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<p>Percy Jackson - now in stunning graphic novel form!Look, I didn't want to be a half-blood. I never asked to be the son of a Greek God. I was just a normal kid, going to school, playing basketball, skateboarding. The usual. Until I accidentally vaporized my maths teacher. That's when things started really going wrong. Now I spend my time fighting with swords, battling monsters with my friends, and generally trying to stay alive. This is the one where Zeus, God of the Sky, thinks I've stolen his lightning bolt - and making Zeus angry is a very bad idea. Can Percy find the lightning bolt before a fully-fledged war of the Gods erupts?Rick Riordan has now sold an incredible 55 million copies of his books worldwide</p>

A girl confronts Death - and her own deathly powers - to solve a murder in this Gothic-infused, romantic young adult fantasy. <p>For as long as Signa Farrow has been alive, the people in her life have fallen like stars . . . Orphaned as a baby, nineteen-year-old Signa has been raised by a string of guardians, each more interested in her wealth than her wellbeing - and each has met an untimely end. Her remaining relatives are the elusive Hawthornes, an eccentric family living at Thorn Grove, an estate both glittering and gloomy.Its patriarch mourns his late wife through wild parties, while his son grapples for control of the family's waning reputation and his daughter suffers from a mysterious illness. But when their mother's restless spirit appears claiming she was poisoned, Signa realizes that the family she depends on could be in grave danger, and enlists the help of a surly stable boy to hunt down the killer. Signa's best chance of uncovering the murderer, though, is an alliance with Death himself, a fascinating, dangerous shadow who has never been far from her side. Though he's made her life a living hell, Death shows Signa that their growing connection may be more powerful - and more irresistible - than she ever dared imagine. From New York Times bestselling author Adalyn Grace, Belladonna brings to life a highly romantic, gothic-infused world of wealth, desire, and betrayal.</p>

<p>Významný britský sociolog vstoupil v roce 1990 touto knihou výrazně do soudobé diskuse o povaze doby, v níž žijeme. Neklade si akademické otázky o vztahu modernity a postmodernity, ale srozumitelně, současně však na vysoké teoretické úrovni, analyzuje reálné problémy, s nimiž se setkáváme v běžném životě a v politickém a veřejném diskursu: problém jistoty a nebezpečí, důvěry a rizika, proměněné role prostoru a času, změn v institucionální struktuře pozdně moderní společnosti, globalizace a jejích důsledků atd. Giddens formuluje originální stanoviska a otevírá nová témata, jako je problém důvěry v abstraktní systémy, fenomén tzv. reflexivity, vztah důvěry a ontologického bezpečí a další. Anthony Giddens (1938) byl po dlouhá desetiletí zřejmě nejznámějším britským sociologem. V letech 1997–2003 stál v čele London School of Economics and Political Science. Napsal více než třicet knih, řada z nich byla přeložena do mnoha jazyků. Věnoval se kritické analýze marxistické sociologické teorie (např. "A Contemporary Critique of Historical Materialism", 1981), napsal několik prací, v nichž vyložil svou vlastní sociologickou teorii – tzv. teorii strukturace (např. "The Constitution of Society: Outline of the Theory of Structuration", 1984), poté se věnoval vztahu modernity a pozdní modernity, proměnám intimity v pozdně moderní době ("The Transformation of Intimacy", 1992), fenoménu násilí v novodobých dějinách ("The Nation-State and Violence", 1989) a způsobu života tzv. posttradiční společnosti. K jeho nejnovějším pracím patří "Europe in the Global Age" (2007), "The Politics of Climate Change" (2011) nebo "Turbulent and Mighty Continent. What Future for Europe?" (2014). Kniha "Důsledky modernity" byla v roce 1998 první Giddensova práce vydaná v českém překladu. Poté vyšla jeho učebnice "Sociologie" (Argo 1999, v novém překladu 2013), "Unikající svět. Jak globalizace mění náš život" (SLON 2000), "Třetí cesta: obnova sociální demokracie" (Mladá fronta 2001), "Třetí cesta a její kritici" (Mladá fronta 2004) a "Proměna intimity: sexualita, láska a erotika v moderních společnostech" (Portál 2012).</p>

<p>Now in a gorgeous special-edition hardback: with an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic, beautiful endpapers and an exquisite foiled cover, this is an unmissable edition. This is the third in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. *Also an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*'Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.' RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry OnBoy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. Charlie didn't think Nick could ever like him back, but now they're officially boyfriends. Nick's even found the courage to come out to his mum. But coming out isn't just something that happens once - there's Nick's older brother, and a school trip to Paris, not to mention all the other friends and family - and life can be hard, even with someone who loves you by your side. As their feelings get more serious, Charlie and Nick will need each other more than ever before. This is the third volume of Heartstopper, which is now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series.By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper is about love, friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small stories of Nick and Charlie's lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.'The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.' Gay TimesThis special-edition hardback contains an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic, beautiful endpapers and an exquisite foiled cover. Collect all four Heartstopper hardbacks in 2023! Heartstopper was Children's #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 23 April 2022.</p>

<p>Now in a gorgeous special-edition hardback: with an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic FLOWER SHOP, beautiful endpapers and an exquisite foiled cover, this is an unmissable edition. Second in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. *Also an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*'Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.' RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry OnBoy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. Nick and Charlie are best friends. Nick knows Charlie's gay, and Charlie is sure that Nick isn't. But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is discovering all kinds of things about his friends, his family ... and himself. This is the second volume of Heartstopper, which is now an acclaimed live-action Netflix series.By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper is about love, friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie's lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.'The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.' Gay TimesThis special-edition hardback contains an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic, FLOWER SHOP, in black and white; beautiful endpapers and an exquisite foiled cover. Collect all four Heartstopper hardbacks in 2023! Volume 1 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic THE DREAMVolume 2 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic FLOWER SHOPVolume 3 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic THE HAIR CUTVolume 4 includes extra black-and-white mini-comic A VERY SPECIAL DAYHeartstopper was Children's #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 23 April 2022.</p> <p> </p>

<p>From two incredible rising talents comes the fantasy graphic novel Molly Knox Ostertag calls "instantly compelling." A New England Book Award and Harvey Award winner!Aiza has always dreamt of becoming a Knight. It's the highest military honor in the once-great Bayt-Sajji Empire, and as a member of the subjugated Ornu people, Knighthood is her only path to full citizenship. Ravaged by famine and mounting tensions, Bayt-Sajji finds itself on the brink of war once again, so Aiza can finally enlist in the competitive Squire training program. It's not how she imagined it, though. Aiza must navigate new friendships, rivalries, and rigorous training under the unyielding General Hende, all while hiding her Ornu background. As the pressure mounts, Aiza realizes that the "greater good" that Bayt-Sajji's military promises might not include her, and that the recruits might be in greater danger than she ever imagined.In this breathtaking and timely story, Aiza will have to choose, once and for all: loyalty to her heart and heritage, or loyalty to the Empire.</p>

<p>Zapisuješ si ráda své zážitky, plány, přání a sny? Chceš poznat sama sebe a královsky se u toho bavit?</p><p>Tak odpovídej na otázky, vyplňuj testíky a vytvoř si deník, který udrží všechna tvoje tajemství!</p><p>A pokud nechceš, aby tvé zápisky někdo četl, prostě si deník zazipuj!</p>

<p>Stvoření zvaná mobové dokážou být přátelská, neutrální i pořádně nebezpečná. S touhle knížkou plnou samolepek si užijete spoustu zábavy!</p>

<p>Jama is a clever and sensitive young Maasai girl who likes elephants better than people.She decides to escape the classroom gossip about the new boy, Leku, by going to the watering hole outside her village. There, she befriends a baby elephant that she names Mbegu.When Mbegu's mother, frightened by poachers, stampedes, Jama and Mbegu are blamed for two deaths - one elephant and one human. Now Leku, whose mysterious and imposing father is the head ranger at the conservancy, may be their only lifeline.A beautiful, heart-pounding story of a girl, an elephant, and their life-changing friendship.</p>

The newest entry in the multi-million-copy-selling 'No F*cks Given Guides' series from New York Times best-selling author Sarah Knight, showing how taking a little more responsibility can bring a lot more satisfaction to life. <p> </p> <p>It's never too late to grow the f*ck up. And New York Times bestselling author Sarah Knight is here to help! With her no-bullsh*t bible for the modern adult, you'll become more self-aware, self-sufficient and resourceful - and turn grown-up responsibilities into exciting opportunities for making your life easier and more fun. You'll learn:- How to anticipate consequences and orchestrate outcomes- Four keys to effective communication- Strategies for slaying self-care- The perks of being independent and dependableAnd much more!Packed with practical advice and pro-dult tips for everything from balancing your budget to impressing your in-laws, Grow the F*ck Up is the perfect guide for anyone - at any age - who wants to be an adult and get treated like one.SARAH KNIGHT's No F*cks Given Guides have sold over 3 million copies and her TEDx talk has been viewed 10 million times.</p>

<p>Silný, rychlý, fyzicky zdatný – tak by se dal popsat fotbalový útočník Erling Braut Haaland. Jeho houževnatost a touha uspět ho již od útlého věku předurčovaly k tomu, že bude nepřehlédnutelný.</p><p>Přečti si příběh o tom, jak chlapec z norského fotbalového klubu Bryne využil své mimořádné schopnosti a víru v sebe sama a stal se jedním z nejlepších střelců na světě. Nech se jím inspirovat a třeba se dostaneš také tak daleko jako on!</p>

<p>Vydejte se na ledově zábavnou pohádkovou výpravu! Oblíbení obyvatelé království Arendelle už se na vás těší. Dozvíte se, jak si sněhulák Olaf našel nového kamaráda, oslavíte kouzelný letní slunovrat, společně s Annou a Kristoffem pohlídáte trollí mimina, s Olafem prožijete vysněný letní den a vypátráte pozapomenuté vánoční tradice pro Annu a Elsu. Ledové království plné zázračných míst i bytostí vás zve na úžasné dobrodružství, které vás zahřeje u srdce. Užijte si ho do poslední sněhové vločky!</p>

<p>A second novel from the bestselling author of Branford Boase-shortlisted and Carnegie-nominated Witch. An engrossing story of fathers and sons, death and grief, and unexpected bonds, new and old, forged by dark and benign magic. When Sam, grieving the death of his father, finds a silver-flecked stone, ice-cold to the touch, strange and eerie things begin to happen. Myth, legend, magic and witchcraft mingle on the ancient hillside where the chalk white horse has galloped for centuries. Ravens wheel. Wolves prowl. As Halloween draws close, witches dance. Odin gathers brave, fallen warriors to his side. Only the mysterious new girl, Oona, can heal Sam's heart, revealing tarot secrets with her bewitching ways. Reviews for Witch: 'A book filled with enchantment, in every sense. Dark, exciting and pacy, Witch brilliantly balances magic and realism' Anthony McGowan, author of Carnegie-winning Lark 'There is real magic here... Perfect reading for a dark, stormy night' Irish Times Weekend</p>

<p>A bisexual girl who gives anonymous love advice to her school friends is hired by the hot new kid to help him get his ex back. Leah on the Offbeat meets To All the Boys I've Loved Before - the new queer YA rom-com from Sophie Gonzales.'Perfectly wonderful</p>

<p>From USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Sierra Simone comes her steamy, TikTok-famous Priest series, in which sinners and saints alike test the bonds of religion, love, and lust.He's a priest, and here is his confession.There are many ru</p>

The original heroes from The Lightning Thief are reunited for their biggest challenge yet: getting Percy to college when the gods are standing in his way. After saving the world multiple times, Percy Jackson is hoping to have a normal senior year. Unfortunately, the gods aren't quite done with him.Percy will have to fulfil three quests in order to get the necessary three letters of recommendation from Mount Olympus for college. The first quest is to help Zeus's cup-bearer retrieve his goblet before it falls into the wrong hands. Can Percy, Grover, and Annabeth find it in time? Readers new to Percy Jackson and fans who have been awaiting this reunion for more than a decade will delight equally in this latest hilarious take on Greek mythology.

<p>Inteligence těla je univerzální a vždy v nás byla. Své tělo máme vždy a všude s sebou, ale už se necítíme celiství. Jsme uvězněni v jakýchsi bojích a v úsilí zvládnout naše individuální životní výzvy a tehdy nás Inteligence našeho těla může jako Polárka vést a umožnit nám, aby věci plynuly bez námahy. Kniha je cestou stát se sami sebou a tím klidnějšími a spokojenějšími.</p>

<p>The international bestselling Off-Campus series returns with a collection of four novellas by New York Times bestselling author and TikTok sensation Elle Kennedy! This brand-new installment provides the much-anticipated answer to the question: Where are they now? Four stories. Four couples. Three years of real life after graduation... A wedding. A proposal. An elopement. And a surprise pregnancy. Life after college for Garrett and Hannah, Logan and Grace, Dean and Allie, and Tucker and Sabrina, isn't quite what they imagined it would be. Sure, they have each other, but they also have real-life problems that four years at Briar U didn't exactly prepare them for. As it turns out, for these four couples, love is the easy part. Growing up is a whole lot harder. Come for the drama, stay for the laughs! Catch up with your favorite Off-Campus characters as they navigate the changes that come with growing up and discover that big decisions can have big consequences...and big rewards.</p>

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