The 1970s was a great decade for British racing drivers but it was also the era in which the nation lost a generation of brilliant young drivers
- Roger Williamson Tony Brise & Tom Pryce
- in tragic accidents. All had the potential to be World Champions. With access to their families friends & race colleagues David Tremayne tells their full stories for the first time. It makes for poignant but uplifting reading.

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What would happen if we lost the happy endings to stories
- imagine the tears at bedtime! A fantastic & magical tale about what
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Thubron travelled throughout Central Asia in the wake of the break-up of the Soviet Union & documented the widespread social upheaval in a region reeling from political change. An inspirational writer intrepid traveller & insightful observer Thubrons The Lost Heart of Asia" is an outstanding guide to the history people & culture of a vast region resonating with history & politics." ...

This is the number one bestselling title in this new spin-off series from Percy Jackson creator Rick Riordan. Old enemies awaken as camp half-blood's new arrivals prepare for war. When Jason Piper & Leo crash land at Camp Half-Blood they have no idea what to expect. Apparently this is the only safe place for children of the Greek Gods
- despite the monsters roaming the woods & demigods practising archery with flaming arrows & explosives. But rumours of a terrible curse
- & a missing hero
- are flying around camp. It seems Jason Piper & Leo are the chosen ones to embark on a terrifying new quest which they must complete by the winter solstice in just four days time. Can the trio succeed on this deadly mission
- & what must they sacrifice in order to survive?



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Celebrating the 70th anniversary of this magical & well-loved classic. Following a plane crash Conway a British consul; his deputy; a missionary; & an American financier find themselves in the enigmatic snow-capped mountains of uncharted Tibet. Here they discover a seemingly perfect hidden community where they are welcomed with gracious hospitality. Intrigued by its mystery the travellers set about discovering the secret hidden at the shimmering heart of Shangri-La. ...

Jimmy Holland was born into a family suffering at the hands of their drunk & abusive father. At the age of just two weeks he was placed into care. The beginning of a life lived in a constantly changing environment of homes authorities & institutions began. Let down & frequently abused it wasn't long before Jimmy strayed onto the wrong side of the tracks. Before long the mould for a problem child was set. He quickly turned from substance abuse to drug use & in turn to crime
- his only means of an escape. An inevitable lifetime of crime faced him & he soon became associated with the ringleaders of an infamous gang responsible for prison riots & hostage taking. A heartfelt shocking & despairing insight into life as a state-raised boy Lost in Care" is the heart-rending tale of a man who has lost his childhood & also lost his way."
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Contrary to popular belief London isn't all grime & crime. Despite the endless maze of paving commuter rat race & never-stop never-rest attitude there's another side
- a natural side
- unearthed in this beautiful new book. Lost in London is for those who aren't in love with the capital's dynamic pace & crowded tubes. It's for those who crave the slower sweeter side of the city. From orchards in Southwark & birdwatchers on Tower 42 to the riverside pubs where you can spot rare butterflies this urban nature guide lists the best places to slow down & reconnect with the world. Light-hearted & lovingly-researched the book is packed with practical tips on turning local finds into jams cordials & boozy treats such as sloe gin & elderflower champagne. There is also advice on how to pick summer food for the winter months & Christmas presents & how to make the most out of your garden allotment rooftop or window box. Packed with beautiful colour photographs maps & original illustrations Lost in London finds fresh air in the big smoke & proves that it really is possible to live more simply in the city. Word count: 30 000

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One minute John is the cornerstone of Evas world rock to his two teenage stepdaughters & his own son Theo the next he is tossed through the air in a traffic accident & snapped like a twig. His sudden death changes everything. Eva struggles with the terror & desolation of loneliness & finds herself drawn back to her untrustworthy ex-husband; Emily the eldest daughter grapples with her new-found independence & responsibility. Little Theo can only begin to fathom the permanence of his fathers death. But for Daisy Johns absence opens up a whole world of confusion just at the onset of adolescence & blossoming sexuality. & in steps a man only too willing to take advantage. ...

A magical Christmassy story guaranteed to melt the hearts of all animal lovers! Fluff is the smallest & weakest of the farm kittens but she surprises everyone with her strength & spirit & soon she & her brothers & sisters are ready for new homes. But nobody seems to want Fluff & after a heartbreaking encounter with a little girl called Ella she gives up on her dream of a loving home & flees the farm out into the big scary world. Soon Fluff is lost & all alone... ...

Schuyler's hunt for the Gates is becoming more intense as the vampire world is beginning to show cracks. The New York Coven's ancient lore & the desires of young vampires keep coming into dangerous conflict that could have repercussions worldwide. The course of forbidden love never did run smooth... ...