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'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.

"This picture book is a gem!" --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

With the help of a rock he's collected, a child moving to a new house learns to embrace change and make a like-minded friend in this story celebrating our most thoughtful little observers.

Jayden notices everything. He notices the way the moon looks different every night as it peeks through the oak tree. He notices spiderweb wheels and egg freckles, mouse paws and rose petals. But most of all, Jayden notices rocks. Jayden collects a rock to go with everything: a homework rock, a Saturday rock, even enough wishing rocks to fill up a jar. But now that he and his family have moved to a different house, where the trees are too short, the color is off, and the mailbox is in the wrong place, will he find a rock to grant him courage--and help him make a new friend, maybe even a noticer like him? In a tender story for curious and observant little readers, Carolyn Crimi's text joins with Shamar Knight-Justice's expressive illustrations in a tale that offers comfort in the face of life's many changes.

Little New Yorkers will enjoy viewing lifelike pictures and listening to authentic sounds in this charming sound book of the Big Apple. Push the button and hear the crowd roar at Yankee Stadium, skaters gliding around Rockefeller Center, and the celebration of New Year's Eve in Times Square. Also included is a Central Park carriage ride, Coney Island roller coaster, honking taxicabs, fire engine siren, the schmear of cream cheese on a bagel, the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, and more.

This book is part of the Good Night Our World Series, which includes hundred of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.

Young readers will love discovering the iconic treasures of New York City in this adorable sound book. The book features an on and off switch on the back cover to extend battery life.

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.

THE KOREAN BESTSELLER

'Have you ever thought that the snail that moves slowly will never reach the end of the path; Have you ever wanted to grab it to make it go faster? On a human scale, the snail's speed is ridiculously slow, but on a world scale, it's just perfect.'

In this calming and heart-warming book Jung-mok, a Buddhist nun from Korea, teaches us to free ourselves from the stress of our modern lives. A specialist in meditation, Jung-mok shares simple gestures and daily practices rooted in Buddhist philosophy to help us live a lifestyle conducive to happiness.

This collection of thoughts and short stories imbued with wisdom invites us to open our eyes to the world around us and appreciate the small things which bring us joy. It is a poetic and soothing reminder to grasp and appreciate the beauty of the present moment.

How do some plants live for thousands of years? Which adaptations and evolutionary strategies allow them to thrive in some of the harshest places on the planet for so long--and so well?

Renowned plantsman, author, and longtime botanical garden designer Christopher Woods takes readers on a popular science exploration of twenty-three of the world's most amazing species, seeking answers to these questions by explaining their incredible survival mechanisms. Woods emphasizes how human cultures have interacted with plants over time and what we may, critically, be able to learn from them about sustainability in extreme climates. Some species will be familiar to readers, while some are outright surprising--such as the aptly named Welwitschia mirabilis, which lives happily in the Namib Desert for up to two thousand years, although many of those years receive zero precipitation.

With over two hundred color images and lively, accessible text, In Botanical Time highlights fascinating facts about each charismatic plant, encouraging conservation for these species and leading us toward larger lessons about the rapidity with which humans have caused--and are causing--species to adapt.

"Woods' compassion for these trees, shrubs, and herbaceous wonders shines on every page."--AHS American Gardener Magazine

The Most Controversial State Park offers a unique study of Jekyll Island State Park from the 1940s to the present. Relying on more than sixty oral histories, governors' records, and a variety of archival materials, C. Brenden Martin illuminates the compelling stories of how Jekyll evolved from one of the most prestigious private clubs in the world to a state park that was originally intended to be a beach park "for the plain people of Georgia." The richly illustrated study illuminates numerous issues the state-owned island has faced during its seventy-five-year history, including the political upheaval of the three governors controversy, the State's acquisition of the island, the use of convict labor on the island for nearly fifteen years, governors' attempts to sell the island, the political corruption concerning leases and lots on the island, the separate-but-unequal access for African Americans in the late Jim Crow era, and the push for Black equality in the 1960s. Beyond the 1960s, numerous activists and organizations have fought to conserve the natural beauty of the island, along with two generations of historic preservationists who have advocated the saving of Jekyll's Historic District.

A hands-on approach to preparing your company for AI-powered digital transformation

In Monster Transformation: Conquer Your Digital Fears, Be AI Ready, and Focus on What Matters to Your Organization, a team of veteran digital leaders delivers an expert framework to digital transformation that focuses on the competencies your employees will need to have--and develop--to enable your organization to function in a world defined by generative artificial intelligence. Monster Transformation blends actionable insights, real-world case studies, and immediately recognizable organizational behaviors that can either move forward or derail transformation in the age of AI.

Whether you are leading, a part of, supporting or interested in organizational transformation, this book challenges conventional thought on dealing with transformation, provides insights on how and why barriers to effective change arise and pragmatic mechanisms to address challenges, diminish barriers and leverage employees. You'll also find:

• Examples of transformation blockers and obstacles, as well as the steps you need to take to eliminate and overcome them
• Real-world insights from interviews with transformation leaders across industries and organizational layers
• 10 incisive case studies from well-known brands including Ferrari, Instacart, Patagonia, Brooks Running, and Calm, hands-on scenarios, chapter exercises, and actionable takeaways you can apply immediately at your own organization

Perfect for managers, executives, and other business leaders, Monster Transformation offers a practical approach for implementing the world's newest, most exciting technologies in your company. With a foreword by Shellye Archambeau, bestselling author of Unapologetically Ambitious, Monster Transformation is a no-BS humanistic take on how organizations can adapt and thrive in a chaotic and turbulent environment.

Longtime Marvel writer Bill Mantlo teamed with rising star Jim Lee on a storied and never-before-collected run with Alpha Flight, Canada's premier super-team!

Alpha Flight has a new home: Mansion Alpha! From this technologically advanced base, the team protects its nation from threats like Scramble, Deadly Ernest and the Great Beasts! Heather Hudson suits up as the new Vindicator and seeks out her old friend Wolverine to train her as a super hero! Meanwhile, Attuma pursues former Alphan Marrina, and it will take the combined forces of Alpha Flight and the Avengers to save her -- if she even wants to be saved! The persuasive Purple Girl joins Beta Flight, the trickster god Loki makes for a legendary opponent and Bedlam causes carnage for Department H! Even if the team can defeat this powerful foe from James Hudson's past, it won't be without a terrible cost -- and a dimension-hopping adventure may lead to the end of Alpha Flight as we know it!

COLLECTING: Alpha Flight (1983) 30-70, Alpha Flight Annual (1986) 1-2, Avengers (1963) 272, Marvel Fanfare (1982) 28

See, hear, and learn about numbers with charming pictures and sounds! Press the 26 sound buttons and hear 44 unique sounds including fun counting songs for toddlers to sing along! This big board book is perfect for school readiness, road trips, first learning, and more! It is never too early to begin laying the foundation for reading. Allow your child to play and "read" this book any way they choose. Reading together makes lasting memories. Ready, set, 123!

Pressing the number and song buttons engages pre-readers with 44 fun sounds, including numbers 1-20 and a cheerful counting song. It gives kids agency by allowing them to actively participate in storytime.Pairing the number icons with the corresponding sound buttons helps develop early number recognition and matching skills.Durable board pages and large, easy-press buttons make it easy for your baby or toddler's little hands to turn pages and explore independently.Talk about what you see in the pictures--count the animals, objects, or shapes together! Conversation strengthens a child's vocabulary and builds language confidence.This big board book is perfect for summer bridge and school readiness, road trips, first learning, and screen-free fun anytime.