Jools Holland has had a fascinating life. From playing on bomb sites as a boy in the East End to skiving off school & then selling millions of records with Squeeze the first twenty years of his life were eventful chaotic & colourful. Then came The Tube with Paula Yates the seminal live music programme that propelled him to fame. Over the following three decades Jools succeeded in placing himself at the epicentre of a global community comprising just about anybody who is anybody in music. Through Later with Jools Holland the longest-running music programme on television he has given British TV debuts to countless now world famous bands. Packed with hilarious anecdotes written in Hollands own inimitable style & laced with quirky insights & deliciously acute detail this autobiography by one of Britains most gifted & debonaire musicians is not just for music fans but for anyone who is looking for something several cuts above the conventional showbiz memoir. ...

Classic poems from the English literary tradition come together in an anthology that traces our journey through life with a thoughtful blend of humour & playfulness poignancy & nostalgia. This beautifully illustrated collection contains the works of some of the finest poets in the English language. It introduces children to the world's best poetry from John Milton to William Carlos Williams. Here too are the voices of Robert Frost W. H. Auden Eleanor Farjeon Rainer Maria Rilke & Marianne Moore. Beautiful illustrations & classic entries make this a wonderful addition to any library. Jackie Morris is a celebrated author & illustrator & the winner of the Welsh Books Council Tir na n-Og Award for her title The Seal Children". Her illustrations for " How the Whale Became" by Ted Hughes (2000) were universally praised & prompted the " Guardian" to comment ' This exquisite new edition provides illustrations whose rich grave muted almost medieval beauty is in perfect harmony with the deceptive simplicity of the words.'" ...

Author Shahrukh Husain has selected seven classical operas retelling them in a way that will capture the imagination of today's children. Each story opens with background information on the composer & the opera plus a musical extract while endnotes offer advice for parents on best recordings. This title is narrated by Golden Globe winner Miranda Richardson. ' Children need music! This anthology introduces them to opera in an unforgettable way!'
- Placido Domingo. All stories open with an introduction & a new section at the back

Includes:: information on famous opera houses behind the scenes contributors singers composers & more!


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Divided by geographical region the Barefoot Books World Atlas looks at the way in which communities & cultures across the world have been shaped by their natural environment & at the ideas & initiatives which are shaping the future. An atlas for the twenty-first century it shows how all parts of the planet are interconnected & looks at the challenges which face us all in creating a sustainable future. About this title: -Global book & app launch. -App developed in partnership with Touchpress market leaders in app publication & creators of the bestselling The Elements & Solar System apps. -Introduction

Includes:: the story of the solar system & the history of map-making. -Maps of regions & oceans bring faraway places to life with illustrated geographical & architectural features people plants & wildlife from oil fields to Buddhist monks to the Amazon Rainforest. -Fold-out booklets reveal fascinating facts about each region.

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When Ina Garten opened her fabulous food store The Barefoot Contessa it soon became the most popular place in town & attracted masses of visitors all year round. But after 18 years Ina needed a new challenge & she turned her hand to writing up her wonderful recipes & the great tips on style & entertaining that are the hallmark of her work. & it wasnt too long before Ina became one of Americas most successful cookery writers. Her New York Times bestselling books went on to sell more than 3 million copies worldwide & today she is one of the stars of Americas Food Network where she attracts weekly audiences of more than 5 million. Genuinely warm & inspiring Ina is Americas own Domestic Goddess & her television popularity has carried over to the UK. She is currently one of the most successful & respected cooks on the UKs Food Network & the Good Food Channel which attract terrific audiences. This ever-growing tv profile is all down to the accessible no-nonsense approach Ina takes to cooking delicious meals that even beginners can conjure up. Added to this is the little touch of luxury she offers in both her books & her tv shows all photographed & filmed against the glorious backdrop of her fabulous kitchen & garden in East Hampton. Now in BACK TO BASICS Ina offers almost 100 brand new recipes all tried & tested to the highest standard & beautifully illustrated in full-colour throughout. Focusing on her simple techniques this book has something for everyone. So whether youre aiming to prepare a delicious main-course crowd-pleaser a quick & easy tea-time treat or something a little more sophisticated for a special occasion theyre all here
- & with simple instructions to guarantee success every time!
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In Barefoot Contessa Family Style" Ina Garten explains that sharing our tables with those we love is too essential to be saved just for special occasions
- & it's easy to do if you know how to cook irresistible meals with a minimum of fuss. For Ina the best way to make guests feel at home is to serve them food that is as unpretentious as it is delicious. So in " Family Style" she's collected the recipes that please her friends & family most
- dishes like East Hampton Clam Chowder Parmesan Roasted Asparagus Linguine with Shrimp Scampi & Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash. It's the kind of fresh accessible food that's meant to be passed around in big bowls or platters & enjoyed with warm conversation & laughter. Packed with fabulous colour photographs as well as menu suggestions & practical wisdom on what to do if disaster strikes this is the must-have guide to the joy of everyday entertaining."

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Whether shared in a cosy French bistro or in the comfort of your own home the romance & enduring appeal of French country cooking is irrefutable. In Barefoot in Paris" is a Garten helps you bring that spirit & those evocative dishes into your own kitchen. Packed full of easy to follow recipes & ideas for adding a special twist to classic dishes this is the perfect fare for family & friends. Hearty boeuf Bourguignon is served in deep bowls over a garlic-rubbed slice of baguette toast; croque monsieur is decadently rich eggy & oozing with cheese; Inas kir royale

Includes:: the addition of raspberry liquor a refreshing alternative to the traditional recipe; creamy vichyssoise is given a fresh tasting lift with the addition of courgettes " Barefoot in Paris" is suffused with Inas love of the city of the bustling outdoor markets bakeries fromageries & charcuteries. Its the perfect guide to Paris & its wonderful celebration of food."

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In Parties! Ina Garten shares the secrets she has gleaned from her years as a caterer & a dedicated party giver. Ina's parties are easy to prepare & fun for everyone including the host. Packed with plans for pulling off parties like a pro & stories & recipes from her own parties this is a must-have guide to easy entertaining. * In the spring you can invite your friends to a party where they all make their own pizzas. * Come summer it's into the garden for a lunch with grilled lamb & pitta sandwiches that guests assemble themselves. * In the autumn Ina roasts a fresh turkey which her friends enjoy with a creamy spinach gratin. * And on a winter's day everyone is invited for a lunch buffet with seafood chowder & butternut squash & apple soup. Delicious! Ina has reached new heights here with recipes like sour cream coffee cake
- the ultimate breakfast treat. Salads? The red lettuce balsamic onions & blue cheese salad; Chinese chicken salad; & panzanella may be the best you've ever tasted. & fillet of beef is easy to make for a fancy dinner with oh-so-good gorgonzola sauce. With so many great ideas & recipes to choose from this will be an essential read for anyone who loves a party.
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Millions of people love Ina Garten because she writes recipes that make home cooks look great; family & friends shower them with praise & yet the dishes couldn't be simpler to prepare using ingredients found in any grocers. In Barefoot Contessa Foolproof Ina takes easy a step further sharing her secrets for pulling off deeply satisfying meals that have that 'wow!' factor we all crave. Start with delicious Dukes Cosmopolitans made with freshly squeezed lemon juice plus Jalapeno Cheddar Crackers that everyone will devour. Lunches include Hot Smoked Salmon Lobster & Potato Salad & Easy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons all featuring old-fashioned flavours with the volume turned up. Elegant Slow-Roasted Filet of Beef with Basil Parmesan Mayonnaise & showstopping Seared Scallops & Potato Celery Root Puree are just two of the many fabulous dinner recipes. & your guests will always remember the desserts from Sticky Toffee Date Cake with Bourbon Glaze to Salted Caramel Brownies. For Ina 'foolproof' means more than just making one dish successfully; it's also about planning a menu including coordinating everything so it all gets to the table at the same time. In Barefoot Contessa Foolproof Ina shows you how to make a game plan so everything is served hot while you keep your cool. There are notes throughout to keep you on track
- & with 150 gorgeous colour photographs & Ina's invaluable tips Barefoot Contessa Foolproof is a stunning yet infinitely practical cookbook that home cooks will turn to again & again.
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They say you can never go home again...but when Life Coach to the Stars" Jocelyn Bloom is embroiled in scandal she has to try. She left Barefoot Bay -- & the boy next door who knows all her secrets -- years ago & never looked back. But nothing about the tiny island off the coast of Florida is quite how she remembers it especially Will Palmer. Hes even more gorgeous more tempting & still capable of turning her world inside out. Will Palmers life is in a holding pattern. A knee injury knocked him off the path to professional baseball stardom & coaching jobs are hard to come by. In the meantime hes been working construction living in his parents old house & keeping an eye on his elderly neighbor. Will would like to think hed look out for anyone suffering from Alzheimers but Guy Bloom is more than that -- hes the last connection to Jocelyn the woman Will has loved since they were teenagers. When Jocelyn comes home the reunion doesnt go quite the way Will expected. Unprepared for the change in her fathers personality Jocelyn struggles to reconcile the abusive monster of her childhood with the sweet confused man Will has grown close to. & even though the chemistry between Will & Jocelyn is as electrifying as ever suddenly theyre clashing about everything especially her fathers future. Wills capable hands can build almost anything but can he forge a bridge to forgiveness for Jocelyn & her father? If not the woman whos guided countless clients to happiness will never be able to escape the rainy days of her past for a sunny new future with the man who loves her." ...