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Arvin Larn is terrified. On the battlefields of the far future, only an insane man wouldn't be. Seventeen years old and still new to the Imperial Guard, he is thrust straight into his first war, and must face horrors that his sheltered upbringing could never prepare him for. The trenches of the 41st millennium are filled with worse things than rats and trenchrot. For one, the world they fight for is being contested by the monstrous alien orks.

Ufthak Blackhawk and the green tide descend upon Hephaesto - an Adeptus Mechanicus forge world bristling with loot - only to find it already under siege by the notorious Freebooter Kaptin Badrukk. When his warboss, Da Biggest Big Mek, orders temporary co-operation, Ufthak seeks to make a name for himself by crushing some of the Imperium’s most advanced defenders and claiming the greatest prize.

The true strength of the Emperor's largest military force lies not in their artillery, trenches, and tanks, but in the courage of the ordinary men and women of the Astra Militarum. Against the countless foes of the Imperium, Guardsmen stand together. They fight to live and die not only for the glory of the God-Emperor, but for their fellow soldier.

Three years ago, Patricia Mullner's 17-year-old son Andrew vanished without a trace. No note. No body. Just a hole in her life that nothing, neither alcohol nor her husband Thomas's comfort, can fill. Once a devoted mother, Patricia now drifts through her days in a fog of grief and regret. But beneath the sorrow lies something darker. Because Patricia isn't just mourning her son, she's hiding something. Now, someone is watching. Someone who knows what Patricia did. Someone who's waited long enough.

David hates school, where he has been bullied, has reached no friends. Music is the only thing that keeps him going. Inspired by his hero, Karl Williams, he becomes vegan, wears eyeliner and writes song lyrics. But one night onstage Karl Williams accuses Muslims of homophobia and is cancelled. Conflicted by his feelings for his favourite artist and compelled by the conversations he has while playing Call of Duty, David becomes fascinated by the far right's narratives of masculinity.

On the twenty-fifth anniversary of Tania's death, five university friends reunite at a luxurious country hotel to commemorate the life of their dear friend. Always the outsider, Jeannie has thrown everything into making the weekend a success. With two kids and busy work schedules, Keren is looking forward to some time alone with husband, Adam. Facing a messy divorce and bankruptcy, a few nights away is just the escape Johnny needs. Saira has enough on her plate trying to co-parent with her ex-partner and would prefer to be as far away from the event as possible if she hadn't promised Keren.

'Wonderfully drawn characters you really root for . . . a delightfully uplifting story' – Mike Gayle, author of All the Lonely People When an elderly eccentric collector and a troubled teen become each other's only hope of getting their lives back on track, what can possibly go wrong? Alfred...

For her husband’s 40th birthday, Lily Leonard books a table at the exclusive restaurant of Hector Bolson-Woods renowned celebrity chef. It should be the perfect evening for Lily and Stig, but not even a perfect menu can heal the cracks in the marriage. So when Hector invites them to dine with him privately, Lily is thrilled. Surely this will please Stig? Hector is charming and attentive – everything Stig is not – and she finds herself drawn more and more drawn to the enigmatic Hector.

Jojo and the animals are at a loss. A centipede suggests they try reversing the situation and stop the magic from disappearing by retracing their steps along the exact same route. They almost succeed...

Something is very wrong in Nettown. The playgrounds are empty and there is no one in sight. Warned by the blazing red glow on his Orb, Professor Plano, Zed and Zee investigate. They find that Lord Myopic has created a massive game that every kid on the block keeps playing and playing…and...

The Wood Wide Web is a ghost town. No one goes out or talks to each other, and the children hide in their tree houses all day long. Professor Plano, Zed and Zee get there to find that Cybugs have infested the town. They text trash, send nasty notes and dislike everything in sight. Is Lord Myopic...

Professor Plano, Zed and Zee are on Lord Myopic's trail! They have arrived in Lord Myopic's dreamworld — a city where everything runs on machines. People talk to each other only on their devices, and the town is run by robots ... until the robots go on strike. Devices need a break too! The...

Lord Myopic is determined to cover Murktown in fog, and take control of its people. Only Professor Plano knows how to defeat him! He is on his way to pick up his Clear Vision potion when he ends up in the backyard of a certain pair of twins! Little does he know, this is the exact place he needs...

On their way to Rainbow's Edge to seek the help of the Ray Keepers, Professor Plano, Zed and Zee meet a flight of sickly, grey dragons. They're all caught up using their Bottle-Bottle screens that give off a strange, eerie glow. Lord Myopic must be up to no good again! The trio rush to find the...

Let's go on a journey through the backwoods. This time we meet a Mother Deer and her little fawn who has grown into a strong young buck. They wander through the forest in search of a pair of antlers that the deer lost. Will they be able to find the antlers before winter arrives and the animals...

This is a story that teaches us that it is not worth comparing yourself to others. The forest animals take part in an art competition and the beaver is determined to win the title of the 'Best Artist' at all costs. He goes round comparing his art creation to the ones done by the other forest...

This is the next adventure with our forest friends. Adult animals care for their young, but who will care for grandfather Fox? The red-haired old fox loses his way to the burrow he calls home. With the help of a young deer, he tries to find his relatives. Unfortunately… he doesn't remember...

We finally get to the last adventure with the forest animals. This time, we meet a snail and a spider who are connected by their common need for… breakfast. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and just like our parents would say, should never be skipped. In order to properly...

What can you do about your noisy neighbours? The Badger has been having sleepless nights due to the sounds made by the ants living nearby. How is he going to deal with this problem? Will talking to his tiny new neighbours help? Or will he have to move out of his beloved home?...

Let's go on an adventure that takes us on a hike deep into the forest. This time we meet a family of weasels who are looking for a babysitter for their two unruly children as they prepare supplies for the upcoming winter. Who will help this forest family in need? And will the shaggy bison turn...