Once teeming with plants and animals, our ocean is no longer in good shape. It's warming up and becoming a dumping ground for plastic rubbish. But it doesn't have to be that way! There are all sorts of clever things that we can do to make life in the ocean healthy again.
** Now a major TV series on Channel 5 **Now settled into the sleepy Yorkshire village of Darrowby, and married to Helen the farmer's daughter, James Herriot thinks he's finally got himself sorted. But life as a vet in the 1930s was never going to be easy. Quite aside from his unpredictable colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon, he must contend with new-fangled medical techniques, delivering calves after far too much home-made wine, and a grudge-holding dog called Magnus who never forgets.And then, with Britain on the verge of war, James faces a decision that could separate him from Darrowby - and Helen - for ever . . .Since they were first published, James Herriot's memoirs have sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers. Charming, funny and touching, All Things Bright and Beautiful is a heart-warming story of determination, love and companionship from one of Britain's best-loved authors. 'I grew up reading James Herriot's books and I'm delighted tha
This #1 New York Times bestseller is a chilling, groundbreaking portrait of the near future if global warming continues uncheckedIt is worse, much worse, than you think. If your anxiety about global w
A chilling, groundbreaking portrait of the near future if global warming continues uncheckedIn California, wildfires now rage year-round, destroying thousands of homes. Across the US, “500-year” storm
A chilling, groundbreaking portrait of the near future if global warming continues uncheckedIn California, wildfires now rage year-round, destroying thousands of homes. Across the US, “500-year” storm
This important book lays bare the dangers of global warming caused by carbon dioxide emissions stemming from fossil fuel use, and proposes pathways toward mitigation. A discussion of the current main
A million years after the birth of our sun, the violent explosion of a nearby supernova nearly ended life on Earth before it began. Over the next four and a half billion years, forces of nature shaped
Two for Joy is the heart-warming true story of disabled twins Thomas and Alice, and their desperate fight for life after being born four months prematurely. James Melville-Ross, their father, tells of
A riveting glimpse of life and love during and after World War II—a heart-warming, touching, and thoroughly absorbing true story of a world gone by.In the spring of 1939, with the Second World War loo
A riveting glimpse of life and love during and after World War II—a heart-warming, touching, and thoroughly absorbing true story of a world gone by.In the spring of 1939, with the Second World War loo
Baby brother, I can't wait until you're older. Just imagine the adventures that lie ahead... An exquisitely illustrated and deeply joyful celebration of the bond between brothers.Join them as they explore the far reaches of this wild and amazing world, side by side every step of the way.From two highly acclaimed and award-winning creators. 'This is a very special picture book for all ages.We are with the brothers all the way - on the last pages, holding our breath.A masterpiece.' ANN JAMES'This beautiful book gives us the life we'd all love our children to have, out in the natural world, revelling in its beauty and truly being part of it.The exquisite illustrations are bursting with energy and colour, the language is rich yet simple and the brothers look after each other as brothers should.It really hits the spot, right in your heart.' ALISON LESTER'A heart-warming story about the powerful bond between brothers.' MARGARET WILD
This graphic novel–style memoir about the weirdness and wonder of pregnancy and early motherhood is told with humor, frankness, and honesty. The perfect gift for new parents, parents-to-be, or anyone interested in the experience of bringing a new human into today's world.Emma Ahlqvist's graphic memoir about the birth and early moments of raising her first child is a wry and resonant portrayal of both the challenges and excitement of pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and embracing the experience of motherhood. Told through black-and-white drawings and short, frank captions, Ahlqvist considers everything from lactation woes to anxieties about late-stage capitalism and global warming, with drawings centered on the gendered division of labor, her efforts to maintain a professional and artistic life after having a baby, and the genuine rewards of bringing a child into the world.Unflinching, relatable, and funny, My Body Created a Human portrays the stress and joys of parenthood―without the r
The funny and heart-warming new novel from Louise Pentland - perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Giovanna Fletcher.Robin Wilde is acing life. After the year from hell, she's pulled herself up and
The much-acclaimed toddler book series from The Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler. Simple but engaging stories which reflect the ups - and downs - of toddler life. Major new animation series launching on Milkshake in 2021Pip and Posy are best friends - they love to play, and make things, and have fun.But just occasionally they get cross or sad, and sometimes things go wrong that are beyond their control. And that's when kindness and understanding - and a cuddle - make everything better. In The Friendly Snail, Pip and Posy are spending a lovely afternoon outside, but while Pip wants to do some quiet gardening, Posy wants to have fun playing noisy games.When Posy's racket frightens Pip's new snail friend back into its shell, Pip gets cross . . .Oh dear! But then a big, greedy bird tries to take Pip's snail, and it turns out Posy's loud voice can be quite useful, after all!A heart-warming, relatable story about valuing each other's differences. There are loads of titles to collect . ..
Veteran journalist Durham Caldwell has written another steamy novel. This one centers on small town life. Warming himself at a Good Samaritan's fireplace after his car breaks down on a frigid winter n
