Book 10 in the internationally bestselling fantasy adventure series. ​

- An unrivalled source book of inspirational typographic ephemera- A companion volume to the critically acclaimed tat*- A visual treasure trove, completely eclectic and full of surprisesDesigner Andy Altmann has been pursuing an obsession with typographic oddities for more than 30 years; and he's not necessarily interested in the kind of thing you might expect. He delights in the weird and wonderful and finds inspiration in the ordinary. At last, he has organized his typographic hits and misses in a 400-page, whopper of a scrapbook. Conceived and edited by Andy, typo* is a cornucopia of curiosities. Between its covers you'll find everything from Swiss minimalism to Victorian street signs, from soap packets to magazine covers, from high art to the handmade. Essential is too small a word for this book: every graphic designer and typographer should have a copy. Keep it by the keyboard or refer to it secretly when stuck for an idea, you'll wonder how you ever managed without it. *typo (noun): an error (as of spelling) in typed or typeset material; (abbr.) typography or typographer

In this, er, 'unique' illustrated potted history of the human race, Twitter icon James Felton uses his inimitable brand of banter to unveil the slyest, creepiest and/or nastiest specimens who've ever lived.Enter the 16th Century Chinese Emperor Zhegende, whose harem was so big some of the women within it died of starvation, King Charles II's executioner who would only give you a clean beheading if you paid properly for it beforehand, and llya Ivanovich Ivanov, the 19th Century scientist who was a mega asshole and if you buy the book you'll find out why.Darkly funny, highly informative and always unbelievable, these are the dead people you should be mad at.

- Explores the wines of a significant yet under-appreciated wine region, guiding avid wine adventurers to their next new discovery- Author is a renowned writer on wine with publications including Alcohol: A History and, for the Classic Wine Library, The Wines of Canada and Wine: A Social and Cultural History of the Drink that Changed our Lives- Adds to the list of French wine titles in the Classic Wine Library series, which includes books on neighboring regions Roussillon and the LanguedocWine production in south-west France goes back a long way. The region includes some of the first districts in France (notably Gaillac) to be planted with vines, by the Romans more than two thousand years ago. It is also the earliest-known location of scores of grape varieties, some of them precursors of international varieties such as Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Although today south-west France is the fourth region of France in terms of wine production very few wine consumers are familiar with more than two or three of its appellations. Cahors and Madiran are well-known appellations but we don't hear (or read) much about less fashionable appellations such as Rosette and Béarn. As a result the wines generally command relatively low prices. This book covers all the important aspects of south-west France in an accessible way. Although it includes the mass-produced wines of the region it focuses on quality wines made in more limited volumes. Although a number of the appellations of south-west France share similar climatic conditions (such as the influence of the Atlantic), the many small AOPs vary significantly in soils and topography, grape varieties, and the styles of wines they produce. They range from the botrytized sweet whites of Monbazillac to the teeth-staining reds of Cahors, from the distinctive dry whites of Jurançon to the tannic reds of Madiran. Phillips begins with a brief history of the region and provides an overview of the region today before considering the wines of the various sub-regions in turn, including land and climate, grape varieties, wine styles, and wine law, together with entries on their most notable producers. All colors of wine are made in south-west France, as are dry and sweet wines and sparkling and still wines. The rich diversity of the world of wine is represented in south-west France, and it is this very diversity of grape varieties and wine styles that makes the region so compelling.

Explore the familiar sights of Tokyo via their iconic colours in this illustrated tour of the city.>Explore Tokyo in a brand-new way, with playful illustrations of its most iconic elements catalogued into colour groupings - individually observe the components of city life and watch how they create a vibrant kaleidoscope of colour when they all come together.From the pink cherry blossoms that explode each spring and the glossy reds of Senso-ji, to the white snow-cap of Mount Fuji and the kaleidoscopic neons that line the streets of Shinjuku, Tokyo lovers can spot the whole rainbow through the pages of this book.

Explore the familiar sights of Paris via their iconic colours in this illustrated tour of the city.>Explore Paris in a brand-new way, with playful illustrations of its most iconic elements catalogued into colour groupings - individually observe the components of city life and watch how they create a vibrant kaleidoscope of colour when they all come together.From Haussmann rooftop blue and Tuileries gardens green to Monet purple and glimmering Eiffel Tower fold, Paris lovers can spot the whole rainbow through the pages of this book.

Unlock the secrets to effective teaching with "Teacher Hacks," an essential book series for educators dedicated to mastering the art of instruction. In this book, Rebecca Chadwick zooms in on the most challenging concepts in History providing innovative, research-backed strategies to demystify and demonstrate how to approach them in your classroom. Perfect for both new and experienced teachers, this series is your go-to guide for enhancing student understanding and fostering a passion for learning. Elevate your teaching, inspire your students, and make learning easier with "Teacher Hacks."

Hold Your Own, Kate Tempest's first full-length collection for Picador is an ambitious, multi-voiced work based around the mythical figure of Tiresias. This four-part work follows him through his transformations from child, man and woman to blind prophet; through this structure, Tempest holds up a mirror to contemporary life in a direct and provocative way rarely associated with poetry. A vastly popular and accomplished performance poet, Tempest commands a huge and dedicated following on the performance and rap circuit. Brand New Ancients, also available from Picador, won the Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry and has played to packed concert halls on both sides of the Atlantic.

A heartbreaking trip through the Colombian jungle and an intimate portrait of motherhood: a vibrant debut novel shot through with magic realism and devastating tragedy

*** PRE-ORDER THE FINAL BOOK IN THE BESTSELLING EVE OF MAN TRILOGY BY BESTSELLING AUTHORS GIOVANNA AND TOM FLETCHER ***Fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and The Handmaid's Tale love this electrifying dystopian love story._________PRAISE FOR THE FIRST TWO VOLUMES'One of the big books of the year. You'd be a fool to miss it' Heat'A compelling read' Mail on Sunday

What would you sacrifice to become American? Everything about the Beauclaire family seems normal-almost perfect, even. They immigrated to New York City from Haiti years ago, looking for their own piece of America's promised riches. They go to church; they're good neighbours; and their two daughters, Judith and Beatrice, have typical sibling rivalries that keep things interesting. But beneath this polished exterior, something is just slightly off. There's malice waiting . . . wanting to reveal itself. When their mother unexpectedly dies, Judith and Bea are overwhelmed by a mob of relatives, friends, and church ladies. Amidst taking care of the funeral, they meet Libete, who claims to be a close friend of their mother's. Bea welcomes her, but Judith is immediately suspicious - their mother never mentioned Libete, and yet she seems to know everything about them. After a series of unsettling events-a disfigured doll appearing in their attic, childhood photos of Bea vanishing, and a myster

Christmas magic, delivered!​​The ultimate Christmas gift – three festive blockbusters in one beautiful gift set.

'The hairs are always buried much deeper than you think.'A teenage swimmer tries to remove an ingrown hair that takes on a life of its own. A town grapples with an uncontrollable growth of moss. A horror soundtrack haunts its composer. Journey to the outer limits of bodily awareness as characters dive deep to confront their truth.

Heritage Trees Wales is an amazing journey around the nation''s oldest and most remarkable trees. Steeped in history, surrounded by myth and legend and with cultural significance, all these trees are of immeasurable importance to the landscape of Wales.

The perfect resource for helping you to beat your panic attacks or panic disorder, either by yourself or with the support of a health professional.