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Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.See what animals get up to at night in this photographic non-fiction book. Which is your favourite?

A romantasy superfan finds herself lost in a real fantasy world and destined to save the kingdom. A loving romantasy satire standalone for fans of Legends and Lattes and Assistant to the Villain. ********** Eve Lockwood is almost thirty and deeply unimpressed with her life. She’s stuck in Hartford in a soul-sucking insurance job, surviving on boxed wine, romantasy novels, and catastrophically bad decisions. So when a fantasy retreat in Virginia offers escape from grief, burnout, and her hopeless crush on her coworker, Eve signs up.Naturally, she falls through a portal instead.Now Eve is stranded in Amaliraen, a magical world of monsters, prophecy, glittering courts, haunted forests, and alarmingly attractive winged people. Worse, everyone is convinced she’s the Vel Eressa, a legendary human savior destined to break a centuries-old curse. Eve isn’t sure she can save herself, let alone a kingdom – but with dangerous magic waking inside her and the creeping suspicion that the official story is total nonsense, she may have no choice. Perfect for fans of: enemies to loversforced proximityonly one bedtouch her and dieshadow daddy

A romantasy superfan finds herself lost in a real fantasy world and destined to save the kingdom. A loving romantasy satire standalone for fans of Legends and Lattes and Assistant to the Villain. ********** Eve Lockwood is almost thirty and deeply unimpressed with her life. She’s stuck in Hartford in a soul-sucking insurance job, surviving on boxed wine, romantasy novels, and catastrophically bad decisions. So when a fantasy retreat in Virginia offers escape from grief, burnout, and her hopeless crush on her coworker, Eve signs up.Naturally, she falls through a portal instead.Now Eve is stranded in Amaliraen, a magical world of monsters, prophecy, glittering courts, haunted forests, and alarmingly attractive winged people. Worse, everyone is convinced she’s the Vel Eressa, a legendary human savior destined to break a centuries-old curse. Eve isn’t sure she can save herself, let alone a kingdom – but with dangerous magic waking inside her and the creeping suspicion that the official story is total nonsense, she may have no choice. Perfect for fans of: enemies to loversforced proximityonly one bedtouch her and dieshadow daddy

Written by experts, inspired by practitioners, focused on challenges: an authentic introduction to management in an ever-changing world.Introduction to Management is a uniquely accessible and engaging companion to managing in the real world. Placing issues of digital, environmental, and social disruption at centre-stage, it guides students through the varied and complex reality of management with ease, encouraging them to develop their own critical view of this dynamic area. Key features· Each chapter is authored by an expert who is an active researcher in their field, providing insights into the disruptions and challenges faced by managers today, from those on the forefront of current thinking· The running case study integrated throughout the text helps students bridge the gap between theory and real life, with thinking questions prompting them to put theory into practice · Practitioner videos embedded in every chapter of the e-book offer an engaging and unique insight into the applications of theory in the workplace · Opening case studies in each chapter focus on organizations spanning the public, private, and non-profit sectors, demonstrating the relevance of management theory both within and beyond traditional business settings· A diverse and international range of real-world examples woven throughout the text offer a holistic view of management as a global phenomenon Digital formats and resources Introduction to Management is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by extensive online resources.The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access, with learning resources embedded and hyperlinked throughout to offer self-assessment activities and extra support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooksThe student resources, accessible via the e-book, include:- Practitioner videos in every chapter - Self-test questions - Answer guidance to the end-of-chapter questions - Critical thinking guided exercises for each chapter - Flashcard glossary The book's teaching resources, accessible online for adopting lecturers, include:- Additional case studies, to use in class- PowerPoint slides to accompany each chapter - A test bank of multiple-choice questions- Figures from the book, available to download

A Deadly Magical Tournament. A Dangerous Love Triangle. And A Secret That Could Destroy Them All.The deadly, seductive sequel to the magically mysterious Whispers Most Foul…--Return to the dark halls of Dunhollow Academy of Witchcraft . . .Though mistress of her newfound magic, Rose Thenlif along with her lover Sylvie are still in training and not free of the school’s clutches.Yet Dunhollow can still surprise.This year it will host the prestigious, once-in-a-decade Ashwood Tournament: a deadly contest between the empire’s top academies.Only elite students take part. Of course, Sylvie is chosen. But Rose too?The perilous trials thrust Rose into a twisted game of survival. And the tournament isn’t the only threat at Dunhollow. An insidious dark power stalks the halls – hunting contestants and using Rose as its cover.Short on allies and fearful of her own magic, Rose must survive the tournament and protect those she loves. But what if those closest to her are her true vulnerability?--Readers loved Whispers Most Foul:‘I wish I could give Whispers Most Foul 10 stars! This is one of the best books I’ve read this year’ ***** Reader Review‘This book has me second guessing my ability to solve mysteries!’ ***** Reader ReviewI was promised a gothic fantasy full of mystery, romance, magic and a dash of horror and it delivered! ***** Reader Review‘The dark academia aesthetic and narrative was so captivating and immersive – you can tell that Emma was writing what she knew, because she captured it perfectly!’ ***** Reader Review‘Atmospheric and full of gut-wrenching emotions’ ***** Reader Review‘The novel balances everything out, with each chapter alternating between its academic world and its supernatural elements’ ***** Reader Review

Welcome to Dunhollow Academy, where magic and status means the world, and death lurks in every corridor. . .‘An evocative fantasy imbued with mystery, ghosts, and an enemies-to-lovers sapphic romance. In compelling prose, its suspenseful gothic atmosphere is interwoven with magic to create the perfect spooky season read’ India Holton, bestselling author of the Dangerous Damsels series---Rose Thenlif has never felt at home in these elite halls.An outcast for her inability to cast spells, she keeps her head in books, away from the critical eye of her headmistress mother, and the sneers of her fellow scholars – especially the talented but insufferable Sylvie.But in the corridors of Dunhollow, something strange and threatening is stirring. Classmates are going missing and Rose discovers that she alone can see their ghosts. Are they dead, or enchanted? Or is something more sinister at work?Worse yet, Rose’s latest ghostly vision is Sylvie – who’s just as displeased as Rose is to find herself magically tied to her greatest academic rival. The reluctant pair must team up to uncover the deadly mystery that lies at the heart of the academy, before time runs out for Sylvie.But are either of them prepared to face the most haunting of secrets, one buried deep in both their hearts?Tropes/themes: - Enemies-to-lovers- Fish out of water- Forced proximity - Paranormal love----Readers are loving Whispers Most Foul ‘I wish I could give Whispers Most Foul 10 stars! This is one of the best books I’ve read this year’ ***** Reader Review ‘This book has me second guessing my ability to solve mysteries!’ ***** Reader ReviewI was promised a gothic fantasy full of mystery, romance, magic and a dash of horror and it delivered! ***** Reader Review‘The dark academia aesthetic and narrative was so captivating and immersive – you can tell that Emma was writing what she knew, because she captured it perfectly!’ ***** Reader Review‘Atmospheric and full of gut-wrenching emotions’ ***** Reader Review‘The novel balances everything out, with each chapter alternating between its academic world and its supernatural elements’ ***** Reader Review

A DARK AND DASTARDLY MAGICAL TOURNAMENT AWAITS YOU IN WHISPERS MOST DEADLY, THE SEQUEL TO THE MAGICALLY MYSTERIOUS WHISPERS MOST FOUL . . . --Rose would have left the dark halls of Dunhollow Academy forever – but she cannot leave Sylvie, her heart and soul, behind in the Academy’s rotten core. And after months honing her newfound magic, Rose is stronger now – ready for whatever the elites of Dunhollow can throw at her. Or so she thinks.She hasn’t bargained on the academy hosting The Ashwood Tournament, a prestigious, once-in-a-decade contest against rival magical academies. The prize is glory, but the stakes are deadly - only the most elite contestants stand a chance.No one is surprised when Sylvie is among the chosen.But then Rose’s name is selected too…--Readers are loving the Dunhollow Academy Series!‘I wish I could give Whispers Most Foul 10 stars! This is one of the best books I’ve read this year’ ***** Reader Review‘This book has me second guessing my ability to solve mysteries!’ ***** Reader ReviewI was promised a gothic fantasy full of mystery, romance, magic and a dash of horror and it delivered! ***** Reader Review‘The dark academia aesthetic and narrative was so captivating and immersive – you can tell that Emma was writing what she knew, because she captured it perfectly!’ ***** Reader Review‘Atmospheric and full of gut-wrenching emotions’ ***** Reader Review‘The novel balances everything out, with each chapter alternating between its academic world and its supernatural elements’ ***** Reader Review

A Deadly Magical Tournament. A Dangerous Love Triangle. And A Secret That Could Destroy Them All.The deadly, seductive sequel to the magically mysterious Whispers Most Foul…--Welcome back to Dunhollow Academy — where magic is power, love is peril, and secrets can kill.After months mastering her magic, Rose Thenlif returns to Dunhollow and to her lover, Sylvie, hoping they can soon leave its cursed halls behind. But this year, danger comes in the form of the Ashwood Tournament, a once-in-a-decade contest between the empire’s top academies, where the prize is glory and the cost is death.No one is shocked when Sylvie is chosen. No one expected Rose would be too.As deadly trials begin, Rose must navigate rivals, forbidden desire and a new darkness hunting the contestants, one that seems drawn to her. With magic she can’t fully trust and hearts she can’t protect, survival might mean betraying everything she loves.--Readers loved Whispers Most Foul:‘I wish I could give Whispers Most Foul 10 stars! This is one of the best books I’ve read this year’ ***** Reader Review‘This book has me second guessing my ability to solve mysteries!’ ***** Reader ReviewI was promised a gothic fantasy full of mystery, romance, magic and a dash of horror and it delivered! ***** Reader Review‘The dark academia aesthetic and narrative was so captivating and immersive – you can tell that Emma was writing what she knew, because she captured it perfectly!’ ***** Reader Review‘Atmospheric and full of gut-wrenching emotions’ ***** Reader Review‘The novel balances everything out, with each chapter alternating between its academic world and its supernatural elements’ ***** Reader Review

A SPELLBINDING MYSTERY. A FORBIDDEN ROMANCE. A SCHOOL WITH BLOOD ON ITS WALLS.A dark academia fantasy set in a haunted school for witches, where ghosts whisper secrets and enemies become lovers. Perfect for fans of Ninth House and sapphic slow-burn romance.‘I had to keep myself from devouring whole in one sitting’ 5 ⭐ Reader Review‘This is one of the best books I’ve read this year’ 5 ⭐ Reader Review‘The Worst Witch meets Fourth Wing and Ninth House. Absolutely loved it!’ 5 ⭐ Reader Review–Enter the dark halls of Dunhollow Academy of Witchcraft . . .Where Rose Thenlif is the only student unable to cast a spell. Much to her classmates’ sneering delight.And her headmistress mother’s disgust.But when those classmates begin to go missing, Rose is alone in seeing their ghostly apparitions . . .Her latest vision is just-vanished, top-of-the-class Sylvie. Yet insufferable Sylvie is as horrified as Rose to find that only together might they uncover the deadly secret at Dunhollow’s heart.It will take them to the edge of life and death. And somewhere more frightening – a place neither can hide their true feelings . . .

A SPELLBINDING MYSTERY. A FORBIDDEN ROMANCE. A SCHOOL WITH BLOOD ON ITS WALLS.A dark academia fantasy set in a haunted school for witches, where ghosts whisper secrets and enemies become lovers. Perfect for fans of Ninth House and sapphic slow-burn romance.‘I had to keep myself from devouring whole in one sitting’ 5 ⭐ Reader Review‘This is one of the best books I’ve read this year’ 5 ⭐ Reader Review‘The Worst Witch meets Fourth Wing and Ninth House. Absolutely loved it!’ 5 ⭐ Reader Review–Enter the dark halls of Dunhollow Academy of Witchcraft . . .Where Rose Thenlif is the only student unable to cast a spell. Much to her classmates’ sneering delight.And her headmistress mother’s disgust.But when those classmates begin to go missing, Rose is alone in seeing their ghostly apparitions . . .Her latest vision is just-vanished, top-of-the-class Sylvie. Yet insufferable Sylvie is as horrified as Rose to find that only together might they uncover the deadly secret at Dunhollow’s heart.It will take them to the edge of life and death. And somewhere more frightening – a place neither can hide their true feelings . . .

Brought to you by Penguin.ATTEND THE BIGGEST MAGICAL TOURNAMENT WITH WHISPERS MOST DEADLY, THE SEQUEL TO THE MAGICALLY MYSTERIOUS WHISPERS MOST FOUL . . .Welcome back to Dunhollow Academy - a magical university with secrets as deadly as its reputation . . .After months mastering her newfound magic, Rose Thenlif returns to the dark halls of Dunhollow and to her lover Sylvie, in hopes of soon leaving this rotten place behind them for good.But this year, danger looms larger than ever as Dunhollow hosts the Ashwood Tournament: a prestigious, once-in-a-decade contest between the empire's top academies. The prize is glory, but the stakes are fatal - only the most elite contestants stand a chance.No one is surprised when Sylvie is chosen to compete.But no one expected Rose would be too . . .Thrust into perilous trials, Rose finds herself caught in a deadly, twisted game of survival. But the tournament isn't the only threat at Dunhollow. Besides a smoulderingly handsome rival contestant seeking to charm both her and Sylvie, an insidious new power is stalking these halls - hunting down contestants and using Rose as its cover.With few allies and magic that might betray her, can Rose survive the tournament before her loved ones fall victim? Or will their wayward hearts prove the most dangerous competitors of all . . .(c) Emma MacDonald 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025

This dynamic Research Handbook explores key perspectives, topics and methodologies used to understand housing, the home and society. Pairing social theory with a broad range of case studies from the Global North and South, it offers a unique insight into the field.Bringing together an array of esteemed academics, this Research Handbook explores housing in its broadest sense, encapsulating generations of housing knowledge, policy interventions, experiences and representations of home, practices enacted within the home, and the intersection of housing and the home with economy and society. Chapters cover insightful topics from unique angles including crime and the home, ageing in place, econometric methods in housing research, the digitization of housing, and home and gentrification. Ultimately, this Research Handbook uses contemporary analyses to recommend future housing policy, advocating for a fairer market with greater building opportunities, fostering accepting communities and embracing digital technology.An invaluable resource for researchers, academics and students, this Research Handbook will benefit those specialising in sociology and social policy, political science, criminology, and economics. Offering practical policy recommendations, this book will also be of great interest for professionals working in governmental policy, interdisciplinary think tanks, and other national government organisations involved in social housing and urban planning.

This dynamic Research Handbook explores key perspectives, topics and methodologies used to understand housing, the home and society. Pairing social theory with a broad range of case studies from the Global North and South, it offers a unique insight into the field.

Bringing together an array of esteemed academics, this Research Handbook explores housing in its broadest sense, encapsulating generations of housing knowledge, policy interventions, experiences and representations of home, practices enacted within the home, and the intersection of housing and the home with economy and society. Chapters cover insightful topics from unique angles including crime and the home, ageing in place, econometric methods in housing research, the digitization of housing, and home and gentrification. Ultimately, this Research Handbook uses contemporary analyses to recommend future housing policy, advocating for a fairer market with greater building opportunities, fostering accepting communities and embracing digital technology.

An invaluable resource for researchers, academics and students, this Research Handbook will benefit those specialising in sociology and social policy, political science, criminology, and economics. Offering practical policy recommendations, this book will also be of great interest for professionals working in governmental policy, interdisciplinary think tanks, and other national government organisations involved in social housing and urban planning.

Everyone can enjoy the fruits of their labors with Artisan Preserving, the seminal book on canning, which provides a one-stop resource. Whether you have foraged hedgerows, picked produce from your own vegetable garden or allotment, or searched out the best seasonal buys in the supermarket or market, this book contains more than 100 delicious recipes for preserving fruit and vegetables, meat or fish. Emma Macdonald gives clear and comprehensive instructions for curing, drying, pickling, bottling/canning, crystalizing and jellying; as well as recipes for all kinds of jams, jellies, pickles, chutneys, relishes, cordials, fruit liqueurs, sauces, confits and terrines, fruit curds, cheeses and butters, and dried fruits and vegetables. Every classic is covered, including: gravlax, confit chicken, candied peel, quince cheese, elderflower cordial, mint jelly, onion marmalade, mango chutney, sloe gin, raspberry jam and piccalilli. There are many others, some of them centuries old, many of them with a modern twist, such as Banana and Date Chutney and Grapefruit and Elderflower Marmalade. Emma also includes expert tips on troubleshooting and information on all the equipment you will need. Pick up your cheesecloths and straining funnel and get preserving!

Everyone can enjoy the fruits of their labours with Artisan Preserving, the seminal book on canning, which provides a one-stop resource. Whether you have foraged hedgerows, picked produce from your own vegetable garden or allotment, or searched out the best seasonal buys in the supermarket or market, this book contains more than 100 delicious recipes for preserving fruit and vegetables, meat or fish. Emma Macdonald gives clear and comprehensive instructions for curing, drying, pickling, bottling/canning, crystalizing and jellying; as well as recipes for all kinds of jams, jellies, pickles, chutneys, relishes, cordials, fruit liqueurs, sauces, confits and terrines, fruit curds, cheeses and butters, and dried fruits and vegetables. Every classic is covered, including: gravlax, confit chicken, candied peel, quince cheese, elderflower cordial, mint jelly, onion marmalade, mango chutney, sloe gin, raspberry jam and piccalilli. There are many others, some of them centuries old, many of them with a modern twist, such as Banana and Date Chutney and Grapefruit and Elderflower Marmalade. Emma also includes expert tips on troubleshooting and information on all the equipment you will need. Pick up your cheesecloths and straining funnel and get preserving! • Home preserving is becoming increasingly popular (sales of jam funnels rose 60% last year in one of the premier kitchen shops) as people worry about food provenance and look to keep costs down• More than 100 mouth-watering recipes—from traditional favorites to those with a modern or international twist, along with variations and tips• Sumptuous color photography and beautiful design throughout• Written by the founder and owner of Bay Tree—the premier producer of preserves and pickles in the UK

Preserving food at home is vital to eating in a seasonal, sustainable, low-waste and, most importantly, utterly delicious way.Everyone can master the art of preserving with this essential book on canning, which provides a one-stop resource. Whether you have foraged hedgerows, picked produce from your own vegetable garden or allotment, or searched out the best seasonal buys in the supermarket or market, this book contains more than 100 delicious recipes for preserving fruit and vegetables, meat or fish.Emma Macdonald gives clear and comprehensive instructions for curing, drying, pickling, bottling/canning, crystalizing and jellying; as well as recipes for all kinds of jams, chutneys, cordials, fruit liqueurs, terrines, cheeses and butters. Every classic is covered, including: gravlax, confit chicken, candied peel, quince cheese, mint jelly, onion marmalade, mango chutney, sloe gin and piccalilli. There are many others, some of them centuries old, many of them with a modern twist, such as Banana and Date Chutney and Grapefruit and Elderflower Marmalade. Emma also includes expert tips on troubleshooting and information on all the equipment you will need. Pick up your cheesecloths and straining funnel and get preserving!