Non-Secondhand Books

"A remarkable and important story" BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour "Unputdownable . . . Urbach has also retold the tragic Holocaust story in quite unforgettable lines" A.N. Wilson "This fascinating...

A "well-written, engaging detective story" ( Kirkus Reviews, starred review) about a rogue who trades in rare birds and their eggs-and the wildlife detective determined to stop him. On May...

"A Supernova of love." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) A gorgeous keepsake book that shines with emotion and foil on every spread, The World Shines for You is full of...

A startlingly original, stunningly-illustrated modern classic about learning to face your fears from the multi award-winning partnership of Nick Lake and Emily Gravett. Lily just wants things to go back...

What can long-dead dinosaurs teach us about our future? Plenty, according to world-renowned paleontologist Dr Kenneth Lacovara, who has discovered some of the largest creatures to ever walk the Earth,...

Don't miss The Rise of the Guardians , soon to be a major motion picture in theaters November 2012. Before SANTA was SANTA, he was North, Nicholas St. North-a daredevil...

She lives her life on the fly. His heart is double-knotted to home. Can two different souls create a life together Some Like It Scot is "a charming, comedic romance...

Since early times, humans have explored the space below their feet for different purposes: to flee persecution and war, to find protection from severe climates, to improve urban life -...

Bess, George, and I volunteered to go to Costa Rica for some R&R: rest and research. See, Corcovado Ecologica, a popular resort and preserve, isn't only a beautiful getaway; it's...

I'm always up for a good mystery, but when the big question is what I should get Dad for his birthday, I don't have a clue! And then another mystery...

Hi, I'm Nancy Drew, and I've got a case to crack. Actually make that two cases. First a gorgeous Faberge egg has been stolen. Who would have the heart to...

John Julius Norwich presents a sweeping tour of forty great cities that shaped the ancient world and its civilizations - and which in turn have shaped our own. The cities...

The Irish have always been a travelling people. In the centuries after the fall of Rome, Irish missionaries carried the word of Christianity throughout Europe, while soldiers and mariners from...

The launch of a brand-new arc in Erin Hunter's #1 bestselling Warriors series find the Clans navigating an ominous prophecy that foreshadows the destruction of the Moonpool, and the end...

On a deadly mission to kill the mythical beast that has been haunting her woods, a desperate mage finds her fate intertwined with the handsome and powerful man who saves...

A behind-the-scenes look at the miniature world of the hedgerow - with never-seen-before stories, sketches and archive content, perfect for fans young and old! Immerse yourself in the world of...

Troublemaker Noah reveals hidden depths as he teams up with goodie-two-shoes Grace to save a majestic local oak tree in this uplifting tale from bestselling author Lisa Thompson. No one...

The inside story of the race to develop Ozempic - the world's first truly effective and safe obesity drug - and its potentially revolutionary effects on public health, and our...

Cosy up with Mog at bedtime in this collection of 3 best-loved stories featuring everyone's favourite family cat Mog fills her day with adventures and unexpected mishaps, but she ends...

Based on Judith Kerr's beloved children's book THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA, join in the adventure to find everyone's favourite tiger in this charming felt flap board book! Featuring...

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. An epic and unforgettable fantasy adventure from a phenomenal new voice, QUEEN OF FACES is like nothing you've ever read before. 'A work of...

A heartwarming story split between 1966 and the Second World War where past and present collide, unlocking memories and reuniting old friends, showing that people can become family, despite the...

Million-copy bestseller David Walliams' funniest book yet - a laugh-out-loud tale of the most blundering and lovable family in history. This paperback edition includes a hilarious NEW STORY. Meet the...

'This is some of the best English prose of our time' SPECTATOR 'A feast for mind and soul' ISABELLA TREE 'A marvellous and revelatory guide to our native bird-life' DAILY...

101 inspirational lessons on how to achieve true happiness, find fulfilment and live peacefully and meaningfully every day, from Robin Sharma, leading life coach and author of the multi-million-copy bestseller...

Fold and fly the record-setting distance paper airplanes created by Japan's top designer! Japanese paper airplane designer Takuo Toda is a living legend in Japan, having won every major competition...

Ali Reynolds and High Noon Enterprises face the dangerous consequences of one man's desperate search for revenge in this unputdownable thriller from J.A. Jance, the New York Times bestselling author...

Inspired by the heart-warming bedtime routine with her own three young children, Sonia Bestulic not only honours the love between a parent and child; her book encourages the beautifully simple,...

Ivona has returned to her childhood home to care for her father. While there, she reconnects with the man she divorced over ten years ago and finds herself welcomed into...

The world is peering into the terrifying chasm of a new kind of conflict, where computers take over from missiles and global damnation comes at the click of a button....

A small-time criminal. A has-been rock star. A shadowy government agency. And a severed hand whose dark powers threaten to destroy them all. A small-time criminal. A has-been rock star....

The words ' Caesarean Section, ' are powerful. They conjure up strong emotions. For some, feelings of doubt, shame and judgement. For others a sense of safety, relief, validation and...

A fun, witty and informative guide to the football season, featuring fan-favourite football memories, published to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the BBC's beloved Match of the Day. Do you...

'A deeply thought-provoking book full of wisdom, insight and common sense, by two of our foremost strategists' James Holland, bestselling author of The War in the West FOREWORD BY SIR...

Emigrating alone from Paris to New York after World War II, a young girl Gazala befriends two spirited sisters, Anne and Alma. When Gazala's beloved brother Samir joins her in...

A must-have for parents, here is everything you need to know to help your child with their homework. Homework Help For Mums and Dads provides parents with tips, from teachers...

What if money felt less overwhelming and more like freedom? What if being wealthy was simply about having choices - to live where you want, work how you want, and...

Mitchell likes playing soccer, but he loves being a princess. On Saturdays, Mitchell plays soccer alongside his best friend, Beck. He likes to wear a tutu over his uniform but...

Fans of Kathy Reichs' Temperance Brennan novels will love forensic psychiatrist Jane Halifax. In Resurrection , Jane Halifax is back, but after suffering a terrible accident her memories have vanished...

The behind-the-scenes story of the investigation that shook America to its core-the Mueller investigation that presented all the evidence of Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election-as told by Robert...

Learn how to take life by the reins as never before by marrying the spiritual with the everyday in this international bestseller that is perfect for fans of the aspirational...

A USA TODAY BESTSELLER A "breathtaking space opera" ( Publishers Weekly , starred review) about a young tea expert who is taken as a political prisoner and recruited to spy...

A beautifully illustrated, celebratory anthology exploring sadness-and the transformative power of tears. When was the last time you cried? Was it because you were sad? Or happy? Overwhelmed, or frustrated?...

Little ones help prepare their homes for Santa's arrival in this sweet and festive board book featuring an interactive element on every page, from glitter to felt! Christmas is coming!...

A Ghost Patrol supporter turns scarily devoted in this twenty-second haunted adventure in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series! It feels nice to have an admirer. At least, that's what...

It's the nineties, baby! This adorable, iconic board book features everything from bucket hats to pagers, and plenty of nineties slang! I'm a nineties baby, just look at me! I'm...

In the second Isla of Adventure chapter book, Isla's new friend thinks she sees a mermaid! For a long time, no one knew Isla Verde's secret power: she can speak...

From the author of I Killed Zoe Spanos comes a "suspenseful and atmospheric" ( Kirkus Reviews ) YA thriller in the vein of The White Lotus and Karen M. McManus's...