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Twelve Months: The Dresden Files Book 18 (Audio Download): Jim Butcher, James Marsters, Little, Brown Audio: Amazon.co.uk: Books
Harry Dresden, Chicago’s only professional wizard, has always managed to save the day – but, in this powerful entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling Dresden Files, can he save himself?One year. 365 days. Twelve months.
Harry Dresden has been through a lot, and so has his city. After Harry and his allies narrowly managed to save Chicago from being razed to the ground, everything is different-and it’s not just the current lack of electricity.
In the battle, Harry lost people he cared about. And that’s the kind of loss that takes a toll. Harry being Harry, he’s doing his level best to help the city and his friends recover and rebuild. But it’s a heavy load, and he needs time.But time is one thing Harry doesn’t have. Ghouls are prowling Chicago and taking out innocent civilians. Harry’s brother is dying, and Harry doesn’t know how to help him. And last but certainly not least, the Winter Queen of the Fae has allied with the White Court of vampires-and Harry’s been betrothed to the seductive, deadly vampire Lara Raith to seal the deal.
It’s been a tough year. More than ever, the city needs Harry Dresden the wizard-but after loss and grief, is there enough left of Harry Dresden the man to rise to the challenge?
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Leading Secondary English: Unlock the secrets to building an exceptional English department
Unlock the secrets to developing an expert English department with Leading Secondary English.Written in an accessible, conversational tone, and providing real-life experience through a variety of case studies, Leading Secondary English is the ultimate playbook to help you create and nurture an outstanding secondary school English team. Covering key areas that range from building a culture of excellence, the nuts and bolts of leadership and navigating pedagogy and assessment, Donal Hale shares his invaluable blue-print for successful English teaching and leading an education department.
Topics include:
– implementing routines and habits that maximise everyday learning
– mapping a diverse and knowledge-rich curriculum
– leading department meetings that minimise admin
– enhancing subject knowledge and professional development across staff members.A comprehensive manual that covers everything a current or aspiring secondary English lead needs to know. Leading Secondary English will help you inspire a love of literature among students and a passion for teaching across staff. It will help you increase your classroom confidence and thrive as you establish an excellent English department.
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See, Touch, Feel Busy Book: The Ultimate Sensory Book for Kids!
With wheels to spin, flaps to lift, bumpy textures, and plenty to explore, this giant board book is packed full of unique fun to keep your toddler busy!
Part of the bestselling See, Touch, Feel series, this interactive novelty book is designed for inquisitive children. Keep baby busy and entertained with so much to play with: tactile elements, bumpy textures, things to slide, wheels to turn, bright colors, and the signature See, Touch, Feel art style.
The interactive elements encourage sensory play and will ensure young children practice fine motor and problem solving skills, both key learning concepts ahead of starting preschool.
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Your Murder Next
From the bestselling author of This Book Kills comes a deadly new YA thriller of murder, mystery and mind-blowing twists. Perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Karen M. McManus.Myra is new to town and so desperate to make friends that she lets the popular clique hang out at her parents’ restaurant – until Scarlett freezes to death in the walk-in chiller. A terrible accident apparently. But wannabe journalist Myra suspects foul play.
And when a strange boy holds her up at gunpoint in the woods, telling her he’s killed one of her rich new friends in revenge for Scarlett’s murder, Myra is plunged into a twisty world of envy, backstabbing and death. Who killed Scarlett? Who is her avenging angel? And who will die next?
Praise for Ravena Guron:
“For fans of Holly Jackson and Karen M McManus.” The Observer
“A treat for crime fiction fans.” Sunday Express
“A crisp, Christie-esque detective story told in lively multiple voices, perfect for Holly Jackson fans.” The GuardianRead more
From £2.25Your Murder Next
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Hey Duggee: The Bath Time Badge
Norrie doesn’t like bath time! Can Duggee and the Squirrels find the perfect routine for her?
Join Duggee and the Squirrels as they explore all of the fun ways to enjoy bath time. Don’t forget the bubbles!
SCRUB-A-DUB-DUB! Earn your Bath Time Badge with Duggee and the Squirrels.
Don’t miss these other amazing Duggee books:
Hey Duggee: The Opposites Badge
Hey Duggee: The Rainbow Badge
Hey Duggee: The Shape BadgeHey Duggee is a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning animation about an adorable dog and his band of Squirrels. It airs in the UK daily on CBeebies and is available on iPlayer. Featuring the voice of comedian and presenter Alexander Armstrong, this warm and hilarious preschool CBeebies show encourages children to get out and about and be active. Join the Squirrel Club in this collection of story, activity and novelty books and earn your badges with the friendliest, funniest dog around!
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Izzy the Inventor and the Princess Plot
Meet Izzy the Inventor in a laugh-out-loud series that mixes science, magic and fractured fairy tales…It’s time for the school cooking competition and Izzy and her sister, Bella, are having an argument about the best way to build a cake tower, when Henry the Unicorn arrives with BREAKING NEWS: the TOP FIVE FAIRYTALE PRINCESSES have been kidnapped. Izzy and Henry dash to Fairytale Land, using their science skills to track down the princesses. Along the way, Izzy learns the secret to an excellent cake tower and, more importantly still, the power of sisterhood.
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Your Truck: A stylish first board book by Jon Klassen, bestselling creator of I WANT MY HAT BACK, the perfect gift for babies and toddlers aged 0–3 (Your Things)
From Caldecott Medalist Jon Klassen, creator of I Want My Hat Back, comes the first board book in the Your Things series for the youngest of children.
Perfect for truck-enthusiasts, kids learning their first words and as a bedtime read-aloud, this stylish board book presents the reader with their own truck to imagine, play in and fall asleep in. With simple language told with Jon Klassen’s unmistakable charm and humour, Your Truck is a must-have introduction to reading for a new baby, new parents or to gift at baby showers and birthdays.
Your truck is red, but it could be other colours, too. It can carry things around, like a chair and table, a dog or a horse. It will wait for you until you tell it to go, then it will go wherever you want, as far as you want, whenever you want. At the end of the day it will sleep, and you can sleep, too.
Discover the Your Places series by Jon Klassen and visit: Your Farm, Your Forest and Your Island
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How to do Paris with One Leg
Maya’s class is going on a French exchange trip to Paris and she can’t wait to climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower, learn how to make macaroons and visit Disneyland. In hopes of becoming a disability influencer, Maya decides to share the trip with her online followers. But things don’t go to plan when Maya is matched with Levi, a grumpy boy who isn’t even on social media. Sightseeing with a prosthetic leg isn’t easy, but Maya doesn’t want her followers to know she’s struggling.
When Maya falls out with her real-life friends over her carefully curated content, can she find the courage to be honest and win them back?
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Once Upon a Journey: A funny new illustrated children’s picture book about Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends!
Set sail on a magical adventure, full of surprises, in this exciting new picture book from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.
Percy the park keeper has turned a rusty old car into a “sailing car”, powered by the wind! To celebrate, he drives his animal friends away from the park to camp beneath the stars. But after a wonderful evening, as everyone is starting to settle down, they discover that Percy’s car has rolled into a pond! Whatever will they do? Perhaps, Percy’s old friend Randolph the reindeer can come to their rescue?
Percy the park keeper and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!
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Bath Time for the Crayons (The Crayons Celebrate)
The hilarious crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit are ready to make a splash in the bath! The perfect book to read any time of day, but particularly at bath time. Bath time is an adventure for the Crayons! Red likes to relax, Esteban (formerly Pea Green) likes to pretend to be a pirate, and Beige actually prefers a shower! This humorous mini hardcover book shows that bath time can be the best time of the day, no matter what part of the bath you like the best.Read more
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The Overthinkers’ Club: Happy List
Birdie is an overthinker, and she has a lot to overthink. Her BFF Chloe wants new friends (BETRAYAL), she will be a teenager in one year (BREATHE), yet owns ZERO bras (surely some mistake?!), and a boy at school maybe has a crush on her (BUT HOW TO BE SURE?!).So Birdie has made a Happy List to tackle all the awkward and emotional challenges of being a tween. THEN she will stop being an anxious ball of stress and be happy!
That’s the plan anyway…
The first book in the brand-new illustrated series filled with LOLs, BFFs, drama and crushes and lots of overthinking! For fans of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries.
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Common exception words Activity book Ages 5-7 (Easy Learning)
Level: KS1 Key Stage 1
Subject: English
Learn the easy way with this Common Exception Words Workbook!
Fully in line with the national curriculum, this workbook is a fun and easy way to help build confidence with reading and spelling at home.
Common exception words are words in which the spelling works in an uncommon way. The national curriculum for year 1 (Y1) and year 2 (Y2) sets out the exception words that need to be learnt by children in school.
Included in this book:
- the common exception words for year 1 and year 2
- questions that enable children to practise the important skills learned at school
- colourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at home
- helpful tips and answers so that you can support your child’s learning
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The Cheat Book (vol.3)
NOT FOR GROWN-UPS!
Wish your school was a SMART SCHOOL?
With shiny, TALKING SCOOTERS to take you to your classes?
And vending machines full of delicious SNACKS?When a new Smart School opens up, Kamal and his friends are part of the lucky first test group. With robot teachers, vending machines full of free snacks, and talking scooters that take you to your classes, what could possibly go wrong?
The answer: everything.
With the trusty Cheat Book and its lifehacks by his side, can Kamal find a way to fight back? 🤖
Join Kamal on his hilarious new adventure, from brilliant author-illustrator RAMZEE. Perfect for 8+ readers of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Loki. With black-and-white illustrations throughout!
PRAISE FOR THE CHEAT BOOK (vol.1):
‘Laugh-out-loud funny. Kids are going to love The Cheat Book!’ Cressida Cowell, bestselling author of How to Train Your Dragon
‘Comedy gold!’ Louie Stowell, bestselling author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide series
‘Clever and hilarious … A funny and much needed fresh voice in the middle grade arena’ Dapo Adeola, award-winning illustrator
‘An authentic heart-warming story, jam-packed with fun, friendship and just the right amount of peril – it’s the coolest book in town!’ Rachael Davis, author of I am NOT a Prince!
‘Move over, Tom Gates, there’s a new kid on the block! The Cheat Book is an absolutely hilarious, riot of a read’ Swapna Haddow, author of the Dave Pigeon series
‘A HILARIOUS quest for coolness. It’s fresh, it’s joyous… Children are going to love it!’ Rashmi Sirdeshpande, award-winning children’s author
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Ready for school: reading Sticker Book Ages 4-5 (Easy Learning)
Level: Early years foundation stage (EYFS)
Subject: Reading and phonics
Learn the easy way with this preschool reading activity book!
Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.
Included in this book:
- questions that enable children to practise the important skills learned at home, nursery or preschool
- colourful activities with stickers that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at home
- helpful tips and answers so that you can support your child’s learning
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Pia’s Pet Club: Iguana Escape: World Book Day 2026
Meet Pia, the girl who loves pets but isn’t allowed one of her own, in this Official World Book Day £1 book! A fabulously funny animal adventure from the award-winning creators of Anisha, Accidental Detective.
Pia and her best friend Hari are thrilled to spend the day with the Pet Club gang at the community fair, raising money and having lots of fun. But chaos strikes when the star of the Amazing Animal Roadshow, Iggy the Iguana, vanishes just before he’s needed onstage! With the clock ticking and clues leading them on a wild chase through the bustling fair, Pia and her friends must work together and think fast. Can they track down the mischievous Iggy in time to save the day – or will Iggy’s great escape steal the spotlight?
Praise for Pia’s Pet Club: Puppy Problem:
“The perfect book for every child who’s ever begged for a pet.” Louie Stowell
“Such a fun, joyous read… I adored it.” Hannah Gold
“Children will whizz through it… Superb!” BookTrustRead more
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The House with Nobody in It
From the bestselling Jon Klassen comes a house-shaped, peep-through board book for young readers with a thrill for things that go bump in the night – while feeling safely tucked into their own house, with plenty of somebodies around.
Here are all the things in this house: a chair, a clock on the wall, a stool, a lamp. What’s missing from this house? Somebody. This is the house with nobody in it. Well, there might be something…
Designed as an oversize board book, this story takes young ones through a recognisable, cosy house, while die cuts introduce just a hint of precarity. This is the house with nobody in it ― or is it?
This is classic Klassen, revealing a bit of mystery before bringing us back into the familiar … shifty eyes and all.
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Our Little Adventure at Easter: An Easter Book for Babies and Toddlers Featuring Lessons on Sacrifice, Love, and Forgiveness (Our Little Adventures Series)
Introduce your toddler to early language concepts and vocabulary through the meaningful lessons of Easter, brought to life with beautiful watercolour illustrations in this precious bunny-themed board book
Created by licensed speech pathologist and watercolour artist Tabitha Paige, CCC-SLP, this Easter board book for toddlers takes parents and children through a sweet Easter story featuring woodland animal friends who together learn lessons about sacrifice, love, and forgiveness.
Inside, you’ll find:
Realistic watercolour imagery and a story carefully crafted by Paige
Basic vocabulary and early language concepts for young children
Additional learning activities to help develop kids’ language skills
With its beautiful hand-painted illustrations and elegant, minimalist design, this sturdy board book will become a timeless classic in your children’s book library. The perfect gift for the little ones in your life at Easter!Read more
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Chess for Babies
It’s never too early for your first checkmate. International Master and top YouTube chess coach Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) brings the world’s greatest game to its newest fans—babies!This adorable board book introduces little ones to the basics of chess: the names of the pieces, how they move, and what it takes to win. With bold, high-contrast illustrations designed to support a baby’s developing vision and growing mind, this charming little book is both brainy and beautiful. Whether you’re raising the next grandmaster or just want something smart for storytime, Chess for Babies is a perfect first move.
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Eyes, Knees, Boundaries, Please!: My First Book About Private Parts and Consent
Teach kids 3 to 5 about body boundaries, private parts, and consent with a positive and empowering picture book from pediatrician and bestselling author Dr. Krupa Bhojani Playforth!
Knowing how to talk about their bodies and establish safe boundaries with others is critical to kids’ health and safety―but body safety can be a tough topic to tackle.
This friendly, illustrated picture book from board-certified pediatrician Dr. Krupa Bhojani Playforth makes it simple, with age-appropriate but accurate text and illustrations that describe the correct names for private parts, what body boundaries are, and how kids can advocate for themselves―because their body should belong to them and only them.
An essential topic for this age range―Knowing the right terms for body parts and appropriate body boundaries can improve children’s body image, self-confidence, and make them less likely to be a target of abuse. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends starting this conversation as early as possible.
Informative but lighthearted―Introduce your child to body safety in a fun, engaging way that is never scary or too serious, but directly explains everything kids should know with a book that they’ll want to read!
Make body conversations easier―Giving kids the language, knowledge, and opportunity to ask questions about bodies and consent encourages them to stand up for themselves, and to feel comfortable talking to trusted grownups.
Get the complete resource parents have been asking for to help young kids talk about their bodies confidently and correctly as they build healthy body awareness!
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Six Weeks
The hotly anticipated new book from rising star Matt Goodfellow, author of bestselling The Final Year. Meet Alfie Piper, embarking on a summer he’ll never forget …
Alfie Piper has six weeks of summer – and nothing left to lose.
Since his mum died, Alfie’s world has unravelled. The silence between him and his stepdad roars louder than ever.
So he does the only thing that makes sense: grabs his bike, and rides.
In these long summer days, can Alfie rebuild what was broken?
Compulsively readable and relatable, this is a story of grief, and light, and family. From Matt Goodfellow, winner of the CLiPPA Award – with fabulous illustrations from Joe Todd-Stanton.
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The Dinosaur that Pooped A Football
Join Danny and Dinosaur at the Galaxy Cup football final! When the sneaky, cheating Saturn Slimers cover Danny’s favourite team in goo, Dino and Danny need to come up with a game plan…Can Dino’s rumbling tummy save the day?
With rip-roaring rhyme and laugh-out-loud silliness, the Dinosaur that Pooped series has sold over 1.5 million copies around the world!
Danny and Dino were really excited.
A big football final – and they were invited!
The Galaxy Cup was about to take place
on planet Galaxis, out in deep space.This hilarious addition to the lift-the-flap series features a host of hidden surprises. The poop-filled adventure is written by bestselling author duo Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, and brought to life by the proposterously talented Garry Parsons!
A brilliant addition to this ridiculously funny picture book series, which includes:
The Dinosaur that Pooped Christmas
The Dinosaur that Pooped a Planet
The Dinosaur that Pooped the Past
The Dinosaur that Pooped the Bed
The Dinosaur that Pooped a Princess
The Dinosaur that Pooped a PirateRead more
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Super Simple Happy Songs
Sing along with these happy songs from Super Simple Songs(R). Super Simple Songs(R) makes songs SIMPLE for young learners. Little ones love to sing and dance along with the original audio from their most popular songs. Featuring My Happy Song, The More We Get Together, Stand Up Sit Down, Hide and Seek, Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes, and If You’re Happy, plus two fun sound effects that toddlers and kids can press over and over, this sound book will leave everyone in a good mood. Perfect for playtime, circle time, or story time!
- Pressing the buttons engages pre-readers with sing-along songs and sounds, including Super Simple(R) favorites like “My Happy Song” and “If You’re Happy.”
- Each page is designed with matching icons that encourage your little one to develop fine motor skills while enhancing their ability to recognize and pair sounds with images.
Crafted with durable board pages and a sturdy plastic sound module, this book is made to withstand hours of fun from even the most curious toddlers.Enjoy long-lasting entertainment, thanks to AAA batteries that power fun with Noodle & Pals–perfect for kids who can’t get enough!Be sure to collect the entire Sound Book series and other Super Simple Songs(R) books to keep the fun going with more exciting themes and sounds!
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From £6.99Super Simple Happy Songs
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That’s not my… Easter Egg
Babies will love exploring the eye-catching illustrations, discovering the different touchy-feely textures and hunting for the familiar little white mouse.Read more
From £3.30That’s not my… Easter Egg
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Rapping Up Biology (DK The Rapping Science Teacher)
This revolutionary revision guide from Matt Green, The Rapping Science Teacher, is the perfect companion to the GCSE Biology course – it has everything pupils need to understand and remember key science concepts and it’s ideal for ensuring they feel confident walking into their exams!
Each topic is covered with clear study notes, step-by-step examples, and the lyrics to a memorable rap from The Rapping Science Teacher. From cell structure to respiration, these catchy rhymes help pupils recall tricky concepts with ease. To make revision simpler, we’ve included an exam board alignment guide, so you can quickly see where topics appear across AQA and Edexcel specifications. Plus, retrieval quizzes provide extra practice to reinforce learning and build confidence before exams.
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Rapping Up Biology is part of the new Rapping Up series which also includes Rapping Up Chemistry and Rapping Up Physics.Read more
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Rapping Up Physics (DK The Rapping Science Teacher)
This revolutionary revision guide from Matt Green, The Rapping Science Teacher, is the perfect companion to the GCSE Physics course – it has everything pupils need to understand and remember key science concepts and it’s ideal for ensuring they feel confident walking into their exams!
Each topic is covered with clear study notes, step-by-step examples, and the lyrics to a memorable rap from The Rapping Science Teacher. From gravity to magnetism, these catchy rhymes help pupils recall tricky concepts with ease. To make revision simpler, we’ve included an exam board alignment guide, so you can quickly see where topics appear across AQA and Edexcel specifications. Plus, retrieval quizzes provide extra practice to reinforce learning and build confidence before exams.
More in the Series
Rapping Up Physics is part of the new Rapping Up series, which also includes Rapping Up Biology and Rapping Up Chemistry.Read more
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Rapping Up Chemistry (DK The Rapping Science Teacher)
This revolutionary revision guide from Matt Green, The Rapping Science Teacher, is the perfect companion to the GCSE Chemistry course – it has everything pupils need to understand and remember key science concepts and it’s ideal for ensuring they feel confident walking into their exams!
Each topic is covered with clear study notes, step-by-step examples, and the lyrics to a memorable rap from The Rapping Science Teacher. From the periodic table to isoptopes, these catchy rhymes help pupils recall tricky concepts with ease. To make revision simpler, we’ve included an exam board alignment guide, so you can quickly see where topics appear across AQA and Edexcel specifications. Plus, retrieval quizzes provide extra practice to reinforce learning and build confidence before exams.
More in the Series
Rapping Up Chemistry is part of the new Rapping Up series, which also includes Rapping Up Biology and Rapping Up Physics.Read more
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Unbelievable Football: The Most Amazing World Cup Stories You Never Knew: World Book Day 2026
Think you know everything about football? Think again!
Dive into the most unbelievable World Cup stories you never knew, in the football-packed World Book Day special, by bestselling and award-winning author Matt Oldfield.
Have you heard of . . .
* The greatest World Cup final ever, featuring the GOATs: Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi?
* The incredible tale of stormy seas and football-fanatic kings at the first World Cup tournament?
* The biggest upset in international football history, featuring five-time winners, Brazil?Plus, discover the incredible stats and facts behind the greatest World Cup players, the most incredible matches, iconic hosts, super stadiums, amazing managers and more.
The World Book Day special, for football-mad kids everywhere, is the latest in the top-of-the-league series: Unbelievable Football.
*This book has not been authorised, licensed or endorsed by Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) or any associated company.
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What’s Your Dream? The Workbook
Do you want to be an astronaut? A politician? A footballer?
Well, you can! DREAM BIG!
In this exciting and innovative children’s workbook, viral-sensation entrepreneur and bestselling author Simon Squibb will help kids to unwind from exam and school pressures and help them to dream BIG!
With inspiring real-life celebrity stories and journal pages, this book is packed with tips and tricks to help children feel comforted and supported as they realise their dreams, map out what they truly love and build happier and more fulfilling lives in the future.
This is the perfect book to help children navigate the tricky perils of growing up, especially during the transition to secondary school, unlocking their potential and creativity.
So, pick up a pencil and let’s begin. . . what’s your dream?
‘Simon is the ultimate dreamer. As a like-minded optimist, I know just how important it is to have a dream and, therefore, a purpose…Dreams aren’t just for the lucky few. They’re for everyone. So, start today. Read this book, follow your spark, and go make your dream happen.’ – Richard Branson
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The Wonder
From bestselling author-illustrator Tom Percival comes a poignant picture book that encourages us to take notice of all the wondrous little things that happen to us each day.
Daniel is having a terrible day. From the rain that tumbles down from the dark, grey skies to the puddles that soak his shoes, Daniel’s convinced that nothing will lift his mood. But everything changes when he hears the sweet, delicate sound of music, barely audible beneath the rain. Perhaps, if he looks carefully enough, Daniel might find that there are moments of joy and wonder that can brighten even the darkest of days . . .
Also available:
The Sea Saw
The Invisible
The River
The BridgesRead more
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Literacy Essentials for Every Teacher
Literacy provides some of the most important challenges, and solutions, to learning in the classroom and beyond. However, each year worrying statistics suggest that literacy is in decline with fewer children reading daily and falling national standards for writing. Literacy Essentials for Every Teacher is the definitive guide to literacy, summarising the best of what we know works with reading, writing, talk, and vocabulary development and providing practical solutions for transforming literacy outcomes in the classroom.
Alex Quigley, author of the bestselling ‘Closing the Gap’ series, explains the ‘why’ of reading, writing, talk, and vocabulary, establishing the essential knowledge teachers need before offering a wealth of strategies and easy-to-use classroom activities that can be used across the curriculum every day to support literacy development. Including additional guidance on literacy assessment and supporting learners with SEND, the chapters equip teachers with the tools to build confidence in speaking, enhance vocabulary and foster a love for reading and writing.
Packed with practical advice, answers to frequently asked questions, and examples spanning all phases of education, this is an essential resource for all teachers at every stage of their career.
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Departure(s): The new book from the Booker Prize-winning, Sunday Times bestselling author
Departure(s) is a work of fiction – but that doesn’t mean it’s not true.
It is the story of a man called Stephen and a woman called Jean, who fall in love when they are young and again when they are old. It is the story of an elderly Jack Russell called Jimmy, enviably oblivious to his own mortality.
It is also the story of how the body fails us, whether through age, illness, accident or intent. And it is the story of how experiences fade into anecdotes, and then into memory. Does it matter if what we remember really happened? Or does it just matter that it mattered enough to be remembered?
It begins at the end of life – but it doesn’t end there. Ultimately, it’s about the only things that ever really mattered: how we find happiness in this life, and when it is time to say goodbye.
‘Metafictional, moving, unmistakably Barnes’ OBSERVER
‘There’s no one quite like Julian Barnes’ GUARDIAN
‘Everything Julian Barnes writes changes everything’ FRANCES WILSON, author of Electric Spark
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The Arctic Cruise: Make 2026 a year to remember, as you escape this winter for the holiday – and romance – of a lifetime under the Northern Lights
Pack your bags for the adventure of a lifetime…
From the #1 bestselling author of The Cruise, embark on an unforgettable journey and sail through Norway’s winter wonderland to see the spectacular Northern Lights.
‘A wonderful, emotional and heartwarming story of lost love and second chances in an out of this world setting.’ LISA HOBMAN
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Will the Arctic wonderland work its magic this winter?
Joy never imagined stepping aboard a cruise ship without her husband, Tom. Now widowed, Joy wonders what her voyage on the Emerald Dream will hold – and as it glides through breathtaking Norwegian fjords, she longs to believe in happiness again. However, she carries a secret that could unravel her fragile hopes if it ever came to light…
Elsewhere on deck, as the sun dips below the horizon and the polar night sets in, Henry, a lifelong bachelor, is living his dream of seeing the Northern Lights. Having long since given up on love, he now dedicates himself to his passion for photography. But when he meets Joy, is it more than the aurora borealis that catches his eye?
As they embark on a snow-dusted adventure which takes them from bustling ports to reindeer-drawn sleigh rides, will Joy and Henry find the courage to embrace love again? Or will hidden truths sink the possibility of a new beginning?
A heartwarming, feel-good voyage of self-discovery, romance and second chances, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Judy Leigh.
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Welcome to the Neighbourhood
** The darkly comic, addictive new novel about friendship and envy from the bestselling author of JUST GOT REAL and GETTING RID OF MATTHEW**
‘A brilliantly twisty drama to curl up with’ HEAT
‘Propulsive, with twists and turns I didn’t see coming, yet warm and good-hearted. I enjoyed it SO much’ JENNIE GODFREY
‘A hugely enjoyable and totally unpredictable tale of social climbing, curtain-twitching, bed-hopping and scheming. This is Jane Fallon at the top of her game’ ERIN KELLY
‘Her snappy, clever fiction . . . seems to slip down like a glass of nicely chilled white wine’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
‘Jane Fallon’s books never disappoint. She’s so good at tapping into the best and the worst in us. Fabulous’ RUTH JONES
‘I LOVED it – deliciously twisty, satisfying fun. I’m always so happy when I’m reading Jane Fallon – I can never begin to guess where she’s going, but how I adore coming along for the ride!’ DAISY BUCHANAN
NO ONE’S SECRETS ARE SAFE…
Kitty thought moving to London would spice up her life. Unfortunately, she ended up on Ashdown Close, where the hottest topic of gossip is a missed bin collection.
That was before the arrival of Sian and Rich at number 8. They are cool and glamorous, and Kitty is perfectly willing to be dazzled by their company.
But when she spots a mysterious woman furtively leaving their house, she realises they might not be the magnetic couple she thought. Aided and abetted by best friend Grace, Kitty feels she needs to investigate.
Do Sian and Richard really have something to hide, or are Kitty and Grace just being nosy neighbours?
And if they are, perhaps they are not the only ones.
Because on this street’s nobody’s business might just turn out to be everybody’s business . . .
PRAISE FOR JANE FALLON
‘Gripping, sharp and brilliantly twisty. Deliciously readable. A rollercoaster of revenge’ DAILY MAIL
‘Witty, smart, topical and full of heart. the sun-lounger smash of the summer’ TAMMY COHEN
‘Impossible to put down. Fabulous characters and a story that just will not let you go!’ RUTH JONES
‘Jane Fallon’s wry observation and razor-sharp wit in this unputdownable page-turner will grab you from the first page and the action races along at breakneck speed’ SUNDAY EXPRESS
‘Witty, funny, beautifully written and dotted with life’s truths like sprinkles on a birthday cake’ CATHY KELLY
‘Sharply observed, wickedly funny, with real depths of emotion too. Absolutely unputdownable’ MILLY JOHNSONRead more
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Woman Down: A Novel
In this twisty thriller from New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover, a frustrated author looks for her muse in a remote hideaway, but what she finds defies all expectations…and reality.
Her words used to set the page on fire. But a viral backlash over her latest film adaptation forced Petra Rose to take a hiatus, resulting in missed deadlines and an overdue mortgage. Branded a fraud and fame-hungry opportunist, she learned the hard way what happens when the internet turns on you. And she’s been uninspired to write ever since.
Now, with her next suspense novel outlined and savings nearly gone, she retreats to a secluded lakeside cabin, hoping to find inspiration. It’s Petra’s last-ditch attempt to save her career―and herself.
Then he shows up.
Detective Nathaniel Saint arrives with disturbing news, his presence igniting a creativity in her she thought long since burned out. Petra’s words return in a rush, and her fictional cop character begins to mirror the very real cop who’s becoming her muse.
Their “research” sessions blur the lines between fantasy and reality. Each glance, every touch pulls Petra deeper into a world she thought she’d never lose herself in again. She’s never felt more alive. But inspiration this powerful comes at a cost.
When Saint starts taking his role in her career a little too seriously, Petra’s forced to confront the chaos she created. But doing so could cost her more than the reputation she’s been trying to salvage. The reputation the world wrote for her―the reputation only she can reclaim.
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The Wild Rose: From the No.1 Sunday Times best selling author comes her brand-new romantic historical page-turner for spring 2026
Be swept up in the unforgettable new historical novel from the reader’s favourite.
Can Rosina discover the hidden secrets of Moonshadow Manor?
When spirited Rosina Wills is driven from her London home by a conniving stepmother, she seeks refuge in the wild heart of Dartmoor. But Moonshadow Manor is a house of secrets―and her ailing Aunt Jane is not the only one in need.
As Rosina settles into her new life, she soon realises Moonshadow Manor holds secrets of its own. With every passing day, she uncovers more about her family. But as long-buried truths begin to surface, will Rosina find the answers she’s looking for … or something she never dreamed of?
A sweeping, emotional tale of love, loyalty and the strength of a fearless heart.
Dilly Court’s book ‘The Snow Angel’ was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-10-14.
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The Mindset Diet: Reframe your thinking and transform your body for good
Your 12-week blueprint to burn fat, balance hormones and build confidence that lasts
The Mindset Diet will show you how to finally break through your struggles with weight loss to achieve your best body with the healthiest mindset. Georgia Heins blends nutrition science with actionable steps, showing how to master your mind and your body to build results that last.
In three transformative phases you’ll reset and rebuild everything you know about nutrition to accelerate fat loss and habit mastery. Through fixing your fat loss mechanisms, your body will finally start working with you by balancing your hormones and breaking binge cycles, allowing you to shift your identity and become the person who stays fit effortlessly.
This book is not another fad diet guide. It’s a comprehensive roadmap for transforming into a stronger, healthier version of yourself. Half the battle is your mindset, and the other half is finding a plan that works; Georgia is here to fix both, once and for all.
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The Other Side: Barzakh and Beyond
People sometimes say, “I will see you on the other side.” But how certain can one be of this other plane of existence? Where exactly is that “other side”, and how can you be sure you will reach it? Everything begins with a fundamental truth: those whom we have buried from our loved ones are not truly dead. They have merely passed into a special realm known as the Barzakh, a stage of existence between this life and the Hereafter. In that world, the souls of the deceased continue to live: some in peace, others in torment. The souls of martyrs may dwell in the bodies of green birds, flying freely in Paradise, while others may suffer and drown in rivers of blood. Some are reunited with long-deceased loved ones in beautiful homes, while others are subject to terrifying punishment at the hand of the Angels. What is this realm? Who resides within it? And how does knowledge of this world affect the understanding of our current location? To reflect on the Barzakh is to reflect on our ultimate return to Allah and to reconsider the spiritual path we are on today in a world that is plagued with injustice and confusion.
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Feeling Fabulous: How to feel like your best self, no matter what life throws at you
Whether you feel like you’re over the hill or simply muddling through the middle bits of life, let Ruth Langsford show you how to feel your best, no matter what life throws at you.
Ruth knows about the ups and downs of life: in her job she meets people who have been through the most astonishing highs and lows. Now, in her first ever book, she’s opening up about her own life, sharing the experiences that have shaped her and the lessons that she’s learned along the way.
As Ruth reflects on the moments that lifted her up and the challenges that taught her just how resilient she could be, she shares the simple changes that helped her feel more like herself again and carry on with confidence. With her trademark humour and honesty, she invites you to reflect on your own journey and ask yourself what does feeling fabulous mean to you?
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Prana: One Breath, Many Worlds
What is prana?Is it just breath? A metaphor for spirit? A biological energy? Or something more?
In Prana: One Breath, Many Worlds, Bernie Clark—author of the bestselling The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga—invites readers on a journey through ancient myths, spiritual practices, and cutting-edge science in search of one of yoga’s most mysterious and foundational ideas: prana. Blending historical scholarship with personal experience, Clark weaves a tapestry of stories that explore prana as fire, wind, water, and breath—moving from shamanic roots to temple rituals, from the Upanishads to Theosophy, from early Greek philosophy to modern yoga retreats.
Combining rigorous research with captivating storytelling, the book offers:
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A deep dive into the spiritual and scientific roots of breath across cultures
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Personal vignettes and retreat experiences that ground the philosophy in lived practice
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Insightful comparisons of Eastern and Western views of soul, spirit, and vitality
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A mythological exploration of symbols like serpents, trees, water, and the stars
Part memoir, part history, part philosophical reflection, Prana offers an illuminating exploration of the life force that animates us all. Whether you are a yoga teacher, student, philosopher, or simply a seeker of deeper truths, this book will expand your understanding—and your breath.
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From £16.61Prana: One Breath, Many Worlds
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Heaven Meets Earth: A 40-Day Journey of Transformation Through the Nicene Creed
Discover deeper faith as you explore the richness of Christian belief and tradition with a visually inspired journey through the Nicene Creed.
“We believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth….”
And so the Nicene Creed begins with these powerful words of declaration and belief, words handed down through history for Christians across the centuries to affirm and to hold, to repeat and to remind. The Creed has bolstered the faith of many and still speaks to us today. When our footing fails or our faith needs a refresh, these ancient words can tether us to foundational truths.
In Heaven Meets Earth, philosopher-artist Josh Nadeau, creator of Sword and Pencil, invites you to explore the Nicene Creed in this 40-day devotional journey of transformation for everyday saints. With his iconographic-style art and his insightful words, Josh brings the traditional to the present day in this visually inspired exploration of the faith.
Each daily entry of this spiritual journey includes:
- A short phrase from the Creed to meditate on
- Thoughtful reflections on what the words still mean today
- A beautiful piece of full-color art inspired by the Creed
- A dedicated prayer to bring your thoughts to God
Whether during the Lent season or any time of the year, step into an ancient, living faith with Heaven Meets Earth, and embrace the beauty of belief with Josh’s stunning visual art alongside this historic Christian confession of faith. Prepare your heart and your mind for transformation as you follow in the footsteps of the faithful multitude who have gone before.
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