Bradt’s Paddling France is the first practical guidebook to explore the whole country by SUP (stand-up paddleboard), canoe and kayak – waterborne activities enjoying a popularity boom. Experienced paddleboarder, travel writer and local resident Anna Richards has toured the country’s rivers, lakes and coasts to handpick 40 outstanding itineraries for water-based exploration that suit all abilities from novice to expert, enabling readers to experience Metropolitan France as never before!...

An adventure, a black comedy, a fairy tale of sorts and a romance, Little Gods tells the story of larger-than-life Jean Clocker, whose birth challenges the very balance of nature and whose body resists all attempts to contain it.A girl – and later, woman – of unusual size and strength, fitting in is never an option for Jean, but it takes the chaos of war – and, later, America – to persuade her to fully appreciate her extraordinary stature.‘A gorgeous, sprawling nov...

Giraffes Ginny and Gerry fall in love at the African dance and soon a baby giraffe is on the way. One night Ginny feels something isn't quite right and a visit to the hospital confirms this. As Ginny wonders where their baby has gone the other animals share their thoughts on where baby giraffe might be.'Where Has My Baby Gone' provides an accessible approach for adults to discuss the topic of miscarriage with young children.

Suzie & Sam are young seagulls who scavenge on what people leave behind on the seafront. But during lockdown, there were no people and so nothing to scavenge! What better way then to learn how to fish from Grandpa Seth, especially as their environment improves as the sea becomes cleaner and rubbish free.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to France.Discover France's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring the lavish cluster of hilltop villages in the Luberon in sun-baked Provence; to snorkelling, kitesurfing and watching the sunset from the beaches in Bonifacio; and cycling through one of the world's most famous vineyards along La Voie des Vignes.

The ideal gift for rugby fansPairing epic sports photography with articles from The Times and The Sunday Times archive, this volume brings together 100 of the most iconic moments from World Cup history.With striking, full-colour photography, rarely seen archival images and sensational reporting on the action, The Times Rugby World Cup Moments tells the story of one of the world’s greatest single sporting events as it unfolded on –...

His second chance disappears along with her.Ariel Emerson knows what it's like to lose everyone you love, and she has no intention of going through that again—ever. Then she's snatched off the streets and sold to a monster. Her only hope of being rescued is the man who very thoroughly destroyed her.Not a day has passed for Sebastian "Rock" Rockman that he hasn't regretted lashing out in grief and guilt and destroying the best thing to ever happen to him. He...

No good deed goes unpunished.Tallulah Russel knows she's made a mistake. Unfortunately, it's too late to do anything about it. Snatched from her home and held prisoner in a cabin by a man whose behavior grows more confusing by the minute, she has two choices. She can escape the second she gets an opportunity, or she can put her trust in her kidnapper when he tells her he's the only thing standing between her and certain death.Gabriel "Tank" Dawson didn't wa...

He's her only chance at saving her daughter's life.Becoming a mother was the best thing to ever happen to Elle Cavey. It was her first time experiencing unconditional love and her seven-year-old daughter is the center of her world. Which makes knowing she's responsible for her daughter's abduction that much worse. When the cops and FBI tell her there's nothing else to do she only has one last shot at getting her child back.Rafe "Panther" Neal is a father, i...

To survive, two strangers will have to rely on only each other.Stephanie Fuller has had a year from hell, and a vacation to Mexico was supposed to be a way to find her equilibrium again. Instead, she's snatched off the streets and wakes up in a dark, dank underground prison. Nothing could prepare her for what's going to happen to her there or the connection she builds with her fellow captive.When Patrick "Trick" Kramer wakes up in a small cell and learns he...

He's the last person she wants to mess up all her hard work.Jessica Bowen knows responsibility and learned it at a young age. Living through something horrific she somehow managed to hold most of her family together and build a life for herself. A life that isn't the one she planned but it's one she can be proud of, where she can make a difference and save lives. Until he shows up threatening to destroy everything she's worked so hard to achieve.Mason "Scor...

Lonely Planet's Journey Camino de Santiago: the Camino Frances is the definitive guide to one of the world's great adventures – bringing you closer to the culture, history and landscapes you'll encounter along the way.Get inspiration, ideas and planning tips from our experts who have walked every step to uncover unique experiences you can make all your own. Have the best Spanish omelette ...