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Life is frenetic. Everything is running faster which usually means we are running later. Everything should have been done 5 minutes ago or better still yesterday. We are slowly falling behind, overwhelmed by busy lives in an ever-exacting world. In these more modern times, time is everything. There’s never enough of it. Classic poets down the decades and centuries have wisely observed that there are many things, both great and small, that bring a sense of stillness, an aura of calm, a chance to re-engage with our feelings and emotions purely by taking time for moments that matter.

Fifteen of the biggest names in weird literature come together to pay tribute to Hellboy and the characters of Mike Mignola’s award-winning line of books! Assembled by Joe Golem and Baltimore co-writer Christopher Golden, this anthology boasts 15 original stories by the best in horror, fantasy, and science fiction, including Seanan McGuire (October Daye series), Chelsea Cain (Heartsick), Jonathan Maberry (Joe Ledger series), and more! The new writer of Hellboy and the BPRD, iZombie co-creator Chris Roberson, pitches in as well!

The slap you in your face, stop you in your tracks, colour run from your face moment that changed everything.

Angels are undeniably associated with religion and more usually Christianity, Islam and Judaism. Often they are seen as supernatural beings, benevolent celestial intermediaries interposed between God, Heaven and humanity. Obviously there are complications, a fact that our classic poets through the centuries, including Alexander Pope, Edmund Spenser, Radclyffe Hall and Hafiz, use as they write verse to explain, to reveal and to help us understand exactly why Angels are so prevalent amongst our thoughts.

When Carrie Bradshaw in the Sex and the City movie began reading the book Love Letters of Great Men, millions of women wanted to get their hands on the book. Of course, what could be more romantic than an entire book of love letters, written by men! This edition includes love letters written by Ludwig van Beethoven, Napolean Bonaparte, Robert Browning, Lord Byron, Winston Churchill, Mark Twain, Oliver Cromwell, Pierre Curie, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Gustave Flaubert, and many more.

A woman's fortitude saves her village from disaster. A teenager explores their identity in a moment of quiet. A petition writer reflects on his life as a dog lies nursing her puppies. A tormented girl tries to find love through a horrific act. A headmaster makes his way to work, treading the fine line between life and death. My Pen Is the Wing of a Bird is a landmark collection: the first anthology of short fiction by Afghan women. Eighteen writers tell stories that are both unique and universal.

In this collection we rely on the words and wisdom of such fine poets as John Milton, Emily Dickinson, Sir Walter Scott, Daniel Sheehan, Wordsworth, Longfellow and a whole host of others to absorb us in a Christmas time of hope and togetherness set amongst a landscape of winter wonderment and Nature’s palest palette. The experiences and memories they share with us speak of a time, of a world, that did have a common purpose and an ambition to share good fortune with everyone.

Hot on the heels of the 500 Words: Black Lives Matter competition hosted by Virgin Radio this month, Bonnier Books UK is publishing a collection of 100 inspiring, moving and poignant short stories submitted by children from across the country. Almost 6,000 children, aged between 5 and 13, submitted stories expressing their personal experiences, tales of empathy, learning and respect, building on the international conversation around Black Lives Matter.

Deep in the dark forest, in a cottage that spins on birds’ legs behind a fence topped with human skulls, lives the baba yaga. A guardian of the water of life, she lives with her sisters and takes to the skies in a giant mortar and pestle, creating tempests as she goes. Those who come across the baba yaga may find help, or hinderance, or horror. She is wild, she is woman, she is witch—and these are her tales.

Dive into a enchanting collection of fairy tales and fables from 1919, where timeless narratives come alive with charm and wonder. These delightful stories, filled with imagination and adventure, are perfect for both modern children and adults alike. Summary by Carolin.

Dive into a delightful collection of heartwarming Christmas stories, all in one charming volume. Each tale has captured the hearts of countless children and embodies the true spirit of Christmas. This beloved anthology is sure to enchant not only young readers but also parents, teachers, and librarians alike. - Summary from the preface

Dive into the delightful world of The Wit and Humor of America, a captivating 10-volume series. In this ninth installment, youll discover a rich collection of 37 short stories and poems from 31 talented authors, each guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and a chuckle to your heart. Join us for an entertaining journey through the humorous landscape of American literature! (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with the fourth volume of this captivating 10-volume series. Featuring 40 engaging short stories and poems from 33 talented authors, this collection promises to entertain and amuse listeners with its rich tapestry of comedic narratives. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with Volume 10 of this captivating series. Featuring an engaging collection of 62 short stories and poems from 42 talented authors, this volume promises to entertain and amuse listeners of all ages. Join us for a journey filled with laughter and insight! (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with this second volume of our captivating 10-part series. Featuring 44 charming short stories and poems from 31 talented authors, this collection promises to entertain and bring a smile to your face. Edited by the renowned American humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder (1859 - 1915), this volume is a treasure trove for lovers of humor and storytelling. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of The Wit and Humor of America, a captivating 10-volume series. In this third installment, youll find a collection of 45 engaging short stories and poems from 33 talented authors. This volume promises to entertain and amuse listeners with its rich tapestry of humor. Edited by the renowned American humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder (1859 - 1915), this series is sure to bring a smile to your face. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

What causes Jupiter’s Great Red Spot? How have volcanoes shaped the land on many planets? How do space shuttles launch and dock with space stations? This series introduces young listeners to the objects within our solar system and the tools people use to explore the mysteries of space. This volume includes The Moon, NASA, Pluto, The Solar System, Space Shuttles, and Space Stations.

Film Reel Rewind: Movie Trailers from the 1980s, Volume 2 includes trailers for the following movies: A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy (1982), Big (1988), Christmas Vacation (1989), Das Boot (1981), Lady Chatterly's Lover (1981), Last Exit to Brooklyn (1989), Man with One Red Shoe (1985), Popeye (1980), Reds (1981), St. Elmo's Fire (1985), Tank (1984), The Color of Money (1986), The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989), The Karate Kid (1984), Up the Academy (1980).

Over 50 VERY short stories by classic fairy tale authors including Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Alfred Percival Graves, Watty Piper, and many more! Most stories are under three minutes, and suitable for even those with the shortest attention spans!

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with this first volume of a captivating 10-volume series. Featuring 53 enchanting short stories and poems from 44 talented authors, this collection promises to entertain and amuse listeners of all ages. (Summary by Linette Geisel)