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AVAILABLE NOW: The Four-Way Path, a guide to how Indian spirituality holds the key to a life of happiness and purpose - the new book from the bestselling authors of Ikigai.

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Find purpose, meaning and joy in your work and life

We all have an ikigai. It''s the Japanese word for ''a reason to live'' or ''a reason to jump out of bed in the morning''. The place where your needs, ambitions, skills and satisfaction meet. A place of balance.

This book will help you unlock what your ikigai is and equip you to change your life. There is a passion inside you - a unique talent that gives you purpose and makes you the perfect candidate for something. All you have to do is discover and live it.

Do that, and you can make every single day of your life joyful and meaningful.

''A refreshingly simple recipe for happiness'' Stylist

''Ikigai gently unlocks simple secrets we can all use to live long, meaningful, happy lives'' Neil Pasricha, bestselling author of The Happiness Equation Lire la suite Fermer

''Beautiful . . . Iyer masterfully and lyrically shows us how we may need to find a new home - one far more solemn, communal and silent than our present one - in order to return properly to ourselves'' Alain de Botton

''I trust that reading this book may help many to lead lives of greater compassion and deeper peace of mind'' His Holiness the Dalai Lama

''One of the most soulful and perceptive writers of our time'' Maria Popova

''An exquisite call to silence and the myriad connections it kindles'' Katherine May

From the bestselling author of The Art of Stillness, a revelatory exploration of the abiding clarity and calm to be found in quiet retreat

Over the past three decades, Pico Iyer has made more than a hundred journeys to a small hermitage high above the sea in Big Sur, California. He''s not a Christian, nor a member of any religious group, and yet his life has been transformed by these periods of time spent in silence.

In Learning from Silence, Iyer travels deep into inner stillness and joy in his many seasons at the monastery, even as his life is going through constant change: houses burn, a parent dies, a daughter is diagnosed with cancer. He shares the revelations he experiences, alongside wisdom from other non-monastics who have learned from adversity and inwardness. Most profoundly, he shows how solitude can be a training in community and companionship.

In so doing, he offers a unique outsider''s view of monastic life - and of a group of selfless souls who have dedicated their days to ensuring there''s a space for quiet and recollection that''s open to us all.

Radiant, intimate and gripping, Learning from Silence offers ageless counsel about the power of silence and what it can teach us about how to live, how to love and, ultimately, how to die. Lire la suite Fermer

Rachel Smythe is the creator of the Eisner-nominated Lore Olympus, published via Webtoon.>

Salem Salazar is the black sheep of her wealthy family. Plagued by scandal, she enrols at the elite Mortimer University to find out what happened to her perfect, missing older sister Olivia. There, she soon discovers Olivia is only one of many girls who have disappeared at Mortimer, and vows to uncover the dark forces responsible. Even if it means using herself as bait.

And Cazimir van der Waal has caught her scent. Caz may look as though he was carved by the Gods, but he also has a dark past, a hidden agenda, and a ravenous appetite for a beautiful, golden-eyed girl. But whilst Caz is obsessed with Salem, he is far from the most dangerous thing at Mortimer.

As Salem and Caz''s investigations intertwine, their undeniable chemistry ignites a passionate bond. Can they uncover the truth before it consumes them both? Lire la suite Fermer

Rivers Solomon is the author of An Unkindness of Ghosts, winner of the CLMP Firecracker Award for best independently published novel, and The Deep, a novella written in collaboration with Daveed Diggs and the rap group clipping., which was the winner of the 2020 Lambda Award and a finalist for the Hugo, Nebula, Locus and Goodreads Choice literary awards. Faer writing has been featured in Black Warrior Review, The New York Times, Guernica, Best American Short Stories and elsewhere. Originally from Turtle Island, fae currently lives in London with faer family.>

In a den of vipers, revenge is the deadliest venom.

They shattered my world; now, I''ll bring down theirs.

The problem? I have virtually no way to trace the puppet master.

My only lead: The Vipers.

An elite college hockey team that rules the ice-and the shadows beyond it.

To infiltrate their secret society, I set my sights on their weakest link.

Kane Davenport.

The charismatic captain and the lone green flag in a nest of serpents.

But too late, I realize I''ve enticed the most venomous snake.

Kane''s friendly facade hides a predator more dangerous than I imagined.

He quickly unveils the monster lurking beneath the surface.

A monster who lured me in only to trap me in a lethal game with no escape.

Rachel Smythe is the creator of the Eisner-nominated Lore Olympus, published via Webtoon.>

Toya Wolfe grew up in the Robert Taylor Homes on Chicago''s South Side. She earned an MFA in Creative Writing at Columbia College Chicago. Her writing has appeared in African Voices, Chicago Journal, Chicago Reader, Hairtrigger 27, and Warpland: a journal of Black Ideas. She is the recipient of the Zora Neale Hurston-Bessie Head Fiction Award, the Union League Civic & Arts Foundation Short Story Competition, and the Betty Shifflet/John Schultz Short Story Award. Last Summer on State Street is her debut novel.>

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From the acclaimed therapist, Tik Toker and author of the neurodivergent-friendly book How to Keep House While Drowning comes a groundbreaking exploration of relationships for all.

IS LOVE CONDITIONAL? HOW DO YOU NAVIGATE A RELATIONSHIP WHEN SOMEONE''S BEST EFFORTS ARE CAUSING YOU PAIN? SHOULD YOU STAY OR LEAVE?

In Who Deserves Your Love, licensed therapist and TikTok sensation KC Davis tackles these tough questions with warmth and insight. This practical guide explores how vulnerability and trauma shape our connections, offering tools to help you discern who truly deserves your time. With radical honesty and a compassionate touch, KC explores how:

-Conflict can be a form of intimacy
-Small moments strengthen relationships
-Coping strategies around vulnerability foster stronger bonds
-Emotional regulation and boundaries are essential
-A relationship decision tree can empower your choices

Packed with lists and diagrams to guide you through the complexities of love and relationships, this book is the clear and concise guide you need to find love and be loved - exactly as you are. Lire la suite Fermer

WINNER OF THE #MERKY BOOKS 2022 NEW WRITER''S PRIZE It''s summer and a young man walks through the gates of a luxurious mansion in the south of France. At the dinner table, the Blakes are waiting for him: Annie, the family matriarch and world-famous singer, her inscrutable husband David and their children, Dot, aloof and rebellious, Lily, the man''s carefree university friend, and their enigmatic older brother Felix.Between sun-drenched days spent lounging by the pool and nights blurring into endless, opulent parties far from the reality of life in London, a restless attraction grows between Felix and the man. The possibility to be part of a family - and an entire world - in which he doesn''t belong is suddenly within reach.But the idyllic haze of the summer slowly fades as they return to the city. While the man struggles with his troubled past and the challenges of navigating Felix''s world as a black, working-class person, Felix is tormented by demons of his own. As their lives spiral out of control, the couple''s bond will not only be tested but pulled apart at the seams, altering their lives and the future of those around them.Sunstruck is a dazzling and poignant exploration of race, status and the parts of ourselves we risk losing when we fall in love. Lire la suite Fermer

___________________________________ 'A singular achievement.' Michael Donkor, Guardian 'Heartbreaking, important and original.' Christie Watson, author of THE LANGUAGE OF KINDNESS 'Derek Owusu's writing is honest, moving, delicate, but tough. Once you lock on to his words, it is hard to break eye contact. A beautiful meditation on childhood, coming of age, the now, and the media. This work is heartfelt.' Benjamin Zephaniah 'Honest and beautiful.' Guy Gunaratne, author of IN OUR MAD AND FURIOUS CITY 'When writing is this honest, it soars. What an incredible use of language and truth.' Yrsa Daley-Ward ___________________________________ Anansi, your four gifts raised to nyame granted you no power over the stories I tell...

This is the story of K.

K is sent into care before a year marks his birth. He grows up in fields and woods, and he is happy, he thinks. When K is eleven, the city reclaims him. He returns to an unknown mother and a part-time father, trading the fields for flats and a community that is alien to him. Slowly, he finds friends. Eventually, he finds love. He learns how to navigate the city. But as he grows, he begins to realise that he needs more than the city can provide. He is a man made of pieces. Pieces that are slowly breaking apart That Reminds Me is the story of one young man, from birth to adulthood, told in fragments of memory. It explores questions of identity, belonging, addiction, sexuality, violence, family and religion. It is a deeply moving and completely original work of literature from one of the brightest British writers of today. Lire la suite Fermer

Can in-game friendship level-up to something more in real life? The second volume of the award-winning manga that inspired the anime My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999.After college student Akane was dumped by her boyfriend, she met Yamada, a handsome high school boy and pro gamer, while playing an online RPG. In-game, he brushed her off, but in the real world, Yamada helped Akane escape an embarrassing encounter with her ex.When Akane''s guild master invites her to an in-person meet-up with other members of their guild - including Yamada - she eagerly accepts. But things get tense when she meets Runa, a player who didn''t want to include Akane - or any new members - in their guild activities.Meanwhile, Akane''s feelings for Yamada continue to grow but she''s conflicted about her emotions. Could Yamada like her too?Volume 2 includes Chapters 10-19. Lire la suite Fermer

Most fairytales end with a wedding and a happily-ever-after - but this is no fairytale. The first volume of Suji Kim''s hit webnovel, now available in English print for the first time.

Lady Maximilian is the daughter of the powerful Duke Croyso, but she is rarely allowed outside her family''s sprawling castle for fear her stutter will tarnish their noble name. When she is forced to marry Sir Riftan, a low-born knight caught in one of her father''s schemes, Maxi doesn''t dare hope for happiness, let alone love. Her stumbling communication and his gruff manner sour their relationship before it can begin, and Riftan leaves without a word the morning after their vows are exchanged.

Now, three years after their disastrous wedding night, Riftan has returned a war hero. To Maxi''s surprise, despite rumours that he was offered marriage to Princess Agnes, a beautiful and renowned sorceress, Riftan still wants Maxi for his wife. And when he comes to claim her, that longing becomes a desire that bewilders Maxi, even as she is overcome by the scorching heat Riftan''s presence ignites within her. As she learns to navigate the intricacies of her new life, Maxi will find herself and her courage, and discover that she is anything but powerless. Lire la suite Fermer

Nik has lots of questions about his late father but knows better than to ask his mother, Avani. It''s their unspoken rule.

When his grandfather dies, Nik now has the opportunity to learn about the man he never met. Armed with a key and new knowledge about his parents'' past, Nik sets out to unlock the secrets that his mother has been holding onto his whole life.

As the carefully crafted portrait Avani has painted for her son begins to crack, and painful truths emerge, can the two of them find their way back to each other?

The Things That We Lost is a beautifully tender exploration of family, loss and the lengths we go to, to protect the ones we love. Lire la suite Fermer

From the global bestselling author of The Power of Habit

''This is not just a riveting read about how to understand others better. It''s also a revealing look at how to be understood.'' -ADAM GRANT #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Hidden Potential
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Who and what are supercommunicators? They''re the people who can steer a conversation to a successful conclusion. They are able to talk about difficult topics without giving offence. They know how to make others feel at ease and share what they think. They''re brilliant facilitators and decision-guiders. How do they do it?

In this groundbreaking new book, Charles Duhigg unravels the secrets of the supercommunicators to reveal the art - and the science - of successful communication. He unpicks the different types of everyday conversation and pinpoints why some go smoothly while others swiftly fall apart. He reveals the conversational questions and gambits that bring people together. And he shows how even the most tricky of encounters can be turned around. In the process, he shows why a CIA operative was able to win over a reluctant spy, how a member of a jury got his fellow jurors to view an open-and-shut case differently, and what a doctor found they needed to do to engage with a vaccine sceptic.

Above all, he reveals the techniques we can all master to successfully connect with others, however tricky the circumstances. Packed with fascinating case studies and drawing on cutting-edge research, this book will change the way you think about what you say, and how you say it.
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''Charles Duhigg goes through a mountain of research - and some riveting stories - and unearths practical tactics to show that anyone can become a more effective listener, speaker, and even social media poster.'' - DAVID EPSTEIN, bestselling author of Range Lire la suite Fermer

''For anyone who wants to make decisions with confidence and clarity, reclaim their mental space, and design a life that truly matters'' - Charles Duhigg, author of bestsellers Supercommunicators and The Power of Habit

''A profound yet incredibly practical guide to what is arguably the most important single thing we do, as finite humans in search of meaningful lives: making decisions.'' - Oliver Burkeman, bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals

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From the acclaimed author and podcaster of Power Hour comes an actionable guide to making better, more intentional everyday decisions to lead us to the life that we want.

It''s estimated that the average person now makes around 35,000 decisions each day. We''re living in the age of abundance, with more choices than ever before. From everyday mundane choices to big life decisions, the more options we have, the more overwhelmed we become.

In Decisions That Matter, Adrienne Adhami - podcaster, business advisor and keynote speaker to industry-leading companies such as Microsoft, Spotify and Range Rover - provides the tools and insights you need to navigate these choices with confidence. Adrienne offers strategies and frameworks to help you make intentional decisions in a world full of distractions.

Packed with real-life examples and actionable steps, Decisions That Matter will help you:
Overcome procrastination: build the confidence to make effective decisions.Combat decision fatigue: reclaim your time and mental energy by simplifying the decision-making process.Take control of your life: create a life that aligns with your values and goals.Motivating and infused with Adrienne''s infectious energy, Decisions That Matter is a manual that empowers you to break free from indecision and make choices with clarity and conviction.

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''Adrienne writes with the kind of vulnerability that makes every chapter feel like a chat with a wise, no-nonsense friend. Reading this book is definitely a decision that matters!'' - Candice Braithwaite, bestselling author of Sista, Sister, Manifesto and I Am Not Your Baby Mother


''In the age of countless options, the ability to make thoughtful decisions has never been more essential - or more difficult. Adrienne Adhami''s Decisions That Matter is an insightful guide we need right now.'' - Mo Gawdat, bestselling author of Solve for Happy, The Little Voice in Your Head and Unstressable

''A brilliant, practical guide to overcoming the decision paralysis that plagues our lives. Decisions That Matter is packed full of empathy, wisdom and the best kind of actionable solutions. In a world of endless choices, definitely choose Adrienne.'' - Viv Groskop, bestselling author of How to Own the Room Lire la suite Fermer

From the bestselling author of This Is Your Brain on Music and The Organized Mind, a surprising and inspiring exploration of the healing power of music.

''As knowledgeable a guide to neuroscience as one might hope for.'' New York Times Book Review

We are only just beginning to appreciate the healing power of music. In recent years, a wave of scientific research has upended everything we once knew about its effects on our brains: not only in reducing stress, but also in enhancing cognitive function, slowing the spread of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson''s and Alzheimer''s, even strengthening our immune systems.

Here, a neuroscientist and celebrated musician introduces a bold new paradigm for medical treatment, rooted in the unexpected influence of music on our minds and bodies. From explaining how ''rhythmic auditory stimulation'' can fight multiple sclerosis, to examining why Tracy Chapman''s songs might just help cure PTSD, Professor Daniel Levitin offers surprising insights into the new science of music as medicine.

Along the way, he explores how each of us can use music to calm our thoughts, repair our memories and heal our deepest psychological wounds. The result is both a surprising tour through the science of music, and a joyful celebration of humanity''s oldest obsession.

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''Music as Medicine showcases Daniel J. Levitin''s expertise in all genres of music as well as experimental neuroscience. No one else in the universe could have written this book.'' Neil deGrasse Tyson

''For many years I have wondered why a bunch of frequencies organised into a piece of music has the ability, even without words, to make the listener cry and become emotional. Although I know this happens to me and many people, I have often wondered how this can be. Dr Levitin, in this latest book, Music as Medicine, has some fascinating insights into this great phenomenon.'' Paul McCartney

''Daniel J. Levitin is a visionary neuroscientist, an extraordinary musician, a brilliant writer - and this is his best book yet. Music as Medicine is inspiring and illuminating, as deep as it is delightful.'' Daniel Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness Lire la suite Fermer

Two lives, generations apart, set to collide with life-changing consequences...

Uganda, the late 1960s. Hasan, the son of an Indian immigrant, runs a successful business in Kampala together with his extended family. But Hasan is heartbroken as he struggles to cope with the untimely death of his wife. With anti-immigrant sentiment on the rise, growing racial divides threaten to uproot everything he and his family have worked so hard to build.

London, present day. Sameer is a Cambridge graduate and high-flying lawyer, on track for a life-changing promotion. But, despite his success, Sameer feels lost. The life he's longed for is only making him miserable. After a tragedy calls him back to the family home in Leicester, Sameer finds himself caught between a future he's always believed he wanted, and a past he struggles to fit back into.

Moving between two continents over a troubled century, We Are All Birds of Uganda is a multi-layered, moving and immensely resonant novel of generational love, loss and what it means to find home. It is the first work of fiction by Hafsa Zayyan, co-winner of the inaugural #Merky Books New Writers' Prize, and the most exciting young novelists of today. Lire la suite Fermer

The Instant New York Times Bestseller



'The master of productivity.' Steven Bartlett, creator of Diary of a CEO



'The book we've all been waiting for.' Dr Julie Smith, author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?



'Will guide you to accomplish more than you ever dreamed of.' Jay Shetty, author of Think Like a Monk and 8 Rules of Love



The secret to productivity isn't discipline. It's joy.



We think that productivity is all about hard work. That the road to success is lined with endless frustration and toil. But what if there's another way?



Dr Ali Abdaal - the world's most-followed productivity expert - has uncovered an easier, happier path to success. Drawing on decades of psychological research, he has found that the secret to productivity and success isn't grind - it's feeling good. If you can make your work feel good, then productivity takes care of itself.



In this revolutionary book, Ali reveals how the science of feel-good productivity can transform your life. He introduces the three hidden 'energisers' that underpin enjoyable productivity, the three 'blockers' we must overcome to beat procrastination, and the three 'sustainers' that prevent burnout and help us achieve lasting fulfilment. He recounts the inspiring stories of founders, Olympians, and Nobel-winning scientists who embody the principles of Feel-Good Productivity. And he introduces the simple, actionable changes that you can use to achieve more and live better, starting today.



Armed with Ali's insights, you won't just accomplish more. You'll feel happier and more fulfilled along the way.



'A much-needed antidote to hustle culture' Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck



'An eye-opening and important new book' Cal Newport, author of Deep Work and Digital Minimalism Lire la suite Fermer

Friendships are some of the longest-standing and most important relationships in our lives - they help us feel seen, nourished, and cared for. As a clinical psychologist with over twenty years of experience, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford knows the power of community and the positive impact it has on our health and wellbeing.

Drawing on Dr. Joy''s expertise in facilitating group therapy, Sisterhood Heals puts our unique connection with other women at the centre, to help us build and sustain mutually supportive friendships. From how we can better hold space for our friends, to dealing with common arguments, setting firmer boundaries, and navigating the pain of a friend breakup, this book will teach you to create a more fulfilling and connected life for yourself and those around you. Lire la suite Fermer

** Get closer the people who matter the most with the help of the nation''s favourite therapist, PHILIPPA PERRY **

''Brilliant ... Very few self-help books are this wise'' THE TIMES, Best Books of the Year

''Life bible incoming: Philippa Perry''s sage (and witty) advice will have you re-evaluating all the relationships in your life'' STYLIST

''I LOVE Philippa Perry and think she''s wise and brilliant''
BELLA MACKIE

''Philippa Perry is one of the wisest, most sane and secure people I''ve ever met''
Decca Aitkenhead, SUNDAY TIMES

''Philippa Perry is a superwoman''
CHRIS EVANS

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Life is all about relationships and the quality of those connections, whether that''s with family, partners, friends, colleagues or most importantly yourself. If you can get those relationships on a functional and even keel, then the other tricky stuff that life throws your way becomes easier to manage.

In this warm, practical and witty book, No.1 Sunday Times bestselling psychotherapist Philippa Perry shows you how to approach life''s big problems.

How do you find and keep love? What can you do to manage conflict better? How can you get unstuck and cope with change and loss? What does it mean to you to be content? Are other people just annoying or are you the problem?

With a healthy dose of sanity, Philippa Perry''s compassionate advice could help you become a happier, wiser person.

Includes some material adapted from the Ask Philippa columns in Observer Magazine.


Sunday Times bestseller, October 2023 Lire la suite Fermer

'Transformative' Eddie Howe, manager of Newcastle FC

'Extraordinary' Kevin Sinfield, author of The Extra Mile

'Inspiring' Roxie Nafousi, author of Manifest

'Indispensable' Dan Carter, former All Blacks player



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How did the world's most remarkable people get that way?



This is a book about how the highest-performing people changed their lives - and how you can change yours.



Drawing on interviews with record-setting athletes, Olympic coaches and billionaire founders, Jake Humphrey and Professor Damian Hughes introduce the five simple steps that take you from where you are to where you want to be. And they introduce the cutting-edge research that explains why these surprisingly simple tools are so effective.



It is never too late to change. This book shows you how.



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'If your goal is not only to achieve more, but also to live a happier, more rewarding existence as you do, then this book is for you' Rangan Chatterjee, creator of Feel Better, Live More



Drawing on interviews with . . . Ben Francis | Tyson Fury | Pippa Grange | Bear Grylls | Jordan Henderson | Gary Lineker | Matthew McConaughey | Ian McGeechan | Vicky Pattison | Adam Peaty | Mel Robbins | Alex Scott | AJ Tracey | Josh Warrington | Joe Wicks | Toto Wolff and many more . . . Lire la suite Fermer