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“[A] rousing mash-up of military SF thriller and paranormal adventure . . . Scarlett is a resourceful and endearing heroine.”—Publishers Weekly What if you had a power you had to hide from everyone—until now? In this bold sci-fi action thriller, a secret training program at West Point is...

Azalea is trapped. Just when she should feel that everything is before her . . . beautiful gowns, dashing suitors, balls filled with dancing . . . it’s taken away. All of it. The Keeper understands. He’s trapped, too, held for centuries within the walls of the palace. And so he extends an...

A criminal that seems to be straight out of a Sherlock Holmes novel is out to get brother detectives Frank and Joe in the sixteenth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. An original Sherlock Holmes manuscript was stolen from the Bayport Museum and now pages keep showing up in Frank...

Four years ago, the bestselling authors of The Challenger Sale overturned decades of conventional wisdom with a bold new approach to sales. Now their latest research reveals something even more surprising: Being a Challenger seller isn’t enough. Your success or failure also depends on who you...

Phillip likes nothing more than to watch. As a married man, the subject of his voyeuristic tendencies is - of course - his wife. So when a busy day at the architectural office is interrupted by a phone call from his better half, things take a decidedly twisted turn. Watchman is a rare chance to peep inside a kinky couple's perfect, perverted marriage. This short story from award-winning erotic author Landon Dixon contains graphic and highly sexualised language; it is therefore only suitable for a mature, open-minded audience....

When private investigator Doug takes a break from his professional tail job, a posse of pretty ladies surround his vehicle and make a number of demands - of a rather intimate and revealing variety.... This erotic short story follows Landon Dixon’s hero in another arousing adventure. With graphic depictions of a highly sexual nature it is not for the easily offended: mature listeners only!

Friendships, for many of us, are at the very centre of our daily existence and identity. Yet it hasn't always been this way. Our modern view of what makes a friend is shaped by centuries of political and social upheaval. In this landmark study, Dr Thomas Dixon considers both the differences and similarities between friendships in history and those we experience today.

Brother detectives Frank and Joe cook up a new case as a series of accidents threatens a remote island in the twenty-second book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. When Aunt Trudy wins a competition to intern with celebrity chef Colton Spark, she invites Frank and Joe to join her on...

Brother detectives Frank and Joe dive deep into the Florida Keys to find a missing person in the twenty-first book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. Frank and Joe Hardy have been invited to take part in a conservation mission by a marine biologist at the Bayport Aquarium. The boys...

Bloomsbury presents Salt in the Blood by Patrick Dixon and Sheila Dixon, read by Patrick Dixon and Sheila Dixon. “Everything creaks and bends in heavy seas – what will not bend will simply snap. So many times I wondered how much load we could carry in a powerful storm without breaking apart...

Bloomsbury presents The Age of Ageing Better? by Dr Anna Dixon, read by Gabrielle Glaister. 'Dr Anna Dixon has written a must-read for anyone interested in the future of ageing. Learn from one of the best informed about an issue, and opportunity, that is facing us all.' – Andy Briggs, Head of...

Time to Heal tells the story of the colourful life of a country doctor towards the end of his career. In turn shocking, sad and funny, it describes a doctor who feels poorly served by the conventional medicine of his time and finds new ways to relieve the suffering of his patients. This tale has a twist. Twenty-first-century general practice and its patients have been betrayed by top-heavy regulation, performance management and a blame culture. Young doctors no longer want to enter general practice. The author explores why and how pandemics might provide the answers.

At the end of the Second World War, Dottie Tanner locked away the past, blocking out the heartache she experienced as a special operative working alongside the Resistance. Sixty years later, Dottie remains independent and proud of everything she has achieved, but time is running out. Watching the V.E. Day Celebrations on television reignites a flame. After a lifetime of resisting the lure of France, she decides to face her demons.

From the author of the #1 bestselling and Governor General’s Literary Award-winning The Ingenuity Gap – an essential addition to the bookshelf of every thinking person with a stake in our world and our civilization. This is a groundbreaking, essential book for our times. Thomas Homer-Dixon...

Behind the Pyro is a captivating wrestling podcast that dives deep into the thrilling world of professional wrestling, exploring the stories, secrets and behind the scenes drama that fuels the action. Join us as we discuss the latest matches, interview industry insiders and unpack the artistry and athleticism that bring the spectacle to life. Beyond the pyrotechnics and into the heart of the squared circle!

Everyone needs a safe place Haunted by a past trauma, Cathy yearns for sanctuary away from city life. She finds it with her boyfriend Alfie, at Blacksheep Farm, a haven in the Peaks of Derbyshire. But their peace is blighted by Bertha, the cold-hearted matriarch of Alfies family, who is...

While investigating a mysterious old house high on a cliff, Joe and Frank Hardy hear a scream and are scared away thinking the place might be haunted. Their dad has been hired by a pharmaceutical firm to find missing drug shipments and calls on the boys to help. He disappears at one point and his sons team up to rescue him from whatever happened. They made an extremely brave rescue of their dad from unscrupulous smugglers.

Teenagers Joe and Frank Hardy had ample mental ability to reach conclusions and act accordingly. Some of that ability was handed down by their former police detective Fenton Hardy, and the overall concept was enhanced by their perceptive cleverness. If you want to be tense with excitement, here’s a chance. They discover a counterfeiting operation in an old mill, are trapped and face a struggle to escape. Eventually, they overcome the misdeeds and wind up with some of the phony money.

This updated and expanded edition of A Short History of Film provides an accessible overview of the major movements, directors, studios, and genres from the 1880s to the present. Succinct yet comprehensive, this edition provides new information on contemporary horror, comic book, and franchise films; issues surrounding women and minority filmmakers; the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on movies worldwide; the shift from film to digital production; the rising use of artificial intelligence in cinema; and the impact of streaming on the industry.

The UDL Guidelines podcast provides educators and instructional designers with the practical insights they need to implement Universal Design for Learning in their teaching practice. Adapted from the Goodwin University Institute for Learning Innovation's UDL Tips, each episode will introduce you to a specific UDL 3.0 guideline and consider related solutions you can apply in your own courses. Whether you're new to UDL or looking to deepen your understanding, you'll discover meaningful strategies for creating more effective and inclusive learning experiences.