After decades of British rule Kenya has declared its independence, but drought & poor harvests still govern the village of Ilmorog. Undeterred, Munira, Karega, Wanja & Abdulla each move to Ilmorog in search of a more provincial life, only to find themselves suspects in a crime that signals a dark turning of the times. A classic of modern African literature, Ngugi wa Thiong`o`s damning satire of politics & corruption in Kenya would prove the catalyst for his imprisonment by the Kenyan government. ...

Pete the Cat has woken up grumpy today! Nothing seems to be going his way. But maybe some groovy magic sunglasses can help... Pete the Cat has woken up feeling blue
- & he just doesn`t know what to do! But when Pete is given some groovy, magic sunglasses, he finds out that maybe, just maybe, feeling blue isn`t something you have to do. Spread the good mood with Pete & his friends in the rockin` adventure all about seeing the bright side of every day!
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From the New York Times bestselling artist James Dean comes an all-new supercool activity book! Featuring more than 40 activities & 600 awesome stickers, Pete the Cat`s sticker book is sure to entertain readers of all ages. Full of a variety of fun pages, Pete fans can decorate groovy scenes with their favorite picture book characters! This interactive workbook is the first Pete the Cat sticker-activity book. It`s the perfect entertainment for any family on the go. Bring it along on vacations, road trips, & to restaurants! ...

Iconic designer, Orla Kiely, has been revealed as the designer of this year’s Collectors’ Edition Books Are My Bag tote bag. The Orla Kiely BAMB tote has been created by Kiely in her signature retro print style & is available to order now exclusively for bookshops across the country. The BA has worked with Orla Kiely & her team at Conran Octopus to develop this year’s stunning design.“I am so happy to have collaborated with the Bookseller’s Association, on a special edition print of Books Are My Bag. As a great lover of books & bookshops, nothing gives me more pleasure than discovering a new book, whether it’s a beautiful edition on a new favourite photographer, a great novel or a rare out of print edition. There is nothing more relaxing, inspiring or stimulating than reading & losing oneself in another world. We should all take time to read & importantly, to encourage our children to love books.”
- Orla Kiely BOOKS ARE MY BAG is a nationwide campaign to celebrate bookshops. This collaboration between publishers, bookshops & authors is the biggest ever promotion of bookshops. For many people bookshops conjure fond images of book readings, in-store cafes & delight at the discovery of a new author. & in fact 56% of all book buying decisions are made by consumers in a bookshop, but we must continue to celebrate
- & shop in!
- our high street bookshops so they are not under threat.


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The Swallows & Amazons are sailing with Nancy & Peggy`s Uncle Jim (better known as Captain Flint) when their hired deckhand tells them a tale of his younger days
- a tale to set pulses racing & hopes shooting sky high. Soon their boat is on its way to a Caribbean treasure hunt & they find themselves up against shark, storm, earthquake
- & the vilest pirate who ever eavesdropped at a porthole.

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Peter is just an ordinary boy, who loves playing football with his friends & eating cake
- until war comes to his city & the whole
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From one of the world's most respected sailors-the knowledge & secrets every sailor needs Peter Isler, two-time America's Cup winner, has sailed in & won hundreds of races over the last forty years. In that time, he has acquired a vast array of knowledge about sailing techniques & tactics, not to mention a boatload or two of entertaining stories along the way. In this book, he brings them all together into a single guide to help you make the most of your time on the water, whether you're going for a leisurely sail with friends or competing to win. Filled with tips & secrets every sailor craves, from the international competitor to the weekend dinghy sailor

Includes:: wisdom & advice gleaned from Peter's time spent sailing with top international sailors, from America's Cup veterans Ted Turner, Dennis Conner & Russell Coutts to & three-time Olympic gold medalist Ben Ainslie Covers a range of important sailing topics, including understanding the inner game, leading a team, reading the wind, preparing your boat (and yourself), & much more Filled with information that will help you become a better sailor, Peter Isler's Little Blue Book of Sailing Secrets is an invaluable source of guidance you'll rely on every time you set sail.

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J. M. Barrie`s classic children`s story is reimagined in this delightful full-color deluxe edition filled with all-new illustrations & ten removable features specially designed by Mina Lima, the award-winning design studio behind the graphics for the Harry Potter films. For more than a century, the adventures of Peter Pan-the boy who can fly & never grows up-and Wendy Darling have captured the hearts of generations of readers. In this enchanting illustrated volume, the fantastical world of Neverland & its magical inhabitants, including the Lost Boys, Captain Hook, Tiger Lily, & the beloved Tinker Bell, are brought to life like never before. Peter Pan is packed with a lush array of colorful illustrations & interactive removable features, including a detailed map of Neverl&, a croc o`clock with hands you can rotate to tell time, Peter`s shadow, & more. Beautiful & captivating, filled with breathtaking artwork, this stunning book is sure to become a treasured keepsake for fans of all ages. ...

Peter Pan & Tinkerbell lead the three Darling children over the rooftops of London & away to Neverland
- the island where the lost
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` Second to the right & straight on till morning.` Wendy, Michael & John are on an adventure to magical Neverland with Peter Pan, the boy who never grows up. But Neverland is also the home of Captain Hook, a dangerous pirate who`s after Peter... Peter Pan is a classic of children`s literature that still has the power to amaze, whether you are rediscovering its magic or reading it for the first time. Sales of this edition will benefit Great Ormond Street Hospital Children`s Charity, carrying on J M Barrie`s bequest & support of the hospital. ...