Published in collaboration with BUIRA, this book provides a critical review of the field of industrial relations (IR) and evaluates its future in the rapidly evolving world of work.Written by key names in IR, the book captures the significant transformations that have taken place within the field over the past decade. It traces the historical development of IR, exploring its ongoing impact on our lives. The chapters delve into various aspects, including union organization and mobil...

Pearl liked the peace and order of her henhouse. So when Wendell, the rooster, tries to move in she squawks to kick him out right away. But he only crosses his wings and refuses to leave. Can Pearl hatch a plan to get him to leave? Or will she be forced to live in a chicken coop of chaos? Find out in this rollicking read-aloud by debut author, Nancy Tavares.Chicken Coop Chaos is a fun, read-aloud the whole family will love. A story about patience, accepting...

In 2009, cabin crew in the BASSA union embarked on a historic, two-year battle against British Airways which was seeking to impose reduced crew levels and to transform working conditions. In the face of employer hostility, legal obstruction, government opposition and adverse media coverage, this workforce, diverse in terms of gender, sexuality, race and nationality undertook determined resistance against this offensive. Notably, their action included twenty-two days of strike action that s...

Look up, beyond the tops of trees and drifting clouds, to the night's endless sky. You will see the North Star, the brightest star among all billions upon billions of them. But why does she shine so bright? Will she outshine the hallowed moon at night? Go on a journey with the North Star to discover that our universe holds room enough for all to shine brightly and be who we were destined to be.

Pig planned a peaceful picnic lunch beneath a shady tree. But when Sheep, Duck, Chicken, and several other hungry guests decide to join him without an invitation, Pig's quiet afternoon quickly turns loud, crowded, and messy. Will Pig send everyone away . . . or discover that an unexpected picnic crowd can become something special?

Bloomsbury presents Illuminations by Alan Moore, read by Rory Kinnear, Emilia Fox, Laura Haddock, Nina Sosanya, Toby Jones, Clarke Peters, Mark Meadows, Sian Clifford, Alan Moore and Matt Reeves.NATIONAL BESTSELLERNEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICEFrom New York Times bestselling author Alan Moore—one of the most influential writers in the history of comics—“a dynamite story collection” (The New York Times Book Review) which takes us to the fantastical undersi...

Pearl, the hen and Wendell, the rooster, are back for another face off in the chicken coop.Since Wendell moved in, there has been nothing but chaos and excitement---something Pearl would rather not endure. Pearl likes order and peace in her henhouse. When Wendell shows up with an enormous Christmas tree, Pearl wants it out! Who would have thought a Christmas tree would cause havoc with Pearl? Who's out to make her life miserable? Find out if Pearl can put a stop to some Christmas chaos and...

Bloomsbury presents Illuminations by Alan Moore, read by Rory Kinnear, Laura Haddock, Nina Sosanya, Samuel Barnett, Toby Jones, Emilia Fox, Sian Clifford, Clarke Peters, Mark Meadows, Alan Moore and Matt Reeves.Toby Jones, Rory Kinnear, Sian Clifford, Emilia Fox, Laura Haddock and Nina Sosanya are among a starry ensemble cast reading the audiobook for Illuminations.'A wonderful collection, brilliant and often moving ... Both mind-expanding and cosmic while utterly rooted in...

Six Award-Winning Authors have contributed new stories to A Timeless Romance Anthology: Mail Order Bride Collection, now a USA TODAY Bestseller! Six historical romance novellas set in the Old West.In Written in Her Heart, a charming novella by Stacy Henrie, Georgeanna is getting desperate. She can’t fund her favorite orphanage unless she marries and secures the rest of her inheritance left by her father. But her father’s financial planner, Clay, can’t und...