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A A Gill

Andrew Swanston read law at Cambridge, but was inspired to write by his lifelong interest in early modern history. His Thomas Hill novels – The King’s Spy, The King’s Exile and The King’s Return – are set against the backdrops of the English Civil War, Cromwell’s Commonwealth and the early Restoration respectively. He is also the author of Waterloo: The Bravest Man and Beautiful Star and Other Stories. His first historical thriller set during the reign of Elizabeth I – Incendium (published in paperback as The Incendium Plot) – introduced readers to the academic, lawyer and intelligencer Dr Christopher Radcliff, whose adventures continue in Chaos. Andrew Swanston lives in Surrey.

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A E Langsford

A G Hopkins

A. J. BAIME is the New York Times best-selling author of The Arsenal of Democracy: FDR, Detroit, and an Epic Quest to Arm an America at War and Go Like Hell: Ford, Ferrari, and Their Battle for Speed and Glory at Le Mans. Both books are in development for major motion pictures. Baime is a longtime regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, and his articles have also appeared in the New York Times, Popular Science, and Men’s Journal. He lives in Granite Bay, California. Visit him at facebook.com/ajbaime and trumanbook.com.

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A J Jacobs

A J P Taylor

Anthony James Pollard is a British medieval historian, specialising in the fifteenth century and in particular the Wars of the Roses. A leading authority in the field, he is profesor emeritus of Teesside University. His books include North-Eastern England during the Wars of the Roses, Richard III and the Princes in theTower, Imagining Robin Hood: the Late Medieval Stories in Historical Context and Warwick the kingmaker: Politics, Power and Fame.

A J Pollard

A J Rochester

A K Benjamin is a clinical neuropsychologist and the author of Let Me Not Be Mad: A Story of Unravelling Minds.

A K Benjamin

A. L. Berridge read English at Oxford, and taught for ten years before moving into television, where her production credits range from period drama and thrillers to long-running soaps. She has written two previous novels, Top Ten besteller Honour and the Sword and In the Name of the King. Into the Valley of Death is her third novel.

A L Berridge

Alison Gaylin's first job was as a reporter for a celebrity tabloid, which sparked a lifelong interest in writing about people committing despicable acts. More than a decade later, she wrote and published her Edgar-nominated first novel, HIDE YOUR EYES. 
 
She's since published nine more books, including the USA Today and international bestselling Brenna Spector suspense series, which has been nominated for the Edgar, Anthony and Thriller awards and won the Shamus award. 
 
She lives in upstate New York with her husband, daughter, cat and dog.

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A P Wavell

A.S. Webb is the Sunday Times bestselling author of Daughter of Chaos, the first instalment of The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. She is inspired by stories rooted in history and mythology, that push the boundaries of imagination and urge us to reflect on what it means to be human.

A S Webb

A. A. Dhand is the author of six previous novels, and has been shortlisted for the CWA Steel Dagger Award. His DI Harry Virdee novels are currently being adapted for TV by the BBC. He was raised in Bradford and spent his youth observing the city from behind the counter of a small convenience store. After qualifying as a pharmacist, he worked in London and travelled extensively before returning to Bradford to start his own business and begin writing. The history, diversity and darkness of the city have inspired all his novels. For more information about A. A. Dhand and his books, follow him on X @aadhand, and on Instagram @aa_dhand.

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A. Anatoli

A. B. Poranek grew up sharing her time between Ontario, Canada and rural Poland, and eventually completed a veterinary degree at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. A lover of mythology and history, she enjoys exploring both in her writing. Her debut novel, Where the Dark Stands Still, an instant New York Times bestseller, is an ode to Poland's folktales, while A Treachery of Swans transports readers to a world inspired by 17th century France.

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A. Bradley

Professor A. C. Grayling is Principal of the New College of the Humanities at Northeastern University, London, and a Supernumerary Fellow of St Anne's College, Oxford. He has written and edited over thirty books on philosophy, history, science and current affairs. For several years he wrote columns for the Guardian newspaper and The Times and was the chairman of the 2014 Man Booker Prize.

A. C. Grayling

A.D. Miller is the author of Snowdrops, The Earl of Petticoat Lane and The Faithful Couple. Snowdrops was a bestseller and was shortlisted for many prizes including the Man Booker and the CWA Gold Dagger. It was translated into 25 languages. As Moscow Correspondent of The Economist A.D. Miller has travelled across the former Soviet Union and covered the Orange Revolution in Ukraine; he is now the magazine’s Culture Editor based in London. 
 
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A. Humphreys

A. Igoni Barrett was born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in 1979 and lives in Lagos. He is a winner of the 2005 BBC World Service short story competition, the recipient of a Chinua Achebe Center Fellowship, a Norman Mailer Center Fellowship, and a Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center Residency. His short story collection, Love is Power, or Something Like That, was published in 2013. In 2014 he was named on the Africa39 list of sub-Saharan African writers under 40. Blackass is his first novel.

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The short life of A.J.A. Symons (1900-41) was described by his biographer as an intricate and largely harmless confidence trick. His many interests included the collection of musical boxes and rare books as well as the study and practice of forgery; they left him time to edit an anthology of Edwardian verse and compose studies of H.M. Stanley and other notable figures. He is remembered for The Quest for Corvo, one of the most remarkable biographies ever written, and for co-founding the Wine and Food Society.

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Quadrille

Known for his iconic roles in films such as The Matrix and John Wick, and more recently for his philanthropy, Keanu Reeves has garnered a reputation as one of Hollywood’s kindest stars. 
 
Featuring words of wisdom on life, acting, hope and resilience, What Keanu Says is a compilation of the actor’s most inspirational quotes. 
 
“The simple act of paying attention can take you a long way.” 
 
“I was also raised to treat people exactly how I would like to be treated by others. It’s called respect.” 
 
“I don't want to be part of a world where being kind is a weakness.”

What Keanu Says

The Unofficial Collection

Alison Davies

With large bright eyes and silent flight, the owl is a master of mystery. A bird of superstition and super-intelligence, its gifts are manifold, hidden beneath a sheath of feathers, just as the owl remains out of sight until the call of night beckons. A symbol of wisdom throughout the world, the owl has much to teach us about the secrets of life and living intuitively. 
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 Within these pages you will discover the essence of what it means to &lsquo;be more owl&rsquo;. You&rsquo;ll see how to enjoy the solace of silence, how to champion your call and how to show the world your true plumage. From learning to tune out the surface noise and listening to the tiny sounds that really count, to surveying the world from on high to see the bigger picture, there are endless ways that we can learn from the wise old owl. You&rsquo;ll come to relish the shadows of darkness and the opportunities they bring, and like the owl, trust your intuition and follow the signs and synchronicities of the natural world. 
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 This book is a celebration of the talents behind the talons and the many-feathered folklore that surrounds this most revered of birds. Lessons, exercises and practical creative suggestions will all help you to find your wisdom and unleash your inner owl. 
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Be More Owl

Life Lessons from Our Feathered Friends

‘What are young men to rocks and mountains?’, wondered Elizabeth Bennet in Pride and Prejudice – and more than 200 years later, many of us are still asking ourselves the same thing! 
 
Little wonder, then, that Jane Austen’s words are some of the most enduring, as her wit and wisdom extended far beyond her lifetime. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations that portray Austen's characters and her world at its most relatable, Jane Said It Best is a celebration of over 70 of her astute observations that still ring true to this day. 
 
In time for the 250th anniversary of her birth, this book brings to life quotes from all of Austen’s beloved novels, as well as her private writings. The perfect gift for any Janeite, or anyone in need of some wise words to live by.

Jane Said It Best

Wit and Wisdom from the Writings of Jane Austen

The Book of Answers According to Harry invites us to uncover Harry Styles’ wisdom and model it in our own lives. When there are hard decisions to be made or you need some positivite words, tap into the power of this magical man to find the answers you have been searching for. 
 
It’s simple:<ol><li>Press play on your favourite Harry Styles’ song.</li><li>Breathe deeply for three counts as Harry begins to sing, holding the closed book next to your heart.</li><li>Allow Harry’s voice to enter your mind and focus on your question.</li><li>See the question in your mind’s eye or say or sing it aloud.</li><li>Run a finger along all the page edges and when you feel called, stop and open the book in that place. This is Harry’s answer to you.</li></ol> 
Trust in Harry to empower you on life’s journey.

The Book of Answers According to Harry

Profound and Powerful Insight from the King of Pop

The Book of Answers&#160;According to Taylor invites us to uncover Taylor Swift&rsquo;s wisdom and model it in our own lives. When there are hard decisions to be made or you need some positivite words, tap into the power of this magical woman to find the answers you have been searching for. 
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 It&rsquo;s simple: <ol><li> Press play on your favourite Taylor Swift song. </li><li> Breathe deeply for three counts as Taylor begins to sing, holding the closed book next to your heart. </li><li> Allow Taylor&rsquo;s voice to enter your mind and focus on your question. </li><li> See the question in your mind&rsquo;s eye or say or sing it aloud. </li><li> Run a finger along all the page edges and when you feel called, stop and open the book in that place. This is Taylor&rsquo;s answer to you. </li></ol> Trust in Taylor to empower you on life&rsquo;s journey. 
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The Book of Answers According to Taylor

Profound and Powerful Insight from the Queen of Pop

What Liam and Noel Say&#160;is a collection of the legendary Gallagher brothers&#39; most iconic quotes. 
 
 Superstar siblings Liam and Noel Gallagher are renowned for their musical status, headstrong personalities, infamous feuds and of course, their unforgettable one-liners. Featuring words of wisdom on self-belief, sibling rivalry and the art of rock&#39;n&#39;roll, this book celebrates all things Oasis.&#160; 
 
 "You&#39;ll need to get your pillow out when that c*** starts talking..." 
 
 "I see myself as one of the f**king true great rock&#39;n&#39;roll singers on the planet." 
 
 &ldquo;If I wasn&#39;t a musician, I don&#39;t know. God, maybe? That would be a good job." 
 
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What Liam and Noel Say

Stefan Gates

What are the most statistically-effective flirting techniques? Is there any such thing as an aphrodisiac?&#160;And why does everyone on earth fancy George Clooney? 
 
 In Loveology, science writer and TV presenter Stefan Gates (author of&#160;Rude Science) combines evidence-based research by psychologists, biochemists and neuroscientists to take you on an enlightening journey through some very sticky subjects in his usual humorous style. 
 
 Packed with surprising facts, flirting techniques and answers to life&rsquo;s big questions, this is the perfect book for Valentine&#39;s Day. Chapters include: The Biochemistry of Love 
 The Science of Chat-Up Lines 
 Lustology 
 Snogology 
 Sexology 
 Is Break-Up Sex Ever a Good Idea? 
 10 Things Every Sex Therapist Wants You To Know 
 When Love Goes Wrong 
 &hellip;And Then What? 
 
Loveology is an exhilarating but surprisingly practical journey through romantic and sexual science. Stefan Gates separates agony-aunt wisdom from scientific data with wit and good humour, striking a delicate balance between bald, bold scientific research and luscious, romantic, unknowable expert opinion.

Loveology

The Explicit and Extraordinary Truth About Love, Sex & Relationships

Embrace your inner cat with this light-hearted self-help book. From living in the moment, trusting your sixth-sense instincts, to taking cat naps and even going feral, this book will show you how to benefit by unleashing your innate cattitude. Cats&#39; ability to seize the day makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it&#39;s playing an impromptu game of chase the sock, or an opportune swiping of a slice of roast chicken, our cats have it sorted. They&#39;re flexible but also prepared to tread their own path and they recognise the importance of play and rest in equal quantities. This book reveals the nine different traits that you can take on board to Be More Cat and live a happier, healthier and all-round &#39;feline fabulous&#39; existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our kitty gurus, there&#39;s something for everyone. So stretch out, relax and learn the art of being more cat.

Be More Cat

Feline Wisdom for a Purr-fectly Happy Life

Embrace your inner canine and Be More Dog! From finding your wag to barking loudly and making friends, this book will show you how to&#160;say &lsquo;woof, woof, woof&rsquo; to life. 
 
 Whether it&rsquo;s a mad dash around the local park or sneaking an errant sausage off the BBQ, the world is a wagtastically wonderful place&#160;full of fun and treats if you&rsquo;re willing to open your heart. From Great Danes to Miniature Dachshunds, Poodles to Chihuahuas, there&rsquo;s no such thing as an underdog &ndash; every pup has something to offer! 
 
 This book reveals the different doggo traits that you can adopt to Be More Dog and live a happier, healthier, more &lsquo;courageous canine&rsquo; existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our loyal, loving companions, there&#39;s something for everyone. So, throw yourself a bone, use the power of the paw and learn the art of being more dog. 
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Be More Dog

Tips and Tricks for Unlocking Your Paw-tential

Yoshie Omata

Discover 50 expressions you never knew you needed in your life in this charming, illustrated collection of Japanese sayings. What do cats have to do with rice ladles? What do the moon and soft-shell turtles have in common? And why is your boss like a crane? You&rsquo;ll find out the answers to these and so many more in this light-hearted look at Japan&rsquo;s wisest and wittiest turns of phrase. Perfect for language lovers and Japanese culture fans alike, Even Cats and Rice Ladles will make a unique addition to your bookshelf (even if the books are already packed like sushi...). Explore the wonderful world of Japanese sayings in Even Cats and Rice Ladles.

Even Cats and Rice Ladles

The Wise and Witty World of Japanese Sayings

Robert Anwood

The English language can be very confusing. But it&rsquo;s not rocket surgery. Damp Squids and Card Sharks is a fascinating suppository of false facts and common errors, a minefield of information. Have we wetted your appetite? Peaked your interest? Are you waiting with baited breath? Or could you care less? Pull your socks together! For all intensive purposes, this is the book for you. This cute, funny book features gorgeous illustrations alongside the 50 amusing malapropisms, mixed metaphors and mondegreens. In one foul swoop you&#39;ll learn why so many people get muddled by the same phrases!

Damp Squids and Card Sharks

A Compendium of Commonly Confused Phrases and Linguistic Muddles

Clare Faulkner

The Cat Lover&#39;s A to Z is a charming, illustrated guide for cat fans everywhere. Mixing cute illustrations with fun observations and facts, it&#39;s a pawsome celebration of the special, and often very funny, relationship between our favourite pets and their devoted human servants. Did you know that the feline sense of smell is 14 times better than yours? Or that a slow blink is often the most sure-fire way to make a new cat friend? Combining a mix of interesting cat trivia, feline idiosyncrasies, a scattering of quotes and new playful language from social media, this purrfect A to Z will amuse and inform any cat devotee.

The Cat Lover's A to Z

Rude Science is an extraordinary exploration of the embarrassing world of human biology. Eternal questions answered include: &middot;&#160; How much snot do you produce each day? 
 &middot;&#160; Why do men have nipples? 
 &middot;&#160; Is it possible to burp and hiccup at the same time? 
 &middot;&#160; How does phlegm defy gravity? 
 &middot;&#160; What is toe cheese? Following in the flatulent footsteps of Fartology, quirkologist Stefan Gates explores the crispy, slimy, noisy, funny but absolutely vital science of the human body. Packed with bizarre biological secrets about your cocktail cabinet of revolting bodily juices, smelliest gases, multitude of hairs and more, Rude Science is the ultimate celebration of the human body&rsquo;s imperfections and glorious quirks.

Rude Science

Everything You've Always Wanted to Know About the Science No One Ever Talks About

Christopher Winn

Bestselling author Christopher Winn takes a closer look at our Roads, Avenues, Groves, Gardens, Hills and Lanes.There are around 800,000 streets in the UK and the name of each one tells a tale. We take them for granted but the choice of name can reveal facts about Britain&#39;s history, geography, topography and nature, even its politics and culture.From the most common names, to the rarest, the funniest to the most notorious, among the many fascinating facts, find out why the City of London has no "Roads", and where the UK&#39;s shortest street name (Rye) is located, as well as its longest (Bolderwood Arboretum Ornamental Drive). And why Station Road is in the top five most popular street names, alongside the multitude of Victoria Streets and Albert Roads. Devon even boasts The Street with No Name, which of course has its own story...Perfect for fans of trivia and local history, Great British Street Names will prompt you to think a little&#160;differently about the street where you live.

Great British Street Names

The Weird and Wonderful Stories Behind Our Favourite Streets, from Acacia Avenue to Albert Square

Catology explores the bizarre and very funny world of feline science.Vital questions answered include:<ul><li>Why do cats have a secret second nose?</li><li>Why don&rsquo;t cats fart (but dogs do)?</li><li>Do cats feel guilt, love, happiness or jealousy?</li><li>Why are cats&rsquo; tongues covered in microscopic hooks?</li><li>Do cats always land on their feet?</li><li>Why are cats so scared of cucumbers?</li><li>Why do cats purr both when happy and when distressed?</li><li>How do you interpret cat language?</li></ul>Packed with fascinating facts, quirky scientific revelations and weird stories about our furry friends, Catology offers a secret glimpse inside the feline body and mind.

Catology

The Weird and Wonderful Science of Cats

Dogology explores the bizarre and very funny world of canine science.Vital questions answered include:<ul><li>Why do dogs fart (but cats don&rsquo;t)?</li><li>Do dogs feel guilt, love, happiness or jealousy?</li><li>What does it mean when a dog wags its tail more to the right or the left?</li><li>Why do dogs poo with their bodies aligned north-to-south?</li><li>Do dogs dream? If so, what about?</li><li>How do dogs smell epilepsy, cancer and human sadness?</li><li>How many hairs are there on your dog?</li><li>What does your dog hear when you talk?</li></ul>Packed with fascinating facts, quirky scientific revelations and weird stories about our furry friends, Dogology offers a secret glimpse inside the canine body and mind.

Dogology

The Weird and Wonderful Science of Dogs

Enigmatic, alluring and almost always quirky, cats and the ladies that love them share much in common.As individual as their feline counterparts, crazy cat women exude charm and, while they have their eccentricities, they refuse to hide them. Instead, they take centre stage and celebrate what makes them unique; the bond between femme fatale and feline furry.While some sneer at the general adoration cat ladies dish out to their beloved puss (along with the finest fresh salmon) those of us in the know understand that what we give out, we get back in so many delightful ways. Yes, cat ladies go the extra mile when it comes to anything feline related. It&rsquo;s all part of the fun.So here&rsquo;s to all you feline loving ladies! This book is a celebration of your pawsomeness. And if you&rsquo;re on the fence when it comes to embracing your inner cat craziness, but recognise some of the 50 traits outlined in these pages, don&rsquo;t be shy. Come join the party &ndash; it really is where all the cool cats hang out.

Crazy Cat Lady

50 Cool-Girl Quirks That Prove There's Nothing Crazy about Loving Cats

Say hello to your inner bee with this light-hearted self-help book. From defying the odds and reaching for the stars, to working hard as part of a team, this book will show you how to go after your goals and get a buzz out of life.Bees&rsquo; determination and drive makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it&rsquo;s their magical honey-making capabilities, their matriarchal mantra, or the fact that they&rsquo;re really just big softies, bees have it sorted. Tenacious, resilient and kind, bees hold the key to a wonderful life.This book reveals the seven marvellous traits that you can embody to Be More Bee and live a happier, healthier and all-round more buzzed existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about these fuzzy gurus, there&#39;s something for everyone. So take to the sky, bumble along and learn the art of being more bee! All you&#39;ve got to do is BEE-lieve.

Be More Bee

How to Find Your Buzz

Katarina Montnémery

Scandinavians are cooler, sexier and more stylish than the rest of us. They have a higher standard of living, greater economic opportunity and equality, the world&rsquo;s best restaurants, and moody TV dramas involving murders and jumpers.But did you know, amidst the obsession with hygge and IKEA, that Scandinavian sayings are absolutely BIZARRE?!Take the Swedish &lsquo;Skita i det bl&aring; sk&aring;pet&rsquo;, which roughly translates as: &lsquo;You&rsquo;ve done a crap in the blue cupboard&rsquo; (&lsquo;You&rsquo;ve messed things up now&rsquo;). And in Norway, if you&rsquo;re slow on the uptake, the locals would suspect you were &lsquo;born behind a brown cheese&rsquo; (&lsquo;&Aring; v&aelig;re f&oslash;dt bak en brunost&rsquo;).This witty, enlightening book will give you 50 phrases you never knew you needed in your life, explaining their origin and literal translations, with gorgeous colour illustrations throughout.

Cows on Ice & Owls in the Bog

The Weird and Wonderful World of Scandinavian Sayings

Joanna Gray

&ldquo;Love is an ice cream sundae with all the marvellous coverings. Sex is the cherry on top.&rdquo; 
 Jimmy Dean 
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 Succumb to your primal desires with&#160;The Little Book of Sex. From the first signs of attraction to the post-coital glow, explore the wonderful world of sex through raunchy quotes, tales of history&rsquo;s most insatiable lovers and sensual tips to get you in the mood for lurve. With forays into foreplay, a romp through the&#160;Karma Sutra&#160;and even an explanation of the science behind the sizzle, you&rsquo;re in for titillating treat. 
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 Perfect for couples who want to add a bit of spice to their love life or as a cheeky present for a friend soon to be hitched,&#160;The Little Book of Sex&#160;is the ideal book to get you feeling frisky (and probably provide a bit of a giggle at the same time!). 
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The Little Book of Sex

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Dixe Wills

Author and travel writer Dixe Wills likes to champion the underdog. In this new book, he celebrates 70 living things from the world of nature that are unfairly maligned by humans and yet manage to beat the odds in some inspiring or uplifting way.From bacteria and bluebottles, to puddles and wasps, there&#39;s so much we can learn from the curious creatures and the natural world around us. Take the slug, for example: "Slugs, like us, yearn to be the object of a little human love and sympathy. Unlike slugs, you have a chance of this dream coming true. Also, beer will not kill you. Not immediately, anyway."Written in Dixe&#39;s inimitable style, this charming book is sure to delight his many fans and gain him new readers with an interest in the natural world.

The Wisdom of Nature

Inspiring Lessons from the Underdogs of the Natural World to Make Life More or Less Bearable

Stefan Gates asks and answers all the questions about farts, so that you don&#39;t have to.<ul><li>What is a fart?</li><li>Do all creatures fart?</li><li>Why do farts smell?</li><li>Why do we find them so embarrassing... and so darned funny?!</li></ul>Broadcaster and obsessive fartologist Stefan Gates tackles these pressing issues in Fartology, the first ever book to take a comprehensive, scientific look at the body&rsquo;s extraordinary methane-making abilities.Stefan looks at the journey from food to fart; the weird science behind intestinal gas; the sounds, smells and all things in between. With farty recipes, musings on the greatest farters in history, farts in literature, and fart euphemisms Fartology offers mind-blowing, trouser-exploding fun for all the family.

Fartology

The Extraordinary Science Behind the Humble Fart

They can&#160;slow their heart rate down to such a pace that it is possible for them to hold their breath underwater for around 40 minutes. 
 
The female sloth will scream full pelt&#160;to alert any likely lad in the vicinity that she&#39;s ready and available for love. 
 
 Embrace your inner sloth with this light-hearted self-help book. From being still&#160;and&#160;enjoying the moment,&#160;to digging your claws in when life gets tough, this book will show you how to go after your goals and get the most out of living life in the slow lane. 
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 Sloths&#39; ability to seize the day makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it&#39;s climbing higher to get a fresh perspective, or a graceful swim in a nearby lagoon, sloths have it sorted.&#160;Relaxed, resilient and powerful, sloths are happy to go at their own pace, unflustered by the world around them. 
 
 This book reveals the&#160;seven&#160;marvellous traits that you can&#160;embody&#160;to&#160;Be More Sloth&#160;and live a happier, healthier and all-round more chilled existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about these furry gurus, there&#39;s something for everyone. So hang in there, relax and learn the art of being more sloth.

Be More Sloth

Get the Hang of Living Life in the Slow Lane

"Being an adult is like trying to fold a fitted sheet.""I&#39;m just a girl, standing in front of a salad, asking it to be a donut.""I was hot until my photoshop free-trial expired." From Instagram to Twitter, we all want to be a social media star these days. But behind your phone screen are those perfectly filtered lives all they&rsquo;re really cracked up to be? For millennials everywhere comes a book that says what we&rsquo;re all really thinking. Whether it&rsquo;s stuffing your face with pizza while scrolling through Gigi Hadid&rsquo;s feed or experiencing life at the speed of fifteen WTFs per hour, this is the real life struggle of getting that double tap and achieving #goals.

#GOALS

Life Behind the Instagram Filter

"Get a cool paralegal alter ego." 
 
 "Get divorced. Sorry Wallis Simpson..." 
 
 "Perfect the art of gazing adoringly (into the camera/your prince&#39;s eyes)." 
 
 Meghan Markle has changed the rules. What was once an unattainable 7-year-old&rsquo;s dream has now become an achievable reality. With this book, step into Meghan&rsquo;s glass slippers, and find out all the little ways in which you can channel your inner modern princess. Simple yet profound, this humorous little book could change your life forever. 
 
 Read it, enjoy it, learn from it&hellip; and it&rsquo;s just possible that your fairy tale dreams could come true. 
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How to be a Modern Princess

For nasty women everywhere, The Pen is Mightier than the Penis is a feminist quote book celebrating female writers throughout the centuries, from Sappho to Margaret Atwood. 
 
Find the perfect comeback for those infuriating &#39;you&#39;re not a feminist, are you?&#39; dinner party moments, as well as words for any occasion: this is a must for any self-respecting feminist&#39;s bookshelf.

The Pen is Mightier than the Penis

Words for the Wise from the World's Greatest Female Writers

Embrace your inner cat with this light-hearted self-help book. From living in the moment, trusting your sixth-sense instincts, to taking cat naps and even going feral, this book will show you how to benefit by unleashing your innate cattitude.Cats&#39; ability to seize the day makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it&#39;s playing an impromptu game of chase the sock, or an opportune swiping of a slice of roast chicken, our cats have it sorted. They&#39;re flexible but also prepared to tread their own path and they recognise the importance of play and rest in equal quantities.This book reveals the nine different traits that you can take on board to Be More Cat and live a happier, healthier and all-round &#39;feline fabulous&#39; existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our kitty gurus, there&#39;s something for everyone. So stretch out, relax and learn the art of being more cat.

Life Lessons from Our Feline Friends

Sam Kalda

Of Cats and Men is a stylish illustrated gift book from an award-winning artist profiling notable cat-loving men throughout history in words and pictures. Sam Kalda presents a fresh approach to the cat book trend that is smart, sweet and driven by engaging and beautiful illustrations. Appealing to both men and women, Of Cats and Men is stereotype-breaking and charming, making for a highly giftable book. The 30 men profiled range from writers and artists such as Haruki Murakami, T.S. Eliot, Marlon Brando, Andy Warhol, Freddie Mercury and Ai Weiwei, to historical luminaries such as Sir Winston Churchill, Edward Lear and Sir Isaac Newton. In each of the profiles, readers uncover the men&rsquo;s devotion to their feline companions, surprising moments of fame for their beloved cats throughout history, and more. The book also features beautifully hand-lettered quotes, such as Twain&rsquo;s &ldquo;When a man loves cats, I am his friend and comrade, without further introduction.&rdquo;

Of Cats and Men

Profiles of History's Great Cat-loving Artists, Writers, Thinkers and Statesmen

Ellie Gibson

Helen Thorn

&lsquo;Honest, gutsy and laugh out loud... Do your pelvic floor exercises before reading as you may pee your pants&rsquo; &ndash; Kathy LetteA celebration of parenting failures, hilarious confessions, fish fingers and wine! This is a book for anyone who&rsquo;s ever dealt with a poo in the pool, cleaned up a sick in the supermarket, or gone to an important meeting without realising there&rsquo;s weetabix stuck to their bum. Because let&rsquo;s be honest &ndash; no matter how much we love our kids, or how good we are at parenting, everyone&rsquo;s a Scummy Mummy sometimes.

Scummy Mummies

A Celebration of Parenting Failures, Hilarious Confessions, Fish Fingers and Wine

Nina Cosford

Venture forth &ndash; if you dare &ndash; into the hazardous territory that is the girl brain!&#160; 
 
 From the dreaded doom of bra-shopping to the countless hours spent trying to select the right emoji or why we analyse (absolutely) everything, this book offers a humorous, revealing and hugely-relatable exploration of what it means to be a girl in the twenty-first century.&#160; 
 
 Enter at your peril...&#160;

My Name is Girl

An Illustrated Guide to the Female Mind

The year is 1Q84. This is the real world, there is no doubt about that. But in this world, there are two moons in the sky. Discover the 1Q84 Trilogy by Haruki Murakami.

1Q84

365 Days of Art

A BBC Christmas

A Black Book Thriller

A Box Full of Murders

A Cal Leandros Novel

A Christmas Mystery

The intelligent and capable police commissioner Guido Brunetti confronts crime in and around his home town of Venice.

A Commissario Brunetti Mystery

A DC Smith / Kings Lake Investigation Series

A Daisy Story

Chronicling the lives of over three hundred characters, unrivalled for its scope and humour, this is a unique evocation of life in twentieth-century England.

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