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‘Magical … truly original … Writing of people who limited themselves and died of it, Als has overcome limits’ The New York Times Book Review What are the forces that shape us? Hilton Als’s brilliant, now-classic meditation on gender, race and personal identity in AmericaIn The Women, Hilton Als explores—with breath taking originality—the role of sexual and racial identity in marginalized lives. With a blend of fact and fiction, Als brings to vivid life a number of extraordinary characters, including: his mother, a singular woman whose West Indian heritage and determination inspired her son to write; Malcolm X's mother, whose mixed-race background and eventual descent into madness contributed to her son's burgeoning misogyny and fear; brilliant, Harvard-educated Dorothy Dean, who deeply empathized with white gay men; and Owen Dodson, teacher and poet, who played an important role in the author's development as a gay man, and thinker.Combining memoir, cultural history, social theory and storytelling, The Women is a profoundly innovative work which has inspired a generation of writers. Here, Als submits both racial and sexual stereotypes to scrutiny, showing ‘no mercy but every tenderness’. The results are exhilarating. The Women is that rarest of books: a memorable work of self-investigation that creates a form of all its own.

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Let Marco Polo Sardinia guide you around this captivating island. Explore Sardinia with this pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Experience the best of Sardinia, enjoy the top 10 sights and uncover some hidden gems. There are lots of ideas for keeping the kids entertained, as well as offering tips for travelling on a budget. Let Marco Polo show you all that Sardinia has to offer.  The Marco Polo Sardinia guide covers: Cagliari, Sassari, Alghero, Olbia, San Teodoro, Costa Smeralda, Palau, La Maddalena, Santa Teresa Gallura, Castelsardo, Bosa, Sinis Peninsula, Iglesias, Villasimius, Santa Maria Navarrese, Dorgalia, Cala Gonone, Orosei, Nuoro, Aritzo, Barumini. In this guide you’ll find:Insider Tips - we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this beautiful island from tucked-away restaurants to spectacular viewsBucket list - here we recommend the top 10 best Sardinian experiences from a boat trip through La Maddalena national park to exploring ‘fairy houses’, the prehistoric burial tombs hewn into rockBest of - find the best things to do if you’re travelling on a budget and the best things to do with the kids Sightseeing - all the top sights are organised by area, so you can easily plan your trip Discovery Tours - specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Sardinia. Experience the unique character of the island with these personal tours Sardinia in full-colour - Marco Polo Pocket Guide Sardinia includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your tripGet in the holiday mood - before even leaving home, get into the holiday mood with Marco Polo’s spotify playlist featuring songs related to the travel destination along with the best apps, blogs, film and book recommendationsUseful Italian phrases - the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by Pull-out map - we’ve included a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. Discover the island and its people, see places full of harmony and tranquillity and lively coasts which are a true beach paradise for families. Explore seemingly endless miles of coastline where you can sail, surf and dive, or take off on hiking trails and uncover the ancient mountain world of the interior.Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Sardinia to show you this amazing Italian island. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything that Sardinia has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

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A Warm Welcome presents a curated selection of 30 high-end hotels and resorts from all over the world that redefine the essence of understated elegance and quiet luxury. In today’s fast-paced world, where the pursuit of genuine tranquility often feels elusive, these carefully chosen destinations offer an escape that embodies refinement and serenity. Each page invites readers to explore environments designed to soothe the senses, showcasing spaces where opulence is subtle yet impactful, and where design harmoniously integrates with nature, cultural heritage, and the unique character of each location.From the minimalist sophistication of coastal and mountain retreats to the timeless charm of heritage hotels, this collection celebrates destinations where luxury is about more than just lavish decor—it’s about creating spaces that feel deeply personal, effortlessly comfortable, and wholly immersive. Through stunning photography and insightful narratives, readers are offered a glimpse into the world of refined travel experiences, where every detail has been thoughtfully curated to inspire relaxation, discovery, and joy.

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Powerful and practical tools to help you support your loved one with serious mental illness, while also making room for your own need.If you have a loved one-a spouse, adult child, or other family member-who is experiencing a mental health crisis such as schizophrenia, delusion, hearing voices, mania, depression, or catatonia, you need help right now. Your loved one might be resistant to treatment. You may feel helpless watching them struggle. And you may question whether you can handle the myriad everyday practical and emotional challenges ahead. It's important to know that you are not alone.Authors Katherine Ponte and Izzy Goncalves have been there. They are there. During Katherine's ongoing eighteen-year recovery from severe bipolar disorder and depression, her husband Izzy has been her primary caregiver. Together through trial, trauma, and triumph, they have amassed an unmatched store of lived experiences, shared perspectives, and lessons learned. They now bravely share, for the first time, everything they have come to understand about the challenges they've faced and surmounted together.A vital resource for families in crisis, this book will help you: ·Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental illness ·Maintain and improve communication between you and your loved one ·Better understand your loved one's feelings and emotions ·Handle special situations, including de-escalating crises ·Discover different options for treatment ·Make room for self-careThe book never forgets one crucial truth: you have needs, too. That's why the authors provide resources to ensure that you stay healthy, well-rested, and energized, so you can help your loved one on the path to recovery.

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“An invaluable tool for anyone wanting to deepen their connection not only to themselves but also to nature and the spirits that are all around. Joey Morris provides practical advice and techniques that offer a diverse and different way of connecting to the three worlds that are associated with Celtic beliefs.” —Jane Matthews, director of the World Divination Association   A revolutionary take on hedge witchery that focuses on what it means to reconnect with the sacred hedge in a modern world, Celtic Hedge Witchery—A Modern Approach teaches the ways, ideas, and methods of the hedgerow, so they become accessible even to those who cannot visit the physical locations themselves. Delving into secret liminal spaces, Morris expands the knowledge and understanding of what it means to truly embody the witchcraft life. She connects readers to the wildcrafting elements of plants and natural remedies, realigning the soul to the vibrations of the spiritual ecosystem to reconnect with the Earth and all her spirits. In a time when modernity, technology, and disconnection from the land has caused so many of us to feel lost and disheartened, Morris helps foster our kinship with the land.   Weaving together Morris’s personal witchcraft gnosis, Celtic Hedge Witchery focuses on embracing the shadows within ourselves as a reflection of sacred spaces. Morris offers a revolutionary take on what it means to be a hedge witch in the modern era and empowers us to “come home” to both the Earth and to ourselves. Spell work, recipes, meditative guides, and evocative poetry help guide us in connecting with Celtic deities of land, sea, and sky and in crossing the hedge into the Otherworld. Learn how to connect to your own natural witchcraft.Find the sacred landscape within yourself. Connect with plant and animal spirit allies within the hedge and benefit from their spiritual power.

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Princess Minna loves to sort out mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom! In this full-colour, illustrated chapter book, join her on an exciting quest to reverse the witch's spell before it is too late!Princess Minna lives in Castle Tall-Towers with the King and Queen, Raymond the Wizard and her best dragon friend, Lorenzo. There are often mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom and Princess Minna loves to sort them out! She can tame unicorns, kiss frogs and fight dragons (apart from Lorenzo) and she is very good at fixing things before it's time for bed. In The Singing Sisters, Princess Minna is visited by Princess Sky-Blue and her eleven sisters. They're going to have so much fun! But when the train arrives, all of Sky-Blue's sisters have been turned into nightingales by a wicked witch! Princess Minna is going to need all her skills and all her bravery to put this one right...Full of colourful illustrations, these short, funny stories are perfect for readers just moving on from picture books and visual readers.

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The fantasy adventure continues in the third book of the instant New York Times bestselling series! Return for Year Three at the global magic school in the sky in The Deadly Fates.When Ella, Brigit, and Jason return for their third year at the Arcanum Training Institute, they discover a dark plot brewing. Secrets and deception surround the magic school's founders, and the trio will stop at nothing to find out what really happened to the Institute's enigmatic Conjure architect.As they dive deeper into the mystery, it leads them to the Underworld and the Cards of Deadly Fate - a seemingly impenetrable prison full of villains. And worst of all, their old nemesis, Gia Trivelino, awaits them, ready to wreak more havoc.With tensions between Conjure folks and Marvellers at a fever pitch, the trio must face the living and the dead to get the answers they need to protect their world.Praise for The Marvellers:'The Marvellers deserves the highest compliment I can give a book: I want to live in this world' - Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson series'Characters I wish I could meet and magic that filled my dreams for days afterwards' - A. F. Steadman, author of the Skandar seriesThe perfect next read for fans of AMARI AND THE NIGHT BROTHERS and SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF.

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BATH BOOK – The Spark Splash! Color Magic Bath Book is a splash of aquatic fun for your little one's bath time adventures! Dive into the depths of imagination as colorful illustrations of friendly sharks enjoying their vibrant marine activities come to life with the touch of water. Simply dip the pages in water and watch as the colors magically appear before your eyes. From vibrant blues of the ocean to the vivid hues of the sharks, the transformation is sure to captivate your little one's imagination.     PERFECT FOR GIFTING –  Compact and portable, this bath book is perfect for bathtime play at home or on the go. Crafted from waterproof and baby-safe materials, this bath book is designed to withstand the rigors of bathtime play while providing endless entertainment. Each page showcases delightful artwork of playful sharks swimming among coral reefs, tropical fish, and other underwater wonders. It's a fin-tastic addition to your child's bathtime routine and a wonderful gift for any young explorer.     EDUCATIONAL –  Not only does the Shark Splash! Color Magic Bath Book provide sensory stimulation and visual delight, but it also encourages early learning and development. As your child engages with the colorful illustrations and splashes in the water, they'll enhance their cognitive skills, sensory awareness, and hand-eye coordination. Whether it's a daily routine or a special treat, our Color Magic Bath Book promises hours of watery fun and learning for your little shark enthusiast.     FAMILY BONDING –   Bath time already provides an opportunity for parents and children to interact and bond. Adding a color changing bath book to the mix enhances this experience by introducing an element of playfulness and engagement. As the pages change color in response to water, both parents and children can actively participate in the story, making bath time more enjoyable and memorable.  These sensory experiences not only captivate children's attention but also stimulate their senses, promoting cognitive development and sensory exploration.     MUDPUPPY - For over 25 years, Mudpuppy has created quality non-digital puzzles, games and toys for children and families that facilitate creative play and imaginative thinking. One of our core design principles is to engage kids and promote learning without the use of digital screens or technology. Mudpuppy is committed to designing and producing eco-friendly products that have a minimal carbon footprint. All Mudpuppy products adhere to CPSIA, ASTM, and CE Safety Regulations

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BATH BOOK – The I Dig Bubbles! Color Magic Bath Book is a splash of aquatic fun for your little one's bath time adventures! Adorable construction vehicles swap dirt for bubbles, working together in a sea of colorful suds. Simply dip the pages in water and watch as the colors magically appear before your eyes. From bright oranges of the diggers to the vibrant yellows of the trucks, the transformation is sure to captivate your little one's imagination.     PERFECT FOR GIFTING –  Compact and portable, this bath book is perfect for bathtime play at home or on the go. Crafted from waterproof and baby-safe materials, this bath book is designed to withstand the rigors of bathtime play while providing endless entertainment. Each page showcases delightful artwork of cheerful construction vehicles—such as diggers, dump trucks, and cranes—busily at work in their bubbly construction zone. It's a fantastic addition to your child's bathtime routine and a wonderful gift for any young construction lover.     EDUCATIONAL –  Not only does the I Dig Bubbles! Color Magic Bath Book provides sensory stimulation and visual delight, but it also encourages early learning and development. As your child engages with the colorful illustrations and splashes in the water, they'll enhance their cognitive skills, sensory awareness, and hand-eye coordination. Whether it's a daily routine or a special treat, our Color Magic Bath Book promises hours of watery fun and learning for your little construction enthusiast.     FAMILY BONDING – Bath time already provides an opportunity for parents and children to interact and bond. Adding a color changing bath book to the mix enhances this experience by introducing an element of playfulness and engagement. As the pages change color in response to water, both parents and children can actively participate in the story, making bath time more enjoyable and memorable.  These sensory experiences not only captivate children's attention but also stimulate their senses, promoting cognitive development and sensory exploration.     MUDPUPPY - For over 25 years, Mudpuppy has created quality non-digital puzzles, games and toys for children and families that facilitate creative play and imaginative thinking. One of our core design principles is to engage kids and promote learning without the use of digital screens or technology. Mudpuppy is committed to designing and producing eco-friendly products that have a minimal carbon footprint. All Mudpuppy products adhere to CPSIA, ASTM, and CE Safety Regulations

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NOW IN PAPERBACK – THE STUNNING NO.1 BESTSELLING YA THRILLER FROM HOLLY JACKSON, AUTHOR OF NETFLIX’S A GOOD GIRLS GUIDE TO MURDER 'The queen of YA crime Holly Jackson returns with a blisteringly good standalone thriller' – Observer 'An instantly gripping, corkscrew-twisty thriller’ – Guardian 'Holly Jackson has smashed it again.’ – The Nerd Daily Shortlisted for the British Book Awards Book of the Year, Waterstones Book of the Year 2024 and winner of the Books are My Bag YA Award 2024 18-year-old Bel has lived her whole life in the shadow of her mom’s mysterious disappearance. Sixteen years ago, Rachel Price vanished and young Bel was the only witness. Rachel is gone, presumed dead. The case is dragged up from the past when the Price family agree to a true crime documentary. Bel can’t wait for filming to end, for life to go back to normal. But then Rachel Price reappears, and life will never be normal again … Holly Jackson was 'BookTok Author of the Year' at the 2023 TikTok Book Awards. The Reappearance of Rachel Price was No 1 in the Sunday Times Children’s bestseller listings on Sunday 14/4/2024 and in the New York Times Young Adult Hardcover listings on Wednesday 10/4/2024

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CRINKLE FABRIC BOOK – The My First Shapes Crinkle Fabric Stroller Book from Mudpuppy is a delightful sensory experience for your little one's exploration! With charming artwork featuring a variety of shapes and different colors, this soft and crinkly book is designed to captivate and stimulate your baby's senses while on the go. Crafted from high-quality, baby-safe fabric, each page of our stroller book features colorful illustrations of different shapes, from cool circles to tiny triangles and more!     PERFECT FOR GIFTING –  Perfectly sized to attach to strollers, car seats, or diaper bags, this portable book ensures entertainment and engagement wherever you go. Whether it's a trip to the park, a stroll around the neighborhood, or a visit to Grandma's house, our Crinkle Fabric Stroller Book provides endless amusement for your little one. The crinkly texture of the pages adds an extra sensory element, engaging your baby's touch and enhancing their tactile development.     EDUCATIONAL –  As your baby explores the pages, they'll not only enjoy the vibrant artwork and crinkly sounds but also benefit from the cognitive and sensory stimulation that the book provides. From developing fine motor skills to promoting visual and auditory awareness, our stroller book offers enriching experiences for your baby's early development. Treat your little one to the wonders of geometry with our Crinkle Fabric Stroller Book featuring different shapes and colors.      FAMILY BONDING –  This Crinkle Fabric Stroller book encourages parents and caregivers to actively participate in storytelling, prompting them to make funny sounds, describe the images, and engage in imaginative play with their little ones. Reading and playing with the stroller book together creates a shared experience between parents and children. It allows them to bond over moments of laughter, discovery, and exploration as they interact with the colorful illustrations and engaging textures.     MUDPUPPY - For over 25 years, Mudpuppy has created quality non-digital puzzles, games and toys for children and families that facilitate creative play and imaginative thinking. One of our core design principles is to engage kids and promote learning without the use of digital screens or technology. Mudpuppy is committed to designing and producing eco-friendly products that have a minimal carbon footprint. All Mudpuppy products adhere to CPSIA, ASTM, and CE Safety Regulations

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Heavily influenced by her early days as an art dealer, Webb approaches her interiors curatorially, including a wide range of fine artwork and natural materials. She believes in the power of contrast: in her interiors, a pale, luminous wallcovering may be balanced by strong antiques, or a chapel-like white bedroom may segue into a deep gray sitting room. As important is a sense of hand in her rooms; she makes sure to include the feeling of glazed earthenware, a worn oak farm table, the softness of fine European linen. Balancing materiality and contrast, Webb is also motivated by the pursuit of joy and happiness for their inhabitants. She makes sure these are rooms for living, for gathering with family, for celebrating life s milestones. Sharing her inspiration and thought process throughout, Webb includes a variety of own home in Brays Island, South Carolina, an homage to materiality with its pavilions of wood, stone, and glass nestled under a canopy of Spanish moss-draped ancient oak; to a gabled storybrook Arts-and-Crafts inspired Kiawah Island residence richly layered with linen, block prints, and Venetian plaster.

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Billy Batson was a teenager when he was granted immense power and responsibility thanks to the wizard Shazam and while having amazing superpowers might sound great, as Billy grows into his new alter-ego, he quickly learns that sometimes it s a whole lot harder than it looks! Billy Batson s life was turned upside down the day he was empowered with the magic of Shazam! Saying the magic word allowed him to gain the wisdom of Soloman, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus, the courage of Achilles, and the speed of Mercury, despite being an otherwise average teenage boy. Now, Billy and his friends fight against any number of miraculous foes, including super smart dinosaur-aliens planning to invade the planet, and Billy s archrival, Black Adam, a man empowered by his very own set of gods! He may be as powerful as someone like Superman, but Clark Kent doesn t have to worry about passing his exams in between fighting off planetary threats! On the verge of getting the things they want most, Billy's found family discovers that their fabulous new home has monstrous new dangers hidden inside! Plus, the return of Billy's birth mother threatens not just the family's future, but the survival of the universe itself! Featuring appearances by Black Adam, the Creeper, and more, this gorgeous collection includes issues #7-12 of the fan-favorite new Shazam! series.

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A middle-grade mind-bending adventure from award-winning author Ryan Calejo, destined to be an instant classic—now in paperbackFourteen-year-old Antares De La Vega is a natural born adventurer. He dreams of journeying across burning deserts, trekking through wild and uncharted jungles, sailing the furthest reaches of the seas—and yet, he’s never even stepped foot outside of South Florida . . . But that all changes when strange creatures come leaping out of lightning bolts to kidnap him. Locked away in a secret prison in the middle of the Bermuda Triangle, Antares meets 14-year-old Magdavellía, a mysterious and iron-willed girl who opens his eyes to a shocking truth: that this world is a far different place than he’s been led to believe. He learns of the existence of the Flat Earth Society, an ancient secret order, whose main function is to keep the world beyond the great Ice Wall a mystery—a land known as Rymworld. But Rymworld is in trouble. Led by a nameless evil, a sinister group of mystics seek to seize control over its only truly resource: time itself.Antares and Magdavellía must set out beyond the edges of any map to discover the undiscoverable: a lost and forgotten island where there is rumored to exist a legendary artifact: a mythical compass that just might hold the key to foiling the mystics’ plans. Following a series of intricately concealed clues left behind by Magdavellía’s parents (clues Antares seems to be the key to unlocking), they must wield both geometry and alchemy, outsmart molemen and mermaids, and outrun fiendish outer space aliens—all while attempting to solve a riddle as old and mystifying as the sun.

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Soft Touch Journals, the new paperback notebook series from Flame Tree featuring a range of popular designs by artists and illustrators, are lightweight journals with the same high-quality production as our hardback journals. Our trademark blend of the practical and beautiful, with gold foiled page edges, gloss detailing on the tactile matt cover and lined pages, they’re perfect for notes, creative writing, poetry, doodles and lists. Easy to slip into your bag, a pleasure to use. Simply, they feel good!Lucy Innes Williams is a painter and illustrator with an artistic interest in highly ornate textiles, patterns and the decorative arts of the early–mid twentieth century. She uses a combination of gouache, watercolour and printmaking.Flame Tree: The Art of Fine Gifts. 

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This funny and colorful graphic novel mystery about a plucky detective dog and an art theft case is perfect for early and reluctant readers and fans of Mercy Watson Chaos at the Art Museum!  Can Detective Stanley solve the case?Detective Stanley has barely sat down for his breakfast pancakes when he receives an invitation he cannot refuse. The Art Museum has been raided on the opening day of the Bleat Mondrian show, and Stan has been called to investigate.The most perplexing thing about the case: Nothing has been stolen! But now Stan finds himself in a tight spot even his powers of deduction could not detect. Can he get himself out of trouble and can he solve the mystery of the Art Museum?Detective Stanley is a colorful and hilarious young graphic reader that is perfect to be enjoyed by emerging and reluctant readers by themselves, or reading along with a parent, carer or teacher. 

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The Great Unicorn Rescue is an enchanting, unicorn-filled tale about friendship and fighting your fears, from the award-winning, bestselling Diane Ewen.Louella lives on the edge of a forest. But this isn't just any forest – this forest has unicorns in it, and everyone in Louella's class has their own special unicorn friend. Louella's unicorn is called Norrie, and they do everything together. Until, one day, Norrie doesn't appear, and Louella has to overcome her fear of the dark to go and find her.An enchanting story about friendship, and how facing your fear with friends might just make the fear disappear altogether!

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Inviting new translations of classical Buddhist texts about why the self is an illusion—and why giving it up can free us from sufferingFrom self-realization and self-promotion to self-help and the selfie, the modern world encourages us to be self-obsessed. We are even told that finding ourselves is the key to happiness. Better to lose yourself! More than 2,500 years ago, the Buddha argued that the self is an illusion—and that our belief in it is the cause of most, if not all, of our suffering. How to Lose Yourself presents lively, accessible, and expert new translations of ancient Buddhist writings about the central, unique, and powerful Buddhist teaching of “no-self.”Drawn from three important Buddhist traditions, these essential Indian, Tibetan, and Chinese writings provide a rich sampling of the ways Buddhist philosophers have understood the idea that we are selfless persons—and why this insight is so therapeutic. When we let go of the self, we are awakened to the presence of all things as they truly are, and we let go of the anxiety, fear, greed, and hatred that are the source of all suffering.Complete with an introduction and headnotes to each selection, and the original texts on facing pages, How to Lose Yourself is a concise guide to a transformative idea.

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GUARDIAN: BOOKS TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2024 WATERSTONES: JANUARY’S BEST BOOKS BBC: BOOK HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2024 'GRIPPING' THE TIMES This is an immersive and revelatory history of the survivors of the Clotilda, the last ship of the Atlantic slave trade, whose lives diverged and intersected in profound ways. The Clotilda docked in Mobile Bay, Alabama, in July 1860 – more than half a century after the passage of a federal law banning the importation of captive Africans, and nine months before the beginning of the Civil War. The last of its survivors lived well into the twentieth century. They were the last witnesses to the final act of a terrible and significant period in world history. In this epic work, Dr. Hannah Durkin tells the stories of the Clotilda’s 110 captives, drawing on her intensive archival, historical, and sociological research. Survivors follows their lives from their kidnappings in what is modern-day Nigeria through a terrifying 45-day journey across the Middle Passage; from the subsequent sale of the ship’s 103 surviving children and young people into slavery across Alabama to the dawn of the Civil Rights movement in Selma; from the foundation of an all-Black African Town (later Africatown) in Northern Mobile – an inspiration for writers of the Harlem Renaissance, including Zora Neale Hurston – to the foundation of the quilting community of Gee’s Bend – a Black artistic circle whose cultural influence remains enormous. An astonishing, deeply compelling tapestry of history, biography and social commentary, Survivors is a tour de force that deepens our knowledge and understanding of the Atlantic slave trade and its far-reaching influence on life today.

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'Hannah Whitten is my new favourite obsession' Jodi Picoult, New York Times-bestselling authorIn this epic sequel to the Sunday Times bestseller, The Foxglove King - Hannah Whitten's lush, romantic fantasy - the glittering and dangerous world of the Sainted King's royal court is forever changed by Prince Bastian's ascension to the throne - and the dark forces gathering beneath it.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 royal court and help the people of Dellaire. But not everyone is happy with the changes. The nobles are sowing dissent and the Kirythean Empire is beating down their door. Even Prince Bastian has changed. No longer the hopeful, rakish, charismatic man Lore knows and loves, instead he's become reckless, domineering and cold. And something has 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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Artisan Art Notebooks, the new Journals from Flame Tree, come in a range of hues to suit the moment and are embellished with a wide variety of well-known art on their tactile, vegan leather covers. They’re carefully crafted with decorated page edges overflowing with petals, teasing vines and patterns. A unique blend of the practical and beautiful, with two ribbons and lined pages, the Artisan Art Notebooks are perfect for notes, creative writing, poetry, doodles and lists. And, with robust flexi covers, they’re easy to slip into your bag and a pleasure to use. Simply, they feel good!Printmaker and illustrator Angela Harding trained in Fine Art at Leicester Polytechnic and Nottingham Trent University. She now lives in the UK’s smallest county, Rutland, where she works from her garden studio in Wing. Angela has received commissions for her illustration work from most of the UK’s major publishers, and her unique and distinctive style has become recognisable to nature lovers and book lovers alike. This journal features her artwork Shetland Otter and Windsong.

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Artisan Art Notebooks, the new Journals from Flame Tree, come in a range of hues to suit the moment and are embellished with a wide variety of well-known art on their tactile, vegan leather covers. They’re carefully crafted with decorated page edges overflowing with petals, teasing vines and patterns. A unique blend of the practical and beautiful, with two ribbons and lined pages, the Artisan Art Notebooks are perfect for notes, creative writing, poetry, doodles and lists. And, with robust flexi covers, they’re easy to slip into your bag and a pleasure to use. Simply, they feel good!This example features a design by Vicky Yorke. Vicky is a surface pattern designer and illustrator working from her home studio in semi-rural Worcestershire, UK. She creates bright and playful designs that bring fun and warmth to everyday living.

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😋 tasty🍎 healthy🌱 plant-based💪 protein-packedFoodie influencer, vegan nutrition coach, ultra-marathon runner and personal trainer Gigi Grassia (@gigigoesvegan) merges her love of cooking and her expertise with her need to fuel an active lifestyle powered by plants.Gigi demystifies how protein works and how we can easily incorporate it in our diets without relying on animal products. You'll also find a handy list of pantry and fridge staples, plus tips for batch-cooking to get you organised for busy weeks.The 80+ recipes include:· chocolate brownie protein baked oats· corn fritters with smoky baked beans and avo smash· harissa tofu ciabatta· sweet potato gochujang soup with crispy chickpeas· marry me lentils· creamy harissa butter beans· smoky 3-bean chilli no carne· sneaky protein coffee chocolate mousseDelicious and nutritious ideas for energizing breakfasts, quick and tasty lunches, comforting dinners, and snacks with a protein hit to keep you going all day long.

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A simple approach to change your life Everyone has a turning point in their life; I suspect you will not be an exception. Your life trundles along as normal until one day you have a realisation. You experience an awakening, a moment of clarity that grabs you by the collar and gives you a good shake. It's in this moment you will come to an understanding that your life is no longer acceptable as it is. Is this your moment? Grahame Anderson shares his unique approach using a powerful story that reveals the profound simplicity to help you reset your life. This beautifully woven story begins at the bedside of a dying man who, in his final breath, accidentally pulls his grandson into the afterlife with him. No angels or choirs await him and the bright light he expected was something else completely. They embark on a behind-the-scenes look at life and observe firsthand the everyday situations we all face. They explore the beauty of life, the complexities of family, how to take control of your destiny and how to make sure it feels true to you at every step. As the old man and his grandson delve deeper into this mysterious world, they learn the importance of love, conquering self-doubt, understanding the balance of life and more importantly, they learn the beauty in death. They are each given a chance to change the world before travelling to their ultimate destination, the Best Seat in the Universe. This simple narrative will help you to follow your dreams and head towards the true destiny you've always longed for. In The Best Seat in the Universe, you'll discover: - How to take decisive action and control your life - a simple method to create an easy-to-follow new life plan - strengthening your knowledge will reduce confusion - transforming your thinking will reduce self-doubt - Look inwards to find your own truth and much more. The Best Seat in the Universe is a life-changing guide to help you pave your way. If you like motivating messages, thought-provoking concepts and practical approaches, then you'll love this modern-day story.

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Make your artwork sparkle!Immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of metallic watercolor painting! As metallic watercolors become more and more popular and more of these incredible paints become available, artists of all skill levels are discovering the amazing potential they have to enhance their watercolor paintings. This comprehensive guide unlocks the shimmering potential of this captivating medium. Whether you’re new to painting with watercolors or want to expand your repertoire to metallic watercolors, you will grow as an artist through: 20 mesmerizing projects featuring popular painting motifs, including flowers, animals, feathers, insects, and moreStep-by-step instruction on techniques for both traditional and metallic watercolors, including blending, washes, and lineworkStunning photography that inspires creativity and clearly demonstrates techniquesDownloadable trace-and-paint designs to give you a head startCreate paintings that dazzle with the visually inspiring and easy-to-follow tutorials in Metallic Watercolor.

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A luxurious, visually rich guide to filling each day with radical pleasure, with illuminating wisdom on wellness, food, décor, nature, and more, from world-famous lifestyle brand Flamingo Estate. Perched high above Los Angeles and nestled within a lush orchard and verdant gardens, sits Flamingo Estate, a pleasure-filled enclave of nature worship, folk mythologies, and powerful healing remedies. At Flamingo, Mother Earth is the ultimate luxury and pleasure is a human right.   In this enchanting guide, Flamingo Estate’s visionary founder Richard Christiansen invites you to immerse yourself in the alluring magic of the estate. Presenting fifteen pleasure principles inspired by nature's wisdom, Christiansen reveals how a deep relationship with earthly delights offers a life of transcendent pleasure and beauty. Discover how to flirt like an orchid, embrace winters like a plum tree, work like wisteria, and court your shadow like the fern. Combining hundreds of sumptuous images and luxurious rituals for wellbeing with stories from Christiansen’s own journey of awakening, The Guide to Becoming Alive is a rousing call to reject a life of tedium and luxuriate in the radical pleasures of the natural world.  Featuring contributions from luminaries in food, activism, wellness, and the arts, including: Jane Fonda John Legend Chrissy Teigen Jane Goodall Alice Waters Martha Stewart David de Rothschild Elise Loehnen Erica Chidi Ellen Degeneres Terry Tempest Williams Dr. Nigma Talib + More

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Return to The Valley, where magical creatures and adventures await! Follow along as Haru, Yama, and their friends continue their quest and unearth the secrets of their world in the much-anticipated sequel, Haru Book 2: Summer.Haru, Yama, and the rest of the gang return for the next chapter in their epic adventure. Continuing their quest to reach The Beacon, Haru and Yama discover more challenges (and find more answers) along their way. Meet new figures such as Blight's new relentless hunter and the bothersome Void Fly, while we discover what happened to Goose and Herb. With more beautiful illustrations by author and artist Joe Latham, Haru Book 2: Summer is full of adventure, friendship, and magic for readers to enjoy.

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Some vampires live to feast on the blood of their victims. Others just want to score super limited edition anime merch!Hina Arukado is a modern vampire who drinks blood from bags instead of from humans. But she’s also a complete shut-in who hasn’t left the house in 30 years. In an effort to reach her, Hina’s dad does something that changes her life—he gives her a DVD of the Vampire Cross anime! Hina is instantly obsessed, especially with the character Mao. But it’s difficult to fangirl as hard as she wants from her bedroom in Romania, so now Hina is out of the house and off to Japan to live her otaku dream!Hina’s so busy collecting Mao merch that she almost doesn’t feel bad about missing out on the Vampire Cross cafes. If only she had a human friend who could eat all the themed food for her! But connecting with humans isn’t easy until Hina literally bumps into her neighbor Kyuta, a prickly boy who looks just like Mao. Having her best friend live next door will be so convenient! Now if she can just convince him to actually be her friend…

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Seashell Key is the first in author Lourdes Heuer and award-winning illustrator Lynnor Bontigao’s young chapter book series—perfect for fans of Princess in Black and Mercy Watson, about a diverse community of kids living in a beautiful seaside town! Welcome to Seashell Key! Summer is here, and the children of this cozy coastal town are ready to welcome visitors to their little oasis. There’s Mateo, who runs his little kite-making business, Sail and Soar, alongside his dad’s Sky and Sea store; Sasha and Sophia, who comb the seashore next to their mother’s sandwich stand; and Eli, Ezra, and Elana, who live in the cozy-but-cramped lighthouse and entertain passing tourists with tall tales. Filled with a vibrant cast and lots of summery fun, this is the start of an exciting chapter book series.

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Blank Artisan Notebooks, the new Journals from Flame Tree in a range of hues to suit the mood and the moment. They’re hand crafted with decorated edges overflowing with petals, teasing vines and patterns. A unique blend of the practical and beautiful, with two ribbons and unlined pages, the Blank Artisan Notebooks are perfect for notes, creative writing, poetry, sketches and doodles. And, with robust flexi covers, they’re easy to slip into your bag, a pleasure to use. Simply, they feel good! Flame Tree: The Art of Fine Gifts.

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Blank Artisan Notebooks, the new Journals from Flame Tree in a range of hues to suit the mood and the moment. They’re hand crafted with decorated edges overflowing with petals, teasing vines and patterns. A unique blend of the practical and beautiful, with two ribbons and unlined pages, the Blank Artisan Notebooks are perfect for notes, creative writing, poetry, sketches and doodles. And, with robust flexi covers, they’re easy to slip into your bag, a pleasure to use. Simply, they feel good! Flame Tree: The Art of Fine Gifts.

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Create 12 colorful, unique intarsia knits for all seasons. Going beyond the knitting fundamentals, Intarsia Knits will equip you to create bold, multicolored designs and features 12 projects for garments and accessories including a sweater, top, scarf, tote bag, mittens and more. Learn how to use collage to develop your designs, translate those motifs into textiles and bring your ideas to life using intarsia knitting. Textile designer Anna Husemann takes you step-by-step through techniques such as casting on using multiple colors and seamless intarsia. Once you've mastered the basics, you're ready to take on the projects which feature full color knitting charts and detailed instructions. Packed with stunning landscape photography showcasing where Anna gets her inspiration from, Intarsia Knits encourages you to get creative with your knitting!

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Combining the power of magic with the art of divination, witch Semra Haksever’s 36-card oracle deck will unlock your inner knowledge and enable you to find the answers to all of life’s questions. Using the cards is easy: focus on your question, or the reason for your reading to connect with the cards while you shuffle the deck. There are three distinct ways of using the cards: for instant answers to a specific questions, there is a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer; for a quick reading when you are time-poor, there are four messages written along the edges of each card; and finally, for a deeper reading, look at the illustrations on the cards and refer to their meanings in the guidebook. Semra suggests 20 spreads, from birthday spreads to past, present and future; as well as spreads that will help you connect with your pet, prepare you for a date and more. Scattered throughout, you’ll find rituals to further your connection with the cards and the precision of your reading which are an optional addition. The booklet features over 40 of Semra’s most powerful spells, to enhance your reading, such as a recipe for psychic tea, and a spell to awaken your third eye. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a curious novice, this deck will allow you to explore the spellbinding interplay between magic and fortune telling, enabling you to unlock your inner mystic and reveal the secrets of your destiny.

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The official parody of Tokyo Revengers dares to reimagine the main character as a hopeless university student in love!Why does Michitake Icho feel like a loser? Well, he’s a Todai (Tokyo University) graduate, but he’s got nothing to show for it except a part-time job where everyone treats him like dirt. One day, he turns on the TV to discover the crush of his life, Hayase Yuki, is getting married! After a tragic bike accident, Icho suddenly leaps seven years back in time to the beginning of his college days. What could go wrong?

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The most famous anti-war novel ever written.In 1914 a room full of German schoolboys, fresh-faced and idealistic, are goaded by their schoolmaster to troop off to the 'glorious war'. With the fire and patriotism of youth they sign up. What follows is the moving story of a young 'unknown soldier' experiencing the horror and disillusionment of life in the trenches.'Remarque's evocation of the horrors of modern warfare has lost none of its force' The TimesTRANSLATED BY BRIAN MURDOCHThis series of war novels from Vintage Classics presents eight powerful stories about the horror and waste of war - each a passionate plea to prevent its repetition.

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Triangle is a breathtaking, suspenseful story about a woman determined to stay true to her principles, from billion-copy bestselling author Danielle Steel.As she approaches the milestone birthday of forty, delicate beauty Amanda Delanoe finds joy in running a chic contemporary art gallery in Paris. With the companionship of her dog, Lulu, and her friend and co-owner of the gallery, fun-loving bachelor Pascal Leblanc, Amanda lives well, but so far the love of her life has eluded her.Then she meets Olivier Saint Albin, a handsome, enigmatic publisher. At the same time, she reconnects with Tom Quinlan, an old boyfriend from her university days, who has come to Paris to devote himself to writing a thriller. Amanda’s attraction to Olivier is instant, but she soon learns he is married, leaving her torn between her head and her heart.Amanda’s situation is further complicated by the unpleasant feeling that she’s being watched. When she begins to receive threatening phone calls late at night, and someone breaks into her apartment on the Left Bank, it’s all too clear she is in real danger.But from whom? An old love, a new love, or a stranger? As love enters her life, so does terror. . .

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AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 and THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR'Reading this is like watching an O'Sullivan break: hypnotic, dazzling and impossible to tear yourself away from.' - STEPHEN FRY'Besides quite a few laughs, many readers will find recognition, reassurance, remedy and revelation in O'Sullivan's candid story. I highly recommend it.' - THE TIMES'Ronnie is searingly honest, candidly funny, and thought provokingly brilliant in Unbreakable. I devoured it.' - NIHAL ARTHANAYAKE---In a career spanning over three decades, Ronnie O'Sullivan's journey to becoming the greatest snooker player of all time has been filled with extremes.A teenage snooker prodigy, Ronnie turned professional with the highest of expectations. This pressure, together with a challenging personal life, catapulted Ronnie into a life of excess and addiction. He was winning titles - his first within a year of turning professional - but losing himself and his game as he tried to block out the mental pain and misery. Whilst Ronnie appeared at the height of the game to spectators, these were the moments when he felt at his lowest.In the year 2000 Ronnie started rehab and began the journey to get his life back, addressing his demons and working on developing a stronger and more resilient mindset. More than twenty years on, Ronnie is still obsessed with delivering his peak performance and never happier than when in a snooker hall, but success has now taken on a new meaning for the record-equalling world champion.Framed around the many lessons Ronnie has learned from his extraordinary career, Unbreakable takes us beyond the success and record-breaking achievements to share the reality - and brutality - of making it to the very top, whatever your field. Ronnie is the first to say he doesn't have all the answers, but in sharing the experiences that have shaped him and mistakes that have made him, he hopes to help readers navigate their own personal challenges and obstacles, and in turn reach their maximum potential.This is Ronnie O'Sullivan as you've never seen him before, the definitive and unflinching story of a true British icon and a fascinating insight into the mindset of the world's greatest snooker player.

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The ninja adventures continue with Naruto’s son, Boruto!Naruto was a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He achieved his dream to become the greatest ninja in his village, and now his face sits atop the Hokage monument. But this is not his story... A new generation of ninja is ready to take the stage, led by Naruto's own son, Boruto!The fateful moment has arrived for Boruto and Kawaki. When the event Momoshiki warned him about finally arrives, Boruto finds his life and the entire ninja world flipped upside down!

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'Entirely irresistible ... You won't be able to look away' Chloe Gong, No.1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights'A completely original, deliciously dark take on vampires' Sarah Underwood, New York Times bestselling author of Lies We Sing to the Sea'A deliciously dark story teeming with morally grey characters you can't help but root for' Gabi Burton, author of Sunday Times bestselling Sing Me to SleepSink your teeth into the highly anticipated Black vampire romantasy title of 2024!Hidden in our world, a society of vampires originating in Africa, can only feed from select human bloodlines. Each bloodline represents a House more cutthroat than the next. To ensure peaceful co-existence and inherit their legacy, human children of these families must study at an elite university before choosing a vampire companion. Lost Heiress, Kidan Adane grew up far from Uxlay University. She is obsessively protective, mildly nihilistic, and willing to do anything to save her loved ones. When her sister, June, disappears, Kidan is convinced a vampire stole her - the alluring yet dangerous Susenyos Sagad, the same vampire bound to her own House. To stay in Uxlay, Kidan must study an arcane philosophy, work with four enigmatic students, and survive living with Susenyos - even as he does everything to drive her away. It doesn't matter that Susenyos' violence speaks to her own and tempts Kidan to surrender to a life of darkness. She must find her sister and kill him at all costs. When a murder mirroring June's disappearance shakes Uxlay, Kidan sinks further into the ruthless underworld of vampires, risking her very soul. Here, she discovers a centuries-old threat. And June could be at the very centre of it.The Cruel Prince meets Ninth House in this dangerously romantic dark academia debut, where a lost heiress must infiltrate a secret society and live with the vampire she suspects kidnapped her sister.

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In his most exhilarating novel yet, Britain’s greatest storyteller transports you from the vibrant streets of sixties London to the sun-soaked cobbles of Cadiz and the frosty squares of Warsaw, as an accidental spy is drawn into the shadows of espionage and obsession. Gabriel Dax is a young man haunted by the memories of a tragedy: every night, when sleep finally comes, he dreams about his childhood home in flames. His days are spent on the move as an acclaimed travel writer, capturing the changing landscapes in the grip of the Cold War. When he’s offered the chance to interview a political figure, his ambition leads him unwittingly into a web of duplicities and betrayals.As Gabriel’s reluctant initiation takes hold, he is drawn deeper into the shadows. Falling under the spell of Faith Green, an enigmatic and ruthless MI6 handler, he becomes ‘her spy’, unable to resist her demands. But amid the peril, paranoia and passion consuming Gabriel’s new covert life, it will be the revelations closer to home that change the rest of his story. . .'Sheer, truly brilliant storytelling. He has probably written more classic books than any of his contemporaries’ Daily Telegraph‘If it’s true escapism you’re after, William Boyd can always be relied upon to transport the reader from reality’ Vogue'A master storyteller' Observer

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A compilation of 100 cryptic crosswords from The Sunday Times, one of the greatest crossword puzzle challenges. These brainteasers will test all cryptic crossword lovers to the limit! Our language, with its tens of thousands of words, intricate grammatical construction and quirky idiomatic phrases, has proved an almost inexhaustible source for cryptic clues. Foreign words are constantly being absorbed into our language, into our dictionaries and then into crossword puzzles. All the puzzles are set out in an easy-to-use, double-page spread to view layout, with all the solutions clearly laid out at the back of the book.

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'Beautifully written, brilliantly researched' Angela Duckworth, bestselling author of Grit'The most interesting, immediately actionable book I’ve read in quite a while' Adam Grant, bestselling author of Think AgainIn this bestseller by the authors of Switch and Made to Stick, Chip and Dan Heath explore why certain brief experiences can jolt, elevate and change us - and how we can learn to create such extraordinary moments in our own life and work.What if a teacher could design a lesson that he knew his students would remember twenty years later? What if a doctor or nurse knew how to orchestrate moments that would bring more comfort to patients? What if you had a better sense of how to create memories that matter for your children? Many of the defining moments in our lives are the result of accident or luck - but why leave our most meaningful, memorable moments to chance when we can create them?In The Power of Moments, Chip and Dan Heath explore the stories of people who have created standout moments, from the owners who transformed an utterly mediocre hotel into one of the best-loved properties in Los Angeles by conjuring moments of magic for guests, to the scrappy team that turned around one of the worst elementary schools in the country by embracing an intervention that lasts less than an hour.Filled with remarkable tales and practical insights, The Power of Moments proves we all have the power to transform ordinary experiences into unforgettable ones.

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