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Tom's life is filled with meaning by the voice of Malamock, the Octopus God - sometimes loving, sometimes cruel. This extraordinary novel tells the story of Tom, who has lost his way in the British...

When a garden fence separates two best friends, the damage can be devastating. For Ryan, the start of secondary school with his best friend Tom is a chance to reconnect, but Tom seems to have lost...

Little People by Tom Holt is a brilliant and outrageously funny comic fantasy novel. When Michael's obsession with elves becomes an all-consuming problem, he can't blame his girlfriend Cruella for...

Winters in the World: A Journey Through the Anglo-Saxon Year In this beautifully observed exploration of the Anglo-Saxon year, Eleanor Parker weaves together literature, history, and religion to...

Grace and Tom are facing their most challenging mission yet in the latest addition to the Griffin Gate series by Vashti Hardy.In this action-filled story, Grace's family uses the teleport technology...

Battle fearsome beasts and fight evil with Tom and Elenna in an action-packed adventure series. Madara the Midnight Warrior is on the prowl, terrorising the windswept plains and threatening to...

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...

London, 1727. Tom Hawkins' world is one of card games, brothels and coffee-houses, but his luck is about to change forever as he falls into the harsh reality of the Marshalsea debtors' prison. In...

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...

Tom and Elenna must face their greatest challenge yet as they enter the deadly Netherworld to battle the last of Malvel's monstrous Beasts. Their quest takes them against a terrifying creature with a...

At 50, Tom Watson was struggling with his health, weighing 22 stone and relying on medication for type 2 diabetes. But by radically changing his diet and taking up exercise, he was able to reverse...

A Sky Full of Kites is the story of the Argaty Red Kite project, a remarkable conservation effort that has brought these magnificent birds back to Scotland. Tom Bowser's family, who own the...

The Midnight Gang is a heartwarming and humorous story about five children on a hospital ward who embark on a thrilling adventure. When Tom gets hit on the head by a cricket ball, he finds himself at...

Tom and Elenna are on a quest to rescue four young adventurers from the Netherworld, but their next challenge is to defeat Kaptiva, a monstrous Beast in the form of a tree.Join Tom and Elenna as they...

Tom and Elenna are back in this thrilling third adventure from the bestselling series. They must follow the shadow path to find and defeat Tarantix, a giant spider that's poisoning the precious river...

Cathy Scarlet and Tom Feather have a dream of creating the best catering company in Dublin. With talent, the perfect premises, and some valuable connections, they're well on their way to success...

Tom and Elenna are back in the latest Beast Quest adventure. The Dark Wizard Malvel is using ancient magic to summon four Beasts from the Netherworld, and Grymon is the first one they must face...

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...

Tom and Elenna are on a mission to save the Beasts of Avantia from the evil wizard Malvel. The Beasts have been captured and taken to Gorgonia, and it's up to Tom to journey into the Dark Realm and...

Discover the world of wine with Tom Surgey's accessible and entertaining guide. From grape to glass, this book will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy wine.Wine is a drink that brings...

Lucy Steele's love life has been a disaster. Her relationships have ended in catastrophe, with one boyfriend turning out to be a psychopath and another being a man-child. To survive, she took drastic...

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...

Eden faces a final reckoning when the cult's past victims hunt them down in this explosive, high-stakes thriller. For decades, Eden has remained hidden in the remote wilds of the Pacific Northwest,...

When Tom Denton's world is shattered, he is forced to fight for his son Casey. Determined to keep him safe, Tom embarks on a desperate search for a place to call home.But fate has other plans, and...

Nora Crane is determined to keep her family afloat, even if it means working hard and helping out with harvesttime at the Cavanaugh orchard. Her new boss, Tom Cavanaugh, is a man who knows what he...

Tom and Elenna face their greatest challenge yet as they battle fearsome beasts and fight evil in the land of Tavania. The evil Wizard Malvel is steering the land towards total destruction, and Tom...

Elvis Presley's early sound was forged in the studio of Sam Phillips's Memphis-based Sun Records, where guitarist Scotty Moore first met the young singer. Moore's keen ear picked up on Elvis's unique...

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...

A Question of Trust by Penny Vincenzi is a gripping novel that explores the complexities of love, desire, and conflict. When charismatic and ambitious Tom Knelston meets beautiful and unhappily...

A chilling and gripping murder mystery unfolds in this second Tom Thorne novel. A calculated and vicious killing at Euston station sets off a chain of events that lead to the discovery of two more...

A folk horror story of deadly rivalry and ancient magic, Adam Nevill's "Cunning Folk" is a tense and terrifying tale of a family's descent into madness. When Tom and his family move into a rural home...

A heart-wrenching story for those who appreciate character-driven fiction. Holly and Tom have just moved into an old manor house in the English countryside, seeking a new life together. However,...

Tom Kettle, a retired policeman, has long sought to put the past behind him. His new life in Dalkey, overlooking the sea, offers a chance for solitude. However, two former colleagues arrive...

Tom's journey to Spain takes an unexpected turn when he's forced to walk the 800-kilometre Camino de Santiago before proposing to his girlfriend. As he navigates the pilgrimage, his plans unravel,...

The Christmasaurus Cracker is a festive treat from Tom Fletcher, suited to readers of the series. This festive stocking filler brings together two adventure-packed Christmas stories, Crumpet Eve and...

The Boy Who Biked the World: Part Three Riding Home Through AsiaTom's journey takes him to the final leg of his adventure, where he discovers even more incredible sights and meets a variety of...

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...

A young woman's lifeless remains are uncovered during a violent storm, prompting an investigation into her identity and the circumstances surrounding her death. As DI Tom Janssen delves deeper into...

Good as Dead by Mark Billingham is a gripping thriller that sees police officer Helen Weeks face a desperate and violent situation. A gunman takes her hostage, demanding a re-investigation into the...

The Boy Who Biked the World: Part Two Riding the Americas by Alastair HumphreysAfter conquering Europe and Africa by bike, this young adventurer sets his sights on the Americas. With the Andes and...

Darcy Barrett's life plan has always been to settle for good enough. But when she inherits her grandmother's old cottage with strict instructions to restore it to its former glory, Darcy finds...

Strange occurrences are plaguing a small village, leaving its residents in a state of fear and uncertainty. The horses have been attacked, the river has dried up, and the last of the crops have...

Tom Hazard has been alive for centuries, born in 1581. A rare condition has allowed him to live through history, from Shakespeare's England to jazz age Paris and voyaging the Pacific. Now, he craves...

York, 1988. Dr Tom Frith is starting his first term as a tutor at the University of Eboracum, looking forward to a change of pace from teaching primary school children. However, he soon faces...

Tagus the Horse-man is a thrilling tale of magic and adventure. Under the power of an evil wizard, the land is plagued by destruction and terror. Tom must stop the evil forces before it's too late...

In 1950s Brighton, Marion and Patrick's lives intersect with Tom, their policeman. Their paths are intertwined in a tragic tale of thwarted love, set against the glamour and sophistication of...

Battle fearsome beasts and fight evil in this thrilling adventure. Tom and Elenna are on a quest to break a curse that's destroying their world. But when deadly Krabb ambushes their boat, it looks...

The Adventurers and the Temple of Treasure is the second book in The Adventurers Series, exciting adventure stories for children aged 8-12. A father's legacy, a chase across Egypt, and a mystery...

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...

Tom Courtney and his brother Dorian's journey comes full circle as they embark on a perilous adventure along the infamous 'Robber's Road' in Southern Africa.A story of love, hatred, vengeance, and...

When a young boy accidentally releases a powerful Egyptian princess, Isis, from her ancient prison, he unwittingly sets off a thrilling adventure. Isis is desperate to break the curse that binds her...

A ten-million-pound lottery win changes everything for Nicole and Tom. They move into a luxurious Glass Barn conversion in stunning grounds, but their dream quickly turns into a nightmare when Tom is...

Creep A Love Story by Emma Van Straaten is a darkly twisted debut novel that explores the blurred lines between fantasy and reality. When Alice begins cleaning Tom's apartment every Wednesday, she...

The Human Target Book Two by Tom KingWhen his latest case goes sideways, Christopher Chance finds himself at the mercy of an assassin. With only 12 days to live, he must use all his skills to uncover...

Discover the beauty of boro & sashiko stitching, a traditional Japanese art of mending and quilting. Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby guide you through the process, sharing over 30 authentic sashiko...

The perfect marriage, the perfect house, the perfect family. But for Beth and Tom Hardcastle, the truth behind their seemingly idyllic life is about to shatter everything.When the police knock on...

In 1648, a year of unprecedented hardship, Mercy Bennington and her neighbours struggle to rebuild their lives after a devastating flood. However, the mysterious speculators who caused the disaster...

The World Before Us: How Science is Revealing a New Story of Our Human OriginsBy Tom Higham, National Geographic BooksThis groundbreaking book tells the story of human evolution like never before...

A delightful collection of tales from the renowned author J.R.R. Tolkien, featuring a range of humorous and fantastical stories. This gift set brings together three charming tales: Farmer Giles of...

Nanook, the Snow Monster, is a thrilling tale of magic and adventure. Six fearsome beasts have been cast under an evil spell by the Dark Wizard Malvel, and it's up to our hero to set them free. With...

The Forest of Bowland is a map of the Bowland Forest in Lancashire, England, published by Harvey Map Services Ltd.Created in 1907, this map provides a detailed representation of the forest's...

The fourth adventure in the Blood of the Beast series is a thrilling tale of magic and monsters. A terrible spell has turned Tom's powers to Evil, and his friends Elenna and Daltec must find a way to...

Tom Hibbert's life and work are celebrated in this superb tribute. A collection of his funniest writings, compiled by Barney Hoskyns and Jasper Murison-Bowie at Rock's Backpages, showcases Hibbert's...

VC: An American History by Tom Nicholas The venture capital industry has become a defining feature of modern business in America. This history reveals how it arose from the country's long-standing...

A woman's body is found in the sea at Blakeney Point with a single blow to the head, setting off a chain of events that will test the skills of DI Tom Janssen and his team. The victim was a...

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...

Poet Anderson...Of Nightmares is a thrilling story about two orphan brothers who are Lucid Dreamers. After a tragic car accident, one brother is placed in a coma, and the other sets out into the...

Hardcover, 416 pages, published 31 May 2013, ISBN 9781629330433 Born in the heart of Hollywood, Bob Koster's life was shaped by the glamour and drama of the Golden Era. As the son of a renowned...

Tom Thorne is back in a gripping new thriller. A decade has passed since the charred remains of Alan Langford were discovered, and his wife Donna was found guilty of conspiracy to murder him. But...

A dismembered body found at an abandoned quarry on the north Norfolk coast sets off a complex investigation into the life and death of a quiet, well-respected local man. As Detective Tom Janssen...

For Everyone Bible Study Guide: Revelation by Tom Wright Explore the book of Revelation with fresh insight and understanding. This study guide, part of Tom Wright's acclaimed For Everyone series,...

Uncommon Knowledge: Extraordinary Things That Few People Know by Tom Standage Discover the fascinating facts and surprising explanations that lie just beneath the surface of everyday life. Tom...

Slow Trains to Venice: A 4,000-Mile Adventure Across Europe by Tom Chesshyre. Embark on a meandering rail journey across Europe with author Tom Chesshyre. Escaping the daily routine for several happy...

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...

Tom Chesshyre's journey takes him to some unexpected destinations across Europe, all accessible by high-speed train. From London St Pancras to Luxembourg, Rotterdam, Frankfurt and Lausanne, he...

Detailed Map of the Forest of Bowland The Forest of Bowland, a stunning Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is presented in this comprehensive explorer map from Ordnance Survey. Covering the trails,...

The Light in Everything is a heartwarming story about blended families and learning to find room in your heart for new life and new love. When Tom moves into his sister Zofia's house, he's forced to...

Rusty, an ordinary ginger tom, finds himself drawn to a pack of wild cats. The wildcats are organised into four rival clans. He joins a clan and is renamed Firepaw. As the series develops, he becomes...

Discover the world of Dino and his colourful adventures. When Danny sees a rainbow, Dino sees it too! They can name all the colours they can see, but soon they notice one important colour is missing...

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...

In a world where cities are the dominant force, survival is a constant struggle. The streets are filled with the rumble of engines and the scent of smoke. In this unforgiving landscape, a young...

Fool's Assassin is a fantasy novel by Robin Hobb, set in a world where the past and present collide. Tom Badgerlock, a man living a peaceful life, harbours a turbulent and violent history. His true...

Tom Mustill's journey into the world of whale communication began with a dramatic encounter on his kayak. Nearly killed by a breaching whale, he became obsessed with understanding their language. In...

Zara Smith's dating life is a disaster waiting to happen. As a trainee nurse, she's determined to find love - or at least someone to sext. With the help of her best friends Ashley and Raj, Zara...

Arcta The Mountain Giant is a thrilling adventure about a young hero's quest to save his land from destruction. With the help of a magical sword and shield, Tom must face his greatest challenge yet:...

A chilling thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Fifteen years ago, a serial killer known as 'The Whisper Man' terrorised the village of Featherbank, but with the killer behind bars,...

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,...

Ribble Valley and Bowland Short Scenic Walks is a new addition to the updated series of Paul Hannon's 'Short Scenic Walks' guidebooks. This guidebook features 30 walks, all under five miles in...

Learning to use the potty is a big milestone, but it can be a bit nerve-wracking for little ones. This board book tells the story of J.J. as he learns to sit on the toilet with the help of his big...

The Christmas Bear: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is a fun and interactive festive story for preschoolers. When Father Christmas leaves the workshop, poor Bear is left behind and must find a way to...

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...

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...

Duck Decoys is a step-by-step guide to creating a traditional floating decoy, led by award-winning decoy carver Tom Matus. This instructional book is part of the Carving Classics Made Easy series,...

The Muddlemoor Mysteries: Peril at the Bake Off It's summer holiday in Muddlemoor village, where Joe Robinson and his cousins are staying with their granny. But Muddlemoor has a problem - it's a...

Saturn Returns Thinking Astrologically by Tom Jacobs explores the significance of Saturn in our lives at key moments. This book examines how Saturn's influence can shape our personal growth and...

Eden Chase's world is turned upside down when her husband Tom is accused of a years-old robbery and murder. Despite initial doubts, Eden becomes determined to clear his name, but as she delves deeper...

A violent storm uncovers the remains of an unknown young woman, long buried among the sand dunes. As Detective Tom Janssen investigates, he must piece together fragmentary evidence to determine how...

Tom Wood's The Final Hour is a gripping Victor thriller that turns expectations on their head. Former CIA agent Antonio Alvarez has been tracking a notorious hitman for years, but when the killer...

The BBC Myth of a Public Service by Tom Mills The BBC is a complex and multifaceted institution, often misunderstood by the public. Despite its claim to be independent and impartial, the BBC has a...

The Teddy Robber is a mystery story about a teddy bear that's stolen in the night. The owner, Tom, is determined to solve the crime and find his missing teddy. A friendly and cheerful tale that's...