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NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX SERIES THE AWARD-WINNING, CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED, MILLION-COPY-SELLING SCI-FI PHENOMENONImagine a universe patrolled by numberless and nameless predators. Imagine what might happen to any civilisation unwise enough to broadcast its location. This is Cixin Liu’s THREE-BODY PROBLEM TRILOGY. Weaving a complex web of stratagem, subterfuge, philosophy and physics across light years of space and 18.9 million years of time, this tale of humanity’s struggle to reach the stars is a visionary masterwork of unprecedented scale and momentum. Available now in one boxed set, including: 1 THE THREE-BODY PROBLEM 2 THE DARK FOREST 3 DEATH’S END‘Extraordinary’ NEW YORKER‘SF in the grand style’ GUARDIAN‘Your next favourite sci-fi novel’ WIRED‘Wildly imaginative... immense’ BARACK OBAMA‘War of the Worlds for the 21st century’ WALL STREET JOURNAL‘A breakthrough book’ GEORGE R.R. MARTIN‘The best kind of science fiction’ KIM STANLEY ROBINSON‘Concludes with sweep and scope and majesty’ DAVID BRIN‘Even what doesn’t happen is epic’ LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS

From deadly new villains to apocalyptic skies Batman s greatest challenges await in this definitive DC Finest collection! From the dark alleys of Gotham to the red skies of the Crisis on Infinite Earths, DC Finest: Batman: Red Skies presents some of the most compelling stories in the Dark Knight s history. This collection spans the debut of Black Mask, Hugo Strange s master plans, and Batman s high-stakes confrontations with Two-Face, Catwoman, and the False Face Society. Through it all, Batman must navigate the line between his personal losses and his unyielding commitment to justice. This collection showcases the depth and evolution of Batman s character during a pivotal era in his history. Brimming with action, mystery, and unforgettable storytelling, Red Skies is a cornerstone of the DC Finest series, celebrating the timeless appeal of the Dark Knight. DC Finest continues, a major publishing initiative presenting comprehensive collections of the most in-demand and celebrated periods in DC Comics history, spanning genres, characters, and eras! This volume collects stories from Secret Origins #6, Batman Annual #10, Batman #386-400, and Detective Comics #553-567.

The most comprehensive beekeeping resource ever published.This ultimate guide covers all the practical essentials and will teach you everything about caring for bees and safe hive management, with clear instructions and step-by-step illustrations. It also contains a wealth of information about the culinary, medicinal, cosmetic and domestic uses of honey, beeswax and pollen.So much more than just a practical handbook, this beautiful almanac is also a fascinating read, overflowing with charming bee trivia, fascinating folklore, an engaging history of beekeeping and much more besides. Discover bees in literature, learn how to craft beeswax candles, preserve fine wood with your own home-made furniture polish, or indulge your skin with lavender and beeswax hand cream. Enjoy over 100 glorious honey recipes for cakes and breads, sauces and marinades, drinks and even flavoured spirits!Fully illustrated with practical photography, stunning illustrations and unique etchings, this is an invaluable handbook as well as a beautiful addition to your coffee table, whether you're an active beekeeper with buzzing hives, or an armchair enthusiast who daydreams about harvesting your own honey.The plight of the honeybee has been widely reported, as numbers fall at an alarming rate. But its vital role in crop pollination and global agricultural means that the survival of the honeybee is essential; if it is to endure into the next century, we must take it seriously now. The Collins Beekeeper's Bible does just that, bestowing readers with all there is to know about bees, in the hope that it will help secure the future of this fascinating insect.CONTENTS INCLUDEo History of honey and beekeepingo Building a beehive & staying safeo Caring for your bees – pests & diseaseso Growing flowers for beeso Collecting your honeyo Household uses for honey and beeswaxo Homeopathic, medicinal and cosmetic uses for honey and polleno Home craftso Recipes for home-made food and drinks featuring honey

See the smash hit family movie – now own the book that features in the film!This spectacular limited edition collector’s item contains six stunning illustrated pop-up scenes that have been taken directly from the smash hit family movie and lovingly recreated for Paddington fans.Now you too can be transported, just like Paddington and Aunt Lucy, into a glorious paper-engineered world and visit iconic London sights including St. Pauls, Big Ben, Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament.A touching celebration of London, family and, ultimately, of belonging.

If you thought Sudoku was difficult, wait until you try Killer Sudoku! The next step up from normal Sudoku, the Killer puzzles use the same grid as Sudoku and require the reader to fill in the numbers 1 to 9 as before. But this time the numbers in the outlined boxes must also all add up to a specific number.Already hugely popular in the national press, the puzzles are a must for Sudoku fans. With five difficulty ratings, from 'very easy' to 'deadly', the 100 brand new Killer Sudoku puzzles in this book will provide a challenge to the most ardent Sudoku addict.

HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.Written by an anonymous poet between the 8th and 11th centuries, this Old English epic poem follows the story of Beowulf, courageous hero of the Geats in Scandinavia. The King of the Danes has found his hall and his people under attack by a monster known as Grendel, and Beowulf fearlessly offers to defend them. The fearsome warrior defeats Grendel with his bare hands, only to find that Grendel’s mother is hot on his heels. Beowulf defeats this second ferocious monster with the skill of his sword, and returns to Geatland, victorious.Fifty years pass, during which Beowulf has become King of the Geats, and his bravery is once more called to task. This time, Beowulf must defeat a clever and vicious dragon, but now in the hopes of defending his own people and land, or risk losing everything.One of the most important works of Anglo-Saxon literature, Beowulf is the thrilling tale of the eponymous hero in his battle against monsters and dragons and in pursuit of courage and valour.

‘Knowledge, advice, encouragement, and inspiration; this book helped turn my dream into reality.’ Alice Oseman, writer-illustrator of the bestselling Heartstopper seriesCelebrating its 22nd edition, this indispensable Children's Writers' & Artists' Yearbook provides everything you need to know to get your work noticed. With thousands of up-to-date contacts and inspiring articles from dozens of successful writers, illustrators and industry insiders, it is the ultimate resource on writing and publishing for children of all ages.Packed with insights and practical tips, it provides expert advice on:- submitting to agents and publishers- writing non-fiction and fiction across genres and formats- poetry, plays, broadcast media and illustration- self-publishing- copyright, finances and contracts- marketing, prizes and festivals- and much, much more ...New articles for 2026 include:Foreword by Ross Montgomery (winner of the Children's Book Award 2025)Publishing options for debut writers by Andy Darcy TheoGhostwriting by Sam BinnieChoosing your audience by Finn LongmanBeing a successful self-published author by Griselda HeppelWriting poems for children by Laura MuchaAuthor–agent contracts by Lydia SilverThe many hats of a literary agent by Christabel McKinleyPicture book: illustration by Siân RobertsPicture book: writing by Sital Gorasia Chapman Creating comic books by Jamie Smart‘Between the covers of this book is everything you need to know to get published.’ Julia Donaldson

A classic Cambridge Bible, the KJV Cameo Reference Edition combines legibility and elegance in a convenient format. Cambridge's Cameo Bibles date from the 1920s, and have been a familiar form of the Scriptures for generations of readers. This edition is bound in high quality dark green goatskin, edge-lined for suppleness and strength, and presented with three ribbon markers.

This book explores colour palettes in graphic design that surprise, engage, challenge and grab our attention. Colour is one of the essential elements of many branding designs. It can help give an identity personality and warmth, express emotion, communicate messages in an unconscious and subtle way and it can keep or navigate the viewer’s interest, drawing the eye and making elements stand out. This book explores colour palettes in graphic design that surprise, engage, challenge and grab our attention - the combinations that maybe shouldn’t work but just do. These are palettes that break the established rules and laws we have been taught about colour theory and remind us that colour can be fun as well as meaningful.

A chunky LIFT and FIND book featuring all your favourite Moomin characters.This sturdy Moomin board book includes full-page shaped gatefold flaps with peep-through die-cuts on each one for themost magical fun. Moomin and his family are going on holiday! Can you help them pack? Where are Snorkmaiden's pearls? Where is Moominpappa's fishing rod? Lift the flaps to find out!Perfect for little readers and Moomin fans, this range of appealing novelty books for the very young use Tove Jansson's original characters and artwork - for the most magical Moomin fun!

Flannery O'Connor's second and final novel, a dark and absorbing southern Gothic conflict between the sacred and the profane.The Violent Bear It Away was described on its publication as 'one of the most original and strange books of its decade' by the Spectator. It displays her astonishing gifts for satire with compassion and for pathos with humour.It tells the story of Francis Marion Tarwater, an orphan who lives 'backcountry' with his great uncle in Powderhead, Tennessee. Before the old man dies, he prophesies Tarwater's fate: 'the Lord will call him to be a prophet'.As in her other work, Flannery O'Connor unfolds a compelling tale of obsession and religious conflict in the Deep South.

Authentic examination papers for the IELTS test Inside IELTS 19 Academic with Answers with Audio with Resource Bank you'll find FOUR complete examination papers plus details of the different parts of the test and the scoring system, so you can familiarise yourself with the Academic test format and practise your exam technique. Download the audio for the Listening tests, example Speaking test videos, answer keys with extra explanations and sample Writing answers (instructions on inner front cover), or access your audio and video directly via QR codes in the book.

Step through The Devil s Doorway and into a haunting collection of DC Finest s most spine-tingling horror stories! Prepare to enter a world of shadows, mystery, and the supernatural in DC Finest: The Devil s Doorway. This collection features bone-chilling tales from House of Secrets, House of Mystery, The Witching Hour, The Phantom Stranger, and The Unexpected. Discover the eerie origins of Abel and his infamous House, witness Johnny Peril s harrowing encounters, and explore cursed artifacts, haunted mansions, and demonic forces that defy explanation. From the masterful storytelling of Len Wein, Neal Adams, Alex Toth, and Bernie Wrightson, these tales showcase DC s talent for weaving horror and suspense into unforgettable narratives. With tales that are as timeless as they are terrifying, The Devil s Doorway is an essential addition to the DC Finest library. DC Finest continues, a major publishing initiative presenting comprehensive collections of the most in-demand and celebrated periods in DC Comics history, spanning genres, characters, and eras! This volume collects stories from House of Secrets #81-85, House of Mystery #180-185, The Phantom Stranger #5, The Witching Hour #3-7, and The Unexpected #113-117.

Rediscover the charm of the World of Beatrix Potter with this enchanting colouring book filled with all your favourite characters. With beautiful pages to colour, this charming colouring book is the perfect gift for any Beatrix Potter fan.

Cherish every special moment in the first year of your child's life with the Peter Rabbit baby record book. Record every milestone of your baby's first year with this beautifully illustrated baby memory book. With space provided for photos, footprints and handprints, and a pocket at the back for important keepsakes, this is the perfect memory book to remember your little one's firsts. There are even sections to fill in before your baby arrives, so you don't miss a thing.The perfect gift for new parents, it is illustrated throughout with classic Beatrix Potter artwork, including favourite characters like Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddle-duck.

‘This book is an excellent place to start. I love it and hope your copy becomes as dog-eared with overuse as many of my old ones did.' David CohenThis bestselling Writers' & Artists' Yearbook contains a wealth of information on all aspects of writing and becoming a published author, plus a comprehensive directory of media contacts.Packed with practical tips, it includes expert advice from renowned authors and industry insiders on:- submitting to agents and publishers- writing non-fiction and fiction across different genres and formats- poetry, plays, broadcast media and illustration- marketing and self-publishing- legal and financial information- writing prizes and festivals.Revised and updated annually, the Yearbook includes thousands of industry contacts and over 80 articles from writers of all forms and genres, including award-winning novelists, poets and playwrights, scriptwriters for TV and audio, songwriters and comedians.If you want to find a literary or illustration agent or publisher, would like to self-publish or to crowdfund your creative idea then this Yearbook will help you.New articles for this year include:Foreword by Naomi AldermanAuthor–editor relationships by Željka MaroševicLiterary fiction by Rowan Hisayo BuchananShort story collections by Vanessa OnwuemeziNature writing by Sophie PavelleInclusivity in publishing by Aki SchilzYour debut novel by Jennie GodfreyGetting poetry published by Pascale PetitBeing a lyricist by Kathryn WilliamsScriptwriting by Robert TaylorComedy writing by Dave CohenCharacters for TV by Kira-Anne PelicanPlaywriting by Carmen MarcusLiterary agents by Eve WhiteWriter development initiative by Julia ForsterBookTok and social media promotion by Rosie Hewlett

The ideal companion to the hugely successful Gem Calorie Counter, this is a handy portable guide to carbohydates in everyday foods.Perfect for those following the Fast Diet (5:2 Diet), Dukan Diet, Atkins Diet or other weight-loss diets.Clearly laid out tables give details of net carbohydrates per portion (slice, biscuit, apple) making it quick and simple to use.Reducing carbohydrates and following a high protein diet has become a popular and effective way of losing weight and keeping those extra pounds off. The interest in the Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution is clear proof of this.The key to following a high-protein diet is to control your carbohydrate intake. Collins Gem Carb Counter is a guide to the net carb contents of everyday foods. It also gives calories, protein and fat.Information is given per portion to make it easy to use. High protein, carb-counting diets are often referred to as a man’s diet and this emphasis on portions rather than 100 g means that there is less working out involved.Boredom is often the downfall of the carb counter, so a section is included which gives suggestions for different meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.

A classic collection of 1,000 hymns and choruses.Redemption Songs contains 1,000 hymns and choruses on a wide range of themes. It has been a much-loved resource in thousands of churches in the last century and is still widely used around the world today.

With over 700,000 copies sold, Collins Gem Calorie Counter is the UK’s top-selling calorie counter. Perfect for those following the Fast Diet (5:2 Diet), Dukan Diet, Atkins Diet or other weight-loss diets.This improved edition takes in new areas: Kids’ food, Fast Food and Family Favourites.Controlling calorie intake is one of the most effective ways of dieting. The Gem Calorie Counter, by detailing information on thousands of foods and food products, provides the most comprehensive coverage for a book of this size.In addition to calorie content for each entry, details are also given of the amount of protein, carbohydrate, fat and dietary fibre, helping you to plan a balanced diet.Rather than the single alphabetical listing used in previous editions, the contents are now organised by types of food – for example Fish, Flour and Baking, Fruit and Vegetables and Jams. This makes it easier to find what you are looking for and to compare similar food and products. Gem Calorie Counter is the ideal companion for the weight-conscious shopper.

Do it yourself; think for yourself; be yourself. The iconic, free-spirited, rebellious and bestselling YA graphic novel series, Emily the Strange is a cult classic: perfect for fans of Wednesday and Heartstopper. In her second adventure, Emily accidentally duplicates herself! Chronicled in her quirky diary entries and trademark black and red artwork, events quickly turn sinister. Is each copy of Emily perfect, or is each one fundamentally…strange?

Do it yourself; think for yourself; be yourself. The iconic, free-spirited, rebellious and bestselling YA graphic novel series, Emily the Strange is a cult classic: perfect for fans of Wednesday and Heartstopper. In her third highly original and wildly improbable adventure, Emily travels back in time to the 18th Century (via her homemade Time Out machine) to learn the truth behind a class assignment. Naturally, mayhem ensues. Fans will welcome the return of key characters from the first novel (The Lost Days) and discover that Dark Times lives up to their darkest, strangest expectations.Told in Emily’s established diary format, it features her strong, unique first-person narrative along with a penchant for Top 13 lists. The books are illustrated with black-and-red art representing Emily’s own sketches, doodles and archival photographs.

Do it yourself; think for yourself; be yourself. The iconic, free-spirited, rebellious and bestselling YA graphic novel series, Emily the Strange is a cult classic: perfect for fans of Wednesday and Heartstopper. Emily the Strange is back for her fourth amazing and intriguing adventure.Her Strange To-do List includes:1. Lose (and regain) mind2. Reprogramme golem3. Locate secret book vault4. Commune with Dead Dark Aunts5. Rescue Cousin Jakey6. Redecorate souvenir kiosk7. Thwart Thought Thief8. Endure hero worship9. Grant ancestral enemy’s deepest wish10. Save cat-napped kitty11. Summon black rock12. Defeat Shady Uncles13. Guard family legacy & claim inheritance!Told in Emily’s established diary format, it features her strong, unique first-person narrative. The books are illustrated with black-and-red art representing Emily’s own sketches, doodles and archival photographs.

Get creative and practise your pen control with Bing in this great wipe-clean activity book!This book is packed with Bing-tastic activities that your toddler will enjoy again and again. It’s full of fun things to draw and do that will help toddlers improve their pen control and mark making. The Bing pen that comes with this busy book wipes clean from the pages for unlimited fun!

‘¡A Volar!’ is a new 5-level primary Spanish course from Collins, offering a fun and engaging approach to language learning.Developed to meet the requirements of primary school curriculums, ‘¡A Volar!’ introduces the Spanish language to children in a highly accessible format for beginners and young learners, with careful progression through the levels. Lively, colourful illustrations, fact boxes, games, and toe-tapping songs all help to communicate the learning objectives in a fun and active way.Level 1 follows the Foundation Level, building on the same core areas while also introducing new topics and vocabulary as the units progress. With many and varied opportunities for the teachers to engage the students in active learning, the pupil book also introduces the students to some basic reading, writing and speaking activities.All pupil books include specially-commissioned songs and audio for listening and speaking exercises and pronunciation of vocabulary. The audio elements will expose students to new material, helping them learn actively and absorb Spanish naturally.As well as covering the key vocabulary outlined in the syllabuses, the addition of cultural spreads at key points throughout the course give ample opportunity for the teacher to explore cultural connections and differences between their own culture and their neighbouring countries, ranging from cultural traditions to the more specific comparisons of music, food, dance, festivals, and environments.Audio is available to download from collins.co.uk/pages/international-caribbean-resources.

‘¡A Volar!’ is a new 5-level primary Spanish course from Collins, offering a fun and engaging approach to language learning.Developed to meet the requirements of primary school curriculums, ‘¡A Volar!’ introduces the Spanish language to children in a highly accessible format for beginners and young learners, with careful progression through the levels. Lively, colourful illustrations, fact boxes, games, and toe-tapping songs all help to communicate the learning objectives in a fun and active way.Level 4 builds on the core areas of previous levels while also introducing new topics and vocabulary as the units progress. With many and varied opportunities for the teachers to engage the students in active learning, it also includes reading, writing and speaking activities.All pupil books include specially-commissioned songs and audio for listening and speaking exercises and pronunciation of vocabulary. The audio elements will expose students to new material, helping them learn actively and absorb Spanish naturally.As well as covering the key vocabulary outlined in the syllabuses, the addition of cultural spreads at key points throughout the course give ample opportunity for the teacher to explore cultural connections and differences between their own culture and their neighbouring countries, ranging from cultural traditions to the more specific comparisons of music, food, dance, festivals, and environments.Levels 3 and 4 also include a grammar section offering easy reference for students.Audio is available to download from collins.co.uk/pages/international-caribbean-resources.

This beautifully illustrated anthology is an indispensable collection of extracts from well-loved children’s books, featuring fiction from Berlie Doherty, Michael Morpurgo and Kenneth Grahame as well as quality non-fiction. You can use the texts as a springboard for your own teaching or with Teacher’s Guide 4 for a complete English programme.Treasure House Anthology 4 will inspire a love of reading.• Classic texts showcase our rich and varied literary heritage.• Fiction from leading contemporary authors captures the imagination.• A wide variety of poetry promotes wonder and joy.• High quality non-fiction engages and informs curious young minds.Use with Treasure House Teacher’s Guide 4 and Pupil Books for an integrated approach to teaching English.

Collins Integrated Science for the Caribbean is an activity-led course set in contexts relevant to the Caribbean. Suitable for lower secondary students in all parts of the Caribbean, this course has been specially developed to help students develop the skills they need for success in Science.Collins Integrated Science for the Caribbean is an activity-led course set in contexts relevant to the Caribbean. Suitable for lower secondary students in all parts of the Caribbean, this course has been specially developed to help students develop the skills they need for success in Science.• Developed and written specifically for the Caribbean and with full coverage of the latest Trinidad and Tobago syllabus• Student’s books for each Form (Form 2, Form 2 and Form 3)• Accompanying workbooks for each level provide opportunities for written activities and help students consolidate learning