Work in the countryside ties you, soul and salary, to the land, but often those who labour in nature have the least control over what happens there. Starting with Rebecca Smith's own family history - foresters in Cumbria, miners in Derbyshire, millworkers in Nottinghamshire, builders of reservoirs and the Manchester Ship Canal - Rural is an exploration of our green and pleasant land, and the people whose labour has shaped it. Beautifully observed, these are the stories of professions and communities that often go overlooked. Smith shows the precarity for those whose lives are entangled in the natural landscape. And she traces how these rural working-class worlds have changed. As industry has transformed - mines closing, country estates shrinking, farmers struggling to make profit on a pint of milk, holiday lets increasing so relentlessly that local people can no longer live where they were born - we are led to question the legacy of the countryside in all our lives. This is a book for anyone who loves and longs for the countryside, whose family owes something to a bygone trade, or who is interested in the future of rural Britain.

A brilliant and heart-warming story about the power of imagination and the special bond between grandparent and grandchild. Come on an adventure to the beach, all without leaving your sitting room... From kite-flying and sandcastle building to splashing in the waves, everything's possible at OUR beach, the best place to be! Use your imagination and you can join in too! Celebrate the power of imagination and the closeness of the bond between grandparent and grandchild in this beautifully written and illustrated book by Rebecca Smith and Zoe Waring.

An empowering and powerful picture book, published in association with The Little Princess Trust. Inspired by a true story, SuperDaisy tells the tale of a little girl undergoing cancer treatment. Told in rhyme, Daisy lets her imagination run wild as she dresses up in fancy dress, coming to the rescue in different and exciting scenarios. In her superhero disguise, Daisy is able to shake off her worries about being unwell and embrace a freer world – and become the superhero that she really is. Gently and sympathetically told, this is an inspiring story perfect for young children encountering illness for the first time. Established in 2006, The Little Princess Trust has donated over 12,000 wigs to child cancer sufferers and raised over £15 million for child cancer research. The Little Princess Trust is the only charity like it operating in the UK. All profits from the sale of SuperDaisy go to The Little Princess Trust.

This book builds on the experiences of school leaders, early career teachers and their mentors and responds to the challenges that new teachers face as they move beyond initial teacher training. Practiced educators provide research-informed guidance in each chapter to scaffold new teachers' workplace learning when the learning curve is steepest. Support for new teachers is vitally important in enhancing teaching quality, promoting teacher wellbeing, and reducing staff burnout rates. Each chapter, co-authored by school-based and university-based teacher educators, contains rich illustrative examples and vignettes from lead practitioners in UK primary and secondary schools. The book is relevant across curriculum areas and phases of education so that all new teachers can ease their transition into teaching, build their confidence and lay foundations for their career-long professional growth. Speaking to new and recently qualified teachers as well as coordinators of professional learning in schools, this book is an essential resource for teacher CPD. "An excellent addition to the thinking educator's bookshelf." Dr David Waugh, Professor of Education, Durham University "The distinctive challenges facing Early Career Teachers are identified and addressed with a clear focus on developing the adaptive expertise which is the foundation and sustenance of success in this demanding profession." Professor Linda Clarke, Ulster University "This is a book that is sorely needed to support the flourishing of teachers during the demanding early stages of their careers." Ian Menter, Emeritus Professor of Teacher Education, University of Oxford, Former President of the British Educational Research Association (2013-15) "Mastering Teaching is a core, comprehensive, credible and cutting-edge introduction to early career teacher learning." Dr Beth Dickson, University of Glasgow Moira Hulme is Professor of Teacher Education at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. She has extensive experience as a teacher, teacher educator and educational researcher. Rebecca Smith is Headteacher of Sale Grammar School, Manchester, UK. She is an experienced leader who has worked across diverse settings to support teacher development to enable every child to fulfil their potential. Rachel O'Sullivan is Senior Lecturer in the School of Teacher Education, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. Rachel taught secondary P.E. and was a subject lead, pastoral lead and Assistant Head before moving to her current role.

An empowering and powerful picture book, published in association with The Little Princess Trust. Inspired by a true story, SuperDaisy tells the tale of a little girl undergoing cancer treatment. Told in rhyme, Daisy lets her imagination run wild as she dresses up in fancy dress, coming to the rescue in different and exciting scenarios. In her superhero disguise, Daisy is able to shake off her worries about being unwell and embrace a freer world - and become the superhero that she really is. Gently and sympathetically told, this is an inspiring story perfect for young children encountering illness for the first time. Established in 2006, The Little Princess Trust has donated over 12,000 wigs to child cancer sufferers and raised over GBP15 million for child cancer research. The Little Princess Trust is the only charity like it operating in the UK. All profits from the sale of SuperDaisy go to The Little Princess Trust.

"I haven't full on belly-laughed like this for a long time" The perfect antidote to a chaotic world, More Than Just Mum will have you crying with laughter Hannah Thompson loves her family beyond words... but sometimes she wishes they would recognise her as more than just 'mum'. Eldest son Dylan is soon to be flying the nest, sixteen-year-old Scarlet keeps asking about penalties for worryingly specific crimes, they've forgotten world book day and Benji absolutely will not be Where's Wally again, and it's at least two days before she and hubby Nick can sit down for Wine Wednesdays... and even longer until Fizzy Friday. Determined to find herself a job that she loves, earn a whole lot of money and to have her teenagers respect her as 'Hannah' as well as 'mum'; it might sound like a tall order, but she's a mum on a mission... A laugh-out-loud read of self-discovery, family chaos and love. Perfect for fans of Kristen Bailey, Sophie Ranald and Nick Spalding. The next book in this hilarious series Faking It is out now! What readers are saying about More Than Just Mum: 'Loved it!! The people are believable in such a way that they could be you or your neighbours. So many good things with this book!!' Reader review 'I absolutely adored this book! Hannah has got to be one of my top favourite fictional characters in the world... a book that makes you fall in love with reading all over again.' 'Funny, realistic and totally relatable, I raced through this book as I couldn't wait to see what would happen next!' Reader review 'I absolutely loved this funny, easy to read, feel good book... a book that left you with a smile and great feeling of well being.' Reader review 'This book was so funny and had me laughing so much that my dog was woken up and was not impressed.' Reader review 'A highly enjoyable read that had me laughing out load more often than not... hysterical, and Hannah's engaging voice will have you rooting for her until the very end.' Reader review

It is 1938, and sixteen-year-old Sarah Smith cannot wait to escape the ever-watchful eyes of her family. As the headstrong teenager heads home on a train for the holidays, she has no idea that a chance meeting on an Alabama platform with two handsome strangers will change her life forever.

Sarah is first introduced to Jasper Collins, but is then captivated by his friend, John Jacobs--much to the dismay of Jasper, the only one who knows that his friend secretly loathes women. Forced to walk away from Sarah, whom he loves immediately, Jasper enlists in the navy and is soon embroiled in the battles of World War II. Meanwhile, Sarah and John marry. Sarah quickly realizes she has made a mistake, but Southern orthodoxy forces her to live with a man who routinely betrays her trust--until his disloyalties finally push her to take matters into her own hands. As Sarah is left picking up the pieces of her life, Jasper is left to wonder if destiny has finally moved in his favor.

In this tale that spans generations, a woman embarks on a journey through the echoes of life, facing great challenges and wondering if she will ever find true love.

“I have never laughed out loud at a book so much in my life.� Reader review����� Meet Hannah Thompson: wife, mother, teacher and… secret erotica author? My Guilt List: 1. If we have a date night then I’m always asleep before it’s halfway through and honestly, if I had to choose, I’d rather have a hot bath and read my book than engage in any other nocturnal activity. 2. If we do actually have you-know-what then it’s not unheard of for my mind to wander… and I’m not talking about sexy things – I’m talking about what food there is in the fridge and when the car is due for its next service. 3. I am struggling to write about anything that could be classed as even a little bit sexually adventurous which is a problem when I’m supposed to be an erotica writer and I am speaking at Sex Con in exactly one month. With a book to publicise, Hannah has no choice but trade her M&S cardis for S&M parties, and become her writing alter-ego. What could possibly go wrong… What readers are saying about Faking It: “How funny was this book!?! I loved it!� “I have never laughed out loud at a book so much in my life. This book was hilarious!!� “An absolute delight; funny (so funny!) and utterly charming. It was such fun to read and I loved it!� “It's a fun, funny, insightful, unique look into the life of a middle-aged mom who says ‘I refuse to fade away’. I loved this book!� “This book was fabulous! As a married mother (and teacher) Hannah Thompson's character was so relatable and likeable. I laughed out loud and loved how real this book was.� “This book was absolutely hilarious and with what's going on in the world at the moment it's a much needed read� “All I can say is this book is HILARIOUS! There was not a single moment where I was not laughing or enjoying myself reading this.� “While the book has valuable things to say about the nature of marriage and motherhood, it really shines in its approach to sex (which is often discussed but tastefully depicted). The end result is heartwarming and affirming–a recognition that women have many responsibilities and being who they are is enough�

'Winning and beguiling ... Smith shares Jane Austen's clarity and gentle irony' Independent Jane Austen is one of the most beloved writers in the literary canon. Her novels changed the landscape of fiction for ever, and her books remain as fresh, entertaining and witty as the day they were first published. Bursting with useful exercises, beautiful illustrations and enlightening quotations from Austen's novels and letters, this book will teach you her tips, tricks and methods, including: * Her foolproof guide to plotting a novel * The best ways to introduce, establish and develop characters * Her secret for building suspense * How to write sparkling dialogue * Using irony, ekphrasis and other clever devices * How best to live the writer's life These techniques have been tried and tested by Rebecca Smith, who is none other than Jane Austen's five-times-great-niece. The author of five books, she teaches creative writing at the University of Southampton and has been Writer in Residence at Jane Austen's House Museum

Relive the excitement of the Star Wars Trilogy and learn while you have fun! This sticker book features action poses of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, C-3PO, R2-D2, Darth Vader and many, many more! Create your very own sticker galleries with heroes, villains, aliens, droids, spaceships and weapons, as well as great scenes from the movies.