Reference

A thorough analysis of fiction and its craft is presented in this book. Jerome Stern explores what makes fiction work and how to avoid common pitfalls. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced writer, this guide covers essential principles such as...

The Oxford English Dictionary: A Monumental Achievement in Language History In 1928, British prime minister Stanley Baldwin hailed The Oxford English Dictionary as "the greatest enterprise of its kind in history". Spanning nearly two million quotations...

Discover your Scottish heritage with Boyd: The Origins of the Clan Boyd and Their Place in History. This informative guide provides an in-depth look at the history of the Clan Boyd, helping you understand their significance in European history.Written by...

Yas Queen: Uplifting Quotes and Statements to Empower and InspireThis empowering book is packed with fierce quotes, sassy statements, and motivational messages to help you own your confidence and strut through life with self-assurance. With its bold and...

The Little Oxford Dictionary of Quotations by Susan Ratcliffe is a comprehensive reference that brings together over 4,000 of the most inspiring and thought-provoking quotes from a wide range of topics. From literature to law, music to movies, this...

Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes is a high-yield review for medical students preparing for the shelf and USMLE Step 2 CK exams. This concise guide reinforces key surgery information in an easy-to-read format, accompanied by 180 practice questions to help you...

A comprehensive dictionary for young learners, Merriam-Webster's Elementary Dictionary is an essential resource for building vocabulary and understanding the world around them. With over 37,000 words and phrases, including new additions in various...

David Icke's latest book offers a detailed analysis of the current global situation. Published in 2021, it provides a comprehensive overview of the author's predictions and warnings over the past three decades. This book aims to bring readers up to speed...

This book celebrates the Italian lifestyle, offering an education in enjoying life's simple pleasures. It explores the art of drinking to savour the moment, travelling indulgently and cherishing food and culture.A journey into the heart of Italy, this...

The Manorial Records guide provides a comprehensive and structured approach to using medieval manorial records for local historians and genealogists. With over 30 years' experience in teaching Latin for local history, the author has compiled a valuable...

Understand the complexities of Turkish culture and navigate its intricate social dynamics with confidence. This guide provides a unique insight into the country's rich history, contemporary values, and customs, helping you to better understand your hosts...

Writing with Power: Techniques for Mastering the Writing Process by Peter Elbow is a practical guide to improving your writing skills. This comprehensive handbook provides recipes for various aspects of the writing process, including getting words down...

The Oxford Companion to the English Language provides an authoritative single-volume source of information about the English language. This comprehensive reference covers topics from its historical development to its modern-day usage, including its...

Write No Matter What offers practical advice for academics struggling to find time and motivation to write. Joli Jensen argues that universities are not supportive environments, but rather arenas that can hinder scholarly writing. She provides tools and...

The N.W.O.B.H.M. Encyclopedia is a comprehensive guide to the New Wave of Heavy Metal phenomenon, covering its origins and significance in English-language form for the first time. This detailed account features over 500 stories of eventful events,...

The New Oxford Spelling Dictionary provides authoritative guidance on spelling and word division for over 110,000 words. Prepared in consultation with professional editors and proofreaders, it is an essential reference for anyone working with the written...

The Groom's Instruction Manual: A Practical Guide for the Modern Groom. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to the groom's responsibilities. From hiring entertainment and planning the rehearsal dinner to buying wedding bands...

Discover the fascinating answers to life's curious questions in this entertaining trivia book. With over 150 intriguing responses from bestselling author Andrew Thompson, you'll find answers to surprising queries such as: does a goldfish's memory really...

This beautifully-designed little gift book is perfect for anyone reaching their 50th birthday. It offers timely advice and celebratory quotations to help you shrug off the milestone with style.Packed with witty sayings to inspire you to blow out the...

UFO Reports Declassified - Ministry of Defence Vol 1 is a unique collection of official UFO-related documents released by the UK government. This book brings together a wide range of previously unseen material, including accounts of strange lights in the...

The grey squirrel has become an unwelcome presence in British woodlands. Its impact is undeniable, with estimated £10 million of damage to forestry and a significant contribution to the decline of native red squirrels. In response, Her Majesty's...

A Dictionary of Finance and Banking by Jonathan Law This comprehensive dictionary covers all aspects of personal and international finance, including money markets, private investments and borrowing, central banking, foreign exchanges, monetary policy,...

Discover the truth behind the world's most mysterious cover-ups and unexplained events. 100 Things They Don't Want You to Know delves into the darkest corners of history, revealing secrets that have been shrouded in secrecy for generations. From...

Jacques Barzun's guide to improving one's writing style offers practical advice on diction, syntax, tone, and composition. With exercises, model passages, and examples of effective and ineffective usage, this book helps readers develop their unique voice...

Transform Your Space, Transform Your Life Professional Organiser Sarah Reynolds shares her secrets for finding hidden home organisation skills and transforming clutter into a stress-free living space. This practical guide will help you tackle the...

A comprehensive and up-to-date English dictionary for everyday use. This pocket-sized reference guide provides 85,000 words, meanings, and phrases, ensuring you have access to the latest language information at your fingertips. With its unique Collins...

Get your book launched with confidence using this straightforward marketing system. Launch to Market Easy Marketing For Authors provides a simple plan to track and execute your book launch, complete with exercises to prepare you for success.Based on the...

Writing Your Family History: A Guide for Family Historians by Gill Blanchard provides practical guidance for anyone looking to bring their ancestors' stories to life. This step-by-step guide tackles common challenges faced by family historians, such as...

A concise look back at 1977's major news stories. This 44-page booklet covers a range of topics, from pop and politics to technology and crime, offering a brief insight into the year that was. It includes accounts of significant events such as the...

Tracing History Through Title Deeds: A Guide for Family and Local Historians Nat Alcock's handbook offers a unique insight into property title deeds, revealing their significance as a source of historical evidence. This concise guide demystifies the...

The Robertsons: A Saga of Scottish History This book tells the story of the Clan Robertson, from the mysterious days of the Dark Ages to their struggles for survival and expansion in Scotland. The clan's support for Robert the Bruce during his wars...

The English language is full of everyday expressions that are both familiar and fascinating. What do they really mean, and where did they come from? Albert Jack's book Red Herrings and White Elephants explores the history behind these phrases, revealing...

Write to Market: Deliver a Book that Sells by Chris FoxThis practical guide helps you write a book that readers will eagerly devour. Before you start writing, learn how to give your readers what they want, and discover the process begins with analyzing...

Plan your perfect wedding with confidence. Wedding Planning For Dummies offers expert guidance to help you navigate the often-daunting world of wedding planning. From budgeting and legalities, to choosing your dress and photographer, this comprehensive...

Writing Fantasy & Science Fiction: A Comprehensive Guide to Creating Out-of-this-World Novels and Short StoriesThis all-in-one guide brings together expert advice from master authors Orson Scott Card, Philip Athans, and Jay Lake. Combining two Writer's...

The Children's Writer's Word Book provides a comprehensive resource for determining the right vocabulary and language for your audience. With its intuitive organization, you'll easily find suitable words for children at various ages, as well as...

Here Comes the Sun: A Collection of Uplifting Quotes to Brighten Your Day. This cheerful collection of wise words and uplifting quotes is a powerful dose of positivity, helping you look on the bright side and embracing the wonders of a new day. With 160...

The Essential Guide to Amharic provides comprehensive coverage of the national language of Ethiopia. This detailed reference includes phonetic spellings and translations in both the Amharic alphabet, as well as a vocabulary section organized by topic...

This pocket-sized guide to identifying and interpreting metal and ceramic marks is packed with thousands of clear illustrations. It shows hallmarks on various materials, including silver, gold, platinum, Old Sheffield Plate, pewter, pottery, and...

Born in 1933 by Kerry Butters is a nostalgic reference book from that year, featuring news, famous births and deaths. A unique gift for birthdays or a way to learn about the past.Look out for other years in the series, including your own birth year, or...

Angus Watson's Essential Gaelic-English and English-Gaelic dictionary provides comprehensive coverage of the Gaelic language, making it an ideal resource for learners at all levels. With its extensive vocabulary from various fields, including business...

Write Short Stories - and Get Them Published by Zoe Fairbairns Discover your creative potential with this expert guide to writing short stories. Written by one of the UK's leading authorities on the genre, this book provides practical advice and...

The Bargain Hunter: Easy Hacks and Tips to Save Money Every DayTake control of your finances with practical advice from finance expert Kara Gammell. This comprehensive guide covers a wide range of topics, from reducing food waste to beating retailers at...

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Maxims and Reflections is a collection of his passing thoughts on art, ethics, literature, and natural science. Written over several decades, these 1,400 maxims reveal the author's immediate reactions to books, chance...

You Can't Make This Stuff Up: A Practical Guide to Writing Creative Nonfiction Writing true stories well is hard work, but with the right guidance, it can be achieved. Lee Gutkind, an expert in creative nonfiction, offers his unvarnished wisdom to help...

Thinking Like Your Editor: How to Write Great Serious Nonfiction and Get It Published by Susan Rabiner and Alfred Fortunato. For serious nonfiction authors seeking big commercial success, this book offers distilled wisdom from two publishing pros. With...

The Penguin Dictionary of Science provides comprehensive coverage of key scientific topics, including chemistry, physics, biology, and more. With over 7,000 definitions, this dictionary is an ideal reference tool for anyone looking to understand complex...

The world of gin has exploded in recent years, with new brands and distilleries emerging all the time. To navigate this vast array of options, you need a trusted guide. Ian Buxton's latest book is just that - an authoritative guide to 101 Gins, covering...

This guide provides essential strategies for conducting a job search. Written by someone with personal experience and expertise in workforce development, it offers practical advice for both general and corporate professionals.The author understands the...

The Paris Mapguide: Your Essential Guide to La Vie Parisienne. This compact and portable guide is packed with everything you need to know to enjoy your time in Paris. Its colorful, informative maps are easy to read and convenient to handle, making it the...

A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care by John Harris and Vicky White provides comprehensive coverage of key terms in social work and social care. This fully revised edition includes over 1,800 A-Z definitions, focusing on social work theories,...

Beware...this book is cursed! J. W. Ocker's fascinating collection of strange but true stories about infamous items will appeal to anyone who loves a good spine-tingling tale. These eerie oddities have inspired countless horror movies, reality TV shows,...

This comprehensive guide paints a revealing picture of America and its people for those seeking to understand the country's culture and ways. Written by Lance Johnson, it offers valuable insights into the complexities of American society, making it an...

This dictionary brings together many of the technical and special terms used by René Descartes in his writings, along with their definitions as described by him. In addition to these entries, some words have been included simply because Descartes had...

I'd Like to Complain. Getting More Than 'sorry' When Things Go WrongWhen things go wrong with a company, it's frustrating and can feel like a personal failure. However, companies do make mistakes, and there are ways to effectively complain and get a...

Aphra Behn: A Life of Secret and Subversion Janet Todd's groundbreaking biography uncovers the extraordinary life of Aphra Behn, seventeenth-century dramatist, poet, novelist, and spy. This revised biography sheds light on Behn's frank sexuality, her...

The Doric Dictionary provides a unique insight into the language and dialects of the North-east of Scotland. Drawing from the works of notable writers from the region, this two-way lexicon explains words and phrases such as meggie-monyfeet and...

Writing Creative Nonfiction presents over thirty essays that explore every key element of this exciting literary form. You'll learn from top writers about researching ideas, structuring stories, and crafting compelling narratives. Contributors share...

Life With Bipolar Type Two: A Guide to Stability is a comprehensive and accessible guide to managing bipolar disorder. Written by Eleanor Mary Worsley, who has personal experience with the condition, this book offers a unique perspective on living with...

This colourful dictionary features over 2,000 words and phrases, each accompanied by amusing pictures of everyday scenes. Organised thematically, it covers topics such as shopping, work, travel, and more.For added learning support, every word is read...

Madresfield One House, One Family, One Thousand Years is an extraordinary story of one family's enduring legacy. For over 1,000 years, the Lygon family has lived and breathed in their beloved home, Madresfield Court, in Worcestershire. This remarkable...

Discover the Secrets of Your Ancestors with DNA Research and Genealogy. This book explains the amazing relationship between DNA and inheritance, as well as the essentials of genealogy. You'll learn how DNA science can help predict certain health ailments...

A thoughtful gift for any retirement celebration, this hardback guest book offers 70 lined pages for guests to share their well wishes and memories. Its compact size at 8.5 x 8.5 inches makes it an ideal addition to any party. With its matt finish and...

The Ridiculously Comprehensive Dictionary of British Slang Includes Cockney Rhyming Slang by Ian Hall is a detailed reference guide to English slang. With over 200 pages of definitions, this book covers various forms of slang from across the UK,...

The Penguin Dictionary of Proverbs is a comprehensive collection of wise sayings and expressions from around the world. With over 2,000 entries, this newly revised and extended edition features a wide range of proverbs that offer insight into human...

Boost your writing speed and quality with practical advice from a commercial author who's made it work for herself. Rachel Aaron shares her highly successful process for doubling daily word counts, as well as updated information on plotting, editing and...

La verdad de la leyenda is a novel in Spanish language designed for intermediate learners (B1 level). This book is part of the IMPROVE SPANISH READING series, which uses natural daily dialogues and expressions to help you improve your reading skills.The...

Discover the power of mindfulness with this charming guide to living in the moment. Find peace every day and feel more connected to the world through simple tips and calming quotes.Learn how to pause, breathe, and appreciate the magical moments of...

A practical and versatile guest book for welcoming guests to your establishment. This hardcover visitor's book features a layout designed to help you gather testimonials from your visitors, with space for comments and contact details. The 96-page book...

A comprehensive overview of world history from prehistoric times to 2000 is presented in this engaging encyclopedia. The book covers key events and everyday life in times past, including dinosaurs, ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece, Medieval...

Explore the Wonders of Space Discover how our universe began and learn about the stars that light up our sky. This book takes you on a journey through time, showing you how the first suns and planets were formed and how our own solar system came to be...

The Collins School Thesaurus is an essential tool for students of English. Developed with teachers to support the National Curriculum requirements, this thesaurus features a clear and easy-to-use layout, with alphabetical indicators on each page, making...

Elon Musk: 199 Best Quotes from the Great Entrepreneur. This collection presents a selection of the most insightful and thought-provoking quotes from one of the world's greatest entrepreneurs, covering topics such as his personal life, education, and...

A collection of fascinating anecdotes about the tiny events that had significant consequences in history. Napoleon's Hemorrhoids And Other Small Events That Changed History reveals how our most famous incidents and best-loved works of art were shaped by...

Orson Scott Card's guide to creating compelling characters is a practical toolkit for writers. By using literary techniques such as character development and viewpoint manipulation, you can bring your fictional people to life.This book provides in-depth...

A vast collection of fascinating facts and trivia awaits in this comprehensive guide to top ten lists. From urban legends to gruesome fairytale origins, and from poisonous foods to bizarre animal mating rituals, this book covers an incredible range of...

The Wilsons: A Scottish Legacy The surname Wilson has played a significant role in Scotland's history, with its bearers connected to two proud clans. This little book explores the often momentous lives and times of those who bore the name, revealing...

The Best of Martha Stewart Living Weddings is a comprehensive guide to creating an unforgettable wedding day. With over 3,000 ideas and inspiration for every element of the celebration, this beautifully designed volume is the ultimate resource for...

The Armstrongs by Grace Franklin Discover your Scottish heritage with this comprehensive guide. Written for those researching their clan history, this book provides a wealth of information to help you understand your roots. Covering the essential facts...

A fully updated world map from Collins, featuring the latest political changes. This laminated wall map includes detailed information such as capital cities, major roads, railways, and cities and towns, as well as national flags and key statistics for...

This book is packed full of simple and scrumptious cake recipes for all to enjoy. From vanilla cupcakes to whoopie pies, mini cheesecakes and chocolate layer cake are just a few of the delicious treats you can make with ease.With tips on decorating and...

A detailed guide to creating a simple architectural model is presented in this book. By walking through the construction process, it showcases common tools and techniques used by professional modelmakers. This introduction provides a solid foundation for...

The Horror Writers Association has gathered 58 top horror writers to share their expertise in On Writing Horror. This comprehensive guide covers everything from crafting visceral violence and avoiding predictable clichés, to using character and setting...

The Magic Words by Cheryl Klein is an in-depth guide for writers of children's and young adult fiction. It offers practical advice on developing a compelling premise, crafting engaging characters, and constructing a well-structured plot.Through its...

Learn how to store food for long-term survival and create a plan to keep your family safe in case of an apocalypse. This week-by-week guide covers essential techniques for canning and preserving food, helping you build a secure pantry for the future.A...

The Official Scrabble Players Dictionary by Merriam-Webster is a comprehensive reference for word validation in the popular board game. This updated edition features over 500 new playable words, including variants and inflected forms, as well as thorough...

Flat Earth FAQ offers a concise and comprehensive guide to frequently asked questions about the flat Earth theory. Written by Eric Dubay, President of the International Flat Earth Research Society, this reference guide is accompanied by detailed...

Structure is the hidden foundation of all successful stories. This guide from K.M. Weiland helps you understand the universal underpinnings that guarantee powerful plot and character arcs in your novel. By learning how to structure your story, you'll...

Doing Your Research Project: A Guide for First-time Researchers is an authoritative guide to conducting an outstanding research project. Written in a student-friendly style, this book provides practical advice and guidance through each stage of the...

Tracing Your House History: A Guide for Family Historians by Gill Blanchard provides a practical and accessible introduction to researching your home's history. Whether you live in a historic mansion or a modern residence, this book offers a concise...

Chorlton-On-Medlock 1848 is a detailed map of Manchester's Chorlton area from the mid-19th century. Originally published in 1848, this facsimile edition offers a unique glimpse into the history and development of the region. The map provides valuable...

Transform your living spaces with what you already own and love. Style: The Art of Creating a Beautiful Home is a practical guide to styling your home, demystifying the creative process so you can create a beautiful space with confidence.This book...

Pocket RBG Wisdom: Supreme Quotes and Inspired Musings from Ruth Bader GinsburgA collection of empowering quotes from one of America's most influential legal figures, this book distills the wisdom and inspiration of Ruth Bader Ginsburg into 96 pages.With...

A comprehensive Welsh dictionary for everyday language use. This fourth edition of Collins Gem Welsh Dictionary offers excellent coverage of modern Welsh and its usage, with hundreds of new words added to ensure up-to-date information. The clear layout...

The M*A*S*H Trivia Quiz Book Test your knowledge of one of television's most iconic series with this comprehensive trivia quiz book. Spanning all eleven seasons, including the classic finale "Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen", the questions in this book will...

A comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus in one convenient volume. This pocket edition provides easy access to over 700,000 words, definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and usage notes, making it an indispensable resource for everyday use. With clear...

Tracing Your Scottish Family History on the Internet provides expert guidance for family historians seeking to uncover their Caledonian roots. Chris Paton explores Scotland's rich historical records, including those available online and beyond, such as...

The Big Left Handed Guitar Chord Book is a comprehensive guide to playing left-handed guitar. Its unique horizontal grid system optimizes learning and allows chord patterns to be absorbed more efficiently. With over 500 chords in a compact A5 format,...

World War I Illustrated Atlas by Professor Michael S Neiberg is a comprehensive visual guide to one of history's most complex conflicts. This atlas plots the exact course of the land, sea and air campaigns in fine detail, covering every theatre of war...

Discover your family's past with this comprehensive guide to researching your ancestry. First published twenty years ago, Track Down Your Ancestors has helped thousands of readers take their first steps into their family history.The 2010 edition has been...