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Smart Tots Phonics Word Families contains 84 flash cards designed to introduce children age 6 and up to reading and learning words that share the same sound and belong to the same word family.With three vibrant flash cards per word sound to recognize, read, and say, Smart Tots will quickly become familiar with the most common sounds and gain in reading confidence. With guidance, they will soon be having fun thinking up other words that belong to the same word family, both real words and even nonsense words, for ultimate reading smarts.And with two instruction cards included, adults will have plenty of game-play ideas at their fingertips to guide little ones, making activities immersive and fun.

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Smart Tots Counting contains 84 flash cards designed to introduce children age 3 and up to counting from one to twenty, and more, learning the numerals and their matching number words, plus recognizing associated quantities of items.This deck also includes numbers 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, and 100 for ultimate counting smarts, ready for school! It contains cards with pictures to count and identify, as well as cards that display numerals and number words only, "3" and "three," for example.Smart Tots Counting will help little ones to prepare for counting success, building their confidence to take their first Smart Tots steps to counting on their own, at the same time growing their self-esteem. And with two instruction cards included, adults will have plenty of game-play ideas at their fingertips to guide little ones, making activities immersive and fun.

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In die oop ruimtes tussen sterre en swaartekrag sal jy Karlien vind waar sykaalvoet en sonder pretensie by die Here sit. Daar waar sy met Hom kangesels oor haar soeke en seer, want sy weet dat Hy gewillig en met deernisluister.Karlien vertel van haar kronkelpaaie van pyn en verlies en hoe sy deur diejare daardie paaie gevleg met haar onwrikbare geloof gestap het. In hierdiepoëtiese teks vol beeldspraak en vloeiende kreatiwiteit gesels sy oor kwesbaregrepe uit haar lewe. Sy deel met die leser haar ondersoeke in die Woord,die suiwer leringe van Jesus, sielvolle gedigte, lirieke en diep persoonlikegewaarwordinge.In Riviere in die wildernis leer ons Karlien ken soos nog nooit tevore nie.In haar arms het sy al lewe, siekte en dood vasgehou en geleer hoe om, of dieHere nou gee óf neem, steeds ’n halleluja te sing.

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Mara is uiteindelik vry van haar toksiese huwelik en trek terug Stellenbosch toe waar sy destyds gestudeer het. Sy koop ’n boekwinkel en begin stadig weer die toue van ou vriendskappe en haar lewe optel. Kort voor lank is sy betrokke by die lief en leed van haar vriende en kollegas wat soos familie vir haar raak.Maar alles is nie idillies nie. Mara sukkel om haarself en haar geloof weer te vind ná alles wat in haar huwelik gebeur het. En sy maak boonop onverwagse vyande … Soos boeke wat een vir een van ’n lendelam boekrak aftuimel begin Mara en die mense om haar se omstandighede hulle inhaal.En dan is daar Bart, die professor met die goeie siel en sagte oë wat in haarhart en boekwinkel kom rondkrap. Miskien kan hy vir Mara wys daar ismeer vir haar bestem hier en by hom as wat sy in haar verlede agtergelaathet.

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'A must read for anyone navigating a season of transition in their life' - Jay ShettyThe years leading up to 30 can feel more agonizing than exciting. The pressure to have it all figured out - your job, your relationship, your LIFE - is intense. And as if that's not enough, bam! Along comes Saturn Return, a cosmic milestone that thrusts you into adulthood... ready or not.Yes, it can all feel overwhelming, and the fear of the unknown is real. While part of you might want to cling to the status quo (whether it's actually working for you or not), there is another, more powerful part of you that won't allow that to happen. This book is here to talk to that part of you.Lindsey Simcik and Krista Williams - creators of the #1, critically acclaimed wellness podcast and global community Almost 30 - help you navigate this season of astronomical (and astrological) transition in your life. Consider them the big sisters of your Saturn Return, here to guide you, hold your hand, and cheer you on as you embark upon this monumental transition that will touch every single part of your life, from your body to your relationships to your spirituality. In addition to looking back at their own alternately hilarious and insightful experiences of being almost thirty, this book contains the expert insights, research, practices, and tools they've cultivated through nearly a decade of hosting Almost 30.Dive into thought exercises, meditations, journaling prompts, and sage advice from expert podcast guests such as Jay Shetty, Gabrielle Bernstein, Glennon Doyle, Nicole LaPera, and many more. Almost 30 is the go-to book for every woman standing on the cusp of where they've been and where they're going. Because change is imminent, and we're all almost... something.

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Toe Adelie haar aantreklike Franse tutor ontmoet, begin haar hart volksvreemde tale praat. Sy moet besigheidsterminogie leer, maar bewys gou sy is dit reeds baas. Daarna maak Sihan elke oomblik tussen hulle kosbaar en leer haar die werklike betekenis van die sinnetjie “Je t’aime”. Dis nou tot haar eerste liefde, Shane, weer op die toneel verskyn. Dieselfde Shane wat in die boomhuis in hul agtererf talle beloftes aan haar gemaak het en toe haar hart gebreek het. Al uitweg wat Adelie sien, is dat sy en Sihan hul eie boomhuisbeloftes moet maak. Tot die dag toe alles skielik in duie stort ...

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Denise vind nog haar voete in die Boland nadat sy uit ’n toksiese huwelik ontsnap het. Dirk is ’n toegewyde polisieman, maar sy eksvrou het hom oor ’n enkele fout in sy verlede finansieel afgepers. Toe Denise se woonstelgebou afbrand, vermoed sy haar eksman is verantwoordelik. Maar sy bly uit skaamte stil oor haar verlede. Dirk vind uit hoe Denise van haar eksman ontkom het en moet besluit of hy hom daarmee kan versoen. Sal hulle saam liefde en aanvaarding bymekaar kan vind?

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Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size! The world's most iconic super-heroes are united for an unbelievable adventure when Superman's greatest foe, Lex Luthor, becomes President of the United States and starts an all-out super-powered hunt for the Man of Tomorrow. Nearby in Gotham, Batman finds that Superman is not the last Kryptonian, as he discovers another survivor alive Kal-El s cousin, Supergirl! However, behind this immense discovery may be the gravest threat of all: Darkseid! Together, Superman and Batman square off with against the greatest threats known to the DC Universe in an unforgettable team-up!

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Ancient Egyptians imagined the afterlife as a kind of journey you had to make to get to paradise – but it was quite a hazardous journey so you would need help along the way. So spells and magic formulas written on papyrus were placed in coffins and burial chambers and believed to protect and aid the deceased in duat, or the underworld. These funerary texts were developed over many centuries into individualized collections known as the Book of the Dead. One of the best-known versions, the ‘Papyrus of Ani’, is featured here. Some 192 spells are known, although no single manuscript contains them all. The spells are designed to give the dead mystical knowledge in the afterlife, offer incantations to help preserve different parts of the deceased, and protect the dead from hostile forces. Some of the spells are to make sure you can control your own body after death. The ancient Egyptians believed that a person was made up of different elements: body, spirit, name, heart, all embodiments of a person, and they were afraid that these elements would disperse when you died. Presented in a pocket flexibound format with accompanying illustrations, Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ideal resource of esoteric wisdom for anyone interested in Ancient Egyptian notions of death and the path to the afterlife.

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Gaining insight into our deeper selves through the use of divination tools to help decide future actions has preoccupied mankind since ancient times. In Europe, cards which became known as Tarot have been used to map the soul and predict the future since the 16th century. The 78 cards in the Tarot deck each has its own imagery, symbolism and story. This beautiful pocket edition showcases each card from the Rider-Waite-Smith set, the one most commonly used by Tarot readers. Practitioners believe that the 22 Major Arcana cards represent life’s karmic and spiritual lessons, and the 56 Minor Arcana cards reflect the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Tarot offers an elegantly presented, concise guide to the 78 cards, from number 0 The Fool – who represents unlimited potential, through The Hermit – who represents a break from everyday life, to number 21 The World – which indicates a sense of wholeness, completion and fulfilment.

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Written in the 6th century BC, Sun Tzu’s The Art of War is still used as a book of military strategy today. Napoleon, Mae Zedong, General Vo Nguyen Giap and General Douglas MacArthur all claimed to have drawn inspiration from it. And beyond the world of war, business and management gurus have also applied Sun Tzu’s ideas to office politics and corporate strategy. Using a new translation by James Trapp and including editorial notes, this bilingual edition of The Art of War lays the original Chinese text opposite the modern English translation. The book contains the full original 13 chapters on such topics as laying plans, attacking by stratagem, weaponry, terrain and the use of spies. Sun Tzu addresses different campaign situations, marching, energy and how to exploit your enemy’s weaknesses. Of immense influence to great leaders across millennia, The Art of War is a classic text richly deserving this exquisite edition.

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An alphabet developed by Germanic and Nordic peoples during ancient times, runes were used to represent both simple things and more complex concepts, providing a written form of communication before the latin alphabet was adopted. Today, reading runes are a popular tool for understanding the present and divining the future. Divided into two broad chapters, showing how to use runes, and outlining the full runic alphabet as well as a section on standing runestones, Runes provides a compact, accessible guide to this ancient reading system. Discover the basic three rune layout, and how it can help bring clarity when seeking guidance; learn how to arrange the runes in a five rune cast, which offers a more complex reading; discover Uruz, U, which means a wild ox in Elder Futhark, the oldest runic alphabet; and see how runic inscriptions were combined on standing stones to mark burial sites and the deeds of great warriors. A compact guide with 130 illustrations and photographs of runes, rune readings and runestones, this book will fascinate anyone interested in this ancient writing form and its uses today.

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Shake off self-doubt and kick that negativity to the kerb with the help of this little book, bursting with good vibes and positivitySometimes life has a way of getting you down, and even the strongest person can get into a funk now and then. But, with a can-do attitude and a shot of self-confidence, you can clear those grey clouds and let the sun shine through again.This quote book will help you shut down the blues and bring your A-game to every situation. Let wise words from some of the world's most iconic and inspirational celebrities, philosophers, writers, big dreamers and all-round go-getters give you the enthusiasm you need to make the most out of every day.Within these pages, you will find:- Uplifting quotes to keep you feeling optimistic and motivated- Reassuring words to remind you that you're amazing- Heart-warming affirmations to bring a smile to your faceThere are dozens of positive pearls of wisdom waiting for you inside, so get reading, get pumped and bask in good vibes only!

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Are you struggling with never-ending to-do lists and overwhelming mum guilt? Then this practical little book of tips and hacks is your go-to guide for surviving and thriving at motherhoodIt's easy to feel like there aren't enough hours in the day when you're a mum. But with this book you'll learn how to organize every aspect of your life so that you still have quality time for you and your kids.The Little Book for Busy Mums is small, straight-talking - because who has time to leaf through pages of soliloquies - and bursting with information that will benefit all the family, including:- A chapter of all the mum hacks you'd possibly need, including nifty cleaning, organization and food-planning tricks that'll help you save time and your sanity- Tips on how to delegate without worry - because it takes a village to raise a child, after all!- Easy self-care wins that you can factor into any time of day for a quick happiness fix- Bigger well-being rituals that are essential to every plate-spinning mum- Low-cost and no-spend activities to help you make memories with your familyIt's about time life was made a little easier for you, and this book will help show you how!

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The modern world can be stressful, but rest assured - this therapeutic guide to the practice of mindfulness will help you find stillness, calm and gratitude in every dayRooted in Buddhist and Hindu traditions, the concept of mindfulness is centred around being present in the moment and fully aware of your thoughts. Whether nurtured through meditation and body scans, or by simply paying greater attention to what enters your mind as you walk, eat or wash-up, mindfulness is a practice that everyone can benefit from.Within these pages, you will find:- Fascinating facts on the history of mindfulness, from its origins in Hinduism and Buddhism to its use within the modern well-being industry- Mindfulness techniques to improve your physical and mental health- Step-by-step exercises and actionable advice on how to integrate mindfulness into your everyday life- Thought-provoking quotes to help you appreciate life's small wondersTaking the time to be fully present can change your perspective on life for good. By learning the methods, origins and evolution of this beautiful practice, you can start to live a more mindful life in a way that suits you best.

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**All first edition hardback copies feature beautiful sprayed edges – available while stocks last**Unstoppable war. Unspeakable sins. Impossible love.The Dread Sorceress Oneira has retired. She’s exhausted from fighting the endless wars of kings and queens, and has long accepted that her death is near. Alone at last but for a few uninvited companions – a near-mythical wolf, a goddess’s avatar and a feline that embodies magic itself – Oneira realizes that she’s bored. On a whim, or perhaps at the behest of fate, she makes an unlikely trip to the most extensive library in existence: the home of her most powerful rival, the sorcerer Stearanos.When she recklessly steals a book from him, Oneira inadvertently initiates a forbidden correspondence. Taunting notes and clever retorts reveal a connection neither has found – nor could ever find – in any other.But Oneira soon learns that Stearanos, bound to a vile king, is tasked with waging war on the queen she once served. A relationship with him is far too dangerous to pursue despite their mutual desire – and yet, Oneira can’t seem to stay away. A bond with Stearanos could alight the long-extinct flame of life within her . . . or it could destroy her entirely.The Witch’s Heart by Genevieve Gornichec meets Madeline Miller’s Circe in Never the Roses, an epic and slow-burn romantic fantasy by Jennifer K. Lambert.‘An extraordinary novel! Full of unexpected love, magic, heartbreak and healing’ – Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop

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'A charmingly modest tale of a long brush with stardom, with all its pleasures and frustrations' Kirkus'A captivating and intimate window into the complicated lives of one of rock’s most legendary couples' Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)'It’s hard to define the relationship Elliot had with our family. But I ultimately think the best word to describe him is: friend. Perhaps our closest friend. The reason I wanted Elliot to write a book, first and foremost, is because he is a good storyteller. The fact that he was there in the lives of John and Yoko (and mine), is really just icing on the cake. I like hearing him talk, and I’m sure you will, too' Sean Ono LennonFrom the moment he interviewed Yoko Ono on his late night radio show in September 1971, Elliot Mintz’s life would never the same again. That phone call would lead him to an intense and revealing friendship with Yoko and her husband, John Lennon, until John’s untimely death in 1980, and beyond, to the present day.In 1971, then the talk host on American airwaves, Elliot Mintz was talking to all of the major figures in the burgeoning West Coast music scene when he was asked whether he would interview Yoko about her new album. Their talk quickly lead to other private calls and then to John Lennon, with whom he quickly formed a firm bond. Those conversations became hours-long epics, to the extent that Elliot had another phone line put in, for which only two people had the number - John and Yoko.The aftermath of The Beatles’ breakup ushered in a tumultuous decade. Elliot witnessed it, or heard all about it, at close hand including the unbearable cost of such fame when John and Yoko separated for what became known as his ‘lost weekend’. There was joy when their son Sean was born and the creative rebirth that was the multi-platinum selling triumph, Double Fantasy. But then there was unimaginable tragedy too when John was brutally murdered in December 1980.

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Discover the fascinating world of Stoicism in this beginner's guide to a great and unageing philosophyThe ancient art of Stoicism was founded in Greece during the fourth century BCE, and it is still as relevant today as ever before. With the virtues of wisdom, courage, temperance and justice at its core, it's little wonder that many people are turning to this timeless philosophy in the hope of achieving eudaimonia, or "a life well lived". But who was it that founded Stoicism? How did its key principles develop? And how has it evolved over the years? The answers lie in this fascinating little book. Perfect for beginners and seasoned Stoics alike, this pocket-sized guide is brimming with history, wisdom and guidance. Inside you will discover the key thinkers that defined Stoicism, how it came to flourish and later decline, and finally its resurgence in the contemporary era. With the help of great sages like Marcus Aurelius and Zeno of Citium, you too can adopt Stoic virtues and begin your own journey towards a happier, more fulfilled existence.

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Say thank you to the friend who brightens up your life with this collection of appreciative quotes and affirmationsThere are some people who always make you feel "sunny side up". They help you see the brighter side of life when things aren't going to plan, and their positive energy beams out of them in the form of smiles, laughter and kindness.Show your friend how grateful you are to have them in your life with this joyful little book, bursting with quotes from a range of iconic figures, great thinkers and celebrities. Within these pages, you will find:- Wise and witty words on friendship- Heart-warming quotes to make you smile- Uplifting affirmations full of optimism and gratitudeWhy not recognize just how much your friend means to you with You Are My Sunshine? Let the positive energy, rays of wisdom and heart-warming words within bring a smile to their face and yours!

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This little book is here to celebrate those who see, think and experience the world in their own extraordinary ways, because we are all awesome exactly as we areEmbrace your own unique brilliance and find the confidence to make your mark on the world with this little book of positive words. Whether you have ADHD, autism, dyslexia or any other neurodivergence, Great Minds Think Differently is here to help you celebrate your gift and unleash the power of your mind.Inside you will find pages bursting with positive, uplifting and joyful quotes from a variety of trailblazers, change-makers and ground-breakers who have led the way in helping us to embrace change. This is more than just a book; it's a call to recognize the power in being exactly who you are, and a reminder that the world is richer, more vibrant and more wonderful because you're in it.Be inspired to live boldly, think differently and shine brightly, because the world needs the unique magic that only you can bring.

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'You’ll do a lot of work at uni and get very little out of it.' There’s no limit to the amount of hours you could spend honing and perfecting an essay or revising for an exam. Academic work could eat up all of your time at university – how do you know when you’ve done enough? I did my degree differently. I deprioritised and reprioritised. I planned and plotted. I put my life before my books. I tried and tested every method I could for efficient reading, writing and studying. And I’m here to help you do the same.In All the Work You Shouldn’t Do you’ll learn how to get the most from your degree and make time for the things you want to pursue without letting stress take over. We’ll cover:-Working out your goals and priorities-How to focus your efforts on the things that really matter-Planning your work-Reading and writing more efficiently-The importance of looking after your body and brainThis book gives you the advice I wish I had known when I was starting uni.

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Take a deep breath, get grounded in your surroundings and discover a peaceful pace of life with this simple guide to slow livingDo you often feel like you're rushing through life? Running for the train, hurrying to meet deadlines, speeding through a never-ending to-do list... Our routines become so hectic that we sometimes struggle to catch a breath.In this fast-paced modern world, many people feel the pressure to always be on the go when really, what we actually need, is to go slow.Discover the art of slowing down with this calming companion. The tips and techniques inside this slow-living guide will not only boost your mental and physical well-being, but also enrich your relationships and help you reconnect with what really matters.With practical advice on self-care, breathing techniques, mindfulness, ethical living and eating, and how best to cultivate quiet moments every day, this book is the key to a calmer, happier you.Inside you will find:- Slow daily rituals- Gentle wellness practices- Simple recipes- New routines to help you reclaim your peaceAnd much more!

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When the world is burning, how much is there to lose?London, 1941.As the city thrums with Blitz bombers, lonely air raid warden Ruby is drawn into the unfamiliar world of the India Forum, where a group of Londoners are working tirelessly to free India from British rule.Ruby has her own secret motives for joining the fight, but when she meets Satyajit, charming, aloof, and potentially dangerous, she finds herself torn between head and heart.Lawyer Kitty is helping Indian men in Britain challenge conscription. Having left her family behind in Bombay to marry the man she loves, now she risks losing him as well.As Kitty and Ruby’s lives collide, the threat of violence closes in. Just how far are they willing to go for the people they love?A story of sacrifice and betrayal, belonging and loss, A Thread of Light is the stunning second novel by Neema Shah, author of Kololo Hill.Readers are already loving A Thread of Light: 'A Thread of Light by Neema Shah is an extraordinary novel that captured my heart and mind from the very first page ' (Five star review)'A passionately told story featuring prejudices, love, suspicion, trust, and the questioning of loyalties''This is a fascinating and compelling read' (Five star review)

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Over 65 delightful recipes for BAR BITES, COCKTAILS and SPRITZES that will transport you to the bustling excitement of an Italian post-work APERITIVO!Aperitivo refers to a few glorious hours between 7pm and 9pm when Italians meet to RELAX OVER A GLASS OF CHILLED WINE or a light cocktail and graze on bar bites.From a social soirée to enjoying a special moment with family, aperitivo hour is a fabulous way to EXCITE YOUR APPETITE and IGNITE YOUR TASTE BUDS.Ask any Italian, and they’ll tell you that aperitivo hour isn’t the same as an American happy hour; it’s a state of mind, and a way of being. It’s a time to focus on the present moment, and digest the day, while preparing to digest the dinner to follow. It is also the ideal time to try a classic Italian drink. Traditionally cocktails are light on alcohol and bitter in taste, meaning they pair well with the salty snacks on offer. Campari or slightly sweeter Aperol mixed with soda are classic choices, or enjoyed in a spritz (with the addition of sparkling wine). If you’re after something with more of a kick, you won't be disappointed by Italy's most famous cocktail, the Negroni, or a lighter sbagliato.Delicious bite-size snacks and small plates are served alongside drinks and, depending on which part of Italy you are in these can include topped bruschetta (toasts), cheeses and salumi (cured meats), vegetable antipasti and even pizzette, pasta or meatballs. Find all the inspiration you need to embrace the aperitivo hour at home with this gorgeous collection of recipes – cin cin!

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Gotham City is no stranger to the strange and unusual, but a cult that worships Man-Bat is certainly a new one for the Dynamic Duo! Plus, Shush continues her quiet reign of terror as both Batman and Robin chase after her. But when a familiar face from Damian s past returns, will he be able to keep his mind on the mission? All this while Damian struggles to keep his public persona as a high school student up a big ask for a boy who was raised by the League of Assassins! And what s this about a possible getaway to Dinosaur Island?! Collects Batman and Robin #14-19.

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'It’s hard to accept that this is the end of the Emmy Lake series, but if there has to be an end, let it be this one: Dear Miss Lake. Sheer joy!' - Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in Chemistry'Touching, funny and emotional, it’s the perfect escape and really should be prescribed as a national tonic' - Jill Mansell, author of An Almost Perfect SummerFrom the author of the Sunday Times bestseller Dear Mrs Bird, AJ Pearce's Dear Miss Lake returns us to wartime London where Emmy Lake is facing her greatest challenge yet . . . England, July 1944.After nearly five years of war the nation is weary, and the readers of Woman’s Friend need agony aunt Emmy Lake more than ever. With London under attack from the doodlebugs, the magazine decamps to the countryside, determined to keep helping the women of Britain and give hope to readers feeling powerless in the face of desperate news.With husband Charles now posted closer to home, and best friend Bunty at her side, Emmy throws herself into rural life, juggling children, competitive knitters and plans for a very important wedding. And then a phone call comes that means she may finally have the chance to become the war correspondent she always dreamed of.But disaster strikes, and suddenly Emmy is faced with her biggest challenge yet. Because when your own heart is breaking, how do you help everyone else?Joyful, moving and uplifting, Dear Miss Lake is the perfect story of the power of friendship and love.'Inspiring and spirited, charming, touching and funny. If ever there was a perfect book, this was it for me. Love, love, loved it beyond words' - Milly Johnson, author of The Queen of Wishful Thinking'The world AJ Pearce writes is cheerful and charming and full of wit' - Katie Fforde, author of From London With Love'Love and laughter for everyone . . . perfect, heart-warming' - Sally Page, author of The Keeper of StoriesREADERS LOVE DEAR MISS LAKE!‘Absolutely brilliant!’ *****‘A joy – tears and laughter – from start to finish’ *****‘Like getting together with an old friend that you love . . . I was entertained, happy, sad and gripped’ *****‘Engaging, funny, and at time emotional . . . I’m not ready to say goodbye’ *****‘Had me laughing out loud . . . an absolute must’ *****‘I’ve come to adore these characters’ *****‘I enjoyed it immensely’ *****

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**THE BRAND NEW SUN-SOAKED THRILLER FROM THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER** 'Escapist, thrilling, unforgettable’ Gillian McAllister 'The queen of the destination thriller is back with her best book yet' Claire Douglas ‘Wickedly twisty, menacing, sexy, and headily atmospheric, The Surf House has got it all' Louise Candlish Welcome to The Surf House Where everyone’s escaping something… * High on the cliffs of Morocco, far from the city lights and the souks, stands The Surf House: a sanctuary for travellers chasing sunshine and waves. But the idyll hides a dark mystery. And when Bea washes in, seeking refuge after a dangerous encounter in Marrakesh, she soon gets caught in the current. A woman her age – who stayed in the same area, walked the same beaches, met the same guests – disappeared one year earlier, vanishing without trace. Somewhere inside The Surf House lies the truth – but there’ll be a price for uncovering it… * Readers love getting swept away with Lucy Clarke’s destination thrillers: ‘Had me on the edge of my seat’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant … kept me guessing the whole way through’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Twists & turns galore, couldn’t put it down. Highly recommend!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Very clever and I was gripped throughout. Will be reading more from Lucy Clarke for sure’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Very evocative and you get really involved with the beautiful setting and characters’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a stonkingly fabulous read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lucy Clarke's book 'The Hike' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2023-10-02.

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A captivating coming-of-age novel about love, sisterhood, secrets and betrayal‘A subtle, clever, evocative book’ Joanna Quinn, Guardian Book of the Day'Gorgeous and sad and gripping and moving' Marian Keyes'Slender, perfect and sparkling ... I'm stricken with love for this book' Meg Mason'Details the profound and complex nature of love and family ... Spare, moving and beautifully written' Jojo Moyes‘Freud brings us directly inside the beating hearts of her characters. I loved this’ Miranda Cowley Heller‘Both delicate and profound – about how relationships bind us together and pull us apart’ Tracy ChevalierFrom the author of Hideous Kinky comes a captivating novel about sisterhood, secrets, betrayal and love.For as long as Lucy can remember, she’s been caught between loyalty to her rootless, idealistic mother and devotion to her fierce and exacting sister, Bea. From her unsettled childhood to her turbulent teenage years, she’s been forced to make a choice.But as the sisters come of age and embark on their own experiments – in love, drugs, work, motherhood – they find their lives, and their relationships, increasingly in turmoil.Can the love they have for each other transcend the damage of the past? Or is the past too dangerous to examine?

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'I rise with my red hair / And I eat men like air.'It is sixty years since Ariel was first published. The poems were written in an extraordinary burst of creativity just before Sylvia Plath's death in 1963, and they went on to establish her reputation as one of the most original and gifted poets of the twentieth century.The critic Al Alvarez, reviewing the collection in the Observer, wrote: 'If the poems are despairing, vengeful and destructive, they are at the same time tender, open to things, and also unusually clever, sardonic, hardminded . . . They are works of great artistic purity and, despite all the nihilism, great generosity . . . the book is a major literary event.'The poet Emily Berry offers an introduction that gives readers, old and new, a way into the poems, and demonstrates Plath's profound and enduring influence down the generations.

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A high-contrast board book full of vehicles, designed for babies’ developing eyes by artist Janna Steagall Baby sees motorcycles. Baby sees cars. Baby sees trucks. Created for the youngest readers and their developing eyes, this high-contrast board book introduces all your favorite vehicles, including trains, planes, taco trucks, and even rockets. With simple text and trendy images and patterns by Janna Steagall, Baby Sees Things that Go is the perfect tummy time companion for babies on the go!

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The first in a brand new series of Devon-set crime thrillers featuring DS Eden Driscoll 'Crime fiction at its very best, a knotty mystery' ELLY GRIFFITHS 'Terrific … Perhaps his best yet' ANN CLEEVES ‘The undisputed king of seaside noir’ VASEEM KHAN ‘A gripping and wonderful thriller’ NICCI FRENCH ‘Twistier than a cramping snake’ M. W. CRAVEN 'My finest crime novel of the year' Daily Mail Met detective Eden Driscoll never wanted a child, but when his estranged sister vanishes from her sailboat, he is asked to look after her son Finn – the nephew he hadn’t even known existed. Resettled in the seaside town of Teignmouth, Eden adjusts to his newfound parenthood. Then Finn disappears from school, and Eden knows something is dreadfully wrong. When Eden's sister's body is finally found, floating in the sea, local police rule her death an accident, but Eden isn’t convinced. She was an experienced sailor and would never sail without a life jacket. Eden starts searching his sister’s life for answers, and what he discovers changes everything. READERS LOVE THE RED SHORE ‘What a captivating story! I was totally enthralled’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This had me gripped from the very beginning and I was immediately invested’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was genuinely engrossed in this book and found it hard to put down. One of Shaw's best books’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow. What a start to a series’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘William Shaw is a superb crime writer … highly recommended’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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He’s Your Husband. A Father. A Friend. And Now He’s Live on TV... as a Hostage-Taker.THE GRIPPING NEW NOVEL FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON WRONG PLACE, WRONG TIME'Famous Last Words blindsided me with twists and surprises that had me gasping... A brilliant, brilliant book' JODI PICOULT'What an incredible, gripping, thrilling read' LISA JEWELL'Utterly effing magnificent. I could NOT put it down!' MARIAN KEYES---It’s Camilla’s first day back at work. And her daughter’s first day at nursery. But where is her husband Luke? The only trace of him is an unfinished note.Then she sees the breaking news: a hostage situation just streets away. Next the police arrive: Luke is caught up in it.But he isn't a hostage. Luke – doting father, successful writer, eternal optimist – is the gunman.What Camilla does next will be crucial. Because only she can figure out what clue lies in the note he left behind . . .--PRAISE FOR FAMOUS LAST WORDS'Few things make me happier than a new Gillian McAllister book, and Famous Last Words did not let me down. Complex, surprising and utterly gripping' JANE FALLON'An incredibly page-turning mystery wrapped up in a thoughtful and thought-provoking exploration of a most unusual kind of grief. Absolutely outstanding, one of my books of the year' ANDREA MARA'Completely addictive. I was as desperate to find out the truth as any of the characters in the book ? if not more so!' SOPHIA HANNAH'A totally fresh read that left me guessing until the very end!' ASHLEY FLOWERS'McAllister is an expert in taut, twisty thrillers' i PAPER'A thriller full of unexpected twists and turns, packing a real emotional punch' RED MAGAZINEPRAISE FOR GILLIAN MCALLISTER‘A first-class thriller’ SUNDAY TIMES‘A writer at the top of her game’ CLAIRE DOUGLAS'Extraordinary' DAILY MAIL

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The addictive million-copy bestseller mystery taking Japan by storm, from the author of The Times Bestseller Strange PicturesA twisty puzzle in which the reader is the detective, examining a series of creepy floorplans for clues'Deliciously unsettling and refreshingly unique, Strange Houses will lure you in and keep you captive with every clever twist' - Kristen Perrin, author of How to Solve Your Own Murder A sinister hidden room.A dead space between two walls.A sealed cellar.A child's face glimpsed at a window.Every house hides secrets.But some secrets are far darker than others.More than a million readers have discovered the terrible truth behind these strange houses.Now it's your turn.PRAISE FOR UKETSU'Part Rubik's Cube, part Russian doll, part kaleidoscope and altogether irresistible. Strange Pictures is heady, giddy, genre-blurring stuff and so fizzy with invention and possibility that I almost pity the next novel I read' - A.J. Finn, author of The Woman in the Window'A superlative puzzle made of multiple parts that interconnect in unexpected ways, told inventively through pictures and text. Every twist and turn steepens the sense of foreboding. Original, intricate and deeply unsettling. I've never read anything like it' - Alex Pavesi, author of Eight Detectives'Absolutely loved this clever little banger. An addictive murder mystery that unfolds like pointillism on the page: only when you reach the end, step back and view the bigger picture does each of its parts click into place. Exceptional!' - Alice Slater, author of Death of a Bookseller'An intricately woven, at times unsettling, but always mesmerising piece of work' - Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants

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Why did the baker have smelly hands?Because he kneaded a poo!Did you hear about the guy who farted in a lift?It was wrong on so many levels!Featuring these and many more hilarious howlers about all things disgusting, stinky and gooey to make you yell 'EWWW', 'YUCK' and laugh out loud!

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'A page-turner with a mystery to solve, and a meditation on what it means for a child to know their parents' - Cathy RentzenbrinkWhat would you do to find out the truth about someone you love? A forensic, propulsive book about the line between fact and fiction.Renowned scientist Professor Michael Briggs was many things:A Space expert at NASAAn adviser to the World Health OrganisationA successful Big Pharma executive But Michael Briggs had a secret. A scandal broke out in 1986 when research he conducted was revealed to be compromised. Patients were also claiming that a pregnancy test he pioneered had caused devastating birth defects. Soon after his fall from grace, Briggs was dead, struck down by a mystery illness in a foreign countryBriggs left behind a long list of publications, patents, and inventions. But he also left behind hundreds of people who believe they are victims of his negligence and who are still fighting for justice to this day. And he left someone else: his daughter, Joanne. After decades of wondering who her father really was, Joanne decided to investigate for herself. In hypnotic prose, she uncovers the secret that shaped her father's entire life and made his story more fantastic than any science fiction. As she discovered, Briggs's greatest invention was himself.

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'SUPERB - I LOVED IT!' MIRIAM MARGOLYES'SHINES WITH ALL THE COLOURS AND TEXTURES OF PROVENCE' KATE MOSSE'PERFECT ESCAPISM' PRIMAA season of secrets...Celia Grey appears to have the perfect life: married to Dominic, the man of her dreams, and living on a glorious, thriving vineyard in the south of France. To celebrate their good fortune, she decides to throw a huge party.When she is contacted by a stranger who claims to be her long-lost son, David, the newborn she gave up at twenty and has never spoken of since, Celia impulsively invites him for the weekend of celebrations - without mentioning it to her husband.Despite his surprise, Dominic graciously welcomes David and his unexpected companion - but secretly he harbours doubts. Is David really Celia's son? And who is the mysterious young woman travelling with him?Only Celia can decide how far she will go to hold everything together, to keep her perfect life from unravelling...One Summer in Provence is a story of betrayal and belonging, and of discovering love in unexpected places.Readers love ONE SUMMER IN PROVENCE'A perfect summer read ... My first book by this author but I'm guaranteed to be reading more' *****'An absolute stunner' *****'Always a great sign when you're slowing down towards the end as you don't want it to end' *****'The ending just blew me away!' *****

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THE HOLY CITY IS NO PLACE FOR MERCY 'Matthew Plampin should rank with the best' Sunday Times 'Plampin is heartbreakingly good' The Times 'Gripping, immersive, at times very funny and beautifully written, this is historical fiction of the highest quality' Elizabeth Fremantle Rome, 1650. The streets are teeming as thousands of pilgrims flood in for the Holy Jubilee, but behind the gilded façade of the Vatican, power is unravelling. Donna Olimpia Maidalchini has long kept Pope Innocent X under her thumb, but as loyalties shift, her enemies close in. And her most dangerous opponents may be those she deems too weak to matter. Two destitute nuns arrive, fleeing the ruined city of Castro and each carrying secrets that could destroy them. Meanwhile, the assistant to the famed Spanish artist Diego Velázquez is drawn into a perilous conspiracy – one that could bring Italy to its knees, and against which his own desperate ambitions seem to count for nothing. As the sweltering summer heat rises, survival, not salvation, becomes the ultimate goal – and in this world of sin, saints almost never survive.

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‘Fast-paced, sharp, and dark. A terrific read.’ Kathy ReichsFor ten years, Logan Booth served as a contract killer for the CIA – he just never knew it.  The first book in a blockbuster thriller series from Matt Rogers, a million-copy bestseller and 'a bright new talent shaking up the genre' (Candice Fox). In the twilight of his career, Logan learns he has been a vessel for furthering government interests, not a rogue hitman for a band of vigilantes. The revelation destroys him.   But when Jorge Romero – an investigative reporter and Logan's oldest friend – is brutally and inexplicably murdered, Logan allows his fury to deliver him from despair.   With an ally in Alice Mason, a homeless witness with a target on her back, Logan goes to war. Against whom, he isn't sure, but he knows powerful forces are at work behind the scenes.   Now, to deliver justice, Logan and Alice must confront their demons and win a savage battle that could destroy their lives... even if they survive.'Logan Booth is a character who is impossible to look away from and difficult to forget.' Kyle Mills

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