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Starting with taming a dragon, ten young novices are initiated into the Viking tribe – including unlikely hero Hiccup, whose unusual skills make up for his weaknesses when the Seadragonus Giganticus Maximus stirs. This edition of the first adventure in the bestselling series includes 48 collector cards. Age 7+

Three children, Joe, Beth and Frannie, and their cousin Rick, live in a cottage deep in the country, near the Enchanted Wood where the Faraway Tree grows. High in the tree live the children’s friends Silky the fairy, Moon-Face and Saucepan Man, and at the top there is always a new magical land to explore. First published in 1943, this famous adventure story has new, colourful illustrations by Mark Beech and large print for young readers. Age 6+

The finale of the bestselling series sees the future of dragonkind hanging in the balance. All hope lies with unlikely young hero Hiccup, who needs to be crowned king in place of Alvin the Treacherous and persuade the Dragon Furious to call off the rebellion. Age 7+

‘When I rebuild a bicycle, I re-order my head. So might you…’ writes The Grand Tour presenter James May in introducing this manual on the joys of reassembly. May discusses the history, nostalgia and meditative satisfaction involved in reassembling seven classic machines including a Bakelite rotary telephone, a Tokai electric guitar and a Honda Z50A Monkey Bike.

The comedian, actress and writer had always viewed dog owners slightly askance – they talked obsessively about their pets, and their clothes and sofas were covered in hair. Then she got Peggy, a shih-tzu bichon-frise cross puppy, and discovered the joy and comfort of canine companionship amid life-changing crises, and its lessons in life, love, trust and friendship. Slightly off-mint

Illustrated with evocative charcoal drawings, this is the lyrically told story of a displaced tiger family seeking a new home. Facing many dangers as they journey through the jungle, they eventually find the perfect spot to lay their heads. Age 3+

Mr Panda is baking a delicious surprise, but he's not going fast enough for Llama, Rabbit or Skunk, none of whom could possibly claim patience as one of their virtues. Age 3+

The instant the gardener sets eyes on Emma's homemade dragon, he declares it to be magic. Sure enough, the little cardboard fire-breather has an uncanny knack for locating lost things – very handy when the Queen mislays a diamond. Age 3+

Sharing the simple text and clear illustrations that made the Mr Men series so popular, these introductions to counting, telling the time and learning the alphabet were first created by Roger Hargreaves in the 1980s. Age 3+ The three titles included in this set are: Count Worm (Read more...) Grandfather Clock (Read more...) Albert the Alphabetical Elephant (Read more...)

Soap actress and Loose Women regular Denise Welch has been frank about her struggles with alcohol, anxiety and depression. In this account she traces her experiences back to a post-natal depressive episode, discusses the difficulty of identifying ‘triggers’, and reveals how cathartic it was to speak about her problems on social media.

As a lawyer, Richard Henriques prosecuted Harold Shipman and the killers of James Bulger. After becoming a judge, he oversaw the cases of the Morecambe Bay cockle pickers and Jean Charles de Menezes, as well as many high-profile appeals. In this book he recalls his most notorious cases, and gives his views on the state of the British judicial system.

First sister is a nameless priestess; Lito Val Lucius, a faithless warrior. Caught on opposing sides of an interplanetary war, they are each forced to choose between staying true to themselves, and following their respective causes.

According to Frog, dogs must sit on logs and armadillos on pillows; and, while cats could once relax on mats, a recent rule change dictates that they must now repose on gnats. Can our disgruntled feline protagonist rhyme his way out of trouble? Age 3+

Originally published in 1949–51, the three stories in this collection were the first full-length books in the much-loved Secret Seven series. The young detectives investigate a spooky house, track down a missing necklace and help a boy who has been hiding in their treehouse. Age 7+

Grandfather Clock has a unique way of telling the time to the people he meets throughout the day – by transforming himself into a clockface. Age 3+

Featuring the original cover art and drawings by Eileen Soper, this collection of the first three adventures sees the famous five searching for hidden treasure on Kirrin Island, tracking down the thief who stole Uncle Quentin's important papers, and foiling a dastardly kidnapper. Age 7+

William the Counting Worm flexes his way from 1 to 9 to teach a small boy how to count, but when it comes to 10 he needs some help from a friend. Age 3+

By forming the letters with his trunk, and finding objects that begin with each one, Albert teaches the alphabet to a girl who is learning to read. Age 3+

Humpty Dumpty would like to be a boiled egg when he grows up, but his nursery rhyme friends are more ambitious – Little Miss Muffet wants to be a scientist, Goosey Gander a builder. Together they encourage Humpty to ‘think big’. Age 3+

In their bids to be chosen as a child’s pets, the monsters use simple rhymes to reveal what makes them so special. Their talents include running, playing tricks and offering the best cuddles. Age 3+

When a bird’s nest lands on his lap, brown bear Douglas looks after the eggs while Swoopy Bird builds a new home. He didn’t expect them to hatch, but luckily the Funny Bunnies are on hand to help him. Age 3+

‘There’s a hole in the wall that belongs to the zoo…’ and all sorts of creatures visit Ellie and Boo. This rhyming story follows the string of arrivals, until one day no one comes and Ellie goes to find out why. Age 3+

Dr Suzi Gage investigates the science behind recreational drugs, from coffee and alcohol to cocaine and LSD. She debunks common urban myths and offers clear explanations of how each substance impacts the brain and body, both short and long term.

The award-winning cameraman Lindsay McCrae spent a year in Antarctica filming emperor penguins for a BBC documentary. This is his account of the life-cycle of the creatures, which march over 100 miles to reach their breeding grounds before the males, unusually, incubate the eggs. It also reflects on his own feelings as he faced a polar winter thousands of miles from his wife and unborn child.

Living in rural poverty in the Missouri Ozarks, Eve is aware that people think of her as white trash, but when her twelve-year-old daughter is murdered she fights the disadvantages of her situation to find and punish whoever was responsible.

The central character in How to Train Your Dragon, Hiccup first appeared in this picture book. Feeling small and scared, the young Viking dreads going to sea with his heroic father, but when a storm hits he quickly learns how brave they can both be. Age 3+

Now a successful film, The Foreigner sees a long-retired soldier who had fought for the Viet Cong and the US Marines taking up arms once again when his only remaining family are killed in an IRA bombing campaign. Slightly off-mint and felt-tip mark on upper trimmed edge

Father Christmas finds himself in more than one spot of bother with his high-tech sleigh and gadgets, but Emily and her toy rabbit Stanley come to the rescue with a dose of good old-fashioned magic. Age 3+

David Cameron’s former Director of Communications offers a day-by-day account the six months leading to the EU membership referendum in June 2016, the machinations of the Brexit campaigners, conflict within the Conservative party, and the aftermath of the shock result.

Michael Parkinson interviewed Muhammad Ali a total of four times. This book combines his personal recollections of those meetings with transcripts of their occasionally volatile conversations, and provides an objective assessment of the great boxer’s rise and fall.

One of England’s most respected footballers, Rio Ferdinand lost his wife Rebecca to cancer at the age of 34. Writing with the journalist Decca Aitkenhead, he tells their story, and frankly discusses the challenges of parenting while dealing with bereavement.

From dung beetles steering by the stars to salmon following scents and birds using geomagnetism, many animals make long journeys with unerring accuracy. This book reveals their amazing feats of navigation and reviews the latest research into the subject.

Liam Charles, the breakout star of The Great British Bake Off 2017, introduces an eclectic range of bakes in his characteristically cheery style. The recipes include his famed Mega Choccy Cupcakes, Cheesy Garlic Monkey Bread and Salted Caramel Millionaire Dominoes, plus dishes influenced by his Caribbean heritage – such as individual curried goat pies and salt fish doughnuts.

First published in 1985 the 13 stories in this collection invite readers into Pilcher’s world of country kitchens and small domestic dramas, babies born, and weddings where the mother of the bride is allowed a ‘fit of temperament’.

In this collection, Rosamunde Pilcher introduces the 16 stories as dealing with ‘emotions experienced not only by the very young and the young, but also by the older members of this extraordinary society in which we find ourselves’.

This highly illustrated volume opens with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's 'Meat Manifesto'. He then explains the different cuts and the cooking techniques associated with them, followed by a selection of more than 150 recipes including such classics as Roast Pork with Crackling and Toad in the Hole and, more exotically, Thai Pork Dumplings and Curried Goat.

Part of the Great British Bake Off series of Bake it Better books, this is both a guide to basic ingredients, equipment and techniques and a collection of recipes arranged by biscuit types and the skills involved in making them: from Flapjacks in the ‘needs a little skill’ category to the challenges of Garibaldi Biscuits and Palmiers.

Sir Ranulph Fiennes has crossed both Poles on foot and fought with the SAS: in spite of also having scaled mountains, he is still so scared of heights that he hates climbing ladders. In this meditation on the physical and psychological aspects of fear, he explores how they can be overcome, using his own experiences and historical moments in which fear played a critical role.

Levison Wood was just 22 in 2004 when he decided to hitchhike from England to Goa, via Russia, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Looking back on his adventure, he recalls how, fascinated by the ancient cultures that flourished along the Silk Road and following the footsteps of explorers such as Ibn Battuta and Marco Polo, he made his way through mountains and war zones, meeting shepherds and priests, Russian Mafiosi and mujahideen fighters.

Sara’s husband has started working from home and is constantly irascible, so she finds solace in friendship with a young woman who gets her more involved in village life. Then tragedy strikes and secrets are revealed; as gossip spreads, Sara must protect those she loves.

Shortly after a Snapchat video shows a terrified teenager pleading for forgiveness, her body is discovered. In this thriller from an Icelandic crime writer, Detective Huldar and psychologist Freya must stop a serial killer’s campaign of revenge on cyber bullies.

Calling to mind childhood picnics, fragrant gardens, endless summers and cosy winters, Emma Bridgewater's distinctive pottery – manufactured and traditionally hand-decorated in the Staffordshire Potteries – has found its way on to the dresser shelves and kitchen tables of homes all over Britain and beyond. Comprising an assortment of family photographs, recipes, childhood reminiscences and musings on her inspirations and artistic processes, this volume encapsulates Emma's creative approach to life.

After a successful playing career, Rob Andrew had a defining influence on the new professional era of English rugby, taking charge of the Newcastle Falcons from the mid 1990s, and then joining the RFU as Director of Elite Rugby from 2006. This reflection on his experiences focuses on his time as a coach and administrator and the ups and downs of the England team since his retirement from playing.

This collection of sweet bread and bun recipes from the The Great British Bake Off is organized into colour-coded groups: 'Easy Does It', 'Needs a Little Skill' and 'Up for a Challenge'. The bakes, such as Toasted Coconut Banana Bread, Croissants, and Panettone, are illustrated with step-by-step photographs, and a side panel lists the preparation time, oven time and storage instructions.

While similar to Italian food, Sardinian and Sicilian cuisine both have a distinct identity, influenced by the islands’ geography and history. Inspired by their use of fresh ingredients and regional specialities, such as pecorino, shellfish and saffron, Gino presents over 100 simple recipes for starters, main dishes, sides and desserts, including Pork and Sage Risotto, Seafood Salad and Jasmine and Orange Sorbet.

In 2016 Gino D'Acampo embarked upon an odyssey around northern and central Italy, meeting traditional food producers and sampling local specialities. In this companion volume to the ITV series of the same name he distils what he learnt about the distinctive culinary identity of each region into 80 authentic recipes including Chicory and Pancetta Risotto, Polenta-Crusted Mackerel and Sour Cherry Ice Cream.

Michael Parkinson saw George Best make his Manchester United debut in 1963 and over the next 40 years interviewed him many times, forging a close friendship. This tribute to the skilled but flawed footballer includes personal anecdotes as well as reflections on his talent for the game, his impact as the first footballer to become a media celebrity and the struggles with alcoholism that curtailed his career and led to an early death.

A Warrior girl and a Wizard boy, who should never have met, team up again in this sequel. This time they must set aside their differences to overcome an Evil Spell that has broken free. Slightly off-mint and felt-tip mark on upper trimmed edge. Age 7+

The first adventure in the bestselling series sees unlikely hero Hiccup leading ten young novices through their initiation into the Viking tribe, starting with stealing baby dragons and taming them. If they fail, they will be banished. Slightly off-mint and felt-tip mark on upper trimmed edge. Age 8+

Giles Coren’s anecdotes about his dining experiences, from childhood to professional restaurant critic, are interspersed with practical tips such as how to choose wisely from the menu, especially at a sushi restaurant, and how to complain effectively.

Paul Thurlby immortalizes the sights of London in his retro-style illustrations – from A for Abbey Road via I for ice skating at Somerset House and N for Nelson's Column to Z for London Zoo. Each double-page spread includes interesting facts about the landmark or sight depicted. Age 6+

Theodore Boone’s father is a lawyer, his mother is a lawyer and, although he is only 13-years-old, Theo is absolutely determined to be a lawyer. Already an expert on the criminal justice system, Theo is investigating crime and bringing criminals to justice in Strattenburg, Pennsylvania. In these six cases he comes up against corrupt officials, exam cheats, kidnappers and even murderers. Age 9+

The New Testament is here rearranged so that each gospel is placed at the beginning of a group of closely related books, allowing the reader to have a more meaningful encounter with their different theological traditions. The New International Version’s text is used, but without the distraction of chapter numbers and headings. The book accompanies the four Lumo Project films of the gospels and includes photographs from them.

While a junior reporter, Michael Parkinson played cricket for Barnsley and counted Geoffrey Boycott and Dickie Bird amongst his team mates. Detailing his rise from local journalist to national broadcaster, this memoir relates his experiences in the television industry over a 40-year period, including the infamous TV-am launch, and his thoughts about the many famous and influential people he interviewed on his long-running chat show and Desert Island Discs.

In 1483, Sir Thomas Vaughan is arrested for treason. A messenger takes the news to Jack Wynter, Sir Thomas’s illegitimate son, who is in Seville, entrusted with a locked chest that holds his father’s secret and propels Jack into a deadly conspiracy. Slightly off-mint.

In his fifth novel in the Little Village School series, Gervase Phinn paints an authentic and entertaining picture of the school in Barton-in-the-Dale, replete with a dishy new teacher, juicy gossip and skeletons in the school cupboards. Slightly off-mint.

Daniel Tammet, author of the bestselling memoir Born on a Blue Day, here draws on his own experiences as an autistic person and a polyglot to explore what the intricacies and oddities of human language can teach us about ourselves. His 15 essays cover such topics as the art of translation, sign languages, the music and patterns of words, the grammar of telephone conversations and the rules that prescribe acceptable Icelandic names. Slightly off-mint.

Venice, 1358: while Oswald de Lacy awaits a pilgrim ship bound for the Holy Land, he falls under the dangerous spell of the island state; and a dead man on carnival night takes him deeper into its dark intrigues.