An essential anthology of beloved classics, hidden treasures and standout contemporary examples of this ever-vital and enthralling verse form. In the introduction to his selection of some of the greatest sonnets ever written, Paul…

From the author of the Gael Song trilogy, an epic new historical fantasy set in the tumultuous, magical world of medieval Ireland during the time of the Norman invasion. Over a hundred years after she went missing, Isolde, b…

A propulsive, electrifying and enraging retelling in verse of the life of Greek goddess Hekate, child of war turned all-powerful goddess of witchcraft and necromancy, by internationally bestselling poet Nikita Gill.Born into a wor…

When Christopher Forrester is unexpectedly woken by a miniature dragon chewing on his face, his heart leaps for joy. For months he’s dreamed of returning to the Archipelago – the secret islands where all the creatures of myth stil…

Born into the Church of Immortal Consciousness, Danny Rensch spent his childhood navigating the isolated confines of a cult. Despite psychological manipulation, physical abuse, and neglect, he persevered. An international chess ma…

No Friend to This House is an extraordinary reimagining of the myth of Medea from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Stone Blind, Natalie Haynes.This is what no one tells you, in the songs sung about Jason and the Argo. This p…

Harry Barry's life and career has been shaped by defining events: a solitary childhood with chronic illness, a traumatic experience in school, and family tragedies that set him on a course of dedicating his life to medicine and he…

She Died Young is the literary work of an astonishing mind in which intellect, madness, art and raw honesty unite. It is as far from a ‘celebrity memoir’ as you can get. With humour, honesty and a poetic sensibility, Brenda Fricke…

The book opens in 1909 with her grandmother's birth - and foot-binding - when China was under the last emperor, moving through Mao Zedong's rule, especially the Cultural Revolution during which Jung's parents were subjected to hor…

From the author of Wild Child and A Wild Child’s Book of Birds comes A Wild Child's Guide to Nature at Night: the perfect guide for aspiring naturalists. Join the brilliant Dara McAnulty, winner of the Wainwright Prize for Diary o…

Inside this quiz book, you'll find a whopping 2,000 general knowledge questions to enjoy over the course of a year: One five-question quiz per day. A bonus set of monthly questions, offering you an additional challenge. Answers ar…

Hurling is Ireland’s national game – a source of fascination and pride, even to people who have never played it. Ciarán Murphy, a lifelong club footballer, used to be one of those people. Then he spent a summer trying to play hurl…

Clever stripes couldn’t be simpler with Hayfield Spirit Chunky. Using simple garter stitch throughout, knit the bottom panel of this cardigan as a single piece, side-to-side around the body to create effortless vertical stripes. T…

Transform this easy-wear cardigan with its generous balloon sleeves with the stunning stripes of Hayfield Spirit Chunky. Simple stocking stitch makes this a quick, chunky knit while knitting the body in one piece to the armholes r…

For fans of knitting in-the-round, create continuous circles of beautiful colour around the yoke of this Top-Down Sweater in self-striping Hayfield Spirit Chunky. You will also need: 1 6½mm (UK3 – USA10.5) 80-100cm Circular Knit…

Knit the Circular Raglan Sweater in-the-round from the bottom up. This technique creates ‘square’ stripes at the yoke, wide stripes on the sleeves and thinner stripes on the body, beautifully showcasing just some of the effects yo…

Bursting with cheerful colour, and with a super-comforting weighty drape, this blanket is sure to become a constant companion, from kindergarden to college. With intarsia colour-work and log cabin borders this blanket is a fun kni…

If you’re looking for a beginner friendly project, the Scandi Stripes Blanket is a lovely place to start. Practise simple colour changes as you knit the vibrant Snuggly Chunky shades in simple garter stitch and rib to create a gor…

Colourful and cosy, the Scandi-Striped Cardigan would make a playful addition to any little wardrobe. The higher neckline and wide button placket are a cool way to keep your little ones extra warm while the quirky stripes keep thi…

Just because you’ll knit the Tak! Sweater using simple stocking stitch doesn’t mean it’s boring! Clever Snuggly Chunky colour placement on the ribs, front and back make this pattern as fun to knit as it is to wear. You will also…

Got an active little one? The over-sized Colour Pop Pullover is the perfect extra layer to keep them warm without restricting their movement on chilly days when they want to play outside. The quirky colourway and textured stitches…

A great-value easy knit, the Tak! Hat And Scarf Set needs just three balls of Snuggly Chunky to make. This knitting pattern offers a simple introduction to colour changing and shaping so it’s ideal as a first little make, to brush…

Show off your skills with the Pop It On Sweater knitting pattern with its fully fashioned neckline and funky chunky double ribs. Add extra colour with fun mix-and-match sleeves, then Swiss darn some lettering for an extra POP! Y…

A top-down knitting pattern, the Scandi Pop Sweater is a treat for knitters who like to knit in-the-round. Each colourway features mismatched ribs at the neckline and cuffs, adding some extra fun to this sweater for a lucky little…

Playful, cosy, and full of personality, this colour-block hoodie knitting pattern in soft, smooth Snuggly Chunky is made for little adventurers. Use the intarsia technique in a new way to knit a continuous raglan with just one sea…

This simple stocking stitch cardi is a quick-knit in soft, smooth Snuggly Chunky. With fronts and back knit in one piece and a continuous rib border, there’s minimal sewing up. The relaxed structure, raglan sleeves and no fastenin…

The sweater that thinks it’s a hug! In soft, smooth Snuggly Chunky this knitting pattern uses mock fisherman stitch to create a comforting drape that helps your yarn go further than a classic fisherman rib. The tubular rib at the …

The cardigan that thinks it’s a cuddle! Mock fisherman stitch is less yarn-hungry than classic fisherman rib but still creates a lovely comforting drape in soft, smooth Snuggly Chunky. Knit this pattern in each of your little one’…

Knit some cosy accessories in gently brushed Sirdar Soft Down to add a pop of colour to your winter wardrobe. The Wrap Me Up Scarf Set knitting pattern pairs ribbed stitches, for the perfect scarf combination of structure and drap…

Using just 2-3 balls to make, this versatile vest is such great value you’ll want to knit one in every shade of Sirdar Soft Down! Simple stocking stitch on 5mm needles enhances the lovely loftiness of Sirdar Soft Down while deep, …