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Leonardo da Vinci, twelve years old and a bastard, leaves the Tuscan countryside to join his father in Florence with dreams of becoming a painter. Francesco Salviati, also a bastard and scorned for his too-dark skin, dedicates himself to the Catholic Church with grand hopes of salvation. Towering above them both is Lorenzo de Medici, barely a man, yet soon to be the patriarch of the worlds wealthiest and most influential bank. Each is, in his own way, a son of Florence. Each will, when their paths cross, shed blood on Florences streets.Brash and breathtaking, this lush historical drama explores the dangerous pursuit of artistic and political achievement-especially at a time when "florenzers," or gay men such as Leonardo, were often persecuted. Mining the origins of one of historys finest artists and the city where he came of age, Florenzer introduces an enthralling new voice in fiction.

Hilarious, high-energy series about animals with jobs, clothes and superpowers! Highly illustrated in black and white and perfect for fans of the movies Sing and Zootropolis!Put on your super-suit and prepare for comic-book capers in Pawtonia, where the animals wear clothes, hot chocolate flows and evil is just an ostrich feather awayMeet Bob and Archie. Two hapless, but enthusiastic, koalas who just want some time off to enjoy Pawtonias music festival. Superheros need days off too! Not if Dr Colossus has anything to do with it... The evil ostrich plans to rob all Pawtonia, hypnotising them with a team of Robot Spiders!Our fluffy duo needs everything it takes to stop Dr Colossus and his robber duck minions!Can the Koalas in Capes thwart the feathered supervillain?Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No. Its Koalas in Capes! This side-splitting, superhero series is perfect for newly-independent readers, where chapter books meet graphic novels.Look out for: Koalas in Capes: The Zombie Chickens

A candid, humorous and moving account of how two men and their surrogate came together to make a family.Like countless other couples, Sanjay and Doug (AKA The Travelling Gays) met, fell in love - and were soon married. But when they decided they wanted a family of their own, it was the beginning of an incredible journey that would see them become proud parents to three children - and have a new friend for life in their surrogate, Amber.Part practical guide to the international surrogacy process with a first-hand account of what its really like to be a surrogate, part memoir and social commentary about same-sex parenting, Whos the Real Dad? follows their experience step by step - from choosing between adoption and surrogacy to the legal and financial complexities along the way, and from fertility treatment and embryo transfers to pregnancy, birth, and life with three children under two.Exploring the long-term impact of growing up under Section 28, changing social attitudes, and the expanding possibilities for LGBTQ+ parents, Whos the Real Dad? demystifies the surrogacy process and offers a fresh perspective on what family really means in the twenty-first century.

Travis lives an unassuming life with his cat in a small English town. Travis also happens to be the cosmic force of Death, visiting people in their final days and hours of life, before shepherding them into whatever happens next. He doesnt judge them, doesnt feel emotion at their passing, and never tries to change anyones fate... until he meets a young, single midwife called Dalia and her boisterous eight-year-old daughter, Layla. As he gets closer to this small, seemingly unremarkable family, Travis begins to learn what it is that makes life so worth living, and so what it is that is irrevocably lost in death.Full of compassion and deep magic, Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt might be a novel about Death, but its also about the joy of being alive - because only through knowing that all things must end can we truly appreciate all the things that we already have, from the people around us to the strange wonder of our spinning world.

Discover what life was really like for kids in the past in this brilliantly funny introduction to medieval times.Have you ever wondered what it was like living in a medieval castle? Why people would put leeches on their bodies when they were ill? Or how to train to become a knight? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this witty and informative guide.- Packed with historical facts about medieval clothes, food, entertainment and more!- Explains key moments from history including the Norman Conquest, the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and the creation of the Bayeux Tapestry.- Developed in consultation with expert curators from the British Museum.- Written in accessible, conversational text by award-winning author Chae Strathie, and featuring hilarious illustrations on every page. Dont miss other titles in the series: Tudors, Ancient Greece

Join a school where children can change into animals! A thrilling new magical fantasy series from the author of the bestselling Kitty books.Animagicals are children born with the power to change into an animal. They can change into any animal and they need help controlling their ability until they find their true form - the animal they are destined to be. Will they fly like an eagle, leap like a leopard or skulk like a fox? Come and join them at Wild Haven, a magical school set up to protect and train animagicals in a magical forest hidden from the ordinary world.Noah loves changing into a bear! Hes sure its the animal hes destined to be. So why do his friends at Wild Haven School say he should choose something else?A mysterious magic brings a terrible storm to the land of Animagia, putting every animal in danger. Noah is determined to help. Can he stay true to himself and prove how great he can be as a bear?"I highly recommend it for all animal loving children and grown ups!" Julie Sykes, co-author of Unicorn AcademyLook out for more books in the Animagicals series: Mias Tiger

In this fifth hilarious graphic-novel adventure, Butter wants some quiet time alone. Away from dogs. But is this a case of be careful what you wish for?Crackers and Peanut are having a lot of fun. And making a lot of noise. Butter just wants some peace and quiet for a nice cat nap. He finds the perfect spot in a neighbours garden. Then it starts raining and it looks warm and dry inside the house. . . but its not long before Butter realises hes made a mistake. Could it be that hes actually missing those pesky dogs?More Peanut, Butter and Crackers adventures:Peanut, Butter and. Crackers: Puppy ProblemsPeanut, Butter and. Crackers: River RescuePeanut, Butter and. Crackers: Doggy SchoolPeanut, Butter and. Crackers: Christmas Surprise

The Script of Stones follows a short walk along the dramatic clifftops of Gower, South Wales - a journey of barely half a mile that becomes an expansive meditation on nature, memory, and loss. Drawing on a lifetimes intimacy with this landscape, Francis Gooding explores rockpools and limestone strata, traces the movements of choughs and adders, and examines everything from slugs to geological deep time.In our age of environmental uncertainty, Gooding confronts how knowledge of climate change has destabilised our relationship with the natural world. Part elegy, part celebration, The Script of Stones weaves together family history and the wonder of the miniscule to paint a portrait of a world that exists before, during and after us - a world that will endure.

In stories of exquisite compression, Japanese-Argentine writer Alejandra Kamiya conjures absences, shadows and all that must remain unsaid.As dawn breaks, a woman prepares to make a perfect breakfast for her husband and son, while a subtle note of disquiet grows louder. A Japanese soldier resolutely obeys a command as precise as it is inexplicable. Two girls discover themselves through electrically charged games, which they will recall in letters for the rest of their lives.Enigmatic yet sharply clear, The Fallen Trees Are Also the Forest is a book of quietly shattering epiphanies from a unique voice in international fiction.

We rely on the soil and its rich biodiversity for our food, traditions and folklore, but are we guilty of taking it for granted? In Down to Earth, Robert Ashton traces five centuries of human relationships with the soil, from farming and folklore to the modern environmental crisis. In so doing he reveals the wisdom of the gardeners, farmers, gravediggers, archaeologists and naturalists who work with it every day. Each chapter focuses on an aspect of our connection to the earth beneath our feet, seeking to deepen our understanding of its importance and encourage us to take its preservation more seriously.

Its late summer 1984, and Babs Dionnes hometown of Waterville, Maine is on the verge of collapse. A strike at the paper mill has dragged on for a year, pitting neighbour against neighbour, leaving everyone broke and exhausted. As head of the union local, Babs has presided over Little Canadas decline. Shes sworn off violence since killing a man when she was a teenager, and has stuck to this vow even as its become clear that only violence can save their community. When Babs best friend Rita returns home after five years away, she is shocked by the state of things. And as the strike comes to a head, Rita notices something else: the men may be broken, but the women are furious, ready to do whatever necessary to take back Little Canada. They just need Babs to be the fearless woman who emerged from the woods fifteen years ago, drenched in blood. They need Babs to face what she already knows: that the only way to fix things is to assume control. Completely. Mercilessly.

Existem, basicamente, duas formas de olhar para osdiversos transtornos emocionais que podem nosacometer durante a vida. A primeira é conectá-losapenas a traumas ocorridos no decorrer da nossavida ou a contextos imediatos de dor e sofrimento,que antecedem o aparecimento de tais crises. Outrae analisar os problemas emocionais do ser humanopelas lentes da doutrina do pecado a fim decompreender que, para alem das ciencias humanas,a dimenso emocional do individuo precisa deredenço, noapenas de terapia.O livro que voce tem em mos e muito maisdo queumaboa ferramenta terapeutica. E umamensagemlibertadora, capaz de remover fardospesados e levarvoce a aguas tranquilas.

A HISTÓRIA DA BANDA QUE DEFINIU UMA GERAÇÃO EM UMA OBRA OFICIAL NARRADA PELO PRÓPRIO PAUL MCCARTNEY E PELOS EX-INTEGRANTES DA WINGS!Narrado em primeira pessoa, este relato imersivo do próprio Paul Mc

Durante anos, Dra. Monica sonhou em construir uma empresa, impactar pessoas, oferecer direço e realmente fazer a diferença. Mas, ao perceber que estava vivendo esse sonho e ainda assim falhando enfrentou uma dura realidade. Cercada por funcionarios, clientes e processos desorganizados, sentiu-se perdida. Era hora de agir... mas como?Impulsionada pelo desespero e pela consciencia de que decises dificeis precisariam ser tomadas, ela viveu sua virada de chave ao conhecer Andreia, gestora de recursos humanos.Este livro narra essa jornada intensa e transformadora no apenas sobre empreendedorismo, mas sobre coragem, escolhas e a importancia de uma gesto eficiente e, acima de tudo, humanizada.Mais do que tecnicas e estrategias, esta obra prope uma mudança de perspectiva. A partir da vivencia de uma lider empresarial e de uma gestora de recursos humanos, o leitor e conduzido por uma narrativa que entrelaça vida, liderança e proposito, mostrando que, por tras de cada negocio, existem pessoas reais e historias que importam.

Global Voices on Global Mission Global mission has moved into a new era when it is no longer just "from the West to the rest" but rather "from everywhere to everywhere." But too often mission workers have not partnered well with local communities, hurting Christian witness and ministry efforts. And as the global church sends more and more missionaries, how can we learn from the past, develop new ways of partnering, and avoid repeating these same mistakes? The book of Acts provides a role model.Many people go into global missions to be like Paul, the pioneer taking the gospel to places where people have never heard. But in an era of mission when the church is truly global, Pauls companion Barnabas is an exceptional model of mission service.In this multifaceted volume, mission practitioners from around the world unpack the life and ministry of Barnabas. Contributors from Zambia, Bosnia, Australia, India, Ghana, New Zealand, Latin America, and the United States provide diverse experiences, global viewpoints, and best practices for effective mission partnerships that embrace humility, generosity, and mutuality.In Barnabass example we find answers for some of the most pressing questions in global mission partnership today: How should we share financial resources with generosity and trustworthiness? How do we advocate for, encourage, partner with, and empower mission partners across cultural and experiential differences? How can our mission partnerships develop as genuine communities of mutuality and visibility for all people involved? How do we wisely face sending, suffering, and division as we partner globally? Barnabas entered sensitive crosscultural situations and could help without hurting. He taught, developed, and trained others while also encouraging and releasing leaders. He modeled mission partnership that is generous, trustworthy, mutual, and empowering. In todays new era of global mission, we need more people like Barnabas. Discover how The Barnabas Factor offers a fresh approach to global collaboration that fosters healthier and more effective crosscultural mission partnerships.

A thrilling adventure packed with laughs, escapes and kick-ass action, about a smart-talking bunch of rogues and dropouts being thrust into an epic quest to save the future and meddle with the destinies of empires. From the Audible-bestselling author of The Lion: Son of the Forest, and perfect for fans of Tasha Suri, Richard Swan, Samantha Shannon and Netflixs Arcane. Kitt Carver is one of the best diviners in the business at finding destinies for the rich and powerful. When shes nearly killed, and her regular broker is murdered, it becomes clear someone has an issue with the last destiny she found.Determined not to let anyone else die, Kitt gathers a mismatched group including Two Tongue Derna, her childhood friend and now a renowned street duellist, and Sulian the Swallowmage, powerful but plagued with intrusive visions of futures and sets off across the Timeless Lands to warn the destinys recipient.However, unbeknownst to Kitt, she has her own destiny; one which might spell disaster for everyone.

Cosy, hopeful and uplifting, this heartwarming post-apocalyptic romance is perfect for fans of Fable for the End of the World and Emily Henry.Thirty years after the end of the world, a young woman enters into a marriage of convenience with a man she hardly knows so she can secure vital medical care for her beloved younger sister.The world might not have ended all at once. But end it did.Kayla Hollins is a survivor. Living in the fragmented wasteland of the Canadian Pacific Northwest, shes outlived a colony, a cult, a paramilitary group, and most of her family. So when her younger sister April falls seriously ill, Kayla will do anything to save her. They trek to Salt Spring Island, a beacon of hope in their otherwise brutalized world, which is rumoured to still have a hospital. But Salt Springs utopia comes with a price. Not just anyone can enter paradise or access their medical care, and Kaylas past is chequered.Desperate, Kayla makes a deal with Sid Charles, an aspiring politician with whom she had a chance encounter before arriving on Salt Spring. If Kayla and Sid get married, it will boost Sids chances of election, and grant April automatic access to the medical treatment she desperately needs. And in two years, when Kayla is eligible for citizenship herself, they can get a divorce. Simple, right?Sid is distant and cranky, but Kayla comes to learn he is also shockingly kind. The more time she spends with him and his ragtag group of rescued boys, the more she comes to admire him. But with Aprils treatment and Sids election on the lineand the constant terror of her past being discoveredKayla isnt sure she can risk trying to change their arrangement.Trapped together in the closest thing left to paradise, Kayla and Sid both know what it means for the world to end. But as they try to rebuild with the people of Salt Spring Island, there may be time left to saveif not the worldthemselves.

- BEST-SELLER NÚMERO 1 DO NEW YORK TIMES- ENTRE OS MELHORES LIVROS DO ANO PELA THE ECONOMIST, TIME, BLOOMBERG E THE WASHINGTON POST - ELEITO UM DOS 100 LIVROS MAIS NOTÁVEIS DO NTY A quebra da Bolsa de Nova York no apenas destruiu fortunas: redefiniu o seculo XX, espalhou panico, desemprego e uma Grande Depresso. Depois de reinventar a forma como as crises so escritas em Too Big to Fail e escrever o seriado Billions, o premiado jornalista americano Andrew Ross Sorkin recompe a crise de 1929 com preciso cinematografica.Apoiado em documentos ineditos como atas confidenciais do FED e um livro de um insider de Wall Street reconstroi, cena a cena, como viviam os protagonistas da crise e quais decises tomaram. Ha o banqueiro de fe inabalavel, o magnata extravagante, o executivo que cometeu suicidio, lideres caindo em desgraça e figuras como Winston Churchill perdendo todas as aplicaçes. No falta tambem o economista cetico que previu a desgraça e foi ignorado.Sorkin mostra que a historia de 1929 diz muito sobre a natureza humana: as pessoas esto sempre desesperadas a acreditar em algo e no importa quantos alertas sejam emitidos ou leis escritas, elas encontraro novas maneiras de acreditar que os tempos bons vo durar para sempre.

One of the most exciting new voices in crime fiction. Erin Kelly **Available to pre-order now**There are rules to first dates: dont talk about your ex, do ask lots of questions, always meet in a public place.Digby Coombe-Watson didnt think they applied to him. He had other worries: how to get rid of his great-grandfathers crumbling property, and whether his family would let him.So he ignored the rules, and invited someone in.Now hes dead. And he wont be the last.PRAISE FOR CHARLOTTE VASSELLSmart, twisty and full of wry humour.StylistA fresh, bitingly witty take on the whodunnit.RedA total joy to read. Harriet TyceWHAT READERS ARE SAYING These books hold every single thing a reader could want. Thriller? Check. Mystery that keeps you wondering? Plenty. Characters that you want to know and see some of your friends in? Sure.If you like mystery/thrillers which are just a bit different, are quirky and with plenty of good humour then check out Charlotte Vassels Caius Beauchamp series.I absolutely love Charlotte Vassells writing style, it completely meshes with what I want in a book, quirky, entertaining, a bit gossipy (quite a bit gossipy if Im being honest) and some characters that you really root for.

Sparks fly when bitter exes are forced to team up for an elaborate Feywild heist, in this cozy fantasy romance by the bestselling author of the Kingston Cycle and Even Though I Knew the End.Named one of the most anticipated romantasies of 2026 by Book RiotSaeldian has sworn never to fall in love. That oath isnt just a personal promise, but rather a magical pact, granting them powerful abilities. The only catch? They must never give their heart awaya deal that Saeldian is perfectly content with. Theyve seen firsthand how messy love can get.Saeldian prefers their no-strings-attached life as a con artist, pulling off heists and leaving a trail of broken hearts behind them. But when a grift goes horribly wrong, they catch the eye of a mysterious patron with a job offer they cant refuse.