Collection: Adult

In this thrilling espionage fiction debut, an American journalist in Ghana is pulled into a dangerous struggle for control of the world's fiber optic cables.

Journalist Danielle "Dani" Moreau has spent a lifetime trying to outrun the privilege she was born into. Fresh off a personal tragedy, she lands in Ghana to uncover corruption in the local oil industry. But when she crosses paths with James Aidoo, an idealistic young Ghanaian whose father is a local populist politician, Dani remembers what drew her to journalism in the first place: you go looking for a story, but when the real story appears, it's never the one you expected.

Dani soon finds herself chasing a scoop that involves an American operative with a violent past, a Ghanaian double agent, and a fight between the United States and China over one of the world's most dangerous and least-known technologies: fiber optic cables. Underwater tubes as thick as a garden hose, the cables snake along the seafloor carrying the world's information at the speed of light from one continent to another, and the fight to control them is increasingly visible on the world's front pages. Amidst this world-changing struggle, Dani and her new associates will be forced to make deadly choices that impact each other and their own lives in ways nobody expects.

A twisty double-cross narrative, The Silver Fish opens with a spy operation going horrifically off course and takes the reader sprinting through crowded markets, darkened bars, bustling ports, and steaming jungle on the way to a startling conclusion. It will leave the reader shocked, moved, better-informed--and eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the story.

Philip Schultz is famous for his empathetic explorations of male shortcomings, primarily those of his late father. Enormous Morning, his incisive new volume, reflects on the sacrifices of women in their roles as mothers, wives, and friends, including those of his own mother, who was forced to support the family in the face of his father's financial ruin. The collection ends with a long poem, "Something and Nothing," that pays homage to the Arshile Gorky painting The Artist and His Mother.

But the poems are also political in scope. Schultz weaves these personal stories into the broader tapestry of our political moment, reflecting on the fragility of democracy, including the January 6 insurrection, and those who are willing to sacrifice themselves to preserve it. Intimate, vulnerable, and inviting, Enormous Morning cements Schultz as our greatest chronicler of compassion.

An aged, near-blind, book-loving king sends two of his subjects out into the world to learn about unusual and magical books. One year later, they return to tell the whimsical, tender, and touching stories they've learned.

Among them are: a book that runs faster than a cheetah, a pair of books that are identical twins, a diary shared by two children with painful secrets, a photo album left by a dying father for when his daughter gets married, and the most romantic story in the world . . .

From the comically irreverent to the heartrending to the heartwarming, The Neverending Book delves into all that a book can be, forming an enchanting compendium that reveals the ways in which we interact with books and the importance they hold in our hearts. Imaginative and playful, The Neverending Book is an unforgettable love letter to literature.

Get your favourite Chinese food on the table in minutes with Simply Speedy Chinese.

In each chapter, Suzie Lee will showcase her handy shortcuts, enabling you to get a tasty meal served up in 30 minutes or less. From Honey Chilli Beef and Quick Dumplings to Hot Peanut Butter Noodles and Mochi, satisfy your Chinese cravings quicker than the time it takes to order a takeaway.

Whether you're a busy mum with only 10 minutes to spare before it's time to put the kids down, a hungry student who needs brain food in 15 or a young professional with half an hour to whip something up after a long day at work, this is the book for you.

Suzie will also throw in her famous twists that allow you to tailor the recipes to your needs, so if you need super-quick meals that are also kid-, veggie- and budget-friendly, look no further!

Simply Speedy Chinese is a cookbook full of quick, easy and delicious recipes that are ready - and on the table - in no time.

Most couples don't need more therapy--they just need better habits. In this fresh, data-driven book, the creators of the Marriage365 app reveal the practical secrets behind a relationship that lasts.

"These ten habits will take you on a journey that leads to a loving, caring, supportive marriage--the marriage you dreamed of when you got married. I highly recommend it."--Gary Chapman, PhD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages

Get ready to upgrade your marriage and life.

After fifteen years of helping couples through their Marriage365 app, Casey and Meygan Caston have gained tremendous insight into the common issues couples from all walks of life are facing and how they choose to solve (or not solve) them. In The Marriage Habit, they draw on user data and candid stories from couples around the world to offer a set of non-negotiable habits that successful couples use to maintain and repair their relationships.

In this candid and relatable guide, they show you how to implement simple habits that create massive results, such as:

- The power of offering a daily "60-second blessing" to affirm your spouse
- Taking regular "awareness inventories" to appreciate how your partner's preferences, opinions, and differences are evolving
- Offering an unsolicited apology can break down walls of resentment and disconnection
- Removing assumptions and being clearer about the specific ways you want to be loved
- And more...

Focused on action and practicality, and filled with advice from a relatable couple who's been there themselves, The Marriage Habit takes readers from striving to thriving, offering hope for couples in any circumstances to solve their own problems as they work to create the relationship of their dreams.

James Beard Foundation Book Award Winner
The IACP Cookbook Awards Winner

Pocas cosas resultan tan agradables como morder una rebanada de pan recién hecho, crujiente por fuera, suave y flexible por dentro, y perfectamente horneado. Para Ken Forkish, panadero profesional afincado en Portland, un buen pan es más que un placer: es la pasión que le ha permitido crear algunos de los panes y pizzas más elogiados de Estados Unidos.

Harina, agua, sal, levadura presenta la increíble colección de recetas que el autor desarrolló y probó en el horno de su propia casa, además de consejos únicos para dominar el arte de hornear y explicaciones muy completas pero sencillas sobre las técnicas propias de la masa artesanal. Tanto los principiantes como los panaderos experimentados encontrarán aquí su receta perfecta: podrán tener un pan listo para la cena a partir de una masa directa, explorar prefermentos como la biga o el poolish, elaborar masa madre solo a partir de harina y agua y preparar deliciosas pizzas y focaccias en sartén de hierro colado.

A practical, evidence-based, no-BS guide from sex coach Caitlin V for men who want to take charge of their sex lives--lasting longer, staying harder, and building the confidence and connection they've always wanted in and out of the bedroom.

The Sex Playbook Men Were Never Given--From a Coach Who's Helped Millions
Every man wants to feel confident in bed--hard when he wants to be, in control of when he finishes, and deeply connected with his partner. But the truth about sex is that men are handed the pressure without the playbook: They're expected to perform, but most of them were never shown how.

That's where sex coach Caitlin V comes in. In this no-BS guide, she delivers what most advice for men leaves out: the real reasons behind sexual struggles and the tools to fix them for good. Combining proven science with hard-won experience, Caitlin shows how the right mindset and her simple, practical methods can unlock lasting sexual confidence, stronger performance, and deeper intimacy.

You'll learn how to:

• Identify the hidden roots of performance anxiety (and what to do about them)
• Last longer and stay hard without pills or sprays
• Reduce pressure so your body responds the way you want
• Rebuild trust, intimacy, and connection with your partner
• Create a sex life that stays exciting for the long haul

This isn't about gimmicks or hacks. It's about finally understanding how your body and mind actually work. Now is the time to stop guessing and take charge of your sex life--starting tonight.

How healthy you are is dependent on where you live. Americans suffer more cancers, heart disease, mental illness, and other chronic diseases than those who live in other wealthy nations, despite having the most expensive healthcare system in the world. Why? Embark on a journey to unravel the profound impact of public policies on American health from before birth in Born Sick in the USA: Improving the Health of a Nation. Delve into the intricate web where economic inequality weaves a tapestry of sickness stemming from a highly stressed society. This compelling read illuminates the need for transformative change in social safety nets and public policies to uplift national health and well-being. Through vivid storytelling, the book unveils the symptoms, diagnosis, and 'medicine' required to steer the nation toward a healthier future. Join the movement for a healthier America by embracing the insightful revelations and empowering calls to action presented within the pages of this eye-opening book.

The world's leading Marxist geographer and economist guides general readers through major concepts in capitalism and Marx's masterwork

For decades, David Harvey has been teaching Marx's work, particularly Capital, to great acclaim. He has analysed chapter by chapter - sometimes line-by-line - Marx's three volumes and the Grundrisse. This new book opens up the mental universe of that work for a general reader.

In The Story of Capital, Harvey takes a synoptic approach to the conceptual architecture as a whole and guides us through the key moments, from labour and technology to the state and geopolitics, via the profit rate, social reproduction, the relationship to nature, fictitious capital and the return of the rentiers. In doing so, Harvey has produced a work which will become a key reference for all those trying to grasp the nature of contemporary capitalism.

'Laugh-out-loud funny and surprisingly emotional ... will bring joy' - The Scotsman

'Jamie Lafferty embarks on an epic quest - in which the journey is at least as entertaining as the end result' - Stephen Moss, author of Ten Birds That Changed the World

'Highly entertaining and gloriously obsessional' - Philip Hoare, author of Leviathan

'A wise, rude, hilarious and oddly moving account' - Ed Caesar, author of The Moth and the Mountain

The problem started, as problems often do, with a penguin.

From Kings and Emperors to Macaronis and Rockhoppers, penguins are one of the most immediately recognisable animals on Earth. Yet for all that familiarity, what do we really know about them? An Inconvenience of Penguins follows award-winning travel writer Jamie Lafferty as he visits all eighteen species in a bid to understand the birds and their extraordinarily varied habitats a little better. On voyages to some of the planet's most inaccessible and challenging landscapes, he recounts the history of our unique relationship with the world's most popular bird, telling not only the stories of the penguins, but also the people and places around them.

From getting stranded in the Galapagos and marching through African guano fields to leading photography groups in the Antarctic and taking psychedelics on the Falklands, this is a birding quest like no other. Along the way, Lafferty relives the experiences of early polar explorers, for whom penguins were perplexing mysteries, welcome companions and even occasional meals, and meets the modern penguin lovers trying to save their fragile environments.

Featuring cameos from a wide cast of characters including Ernest Shackleton, Charles Darwin and Sir Francis Drake, as well as beautiful photographs of each penguin species, An Inconvenience of Penguins is part love-letter to and part biography of these remarkable creatures.

Explore 100 of Australia's most beautiful beaches in this stunning photographic guide with fascinating insights from local writers and adventurers.

Snorkel off Langford Island in Queensland's Whitsundays; enjoy the vibes of Mindil Beach in the Northern Territory; and drop in on the classic beaches along Victoria's Great Ocean Road. This definitive collection of Australia's coastal treasures features inspirational descriptions from travellers who know the intricacies of each beach and why they're so special.

Inside Best Beaches Australia:

• 100 of Australia's must-visit beaches including their locations and how to access them
• Gorgeous full-page photography that captures the beauty and scenery of each unique beach
• Insightful descriptions from Lonely Planet's team of expert local writers
• Themed lists of the top 5 beaches for: wildlife watching, accessibility, snorkelling, families, camping, surfing, bushwalking and remote beaches
• Practical trip planning information and tips on where to go, how to visit and more
• Introduction by Sarah Reid the multi-award winning Australian travel writer, editor and sustainable travel expert
• Covers: Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia, Northern Territory

The perfect gift for the beach lover in your life, Best Beaches Australia is the ultimate planning tool for your next big beach-hopping trip.