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The fifth book in the bestselling Chronicles of St Mary's series which follows a group of tea-soaked disaster magnets as they hurtle their way around History. If you love Jasper Fforde or Ben Aaronovitch, you won't be able to resist Jodi Taylor. A Fete Worse Than Death... The St Mary's Institute of Historical Research has finally recovered from its wounds and it's business as usual for those rascals in the History Department. From being trapped in the Great Fire of London to an unfortunately timed comfort break at Thermopylae, which leaves the fate of the western world hanging in the balance, Max must struggle to get History back on track. But first, they must get through the St Mary's Fete - which is sure to end badly for everyone. Only one thing is certain, life at St Mary's is never dull! Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'Once in a while, I discover an author who changes everything ... Jodi Taylor and her protagonista Madeleine "Max" Maxwell have seduced me' 'A great mix of British proper-ness and humour with a large dollop of historical fun ' ' Addictive. I wish St Mary's was real and I was a part of it' 'Jodi Taylor has an imagination that gets me completely hooked ' 'A tour de force'

Schooldays at St Clare's are never dull for twins Pat and Isabel O'Sullivan in Enid Blyton's much-loved boarding school series. Claudine at St Clare's Eileen's mother is the new Matron and Mam'zelle's niece, Claudine, joins St Clare's and causes havoc wherever she goes. The twins are enchanted by rebellious Claudine and her mad-cap plans, but will she last the term? Fifth Formers of St Clare's The girls are in the fifth form, about to reach the sixth, but they are not too old for tricks and escapades, jokes and excitement. Especially amusing is French girl Antoinette who, like her sister Claudine, doesn't always understand the ways of St. Clare's. The Sixth Form at St Clare's The unimaginable has happened - the twins made head girl! It's a tough job - cheeky first formers and cruel Priscilla keep the girls on their toes. There'll be mischief at St Clare's! Between 1941 and 1946, Enid Blyton wrote six novels set at St Clare's. Books 5, 6 and 9 are authorised sequels of the series written by Pamela Cox and feature storylines set in between the original Blyton novels. These books were published in 2000/2008 and are unillustrated.

Soundings and Choc Lit present the audio edition of Mistletoe and Mayhem at the Little Shopping Mall. There's a saying about all work and no play - but there's never a dull moment for Caroline working at Holly Walk Mall, especially at Christmas. When she's not dealing with orders from Ian, 'the manager who can't manage' as her friend Rachel puts it, she's overseeing the usual late-night shopping sessions, Santa's grotto construction and, most importantly, the sampling of many delicious festive treats at the Italian café her friends Nina and Marco own. But when a new jewellery shop moves in and brings 'mysterious guy with the cute bottom' to Holly Walk, Caro isn't yet aware just how much mayhem she's in for in the countdown to Christmas. With strategically placed mistletoe, revealing cowboy outfits and even a bit of sleuthing, could this festive season turn out to be the liveliest yet for both Caro and her beloved Mall?

The highs and heartbreak of caring for the animals we love You never know who or what is going to walk, crawl or slither through the doors of veterinary hospital... Clumsy Luna the Greyhound and her fragile front legs; the tortoise in need of a prosthetic leg; Jock the Saint Bernard and his problematic eyelashes; Edward the Burmese cat and his extravagant diet; the burly farmer and the world's tiniest Chihuahua, Lulu-bell... there is never a dull day in the life of a vet nurse. As the people who care for them around the clock, vet nurses are uniquely placed to speak for their patients and help us understand what our pets are going through. From emergency shifts at a posh London practice to a busy country hospital treating all manner of wildlife - snakes, foxes, hedgehogs - to working with equine-surgeons and teaching the art of care to new generations of vet nurses in New Zealand, Tales of a Vet Nurse is about a life devoted to saving our beloved and unconditional friends. Along the way, Jade enlightens readers to the forbidden feasts of Labradors, the dangers of x-raying prize-winning showjumpers, and the most common pets she sees as hospital inpatients.

Has there ever been a history of the world as readable as this? In The Human Story, James C. Davis takes us on a journey to ancient times, telling how peoples of the world settled down and founded cities, conquered neighbors, and established religions, and continues over the course of history, when they fought two nearly global wars and journeyed into space. Davis's account is swift and clear, never dull or dry. He lightens it with pungent anecdotes and witty quotes. Although this compact volume may not be hard to pick up, it's definitely hard to put down. For example, on the death of Alexander the Great, who in a decade had never lost a single battle, and who had staked out an empire that spanned the entire Near East and Egypt, Davis writes: "When they heard how ill he was, the king's devoted troops insisted on seeing him. He couldn't speak, but as his soldiers -- every one -- filed by in silence, Alexander's eyes uttered his farewells. He died in June 323 B.C., at the ripe old age of thirty-two." In similar fashion Davis recounts Russia's triumph in the space race as it happened on an autumn night in 1957: "A bugle sounded, flames erupted, and with a roar like rolling thunder, Russia's rocket lifted off. It bore aloft the earth's first artificial satellite, a shiny sphere the size of a basketball. Its name was Sputnik, meaning 'companion' or 'fellow traveler' (through space). The watchers shouted, 'Off. She's off. Our baby's off!' Some danced; others kissed and waved their arms." Though we live in an age of many doubts, James C. Davis thinks we humans are advancing. As The Human Story ends, he concludes, "The world's still cruel; that's understood, / But once was worse. So far so good."

7-in-1 Vielseitigkeit für endloses Spielvergnügen: Kombiniert Kletterleiter, Kletterwandimitation, Rutsche, Bogenkletterer und Sicherheitsmatte in einem Set. Perfekt für Indoor-Spielzeiten, bietet sowohl aktive Kletter-Abenteuer als auch entspannende Lese- oder Ruheräume am Bogen – never a dull moment für Kinder 1-3 Jahre. Hochwertige Birkenholzkonstruktion & europäische Sicherheitsstandards: Das Montessori Spielset besteht aus massivem Birkenholz mit klarer Holzmaserung, robuster und langlebiger als MDF oder Furnier-Produkte. Vorinstallierte Handläufe der Rutsche eliminieren Instabilitätsrisiken, vollständig konform mit EU-Sicherheitsnormen für Kleinkinder – Sicherheit steht an erster Stelle. Verstellbare Schwierigkeitsgrade für langanhaltende Kindentwicklung: Mit 4 einstellbaren Winkeln passt sich unterschiedlichen Altersstufen und Fähigkeiten an. Von einfacher Kletterübung für Toddler bis zu anspruchsvollen Herausforderungen fördert es Gleichgewicht, Koordination und motorische Fähigkeiten – langanhaltende Nutzung ohne schnellen Austauschbedarf. Ergonomisches Design für Komfort & Familienbindung: Der gebogene Bogen ist ergonomisch gestaltet, ideal zum Entspannen und Ausruhen nach spielerischen Aktivitäten. Das kompakte Design eignet sich für Wohnzimmer oder Kinderzimmer, ermöglicht Eltern-Kind-Interaktion und stärkt die Familienbindung – typisch Montessori-Prinzipien in der täglichen Nutzung. Einfacher Aufbau: Dieses Kletterset ist einfach aufzubauen und enthält alle benötigten Teile. Eine verständliche Anleitung sorgt für einen problemlosen Aufbau, sodass Ihr Kind sofort mit dem Spielen beginnen kann. Montessori-Kletterspielzeug lässt sich leicht auf- und abbauen und ist somit praktisch für die Aufbewahrung und Verwendung während des Spielens., Hersteller: STYPLZ

The wildest, strangest, best Dresden adventure to date...Butcher s blending of modern fantasy with classic noir sensibilities ensures that there s never a dull moment. SF Site Paranormal investigations are Harry Dresden s business and Chicago is his beat, as he tries to bring law and order to a world of wizards and monsters that exists alongside everyday life. And though most inhabitants of the Windy City don t believe in magic, the Special Investigations Department of the Chicago PD knows better. Karrin Murphy is the head of S. I. and Harry s good friend. So when a killer vampire threatens to destroy Murphy s reputation unless Harry does her bidding, he has no choice. The vampire wants the Word of Kemmler (whatever that is) and all the power that comes with it. Now, Harry is in a race against time and six merciless necromancers to find the Word before Chicago experiences a Halloween night to wake the dead...

The must-have bestseller from the Happy Pear twins! 'These lovely boys always create incredibly tasty food' Jamie Oliver Let's face it: while we want to eat more fruit and veg and things we know are good for us, we sometimes fall short because we're not sure how to turn all that great produce into great food. Well, welcome to the Happy Pear way of eating - healthy but never worthy, easy but never dull, and packed with mind-blowing flavour, exciting texture and vibrant colour. The Happy Pear opened when David and Stephen Flynn, passionate about starting a food revolution in their home town, took over their local fruit and veg shop and later opened a café. Their revolution has not only succeeded, but it is spreading, and The Happy Pear's fans range from young parents to pensioners, ladies-who-lunch to teens-on-the-run, hipsters to Hollywood stars. David and Stephen's first cookbook is full of irresistible recipes for everything from everyday breakfasts, lunches and dinners, to scrumptious - and yes, still wholesome! - cakes and sweet treats, to special occasion splurges . David and Stephen also tell their story (how they transformed from jocks to hippies before finally finding their groove), share their top tips for maximizing taste and goodness in food, and explain how they've succeeded in building a food business based on flavour, health and community. _____________ 'The poster boys for a healthy way of life' Sunday Times ' Proper good food . . . hearty, decent and delicious' Russell Brand 'I love The Happy Pear . . . genuinely good food that brings healthy eating in from the cold' Irish Times 'My favourite [vegetarian cookbook] . . . packed with recipes, health advice and inspirational stories' Huffington Post 'A healthy eating phenomenon' Mail on Sunday 'These Irish twins are on a roll' Time Out '[They] couldn't look healthier or happier . . . the poster boys for vegetarianism in Ireland' The Times

Christopher Briden, der Sohn des Earl of Wraithe, ahnt nichts davon, dass sein Vater einst ebenfalls zum magischen Zirkel der Sieben gehörte. Mit Huren und wahnwitzigen Duellen vertreibt der junge Adelsspross sich die freie Zeit, während Robert Swanson einer brandheißen Spur nachgeht: Es soll angeblich noch ein Grimoire geben, das Armand de Nevers damals übersehen hat. Swanson bittet den Earl of Wraithe um Beistand und Unterstützung, denn beide wissen, dass die Göttin aus dem Totenreich erwacht ist. Doch Swanson ahnt nicht, wie dicht seine Begegnung mit ihr bevorsteht...

The wildest, strangest, best Dresden adventure to date...Butcher s blending of modern fantasy with classic noir sensibilities ensures that there s never a dull moment. SF Site   Paranormal investigations are Harry Dresden s business and Chicago is his beat, as he tries to bring law and order to a world of wizards and monsters that exists alongside everyday life. And though most inhabitants of the Windy City don t believe in magic, the Special Investigations Department of the Chicago PD knows better.   Karrin Murphy is the head of S. I. and Harry s good friend. So when a killer vampire threatens to destroy Murphy s reputation unless Harry does her bidding, he has no choice. The vampire wants the Word of Kemmler (whatever that is) and all the power that comes with it. Now, Harry is in a race against time and six merciless necromancers to find the Word before Chicago experiences a Halloween night to wake the dead...

If you are looking for a practical guide to help you achieve peak health, increased energy in your day, optimal weight and a calm mindset even amidst chaos, then The Satvic Revolution is for you. Authors Subah and Harshvardhan battled chronic diseases for many years. After trying all available solutions with no success, they turned to natural health wisdom. They adopted seven life-changing habits, using which, they were able to fully heal themselves. In this book, they share these with you. These habits draw from the best of both worlds--ancient wisdom and modern science. While the first four elevate your physical health, the last three focus on deeper aspects that are often overlooked--your mental and spiritual health. Designed to be an easy and fun read, this book includes engaging stories, illustrations and activities, making sure you never have a dull moment throughout your journey.

If you are looking for a practical guide to help you achieve peak health, increased energy in your day, optimal weight and a calm mindset even amidst chaos, then The Satvic Revolution is for you. Authors Subah and Harshvardhan battled chronic diseases for many years. After trying all available solutions with no success, they turned to natural health wisdom. They adopted seven life-changing habits, using which, they were able to fully heal themselves. In this book, they share these with you. These habits draw from the best of both worlds--ancient wisdom and modern science. While the first four elevate your physical health, the last three focus on deeper aspects that are often overlooked--your mental and spiritual health. Designed to be an easy and fun read, this book includes engaging stories, illustrations and activities, making sure you never have a dull moment throughout your journey.

7-in-1 Vielseitigkeit für endloses Spielvergnügen: Kombiniert Kletterleiter, Kletterwandimitation, Rutsche, Bogenkletterer und Sicherheitsmatte in einem Set. Perfekt für Indoor-Spielzeiten, bietet sowohl aktive Kletter-Abenteuer als auch entspannende Lese- oder Ruheräume am Bogen – never a dull moment für Kinder 1-3 Jahre. Hochwertige Birkenholzkonstruktion & europäische Sicherheitsstandards: Das Montessori Spielset besteht aus massivem Birkenholz mit klarer Holzmaserung, robuster und langlebiger als MDF oder Furnier-Produkte. Vorinstallierte Handläufe der Rutsche eliminieren Instabilitätsrisiken, vollständig konform mit EU-Sicherheitsnormen für Kleinkinder – Sicherheit steht an erster Stelle. Verstellbare Schwierigkeitsgrade für langanhaltende Kindentwicklung: Mit 4 einstellbaren Winkeln passt sich unterschiedlichen Altersstufen und Fähigkeiten an. Von einfacher Kletterübung für Toddler bis zu anspruchsvollen Herausforderungen fördert es Gleichgewicht, Koordination und motorische Fähigkeiten – langanhaltende Nutzung ohne schnellen Austauschbedarf. Ergonomisches Design für Komfort & Familienbindung: Der gebogene Bogen ist ergonomisch gestaltet, ideal zum Entspannen und Ausruhen nach spielerischen Aktivitäten. Das kompakte Design eignet sich für Wohnzimmer oder Kinderzimmer, ermöglicht Eltern-Kind-Interaktion und stärkt die Familienbindung – typisch Montessori-Prinzipien in der täglichen Nutzung. Einfacher Aufbau: Dieses Kletterset ist einfach aufzubauen und enthält alle benötigten Teile. Eine verständliche Anleitung sorgt für einen problemlosen Aufbau, sodass Ihr Kind sofort mit dem Spielen beginnen kann. Montessori-Kletterspielzeug lässt sich leicht auf- und abbauen und ist somit praktisch für die Aufbewahrung und Verwendung während des Spielens., Hersteller: STYPLZ

The must-have bestseller from the Happy Pear twins! 'These lovely boys always create incredibly tasty food' Jamie Oliver Let's face it: while we want to eat more fruit and veg and things we know are good for us, we sometimes fall short because we're not sure how to turn all that great produce into great food. Well, welcome to the Happy Pear way of eating - healthy but never worthy, easy but never dull, and packed with mind-blowing flavour, exciting texture and vibrant colour. The Happy Pear opened when David and Stephen Flynn, passionate about starting a food revolution in their home town, took over their local fruit and veg shop and later opened a café. Their revolution has not only succeeded, but it is spreading, and The Happy Pear's fans range from young parents to pensioners, ladies-who-lunch to teens-on-the-run, hipsters to Hollywood stars. David and Stephen's first cookbook is full of irresistible recipes for everything from everyday breakfasts, lunches and dinners, to scrumptious - and yes, still wholesome! - cakes and sweet treats, to special occasion splurges . David and Stephen also tell their story (how they transformed from jocks to hippies before finally finding their groove), share their top tips for maximizing taste and goodness in food, and explain how they've succeeded in building a food business based on flavour, health and community. _____________ 'The poster boys for a healthy way of life' Sunday Times ' Proper good food . . . hearty, decent and delicious' Russell Brand 'I love The Happy Pear . . . genuinely good food that brings healthy eating in from the cold' Irish Times 'My favourite [vegetarian cookbook] . . . packed with recipes, health advice and inspirational stories' Huffington Post 'A healthy eating phenomenon' Mail on Sunday 'These Irish twins are on a roll' Time Out '[They] couldn't look healthier or happier . . . the poster boys for vegetarianism in Ireland' The Times

What if Wendy first traveled to Never Land with Captain Hook? Now in a deluxe paperback edition featuring gorgeous printed edges! Head for the second star to the right in this tale inspired by Peter Pan, from the New York Times bestselling series that reimagines beloved Disney films. Sixteen-year-old Wendy Darling’s life is not what she imagined it would be. The doldrums of an empty house after her brothers have gone to school, the dull parties where everyone thinks she talks too much, and the fact that her parents have decided to send her away to Ireland as a governess—it all makes her wish things could be different. Wendy’s only real escape is in writing down tales of Never Land. After nearly meeting her hero, Peter Pan, four years earlier, she still holds on to the childhood hope that his magical home truly exists. She also holds on to his shadow. So when an opportunity to travel to Never Land via pirate ship presents itself, Wendy makes a deal with the devil. But Never Land isn’t quite the place she imagined it would be—unexpected dangers and strange foes pop up at every turn, and a little pixie named Tinker Bell seems less than willing to help. But when Captain Hook reveals some rather permanent and evil plans for Never Land, it’s up to Wendy and Tinkerbell to save Peter Pan—and his home.

A suspenseful, often harrowing yet hopeful odyssey through rural America follows a young drifter’s coming of age in an indifferent world, in this debut novel by comedian Louis C.K. When Ingram is forced by overwhelming poverty and spiritual exhaustion to walk away from his home, he leaves behind a neglectful childhood on a dirt farm on a dead-end road. With no family, no resources, and no practical understanding of the world, Ingram’s only compass is the daily fight to survive and the narrow dream of one day owning a truck. A picaresque novel set against the backdrop of working-class Texas, Ingram invites readers to see the world through the eyes of a child who drifts through a tough American landscape of corn farms and oil fields, guided by diner waitresses, migrant workers, and criminals, trying to make sense of a world that doesn’t care about him anymore than a jungle or desert does for the creatures that toil to survive within them. The reality Ingram discovers is wild and cruel, but filled with unexpected wonders. Though this young boy faces tornadoes, explosions, thieves, and rampant violence, his curiosity, humor, and resilience never dull. As he begins to push against the tide of social and natural bad luck that seems to almost chase him, Ingram begins to forge himself into an individual with agency and the ability and right to choose his own moves, even if he’s not always prepared for the consequences. Through Ingram’s journey, he begins to come to terms with a forgotten tragedy from his past that shapes the way he understands himself, his family, and his own place in the world.

Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum and R.W. Alley. Somehow Paddington always manages to find himself in strange situations. From a squishy miscommunication involving oysters and public transit to a case of mistaken identity, there's never a dull moment when a certain bear is around! Paddington Races Ahead is the thirteenth classic novel about Michael Bond's beloved classic character, Paddington Bear. What sort of trouble will Paddington find himself in this time? Funny Stories for Kids: Whether he’s puzzling over oysters or causing chaos with shaving cream, Paddington’s adventures are sure to make young readers laugh out loud. A Beloved Classic Character: Paddington’s earnest attempts to get things right always seem to go wonderfully wrong, making him a friend to readers of all ages. Heartwarming Family Story: Join the Brown family as they navigate the delightful chaos that follows Paddington wherever he goes, from the kitchen to the park. Perfect for Young Readers: An ideal chapter book for children ages 8-12, with timeless illustrations that bring Paddington’s world to life.

This bracing history uses the earth-shaking development of the steam engine to show how the very idea of intellectual property was essential to the entire Industrial Revolution. Hardly a week passes without some high-profile court case that features intellectual property at its center. But how did the belief that one could own an idea come about? And how did that belief change the way humankind lives and works? William Rosen, author of Justinian's Flea, seeks to answer these questions and more with The Most Powerful Idea in the World. A lively and passionate study of the engineering and scientific breakthroughs that led to the steam engine, this book argues that the very notion of intellectual property drove not only the invention of the steam engine but also the entire Industrial Revolution: history's first sustained era of economic improvement. To do so, Rosen conjures up an eccentric cast of characters, including the legal philosophers who enabled most the inventive society in millennia, and the scientists and inventors-Thomas Newcomen, Robert Boyle, and James Watt-who helped to create and perfect the steam engine over the centuries. With wit and wide-ranging curiosity, Rosen explores the power of creativity, capital, and collaboration in the brilliant engineering of the steam engine and how this power source, which fueled factories, ships, and railroads, changed human history. Deeply informative and never dull, Rosen's account of one of the most important inventions made by humans is a rollicking ride through history, with careful scholarship and fast-paced prose in equal measure.

The perfect listen for fans of All Creatures Great and Small, this is a charming collection of classic stories from James Herriot's much-loved books, with insights into his life and work from his children Rosie and Jim.With astute observations and boundless humour, country vet Herriot captures the spirit of the Yorkshire Dales and of rural communities on the cusp of change, before tractors and machines had taken over and modern medicines and antibiotics transformed veterinary work. Along the way a beloved cast of characters emerges, from the squabbling brothers Tristan and Siegfried to Herriot's hapless courtship and eventual family life with Helen Anderson. But it's the animals which are at the heart of Herriot's stories. Whether he's dodging a raging bull on a risky artificial insemination assignment, becoming pen pals with Tricki Woo the spoilt Pekingese pooch, or the inevitable trials and tribulations of lambing season, there's never a dull moment in Herriot's company.At times moving and often laugh-out-loud funny, The Wonderful World of James Herriot will delight fans old and new.

Blello fwends! The Internet's favorite tiny cooking herbivore invites you to see the world through his eyes in the Tiny Chef 2027 Wall Calendar ! Never experience a dull moment with Tiny Chef as his spirit, charm, and cleverness help him deal with the unpredictable nature of life in the Tiny Chef 2027 Wall Calendar! Living in a humble garden tree stump and creating the world's tiniest dishes, Cheffy is always truly himself as he finds ingenious ways to work tiny. In this calendar, the eight inch-tall (six and a half inches without his hat) cooking aficionado shares snapshots from his life inside and outside of the kitchen, inviting you to look at the world a little differently. Featuring 12 full color images of Tiny Chef. Includes stickers! Bonus spread for September-December 2026 Generous grids for adding appointments and reminders Includes major official world holidays Includes moon phases Opens to 12 inches x 24 inches

A suspenseful, often harrowing yet hopeful odyssey through rural America follows a young drifter’s coming of age in an indifferent world, in this debut novel by comedian Louis C.K. When Ingram is forced by overwhelming poverty and spiritual exhaustion to walk away from his home, he leaves behind a neglectful childhood on a dirt farm on a dead-end road. With no family, no resources, and no practical understanding of the world, Ingram’s only compass is the daily fight to survive and the narrow dream of one day owning a truck. A picaresque novel set against the backdrop of working-class Texas, Ingram invites readers to see the world through the eyes of a child who drifts through a tough American landscape of corn farms and oil fields, guided by diner waitresses, migrant workers, and criminals, trying to make sense of a world that doesn’t care about him anymore than a jungle or desert does for the creatures that toil to survive within them. The reality Ingram discovers is wild and cruel, but filled with unexpected wonders. Though this young boy faces tornadoes, explosions, thieves, and rampant violence, his curiosity, humor, and resilience never dull. As he begins to push against the tide of social and natural bad luck that seems to almost chase him, Ingram begins to forge himself into an individual with agency and the ability and right to choose his own moves, even if he’s not always prepared for the consequences. Through Ingram’s journey, he begins to come to terms with a forgotten tragedy from his past that shapes the way he understands himself, his family, and his own place in the world.

What if the deadliest assassin in all of Mexico, a man with dozens of kills to his name, was actually a vacuum repairman in Arizona? Falcon City, Arizona. Jacques Ramirez works at Robotop, the leading home appliance company in the southwest United States. Jacques is efficient, thorough, and discreet. That last one is easy: he's also mute. But everything changes when two members of one of Paso del Rio's largest drug cartels stumble upon Jacques and believe him to be the deadly hitman who betrayed them in the past: the ruthless Ramirez. Could it be that the cartel's legendary clean-up man is really a legendary vacuum cleaner expert? Now that they've found him, the men of the cartel will do everything they can to kill this traitor! Nicolas Petrimaux presents a tribute to the action thrillers of the 1980s and 90s, a brutal narrative with never a dull moment. Gunning for Ramirez is as much a descendant of Friedkin's To Live and Die in L.A. as it is Taratino's Pulp Fiction or Rodriguez's Mexico Trilogy.

A suspenseful, often harrowing yet hopeful odyssey through rural America follows a young drifter’s coming of age in an indifferent world, in this debut novel by comedian Louis C.K. When Ingram is forced by overwhelming poverty and spiritual exhaustion to walk away from his home, he leaves behind a neglectful childhood on a dirt farm on a dead-end road. With no family, no resources, and no practical understanding of the world, Ingram’s only compass is the daily fight to survive and the narrow dream of one day owning a truck. A picaresque novel set against the backdrop of working-class Texas, Ingram invites readers to see the world through the eyes of a child who drifts through a tough American landscape of corn farms and oil fields, guided by diner waitresses, migrant workers, and criminals, trying to make sense of a world that doesn’t care about him anymore than a jungle or desert does for the creatures that toil to survive within them. The reality Ingram discovers is wild and cruel, but filled with unexpected wonders. Though this young boy faces tornadoes, explosions, thieves, and rampant violence, his curiosity, humor, and resilience never dull. As he begins to push against the tide of social and natural bad luck that seems to almost chase him, Ingram begins to forge himself into an individual with agency and the ability and right to choose his own moves, even if he’s not always prepared for the consequences. Through Ingram’s journey, he begins to come to terms with a forgotten tragedy from his past that shapes the way he understands himself, his family, and his own place in the world.

Ilona Andrews invites you back to the #1 New York Times bestselling Kate Daniels series in this exciting new long novella featuring Kate, Curran and Conlan, some familiar faces, some new friends, and all the special brand of chaos they create! Kate, Curran and their son, Conlan have left Atlanta, vowing to keep a low profile, and are settling into a new city and new house...but some things never change! Magical mayhem is about to erupt when Kate undertakes the rescue of a kidnapped youth, while Curran guards the homefront. It should be a simple retrieval, but with monsters on land and sea, Kate's got her work cut out for her. Still, she's never let her blade dull or her purpose falter. And that low profile? It's about to wash away with the raging tides!

Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum and R.W. Alley. Somehow Paddington always manages to find himself in strange situations. From a squishy miscommunication involving oysters and public transit to a case of mistaken identity, there's never a dull moment when a certain bear is around! Paddington Races Ahead is the thirteenth classic novel about Michael Bond's beloved classic character, Paddington Bear. What sort of trouble will Paddington find himself in this time? Funny Stories for Kids: Whether he’s puzzling over oysters or causing chaos with shaving cream, Paddington’s adventures are sure to make young readers laugh out loud. A Beloved Classic Character: Paddington’s earnest attempts to get things right always seem to go wonderfully wrong, making him a friend to readers of all ages. Heartwarming Family Story: Join the Brown family as they navigate the delightful chaos that follows Paddington wherever he goes, from the kitchen to the park. Perfect for Young Readers: An ideal chapter book for children ages 8-12, with timeless illustrations that bring Paddington’s world to life.

What if Wendy first traveled to Never Land with Captain Hook? Now in a deluxe paperback edition featuring gorgeous printed edges! Head for the second star to the right in this tale inspired by Peter Pan, from the New York Times bestselling series that reimagines beloved Disney films. Sixteen-year-old Wendy Darling’s life is not what she imagined it would be. The doldrums of an empty house after her brothers have gone to school, the dull parties where everyone thinks she talks too much, and the fact that her parents have decided to send her away to Ireland as a governess—it all makes her wish things could be different. Wendy’s only real escape is in writing down tales of Never Land. After nearly meeting her hero, Peter Pan, four years earlier, she still holds on to the childhood hope that his magical home truly exists. She also holds on to his shadow. So when an opportunity to travel to Never Land via pirate ship presents itself, Wendy makes a deal with the devil. But Never Land isn’t quite the place she imagined it would be—unexpected dangers and strange foes pop up at every turn, and a little pixie named Tinker Bell seems less than willing to help. But when Captain Hook reveals some rather permanent and evil plans for Never Land, it’s up to Wendy and Tinkerbell to save Peter Pan—and his home.

Have fun with language! What Is an antonym? One book is never enough to explore the wide range of antonyms! In this follow up to Stop and Go, Yes and No, the zany (not ordinary) cats deliver loads of additional examples to illustrate the power of these opposites. Brian P. Cleary's playful (not dull) verse and Brian Gable's comical (not serious) cats turn traditional grammar lessons on end. Each pair of antonyms is printed in color for easy (not difficult) identification. Read this book aloud and share the delight of the sense--and nonsense--of words.

Madame Bovary follows the tragic life of Emma Bovary, a young woman who yearns for romance, beauty, and excitement beyond the dull routines of provincial life. Trapped in a mundane marriage to a kind but unimaginative country doctor, Emma seeks escape through romantic affairs and reckless spending. Gustave Flaubert's masterpiece is a biting critique of bourgeois values and a psychologically rich portrayal of a woman driven by dreams and desires she can never fully satisfy. With its elegant prose and pioneering realism, Madame Bovary remains one of the most influential novels in literary history.

Have fun with language! What Is an antonym? One book is never enough to explore the wide range of antonyms! In this follow up to Stop and Go, Yes and No, the zany (not ordinary) cats deliver loads of additional examples to illustrate the power of these opposites. Brian P. Cleary's playful (not dull) verse and Brian Gable's comical (not serious) cats turn traditional grammar lessons on end. Each pair of antonyms is printed in color for easy (not difficult) identification. Read this book aloud and share the delight of the sense--and nonsense--of words.

Make Standout, Effortless and Appetizing Meals Using Your Most Versatile Kitchen Tool! Get ready to fall in love all over again with your Dutch oven. Through 60 mouthwatering recipes, Emily and Matt Clifton, authors of Cork and Knife, show you just how practical and exciting this essential kitchen appliance can be. Be it sweet or savory, long-simmered or last-minute, there is little you can't do in your Dutch oven-your dinners will never feel dull or complicated again. These are just some of the extraordinary dishes you'll be making time and again for your loved ones: - Slow-Braised Lamb Shoulder and Potatoes with Yogurt-Mint Sauce - Olive and Roasted Garlic Pull-Apart Focaccia - Plum, Raspberry and Almond Crumble - Hard Cider-Braised Turkey Thighs with Apples and Onions - Pommes Frites with Three Dipping Sauces - Beer-Steamed Mussels with Chorizo and Fennel - Wonton Soup with Homemade Dumplings and Bok Choy Whether you are gathering your family for a memorable feast, or settling in for a more intimate tête-à-tête between friends, The Ultimate Dutch Oven Cookbook promises a no-fuss (and delectable!) answer to all your mealtime conundrums.