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The Wedding People

The hilarious and moving million-copy bestseller

by Alison Espach ...

The smash-hit international bestseller A Read With Jenna book club pick Winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for Fiction'Best read of the year' THE TIMES'Books as fun as this one are few and far between' GUARDIAN'Sharp, funny and a joy to read' OBSERVERPhoebe Stone arrives at a grand beachside hotel in Rhode Island wearing her best dress and least comfortable... ... Read more

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The smash-hit international bestseller A Read With Jenna book club pick Winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for Fiction'Best read of the year' THE TIMES'Books as fun as this one are few and far between' GUARDIAN'Sharp, funny and a joy to read' OBSERVERPhoebe Stone arrives at a grand beachside hotel in Rhode Island wearing her best dress and least comfortable...
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A Brief History of the Countryside in 100 Objects

by Sally Coulthard ...

A Waterstones Best Book of 2024: Nature WritingThe untold story of rural Britain revealed through its artefacts*'*A really lovely, fascinating book. I dived straight into this clever, joyous, celebration of nature, history, and – of course – the countryside.' Charles Spencer, author of The White ShipFor most of human history, we were rural folk.Our daily lives were bound up with wo... ... Read more

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A Waterstones Best Book of 2024: Nature WritingThe untold story of rural Britain revealed through its artefacts*'*A really lovely, fascinating book. I dived straight into this clever, joyous, celebration of nature, history, and – of course – the countryside.' Charles Spencer, author of The White ShipFor most of human history, we were rural folk.Our daily lives were bound up with wo...
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This Way Up

When Maps Go Wrong (and Why it Matters)

by Map Men ...

A SUNDAY TIMES #1 BESTSELLERA Waterstones Best Nature & Travel Writing Book 2025'Educational, smart and funny’ Richard Osman‘This book is superb’ Charlie Brooker‘Brilliant. Fascinating. Hilarious.’ Jonn Elledge, bestselling author of A History of the World in 47 BordersThe debut book from the YouTube sensation and all-round cartographical ne... ... Read more

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A SUNDAY TIMES #1 BESTSELLERA Waterstones Best Nature & Travel Writing Book 2025'Educational, smart and funny’ Richard Osman‘This book is superb’ Charlie Brooker‘Brilliant. Fascinating. Hilarious.’ Jonn Elledge, bestselling author of A History of the World in 47 BordersThe debut book from the YouTube sensation and all-round cartographical ne...
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Thank You for Arguing

What Cicero, Shakespeare and the Simpsons Can Teach Us About the Art of Persuasion

by Jay Heinrichs ...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERYour ultimate guide to the art of winning arguments, in a brand new editionEveryone is always trying to persuade us of something: politicians, advertising, the media, and most definitely our families. Thank You for Arguing is your master class in the art of persuasion, taught by professors ranging from Bart Simpson to Winston Churchill. With all the wisdom of the ages, ... Read more

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERYour ultimate guide to the art of winning arguments, in a brand new editionEveryone is always trying to persuade us of something: politicians, advertising, the media, and most definitely our families. Thank You for Arguing is your master class in the art of persuasion, taught by professors ranging from Bart Simpson to Winston Churchill. With all the wisdom of the ages,
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Not Needing New

A Practical Guide to Finding the Joy of Enough

by Anna Kilpatrick ...

By sorting out the wants from the needs, Anna shows you how she was able to enrich her life with thrifty and sustainable living. A book worth every penny! - Nancy Birtwhistle, Sunday Times bestselling author of Clean & GreenThis beautifully written book will challenge how you think about consumption and happiness - Patrick Grant, Sunday Times bestselling author of LessNot Needing New is the ultim. ... Read more

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By sorting out the wants from the needs, Anna shows you how she was able to enrich her life with thrifty and sustainable living. A book worth every penny! - Nancy Birtwhistle, Sunday Times bestselling author of Clean & GreenThis beautifully written book will challenge how you think about consumption and happiness - Patrick Grant, Sunday Times bestselling author of LessNot Needing New is the ultim.
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The Girl of Ink & Stars

by Kiran Millwood Hargrave ...

The magical bestseller: perfect for readers of all agesOVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLDWinner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2017Winner of the British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year 2017Shortlisted for the Branford Boase AwardShortlisted for the Jhalak PrizeBeautiful, thrilling and magical, Sunda... ... Read more

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The magical bestseller: perfect for readers of all agesOVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLDWinner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2017Winner of the British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year 2017Shortlisted for the Branford Boase AwardShortlisted for the Jhalak PrizeBeautiful, thrilling and magical, Sunda...
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The Secret Beach

The stunning, escapist and gorgeously romantic new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author

by Veronica Henry ...

THE STUNNING AND ROMANTIC NEW NOVEL FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR VERONICA HENRY!'Dreamy and irresistible!' JILL MANSELL'A summery tale of intrigue, family drama and romance. I loved it!' SARAH MORGANNikki kept her secret safe for twenty years.Now the tide is about to turn...Nikki finally owns the little coastguard cottage of her drea... ... Read more

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THE STUNNING AND ROMANTIC NEW NOVEL FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR VERONICA HENRY!'Dreamy and irresistible!' JILL MANSELL'A summery tale of intrigue, family drama and romance. I loved it!' SARAH MORGANNikki kept her secret safe for twenty years.Now the tide is about to turn...Nikki finally owns the little coastguard cottage of her drea...
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The Beginner's Photography Guide

The Ultimate Step-by-Step Manual for Getting the Most from Your Camera and Phone

by DK ...

Series series DK Practical Photography
All you need is a digital camera or a mobile phone and this best-selling book to unlock your potential as a photographer.From choosing the right equipment and aperture exposure to adjusting focus and flash, The Beginner's Photography Guide explains key concepts in clear and simple terms to help you maximise the features of your camera.Inside this book, you’ll find:-An overview of the basics of ... Read more

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All you need is a digital camera or a mobile phone and this best-selling book to unlock your potential as a photographer.From choosing the right equipment and aperture exposure to adjusting focus and flash, The Beginner's Photography Guide explains key concepts in clear and simple terms to help you maximise the features of your camera.Inside this book, you’ll find:-An overview of the basics of
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The Art of Dramatic Writing

Its Basis in the Creative Interpretation of Human Motives

by Lajos Egri ...

Learn the basic techniques every successful playwright knows! Amid the hundreds of "how-to" books out there, there have been very few which attempted to analyze the mysteries of play construction. Lajos Egri's classic, The Art of Dramatic Writing, does just that, with instruction that can be applied equally well to a short story, novel, or screenplay.Examining a play from the inside out, Egri ... Read more

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Learn the basic techniques every successful playwright knows! Amid the hundreds of "how-to" books out there, there have been very few which attempted to analyze the mysteries of play construction. Lajos Egri's classic, The Art of Dramatic Writing, does just that, with instruction that can be applied equally well to a short story, novel, or screenplay.Examining a play from the inside out, Egri
... Read more
Chinese Foreign Policy in the Era of Great Power Competition

Global Engagement and Strategic Entanglement

Edited by Suisheng Zhao ...

China’s foreign policy is one of the most significant forces shaping global politics today. This book examines the evolving logic, instruments, and contradictions of China’s approach in an era of intensified great power competition. It explores China’s reshaped relations with the United States and Europe, its deepening yet uneasy alignment with Russia, its evolving security and economic strategies ... Read more

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China’s foreign policy is one of the most significant forces shaping global politics today. This book examines the evolving logic, instruments, and contradictions of China’s approach in an era of intensified great power competition. It explores China’s reshaped relations with the United States and Europe, its deepening yet uneasy alignment with Russia, its evolving security and economic strategies
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Chinese Foreign Policy

An Introduction

by Marc Lanteigne ...

This updated and expanded fourth edition of Chinese Foreign Policy seeks to examine the decision-makers, processes, and rationales behind China’s expanding international relations as well as offering an in-depth look at China’s modern global relations.Among the key issues explored in this edition are:The further expansion of Chinese foreign policy from regional (Asia-Pacific) to international ... Read more

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This updated and expanded fourth edition of Chinese Foreign Policy seeks to examine the decision-makers, processes, and rationales behind China’s expanding international relations as well as offering an in-depth look at China’s modern global relations.Among the key issues explored in this edition are:The further expansion of Chinese foreign policy from regional (Asia-Pacific) to international
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Photographer's Guide to the Sony DSC-RX100 VII

Getting the Most from Sony's Advanced Compact Camera

by Alexander White ...

This book is a complete manual for users of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII camera, one of the most advanced, but still pocketable, cameras available. With this book, author Alexander White provides users of the RX100 VII with a guide to all aspects of the camera’s operation, including its many advanced settings for autofocus and exposure control. Using a tutorial-like approach, the book shows ... Read more

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This book is a complete manual for users of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII camera, one of the most advanced, but still pocketable, cameras available. With this book, author Alexander White provides users of the RX100 VII with a guide to all aspects of the camera’s operation, including its many advanced settings for autofocus and exposure control. Using a tutorial-like approach, the book shows
... Read more
China's Foreign Policy since 1949

Continuity and Change

by Kevin Cai ...

Series series Routledge Contemporary China Series
This book provides a systematic and comprehensive analysis and overview of China’s foreign policy since 1949. It starts with constructing an analytical framework for explaining Chinese foreign policy and then, on the basis of that, outlines and analyzes developments in different areas of foreign policy – such as security policy, international economic policy and policy toward multilateralism – and ... Read more

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This book provides a systematic and comprehensive analysis and overview of China’s foreign policy since 1949. It starts with constructing an analytical framework for explaining Chinese foreign policy and then, on the basis of that, outlines and analyzes developments in different areas of foreign policy – such as security policy, international economic policy and policy toward multilateralism – and
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Xi Jinping’s Chinese Dream

Foreign Policy, Politics and Development

Edited by Madhu Bhalla, Sanjeev Kumar ...

Written by Indian experts and strategic thinkers, this book comprehensively analyses the many themes which have come to characterise the Chinese Dream in the “third era” and also examines the narrative of success as well as risks and challenges facing China in various fields. The contributors of the book maintain that the focus on domestic and foreign policy issues emerging from the three last ... Read more

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Written by Indian experts and strategic thinkers, this book comprehensively analyses the many themes which have come to characterise the Chinese Dream in the “third era” and also examines the narrative of success as well as risks and challenges facing China in various fields. The contributors of the book maintain that the focus on domestic and foreign policy issues emerging from the three last
... Read more
Kobo Touch Survival Guide (Mobi Manuals)

by K,Toly ...

This Kobo manual gives step-by-step instructions on how to do everything with your Kobo FASTER. You will also unlock hidden secrets on your Kindle such as how to download free eBooks surf the web and read news for free. This eBook includes: - How to download thousands of free eBooks - Shortcuts and tips - Conserving Battery Life - Registering the Kobo - Connecting the Kobo to a PC or Mac - Buying ... Read more

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This Kobo manual gives step-by-step instructions on how to do everything with your Kobo FASTER. You will also unlock hidden secrets on your Kindle such as how to download free eBooks surf the web and read news for free. This eBook includes: - How to download thousands of free eBooks - Shortcuts and tips - Conserving Battery Life - Registering the Kobo - Connecting the Kobo to a PC or Mac - Buying
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Calling Bullshit

The Art of Scepticism in a Data-Driven World

by Jevin D. West, Carl T. Bergstrom ...

'A necessary book for our times. But also just great fun' Saul Perlmutter, Nobel LaureateThe world is awash in bullshit, and we're drowning in it. Politicians are unconstrained by facts. Science is conducted by press release. Start-up culture elevates hype to high art. These days, calling bullshit is a noble act.Based on a popular course at the University of Washington, Calling Bullshit gives us ... Read more

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'A necessary book for our times. But also just great fun' Saul Perlmutter, Nobel LaureateThe world is awash in bullshit, and we're drowning in it. Politicians are unconstrained by facts. Science is conducted by press release. Start-up culture elevates hype to high art. These days, calling bullshit is a noble act.Based on a popular course at the University of Washington, Calling Bullshit gives us
... Read more
Just Good Manners

The Sunday Times bestselling guide to courtesy, charm, grace and decorum

by William Hanson ...

**A Sunday Times Bestseller'Incredibly interesting and very funny.' - The Times**'This book sparkles like the cut glass of a crystal decanter.' Tom Allen, comedian_____________________________________________________________________What is the correct way to queue at the bar? And why exactly do the English say sorry so much?No one makes such a fuss about manners quite as much as the ... ... Read more

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**A Sunday Times Bestseller'Incredibly interesting and very funny.' - The Times**'This book sparkles like the cut glass of a crystal decanter.' Tom Allen, comedian_____________________________________________________________________What is the correct way to queue at the bar? And why exactly do the English say sorry so much?No one makes such a fuss about manners quite as much as the ...
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The Art of Uncertainty

How to Navigate Chance, Ignorance, Risk and Luck

by David Spiegelhalter ...

Series series Pelican Books
‘Probably the UK’s greatest living statistician’ TelegraphFrom the UK’s ‘statistical national treasure’, a clever and data-driven guide to how we can live with risk and uncertaintyWe live in a world where uncertainty is inevitable. How should we deal with what we don’t know? And what role do chance, luck and coincidence play in our lives?David Spiegelhalter has spent his career dissecting data in ... Read more

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‘Probably the UK’s greatest living statistician’ TelegraphFrom the UK’s ‘statistical national treasure’, a clever and data-driven guide to how we can live with risk and uncertaintyWe live in a world where uncertainty is inevitable. How should we deal with what we don’t know? And what role do chance, luck and coincidence play in our lives?David Spiegelhalter has spent his career dissecting data in
... Read more
The Squiggly Career

The No.1 Sunday Times Business Bestseller - Ditch the Ladder, Discover Opportunity, Design Your Career

by Helen Tupper, Sarah Ellis ...

THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BUSINESS BESTSELLER'The Squiggly Career is about navigating work in a way that suits you, it's a timely and brilliant handbook for now' Stylist'A brilliant guide. Read it and get the tools you need to thrive in your career now and in the future' Marie Forleo, author of Everything is Figureoutable'Logical, practical and based on tried and tested models' Financial Times's Book ... Read more

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THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BUSINESS BESTSELLER'The Squiggly Career is about navigating work in a way that suits you, it's a timely and brilliant handbook for now' Stylist'A brilliant guide. Read it and get the tools you need to thrive in your career now and in the future' Marie Forleo, author of Everything is Figureoutable'Logical, practical and based on tried and tested models' Financial Times's Book
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Friendaholic

Confessions of a Friendship Addict

by Elizabeth Day ...

THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER‘Bravely revealing’ BERNARDINE EVARISTO‘Funny, moving, helpful and true, Friendaholic deserves a massive audience’ SATHNAM SANGHERA‘This book is brilliant’ JO ELVIN‘Essential reading… admirably candid and well-crafted’ GUARDIANAs a society, there is a tendency to elevate romantic love. But what about friendships? Aren't they just as – if not more – important? So why ... Read more

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THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER‘Bravely revealing’ BERNARDINE EVARISTO‘Funny, moving, helpful and true, Friendaholic deserves a massive audience’ SATHNAM SANGHERA‘This book is brilliant’ JO ELVIN‘Essential reading… admirably candid and well-crafted’ GUARDIANAs a society, there is a tendency to elevate romantic love. But what about friendships? Aren't they just as – if not more – important? So why
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Formula One 2026

The World’s Bestselling Grand Prix Guide

by Bruce Jones ...

Series series Formula One Grand Prix Guide
The world's bestselling Grand Prix handbook is back for the new season.This is the definitive guide to Formula 1 in 2026 - a complete examination of all the teams, drivers and tracks featured in the packed Grand Prix calendar. Also including a full review of the 2025 season and a breakdown of the new rules and regulations for 2026, this indispensable guidebook features a full breakdown of last ... Read more

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The world's bestselling Grand Prix handbook is back for the new season.This is the definitive guide to Formula 1 in 2026 - a complete examination of all the teams, drivers and tracks featured in the packed Grand Prix calendar. Also including a full review of the 2025 season and a breakdown of the new rules and regulations for 2026, this indispensable guidebook features a full breakdown of last
... Read more
The Official DVSA Theory Test for Car Drivers: DVSA Safe Driving for Life Series

by Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency ...

Series series DVSA Safe Driving for Life
Learning to drive is an exciting experience. As with acquiring any new skill, you may be nervous and it may be challenging at first. But, before long, you’ll be ready to take the step towards getting your full licence and enjoying the freedom that comes with it. A sound understanding of driving theory will help you to reach that stage. So, the DVSA advice is to take some practical lessons with a ... Read more

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Learning to drive is an exciting experience. As with acquiring any new skill, you may be nervous and it may be challenging at first. But, before long, you’ll be ready to take the step towards getting your full licence and enjoying the freedom that comes with it. A sound understanding of driving theory will help you to reach that stage. So, the DVSA advice is to take some practical lessons with a
... Read more
Walking Ypres

by Paul Reed ...

Series series Battleground Ypres
The medieval city of Ypres will forever be associated with the Great War, especially by the British. From 1914 to 1918 it was the key strong point in the northern sector of the Western Front, and the epic story of its defense has taken on almost legendary status. The city and the surrounding battlefields are also among the most visited sites on the Western Front, and Paul Reeds walking guide is an ... Read more

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The medieval city of Ypres will forever be associated with the Great War, especially by the British. From 1914 to 1918 it was the key strong point in the northern sector of the Western Front, and the epic story of its defense has taken on almost legendary status. The city and the surrounding battlefields are also among the most visited sites on the Western Front, and Paul Reeds walking guide is an
... Read more
Raising A Bilingual Child

A step-by-step guide for parents

by Barbara Zurer Pearson ...

Raising a Bilingual Child, A step-by-step guide for parentsThis readable guidebook prepares you for what to expect and what to do when you're parenting a bilingual-to-be. It also contains general background information that will take you beyond the how, to the why. The book provides you with solid scientific arguments for raising your child bilingually and outlines practical steps you can take to ... Read more

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Raising a Bilingual Child, A step-by-step guide for parentsThis readable guidebook prepares you for what to expect and what to do when you're parenting a bilingual-to-be. It also contains general background information that will take you beyond the how, to the why. The book provides you with solid scientific arguments for raising your child bilingually and outlines practical steps you can take to
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