Santa Claus needs help in his workshop, so he advertises for applicants. But the mermaids get the toys wet and the wizards turn Santa into a frog. Just when things look desperate, the elves arrive to save the day, in this humorous peek behind the scenes at the North Pole.
Sam Sylvester is a teacher who wants his class to have ambition, and to do great things in life. So he enters them for a sporting competition against the rich students of Greycoats School. The team that he has chosen for the competition think Sam has gone crazy. \`Who, Sir? Me, Sir?\` says little Hoomey, his eyes round with horror. \`We\`ll never beat Greycoats,\` the others cry. \`Never in a million years!\` But you don\`t know what you can do - until you try ...
ISBN: 978-0-19-479136-6
Издательство:
Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: март 2011
How do you ever know the whole story? How do you ever know even part of the story? How do you find meaning when chance and coincidence could, just be chance and coincidence? Presenting connections and missed connections, this collection of stories is an inquiry into things ranging from flies and trees and books to sex, art, drunkenness, and love.
ISBN: 978-0-14-029680-8
Издательство:
Penguin Books
Дата выхода: июль 2011
Nicolas Creel, a super-rich arms dealer, decides that the best way to boost his business is to start a new cold war - and he won`t let anything or anyone get in his way. As international tensions rise and the superpowers line up against each other, the lives of three very different people will never be the same again. As intelligence agent Shaw, academic Anna Fischer and ambitious journalist Katie James are all drawn into Creel`s games. can anything stop the world from spiralling out of control? This terrifying global thriller delivers all the twists and turns. emotional drama, unforgettable characters and can`t-put-it-down pacing that Baldacci fans expect - and still goes beyond anything he`s written before. Формат: 11 см х...
ISBN: 978-0-330-45652-4
Издательство:
Picador USA
Дата выхода: февраль 2012
The new novel from Patrick Gale, author of Richard & Judy-bestseller Notes from an Exhibition. When forty-something Laura Lewis is obliged to abandon a life of stylish independence in Paris to care for her elderly mother in Winchester, it seems all romantic opportunities have gone up in smoke. Then she runs into Ben, the great love of her student days - and, as she only now dares admit, the emotional touchstone against which she has judged every man since. She`s cautious - and he`s married - but they can`t deny that feelings still exist between them. Are they brave enough to take the second chance at the lasting happiness that fate has offered them? Or will they be defeated by the need to do what seems to be the right thing? Taking its...
ISBN: 978-0-00-730601-5
Издательство:
Collins
Дата выхода: октябрь 2011
David Baldacci made a big splash on the literary scene with the publication of his first novel, ABSOLUTE POWER. A major motion picture adaptation followed, with Clint Eastwood as its director and star. In total, David has published 27 novels, all of which have been national and international bestsellers; several have been adapted for film and television. His novels have been translated into more than 45 languages and sold in more than 80 countries; over 110 million copies are in print worldwide. David has also published four novels for children. David received his Bachelor`s degree in political science from Virginia Commonwealth University and his law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, after which he practiced law in...
Who`s that flying over the treetops? Whoosh! It`s the witch and her cat and a very tall hat. Fly through the sky with the witch and her friends and bring the story to life with a specially-designed `whoosh` sound. Whoosh! Went the Witch is a fun and interactive introduction to one of the UK`s favourite story books, Room on the Broom from the superb partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Ever wondered how some people seem to have an opinion on every book ever published? Nowadays, there are so many books: how can anyone be well read anymore? Well, help is at hand. Let Henry Hitchings educate you in the invaluable skill of literary bluffing in this survivor`s guide to talking about books you haven`t read. With tips on how to bluff with confidence using quotable insights and invaluable trivia, Henry Hitchings covers all the great books you ought to have read but haven`t got round to yet. If you want to be able to hold your own in a debate about Stephen Hawking or Philip Roth or perhaps you find Shakespeare or Dostoevsky intimidating, then look no further. Including literary heavyweights such as Ulysses, Bleak House and War...
ISBN: 978-1-84854-019-4
Издательство:
Hodder & Stoughton
Дата выхода: август 2011
An A to Z of the most gruesome people who have ever lived! What do the following have in common? The Cross-Eyed Lambeth Poisoner, the Teenage Butcher, Juana the Mad and Ismail the Bloodthirsty? Answer: they are all horrors! People who have tortured, murdered, died in a revolting manner, or practise a particularly horrid habit. This book lists these and dozens more, each with its own Horror Rating, as well as their Horrible Deed, Horrible End and Specialist Skills. Read on and shudder.
We are not birds but we can fly. We like to sleep beneath a leaf high in the trees. What are we? Engaging riddles introduce key facts about each animal with more information in a glossary in the back. The perfect book for the inquisitive young naturalist! A member of the Society of Wildlife Artists and an illustrator for the London Zoo, Maggie Silver has illustrated several books for children, including Nature Hide & Seek: Woods & Forests. She lives in England.
Who can you find down on the farm?Based on Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks` bestselling picture books, What the Ladybird Heard and What the Ladybird Heard Next, children will love lifting the large flaps in this bright and cheery board book to find all their favourite characters. Lanky Len and Hefty Hugh have fallen into a heap of muck (yuk!) and the hairy hog is behind a haystack, but who could that be hiding behind a leaf? Might it be a certain ladybird ...Full of farmyard fun and with a gorgeously glittery cover, Who`s on the Farm? is sure to delight.
Marvin Kreitman lives for sex, or at least he lives for women. Charlie Merriweather, on the other hand, loves just the one woman, also called Charlie. Once a week, the two friends meet for a Chinese lunch, contriving never quite to have the conversation they would like to have - about fidelity and womanising, and which makes happier.
ISBN: 978-0-09-943737-6
Издательство:
Random House
Дата выхода: июль 2011
The naked body was lying in the tub. Not unusual for a proper bath, but highly irregular for murder - especially with a pair of gold pince-nez deliberately perched before the sightless eyes. What`s more, the face appeared to have been shaved after death. In this, his first murder case, Lord Peter untangles the mystery of the corpse in the bath.
If only you knew then what you know Imagine if you could go back ten years and meet your younger self - would you recognise her? What advice would you give? Wear sunscreen. Back away from those PVC trousers. Don`t give that idiot your phone number. Lemon juice won`t bleach your hair - it just attracts wasps. He`s The One - don`t let him get away. For Charlotte Merryweather, there`s no need to imagine. She`s about to find out for real. With some surprising Alexandra Potter`s deliciously enchanting romantic comedy looks at life, love and what might happen if you could turn back time.
ISBN: 978-0-340-95412-6
Издательство:
Hodder Education
Дата выхода: декабрь 2011
When a man plunges down a cliff, two adventurous young friends decide to find his killer…While playing an erratic round of golf, Bobby Jones slices his ball over the edge of a cliff. His ball is lost, but on the rocks below he finds the crumpled body of a dying man. With his final breath the man opens his eyes and says, `Why Didn`t They Ask Evans?`Haunted by these words, Bobby and his vivacious companion, Frankie, set out to solve a mystery that will bring them into mortal danger…
ISBN: 9780008196288
Издательство:
HarperCollins
Дата выхода: ноябрь 2022
"Why Is God Laughing?" tells the story of successful comedian Mickey Fellows and his friend Francisco as they explore how to overcome fear, egotism and addiction (which are the three major obstacles to joy) and become more optimistic. The final chapter highlights how to conquer these obstacles in our own lives and open the door to real joy and happiness. It spells out the lessons that Mickey`s story tells us: ten reasons to be optimistic, even in a challenging world. Rich with humour and practical advice, "Why Is God Laughing?" shows us there is always a reason to be grateful, that every possibility holds the promise of abundance, and that obstacles are simply opportunities in disguise.
Long-time word-detective and bestselling author of "Port Out", "Starboard Home", Michael Quinion brings us the answers to nearly two hundred of the most intriguing questions he`s been asked about language over the years. Sent to him by enquiring readers from all around the globe, Michael`s answers about the meanings and histories behind the quirky phrases, slang and language that we all use are set to delight, amuse and enlighten even the most hardened word-obsessive. Did you know that `Blighty` comes from an ancient Arabic word? Or that Liberace cried his way to the bank so many times people think he came up with the phrase? That `cloud nine` started out as `cloud seven` in the speakeasies of `30s America? And that the first person to...
ISBN: 978-0-14-103924-4
Издательство:
Penguin Group
Дата выхода: октябрь 2011
