Alison Maloney Knihy

Each beautifully illustrated spread in this book explores an aspect of fairy lore, from Fairyland to fairy magic and mischief.

It's fairyland magic--with a little help from modern-day technology! Open this book, hold it up your computer's webcam, touch a key, and watch a pretty fairy come to life. From out of the pages will fly the fairy queen; a woodland fairy, flapping its wings and playing a flute; a gentle flower fairy, and another who will land on your hand. Each spread contains three animations that will take children into a new dimension, while the fascinating text reveals secret details of the fairy realm. No Internet required!

Packed with fun activities that mums and children can enjoy indoors and out, this book shows how to start your own slime factory; have a go at giddy running; make your very own teddy mascot; set sail with orange jelly boats; deck the halls with homemade garlands; have bags of fun with an old pair of jeans; and, rustle up a leafy autumn scene.

Grannyhood is often approached with dread by the soon-to-be granny, but The Grannies' Book gives reason to embrace and celebrate this wonderful role. Devoted to grandmothers in every shape and form, The Grannies' Book Tips and suggestions for maintaining one's 'best gran' status; Famous grannies from history, literature and folklore; Checklists of things expected of a granny; Ideas for things to do with grandchildren; Secrets that all grandmothers should know. Decorated with lovely black-and-white illustrations throughout, this is a beautiful gift for every wonderful and much-loved granny.

For lovers of the glamour and scandal of the roaring twenties and the millions of fans eagerly anticipating the return of Downton Abbey (the third season opens in the twenties), an illustrated lifestyle guide to the fashion, the parties, the notrious personalities, and all the glittering trappings from the unforgettable era of the flapper.Bright Young Things is a perfect guide to the roaring twenties--hot jazz and hotter all-night dance halls, high society's scandalous exploits, fresh new fashions, Prohibition cocktails, costume parties, and of course, the notorious flapper. Decorated throughout with art deco illustrations and packaged in a beautiful foil-stamped case, this book looks stunning resting on a coffee table and makes a fabulous gift.

Often described as "the better half" of the husband-and-wife team, the role of wife is sacred and wide-ranging. The Wives' Book celebrates all the quirks, traditions, and achievements of wifehood, including fascinating stories of wives throughout history, imaginative ways of celebrating wedding anniversaries, humorous and thought provoking quotes from literature, heartwarming tales from real-life wives, and practical advice for keeping your household shipshape and running like a dream. Delightfully informative and beautifully packaged, this is a lovely celebration of marriage and a great gift for all brides.

This biography explores Colin Firth's journey from his iconic role as Mr. Darcy in the 1995 BBC adaptation of "Pride and Prejudice" to becoming a Hollywood star. It covers his early life in Nigeria and his escape to Canada with actress Meg Tilly, uncovering intriguing aspects of his life.

Auch der besten Mutter mangelt es ab und zu an zündenden Einfällen. Oder sie braucht ein wenig Unterstützung. Als Ideenlieferant ist Alison Maloneys Buch unschlagbar und Erste Hilfe für brenzlige oder nicht so brenzlige Situationen gibt es reichlich. Geschrieben mit typisch englischem Humor enthält es Geschichten über die Höhen und Tiefen im Leben einer Mutter, Rezepte für großartige Torten sowie nützliche Tipps, wie man die lieben Kleinen bei Laune halten kann. Aber weil Mama nicht nur Mama ist und hin und wieder ihre Batterie aufladen muss, gibt es herrliche Cocktailrezepte und leicht realisierbare Vorschläge, wie sie sich selbst schöne Stunden ganz ohne familiären Anhang schenken kann. Die im Text eingestreute Schwarz-Weiß-Zeichnungen im Stil der 50er Jahre runden diesen etwas anderen Mütterratgeber ab.

Der Duft von Mamas frisch gebackenen Plätzchen erfüllte die Küche. Aber was war das? Alle weg? Erlebe mit, wie Detektiv Daniel der Spur der verschwundenen Kekse folgt und zahlreiche Tatverdächtige unter die Lupe nimmt.

Tips en ideeën voor het spelen en leuk omgaan met de kleinkinderen.

Anekdotes, adviezen en wetenswaardigheden voor getrouwde vrouwen.