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‘Stimulating, intelligent and enjoyable discussions of the most important issues of our day.’ STEVEN PINKER ‘From entrepreneurs to athletes, and world leaders to entertainers, this is a fascinating collection of interviews with some of the world’s most influential individuals.’ MARK CUBAN ‘Thought Economics is a fine rebuke to the soundbite culture; these interviews are driven by real curiosity, and there is a wealth of wisdom here.’ EDWARD STOURTON ________________________Since 2007, entrepreneur and philanthropist Vikas Shah has been on a mission to interview the people shaping our century. Including conversations with Nobel prizewinners, business leaders, politicians, artists and Olympians, he has been in the privileged position of questioning the minds that matter on the big issues that concern us all. We often talk of war and conflict, the economy, culture, technology and revolutions as if they are something other than us. But all these things are a product of us – of our ideas, our dreams and our fears. We live in fast-moving and extraordinary times, and the changes we’re experiencing now, in these first decades of the twenty-first century, feel particularly poignant as decisions are made that will inform our existence for years to come. What started out as a personal interest in the mechanisms that inform our views of the world, and a passion for understanding, has grown into a phenomenal compilation of once-in-a-lifetime conversations. In this incredible collection, Shah shares some of his most emotive and insightful interviews to date.

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Keep little ones entertained for hours on end with an exciting variety of 70 search and find puzzles.This lively puzzle book, full of cute animals and objects, is ideal for young children aged 5+. Each puzzle tests young minds, and encourages picture and pattern recognition. Immersive and full of fun, activities include spot the difference, odd ones out, matching pairs, counting puzzles and many more. Puzzlers can expect to run alongside dashing dinosaurs, party with penguins, encounter cheeky monsters and even pair up a bunch of riotous robots. This is the perfect boredom-busting companion to use at home, on holiday and on long journeys.

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Movie Star Doodles is a dazzling doodle book that captures all the glitz and glamour of the movies. Budding artists can fashion elegant gowns for blockbuster premieres, complete scary stage make-up, create sensational film sets, design their own movie award, write their name in a star on Hollywood Boulevard, and much more.

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Award-winning scientist and BBC broadcaster Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock (MBE) is here to answer all the questions curious kids will ever have about the Universe.How long would it take me to fly to a star? What would happen if I fell inside a black hole? Would I get a phone signal in space? From whether there are rainbows on other planets to what dinner tastes like on the International Space Station, this book is packed full of fabulous facts, mind-blowing insights and engaging explanations from the renowned space scientist.Written in Dr Maggie’s fun, accessible style, and featuring out-of-this-world illustrations throughout, it’s guaranteed to bring the wonders of space and science to life for young readers.

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe inspirational memoir from the founder of the You, Me and the Big C podcast, Rachael Bland. Courageous and life-affirming, this is a mother’s final gift to her son. My beautiful son, I so wish that I didn’t have to leave you now. But believe me, I tried EVERYTHING I could to stay around for you, and for every moment I could eke out of this life. From the outset, it was not a fair fight. My cancer was too big, and too aggressive, and we didn’t start on a level playing field. You were fourteen months old and at the beginning I was so full of fierce intention that we could get past this. I would lay you in your cot each night and silently communicate from my mind to yours, ‘I will do this Freddie, I will gladly take whatever they throw at me if it means we can stay together’. In 2016, beloved broadcaster and journalist Rachael Bland was diagnosed with can

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Daniel Smith looks behind what we think we know about the well-known sleuth and reveals little-known facts of which every Sherlock aficionado should be aware.Consulting detective Sherlock Holmes has been fascinating generations of readers, watchers and listeners for over 130 years, since he first appeared in print in 1887. Now an internationally renowned cultural icon, his name appears on books, films, television dramas, radio plays, stage adaptations and the rest right across the world and he is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as ‘the most portrayed movie character’ in history. With all this material readily available, one might think there’s not much to find out about Sherlock, but in Sherlock Unlocked, Daniel Smith looks behind what we think we know about the well-known sleuth and reveals little-known facts of which every Sherlock aficionado should be aware. From the eccentric and odd characters to the bizarre plot twis

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Passport to Holiday Fun is packed with amazing travel-themed doodles for children to colour and complete. The striking partially coloured artwork will inspire children of all ages to get creative and enjoy the excitement of new and exotic landscapes and locations.

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Dress Up Meghan, the most stylish royal of the moment.Radiant, creative and a fearless feminist … who wouldn’t want to be in Meghan’s gang? Well, now you can be her personal stylist, mix-and-matching a host of chic-sticker outfits and accessories for a range of occasions, as well as dressing up other royals, friends and family. From a classy engagement shoot with Prince Harry and a glamorous red-carpet appearance, to a wild safari holiday and a sunny Californian road trip, not forgetting the event of the year: the celebration of Meghan and Prince Harry’s marriage at Windsor Castle.Meghan and Harry fever is sweeping the nation, and this fun sticker book won’t fail to bring a smile, and hours of entertainment, to children and adults alike.

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A truly royal colouring book for girls of all ages to complete and create. Filled with beautiful, partially coloured illustrations of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in some of her most stylish outfits, girls can customize Kate's wardrobe by adding colour and pretty patterns of their own. From taking to the water on the royal barge for the Queen's Jubilee or attending a glamorous charity dinner, to watching athletes compete at the Olympic Games or taking Lupo the puppy for a walk in the park, there are outfits for every occasion.

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Meet Professor Remus Lupin, expert on Defence Against the Dark Arts and hater of full moons.Assemble your Professor Lupin minifigure and buildable Dementor™, read all about his adventures with Harry and complete the fun activities.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2024 The LEGO Group.WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. WB SHIELD: © & ™ WBEI. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s24)

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In this breathtaking new title, artist Melpomeni Chatzipanagiotou uses her characteristically intricate style to give 46 familiar scenes from nature an extraordinary twist. From an hourglass containing the shifting sands of a desert habitat to a bathtub overflowing with the wonders of the ocean, Enchanted Earth celebrates the magic and intrigue of the natural world. Incorporating unusual perspectives, interesting shapes and otherworldly elements makes for a truly awe-inspiring colouring book.Also by Melpomeni Chatzipanagiotou:Circle of Life 9781912785278Nature Mandalas 9781912785520

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Following on from the success of Colourmorphia, this is the second book to feature the most striking images from Kerby Rosanes’ bestselling Morphia series. A 16-page full-colour section will display some of the most spectacular artworks that have been coloured by Kerby’s fans, accompanied by stylistic comments and tips so readers can create their own masterpieces. The illustrations featured in the colour section will be repeated in the black-and-white section, to give colourists an opportunity to duplicate the approach, along with other beautiful artwork from Animorphia, Imagimorphia, Mythomorphia, Geomorphia and Fantomorphia for fans to try their hand at.The perfect way to celebrate the talent of Kerby and his fans.

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Intricate mandalas fuse lovingly-crafted shapes and symbols with striking wild imagery from across the globe.Powerful spiritual symbols in art and in meditation, these circular patterns celebrate the beauty of nature in a dazzling colouring book from artist Melpomeni Chatzipanagiotou. Visit life under the sea, on land and in the sky, bringing your own choice of colour as you go.Melpomeni Chatzipanagiotou previously created Circle of Life, which explored the rhythms and riches of the natural world.

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A new colouring book from New York Times bestselling illustrator, Kerby Rosanes, whose detailed illustrations are loved by adults and children alike.Mythic World features over 55 mythical creatures and legends to colour. Showcasing some of the best-known creatures alongside some you might not have discovered before, each scene shows them interacting with and morphing out of some of the most distinctive landscapes in our world today. Warring giants morph out of The Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland, petrified trolls come back to life in Icelandic rock formations, the Bhutanese Druk emerges from Mount Everest's cloudy summit and much more.Colour and discover the classical myths of Ancient Greece and Rome; celtic folklore from Ireland and Scotland; oriental tales from Japan and China; and norse sagas from across Scandinavia. Pages at the back of the book provide a brief introduction to each mythical creature and explain the inspiration and rationale behind each illustration.

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Step into another world in a transportive colouring book that knows no bounds.Epic doodler Kerby Rosanes allows his wildest imaginings to come to life as he creates microcosms of strange realities with his own unique twist. Enchanting realms and entire universes are transported to strange and wonderful new habitats and a hidden magic key ‘unlocks’ the next world. Viking ships set sail through the eyes of a skull, an open book has a steampunk city rising from its pages and a giant tortoise carries a haunted house on its shell – all for you to bring to life in colour.

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Following the international success of Animorphia, translated in over 30 languages, comes Imagimorphia, a strange and amazing colouring and doodling challenge from talented artist Kerby Rosanes. Kerby’s unique and ground-breaking black-and-white-line style lends the book wide cross-over appeal and will attract fans of all ages.Animals and objects are formed from weird and wonderful things. The intricate compositions are filled with mind-boggling detail and there are objects hidden throughout the book to find.Other books in the colouring series include:9781910552070 Animorphia9781910552261 Mythomorphia 9781910552865 Fantomorphia9781910552926 Geomorphia

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Sir Winston Churchill remains a British hero, lauded for his oratorical skill. He wrote histories, biographies, memoirs, and even a novel, while his journalism, speeches and broadcasts run to millions of words. From 1940 he inspired and united the British people and guided their war effort. Behind the public figure, however, was a man of vast humanity and enormous wit. His most famous speeches and sayings have passed into history but many of his aphorisms, puns and jokes are less well known. This enchanting collection brings together hundreds of his wittiest remarks as a record of all that was best about this endearing, conceited, talented and wildly funny Englishman. Also available in the series:(9781782433651) The Wicked Wit of Queen Elizabeth II(9781782435426) The Wicked Wit of Oscar Wilde(9781782435662) The Wicked Wit of Jane Austen

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Meet Captain Quasar Gordon - the coolest astronaut around!Build your astronaut LEGO® minifigure and his space rover before blasting off to join him and his crew on their latest cosmic mission.Complete the puzzles, read the story and enjoy the fun comics. It’s out of this world!LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2024 The LEGO Group.

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Seven men. Ten years. 48 million Twitter followers. 27 billion YouTube views. 30 billion Spotify streams. Sold out world tours. BTS are a global phenomenon – this is their story.Fully revised and updated for a second time, this edition of the bestselling biography is the definitive account of BTS’s journey from their trainee days to the explosive global breakthroughs of ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Butter’, their retrospective compilation album Proof and their blossoming solo endeavours, exploring how this group of guys from South Korea have taken over the world.RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook can sing, dance and rap, and write and produce their own music too. From humble beginnings at a small agency to topping charts all over the world, their story is truly incredible, and testament to the amazing talent and hard work of each of the members. Their dedicated fanbase, ARMY, have supported them through thick and thin, celebrating triumphs alongside their idols and pushing them to ever-greater heights.Extensively researched, and written in an upbeat and accessible style, this unofficial biography interweaves the backstories of each of the members with the narrative of the band as a whole, their modest debut and their astonishing rise to fame in their home country and beyond. It also includes 8 pages of full colour photographs of the band performing, posing and having fun.

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This highly revelatory book, based on original research and completely new analysis, presents a compelling new suspect as the most notorious serial killer of all time. Using a different analytical approach, for the first time, Sarah Bax Horton identifies a named perpetrator as Jack the Ripper by linking eye-witness accounts of the killer’s distinctive physical characteristics to his official medical records. It argues that his broken left arm,which left him unable to work in early 1888, was one of his triggers to kill as part of a serious physical and mental decline caused by severe epilepsy. This new perpetrator fits the profile as stated by the police of the day: a local man of low class of whom they became aware after the final murder, when they launched an unsuccessful surveillance operation against him. As has never been done before, the author – an experienced former government researcher with specific expertise in research and analysis – formulates a complete analysis of the killer and his methodology, including how he accosted his victims, where he took them to their deaths, his unique modus operandi of a blitz-style attack, and how he escaped from each crime scene without detection.Each of the six murders – from Martha Tabram to Marie Kelly – is discussed and reconstructed as perpetrated by this man, with his escalating violence clearly demonstrated.

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Following her death in September 2022, the outpouring of affection and admiration for the Queen was as touching as it was remarkable. She had been a matriarch to the nation for over seven decades, and tens of millions of people – in Britain and across the world – poured forth their heartfelt respect for this extraordinary woman in the ten days of mourning that followed. Including a queue of up to twenty-four hours’ wait, momentous ceremonial processions across two countries and emotional coffin-side vigils from the monarch’s closest family members – these were events the scale of which are unlikely to be repeated.In this insightful biography, veteran royal biographer Andrew Morton charts Elizabeth’s life, from her ascent to the throne at twenty-five, through fifteen Prime Ministers; the turmoil and tragedies of family life that dogged her until the end; a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic, during which she became the reassuring face of hope and optimism, solidifying her status as grandmother to the nation; and on to her record-breaking Platinum Jubilee, the first UK monarch to reign for over seventy years.Now updated with a compelling new epilogue bringing the Queen’s story to its close, this definitive account offers revelatory insights into the life of an inimitable woman, the likes of whom we will never see again.

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A Million Little Monsters is a colouring book designed for monster-lovers of all ages. Inside, there are over 30 spreads packed with all kinds of cute and quirky monsters. Discover werewolves, ghosts, furry monsters and a whole host of spook-tacular critters in this magical kingdom. Lulu Mayo’s instantly recognizable style brings gentle fun and humour to each scene, which kids and adults alike will love bringing to life with colour. The latest title in Lulu Mayo’s bestselling ‘A Million’ series, with a fully foiled cover.

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Welcome to the wonderful world of Skeldale House: the veterinary surgery and bustling waiting room for the locals of Darrowby village and their animals. In this exclusive behind-the-scenes book, go through the doors of the famous 1930s practice and discover the real-life inspirations for the TV remake of All Creatures Great & Small. Offering exclusive insight into the making of the show, and paying homage to its impressive heritage, including Herriot’s bestselling memoirs and the long-running series, but also to the incredible backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, this book is the ultimate celebration of a cast of characters – human and animal – who have been bringing us joy for over fifty years. Along with exclusive interviews with the actors Samuel West, Anna Madeley, Nicholas Ralph, Callum Woodhouse and Rachel Shenton, you will get to know everyone from the vet advisor, the animal trainers and the animals themselves, to the director Brian Percival, the make-up artists and the production team. Learn about their adventures on- and off-screen as they went about evoking the authentic experience of the house, the practice and its unforgettable setting. This is the world of James Herriot and the Yorkshire Dales as you’ve never seen it before.

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Chemistry's most significant chart, the Periodic Table, and its 118 elements, is laid bare in this lively, accessible and compelling expose.The periodic table, created in the early 1860s by Russian chemist Dmitri Mendeleev, marked one of the most extraordinary advances in modern chemistry. This basic visual aid helped scientists to gain a deeper understanding of what chemical elements really were and the role they played in everyday life. Here, in the authoritative Elementary, James Russell uses his engaging narrative to explain the elements we now know about. From learning about the creation of the first three elements, hydrogen, lithium and helium, in the big bang, through to oxygen and carbon, which sustain life on earth – along with the many weird and wonderful uses of elements as varied as fluorine, arsenic, krypton and einsteinium – even the most unscientifically minded will be enthralled by this fascinating subject. This is the story of the building blocks of the universe, and the people who identified, isolated and even created them.

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'Accessible, informative, enjoyable' - All About History _____________________Spend 24 hours with the ancient Athenians. See the city through their eyes as it teeters on the edge of the fateful war that would end its golden age.Athens, 416 BC. A tenuous peace holds. The city-state’s political and military might are feared throughout the ancient world; it pushes the boundaries of social, literary and philosophical experimentation in an era when it has a greater concentration of geniuses per capita than at any other time in human history. Yet even geniuses go to the bathroom, argue with their spouse and enjoy a drink with friends.During the course of a day we meet 24 Athenians from all strata of society – from the slave-girl to the councilman, the vase painter to the naval commander, the housewife to the hoplite – and get to know what the real Athens was like by spending an hour in their company. We encounter a different one of these characters every chapter, with each chapter forming an hour in the life of the ancient city. We also get to spy on the daily doings of notable Athenians through the eyes of regular people as the city hovers on the brink of the fateful war that will destroy its golden age.

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A Million Sweet Things is a colouring book filled with the cutest characters around.Perfect for colouring fans with a sweet tooth, every page is brimming with cuteness, from playful pasta pandas to chocolate-sprinkled unicorns. In Lulu Mayo’s magical world, cute koalas share a bathtub with happy ducks, asparagus giraffes mix with sleepy sloths and bunnies hop through bowls of delicious ice cream. There are kawaii kitten cakes, frog sailors, splashing narwhals and even ladybird musicians.Magical mashups are the order of the day in over 30 spreads of beautiful artwork, decorated with stunning patterns and motifs.A new title in the bestselling A Million series, with a fully foiled cover.

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From the Magical Unicorn Society's Department of Unicorns, Myths and Monsters comes this all-new collection of stories dedicated to the amazing mythical creatures – good and bad – that exist alongside unicorns.Introduced by department head and intrepid explorer, May Shaw, there are tales of fearsome, fire-breathing dragons, phoenixes rising from the ashes, mysterious kraken that lurk in the deep, imps, sprites and werewolves in mythical forests, as well as the eight unicorn families and those who have encountered unicorns throughout history.Each of the eight stories is accompanied by striking, full-colour artwork that shows the powers of the specific mythical creature in more detail, as well as an epic illustration of a key moment from the text. Perfect for fans of the previous bestselling titles in the Magical Unicorn Society series, but can also be read alone.

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Experience a remarkable year among the real people of ancient Greece, as they prepare for the most important event in their calendar.It is 248 BC, the year of the 133rd Olympic Games. At this time the Hellenistic world is at its peak, with Greek settlements spread across the Middle East, Egypt and Spain. As ever, the world is politically troubled, with Rome locked in a war with Carthage and a major conflict brewing between Egypt and Syria. However, ordinary people are still preoccupied with the crops, household affairs – and in some cases, with winning an Olympic crown.Starting at the autumn equinox, in this imagined account of a year in the life of eight fascinating characters, Philip Matyszak reveals what life was really like at this time. Rather than focusing on the kings and generals from the histories of Thucydides and Polybius, we are invited into the homes of ordinary Greek citizens. From the diplomat who is using the Games as a cover to engage in political skulduggery to the sprinter who dreams of glory, A Year in the Life of Ancient Greece takes us through a dramatic twelve months to reveal the opportunities and the perils of everyday life during this period.

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From the publishers of the bestselling The Wellbeing Journal comes the follow-up, The Happiness Journal. Filled with empowering quotes and affirmations along with practical exercises and tips, this journal will encourage you to reflect upon the moments and experiences that bring you happiness and inspire you to harness your happiness in a meaningful way. Cultivating healthy habits can help you to boost your individual wellbeing and mindful habits like focusing on a journal will encourage you to be present, turning your focus away from negative events. Noting the things that make you happy and expressing gratitude for them has been proven in a study by Harvard Health to make you feel more ‘positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships’. Packed with beautiful illustrations, filling in this journal is an opportunity for the reader to ignore the negativity in day-to-day life and focus on what brings them joy.

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Life can often feel overwhelming and with pressure from school, relationships and social media it can be hard to remember to take a bit of time for ourselves – to take care of what's going on for us on the inside.Breathe Out has been written specifically for young minds and the unique challenges that teenagers face today, it is filled with exercises and techniques for anxiety relief and tips specially designed to help you to take a step back and take a moment for yourself.With a variety of exercises that encourage you to be present, to be a better listener, articulate your feelings and get a handle on your screen time among many others, this is a hands-on journal that will allow you to track your moods and feel more in control when things can be a bit overwhelming. There are also mindfulness and breathing techniques to allow you to keep on top of your emotions wherever you are.By unlocking your creativity – whether that's using colour, list making, noting your thoughts and experiences – you'll explore what makes you you, build new inner strengths and discover how to prioritize your wellbeing every day. The result? A happier, more fulfilled you.

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Seven men. Seven years. 31 million Twitter followers. 11 billion YouTube views. 13 billion Spotify streams. Sold out world tours. BTS are a global phenomenon – this is their story. This fully revised and updated edition of the bestselling biography covers their journey from debut to Map of the Soul: 7, and looks at how this group of guys from South Korea have taken over the world. RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook can sing, dance and rap, and write and produce their own music too. From humble beginnings at a small agency to topping charts all over the world, their story is truly incredible, and testament to the amazing talent and hard work of each of the members. Their dedicated fanbase, ARMY, have supported them through thick and thin, celebrating triumphs alongside their idols and pushing them to ever-greater heights. Extensively researched, and written in an upbeat and accessible style, this book interweaves the backstories of each of the members with the narrative of the band as a whole, their modest debut and their astonishing rise to fame in their home country and beyond. It also includes 16 pages of full colour photographs of the band performing, posing and having fun.

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A brand new, fantasy-themed, search and find adventure from the publishers of the 2017 bestselling title Where's the Unicorn?Follow the further adventures of a colourful blessing of globetrotting unicorns. This time, the unicorns are embarking on a magical tour through the beautiful, wild world of Wonderland. Spot the blessing in an enchanted forest, search for them in a clockwork city and find them in a mysterious crystal cave. There are 17 intricately illustrated fantasy scenes to search – each one filled with crowds of magical creatures, characters and animals – and seven sensational unicorns to spot in every location.

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Tax your brain and forget your troubles with the fantastic word search puzzles in this book, put together by puzzle master Dr Gareth Moore. For hours of fun, just pick up a pen and focus on these challenging exercises.

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FROM THE PUBLISHERS OF THE BESTSELLING WHERE'S THE UNICORN?, GET READY FOR A WHOLE LLOTTA LLAMA DRAMA! Word has reached the Andes that everyone’s going bananas over llamas! Intrigued, an intrepid herd of fun-loving llamas have decided to ‘alpaca’ their bags and embark on an incredible round-the-world adventure to meet their adoring llama fans. Join head llama Beatriz and her hilarious herd – including rock-n-roll Ricardo, fashion-mad Daphne and cute cria Hector – as they travel to all kinds of incredible places. From a Chinese ice festival and a Mexican carnival to a hip street market and all the way home to llama land, there are 17 intricately illustrated scenes to search and ten terrific llamas to find in every location. The answer pages at the back of the book feature extra things to spot and each scene is teeming with laugh-out-loud llama references – from inflatable llamas at the beach to llama masterpieces in a modern art gallery.Illustrated by the bestselling artist behind Where’s the Unicorn? and Where’s the Meerkat?, this 'llama-zing' search-and-find book is a must-have gift for llama lovers everywhere!

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Can you really tell a criminal by the bumps on his head? What does a memory look like? Can a machine think? Why are some people shy? Is it better not to feel so much? These are some of the many questions that have troubled the minds of some of the greatest thinkers in human civilization and are discussed in this comprehensive yet accessible introduction to psychology.The complex workings of the mind have fascinated mankind for centuries, but the key theories of psychology are often so complicated that it is almost impossible for the casual reader to understand. In Why We Do the Things We Do, Joel Levy unlocks the important studies and theories in a series of simple questions and answers that shine new and uncomplicated light on the important aspects of psychology. This book will demystify the key questions by tracking their origins in the writings of some of the most prominent thinkers in various fields, showing how these ideas and concepts have developed over time.With each section broken down into the key concepts, issues and arguments, considering how these ideas influence the way we all go about our daily lives, Why We Do the Things We Do will illuminate this fascinating subject.

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The gripping biography of one of the most successful managers in the game, José Mourinho, giving rare insight into the man and the manager – now completely revised and updated to include the tumultuous 2020-21 season.José Mourinho is undoubtedly one of football’s most charismatic and controversial characters. His name is never far from the headlines and having worked at some of the biggest clubs in the world – Porto, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur – despite the challenges he has faced, he knows how to deliver when it matters. But is the way he conducts himself on the touchline and in front of the cameras the real Mourinho, or an act he puts on for the watching world?In this highly acclaimed biography, author and award-winning sports correspondent Robert Beasley reveals the man behind the scenes. Granted privileged access into the Special One’s inner sanctum, Beasley delves into the workings of the famed manager’s mind, as well as backroom antics and transfer sagas at some of the game’s greatest clubs. Revealing the untold stories behind how close Mourinho came to getting the England job, his at times tumultuous relationships with the football establishment, his trials and tribulations at Tottenham and why he will always put family and friends before football, this is a side to José Mourinho you never thought you’d see.

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Taking a quirky and insightful look at the world of numbers, As Easy As Pi will delight and entertain any number enthusiast.In this day and age it's hard to imagine a world without numbers. Our lives are centred around commerce and money, and it is the only language that's the same the world over. However, did you know that for a long period of time people could not get their heads around the idea of zero, a figure representing nothing, and that it was even regarded as heretical in some circles? As Easy As Pi is an entertaining and accessible guide, written for those who love numbers – and those who don't – and uncovers a great deal of lore and intriguing information. Including:- Snippets of fascinating numerical facts - Myths and mysticism in the world of numbers- Numbers in language and used as slang- Pop culture trivia - Useful mathematical rules to remember

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'This "essential cornucopia" aims to inspire you to use uncommon words in their original contex'- BooksellerEver wanted to ameliorate your atavistic lexicon, engage in a little intellectual badinage or been discombobulated by tricky diction? 500 Words You Should Know has you covered. This book will inspire the reader to use uncommon words in their correct context, utilize the English language to its full potential, and test themselves on the words they think they already know. This is a book for the appreciator of correct usage, and contains words you thought you knew (decimate, caveat, nemesis), words you should know (euphemism, diatribe, tautology), and just a few that you might want to know (peripatetic, shibboleth, callipygian). Arranged thematically, each word is dissected, with a brief explanation of etymology, historical and modern usage, allowing you to fully understand and effectively employ the word in its proper context.For those interested in everything this eclectic language has to offer, who wish to celebrate its majesty and depth, this veracious cornucopia of knowledge will have you confabulating with the literary cognoscenti in no time.By the same author:9781843176572 My Grammar and I (Or Should That Be 'Me'?)9781782438205 The Accidental Apostrophe

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There’s never a dull moment at Hogwarts™! Join Harry Potter™, Ron Weasley™ and Hermione Granger™ in this magical sticker book filled with puzzles, mazes, drawing activities and loads more. Use your stickers to help you complete the pages and collect sticker rewards for each one you finish. When you’re done, you’ll even have stickers left over to use on your own wizarding creations!LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2023 The LEGO Group.WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.Publishing Rights © JKR. (s23)

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Do you have what it takes to defend the Ninjago world? Join the brave ninja and all your other Ninjago favourites in a host of secret missions. Match silhouettes, join dots, conquer mazes and use your stickers to complete action-packed scenes.There are sticker rewards for each mission you complete, but you’ll need to use all your ninja training to come out on top!LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, the Brick and Knob configurations and NINJAGO are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2023 The LEGO Group.

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Build your Scout Trooper LEGO® minifigure and his speedy swoop bike to set off on an intergalactic adventure! Solve action-packed activities, laugh out loud at the comics and use your bricks to try out the LEGO building challenges.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group.© & (TM) Lucasfilm Ltd.

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Take a trip to Hogwarts™ and discover more than 100 great ideas for LEGO® Harry Potter™ builds, activities and challenges.LEGO Harry Potter fans will love using this fun pack to construct brand new creations, all of which have been designed to take just five minutes or less. Use the 65 bricks included to build a hippogriff or owl, then combine the bricks with your own LEGO collection to create more magical Hogwarts-inspired builds.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group.WIZARDING WORLD characters, names, and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s22)

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This brand-new title in our Clever Kids series introduces children to the phenomenon of Wordle, with over 180 word puzzles to complete. Each puzzle is partially completed with the final row empty. Use the filled-in squares above and the clue to work out the missing answer. The book is divided into four difficulty levels and has all the answers at the back.Get ready to train your brain with these fun and interactive puzzles.This book is 100% unofficial.

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Build a colourful Easter egg, bouncing bunny or sleeping lamb with the 30 LEGO® bricks, before tackling the puzzles and reading the comics.This egg-citing LEGO® book is full of the joys of spring! With the 30 bricks provided you can build a colourful Easter egg, bouncing bunny or sleeping lamb (or even a cracking creation of your own!). Then use the fun ‘Brick Boost’ ideas to help your characters tackle the mazes, puzzles and activities. You can also read all about the characters’ adventures in the funny comics. With so much to build, read, rebuild and imagine, spring is an egg-cellent time to celebrate!LEGO, the LEGO logo and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group.

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Discover the secrets of the Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in this magical activity handbook. Help the LEGO® Harry Potter™ heroes navigate intricate mazes and solve spell-casting puzzles. With fun activities, fascinating facts and your own LEGO® minifigure to build, it’s the must-have book for LEGO Harry Potter fans everywhere.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group.WIZARDING WORLD characters, names, and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s22)

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Colour and enjoy these fun scenes and quirky characters from the world of LEGO®. The colouring pages are interspersed with fun activities which help to develop the young reader's logic and puzzle-solving skills.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group.

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Join Owen Grady on a tour of the LEGO® Jurassic World™ park in this action-packed colouring book. Bring your own choice of colours to the dinosaurs of the park, including Raptors, Pteranodons, Stegosaurs and of course the mighty T. rex.Also included amongst the colouring pages are fun puzzles where you can follow the line to the dinosaur egg, complete the Triceratops picture and escape from the Allosaurus maze. Each activity will help young readers to develop logic and puzzle-solving skills.© 2021 The LEGO Group and Universal City Studios LLC and Amblin Entertainment, Inc.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group.Manufactured by AMEET Sp. z o.o. under license from the LEGO Group

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Colour-by-Numbers with a geometric twist, these perplexing puzzles produce stunning results. Using the colour code, readers must complete the images to reveal the amazing hidden animal within. Inside are over 20 images, containing a variety of levels of difficulty but a consistent level of WOW results.

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