New Releases by Caroline Young

Every year. Every significant moment. Every groundbreaking collection. This is the sweeping story of the iconic House of Chanel, from its foundation to its future. When Coco Chanel founded her maison, she was starting a fashion revolution. From her innovative inventions in sportswear and jersey fashions for women, to the classics that made her name, such as the Chanel cardigan jacket, little black dress and exquisite perfumes, all the way through Karl Lagerfeld''s stewardship and to the present, this exquisitely illustrated history of the house explores every milestone that has made Chanel a legendary name. Each year will be explored through photographs and illustrations of the key outfits, fragrances and accessories, developments in the themes and design direction of the pieces, and expert deep dives into the presentations, reception in the fashion world and wider significance in the story of fashion. Discover over a century of style in this definitive new series.

Marilyn Monroe is one of the most cherished film stars and celebrated icons of American popular culture. The intrigue that surrounds her life and death continues to fascinate us today as the centenary of her birth approaches. This book follows the narrative of Marilyn''s life through a chronology of her 30 films and the stories behind the scenes. From her early days as Norma Jeane and her roles in films such as Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! (1948) to her scene-stealing characters in movies such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), she cemented a career as one of the most popular stars in the world. From romantic comedies and musicals to setting up her own production company, she never failed to captivate audiences. However, this was not without its challenges and Marilyn''s personal struggles intensified in the later years, particular with films such as Let''s Make Love (1960) and Misfits (1961). Through 9 chapters and 4 standalone ''breakout'' spreads on themes such as the costume designs of Travilla and Jean Louis, this is a tribute to her legacy. With a beautiful design and stunning images, this book is a celebration of the image and style of Marilyn through her life and the stories behind the movies she made.

A tribute to and examination of the contributions of costume designers to Hitchcock''s illustrious film career.

Genre trailblazer in both music and fashion, Charli XCX is revising the rules on self-expression as a popstar. From the bright patterns of the 2010s to the grungy, hyperpop style of Brat Summer, Charli XCX has reigned over the cool-girl aesthetic on stage and in the club for over a decade. Discovering the foundations of her style in the London rave scene, it would lead to the rebellious, asymmetrical layers and dark leathers of her current looks, always accessorised with sunglasses - indoors, of course. With this beautifully illustrated guide to her style trajectory, key looks and signature pieces, explore the high-energy, innovative and edgy world of Charli XCX''s style.

A symbol of British heritage and timeless style, the Burberry trench coat is more than a wardrobe staple - it''s a fashion icon. Sleek yet practical, effortlessly elegant yet enduringly cool, the trench has evolved from military origins into a global style statement. Since its debut in 1912, Burberry has reimagined the coat in countless iterations - from classic cuts to limited editions - each one a testament to craftsmanship and innovation. This beautiful photographic guide explores the evolution of the trench, spotlighting original designs, seasonal variations, and how to spot rare and collectible pieces. With behind-the-scenes insight into Burberry''s ateliers, tips for navigating the preloved market, and advice on authenticity, this book is essential reading for fashion lovers - whether you''re investing in your first trench or hunting down a vintage gem.

Illustrated throughout with stunning images, this glossy, fully-illustrated biography tells the story of Taylor Swift''s life and music. The definitive biography of a global music icon Includes coverage of the Tortured Poets Department and the Eras Tour, as well as visuals from Taylor Swift''s most recent ''Childless Cat Lady'' photoshoot Taylor Swift''s rise to mega stardom is the story of the century. Charming fans straight out the gate as a teen country music sensation, Swift has gone on to dominate the music industry as a pop titan. She is the first woman to have four albums in the Billboard chart''s Top Ten at the same time, is the recipient of fourteen Grammys and forty American Music Awards, and her recent Eras tour broke records to become the highest-grossing tour in history. A treasured celebrity who has triumphed in the face of haters and intrusive tabloid coverage, Taylor Swift uses her personal life as inspiration for her songwriting, delivering hit after hit, and selling out stadiums the world over. Her music continues to engage, evolve and encapsulate the hearts of fans all over the world. Taylor''s story is one of love and poetry.

Join the princesses for a busy day around the castle, as they walk in the gardens, have a tea party, get ready for the ball and dance under glittering chandeliers. With over 200 stickers to choose from, children can use their creativity and imagination to complete each colourful scene.

A moving story of love, second chances and family from the Amazon bestselling author of The Forgotten Farmhouse by the Sea. When single mother Seren Evans returns to the Welsh island of Anglesey with her five-year-old daughter Enya, she hopes to finally escape her troubled past in London. Moving into a cottage near the iconic Black Point lighthouse where she spent her early childhood, Seren reunites with her estranged father Lloyd and begins to piece together the mystery of why her mother suddenly abandoned them decades ago. As Seren adapts to island life and takes a job at a local art gallery, she finds unexpected romance with Jamie, a Scottish journalist seeking solace from his own tragic history. But with the shadows of her past threatening to catch up with her, and with long-buried family secrets coming to light, can Seren find the peaceful life she''s always dreamed of? Set against the wild beauty of the Welsh coast, this emotional novel explores family secrets, the power of community, and how love can light the way home through life''s darkest storms. Fans of Susanne O''Leary, Amanda Prowse and Sheila O''Flanagan will be swept away by Second Chances at the Lighthouse by the Sea. Readers love Caroline Young''s books: ''Outstanding... be prepared to shelve any other plans whilst you are reading this book.'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Captured my heart... you won''t want to put this one down!'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Sweeps the reader away... you will cheer for our main character and love the description of her life in Anglesey... I read it in one sitting.'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''I felt such a sense of peace and calm reading this... if you have your own outer stress and inner turmoil you will feel the sense of beauty and calm and family.'' Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''I absolutely loved this book and couldn''t read it quickly enough... the descriptions are so vivid, you can actually imagine yourself there... heartwarming and at times heartbreaking but an absolutely thoroughly enjoyable read that I heartily recommend.'' Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Gosh a very moving story... an emotional read but a perfect ending... I loved it. Read it.'' Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Superbly written. Lots of twists, turns and shocking turns of events. Quickly becoming a go-to author for me!!!! You will love this.'' Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''What an utterly, gorgeous read... this story had all the feels.'' Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

From bohemian artists'' muses to today''s socialites, including Nell Gwyn, Clara Bow, Josephine Baker, Marilyn Monroe, Britney Spears, the Kardashians, and more, The It Girls delves into the history and lives of these explosive, trend-setting women, whose much-disseminated images have defined notions of beauty, celebrity, sex, and scandal.

Children can add the cute cats and kittens to settings such as a farm, a vets and a cat café to bring each scene to life. The gorgeous stickers show a wide variety of cat breeds from fluffy Persians to sleek Siamese, all shown playing, snoozing and feeding and generally enjoying being the furry stars of every page.

Delightful illustrations and clear definitions combine to make this the ideal first dictionary for young children. Words are shown in context to help children understand how they are used, and colorful alphabet strips along the edges of the pages aid navigation. There''s also user-friendly information on how to use a dictionary, simple explanations of word classes, and plenty of tips on grammar and spelling.

''Reads like a fairy tale ... Far from frivolous, this biography draws on original research to give a nuanced account.'' – The Lady ''Immerse yourself in The Fabulous Frances Farquharson ... an American who brought glamour and vision to the pages of this magazine, and later – as the wife of a laird – to the remote Highlands of Scotland.'' – Harper''s Bazaar From society belle in turn-of-the-century Seattle to editor of Harper''s Bazaar and lady of a vast Scottish Highland estate that borders Balmoral Castle, Frances Farquharson was a charming, one-of-a-kind and sartorially flamboyant woman. Born in 1902, Frances Lovell Oldham left the Pacific Northwest in her early twenties to pursue a journalism career in Europe. She transcended boundaries as a working woman in London, where she mixed with royalty, partied with the Bright Young Things and forged a close friendship with Elsa Schiaparelli. Her story is even more remarkable given she made a career comeback after fracturing her spine during a house fire that killed her first husband in 1933. At Harper''s Bazaar, she would raise the morale of British women during the Second World War, and embarked on a fearlesss trade mission to the United States to boost British exports. After marrying Captain Alwyne Farquharson, the 16th Laird of Invercauld, in 1949, Frances threw herself into life as the queen''s neighbour at Balmoral and brought glamour and eccentricity to the grouse moors of Deeside. Caroline Young''s colourful biography offers a glimpse into the life of this remarkable woman and will not fail to fascinate and enthral.

Following the gentle curve of the cliff through soft tussock grass, the old farmhouse lies ahead of her like a beacon.

For its luminescent beauty and timeless elegance, the pearl has been prized for centuries, from ancient civilizations and royalty to society girls and Hollywood celebrities. Not only a symbol of wealth, status and power, this rare gem is a moon-like talisman associated with healing, protection and purity. Weaving myth and history, art and literature, the sacred and the secular, this book unfolds the fascinating 4,000-year-old story of the pearl, including tales of pearl-divers in the Pacific, the jewellery of ancient Rome and legendary pearls such as the 500-year-old La Peregrina and the 14-pound Pearl of Allah. Here you will learn of the various types of pearls, both cultured and costume styles, how to wear and care for them, as well as pearls in popular culture and in fashions through the ages.

Wildflowers are not only beautiful, they are of vital importance in providing food for bees and other pollinators. And they are found everywhere - in meadows, woodlands, jungles, mountains, deserts, grasslands and even in towns and cities. This fabulously illustrated book showcases dozens of different species with over 120 flower and insect stickers to add to the delightful scenes. Each is carefully labelled to help you differentiate cornflowers from corn cockles and poppies from primroses.

Discover fashion that dared to be different, risked reputations and put careers in jeopardy. This is what happens when people take tradition and rip it up. FashionQuake introduces 50 pivotal momentsthat shook the world and changed mainstream fashion forever, telling the fascinating stories behind each piece’s creation, reception, and legacy. From awe-inspiring couture to protest T-shirts, bumster trousers to safety-pin dresses, this book profiles the cutting-edge of fashion, featuring enigmatic designers, risqué campaigns, surreal haute couture, and radical clothing. By tracing the history of modern fashion via the pieces that steered away from the norm, Caroline Young tells us how we got to the here and now. This fascinating and deeply insightful book presents an alternative introduction to fashion focusing on 50 moments that consciously questioned boundaries, challenged the status quo, and made shockwaves we are still feeling today. This book is from the Culture Quake series, which looks into iconic moments of culture which truly created paradigm shifts in their respective fields. Also available are ArtQuake, FilmQuake, and MusicQuake.

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The Color of Fashion is a stunning book with fascinating stories of fashion woven throughout history with COLOR. Whether it''s mellow yellow, in the pink, feeling blue, or green with envy, COLOR is so entwined with our emotions that there are countless expressions and song lyrics devoted to it. But what meaning does color have in what we wear? What does a green dress convey when worn to a cocktail party, what significance does a white trouser suit have when worn by a female politician, and why does a woman in red command attention? The Color of Fashion delves into the significance of color in dress and explores how the symbolism has shifted over time. Think of how black transitioned from a color of mourning to the ultimate in elegance, how millennial pink has defined the Instagram generation, and beige, once a sophisticated favorite of Chanel, now reflects the normcore subculture. Featuring images of iconic colorful moments in fashion history - including Jennifer Lopez in green Versace, Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez in white tailoring and Audrey Hepburn in that Little Black Dress - this book is an essential read for fashion lovers everywhere.

A workbook full of fun activities to improve children''s comprehension skills. Guided by friendly jungle animals, children can develop their comprehension skills through a variety of enjoyable activities. This workbook will build confidence in reading and writing, including writing a letter, story or summary, and finding information in a text.

If Coco Chanel were to give a masterclass on design, creativity and attitude, what wisdom would she impart? Discover the life, work and legacy of Chanel in this sharply curated biography focusing on artistic spirit. Chanel’s ethos captured the imagination of post-war women, releasing them from the corseted silhouette and changing what we wore forever. But how did Chanel think? How did her experiences shape her creative career? And how was her no-holds-barred attitude reflected in her work? What Coco Chanel Can Teach You About Fashion breaks down Chanel''s life and work into memorable maxims that epitomise her ground-breaking perspective – including Poverty Can Be Luxury, Rebel Against Your Rivals, Find Your Spirit Animal and Twist Textile Traditions. This book uncovers Chanel''s creative approach, her inspirations, her business acumen and the details that make her designs so timeless. With pithy, illuminating text and inspirational photographs, learn something from Chanel and apply it to your own life, creativity and style. These are the things that really define what it means to be Chanel. Small and beautifully formed – if you like this, What Alexander McQueen Can Teach You About Fashion is also available.

This beautifully illustrated book is packed with woodland scenes to decorate and fill with deer, foxes, squirrels, badgers and more woodland creatures. Children can use the stickers to bring each page to life. Sticker books are brilliant for developing essential fine motor skills. They encourage creativity as children can carefully select stickers for each scene and choose where they go. The compact format makes these sticker books perfect for holidays or travel. This title includes over 200 stickers to add to the pages. With lots of things on every page to talk about and text prompts to help improve vocabulary.

Written in an approachable, engaging style, this book takes a detailed and sometimes humorous look at how to have a healthy, happy lifestyle. Readers are given advice about healthy eating and exercise; managing the pressures of the teenage years; how to get enough sleep, navigate friendships and relationships, and look after their mental health. The overall aim of the book is to encourage achievable, positive lifestyle changes. All information is based on current thinking, recommendations and guidelines. Quicklinks take readers to further sources of information and advice if needed.

Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school, this book is filled with writing activities that help children write a diary entry, set a scene, write instructions and use describing words. Wipe-clean pages offer endless practice, and answers and secret notes for grown-ups are at the back.

This book offers plenty of opportunity for young writers to practise different styles of creative writing. All activities are accessible, and many are based on familiar themes such as home and friends. A book to increase children''s confidence both with words, and with writing. The bright, friendly jungle animals make the writing activities inviting and fun. Young writers can practise a range of writing skills, including story planning, creating characters, writing a play, a poem, and a diary entry. The wipe-clean format encourages re-drafting and experimentation. Supports the school curriculum - a wide variety of writing styles are introduced, and reinforced and a practice page and notes for grown-ups inside a gatefold ensure readers get the most from these books. Part of the hugely successful Usborne Wipe-clean series, the Key Skills titles teach children the basics of a variety of Maths and English topics, including times tables, fractions, grammar and punctuation. Comes with a special wipe-clean pen which is very satisfying to write with, and easy to wipe off the shiny pages so young writers are encouraged to re-draft, which is an essential part of the writing process.

With wipe-clean pages for endless practice, this book is a perfect way for children to begin to learn joined up handwriting. Friendly monsters show how to write each letter to make it easier to join up and there are dotted letters and words to draw over with the wipe-clean pen. There''s even a short story to complete in your best handwriting.

An accessible, informative first reference book that helps young children learn about the planet.

Fifty inspiring, inexpensive ideas that help babies and toddlers learn new skills, find out about the world around them and, most importantly, have fun. Includes ideas for sorting games, finger rhymes, playing with paint and making friends. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Easy ways to keep your little one stimulated, with lots of giggles together." - Practical Parenting