Books Reference Books The Cult Files explores the history, features & beliefs of thirty cults through the ages.  Riveting, sometimes amusing, often horrifying stories show the inside workings of these groups, & trace their history & often their demise. The book

Includes:: the Aum Shinrikyo followers, who killed twelve people in a poison gas attack on the Tokyo subway; Scientology (now known for its celebrity followers), which was established in the 1950s by a science fiction writer; & the People's Temple, in which Jim Jones convinced hundreds of followers to commit suicide en masse. Discover the unbelievable power & wealth held by cult leaders, & the physical & mental authority they wield over their followers.  The full story of some of these cults is told for the first time in this book. Key points: each gripping story eight to ten pages in length & 17 accounts in total is easy to finish in one reading; here true crime meets history, combining two strong-sellin...

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One of England’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty, Cumbria has charmed visitors for centuries, & this collection of intricate illustrations is a celebration of the county’s unique appeal. Featuring a range of picturesque vistas, from majestic mountains & picturesque lakes to rugged coastlines & grand architecture, each stunning scene is full of intriguing detail sure to fire the imagination & make you reach for your colouring pencils.

There are absolutely no rules – you can choose any combination of colours you like to bring these images to life.

This paperback book measures: 16.7 x 24.6 x 1cm



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Everyone loves cupcakes! This set comes complete with recipe cards containing 40 delicious recipes, from cupcakes for parties & special occasions, as well as delicious cakes, simple recipes & cupcakes for kids. With step-by-step instructions & mouth-watering photography, you'll be marvelling at the results in no time. This set comes complete with useful components to help you on your way, including
- cupcake cases, piping bag & nozzles.
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There's something magical about Ceri D' Altory. After departing London to follow her heart's desire to become a psychology lecturer, Ceri D' Altroy vows to leave her matchmaking ways behind her for good. Unfortunately, all she seems to do is inspire the new people she meets to change their lives. There's Ed, who's decided to declare his love to a woman who is way out of his league; Mel & Claudine, two long-term friends who are now tempted to start an illicit affair; & Gwen, the chain-smoking head of department who has a deep, dark secret she only wants to share with her new employee. No one who comes into contact with Ceri is ever the same again. Could this unsuspecting young woman be a modern-day Cupid? ...

In The Curious Bartender, Tristan Stephenson explores & experiments with the art of mixing the perfect cocktail, explaining the fascinating modern turns mixology has taken.

Showcasing a selection of classic cocktails, he explains their intriguing origins, introducing the colourful historical characters who inspired or created them. Moving on, he reinvents each drink from his laboratory, adding contemporary twists to breathe fresh life into these vintage classics. Stay true to the originals with a Sazerac or a Rob Roy, or experiment with some of his modern variations to create a Green Fairy Sazerac topped with an absinthe ‘air’ or an Insta-age Rob Roy with the ‘age’ on the side.

Also included is a reference section detailing all the techniques you will need, making this an essential anthology for the cocktail enthusiast.

This hardback book has 210 pages & measures: 24 x 19.5 x 2.4cm





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Discover why rum is becoming the hottest spirit in the world right now with the latest & greatest offering from bestselling author & master mixologist Tristan Stephenson.

The Curious Bartender’s Rum Revolution is the fifth book by bestselling author Tristan Stephenson. Explore rum’s remarkable history from its humble origins to its status as life-blood of the Royal Navy & its love affair with Cuba. Discover its darker past, with tales of devils, pirates & its reputation as the revolutionary spirit. This fabled drink is in the midst of another revolution, transforming from uninspiring grog to premium product, with aged & spiced varieties leading the charge.

This hardback book has 256 pages & measures: 24 x 19.5 x 2.8cm



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Details: Fifteen-year-old Christopher has a photographic memory. He understands maths. He understands science. What he
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Books Classic Novels It was 7 minutes after midnight. The dog was lying on the grass in the middle of the lawn in front of Mrs Shears' house. Its eyes were closed. It looked as if it was running on its side, the way dogs run when they think they are chasing a cat in a dream. But the dog was not running or asleep. The dog was dead. This is Christopher's story. There are also no lies in this story because Christopher can't tell lies. Christopher does not like strangers or the colours yellow or brown or being touched. On the other h&, he knows all the countries in the world & their capital cities & every prime number up to 7507. When Christopher decides to find out who killed the neighbour's dog, his mystery story becomes more complicated than he could have ever predicted.   Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9781784707637 •†Author:†  Mark Haddon •†Publisher:†  Vintage Classics •†Format:†  Paperback •†Pages:† 288 •†Dimensions:†12.9 x 1.8 x 19.8 cm ...

On 26 November 1983 six armed robbers escaped with ?28 million worth of gold bullion from a Brink's-Mat warehouse at London's Heathrow Airport. The heist made the careers of many of the underworld's biggest names, & changed the face of British crime for ever. In the years following the robbery, many of those involved, innocent & guilty alike, have been sent to an early grave. Two decades on, the death toll is still rising. Nobody knows more about that extraordinary morning's events than Wensley Clarkson. Nobody is better placed to track the vicious, violent & unexpected waves that followed in its wake, or bring to life its cast of larger-than-life characters. From small-time crime in south-east London, to 'the heist of the century' & its bloody consequences, Wensley Clarkson's The Curse of Brink's-Mat is an epic tale of villainy, gold & revenge. ...

Many people's lives, relationships, careers & wellbeing are blighted by the belief that to be liked, loved & accepted they have to limit themselves to the behaviours they believe are approved of by others. This might mean some or all of the following: always being polite, nice, helpful, charming, fun, making people feel good about themselves, not letting people down, never saying 'no', avoiding conflict & putting others' needs before their own. In her 15 years of clinical experience as a psychologist Jacqui Marson has coined the phrase 'the curse of lovely' to describe this growing trend. Many people would like to be known as lovely, but for a growing number of people it can feel like a curse. They feel unable to put their own needs before those of everyone else, & feel that changing this is not an option. This highly practical & motivational book will show readers how to break curse of lovely to live a more complete, fulfilling life. Contents include: when 'lovely' turns into a curse; the lovely child
- how it all begins; the different shades of lovely
- which one are you?; from curse to gift
- how we can still be lovable & get our needs met; but what do I want
- how to tune in to what your body is telling you; re-evaluating anger; saying 'no' & surviving; how to instigate scary conversations; & how to replace the personal rules that put you at the bottom on the pile.



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