Author: Howard Lester
Publisher: Robinson
ISBN: 1472105044
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Most people understand that what an emergency is and only call out the police, fire brigade or ambulance when they really need to. However, there is a weird minority who will dial 911 if they lose their keys, if their phone isn't working, if they need a lift home from a party or even if they have become hopelessly trapped in their own duvet! This hilarious collection of true stories brings together some of the world's most ridiculous emergency calls, including: - The woman who called the police because MacDonalds was out of Chicken Mcnuggets. - The priest who dialed 999 because WHSmiths at Manchester Airporte wouldn't let him use their toilet - The boy who called an ambulance because his poodle was looking sad. - The man whose watch read the same time for three hours who called the police to report that...wait for it...time was standing still - Then there was the man who had taken too much viagra...
Out of My Depth
Author: Helen Bailey
Publisher: Hachette Children's
ISBN: 144490373X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Electra's totally out of her depth. Everyone's giving her the third degree! Freak Boy's dad wants to know whether he's being bullied. Sorrel's interrogating Electra about Lucy's private life. Even her dad is cross-examining her about her mum's love-life, over his Deep Pan Super Supreme. And all Electra can think is, How far can you get a piece of melted cheese to stretch without it breaking? Welcome to the crazy world of Electra Brown.
Publisher: Hachette Children's
ISBN: 144490373X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Electra's totally out of her depth. Everyone's giving her the third degree! Freak Boy's dad wants to know whether he's being bullied. Sorrel's interrogating Electra about Lucy's private life. Even her dad is cross-examining her about her mum's love-life, over his Deep Pan Super Supreme. And all Electra can think is, How far can you get a piece of melted cheese to stretch without it breaking? Welcome to the crazy world of Electra Brown.
Something Spectacular
Author: Greta Gleissner
Publisher: Seal Press
ISBN: 1580054552
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Greta Gleissner, a longtime professional dancer, dreamed her whole life of becoming a Rockette. Then she became one—and she fell into the grips of a powerful eating disorder that began poison her life from the inside out. Something Spectacular is Gleissner’s raw, personal chronicle of the devastating effects bulimia exacts upon her life during her time as a Rockette. As her disorder takes over, she begins to lead a dual life: happy-go-lucky on the outside; tortured by obsessive, self-destructive voices on the inside. Immersed in an environment in which even talent is secondary to appearance, Gleissner hides her disorder by any means necessary—lying, cheating, and stealing with no regard for the consequences of her actions—until she hits rock bottom and is forced to face the truths behind her disease. Her intensive odyssey of self-discovery ultimately gives her the strength to reshape her self-image, embrace her sexuality, and break free of the malignant hold bulimia has on her life. The first book to give voice to the pervasive but often unaddressed problem of eating disorders in the dance industry, Something Spectacular is a gripping exposé of the insidious nature of eating-related diseases—and a profound account of one woman’s journey toward self-acceptance and recovery.
Publisher: Seal Press
ISBN: 1580054552
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Greta Gleissner, a longtime professional dancer, dreamed her whole life of becoming a Rockette. Then she became one—and she fell into the grips of a powerful eating disorder that began poison her life from the inside out. Something Spectacular is Gleissner’s raw, personal chronicle of the devastating effects bulimia exacts upon her life during her time as a Rockette. As her disorder takes over, she begins to lead a dual life: happy-go-lucky on the outside; tortured by obsessive, self-destructive voices on the inside. Immersed in an environment in which even talent is secondary to appearance, Gleissner hides her disorder by any means necessary—lying, cheating, and stealing with no regard for the consequences of her actions—until she hits rock bottom and is forced to face the truths behind her disease. Her intensive odyssey of self-discovery ultimately gives her the strength to reshape her self-image, embrace her sexuality, and break free of the malignant hold bulimia has on her life. The first book to give voice to the pervasive but often unaddressed problem of eating disorders in the dance industry, Something Spectacular is a gripping exposé of the insidious nature of eating-related diseases—and a profound account of one woman’s journey toward self-acceptance and recovery.
None of This Is Serious
Author: Catherine Prasifka
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 1838855548
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
'Extraordinary' Naoise Dolan 'Seriously good' Louise Nealon Dublin student life is ending for Sophie and her friends. They’ve got everything figured out, and Sophie feels left behind as they all start to go their separate ways. Then, at a party, what was already unstable completely falls apart and Sophie finds herself obsessively scrolling social media, waiting for something (anything) to happen. None of This Is Serious is about the uncertainty and absurdity of being alive today. It’s about balancing the real world with the online, and the vulnerabilities in yourself, your relationships, your body. At its heart, this is a novel about the friendships strong enough to withstand anything.
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 1838855548
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
'Extraordinary' Naoise Dolan 'Seriously good' Louise Nealon Dublin student life is ending for Sophie and her friends. They’ve got everything figured out, and Sophie feels left behind as they all start to go their separate ways. Then, at a party, what was already unstable completely falls apart and Sophie finds herself obsessively scrolling social media, waiting for something (anything) to happen. None of This Is Serious is about the uncertainty and absurdity of being alive today. It’s about balancing the real world with the online, and the vulnerabilities in yourself, your relationships, your body. At its heart, this is a novel about the friendships strong enough to withstand anything.
Deny Me
Author: Karen Cole
Publisher: Quercus
ISBN: 1529403812
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
HE SAID IT WAS AN ACCIDENT. SHE SAID IT WAS MURDER. HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO TO DISCOVER THE TRUTH? When one of Jessica's neighbours falls to her death, it is declared a tragic accident. However, Jessica's mother, Jean, claims the woman was pushed, and that she saw it happen. Having recently been diagnosed with Dementia, is Jean confused or could she be the sole witness to a murder? Jessica wants to know the truth, but she can't possibly prepare herself for what she'll find... An addictive psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Claire McGowan's What You Did and Erin Kinsley's Found. See what readers are saying about Karen Cole: 'Every time I thought I had it sussed a curveball was thrown. Beautifully dark and compelling' Caz, Amazon reviewer 'If you like Karin Slaughter you will love this!' Cath, Amazon reviewer 'I was constantly guessing throughout and I still didn't see that ending coming even though the clues are there!' Chanel, Amazon reviewer 'I absolutely loved this book. I could never have guessed the outcome' Annie, Amazon reviewer
Publisher: Quercus
ISBN: 1529403812
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
HE SAID IT WAS AN ACCIDENT. SHE SAID IT WAS MURDER. HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO TO DISCOVER THE TRUTH? When one of Jessica's neighbours falls to her death, it is declared a tragic accident. However, Jessica's mother, Jean, claims the woman was pushed, and that she saw it happen. Having recently been diagnosed with Dementia, is Jean confused or could she be the sole witness to a murder? Jessica wants to know the truth, but she can't possibly prepare herself for what she'll find... An addictive psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Claire McGowan's What You Did and Erin Kinsley's Found. See what readers are saying about Karen Cole: 'Every time I thought I had it sussed a curveball was thrown. Beautifully dark and compelling' Caz, Amazon reviewer 'If you like Karin Slaughter you will love this!' Cath, Amazon reviewer 'I was constantly guessing throughout and I still didn't see that ending coming even though the clues are there!' Chanel, Amazon reviewer 'I absolutely loved this book. I could never have guessed the outcome' Annie, Amazon reviewer
Wicked Intentions
Author: CE Guard
Publisher: CE Guard
ISBN: 1998424014
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Even the wicked were once innocent… Being a Mage is all I’ve ever wanted but to become one, I’ll have to sacrifice the only thing I have left… my humanity. Magic is forbidden, a cursed stain on society and it flows through my veins like poison. The shame of my birth pushes my human grandmother to do the unforgivable and suppress my gift in a desperate attempt to save my soul. Binding my magic kept me hidden for over two decades but it didn’t stop me from craving the power that my family denied me. When Gran dies suddenly, I find myself free but my joy is short-lived when my father learns of my existence and sends his most loyal soldier to collect me. Not even the shadows can keep me hidden from him and when he catches me, he’ll never let me go. The Roanokes live like kings and their lifestyle is too tempting for anyone to resist. But life as the daughter of a mage clan leader comes at a cost and they expect it to be paid in blood. All I have to do is survive their games and maybe I can earn my rightful place among them…
Publisher: CE Guard
ISBN: 1998424014
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Even the wicked were once innocent… Being a Mage is all I’ve ever wanted but to become one, I’ll have to sacrifice the only thing I have left… my humanity. Magic is forbidden, a cursed stain on society and it flows through my veins like poison. The shame of my birth pushes my human grandmother to do the unforgivable and suppress my gift in a desperate attempt to save my soul. Binding my magic kept me hidden for over two decades but it didn’t stop me from craving the power that my family denied me. When Gran dies suddenly, I find myself free but my joy is short-lived when my father learns of my existence and sends his most loyal soldier to collect me. Not even the shadows can keep me hidden from him and when he catches me, he’ll never let me go. The Roanokes live like kings and their lifestyle is too tempting for anyone to resist. But life as the daughter of a mage clan leader comes at a cost and they expect it to be paid in blood. All I have to do is survive their games and maybe I can earn my rightful place among them…
Caged Little Birds
Author: Lucy Banks
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504096193
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
He thinks he knows me. But really he’s only seeing what lies above the surface. The rest is hidden, and it’s going to stay that way . . . Most people think Ava is a monster—but now she’s been set free. She was sentenced to twenty-five years in prison. They called her Butcher Bird. Now, freshly released with a new identity and a new home, Ava finally has the quiet life she’s always wanted. But someone discovers who she really is, and they’re determined to make her pay. As the lies she told are about to unravel, Ava is willing to do anything to keep the truth hidden . . . “Disquieting, clever and captivating—I loved it.” —Kathryn Foxfield, author of Getting Away with Murder “Sensationally sinister, stunning from the first to the last page. I devoured it.” —Helen FitzGerald, author of The Cry and Viral
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1504096193
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
He thinks he knows me. But really he’s only seeing what lies above the surface. The rest is hidden, and it’s going to stay that way . . . Most people think Ava is a monster—but now she’s been set free. She was sentenced to twenty-five years in prison. They called her Butcher Bird. Now, freshly released with a new identity and a new home, Ava finally has the quiet life she’s always wanted. But someone discovers who she really is, and they’re determined to make her pay. As the lies she told are about to unravel, Ava is willing to do anything to keep the truth hidden . . . “Disquieting, clever and captivating—I loved it.” —Kathryn Foxfield, author of Getting Away with Murder “Sensationally sinister, stunning from the first to the last page. I devoured it.” —Helen FitzGerald, author of The Cry and Viral
The Bride
Author: Wendy Clarke
Publisher: Bookouture
ISBN: 1838882456
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
The moment Joanna told me she was engaged, I had this awful feeling that something was wrong. We used to speak on the phone every day. Growing up I spent more time at her house than I did at my own. I’d always imagined what it would be like to see her get married, and now I didn’t even know her fiancé’s name. She asked me to come and meet Mark and I intended to tell her to slow down. You can’t know someone for a month and be sure that you want to spend the rest of your lives together. When I got to Joanna’s front door, only Mark was there. He was charming and gorgeous and nothing but nice to me, and I started to understand. And then he told me that Joanna was missing. The Bride is a twisty, unputdownable psychological thriller that will have you reading until late at night. Perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train, Gone Girl and anything by Lisa Jewell. What readers are saying about The Bride: ‘Wow oh wow!! I didn't expect to finish this book in just one sitting. I completely and utterly flew through it. This is definitely one of those books which you can't put down because you just have to know what was going to happen next.’ Little Miss Book Lover 87, 5 stars ‘I was not expecting it to pull me in the way it did. It absorbed me that much, I devoured it in two hours!... You are hit with twists after twist!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘OMG what did I just read! I never even thought it to be like this. This book keeps me pulled in. The first chapter is curious enough to keep you reading. The twist always go higher and higher until it blasts! Definitely unexpected… The twist is definitely commendable, and noteworthy! I never even thought! Though there are things which I made a correct guess but I still didn't expect the happenings. It's a shock! A bomb!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘WOW! I hope I can give this 10 out of 5! This book was amazing. I did not want to put this down, high praise to Wendy Clarke for The Bride. This book has so many twists and turns it is great. Fantastic read. Recommended.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘One of the best psychological thrillers I have read in a long time, I read this book from cover to cover in less than 24 hours, unable to put it down, sucked in right from the outset with the prologue which caught my attention and encouraged me to read on… It's been a long time since I have read a book that captivated me quite so much.’ Real Mum Review ‘The suspense literally had me missing a heartbeat because I just couldn't work out where this story was leading me. It made me doubt myself and had me had me hook, line and sinker till the very end. The ending really made this book and my eyes were on stalks reading the last couple of pages. Wow.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Unbelievable! Loved this book. This one blew all the others like it away! Had me flying through the pages to find out what happened.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘This thriller had it all... Everything I thought I knew, I didn't, and what I read I couldn't believe. Forced to put the book down, I was truly excited to pick back up the next night and read her whirlwind finish.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘What can I say but wow. Such a brilliant book full of suspense twists and turns on every page. Kept you doubting yourself. So good I read it in one day.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘My goodness… I was gripped from the first page… My eyes are still wide with surprise and shock and I think I just love it!... Definite five stars from me!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Ah, what an amazing thriller! I couldn’t put this one down! I was up reading waaaay too late on work nights to find out what happened… Tons of twists and turns (just how I like it), and the ending? AHH!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
Publisher: Bookouture
ISBN: 1838882456
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
The moment Joanna told me she was engaged, I had this awful feeling that something was wrong. We used to speak on the phone every day. Growing up I spent more time at her house than I did at my own. I’d always imagined what it would be like to see her get married, and now I didn’t even know her fiancé’s name. She asked me to come and meet Mark and I intended to tell her to slow down. You can’t know someone for a month and be sure that you want to spend the rest of your lives together. When I got to Joanna’s front door, only Mark was there. He was charming and gorgeous and nothing but nice to me, and I started to understand. And then he told me that Joanna was missing. The Bride is a twisty, unputdownable psychological thriller that will have you reading until late at night. Perfect for fans of The Girl on the Train, Gone Girl and anything by Lisa Jewell. What readers are saying about The Bride: ‘Wow oh wow!! I didn't expect to finish this book in just one sitting. I completely and utterly flew through it. This is definitely one of those books which you can't put down because you just have to know what was going to happen next.’ Little Miss Book Lover 87, 5 stars ‘I was not expecting it to pull me in the way it did. It absorbed me that much, I devoured it in two hours!... You are hit with twists after twist!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘OMG what did I just read! I never even thought it to be like this. This book keeps me pulled in. The first chapter is curious enough to keep you reading. The twist always go higher and higher until it blasts! Definitely unexpected… The twist is definitely commendable, and noteworthy! I never even thought! Though there are things which I made a correct guess but I still didn't expect the happenings. It's a shock! A bomb!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘WOW! I hope I can give this 10 out of 5! This book was amazing. I did not want to put this down, high praise to Wendy Clarke for The Bride. This book has so many twists and turns it is great. Fantastic read. Recommended.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘One of the best psychological thrillers I have read in a long time, I read this book from cover to cover in less than 24 hours, unable to put it down, sucked in right from the outset with the prologue which caught my attention and encouraged me to read on… It's been a long time since I have read a book that captivated me quite so much.’ Real Mum Review ‘The suspense literally had me missing a heartbeat because I just couldn't work out where this story was leading me. It made me doubt myself and had me had me hook, line and sinker till the very end. The ending really made this book and my eyes were on stalks reading the last couple of pages. Wow.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Unbelievable! Loved this book. This one blew all the others like it away! Had me flying through the pages to find out what happened.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘This thriller had it all... Everything I thought I knew, I didn't, and what I read I couldn't believe. Forced to put the book down, I was truly excited to pick back up the next night and read her whirlwind finish.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘What can I say but wow. Such a brilliant book full of suspense twists and turns on every page. Kept you doubting yourself. So good I read it in one day.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘My goodness… I was gripped from the first page… My eyes are still wide with surprise and shock and I think I just love it!... Definite five stars from me!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Ah, what an amazing thriller! I couldn’t put this one down! I was up reading waaaay too late on work nights to find out what happened… Tons of twists and turns (just how I like it), and the ending? AHH!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
Murder on the Rocks!
Author: Sherry Marie Gallagher
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1445222000
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
It's Felly van Vliet’s inquisitive nature that involves her in the unravelling of a double murder, and she finds herself under the spell of a colourful set of locals as she tries to make sense of it all. Crime, romance, a taste of culture and character of native Ireland are woven throughout this fun and enjoyable read. Good craic! Murder On The Rocks! is also available at a discount price at www.aislingbooks.nl
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1445222000
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
It's Felly van Vliet’s inquisitive nature that involves her in the unravelling of a double murder, and she finds herself under the spell of a colourful set of locals as she tries to make sense of it all. Crime, romance, a taste of culture and character of native Ireland are woven throughout this fun and enjoyable read. Good craic! Murder On The Rocks! is also available at a discount price at www.aislingbooks.nl
Discovering Statistics Using R
Author: Andy Field
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 144628915X
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 994
Book Description
Keeping the uniquely humorous and self-deprecating style that has made students across the world fall in love with Andy Field′s books, Discovering Statistics Using R takes students on a journey of statistical discovery using R, a free, flexible and dynamically changing software tool for data analysis that is becoming increasingly popular across the social and behavioural sciences throughout the world. The journey begins by explaining basic statistical and research concepts before a guided tour of the R software environment. Next you discover the importance of exploring and graphing data, before moving onto statistical tests that are the foundations of the rest of the book (for example correlation and regression). You will then stride confidently into intermediate level analyses such as ANOVA, before ending your journey with advanced techniques such as MANOVA and multilevel models. Although there is enough theory to help you gain the necessary conceptual understanding of what you′re doing, the emphasis is on applying what you learn to playful and real-world examples that should make the experience more fun than you might expect. Like its sister textbooks, Discovering Statistics Using R is written in an irreverent style and follows the same ground-breaking structure and pedagogical approach. The core material is augmented by a cast of characters to help the reader on their way, together with hundreds of examples, self-assessment tests to consolidate knowledge, and additional website material for those wanting to learn more. Given this book′s accessibility, fun spirit, and use of bizarre real-world research it should be essential for anyone wanting to learn about statistics using the freely-available R software.
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 144628915X
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 994
Book Description
Keeping the uniquely humorous and self-deprecating style that has made students across the world fall in love with Andy Field′s books, Discovering Statistics Using R takes students on a journey of statistical discovery using R, a free, flexible and dynamically changing software tool for data analysis that is becoming increasingly popular across the social and behavioural sciences throughout the world. The journey begins by explaining basic statistical and research concepts before a guided tour of the R software environment. Next you discover the importance of exploring and graphing data, before moving onto statistical tests that are the foundations of the rest of the book (for example correlation and regression). You will then stride confidently into intermediate level analyses such as ANOVA, before ending your journey with advanced techniques such as MANOVA and multilevel models. Although there is enough theory to help you gain the necessary conceptual understanding of what you′re doing, the emphasis is on applying what you learn to playful and real-world examples that should make the experience more fun than you might expect. Like its sister textbooks, Discovering Statistics Using R is written in an irreverent style and follows the same ground-breaking structure and pedagogical approach. The core material is augmented by a cast of characters to help the reader on their way, together with hundreds of examples, self-assessment tests to consolidate knowledge, and additional website material for those wanting to learn more. Given this book′s accessibility, fun spirit, and use of bizarre real-world research it should be essential for anyone wanting to learn about statistics using the freely-available R software.