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Unlock your fastest 5K with Pete Magill's expert guidance. This comprehensive guide reveals the 25 crucial keys to setting your next personal record, gained from leading teams to USA national...

The Science of Reading in Action: Brain-Friendly Strategies for Teachers Helping students learn to read is a crucial goal for many educators, but the reality is that 67% of children in the US are not...

At the age of twelve, under the Wind Moon, Will is given a horse, a key, and a map, and sent alone into the Indian Nation to run a trading post as a bound boy. This pivotal moment sets him on a path...

A fresh and up-to-date interpretation of India's rich history, this book explores themes in ancient, medieval and modern India. Peter Robb's accessible study analyses India's civilizations, empires...

The Bigfoot Book: A Comprehensive Guide to Sasquatch and Beyond This definitive guide explores the fascinating world of bipedal primates, delving into 400 years of folklore, mythology, history, and...

The Great War & the Middle East A Strategic Study by Robert Johnson The First World War in the Middle East had far-reaching consequences, reshaping the region's politics and geography. As the Ottoman...

The Curse of Bigness: How Corporate Giants Came to Rule the World By Tim Wu Atlantic Books, 2020 In recent years, the major nations of the world have allowed corporate giants to expand without...

The raw concrete buildings of the 1960s constitute one of the greatest flowering of architecture the world has ever seen. This period saw unprecedented technological innovation and an explosion of...

Operation Relentless: The Hunt for the Richest, Deadliest Criminal in History by Damien Lewis. Viktor Bout, known as the 'Merchant of Death', was a ruthless arms dealer and former KGB officer who...

American Ramble: A 330-mile walk from Washington, D.C. to New York City, a journey of personal and national renewal. In the spring of 2021, Neil King Jr. embarked on a 26-day trek across historic...

On a fateful January morning in 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger was launched despite warnings from several individuals, including Allan McDonald. The resulting disaster remains an indelible image...

Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World by Henry Grabar is a beguiling and absurdly hilarious investigation into the nation's parking crisis. The author, a Slate staff writer, surveys the...

The Book of Isaiah Chapters 1-39 by John Oswalt The book of Isaiah is a powerful testimony to the character of God and his covenant purposes. When faced with impending doom, the kingdom of Judah...

Australia's Indigenous People: A Land of Rich History and Legacy The history of Australia's Indigenous people is a story of resilience and survival, spanning thousands of years. From the moment...

Written in the Stars A Novel by Alexandria Bellefleur is a delightful queer rom-com about a free-spirited social media astrologer who agrees to fake a relationship with a grumpy actuary until New...

The Mai-Kai History and Mystery of the Iconic Tiki Restaurant is a unique collection of over 400 photographs commemorating the 60th anniversary of the legendary Mai-Kai Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale,...

Sherlock Holmes - 1888 Autumn of Blood: The Thames Torso Murders in the Shadow of Jack the Ripper In the late 19th century, London was gripped by a series of brutal murders that shocked the nation...

Hilary Mantel's A Memoir of My Former Self is a unique collection of essays that reveal the mind of one of the great English novelists of the last half-century. Spanning four decades, this book...

Discover the incredible stories of 50 of the world's greatest explorers and their remarkable adventures. This book brings to life the experiences of these trailblazers through their own words,...

BGE S1-S3 Science: Third and Fourth Levels This comprehensive course book is designed to support the CfE Curriculum for Excellence and SQA Level BGE S1-3. It covers all the necessary Benchmarks for...

The Little History of England by Jonathan McGovern Discover the fascinating story of England's rise to power and its tumultuous history. From the union of warring Germanic kingdoms to the present...

The Cartel by Stephen Breen and Owen Conlon is a gripping account of the rise of the Kinahan gang and the deadly feud that has shocked the nation. At the heart of the story is Christy Kinahan, a...

A gripping true Victorian murder mystery unfolds in Great Yarmouth, September 1900. A young woman is found dead on the beach, a bootlace tied tightly around her neck, sparking a nationwide...

A Savage War of Peace: Algeria 1954-1962 The Algerian War, which lasted from 1954 to 1962, was a pivotal and tumultuous period in modern history. The conflict had far-reaching consequences, including...

Learn and remember French grammar and vocabulary with the help of unforgettable memory tricks. Maria Rice-Jones' updated guide is designed to meet the requirements of the 2014 National Curriculum for...

The Political Economy of International Relations by Robert Gilpin and Jean M. Gilpin The establishment of the post-World War II international institutional framework was a pivotal moment in world...

Dorset's military heritage is a complex and fascinating story that spans centuries. From the Iron Age strongholds of the Durotriges tribes to the modern sea forts and nuclear bunkers of the Cold War,...

In the darkest days of World War II, three lives intersect in a poignant tale of love, compassion, and determination. Against the backdrop of a nation scarred by war, a group of individuals come...

This schools' edition of Mark Haddon's novel has been adapted for the stage by Simon Stephens and is perfect for Key Stages 3 and 4. When Mrs Shears's dog is found dead, Christopher sets out to solve...

Bulelani Ngcuka's story is one of courageous activism and unwavering conviction. As National Director of Public Prosecutions in 2003, he made a decision that would have far-reaching consequences: not...

William I (Penguin Monarchs) England's Conqueror by Marc Morris The coronation of William, Duke of Normandy, on Christmas Day 1066 was a tumultuous event that set the tone for his reign. As he took...

The Viking London By Thomas Williams HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2020 London was a city transformed by the Vikings, who brought with them a maelstrom of change and upheaval. Between 842 and...

The Rough Guide to Cuba offers expert advice and insider tips for your trip to this vibrant island nation. With detailed travel information, practical guides to getting around, and recommendations...

Black Elk Speaks: A Visionary's Story for All Humanity. This powerful and inspirational message shares the story of Nicholas Black Elk, an Oglala Lakota visionary and healer, and his people during...

Lindsay Chamberlain, a forensic anthropologist, is left for dead in a shallow grave after a brutal attack. When her memory returns, she struggles to cope with the trauma and ignores the investigation...

Rebels: Youth and the Cold War Origins of Identity by Leerom Medovoi explores how figures like Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and James Dean embodied dissent and defiance during the early years of the...

Understand the Cyber Attacker Mindset: A Strategic Approach to Defending Against Threats. This comprehensive guide explores the psychology of cyber warfare and provides expert guidance on how...

The enemy in Washington is more to be feared than the enemy in Moscow. Communism did not destroy the protection created by George Washington, nor did it force the United States to adopt the graduated...

The Pentagon's Brain: An Uncensored History of DARPA, America's Top-Secret Military Research Agency This is the first-ever history of the Defense Department's most secret and powerful military...

The Invisible College: What a Group of Scientists Has Discovered about UFO Influences on the Human Race by Jacques Vallee. For over 40 years, a small group of researchers has been investigating cases...

The Art of Dying Well: A Practical Guide to a Good End of Life This thoughtful guide offers a common sense approach to living as well as possible for as long as possible, and adapting to change...

The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule In 1971, Ann Rule met a charismatic young man who would become her close friend and confidant. Three years later, a series of brutal murders shook the nation, and...

The Abduction of Betty and Barney Hill: Alien Encounters, Civil Rights, and the New Age in America In 1960s America, a shocking story of alien abduction captivated the nation. The Hills, an...

The H-6/Model 500 Helicopter: A Small but Mighty Story The H-6/Model 500 helicopter may be small in size, but its history is big on action and intrigue. Wayne Mutza's book tells the story of this...

The story of the Thompson gun in Great Britain is a fascinating one, meticulously researched and documented by Tom Davis. This book sheds new light on the British adoption and procurement of the...

Imperial China: The Definitive Visual History brings to life the long and rich history of China's great dynasties, spanning over 5,000 years. This comprehensive guide explores pivotal events,...

For healthcare professionals and students caring for newborns, Examination of the Newborn is an essential guide. The third edition of this evidence-based textbook reflects the latest British...

This paperback box set brings together all four novels in Suzanne Collins's Hunger Games series, including the prequel The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. The trilogy's unique blend of political...

The Silk Roads: A New History of the World by Peter Frankopan is a groundbreaking exploration of the world's past and its enduring impact on the present. This book challenges conventional notions of...

The perfect book for every home enthusiast, Mrs Hinch shares her sparkly cleaning tips and passion for tidying in this inspiring guide. With over 3 million followers, she has taken the nation by...

Fractions, Decimals and Percentages Book 3 is a comprehensive maths programme designed to support a mastery approach to teaching and learning fractions, decimals and percentages. The programme...

Aeneas, the legendary hero of the Trojan War, sets out on a perilous journey to fulfill his destiny as the founder of Rome. As he navigates treacherous seas and entangles himself in a tragic love...

Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice by Mark Singleton challenges our understanding of the modern yoga phenomenon. Contrary to popular belief, Singleton argues that the current health...

Turn your pupils into Grand Masters of Times Tables with this essential photocopiable book. Written by experienced teacher Sarah Farrell, this book provides Key Stage 2 pupils with the tools they...

Andrée Blouin's autobiography is a powerful account of her journey as an African revolutionary. Born in French Equatorial Africa and abandoned at a young age, Blouin's early life was marked by...

Beth Mead Collect Them All! is the inspiring true story of a young girl who found her passion in football. As a child, Beth was encouraged to play by her mother, and she quickly discovered a natural...

Battleships of World War I & World War II by E V Martindale offers a detailed guide to the major types of battleships that played a significant role in the two World Wars. From the early 20th...

The Sources of Social Power: Volume 4, Globalizations, 1945-2011 by Michael Mann This fourth volume of Michael Mann's analytical history of social power explores the complex interplay of four sources...

The Coast to Coast Path is a two-way guide to one of Britain's most iconic long-distance walking routes. Spanning 192 miles from the Irish Sea to the North Sea, the route takes you through three...

Surviving Tenko: The Story of Margot Turner tells the dramatic true story of a woman's survival against all odds during World War II. In 1942, Margot was on a cargo ship that was shelled, leaving her...

Captain Scott's story has become a deeply ingrained part of the national imagination, with his final words, 'I'm just going outside, and I may be some time,' etched in memory. This book delves into...

The Sinners All Bow by Kate Winkler Dawson is a true-crime narrative that delves into the 1832 murder investigation that inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter. On a cold winter day, Sarah...

She Who Shows the Way: Heaven's Messages for Our Turbulent Times by Christine Watkins In these end times, we seek heaven's guidance to navigate the storms ahead. This book is a message from Mother...

Czech Routes to Britain brings together the work of 21 painters, printmakers and sculptors who fled to Britain as refugees from National Socialism. The exhibition marks the 80th anniversary of...

The House Divided: A 1400-year-old schism between Sunni and Shia at the heart of the Middle East's regional conflicts and proxy wars. To understand this divide, we need to revisit its origins,...

The Killer Whale Journals chronicles Hanne Strager's decades-long journey into the lives of killer whales and an exploration of people's complex relationships with these big predators in the sea...

A Queen for All Seasons: A Celebration of Queen Elizabeth II on Her Platinum Jubilee by Joanna Lumley. This sparkling celebration of our much-loved monarch marks seventy years as Queen and Head of...

Bug Club Phonics - Phase 3 Unit 8: Chick Gets Lost by Jill Atkins is an engaging phonics resource designed to help children learn to read. Part of the Bug Club family, this programme aims to provide...

London's hidden corners and forgotten stories await discovery in this unique exploration of the city. As two of London's most seasoned detectives, Bryant and May share their expertise to reveal the...

Poverty and Welfare in England, 1700-1850 by Steven King offers a new perspective on how we should conceptualise poverty and how ordinary families and communities responded to it. This comprehensive...

The United States has been at war for nearly 70% of its history. Currently engaged in seven countries and operating special forces in 149 nations, the country's military involvement spans centuries...

Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul 21st Anniversary Edition has been refreshed and updated with new stories to help today's preteens be their best selves. This collection of stories shares experiences...

Discover the vibrant culture of Vietnam through engaging stories, songs, crafts, and games. This illustrated children's book is perfect for story time at home or in a classroom, offering an...

The Easy Interval Method offers a fresh approach to running training, one that challenges traditional methods and focuses on a lighter, more efficient way to improve performance. Written by Klaas...

David Thompson's epic journey across the Canadian West is a testament to the power of scientific advancement and exploration. Between 1784 and the early 19th century, Thompson spent nearly three...

The Final Day A John Matherson Novel by William R. Forstchen In the aftermath of an electromagnetic pulse, the United States has been plunged into darkness, starvation, and death. A small town, Black...

Abraham Lincoln's path to the presidency was marked by a unique blend of circumstances and character. In this highly original work, acclaimed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin explores how Lincoln's...

The Trial of Lizzie Borden by Cara Robertson The brutal murders of Andrew and Abby Borden in Fall River, Massachusetts, in August 1892, sent shockwaves across the nation and captivated the world's...

The 50th anniversary of the creation of the "Topgun" Navy Fighter School marks a pivotal moment in the history of American air warfare. In 1969, a young lieutenant commander, Dan Pedersen, was tasked...

Regeneration: The Rescue of a Wild Land is a story of conservation and the power of human effort to restore a damaged environment. In 1995, the National Trust for Scotland acquired Mar Lodge Estate...

The Logic of American Nuclear Strategy: Why Strategic Superiority Matters For decades, the prevailing view on nuclear weapons policy has been that the US needs only the ability to absorb an enemy...

The Battle of Leipzig: The History and Legacy of the Biggest Battle of the Napoleonic Wars The Battle of Leipzig, fought in October 1813, was a pivotal moment in the Napoleonic Wars. The four-day...

A national treasure's memoir is a worthwhile read for anyone who's ever been entertained by her iconic characters. Alison Steadman, critically acclaimed actress and star of Gavin and Stacey, shares...

Roku, the Avatar, is not the hero he expected to be. His best friend, Crown Prince Sozin, doubts his ability to wield the elements, and even his airbending master, Sister Disha, advises him to...

True Blue is a gripping thriller that follows Mace Perry, a former cop on the DC police force, as she seeks to rebuild her life after being framed for a crime she didn't commit. With a determination...

Standing at the Sky's Edge (West End Edition) by Chris Bush is a powerful and heartfelt exploration of community and what it means to call home. Originally written as a love letter to Sheffield, this...

The Hundred Years War: Trial by Battle by Jonathan Sumption In the late 14th century, England and France were locked in a bitter struggle that would last for a century. As the fortunes of the two...

The second volume of the remarkable diaries of Henry 'Chips' Channon takes us from the aftermath of the Munich agreement to the early years of the Second World War. This period of British history is...

Dino Dana: Dino Field Guide of Dinosaurs for Kids is a fun and informative guide to the world of dinosaurs. This alphabetically arranged field guide introduces kids to a range of fascinating...

Discover the fascinating story of the Anglo-Saxons, a group of people from Northern Germany who played a significant role in shaping British history. Despite their relatively short presence in...

Pearl Harbor's Revenge: The Devastated U.S. Battleships' Return to War The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, was a pivotal moment in World War II, resulting in significant losses...

Explore the fascinating world of flags with this comprehensive guide. Discover the intriguing stories and factoids behind the design of country, province, state, and special flags. Learn how these...

The Book of Common Prayer: A Complex Legacy For nearly 500 years, the Book of Common Prayer has been a ubiquitous presence in English language and culture, yet its history is marked by controversy...

Comprehension Ninja for Ages 8-9: Fiction and Poetry Comprehension Worksheets for Year 4 is a photocopiable resource designed to help pupils become fully fledged Comprehension Ninjas. This book...

The meanings of the Civil War were reinterpreted by labor movements in the decades following the conflict. For Matthew E. Stanley, the significance of this reinterpretation lies in the diverse ways...

The accession of James I marked a significant turning point in English history, as the country transitioned from the Tudor to the Stuart era. Susan Doran's book, From Tudor to Stuart: The Regime...

The Prophetic Warrior Operating in Your True Prophetic Authority by Emma Stark is a book that invites you to join a new breed of spiritually-enabled prophetic warriors. You can expect to experience a...

The Archaeology of Operation Nightingale: Broken Pots, Mending Lives The recovery of armed forces personnel from military conflicts can be a long-lasting experience. Archaeology, with its focus on...

The Battle of Britain Voices: 37 Fighter Pilots Tell Their Extraordinary Stories In the summer of 1940, Britain stood alone against the Nazi threat, with the fate of the nation hanging in the balance...

The Rogue by Trudi Canavan In a world where loyalty is tested and heroes are forged, the fragile peace between two nations is threatened by a rogue killer and a brewing rebellion. Lorkin, the son of...