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'Don't leave me here! Please, don't leave me.' What possesses a mum to kidnap her own child? That's what Maggie asks herself when she's asked to foster 13-year-old Saskia, the subject of a bitter custody battle between her parents. When Saskia's mum Rosa fears the courts are going to favour her ex-husband, James, she takes matters into her own hands. With Rosa facing criminal charges, and Saskia refusing to live with her dad, her future looks uncertain. Will Maggie be able to step in and discover the bombshell that will tear this family apart? From Britain's best-loved foster carer, a new and inspiring true story of secrets and hope. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781399629256 • Author: Maggie Hartley • Publisher: Orion Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 256 • Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.4 cm

A daily journal of inspiration, comfort and encouragement from the UK's No.1 SundayTimes bestselling author of Wild Hope, beautifully designed in four-colour throughout. Start every day with Donna Ashworth by your side in this beautiful, interactive daily journal. With uplifting poems, guiding words, wise insights, perspective shifts and understanding on every page, Donna will accompany you throughout the year to help you embrace life in all its messy wondrousness. Donna also encourages you to explore your own words and writing to help you ride each wave this life sends your way, helping you find beauty and wonder on days the world scares you, comfort and patience when sadness is visiting, and courage and hope when you can't see the light. She also gently steers you back to love yourself, as you are, and to see that, no matter what you experience in this world, you are never alone. Every day is a journey and it starts with you. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781785307157 • Author: Donna Ashworth • Publisher: Bonnier Books UK Limited • Format: Hardback • Pages: 384 • Dimensions: 21.6 x 18.9 x 3.6 cm

FROM THE AUTHOR OF BRIDGE OF SPIES: A dramatic and colourful new account of the most daring British commando raid of World War Two! In the darkest months of the Second World War, Churchill approved what seemed to many like a suicide mission. Under orders to attack the St Nazaire U-boat base on the Atlantic seaboard, British commandos undertook "the greatest raid of all", turning an old destroyer into a live bomb and using it to ram the gates of a Nazi stronghold. Five Victoria Crosses were awarded -- more than in any similar operation. Drawing on official documents, interviews, unknown accounts and the astonished reactions of French civilians and German forces, The Greatest Raid recreates in cinematic detail the hours in which the "Charioteers" fought and died, from Lt Gerard Brett, the curator at the V & A, to "Bertie" Burtinshaw, who went into battle humming There'll Always be an England, and from Lt Stuart Chant, who set the fuses with 90 seconds to escape, to the epic solo reconnaissance of the legendary Times journalist Capt Micky Burn. Unearthing the untold human stories of Operation Chariot, Bridge of Spies author Giles Whittell reveals it to be a fundamentally misconceived raid whose impact and legacy was secured by astonishing bravery. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781405991377 • Author: Giles Whittell • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 304 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.9 cm

National Treasure Joe Wicks is back with Protein in 15, packed with quick, delicious protein-packed and unprocessed recipes for the whole family. We all need protein to help us balance blood sugar, build muscle, and maintain energy and concentration. Whether you’re a dedicated gym goer, a woman experiencing perimenopausal symptoms or just want to boost protein in your family meals without relying on ultra-processed foods, Protein in 15 has you covered. Real food for real people, the recipes are simple and speedy but big on flavour and are made with easy-to-source, unprocessed ingredients. Whether you fancy a spicy chicken burger, banging steak burrito, meat-free bolognese or creamy chicken harissa pasta, this book is for you. Chapters include: – Easy-peasy dinners – Plant-powered meals – Lunchbox inspo – Home takeaways – Fast prep slow-cook bangers – Pasta and noodle winners Protein in 15 will show you that it’s possible to eat a protein-rich diet using fresh, whole foods. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781785128547 • Author: Joe Wicks • Publisher: Bonnier Books UK Limited • Format: Hardback • Pages: 224 • Dimensions: 24.6 x 18.9 x 3 cm

At the age of thirteen, she became Lady Diana Spencer. At twenty, Princess of Wales. At twenty-one, she earned her most important title: Mother. As she fell in love, first with Prince Charles and then with her sons, William and Harry, the world fell in love with the young royal family - Diana most of all. With one son destined to be King and one needing to find his own way, she taught them lessons about royal tradition and also real life. 'William and Harry will be properly prepared,' Diana once promised. 'I am making sure of this.' Even after her tragic death, the strength of her love for her sons remains an enduring inspiration, not only for the two princes, but for the entire world. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529160642 • Author: James Patterson & Chris Mooney • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 464 • Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 3.2 cm

26 adorable woodland creatures to crochet, from squishable frogs and foxes to super-cute bunnies and bees. Perfect for beginners, this simple book uses only a handful of stitches and contains clear, easy-to-follow instructions to get you started. Using only tiny amounts of yarn, but bursting with character and fun, these adorable amigurumi makes will bust your stash and melt your heart! Simply follow the short illustrated techniques section to create a whole forest filled with sweet furry friends, leaves, acorns and flowers! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781800922921 • Author: Julia Chiang • Publisher: Search Press • Format: Hardback • Pages: 48 • Dimensions: 18.9 x 18.75 x 1.02 cm

This 4-book set of beginner’s guides to astronomy includes: Stargazing, Moongazing, Northern Lights & Observing our Solar System Stargazing: A brilliant introductory guide to exploring the night sky, from the astronomers of the Royal Observatory Greenwich.Offering complete advice from the ground up, Stargazing is the perfect manual for beginners to astronomy – introducing the world of telescopes, planets, stars, dark skies and celestial maps.Discover how to tackle light pollution, how to stargaze with just your eyes, and what equipment is best for beginners. Moongazing: An in-depth guide for aspiring astronomers and Moon observers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Includes detailed Moon maps and covers the history of lunar observation and exploration, the properties of the Moon, its origin and orbit. This is the ideal book for Moon observers covering essential equipment, and the key events to look out for.Detailed advice is given on how to choose a telescope and how to capture the Moon in sketches. Northern Lights: The perfect gift for anyone with a desire to see the Northern Lights.Discover the incomparable beauty of the Northern Lights with this accessible guide for aspiring astronomers and seasoned night sky observers. Covers the essential equipment needed for observation and photography and full of stunning photographs. Observing our Solar System: In this guide, you will learn how the Solar System came to be understood – from ancient theories of its mechanics to the modern age of remote sensing, We'll then look at the significant targets for amateur astronomers – the Moon, Sun and planets – to see how they can be explored by eye and with telescopes. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008706036 • Author: Tom Kerss • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Box Set

Football isn't life or death - it's much more serious than that... Which players will the fans never forget? Who are the Premier League's best buys? Who were the best link ups in history? In Match of the Day Top 10 of Everything, Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards bring all of the charm, wit and punditry of their hit BBC Sounds podcast onto the page, arguing the toss over their favourite strikers, Premier League managers, shock transfers, cult heroes, hard men, FA Cup Finals, and much, much more. The question is...will you agree with their picks? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781911743064 • Author: Micah Richards & Gary Lineker & Alan Shearer • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 416 • Dimensions: 19.84  x 12.55 x 2.54 cm

It is never too late to build the life you’re seeking. Part-memoir, part-inspirational manual for better living, Simply More by Cynthia Erivo is for anyone seeking greater harmony and fulfilment in their lives. Cynthia Erivo learned the music to Wicked a decade before she needed it, not knowing that those same lyrics would change her life. Ten years later, she performed those songs on a world stage, showing us that there is always time to keep discovering ourselves, and that the journey of becoming is not a finite one. In Simply More, through a series of powerful, personal vignettes, Cynthia reflects on the ways that she has grown as an actor and a person, shares the lessons she’s learned over years of performing, and reminds us how we are capable of so much more than we think. In this profoundly honest and moving memoir, Cynthia draws from her experiences running marathons, both real and metaphorical, on stage and on screen, to show how each challenge can help us. Through personal anecdotes, lessons and advice, she urges readers to lean into the wisdom of their bodies and to understand and strive for a physical and mental balance. Because when we chase our deepest desires, each small step leads us closer to where we want to go. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781035086016 • Author: Cynthia Erivo • Publisher: Macmillan Distribution Limited • Format: Hardback • Pages: 208

Bring a range of delicious bakes to life with the Draw and Doodle: Brilliant Bakes colouring book! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781916992443 • Author: Joy Gift Publishing • Publisher: Joy Gift Publishing • Format: Paperback

Andy Webb exclusively reveals the true extent of the deception Princess Diana experienced at the hands of BBC reporter Martin Bashir before giving her iconic 1995 Panorama TV interview, and how the cover-up that followed left the vulnerable princess to her fate. Andy Webb, the journalist who obtained the secret files that first broke the story, offers unrivalled insider access to the key players in a thrilling narrative spanning thirty years, from the moment Bashir made his first move in 1995 to the 2024 courtroom where Webb faced the BBC's elite legal squad to demand access to highly contested documents relating to the scandal. Filled with revelations that have not yet entered the public record, Dianarama will become a key part in the first draft of history. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241784648 • Author: Andy Webb • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 432 • Dimensions: 24 x 16 x 3.8 cm

A compelling examination of the psychology and motives behind one of the most notorious serial killers of the twentieth century. Ted Bundy, a failed law student and lone drifter, raped and murdered at least thirty girls and young women in five different US states. Despite his apparent charm and intelligence and seemingly normal relationships with women, he conducted a brutal killing spree between 1974 and 1978. This was the decade during which ‘criminal profiling’ was initially developed and the term ‘serial killer’ was first used by law-enforcement agencies. True crime writers Tanya Farber and Jeremy Daniel examine how this charming man, who was able to function so well in society, could conduct these horrific crimes. They also uncover the cult of 'celebrity' that followed Bundy through the first televised trial in American history - and why his personality and profile has spawned so many films and TV dramas, including Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781802472714 • Author: Tanya Farber & Jeremy Daniel • Publisher: Ad Lib • Format: Paperback • Pages: 288 • Dimensions: 19.05 x 12.07 x 1.27 cm

Improve your IQ and test your intelligence with these great collections of puzzles. With over 600 to complete in each title, there’s lots of puzzles to stimulate your brain and put your mind through its paces. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780655237228 • Author: Lake Press Pty Ltd • Publisher: Lake Press Pty Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 384 • Dimensions: 21.6 x 13.8 x 2.2 cm

Gnomes sweet gnomes! 20 colourful crocheted gnomes to make, gift and love, from best-selling author Val Pierce. Welcome to Val Pierce’s world of amigurumi gnomes to crochet! Beginner-friendly, whimsical and bursting at the seams with fun, these adorable gnomes are brilliant stash-busters and make thoughtful gifts your loved ones will cherish. Choose from 20 different projects for a range of occasions including: •    a heart-themed Valentine’s Gnome for that special someone; •    a pocket-sized Keyring Gnome with a daffodil hat adorned with bees and bugs; •    a Rainbow gnome with a fabulous rainbow outfit and matching umbrella; •    a Baby Gnome with a baby bear bonnet and milk bottle; •    a Halloween Gnome complete with his own pumpkin, perfect for spooky season; •    and Santa and Mrs Claus Gnomes to fill your house with festive cheer. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781800922174 • Author: Val Pierce • Publisher: Search Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 96 • Dimensions: 23.5 x 19 cm

Test your wits with the ultimate game of cunning, logic and intuition It's time to start your adventure. Get them before they get you Put your sleuthing skills to the test in a world of deception, betrayal, and strategy. Placed in a castle in the Scottish Highlands, you must figure out if your fellow players are Faithful or a Traitor. Can you trust Jorge, the dentist with an encyclopaedic memory and tendency to smile at everyone? Or Nina, the retiree who acts like the group's matriarch but has a knowing glint in her eyes..? Beware, for in this treacherous game, trust is a luxury you cannot afford. In the official book of the BAFTA-winning phenomenon, The Traitors: The Interactive Game Book, the decisions you make will decide what happens next. Take this thrilling journey on your own or with others, pooling your wisdom to make the right choices. With over 20 standalone games to play in a group - all with cunning Traitors twists - this is the perfect gift, guaranteed to unleash hours of mischief and fun. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529975932 • Author: Alan Connor • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 368 • Dimensions: 22.3 x 14.3 x 3.2 cm

Sweet Treats with Bonne Maman celebrates the iconic brand with a selection of delicious bakes to make and share! This book brings together a selection of Bonne Maman’s most delicious treats, including bakes such as marble cake, banana bread, madeleines, cookies, linzer biscuits, shortbreads and double chocolate muffins…perfect for snacks and to share with family and friends. Founded in 1971, Bonne Maman has become an instantly recognisable institution. With products available in 125 different countries, it remains a top-selling preserves brand across the World and has become synonymous with being a quality product, available to all. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836005537 • Author: Ilona Chovancova • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK Account • Format: Hardback • Pages: 96 • Dimensions: 24.94 x 17.73 x 1.24 cm

Celebrate and colour your way through the holidays! Includes over 100 pages to colour. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780785848103 • Author: Quarto Publishing UK Account • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK Account • Format: Paperback

Tired of endless meetings, passive aggressive emails and corporate chaos? As Per My Previous Email is the perfect hilarious and therapeutic colouring book every overworked professional needs. Take a deep breath, grab your colours, and reclaim your sanity- one page at a time. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781915613783 • Author: Noodle Juice Ltd • Publisher: Noodle Juice Ltd • Format: Paperback

Pick a side and wear your hat with pride Whether your favourite is Elphaba or Glinda, both of these iconic witches have plenty of life lessons to share. This is a book of two halves - just as there are two sides to every story - that invites you to pick a side and let your true self shine. Learn how to charm every area of your life with quotes, illustrations, self-care spells and practical tips that impart the simple philosophy of The Wicked Witch of The West or flip the book up side down to embrace the wisdom of Glinda the Good. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529975918 • Author: Penguin Books Ltd • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 128 • Dimensions: 16.9 x 11.6 x 1.5 cm

The best-selling collection of football facts, stats and stories is back for another fantastic new edition! World Football Records 2026 offers lively, fun and fascinating facts and stats from the world of international football. Focusing on all the major world and continental tournaments, national team records, exceptional matches and the stars who made it all possible, this exhaustively researched annual tells the stories of these key moments and the players and teams behind them. This new edition includes updated stats and facts for all recent major tournaments, awards and international teams. You’ll also find the latest record-breaking achievements of more than 35 featured nations from around the world, including a sidebar with key stats, as well as updates and records for all the other FIFA members. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781035427642 • Author: Keir Radnedge • Publisher: Hodder Headline • Format: Hardback • Pages: 224 • Dimensions: 27.2 x 20.8 x 2 cm