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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.
Larousse Wine (Hardback)
Hamlyn
LWIN
The most comprehensive top-quality wine guide of the year, Larousse Wine is the definitive reference for wine lovers. As beautifully presented and thorough as Larousse Gastronomique - the equivalent guide for foodies - this lavish book is a great gift for both wine connoisseurs and relative novices. Full of beautiful colour illustrations and detailed sections on each of the world's wine-producing regions, complete with a short history and analysis of each area and its appellations, this vast hardback is an absolute mine of knowledge.
Moranthology (Hardback)
Caitlin Moran
CMOR
Possibly the only drawback about the bestselling "How To Be A Woman" was that its author, Caitlin Moran, was limited to pretty much one subject: being a woman. "Moranthology" is proof that Caitlin can actually be 'quite chatty' about many other things, including cultural, social and political issues which are usually the province of learned professors, or hot-shot wonks - and not a woman who once, as an experiment, put a wasp in a jar, and got it stoned. These other subjects include: Caffeine; Ghostbusters; Being Poor; Twitter; Caravans; Obama; Wales; Marijuana Addiction; Paul McCartney; The Welfare State; Sherlock; David Cameron Looking Like Ham; Amy Winehouse; Elizabeth Taylor's Eyes; Michael Jackson's Funeral; 'The Big Society'; Big Hair; Nutter-letters; Failed Nicknames; Wolverhampton'; Squirrels' Testicles; Sexy Tax; Binge-drinking; Chivalry; Rihanna's Cardigan; Boris Johnson - Albino Shag-hound; Party Bags; Hot People; Transsexuals; The Gay Moon Landings; and My Own, Untimely Death.
The Snowman Collection - 4 Books (collection)
Raymond Briggs
WMAN
Toddlers
A fun set of early learning books suitable for children aged 12 months and over, this wonderful little bag features two of author Raymond Briggs' most popular characters - Father Christmas and the Snowman. A brilliant festive treat, the much-loved characters will help introduce babies and toddlers to a range of early learning concepts including words, numbers, the weather and opposites. Following the success of The Snowman and the Snowdog, this set could be the perfect gift for an excited child and will also teach them some valuable life skills.
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!
The Food of Morocco (Hardback)
Paula Wolfert
FOOM
Paula Wolfert's The Food of Morocco is the definitive book on Moroccan cuisine. It contains more than 200 authentic recipes, all with clear instructions and detailed notes. From Spiced Hariria (the classic soup made with lentils and chickpeas) to Chicken with Tangy Preserved Lemon and Olives, there's something for all tastes. Other classical Moroccan delicacies featured include bowls or aromatic soup, spicy sauces and tender grilled kebabs. Beautiful, authorative and beguiling, this gorgeous hardback cookbook will show you how to create delicious Moroccan food.
Ripley's Believe It or Not! 2013 (Hardback)
Robert Ripley
PLEY
9 years +
An entirely new compendium of bizarre facts, figures and features, 2013's Ripley's Believe It or Not! annual will delight anyone who loves the weird and wonderful. Among the extraordinary feats included are the largest crocodile ever captured, the village in China where 3 million snakes are bred every year and the national sport that uses a headless goat as a ball. The informative book also features jaw-dropping photography, as well as intriguing interviews with some of the astonishing individuals who feature. There are also fascinating archive photographs, as well as submissions from Ripley fans from all over the world!
Please be aware this title features images that some people may find disturbing.
Please be aware this title features images that some people may find disturbing.
Commando Dad (Paperback)
Neil Sinclair
COMD
Neil Sinclair, ex-Commando, qualified childminder and full-time dad to three young troopers, provides a training manual for new recruits to fatherhood in Commando Dad: Basic Training. In no-nonsense terms, the manual will help dads to be plan for their baby-trooper's arrival by showing them how to survive the first 24 hours, how to prepare nutritious food and how to deal with baby's hostilities, as well as giving advice on how to keep little ones entertained in various ways. An indispensable training guide that will make a great gift for any fathers-in-waiting, it covers how to look after babies from birth to when they're 3-years-old.
RBOW
5 years +
Rainbow Magic is an extremely popular brand that has not only got girls into reading, it has helped boost their reading confidence too. This collection features series 12 to 14 of the bestseller and contains 21 books that follow the sparkling adventures of the Green Fairies, who are looking to save the planet, the Twilight Fairies, who enjoy sleepovers and midnight feasts, and the Ocean Fairies, whose underwater adventures are full of fun! Delightful books for children aged 5 and over.
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.
Lost At Sea (Hardback)
Jon Ronson
LOSA
Jon Ronson, the award-winning writer, documentary maker and author of The Men Who Stare At Goats, is fascinated by madness, extraordinary behaviour and the human mind. In Lost At Sea, he presents a collection of his adventures, from meeting the man preparing to welcome aliens to Earth to another who tried to split the atom in his kitchen and the Deal or No Deal contestants who developed a foolproof system to beat the Banker. Frequently hilarious, sometimes disturbing and always entertaining, Lost At Sea is a compelling read that features some bizarre and unusual stories and intriguing people.
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.
RMCF
5 years +
The Complete Book of Fairies gives young girls the chance to meet all the fairies from the Rainbow Magic stories. Packed with secret facts and profiles of every fairy who lives in Fairyland - from Alesha the Acrobat Fairy to Zara the Starlight Fairy - this is a magical guide and perfect gift that contains everything any fan would want to know about the Rainbow Magic Fairies, their interests and their exciting adventures!
Man Booker Prize Shortlist 2012 - 6 Books (collection)
Various authors
BOKR
This collection gives you the opportunity to choose your favourite from the 6 shortlisted contemporary fiction titles for the Man Booker Prize 2012! It includes the Man Booker Prize winner and 2012 Costa Book of the Year, Hilary Mantel's Bring Up the Bodies, the sequel to previous Man Booker winner Wolf Hall. It also features The Lighthouse, Alison Moore's melancholic tale of a mother's abandonment of her son, and Tan Twan Eng's The Garden of Evening Mists, the story of a Japanese wartime camp survivor. Jeet Thayil's Narcopolis is a sweeping portrayal of Bombay, a city in collision with itself, while Will Self's Umbrella is a radical novel that skims across generations as it tells the story of a woman who has awoken after 50 years in a coma. Deborah Levy's Swimming Home is a real page-turner that looks at the way depression can affect apparently stable people..
Astrosaurs Collection - 10 Books (collection)
Steve Cole
AURS
7 years +
This fun collection features books 11 to 20 in Steve Cole's bestselling Astrosaurs series. Captain Teggs leads a group of dinosaurs who fight evil across the galaxy in their incredible spaceship DSS Sauropod. Each book also includes free collectors' cards of Teggs and his faithful crew - Gypsy, Arx and Iggy. Providing great reading practice, these funny stories will not only appeal to boys aged 7 and over who are starting to grow in reading confidence, they're just as likely to tempt reluctant readers too!
Disney Princess Look and Find Collection - 4 Books (collection)
DPLF
5 years +
Starring all your favourite Disney princesses, from Ariel and Pocahontas to Belle and Snow White and many other famous faces, this is a great set of activity books for children aged 5 and over. With a Look and Find format similar to that of Where's Wally?, these books are sure to keep children (and parents!) occupied for hours as they find all the princesses' missing items. Packed with detailed illustrations, this is the perfect gift for any fan of the popular Disney princesses!
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!
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.
Simon Kernick Trio - 3 Books (collection)
Simon Kernick
KERN
One of Britain's most exciting crime authors, Simon Kernick arrived on the scene with his acclaimed debut The Business of Dying, the story of a corrupt cop moonlighting as a hitman. This collection also includes the taut, clever and authentic bestselling books The Murder Exchange and The Crime Trade. Brilliantly researched, authentically written and sure to keep you on the edge of your seat, these are thrillers that will appeal to anyone with an interest in captivating crime fiction.
Kirstie's Vintage Home (Hardback)
Kirstie Allsopp
SOPP
An accompaniment to the hit Channel 4 series, popular presenter Kirstie Allsopp will help you transform your home from shabby to chic in Kirstie's Vintage Home. In the book, Kirstie looks to the past for inspiration and creates handmade things that are truly unique and beautiful. Reusing, restoring and upcycling, she shows how to transform vintage fabrics, furniture and other everyday things into modern-day treasures using a range of crafting skills. Packed with practical techniques that can be adapted to suit your own objects and furniture, all the information you need is in here to create a vintage look for your own home.
