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Brought to you by Penguin. Englishman Paul West is living the Parisian dream, and doing his best not to annoy the French. But recently things have been going très wrong: He's stuck in an apartment so small that he has to cut his baguettes in two to fit them in the kitchen. His research into...

Walking defines us as human beings. But how much do we know about the paths that we walk? Why do they matter? What caused so many to be lost? And can we create more of them? In The Path More Travelled, acclaimed geographer and travel writer Nicholas Crane explores the hidden history of Britain's...

And there it was — the Border Hotel wall. Right there. Close enough to touch. Close enough to kiss. So I did… because after dreaming about this moment for years, why pretend to be normal now? For seven years I followed the Spine Race like some people follow royal drama — obsessively, emotionally, and with absolutely no chill. The sheer scale of it never made sense to me. How do humans move for that long, that fast, through that much misery? Every January I’d watch the dots crawl north and think, one day that’ll be me.

Here you have a visitors’ guide to Wakefield and the Five Towns. A region of West Yorkshire which has much to offer the visitor whether that be history, tradition, culture, nature, sport or some weird stuff. There’s more to see and do than you may be thinking in and around Wakefield, Pontefract, Castleford, Normanton, Featherstone and Knottingley. I was born in Yorkshire and have lived here most of my life. It is a beautiful county and we do not call it God’s Own County for nothing….! As a native Yorkshireman, I know the Wakefield area (and Yorkshire as a whole) very well.

Santorini is one of the most breathtaking places on Earth — a sun-drenched paradise of whitewashed villages, cobalt-blue domes, and sunsets that ignite the horizon in molten gold. But beneath its serene beauty lies a story written in ash and fire. The Fiery Heart of Santorini peels back the layers of myth and geology to reveal the astonishing truths of an island born from destruction, reborn through resilience, and sustained by the elemental power of the Earth itself.

How to Be Parisian brilliantly deconstructs the French woman's views on culture, fashion and attitude. Bohemian free-hinkers and iconoclasts, Anne Berest, Caroline De Maigret, Audrey Diwan and Sophie Mas cut through the myths in this gorgeous, witty guide to Parisienne savoir faire. These modern Parisiennes say what you don't expect to hear, just the way you want to hear it. They are not against smoking in bed and all for art, politics and culture, making everything look easy and going against the grain.

Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Croatian language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by...

The Italian Job: A Memoir of an American Reporter in Rome by Jason Horowitz is a forthcoming title from Celadon Books...

Travel Like a Local: Gibraltar by Jaime Knight offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit Gibraltar. From learning about the culture and customs to finding the best restaurants and attractions, these guidebooks provide comprehensive information to ensure a hassle-free unforgettable journey.

Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination. In these words, you will discover advice on having a unique edible experience. This book will not tell you exact addresses or hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge of food and drinks from a local that you may not find in other travel food guides.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The beloved memoir of self-discovery set against the spectacular Tuscan countryside that inspired the major motion picture starring Diane Lane—now in a twentieth-anniversary edition featuring a new afterword “This beautifully written memoir about taking...

British coastal holidays are unlike any other in the world with unpredictable weather, vast tidal range, dramatic cliffs and chilly water temperatures. Nevertheless, the seasoned holidaymakers know how to make the most of it. From packing Wellington boots and thermos to defending a box of fish and chips from seagulls, the book has it all covered. Through informative poetic narratives Lande Jewels delves into the nature's forces that cause diurnal tides, explores the processes that formed the Cliffs of Dover and preserved fossils in Jurassic Coast and Viking Trail.

This audiobook is designed to give the everyday motorcyclist many ideas on great destinations, incredible road routes and awesome places to enjoy traveling on your motorcycle. It includes a vast array of ideas from many countries across Europe. If you need inspiration for new adventures to take on your motorcycle, this is the book for you! It provides 101 insights and valuable information where you can discover your next European motorcycle journey. If you're bored of the same motorcycle routes or simply need some inspiration on where to go next, this audiobook will help you do that.

In his late thirties, John Julius Reel left his native New York for Seville, hoping to reinvent himself, find his voice as a writer, and cast off the shadow of his famous father. When his girlfriend dumped him after a month-long visit, the last tie was cut and he had to face his future from his stark, mosquito-infested rented room. Alone in a foreign land, struggling with the language, and longing to find his place and purpose in the world, he began to rebuild his life.

Brought to you by Penguin. In the darkness of winter on the first day of the year, a woman in Denmark is making a list. She plans to set out and see all of the country's butterfly species in a single year. She knows nothing about butterflies. She doesn’t even know why she wants to see them...

Brought to you by Penguin. For centuries, Mount Etna has sent lava to engulf the towns and villages, terraced fields, orchards, vineyards, and citrus groves that nestle across its slopes. But still it remains home to a quarter of Sicily’s population. Why? Because Etna has always rewarded her...

كُتب عن باريس أكثر من غيرها من المدن، ومن أجمل ما قيل عنها أن الإنسان يشعر بفرحة العيش فيها، ويصله هذا الشعور عبر عددٍ لا يحصى من الأشياء الصغيرة من حوله، كرائحة فنجان القهوة والكرواسون في الصباح، وتأمّل أناقة نسائها منذ الصباح وهنّ مرتديات بدلات العمل، أو عند عتبات المحلات الفاخرة. باريس هي مزيج من الكتب ومحلات الزهور والشوكولاتة الرائعة، والروائح الجذابة لمحلات الحلويات والمطاعم الحاصلة على نجمة ميشلان، ومتعة المشي بين أروقتها والتنزه في ساحات حدائقها والجلوس في مقاهيها. وفرنسا -بتاريخ قصورها وملوكها ومتاحفها وفنّها ومفكريها وأدبائها وساستها- تشكّل إرثاً بشرياً أثّر في مسيرة الحضارة الإنسانية وتأثر بها، ومن أراد أن يعرف مدى تجذّر الثقافة الفرنسية بجميع مكوناتها في ثقافة العالم، سيجد ذلك جليّاً ومتميزاً كنفحة عطر باريسي أو كنكهة الأطباق الفرنسية الشهيرة.

Un retrato colorido de los mejores paisajes y lugares físicos de España, fiel reflejo de la enorme variedad del país, que a veces se ha comparado con un continente en miniatura.

‘I watched the mirror for a last view, for now, of the frozen mountains of Glen Coe. As the road bent and the outline of Buachaille Etive Mor slid into sight, I did what I always did, and always would. I felt for that flutter of awe and that indefinable, unmistakable quickening of the pulse...

Sheila O'Flanagan's bestseller IF YOU WERE ME will make readers wonder: what would I do if my first love came back into my life? A must-read if you enjoy the novels of Veronica Henry and Catherine Alliott. You're engaged to a great man. You're on a countdown to your wedding day. You stopped...

No. 1 international bestseller and Swedish crime sensation Camilla Lackberg’s new psychological thriller featuring Detective Patrik Hedström and Erica Falck – irresistible for fans of Stieg Larsson and Jo Nesbo. SEE NO EVIL It’s January in the peaceful seaside resort of Fjällbacka. A...

'A superb and clever thriller' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Dark, sharp and deliciously funny' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved every page' Clare Mackintosh FROM THE ACCLAIMED AUTHOR OF DEAD HEAT It started with a small lie. Bumping into an old acquaintance, embellishing my life story to...

In the late 1990s, John Baker was known as a purveyor of quality rare and old wines. Always entrepreneurial and up for adventure, he was the perfect person for an occasional business partner to approach with a mysterious wine list that was foreign to anything John, or his second-in-command...

Winner of The Royal Society of Literature Jerwood Award for Non-Fiction in 2011 and the Authors' Foundation Roger Deakin Award in 2011 A stunning debut in the tradition of Robert Macfarlane and Helen Macdonald Of all the birds of the British Isles, the raptor reigns supreme, sparking the...

Touching true stories from the heyday of the Butlin’s holiday camps. ‘When I got to the camp I felt as if I’d suddenly walked into Utopia – it was so colourful, so warm, so friendly. There were lights across the roads, there were banners fluttering in the breeze… There seemed to be...

I Know This Much – written and read by Gary Kemp – Spandau Ballet's prime mover – is simply the freshest, most exciting and best read memoir to arrive for years Gary's story begins in North London, where the Kemp family rented a home with no bathrooms and chickens in the yard. After a...

In this amazing audiobook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of Italy. Separated into sections such as its geography, its landmarks, famous Italian figures from history and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting Italy, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your audio catalogue. Find the information you need, fast!

Steeped in history, culture and traditions, London remains one of the largest and most populous cities on the planet. Small wonder then, that some of history's greatest poets have been inspired by it.

In this audio, you'll discover local advice that will help you throughout your trip. Travel like a local. Slow down and get to know the people and the culture of a place. By the time you finish this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit The Basque Country. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.