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Lock 14/The Yellow Dog/A Man's Head Wonderfully evocative of both French life, these taut, twisting reissued Maigret mysteries from the celebrated Georges Simenon are as much about the workings of the human mind as they are murder.

The Ultimate Simpsons in a Big Ol' Box Celebrating 12 years of hilarity with everyone?s favourite dysfunctional family, this stunning boxed set brings Simpsons fans the three official companion guides to the show, covering seasons one to 12.

Machine Guns of Two World Wars Written by John Walter, a renowned firearms expert, this is an authoritative guide to the machine guns used in two world wars, including detailed descriptions and technical specifications of each weapon.

Yeadon's Register of LNER Locomotives Volume 16: Class L1, V1/V3 Gresley & Thompson Six-coupled Tank This easy-to-use register chronologically lists details such as building and shopping dates, alterations, boiler and tender numbers, renumbering, namings and the disposal of each locomotive.

The Goodbye Summer Patricia Gaffney?s new book is a big-hearted, poignant tale of life, love and how we all, at whatever age and however wise we may appear, can make mistakes in both.

Leadership On September 11th 2001, America faced its worst ever domestic disaster. Here, the former Mayor of New York reveals the principles that allowed him to guide the city through its darkest hours.

Good Housekeeping: The Cook's Year The trend for seasonal cooking has increased in popularity over the last few years and the Good Housekeeping Institute has now produced this comprehensive and accessible collection of delicious, seasonal recipes.

The Struggle For Mastery A major addition to the Penguin History of Britain series, which uses fresh research to recreate the turbulent age between the Norman invasion of England and Edward I?s conquest of Wales.

Inquisition: The Aquasilva Trilogy Book II The second instalment of the Aquasilva trilogy from the pen of Anselm Audley ? the teenage boy wonder already being hailed as a future star of the fantasy genre.

Star Wars: Rogue Planet A disturbance in the Force. Set three years after The Phantom Menace, the Jedi council have decided, despite misgivings, that as the Force is so strong in young Anakin Skywalker, he should be trained as a Jedi Kinight by Obi-Wan Kenobi.

You Can Do It! The world-renowned guru, Francis Glassborow, shows that C++ is not rocket science. His motivational, hands-on approach means that you will be programming by the end of chapter one or within an hour!

Jane's Tanks and Combat Vehicles Recognition Handbook (Third Edition) Jane?s can help you tell an Israeli M48 tank from a Russian T-64 ? the most authoritative and comprehensive military vehicle handbook available has been fully updated for its third edition.

Soldier Five Here at last is the book the Government tried to ban! Mike Coburn, the last member of the legendary SAS mission Bravo Two Zero sets the record straight!

The Four Nations From the pre-Roman period to the present day, this book ? the first single-volume survey of the mutual relations between the United Kingdom?s constituent parts ? re-examines accepted views of history.

Blackwood Farm A seductive tapestry of Deep South life and preternatural horror, Blackwood Farm fuses Anne Rice?s vampire mythology with her Mayfair witch lore to compelling effect in the ninth of the Vampire Chronicles.

13 Steps Down Ruth Rendell has dominated the crime genre since her first novel was published 40 years ago. Her latest tale is classic Rendell, featuring an eccentric cast of characters and exploring the darker side of life.

PS, I Love You This stunning debut from the daughter of Irish PM Bertie Ahern is a warm, unputdownable tearjerker that signals the arrival of a major new talent comparable to Marian Keyes and Cathy Kelly.

Dorling Kindersley Visual Dictionary Visually dazzling and uniquely accessible, this comprehensive reference work explains the world around us in a powerful combination of words and pictures unmatched by any other dictionary.

The Last Days of Henry VIII Based on years of original archival research and including many startling revelations, this brilliant popular history is a vivid account of the final years of England?s most despotic ruler.

Battle Tanks The Greenhill Military Manuals series continues with an in-depth look at today?s armoured fighting machines. Each entry includes a detailed profile, photographs, a description of key features and technical specifications.

Jolly Postman Or Other People's Letters A delightful rhyming book with real letters for you to open up and read. The Jolly Postman has a sack full of letters for all his fairytale friends in this wonderful story that will have children smiling from ear to ear.

A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian This quirky, compelling debut will win over fans of Zoe Heller, Jonathan Coe and Kate Atkinson, despite having the most unusual and misleading title of 2005! It isn?t about tractors, and isn?t written in Ukrainian.

Massacre of the Innocents Sir Morgan Crofton was part of the British Expeditionary Force, or the Old Contemptibles, who fought the first year of World War One. They were Britain?s regular army before the outbreak of war, but by mid-1915 they had all but been wiped out.

West Country Regiments on the Somme This book provides a detailed examination of the little known part in the Battle of the Somme played by the regular and volunteer service battalions the Devonshire regiment and the Dorset regiment.

Angel Casefiles He may be a vampire with a terrible history of sadistic atrocities, but he?s going to save the world ?áeven if it takes one soul at a time! Made with unprecedented access to cast and crew, and with an exclusive introduction by series producer and scriptwr

Sheer Abandon Written with great emotional depth and insight and packed with unforgettable characters and unexpected plot twists, this is the sort of dazzling read that you just won?t want to put down.

The Apple Tree Elvi Rhodes writes with a wonderful blend of insight, passion and humour. The Apple Tree is set in her native Yorkshire ? if you?re a fan of Susan Sallis or Josephine Cox, you?ll love it.

Saturday A truly contemporary work from a Booker Prize-winning author, Saturday melds the personal and the political, the social and the ethical. McEwan?s ability to write of a creeping sense of unease and impending danger is unparalleled.

Falling in Love, Staying in Love In Falling in Love, Staying in Love psychotherapist Malcolm Stern examines how to maintain a passionate, romantic, loving relationship, even when the first flush of romance fades.

Rebuilding the Past: A Roman Villa In this enlightening companion to the Discovery Channel TV series, professional and amateur archaeologists construct a Roman villa from scratch by using ancient methods and materials.

A Lovely for Day Amelia Goose Very young children can spend a lovely day with Amelia and her friend Frog as they bounce on the lily pads and play round the pond. They will love being read this simple, charming picture book. Amelia Goose is a fantastic character!

Guernica Picasso?s Guernica has had a more direct impact on our consciousness than perhaps any other great painting. In his new book, the acclaimed biographer of Gaudi brings his knowledge and insight to bear on this important anti-war icon.

Philip and Elizabeth Drawing on his many conversations and interviews with members of the royal family, as well as friends, associates and royal servants, Gyles Brandreth has written the first authoritative biography of the Queen and Prince Philip.

Think and Grow Rich Napoleon Hill, one of America?s biggest motivational authors, devoted 25 years to finding out how the wealthy became that way. Here he reveals his winning formula for money-making success.

The Swamp of Death As gripping as the best historical fiction, this riveting true story of three English gentlemen, a Victorian baroque swindle, out-and-out liars, and murder will appeal to fans of The Surgeon of Crowthorne.

Around the World in Eighty Treasures In this lavishly illustrated companion to the BBC series, Dan Cruickshank recounts his round-the-world quest to tell the story of civilisation through the greatest man-made treasures.

Augustus: Godfather of Europe The reign of the emperor Augustus saw great prosperity for ancient Rome. Through use of extensive research, the bestselling author of Nero brings an exceptional ruler to life in this engaging biography.

The Lazy Girl's Party Guide The latest in the ever popular Lazy Girl's series, the Lazy Girl's Party Guide is full of fabulous tips and ideas for those who enjoy entertaining - and want to do it better.

The Zigzag Way Anita Desai has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize three times. With her latest haunting tale, she takes the reader across the sea to Mexico.

Raking The Ashes The author of such children?s hits as Goggle Eyes and Madame Doubtfire proves once again that she is a truly magnificent writer for adults too. Raking the Ashes is brilliantly sinister and scorchingly funny.

Carrie's War Loved by young and old, Carrie?s War is a modern classic that paints a powerfully atmospheric picture of wartime Britain. The story and characters will stay with you for years.

A Gathering Light Set in 1904, this is a beautifully written coming-of-age tale subtly told alongside the gripping story of a real-life murder that rocked America. An unputdownable read from a major new talent!

The Christian World of the Middle Ages Christianity was the unifying principle of the Middle Ages. Leading historian Bernard Hamilton provides a uniquely comprehensive account of its global influence from 312 to 1500.

Bridges that Change the World This unique chronological survey of 50 of the world?s great bridges shows how bridge technology has developed over the centuries in an informative text and stunning colour photographs.

Inside Anne Frank's House Published to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Anne Frank?s birth, this superbly illustrated volume is the first full-colour celebration of the legacy of Anne and her famous Amsterdam house.

Painting With David Shepherd Here, for the first time ever the world's leading wildlife artist, David Shepherd, shares the methods he has developed to create ? and the secrets behind ? his world-famous artworks.

Mortal Engines After one of the most startling openings you?ll ever read, Philip Reeve?s Smarties Gold Award-winning debut novel just grows ever more wonderful.

It's a Big World, Charlie Brown Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang are on top form in this brand new collection of classic comic strip favourites from the pen of Charles M. Schulz.

Revise GCSE Geography These Letts Revise GCSE books will provide everything you need to secure the grades you want for these crucial exams.

Land of Fire A gung-ho action thriller from the author of The Hit List and The Watchman, a man who has experienced his own share of combat behind enemy lines.

Prey Michael Crichton, the author of The Andromeda Strain and Jurassic Park, combines suspense, intrigue and up-to-the-minute science to create a fast-paced and electrifying techno-thriller.

Arnhem Intended to end war in Europe by Christmas 1944, Operation ?Market Garden? was history?s largest ever airborne assault. In this concise account, new light is shed on the events at Arnhem.

Beloved Toni Morrison won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1993 in recognition of her outstanding body of work, with Beloved a key element in earning her this ultimate literary acclaim.

Justin Timberlake: The Unofficial Book Justin Timberlake is pop?s hottest property. Illustrated with fantastic colour photographs, this is the first book to chart his meteoric rise to fame ? the gift his legions of fans will be longing for.

There And Back Again Sean Astin, who played Samwise Gamgee, tells of the ups, the downs and the profound camaraderie of life on the set of the Lord of the Rings film trilogy.

Ultimate Sticker Book: Shark Tale A full-colour sticker book with over 60 reusable, easy-peel stickers featuring characters and scenes from the latest DreamWorks animation, Shark Tale. Recreate the underwater fishy fun with Oscar and his fin-tastic pals.

Secret Celebrity As an LA-based scriptwriter, Carol Wolper clearly has the insider take on Hollywood. And in this hilariously acute satire on celebrity culture, the author of The Cigarette Girl proves she knows her stuff.

Brundibar Created by Maurice Sendak (Where the Wild Things Are) and award-winning dramatist Tony Kushner, Brundibar is a picture book opera that will dazzle young readers with its uniqueness.

The Virgin's Lover Brimming with romance, passion and intrigue, this tale of Elizabeth I and the Tudor court is the latest enthralling novel from the bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl and The Queen?s Fool.

Fool's Fate Fool?s Fate, the final part the trilogy of trilogies from the author of the best-selling Farseer trilogy and Liveship Traders, dramatically concludes the enthralling story that began in Assassin?s Apprentice.

Custody Internationally bestselling author Nancy Thayer has a wonderful knack of combining all the ingredients ? tension, drama, tragedy and romance ? of a genuinely page-turning read. Insightful and deeply moving, Custody is perfect for all fans of Danielle Stee

A New England? From the build-up to Queen Victoria?s golden jubilee to the end of WWI, this masterly volume in the New Oxford History of England series examines every aspect of English life from 1886 to 1918.

Revise AS Physics Based on an intensive one-week course, these books are designed to give students all they need to get the grades they want at AS level.

Lockheed Blackbird For the first time ever, this book tells the full story of just how the SR-71 harnessed its awesome performance capability to secure the intelligence demanded by Washington.

The Essential James Bond The only official companion to all 20 classic films ? including the latest Bond adventure Die Another Day ? this revised edition of The Essential James Bond is the bible for every 007 fan.

Disney's Sing-Along Princess Songs Sing-Along Princess Songs is a musical book that gives young girls a karaoke treat. Press one of ten buttons to play the music and children can sing along with the microphone!

Trafalgar and the Spanish Navy Illustrated throughout, this is the first English language book to look at Spanish naval forces in the century before Trafalgar, and provides a long overdue reassessment of the aims and achievements of the service.

Front of House Talented designer Oliver Heath accompanies his ITV1 series with an inspirational and practical guide for anyone looking to give the exterior of their house a stylish makeover.

Winnie The Pooh - The Complete Collection Of Stories And Poems This exquisite gold-embossed full-colour volume contains all the stories and poems of A. A. Milne?s Winnie the Pooh and his friends.

Avenger After an absence of seven years, Frederick Forsyth returns to the literary world with a vengeance. Packed with devastating action, political suspense and riveting detail, Avenger will thrill Forsyth?s legions of fans.

Cruel And Unusual A novel featuring Dr Kay Scarpetta, female Chief Medical Examiner. The electrocution of a murderer and the killing of a 13-year-old boy the same night seem unrelated, until Scarpetta recalls that the boy's body had been arranged in a strikingly similar po

A Sovereign For A Song Hailed by the judges as "a wonderfully lusty tale", Annie Wilkinson?s A Sovereign For A Song won the 2003 Romantic Novelists? Association?s New Writers? Award for the Best First Novel.

Oils & Acrylics: Foundation Course Whether you?re a beginner or an experienced painter, get the most out a popular, vibrant artistic medium with this fabulous practical manual from the Foundation series.

The Increment Britain?s premier military thriller writer, Chris Ryan, delivers another explosive instalment in the exhilarating Matt Browning series. Here, our hero finds himself up against a very dark and powerful force?

The Firebird?s Vengeance. Isavalta Trilogy book 3 Infused with folklore, magic and history, this is the stunning conclusion to the Isavalta trilogy. The Firebird?s Vengeance picks up where the events of A Sorcerers Treason left off, following the story to its fateful ending.

Monet at VTtheuil 1878?1883 Monet?s time at VTtheuil was one of hardship and distress yet it was his most productive period. Beautifully presented with 100 colour paintings, this book examines this key period for the first time.

Soviet Combat Aircraft of WWII Volume II The second in a two-volume set detailing all Second World War prototype and operational combat aircraft, this meticulously researched book examines twin-engine fighters, attack aircraft and bombers.

The House Of Shadows Hailed as a modern Ellis Peters, Paul Doherty? intricate mysteries and authentic medieval setting have won him an army of readers and will appeal to fans of classic whodunnits.

A Thousand Years of the English Parish In this meticulously researched and well-illustrated study, Anthea Jones looks at the English parish?s past in terms of its role both as a focal point for its community, and as a means of government.

Symbol Of Courage Symbol of Courage is a ground-breaking history of Britain?s most famous medal, the Victoria Cross, and a tribute to the extraordinary men who have won it - only 1354 of them in 150 years.

Slang Down The Ages For word-lovers, writers, crossword-addicts and compulsive browsers, this updated history of the development of slang provides a fascinating and enjoyable guide to our changing language.

Boy Meets Girl From the author of the phenomenal bestsellers The Princess Diaries comes this wonderfully funny tale of love amidst the filing cabinets ? perfect for older (but not necessarily wiser) fans of romantic fiction!

Type In his new book, Simon Loxley tells the social, political and cultural history of typography from the mid-fifteenth century to the 21st century, from Gutenberg?s first moveable type to the internet.

DK Football Yearbook 2003/4 Combining exhaustive and up-to-date statistical reference, fascinating in-depth features and an exciting visual style that brings the facts and figures to life, this is the definitive worldwide survey of the beautiful game.

Modern and Contemporary Prints A lavishly illustrated guide providing all the practical guidance that you could want to the world of contemporary prints. It is perfect for both the beginner and the experienced collector alike.

Luftwaffe Secret Projects: Strategic Bombers 1935?1945 Discover Germany?s amazingly prescient wartime bomber designs in an exhaustively detailed volume packed with colour illustrations, three-view style plans and black-and-white photographs. Includes details of Luftwaffe officials and company designers.

The Innocent This fabulous debut is the first in a trilogy that has been a massive bestseller in Australia. Historical fiction in the Forever Amber tradition, it?s a gripping medieval romp!

Little Britain: Series 1 The BAFTA-winning Little Britain has become Britain?s best-loved comedy series since The Fast Show. Along with exclusive new material and photographs, this book features the complete scripts to the first series.

The Godfather The greatest of all mafia novels ? immortalised on film by Francis Ford Coppola?s magnificent trilogy ? and the work for which the late Mario Puzo is most famed.

Drive & Memory Troubleshooting Pocket Reference Bestselling author and computer professional Stephen Bigelow fills each page with practical advice for fast solutions to storage sysem problems.

Osprey Modelling Manual P-51 Mustang Osprey?s popular series of manuals turns its close attention to the P-51 Mustang, providing the reader with a complete knowledge of the skills and techniques required in modelling the plane.

Harry And The Dinosaurs: Romp in the Swamp Favourite characters Harry and the dinosaurs appear here in their second complete storybook together. Superbly observed and illustrated, this reassuring story shows children just how fun making new friends can be.

Chronicles How did contemporary chroniclers perceive the Middle Ages? This lucid study re-creates the era?s drama through primary sources, while showing how the writing of history changed from 1250 to 1550.

Working With Spirit Guides Whether you are beginner or already have experience, this guide to the spirit realm empowers you to confidently experience all the love, guidance and wisdom of your own spirit guides.

Heroes What are the qualities that make a hero? From ancient Troy to 20th-century Europe, this engaging account considers the nature of heroism through the study of eight exceptional individuals.

Complete Uk Hit Singles 2005 Who had the biggest selling single ever? Who has been number one more times than anyone else? Get the low-down on over half a century of hits with this comprehensive A-Z guide.

The Wedding Day Following on from her fantastic success with A Married Man, Catherine Alliott?s latest gem is a beautifully-penned, engrossing read, just perfect for women of all ages. If you?ve never read Catherine Alliott, then start now.

Little People Tom Holt is second only to Terry Pratchett in the comedy fantasy stakes; this hilarious novel is enough to put anyone off the abuse of their elf.

Wars And Shadows General Sir David Fraser is notable both as one of Britain?s most distinguished military figures and as a leading military biographer. In his long-awaited memoirs, he tells of his extraordinary career.

Pilates For Life Wish you had the toned body of a ballerina? Forget arabesques and plies ? and try Pilates! Here super ballerina Darcy Bussell offers a step-by-step introduction to the key areas of this popular exercise.

In Another Light Andrew Greig is renowned as one of Scotland?s premier poets and novelists. With remarkable scope, this intriguing new novel takes us from steamy 1930?s Penang, to the remote Orkneys in the present day.

The Plains Of Passage Plains of PassageJean M. AuelIn the fourth novel, Ayla and Jondalar look for a new home.Ayla and Jondalar embark on an impossible journey across the continent - braving both savage enemies and elemental dangers in a desperate search for a place to sett

Shadows Will Fall Set in Ireland in the present day and 1953 and with a taut, thrilling mystery at its heart, Shadows Will Fall is a totally gripping read from the author of Fate and Tomorrow.

Why Men Don't Listen and Women Can't Read Maps The original multi-million bestseller from the world?s most famous experts on the battle of the sexes, this is a must-read for anyone who wants to build a relationship based on mutual understanding.

Guns Of Third Reich The armies of the Third Reich were a formidable foe for Allied soldiers, in part, due to the effectiveness of their weaponry. In this new book John Walter examines the range of guns used by the Third Reich.

Messerchmitts Over Sicily In this engrossing memoir, Johannes Steinhoff recounts gripping episodes from his Luftwaffe wartime career. A senior commander of an elite Luftwaffe unit, Steinhoff provides an unflinching view of wartime life.

Einstein's Monsters Introduced by means of a forthright and impassioned essay, Amis?s five short stories expose the folly of nuclear war, creating disturbing visions of a post-apocalypse world.

He Who Fears The Wolf Critically acclaimed across Europe, Karin Fossum?s tales evoke a terrifyingly human world ripped apart by brutal crimes. This is the second case for smart, enigmatic Inspector Konrad Sejer.

Ancestors of Avalon The final book in Bradley?s evocative, atmospheric series completes the history of the fabled kingdom by recounting the fall of and flight from Atlantis and the foundation of Avalon in Britain.

Dragonmaster 2: Knighthood of the Dragon Combining ferocious action with intricate politics, Knighthood of the Dragon leads us deep into the tumultuous wars that engulf the kingdom of Deraine, protected by the harnessed power of the dragons.

The Stone Monkey PIs Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs return in the employ of the FBI in this hi-octane thriller from the bestselling author of The Empty Chair and The Bone Collector.

Ainsley's Friends & Family Cookbook Ready Steady Cook presenter Ainsley Harriott is one of the nation?s favourite chefs and in his enticing new cookbook, he brings together over 160 easy-to-prepare family dishes.

Book Of Runes The runes are considered the oldest form of Western divination, and this 20th anniversary edition celebrates Ralph Blum?s classic work ? an international bestseller which has sold over a million copies.

The 2 1/2 Pillars Of Wisdom Alexander McCall Smith has won the hearts of thousands of readers with his Number One Ladies? Detective Agency series. In these three books, now in one great value omnibus, we have the start of a superb new series. The omnibus contains Portuguese Irregula

Crime Scene: The Ultimate Guide Ideal for Patricia Cornwell fans wanting to know the facts behind the fiction, or anyone drawn to the shocking and macabre, this highly illustrated guide provides a fascinating insight into forensic science.

Illustrated Dictionary of Practical Astronomy Europe?s leading astronomy publisher presents this illustrated practical reference that provides amateur astronomers with all they need to know about devices and techniques for observing the night sky.

How To Be Famous Alison Bond worked as an agent with the hottest of Hollywood?s stars ? in this blockbuster debut, she brings us a no-holds-barred, glittering view of the love, lies and secrets of the movie making machine.

The Children's Hour Novels as breathtakingly brilliant as this come along only very rarely. Beautifully written and with a plot that constantly twists and turns unexpectedly, it is nostalgic, romantic and suspenseful ? totally unputdownable!

Point Of Departure The man whose resignation speech received the only standing ovation in the history of the House of Commons offers the first ever spin-free insider?s take on Labour?s second term.

Massage Secrets for Lovers Rub, stroke and knead your love life into a new, spiritual dimension with this exciting, explicit and deeply intimate book on erotic massage, written by sexual-health expert Dr Andrew Stanway.

The Dark Tower In what is the most eagerly anticipated book Stephen King?s incredible career, his magnificent fantasy epic The Dark Tower comes to its painful, triumphant and powerful conclusion.

Pillars of Creation At last New York Times bestseller Terry Goodkind returns to his magnificent Sword of Truth series. With this new addition and at least two more in the pipeline, the future still holds much for Richard and Kahlan to overcome.

Red Letter Day Irish top-selling author Colette Caddle delights once more with this heart-warming, gently witty tale of love, loss and healing that will appeal to fans of Cathy Kelly and Sheila O?Flanagan.

On Cape Three Points A heartfelt, artful novel, Christopher Wakling?s debut On Cape Three Points tears apart the contemporary Everyman to find the living, dangerous and vulnerable creature underneath.

Assault Rifle An informative read, Assault Rifle provides a comprehensive account of the development of the military assault rifle and its ammunition from World War 2 to the present day.

The Presidents Who were the men who have held the world?s most powerful elective office during the last 100 years? This superb history looks in detail at individual American presidents of the 20th century.

Nick Baker's British Wildlife Natural history expert and presenter of the BBC?s Really Wild Show Nick Baker guides you on a fascinating month-by-month journey through the variety of wildlife that can be found in Britain.

Wellington's Lieutenant Napolean's Gaoler Compiled from the revealing letters and diary of Sir George Ridout Bingham, this is an extraordinarily valuable and rare insight into the character of arguably the most significant figure in European history.

Forever Summer The domestic goddess returns with a selection of fresh, innovative and delicious dishes that will help those balmy summer evenings last the whole year through.

Why Buildings Fall Down In the companion volume to Why Buildings Stand Up, two world-renowned structural engineers take a fascinating look at what happens when engineers, architects and builders get things spectacularly wrong.

Lyra's Oxford Devotees of Philip Pullman?s trilogy His Dark Materials are in for the perfect treat. Lyra?s Oxford offers readers a chance to return to that world of breathtaking imagination.

Earth This stunning visual guide captures the drama, power and raw beauty of the Earth?s features and provides an unrivalled insight into the forces and processes that have created them.

Snow Bears Three bears, snowballs and toast by the fire ? what could be cosier? Martin Waddell and award-winning artist Sarah Fox-Davies have created a perfect tale for winter that will charm all year round.

The First Billion High finance combines with political thriller in this breakneck action tale of conspiracy, betrayal and revenge from the bestselling author of The Runner.

Seven Basic Plots Why do we tell stories? How are they constructed? FromThe Epic of Gilgemesh to Jaws, Christopher Booker examines the basic plots that underlie some of the greatest stories ever told.

Cat And Mouse Killer Gary Soneji is back, filled with hatred and gaining revenge on detective Alex Cross. Nothing, not even death itself, is going to stand in his way.

Desert Rats In this first complete history of a much-starred unit, John Parker reveals the heroic reality behind the legend and draws heavily on the drama of first-hand accounts to build his story.

Sven-Goran Eriksson Joe Lovejoy?s book captures the essence of the man and goes some way to explaining his influence behind the transformation of the English team ? from his first day in the hot seat to the thrills and spills of the FIFA 2002 World Cup.

Big Brother 4 Whether you loved it or hated it, you couldn?t escape it, and now you can find out everything there is to know about Big Brother 4 and its contestants with this official guide.

The Pastons Covering three generations (1426?85) and the turbulent Wars of the Roses, these letters illuminate both domestic minutiae and national events, providing a remarkably rounded evocation of medieval life.

Parallel Worlds Michio Kaku, author of Einstein?s Cosmos, takes the reader on a clear and concise journey through cutting-edge cosmology; where concepts that seem like fantastical science fiction are rapidly becoming facts.

Buffy/Angel: Monster Island Reunited once again, Buffy and Angel are facing a foe that could leave them for dead. No true fan should miss this blood-pumping adventure set in the darkest depths of midnight LA.

Before Scotland The story of ancient Scotland is one of dramatic geological events and mighty human endeavour. Well-known author Alistair Moffat brilliantly transforms our understanding of this neglected period.

365 Children's Prayers Vivid illustrations and a crystal-clear style makes this book of prayers ideal for children. Great to share, it will provide inspiration and comfort all year round.

The Legate's Daughter An epic tale of kidnap, piracy and conspiracy in ancient Rome, this is historical fiction of the highest order from the bestselling author of Eagle in the Snow.

Paradise A.L. Kennedy has twice been named one of Granta?s best young British novelists. Paradise is her breakthrough novel: a magnificent, dark, blackly comic and compelling tale.

British Isles: A Natural History Alan Titchmarsh is already Britain?s best-loved TV gardener and a popular novelist. Now he takes a new direction ? into Britain?s glorious countryside ? which every fan will follow with delight.

Superman: The Ultimate Guide to the Man of Steel Faster than a speeding bullet; able to leap tall buildings at a single bound . . . Superman gets the star treatment in this epic chronicle of his entire heroic career.

Luftwaffe Fighter Ace The memoir of Norbert Hannig makes for fascinating and highly informative reading on an aspect of the 1939-45 campaign not often covered in the English language; the Luftwaffe?s campaign against the Soviet Union.

Heroic Option The Irish have played a significant role in the British military history since the fifteenth century. Until recently, Ireland?s painful relationship with its former coloniser has made it difficult to do justice to this. Heroic Option offers a memorial to

Mary, Queen Of Scots and the Murder of Lord Darnley A riveting reappraisal from bestselling historian Alison Weir, which uses contemporary evidence to show how far Mary, Queen of Scots, was involved in the death of her husband, Lord Darnley.

Welfare Of The Dead Lee Jackson?s Inspector Decimus Webb returns to guide readers through the dark alleys and gas-lit parlours of nineteenth-century London. A meticulously researched and beautifully crafted Victorian murder mystery.

Guns Of Elite Forces Armies have always had special units. But their skills are only in proportion to the weapons they possess. This is an authoritative and penetrating guide to the guns the elite forces depend on when it comes to the crunch.

Feast A feast for the eyes as well as the stomach, Nigella's gorgeous new book is as much of a pleasure to read as it is to cook from.

Angel A new novel from Colleen McCullough is always a major event. Set in 1960s Sydney and brilliantly chronicling the bond between a woman and a child, Angel is an unputdownable read!

Aloft In this elegantly constructed work, Chang-Rae Lee creates an irresistible, flawed and loveable narrator. Jerry Battle gets it so wrong, and as he learns to get it right, he will both win and break your heart.

The Thin Green Line Three after the RUC's disbandment, this timely study of a force which policed uniquely challenging and controversial times tells the story without fear or favour, remaining both unbiased and respectful.

Stratford Blue A comprehensive photographic history of Stratford-upon-Avon Blue Motors Ltd bus company, which covers the century from the earliest services around Stratford in 1903 up to the present day.

The Final Detail The phenomenon that is Harlan Coben continues with his latest Myron Bolitar novel. Complex, ambitious and packed with Coben?s trademark twists, The Final Detail takes the series to the next level.

Multi-Orgasmic Couple Sexually Explicit
Get the most out of your lovemaking ? this straight-talking, sensitive manual will help you and your partner rekindle passion and reach new erotic heights!

There's A Little Prince In Every Frog After a basic introduction to the principles of magic, There?s a Little Prince in Every Frog offers a variety spells and charms for finding, binding and transforming your true love ? and living happily ever after.

Saffron Skies Sundowners was the epic blockbuster of 2004, and Lesley Lokko is back with a bang with this brand new tale of family, passion and envy. Saffron Skies is every bit as good, and just as glamorous.

Cavalier Generals In this ground-breaking study, John Barratt re-examines the roles of King Charles and Prince Rupert, but he also explores the careers and characters of some of the lesser-known, but equally able Royalist officers.

A Forest of Stars Mankind has expanded far in the galaxy, perhaps too far . . . The co-author of the Dune Preludes, Kevin J. Anderson, continues his dazzling space-opera, The Saga of the Seven Suns.

Coal: A Human History Coal has transformed societies and created empires. Taking us on a historical journey spanning centuries and continents, this vivid account explores coal?s profound and often surprising role in our lives.

Falling Cloudberries Acclaimed Italian food writer Tessa Kiros shares the recipes from all over the world that have woven their way through her life and her family?s in this beautiful new collection.

Usborne First Pets: Dogs & Puppies A first guide to dog and puppy care, with all the information and advice you?ll need to choose and look after your pet. Interactive web links are a useful added extra.

Astonishing Splashes of Colour With its themes of identity and loss, this is a profound yet witty debut.
Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, 2003.

Slayer Slang Perfect for fans of the show and language lovers, this is the first detailed analysis of the uniquely inventive jargon that helped put Buffy the Vampire Slayer in a class of its own.

Grave Secrets With this, her fifth Temperance Brennan novel, Kathy Reichs once again pulls out all the stops for a superb combination of gripping detective work and edgy suspense.

The Defence and Fall of Singapore 1940?1942 The fall of Singapore was the worst disaster in British military history, and some claim it marked the death of the British Empire. This fascinating book traces its origins in the colonial military system itself.

Hey Nostradamus! From the author who defined the ?lost generation? of the late 20th-century comes a potent new novel in part inspired by high school shootings in North America.

Can't Buy Me Love We loved Big Girls Don?t Cry and Francesca Clementis? other bestsellers. This thought-provoking look at how money ? especially the lack of it ? can change lives is her best yet.

The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Christmas Despite all your careful planning for Christmas, things can often go wrong. But this hilarious festive survival guide aims to ensure that more joyful and triumphant tidings come your way.

Batman Death Maidens An darkly intense graphic novel that sees the Caped Crusader confronting Ra?s Al Ghul, the featured villain in the forthcoming film Batman Begins and one of his most enigmatic and dangerous foes.

My Mum Anthony Browne is one of the best-known picture book authors in the UK, and his My Dad was a best-seller. In My Mum he heaps some much-deserved praise on those superwomen we all rely on.

Essential .NET, Volume I: The Common Language Runtime The first book in the Microsoft .NET Development Series shows you how to take advantage of the full power of Microsoft .NET through languages such as C#, C++ and Java.

Seizure Robin Cook is the expert in crafting scalpel-sharp tales of horror and suspense in the medical profession, and Seizure provides another dose of fear-filled, highly active ingredients.

The Art of the Catapult From volleying with the Vikings to lobbing with Ludgar the War Wolf, this step-by-step guide will help you bring the authentic catapults of a bygone age of warfare to life.

The New I Ching Bestselling author and expert on Chinese wisdom, Lilian Too, explains how you can access the guidance of the ancient I Ching oracle using the Plum Blossom divination method.

Split Second The latest labyrinthine thriller from David Baldacci, author of The Christmas Train, is packed with corruption, conspiracy and feisty characters, and is sure to push him into the big league here.

Cherie: The Perfect Life of Mrs Blair Cherie Booth gets enormous publicity, but nobody knows much about her. Here?s your chance to find out what she?s really like.

Lost Cities From the Ancient World Take a tour of the world?s most remarkable ancient cities ? from Mycenae to Babylon, this beautifully illustrated volume traces the development of the most important urban centres of antiquity.

The Book Of Firsts Fascinating, entertaining and brimming with photographs and illustrations, The Book of Firsts reveals the stories of the remarkable minds and personalities behind humankind?s greatest milestones.

Love And Devotion Erica James, author of nine bestsellers, has been short-listed three times for the RNA Romantic Novel of the Year Award. Deliciously warm and humorous, this is another guaranteed hit.

Keep The Home Fires Burning Written with a wonderful feel for time and place and packed with colourful characters, this is a gripping, totally involving wartime Merseyside saga from one of the UK?s top library authors.

Atlantis Think Clive Cussler meets The Da Vinci Code and you will have some idea of just how exciting David Gibbins' debut is. Atlantis is an enthralling tale of long-buried secrets, underwater discovery and thrilling adventure.

Ancient Americas This stimulating account of the major civilisations and the smaller indigenous tribes in Mesoamerica and the Andes is the first one-volume study to cover all the significant pre-Columbian cultures.

The Coma Author of the cult hit The Beach, Garland has embarked on a dramatic departure from his previous work. A dark and tautly written psychological thriller, The Coma looks at the shady area between reality and consciousness.

Now We Are Sixty In this huge bestseller Christopher Matthew has taken A. A Milne?s best-loved poems and rewritten them for an older generation, with results that are often hilarious, sometimes rueful and always thought provoking.

Dead Sight Glen Chandler, the creator and writer of the award-winning Taggart TV series follows up his acclaimed debut, Savage Tide, with a complex and disturbing new case for Detective Inspector Steve Madden.

By Myself and Then Some On the silver anniversary of its original publication, legendary actress Lauren Bacall brings her inspiring autobiography up to date to offer the definitive account of her glittering Hollywood and Broadway career.

Sun At Midnight Rosie Thomas is a wonderful storyteller with an uncanny insight into the affairs of the heart. This passionate, beautifully written story set in Antarctica will have you hooked you to the last page.

Water Detox In this fantastic new book, the bestselling author of Detox Yourself provides a unique 18-day plan to cleanse, revitalise and energise yourself.

My Big Science Book Enjoy some explosive fun with My Big Science Book! Well, it doesn?t really tell you how to blow up your living room, but it will have you creating a rocket balloon, playing a tune on musical bottles, telling the time by the sun and more!

How to Beat the System This indispensable new book from the co-editors of Trade Secrets contains advice from experts which reveals how to unravel the red tape of bureaucracy and get the most out of everyday situations.

Second Chance Released on 2nd April 2002, master of suspense James Patterson enters a horrifying underworld with this second thriller in his dazzling new Women's Murder Club series.

A Dictionary Of Dream Symbols A Dictionary of Dream Symbols is an invaluable, detailed guide to decoding the hidden messages behind your dreams and achieving a better understanding of your subconscious.

Above the World Feast your eyes on 250 stunning colour images of the earth from space in this amazing photographic atlas ? the first book of its kind to solely use satellite imaging technology.

Optimum Nutrition for the Mind Mental health is one of the most important health issues of our time. Patrick Holford, author of the bestselling Optimum Nutrition Bible, shows how you can look after your mind through your diet.