This fascinating new book takes a nostalgic look at Skegness & reveals some of the changes & developments that have taken place in the town during the last century. Ken Wilkinson has gathered together ninety pairs of images to compare & contrast changing modes of fashion & transportation shops & businesses houses & public buildings while recalling some of the local people who once lived & worked in this popular seaside resort. Drawn from family albums local collections & professional photographers this collection is sure to bring back many memories for locals & visitors alike. Skegness Past & Present is sure to bring back cherished memories of yesteryear for all who know & love this part of Lincolnshire. ...

The number-one bestseller Clive Cussler author of the thrilling Dirk Pitt" novels " Crescent Dawn" & " Atlantis Found" & co-author Jack Du Brul tell a gripping story of treasure hunting & treachery in the fourth novel of the adventure series " The Oregon Files Skeleton Coast". 1896: HMS Rove vanished in a shocking storm off the African coast. Aboard is a fortune in stolen diamonds... Present day: Juan Cabrillo & the crew of the covert super-ship Oregon have just escaped a double-cross on the Congo River when they come to the aid of Sloane Macintyre
- looking for some long lost treasure. Sloanes story is strange & when Juan checks it out he finds that theres much more than just diamonds at stake on the African coast. A deranged militant & his followers plan to unleash a devastating power that will kill millions & cause worldwide havoc. Soon the Oregon is steaming to the rescue
- but some forces are so extreme that even a hero like Juan Cabrillo thinks twice before getting involved..." Skeleton Coast" is an assault of pulse-pounding action & heart-stopping thrills. " The guy I read" Tom Clancy bestselling author Clive Cussler has kept readers on the edges of their seats for four decades with his thrilling action novels. As well as the " Oregon Files" series there are also the "NUMA Files" the " Dirk Pitt" stories (which started it all) the Isaac Bell adventures & the " Fargo" series. The other titles in the " Oregon Files" are: " Golden Buddha" " Sacred Stone" " Dark Watch" " Plague Ship" " Corsair" " The Silent Sea" & " The Jungle" & are all available in Penguin paperback."

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Hold tight. We are going into a number of dark places but I think I know the way. Just dont let go of my arm.. . Unrivalled master of suspense Stephen King takes the unsuspecting reader on a fantastic journey through the dark shadows of our innermost fears. Do the dead sing? In this bumper collection of chilling tales which

Includes:: the brilliant story adapted into the acclaimed movie The Mist we meet: a woman who has never crossed The Reach the water dividing her from the mainland; a gramma who only wants to hug little George even after she is dead; an innocent looking toy with sinister powers; & a primeval sea creture with an insatiable appetite.

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Skeleton Crew" is one of the titles in Allan Ahlberg's iconic children's picture book series about skeletons Funnybones. Despite being set in a dark dark house this brightly coloured book is perfect for early readers! " Zzz!" The three skeletons enjoy a holiday on-board their little boat. But one night
- " Yo-ho-ho"
- the pirates come & put them out to sea on a tiny raft launching them on an oceanful of new adventures. " By far our best writer for the young". (" Daily Telegraph"). Allan Ahlberg has published over 100 children's books & with his late wife Janet created many award-winning children's picture books including " Peepo!" " Each Peach Pear Plum" & the Kate Greenaway Medal winning " The Jolly Postman". Other titles in the " Funnybones" series include " Funnybones" " The Ghost Train" " The Black Cat" " The Pet Shop" " Bumps in the Night" " Dinosaur Dreams" " Mystery Tour" " Give the Dog a Bone" & "A Brilliant Bone Rattling Collection" all of which are available from Puffin."

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Ignorance is bliss...especially when it comes to murder! Ever since the death of his father Fellworth Dolphin has slaved away as a waiter to support his miserly cold-hearted mother. So when she suddenly dies Fellworth is shocked to discover she has left him a fortune. Somewhat confused Fell teams up with a girl from work Maggie to investigate the source of the riches. But what they find instead is a closet full of skeletons... Is it really possible Fell's father was involved in a decades-old train robbery? & who is the mysterious woman in the portrait hidden in his mother's wardrobe? As Fell & Maggie poke around the village for answers they find themselves on a surprise-filled path to danger & adventure
- but all this good fortune could come to a sudden end if they don't stay one step ahead of a cunning killer...
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Teenage superspy Alex Rider is enlisted by the national security services again
- this time for a routine reconnaissance mission
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It is a stylish new edition of the acclaimed graphic novel adaptation of Alex Rider's third thrilling mission. The hazy days of Wimbledon are the unlikely first link in a terrifying chain of events. Alex Rider reluctant teenage spy is forced into hiding after his recce mission as a ballboy makes him a target for a murderous Chinese gang. Sent to the island Skeleton Key Alex is thrown into further danger as from there General Sarov
- an insane Russian
- has plans to destroy the world. Alone with just a handful of gadgets Alex must outwit Sarov as the seconds tick away... It features full-colour action-packed manga-style art. Over 30 000 copies of Skeleton Key Graphic Novel" sold across the Walker group to date. Following the triumphant international publication of " Stormbreaker: The Graphic Novel" the whole Alex Rider graphic novel series has gained wide recognition among reviewers fans & literacy experts. With literacy levels among children in the UK lower than ever this is a series of books that will offer an accessible & compelling alternative for reluctant readers."

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When workmen converting former girls boarding school Chadleigh Hall into a luxury hotel discover a skeleton in a sealed room ...

When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister's illness Michael's world seems suddenly lonely & uncertain. Then one Sunday afternoon he stumbles into the old ramshackle garage of his new home & finds something magical. A strange creature
- part owl part angel a being who needs Michael's help if he is to survive. With his new friend Mina Michael nourishes Skellig back to health while his baby sister languishes in the hospital. But Skellig is far more than he at first appears & as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister Michael's world changes for ever.. . Skellig won the Carnegie Medal & the Whitbread Children's Book Award & is now a major Sky 1 feature film starring Tim Roth & John Simm. David Almond is also winner of the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen award.
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When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister's illness Michael's world seems suddenly lonely & uncertain. Then one Sunday afternoon he stumbles into the old ramshackle garage of his new home & finds something magical. A strange creature
- part owl part angel a being who needs Michael's help if he is to survive. With his new friend Mina Michael nourishes Skellig back to health while his baby sister languishes in the hospital. But Skellig is far more than he at first appears & as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister Michael's world changes forever.. . Skellig won the Carnegie Medal & the Whitbread Children's Book Award & is now a major Sky 1 feature film starring Tim Roth & John Simm. David Almond is also winner of the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen award.
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