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An introduction to the core of Buddhism by its greatest teacher, in this successor to the bestselling The Art of Happiness, the Dalai Lama's clear and simple guide to finding compassion and happiness. The Dalai Lama shares some of his key teachings on the practice of compassion, presenting a...

A selection of the award-winning author’s plays for theatre and radio Well known for his hit TV series Doctor Foster, Mike Bartlett is one of Britain’s most prolific and high-profile contemporary playwrights. He has been Writer-In-Residence at the both the National Theatre and The Royal...

Helen Stoner consults Sherlock Holmes about the death of her twin sister, Julia, who died before her wedding, crying that: it was the Speckled Band!Holmes must investigate their mother's estate and the unpleasant Dr. Roylott, Helen's stepfather, who allows gypsies to camp on his estate and has both a cheetah and a baboon running amok in the grounds. But can Helen be believed? Is Dr Roycroft as bad as he seems?

Meet Lieutenant Flint: hard-edged and muscle-bound, radiating machismo - a bull of a soldier. In the opposite corner stands Captain Turner: with his pencil mustache and tailored shirts, he’s a Trick Soldier - smart, crisply-dressed, and always at attention. They’re fire and ice, oil and water. Ten years ago and a thousand miles away, they attended boot camp together. They didn’t get along then...and they don’t get along now. Reunited in the Haitian jungles, in the midst of a fierce rebel uprising, they confront the most dangerous enemy of all - each other.

The brilliant creation of British author A.E.W. Mason, Inspector Hanaud has been hailed as ‘the first major fiction police detective of the Twentieth Century’, and was one of the inspirations for Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot. In these engaging whodunits, France’s cleverest investigator is tasked with proving the innocence of two young women, both accused of murder.

Das emotionalste Hörbuch des Jahres 2024. Evelyn und Joseph wachsen an der malerischen Küste New Englands auf, an der ihre Familien schon seit Generationen leben. Sie sind unzertrennliche Freunde von Kindesbeinen an, und als sie älter werden, verlieben sie sich ineinander. Gemeinsam übernehmen sie die Pension von Josephs Eltern am Meer und ziehen dort ihre drei Kinder groß. Nach sechzig bewegten Ehejahren versammeln die beiden ihre Familie in dem wunderschönen alten Haus am Strand. Denn Evelyn hat eine erschütternde Diagnose erhalten, und Joseph weiß, dass er ohne sie nicht sein will.

Das emotionalste Hörbuch des Jahres 2024. Evelyn und Joseph wachsen an der malerischen Küste New Englands auf, an der ihre Familien schon seit Generationen leben. Sie sind unzertrennliche Freunde von Kindesbeinen an, und als sie älter werden, verlieben sie sich ineinander. Gemeinsam übernehmen sie die Pension von Josephs Eltern am Meer und ziehen dort ihre drei Kinder groß. Nach sechzig bewegten Ehejahren versammeln die beiden ihre Familie in dem wunderschönen alten Haus am Strand. Denn Evelyn hat eine erschütternde Diagnose erhalten, und Joseph weiß, dass er ohne sie nicht sein will.

Rising to fame with her 1936 novel Ballet Shoes, Noel Streatfeild soon became one of the most popular authors of her day. She was one of the first winners of the Carnegie Medal and was awarded an OBE in 1983. She died in 1986, but her stories continue to captivate children today. Included here are three of her very best - Ballet Shoes, The Growing Summer and When the Siren Wailed.

John Reed's first-hand description of the October Revolution was written in early 1918 and published in the USA the following year. The veracity and impact of his dynamic snapshot-style reportage made the book an instant best seller, and it has since become a modern classic, inspiring films including Sergei Eisenstein's October and the Oscar-winning Reds.

Four exciting novelisations of classic TV stories in which the Doctor and his companions traverse the Fourth Dimension. In Doctor Who: The Space Museum, by Glyn Jones, the TARDIS jumps a time-track, allowing its occupants to witness themselves as exhibits in a glass case: a future they must...

After serving over six years in the Canadian Armed Forces as an Avionics Technician, I had a profound meditative experience that changed the course of my life. I left my career, sold all my possessions, and began a spiritual journey that led me to the Sivananda Ashram, where I studied Yoga and embraced a life of service. Since then, I have dedicated myself to helping those struggling with mental health issues, addiction, and emotional suffering, offering support, Reiki, and meditation guidance freely to anyone in need.

An epic collection of fantasy tales in the grand tradition, including a never-before-published A Song of Ice and Fire story by George R.R. Martin and an introduction by Gardner Dozois. Fantasy fiction has produced some of the most unforgettable heroes ever conjured onto the page: Robert E...

New epic fantasy in the grand tradition—including a never-before-published Song of Ice and Fire story by George R. R. Martin! Fantasy fiction has produced some of the most unforgettable heroes ever conjured onto the page: Robert E. Howard’s Conan the Barbarian, Michael Moorcock’s Elric of...

A world traveler and adventurer, L. Ron Hubbard was a keen observer and astute researcher and imbued his fiction with authentic characters, local color, and real-life adventure. Whether sailing the high seas with Lord Nelson’s fleet, digging in a scorching desert for Alexander’s treasure, or ducking bullets across war-torn China, these stories will carry you on adventure to other times and places.

Timeless themes of courage and danger, leadership and honor, along with the bare-knuckle struggle between right and wrong are the hallmark of L. Ron Hubbard’s military and war adventures. Experience the action in these tales set against historical backgrounds as the characters face relentless adversaries and overwhelming odds.

Step into a bold journey of faith and purpose with Jeremiah Moss in Jesus and Barbeque: BBQ with Purpose. As a Kingdom entrepreneur, Moss shares his own story of building a successful barbeque business fueled by faith, grit, and a vision that turned dreams into reality. Through his experiences, you’ll discover how being “good soil” can open you up to God’s teachings, letting you grow and thrive. This book is packed with practical insights for anyone seeking to turn their unique talents into something powerful.

I have a confession to make: I have hated all things tinsel-related for years. Yeah, I know, most people have a right to hate things, but I don't. I'm Nick Kristoff, CEO of the biggest department store chain that specializes in the holidays. Hating a holiday I plan to promote all year long is...

Do you believe in magic hidden behind the ordinary? Are there dreams you can’t shake—the ones that feel like they’re trying to tell you something? For Tatum, those dreams become reality. When her summer break is interrupted by visions of a towering, shadowy castle and the haunting cry of a dragon, she never imagines they could be real. Then, a glowing doorway in her closet changes everything. Suddenly, Tatum and her brother, Harrison, are in Everland—a world brimming with secrets and wonder.