"A small-town girl with incredible talent - and the strength and determination to realise her dream - Taylor Swift has gone from America's sweetheart to global megastar. But how did she get there? And how has she coped with the realities of fame? Fully...

"Arguing that the slave trade was at the heart of Britain's economic progress, Eric Williams's landmark 1944 study revealed the connections between capitalism and racism, and has influenced generations of historians ever since. Williams traces the rise and...

"Across the world, and throughout time, there have been people who have risen to the challenge of leading others. Sometimes their power is undeserved, sometimes it's ill-used, but always their actions have impact. But do leaders really make history, or does...

"In January 2023, Johann Hari started to inject himself once a week with Ozempic, one of the new drugs that produces significant weight loss. He wasn't alone, some predictions suggest that in a few years, one in four of the British population will be taking...

"The Iliad is the first and the greatest literary achievement of Greek civilisation - an epic poem without rival in the literature of the world, and the cornerstone of Western culture. The story of the Iliad centres on the critical events in the last year of...

"Eleven visionary photographers--who happen to be women--focus upon moments of profound beauty and peril on our planet. As award recipients and jurors of the prestigious BigPicture international competition, these women are featured with more than 125 dramatic...

"Every day (every single day) for over a decade, Mary Jo Hoffman has made a photograph of found nature – no subject too small or too ordinary. For Hoffman, a former aeronautical engineer, this daily ritual cracked open profound revelations about the...

"In The Urban Sketching Handbook: Techniques for Beginners, artist and Urban Sketcher correspondent Suhita Shirodkar shares essential skills for sketching architecture, people, and everyday objects on location. You'll learn the basics of value, colour mixing,...

"The Urban Sketching Handbook: Spotlight on Nature demonstrates how to make the most of nature in on-location drawings and paintings"--Publisher's description.

"New to the Penguin Pocket Hardbacks series - books that have changed the history of thought, in sumptuous, clothbound editionsIn his perfectly crafted haiku poems, Basho described the natural world with great simplicity and delicacy of feeling. When he...

"The act of making art -even art that's not museum-worthy- can make your life more mindful and meaningful. Part instructional handbook and part encouraging manifesto, Draw Your Day is a colorful guide to creating a daily illustrated journaling...

"Do you want to surround yourself with uplifting decor that sparks inspiration, nostalgia, and joy? You will get complimentary access to my online visuals guide with amazing design Moodboards and Interior design examples for each room of your...

"Approaching Druidry as an emerging religious movement that offers an alternative to the mainstream materialist, consumerist culture of the United States, Kimberly Kirner analyses her own life as a Druid through the lens of her profession as a cultural...

"Ancient religions across the world share remarkable similarities. Above all, many venerated the sun as the greatest source of light and highest symbol of divinity. Hundreds, if not thousands of ancient sites were built for the worship of the sun, and were...

"Hinduism: The Basics introduces readers to the third largest, and arguably the oldest, living religious tradition. It opens a vista into the rich and dynamic ethos of the Hindu religious tradition in India and other parts of the world. The book explores the...

"An urgently needed guide to help parents understand their teenagers' intense and often fraught emotional lives - and how to support them through this critical developmental stage - from the New York Times bestselling author of Untangled and Under Pressure In...

"Palliative care involves having honest, meaningful conversations about death in advance. Talking with patients and family/whānau reduces stress, as well as the risk of a complicated grieving process. In this authoritative book, Janet A. Whiteside, a 27-year...

"Mountain Walks Yr Wyddfa/Snowdon by Kate Worthington is a guide to walking routes to the summit of Yr Wyddfa in Eryri (Snowdonia). Alongside the summit routes, there are also lower-level alternatives for mixed weather or shorter days and those new to mountain...

"From the famous interlocking basalt columns of the Giant's Causeway, part of a 200km-long wild Atlantic coastline littered with castles, lighthouses, wildflowers and birdlife, to the rugged granite summits of the mighty Mourne Mountains which dominate the...

"The Science of Mind is the revolutionary religious proposal, originally published in the early part of the twentieth century, written by Ernest S. Holmes and based on the teachings of the great philosophers. According to Holmes, God is a perpetual energy...

"Put yourself in Tracy King's shoes. Growing up in an ordinary council estate outside Birmingham; a house filled with creativity, curiosity and love, but marked by her father's alcoholism and her mother's agoraphobia. By the time she turns twelve her father...

"As Wodehouse's biographer Frances Donaldson observed, it was vitally important to the boy Plum that he was 'above average at games'. Luckily, he was known at school as 'a noted athlete, a fine footballer and cricketer and a boxer', and sport inspired much of...

"For generations, the Bible has been employed by settler colonial societies as a weapon to dispossess Indigenous and racialized peoples of their lands, cultures, and spiritualties. Given this devastating legacy, many want nothing to do with it. But is it...

Tupaia sailed with Captain Cook from Tahiti, piloted the Endeavour about the South Pacific, and was the ship's translator. Lauded by Europeans as an extraordinary genius, Tupaia was a star navigator, a brilliant orator, and a most devious politician. Being...

"Data Analytics & Visualization All-in-One For Dummies collects the essential information on mining, organizing, and communicating data, all in one place. Clocking in at around 850 pages, this tome of a reference delivers eight books in one, so you can build a...

"Loneliness for Dummies helps readers understand loneliness and how to take steps to overcome this unwanted feeling. At some point in life, loneliness affects everyone. It can be triggered by unusual situations and events like children leaving home, losing a...

"'Coding with AI For Dummies' introduces you to the many ways that artificial intelligence can make your life as a coder easier. Even if you're brand new to using AI, this book will show you around the new tools that can produce, examine, and fix code for you....

Following up on his first two books on Church events and the history of the Assembly of God Church in American Samoa, author Fuimaono Fini Aitaoto delves deeper into new science discoveries as they relate to Christianity. If you're interested in Church-related...

"For over 50 years the Environmental Defence Society (EDS) has been at the forefront of protecting Aotearoa New Zealand's natural environments. From the Think Big power projects of the 1970s, to coastal developments on pristine northland beaches and the...

"Why is today's Republican Party, which claims to be the defender of American values, so drawn to the Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and the brazenly illiberal Victor Orban, who has crushed an independent judiciary and political dissent in Hungary? As Jacob...

The city of Hamilton decided to establish a park on its old city rubbish dump but there was initially no budget for development or plans to make it different from any other traditional public park. However, through strong community support and sponsorship, a...

"Traditionally, apothecaries held space for healing within the community. Practitioners considered health from a holistic point of view, and patients received personalized practices to support both body and mind. In The Modern Apothecary, Brendan Murdock and...

"Niall Kirkland, founder of 'the good bite', is on a mission to bridge the gap between healthy and delicious. In this book, he shares 80 calorie-counted, meal-prep recipes that will help you fill your fridge with mouth-watering, high-protein dishes that take...

"Everyone is originally from Africa, and this book is therefore for everyone. For too long, Africa's history has been dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, or simply ignored. Now, Zeinab Badawi sets the record straight. In this...

"Python All-in-One For Dummies is your one-stop source for answers to all your Python questions. From creating apps to building complex web sites to sorting big data, Python provides a way to get the work done. This book is great as a starting point for those...

"Discover the Celtic history and lore of the cauldron and learn the many ways it can focus your intent to manifest change in your life. This easy-to-follow book contains practical modern-day recipes and rituals that can become a part of your everyday life no...

"On her popular blog Lemon Stripes, Julia Dzafic shares her life—motherhood, decor, lifestyle, wellness, cooking, and more—with thousands of readers. Julia’s husband Anel is an avid gardener, and over the years, Julia has been taking their garden’s bounty and...

"Forget about making a separate meal for your baby, the simple recipes in this book are family favourites that everyone can enjoy. Featuring highly nutritional easy meals and snacks, many of the recipes in this book can be made in 20 minutes or less to make...

"This beautiful, photo-filled hardback serves as an inspiration and compass for life lived by the sea. Written and photographed by interior designer Ingrid Weir, the pages transport you to coastal towns both near and far, from Big Sur in California and the...

"Through easy-to-follow tutorials for over 100 projects that are both accessible and aspirational, Making Things invites readers to try their hands at a variety of crafts and celebrate the satisfaction that comes from slowly and carefully creating for oneself....

"Anne Boleyn has mesmerised the English public for centuries. Her tragic execution, orchestrated by her own husband, never ceases to intrigue. How did this courtier's daughter become the queen of England, and what was it that really tore apart this illustrious...

"What is really happening in your brain when you use your phone, and how to harness it. Humans are often fearful of the day the world will be ruled by machines, but have they not already taken over? The average person spends 4-5 hours a day on their phone,...

"Almost every planet in our Solar System has one, so why do we know so little about moons? Join astronomer Kate Howells on an interplanetary voyage to explore the mind-boggling moons of our solar system, from the volcanic hellscape of Io to the ice mountains...

"Enjoy traditional Mexican recipes from the best-selling author of The Mexican Home Kitchen in a cookbook that will remind you of home and expand your culinary repertoire. Mely Martínez is the go-to source for those looking for authentic Mexican cooking, and...

"'In all of the madness stood two addicts: one severely addicted to alcohol and drugs, and the other just as addicted to the addict... In my sickness - the sickness of this toxic love addiction - his threats were the only words I wanted and needed to hear.'...

"Did New Zealand have a secret poisoner? In 1992, builders demolishing a Devonport home stumbled across a skeleton, triggering an investigation that sent shockwaves across the community. The remains belonged to a woman who had died in the 1930s, and whispers...

"From Nathan Anthony, author of three instant no.1 bestsellers, comes a brand new book of quick, easy and healthy recipes for your air fryer. With dishes ready in 30 minutes or less (including prep time!), this is effortless cooking to maximise flavour while...

"Uncover the truth of your dreaming brain with Sunday Times bestselling neurosurgeon Dr Rahul Jandial Harness the neuroscience of dreams to improve your health, boost performance and stimulate creativity. Dreams are a source of mystery. They have changed the...

"Mapping the Future offers new work by all 30 writers supported by The Complete Works project, including Warsan Shire, Raymond Antrobus, Mona Arshi, Roger Robinson, Inua Ellams, Malika Booker, Sarah Howe, Will Harris, Kayo Chingonyi, Jay Bernard, Yomi Sode and...

"We all know that as a nation our mental health is in crisis. But what most don't know is that a critical ingredient in this debate, and a crucial part of the solution - what we eat - is being ignored. Nutrition has more influence on what we feel, who we...

"On the morning of 12 August 2022, Salman Rushdie was standing onstage at the Chautauqua Institution in upstate New York, preparing to give a lecture on the importance of keeping writers safe from harm, when a man in black – black clothes, black mask – rushed...

Step into the eerie world of Wednesday with this book filled with unofficial advice and cryptic counsel for navigating the peculiarities of everyday existence. Written by a Wednesday expert and in an appropriately sinister style, this captivating and...

"From New York Times bestselling author Hampton Sides, an epic account of the most momentous voyage of the Age of Exploration, which culminated in Captain James Cook's death in Hawaii, and left a complex and controversial legacy still debated to this day. On...

"As a young man all John Davies wanted was to be a farmer. Sixty years on and the Queenstown businessman has accumulated a portfolio of companies that includes some of New Zealand's premier tourist attractions. This is his story. An account of how he used...

"The work of Polhemus Savery DaSilva (PSD) synthesizes ideas from modernism, Shingle Style, and New England vernacular architecture into special homes that are carefully crafted for each different site and client. PSD's poetic architecture reflects on the joy...

"Originally built for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle quickly became an international icon of the Pacific Northwest and a symbol of Seattle. At the time of its construction, the tower pointed the way toward the future with a sense of optimism,...

"Watercolor Your Way meets you right where you are with watercolor. Whether you're dipping your toe in, cannon-balling in, or honing your craft—this book is for you. Written and illustrated by artist Sarah Cray, co-founder of the art education platform Let's...

"'No Art' brings together for the first time Ben Lerner's three acclaimed volumes of poetry, along with a handful of newer poems, to present a decade-long exploration of the relationship between form and meaning, between private experience and public...

"A companion cookbook to the nationally best-selling Eat Smarter includes 100 delicious, nutrient-dense recipes for the whole family to help increase metabolism and raise energy levels including Sweet Potato Protein Pancakes, Supreme Salmon Burgers and Avocado...

"The National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C.-the first museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts-has a collection spanning five centuries and featuring artists from six continents. This book shares recent...

"James Martin presents over 130 recipes and techniques that will inspire you to put potatoes front and centre of your cooking - from the lofty heights of a Pomme soufflé, to perfecting the humble Mashed potato. Featuring home-style recipes like Tex-Mex...

"This Namibia with Victoria Falls guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a...

"Learn to draw your favorite characters from the popular Webcomic series from WEBTOON"--Publisher's description.

"Alasdair MacIntyre: An Intellectual Biography by Émile Perreau-Saussine seeks to defend the Scottish philosopher's standing as one of the most profound theorists of capitalist modernity on either side of the Atlantic... For Perreau-Saussine, the central...

"Much of modern science, medicine, and ideas of race have coeval and violent origins, entangled together for centuries in the forms of racial science, which themselves have been used to propel projects of power and domination around the world. Ordering the...

"The long-awaited book of tried-and-tested mum hacks, from much-loved influencer Emily Norris. I became obsessed with mum hacks when a friend showed me a game-changing tip during my baby days - that baby vests can be pulled down (not up) in the event of an...

"Somewhere between the cosy depths of your uterus and the exit from your birth canal, your newborn loses their paperwork - that booklet with all the instructions and safety precautions, including what the all-important 3 am error message means. You spend the...

"Ten days before Gwen Kingston turned twelve, her beloved mother - with whom she shared a birthday - died. She left behind two chests - one for Gwen and one for her brother - filled with lovingly wrapped presents and letters marking the milestones she would...

"Millions of people cross mountains, land and sea to find refuge. Their stories go unheard and untold. Not anyone. When Arman Azadi was a boy, he was forced to flee his village nestled in the mountains on an extraordinary journey across icebound mountain...

"Every Tudor Queen had ladies-in-waiting. They were her confidantes and her chaperones. Only the Queen's ladies had the right to enter her most private chambers, spending hours helping her to get dressed and undressed, caring for her clothes and jewels,...

"Full Plate is your ultimate solution to mealtime mayhem from a practising GP. More than a cookbook, this is your go-to guide for tackling fussy eaters, allergies, and the daily struggle of what to cook. Dr Preeya's stress-free, budget-friendly and downright...

"Anyone who has read Jon Krakauer's Into Thin Air or has seen a recent photo of climbers standing in line to get to the top of Everest may think they have the mountain pretty well figured out. It's an extreme landscape where bad weather and incredible altitude...

"The greatest run-scorer in the history of cricket, Sachin Tendulkar retired in 2013 after an astonishing 24 years at the top. The most celebrated Indian cricketer of all time, he received the Bharat Ratna Award - India's highest civilian honour - on the day...

"This is the astounding true story of one of the last female special operations agents in France to get out alive after its liberation in WWII. Born in 1921, Pippa Latour became a covert special operations agent who parachuted into a field in Nazi-occupied...

"Ellie's Table is a recipe book rich with storytelling, exploring chef Ellie Bouhadana's mixed Jewish background through food – from Morocco to the Mediterranean. In her debut cookbook, Ellie shares recipes picked up through her travels through Italy as well...

"Making Memories: 25 Timeless Knitting Patterns for Children is an enchanting collection of knitting patterns for children from Claudia Quintanilla and Laine. From cardigans and sweaters to cosy blankets to smaller pieces such as socks and mittens, this book...

"120 seasonal, flexible vegetable-forward recipes for family and friends that answer the question “what do I make for dinner when I feel overwhelmed?' from the Sara Forte, of the Sprouted Kitchen blog and Cooking Club. Around Our Table is Sara Forte's third...

"Microwave Meals is full of delicious recipes that are all simple and accessible enough to prepare even on the busiest of weekdays. You can try your hand at Pork with Miso and Stem Ginger Syrup, Spaghetti Carbonara, Jackfruit and Mushroom Enchiladas, Crab and...

"Indulge in a year of Italian culinary bliss. Wild Figs & Fennel is not just a collection of seasonal recipes; it's a passport to the Mediterranean, a charming journey into the ease and pleasure that defines Italian life. Chef and food writer Letitia Clark...

"Pocha; short for pojangmacha, which literally translates as ‘covered wagon’; pocha is a tented or tarpaulin-covered stall, bar or market vendor serving up cheap and unfussy Korean comfort food, snacks and drinks. In Pocha, Su Scott is going home to the...

" Tarunima Sinha's glorious cake creations are the stuff of Instagram dreams. And yet her baking journey started only when she came to the UK from northeast India in 2001, repurposing an 8-inch/20cm chapatti tin from her childhood as a cake tin. Now, as...

"From James Beard Book Award finalist Rebekah Peppler: The definitive guide to the food, drink, and lifestyle of southeastern France, featuring 100 recipes that reflect the simple, seasonal, and multicultural French table from a modern perspective. For...

"In Your Not Forever Home, Katherine Ormerod has curated a range of projects for every room in a rented house or flat, guiding you through techniques and invaluable insights that will help create spaces tailored to your taste. Katherine addresses why many of...

"The complete backstory of Japanese cuisine explained in richly illustrated manga style! This book explores the fascinating history, lore and practice of Japanese cooking through the eyes of Manabu, a young man who aspires to become a professional Japanese...

"The world is transfixed by the marvel (and possible menace) of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools. It's clear Gen AI will transform the business landscape, but when and how much remain to be seen. Meanwhile, your smartest competitors are already navigating...

"This is a haunted journey through love, loss and estrangement. As the mind wanders and becomes spectral, these poems forge their own unique path through the landscape. The road Hewitt takes us on is a sleepwalk through the nightwoods, a dream-state where...

"An expansive, wonder-filled collection exploring art, science and travel. From the celebrated poet, novelist and memoirist, The Vast Extent is a constellation of 'exploded essays' about light and image, seeing and the unseen. Each is a record of how thought...

"Don Paterson was born in Dundee, Scotland, in 1963. He spent his boyhood on a council housing estate. When he wasn't busy dreading his birthdays, dodging kids who wanted to kill him in a game of Toy Fights, working with his country-and-western singer dad,...

"For makers who love the timeless Scandinavian aesthetic and way of life, this is an armchair tour especially for you! As you explore each cultural aspect of the Nordic region, learn how those values are reflected in customs, crafts, and folk arts. Allowing...

"PlantYou laid the foundation for eating a healthy and simple whole foods, plant based diet. PlantYou Scrappy Cooking takes this one step further. As people are looking more and more to reducing meat consumption as a way to curb environmental impact, the need...

"Countee Cullen explores the emotional consequences of race, religion, and sexuality in Jazz Age America in his moving, eloquent, and poignant poems"--Publisher's description.

"The leading dating and confidence coach shares his wisdom and audience-tested advice on finding love through deep confidence, clear boundaries, and a love for life that leaves you fulfilled both within a relationship and before you've found one"--Publisher's...

"An encyclopedia of styles and subcultures of the past 100 years. STYLEPEDIA uncovers global styles, exploring their origins, distinct features, and the cultural and historical contexts that shaped them. From historical trends to the latest buzz on social...

"Winged Warriors is an open and honest account of one man's perceptions and fears, his actions and mistakes, from a career that spanned four decades. The author spent fourteen years overseas and, at the height of the Cold War, served on two Tornado tactical...

"This is a lively exploration of the everyday lives of women in early modern England, from 1540-1740. The book uncovers details of how women filled their days, what they liked to eat and drink, what jobs they held, and how they raised their children. With...

"An astounding illustrated biography of American rock n roll legend Eddie Cochran, made possible through unique access to Cochrans possessions in his room at the time of his untimely death. In the golden era of rocknroll, there was one name who rivalled Elvis,...

"Animal lovers will delight in crocheting these adorable animal family pairings. Full-color photos and step-by-step instructions show how easy it is to create 16 cute projects featuring eight endearing family couplings of adult and baby animals. Create a...