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The Whalebone Theatre: The instant Sunday Times bestseller
by Joanna Quinn'A tour de force' Sarah Winman, author of Still LifeThis is the story of an old English manor house by the sea, with crumbling chimneys, draping ivy and a library full of dusty hardbacks. It's the story of the three children who grow up there, and the adventures they create for themselves while the grown-ups entertain endless party guests.This is the story of a whale that washes up on a beach, whose bones are claimed by a twelve-year-old girl with big ambitions and an even bigger imagination. An unwanted orphan who grows into an unmarriageable young woman, fiercely determined to do things differently.But as the children grow to adulthood, another story has been unfolding in the wings. And when the war finally takes centre stage, they find themselves cast, unrehearsed, into roles they never expected to play.They raised themselves on stories. Now it's time for them to write their own...'One of those big chunky stories that swallows you whole' The Times'Beautifully compulsive ... The Whalebone Theatre will feel like a much-loved book even if you're reading it for the first time' Red Magazine'Pure heaven, from first word to last' Sunday TimesInstant Sunday Times bestseller, September 2023
The Traitor Queen: From the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author of A Fate Inked in Blood (The Bridge Kingdom #2)
by Danielle L. JensenHER HUSBAND IS IMPRISONED. WHAT WILL SHE RISK TO SAVE HIM? . . . DISCOVER THE SPELLBINDING DARK FANTASY TIKTOK SENSATION'Do not walk to pick up this book. Run' JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT, bestselling author of FROM BLOOD AND ASH'The brilliant writing style, the pure angst and heartache; lust and longing - wow!' 5***** READER REVIEW'This book is EPIC. I'm in love with this series' 5***** READER REVIEW___________Lara has watched Ithicana be conquered by her own father.But when she learns her husband, Aren, has been captured in battle, Lara knows her father is only keeping him alive to lure in his traitorous daughter.Risking her life, Lara returns to free the Bridge Kingdom and its king.But her greatest adversary of all might be the very man she's trying to free.Now Lara must decide who she is fighting for: her kingdom, her husband, or herself . . .___________'So good I didn't want it to end. This book left me crying so hard' 5***** READER REVIEW'Absolutely phenomenal. These characters don't just jump out the page, they leap' 5***** READER REVIEWPRAISE FOR THE BRIDGE KINGDOM SERIES'Exquisite, phenomenal and sexy' Olivia Wildenstein, USA Today bestselling author of Feather'An epic, action-packed tale of love, revenge, and betrayal' Jennifer Estep, New York Times bestselling author of Kill the Queen'Heart-pounding romance and intense action wrapped in a spellbinding world. I was hooked from the first page!' Elise Kova, USA Today bestselling author of A Deal with the Elf KingPRAISE FOR DANIELLE L. JENSEN'Richly-woven, evocative and absolutely impossible to put down . . . I loved every word' Sarah J. Maas, bestselling author of A Court of Thorns and Roses'Stellar world-building and multidimensional characters' Kirkus 'Stunning world-building, a vivid cast of secondary characters, and a steamy slow-burn romance' Bookist
Beautiful Country: A Memoir of An Undocumented Childhood
by Qian Julie WangBBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK, OBAMA 2021 BOOK PICK and INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'Hunger was a constant, reliable friend in Mei Guo. She came second only to loneliness.' In China she was the daughter of professors. In Brooklyn her family is 'illegal.' Qian is just seven when she moves to America, the 'Beautiful Country', where she and her parents find that the roads of New York City are not paved with gold, but crushing fear and scarcity. Unable to speak English at first, Qian and her parents must work wherever they can to survive, all while she battles hunger and loneliness at school. Thus begins an extraordinary story that describes, in vivid colours, days labouring in sweatshops and sushi factories, nights scavenging the streets for furniture, and the terrifying moment when the family emerges from the shadows to seek emergency medical treatment for Qian's mother. Qian Julie Wang's memoir is an unforgettable account of what it means to live under the perpetual threat of deportation and the small joys and sheer determination that kept her family afloat in a new land. Told from a child's perspective, in a voice that is intimate, poignant and startlingly lyrical, Beautiful Country is the story of a girl who learns first to live - and then escape - an invisible life.'A powerful, gripping insight into the world of an undocumented migrant in New York . . . beautifully written, with vivid scenes that linger in the mind long after finishing it' Helena Merriman'A story that needs to be heard. Moving, beautiful, heartbreaking and even funny . . . I never wanted it to end' Philippa Perry'Deeply compelling . . . I was moved by the love and resilience of this family thrust into darkness. The book casts an urgent light on a reality that extends way beyond America's borders' Hisham Matar, author of A Month in Siena and The Return'Astonishing . . . In restrained but beautiful prose, Wang honours her family's sacrifices, but alerts us to the urgent realisation that they should not be necessary' Nesrine Malik
The Queen's Favourites: (The Stuart saga book 7): the enthralling story of the real power behind the throne from the undisputed Queen of British historical fiction (The Stuarts #7)
by Jean PlaidyIf you like Philippa Gregory, you will love this mesmerising historical novel from international multi-million copy bestseller Jean Plaidy. The Queen's Favourites follows the stories of the three women at the heart of the Stuart Court and the ever-changing power struggle that dominates their relationships with one another...'Jean Plaidy, by the skilful blending of superb storytelling and meticulous attention to authenticity of detail and depth of characterisation has become one of the country's most widely read novelists.' -- Sunday Times'Full-blooded, dramatic, exciting.' -- Observer'Outstanding' -- Vanity Fair'I was gripped from the first page' -- ***** Reader review'A riveting read' -- ***** Reader review'Great story - could not put it' -- ***** Reader review'Unputdownable!!' -- ***** Reader review**************************************************It is the beginning of the eighteenth century and William of Orange is dying. Soon Anne is crowned Queen, but court insiders know that the power behind the sovereign is Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough.Beautiful, outspoken Sarah controls Anne and believes herself to be invincible, until she installs her poor cousin Abigail Hill in court as royal chambermaid. Plain Abigail seems the least likely rival for Sarah's place in Anne's affections, but Sarah has underestimated her.While Anne engages in her private battles, the nation is obsessed with another, more public one: succession. Anne is sickly and childless, the last of the Stuart line. Who will reign when she is gone?
The Partner Plot
by Kristina ForestCOSY UP WITH KRISTINA FOREST'S NEW HEART-MELTING ROMANCE THE PARTNER PLOT . . .------Violet is a highly successful celebrity stylist but away from the red carpets, her life is in shambles.After a very public breakup she is determined to focus on her career, and nothing else.That is, until she sees Xavier Wright. High school sweetheart, and total heart throb.After she bumps into him on a birthday trip to Vegas they decide to join groups and celebrate together.But the next morning they wake up next to each other - With rings on their fingers.Does what happen in Vegas stay in Vegas? Or will they finally get what they’ve always wanted . . . each other.
Night Will Find You: The spine-tingling new thriller from the bestselling author of Black-Eyed Susans
by Julia HeaberlinTHE ATMOSPHERIC AND HAUNTING THRILLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE BESTSELLING BLACK-EYED SUSANS'Haunting, heartfelt, chilling and beautifully told' CHRIS WHITAKER---------------Three-year-old Lizzie Solomon vanishedfrom her Texas home eleven years ago.She was never found.Her mother remains in prison,still proclaiming her innocence.Now the police have called in Vivvy Bouchet.She's no detective, but the daughter of a psychic, and her own 'intuition' once saved a life'. Sceptic detective Jesse Sharp is also working the case. He doesn’t trust her gifts.Everyone is watching Vivvy.Some want her to succeed – others need her to fail.But Vivvy fears this case will drag her back into her past –and a darkness that might consume her . . .--------------*** Being developed as a TV series by FOX Network ***PRAISE FOR JULIA HEABERLIN'Tense, darkly atmospheric...takes your breath away' DAILY MAIL'Terrific, superbly paced' THE TIMES'Breathtakingly, heart-stoppingly brilliant' SOPHIE HANNAH'A thriller to make you remember why you love thrillers' OBSERVER
Walking In This World: The Practical Art of Creativity (Artist's Way Ser.)
by Julia Cameron'The queen of change' The New York TimesWalking in this World is a truly enlightening book in which artist and bestselling author Julia Cameron presents the next step in her life-changing method of discovering and recovering the creative self. Her revolutionary course has inspired generations of artists and creatives including Elizabeth Gilbert, Tim Ferriss and Reese Witherspoon. In this remarkable next book, Julia will show you how to build on the lessons learned in The Artist's Way and teach you how to inhabit this world with a sense of renewed creativity. Full of valuable new strategies and techniques for breaking through difficult creative ground, this is a profoundly inspired work by the leading authority on creativity.
Calling the Shots: My Autobiography
by Sue BarkerThe instant Sunday Times bestsellerShortlisted for the Autobiography of the Year at the British Sports Book Awards'A life of two wonderfully entertaining halves' Sunday TimesRewind to 1971, and Sue Barker's coach is sending his 15-year-old tennis protégée to a junior championship in France, alone, with a one-way ticket, telling her she'll have to win the money to pay for her return fare. Sue hides in the grounds of the hosting tennis club overnight, to avoid paying for a hotel. The next day, she walks onto court and smashes it. Five years later, and she's Britain's No 1.The same combination of grit, grace and talent took her to the top of live Sports TV. And now, after four decades on camera encouraging other legends to share their stories, she is telling her own.Going all in for her once-only autobiography, Sue takes us inside the showbizzy world of 70s and early 80s tennis. She reveals the battles she fought for hard-won success in two careers and gives us a ringside seat on the nation's biggest sporting dramas, and a fascinating insider's understanding of competitors under pressure.This is the remarkable life story of a tennis champion, an award-winning broadcaster who has brought sporting history into our living rooms for decades, and a trail-blazing woman who has always called the shots.
The Other Edie Trimmer: Discover the brand new Jacqueline Wilson story - perfect for fans of Hetty Feather
by Jacqueline Wilson'I seemed to be seeing double. I saw two Edies instead of one - but they weren't the same.' Edie is fascinated by Victorian times, and she's just desperate to be cast in the lead role of her drama club production of Oliver. When she's given a real Victorian notebook she's determined to write the best story ever, all about a girl in a workhouse. But when she starts writing, something strange happens.Edie finds herself in Victorian London. She feels the same, but everything around her is completely different to what she knows. Soon, she realises she's living the life of another Edie Trimmer - and is in danger of being sent to a real workhouse!Will she forget everything she knows about her other life - and will she ever be able to make it back to her family?A heart-warming time slip adventure about family and friendship from the much-loved, bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.
Crime and Punishment: A Play In Three Acts (Illustrated Classics Collection)
by Fyodor Dostoyevsky'Dostoyevsky's finest masterpiece' John BayleyDostoyevsky's great novel of damnation and redemption evokes a world where the lines between innocence and corruption, good and evil, blur. It tells the story of Raskolnikov, a destitute and desperate former student, who wanders through the slums of St Petersburg and commits a random murder without remorse or regret. He imagines himself to be beyond conventional moral laws. But as he embarks on a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a police investigator, Raskolnikov is pursued by the growing voice of his conscience and finds the noose of his own guilt tightening around his neck. Translated with an Introduction and notes by DAVID McDUFF
Longshot (Francis Thriller #29)
by Dick FrancisDiscover the classic mystery from Dick Francis, one of the greatest thriller writers of all time'Fast-paced, full of twists and turns, absolutely marvellous!' 5***** Reader Review'Dick Francis never fails to keep you in suspense . . . A cracking story as always' 5***** Reader Review______Life as a writer is colder, hungrier work than John Kendall had bargained for. Not even the survival guides he's written can help him.So when notorious racehorse trainer Tremayne Vickers approaches Kendall to write his biography, it's an offer the impoverished writer can't turn down. Moving into Vickers' country home, Kendall quickly becomes immersed in his host's lifestyle: riding racehorses, making friends, and getting to know the family.But then a local stable girl is found dead - and the party's over. A killer is lurking in the shadows.And Kendall's own survival tips are about to become more useful - and more deadly - than he could ever have imagined . . .Packed with intrigue and hair-raising suspense, Longshot is just one of the many blockbuster thrillers from legendary crime writer Dick Francis.Praise for Dick Francis:'As a jockey, Dick Francis was unbeatable when he got into his stride. The same is true of his crime writing' Daily Mirror'The narrative is brisk and gripping and the background researched with care . . . the entire story is a pleasure to relish' Scotsman'Dick Francis's fiction has a secret ingredient - his inimitable knack of grabbing the reader's attention on page one and holding it tight until the very end' Sunday Telegraph'A regular winner . . . as smooth, swift and lean as ever' Sunday Express'The master of suspense and intrigue' Country Life'Francis writing at his best' Evening Standard'Still the master' Racing Post
The Ugly Truth: An addictive and explosive thriller about the dark side of fame
by L.C. North'The Ugly Truth is fresh, compelling and searing in its exploration of the toxicity of social media and the reality of modern celebrity. Not to be missed!' Lisa Jewell, bestselling author of THE FAMILY UPSTAIRS'#FreeBritney meets The Appeal in this addictively unique thriller' Jack Jordan, bestselling author of Do No Harm_"I'm a prisoner. I'm not allowed to leave. There is someone watching me every minute of the day."Media superstar Melanie Lange has disappeared.Her father, billionaire business tycoon Sir Peter Lange, says she is a danger to herself and has been admitted to a private mental health clinic.Her ex-husband, Finn, and best friend, Nell, say she has been kidnapped. They are deeply concerned for her safety.The media will say whichever gets them the most views - no matter what the cost.But whose side are you on? And where is Melanie?_'A startling thriller with a sharp edge. Fast and compelling, it leaves you gasping for breath' Daily Mail'A whip-smart and ingenious thriller' Lesley Kara, bestselling author of The Rumour'Original, timely, thought-provoking' B. A. Paris, bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors'A compelling read that will make you look at headlines in a different way' GlamourReaders are obsessed with The Ugly Truth!'There are some books that quickly become an obsession. The Ugly Truth is one of those books''The Ugly Truth is a phenomenal thriller from start to finish. L.C. North really knows what she's doing''An absolutely spot-on portrayal of the harsh landscape that is modern-day fame and celebrity. As disturbing as it is thought-provoking' Told via interviews, transcripts and diary entries, The Ugly Truth is a shocking and addictive thriller about fame, power and the truth behind the headlines.
The Lost World: the sequel to Jurassic Park (Penguin Readers)
by Michael Crichton'Gripping' Sunday Express'Action-packed' New York Daily News'Another monster hit by a giant of a writer' The Daily Express'First-rate entertainment' The Spectator_____________________The bestselling sequel to Jurassic Park. Something has survived.Six years have passed since the secret disaster at Jurassic Park. In the years since the extraordinary dream of science and imagination came to a crashing end, the island has been indefinitely closed to the public, its park dismantled, the dinosaurs themselves destroyed.Or so it was thought. . . .But something has survived. And when a team led by maverick scientist Ian Malcolm enters the mysterious 'Site B' to investigate, they are determined that this, at last, will be the end of the dinosaurs._____________________Praise for The Lost World:'Harrowing thrills. . . fast-paced and engaging.' People'Fast and gripping.' The Washington Post'A very scary read.' Entertainment Weekly'An edge-of-the-seat tale.' St. Petersburg Times
The Burning: The gripping detective crime thriller from the bestselling author (Maeve Kerrigan Series #1)
by Jane Casey'Jane Casey's police procedurals go from strength to strength!' Sunday Times'If you have not read Jane Casey, start immediately' Marian Keyes'The most dangerously addictive series in crime fiction. . .' Erin Kelly________________________________A serial killer who wants to watch you burn. The media call him The Burning Man, a brutal murderer who has beaten four young women to death, before setting their bodies ablaze in secluded areas of London's parks. And now the fifth victim has been found.Maeve Kerrigan is an ambitious detective constable, keen to make her mark on the murder task force. Her male colleagues believe Maeve's empathy makes her weak, but the more she learns about the latest victim, Rebecca Haworth, from her grieving friends and family, the more determined Maeve becomes to bring her murderer to justice.But how do you catch a killer no one has ever seen? And when so much of the evidence they leave behind has gone up in smoke. . .?
For Valour: (Nick Stone Thriller 16) (Nick Stone #16)
by Andy McNab'Stone is a deceptively complex action hero' Mail on Sunday'Like his creator, the ex-SAS soldier turned über agent is unstoppable' Mail on Sunday'McNab's first-hand army experience shines through this pulsating adventure' Daily Express______________When SAS come under attack, there's only one man to call...When a young trooper is shot dead at the SAS's renowned Killing House, Nick Stone is uniquely qualified to investigate.Less than forty-eight hours later, he finds himself in the telescopic sights of an assassin bent on protecting a secret that could strike at the heart of the establishment - the establishment that Stone has, in his own maverick fashion, spent most of his life fighting to protect.Isolated and under perpetual threat, he is propelled across Europe in a desperate quest to uncover the truth behind a terrible chain of events that began with a young man haunted by the screams of his brutally murdered friend.DOWN TO THE WIRE, the latest Nick Stone thriller, is available now.
You Are The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread
by Samantha Renke'A powerful book on how to live boldly and love your fabulous self' Fearne CottonWe are made to think that what makes us human - our flaws, failures, and heartaches - are things to keep hush-hush. Being unapologetically imperfect is seen as something we should be embarrassed by. But what I've learned is that we all experience the same insecurities. We just aren't talking about it. Well, I'm here to break the silence.For starters, I have way too many nipple hairs. I prefer the company of my pets to other people. And repeatedly I question Am I normal? I was born with brittle bone condition and so far, I've broken my bones 200 times. But most of the hurdles I face don't come from my disability, they come from things we all experience.In this book, I will share the lessons I have learned and why you should embrace your uniqueness as what makes you fabulous. We spend a lot of time living by others' expectations and it's only when you stop, that you start saying yes to life. Irrespective of who you are and the obstacles you might face, you can do whatever you want. Be free and unapologetically you.
Black Cake: THE TOP 10 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND NEW DISNEY+ SERIES
by Charmaine WilkersonTHE INSTANT NO. 2 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERRead the gripping word-of-mouth sensation before you watch the major new series produced by Oprah Winfrey, coming soon to Disney+Everyone wants to discover what they're made of . . .**Featured on Barack Obama's Summer Reading List****A Grazia Instagram 'IT' book to watch out for**'A story as meaningful as it is delicious' TAYLOR JENKINS REID'A roiling soup of family secrets, big lies [and] great loves' NEW YORK TIMES'Special, beautifully written. Rich and intoxicating' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'Brilliant writing. A stunning book' PRIMA, 'BOOK OF THE MONTH'________Eleanor Bennett won't let her secrets die with her.When Eleanor's estranged children Benny and Byron reunite for her funeral, they receive an unexpected inheritance. First, a traditional Caribbean black cake, to remind them of their roots. Second, the story of a decades-old murder that shatters everything they thought they knew about their mother.But as Benny and Byron unravel their family's troubled past, will the truth push them further apart?Or will it reunite them and fulfil Eleanor's final wish?________'An extremely assured debut which pulls in threads and echoes from across the Caribbean diaspora to deliver a rich, complex and really satisfying novel' ALISON FINCH, BBC Radio 4'I was instantly taken in by this multi-generational tale of identity, family, and the lifelong push and pull of home.' MARY BETH KEANE, author of Ask Again, Yes'Heartfelt . . . explores the meaning of home and the family that define it' SUNDAY EXPRESS
No Fuss Vegan: Everyday Food for Everyone
by Roz Purcell'Packed full of enticing recipes to make plant-based your way of life' Madeleine ShawRoz Purcell is a firm believer that your body needs to be fuelled right - not only to get you through your day, or week - but to set you up for life.In No Fuss Vegan, Roz shows how to introduce more plant-based eating into your life.If you're in the mood for comfort (try Shepherd's Pie or Blueberry Crumble), freshness (how about a Tortilla Salad followed by Pineapple, Mint and Lime Sorbet) or something quick and easy (Pea Pesto Pasta and Almond Crunch Cups you have on standby) you're sure to find something that will become a favourite.Whether you're a committed vegan or just looking to cut down on meat and dairy, Roz will inspire you to experiment with her tasty and nourishing plant-based meals, snacks and desserts.Fuel Right = Fuel for Life'Perfect for anyone who is looking to try vegan cooking or just wants to introduce more vegetables into the diet through tasty, no-fuss meals' Easy Food
Legacy of Violence: A History of the British Empire
by Caroline ElkinsA NEW YORK TIMES, NEW STATESMAN, HISTORY TODAY AND BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE BOOK OF THE YEAR'Masterly... This book is dynamite' - ROBERT GILDEA, author of Empires of the Mind**Shortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize**A searing, landmark study of the British Empire that lays bare its pervasive use of violence throughout the twentieth century.Drawing on more than a decade of research on four continents, Caroline Elkins reveals the dark heart of Britain's Empire: a racialised, systemised doctrine of unrelenting violence, which it used to secure and maintain its interests across the globe.When Britain could no longer maintain control over that violence, it simply retreated - and sought to destroy the evidence. Legacy of Violence is a monumental achievement that explodes long-held myths and deserves the attention of anyone who seeks to understand empire's role in shaping the world today.'Not so much a history book as a book of historical significance' BBC History Magazine'Riveting' New Statesman 'Crucial...as unflinching as it is gripping, as carefully researched as it is urgently necessary' Jill Lepore, author of These Truths
Buddha Bowls
by Hannah PembertonDiscover the new, easy way to enjoy balanced vegetarian and vegan meals with Buddha Bowls. Just follow the very simple formula: Grain + Green + Protein (+ Zen!) for meals that are tasty, nourishing and easy to make. All recipes are vegetarian or vegan, and vegan swaps are provided throughout. Simple meals are created with inexpensive ingredients that you can easily find in your local supermarket. These recipes are designed to feed one, for easy week-night solo cooking, but can easily be doubled-up to feed a crowd. Tempting dishes take you through the day from Chia Pudding and Huevos Rancheros for breakfast, to Sweet Potato Falafel and Roasted Cauliflower and Chipotle for dinner. Protein-rich Recovery Bowls will get your strength back after a workout (or a few too many at the pub), and there are also healthy dishes inspired by your favourite take-away flavours as well as Dinner Party Bowls to share with friends. Learn how to build a perfectly balanced bowl and customize it with a host of fresh ingredients, dressings, toppings and sauces.Plant-based eating has never been so simple.
Lovestruck: The most fun rom com of 2023 – get ready for romance with a twist!
by Laura Jane Williams'An impossibly fun romance with an all-too relatable message, Lovestruck is the perfect escapist treat from one of the best romance writers out there' Lindsey KelkThis isn't one love story. It's two.Becca Calloway is calling it: she's ready for Mr Right, and she's ready now.She even goes as far as to hold a manifestation ceremony for him - and when she receives a text from her ex five minutes later, she knows it's a sign.The problem is, she doesn't know which way it's pointing...Should Becca reply and reignite things with her old flame Mike? Or delete and block, moving forward with the new man in her life?Becca has one choice, with two ways this could go. And in Lovestruck, you're about to see them both..._________________________PRAISE FOR LAURA JANE WILLIAMS'Laura Jane Williams combines sharp, relatable wit and bold, joyful sincerity' Dolly Alderton'A fresh, smart, modern rom com. It had me totally gripped!' Beth O'Leary'An absolute delight!' Emily Henry'Perceptive, funny and ultimately hopeful - the perfect tonic' Sophie Cousens'I can't remember the last time a book made me forget I had a phone. Pure escapist fiction!' Stacey Halls
History of the Russian Revolution: Volume 2 (Penguin Modern Classics)
by Leon Trotsky'The greatest history of an event I know' - C.L.R. JamesRegarded by many as among the most powerful works of history ever written, The History of the Russian Revolution offers an unparalleled account of one of the most pivotal and hotly debated events in world history. This book presents, from the perspective of one of its central actors, the profound liberating character of the early Russian Revolution.Originally published in three parts, Trotsky's masterpiece is collected here in a single volume. It is still the most vital and inspiring record of the Russian Revolution ever published.
The Truths We Hold: An American Journey
by Kamala HarrisRead the inspiring Sunday Times bestselling memoir from the first woman, and woman of colour, to serve as Vice President of the United States.'A life story that genuinely entrances' Los Angeles TimesThe daughter of immigrants and civil rights activists, Vice President Kamala Harris was raised in a California community that cared deeply about social justice. As she rose to prominence as a political leader, her experiences would become her guiding light as she grappled with an array of complex issues and learned to bring a voice to the voiceless.Now, in The Truths We Hold, Harris reckons with the big challenges we face together. Drawing on the hard-won wisdom and insight from her own career and the work of those who have most inspired her, she communicates a vision of shared struggle, shared purpose, and shared values as we confront the great work of our day.'Personal integrity shines through every page' Observer
Bluets: AS SEEN ON BBC2’S BETWEEN THE COVERS
by Maggie Nelson**AS SEEN ON BBC2's BETWEEN THE COVERS**A Guardian Book of the YearMaggie Nelson is one of the most electrifying writers at work in America today, among the sharpest and most supple thinkers of her generation - Olivia LaingBluets winds its way through depression, divinity, alcohol, and desire, visiting along the way with famous blue figures, including Joni Mitchell, Billie Holiday, Yves Klein, Leonard Cohen and Andy Warhol. While its narrator sets out to construct a sort of 'pillow book' about her lifelong obsession with the colour blue, she ends up facing down both the painful end of an affair and the grievous injury of a dear friend. The combination produces a raw, cerebral work devoted to the inextricability of pleasure and pain, and to the question of what role, if any, aesthetic beauty can play in times of great heartache or grief.Much like Roland Barthes's A Lover's Discourse, Bluets has passed between lovers in the ecstasy of new love, and been pressed into the hands of the heartbroken. Visceral, learned, and acutely lucid, Bluets is a slim feat of literary innovation and grace, never before published in the UK.
The Girl Who Escaped ISIS: Farida's Story
by Farida Khalaf Andrea C. HoffmannOur world as it once was In August 2014, Farida was, like any ordinary teenager, enjoying the last days of summer before her final year at school. However, her peaceful mountain village in northern Iraq was an ISIS target as their genocide against the Yazidi people began. The catastropheISIS murdered the men and boys in the village, including Farida's father and brother, and took the women hostage. Farida was one of them. She was held in a slave camp, in the homes of ISIS members and finally in a desert training camp. Continually she struggled, resisted and fought against her captors, showing unimaginable strength and bravery. This is my storyEventually, Farida managed to plot her escape and fled into the desert with five young girls in her care, but defeating ISIS was just the first step in her journey. In this book she tells her remarkable and inspiring story.