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Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.This part of the series is designed to help you staying smart under pressure. In this guided meditation, Joakim Eriksson talks about how flow-writing can be used to sort out your thoughts.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.This part of the series is designed to help you staying smart under pressure. In this episode, Joakim Eriksson introduces the principles of maintaining a balanced mind.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.This part of the series is designed to help you staying smart under pressure. The focus of this episode is to learn about your early warning signs, and how emotions show up in your body. This episode also teaches about how to use these signals to catch yourself before you derail.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.This part of the series is designed to help you staying smart under pressure. This episode teaches you how to rehearse for difficult situations through visualization.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.This part of the series is designed to help you staying smart under pressure. This episode delves into how you can create pauses to respond more skillfully and not succumbing to autopilot reactions.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

The end is near...When an author seeking solitude in Leaf Cottage vanishes after a village stroll in Eyam, her worrying husband desperately enlists the help of the Connection Agency and a hunt for the missing woman begins.Soon DI Carl Heaton is on the case and a trail of bodies starts emerging one by one. Meanwhile, another detective grapples with a wrenching missing person case...With many twists and turns, this riveting final instalment in The Connection Trilogy is perfect for fans of ´Slow Horses´ by Mick Herron and ´The Crossing Places´ by Elly Griffiths.Praise for ´Mortal Green´:"I always anticipate getting my hands on the latest Anita Waller thriller." - Avonna Loves Genres"Brilliant... Had me hooked from the very first page. With plenty of twists and turns... perfect." - Goodreads reviewerBorn in Sheffield, Anita Waller is an author of psychological thrillers and the creator of the Kat and Mouse trilogy, commissioned in 2018. The trilogy led to a spin-off series, the Connection Trilogy, featuring titles such as ´Blood Red,´ ´Code Blue,´ and ´Mortal Green.´

One big mistake. One bigger regret.Once the lead singer of a renowned rock band, Joe Jarrett now cherishes a quiet life by the sea. With family as his anchor, Joe's world is on the brink of collapse when historic accusations of rape and murder surface against his band.As Joe is forced to face the consequences of the past, threatening letters from a stalker seeking revenge reach his home. Who is she? Meanwhile, his son's new girlfriend, Edie, conceals her own dark secret...As truths unfold, can Joe's life remain unchanged?Praise for "Venus Was Her Name":´Oh wow! The read of the summer - stunning and beautiful, I smiled and I cried... heart stopping... truly magnificent.´ - Goodreads reviewer´I loved this book. Totally got me fixated on the characters from page 1. Well worth buying.´ - Amazon reviewer.Manchester-based Patricia Dixon is an international bestseller of eighteen novels and often writes contemporary and psychological tales rooted in her hometown.

WWII secrets, forbidden love, and one terrible mistake...When Mia discovers an old letter, she sets out on a mission to uncover the truth about her grandmother's past. With the help of brooding local guide Leo, they sneak into the closed-off Isola di Parissi, where Mia falls in love with both the country and her guide.But as they uncover hidden and handwritten notes, Mia learns of a heartbreaking mistake her grandmother made during WWII that tore apart the island community.Will Mia be forced to leave Italy and her newfound love forever?An epic, heart-wrenching tale based on the incredible true story of an island at war. Fans of Lucinda Riley, Fiona Valpy and Victoria Hislop will be utterly gripped.Barbara Josselsohn is an award-winning journalist and novelist. She is the author of the "Lake Summers" series set in the fictional town of Lake Summers, nestled in the Adirondacks Mountains, which includes the books "The Lilac House" and "The Bluebell Girls".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.In this part of the podcast series, Eriksson focuses on sustainable high performance. This episode introduces how to utilize attention training to sharpen your ability to focus.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.In this part of the podcast series, Eriksson focuses on sustainable high performance. This episode offers an introduction to how our brain and nervous system responds to stressor and the effects of cognitive functioning.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leaderIn this part of the podcast series, Eriksson focuses on sustainable high performance. In this guide, Joakim Eriksson guides you to how to find and use pauses during the day to reset and build resilience.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.In this part of the podcast series, Eriksson focuses on sustainable high performance. In this episode, Joakim Eriksson delves in to the practice of resetting to shift body and mind into restitution mode.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Through guided meditation practices, this podcast series provides you with tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader.In this part of the podcast series, Eriksson focuses on sustainable high performance. This episode looks in to how you’ll be able to understand the difference between positive and negative stress, and use that to your advantage.Leadership Meditations - Sustainable High PerformanceIn Mindful Leadership Meditations, the experienced leadership consultant, Joakim Eriksson, delves into the art of maintaining inner peace and focus amidst the chaos of decision-making. The series is designed to give you tools to balance your nervous system, to think creatively, recover and boost your empathy as a leader. Through guided meditation practices, Joakim Eriksson guides you through exercises that can be seamlessly introduced between work tasks, helping you to lead with intention and focus, even during the most turbulent workdays.Joakim Eriksson is a Client Director for the consulting firm Mannaz, leadership consultant and advicer. He's a certified tutor at Googles search Inside Yourself-program.certificeret underviser i Googles Search Inside Yourself-program. Joakim is also an author to different books such as "Building Sustainable Leadership from the Inside".

Who was the man that would become Caesar's lieutenant, Brutus' rival, Cleopatra's lover, and Octavian's enemy?When his stepfather is executed for his involvement in the Catilinarian conspiracy, Mark Antony and his family are disgraced. His adolescence is marked by scandal and mischief, his love affairs are fleeting, and yet, his ambition is vast.Antony's path to prosperity leads him to an education in Athens, a campaign for a seat in the Senate, and a position of military command. Undeterred by his baptism of fire on the battlefields of Judaea and Egypt, he climbs the ranks to become the right-hand man of Rome’s most famous general, Julius Caesar.The first of an epic new four-book series, Caesar’s Soldier brings to life the world of one of history’s greatest warriors and romantics, as he becomes an integral part of the Roman Republic in its moment of glory and crisis. Perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell.Praise for Caesar's Soldier:'A bold and exciting recreation of the Roman world' Harry Sidebottom, author of the Warrior of Rome series'A compelling and admirably detailed opening act to what promises to be a truly epic saga.' Ian Ross, author of the Twilight of Empire series'Roman fiction has a new master in Alex Gough.' S. J. A. Turney, author of the Marius' Mules series'Caesar’s Soldier puts flesh on the historical bones of Marcus Antonius... The first in a series, Caesar’s Soldier leaves us eagerly awaiting the next volume' Amanda Cockrell, author of The Borderlands Books'A tour de force from a master of Roman fiction' Gordon Doherty, author of the Rise of Emperors series'A fascinating account of a complex and compelling man' Ruth Downie, author of the Medicus Series'Another thrilling Roman read from Alex Gough, sparkling with life' Alison Morton, author of the Roma Nova Thrillers©2023 Alex Gough (P)2024 Saga EgmontAlex Gough is an author of Roman historical adventures. The Carbo Chronicles, including Watchmen of Rome and Bandits of Rome, was written as a result of a lifelong obsession with ancient Rome, and the culmination of a lot of research into the underclasses of the time.

When a health scare forces Orla, 29, to move in with her secretive father, she decides it's time to swap family drama for sun-soaked Greek beaches.After checking into a charming B&B, she realises the turquoise sea isn't the only eye-catching sight. Her neighbour, brooding writer Georgios, is in dire need of inspiration – and Orla seems to be the muse he's been waiting for.But over candlelit dinners and Greek wine, he persuades Orla to share her past. As soon as she does, however, Georgios abruptly ends their rendezvous. Hurt and confused, Orla considers fleeing the island – but something holds her back.Will she sail away from her troubles, or let her Greek summer of discovery last forever?A delightful summer read perfect for fans of "Mamma Mia!"Liverpool-born Sue, now a Lancashire local, balances writing her books and nurturing her growing family, and draws inspiration from her Greek travels for bestsellers like "My Big Greek Summer" and "My Summer of Love and Limoncello."

What happens when ´13 Going On 30´ meets ´Back to the Future´?Kate O'Reilly longs for the good old days when music was better, friends were aplenty, and England's football team almost reached the Euro '96 finals. But as a busy mother with a suburban home and a dependable husband, those memories seem like a distant dream.So when a freak electrical storm transports her back to 1996, Kate jumps at the chance to relive her glory days and maybe even right some wrongs. But as she dives headfirst into her past, will Kate realize that some things are best left in the past?´The Glory Years´ is perfect for fans of ´About Time´ starring Rachel McAdams and Domhnall Gleeson.Praise for ´The Glory Years´:"A quick, easy and fun read that I adored…I couldn't put it down. I loved the characters and it made me laugh." - Reader Review"Kate was such a fun relatable character…Very nostalgic and cute! I remember so much of the blasts from the past which was fun!" - Reader Review© 2023 Mink Elliot (P)2024 Saga EgmontA journalist, author, and copywriter, Mink Elliott has worked on loads of magazines over the years, including J-17, New Woman, and Sky. "The Glory Years", previously published as "A Mother Dimension", is her third novel.

"The Clue" is the first in the series of mystery novels by prolific author Carolyn Wells, featuring the shrewd private investigator Fleming Stone. Beautiful young heiress Madeleine Van Norman has no shortage of eager suitors, but her chosen future husband is in love with another woman. Wretched and anxious the night before the wedding, Madeleine leaves to contemplate her future.The next morning, the guests have a shocking mystery on their hands when the bride-to-be Madeleine is found murdered. A classic ‘locked-room’ mystery – detective Fleming Stone is soon on the case to solve the mystery and catch the killer.Fleming StoneFleming Stone is a private investigator with a flair for reading books and people. New York police department often resorts to her skills when a crime turns out to be too complicated for them to resolve. Carolyn Wells’ “Fleming Stone” series follow the eponymous character’s adventures as she solves crimes and mysteries.Carolyn Wells (1862-1942) was a prolific American novelist and poet, best known for her children’s literature, mystery novels and humorous verse. Born in New Jersey, following school Wells worked as a librarian where she developed her love of reading, and her first book ‘At the Sign of the Sphinx’ was published in 1896. From 1900 Wells dedicated herself to her literary career, writing over 170 novels in total across a range of genres. Some of her most loved works include the ‘Patty Fairfield’ and ‘Marjorie Maynard’ series for girls, as well as the ‘Fleming Stone’ mystery series for adults. Wells is also well-known for her humorous nonsense verse, and was a frequent contributor of verse to magazines. She published an autobiography ‘The Rest of my Life’ in 1937. Wells died in New York City in 1942.

Set against the rugged backdrop of Klovharun, a barren skerry in the Gulf of Finland, ´Notes from an Island´ invites you into the intimate world of Tove Jansson and her partner, graphic artist Tuulikki Pietilä, known affectionately as "Tooti."Aided by Brunstroem, an unconventional fisherman, Jansson races against time and the elements to build a cabin that would serve as their sanctuary for thirty summers.A declaration of the beauty of solitude, ´Notes from an Island´ is a touching homage to a mature love nurtured by the raw beauty of shifting seascapes.© 2024 Tove Jansson, Moomin Characters™Published in the English language by arrangement with Rights & BrandsFinnish-Swedish writer and artist Tove Jansson (1914-2001) is globally cherished for creating the Moomin universe. Born in Helsinki, her tales of the Moomins captivated readers worldwide. Beyond Moominvalley, she penned profound adult novels, most notably "The Summer Book".

Navigating lesbian life? From tackling Lesbian Bed Death and strap-ons to handling workplace microaggressions and discovering your second family, Helen Scott, your lipstick femme in chief, is here to lead the way to Gay Town.Dive into this part-memoir, part-guide, and embrace the the highs and lows of navigating lesbian life in the modern world. Candid, wise, bold and hilarious - it's time to reclaim the L in LGBTQ+.A lesbian self-help guide with chapters on coming out, enjoying a healthy sex life, navigating your sexuality in the workplace and more, "Live, Laugh, Lesbian" is the ideal read for anyone with questions about the queer experience.© 2023 Helen Scott (P)2024 Saga EgmontHelen Scott is a presenter, broadcaster, content creator and ambassador for the lesbian community. She’s hosted variously on BBC Radio, ITV and Virgin and writes a regular column for Gay London Life.

Determined to make his mark on Science, young student Victor Frankenstein fabricates a creature out of old body parts. His dreams are crushed, however, when he realizes he has created a monster. He runs to the streets, horrified, but when he returns the monster is gone. In time, their paths will cross again, at the price of several innocent lives. Mary Shelley famously started writing ‘Frankenstein’ (1818) for a contest when she was on a rainy holiday with other writers in Lord Byron’s villa in Switzerland. Two years later at the age of 20 she had it published. Since the novel's publication, the name "Frankenstein" has often mistakenly been used to refer to the monster itself, who is, in fact, nameless.Mary Shelley (1797-1851) was an English author, best known for her classic novel ‘Frankenstein’ (1818). She got the idea for the novel at the age of eighteen when she was on holiday in Switzerland with Lord Byron and John William Polidori.

Short, witty and exciting collection of short stories, “Tales of the Jazz Age” is by Francis Scott Fitzgerald, the author of 'The Great Gatsby'. Divided into three parts, the tales are grouped into serious stories, non-sensical narratives, and fantasies. Among the most famous stories are the greedy and sinister 'The Diamond as Big as the Ritz', the utterly amusing and ridiculous 'The Camel’s Back', and the intriguing 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button', which has since been adapted into an award-winning film starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett. It is a great read for anyone having an interest in the Jazz Age, 1920's stories or Fitzgerald’s fiction; and perfect for those who need something short and snappy to read on the go.F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940) is one of the greatest American novelists of the 20th century and author of the classics ‘Tender is the Night’, ‘The Great Gatsby’ and 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button', all of which have been adapted in to successful film adaptations. His writing helped popularise the 1920s Jazz Age that he and wife Zelda Fitzgerald were in the centre of.

Laura lives an isolated life with her father, alone in a castle in the Austrian wilderness. When the mysterious Carmilla, a strange and beautiful lady, arrives in the night, no one suspects the supernatural occurrences that follow. But still more unsuspected is the tempestuous romance that blooms between the two young women, and Carmilla’s nightmarish secret. Written 26 years before Stoker’s ‘Dracula’, ‘Carmilla’ is the original vampire novel. Sheridan Le Fanu combines a chilling Gothic atmosphere with horrifying episodes, boldly exploring the sexual desires of his heroines, and establishing the image of the female vampire. ‘Carmilla’ is an essential read for all fans of gothic novels and vampires, from Anne Rice’s ‘Interview with the Vampire’ to Netflix’s ‘The Vampire Diaries’.Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an Irish Gothic writer of short stories and novels. One of the central names amidst the ghost-story writers of the 19th century, Le Fanu’s influence cannot be underestimated. Inspiring the likes of Bram Stoker, Le Fanu laid the basis for the Victorian Horror genre by combining realism with deeper psychological elements. His most important works include ‘Uncle Silas’, ‘Carmilla’, ‘The House by the Churchyard’, and his short story collection ‘In a Glass Darkly’.

Murder is no game...When an intruder ends John and Caroline Coates hopes and dreams, John turns to the Connection Agency seeking justice for what happened five years ago.In the past, Tessa's pursuit of the truth had been abruptly halted by the cold case division. Reunited with Luke and assisted by DI Eileen Haughton, an old colleague from Tessa's police years, they delve deep into the sinister world of the unseen enemy.But as the trio inches closer, they unearth revelations that are darker than they anticipated. Will the truth offer the Coateses closure, or will it plunge them further into a nightmare?The second instalment in The Connection Trilogy, this captivating mystery thriller is perfect for fans of "Slow Horses" by Mick Herron and "The Crossing Places" by Elly Griffiths.Born in Sheffield, Anita Waller is an author of psychological thrillers and the creator of the Kat and Mouse trilogy, commissioned in 2018. The trilogy led to a spin-off series, the Connection Trilogy, featuring titles such as "Blood Red," "Code Blue," and "Mortal Green."

In the blink of an eye, life as Gabbie knows it crumbles. With her deceitful husband gone and her family shattered, she's left with no choice but to return to her childhood home – a house haunted by the woman who shattered their lives. Her stepmother.Her father's final wish was for his second wife to reside in their home indefinitely, a fact her stepmother clung to without a hint of leaving. Their relationship, strained and distant, must now weather an unexpected storm as she seeks her stepmother's help – for her daughters' sake, Olivia and Alice.As they are compelled to live under the same roof, the unravelling truths test their fragile bond. Will it shatter entirely or could it be their salvation, providing the refuge she and her daughters so desperately need?An emotional story about family secrets and lies, and the lengths a parent will go to, to protect their children. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Jojo Moyes and Kate Hewitt.© 2023 Emma Robinson (P)2024 Saga EgmontUSA Today Bestseller, Emma Robinson, weaves compelling tales of family and friendship in the face of adversity, transitioning from humor-filled beginnings to emotional narratives that are both heart-breaking and life-affirming.

The Von Hansen family is going on holiday. Mum, Dad, Alexander, Viktoria and Anton are at the airport on their way to check in. Grandma is also there to say goodbye. They have been queuing for a long time and there are lots of people. In a moment they will be on board the plane … but then Dad has to show his passport at the counter, and he realises he’s forgotten to renew it.Dorte Roholte (1958) has written a large number of books for children and young people, as well as for adults. She made her debut in 1991 with the collection of short stories New Surroundings and has since published numerous books in various genres.

When Iris Green catches her boyfriend in the arms of one of her closest friends it's not just emotional distress she feels, but an actual physical shift - she starts to disappear!As she grows more invisible each day, a hidden world reveals itself. People's true nature begins to surface in front of her eyes - including uncomfortable facts about those closest to her... and even herself.Can Iris navigate this fascinating yet terrifying new reality and will she reclaim her presence before vanishing completely?A deeply moving heartbreak romance with a speculative twist, ´Iris Green, Unseen´ is ideal for fans of Dustin Thao's ´You've Reached Sam´.©2024 Louise Finch (P)2024 Saga EgmontCover image Alamy Stock © Scholastic, 2024Illustrations reproduced by permission of Scholastic LimitedA writer of YA contemporary fiction with speculative twists, Louise Finch's debut young adult novel, ´The Eternal Return of Clara Hart´, was shortlisted for a number of awards including the Waterstones YA book prize, the Yoto Carnegie Awards 2023, the Great Reads Award 2022, as well as longlisted for the Branford Boase Award 2023.

Little Bear and his mother are about to go into hibernation, but there are just a thousand things Little Bear has to do before he can fall asleep. Maybe a story would help? Or some water? Or a trip through the snow? There's just so much to do, but Little Bear soon learns that a young bear also needs a good Winter's sleep.Jan Mogensen is a Danish illustrator and author who has mainly illustrated books for children and young people. He always wanted to be an illustrator, and when he had young children of his own, he became aware that an alternative to the social realism that characterised virtually all new children’s literature at the time, even for the very young, was needed. Introducing children to that alternative was so important, he felt, that it inspired him to become a writer and illustrator.

On a pristine island in the Gulf of Finland, six-year-old Sophia is awakening to life, while her wise yet cranky grandmother is contemplating its end. This unlikely duo becomes each other's perfect companions for a season of unforgettable adventures.From crafting boats out of bark to creating their own miniature Venice, they explore their island world with youthful curiosity and aged wisdom. Along the way, they tackle the universal questions that captivate young and old: What is life and death? What is the nature of love and God?In this enchanting tale, Jansson crafts a world that is a microcosm of life's joys and sorrows, making "The Summer Book" a season you'll never want to end.© 2024 Tove Jansson, Moomin Characters™Published in the English language by arrangement with Rights & BrandsFinnish-Swedish writer and artist Tove Jansson (1914-2001) is globally cherished for creating the Moomin universe. Born in Helsinki, her tales of the Moomins captivated readers worldwide. Beyond Moominvalley, she penned profound adult novels, most notably "The Summer Book".

Ever pondered the philosophical implications of a total solar eclipse or the urgency of addressing climate change?In this episode of 'Bringing Philosophy to Life,' Albert A. Anderson delves into the existential connections between humanity, nature, and ethics.Through the lens of philosopher Vandana Shiva's insights and historical perspectives, Anderson navigates the complex interplay of philosophy, science, and activism in confronting the pressing environmental crisis.Bringing Philosophy to LifeIn this series, philosopher and author, Albert A. Anderson, explores the modern world through ancient philosophers such as Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. He provides insightful analyses on the practical applications of philosophy in our daily lives, and brings a fresh perspective on how these concepts can create a better understanding of the world around us. In this podcast, you will be presented with philosophical ideas in a way that is accessible and easy to understand, making it an engaging listen for both old and new philosophy enthusiasts.Albert A. Anderson, Ph.D., is Professor of Philosophy Emeritus at Babson College in Massachusetts, where he held an endowed chair as Murata Professor of Ethics from 1995 to 2003. He has also held tenured faculty appointments in philosophy at Clark University and Albion College and full-time positions at Bates College and Rhode Island School of Design. He was a founding member of the International Society for Universal Dialogue serving as its president from 1996-2001. He is president of Agora Publications, Inc., which specializes in translating, adapting, and performing classical philosophical texts.

Discover the stories of over twenty amazing people who dared to defy society's rules and get inspired to break the mold.Determined, clever, and resourceful, these women have not hesitated in the pursuit of freedom - even if it meant pretending to be men!Whether sporting a (fake) mustache for a few days or for a lifetime, these women - determined to challenge the rules of a male-dominated society - proved that nothing could hold them back.Perfect for kids who love exciting and surprising stories, this book shows that heroes come in all forms.Illustrations by Rosaria Battiloro - © 2022, DeA Planeta Libri S.r.l.Annalisa Strada is a teacher and writer of children's books. Having published more than eighty titles she has received numerous awards for her books.Born and raised in Casale Monferrato, Gianna Re worked in the publishing industry before becoming a teacher.