Penguin jul 2019 (152 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - PRE-ORDER NOW: the stunning new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Betrayals and The Good GirlAfter a chaotic childhood, Grace Vermuyden is determined her own daughters will fulfil the dreams denied to her. Lilly is everyone's golden girl, the popular, clever daughter she never had to worry about. So when she mysteriously collapses in class, Grace's carefully ordered world begins to unravel.Dark rumours swirl around their tight-knit community on the edge of the Fens as everyone comes up with their own theories about what happened. Consumed with paranoia, and faced with increasing evidence that Lilly has been leading a secret life, Grace starts to search for clues.Left to her own devices, ten-year-old Mia develops some wild theories of her own that have unforeseen and devastating consequences for the people she loves most.Beneath the Surface explores the weight of the past upon the present, the burden of keeping secrets and what happens when children get caught in the undercurrents of adult relationships. Praise for Fiona Neill: 'A novel made for heated book club debates' Stylist'Vivid and insightful' Guardian'No one writes about modern family with more truth or authenticity than Fiona Neill' Lisa Jewell.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Arrrrr me hearties! Peppa and her friends are having lots of fun playing pirates at Danny Dog's house, especially when Grandad Dog takes them on a special pirate mission.Grandpa Pig's taken his golden treasure, can Peppa and her pirate pals find it This new Peppa Pig adventure is perfect for little pirates everywhere.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Brought to you by Ladybird. Audiobooks are a brilliant way to entertain and engage children as an alternative to TV, on a long journey or to relax before bed. Ladybird Audio Adventures is an original series for 4-to 7-year-olds; a new, entertaining and engaging way for children to learn about the world around them. These are special stories written exclusively for audio with fun sound and musical effects, perfect for listening at home, before bed and on long journeys. These fact-filled journeys travel through time and space teaching children all about five fascinating topics: Dinosaur Times, The Animal Kingdom, Outer Space, Amazing Vehicles and Deep Sea Dive.These audiobooks help children learn about their environment on journey of discovery with the narrators Ben Bailey Smith (aka Doc Brown, rapper, comedian and writer) and Sophie Aldred (best known for her role as Ace in Doctor Who).These audiobooks are aimed at children aged 4+, for family listening and learning and development for young minds.'We all know how hard car journeys, or in fact any journey on a plane or a train, can be and listening to the audiobook entertained the children perfectly. It also meant less screen time, which is what we can often use on a car journey.' - Dear Bear and Beany Blog.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Find out who is going to bed in this soothing bedtime tale from the bestselling author of the Fairytale Hairdresser series. Meet a cheeky baby who IS NOT sleepy and wreaks havoc among the tired animals, pirates and royalty of a magical fairy-tale land. Will anybody get any rest - and what will happen when they meet a very sleepy baby dragon Stunning, atmospheric nighttime scenes from Eve Coy bring a sleepy magic to this dreamy rhythmic story - the perfect read just before bed.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'We have a responsibility, every one of us' David AttenboroughAround 12.7 million tonnes of plastic are entering the ocean every year, killing over 1 million seabirds and 100,000 marine mammals. By 2050 there could be more plastic in the ocean than fish by weight.But how can YOU make a difference This accessible guide will help you make the small changes that make a big difference, including: Using a wash bag to catch plastic microfibers Replacing your regular shampoo with bar shampoo How to throw a plastic-free birthday partyPlastic is not going away without a fight. This is a call to arms - to join forces across the world and end our dependence on plastic.#BreakFreeFromPlastic.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Once, many years ago,there was a baby,in his pram,with his sistersand their sandwiches and lemonadeand toys . . .A lyrical and epic story about a baby and a trio of toys, and their adventure on the high seas. Beautifully told by master storyteller Allan Ahlberg and stunningly illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark in their first standalone picture-book collaboration.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'If Laura Ingalls Wilder had lived in Alaska, she might have written this novel . . .'--Kirkus ReviewsIt's 1934, and times are tough for Trip's family after the mill in their small Wisconsin town closes, leaving her father unemployed. Determined to provide for his family, he moves them all to Alaska to become pioneers as part of President Roosevelt's Palmer Colony project. Trip and her family are settling in, except her mom, who balks at the lack of civilization. But Trip feels like she's following in Laura Ingalls Wilder's footsteps, and she hatches a plan to raise enough money for a piano to convince her musical mother that Alaska is a wonderful and cultured home. Her sights set on the cash prize at the upcoming Palmer Colony Fair, but can Trip grow the largest pumpkin possible--using all the love, energy, andFarmer Boyexpertise she can muster.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A book for all preschoolers-to-be from the author of Kindergarten, Here I Come! Now includes a sheet of stickers!From saying goodbye to parents on the very first day of school to watching butterflies hatch in spring, D. J. Steinberg celebrates all the landmark moments of preschool. Because the year is full of so many firsts, this collection of funny, joyful poems is a must-have for all small scholars in the making. Joven, John (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Nancy Palmer used to be Insta-famous and her twin Nina used to shy away from everyone. Things can change pretty quickly. Nina has been accepted onto a Guildhall music course and is famous because of her pop star boyfriend, Chase. Nancy is trying to put her name on the map by becoming a music journalist and is not getting distracted by Chase's hot bandmate Miles. When their estranged dad shows up out of the blue and shows an interest in Nina's budding music career, Nancy isn't sure he's just there to make amends. As they attempt to find their way through new challenges, they both have to remember that you have to pave your own path to success and sometimes fame comes at a price.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the New York Times bestselling author of All the Missing Girls and The Perfect Stranger comes a captivating psychological thriller about a girl who must face her darkest fears - but can she outrun the past Kelsey has lived most of her life in a shadow of suspicion, raised to see danger everywhere. Her mother hasn't set foot outside their front door in seventeen years, since she escaped from her kidnappers. Kelsey knows she's supposed to keep a low profile and stay off the grid for their protection, but that plan is shattered when her dramatic car accident and rescue by volunteer firefighter and classmate Ryan Baker sparks media coverage.A few days later, she arrives home to find her mother missing. Now, to have a chance at a future, Kelsey will have to face her darkest fears. Because someone is coming for her. And the truth about the past may end up being the most dangerous thing of all.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'He seems to have laboured under an almost child-like misapprehension about the size of his world. Had greatness not been thrust upon him, he might have lived a life of great harmlessness'The reign of Edward II was a succession of disasters. Inept in war, and in thrall to favourites, most notably the young nobleman Piers Gaveston, he preferred drinking, driving carts and rowing boats to the tedium of government. After twenty ruinous years, he was imprisoned and murdered. This remarkable book gives a glimpse into the abyss: the terrors of kingship.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The ultimate adventure retold for children!Odysseus must battle his way home from war with the Greek Gods pitted against him. But what will he find when he gets there From the gory tale of the Cyclops to the trickery of the Trojan Horse, Homer's classic, The Odyssey, is filled with stories of bravery, cleverness and heroism. This picture-book retelling of Odysseus's epic journey is the perfect introduction to this essential story. 'Pienkowski is a genius' Independent.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Introducing the interactive Little World series from Ladybird that makes our big world little.Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and jungles to outer space and the depths of the ocean. The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud and guiding children on their adventure, following in the footsteps of the first lunar astronauts. A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread also helps children to engage and explore.Allison Black's bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread.This series has been created in collaboration with subject experts, to produce an accurate representation of the world around us and provide a perfectly designed Little World.Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Look out for the other titles in the Ladybird Little World series:In the CityJungle JourneyUnder the SeaAt the AirportOn the Beach.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Including an introduction from writer and feminist activist Scarlett Curtis, curator of Sunday Times Bestseller Feminists Don't Wear Pink. When five year old Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather high up in the Alps, no one really knows how they will get on. Even though her grandfather can be fierce, Heidi loves it up in the beautiful Alps, playing with the goats and birds.But when her strict aunt decides that she must leave her mountain home, Heidi is determined to return to her happy life with her grandfather.This edition is complete and unabridged. The Sisterhood collection celebrates the best-loved classics, written by some of the best female authors in history for International Women's Day. Read the rest of the collection:The Railway Children Little Women Pride and Prejudice A Little Princess Anne of the Green Gables. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Edward was a man of considerable charm, who perhaps relied too much upon that charm to keep tensions within his entourage at bay' In 1461 Edward earl of March, a handsome, charismatic eighteen-year old, usurped the English throne during the first and most fierce of the Wars of the Roses. The years that followed witnessed a period that has been described as a golden age. Yet, argues A. J. Pollard, Edward was a man of limited vision, who squandered his talents and failed to secure his own dynasty.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Do you have a little mermaid who would rather do anything than sleep This is the perfect bedtime tale for them!Written specifically for bedtime, join Splash the littlest mermaid as she dives and leaps through the underwater kingdom. It's only ten minutes to bed, but with so many distractions it looks like bedtime could be quite a way away. Count down from ten as you journey through the beautifully illustrated, gradually calming pages of this gorgeous bedtime story.Also available: Ten Minutes to Bed: Little UnicornTen Minutes to Bed: Little Monster Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn's Christmas Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn Book and Toy Set. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Soon to be MOOMINVALLEY, a MAJOR ANIMATED SERIES on SKY ONE starring Taron Egerton and Rosamund Pike!It all began with a hot day in June, and a volcano dropping black ash on Moominmamma's washing. Then a crack appeared in the ground, and Moomintroll's toothbrush slipped straight down into the dark and yawning earth. Then a great flood wave came crashing through Moomin Valley. And that was why the Moomins found themselves a new home, and why they all had so many strange adventures, ones that were odd even by Moomin standards. . .…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Our fearless heroine Billy is back! But, something TERRIBLE has happened!Billy's loyal sidekick Fatcat is kidnapped by a fire-breathing dragon. Uh-oh!Luckily for Fatcat, Billy won't stand for that: off she goes on a brave rescue mission.Join Billy for another fairy tale adventure with a twist.'It's a great story for everyone, especially those not used to seeing themselves centre-stage'- The Guardian on Billy and the Beast'Shireen's latest book confirms her as one of the brightest and best picture book creators working in Britain today. Sensational.' - The ObserverExplore the other titles from Billy and Fatcat::Billy and the BeastBilly and the Pirates.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The beautiful, poignant and utterly compelling Number One bestseller from the author of Me Before You and Still Me.'An uplifting, charming, life-affirming tale that you won't want to put down' Heat ___________Jess Thomas has two jobs and two kids and never enough money. And when life knocks her down she does her best to bounce right back. But no one told her it's okay to ask for help.Ed Nicholls is the good guy gone bad. He had it all, then one stupid mistake cost him everything. Now he'll do anything to make it right.Ed doesn't want to save anyone and Jess doesn't want saving, but could Jess and Ed add up to something better together The One Plus One is a captivating and unconventional romance from Jojo Moyes about two lost souls meeting in the most unlikely circumstances.____________'A laugh-out-loud, rollicking good read and a very touching love story' Sunday Independent'A beautifully written love story I relished' Daily Mail'A heartbreaking, laugh-out-loud, roller coaster' Sunday Express'Raw, funny, real and sad, this is storytelling at its best' Marie Claire.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A serial killer terrorizing the women of Sacramento meets his match in this pulse-pounding novel from New York Times bestselling author Karen Rose.There is a serial killer on the loose, preying on vulnerable women. The only identifiable mark the killer leaves are letterssometimes one, sometimes twoall carved into the torsos of his victims. Together they spell "Sydney."When he grabs Daisy Dawson, he believes he has found his next victim. But despite her small stature, she fights back with an expertise that quickly frees her. Before fleeing the scene, Daisy also manages to grab what proves to be crucial evidence: a necklace from around the killer's neck.The necklace is more than a trivial itemit is a link to a cold case that Special Agent Gideon Reynolds has been tracking for seventeen years. With Daisy's help, Gideon finally has the opportunity to get closer to the truth than ever before.But they might not get the chance, as the serial killer has a new target: Gideon and Daisy.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A rugged and ruined naval officer comes to claim his bride in an unforgettabletale of love, revenge and redemption from the national bestselling author ofMarry in Scandal. Lady Rose Rutherfordrebel, heiress, and exasperated target of the town's hungry bachelorshas a plan togainthe freedom she so desperately desires: she will enter into amarriage ofconvenience with the biggest prize on the London marriage mart. There's just one problem: the fierce-looking man who crashes her wedding to the Duke of Everingham Thomas Beresford, the young naval officer she fell in love with andsecretly married when she was still a schoolgirl. Thought to have died four years ago he's returned,a cold, hard stranger with one driving purposerevenge. Embittered by betrayal and hungry for vengeance, Thomas will stop at nothing to reclaim his rightful place, even if that means using Roseand her fortuneto do it. But Rose never did follow the rules, and as she takes matters into her own unpredictable hands, Thomas finds himself in an unexpected and infuriating predicament: he's falling in love with his wife.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - \*Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2020\*\*Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2020\*\*Shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists' Association Debut Romantic Novel Award 2020\* 'Powerful, relatable and uplifting' - Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora BanksHow can I hold myself together, when everything around me is falling apart Neena's always been a good girl - great grades, parent-approved friends and absolutely no boyfriends. But ever since her brother Akash left her, she's been slowly falling apart - and uncovering a new version of herself who is freer, but altogether more dangerous. As her wild behaviour spirals more and more out of control, Neena's grip on her sanity begins to weaken too. And when her parents announce not one but two life-changing bombshells, she finally reaches breaking point. But as Neena is about to discover, when your life falls apart, only love can piece you back together.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Introducing the interactive Little World series from Ladybird that makes our big world little.Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and jungles to outer space and the depths of the ocean. The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud and guiding children on their city adventure, and a novelty slide, push or pull on every spread also helps them to engage and explore. Allison Black's bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy at on every spread.This series has been created in collaboration with subject experts to produce accurate representations of the world around us and to provide a perfectly designed Little World.Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Look out for the other titles in the Ladybird Little World series:To the MoonJungle JourneyUnder the SeaAt the AirportOn the Beach. Black, Allison (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Widely thought of as the best book Terry Pratchett ever wrote, this is a story of a Nation, a story of a friendship, a story of growing up and the truths we must learn. It is epic in every sense . . .Prepare for the world to be turned upside down . . .For Mau, halfway between boy and man, it happens when a great wave destroys his entire village. For Daphne, it's when the same wave crashes her ship into the island that was once Mau's home. Everything they once had is now so far away, lost to distance and time.But when Daphne stops trying to shoot Mau (she did apologise for it), and instead uses a salvaged invitation card to invite him to tea, they discover a new home can be theirs.And then people start arriving on the island - some very good, some very bad. And it's soon clear that Daphne and Mau must fight for their Nation.Then a discovery is made that will change the entire world forever . . . …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'She understands Karma, she says: 'What I do, I reap''Her name means sadness, yet Tristessa, a prostitute and morphine addict, lives without cares in her shabby room with a menagerie of pets and an altar to the Virgin Mary. Based on Jack Kerouac's own real-life love affair in Mexico city, this is the story of a man's ill-fated relationship with a woman he portrays with tenderness and dignity, even as her life spirals out of control. 'A narrative meditation studying a hen, a rooster, a dove, a cat, a chihuaha dog, family meat, and a ravishing, ravished junky lady, first in their crowded bedroom, then out to drunken streets, taco stands, and pads at dawn in Mexico City slums' Allen Ginsberg.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - TFW you wake up and realise you're trending. #GirlOutoftheWoods Arty has always lived in the Clearing, a commune hidden in the forests of south India. But her happy life, separate from the rest of the world, is shattered after a terrible event. For the first time, Arty must leave her home, and head into the intriguing but frightening outside world. On the streets of India, a chance encounter leads to her becoming an unwilling overnight celebrity. As she embarks on her journey, she discovers she is being followed by thousands of strangers, who seem to know her every move.Forced to fight against mysterious hashtags and being constantly photographed, how can she find the help she desperately needs Everything is changing too fast for this girl who came out of the woods. could she be running into a trap The new thriller from the acclaimed author of The One Memory of Flora Banks, perfect for fans of Karen McManus, E. Lockhart and Sophie McKenzie.Praise for The Girl Who Came Out of the Woods:'Compelling and brilliantly written'- Fabulous Magazine'Barr brilliantly captures Arty's naivety and eager innocence as she's swept up in the globalised world of capitalism and social media'- The Observer 'A pacey, original thriller' - The Guardian 'Arty's fresh insights into the world make for an amusing, poignant story' - The Sun.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Marian Keyes' The Brightest Star in the Sky will draw you deep into the lives, loves and hopes of the residents of Star Street . . . And who or what exactly is the mysterious visitor waiting to emerge from the shadows 'June the first, a bright summer's evening, a Monday . . .'And into the busy, bustling homes at 66 Star Street slips, unseen, a mysterious visitor. As the couples, flatmates and repentant singletons of No. 66 fall in and out of love, clutch at and drop secrets, laugh, cry and simply try to live, no one suspects the visitor patiently waiting in the wings. For soon, as the light slowly fades to dark, everything is going to change . . . 'An expert storyteller who can make you roar with laughter one minute then sob into your pillow the next' Lorraine Kelly'Zips along with engaging characters, fabulous plotting and spot-on dialogue. Marian Keyes: what a genius' Daily Mail'A magical tale of love, loss, laughter and secrets' Marie Claire'Really rather good' Independent on Sunday.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A story of forbidden sexual passion and thwarted dreams set against the backdrop of a lush summer in rural MassachusettsSeventeen-year-old Charity Royall is desperate to escape life with her hard-drinking adoptive father. Their isolated village stifles her, and his behaviour increasingly disturbs her. When a young city architect visits for the summer, it offers Charity the chance to break free. But as they embark on an intense affair, will it bring her another kind of trap Regarded by Edith Wharton as among her best novels, Summer caused a sensation in 1917 with its honest depiction of a young woman overturning the rules of her day and attempting to live on her own terms.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - I have been womanfor a long timebeware my smileI am treacherous with old magicFilled with rage and tenderness, Audre Lorde's most acclaimed poetry collection speaks of mothers and children, female strength and vulnerability, renewal and revenge, goddesses and warriors, ancient magic and contemporary America. These are fearless assertions of identity, told with incantatory power. 'Audre Lorde writes as a black woman, a mother, a daughter, a lesbian, a feminist, a visionary; poems of elemental wildness and healing, nightmare and lucidity . which blaze and pulse on the page' Adrienne Rich.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Kerouac's last published novel, Pic is an endearing portrait of a road trip across America, seen through the eyes of one innocent, adventurous boy.'Pic', or Pictorial Review Jackson, is a ten-year-old boy from North Carolina. When his grandfather dies and he is sent to live with another relative, his older brother, Slim, comes to rescue him. Together they hitch to New York City and, eventually, all the way to California, encountering hardship, kindness, music, love and danger as they go.…