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A wonderful story about the meaning of loneliness and the importance of friendship.One day a penguin arrives on a boy's door step.The boy decides the penguin must be lost and tries to return him. But no one seems to be missing a penguin.So the boy decides to take the penguin home himself, and they set out in his rowing boat on a journey to the South Pole.But when they get there, the boy discovers that maybe home wasn't what the penguin was looking for after all

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‘Comfort reading at its best, all wrapped up in a tartan ribbon. Sarah Morgan will make your Christmas!’ Veronica Henry * * * * * Join Sarah Morgan this Christmas and treat yourself to this feel-good festive read about mothers and daughters, romance and drama, and Christmastime in Scotland! It’s not what’s under the Christmas tree, but who’s around it that matters most. All Suzanne McBride wants for Christmas is her three daughters happy and at home. But when sisters Posy, Hannah and Beth return to their family home in the Scottish Highlands, old tensions and buried secrets start bubbling to the surface. Suzanne is determined to create the perfect family Christmas, but the McBrides must all face the past and address some home truths before they can celebrate together . . . This Christmas indulge in some me-time and enjoy this uplifting and heart-warming story from international bestseller Sarah Morgan. Full of romance, laughter and sisterly drama, The Christmas Sisters is the perfect book to curl up with this festive season. * * * * * What readers are saying about The Christmas Sisters: ‘Perfect to snuggle up with in front of a fire with a mug of hot chocolate’ ‘Practically perfect in every way!’ ‘Likeable characters, the dialogue was spot on and it's all wrapped up in the wonderful Scottish Highlands setting’ ‘It's warm and cuddly and cosy – perfect switch-off, feel-good reading’

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Beaten Rubik's Cube and ready for your next challenge? Test your wits against 60 mind-bending logic problems set by puzzle experts, from Sudoku and Hanjie to mazes and pattern-matching. Train your brain and take up Rubik's next challenge!

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This acclaimed Caldecott Honor Book is a visually exciting introduction to colors, shapes, and animals for preschoolers.Share this classic die-cut concept book at home or at circle time. Lois Ehlert, of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom fame, was a picture book genius."Boldly designed pages easily carry to the rear of the room during story hours, and brilliant juxtapositions of vibrant primary colors will make children's eyes tingle." (School Library Journal)"A masterpiece of graphic design." (American Library Association Caldecott Committee)"Color Zoo is about concepts—shapes, colors, and animals—but also about looking at the world in a new and creative way." (Children's Books and Their Creators)"Employs ingeniously designed, perfectly die-cut and bound pages which line up exactly to unfold nine distinctly recognizable abstractly formed animal heads. Immensely enjoyable." (CCBC Choices)Shapes and colors in your zoo, lots of things that you can do. Heads and ears, beaks and snouts, that's what animals are all about. I know animals and you do too; make some new ones for your zoo.

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In this classic frontier adventure, Lois Lenski reconstructs the real-life story of Mary Jemison, who was captured in a raid as young girl and raised among the Seneca Indians. Meticulously researched and illustrated with many detailed drawings, this Newbery Honor novel is an unforgettable tale.Twelve-year-old Mary Jemison took for granted her peaceful days on her family's farm in eastern Pennsylvania. But on a spring day in 1758, something happened that changed her life forever.When a band of warriors invades the Jemisons' house and takes the family captive, Mary is separated from her parents and siblings. She travels with the Indians to southern Ohio and later to a Seneca village on the Genesee River in what is now western New York.Mary's new life is not easy. She misses her family terribly and is unaccustomed to Seneca ways. But even after her several unsuccessful attempts to run away, the Indians are kind to Mary and teach her many things about the earth, its plants, and its creatures. She develops deep bonds with the animals and even her captors. When Mary is finally given the chance to return to the world she had inhabited, she struggles with her newfound feelings.

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America, at last! This classic early reader tells an exciting story and is also a good launching pad for classroom and home discussions.The Long Way Westward relates the experiences of two young brothers and their family, immigrants from Sweden, from their arrival in New York through the journey to their new home in Minnesota.This lively sequel to The Long Way to a New Land follows the fortunes of Carl Erik’s family from New York City to the farmlands of Minnesota. "Historically accurate; will attract competent primary-grade readers and will be equally suitable for less able readers in intermediate grades." (School Library Journal)As a fan of this book and its companion, The Long Way to a New Land, put it: "The books describe the difficulty and dangers of the journey in a way that is non-complaining and full of optimism for a new life in America. Teachers, these books are wonderful for integrating with other subjects and topics, such as immigration, westward expansion, steamships, trains, geography, and American life in the 1860s."Author-artist Joan Sandin's grandfather was born in Sweden and immigrated to Wisconsin with his parents in 1882, when he was only two. Joan herself spent time in Sweden and did extensive research to create her well-loved classic books about the immigrant experience.

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This classic story about a mixed-up moose is perfect for fans of Amelia Bedelia, Danny and the Dinosaur, and anyone who loves silly stories and fun word play.The cow, the deer, and the horse have four legs and a tail, just like Morris. But none of these animals is a moose! These different animals have one thing in common—their friendship. Morris the Moose is a Level One I Can Read, great for shared reading with a child, and especially wonderful for reluctant readers.

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The third book in the Rose Years series, the story of the spirited daughter of the author of the beloved Little House series.Eight going on nine, Rose Wilder is beginning to settle into her new life in Missouri, the Land of the Big Red Apple. Her father is building their farmhouse and she dreams of the day they'll have their own bright crop to harvest. But before that can happen, she has a fierce ice storm to contend with and her first real Christmas in the Ozarks to enjoy.

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The author attacks American liberals as naive and disingenuous in their dealings with the world, accusing them of rewriting history to portray themselves as "Cold Warriors" along with conservatives.

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A fabulously funny celestial crime caper, full of wit, warmth and heart.' Helen LedererHow do you solve your own murder when you're already dead?Purgatory (noun):1. Where the dead are sent to atone.2. A place of suffering or torment.3. A youth hostel where the occupants play Scrabble and the mattresses are paper thin.When Dave wakes up in his own personal purgatory (St Ives Youth Hostel circa 1992), he's shocked to discover he's dead. And worse he was murdered.Heaven doesn't know who did it so with the help of two rogue angels, Dave must uncover the truth.As divine forces from both sides start to play the game, can Dave get out of this alive? Or at the very least, with his soul intact?An utterly gripping and page-turning mystery for fans of Murder Before Evensong and The Appeal from the winner of the Comedy Women in Print Unpublished Prize!.Readers LOVE The Purgatory PoisoningVery original, very funny, and very well written. I loved it!' NetGalley reviewer ?????A hilarious story I li

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From million-copy bestselling author David Baddiel comes a laugh-out-loud and inspiring new adventure for all readers of 8 and up that is ahead of its time – 1,001 years ahead, to be precise… The year is 3020. Pip@256X#YY.3_7 is lonely and bored: she goes to virtual school on her G-Glasses, she only has a talking cat and parrot to hang out with, and she can’t even leave her LivingSpace due to the extreme heat and floods outside. Until the day that Pip explores a glowing ring in a lab and finds herself in a warehouse, in 2019. Where she meets boy-inventor Rahul – who is also lonely and bored. Together, Rahul and Pip are no longer lonely. But they have a whole load of new problems, including hiding talking animals from Rahul’s parents, and finding a way back to the future. Plus – just maybe – saving the world… Future Friend is a terrifically entertaining time-slip adventure that combines action, laugh-out-loud humour and the importance of friendship, in a story that asks the question – what would happen if your best friend came from the future?

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‘The desert hides dark secrets…’ MARRAKECH 1966 Vicky Baudin steps onto a train winding through Morocco, looking for the grandmother she has never met. It’s an epic journey that’ll take her to the edge of Atlas Mountains – and closer to the answers she’s been craving all her life. But dark secrets whisper amongst the dunes. And in unlocking the mystery of Clemence’s past, Vicky will unearth great danger too . . . Five-star reader reviews for Night Train to Marrakech ‘A love story and a thriller all in one’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Epic storytelling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Utterly spellbinding’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A book to lose yourself in’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fabulous, heart-stopping read, absolutely unputdownable in places’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Full of mystery and drama’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Political tensions, murders and love, this book has them all….’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Full of twists and turns’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A historical novel, this is also a suspenseful thriller' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Atmospheric, drew me into the souks of Marrakech’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a story of family, friendships, love and war’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A ‘gripping story of love, betrayal and danger’ Woman’s Weekly ‘An enthralling story’ Woman “A world of stunning beauty and extreme danger . . . Dinah Jefferies is at the top of her game.”—GILL PAUL, bestselling author of The Manhattan Girls “An utterly atmpspheric, gripping read that transports you to Marrakech . . . a real page-turner.”—SUSAN LEWIS, bestselling author of I Know it’s You “A mouthwatering read, intense and emotional. I loved it. Its characters hooked me irresistibly and stole my heart . . . a wonderful, heart-wrenching tale of love, danger and bone-chilling secrets.”—KATE FURNIVALL, bestselling author of The Survivors “The seductive colours, sights, sounds and aromas of Marrakech, with a hidden, darker side, are so powerfully evoked that you are instantly transported there.”—LIZ TRENOW, bestselling author of The Secret Sister

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Enchanting stories, taking the reader on magical pony adventures… Can they rescue ALL the ponies… The ponies of Pemberley Stables have been bound by magic and each of them are trapped in time. Can two brave girls help get them back? Margot the dressage pony keeps getting all of her steps wrong. But can Olivia and Eliza help break the spell that is making her so clumsy and bring her back to the stables?

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A SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOK OF 2023 She’s written the perfect romance . . . for someone else Greetings card copywriter Phoebe Chapman knows a good romantic line or two – and it makes her a fantastic Cupid. So when she lands in the Hollywood Hills – a place that proves film stars, golden beaches and secret waterfalls don’t just exist in the movies – she can’t resist playing matchmaker for her handsome neighbour, carpenter Ren. But you can’t hide from love in La La Land. And isn’t there something a little bit hot about Ren, her own leading man next door? EVERYONE ADORES LOVE ME DO ‘A total delight . . . captures all the sunny glamour of LA, but still so relatable and completely hilarious. You need this book in your suitcase this summer!’ BETH O’LEARY ‘My favourite LIndsey book yet, and her funniest . . . I loved it’ DAISY BUCHANAN ‘A new Lindsey book is the next best thing to going on holiday’ MHAIRI McFARLANE ‘A stunner of a summer read . . . Deliciously fun . . . Make sure this one’s on your summer reading list’ GLAMOUR ‘A vitamin D-infused delight’ STYLIST ‘Lindsey Kelk never leaves Phoebe without a quip. It’s all done with an engagingly light touch and plenty of jokes’ Times ‘A gorgeously warm and funny rom-com. A delight’ LOUISE O’NEILL ‘Delicious escapism at its very best. An utterly unforgettable, spirit-lifting summer rom com that’s full of soul, joy, laugh-out-loud moments and meaning. Flawless’ HELLY ACTON ‘Fabulous, feel-good and funny. I loved it! The perfect rom com to pack in your suitcase this summer’ ALEXANDRA POTTER ‘Fun, fizzy and utterly rom-com-tastic, Lindsey Kelk has knocked it out of the park yet again!’ MIKE GAYLE ‘Her books are my go-to comfort reads. Love Me Do transported me to California . . . I loved every minute’ SOPHIE COUSENS ‘Funny and summery and so, so delicious’ SOPHIE IRWIN ‘Blissfully funny’ The i ‘Told with all of Kelk’s trademark humour and warmth, Love Me Do is an essential holiday read’ Red ‘Lindsey’s books make the ideal summer read’ Woman & Home ‘A funny, heartwarming romcom … will whip you up into a feelgood frenzy, yearning for sunnier climes and a hot dalliance of your own’ Heat ‘A perfect summer read’ Closer

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‘Ahhh I absolutely loved this book!… Made me laugh, warmed my heart… Fabulous.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A bundle of mysterious letters. A trip to Venice. A journey she’ll never forget. When Luna loses her beloved mother, she’s bereft: her mother was her only family, and without her Luna feels rootless. Then the chance discovery of a collection of letters in her mother’s belongings sends her on an unexpected journey. Following a clue in the letters, Luna packs her bags and heads to Venice, to a gorgeous but faded bookshop overlooking the canals, hoping to uncover the truth about her mother’s mysterious past. Will Luna find the answers she’s looking for – and finally find the place she belongs? Praise for The Little Venice Bookshop: ‘Absolutely delightful… Captivating from start to finish. The characters were charming and witty.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book made my heart very happy… An absolute warm hug in book form.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What’s not to love in a book with cats, books and a mystery. Five stars doesn’t seem enough.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I fell in love with the bookshop,’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautifully written book… I absolutely could not put it down… There wasn't a single dull moment during this book, I found myself indulging in every single gorgeous word… Everybody needs to read it because it's just perfect!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I fell in love with this book… May be Rebecca Raisin’s best book yet.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I read the book in one day… My favourite novel by Rebecca Raisin to date.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A superb book. I genuinely couldn’t put it down… Utterly absorbing.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I felt like I had been there in my head from the descriptions the author evoked…Positive and uplifting.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautiful story.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Meet Grant the genie, and his best friend – the puppy, Teeny! The second in a series of magical adventures from the renowned illustrator, Steven Lenton, winner of Waterstones Picture Book of the Month and the Times Children’s Book of the Week. Grant the Genie is happy living in the real world in a teapot with his best friend, the dog ,Teeny. But keeping a genie a secret on Earth is harder than they’d both thought – especially when Grant wants to go to school with Teeny’s owner, Tilly. Then Grant accidentally gives three wishes to the school’s bully and a whole heap of trouble ensues. Will they be able to make everyting right again? Or is that just wishful thinking?

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An unputdownable story of murder, revenge and betrayal from international number one bestseller Jeffrey Archer. THE CLOCK IS TICKING IN THIS ROLLERCOASTER RIDE OF A THRILLER… In London, the Metropolitan Police set up a new Unsolved Murders Unit – a cold case squad – to catch the criminals nobody else can. In Geneva, millionaire art collector Miles Faulkner – convicted of forgery and theft – was pronounced dead two months ago. So why is his unscrupulous lawyer still representing a dead client? On a luxury liner en route to New York, the battle for power within a wealthy dynasty is about to turn to murder. And at the heart of all three investigations are Detective Chief Inspector William Warwick, rising star of the Met, and ex-undercover operative Ross Hogan, brought in from the cold. But can they catch the killers before it’s too late? Praise for Jeffrey Archer: ‘Probably the greatest storyteller of our age’ Mail on Sunday 'Peerless master of the page turner' Daily Mail 'If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would win' Daily Telegraph ‘Archer is a master entertainer’ Time Jeffrey Archer’s previous novel Nothing Ventured was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 28th March 2020.

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TikTok sensation Chef Daniel Lambert leads the pack of a new generation of social media chefs with 100 feel-good recipes. Enter the comfort zone with TikTok sensation Daniel Lambert’s delicious and playful recipes. Sometimes all we want for dinner is golden, crunchy and moreish, so whether it’s Salt and Chilli Chicken for Friday-night dinner, Irish-style Potato Nachos for when friends come over, or Cheeseburger Tacos if you fancy something new, Daniel Lambert has you covered. With chapters such as Potato Party, The Cure, and So Wrong But So Right, Lush puts the fun back into cooking with 100 easy-to-make recipes. So load up your forks – this is the feel-good cookbook you’ve been waiting for.

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This spooky season curl up with the perfect witchy romcom for fans of Gilmore Girls, Hocus Pocus and Charmed. An absolute must-read if you love Erin Sterling’s The Ex Hex and Lana Harper’s Payback’s a Witch! It’s just a bunch of hocus pocus… Essie Winterscale lives in a huge and ever-changing house in the village of Good Winter, in deepest, darkest Essex. She lives with various witches of various ages, one of whom is still a bit salty about being hanged in the 1700s, one who keeps accidentally casting fertility spells, and one who knits things that create the future. All Essie ever wanted was to have a normal life but in the end she found herself drawn back to Beldam House because she just can’t stop her witchiness (although the ability to instantly chill wine is pretty awesome, even she has to admit). Into this coven of chaos stumbles gorgeous, clueless Josh, their new landlord – and he’s just discovered his tenants haven’t paid rent since the 1700s! As Josh is drawn further into the lives of the inhabitants of Beldam House, Essie is determined to keep him at broomstick’s length. That is, until a family secret, lying hidden for centuries, puts Josh firmly under her spell… ‘Funny, smart and sassy…No one creates such brilliant worlds quite like Kate does’ Julie Caplin Readers have been bewitched by Hex Appeal: ‘If I could rate this book 10 stars I totally would’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘SO much fun… a must read for spooky season’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Great characters, a wonderful setting and a story that will keep you engaged to the very end’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Genuine laugh-out-loud moments’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Charming… I loved the close-knit coven’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An amazing and fun ride… the story just sucked me in’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fast-moving plot, sharp humour… compulsively readable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So much fun, definitely a good read for fall’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I love all the witchy vibes’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Full of magic and cosy comfort… gripping and entertaining’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Enemies to lovers with magical and witchery powers’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Don’t miss this utterly gripping and emotional thriller from Sunday Times bestselling author Susan Lewis! Secrets lie at the heart of every family… When the unthinkable happens… Hanna’s world is crumbling. An unimaginable crime has been committed, and everyone’s looking for someone to blame. Her loved ones are under suspicion. Now Hanna must work out who is threatening her family – before it’s too late. No one could have seen this coming… Real readers love No One Saw It Coming ‘Master storyteller Susan Lewis blends emotional family drama, heart-stopping tension and nail-biting suspense’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A mesmerizing, immersive and emotional tale that is a struggle to put down’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me hooked from the start’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Best book I’ve had the pleasure to read in a very long time’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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‘This fast paced, electric thriller races from page to page and keeps you guessing until the very end’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ He knows your name. Where you live. The car you drive. If you don’t play, your family will die. If you lose, you will. When DI Joel Norris and DS Lucy Rose begin investigating the death of a young woman, murdered on a quiet country lane, they can’t imagine what lies ahead. This killer uses his victims like chess pieces in a life-sized contest, with the highest stakes imaginable. Now Norris and Rose are pawns at the mercy of a twisted rulebook. Can they beat him at his own game before the next round begins and more innocent lives are taken? A totally addictive, edge-of-your-seat, crime-thriller that will leave you breathless. Perfect for fans of Cara Hunter, Ian Rankin and Stuart MacBride. Readers are gripped by Lethal Game: ‘Explodes into a nail-biting, breath-holding, scary ride that I loved every minute of!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fabulous page-turner of a book! Full on action from the first chapter, and a fabulous thriller that kept me guessing right up to the very end’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A plot like no other, couldn’t put it down… So many twists and turns, when you think you have it all worked out it twists again’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is so good! Charlie Gallagher writes from experience and it shows… I was completely drawn in the entire way from start to finish’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brilliant… Kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. Charlie is one of the best crime writers around’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A non-stop thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat. You will not want to put this one down!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I always make sure my diary is clear for a couple of days before I start one of Charlie Gallagher’s books as they never fail to keep you turning the pages until it is finished. Perhaps the best one yet’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Strap yourself in for another dark, twisting and deeply unpredictable thriller’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Left me on the edge of my seat. A brilliant thriller’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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”I’ll read anything she writes” EMILY HENRY Can a little Christmas magic mend a broken heart? ”Sparkles with wit and warmth . . . I’ll read anything Lindsey writes, but this one might just be my new favourite of her novels”—BETH O’LEARY, author of The Flatshare Newly single lawyer Gwen Baker is hoping that a family Christmas—countryside, a mountain of food and festive films—will salve the sting of her career hanging by a thread and her heart being trampled on. Because everyone else has their life sorted: even Dev, her boy-next-door crush, is now a tall, dark and handsome stranger with a fiancée. She can’t help wishing her future was clearer. Then Gwen wakes up to discover it’s Christmas day all over again. Like Groundhog Day but with eggnog. And family arguments. On repeat. As she figures out how to escape her own particular Christmas hell, Dev is the one bright spot. He might be all grown-up but underneath he’s just as kind and funny as she remembers. Maybe, just maybe, her heart can be mended after all. But how do you fall in love with someone who can’t remember you from one day to the next? AUTHORS LOVE LINDSEY KELK ”The kind of book you can’t put down, but also want to last forever”—EMILY HENRY ”I fell head over heels in love”—BETH O’LEARY ”The literary equivalent of opening a glass of wine with your best friend”—MHAIRI MCFARLANE ”So uplifting and wildly romantic”—MARIAN KEYES

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‘I devoured it.’ Erin Kelly‘An exhilarating voice’ Adele Parks‘Unbelievably tense and twisty.’ Laura Marshall LuckyRachel Edwards The more she wins, the more she loses… ‘Absorbing, unsettling, unflinching. I’ve been thinking about it for days and I’ll be recommending it to everyone.’ Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies Someone is watching Etta. Footsteps in the night, the security light coming on at strange hours … is it all just her curtain-twitching neighbours, who seem to monitor her every move? Or is her little online problem making her paranoid? Because Etta needs to win big. She joined a gambling website to get a bit of cash, hoping to convince her boyfriend Ola that they can afford to get married. And she was so good at it … until she wasn’t. Luckily, she’s made a friend who hit the jackpot and if she plays her cards right, he could lend her the money to win everything back. Easy. So why does she feel so afraid?

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From world-renowned adventurer and bestselling author of The Art of Resilience and The World’s Fittest Book, comes the ultimate blueprint to building a bulletproof body. ‘He’s an animal’ CHRIS HEMSWORTH ‘The inner workings of a sports science genius’ EDDIE HALL, former World’s Strongest Man Ross Edgley has spent decades perfecting the principles and practice of extreme fitness to achieve the impossible. Following a career-threatening injury in 2018, Ross was forced to reassess his training and take the next steps in a lifelong journey of redefining what the human body is capable of. In Blueprint, Ross shares the cutting-edge training program that empowered him to rebuild his body from surgery and a doctor’s gloomy prognosis in just 365 days to complete a world record swim. Whether it’s climbing a mountain, swimming the English Channel, or a gruelling triathlon, Blueprint will teach you the tried and tested principles of sports science that have been used for decades by Olympians, explorers and adventurers at the limits of peak physical endurance. Blueprint is Ross Edgley's complete training journey that shows you how to:• Divide a 365-day training plan into seasons (winter, spring, summer and autumn)• Rebuild your body using evolutionary medicine• Build a superhuman work capacity with forgotten Spartan-style training• Gain bulletproof resilience through Soviet-inspired strength training• Boost your aerobic base with Olympian techniques. Blueprint applies the exact same principles that enabled Ross to complete extreme feats such as the World's Longest Sea Swim, World's Longest Rope Climb, World's Heaviest Triathlon and World's Strongest Marathon. Ross is your elite guide to achieving the impossible in the gym and beyond. Featuring almost 30 tailored workouts for different phases of training, packed with digestible sports science to help you optimise your workouts, and interspersed with Ross' own daring adventures across the world, Blueprint is the ultimate guide to optimising your time and training to make the impossible possible.

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“A poignant, tender story of families and sisters divided by the cruelty of political chance–my heart ached for them on every page." Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Alice Network A city divided.When the Berlin Wall goes up, Karin is on the wrong side of the city. Overnight, she’s trapped under Soviet rule in unforgiving East Berlin and separated from her twin sister, Jutta.Two sisters torn apart.Karin and Jutta lead parallel lives for years, cut off by the Wall. But Karin finds one reason to keep going: Otto, the man who gives her hope, even amidst the brutal East German regime.One impossible choice…When Jutta finds a hidden way through the wall, the twins are reunited. But the Stasi have eyes everywhere, and soon Karin is faced with a terrible decision: to flee to the West and be with her sister, or sacrifice it all to follow her heart? From the USA Today and internationally bestselling WWII novelist of The German Midwife, The Secret Messenger and The Berlin Girl comes a story set at the dawn of the Cold War in Berlin. Why readers love The Girl Behind the Wall: ‘I was captivated from the very first chapter. It was so well written, I felt like I was really there… A must read.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Oh my goodness, what a page-turner. My heart was in my mouth for most of this book.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Such a fast-paced read! Historical fiction at its best! Highly, highly recommend.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Another fabulous read from the super talented Mandy Robotham who never fails to give us a satisfying story… she has the ability to mix a damn good story with historical facts… you want to read and read… I raced through this one.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘What a truly gripping read! I didn't want to stop reading, I was mesmerised…’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘I couldn’t put this book down… well-researched and a heartbreakingly accurate portrayal of the families separated by the wall. Keep the tissues handy because you might need them.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘What a read. I found myself thinking of the family in the book as real people I loved. If you read only one book this year, make sure it’s this one!’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Mandy Robotham has a gift for making history come alive. Amazing read. I simply could not put it down.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Beautifully written and heartfelt… I loved it… A story that will stay with you. Well worth a read.’ NetGalley Reviewer ‘Another winner from Mandy Robotham!’ NetGalley Reviewer

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***Now a Netflix Original movie, starring Leighton Meester, streaming globally.*** Miles from home. Trust no one. Suspect everyone. Orla and Kate have been best friends forever. Together they’ve faced it all – be it Orla’s struggles as a new mother or Kate’s messy divorce. And whatever else happens in their lives, they can always look forward to their annual weekend away. This year, they’re off to Lisbon: the perfect flat, the perfect view, the perfect itinerary. And what better way to kick things off in style than with the perfect night out? But when Orla wakes up the next morning, Kate is gone. Brushed off by the police and with only a fuzzy memory of the night’s events, Orla is her friend’s only hope. As she frantically retraces their steps, Orla makes a series of shattering discoveries that threaten everything she holds dear. Because while Lisbon holds the secret of what happened that night, the truth may lie closer to home… A twisty holiday read for fans of The Holiday and Date Night. Real readers love The Weekend Away: ‘A five-star thriller which will make you rethink your next weekend away…’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Twists and turns in every chapter. Fantastic read!’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So gripping! I could not put it down.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Left me guessing right to the end, with an ending that left me gasping for more.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A thoroughly enjoyable rollercoaster ride. The ending was BRILLIANT.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Superbly written… the twists come so fast you’re left feeling dizzy.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Left me breathless.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘READ IT! This book will not let you down.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The secret to living a better, deeper, more fulfilling life. Or at least, the secret to chilling out just a tiny bit. Wise, kind, observant and gentle, alpacas are the Dali Llamas of the animal kingdom. Their days consist of quiet contemplation, empathy and sweet-natured interactions with their herd – we have much to learn from them. So take a deep breath, still your mind and rise above the fray, to learn to live life the alpaca way.

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Princess Florizella may live in a classic fairy-tale world, but she’s no ordinary princess… These three stories were originally published under the titles Princess Florizella, Princess Florizella and the Wolves and Princess Florizella and the Giant. They were originally dedicated to her daughter but have been reimagined in this edition which she has dedicated to her grandchildren. “Princess Florizella was friends with some of the princesses who had studied the Princess Rules, and behaved just as the Rules said they should. Florizella thought their hair was lovely: so golden and so very long. And their clothes were nice: so richly embroidered. And their shoes were delightful: so tiny and handmade in silk. But their days bored her to death…” Instead, Princess Florizella rides her horse, Jellybean, all over the kingdom, having adventures of her own… “…perfect for newish readers who are gaining confidence and ready for a challenge” The Times Review “These are enchanting, simply written stories that have lost none of their pertinence – and this timely new edition deserves to win Florizella another generation of admirers.” 5 star review in the Saturday Telegraph

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Winner of The HWA Gold Crown 2020 From the No.1 bestselling author of The Ashes of London and The Fire Court comes the next book in the phenomenally successful series following James Marwood at the time of King Charles II. Over 1 Million Andrew Taylor Novels Sold! A royal scandal… In the Court of Charles II, it’s a dangerous time to be alive – a wrong move may lead to disgrace, exile or death. The discovery of a body at the home of one of the highest courtiers in the land could therefore have catastrophic consequences. A shocking murder… James Marwood, a traitor’s son, is ordered to cover up the killing. But the dead man is known to Marwood – as is the most likely culprit, Cat Lovett. The stakes have never been higher…Marwood is sure Cat is innocent so determines to discover the true murderer. But time is running out. If he makes a mistake, it could threaten the King himself… Praise for Andrew Taylor ‘One of the best historical crime writers today’ The Times ‘If you like C. J. Sansom, or Hilary Mantel, you’ll love Andrew Taylor’ Peter James ‘Effortlessly authentic…gripping…moving and believable. An excellent work’ C. J. Sansom ‘This is historical crime fiction at its dazzling best’ Guardian ‘One of the best historical novelists around’ Sunday Times ‘A breathtakingly ambitious picture of an era’ Financial Times ‘A masterclass in writing for the genre’ Ann Cleeves ‘Andrew Taylor is one of our finest storytellers' Antonia Hodgson ‘Vivid and compelling’ Observer ‘A novel filled with intrigue, duplicity, scandal and betrayal, whose author now vies with another master of the genre, C. J. Sansom’ Spectator ‘Taylor brings the 17th century to life so vividly that one can almost smell it’ Guardian ‘A most artful and delightful book, that will both amuse and chill’ Daily Telegraph

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Level: KS2Subject: MathsSuitable for the 2024 Year 4 Times Tables Check Get ready for the times tables Year 4 multiplication check

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A funny, filmic and fast-paced crime-caper by a hilarious new voice in middle-grade fiction, ideal for readers aged 10 and up. Some people rob banks because they’re greedy. Others enjoy the adrenalin rush. Me? I robbed a bank because of guilt. Specifically: guilt and a Nepalese scented candle… When fifteen-year-old Dylan accidentally burns down the house of the girl he’s trying to impress, he feels that only a bold gesture can make it up to her. A gesture like robbing a bank to pay for her new home. Only an unwanted Saturday job, a tyrannical bank manager, and his unfinished history homework lie between Dylan and the heist of century. And really, what’s the worst that could happen? A funny, cinematic, ill-advised comedy-crime adventure perfect for gamers, heist movie fans, and anyone who loves a laugh.

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Your Chinese Horoscope for Each and Every Year is a helpful and informative guide on Chinese horoscopes. Built on the long-standing success of Your Chinese Horoscope, this new book gives insights into each of the Chinese signs as well as special success tips to help readers make the most of their sign. The book also contains inspirational quotes for each sign as well as a section in each chapter concerning relationships and how signs relate to one another. However a key feature of the book will be the detailed horoscopes given for each sign and covering each of the Chinese years. The horoscopes will highlight trends for the year, giving indications of how readers can make the most of the year as well as areas which could prove problematic. Each horoscope ends with some special tips for the year. In the many years Neil Somerville has written Your Chinese Horoscope, he has built a reputation for the advice and helpfulness given in his books. Your Chinese Horoscope for Each and Every Year is a book designed for the long-term and one of lasting value.

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This Workbook will support and motivate students to reach their full potential with targeted questions and support. Provides plenty of practice opportunities for short- and long-answer questions on every topic Builds confidence with worked examples demonstrating how to answer different types of questions Further support from hints and tips explaining command words, advising how to approach questions and more The questions begin with confidence-building, lower demand questions and they are ramped throughout each topic. The workbook provides coverage of maths and practical skills as well as offering synoptic questions. The range of questions available encourages students to develop their skills in applying and analysing as well as recall. Frequent support notes provide hints and tips on strategies for decoding questions (for example by identifying key words in the question), key terminology, and how to write explanations and give the right amount of detail.

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Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 12 books feature greater use of literary language and more unusual and challenging vocabulary. Play scripts also feature from Level 12. Non-fiction titles contain longer, more formal sentences and a wide range of unfamiliar terms. Sentences become longer with greater use of conjunctions and relative clauses. Grammatical vowel endings are more evident to encourage fluent reading and to provide familiarity with some higher-level features of written Arabic. Hot-air balloons, gliders, solar-powered planes … Climb board and find out about the world of aircraft. This fascinating history of human flight follows the incredible technological advances that allowed what was once an impossible dream to become a matter of routine for millions. A contents page can be found at the front of the book and a glossary and index on pages 20 and 21.

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An epic, emotional story of two girls and their bond with beloved horses, the action sweeping between Italy during the Second World War and present day. When Lola’s grandmother Loretta takes her to Siena, Italy, for the summer, Lola learns of her family’s history of heartbreak and adventure, stretching back to the Second World War. In 1945, Loretta’s nickname was ‘The Daredevil’ due to her fearless competing in the town’s famous Palio horse races – until war broke out and led to sadness and loss for Loretta. Lola jumps at the chance to enter the modern-day Palio on a beautiful horse called Nico – can she win, in honour of her beloved grandmother? And solve a mystery that will bring happiness and hope to Loretta?

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Collins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step. Level 6 books provide an advance on level 5. Sentences are still highly repetitive but slightly longer, with simple story development supported by illustrations. Double spacing is used between words to ensure children see where each new word in a sentence begins and ends. Although the focus at level 6 remains on reading the core words, the concept of reading hamzat al-wasl and sun letters correctly is introduced in non-verbal sentences of up to 4-5 words. This non-fiction book takes you on a journey into the jungle and looks at the people, animals and wildlife that live there, including parrots, monkeys and big cats. Photographs of all the different things that can be found in the jungle on pages 14–15 help children to recap and provide a wealth of speaking and listening opportunities.

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