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Unleashing Great Teaching: The Secrets to the Most Effective Teacher Development

"It’s within the power of each and every school to unleash the best in teachers, day by day, month by month, year by year.This practical handbook takes the guesswork out of professional learning, showing school leaders how they can build a self-improving culture and remove barriers to learning.the authors set out their advice for how every school can bring in the best ideas from the whole system, and make sure that these have a lasting effect in the classroom. Packed full of examples, easy-to-use ideas and checklists, Unleashing Great Teaching brings together a vast body of experience gained by the Teacher Development Trust (UK), and shows how other schools can learn from these insights. From fostering a culture of evaluating impact to establishing good relationships, communication and a developmental culture, this book takes each and every aspect of the school system and reassesses its role as a driver of teacher and student success."

Bridget Clay, David Weston (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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Other People's Children

"Tommaso is just about making it work: travelling abroad for his job, helping his girlfriend with her two unruly sons, and keeping up with the eccentricities of his Italian grandmother, Alma. But as Alma grows increasingly troubled by strange and unsettling memories, Tommaso realises that there is much in her past that he doesn't know. And the more he discovers, the more it seems that the secrets she has guarded for so long might not only overwhelm her, but upend his own precariously balanced life too. Reaching back to the tumultuous days of the Italian resistance during the Second World War and into the domestic chaos of modern life, this is a story of the past's long shadow, and the families we have and those we make."

Ben Faccini (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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Literature in our Lives: Talking About Texts from Shakespeare to Philip Pullman

"This book recreates in written form seventeen of the most popular, frankly personal and engaging lectures on literature given by the award-winning teacher Richard Jacobs, who has been working with students for over forty years. This is a book written for students, whether starting their studies or more experienced, and also for all lovers of literature. At its heart is the conviction that reading, thinking about, and writing or talking about literature involves us all personally: texts talk to us intimately and urgently, inviting us to talk back, intervening in and changing our lives. These lectures discuss, in an open but richly informed way, a wide range of texts that are regularly studied and enjoyed. They model what it means to be excited about reading and studying literature, and how the study of literature can be life-changing—perhaps even with the effect of changing the lives of readers of this eloquent and remarkable book."

Richard Jacobs (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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101 Great Philosophers: Makers of Modern Thought

"Bloomsbury presents 101 Great Philosophers: Makers of Modern Thought by Madsen Pirie read by Tom Lawrence 101 Great Philosophers is a concise and accessible guide to 101 of the greatest minds that contributed to the legacy of western philosophy. From the ancient Greeks to present-day thinkers, Madsen Pirie employs concise entries, each on a single page, to give a snapshot of the contribution made by 100 key philosophers to the development of this fascinating subject. This book provides a sparkling insight into the lives and times of each philosopher covered - explaining just why what they had to say was so innovative and inspiring. Essential reading for anyone coming to the subject for the first time, this book is an indispensible introduction to the most important ideas in the history of western thought. P 2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC C 2009 Madsen Pirie"

Madsen Pirie (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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Six Minutes to Winter: Nuclear War and How to Avoid It

"Bloomsbury presents Six Minutes to Winter: Nuclear War and How to Avoid It by Mark Lynas read by Tom Lawrence ‘Terrifying and timely, this is a book everyone should read and heed’ - George Monbiot 'Urgent, gripping and sobering, Six Minutes to Winter is a hair-raising wake-up call’ - David Wallace-Wells ‘Powerful and insightful. Although many have forgotten about nuclear weapons, we shouldn't’ - Charles Oppenheimer The world is currently closer to superpower conflict than at any time since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. World War III is a real possibility, and with 12,000 warheads in the arsenals of more than half a dozen countries, we are standing on a nuclear knife edge. Despite receiving very little attention, nuclear war is a far greater threat to humanity's immediate survival than climate change. While climate heating threatens humanity over many decades, nuclear war could destroy civilisation in just a few hours. A major missile exchange would mean months of near-total darkness, followed by a decade-long global nuclear winter that would destroy most life on Earth. Virtually everyone would starve in the resulting worldwide famine, and there would be no reliable refuge. We are sleepwalking to Armageddon. There are no mass marches, no COPs, no nuclear Greta. But the climate experience teaches us that ignoring a problem is no solution, and that a worldwide mobilisation can work. Six Minutes to Winter presents an unflinching view of the nuclear nightmare, but also describes how weapons can be taken off hair-trigger alert and ultimately abolished altogether. If human civilisation is to survive long term, we have no alternative. C 2025 Mark Lynas P 2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Mark Lynas (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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The Final Test: The Uncertain Future of Cricket’s First-Class Game

"Bloomsbury presents The Final Test: The Uncertain Future of Cricket’s First-Class Game by Huw Turbervill read by Tom Lawrence ‘[A] compelling book… Test cricket is hanging on. It’s a worry’ – Graham Gooch 'Huw Turbervill is the ultimate passionate polemicist for the Test format with a zeal that manages to weave both George Orwell and Basil Fawlty into his arguments' – David Gower OBE 'As cricket expands into ever more formats and franchise leagues, more and more voices are to be heard; but the editor of The Cricketer should always be listened to' – Scyld Berry The editor of The Cricketer goes on a soul-searching journey to discover what the future holds for Test cricket. As T20 grows like Japanese knotweed, Test cricket is in mortal danger. White-ball tournaments – mainly T20 and T10 – are now sprouting in places like the US and Saudi Arabia, and Test cricketers are commonly being offered all-year-round contracts by IPL owners, allowing them to play short-form tournaments in the West Indies, the UAE and elsewhere. The IPL has expanded, but Australia's Big Bash is contracting; the 2023 men's Ashes were concertinaed into a tiny window but The Hundred continues to dominate. Is there still hope for Test cricket in this tumultuous sporting landscape? Turbervill recalls the poignancy of the final Test of the English summer at The Oval in 2022, and describes how the match could be seen as a metaphor for the demise of the longer game. As cricket fans seem divided in the sport's own version of the culture wars: traditionalists refusing to accede territory; pragmatists wanting to achieve a healthy balance and progressives conceding the change, Turbervill asks cricketers, commentators and writers about the future of Test cricket. With guest appearances including David Gower, Graham Gooch, Merv Hughes, Reece Topley and many more, this book reveals if Test cricket can truly survive the next decade. C 2025 Huw Turbervill P 2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Huw Turbervill (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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The Voices

"I heard you. I know what you did. 'Gripping and emotional, with creeping suspense that keeps building until the final shocking twist' KARIN SLAUGHTER 'A standout thriller' ABIGAIL DEAN 'Perfect for fans of The Silent Patient' RHIANNON BARNSLEY For three years, criminal psychiatrist Tamsin Shaw has been lying unresponsive in hospital. But while she may not be able to open her eyes, she is awake, and listening to her visitors: - The husband - The best friend - The ex-boyfriend - The former patient - The nurse All of them have secrets. One of them will kill to keep theirs hidden. Can Tamsin wake up before it’s too late? - EVERYONE LOVES THE VOICES REAL READERS ARE SAYING … “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The PREMISE was INCREDIBLE and was backed up by A REALLY THRILLING PLOT” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This story had my JAW HITTING THE FLOOR and at other times brought a TEAR TO MY EYE” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The tension builds to a SHOCKING CLIMAX that will LEAVE READERS REELING” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ It was definitely UNPUTDOWNABLE because of its many twists and MIND-BLOWING turns!” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I was engrossed from the very first line, DYING TO KNOW WHAT WOULD HAPPEN NEXT” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The TWISTS are EXPERTLY TIMED, and the PACING is RELENTLESS” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The UNIQUE narrative perspective SETS THIS APART from traditional thrillers” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The CHARACTERS are WELL-DRAWN and COMPLEX” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wow, I DEVOURED THIS book as I just loved the whole concept and thought it was EXTREMELY SMART” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I really, really HOPE THERE IS A FOLLOW UP book!” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’d highly recommend this book and I WISH I COULD READ IT AGAIN!” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I found myself RACING THROUGH” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ CREEPY AND TWISTY” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ GREAT STORYLINE” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The visitors and the back story just made it a WOW!” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I want to read MUCH MORE FROM THIS AUTHOR” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Definitely NEEDS TO BE ON other people’s READING LISTS” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A CHILLING psychological thriller that GRIPS READERS from its EERIE OPENING LINE” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The PSYCHOLOGICAL DEPTH is COMPELLING” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ WOAH! It’s been a while since I read a book in a day but this book REALLY CAPTIVATED ME” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I DID NOT EXPECT THAT ENDING. Loved loved loved it” “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ THIS BOOK IS FOR EVERYONE and each will find something different” - AUTHORS ARE SAYING … 'Original, gripping and captivating” NATASHA BOYDELL 'Such a compelling, emotional thriller' CARYS JONES 'Keeps twisting to the last page' DEBBIE HOWELLS 'I love a ticking-clock mystery, and The Voices didn't disappoint' ELEANOR BARKER-WHITE 'Brilliantly original. An Absolute MUST READ' JONATHAN WHITELAW 'I was disappointed when it was over' CHRIS McDONALD 'Intelligently plotted … Stunning' RHIANNON BARNSLEY"

Natalie Chandler (Author), Katherine Press, Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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Death in the Spires: A completely gripping and addictive historical mystery

"The newspapers called us the Seven Wonders. We were a group of friends, that's all, and then Toby died. Was killed. Murdered. 1905. A decade after the grisly murder of Oxford student Toby Feynsham, the case remains hauntingly unsolved. For Jeremy Kite, the crime not only stole his best friend, it destroyed his whole life. When an anonymous letter lands on his desk, accusing him of having killed Toby, Jem becomes obsessed with finally uncovering the truth. Jem begins to track down the people who were there the night Toby died - a close circle of friends once known as the 'Seven Wonders' for their charm and talent - only to find them as tormented and broken as himself. All of them knew and loved Toby at Oxford. Could one of them really be his killer? As Jem grows closer to uncovering what happened that night, his pursuer grows bolder, making increasingly terrifying attempts to silence him for good. Will exposing Toby's killer put to rest the shadows that have darkened Jem's life for so long? Or will the gruesome truth only put him in more danger? Some secrets are better left buried… From the bestselling, acclaimed author of The Magpie Lord and The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen comes a chilling historical mystery with a sting in the tail. You won't be able to put this gripping story down! What readers are saying about Death in the Spires: 'I completely adored this. Oh my god I can't even begin to explain how perfect I found this book. I can feel it sitting under my chest still.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I devoured this book in a few short hours, I was enthralled from beginning to end. This book reminded me of If We Were Villains, it read like a dark academia with a murder mystery twist.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolutely thrilling ''who done it'' set in 19th century Oxford, I could not put this book down.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A gripping murder mystery that skilfully reveals the next pieces of the puzzle to the reader... I wholeheartedly recommend KJ Charles' new book to fans of murder mysteries, dark academia… It is so worth it!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'That was masterful! KJ Charles has written another 5-star book.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Well-written characters you care about, and a satisfying ending. Fabulous!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'These characters got under my skin and will remain there for a long time. It's gripping, tense, and atmospheric, but also insightful and compassionate.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I found this book deeply moving, completely engrossing and 5+ stars and a Recommended Read if you have the heart for it.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is near perfection from all angles - as a multi-layered mystery, as a reflection on class and power, and as a thriller with romantic elements. This is a book the description of ''page-turner'' was made for.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Had me spinning the whole time figuring out who did it, and the pay-out was high. What an excellent job.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A book that grabs hold of you, holds on tight, and hauls you along, breathless at an ever-increasing speed until the end.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Death in the Spires swept me off my feet and broke my heart, then put it back together again.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Kj Charles (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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The Lifeline

"Two people. One life-changing connection. ‘At times joyful and funny, at others heartbreaking, The Lifeline is an honest yet hopeful exploration of love, loneliness and the power of connection. Captivating, romantic and real – I loved it.’ Holly Miller ‘I'll read anything Tom Ellen writes, but The Lifeline is particularly special. This is a sharp and swoony romcom with deft undercurrents of more serious topics such as grief, remorse, and the important of being truly seen, listened to, and understood by those we love. I loved it.’ Holly Bourne ☎️☎️☎️ Will is sleepwalking through life. He works a dead-end job and volunteers at an anonymous crisis line to avoid facing his own problems. Annie is sure she has her five-year plan all worked out. But when things start falling apart, she just needs someone who will listen… They’re practically strangers but soon Will and Annie rely on their regular phone calls, challenging each other to be brave and rebuild their lives. They’ve found connection in the most unlikely of places but is it possible to fall in love with someone you’ve never met? ☎️☎️☎️ Readers LOVE The Lifeline: 'Tender, funny and emotional' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I devoured it in a single day' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Will and Annie will stay with me for a long time' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolutely gorgeous and poignant novel' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Everything I wanted and more' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A truly inspiring read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The most perfect second chance romance' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Ripped my heart apart and put it back together again, piece by piece' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for lovers of: ☎️ Second chance romance ☎️ Invisible string theory ☎️ Slow burn"

Tom Ellen (Author), Katy Sobey, Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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A Cold Spell: A Human History of Ice

"Bloomsbury presents A Cold Spell by Max Leonard, read by Tom Lawrence. Taking us from the beginning of our story to the present day, A Cold Spell examines how ice has shaped our thoughts, actions and societies – and what it means for us that it is rapidly disappearing from our planet 'A warm-hearted tale of the bizarre, something to cuddle up with in the bleak midwinter . . . Astonishing' THE TIMES 'Bracingly original . . . As the earth warms threateningly, there could hardly be a more pertinent time for a story like this’ MICHAEL PALIN 'A book of limitless fascinations' OLIVIA LAING 'Brightly written, nimbly researched and really quite delightful' LITERARY REVIEW Ice has confounded, delighted and fascinated us since the first sparks of art and culture in Europe and it now underpins the modern world. Without ice, we would not feed ourselves or heal our sick as we do, and our towns and cities, countryside and oceans would look very different. Science would not have progressed along the avenues it did and our galleries and libraries would be missing many masterpieces. A Cold Spell uses this vital link to understanding our past to tell a surprising story of obsession, invention and adventure – how we have lived and dreamed, celebrated and traded, innovated, loved and fought over thousands of years. It brings together a sacrificial Incan mummy, Winston Churchill’s secret plans for unusual aircraft carriers, strange bones that shook Victorian beliefs about the world and a macabre journey into the depths of the human body. It is an original and unique way of looking at something that is literally all around us, whose loss confronts us daily in the news, but whose impact on our lives has never been fully explored. '[An] extraordinary, complete and utter history of the human experience of the cold stuff' JOHN LEWIS-STEMPEL, COUNTRY LIFE ‘A thought-provoking chronicle of humanity . . . Leonard consistently frames ice in surprising and insightful ways, and in doing so lends it a magical quality’ GEOGRAPHICAL"

Max Leonard (Author), Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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From Now On

"'This book has it all – joyous, heartbreaking, uplifting with a perfect ending – an utterly gorgeous escapist read!' Faith Hogan, bestselling author of The Ladies’ Midnight Swimming Club ‘Beautiful, emotional and full of heart’ Alex Brown, bestselling author of A Postcard from Italy ‘From Now On is a gorgeous, emotional story about love and second chances . . . Amelia's writing has real heart, so you get completely swept along in the story of this unconventional family . . . Heart-breaking and uplifting all at the same time’ Clare Swatman, bestselling author of Before We Grow Old ––- A heartbreaking tragedy. Charlie left his hometown behind years ago and hasn’t looked back since. These days, with a successful career and a beautiful soon-to-be fiancée, he couldn’t be happier. But when he receives some unexpected news, his life is forever changed. A life-changing choice. Suddenly things are falling apart, and now Charlie has to care for his family. How is he supposed to look after a heartbroken little brother and a sullen teenage sister who want nothing to do with him? He’s completely at a loss and knows he can’t do it alone – not without the help of his oldest friend, Pippa. The chance to start afresh. As Charlie steps back into his old life, he soon realises it’s not only his family who needs fixing, there’s also his relationship with Pippa too. But returning home is a painful reminder of all that he lost and tried so hard to forget. And if Charlie is to fight for what he wants, first he must face up to his own past and decide whether he is ready to let go… From Amelia Henley, comes a brand-new emotional and uplifting novel about family, love and the hard choices we face to protect the ones we love the most. ––- ‘Bittersweet, tender and uplifting. A wonderful exploration of love in all its forms and what family really means’ Nicola Gill, The Neighbours ‘Heartbreaking and uplifting. Love just pours from these pages’ Fay Keenan, New Beginnings at Roseford Hall ‘From Now On is a heartbreaking read with a sublime ending!’ Lisa Timoney, Her Daughter’s Secret"

Amelia Henley (Author), Rebecca Lee, Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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The Forgotten Bookshop in Paris

"A war-torn city. A dangerous secret. A shocking betrayal… Paris, 1940. War is closing in on the city of love. With his wife forced into hiding, Jacques must stand by and watch as the Nazis take away everything he holds dear. Everything except his last beacon of hope: his beloved bookshop, La Page Cachée. But when a young woman and her child knock on his door one night and beg for refuge, he knows his only option is to risk it all once more to save a life… Modern day. Juliette and her husband have finally made it to France on the romantic getaway of her dreams – but as the days pass, all she discovers is quite how far they’ve grown apart. She’s craving a new adventure, so when she happens across a tiny, abandoned shop with a for-sale sign in the window, it feels fated. And she’s about to learn that the forgotten bookshop hides a lot more than meets the eye… A heartbreaking tale of love and loss in war, perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Jennifer Chiaverini. Readers love The Forgotten Bookshop in Paris! ‘Oh my!!! This is one of those books you just can’t put down or stop thinking about. A must read.’ NetGalley reviewer, ‘One of my favourite reads of the year. The two timelines are seamlessly [woven] together… I loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer, ‘A truly wonderful read that you will not want to put down!’ NetGalley reviewer, ‘This book had me mesmerised from beginning to end. Highly recommended.’ NetGalley reviewer, ‘A heck of a good story filled with hope, and heartbreaking at the same time. Brilliantly written!’ NetGalley reviewer, ‘Such a stunning read! Five stars.’ NetGalley reviewer, ‘A truly riveting read. If you love historical fiction, this one ticks all the boxes. Five out of five!’ NetGalley reviewer,"

Daisy Wood (Author), Laurel Lefkow, Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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