Reference Books

For centuries mankind has waged war against the infections that, left untreated, would have the power to wipe out communities, or even entire populations. Yet for all our advanced scientific knowledge, only one human disease – smallpox – has ever been eradicated globally. In recent years, outbreaks of Ebola and Zika have provided vivid examples of how difficult it is to contain an infection once it strikes, and the panic that a rapidly spreading epidemic can ignite. But while we chase the diseases we are already aware of, new ones are constantly emerging, like the coronavirus that spread across the world in 2020. At the same time, antimicrobial resistance is harnessing infections that we once knew how to control, enabling them to thrive once more. Meera Senthilingam presents a timely look at humanity’s ongoing battle against infection, examining the successes and failures of the past, along with how we are confronting the challenges of today, and our chances of eradicating disease in the future. Product Information:• ISBN: 9781785785634• Author: Meera Senthilingam• Publisher: Icon Books• Format: Paperback• Pages: 176• Dimensions: 13.3 x 1.3 x 19.7 cm

In his 2009 international bestseller Crush It, Gary Vaynerchuk insisted that a vibrant personal brand was crucial to entrepreneurial success.  In Crushing It, Gary explains why that’s even more true today, offering his unique perspective on what has changed and what principles remain timeless.  He also shares stories from other entrepreneurs who have grown wealthier —and not just financially— than they ever imagined possible by following Crush It principles. The secret to their success (and Gary’s) has everything to do with their understanding of the social media platforms. In this lively, practical and inspiring book, Gary dissects every current major social media platform so that anyone, from a plumber to a professional ice skater, will know exactly how to amplify his or her personal brand on each.  Product Information: • ISBN: 9780062674678 • Author: Gary Vaynerchuk • Publisher: Harper Business • Format: Hardcover • Pages: 288 • Dimensions: 23.11 x 16 x 3.05 cm

This is a comprehensive driving test guide covering the theory test, practical test, and the highway code. The Theory Test, Practical Test & Highway Code features all the official revision theory test questions for car drivers, hundreds of practical test questions set by experts from the AA Driving School, and the latest edition of the Highway Code-essential reading for all road users. Explanatory text is included to help learner drivers understand what's required for every revision question. The Theory Test, Practical Test & Highway Code's clear and concise layout makes it easy to revise and is a must-buy for anyone learning to drive. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780749577940 • Author: AA Publishing • Publisher: AA Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 528 • Dimensions: 21.59 x 15.24 x 3.3 cm

If life on is Zoom getting you down and you’re dreading the next inevitable invite to a Teams meeting, don’t panic, help is at hand. With 101 top tips explaining the dos and don’ts of virtual meetings, You’re On Mute will help you master videocalls in "the new normal."  Whether you need to stop doing that weird wave at the end of meetings or want to break the habit of being transfixed by your own face in the corner of the screen, the fun advice inside this book has got you covered. In no time you’ll be living your best life online, bringing your "A" game to any virtual work meeting, catch up with family, quiz with friends, online date and more. Product Information: ISBN: 9780711263604 Author: Jo Hoare  Publisher: Ivy Press Format: Paperback Pages: 96 Dimensions: 11.1 x 17.7 x 1.1cm

Discover the hard science that will help you run faster, endure for longer, and avoid injury. Analyse your running style and learn how to enhance your gait for optimum efficiency and safety. Transform your performance with exercises targeting strength, flexibility, and recovery - each exercise annotated to reveal the muscle mechanics so you know you're getting it right. Understand the science behind your body's energy systems and how to train to maximise energy storage and conversion. Follow training and exercise programmes tailored to different abilities and distances, from 5K to marathon. Whether you are new to running or an experienced racer, this book will help you achieve your goals and stay injury-free. Product Information: ISBN: 9780241504505 Author: Chris Napier Publisher: DK Format: Paperback Pages: 224 Dimensions: 23.9 x 20.4 x 2.3cm

Get to grips with all things physiology with all of the key yoga Asanas in this Science of Yoga phenomena! Enjoy the in-depth details and pose with confidence and control to become the most professional Yoga master. With scientific research given to support the facts and annotated artworks throughout, achieve the excellence and put in your practice with the ultimate guide to Yoga. Optimise the benefits of yoga to your body and mind now! Product Information: ISBN: 9780241442340 Author: Ann Swanson Publisher: DK Format: Paperback Pages: 216 Dimensions: 23 x 19 x 2cm

An important and timely book on race and racism, encouraging children to think for themselves about the issues involved. Talk about race is often discouraged, but this book aims to bring everyone into the conversation. It explores the history of race and society, giving context to how racist attitudes come into being. It looks at belonging and identity, the damaging effects of stereotyping and the benefits of positive representation. The authors talk sensitively about how to identify and challenge racism, and how to protect against and stop racist behaviour. Aimed at young people aged 10 and upwards. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781526303998 • Author: Nikesh Shukla • Publisher: Wayland • Format: Paperback • Pages: 48 • Dimensions: 24.4 x 17.2 x 0.8cm

This Collins World Wall Map is perfect for children learning the world map, as a decorative wall piece or for aspiring travellers. With a scale of 1:22 000 000 or 1cm to 220km, this up to date World Map shows individual countries, oceans, main roads, railways, cities and towns, as well as lines of latitude and longitude and even the International Date Line. It also includes a useful educational tool and the inclusion of all the national flags. In addition, this world map details key statistics for every country, including information on the area of each country in square miles and kilometres, population size, national currency, capital city and website address. This Collins World Map also has small circular maps, with close-up views of the north and south poles.A great educational tool for at home, in a classroom, in the office or on your bedroom wall.Product Information:• World Map• Wall Poster• Learning essential• Great for all ages• Size: 40” x 54”

Life can often feel overwhelming and with pressure from school, relationships and social media it can be hard to remember to take a bit of time for ourselves - to take care of what's going on for us on the inside. Breathe Out has been written specifically for young minds and the unique challenges that teenagers face today, it is filled with exercises, techniques and tips specially designed to help you to take a step back and take a moment for yourself. With a variety of exercises that encourage you to be present, to be a better listener, articulate your feelings and get a handle on your screen time among many others, this is a hands-on journal that will allow you to track your moods and feel more in control when things can be a bit overwhelming. There are also mindfulness and breathing techniques to allow you to keep on top of your emotions wherever you are. By unlocking your creativity - whether that's using colour, list making, noting your thoughts and experiences - you'll explore what makes you you, build new inner strengths and discover how to prioritize your wellbeing every day. The result? A happier, more fulfilled you. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781789292626 • Author: Fiona Rose • Publisher: Michael O'Mara • Format: Paperback • Pages: 128 • Dimensions: 19 x 14.7 x 1.2cm

Peppa is learning first letter shapes... Would you like to practise them, too? Copy the letters with the special pen, then wipe them off and try again! This brilliant book introduces lower-case letters in alphabetical order and helps children learn to correctly form each one. Product Information:• ISBN: 9780723292081• Author: Penguin Books• Publisher: Penguin Books• Format: Paperback• Pages: 16• Dimensions: 30 x 21 x 0.2cm

Do you know how hurricanes form? Or why the seasons change? Step inside the inner workings of Planet Earth to find out everything you need to know! Taking you on an access-all-areas tour of the planet, dig deep underground or float among the clouds in this fantastic book of knowledge! Product Information: ISBN: 9780711255173 Author: John Farndon, Tim Hutchinson Publisher: Quarto Publishing Format: Paperback Pages: 80 Dimensions: 29 x 22 x 1cm

The Angel Experience is a complete angel healing workshop in one book. Interactive and practical, the step-by-step learning programme will guide you towards greater understanding and wisdom. Packed with exercises help you to tailor the book to your own specific needs, journaling sections to allow you to write your experiences and a revision work with more advanced exercises. With practical downloadable digital tracks featuring meditations and inspirational music to bring you into a receptive state for deeper work, The Angel Experience is your complete guide to learning all you need to know about self-healing. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780753734322 • Author: Hazel Raven • Publisher: Pyramid • Format: Paperback • Pages: 256 • Dimensions: 16.8 x 14 x 1.8 cm

The Crystal Experience is a complete crystal workshop in one book. Interactive and practical, the step-by-step learning programme will guide you towards the profound wisdom within crystal lore. Packed with exercises help you to tailor the book to your own specific needs, journaling sections to allow you to write your experiences and a revision work with more advanced exercises. With practical downloadable digital tracks featuring meditations and inspirational music to bring you into a receptive state for deeper work, The Crystal Experience is your complete guide to learning all you need to know about crystals. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780753734315 • Author: Judy Hall • Publisher: Pyramid • Format: Paperback • Pages: 256 • Dimensions: 16.6 x 14 x 2 cm

Calling all Cat-lovers! Do you struggle to figure out what your beloved pet friend is thinking most of the time? Get inside the mind of your cat and feel closer to communicating with your little friend. Product Information: ISBN: 9781913004156 Author: Susanna Geoghegan Publishing Publisher: Susanna Geoghegan Publishing Format: Hardback

Draw your favorite Outfits, vehicles, weapons, and more with Epic Games' only official how to draw book including tips to make your sketches as epic as your in-game achievements and featuring the authentic Fortnite holographic seal! Learn how to draw 35 of the games most popular icons-including Outfits, weapons, building materials, and vehicles. In easy-to-follow stages, you'll go step-by-step from rough sketch to detailed finish. Product Information: ISBN: 9781472265289 Author: Games Epic  Publisher: Wildfire Format: Paperback Pages: 112 Dimensions: 24.2 x 19.5 x 0.9cm

From the creators of the bestselling Brain Games for Clever Kids, this book contains mental maths conundrums to solve. Clever Kids can test their mental maths by working out simple fractions, times tables, number pyramids and much more. All the answers can be found at the back of the book. Product Information: ISBN: 9781780556208 Author: Dr Gareth Moore Publisher: Buster Books Format: Paperback Pages: 192 Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.2cm

Welcome to the world of the forensic psychologist, where the people you meet are wildly unpredictable and often frightening. The job: to delve into the psyche of convicted men and women to try to understand what lies behind their often brutal actions. Follow in the footsteps of Kerry Daynes, one of the most sought-after forensic psychologists in the business and consultant on major police investigations. Kerry's job has taken her to the cells of maximum-security prisons, police interview rooms, the wards of secure hospitals and the witness box of the court room. Her work has helped solve a cold case, convict the guilty and prevent a vicious attack. Kerry's frank memoir gives an unforgettable insight into the personal and professional dangers in store for a female psychologist working with some of the most disturbing men and women. Product Information: ISBN: 9781788402170 Author: Kerry Daynes Publisher: Endeavour Format: Paperback Pages: 304 Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.6 x 3 cm

Why be a good photographer when you can be a great one! This guide will help you use your digital camera to its full potential in just 20 weeks. This modular photography course is the ultimate master class in digital photography. Using a combination of tutorials, step-by-step demonstrations, practical assignments, and fun Q&As, you'll go from photography novice to pro in no time. Build your photography and image-editing skills with this comprehensive course that guides you through every aspect of digital photography. From conveying movement and using natural light, to understanding exposure and mastering composition, this book will teach you how to take professional-looking pictures you'll be proud to display. Packed with helpful advice and stunning images, this one-on-one learning programme is a great resource for people who want to take photography more seriously. Learn about the different modes on bridge and system cameras (DSLR or mirrorless), and demystify digital photography jargon such as aperture, exposure, shutter speed, and depth-of-field. Product Information: ISBN: 9780241186091 Author: DK Publisher: DK Format: Hardback Pages: 360 Dimensions: 24.1 x 20.2 x 2.8cm

When Shigeru Miyamoto created "Jumpman" for his new platform game, Donkey Kong, it's highly unlikely that he realised he was creating the most recognisable gaming character of all time. That's exactly what happened though, and after a quick name change to Mario as well as a change in job professions, the mascot to end all mascots was born. Everyone remembers the first time they discovered the princess they were rescuing was in another castle, or their first encounter with Bowser. They remember the impact of witnessing a 3D Mario in Super Mario 64 or the time they teared across Rainbow Road in Super Mario Kart. There is no denying that Mario has had an incredible impact on the games industry. The Complete Book of Mario celebrates Nintendo's greatest star from Super Mario Bros to Super Mario Odyssey and every aspect of the popular character. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781912918164 • Author: Sona Books • Publisher: Sona Books • Format: Hardback • Pages: 128 • Dimensions: 25.86 x 20.78 x 1.27 cm

Phil Vickery's Diabetes Meal Planner gives anyone living with diabetes the tools to make the right choices and achieve a healthy, balanced lifestyle. The tempting dishes can be enjoyed by the whole family and range from Braised Aubergines with Spiced Butterbeans and Crispy Garlic to Five Vegetable Curry, Spring Braised Chicken with Little Gem, Peas and Beans, Banana, Oat and Peanut Cookie Balls and Plum Compote.  All of them are accompanied by nutritional analysis and traffic light labelling that reveals at a glance what you are eating, as well as useful tips about food groups and ingredients. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780857837783 • Author: Phil Vickery • Publisher: Kyle Books • Format: Hardback • Pages: 192 • Dimensions: 25 x 19.6 x 2.4cm