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Title: The Bullet That Missed, Author: Richard Osman, Publication Year: 2023-05-11, Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd (UK), Language: eng

A Cinderella-inspired, slow-burn historical romance with a paranormal twist set in Taisho-era Japan! A browbeaten and mistreated daughter is cast out of her home and sent to audition as a bridal candidate for the heir to one of the most powerful families in the land... For failing to inherit the boon of unusual power that is the Saimori birthright and bringing shame to the family name, mistreated Miyo is cast out to become another's problem. Sent to the Kudo clan--itself preternaturally powerful--as a potential bride for its heir, Kiyoka, Miyo is surprised to experience kindness for the first time in her thus far sad life. Though the rumors make him out to be cold and haughty, Kiyoka Kudo quickly warms up to the Saimoris' eldest daughter. Intrigued by the girl who stands worlds apart from the spoiled, social-climbing women who usually vie for his hand, Kiyoka soon comes to regard Miyo with affection. Just as Miyo believes she may have found happiness at last, her jealous half sister, Kaya, kidnaps her and locks her in a cellar. Kaya's eyes are red with rage as she declares her intention to dissolve Miyo's engagement to Kiyoka and replace Miyo as his fianéce herself! Will Kiyoka's supernatural abilities deliver her from Kaya's clutches in time?

"Cruel tyrant Taxian-jun killed his way to the throne and now reigns as the first ever emperor of the mortal realm. Yet somehow, he is unsatisfied. Left cold and bereft, abandoned by all he held dear, he takes his own life...only to be reborn anew. Awakening in the body of his younger self-Mo Ran, a disciple of the cultivation sect Sisheng Peak-he discovers the chance to relive his life. This time, he vows to attain the gratification that once eluded him: all who defied him will fall, and never again will they treat him like a dog. His greatest fury is reserved for Chu Wanning, the coldly beautiful and aloofly catlike cultivation teacher who betrayed and thwarted Mo Ran time and again in their last life. Yet as Mo Ran shamelessly pursues his own goals in this life he thought lost, he begins to wonder if there might be more to his teacher-and his own feelings-than he ever realized."--

Alpha the android takes a short vacation from the cafe and travels to Musashino to shop and visit with her new friend, Kokone. At the shore, Takahiro searches for the Osprey, and Makki meets her for the first time. The sun goes down and another childhood day falls away forever. Chapters 25-52 of this beloved manga classic are collected here in English for the first time.

Introducing 'Book of Earth' by the talented author Heidi Gustafson. This masterpiece, published by Abrams & Chronicle Books in 2023, takes you on a journey unlike any other. The genre of this book is not just a category, it's a promise of the adventure that awaits within its pages. Heidi Gustafson has crafted a world that is as fascinating as it is compelling. The 'Book of Earth' is not just a book, it's a gateway to a world crafted with exquisite detail and compelling narratives. This book is a testament to Heidi Gustafson's storytelling prowess and her ability to transport readers into the world she's created. Published by Abrams & Chronicle Books, a name synonymous with quality literature, the 'Book of Earth' is a must-read for anyone looking for a captivating read. If you're a fan of immersive storytelling and unique narratives, the 'Book of Earth' by Heidi Gustafson is a book you can't afford to miss.

Colours of Film is a captivating book by Charles Bramesco, a renowned author in the literary world. Published by QUARTO in 2023, this book delves into the intricate relationship between cinema and color. Bramesco, with his eloquent writing style, explores how filmmakers use color to evoke emotions, tell stories, and bring their visions to life. The genre of this book can be best described as a blend of Film Studies and Visual Arts, offering a unique perspective on the use of color in films. This book is a must-read for movie enthusiasts, film students, and anyone with an interest in visual storytelling. Published by the esteemed QUARTO, Colours of Film is a testament to Bramesco's deep understanding and love for cinema. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of film and discover the magic of color with Colours of Film.

What does it mean to be intelligent? Is it something unique to humans - or do we share it with other beings? Recent years have seen rapid advances in 'artificial' intelligence, which increasingly appears to be something stranger than we ever imagined. At the same time, we are becoming more aware of the other intelligences which have been with us all along, unrecognized. These other beings are the animals, plants, and natural systems that surround us, and are slowly revealing their complexity and knowledge - just as the new technologies we've built are threatening to cause their extinction, and ours. In Ways of Being, writer and artist James Bridle considers the fascinating, uncanny and multiple ways of existing on earth. What can we learn from these other forms of intelligence and personhood, and how can we change our societies to live more equitably with one another and the non-human world? From Greek oracles to octopuses, forests to satellites, Bridle tells a radical new story about ecology, technology and intelligence. We must, they argue, expand our definition of these terms to build a meaningful and free relationship with the non-human, one based on solidarity and cognitive diversity. We have so much to learn, and many worlds to gain.

THE BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE TIKTOK FANTASY SENSATION THAT'S SOLD OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES, PERFECT FOR FANS OF SARAH J. MAAS AND JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT____'It scares me - what I did that night. Because I don't know my own power... But that's been the problem all along, hasn't it?'My life has been shaped and controlled by the greed of others, but that ends now.I have burned down the court of King Midas and from those flames, I will rise and wield my own power.The problem is, when you turn against a King - everyone turns against you.But with Slade by my side we will fight the monarchs that come for us.And if we need to become the villains, then so be it.Because as long as I live in this world, I won't be used again.I must be strong. I must be undefeatable. I will shine like the sun - and blind our enemies . . .___'Sexy and touching all at the same time . . . and that plot twist, OMG' 5***** Reader Review'Read this series NOW! I felt like I was in the story watching and holding my breath the entire time' 5***** Reader Review'A spectacularly written, engaging, imaginative retelling of the ancient myth of King Midas' 5***** Reader Review'I literally devoured this book in one sitting' 5***** Reader Review

From the blockbuster bestselling author THE SPANISH LOVE DECEPTION, a new rom-com about a disgraced soccer exec who agrees to coach her local team and must enlist the help of the retired soccer star she cannot stand for fans of The Hating Game and Ted Lasso.

&b>A thrilling far-future space adventure from this Arthur C. Clarke award-winning author. If you loved &i>Children of Time&/i>, this will be the perfect next read.&/b>

"A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker in this manga. In the face of Team V, Team Z has managed to catch up 3-3 with fifteen minutes remaining. Amid this tense environment, all the players seek their "awakening" that will take their skills to the next level... Will they manage to beat Team V and qualify for the next selection--or will they be stuck on the playing field with nowhere to go?"--Publisher marketing.

"An illustrated guide to embracing your inner ogre and living your truth, mud, farts, and all"--

"Create delicious dishes from My Neighbor Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle, and more with this cookbook inspired by the stunning worlds of Studio Ghibli! Whether they offer a moment of family bonding, comfort in difficult situations, or pesky temptations, the kitchen scenes are always of central importance in Studio Ghibli films. Now, with Studio Ghibli: The Unofficial Cookbook, you can recreate more than twenty of these movie-inspired recipes in your own home! Featuring recipes such as the sumptuous bento from My Neighbor Totoro, the herring and pumpkin pie from Kiki's Delivery Service, the red bean buns from Spirited Away, and more, Studio Ghibli: The Unofficial Cookbook is a must-have culinary tribute to Studio Ghibli's greatest masterpieces! 20+ Recipes: More than 20 Studio Ghibli-inspired recipes, including the red bean buns from Spirited Away, ramen from Ponyo, and more. Stunning images: Beautiful, full-color photos of the finished dishes help ensure success. Bring the world of Studio Ghibli into your kitchen: Discover dishes inspired by acclaimed films such as Howl's Moving Castle, Ponyo, Princess Mononoke, Nausicaèa of the Valley of the Wind, and more. For all skill levels: Easy-to-follow recipes and everyday ingredients make this the perfect cookbook for beginner and experienced chefs alike"--provided by publisher.

A USA Today Bestseller!"Tender and healing... I'm prescribing a preorder to anyone who has ever felt lost. Stunning, kind, necessary." -Sarah Gailey on book 1: A Psalm for the Wild-BuiltA Prayer for the Crown-Shy is a story of kindness and love from one of the foremost practitioners of hopeful SF.After touring the rural areas of Panga, Sibling Dex (a Tea Monk of some renown) and Mosscap (a robot sent on a quest to determine what humanity really needs) turn their attention to the villages and cities of the little moon they call home.They hope to find the answers they seek, while making new friends, learning new concepts, and experiencing the entropic nature of the universe.Becky Chambers's new series continues to ask: in a world where people have what they want, does having more even matter?

All five books in the Trials of Apollo series in a hardcover boxed set of heroic proportions. Favorite Greek and Roman demigods return in a five-book adventure quest with a fresh twist: they're helping Apollo regain his immortal status."A clash of mythic intrigues and centuries of pop culture to thrill die-hard and new fans alike."--Kirkus Reviews5 hardcovers in a specially designed slipcase#1 New York Times best-selling seriesRick Riordan is considered the "storyteller of the gods" because of his five #1 best-selling series based on mythologyA new take on Greek and Roman mythology from the point of view of a fallen godFast-paced, monster-filled quest adventures told with humor and heartBrings back beloved demigod characters from the Percy Jackson and Heroes of Olympus seriesConcludes the Percy Jackson sagaIntroduces new demigodsVillains are based on Roman emperorsFeatures a diverse cast with people from all kinds of backgrounds and lifestylesPerfect for middle schoolers but can be enjoyed by older readers, tooFrom The Hidden Oracle to the long awaited The Tower of Nero, this collection will thrill loyal readers and be a go-to gift for new fans of the bestselling series.

Title: Table for Two, Author: Bre Graham, Publication Year: 2023-01-19, Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd, Language: eng

A page-turning, seafaring adventure from YA fantasy sensation Tricia Levenseller - the first book in the Daughter of the Pirate King duology 'A formidable female character... [a] true adventure with swashbuckling, sword fighting, and a great problem-solving heroine' School Library JournalSent on a mission to retrieve an ancient hidden map-the key to a legendary treasure trove-seventeen-year-old pirate captain Alosa deliberately allows herself to be captured by her enemies, giving her the perfect opportunity to search their ship.More than a match for the ruthless pirate crew, Alosa has only one thing standing between her and the map: her captor, the unexpectedly clever and unfairly attractive first mate, Riden. But luckily, Alosa has a few tricks up her sleeve - and no lone pirate can stop the Daughter of the Pirate King.

THE TIKTOK FANTASY SENSATION THAT'S SOLD OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES, PERFECT FOR FANS OF SARAH J. MAAS AND JENNIFER L. ARMENTROUT'Sexy and touching all at the same time . . . and that plot twist, OMG' 5***** Reader Review'Read this series NOW! I felt like I was in the story watching and holding my breath the entire time' 5***** Reader Review_______'It's the arrogance of men to think so little of women. And it'll be their downfall too'This is the story of King Midas.Or that's what we're always told. The Golden King with his palace of riches and me, the girl he turned to gold.Upon the snowy mountains in the Sixth Kingdom of Orea, I'm locked away in Highbell Castle. It's for my safety, I'm told. Away from the dangers of the world below. No one can get in.Apart from him.King Midas rescued me from the streets. He gave me food, shelter, and his heart. I promised to love him forever.But when war comes to the kingdom, a deal is struck - and I am at the heart of the bargain.Everything I know starts to change. My love for Midas challenged, my trust broken.Because everything I know about this man is wrong.Suddenly, I'm sent to travel between kingdoms to a future I no longer understand and my spirit becomes truly tested.I'm always told this is his tale.But perhaps that is no longer the case. Perhaps. . . it's mine.This is the story of Auren._______'A spectacularly written, engaging, imaginative retelling of the ancient myth of King Midas' 5***** Reader Review'I literally devoured this book in one sitting' 5***** Reader Review**Content warning: sexual violence**

Brought to you by Penguin. A ground-breaking guide to the philosophy and practice of yoga from master of modern meditation Deepak Chopra. More than a form of exercise, yoga is a way of existing in the world rooted in physical, mental and spiritual practices. It defines everyday life as ideal and brings every experience, no matter how small, into the light. In this revelatory book, international bestselling author Deepak Chopra offers a simple eight-week programme covering the eight stages of transformation in yoga including transcendence, wholeness and breath. Featuring 50 poses created by Chopra and his long-time instructor Sarah Platt-Finger, Living in the Light will guide beginners and enthusiasts alike in nurturing a state of total awareness and a deeper understanding of self. (c)2023 Deepak Chopra (P)2023 Penguin Audio

Title: The Mexican Vegetarian Cookbook, Author: Margarita Carrillo Arronte, Publication Year: 2022-09-22, Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd, Language: eng

Welcome to the most comprehensive compilation of English poetry in a single volume.Explore a world of timeless verse featuring the most famous English poems ever written, all within the pages of this remarkable poetry book. If you're seeking a literary treasure that encompasses centuries of poetic excellence, you've found it.The following 30 poems are a selection from the book's contents:The Road Not Taken by Robert FrostO Captain! My Captain! by Walt WhitmanHope is the thing with feathers by Emily DickinsonThe Raven by Edgar Allan PoeI carry your heart with me by E.E. CummingsI like for you to be still by Pablo NerudaAll the world's a stage by William ShakespeareOde On A Grecian Urn by John KeatsOde To The West Wind by Percy Bysshe ShelleyThe Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock by T.S. EliotMy Last Duchess by Robert BrowningStopping By Woods On A Snowy Evening by Robert FrostThanatopsis by William Cullen BryantA Red, Red Rose by Robert BurnsShe Walks In Beauty by George Gordon ByronKubla Khan by Samuel Taylor ColeridgeBecause I could not stop for Death by Emily DickinsonHoly Sonnet: 10 by John DonneA friend's greeting by Edgar Albert GuestElegy Written In A Country Churchyard by Thomas GrayAbou Ben Adhem by James Henry Leigh HuntIf - by Rudyard KiplingRecessional by Rudyard KiplingSonnet: 19. On His Blindness by John MiltonPoetry by Marianne MooreHere I love you by Pablo NerudaAnnabel Lee by Edgar Allan PoeSonnet: 116 by William ShakespeareOzymandias by Percy Bysshe ShelleyCrossing The Bar by Alfred TennysonThis remarkable English Poetry Anthology is a treasury of 150 of the Most Famous Poems spanning the centuries, from the enchanting verses of the Middle Ages to the timeless elegance of the 20th century. These celebrated poems stand as enduring masterpieces of English Literature, their profound words inspiring and resonating with people from every corner of the globe.And there's more to this treasure-beyond its exceptional content. This poetry compilation also comes in a substantial 8x10-inch (20.32 x 25.4 cm) format, making it an ideal gift for poetry lovers, literature students, and teachers, or an impressive addition to your personal book collection.

Nicholas Pileggi’s vivid, unvarnished, journalistic chronicle of the life of Henry Hill—the working-class Brooklyn kid who knew from age twelve that “to be a wiseguy was to own the world,” who grew up to live the highs and lows of the mafia gangster’s life—has been hailed as “the best book ever written on organized crime” (Cosmopolitan).This is the true-crime bestseller that was the basis for Martin Scorsese’s film masterpiece GoodFellas, which brought to life the violence, the excess, the families, the wives and girlfriends, the drugs, the payoffs, the paybacks, the jail time, and the Feds…with Henry Hill’s crackling narration drawn straight out of Wiseguy and overseeing all the unforgettable action. “Nonstop...absolutely engrossing” (The New York Times Book Review). Read it and experience the secret life inside the mob—from one who’s lived it.

The New One Minute Manager offers a way for you to succeed sooner with less stress in changing times—both at work and at home.Based on the original book The One Minute Manager that helped millions of people around the world in organizations large and small, this new version of the classic story deals with a new world.The book will help you find meaning in your work and inspire you to discover new ways to help your organization adapt and prosper.The New One Minute Manager is a concise, easily read story that reveals three very practical secrets: One Minute Goals, One Minute Praisings, and One Minute Re-Directs, the new third secret.The story is based on studies in the behavioral sciences and medicine that support why these apparently simple methods work so well with so many people.And by the book's end, you will know how to apply what you discover to your own situation and enjoy the benefits.

Narnia . . . where a dragon awakens . . . where stars walk the earth . . . where anything can happen.Experience The Chronicles of Narnia in its entirety in time for The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, the third movie in the motion picture epic. This movie tie-in box contains the rack editions of all seven of C. S. Lewis's classic stories:The Magician's NephewThe Lion, the Witch and the WardrobeThe Horse and His BoyPrince CaspianThe Voyage of the Dawn TreaderThe Silver ChairThe Last BattleThe box features stills from the movie, and each book inside has cover art by Cliff Nielson and the original black-and-white interior illustrations by Pauline Baynes. The journey begins long before the Dawn Treader sets sail and ends long after its voyage, so don't miss out on any part of this definitive fantasy series of our time!