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Jump for Joy

by Karen Gray Ruelle

Kid seeks dog. Dog seeks kid. In this charming and imaginative tale of friendship, picture book readers will delight in what it means to have a furry best friend.For as long as she can remember, Joy has wanted a dog. It doesn&’t matter what kind: big, little, spotted, curly. She wants one so fiercely, she makes dogs out of snow, seashells, or whatever&’s at hand! However, none of the dogs Joy makes are quite what she yearns for. The seashell dog washes away, and the snow dog melts into a puddle. Little does Joy know that her perfect dog friend is just around the corner—wishing just as fiercely for a kid—and waiting to be discovered.Award-winning artist Hadley Hooper creates a world that is both timeless and magical as she weaves ink, paint, and collages made from vintage etchings together in a style that perfectly complements the classic feel of Jump for Joy. Readers will rejoice in this satisfying kid-meets-dog story, and will savor returning to this world again and again.Featured in New York Times' "Valentine&’s Day Children&’s Books That Won&’t Make You Cringe"

The Declutter Challenge: A Guided Journal for Getting your Home Organized in 30 Quick Steps

by Cassandra Aarssen

Fifty ways to make your home a sustainable and eco-friendly environment. Every decision you make, large and small, has an impact on the environment. This concise guide shows how you can make your daily impact planet-positive. With sections progressing from simple tips to deeper commitments, you can start with baby steps and move on to advanced eco-warrior! Discover dozens of inspired ideas that show how to: Reduce your waste Eat organic Keep toxins out of your home Compost leftover food Shop wisely, and much more

Draw Like an Artist: 100 Flowers and Plants

by Melissa Washburn

An invaluable visual reference for student artists, botanical illustrators, urban sketchers, and anyone seeking to improve their realistic drawing skills.This comprehensive book features 600-plus step-by-step sketches depicting a vast array of beautiful botanicals, florals, plant structures, and more. Each begins with simple shapes and lines and builds on those forms, adding details like flower centers, leaf veins, and petal shading, and ending with a finished drawing. Helpful drawing tips are also included.Draw Like an Artist: 100 Flowers and Plants shows flower blossoms, leaves, and plants from a variety of perspectives. By following the guides, artists will become more skilled and confident in their ability to draw any flower or greenery. Among the botanicals featured are:Tropical florals such as plumeria, protea, and African violetHanging and vine blooms, including wisteria and morning gloryBirch, white oak, gingko, and maple leavesPlants with interesting shapes, such as cactus, zebra grass, and bamboo

The 5 Minute Clean Routine: Tips and Tricks for a Happy Home

by Anna Louisa

'A cleaning guru' - Daily Mail'A cleaning bible of ingenious advice and practical guidance' - MirrorTake the stress out of your home cleaning routine with the easy-to-use guide and planner, featuring over 100 cleaning techniques, plus tried and tested hacks and list pages to tick off as you go! In The Five Minute Clean Routine, Anna Louisa (also known as @anna_louisa_at_home) shares her secrets to a fresh, shining home. Breaking down household cleaning tasks into 5-minute chunks, Anna Louisa shows how you can create a satisfying routine that works for you for every room - from kitchen to bathroom and everywhere in between. Written in Anna’s trademark warm style, this book is bursting with ideas to make both everyday and deep clean tasks totally hassle free, whether it's getting rid of grease from your air fryer, vanishing limescale in an instant or using store cupboard ingredients to keep your home smelling fresh. Including: Over 100 cleaning techniques for the homeTried and tested cleaning product combinationsPlanner pages and lists to tick off as you goThe Five Minute Clean Routine promises to show how your household and cleaning routines can become easy and efficient. __________________________________________________________________________Reader reviews'Highly recommend for anyone looking for quick and effective cleaning tips!''Lots of practical tips to keep on top of the housework and make it more manageable. It also looks beautiful on my coffee table!''Perfect to help with organizing your own cleaning routine''Makes cleaning a lot more enjoyable'

The Six-Minute Entrepreneur: The inspirational business book and Sunday Times bestseller from the Dragon’s Den star

by Sara Davies

The inspirational new business book and Sunday Times bestseller from the star of Dragons' Den, teaching you the lessons, habits, and strategies needed to start, run, and grow a business in just six minutes each week.‘Sara cuts through the noise to show that just six minutes is enough, if you have the drive, passion and consistency to achieve your dream’ Steven Bartlett, podcaster, entrepreneur and bestselling author of Diary of a CEOHave you ever wanted to start or grow your own business, but found that life keeps getting in the way?Sara Davies, founder of the global craft business Crafter’s Companion and star of Dragons' Den, is known for her no-nonsense, down-to-earth entrepreneurship. This book reveals her secrets to success in just six minutes a week.Filled with stories from Sara's own career, her 52 invaluable lessons span the year, teaching you everything you need to know to launch, run and grow your business.From developing ideas and finding mentors, to overcoming hurdles and mastering time management, her quick tips and hacks are balanced with deeper actions to practise over the coming week.No matter where you are on your entrepreneurial journey, you can turn your dream into reality, at a pace that works for you.

Celeste Express: The War of The Wurms (Celeste Express)

by Alexander Slater

In the kingdom of Galaxandria, Princess Celeste Starwing is in BIG trouble. After one bratty incident too many, her father decides she needs to learn a lesson – and so she’s packed off to the Intergalactic Post Office, and given a mission to whip it into shape. Otherwise it’s goodbye to being a princess forever – gulp!But Celeste and her new assistant, Podge, soon find they’re up against a more than just towering piles of unsent letters. Mysterious portal magic known as wurms are putting them out of business – and it looks like the wurms are more sinister than anyone could know. In fact, they might have something to do with Celeste’s mother, who she’s never known . . .Now it’s up to Celeste and Podge – and their adorable collection of Stardust Bunnies – to stop the wurms, uncover what happened to Celeste’s mother – and maybe save the galaxy while they’re at it.This out-of-this world story is stuffed full of incredible adventure, brilliant intergalactic worlds, and amazing cartoon-style artwork – perfect for fans of Super Mario Bros, Amelia Fang, Peanut Jones and Adventures on Trains.

Mansfield Park (First Impressions)

by Jane Austen

With a foreword by Krystal Marquis, author of The Davenports and The Davenports: More Than ThisWhen Fanny Price is taken in by wealthy relatives, she finds herself abused, overlooked and thoroughly unloved. Her only solace is her friendship with their youngest son, Edmund. But they are just friends. At least for now.Soon, the arrival of Henry and Mary Crawford sets off a flurry of matchmaking and Fanny must decide who she loves and how they might all end up living happily-ever-after.Fall head over heels for First Impressions, Penguin's boldly designed new Jane Austen collection for young-adult readers featuring the complete and unabridged texts. Full of meet-cutes, missed connections and drama, this eye-catching six-book series is an open invitation to embrace your inner romantic.

With Promises to Keep: The irresistible new historical novel in the bestselling Cliffehaven series (The Cliffehaven Series)

by Ellie Dean

The year of 1947 is almost upon them, and the community of Cliffehaven is still reeling from the tragic loss of Gracie, who left behind two young orphans.Polish refugee and nurse Danuta made Gracie a promise: to love and cherish her children as her own. But with her husband’s health failing, can Danuta’s promise be fulfilled?Then a bitter winter storm cuts the town off. Peggy Reilly and the rest of Cliffehaven must pull together to survive.Keeping a promise in the face of adversity is never easy. With the support of those around her, can Danuta find a way?__________________________READERS LOVE THE CLIFFEHAVEN SERIES:‘Fantastic… So heartfelt and… told in an easy manner, with real life and emotions throughout. Absolutely love.’‘Like tucking into your favorite comfort food, curling up by warm fire on a snowy evening. I… feel like these people are a part of my family… my “home away from home”.’‘Perfection!! I really feel like all the characters are my best friends… I just cannot wait for the next book!!’‘I've read all of the series. I just can't get enough of the tales of the people of Cliffehaven.’

Emma (First Impressions)

by Jane Austen

With a foreword by Tessa Bailey, author of It Happened One Summer and Hook, Line and SinkerSelf-appointed matchmaker Emma Woodhouse is convinced that she’ll never marry. ‘Handsome, clever and rich’, the headstrong Emma has lived a charmed life and has no need for love.But, when her meddling ends a friend’s relationship and upsets the romantic social order, Emma discovers that her actions have consequences – and that love might have been waiting for her all along.Fall head over heels for First Impressions, Penguin's boldly designed new Jane Austen collection for young-adult readers featuring the complete and unabridged texts. Full of meet-cutes, missed connections and drama, this eye-catching six-book series is an open invitation to embrace your inner romantic.

Tiny Dogs: The perfect chapter book for young readers (Tiny Dogs)

by Rose Lihou

Tiny dogs, big adventures!Meet the tiny dogs in the third chapter book from debut author-illustrator Rose Lihou, with full-colour illustrations throughout.'Ridiculously delightful' - Guardian It's Bea's birthday. She would be happy spending it playing in the garden with the tiny dogs, but her mum thinks they should have a party. Bea is excited and a little bit nervous. . .There is so much that could go wrong! Will everyone have a good time at her party? Will her granny put strange ingredients in her birthday cake? And what IF someone spots the tiny dogs? You're invited to Bea's birthday party! Can you help the tiny dogs make Bea's party the best birthday party ever? A colour chapter book series, perfect for readers moving on from picture books. Tiny Dogs: Bea's Secret FriendsTiny Dogs: The Lost School PetTiny Dogs: The Best Birthday Party

Breakthrough: What can we learn about the world and ourselves if we think like scientists?

by Camilla Pang

FROM THE AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF EXPLAINING HUMANS'A wondrous hymn to the scientific method, and some of its most profound discoveries, and what it can teach us all about how to live better and richer lives' Prof. Lewis Dartnell, author of BEING HUMAN: How our Biology shaped World HistoryA scientist’s journey from observation to discovery is anything but straightforward.It is littered with failure, unexpected diversions and joyous realizations. Science helps us to understand ourselves – but what we know about the world around us, what has already been explored and discovered, is only half of science’s story.Dr Camilla Pang will look at some of the biggest mysteries facing science today and how some of the best, most cutting-edge scientists can illuminate our own approaches to observation, hypothesis, exploration, troubleshooting and discovery in our own lives.

Swifter than Starlight: A Wilder than Midnight Story (Wilder Than Midnight)

by Cerrie Burnell

From celebrated children's author Cerrie Burnell comes a new, wonderfully inclusive, magical tale set in the whimsical world of Wilder than Midnight.Long ago, on a winter's eve, two sisters walked into a wolf-wild wood but only one returned. . .The Faraway Wood is full of twisting thorns and sharp teeth. Stirring with myth and music. It's the perfect place for bandits, thieves and secrets to hide.Until a prince goes missing.Lilac is a strong girl, happy with her found family, yet searching for her sister.Clover is a determined girl, eager to find what's been lost to her, though scared to leave her village.Hester is a smart girl, one step ahead of trouble, and ready for adventure.Together, they will unite the realm.Praise for Wilder than Midnight:'Guaranteed to bring beauty, magic and joy into the hearts of all who read it' - Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs'Pure fairytale magic with so many twists' - Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha and the Spirit Bird'[a] book about love and friendship and driving your own destiny in the face of prejudice. But mostly, it's a story of girls, glorious girls, in all their feisty, feminine brilliance' - Nizrana Farook, author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant

Tiny Dogs: Bea’s Secret Friends (Tiny Dogs)

by Rose Lihou

Tiny dogs, big adventures!Meet the tiny dogs in this first chapter book from debut author-illustrator Rose Lihou, with full-colour illustrations throughout.'Ridiculously delightful' - Guardian Bea and her mum are moving in with her grandparents, which will mean a new school, new friends, and big changes for Bea. . .All Bea can remember about Granny and Grandad's house is their big, beautiful garden with its colourful flowers and secret hide-and-seek spots, but when Bea and her mum arrive, the garden has grown sad and neglected.The wild garden feels like the perfect place for Bea to hide away from all the changes in her life, but when she hears a strange noise in the long grass, she can't quite believe what she finds. . .FOUR TINY DOGS, NO BIGGER THAN MICE!Follow the adventures of Bea and the tiny dogs as they become friends and work together to save the garden! A colour chapter book series, perfect for readers moving on from picture books. Tiny Dogs: Bea's Secret Friends Tiny Dogs: The Lost School PetTiny Dogs: The Best Birthday Party

Bakes and Wee Treats: 100 easy traditional Irish recipes you can make at home: THE INSTANT IRISH TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

by Jonny Murphy

THE INSTANT IRISH TIMES & SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThanks for stumbling across my wee book. I’m Jonny, aka The Hungry Hooker. I used to be a professional rugby player, but after an injury led to my retirement I jumped straight into my other passion, baking. It has totally changed my life and this book has all the recipes that have helped me find my way again. And they’re seriously delicious. If you enjoy baking without all the fuss, I’ve made this book for you. Jonny xWhatever your baking skill, you’ll find treats you can tackle in this cookbook. With over 100 recipes, discover something perfect for:Sunday morning brunchCelebrating a birthday or anniversaryTreating your colleaguesMaking with kids for the school fairOr simply; enjoying by yourself, with a cuppa.From traybakes and breads to cakes and buns, this is a book for bakers to fall in love with – from Jonny and his nanny’s kitchen to yours.Irish Times Bestseller March 2025Sunday Times Bestseller March 2025

Music Therapy Handbook

by Barbara L. Wheeler Michael Viega Andeline Dos Santos

Rich with case material, the second edition of this respected text has been thoroughly revised with many new contributing authors and 85% new material. The Handbook comprehensively explores music therapy theory, research, and practice. Chapters cover foundational concepts and therapeutic processes, major approaches to practice, and clinical applications with people of all ages. The second edition has a heightened focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and cultural humility. Expert contributors describe state-of-the-art practices for using music to foster clients' well-being and recovery in a broad range of mental health, medical, and community settings. New to This Edition Expanded coverage of working with marginalized communities, including racially minoritized, refugee, LGBTQIA+, and neurodiverse clients, and an increased emphasis on therapist reflexivity. Provides an integrated conceptual framework for understanding different music therapy approaches. First edition editor Barbara L. Wheeler is joined by Michael Viega and Andeline dos Santos, who bring fresh perspectives and a more international scope.

Pride and Prejudice (First Impressions)

by Jane Austen

With a foreword by Ali Hazelwood, author of The Love Hypothesis and Love, TheoreticallyElizabeth Bennet must get married – her family’s status depends on it. But she and Mr Darcy, her suitor, don’t exactly see eye to eye. He’s embarrassed her, she’s snubbed him. As a pair, they’re headed for disaster.In one of the world’s most enduring love stories, both would-be lovers must overcome their personal pride and social prejudices to allow their turbulent, but true, love to bloom.Fall head over heels for First Impressions, Penguin's boldly designed new Jane Austen collection for young-adult readers featuring the complete and unabridged texts. Full of meet-cutes, missed connections and drama, this eye-catching six-book series is an open invitation to embrace your inner romantic

Wolf King: Now a major Netflix animated series (Wereworld)

by Curtis Jobling

Soon to be a major Netflix animated series!'You're the last of the Werewolves, son. Don't fight it . . . conquer it.'Discover the epic fantasy adventure series as Drew Ferran learns he's the last of a long line of Werewolves - and rightful ruler of a land governed by Werelords.When the air is clear, Drew Ferran can pick up the scent of a predator.When the moon breaks through the clouds, a terrifying fever grips him.And when a vicious beast invades his home, his flesh tears, his fingers become claws, and Drew transforms . . .Can Drew battle the Werecreatures determined to destroy him and master the wolf within?Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, Wolf King is perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Skandar and the Unicorn Thief.'Epic' - Guardian'Unpredictable, exciting - hugely recommended' - Bookbag

Growing: A year of gardening wisdom with simple monthly projects

by Ramona Jones

Escape into Ramona's garden, find peace within these pages.A love letter, and gentle guide, to the power of nurturing – flora, fauna and yourself – in whatever outdoor space you have, be it a plot, patch or pot.Each season brings self-care lessons, glimmers of joy and growing opportunities. Spring is a time of reawakening, summer is a time of generosity, autumn brings transformation and winter invites us to slow down.With simple projects and garden jobs organised by month, this is a practical guide for new and established gardeners alike, framed by Ramona's diary-style reflections.-“Over the years, I’ve found solace in gardening, which has allowed me to discover who I truly am. If my mental health feels turbulent, the seasonal rhythm in the garden is a predictable and reassuring constant. Through this book I hope to help you nurture your personal journey through the act of gardening. If you have never gardened before and are feeling intimidated at the thought of getting started, this book will give you permission to begin.” Ramona Jones

Sense and Sensibility (First Impressions)

by Jane Austen

With a foreword by Hannah Grace, author of Icebreaker and WildfireLeft destitute after their father’s death, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood must navigate love, marriage and societal expectations to ensure their security and happiness. But romance isn’t easy, and soon Elinor finds her good sense tested by her charming brother-in-law, while Marianne’s romantic sensibility brings her nothing but heartbreak.To find happiness, both sisters will have to learn to balance sense and sensibility.Fall head over heels for First Impressions, Penguin's boldly designed new Jane Austen collection for young-adult readers featuring the complete and unabridged texts. Full of meet-cutes, missed connections and drama, this eye-catching six-book series is an open invitation to embrace your inner romantic

Six Poppies

by Lisa Carter

An achingly authentic and raw portrait of love, regret, and healing. This unforgettable journey of resilience and redemption will capture your heart and soul.‘Lisa Carter weaves an earth-shattering tale’ Woman's Own‘A heart-wrenching story’ WomanThis military romance is perfect for fans of Nicholas Sparks, Jojo Moyes, and Kristin Hannah.—Afghanistan, 2007. Carl meets Sarah, a nurse, at Camp Bastion and they feel an instant connection. But she’s the girlfriend of his fellow soldier, Danny, so he pledges to keep his distance.Finally back in England, Carl vows to never forget those who didn't make it home, honouring each of them with a tattoo of a poppy. While many miles away, Sarah tries to forget the man she swore to leave behind.But when Carl and Sarah are thrown back together, it’s clear that both of them are broken. But do the scars of what they went through run to deep, or is there a chance they can find happiness again, together . . .—Praise for Six Poppies‘A warm, emotional, roller-coaster of a read… I adored this sweepingly romantic debut’ Daily Mail

The Love Fix: Reclaiming Intimacy in a Disconnected World

by Rachel Thompson

AS SEEN IN THE GUARDIAN | 'Required reading for every person dating' Beth Ashley | 'Brilliant... has revolutionised conversations around love and modern dating ' Shahed Ezaydi | 'So well-researched and insightful' Radhika Sanghani | 'An important feminist voice and a spectacular writer' Sofie Hagen | 'The best sex and dating writer since Candace Bushnell Gigi EngleSwiping, situationships, love-bombing, ghosting, healing... Dating is hard. Why has making connections never felt so simple, yet keeping them has never been so complicated? Sex and dating journalist Rachel Thompson has spent the past decade investigating how we seduce, perceive and treat each other in our post-dating apps era. Written for all, but with particular care for marginalised communities, this book explores questions such as:Why are our odds of finding someone compatible 1 in 562? What does ‘the spark’ actually mean from a scientific perspective? How does technology warp our communication, standards and self-esteem? Why are we becoming more sensitive to rejection? What does real emotional availability look like?Weaving Thompson's personal anecdotes with expert research and interviews with real people, mental-health professionals and sociologists, this book is a rallying cry for radical intimacy and a key resource for protecting your wellbeing and establishing healthy communication and boundaries: paving the way for love beyond the algorithm.

The Doctor’s Kitchen: The Sunday Times Bestseller

by Dr Rupy Aujla

'A protein masterclass... Get this book in your life now.' - Chris EvansEating for health is finally exciting, with these nutritionally balanced recipes and time-saving health hacks you can be reassured your meal is good for you and rich with flavour.As a GP working in the NHS, Dr Rupy Aujla knows that the simple act of eating well every day is one of the most powerful forms of medicine. Cook from this book and you'll just know the food you're eating is helping you:Maintain protein for bone strength and longevitySupport gut health to help you think clearly and sleep betterLower inflammation to eliminate stressChampioning meat, dairy and plant-based protein these are simple and delicious recipes for every meal of the day including Miso Beans on Toasted Rye, Rupy's High-protein Rigatoni and Cumin Curry with Crispy Chicken.Backed by the latest scientific research on how to balance protein, fibre and nutrient-rich vegetables all signposted on the page, The Doctor's Kitchen: Healthy High Protein will help you build a meal plan that will suit your individual dietary needs and supercharge your metabolic, heart and brain health.

Northanger Abbey (First Impressions)

by Jane Austen

With a foreword by Lauren Asher, author of The Fine Print and Love RedesignedCraving adventure, seventeen-year-old Catherine Morland leaps at the opportunity to step into the dizzying world of British high society in the resort town of Bath.Adventure arrives in the form of handsome clergyman Henry Tilney, and the ominous promise of his family home: Northanger Abbey. But for romance to blossom, Catherine must find answers to her dark suspicious about the abbey and face that most terrifying of enemies: money-minded social climbers.Fall head over heels for First Impressions, Penguin's boldly designed new Jane Austen collection for young-adult readers featuring the complete and unabridged texts. Full of meet-cutes, missed connections and drama, this eye-catching six-book series is an open invitation to embrace your inner romantic

Tiny Dogs: The Lost School Pet (Tiny Dogs)

by Rose Lihou

Tiny dogs, big adventures!Meet the tiny dogs in the latest in this chapter book series from author-illustrator Rose Lihou, with full-colour illustrations throughout.'Ridiculously delightful' - GuardianThe big day has arrived. . . It's Bea's first day at her new school.She's nervous about starting a new school and making new friends but with the help of her tiny dog friends cheering her on, Bea's confidence blooms.She quickly learns how to make new friends and her first day at her brand-new school is a breeze, until Bamboo the class hamster goes missing and Bea was the last person to play with him. . .Join the FIND BAMBOO club and earn your Animal Hero badge with Bea and the tiny dogs as they work together to find Bamboo!A colour chapter book series, perfect for readers moving on from picture books. Tiny Dogs: Bea's Secret FriendsTiny Dogs: The Lost School PetTiny Dogs: The Best Birthday Party

Persuasion (First Impressions)

by Jane Austen

With a foreword by Alexis Hall, author of Boyfriend Material and A Lady for a DukeAnne and Captain Wentworth fell in love eight years ago. Although Anne broke off their engagement as her father wished, their flame flickers on, however dim.When they finally meet again, Wentworth has secured wealth and status to become an eligible option. But both Anne and Wentworth have their eyes on other people, and Anne must follow her heart to decide whether to start again or rekindle an old flame.Fall head over heels for First Impressions, Penguin's boldly designed new Jane Austen collection for young-adult readers featuring the complete and unabridged texts. Full of meet-cutes, missed connections and drama, this eye-catching six-book series is an open invitation to embrace your inner romantic

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