By the much-loved author of The Journey Home & Dinosaur Farm. Everyone knows that once a lemur takes a fancy to you there is not much that can be done about it. While being followed by lemurs one day, a boy tries hiding up a tree (without luck), disguising himself (without success) & even tries to sail off in a boat to get away from them
- only to discover the lemurs snorkeling behind him. Eventually, after climbing mountains, taking trains & going through the air in a balloon, he finally thinks that he has lost them. Or has he? In the process, he has managed to get himself lost, & it is only then that he realizes that the cunning lemurs might just be helpful after all...
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In How to Lose a Marathon, Joel Cohen takes readers on a step-by-step journey from being a couch potato to being a couch potato who can finish a marathon. Through a hilarious combination of running tips, narrative, illustrations & infographics, Cohen breaks down the misery that is forcing yourself to run. From chafing to the best times to run, explaining the phenomenon known as the ” Oprah Line, ” & exposing the torture that is a pre-marathon expo, Cohen acts as your snarky guide to every aspect of the runner`s experience. Offering both real advice & genuine commiseration with runners of all skill levels, How to Lose a Marathon lets you know that even if you believe that the ”runner`s high” is a complete myth, you can still survive all 26.2 miles of a marathon. ...

` There is a way to be cruel that seems Jamaican to me.` Tenderness & cruelty, loyalty & betrayal, ambition & regret
- Alexia
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At a time when work & home life are becoming increasingly blurred, & modern technology brings the realm of the public into what used to be a personal & private space, Ed Hollis looks at what it means to make a home in today`s world. Exploring the meaning of private & public space, the importance we place on physical objects & the demands we make of our home environment, How to Make a Home challenges us to re-imagine the concept of home & hearth. ...

What characteristics & values define a country? Which countries are particularly successful in terms of education, economics, or culture? In this book, Monocle provides a global perspective on the distinct qualities of nations. Monocle`s books with Gestalten have shown you how to build a better life, business, & home. But now Monocle raises the bar: how do you run a great country? They are not talking about might, muscle, or nationalism
- although you need a bit of a swagger every now & then. They are talking about a country that feels like a cohesive community, knows what to value, & goes out into the world to gently get its way with soft power, fine ambassadors, & compelling cultural offerings. At home, this country celebrates good education, well-made institutions, & its own people & their skills. How to Run a Nation: A Monocle Guide is a thought-provoking primer that informs & inspires. The best ideas don`t need to be invented
- they need to be found & copied. Let Monocle be your guide

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Caffeine is the most widely consumed mind-altering molecule in the world; we cannot get enough of it, & drinking good coffee is our delivery system. How is it that coffee has such a hold? Its all in the chemistry; the molecular structure of caffeine & the flavour-making phenols & fats that can be lured out from the bean by roasting, grinding & brewing. Making good coffee depends on understanding the science: why water has to be at a certain temperature, what method works best with which grind, how roast affects taste, what happens when you add cream, & which bean you start out with. How to Make Coffee lays out the scientific principles for the coffee-loving non-scientist; stick to these & you will never drink an ordinary joe again. ...

Your career in the City starts here! A City career can mean a life in the fast lane, a monstrous salary & bonus package with an expense account to match. Or it could mean working in a grey suit in a grey organisation with a gold watch as the only bright spot on the horizon. If you want to succeed & have fun you need to know where to start, who's who in the profession of your choice & how to network. Good qualifications are a must in certain fields but in the City drive, enthusiasm & charisma are what really count. If it's a City career you're after, this guide will keep you two steps ahead of the competition. Don't tell your friends. ...

In this book, award-winning travel writer Sarah Woods answers the question she is asked several hundred times each year: `how do I become a freelance travel writer?` She offers practical advice on turning the dream into reality & shares her tips on contacts, hard work, & the best way to attract a healthy dose of luck. In this book she:
- Guides would-be authors through the pitching process & the publishing maze;
- Offers guidance on crafting a mission statement & building a brand;
- Provides writers with the tools to maximise their experiences
- & their incomes;
- Looks at how to foster long-term relationships with editors & publishers;
- Provides a guide to the world-wide market for those writers who want to maximize earning potential & writing outlets all across the globe;
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Includes:: tips & advice from many of the UK`s finest travel-writing talent, editors & publishers, plus sample travel articles.








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Enjoy outdoor living to the fullest with these functional & decorative furniture projects for deck, patio, yard & garden. From Adirondack chairs, patio bars & picnic tables to showcase Victorian trellises & planters, the experts at American Woodworker provide complete plans & instructions for building great-looking pieces that will beautify your outdoor space. Expert advice on finishing & varnishing ensures that your durable wooden furniture will stand up to the elements for years to come. How to Make Outdoor & Garden Furniture offers 23 do-it-yourself projects for both novice & experienced woodworkers. superb step-by-step photographs & excellent working drawings help ensure success for both amateur & experienced builders. Each project takes from just a few hours to a weekend to complete, making this book an ideal resource for transforming your outdoor decor. ...

Whether selling, managing, applying to university, looking for a job
- or looking for a soulmate
- the secret of success

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