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How to talk so kids will listen & listen so kids will talk by Adele Faber

How to talk so kids will listen & listen so kids will talk

Adele Faber

"Cope with your child's negative feelings, such as frustration, anger, and disappointment -- Express your strong feelings without being hurtful -- Engage your child's willing cooperation -- Set firm limits and maintain goodwill -- Use alternatives to...

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Lune  by Kate Reid

Lune

Kate Reid

"The debut cookbook from Lune, a world-renowned croissant bakery in Australia. Lune Croissanterie is one of the most talked about bakeries in the world. From rave reviews from Nigella Lawson, Yotam Ottolenghi, René Redzepi and Rachel Khoo, to features in news...

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Mind and cosmos by Thomas Nagel

Mind and cosmos

Thomas Nagel

The modern materialist approach to life has conspicuously failed to explain such central mind-related features of our world as consciousness, intentionality, meaning, and value. This failure to account for something so integral to nature as mind, argues...

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I'm sorry for my loss by Rebecca (Freelance writer) Little

I'm sorry for my loss

Rebecca (Freelance writer) Little

"Rebecca Little and Colleen Long are journalists and childhood friends who both experienced pregnancy losses past 20 weeks. In the days, weeks, and months that followed, they searched desperately for information to help them process what they had been through....

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Powder days by Heather Hansman

Powder days

Heather Hansman

"Veteran ski journalist and former ski bum Heather Hansman takes readers on an exhilarating journey into the hidden history of American skiing, offering a glimpse into an underexplored subculture from the perspective of a true insider"--

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We wish to inform you that tomorrow we will be killed with our families by Philip Gourevitch

We wish to inform you that tomorrow we will be killed with our families

Philip Gourevitch

"In 1994, the Rwandan government orchestrated a campaign of extermination, in which everyone in the Hutu majority was called upon to murder everyone in the Tutsi minority. Close to a million people were slaughtered in a hundred days, and the rest of the world...

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Mornings with my cat Mii by Mayumi Inaba

Mornings with my cat Mii

Mayumi Inaba

'Gentle, meditative... Cat lovers, prepare to weep' THE TIMES, Book of the Month It was the end of summer, 1977. I found a cat, a little ball of fluff. A teeny tiny baby kitten. A beloved Japanese modern classic about our special connection with cats, and how...

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The illegals by Shaun (Journalist) Walker

The illegals

Shaun (Journalist) Walker

'A brilliant historical investigation that's as gripping as a Le Carre̹ novel' Tom Burgis'Shaun Walker skilfully shows how Russia's modern-day election meddling is rooted in the subterfuge and trickery of the bad old days. This is a fascinating read.' Oliver...

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Umai by Millie Tsukagoshi Lagares

Umai

Millie Tsukagoshi Lagares

"Umai is an introduction to the comfort and serenity of Japan; it is an exploration and celebration of a culture deeply rooted in food. With over 80 delicious dishes that evoke the country's rich heritage, Umai covers easy lunches, family favourites and...

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North bound by Naomi Arnold

North bound

Naomi Arnold

"Naomi Arnold spends nearly nine months walking the length of New Zealand on Te Araroa, fulfilling a 20-year dream. On her own, she traverses mountains, rivers, cities and plains from summer to spring, walking on through days of thick mud, blazing sun and...

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Notes from a queer cripple by Andrew Gurza

Notes from a queer cripple

Andrew Gurza

"How can I enjoy my hot disabled body whilst dealing with internalised ableism? How can I best navigate my sex life with mobility issues or a carer? Why are queer spaces so inaccessible - and what can I do about it? Andrew Gurza is seriously hot. He's also...

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Excess baggage by Sarah-Jane Dunwoody

Excess baggage

Sarah-Jane Dunwoody

The author, now in her 50s, living amidst a pandemic lockdown, sits in the garden shed and considers the many contrasts to life as a young Kiwi in the 1990s when she had the freedom to travel the world. In doing so, she was led from Papamoa Beach in the Bay...

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Thriving together by David Viafora

Thriving together

David Viafora

Seasoned community builder David Viafora pinpoints the nine principles that create conditions for joy and solidity in any community Research over the last few decades reveals that our social fabric is unraveling as rates of isolation and loneliness continue to...

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Everyday permaculture by Anna Matilda

Everyday permaculture

Anna Matilda

The accessible guide to permaculture and living sustainably no matter your living space.

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Ordinary time by Annie B. Jones

Ordinary time

Annie B. Jones

In her first book, the popular From the Front Porch podcast host and independent bookstore owner challenges the idea that loud lives are the ones that matter most, reminding us that we don't have to leave the lives we have in order to have the lives of which...

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How to fit all of ancient Greece in an elevator by Theodore Papakostas

How to fit all of ancient Greece in an elevator

Theodore Papakostas

'Irresistibly fascinating' MARIE CLAIRE GREECE 'Essential' VICTORIA HISLOP 'Brilliantly conceived' PAUL CARTLEDGE An enormous bestseller in Greece, this is a bold, witty retelling of the story of Ancient Greece by a rising star in archaeology Two strangers...

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The next day by Melinda Gates

The next day

Melinda Gates

'You don't get to be my age without navigating all kinds of transitions. Some you anticipated and some you never expected. Some you embraced and some you resisted. Some you hoped for and some you fought as hard as you could.' - Melinda French Gates During...

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The watercolor feast by Erin Gleeson

The watercolor feast

Erin Gleeson

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Forest Feast series, Erin Gleeson, a beginner-friendly watercolor book with techniques, ways to get creative, and watercolor paper at the back of the book to practice on Bestselling author Erin Gleeson's...

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The good life by Gillian Swinton

The good life

Gillian Swinton

Living self-sufficiently on a Central Otago homestead Gillian Swinton is trying to live self-sufficiently: living off the land and adapting to the seasons. With her partner Hamish, their two dogs, a cat, a few sheep, some bees and a lot of chooks, they are...

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Yawulyu by Megan Morais

Yawulyu

Megan Morais

"Warlpiri people commemorate and maintain their relationship with their ancestors and the natural order of the cosmos by re-enacting the events of the Jukurrpa (the Dreaming). They do this, in part, by painting up while singing pertinent songs, as well as...

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Intrepid Japan by David McElhinney

Intrepid Japan

David McElhinney

"Intrepid Japan is your immersive guide to the rich culture of Japan, whether you're a first-time explorer or a seasoned traveller. Whether it's an introduction to the country, or a chance to explore new places and experiences, this guide is not just a...

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Blessings from within the dark by Christina Law

Blessings from within the dark

Christina Law

Sometimes, life throws us into the darkest of times, and it may seem like there's no way out. What if, in those moments, we could find blessings hidden within the hardships? This is exactly what happened to Christina Law, a young woman who was born with...

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Changed into his image by Jim Berg

Changed into his image

Jim Berg

In this roadmap to spiritual growth, biblical counselor Jim Berg guides new and mature believers alike to better cultivate a deep relationship with Christ and respond wisely to God's direction for life.

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Healing pelvic pain by Peta Wright

Healing pelvic pain

Peta Wright

'This is a book for the one in five Australian women suffering chronic pelvic pain. For decades the biomedical model has prevailed, with many women going under the knife - often multiple times - to treat their endometriosis or being prescribed heavy-duty drugs...

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Invitation to solitude and silence by R. Ruth Barton

Invitation to solitude and silence

R. Ruth Barton

The author describes how she has discovered the real presence of God--the God who is present through the practice of solitude and silence. Her audio book invites you to meet God deeply and fully outside the demands and noise of daily life. She also offers...

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Why you will marry the wrong person & other essays

Why you will marry the wrong person & other essays

A pessimist's guide to marriage, offering insight, practical advice, and consolation.

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Vampire State by Ian (Journalist) Williams

Vampire State

Ian (Journalist) Williams

"State capitalism. Socialism with Chinese characteristics. A socialist market economy. There have been numerous descriptions of the Chinese economy. However, none seems to capture the predatory, at times surreal, nature of the economy of the world's most...

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Aquascaping by George (Aquascaper) Farmer

Aquascaping

George (Aquascaper) Farmer

"Learn how to create and maintain your own underwater ecosystem. Aquascaping is the art of creating beautiful aquariums with natural materials and live plants. From the brilliance of Takashi Amano and numerous other innovators, aquascapes have become a popular...

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Why Politicians Lie about Trade  by Dmitry Grozoubinski

Why Politicians Lie about Trade

Dmitry Grozoubinski

"Why Politicians Lie About Trade reveals how international trade really works and the compromises and deals nations must make to take part in the greatest commercial show on Earth. With clear writing and lively case studies, a former trade negotiator takes...

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Knitted Wild Animal Friends Knitted Animal Friends  by Louise Crowther

Knitted Wild Animal Friends Knitted Animal Friends

Louise Crowther

Go wild with this brand-new collection of adorable knitted wild animal toys and their clothes and accessories by bestselling author Louise Crowther. After the success of "Knitted Animal Friends", Louise has created knitting patterns for 12 new, wild animals in...

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The Autistic's guide to self-discovery by Sol (Autism advocate) Smith

The Autistic's guide to self-discovery

Sol (Autism advocate) Smith

"A guide to self-acceptance and empowerment for autistic adults. Through research, practical advice, and personal anecdotes, the book helps readers embrace their neurodivergence, navigate social challenges, and lead fulfilling, authentic lives"--

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AI engineering by Chip Huyen

AI engineering

Chip Huyen

Recent breakthroughs in AI have not only increased demand for AI products, they've also lowered the barriers to entry for those who want to build AI products. The model-as-a-service approach has transformed AI from an esoteric discipline into a powerful...

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Searching for Charmian by Suzanne Chick

Searching for Charmian

Suzanne Chick

Thirty years ago, Gina Chick's mother Suzanne wrote a bestselling memoir after discovering that her birth mother was none other than iconic Australian writer Charmian Clift. That book, Searching for Charmian, is now being rereleased for Mothers' Day 2025 with...

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Living a Life of Greatness by Sarah Grynberg

Living a Life of Greatness

Sarah Grynberg

An insightful and affirming guide to resetting your life and finding purpose, meaning and fulfilment through simple everyday practices, from the host of the internationally successful podcast A Life of Greatness. 'A brilliant guide to mastering your inner...

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Fat + Flour by Nicole Rucker

Fat + Flour

Nicole Rucker

"Fat + Flour is a celebration of the delights that abound when these two simple ingredients come together. Famed for her rustic desserts, homespun pies, and unique flavor combinations, Nicole Rucker is revered as one of America's best bakers, and in this...

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Kawaii crocheted animals by Marie-Noëlle Bayard

Kawaii crocheted animals

Marie-Noëlle Bayard

Cute and cuddly amigurumi animals created with your own hands! Basic patterns, easy-to-follow instructions, detailed diagrams and simple supplies - this essential guide shares everything you need to create 35 different crocheted creatures. Make a memorable...

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GULL FORCE by Joan Beaumont

GULL FORCE

Joan Beaumont

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Unsettled by Kate Grenville

Unsettled

Kate Grenville

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Ariise by Zoe Marshall

Ariise

Zoe Marshall

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Sit, Stay, Grow by Angelika. aut Von Sanden

Sit, Stay, Grow

Angelika. aut Von Sanden

Sit, Stay, Grow is a joyful guide to observing and learning with the dog in your life. In this book, counsellor Angelika von Sanden invites us to face life's challenges supported by our furry friends, but also to join into their playfulness and joy, and to use...

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Street-level superstar by Will Hodgkinson

Street-level superstar

Will Hodgkinson

Rough Trade Book of the YearUncut Book of the Year Mojo Book of the YearA Financial Times Book of the YearA Resident Book of the YearA Telegraph Book of the Year'One of the great Pop biographies' SUNDAY TIMES'Will has finally written his masterpiece. I'm glad...

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Best Day Walks Japan by Craig McLachlan

Best Day Walks Japan

Craig McLachlan

Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Japan is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a hike that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Climb Mt Fuji, walk the Tohoku coast,...

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UPRISING by Stephen Gapps

UPRISING

Stephen Gapps

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The blue zones American kitchen by Dan Buettner

The blue zones American kitchen

Dan Buettner

"Best-selling Blue Zones Kitchen author Dan Buettner spent years uncovering the Blue Zones--the five places around the world where people consistently live to or past, 100--and sharing lifestyle tips and recipes gleaned from these places. Now, creating your...

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Living and dying in São Paulo by Jeff Lesser

Living and dying in São Paulo

Jeff Lesser

"Living and Dying in São Paulo focuses on the neighborhood of Bom Retiro, home to many successive generations of racialized immigrant families, to explore questions of public health and epidemiology as they relate to spatial development, class stigmatization,...

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ManaBeshima Island Japan by Florent Chavouet

ManaBeshima Island Japan

Florent Chavouet

More than just a Japan travel guide, Manabeshima Island Japan paints a colorful and entertaining picture of a particular place and time in Japan. Japan is made up of thousands of sacred islands, artificial islands, industrial islands, resort islands, wild...

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Slow Cooking by Olivia Andrews

Slow Cooking

Olivia Andrews

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What we value by Emily Falk

What we value

Emily Falk

'One of my favourite neuroscientists' ANGELA DUCKWORTH, author of GRIT'Intellectually penetrating and beautifully written' ROBERT CIALDINI, author of INFLUENCEOur choices shape who we are - but what determines how we make our choices?In the tumult of everyday...

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The Origins of an Experimental Society by Erik Olssen

The Origins of an Experimental Society

Erik Olssen

In this major work, one of our leading historians offers a new account of the origins of New Zealand: how Pakeha settlers - nurtured on Enlightenment thought and evangelical humanitarianism - encountered Maori, and how the two peoples together developed a...

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Ghosts of iron mountain by Phil Tinline

Ghosts of iron mountain

Phil Tinline

How did America end up trapped in a nightmare of conspiracy theories, in which millions see the government as an evil 'deep state'?In 1967, at the height of the Vietnam War, a group of New York writers concocted what appeared to be a top-secret government...

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Beat the Budget by Mimi. aut Harrison

Beat the Budget

Mimi. aut Harrison

* THE TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * Delicious doesn't have to be expensive. With easy, flavour-packed recipes for £1.25 per portion and simple meal plans with shopping lists to take the stress out of meal times, Beat the Budget will show you how to save...

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How to giggle by Paige author. DeSorbo

How to giggle

Paige author. DeSorbo

From the popular podcast Giggly Squad, authors and best friends Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo share hilarious and heartwarming advice on how to find joy and humor in the mundane.

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The Gut-Brain Paradox by Steven R. aut Gundry

The Gut-Brain Paradox

Steven R. aut Gundry

Dr. Steven R. Gundry, the New York Times bestselling author of the groundbreaking Plant Paradox series, shares compelling evidence that our gut microbiome is driving our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and our mental, emotional, and neuronal health--and shows...

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The mandarin tree by Pamela Chen

The mandarin tree

Pamela Chen

Attract More Joy, Luck, and Magic to Every Aspect of Your Life Taiwanese American authors Pamela Chen and Samantha Blossom teach you how to use ancient, Far Eastern magic in a modernized way, no matter your background or experience level. With their help, you...

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Tarot grimoire by Ethony Dawn

Tarot grimoire

Ethony Dawn

Tarot Spreads and Spells that Raise Your Magic to the Next Level Unabashedly embracing the magic and mystery of tarot, this book invites you on a self-empowering journey to reveal and grow your inner mystic. Tarot expert Ethony Dawn channels her profound...

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Flower by Ed Atkins

Flower

Ed Atkins

'I like eating cold, clammy wraps from big pharmacies that are open late and sell just a few foods like protein bars and powders.' Flower is a book of realistic admissions, likes, dislikes, memories and no-brainer observations, treating personal truth as...

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On Democracies and death cults by Douglas Murray

On Democracies and death cults

Douglas Murray

From the Sunday Times No. 1 Bestselling Author Douglas Murray, international bestselling author and renowned cultural commentator confronts what he views as the most pressing issue of our time: why Western support of the Palestinian cause is ultimately playing...

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2024 by Rajdeep Sardesai

2024

Rajdeep Sardesai

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Taming the Molecule of More by Michael E. Long

Taming the Molecule of More

Michael E. Long

Featured on The Next Big Idea Club's April 2025 Must-Read Books Dopamine, "the molecule of more," makes it easy to get stuck in a cycle of never being truly satisfied. It promises happiness, but can never deliver. That part is up to us. A more fulfilling life...

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Help! My kid hates writing by Julie Bogart

Help! My kid hates writing

Julie Bogart

"Offers a lifeline to parents whose kids hate writing. Drawing on her homeschooling expertise and popular Brave Writer curriculum, Bogart offers practical advice to help struggling students achieve breakthroughs in writing, explaining the how and why of her...

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Clementine Churchill by Sonia Purnell

Clementine Churchill

Sonia Purnell

Foreword by Harriet Walter. Clementine Churchill: A Life in Pictures is a fully illustrated and abridged edition of Sonia Purnell's acclaimed biography, First Lady, including over 100 stunning and rarely seen photographs. Without Winston Churchill's inspiring...

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Russian Politics by Brian D. Taylor

Russian Politics

Brian D. Taylor

"Russia is rarely out of the news. This has been particularly true since it launched the largest war in Europe since World War II when it invaded Ukraine in 2022. Yet Russian politics can be difficult to understand. It is powerfully shaped by large, impersonal...

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Lonely Planet Pocket Sydney by Peter Dragicevich

Lonely Planet Pocket Sydney

Peter Dragicevich

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan an unforgettable trip to Sydney. Surf at Bondi Beach, climb Sydney Harbour Bridge, tour the Australian Museum, with our Pocket travel guide that's packed with 'perfect trip' itineraries,...

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Religion and the decline of magic by Keith Thomas

Religion and the decline of magic

Keith Thomas

"Astrology, witchcraft, magical healing, divination, ancient prophecies, ghosts, and fairies were taken very seriously by people at all social and economic levels in sixteenth- and seventeenth-century England. Helplessness in the face of disease and human...

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Fight by Jonathan (Jonathan J. M.) Allen

Fight

Jonathan (Jonathan J. M.) Allen

"It was the election America dreaded, a rematch between the two oldest men to serve as president. But somewhere along the way, the 2024 battle for the White House became the most jaw-dropping, heart-pounding, head-turning contest in American history. The ride...

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Contemporary African screen worlds

Contemporary African screen worlds

"Contemporary African Screen Worlds explores the ways in which African audiences engage with their media worlds as both producers and consumers. The essays, many of which are written by authors within Africa, address political-economic and cultural aspects of...

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Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Australia by Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Australia

Lonely Planet

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Australia's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 38 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Explore the enigmatic Outback, marvel at the lush beauty of the Daintree,...

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Lonely Planet Boston by Mara Vorhees

Lonely Planet Boston

Mara Vorhees

Lonely Planet's Boston is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore Boston's revolutionary history, feast on sensational seafood and catch a game...

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Indigo by Catherine E. McKinley

Indigo

Catherine E. McKinley

For almost five millennia, in every culture and every major religion, indigo--a blue pigment obtained from the small green leaf of a parasitic shurb through a complex process that even scientists still regard as mysterious--has been at the center of turbulent...

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Belgium & Luxembourg by Mark Elliott

Belgium & Luxembourg

Mark Elliott

"Lonely Planet's Belgium & Luxembourg is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Unesco-listed belfries in Bruges and Tournai, savour Belgian pralines at a Brussels...

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Shapeshifting by Ellen van Neerven

Shapeshifting

Ellen van Neerven

Shapeshifting, co-edited by Jeanine Leane and Ellen van Neerven, is a wide-ranging collection of nonfiction by First Nations writers that breaks new ground. These lyric essays push the boundaries of nonfiction beyond the biographical or the academic, with...

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Ancestral grimoire by Nancy Hendrickson

Ancestral grimoire

Nancy Hendrickson

Most of us know our immediate family and maybe even a generation or two beyond, but few of us are attuned to those who lived earlier. Many of us have forgotten how to keep our own stories alive. This is where the ancestors come in and where this book begins....

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Lonely Planet Romania and Bulgaria by Mark Baker

Lonely Planet Romania and Bulgaria

Mark Baker

Lonely Planet's Romania & Bulgaria is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Absorb the vibrant landscape while hiking, or relax on the Black Sea...

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Lonely Planet Munich, Bavaria & the Black Forest by Marc Di Duca

Lonely Planet Munich, Bavaria & the Black Forest

Marc Di Duca

"Lonely Planet's Munich, Bavaria & the Black Forest is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Swill a beer at Oktoberfest, drive the Romantic Road,...

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Taoist inner alchemy by Ge Goulong

Taoist inner alchemy

Ge Goulong

"The concept of alchemy in Daoist philosophy describes the process of individual transformation that occurs as a result of long-term meditation practice. While that classical terminology may seem arcane, it actually beautifully represents Daoism's...

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Artery by Austin Zeiderman

Artery

Austin Zeiderman

"An immersive journey into the world of fluvial transport and logistics along Colombia's Magdalena River, Artery examines the entanglements of race, nature, and capital underpinning the contemporary global order. Austin Zeiderman's account foregrounds the plan...

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Lonely Planet Cape Town and the Garden Route by Mary Fitzpatrick

Lonely Planet Cape Town and the Garden Route

Mary Fitzpatrick

Lonely Planet's Cape Town & the Garden Route is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Climb the impressive Table Mountain, visit historic Robben...

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Gender history by Antoinette M. Burton

Gender history

Antoinette M. Burton

"This volume is designed to introduce readers to the scholarly field of gender history: its origins, development, reception, recalibrations, and frictions. It offers a set of working definitions of gender as a descriptive category and as a category of...

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Bananas by Peter Chapman

Bananas

Peter Chapman

"In this exploration of corporate maneuvering and subterfuge, journalist Chapman shows how the importer United Fruit set the precedent for the institutionalized power and influence of today's multinational companies. This infamous company was arguably the most...

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How to be a grown up by Raffi Grinberg

How to be a grown up

Raffi Grinberg

"A guide to learning the answers to adult life's greatest mysteries that were never taught in school but should have been-including how to launch your career, find your purpose (for right now), invest your money, and much more"--

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Cryptography by Sean Murphy

Cryptography

Sean Murphy

"Cryptography is a part of everyday life for almost all of us, though we may not realise we're using it. We are a far cry from the historical prediction that cryptography would only be used by militaries and governments. With vast quantities of sensitive...

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Lonely Planet Chicago by Karla Zimmerman

Lonely Planet Chicago

Karla Zimmerman

Lonely Planet's Chicago is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the city's architectural highlights, relax by Lake Michigan and catch a game...

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Lonely Planet Epic Surf Breaks of the World

Lonely Planet Epic Surf Breaks of the World

Lonely Planet explores the world's most righteous spots for riding waves in Epic Surf Breaks, the latest addition to its popular Epic series. From Java's G-Land to Hawaii's North Shore and on to Bells Beach in Victoria, Australia, surfers of all levels are...

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Proxy Mom by Sophie Adriansen

Proxy Mom

Sophie Adriansen

Marietta and Chuck, madly in love, are expecting a baby. But childbirth marks the end of the fairy tale. Zoe's birth didn't go as Marietta imagined, and the maternal instinct is slow to manifest itself. While she no longer recognizes her body, Marietta feels...

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Under the sea-wind by Rachel Carson

Under the sea-wind

Rachel Carson

Under the Sea-Wind marks the beginnings of one of the most significant careers in nature writing. In it Rachel Carson celebrates the mystery and beauty of birds and sea creatures in their natural habitat, conjuring the atmosphere of the shore and the open sea...

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Freedom Pass London by Mike Pentelow

Freedom Pass London

Mike Pentelow

The new, thoroughly updated second edition of Bradt's Freedom Pass London brings to life the UK capital through 26 carefully curated walks that reveal historical landmarks, wildlife hotspots and quiet corners with fascinating pasts. As the title suggests, this...

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Break by Katherena Vermette

Break

Katherena Vermette

"When Stella, a young Métis mother, looks out her window one evening and spots someone in trouble on the Break — a barren field on an isolated strip of land outside her house — she calls the police to alert them to a possible crime. In a series of shifting...

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The Unexpurgated Code by J. P. (James Patrick) Donleavy

The Unexpurgated Code

J. P. (James Patrick) Donleavy

With the world a harsh and cruel place and an enemy out to get you if he can, courtesy will not make you rich overnight but by degrees it makes others feel good and this in turn will make you feel even etter ... With more and more folk from the wrong side of...

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To save and to destroy by Viet Thanh Nguyen

To save and to destroy

Viet Thanh Nguyen

"Pulitzer Prize winner Viet Thanh Nguyen's To Save and to Destroy is a deeply personal reflection on outsiders in literature and in US society. Across six essays, first delivered as the Norton Lectures, Nguyen offers insightful readings of authors who shaped...

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A Better Share by Morgan Cutlip

A Better Share

Morgan Cutlip

Relationship expert Dr. Morgan Cutlip helps couples view the mental load--the endless and mostly invisible work of managing a household and family--as a shared enemy to conquer versus a problem they have with each other, offering practical solutions for...

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Uncharted by Chris Whipple

Uncharted

Chris Whipple

"The New York Times bestselling author of The Gatekeepers and The Spymasters now turns his sharp eye towards the historic 2024 presidential race, providing the definitive, insider account of the most dramatic and significant political showdown in modern...

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Heart lamp by Banu Mushtaq

Heart lamp

Banu Mushtaq

In the twelve stories of Heart Lamp, Banu Mushtaq exquisitely captures the everyday lives of women and girls in Muslim communities in southern India. Published originally in the Kannada language between 1990 and 2023, praised for their dry and gentle humor,...

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Every day with Babs by Barbara Costello

Every day with Babs

Barbara Costello

"Everybody's favorite honorary grandmother is here to save the day with 100 dinner recipes for every day of the week, from Sheet-Pan Mondays to Slow and Low Saturdays, plus tips and tricks to make the daily dinner grind less hectic and simpler than ever. Babs...

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No More Tears by Gardiner Harris

No More Tears

Gardiner Harris

"An incendiary, deeply reported exposé of Johnson & Johnson, one of America’s oldest and most trusted pharmaceutical companies—from award-winning investigative journalist Gardiner Harris One day in 2004, Gardiner Harris, early for a flight, sat down at an...

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Four red sweaters by Lucy Adlington

Four red sweaters

Lucy Adlington

"The New York Times bestselling author of The Dressmakers of Auschwitz tells the stories of four Jewish girls during the Holocaust, strangers whose lives were unknowingly linked by everyday garments, revealing how the ordinary can connect us in extraordinary...

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