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The son of a pagan father and a Christian mother, Saint Augustine spent his early years torn between conflicting faiths and world views. His Confessions, written when he was in his forties, recount how, slowly and painfully, he came to turn away from his youthful ideas and licentious lifestyle, to become instead a staunch advocate of Christianity and one of its most influential thinkers. A remarkably honest and revealing spiritual autobiography, the Confessions also address fundamental issues of Christian doctrine, and many of the prayers and meditations it includes are still an integral part of the practice of Christianity today. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

The son of a pagan father and a Christian mother, Saint Augustine spent his early years torn between conflicting faiths and world views. His Confessions, written when he was in his forties, recount how, slowly and painfully, he came to turn away from his youthful ideas and licentious lifestyle, to become instead a staunch advocate of Christianity and one of its most influential thinkers. A remarkably honest and revealing spiritual autobiography, the Confessions also address fundamental issues of Christian doctrine, and many of the prayers and meditations it includes are still an integral part of the practice of Christianity today. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

THE PERFECT GIFT for fans of Roald Dahl. Think you know Dahl? Think again. There's still a whole world of Dahl to discover in a newly collected book of his deliciously dark tales for adults . . . 'The cruelest lies are often told in silence . . .' Why do we lie? Why do we deceive those we love most? What do we fear revealing? In these ten tales of deception master storyteller Roald Dahl explores our tireless efforts to hide the truth about ourselves. Here, among many others, you'll read about how to get away with the perfect murder, the old man whose wagers end in a most disturbing payment, how revenge is sweeter when it is carried out by someone else and the card sharp so good at cheating he does something surprising with his life. Roald Dahl reveals even more about the darker side of human nature in seven other centenary editions: Lust, Madness, Cruelty, Innocence, Trickery, War and Fear.

The second thrilling instalment in the bestselling epic fantasy series, the Empire of Salt. 'Must read now! Iggulden is clearly having fun pitching his heroes and villains into bloody combat' SciFiNow ___________ TWO ANCIENT CITIES. ONE FINAL WAR. In Shiang, the young king rules without dissent. Swordsmen stand watch on every corner, looking for the first sign of rebellion. Yet in one swift move, order is overturned. The balance of centuries is undone in the sudden spill of blood - and in the darkness, something terrible returns to Shiang . . . Far to the west, four Shiang masters approach the city walls of Darien. The sword saint and his companions have crossed a continent to bring an old man home for punishment. And they will not be denied, even if the whole city stands in their way . . . Fans of Joe Abercrombie, Bernard Cornwell and Game of Thrones will be gripped by this bloodthirsty adventure. ___________ 'A master storyteller' Sunday Express 'Iggulden is in a class of his own' Daily Mirror 'One of our finest historical novelists' Daily Express

A gorgeously giftable special hardback edition of Heidi Bound in high-quality cloth with a dazzling new foil-stamped cover design, Puffin's Clothbound Classics are a gift that book lovers of all ages will treasure forever. 'Let's enjoy the beautiful things we can see, my dear, and not think about those we cannot.' Little Heidi goes to live with her grandfather in his lonely hut high in the Alps and she quickly learns to love her new life. But her strict aunt decides to send her away again to live in the town. Heidi cannot bear being away from the mountains and is determined to return to the happiness of life with her grandfather. Gift the best-loved classics to a new generation with Puffin's stunning Clothbound Classics. Bound in high-quality cloth with dazzling new foil-stamped designs, these coveted and highly collectable hardback editions will be treasured forever. The perfect gift for book lovers and new readers alike.

'A must-buy for anyone looking to bring more joy into their homes' Rukmini Iyer 'I would follow India Knight anywhere, both in and out of the home and anywhere else for that matter' Lucinda Chambers In this joyous and practical book, inspired by her phenomenally popular Substack newsletter, India Knight explores and celebrates the essence of what makes a home. Whether grand or modest, urban or rural, shared or solo, her mission is to make you sigh with contentment the moment you're through your front door. Going from the hallway to the bedroom, via the bathroom, the kitchen, the sitting room and all the spaces in between, India shares everything she knows about how to create and find joy in every room. Along the way she imparts wisdom, life lessons, tips and stories gathered from the things and people that have shaped her. So, step over the threshold and come on in. 'Quite honestly the happiest thing I've read in a long time' Laetitia Maklouf

'In the journal I do not just express myself more openly than I could do to any person; I create myself' Intimate, vulnerable and unsparing, Reborn bears witness to the evolution of Susan Sontag. With entries dating from 1947-1963, the first instalment from Susan Sontag's diaries charts her ascension from early adolescence to her early thirties. Unabashed, though thoroughly self-reflective, Sontag's diaries reveal the inner workings of her mind, her insecurities and her passions. This compelling account of the evolution of America's greatest post-war intellectual allows us to behold the moral and political awakening of the artist and critic. 'An exceptionally vivid, and often moving, account of a young woman's painful journey towards acceptance of her own nature' Sunday Telegraph 'Moving on several levels . . . thrilling . . . fascinating . . . often reads like a brilliant postmodern bildungsroman' New York Magazine 'One can feel Sontag's mind beginning to ripen and bloom, and the full force of the intellectual originality that would be her hallmark emerging' Guardian

THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER 'The most brilliant and fascinating book I have read in my entire life' Dan Snow 'A huge contribution... remarkable' Antony Beevor, BBC RADIO 4 'Extremely interesting ... a serious piece of scholarship, very well researched' Ian Kershaw The Nazis presented themselves as warriors against moral degeneracy. Yet, as Norman Ohler's gripping bestseller reveals, the entire Third Reich was permeated with drugs: cocaine, heroin, morphine and, most of all, methamphetamines, or crystal meth, used by everyone from factory workers to housewives, and crucial to troops' resilience - even partly explaining German victory in 1940. The promiscuous use of drugs at the very highest levels also impaired and confused decision-making, with Hitler and his entourage taking refuge in potentially lethal cocktails of stimulants administered by the physician Dr Morell as the war turned against Germany. While drugs cannot on their own explain the events of the Second World War or its outcome, Ohler shows, they change our understanding of it. Blitzed forms a crucial missing piece of the story.

The first historical novel and an international bestseller Sir Walter Scott was one of the bestselling novelists of the nineteenth century and is credited with establishing the historical novel. His first novel, Waverley (1814), tells the story of Edward Waverley, a naïve young man who is posted to Scotland with his regiment. Edward must decide whether he will follow the civilization he has always known, or be drawn into an older world of honor. This edition is based on the authoritative Edinburgh version edited by Peter Garside. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

'... that strange internal kingdom of which we are the hapless and helpless monarchs.' From the master of the detective story and creator of Sherlock Holmes, the first ever tale to feature a supernatural Egyptian mummy. One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

Have you ever noticed that penguins are always going on epic journeys? Waddle waddle! Waddle waddle! The penguin family are off on an adventure! Travelling by bus, train and even by cable car, the persistent pals keep on going, through rain or shine, sleet or snow. Finally, they soar through the wispy clouds and - yes, there it is! - their long-awaited destination is ahead, atop a frosty, snow-capped mountain... A playful, happy read-aloud, which features a jolly family of big and little penguins, and all the noisy modes of transport that little ones love.

When the downtrodden animals of Manor Farm overthrow their master Mr Jones and take over the farm themselves, they imagine it is the beginning of a life of freedom and equality. But gradually a cunning, ruthless élite among them starts to take control, and the animals find themselves hopelessly ensnared as one form of tyranny is replaced with another. This special student edition of George Orwell's chilling satire is specifically designed for readers who are studying the text in detail, featuring: Extra-wide margins to leave space for notes An introduction and notes by Orwell expert Ronald Carter Character sketches Chapter summaries A chronology Language notes A selection of questions and topics for discussion and analysis

Reading paragraphs In 1991, two tourists hiking in the Alps saw something very odd sticking out of the snow. At first it looked like a doll's head. But it wasn't. It was a man, frozen in the ice for 5,000 years. Ice Mummy—first published by Random House in 1998—tells the story of this amazing discovery, from the struggle to remove the mummy from his icy grave to the creation of his final resting place: a specially designed refrigeration chamber in his own museum in Bolzano, Italy. Now updated to include shocking new evidence that the Iceman was murdered—shot with an arrow after hand-to-hand combat with an assailant—Ice Mummy will provide young readers with more chills than ever!

Praised for having the perfect blend of action, romance, suspense, and paranormal *, #1 New York Times bestselling author Patrica Briggs's Alpha and Omega series now takes readers into the middle of some bad supernatural business For once, mated werewolves Charles Cornick and Anna Lantham are not traveling because of Charles s role as his father s enforcer. This time, their trip to Arizona is purely personal. Or at least their visit starts out that way...  Charles and Anna soon discover that a dangerous fae being is on the loose, replacing human children with simulacrums. The fae have started a cold war with humanity that's about to heat up and Charles and Anna are in the crossfire. *Rex Robot Reviews

'Let our novelists read Mr Baldwin and tremble. There is a whirlwind loose in the land' Sunday Times When Another Country appeared in 1962, it caused a literary sensation. James Baldwin's masterly story of desire, hatred and violence opens with the unforgettable character of Rufus Scott, a scavenging Harlem jazz musician adrift in New York. Self-destructive, bad and brilliant, he draws us into a Bohemian underworld pulsing with heat, music and sex, where desperate and dangerous characters betray, love and test each other to the limit. 'In Another Country, Baldwin created the essential American drama of the century' Colm Tóibín 'An almost unbearable, tumultuous, blood-pounding experience' Washington Post 'Brilliantly and fiercely told' The New York Times

A Christmas Carol is one of Charles Dickens' most loved books - a true classic and a Christmas time must-read. Ebenezer Scrooge is a mean, miserable, bitter old man with no friends. One cold Christmas Eve, three ghosts take him on a scary journey to show him the error of his nasty ways. By visiting his past, present and future, Scrooge learns to love Christmas and the people all around him. Introducted by bestselling author Anthony Horowitz, creator of the highly successful Alex Rider novels.

Read the heartwarming new novel from the international million-copy bestselling author of The Little Paris Bookshop 'Exquisitely written, as always, she draws you in from the first page and immerses you in the lives of her delightful characters. You won't want to put it down' Patricia Scanlan ---- Nothing says love like a book . . . In a little town in the south of France, a young orphan, Marie-Jeanne, discovers the extraordinary power of books to change lives. But as she looks around her, she sees so many unhappy and lonely people - and resolves to help them. Because a love of books is a love of life itself. Together with her foster father, Marie-Jeanne sets up a mobile library to travel to the many nearby mountain villages. Their books offer entertainment, guidance, comfort - and help bring lonely hearts together. And what about Marie-Jeanne? Books have taught her all about life - but can they bring her closer to her own true love? ---- Readers are loving The Little French Village of Book Lovers ' It is beautiful and ugly and simple and complicated, and I shall carry this book with me forever' 5***** reader review 'If I had to describe the book in one word it would be 'charming', or maybe 'entrancing', or 'wistful'. Maybe 'dreamy'. But then again, I don't really have the words to describe it' 5***** reader review 'The Little Village of Book Lovers is a story I can see myself returning again and again, whenever I need some comfort or to be reminded of the magic held within the covers of a book' 5***** reader review 'What makes this novel especially unique is how it's told from mainly from the perspective of Love, with musings from Logic, Fate, an olive tree, Death, and others' 5***** reader review PRAISE FOR NINA GEORGE 'A true gem for fiction lovers' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 'An enchanting, uplifting read. The sort of book that acts as a soothing tonic' INDEPENDENT 'Glowing . . . Layered with wit, enchanting writing and a love of books' DAILY MAIL 'A charming tale' RED

Read the heartwarming new novel from the international million-copy bestselling author of The Little Paris Bookshop 'Exquisitely written, as always, she draws you in from the first page and immerses you in the lives of her delightful characters. You won't want to put it down' Patricia Scanlan ---- Nothing says love like a book . . . In a little town in the south of France, a young orphan, Marie-Jeanne, discovers the extraordinary power of books to change lives. But as she looks around her, she sees so many unhappy and lonely people - and resolves to help them. Because a love of books is a love of life itself. Together with her foster father, Marie-Jeanne sets up a mobile library to travel to the many nearby mountain villages. Their books offer entertainment, guidance, comfort - and help bring lonely hearts together. And what about Marie-Jeanne? Books have taught her all about life - but can they bring her closer to her own true love? ---- Readers are loving The Little French Village of Book Lovers ' It is beautiful and ugly and simple and complicated, and I shall carry this book with me forever' 5***** reader review 'If I had to describe the book in one word it would be 'charming', or maybe 'entrancing', or 'wistful'. Maybe 'dreamy'. But then again, I don't really have the words to describe it' 5***** reader review 'The Little Village of Book Lovers is a story I can see myself returning again and again, whenever I need some comfort or to be reminded of the magic held within the covers of a book' 5***** reader review 'What makes this novel especially unique is how it's told from mainly from the perspective of Love, with musings from Logic, Fate, an olive tree, Death, and others' 5***** reader review PRAISE FOR NINA GEORGE 'A true gem for fiction lovers' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 'An enchanting, uplifting read. The sort of book that acts as a soothing tonic' INDEPENDENT 'Glowing . . . Layered with wit, enchanting writing and a love of books' DAILY MAIL 'A charming tale' RED

THE RIOTOUSLY FUNNY AND JOYOUSLY ROMANTIC THIRD NOVEL IN THE DANGEROUS DAMSELS SERIES THAT TIKTOK CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF! Two rival spies. One fake marriage. What could possibly go wrong . . . 'A funny, captivating and magical story ! I loved the chemistry between the characters' @boekhopper ---- When rumours of an assassination plot against the Queen begin to circulate, Alice is immediately assigned to the case. However, she won't be working alone. Enter Daniel Bixby. Unflappable master spy and Alice's greatest rival. Together they must assume the identity of husband and wife in order to gain access to the traitor party. Alice is determined to remain professional. This is work after all. But when an attraction starts to grow there may be more at stake than just the throne . . . Tropes/themes: 1. Only one bed 2. Enemies to lovers 3. Strong female leads 4. Fake marriage ---- Readers are OBSESSED with the Dangerous Damsels series 'Incredible! Sensational! Fantastic ! So charming your inner Lizzie Bennet will swoon' 5***** Reader Review 'OBSESSED. If you love playful dialogue and language, fun characters, and interesting worlds , I recommend' 5**** Reader Review! 'Witty and entertaining . A literary delight! Think Jane Austen meets Jack Sparrow' 5***** Reader Review 'Wondrous, whimsical, wiccan follow-up to its flying house pirate predecessor, building upon this magical, Victorian-soaked world deftly and capably' 5***** Reader Review 'SPECTACULAR . Just the sort of absolute madness which one needs in a book!' 5***** Reader Review 'Victorian lady assassins fighting the patriarchy, flying houses, AND . . . an ONLY ONE BED trope?! Fun fun fun' 5***** Reader Review PRAISE FOR THE DANGEROUS DAMSELS 'As much fun as the English language will permit' New York Times Book Review 'Melds the Victorian wit of Sherlock Holmes with the brash adventuring of Indiana Jones . . . A sprightly feminist tale that offers everything from an atmospheric Gothic abbey to secret societies' Entertainment Weekly 'With secret identities, secret doors, and secret histories to spare, this high-octane layer-cake of escapism hits the spot' Publishers Weekly

Vampire Diaries meets Norse mythology in this sequel to Soul of Shadow from TikTok sensation Emma Noyes. ------------------------------------ I will make myself strong. I will find Elias. I will kill Elias. I will never trust a boy with my heart again. These are the vows Charlie Hudson made the day after Elias Everhart betrayed her, nearly killing everyone she loves most. One month later, revenge is still her priority, even as she navigates a harsh new reality: one where her brother and friends can now see Asgard, making them just as susceptible to its dazzling delights - and deadly dangers - as she is. But when two bodies turn up in the forest outside town, and Elias waltzes back into her life with an offer to help find out what's happening, Charlie finds herself accepting his offer-but only because feigning an alliance is her best chance to figure out how to kill him. And if it feels like the more time she spends with him, the more her heart softens, it must be a trick of the unusually warm fall air. Because there's no way she would make the grave mistake of falling for Elias Everhart twice... right? ------------------------------------ Praise of Soul of Shadows:- "What happens when an ordinary teen finds herself rocketed into an overlapping world of Nordic mythology? In Noyes' case - a breakneck story and surprising twists." - Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author "A perfect fit for fans of morally gray love interests, dark mythology, and found-family storytelling . . . Full of heart and tension-filled scenes, this beautifully written sequel emphasizes that, even in chaos, love and redemption burn brightest of all." - Booklist "This book is absolutely incredible. If you loved the Vampire Diaries or any other show that combines the angst of high school with the darkness of a supernatural world, you will love this book!" 5***** Reader Review "Yurrrrrrrp this was exactly what I needed" 5***** Reader Review "Emma's writing is sharp and beautiful" 5***** Reader Review ' Norse mythology and folklore permeate a treacherous, atmospheric setting bursting with magic and danger ' Publishers Weekly

6 MILLION COPIES SOLD OF THE #1 BESTSELLING SERIES! 'A MASTER OF PUZZLES AND PLOT TWISTS' E. Lockhart, author of We Were Liars Intrigue, riches, and romance abound in the second thrilling instalment in the global bestselling Inheritance Games series. Perfect for fans of Karen McManus and Holly Jackson. A DEADLY GAME. A PUZZLE TO SOLVE. A FORTUNE AT STAKE. ONE STEP FORWARDS. Avery thought that solving the riddle left by billionaire Tobias Hawthorne would reveal why he left her - a complete stranger - his entire fortune. TWO STEPS BACK. But as the cryptic clues pile up and Jameson and Grayson, two of the handsome and enigmatic Hawthorne grandsons, continue to pull her in different directions, Avery wonders who she can really trust. SECRETS UPON SECRETS. Soon Avery realizes this game is no longer just about money and power. Now she's playing for her life **Don't miss the next books in The Inheritance Games series: The Final Gambit and The Brothers Hawthorne are available now** What the readers are saying about The Hawthorne Legacy: "Fast-paced and full of fun from the get go!" "This entire trilogy is phenomenal!" "The next book can't come soon enough, these are highly addictive!" "Filled to the brim with red herrings, twists, turns, secrets and cryptic clues - I can't wait for the next book!" "I want to re-read this immediately, I am so invested and want to solve all of the riddles!" "I was swooning through the entire book, I'm not sure if I'll ever decide which Hawthorne brother I love the most!" *Reading all of the Inheritance Games world novels? The ideal reading order is: The Inheritance Games , The Hawthorne Legacy , The Final Gambit , The Brothers Hawthorne , Games Untold , The Grandest Game , and Glorious Rivals . *Looking for more unputdownable reads from Jennifer Lynn Barnes? Check out The Debutantes duology ( Little White Lies , Deadly Little Scandals ), The Fixer duology ( The Ruling Class, Lessons in Power), and The Lovely and the Lost .

"The most engrossing love story. A 2026 must-read."—Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling authors of Love and Other Words AN INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER ∙ AN AMAZON BEST OF ROMANCE PICK FOR APRIL ∙ A LIBRARY READS HALL OF FAME PICK FOR APRIL ∙ A JULIA QUINN TODAY SHOW RECCOMENDATION FOR 2026 ∙ A TOWN & COUNTRY BEST NEW ROMANCE NOVEL TO READ IN 2026 A woman tests the limits of her so-called amicable divorce when she flies to Paris for the destination wedding of her former sister-in-law, only to butt heads with the deliciously gruff best man, in a poignant and romantic novel from Kate Clayborn. Physician Layla Bailey has spent over a year telling herself she's moved on from a painful but amicable divorce from her college sweetheart. Staying friends with her ex seemed like the mature thing to do, but when Layla is invited to her former sister-in-law’s destination wedding in Paris—where Layla once spent her own romantic honeymoon—she knows her commitment to maturity might be her worst enemy…especially since her ex isn’t attending alone. The only thing that could make the week more difficult is getting through it without the distraction of the wedding.... But when what Layla thought was a harmless conversation about the choices of her younger self leads to the bride getting cold feet, Layla finds herself facing down the groom’s mysterious, taciturn best man, Griffin, who will do anything to make sure this wedding happens. Since she broke it, Griff demands she help him fix it. Going along with his plan to alleviate the engaged couple's doubts seems like Layla’s best chance at maintaining a good relationship with a family she once called her own. But as she learns more about the past heartbreak that’s driving Griff to help his friend, she gets closer and closer to confronting the true depth of her own pain…while finding herself more and more willing to risk it all again for Griff. “[A] tremendous love story … proof that Clayborn only gets better with every book.” —Kirkus (STARRED)

*INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER* 'One of the master storytellers of our time' - Dr Gabor Maté, author of The Myth of Normal From 'one of the greatest storytellers we have' (Robert Bly), an urgent invitation to allow the oldest stories - and the Greatest Story - to reshape our own. There's an old Irish belief that if you aren't wrapped in a cloak of story you will be unprepared for what the world will hurl at you. You remain adolescent at just the moment a culture worth its salt requires you to become a real, grown, human being. In Liturgies of the Wild, acclaimed mythographer, storyteller and Christian thinker Martin Shaw argues that we live in a myth-impoverished age, cut off from the deep wells of story and meaning that once prepared us for life's challenges. Drawing on the 'ancient technologies' of myths and initiatory rites, Shaw invites readers to rediscover the ancient stories that shape the human soul - and to encounter Christ as the ultimate, transforming story providing a road to wholeness, maturity and connection. Within these pages, Shaw: Teaches us to read a myth the way it wants to be read; Provides vivid retellings of tales powerful enough to carry you through life's travails; Shows you how to gather and reshape your own thrown-away stories. Most vividly, Shaw shares his own spiritual journey and how these ancient technologies led him - unexpectedly - to Christ, 'the True Myth,' by way of a thirty-year journey and a 101-night vigil in a Dartmoor forest. Blending nimble storytelling in the tradition of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien with scholarly depth, Liturgies of the Wild s a thrilling counsel of resistance and delight in the face of many modern monsters, providing a transformative journey into story, spirit and self-discovery. Ebury Vine: The Home Of Christian Living. Drawing on the deep roots of Christianity to cultivate curious minds and inspire faith-informed growth.

Vampire Diaries meets Norse mythology in this sequel to Soul of Shadow from TikTok sensation Emma Noyes. ------------------------------------ I will make myself strong. I will find Elias. I will kill Elias. I will never trust a boy with my heart again. These are the vows Charlie Hudson made the day after Elias Everhart betrayed her, nearly killing everyone she loves most. One month later, revenge is still her priority, even as she navigates a harsh new reality: one where her brother and friends can now see Asgard, making them just as susceptible to its dazzling delights - and deadly dangers - as she is. But when two bodies turn up in the forest outside town, and Elias waltzes back into her life with an offer to help find out what's happening, Charlie finds herself accepting his offer-but only because feigning an alliance is her best chance to figure out how to kill him. And if it feels like the more time she spends with him, the more her heart softens, it must be a trick of the unusually warm fall air. Because there's no way she would make the grave mistake of falling for Elias Everhart twice... right? ------------------------------------ Praise of Soul of Shadows:- "What happens when an ordinary teen finds herself rocketed into an overlapping world of Nordic mythology? In Noyes' case - a breakneck story and surprising twists." - Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author "A perfect fit for fans of morally gray love interests, dark mythology, and found-family storytelling . . . Full of heart and tension-filled scenes, this beautifully written sequel emphasizes that, even in chaos, love and redemption burn brightest of all." - Booklist "This book is absolutely incredible. If you loved the Vampire Diaries or any other show that combines the angst of high school with the darkness of a supernatural world, you will love this book!" 5***** Reader Review "Yurrrrrrrp this was exactly what I needed" 5***** Reader Review "Emma's writing is sharp and beautiful" 5***** Reader Review ' Norse mythology and folklore permeate a treacherous, atmospheric setting bursting with magic and danger ' Publishers Weekly

An instant New York Times Bestseller!  Since The Karate Kid first crane-kicked its way into the pop culture stratosphere in June 1984, there hasn t been a week Ralph Macchio hasn t heard friendly shouts of Wax on, wax off or Sweep the leg! Now, with Macchio reprising his role as Daniel LaRusso in the #1 ranked Netflix show Cobra Kai, he is finally ready to look back and cele-brate the legacy of The Karate Kid in cinema, pop culture, and his own life. The result, Waxing On, is a comprehensive look at the film that shaped Macchio as much as it influenced the world. He shares an insider s perspective of the untold story behind the scenes the innocence of the early days; the audition process; his experiences working with Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue, and William Zabka; and so much more. He also takes readers through the birth of some of the film s most iconic moments, including the creation of the famous crane kick and the touching scenes that revealed Mr. Miyagi s intriguing backstory. Ultimately, the book centers on Ralph s indelible connection to the film itself, focusing on the reason that the characters and themes have endured in such a powerful way, and how these personal experiences have impacted Macchio s life as well. It brings readers back to the day they met Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi for the first time, but also provides a fascinating lens into how our pasts shape all of us, and how they can come back to enrich our lives in surprising and wonderful ways.

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The renowned author returns with a timely book about his journeys to three sites of conflict - Dakar, South Carolina, and Palestine - exploring how the stories we tell, and the ones we don't, shape our realities. 'An earnest and intimate exploration of locations of extreme injustice' Oprah Daily *** Ta-Nehisi Coates originally set out to write a book about writing, but soon found himself grappling with deeper questions about the destructive myths that shape our world. First we join Coates on his inaugural trip to Africa - a journey to Dakar, where he finds himself in two places at once: a modern city in Senegal and the ghost-haunted country of his imagination. He then takes readers to Columbia, South Carolina, where he reports on the banning of his own work and the deep roots of a false and fiercely protected American mythology - visibly on display in its segregationist statues. Finally in Palestine, Coates sees with devastating clarity the tragedy that grows in the clash between the stories we tell and reality on the ground. Written at a dramatic moment in American and global history, this work from one of our most important writers is about the urgent need to embrace the liberating power of even the most difficult truths. *** 'Coates exhorts readers, including students, parents, educators, and journalists, to challenge conventional narratives that can be used to justify ethnic cleansing or camouflage racist policing' Booklist 'Coats always writes with purpose . . . These pilgrimages for him, ground his powerful writing about race' Associated Press

From hilarious MEGA bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a new festive story collection from the world of Lottie Brooks! THIS CHRISTMAS ISN'T JUST ABOUT LOTTIE...BUT IT'S AS CHAOTIC AS EVER! We all know Lottie LOVES Christmas - the chocolate, the presents, spending time with her weird but wonderful family! But what does Burger Tom get up to on Christmas Day? How did Molly celebrate the festive period in Australia? And why are the hammies so afraid of cousin Fwankie?! Because sometimes, it's not all about Lottie! In these twelve hilarious festive short stories, find out what Bella gets up to on her first Christmas, how Toby's prank backfires, when Poppy becomes the star of the show, and how Jess saves the day for her football team! And Lottie shares her most DISASTROUS Christmas story ever! So, grab a Terry's Chocolate Orange (yes, a whole one obvs) and spend this Christmas with all of your favourite characters from the world of LOTTIE BROOKS! Readers LOVE Lottie Brooks: My daughter couldn't put it down and read it in 2 days. Read at breakfast, walking downstairs, tea time, in the bath. My 9-year-old daughter devoured it in two nights, and all I could hear from her was giggling and the occasional "Mum! Listen to this! This is SO me!". My 12 year old reluctant reader took this book, read 100 pages in one night and proclaimed it 'the best book ever' Katie has managed to capture the essence of what this group think and feel in a positive, life-affirming fashion' Have you read all of Lottie's embarrassing diaries? Book 1: The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks Book 2: The Catastrophic Friendship Fails of Lottie Brooks Book 3: The Mega Complicated Crushes of Lottie Brooks Book 4: The Totally Disastrous School Trip of Lottie Brooks Book 5: The Completely Chaotic Christmas of Lottie Brooks Book 6: The Majorly Awkward BFF Dramas of Lottie Brooks Book 7: Lottie Brooks Vs The Ultra Mean Girls Book 8: The Seriously Epic Holiday of Lottie Brooks Other books from the world of Lottie Brooks: Lottie Brooks's Essential Guide to Life

A heart-stopping story of friendship, thrill-seeking and defying expectations 'Tender, immersive, and thrilling' GABRIELLE ZEVIN, author of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow 'One of the best novels I've ever read about friendship between a young man and a young woman ... Exciting and tension filled' STEPHEN KING 'A breathtaking, thrilling and unforgettable story of friendship, of hopes and dreams against a reality so harsh it broke my heart' CHRIS WHITAKER, author of All the Colours of the Dark 'An adrenalized, heart-stopping, stomach-lurching ride of the highest stakes' ELIZABETH GILBERT 'Profound and stunning ... It will make you question yourself and every one of your beliefs' LIZ NUGENT, author of The Truth About Ruby Cooper and Strange Sally Diamond *** ''All this is, is the thing we've always known: we have nothing and nobody except each other. But that, we have in spades. Now, let's go climb rocks." Dan and Tamma are two teenagers growing up in the shadow of California's Joshua Tree National Park. One is a gifted golden child, the other a mouthy burnout. Climbing boulders in trash-strewn parking lots during cold desert nights, their friendship is forged as they dream of a life of adventure. As their final year of high school unfolds and adult reality looms, they are rocked by change and pulled apart by irreconcilable obligations. And as their climbs become ever more dangerous, and their home lives ever more extreme, it's inevitable that something is going to snap...

The New York Times, BusinessWeek, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller that redefined what it means to be a leader.   Since it was first published almost a decade ago, Seth Godin's visionary book has helped tens of thousands of leaders turn a scattering of followers into a loyal tribe. If you need to rally fellow employees, customers, investors, believers, hobbyists, or readers around an idea, this book will demystify the process.   It's human nature to seek out tribes, be they religious, ethnic, economic, political, or even musical (think of the Deadheads).  Now the Internet has eliminated the barriers of geography, cost, and time. Social media gives anyone who wants to make a difference the tools to do so.   With his signature wit and storytelling flair, Godin presents the three steps to building a tribe: the desire to change things, the ability to connect a tribe, and the willingness to lead.   If you think leadership is for other people, think again leaders come in surprising packages. Consider Joel Spolsky and his international tribe of scary-smart software engineers. Or Gary Vaynerhuck, a wine expert with a devoted following of enthusiasts. Chris Sharma led a tribe of rock climbers up impossible cliff faces, while Mich Mathews, a VP at Microsoft, ran her internal tribe of marketers from her cube in Seattle.   Tribes will make you think really think about the opportunities to mobilize an audience that are already at your fingertips. It's not easy, but it's easier than you think.

'The greatest story of our age ... Be very afraid' John Arlidge, Sunday Times Michael Lewis's epic bestseller tells the outrageous story of the multi-millionaires and whizz kids who scammed the banking system in the blink of an eye - and the whistleblowers who tried to stop them. It's hilarious, terrifying and it's all true. 'Thrilling, a masterclass' Robert McCrum, Observer, Books of the Year 'Jaw-dropping, astonishing ... Lewis has lit the touch paper' Liam Halligan, Spectator 'The kind of writer who creates his own weather system' John Lanchester, London Review of Books 'I read Michael Lewis for the same reasons I watch Tiger Woods. I'll never play like that. But it's good to be reminded every now and again what genius looks like' Malcolm Gladwell