130 results for 'Sheila Sweeny Higginson'

Sheila's Island by Tim Firth is a humorous tale of team-building gone awry. On a bonfire night in 2019, four friends - Sheila, Denise, Julie, and Fay - find themselves stranded on an island in the...

Sheila Florance - On The Inside A life of drama and passion, Sheila Florance's story is one of unwavering dedication to her craft and her convictions. From her early days as a young actress to her...

Sheila hates swimming, dogs, ghosts, and thunderstorms. She'll do anything to avoid them all - except admit that she's scared. Her new friend Mouse Ellis thinks she's chicken, but Sheila is...

Sheila Garvie: Mastermind or Victim? A thought-provoking exploration of identity and societal expectations. This book examines the complex relationship between individuals and the systems that shape...

This collection of 6 bedtime stories is perfect for little ones who love their favourite Super Heroes. Featuring stories like Hulk Smash! and A Spider Song, this sturdy padded book is designed to be...

A baby sister is on the way! This board book is a reassuring guide for older siblings, explaining what to expect from their new addition. With simple, rhyming text and charming illustrations, it...

The Mersey Mothers by Sheila Riley In 1953, as Liverpool prepares to celebrate the Queen Elizabeth's Coronation, the mothers of Reckoners Row come together in preparation for the festivities. But...

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's Valentine Join Mickey and his friends in two exciting stories that teach valuable lessons about friendship and kindness. In Minnie's Valentine, Mickey needs help...

A glamorous and thought-provoking novel about love, secrets, and the complexities of relationships. Sheila O'Flanagan's latest story follows Izzy, who finds herself in a complicated situation after...

Discover the fascinating world of drumming in this engaging and insightful book. Born to Drum explores the lives and careers of some of the most influential drummers in music history, from the...

Doc McStuffins Loud Louie by Sheila Sweeny Higginson is a story about a toy cell phone named Louie who struggles with controlling his volume. Despite Doc's efforts to fix the problem, Louie finds it...

The Shortest History of the Soviet Union by Sheila Fitzpatrick Sheila Fitzpatrick's latest book offers a lively and authoritative account of the Soviet Union's complex history, from its rise to its...

Sheila Heti's Alphabetical Diaries is a deeply personal and introspective work, spanning ten years and comprising a collection of sentences arranged alphabetically from A to Z. This unique and...

Things We Never Say by Sheila O'Flanagan is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of family relationships and the secrets we keep.When the past and present...

Sheila O'Flanagan's thought-provoking novel explores the complexities of love, identity, and the choices that shape our lives. When Carlotta O'Keefe's first love returns, her carefully constructed...

Sheila Hancock's memoir, Old Rage, is a candid and humorous account of her life and experiences in her ninth decade. The book offers a refreshingly honest look at the challenges and joys of growing...

A Garden of Creatures by Sheila Heti is a poignant picture book about loss and the big questions it leaves behind. Two bunnies and a cat live together in a beautiful garden, but when the big bunny...

This comprehensive collection of golf jokes, stories, and fairway wisdom is the perfect companion for golf enthusiasts and humor lovers alike. With 500 hilarious and entertaining entries, this book...

Sheila Heti's Motherhood is a deeply personal exploration of one of the most significant decisions of early adulthood: whether or not to have children. The book's narrator grapples with this choice,...

A novel about the intersections of art, love, and loss, from the author of Motherhood and How Should a Person Be? Sheila Heti's latest work is a deeply personal exploration of the human experience,...

The Shortest History of the Soviet Union by Sheila Fitzpatrick is a comprehensive and engaging account of the Soviet Union's rise, reign, and fall. Spanning over a century, this book chronicles the...

The Women Who Ran Away by Sheila O'Flanagan is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel about two women who embark on a life-changing journey together. When unexpected circumstances bring them...

Discover the science behind the colours of the world around you. From the red of blood to the orange of carrots, and from the blue of the sky to the ultraviolet light that's invisible to the eye,...

Receiving feedback is an inevitable part of life, yet many of us dread it and struggle to respond productively. In "Thanks for the Feedback", Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen offer a simple framework...

Sheila Hocken's memoir tells the remarkable story of her life with Emma, a chocolate Labrador who transformed her world. Born blind, Sheila refused to let her disability define her, but as she...

Rosa Parks was a pioneering activist who sparked a significant shift in the fight for civil rights. Born in Alabama, she faced racism from a young age, but went on to become a brilliant campaigner...

Torey Hayden's remarkable story is one of hope and courage in the face of adversity. In "One Child", she recounts her battle to unlock the emotions of a troubled child, Sheila, who had been abandoned...

The 1980s were a transformative time. Margaret Thatcher's Conservative government brought significant challenges to left movements and working-class communities. As one who opposed this repressive...

Sheila Hancock's memoir, Just Me, is a candid and engaging account of her life after losing her partner. In this book, she recounts her experiences as she navigates new challenges and discovers fresh...

A psychological thriller about a professor's descent into obsession and terror. Dr. Sheila Tao, a respected expert in human behavior, finds herself entangled in a destructive affair with a...

Sheila Rock was at the forefront of the Punk movement as the 1970s drew to a close. Changes in music, fashion and attitudes converged to form this electrifying youth culture. As a key figure,...

Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain, Come Rain or Shine is an uplifting story of true friendship and resilience. In 1946, Sheila Hodges finds herself alone in London after losing her...

Torey Hayden returns with a deeply-moving sequel to her first book, One Child. Seven years have passed since she was reunited with Sheila, a disturbed six-year-old she tried to rescue. Now, Sheila is...

Costumes for the Stage: A Complete Handbook for Every Kind of Play by Sheila Jackson This practical guide is ideal for those on a budget who need to create costumes for amateur, semi-professional, or...

The Season of Change by Sheila O'Flanagan is a captivating novel about finding acceptance and new beginnings. Set in a beautiful Caribbean island resort, this story follows a group of women as they...

Documentary Storytelling: Creative Nonfiction on Screen by Sheila Curran Bernard. This revised edition offers practical advice for filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike, exploring the art of...

Holding On When You Want to Let Go: Clinging to Hope When Life Is Falling Apart by Sheila WalshLife can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. In times of...

The Secret of the Unicorn Queen, Vol. 1 Swept Away and Sun BlindA young girl's ordinary life is turned upside down when she's transported to a magical world. Trapped in a new and unfamiliar place,...

A car crash changes everything. For rookie paramedic Peter Webster, it's a call that should have been fatal - but Sheila Arsenault survives. Eighteen years later, their daughter Rowan is veering off...

Japan Rearmed: The Politics of Military Power by Sheila A. Smith explores how Japan views its alliance with the United States, finding it increasingly unreliable. This insightful book delves into the...

The 5th Dimension Channels to a New Reality Sheila Gillette, a renowned trance channeler, shares a startling preview of a new evolutionary era that is already underway. Through her unique connection...

A heartwarming picture book celebrating the importance of friendship and togetherness. Hughie Higginson and Freddie Xavi share their story of how they became friends and what makes a truly great...

The King's Hats is a joyful picture book celebrating the Coronation and beyond. King Charles the III is finding his new crown a little heavy to manage, but his friend Tom the gardener shows him that...

The Nursemaid's Journey by Sheila Newberry is an uplifting novel about a young woman's journey to self-discovery. In 1906, Molly Sparkes leaves her convent school in rural Kent to accompany Mrs Alexa...

Curl up for a feel-good Christmas treat with this heartwarming collection from No. 1 bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan.Set in a magical Irish hotel, these enchanting linked stories bring to life...

The Woman on the Bridge by Sheila O'Flanagan is a poignant and romantic historical novel set against the backdrop of Ireland's tumultuous independence struggle. In 1920s Dublin, two young people fall...

Dodger is a thrilling adventure set in Victorian London. In this new edition, follow the story of Dodger, a cunning but kind street urchin who lives by his wits in the city's underbelly. Dodger's...

A man is found dead in a living room, with a mysterious discrepancy between the time shown on the clocks. Stenographer Sheila Webb lets herself into the house at 19 Wilbraham Crescent, where she...

A nostalgic family saga from Sheila Newberry, author of The Nursemaid's Secret and Bicycles and Blackberries. This heartwarming tale follows 12-year-old Tess Rainbow as she takes on new...

What Happened That Night by Sheila O'Flanagan is an enchanting holiday read about two women whose lives are forever changed by one fateful night. When Lola's impulsive streak leads her to make an...

Smothermoss is set in an isolated 1980s Appalachian community, where the brutal murder of two hikers sets off a chain of events that draws the protagonist and her sister into a desperate hunt for the...

A hardback collection of some of the funniest strips in British comics, created by the legendary humour cartoonist Tom Paterson. Tom Paterson's inventive and influential style was shaped by the work...

The Russian Revolution is a gripping account of a pivotal event in modern history. Sheila Fitzpatrick's comprehensive narrative explores the complex and often brutal process of revolution, from the...

Sheila Isenberg's updated edition of Women Who Love Men Who Kill explores the complex phenomenon of women drawn to convicted murderers. Through extensive research and interviews, Isenberg sheds light...

Sheila Rowbotham's Promise of a Dream is a witty and poignant memoir that captures the spirit of a pivotal moment in history. In this moving account, she recalls her younger self breaking free from...

The Boosey & Hawkes Easy String Music series by Sheila Nelson offers a comprehensive introduction to violin playing for new and developing players. The 26 pieces in Waggon Wheels form the second...

The Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex is a practical and honest guide to creating a fulfilling and spiritually rich marriage. Sheila Wray Gregoire shares her expertise and insights to help couples...

Born to be Trouble is the third book in The Boy With No Boots trilogy by Sheila Jeffries. Tessa's desperate attempt to escape her past leads her to discover the Samaritans and, through their help,...

Through the StormThe third novel in Maureen Lee's Liverpool sequence, set against the backdrop of World War II. Two years of war have taken a devastating toll on Pearl Street, with German bombs...

Ann Gilby's life is a balancing act, with her youngest son Martin and baby Elaine to care for, while her eldest daughter Sheila returns home from her husband's wartime posting. As the threat of war...

So... That's Why I'm Bonkers! A Girl's Guide to Surviving the Menopause by Sheila Wenborne is a candid and humorous account of one woman's journey through menopause, middle age, and the challenges...

When the Dead Speak by Sheila Bugler is a chilling crime thriller that explores the dark secrets and lies that can be fatal. A decades-old murder mystery is re-examined when a new body is discovered...

Sheridan Gray has discovered a secret that could change her career forever. However, keeping it would require her to hurt those she loves. A gripping novel from bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan...

Beyond the Fragments: Feminism and the Making of SocialismA new edition of a foundational text for feminist socialists, first published in 1979. In this updated version, Sheila Rowbotham, Lynne...

Angel's Wish by Sheila Newberry is a heartwarming family saga that explores the complexities of love, loss, and new beginnings. After the death of her fiancé in the field hospitals of France, Angel...

Stand By Me by Sheila O'Flanagan Dominique Delahaye's life changed the day she met Brendan Delahaye. She married him without hesitation, and for a while, it seemed like the perfect partnership. But...

Organizing Your Creative Career: How to Channel Your Creativity into Career SuccessThis practical guide is specifically designed for creative people, offering a unique approach to productivity and...

An Anthology of Somali Poetry by Bogumil W. Andrzejewski and Sheila Andrzejewski is a unique collection that offers insight into Somali life through its rich cultural form, poetry. This beautifully...

First published in 1981, Simulacra and Simulation is a seminal work by French philosopher Jean Baudrillard that explores the nature of contemporary culture. Baudrillard's theory of the simulacrum -...

Museums and their Communities explores how museums represent, shape and reflect the identities of their communities. By examining case studies from various museum settings, Sheila Watson considers...

Sheila Stewart's Lifting the Latch is a unique and poignant record of life on the land in rural England. Constructed from taped conversations with Mont Abbott, this extraordinary piece of social...

Ratburger is a hilarious and action-packed novel about a little girl named Zoe. Her life is made difficult by her stepmother Sheila, who relies on Zoe to do her chores, and the school bully Tina...

Badminton Horse Trials at 75 celebrates the world's oldest and most prestigious horse trials, marking its 75th anniversary in 2024. Founded in 1949 by the 10th Duke of Beaufort, the event has become...

Sheila Armstrong's debut short story collection, How to Gut a Fish, is a masterful exploration of the unsettling and the unknown. With prose that is both evocative and unnerving, Armstrong weaves a...

Foula: Island West of the Sun is a unique and intimate portrait of life on a remote Shetland island. Sheila Gear's account offers a nuanced exploration of the island's changing seasons, from fierce...

A Winter Hope by Sheila Newberry is a heart-warming novel about a family's new life in Number five Kitchener Avenue. For Miriam, it means a safe environment to bring up her child; for Barbara, it...

Dark Road Home by Sheila Bugler is a gripping thriller that explores the dark secrets and lies that can haunt a small town. When Leah Ryan returns to her hometown of Dungarry, she's met with tragedy:...

Trade your weary for wonder this Christmas season. In the midst of busy celebrations, it's easy to lose sight of the quieter truth that brings us joy and peace. This beautiful devotional offers a...

Turnham Malpas is a village in turmoil. A life of comfort and routine is disrupted when old flames reappear and secrets are uncovered. Caroline Harris's past comes back to haunt her, threatening the...

Thrown by Sara Cox is a heartwarming and humorous novel about the power of female friendships. Through the stories of four women, Cox explores the complexities of life, love, and friendship. Becky,...

The Missing Wife: A Riveting Story of Escape and Survival. Sheila O'Flanagan's THE MISSING WIFE is a gripping tale of a woman who takes control of her life, leaving behind the perfect facade. Set...

Sheila O'Flanagan's My Mother's Secret is a thought-provoking novel about a family's life turned upside down when their parents' marriage is revealed to be not what they believed. When Steffie helps...

A heartwarming winter read from Sheila Newberry, author of The Nursemaid's Secret, Far From Home is a poignant tale of love, loss, and family. In 1923, Elin Odell embarks on a new journey as a...

Artemisia Gentileschi brings to light the remarkable story of an Italian artist who achieved a remarkably lucrative and high-profile career. Through cutting-edge scholarship, this book sheds new...

Sheila Jeffreys examines the relationship between religion and women's rights in this feminist critique. She argues that the resurgence of religious ideologies is harmful to women's human rights,...

Sylvia Pankhurst: A Revolutionary Feminist and Socialist This biography offers a fresh perspective on Sylvia Pankhurst's life and work, highlighting her unique approach to feminist politics. Unlike...

A collection of eleven stories chosen for their uncanny portrayals of weird history, this volume presents a dark timeline of grim visions from plague-racked England to revolutionary France and beyond...

Simone de Beauvoir's groundbreaking work, first published in 1949, challenged societal norms and sparked a fight for female equality. The book's central argument, that 'One is not born, but rather...

This is the Two Week Wait: Real-life Experiences of the IVF and Fertility Treatment Two-week WaitFor those facing the dreaded two-week wait after an IVF cycle or other fertility treatment, Sheila...

Sheila Fruman's Pull of the Thread is a fascinating exploration of the textile traders who traveled overland from Turkey to India in 1969. These intrepid adventurers sought out and collected rare...

John Peel's life was a testament to his unique voice and sensibility, which resonated with an audience that spanned generations. This intimate portrait, written by John himself before his passing,...

Laugh out loud with Peter and his mischievous little brother Fudge in this hilarious tale of sibling rivalry and mayhem. Fudge causes trouble wherever he goes, and it's usually up to Peter to sort...

An Apprenticeship Or the Book of Pleasures by Clarice Lispector is a deeply personal and psychological exploration of love and connection. Lóri's yearning for love is tempered by her fear of herself...

Mediterranean Crossroads: Marseille and Modern Architecture Sheila Crane explores how mythic ideas about Marseille shaped its urban landscape in this study of modern architecture. Drawing on diverse...

The Gingerbread Girl by Sheila Newberry is a heartwarming novel about a young girl's journey through difficult times. In 1936, seven-year-old Cora Kelly receives a special gift from her mother, which...

Understanding Your Teenager: A Guide to Reflective Parenting Sheila Redfern offers a practical and insightful approach to parenting teenagers, helping you build a stronger connection with your child...

Sheila C. Dow's The Methodology of Macroeconomic Thought offers a comprehensive analysis of four major schools of thought in economics: Neo-Austrian, mainstream, post-Keynesian, and Marxian...

Blackpool Lass is a heartwarming saga about a young woman's journey to find happiness and home. Orphaned and destitute, will she find her way in the world?After her mother's passing and her father's...

Darcey's life has been defined by one person: Aidan. But when Nieve stole his heart, Darcey was left with a painful memory that refused to fade. Ten years on, the past is about to come back to haunt...

Sheila Jeffreys' Beauty and Misogyny examines the role of Western beauty practices in women's oppression. The author argues that these practices are not about individual choice or creative...