Paddington — the beloved, classic bear from Darkest Peru — is back in this fantastically funny, illustrated novel from master storyteller Michael Bond! My legs are a bit short for the pole vault! repeated Paddington hotly. But they've always been that way. Somehow Paddington Bear always manages to find himself in unusual situations. So it is no surprise when he gets into a spot of bother with some shaving cream, causes a London bus to be evacuated, and is mistaken for a famous Peruvian hurdler by a film crew. There's never a dull moment when a certain bear is around! Paddington Bear has been delighting adults and children alike with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures for over fifty years.

One man blocked into a chimney alive at Christmas. Two lovers shot through the heart on Valentine's Day. Three victims crucified at Easter. A twisted and vicious serial killer is holding the country to ransom, publicly — and gruesomely — murdering his victims. The pattern is clear: a 'calendar killer' is on the loose. On the case is Detective Mark 'Heck' Heckenberg, and he knows one thing for certain: when the killer will strike next. But he doesn't know where and he doesn't know how. With the country's eyes on him, Heck must find the killer before he executes more victims. But it is the murderer who is watching him closest of all... A heart-stopping and bloody thriller that will enthral fans of Stuart MacBride and Katia Lief.

The Selection gets fierce as rivals stake their claim on the prince. Six girls, one life-changing prize... America Singer has the chance to leave normal life for a world of glamour and luxury... for ever. She was chosen for The Selection, a reality TV competition to be gorgeous Prince Maxon's bride. Surviving the rivalry and turmoil of the first round was tough, especially with secret feelings to conceal. But America's gone further than she dared to dream and made it to The Elite — the final six. Friendships are tested to breaking point as favourites emerge. America's feelings for Maxon grow ever stronger, but she suspects darker mysteries in his family past. With Aspen close-by offering comfort, solace and something more, where do her loyalties truly lie?

Time's up. You're Next. All he had to do was name the woman he wanted. It was that easy. They would do all the hard work. Detective Sergeant Mark 'Heck' Heckenberg is investigating the disappearance of 38 different women. Each one was happy and successful until they vanished without a trace. Desperate to find her missing sister, Lauren Wraxford seeks out Heck's help. Together they enter a seedy underworld of gangsters and organised crime. But when they hear rumours about the so-called 'Nice Guys Club' they hit a brick wall. They're the gang that no one will talk about. Because the Nice Guys can arrange anything you want. Provided you pay the price... Dark, terrifying and unforgettable. Stalkers will keep fans of Stuart MacBride and Katia Lief looking over their shoulder.

Different-coloured monsters happily howl, growl, and roar for more as they mix and match primary colours to make new shades and hues. While everyone might know that yellow and blue make green, it has never been created in such an unusual and celebratory way! In this wild and colourful romp, small gray monsters morph into big, colourful ones as the book progresses. Never has colour been presented in such enthusiastic and exuberant style. Never have monsters been so creative and appealing.

No. 1 international bestseller and Swedish crime sensation Camilla Lackberg's new psychological thriller — irresistible for fans of Stieg Larsson and Jo Nesbo. On a late summer's night, a young woman jumps in her car, her hands slippery with blood on the steering wheel. Taking her five-year-old son, Nathalie flees to the only safe haven she knows: the island of Graskar off the coast of Fjallbacka... Meanwhile, Detective Patrik Hedstrom has barely stepped foot inside his office following a lengthy sick leave before he catches a murder investigation. A man has been murdered in his home: the victim, Mats Sverin, was the council's financial director, heading up a regeneration project worth millions. But when Patrik and his team start digging into the dead man's life, all they can uncover is unanswered questions. Why was Mats in such a rush to return to his home town of Fjallbacka after years in Gothenburg? And is it pure coincidence that Mats's childhood sweetheart Nathalie has also suddenly returned to the area? Mats visited Nathalie on Graskar before his death. The locals call the island 'The Ghost Isle' — they say that it's haunted, and that the dead have something to tell the living. But will anyone get close enough to uncover the dark secrets that lurk there?

With extensive use of stunning full color photographs and diagrams, 150 Best Terrace and Balcony Ideas features innovative designs created by internationally renowned architects and designers who have achieved practical, cost-effective, and stunning solutions adapted to the specific needs and tastes of their clients. The designs included incorporate not only the latest looks and trends but also cutting-edge materials that are environmentally friendly, energy friendly and extend the life of these outdoor rooms. 150 Best Terrace and Balcony Ideas offers a wide range of small space designs and is both the perfect resource for designers, interior decorators, and architects, as well an inspirational sourcebook for all homeowners interested in creating stylish and useful outdoor extensions to their homes that do not take up a lot of space. Projects included in the book: Sky Garden House, Japan; Regent's Park, UK; Shore Vista Boat Dock, Texas; Wiston Gardens, Australia; Gramercy Townhouse, New York; Summit Drive, California; MHouse, California; Clarendon, California; Casa en Cachagua, Chile; Jardin en Venice, California; Casa en las Dolomitas, Italy; Apartment Sant Just Bach, Spain; and, Five Franklin Place, New York.

The second book in the Broken Empire series, Lawrence takes his young anti-hero one step closer to his grand ambition. To reach greatness you must step on bodies, and many brothers lie trodden in my wake. I’ve walked from pawn to player and I’ll win this game of ours, though the cost of it may drown the world in blood… The land burns with the fires of a hundred battles as lords and petty kings fight for the Broken Empire. The long road to avenge the slaughter of his mother and brother has shown Prince Honorous Jorg Ancrath the hidden hands behind this endless war. He saw the game and vowed to sweep the board. First though he must gather his own pieces, learn the rules of play, and discover how to break them. A six nation army, twenty thousand strong, marches toward Jorg's gates, led by a champion beloved of the people. Every decent man prays this shining hero will unite the empire and heal its wounds. Every omen says he will. Every good king knows to bend the knee in the face of overwhelming odds, if only to save their people and their lands. But King Jorg is not a good king. Faced by an enemy many times his strength Jorg knows that he cannot win a fair fight. But playing fair was never part of Jorg’s game plan.

101 inspirational lessons on how to achieve true happiness, find fulfilment and live peacefully and meaningfully every day, from Robin Sharma, leading life coach and author of the multi-million-copy bestseller The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari. How can one achieve true happiness? Is it possible to live with joy, passion and purpose every day? It is, and this potent book – with its powerful life lessons and profound wisdom – can show you how. Here Robin Sharma, one of the world’s leading life teachers and bestselling authors, takes you on a journey towards a new way of living, allowing you to re-purpose your time to make every day meaningful. Offering simple solutions to life’s most frustrating challenges, this is a guide to rebalancing the conflicting forces in your life. Its lessons include: • How to discover your calling • How to see your troubles as blessings • How to enjoy the path – not just the rewards • How to live fully, so you can die happy This is a truly remarkable book that you will treasure for a lifetime.

The stunning new novel from the bestselling author of Girl with a Pearl Earring. When modest Quaker Honor Bright sails from Bristol with her sister, she is fleeing heartache for a new life in America, far from home. But tragedy leaves her alone and vulnerable, torn between two worlds and dependent on the kindness of strangers. Life in 1850s Ohio is precarious and unsentimental. The sun is too hot, the thunderstorms too violent, the snow too deep. The roads are spattered with mud and spit. The woods are home to skunks and porcupines and raccoons. They also shelter slaves escaping north to freedom. Should Honor hide runaways from the ruthless men who hunt them down? The Quaker community she has joined may oppose slavery in principle, but does it have the courage to help her defy the law? As she struggles to find her place and her voice, Honor must decide what she is willing to risk for her beliefs. Set in the tangled forests and sunlit cornfields of Ohio, Tracy Chevalier's vivid novel is the story of bad men and spirited women, surprising marriages and unlikely friendships, and the remarkable power of defiance.

This brilliant new book explores the lives of eight generations of the greatest kings and queens that this country has ever seen, and the worst. The Plantagenets — their story is the story of Britain. A rich, sprawling cast of characters, the Plantagenets were both gifted and cursed by an inherited trait that made some brilliant rulers and statesmen, and others cowards, bullies and tyrants. They ruled over wars of conquest and wars of defence. They fought holy Crusades and bitter feuds with Rome. At times their subjects enjoyed prosperity, security, national glory and vast wealth; at others they suffered plagues, invasions, famines and ignominious defeat at the hands of their enemies. The Plantagenets were by turns beautiful and cruel, judicious and insanely paranoid, brilliant and a tragically flawed family. The Plantagenets is divided into three parts, each telling a gripping story of the three main eras of Plantagenet rule. Together they combine as a historical epic of the sort that has not been written of British history for nearly a century. Parts I, II and III, The Angevins (c.1 150 — 1272), The Edwards (1272 — 1360) and The English (1360 — 1399) look at fascinating characters such as Count Goeffrey V of Anjou, the first Plantagenet, Richard the Lionheart and his less famous older brother Henry, Edward the Black Prince and the stunning and influential princess Joan of Kent. In a book of dazzling scope and ambition, Dan Jones paints a psychological family portrait of the royal house of Plantagenet, creating a mesmerising new history of Britain before the Tudors. This is truly a definitive book building on the compelling style of his first book, Summer of Blood, bringing medieval Britain into vivid focus for the modern reader, and accessible to readers from age 9 to 90.

Sun, sea and secrets... A week on the sunny Greek island of Kethos is just what Alice Archer needs, even if she has to put up with her difficult sister. Stella's tantrums and diva-like demands are a fair price to pay for crystal-clear waters, blue skies and white clifftop villas. When Alice meets Milo, a handsome gardener at the Villa Argenti, for the first time she suddenly feels beautiful, alluring and confident. But is it just holiday magic or will the irresistible pull between Alice and Milo survive against all odds? Perfect for fans of Katie Fforde and Alexandra Potter, this heartwarming, romantic novel is the perfect escapist read.

Collins Advanced French Grammar & Practice is an easy-to-use grammar guide with detailed examples and translations to help college and university students cope with the intricacies of French grammar. Collins Advanced French Grammar & Practice deals systematically and comprehensively with all the information you will need to take your understanding of French to the next level. The user-friendly layout explains the grammar point with helpful illustrative examples. Each chapter ends with practice exercises to reinforce the learning process.

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Collins Mini Dictionary and Thesaurus offers three books in one — a combined dictionary and thesaurus in colour, plus a useful spelling and punctuation supplement. Its handy size and up-to-date content make it an essential one-stop English reference source. Collins Mini Dictionary and Thesaurus provides up-to-date language coverage in a portable format. The dictionary text provides clear, straightforward definitions reflecting today's language, while the matching thesaurus text gives a generous choice of synonyms, plus highlighted antonyms for key entries. In addition to the wide range of alternative and opposite words, it also has a handy and practical supplement on punctuation and spelling rules. With colour headwords and spellings, Collins Mini Dictionary and Thesaurus helps you find exactly what you want — and fast. Ideal for anyone on the move, its handy size means you can take it with you, wherever you go. So you'll never be at a loss for words again!

Every word counts! An essential resource for all Scrabble players. This major new edition of Collins Scrabble Dictionary is fully updated to include all the words of up to nine letters in the latest official Scrabble word list, and allows players to settle disputes over the eligibility of words. This book includes all playable words of two to nine letters in length, in one easy-to-follow straight alphabetical list. The short definitions, given for every word listed, have been updated for this new edition, and allow players to check meanings of words without having to consult a secondary dictionary. Collins Scrabble dictionaries are endorsed by Mattel and are an essential reference for all Scrabble players, from keen, regular players to families playing with children. SCRABBLE(t) is a registered trademark of J. W. Spear & Sons Ltd., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc.(c) 2007 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Comprehensive and authoritative, and ideal for advanced learners of German, Collins German Dictionary is now available in colour and with all the new German spellings. The eighth edition of the Collins German Dictionary is designed for advanced learners and professionals using German. It draws on Collins' unique multi-million word databases of contemporary language to ensure the user has the most complete and accurate picture of real language today.

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