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When you own the world's greatest detective agency, you make the world's most dangerous enemies.Since former US Marine Jack Morgan started Private, it has become the world's most successful detective agency. But when his former lover is found murdered in Jack's bed, Jack is instantly the number one suspect.With his team stretched to breaking point and Jack fighting for his life, he finds himself strong-armed by the mob into recovering $30 million in stolen pharmaceuticals, and Jack realises he is facing his most powerful enemies ever.

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Erin Hunter's #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues in Warriors: Power of Three-now featuring fierce new art. The first book in this third series, Warriors: Power of Three #1: The Sight, brings more adventure, intrigue, and thrilling battles to the epic world of the warrior Clans. Hollypaw, Jaypaw, and Lionpaw-grandchildren of the great leader Firestar-possess unusual power and talent. But secrets and uncertainty surround them, and a mysterious prophecy hints at trouble to come. The warrior code is in danger, and these three apprentices will need all of their strength to help the Clans survive.

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A sweeping family drama of old secrets and new beginnings… ‘A satisfying treat’ Adele Parks, Platinum ‘A compelling family drama’ Sarah Morgan ‘Wise and warm with plenty of twists and turns’ Rachel Hore ‘Emotional and uplifting’ Veronica Henry ‘Captivating and vivid’ Miranda Dickinson Even happy families have their secrets… Anchor House is the coastal home where Naomi and her husband raised their two girls. Now widowed, Naomi is building a new life alone, but the arrival of Ellis next door is bringing some long-awaited fun back too. Naomi’s daughters are very different: Martha is determined and driven like her father, while Willow is a free spirit. The three women have always been close, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have secrets of their own. There are things Naomi has kept from her girls, like the fact that her marriage to their father wasn’t quite what it seemed… The Sunday Times bestselling author Erica James returns with this gloriously compelling tale of mothers and daughters, secrets and love. Praise for Mothers and Daughters: ‘A beautifully written story that examines the wonderful intimacy between mothers and daughters … a satisfying treat’ Adele Parks, Platinum ‘A brilliant read. A compelling family drama, full of twists and turns. Completely absorbing’ Sarah Morgan ‘Wise and warm with plenty of twists and turns, you'll love this engrossing family story’ Rachel Hore ‘A wonderfully compelling family drama that deftly touches upon some serious issues’ Sunday Express ‘You’ll be swept away then brought gently back to harbour in this beautiful portrait of a family and its multigenerational secrets. Emotional and uplifting, it unfolds in the most glorious coastal setting’ Veronica Henry ‘Glorious … a real treat’ Sunday Post ‘Surprising and reassuringly wise, captivating and vivid, beautiful and authentic … I adored this book’ Miranda Dickinson ‘Deliciously immersive … tracing the complex emotions and dangerous undercurrents that lie beneath the deceptively smooth surface of family life’ Iona Grey ‘A brilliant and gripping family drama … full of heart’ My Weekly ‘A captivating read’ OK!

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From the author of The Jigsaw Man comes the next book in Nadine Matheson’s DI Henley series ‘Nadine Matheson writes sentences like roses, lovely and bristling with thorns . . . Matheson’s voice is exciting, urgent… and, now more than ever, vital’ A.J. Finn ‘There is a freshness to Matheson’s writing which promises a long career’ Morning Star * * * In this room, no one can hear you scream… The Serial Crimes Unit are called in to investigate when a local pastor is found stabbed to death. As DI Henley assesses the crime scene, she discovers a hidden door that conceals a room set up for torture – and bound to the bed in the middle of the room is the body of a man. When another body is found, also tied down, Henley realises there's someone out there torturing innocent people and leaving them for dead. But why? There's nothing that connects the victims. They didn't know each other. Their paths never crossed. But someone has targeted them, and it's up to Henley and the SCU to stop them before they find another binding room… * * * What readers are saying about The Binding Room: ‘Oh my days wow what a book. It was sick and twisty and I loved every single word of it . . . it’s been one of the best reads of the year!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Ms Matheson is a master storyteller and delivers a gritty and gripping story, a page-turner I couldn’t stop reading. It's highly recommended’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolutely superb contemporary crime thriller . . . Nadine Matheson is a powerful voice in crime fiction’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Totally hooked on this series, I now need the next book, please say there will be one, I cannot recommend this enough – 10 stars’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Bag the perfect GCSE dictionary this Back to School. The perfect dictionary reference with 200,000 words and phrases for daily use. Language usage notes help you choose the right word and the easy-to-use layout allows you to find what you’re looking for quickly and easily. Specially tailored to meet your needs at home, school, and in the office, offering comprehensive definitions and word tips to provide help with English usage. You will find all the words and definitions you need, with comprehensive coverage of the language we use every day. It also contains the latest words to enter the language. The clear layout ensures you can find the words you need quickly. This edition contains an invaluable supplement on the most common mistakes and controversial issues in English.

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HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. "I am writing this under an appreciable mental strain, since by tonight I shall be no more." This selection of works showcases the best-known, most chilling stories of H. P. Lovecraft, including Dagon, The Call of Cthulhu, The Thing on the Doorstep and Herbert West – Reanimator. They feature such deadly horrors as terrifying sea-creatures, menaces from outer space, evil-worshipping cults and unexpected murder by familiar hands. There is no place so frightful that Lovecraft did not venture there, and these tales will leave the imagination reeling, yet dare you to turn the page…

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The must-have Back to School dictionary for Year 7. This English School Dictionary is the perfect language companion for all students age 11+ (KS3). This new edition has been developed with teachers to be the perfect student dictionary for children in class and for homework. The clear layout makes finding entries exceptionally easy, and full definitions are given in simple language, often in complete sentences. With over 20,000 entries, many new or updated, it includes the school national curriculum vocabulary up to Key Stage 3 and GCSE as well as general vocabulary for students aged 11+. A special section on spelling follows the main dictionary. It outlines key spelling rules and lists words that are commonly confused or misspelled, so it helps students to identify and master the trickiest spelling problems. This user-friendly Collins English School dictionary is an invaluable reference for all school students. A hardback edition of this dictionary is also available (9780008257934).

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A quiet English village A shocking murder An unlikely detective Nobody liked Colonel Protheroe. So when he’s found dead in the vicarage study, there’s no absence of suspects in the seemingly peaceful village of St Mary Mead. In fact, Jane Marple can think of at least seven. As gossip abounds in the parlours and kitchens of the parish, everyone becomes an amateur detective. The police dismiss her as a prying busybody, but only the ingenious Miss Marple can uncover the truth . . . Never underestimate Miss Marple. ‘Agatha Christie is the gateway drug to crime fiction both for readers and for writers.’Val McDermid ‘Always keeps her reader enthralled and guessing to the end.’ Times Literary Supplement

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HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics. 'I am the Ghost of Christmas Present,' said the Spirit. 'Look upon me!' A celebration of Christmas, a tale of redemption and a critique on Victorian society, Dickens' atmospheric novella follows the miserly, penny-pinching Ebenezer Scrooge who views Christmas as 'humbug'. It is only through a series of eerie, life-changing visits from the ghost of his deceased business partner Marley and the spirits of Christmas past, present and future that he begins to see the error of his ways. With heart-rending characters, rich imagery and evocative language, the message of A Christmas Carol remains as significant today as when it was first published.

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HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics. 'Fifteen men on the dead man's chest –Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!' Upon finding a map in his parents' inn, young Jim Hawkins joins a crew on route to the Caribbean to find buried treasure. One of his crew, the charming, yet devious Long John Silver is determined to snag the booty for himself and Jim's swashbuckling voyage becomes a mutinous and murderous adventure – where his own bravery is put to the test and he discovers much about friendship, loyalty and betrayal.

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HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics. 'All human beings, as we meet them, are commingled out of good and evil.' After taking an elixir created in his laboratory, mild mannered Dr Jekyll is transformed into the cruel and despicable Mr Hyde. Although seemingly harmless at first, things soon descend into chaos and Jekyll quickly realises there is only one way to stop Hyde. Stevenson's quintessential novella of the Victorian era epitomizes the conflict between psychology, science and religious morality, but is fundamentally a triumphant study of the duality of human nature.

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A healthy young man dies in his sleep, despite the ringing of seven separate alarm clocks… Gerry Wade had proved himself to be a champion sleeper; so the other house guests decided to play a practical joke on him. Eight alarm clocks were set to go off, one after the other, starting at 6.30 a.m. But when morning arrived, one clock was missing and the prank had backfired with tragic consequences. For Jimmy Thesiger in particular, the words ‘Seven Dials’ were to take on a new and chilling significance… The Seven Dials Mystery is coming to Netflix in January 2026, starring Mia McKenna Bruce, Martin Freeman and Helena Bonham Carter.

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Learn to paint 50 vibrant and varied watercolour figures in simple steps, using the loose, expressive style of popular artist Trevor Waugh.Gain confidence in capturing motion, creating character and understanding proportion so that you can bring your watercolour figures to life.The 50 simple watercolour projects capture a range of people, of all ages, in a variety of poses, from dancers and sportspeople to a woman walking her dog, a man sheltering under his umbrella and a collection of people at a bustling market. Each beginner-friendly project can be completed in around 5 simple steps, using a small selection of colours and a handful of easy-to-follow watercolour techniques.No prior knowledge of watercolour techniques needed – This book contains a short list of tools and materials needed to get started and a clear and informative guide to the basic techniques needed.No drawing skills required – The line drawings are provided at full size, ready to copy or trace, to give you the confidence to get started with your paints.Suitable for artists of all levels – Trevor’s clear instructions guide the reader from start to finish in a way that makes it easy for anyone to pick up a brush and learn how to paint in his expressive, energetic style.Whether you want to create a hand-painted card, decorate your wall or maybe you simply want to learn the relaxing art of painting with watercolours, with 50 figures to choose from, you’ll easily find something to inspire you.

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"A must-read" (Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author) from the acclaimed author of The Main Character about a wealthy family drawn together on a South African safari, only for a series of shocking murders to rock their exclusive compound. Odelia Babel, CEO of a sustainable fashion empire, is about to marry for the second time--to a man twenty-five years her junior. Asher Bach is the thirty-something designer of Odelia's luxury clothing line, the darling of every high-fashion journalist, and madly in love with Odelia. Eager to celebrate her nuptials with her nearest and dearest, Odelia invites her adult children, her daughter-in-law, her grandchild, and her best friend/assistant to an all-expenses-paid luxury safari at Leopard Sands in South Africa, the Babel family's favorite vacation spot. It seems like the perfect trip, but not everyone is thrilled for the happy couple. Amid game drives in the bush and bonfires beneath the desert stars, tensions among the family threaten to boil over. And then, the morning after a big fight with her son Sam--and hours before the wedding--Odelia is found murdered. Sam is immediately the prime suspect, but he claims he has an ironclad alibi--he was with his twin sister, Bailey. Only Bailey is nowhere to be found... As the heat roils in this "cleverly constructed puzzler that brings all the delights of classic Golden Age mysteries into the 21st century" (Library Journal, starred review), desperate poachers and ferocious animals lurk, and dark motives fester, it becomes clear that whoever killed Odelia isn't quite finished yet, and the rest of the Babel family is their prey.

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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book three in her Blood and Ash series.This special edition features premium design enhancements-including sprayed and designed edges, a glossed and embossed cover, and an original piece of commissioned artwork.Bow Before Your Queen Or Bleed Before Her... She's been the victim and the survivor... Poppy never dreamed she would find the love she's found with Prince Casteel. She wants to revel in her happiness but first they must free his brother and find hers. It's a dangerous mission and one with far-reaching consequences neither dreamed of. Because Poppy is the Chosen, the Blessed. The true ruler of Atlantia. She carries the blood of the King of Gods within her. By right the crown and the kingdom are hers. The enemy and the warrior... Poppy has only ever wanted to control her own life, not the lives of others, but now she must choose to either forsake her birthright or seize the gilded crown and become the Queen of Flesh and Fire. But as the kingdoms' dark sins and blood-drenched secrets finally unravel, a long-forgotten power rises to pose a genuine threat. And they will stop at nothing to ensure that the crown never sits upon Poppy's head. A lover and heartmate... But the greatest threat to them and to Atlantia is what awaits in the far west, where the Queen of Blood and Ash has her own plans, ones she has waited hundreds of years to carry out. Poppy and Casteel must consider the impossible-travel to the Lands of the Gods and wake the King himself. And as shocking secrets and the harshest betrayals come to light, and enemies emerge to threaten everything Poppy and Casteel have fought for, they will discover just how far they are willing to go for their people-and each other. And now she will become Queen...

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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book four in her Blood and Ash series.This special edition features premium design enhancements-including sprayed and designed edges, a glossed and embossed cover, and an original piece of commissioned artwork.War is only the beginning... From the desperation of golden crowns... Casteel Da''Neer knows all too well that very few are as cunning or vicious as the Blood Queen, but no one, not even him, could''ve prepared for the staggering revelations. The magnitude of what the Blood Queen has done is almost unthinkable. And born of mortal flesh... Nothing will stop Poppy from freeing her King and destroying everything the Blood Crown stands for. With the strength of the Primal of Life''s guards behind her, and the support of the wolven, Poppy must convince the Atlantian generals to make war her way-because there can be no retreat this time. Not if she has any hope of building a future where both kingdoms can reside in peace. A great primal power rises... Together, Poppy and Casteel must embrace traditions old and new to safeguard those they hold dear-to protect those who cannot defend themselves. But war is only the beginning. Ancient primal powers have already stirred, revealing the horror of what began eons ago. To end what the Blood Queen has begun, Poppy might have to become what she has been prophesied to be-what she fears the most. As the Harbinger of Death and Destruction.

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Only his memories can save her... This special edition features premium design enhancements-including sprayed and designed edges, a glossed and embossed cover, and an original piece of commissioned artwork.A great primal power has risen. The Queen of Flesh and Fire has become the Primal of Blood and Bone-the true Primal of Life and Death. And the battle Casteel, Poppy, and their allies have been fighting has only just begun. Gods are awakening across Iliseeum and the mortal realm, readying for the war to come. But when Poppy falls into stasis, Cas faces the very real possibility that the dire, unexpected consequences of what she is becoming could take her away from him. Cas is given some advice, though-something he plans to cling to as he waits to see her beautiful eyes open once more: Talk to her. And so, he does. He reminds Poppy how their journey began, revealing things about himself that only Kieran knows in the process. But it's anybody's guess what she'll wake to or exactly how much of the realm and Cas will have changed when she does. #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout revisits Poppy and Casteel's epic love story in the next installment of the Blood and Ash series. But this time, Hawke gets to tell the tale.

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Add the stickers to the pages of this delightful book to fill the meadows, waterfalls, palaces and skies with super cute unicorns! Illustrated in the classic "kawaii" style, every sticker is bursting with cuteness.

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Discover the easiest way to leverage artificial intelligence with these 750+ ready-to-use ChatGPT prompts for common uses such as increasing work productivity, creative writing, fun and entertainment, and more.In this indispensable guide, Igor Pogany, Head of Education and partner of AI Advantage, empowers both newcomers and seasoned experts alike to “speak ChatGPT” with fluency and confidence. Now, interacting with ChatGPT is easier than ever with more than 750 expert-tested prompts for a myriad of practical use-cases. 100+ “cheat sheets” list specific prompts for achieving a given task, along with a prompting formula to help you tailor the prompt to your specific needs. Get equipped with ready-to-use solutions for your everyday challenges such as: -Improving productivity when learning new skills -Preparing schedules, balancing responsibilities, and creating budgets -Crafting compelling narratives and brainstorming creative ideas -Simplifying complex research topics -Considering career viability, preparing for interviews, and crafting persuasive cover letters -Prioritizing health with custom workout and meal plans -Busting boredom with games, jokes, and new movies and music discovery Unlock the immense potential of AI with The Ultimate ChatGPT Prompt Book and join the ranks of enthusiasts who have already revolutionized their lives with ChatGPT’s versatility and ease of use.

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“A complete knockout. Readers will be thinking of this story long after they finish the final page.” —Adalyn Grace, New York Times bestselling author of Belladonna“Utterly compelling and impossible to put down.” —Rachel Griffin, New York Times bestselling author of Bring Me Your Midnight“I’ve never read a book that felt so much like picking up pieces of a broken heart—powerful, poignant, and true.” —Axie Oh, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea and XOXOAtlas has lost her way.In a last-ditch effort to pull her life together, she’s working on a community service program rehabbing trails in the Western Sierras. The only plus is that the days are so exhausting that Atlas might just be tired enough to forget that this was one of her dad’s favorite places in the world. Before cancer stole him from her life, that is.Using real names is forbidden on the trail. So Atlas becomes Maps, and with her team—Books, Sugar, Junior, and King—she heads into the wilderness. As she sheds the lies she’s built up as walls to protect herself, she realizes that four strangers might know her better than anyone has before. And with the end of the trail racing to meet them, Maps is left counting down the days until she returns to her old life—without her new family, and without King, who’s become more than just a friend.

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“Fascinating.” — The Wall Street Journal“An enlightening portrait of the medieval mindset.” — Publishers WeeklyThe authors of The Bright Ages return with a “real-life Game of Thrones” (New York Times Book Review)—the story of the Carolingian Civil War, a bloody, protracted battle pitting brother against brother, father against son, that would end an empire, upend a continent, and redefine the future of Europe By the early ninth century, the Carolingian empire was at the height of its power. The Franks, led by Charlemagne, had built the largest European domain since Rome in its heyday. Though they jockeyed for power, prestige, and profit, the Frankish elites enjoyed political and cultural consensus. But just two generations later, their world was in shambles. Civil war, once an unthinkable threat, had erupted after Louis the Pious’s sons tried to overthrow him—and then placed their knives at the other’s neck. Families who had once charged into battle together now drew each other’s blood.The Carolingian Civil War would rage for years as kings fought kings, brother faced off against brother, and sons challenged fathers. Oathbreakers is the dramatic history of this brutal, turbulent time. Medieval historians David M. Perry and Matthew Gabriele illuminate what happens when a once unshakeable political and cultural order breaks down and long suppressed tensions flare into deadly violence. Drawn from rich primary sources, featuring a wide cast of characters, packed with dramatic twists and turns, this is history that rivals the greatest fictional epics—with consequences that continue to shape our own world.Oathbreakers offers lessons of what deep cracks in a once-stable social and political fabric might reveal, and the bloody consequences of disagreeing on facts and reality. The Civil War at the heart of this tale asks: who is “in” and who is “out”? And what happens when things fall apart? 

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Carried on the Wind is a collection of paintings and pencil works depicting the wildlife of southern Africa. It is not a journal or an exhibition of art; it is simply a reflection of an artist’s memoirs reaching back over half a century. It is the wish of the author to allow the reader, whether he or she has had the privilege of visiting our shores, to share in the marvels that this exquisite continent has to offer and gain a deeper understanding of the life that it carries.

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After many years of planning, scheming, and skullduggery, President Kruger launched his invasions of British territory on 11 October 1899, sparking the Boer War and plunging southern Africa into almost three years of misery. Natal was front and centre of Kruger's dreams of carving out a vast empire in the region; despite latter-day attempts to desperately reinvent this as a defensive invasion, towns were looted and renamed, great swathes of the colony were annexed to the republics, and thousands of civilians were driven from their homes. The objective was to grab Natal and, with it, a seaport; indeed, even Louis Botha himself later boasted that only General Joubert's dithering had prevented him coming to Durban in 1899 to eat bananas. Written in Asha's trademark no holds barred style, this comprehensive history details the forces involved republican, British, and Natalian and covers every aspect of the campaign. Where other accounts tend to focus almost entirely on the British defeats at Colenso and Spion Kop, this new work shows how they fitted into the campaign as a whole and explores how the much-maligned General Buller broke through to relieve Ladysmith, then drove the invaders out in a series of barely known victories. Fully illustrated with specially drawn maps that show both the operational and tactical aspects of the campaign, Ash can stand back to explain the big picture but also take the reader into the trenches and sangars with the Tommies and burghers. Written with verve and a soldier's eye, Ash's accounts of the various battles place the reader right in the thick of the action; one can almost hear the crack of the Mauser bullets and the pounding of the guns. The cast of remarkable characters who served in Natal are also explored in depth; indeed, the extraordinary personalities involved are one of the many things that make this account so readable and entertaining.

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“[A] rich and lyrical tale of desperation and redemption . . . Throughout, Sainz Borgo applies stark poetry to the terrifying setting, where 'moans and cries attributed to ghosts sometimes masked executions and beatings.' It’s a stunner.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“[A] deeply felt meditation on migration, mourning and the simultaneous entanglement and estrangement of the living and the dead” —Los Angeles TimesWinner of the 2023 Jan Michalski Prize, a searing novel of loss and resilience that illuminates the often-overlooked human dimension of the migrant crisis, re-imagining the border as a dreamlike purgatory bridging life and death.In an unnamed Latin American country, a mysterious plague quickly spreads, erasing the memory of anyone infected. Angustias Romero flees with her family, but their flight is tragically cut short when she loses both her children. Consumed by grief, she finds herself within the hallucinatory expanse of Mezquite––a town corrupted by greed and populated by storytellers, refugees, and violent, predatory gangs.Here, Angustias is finally able to lay her children to rest at the Third Country, a cemetery run by the larger-than-life Visitación Salazar and a refuge beyond suffering and fear. While Visitación remains defiant in her mission to care for the dead, the cemetery she oversees is the focal point of a bitter land dispute with Alcides Abundio, the most feared landowner of the border. Caught in this power struggle, Angustias and Visitación–friends and sometimes rivals– stand their ground on a frontier where the law is dictated by violence; a surreal territory whose very nature blurs the boundaries between life and death.Exploring what we are capable of and how far we will go when we have nothing to lose, No Place to Bury the Dead confirms Karina Sainz Borgo’s importance amongst the voices of modern Latin American literature, merging thriller, western, and classic tragedy in an unforgettable and urgent novel that won the 2023 Jan Michalski Prize.Translated from the Spanish by Elizabeth Bryer

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With her signature blend of magical and heartfelt storytelling, USA TODAY bestselling author Jennifer Moorman returns with The Charmed Library, a love letter to libraries, favorite childhood stories, and readers who have fallen for fictional heroes.Like many other public libraries, the one in Blue Sky Valley, North Carolina, is a haven for readers. But it's also unlike any other. In this library, fictional characters step off the page into real life. Assistant librarian Stella Parker has no idea. Still reeling from her father's death and--more recently--a breakup, she hasn't noticed. All she knows is she's stuck in a job she's overqualified for and stumped about what to do with her life.Everything changes when she burns her beloved journal.Words matter to Stella. For as long as she can remember, she's seen them. Words appear--in varying colors and fonts--rising from surfaces, bouncing over objects, and even wiggling out of people. Words give her insight into emotions and untold stories. But the words change for Stella after she burns her journal. Suddenly they're demanding, urgent--and painful.Then Stella stumbles upon strange characters in the library after hours. One is an oddly familiar World War II soldier who introduces himself as Jack--Jack Mathis, the main character from her favorite book. A fictional hero and Stella's first crush. Standing in front of her in the flesh.Jack tells Stella about the magic hidden in the library. Skeptical, Stella rashly invites a villain to visit, and chaos ensues. As she discovers the importance of protecting the library's secret and gets to know the real Jack, words continue to appear. What are they trying to tell her?Much too quickly, Stella is faced with the reality that all stories must end, and magic comes at a price. The characters who visit the library can only stay for fourteen days. And Jack's time is almost up.A cozy, Hallmark-esque rom-com, The Charmed Library invites readers to escape to a world where words come alive and book boyfriends leap off the page.

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Uncover the captivating tale of two extraordinary sisters in The Star Society, a thrilling historical novel that transports readers from the shadows of the Dutch Resistance to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Inspired by the indomitable spirit of Audrey Hepburn, this gripping story follows Ada and Ingrid as they reunite after World War II, embarking on a journey of justice, survival, and secrets amid the backdrop of the Red Scare in Hollywood.A new name, a new country, and a coveted title as Hollywood's newest rising star: by 1946, actress Ada Worthington-Fox has discarded the life she left in war-torn Arnhem, where she worked for the Dutch resistance before Gestapo imprisonment prompted her to flee after release. But that life is thrust back into the spotlight when Ingrid--the sister she believed dead--shows up on her doorstep.Politically-minded Ingrid escaped the Nazi invasion of Arnhem and fled to Washinton, D.C. where she became a private investigator. Now, she has been sent to root out communist influences in Hollywood. Her target: Ada Worthington-Fox, the sister she long thought lost to her. Ingrid must hide her true purpose as she shields Ada from sneaky reporters, damaging rumors, and increasing threats, all while fighting to uncover which side her sister is truly on before Ingrid's efforts to help her are too late.Yet, Ada has her own mission: locating the Gestapo agent who terrorized her hometown and bringing him to justice. But delving into her past would risk alerting the press to a life too personal to expose. As the rising fear of communism threatens everyone, she turns to her sister, believing Ingrid's ties to Washington may be her only hope for success.But the connections between Ada's elusive Nazi and Ingrid's communist witch hunt might be stronger than they realize. Both sisters share the darkest secret of all, one that risks their very lives if ever exposed. As they come closer to identifying Ada's target and as Ingrid's investigation intensifies, they will need to decide what is more important: justice or safety, keeping silent or taking a stand, and, above all, if their loyalty to one another is worth risking the post-war lives they've fought to build.

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Make smarter business decisions with Microsoft PowerBI Microsoft PowerBI For Dummies gives you the foundation you need to use this powerful software platform to manage your data and gather insight for making better decisions. With PowerBI, you can visualize, model, and interpret large datasets, quickly revealing insights that once took weeks to dig out. This book takes you through the basics of getting your data ready, preparing your analysis, and creating reports. Then, you'll dig into more advanced features using DAX—the PowerBI programming language—even if you have no prior programming experience. This edition covers the latest updates to the software, including AI integration, enhanced customization, and improved real-time collaboration tools. Transform raw data into meaningful information and make data-driven decisionsImport datasets and create dashboards, visualizations, and reportsUse the Copilot AI assistant to speed up workflows and simplify tasksIntegrate PowerBI with other Microsoft services like Excel and Azure Businesses of all sizes can use PowerBI to manage their data. With Microsoft PowerBI For Dummies, you can quickly and easily set up PowerBI, learn the fundamentals, and handle complex reporting.

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Transform cooking into an act of self-care and gratitude with Nicki Sizemore's recipes and advice for bringing mindfulness and intention into the kitchen. The time you spend in the kitchen should be grounding and nourishing for your mind, body, and spirit. In this unique cookbook, Nicki Sizemore combines healthy recipes with simple rituals--like breathing deeply and noticing the sights and sounds of the kitchen--that will help home cooks become more present, calm, and connected to their food. Mind, Body, Spirit, Food contains 51 naturally gluten-free recipes that each include a mindfulness prompt, such as focus on the process and not the result as you bread the chicken or eggplant slices in Sheet Pan Parm, seek balance as you notice how sweet counter salty and spicy tempers richness in Miso Maple Glazed Vegetables, and feel grounded on the kitchen floor as you bite into the earthy beets of Roasted Beet Salad. ​With Nicki's intention-setting tips and deeply satisfying whole food recipes, cooking and eating can be transformed from a necessity (or chore) to an act of self-care and deep gratitude, bringing freedom and joy into every meal in your day. The recipe chapters promise to:Awaken (Breakfast, Snacks, and Starters)Ground (Salads and Sides)Soothe (Soups, Stews, and Bowls)Innovate (Streamlined Dinners)Transform (Marinades, Sauces, and Rubs)Improvise (Clean-out-the-Fridge Meals)Share (Desserts)

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Paris, 1939: Gazing out at the glittering skyline, Evelina clutches the letter from her love in shaking hands. "I know I do not deserve you, my darling, but I pray that you will change your mind. You have my heart, and I hope that nothing will keep us apart..."London, present day. Blake gazes down at a scrap of shimmering silver velvet attached to a faded dress design. They were left by her great-grandmother at Hope's House, a home for unmarried mothers, and now that her beloved grandmother has passed, the designer's signature is the only clue Blake has about her biological family. Armed with a plane ticket, a Paris address and the details of a handsome fashion curator named Henri, Blake is determined to find out the truth about her talented great-grandmother Evelina's life. Perhaps doing so will help Blake get her old spark for designing back, after her dreams have sat forgotten for so long.Soon Blake is walking down the Champs-Élysées and enjoying intimate dinners with Henri, who is researching Evelina's work as one of Paris' most celebrated designers, whose bold designs rivalled Coco Chanel's. Soon Henri and Blake grow closer, uncovering Evelina's legacy, and her forbidden romance that set the fashion world ablaze.As Blake discovers the devastating choice that caused Evelina to flee the most romantic city in the world, she wonders if she, too, could do the impossible and risk everything for love with Henri. Or will the fallout of Evelina's heart-wrenching past drive Blake back home?A completely addictive and emotional novel about family secrets, forbidden love and having the courage to follow your dreams. Perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Victoria Hislop.

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Does woodworking intimidate you? It’s okay if it does, you’re not alone. But the world of woodworking has been waiting for you, and this book is ready to welcome you in with open arms.It’s time to let go of the fear, cut through the jargon, and start making things. Written by a self-taught female woodworker, and aimed at absolute beginners, you’ll find all the skills and encouragement you need within these pages. From learning about tools and techniques to tips and tricks, along with detailed step-by-step projects, this book is bursting with all the knowledge you need to begin your woodworking journey.In this book you’ll learn:All about power tools and hand tools, how to use them and which ones you actually need.How and where to buy wood and the essentials of cutting, sanding and joining.Everything you need to know about staining, painting and protecting wood.How to install hardware for hanging projects on the wall.How to cut circles and shapes to add a new dimension to your projects.Tips on how to create your own workshop in a small space, including dust management.The design process and how to discover your inner creative.How to make 20 projects step-by-step, as well as suggestions on how to adapt the projects to create your own unique designs.But this is more than just a manual - it’s an invitation to tap into your creativity, explore new possibilities and discover the joy of bringing something to life with your hands. Whether you’re here to learn the basics, or dreaming of something more ambitious, this book provides you with the skills and encouragement you need to thrive. With this trusty book by your side, you’ll gain the skills, confidence and expertise you need to explore new possibilities, express your individual style, and become the woodworker of your dreams.Buy this book today to start fearing less and making more!

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The Lady has an offer.The Vicar has a Confession.Lady Madeline Blair is on a mission. Her eccentric late aunt left her a small fortune with one condition: to claim it, Madeline must marry by New Year's Eve… which is now only three weeks away! An invitation to spend Christmas at Alcott Hall provides the perfect chance to snag herself an unsuspecting beau. She will be generous with her inheritance; on the condition he agrees never to claim his rights as her husband.Five years ago, Charles Bray left Finchley and never looked back. It was too painful to dwell in the past. So, when duty calls him home, he returns, heart heavy, to a town full of ghosts. Seeking any distraction, he sparks an unlikely friendship with a quiet young lady who makes him a surprising offer too good to refuse.And then there's John . . .

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The first I Can Read in global superstar and everyone’s F-R-I-E-N-D Jennifer Aniston’s series starring her food-loving dog, Clydeo!Clydeo is making peanut butter cookies when his mouth gets stuck shut with peanut butter. He seeks the help of his family, but no one can understand him. What will it take for Clydeo to get unstuck?Find out in this hilarious Level 1 I Can Read book by global superstar Jennifer Aniston. Clydeo versus Peanut Butter is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.For more fun with Jennifer Aniston and Clydeo, check out:Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of LifeCook with Clydeo: A Cookbook for KidsClydeo Makes a Friend, Level 1 I Can Read, coming March 2026

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Everyone's favorite pint-sized dino from the New York Times bestseller Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug celebrates springtime with this heartwarming Easter board book! The Easter Bun-Bun visits young dinosaurs and leaves them each a special treat—a basket filled with surprises! But when Tiny realizes that Mother and Father didn't get anything, he decides that today he is not a mighty rex but an Itty-Bitty Bun-Bun, and sets out to create a sweet surprise for them, too. From babies to toddlers to five-year-olds, kids love dinosaurs! And Tiny is a dinosaur they understand and respond to because he's a tiny dinosaur in a big world—just like them. Like every book in the series, this sweet story features the little dino solving common childhood challenges with love, a positive attitude, and help from his friends.

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Four starred reviews! From award-winning novelist Susan Vaught comes an "emotionally charged and eloquently rendered" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) picture book that celebrates inclusivity, acceptance, and the importance of rebuilding a community in the wake of disaster. Lightning gash! Windy lash! A storm drives all the farm animals indoors except for a lonely fox family. The barn isn't their home. But where will they go for safety? This stunning picture book explores themes of acceptance and belonging: Large or small, Short and tall, There is room, There is room, There is room For us all.

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Eiva Richter het twee probleme: sy is blykbaar koud in die bed en het nog nooit ’n klimaks bereik nie. Sy steek dit weg totdat sy haar enkel verstuit. Die aanraking van haar fisioterapeut, Clark Kensington, dryf haar tot raserny. Sy gee haarself aan hom oor en vind bevryding in sy arms. Maar niemand het Eiva voorberei op die gevoelens wat saam met die die vryheid kom nie. Clark se geraamtes in die kas maak dat hy nie beloftes wil maak nie. Maar as hy Eiva wil behou, sal hy weer moet dink.

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A thrilling adventure set in the jungles of India from the Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlisted author of Secrets of the Snakestone.A lost monkey.A cursed jewel.A race through the jungle.When Roma stumbles upon a rare golden monkey, she vows to return it to its hidden home in the Himalayas. But the path is riddled with peril: ruthless bandits, prowling beasts, and the sinister power of the Snakestone - a jewel that stalks her dreams.To make matters worse, Roma is forced to travel with Max and Arabella, two pampered children who seem more trouble than help. Only a mysterious map offers a chance of success - but with every step, pursuers of the Snakestone draw closer.Can Roma unlock the map's secret before the jungle swallows them whole?

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From a little girl with a love for storytelling to one of the most influential women in the world, this is the remarkable journey of Oprah Winfrey.Oprah’s passion for words and stories began in childhood. She read everything she could find, captivated audiences in church, and dreamed of making a difference. With determination and hard work, she won a university scholarship and became a television news anchor at just nineteen years old!But Oprah had even bigger ambitions. She discovered that her true talent was connecting with people, and through The Oprah Winfrey Show she transformed TV and talk shows forever. With her warmth, honesty, and curiosity, she inspired millions, tackled important topics, and gave a voice to those who needed to be heard.Oprah didn’t just change TV - she built an entire media empire. From starting her own network to starring in films and publishing books, she used her success to empower young people, support education, and fight for social justice. Her dedication to helping others even earned her the Presidential Medal of Freedom, recognising her impact far beyond the world of entertainment.Oprah Winfrey is the latest inspiring addition to the Little People, BIG DREAMS series that shows children that their voices matter, their dreams are valid, and that anything is possible with courage and determination.   

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The inside story of the race to develop Ozempic – the world’s first truly effective and safe obesity drug – and its potentially revolutionary effects on public health, and our deeper culture and values. 'ENLIGHTENING' Publishers Weekly A ‘cure’ for obesity has long evaded the pharmaceutical industry, until the development of Ozempic: a diabetes medication that targets the GLP-1 hormone and makes people feel fuller for longer. After decades of research, Ozempic’s creator Novo Nordisk quickly became one of the most valuable companies in Europe. Now it struggles to keep up with its rivals in an explosive and lucrative market for weight-loss injections. The treatment is so effective that it’s already disrupted industries from healthcare to fast food to fashion. Financial investment has skyrocketed and public demand continues to soar alongside celebrity endorsements. Beyond million-dollar profits, countless lives could now be saved from preventable diseases, but one question remains: are these drugs too good to be true? Through original reporting and rigorous research, Aimee Donnellan uncovers the complicated history of a medical breakthrough that is changing the world, while raising difficult questions about inequality, morality, our beauty ideals and the pursuit of thinness. Along the way, Donnellan profiles the female scientist whose contributions to the discovery of GLP-1 were overlooked and some of the earliest Ozempic users share powerful testimonies. Off the Scales is a revelatory, gripping and urgent study of the unexpected consequences of finally getting what we’ve wanted for so long. 'The definitive account of a singular global force – essential reading to help us understand what has been unleashed and what may be coming next' Andy Slavitt, author of Preventable 'A riveting and impeccably researched deep-dive into the murky world of drug development' Josie Cox, author of Women Money Power 'Donnellan captures the drama behind the science … and explores the wider implications for society, health and business in this deeply researched book' John Collingridge, Guardian business editor

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