939 results for 'Matt Parker'

Parker O'Hare's life is one of unpredictability - and not just because he's a cop. He's learned to expect anything from his job, but nothing could have prepared him for Katherine.At first, she was a...

A beautifully illustrated edition of Aesop's Fables has been published by the Bodleian Library. This collection features some of the best-loved fables, including "The Boy who Cried Wolf," "The Lion...

Dorothy Parker's The Custard Heart is a poignant and witty collection of short stories that explore the lives of women on the edge of society. These tales, penned by the legendary wit, reveal the...

The People of Providence: A Housing Estate and Some of Its Inhabitants by Tony Parker is a thought-provoking exploration of everyday life in a British housing estate. Through a series of essays and...

Charlie Parker faces his most formidable challenge in this gripping thriller. A young man is set to face the death penalty for the killing of Marianne Larousse, daughter of one of South Carolina's...

Justice Warriors Vol. 2 Vote Harder is a timely graphic novel that continues the hit futuristic satire series. In the ultra-protected enclave of Bubble City, veteran officer Swamp Cop embarks on a...

Shimura Takako's sensitive and charming manga series continues to explore the complexities of gender identity. Takatsuki-san and Nitori-kun, two middle-schoolers navigating their feelings, face new...

Follow Peter Parker's journey from an ordinary boy to Spider-Man, one of the most remarkable superheroes in history. A chance encounter with a radioactive spider changes his life forever, turning him...

Understorey: A Year Among Weeds Artist and writer Anna Chapman Parker records her observations of a year spent closely examining weeds, our most ubiquitous plants, in prose and original line drawings...

A group of war veterans, seeking a better life, colonize an abandoned island, bringing everything they need to survive. However, their dream of friendship and a peaceful existence is shattered by an...

A thrilling tale of obsession and transformation, Kraven's Last Hunt sees Kraven the Hunter set on a final, desperate hunt to prove his superiority over his arch-nemesis. With his quarry elusive as...

This primer on authentic education explores how mind and heart can work together in the learning process. By moving beyond the current model of education, Parker Palmer discovers the soul of...

The Amazing Spider-Man: The Secret of the Petrified Tablet is a pivotal story in the Marvel universe. Two powerful crime lords are on a quest to decipher an ancient petrified tablet, whose secrets...

The media plays a profound role in shaping our world, influencing how we live and interact with one another. From television bulletins to social media newsfeeds, the media has become an integral part...

Sinéad O'Connor's music and activism have been the subject of much debate and misunderstanding. This book offers a fresh perspective on her life and career, arguing that she has been repeatedly...

Sex Criminals Volume 3: Three the Hard Way The raucous sex comedy that won Comic of the Year and was called "inappropriate for sale on iOS devices" returns. Jon and Suzie are not alone in their...

A solitary lifeboat remains bobbing on the wild blue Pacific after the sinking of a cargo ship. The only survivors from the wreck are Pi Patel and four other animals, including a hyena, a wounded...

Why Infant Reflux Matters by Carol Smyth Understanding infant reflux is crucial for providing the best care for your baby. Research reveals that reflux is a normal occurrence in young babies, and...

No matter what the music, no matter what our name. No matter what our language . . . our smiles are the same! This jolly rhyming book shares a comforting message that we all have equal value, no...

Little Tiger Starts School is a heartwarming story about starting school for the first time. A young tiger named Little Tiger is excited to begin his new adventure, but worries about making friends...

Discover 50 graded day walks in Switzerland's stunning Valais region, exploring the picturesque areas around Zermatt and Saas-Fee. From beginner-friendly routes to more challenging hikes, this...

Why Bushwick Bill Matters explores the life and legacy of a groundbreaking musician who defied conventions with his music and message.Born with dwarfism, Bushwick Bill was a central figure in the...

Behaviour Matters: Gecko Is Frustrated is a gentle introduction to the concept of frustration for young children, helping them find ways to recognise and deal with their frustrated feelings.This...

Croc Needs to Wait is a charming story about the importance of patience. Croc can never wait for anything, always interrupting and rushing through life. Can he learn to slow down and take his turn?...

Steve McQueen's Motorcycles: The King of Cool's Two-Wheelers Steve McQueen's affinity for motorcycles began early in his life, with the first Harley he bought as an acting student in New York marking...

The winter of 1353 has been appallingly wet. A fever outbreak amongst the poorer townspeople and the country is still recovering from the aftermath of the plague. Tensions between the town, Church,...

Holly Liddell has been stuck in a centuries-long relationship with her vampire boyfriend, Elton, since 1987. However, when he left her at a gas station, she realized that being young forever meant...

Cheetah Gets Lost is a heartwarming story about a young cheetah who finds himself lost and alone. With the help of his uncle Hippo, Cheetah learns to stay calm and remember what to do to stay safe...

Lemur Feels Let Down is a gentle introduction to the concept of disappointment for young children, helping them find ways to recognise and overcome their disappointed feelings. This funny and...

A Plague on Both Your Houses by Susanna Gregory is set in 1348 Cambridge, where a terrible pestilence has ravaged Europe and is now threatening England. In this gripping mystery, physician Matthew...

For parents of babies with feeding difficulties, navigating the complex journey to a diagnosis of tongue-tie can be challenging. This book provides a clear and comprehensive guide to understanding...

Get your book in front of readers with effective marketing strategies.This practical guide is packed with simple techniques to help you build a marketing plan that drives sales. From launching a...

Irvin D. Yalom and Marilyn Yalom share a deeply personal and poignant story of love, loss, and the meaning of life in this heart-wrenching account of their experience with mortality. When Marilyn was...

The Black Angel is a story about a young woman who goes missing from the streets of New York, and the lengths to which those who have taken her will go to keep her hidden. But as the investigation...

Gwen Stacy, Spider-Woman, has a story that's different from what you might know. On another world, it was Gwen who was bitten by a radioactive spider and developed amazing powers. She became the...

Birth at home is a reality for many women in the 21st century, yet it often faces obstacles despite robust evidence of its safety and benefits. Natalie Meddings explores the challenges and...

The Thirteenth Chronicle of Matthew Bartholomew by Susanna Gregory The winter of 1353 has been a harsh one, with a fever outbreak affecting the poorer townspeople and the country still reeling from...

Turtle Comes Out of Her Shell: A Book About Feeling Shy This charming story is a great way to help young children understand and overcome their shyness. Turtle has a beautiful singing voice, but...

Breastfeeding Grief and Trauma Matter is a thought-provoking exploration of the emotional impact of breastfeeding difficulties on women. Amy Brown's research sheds light on the often-overlooked...

Behaviour Matters: Kiwi Tidies Up - a Book about Being Messy Kiwi Tidies Up is a charming story about the consequences of being messy. The book follows the adventures of a young character who learns...

A psychological thriller from bestselling author Valerie Keogh. Hannah Parker wants what she desires, and will stop at nothing to get it. When an old flame reappears in her life, she's determined to...

Zebra Can Cope is a heartwarming story about a zebra who learns to cope with her worries. When faced with unexpected situations, Zebra worries about whether she'll be able to manage. But with the...

The Chancellor's Secret: A gripping mystery set in 14th-century Cambridge. In 1360, tensions are running high in Cambridge as the town and University face a crisis over the Great Bridge's repairs...

Panda Feels Jealous is a gentle introduction to the concept of jealousy, helping young children understand and manage their feelings. This charming story follows Panda as she learns to overcome her...

Wolf Thinks of Others is a heartwarming story about the importance of considering others. A young wolf named Wolf never thinks about how his actions might affect those around him, but when his...

Giraffe Is Left Out is a heartwarming story about feeling bullied and the importance of kindness. When Leopard arrives at school, Giraffe struggles to include him, leading to a birthday party that...

Rhino Learns to Be Polite is a charming story about the importance of good manners. Rhino doesn't always have the nicest behaviour, especially at mealtimes, and this affects his friendships. It's...

Cheetah Learns to Play Nicely is a charming story about the importance of being a good sport. A young cheetah's desire to win at all costs leads to him being excluded from play with his friends...

A recent discovery on the Sedgemoor battlefield sets off a chain of events in this gripping thriller. A badly decomposed body is found during an archaeological dig, and Detective Chief Inspector...

Koala Goes on Holiday is a heartwarming story about a young koala's first holiday experience. With the help of her sister, Koala learns to overcome her nerves and enjoy the trip. This gentle tale is...

A collection of essays by cultural critic Joan Acocella, exploring the lives and works of influential artists and two saints. Thirty-one essays cover a range of subjects, from Primo Levi's memoir...

Tick Tock is a gripping thriller that sees New York City plunged into chaos by a series of horrifying crimes.As Detective Michael Bennett is pulled back into action, he must navigate a complex web of...

Spidey and His Amazing Friends is a fun and action-packed story about a team of superheroes. Peter Parker, Miles Morales, and Ghost-Spider join forces with other heroes like Hulk and Ms. Marvel to...

Strong Is the New Pretty A Celebration of Girls Being Themselves celebrates the strength and spirit of girls being 100% themselves. Through more than 175 memorable photographs, professional...

Learn the art of crafting a memorable speech for your daughter's special day. With the help of expert guidance, you'll discover how to convey emotion, seriousness and a touch of humour in your words...

Darkstalker: a Graphic Novel is the beginning of a pivotal journey. In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince discovers he is an animus, capable of powerful magic with a terrible price. Meanwhile, a...

Agatha Christie's collection of short stories brings together four of her most beloved detectives, each with their unique approach to solving crimes. At the heart of this collection is the intuitive...

Electricity and Matter is a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles of electricity and its relationship with matter. This unabridged edition features detailed diagrams, including...

Maths to The Matterhorn is a comprehensive guide to help you tackle maths problems with confidence. Viv Foster provides a clear and structured approach to understanding key maths concepts, from...

Iain M. Banks' latest novel is a thought-provoking exploration of identity, power, and the complexities of human relationships. On the eighth sphere of Sursamen, a man witnesses a murder and flees,...

A collection of three standalone stories featuring Agatha Christie's most renowned detectives, each tackling a complex and intriguing case. The Regatta Mystery, The Case of the Restless Dead, and The...

The Dame is a rare whodunit from the Alan Grofield series, written by Richard Stark. Grofield, an occasional colleague of Parker, is less calculating and more hot-blooded, featuring fewer guns and...

George Orwell's legacy continues to shape our understanding of politics, philosophy, and culture. In this thought-provoking biographical essay, Christopher Hitchens offers a nuanced assessment of...

The Matterhorn: The Quintessential Mountain commemorates 150 years since Edward Whymper's historic climb in July 1865. This pictorial book features over 100 pages of photographs of the iconic...

Set in the midst of the Vietnam War, Matterhorn is a powerful and unflinching novel that explores the psychological and emotional toll of war on its soldiers. The story takes place at Fire Support...

John Doerr reveals how the goal-setting system of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) has helped tech giants achieve explosive growth-and how it can help any organization thrive.In the 1990s, Doerr met...

Mending Matters: Stitch, Patch, and Repair Your Favorite Denim & MoreJoin Katrina Rodabaugh in embracing the Slow Fashion movement and transforming mending into an artful act of sustainability and...

A Personal Matter by Kenzaburō Ōe is a powerful exploration of the human condition. When confronted with an abnormal child, Bird's life is turned upside down, forcing him to confront his own demons...

Invincible Volume 1: Family Matters is the first chapter in a superhero series unlike anything else you've ever read. When Mark Grayson inherits superpowers at seventeen, it's a dream come true...

A Cartoonist's Guide to the Gospel of Matthew is a 32-page, full-color graphic novel that brings the story of Jesus to life. This unique retelling invites you to enter the story as one of the crowd...

The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci by Jonathan D. Spence In 1577, Matteo Ricci embarked on an extraordinary journey from Italy to Ming dynasty China, driven by his mission to bring Christian faith and...

The Ascent of the Matterhorn by Edward Whymper is a pioneering account of the first ascent of the iconic mountain in 1865. Whymper's own experiences, including his use of photography to document the...

A mind-bending thriller about an ordinary man who awakens in a world inexplicably different from the reality he thought he knew. Jason Dessen is kidnapped and wakes up to find himself in a world...

Type Matters! is a practical guide to typography for anyone who wants to improve the readability of their documents. Written by a practitioner and teacher of typography, this book provides...

No Matter What: An Adoptive Family's Story of Hope, Love and HealingSally Donovan shares her true story of building an extraordinary family with characteristic wit and honesty, taking readers on a...

Derek Parfit's On What Matters Volume One is a seminal work in moral philosophy that presents a powerful new treatment of reasons and rationality. In this first volume, Parfit critically examines...

Matty Matheson's Cookbook is a full-color photograph cookbook that showcases the chef's favorite recipes and stories. The book features a collection of dishes that reinterpret the flavors of his...

Adam Scott listens to the reading of his father's will, aware that the contents can only be meagre. The Colonel, after all, had nothing to leave - except a letter he had never opened himself, a...

Twist and Hop, Minibeast Bop! is a lively book about the fun of insects. Beetles, ladybirds, ants, bees, and many more bugs gather to dance the night away. But who will join in - the slow snail? This...

Muslims Don't Matter is a powerful polemic that challenges the corrosive consensus of anti-Muslim racism in Britain. Sayeeda Warsi, Britain's first Muslim Cabinet minister, shares her dual experience...

Capitalism as if the World Matters by Jonathon Porritt is a thought-provoking exploration of how capitalism can be reformed to address environmental concerns. In this revised edition, Porritt...

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy remains one of the most enduring unsolved mysteries of the 20th century. James W. Douglass sheds new light on the events surrounding Kennedy's death,...

The River of Souls, set in 1703, is a gripping tale of murder, mystery, and treachery in the Carolina settlement of Charles Town. Matthew Corbett, a professional problem solver, is hired to escort a...

Matter and Desire: An Erotic Ecology by Andreas Weber is a thought-provoking exploration of the interconnectedness of life and the natural world. The author, a renowned biologist and philosopher,...

The Middle Ages are often misunderstood as a dark and unchanging period, but in reality, people's horizons expanded dramatically between 1000 and 1600. This transformation marked the transition from...

Kindness - the little thing that matters most is a book that shows how even small acts of kindness can make a big difference in our lives and the lives of those around us.Through the voices of those...

The purpose of education is at the heart of the debate. In his second book, Stephen Tierney argues that this purpose must be re-examined and refocused. He challenges the current orthodoxy, proposing...

Before Elvis: The African American Musicians Who Made the KingThis book explores the pivotal role that African American musicians played in shaping the sound of rock 'n' roll, focusing on four key...

Leadership Matters 3.0: A Practical Guide for School Leaders This book is part of a suite of resources designed to help improve educational outcomes by empowering leaders to develop their skills. In...

Corporate Governance Matters, 3rd Edition provides corporate board members and stakeholders with the knowledge needed to implement and sustain superior governance in today's complex business...

Discover the incredible power of fonts and how they shape our perceptions and emotions. Graphic designer Sarah Hyndman explores the fascinating world of typography, revealing how fonts influence our...

A retired CIA agent returns to the field in this gripping alpine thriller. Mac Dekker's peaceful life is shattered when he learns his son Will died under mysterious circumstances, and he sets out to...

The official prequel to the PS4 exclusive video game, Marvel's Spider-Man, brings a thrilling adventure that leads directly into the game's narrative. Peter Parker is caught in a complicated web,...

Discover the revolutionary approach to goal-setting behind the explosive growth of leading companies. John Doerr, legendary venture capitalist, shares the OKR model that has helped tech giants and...

Fashion has a profound impact on our lives, revealing who we are and who we want to be. It is a powerful form of self-expression that touches every aspect of our lives. Yet, the fashion industry's...

Slagar the Fox plots his revenge against Redwall Abbey. Gathering his evil band around him, he devises a cunning plan to strike at the heart of the community. His ultimate goal is to steal the...

A powerful and thought-provoking anthology of poetry from around the world, 100 Poems That Matter explores the universal themes of love, loss, and the human experience. This collection brings...

A dialogue between two of the world's most influential thinkers, Thomas Piketty and Michael Sandel, explores the value of equality and its relevance in today's world. They consider how far we have...

States of Matter by Anne Giulieri Discover the fascinating science behind the world around you. Everything is made up of three main states: solids, liquids, and gases. This book explains the...

A Matter of Trust is a heartwarming Christian romance novel by Kimberly Rae Jordan. Melanie Thorpe has built walls around herself, protecting her from the pain of her past, and has learned to be...