Frances Quinn

When should my story begin? Not when I was born, a butcher's son, in a tiny cottage just like all the other tiny cottages in Oakham. Who'd have thought then that I'd ever have much of a story to tell? Perhaps it starts when people began to nudge each other and stare as I walked with my mother to market, or the first time someone whispered that we were cursed. But I didn't know then. No, I think my story begins on the day of the Oakham Fair, in the year of 1625. When I was ten years old and I found out what I was. Nat Davy is a dwarf. He is 10 years old, and all he wants is to be normal. After narrowly escaping being sold to a freak show by his father, Nat is presented to Queen Henrietta Maria - in a pie. She's 15, trapped in a loveless marriage to King Charles I, and desperately homesick. Nat becomes a friend to the woman who'll become the power behind the throne and trigger the Civil War, but in the eyes of the world he's still a pet, a doll to be dressed up and shown off. Nat longs to ride and hunt like the other boys at court. The real boys. But he will never be accepted. Loosely based on a true story, this epic tale spans 20 years; during which the war begins, Nat and the queen go on the run, Nat saves the queen's life, falls in love with the most beautiful girl at court, kills a man, is kidnapped by pirates and sold to a harem in Morocco. Told from his unique perspective as the smallest man in England, with the clever and engaging voice of a boy turned man yearning for acceptance, this story takes us on an unforgettable journey. He's England's smallest man, but his story is anything but small.

The Smallest Man

‘What a heroine Endurance Proudfoot is! I loved her from the start. An unconventional woman who takes us on a fascinating - if bumpy - ride through a man’s world. I laughed, cried and most of all cheered! Can’t stop thinking about it… an absolute cruncher of a tale’ Janice Hallett ​ It’s usual, they say, for a young person coming to London for the first time to arrive with a head full of dreams. Well, Endurance Proudfoot did not. When she stepped off the coach from Sussex, on a warm and sticky afternoon in the summer of 1757, it never occurred to her that the city would be the place where she’d make her fortune; she was just very annoyed to be arriving there at all. Meet Endurance Proudfoot, the bonesetter’s daughter: clumsy as a carthorse, with a tactless tongue and a face she’s sure only a mother could love. Durie only wants one thing in life – to follow her father and grandfather into the family business of bonesetting. It’s a physically demanding job, requiring strength, nerves of steel and discretion – and not the job for a woman. But Durie isn’t like other women. She’s strong and stubborn and determined to get her own way. And she finds that she has a talent at bonesetting – her big hands and lack of grace have finally found their natural calling. So, when she is banished to London with her sister, who is pretty, delicate and exactly the opposite to Durie in every way, Durie will not let it stop her realising her dreams. And while her sister will become one of the first ever Georgian celebrities, Durie will become England’s first and most celebrated female bonesetter. But what goes up must come down, and Durie’s elevated status may well become her undoing… Praise for That Bonesetter Woman: ‘Durie Proudfoot is a brilliant heroine: stubborn, flawed and so entertaining to spend time with. I loved every step of her journey, and Frances Quinn is fast becoming one of my favourite historical novelists’ Louise Hare ‘I adored every second of this book - historical fiction at its finest, and Quinn is a natural storyteller. Quirky, funny and original. Durie and her lions will stay with me’ Ericka Waller ‘I feel as if I left a little bit of my heart between the pages of this extraordinary book’ Nicola Gill ‘Filled with hope and humour, That Bonesetter Woman is a novel that truly champions the underdog. I devoured it with as much gusto as the inimitable heroine sets people’s bones’ Polly Crosby ‘That Bonesetter Woman is a wonderfully uplifting, charming, addictive and unusual story. Quinn delivers astute and acutely observed aspects of human behaviour delivered with great humour and compassion. Replace the coffee houses and newspaper scribblers with Twitter and YouTube and I’d say, not so much has changed!’ Louise Fein ‘Frances Quinn has done it again! Georgian London is vividly brought to life in a fast-paced story full of quirky characters, wry wit, warmth and wisdom. I was completely charmed!’ Anita Frank

the new feelgood novel from the author of The Smallest Man

That Bonesetter Woman

Trapped in an unhappy aristocratic marriage, Elinor Coombes sees only lonely days ahead of her. So a present from her father - tickets for the maiden voyage of a huge, luxurious new ship called the Titanic – offers a welcome escape from the cold, controlling atmosphere of her husband’s ancestral home, and some precious time with her little son, Teddy.  

When the ship goes down, Elinor realises the disaster has given her a chance to take Teddy and start a new life – but only if they can disappear completely, listed as among the dead. Penniless and using another woman’s name, she has to learn to survive in a world that couldn’t be more different from her own, and keep their secret safe. 

The Lost Passenger

Welcome to the British Ladies Football Club London, 1897. Minnie Newton – twenty-eight-year-old schoolteacher and women’s rights advocate – has a passion for football. But in Victorian society, football is a men's game. That is, until Minnie decides to take matters into her own hands and place an ad in the newspaper, asking for volunteers to join the first ever women’s football team. From a motley collection of replies, Minnie puts together a squad. Most of the women have never kicked a ball before – but a little thing like that isn’t about to stop them. And when they take the game public, it isn’t long before they are drawing huge crowds, stirring controversy across the capital and beyond. But Minnie is hiding an explosive secret. Soon, all the attention the club is getting begins to threaten the life she has built for herself. Can she walk the line between independence and safety, or will the truth about who she really is finally come out? And is the beautiful game enough to save her freedom? A story inspired by real-life Victorian trailblazers, who showed the world that women can do anything they put their minds to, even if the world around them says they can’t. PRAISE FOR FRANCES QUINN: ‘An uplifting, warmhearted, glorious romp of a novel where the underdogs triumph and the world is put to rights…Frances Quinn has such a talent for tackling serious historical topics with heart, humour, and humanity.' LOUISE FEIN ‘A triumphant, heart-lifting read about friendship, resilience, and rewriting the rules.’ NIKKI SMITH ‘Frances Quinn remains top of the historical fiction league with this feminist, feelgood page-turner’ PENNY BATCHELOR 'Packed with wit, humour, and warmth. Frances Quinn scores again.' EMILIA HART ‘A wonderful story of friendship and fulfilment’ MATSON TAYLOR ‘This funny, heart-warming story examines friendship, female power and what it really means to be an independent woman in Victorian England.' ELENI KYRIACOU, author of A Beautiful Way to Die ‘Full of heart and humour … a hymn to friendship and a celebration of female power’ NICOLA GILL ‘Frances Quinn is the Sarina Wiegman of historical fiction, producing a winner every time!’ TREVOR WOOD ‘Full of humour, friendship, and wonderful characters that leap off the page’ LOUISE HARE ‘Frances Quinn has effortlessly captured the spirit of an era in this delightful page-turner of a novel' JOANNA GLEN ‘Powerful and inspiring’ ANNA MAZZOLA ‘A compelling, heart-warming novel’ GILL PAUL ‘A beautifully written page-turner’ LILA CAIN ‘Utterly compelling’ ESSIE FOX ‘Immersive and intriguing’ HAZEL GAYNOR ‘A vivid, compelling, and immaculately researched story’ LUCY BARKER

A big-hearted, soul-lifting story of friendship, football and fighting for the life you want

The Scandalous Ladies Football Club

Catherine Elliott

This popular and well-established student textbook on contract law, now in its fifth edition, covers the subject comprehensively but concisely. It offers a clear and accurate explanation of the law of contract, presented in a systematic and logical order for learning and revision. The book is exceptionally accessible to students new to the subject.

Contract Law

When should my story begin? Not when I was born, a butcher's son, in a tiny cottage just like all the other tiny cottages in Oakham. Who'd have thought then that I'd ever have much of a story to tell? Perhaps it starts when people began to nudge each other and stare as I walked with my mother to market, or the first time someone whispered that we were cursed. But I didn't know then. No, I think my story begins on the day of the Oakham Fair, in the year of 1625. When I was ten years old and I found out what I was. Nat Davy is a dwarf. He is 10 years old, and all he wants is to be normal. After narrowly escaping being sold to the circus by his father, Nat is presented to Queen Henrietta Maria - in a pie. She's 15, trapped in a loveless marriage to King Charles I, and desperately homesick. Nat becomes a friend to the woman who'll become the power behind the throne and trigger the Civil War, but in the eyes of the world he's still a pet, a doll to be dressed up and shown off. Nat longs to ride and hunt like the other boys at court. The real boys. But he will never be accepted. Loosely based on a true story, this epic tale spans 20 years; during which the war begins, Nat and the queen go on the run, Nat saves the queen's life, falls in love with the most beautiful girl at court, kills a man, is left in exile. Told from his unique perspective as the smallest man in England, with the clever and engaging voice of a boy turned man yearning for acceptance, this story takes us on an unforgettable journey. He's England's smallest man, but his story is anything but small.

Now in its third edition, AS Law continues its clear explanation of the law, allowing students to enjoy learning, and providing a pathway to examination success. Throughout the text, critique of existing law, law reform proposals and commentary are discussed to stretch students understanding and give them the confidence to tackle essay and examination questions. Newspaper articles and photographs on topical cases are included, keeping the law fresh and engaging. The new edition includes the Constitutional Reform Act 2005 which introduces the radical constitutional reforms of the Labour governments and the increase police powers contained in the Serious Organised Crime Police Act 2005.

As Law

Elliott and Quinn

It is essential for students on law and commercial degree programmes to have a clear understanding of contract law, yet the subject can difficult to grasp for the newcomer. This book clarifies the essential concepts behind the law, making it easier for students to understand and apply the legal rules. Each chapter includes discussion of problems with the current law, helping the student to develop a critical and analytical approach. The book also considers the forces affecting contract law today, such as the increase of e-commerce and the growing impact of Europe, and how the law may need to reform to meet modern needs.

An exciting new textbook that provides a comprehensive and highly readable guide to everything a journalist needs to know about the law. Written by an award-winning journalist and experienced author, the book uses jargon-free language, making it easy to use for initial learning, revision and day-to-day reference.

Law for Journalists

Law for Journalists is a jargon-free introduction to media law and contains indispensable information suitable for those who are, or seek to become, newspaper, magazine, broadcasting and online journalists. It covers the content of most journalism courses including those accredited by the NCTJ.

Written by a working journalist with over 20 years’ experience, Law for Journalists is designed to equip you with a solid understanding of the day-to-day legal principles and practices you will need throughout your career. Suitable for use on courses accredited by the NCTJ and BCTJ, this book is packed full of practical tips and suggestions, making it a must-have guide to media law for journalism students, trainees and working journalists alike. New to this edition: ● Discussion of the first cases brought since the Defamation Act 2013 came into force, highlighting how the new provisions are being interpreted by the courts. ● Increased coverage of broadcast and online journalism, and social media. ● More detailed focus on the ethical codes of practice used by Ofcom and IPSO.

A Guide to Media Law

Elliott and Quinn's Tort Law

It's usual, they say, for a young person coming to London for the first time to arrive with a head full of dreams. Well, Endurance Proudfoot did not. When she stepped off the coach from Sussex, on a warm and sticky afternoon in the summer of 1757, it never occurred to her that the city would be the place where she'd make her fortune; she was just very annoyed to be arriving there at all. Meet Endurance Proudfoot, the bonesetter's daughter: clumsy as a carthorse, with a tactless tongue and a face she's sure only a mother could love. Durie only wants one thing in life - to follow her father and grandfather into the family business of bonesetting. It's a physically demanding job, requiring strength, nerves of steel and discretion - and not the job for a woman. But Durie isn't like other women. She's strong and stubborn and determined to get her own way. And she finds that she has a talent at bonesetting - her big hands and lack of grace have finally found their natural calling. So, when she is banished to London with her sister, who is pretty, delicate and exactly the opposite to Durie in every way, Durie will not let it stop her realising her dreams. And while her sister will become one of the first ever Georgian celebrities, Durie will become England's first and most celebrated female bonesetter. But what goes up must come down, and Durie's elevated status may well become her undoing... Praise for Frances Quinn's brilliant first novel, The Smallest Man: 'Nat Davy is so charming that I couldn't bear to put this book down. I loved it' Louise Hare 'A perfect fusion of history and invention... Nat's wit and humour make the poignancy of his story all the more powerful' Beth Morrey 'What a page-turner! A timely tale celebrating courage, determination and friendship' Anita Frank 'A perfectly formed masterpiece' C.S. Quinn 'I loved this book - a fascinating tale of extraordinary accomplishment, and a story about how anything is possible and how love has always been a beacon of hope' Phillip Schofield 'I found myself rooting for the Smallest Man in England from the very first page' Sonia Velton 'A beautiful, heartwarming tale, weaving history and fiction intricately and seamlessly... I loved this book' Louise Fein 'This book took me on an epic journey with a character that will always have a special place in my heart' Emma Cooper 'An engaging, compelling, thought-provoking story of a life less ordinary' Caroline Scott 'A beguiling and well-written tale' Ellen Alpsten 'I absolutely fell for the book's narrator: an ebullient character whose voice and world view I adored' Polly Crosby

The New Feelgood Novel from the Author of the Smallest Man

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Neil Taylor

Richard K. Coll

Michael Littledyke

This book presents an international perspective on health education and specifically the influence that context has on this aspect of education. The focus includes both formal and non-formal health education and the factors that impact upon its effectiveness, particularly in non-Western and non-English-speaking contexts (i.e., outside the UK, USA, Australia, NZ, etc.). An important feature of the book is that it draws upon the experiences and research of local experts, representing the perspectives of an extremely diverse cohort across the world (22 countries and 2 regions in total). The book addresses topics such as: the development and implementation of health education in different countries; the influence of political, cultural, societal or religious mores; governmental or ministerial drives; economic or other pressures driving curriculum reform; and the influence of external assessment regimes on health education. By embedding discussions of health education in local contexts and representing a diversity of perspectives on this important topic this book highlights both barriers and enablers to improving health education across the globe.

Health Education in Context: An International Perspective on Health Education in Schools and Local Communities

Chris Eames

Education for Sustainability is a key priority in today’s schools, as our society seeks to find a balance between environmental, social, cultural, political and economic imperatives that affect our future. As young children will become the next generation of adults, it is vital that they are educated about sustainability issues, so that they can learn to make informed decisions and take positive action for a sustainable world. Teachers are ideally placed to educate for sustainability issues, and indeed have a responsibility to do so. However, they often lack support and experience in this area, and constraints of current curriculum priorities can inhibit Education for Sustainability being taught effectively in many classrooms. Educating for Sustainability in Primary Schools: Teaching for the Future addresses this problem by showing how Education for Sustainability can be developed within and across all areas of the primary curriculum in the Australian and New Zealand contexts. The book provides a range of educational approaches and examples of activities to support teachers in addressing national requirements for teaching the major primary curriculum learning areas, while simultaneously educating for sustainability. This integrative approach to primary education can promote knowledge of, positive attitudes towards and suitable action for sustainability in relevant, meaningful, enjoyable and creative ways. This book is a valuable resource for all primary teachers who wish to make a real difference to educating children for the future.

Teaching for the Future

Educating for Sustainability in Primary Schools

Elliott & Quinn's Contract Law is the number one choice if you are a law student looking for a contract law textbook which provides: *Straightforward coverage of the fundamental legal principles written by a well-known author team known for making the subject easy to understand without compromising on academic rigour. *Succinct coverage of all key cases and their principles and implications and the opportunity to practise applying these to exam style questions. *An understanding of how the law operates in the real world and an overview of future reform options to help you develop your own views on the effectiveness of the current laws. This 12th edition also includes: A new 'The Bigger Picture' feature which highlights the legal issues behind high profile news stories helping you to see the real-world application of the law. New essay and problem questions, with answer guidance also available online to support your revision. Revamped end of chapter summaries, for easy revision. Free access to a companion website with additional resources to support your study, available at www.pearsoned.co.uk/elliottquinn.

Elliott and Quinn's Contract Law

Frances Quinn wowed the judges with her imaginative showstoppers and extraordinary baking skill to win The Great British Bake Off in 2013. Here is Quinntessential Baking: a treasure trove of inspirational ideas to bring a spark of creativity and a teaspoon of wonder into your kitchen. Frances' combination of ideas and ingredients will provide you with straightforward master recipes or 'building blocks', and she explains how to apply a little magic to turn them into beautiful bakes. She'll show you how to take a basic flapjack recipe and create honey bee bites; transform shortbread into a giant jammy dodger; and turn chocolate sponge into hidden bulb cakes. Frances will give you the foundation to create distinctive and different bakes – and it's easy once you know how. Whether you're a baking novice or an extraordinaire, you'll find achievable bakes for all occasions. With striking, graphic design and photography and Frances' own illustrations sprinkled throughout, this book will capture your imagination and become the classic you turn to for definitive cake recipes, original designs and quintessential baking ideas.

Quinntessential Baking

The ideal student textbook, Criminal Law combines the authors’ trademark clarity of writing with coverage of the key topics, case law and statutes that you’ll need to understand in your study of this fascinating subject. Written and designed for use on an LLB or GDL programme, the book also highlights areas of academic debate, criticisms of the current law and reform options.

Frances Quinn

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