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Pages : 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9Executioner James Berry was an ex-policeman who was Britain?s hangman from 1884 to 1892. This intriguing biography takes a gruesome journey through the world of Victorian crime and punishment. Cost : £ 15.99
Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose Hungry animals at dinner-time are the subject of this deliciously entertaining picture book for toddlers. Gruffalo writer, Julia Donaldson, combines her funny rhymes with Nick Sharrat?s vivid illustrations. Cost : £ 7.99
Lifesmart Celebrity lifestyle guru Carole Caplin identifies a host of modern maladies, including depression, bloating, weight-gain, headaches and exhaustion, and offers diet, exercise and health advice to help you dispel them from your life. Cost : £ 8.99
Workshop Practice for Ship Modellers Whether you?re new to ship modelling or a seasoned sea-dog of the workshop, here?s all the expert advice you need to ensure safety and exercise good practice while on the modelling front line! Cost : £ 20.0
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell Reminiscent of Peake?s Gormenghast trilogy, with the wit of Austen and the imaginative scope of Philip Pullman, this is a mesmerising alternative history of England. Cost : £ 10.99
Power Of A Woman Set among Ireland?s wealthy, glamorous set, Suzanne Higgins? debut novel is a sizzling tale of how the other half live. Perfect beach reading in the style of Jilly Cooper! Cost : £ 6.99
Jaded A deft and frothy read that gallops along at a lively pace. It?s Notting Hill in a book, and you?ll be cheering every page for William, Min and their mad crew! Cost : £ 4.99
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5) As Harry Potter starts his fifth year at Hogwarts, he can?t begin to guess the surprises that lie in wait . . . Cost : £ 12.99
The World According To Garp The novel that earned John Irving international renown ? a breathtaking, hilarious, roller-coaster ride of a book, dealing with everything from love to lust to the complicated business of life in general. Cost : £ 4.99
Jane's Guns Recognition Guide (Third edition) Completely authoritative, this third, fully updated edition of Jane?s guide to the world?s firearms will give you all the information you need to identify every weapon in use today. Cost : £ 13.99
The Fourth Crusade and the Sack of Constantinople In April 1204, the Fourth Crusade?s armies seized Constantinople, heart of the Byzantine Empire. Drawing on new research, this is a remarkable reassessment of one of holy warfare?s bloodiest chapters. Cost : £ 15.99
Rural Britain Then & Now How has the British countryside changed over the last 140 years? Drawing upon photographs from the Francis Frith Collection and also upon contemporary images, this is a glorious celebration of our rural past.
Cost : £ 15.99
ExamCram2 CCNA Practice Questions (640-801) The perfect companion for CCNA preparation, Exam Cram 2 (Exam 640-801) covers the first exam needed to become a Cisco Certified Professional and is ideal for last minute revision. Cost : £ 10.99
American Dynasty In the first ever in-depth history of the Bush clan, a former White House strategist reveals how a family of fat-cats and fraudsters came to run the most powerful country in the world. Cost : £ 14.99
Revise GCSE Maths These Letts Revise GCSE books will provide everything you need to secure the grades you want for these crucial exams. Cost : £ 7.99
World War Two Day By Day The ultimate illustrated history takes you through World War II using the latest de-classified information to paint a uniquely vivid and accurate picture of those 2,175 turbulent, triumphant days. Cost : £ 19.99
Life Expectancy Master of apocalyptic horror Dean Koontz returns to wreak mayhem on your sleeping patterns with his new thriller. Powerful and highly charged, Life Expectancy is a one-sitting read. Cost : £ 8.99
Robert E. Lee General Robert E. Lee quickly emerged as one of the great heroes of the American Civil War. As a non-American, Professor Holden Reid brings a fresh, detached eye to the Lee legend. Cost : £ 11.99
Eurekas & Euphorias: Oxford Scientific Anecdotes Packed with amusing stories and unearthed gems, this jolly celebration of nutty professors and lab lunacy is the perfect present for the scientist in the family! Cost : £ 12.99
Legends 2 Gathered together in one outstanding volume ? 11 breathtaking tales from the best writers in the Fantasy business, each contributing a special addition to the unique universe that has brought them acclaim. Cost : £ 10.99
The Plot Against America Pulitzer-prize-winner Philip Roth?s position as a Master of American Letters is unassailable, and with this gripping new novel, he is at the height of his powers. This is a devastating, all-too-believable vision of an America that might have been. Cost : £ 9.99
The Royal Tombs of Great Britain Drawing on primary source material, this well-illustrated book examines the long-neglected subject of the tombs of Great Britain?s monarchs from the seventh century AD to the Georgian era. Cost : £ 20.0
Number 57 57 Kingsdown Parade was one of Bristol?s first terraced houses. The fascinating story of Number 57 and its inhabitants over the years is told in this riveting companion to the Channel 4 TV series. Cost : £ 15.99
The Bomb In The Bomb Gerard DeGroot has captured the Bomb?s short but vastly significant life in all its scope. A compelling read. Cost : £ 14.99
Wish You Were Here Douglas Adams?s first publisher and long-term friend reveals the man behind the phenomenon of The Hitchhiker?s Guide to the Galaxy in an affectionate and uniquely authoritative official biography. Cost : £ 14.99
The Myths Of Rome In tracing the development of the Roman story-world from the sixth century BC to the second AD, this superbly illustrated volume presents the neglected evidence for the existence of Roman myths. Cost : £ 35.0
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. Cost : £ 14.95
Five People Meet Heaven Following his phenomenally successful memoir Tuesdays with Morrie that sold nine million copies worldwide, Mitch Albom?s first novel is a magical and touching modern fable. Cost : £ 7.99
Ironcrown Moon The Boreal Moon Tale enters its second phase and the magic gets darker and the intrigue deadlier, as mortal and supernatural cast covetous eyes over the kingdom of High Blenholme. Cost : £ 10.99
Journey Into The Void The final part of the Sovereign Stone trilogy ? from the makers of the DragonLance universe ? sees one last desperate battle for Leorem. A gripping story of magical power and corruption. Cost : £ 9.99
Metro Underground railways now flourish in over 200 cities around the globe. This entertaining and highly illustrated account takes an amazing journey through many of the world?s finest metros. Cost : £ 15.99
The 21st Century Beauty Bible In this, the most comprehensive tried-and-tested survey of cosmetic products ever carried out, over 600 women tried thousands of products to bring you an unbiased shortlist of the very best. Cost : £ 9.99
Letts Study Guide Key Stage 3 French Preparation in French for Key Stage 3 becomes less stressful and more straightforward than ever with this excellent visual-based aids from Letts, one of the top names in revision. Cost : £ 8.99
My Big Book of Learning Let children have fun learning with a colourful activity centre of their very own. With four jigsaw activities, wipe-clean pages and questions to solve, kids will be off to a flying start. Cost : £ 9.99
House Of The Scorpion Winner of the U.S. National Book Award in the Young People?s Literature category, Nancy Farmer?s chilling dystopian novel is a mesmerising read for both teenagers and adults. Cost : £ 5.99
Creating the Scenic Landscape Shows how to create all the elements that you need to enhance your model railway. From stations and buildings through to fields, trees, roads and rivers. Cost : £ 11.99
Century Rain Reynolds again proves himself a master storyteller with this absorbing tale that is part thriller, part SF adventure and part alternate history, and is full of intricate detail, mind-boggling technology and wondrous alien worlds. Cost : £ 10.99
Life Swings Nick Faldo reveals the private man behind the public face, talking frankly about his private life, his amazing professional career and how he has successfully achieved a new calm in recent years. Cost : £ 14.99
Wives And Lovers This many-layered family story brings alive the dilemmas of love and marriage in the 21st century. A debut novel guaranteed to appeal to fans of Joanna Trollope and Penny Vincenzi. Cost : £ 7.99
The Worldwide Guide to Movie Locations If you?ve ever wanted to have breakfast at Tiffany?s, follow in 007?s footsteps or live la dolce vita, then this unique, comprehensive international guide to movie locations is a must. Cost : £ 12.99
Dr Ali's Integrated Nutrition Bible Celebrity physician, Dr Ali, offers the definitive source of advice on eating right for your body type. Ideal for those who want to establish healthy eating habits but aren?t sure where to begin. Cost : £ 15.0
The Insider The former editor of the News of the World and The Mirror reveals the shocking and laugh-out-loud contents of his diaries, offering a startling assessment of politics, media and celebrity in 21st century Britain. Cost : £ 7.19
The Bedford Boys Many young men from Bedford, Virginia were killed in the Omaha landings in WWII. This is the true story of one small town and the price it paid on the beaches of Normandy. Cost : £ 10.99
Shopaholic & Sister This hilarious trip to the high street and back is the brand new novel in Sophie Kinsella?s best-selling Shopaholic series. Cost : £ 8.99
If We're So In Love, Why Aren't We Happy? If I'm So Wonderful, Why am I Still Single? was a worldwide bestseller for relationship coach Susan Page. Now, in her latest book, she offers a completely novel approach to improving your relationship. Cost : £ 7.99
Danny Boy In this moving saga, set in Ireland and Birmingham, the author of Keep Smiling Through follows a young family struggling to cope with the effects of the 1916 Easter Uprising. Cost : £ 6.99
Scottish Steam Scotland was among the last bastions of British main-line steam. With images by one of Scotland?s greatest railway photographers, this is a nostalgic reminder of the final decade of Scottish steam. Cost : £ 20.0
The Etched City Freedom fighters from a failed revolution confront the beauty in a malaise of shadows. Much akin to Stephen King?s Dark Tower series, The Etched City packs a dark and brooding punch. Cost : £ 7.99
The Mango Season Full of compelling, wonderfully drawn characters, this is a witty, evocative and beautifully written tale of East meeting West and past meeting present. Cost : £ 4.99
Angels Unlimited: Winging It Melanie Beeby, just thirteen, has been permanently removed from the late 20th Century by a speeding joy rider. But now she can start her new career ? as a feisty, witty, time-travelling angel! Cost : £ 3.99
The Kiss Danielle Steel is a phenomenon, author of 52 bestsellers, she has sold an incredible 450 million books worldwide. Her compelling new novel is a deeply moving exploration of how one single moment can change lives forever. Cost : £ 9.99
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. Cost : £ 10.99
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Portfolio 12 Chosen from 19,000 entries to the BG Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition, this book is filled with spectacular photographs of the world?s wildlife at work, rest and play. Cost : £ 17.99
Abhorsen The epic saga that began with Sabriel comes to its shattering conclusion in Abhorsen. The award-winning Garth Nix surpasses himself to deliver a story you?ll devour in one sitting. Cost : £ 2.79
Sandman Endless Nights Neil Gaiman teams up with some of the finest artists in the comics business to tell seven new stories of his best-loved characters, The Endless, in this hardback collector?s edition. Cost : £ 19.99
Book of Proper Names Bestselling French author Nothomb brings us a deceptively simple fable of maternal love and vicarious obsession. The Book of Proper Names, her UK debut, has sold over 250,000 copies in France. Cost : £ 7.99
The Great Escape Accompanying the ITV documentary, this accessible popular history (which is based on first-hand accounts) tells the gripping true story of the most famous Second World War prison camp escape. Cost : £ 14.99
Practical Astrology By Numbers Based on the Japanese system of feng shui astrology, also known as nine ki astrology, Feng Shui consultant Simon G. Brown presents specially devised ki energy charts to help you make a positive contributions to many areas of your life. Cost : £ 9.0
A Past and Present Companion: The Kent and East Sussex Railway A fascinating ?past? and ?present? photographic exploration by Terry Gough of the entire length of the original Kent & East Sussex Railway, from Headcorn in Kent to Robertsbridge in East Sussex. Cost : £ 11.99
Prisoner of Ironsea Tower Following on from the highly acclaimed Lord of Snow and Shadows, Sarah Ash continues her dark, enthralling and refreshingly original Tears of Artamon saga. Cost : £ 7.99
Modelling Aspects of the Coal Industry Modelling coal mines can be one of the hobby?s most enjoyable and easiest aspects. This helpful account deals both with modelling and the history and every facet of the coal mining industry.
Cost : £ 15.99
Girl From The South Joanna Trollope returns with a sparklingly entertaining tale of emotional turmoil and human dilemmas. Cost : £ 8.99
Charles V The first major study of Charles V, King of Spain and Holy Roman Emperor during much of the 16th century, who remains one of the most interesting and perplexing of the great European monarchs.
Cost : £ 15.99
Art Of Del Nido For those of you who like your fantasy art strong, sultry and scantily clad, this book is an essential addition to your bedside draw . . . sorry, bookshelf! Cost : £ 11.99
Freedom's Ransom At last, after a number of years away working on other projects, the multiple award-winning grande dâme of SF, Anne McCaffrey, has returned with a fourth episode in the Catteni Sequence. Cost : £ 9.99
I, Fatty Jerry Stahl, the celebrated author of Permanent Midnight, brings his brilliant, unique narrative style to the story of the rise and fall of Fatty Arbuckle, once the world?s best-loved screen actor. Cost : £ 7.99
Morality For Beautiful Girls Populated by fantastic characters ? not least Precious Ramotswe herself ? and infused with warm humour, easy charm and a healthy dose of adventure, this is another unmissable chapter in a superb series. Cost : £ 4.99
Incognita A riotous tale of love and intrigue by the master of Restoration comedy. With its masked balls, mistaken identities and Italian backdrop, Incognita is a glamorous, delightful mix of chivalry and chicanery. Cost : £ 4.99
Space This compact book provides the perfect example of how limited space can be used to a designer?s advantage. Light, contemporary and beautifully illustrated, the little volume mirrors the style of the striking Japanese interiors it showcases. Cost : £ 15.95
The Family Mario Puzo is a name that is synonymous with mafia legend. Thirty years after the publication of his most famous work, The Godfather, he returns to the theme of family and blood loyalty in this, his last ever novel. Cost : £ 4.99
Wish Upon A Star Wish Upon a Star is a feel-good love story for everyone who loved Notting Hill, Four Weddings and a Funeral and Bridget Jones?s Diary. Cost : £ 7.99
Collins Concise Thesaurus An ideal companion to the Concise Dictionary, this major new edition of Collins Concise Thesaurus is the most practical and accessible family thesaurus available, and includes many new features. Cost : £ 13.99
The Writer's Handbook 2003 Now in its 16th bestselling year, this new edition of the complete reference for wordsmiths of all kinds contains more than 5,500 entries, covering every area of creative writing. Cost : £ 9.99
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. Cost : £ 24.99
Illumina Illumina is a spectacular collection of more than 100 important paintings, sketches and previously unpublished conceptual drawings by one of fantasy and SF?s most versatile and talented young artists. Cost : £ 14.99
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. Cost : £ 9.99
Introduction To PC Hardware and Troubleshooting Part of Mike Meyer?s Computer Skills series this introduction to PC architecture and basic troubleshooting skills encourages learning through practice. Its step-by-step tutorials are designed to make learning fun. Cost : £ 27.99
Handwritten The next big trend in typography is the handcrafted letter. This is the first publication to offer a complete overview of handwritten typographies, drawing on an extensive array of examples from around the world. Cost : £ 19.95
Star Wars: Survivor's Quest Luke Skywalker and his Jedi wife Mara Jade embark on an exciting and dangerous mission to combat an insidious enemy and salvage a part of Jedi history. Is this the end for the Jedi? Cost : £ 10.99
Life Of Pi The book that saw off heavyweight opposition to win the 2002 Booker Prize, Life of Pi is a hugely acclaimed, extraordinary piece of fiction that demands to be read. Cost : £ 4.99
The Vote Completed just before Paul Foot?s death in July 2004, The Vote is the culmination of a lifetime?s work, and tells the dramatic story of the long battle for the vote and then of the slow erosion of its power. Cost : £ 18.99
Self's Punishment The Gerhard Self Mysteries by the award-winning author of the Reader in conjunction with Walter Popp became instant bestsellers in the 1980?s. This is the first of the three detective stories. Cost : £ 7.99
A Prayer For Owen Meany Widely regarded as John Irving?s finest novel and boasting his most memorable character, A Prayer for Owen Meany has become a modern classic and perhaps Irving?s most affecting work. Cost : £ 4.99
The Rule Of Four Fans of The Da Vinci Code will devour this intriguing tale of encrypted text, dark secrets and murder. Intelligent, well plotted and utterly absorbing, this thriller that will stay in your mind long after you turn the final page. Cost : £ 3.99
Nothing Like the Night The acclaimed urban noir crime debut The Dead Sit Round in a Ring introduced the tough cop Stella Mooney. Nothing like the Night is a challenging and palpably gripping sequel. Cost : £ 6.99
John Bellany A haul of paintings by one of Scotland?s finest artists can be found in this exquisitely produced volume. The son of a fisherman, John Bellany has produced some of the most surprising paintings of recent history. Cost : £ 28.0
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Famous for inspiring the Oscar-winning 1975 film starring Jack Nicholson, this astonishing novel tells of one man?s battle against the system; tragic, hilarious and heroic. Cost : £ 4.49
Fingersmith Danger lurks within a gloomy mansion as secrets from the past are revealed. A gripping, macabre story of fraud, insanity and lies Cost : £ 4.99
Willing Slaves A hard hitting exposé of the overwork culture and modern management techniques which seduce millions of people to hand over the best part of their lives to their employer. Cost : £ 9.99
AA Spiral Guide Portugal The AA Spiral Guide is colourful, compact and full of useful information, and the round binder enables pages to be folded flat so you?ll never lose your place. Cost : £ 7.99
Unexpected Blessings Packed with emotion and suspense, Barbara Taylor Bradford?s new blockbuster charts Emma Harte?s war experiences and the repercussions the past has for present members of the Harte clan. Cost : £ 10.99
The Queen & I Sue Townsend?s seminal comic masterpiece is reissued; a brilliant, witty look at what the future might hold for the monarchy in a tale that is ?laugh-out-loud funny? (Sunday Telegraph). Cost : £ 4.99
The Great Mortality The mid-14th century epidemic known as the ?Black Death? killed 25 million Europeans. This gripping account uses original source material to provide a harrowing portrait of this appalling plague. Cost : £ 14.99
The Usborne Illustrated Dictionary of Maths Exam success in mathematics is just around the corner thanks to a superb mix of in-depth content, crystal-clear presentation and internet links, offering solid support for Key Stage Three. Cost : £ 6.99
Foreign Fruit This vivid, moving and absorbing new novel from the bestselling author of Sheltering Rain boasts a brilliantly executed, totally engrossing plot and flesh-and-blood characters. Cost : £ 8.99
The Fabric Of the Cosmos The prize-winning author of The Elegant Universe offers a hot-off-the-press bulletin on the current state of knowledge about our Universe. Comparisons with A Brief History of Time spring to mind. Cost : £ 18.99
Loving Geordie Blink was a hard-hitting, atmospheric whodunnit set in the 1960s. Returning to the same era, Andrea Badenoch?s Loving Geordie is a disturbing coming-of-age tale.
Cost : £ 9.99
An Auctioneer's Lot Anyone who?s ever dreamed of finding a priceless picture in the attic or unearthing hidden treasures at a car boot sale will love this collection of true tales from the auction rooms. Cost : £ 5.99
Dragonhenge Dragon artist Bob Eggleton joins bestselling author John Grant to create an unforgettable world of dragon fantasy. This colour art storybook is a feast of visual and lyrical splendour. Cost : £ 14.99
DK Eyewitness: Ancient Greece Perfect for young readers, this spectacular book contains over 300 colour photographs and easy-to-follow text. Cost : £ 4.49
Kid Wrangling In this funny yet reassuring guide, Kaz Cooke ? author of the bestselling Rough Guide to Pregnancy ? delivers up-to-date info on how to care for your baby, toddler and pre-schooler without losing your marbles! Cost : £ 11.99
Power And Glory The most famed translation of the Bible into English took place during King James I?s reign. Four centuries on, this vivid account recreates the historical background to this remarkable achievement. Cost : £ 11.99
The Bad Apple The Bad Apple is the new title in the From The Heart series. A touching and powerful tale of adversity and survival, this debut novel marks out Rosie Goodwin as a major talent. Cost : £ 9.99
Marsha Mellow And Me Amy leads a double life and now she?s in big trouble in this sensational debut rom-com with a difference that shows how keeping secrets can be really painful and painfully funny. Cost : £ 4.99
Bravemouth Packed with personal anecdotes and insights, this is Mrs Billy Connolly?s remarkable follow-up to the mega-selling Billy ? a tale of her life with her husband in one extraordinary year. Cost : £ 14.99
Putting out the stars Billed as the Irish Joanna Trollope, Roisin Meaney sensitively examines the complications of modern marriages, and the secrets that bind and divide families. Fans of Cold Feet will enjoy this beautifully observed tale. Cost : £ 5.99
Mother God This convention-defying book explores the current renewed interest in the more meaningful, intuitive ways of the Feminine Principle and explains how we can bring Her love and healing into our everyday lives Cost : £ 7.99
Right Plant, Right Place Covering over 2000 plants for every situation in the garden, and featuring over 1000 new photographs, this is the new edition of the classic gardening reference that makes choosing plants a breeze. Cost : £ 13.49
The Lambs Of London Master biographer, novelist and scribe of London Ackroyd, takes the true, harrowing story of Charles and Mary Lamb (Lamb?s Tales from Shakespeare) and adds his unique fictional twist. Cost : £ 9.99
Classic Conran In reaction to the trend for increasingly complex recipes, celebrated restaurateur Terence Conran and his wife Vicki have put together a collection of simple but satisfying dishes that make use of the very best ingredients. Cost : £ 19.99
The Peacock Emporium Novels as gripping as this come along very rarely. A moving multi-generational tale of love and coming to terms with the past, you?ll cry, you?ll be uplifted and you?ll be hooked to the last page! Cost : £ 4.99
The Story of M Maria Isabel Pita is a beautiful, intelligent, articulate and fiercely independent woman. Yet she is also willingly ? and happily ? one man?s love slave with only one desire: to obey her Master?s commands and fulfil His every sexual need. Cost : £ 7.99
Drawing: Foundation Course Give your drawing a polished edge! This book is illustrated with dozens of inspiringly beautiful pictures that serve as a clear guide to the broad range of technical skills and artistic principles outlined. Cost : £ 11.99
White Devil White Devil is the gripping true story of ?Rogers? Raid? the bloody revenge mission against the French-affiliated Abenaki Indians that was the inspiration for Last of the Mohicans. Cost : £ 16.0
The Vanished Man From master psychological thriller writer Jeffery Deaver comes the most challenging case yet for Lincoln Rhyme and Amelia Sachs ? the strangest team in crime busting.
Cost : £ 9.99
Waffen-SS Handbook 1933-1945 The Waffen-SS were the tough elite of Hitler?s army. This rigorous reference work, which includes a chronology and many previously unpublished photographs, follows the force from inception to disbandment. Cost : £ 20.0
The Great Warbow The bow and arrow played a central role in the conflicts of the Middle Ages. This definitive and wide-ranging study takes us on a fascinating journey through the story of medieval military archery. Cost : £ 20.0
Tracing Your Ancestors in the Public Record Office Would you like to know more about where your family came from, or what the names of your distant ancestors were? With the help of this fully updated guide, you?ll be able to find out just what your roots are! Cost : £ 11.99
Marie Claire Kitchen Marie Claire cook books are renowned for their fresh, simple and stylish recipes. This stunning new book brings together the best recipes from previous Marie Claire titles and dozens of brand new recipes. Cost : £ 15.99
The Opposite Of Fate Sure to delight Amy Tan?s legions of fans, this collection of articles and musings offers a rare glimpse into her heart and mind as she explores how we can triumph over life?s misfortunes. Cost : £ 11.99
Nothing Green Evelyn Doyle?s bestselling, remarkable memoir Evelyn was recently brought to life in a major film starring Pierce Brosnan. Nothing Green is the enthralling sequel that continues Evelyn?s dramatic life story. Cost : £ 9.99
Business Cards How do you make a good impression that lasts? One way is with a really eye-catching business card, and this quirky book is packed with some particularly fine examples. Cost : £ 15.95
Creating a Spreadsheet in Excel For those who suddenly find themselves in the position of having to create a spreadsheet?now! But don't have the foggiest idea where to start, this slim guide provides the answer. Cost : £ 7.99
Into The Garden Every one of Virginia Andrews? novels has been a huge bestseller. With beautifully drawn characters and a finely crafted plot, Into the Garden is a wonderful sequel to her last blockbuster Wildflowers.
Cost : £ 9.99
The Sky is Falling On Our Heads Penn?s quest to travel the Celtic nations and become a performance poet is captivating and funny. Pick up your blackthorn stick, have a wee dram and follow him. Cost : £ 10.99
So Many Children Drawing upon her own experiences as a nurse, bestselling author Anne Baker has written a heart-warming, evocative and stirring Merseyside saga with a truly memorable heroine. Cost : £ 9.99
Fashionistas Listed in Heat magazine?s top ten, this bitchfest blows the top on the cut-throat world of fashion magazines, with the same wit, bite and style that made ?The Devil Wears Prada? so successful. Cost : £ 4.49
Ism: Understanding Art This easy-to-use book provides the perfect path to acquainting yourself with a wide range of art ?isms?. Covering the isms of the Renaissance to the isms of now, it will give you a practical introduction to all the significant movements that have shaped a Cost : £ 9.99
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. Cost : £ 9.99
Just a Boy Reminiscent of Dave Pelzer?s memoirs and Kevin Lewis?s The Kid, this is a heartbreaking but inspirational account of how the author?s childhood was destroyed when his mother was murdered by the ?Yorkshire Ripper?. Cost : £ 5.99
Sarah Highly recommended for fans of The Red Tent and the Boudica series, this first book in an epic trilogy brings the Old Testament dramatically to life through the story of Sarah, wife of Abraham. Cost : £ 7.99
Poirot: The Perfect Murders Agatha Christie?s Poirot has proven to be one of crime fiction?s most enduring icons. This stylish new collection brings together four of the meticulous Belgian detective?s classic cases. Cost : £ 7.99
The Diary of John Evelyn John Evelyn was one of an influential circle which included Christopher Wren and Samuel Pepys. His diary is among the principal sources on English 17th-century life and manners. Cost : £ 11.99
MOMA Design Encyclopedia MOMA?s sweeping overview of design across the world is guaranteed to become a well-thumbed essential in any art-lover?s collection. Unlike many reference works, the book is colourfully illustrated throughout. Cost : £ 29.99
The Handbag Book of Girly Love Emergencies Whether you?re looking for love, sex or just a bit of fun, this handbag book is packed with all the advice you need to survive any love crisis with your mascara still intact. Cost : £ 4.49
Turn Of The Tide Alexandra Connor?s hugely entertaining novel is set among Blackpool?s boarding houses. Moving, dramatic and with loveable characters, this is a gripping read from a new star of saga writing. Cost : £ 10.99
Hide And Seek In John Rebus?s second investigation, Ian Rankin exposes the seedier side of the beautiful city of Edinburgh, delivering his hard-hitting and utterly absorbing plot against an atmospheric and authentic setting. Cost : £ 4.49
The Little Princesses Causing great controversy when published in 1950, The Little Princesses is a touching behind-the-scenes look at the childhood of the Queen and Princess Margaret by their nanny Marion Crawford. Cost : £ 10.99
Stalin and his Hangmen Like other tyrants, Stalin won and held power because he had collaborators. Drawing on newly released archival material, this colourful account gives a complete picture of Stalin?s inner circle. Cost : £ 15.99
The Excursion Train Fans of Ellis Peters and Michael Jecks will adore Edward Marston?s second criminal outing on the Victorian railways. Rich in period detail and meticulously plotted, The Excursion Train is a captivating read. Cost : £ 10.99
Babe Bible From the author of the Lazy Girls Guides comes an entertaining guide that's packed with ideas for modern women who want quick-fix solutions to the problems in their life. Cost : £ 7.99
Ringworld's Children Multiple Hugo and Nebula Award winner Larry Niven continues his compelling Ringworld series in a novel that reveals some secrets ? including Ringworld?s origin ? while raising all new mysteries and questions. Cost : £ 10.99
The Shadow Of The Wind A mystery, a love story, and a literary marvel, this magnificent book has sold over 300,000 copies in Spain and 150,000 in Germany. Read it in the faultless English translation by Lucia Graves. Cost : £ 4.99
Streets Of Glasgow Through beautiful colour images, this superb volume in the popular ?Streets of? series examines how public transport in Glasgow evolved in the decades after World War II. Cost : £ 11.99
Frederick The Great Frederick the Great of Prussia is one of Europe?s legendary personalities. Based on thorough research, this fresh biography provides a reliable, insightful portrait of this fascinating monarch. Cost : £ 11.99
Wicca Handbook Wicca Priestess and author of The Real Halloween, Sheena Morgan, returns with an indispensable guide equipping wicca enthusiasts with everything they need to gain a practical, working knowledge of witchcraft. Cost : £ 13.99
The Kingfisher Geography Encyclopedia Proving solid support for Key Stage Two and beyond, this lavishly illustrated family reference maps every corner of our planet, covering both physical and political geography. Cost : £ 20.0
The Complete Chronicles Of Narnia seven-book set C.S. Lewis?s wit, wisdom and skillful blend of excitement, adventure and fantasy, have enchanted generations. Cost : £ 16.93
Luftwaffe Secret Projects: Ground Attack & Special Purpose Aircraft Fascinating for all aviation enthusiasts this book lifts the lid on some of the most revolutionary new aviation concepts being devised by the enemy during World War II. Cost : £ 25.0
Pepys: The Later Diaries As well as his famous personal diary, Samuel Pepys wrote several short journals at key points in his later life. These lesser-known chronicles are here available to the general reader for the first time. Cost : £ 15.99
The Complete Tolkien Companion When Tolkien created Middle-Earth, he created a superbly realised world with its own history, geography, and language. This fully revised edition of the ultimate Middle-Earth companion will guide you through his mystical landscape.
Cost : £ 6.99
The Narrows Master of American crime fiction Michael Connelly topped the UK bestseller list for the first time with his last novel, Lost Light. He now returns with the disturbing follow up to his breakthrough thriller The Poet. Cost : £ 10.99
Bury The Chains Although 18th-century Britain dominated the transatlantic slave trade, things began to change in 1788. Bury the Chains tells the remarkable story of the determined men who sought to end slavery. Cost : £ 15.99
Zen Masterclass Zen is enormously popular in the West and now you can learn from the original Masters in this thoroughly inspiring journey which traces the history and evolution of 20 great Zen Buddhists. Cost : £ 17.98
Last Train to Memphis Last Train to Memphis is the first book in a two-part biography of Elvis Presley. Together these books form what is widely regarded as the finest account of his life ever written. Cost : £ 7.99
Poisoned Lives Drawing on contemporary documents, this well-researched and ground-breaking account is a highly readable look at English poisoners and their victims throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Cost : £ 15.95
Female And Forgetful Do you ever walk into a room and forget why you?re there, or space out mid-sentence? This ground-breaking book contains an all-natural programme that will help improve your memory in six easy steps. Cost : £ 6.99
Paradiso Seasons Enjoy dishes that use fresh produce when it is at its best, such as Avocado and Rocket Risotto in spring and Roast Pumpkin, Onion and Feta Tart in autumn. Cost : £ 20.0
The Essential Atkins for Life Kit: the Next Level Everyone?s talking about the Atkins diet. Why? Because unlike most other diets you can eat all the meat, eggs, cheese, butter and oils as you like ? and still lose weight! Cost : £ 16.0
Starting to Paint If you want to start painting and have decided on watercolour, then this is the book for you. Here you?ll receive a complete course in tips and techniques that will help you produce some impressive work. Cost : £ 7.99
Lord of Rings Trilogy Photo Guide This stunning, full-colour storybook contains over 250 photographs from Peter Jackson?s film trilogy ? a great introduction for younger readers to the phenomenally-successful films and the best-selling books. Cost : £ 7.99
Zulu Renowned historian Saul David skilfully shows how a short, sharp strike to eliminate Zulu military power and forge a South African confederation turned into a protracted war that cost thousands of lives and had repercussions at the highest levels of power Cost : £ 15.99
Rising '44 The 1944 Warsaw Rising ? a horrific battle between the Polish Resistance and the Wehrmacht ? saw most of the city destroyed. Norman Davies? vivid account recreates this little-studied episode. Cost : £ 20.0
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. Cost : £ 9.99
Nothing Simple Popular Irish author Lia Mills returns with this engaging and sophisticated tale of one woman?s experiences and emotions as she moves from girlhood to motherhood and from Ireland to America. Cost : £ 7.99
Assault Division First published in 1947, and therefore not reliant on second-hand sources, this book is a classic of military writing. It tells the full story of one Division, the 3rd, from its preparations for D-Day through to the surrender of Germany. Cost : £ 15.99
Hulk: The Incredible Guide Immerse yourself in all things big, green and mean in this spectacular guide to the Hulk?s 40-year history, his enemies, friends and staggering powers! Cost : £ 10.99
Eats, Shites & Leaves Why use one word when you can use fifteen? Using the hilarious examples in this book, learn how to confound and confuse, puzzle and perplex, baffle and bemuse your fellow Englishman. Cost : £ 3.99
The Ultimate Wizards and Witches Glow in the Dark Sticker Book Over 60 glow-in-the-dark reusable stickers bring wizards and witches to life! Information pages reveal many magical facts, while the wide variety of images will stimulate young imaginations. Cost : £ 2.99
Second World War Carrier Campaigns It could be argued that aircraft carriers were the decisive naval weapons system of the Second World War. This engrossing history of their role in the war is brought alive by eyewitness accounts and some interesting photographs. Cost : £ 15.99
Sickened As astonishing, powerful and moving as A Child Called ?It?, Sickened is Julie Gregory?s Pulitzer-nominated account of the abuse she suffered under a mother afflicted with the rare mental disorder Munchausen by Proxy. Cost : £ 9.99
Shooting History Jon Snow is perhaps the most highly regarded newsman of our time. Following in the footsteps of John Simpson and Michael Buerk, this revealing autobiography records his life and times as a journalist from the early '70s. Cost : £ 15.99
Magna Carta A profound symbol of rights and justice, Magna Carta is a foundation of English law and politics. The making of the document and its lasting legacy are examined in this lively account. Cost : £ 15.99
Abarat Clive Barker, bestselling author of Weaveworld, Imajica and Cabal, has written and illustrated a phenomenal fable populated with a monstrous cast of weird and fearsome creatures. Cost : £ 9.99
Wolfpack Warriors In the later years of the Second World War, Allied air supremacy was vital. The job of maintaining it mainly fell to the USAAF long-range fighters, the most successful of which was the 56th Fighter Group, ?Zemke?s Wolfpack?. Cost : £ 15.99
Aviation Century: The Early Years The Aviation Century series covers the development of manned flight from the early years through to WWII. Lavishly illustrated in colour throughout, the books celebrate the pioneers who made today?s supersonic age possible. Cost : £ 19.99
After Berlin A young woman pilot?s daring World War II escapades and her love for the man who taught her to fly are at the heart of this moving and nostalgic adventure love story. Cost : £ 7.99
Game Architecture and Design ? A New Edition A detailed guide to game design and planning from first concept to the start of development that puts you in the picture of look, feel and playability in game creation. Cost : £ 28.99
Perdita An authoritative, engaging portrait of a woman who was variously darling of the London stage, a poet admired by Coleridge and a mistress to the most powerful men in England. Cost : £ 4.99
Walker Flip-Flap Books x5 Surprises, twists in the tail and inventive use of flaps to bring these colourful Flip-Flap books to life. Created by Walker Books? top authors and illustrators, each is uniquely special. Cost : £ 11.95
War In The Air Over fifty of respected aviation artist Mark Postlethwaite?s finest original World War Two aviation paintings are brought together for the first time in this truly outstanding collector?s edition. Cost : £ 22.99
Celebrity Style Secrets From the dietician who helped Uma Thurman drop 25lb of post baby fat to the personal trainer who transformed Angelina Jolie into Lara Croft ? Hollywood?s beauty gurus share their top tips and tricks. Cost : £ 5.99
Sinatra The perfect gift for every Sinatra fan, this definitive illustrated biography of Ol? Blue Eyes is both a stunning visual treat and a revealing insight into the 20th century?s greatest vocalist. Cost : £ 20.0
Immunity Foods For Healthy Kids A healthy immune system is a key factor in our children?s health. Here trained nutritionist and specialist in children?s health, Lucy Burney, shows you how to boost your child?s immune system naturally through their diet. Cost : £ 11.99
Sands Of Time Barbara Erskine?s compelling collection of suspenseful, evocative and romantic stories includes two tales that follow the fortunes of characters from her acclaimed bestseller, Whispers in the Sand.
Cost : £ 10.99
Not Safe After Dark Peter Robinson has attained both commercial and critical success with his superb Inspector Banks novels. Here he presents a stunning collection of short stories that will challenge everything we take for granted. Cost : £ 10.99
The Enemies Of Rome Which colourful and formidable characters challenged the Roman Empire?s might? This vivid account looks at Rome?s growth and eventual demise from the viewpoint of those who fought against it. Cost : £ 15.95
A Prison Diary Volume 3 Brimming with all the scandals and revelations you?d expect, this is the final volume of Jeffrey Archer?s bestselling Prison Diaries. Whether you admire or despise him, this is compulsive reading. Cost : £ 14.99
The Printer's Devil Paul Bajoria, already a seasoned writer for radio, has written an extraordinary debut novel that evokes the sinister Victorian atmosphere of Leon Garfield. Mystery lovers of all ages will devour it. Cost : £ 8.99
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. Cost : £ 11.99
Jigs And Reels With her first ever collection of short stories, Joanne Harris has presented us with a platter full of irresistibly wicked canapés. We have no choice but to devour them gluttonously. Cost : £ 3.99
Naked Empire Ideal for both fans and newcomers, this spellbinding stand-alone tale, set in the world of the Sword of Truth series, tells of the heroic Richard Rahl and the sacrifices made for love. Cost : £ 10.99
Everything you ever wanted to ask about willies and other boy's bits Don?t Panic about Puberty!
Here?s everything you never wanted to ask ? but need to know ? about willies! And it's illustrated with funny and sympathetic cartoons. Cost : £ 4.49
Choosing Colours Kevin McCloud, presenter of Channel 4?s Grand Designs, takes the hard work out of choosing colours with his personal choice of the best colours to use in every type of home. Cost : £ 15.99
Brunel: The Great Engineer A comprehensive and highly illustrated account of the renowned 19th-century British engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, which provides a definitive account of his remarkable achievements. Cost : £ 19.99
Magician's Circle There?s nothing like the spell cast by a gripping read. Magician?s Circle gathers together fourteen stories of sorcery from writers as diverse as Charles Dickens, Roald Dahl and Philip Pullman. Cost : £ 7.99
Blistering Barbecues Make your barbecue a real gourmet affair with this enticing collection of recipes from the Blistering Barbecues company, barbecuers to the rich and famous from HRH Prince of Wales to Nigella Lawson Cost : £ 11.99
The Inheritance The Inheritance is a funny, sympathetic and gripping novel from a major new talent. Annabel Dilke?s tale of a family clinging to their privileged existence is just impossible to put down. Cost : £ 9.99
The Call-Up A colourful and comprehensive history that combines the hilarious and the moving, this book considers National Service, the defining experiences of a generation. Cost : £ 14.99
Ancient Cities An authoritative, accessible study of the metropolises of antiquity, which surveys the cities of the Ancient Near East, Egypt, and the Greek and Roman worlds from an archaeological perspective. Cost : £ 15.99
Old Filth Jane Gardam is the only writer to have won the Whitbread Award twice. Her incisive, witty new novel offers us a magnificent snapshot of the sunset of the British Empire. Cost : £ 8.99
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! Cost : £ 7.19
1000 Patterns 1000 Patterns is a comprehensive directory of international patterns. Arranged by period and style, this beautiful book illustrates patterns used in a range of cultures from the ancient world to today. Cost : £ 15.99
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. Cost : £ 19.99
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. Cost : £ 8.0
Tommy Walsh Bathroom DIY Whether you're a DIY expert or a complete novice, Tommy is on hand with practical advice, insider's tips ? and a few jokes ? to take you through every stage of planning, fitting and repairing a bathroom. Cost : £ 11.99
Star Quality/Easy Living From the team behind Wallace and Gromit come two humorous gift books featuring words of wisdom from Alvin the Performing Bear and Captain Cuddlepuss, two of the best-loved characters from Creature Comforts. Cost : £ 7.98
Vampires: The Occult Truth Containing real first-person encounters with vampires, this book reveals the chilling truth about the legend that refuses to die . . . Cost : £ 7.99
The Exiled Set in medieval England, this is the powerful sequel to The Innocent. A real page-turner, it marks out Posie Graeme-Evans as an exciting new author ? if you like Philippa Gregory, you?ll love this novel! Cost : £ 9.99
Hester's Story Following the success of her bestselling debut Facing the Light, Adele Geras draws you into the fascinating world of a prima ballerina in a novel that is every bit as powerful and engrossing. Cost : £ 7.99
The Remedy From a strong new voice in historical fiction comes this ravishing story of an 18th century Venetian nun-turned-spy and her love affair with the prince of London?s medical underworld. Cost : £ 7.99
Upgrading Your Home PC With the right resource, upgrading's easier than you think. Cost : £ 11.99
The Nations Favourite Poems/Love Poems Two anthologies of the nation?s most popular poems, as voted for by BBC viewers. ?. . . the best popular anthology ever printed in Britain? ? Auberon Waugh. Cost : £ 7.98
Macromedia Flash MX Virtual Classroom Learn how to create top-notch web animation from Flash guru and bestselling author Doug Sahlin as he walks you through it step by step. Cost : £ 21.99
The Codex Prepare yourself for a rip-roaring adventure with this new page-turning thriller from Douglas Preston. Fans of Dan Brown and Michael Crichton will love this high-octane hunt for a priceless collection of treasure. Cost : £ 10.99
Ash And Bone John Harvey?s first novel starring retired Detective Inspector Frank Elder won huge acclaim and the CWA Silver Dagger. Here he continues the series with a second chilling case that leads Elder into a web of corruption. Cost : £ 5.99
The Desperate Remedy Vividly capturing the court of King James and the deadly underworld of Jacobean London, Martin Stephen?s superb debut novel is a tense and atmospheric tale of gunpowder, treason and plot. Cost : £ 10.99
Elfsorrow: Legends of the Raven: Book I Packed full of rousing fights and murderous intrigue, Barclay?s new series sees The Raven set out to prevent an ancient curse from wiping out the entire elven population. Cost : £ 9.99
Space Odyssey Take a walk with the spacemen in this beautifully illustrated book of the forthcoming BBC series. Space Odyssey follows on in the Walking with Dinosaurs style to reveal for the first time all the danger and spectacle of what it would be like for astronaut Cost : £ 15.99
Smoking Gun From the creators of the highly popular website comes a wildly entertaining collection of previously unpublished documents (court transcripts, FBI files, morgue and police reports, etc.) that illuminate some of the most important, scandalous, or bizarre n Cost : £ 7.99
Java Garage Learning how to program in Java the old way is, to say the least, not for everyone. In this exciting new book, Eben Hewitt takes you out back, to the garage ? a metaphor for creating and discovering in your time. Cost : £ 23.99
Radio Times Guide To Science Fiction A comprehensive guide to the science fiction movies, television and radio programmes that have brought the genre to life over the last 80 years. Cost : £ 8.99
Lydia Fielding This exclusive edition of a previously unpublished historical romance set in Exmoor is a must for all Susan Sallis fans, and for everyone who enjoys Maeve Binchy and Elvi Rhodes. Cost : £ 9.99
Trattoria Bring the warmth and atmosphere of traditional Italian trattorias into your home with this beautiful collection of recipes from renowned Italian cookery writer Ursula Ferrigno. Cost : £ 15.99
Hairy Maclary/Hairy Maclary and Zachary Quack/Slinky Malinki/Scarface Claw Lynley Dodd?s rollicking illustrations and rhymes are absolutely irresistible. The stories in this splendid set are great for reading aloud and kids will love to join in the funny refrains. Cost : £ 11.96
The Secret Of The Spear According to legend, the Spear of Longinus is the spear used to pierce Christ?s side at the crucifixion. Whoever owns it holds the destiny of the world. The question is who owns it now? Cost : £ 7.99
The Grail Quest: Vagabond A thrilling mix of action, intrigue and villainy, this follow-up to the bestselling Harlequin is the second instalment in the Grail Quest series ? certain to appeal to Bernard Cornwell?s many fans. Cost : £ 9.99
Leonardo: The Flights of the Mind Prize-winning author Charles Nicholl has immersed himself for five years in manuscripts, paintings and artefacts to produce an intimate portrait of Leonardo ? the first full-length biography in English for decades. Cost : £ 14.99
Pirate King Coxinga was an infamous figure of 17th-century China, renowned as both a pirate and the self-styled king of Taiwan. His remarkable story is set against the Ming Dynasty?s fall in this riveting account. Cost : £ 15.99
The Janson Directive Robert Ludlum?s final work, completed just before he died, is one of the best in his long, illustrious career ? full of explosive action, intricately plotted, sharply written and utterly compelling. Cost : £ 9.99
The Flood David Maine?s critically acclaimed debut takes a fresh, funny look at the extraordinary story of Noah (here called Noe). An irresistibly original retelling of a great story. From the publisher who brought us Life of Pi. Cost : £ 7.99
Capital Crimes Ian Rankin is the clear winner in the British crime stakes, together with his remarkable creation D.I. Rebus. In this superb three-volume omnibus edition, Rebus faces a compelling caseload of crime. Cost : £ 10.99
The Rise of Hitler's Third Reich On 1st September 1939, German forces stormed into Poland, precipitating nearly six years of savage, unrelenting warfare that would leave large areas of the world in ruins. For the first three years of the conflict, German forces seemed invincible. Cost : £ 14.99
History and Landscape Explore some of the most enchanting historic properties and localities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with this fully updated edition of what has been described as 'the National Trust's Bible'. Cost : £ 20.0
Auschwitz The companion to the major BBC TV series commemorating the 60th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp tells the definitive history of the most notorious Nazi institution of all. Cost : £ 10.0
Time Will Tell No one chronicles East End life as vividly as Sally Worboyes. In her new novel she brilliantly combines authentic settings, a gripping plot and some old faces from her previous bestsellers. Cost : £ 10.99
Inside Story The eagerly awaited, frequently explosive and always entertaining memoirs of the recent Director-General of the BBC, whose departure in January 2004 caused a huge public outcry. Cost : £ 15.99
Ambush Paul Carson?s potent, high-octane thrillers have been a huge hit in his native Ireland. Dealing with the highly topical issue of the Dublin drug trade, his latest novel Ambush is a gripping, white-knuckle ride. Cost : £ 7.99
Pacific Victory Pacific Victory covers the American ?island-hopping? campaign in the Pacific during the Second World War, a crucial factor in the eventual defeat of Japan in 1945. Cost : £ 20.0
Stamping Butterflies From an author ranked alongside cutting-edge sci-fi giants such as Alastair Reynolds and China Miéville comes this dynamic and gripping landmark tale that weaves together lives and cultures thousands of years apart. Cost : £ 9.99
Mutant Message Down Under Mutant Message Down Under, an underground bestseller in its original self-published edition, takes us all on a life-changing spiritual odyssey and proves it?s not too late to undo the damage of the past? Cost : £ 6.99
The Fall of Hitler's Third Reich The year 1943 saw the tide of war turn against the Third Reich. By 1944, the Red Army was beginning its relentless advance all the way to Berlin, and the Allies were launching their long-awaited invasion of Western Europe. Cost : £ 14.99
Dickens A specially abridged version of Peter Ackroyd's definitive biography, originally published in 1990 and re-released to tie in with a major BBC televsion series. Cost : £ 4.99
Hiding The Elephant The story of the legendary figures of the golden age of magic, from Professor John Henry Pepper, the first man to create ghosts onstage, to P. T. Selbit, who devised the ?Sawing Through a Lady? illusion. Cost : £ 11.99
Autumn Castle Award-winning Aussie author Kim Wilkins? first book in the Europa Suite tells of a brief time when the faery and mortal worlds march side-by-side and temptations are rife for inhabitants of both. Cost : £ 10.99
Banish Your Belly Written exclusively with men in mind, this is the ultimate guide to achieving a lean, strong body. Cost : £ 10.99
Trowel And Error The hugely popular Alan Titchmarsh will delight his legions of fans with this warm, witty and engaging memoir. Written from the heart, Trowel and Error is sure to find a place in yours. Cost : £ 12.99
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. Cost : £ 18.99
BR Steam Locomotives 1948?1968 Based on years of research, this comprehensive account examines every steam locomotive operated by the newly created British Railways between 1948 and the end of mainline steam in 1968. Cost : £ 25.0
Tombs, Graves & Mummies Few kinds of evidence are more evocative than human remains. Spanning three million years of history, this superbly illustrated study uncovers 50 of the world?s best-documented bodies and graves. Cost : £ 11.99
Blink In his fascinating new book, Malcolm Gladwell, author of the bestselling The Tipping Point, examines the phenomena of snap-decision making and how it can help you in your personal and professional life. Cost : £ 8.5
Witch Hunters During the 16th and 17th centuries, witch-hunters conducted a savage reign of terror in Europe and North America. The first-ever history of these fierce figures vividly re-creates this bloody age. Cost : £ 15.99
Wicked Forest Virginia Andrews has sold over ninety million copies of her novels worldwide. A compelling tale of sinister deception and forbidden passion, this is the second book in her spellbinding De Beers series. Cost : £ 9.99
Blood Memory Bestselling author Greg Iles brings us his most compelling work to date with this suspenseful dose of murder and intrigue, set in America?s smouldering Deep South. Cost : £ 5.19
Routes To Recovery The story of London Transport?s troublesome era between 1945 and 1952, when its motor buses, trams and trolleybuses suffered the enforced neglect inevitably resulting from wartime conditions.
Cost : £ 15.95
Owl Babies Patrick Benson?s atmospheric artwork captures the owls? night world in Martin Waddell?s reassuring tale of little ones waiting anxiously for their mum to come home. Cost : £ 3.99
L'Affaire The author of Le Divorce (filmed starring Kate Hudson and Naomi Watts) and Le Mariage returns with a gently amusing, acutely observed and delightfully wicked comedy of modern manners.
Cost : £ 8.99
Discover your Destiny with The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari The bestselling author of the Monk Who Sold his Ferrari returns with a visionary new blueprint for living a beautiful life, rich with joy, prosperity and lasting inner peace. Cost : £ 6.99
Grass For His Pillow Lian Hearn?s Across The Nightingale Floor was an international sensation with its thrilling story of clan warfare and mystical powers set in Ancient Japan. Now, with this sequel, Hearn provides another unmissable read. Cost : £ 8.99
Rumpole and the Penge Bungalow Murders Rumpole of the Bailey is a national institution and ranks alongside Sherlock Holmes as one crime fiction?s most enduring literary legends. Here, we are taken back to Rumpole?s early days and his first ever case. Cost : £ 10.99
AA Pet Friendly Places to Stay 2004 Now there?s no need to leave your pet behind while you?re away. Updated for 2004, this new AA guide features over 1700 pet-friendly hotels and B&Bs in Britain and Ireland. Cost : £ 7.99
Mog Time Mog - the loveable, accident-prone cat - has been delighting children with her antics for more than 30 years. To celebrate her enduring popularity, this special edition contains six of the most popular Mog stories. Cost : £ 15.99
Just Like Mother Used To Make Tom Norrington-Jones? collection of classic British dishes was a huge hit with members last year. It is now out in paperback so here?s your chance to enjoy his culinary tour of traditional British comfort food. Cost : £ 11.99
River Of Gods From the acclaimed author of Desolation Road comes a highly original, beautifully imagined epic set in the India of the future, propelled by a gripping storyline and populated by magnificent characters. Cost : £ 9.99
Halliwell's Film, Video and DVD Guide 2005 Putting over 100 years of film information at your fingertips, Halliwell?s is the most comprehensive and entertaining guide of its kind ? the encyclopedia of the who, why, what and how of cinema. Cost : £ 18.0
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.
Cost : £ 9.99
The Answers Ask any question, open the book and find the answer with this fun and mysterious instant oracle based on the 3000-year-old practise of divination by lines. Cost : £ 7.99
The Algebraist As complex, turbulent, flamboyant and spectacular as the gas giant on which it is set, the new science fiction novel from Iain M. Banks is space opera on a truly epic scale. Cost : £ 7.19
Collapse From ground-breaking writer and thinker Jared Diamond comes an epic, visionary book on the mysterious collapse of past civilisations ? and what this means for our future. Cost : £ 15.99
The Terrible Teens Advice on those tricky teenage years has been thin on the ground, until now. Packed with information and advice, The Terrible Teens will reassure those parents anxious about this tense period. Cost : £ 6.99
Just Before Dawn This is the second volume in a sweeping trilogy following the lives of a sugar-trading dynasty. Jeannie Johnson?s gift for capturing a time and place will keep you engrossed to the last page. Cost : £ 10.99
One Hundred Strokes of the Brush Before Bed Influenced by Nabokov and Anaïs Nin, One Hundred Strokes of the Brush Before Bed is the shocking memoir of Melissa P, an Italian teenager whose search for love plunges her into a hellish underworld of eroticism. Cost : £ 7.99
Electronics for Dummies The perfect introduction for electronics do-it-yourselfers and hobbyists, Electronics for Dummies demystifies everything from circuits to schematics, and makes the scary topic of electronics fun. Cost : £ 10.99
The Three Richards This highly readable biography brings to life three of England?s most celebrated and controversial monarchs and, in telling their gripping stories, reveals what it took to be a medieval king.
Cost : £ 15.95
Three Fates An unforgettable tale of luck, love and the fateful decisions that shape our lives. Cost : £ 9.99
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. Cost : £ 3.99
Rails Around Belfast At the beginning of the 20th century, Belfast was served by three independent railways. The extensive railway network around Ireland?s second largest city is examined in this superb volume. Cost : £ 10.99
Teen Idol Prepare to be swept off your Prom-twitching feet by the brilliant new high school romance of Teen Idol from the bestselling author of The Princess Diaries. Cost : £ 7.99
Sight Of The Stars Sweeping through the 20th century, this compelling tale of love and loss follows four generations of one family. Read it and you will see why Belva Plain is called ?the queen of family saga writers.? Cost : £ 10.99
Supreme Courage In Supreme Courage ex-Commander of the British Forces Sir Peter de la Billiere tells the tales of some of those who have won the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the British armed forces. Cost : £ 15.99
A Factory Of Cunning Philippa Stockley is an artist and costume designer, and her strong visual sense imbues this magnificent historical novel with vivid detail and voluptuous imagery. A glittering insight into a Dangerous Liaisons-style world. Cost : £ 8.99
SAMS Teach Yourself Adobe Creative Suite All in one Covering multiple products and technologies, here is all the answers for beginning users of Adobe's graphics products ? web and graphic designers alike ? in one big, easy-to-use book. Cost : £ 19.99
Return Engagement: Settling Accounts Bk I The master of alternate history launches a superb new series with this unsettling yet brilliantly conceived re-imagining of how World War Two might have been fought if earlier history had turned out differently. Cost : £ 10.99
Carlo Likes Colours Continuing Jessica Spanyol?s hugely appealing early learning series, Carlo?s introduction to colours helps children learn many interesting new words as well as keeping them thoroughly entertained. Cost : £ 7.99
The Men Who Built Britain A history and a tribute to the millions of people who left Ireland from the mid-18th to the mid-20th century to help build Britain. Cost : £ 15.99
Introducing Hinduism Hinduism is said to be the world?s oldest religion, and is also one of the most complex and apparently contradictory. Here Vinay Lal explains the key philosophical, literary, mythological and cultural traditions of Hinduism. Cost : £ 7.99
Ring Road If you?re a fan of small town tales like Garrison Keillor?s Lake Wobegon books, you?ll love this warm and witty novel from Ian Sansom, author of the heartwarming The Truth about Babies. Cost : £ 8.99
Wi-Foo: The Secrets of Wireless Hacking The first practical and realistic book about 802.11 network penetration testing and hardening. Unlike other books, it is based on a daily experience of breaking into and securing wireless LANs. Cost : £ 19.99
The OC Novelisation 1: The Outsider The Outsider, the first novelisation of The O. C., is packed with all the conflict, romance, great characters and on-the-knuckle issues that fans of the show have come to expect. Cost : £ 3.99
Military Handguns of Two World Wars In the companion volume to Military Rifles of Two World Wars, world-renowned firearms expert John Walter provides an exhaustive account of every handgun of every nation used in the two World Wars. Cost : £ 11.99
Abramovich This fascinating and revealing investigative biography features exclusive interviews with some of Abramovich?s closest associates, and unravels the mystery of the man behind the billions that bought Chelsea FC. Cost : £ 14.99
Muhammad Ali Complete with silver printing and never-previously-published photographs, this is one of the best studies ever of the people?s champion Muhammad Ali. Cost : £ 22.5
Let?s Start! Classic Songs: Incy Wincy Spider Every child knows the rhyme of Incy Wincy Spider. This bright, bold pop-up book brings new life ? and a second chapter ? to the favourite poem, with inventive paper wizardry and sing-along music. Cost : £ 7.99
The Stories of English Language expert David Crystal turns the history of English on its head with this lively, engaging journey through the true global story of English, in all its various forms around the world. Cost : £ 17.99
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! Cost : £ 4.99
Maisy's Twinkly Crinkly Counting Book Maisy introduces the numbers from one to five in this lovely touch-and-feel book. Great pictures, lovely read-aloud words and tempting textures add up to a memorable first learning experience! Cost : £ 6.99
Measle And The Wrathmonk Written by actor-turned-author Ian Ogilvy (The Saint), this hugely imaginative tale of a tiny world will appeal especially to fans of Lemony Snicket and The Spiderwick Chronicles. Cost : £ 6.99
Crippen The case of Edwardian wife-killer Dr Hawley Crippen is almost as notorious as that of Jack the Ripper. John Boyne?s captivating fictionalisation will draw you right in to the characters? minds and their fascinating story. Cost : £ 9.99
Ancient Weapons in Britain Few books have looked at how ancient weapons were made and used in combat. Expert Logan Thompson sheds fascinating new light on the practise of early warfare. Cost : £ 15.99
Introduction to Windows Server 2003 This four-colour, two-column textbook provides a fundamental introduction to Windows 2003 Server and prepares students for the MCSE exam through real-world case studies and step-by-step tutorials. Cost : £ 26.99
London Bridges FBI agent Alex Cross faces his most volatile case yet in this devastating thriller from James Patterson. His hallmarks of break-neck pace, taut plotting and gripping action are all here in abundance. Cost : £ 10.99
Rorke's Drift Made famous through the epic film, this is a graphic account of British pluck and Zulu bravery in the battle over the field hospital at Rorke?s Drift, at the beginning of the Zulu War in January 1879. Cost : £ 11.99
French Women Don't Get Fat In this classy yet entertaining book Mireille Guiliano (CEO of Veuve Clicquot) unlocks the secrets of 'the French paradox' ? how to enjoy food and stay slim and healthy. Cost : £ 4.8
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? Cost : £ 10.99
Abbeys & Monasteries Britain has hundreds of surviving examples of monastic buildings. Through lavish colour illustrations, this splendid volume demonstrates the rich architectural legacy of monasticism. Cost : £ 7.99
The Definitive Book of Body Language In this updated version of their bestselling classic, Body Language, the authors reveal all the secrets behind a simple gesture and show us how to use our body language to get what we want. Cost : £ 11.99
Taking Chances Find your inner gambler with this new edition of one of TSP?s most popular guides to improving your chances of winning in almost any situation, using relatively simple mathematical formulae. Cost : £ 7.99
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. Cost : £ 9.99
Kiss And A Promise Katie Flynn is growing enormously in popularity and is described as ?one of the best Liverpool writers? by the Liverpool Echo (and who should know better?). Cost : £ 10.99
New London Interiors This breathtaking, electrifying book is so cutting-edge that it should come with a health warning! The essential inspiration and sourcebook for contemporary ?lifestylists?, it only features 21st century projects. Cost : £ 23.95
Good Food: Christmas Made Easy BBC Good Food Magazine brings together a wealth of expertise from some of the country?s best-loved celebrity chefs to help make catering for Christmas as easy as possible. Cost : £ 7.99
Design in Steel As much a survey of current design thinking as it is a book about steel, this is a beautifully illustrated showcase of designers who are making the most of this versatile material.
Cost : £ 19.99
Bart Simpson's Treehouse of Horror: Fun-Filled Frightfest In the throat-throttling tradition of The Simpsons? annual ?Treehouse of Horror? episodes, comes a third and final collection of hell-arious Halloween humour and comic strips from the genius mind of Matt Groening. Cost : £ 9.99
Street Dreams Faye Kellerman is back with her compelling combination of fast-moving and uncompromising action, powerful narrative and honest characterisation. Her heroine from Stalker, LAPD Officer Cindy Decker, now faces a highly-charged and dangerous case. Cost : £ 10.99
Time Commanders: Great Battles of the Ancient World Re-create 16 of the pivotal battles that shaped the ancient world with this gripping and highly detailed companion to the BBC TV series, which brings almost 1,800 years of military history to life. Cost : £ 11.99
Drop Dead Gorgeous With all the glamour of a Louise Bagshawe and the insights into celebville of a Wendy Holden novel, this sexy, romantic read will be devoured by anyone addicted to heat magazine! Cost : £ 4.49
Star Wars Tales Vol. 5 Drawn from right across the entire Star Wars galaxy and featuring all your favourite characters from Episode I to Episode VI and beyond, these are comic-book adventures of the highest calibre. Cost : £ 12.99
Seeking Catherine Cookson's 'Da' A must for Catherine Cookson fans, this fascinating book combines a gripping a real life detective story with a revealing biography as Kathleen Jones endeavours to track down Cookson?s unknown father. Cost : £ 11.99
Felaheen: The Third Arabesk Dazzling and seductive, Felaheen returns you to an alternative reality where Germany won WWI and the Ottoman Empire dominates the Middle East in a third mystery for the strange, enigmatic Ashraf Bey. Cost : £ 9.99
One True Love One of Scotland?s best loved family saga writers is back with a story of illicit love, greed and loyalty, set in a nineteenth century fishing village on the east coast of Fife. Cost : £ 10.99
Edgehill This powerful new study of a key battle of the Civil Wars re-examines one of England?s most mysterious battlefields at Edgehill, and it combines the work of three outstanding military historians. Cost : £ 19.99
Death Trilogy Death Trilogy: Mort, Reaper Man, Soul Music Terry Pratchett ?The Dickens of the 20th century? - Mail on Sunday, brings you a trio of tales starring the most celebrated denizen of discworld, the waif with the white horse, the grim reaper with the ult Cost : £ 11.99
The Poison Master Featuring the cult Elizabethan figure John Dee and his distant descendant on another world, this is a profound work of gothic sci?fi, stretching from the past to the far-flung future. Cost : £ 7.99
Hitler's Warriors This is another groundbreaking reassessment of Germany?s guilty past by the foremost German expert on the Third Reich, Guido Knopp. Here he reveals the careers and relationships with Hitler of six key Nazi military leaders. Cost : £ 15.99
The Dorling Kindersley Science Encyclopedia Everything kids need to know about Science can be found in this highly visual encyclopedia, complete with rich colour photography and diagrams in Dorling Kindersley's trademark style. Cost : £ 21.95
The Borgia Bride A must for fans of Philippa Gregory, this is a sumptuous and sensual historical tale of passion, betrayal, scheming and incest, set in the Vatican during the 15th century. Cost : £ 9.99
Edward Seago Edward Seago?s paintings, in watercolour and oils, remain hugely popular. This large-format tribute reproduces them beautifully, alongside extensive biographical details and an analysis of Seago?s methods. Cost : £ 15.99
Flying Guns: the Modern Era Comprehensively reviewing the recent history of the gun armament of military aircraft, this essential title is written by two historians with a passion for the subject. Cost : £ 21.99
The Delicate Storm Giles Blunt?s stunning debut Forty... Giles Blunt?s stunning debut Forty Words for Sorrow introduced detectives John Cardinal and Lise Delorme. Now they return for a second psychological case set in the wilds of the Canadian outback. Cost : £ 9.99
Reunion In Death Fans of J.D. Robb?s In Death series will be thrilled with this latest offering from the bestselling author. Lieutenant Eve Dallas comes face to face with a figure from her past; and it?s not a pleasant reunion. Cost : £ 10.99
The Seventy Great Inventions of the Ancient World Did you know that the Chinese invented the wheelbarrow? By drawing on the latest research and discoveries, a team of experts reveal 70 of the ancient world?s most extraordinary inventions.
Cost : £ 19.95
Chronicle of the Chinese Emperors Spanning over 2,000 years, this highly illustrated guide profiles China?s 157 emperors, from the great ?First Emperor? Qin Shihuangdi to Puyi, the last ruler enthroned in the Forbidden City in 1911. Cost : £ 15.95
A History of Britain: Volume II The British Wars 1603?1776 Award-winning historian Simon Schama illuminates the period between 1603 and 1776 in the second part of his three-volume history of Britain (which accompanies the acclaimed BBC TV series). Cost : £ 12.99
Collins Tracing Your Family History Wherever your ancestors hail from or however far back you wish to investigate, this guide for both novice and more experienced family historians gives you all the expert advice you need. Cost : £ 15.99
The Vegetarian Low-Carb Diet Intrigued by the Atkins diet but put off by its carnivorous image? Want to lose weight without giving up on a healthy vegetarian lifestyle? Rose Elliot has the answers. Cost : £ 7.99
Know Your Enemy, 2nd Edition Want to know how, when and why your enemy might attack? Know Your Enemy reveals all including what the enemy does once they compromise a system and most importantly why Honeynets are your primary weapon in defense. Cost : £ 27.99
Dead Heat Caroline Carver won the CWA?s Debut Dagger for Blood Junction and her second novel, a fast and exciting thriller set in the wilds of Northern Queensland, is sure to win her even more fans. Cost : £ 7.99
Bait Karen Robards is hugely popular in the US and is set to make quite a storm here with her thrilling new novel. Sizzling with suspense, romance and intrigue, Bait will appeal to fans of Sandra Brown and Linda Howard. Cost : £ 10.99
Banner Of Souls Blending science and fantasy, the author of The Poison Master delivers a stunningly intricate, phantasmagorical vision of a post-apocalyptic future where Mars rules Earth. Cost : £ 9.99
The Sivananda Book of Meditation This inspiring book from the leading authority on hatha and raja yoga will prove an invaluable aide for those already experienced in the powerful healing art of meditation. Cost : £ 11.99
Computer Networking Essentials Computer Networking Essentials will provide students with the information that internet working professionals rely on, but at a more introductory level. Cost : £ 28.99
Old Contemptibles This balanced and entertainingly written book draws on first-hand testimony to recount the story of the British Expeditionary Force, or ?Old Contemptibles?, whose name remains a byword for underdog bravery. Cost : £ 15.99
The Windows XP/2000 Answer Book This is the bestselling Windows FAQ book, completely revised and updated ? a more refined, expanded and informative version of the author?s own highly acclaimed Windows FAQ website. Cost : £ 25.99
The Beatles Encyclopedia Fully revised and updated with over 200 new entries, this latest edition of the classic Beatles fan?s reference is the most comprehensive book on the Fab Four ever produced. Cost : £ 11.99
How Mumbo-Jumbo Conquered the World Imagine the political insights of Will Hutton combined with the no-nonsense scepticism of Richard Dawkins and you?ve got Francis Wheen?s withering look at the half-baked spiritualism and emotional hysteria of the modern world.
Cost : £ 12.99
How the Light Gets In Australian writer M.J. Hyland gives Lou the one of the most believable and heartbreaking teenage voices since Holden Caulfield. We predict that this one is destined for great things! Cost : £ 7.99
Period Ship Kit Builder's Manual With step-by-step instructions on every aspect of ship modelling, this practical manual is perfect for marine model makers who choose to build their historic vessels using a kit. Cost : £ 11.95
Jaguar Knights The Chronicles of the Kings Blades continue with this action-packed instalment, full of sinister intrigues and ferocious swordplay. This tale centres around Sir Wolf, the ruthless Blade known as the ?King?s Killer?. Cost : £ 10.99
Next Steps in Railway Modelling In this lavishly illustrated sequel to the bestselling First Steps in Railway Modelling, leading model-railway writer Chris Ellis takes newcomers to the hobby onto the next level of proficiency. Cost : £ 11.99
Hugh Johnson's Wine Companion Hugh Johnson?s wine bible is the ultimate reference guide and the perfect gift for wine-lovers. Fully revised and updated for its fifth edition, anything about wine that?s not in here, isn?t worth knowing! Cost : £ 25.0
FIGHTING DIRTY: The Inside Story of Covert Operations from Ho Chi Minh to Osama bin Laden Most of the fighting since the end of WWII has been what defence analysts call ?low-intensity conflict? between special forces and various guerrillas, insurgents or terrorists. Peter Harclerode takes the gloves off to depict the truth behind these dirty w Cost : £ 14.99
Pinkerton's Sister Pinkerton?s Sister, Rushforth?s long-awaited second novel, has been a quarter of a century in the writing. The subject of intense word-of-mouth publicity, this epic story of turn-of-the-century New York will captivate and beguile you. Cost : £ 10.99
Painting Water Ideal for beginners, Painting Water covers everything that you need to know about capturing the mood and atmosphere of a water scene, from the basics such as paper and equipment to essential tips and techniques. Cost : £ 7.99
Diary of a Facelift In this astonishingly brave, honest, occasionally gruesome and frequently hilarious account, singer, actress and presenter Toyah Willcox makes public her personal diary of her facial surgery. Cost : £ 5.99
Lost Lines: Wales Leading expert Nigel Welbourn examines Wales? legacy of standard gauge lines made extinct since nationalisation in 1948 in this vividly illustrated volume in his Lost Lines series. Cost : £ 10.99
The Third Person There are shades of Nicci French, James Ellroy and Harlan Coben in a dark, unsettling and explicit debut that twists, turns and keeps you guessing till the very last moment. Cost : £ 7.99
Thorn This chilling psychological drama of a family unravelling will appeal to fans of Nicci French. New author Vena Cork brilliantly builds a sense of menace as she catapults her characters into a terrifying situation. Cost : £ 9.99
A Flower In Season This heart-warming story of star-crossed love is one of the most enthralling Audrey Howard has told. The perfect book to curl up and escape daily life with. Cost : £ 9.99
Snow IMPAQ Award-winner Orhan Pamuk is Turkey?s best selling writer by far. He is a powerful, dissident voice, and this dark, Orwellian mystery will establish him more firmly at home and in the West. Cost : £ 7.99
Black Fly Season After making a stunning impact with his first two novels, award-winning author Giles Blunt returns with a third knotty, disturbing case for his detectives Cardinal and Delorme. Cost : £ 10.99
The Whartons' Back Book Used by Olympic medallists and Hollywood celebrities alike, this revolutionary stretching and strengthening programme from world-renowned back specialists Jim and Phil Wharton will help you enjoy a pain free back for life. Cost : £ 14.99
His Excellency George Washington A landmark biography by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Founding Brothers, which brings the most important ? and possibly the least understood ? figure in American history to life. Cost : £ 15.99
The Men in Your Life In this stunning new edition of a 1960s classic, the inimitable author of A Guide to Elegance imparts her pearls of wisdom on a subject of crucial importance to every woman ? Man. Cost : £ 8.0
Looking After Your Own Paisley, 1941: though the war is raging, life goes on for the inhabitants of a teeming tenement. While Chloe McCosh's days are spent at Cochran?s emporium, her evenings are dominated by the dance band run by her parents. It's not the music that interests Cost : £ 9.99
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. Cost : £ 19.99
George Hudson George Hudson was among the leading entrepreneurs behind 19th-century Britain?s railways. This accessible, well-researched biography examines this complex man and his turbulent career. Cost : £ 15.95
Voltaire Respected biographer Derek Parker, author of Nell Gwyn and Casanova, turns his talent to the dramatic life of Voltaire, a key Enlightenment figure, author of Candide and France?s greatest philosopher. Cost : £ 15.99
Snobs Julian Fellowes holds the unusual distinction of being an Oscar-winning debut novelist (screenplay, Gosford Park), and in Snobs, he brings his razor wit and perceptive eye to produce a magnificent modern comedy of manners. Cost : £ 4.99
Absolute Beginner?s Guide to Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003 The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003 teaches everything you need to know to create exciting personal and business presentations. Cost : £ 10.99
Creative Code Digital design guru John Maeda?s compendium of the most advanced digital design ideas in the world, most being seen for the first time outside the famous M.I.T. Media Lab. Cost : £ 14.95
Into Temptation Penny Vincenzi delighted her fans with No Angel and Something Dangerous, the first two books in her gripping Spoils of Time trilogy. Here, she brings her magnificent sweeping drama to an explosive conclusion. Cost : £ 6.99
Batman: Ultimate Guide to the Dark Knight With the movie Batman Begins ?in the can?, this updated ultimate guide to the Caped Crusader features 16 extra pages that chronicle all of the latest development?s in the history of Batman. Cost : £ 10.99
In Search of Shakespeare Shakespeare the man is still often regarded as a mystery. In this companion to the BBC TV series, leading historian Michael Wood uses new evidence to examine Shakespeare as a product of his age. Cost : £ 14.99
Fortress Malta From 1940 to 1944 Malta was one of the most strategically important places in the world. This is the extraordinary drama of the battle for Malta told through those who were there. Cost : £ 15.99
Dickens: Public Life and Private Passion To accompany the BBC TV series, Peter Ackroyd delves into the private life behind the public face of Charles Dickens in this fascinating illustrated biography. Cost : £ 12.99
British Comedy Greats Taking in the full range of British comedy, from Chaplin to Ab Fab, this collection of essays by leading journalists, writers, actors and comedians offers a wonderful celebration of our greatest comic talents. Cost : £ 14.99
ABC Locoshed Book 1960 The reissued version of the classic Ian Allan locoshed book for 1960?61 supplies a snapshot of the railway industry from the time it was first published, and is an essential reference for modellers. Cost : £ 3.99
The Pythons Autobiography by the Pythons Celebrating their 34th anniversary, this is the definitive, the official, the most lavish, the completely-different-than-anything-else done-before-book on The Pythons by The Pythons. Cost : £ 21.99
Napoleon Masterfully blending history and imagination, this first novel in a spellbinding and thrilling quartet brilliantly describes the early life, struggles and glorious victories of the man who would become Emperor of France. Cost : £ 7.99
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. Cost : £ 4.99
Book of Cities An inspirational gazetteer of 250 cities of all shapes, sizes and moods, this gloriously illustrated book takes the reader on a journey to and from the Greenwich Meridian. Cost : £ 20.0
The Game Cookbook Game is an ideal choice for people concerned with the quality of their food as it is low fat and usually organic and The Game Cookbook is the perfect source of inspiration for cooking with game. Cost : £ 15.99
Tanks in Detail 8: Light Tank M5/M5A1 The Light Tank M5 and M5A1 saw extensive service during World War II. While they could never last long against medium battle tanks they served in many roles, from infantry support to reconnaissance. Cost : £ 9.99
The Reclaimers Accompanying a new BBC2 series, this stunningly illustrated book is packed with practical, inspirational ideas on how to carry out stylish home makeovers using architectural features and artefacts salvaged from old buildings. Cost : £ 9.99
Usborne Touchy Feely Puppies Fluffy Ears and Fuzzy Tummies
There are pages full of fluffy, furry, fuzzy puppies in this playful picture book! Describe the colours, textures and opposites, or just find and feel the different materials. Cost : £ 6.99
A Way Through The Mountains As romantic as The Bridges of Madison County, as powerful as The Horse Whisperer, this mesmerising novel from the author of The Ice Child is impossible to put down. Cost : £ 9.99
An Illustrated History of the Welsh Highland Railway In its heyday, the Welsh Highland Railway was the longest of the Welsh narrow-gauge railways. Peter Johnson has produced a comprehensive illustrated account of this important line. Cost : £ 15.99
Count Karlstein First written as a school play, Count Karlstein is a magnificently creepy novel from the pen of Philip Pullman ? author of the sensational, award-winning His Dark Materials trilogy. Cost : £ 4.35
The Pact In this terrifying tale of friendship, loyalty and lifelong love, Jodi Picoult, author of My Sister?s Keeper, skilfully mixes the perception of Anne Tyler and dramatic tension of John Grisham. Cost : £ 7.59
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. Cost : £ 7.99
Rumours of War A high-ranking cavalry officer, Allan Mallinson draws on his military experience to bring us his latest vivid and authentic adventure featuring Matthew Hervey of the Light Dragoons. Cost : £ 10.99
The World?s Must-See Places This stunningly illustrated book reveals over 100 of the world?s greatest sights, from ancient temples to soaring Gothic cathedrals and Art Deco skyscrapers. Cost : £ 19.99
Straight Thirteen years after his headline grabbing autobiography Take it Like a Man, Boy George is back with an explosive follow up in his trademark shoot-from-the-hip style. Cost : £ 7.19
A Hat Full Of Sky If you?re ready for magic, tear-inducing hilarity and lots of strange words like geas, blethers and scuggan, then scoop up A Hat Full of Sky by the one and only Terry Pratchett. Cost : £ 8.99
Forgotten Armies This ground-breaking account of the Second World War in Southern Asia brings to life the stories of the ordinary soldiers and civilians of all nationalities who experienced some of the most horrific events of the twentieth century. Cost : £ 19.99
From Bi-planes to Spitfires Without Geoffrey Salmond?s influence, it is unlikely the RAF would have won the Battle of Britain. From Bi-planes to Spitfires is the first biography of this unsung aviation pioneer. Cost : £ 15.95
Great Tales From English History What were the pivotal moments of the early days of England?s past? Robert Lacey (co-author of the bestselling The Year 1000) recounts England?s dramatic tale from prehistory to AD 1381. Cost : £ 11.99
Angels Passing Following on from Turnstone and The Take, this superb police procedural thriller is Graham Hurley?s most ambitious novel yet and should provide his mainstream breakthrough. Cost : £ 8.99
Wireless Networks First Step Beginning with a basic introduction to wireless networks, and an explanation of radio wave communications here?s where newcomers to wireless technologies find practical information, along with an abundance of examples. Cost : £ 17.99
Patsy of Paradise Place Rosie Harris?s two previous titles, Turn of the Tide and Troubled Waters, established her as one of romantic fiction?s most promising authors. Her latest novel proves she?s here to stay! Cost : £ 9.99
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