Princess Poppy, star of the popular picture book series, appears in these full length books for older readers. With their sparkly covers and pastel coloured pages, the books are still packed full of princess appeal but the stories are long enough to provide newly confident readers with plenty of vital reading practice. In this special set the books come in their own bag with a sparkling princess charm, making them an ideal gift.
This unique cookbook celebrates Billingsgate Market’s fascinating history and explores market life today. Amusing stories from the floor and facts and trivia about the market are cobined with invaluable advice on selecting fish, fish prepartion and over 80 delicious recipes. This is essential reading for anyone with a love of cooking and an interest in history.
If you want to create great home-cooked meals with the minimum amount of washing up then this is the book for you! From hearty soups to delicious stir-fries, risottos, curries and stews, this ultimate collection of quick-to-assemble one-pot meals will ensure you never run out of great ideas.
Whether you prefer the creamy, mild aromas of a korma or the spicy sensations of a madras, this book provides over two hundred tasty recipes for every curry-lover. From well-known classics to more modern ideas, you’ll find something here to suit every taste and occasion.
They are the Reapers, the elite among killers. Men so terrifying that their names are mentioned only in whispers. The assassin Louis is one of them. But now Louis, and his partner, Angel, are themselves targets. And there is no shortage of suspects. A wealthy recluse sends them north to a town that no longer exists on a map. A town ruled by a man with very personal reasons for wanting Louis’s blood spilt. There they find themselves trapped, isolated, and at the mercy of a killer feared above all others: the assassin of assassins, Bliss. Thanks to former detective Charlie Parker, help is on its way. But can Angel and Louis stay alive long enough for it to reach them?
Meet Pablo, Uniqua, Tyrone and the rest of the gang in this collection of stories based on the popular TV series. The Backyardigans have all sorts of adventures - from catching a thief at a garden party and finding treasure buried by pirates to flying off on a mission to Mars and returning a mysterious bone to the Treasure Museum! The brightly coloured illustrations and crazy characters will introduce the kind of fantasy play that is enjoyed by every child, encouraging them to go wherever their imagination takes them. They will also learn some important lessons about table manners, teamwork and the power of friendship.
Elizabeth Kay’s Divide series is a must for fans of fantasy adventure. When Felix’s parents take him to the Divide in Costa Rica, something extraordinary happens. He faints, and wakes to find himself in a back-to-front world. These action-packed books, full of genies and spells, will transport you to an imaginary place you might not want to leave!
Christopher Lloyd tells our story from the beginning of time to the present day. Along the way he explains exactly how the Earth’s collision with another planet caused the moon, how dragonflies the size of seagulls emerged out of the prehistoric waters, and how the Big Bang can be detected in your TV. Accessible and endlessly entertaining, this brilliant book makes essential reading for the whole family.
For many, Clive James will always be a TV presenter first and a writer second - this despite the fact that his adventures with the written word took place before, during & after his time on the small screen. This latest instalment of his memoirs covers the period of his life spent on the box. Telling the inside story of his TV career, this fascinating and funny account proves - once and for all - that Clive has a way with words… whatever the medium.
Sam knows lots of stuff about science! He can tell you where your food goes when you swallow it; how you fight off colds; how cells divide and multiply and why brushing your teeth is so important. After reading these books you’ll know as much about science as Sam, and there are lots of funny illustrations to help you to understand too - brilliant!