March 2018 Buyer's Notes - Turnaround Publisher Services

MONTHLY CATALOGUE

MARCH 2018 AND NEWLY ANNOUNCED TITLES

OCTOBER 2017 – FEBRUARY 2018

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Contents: New Fiction & Crime Fiction...... pg. 4-10 Graphic Novels.......................... pg. 10-18 Children’s & Young Adult........... pg. 18-20 Non-Fiction Titles....................... pg. 20-30 Commission Titles..................... pg. 31 Newly Announced . ................... pg. 31-39

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Editor’s Letter If our new books are anything to go by, 2018 is shaping up to be one helluva year! There are so many fabulous sounding titles it’s hard to choose just a few, but we’ve given it our best shot…

March in fiction is bursting with excitement! First up we have The Diamond Setter (p5, Other Press, 9781590518915, p/b, £12.99) by Moshe Sakal. Inspired by true events, this bestselling Israeli novel traces a complex web of love triangles, homoerotic tensions,and family secrets across generations and borders. Meanwhile A Guide for Murdered Children (p4, Blue Rider Press, 9780399574528, h/b, £18.99), is a spooky, thoroughly original and hauntingly written psychological thriller with an otherworldly surprise.

And just to compound the mystery, the author is ‘Sarah Sparrow’ – a pseudonym for a very-well known author… but we can’t tell you who!

And, because we simply can’t confine ourselves to two novels, there is also The Stone Tide (p4, Influx Press, 9781910312070, p/b, £9.99) by Gareth E. Rees: a novel about grief, loss, history and the imagination. It is about how people make the place and the place makes the person. Above all it is about the stories we tell to make sense of the world.

In children’s books, foodie parents will delight in Julia, Child (p19, Tundra, 9780735264014, p/b, £6.99) – a charming, whimsically illustrated picture book about joie de vivre, told from the perspective of a child named Julia who loves to cook.

Older kids will be dying to sink their teeth into Wilder Country (p20, Text, 9781925498530, p/b, £6.99), the hotly-anticipated sequel to Mark Smith’s The Road to Winter (2017), an exciting, action-packed sequel about friendship and loyalty, and how far we would go to protect the ones we love.

Turning to non-fiction and first up we have the extraordinary Inking Woman (p22, Myriad, 9780995590083, h/b, £24.95), a groundbreaking picture-led celebration of the work of over 100 named British artists, and a few more anonymous ones, revealing a wealth of women’s wit and insight spanning 250 years. The Trauma Cleaner (p23, Text, 9781925498523, p/b, £12.99) is an utterly absorbing, poignant and powerful celebration of one remarkable woman’s unrelenting drive to make order from chaos. And last, but by no means

Meanwhile in crime fiction, Blue Night (p6, Orenda, 9781912374014, p/b, £8.99) is an exciting new German translation which will be the first book in a fabulous, fast-paced, Chandler-esque new series, with an ascerbic, hard-boiled female protagonist.

least, there’s Go Home! (p24, Feminist Press, 9781936932016, p/b, £16.99). Edited by Rowan Hisayo Buchanan and with a foreword by Viet Nguyen, this anthology compiled from writer’s workshops addresses the fact that “Go home!” is always a slur, but often also an impossibility – this collection explores the words’ personal and political dimensions.

Moving on to novels of the graphic persuasion, Mudbite (p13, Fantagraphics, 9781683960874, h/b, £16.99) returns! The first new book for fifteen years from Dave Cooper, containing two new Eddy Table stories – ‘Mud River’ and ‘Bug Bite – both sure to delight fans and newcomers alike. We also are proud to present Hasib & The Queen of Serpents (p13, 9781681121628, h/b, £21.99), a fantastic and surprising retelling of the Arabian Nights, from comics legend David B.

And that’s March! What a month it’s shaping up to be…

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Fiction

Fiction

PEARLS ON A BRANCH

STONE TIDE, THE

Arab Stories Told by Women in Lebanon Today Khoury, Najla

Adventures at the End of the World Rees, Gareth E.

While civil war raged in Lebanon, Najla Khoury travelled with a theatre troupe, putting on shows in marginal areas where electricity was a luxury, in air raid shelters, Palestinian refugee camps, and isolated villages. Their plays were largely based on oral tales, and she combed the country in search of stories. Many years later, she chose one hundred stories from among the most popular and published them in Arabic in 2014. Out of that hundred stories published in Arabic, Inea Bushnaq and Najla Khoury chose thirty for this book.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A collection of folktales that can be both dipped in and out of and reread.

• Stories that carry a cultural heritage, broadening the horizons of the short story collections we read.

• A collaborative work taken from the stage to the page.

ISBN 13: 9780914671961, 270pp h/b, £14.99 Published by ARCHIPELAGO BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

When Gareth E. Rees moves to a dilapidated Victorian house in Hastings he begins to piece together an occult puzzle connecting Aleister Crowley, John Logie Baird and the Piltdown Man hoaxer. As freak storms and tidal surges ravage the coast, he is beset by memories of his best friend’s tragic death in St Andrews twenty years earlier.

Convinced that apocalypse approaches and his past is out to get him, Rees embarks on a journey away from his family, deep into history and to the very edge of the imagination.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Debut novel from a critically acclaimed landscape writer.

• A novel mixing psychogeography, weird fiction, landscape writing and the occult.

• A daring experiment with the novel form; mixing fiction, autobiography, history, fantasy, and in-depth research.

ISBN 13: 9781910312070, 372pp p/b, £9.99 Published by INFLUX PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Fiction

GUIDE FOR MURDERED CHILDREN, A

LACKING CHARACTER White, Curtis

A Novel Sparrow, Sarah

We all say there is no justice in this world. But what if there really was? What if the souls of murdered children were able to return briefly to this world, inhabit adult bodies and wreak ultimate revenge on the monsters who had killed them, stolen their lives? Such is the unfathomable mystery confronting ex-NYPD detective Willow Wylde, fresh out of rehab and finally able to find a job running a Cold Case squad in suburban Detroit. Mystical, harrowing and ultimately tremendously moving, this is a truly original psychological thriller for fans of Shirley Jackson.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A truly original, spooky, and harrowing psychological thriller that brings a fresh take on the ‘living dead’ genre.

• Sarah Sparrow has an undeniable flair for storytelling; this is a novel that will have readers missing their train stops • There is no safe place to read this book: it will chill readers to the bone both at night and in broad daylight.

• Sarah Sparrow is a pseudonym for a well-known, bestselling author, adding to the mystery and suspense!

• For fans of both Shirley Jackson and Stephen King.

ISBN 13: 9780399574528, 400pp h/b, £18.99 Published by BLUE RIDER PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction

TRICK

Starnone, Domenico

Fiction

The same blood runs through their veins. One, Daniele Mallarico, is a successful illustrator at the peak of his career. The other, Mario, is his fouryear-old grandson who has barely learned to talk but has a few tricks up his loose-fitting sleeves all the same. The older combatant has lived for years in almost complete solitude. The younger one has been dumped with a grandfather he barely knows for 72 hours.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Like Ties, Trick is translated by famed novelist Jhumpa Lahiri.

• Author and translator will be available for interviews and events.

• Will appeal to readers of Elena Ferrante, Ian McEwan, Julian Barnes, Herman Koch.

ISBN 13: 9781609454449, 176pp p/b, £11.99 Published by EUROPA EDITIONS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, & Europe (except Spain, Portugal & Italy)

In the spirit of ‘transcendent buffoonery’ Curtis White’s miraculous return to fiction is fun in the extreme. When a masked man arrives in N -, Illinois bearing a letter and claiming its contents a matter of life or death, the small town and the fabric of reality will never be the same.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Curtis White’s wry and perfectly crafted prose makes for some of the most fun reading in recent memory.

• Literary readers will love the homages to E.T.A Hoffman, Rabelais, and more.

• Excellent platform and praise for Curtis White’s writing.

ISBN 13: 9781612196787, 176pp p/b, £12.99 Published by MELVILLE HOUSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction

MAGNETISM Figgest, Ruth

Set in the American mid and south-west, the novel opens in 1976 when the young teenage protagonist, Erica, is in a psychiatric hospital following a suicide attempt. In the present day Erica, now in her fifties, takes a phone call at work telling her that her mother has died. From this point the story moves backwards in time with each chapter shedding light - and dramatic irony - on those it follows. This mother-daughter relationship seesaws between cooperation and opposition; they are best friends and worst enemies; their conversations have an unflinching intensity and an emotional punch.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Will appeal to fans of Lorrie Moore, A.M. Homes, Anne Tyler, Jennifer Egan, Elizabeth Strout and Ann Patchett.

• Endorsements expected from Maggie Gee, Zoe Heller, A.L. Kennedy, Tessa Hadley and Patrick Gale.

• Tackles big themes including mental health problems, sexual politics, infertility, homosexuality and single parenthood.

• Contender for Desmond Elliot, Costa First Novel and McKitterick prizes.

• Author has been shortlisted for the Bridport prize five times, with a short story commissioned for broadcast on Radio 4.

ISBN 13: 9780995590069, 356pp p/b, £8.99 Published by MYRIAD EDITIONS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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DIAMOND SETTER, THE Sakal, Moshe

The uneventful life of a jeweller from Tel Aviv changes abruptly in 2011 after Fareed, a handsome young man from Damascus, crosses illegally into Israel and makes his way to the ancient port city of Jaffa in search of his roots. Intending to return the diamond to its rightful owner, Fareed is soon swept up in Tel Aviv’s vibrant gay scene, and a turbulent protest movement. He falls in love with both an Israeli soldier and his boyfriend the narrator of this book - and reveals the story of his family’s past: a tale of forbidden love beginning in the 1930s that connects Fareed and the jeweller.

KEY SELLING POINTS • For fans of The Meursault Investigation (Other Press, 2015) and Guapa (Europa, 2016).

• A vibrant and richly imagined Middle East before the borders were closed, when Arabs and Jews lived side by side.

• Sakal creates a tender and vivid portrayal of gay life in contemporary Israel.

• As it is based on true events, the story becomes more authentic and eyecatching.

ISBN 13: 9781590518915, 320pp p/b, £12.99 Published by OTHER PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction

BOOK OF POLLY, THE Hepinstall, Kathy

Willow is ten years old and obsessed with the fear that her mother will die. Her mother, Polly, is a cantankerous, take-no-prisoners Southern woman with a sharp tongue who lives to shoot varmints, and drink margaritas; and she sticks out like a sore thumb among the young mothers of their small Texas town.

She was in her late 50s when Willow was born, has already had two children who are grown and gone, leaving Willow hungry for clues about the family life that preceded her. A bittersweet novel about the grip of love in a truly quirky family, featuring two

unforgettable characters.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The story of a mother and her daughter that expertly blends humour and sadness, pathos and hilarity.

• Willow is a truly original narrator who is smart and sensitive yet knows how to hold her own.

• With snort-inducing one-liners and a particular blend of sass and warmth, Polly is an unforgettable character.

• Polly is based, in part, on the author’s own mother, who has as wicked a tongue as her fictional counterpart.

• A southern novel in the same vein as Saving CeeCee Honeycutt (Penguin, 2010) and Dollbaby (Pamela Dorman, 2014).

ISBN 13: 9780399562105, 336pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PENGUIN BOOKS - USA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction

ATHEIST IN THE ATTIC, THE Delany, Samuel R.

The title novella, ‘The Atheist in the Attic,’ appearing here in book form for the first time, is a suspenseful and vivid historical narrative, recreating the topsecret meeting between the mathematical genius Leibniz and the philosopher Spinoza caught between the horrors of the cannibalistic Dutch Rampjaar and the brilliant ‘big bang’ of the Enlightenment. Also featuring: a bibliography, an author biography, and our candid, uncompromising, and customary Outspoken Interview.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Samuel R. Delany is the winner of four Nebula and two Hugo awards, and a member of the Science Fiction Hall of Fame.

• His works have been widely praised by authors such as William Gibson and Umberto Eco. • The latest addition to the popular PM Press Outspoken Authors series.

• Also features bibliography, biography, and outspoken interview.

ISBN 13: 9781629634401, 128pp p/b, £11.99 Published by PM PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Fiction

HUM IF YOU DON’T KNOW THE WORDS Marais, Bianca

Apartheid has created a secure future for Robin, a ten-year-old white girl living with her parents in 1970s Johannesburg. In the same nation, but worlds apart, Beauty, a Xhosa woman in a rural village in the Bantu homeland of the Transkei, struggles to raise her children after her husband’s death. Told through Beauty and Robin’s alternating perspectives, the narratives interweave to create a rich and complex tapestry of the emotions and tensions at the heart of Apartheid South Africa. Hum If You Don’t Know the Words is a beautifully rendered look at loss, racism, and the creation of family.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Readers are eager to learn about Africa through fiction as seen with successes of Americanah and We Need New Names.

• Born in Apartheid South Africa, Marais’ debut is inspired by her own relationship with the black maid who raised her.

• The authentic depiction of life in Johannesburg and rural South Africa create a remarkable sense of place.

• The two heroines and their colourful cast of supporting characters ring with humanity and humour.

• With important, timely issues like racism and homophobia, this is perfect for book clubs.

ISBN 13: 9780399575082, 432pp p/b, £12.99 Published by PUTNAM Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction

MY FRIEND MATT & HENA THE WHORE Zameenzad, Adam

A continent of permanent revolution, of marauding rebels and despotic governments, yet one of love and laughter, and compassion: this is the Africa of today.

9-year-old Kimo is starved out of his home village by drought. Desperate for help, he sets out for the big city of Bader in the company of his resourceful friends, the visionary Matt, pragmatic Hena and dreaming Golam.

Their journey takes them through a country paralysed by the horrors of civil war.

Buoyed by laughter, weighed by tragedy and violence this is an impossibly touching, extraordinary accomplishment from an outstanding writer.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Originally published by Penguin in 1988, this important novel of Africa has been out of print for years.

• Ziji Publishing also owns the film rights and is pursuing its production.

• Previous editions of the book have been widely review in outlets from the Sunday Times to Time Out and Punch.

• Touching, heartbreaking but ultimately optimistic, the story is an important exploration of Africa.

ISBN 13: 9781908628138, 256pp p/b, £8.99 Published by ZIJI PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

PRAGUE NOIR

Mandys, Pavel & Margala, Miriam (trans)

While Prague might today be one of the world’s top tourist destinations, and a cosmopolitan capital of European culture, it remains an open-air monument to a history of violence. Here, Prague’s top writers explore the hidden corners of the ‘City of a Hundred Spires,’ pulling back the curtain to reveal gloom and despair.

KEY SELLING POINTS • All the stories are originally written in Czech, translated into English by Miriam Margala.

• Prague is one of the world’s top tourist destinations.

• Brand-new stories by Chaim Cigan, Martin Goffa, Irena Hejdova, Michaela Klevisova and Ondrej Neff, amongst others.

ISBN 13: 9781617755293, 288pp p/b, £12.99 Published by AKASHIC BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

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Fiction - Crime & Thriller

WAIT FOR DARK Hooper, Kay

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

CLASS MURDER (EXPORT EDITION)

In Clarity, North Carolina, the residents have fallen victim to an unfortunate series of events. Seemingly random accidents have taken the lives of several citizens in the small mountain town. But these deadly coincidences are anything but. Something is on the hunt in Clarity, and the only clue as to what is a cryptic note given to the victims 24 hours before they meet their ends: ‘Wait for dark.’ Sheriff Mal Gordon knows how to handle his town, but he has no idea how to handle this.

KEY SELLING POINTS • For fans of Iris Johansen and Tami Hoag.

• Hooper’s books consistently hit the New York Times bestseller lists.

• Seventeenth in the New York Times bestselling series.

• With elements of romance and the supernatural, and featuring psychics who are FBI agents and investigators.

ISBN 13: 9780515156041, 352pp p/b, £8.99 Published by BERKLEY Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

KEY SELLING POINTS • Leigh Russell’s books have sold over a million copies worldwide.

• For fans of Peter James, Mark Billingham, Rachel Abbott, Robert Bryndza and Angela Marsons.

• Leigh Russell has become one of the most impressively dependable purveyors of the English police procedural’ -Times.

ISBN 13: 9781843449300, 320pp p/b, £7.99 Published by NO EXIT PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

HOLY CEREMONY

Nykanen, Harri & London, Kristian

A woman’s body scrawled with religious texts is found in a Helsinki apartment. Jewish homicide inspector Ariel Kafka investigates. Jewish homicide inspector Ariel Kafka investigates. What begins as an investigation of Christian religious lunatics shifts into a hunt for a perpetrator who is more damaged than dangerous, the victim of institutionally countenanced paedophilia at a boarding school. Ariel Kafka finds himself investigating a series of crimes leading to the enigmatic Brotherhood of the Holy Vault, founded at the school. But before Kafka can solve the puzzle, more than one person must pay for past sins with his life...

KEY SELLING POINTS • The third instalment in the thrilling Ariel Kafka series.

• The first two books in the series were extensively reviewed with high praise.

• A brisk read, with rapid twists and turns leading to a satisfying resolution.

• Kafka’s dry humour and appealing, somewhat melancholic presence will entertain and hook any reader.

• Perfect for fans of Leonardo Padura whose mystery writing is not afraid to be critical of the prevailing powers.

ISBN 13: 9781908524898, 268pp p/b, £8.99 Published by BITTER LEMON PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

TWIN TRUTHS Rodger, Shelan

What is the truth? And how do you recognise it when you hear it? Jenny and Pippa are twins. Like many twins they often know what the other is thinking. They complete each other. When Pippa disappears Jenny is left to face the world alone, as she tries to find out what happened to her ‘other half.’ But the truth, for Jenny, can be a slippery thing.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Set in the vivid and varied landscape of Argentina, Greece and the UK. • A compelling and beautiful debut exploring truth and identity with a disconcerting story that pulls you in.

• For fans of Maggie O’Farrell and Joanne Harris.

• Ideal for reading groups.

ISBN 13: 9780995672390, 256pp p/b, £8.99 Published by DOME PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Russell, Leigh

Geraldine Steel is reunited with her former sergeant, Ian Peterson. When two people are murdered, their only connection lies buried in the past. As police search for the elusive killer, another body is discovered. Pursuing her first investigation in York, Geraldine Steel struggles to solve the baffling case. How can she expose the killer, and rescue her shattered reputation, when all the witnesses are being murdered?

FIGHTER, THE

Smith, Michael Farris

In this brilliant novel set against the dark and desolate backdrop of the Mississippi Delta, Jack Boucher, a washed-up bare-knuckle fighter, battles against decades of booze and drug abuse as he returns home to try and save all he has lost. Damaged by regret, crippled by twenty-five years of fists and elbows, heartbroken at his own betrayals, Jack the Jaw is forced to step into the fighting pit one last time, the stakes nothing less than life or death.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Michael Farris Smith’s previous novel, Desperation Road, was longlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger 2017.

• For fans of Cormac McCarthy, Daniel Woodrell and Annie Proulx.

• Michael Farris Smith’s first novel, Rivers, won the 2014 Mississippi Authors Award for Fiction.

ISBN 13: 9781843449928, 224pp h/b, £12.99 Published by NO EXIT PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

BLUE NIGHT

Buchholz, Simone & Ward, Rachel (trans)

After convicting a superior for corruption and shooting off a gangster’s crown jewels, the career of Hamburg’s most hard-bitten state prosecutor, Chastity Riley, has taken a nose dive: she has been transferred to the tedium of witness protection to prevent her making any more trouble. However, when she is assigned to the case of an anonymous man lying under police guard in hospital - almost every bone in his body broken, a finger cut off, and refusing to speak in anything other than riddles - Chastity’s instinct for the big, exciting case kicks in.

KEY SELLING POINTS • First in an exciting new series, with TV series already in production.

• Buchholz is one of Germany’s bestselling authors - Blue Night was #1 on the KrimiZEIT Best of Crime List for months.

• Fresh, fiendishly fast-paced and full of devious twists and all the hardboiled poetry and acerbic wit of the best noir.

• Winner of the Crime Cologne Award as well and given second Place in the German Crime Fiction Prize.

ISBN 13: 9781912374014, 276pp p/b, £8.99 Published by ORENDA Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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Fiction - Crime & Thriller

BAD SEEDS

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

LUCKY

Mackenzie, Jassy

Despite her checkered history with law enforcement, Johannesburg private investigator Jade de Jong is attempting to operate on the right side of the law, confining herself to low-profile cases. But her remarkably attractive new employer, Ryan Gillespie, has tasked her with finding a missing security official after a break-in at his nuclear energy plant.

The target of her search is Carlos Botha, a skilled operative and a threat to national security. Jade traces Botha to a run-down suburb, but discovers she’s not the only one looking for him.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Hard-hitting South African crime fiction featuring a female PI who operates in murky moral territory.

• The perfect novel for fans of Jessica Jones (Netflix).

• A critically acclaimed series that receives widespread review coverage.

ISBN 13: 9781616958930, TBCpp p/b, £8.99 Published by SOHO PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

DEATH COMES IN THROUGH THE KITCHEN A Cuban Mystery Dovalpage, Teresa

Chang, Henry

Chinatown gang leader ‘Lucky’ Louie was shot outside of a Chinatown off-track betting establishment on the thirteenth of January, and lay in a coma for 88 days, waking on Easter Sunday. The number 88 is a double-helix, double-lucky Chinese number; religion and superstition all lean Lucky’s way. But Detective Jack Yu, Lucky’s boyhood blood brother, fears his friend’s luck is about to run out. When Lucky embarks on a complex and daring series of crimes against the Chinatown criminal underground, Jack races to stop him before his enemies do so - permanently.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The next book in a compelling noir-esque crime series the Wall Street Journal called ‘Exciting and absorbing.’

• Previous books in the series have proved popular with crime readers and have been reprinted to meet new demand.

• The atmospheric, Chinatown setting is utterly captivating.

• No other crime novel set in Chinatown has such an authentically gritty feel.

ISBN 13: 9781616958923, TBCpp p/b, £8.99 Published by SOHO PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

RAINBIRDS

Goenawan, Clarissa

Havana, Cuba, 2003: Matt, a San Diego journalist, arrives in Havana to marry his girlfriend, Yarmila, a 24-year-old Cuban woman whom he first met through her food blog. But Yarmi isn’t there to meet him at the airport, and when he hitches a ride to her apartment, he finds her lying dead in the bathtub...

KEY SELLING POINTS • Teresa Dovalpage is a critically acclaimed author of A Girl Like Che Guevara.

• A timely and revealing portrait of Havana.

• Interspersed with authentic, tried-and-true Cuban recipes.

• Steps into a void of fiction about Cuba, an area of interest to readers all over the world.

ISBN 13: 9781616958848, 368pp h/b, £21.99 Published by SOHO PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction - Crime & Thriller

LENIN’S ROLLER COASTER A Jack McColl Novel Downing, David

Winter 1917: As a generation of Europe’s young men perish on the fronts, British spy Jack McColl is assigned a dangerous sabotage mission deep in Central Asia where German influence is strong.

Meanwhile, the woman he loves, Caitlin, is in Bolshevik Russia, thrilled to cover the Revolution.

Caitlin knows Moscow is where she is meant to be - even if she is putting her life at risk. But years of bloody war have taken their toll on all of Europe, and Jack and Caitlin’s relationship may become another casualty. Can a revolutionary love a spy? And if she does, will it cost one of them their lives?

KEY SELLING POINTS • The third in a popular thriller series set during a provocative moment in WWI history.

• Depicts the Russian Revolution, the American suffrage movement and the rise of German antagonism.

• Published to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the Russian Revolution.

• David Downing is a Soho Crime cult favourite and critical darling; sales of his Station series increase every year.

ISBN 13: 9781616958916, TBCpp p/b, £8.99 Published by SOHO PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Ren Ishida is nearly finished with graduate school when he receives news of his sister, Keiko’s, sudden death. She was viciously stabbed one rainy night on her way home, and there are no leads. Ren heads to Akakawa to conclude his sister’s affairs, still failing to understand why she chose to abandon the family and Tokyo for this desolate town years ago. As he comes to know the figures in Akakawa, from the enigmatic politician to his fellow teachers and a rebellious, alluring student named Rio, Ren delves into his shared childhood with Keiko and what followed, trying to piece together what happened the night of her death. Haunted in his dreams by a young girl who is desperately trying to tell him something, Ren struggles to find solace in the void his sister has left behind.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Winner of the Bath First Novel Prize.

• Shortlisted for the Santa Fe Writers Project Literary Award, Dundee International Book Prize, and First Novel Prize.

• A powerhouse commercial fiction debut by a rising Singaporean literary star.

• A Murakami-esque genre mashup with the lyric Japanese atmosphere of Banana Yoshimoto, using the magical realism genre.

• Has had 10 translation sales since Soho’s initial World English acquisition.

ISBN 13: 9781616958558, 336pp h/b, £18.99 Published by SOHO PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction - Scifi and Fantasy

SEVEN DEADLY SINS: SEPTICOLORED RECOLLECTIONS, THE

Matsuda, ShUKa & SuzUKi, Nakaba

10 years before the beginning of The Seven Deadly Sins story, a Holy Knight was murdered and the fate of the Lyonnesse Kingdom was set. The Seven Scars Left Behind takes a look at the players from 10 years ago and how the Seven Deadly Sins were framed for the fall of the Lyonnesse Kingdom.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Base off the hit New York Times bestselling manga.

• Features art from original creator Nabaka SuzUKi. • Manga nominated for the Best Youth Comic Award at 42nd Angouleme International Comics Festival.

• A prequel of sorts to the original manga.

• The manga has been adapted into a hit anime series which is currently an exclusive to Netflix.

ISBN 13: 9781945054853, 200pp h/b, £9.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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Fiction - Black Interest

DANGEROUS CONSEQUENCES Johnson, Lisa Renee

Dubbed the ‘Sex Doctor’ on his local radio show, psychologist Donathan James advises callers on their sexual issues. With his gorgeous and brilliant neurosurgeon wife, Sydney, at home and women flirting with the hot doctor everywhere he goes, Donathan is living the high life. But when he wakes up naked and drugged in a hotel room, with no memory of the evening before, the doctor suddenly has problems of his own.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Perfect for fans of Trice Hickman, Cydney Rax and Mary B. Morrison - full of juicy drama and soapy scandal.

• Previously self-published in October 2011, it has also been repackaged book and released in trade paperback.

• This is the first book in a two-book series. The second is yet to be published.

• Lisa Renee Brown is a co-founder and member of Sistahs on the Reading Edge book club.

ISBN 13: 9781496707956, 320pp p/b, £6.99 Published by DAFINA BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fiction - Black Interest

ONE HOUSE OVER Monroe, Mary

A solid marriage, a thriving business, and the esteem of their close-knit Alabama community-Joyce and Odell Watson have every reason to count their blessings.

Their marriage has given well-off Joyce a chance at the family she’s always wanted-and granted Odell a once-in-a-lifetime shot to escape grinding poverty. But all that respectability and status comes at a cost. Just once, Joyce and Odell want to break loose and taste life’s wild side, without consequences...

KEY SELLING POINTS • Fans of Southern-set fiction will enjoy the small-town sensibilities and simple way of life in this story.

• Mary Monroe’s Mama Ruby series made her known for flawed, down-to-earth Southern characters that everyone can relate to.

• Fans of Mary’s Mama Ruby series will love this new series set in 1930s rural Alabama.

• There are more than 1 million Mary Monroe books in print.

ISBN 13: 9781496716118, 400pp h/b, £21.99 Published by DAFINA BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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DIVAS DON’T CRY

Simone, Ni-Ni & Abrams, Amir

She’s finally free of her overbearing mother and too much heartbreak. Now supermodel London Phillips is going to get back her billionaire ex - on her own terms. But settling old scores and destroying her former bestie, Rich Montgomery, could wreck her best shot at happiness... May the most ruthless diva win.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Hollywood High, the first book in the series, was nominated for a 2014 Young Adult Library Services Association award.

• Amir Abrams’ The Girl of His Dreams was chosen as a 2014 YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers.

• While the YA market continues to boom, Hollywood High is one of the few series from the African-American perspective.

• Characters from the Hollywood High series are already favourites with fans since being featured online at ninisimone.com ISBN 13: 9780758288585, 288pp p/b, £8.99 Published by DAFINA BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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HOUSE ON HARBOR HILL, THE Stratton, Shelly

She’s generous, kind, and compassionate - yet Delilah Grey will forever be an outcast in the small seaside town of Camden Beach, Maryland. She takes in women shattered by abuse, poverty, illness, or events beyond their control. No matter how far she’s come or how many she’s helped find their way back, there is no safe place for Delilah. Acquitted of her rich husband’s mysterious death decades ago, she lives in her beautiful mansion consumed by secrets and mistakes she feels she can never atone for... Until she takes in desperate mother and her two young children.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Shelly Stratton has been a NAACP Image Award nominee and a RT Book Award nominee.

• Stratton is a great writer who manages to write a page-turner that doesn’t skimp on characterisation or emotional depth.

• This standalone novel also includes a reading group guide.

ISBN 13: 9781496711175, 352pp p/b, £13.99 Published by DAFINA BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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QUEEN DIVAS

Diamond, De’nesha

Between total gang exterminations and collateral damage, the stakes have never been higher for the women of the Dirty South. Good-girl-gone-lethal Ta’Shara is in for the fight of her life-her own. To work a dangerous truce, Vice Lord ex-chief Lucifer pulls a deadly play. Beautiful Cleo will do anything to destroy the man now controlling her - and no killer price is too high. And as police captain Hydeya Hawkins closes in on gangland’s elite, she’ll fight to survive her department’s dirtiest secrets. Now these queen divas have each other dead in their sights - but only one can live to rule...

KEY SELLING POINTS • De’nesha Diamond stands out in the urban lit market for well-crafted, dramatic stories.

• The first two books in the Housewives series were featured in Essence magazine as recommended reading.

• Her strong, imaginative storytelling will appeal to fans of Teri Woods, Nikki Turner, and Kiki Swinson.

ISBN 13: 9780758292612, 384pp p/b, £6.99 Published by DAFINA BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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BANKS SISTERS COMPLETE, THE Turner, Nikki

Meet the Banks sisters - Mona, Bunny, Tallhya, and Ginger. One of the only things they have in common is their love for their beloved grandmother, Me-Ma. When tragedy strikes and Me-Ma has a heart attack at church, the sisters are shocked to discover that she left the house and all her money to the church. The sisters devise a plan that could have them rolling in plenty of dough - as long as they can stay one step ahead of law enforcement that’s on the lookout for a group of female bank robbers who have burst onto the scene.

KEY SELLING POINTS • From New York Times and Essence best-selling author Nikki Turner.

• Fast-paced, dramatic action with many twists that pit sister against sister.

• Collects the incredibly well-received Banks Sisters series together for the first time.

ISBN 13: 9781622866434, 400pp p/b, £12.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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CARL WEBER’S KINGPINS: DALLAS Hernandez, Treasure

Young and naive, Tiara Rogers learns the hard way what happens when you are green in the game. She has everything a girl could ever want, except a normal life. Not understanding that being the daughter of Dallas, Texas kingpin makes her a walking target, she does everything she can to defy her father, including losing her virginity when she falls hard for the charm of a boy she barely knows.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Teasure Hernandez has been a consistent seller for Urban Books since she debuted with the Flint series.

• Perfect for those that like gritty urban drama.

• Young adults will love Tiara’s rebellious streak and her growing wisdom as she matures.

ISBN 13: 9781622866472, 288pp p/b, £12.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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IF I CAN’T HAVE YOU Renaissance Collection Jiles, Dawn

Monique, Bria, and Samariah are best friends from MilwaUKee, going through some of everything together. Finishing up their senior year, they are the ‘it’ girls in school, the ones other girls want to be like.

Samariah, however, doesn’t want to share her shine with anyone. Bria speaks her mind and is as real as they come. Monique is too naive. She tries to see the best in everybody. Will their friendship last?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Dawn Jiles is a writer to watch on the urban lit scene. She has amassed many fans through self-publishing.

• This is Jiles’s first book released through Urban Books - and the first time the story has been published in one volume.

• Although this is an adult title, the characters are finishing high-school and mature YA readers will also enjoy it.

• Deals with universal issues such as friendship, lies, betrayal and heartache.

ISBN 13: 9781622865130, 400pp p/b, £12.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

CARTER BOYS, THE A Desiree Novel Desiree

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QUEEN HUSTLAZ

What happens when a slick-mouth girl from Brooklyn decides to go off to college in the unofficial capital of the South? She is quickly introduced to the Atlanta lifestyle, where ‘Bruh’ is part of every other sentence; dreaded ‘fros are a must; hot lemon pepper wings are law; west side accents are always thicker; nobody says ATL unless they’re from out of town; HBCU life is unlike any other; and most importantly, it’s all about family. In particular, it’s all about the Carter family. Without the Carters, there is no Atlanta.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The Carter Boys Series was Amazon’s number one selling e-book for urban style books for 10 straight weeks.

• This time a smart city girl will put the Carters in their place... or will she?

• Sex, drugs, danger and love make for a riveting tale.

ISBN 13: 9781622866496, 304pp p/b, £5.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Love, Falicia

Jeryca and her girls are the typical hood chicks, always on the prowl for a come-up and dead set on making it out of the hood. Jeryca thinks she has the perfect mark to finance her escape in Thad Royster, a certified playboy and drug dealer with plenty of stacks to blow. But what will happen when Thad sees right through her fake persona and phony emotions?

As she learns more about Thad’s treacherous ways, Jeryca becomes fuelled by anger. Now she is out to settle the score with everyone who has crossed her,

and Thad is her first target.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Falicia Love is new to Urban Books.

• Uses popular themes and plot lines in urban fiction, centred on love, money and relationships.

• A salubrious tale full of scandal and betrayal.

ISBN 13: 9781622866502, 304pp p/b, £5.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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FULL FIGURED 11 Carl Weber Presents Hernandez, Treasure & Katt

Photoshoots, prison, love and drama reign free over the next instalment of the Full Figured series - watch as two fresh casts of bold, strong women learn to find and love themselves in a world teeming with choice and adventure. These two stories about plus-size woman are by Treasure Hernandez and Katt, both mega-stars on the Urban lit scene.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Empowering stories celebrating body confidence in women.

• Full Figured 11 follows two women’s individual stories, and perfectly blends romance with serious issues.

• The complete Full Figured series is available from Turnaround.

ISBN 13: 9781622866892, 304pp p/b, £5.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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STUD PRINCESS N’Tyse

Chyna is on a murder-mission hunt for the crooked lawyer who double-crossed her uncle, and the latest addition to the family brings her one step closer to that sweet revenge. The ruthless queen-pin owns the day and the night. Mother Nature herself can’t interrupt her cash flow. But when bad calls are made and her chief female ‘escort’ goes missing, it’s time to set things off.

KEY SELLING POINTS • N’Tyse is a popular urban fiction author who writes books focused on gay relationships with an

urban fiction twist.

• One of the few urban authors who writes about the LGBTQ community and the issues it faces.

• N’TYSE is the bestselling author of the popular Twisted relationship-drama series (Strebor).

• The characters in Stud Princess are genuine, well-realised and unforgettable.

ISBN 13: 9781622866458, 288pp p/b, £12.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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TENDER LOVE

Deese, Allyson M. & Paul, Isaiah David

Sadreyah Burkett had no idea what to expect when she ran into her baby daddy on His-Love.com. He’s nothing like the con-artist and hustler who schemed his way into her bed and stole her heart. Minister Stanley Hammer is a changed man - or so it appears.

He leads a street ministry crew of former misfits, and his adult children think fondly of him. Still, Sadreyah doesn’t trust the facade, until he says the right things, showing the man of God he’s become. Will Sadreyah’s accept the man chosen for her by God, or will her unwillingness to trust him deny her the tender love she desperately needs?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Part of the popular His-Love.com series!

• Perfect for those who like their fiction drama infused, with a touch of religion added in for good measure.

• Both authors have used their own experiences of finding each other through God to write the series.

ISBN 13: 9781622866878, 288pp p/b, £12.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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THICKUMS

Karrington, Blake

Best friends Nora, Darleen, and Andrea have one thing in common: they hustle by any means necessary.

Money is never a problem for these sexy, big and beautiful women, and neither is getting a man. Take a ride with these women as they get a first-hand look at the craziness that comes along with building a drug empire and trying to stay on top. Thickums is not just another name for BBW; it’s a lifestyle.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Black Karrington started his career as a selfpublished Amazon author who attracted many readers.

• He entertains his readers with fast-paced stories following the dramatic, complicated lives of multiple characters.

• The protagonists of Thickums are all big, beautiful woman who project bodypositivity and strength.

• For readers who love sassy, take-charge women characters!

ISBN 13: 9781622866908, 304pp p/b, £5.99 Published by URBAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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BEST OF BETTY & VERONICA COMICS 2 Archie Superstars

In the tradition of the smash hit Best of Archie Comics series comes another great full-colour [7.99 volume jam-packed with over 400 pages of the funniest and most iconic stories of the past 70 years featuring Archie’s girlfriends Betty and Veronica - hand-selected by Archie creators, editors, fans and historians from 200,000 pages of material. A must-have edition for anyone who has ever enjoyed the Betty and Veronica comics as well as a great introduction to the history of Archie and the girls!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Great value Archie: 416 full colour pages for under £10..

• A fun follow-up to Archie’s fastest-selling graphic novel ever.

• Includes exclusive anecdotes and historical highlights for readers wanting to know more about Archie Comics.

ISBN 13: 9781627389419, 416pp p/b, £8.99 Published by ARCHIE COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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YOUR PAL ARCHIE VOL. 1 Parent, Dan

Join Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead and all your favourite characters from Riverdale as they embark on fun-filled adventures and highschool hijinks! Fans of all ages can enjoy this new take on a classic style that’s fresh and vibrant.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Archie’s first original juvenile product in years.

• Ideal for children’s sections alongside other classic product.

• Features art work by Archie Legend Dan Parent.

ISBN 13: 9781682559215, 144pp p/b, £14.99 Published by ARCHIE COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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BEAR’S TOOTH VOL. 1 Max Yann & Henriet, Alain

Silesia, 1930. Three children play with toy airplanes.

Three friends - Max the Polish Jew, Werner and Hanna the Germans. All dream of becoming pilots, but they won’t all have the same opportunities, and the world is heading down a dark road... 1944. Max is now an ace in the US Navy, while Hanna is one of Germany’s top test pilots. Will anything remain of their old friendship, as the sides they each chose are locked in a struggle to the death?

KEY SELLING POINTS • A story of love, friendship and betrayal against the backdrop of the Second World War. • Winner of several awards, including the 2014 Angouleme Festival’s Secondary School Pupils Award.

• Inspired by historical characters, such as Hanna Reitsch or ‘Wild Bill’ Donovan.

• A dynamic and realistic style, equally at ease with close-ups on faces as with aerial dogfights.

ISBN 13: 9781849183321, 56pp p/b, £7.99 Published by CINEBOOK Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Spain & Portugal

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BUCK DANNY VOL. 8 Black Cobra Zumbiehl, Frederic & Winis, Francis

During a top secret electronic intelligence-gathering mission, an American F-22 stealth fighter is shot down by an unknown enemy. Basran, the target nation, isn’t supposed to have weapon systems able to detect not to mention hit the pride and joy of the USAF. So, who did? And how? Buck and his team are soon tasked with a delicate, top-secret job: complete the downed plane’s original reconnaissance mission, and find out what happened to it - all that

while flying Russian planes!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Mixing historical references with fiction, Buck Danny is one of the most important Franco-Belgian comic strips.

• The central characters are based on popular heroes of World War II, lending the comics historical authenticity.

• The artwork depicts aircraft realistically and includes technological developments.

• The series features contemporary history, including the wars in Bosnia and Afghanistan.

ISBN 13: 9781849183895, 48pp p/b, £6.99 Published by CINEBOOK Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Spain & Portugal

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THORGAL VOL. 19 The Barbarian Hamme, Van & Rosinski, Grzegorz

Thorgal, his family, and his new friends Tiago and Ileniya have been captured by slavers while attempting to cross the desert. The two adult men are sold to the local governor as fodder for a cruel blood game, where young nobles in chariots practice their archery skills on fleeing slaves.

Turning the tables on them, Thorgal earns his and Tiago’s freedom, but not the women’s - and he has made a mortal enemy in the governor’s son...

KEY SELLING POINTS • More than 13 million Thorgal volumes sold worldwide in over 16 languages.

• With a mix of adventure and rebellion, Thorgal is perfect for both children and adults alike!

• Thorgal is a good role model: He fights for freedom and against injustice.

ISBN 13: 9781849183994, 48pp p/b, £6.99 Published by CINEBOOK Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Spain & Portugal

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BADLANDS Grant, Steven

Conrad ‘Connie’ Bremen is an ex-con carrying the stench of a sordid, secret past. Connie just wants to get on with his life, but he’s attracting the attention of all the wrong people: the Mob, the CIA, the FBI - and the nymphomaniac daughter of a Texas millionaire.

Everyone has plans for Connie, whether he likes it or not. And some of those plans include the murder of a president. True assassins are made, not born.

For Connie Bremen the road to Dallas begins and ends here, in the Badlands.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Finally back in print after original was first

published in 1992.

• This second edition features a brand new cover by Tim Bradstreet.

• Interest in the assassination of JFK is still high, especially following the triple Oscar nominated hit Jackie (2016).

ISBN 13: 9781506705422, 144pp p/b, £14.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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BANKSHOT

de Campi, Alex & ChrisCross

Marcus King: modern-day Robin Hood or terrorist?

Maybe both? When Marcus comes face to face with an adversary who knows all of his carefully buried truths, he s forced to become the man he has always pretended to be. God help his enemies! From the mountains of UKraine to a lush tropical island, no place is safe from his vengeance...

KEY SELLING POINTS • Written by Eisner nominee Alex de Campi.

• Art by ChrisCross (Convergence: Justice League of America).

• A new hero explodes on the comic scene! Or is he a villain?

ISBN 13: 9781506701714, 136pp p/b, £12.50 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 8 OMNIBUS VOLUME 2 Whedon, Joss

Buffy experiences Big Bad Twilight’s overwhelming reach through the strange and sudden mass popularity of vampires (they even have a spokesperson with a reality TV show, Harmony Kendall!) that leads Buffy and her Slayer army to come under public scrutiny. As the world’s distaste for Slayers grows, Buffy takes her troops to a refuge in the Tibetan mountains, where she hopes to receive some help from longtime friend - and werewolf - Oz. Buffy faces the ultimate betrayal and suffers through sacrifice as she scrambles to finally put an end to Twilight and save the world from complete destruction.

KEY SELLING POINTS • An oversized Buffy omnibus collecting the second half of season 8, continuing where the TV show left off!

• Buffy the Vampire Slayer is one of the biggest cult hits of the last fifty years with fans across the globe.

• Joss Whedon is hands-down one of the most iconic cult creators of the last 50 years.

• Whedon chose Dark Horse to continue the Buffy run in comic format after the TV show ended.

ISBN 13: 9781630089429, 584pp p/b, £20.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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LOBSTER JOHNSON VOLUME 6: A CHAIN FORGED IN LIFE Mignola, Mike & Arcudi, John

After years of captivating fans from the pages of Hellboy and B.P.R.D., the pulp-style adventures of Lobster Johnson take the limelight in this fifth collection of the Lobster s solo series. Collecting five Lobster Johnson one-shots featuring the Lobster in a Christmas robbery, a prison break with a familiar enemy behind it, an art museum heist, a preacher serving up more than scripture, and a zombie hitman!

KEY SELLING POINTS • For those who have never read a Lobster Johnson story this is a great place to start.

• A collection of Lobster Johnson stories, providing the perfect gift for a graphic novel fan.

• With the upcoming Hellboy film, more interest will spark around work by Mike Mignola.

ISBN 13: 9781506701783, 144pp p/b, £16.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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REBELS: THESE FREE AND INDEPENDENT STATES Wood, Brian; Mutti, Andrea (illus.) & Torres, Wilfredo (illu

In 1775, Seth Abbott fought to win his fellow Americans their independence. In 1794, his son, John Abbott, comes of age as their new nation faces multiple new threats: high seas terrorism, fresh aggression from Britain, and intense political division at home.

When Congress authorises building America’s first navy - the famous ‘six frigates’ that include the USS Constitution - John Abbott signs up. Author Brian Wood (DMZ, Briggs Land, The Massive) imagines an important era of a new nation’s struggle to find its way in Rebels: These Free and Independent States.

KEY SELLING POINTS • From best-selling writer Brian Wood (Aliens: Defiance, DMZ, Briggs Land).

• The story of America’s attempt to gain footing as a new country by fortifying its naval power against foreign threats.

• Collects the entire second Rebels comics series, These Free and Independent States, issues #1-8.

ISBN 13: 9781506702032, 200pp p/b, £20.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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ROME WEST

Wood, Brian; Giampaoli, Justin & Mutti, Andrea (illus.)

In AD 323, a fleet of Roman ships is lost in a storm, and they find themselves on the shores of the New World, one thousand years before Columbus. Unable to return home, they establish a new colony, Roma Occidens, radically altering the timeline of America and subsequent world events as seen through the eyes of one family. An exploration in alternative history from Brian Wood, Justin Giampaoli, and Andrea Mutti.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Brian Wood is a multiple Eisner Award-nominee.

• A history-based graphic novel from a best-selling writer.

• Merges history with fiction.

ISBN 13: 9781506704999, 96pp p/b, £13.50 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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BOTTOMLESS BELLY BUTTON Shaw, Dash

When the parents of the Loony family announce their divorce, the rest of the family comes together at their beach house for a week. Dennis, the eldest son, is having marriage troubles of his own, and searches for clues, trap doors, and secret tunnels. Claire, the middle child, is a single mother with a troubled 16-year-old daughter, Jill. The youngest child, Peter, is a hack filmmaker suffering from paralyzing insecurities who establishes an unorthodox romance with a mysterious day care counsellor at the beach.

KEY SELLING POINTS • This is a newly packaged reprint to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Shaw’s lauded debut comic.

• Full of strong, complex characters who are dealing with real issues - very relatable.

• Dash Shaw’s acclaimed animated film My Entire High School Sinking into the Sea premiered in 2016.

• It starred Lena Dunham, Maya Rudolph, Susan Sarandon, and Jason Schwartzman.

• Shaw has made a name for himself with this film and his comics - fans will be thrilled to have this back in print.

ISBN 13: 9781560979159, 720pp p/b, £26.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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CANNON

Wood, Wallace

Meet John Cannon, the perfect agent and America’s answer to James Bond - with an exploitation twist. Initially brainwashed to be ‘the perfect assassin’ for the Red forces, Cannon was eventually rescued and brainwashed (again) by the CIA until he had no emotions whatsoever. From 1970-1973, Cannon appeared in Overseas Weekly, a newspaper distributed exclusively to U.S. Military bases around the world. Uncensored by commercial editorial restrictions, Wood pulled out all the stops - producing a thrilling and salacious Cold War spy serial run amok with sex and violence.

KEY SELLING POINTS • An exciting espionage action-adventure story that will appeal to fans of thrillers, spy novels and action movies • A complete edition of the Cannon strips compiled from newly unearthed source material.

• Wallace Wood is a comics legend who is known by fans of many graphic genres - from sci-fi to crime to underground.

• Cannon is also a curio for those interested in the Vietnam war - it was written for, and distributed to, U.S. troops ISBN 13: 9781606997024, 288pp p/b, £30.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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FLAYED CORPSE AND OTHER STORIES Simmons, Josh

Acclaimed graphic novelist and master of modern horror, Josh Simmons returns with a harrowing collection of short stories. Flayed Corpse and Other Stories contains more than two dozen tales of anxiety and dread, complementing each other as they are graphically imagined. Flayed Corpse also collects several collaborations between Simmons and other cartoonists, including James Romberger, Anders Nilsen, and Tara Booth, amongst others. Simmons has been credited with ‘setting a scene better than any horror movie could’ (Publishers Weekly), making this short story collection like no other.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Flayed Corpse is a graphic novel collection of over two dozen horror stories.

• Josh Simmons is a critically acclaimed cartoonist and Flayed Corpse features work with other successful cartoonists.

• The stories feature both coloured and black and white cartoons.

• As the Creepypasta series proves, horror is still very much a popular short story genre.

• Simmons is an Eisner Award-nominated cartoonist.

ISBN 13: 9781683960812, 180pp h/b, £20.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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MUDBITE

Cooper, Dave

Mudbite compiles two all-new Eddy Table stories, ‘Mud River’ and ‘Bug Bite’, in which Eddy Table returns to his roots, acting as Dave’s alter ego in the dreamlike narratives. Eddy first appeared in the early ‘90s in Dave Cooper’s award-winning underground comic series, Weasel.

The stories are based on baffling dreams and a unique kind of logical nonsense, centring on encounters with voluptuous women and fantasy technology. In ‘Mud River’, Eddy makes a foolish mistake, and in ‘Big Bite’, Eddy messes up his family vacation. Fans will be excited to see the return of Cooper to this genre.

KEY SELLING POINTS • This is the first new book in years from a fan favourite.

• Mudbite’s graphic novel format compliments the fantasy elements of the text as Cooper’s creative plots are visualised.

• Offers two different Eddy Table stories, a character that first materialised in Cooper’s award winning ‘90s comics.

• Cooper instils a unique blend of logic and nonsense to these stories.

ISBN 13: 9781683960874, 72pp h/b, £16.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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WHEN WE ALL ATE WONDERBREAD Hollander, Nicole

This is veteran cartoonist Hollander’s first longform work; her coming-of-age story, starring the gangsters, the glamorous, the bed bugs, the (enviable) Catholic girls, the police, the jUKebox, the fortune teller, and the blue Hudson - the family car, always at the ready for frequent drives into better neighbourhoods. Not only does this illustrated memoir give insight into how Hollander developed her style and wit, it’s a chronicle of a Chicago community that has since disappeared into an expressway.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The debut graphic novel from feminist icon and internationally syndicated cartoonist Nicole Hollander.

• Hollander gave voice to the single woman for thousands of readers in the 1980s and beyond.

• Her clear-eyed humour is similar to the work of Merrill Markoe and Lynda Barry.

• Offers a glimpse into a vibrant Chicago community that has since been buried by an expressway.

ISBN 13: 9781683960102, 160pp p/b, £26.99 Published by FANTAGRAPHICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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EXO

Frissen, Jerry & Scoffoni, Philippe

Near future. NASA is confident it has finally discovered an exo-planet likely to accommodate life. Located 4 light-years from Earth, Darwin II throws up lots of questions and is scheduled for imminent exploration by a space probe. At the same very moment, an orbital space station is struck by a missile shot from the moon, killing several astronauts. Coincidence or conspiracy?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Jerry Frissen is the co-writer of a number of bestselling graphic novels, such as, The Metabaron series.

• Philippe Scoffoni has previously collaborated on sci-fi series Milo (Delcourt) with writer Benoit Riviere.

• This taught thriller fulfills all its promises.’ - LeFictionAute.com ISBN 13: 9781594654589, 144pp h/b, £19.99 Published by HUMANOIDS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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THE MASK OF FUDO #1 Oversized Deluxe Tenuta, Saverio

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INITIATES, THE A Comic Artist and a Wine Artisan Exchange Jobs (2nd Edition) Davodeau, Etienne

Etienne Davodeau is a comic artist. He doesn’t know much about the world of wine-making. Richard Leroy is a wine-maker. He’s rarely even read comics. But these two are full of good will and curiosity. Why do we choose to spend one’s life writing and creating comics or producing wine? How and for whom do we do them? To answer these questions, Etienne went to work in Richard’s vineyards and cellar. Richard, in return, leapt into the world of comics. They opened a lot of bottles and read many comics. They travelled around, meeting authors and winemakers sharing their passion for their jobs.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The sold out hardcover now in paperback!

• With guest appearances by Trondheim, Emmanuel Guibert and Marc-Antoine Matthieu.

• The first ever exploration of the nature of a man’s profession with a true life representation from two perspectives.

ISBN 13: 9781681121338, 272pp p/b, £17.99 Published by NBM Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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Two dark slits in place of eyes, and a thin scowl accentuate the pale and smooth face of Nobu Fudo.

These intimidating features belong to the wooden mask he has worn since child-hood, when he was still known as ShinnosUKe... a poor boy with a strong character. He dreams of becoming a masterful samurai, but when his sister is attacked his inner raging warrior is unleashed. But that’s not all that is unleashed...

KEY SELLING POINTS • Saverio Tenuta is the creator of Legend of the Scarlet Blades, co-author of Izuna, and the artist on� Throne of Ice. • Tenuta’s, Legend of the Scarlet Blades, sold over 130,000 copies worldwide.

• Ideal for fans of Lone Wolf & Cub, Princess Mononoke and all historical manga and anime.

ISBN 13: 9781594656941, 96pp h/b, £19.99 Published by HUMANOIDS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Graphic Novel

HASIB & THE QUEEN OF SERPENTS A Thousand and One Nights Tale Beauchard, David

Heir to the wise Daniel, Hasib is a young woodcutter promised to a great future. When his greedy companions abandon him in the middle of the forest, he meets the Queen of the serpents. She then tells her story, a fabulous adventure filled with gods and demons, princes and prophets. We find Prince Janshah madly in love with Shamsa, the bird woman of King Solomon. Love and perjury, epic battles and giant spiders ensue... From Kabul to Cairo, journeys intertwine with intrigues and spiritual quests while the fabulous nights follow one another. An enchanting and intricately designed interpretation of the story of Hasib Karim ad-Dim, through which fragment of the giant tale David Beauchard opens us the gates of the Thousand and One Nights.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A beautiful and stylish new look on a classic tale which older audiences can appreciate.

• Evokes the political and economic implications of the narrative by replacing naturalistic detail with striking symbols.

• Perfect for lovers of fine art and exotic fantasy, including advanced high school and college lit courses.

ISBN 13: 9781681121628, 112pp h/b, £21.99 Published by NBM Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

TRUE DEATH OF BILLY THE KID, THE Geary, Rick

William H. Bonney went from cowboy and gunslinger to pure outlawry. On the one hand, he was charming, fun-loving - often at social events like dances. On the other hand, he had no compunction to coldly kill a man, and anyone else who got in his way. He also proved hard to keep in jail even when caught. It is probably his feats of derring-do escaping from jails that made him most famous and it is the main subject of this biography which follows him until he is finally found and shot in the dead of night.

KEY SELLING POINTS • An authentic biography of the notorious outlaw Billy the Kid. • Billy the Kid’s story is a popular one with many movies and books written about his life.

• For readers with history interests and provides an engaging introduction to Billy the Kid for a younger audience.

ISBN 13: 9781681121345, 56pp h/b, £12.99 Published by NBM Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Graphic Novel

DUSTSHIP GLORY Will, Elaine M.

Dustship Glory tells the story of Damanus ‘Tom’ SUKanen, a Finnish immigrant farmer who responded to the economic slump and drought conditions that laid waste to the Canadian prairies in the 1930s by building a full-sized ship in his farmyard, hundreds of miles from the sea.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Elaine M. Will is the Award-winning author and cartoonist behind critically acclaimed Look Straight Ahead.

• Beautifully created graphic novel that reveals a quirky episode in Saskatchewan history.

• Elaine paints a compelling picture of life in the prairies during the depression of the 1930s.

ISBN 13: 9781988903330, 176pp p/b, £17.99 Published by RENEGADE ARTS ENTERTAINMENT Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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HOPE

Bolton, John & Kindzierski, Lovern

Building on the success of the original Shame trilogy, The Tales of Hope are three books that mirror the format and continue the Shame series. Picking up events in the story after the Shame trilogy finished, Tales of Hope follows the newly born Hope as she discovers her place in the world as Shame fights to find a way to escape hell and exact her revenge.

John Bolton is recognised as one of the greatest artists working in comics and graphic novels today.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The trilogy has a large female readership, the mother/daughter story proving to be an effective hook.

• John Bolton is one of the most acclaimed names in comics, known for his work on X-Men for Marvel and Batman for DC. • His is also known for his collaborations with Neil Gaiman.

• Bolton has legions of fans who snap up everything that he creates.

• There is interest from Hollywood producers and international TV producers for the adaptation rights to the series.

ISBN 13: 9781987825480, 64pp h/b, £10.99 Published by RENEGADE ARTS ENTERTAINMENT Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Graphic Novel

LOOK STRAIGHT AHEAD Will, Elaine M.

Jeremy Knowles is a 17-year-old outcast who dreams of being a great artist. But when he suffers a severe mental breakdown brought on by bullying and other pressures at school, his future is called into question - as is his very existence! Can he survive the experience through the healing power of art?

And just what does it mean to be ‘crazy,’ anyway?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Originally self published in 2013, Looks Straight Ahead garnered high praise from critics.

• Elaine M. Will is an award winning graphic novel creator.

• Promotes awareness of people with mental health issues.

• Elaine M. Will uses her own struggles with mental illness as an inspiration for creating Look Straight Ahead.

ISBN 13: 9781988903347, 256pp p/b, £17.99 Published by RENEGADE ARTS ENTERTAINMENT Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Graphic Novel - Superheroes

ALL-NEW GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL 3: INFINITY QUEST Duggan, Gerry & To, Marcus

As the Guardians begin their search for the Infinity Stones in earnest... they join up with the Nova Corps?!? That’s right - the Guardians are going to be walking the space beat officially! Collecting: Guardians of the Galaxy (2017) 146-151.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 has smashed box office records!

• The Guardians will return to the big screen in Avengers: Infinity War (4th May 2018)!

• Guardians of the Galaxy graphic novels are bestsellers!

• By fan-favourites Gerry Duggan (Deadpool) and Marcus To (New Warriors, Nightwing).

• Cheaper than the US edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846538803, 136pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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SPIDER-MAN/DEADPOOL VOL. 5: SPIDER MAN VERSUS DEADPOOL

Thompson, Robbie; Kalan, Elliott; Bachalo, Chris & Nauck, T.

Arcade’s MURDERWORLD expansion operation continues, and Spider-Man’s the first guest at his second, deadlier theme park! It’s up to Deadpool to save Spidey from Arcade’s clutches, but the question remains... will he want to? But when Spider-Man learns that Deadpool is selling S.H.I.E.L.D. tech on the black market it’s the last straw! Bromance? OVER. It’s time to hunt Deadpool!

The two biggest characters in comics are facing off and it’s going to take them all over the Marvel Universe, no holds barred! Collecting Spider-Man/Deadpool #22-26.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Spider-Man: Homecoming, starring Tom Holland (Captain America: Civil War) is this summer’s blockbuster smash!

• The Deadpool movie was the break-out success of 2016!

• Deadpool and Spider-Man graphic novels are best-sellers!

• Written by Robbie Thompson (Doctor Strange & The Sorcerers Supreme) and Elliott Kalan (Spider-Man & The X-Men).

• Cheaper than the US edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846538773, 116pp p/b, £11.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Graphic Novel - Superheroes

X-MEN BLUE VOL. 3: CROSS-TIME CAPERS

Bunn, Cullen & Silas, Thony

The X-Men travel through Magneto’s time portal to save the past! But something is wrong with the portal, which sends the team careening through time and space. Will they be able to figure out a way to get back to the present? COLLECTING: X-MEN: BLUE 16-20 KEY SELLING POINTS • X-Men have dominated the silver screen since 2000 with 10 related movies.

• Now the merry mutants move to the small screen in FX’s new TV series Legion - 2017.

• By fan-favourites Cullen Bunn (Monsters Unleashed, Deadpool) and Thony Silas (Venom, Captain Marvel).

• Cheaper than the US edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846538810, 136pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Graphic Novel - Superheroes

X-MEN GOLD VOL. 3: THE DARTAYUS ODYSSEY

Guggenheim, Marc & Medina, Lan

When alien invaders take one of their own, the X-Men must travel to the Negative Zone to get them back! Will the mutants be able to escape the Negative Zone with the team intact? COLLECTING: X-MEN: GOLD 16-20.

KEY SELLING POINTS • X-Men have dominated the silver screen since 2000 with 10 related movies.

• Written by fan-favourite Marc Guggenheim (Monsters Unleashed, Deadpool, Deadpool and the Mercs for Money).

• Illustrated by Lan Medina (Venom, Silver Surfer).

• Cheaper than the US edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846538797, 136pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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MANARA EROTICA VOLUME 2: KAMA SUTRA AND OTHER STORIES Manara, Milo

Storytelling virtuoso Milo Manara revolutionized comics erotica, rising from Italy’s ‘black comics’ scene to create deeply funny, sexy tales delivered with unparalleled storytelling skill. Spanning three decades of the maestro’s work, this breathtaking softcover volume features two of Manara’s most awe-inspiring painted stories, ‘Kama Sutra’ and ‘The Golden Ass’, alongside some of his earliest achievements, ‘Jolanda of Almaviva’ and ‘The Diary of Sandra F’.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A great introduction to comics erotica.

• The only comprehensive English collection of Manara’s erotic work.

• High quality printing in paperback for the first time.

ISBN 13: 9781506703947, 312pp p/b, £24.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

PSYCHO-PASS: INSPECTOR SHINYA KOGAMI VOLUME 4 Gotou, Midori & Sai, Natsuo

The perfect society and its price... the manga prequel to the acclaimed anime series! In the 22nd century, the Psycho-Pass measures emotional health, making crime not only rare, but strange and dangerous - and the only ‘safe’ job for a person on the borderline is as a cop... kept on a virtual leash as they hunt down the criminals they may soon become themselves!

KEY SELLING POINTS • A sci-fi manga prequel to the hit anime series Psycho-Pass.

• Inspired in equal parts by the works of James Ellroy and Philip K. Dick.

• Originally created by Gen Urobuchi, the writer behind the Fate / Zero series.

• Will appeal to fans of Minority Report, LA Confidential, Gattaca and Blade Runner!

• The Psycho-Pass manga series sold over 380,000 copies in Japan in the first year.

ISBN 13: 9781506705361, 184pp p/b, £9.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

BATTLE ANGEL ALITA DELUXE EDITION 3

Graphic Novel - Manga

CARDCAPTOR SAKURA: CLEAR CARD 3 Clamp

Seventeen years after the original Cardcaptor Sakura manga ended, Clamp returns with more magical clow card adventures! Clear Card picks up right where Cardcaptor Sakura left off, with Sakura and Syaoran starting junior high school. With the Final Judgment passed, Sakura thinks school life will be quiet, but then all her cards suddenly turn blank! The mysterious new power she discovers will change how she thinks about her powers...

KEY SELLING POINTS • A direct sequel to the highly popular Cardcaptor Sakura.

• The Cardcaptor Sakura anime is a classic that aired on CITV and Nickelodeon in the UK. • The anime has recently been re-released on Blu-ray/DVD. • Clamp is a highly regarded group of manga creators.

• Will appeal to fans of Clamp’s other popular series Tsubasa Chronicle (also available from Turnaround).

ISBN 13: 9781632365392, 192pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

FRAU FAUST 4 Yamazaki, Kore

A century after a scholar made a deal with a devil in exchange for eternal life, the story of Faust has passed into legend. But the real Faust is not a stuffy professorial man, but a woman, still on the run with her homunculus servant. When the magnetic, bespectacled woman passes through a provincial town, she adds a young orphan named Marion, looking for an escape, to her group. The next stop: A church basement, where a disembodied demon’s arm lies sealed away, and an officer of the Inquisition name Lorenzo waits to spring a trap for the blasphemer...

KEY SELLING POINTS • Yamazaki’s previous series The Ancient Magus’ Bride has been a bestseller in the New York Times manga list.

• The Ancient Magus Bride has been adapted into a 3 part OVA available on Crunchyroll.

• An anime series of The Ancient Magus’ Bride from Wit Studio (Attack on Titan) is set for release in October 2017.

• Detailed and stylish artwork with bonus colour pages.

• Will appeal to fans of megahit Fullmetal Alchemist (Viz Media).

ISBN 13: 9781632365507, 176pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

Kishiro, YUKito

In a dump in the lawless settlement of Scrapyard, far beneath the mysterious space city of Zalem, disgraced cyber-doctor DaisUKe Ido makes a strange find: the detached head of a cyborg woman who has lost all her memories. He names her Alita and equips her with a powerful new body, the Berserker. While Alita remembers no details of her former life, a moment of desperation reawakens in her nerves the legendary school of martial arts known as Panzer Kunst.

KEY SELLING POINTS • One of a holy trinity of cyberpunk classics, alongside Akira and Ghost in the Shell.

• Battle Angel Alita has been a favourite of American readers since the initial English-language release in 1995.

• A deluxe re-release, in a large size with premium paper and new cover designs, 12 years after the last release by Viz. • A major Hollywood film adaptation is coming from Fox and James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment, in 2018.

• Includes the nine volumes of the original manga, plus a fifth volume and new bonus material.

ISBN 13: 9781632366009, 400pp h/b, £21.00 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

GENSHIKEN: SECOND SEASON 12 Kio, Shimoku

Welcome to the world of Genshiken, home of the true otaku - the Japanese term for ubergeek. This is the story of a group of friends who are all members of the most hardcore anime and manga club in Tokyo - and the boys and girls who love them. This sequel series to the original Genshiken introduces a wide range of female characters, updating the series to correspond to the ever-changing demographics of manga and anime fandom.

KEY SELLING POINTS • An in depth and knowingly humorous look at Japanese manga and anime fandom.

• The original series was adapted into a popular anime series that was broadcast in 2004 and 2007.

• The original series is currently being released in omnibus editions, which are also available from Turnaround.

• Described as ‘Friends for the otaku generation’ by UK Anime Network.

• The second Season was adapted into an anime in 2013 and is available on Crunchyroll.

ISBN 13: 9781632365514, 240pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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KISS ME AT THE STROKE OF MIDNIGHT 4

Graphic Novel - Manga

PRINCESS JELLYFISH 8 Higashimura, Akiko

KEY SELLING POINTS • Similar to past dryly-humorous shojo hits like My Little Monster (Kodansha also available from Turnaround).

• A sleeper hit in Japan from the same magazine as Kiss Him, Not Me! (Kodansha - also available from Turnaround).

• A unique art style with expressions and emotions expressed in a more humorous way than most shojo manga.

ISBN 13: 9781632365583, 192pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

TsUKimi Kurashita has a strange fascination with jellyfish. She’s loved them from a young age and has carried that love with her to her new life in the big city of Tokyo. There, she resides in AmamizUKan, a safe-haven for girl geeks who regularly gush over a range of things from trains to Japanese dolls.

However, a chance meeting at a pet shop has TsUKimi crossing paths with one of the things that the residents of AmamizUKan have been desperately trying to avoid a fashionable socialite!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Two worlds collide in this hugely popular series, regularly the most requested on social media.

• Arrives highly praised by Kotaku and Anime News Network.

• Has been nominated for the 2017 Eisner Award for Best U.S. Edition of International Material Asia.

• Winner of the 2010 Kodansha Manga Award for best shojo manga.

• Was adapted into an anime series in 2010 and is available in the UK from Kaze UK. ISBN 13: 9781632365637, 400pp p/b, £16.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

Graphic Novel - Manga

Mikimoto, Rin

Hinana prizes her reputation as a serious high school student, too focused on getting into college to pay attention to boys. But she’s a secret fairy tale romance freak, sneaking away from her studies to see A Roman Holiday and tucking pop idol magazines into her textbooks. When her celebrity crush comes to her school to film a TV episode, she has to pretend to be totally uninterested even as she desperately tries to get close to him. However, she’s not the only one who’s not what she appears... her dreamboat isn’t just a pretty face either!

LAND OF THE LUSTROUS 5 Ichikawa, HarUKo

The young gem Phosphorite can’t seem to do anything right. Phos has nothing but a big mouth and guts. Cinnabar, a classmate, is a loner, shunned by the other gems because of the toxins emitted from their body. But when they get together, they will learn that they both have an essential role to play in the fight against the Moonfolk, who are intent on coming to Earth to abduct the gem folk and destroy their world. A beautifully-drawn new action manga from HarUKo Ichikawa, winner of the Osamu TezUKa Cultural Prize.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Setting and story will remind fans of Sailor Moon and its progeny; especially the Cartoon Network hit Steven Universe.

• Placed in 2014’s Kono Manga ga Sugoi! contest.

• Ichikawa has won an Osamu TezUKa Cultural Prize and placed fifth in the 2012 Manga Taisho Awards.

• An anime adaptation is scheduled for release in October 2017.

ISBN 13: 9781632366351, 192pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

SEVEN DEADLY SINS 25, THE SuzUKi, Nabaka

This manga series takes readers to the land of Britannia, a picturesque country ruled by the benevolent King Lyonnesse - or at least it was, until the king’s guard assassinated him and started a full-blown Holy War! Now the king’s only daughter Elizabeth must seek the aid of the dreaded warriors, the Seven Deadly Sins. Wrongly framed and sent into exile, they’re now the princess’s only hope to free the kingdom from the grip of the villainous Holy Knights!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Kodansha’s next big action hit, running in Shonen Magazine, home of Fairy Tail and Attack on Titan (also available).

• Has charted in the New York Times Manga Best Seller list.

• Winner of Best Shonen Manga Award at 39th Kodansha Manga Awards.

• Nominated for the Best Youth Comic Award at 42nd Angouleme International Comics Festival. Has been adapted into a hit anime series which is currently an exclusive to Netflix.

ISBN 13: 9781632365675, 192pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

Graphic Novel - Manga

LDK 12

Watanabe, Ayu

Shusei is the most handsome and popular boy at his high school - and he’s turned down almost every girl there, including Aoi’s best friend. But when his apartment catches fire, he has to move in with his neighbour: Aoi! What will these unwilling roommates become to each other when forced to share an LDK? Readers will love watching the funny and touching situations this unlikely couple experience as they slowly begin to warm to each other.

KEY SELLING POINTS • LDK constantly hits the top 10 on the Orion sales charts in Japan.

• The first 12 volumes sold over 2.7 million copies.

• A successful film adaptation was released in Japan in 2014.

• Nominated for the 38th Kodansha Award for shojo manga.

• Aimed at older female readers who are fans of the series Say I Love You (Kodansha Comics).

ISBN 13: 9781632361653, 176pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

SWEETNESS AND LIGHTNING 10 Amagakure, Gido

Teacher Kouhei is a single father who is terrible at cooking. His adorable little daughter Tsumugi barely remembers the cooking of her mother, who’s passed away. But, then, the pair comes across a teenage girl eating rice balls and crying (in joy?) at the park.

She takes Kouhei and Tsumugi to her mother’s restaurant, where they taste their first home-cooked meal in ages. A tribute to the power of food to bind people together.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A cute, inventive new food-based manga.

• For fans of What Did You Eat Yesterday? (Vertical, also available from Turnaround).

• The series has sold over 200,000 copies in Japan.

• Has been adapted into an anime series that is streaming on Crunchyroll.

ISBN 13: 9781632365699, 192pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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UQ HOLDER 13 Akamatsu, Ken

Negi Springfield, the boy wizard of the hit manga Negima! fought and won many battles. Now, decades later, his grandson, a little boy called Touta, dreams of leaving his quiet village and heading to the City. But before he can head off on an adventure, he must battle and defeat his evil teacher, the immortal vampire Evangeline!

KEY SELLING POINTS • From the creator of Love Hina and Negima! (both Kodansha, also available).

• Ken Akamatsu’s manga series have sold tens of thousands of copies in the UK - Negima! continues to be a top series.

• Set in the far future of the world of Negima!, it will draw in current fans but with an entirely new story.

• An action adventure story showing the importance of friendship and filled with light humour.

• An anime adaptation is currently in production.

ISBN 13: 9781632365798, 192pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

Graphic Novel - Manga

WELCOME TO THE BALLROOM 10 Takeuchi, Tomo

Fujita has drifted through middle school aimlessly, unable to find friends or anything that can hold his attention. Then, one day, he’s attacked by a gang and saved by a mysterious man. But this isn’t a karate master. Fujita’s Mr. Miyagi is a ballroom dance instructor! Reluctantly, Fujita takes a few beginner classes, only to find his inspiration: an entrancing teenage dance prodigy named ShizUKu. It’s Fujita’s first step into the high-octane world of competitive dance!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Intriguing premise, frenetic action and badass characters will make this a must-read for shonen and shojo readers.

• One of the leading series in Monthly Shonen Magazine.

• The popularity of ballroom dancing in the UK has never been higher.

• The BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing attracts millions of viewers each year.

• An anime adaptation is currently available for streaming worldwide on Amazon Prime.

ISBN 13: 9781632365811, 192pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

WAITING FOR SPRING 5 Anashin

A sweet romantic story of a soft-spoken high school freshman and her quest to make friends, Waiting for Spring will delight fans of earnest, fun, and dramatic shojo like Kimi ni Todoke and Say I Love You. MizUKi is a shy girl about to enter high school, and vows to open herself up to new friendships. Of course, the four stars of the boys’ basketball team weren’t exactly the friends she had in mind! Yet, when they drop by the cafe where she works, the five quickly hit it off. Soon she’s been accidentally thrust into the spotlight, targeted by jealous girls.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Probably Kodansha’s most-anticipated shojo romance title and a major candidate for live-action or anime adaptation.

• Runs in Dessert, the same magazine as Say I Love You and My Little Monster (both Kodansha, also available).

• A dramatic romantic shojo title often mentioned in the same breath as hits like Boys Over Flowers and Honey and Clover.

ISBN 13: 9781632365866, 208pp p/b, £9.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

WAKE UP, SLEEPING BEAUTY 3 Morino, Megumi

Satoshi’s father has worked for the rich family in the house on the hill his entire life, so when the teenager needs a part-time job to put himself through school, looking after the mansion’s gardens is a natural fit.

Satoshi’s ready to work hard, and he quickly endears himself to the staff. But there’s one ironclad rule even he must obey: Don’t go near the cottage behind the house. When he sees a beautiful, pale girl in one of the windows, Satoshi assumes she is being kept prisoner, and their secret meetings quickly turn romantic, but Satoshi has no idea just how terrible this Sleeping Beauty’s curse really is...

KEY SELLING POINTS • A gender-bending romance that will appeal to fans of Ouran High School Host Club (Viz Media).

• Runs in Dessert, the same magazine as Say I Love You and My Little Monster.

• A great combination of lighthearted romance and dark magic in a modern setting.

ISBN 13: 9781632365897, 208pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

CITY 1

Arawi, Keiichi

Nagumo is in a bit of a bind. She’s a college student, and like many people in her situation, is struggling with money. She is in debt and her landlord is trying to shake her down for rent. Asking her friends no longer works! They know her deal and they do not have the cash to prop her up, even temporarily.

So what is she supposed to do under these circumstances? Well maybe bullying would help.

Maybe petty theft? Neither one is realistic. Maybe getting a job would settle things But that means working and not having fun in the big city. That also means not spending all your earnings before paying your rent.

Life in the city is an adventure. Thankfully its a fruitful and entertaining one at that!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Keiichi Arawi’s previous series Nichijou has been a bestseller in both Japan and the west.

• Nichijou was selected by Guillermo Del Toro as one of the Most Read Manga for the Asahi News SUGOI Japan Project.

• The Nichijou animation shook the anime/manga community to its core with its unique comedy and charismatic cast.

• City has been long in demand for an English language release.

ISBN 13: 9781945054785, 160pp p/b, £9.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

DEVIL’S LINE 10 Hanada, Ryoh

Unbeknownst to the general public, vampires are rampant in Tokyo. To control and contain them, the government has developed a program to track and treat rogue vamps who decide to prey on the public.

But what happens when vampire and man come together in harmony and love? Will the public accept this, or will they try to tear such partnerships apart?

KEY SELLING POINTS • This series has taken Japan by storm with its mix of Western-style art and thoughtful writing.

• Vampire romance remains as popular as ever with audiences.

• The series debuted in popular manga magazine Morning, which also premiered Chi’s Sweet Home (Vertical, also available).

• An anime adaptation of the series is currently in production.

ISBN 13: 9781945054525, 200pp p/b, £10.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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FLYING WITCH 5

Children’s Picture Books - KS0-1

WISH

IshizUKa, Chihiro

Makoto returns to rural Japan to work on her magic after being away for six years. In her new home, she, along with her black cat Chito, share some of what she has learned as she gets used to living in a slower and more curious part of the country.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A new surreal, slice-of-life comedy for fans of Nichijou (Kodansha, also available).

• English anime series has been a hit on Crunchyroll, streaming since May 2016.

• At the forefront of the new comedy manga scene, an emerging genre which is gaining popularity.

ISBN 13: 9781945054679, TBCpp p/b, £9.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Graphic Novel - Manga

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM WING 5: THE GLORY OF LOSERS Sumizawa, KatsuyUKi & Ogasawara, Tomodumi

Following the actions of five fighter and their mobile suits (large robots made for destruction), Gundam Wing is a heavily political dramatic action work that is centred around a war between Earth and its surrounding colonies in space. A longtime hit of the Cartoon Network, Gundam Wing remains one of the most recognised Japanese titles in recent history spinning off a number of movie, books and model collections.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Since its anime premier in 1979, Mobile Suit Gundam has become one of the most successful sci-fi franchises ever.

• This is a retelling of one of the most popular instalments of the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise.

• The original Mobile Suit Gundam Wing anime series aired on Toonami in the UK. • Includes coloured pages and extras from the Gundam team.

ISBN 13: 9781945054389, 200pp p/b, £10.99 Published by VERTICAL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Picture Books - KS0-1

STAY CLOSE TO MAMA

Buzzeo, Toni & Wohnoutka, Mike

In the wide, shining world there is so much to see, and Twiga is curious. But Twiga’s tall, tall Mama wants her baby to stay close, stay safe from the dangers that lurk near each irresistible sweet smell and sparkling sight that Twiga finds.

With lyrical text and enchanting illustrations, this story of a mother’s love is perfect for snugglewith-a-book time.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Giraffes are very appealing and this story conveys little-known facts about them that will delight young children.

• Set on the African plains with accurate animals and landscape.

• Twiga represents all toddlers in his desire to explore and sometimes venture away from Mama.

• An exciting story with hints of danger, accompanied by soft, cosy illustrations that help to convey the message gently.

• Comforting message of a mother’s love for her baby which explains why Twiga’s mama wants him to stay close.

ISBN 13: 9781484787960, 30pp board book, £5.99 Published by DISNEY-HYPERION Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Cordell, Matthew

As an elephant couple embark on a life together, thoughts of children are far away-at first. But as the desire for a child grows, so do unexpected challenges. And it’s only after thwarted plans and some difficult disappointments that their deepest wish miraculously comes true. Now available as a board book, this beautiful, uplifting story about the beginning of a family is just right for parent-child reading time.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A new board book version of Wish, that features a glittery cover and rounded pages.

• Light and understated, yet emotionally candid, this look at the voyage to parenthood is an ideal gift for baby showers.

• Wish is a powerful and emotionally charged picture book that conveys a potent message of the challenges of childbearing.

• Readers of all ages will appreciate the combined messages of affirmation, hope, and reassurance.

ISBN 13: 9781484788462, 36pp board book, £7.99 Published by DISNEY-HYPERION Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Picture Books - KS0-1

THIS IS SADIE

O’Leary, Sara & Morstad, Julie

Sadie is a little girl with a big imagination. She has been a girl who lived under the sea and a boy raised by wolves. She whispers to the dresses in her closet and talks to birds in the treetops. She has wings that take her anywhere she wants to go, but that always bring her home again. She likes to make things - boats out of boxes and castles out of cushions. But more than anything Sadie likes stories, because you can make them from nothing at all. For Sadie, the world is so full of wonderful possibilities... This is Sadie, and this is her story.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The simple text and bold, colourful illustrations are perfectly suited to board book format.

• Currently being adapted into a stage play by The New York City Children’s Theater, set to premiere in 2018.

• This Is Sadie has sold over 25,000 copies and has garnered numerous accolades, starred reviews and praise.

• A charming celebration of storytelling, with references to classic children’s stories that will appeal to librarians.

• Sara and Julie’s first picture book received the prestigious Marilyn Baillie Picture Book Award for excellence.

ISBN 13: 9780735263246, 30pp board book, £6.99 Published by TUNDRA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

GUMAZING GUM GIRL!, THE (BOOK 2) Book 2 Gum Luck Reynolds, LUKe & Montijo, Rhode

With her new powers, Gabby Gomez is living a dual life. Keeping her Gum Girl heroics a secret from her parents is not easy. Maybe it’s time to come clean? But there’s a new villain in town, and the city needs her!

Get ready for more flavour-packed action as Gum Girl takes on a devious chef who is cooking up evil plans.

It’s another exciting adventure with the ever-elastic, super-stretchy superhero Gum Girl!

KEY SELLING POINTS • With its bubbly, two-colour illustrations, Gum Girl is an accessible, laughout-loud read.

• Gum Luck is back with new characters and more gummy fun that will keep readers cheering for the sticky superhero!

• A uniquely scented/reversible cover and bold illustrations that will help to draw readers into the gum-flavoured action.

• Montijo’s has had extensive experience illustrating books for young readers including kid’s television programming.

ISBN 13: 9781423161370, 160pp p/b, £5.99 Published by DISNEY-HYPERION Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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Children’s Picture Books - KS1

DON’T ASK A DINOSAUR Esenwine, Matt Forrest; Bruss, Deborah & Chin, Louie

Written in a masterfully-executed rhyme, the book presents a cavalcade of lesser-known dinos and pairs their odd characteristics with little tasks that are hilariously impossible because of those features. Don’t ask Deinocheirus to set the forks and spoons, because his hands were enormous, Therizinosaurus cannot blow up balloons, because he had very long claws. In the end they find the one thing everyone can help do is to blow out the candles on the cake... but will it create yet another mess?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Perfect for all dinosaur fans.

• Contains a glossary in the back of all the different dinosaurs, and facts about them.

• Kids will love learning the complicated, zany names of these lesser-know dinos.

• Matt and Deborah are accomplished, published poets.

ISBN 13: 9781576878415, 32pp h/b, £14.99 Published by POW! Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

JULIA, CHILD

Maclear, Kyo & Morstad, Julie

Julia and Simca are two young friends who agree that you can never use too much butter - and that it is best to be a child forever. Sharing a love of cooking and having no wish to turn into big, busy people who worry too much and dawdle too little, they decide to create a feast for growing and staying young. A playful, scrumptious celebration of the joy of eating, the importance of never completely growing up and mastering the art of having a good time, Julia, Child is a fictional tale loosely inspired by the life and spirit

of the very real Julia Child.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Julia, Child garnered glowing reviews from many US and Canadian publications, including Kirkus and Quill & Quire.

• Julia, Child was Kyo Maclear’s and Julie Morstad’s first collaboration and was highly successful (over 21,000 sold).

• Timed to publish in conjunction with Kyo’s and Julie’s next collaboration, Bloom, in Spring 2018.

• Portrays a unique angle as the book captures the spirit of Julia Child and her friendship with Simone Beck.

ISBN 13: 9780735264014, 32pp p/b, £6.99 Published by TUNDRA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

TRAMPOLINE BOY

Forler, Nan & Arbona, Marion

Through the eyes of a character we only know as Trampoline Boy, we are invited to understand how he sees the world. His favourite thing to do is jump up and down, up and down on his trampoline. Kids walk by and tease him, but he remains steadfast and calm. One day, a quietly exuberant girl, Peaches, is fascinated by his jumping. Trampoline Boy wordlessly invites her to jump with him, and by spending this time with him, Peaches and readers get to see how important and valuable different perspectives are.

KEY SELLING POINTS • There is an increasing need for books that focus on the positivity of diversity.

• Inspired by Ian Brown’s memoir, The Boy in the Moon, and the author’s own experience teaching kids with autism.

• Trampoline Boy appeals equally to teachers and parents looking for a way to introduce diversity to children.

• Available in time for world autism awareness day!

• Marion Arbona’s distinctive art is renowned in North America and abroad and has won numerous awards.

ISBN 13: 9781770498303, 48pp h/b, £14.99 Published by TUNDRA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Non-Fiction - KS1

FOREST FRIENDS A Walk through the Woods Eding, June

Comprised of colourful photographs, scenic vistas and witty, engaging captions, this is a great tool for parents seeking to instil in their children a love for the woods and forests of their world. Young or old, readers will be able to learn about life in the wild for these amazing animals, including the often surprising ways in which they make the forests their home. Showcasing a way of life different from theirs that goes on in their own gardens, young children will love the interesting photographs.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Conveys the importance of wildlife conservation through simple, concise language.

• Photographs will surprise and inspire young audiences, alongside brief captions that will spark curiosity.

• Environmentally friendly messages will appeal significantly to young parents.

ISBN 13: 9781578265015, 34pp p/b, £7.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Non-Fiction - KS1

JUNGLE FRIENDS Eding, June

Comprised of specially chosen, full-colour photographs and accompanied by brief, funny captions, Jungle Friends is a great tool for parents seeking to engage their children with the amazing creatures and exotic sights of the world’s jungles. Young or old, readers will be able to learn about life in the faraway wilds of these striking jungles and will fall instantly in love with colourful animal characters that call these places home.

Young children will love the interesting photographs, as the colourful visuals excite their imaginations to new heights.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Conveys the importance of wildlife conservation through simple, concise language.

• Photographs will surprise and inspire young audiences, alongside brief captions that will spark curiosity.

• Environmentally friendly messages will appeal significantly to young parents.

ISBN 13: 9781578265039, 34pp p/b, £7.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Children’s Picture Book - KS2

RAMAYANA An Illustrated Retelling Sattar, Arshia & Zohra, Sonali

The Ramayana is one of Hinduism’s two great epics and was composed about two and a half thousand years ago. It remains vital in the Indian imagination, yielding a rich cultural vocabulary of images, ideals, and social values. The Ramayana tells the story of a young prince, Rama, who is unjustly exiled into the forest by his step mother. His lovely wife, Sita, and his loyal brother go with him and away from the city, the three encounter strange and dangerous creatures. Sita is abducted by a ten-headed demon and Rama makes an alliance with magical monkeys to fight a war and win her back.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A stunning display of artwork showcasing India’s oldest and best-loved story.

• A fascinating introduction to Indian culture.

• Perfect for all those who appreciate art and a classic, timeless tale of love.

ISBN 13: 9781632061775, 224pp h/b, £16.99 Published by RESTLESS BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

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Young Adult Fiction

CHANGERS BOOK THREE: KIM Cooper, T & Glock-Cooper, Allison

Where Changers Book One: Drew dealt primarily with themes of gender and bias, and Changers Books Two: Oryon explored issues of race and bigotry, Changers Book Three: Kim tackles the thorny, less straightforward subjects of body shaming, self-esteem, grief, mental illness, and how the expectations of the outside world can’t help but colour the way we see ourselves. Kim - smart, funny, and finally fed up with the cards she’s been dealt - is finding out that friends change, love doesn’t always mean forever, and growing up means living your truth, even if it isn’t pretty.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The first two Changers books were well reviewed in The Guardian, Evening Standard, and Belfast Telegraph.

• Humorous and applicable to the teenage experience, particularly when it comes to questioning identities.

• Sensitively deals with issues of gender and race.

• Tie-in teen self-esteem campaign at WeAreChangers.org.

• Both authors’ work has appeared in high-visibility publications such as The New Yorker and The New York Times.

ISBN 13: 9781617754890, 240pp p/b, £10.99 Published by AKASHIC BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Young Adult Fiction

WILDER COUNTRY Smith, Mark

Finn, Kas and Willow have survived the winter of storms. Severe winds and cold have kept the Wilders at bay. Now that spring has come, everything has changed. They’re being hunted again, and they won’t be safe while Ramage wants their blood. But Finn and Kas made a promise to Rose - to find her baby and bring her back. And finding Hope means finding Ramage...

Wilder Country is the exciting, action-packed sequel to Mark Smith’s highly acclaimed The Road to Winter.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The sequel to the highly acclaimed Road to

Winter (Text, 2017).

• Wilder Country expands on issues brought up in The Road to Winter while asking some big questions about morality.

• Explores themes to do with belonging and personal development.

• Like John Marsden’s Tomorrow series, this adventure story will appeal to both teen to adult readers.

ISBN 13: 9781925498530, TBCpp p/b, £6.99 Published by TEXT PUBLISHING COMPANY Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Art

JESUS ROCKS Christ in Contemporary Art, Graphic Design and Pop Culture Lachat, Rodolphe

For thousands of years, Jesus’ life was the main inspiration for artists. With the advent of democracies in the 19th century, art left behind the sacred to become Modern, Impressionist, Cubist... Here is Jesus’ premiere in contemporary art, graphic design and pop culture. Jesus in advertising. Jesus in South Park. Jesus in street art. Jesus as an American superhero comic book character or in Japanese manga. Jesus, star of pop art. Jesus, superstar of fancy art galleries. With art from more than 300 artists, the world’s first book about Jesus in contemporary art is sure to entertain!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Jesus as portrayed in contemporary art, graphic design, advertising and popular culture.

• The world’s first book on this subject, featuring art from more than 300 artists.

• Although religious affiliation is in decline, Jesus remains a cultural icon accepted by those of many faiths.

ISBN 13: 9782374950068, 288pp h/b, £41.99 Published by CERNUNNOS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Art

JESUS ROCKS, THE POSTCARDS BOX SET Lachat, Rodolphe

A postcard set based on the world’s first book about Jesus in contemporary art. With the repression of the religious sphere and the advent of democracies in the 19th century, art left behind the sacred to become Modern, Impressionist, Cubist, Revolutionary, Dadaist.

However, if Jesus is not the essential subject anymore, he is still present in contemporary iconography: Jesus in advertising. Jesus in South Park. Jesus in street art. Jesus as an American superhero comic book character or in Japanese manga. Jesus, star of pop art.

Jesus, superstar of fancy art galleries.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A gorgeous, high quality set of images taken from om the premiere book on the subject.

• Jesus as portrayed in contemporary art, graphic design, advertising and popular culture.

• Although religious affiliation is in decline, Jesus remains a cultural icon accepted by those of many faiths.

ISBN 13: 9782374950624, 30pp postcards, £13.99 Published by CERNUNNOS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Art

DISPLAY ART Visual Merchandising and Window Display Wang, Shaoqiang

Display Art features examples of visual merchandising and window design by art directors, graphic and window designers across the globe, in an impressive selection that showcases highly creative window displays. The works included in this volume offer successful ideas concerning aspects such as lighting design, structures, custom lettering, amusing illustrations, textures, or installations made of multi-materials such as wood, steel, fabric, or rubber. In all cases, they have resulted in alluring artwork that appeals to the senses - and instincts! - of consumers and passers-by.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Features examples of visual merchandising by art directors, graphic and window designers across the globe.

• Perfect inspirational guide for art directors, visual merchandising designers and fashion professionals.

• Showcases an impressive selection of sophisticated projects and minimal but highly creative window displays.

• Offers successful ideas on lighting design, custom lettering, paper crafting, and installations made of multi-materials.

ISBN 13: 9788417084011, 240pp h/b, £39.99 Published by FLAMANT Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Scandinavia

Photography

ANONYMOUS Million Masks Tafuro, Anthony

Photographer, Anthony Tafuro’s quest to document rebels and subversive strains of activity in today’s popular culture persists. Now, Tafuro’s fascination with Anonymous, a loosely associated international network of activist and hacktivist entities, has led him to delve deep into the network of ‘Internet gatherings’ with hundreds of photographs from marches and behind the scenes meetings and other gatherings.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Anonymous and the Guy Fawkes masks have seeped into pop culture in a deep and impactful way.

• Through photographs, the impact of the legion is revealed and the physical presence of Anonymous is cemented • A fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at the mysterious and compelling organisation.

ISBN 13: 9781576878651, 160pp h/b, £24.99 Published by POWERHOUSE BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

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Photography

Photographic Techniques

DAUGHTERS OF CHIBOK, THE

BIG CATS IN THE WILD

Tragedy and Resilience in Nigeria’s Northwest Muhammed-Oyebode, Aisha & Akinleye, Akintunde

A Visual Essay of Lions, Jaguars, Leopards, Pumas, and More McDonald, Joe & McDonald, Mary Ann

Joe and Mary Ann McDonald have travelled the world for over thirty years, creating incredible images of breathtaking places and the incredible creatures that inhabit them. In this book, they have collected over two hundred of their favourite images of big cats from around the globe - from the majestic lions of Africa, to the powerful jaguars of South America, to the elusive tigers of Asia.

The Daughters of Chibok is a collection of interviews and photographs with the families and communities of the girls who were abducted by Boko Haram in 2014. It is a tribute to the girls which aims to capture their lives before the abduction and to highlight how their families have struggled to cope afterward. For the families of the girls, and for the Chibok community, the trauma of this experience remains a daily reality.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A moving and vital photo-essay that raises awareness about the girls abducted - many still missing - by Boko Haram.

• Comprised of photographs and interviews with the girls’ families and communities.

• The project was began by CEO and activist Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode who vowed to draw attention to the trauma.

• Photographs by Akintunde Akinleye, the first Nigerian photographer to win a World Press Photo Award in 2007.

ISBN 13: 9781576878590, 224pp h/b, £41.99 Published by POWERHOUSE BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

KEY SELLING POINTS • See stunning images of big cats interacting with each other in their natural environment.

• Hear the stories behind the images, and learn about the cultures of the people living alongside the big cats.

• Perfect for travel buffs, wild animal lovers, and those obsessed with the ancestry of domestic cats.

• A rare insight into the travel adventures of a globe-trekking husband-and-wife photo team.

• Containing over two hundred images of big cats from around the globe.

ISBN 13: 9781682033241, 128pp p/b, £20.99 Published by AMHERST MEDIA Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Photography

Photographic Techniques

CUTE BABIES

HIP HOP HONEYS Finke, Brian

What do you call the women in hip-hop videos?

Are they hip-hop honeys, video vixens, video girls, models, dancers? Are they revered, oversexualised, demeaned, or empowered? Are they stars or set pieces? Who are the women you see in videos? Photographer Brian Finke spent three years hanging out at backstage music-video shoots, getting to know these ‘hip-hop honeys,’ as he calls them. Finke brings his style of robust portraiture and documentary photography to the women who appear in countless videos for artists like Busta’ Rhymes, Kanye West, and many other B and C level video artists.

KEY SELLING POINTS • No one can argue with the worldwide popularity and influence of hip hop culture!

• Finke’s collection of hip hop photos comes at that culture from a different point of view fans will find fascinating.

• The Hip Hop Honeys he photographs have been in rap videos for decades yet rarely get the attention they deserve.

• Brian Finke is a renowned photographer and documenter of popular culture who couldn’t be more suited to this topic.

ISBN 13: 9781576878668, 104pp h/b, £29.99 Published by POWERHOUSE BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Photography

REVEALING SELVES Transgender Portraits from Argentina Arnal, Kike

Argentina was the first nation in Latin America to legalise same-sex marriage, but the situation is far from perfect. In the beautifully packaged and affordably priced Revealing Selves, award-winning photographer Kike Amal collaborates with individuals in Argentinian transgender communities, living side by side with them and documenting their day-to-day lives in a series of strikingly intimate colour and black-and-white images. Revealing Selves is both a celebration of the trans community in Argentina and a clear-eyed examination of what remains to be done in the struggle for trans rights.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Previous books in the series were picked up for serial in major LGBTQ publications, such as The Advocate.

• This series will be nine books strong by the time Revealing Selves is published.

• A beautiful but affordable package, with French flaps and full-colour photos.

ISBN 13: 9781620972878, 160pp p/b, £19.99 Published by THE NEW PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Images by Top Photographers for People Who Love Babies Perkins, Michelle

Babies are universal symbol of innocence, warmth and new beginnings, of hope for the future.

Whatever our adult opinions on religion, race, politics, or nationality, everyone loves and wants the best for babies. Accordingly, social science has shown that babies lift our moods, boosting our optimism and fostering a sense of empathy.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Looking at babies tends to relax and de-stress people.

• Inspirational quotes about infancy and growth add another level of optimism and love.

• Perfect for moms, grandparents, teachers, or anyone who might need a little lift.

• The top photographers share some of their favourite baby photos, capturing the sweet innocence of the first year of life.

ISBN 13: 9781682033142, 128pp p/b, £20.99 Published by AMHERST MEDIA Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Photographic Techniques

NIAGARA FALLS FOR EVERYBODY What to See and Enjoy - A Complete Guide Lynch-Johnt, Barbara

Niagara Falls is a top tourist destination for visitors worldwide. Dubbed the Honeymoon Capital of the World, The Mighty Niagara welcomes 12 million visitors per year. There’s much to learn and see when you plan your visit to Niagara Falls, New York and Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, and this guide will help ensure that you leave no stone unturned.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Over 120 images of the Falls and surrounding areas of interest.

• Historical facts about the region, its daredevils, and famous visitors/residents.

• Useful tips for making the most of your vacation to Niagara Falls, NY, and Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

• Covers a wealth of information designed to appeal to tourists from around the globe, expats, and residents alike.

ISBN 13: 9781682033227, 128pp p/b, £20.99 Published by AMHERST MEDIA Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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Comic Book & Cartoon Art

Video Game Art

ART OF EMILY THE STRANGE VOLUME 2, THE

CRASH BANDICOOT FILES, THE

Odds and Ends Reger, Rob & Parker, Buzz

How Willy the Wombat Sparked Marsupial Mania Rubin, Jason & Gavin, Andy

First appearing as a delightfully morose character illustration on t-shirts in the early 1990s, Emily the Strange has since insinuated herself into the darkest corners of pop culture, inspiring everything ranging from toys, clothing, music, to comic books and novels. The Art of Emily the Strange: Odds and Ends chronicles Rob Reger’s raven-haired icon with a melange of photographs, drawings, and paintings, all rooted in punk culture with a heaping dose of black cats - leaving you in a place where everyone is welcome, everyone is unique, and above all, everyone and everything is strange.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The art of Rob Reger and Buzz Parker’s popular Emily the Strange!

• A feature film is in development with Amazon Studios!

• The Complete Emily the Strange: All Things Strange was featured on the New York Times Best Seller List!

ISBN 13: 9781506705330, 136pp h/b, £20.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

KEY SELLING POINTS • A rare glimpse into the making of a videogame icon!

• A fantastic companion to the recently remastered Crash Bandicoot: N. Sane Trilogy.

• Crash Bandicoot: N. Sane Trilogy topped sales charts during its very first week of release!

• Rarely seen assets from early in the iconic game’s development.

• Sourced from Naughty Dog’s insiders’ personal files.

ISBN 13: 9781506706498, 200pp h/b, £24.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Comic Book & Cartoon Art

Video Game Art

INKING WOMAN, THE 250 Years of British Women Cartoon and Comic Artists Streeten, Nicola & Tate, Cath (eds)

This wide-ranging curation of women’s comics work includes prints, caricatures, joke, editorial and strip cartoons, postcards, comics, zines, graphic novels and digital comics, covering all genres and topics. It addresses inclusion of art by women of underrepresented backgrounds. Based on an exhibition of the same name, held at the Cartoon Museum in 2017, this book demonstrates that women have always had a wicked sense of humour and a perceptive view of the world.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The first comprehensive picture-led review of British woman cartoonists.

• A valuable addition to the growing work on women cartoonists, such as Graphic Women by Hillary Chute.

• Over 1000 contemporary artists featured include Posy Simmonds, Una and Kate Evans.

• Will appeal to all interested in comics, drawing, media, women’s histories, history of comics, contemporary art forms.

• The Inking Woman exhibition will be on tour in the UK in 2018.

ISBN 13: 9780995590083, 144pp h/b, £24.95 Published by MYRIAD EDITIONS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Comic Book & Cartoon Art

MARIE DUVAL

Grennan, Simon; Sabin, Roger & Waite, Julian

The book provides an entertaining visual account of the work of Marie Duval as she struggled and succeeded in creating a new urban visual culture.

It will look in turn at key aspects of Victorian mass leisure industry, such as tourism, day-tripping, fashion, the theatre, art and the ‘season.’ Placing Duval in the visual context of the emerging profession of visual journalism, this illustrated book offers an enticing glimpse of the exciting, strange and world-changing media environment of London in the last part of the nineteenth century.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A groundbreaking picture-led introduction to the wider world of the female cartoonist in the nineteenth century.

• Tantalising life story of actress illustrator overturns notions that women of the Victorian era were seen but not heard.

• Will appeal to a broad range of non-academic readers interested in comics, women and comics and Victorian culture.

• A touring exhibition of Duval’s work is on show in Berlin, London and elsewhere in 2018.

ISBN 13: 9780995590090, 144pp p/b, £24.95 Published by MYRIAD EDITIONS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Take a rare glimpse into the making of a videogame icon, and gain a first-hand taste of the undistilled creativity that brought Crash, Cortex, Aku Aku, and the rest of your favourite characters to millions of screens around the world!

WORLD OF WARCRAFT CHRONICLE VOLUME 3 Blizzard Entertainment

Like its predecessors, Volume III features beautiful full-colour artwork by Peter Lee, Emily Chen, Stanton Feng, and other fan-favourite artists, as well as intricately detailed maps and spot art by Joseph Lacroix. Bolster your knowledge of Warcraft lore with this striking third volume!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Chronicle: Volume I was a New York Times bestseller.

• Continues the critically acclaimed World of Warcraft Chronicle series.

• Features new artwork by Peter Lee, Joseph Lacroix, and more.

• Produced in close partnership with Blizzard Entertainment.

ISBN 13: 9781616558475, 184pp h/b, £33.50 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Music

ASTRAL WEEKS A Secret History of 1968 Walsh, Ryan H.

Van Morrison’s Astral Weeks is an iconic rock album shrouded in legend, a masterpiece that has touched generations of listeners and influenced everyone from Bruce Springsteen to Martin Scorsese. In his first book, acclaimed rock musician and journalist Ryan H. Walsh unearths the album’s fascinating backstory - along with the untold secrets of the time and place that birthed it: Boston 1968.

KEY SELLING POINTS • An oft forgotten piece of music history with an irresistibly cool cast, including Van Morrison, Andy Warhol and more!

• Astral Weeks by Van Morrison is a perpetual favourite, regularly ranked as one of the best albums of all time.

• Ryan Walsh’s Boston Magazine piece on this same subject was shared over 15,000 times on Facebook.

• Walsh is the frontman for the band Hallelujah the Hills, which has released seven critically albums and won many awards.

ISBN 13: 9780735221345, 368pp h/b, £18.99 Published by PENGUIN PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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Biography & Memoir

SECOND WIND A Sunfish Sailor, an Island, and the Voyage That Brought a Family Together Philbrick, Nathaniel

What is a midlife crisis? For the journalist-turned-stayat-home dad, it was the impulsive decision to throw his hat into the ring, or water, once again. A warm, funny, and modest book about the journey home for one sailor and his family.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Midlife reinvention memoirs like The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, Dreaming in Mandarin, Piano Lessons, and Great Books.

• First published in 1999, unavailable for years, then briefly re-issued in 2013 as a self-published e-book.

• Sunfish sailing is a huge sport with major national competitions. Targeted readership with specific interest.

• Late winter publication, before the sailors are all too busy sailing to read!

• Similar publication history to Away Off Shore, which Penguin also bought the rights and gave a second successful life.

ISBN 13: 9780143132097, 240pp p/b, £14.99 Published by PENGUIN BOOKS - USA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Biography & Memoir

Biography & Memoir

BRIDESMAID’S DAUGHTER, THE From Grace Kelly’s Wedding to a Homeless Shelter - Searching for My Mother Giles, Nyna & Claxton, Eve

The dual story of Carolyn and her child; one strand evoking a beautiful woman’s success and film star friendship with Grace Kelly in ‘50s new York - the other a child’s-eye account of a mother’s descent into psychosis and a childhood of deprivation and captivity.

Nyna, the youngest child of Carolyn Scott Reybolds, became the victim of her untreated mental illness. Yet through it all, like a glimpse of a different world, her mother’s oldest, closest friend would write and visit, the woman to whom Caroline would always play bridesmaid: Grace Kelly.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A true, dark and disturbing memoir of a fairytale friendship between Grace Kelly and her best friend.

• Beautifully written with bestselling co-author.

• Highly publicisable author with strong mental illness and women’s lives themes.

ISBN 13: 9781910463512, 364pp p/b, £10.99 Published by SEPTEMBER PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Biography & Memoir

NEW OLD ME, THE My Late-Life Reinvention Maran, Meredith

After the death of her best friend, the loss of her life’s savings, and the collapse of her once-happy marriage, Meredith Maran - whom Anne Lamott calls ‘insightful, funny, and human’ - leaves her San Francisco freelance writer’s life for a 9-to-5 job in Los Angeles. Determined to rebuild not only her savings but also herself while relishing the joys of life in La-La Land, Maran writes ‘a poignant story, a funny story, a moving story, and above all an American story of what it means to be a woman of a certain age in our time’ (Christina Baker Kline, New York Times bestselling author).

KEY SELLING POINTS • A universal, hugely relatable and incredibly uplifting memoir about life after divorce.

• Deals with themes such as female friendship, bisexuality, career changes and the end of relationships.

• Other narratives of women thriving in the second halves of their lives have found an eager audience.

• The hardback edition was reviewed positively in the Oprah Magazine, People, Parade, The Washington Post, and elsewhere.

• Meredith Maran has been called ‘insightful, funny, and human’ by Anne Lamott.

ISBN 13: 9780399574153, 304pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PLUME Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Biography & Memoir

SCARED SELFLESS My Journey from Abuse and Madness to Surviving & Thriving Stevens, Michelle

A powerful memoir of a shocking and improbable journey from torture to recovery. Scared Selfless will do for Multiple Personality Disorder what An Unquiet Mind did for bipolar depression. In this harrowing yet unflinching reflection, Michelle, now a psychotherapist, sheds light on the threat of sexual abuse and the effects on its victims and methods for healing. Scared Selfless is an examination of the extraordinary-and inexplicablefeats of the mind in the face of horrifying trauma and the story of Michelle’s courageous road to healing, recovery, and triumph.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Michelle will appear on Dr. Phil, airing around the hardback publication date, to promote the book.

• Stories about Dissociative Identity and sexual abuse garner commercial attention.

• After years in the mental healthcare system as a patient, Michelle now has a doctorate in Clinical Psychology.

ISBN 13: 9780735215351, 304pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PUTNAM Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

TOBRUK 1941 Wilmot, Chester

In early 1941 Australian soldiers stormed Italy’s stronghold on the Libyan coast and took control of the port city of TobrUK. Heavily outnumbered, yet resourceful and defiant, the Australians then defended the garrison against sustained attack by German forces. For five months the ‘Rats of TobrUK’ held on, dealing a major blow to the Axis powers’ North African campaign. TobrUK 1941 is the pioneering ABC reporter Chester Wilmot’s on-the-ground account of the siege, a landmark work of war writing.

KEY SELLING POINTS • This edition comes with a new introduction by the distinguished Australian historian Peter Cochrane.

• Wilmot was one of the ABC’s best and most innovative war correspondents.

His reportage pioneered Australian war writing.

• Wilmot was an embedded journalist during the siege, so his reportage is closely observed and insightful.

ISBN 13: 9781925498455, 464pp p/b, £8.99 Published by TEXT PUBLISHING COMPANY Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Biography & Memoir

TRAUMA CLEANER, THE Krasnostein, Sarah

Before she was a trauma cleaner, Sandra Pankhurst was many things: husband and father, drag queen, gender reassignment patient, sex worker, small businesswoman, trophy wife... But as a little boy, raised in violence and excluded from the family home, she just wanted to belong. Now she believes her clients deserve no less. A woman who sleeps among garbage she has not put out for forty years. A man who bled quietly to death in his lounge room. A woman who lives with rats, random debris and terrified delusion. The still life of a home vacated by accidental overdose...

KEY SELLING POINTS • The Trauma Cleaner is about belonging and the universal struggle we all face in finding our place in the world.

• Utterly compelling portrait of Sandra Pankhurst and a snapshot of the little-seen and oft-overlooked corners of society.

• Absorbing work of journalism as Sarah observes Sandra’s work cleaning up after scenes of death, destruction and squalor.

• A memorable, uplifting work of biography.

ISBN 13: 9781925498523, TBCpp p/b, £12.99 Published by TEXT PUBLISHING COMPANY Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

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True Crime

MANSON WOMEN AND ME, THE

Social Issues

GO HOME!

Monsters, Morality, and Murder Meredith, Nikki

In 1969, Leslie Van Houten and Patricia Krenwinkel carried out horrific acts of butchery on the orders of cult leader Charles Manson. At their murder trial, the lead prosecutor described them as ‘human monsters.’ But to anyone who knew them growing up, they were bright, promising girls, seemingly incapable of such an crime. Award-winning journalist Nikki Meredith began visiting them in prison to discover how they had changed during their incarceration. The more Meredith got to know them, the more she was lured into a deeper dilemma: What compels ‘normal’ people to do unspeakable things?

KEY SELLING POINTS • A bold and fresh new look at the Tate/LaBianca murders committed by the Manson Family in the Sixties.

• A powerful personal narrative; the author finds surprising kinship with two notorious female killers.

• Charles Manson and the Mason family are an endless source of fascination and fear amongst readers, even now.

• The huge success of The Girls by Emma Cline shows that the public has a great interest in Manson and other cults.

• Leslie Van Houten was put recently forth for parole; the outraged response proves the topic is still relevant.

ISBN 13: 9780806538587, 368pp h/b, £18.99 Published by CITADEL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Social Issues

CULTURE AS WEAPON Thompson, Nato

The production of culture was once the domain of artists, but beginning in the early 1900s, the emerging fields of public relations, advertising and marketing transformed the way the powerful communicate with the rest of us. A century later, the tools are more sophisticated than ever, the onslaught more relentless. In Culture as Weapon, acclaimed curator and critic Nato Thompson reveals how institutions use culture to ensure profits and constrain dissent - and shows us that there are alternatives.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A fascinating look at how art and culture is being controlled more and more by global corporations.

• With scepticism of the media and corporations at an all-time high, the timing of this book couldn’t be better.

• Thompson is one of America’s leading curators.

ISBN 13: 9781612196800, 288pp p/b, £14.99 Published by MELVILLE HOUSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Social Issues

UPSTATE GIRLS An Intimate Portrait of Troy, New York Kenneally, Brenda Ann

In the tradition of Dorothea Lange and Robert Frank, an eye-opening portrait of the rise and fall of the American working class, and a shockingly intimate visual history of Troy, New York that arcs over five hundred years - from Henry Hudson to the industrial revolution to a group of contemporary young women as they grow, survive, and love.

KEY SELLING POINTS • History that arcs over five hundred years - from the industrial revolution to a group of contemporary young women.

• A timely and essential look at the working poor: the history of class in America.

• Brenda’s work has been featured in Time, New York Times Magazine and Slate, and has won numerous awards.

• Foreword from Adrian Nicole LeBlanc.

ISBN 13: 9781942872832, 352pp p/b, £33.99 Published by REGAN ARTS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Twenty-Four Journeys from the Asian American Writers’ Workshop and the Feminist Press Buchanan, Rowan Hisayo (ed) & Nguyen, Viet (fore)

Go home!’ is always a slur, but often also an impossibility; this collection explores the words’ personal and political dimensions. Asian diasporic writers imagine ‘home’ in the twenty-first century through an array of fiction, memoir, and poetry. Both urgent and meditative, Go Home! moves beyond the model minority myth and showcases the singular intimacies of individuals figuring out what it means to belong.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Immigration and xenophobia continue as hot topics.

• There are very few literary anthologies of contemporary Asian diasporic writers featuring original content.

• About 75% of this collection is previously unpublished and confront a range of issues for ‘immigrants.’

• With a wide range of Asian-American and Asian-British contributors, ranging from poet laureates to Twitter sensations.

ISBN 13: 9781936932016, 320pp p/b, £16.99 Published by THE FEMINIST PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Education

YOU, YOUR CHILD, AND SCHOOL Navigate Your Way to the Best Education Robinson, Ph.D., Ken & Aronica, Lou

In this important new book, Robinson offers clear principles and practical advice on how to support your child through the education system, or outside it if you choose to homeschool or un-school. Dispelling many myths and tackling critical schooling options and controversies, You, Your Child, and School is a key book for parents to learn about the kind of education their children really need and what they can do to make sure they get it.

KEY SELLING POINTS • World-renowned Sir Ken Robinson’s lectures about how to tap into human potential reach an incredibly large audience.

• This is the broadest subject he’s ever done, with great opportunities to find new readers for Ken. • Ken’s sales track, reputation and reach, combined with his passionate message, are a recipe for another successful book.

• The Element and Finding Your Element, Ken’s previous books, hit the New York Times bestsellers list.

ISBN 13: 9780670016723, 272pp h/b, £20.00 Published by VIKING PRESS USA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

History

DANGEROUS MYSTIC Meister Eckhart’s Path to the God Within Harrington, Joel F.

Meister Eckhart was a medieval Christian mystic whose wisdom powerfully appeals to seekers seven centuries after his death. In the modern era, Eckhart’s writings have struck a chord with thinkers as diverse as Heidegger, Merton, Sartre, John Paul II, and the current Dalai Lama. Dangerous Mystic grounds Meister Eckhart in a world that is simultaneously familiar and alien.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Meister Eckhart’s powerful 14th-century mystic wisdom still heavily influences people today.

• His writings have struck a chord with Sartre, Heidegger and the current Dalai Lama.

• There has never been such an accessible book on Eckhart before, in part because the source material is so difficult.

• Harrington has the expertise to access the original texts, along with terrific storytelling.

• Harrington is a noted medieval scholar.

ISBN 13: 9781101981566, 368pp h/b, £25.00 Published by PENGUIN PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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History

Politics

DANCING BEARS

BROWN IS THE NEW WHITE

True Stories about Longing for the Old Days Szablowski, Witold & Lloyd-Jones, Antonia (trans)

How the Demographic Revolution Has Created a New American Majority Phillips, Steve

With a keen eye for the unusual and the ironic, Szablowski takes us from eastern Europe to London, Greece, and Cuba, uncovering the stories of people whose lives haven’t quite caught up with their countries’ political turns: the women who take care of Stalin’s childhood home in Georgia; the man who feigned being a healer to escape war crime accusations in Serbia; the villagers who turned their homes into hobbit holes for tourism in Poland.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A fascinating portrait of social and economic upheaval and a lesson in the challenges of freedom.

• This is the best kind of journalism - entirely unexpected, ideas driven, written with sparkling panache.

• A book to remind us how non-fiction can change how we see the world and think and feel about people and things.

ISBN 13: 9781911231189, 256pp p/b, £12.99 Published by TEXT PUBLISHING COMPANY Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Completely revised and updated to address the aftermath of the 2016 election, this new edition of Brown Is the New White doubles down on its original insights. Steve Phillips closely examines 2016 election results against a long backdrop of shifts in the electoral map over the past generation - arguing that now more than ever, hope for a more progressive political future lies with cultivating America’s growing, diverse majority through direct voter mobilisation and a political platform that meaningfully addresses the persistent racial inequalities in American society.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Completely revised and updated to address the aftermath of the shock Trump election.

• Phillips has emerged as a respected and clear-headed commentator on American politics at a time of pessimism.

• Offers hope for a more progressive political future, by with cultivating America’s growing, diverse majority.

ISBN 13: 9781620973141, 304pp p/b, £16.99 Published by THE NEW PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Politics

FIGHT FASCISM! Presented by World War 3 Illustrated Tobocman, Seth; Kuper, Peter & et al (eds)

Founded in 1979, by Seth Tobocman and Peter Kuper, World War 3 Illustrated was among the first American publications to treat comics as a medium for serious social commentary and journalism. In response to the election of Donald Trump, WW3 presents an anthology of comics about fighting fascism, contemporary American fascism, fascism throughout history and around the globe. This volume brings together an international and intergenerational cadre of radical artists including Kate Evans, Sue Coe, Erik Drooker, Peter Kuper, Lucy Lippard, Seth Tobocman, and more.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Extremely topical anthology from an established and well-respected graphic art collective.

• Will appeal to both comics readers and political readers.

• Contents focus heavily on Donald Trump, who will unfortunately remain relevant for at least the next few years.

ISBN 13: 9781849353007, 190pp p/b, £10.00 Published by AK PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Politics

A MOUTH IS ALWAYS MUZZLED Six Dissidents, Five Continents, and the Art of Resistance Hopkinson, Natalie

As people consider how to respond to a resurgence of racist, xenophobic populism, A Mouth Is Always Muzzled tells an extraordinary story of the ways art brings hope in perilous times. Weaving disparate topics from sugar and British colonialism to attacks on free speech and Facebook activism and travelling a jagged path across the Americas, Africa, India, and Europe, Natalie Hopkinson, former culture writer for the Washington Post and The Root, argues that art is where the future is negotiated.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Natalie Hopkinson’s last book was widely reviewed and critically acclaimed.

• Explores the important role of art in hostile political regimes, demonstrating the significance of art in social change.

• Hopkinson is a professor and will travel to promote the book to West Indian communities in the United States and the UK. • A Mouth is Always Muzzled features original artwork and photography.

ISBN 13: 9781620971246, 208pp h/b, £19.99 Published by THE NEW PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Politics

STRANGERS IN THEIR OWN LAND Anger and Mourning on the American Right Hochschild, Arlie Russell

In Strangers in Their Own Land, the renowned sociologist Arlie Hochschild embarks on a thoughtprovoking journey from her liberal hometown of Berkeley, California, deep into Louisiana bayou country - a stronghold of the conservative right. As she gets to know people who strongly oppose many of the ideas she famously champions, Hochschild nevertheless finds common ground and quickly warms to the people she meets, people whose concerns are actually ones that all Americans share: the desire for community, the embrace of family, and hopes for their children.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Addresses why people who would seem to benefit most from ‘liberal’ government intervention abhor the idea.

• Arlie Hochschild is an incredibly well-known and highly-praised sociologist.

• Entertaining, provocative, sensitive and insightful writing.

ISBN 13: 9781620973493, 288pp p/b, £17.99 Published by THE NEW PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Economics

EVERYTHING IS BROKEN UP AND DANCES The Crushing of the Middle Class Nesi, Edoardo, Brera, Guido Maria & Shugaar, Antony (trans.)

Just a handful of years into the new millennium, globalisation has had a profound impact on economies and societies throughout Europe and America. In this accessible yet literary work, Edoardo Nesi and Guido Maria Brera illustrate its effects in Italy through the changes that occurred in their own lives: while the former was forced to sell the textile company his grandfather founded before World War II, the latter became one of the key figures in European asset management.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Nesi blows the top off global economics and the ways that it has dismantled much of the world’s middle class.

• Nesi is a bestselling, award-winning author who also serves as a member of the Italian senate.

• Brera is head of one of the largest hedge funds in Europe, who has the conscience of a whistle-blowing renegade.

ISBN 13: 9781590519318, 144pp h/b, £15.99 Published by OTHER PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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Economics

A STRAIGHTFORWARD GUIDE TO INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY FINANCES

Nature & Environment

THE NATURE LOVER’S QUOTATION BOOK Hatherleigh

Fellows, Adrian

A Straightforward Guide to Individual and Family Finances is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of the complex area of personal finances. The book is clear and concise and is intended for the layperson or student, although it can be utilised by the professional. It is ideal for anyone who wishes to obtain important practical advice concerning this area, particularly in the current turbulent climate where uncertainty concerning savings and investments is prevalent.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Written by a finance broker who advises individuals and companies.

• Ideal for anyone struggling to grasp the current turbulent financial climate.

• Clear and concise, with an appeal to the layperson and student.

ISBN 13: 9781847167828, 144pp p/b, £8.99 Published by STRAIGHTFORWARD PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

From simple walks and hikes in the woods, to longer treks and camping, we eagerly search for opportunities to escape into nature. Now there is a beautiful collection of inspired readings to take along the trail and read around the campfire, or just contemplate at home. The Nature Lover’s Quotation Book captures the imagination and the senses, while pondering the words and wisdom of some of the greatest writer’s and thinkers of all time about the natural world.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The Nature Lovers Quotation Book is ideal for rucksack, backpack, or reading at home.

• Simply and accessibly offers the wisdom of notable authors, performers and celebrities on important themes of nature.

• Ideal for someone that loves nature and outdoors activities including hiking and camping.

ISBN 13: 9781578267446, TBCpp h/b, £10.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Science

THE PLEASURE SHOCK The Rise of Deep Brain Stimulation and Its Forgotten Inventor Frank, Lone

The award-winning science writer Lone Frank has uncovered lost documents and accounts of Heath’s pioneering efforts. She has tracked down surviving colleagues and patients. And she has delved into the current embrace of deep brain stimulation by scientists and patients alike. The Pleasure Shock weaves together biography, neuroscience, psychology, the history of science, and medical ethics to explore our views of the mind and the self.

Technology

DEFYING REALITY The Inside Story of the Virtual Reality Revolution Ewalt, David M.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Set largely in the 50s and 60s, when procedures such as lobotomies and electroshock therapy were all the rage.

• This is a dark, forgotten, fascinating chapter in our history, with what today’s research suggests may be a silver linin • The Danish-language edition was a bestseller in 2016, winning the prestigious Blixen Award for best nonfiction book.

• Frank’s most recent English-language book, My Beautiful Genome, was shortlisted for the Royal Society Winton Prize.

ISBN 13: 9781101986530, 320pp h/b, £20.00 Published by DUTTON Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

No longer just a mainstay of science fiction, VR has seen recent success with companies such as Oculus, Sony, and HTC. But little is known about its history, which reaches back decades. Ewalt chronicles its origins in Cold War military laboratories, and traces it through decades of hype and failed products, to a teenage gamer whose advancements made the recent breakthroughs in VR possible. Writing for a mainstream audience as well as technology enthusiasts, Ewalt offers a unique perspective on how VR got here, where it’s going, and how and why it will change the way we live.

KEY SELLING POINTS • VR is the hottest tech topic, with Ewalt’s 2015 Forbes cover article on Oculus Rift’s Palmer Luckey leading the pack • Sony’s Playstation VR has just launched and is proving massively popular with mainstream audiences.

• Ewalt is a seasoned journalist and a technology expert with a genuine enthusiasm for VR that comes across on the page.

ISBN 13: 9780735215672, 288pp p/b, £12.99 Published by BLUE RIDER PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Nature & Environment

Computing

YOU CAN SAVE THE EARTH, REVISED EDITION 7 Reasons Why & 7 Simple Ways Smith, Sean K.

In its long-awaited revised edition, You Can Save the Earth provides even more reasons and ways to pay attention to our planet by being stewards to sustainability. Including the latest information from climate studies, international policy and critical ecological issues, You Can Save the Earth brings the same level of solution-centred discourse to the next level.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Fully updated from 2010 to reflect current environmental concerns.

• Empowers readers with seven helpful ways in which they can save the Earth.

• Embraces the philosophy that each person can make a difference.

• Environmental damage and the importance of green living is a major global news topic.

ISBN 13: 9781578266708, 144pp h/b, £10.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

MANGA GUIDE TO CRYPTOGRAPHY, THE

Mitani, Masaaki; Sato, Shinichi; Hinoki, Idero & Verte Corp

The Manga Guide to Cryptography breaks down how ciphers work, what makes them secure or insecure, and how to decode them. Comic illustrations make it easy to learn about classic substitution, polyalphabetic, and transposition ciphers; symmetrickey algorithms like block and DES (Data Encryption Standard) ciphers; how to use public key encryption technology to generate public/private keys and cryptograms; practical applications of encryption such as digital signatures, identity fraud countermeasures, and ‘man in the middle’ attack countermeasures.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The Manga Guide series from No Starch Press is designed to help people understand complex topics with manga!

• This is a proven way of learning that uses storytelling to explain difficult subjects.

• The series has sold over 750,000 copies worldwide.

• Ideal for use in classrooms and on universities as a course supplement to difficult classes.

• For computer science students, electrical engineers and anyone aged 14-100 with an interest in this topic!

ISBN 13: 9781593277420, 240pp p/b, £21.50 Published by NO STARCH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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Legal Reference

Fitness & Diet

CONVEYANCING RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY

HOT BODY DIET, THE

The Easyway Guide to Conveyancing Residential Property is a comprehensive guide to the various processes underpinning the conveyancing of residential property, fully updated to 2018. It is clear and concise, and is ideal for anyone who wishes to buy or sell a property without the use of a solicitor or licensed conveyancer. It can be used by those who want a practical guide or by those who wish to learn more about the processes of conveyancing generally.

For years, fans have been asking Venezuelan fitness model Michelle Lewin this very question. Known for her enviable curves, washboard abs, and super strength, Lewin’s physique has earned her millions of fans who are eager to learn her diet and exercise secrets. And now, with help from certified health coach Dr. Samar Yorde, she will share the keys to her weight loss and weight management for the first time.

Stewart, Alan

KEY SELLING POINTS • A comprehensive guide to the process of conveyancing residential property.

• Fully revised and up-to-date for 2018.

• Alan Stewart is a lecturer in law, specialising in conveyancing.

ISBN 13: 9781847167804, 144pp p/b, £8.99 Published by EASYWAY GUIDE Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Legal Reference

A GUIDE TO LETTING PROPERTY THE EASYWAY

The Plan To Radically Transform Your Body in 28 Days Lewin, Michelle & Yorde, Dr. Samar

KEY SELLING POINTS • Michelle Lewin is one of the biggest names in fitness with an immense social media following.

• She has 9.7 million Instagram followers, 8.7 on Facebook, and 369 thousand Twitter followers.

• She also has 260,000 YouTube subscribers, creating an enormous audience for this book.

• Lewin’s program is easy for all types of women to follow and it does not include major diet restrictions.

• Lewin has been to the UK many time to fitness events and is known here as well as in the US. ISBN 13: 9780399585449, 272pp p/b, £14.99 Published by CELEBRA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Sproston, Roger

This latest publication in the Easyway Guides Series, Guide to Letting Property New Edition, revises and updates the previous edition in the light of ongoing changes in law and also practice, specifically changes in the housing market generally. The book is comprehensive and should provide those letting property, whether experienced or new to the area of landlord and tenant, with a thorough grounding in property management.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Fully updated edition to reflect changes in property law.

• Easyway remain the go-to guide books for specialist subjects such as this.

• Suitable for both those new to letting property and those looking to revise new laws.

ISBN 13: 9781847167811, 165pp p/b, £8.99 Published by EASYWAY GUIDE Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Legal Reference

A STRAIGHTFORWARD GUIDE TO DIVORCE AND THE LAW Freeman, Sharon

A Straightforward Guide to Divorce and the Law has been updated to reflect changes in the legal system affecting divorce proceedings to 2018 and is designed exclusively for anyone who wishes to proceed with a divorce case without the use of a solicitor or who wishes simply to learn more about the processes involved in divorce and the judicial system. The book is clear and concise and will prove to be an invaluable guide. All the relevant forms are included.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A guide to the legal system as it pertains to divorce proceedings, updated to 2018.

• Clear and concise and will prove to be an invaluable guide. All the relevant forms are included.

• Sharon Freeman specialises in divorce and the law.

ISBN 13: 9781847167835, 180pp p/b, £8.99 Published by STRAIGHTFORWARD PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Fitness & Diet

EXERCISES FOR PERFECT POSTURE Stand Tall Program for Better Health Through Good Posture Smith, William; Burns, Keith & Volgraf, Christopher

Exercise can improve your posture and health. With more and more people finding themselves working desk jobs and other largely seated, sedentary positions, the issues resulting from poor posture are only becoming more prevalent. The downsides of improper posture set the stage for health and mobility risks later on in life. Exercises for Perfect Posture provides the physical and preventative education necessary to improve posture and health through a comprehensive fitness program for all ages.

Fully illustrated and supported online at GetFitNow.com.

KEY SELLING POINTS • These workouts are designed with safety as their number-one priority to minimise risk while maximising results.

• Suitable for all fitness and health levels - the exercises are easily adaptable and designed for all ages and abilities.

• All three authors are renowned experts in the field of fitness and healthcare.

• Posture and related problems has been in the spotlight recently, with more people striving to improve their health.

ISBN 13: 9781578266951, 144pp p/b, £12.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fitness & Diet

FERTILITY FOODS Over 100 Life-Giving Nutritive Recipes Shaw, Elizabeth & Haas, Sara

Fertility Foods provides support and empowerment in equal measure through food and nutrition based on solid, scientific research and findings, providing you with the tools to successfully nourish your body before conception. Struggling with infertility can be one of the most frustrating experiences for women looking to conceive. Rather than juggle multiple prescription medications and their potentially harmful side effects, Fertility Foods allows you to seek better results just by changing your diet.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Written by registered dietitian nutritionists with years of experience, who struggle with infertility themselves.

• A resource that provides guidance so that you can re-gain control of your life in a healthy, nourishing way.

• Includes information on physical and lifestyle factors which may impact nutrition benefits for women trying to conceive.

• Offers research-based evidence to put science into practice as well as nourishing recipes that don’t sacrifice flavour.

• Includes full colour interior and colour photographs throughout.

ISBN 13: 9781578267033, 288pp p/b, £14.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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WARRIOR WORKOUTS VOLUME 2

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Relationships

52 QUESTIONS FOR FAMILIES

Smith, Stewart

Pain is weakness leaving the body’ say the Navy SEALs and Warrior Workouts, Volume 2 will not disappoint.

Developed and tested by bestselling fitness author and expert Stewart Smith, the workouts in Warrior Workouts 2 will challenge you like no other exercise program available. Whether you are an everyday athlete or aspire to greatness this book will leave no man standing! Drawn from essential training and workout plans used for police officers, military spec ops, and firefighters to keep them optimally fit, the book offers more workout collections for result-driven fitness.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Warrior Workouts is wholly original in the way it challenges you to dig deep and find strength you never knew you had.

• Contains a comprehensive workout schedule designed to drive you beyond the limits of your strength, speed and endurance.

• Offers readers and athletes comprehensive online support via social media, community forums, and a website.

• Accessible and easy-to-follw; combines comprehensive exercise information with instructional photos and diagrams.

• Stewart Smith is a formal NAVY SEAL and proven fitness expert - here readers can have his experience in their own hands!

ISBN 13: 9781578267408, TBCpp p/b, £12.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Fitness & Diet

17 HOUR FAST, THE

Merritt, Frank & White, Phil

Inspired by his best friend’s battle with cancer and drawing on his years of experience as a physician and the VitalityPro research protocols that he developed with iconic athletes, elite sports programs, respected nutritionists, and behavioural and exercise psychologists, Dr. Frank Merritt has engineered a unique protocol that delivers all the benefits of fasting in a minimum effective dose.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A fascinating book which has been inspired by a friend’s battle with cancer and executed with a physician’s experience.

• An enjoyable way of making lifestyle changes that lower body weight and BMI and reduce body fat.

• Presented in an intuitive and approachable way, this edition is suitable for everyone.

• Will especially appeal to athletes, military personnel, and high achievers who want a healthier lifestyle.

ISBN 13: 9781628602753, 304pp p/b, £24.99 Published by VICTORY BELT Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Fitness & Diet

THE PRACTICE OF NATURAL MOVEMENT Reclaim Power, Health, and Freedom Corre, Erwan Le

Try to imagine an out-of-shape tiger stepping on an exercise machine to get a workout. It doesn’t make any sense, does it? Wild animals simply move the way nature intended, and they become powerful, healthy, and free in the process. So why should it be any different for us? We have become ‘zoo-humans’, separated from nature and living movement-impoverished, unnatural lifestyles.

As a result, we are suffering physically, mentally, and spiritually. In The Practice of Natural Movement, Le Corre demonstrates our innate and versatile ability to perform practical and adaptable movements.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Le Corre demonstrates our innate and versatile ability to perform practical and adaptable movements.

• Easy and accessible exercises and techniques which can be practised anywhere.

• Provides inspiration to build a naturally strong and flexible body and to form yourself into a new, capable person.

• Perfect for those who are spiritual and want to get in touch with nature.

ISBN 13: 9781628602838, 432pp p/b, £49.99 Published by VICTORY BELT Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Learn More About Your Family One Question At A Time Hellstrom, Travis

Start the conversation! Learn more about those you love!

52 Questions for a Better Family has carefully formulated questions - fun, thought-provoking - that help you do anything from start a great conversation, learn more about yourself, your spouse, and your children, and deepen your relationships with the people you love. Presented beautifully in a compact package that’s perfect for gift-giving, 52 Questions for a Better Family helps readers to remember why nothing in the world can come before family.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Simple and accessible, this handy book offers readers a chance to improve their relationships with their family.

• Helps readers to better understand the feelings of those most important to them.

• Helps readers use simple questions in order to promote open, honest conversations that build strong family ties.

• Charmingly presented to encourage meaning and fun in all relationships.

ISBN 13: 9781578266937, 64pp p/b, £6.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Relationships

52 QUESTIONS FOR FRIENDSHIPS Learn More About Your Friends One Question At A Time Hellstrom, Travis

Start the conversation! Learn more about your friends! 52 Questions for a Better Friendship has carefully formulated questions - fun, thought-provoking - that help you do anything from start a great conversation, learn more about yourself and your friends, and deepen your relationships with the people you love. Presented beautifully in a compact package that’s perfect for gift-giving, 52 Questions for a Better Friendship helps readers to remember why friendship is the most valuable gift of all.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Simple and accessible, this handy book offers readers a chance to improve their relationships with their friends.

• Helps readers to better understand the feelings of those most important to them.

• Helps readers use simple questions in order to promote open, honest conversations that build strong friendships.

• Charmingly presented to encourage meaning and fun in all relationships.

ISBN 13: 9781578266890, 64pp p/b, £6.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Relationships

IF HE’S SO GREAT, WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD? Recognizing and Overcoming Subtle Abuse Neal, Avery

Many women - and men - experience psychological abuse without realising it. Manipulation, deception, and disrespect leave no physical scars, but they can be just as traumatic as physical abuse. In this groundbreaking book, Avery Neal, founder of the Women’s Therapy Clinic, helps you recognise the warning signs of subtle abuse. As you are able to identify patterns that have never made sense before, you are better equipped to make changes. An expert in the field, Neal has guided countless individuals to regain their self-esteem, their joy, and their lives.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Identifies a problem that many readers can identify with in a way that is free of stigma or blame.

• The subject of emotional abuse is highly important and timely.

• Many celebrities have spoken out about emotional abuse, such as Jennifer Lopez and Nicole Kidman.

• Dr. Avery Neal founded the renowned Women’s Therapy Clinic and is a contributing writer for PKWY magazine.

• Can be used as a tool for parents in educating their children about subtle abuse in their relationships.

ISBN 13: 9780806538617, 288pp p/b, £12.99 Published by CITADEL Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

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Mind, Body & Spirit

Humour

I’VE BEEN THINKING...

IRISH WIT, WISDOM & HUMOR

Reflections, Prayers, and Meditations for a Meaningful Life Shriver, Maria

Over 1000 Favorites de Lay, Gerd

In this candid and heartfelt book, Shriver offers up the lessons she’s learned along the way, and the meditations she’s kept by her side as a touchstone for the challenges that arise. The quotes, scriptures, prayers, and reflections within are meant to encourage empowerment, accomplishment, and forward mobility in women of all ages.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A small book that will have a gift-sized trim and package, perfect for giving to friends and family - or to oneself.

• Maria Shriver has had a number of her bestselling titles, all of which have hit the sweet spot of secular inspiration.

• Incorporates spirituality, insight and inspiration, and prayer. Crossover potential with the recovery market as well.

• Shriver is an award-winning journalist and producer, bestselling writer and champion of varied issues.

ISBN 13: 9780525522607, 208pp h/b, £16.99 Published by PAMELA DORMAN BOOKS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Cookery and Recipes

SWEET BAKE SHOP Delightful Desserts for the Sweetest of Occasions Sam, Tessa

Sweet Bake Shop features over 75 whimsical and enchanting treats and desserts perfect for every day and special celebrations. Included are reliable, delicious, and easy-to-make recipes to create dreamy cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more!

Features easy-to-follow tutorials, essential baking techniques, tools and essential ingredients for better baking, all compiled by Tessa Sam, whose real-life bakery and Instagram page has thousands of fans!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Tessa Sam is incredibly active on social media and gets an average 20 thousand blog views per month.

• She has 175 thousand Instagram followers, 24 thousand Facebook followers and 6.2 thousand YouTube subscribers.

• Her brick-and-mortar bakery in Vancouver is infamous in the city, both with tourists and locals.

• Features beautiful full-colour photography and easy-to-follow tutorials.

• Cute, pastel-coloured sweets and cakes will never go out of fashion!

ISBN 13: 9780735232914, 224pp h/b, £19.99 Published by PENGUIN CANADA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Cookery and Recipes

EASY KETO DINNERS Ketchum, Carolyn

Modern life may be fast-paced and furious, but everyone needs a healthy and delicious homecooked meal. From her hundreds of thousands of social media followers and website visitors, low carb food blogger Carolyn Ketchum hears the same question time and again: Is this recipe easy to make? With this book, Carolyn invites readers into her kitchen, this time to deliver mouthwatering keto dinners that are quick and simple to prepare.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Contains over 50 recipes, detailed prep instructions, and helpful tips to streamline the dinner process.

• In Easy Keto Dinners, Carolyn has put together a collection of flavourful weeknight meals that take minimal effort.

• Perfect for those who want to be healthy but have little time to prepare tasty meals.

• With hundreds of thousands of social media followers, Carolyn has proven her low carb recipes really do work.

ISBN 13: 9781628602777, 112pp p/b, £16.99 Published by VICTORY BELT Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Irish Wit, Wisdom & Humor collects over 1000 witticisms, musings, deep thoughts, and one-liners from and about Ireland and its people. It features hundreds of authors, poets, comedians, actors, politicians and many more that best represent the Emerald Isle including James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, Bono, Edna O’Brien, C.S. Lewis, Sinead O’Connor, George Bernard Shaw, and many others.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A hilarious gift book that captures the unique sprit of Irish humour.

• Features more than a thousand jokes - more than enough to split anyone’s sides.

• Simple and accessible, it’s the perfect book to pick up for a quick laugh for any occasion.

• Features some of the best-loved figures in Irish history and pop culture.

ISBN 13: 9781578267347, TBCpp h/b, £12.99 Published by HATHERLEIGH PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Humour

WHAT MY GIRLFRIENDS TOLD ME Bajic, Sonia

From the funny to the strident to the profound, What My Girlfriends Told Me is a beautiful illustrated celebration of friendship, full of the best advice for times of heartache or uncertainty, long nights and new beginnings. Wisdom from women who have lived.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Humorous, insightful look at the wisdom of women on love, life and self-esteem.

• A celebration of female friendship.

• Beautifully illustrated and packaged.

• Published for International Woman’s Day. ISBN 13: 9781910463796, 144pp p/b, £9.99 Published by SEPTEMBER PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Sport

WE MATTER Ethics and Activism Thomas, Etan

This volume will be an inspiration for many different people: sports junkies, young readers who need words of encouragement from their favourite athletes; parents seeking positive messages for their children; activists who want to hear athletes using their voices to address social justice; and schools that need motivational material for their students.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Etan Thomas was the first (and for a while the only) NBA player to speak out against the invasion of Iraq in 2003.

• Thomas is one of the most important political voices in American professional sports.

• Includes essays by, or interviews with, other major athlete stars, including female athletes.

• Part of Akashic’s ‘Edge of Sports’ imprint, curated by sportswriter and Nation magazine sports editor Dave Zirin.

ISBN 13: 9781617755910, 250pp p/b, £13.99 Published by AKASHIC BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

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Travel Writing

EXTREME ASIA: WHEN WESTERNERS GO EAST Williams, LUKe

On his way to join a 70-year-old Canadian former military survival teacher to ‘help him fight the bears’ on a three-month trek in remote western Nepal, LUKe Williams speaks to Westerners who travel to Asia to find things they can’t find at home - riches, wives, ladyboys, cheap living and even cheaper opium, mountains, tropical beaches and orangutans used in human prostitution. In this daring, fastpaced, funny and touching book, LUKe Williams explores Asia’s sex, drug and plastic surgery tourism capitals, and tries to find the one drug he has never taken a mysterious substance called XYZ. KEY SELLING POINTS • LUKe Williams is a reporter, broadcaster and bestselling author of The Ice Age: A Journey Into Crystal-Meth Addiction.

• Extreme Asia will be supported by a strong social media campaign on Twitter, Soundcloud, YouTube and Facebook.

• The author will participate in a promotional tour of Europe and Asia to support publication.

ISBN 13: 9781905379330, 300pp p/b, £9.99 Published by MAVERICK HOUSE Rep Territories: UK, Europe, Middle East & Far East

Travel and Holiday Guides

LOST GUIDES BALI & ISLANDS (2ND EDITION) 2nd Edition Chittenden, Anna

The recommendations in this book are a highly curated selection of special spots for Bali and its surrounding islands chosen by the author Anna Chittenden, who has personally visited and selected each place. Recommendations can range from secret beaches, boutique retreats and cool cafes, to traditional artisans and surf spots. Designed to be practical and useful as well as beautiful, this book is organised into neighbourhoods, with maps and original photography to give the reader all the information that they need. The book also includes interviews and features with inspiring local creatives.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Bali has been named by Trip Advisor as the world’s best holiday destination for 2017.

• In 2016 there were 4.9 million foreign visitors to Bali, an increase of 22.6% from 2015.

• Bali is the second most searched destination for UK travellers on Google.

ISBN 13: 9789811143618, 200pp p/b, £15.99 Published by LOST GUIDES LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East

Travel and Holiday Guides

AMSTERDAM LUXE CITY GUIDE, 4TH EDITION Luxe City Guides

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335442, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Travel and Holiday Guides

BARCELONA LUXE CITY GUIDE, 7TH ED. Luxe City Guides

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335404, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Travel and Holiday Guides

LONDON LUXE CITY GUIDE, 8TH EDITION Luxe City Guides

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335459, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

Travel and Holiday Guides

MIAMI LUXE CITY GUIDE, 8TH EDITION Luxe City Guides

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335473, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe

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HEAVY YEARS Inside the Head of a Health Worker Young, Augustus

Heavy Years, a book about work and its workings, is a stand-alone sequel to the widely celebrated Light Years. A literary memoir whose satirical edge cuts deep into the chaotic hierarchy of the late twentieth-century NHS, it exists on the frontier of fiction and reality and often through the prism of Young’s inimitable philosophic musings.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The follow-up to Light Years, which was widely acclaimed.

• Interest in the NHS is as great as ever, with junior doctor disputes, funding and privatisation all big issues.

• Young has a long and successful literary career as a poet, playwright and prose writer.

• Perfect for fans of autofiction, popularised by authors such as Edouard Louis and Marguerite Duras.

ISBN 13: 9780704374478, TBCpp h/b, £20.00 Published by QUARTET Rep Territories: UK & Ireland

Poetry

MASK OF ANARCHY, THE

Shelley, Percy Bysshe & Lucas, John

Written in 1819 after Shelley heard about the Peterloo Massacre, The Mask of Anarchy was not published until 1832 because editor Leigh Hunt ‘thought the public at large had not become sufficiently discerning to do justice to the sincerity and kindness of the spirit that walked in this flaming robe of verse.’ The poem has been recited and referred to by socialists ever since its publication.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Jeremy Corbyn brought this political poem back into the public eye, quoting it in the 2017 General Election campaign.

• With a new introduction from John Lucas, putting the poem into historical and political context.

• The ideas expressed in The Mask of Anarchy are still relevant today, perhaps even more so than when it was written.

ISBN 13: 9781910170489, 28pp p/b, £4.00 Published by FIVE LEAVES Rep Territories: UK Only

Politics

WILLIAM MORRIS’S SOCIALIST DIARY Boos, Florence

The Socialist Diary of 1887, written at the midpoint of his period of most vigorous political activity, remains one of the most interesting accounts of his activities. Its brevity and bluntness render it an accessible introduction to Morris’s socialist efforts, as he records grim economic conditions, the hostility of the newspapers and police, internal socialist debates, and practical obstacles to his efforts at propaganda. Finally, the Diary documents some of the movement’s many strengths - its genuine intellectual variety, cooperation under stress, and sense of excitement and anticipation.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A new edition of this seminal socialist text.

• Edited and annotated by a leading William Morris expert.

• Includes biographies of notable people mentioned in the text.

ISBN 13: 9781910170496, 180pp p/b, £10.00 Published by FIVE LEAVES Rep Territories: UK Only

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NEWLY ANNOUNCED TITLES October 2017 - February 2018 AVAILABLE NOW Fiction

EICHMANN’S EXECUTIONER Dehe, Astrid & Engstler, Achim

A gripping and beautifully imagined work of literary fiction that explores history, memory, and the traumatic legacy of the Holocaust. In the post-war tradition of trauma literature including Gunter Grass’s The Tin Drum and Bernhard Schlink’s The Reader, the highly acclaimed writing team Astrid Dehe and Achim Engstler raise provocative and universal questions of how we represent the past, whether we should, and how these representations impinge upon the present.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Publication will be supported by the Goethe Institut, which will also promote the book.

• Has already received excellent reviews in Germany, including from Neues Deutschland.

• will be of interest to anyone concerned with the story of Adolf Eichmann and his trial.

• Told with an Israeli perspective on Eichmann and his victims.

ISBN 13: 9781620973011, 208pp h/b, £21.99 Published by THE NEW PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland Available Now

Arts

LA JARDINERA Valeria Montti Colque Dusant, Macarena

Valeria Montti Colque’s vibrant work deals with issues of feminism, power and transnationalism. Montti Colque has a peculiar style that is both recognisable and alien. She builds up a world of her own by mixing influences from popular culture, such as hip hop and punk, with saints, jokers, female icons, and other mythical figures. Identity is central to Valeria Montti Colque’s work. She explores identities with the help of characters that symbolise strength, love, grief, trauma and gender power structures.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Valeria Montti Colque has shown her work nationally and internationally.

• She has received several artist’s grants, and participated in many performances, public artworks and workshops.

• Both artist and author share the experience of growing up with parents who migrated from Chile to Sweden.

• Also contains an interview with the artist by Angelica Blomhage, author and art attendant at Gotlands konstmuseum.

ISBN 13: 9789185639984, 124pp p/b, £25.99 Published by DOKUMENT PRESS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, E. Europe, Middle & Far East September 2017

Photography

PATHOS AS DISTANCE Muhe, Andreas

Both pathos and distance play a role in the work of Andreas Muhe. Pathos becomes distance, and this distance becomes a precondition that allows for pathos.

Muhe’s themes are often ambiguous, already emotional, and charged by their respective historical context: Christmas trees, chancellors, the chalk cliffs on Rugen, the Obersalzberg. The photographs by Andreas Muhe are accompanied by excerpts from the novel 1913 The Year before the Storm, by Florian Illies.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Pathos as Distance won a Red Dot Design Award 2017.

• Exhibition at Haus der Photographie, Deichtorhallen Hamburg May 19 August 20, 2017.

• A survey of the oeuvre of the renowned German photographer.

ISBN 13: 9783868288322, 260pp h/b, £50.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East September 2017

MONTHLY CATALOGUE - NEWLY ANNOUNCED TITLES Children’s Picture Books - KS1

SHOOTING STAR RIDER

Jin, Nayoung & Cote, Genevieve

One warm summer night, a shower of shooting stars sweeps across the sky. Elinor looks out of her window and makes a wish: ‘Make grandpa well.’ Elinor waits and waits for her wish to come true. Then, one morning, she receives a postcard from a shooting star! Instead of granting her wish, however, the star tells her not to wait for miracles from shooting stars anymore.

Outraged, Elinor sets out to change the shooting star’s minds, embarking on an adventure that leads her to the far reaches of outer space. Can she convince the stars that granting wishes is their most important job of all?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Nayoung Jin reminds us just how important hopes and dreams can be in Shooting Star Rider.

• Genevieve Cote’s editorial art has appeared in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and many more.

• A beautiful, imaginative picture book, with a dream-like feel to it that will be sure to inspire young children.

ISBN 13: 9781772290202, 36pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe September 2017

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Children’s Picture Books - KS1

WHERE THE HEART IS Tone, Satoe

In this beautifully illustrated, touching story, a couple of cats take an evening walk along the banks of a lake. The black cat wants only to catch a paw-full of the mysterious lights that shine in the water, to give as a gift to his friend the white cat. He fishes and fishes, but while he catches jellyfish and even an octopus, he can’t quite seem to get the lights in his grasp. Can the white cat help to show him that the perfect gift isn’t important, when he’s already captured her heart?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Illustrated by award-winning Japanese artist Satoe Tone.

• Highlights an important concept to children about valuing love over materialistic objects.

• A beautifully illustrated picture book with simple yet powerful images which showcase the love between two cats.

• High praise for Satoe’s previous works from Publishers Weekly and the Booklist.

ISBN 13: 9781772290066, 32pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe September 2017

OCTOBER 2017

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

SINGING AWAY THE DARK Woodward, Caroline & Morstad, Julie

On a dark winter’s morning a little girl has to trudge a mile to catch the school bus. Will she be able to sing her way through the shadows? Lilting rhyming text by Caroline Woodward and stunning paintings by multiple award-winning illustrator Julie Morstad herald an era when singing away the dark was part of a six-year-old’s rural schoolgoing routine.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Singing Away the Dark won 2012 Best Books for Kids and Teens selection by the Canadian Children’s Book Centre.

• Julie Morstad has garnered many accolades, including the Elizabeth MrazikCleaver Picture Book Award and more.

• Teaches children how to cope with their fears.

• The lilting ryhming text will help children engage with the story, making it all the more fun to read.

ISBN 13: 9781772290196, 44pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe September 2017

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Arts

KAGALAGADI SELF DRIVE van den Berg, Heinrich

Self-Drive is the popular alternative to the guided tour safari - and the freedom it brings to do what you want when you want and stay where you like means it will continue to grow. Local knowledge is the cornerstone of any visit to a park, and this is what this book offers. Jaco Powell has been escorting guests to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park for the last 20 years. He knows every bend and cranny along the tracks, where to look and what animals to expect and when. Disclosing the special wonders of this world whilst escorting guests is not only his livelihood, but his passion.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Comprehensive guide to all roads and routes.

• Easy-to-read maps of each route and road with conditions and advice.

• Useful information on all aspects of the Park: lodges and camps, what you can expect to see where and when.

• All wildlife photographs taken from a vehicle on regular routes.

• Hard cover for practical use in a vehicle.

ISBN 13: 9780994692450, TBCpp h/b, £29.00 Published by HPH PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK & Ireland October 2017

WHEN I WAS A DINOSAUR Matsuoka, Tatsuhide

When a little boy gets a dinosaur costume for his birthday, it opens up a world of imagination.

An amazing, prehistoric world, full of friendly Iguanadons and dangerous Tyrannosauruses, but most of all-adventure. Welcome to Dinosaur Land...

KEY SELLING POINTS • Tatsuhide Matsuoka is an award-winning author, known for his ability to help kids become aware of science and nature.

• Perfect for all children who love dinosaurs and adventure!

• Children love dressing up and role playing.

ISBN 13: 9781927018880, 40pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe September 2017

Arts

PLANET OKAVANGO Lochner, Hannes

The latest Nature & Wildlife book from internationally acclaimed photographer Hannes Lochner, Planet Okavango is an evocative tribute to the wetland deltas of Botswana, its inhabitants, and its unique wonder. The meeting of the creative mastery of Hannes Lochner and the rich beauty of the Okavango has resulted in a stunning work, every page vivid with images of the delta wildlife at their natural best. Hannes is one of the last true wildlife photographers for whom photography is not only

an art, but also a way of life.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Hannes Lochner is a multi award-winning photographer.

• Filled with hallmark ‘once in a lifetime’ photographs, the result ofliving in situ for years.

• The huge variety of wildlife and seasonal variations are all represented.

• Highest level of reproduction technology, using ultra high quality Chroma Sentric and Sepiana printing processes.

ISBN 13: 9780620751452, TBCpp h/b, £59.00 Published by HPH PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK & Ireland October 2017

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Photography

POTEMKIN VILLAGE, THE

Hermann, Ken

Flowers are a hugely important part of Indian culture, used in everything from temple rituals to festivals and parties - and Malik Ghat flower market is the largest of its kind in India. Located in Calcutta, next to the Hooghly river, it attracts more than 2,000 sellers each day, who flock to peddle their blooms amid frantic scenes. After having visited Calcutta and its flower market for the first time, Danish photographer Ken Hermann decided to take portraits of the sellers, their magnificent garlands often appearing in stark contrast to their own dusty and sweat-soaked attire.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Project has been featured in The Independent, Creative Review, National Geographic Huffington Post, and other outlets.

• A stunning and elaborately designed gift book.

• Flower Men is an exquisite tribute to tradition and a poignant future relic.

• Explores the fragile balance between people and their environment, between tradition and modernity.

ISBN 13: 9783868288056, 96pp h/b, £22.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East October 2017

Photography

HERE / STILL / NOW

Sailer, Gregor

Gregor Sailer’s new project presents actual architectural manifestations driven by political, military, and economic motives: combat training centres in the USA and Europe, faithful replicas of European cities in China, and vehicle test cities in Sweden. And finally, a classical Potemkin village in Russia, where, on the occasion of a visit by Vladimir Putin to Suzdal on the Golden Ring and a triple summit in the city of Ufa, whole streets were masked with adhesive foil, wallpaper, and tarpaulins in an effort to provide the abandoned buildings with a feigned sense of activity.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Challenges our understanding of what it means to encounter authenticity and illusion within photography.

• Exhibitions in Munich, Innsbruck, Russia and Berlin in 2017 & 2018.

• Pictures give the viewer access to the world of fakes, copies, and stage sets and call these at times absurd aberrations ISBN 13: 9783868288278, 304pp p/b, £52.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East October 2017

Photography

REGLA

Lo Calzo, Nicola

D’Amato, Paul

There is nothing particularly unique about the west side of Chicago. It’s not the poorest, the oldest, the largest, or the most African-American of AfricanAmerican communities in the U.S. It is just like every other swath of poverty in and around every single city in the U.S. We are led to believe that the only time these communities are in crisis is when something occurs thatlands on a front page. The real crisis, however, is on-going and it’s one of acceptance - acceptance of the conditions, day in dayout.

KEY SELLING POINTS • An important book with contributions from a variety of academic contributors and curators.

• A breathtaking range of photographic subjects.

• D’Amato’s portraits give individual faces to the ongoing crisis in AfricanAmerican communities.

ISBN 13: 9783868287820, 160pp h/b, £34.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East October 2017

Photography

NICHOLAS NIXON Nixon, Nicholas

This book accompanies a comprehensive retrospective based on around 200 photographs

by Nicholas Nixon (b. 1947 in Detroit), who has produced one of the most powerful and personal photographic oeuvres of the past few decades.

Nixon expresses himself in a poetic voice that is unmistakeable and profoundly original, unaffected by the pressure of contemporary artistic movements and closely connected to reality and life.

KEY SELLING POINTS • This volume makes apparent Nixon’s original contribution to photography over the last 40 years.

• The first comprehensive retrospective of Nixon in Europe.

• Accompanies a travelling exhibition - Madrid, Almeria, Berlin and Brussels.

ISBN 13: 9783868288285, 288pp h/b, £45.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East October 2017

For the last five years Nicola Lo Calzo has been exploring the living memories of slavery and colonialism on various continents. After going to West Africa, the Caribbean and South America, then to Louisiana and Mississippi, he turned to Cuba, in particular the Afro-Cuban communities, the descendants of former African slaves and creoles.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Explores the living memories of slavery and colonialism, and reclaiming identity and culture in contemporary Cuba.

• Lo Calzo’s is a regular contributor to the international press including Le Monde, The New Yorker, The New York Times.

• Lo Calzo’s previous books were Inside Niger (Kehrer 2012) and Obia (Kehrer 2015).

ISBN 13: 9783868287882, 144pp h/b, £32.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East October 2017

Photography

RODNEY GRAHAM: LIGHTBOXES Burda, Stiftung Frieder

This book, designed in close co-operation with the artist, accompanies the exhibition at Museum Frieder Burda. It presents Graham s 36 photo light boxes from 2000 to the present, among them key works like the Newspaper Man. The central focus is on the manifold ways in which Graham has staged himself. He always gives the impression of a melancholy time traveller, a modern-day Buster Keaton, negotiating the trials and tribulations of modern culture in various guises KEY SELLING POINTS • For the first time, this book presents all 36 photo light boxes.

• His work combines film, photography, installation, performance, painting, literature, and music.

• Appropriates styles, trends, and discourses from the era of romanticism through to post-modernity.

ISBN 13: 9783868288025, 130pp h/b, £35.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East October 2017

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LUXE Dubai (10th Edition) Luxe City Guides

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335411, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

Travel and Holiday Guides

LUXE Los Angeles (8th Edition) Luxe City Guides

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Travel and Holiday Guides

LUXE Tokyo (13th Edition) Luxe City Guides

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335435, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

BORED BOOK, THE

Slater, David Michael & Keith, Doug

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335466, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

A brother and sister are bored and irritated visiting their grandfather. There’s no TV, no video games or computers - only books! Sent by their grandfather into the attic, they discover a dusty volume that is unlike all the others. When they open it, it expands into a giant map. As the map grows larger and larger, filling the attic, the children fall into adventures that take them all over the world, face to face with sharks, pirates, knights, even an abominable snowman. Suddenly their visit is anything but boring!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Stunning illustrations, with no text, to remind youngsters of the unique adventures to be found in books.

• The hardcover edition of The Bored Book was nominated for the 2011 Sakura Medal.

• Perfect for those reluctant readers!

ISBN 13: 9781772290189, 32pp p/b, £7.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

Travel and Holiday Guides

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

LUXE New York (8th Edition) Luxe City Guides

All LUXE print guides will be relaunched in 2017, the first major evolution since we published our first Bangkok print guide in late 2002. While keeping our iconic accordion format and opinionated insider knowledge, we are refreshing the guides with updated front covers, useful new content features and, most excitingly of all, a complementary digital guide that is now included with the print guide purchase. The re-launch will be supported by an extensive PR campaign.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ultra-handy, light format that fits into a pocket or

handbag.

• Unique shopping itineraries that lead the streets and areas one would simply never find as a visitor.

• Written by resident contributors and verified by an in-house expert editor to guarantee the highest standard.

• The Times UK have called LUXE ‘the world’s coolest guidebook publisher.’

ISBN 13: 9789888335428, 22pp p/b, £14.99 Published by LUXE LIMITED Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

ELLA’S UMBRELLAS

Lloyd, Jennifer & Spires, Ashley

Ella has every umbrella under the rainbow, from aquamarine to jellybean green. Her umbrellas fill up the entire house. Aunt Stella from Kathmandu is coming to visit and Ella’s mom demands that Ella get rid of her umbrellas. But Ella wants to keep her precious possessions. Brought to life through rhythmic text and fun watercolour illustrations, this is the perfect book to cheer anyone up on a drizzly day.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Ella’s Umbrellas has won multiple awards for excellence in book design.

• Jennifer Lloyd’s rhythmic text and Ashley Spires’ vibrant watercolour illustrations will cheer any child on a rainy day!

• Provides an important lesson to children about the consequences of hoarding, but conveyed in a fun, entertaining way.

ISBN 13: 9781772290103, 36pp p/b, £7.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

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ERRAND, THE

LaFleur, Leo & Oehlers, Adam

You can’t remember how you became the errand boy of a suspected witch... you can only remember being desperate.’ In this fable-like graphic novel, a young boy hurries to deliver a package - to an unusual and terrifying woman who lives deep within the sinister Whispering Woods. On the way, he must face his fears in the darkness of the forest.

He passes the mystical wolves of the deep caves, slips by murderous spiders, feels the shaking of the giant as it snores, and even encounters a glimmer of hope... but what awaits him at the woman’s hut?

KEY SELLING POINTS • A beautifully haunting book with lyrical language that will be sure to capture any child’s attention.

• With a dark and mysterious plot, The Errand will provide an engaging read, and teach children the meaning of courage.

• Perfect for all those who love fairy tales, fables and an eccentric read.

ISBN 13: 9781772290240, 44pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

LOOKING FOR LOONS

Lloyd, Jennifer & Wakelin, Kirsti Anne

Just after sunrise a boy ventures to the front porch of his family cottage to scan the misty lake with an old pair of binoculars. He is looking for loons. As he waits, his other pajama-wearing family members join him, and together they experience the fascinating sights and sounds of nature.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A stunning display of watercolour artwork that captures nature in it purest form.

• Jennifer Lloyd is a multi-award winning author, including numerous Alcuin Society Awards for Excellence in Book Design.

• Looking for Loons portrays touching family bonds and the appreciation of nature’s beauty.

ISBN 13: 9781772290158, 32pp p/b, £7.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

WAZZYJUMP Moniz, Michael

Wazzyjump is a magical rabbit, but no one knows what his magic is. Lion, ruler of all the beasts, wants to steal Wazzyjump’s magic for himself. And so does tricky Fox. But these selfish rivals are about to learn an unexpected and important lesson from the little rabbit, for Wazzyjump has a special magic that can be had but cannot be stolen.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Inspired by the classic Aesop’s Fables, Michael Moniz has created a whimsical and charming tale.

• Like all fairy tales, Wazzyjump conveys a powerful message to young children about the importance of selflessness.

• Michael Moniz’s picture books have been selected for various recommendations, such as, ‘Best Books for Kids and Teens’.

ISBN 13: 9781772290172, 40pp p/b, £7.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe October 2017

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Science

CLIMATE SWERVE, THE Reflections on Mind, Hope and Survival Lifton, Robert Jay

Over his long career as witness to an extreme twentieth century, National Book Award-winning psychiatrist, historian, and public intellectual Robert Jay Lifton has grappled with the profound effects of nuclear war, terrorism, and genocide. Now he shifts to climate change, which, he writes, ‘presents us with what may be the most demanding and unique psychological task ever required of humankind,’ what he describes as the task of mobilising our imaginative resources toward climate sanity. A profound, hopeful, and timely call for an emerging new collective consciousness to combat climate change.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Lifton has been interviewed by the likes of Bill Moyers, Terry Gross and Amy Goodman.

• This book began as an essay in The New York Times, a publication he has been a regular contributor to for many years.

• Lifton is a National Book Award winning historian who speaks regularly at public events.

• Trump claims that climate change is a hoax; Lifton’s work could crack open a space for real debate about this.

ISBN 13: 9781620973479, 144pp h/b, £19.99 Published by THE NEW PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland October 2017

History

SHORTFALL Family Secrets, Financial Collapse, and a Hidden History of American Banking Echols, Alice

The rollicking true story of a 1930s version of Bernie Madoff - and the building and loan crash he helped precipitate - in a wonderful work of narrative nonfiction. Shortfall opens with a surprise discovery in an attic and launches into a fast-paced story that uncovers the dark secrets in Echols’s family.

In a narrative filled with colourful characters and profound insights into the American past, Shortfall is also the essential backstory to more recent financial crises, from the savings and loan debacle of the 1980s and 1990s to the subprime collapse of 2008.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Echols is widely recognised as an expert on American culture, the history of the West, and the history of capitalism.

• Echols’ book Scars of Sweet Paradise was a Los Angeles Times’ ‘Best Book’ and sold over 11,000 copies.

• Her book Darling was named a Gustavus Meyers Outstanding Book.

• Echols has been featured on the BBC’s ‘Southern Discomfort: Janis Joplin’ and interviewed on ‘The Today Programme’.

ISBN 13: 9781620973035, 320pp h/b, £23.99 Published by THE NEW PRESS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland October 2017

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Photography

NOVEMBER 2017 Sociology and Anthropology

AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF MISS WISH, AN Berman, Nina

STRAIGHT EDGE A Clear-Headed Hardcore Punk History Rettman, Tony & CIV (fore.)

The clean and positive straight edge hardcore punk movement took hold and prospered during the 1980s, earning a position as one of the most durable yet chronically misunderstood music subcultures. Straight edge created its own sound and visual style, went on to embrace vegetarianism, and later saw the rise of a militant fringe. As the ‘don’t drink, don’t smoke’ message spread from Washington, D.C., to Boston, California, New York City, and, eventually, the world, adherents struggled to define the fundamental ideals and limits of what may be the ultimate youth movement.

KEY SELLING POINTS • From the author of the widely praised NYHC: New York Hardcore 1980-1990 (Bazillion Points, 2014), with over 15,000 sold.

• Exhaustive 35-year oral history of a worldwide youth subculture that has become an inseparable part of punk rock music.

• Hundreds of unseen photos of Minor Threat, SSD, DYS, Uniform Choice, Youth of Today, Bold, Refused and Earth Crisis.

• Interviews and reviews in Rolling Stone, Kerrang!, Terrorizer, the Wire, BBC Radio, partnerships with Sonos and Spotify.

• Foreword by Anthony ‘Civ’ Civorelli of essential bands Gorilla Biscuits and CIV. ISBN 13: 9781935950240, 384pp p/b, £25.99 Published by BAZILLION POINTS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East November 2017

Colouring Book

WITCHER ADULT COLORING BOOK, THE CD Projekt Red

Journey along with Geralt, Ciri, Triss, Yennefer, Roach, Shani, and all of your favourite Witcher characters in a variety of fantastic settings - all inspired by the hit video game franchise - with The Witcher Adult Coloring Book. Featuring uniquely designed and highly detailed black and white illustrations inspired by the games; this compilation of exquisitely crafted images is a must-have for Witcher fans worldwide!

KEY SELLING POINTS • This is the first ever Witcher colouring book and thus will be sought after by fans of the hit game.

• Fans can colour both favourite characters, landscapes and settings - all straight from the game.

• Includes 45 pieces of brand new, beautifully detailed black-and-white artwork that can be removed and hung on the wall.

• Colouring books for adults remain popular, especially those that are inspired by cult videogames and comics.

ISBN 13: 9781506706375, 96pp p/b, £14.99 Published by DARK HORSE Rep Territories: UK & Ireland November 2017

Photography

ENGLISHMAN AND THE EEL, THE Freedman, Stuart & Collins, Michael (intro)

The Englishman and the Eel is a journey into that most London of institutions, the Eel, Pie and Mash shop.

Today, these simple spaces hold within them the memories of a rich, largely undocumented cultural heritage of generations of working-class Londoners in a city whose only constant is change. Often elaborately decorated with ornate Victorian tiling, many sold live eels in metal trays that faced out onto the street to the fascination (and sometimes horror) of passersby.

Inside, warmth and comfort. Steam. Tea. Laughter. Families.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A very English subject exploring an evocative element of traditional London East End life.

• Stuart Freedman is an established British photographer born and brought up in the East End. • With an introduction from Michael Collins, who wrote and presented the Channel 4 documentary The British Working Class.

ISBN 13: 9781911306207, 224pp h/b, £29.00 Published by DEWI LEWIS PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East November 2017

An Autobiography of Miss Wish is a tale about two lives intertwined, subject and photographer, working collaboratively to create a uniquely enigmatic book, which pushes the boundaries of documentary storytelling. It is a haunting, dark story of a survivor of sex trafficking and child pornography and her struggle to survive and find physical and emotional safety, to assert herself as an artist and narrator, and to craft a life while living in a state of flashbacks, trauma and addiction.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The book is designed by award-winning Dutch designer Teun van der Heijden.

• Photographed over 25 years in London and then New York the story is told through multiple narrative elements.

• Weaves together archive of harrowing drawings, psychiatric reports, diary, ephemera, letters and text messages.

ISBN 13: 9783868288117, 276pp h/b, £45.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East November 2017

Photography

INSIDE THE CARLTON HOTEL JOHANNESBURG Bennett, Leif & Mueller, Yvonne

The five-star Carlton Hotel was closed in 1997 and is now guarded around the clock for fear of illegal occupation and vandalism. An empty shell with more than six hundred rooms on thirty-one floors. Much has transpired in the various rooms of this hotel numerous meetings and congresses were held and ground-breaking decisions made. With their unique photographic documentation, Leif Bennett and Yvonne Mueller, two Swiss artists from Basel, provide fascinating insight into the once best hotel in the southern hemisphere.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A unique look gaining access inside a famous hotel.

• Stunning photographs presented in a high quality.

• By Leif Bennett and Yvonne Mueller - two top Swiss artists.

ISBN 13: 9783868287691, 136pp h/b, £32.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East November 2017

Photography

SONGS OF THE WALES Willocq, Patrick

For the Ekonda pygmies, the most important event in the life of a woman is the birth of her first child.

The mother is called Wale (primiparous nursing mother). For several years after giving birth, she lives in semi-seclusion, separated from her husband, cared for by other female tribe members and covered daily in red powder made of Ngola wood.

When the time comes to re-enter society, she puts on a show for the community, translating lessons learned during seclusion into songs and dances.

These celebrations captured the attention of French photographer Patrick Willocq.

KEY SELLING POINTS • The first publication of Willocq’s multi-awarded and exhibited series.

• Through carefully composed performative images, Willocq brings a fresh interpretation of Africa.

• Also documents the collaboration with the tribal communities, from the first sketch to the ready-built set-up.

ISBN 13: 9783868288308, 276pp h/b, £35.00 Published by KEHRER VERLAG Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Middle East & Far East November 2017

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Colouring Book

BUKCHON HANOK VILLAGE Soo-Hyun, Lee

A neighbourhood of 900 traditional houses in the heart of Seoul, BUKchon is loved by many people seeking to recapture and appreciate Korea’s traditional culture and ancient atmosphere. The book takes readers to BUKchon’s most famous views and to charming little folk-art museums and craft workshops. They can discover Korean art and culture. As they colour the drawings of the traditional hanok houses, hand-crafted kites, ornamental knots & tassels, and puppets with intriguing expressions, the readers will also feel the cultural and artistic sensibility of ancient Koreans.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Loved by many people seeking to recapture and appreciate Korea’s traditional culture and ancient atmosphere.

• Readers will also feel the cultural and artistic sensibility of ancient Koreans.

• Young readers will enjoy learning about the cultural value of Korea’s culture as they colour.

ISBN 13: 9788970949666, TBCpp h/b, £14.99 Published by KODANSHA USA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland November 2017

Colouring Book

GYEONGBOK PALACE Nungamgo

This book explores Gyeongbok Palace, the principal palace of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). They include the main throne hall, the king’s office, a floating pavilion for official functions, the living chambers of the king and the queen, the queen dowager’s residence, a private outdoor pavilion of the royal family, and a guard tower. The drawings depict the structures along with activities held at these venues like a royal wedding and a banquet.

Young readers will enjoy learning about the cultural value of Gyeongbok Palace as they colour in the

drawings in their own way.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Elegant and informative line drawings educate on the many functions of the Gyeongbok Palace.

• A great way to get young readers excited about the cultural value of the Palace.

• Nungamgo has illustrated many other children’s books.

ISBN 13: 9788970949659, TBCpp h/b, £14.99 Published by KODANSHA USA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland November 2017

Arts

HAENYO-WOMEN DIVERS OF KOREA Zin, Y

A visual eulogy to the centuries-old tradition of freediving among the women of Jeju Island. These brave women work in the sea at 10 metres, sometimes even 20 metres deep with no kind of breathing apparatus. They harvest prized marine delicacies such as sea cucumber, abalone, oysters and sea urchins. The female free divers who are engaged in this centuries-old harvesting tradition are only found in Korea and Japan. Korea’s haenyeo (‘women of the sea’) are less known than Japan’s ama in the world today, but in the distant past it was the haenyeo who taught ama their skills.

KEY SELLING POINTS • This is the first visual book by Korea’s first female underwater photographer.

• Captures beautiful and dynamic moments of these divers working under the sea.

• Y. Zin is an underwater photographer for National Geographic.

ISBN 13: 9781565914841, TBCpp h/b, £65.00 Published by KODANSHA USA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland November 2017

Arts

HANBOK, MY FAIRY FRIENDS, MY CHILD Shin, Sun-mi

Shin Sun-mi has created paintings brimming with humour wrapped around her favourite subjects, hanbok (traditional clothing) and women. A world shared with fantastical playmates seen only with a child s eyes becomes invisible as those eyes turn to the noise and distractions of the world of adults. The child becomes a woman and a mother’s joy is mingled with concern: how long can the child’s world of imagination and companionship sustain his attention before he too turns his gaze away?

KEY SELLING POINTS • Whimsical, humorous yet very thought-provoking, Shin’s paintings have been taking the Far-Eastern art world by storm.

• The artist leads the viewer to fully enjoy the innate beauty of handbook through delicate detail and gorgeous colours.

• A comic twist on the dark side of modern civilisation.

• Women’s life and culture as themes.

ISBN 13: 9781565914858, TBCpp h/b, £39.00 Published by KODANSHA USA Rep Territories: UK & Ireland November 2017

Graphic Novel

DEADPOOL KILLS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE AGAIN Bunn, Cullen & Talajic, Dalibor

The writer and artist of the original slaughterfest reunite! Prepare for an all-new, all-different tale of death and destruction starring the Merc With A Mouth! You won’t believe your eyes when Deadpool kills the entire Marvel Universe... again! Collecting Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe Again 1-5 (subject to change).

KEY SELLING POINTS • The Deadpool movie was released 12th February 2016 and has been hugely successful!

• Deadpool is one of Marvel’s most popular characters and his titles are bestsellers!

• Written by fan-favourite Cullen Bunn (Deadpool, Monsters Unleashed).

• Illustrated by Dalibor Talajic (Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe, Uncanny X-Force).

• Cheaper than the US edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846538629, 116pp p/b, £11.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East November 2017

Graphic Novel

X-MEN: BLUE VOL. 2 Toil and Trouble Bunn, Cullen; Smith Cory; Silas, Thony et al

The X-Men are caught up in the epic Secret Empire event! But what does the new landscape of the Marvel Universe mean for mutantkind? How will Jean, Cyclops, Beast, Angel and Iceman survive in a world dominated by Hydra? And what exactly does Magneto have up his sleeve? Collecting X-Men: Blue #7-12 (subject to change).

KEY SELLING POINTS • After dominating the silver screen with 10 X-Men movies, the mutants move to the small screen with Legion (FX, 2017).

• New TV show Legion is the story of David Haller (Dan Stevens), a troubled young man who may be more than human.

• Written by fan-favourite Cullen Bunn (Monsters Unleashed,Deadpool, Deadpool and the Mercs for Money).

• Illustrated by Cory Smith (Nova), Thony Silas (Venom), JoeyVazquez & Giovanni Valletta.

• Cheaper than the US edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846538612, 140pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East November 2017

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JANUARY 2018 Graphic Novel - Manga

TO YOUR ETERNITY 2 Oima, Yoshitoki

A new manga from the creator of the acclaimed A Silent Voice (Kodansha Comics), featuring intimate, emotional drama and an epic story spanning time and space A lonely boy wandering the Arctic regions of North America meets a wolf, and the two become fast friends, depending on each other to survive the harsh environment. But the boy has a history, and the wolf is more than meets the eye as well To Your Eternity is a totally unique and moving manga about death, life, reincarnation, and the nature of love.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Yoshitoki Oima s previous series A Silent Voice was a huge hit and best-seller.

• A Silent Voice was nominated for an Eisner Award for Best U.S. Edition of International Material-Asia.

• A Silent Voice has been adapted into an anime film by Kyoto Animation that had a run in UK cinemas in March 2017.

• The film version of A Silent Voice will be released on Blu-ray/DVD in December 2017 by Anime Limited.

• Oima has also worked on the manga version of the hit Mardock Scramble series of novels.

ISBN 13: 9781632365729, 192pp p/b, £10.99 Published by KODANSHA COMICS Rep Territories: UK & Ireland December 2017

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

WHAT SHALL WE DO? Park, Jeonghyeon

The bears are worried. What if their baby’s belly swells up with gas? Will he float away? Will he... explode!? Find out in this hilarious book in which parents watch their ever-worsening worries become real before their eyes!

KEY SELLING POINTS • Kids will love this earnest story about a cub that won’t fart!

• Engaging artwork that’s simplistic yet effective in it’s delivery - both adults and children will end up in stitches!

• Fun for all the family!

ISBN 13: 9781927018873, 40pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe December 2017

Business & Charities

BUSINESS ACCOUNTING: FOR BUSINESSES OF ALL TYPES Richards, Colin

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Business Accounting can be complex. Whilst most people have a basic idea of accounting and maintaining books, not everyone knows how to use accounts fully to manage a business. This book deals comprehensively with the overall basics of accounts and preparation of books and accounts.

It also deals with the more sophisticated process of analysing accounts to manage a business effectively and also have to use accounts to value a business.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Gives a thorough breakdown of business and accounts.

• Will help with preparation of financial statements.

• Aids in interpretation of accounts to value a business.

• Gives an understanding of basic bookkeeping.

ISBN 13: 9781847167026, 176pp p/b, £8.99 Published by STRAIGHTFORWARD PUBLISHING Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East December 2017

Graphic Novel

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN WORLDWIDE VOL. 7: SECRET EMPIRE

Slott, Dan; Gage, Christos & Thompson, Robbie

What will Secret Empire mean for the Amazing SpiderMan? The return of Otto Octavius! But this isn’t the old Doc Ock - he’s back as the Superior Octopus! He’s allied himself with Steve Rogers and Hydra, and he has a personal mission - to take down the company that he helped create: Parker Industries! Does Spider-Man stand a chance? Peter must use the full force of his company, every asset at his disposal, to stop Ock and Hydra - but will it be enough? Collecting Amazing Spider-Man 29-32, 789-791.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Spider-Man is Marvel’s MOST popular character!

• Spidey made his Marvel film debut in Captain America: Civil War (2016) and returns in 2018!

• Written by Dan Slott (Amazing Spider-Man), Robbie Thompson (Deadpool) and Christos Gage (Amazing Spider-Man).

• Illustrated by Stuart Immonen (Star Wars), Greg Smallwood (A Moon Knight) and Mark Bagley (Amazing Spider-Man).

• Cheaper than the US edition.

ISBN 13: 9781846538667, 160pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East January 2018

Graphic Novel

SPIDER-MAN/DEADPOOL VOL.4: NO LAUGHING MATTER Corin, Joshua; Kalan, Elliott; Robson, Will & Nauck, Todd

The adventures of your favourite duo in comic books continue, and this time Spider-Man and Deadpool have decided NOT TO BE FUNNY ANYMORE?! What could have possibly driven our two heroes to take the funny outta their own funny book? And just what the heck has SLAPSTICK got to do with it?! When the villainous ARCADE decides to build a second, even deadlier Murderworld in Madripoor, he kidnaps Spider-Man and forces him to be the park’s first guest! Collecting Spider-Man/Deadpool #19-21.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Spider-Man is Marvel’s MOST popular character, and Deadpool comics are bestsellers!

• Spider-Man: Homecoming, starring Tom Holland (Captain America: Civil War) is this summer’s blockbuster smash!

• Written by Joshua Corin (Amazing Spider-Man, Deadpool, Daredevil) and Elliott Kalan (Spider-Man and The X-Men).

ISBN 13: 9781846538780, 116pp p/b, £11.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East January 2018

Graphic Novel

X-MEN: BLUE/GOLD

Bunn, Cullen; Thompson, Robbie; Guggenheim, Marc & Various

Mojoverse has invaded! And it’s going to take the combined might of two X-Men teams to fight back! When sections of Manhattan are attacked by Mojo and his terrible minions it’s up to X-Men Gold to save the day... alongside the young heroes of X-Men Blue, of course! But when threats from their past are thrown at them, how will these teams react?

As Sentinels and Brood and bad memories attack at every opportunity, Will Kitty and Jean and their teams be able to save Manhattan?

KEY SELLING POINTS • After dominating the silver screen since 2000 with 10 X-Men films, FX’s TV series Legion now rules the small screen.

• Written by Cullen Bunn (Monsters Unleashed), Robbie Thompson (Spider-Man/ Deadpool) and Marc Guggenheim (Amazing Spider-Man).

• Illustrated by Jorge Molina, Thony Silas, Mike Mayhew, R B Silva, Diego Bernard, Lan Medina, and Mark Bagley ISBN 13: 9781846538681, 140pp p/b, £13.99 Published by PANINI COMICS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East January 2018

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Children’s Picture Books - KS1-1

FEBRUARY 2018

MY BEST FRIEND

Tibo, Gilles & Nadeau, Janice

Graphic Novel

A mysterious shadow walks the corridors. It goes from room to room, and sometimes leaves with someone in its arms, taking them to the land of dreams. Until one day a patient at the hospital-a little boy-speaks to the shadow, offering it a drink of water. The boy is fearful at first, but as he gets to know the shadow through their conversations, he realises that she has feelings of her own. So begins a great friendship between an unlikely pair: a little boy, and Death.

CARTHAGO

Bec, Christophe; Henninot, Eric & Jovanovic, Milan

The megalodon, the prehistoric ancestor of the great white shark was the most ferocious predator of the seas, an 80 foot killing machine extinct for millions of years... But when divers drilling in an underwater cave are attacked by this living fossil, oceanographer Kim Melville discovers that this creature may not only have survived, but thrived, and is reclaiming its place at the top of the food chain.

KEY SELLING POINTS • A bestseller now in an affordable trade paperback edition!

• Christophe Bec is the co-creator of the popular Carthago Adventures, Sanctum, Sanctum Genesis and The Shadows of Salaman • Both the simple and the complex panels are striking... combining brutality with beauty.’ - ICv2 ISBN 13: 9781594654640, 284pp p/b, £19.99 Published by HUMANOIDS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East February 2018

KEY SELLING POINTS • My Best Friend won the Governor General’s Award for Children’s Literature in it’s original French form.

• Gilles Tibo is a highly acclaimed author and illustrator with over 150 books to his name.

• Addresses the difficult subject of death, portraying death as something not to be feared, but to befriend.

• With gentle artwork that will enrapture the reader, My Best Friend tells its tale in a subtle yet enlightening way.

ISBN 13: 9781772290226, 52pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe February 2018

Graphic Novel

Children’s Picture Books - KS1

DOWNWARD TO THE EARTH

SEARCHING FOR SLEEP

Thirault, Philippe & Zuccheri, Laura

Dube, Pierrette & Godbout, Genevieve

Ex-lieutenant Eddie Gundersen returns to Belzagor, where he had left behind his youthful illusions, the love of his life and his shameful past as a coloniser.

He finds the planet re-turned to its two intelligent species: the Nildoror and the Sulidoror. Taking the lead on a scientific expedition to the borders of the indigenous lands, Gundersen must face his own demons and settle the score with a planet which still has hidden secrets.

KEY SELLING POINTS • Based on the novel by award-winning author Robert Silverberg; one of Science Fiction’s greatest living authors.

• Laura Zuccheri won The Grand Guinigi Award for Best Art at Lucca Festival for her work on Sword of Glass.

• When Silverberg is at the top of his form, no one is better.’ - George R.R. Martin, author of A Game of Thrones.

ISBN 13: 9781594657788, 112pp h/b, £23.99 Published by HUMANOIDS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East February 2018

Political Activism

CND AT 60 Britain’s Most Enduring Mass Movement Hudson, Kate

This is a timely and important book, by CND general secretary Kate Hudson. It provides detailed coverage of the inside story of six decades of CND - from the mass protests at Aldermaston and Greenham Common, to its central role in post 9/11 anti-war campaigning, to today’s struggle to prevent Trident replacement and win support for the United Nations’ new global ban on nuclear weapons.

KEY SELLING POINTS • This is a timely and important book, by CND general secretary Kate Hudson.

• This book is timed to coincide with the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament’s 60th anniversary.

• Draws on archive material and interviews with activists from across the decades.

• Situates CND’s current work in the context of Trump’s presidency and increasing global tensions around nuclear weapons.

ISBN 13: 9780995535244, 240pp p/b, £12.95 Published by PUBLIC READING ROOM Rep Territories: UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle & Far East February 2018

Somewhere deep in a dark cave sleeps a family of black bears: he father, the mother, and four cubs. But wait! One of the cubs isn’t sleeping after all... In this adorable picture book, a little bear cub is sure that sleep must be hiding from him. He searches under his sibling’s beds, but doesn’t find it there. It isn’t flattened under the rug, or hiding under the sheets either. Where could it be?

KEY SELLING POINTS • An enchanting and vivid picture book with soft toned and dream-like art work.

• Perfect for little cubs who find it difficult to sleep.

• Makes the idea of sleeping fun to encourage children to find it themselves.

ISBN 13: 9781772290219, 40pp h/b, £12.99 Published by SIMPLY READ BOOKS Rep Territories: UK, Ireland & Europe February 2018

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