in conjunction with therapy, our books offer powerful tools readers can use to jump-start changes in their lives.

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"A breath of fresh air in the genre of healing fiction. Boldly exploring the grey areas and struggles of life . . . it left me feeling hopeful that a small step in the right direction is what it takes to make things better" Shanna Tan, translator of Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop "The Blanket Cats is a triumph" Jinwoo Chong, award-winning author of FluxFlux and I Leave It Up to YouIs three days with a cat enough to change your life?The troubled and anxious of Tokyo are desperate to find out. They all have their problems - and they all want to believe that a feline companion from a unique pet shop can help them find a solution. But there are rules: they must be returned after three days, and they must always sleep in their own familiar blankets.In The Blanket Cats, we meet seven such customers, including a couple struggling with infertility, a middle-aged woman on the run from the police, and two families in very different circumstances simply seeking joy.But like all their kind, the blanket cats are mysterious creatures with their own unknowable agendas, who delight in confounding expectations. And perhaps what their hosts are looking for isn't what they really need. Three days may not be enough to change your life. But it might be enough to change how you see it."There's more to the mysterious Blanket Cats than meets the eye. Shigematsu's canny felines are adept at bringing clarity to their temporary owners and giving them a subtle nudge in another - often unexpected - direction" Cat Anderson, translator of The Chibineko KitchenTranslated from the Japanese by Jesse Kirkwood

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Without the wealth, without the cave, he s still the Absolute Dark Knight! Meet Batman as you ve never seen him before, reimagined with a modern origin story at the hands of superstar creative team Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta! An astonishing new version of DC s iconic characters is here! In the Absolute Universe, familiar heroes have been reinvented from the ground up with origin stories that completely reshape both their abilities and their circumstances but maintain the core characteristics that fans have known and loved for decades! Bruce Wayne comes from nothing. He s not the scion of a wealthy empire in Gotham City, he s the son of a public school teacher who he experienced the unimaginable horror of random gun violence as a child, changing the trajectory of his life forever. With no limitless resources, no billions to fund him, no mansion, and no butler to care for him, Bruce has shaped himself into an entirely different breed of Batman, one that is equal parts brain and brawn, who exists exclusively in the grittiest and most underserved parts of Gotham with no high society mask to fall back on. Collects Absolute Batman #1-6.

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Twiggy best friends always stick together in the second book in this hilarious full-colour graphic novel series, from the creators of the best-selling REAL PIGEONS! The world is big when you're a twig, but problems, surprises – and big feelings – are no match for best friends Red, Ziggy, Noodle and Stump! In three adorably funny new comic stories, Ziggy is determined to find some treasure to prove that she's a real explorer; Stump experiences GREAT SADNESS (but it's OK); and Red Twig shows the others how to enjoy a mud cake. At the end, young readers can learn to make their own twig friend with simple step-by-step instructions! This funny young graphic novel will surprise and delight young readers aged 5-8, and is the perfect series to help branch them out from picture books to chapter books and graphic novels. If you love hilarious friendship series like Narwhal and Jelly, you'll adore TWIG FRIENDS! Read the whole series now: Twig FriendsTwig Friends Stick TogetherTwig Friends Go Wild (coming soon!)

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Take notes on each of Christie’s classic cases as you progress through her extensive bibliography with the help of this beautifully designed hardcover journal. Each page is specific to a different title with prompts for recording reading dates, rating the stories, collecting clues, and answering the all-important question, “Did you crack the case?” Copyright © 2025 Agatha Christie Limited.

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Searching for a new hobby to liven up your home with affordable, innovative, and irresistible craftwork? Then this guide is for you! The art of macramé is one of the most accessible ways to create bohemian, chic, and artistic designs and wonderfully rewarding hobby you can perform from home. In this book, author Angela Barrett steers you through different knot styles like alternating reef knots and half-hitch knots, so you can learn to macramé at any speed you like. Her step-by-step instructions, photographed in painstaking detail, will hold your hand the entire time, teaching you everything from macramé plant hangers to beautiful macramé wall hanging pieces. Discover the secrets of one of the top macramé artisans - and start crafting beautiful home creations to turn your space into a living, breathing testament to the power of the knot. From fruit hangers to wood hangings, you'll find all the instructions inside to assemble home decor that turns any space into a beautiful home.

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Harness the power of social capital to improve the efficacy and efficiency of healthcare organizations Written by Thomas Lee, Chief Medical Officer at Press Ganey, Social Capital in Healthcare describes a new and powerful framework for improving healthcare, arguing that managers should approach the work of building trust, teamwork, and high reliability with the same intensity and discipline as CFOs use when managing the finances of their organizations. Lee's powerful framework integrates management priorities such as safety, quality, patient experience, and workforce resilience/burnout/loyalty, demonstrating through data that these “silos” are in fact intertwined, and the work of improving them is best taken on with a single focus: improving social capital. In this book, readers will learn about: Key social capital themes in healthcare, including trust, respect, connectedness, and teamworkThe necessity of social capital in healthcare due to changes in medicine, patients, and societyBuilding social capital through transitivity, reciprocity, bridging connections, and driving the right valuesSocial capital initiatives at institutions such as the Mayo Clinic, Houston Methodist, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center Drawing upon deeply respected work from sociology, psychology, and business strategy, Social Capital in Healthcare earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all forward-thinking healthcare executives, managers, and consultants.

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LARGE PRINT EDITION One of the biggest concerns among aging men and women is the fear of falling. Chair yoga, or “yoga while seated,” allows anyone to experience all of the benefits of an exercise program without being afraid. In Chair Yoga for Seniors, registered yoga practitioner and instructor Lynn Lehmkuhl offers readers easy-to-follow yoga positions and stretches that can be done at home, while sitting down. Chair Yoga for Seniors outlines the physical and mental benefits that come with practicing yoga daily, and provides instructions for numerous different exercises, including:Full body warm-upsJoint rollsBeginner routinesIntermediate routinesExpert routinesFull body cool downsThe routines found in Chair Yoga for Seniors can help readers make daily exercise a reality and provide invaluable benefits such as increased energy and a boost in confidence.

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From sweet-smelling lavender fields and beachside restaurants to artists' enclaves, vast pine forests, and architectural gems: Experience the South of France with Moon Provence & the French Riviera. Inside you'll find:- Flexible itineraries for exploring Provence and the French Riviera at your own pace, including the best of the region in 14 days, 3 days in Avignon, and more- Strategic advice for art lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families- The top sights and unique experiences: Marvel at the seas of lavender fields in full bloom in Haute Provence, stroll through a market of fresh produce and artisan-made goods, or explore Avignon's Palais des Papes, the largest Gothic palace in the world. Enjoy wine tasting in the Northern Vaucluse, explore Verdon Gorge via kayak, or live out your James Bond fantasies at Casino de Monte-Carlo.- The best local flavors: Sip rosé where the wine was first created, try cured wild boar saucisson or a hearty bowl of daube de boeuf, and sample truffle cheeses- Expert insight from locals Jamie Ivey and Jon Bryant on where to eat, sleep, and discover the true spirit of the South of France- Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout- Focused coverage of Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles and the Var Coast, Nice and Antibes, Les Alpilles and the Arles, Avignon and the Vaucluse, and more- Thorough background information on the landscape, wildlife, history, government, and culture- Handy tools including a French phrasebook, customs and conduct, and information for LGBTQ, solo, and senior travelers, as well as families and travelers with disabilitiesWith Moon's practical tips and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can experience the very best of Provence & the French Riviera.Exploring more of Europe? Check out Moon Rome, Florence & Venice.

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Explore the nature of love in this charming new translation of selections from Plato’s great dramatic work, the SymposiumWhat is love? In poetry, songs, fiction, movies, psychology, and philosophy, love has been described, admired, lamented, and dissected in endless ways. Is love based on physical attraction? Does it bring out our better selves? How does it relate to sex? Is love divine? Plato’s Symposium is one of the oldest, most influential, and most profound explorations of such questions—it is even the source of the idea of “Platonic love.” How to Talk about Love introduces and presents the key passages and central ideas of Plato’s philosophical dialogue in a lively and highly readable new translation, which also features the original Greek on facing pages.The Symposium is set at a fictional drinking party during which prominent Athenians engage in a friendly competition by delivering improvised speeches in praise of Eros, the Greek god of love and sex. The aristocrat Phaedrus, the legal expert Pausanias, the physician Eryximachus, the comic playwright Aristophanes, and the tragic poet Agathon—each by turn celebrates different aspects of love before Socrates proposes not to praise love but to tell the truth about it. In the final speech, the politician and libertine Alcibiades argues that Socrates himself is the epitome of love.Deftly capturing the essence and spirit of Plato’s masterpiece, How to Talk about Love makes the Symposium more accessible and enjoyable than ever before.

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The ultimate technique-led guide to the graphic, expressive art of pen and ink: perfect for artists and illustrators!Colombian-born architect and artist David Morales provides easy-to-follow advice and inspiring instruction in this indispensable guide to pen and ink:Discover how to hold your pen to create different types of line;Add a range of key strokes, from hatching and stippling to scribbling;Understand value, tone and contrast like never before;Learn to critically observe and successfully compose your subjects, from still lifes and buildings to people;Learn through doing, with a variety of exercises ranging from 15 minutes to 2 hours long.Whether you're just starting out in this bold, exciting medium, or you're already an intermediate artist, illustrator or designer, this book contains pearls of wisdom that will teach and inspire you - and even experienced artists will appreciate David’s 'asides' on common mistakes and how to avoid them.The book also contains David's handy prompts for starting your own drawings; insider tips; dozens of techniques, each explained with simple illustrations; exercises to improve your skills; and, finally, three different categories of templates to copy or take inspiration from: nature, still life or urban.

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'Plotting that takes the breath away' IAN RANKIN'A fantastic thriller writer' MARK BILLINGHAM'Steve Cavanagh's twists hit you between the eyes. You never see them coming' ANTHONY HOROWITZA GIRL IS MISSING. SOMEONE IS LYING.WHO IS DEADLIER...Leonard Howell's worst nightmare has come true: his daughter Caroline has been kidnapped. Not content with relying on the cops, Howell calls the only man he trusts to get her back....THE MAN WHO KNOWS THE TRUTH...Eddie Flynn knows what it's like to lose a daughter and vows to bring Caroline home safe. Once a con artist, now a hotshot criminal attorney, Flynn is no stranger to the shady New York underworld....OR THE ONE WHO BELIEVES A LIE?However, as he steps back into his old life, Flynn realizes that the rules of game have changed - and that he is being played. But who is pulling the strings? And is anyone in this twisted case telling the truth...?A missing girl, a desperate father and a case that threatens to destroy everyone involved...Praise for the award-winning, Sunday Times bestseller Steve Cavanagh:'This guy is the real deal. Trust me' LEE CHILD'The ultimate treat for crime fiction fans' JANICE HALLETT'Steve Cavanagh writes the best hooks in the business' MICK HERRON'The real magic is in Steve Cavanagh's hypnotic storytelling power' SUNDAY EXPRESS'Cavanagh is a genius' EVENING STANDARD'A great author' MARTINA COLE

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Discover the remarkable NASA spacecraft that have captured our imaginations for decades.The rockets, rovers, satellites, and space stations that have charted courses into space are depicted in beautiful color images and paired with engaging annotations. Complete with a preface by Bill Nye, this collection perfectly captures the wonder and science of space exploration. From the earliest Saturn and Gemini missions through the modern-day Artemis and HALO ships, these extraordinary spacecraft will fascinate anyone intrigued by science, history, and the mysteries of the beyond.   

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An exquisite photography book featuring the collaborative work of fashion photographer Tom Kublin and renowned haute couture designer Cristóbal Balenciaga. This is the first book to document the short yet prolific artistic career of fashion photographer and filmmaker Tom Kublin, and a celebration of his creative union with Cristóbal Balenciaga during the fashion house’s postwar heyday in Paris. More than 140 photographs and film stills by Kublin capture the golden age of Balenciaga couture in the 1950s and 1960s, from the impeccable elegance of the collection shoots – including exclusive film footage of Balenciaga himself at work – to striking covers and editorials for high-profile magazines. The book begins with a foreword by the photographer’s daughter, María Kublin, and continues with a biography by Ana Balda, charting Kublin’s career, his place in the artistic milieu of the European avant-garde, and his working relationship with Cristóbal Balenciaga. Miren Vives, head of the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum, also contributes. Additional texts come from the fashion industry professionals who worked with and knew Kublin best: an interview with his partner and muse, the model Katinka Bleeker; memories from the Italian fashion photographer Gian Paolo Barbieri, who began his career as Kublin’s assistant in Paris in the 1960s; and a piece by Lydia Slater, editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar UK, who looks back on Kublin’s work for the magazine at a pivotal time in its history. Honouring the successes and innovations of Tom Kublin’s stellar career, this book records for posterity his contribution to fashion photography and to the iconography of the House of Balenciaga.

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A kids Bible published with vibrant full-color features designed specifically for children to learn how to read and study God's Word.With more than 850 study notes written and designed specifically for children, the NKJV Study Bible for Kids helps readers engage with Scripture. This full-color, easy-to-read NKJV edition makes Scripture come alive in the eyes of children ages 8-12. This Bible pops with color on every page making Scripture exciting for a child, rousing their curiosity, encouraging them to engage in the Word, and explaining scriptural truths in a way that children can comprehend.Designed specifically for kids—helping them to engage with Scripture, understand its relevance today, apply it to their lives, and lay a firm foundation to grow in their faith. All these features and more are integrated throughout the Bible text—and are conveniently indexed by topic for quick and easy reference.In addition, the NKJV Study Bible for Kids includes colorful maps to help find Bible locations and historical events. A dictionary/concordance to help navigate words and terms in the Bible. Timelines to give context to biblical and historical events. And more—all the tools children need to grow in their faith and share it with others.Key features include:Epic Ideas articles cover key topics and important themes of the Christian life—from sin and death to salvation, forgiveness, God’s promises, relationships, wisdom, mercy, kindness, end times, and more.Action! segments provide practical ways to apply scriptural truths to everyday life by relating to the issues and emotions encountered by biblical characters.Spotlight sections show how God has worked among his people in Bible times and how He continues to work in our lives today.Starring Roles show personality profiles of leading Bible characters—from the greatest to the least—and how God used each of them for his purposes.Behind the Scenes are informative introductions to each book in the Bible, including highlights, key passages, author, dates, and more.In Focus call-outs showcase definitions and pronunciations of key wordsBook Introductions provide an overview and context for each bookOn Location Sections are colorful maps displaying a visual representation of Israel and other biblical locations for better contextTimelines highlight both biblical and historical eventsDictionary/Concordance helps kids navigate the meaning and occurrences of terms in the BibleArticles Index is a great study help and locator for articles within the Bible text

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THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!'KEPT ME READING EAGERLY'Philip Pullman'HUGE FUN AND, AS YOU'D EXPECT, ALSO BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN'Gyles Brandreth'QUITE SIMPLY ONE OF THE FINEST MYSTERIES I HAVE EVER READ'Rob Rinder 'A TANTALISING MYSTERY FOR WORD SLEUTHS AND CRIME FANS ALIKE'Janice Hallett, Sunday Times bestselling author of The AppealGuilty by Definition is a love letter not only to language but to the city of Oxford, wrapped within an intriguing mystery of a missing woman and considering the emotional aftershocks of her disappearance on those left behind.She'd known there would be ghosts in Oxford. Martha wasn't afraid of any headless horsemen, or nuns haunting the local ruins; it was Charlie, always Charlie she was afraid would find her.When an anonymous letter is delivered to the Clarendon English Dictionary, it is rapidly clear that this is not the usual lexicographical enquiry. Instead, the letter hints at secrets and lies linked to a particular year.For Martha Thornhill, the new senior editor, the date can mean only one thing: the summer her brilliant older sister Charlie went missing.After a decade abroad, Martha has returned home to the city whose ancient institutions have long defined her family. Have the ghosts she left behind her been waiting for her return?When more letters arrive, and Martha and her team pull apart the complex clues within them, the mystery becomes ever more insistent and troubling. It seems Charlie had been keeping a powerful secret, and someone is trying to lead the lexicographers towards the truth. But other forces are no less desperate to keep it well and truly buried.

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Winning strategies for investors looking to boost gains with artificial intelligence AI is one of the hottest investment trends on Wall Street. AI Investing For Dummies gives you all the must-know details on how artificial intelligence can benefit investors. You’ll learn how powerful AI can be in helping you make better decisions, identify hidden opportunities, and build wealth in stocks, bonds, commodities, and real estate. This easy-to-understand Dummies guide also covers budgeting, taxes, estates, and planning for college and retirement—all with AI-specific tactics that can improve efficiency, mitigate risk, and level up your portfolio’s performance. You’ll also find all the info you need to sift through and implement the right resources and solutions for you. Understand the benefits and drawbacks of AI investing Debunk the biggest myths about AI investing Get an in-depth analysis of the top AI stocks to watchLearn how to avoid common pitfalls in AI investing Take a peek at the role of AI in shaping the future of finance This is the ideal Dummies resource for consumers and investors who are new to AI and want to wrap their heads around this emerging technology.

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