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All over the world, there are female athletes breaking barriers, pushing limits and achieving amazing things, but where did their journeys begin? And what challenges did they have to overcome to get where they are today? Run Like a Girl is a collection of fascinating biographical stories told by 50 highly successful sportswomen, from boxing superstar Nicola Adams to record-breaking yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur and fearless mountain biker Rachel Atherton. As well as giving an insight into their influences, motivations and achievements, each story reminds us that failing can teach us just as much as winning; success isn't limited to the sports field; and 'running like a girl' can lead you all the way to the top. AGES: 7 to 12 AUTHOR: Danielle Brown MBE is a double Paralympic gold medallist and five-time World Champion in archery. She was World Number 1 for her entire career and made history when she became the first disabled person to represent England and win gold as an able-bodied athlete at the Commonwealth Games. Danielle now works as a professional speaker and trainer, specialising in self-development and success skills. She has worked in the education sector for over a decade, inspiring over 30,000 students through her programmes and has co-authored a GCSE Study Skills guide.

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From fierce pirate leaders, warrior queens and spies, to pioneering mountaineers, conservationists and scientists, Girls Rule explores 50 phenomenal females whose accomplishments have left a lasting impression and legacy. Discover these amazing women some well-known, others not often explored talented in science, politics, architecture, activism, the arts, palaeontology and more! Figures include: Rosa Parks, Mary Anning , Ruth Bader Ginsburg , George Eliot and Zaha Hadid.

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Featuring a foreword by Paralympic archer Danielle Brown. Life is full of ups and downs, but there are ways of dealing with it through RESILIENCE. Dip into A Pocketful of Resilience for a motivating affirmation, an uplifting quote or a top tip for yourself or to share with your friends. Put it in your pocket and carry it around with you for daily inspiration. The go-to pocketbook for 8 to 11 year olds. Includes quotes from famous children's authors. A BRILLIANT new pocketbook series for upper primary on wellbeing topics, such as resilience, calm, positivity and friendship. Full of strengthening affirmations, uplifting quotes and useful tips to help you navigate your way through school and life. With inspiring forewords from chosen celebrities, this series will leave you ready to take on anything.

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This revised and updated version of Run Like a Girl presents 50 inspirational biographies of the world's top female athletes.

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Run Like a Girl presents inspirational biographical stories from 50 of the world’s top female athletes. All over the world, there are female athletes breaking barriers, pushing limits and achieving amazing things, but where did their journeys begin? And what challenges did they have to overcome to get where they are today? The award-winning Run Like a Girl is a collection of fascinating biographical stories told by 50 highly successful sportswomen, from boxing superstar Nicola Adams to record-breaking yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur and fearless mountain biker Rachel Atherton. As well as giving an insight into their influences, motivations and achievements, each story reminds us that failing can teach us just as much as winning; success isn’t limited to the sports field; and 'running like a girl' can lead you all the way to the top. Winner of The Sunday Times Children's Sports Book of the Year 2022 award Inspirational biographical stories from 50 of the world’s top female athletes including 2021 Olympic medal winners Simone Biles (Silver and Bronze), Allyson Felix (Gold and Bronze), Valerie Adams (Bronze), Laura Kenny (Gold and Silver) and Sky Brown (Bronze) Illustrated spreads bring each story to life, with panels providing facts and best achievements Written by the co-author of Be Your Best Self (Button, 2019), shortlisted for the Telegraph Children's Sports Book of the Year 2020 For ages 7-12

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New York Times BestsellerAn accessible plant-based cookbook from a non-judgmental vegan featuring delicious and easy recipes that will make you feel your bestWhether you're a practicing vegan or just interested in trying out more plant-based meals, HealthyGirl Kitchen is the go-to cookbook for insanely easy, out-of-this-world delicious recipes that will help you become the best version of yourself. Danielle Brown is the wildly popular vegan influencer behind HealthyGirl Kitchen, having created hundreds of recipes that are simple and approachable. These recipes will show you how to make nourishing meals that are free of animal products without making you feel like you're restricting yourself or missing out. Transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle can seem intimidating, but when you're in the HealthyGirl Kitchen, plant-based eating doesn't have to be complicated. Danielle covers the entire food-prep spectrum, including:- breakfasts - start your day off right, bestie- salads + bowls - fall in love with nourishing your body- soups - because gorgeous girls love soup- comfort food - for getting through your toughest days- dinners - never wonder what to make for dinner again- plus sandwiches, snacks, side dishes, desserts, and more!The HealthyGirl Kitchen cookbook contains over 100 plant-based recipes that are 100% vegan, refined-sugar and flour free, gluten-free optional, and ridiculously easy to prepare. Pretty soon you'll be savoring these fresh meals and telling your healthy besties all about it.

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ON ASHER LANE, SOME SECRETS ARE WORTH KILLING FOR...Simone's mother was murdered when she was thirteen. When her father was convicted, everything changed. Overnight, Simone went from living in a wealthy white neighborhood to scraping by.Ten years later, Simone has given up on her dreams and lives a quiet life, writing book reviews and getting serious with her boyfriend. But with a true crime documentarian hounding her for a scoop and a surprise encounter with her childhood next-door neighbor, Hunter, the past seems set on haunting her. And after Hunter reveals that his father and her mother had a years-long affair, Simone is determined to find out who really killed her mother.Simone is convinced that all evidence points to Hunter's father, a renowned judge who had everything to lose if his affair-and his nascent love child-came to light. Playing the game from all sides, Simone enlists Hunter's help in her investigation into his family-whether he realizes it or not. But is she so desperate for closure that she'll risk imploding her carefully rebuilt life?Praise for Someone Had To Do It 'Sexy, thrilling and provocative' Heat'Fresh and, at times, exceptionally funny dialogue, as well as the lively characters, add to the book's fast pace' Courier'A promising writing debut' Daily Mail

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'A promising writing debut' Daily MailBrandi Maxwell is living the fashion intern dream.Except, the dream looks more like living on the breadline, scrubbing sick from couture dresses, and dealing with daily microaggressions about her braids - all things she's sure she can ignore in the name of success. The one thing she can't ignore is Taylor Van Doren.Model, icon, heiress to the fashion house throne. Taylor only wants two things: her father's money and Brandi's boyfriend. Nothing will stand in her way. Certainly not a poor Black girl from New Jersey.But when Brandi overhears something she shouldn't, their fates become dangerously intertwined. And she must find a way to navigate the cutthroat world of deceptively beautiful people before she becomes fashion's latest victim.Praise for Someone Had To Do It'Sexy, thrilling and provocative' Heat'Fresh and, at times, exceptionally funny dialogue, as well as the lively characters, add to the book's fast pace' Courier

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What are your BIG dreams? Maybe you'd like to be a scientist, an award-winning journalist, play in a rock band, swim in the Olympic Games, groom dogs, own a bakery or even help to run your country? We all have different dreams, that's what makes us unique. But whatever it is that you want to do, the skills you'll need to achieve your goals are the same. This exciting new book helps children and young people to practise these core skills and provides a survival kit for them to dip into when they need extra help or motivation. Some of the themes explored are: goal setting, growth mindset, perseverance, getting organised and learning to fail well. No need to worry if you don't yet know what it is that you are passionate about or what 'success' means for you. Perhaps you just need some help with boosting your confidence, staying positive or some extra help with getting through the twists and turns of everyday life. Looking after yourself is an important theme of the book whether that be eating healthy food and exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, being kind to yourself or knowing how to deal with bullies. To 'be your best self' means loving who you are, feeling confident in your own skin and achieving the things that you want to do.

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"For all those finding it difficult: the sun will shine on you again and the clouds will go away. Remember that tomorrow will be a good day."Captain Sir Tom Moore captured the hearts of a nation, as he walked 100 laps of his garden to raise money for the NHS. Captain Sir Tom wished to celebrate many other inspirational stories from this uncertain time, and with his blessing, these one hundred stories make a book of hope for the future. This is a book of gratitude for his inspiration, and a celebration of incredible everyday heroes from across the UK.These beautifully illustrated true stories of everyday heroes across the nation is introduced by Captain Sir Tom Moore's daughter, Hannah Ingram-Moore. During the pandemic we have found hope in unexpected places, and these one hundred stories of hope - written by Paralympian Danielle Brown MBE - show just how extraordinarily we can work together. We feature well-known stories such as Joe Wicks' family workouts, as well as equally astonishing stories of everyday heroes, such as dancing binmen and fancy-dress postal workers, who brought joy to their neighbourhoods.These are stories of courage and community, of everyday kindness and perseverance. From the scientists racing to find a vaccine, to frontline workers putting themselves at risk, from clapping together to celebrate keyworkers, to breathing cleaner air, discover one hundred hopeful stories from an uncertain time. With lively and engaging illustrations, these are stories that will help you hope that tomorrow will be a good day.Because hope starts with one small step . . .Inspired by, and with the blessing of, one man and his walking frame, a £1 donation will be made to The Captain Tom Foundation for all hardback print sales in the UK and Ireland. The Captain Tom Foundation was created to inspire hope where it is needed most: combating loneliness, helping those facing bereavement, and supporting hospices - and this book celebrates the spirit of this amazing achievement.Following the recent announcement that The Captain Tom Foundation is closing all payment channels whilst a Charity Commission inquiry into the Foundation remains open, from 7th July Penguin Books Limited shall hold on trust for The Captain Tom Foundation all charitable donation sums received from the sale of the hard back edition of "One Hundred Reasons to Hope" until such time as those sums can be transferred to the charity.

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Exam: SQA N5/Higher Subject: All Subjects First Teaching: 2017 onwards, First Exam: N/A Make the most out of your revision with all the top tips and test-taking techniques included in this must-have guide to essential study skills for National 5 and Higher. Written by a group of experts across a variety of fields, this invaluable study skills book gives advice on staying motivated, how the brain works, and how lifestyle, stress and attitude can affect learning and exam performance – plus loads of practical tips and ideas to get ready for your exams! Take control of your revision with the Leckie SQA Study Skills guide so that you feel confident enough to ace your N5 & Higher exams. Also available as an eBook (B07MXP97MV) so you can hone your study skills on the go!

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