Gift and novelty books / items
THAT COMPANY CALLED IF Bookaroo Pocket Notebook A6 Journal Fern
Book SynopsisA little product with big impact for display.
£8.80
THAT COMPANY CALLED IF Bookaroo Notebook A5 Journal Gold
Book SynopsisHard back with soft PU cover.
£11.01
LICENSED MERHANDISE Harry Potter Half Moon Bay Pocket Notebook
Book SynopsisPocket Notebook.
£8.39
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Fiendish Su Doku Book 1
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesA collection of 200 previously unpublished Fiendish Su Doku puzzles. Perfect for the expert solver in need of a constant supply of ultra-difficult puzzles. Guaranteed to provide hours of absorbing, brain-stretching entertainment.Since the first Su Doku puzzle appeared in The Times in November 2004, they have become a phenomenon, with over 4 million copies of The Times Su Doku books sold worldwide. You don''t need to be a mathematical genius to solve these puzzles; it is simply a question of logic. Each puzzle has a unique solution and there''s no guesswork required.The Times Su Doku remains the original, the best and the market leader. The puzzles are provided by Wayne Gould, the man who started it all.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Holly Jolly Christmas Quiz Book
Book SynopsisFestive fun for all the family!Do you know Which band has had the most Christmas number ones? How many cover versions of All I Want for Christmas' have been recorded? Which Christmas song is the most popular single ever released?Can you Identify a classic Christmas song from a line sung backwards? Fill in the blanks of iconic Christmas film lines? Guess the Christmas film from the critic's review?Get ready to beat your friends and family in a game of festive charades, discover the joys of Christmas-song Mad Libs, test your competitive side with a game of Who's in Santa's Bag?, have a good old-fashioned Rockin' Robin team quiz, indulge in some merry drinking games; or escape with a Jollyword Puzzle. You'll soon have Christmas all wrapped up!You'll find hours of festive fun inside to make sure everyone has a very Holly Jolly Christmas!
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers I Puffin Love You Hilarious Animal Puns to Help
Book SynopsisWhat better way to say how you feel than with a collection of cute and paw-sitive af-fur-mations?With over 60 bee-autifully illustrated puns for the special someone in your life, this warm and witty book will bring a smile to their face and o-fish-ally capture their heart.Including animal-themed puns such as: I love you beary much I moose you when we're apart We go so whale together I wallaby by your side Always yours, meow and foreverThe perfect book to give as a gift on Valentine's Day, anniversaries or just to show someone you care.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers You Deserve the Whole World
Book SynopsisAn uplifting, vibrant collection by the inimitable Wednesday Holmes (@hellomynameisWednesday)Including exclusive, never-before-seen, bonus illustrationsFull of warmth and light, You Deserve the Whole World is a rainbow-filled reminder that you are worthy of all the good things that come your way.It is a celebration of hope, kindness, identity and courage, that will leave readers feeling seen, appreciated and loved.
£10.44
Ebury Publishing Keep Calm and Carry On
Book SynopsisKeep Calm and Carry On was a World War 2 government poster discovered in a dusty box nine years ago. Though it never saw the light of day in 1939 (it was only supposed to go up if Britain was invaded), it has suddenly struck a chord in our current difficult times, now we are in need of a stiff upper lip and optimistic energy once again. Gordon Brown had one up in 10 Downing Street and James May wears a Keep Calm T-shirt on the telly - it is suddenly everywhere. The book is packed full of similarly motivational and inspirational quotes, proverbs, mantras and wry truths to help us through the recession, from such wits as Churchill, Disraeli and George Bernard Shaw. Funny, wise and stirring - it is a perfect source of strength to get us all through the coming months.''A banker is a fellow who lends you his umbrella when the sun is shining and wants it back the minute it begins to rain'' Mark Twain ''It''s a recession when your neighbor loses his job; itTrade ReviewThe best title on offer this year is Keep Calm and Carry On ... There isn't a single uninteresting entry and the range - Cicero, Shakespeare, George W. Bush. Impressive. * Daily Express *
£6.99
Vintage Publishing Wild Hares and Hummingbirds
Book SynopsisThe village of Mark on the Somerset Levels is a watery wonderland, rich in wildlife: rooks and roe deer; sparrows and snowdrops; buzzards, badgers and butterflies; the iconic brown hare and the spectacular hummingbird hawk-moth. This title is both the story of a small corner of the West Country and a celebration of the natural world.Trade ReviewDelightful, soothing and informative * Daily Mail *An enchanting book, Wild Hares and Hummingbirds is a combination of celebration for what is and regret for what is passing. It is elegiac * Daily Express *An enchanting month-by-month guide to "the natural history of an English village". As richly evocative of January as of June, Moss captures the flora and the fauna of his Somerset home with a grace and charm to warm the coldest winter night * Independent *[A] charmingly produced book…readers are in the hands of an expert -- Steven Barfiel * The Lady *This engaging account…should spark interest in country-dwellers and provide a transporting read for townies. In his placid style, Moss is profoundly informative -- Christopher Hirst * Independent *
£9.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Alices Adventures In Wonderland
Book SynopsisThe complete and unabridged text of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland accompanied by Anna Bond's signature, whimsical style illustrations in full colour throughout.Trade Review“This year, that curious, hallucinating heroine Alice, friend of Cheshire cats and untimely rabbits, is turning 150 years old…And what a perfect match, in tone and whimsy, found in Rifle Paper Co.’s Anna Bond.”—Vanity Fair “Publishers are having a creative field day with stunningly beautiful new covers—and lovely insides, too, in the case of Puffin’s whimsical Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, illustrated by Rifle Paper Co.’s Anna Bond.”—Entertainment Weekly “Chic…The pretty face of Anna Bond’s Alice looks continually astonished, and even in the scene where her neck grows freakishly serpentine, the heroine remains comely. Elegant and unthreatening, Ms. Bond’s pictures abound with so many flowers and curling vines that Wonderland seems a much nicer place than perhaps we remembered.”—Wall Street Journal “150 years after Alice in Wonderland was published, Anna Bond, the creative director of stationer Rifle Paper Co., draws a whole new tea party in this deluxe hardcover edition.”—New York Magazine’s The Cut “In this beautiful, oversized, hardcover anniversary edition—with the complete, unabridged text—readers will fall in love all over again with the classic tale of the girl who fell down the rabbit hole. Illustrator Anna Bond, of gift and stationery brand Rifle Paper Co., applies her stylish, whimsical touch and distinctive color palette to Alice and her friends, from the inviting jacket and the case-cover art beneath it to the original endpapers and the superb full-color interior illustrations, large and small.” —Shelf Awareness “This year marks the 150th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Commemorate the occasion with a deluxe hardcover edition of the tale from Puffin Books, available Oct. 27. The new book is re-illustrated with vibrant, whimsical designs by Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co., for a one-of-a-kind look at Alice’s imaginative journey.”—American Profile
£17.00
Oxford University Press The Myth of Mars and Venus
Book SynopsisPopular assumptions about gender and communication - famously summed up in the title of the massively influential 1992 bestseller Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus - can have unforeseen but far-reaching consequences in many spheres of life, from attitudes to the phenomenon of ''date-rape'' to expectations of achievement at school, and potential discrimination in the work-place. In this wide-ranging and thoroughly readable book, Deborah Cameron, Rupert Murdoch Professor of Language and Communication at Oxford University and author of a number of leading texts in the field of language and gender studies, draws on over 30 years of scientific research to explain what we really know and to demonstrate how this is often very different from the accounts we are familiar with from recent popular writing. Ambitious in scope and exceptionally accessible, The Myth of Mars and Venus tells it like it is: widely accepted attitudes from the past and from other cultures are at heart related to asTrade Reviewa brilliant and timely book * Katharine Viner, The Guardian *In this vigorously argued book, [Cameron] also combats the cliché by example, writing in an enjoyable mode of pugnacious sarcasm * Steven Poole, The Guardian *Cameron, skilled at deflating the sweeping generalisations of others... * The Sunday Times *Cameron's wry, measured dismemberment of these stereotypes makes for enjoyable reading * Ceri Radford, The Daily Telegraph *this delightfully spiky book * Susannah Herbert, The Sunday Times *this immensely readable book * Romy Clark, Red Pepper magazine *Cameron blows through the fog of pop-psych gender 'research' like Afrin through swollen sinuses, shrinking the claims of sound-bite science on contact * Jan Freeman, Boston Globe *This short and enjoyable read ... is very welcome * Sarah Ensor, Socialist Review *Fascinating, insightful, comprehensive ... you'll just have to read it for yourself * Contemporary UK Feminism, www.thefword.org.uk *Cameron cites a lot of literature, makes her points lucidly, and distinguishes nicely between scientific consensus and cultural assumption. She's also bitingly funny * Read for Pleasure *Cameron does a great job * Feminist Philosophers *Table of Contents1. Myths, and why they matter ; 2. A time and a place: putting myths in their cultural context ; 3. Partial truths: why difference is not the whole story ; 4. A world of difference? Mars and Venus in childhood and adolescence ; 5. Cross purposes: the myth of male-female misunderstanding ; 6. Back to nature: brains, genes, and evolution ; 7. Public speaking: Mars and Venus in politics and the workplace ; 8. Doing what comes culturally: identity and style ; 9. Beyond Mars and Venus ; Notes ; Index
£12.34
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Wise Words Charli XCX
Book Synopsis
£7.59
Hodder & Stoughton One Hundred Ways for a Cat to Train Its Human
Book SynopsisAt last, the handbook all you cool cats have been waiting for! One hundred easy ways to discover the joys of a purrfectly obedient human.
£6.99
Penguin Putnam Inc The Little Book Of Hindu Deities
Book SynopsisA fresh and fun look at the Hindu deities from pixar animator Patel, these gorgeous colour illustrations are accompanied by short profiles describing the equally colourful myths of each divinity and demon.
£16.19
Faber & Faber QI Advanced Banter
Book SynopsisThe ultimate compendium of crisp one-liners, knockout jokes, droll asides and universal truths collected over the years by the creators of QI. ''You know ''that look'' women get when they want sex? Me neither.'' Steve Martin ''You cannot prevent the birds of sorrow from flying over your head, but you can prevent them from nesting in your hair.'' Chinese proverb ''The Beatles are dying in the wrong order.'' Victor Lewis-Smith ''Cauliflower is nothing but a cabbage with a college education.'' Mark Twain ''Depend on the rabbit''s foot if you will, but remember: it didn''t work for the rabbit.'' R.E. Shay''If it were not for quotations, conversation between gentlemen would be an endless series of ''what-ho''s!'''' P.G.Wodehouse
£10.44
Faber & Faber 1423 QI Facts to Bowl You Over Quite Interesting
Book Synopsis''I love these books ... the best books ever. Brilliant'' Chris Evans The sixth book in the bestselling series brings bizarre, astonishing, conversation-starting facts from the clever clogs at the hugely popular BBC quiz show QI. Did you know that: Iceland imports ice cubes. A group of ladybirds is called a loveliness. It is illegal in Saudi Arabia to name a child Sandi. Eight billion particles of fog can fit into a teaspoon. People who read books live longer than people who don't. Prince Philip was born on a kitchen table in Corfu. No human beings have ever had sex in space. Netfiix's biggest competitor is sleep. Mice sigh up to 40 times an hour.
£9.49
Scholastic My Tree PB
Book SynopsisBeautifully told and stunningly illustrated, My Tree is a story aboutthe joy and adventure of life, the dark clouds that sometimeshang over us, and how endings can also be new beginnings. An uplifting and reassuring picture book filled with hope.
£7.59
Octopus Publishing Group The Little Book of Prosecco and Sparkling
Book SynopsisLearn how to transform your favorite bottle of bubbles into the perfect cocktail for every occasion.Take your bubbles to the next level with over 55 fantastic classic and contemporary Prosecco cocktail recipes. Whether you love a light and refreshing drink or prefer a sweet and fruity treat, The Little Book of Prosecco and Sparkling Cocktails can help you transform your favorite bottle of Prosecco into something even more special. - Make drinks for every occasion with great cocktails for brunch, like the Rossini or the Primrose Fizz; sparkling delights for toasting special achievements, such as the Celebration Cocktail or the French 75; as well as a drink fit for every moment in between, from The French Afternoon to the party-starting tequila-spiked Los Altos. - Master well-known staples like the Bellini, Pink Sangria and Sbagliato and try new contemporary twists on your favorites with th
£8.54
Running Press,U.S. Happy Little Accidents
Book SynopsisBob Ross is still as popular as ever, maintaining a core base of fans through a show that has never gone off the air since 1983 and embraced by a generation of gamers and Millennials, with tributes appearing everywhere from Twitch to Netflix, Buzzfeed, and YouTube. This feel-good, humorous gift book captures Ross's matchless style.
£13.29
Running Press,U.S. Harry Potter Youre Magical
Book SynopsisLet the Harry, Ron, Hermione, or even Hagrid in your own life know how magical you think they are with this one-of-a-kind DIY gift book.This interactive book invites you to fill in what you love about your best friend, with writing prompts inspired by the relationships shown across the Harry Potter series. Once completed, the book becomes a personalized gift that perfectly expresses your appreciation and records some of your greatest adventures together.This attractive book features full-color photography from the Harry Potter films throughout.
£8.99
Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed What Would Jane Do Quips and Wisdom from Jane
Book SynopsisJane Austen always knows the right thing to say. With this pocket-sized collection of quotes from her novels and letters, you too can have a quip for every situation. • Each page offers a beloved quote from Austen and its source.• Give yourself the gift of Austen’s wit and wisdom or share your favorite insights with friends and fellow Jane-ites.• Beautifully bound and decorated with a ribbon bookmark to keep your place and mark your favorites.
£8.54
Pan Macmillan Cat O Nine Tales
Book SynopsisJeffrey Archer, whose novels and short stories include the Clifton Chronicles, Kane and Abel and Cat O' Nine Tales, is one of the world's favourite storytellers and has topped the bestseller lists around the world in a career spanning four decades. His work has been sold in more than 100 countries and in fifty-one languages. He is the only author ever to have been a number one bestseller in fiction, short stories and non-fiction (The Prison Diaries).Jeffrey is also an art collector and amateur auctioneer, and has raised more than 50m for different charities over the years. A member of the House of Lords for over a quarter of a century, the author is married to Dame Mary Archer, and they have two sons, two granddaughters and three grandsons.
£9.49
Headline Publishing Group The Story of Maserati
Book SynopsisDiscover more than a century of automotive excellence in this photographic celebration of Maserati.Since 1914, Maserati has been at the forefront of sport and luxury motoring - the famous trident adorning many of the most beautiful cars of the last century. In this elegantly designed book in the bestselling Story of Cars series, The Story of Maserati gives readers a fascinating look into the people, the innovations and, of course, the cars that have helped define the brand as one of the premier names in Italian carmaking.Founded and headquartered in Italy''s Emilia-Romagna region, Maserati has retained a quintessentially Italian quality throughout its history, embodied in its unfailingly sumptuous designs. Each of the manufacturer''s most iconic models is showcased here: from the Quattroporte and 3500 GT to the Ghibli and GranTurismo. Maserati''s long and storied participation in motorsport is also covered here, from its time in Formula 1 and touring car series, to its re-emergence in Formula E from 2022.Packed with stunning photography and a fascinating text, The Story of Maserati charts the history of this exceptional marque in perfectly giftable package.
£13.49
Headline Publishing Group Not Like Me The Little Guide to Kendrick Lamar
£6.99
Orion Publishing Co Astrosex Leo
Book SynopsisThe perfect Valentine''s Day gift!AS FEATURED IN THE SUNEverything you need to know to have the best sex according to your star sign.Next time you have sex, you''ll be seeing stars...Harness the power of the zodiac to guide you to pleasure that''s out of this world. From what sex positions will have you ascending, to the turn-ons that''ll make more than just the moon rise, as well sex toys, masturbation tips and more - this little book has big astrology energy.A cheeky hardback with foil on the cover corresponding to your sign''s element (earth, water, air or fire) and illustrations throughout - this is the perfect guide for out-of-this-world fun.It''s time to let your ruling planet show you how to rule the bedroom.
£6.99
Hodder & Stoughton NIV Larger Print Gift Hardback Bible
Book SynopsisThis handsome, hardback gift edition of the NIV Bible comes with a dust jacket that features Henry Moore''s beautiful painting of Grasmere lake in the Lake District, inspired by David''s words in Psalm 23. ''He makes me lie down in green pastures,he leads me beside quiet waters,he refreshes my soul.''Psalm 23:2-3The Bible has 11pt print, making it easier to read for those who prefer larger text. The Scriptures are clearly laid out on the page in two elegant columns, with minimal show-though and a ribbon marker to keep your place. The interior design is the same as the standard NIV Popular Pew Bible (ISBN 9781444701500), just with enlarged text. The pagination is also the same, so everyone can turn to the same page when a reference is given out in church.This edition also features shortcuts to key stories, events and people of the Bible, a reading plan and Bible guide, quick links to find inspiration and help in different life situations, and Briti
£23.99
Hodder & Stoughton P is for Pilgrim
Book SynopsisFully illustrated with original lino-print artworks on every page, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell introduces the key words and concepts of the Christian faith in this A to Z journey. P is for Pilgrim is a wonderful and useful gift for celebrating Confirmation, Baptism, Graduation or for prize-giving and other family events.
£11.69
Little, Brown Book Group Britain According to Very British Problems
Book SynopsisVery British Problems are what make us so, well, British. And what better place to get to the heart of these problems than, urm, Britain? Starting in Land's End and heading all the way up to John O'Groats (via the Irish Sea), this tour of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland covering everything from the national sports of apologising, queueing and bog snorkelling to our national cuisine of chips, bread rolls and... chips in bread rolls. You'll take in sights such as Stonehenge (see the iconic prop from Spinal Tap in all its glory), Loch Ness (legend has it there is no monster) and Platform 9 (after a few hours waiting in a railway station, have your photo taken next to a brick wall) all whilst looking for somewhere decent to stop and eat your packed lunch. Britain is a maze of idiosyncrasies, loveable foibles and outright eccentricities and Rob Temple is here to reveal them in all their glory.
£9.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Splat the Fake Fact
Book SynopsisSome incorrect facts have escaped from author Adam Frost''s imagination into this book...Can you figure out which fact is untrue in a sea of brilliantly weird, wonderful and unusual facts? Once you find them make sure you SPLAT them, lasso them, doodle on them - and reveal them as an imposter facts before they go out into the world!Can you guess which of these facts is NOT true? Woodlice have blue blood.Dead cabbage café is the name of a band. King Edward III banned football in England. You swallow about one litre of snot a day! (That's roughly five skips FULL of snot, swallowed during your lifetime.)When glass snakes are attacked, their tail shatters into little pieces these pieces jump around and distract the predator while the rest of the snake escapes! Hunt for fascinating facts and use your detective skills to uncover the untrue ''fact''. With hilarious illustrations from the brilliant Gemma Correll, you''ll need all your brains to uncover the false fact: can you ''squash'' the
£6.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Book SynopsisThe large print, dyslexia-friendly edition of this essential companion to the Harry Potter stories includes the fully updated 2017 text and features a range of magical beasts from the wizarding world, from the harmless Puffskein to the terrifying Thunderbird, brought to life with interior line art by the amazingly talented Tomislav Tomic and a spectacular cover by Jonny Duddle. Features to aid accessibility include RNIB-approved and dyslexia-friendly fonts and font sizes, tinted paper for glare reduction and maximum contrast, captions and detailed descriptions to accompany each illustration and themed navigational aids to assist the reader.An approved textbook at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry since publication, Newt Scamander's masterpiece has entertained wizarding families through the generations. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is an indispensable introduction to the magical beasts of the wizarding world. Scamander's years of travel and researchTrade ReviewWe’re delighted to have worked with Bloomsbury in reviewing the large print editions of the three Hogwarts Library books. We hope that these projects will encourage other publishers to follow in their footsteps and expand the market of accessible and inclusive books * RNIB *UKAAF is delighted that Bloomsbury has made such a great effort to make this book as accessible as possible to people with print impairments. Our aim is to improve both the availability and the quality of accessible formats in the UK, and this publication is another great step in that direction * UKAAF *Children with dyslexia should also be able to develop a passion for stories and reading, so I very much welcome this dyslexia-friendly version * Margaret Malpas, MBE, Vice President of the British Dyslexia Association *I am delighted to endorse this edition that has been specially adapted to enable those requiring larger print or those who may be dyslexic to enjoy and access fully the wonderful world of Harry Potter * Professor Amanda Kirby, University of South Wales, Medical Advisor to the Dyspraxia Foundation in the UK *No wizarding household is complete without a copy * Albus Dumbledore *
£17.00
Chronicle Books The Essential Compendium of Dad Jokes
Book Synopsis301 of the best worst dad jokes, with original illustrations, dad joke facts, joke-telling pointers, and profiles of legendary dad jokers, all in a handsome, giftable package.
£11.69
Headline Publishing Group Art Matters
Book SynopsisSeize the day in the name of art. This creative call to arms from the mind of Neil Gaiman combines his extraordinary words with deft and striking illustrations by Chris Riddell. ''Like a bedtime story for the rest of your life, this is a book to live by. At its core, it''s about freeing ideas, shedding fear of failure, and learning that things can be different '' INSTITUTE OF IMAGINATION Be bold. Be rebellious. Choose art. It matters.Neil Gaiman once said that ''the world always seems brighter when you''ve just made something that wasn''t there before''. This little book is the embodiment of that vision. Drawn together from speeches, poems and creative manifestos, Art Matters explores how reading, imagining and creating can change the world, and will be inspirational to young and old.THIS PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES BEAUTIFUL NEW ILLUSTRATIONS OF ''GOING WODWO''. What readers
£7.99
Hodder & Stoughton The Little Book of Goat Yoga
Book SynopsisBringing animal therapy to the yoga mat.
£10.44
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC What Writers Read: 35 Writers on their Favourite
Book SynopsisA WATERSTONES NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE MONTH In this love letter to reading, curated by Pandora Sykes in aid of the National Literacy Trust, bestselling and beloved writers share their favourite books: the ones they hold most dearly, that they return to time and again and that helped make them the writers they are. WITH CONTRIBUTIONS FROM : NICK HORNBY * RUTH OZEKI * ANN PATCHETT * BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH * MARIAN KEYES * ELIZABETH STROUT * DEBORAH LEVY * TESSA HADLEY * ELIF SHAFAK * GEORGE THE POET * LEILA SLIMANI * ALI SMITH * DEREK OWUSU * DOLLY ALDERTON * PARIS LEES * JOJO MOYES * PAUL MENDEZ * SEBASTIAN FAULKS * DIANA EVANS * MEENA KANDASAMY * LISA TADDEO * NIKESH SHUKLA * TAIYE SELASI * MONICA ALI * NINA STIBBE * CALEB AZUMAH NELSON * ELIZABETH DAY * SARA COLLINS * DAMON GALGUT * NAOISE DOLAN * WILLIAM BOYD * EMMA DABIRI * FATIMA BHUTTO * KIT DE WAALTrade ReviewAll of the essays engage – there isn’t a dud in the bunch – which is perhaps a result of their succinct length . . . but also down to the honesty and thoughtfulness of the contributors . . . Like the best kind of selection box * Irish Times *A treat – one that will propel you on a journey of discovery * Independent *What Writers Read is the perfect stocking filler for the bookish person in your life . . . Gorgeous stuff * Red Magazine *
£12.34
Ebury Publishing Gin: Distilled: The Essential Guide for Gin
Book Synopsis Everything you need to know about gin in 128 pages, by the Gin Foundry.The perfect accompaniment to a gin & tonic, Gin Foundry have poured their expertise into one succinct expert read. Includes: The modern history of gin; How gin is made; What to look for when choosing gin; Deciphering gin labels; How to taste gin; Gin Foundry's botanical flavour wheel; Gin styles; Best cocktails for different gin styles; Fruit gins and infusions; The perfect gin & tonic; Gin Foundry’s garnish/gin pairing guide. Plus much more...
£11.69
Ebury Publishing 101 Things to do with a Huge Willy
Book SynopsisIt’s not the size but what you do with it that counts. Discover 101 inspiring ideas for more useful things you can do with your willy. From hearding sheep to mountain rescue, controlling traffic, space exploration or taking the perfect group selfie – you too can use your willy to make the world a better place.
£11.69
Ebury Publishing No More Rubbish Excuses: How to reduce your waste
Book SynopsisOne of 'the best new books on eco-living' Sunday TimesLitter on our streets, plastics in our seas, overflowing landfill, fatbergs... Do you know where your rubbish ends up? We are all responsible for the waste we make and we can make simple changes to live more planet-friendly lives.Expert environmental campaigner Martin Dorey looks at what we recycle, what we bin, what we take to the tip - plastics, food, clothing, electricals and furniture - where it goes and what it really does to our planet. Martin offers simple, impactful ways – #2minutesolutions – to cut down your waste and why they make a big difference.You can help save the planet. It only takes 2 minutes.
£9.49
Ebury Publishing The Morning Journal: Five minutes a day to soothe
Book SynopsisThe hit journal by @MySelfLoveSupply - OVER 3 MILLION FANS ON INSTAGRAMThe Morning Journal is your daily companion. It will inspire you to start each week with intention and find moments of peace even on the messiest days. This is a simple, gentle guide to understanding and fulfilling your self-care needs with compassion.FEATURING:* a daily planner* reflective journal pages* prompts and mood trackers* empowering words of affirmation* soothing activities
£13.49
Ebury Publishing The Periodic Table of WINE
Book SynopsisWelcome to The Periodic Table of Wine! Instead of hydrogen to helium, here you'll find Chardonnay to Shiraz - grape varieties and wine names, as you would find wine in shops, arranged following the logical ordering of The Periodic Table of Elements. Wine expert Sarah Rowland has arranged 127 wines by their essential colour, aroma and flavour properties, from white to rose to red and including sparkling, fortified and sweet wines too. The result is an engaging pocket guide to wine that makes navigating wine lists and off-licence shelves hassle free and easy for anyone. Do you tend to stick to what you know and like? Find your favourite wine in the table and, in theory, you should like all the other wines in the same column and also the wines immediately to the left or right, regardless of colour, because they all share characteristics you'll enjoy. Then find out why they are similar, how to enjoy them, what to pair them with and even more wines to try in this expert guide.
£11.69
Ebury Publishing Merry Quizmas Everyone!: Christmas quizzes &
Book SynopsisIt's the most hilarious time of the year...Packed full of festive pop-culture quizzes, Christmas trivia to fascinate and holly jolly games to play - as well as colouring and dot-to-dot pages to distract, and cracking cracker jokes to make you chuckle (and groan).The perfect Christmas companion for work Christmas parties, entertaining friends and family, entertaining kids (including kids), when you're too full to move, there's nothing on the TV, it's too wet for a walk and the pub isn't open yet.A book everyone will love, actually...
£10.44
Insight Editions The Hearthstone Pop-up Book
Book SynopsisEnter the tavern, take your seat by the fire, and tuck into The Hearthstone Pop-Up Book, a celebration of Blizzard Entertainment’s acclaimed collectible card game. Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of Blizzard Entertainment’s Hearthstone. Take your place alongside the nine major heroes, engage in a stunning arena battle, and enjoy a charming story told with the game’s signature wit and whimsy. Unfold each page to reveal a spectacular central pop accompanied by booklets of smaller pops. The Hearthstone Pop-Up Book is a marvel of creativity and paper engineering—and a must-have for Hearthstone fans everywhere. About the game: Hearthstone® is a fast-paced digital strategy card game in which players sling spells, summon minions, and wield powerful weapons to do battle with their opponent. Featuring familiar characters from the Warcraft® universe, Hearthstone has won over legions of fans with its compelling gameplay and lively style.
£44.00
Hardie Grant Books 100 Days Happier: Daily Inspiration for Life-Long
Book SynopsisA collection of inspirational messages for lasting happiness each and every day. Revisit the wisdom of happiness expert Domonique Bertolucci in 100 Days Happier, her bestselling collection of inspirational messages. Featuring a brand new illustrated cover, this is a beautiful book that keeps giving.100 Days Happier encourages us all to be the best that we can be with motivational messages based on Domonique’s hugely popular book The Happiness Code. Written to be read a page per day, each message invites us to make small, daily changes in the way we think and act – changes that will ultimately create a fundamental shift in the life we are living towards happiness.
£9.50
Short Books Ltd Perfect Pitch: 100 pieces of classical music to
Book Synopsis'Sharply insightful and vividly imaginative... the perfect Christmas gift for anyone asking: 'How do I get into classical music?'' - Rupert Christiansen, Mail on Sunday'A treat from the very first page... written with style and humour, this is a perfect introduction to classical music for a beginner, a companion for the music lover, and sheer entertainment for both.' - Joanna LumleyNearly all of us have the capacity to enjoy classical music but too often we are put off by not knowing where to look, or what we are actually looking for. We feel the need of a guide to help navigate such vast and varied artistic terrain.With this delightful book, historian Tim Bouverie provides just this. Drawing on his lifelong passion for music, he has created a compilation of 100 classical masterpieces sure to move and be enjoyed by almost anyone. Some are well-known, some more idiosyncratic, others hidden gems waiting to be brought into the light. All are intended to comfort and inspire. He provides a short introduction to each piece - variously anecdotal, personal, historical and quirky - and a recommended recording to try.Highly accessible and entertaining, Perfect Pitch is filled with engrossing stories and insights that bring to life 300 years of the world's greatest music.An accompanying playlist is available on Spotify.
£11.69
Amber Books Ltd Egypt
Book SynopsisFour thousand years before the birth of Christ, ancient Egypt was the cradle of modern civilization. Pharaohs built great cities on the fertile banks of the River Nile, and employed thousands of labourers to create lavish tombs and temples such as Thebes and the pyramids of the Giza plateau. Today the exceptional beauty and scale of the antiquities is legendary, drawing millions of visitors to Egypt’s monuments each year. But the nation is much more than even that. From the beaches on the Red Sea to the Nile, from the markets in Cairo and Alexandria to the country’s Roman, Coptic and Sassanid history, and Arab and Ottoman culture, Egypt is spectacular. Ranging from desert monasteries to the trade on the Suez Canal, from mausoleums hidden for centuries to medieval souks to urban life today, Egypt takes the reader from the mountains to the sea, from the desert to the city, from the ancient to the modern. Featuring 200 colour photographs and captions explaining the fascinating stories behind each image, Egypt is a stunning portrait of an ancient and modern land.Table of ContentsContents to include: Introduction Ancient Egypt Giza pyramids Sphinx Tutankhamun Luxor/Waset Great Temple of Amun at Karnak Valley of the Kings Medinet Habu Saqqara Pyramids Abu Simbel Temple at Edfu Abydos’s Temple of Osiris Ptolemaic temples including Philae Fayoum mummies Roman amphitheatre, Alexandria Pompeii’s Column, Alexandria Christian Tombs, Al-Bagawat, Egypt Underwater ruin: Thonis-Heracleion resurfaced after 1,000 years Landmarks Al-Azhar Mosque, Cairo Hanging Church, Cairo Saint Barbara Church, Cairo Babylon Fortress, Cairo Sha'ar Hashamayim Synagogue, Cairo Ben Ezra Synagogue, Cairo Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, Cairo Mosque of Mohammad Ali, Cairo The Ibn Tulun Mosque in Cairo The Al-Hakim Mosque in Cairo Saladin Citadel of Cairo Bab Zuweila – Old Cairo Qalawun complex, Cairo Tahrir Square, Cairo Waterways River Nile Green irrigation of the Nile Valley Nile Delta Port Said – ferries, waterfront, apartment blocks, Office of the Suez Canal Company Aswan – Aswan Dam, Elephantine Island Suez Canal Suez Canal Bridge Great Bitter Lake Gulf of Suez Gulf of Aqaba Red Sea Coast Sharm El-Sheik Beaches Safaga Holiday Resort Marsa Alam El Gouna Old Town Corniche, Sahl Hasheesh Damietta waterways Deserts White Desert Western Desert Farafra depression Dakhla Oasis Bahariya Oasis Qattara Depression Fortress of Shali, Siwa Oasis Egyptian Museum, Cairo Coptic Museum, Cairo Museum of Islamic Art, Cairo Qaitbay Citadel, Alexandria Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque, Alexandria Church of St Catherine, Alexandria St. Mark Coptic Cathedral, Alexandria Montaza Palace, Alexandria Bibliotecha Alexandrina Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Alexandria Cairo’s walled city Al Qahira (‘The Victorious’) – the medieval Fatimid city Siwa Salt Lake Bedouin Life Nubian Villages, Monastery of St Simeon Eastern Desert Red Sea Hills Saint Catherine’s Monastery, Sinai Peninsula City Life Damietta churches and mosques St Mark’s Church, Rosetta Al-Azhar Park, Cairo Rivoli Cinema (Art Deco Building), Cairo The Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo El Azbakeya Wall book market, Cairo Souq El Gom’aa (Friday’s Market), Cairo Mohamed Ali Street, Cairo Wekalet El Balah, Cairo Zamalek, Cairo Muizz Street, Old Cairo
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Hardie Grant Books (UK) The Ultimate Book of Craft Beer: A Compendium of
Book SynopsisThe Ultimate Book of Craft Beer is the bible for beer lovers and foodies everywhere.From simple lagers to complex stouts, scattered between all the sage advice and mouth-watering recipes, there are profiles on beers from around the world that you’ll definitely want to try.Perfect for everyone from beginners to old hands, this fun and accessible book guides you from how beer is made and how to store it, to what to look for when you’re in a pub.This guide shows you how to identify the beer styles you might like to try with a ‘if you like this, try this’ section, how to make the most gooey indulgent chocolate brownies with beer, and when and how to add a little pizazz to your cocktails with a splash or two of your favourite brew.
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Hardie Grant Books (UK) Pocket The Queen Wisdom: Inspirational Quotes and
Book SynopsisPocket The Queen Wisdom is an inspiring collection of Her Majesty’s best loved quotes on life, family, politics, fame and history, and celebrates her immense legacy.Queen Elizabeth II is one of the most important cultural and political icons in modern British history. As the United Kingdom’s longest reigning monarch, she is known for her poise, wit and class.Some quotes from Queen Elizabeth II:‘Grief is the price we pay for love.’‘The world is not the most pleasant place. Eventually your parents leave you and nobody is going to go out of their way to protect you unconditionally. You need to learn to stand up for yourself and what you believe and sometimes, pardon my language, kick some ass.’‘I cannot lead you into battle. I do not give you laws or administer justice but I can do something else - I can give my heart and my devotion to these old islands and to all the peoples of our brotherhood of nations.’‘I have to be seen to be believed’
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Hardie Grant Books (UK) What Pedro Says
Book SynopsisWhat Pedro Says is an inspiring and entertaining collection of quotes from the internationally acclaimed Hollywood actor, known for his roles in Games of Thrones, Narcos and The Last of Us. Featuring words of wisdom on acting, determination and friendship, Pedro also shares his thoughts on being dubbed ‘The Internet’s Daddy’ and encourages us all not to take life too seriously! Some quotes from Pedro: “The smallest of opportunities kept me going. So much so that I resolved to struggle until I couldn’t walk anymore.” “I didn't go to church, I was raised by HBO, Spielberg and Prince.” “I always die. In everything.”
£8.54
Ebury Publishing Insects: An Edible Field Guide
Book SynopsisEver been tempted by the thought of trying juicy deep fried mealworms, proteinrich cricket flower, or swapping your Walkers for salt and vinegar flavoured grasshoppers? If so then you are not alone! Over 2 billion people regularly eat insects as part of their diet, and the world is home to around 1,900 edible insect species.For adventurous foodies and daring dieters comes the newest way to save the planet, eat more protein, and tickle taste buds. But this isn’t an insect cookbook. Instead it’s an informative field guide: exploring the origins of insect eating, offering tips on finding edible bugs and serving up a few delicious ideas of how to eat them once you’ve tracked them down! It includes a comprehensive list on edible insects and where to find them, how to prepare them, their versatile usage and nutritional value as well as a few recipes. A bug-eating checklist covering all known edible bugs so readers can mark off the ones they’ve eaten and seek out new delicacies concludes the book.This is a perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful, and adventurous side of entomophagy.
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