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Fingerprint! Publishing. Paperback. NEW. “What’s on your mind?”“What’s happening?”Do you often find yourself answering these questions on social media?Do you often update your current status on WhatsApp?Are you more connected to the virtual world than the real world?Are you . . . an Introvert?Welcome to the Connected SpaceIn the age of social media, where intimacy has found a new course, the introverts and ostracized citizens, including women, queer and the Dalit, have broken down the enforced social hierarchies, conventional norms and class divisions. Intimate Speakers is an account of Biju’s social media encounters with these citizens, as they came forward and shared their intimate stories. They have not only found an alternative political existence in cyberspace, but are actively using social media to bring about significant changes in the society and overall social structure.

Nosy Crow Ltd. Board book. NEW. Easy-to-use peekaboo sliders, a funny rhyming text, and a surprise mirror ending come together in this stylish and interactive board book designed specifically for babies and toddlers. With a total of 10 smooth mechanisms to push, pull, or turn on every spread, this beautiful book is packed full of fun and engagement. Created by the talented team of Camilla Reid and Ingela P Arrhenius, known for their award-winning Felt Flaps Where's Mr? series, this book promises to captivate and entertain young children. The authors' expertise in creating interactive books that promote engagement and learning is evident in every page of this delightful garden-themed book. Connecting with faces and playing peekaboo is one of the first games that babies naturally gravitate towards. It brings them joy and helps develop their cognitive and emotional skills. This is precisely why the very youngest of children will adore this cute garden-themed book and want to read it again and again.… Read More

Nosy Crow Ltd. Board book. NEW. Easy-to-use peekaboo sliders, a funny rhyming text, and surprise mirror ending combine in this stylish and interactive board book for babies and toddlers! With a total of 10 smooth mechanisms to push, pull, or turn on every spread, this beautiful book is packed full of fun! This delightful board book, created by Camilla Reid and Ingela P Arrhenius, is a perfect choice for young children who love interactive books and playing peekaboo. The authors are an award-winning team behind the bestselling Felt Flaps Where's Mr? series, so you can be assured of the quality and creativity of this book. The book focuses on the timeless game of peekaboo, which is one of the first games that babies play. Connecting with faces and playing peekaboo helps babies develop their cognitive and social skills, as well as their sense of object permanence. The book features various colorful characters and objects that children can discover and interact with. Each spread of the book contains… Read More

Nosy Crow Ltd. Board book. NEW. Easy-to-use peekaboo sliders, a funny rhyming text, and a surprise mirror ending come together in this stylish and interactive board book designed especially for babies and toddlers. With a total of 10 smooth mechanisms to push, pull, or turn on every spread, this beautifully illustrated book is packed full of fun and engaging features that will captivate young children. Connecting with faces and playing peekaboo is one of the first games that babies learn to enjoy. It stimulates their sense of curiosity and helps them to develop important social and cognitive skills. That's why the very youngest of children will love this cute farm-themed book, as it combines the familiar farm animals with the excitement of peekaboo. Each page features a different animal, all hiding behind cleverly designed sliders. As children interact with the sliders, the animals magically come into view, creating a delightful surprise that will surely bring lots of laughter and joy. The book… Read More

RHUK. Paperback. NEW. In this warm, insightful portrait of the Winner of the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1965, we see the wisdom, humour and curiosity of Richard Feynman through a series of conversations with his friend Ralph Leighton. Winner of the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1965, Richard Feynman was one of the world's greatest theoretical physicists, but he was also a man who fell, often jumped, into adventure. An artist, safecracker, practical joker and s

Bloomsbury Childrens Books. Paperback. NEW. The Zooper series is an action-packed and super-charged collection of books that will surely delight superhero fans of all ages. In this particular installment, we are introduced to Zoopertown's most brilliant Zooperheroes: Crash-Bang Koala, Zip-Zap Giraffe, Snap-Crack Croc, Zoom-Zoom Zebra, and X-Ray Rabbit. These extraordinary individuals are always ready to take on any challenge, no matter how big or small. So, when Zoopertown finds itself covered in a thick layer of ice, it's only natural for the Zooperheroes to step up and investigate the cause. Could there be a villainously bad baboon behind this chilling phenomenon? The only way to find out is to embark on a thrilling adventure. With their trusty Zoopercopters at the ready, the Zooperheroes soar through the skies, eager to unravel the mystery that has befallen their beloved Zoopertown. As they maneuver through the frozen streets, they marvel at the frozen buildings and ice-covered trees, a stark… Read More

Hachette India. Hardcover. NEW. In the captivating collection of stories titled "Stolen Hours and Other Curiosities," author Manjula Padmanabhan presents a thought-provoking array of imaginative tales set in inventive futures while simultaneously capturing the essence of today's world with flair and ingenuity. With twenty-five exhilarating narratives, Padmanabhan takes the reader on a journey through realms inhabited by rebellious cellphones, lustful holograms, a tourist vampire with a peculiar penchant for spicy Indian blood, and even a conference of galactic gods. Each story presents a unique twist on familiar reality, inviting readers to question the very fabric of our society and contemplate where we are headed as a collective. The author's storytelling prowess shines in each story as she presents a wide range of scenarios, from bejeweled party guests unexpectedly stripped naked to a teenager who has the ability to steal time from others. These tales push the boundaries of our imagination,… Read More

HarperCollins Publishers Ltd. Paperback. NEW. In the enchanting and heartwarming novel, "The Book of Beginnings," author Sally Page invites readers into a world full of mystery, secrets, and unexpected friendships. Following the success of her previous bestseller, "The Keeper of Stories," Page once again showcases her masterful storytelling and the profound impact of human connection. The story centers around Jo Sorsby, a woman seeking solace and a fresh start away from her troubled past. In a fortuitous turn of events, Jo agrees to take over her uncle's cherished stationery shop, immersing herself in the lives of the shop's customers. Surrounded by the warm, wooden shelves filled with colorful notebooks and pens, Jo finds solace and distraction from the pain in her heart. It is within the walls of this quaint stationery shop that Jo's path intersects with two unlikely allies - Ruth, a vicar with her own secrets, and Malcolm, a septuagenarian who is still discovering himself. As Jo gets to know… Read More

Penguin eBury Press. Paperback. NEW. In the distant land of Gandhara, there once was a janapada called Chakrapuri. Its elders were a worried lot. Their children were uninterested in the welfare and upkeep of the janapada. Most of them were consumed by self-interest and avarice, seeking

Hachette India Children’s Books. Paperback, Box Set - Paperback. NEW. Everyone's favourite mithyakins – the Taranauts – are now here a brand-new box set! Grab all eight books of India's first complete fantasy-adventure series for children, at a fabulously discounted price and get set for a riddle-solving, puzzle-cracki

Bloomsbury Sport. Paperback. NEW. The Complete Guide to Sports Massage, 4th edition is a comprehensive, practical handbook. This is the must-have guide for students of sports therapy and anyone wanting a performance advantage. Featuring updated photography and the latest techniques, this is a comprehensive, practical handbook on a key branch of sports therapy, and covers the core syllabus for levels 3 and 4 Sports Massage diplomas. Sports massage is the skilled manipulation of soft tissue for: the relief and treatment of muscle soreness and pain; the maintenance of muscle balance and improved flexibility; and enhanced rehabilitation from injury. Packed with jargon-free information, this fully updated guide includes step-by-step photography and detailed text explaining the principles and techniques of massage, injury management and post-massage care, as well as practical guidance on working at a sports event.

Penguin Books Ltd. Paperback. NEW. The feel-good, hilarious and swoon-worthy new book from the author of MR WRONG NUMBER 'I was obsessed with Hallie and Jack right from the start' 5* READER REVIEW 'Lynn Painter never fails to make the best romcoms and this was no different! This had

Fingerprint! Publishing. Paperback. NEW. The Black Tiger is a product of a lucid research into the complicated world of black money—its mechanisms, its movement, and its soft spots. A meditative and well-referenced critique of corruption and its corruptible practices, the book is a study of various countries across time and geography that have fought corruption in their own systems. From the ICAC of Hong Kong to the Clean Governance of Georgia and from the fight against Foreign Parked Black Money by a US court to the truly consequential None of the Above vote of Colombia, Srijan Pal Singh, trusted advisor and a close associate of Dr. Kalam, analyses case after case, putting forth cogent arguments on the many dimensions of corruption and how it can be systematically weeded out from India. At once fascinating, absorbing, and informative, The Black Tiger is a must-read for those who wish to know how India can become a superpower in the next few years, as envisioned by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.

RHUK. Paperback. NEW. ildren?s Bookshelf Selection: Each month our editor?s pick the best books for children and young adults by age to be a part of the children?s bookshelf. These are editorial recommendations made by our team of experts. Our monthly reading list includes a mix of bestsellers and top new releases and evergreen books that will help enhance a child?s reading life.

Puffin. Paperback. NEW. The highly anticipated, unforgettable new story from the internationally bestselling, multi-award-winning author of WONDER. 'Thrillingly told . . . Palacio is a fantastic writer' The Times 'Perfection . . . A beautiful, funny, heart-twisting wonder

Penguin India. Paperback. NEW. Ashim didn’t attract her anymore. She had not realized that she had lost interest in this wooden, mechanical and tedious relationship. Until she met Partha. Eight years into her marriage to Ashim, responsible and conscientious to a fault, Jeena, an attractive housewife, finds herself drawn to Partha Mukherjee. Stolen glances and clandestine meetings lead to a weekend trip to Puri while Ashim is away on business. At Puri, however, after a night of passion turns violent, Jeena is besieged with doubts about her illicit relationship. This first-ever translation of Dibyendu Palit’s intimate novel explores Jeena’s turmoil and brilliantly captures the subtle textures of the original.

Headline Review. Paperback. NEW. *THE INSTANT SATURDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLER* *A PANDORA SYKES/FANE BOOK CLUB PICK* *AS FEATURED ON BBC R4 OPEN BOOK* 'Truly one of the most beautiful stories you'll ever read' JOANNA CANNON 'Unique and tender' PANDORA SYKES 'An arresting debut novel about grief, but in the most wonderfully oblique way' REVEREND RICHARD COLES 'I laughed, I cried, I sat quietly and thought about what I'd read... a future classic' CLARE MACKINTOSH 'Just magic' KATE SAWYER Heartbreaking and heart-stealing, this modern-day fable is an unforgettable novel about sorrow, joy, friendship and love. It is early. A young man stands on a bridge and lets out a heart-wrenching scream. From deep in the woods, something screams back. It sounds improbable. But this is how Isaac meets the egg. The two are unlikely companions. But their chance encounter will transform Isaac's life in ways he cannot yet imagine. Maybe he will finally understand why he went there that morning. Maybe he will find a way… Read More

John Blake Publishing Ltd. Paperback. NEW.

Penguin Books Limited. Paperback. NEW. As he investigates the mysterious disappearance of his wife and a popular newspaper columnist, Celâl, Galip finds himself assuming the enviable Celâl’s identity, wearing his clothes, answering his phone calls, even writing his columns. With its cascade of beguiling stories about Istanbul, The Black Book is a brilliantly unconventional mystery, and a provocative meditation on identity.

Faber & Faber. Paperback. NEW. Other Colours is a collection of immediate relevance and timeless value, ranging from lyrical autobiography to criticism of literature and culture, from humour to political analysis, from delicate evocations of his friendship with his daughter Ruya to provocative discussions of Eastern and Western art.