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Immerse yourself in the delightful world of Marian Keyes with Under the Duvet. This enchanting collection of essays takes you on a hilarious and heartwarming journey through everyday life, offering a glimpse into Marian's unique perspective. With her characteristic wit and charm, she invites readers to explore the quirky and delightful moments that make life so enjoyable. Venture into the...

Grown Ups by Marian Keyes delves into the lives of the Casey brothers and their respective families, unravelling the complexities of modern relationships with wit and warmth. This brilliant story introduces us to Jessie, Cara, and Nell, each married to one of the Casey brothers - Johnny, Ed, and Liam. Although their lives seem picture-perfect, beneath the surface lies a...

THE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER - NOW INCLUDING BRAND NEW MATERIAL This Is Going to Hurt was the bestselling non-fiction book of the century – a frank, funny and furious look at the brutal realities of life in the NHS. But it was only part of Adam Kay's story. With his stethoscope now hung up, Adam shares more suture-splitting...

Oh Miriam! risks the curse of the sequel and pulls it off... A force of nature, a tour de farce. Bold, brave and bright, but also revealing, shocking and touching. Miriam is an icon, a cocksucker - and the star of her show' by Robert McCrum, Independent. 'Our naughtiest national treasure... famously filthy, funny and phlegmatic... Oh Miriam! is Margolyes's...

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER A BBC BETWEEN THE COVERS BOOK CLUB PICK AS HEARD ON RADIO 4 BOOK AT BEDTIME, READ BY MEERA SYAL A BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE TIMES, DAILY MAIL, RED MAGAZINE, GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 'Absolutely terrific' JENNY COLGAN 'An utterly unputdownable exploration of modern love' STYLIST 'Gloriously readable, acute, funny and sympathetic' DAILY MAIL TWO...

"Is this book as good Fleishman Is in Trouble? It's better" THE NEW YORK TIMES "Might be a masterpiece" HUGH LAURIE "The best book I've read this year" HARLAN COBEN "Very, very good" ELIZABETH DAY "This book is DYNAMITE. Inhaled it in two sittings" CAITLIN MORAN "Shocking, tender, profound and delicious" EMILY MAITLIS "Lavishly comic" THE TIMES "A lip-smacking tale"...

Frequently Asked Questions About the Universe by Jorge Cham and Daniel Whiteson provides the answers you need about space, time, gravity, and even the odds of meeting your older self inside a wormhole. As a species, we may not agree on much, but one thing brings us all together: a need to know. We all wonder, and deep down we...

Dance First. Think Later by Kathryn and Ross Petras is a treasure trove of motivational and thought-provoking quotes that inspire the reader to live a richer, more meaningful life. This exceptional collection encapsulates the wisdom of an eclectic mix of historical icons, contemporary figures, and brilliant minds from various walks of life. Timeless in their wisdom, thought-provoking in their message,...

The dark comedy and whip-smart voice of You elevates the twisty suspense of Lisa Jewell's None of This is True in this read-until-four-am mystery thriller. Am I a murderer? You tell me . . . Lucy Chase can't remember anything about the night her best friend was murdered. Lucky her, you're probably thinking. Who would want that to be their...

The Greatest Nobodies of History is the 'true' history of humanity's greatest moments, as told by comedian and TikTok sensation, Adrian Bliss. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'All at once funny, touching, dazzlingly informative and fascinating, brilliantly imaginative and altogether wonderful. Capable of switching between divine silliness and genuinely tender sweetness, tragedy and wonder.' — Stephen Fry History belongs to the...

In The Almost Nearly Perfect People, Michael Booth embarks on an insightful and entertaining journey through the five Nordic countries to uncover the truth behind the global adoration of all things Scandinavian. With a unique blend of wit, humour, and meticulous research, Booth delves deep into the cultural, social, and political landscapes of Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland. Along...

The Road to Little Dribbling by Bill Bryson is a captivating journey through Britain, offering a delightful and humorous exploration of the country's charm and quirks. Twenty years after the release of his landmark travel book, Notes from a Small Island, Bryson returns to traverse the length and breadth of his adopted homeland. This time, he sets out on a...

The Event Autobiography of the Year is now out in paperback— a brave, inspiring, and wildly entertaining memoir full of self-help lessons for readers, from one of the world's most charismatic and much-loved actors. The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller The Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller PRAISE FOR WILL 'The best memoir I ever read' – Oprah Winfrey 'If you...

Something That May Shock and Discredit You by Daniel Mallory Ortberg is a sparkling memoir that traverses the complex landscape of gender transition, blending it seamlessly with cultural critique, literary exploration, and startling wit. Ortberg, a New York Times bestselling feminist author and the beloved voice behind The Toast and Slate's 'Dear Prudence' column, presents a collection of essays that...

The long-awaited tenth instalment in the internationally bestselling Tales of the City series. 'A breeze' — The Times 'Delightful comedy of manners' — iPaper 'A welcome tenth instalment of his iconic Tales Of The City saga' — Mail on Sunday 'A witty novel about identity and finding a family in 1980s England' — Woman&Home 'The message still shines out in...

The hilarious book from TikTok and Insta sensation, Hayley Morris. Brain: No one's going to buy your book. Me: But it's good! My editor says so! Brain: Well she would, wouldn't she... Btw, didn't you leave your hair straighteners on? Me: I can't get into this now, I've got a book description to write. Hello! Hayley Morris here. You might...

The hilarious and controversial host of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher has written his funniest, most opinionated, and most necessary book ever—a brilliantly astute and acerbically funny vivisection of American life, politics, and culture. Some of the smartest commentary about what’s happening in America is coming from a comedian—this comedian being Bill Maher. If you want to understand what’s...

The Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey, #1 New York Times bestselling author, offers an entertaining blend of romance and humour in a new sports rom-com featuring a gruff but endearing hockey player and his spirited nanny. Tallulah is not your average live-in nanny. At twenty-six, she is vibrant, intelligent, and passionately pursuing her dream of becoming a marine biologist....

The Bed of Procrustes by Nassim Nicholas Taleb is an insightful and thought-provoking collection of aphorisms that challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to question the status quo. Taleb, renowned for his sharp wit and incisive observations on the unpredictability of the world, presents a series of pithy, provocative statements that reflect his iconoclastic views on modern society. In this...

In Made in America, celebrated author Bill Bryson embarks on a captivating journey through the rich and often quirky history of the English language on American soil. With his trademark wit and profundity, Bryson delivers a narrative that's as educational as it is entertaining, offering readers a compelling exploration of American culture through the evolution of its language. Bryson deftly...

From the author of the hit Men to Avoid in Art and Life and Friends to Keep in Art and Life comes a collection of all-too-familiar unsolicited advice parents receive on the daily. From in-laws and other parents to complete strangers and even your own kids—when it comes to parenting, everyone's a critic. Against the classic backdrop of fine art,...

Hundreds of puzzles to test your knowledge of scripture, Bible stories, and Bible characters. With 500 puzzles, Bible Power Puzzles is sure to sharpen your memory and knowledge of both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. Thanks to bold, large print, Christians young and old can complete these fun puzzles and activities based on everything from Jesus's parables...

Never lie to each other. Never cheat on each other. And never, ever accept free money. Featured as Spring 2026 Most Anticipated List, Zibby Media Featured as 10 Most-Anticipated Mystery-Thriller Books 2026, Marie Claire Featured as 10 debut fiction books by women to read in 2026, Stylist 'Devilishly twisted’ Gillian McAllister 'Tense, pacy debut' Guardian Mack and Hailey Evans are...

The ultimate stocking filler for the crime fan in your life. The book Miss Marple wishes she owned. This is your essential guide to not getting murdered in a quaint English village, where danger lurks around each cobblestoned corner and every bite of scone or sip of tea may be your last. If you insist on visiting, do yourself a...

Sudokus are the ever-popular number placement puzzles that give your brain a workout. Spanning a number of difficulty levels, and presented in an easy-to-read large-print type, this collection is sure to keep you entertained for hours. Large Print Sudoku LARGE PRINT: Put your reading glasses away! This large-print book allows you to puzzle away without straining your eyes. EXERCISE YOUR...

Former WWE head writer Brian Gewirtz brings readers behind the scenes for an unprecedented look at the chaotic, surreal, unbelievable backstage world of the WWE. With untold stories from a career spanning over 15 years and featuring the biggest names and controversial moments in wrestling history, There's Just One Problem is an honest, unflinching look at how an introverted life-long...

Grab your favourite beach chair and dig into 200 of the easiest New York Times Games crossword puzzles for the perfect sunny day lounging at the beach. Features: 200 easy New York Times puzzles for hours of fun Easily solvable for puzzlers of any level Portable packaging for on-the-go solving

Pump up the party with this sparkly deluxe edition of the wildly popular Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy — now including a USB power cord and bonus vinyl stickers! Specifications: 17-inch waving iridescent tube guy with a fan in the base to make him dance, wiggle, and shake. USB power cord: Set includes a USB cable to power your tube...

Get ready to laugh nonstop with hundreds of classic knock-knock jokes, silly one-liners, and hilarious puns sure to tickle your funny bone.From silly wordplay to treacherous tongue twisters, this humongous book has something for every kind of jokester. Never get tired of the same old jokes again. Jam packed with thousands of the funniest jokes, these goofy gags will have...

Squishmallows are here to fill your heart with love and affection. This entertaining book is packed with quick, encouraging doses of positivity, humour, and the happy warmth of a 'Mallow hug. Discover your new happy place. Open the book to any page and find an amusing affirmation, an adorable image, comforting words of encouragement, or a fun exercise to help...

The heartfelt and hilarious new novel from the bestselling author of The Angry Women's Choir. Callie March is fascinated by human absurdity, including the habits of the upper class. So when she pushes her screen-addicted teenage son to join a local rowing club, she is thrilled to discover a whole new world of odd behaviours, irrational obsessions, and riverside rooting....

From USA Today and Amazon Charts bestselling author Meghan Quinn comes a new marriage of convenience romantic comedy. This steamy, laugh-out-loud, enemies-to-lovers small-town standalone delivers the perfect happily ever after. He proposed . . . and I said yes. Normally a jovial occasion for a couple in love, but this proposal has a very different feel. Because the man that...

The all-new collection of comedic, autobiographical, and illustrated essays from the author and artist of the extraordinary #1 New York Times bestseller Hyperbole and a Half. THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER For the first time in seven years, Allie Brosh, the creator of the immensely popular blog 'Hyperbole and a Half' and #1 New York Times bestselling author, returns...

Other children get given xylophones. Susan just had to ask her grandfather to take his vest off. Yes. There's a Death in the family. It's hard to grow up normally when Grandfather rides a white horse and wields a scythe - especially when you have to take over the family business, and everyone mistakes you for the Tooth Fairy. And...

Shortlisted for ABIA General Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2021 Learn how to be a better d*ckhead with Nat's deep and meaningful guide to life. Onya, champion! Nat's What I Reckon was the tattooed lockdown saviour we didn't know we needed, rescuing us from packet food, jar sauce, and total boredom with his hilarious viral recipe videos that got us...

Discover all the foul facts about the Awful Egyptians with history's most horrible headlines. All the Awful Egyptians' most horrible facts are ready for readers to uncover, including: why the Egyptian people worshipped a dung beetle which pharaoh married her grandfather and what the 'Shepherd of the Royal Backside' had to do! Fully illustrated throughout and packed with horrible stories...

A charming story about finding love when and where you least expect it. Eva Scott's loveable characters and modern twists on rural romance are simply delightful. - Australian Author Penelope Janu He's finally met The One ... and she's dating his brother. Ant Murphy has spent his life picking up after his AFL star brother. So when he gets a...

History's Strangest Deaths, the debut book from Riley Knight, host of the popular podcast Half-Arsed History, highlights the many and varied ways that people have met their end over the years, from the foolish to the absurd. From a classical Greek playwright killed by a tortoise dropping out of the sky to an ancient Chinese duke falling into a toilet;...

This calendar has months. It has days. And it has the occasional bullsh*t holiday. What more do you need to know? Time to get your sht together. It's a fcking 2027 wall calendar! Packed with hilarious profanity and lots of swearing stickers, this sarcastic and humorous adult wall calendar says it like it is while keeping you organized. Funny, practical,...

Science is the bedrock of our understanding of the universe! Learn about science's groundbreaking discoveries in this STEM-filled boxed calendar! Explore the incredible discoveries and innovations of today and tomorrow with this 2027 This Day in Science Boxed Calendar! Remarkable science has never been more inspirational—or more important. From the latest advances in medicine, physics, and technology, to new findings...

What sticks around for 12 months and never loses its sense of humour? The original #1 Dad Jokes calendar! Prepare yourself for 365 days of guaranteed laugh-out-loud, eye-rolling dad jokes! In this clean and hilarious 2027 day-by-day desk calendar, you'll find a year's worth of groan-worthy comedy—cheesy quips, silly banter, witty one-liners, and horribly awesome puns. But remember, you don't...

Fangs is about a vampire named Vamp who is three hundred years old. In all that time, she has never met her match. This all changes one night in a bar when she encounters a charming werewolf. Fangs chronicles the humour, sweetness, and awkwardness of meeting someone perfectly suited to you but also vastly different.

The thirty-third Discworld novel, now available in hardback as part of the Discworld Collector's Library. A beautiful new hardback edition of the classic Discworld novel. Going Postal introduces us to Moist von Lipwig, a con artist and a fraud facing a life-altering decision: be hanged or resurrect Ankh-Morpork's faltering postal service. It was a tough decision. But Moist is determined...

In their most gripping case yet, Freya Lockwood and Aunt Carole are back... The Lockwood Antique Hunter's Agency return for a third instalment in this perfect cosy crime series in a race against time set in the haunting Scottish countryside. A mission for stolen art turns dire when one of Freya and Aunt Carole's team members, Bella, disappears into the...

The first trivia book from the team behind the hit history podcast The Rabbit Hole Detectives, investigating weird and wonderful facts and stories rescued from obscurity. Join the trio behind the hit history podcast, The Rabbit Hole Detectives, Richard Coles, Charles Spencer and Cat Jarman in their first trivia book as they investigate weird and wonderful facts and stories rescued...

Ever wondered if one choice, one weekend, and one person can change everything? Writer Tess has always been accused of being overly romantic by her best friend Carys. When they meet cheerful stranger Spencer and his more reserved wingman Ryan on the sleeper train to a wedding, Carys is all-in with the shared champagne while Tess holds back. Yet there’s...

Large Print Sudoku features ever-popular number placement puzzles designed to give your brain a workout. With four different levels of difficulty, and presented in an easy-to-read large-print type, this collection promises hours of entertainment. You can either work your way through to see your skills improve or start at a level that suits you best. If you get stuck, all...

From the line of succession to the Queen's corgis, this charming book is a perfect primer on the fascinating world of British royalty. Full of fun facts and surprising stories to delight longtime enthusiasts and new fans alike, This Is a Book for People Who Love the Royals digs into all of the aspects of everyone's favourite monarchy. Uncover the...

The follow-up to Ian Allen’s uproarious Embarassing Dad Jokes, Even More Embarrassing Dad Jokes takes the 'dad joke book' to new dimensions! Even More Embarrassing Dad Jokes builds on the strength of Ian Allen’s original Embarrassing Dad Jokes book that has enjoyed regular strong sales in the US, UK and Australia. The chicken finally takes a break from crossing the...

Dive into this brand new series of LARGE PRINT crosswords from The Telegraph. Solve the clues and navigate your way through this engrossing collection of 80 large print cryptic crosswords. Specially designed for puzzle enthusiasts who crave entertainment without the eyestrain, these enlarged grids are the perfect antidote to a busy day or a rainy afternoon.

Ingenious, daring and brilliant Guardian Complicity (n.) 1. The fact of being an accomplice, esp. in a criminal act. A few spliffs, a spot of mild S&M, phone through the copy for tomorrow's front page, catch up with the latest from your mystery source - could be big, could be very big - in fact, just a regular day at...

AN OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK! "This brilliant novel will leave you thinking about the truth of your own life and the stories we tell ourselves and each other." - Oprah Winfrey The New York Times Bestseller. "A hilarious and moving exploration of a modern marriage that astounds in its breadth and intimacy." - Brit Bennett, author of The Mothers and...

In this delightful classic from the one and only Dr. Seuss, Morris McGurk dreams about staging the world’s greatest show! Join Morris McGurk for the world’s greatest show, packed with the most tremendous, stupendous acts ever seen, from the Spotted Atrocious – a beast most ferocious – to the Drum-Tummied Snumm from the country of Frumm. If only he ran...

Help Agent Arthur solve a host of puzzles to thwart the plans of the sinister Spider Organization in the frozen North. Agent Arthur's Arctic Adventure takes Arthur on his latest mission for the Action Agency, plunging him into blood-freezing danger. He will need your assistance to outwit the chilling plans of the sinister Spider Organization. Engage with another collection of...

The BRAND NEW Dork Diaries instalment - join the jokes, the drama and the aDORKable BFFs in this mega-selling series for fans of Lottie Brooks. Now with over 50 million copies in print worldwide! Oh la la! Nikki and her band are invited to Paris for a super cool photoshoot – it’s a dream come true! Nikki can’t wait to...

The Unadulterated Cat is becoming an endangered species as more and more of us settle for those boring mass-produced cats the ad-men sell us — the pussies that purr into their gold-plated food bowls on the telly. But the Campaign for Real Cats sets out to change all that by helping us to recognise a true, unadulterated cat when we...

The Last Gifts of the Universe is a hopeful science fiction adventure that explores what it means to live in a finite universe—while occasionally having to clean cat vomit off your spaceship. A dying universe. A search for answers. An adventure at the end of a trillion lifetimes. When the home worlds finally achieved the technology to venture out into...

New York Times Games The Best Tuesday Crosswords: 100 Easy Puzzles are the new go-to! With 100 easy puzzles to solve, this collection of your favourite easy but hard-to-resist puzzles will become a permanent staple to your Tuesday. Featuring: 100 of the Times's Tuesday crosswords, their easiest of the week Bold series cover design and easily solvable puzzles from beginner...

In the third book of the series, Enola Holmes is back on the job in three new mysteries! Now fully independent, Sherlock Holmes' much younger and feistier sister leads the case in this beautifully drawn graphic novel based on Nancy Springer's bestselling mystery series. 15-year-old Enola Holmes is on her own now, working as a scientific perditorian (a finder of...

This book will make you roar with laughter! Discover facts about escaping penguins, farting zebras, leaping dolphins, snorting elephants, dancing bears and more – all connected in weird and wonderful ways. Did you know that beavers have orange teeth? Or that some monkeys floss their teeth using bird feathers? Or that one species of bird can walk underwater? Or that...

Discontent by Beatriz Serrano is a sexy and hilarious Spanish bestseller, where a young woman's office persona threatens to crack when she's forced to attend her company's annual retreat. Life can't go on like this - can it? This book is for everyone who has ever wanted more: more time, more meaning, more connection. On the surface, Marisa's life looks...

Macabre comedy, crime thriller, cosy romance: The Girls is a weird and wonderful tale of two women murderously desperate to stay together. In summer, and particularly when the wind blows south-west across the lawn, the sceptic tank gives out a strong stench... "Oh, it is a body," the girls say. "We have a body in there. No one you know....

Rediscover the hilarious, poignant, and insightful first novel from the now worldwide no. 1 bestselling author. On the day she gives birth to her first child, Claire's husband James tells her he's been having an affair. Left with a beautiful baby and a broken heart, she decides to go back to basics . . . and runs home to Mum...

Amelia: 'Phew, how about those snakes?! Surely the next curse won't be as bad ... UH OH. INCOMING!!!' Glam-Evil's pet anacondas have been vanquished, but she's still on a rampage, and there's a storm headed straight for the gang. Their only chance is to stick together and ... (spoiler alert). What do you get if you cross The Bad Guys...

An official 3-inch tall mini collectible of the iconic Plumbob from The Sims, with a green light-up feature and music! Deluxe Component with Special Effects: This 3-inch replica of the Plumbob crystal hangs from a display stand, featuring green light and audio of the iconic theme music. Illustrated Mini Book Included: Learn more about the Plumbob in the fully illustrated...

Baking. It can get a guy killed. When retired cop, Albert, arrives in Stilton for a festival, he has cheese on his mind, but that's not what he gets... ... arriving the morning after the factory and warehouse have been raided, all the stilton is gone, and the security guard, Dave, who bravely fought to stop the thieves, needs someone's...

In It's Not My Fault, author Joshua Shifrin helps tennis players make sense of their most monumental losses on the court. The next time a player goes down in defeat, he or she can always explain the woeful loss with, "My opponent was a pusher... I can't play against pushers." Or after a bad shot, tennis gurus might try to...

Always practise safe hex . . . New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hawkins, writing as Erin Sterling, follows her sensational TikTok hit, The Ex Hex, and casts a spell with a new spine-tingling romance full of wishes, witches, and cursed kisses. 'A spooky romantic comedy treat that had me sighing at one page, laughing out loud at the next'...

In this explosive first-person account of swapping the White House for the Big House, Donald Trump aims to Make Prison Great Again. MARCH 31 It's been two weeks since they put me in The Hole. Very unfair! No-one is treated as unfairly as Trump. Many people say that solitary confinement is a kind of torture. I'm not so sure. I'm...

A humorous, big-hearted romp through the apocalypse, where even a cowardly crow can become a hero. Perfect for fans of Dawn of the Dead and Isaac Marion's Warm Bodies. 'A thoroughly enjoyable account of the end of the world as we know it. The Secret Life of Pets meets The Walking Dead.' - Karen Joy Fowler 'It's transformative, poignant, and...

It's the duet of a lifetime when a rock star and his backup singer find a new kind of harmony off stage in this sensational contemporary romance. Clementine Clark isn't looking for love. She's a talented singer, but she's set her dreams of stardom—and romance—aside to care for her ailing mother. And then her best friend calls her with a...

Jasper Fforde, the acclaimed SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER, invites you to imagine a world where your position in society depended on what bit of the colour spectrum you could see... It's the UK, but not as we know it: civilisation has rebuilt after an unspoken 'Something that Happened' five hundred years before. Society is now colour-based, the strict levels...

Travel back to Ancient China to solve the puzzles and find a dragon. The Golden Dragon by Russell Punter follows Jade and Jack as they travel back in time to Ancient China and embark on a quest to find the legendary golden dragon. Along their journey, they encounter numerous brain-teasing puzzles that stand between them and their goal, as well...

This kit includes a Starship Enterprise with a cool light-up feature, and a 32-page book on the history of the Enterprise, a must-have item for Star Trek fans! WARNING - KEEP BUTTON BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Swallowing may lead to serious or fatal injury in as little as 2 hours due to chemical burns and potential perforation of...

'A love story about a woman and a mouse. I found myself pulling for this unlikely duo on every page. Loaded with charm, resilience, and the deep desire for connection that all mammals share. I loved it.' - Ann Patchett Over the course of a single week, a woman who is ready to die finds an unexpected reason to live....

Choke is Fight Club for sex addicts — Independent on Sunday By The Author of Fight Club Victor Mancini has devised a complicated scam to pay for his mother's hospital care — pretend to be choking on a piece of food in a restaurant, and the person who 'saves' you will feel responsible for you for the rest of their...

There was a time when no one burned hotter than Eve Babitz. Possessing skin that radiated "its own kind of moral laws," spectacular teeth, and a figure that was the stuff of legend, she seduced seemingly everyone who was anyone in Los Angeles for a long stretch of the 1960s and 70s. But there was one man who proved elusive,...

The banana-age-old comedy gold! For silly kids who love to laugh and stretch their imaginations in creative ways, it's the newest offering from the bestselling author of Beautiful Oops! Includes 10 lift-the-flaps. It's just a banana...or is it? There's nothing to see here—until you lift the flap to find that what at first looks like just a banana is actually...