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Dickens at Christmas (Hardback)

Charles Dickens

DKAC

Within the pages of Dickens at Christmas, you will find all the elements of a quintessential traditional Christmas - snowy rooftops, gleaming shop windows, steaming bowls of punch, rich plum puddings, turkey and stuffing, miracles, magic, charity and goodwill. This beautiful hardback could make the perfect Christmas gift for any fan of Charles Dickens, as not only does it gather together Dickens' famous Christmas books, it also contains the stories that he wrote for the seasonal issues of his periodicals.

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Penguin's Snowy Playtime (Hardback)

Ruth Martin

PENG 3 years +
Combining fun rhyming text with bright and bold pop-up art, Penguin's Snowy Day is a book that is is sure to engage and delight little ones. Written by Ruth Martin and beautifully illustrated by Clare Caddy, the book tells the story of one bored and tearful little penguin who decides there's nothing to do at the South Pole. His kind friends soon leap into action to cheer him up by building swings, slides and sleighs to prove to him there's plenty of frosty fun to be had! A wonderful winter story for preschool children with a sweet message about friendship and kindness.
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Mollie Makes Christmas (Hardback)

MMXM
A gorgeous craft book, Mollie Makes Christmas sees a team of ten super-talented designers offer ideas for crochet, knitting, sewing, felting, papercraft and much more besides. The inspirational festive ideas range from handmade gifts to cards and decorations and there are even tips on how to enjoy stress-free entertaining throughout the Yuletide period. A great book for anyone who likes to create handmade projects!
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The Complete Christmas Book: Over 50 Festive Projects (Hardback)

Jane Bull

CHRA 5 years +
Crafts expert Jane Bull encourages children to bake, make and decorate this Christmas with My Best Ever Christmas Activity Book - a festive feast of gifts, treats and Yuletide projects! With fresh and original designs that will inspire children to get crafty throughout the Christmas holidays, among the projects on offer are sparkling decorations, glittery gifts and yummy festive food. With easy-to-follow instructions, children will love creating their very own merry mobiles, meringue mountains and stocking-shaped presents in time for the big day.
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Jokes for all the Family (Hardback)

Harry Hilton

JFAF
Did you hear about the schoolboy who put clean socks on every day? By Friday he couldn't get his shoes on. With Harry Hilton's Jokes for All the Family, prepare to have your ribs tickled, your funny bone waggled and your leg pulled! This is a bumper compendium of jokes that are suitable for all the family. With everything from ludicrous lions to preposterous pirates, there are laughs aplenty for all ages!
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The LEGO Ideas Book (Hardback)

Daniel Lipkowitz

LEGD 7 years +

The LEGO Ideas Book will inspire any LEGO fan to create and build a wide range of amazing models! Packed with tips from expert LEGO builders, the hardback book is divided into six themed chapters: transport, buildings, space, kingdoms, adventure and useful makes. With over 500 models and ideas for inspiration, this is the perfect book for LEGO fans of any age who want to make their models cool, fun and imaginative. Amongst the incredible models featured in the book are jet planes, fantastic fortresses and space shuttles!

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Toddler Christmas (Hardback)

Katie Saunders

TODR Toddlers
A great book for anyone with an excited toddler to distract in the build-up to the big day, Toddler Christmas provides a wide range of festive activities, plus games, puzzles and stories. From decorating a letter for Santa to making special food for the reindeer and snuggling up with a special Christmas bedtime story, there are ideas for every moment. This large padded book also contains a special Christmas quiz and parental notes to help everyone make the most of this time of year. Guaranteed to add some magic to a toddler's Christmas, the book also features beautiful illustrations from Katie Sanders.
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Life of Pi (Hardback)

Yann Martel

OFPI
After the tragic sinking of a cargo ship, one solitary lifeboat remains bobbing on the wild, blue Pacific ocean. The crew of the surviving vessel consists of a hyena, a zebra with a broken leg, a female orang-utan, a 450-pound Royal Bengal tiger named Richard Parker and Pi, a 16-year-old Indian boy. Written by Yann Martel and the winner of the Man Booker Prize upon its release, Life of Pi is one of the most extraordinary and best-loved works of contemporary fiction in recent years. An epic journey of adventure and discovery, the modern classic has now been made into a major film, directed by Ang Lee and starring Suraj Sharma.
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Little Christmas Decorations to Knit & Crochet (Hardback)

Sue Stratford & Val Pierce

LCDE
Perfect for novelty knitters and crocheters who have a love of all things Christmas, Little Christmas Decorations to Knit & Crochet provides 40 delightful crafts projects for festive treats. With 20 knitted ideas and 20 crocheted ideas on offer, the projects range from mini stockings to snowflakes, snowmen and reindeer. The book comes with full instructions, a list of materials you will use and some stunning photographs to follow, making sure the reader can see the design clearly as they work their way through the delightful book.
  • Please note that this title is a compilation of two previously published books - 20 to Make Mini Christmas Knits by Sue Stratford and 20 to Make Mini Christmas Crochet by Val Pierce.
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    Celebrate Christmas (Paperback)

    CELX

    Celebrate Christmas is a bumper bundle of Yuletide cooking and craft projects that will become a trusted favourite each year as the festive season looms. With a 'countdown to Christmas' planning schedule and plenty of advice on preparation, the book is packed full of traditional recipes, contemporary interpretations and plenty of great craft, decorating and gift wrapping ideas.

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    Diary of a Wimpy Kid: the Third Wheel (Hardback)

    Jeff Kinney

    KID2 7 years +
    Seven books, three films and one quirky kid... zoo-wee-mama, the world has gone Wimpy Kid crazy! In the latest eagerly awaited instalment of Jeff Kinney's bestselling series, Greg and Rowley are scrambling around looking for dates to the school's Valentine's Day dance, but will either of them be lucky in love? Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel is a laugh-out-loud read for children aged seven and over.
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    Christmas According to Humphrey (Hardback)

    Betty G. Birney

    CHHY 7 years +
    In Betty G. Birney's Christmas According to Humphrey, the class of Longfellow School are excitedly preparing for the school's Winter Wonderland show. The show looks as though it's going to be GREAT-GREAT-GREAT, until Humphrey realises grumpy music teacher Miss Lark is in charge. Things look unsqueakably worrying. Can Humphrey get the Christmas show on track? Christmas According to Humphrey is a funny, magical adventure that's just perfect for the holiday season! Animal fans aged seven and above will be thrilled to receive this treat.
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    Vintage Dickens Collection - 16 Books (collection)

    Charles Dickens

    VDIC
    This collection brings together 16 of Charles Dickens' most celebrated novels for one great price. The likes of Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol and A Tale of Two Cities are packed full of unforgettable characters and brilliant narratives that show just why Dickens is still regarded as the nation's favourite storyteller. The collection also contains books that may be less familiar, but are no less captivating, including the novel he was working on when he died: The Mystery of Edwin Drood. This 16-book collection enables you to discover the original books full of observations that remain relevant in today's society. The books come in stylish, vintage-style sleeves too.
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    The Ultimate LEGO Ideas Collection - 3 Books (collection)

    ULIC
    From LEGO's rich history to a celebration of the minfigure and 500 enlightening ideas for model masterpieces to make, the three books in the Ultimate LEGO Collection have it all. Sure to provide plenty of brickmaster inspiration to fans of all ages, the books will provide you with all the information you could ever want to know about the classic brand. The LEGO Book has been expanded and fully revised and gives an in-depth look at the history of the children's toy alongside some fascinating facts, while the LEGO Ideas Book is full of over 500 ideas for your next cool building project. Standing Small celebrates 30 years of minifigures and features everything from the traditional minifigure through to the phenomenally successful LEGO Harry Potter and Star Wars ranges.
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    The Complete Alice Gift Box Collection - 22 Books in a Slipcase (collection)

    Lewis Carroll

    TCAL 5 years +
    Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass are children's classics. This beautiful box set of the two books features wonderfully imaginative illustrations from Helen Oxenbury that just add to the magic. From falling down the rabbit-hole to attending the Mad Hatter's tea party and meeting Humpty Dumpty, the wonderful stories have been broken down into 22 separate volumes. Utterly charming and sure to appeal, this is a beautifully produced and exquisitely designed collection of books that are sure to be treasured by any child.
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    Will We Ever Speak Dolphin? (Hardback)

    New Scientist

    DOLP
    Published by New Scientist, Will We Ever Speak Dolphin? is packed full of wry and well-informed answers to this and 110 other baffling science questions. A perfect bedside book for dipping into or sharing with family and friends, amongst the other questions answered are why do birds sing at dawn? What's the slowest a plane can fly without stalling? And how long can you keep a tiger cub as a pet? Following the likes of the bestselling titles Does Anything Eat Wasps?, Do Polar Bears Get Lonely? and Why Can't Elephants Jump? this is another book about popular science that is guaranteed to delight.
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    Little Miss Library Collection - 36 Books (collection)

    Roger Hargreaves

    LTML 3 years +

    The Little Miss Library includes 36 of Mr Men author Roger Hargreaves timeless tales in a beautiful and enormously handy gift box. Young children will love discovering these fun-filled tales and getting to know each and every imaginative character, while adults will have a wonderful time sharing all the familiar tales with their little ones. Easy to tidy away and keep organised, this boxed collection will make a beautiful gift for any occasion and is sure to be a hit with children aged 3 and above!

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    Monet 2013 Calendar (Other)

    ONET
    This spectacular calendar features beautifully reproduced artwork from Monet for every month and is sure to help you stay organised throughout the whole of 2013. The calendar is extremely stylish and would also make the perfect gift for a friend or a family member who is interested in art!
  • Please note this calendar does not come in an envelope.
    £1.99 RRP £9.99 Save £8.00 Book Info Add To Wishlist

    Ban This Filth! (Hardback)

    Ben Thompson

    BANF
    The launch of Mary Whitehouse's Clean Up TV campaign made her a media star overnight and over the next 37 years her name became the byword for censorship. Throughout this time, many hundreds of letters were sent by the redoubtable campaigner and many were received by her too. In Ban This Filth: Letters from the Mary Whitehouse Archive, Ben Thompson sifts through this incredible correspondence of outrage and affront, uncovering a startling new perspective on her tireless stand.
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    Celebration Cupcakes (Paperback)

    Danielle Saudino and Adam Toom

    CELB

    Filled with beautiful gifts and delicious treats, Celebration Cupcakes makes the most of award-winning patisserie chef Tamara Jane?s incredible expertise to bring us some gorgeous recipes. With a cake for every special occasion, this selection of tempting treats includes such delights as the Lovers? Raspberry and White Chocolate Mud Cake ? a perfect idea for Valentine?s Day! With sections on icing templates and techniques, as well as dairy-free, lactose intolerant and vegan ideas, this beautiful book includes plenty of colourful, eye-catching photography too.

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