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With These Hands brings together some of Louis L'Amour's most unforgettable stories, showcasing his unique blend of heroism and adventure.This collection gathers 11 newly rediscovered tales that span...

On Winklefuss island, crime runs rampant. Luckily, its resident sloth sleuth can solve crimes in her sleep. Meet Paz, the world's first sloth detective. She may be slow, but she's always one step...

A lean and provocative tale of love, desire, betrayal, and passion, Marivaux's story poses an age-old question: who is more unfaithful in love, men or women? Set on a contemporary battlefield of the...

Grey Crawford's photographs are a testament to the creative spirit of Los Angeles in the early 1970s. This anthology showcases his unique approach to capturing the city's hard-edged shapes and using...

Oscar Wilde's plays have endured for generations with their witty satire and clever deceptions. This collection brings together four of his most popular works, each offering a sharp critique of...

New Clone City by Mike Hembury is an urgent and passionate urban fiction thriller set in a cyberpunk world. A melting pot of tribes, technology, poverty, and chaos, this city is home to a colourful...

Toxic creatures can be found almost anywhere - in the woods, in the desert, and even in your own backyard. Some have poisonous skin or other organs, while others are venomous, with stingers, spines,...

Albert Boadella presents a provocative vision on politics, beauty and modernity in this thought-provoking book. A young university student visits him at his estate with the intention of gathering...

Learn to play the chromatic harmonica with Marcos Habif's comprehensive guide, covering the major scales, sharps, and flats. This illustrated book provides a step-by-step approach to playing easy...

A young girl's lifeless body is discovered on the steps of a church, a doll made from pine cones clutched tightly to her chest. Detective Josie Quinn is called to the scene, where she is met with a...

The Guardian Quick Crosswords 4: A Collection of More Than 200 Engrossing Puzzles Challenge your mind with this latest collection of speedy crosswords from the experts at The Guardian. With over 200...

Become a Super Trader with Dr. Van K. Tharp's Proven Strategies. This expanded edition of Super Trader provides a comprehensive approach to creating consistent profits in both good and bad markets...

London Fields is a profound and unputdownable novel that explores the darker side of urban life. Set against the seedy underbelly of London, this book weaves together themes of crime, deception, and...

Dudjom Lingpa's teachings on the Great Perfection, also known as Dzogchen, are presented in this first volume of a three-part series. Translated by B. Alan Wallace, it offers insight into the view...

Indecent Exposure by Tom Sharpe is a humorous satire set in Piemburgem, the capital of Zululand. Kommandant van Heerden's quest for 'Englishness' leads him into an experiment in mass chastity, while...

Dead Souls is a vivid portrait of provincial Russian life, full of humour and satire. In this lively novel, Chichikov travels through the countryside wheeling and dealing for "dead souls" - deceased...

The Saudi-Iranian War by Ted Halstead is a gripping thriller that explores the complexities of international relations and the devastating consequences of war. In this tense and suspenseful novel,...

The Blue Hour by M. J. Greenwood is a poignant and humorous novel about two women from different eras who form an unlikely bond. Ava Westmorland, struggling to come to terms with her past, finds...

Lucy and her brother Joshua are orphaned, leaving them with little to rely on. In his youth and naivety, Joshua falls prey to bad influences and drink, putting their future at risk. When they lose...

Lublin Manya Wilkinson by Manya Wilkinson is a gripping and humorous tale of three young boys' journey from Mezritsh to the great market town of Lublin. With nothing but a case of bristle brushes to...

Charles O'Brien, the Irish giant, was a man of mythic powers of invention. His story is one of romance and epic deeds, but also of his own struggles to survive in a foreign land. O'Brien's life took...

Wife. Husband. Best friend. What if your two favourite people hated each other with a passion? In this wickedly enjoyable debut novel, Ore Agbaje-Williams explores the complexities of relationships...

The Haven is a gripping new thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A stunning novel about a group of friends who move to a remote smallholding in search of a simpler way of life, only...

Finn: Origins brings together the dark and supernatural adventures of Finn, a cab driver by day and a witch by night. As part of a coven dedicated to protecting humanity from ancient intergalactic...

Dinosaurs is a thought-provoking novel that explores the intricate connections between individuals and their surroundings. Lydia Millet's latest work follows Gil as he embarks on a transformative...

The Chef, the Bird and the Blessing by Andrew Sharp is a poignant and humorous novel about the power of suppressed memory, friendship, and our relationship with the natural world. Set against the...

This humorous collection of jokes, one-liners, short stories, anecdotes, poems, and other bits of verbiage showcases the author's unique perspective on life. With his irreverent wit and sharp tongue,...

The Museum Mystery Squad and the Case of the Moving Mammoth In a hidden headquarters beneath the museum's exhibits, a team of young detectives tackle strange problems. Techie-genius Nabster,...

Aurelio Zen is posted to remote Calabria, at the toe of the Italian boot. Beneath the surface of a tight-knit, traditional community he discovers that violent forces are at work. There has been a...

The A-Z of International School Leadership offers a unique perspective on leadership in international schools. Organised around the 26 letters of the English alphabet, this collection draws on the...

A dark love story set in wartime Rome. Robert is a lonely American soldier searching for connection, while Lisa seeks work at Mamma Pulcini's house on the Via Flaminia. Their lives intersect in a...

A cleaner begins her shift in a corporate office block, unaware that tonight will be different. As she cleans and tidies, she uncovers secrets and confronts the unexpected. Her job is to keep...

The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse is a wickedly funny satire that explores the complexities of cultural sensitivity and artistic intention. A group of well-meaning teaching artists struggle...

Arthur Krystal's essays shine with a clarity that cuts through the complexities of contemporary culture. In A Word Or Two Before I Go, he offers us his final collection, a testament to his unique...

Barefoot in the Park: A Comedy A witty and charming comedy of love and marriage, Barefoot in the Park follows the misadventures of newlyweds Corrie and Paul as they navigate their new life together...

Published in 1818, Marriage is a witty and insightful novel by one of Scotland's most celebrated writers. Lady Juliana rejects her father's arranged marriage to secure her family's future, choosing...

Russell Atkins's poetry is a phenomenon that challenges our understanding of the avant-garde and African American literature. This collection of poems presents a unique blend of anti-Wordsworthian...

Published in 1854, Hard Times is Charles Dickens's tenth novel, offering a scathing appraisal of English society and the social and economic pressures of his time.Notably, this novel stands out from...

The Great Gilly Hopkins by Katherine Paterson is a heartwarming and humorous story about an eleven-year-old girl's quest for independence. Gilly has been in more foster families than she can...

Oblomov A Novel by Ivan Goncharov is a thought-provoking exploration of idleness and its place in society. Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century Russia, this novel presents a complex and...

Ruby Taylor thought she'd left her pageant days behind. But when a mischievous golden retriever convinces her to enter a local canine competition, she's forced back into the spotlight. Veterinarian...

Daily Readings - John Owen 365 daily readings from one of the greatest theologians of the Puritan movement. John Owen's writings have been a challenge and encouragement to believers throughout the...

Sharpen your chess tactics with 100 deeply annotated miniature games. This comprehensive guide covers all major lines and variations of the Najdorf Sicilian, a popular opening at all levels. The book...

A dark and quiet library holds an old, beautiful book with a plump, grey mouse peering out from its pages. As midnight approaches, the little mouse springs to life, embarking on a magical adventure...

Count Dracula's dark world awaits. A young man from England, Jonathan Harker, is invited to visit his host in Transylvania, unaware that he is stepping into a realm of terror.The vampire Count...

Liz Sharp's life as a lady's maid to royalty is turned upside down when an anarchist throws a bomb at her employer. As she navigates this treacherous situation, Liz begins to question her duty and...

The Innocents Abroad by Mark Twain is a witty and insightful travelogue that explores the contrasts between old and new worlds. In this 19th-century American's journey through Europe, he encounters a...

Selected Letters offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of Jane Austen, one of England's most celebrated novelists. Through her intimate correspondence with family and friends, Austen...

The incomparable Phryne Fisher takes to the air in this riveting historical mystery. With her unflappable nature and razor-sharp instincts, she navigates a complex web of murder, kidnapping, and...

Conradin's life is marked by two big secrets. He dislikes his aunt and keeps a wild animal in the garden shed. This small creature has sharp, white teeth and a taste for fresh blood. Every night,...

Astrid's past is marked by hardship and uncertainty. Now, as a young doctor with a troubled history, she seeks help from Thomas Sharpe, a lawyer with a reputation for being unyielding. Their initial...

Challenge your word-finding skills with 500 themed word searches in this lay-flat spiral-bound collection. From everyday topics like fashion and beekeeping to more obscure subjects, these puzzles...

Keep your brain active and healthy with this engaging book of puzzles. It offers a great source of mental exercise, featuring over 180 puzzles to keep you engaged and strengthen your brain.Inside,...

Lydia Fenet, Senior Vice President of Christie's and seasoned auctioneer, shares her revolutionary sales approach to help you unlock your own power and success. With her razor-sharp humor and...

Lee Fiora is a shy fourteen-year-old girl from small-town Indiana who leaves for Ault, an exclusive boarding school in Massachusetts. She imagines herself among handsome boys and girls singing hymns...

Katie's life has taken a dramatic turn. Her restaurant is struggling, her love life is complicated, and she's lost her footing. But when a mysterious girl appears with an offer to rewrite the past,...

Little Disasters by Sarah Vaughan is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of motherhood and the secrets we keep. After a decade of friendship, Liz's perception of her friend Jess...

Discover As You Were, a darkly funny novel about the power of friendship and the heartbreak of family life. Shortlisted for the Rathbones Folio Prize 2021. Sinead's life is a balancing act - she's a...

E. M. Forster's masterful storytelling is on full display in this collection of short stories, which explore themes of love, death, class and race with sharp social observations and a sense of...

John Rebus returns in this new play by Ian Rankin and Rona Munro. A cold case from his past has resurfaced, and with it, a personal threat that forces him to confront his own mortality. Rebus is not...

The Levant Trilogy: Fortunes of War Olivia Manning's novel follows the Pringles as they navigate the complexities of war and marriage in 1941 Egypt. As Rommel's forces approach Cairo, the city...

A poignant and humorous exploration of love, power, and identity, set against the backdrop of Ukraine's complex history. Andrey Kurkov's novel follows the life of Bunin, the Ukrainian President, as...

Flowers of Mold Stories by Sŏng-nan Ha presents ten captivating and unnerving tales of ordinary individuals left behind by an increasingly urbanized world. In these stories, the mundane becomes...

Miss Silver Comes to Stay by Patricia Wentworth is a gripping mystery novel. Twenty years after a bitter break-up, James Lessiter's return to the village sets off a chain of events that exposes...

Rudolf Nureyev's life was marked by passion and volatility, qualities that made him one of the greatest male ballet dancers of the 20th century. His collaboration with Rudi van Dantzig began in 1968,...

Relief Carving Projects and Techniques offers expert advice and 37 all-time favorite projects and patterns from the archives of Woodcarving Illustrated. With just a smooth piece of wood, some sharp...

A Good Night to Kill A Pretty Boy Novel (2) by Amen Alonge is a heart-pounding tale of justice and loyalty. After ten years in exile, Pretty Boy has returned to exact his revenge on those who wronged...

Scandaltown by Mike Bartlett is a comedy that explores the complexities of reputation and social standing in contemporary London. When Miss Phoebe Virtue receives worrisome news about her twin...

When Detective Megan Carpenter receives a chilling message from her past, she knows that time is running out. A body is discovered with a sharp piece of metal lodged in its eye, and the investigation...

Jim Qwilleran and his cats are visiting an island with many names. To some, it's Providence Island; to others, Grand Island; and to developers and tourists, Pear Island. But when strange "accidents"...

Mrs Plansky's Revenge by Spencer Quinn is a gripping tale of revenge and redemption. When Mrs Loretta Plansky receives a distressing phone call from her grandson, claiming to be in financial trouble,...

A British vet's life in Africa is one of ceaseless activity and colourful experience. Hugh Cran's daily routine takes him from dawn till dusk, as he tends to the animals of local ranchers and...

Nikki Giovanni's powerful and deeply personal collection of verse challenges us with its unflinching look at injustice and racism. For over fifty years, her poetry has dazzled and inspired readers...

The Exphoria Code by Antony Johnston is a gripping thriller that delves into the world of terrorism and conspiracy. When a series of seemingly unrelated events unfolds, a young woman finds herself at...

You're about to embark on a mission that will take you to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As an Interplanetary Spy, your task is to protect a super athlete named Andromeda at the first-ever space...

The future of public higher education is being held hostage by financial institutions and actors. Lend & Rule reveals the "shadow governance" of debt and credit in the US higher education system,...

Dani Shapiro's memoir explores how marriage is transformed by time and experience. With courage and honesty, she reflects on her own marital journey, confronting the life she dreamed of and the life...

Democracy by Michael Frayn is a play that delves into the complexities of politics and human relationships. Set in West Germany in 1969, it explores the inner workings of government through the...

Dickens on the Tories brings together a collection of verse satires by Charles Dickens, offering a unique insight into his views on politics and society. Written in response to the Tory party's...

Sharpen your pencil and get ready to challenge yourself with 80 quick crosswords in this fun puzzle book. Featuring general knowledge questions and simple word definitions, these crosswords are...

A Storm of Silver and Ash by Marion Blackwood is a gripping tale of loyalty, deception, and survival. In a world of intrigue and danger, one master thief must navigate treacherous alliances and...

A novel of intrigue and desperation, Bestseller is a scathing portrait of contemporary culture and Britain's obsession with fame. Jim Talbot, a writer with a dozen unpublished novels under his belt,...

The Forger's Daughter by Bradford Morrow is a gripping exploration of the darker side of passion and obsession. Rare-book collectors are often driven to extreme lengths in their pursuit of rare...

A collection of provocative verse by Nicholas Ryan Howard, "Mercenary at Midnight" is a powerful assembly of poems, tales, and reflections that showcase the author's rebellion against complacency...

There's Nothing in the Middle of the Road but Yellow Stripes and Dead Armadillos: A Work of Political SubversionJim Hightower's scathing critique of America's political landscape is both humorous and...

Identify and appreciate the beauty of Alberta's and the Canadian Rockies' wildflowers with this full-colour field guide.Featuring hundreds of colour photos and informative descriptions, this compact...

Convenience Store Woman is a heartwarming and surprising story about a woman who finds peace and purpose in her life working at a Tokyo convenience store. Keiko Furukura, a 36-year-old Tokyo...

Behind the Scenes at the Museum is a witty and engaging novel by Kate Atkinson, published in 1996. The story follows Ruby Lennox as she recounts the history of her family, from the late 19th century...

Sunday Times Top 10 Bestseller. A chilling tale of obsessive love, madness and motherhood, Lying in Wait is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Lydia...

The Famous Five: Five Go Adventuring Again Book 2 by Enid Blyton The Famous Five are back in their second adventure, and this time they're on the case of a mysterious thief at Kirrin Cottage. With a...

Rabbits and readers beware. A book about wolves has been borrowed from the library, and it's impossible to put down. A sinister figure with sharp claws and a bushy tail starts to creep off the pages,...

This collection of four early plays by Simon Stephens showcases his humane and compassionate approach to storytelling. Since his debut play Bluebird in 1998, Stephens has established a reputation for...

Riotous Assembly by Tom Sharpe is a darkly comedic novel that offers a fresh approach to the South African scene. The story revolves around a sensational crime passionel that sets off a chain of...

Claire Dowie's stand-up theatre plays are a bold and unapologetic exploration of identity, desire, and the complexities of being human. With a unique voice that is both humorous and provocative,...

Sheila Armstrong's debut short story collection, How to Gut a Fish, is a masterful exploration of the unsettling and the unknown. With prose that is both evocative and unnerving, Armstrong weaves a...

They Do it with Mirrors by Agatha Christie is a gripping mystery that unfolds in a juvenile reform home. When a young boy fires a revolver at the administrator, and another visitor meets a fatal end...

Improve your mental agility with this engaging puzzle program. Over 150 puzzles are presented in a four-week plan to help you boost your brain power and stay sharp. Dr Gareth Moore's approach is...

Amadeo Bordiga's writings remain energizing and instructive today, offering insights into the revolutionary cycle of the post-WWI period. This collection presents his battles against reformism and...

The Robot Meets a Tiger: Phase 5 Set 2 is part of the Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised series, developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton...

Ryan Wallman's Delusions of Brandeur is a scathing critique of modern marketing and advertising. This collection of articles, satirical posts, and miscellaneous writings offers a no-holds-barred...