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Jo Malone's story is a gripping and heartrending tale of perseverance and determination. From humble beginnings as a teenager struggling with dyslexia, to becoming a global brand name and one of the...

Britain's Birds A Treasury of Facts, Fiction and Folklore by Jo Woolf is a charming guide to the natural world, packed with fascinating facts and stories about Britain's birds. From the origins of...

Jo Jo Makoons: the Used-To-Be Best Friend is a heartwarming story about a spirited young girl who loves being herself. With pride, joy and plenty of humor, Dawn Quigley celebrates a spunky...

Jo-Jo Goes to School is a heartwarming story about a young boy who was born with a limb difference and his journey as he enters school for the first time.This inspiring tale takes readers on Jo-Jo's...

Star of Fear, Star of Hope is a poignant and sensitive portrayal of the Holocaust, set in France during World War II. The story follows a young girl's struggles to understand the persecution of her...

The Victorian Modern A Design Bible for the Victorian Home by Jo Leevers is a comprehensive guide to understanding and adapting 19th-century design in contemporary homes. This book explores how to...

A new arrival has brought unexpected joy into the life of midwife Jess. When a newborn baby is left on her doorstep, Jess is determined to care for the child until their mother is found. As she...

Jo Jo Makoons: Rule School is the fourth book in a popular chapter book series. In this installment, the rules for the talent show have changed to invite the whole tribe to perform, but the classroom...

Jo Jo Makoons: the Used-To-Be Best Friend is a heartwarming story about a spirited young girl who loves herself and her place in the world. Seven-year-old Azure is an Ojibwe girl with a unique...

In the latest instalment of the Cornish Midwife series, Jo Bartlett weaves a heart-wrenching tale of love, loss, and the power of human connection. Midwife Izzy is faced with the devastating news...

Billie Jo is a gripping psychological thriller about a family torn apart by secrets and lies. Terry, a complex and troubled man, is on the verge of a downfall, while his wife Michelle is desperate to...

Jo-Jo the Kind Sloth is a heartwarming story about the importance of self-compassion. By learning to be kind to themselves, children can develop essential life skills that will benefit them for years...

Jo March's life has taken an unexpected turn with her novel becoming a surprise hit. Now, she finds herself under pressure to write another story, and turns to New York for inspiration. There, she...

A Winter's Wish For The Cornish Midwife by Jo Bartlett is a heartwarming story of love, secrets, and second chances. As winter sets in, midwife Toni Samuels' life is filled with darkness, but also...

Average twelve-year-old August navigates the challenges of family life and early adolescence. When his parents' marriage ends, he moves to a new town and struggles to form friendships. A shocking act...

A fast-paced tale of murder, greed, sex, economic cyber-terrorism, race and urban decay, August Snow is a gripping story that explores the darker side of Detroit. The city's complex web of corruption...

Riley Jo is a teenager with a clear vision for her future. Born and raised in Arkansas, she's determined to make it as an indie rock musician. When her parents surprise her by supporting her...

August's Eyes by Glenn Rolfe is a chilling tale that explores the darker side of human nature. When dreams begin to bleed into reality, a social worker must confront the mistakes of his past and...

Agastya Sen, known to friends by the English name August, is a child of the Indian elite. He has just landed a prize government job that takes him to Madna, a town with extreme temperatures in...

Jo-jutsu is a rare and intriguing title by José Santos Nalda Albiac. First published in 2018, this paperback edition features 148 pages and is bound in paperback.This book falls under the subjects of...

Jo Cox's life was one of unwavering dedication to others, leaving an indelible mark on those around her.This poignant portrait of Jo Cox, as daughter, mother, wife, sister, MP and campaigner, reveals...

August Weismann Development, Heredity, and Evolution by Frederick B. Churchill This biography offers a comprehensive examination of August Weismann's life and work, situating him within the...

Detective Jo Fournier is faced with a series of gruesome and ritualistic murders that leave her questioning the killer's motives. When Jeanine Hammond, a loving wife, is found dead in Massachusetts,...

Jo Malone's story is one of courage and determination. From her early days in Kent to building a global fragrance brand, she shares her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity and achieving success...

Indulge in the serene world of August Reverie, a stunning adult coloring book featuring 24 hand-drawn fantasy art illustrations. Delicate floral designs and intricate line work come together to...

Death lurks in every click when a series of murders rocks a small Colorado town. In M. E. Browning's Shadow Ridge A Jo Wyatt Mystery, Detective Jo Wyatt is drawn into a complex case that begins with...

Jo and Jim find themselves in a world that's gone strangely wrong. Their garden has changed, and everything feels frightening and out of place. With no clear way back home, they're left to navigate...

Ana Magdalena Bach sits alone, overlooking the still and blue lagoon, surveying the men of the hotel bar. She is happily married, yet every August, she travels to the island where her mother is...

Crimson Fall is the first book in the exciting new series: Ronny & Jo Mysteries. When a 26-year-old goes missing, tech multimillionaire couple Ronny and Jo are drawn into a complex investigation that...

Jo March's journey to self-discovery begins with a new passion for writing and a fresh start at school. As she navigates the challenges of eighth grade, Jo finds herself torn between her loyalty to...

The Quintessence of August by Brian Stableford is a gripping tale of mystery and supernatural suspense. During an intense heat-wave in August, a wealthy Comte seeks the expertise of detective Auguste...

The Last of August by Brittany Cavallaro is a gripping mystery that follows Charlotte Holmes as she searches for answers about her family's past. When her uncle goes missing, Charlotte throws herself...

Four sisters from different paths come together to rediscover what truly matters. Jo's career in journalism has hit a snag, while Meg appears to have it all - but is that happiness? When their...

A woman lies on her yoga mat, her limbs twisted as if she is trying to crawl away. Her mug of tea steams into the cool air and her lips, still warm, are parted mid-sentence. But she will never speak...

Russia at the Barricades: Eyewitness Accounts of the August 1991 Coup Eyewitness accounts from key figures and ordinary citizens provide a unique perspective on the attempted coup in the Soviet Union...

Dinos Are Forever follows Jo Schmo as she discovers her family's secret life as crime fighters. When her retired superhero uncle arrives with his cape, Jo learns the tricks of the trade and teams up...

Jo Gelbard's life was turned upside down when she met Miles Davis in 1984. At the time, she was living a seemingly perfect life with her husband and son, but a chance encounter with the legendary...

Third Week in AugustA poignant and powerful drama about a family's struggles with love, loss and identity.This moving play explores the complexities of human relationships and the fragility of life,...

The Battle of Britain: Attack of the Eagles is a meticulously researched account of the pivotal aerial conflict in the summer of 1940. Renowned historian Dilip Sarkar delves into the intricate...

August Wilson: A Life by Patti Hartigan The first authoritative biography of August Wilson, one of America's most important and successful playwrights of the late 20th century. Wilson wrote ten...

A.J. and his friends are in a pickle at Ella Mentry School. With test scores low and stress levels high, they need some help relaxing to ace their upcoming tests. Enter Ms. Jo-Jo, the wellness expert...

Kansas in August is a witty and warm novel about the complexities of human relationships. When Hilary Metcalfe discovers an abandoned baby on his birthday, he brings it home to provide comfort and...

August Heat by Andrea Camilleri is a gripping mystery that unfolds in the scorching heat of Sicily's summer. When a young boy goes missing, Detective Montalbano's relaxing holiday plans are ruined.As...

A beautifully crafted novel of love and regret, Jo confesso is a poignant exploration of the human heart. Set against the backdrop of a life lived in solitude, this sweeping tale unfolds as a...

August Heat by Andrea Camilleri is the tenth installment in the Inspector Montalbano series. As the lazy month of August approaches, Inspector Montalbano and his girlfriend Livia prepare for a...

Selected Works of Louis-Auguste BlanquiA collection of writings by Louis-Auguste Blanqui, a French political activist whose revolutionary theory of Blanquism continues to be studied today.Published...

A dazzling portrait of melancholy and metamorphosis, August Blue explores the ways in which we seek to lose an old story, find ourselves in others, and create ourselves anew. When concert pianist...

Light in August is a powerful exploration of the human condition, delving into the complexities of evil and the search for identity. At its centre is Joe Christmas, a man torn apart by his past and...

Seven Days in August is a poignant and powerful exploration of grief and relationships. After a devastating tragedy, Otto and Sofie struggle to navigate their life together, facing the harsh...

Experience the pivotal month that changed the face of Marvel Comics forever. August 1961 was a momentous time for the publisher, marked by the release of its first Fantastic Four comic book,...

The First Fifteen Lives of Harry AugustA story of friendship and betrayal, loyalty and redemption, love and loneliness, and the inevitable march of time.When death comes, Harry August always returns...

A Cold Wind in August by Burton Wohl is a novel that explores the life of a woman who has become an iconic sex symbol. Despite her success, she has never experienced true love or connection. Her...

August 1914 is a gripping historical novel that explores the complexities of war and leadership. Colonel Vorotyntsev, a General Staff officer, is sent to investigate the situation at the Russian...

Elsa M. Anderson, a renowned concert pianist, walks off the stage in Vienna, mid-performance. She is now in Athens, watching as a stranger buys a pair of mechanical dancing horses at a flea market...

A gripping mystery novel set in the idyllic surroundings of Duluth, Minnesota. Jo Spence, a probation officer supervisor, finds herself at the centre of a murder investigation and a gang-related turf...

A darkly comedic exploration of family dynamics and secrets. When the Weston family reunites in Oklahoma after their father's disappearance, they unleash a torrent of repressed truths and unsettling...

August in Kabul tells the story of the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in August 2021, as witnessed by Afghans and Western journalists. The author, Andrew Quilty, was one of only a handful of...

A complex web of loyalty and love entwines in this gripping whodunnit. Jo Bailen, a hard-boiled private eye, is drawn back to her troubled past when her childhood best friend Rose goes missing.As she...

DS Jo Howe is called to investigate the murder of Harry Cooke, a young footballer and son of Chief Superintendent Phil Cooke. The case takes a personal turn when Jo delivers the news to her boss, who...

The Last of August by Brittany Cavallaro is a gripping mystery that follows Charlotte Holmes and Jamie Watson as they embark on a perilous quest to uncover the truth about their families' past. After...

Ana Taylor's life is one of chaos, but when deportation threatens her future, she turns to August Tombs for help. As head of Tombs Security, he's no stranger to turmoil, yet Ana's reappearance sets...

Ten years after its founding, the school at Plumfield is now a place of growth and discovery for its young students. As they navigate the challenges of life, they turn to the guidance and support of...

Counting Crows - August and Everything After is a piano/vocal/guitar artist songbook featuring the music from the popular album by Counting Crows.This matching folio provides a comprehensive...

The untold story of Mary Jo Kopechne and the Kennedy brothers is revealed in this biography. On July 18, 1969, a car driven by Senator Edward M. Kennedy plunged off a bridge, resulting in the death...

Jo Ann Beard's Collected Works is a profound exploration of the human experience, spanning her entire career as a writer.This collection illuminates the complexities and nuances of life, offering a...

The final weeks of World War II were marked by a prolonged and bloody conflict in the Pacific Theater. Barrett Tillman's new history tells the dramatic story of this period, detailing the last brutal...

The Falaise Pocket Normandy, August 1944 by Yves Buffetaut This highly illustrated account examines the pivotal battle of the Falaise Pocket in August 1944, a turning point in the Normandy campaign...

Sundays in August is a gripping crime novel by Patrick Modiano, set against the picturesque backdrop of Nice on the French Riviera. A masterful blend of mystery and unease, this ominous work evokes...

A detailed study of the correspondence between August Jaeger and the famous English composer, exploring their relationship and its significance.This book delves into the life and legacy of August...

A concise study guide for August Wilson's Fences, excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Drama for Students. This resource provides a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study questions,...

Set against the dark and troubled backdrop of the American South, Light in August is a haunting exploration of the nature of evil. A man, driven by circumstance and desire, finds himself at the mercy...

When a devastating loss sparks her crusade against Brighton's dark underbelly, Chief Superintendent Jo Howe finds herself at the forefront of a battle to dismantle the city's entrenched drug trade...

The Piano Lesson by August Wilson tells the story of Boy Willie's return to Pittsburgh in 1936. He has come with a battered truck loaded with watermelons, and an opportunity to buy some land down...

A pivotal battle of the Normandy invasion, the Siege at Mortain, is recounted in this book. In August 1944, a small group of American soldiers defended a hill against a massive German counterattack,...

Barbara W. Tuchman's The Guns of August and The Proud Tower offer a gripping and insightful exploration of the events leading up to World War I. With her unique blend of rigorous scholarship and...

The Solomons Air War - Volume 1: Guadalcanal August - September 1942 is a detailed and balanced account of the aerial warfare in the Solomon Islands theater during the critical period of...

Troy Maxson's life is marked by frustration and disillusionment. A garbage collector with unfulfilled dreams, he struggles to connect with his son over the possibility of an athletic scholarship. As...

August Flynn's death has sparked rumors in Baton Rouge. When Outlaw Henry Ike commits a violent robbery, it sets off a chain of events that forces Flynn to track down his adversary and settle the...

Napoleon at Dresden: The Battles of August 1813 by George Nafziger provides a comprehensive study of the 1813 campaign. This work is notable for its use of French archival and published sources, as...

Jackie Collins's Chances is a glamorous and unapologetic tale of love, power, and family. This sweeping novel takes you from the sophisticated playgrounds of Europe to the glittering gambling palaces...

Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn's August 1914: A Novel is a dramatic new interpretation of Russian history, set against the backdrop of World War I and the Russian Revolution. This first volume in The Red...

August Sander's Face of Our Time is a seminal work in German photography. First published in 1929, this collection showcases sixty portraits of twentieth-century Germans, drawn from August Sander's...

Angels in the Snow by M.M. Chouinard is a gripping crime thriller that takes a chilling turn. When Detective Jo Fournier's cousin and her five-year-old daughter go missing, Jo rushes to investigate,...

XIII and Jones are on the run. They're suspected of three murders, including that of a hired killer, and are being hunted by local authorities. The sheriff is eager to keep certain details from the...

The jo: a 4-foot staff at the heart of Japanese martial arts. Essential Jo is a comprehensive guide to this elegant art, covering techniques and drills for both beginners and experienced...

Fences represents a pivotal moment in American history, set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement. Premiering in 1985, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play explores themes of generational...

The Berlin Wall 13 August 1961-9 November 1989 by Frederick Taylor In the dead of night on 12-13 August 1961, a hastily constructed barbed wire entanglement appeared in the heart of Berlin,...

Jo Koy's memoir, Mixed Plate, is a hilarious and surprising account of his life, blending the humor and wit that has made him one of the world's most successful comedians. Born to a Filipino mother...

Berlin 1936: Sixteen Days in August The summer of 1936 brought international attention to Berlin as it hosted the Olympic Games. This captivating account tells the story through the voices and...

Victoria Hislop's One August Night is a dramatic and absorbing novel that returns to the world and characters of her award-winning novel, The Island. On 25th August 1957, the island of Spinalonga...

Victoria Hislop returns to the world of Crete in this long-awaited sequel to her bestselling novel, The Island. On 25th August 1957, the island of Spinalonga closes its leper colony, and a moment of...

The lives of the saints are a powerful testimony to the reality of God's plan and the possibility for truly following it in one's life. This volume, part of a series, explores the witness of saints...

The Battle for Cork July-August 1922 by John Borgonovo In the midst of Ireland's civil war, the city of Cork became a focal point for the conflict. In one of the most famous surprise attacks in Irish...

Death in the Ardennes 22nd August 1914: France's Deadliest Day by Jean-Michel Steg is a historical account of one of the most devastating days in French history. On 22nd August 1914, 27,000 French...

The Battle of Amiens 1918: A Turning Point on the Western Front This study examines the Allied offensive that marked the beginning of the end for Germany, which took place from August 8th to...

Molly Jo Daisy: Being the New Kid is a heartwarming chapter book about a young girl's journey as she navigates a new town and school. When Molly Jo's family moves to Maple River, Maine, she struggles...

Survival August-September 2021 Debating Us Foreign PolicyThis issue of Survival challenges conventional wisdom and presents fresh perspectives on strategic issues of the moment. It features...

Rabbit's life is full of ups and downs, from seesaws to slides, and he wouldn't have it any other way. Jo Ham's artwork brings the magic of everyday life to the forefront, and Rabbit has become a...

Operation Starlite: The Beginning of the Blood Debt in Vietnam - August 1965 by Otto Lehrack On August 18, 1965, the first major clash of the Vietnam War took place on the Van Tuong Peninsula near...

The Uneven Path of British Liberalism From Jo Grimond to Brexit by Tudor Jones This book explores the development of political thought within the British Liberal Party and its successor, the Liberal...