Today computers shape every aspect of our lives. In our pockets, we carry mobile phones with computing power that was unimaginable just 50 years ago. Many industries are embracing the promises - and the risks - of artificial intelligence. The world is changing faster than ever, and computing is at the heart of technological development.Dermot Turing explores the history of this rapidly evolving technology, from the Charles Babbage and his experiments with steam powered calculators ...

FROM THE ASHES OF AN EMPIRE, A HERO WILL RISE… THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER‘A dazzlingly epic and richly complex world of dragons, magic, and rebellion’ Amélie Wen Zhao, New York Times bestselling author of Song of Silver, Flame Like Night'Dragons with depth… Taran Matharu masterfully layers the history, politics and soulful magic of his world with page-turning ease, all the while delivering shocks,...

STEP INTO A WORLD WHERE VIDEO GAMES ARE REAL!Power Up is a thrilling new series of chapter books packed with action and humour.When ten-year-old Max Power finds a pixelated, glowing key in his grandad's garage, he has no idea what it could be ... but he can't help but reach out and touch it. And just like that, he's catapulted into the adventure of a lifetime!Max finds himself in a strange world-a patchwork realm called Arcadia. This wonder...

This collection brings together the most celebrated works of H.G. Wells.H.G. Wells was a pioneer of the science fiction genre and a man of boundless imagination. Whether describing marvellous new technologies, the vagaries of space flight or the risks of scientific development, his writings have continually captivated readers across the globe.Contains:•The First Men in the Moon•The War of the Worlds•The Invisibl...

Are you brave enough to enter the dragon lair? You'll discover a world of myth, magic, and mystery in this collection of extraordinary tales from around the world.Stories of these majestic creatures - whether wise and noble or cruel and terrible - have fascinated people for centuries, and can be found in many cultures. This artfully written book brings to life dragons of all kinds, from the greatest to the smallest, from serpentine river spirits to cave-dwelling fi...

In one of the earliest works of science fiction, H. G. Wells brings to life the joys of space travel and humanity's boundless curiosity.When penniless businessman Mr Bedford moves to Kent in the hopes of writing a play, he meets mad scientist Mr Cavor who is developing an anti-gravity metal. One man seeking his fortune and the other scientific discovery, this unlikely pair journey to the moon using Mr Cavor's new invention. But what creatures lurk beneath its crate...

Classic myths and legends are brought to life for a new generation in this captivating anthology.Adapted by Samantha Newman, these best-loved stories from around the world will enchanted readers of all ages. Meet fearless hero Theseus, quick-thinking goddess Nuwa, terrifying snake-haired Medusa, and cunning trickster Coyote. Find out how Ra created the world, why Elephant digs waterholes, and even how Saturday got its name.From Odysseus to Horus, and Anansi...

If you're ready to quit vaping, this is the fast track to freedom.Allen Carr's Easyway method is a global phenomenon that has helped over 50 million people break free from addiction without willpower or substitutes. Clinically proven and recommended by health experts, the method is now available in a concise audio format specifically for vapers.Whether you use disposables, pods, mods, or pens, Allen Carr's Fast Track to Quit Vaping shows you how to s...

STEP INTO A WORLD WHERE VIDEO GAMES ARE REAL!Power Up is a thrilling new series of chapter books packed with action and humour.Max Power may seem like an ordinary pre-teen gamer, but he has a BIG secret. Max doesn't just PLAY video games - he LIVES them! Ever since Max discovered a glowing key in his grandad's shed, he has been able to transport himself into Arcadia - an incredible, pixelated planet inhabited by creatures called sprites.Max...

The launch of a hilarious new diary-format fiction series, from award-winning author-illustrator Rebecca Patterson!Lennox Dean and his best friend Idris dream of being cooler, richer and more popular, and they have plans to make it happen! When their teacher sets a diary-writing assignment, they grab the chance to impress their classmates by making their lives seem WAY more exciting than they really are. But things spiral out of control when they accidentally invit...

Get hooked by the unputdownable thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author, Louise Candlish'A superstar of psychological thrillers' Daily Mail'The perfect summer thriller' T. M. Logan'Riveting' THE TIMES‘A stylish, sun-soaked thriller… Our Holiday is destined to be THE summer read’ Janice Hallett'The perfect summer thriller' T.M. Log...

Get ready for legendary laughs with Tiny Hercules! Perfect for fans of Bunny vs Monkey and Dogman, Golden Cabbage Chaos is the second title in the side-splitting series from co-creators Jon Lock and Nich Angell.'This was a blast! That Tiny Herc packs a powerful, and hysterical, punch' – John Patrick Green, creator of InvestiGatorsLaunch into heroic hilarity with the tiniest and mightiest hero. Tiny Hercules is trying to win his way...