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The Unofficial Ultimate Harry Potter Spellbook is a beautiful, elegantly designed reference that details all of the known spells cast in the Harry Potter films, books, video games and card games, as well as official Harry Potter spinoffs, such as Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Each spell is given its own entry including spell name, pronunciation details, a description of the spell effect, spell casting methods, wand movements, hand movements and vocalizations, plus primary sources in which the spell was used. Readers will also find trivia related to each spell, such as who it was used against, what the outcome was, or what a spell's unusual history might be.

From child prodigy to global superstar, Celine Dion's career has been nothing short of extraordinary. This charming book is a celebration of her dazzling journey - packed with fabulous facts, standout quotes and unforgettable milestones.<br/><br/>Trace Celine's path from her childhood experiences and legendary Eurovision win to her chart-topping hits and game-changing Las Vegas residencies. Relive her bold fashion choices and discover the profound influence she continues to have on fans and fellow artists around the globe.<br/><br/>Whether you've followed the singer from the beginning or are just discovering her powerhouse vocals, this delightful guide captures the spirit, talent and charisma of a true pop and style icon.<br/><br/><b>Sample Content:</b><br/>"I worked really hard, and I surpassed myself... I didn't have, visually, what it took. I was not pretty, I had teeth problems, and I was very skinny. I didn't fit the mould." - <i>Celine Dion</i><br/><br/>"I'm not looking for career attention, for more success, more money. I'm just singing songs I chose because I love them." -<i> Celine Dion</i><br/><br/>"If I can't run I'll walk. If I can't walk. I'll crawl. But I won't stop." -<i> Celine Dion</i><br/><br/>Celine Dion recorded her very first song at just 12 years old. The song, titled <i>Ce n'etait qu'un reve</i> ("It Was Only a Dream"), was co-written by her mother Thereses and brother Jacques, showcasing the family's early belief in her talent. That single track caught the attention of her future manager, launching a career that would soon take the world by storm.

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<b><i>Marilyn Monroe: Reflections</i> presents both famous and unseen photographs of the celebrated actress, alongside iconic quotes from and about Monroe.</b> <br/><br/> "If I am a star...the people made me a star. No studio, no person, but the people did." - Marilyn Monroe <br/><br/> Marilyn Monroe is one of the most celebrated icons from the twentieth century who devoted her life to the silver screen. Her beauty and charisma were captured in images taken by some of the great photographers of the era including Eve Arnold and Richard Avedon. <i>Marilyn Monroe: Reflections</i> showcases a number of loved photographs alongside iconic quotes by Monroe and those who knew and admired her including Bonnie Greer, Elton John, and Zadie Smith. <br/><br/> From her early years as Norma Jeane, to her unforgettable roles in The Seven Year Itch, and The Misfits, this beautiful giftbook offers readers a personal perspective on the well-loved icon. Monroe sought agency in shaping her career which is illustrated through her own words and her collaboration with photographers in creating her image. <br/><br/> A short introduction by Rosie Broadley, Senior Curator at the National Portrait Gallery, explores Monroe's enduring legacy and cultural impact.

Have you ever savoured the last crumb of a delicious cake and thought, ooh...that takes me back to a happy place? Anna Berghe has been doing just that savouring happy memories of her grandma s baking and carefully curating her recipes to keep the delightful cultural heritage of Swedish fika alive. If you ve heard about this now world-famous phenomenon but never really experienced it at grass roots level then this is the book for you. We ll step into the atmosphere of a bygone era and bring it right up to date, with tips on how to re-create that special sense of togetherness over coffee and cake!

<strong>'EVERYONE IS GOING TO BE TALKING ABOUT THIS BOOK' </strong>BELLA MACKIE <br/><br/> <strong>'NIGHTMARISH, SHOCKING, BRILLIANT'</strong> <em>STYLIST</em> <br/><br/> <strong>'THE BOOK THAT WILL BE EVERYWHERE' </strong> <em>INDEPENDENT</em> <br/><br/><strong>'INTELLIGENT, INCISIVE, INSANELY READABLE' </strong>JENNIE GODFREY <br/><br/><strong>'BOLD, BITING. WILL LEAVE YOU GASPING' </strong>NITA PROSE <br/><br/><strong>'WICKEDLY FUNNY, FRIGHTENINGLY PERCEPTIVE' </strong>ABIGAIL DEAN <br/><br/><strong>'INVENTIVE, ADDICTIVE, A WILD RIDE'</strong> ASHLEY AUDRAIN <br/><br/><strong>'SHOT THROUGH WITH HUMOUR, LACED WITH DARKNESS'</strong> CLARE MACKINTOSH <br/><br/><strong>'<em>THE STEPFORD WIVES</em> MEETS <em>THE HANDMAID'S TALE</em>'</strong> HANNAH DEITCH <br/><br/> <strong> <em>'My name is Natalie Heller Mills, and I was perfect at being alive...'</em> </strong> <br/><br/>Natalie lives a traditional lifestyle - and has the social media accounts to prove it. Her charming farmhouse on her working ranch is artfully cluttered, her husband is a handsome cowboy, her homemade sourdough boules are each more beautiful than the last. So what if there are nannies and producers and industrial-grade ovens behind the scenes? What Natalie's followers don't know won't hurt them. <br/><br/>Then, one morning, Natalie wakes up in a strange, horrible version of reality. Her home, her husband, her children-they're all familiar, but something's off. Is this a hoax? A reality show? A test from God? Natalie knows just two things for sure: this isn't her perfect life, and she must escape, by any means possible. <br/><br/> <strong>NOW BEING ADAPTED INTO A MAJOR FILM STARRING ANNE HATHAWAY</strong>

<b></b><b>Both cutting and laugh-out-loud, this is Sir Terry Pratchett at his best, shining a light upon the real world through a pageturning adventure across the streets of Ankh-Morpork</b><b><br/><br/><b>'This book has so much more than most. Excellent read, absolutely worth your time' Patrick Rothfuss, <i>New York Times </i>bestselling author of <i>The Name of the Wind</i></b><br/><br/><b>'Funny in a clever, scholarly, satire sort of way, with an occasional bad pun or lowbrow shot to keep you on your toes . . . If you, like me, have been living in a hole and ignoring Pratchett, then this is a good one with which to start' Brandon Sanderson, <i>Sunday Times</i> bestselling author of The Stormlight Archive</b><br/><br/>'Be a MAN in the City Watch! The City Watch needs MEN!'<br/><br/>But what it's got includes Corporal Carrot (technically a dwarf), Lance-constable Cuddy (really a dwarf), Lance-constable Detritus (a troll), Lance-constable Angua (a woman... most of the time) and Corporal Nobbs (disqualified from the human race for shoving).<br/><br/>And they need all the help they can get. Because they've only got 24 hours to clean up the town and this is Ankh-Morpork we're talking about...<br/><br/><b>Readers love <i>Men At Arms</i>:</b><br/><br/><b>'In the running for the funniest book of all time . . . Fans of fantasy or just fans of laughing need to stop what they are doing and read both this book'</b> Goodreads reviewer,<br/><br/>'While holding a mirror to the unsettling bits of ourselves <b>still manages easily and seemingly effortlessly to shine with hope and kindness</b> and sarcasm-tinged deep understanding of humanity. That's <b>quintessential Terry Pratchett</b> for you' Goodreads reviewer,<br/><br/>'<b>This book was just so well written</b>, and the characters in the Night Watch including the new recruits are so well formed after even only a couple of pages' Goodreads reviewer,<br/><br/>'<b>The humour is dark, the action breathtaking</b>, the characters lively. <b>I laughed and cried almost through the entire book</b> and was once again astonished how on-point the author was about current events and human nature' Goodreads reviewer,<br/><br/><b>'Delightful and a great attack on the ridiculousness and danger of personal firearms'</b> Goodreads reviewer,<br/><br/><b>'I definitely urge anyone who enjoys fantasy, adventure, humor, satire and a touch of hard boiled mystery to check this one out asap'</b> Goodreads reviewer, </b>