The second in a br&-new series of annual anthologies The Best British Short Stories 2012" reprints the cream of short fiction by British writers first published in 2011. These stories first appeared in magazines from " Ambit" to " Granta" in anthologies across various genres from publishers big & small & in authors' own short story collections. They were broadcast on radio & delivered by mobile phone app. They appeared online at " Metazen" & " Paraxis"." ...

The third in a landmark series of annual anthologies The Best British Short Stories 2013" brings you the best of short fiction by British writers first published in 2012. These stories first appeared in magazines from " Stand" to " Granta" in anthologies across various genres from publishers big & small & in authors' own short story collections. They were broadcast on radio & delivered by mobile phone app. They appeared online at fleetingmagazine.com & elsewhere. Jackie Kay Ross Raisin David Rose & Alex Preston headline the 2013 edition of this flagship national anthology." ...

The Bloom family owners of everyones favorite flower store Petal Pushers is back! Its summertime & twelve-year-old Del the oldest & most responsible one--has her hands full trying to solve another flower-related crisis. This time its involving a big birthday party for Ashley the mean queen bee in Dels class. Unfortunately Dels birthday is right around the same time! Will Dels family & friends still remember her big day...or will she have to sacrifice her moment in the sun to save the store? ...

This ever-popular guide to quality parks in the UK & Ireland is a bible for many regular readers who tour around Britain & Ireland as well as those seeking a camping weekend at short notice. Featuring British & Irish parks in all corners of the UK & Ireland this guide book is a glove-box favourite. ...

Echoes of Christmas 1914 in the trenches call to the present day when a letter found by chance in an antique desk brings one soldiers experience hauntingly to life. Heart-warming & spine-tingling this is a perfect story to curl up with on a winters night. ...

Dance is a universal language spoken & understood by all. It knows no barriers & traverses time & space. Dance moves are like building blocks that can either enliven a simple side-to-side shuffle or be joined up to create a dazzling night-long display. Starting with the basics THE BEST DANCE MOVES IN THE WORLD.. .EVER! gives you the lowdown on the history of dance pioneers of dance & what you should know before you hit the dance floor. Then it takes you on a tour of the 100 dance moves that you need to know including: SIMPLE MOVES such as Finger Bopping The Swim & The Smooch SLICK MOVES like The Grapevine The Madison & The Charleston CLASSIC MOVES including The Twist Vogue Thriller & The Time Warp MOVIE MOVES inspired by Saturday Night Fever Pulp Fiction Napoleon Dynamite & many more Covering dances suitable for every taste in music from funk disco & soul through Rn B & rock n roll to pop punk & even rave & partnered with clear step-by-step instructions with easily understood illustrations readers health self-confidence & ability to have a good time are all given a thorough workout. ...

Following the disruption hardship & challenges of the Second World War the post-war years brought a sense of optimism & excitement with families at last enjoying peacetime. This new book follows the lives of the nation's schoolchildren through the two decades following the war years recalling what it was like for those experiencing the creation of a new school system; a system underpinned by the introduction of the 11 plus exam & the provision of free secondary education for all. Combining personal reminiscences with a lively description of what was going on in the wider world of British education Simon Webb provides a vivid & entertaining picture of school life during in the 1940s & '50s which is sure to bring back nostalgic memories for all who remember the best days of their lives. ...

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This title features over 200 delicious mouthwatering dishes to make in a slow cooker. It is a complete guide to making the most of your slow cooker together with a wide range of tempting recipes for all kinds of dishes. It is an illustrated practical reference section explains preparation & cooking techniques to help you get the most from your appliance. It features a comprehensive range of classic recipes including carrot & coriander soup seafood chowder Boston baked beans steak & kidney pie moussaka special fish pie Vermont baked maple custards & chocolate cheesecake brownies. It

Includes:: a wide variety of stocks & soups sauces fondues preserves & desserts as well as delectable braises casseroles stews & pot-roasts. This lavish collection is the ultimate guide to making the most of your slow cooker with over 200 recipes ranging from all-time classic family meals to sophisticated dinners & exciting modern creations. The slow cooker is ideal for fuss-free one-pot meals such as French onion soup or Provencal beef stew. It also cooks gently so that delicate foods like fish fruit & vegetables retain their texture. Try salmon risotto baked eggs with creamy leeks or fresh currant bread & butter pudding all recipes that cook to perfection in the slow cooker. Whether you are a recent convert to the delights of creating easy & succulent dishes in the slow cooker or want to widen your existing recipe repertoire this book will provide endless inspiration.

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Enticed by advertisements for a newly restored palatial hotel & filled with visions of a life of leisure good weather & mango juice in their gin a group of very different people leave England to begin a new life in India. On arrival they are dismayed to find the palace is a shell of its former self the staff more than a little eccentric & the days of the Raj long gone. But as they soon discover life & love can begin again even in the most unexpected circumstances. ...