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'Extraordinary . . . Evocative, poetic and deeply beautiful . . . This riff on longing, Sexual awakening and the impact of the past will strike an exquisite chord with...

In the year 406 Rome was on the defensive everywhere and a single Roman legion stood desperate guard on the Empire's Rhine frontier. Maximus, the legion's commander, is urged to...

Jim Brennan is flying high. Against all odds, he is a big man at the university, tipped for the head job and an office at the top of the ivory...

China today is both a land of opportunity for Africans blocked from commerce with most of Europe and Northern America, and an intersection of racism and prejudice. Noo Saro-Wiwa goes...

An intensely transformational story of how grief became gratitude in the presence of a humble herd of cows. 'An unexpected sanctuary from grief... a tonic for the soul' Mary Costello...

Economics. Sometimes called the "dismal science", it's a discipline and topic that's often seen as dull; mysterious at best. And yet it's crucial to understanding the world we live in...

Barnes & Noble's April Book Club Pick An Amazon Top 10 Editors' Pick A Most Anticipated Book of 2024 from Literary Hub Set in a not-too-distant America, I Cheerfully Refuse...

In 2015, increasing numbers of refugees and migrants, most of them fleeing war-torn homelands, arrived by boat on the shores of Greece, setting off the greatest human displacement in Europe...

A blank page can often be daunting for a new artist. This book builds the fundamentals of the manga face across each chapter, with step-by-step visual tutorials, accompanied by tailored...

Learn to paint 50 vibrant watercolour animals in seven simple stages, with award-winning artist Marina Bakasova. Paint 50 Watercolour Animals is the first title in a new beginner-friendly 'how-to-paint' series....

Written and illustrated by manga artist Keith Sparrow, this comprehensive, inspiring guide starts with an introduction to manga basics, showing you how to create the ideal workspace and how to...

Discover 100 wonderful and majestic creatures to draw! Whether you have your favourites already, or are looking for inspiration from a range of diverse habitats including rainforests, mountains, polar regions...

Learn how to make beautiful, bespoke candles for you and your home in this easy-to-follow guide. Sarah Ditchfield, founder of Candle by Events, shares her secrets for crafting 20 of...

'Hauntingly creepy' - ERIN KELLY 'A unique jewel of a book' - LIZZY BARBER 'A heartfelt and chilling gothic tragedy' - CHRIS WHITAKER People come to visit my home and...

The Girl from Andros was the first play of the brilliant but short-lived Roman comic playwright Terence and shows him as already a master dramatist. It is based on two...

'The exquisite story of two women trying to make a life together in wartime Austria, and all the love, friendship and danger that implies.' - Sophie Ward All of You...

Shortlisted for The Man Booker International Prize 2018 A Hungarian interpreter obsessed with waterfalls, at the edge of the abyss in his own mind, wanders the chaotic streets of Shanghai....

Part biography, part forensic jigsaw puzzle, part cold-case detective investigation, The Eagle in the Mirror is the story of Charles Howard 'Dick' Ellis. The longest-serving spy for the British Secret...

When you think of London, what do you see? The Houses of Parliament? The bustle around Piccadilly Circus? Elegant Victorian streets and squares? The Tate Modern? Or even Camden Market?...

IF YOU FLEE FATE... When Detective Sime Mackenzie is sent from Montreal to investigate a murder on the remote Entry Island, 850 miles from the Canadian mainland, he leaves behind...

Life's Greatest Secret is the story of the discovery and cracking of the genetic code. This great scientific breakthrough has had far-reaching consequences for how we understand ourselves and our...

From the man behind the bestselling Mammoth Book of Jokes , an all-new, enormous collection of fantastic jokes - indexed and categorised to help find the right joke for the...

It is well-known that having a baby can be a time of joy but also one of anxiety and even depression for new mothers. Indeed it is very common for...

Good Vibes is a celebration of food that makes you feel good. With veg-forward ingredients and knockout flavours, these are recipes to take your cooking to the next level. From...

Farmer Kane Brisco's tools for the physical and mental strains of life on the land. 'Kane's journey of wisdom is both relatable and of high value' - DOUG AVERY, The...

A modern approach to relationships This book is a transformative, do-it-yourself guide for anyone who wants to do better in love. It is not about working together with your partner...

Showcasing 50 recipes that can be made at home and then brought with you, or cooked on the barbecue or campfire at your destination, Good Food Outdoors is your go-to...

A New York Times Bestseller From the New York Times bestselling author of Better Than the Movies , this "entertaining" ( Publishers Weekly ) rom-com in the vein of She's...

Nature puts on a dance recital in this beautiful nonfiction picture book from Caldecott Honor author-illustrator Robin Page, exploring how and why different animals move their bodies. Cranes pirouette, scorpions...

The Chinese artist Liu Ye's meticulous, colorful canvases convey his love of literature in the first publication dedicated to his paintings of books. The Beijing-based artist Liu Ye is known...

Everyone can make softies with this simple three-step method. Sew any of seven animals, including a bear, elephant, or mouse! Customize with accessories to bring out their unique personalities.

Quilts of Praise offers devotional 3D basic blocks showcasing crosses and churches. With 7 projects you can create quilts, wall hangings, altar cloths, and stoles perfect for special occasions or...

Beginners rejoice - getting started with wool applique has never been easier! This project-based introductory guide will teach you everything you need to know to explore this enjoyable and hands-on...

A new detailed account of the battle of Poitiers in 1356 which saw one of the most sensational episodes of the Hundred Years War: the capture of the French King...

Learn how to use kraft*tex (TM) Kraft Paper Fabric from the best. Today's top designers-including Jen Carlton Bailly, Carrie Bloomston (SUCH Designs), Rachel Gander (Imagine Gnats), Michelle Jensen (Mixi Heart),...

Eleven sweet designs are made using light and worsted-weight yarn. Choose from mile-a-minute, pineapples, granny square and more. Perfect for a newborn baby! Skill level: Easy to intermediate

In this thoughtful and timely consideration of the nature of American power and empire, Anthony Bogues argues that America's self-presentation as the bastion of liberty is an attempt to force...

From healing crystals and meditation to aromatherapy and numerology, this fun and fresh beginner's guide to everything body-mind-spirit defines New Age practices for anyone embarking on a spiritual journey. What...

After the death of his mother, grief-stricken Tyson Motsenbocker retraces the forgotten footsteps of 18th century priest Father Junipero Serra along his road between the California missions. Where the Waves...

In communities across our country, Americans are debating Critical Race Theory, vaccine mandates, tax increases, rising inflation, online censorship, and a host of other important issues. We have serious decisions...

Discover a groundbreaking vision for how to unlock America's full potential for greatness from one of the country's foremost conservative leaders: David McCormick, the former CEO of Bridgewater Associates. It's...

Cut-paper wizard Nikki McClure is a brilliant steward for the words of a pioneering environmentalist in this wondrous ode to clouds-and the scientific "language of the sky." Rachel Carson once...

The Wonderful Things You Will Be meets The Remember Balloons in this lyrical and gentle picture book about the joy and importance of making memories and cherishing life's most special...

For fans of Serpent & Dove and A House of Salt and Sorrows comes a "transportive and beautiful" (Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights )...

Deluxe edition with special embellishments on first printing only! The lush and pulse-pounding sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Witch Haven "sparkles with magic" ( Kirkus Reviews )...

A groundbreaking picture book which explains Autism Spectrum Disorder in a simple, gentle and positive way to very young children. Meet Isaac. He's a superhero! He might look like everyone...

LONGLISTED FOR THE INAUGURAL CLIMATE FICTION PRIZE 'Rare is the book that enlightens as much as it entertains. Beautifully imagined and full of characters to love' EMMA STONEX, author of...

'What a wonderful, honest, refreshing book, full of free-spirited adventure, humour and profound thoughts to provide inspiration to anyone who simply dreams of getting out and doing their own thing'...