New Releases by Chris Smith

Can the new Famous Five catch the thief and find the forgotten treasure before it''s too late? Join the original Famous Five and a new group of children in this exciting new adventure by bestselling author Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton. When Fran, Tom, Maddy and Gilbert the dog stay with Professor George Kirrin for the holidays, they soon find themselves caught up in a robbery of a top-secret treasure map. Professor George will have to tell them about an old case of the Famous Five if they''re ever going to catch the thief and rescue the forgotten treasure... The Famous Five by Enid Blyton was one of Chris Smith''s favourite series as a child. Now, this bestselling author weaves the action, adventure and danger of this thrilling and exciting world into a brand-new story, perfect for every generation of readers. Join the adventure!

A new classic from the world of Roald Dahl! When a moving van arrives next door to the Twits and Mr. and Mrs. Lovely get out, that’s bad enough. But it gets WORSE. . . Their two Lovely children, Ruff and Tumble, have moved in next door too. And the Twits HATE children. (Sorry if you are one. We don’t hate you, just to be clear.) The Twits decide the Lovelies MUST go. Even if it means some serious plotting, which involves: a hungry tiger, GIANT catapults, and LOTS of disgusting dog hair. Will the horrible pair succeed in their dastardly plan? Or can the Lovelies out-trick the terrible Twits?

From the incredible imagination of bestselling author Chris Smith comes a hilarious fantasy adventure for 8-12 readers. Cressida Cowell meets Robin Stevens with a dash of Pixar gold. ''Never, ever eliminate the impossible.'' Clarity Jones When Mutt gets a job as an apprentice at the leading detective agency in the realm of Rillia, he''s not expecting to work with ex-princesses, snow gnoblins and the most notorious assassin of the White Hand Clan. And he''s definitely not expecting to be thrown in the deep end on the agency''s toughest and most dangerous job yet - the mysterious case of the vanishing jester . . . From the incredible imagination of Chris Smith - bestselling author and now a major new solo talent - comes a hilarious adventure for fans of Cressida Cowell, Robin Stevens and Disney Pixar. ''A laugh-out-loud funny and exciting adventure!'' Cressida Cowell on Frankie Best Hates Quests.

**With a Foreword by OLIVER BURKEMAN, bestselling author of the Sunday Times bestseller Four Thousand Weeks** Written is a transformative guide that anyone can use to overcome their blocks and build a successful writing habit. Many people think that there''s only one ''right'' way to get the writing done - or that trying harder is the key. Award-winning writers, productivity coaches and co-founders of Prolifiko Bec Evans and Chris Smith know this isn''t true. Having coached over 10,000 writers, they''ve learned that productivity is personal. Their unique, results-driven approach is designed to help you find a realistic and sustainable practice that will get you to the end of any writing project, no matter how stuck you feel. Applying research from neuroscience and psychology, and based on the authors'' own practice and findings, Written will show you how to manage your time effectively, how to visualise and set successful goals, how to recover from setbacks, and ultimately how to create writing habits that work for you. Along the way, you''ll hear inspiring and relatable stories from other writers who have overcome their struggles to find success. Each chapter ends with practical coaching exercises that you can start implementing right now. For anyone with a project they need to get written - whether a business book, thesis or work of fiction - this inspiring book offers practical strategies to beat the inner critic, find time, keep motivated and write.

Originally published in 1986, the 1970s and 80s saw the emergence of the ‘the new working class’ or ‘new middle class’. This book is an authoritative study of the ‘white collar workers’ relationship with their unions and analysis of their newly designated class. The authors drew extensively on original fieldwork and verbatim accounts from technical workers and foremen in industry. White Collar Workers examines the particular circumstances of different groups of workers and their functions in relation to capital and labour. It analyses changes in the composition of union membership and the effect of these changes on the structure and policy of unions.

Fans of Marvel and Pixar will not want to miss this epic superhero adventure with a twist from Radio 1 broadcasters and bestselling authors of KID NORMAL and THE GREAT DREAM ROBBERY. ''Onward to the unknown!'' It''s just another day at the office for world-famous superhero Doctor Extraordinary as he battles his arch-nemesis Captain Chaos in yet another epic showdown. Unfortunately this one doesn''t quite go to plan and they both get blown up inside a giant robot. Twelve-year-old Sonny Nelson, is devastated. A world without heroes is totally rubbish! But things take an even more extraordinary turn when Doctor Extraordinary returns as a ghost and only Sonny can see him . . . Readers LOVE The Great Dream Robbery- ''I wanna be a member of the Dream Bandits!'' ''Escapist and daft and just a whole lot of fun'' ''Thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to crazy end'' ''This madcap adventure could have only been dreamt up by the crazy minds of Greg James and Chris Smith - part science-fiction, part mission impossible, part mystery that needs solving and a whole lot of fun''

Drawing on case studies from the UK, Ireland, US and Australia, this book addresses the major workplace challenges of HRM today to create a textbook for the 21st century.

"A Patient''s Narrative" offers an honest and compelling look into a mental institution, specifically Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH) in Middletown, Connecticut, from the perspective of a former patient. Both unique and deeply personal, this book highlights stories and lessons that will never be reported due to the hospital''s fear of losing support and funding. Learn the truth about life in a mental institution through these pages. This is as close as you can get. This comprehensive book is filled with advice and expectations that will be beneficial for anyone coming into a mental health hospital or other incarcerating institution, those studying mental hospitals, or anybody who is looking to learn more about the mental health system - particularly in Connecticut. The author shares real life examples of events, people, and activities that happened at WFH. He also shares advice on how to deal with situations, people, and scenarios that helped him during his time at the hospital. Fundamentally, this book was written to share the "whole picture" of mental health institutions and systems from the patient''s point of view. For far too long, this has been an underreported and undervalued segment of mental health literature due to patients being incapable or afraid to come forward and share their stories.

"Poetry From Behind Mental Walls" is a breathtaking poetry book that dives into the complexities of the author''s life experiences. These poems are masterfully crafted and meticulously regimented to showcase the perspectives of life growing up in suburban to rural America, specifically Northern Virginia, Ohio, Colorado, and Connecticut. The poems in this book dive into each moment of the author''s life - elaborating on his education, extracurriculars like sports, boy scouts, and mentoring. At some point, everyone who experiences the wonders of life also must face its hardships and challenges. Life is never without struggle, and the author found himself in a battle with mental illness - being admitted to institutions like Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH) and the Psychiatric Security and Review Board, the PSRB. Through it all, he persevered. He has lived an admirable life, and it has manifested into compelling poetry that is certain to touch your heart with each verse.

Stories from oral traditions from a variety of historical, cultural and world sources, with story sources and resources for families.

Unlike most 12 year-olds, Maya Clayton is desperate to go to bed early. Falling asleep is the only chance she has to save her dad - the brilliant but slightly odd Professor Dexter. The Professor invented a device that allows you to visit other people''s dreams. But the devious Lilith Delamere has trapped him inside a nightmare and Maya and the mysterious Dream Bandits must find a way to rescue him before it''s too late! Maya will face a dangerous journey and some difficult choices. But sometimes all you need is a dream . . . and a bit of courage. Featuring a hospital heist, some banana-loving llamas and a talking cat called Bin Bag, this is one mind-bending adventure you won''t want to wake up from.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A raw, compelling memoir of baseball, family, fame, addiction, and recovery, by one of the most beloved baseball players of his generation “Beautifully rendered . . . Readers and fans will be rooting for him to enter the Hall of Fame and rooting even harder for him to stay sober.”—The Wall Street Journal How does it feel to be born with enormous gifts, in a life shadowed by tragedy? What does it mean when the gift that opens the world for us is not enough to stop us from losing the things we love? And what new gifts do we find in that loss? Baseball had been CC Sabathia’s life since he was a kid in gritty, baseball-obsessed Vallejo, California. He was a star by the time he was a preteen and a professional athlete when he was still a teenager. Everything he knew about how to be a person—an adult, a husband and father, a leader—he learned in rhythm with the baseball season, the every-fifth-day high-intensity spotlight of a starting pitcher, all while dealing with one of the sport’s most turbulent eras: racism in a sport with diminishing black presence; the era of performance-enhancing drugs; and the increasing tension between high-value contracts and sports owners who moved players around like game pieces. But his biggest struggle was with his own body and mind: Buoyed his whole life by talent and a fiery competitive spirit, CC found himself dealing with the steady and eventually alarming breakdown of his own body and his growing addiction in a world that encouraged and enabled it. Till the End is the thrilling memoir of one of the most beloved players in the game, a veteran star of the sport’s marquee team during its latest championship era. It’s also a book about baseball—about the ins and outs of its most important and technical position and its evolution in this volatile era. But woven within it is the moving, universal story of resilience and mortality and discovering what matters.

_______________ In a top secret school for kids with superpowers, it''s hard being the only ''normal'' one. Read all four novels in the awesome Kid Normal series by Greg James and Chris Smith in one super-bundle! _______________ Praise for Kid Normal: ''So funny, it''s almost criminal'' - Independent ''Outrageous capers'' - Guardian _______________ Murph Cooper has a problem. He''s at a new school. It''s top secret, which is a bit weird. And, oh yeah, all his classmates have superpowers and can fly or control the weather or conjure tiny horses from mid air. But Murph is just a normal kid. He has no spectacular powers, no extraordinary talents and zero special skills. There''s nothing he can do to save the world. Or is there? Join Kid Normal and the Super Zeroes as they defeat dastardly supervillains and uncover evil plans, because, after all, you don''t need superpowers to be a hero. _______________ This eBook bundle contains: - Kid Normal - Kid Normal and the Rogue Heroes - Kid Normal and the Shadow Machine - Kid Normal and the Final Five

After a dramatic jailbreak at a top-secret prison, the planet''s most dangerous supervillains are on the loose! Luckily, Murph Cooper and the Super Zeroes are on hand to chase them down. But though they manage to bring in a whole host of bad guys, they can''t find their nemesis Magpie anywhere. Little do they know that he''s linked up with another old enemy.... the super smarmy Nicholas Knox is back! Together, they''ve developed a dastardly machine that can GIVE people superpowers! In the wrong hands, it has the potential to bring about the end of the World of Heroes as we know it ... and it just happens to be in the wrongest hands of all. Will the Super Zeroes triumph against the odds as they use their unusual talents and wits to bring down the world''s craftiest villains?

Hoosiers have always loved basketball! Long before Larry Bird carried Indiana State University to the 1979 NCAA National Championship or Bobby Knight walked the sidelines at Indiana University, basketball fostered community identity across the Hoosier state. From Indiana''s tiniest towns to its biggest cities, high school basketball is a source of pride, unifying communities with different races, religions, and social and economic status. First drawn simply to documenting the architecture of Indiana''s high school buildings and basketball courts, Chris Smith and Michael Keating quickly discovered that the real story was about more than just brick and mortar, maple and shellac. Told repeatedly by locals how important these places were to their communities, they began to embrace the "game on Saturday, church on Sunday" mantra that is found in many towns through Indiana, watching countless hours of basketball and becoming a part of the Hoosier tradition themselves. With over 150 color photographs and unforgettable stories from high school basketball and beyond, Chasing Indiana''s Game: The Hoosier Hardwood Project is a tribute to the Hoosier state and all who love basketball.

“Should appeal to readers who enjoy the Captain Underpants and Wimpy Kid series.” - School Library Connection on Kid Normal Since becoming Kid Normal, Murph Cooper and the Super Zeroes – fellow students with arguably less-than-useful talents like the ability to conjure tiny horses from thin air – have been catching bad guys all over the place. But being a hero isn''t easy, especially when you can''t tell anyone about your epic adventures and your classmates still don''t believe you''ve got what it takes. And then, far away in a top-secret prison, the world''s most feared supervillain breaks his thirty-year silence. His first words? “Bring Kid Normal to me!” This supervillain was responsible for stealing the powers from some of the greatest Heroes Alliance members of all time. Does Murph have what it takes to bring him down? With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this laugh-out-loud story proves that heroes come in all shapes and sizes.

Smith''s first encounter with okra was of the worst kind: slimy and fried at a greasy-spoon diner. Despite that introduction, he developed a fascination with okra, leading him to discover a range of delicious ways to cook and eat this vagabond vegetable. Here Smith provides a roving and rich collection of okra history, lore, recipes, craft projects, growing advice, and so much more. -- adapted from back cover

‘A riveting read.’ – Professor Richard Aldrich ‘The Last Cambridge Spy is not just a fascinating, well-paced book about an interesting individual, but it also invites us to re-appraise the very idea of the “Cambridge spy ring”.’ – Sir Dermot Turing John Cairncross was among the most damaging spies of the twentieth century. A member of the infamous Cambridge Ring of Five, he leaked highly sensitive documents from Bletchley Park, MI6 and the Treasury to the Soviet Union – including the first atomic secrets and raw decrypts from Enigma and Tunny that influenced the outcome of the Battle of Kursk in 1943. In 2014, Cairncross appeared as a secondary, though key, character in the biopic of Alan Turing’s life, The Imitation Game. While the other members of the Cambridge Ring of Five have been the subject of extensive biographical study, Cairncross has largely been overlooked by both academic and popular writers. Despite clear interest, he has remained a mystery – until now. The Last Cambridge Spy is the first ever biography of John Cairncross, using recently released material to tell the story of his life and espionage.

Murph Cooper ha un problema. La sua nuova scuola è top secret e super strana. I suoi compagni sanno volare, controllare il tempo o far apparire minuscoli cavalli dal nulla. E Murph? Qual è la sua capacità straordinaria? Ehm, ecco... nessuna.

For fans of Stuart Gibbs comes a hilarious, illustrated middle-grade adventure debut about a superhero with no superpowers. “Should appeal to readers who enjoy the Captain Underpants and Wimpy Kid series.” - School Library Connection When Murph Cooper begins his new school several weeks into the year, he can''t help but feel a bit out of his depth. And it''s not because he''s worried about where to sit, making friends, and fitting in. It''s because his mom has accidentally enrolled him at a school for superheroes. And unlike his fellow students, who can control the weather or fly or conjure tiny horses from thin air, Murph has no special abilities whatsoever. But Murph''s totally normal abilities might just be what the world needs. Because not far away is a great big bad guy who is half man and half wasp, and his mind is abuzz with evil plans . . . and when he comes after the best and the brightest, it''s up to Murph to be the real hero. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this laugh-out-loud story proves that heroes come in all shapes and sizes.

" ... The user-friendly guide to everyone''s favourite smartphone. It''s rather more than a phone of course - this straightforward book tells you exactly what you need to know: learn how to email, navigate, listen to music, play games, take photos, search the internet, use apps for every conceivable function and much more.

The complete, uncensored history of the award-winning The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, as told by its correspondents, writers, and host. For almost seventeen years, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart brilliantly redefined the borders between television comedy, political satire, and opinionated news coverage. It launched the careers of some of today''s most significant comedians, highlighted the hypocrisies of the powerful, and garnered 23 Emmys. Now the show''s behind-the-scenes gags, controversies, and camaraderie will be chronicled by the players themselves, from legendary host Jon Stewart to the star cast members and writers-including Samantha Bee, Stephen Colbert, John Oliver, Steve Carell, Lewis Black, Jessica Williams, John Hodgman, and Larry Wilmore-plus some of The Daily Show''s most prominent guests and adversaries: John and Cindy McCain, Glenn Beck, Tucker Carlson, and many more. This oral history takes the reader behind the curtain for all the show''s highlights, from its origins as Comedy Central''s underdog late-night program hosted by Craig Kilborn to Jon Stewart''s long reign to Trevor Noah''s succession, rising from a scrappy jester in the 24-hour political news cycle to become part of the beating heart of politics-a trusted source for not only comedy but also commentary, with a reputation for calling bullshit and an ability to effect real change in the world. Through years of incisive election coverage, Jon Stewart''s emotional monologue in the wake of 9/11, his infamous confrontation on Crossfire, passionate debates with President Obama and Hillary Clinton, feuds with Bill O''Reilly and Fox, the Indecisions, Mess O''Potamia, and provocative takes on Wall Street and racism, The Daily Show has been a cultural touchstone. Now, for the first time, the people behind the show''s seminal moments come together to share their memories of the last-minute rewrites, improvisations, pranks, romances, blow-ups, and moments of Zen both on and off the set of one of America''s most groundbreaking shows.

This book teaches the most crucial function of a chord instrument in the Celtic seisún (session)- that of playing tasteful, interesting, imaginative, and supportive improvised accompaniment. Celtic Back-Up presents accurate and directly applicable information on the theory, conception, stylistic considerations, procedures, and resources for accompaniment. Every facet of seisún accompaniment is thoroughly explored. with this book you will come to understand why many of our Celtic authors are reluctant to suggest chord accompaniment with their melodies in the first place; the idea is to be open to fresh ideas and improvise the accompaniment as you go.

Sabbath Day is about the day of rest given to humanity on behalf of The Lord Jesus Christ. The day of rest should be a day of no work or labor, a day of enjoyment, a day of family time, and a day of Praise. The book was written for those who are doers of the Word of God by faith with obedience, and not a hearer only. “Sabbath Day was finished because I believe by faith that my book will help people rest from working ourselves to death,” says author Chris Smith.

"If you need more traffic, leads and sales, you need The Conversion Code." Neil Patel co-founder Crazy Egg "We''ve helped 11,000+ businesses generate more than 31 million leads and consider The Conversion Code a must read." Oli Gardner co-founder Unbounce "We''d been closing 55% of our qualified appointments. We increased that to 76% as a direct result of implementing The Conversion Code." Dan Stewart CEO Happy Grasshopper "The strategies in The Conversion Code are highly effective and immediately helped our entire sales team. The book explains the science behind selling in a way that is simple to remember and easy to implement." Steve Pacinelli CMO BombBomb Capture and close more Internet leads with a new sales script and powerful marketing templates The Conversion Code provides a step-by-step blueprint for increasing sales in the modern, Internet-driven era. Today''s consumers are savvy, and they have more options than ever before. Capturing their attention and turning it into revenue requires a whole new approach to marketing and sales. This book provides clear guidance toward conquering the new paradigm shift towards online lead generation and inside sales. You''ll learn how to capture those invaluable Internet leads, convert them into appointments, and close more deals. Regardless of product or industry, this proven process will increase both the quantity and quality of leads and put your sales figures on the rise. Traditional sales and marketing advice is becoming less and less relevant as today''s consumers are spending much more time online, and salespeople are calling, emailing, and texting leads instead of meeting them in person. This book shows you where to find them, how to engage them, and how to position your company as the ideal solution to their needs. Engage with consumers more effectively online Leverage the strengths of social media, apps, and blogs to capture more leads for less money Convert more Internet leads into real-world prospects and sales appointments Make connections on every call and learn the exact words that close more sales The business world is moving away from "belly-to-belly" interactions and traditional advertising. Companies are forced to engage with prospective customers first online—the vast majority through social media, mobile apps, blogs, and live chat—before ever meeting in person. Yesterday''s marketing advice no longer applies to today''s tech savvy, mobile-first, social media-addicted consumer, and the new sales environment demands that you meet consumers where they are and close them, quickly. The Conversion Code gives you an actionable blueprint for capturing Internet leads and turning them into customers.

Have you been hurt recently or in the past and tried to just forget about it and get over it? Do you tend to bury painful emotions? Do you find yourself avoiding certain people? Do certain places and things cause you to feel that hurt all over again? Are you on the verge of running from your present circumstance because the pressure of change within yourself is too much to bear? Does the idea that something or somebody new will provide the answer appeal to you? Are you tired of hurting the ones you love the most? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the guidance in this book can help! You will learn how to respond to trials by walking in forgiveness and discerning Gods will for your life. Through Gods grace there is hope and healing for any trial or heartbreak you are facing.

KETTLEBELL AMAZING WOD EXERCISES TO GET IN SHAPE FAST! This "Kettlebell" book contains proven steps and strategies on how to lose weight and tone your muscles using only the Russian kettlebell. Today only, get this Amazing Amazon book for this incredibly discounted price! This book covers all the factors that affect weight loss including workouts, resting and diet. By using the tips suggested in this book, you will be able to lose weight fast without the need for expensive equipment. The kettlebell exercises are really easy and they could also be integrated to the workouts that you are already doing. The nutrition principle suggested by this book follows the Paleo and low carb diet. We hope that you will reach your workout goals by using the tips suggested in this book. Here Is A Preview Of What You''ll Learn... Workout Principles Using The Russian Kettlebell To Get In Shape The Kettlebell And Cross Fit Training 30 Day Kettlebell WOD Exercises Cross Training High Intensity Interval Training Making Your Metabolism Work For You How Weight Loss Happens Low Carb Diet The Paleo Diet Much, Much More! Get your copy today!

This "Fat Loss" book contains proven steps and strategies on how to get in shape, and lose weight fast! Today only, get this Amazing Amazon book for this limited time low price! Fat Loss Secrets Reveals What Works And What Doesn''t! Over the years, countless fad diets have come and gone. Along with the fad diets came the supplements. At first, some of the supplements seemed like they could be of benefit to you and healthy for you to consume, but as time goes by so does the supplement industry. Supplements are now chemically engineered magic potion pills. Some of them do help you lose body fat, but at what expense to your health? It doesn''t have to be this complicated! If you are tired of riding the diet roller coaster and jumping on and off the hope train of the supplement industry, then you have come to the right place. This is where, armored with the truth, you can take control of your body and achieve your dreams for good. So read this book, apply the principles, and lose fat. Here Is A Preview Of What You''ll Learn... The Truth About Weight Loss The Law Of Thermodynamics Defining A Caloric Deficit For Fast Fat Loss How Fitness Ads Don''t Know Fat Loss! Why Some Diets And Supplements Work How To Create Your Own Personal Caloric Deficit Plan How To Get The Very Best Results That You Can Stick With Long Term Much, Much More! Get your copy today! Check Out What Others are Saying about Fat Loss Secrets! This book really breaks down all of the fad diets out there and gives you the real dirt on the best ways to obtain true fat loss...In overall, it''s a quality book showing you no-fail ways on how to finally lose that weight...backed up by objective facts and lots of great advice. I certainly learned a lot from this one I''m excited to try! - Nick J. This book is a precise, concise explanation of why and how weight loss programs work or don''t work. It is a short book that will not bore the reader with too much information; it has all the information anyone needs to succeed in weight loss and healthy living. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to lose weight. - Allison Kahn I think we all make things a lot harder than they need to be. Losing weight does not need to be that hard. Chris Smith has laid out a simple program that anyone can do to lose the extra pounds you may have picked up. You should read this before you go on your next diet. - James Hoag Thank you! I really liked this sentence "also keep in mind that a pound of fat amounts to 3500 calories sitting inside you." Ouch! What a good way to look at the 3 slices of pizza you are about to consume! - Saffron LVF

Camber today boasts a beautiful new clubhouse and a thriving membership - but it was not always so. This book charts the trials and tribulations of more than a hundred years of this unique sports club''s history, from murky beginnings in the early years of the twentieth century to the present day. It describes how Camber survived two world wars, two evictions, crippling debts, a serious of internal battles and thefts and finally the 2013 fire. Along the way we meet the personalities who made the club and enabled it to survive - and some who nearly brought about its demise.