Six year old Andrew lives with a large house with his much older cousin Josephine and her servants. Andrew is bored with his life and prefers to be with his cousin Benjamin who is much younger but lives away at a college where he is a professor. When Benjamin and Aunt Rachel both come for a summer visit, Andrew's life becomes more interesting.

In 'The Strange Adventures of Mr Andrew Hawthorn' and the other stories in this collection, peculiar worlds of temptation, adventure or iniquity are perilously close at hand. Mr Hawthorn himself steps outside to allow his porridge to cool and disappears for five years and more, a Glasgow grocer is shipwrecked and ultimately worshipped as a god, a young mathematician discovers an entirely new aspect of reality and becomes terrified by what he finds there, and an ageing sinner clings grimly, weakly to a hard-won life of decency: John Buchan in each demonstrating his abilities as a gripping writer of short stories. In his introduction, Giles Foden explores Buchan's innate sense of the fascination held by sudden jeopardy and vanished comfort, and the themes of the will and fate in his work.

Moving to a new city can be a daunting experience, especially for young children. In "The Adventures of Andrew and Alexa," we follow the journey of two siblings as they navigate their new surroundings and make new friends. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about the power of teamwork, kindness, and community involvement. This book is a heartwarming tale on friendship, resilience, and personal growth. We will witness the challenges and triumphs of Andrew, Alexa, and their group of friends, the "Friendship Four." As they solve a mystery involving a stolen dog and work together to clean up their community, they discover the joy of giving back and the importance of making a positive impact. Through the adventures of Andrew and Alexa, young readers will learn the value of stepping out of their comfort zone and the rewards of taking risks. They will also see the positive effects of working together and the power of friendships in overcoming obstacles. "The Adventures of Andrew and Alexa" is a book that will inspire and delight children, reminding them that even in the face of change and uncertainty, they can always find a sense of belonging and purpose.

The story of Olive and Mabel, Labrador retrievers who rose to internet fame as the subjects of Andrew Cotter's BBC sports parodies. When sporting events were put on hold in March 2020, commentator Andrew Cotter shifted to working from home. The one-on-one competitors? His two Labrador retrievers, Olive and Mabel. In the hilarious videos that ensued, the dogs engage in various contests, from bone-snatching and breakfast-eating to crushing it on the dog walk, while Cotter narrates to hilarious effect. The scene of Mabel, simply standing still in a fetid pond was one of the most popular. Why? Because this is how dogs live, and Cotter captured it with humor and joy. It’s why the series has been viewed more than 50 million times, entertaining dog owners, sports fans and celebrities around the world. Olive and Mabel are more than online celebrities, however, as revealed in this charming narrative. Filled with stories about how Cotter fell in love with his dogs, his passion for hiking with them through the glens and over the peaks of his native Scotland, and the ongoing relationship between Olive and Mabel (particularly the “competitive fire” lit during these days of quarantine), the memoir is by turns side-splittingly funny and thoughtfully tender. It’s sure to resonate with all dog lovers.

Bathman saves rubber Ducky from the evil Cap'n Squeegee.

A story inspired by Godly values and the significance of a strong, caring family.