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Cool Your Mind with the Power of a Good Book
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Books have a wonderful way of transporting us somewhere else. On the hottest days, why not let your imagination do some of the cooling?
Swap the blazing sunshine for crashing waves, refreshing rivers, windswept coastlines and misty mountain lakes. Immerse yourself in stories that celebrate water, wild weather and Britain's spectacular landscapes. You might not be able to lower the temperature outside, but you can certainly escape it for a while.
Whether you're exploring dramatic coastlines, sailing across open water, wandering beside waterfalls or feeling the sea breeze through the pages of a beautifully illustrated book, reading can be the perfect antidote to a sweltering afternoon. -
Country Diary Wales
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Let Country Diary: Wales carry you away on a seasonal journey through the Welsh landscape. Join John Gilbey on a series of walks along Wales' stunning coastline, where cool salty breezes sweep across windswept clifftops, wildflowers dance in the sea air, autumn leaves crunch beneath your feet and gentle coastal mists drift across the shore.
It's the perfect reminder that, whatever the weather outside your window, nature is always ready to refresh the mind. -
Wonders of the Celtic Deep
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If the thought of crystal-clear water sounds appealing, dive beneath the waves with Wonders of the Celtic Deep. Based on the acclaimed BBC series, this beautifully illustrated book explores the extraordinary marine life found around the Welsh coast.
Discover colourful underwater habitats and fascinating sea creatures as you immerse yourself in one of Britain's coolest environments. -
Angela Gray's Summer Recipes
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Sometimes the best way to beat the heat is from the kitchen. Angela Gray's Summer Recipes is packed with fresh, seasonal dishes that celebrate the best ingredients of summer. Think crisp salads, light lunches, refreshing desserts and cool drinks—perfect for warm days spent eating outdoors.
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Ebb and Flo and the New Boat
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Set sail with Eb and Flo as gentle waves lap against the shore, boats bob peacefully on the water and seabirds wheel overhead. This much-loved story captures everything we love about a day by the sea and is perfect for readers dreaming of cooler coastal adventures.
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Ceri & Deri: Pudding for Dessert
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Perhaps reading about puddings is enough to get you dreaming of ice cream, frozen yoghurt, fruity sorbets and ice-cold lollies. Ceri and Deri, the popular children’s picture book written and illustrated by Max Low, is a lively and humorous tale of disagreement, working together and compromise.
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You and Rabbit Make a Snowman
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When all else fails, imagine winter! This charming interactive board book invites little readers into a snowy world of frosty adventures, crunchy snow underfoot and snowmen waiting to be built. It's the perfect way to think cool thoughts on even the hottest afternoon.
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Blow, Wind, Blow!
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A welcome breeze can transform a scorching summer's day. Find a shady spot beneath a tree and enjoy Dom Conlon's beautifully written and illustrated celebration of the wind. Gentle, lyrical and full of movement, it's almost enough to make you feel the breeze on your face.
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Whether you're dreaming of cool coastal walks, diving beneath the waves, wandering beside flowing rivers or even escaping into a snowy wonderland, the right book can transport you somewhere wonderfully refreshing.
After all, if you can't find a cool breeze outside, you can always find one between the pages of a good book. -