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In the tradition of Shirley Jackson's We Have Always Lived in the Castle, a darkly humorous modern classic of Scottish literature, Elspeth Barker masterfully evokes the harsh climate of Scotland in...

Elspeth is a thought-provoking novel that follows the life of its young protagonist from introduction to adulthood. At its core lies a compelling exploration of her dedication to Catholicism, making...

Twenty years after their initial appearance, the aliens have returned. Their presence has sparked widespread fear and nuclear retaliation, leaving the world in ruins.Dr Elspeth Darrow struggles to...

At just 23, Elspeth Beard embarked on a 35,000-mile solo motorcycle journey around the world, leaving behind her life in London and everything familiar. With limited savings, a tent, and a few...

Rag Rug Techniques for Beginners offers a comprehensive guide to creating 30 stylish and practical items using eight different rag-rugging methods. Elspeth Jackson provides step-by-step instructions...

O Caledonia is a vivid and eccentric novel about a young girl's life spent in a Scottish castle, where she must turn to her imagination to cope with the challenges of her reality. Twisted in...

David Sedaris's personal essays are a surprise, disarming and heartbreakingly funny collection that showcases his unique voice.This anthology of stories offers a glimpse into the life of America's...

The Bodies In Barrel Murders by Jeremy Pudney In 1999, one of Australia's most shocking crimes came to light: the discovery of bodies hidden in barrels. As a police reporter for the Adelaide...

Wood, Whiskey and Wine: A History of Barrels Discover the fascinating story behind one of the world's most enduring products - the wooden barrel. From its origins in Northern Europe over two thousand...

A rogue Special Operations legend returns to the United States with a vendetta against his accusers. Disgraced and on the run, John Hayes unleashes a series of devastating attacks, forcing one man to...

Giles Catchpole and Bryn Parry's latest publication, The Second Barrel, brings together a diverse range of characters from the shooting field. The authors' research, featured in The Shooting Gazette,...

The Magic Barrel explores the complexities of human life through the everyday struggles of its characters. A matchmaker finds love for a would-be rabbi; a shopkeeper dies because he cannot afford a...

A Barrel of Monkeys: A Compendium of Collective Nouns for Animals brings together over 100 words to describe the fascinating creatures we encounter in the wild. From a bloat of hippopotamuses to a...

The Children from Gin Barrel Lane by Lindsey Hutchinson is a heart-warming story about a young girl's fight for survival and the power of kindness. After running away from her difficult home life,...

Double Barrel Bluff A Novel by Lou Berney is set in Cambodia, where former mob wheelman Shake Bouchon finds himself drawn into a high-stakes hostage rescue. His past and present collide when an old...

Bourbon's explosive growth in America is a story that spans centuries and distilleries. In Barrel Strength Bourbon, Carla Harris Carlton delves into the history of this iconic spirit, from its...

The oil and gas industry stands at a critical juncture. Low prices, growing alternative fuels, and shifting consumer preferences pose significant challenges for the sector. However, digital advances...

Ain't Got a Barrel of Money is the story of Sheffield United's rise and fall in the 1970s. Under John Harris's leadership, the team was promoted back to the first division and enjoyed some of the...

An extraordinary story about an extraordinary woman. In 1901, Annie Edson Taylor, a widow from Buffalo, New York, embarked on a daring adventure that would change her life forever. With the mists of...

Pork Barrel Politics: How Government Spending Determines Elections in a Polarized EraAndrew H. Sidman explores how political polarization affects the electoral influence of district-level federal...

Jacqueline Wilson's Biscuit Barrel is a humorous and entertaining collection of two tales. In "Cliffhanger", Tim faces a week of action-packed games, but his new friend Biscuits has a different...

Frank Ormsby's seventh collection of poems reflects the beauty of the Irish landscape and the impact of small farms on his life. The 'Troubles' continue to shape the land, with hidden graves beneath...

Build your own efficient, portable raku kiln with this comprehensive guide. Perfect for ceramic artists on a budget, this book offers a detailed, color photo guide to help you get started firing your...

The Pilates Instructor Manual Ladder Barrel Levels 1 to 5 is an essential resource for anyone teaching Pilates. This comprehensive guide includes 36 exercises, ranging from beginner to advanced...

Discover the art of low-cost, low-tech kiln building and alternative reduction firing techniques. This book showcases a range of innovative kiln designs, from the easy and affordable Raku Kiln to the...

This comprehensive guide to off-grid living features a vast collection of DIY projects, from rain barrels to solar panels, to help you reduce your environmental impact. Illustrated with full-color...

Georgia 2001 was a time of great change and uncertainty. As director of the British Council in Georgia, Jo Seaman was tasked with understanding the needs of the Georgian people as President...

Buffalo Trace Distillery's story spans over a century and a half, from the early explorations of Kentucky to the present day. In this comprehensive tale, author F. Paul Pacult takes readers on a...

The Apple Barrel by Susan SallisA heart-wrenching novel about the ultimate betrayal of trust, this book tells a story of love, loss and the search for peace. When faced with challenges, Hope finds...

A critical examination of U.S. farm policy reveals how agricultural subsidies ultimately benefit powerful interests at the expense of the general public. This analysis explores government programs...

Stipa Caproni by Marco Mattioli is a historical account that explores the life and experiences of Stipa Caproni, an Italian aviator. Published in 2009, this paperback edition features 103 pages and...

Dolly Perkins and Jack Larkin have grown up in a world of happiness and friendship, but also violence and poverty. Now that Dolly runs her own pub, she can finally control her destiny, but fate still...

Discover the 6,000 year old secret to regaining control over your health and wellbeing. Despite the increasing investment in healthcare and research, the rates of auto-immune diseases, Alzheimer's,...

The secret history of America's air war to cut the Ho Chi Minh Trail is revealed in this gripping account. The Trails War, part of the "secret war" in South East Asia, had a profound effect on the...

Discover the art of alternative firing techniques for pottery, from raku to wood firing and beyond. This comprehensive guide covers the key methods and tips for achieving unique, dramatic effects...

A collection of over sixty articles from leading commentators on the black experience offers a fascinating exploration of African American folklore. Spanning diverse perspectives and voices, this...

After nearly a decade of military service, Pete White found himself at his lowest point. His time in Afghanistan had taken an unexpected turn, leading to a journey of horrific mental illness that...

Two Twisted Crowns is a dark fantasy novel that concludes the series that began with One Dark Window. Elspeth must face the consequences of her actions as she searches for the last of the twelve...

On a remote Scottish island, Elspeth arrives to become nanny to a young child, hoping to bond with her. However, she soon discovers that Mary has not spoken for months, and the girl's silence is not...

Sunset on the Square by Lilac Mills is a heartwarming story about love and new beginnings. After living in Tenerife for over 15 years, widowed Elspeth's life has become familiar, but her world is...

Twice Bitten is a thrilling and witty romance novel by Lynsay Sands. Elspeth Argeneau, an immortal with over 140 years of experience, has been living a life of freedom after moving away from her...

Luc's people were once punished by banishing them to another realm. Over time, they adapted and changed their violent ways, living in peace until the dragon mages joined them in exile - and killed...

Undergrowth by Ellen King Rice is a gripping thriller that follows two women, Jasmine and Elspeth, as they find themselves in grave danger. When Dr. Oh discovers a rare fungus, his joy is short-lived...

A train hurtles past, its carriages side by side for just an instant. In that fleeting moment, a murder is witnessed - a woman being strangled to death. Elspeth McGillicuddy is certain of what she...

A woman is found ritually slaughtered in the woods, with cryptic symbols scattered around her body. The local myth of the Carrion King, a Saxon magician, is drawn into the investigation. Journalist...

New Decorated Garden: Transform your outside space into a haven of calm and tranquility with this practical guide. Elspeth Thompson showcases seven distinctive gardens created from spaces ranging...

Elspeth Huxley's The Mottled Lizard is a captivating account of her life in East Africa after the First World War. In this sequel to her earlier work, she recounts her family's return to Kenya and...

Monkeys come to the rescue of a struggling family in this traditional tale. Tashi lives in a tiny village below the tea plantations where her mother earns a living. When her mother falls ill, Tashi...

Sixty seconds after waking from a coma, Maggie's world is torn apart. She is told that her daughter Elspeth is dead and that she drowned when the car Maggie had been driving plunged into the river...

Twice Bitten Book Twenty-Seven by Lynsay Sands is a thrilling and witty romance that brings together an immortal woman and her destined love. Elspeth Argeneau, who has been alive for over 140 years,...

Elspeth Barker's Notes from the Henhouse is a deeply personal and humorous collection of essays that explore the complexities of life, love, and creativity.In this delightful portrait of a remarkable...

Learn to create amazing shadow puppets with this fun and decodable instruction book. Written by Elspeth Graham, it's perfect for young learners.This Yellow/Band 3 book offers varied sentence...

Set against the backdrop of Kenya's early twentieth-century history, Elspeth Huxley's Red Strangers tells the story of two Kikuyu tribesmen whose lives are forever changed by the arrival of European...

The weekend doesn't have to be just another busy couple of days. Elspeth Thompson's book shows us how we can make the most of our free time, recharging our batteries and relationships through simple...

When a bomb hits an Edinburgh street, Margaret finds her mother crouched in the ruins of her bedroom pulling armfuls of yellowed letters onto her lap. For years, Mother Elspeth has kept the past...

A chilling novel of psychological suspense. Una Richardson responds to an advertisement for a carer and steps into the world of elderly Mrs Elspeth McKenzie, but she soon discovers that her new role...

When Elspeth receives an invitation to her ex-husband's 50th birthday party, she expects a glamorous evening with A-listers and hangers-on. Instead, she finds herself among just seven carefully...

A print-on-demand edition of Agatha Christie's 4.50 from Paddington, specially designed for readers who prefer the classic 'A-format' paperbacks. Two trains pass side by side for just a moment, and...

Unburied Fables brings together talented writers from around the world to reimagine beloved stories. This anthology features a diverse range of styles and endings, all united by their happily ever...

Set against the backdrop of rural Iowa, Remembering Laughter is a poignant tale of family life and the complexities of relationships.The story revolves around Margaret Stuart, a proud wife who tries...

A 50th birthday party turns into a deadly gathering when the host is found dead. As the remaining guests come under suspicion, secrets about their pasts and the enigmatic octopus that watches over...

Brodie McBride's quest to find the perfect pearl for his wife Elspeth becomes an all-consuming mission. Convinced that the love token will save their marriage, he embarks on a journey that takes him...

Elizabeth Hoyt's historical romance novel, No Ordinary Duchess, is a gripping tale of drama and intrigue. Julian Greycourt, the heir to the Windemere dukedom, is driven by a desire for revenge...

Blush Faces of Shame by Elspeth Probyn explores the complex emotion of shame, often viewed as a negative force. However, Probyn argues that shame can be a powerful resource for self-reflection and...

The Chinese Coal Industry by Elspeth Thomson provides a comprehensive analysis of China's coal industry from the mid-19th century to the present. This book examines the changes in its structure and...

The Shadow Man by Helen Fields is a heart-pounding thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Three young women, Elspeth, Meggy, and Xavier, are locked in a flat with no memory of how they...

The Bird in the Bamboo Cage is a moving and authentic novel inspired by true events. When Japan's declaration of war on the Allies changes Elspeth Kent's life forever, the comfort and security of her...

Draw near and listen, for time is at an end. In this epic fantasy novel, Robert Jordan weaves a tale of twin queens, warlords, prophets, and magic as Wulfgar, a leader of the Altaii people, struggles...

Bertie Plays the Blues by Alexander McCall Smith is a heartwarming and humorous novel about the challenges of family life. When domestic harmony seems out of reach, one unexpected solution takes...

The Flame Trees of Thika is a poignant and evocative memoir of Elspeth Huxley's childhood in Kenya, where her family's pioneering spirit and determination shaped their new life in the wilderness...

A comprehensive guide to Dorothy Dunnett's works, this A-Z companion is a treasure trove of information for fans and scholars alike. Elspeth Morrison has painstakingly recreated the author's original...

Bert the Ugly Bug lives in a beautiful rainforest, surrounded by vibrant creatures that sparkle with colour and life. He wishes he could shine like them, but is he capable of it? This story, written...

Eating the Ocean by Elspeth Probyn explores the complex relationships between humans and the ocean, revealing how our food choices are deeply entwined with politics, culture, and technology.Probyn's...

A gripping mystery set in the high-stakes world of horse racing. After a serious accident, champion jump jockey and racing columnist Harry Radcliffe is commissioned to write the autobiography of...

The Bird in the Bamboo Cage by Hazel Gaynor is an unforgettable story inspired by true events. When Japan's declaration of war on the Allies changes Elspeth Kent's future, she finds herself at the...

A Duck in a Sock is an engaging and accessible decodable book designed for struggling readers aged six to nine. With its comic-book-style illustrations and highly-readable font, this series makes...

The Dark Angel Stories of Crime & Detection Vol 5 by James Ronald A mysterious letter sets off a chain of events when Miss Elspeth Brownrigg, an elderly spinster, receives a threatening message...

Trouble has arrived in Stoyre, a remote Scottish fishing village. On a routine visit, Hamish Macbeth finds the pub empty and the church unexpectedly full, with an air of fear permeating the...

Sophie and the Circle of Slavery by Evelyn Culber is a highly erotic novel that explores the mental and physical aspects of slavery. The story follows Sophie, a trainee solicitor who accepts a room...

Agatha Christie's 4.50 from Paddington is a gripping mystery about a woman who witnesses a murder on a train. A man's grip tightens around another person's throat, and the body crumples before the...

Agatha Christie's 4:50 from Paddington is a gripping mystery that follows a woman's harrowing experience on a train. Elspeth McGillicuddy witnesses a murder while watching another train pass by, but...

When Mrs Gillespie wins Hamish Macbeth's cleaning services in a church raffle, she brings more than just tidiness to his quiet life. Armed with a bucket and mop, she's likely to uncover secrets as...

Thinking like an artist can transform our decision-making. Elspeth Kirkman explores how our choices are influenced and how we can deliberately arrange our perspective to make better decisions. In...

Elspeth Jajdelska's study of speech, print and decorum in Britain from 1600 to 1750 sheds new light on the changing relationship between speech, rank and writing during this period.The author draws...

Graham Cavanaugh's life is a balancing act, with his second wife Audra bringing a whirlwind of charm and spontaneity into his daily routine. But as he navigates the ups and downs of marriage and...

The Dorothy Dunnett Companion Volume II provides an in-depth exploration of the historical and literary riches of Dorothy Dunnett's novels. Elspeth Morrison's comprehensive guide completes and...

AQA Media Studies for A Level and AS: Close Study Products by Elspeth Stevenson This student book is designed to be used in conjunction with the AQA Media Studies for A-level Student Book, focusing...

The Critical Practice of Film: An Introduction provides a comprehensive introduction to film studies, covering the key concepts and techniques that underpin the practice of filmmaking. This book...

Elspeth Noblin's beautiful flat overlooking Highgate Cemetery is left to her twin nieces, Julia and Valentina Poole, with a peculiar condition: their mother may never enter. When the twins receive...

Paul Oliver's Barrelhouse Blues uncovers the forgotten folk traditions that gave birth to America's blues music. In the 1920s, street singers and musicians from juke joints and work camps were...

Upcycle fabric into beautiful homeware items with Elspeth Jackson's creative approach. This book showcases 30 colorful ways to transform old garments into rugs, pillows, artworks, bags, and more...

Sexy Bodies: Investigating the Production of Sexual Bodies and Sexual Practices Elizabeth Grosz and Elspeth Probyn explore the complex and multifaceted nature of sexual bodies and practices,...

Louis Barthas' notebooks offer a harrowing first-hand account of life in the trenches during World War I. Translated into English for the first time, these writings provide a vivid and immediate...

Turning Modified Slimline Pens Beyond the Basics by Don Ward Discover the art of transforming the Slimline pen kit into unique and impressive designs. This comprehensive guide features clear,...

The Drilling: A Versatile Firearm for Hunters and Survivalists The Drilling is a unique triple-barreled firearm designed to offer flexibility in shooting various types of cartridges. Its name,...

The Dark Side of the Landscape: The Rural Poor in English Painting 1730-1840 by John Barrell In the eighteenth century, English painting underwent a significant shift in its depiction of country life...

This comprehensive guide provides a complete and practical solution for choosing and specifying Holley carburetors for any suitable engine, ensuring optimal performance on both road and track. The...

The barrel should have contained books - instead it held treasure and a severed head. Gil Cunningham and his old acquaintance, Glasgow merchant Augie Morison, report a gruesome substitute to the...

A comprehensive guide to firearm blueing and Browning, covering over 230 formulae for chemical and heat coloring of barrel steels and gun metals. This practical reference includes methods for...

Annie Edson Taylor, a 62-year-old retired charm school instructor, was determined to make a name for herself. In 1901, she embarked on a daring adventure - going over Niagara Falls in a wooden barrel...