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An electrifying short story collection from 'one of America's most important novelists' ( New York Times ); the twice Orange Prize-shortlisted author of the bestselling The History of Love A...

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If one vampire bit one person and they turned into a vampire, how long would it take before the whole world filled up with vampires? How much snot do you...

One warm July night, when thoughts of Ireland are far from James Dwyer's mind, a homeless man with a sunburnt face, who smells like dry wood, comes to the screen...

The year is 2059. Nineteen-year-old Paige Mahoney is working in the criminal underworld of Scion London, based at Seven Dials, employed by a man named Jaxon Hall. Her job: to...

With Red & White , Oz Clarke has reinvented wine writing. This is a book to read for pleasure, rather than merely refer to. Combining fast-paced witty memoir with passionately...

ON EVERY TIDE is a wide-ranging and challenging reassessment of the Irish diaspora. Drawing on the latest ground-breaking research, and his own career-long engagement with the complexities of Irish identity,...

Kit doesn't know who his mother is. What he does know, however, is that his father, Guy, is dying of cancer. Feeling his death is imminent, Guy gathers around him...

Gerald Scarfe, Britain's most controversial satirical artist, is famous for having worked with a broad and eclectic mix of British and American icons, including Pink Floyd and Disney. But he...

Helping animals, having fun! The best-selling ANIMAL ARK series has been reimagined for a new generation of children. Perfect for animal lovers and fans of Holly Webb and MAGIC ANIMAL...

Hans Christian Andersen's classic story of The Snow Queen has enchanted children for over 150 years. Join Gerda on her journey to rescue her best friend Kai from the Snow...

Utterly Me , the very first Clarice Bean novel by Lauren Child, is ten years old. To celebrate, Orchard Books have created this beautifully-produced gift edition with a slipcase. The...

Eileen Ramsay was at the centre of a unique period in yachting history, and this wonderful book, featuring her classic photography, celebrates an extraordinary woman and her extraordinary subjects. Eileen's...

Benji is the new toy in the house and wants someone to play with. Luckily for him, the toy box is full of magical friends! Join Benji, Dottie, Max Rosie...

Ava, CJ, Jordan, and Martha have been friends since kindergarten. Now they're in their senior year, facing their biggest fears about growing up and growing apart. But there's more than...

Horrible Histories: Pirates reveals the terrible truth behind the lousy pirate legends and lies-so forget the brave heroes swinging from masts and the handsome young men sailing the seven seas-for...

When Errin's village is evacuated as part of the war against the Sleepingnbsp; Prince, Errin is left desperate and homeless. The only person she can turn to is the mysterious...

12-year-old Mary's beloved grandmother is near the end of her life. Letting go is hard - until Granny's long-dead mammy appears. Her ghost has returned to help her dying daughter...

A historical time-slip adventure for middle grade readers, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Apache and Buffalo Soldier . Alfie Wright? Alfie Wrong , more like. Alfie has never really...

"A rip-roaring, soul-stirring adventure... Utterly enchanting!" Katharine Orton, author of Nevertell "Ghosts, pirates and the quiet power of friendship and kindness." Sarah Baker, author of Through the Mirror Door A...

"There is," said the marzipan pig, "such sweetness in me!" From the inimitable team of Russell Hoban and Quentin Blake, the pair behind Captain Najork and The Twenty Elephant Restaurant...

Once stung, twice as deadly. Alex Rider wants revenge. Still reeling from the terrible discovery he has made about his father, teenage MI6 superspy, Alex Rider, is determined to find...

Alex Rider is back - and this time there are no limits. Alex Rider is in hospital and determined to put his spying days behind him. But he is forced...

Terrific teenage gothic novel -- vampires and werewolves abound! Orphaned and in her uncle s care, fiercely independent Quincie may be the most over-achieving high-school student around, but even she...

An inspirational illustrated novel for younger readers from the 2002 Guardian Children's Fiction Prize-winning author of Thursday's Child . One morning in the woods of France, a blinded soldier is...

This is a witty, supportive and positive guide for children learning how to use the toilet.

This series looks at different body coverings, from the shells on snails to the fur on monkeys and the scales on reptiles. Discover how body coverings vary and the different...

A Giant Robot is joining the New Popular Penguin Picks Dr Rose Franklyn discovered the giant metal hand by accident. Now she must find out where it came from, who...

The Rough Guide to Bali & Lombok is the perfect companion for exploring the cultural and natural richness of these beautiful places, with clear maps and up-to-date coverage of the...

Get snap happy with this comprehensive and inspirational guide to digital photography. Features detailed coverage of the best cameras and equipment, as well as jargon-free text to demystify the technical...

Forty-two days ago I was an ordinary kid, living an uneventful life. But now it's TOTAL MONSTER ZOMBIE CHAOS and I'm battling beasts on a daily basis. Crazy, right? But...

'I am a princess. All girls are.' Can you still be a princess when you're lonely, cold and hungry? Left penniless after the death of her father, schoolgirl heiress Sara...

Kensuke's Kingdom is a true children's classic by Michael Morpurgo, the creator of War Horse. I heard the wind above me in the sails. I remember thinking, this is silly,...

"Blueprints Clinical Cases in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Second Edition" offers third-and fourth-year medical students valuable preparation for clerkships and the USMLE Steps 2 and 3. The book features 60 clinical...

Everything you need to know to begin running for pleasure, for health - for life! From the first steps you take (and the shoes you take them in) to building...

Ages 10 and up Jules Verne-and his one-of-a-kind hero, Phileas Fogg-take children on an action-packed, whirlwind race around the world. For as long as anyone can remember, Fogg's daily ritual...

Look beyond the back door and discover the outdoor spaces that are waiting to be shaped into natural, relaxing extensions of the home. With gorgeous photographs throughout--many of them full-page--this...

The home baker will find it easier than ever to create perfect masterpieces with Avner Laskins simple, foolproof recipes for creating a rich assortment of treats. As a professional pastry...

In the next twelve months, scandals, quarrels and love affairs abound--with the jug at the center of it all. Beautiful Gay Penhallow's handsome fiance Noel Gibson leaves her for sly...

And now there was more than ever to do, what with planning for the Christmas family reunion, entertaining a countess, playing matchmaker, and preparing for the arrival of the new...

But things do change at Silver Bush--from her first day at school to the arrival of her new own first romance. Through it all, Pat shares her experiences with her...

"I love Emily."-Madeleine L'Engle Will Emily's Dreams Ever Come True? High school is over and Emily Starr is ready to find her destiny...but she's not quite ready to leave the...

"I love Emily."-Madeleine L'Engle Featuring one of L.M. Montgomery's most beloved characters, Emily Starr moves to New Moon Farm after the death of father, lost. But as she gets to...

"Hear It, Read It" classics not only include a famous tale and engaging black and white illustrations, but also the story, read by a prestigious stage or screen actor on...

Balance your chakras to improve your life, with the powerful 'moving meditation' of Chakradance. If you like the idea of yoga, but not the challenging poses, Chakradance is for you....