Anise Boy
A stirring memoir takes a novella approach to capturing memory, history, and a vivid home. It begins in 1946 with the Anise Boy just five years old, watching field workers plant anise seeds and reap the harvest in his Syrian village. His vision for life gradually opens, owing partly to the artistic flair of the Roma, called gypsies then, who travel from village to village to perform after harvest season. After several years of drought, the boy's father advises him to learn the tailoring profession in nearby Damascus while he makes sure to keep his nose in books as a last resort. Eventually, he works as a teenage tailor, in a workshop surrounded by dozens of girls his age. Immersed in this atmosphere, he can't help but compare the city girls to those who he's grown up with back home. His feelings bloom beyond what his mind imagined, and he quickly discovers love's potency. Through an entertaining and revealing journey, he finds that love itself is an eternal search.
Stories for Summer
Join a host of female writers in celebrating the sunshine months of the year. As a sister volume to Stories for Winter, this collection of 15 short stories takes its inspiration from the holiday season. Grab a copy as you head off to the beach or to lie by the pool and spend time with female protagonists as they navigate life during the hot summer days and long balmy evenings. In keeping with the spirit of the Women Writers series, the stories are penned by authors whose writing originally appeared in books and magazines in the twentieth century. Launched in 2020, the British Library Women Writers series is a curated collection of novels and anthologies by female authors who enjoyed broad, popular appeal in their day. In a century during which the role of women in society changed radically, their fictional heroines highlight women's experience of life inside and outside the home through the decades in these rich, insightful and evocative stories.
Carmela & Dodo
Step into the magical world of Carmela, a curious little girl with big dreams, wild giggles, and a cuddly toy lemur, named Dodo, who's always by her side! Whether she's sailing on spaghetti seas, giving her mom a "makeup makeover," or chasing the mysteriously missing Dodo through her dreams. Every page bursts with laughter, love, and a touch of Italian charm from her beloved Nonna Carmela. This heartwarming collection of short adventures celebrates childhood imagination, the bond between mothers and daughters, and the cozy chaos of bedtime storytelling. Perfect for: Ages 0-6 bedtime storiesEarly readers & shared readingFamilies who love fun, heart, and a sprinkle of mischief
Scientific perspectives on wildfire risk management at the property scale of WUI
A Touch of Magic at the Comfort Food Caf矇
It's autumn at the Comfort Food Caf矇 and the leaves are golden, the lattes are spiced and love might just be brewing for one new resident... 🍁🎃🍁🎃🍁 Reclusive author Sarah is seeking refuge in the quiet village of Budbury, and the last thing she needs is a fake boyfriend. Except that's exactly what she gets - and the fake boyfriend just happens to be gorgeous, rugged Aidan, complete with an easy charm and an old soul that makes him seem like he's just stepped straight out of the pages of a novel. Using him to keep her nosy family at bay, he's happy to do her a favour in return for help with his rather unusual dog-sitting predicament. But nothing in Budbury stays pretend for long. Especially not when there's a hint of autumn magic in the air, with a sprinkle of Halloween mischief. Full of heart, humour and a touch of spooky charm, this is the perfect cosy read for autumn nights. 🍁🎃🍁🎃🍁 Readers love The Comfort Food Caf矇 series! 'Oh how I wish the Comfort Food Cafe was real!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I felt like I was returning home to friends who I hadn't seen in a long while...warm hearted and just plain lovely' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a wonderful return to the Comfort Food Cafe...had me smiling from start to finish'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A sheer delight' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I'm sure you'll fall in love with the cafe and all its regulars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Thanks, Debbie, for many hours of gorgeous escapism!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Beautifully written, with characters that just jump off the page, this is a gem of a book that I can't recommend enough.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I can't tell you how much I loved this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'If only real life was like this, it would be amazing' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I didn't want to put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The absolute worst part of a Debbie Johnson book is turning over the last page and there is nothing more to read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Just brilliant!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved loved loved it!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Game of Thrones: House Lannister Deluxe Stationery Set
In the land of Westeros, a timely message dispatched via raven can make the difference between winning a battle and losing your kingdom. This deluxe stationery set, themed to avaricious house Lannister provides all the items you will need to communicate with friends, bannermen, and faraway Maesters.* House Lannister is just one of three available sets--the series also includes House Targaryen, and House Stark. Each set includes a 192-page ruled journal plus these exclusive items: -Wax stamp featuring House sigil -Two wax sticks -Paperweight shaped like House sigil -Twenty envelopes featuring House sigil -Twenty pieces of writing paper featuring House sigil -Keepsake box Taking fans even further into the world of HBO's Game of Thrones, these stationery kits are a must-have for fans and anybody who needs to stay one step ahead of rival Houses! *Ravens not included. Official HBO Licensed Product (c) 2015 Home Box Office, Inc. All Rights Reserved. HBO and related trademarks are the property of Home Box Office, Inc.
Wish You Were Here
The next volume in Hans Ulrich Obrist's celebrated Post-it notes series, with notes handwritten by world-leading figures in arts and culture, from Amy Sherald to John WatersIn this ongoing and open-ended project, famed Swiss art curator and critic Hans Ulrich Obrist collects an abundance of dreams, drawings, musings, thoughts for the day, jokes, quotations, questions, answers, poems and puns from some of the world's greatest contemporary artists. Obrist shares these notes with his Instagram followers, combining the slow composition of the written note and the velocity of the Instagram post, in an endeavor to revive the art of handwriting from within an ever-advancing digital age.Following the success of the first volume, Remember to Dream! (2023), this book gathers 111 such notes from 111 artists and cultural figures into an accessible and playful format. Wish You Were Here was designed by award-winning designer Irma Boom, who interprets each handwritten note to capture the character of its author with her ingenious and original typography.Contributors include: Nairy Baghramian, Matthew Barney, Alvaro Barrington, Georg Baselitz, Mark Bradford, Cecily Brown, H矇l癡ne Cixous, Samuel R. Delany, Liz Diller, Jim Dine, Kim Gordon, Antony Gormley, Jon Gray, Katharina Grosse, Sheila Hicks, Lubaina Himid, Ho Tzu Nyen, Cristina Iglesias, Anne Imhof, Kamala Ibrahim Ishaq, Isaac Julien, Alex Katz, KAWS, Francis K矇r矇, Kid Cudi, Jeff Koons, Suzanne Lacy, June Leaf, Glenn Ligon, Maya Lin, Takesada Matsutani, Julie Mehretu, Tyler Mitchell, Sarah Morris, Oscar Murillo, Minoru Nomata, Alice Notley, Piet Oudolf, Amol K Patil, Solange Pessoa, Michelangelo Pistoletto, Caroline Polachek, Hassan Sharif, Amy Sherald, Paul Stamets, Tilda Swinton, Juergen Teller, Rosemarie Trockel, Jimmy Wales, John Waters.
Life According to Country Music Legends (& You, Darlin')
More / Less
List-make (or draw, or doodle!) your way to your ideal existence with a fresh, no-pressure approach to goal setting. Deciding what you want MORE or LESS of in your life is a creative and easy way to figure yourself (and your shizz) out. From the creative brain of artist and New York Times columnist Julia Rothman, this fun, low-key journal helps you clarify what you'd like to invite (and un-invite) into your life. With topics like relationships, food, and travel + many, many more, you'll find yourself listing your way to a fulfilling and more intentional life in no time. This beautifully illustrated journal created with list-makers, creative types, and journal lovers in mind. Julia Rothman brings her artistic talent and witty writing to Em & Friends with a fresh guided journal and new cards. This best self journal makes a great alternative to a traditional gratitude journal, and is a wonderful list notebook / journal. Julia Rothman books are beloved, and this new journal will be no exception.6.5 x 8.5 inches, 112 pagesHeavy-weight cardstock cover with exposed wire-o binding + rounded corners
This Week in My Magical Existence
Make each week a little more magic with this good-looking, whimsical undated planner. It's got 60 inspiring original quotes from magical beings (aka artists, writers, musicians, historical icons, etc.), fancy gold foil, plus a handy tear-&-go area for to-do lists and such. Because tracking plans on actual paper really does help make it all happen on the daily. Poof, ta-dah! Productivity & inspo for a whole year! This fab, uplifting desktop planner pad makes adulting like 86% more doable-ish Your daily/weekly agenda just got way more manageable--not to mention pretty! File under: chic weekly to-do planner, unique office supplies, motivational notepads, fun office gifts, awesome desk accessories, pretty planners 60 sheets, 11 x 8.5 inches, foil stamping + perforation on each page
My Sleep Routine Guided Weekly Tracker & Zzz Habit-Builder
Literally Can't Even Mini Inner-Truth Journal (Pastel Version)
I'm Kind of Awesome Mini Inner-Truth Journal (Pastel Version)
It's Gonna Be Okay Mini Inner-Truth Journal (Pastel Version)
I Need a Freakin' Nap Mini Inner-Truth Journal (Pastel Version)
Medieval Women
Beautifully illustrated, large format volume accompanies the British Library's major Autumn 2024 exhibition Through a selection of detailed expert essays and some 40 spotlight studies, Medieval Women reveals a rich and complex picture of their world, full of colourful characters and intriguing stories Showcases star items from the British Library and major European collections This beautifully illustrated, large format volume accompanies the British Library's major Autumn exhibition which seeks to recover women's voices, visions and experiences in Britain and Europe from around 1100 to 1500. Women of this period, whether as authors, artists, scribes, patrons, readers, wives, mothers, daughters, leaders, workers, makers, traders and more, tell their histories through their own words and reveal them through their own images, artworks and documents. Through a selection of detailed expert essays and some 40 spotlight studies, Medieval Women reveals a rich and complex picture of their world, full of colourful characters and intriguing stories from famous personalities such as Christine de Pizan, Joan of Arc and Julian of Norwich, to lesser-known figures such as Sibilla von Bondorff, Clemence of Barking and Margaret Paston. Both the exhibition, and this accompanying book, will showcase star items from the British Library and major European collections as well as bringing to light little-known, deeply resonant, and highly personal, gems and keepsakes from this fascinating era.
Dead Poets Sorority
He's handsome, funny, and a real Romantic. Unfortunately, he's dead. Forced proximity Only-one-bed Time slip romance Age gap romance... kind of Spice He falls first, and harder HEA guaranteed When student journalist Emma goes undercover to investigate a secret society resurrecting long-dead literary icons, she expects to discover nothing more than a group of college girls with Ouija boards. What she doesn't expect is to accidentally summon the spirit of never-quite-famous poet, Nathaniel Harker.Now, Emma's got a brooding, besotted nineteenth-century poet following her around. But whilst initially determined to write the article of a lifetime, she quickly discovers that the lure of her very own love-struck tortured poet is hard to resist...However, as they fall for each other, Emma realizes the sorority sisters are onto her ghostly secret. It's up to her to keep her poet safe no matter what the cost--but will protecting Nathaniel also mean losing him forever? Wednesday meets Mean Girls in this quirky, gothic, dark academia spooky romance.
Galentine's Day
'If I could give this 6 stars, I would' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader reviewThirteen years. Three women. One annual sleepover.13 February 2013. Alicia, Marnie and Hannah have their first Galentine's Day sleepover. They're eighteen, single, and the world is at their feet. Soon they'll go their separate ways after college, but they promise that every year, they'll have their sleepover.13 February 2026. There are only two friends at the annual sleepover. Their friendships have been tested by life, by partying, breakdowns, and even by pregnancies. Are their best Galentine's Days now behind them? Galentine's Day is a love letter to female friendship, that celebrates messiness, real relationships, and growing up together. Readers are falling in love with this book! 'This is a book that will stay with me for years to come' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A perfect feel-good read that sparkles with authenticity and heart' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Perfectly captures the humor, challenges and joys of long-lasting female friendships' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Real, raw and relevant' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A truly touching book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I couldn't put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Arctic Passages
Almost two centuries after British explorer Sir John Franklin and his men died amid paralyzing cold and ice in pursuit of the mythical Northwest Passage, the Arctic--in response to temperatures greater than at any time in the last ten thousand years--is melting at an alarming pace. Instead of heeding this clear sign that the world must reduce greenhouse gas emissions to prevent runaway warming, countries such as the United States, Russia, China, and Canada are instead racing to control newly ice-free waters and the riches in the seabed below. But by choosing short-term self-interest over cooperative action, they may be condemning the world to an uninhabitable future. Uniquely among books on climate change and the Arctic, Arctic Passages ties together past, present, and future, showing how historical fancies of a navigable Arctic are becoming future realities. In fast-paced storytelling packed with surprising revelations, journalist Kieran Mulvaney argues that today's emerging geopolitical rivalries have roots in earlier waves of exploration and that the future prospect of a developed Arctic, with navigable passages to equal the Suez and Panama Canals, is drowning out the real impacts of warming on Arctic peoples, wildlife, and ecosystems. Mulvaney reminds us that while we go about our lives, climate change is unspooling slowly but insidiously, spawning extreme weather events that will be increasingly difficult to ignore. He asks: if governments shrug their shoulders at the five-alarm fire at the top of the world, what is the likelihood they'll respond to the emerging climate crises across the rest of the planet? Arctic Passages speaks to those fascinated by the potent intertwining of environmental and geopolitical issues. Ultimately, the fate of the Arctic will not be decided in the Arctic, but by the rest of the world and how it decides to take action--if it's not too late.
When Sally Killed Harry
'Dark and funny' Jackie Kabler, author of The Murder List'Deliciously dark and hilariously witty' Sunday Post 'A razor-sharp revenge thriller with bite, brains and a body count' The Observer Say hello to Sally. ​This is the story of how I killed Harry Collins. Destined to be the great love of my life - until one day I wake up in the Big Apple with the world's worst hangover, an empty bank account, and the sinking feeling that my life just nosedived. How it happened is a blur, but one thing is clear: I've been swindled and I'm not happy about it.​​She's the woman of your dreams.​And it's all thanks to Harry - a total dreamboat and a devil in disguise. He's got charm, secrets, and a smile that screams trouble. Little did I know, Harry's not just a pretty face - he's a liar and conman.​ Or is she your worst nightmare?​​When I discover I'm not the only victim, I decide it's only right I take my revenge. And with a group of wronged women behind me, murder isn't on the agenda yet because Harry's in for a nightmare and I'm only just getting started...​ ​A wicked, whip-smart revenge thriller, perfect for fans of Katy Brent, Bella Mackie and anyone who wants to take their revenge on The Tinder Swindler or Sweet Bobby.​ Readers LOVE When Sally Killed Harry! 'Darkly funny' i News'Witty and sharp' Bella'Everything a romcom gone wrong should be' BookTrib'Sharp, brilliantly written, addictive' Cosy Moose'Incredibly pacy, funny, oh-so-dark, devious and dare I say, relatable... I loved everything about it!' Noelle Holton, author of His Truth Her Truth'Wow! I loved it. Devoured it in two days. It was dark, delicious and deadly.' Louise Swanson, author of End of Story'I couldn't put it down ... I'll have what Lucy Roth is having' L.M. Chilton, author of Don't Swipe Right'A bold and clever coming-of-rage story that gives a razor sharp twist on the classic romcom' Victoria Hawthorne, author of The Darkest Night'The characters leapt off the page, their back stories were compelling and drove the story well. The Sally and Harry names riff was also good fun.' Kay Wilson, author of The Stand-Up Mam'Whip-smart characters and a compelling story' Lucy Vine, author of Date with Destiny'Found family, found salvation and found mission - plus a few surprises along the way. And yep, you will root for all of them.' Reader review'Sally is a compelling anti-heroine who reminds me of Jason Dean - Christian Slater's character from Heathers. She's unhinged... and watching her unravel is part of the glee.' Reader review'A darkly funny and unhinged wish fulfilment tale about women pushed to the edge to get justice in a patriarchal society.' Reader review'If you're looking for a rom-com that's anything but conventional When Sally Killed Harrywill have you laughing, gasping and rooting for Sally and her crew every step of the way.' Reader review'Sardonic and sharply written... a fun, fast-paced read' Reader review'A bold, unapologetic and raw exploration of frustration, fury, and the simmering rage women feel when the world constantly asks them to tiptoe around their own pain' Reader review'Hilariously witty, sharp and unfiltered' Reader review'A book that tackles toxic masculinity head-on, not with kid gloves, but with a sledgehammer' Reader review'It's about amplifying the voices that have been silenced and empowering women to claim their space, their stories and their anger.' Reader review
