"Listening to God in the Garden" is a great read. The writer compares our spiritual growth to that of growing a garden. The comparisons are similar to Jesus' parables as He used earthly stories to teach a spiritual lesson. This book is ideal for anyone wanting to grow in their spiritual life, whether on an individual basis or in a discipleship class.Macy SmallChristian Counselor

Nicole and her friends are living the dream. No dull, tedious retirement for them - instead the nine friends have clubbed together to purchase a magnificent (if crumbling) château in Normandy. And after three years of shared dinners, fine wine and gorgeous scenery, they have finally settled into a routine. True, not everything has gone to plan. They're one older resident down - and several younger residents up. Will and Fizz's new baby, Louis, fills the house with life, and when Nicole's daughter Maddie and her family arrive, they are welcomed into the fold. But money for the upkeep of the château soon runs low, so, the make-shift family decide to take in lodgers. The arrival of visitors brings a welcome new dynamic to their community, and one particular guest, the charming and intriguing artist Apolline Granger, draws them all in - with unexpected consequences. How long can they keep living la vie en rose?

The hilarious and feel-good novel about escaping the rat race, friendship and new beginnings When Nicola's husband, Dominic, retires they decide not to spend their days finding hobbies to fill the time until Countdown is on channel 4. Instead, they fulfil their life-long fantasy of buying a house in the French countryside and filling it with their dearest friends. Reliving their youth and spending their children's inheritance. Joined by seven of their friends they club together to invest in a chateau in Normandy. Group dinners, fine wine, beautiful scenery - they're living the dream! But la vie en rose is harder than it first appears. Is there a reason why only teenagers take gap years? The perfect Christmas read for fans of Jo Thomas, Cathy Bramley and Veronica Henry!

My Planet Earth Activity Book is bursting with fun and fact-filled activities about the natural world - from geysers and volcanoes to ecosystems and the weather. Work out which jigsaw piece completes the picture of the aurora, follow the river maze to the lake, count the number of stars in the sky and much more. Each challenge is accompanied by a fascinating fact, so children can learn while they puzzle. This book is a fun, gentle introduction to geography and the science of our incredible planet.

She Shoots, She Scores! tells the empowering story of how women's football has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. Written by acclaimed YA novelist Catriona Clarke and with a foreword by England captain Steph Houghton, it is sure to inspire the next generation of female football superstars.

Young football fans will discover how the early female players overcame prejudice to set up their own teams, and read the compelling stories of players who beat the odds to become famous around the world: including Scotland's Rose Reilly, Asisat Oshoala from Nigeria, and Afghanistan's Nadia Nadim.

The book is packed with facts and stats about the Women's World Cup and the Olympics, plus pocket profiles of the world's top players – from Marta to Megan Rapinoe – and record-breaking teams, including the US national women's team and Olympique Lyonnais. What's more, discover the key skills you'll need to become a great goalkeeper, a tough-tackling defender or the world's next superstar striker!

Discover the stories of 20 conservationists who are looking after our planet and its animals. Discover fascinating facts about 20 conservationists from around the world and the endangered animals and ecosystems they work so hard to protect. Bright and accessible illustrations make this book ideal for young children wanting to learn about incredible people who through their amazing conservation efforts have changed the world for the better. Positive, uplifting and packed full of information, this book will show children that no one is too small to make a difference. Conservationists featured: Dr Ruth Gates; Voahirana Randriamamonjy; Sheila Watt-Cloutier; Deni Purwandana; Leitah Mkhabela; Dr Biruté Galdikas; Gerald Durrell; Dr Cuauhtémoc Sáenz-Romero; Jacques Cousteau; Carter and Olivia Rees; Latika Nath; Les Stocker; Lily Venizelos; Dr Lü Zhi; Jeneria Lekilelei; Mikaila Ulmer; Tane Davis; Valerie Taylor; Mario Cipollone; Sir David Attenborough. ... with profiles of the world's most endangered animals and their ecosystems, including the orangutan, monarch butterfly, Antarctic blue whale, rhino, Indian tiger, coral reef, Komodo dragon, polar bear and sea turtle.

Perfect for fans of Allison Pearson, Dawn French and Sophie Kinsella. 'I was hooked from the start on this emotionally intelligent read' Daily Mail Isn't it about time we talked about YOU? Sandra has a naughty secret. Harriet has been ditched with her ailing mother-in-law one time too many. Tessa is desperate for distraction after her youngest flies the nest for uni. With the big 5-0 around the corner, isn't it about time they put themselves first? After Tessa responds to a late night Facebook message from an old flame, she finds herself impulsively waiting at the airport for a plane from New York. Will it reunite her with The One That Got Away, or land her in a heap of trouble? And is this the long-awaited moment Tessa and her friends grab their lives back and start living exactly as they choose? A sharp, irreverent and very funny novel for grown-ups. This is what you have been saying about Sarah Long: 'An emotional tale of love, friendship and taking control of your life' 'Intelligent, witty, thought-provoking . . . thoroughly recommended, especially if you're a woman of a certain age' 'Sure to make you giggle' 'A perfect, easy read' 'Funny and emotional . . . so true it's scary!'

Discover the stories of 20 conservationists who are looking after our planet and its animals. Discover fascinating facts about 20 conservationists from around the world and the endangered animals and ecosystems they work so hard to protect. Bright and accessible illustrations make this book ideal for young children wanting to learn about incredible people who through their amazing conservation efforts have changed the world for the better. Positive, uplifting and packed full of information, this book will show children that no one is too small to make a difference. Conservationists featured: Dr Ruth Gates; Voahirana Randriamamonjy; Sheila Watt-Cloutier; Deni Purwandana; Leitah Mkhabela; Dr Biruté Galdikas; Gerald Durrell; Dr Cuauhtémoc Sáenz-Romero; Jacques Cousteau; Carter and Olivia Rees; Latika Nath; Les Stocker; Lily Venizelos; Dr Lü Zhi; Jeneria Lekilelei; Mikaila Ulmer; Tane Davis; Valerie Taylor; Mario Cipollone; Sir David Attenborough. ... with profiles of the world's most endangered animals and their ecosystems, including the orangutan, monarch butterfly, Antarctic blue whale, rhino, Indian tiger, coral reef, Komodo dragon, polar bear and sea turtle.

"Listening to God in the Garden" is a great read. The writer compares our spiritual growth to that of growing a garden. The comparisons are similar to Jesus' parables as He used earthly stories to teach a spiritual lesson. This book is ideal for anyone wanting to grow in their spiritual life, whether on an individual basis or in a discipleship class.Macy SmallChristian Counselor