THE NEXT SENSATION FROM THE AUTHOR OFI WHO HAVE NEVER KNOWN MENThere’s a voice in Aline’s head: a voice that wants out.Brash, boisterous and sexually adventurous, this voice seems to be the antithesis of Aline, a prim literature professor for whom each day promises to be as quiet and conventional as the last.That is until, after thirty-five years of imprisonment, her alter ego breaks free.Taking on a life of his own, Orlanda – Aline’s second self – slips into the taut, rugged...
Robert Langdon returns in Dan Brown's brilliant new thriller, THE SECRET OF SECRETS, available for pre-order now.The bestselling continuation of global phenomenon THE DA VINCI CODE, featuring symbologist Robert Langdon.The Capitol Building, Washington DC: Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon believes he is here to give a lecture. He is wrong. Within minutes of his arrival, a shocking object is discovered. It is a gruesome invitation into an ancient world of hidden wisdom.When L...
Inspector Maigret is known for his infallible instinct, for getting at the truth no matter how complex the case, but when someone starts killing women on the streets of Montmartre, he finds himself confounded. In the sweltering Paris summer heat, with the city in a state of siege, Maigret hatches a plan to lure the murderer out.Translated by Siân Reynolds
Katie Brenner has the perfect life: a flat in London, a glamorous job, and a super-cool Instagram feed.OK, so the truth is that she rents a tiny room with no space for a wardrobe, has a hideous commute to a lowly admin job, and the life she shares on Instagram isn't really hers.But one day her dreams are bound to come true, aren't they?Until her not-so-perfect life comes crashing down when her mega-successful boss Demeter gives her the sack. All Katie's hopes are shattered. S...
Lift the flaps and join in the fun with Rod Campbell's classic, Dear Zoo, with bright, bold artwork and a whole host of favourite animals.'I wrote to the zoo to send me a pet . . .'Young children will love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent – a monkey, a lion and even an elephant! But will they ever manage to send the perfect pet?Rod Campbell's classic lift-the-flap book has been a firm favourite with toddlers and parents alike ever since it was first ...
The international bestseller. Our families shape who we are. From the circumstances of our conception and the family structure we are born into, to the expectations placed upon us and the love we receive, we are formed by our social and familial network.So if we want to truly know ourselves – to find out why we falter, to explain our anxieties, our repeated relationship patterns – we must look beyond our own lives and discover the secrets, unprocessed losses, and limiting bel...
'A truly original literary mystery . . .A humane work that really seeks to understand… Like the best really serious novels, it’s profoundly uncomfortable, avoids easy dramatic answers and forces you to really think and question – yourself as much as its own narrative' Luke Kennard, author ofThe Transition---S was a good person. Such a good person. They all told me that – so it had to be true.S is unique. It seems that most people think so – his mother, his sister, his best fr...
It is the late 1980s, the closing years of Thatcher’s Britain. For the Trainspotting crew, a new era is about to begin – a time for hope, for love, for raving.Leaving heroin behind and separated after a drug deal gone wrong, Renton, Sick Boy, Spud and Begbie each want to feel alive. They fill their days with sex and romance and trying to get ahead; they follow the call of the dance floor, with its promise of joy and redemption.Sick Boy starts an intense relationship with Aman...
The Jedi are reeling from Qui-Gon Jinn’s sudden death at the hands of a Sith. Jedi Master Mace Windu’s feelings about Qui-Gon have always been complicated, and have not been made any simpler in death. While they often disagreed, Mace valued Qui-Gon's unique perspective, and their shared dedication to the Force made them allies. Without Qui-Gon and his unorthodox views, Mace feels out of balance.While considering his fallen friend’s legacy, Mace is surprised to receive a final...
For as long as she can remember, Laudna has had a friend. A mentor. A little voice whispering in her cropped ear, promising that, no matter how monstrous she becomes or how far she wanders, there will always be someone to guide her.And so, Laudna is content.But the thought of more—of life, of love, of the magic stirring in her still veins—is unrelenting in its familiarity.More is the dream of a little girl trapped behind the bloodstained walls of Whitestone, and the nightmare...
Inspector Maigret’s wife has fallen ill during their seaside holiday at Les Sables-d’Olonne. When he visits her in the hospital, he receives a strange note instructing him to see a patient in another ward. Soon he finds himself unexpectedly drawn into a quest to find justice for a young girl – and confronting an evil that is hidden in plain sight.
I’ve lost it :(The only thing in the world I wasn’t supposed to lose. My engagement ring. It’s been in Magnus’s family for three generations. And now, the very same day his parents are coming, I’ve lost it. The very same day. Do not hyperventilate, Poppy.Stay positive!! :)A couple of glasses of bubbly with the girls and Poppy’s life has gone into meltdown. Not only has she lost her engagement ring, but in the panic that followed, she’s lost her phone too. When she spots an ab...
NO GREATER FRIENDEvan Smoak is the guy you want on your side. A former government black ops assassin, he'll be there for you in your darkest hour - and he'll rain hell and thunder on those who caused your pain.NO WORSE ENEMYA lone wolf operator, Evan can't afford to lose any of the few people he likes and trusts. But when Tommy Stojack, Evan's loyal, long-time gunsmith and armourer, betrays him, it's war.Because a good assassin keeps his friends close, but his weapons close...
Ponad 70 przepisów kulinarnych zainspirowanych „Baśniami braci Grimm”. Baśnie zamieszczone w zbiorze Grimmów są pełne zapadających w pamięć bohaterów, mrocznych scenerii, lekcji życiowych i… pysznego jedzenia. Ta książka gromadzi ponad 70 przepisów nawiązujących do opowieści, które Jacob i Wilhelm Grimmowie po raz pierwszy opublikowali na początku XIX wieku, a które do dziś fascynują czytelników. Od pożywnego śniadania roztropnego Jasia, czyli bekonu z cebulką z patelni, po w...
Shocking, seductive, sexy and scandalous' Chris Whitaker'Dark, twisty and deliciously sexy' Kia Abdullah ‘Utterly compulsive and the ultimate “what if”' Sabine DurrantA Sunday Times Style Hot Read for 2024 and one of Cosmopolitan's Best Books for 2024._________________________Whose life do you want?Elena and her partner Adam are house-sitting in Wimbledon and find themselves instantly seduced by their upscale surroundings and their enigmatic new neighbours Sophia and Finn.Whe...
'Prime Minister Churchill, the Witches of Britain are at your service . . .'1940, and war rages across Europe. The future looks bleak. But now, emerging from the shadows, the Royal Academy of Witches offers its help. And so it is tasked with finding an ancient artefact that, were it to fall into Nazi hands, would help Hitler fulfil his twisted Aryan dream . . .Stubborn, plain-spoken and from an unimpressive family, Lydia Polk never expected to be chosen to work under Isadora ...
Felicity has moved to London for three reasons: to improve her English, do a secretarial course and meet new friends.Then Oliver steps into her life, the most fascinating man she has ever met. A man who lives on a barge, and whose hobbies include mudlarking for hidden treasures along the river Thames.Soon Felicity finds herself captivated by him, mudlarking with alongside him all while pursuing her dreams of becoming an artist - she’s rapidly falling for him.But will Felicity...
Welcome to the party of the year.You’ve been invited to an exclusive, luxury event in Norway, hosted by a billionaire. Your moment has finally arrived. But you’re not going for the canapes and champagne. You’re going for revenge.Where anything is possible.You’ve spent months preparing for this moment. Because you know that beneath the host’s polished public persona, he’s a vicious killer who has murdered several innocent people, including your sister.Even murder...Then a gues...
W pobliżu Olesna zostają znalezione zwłoki Klary Rzędzińskiej, uważanej przez okolicznych mieszkańców za wiedźmę. Prowadzący śledztwo podkomisarz Jaworek prosi o pomoc przyjaciela, policjanta z Katowic, Radosława Konora, który na miejsce zbrodni przybywa razem z profilerką Anastazją Stec. Wkrótce okazuje się, że obecność funkcjonariuszki, bliźniaczo podobnej do denatki, nie jest przypadkowa. Mimo to zmagająca się z amnezją kobieta, nie ma pojęcia, kim jest ofiara. Rozpoczęte ...
Enter the House of the Beast…'As darkly whimsical as the most beloved fairy tales and soaked in gothic atmosphere. The gorgeous and evocative illustrations bring to life an unforgettably lush and hypnotically romantic story, framed in shadows and sharp edges' Ava Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in DrowningStep into the House of the Beast with this dark fantasy debut from The Legend of Korra graphic novel illustrator Michelle Wong – featuring illustration...
When she’s having sex with her boss, Iris likes to have the lights on so he can see how much younger she is than his wife. She likes watching her colleagues eat unhealthy lunches at their desk while her stomach aches with emptiness. She likes coasting at work knowing she’s going to land a big promotion anyway.So why when it arrives does she find herself sprawled on her hallway floor, crying uncontrollably? Why, instead of a sense of triumph, does a crippling depression threat...
Why does rain make chocolate more expensive? How does music make people spend more? Where does gold grow on trees? Who tried to sell the Eiffel tower? Find these answers to these questions and many more in this book full of money facts from around the world, from ancient coins to cryptocurrency.Each book in this best-selling, award-winning series presents 100 bite-sized topics, with bold, graphic illustrations and clear text. Perfect for dipping in and out of, and for sharing...
Annabel is in the thick of sandwich generation territory.Widowed for nearly a decade and bringing up two teenagers alone, she now faces the dilemma of what is best for her ageing mother.Her strong-willed sisters, Ginnie and Clarissa, have already mentally sold her mother’s London house, mentally spent the proceeds, but Annabel isn't sure what her mother will think of their plan. . .After a decade on her own, Annabel's children have also decided now is the time to act as match...
Książka jest dokumentem piśmienniczym, obszernym zazwyczaj zapisem wszelkiej ludzkiej myśli. Występuje w postaci wielostronicowej publikacji o określonej liczbie stron i trwałym charakterze.
Postać dzisiejszej książki drukowanej ma formę kodeksu będącego zbiorem kartek połączonych grzbietem. Taki sposób utrwalania zapisu w momencie upowszechnienia pergaminu zastąpił wcześniejszą formę dokumentu piśmienniczego, jakim był zwój.
Według definicji Słownika języka polskiego PWN książka jest złożonym oraz oprawionym arkuszem papieru zadrukowanym tekstem o charakterze literackim, użytkowym bądź naukowym. Jednak współcześnie definicja ta powinna zostać poszerzona o książki elektroniczne będące cyfrowym odpowiednikiem tych drukowanych. Do książek elektronicznych zaliczane są zarówno ebooki, jak i audiobooki. Treść utrwaloną w formie elektronicznej można odczytać za pomocą odpowiedniego oprogramowania na laptopach, tabletach, smartfonach, a przede wszystkim na przeznaczonych do tego celu czytnikach.
E-książki odgrywają bardzo dużą rolę. Podjęty jakiś czas temu proces digitalizacji książek umożliwia dostęp do światowych zasobów wiedzy znacznie większej liczbie osób. Zbiory ksiąg to niepodważalne światowe dziedzictwo kultury, jednak ze względu na ograniczoną możliwość szybkiego dostępu do przechowywanych w księgozbiorach publikacji, a także brak możliwości jakiegokolwiek dostępu do dzieł o znacznej wartości historycznej proces digitalizacji daje szansę na udostępnianie światowych dzieł szerokiej masie odbiorców.
Okładka to wszystko, co zostało od zewnątrz trwale złączone ze znajdującym się w środku wkładem. Składa się z przedniej i tylnej okładziny (potocznie zwanej okładką), a także z grzbietu okładki. To właśnie okładka definiuje i określa ostateczny wygląd książki, gdyż determinuje między innymi sposób, w jaki łączą się ze sobą wszystkie kartki i jaka jest wewnętrzna budowa książki. Oprawy mogą być miękkie, twarde czy też zintegrowane – różnią się przede wszystkim wielkością, wagą, wytrzymałością oraz ceną. Przykładowo książki w twardej oprawie są większe, cięższe, bardziej wytrzymałe i droższe od tych w miękkiej.