Ultimate Superstars: Ariana Grande

This is the story of how a young girl from Florida began her career in musical theatre before a big break on television propelled her to international stardom. This retelling of Ariana's life story is perfect for young fans to learn about the early life of a musical megastar and her amazing rise to fame. Discover a world where dreams really do come true!

 

Daisy Jones and The Six: The must-read bestselling novel

THE SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER'I LOVE it . . . I can't remember the last time I read a book that was so fun' DOLLY ALDERTONTaylor Jenkins Reid's new novel MALIBU RISING is out now! ____________________________________Everybody knows Daisy Jones and the Six.From the moment Daisy walked barefoot on to the stage at the Whisky she and the band were a sensation. Their sound defined an era. Their albums were on every turntable. They sold out arenas from coast to coast.This is the story of their incredible rise: the desire the rivalry - and the music.Then on 12 July 1979 Daisy Jones and the Six split up.Nobody knew why. Until now..._________________'New obsession incoming' TELEGRAPH'I didn't want this book to end' FEARNE COTTON'Utterly believable . . . fantastically enjoyable' THE TIMES'Pitch perfect' SUNDAY TIMES'Reads like an addictive Netflix documentary meets A Star Is Born - despite being utterly fictional. It's also a call-to-arms that when you find your niche don't doubt embrace it.' EMERALD STREET'The verdict: Daisy Jones steals the limelight... A zeitgeist book for 2019' STYLIST'Well observed sensitively told . . . a great read.' WILL GOMPERTZ BBC'A tremendously engaging and completely believable tale of rock and roll excess... inventive persuasive and completely satisfying.' DYLAN JONES'I spent a lost weekend in this book. Daisy Jones is an instant icon.' ERIN KELLY'DAISY JONES & THE SIX is a transporting novel - at once a love story a glimpse into the combustible inner workings of a rock-and-roll band and a pitch-perfect recreation of the music scene of the Fleetwood Mac era. You'll never want it to end.' CECILIA AHERN'Once in a blue moon you get to discover a book you end up pressing upon many other people to read. Taylor Jenkins Reid has got every nuance every detail exact and right. I loved every word.' PAUL REES'So brilliantly written I thought all the characters were real . . . I couldn't put it down.' EDITH BOWMAN'Explosive . . . a gorgeous novel and a ravishing read.' CHARLOTTE HEATHCOTE SUNDAY EXPRESS'Sex drugs and rock 'n' roll? You bet but it's Daisy's refusal to become a mere muse that powers this buzzy music-industry romance.' HEPHZIBAH ANDERSON MAIL ON SUNDAY'The characters leap off the page seducing you with their dramas and making you wish the band was real.' HEAT'The heady haze of the 70s music scene and a perfectly flawed Daisy combine to create a fresh rock n roll read. I loved it.' ALI LAND author of Good Me Bad MeOne of autumn 2020's biggest books (Grazia)

 

Little Book of Prada: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House (Little Book of Fashion)

Little Book of Prada is the pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated story of the legendary fashion house. Understated elegance and luxury technologically advanced fabrics and sublime originality of design are all hallmarks of the House of Prada. In this miniature monograph Laia Farran Graves documents the history and heritage of the brand from the company's origins as a leather-goods manufacturer to the global fashion empire created by Miuccia Prada. Little Book of Prada explores the evolutions and innovations of the brand as well as a design ethos informed by an interest in minimalism and contemporary art. Images of individual garments catwalk shots and fashion photography pay tribute to one of the world's most influential fashion houses and the woman behind it in a perfectly designed and stylish format that makes a perfect gift for any lover of fashion.

 

Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different: true tales of amazing boys who changed the world without killing dragons

WINNER OF THE CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS 2018 & THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER 1 BESTSELLER___________'This book can save lives. This book can change lives. This book can help to bring forth another generation of boys who dare to be different.' Benjamin Zephaniah___________Daniel Radcliffe Galileo Galilei Nelson Mandela Louis Armstrong Grayson Perry Louis Braille Lionel Messi King George VI Jamie Oliver... all dared to be different.Prince charming dragon slayer mischievous prankster... More often than not these are the role-models boys encounter in the books they read at home and at school. As a boy there is an assumption that you will conform to a stereotypical idea of masculinity.But what if you're the introvert kind? What if you prefer to pick up a book rather than a sword? What if you want to cry when you're feeling sad or angry? What if you like the idea of wearing a dress?There is an ongoing crisis with regards to young men and mental health with unhelpful gender stereotypes contributing to this malaise. Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different offers a welcome alternative narrative. It is an extraordinary compilation of 100 stories of famous and not-so-famous men from the past to the present day every single one of them a rule-breaker and innovator in his own way and all going on to achieve amazing things. Entries include Frank Ocean Salvador Dal Rimbaud Beethoven Barack Obama Stormzy Ai Weiwei and Jesse Owens - different sorts of heroes from all walks of life and from all over the world.A beautiful and transporting book packed with stories of adventure and wonderment it will appeal to those who need the courage to reject peer pressure and go against the grain. It is the must-have book for all those boys who worry about stuff and all those parents who worry about their boys who worry about stuff. It will educate and entertain while also encourage and inspire.*For tales of even more brilliant men who have dared to be different STORIES FOR BOYS WHO DARE TO BE DIFFERENT 2 is out now!*

 

Freed: The #1 Sunday Times bestseller (Fifty Shades)

**AVAILABLE NOW**Relive the sensuality the romance and the drama of Fifty Shades Freed - the love story that enthralled millions of readers around the world - through the thoughts reflections and dreams of Christian Grey.__________E L James revisits the world of Fifty Shades with a deeper new take on the love story that has enthralled millions of readers around the globe.__________You are cordially invited to the wedding of the decade when Christian Grey will make Anastasia Steele his wife. But is he really husband material? His dad is unsure his brother wants to organise one helluva bachelor party and his fiance won't vow to obey . . .And marriage brings its own challenges. Their passion for each other burns hotter and deeper than ever but Ana's defiant spirit continues to stir Christian's darkest fears and tests his need for control. As old rivalries and resentments endanger them both one misjudgement threatens to tear them apart.Can Christian overcome the nightmares of his childhood and the torments of his youth and save himself? And once he's discovered the truth of his origins can he find forgiveness and accept Ana's unconditional love?Can Christian finally be freed?

 

Little Book of Louis Vuitton: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House (Little Books of Fashion)

Little Book of Louis Vuitton is the pocket-sized and fully illustrated story of one of the world's most luxurious fashion houses.Louis Vuitton's monogrammed bags have been seen on the arms of celebrities and royals alike for over 150 years. From the young Louis seeking his fortune in Paris through to two world wars the Great Depression the Jazz Age and the Swinging Sixties there is no era in which this most opulent of brands hasn't thrived.Detailing the global expansion of Louis Vuitton in the 1980s the creation of the powerful fashion conglomerate LVMH and the appointment in 1997 of Marc Jacobs this is the story of a transformation from luggage company to high-fashion label. Louis Vuitton's continued evolution under the creative direction of Nicolas Ghesquire and Virgil Abloh is also depicted through fabulous images and captivating text.

 

Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Pop-Up Book and Advent Calendar

Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine Pumpkin King Jack Skellington longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere. Now fans of Tim Burton's iconic film can countdown to Christmas with this pop-up advent calendar. Inside readers will find a perfectly ghastly pop-up tree. Hidden in compartments beneath it are twenty-five removable and displayable ornaments - from skeletal reindeer to a man-eating wreath-to hang on the tree. Also inside is a 28-page softcover guidebook which contains a retelling of the story and fascinating facts about Halloween Town and its residents.

 

Cink L: Powers of a Girl

This is the Marvel Universe. Where the personalities powers and straight-up legends of countless heroic women have captured readers for generations. This unique book is the perfect start-or addition-to any Marvel fan's collection! Using her in-depth knowledge and passion for Super Heroes Lorraine Cink explores the lives of the exceptional and diverse women of the Marvel Universe. Filled with inspirational lessons and clever observations each section digs into what these relatable women can teach us all about growth bravery and the true meaning of strength. Paired with over one hundred original vibrant and emotive illustrations from the talented Alice X. Zhang this book balances the responsibility and the fun that comes with being a hero. 2019 MARVEL

 

The Unicorn that Said No

In the prettiest parts of the Forest of Hearts a cute little unicorn was born. Its mane was puffy its fur SUPER fluffy... But as adorable as it looked it didn't behave like the other unicorns in its herd. 'NO' was its favourite word! No matter how many sweet lucky clovers or soft squishy cuddles that the other unicorns offered the answer was always 'NO'. And so this unicorn became known as the uNOcorn. It's no surprise that one day our contrary unicorn decides to break free of its cotton-candy world and have an adventure of its own. Along the way the uNOcorn meets a raccoon who never listens ('Huh?') a dog who doesn't care ('So what?') and a rude princess (whose favourite word is 'YES!'). What a wonderful team they make because being stubborn is much more fun together!

 

What I Love about You: The perfect gift for those you love and miss

Often we find it difficult to express our true feelings to the one we love. This beautiful journal is a very special way to say 'I love you.' Fill in the prompted pages and gift to your significant other as a sign of your deep connection to one another. Let your other half know how you felt when you first met them draw a portrait of them cast yourselves as movie stars and write down your heart's desire. With a range of prompts to answer from the hilarious to the heartfelt this is a unique and personalized gift.