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Brought to you by Penguin. The hilarious story of Britain's best-known dog lover Martin Clunes, two uncontrollable Jack Russell puppies, and a whirlwind of canine chaos . . . A TALE OF TWO PUPPIES When Martin Clunes welcomed two adorable Jack Russell puppies, John and Murray, into his Dorset...

Have you ever thought you were being followed or watched? Have you ever needed to follow or observe someone and not be seen? In the world of espionage, surveillance and surveillance detection are a way of life. It is the job of every CIA operations officer to make sure he or she is not under...

As Ellie’s 50th birthday approaches and her ambitions of a steady income, a successful career and an ascent of Everest seem as far away as ever, she begins to doubt she’s capable of achieving anything at all. So when her best friend Mick suggests a gruelling cycle ride from Land’s End to John o’Groats, she takes up the challenge. They opt for the scenic route which takes them along cycle paths, towpaths and the back roads and byways of Britain, unable to resist sampling beers in the pubs they pass along the way.

John Saint Ryan has traveled the world working with horses. His behavior with all students—whether equine or human—aligns with his principles, a rare and admirable practice. He shares his knowledge with agility, openness, humor, and grace, often in a poetic manner. This audiobook is a joy to listen to, as you’ll discover John's love and humility when he describes the lessons his mentor, Tom Dorrance, helped him learn. His humor shines through as he recounts horse stories from earlier days.

Bobbie the Wonder dog crossed more than 2,500 miles of plains, desert and mountains to find his way home - and became the inspiration for Lassie. Cher Ami the pigeon, despite being shot twice, delivered a message that saved the lives of 194 soldiers in 1918. Trakr the police dog spent two days exhaustively searching Ground Zero and found the last survivor of the 9/11 attacks. Ever since Alexander the Great named a city after the horse who saved his life in battle (and another after his dog), human history wouldn't be the same without the awe-inspiring tales of amazing animals.

I am a half-arser. A shave-one-legger. A rinse-the-plates-and-tell-myself-any-residual-dirt-will-improve-my-immune-system-er. And yet, I still want to live better, improve my relationships, build a career, enjoy hobbies, have ethics, and live a full, passionate, varied life. And it's possible. This book will teach you to harness the power of half-arsedness to improve the things you actually care about improving, without expending more than you have to give. It's not going to turn you into a superhuman, but it will help you feel more human.

John Scott has lived a varied life, but whether it's behind the scenes of a regional theatre, working on costumes for Hollywood movies such as Interview with a Vampire or Four Weddings and a Funeral or presenting TV shows like This Morning with Richard and Judy, his love of sewing and the humble needle and thread has run, like a rich seam, through everything he does.

Beyond Beauty, a new William Collins book, full description to follow when available...

In 1974, a disenfranchised young man from a broken home set out to do the impossible. With $100 in his pocket, a beat-up cavalry saddle, and a faraway look in his eye, John Egenes saddled his horse Gizmo and started down the trail on an adventure across the North American continent. Their seven-month journey took them across 11 states, from California to Virginia, ocean to ocean.

This audiobook, created by an experienced house call veterinarian whose practice focuses on geriatric pets, teaches you everything you need to know about arthritis in dogs. Whether your best friend is already suffering from joint disease and you want to know what you can do to help or you want to be ready when this all-too-common ailment does occur, this book is for you!

Ben fell in love with orchids as a nine-year-old, when his parents bought him a Cymbidium. That love then led him to spend his twenties in various tropical cities, teaching English and exploring jungles where exotic orchid species grew wild, pollinated by hummingbirds, huge moths and more. After a decade abroad, Ben returned to the UK. Here, his passion re-ignited when he encountered a colony of Bee orchids, a cryptic species which tricks bees into mating with its flowers. Ben was entranced.

Growing your own garden in an apartment might seem like an impossible feat–but it's not. If you want to learn how to transform your small balcony or urban rooftop into a flourishing garden, then you need this book.

People have always favored the more traditional meat sources such as chickens, beef, pork, and the other commonly consumed livestock. But there is even a better meat source that you have probably ignored for too long. Rabbit is a livestock that is surprisingly cheap to keep, but yet, very healthy as a meat source. This book teaches you how to raise rabbits for little or no cost at all.

Summer Puppy Training Bootcamp is your step-by-step summer guide to transforming a playful puppy into a well-behaved family dog. Longer days and warmer weather mean more opportunities to train outdoors and include the whole family in the fun. This audiobook is designed especially for first-time puppy parents (individuals and families alike) who often bring home new puppies in spring or summer. With kids on vacation and plenty of outdoor time, summer is the perfect season to bond with your pup and establish good habits from day one.

'This is a book for anyone who has ever thought they didn't quite fit in' -- Beverley Cuddy, Dogs Today 'An inspirational story that is told with humour, candour and humility that I am sure will offer hope to others who also struggle with their mental health' -- Mark Winstanley Chief Executive...

Welcome to the John Oberg Podcast! John Oberg, a vegan and animal rights activist for 15 years, introduces his new podcast aimed at discussing all aspects of veganism. The show features bi-weekly discussions with experts, scholars, and enthusiasts on the importance of saving animals and promoting better eating habits. The goal is to extend the conversation beyond the vegan community and instigate societal change by highlighting the significance of protecting animals and empowering their voices.

Many people think of homesteaders and older folk canning away in their kitchen, but increasingly younger people and urban gardeners are interested in preserving the produce they have grown or even making their own healthy preserves from fresh fruit and vegetables bought from the supermarket.

This book guides you through the complete process of preserving fresh produce from start to finish. You will learn everything for methods such as freezing, canning, dehydrating, pickling, jamming, making fruit leathers and cordials and more. This complete guide turns you into an expert preserver!

John Burnam served two combat tours in the Vietnam War (1966, 1968), first as a US Army infantryman and then as a German shepherd scout-dog handler. John quickly learned the incredible advantages of having a dog to detect the sight, sound, and scent of hidden dangers. The dog was far superior to even the most experienced combat soldier at alerting on distant enemy noises and movement, finding hidden enemy caches of ammunition and supplies, searching base camps, and locating camouflaged tunnel entrances.

Heritage recipes, modern reviews, and stories from the family table. Honoring the past, one meal at a time. delpaggios.substack.com

The New Restaurant Manager Part 2: Next Level continues with more practical advice for new restaurant managers who want to accelerate their careers. It is written in a thoughtful and conversational style with real-life examples and practical advice that new managers can use today. This audiobook helps new restaurant managers avoid mistakes, problems, and bad career decisions that might kill or slow down promotions.