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(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 7-10 working days once ordered) It's Donna's birthday in a few days, but her parents just can't afford to throw her a big bash. To make matters worse, people are acting strangely around her. Her two older sisters don't want to come to her childish party, and the Sisters don't seem to want to talk about her birthday at all! Has Donna done something wrong? 'Odd One Out' is part of the Siti's Sisters Series, in a set of six light-hearted fiction books designed to have particular appeal to girls. Siti and her friends are four girls who experience all sorts of life issues in this engrossing series. They are ideal for touching the hearts of young girls and always a great read. Each fast moving story is around 1200 - 1500 words in length, with tightly controlled vocabulary and contemporary black and white illustrations throughout to help readers engage and follow the narrative. Published by Ransom Publishing, the books are designed to appeal to reluctant readers aged 10 - 14 with a reading age of 7 - 8 years. There are a further 18 books in the total series. Format:Paperback Pages:36

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days First World War espionage was a fascinating and dangerous affair, spawning widespread paranoia in its clandestine wake. The hysteria of the age, stoked by those within the British establishment who sought to manipulate popular panic, meant there was no shortage of suspects. Exaggerated claims were rife: some 80,000 Germans were supposedly hidden all over Britain, just waiting for an impending (and imagined) invasion. No one could be trusted - Against this backdrop, as head of Scotland Yard's Criminal Investigation Department, it was Basil Thomson's responsibility to hunt, arrest and interrogate the potential German spies identifi ed by the nascent British intelligence services. Thomson's story is an extraordinary compendium of sleuthing and secrets from a real-life Sherlock Holmes, following the trails of the many specimens he tracked, including the famous dancer, courtesan and spy, Mata Hari. Yet his activities gained him enemies, as did his criticism of British intelligence, his ambition to control MI5 and his efforts to root out left-wing revolutionaries - which would ultimately prove to be the undoing of his career. Odd People is the insightful and wittily observed account of Thomson's incomparably exciting job, offering us a rare glimpse into the dizzying world of spies and the mind of the detective charged with foiling their elaborate plots. The Dialogue Espionage Classics series began in 2010 with the purpose of bringing back classic out-of-print spy stories that should never be forgotten. From the Great War to the Cold War, from the French Resistance to the Cambridge Five, from Special Operations to Bletchley Park, this fascinating spy history series includes some of the best military, espionage and adventure stories ever told. Features Summary Odd People is a wittily observed portrait of a paranoid country, part of the Dialogue Espionage Classics Series. Author Basil Thomson Publisher Biteback Publishing Release date 20141223 Pages 336 ISBN 1-84954-797-1 ISBN 13 978-1-84954-797-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Hilarious stories and advice about the ups and downs of growing up, from a popularYouTube artist and storyteller. Like any shy teen turned young adult, YouTube star James Rallison ("The Odd 1s Out") is used to being on the outside looking in. He wasn't partying in high school or winning football games like his older brother. Instead, he posted comics on the Internet. Now, he's ready to share his hard-earned advice from his 21 years of life in the funny, relatable voice his fans love. In this illustrated collection, Rallison tells his own stories of growing up as the "odd one out": in art class with his twin sister (she was more talented), in the middle school locker room, and up to one strange year of college (he dropped out). Each story is filled with the little lessons he picked up along the way, serious and otherwise, like: * How to be cool (in seventh grade) * Why it's OK to be second-best at something, and * How to survive your first, confidence-killing job interviews Filled with fan-favorite comics and never-before-seen material, this tongue-in-cheek take on some of the weirdest, funniest parts of life is perfect for both avid followers and new converts. Features Summary Hilarious stories and advice about the ups and downs of growing up, from a popularYouTube artist and storyteller. Like any shy teen turned young adult... Author James R Allison Publisher Speak Release date 20180724 Pages 240 ISBN 0-14-313180-X ISBN 13 978-0-14-313180-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Yes, the Odd Squad have gathered together their funniest funnies and crammed as much mirth and merriment into each page as is allowed by European Law. Be warned - when grumpy old gits read this, they may experience some side effects such as spontaneous cackling, spraying beer through teeth and the occasional follow-through. ODD SQUAD UPDATE The Odd Squad have relaunched their greetings card range to great success in a new recession defying 'Minis' range, selling alongside the main brand in WH Smiths and Clinton Cards in over 1000 outlets across the UK. The Odd Squad is also a top seller on the newly launched Dog's Doodahs web store, which features personalised greeting cards and merchandise. Dog's Doodahs is now one of the major players in online personalised greetings stores. The Odd Squad is also available via JEEGO, an online app store featuring mobile clips and animations, where it is one of the bestsellers in the humour category. Soon to be launched - The Odd Squad's very own app with built in books, fart machine and poo cam! Features Summary The Odd Squad are on a mission - a mission from Odd: to cheer up the grumpy old gits of the world and turn their saggy frowns into sunshine and smiles! Author Allan Plenderleith (Author), Allan Plenderleith (Illustrator) Publisher Ravette Publishing Ltd Release date 20111006 Pages 40 ISBN 1-84161-360-6 ISBN 13 978-1-84161-360-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days The seventh and final Odd Thomas thriller from the master storyteller. The future is haunting Odd Thomas. The carnival has returned to Pico Mundo, the same one that came to town when Odd was just sixteen. Odd is drawn to an arcade tent where he discovers Gypsy Mummy, the fortune-telling machine that told him that he and Stormy Llewellyn were destined to be together forever. But Stormy is dead and Pico Mundo is under threat once more. History seems to be repeating itself as Odd grapples with a satanic cult intent on bringing destruction to his town. An unseasonal storm is brewing, and as the sky darkens and the sun turns blood-red, it seems that all of nature is complicit in their plans. Meanwhile Odd is having dreams of a drowned Pico Mundo, where the submerged streetlamps eerily light the streets. But there's no way Pico Mundo could wind up underwater... could it? Features Summary The seventh and final Odd Thomas thriller from the master storyteller. Author Dean Koontz Publisher HarperCollinsPublishers Release date 20150702 Pages 418 ISBN 0-00-752015-8 ISBN 13 978-0-00-752015-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Steven, who wants his numbers even, is upset when Cousin Todd, who likes things odd, puts one row of plants in Steven's even garden. Features Summary Math is often a difficult subject for young readers. However, the Hello Math Reader series makes learning about math fun. In this latest title, a mismatched pair--Even Steven and Odd Todd--through their differing number preferences... Author Kathryn Cristaldi (Author), Hank Morehouse (Illustrator) Publisher Scholastic US Release date 19960414 Pages 40 ISBN 0-590-22715-7 ISBN 13 978-0-590-22715-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Perfect for fans of Goodnight, Already! and You Will Be My Friend, this is a classic and quirky story of finding friendship where you least expect it, from the author/illustrator of The Blobfish Book and Shark Detective. Karl and Hazel are polar bears. They are not friends. Until...CRAAACCKKK! Of all the polar bears, Karl is stuck with one who doesn't like to talk. Of all the polar bears, Hazel is stuck with the one who talks too much. And now they're drifting out to sea together...Also includes fun facts and resources about polar bears and the Arctic. Features Summary When Karl and Hazel find themselves alone together on a small ice floe, they learn to appreciate and like each other despite their differences. Author Jessica Olien (Author), Jessica Olien (Illustrator) Publisher Balzer and Bray Release date 20170103 Pages 40 ISBN 0-06-245177-4 ISBN 13 978-0-06-245177-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days Familiarisation with 11+ test-style questions is a critical step in preparing your child for the CEM 11+ tests. This range of Quick Practice Tests gives children lots of opportunity to test themselves in short bursts, helping to build confidence and ensure test success. Each test is timed to reflect the timed sections often used in the CEM exam paper to help prepare children for working under time pressure. A wide range of CEM-style question types is included: Figure Matrices, Figure Similarities, 3D Spatial Reasoning: Perspectives and Cubes, Figure Reflection, Odd one out, Codes and Figure Analogies. Features Summary Familiarisation with 11+ test-style questions is a critical step in preparing your child for the CEM 11+ tests. This range of Quick Practice Tests gives children lots of opportunity to test themselves in short bursts... Author Letts 11+ (Author), Philip McMahon (Author) Publisher Letts Educational Ltd Release date 20170206 Pages 80 ISBN 1-84419-895-2 ISBN 13 978-1-84419-895-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days Familiarisation with 11+ test-style questions is a critical step in preparing your child for the CEM 11+ tests. This range of Quick Practice Tests gives children lots of opportunity to test themselves in short bursts, helping to build confidence and ensure test success.Each test is timed to reflect the timed sections often used in the CEM exam paper to help prepare children for working under time pressure.A wide range of CEM-style question types are included: Comprehension, Cloze, Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, Odd one out, Shuffled sentences, Unnecessary words, Missing letters, Grammar, Spelling. Features Summary Familiarisation with 11+ test-style questions is a critical step in preparing your child for the CEM 11+ tests. This range of Quick Practice Tests gives children lots of opportunity to test themselves in short bursts... Author Letts 11+ (Author), Philip McMahon (Author) Publisher Letts Educational Ltd Release date 20161001 Pages 80 ISBN 1-84419-891-X ISBN 13 978-1-84419-891-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A brand-new story starring the unlikely best friends of The Butterfly Club, published specially for World Book Day 2017, from much-loved and bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson. Selma can't wait to go on holiday with her best friend forever, Tina. But a holiday with Tina means a holiday with her triplet sisters, too - and it's not long before Selma feels like the odd one out. Can their shared love of butterflies bring Selma and Tina together again? Features Summary A brand-new story starring the unlikely best friends of The Butterfly Club, published specially for World Book Day 2017, from much-loved and bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson... Author Jacqueline Wilson Publisher Corgi Childrens Release date 20170216 Pages 80 ISBN 0-552-57622-0 ISBN 13 978-0-552-57622-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days This romping, rhyming novelty book is full of odd animals and yucky flap reveals. A little boy watches as ALL SORTS of animals are swallowed up by a very hungry anaconda. But if that anaconda swallows a boy, an alligator, a stork, a piranha, a frog, a skink AND a tick...will she be sick? Features Summary This romping, rhyming novelty book is full of odd animals and yucky flap reveals. One little boy watches as ALL SORTS of animals are swallowed up by a very hungry anaconda... Author Jane Clarke (Author), Emma Dodd (Illustrator) Publisher Nosy Crow Ltd Release date 20160901 Pages 24 ISBN 0-85763-692-8 ISBN 13 978-0-85763-692-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days `Rain, rain, go away,' said Anthea; `but it never DOES go' I expect you know how boring it can be to stay indoors on rainy days. it was on one of those dull days that the five children accidentally set their nursery on fire (with fireworks). No one thought that that disastrous day would bring the start of new adventures. But the new nursery carpet, when it arrives, comes with something odd wrapped inside it: an enormous glowing egg. And inside is the most beautiful bird you've ever seen - in fact, not a bird: a noble and fabulous phoenix. New adventures just might have begun... Includes exclusive content: In the Backstory you can ponder what you would wish for and find out which character you most resemble! Vintage Children's Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Features Summary No one thought that that disastrous day would bring the start of new adventures. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Author E. Nesbit Publisher Vintage Classics Release date 20170815 Pages 304 ISBN 1-78487-305-5 ISBN 13 978-1-78487-305-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days When Flowkwee goes to planet Earth on a mission, he has to stay disguised--as a small Earthling called Nigel, with only one head and four appendages But that's not all. His personal mission is to go to a school every day to collect Earthlings to "improve." Nigel knows he has to act dumb around the Earthlings, so in math class he pretends he only knows his times table up to two million and six times nine, and in literacy class he pretends to read like a newborn Faathing baby. Earthling life is totally weird to Nigel--the odd removable skins Earthlings wear called "clothes" and the funny paint on his mom's face called "makeup"--but in some ways Earth is even better than planet Faa. Earth is full of cool sounds made up of all different pitches and noises called "music," and Earthlings get gifts every year on their birthdays, just for being alive But while Nigel starts to embrace his Earthling self, in the background lurks a coming invasion that his dad keeps talking about. The first time in paperback, "Letters from an Alien Schoolboy" is sure to delight even the most reluctant readers as Earthling kids giggle their way through Nigel's gaffes and escapades. This is a fantastic gift for girls and boys ages eight to twelve Features Summary When Flowkwee goes to planet Earth on a mission, he has to stay disguised--as a small Earthling called Nigel, with only one head and four appendages But that's not all... Author Ros Asquith Publisher Sky Pony Press Release date 20150124 Pages 192 ISBN 1-62914-614-5 ISBN 13 978-1-62914-614-0

 In Good Condition   Don DeLillo looks into the mind and heart of a "defense intellectual," one of the men involved in the management of the country's war machine. Don DeLillo has been "wierdly prophetic about twenty-first-century America" (The New York Times Book Review). In his earlier novels, he has written about conspiracy theory, the Cold War and global terrorism. Now, in Point Omega, he looks into the mind and heart of a "defense intellectual," one of the men involved in the management of the country's war machine.  Richard Elster was a scholar — an outsider — when he was called to a meeting with government war planners, asked to apply "ideas and principles to such matters as troop deployment and counterinsurgency."  We see Elster at the end of his service. He has retreated to the desert, "somewhere south of nowhere," in search of space and geologic time. There he is joined by a filmmaker, Jim Finley, intent on documenting his experience. Finley wants to persuade Elster to make a one-take film, Elster its single character — "Just a man and a wall." Weeks later, Elster's daughter Jessica visits — an "otherworldly" woman from New York, who dramatically alters the dynamic of the story. The three of them talk, train their binoculars on the landscape and build an odd, tender intimacy, something like a family. Then a devastating event throws everything into question.  In this compact and powerful novel, it is finally a lingering human mystery that haunts the landscape of desert and mind.

Love is in the air - but what does that mean for Greg Heffley? A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned Greg's world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects either, but that's small consolation. Then an unexpected twist gives Greg a partner for the dance and leaves Rowley the odd man out. But a lot can happen in one night, and in the end you never know who's going to be lucky in love...

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Love is in the air - but what does that mean for Greg Heffley? A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned Greg's world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects either, but that's small consolation. Then an unexpected twist gives Greg a partner for the dance and leaves Rowley the odd man out. But a lot can happen in one night, and in the end you never know who's going to be lucky in love... Features Summary A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's school has turned his world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night... Author Jeff Kinney Publisher Puffin Release date 20140130 Pages 240 ISBN 0-14-134574-8 ISBN 13 978-0-14-134574-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days How do you do the right thing when there are only bad choices to be made? A neutral capital straddling Europe and Asia, Istanbul survived WW2 as a magnet for refugees and spies, trafficking in secrets and lies rather than soldiers. Expatriate American businessman Leon Bauer was drawn into this shadow world, doing undercover odd jobs and courier runs in support of the Allied war effort. Now as the espionage community begins to pack up and an apprehensive city prepares for the grim realities of postwar life, Leon is given one last routine assignment. But when the job goes fatally wrong - an exchange of gunfire, a body left in the street, and a potential war criminal in his hands - Leon is plunged into a nightmarish tangle of intrigue, shifting loyalties and moral uncertainty. Rich with atmosphere and period detail, Istanbul Passageis the story of a man swept up in the dawn of the Cold War, of an unexpected love affair, and of a city as deceptive as the calm surface waters of the Bosphorus that divides it. Features Summary A gripping tale of a US undercover agent in 1945 Istanbul who descends into a murky cat-and-mouse world of compromise and betrayal Author Joseph Kanon Publisher Simon & Schuster Release date 20131121 Pages 404 ISBN 1-4711-3505-5 ISBN 13 978-1-4711-3505-7

  (W) Rick Remender (A/CA) John Romita   Thrust into a bizarre, inhospitable world far from home, the all-new, high-adventure, mind-melting, tough-as-nails, sci-fi, pulp-fantasy era of Captain America starts NOW! Arnim Zola's ambitions leave Captain America stranded in the upside-down territory known as Dimension Z. With no country and no allies, what's left for the Sentinel of Liberty to protect? Just the one thing his foe values most: Zola's son! Steve has saved the boy's life, but can he keep him alive against the savage barbarians of Phrox - with the fate of a world hinging on his victory? And when Zola's terrible experiments on the indigenous creatures give birth to a terrible new foe, the Odd War of Dimension Z begins! Collecting CAPTAIN AMERICA (2012) #1-5.

Paperback. English. Penguin. 2008. In good condition. Charlie Fraser. For some, just a name, just a boy. For some, not even a remarkable boy. Just one of the good fellows in the House with a particular facility with a rugby ball. Call it devotion. It was as good a word as any. Why Charlie? Why not Dan or Mac or dear old Sparrow? Herbert only knew it to be so - for Charlie Fraser, despite his odd detachment, had presence. Presence. And whatever presence was, it ensured absolute devotion...The year is 1913, the place a boys' school in colonial South Africa. For every boy, the heart of the school is his own House, his Housemaster and his particular Hero. And, for every newboy coming through the and hallowed doors, there are two commandments. The first: Silence and Denial. The second: not to fail at Footer. Validation lies in honouring these at whatever cost.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours A mutilated body in Crawley. A killer on the loose. The prime suspect is one Robert Weil, possibly an associate of the twisted wizard known as the Faceless Man. Or maybe just a garden-variety serial killer. Before apprentice wizard and Police Constable Peter Grant can even get his head 'round the case, two more are dropped in his lap: a town planner has gone under a tube train, and there's a stolen grimoire for Grant to track down. So far, so London. But then Peter gets word of something very odd happening on a housing estate designed by a nutter, built by charlatans, and inhabited by the truly desperate. Is there a connection? And if there is, why oh why did it have to be South of the River—in the jurisdiction of some pretty prickly local river spirits? Features Summary From the author of RIVERS OF LONDON - the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling PC Peter Grant series returns with something dark south of the river... Author Ben Aaronovitch Publisher Gollancz Release date 20140615 Pages 357 ISBN 0-575-13248-5 ISBN 13 978-0-575-13248-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Written by bestselling author Boris Starling, The French is one of the new titles for 2017 in the Haynes Explains series. A light-hearted and entertaining take on the classic workshop manual, it contains everything you'd expect to see including exploded views, flow charts, fault diagnosis and the odd wiring diagram. It takes the reader through all areas of French life, giving all the hints and tips needed to make cross-channel relationships run smoothly. Features Summary Written by bestselling author Boris Starling, The French is a new titles in the Haynes Explains series. A light-hearted and entertaining take on the classic workshop manual... Author Boris Starling Publisher J H Haynes & Co Ltd Release date 20170829 Pages 40 ISBN 1-78521-154-4 ISBN 13 978-1-78521-154-6

Hardback. English. HarperCollins. 2002. In good condition. From the Number One international bestselling author of Jurassic Park comes this classic Crichton page-turner, weaving together heart-pounding thrills with cutting-edge technology. In California, odd things are happening to unemployed scientist Jack Forman. His children tell Jack that strange men have visited the house. And Julia, his wife, isn't helping

Paperback. English. Penguin. 1974. In fair/good condition. Lord Copper, newspaper magnate and proprietor of the Daily Beast, has always prided himself on his intuitive flair for spotting ace reporters. That is not to say he has not made the odd blunder, however, and may in a moment of weakness make another.Acting on a dinner-party tip from Mrs Algernon Smith, he feels convinced that he has hit on just the chap to cover a promising little war in the African Republic of Ishmaelia. One of Waugh's most exuberant comedies, Scoop is a brilliantly irreverentsatire of Fleet Street and its hectic pursuit of hot news.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days `After I finished this book I alarmed my family by going into the garden and climbing the apple tree.' - Damian Whitworth, The Times `One of the publishing sensations of the year... For anyone who has ever felt a little overwhelmed in a big city, or wanted to step out of the rat race for an hour or two, Jack Cooke will be something of an inspiration.' - Robert Hardman, Daily Mail A wonderful cocktail of engaging writing, beautiful illustration and heartfelt appreciation for the natural world. An essential oddity for any book collection. In this charming, witty and exquisitely illustrated companion, Jack Cooke explores the city through its canopy; teetering on the edge of an oak's branches, scurrying up a Scots pine, spying views from the treetops that few have ever had the chance to see. He takes us through the parks, over the canals and rivers and into secret gardens on his journey sometimes only ten foot above the street. Part guidebook, part meditation on the consolations of nature, The Tree Climber's Guide is as uniquely odd, alluring and motley as the trees themselves. It is a journey into the tangle of bark and branches that surround us all and a welcome reminder that the best things in life are free - they just sometimes require a step in the right direction. Features Summary `After I finished this book I alarmed my family by going into the garden and climbing the apple tree.' - Damian Whitworth, The Times Author Jack Cooke Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Release date 20170420 Pages 288 ISBN 0-00-815760-X ISBN 13 978-0-00-815760-9

284 PAGE SOFT COVER ABOUT THE AMAZING TRUE STORY OF THIS PRISON ON THE ROCK AND THE ATTEMPT TO ESCAPE.ODD WEAR IN PLACES BUT SCARCE SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR WHO`S FATHER WAS ONE OF THE GUARDS AT THE PRISON.POSTAGE WILL BE R80.00 ON THIS BOOK-NO COMBINATION SENDING WITHOUT DISCUSSING WITH THE SELLER.                                                                                         

Book and wrapper in very good condition - published by Hutchinson in 1972. >>>    A bittersweet coming of age account of John Bowers' year and a half at a highly unconventional writer's colony run by James Jones and Lowney Handy in Marshall, Illinois.   The Colony.  It was 1952 and James Jones had just published from Here to Eternity, a huge best seller that had taken the country by storm. His larger-than-life mentor, a formidable Midwest housewife by the name of Lowney Handy, set up a "writer's colony" in Marshall, Illinois, funded in large part by the proceeds of Eternity, to train an odd assortment of rules: no women; members literally copied pages from masters such as Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and Dos Passos; no radios, newspapers, or TV; meals were Spartan; a neophyte moved from a tent to a barracks-like room if he abided by the rules; mail was scrutinized as in the Soviet Union; about every month members were let loose in Terre Haute for brothel time in Cherry Street and epic toots. *N.B.*   If you buy more than one book from me you only pay R 6 postage on each additional book – see what else I have to offer, it might be worth your while.