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Passed down through the generations of Karla Zazueta’s family, she explores cooking techniques and ingredients brought in from lesser explored regions. This is a true taste of north Mexico using fresh produce, bursting with flavour, colour and –...

Unwind and express your creativity with the iconic designs in Color Me Texas.Don't mess with Texas! This collection celebrates all iconic things about Texas. These detailed illustrations allow you to practice mindfulness and will keep you busy for...

The charming and joyful follow-up book from ‘the nation’s taster in chief,’ Felicity Cloake. If there’s one thing that truly unites this country from Aberdeen to Abernethy, St Ives to St Pancras, it’s an obsession with breakfast. We all have an opinion...

Shortlisted for the 2024 Illustrated Sports Book of the YearLaunched as rugby hit fever pitch at the 2023 World Cup, Remarkable Rugby Grounds is the perfect title for the passionate rugby fan who will be astonished at the worldwide reach of their...

A breathtaking collection of 200 photographs expertly colourised by Aotearoa New Zealand's premier colourist, Brendan Graham, with commentary from award-winning historian Jock Phillips ONZM Our Land in Colour celebrates the rich story of Aotearoa...

Remarkable Treks is a compendium of exhilarating walks from around the planet – some lasting weeks, some lasting just a few days, but all of them set against spectacular backdrops. Following the same format as the award winning Remarkable Road Trips and...

Discover the best biking routes around Europe.The definitive European motorcycle touring bible, with the best biking roads presented in 100 easy-to-follow, tried-and-tested routes from motorcycle journalist, author and traveller Simon Weir. From the...

From Voltaire to Verlaine and from Hugo to Hemingway, these are the Paris locations that have influenced modern literature. The book is an elegant photographic stroll around the bookshops, famous literary restaurants and storied streets of Europe’s...

‘On Skellig Michael, thousands of birds appear and disappear, erecting towers, coming together in wings of movement which build and unravel over the empty sea. Often, no one else is there to stand beside me on the island. The mind wanders; links with the...

An immersive memoir about a groundbreaking surfing career, and a stunning portrait of Ireland as one of the world’s most captivating big-wave surfing destinations. ”A brilliant story” – Ray D’Arcy Born and raised in Bundoran, with the waves of the west...

See through the eyes of the Brontës as you immerse yourself in their lives and landscapes, wandering the very same paths they each would have walked in search of the inspiration behind their novels and poetry.An ‘imaginative and elegant trek through the...

Discover new places with handy maps from Collins.A fully revised and updated colour road map of France at 18 miles to 1 inch / 11km to 1cm. The map shows individual departments by name. All cities, towns, roads, European route numbers, motorways and toll...

Anaesthetising a fish, x-raying a frog and hospitalising a walrus are all in a day’s work for the world’s wildest veterinarian. Travelling from the rainforests of Sierra Leone to the jungles of Borneo, Romain Pizzi has caught, anaesthetised, diagnosed,...

‘One of the non-fiction books of the year.’ Andrew O’ Hagan A powerful, evocative and deeply personal journey into the world of missing people When Francisco Garcia was just seven years old, his father, Christobal, left his family. Unemployed, addicted...

Remarkable Road Trips collects over 50 of the most spectacular, dangerous, and thoroughly memorable road trips from around the world Entries range from the shortest – the Guoilang Tunnel hewn into the side of a cliff face in China, to the longest, the...

The must-have Back to School German dictionary for Year 7. An easy-reference German to English and English to German dictionary with key GCSE curriculum words highlighted and a practical, fun supplement covering key vocabulary areas. It is the ideal...

The home of trusted Mandarin dictionaries for everyday language learning.An easy-reference Chinese to English and English to Chinese dictionary. The easiest way to learn Mandarin Chinese for students with the clearest layout and entry structure. Each...

The definitive pocket-sized location guidebook for THE HOBBIT movies Since the first screening of tHE LORD OF tHE RINGS: tHE FELLOWSHIP OF tHE RING in 2001, New Zealand has become the embodiment of 'Middle-earth' to millions of moviegoers and JRR...

The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning.A unique guide to communicating in Spanish. It will help you to find out more about Spanish culture and to practise your spoken Spanish with a free downloadable audio file. An ideal...

The home of trusted German dictionaries for everyday language learning.Perfect for revising German Grammar offering a clear and easy-to-understand guide to the verbs and grammar of German with hundreds of practical exercises. Designed for all those...

The joys of the world, one terrible map at a time – this is the ultimate gift book for the budding geographer or anyone who wants to have a laugh. Ever wondered about the average jean colour across the United States? Or what ‘pedestrians’ look like in...

It is more than 200 years since the world’s first steam railway locomotive hauled its initial load of iron ore and passengers on a short, slow journey. From that time onwards, the evolution of the steam locomotive continued unabated through the 19th...

Lay back in the sun and enjoy that sea breeze—it’s time to enter total relaxation mode! Whether you’re kicking back with your girlfriends or taking a family vacation, this book has you covered. Preparation can mean the difference between a fabulous...

Named one of the best road trips in the world by The Times, Condé Nast Traveller, and Time Out.Full colour, informative map of the popular Great Ocean Road. With detailed mapping, key tourist information and a suggested itinerary, this is a perfect guide...

A Waterstones Travel Book of the Year 2023A funny, warm and timely meditation on identity and belonging, following the scenic route along the England–Wales border: Britain’s deepest faultline. There is a line on the map: to one side Wales, small, rugged...

The remarkable true story of an unrivalled journey to recreate the greatest run in film history: 15,621 miles, five-times across the United States.‘Rob Pope has made his name revelling in challenges that range from the unconventional to the extraordinary...

Explore Britain's remaining historic lines with railway expert Julian Holland. The essential guide to exploring Britain’s last remaining historic lines, Britain’s Heritage Railways is ideal for anyone planning or looking for a nostalgic railway trip...

Learn Japanese in no time with Paul Noble's tried-and-tested method. Ever tried to learn Japanese and found it too hard? Bestselling language coach Paul Noble has a quick and easy way to get you back on track with his unique tried-and-tested method. •...

Fully revised and updated by Oz, with new entries on key wineries, vineyards and producers from around the country. ‘It's brilliant. Exactly what's wanted. -’ Hugh JohnsonOne of the great pleasures of wine is to drink it where it is grown and made. The...

Classic cocktail recipes from where you'd rather be. A bellini in Buenos Aires. A mimosa in Barcelona. It's always spritz o'clock somewhere, right?This companion guide will take you on a journey to some of the world's dreamiest locations - places made...

Shortlisted for the 2023 Illustrated Sports Book of the YearRemarkable Football Grounds is a collection of some of the most memorable places to watch and play football around the world. Ranging from the stellar stadiums of the Premier League to...

‘Could you show me a djinn?’ I asked. ‘Certainly,’ replied the Sufi. ‘But you would run away.’ This is William Dalrymple’s captivating memoir of a year spent in Delhi, a city watched over and protected by the mischievous invisible djinns. Lodging with...

The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning.This book offers beginners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to the verbs and grammar of Spanish. Perfect for Spanish exams revision. Designed for all those learning Spanish at...

WHEN PARADISE TURNS TO CHAOS, WHO WILL SURVIVE? An incredible true story of murder, romance and a fateful search for utopia in the Galápagos from the New York Times bestselling author of The Ghosts of Eden ParkAt the height of the Great Depression, Los...

From the director of the wildly popular Bush Mechanics and Black As - a can-do guide for your next outback adventure filled with practical advice, ripper yarns and road-trip tips. Driving around Australia is one of life's biggest adventures, if you're...

A beautiful tour of Britain’s greatest gardens, classic and modern. Inspiration and escapism for every gardener. A unique tour of thirty of Britain's most beautiful gardens, classic and modern. A great gift for gardeners on their days off or during the...

Dog-friendly country walks in Britain with places to eat and stay• Supported by the National Trust, and includes their ‘pawprint rating’ system for dog-friendly places • Breathtaking walks that aren’t too challenging – 2-6 miles in length. Suggested...

Take a boozy journey across America with this ultimate guide to the best cocktails in the country.From New York to L.A., from New Orleans to Seattle, from Miami to Portland, this stunning book showcases the carefully crafted cocktails from America's...

Embark on a vibrant journey through America's natural wonders with the stunning designs in Color Me National Parks.Zion, Acadia, Yellowstone, Glacier, Yosemite, Denali—explore these gorgeous settings without ever leaving your home with these intricate...

Discover the history, legends and folklore of Britain’s most intriguing landmarks This beautifully illustrated book reveals the secrets and stories of fifty icons of Britain’s landscape.Some are natural wonders, such as Cheddar Gorge, Sherwood Forest...

2024 WINNER OF THE INTERNATIONAL/REGIONAL COOKBOOK GUILD OF FOOD WRITERS AWARDShortlisted for Fortnum & Mason Cookery Book of the Year ––––'This book is a delightful new addition to a most distinguished company of cooks and writers, bravo Alex.’ —...

This fully updated guide by whisky authority and Japanese whisky expert Stefan Van Eycken takes you on a tour of some of the most coveted whiskies in the world. Japanese whiskies have become some of the most highly valued whiskies, and have bested...

Bag the perfect A-Level Atlas this Back to School.A new, fully updated edition of this bestselling atlas of the world. Great value and contains all the world maps you need in a budget atlas, for family, study and business use. Explore our planet; •...

Aotearoa New Zealand's bestselling phrasebook and dictionary of te reo Maori First published in 1990, The Collins Maori Phrasebook and Dictionary remains one of Aotearoa New Zealand's best and most trusted guides to Te Reo Maori. This book is a unique...

‘Joyful, life-affirming, greedy. I loved it’ – DIANA HENRY‘Whether you are an avid cyclist, a Francophile, a greedy gut, or simply an appreciator of impeccable writing – this book will get you hooked’ – YOTAM OTTOLENGHI The nation’s ‘taster in chief’...

A book of delicious, easy-to-make recipes in the great outdoors. Food is often one of the most enjoyable elements of a holiday, but nobody wants to spend hours slaving in a hot, micro-kitchen with limited supplies. Caravan Cookbook offers the solution...

The world’s leading German to English and English to German bilingual dictionary. 360,000 words, meanings and phrases and 500,000 translations.Comprehensive and authoritative, this dictionary is the ideal German to English and English to German...