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From jamón serrano and patatas bravas to tortilla Española and calamares, dive into this celebration of one of the world’s most sophisticated snack-sized dishes

Spanish cuisine combines colour, culture and company, with tapas bars across the globe a go-to for fierce flavours and social snacking. These delicious appetizers can be enjoyed hot or cold, as individual dishes or as a meal, with cutlery or with your fingers, and are perfect for sharing. At the heart of tapas is the tradition of fantastic taste and friendship, the Spanish food bringing families together for over 700 years.

This handy pocket guide will give you a taste of the following and much more:

· Find food for thought with the history of tapas
· Whet your appetite with all things tapas trivia
· Discover tantalizing tapas recipes, allowing you to bring Spain to your very own kitchen
· Learn about the different types of dishes and the best ways to enjoy tapas

Whether you’re a curious foodie or a seasoned connoisseur, The Little Book of Tapas has all the dishes, facts and Spanish flavour for you to savour.

Say bye-bye to boredom!


School’s out – a time that many parents dread. How is it possible to keep kids from staring at screens or complaining there is nothing to do all day? This survival guide is here to help. It’s packed with brilliant and inexpensive activities to engage young minds and create awesome memories. From outdoor pursuits to indoor amusements, solo crafting to group games, there’s inspiration in these pages to get you through the lockdown.

With a wag in his tail and a twinkle in his eye, Britain’s best-loved canine hero is back with even more adventures in this brand-new selection of cartoon strips from the Daily Mail.

National treasure Fred Basset returns!

Dive in to this new collection of witty cartoon strips from the Daily Mail to join Fred and his loveable gang on their latest antics and escapades.

‘Fred’s wry observations delight fans young and old.’ 


Dogs Today


The inimitable Fred is back! Join Britain’s best-loved basset hound and his friends once again for more canine capers and good-natured escapades with this whole new collection of witty cartoons from the Daily Mail.

‘Fred’s wry observations delight fans young and old…’ DOGS TODAY
The nation’s favourite canine is back! Join Fred and his friends for more antics and escapades in this new collection of his wittiest strips from the Daily Mail.

Britain’s best-loved basset hound is back once again for more canine capers in this collection of the best from the Daily Mail’s

With quips, quotes and insults from classic favourites William Shakespeare and Jane Austen to modern humorists Stephen Fry and Billy Connolly, this delightful book will ensure you’re never at a loss for the perfect witticism.

‘In politics, if you want something said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman.’
Margaret Thatcher
‘Instead of getting married again, I’m going to find a woman I don’t like and just give her a house.’
Rod Stewart
Ever been at a loss for words? Ever wished that the perfect wry remark or putdown would spring to mind?
The great, the good, the intellectual and the downright insulting can all be found in Brit Wit. With wonderful one-liners from such formidable figures as Churchill and Shakespeare to more recent luminaries of British stage, screen and society including Michael Caine, Victoria Wood and Eddie Izzard, Brit Wit celebrates all that makes Britain brilliant.

‘Love knows not distance; it hath no continent; its eyes are for the stars.’
Gilbert Parker
Love can truly make you feel out of this world. This delightful book, packed with swoony statements and heartfelt quotations from romantics old and new, is the perfect way to say, ‘I love you to the moon and back.’

It’s a scientific fact that it’s impossible to feel sad while looking at cheerful pups

It’s hard work being cute all the time, but these doggos are up for the job. Happy Dogs is a photographic celebration of the world’s happiest, silliest and most playful puppers. Whether it’s a tiny woofer showing off his powerful vocals or a chonky fluffer dreaming of chimkin, they’ve all got one thing in common: They. Are. Happy. And they’re here to cheer you up.

If your idea of heaven is being surrounded by hecking good boys (and girls) then you’ve come to the right place. Let this collection of adorable floofs put a smile on your face and a wag in your tail.

Containing:
– Full-colour photos paired with funny captions celebrating man’s best (and happiest) friend
– Nose boops
– Chonky burritos
– Tongue bleps
– All your favourite dog breeds
– Fetching retrievers
– Good vibes, cringeworthy puns
– 10/10 good pups

Everyone has the power to make a difference in the world, as long as they know where to start.

Drawing inspiration from celebrated activists and their groundbreaking work, this empowering little book will introduce you to the key forms of contemporary activism, showing you how you can engage in political and social movements. You’ll have everything you need to stand up and be a force for change.

Discover the art of finding more through having less: more time, more calm, more energy, more money, more you.

Filled with practical tips and ideas, this book will guide you toward a simpler way of life. Learn how to reduce your clutter and your stress levels, find advice on mastering your schedule and making time for what matters, and enrich your everyday by putting quality before quantity.

From time to time, we all get lost in the flurry of a busy life, but we can always uncover a path back to our best and happiest selves. All you need is focus, a slower pace and the simple power of “less”.

Puppies are my favourite people

The little woofers in this collection are more “fluff” than “pup”, they haven’t worked out quite what to do with their limbs, and they haven’t grown into their ears yet – and that’s what makes them so adorable. Capturing all kinds of pooch at their most ridiculously tiny and lovable, this book will prove that it’s not just any old dog that’s a man’s best friend – it’s a puppy.

From celebrating special milestones to quick five-minute catch-ups on the phone, you can always rely on your sister to be there for you. This beautiful collection of quotations will make every sister see how much she is appreciated and loved.

From celebrating special milestones to quick five-minute catch-ups on the phone, you can always rely on your best friend to be there for you.

This beautiful collection of quotations will make every BFF see how much they are appreciated and loved.

Life is better with a Labrador

Every home should have a Lab, the only question is: chocolate, black, yellow or red? Whichever’s your favourite, it’s confirmed: these are the most Labradorable pups on the planet. Dedicated to the world’s favourite breed, this paw-some little book will prove that it’s not just any old dog who’s a man’s best friend – it’s a Labrador.

This pocket-sized miscellany, packed with fascinating facts, handy hints and captivating stories and quotes from the world of bikes, is perfect for anyone who knows the incomparable joy of cycling.

This pocket-sized miscellany, packed with fascinating facts, handy hints and captivating stories and quotes from the world of running, is perfect for anyone who knows the incomparable joy and freedom of lacing up your trainers and hitting the road.

‘Dance is the hidden language of the soul.’
Martha Graham
This pocket-sized miscellany, packed with fascinating facts, captivating stories and inspiring quotes from the world of dance, is perfect for anyone who knows the incomparable joy and freedom of slipping on your dance shoes and expressing yourself through movement to music.

The only gear you need is ‘go’.

Fixies and single-speeds take cycling back to square one. They’re the ride of choice for hipsters, tricksters and hardmen alike – bare-bones bikes that can be dressed up or stripped down; simple machines that have inspired a diverse, inventive culture and innovative designs in a host of industries. This book celebrates the art and craft of one-gear bikes with stunning photos of rides from around the world. Includes inspirational quotes.

For many years we’ve listened to and learned about the unforgettable events in history. All very remarkable, yet all very male – where on earth were the women?!

In this book, you will meet some of the most fascinating females in herstory, all of whom have contributed to and shaped the past, present and future. From activists and athletes to politicians and poets, from the well-known and celebrated to the unsung and understated, these women’s stories are guaranteed to inspire you to follow your dreams and believe you can achieve whatever you set your mind to.

All you need is love… and a pug to hug

Those big round eyes. Those velvety ears. That expressive, wrinkled face. What’s not to love about pugs? What they lack in size, they make up for in personality and love. Dedicated to these wrinkly pups, this pug-tastic little book will prove that it’s not just any old dog that’s man’s best friend – it’s a pug.

Whether you are in need of some blossoming inspiration or your fingers are the colour of freshly mown grass, this compendium is overflowing with snippets of fascinating folklore and tips for making your garden grow.

Follow the garden path to horticultural heaven and learn about:
– Growing your own herbs to make therapeutic delights
– Banning bugs and slugs and attracting beneficial creatures
– Recycling old household items for gardening solutions
– Keeping bees and chickens
– Cooking up your produce, even the weeds
– Why you should always keep a leek in your attic and never kill a ladybird