1234 results for 'Jacqueline Wilson'

Clover Moon by Jacqueline Wilson is set against the backdrop of poverty-stricken Victorian London. For Clover, her brilliant imagination is a vital escape from the hardships of her life. But when...

For older readers, Jacqueline Wilson tells a heart-wrenching and timely story about teen pregnancy, family struggles, and unexpected friendships, set in 1960.When Laura meets a French exchange...

Love Frankie is a heartwarming and relatable novel about growing up, falling in love, and self-discovery. When Frankie's mum falls ill with MS, she finds herself navigating the ups and downs of...

Native American Gardening: A Buffalobird-woman's Guide to Traditional MethodsThis book presents a unique perspective on traditional agriculture, combining anthropological research with the insights...

The Railway Children is a heartwarming story about three siblings who find solace in a nearby railway station after their father's unexpected disappearance. Living in a small cottage in the...

Jess Beaker's latest adventure begins in a seaside antique shop full of treasures. She's looking for a new boyfriend for her mum and trying to navigate her friendships, but things take a turn when...

The Christmas Carrolls - the Christmas Club by Mel Taylor-Bessent is a heartwarming festive tale about kindness and cheer. Dame Jacqueline Wilson praises this funny middle grade story as a "Christmas...

Discover the perfect words for every life moment with Tom Read Wilson's On the Tip of My Tongue. This curated list of words features witty analysis of their origins, meanings, and practical...

Elsa loves to tell jokes and knows she's going to be a big star one day, making people laugh. But after her family loses their home and moves into a bed and breakfast hotel, laughter seems to be in...

Murder and mystery await in Victorian London's music halls. Lyn Gardner weaves a tale of performance, crime and detection. Rose Campion, a young woman with a mysterious past, finds herself at the...

Help your child overcome their fears of making mistakes with this interactive self-help book. What to Do When Mistakes Make You Quake is a practical guide that teaches kids how to cope with mistakes...

Charlie's story is one of hard work and determination. At eleven years old, she has left school to start a job as a nursery maid, facing challenges that are all too familiar to many young readers...

A sparkling and glamorous novel from Jacqueline Wilson brings history to life for children. In this glittering trip back in time to the 1920s, Mona's life is forever changed when she inherits a new...

Every Word Tells a Story is a fascinating exploration of the origins of everyday words in the English language. Tom Read Wilson takes us on a journey to uncover the surprising stories behind words...

Discover the fascinating stories behind the words we use. Tom Read Wilson's latest book explores the etymology of over 100 everyday words, revealing surprising origins and connections. From the word...

A bedtime story for every dream - this wonderful collection brings together stories, poems and illustrations from beloved Puffin books and new talents. Perfect for reading aloud or independently at...

The world ends not with a bang, but a scream in the dark. It begins at dawn, when the sun rises late. Then the holes appear, forming in Central Park, in sight of an apartment where a man watches with...

Ginny Masters and Jacqueline Potter are two women with different lives. Ginny manages a popular hotel in Seattle, while Jacqueline runs her grandfather's fishing lodge in Idaho. Both are feeling...

Sigismundo Celine, a young Neapolitan aristocrat and musician, flees his homeland after an unfortunate duel and seeks to master the next levels of metaphysical magic in the American colonies...

Set in 1953, Queenie is a heartwarming and moving story by Jacqueline Wilson. Elsie Kettle looks forward to celebrating Coronation Day with her Nan, but their lives are turned upside down when they...

Julia Snowden and her mother Jacqueline arrive at Chipmunk Island for a memorial service, but something seems off. Ginny, an old friend who was declared dead five years ago, is still very much alive...

When a telegram arrives in June 1940, Alan's family is thrown into mourning. A soldier from his regiment contacts them with news about their son's fate in France, sending shockwaves through the...

Europe's Tragedy: A New History of the Thirty Years War The Thirty Years War (1618-48) was a devastating conflict that ravaged Europe, killing an estimated quarter of the German population and...

Sylvie and Carl have been inseparable since childhood, sharing a special bond that goes beyond friendship. They've always played together, used each other's nicknames, and even had their own secret...

Two trailblazing female authors, Jackie Collins and Jacqueline Susann, are catapulted to fame with their provocative novels, but at what cost? In 1966, Jacqueline Susann's Valley of the Dolls hits...

Pete Doherty's story is one of talent, tragedy and the unrelenting struggle to overcome addiction. His mother, Jacqueline, chronicles her son's journey from childhood to rock star, and the...

The Worst Thing About My Sister by Jacqueline Wilson Marty and her sister Melissa couldn't be more different. Football-mad Marty loves her Converse and helping her dad with his DIY, while Melissa is...

Mstislav Rostropovich: Cellist, Teacher, Legend by Elizabeth Wilson is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and legacy of one of the world's finest cellists. A renowned musician,...

Gerrard Debbington, one of London's most eligible gentlemen, is faced with a unique opportunity to paint the enigmatic gardens of Hellebore Hall. However, this chance comes with a condition: he must...

Published to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War, this anthology brings together favourite extracts, poems and images from some of the UK's leading cultural, political and...

The Primrose Railway Children by Jacqueline Wilson is a heartwarming story of family secrets and new adventures. Inspired by E. Nesbit's timeless classic, this beautifully reimagined tale follows...

Jacqueline M. Pane's diary is a candid and humorous account of her life in her thirties. As she navigates everyday struggles with self-doubt, relationships, and body image, Jacqueline's voice shines...

The Folklore of Discworld by Terry Pratchett and Jacqueline Simpson Discover the living myths and folklore that shape the unique universe of Discworld. This book explores the legends, myths, and...

Hetty Feather is a young girl with a fiery spirit, living in London in 1876. After being left at the Foundling Hospital as a baby, Hetty must first live with a foster family until she is big enough...

The Metabolic Fat-loss Diet Plan offers a comprehensive diet programme designed to improve your metabolism, along with a range of simple and delicious recipes and easy-to-follow exercise advice...

Pescan: A Feel Good CookbookJoin Abbie Cornish and chef Jacqueline King on their journey to healthy eating with this collection of plant-based, dairy-free recipes. Inspired by macrobiotic and...

Big Pig, Little Pig: A Year on a Smallholding in South-West France by Jacqueline Yallop. In this thought-provoking memoir, Jacqueline Yallop recounts her journey to rural village life in south-west...

Lily Alone by Jacqueline Wilson is a heartwarming story about family and responsibility. When Lily's mother goes on holiday with her new partner and her stepfather fails to show up, she takes it upon...

Kushiel's Avatar by Jacqueline Carey is a sumptuous fantasy of defiance and redemption. Phèdre nó Delaunay's path has been marked by pain and pleasure, with devoted swordsman Joscelin sworn to...

Miles Avery's world is turned upside down when his wife Jacqueline goes missing. On an ordinary autumn day, she gets out of the car at the train station, but this is the last anyone sees of her...

Out of the Dark by Patrick Modiano is a poignant and melancholic novel about a love affair between two drifters. Thirty years after abandoning his studies to make ends meet, the narrator reflects on...

The Case of Peter Pan, Or the Impossibility of Children's Fiction by Jacqueline Rose. Jacqueline Rose explores the enduring appeal of Peter Pan in this thought-provoking analysis. She considers how...

Anthony Bathurst is drawn into a complex and intriguing case when Jacqueline Hillier, a guest at a local dinner party, dies under mysterious circumstances. The official investigation rules her death...

Invisible Chains by Michelle Renee Lane is a chilling and charming adventure that weaves together the unbridled horrors of slavery with supernatural creatures. When an unusual stranger arrives at her...

The Gosling Girl by Jacqueline Roy is a powerful and moving novel that interrogates the context of a child's crime and simplistic notions of evil. It explores the psychological after-effects of a...

Counting and rhyming fun for little readers as they search for breadcrumbs in a beloved Passover tradition.A popular Jewish children's activity comes to life in this board book, featuring simple text...

For children who let their fears hold them back, this book offers a practical guide to overcoming phobias. Claire A. B. Freeland and Jacqueline B. Toner provide a step-by-step approach to help kids...

A Year in Practice: Seasonal Rituals and Prompts to Awaken Cycles of Creative Expression by Jacqueline Suskin. As we navigate the ebbs and flows of life, it's easy to lose touch with our creative...

A New York Times Bestselling Duo Returns with a New Story. Retired Secret Service agent Clint Hill has long kept the memories of his travels with Jacqueline Kennedy locked away, but when he discovers...

The Gosling Girl by Jacqueline Roy is a powerful and moving novel that interrogates the context of a child's crime and simplistic notions of evil. Michelle Cameron, known as the black girl who...

Dreamstreets: A Journey Through Britain's Village UtopiasBy Jacqueline Yallop, published by National Geographic Books.This book explores the rich histories of Britain's 'model' villages, which...

Tony Wilson - You're Entitled to an Opinion But. . . The story of Tony Wilson is one of contrasts and contradictions. Born into a unique family situation, with a gay father and a domineering mother,...

Beyond the Dark Veil: Post Mortem and Mourning Photography from The Thanatos Archive is a poignant collection of over 120 extraordinary photographs and related ephemera documenting the practice of...

Two Brothers is a dual biography of the Charlton brothers, Jack and Bobby, who enjoyed great success as football players and together won the World Cup for England. The book explores the tensions...

Close Protection: Luxury & Hostile Environments offers a realistic perspective on the close protection industry, drawing on the author's 35 years of experience. The book challenges common...

The Big Book of Blob Trees offers a unique approach to exploring feelings and emotions. This collection of 70 Blob trees provides a range of scenarios to discuss and understand emotions, empathy, and...

The Diversity of Life by E.O. Wilson is a comprehensive account of how life on earth evolved and became diverse.Wilson's masterful storytelling explores the intricate relationships between species...

Hidden in Plain View: A Secret Story of Quilts and the Underground Railroad A fascinating story of friendship, tradition, and discovery, revealing how enslaved individuals used encoded quilts to...

Jacqueline Kennedy's life has been the subject of much speculation and myth-making. This book offers a fresh perspective on her private years, shedding new light on her enduring legacy.Edward Klein,...

The Plague: Living Death In Our Times by Jacqueline Rose In recent years, we have witnessed unprecedented global crises that have tested our collective humanity. Amidst the devastating loss and...

Jacqueline Rose's Mothers is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex and often contradictory nature of motherhood. Drawing on a wide range of cultural references and historical observations,...

Snow White, Black Heart by Jacqueline Rayner is a gripping retelling of a story. Written for struggling readers, this series aims to engage reluctant readers with carefully controlled language levels...

Rick Wilson's Everything Trump Touches Dies is a scathing critique of the conservative movement and its leader. In this comprehensive analysis, Wilson exposes the damage caused by Donald Trump to the...

The Moth and the Mountain: A True Story of Love, War, and Everest In the 1930s, Maurice Wilson, a World War I veteran, embarked on a daring plan to conquer Everest. He would fly a Gipsy Moth...

On a dreary day, a brother and sister heed their grandmother's advice to use their minds and lift themselves up. With imagination, they soar above their boredom and quarrels, leaving anger behind...

Bad Karma: The True Story of a Mexico Trip from HellIn the summer of 1978, a young man embarked on a dream surf trip to mainland Mexico, unaware that his companions were hiding secrets that would put...

Introducing a new way to cook for your family. This book offers 130+ recipes suitable from 6 months old, allowing you to wean your baby and feed your family together in under 30 minutes. Say goodbye...

Discover the evolution of diesel locomotives in the railroading industry during the steam-to-diesel transition era, spanning from around 1935 to 1960. This comprehensive guide showcases the...

Leadership and Ethics by Jacqueline Boaks and Michael P. Levine is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of leadership and its relationship with ethics. The book tackles key questions from a...

Fidelity: A Guide to Being a One-Woman Man by Douglas Wilson explores the challenges of maintaining self-control in today's world. With clear and direct language, Wilson tackles issues such as...

A. N. Wilson's memoir is a candid and often humorous account of his early life, marked by personal struggles and professional ambitions. From his childhood to his time as a prolific writer in London,...

Rocking the Boat by Paul Wilson is a thought-provoking account of one man's determination to challenge racism in policing. In this memoir, Wilson recounts his experiences as a black police officer in...

A film director's ambitious experiment in the online marketplace jungle sets off a chain of events that blur the lines between life and art. A struggling actor is recruited for a mysterious film, but...

A poignant and uplifting novel about the unbreakable bond between a boy and his dog, A Dog's Hope is a heart-wrenching yet ultimately hopeful tale of love and loyalty. When a scruffy golden retriever...

Discover the versatility of crackle weave with this comprehensive guide. Written by a noted weaving teacher, this book offers a detailed explanation of drafting and weaving the crackle structure,...

A Complete Guide to Reptiles of Australia is the most comprehensive field guide available on the subject, featuring detailed descriptions and images of all 1,109 species of Australian reptiles. This...

This Pearson Revise Edexcel GCSE Physics Higher Revision Workbook is designed to support your revision and exam practice from the start of your GCSE course. Created by exam experts, it helps you get...

Rebuild Your Volkswagen Air-Cooled Engine with Confidence This comprehensive guide covers all models from 1961 on up, providing step-by-step instructions on how to troubleshoot, remove, tear down,...

Hardcover, 144 pages, published 2017. For fans of the hit AMC television series, this cookbook brings the world of survival and cooking together. Featuring recipes inspired by the show, as well as...

The Titanic's legacy lives on in the stories of its survivors. On 15 April 1912, the ship's tragic fate was sealed, leaving behind a haunting silence that would echo through the lives of those who...

Supporting People Through Loss and Grief: A Comprehensive Guide for Counsellors and Practitioners This handbook provides a thorough introduction to counselling and supporting individuals experiencing...

Talking About BPD is a positive and stigma-free guide to life with borderline personality disorder (BPD) from Rosie Cappuccino. Rosie shares her own experiences and offers advice on living with BPD,...

Touched by the Sun: My Friendship with JackieA chance encounter at a summer party blossomed into an improbable but enduring friendship between two women from different worlds. Carly Simon and...

This Christmas cookbook is a year-round companion, filled with recipes to warm your belly and your home. From traditional turkey and goose to more adventurous options like porchetta and celeriac...

Shane McIntyre will stop at nothing to protect the love of his life. When Howard Kline, a convicted kidnapper, sets out to exact revenge on Beth Jamison, Shane will be waiting for him, ready to put...

Nail your Higher Chemistry with practice questions and mixed exam questions. This comprehensive guide covers every topic of the curriculum, helping you master even the trickiest subjects. Review...

The Triple Thinkers: Twelve Essays on Literary Subjects is a collection of essays by Edmund Wilson, offering insightful commentary on literary subjects and authors. Wilson's writings cover a range of...

Edward O. Wilson's Letters to a Young Scientist offers guidance for those seeking a successful career in science.Drawing on his own experiences, spanning sixty years of teaching and mentoring, Wilson...

Swindled: From Poison Sweets to Counterfeit Coffee - the Dark History of the Food Cheats by Bee Wilson. The history of food is often seen as a tale of nourishment and sustenance, but it also has a...

The Solicitors Accounts 3rd Edition is a comprehensive guide to preparing and submitting accounts for solicitors. Written by Jacqueline Kempton, this updated edition provides detailed guidance on the...

Cognitive Therapy in Practice: A Case Formulation Approach by Jacqueline B. Persons provides a detailed account of cognitive behavior therapy in practice. The author shares her approach, outlining...

A History of British Serial Killing: The Shocking Account of Jack the Ripper, Harold Shipman and BeyondBy the UK's leading criminologist, David Wilson, this book tells the stories of Britain's serial...

Colin Wilson's lesser-known writings showcase his remarkable gifts as a writer and thinker in this essential collection.This volume brings together 17 of Colin Wilson's best published introductions,...

Fashion Africa offers a comprehensive guide to contemporary African fashion, compiled with an ethical perspective. Jacqueline Shaw presents Africa as a vital hub for trade within the global...

The White Lady is a captivating stand-alone mystery from Jacqueline Winspear, author of the bestselling Maisie Dobbs series.This gripping novel is a self-contained puzzle that will keep you guessing...

Marcia Williams was a trailblazing figure in British politics, serving as Harold Wilson's first female political adviser. Her relationship with the Prime Minister was shrouded in mystery, with some...

The Ipswich Serial Murders: A True Crime Account In January 2006, the quiet town of Ipswich was plunged into fear as five women were brutally murdered over the course of just fifty days. Journalist...

Ants are a force to be reckoned with. According to renowned scientist E.O. Wilson, they are "the most warlike of all animals", with colonies clashing in epic battles that dwarf historical events like...

Criminal Law by Jacqueline Martin provides a clear and concise explanation of the key concepts in this subject area. The book covers essential topics such as actus reus, mens rea, and strict...

C.S. Lewis's writing has had a profound impact on Douglas Wilson's life and thought. In this collection of essays, Wilson explores Lewis's ideas on salvation, creation, heaven, hell, and education,...