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The Unusual Suspect: The Remarkable True Story of a Modern-Day Robin Hood by Ben Machell tells the remarkable story of Stephen Jackley, a young man with Asperger's Syndrome who decided to change the...

Xan Fielding's memoir of his wartime exploits is a remarkable account of one man's bravery and ingenuity. In 1942, he landed on German-occupied Crete with orders to disrupt the resupply of Rommel's...

When a homeless man is found dead in an abandoned tube station, detectives Denning and Fisher are shocked to discover he has been stabbed. The victim's identity as a man involved in a serious fraud...

The Snow-Walker's Son is a story of intrigue and magic set against the backdrop of an icy winter. When Jessa and Thorkil are banished to the North, they face a harsh reality: they will be imprisoned...

A Thief in the Village brings James Berry's Caribbean childhood to vivid life through a collection of contemporary short stories. Gustas' desperate attempt to save his banana tree, Nenna and...

The Annam Jewel A Golden Age Mystery by Patricia Wentworth A mysterious gemstone has been at the centre of a trail of unhappiness for its owners. The Annam Jewel, stolen from a remote shrine, is said...

The Colour Thief of Bristol is a heartwarming story about two friends who live in a vibrant city. When a mysterious man arrives at their school and takes away all the colour, they set out to find him...

Butch Cassidy: The True Story of an American Outlaw This biography offers a fresh perspective on the life of Butch Cassidy, a man whose legend has been shaped by myth and folklore. Charles Leerhsen...

Trust Me When I Lie is a gripping true crime fiction novel that delves into the darker side of storytelling. When a new body turns up, the truth unravels for Jack Quick, a man who built his...

Jilly Cooper's Polo is a thrilling tale of love, obsession, and the high-stakes world of polo. When tragedy strikes, a young girl's life is forever changed, setting her on a journey to win back a man...

London, 1728. A young man is driven to the gallows at Tyburn, accused of murder. But Tom Hawkins is innocent, and he must prove it before it's too late. His troubles began when he told the most...

Red Mist: An Ultra-Authentic Action Thriller Ex-Special Forces veteran turned vigilante Mallory is trying to keep out of trouble, but one night in a bar he meets an old man afraid for his...

Calvin: A Study of the Man and His Times Emanuel Stickelberger's biography of John Calvin offers a fresh perspective on the life of one of history's most influential figures. Against the backdrop of...

When a new killer begins to stalk the historic city of Eborby, Carmel Hennessy finds herself at the centre of a terrifying investigation. The Resurrection Man, a killer who binds and asphyxiates his...

Robert Mitchum: A Life of Rebel Cool Robert Mitchum was a Hollywood icon whose on-screen persona was matched only by his real-life exploits. A hobo in the Depression, he turned to movie acting after...

Princess Hyacinth has a problem: she floats. To keep her feet firmly on the ground, the king and queen have taken some unusual measures - pebbles in her socks and a heavy crown to weigh her down. But...

The Wall by Jean-Paul Sartre is a poignant and thought-provoking collection of short fiction that explores the human condition. This 1939 work, published just before Sartre's most influential theatre...

Burt Wulff, a former army veteran, has been transformed by his experiences in Vietnam. Now, he uses his skills to take down a powerful drug network in New York and then San Francisco. With a newfound...

A full-color graphic novel spin-off series from the creators of the bestselling Last Kids on Earth. Max Brallier's latest project brings together Jack, Quint, June, and Dirk in a new adventure. When...

Martin Scorsese: A Journey offers an intimate look at the life and career of one of America's most acclaimed filmmakers. Through exclusive interviews with Scorsese himself, his colleagues, and family...

The Host A Novel by Stephenie Meyer. In a world where an alien species has invaded and taken over human minds, one woman refuses to fade away. Wanderer, the invading 'soul', is given Melanie's body,...

David Cameron: A Life Revealed This authoritative biography offers a fascinating insight into the life of Britain's youngest Prime Minister for nearly 200 years. Based on hundreds of interviews with...

Aria The International Bestseller by Nazanine Hozar is a sweeping saga about the Iranian revolution. In 1950s Tehran, an abandoned baby's cries attract the attention of a young man who saves her,...

Abraham Lincoln: A Life from Beginning to End Abraham Lincoln's life was marked by both great struggle and remarkable resilience. Born on the American frontier, he faced numerous challenges from a...

Townes Van Zandt: A Life of Song This is the first serious biography of a man widely regarded as one of America's greatest songwriters. Townes Van Zandt's life was marked by turmoil and creativity,...

Reg Smythe, the creator of the iconic cartoon character Andy Capp, found solace in his "dancing bear" persona, which brought him international recognition and freed him from the burden of fame. This...

Buried Too Deep by Karen Rose is a gripping thriller that explores the complex web of secrets and lies that can destroy a life. When the body of a man believed to be dead is discovered, his daughter...

Iron John: A Search for a New Vision of Manhood Robert Bly's Iron John explores the idea that traditional images of masculinity are no longer sufficient for men. Drawing on psychology, anthropology,...

Nick Gentry, the most seductive and dangerous man in England, has been sent to find Charlotte Howard, a runaway bride who has disappeared without a trace. But when he finds her, Nick is stunned by...

Dorothy Dunnett's fifth book in The Lymond Chronicles series, The Ringed Castle, is a tale of intrigue and deception. In this gripping novel, a young woman's quest for truth leads her down a...

The story of Antinoos and Hadrian is one of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. In 130 AD, the body of a young man was found on the banks of the Nile, sparking a mystery that would last for centuries...

Behind the curtain of one of Britain's greatest songwriters, a refreshingly honest and intimate story unfolds. Gary Barlow shares his personal journey through the last five decades, revealing the...

A Thousand Roads Home by Carmel Harrington is a beautifully moving and uplifting novel about one man's journey towards healing and hope.When Tom, a man struggling to come to terms with his past,...

A Little God Time for Men 365 Daily Devotions by BroadStreet Publishing Group LLC This daily devotional is designed to help you cultivate a deeper relationship with God, equipping you to be a man of...

It was the day the clocks went back. That's when I decided to kill him.Danny's life is turned upside down when his mother starts dating a new man, Callum. At first, everything seems perfect - he has...

A trans boy searches for a future and romance in this heartwrenching YA reimagining of Pride & Prejudice. In 1812 London, Oliver Bennet feels trapped by society's expectations and the constraints of...

Walt and His Park by Phil Gramlich is an intimate look at the life and legacy of Walt Disney. This captivating book delves into the lesser-known stories of the man behind the mouse, featuring...

The Great Santini A Novel by Pat Conroy is a powerful and moving semi-autobiographical novel about the complex relationships within a family. At its centre is Bull Meecham, a man who rules his...

A haunting and psychological tale of a man's desperate search for answers, Franz Kafka's The Trial is a masterpiece of modern literature. Joseph K., an ordinary man, finds himself accused of a crime...

A young man's journey to London in the late 1990s is marked by an optimistic spirit and a desire to study radical Christianity. However, as he delves deeper into this charismatic movement, he begins...

Ilya Ilyich Oblomov, a man of indolent aristocracy, spends most of his days in bed. With sympathetic humor and compassion, this masterful portrait of upper-class decline explores the life of a man...

A century has passed since the heroic defence of Dros Delnoch. But the people of the land face a new terror: a mad emperor kept in power by two forces of unsurpassed evil. The Joinings are werebeasts...

Alexander Pope's Essay on Man has been largely overlooked in recent centuries, despite its significant influence on 18th-century thought. This poem, comprising four Epistles, explores fundamental...

Beobrand is a young man with a shadowy past, forced to join his brother as a warrior in the household of King Edwin. As he navigates the treacherous landscape of Dark Age Britain, Beobrand must learn...

Don Whillans' remarkable life has left an indelible mark on generations of climbers. His 1970 ascent of Annapurna's South Face, achieved with Dougal Haston, remains one of the most impressive climbs...

Mixing Pop and Politics: A Radical History of Popular Music Toby Manning's provocative exploration of popular music through a Marxist lens. Spanning seven decades, this book reveals how music has...

Berlin 1933: When the parties stop...the dying begins. In this gripping mystery, BBC foreign correspondent Simon Sampson risks his life to save thousands of gay men from Nazi oppression. Set against...

The Bone Readers by Jacob Ross is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the dark secrets of a Caribbean island. A young man's murder sets off a chain of events that draws in a unique plain...

I was born a monster. Cruelty ran in my veins like poison. It's a legacy that has shaped me into the person I am today - a man driven by brutality and ruled by fear. My father taught me to rule...

George Ivanovitch Gurdjieff was a man shrouded in mystery. His life and teachings have captivated many, but behind the myth lies a profound body of thought. This book presents an accessible...

Set in 1351 England, The Lawless Land is a gripping historical adventure that combines authenticity and thrills. When Gerard Fox's ancestral home is stolen from him, he sets out to petition the one...

Fausto Coppi: A Life of Triumph and Turmoil Fausto Coppi was a man who embodied the spirit of Italy's post-war rebirth. As one of history's greatest cyclists, he achieved mythical status for his...

Gene Kranz's memoir of his time as a NASA flight director takes readers on a thrilling journey through the early days of the Mercury program to the Apollo 11 moon landing and the ill-fated Apollo 13...

Falsettos is a poignant and humorous exploration of love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. Written by William Finn and James Lapine, this book is the companion piece to the...

Israel Rank: The Autobiography of a Criminal Israel Rank has many advantages and qualities that should enable an ordinary man to get through life successfully. However, he is not content to be an...

The Duke of Jervaulx was a man of great reputation, known for his reckless and extravagant lifestyle. In the eyes of the public, he was a womanising rake, with his exploits frequently featured in...

American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century In the world of serial killers, few names are as unknown as Israel Keyes. This is a story about a man who evaded...

A humorous and honest account of the author's experience with vasectomy, "The Vasectomy Diaries" is a candid and comedic tale of one man's journey to sterilization. Written in a unique and engaging...

Five masterful dramatic works from one of the world's best-loved playwrights are collected in this Penguin Classics edition. Anton Chekhov's plays offer a new sort of drama that lays bare the...

Discover the extraordinary life of Captain Sir Richard Francis Burton, a man whose real-life accomplishments are the stuff of legend. This gripping biography, first published as a New York Times...

Charlie Bronson has spent 28 of the last 30 years in solitary confinement, earning a fearsome reputation as one of the world's toughest and most dangerous convicts. Yet, despite his notorious past,...

Backdoor Friends: Erotic Stories For Gay Men by Drake Reynolds This anthology of erotic gay fiction explores the joys of unexpected relationships. Three men discover the true meaning of intimacy in...

Alexander McQueen: The Fashion Icon This book is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the life and career of Lee Alexander McQueen, one of the most provocative and innovative fashion...

James Bond: The Authorised Biography is a biography of the man behind the myth. John Pearson's first encounter with the real James Bond was a striking one, and it was this meeting that led him to...

The Lost Soul is a beautifully illustrated meditation on the fullness of life, exploring the human capacity to live in peace with ourselves. A Nobel Prize-winning novelist, Olga Tokarczuk, weaves a...

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a heart-wrenching tale of a man's transformation. Ebenezer Scrooge's life is marked by selfishness and loneliness, but on a single terrifying night, he is...

Bend Sinister is a dystopian novel that explores a society under the control of a tyrannical regime. The state has been taken over by the 'Average Man' party, which promotes equality and happiness...

A life of contradictions, marked by excess and refinement. Mick Jagger is a figure of enduring fascination, whose career has spanned over four decades and defied categorization. This biography offers...

Francis of Assisi: A Man of Uncommon Character Donald Spoto's biography offers a fresh perspective on the life of Francis of Assisi, stripping away the legends to reveal a complex and multifaceted...

Somerset Maugham was a man of contradictions. On the surface, his life seemed to be one of luxury and success, with a lavish villa in France and connections to Hollywood's elite. However, beneath...

Wilfred Thesiger's remarkable life is a testament to his unwavering spirit and unrelenting curiosity. Born in Abyssinia, he grew up amidst the tumultuous politics of the region, witnessing the return...

Lampedusa is a poignant and introspective novel that explores the complexities of memory, mortality, and the human experience. Set against the backdrop of post-war Sicily, the story follows a man's...

A poignant coming-of-age memoir about one man's struggle to cope with his father's terminal illness. When Freddy was 21, his dad was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a particularly aggressive type of...

The worlds of Spider-Man and the X-Men collide in a thrilling tale of revenge and deception. When two infamous clones, Chasm and the Goblin Queen, join forces to claim what's rightfully theirs, the...

Writing a wedding speech can be daunting, but with the right guidance, you can deliver a confident and memorable speech that leaves a lasting impression. This practical guide provides expert advice...

A man with an obsessive-compulsive disorder has developed a unique approach to his life as a career criminal. He meticulously plans every move, creating intricate rituals that bring order to his...

Billy's aspirations for stardom in 1960s Liverpool are dashed when he becomes pregnant and marries hastily. Seeking honest work at sea, his ship sinks with Billy presumed dead. Upon return, he finds...

The Discovery of Genesis: How the Truths of Genesis Were Found Hidden in the Chinese Language This book presents a fascinating linguistic analysis of the Chinese language, revealing surprising...

Derek Jarman's diary of his famous garden at Dungeness is a powerful account of his life as an HIV positive man in the 1980s. The garden, which he created on the barren coast of his cottage, became a...

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde A novel as flamboyant and controversial as its author, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a tale of a young man's descent into decadence and cruelty. His...

At the age of twenty-three, Ernesto 'Che' Guevara embarked on a journey across Latin America with his friend Alberto Granado, accompanied by a single 1939 Norton motorcycle. Their travels took them...

The Spectre of Alexander Wolf by Gaito Gazdanov A short story about a man's killing of a soldier, told from the victim's point of view, sets off a strange quest to find the elusive author. The story...

A gripping medico-legal mystery thriller with an original twist, Hosting Andrew is a gripping tale that questions what it means to have a soul, a sense of self. When a man's dark memories don't...

Thomas Bernhard's life was marked by hardship and loss, yet it was in these circumstances that he found his unique perspective and voice. Born to an abandoned mother, Bernhard was raised by an...

Billy Byron was one of the most decorated privates of the First World War, renowned for his bravery. However, what if it were possible to save one too many lives? This is the story of Billy's attempt...

A man's mutilated body is found on Tentsmuir beach after his fishing boat becomes stranded during a fierce storm. As DCI Andy Gilchrist investigates, he uncovers a complex web of crime and corruption...

Double Crossed: A Code of Honour, a Complete Betrayal A gripping memoir about one man's journey through war, betrayal and redemption. Brian Wood recounts his experiences in Iraq, including the...

Chopin: A Biography of Authority and Wit Adam Zamoyski's biography of Chopin is a compelling new account that cuts through the myth and anecdote surrounding the composer's life. By scouring archives...

A man's life is one of solitude and self-imposed isolation. Hector Loursat, a lawyer, has retreated from society after his wife left him eighteen years ago. His only comfort was in the endless...

A sparkling Regency mystery by Amanda Quick, this is the perfect escape for the summer. Imogen Waterstone has always prided herself on being a thoroughly independent young woman, but now she needs a...

Confusion is a novella that explores the complex relationship between the heart and the mind. A young man's life in Berlin is disrupted when his father sends him to university in a provincial town,...

The Trial of Roger Stone by Milo Yiannopoulos is a gripping account of one man's fight against injustice. In this eyewitness trial, Yiannopoulos sheds light on the life and career of Roger Stone, a...

Reacher's Rules: Life Lessons from Jack Reacher brings together the man's own rules for survival and success in this engaging collection. A series of witty, insightful quotes offers practical advice...

Vendetta in Death An Eve Dallas Thriller (Book 49) by J. D. Robb is a gripping police procedural that delves into the darker side of human nature. When a family man is brutally murdered and left for...

Alfred Hitchcock was a complex figure, marked by contradictions. As a child, he was both fearful and ambitious, with a vivid imagination that took him on imaginary voyages across Europe. This inner...

Enzo Ferrari: A Life by Richard Williams is an in-depth biography that delves into the remarkable story of one man who left an indelible mark on the world of speed. With unprecedented access to...

The Son of a Witch: The Wicked Years Vintage Collection Ten years after a mysterious event, a young man is discovered bruised and comatose in the land of Oz. Tended to by a silent novice with musical...

The Richard Burton Diaries is a candid and engaging account of the life of the legendary actor, published in its entirety for the first time. Spanning over four decades, from 1939 to 1983, these...

Patrick McGoohan: A Life Patrick McGoohan's on-screen presence was unmistakable, captivating audiences with his fiery persona and charisma. But who was the man behind the scenes, with a career that...

Stephen King's life and work are a fascinating study in contrasts. Behind the masterful tales of horror and suspense that have captivated millions, lies a complex and deeply personal story. This...