Consciousness – A Graphic Guide
by David Papineau
Barcode # MB005878

“Introducing Consciousness" provides a comprehensive guide to the current state of consciousness studies. It starts with the history of the philosophical relation between mind and matter, and proceeds to scientific attempts to explain consciousness in terms of neural mechanisms, cerebral computation and quantum mechanics. Along the way, readers will be introduced to zombies and Chinese Rooms, ghosts in machines and Schrodinger's cat.

Economics – A Graphic Guide
by David Orrell
Barcode # MB006037

Brand-new INTRODUCING guide to the subject that really makes the world go round. Economics was described by the English economist Lionel Robbins in 1935 as 'the science of scarcity' but these days economics is everywhere, and it's never been more popular - as bestselling books such as Freakanomics attest. But what is economics really all about? What do the great economists think, and what can economics do for us today? David Orrell, author of Economyths, explains all in Introducing's trademark intelligent but witty stle, accompanied by brilliant illustrations from the legendary Borin van Loon.

Machiavelli – A Graphic Guidb
by Patrick Curry
Barcode # MB005875

Illustrated guide to the crucial Italian philosopher and author of The Prince. 'Machiavellian' is a popular byword for treachery and opportunism. Machiavelli's classic book on statecraft, The Prince, published over 400 years ago, remains controversial to this day because of its electrifying frankness as a practical guide to power. Is it a how-to manual for dictators, a cynical philosophy of 'the end justifies the means', or a more complex and subtle analysis of successful government? Machiavelli was a loyal servant of the Florentine republic. His opposition to Medici despotism led him to torture on the rack and exile, and yet he chose as his model for the Prince the most notorious tyrant, Cesare Borgia. Introducing Machiavelli traces the colourful life of this paradoxical realist whose clear-sighted patriotism made him the first truly modern political scientist. Machiavelli is seen as central to the postmodern debate on Civil Society. This book brings the creative turbulence of Renaissance Italy to life, and presents a compelling portrait of a key figure of European political history.

Thatcherism – A Graphic Guide
by Peter Pugh
Barcode # MB005902

Margaret Thatcher's political career was one of the most remarkable of modern times. She rose to become the first woman to lead a major Western democracy, serving as British Prime Minister. Admired by Ronald Regan and the United States Congress, "Introducing Thatcherism" looks at the political philosophy behind this influential and controversial woman.

Child Psychology – A Practical Guide
by DK Kairen Cullen
Barcode # MB006042

"Child Psychology: A Practical Guide" by Dr Kairen Cullen takes insights from experts in children's development and explains how they can benefit your family. It's full of case studies and activities to help you guide your child through life's challenges. You can understand your child and respond better to their needs, grasp the theory and put it into practice straight away, try out new approaches as recommended by parenting experts, and enjoy your children and learn to love the ups and downs of parenting!

Plain & Simple – Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
by Nancy Muir
Barcode # MB006031

Get the guide that makes learning Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 plain and simple! This full color, no-nonsense book shows you the quickest ways to solve problems and learn the tools, using easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language. You'll discover new and exciting ways to create and share dynamic presentations with any audience.

Here's WHAT you'll learn:

• Create dynamic presentations for your audience
• Include charts, tables, clip art, and other graphics
• Add video clips and CD music
• Animate slide and add transition effects
• Edit and polish your presentations with ease
• Create speaker notes and record narration

Here's HOW you'll learn it:

• Jump in whenever you need answers
• Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do
• Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts
• Quick TRY THIS! exercises help apply what you learn right away

Plain & Simple – Microsoft Word 2010
by Katherine
Barcode # MB005884

The guide that makes learning Microsoft Word 2010 plain and simple! This full color, no-nonsense book shows you the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn new skills, using easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language. You'll create professional-quality documents in no time.

Here’s WHAT you'll learn:

• Create professional-looking documents with ease
• Organize, edit, and format text
• Apply themes, styles, and other design elements
• Work with graphics, tables, and charts
• Take advantage of pre-built templates, or make your own
• Edit a document with others simultaneously -- online

Here's HOW you’ll learn it:

• Jump in whenever you need answers
• Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do
• Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts
• Quick TRY THIS! exercises help apply what you learn right away

Plain & Simple – Microsoft Excel 2010
by Curtis D. Frye
Barcode # MB005883

Get the guide that makes learning Microsoft Excel 2010 plain and simple! This full color, no-nonsense book shows you the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn a skill, using easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language. You'll analyze, manage, and share information in more ways than ever before.

Here's WHAT you'll learn:

• Manage your financial data and personal expenses
• Get started quickly with prebuilt templates
• Create formulas and functions to do the hard work
• Sort, filter, update, and copy your data
• Use charts and graphics to bring data to life
• Collaborate with colleagues by sharing spreadsheets online

Here's HOW you'll learn it:

• Jump in whenever you need answers
• Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do
• Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts
• Quick TRY THIS! exercises help apply what you learn right away

The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Success|
by Anita Naik
Barcode # MB006050

Do you yearn for success of the financial, social or material kind but don't get around to picking up the phone, writing your CV or pushing yourself to the limit? Are your friends whizzing up the ladder of life while you are just treading water? If so, The Lazy Girl's Guide to Success is the kick in the pants you sorely need. Learn about:• Career success - where are you heading and why?• Social success - expanding your social life• Financial success - turning your finances around• Love success - what's holding you back?• Body success - the real you versus the fantasy. Crammed full of quick, easy and simple tips, read The Lazy Girl's Guide to Success and find out your success quota, what to do to re-launch your career and love life, and how to go from a sofa hugging, wine drinking flake to a mesmerising, charismatic girl about town.

The Lazy Girl’s Guide to the High Life on a Budget
by Anita Naik
Barcode # MB006044

Worried about how you'll be able to afford all the things you love in the midst of the credit crisis? With almost twice as many people aged 18-24 as stressed by their financial situation as those aged over 55, and a third of 18-30 year olds cutting back on going out due to limited funds, THE LAZY GIRL'S GUIDE TO THE HIGH LIFE ON A BUDGET is an essential survival guide to living it up without losing the plot. It's about making sense of the credit crunch, dealing with your debts and learning to be thrifty, all so you can live your life as glamorously as you want. Full of tips on how to do everything from the frivolous - shop smartly and be supermarket savvy - to the serious - downshift and bounce back from redundancy - it's the most prudent buy of the season.

Bras, Boys and Bad Hair Days
by Anita Naik
Barcode # MB005890

For every girl that wants to know how to apply make-up, how to ask a guy out, how to survive school and of course, how to buy a bra that fits... this book is an oracle of knowledge that no teenage girl should be without!

With advice on boys, friends, parents, school and fashion, Bras, Boys and Bad Hair Days reveals all in one stylish, ultimate handbook.

Soup Plus
by Women’s Weekly
Barcode # MB005857

This book provides stunning soup recipes plus accompaniment ideas. Soup is a versatile year-round favourite - nutritious, delicious and easy to make. Many of the soups featured in this book can be turned into main courses with the addition of cheese scones, bacon muffins or even something as simple as croutons. Soups are the ultimate in comfort food and you can also make a big batch of it and freeze it for later. There's nothing quite so reassuring after a long day at work as to know you've got home-made soup in the freezer - with this cookbook a wonderful meal is only an accompaniment away.

Healing Foods Healthy Foods
by Gloria Halim
Barcode # MB005862

Cutting out processed and junk foods from your diet and introducing the superfoods listed in this book will help you boost your immune system, fight illness, and increase your energy levels. Superfoods are rich in vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. This book lists them individually and explains why they are so good for you and how they can help keep you healthy.

It also lists a number of spices which have medicinal benefits in their own right. By combining these spices with some of the superfoods, this book includes some simple but delicious recipes that have their roots in the Mediterranean, Asian and African regions, all of which are known to be among the world s healthiest diets.

There are mouthwatering salads, wholesome soups, delicious main courses and vegetable dishes, fresh juices, and nutritious smoothies.

You really are what you eat. With this book to guide you, you can change your eating habits for the better and make a difference to your general health.

Button Jewellery
by Marrianne Mercer
Barcode # MB005802

Marrianne Mercer has found a huge variety of buttons, from wooden toggles to metal daisies, some vintage, some modern, some fun and some delicate and pretty. Her sources have included up-to-the-minute websites as well as family button boxes, and the jewellery she has produced is equally varied, from the strikingly modern Stacked Boho Necklace to the vintage Old World Charm, and from the stretchy Toggle Bracelet to the delicate Seaside Shell Earrings. Button Jewellery is all the rage and this book provides twenty projects including necklaces, charms, rings, bracelets, earrings and glasses strings, plus twenty variations.

How to look Pretty Not Plastered: A step-by-step make-up guide to look great!
by Emily Rose
Barcode # MB006082

This easy-to-follow guide shows how you can achieve that flawless and pretty look, but stay natural and real at the same time.

This book will show you how to:

• Look after your skin so that it looks healthy and beautiful
• Apply your foundation perfectly to contour your face
• Emphasise your eyes for a natural or a smokey evening look
• Choose your lip colour and apply your lipstick
• Match your make-up to your prom dress or party clothes It also includes make-up tips and must-haves for your handbag.

Author Emily says: I have written this book to teach you the art of applying perfect makeup, and to help you create the right look for you, your skin and most importantly your age.

Manager’s Guide to Business Writing (Second Edition)
by Suzanne Sparks FitzGerald
Barcode # MB005477

Manager’s Guide to Business Writing, Second Edition, provides everything you need to give colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders the most information accurately and quickly. Learn how to express yourself as a serious professional by writing everything with clarity, quality, and decisiveness.

Manager’s Guide to Business Writing teaches you how to:

• Know your audience and your purpose before you start writing
• Engage readers’ curiosity from the first sentence
• Compose instructions that are easy to understand and follow
• Write effectively on social media platforms and blogs
• Master the foundations of effective writing—grammar, sentence structure, spelling,             and style

Business Writing: A Guide to Doing It Well
by Sidney Callis
Barcode # MB005734

Good writing is an increasing challenge for the generation brought up on computer games and mobile phones...Many people now feel daunted when they have to compose their first business letter or report, or make a formal proposal by email. This guide will be an invaluable tool to help overcome this anxiety and ensure a positive outcome. Based on the successful workshop programme run by the author, this book covers all the important aspects of business writing, including emails and internet website-composition.

Teaching Shakespeare: Cambridge School Shakespeare
by Rex Gibson
Barcode # MB006029

Invaluable support for all teachers of Shakespeare in schools, colleges and institutions of higher education. Teaching Shakespeare is a major contribution to the knowledge and expertise of all teachers of Shakespeare in schools, colleges and institutions of higher education. It makes explicit the principles of active learning which underpin Cambridge School Shakespeare, and helps teachers to develop their existing good practice. Practical examples are given from the plays most frequently used in schools, but Rex Gibson shows that the principles apply equally to the less frequently studied plays, thereby extending the canon of school Shakespeare.

The Two Gentlemen of Verona
by Rex Gibson
Barcode # MB005977

Like every other play in the Cambridge School Shakespeare series, The Two Gentlemen of Verona has been specially prepared to help all students in schools and colleges. This version aims to be different from other editions of the play. It invites you to bring the play to life in your classroom through enjoyable activities that will help increase your understanding. You are encourage to make up your own mind about the play, rather than have someone else's interpretation handed down to you. Whatever you do, remember that Shakespeare wrote his plays to be acted, watched and enjoyed.

Henry VIII
by Patrick Warren
Barcode # MB005708

King Henry VIII is married to Katharine of Aragon, an upright and virtuous wife. Henry, a proud and wilful monarch, wishes to defy Rome's ban on divorce to marry the beguiling Anne Boleyn. Despite attempts to sway the Pope by Cardinal Wolsey, England's powerful Lord Chancellor and accomplished politician, the Catholic church plunges into chaos, signalling the beginning of the Church of England. Henry divorces Katharine and takes Anne as his wife. England's new queen gives birth to a girl who would become England's most famous monarch - Elizabeth I.

Castro – A graphic Novel
by Reinhard Kleist
Barcode # MB005725

In October 1958, a young German journalist arrives in Havana, Cuba, setting out to meet and interview Fidel Castro on behalf of a German newspaper. He finds himself in a country plunged into revolution. From the viewpoint of this young journalist, Kleist presents a detailed look at the life and politics of the Cuban 'Maximo Lider' Fidel Castro, from his childhood to the present day. Beautifully realised in Kleist's bold, striking style, Castro is a unique portrait of one of the most enduring and controversial figures in modern history.

Crafting Springtime Gifts
by Tilda
Barcode # MB005724

A cute collection of springtime gifts and decorations from Tilda craft designer and bestselling author Tone Finnanger. Choose from 25 Tilda sewing and papercraft projects, including toys, gift bags, wall hangings, cards, decorations, garlands and accessories. Everything is at your fingertips with illustrated instructions and full-size templates for every design.

Learn how to make toys with helpful instructions to guide you through tracing, cutting, turning out, stuffing and sewing. Create adorable Tilda bunnies, lambs, hens, geese and good witches for friends and family or to decorate your home. Then give your characters their own personality with facial details and co-ordinating clothing.

Sew some pretty fabric eggs for an Easter wreath, make flowerpot hares to sit on the windowsill, decorate glasses with embroidered fabric wraps or make a cute bunny wall hanging to display all year round. Use themed applique designs to decorate your projects and personalise them by embellishing with beads, buttons, ribbons and raffia.

Create pretty potholders, tea cosies and egg cosies to give as Easter gifts or to use in your kitchen. Make your gifts truly special by presenting them in a handmade bag or a fabric egg box and create simple handmade cards and gift tags to accompany them.

Crafting Tilda’s Friend
by Tone Finnanger
Barcode # MB005799

Tilda’s friends are here and just waiting for you to bring them to life!

• Create classic characters in wonderful Tilda style with this gathering of favourite friends
• Garden angels keep watch over whimsical cats, a fishing frog, birds and their houses, and many more
• Full size, easy to follow templates for stuffed figures and appliqué allow you to get started straight away

So go on – get to know Tilda’s friends!

Tilda’s Summer Ideas
by Tone Finnanger
Barcode# MB005723

This colourful collection of summer craft projects is bursting with pretty accessories and unique gift ideas from Tilda craft designer and bestselling author Tone Finnanger. Choose from a selection of Tilda sewing and papercraft projects with something to suit everyone. Clear instructions and full-size templates make each project quick and easy to achieve. Create adorable Tilda angels, give them personality with facial details and then create dresses, dungarees and accessories from your favourite fabrics. Helpful instructions guide you through making toys, from tracing and cutting to stuffing and sewing. Make traditional Dala Horses for the kids to play with or cute fabric radishes for the kitchen, hang hearts embellished with ribbon trims from the mantelpiece and sew garlands to decorate windows all around the house. Beautiful cushions and bags make ideal gifts, but they re also perfect for keeping to yourself! Create your own notebooks and bookmarks or decorate items with decoupage for quick and easy presents. You can even create co-ordinating cards to match your gifts.

A Hullabaloo at the Local Zoo
by Mark Roland Langdale
Barcode# MB005732

Poems and rhymes on every subject under the sun. Rhymes about aliens, wizards, vampires, the environment, the universe, football, ghosts, dinosaurs, duck, billed-platypus, vuvuzelas, hullabaloos at the local 300, rappin, zappin, alien krews, things old and new. Story poems, riddles, tongue twisters, word play, jokes, limericks. A veritable cornucopia of delightful nonsense to make you think and smile.