New Releases by Simon James

"A riotous, real-feeling debut" - The Guardian Poor Noah Grimes!His father disappeared years ago, his mother''s Beyonce tribute act is an unacceptable embarrassment, and his beloved gran is no longer herself. He only has one friend, Harry, and school is... Well, it''s pure hell. Why can''t Noah be normal, like everyone else at school? Maybe if he struck up a romantic relationship with someone - maybe Sophie, who is perfect and lovely - he''d be seen in a different light? But Noah''s plans are derailed when Harry kisseshim at a party. That''s when things go from bad to utter chaos. One of the UK''s leading writers of LGBTQ+ teen fiction, Simon James Green is the author of Alex in Wonderland, Gay Cluband the Noah Can''t Even books. A perfect next read for fans of Heartstoppersand Adam Silvera Noah Can''t Evenwas Longlisted for the Branford Boase Award, won the Wirral Paperback of the Year, was shortlisted for the Leeds Book Awardsand got Bronze in the Amazing Book Awards! Simon''s book You''re The One That I Wantwon the Bristol Teen Book Award 2022& has been shortlisted for the YA Book Awardin association with Edinburgh International Book Festival 2022 MORE PRAISE FOR NOAH CAN''T EVEN ''I loved Noah''s voice: warm, loveable, awkward''.The Bookseller ''Slapstick but wonderfully funny''Jewish Chronicle ''A debut I very much loved'' Juno Dawson, author of The Gender Games and role model for Stonewall UK ''Sweet, barmy, charming, unexpectedly romantic delight of a YA novel. I smiled the whole way through.'' Lisa Williamson, author of The Art of Being Normal ''A riotous, real-feeling YA debut''- The Guardian

Choquet capacities, which provide the weighting mechanism for the Choquet and other fuzzy integrals, model synergistic and antagonistic interactions between variables by assigning value to all subsets rather than individual inputs. While the flexibility of capacities (also referred to as fuzzy measures and cooperative games) comes at the expense of an exponentially increasing number of parameters, the ability to explain their behavior using various value and interaction indices makes them appealing for applications requiring transparency and interpretability. As well as a number of useful indices that in some way capture the extent to which positive and negative interactions occur, significant progress has been made in addressing the scalability issues that arise in applications. This book provides a detailed overview of the background concepts relating to capacities and their role in fuzzy integration and aggregation, then presents specialised chapters on most recent results in learning, random sampling and optimization that involve Choquet capacities. Topics and features: !-- [if !supportLists]--· !--[endif]--Fundamentals of Choquet capacities (fuzzy measures) and their use in modeling importance and interaction between variables !-- [if !supportLists]--· !--[endif]--Definitions, properties and mappings between alternative representations that allow capacities and fuzzy integrals to be interpreted and applied in different settings !-- [if !supportLists]--· !--[endif]--Various simplification assumptions, from k-additive, p-symmetric and l-measures to more recent concepts such as k-interactive and hierarchical frameworks !-- [if !supportLists]--· !--[endif]--Capacity learning formulations that allow the diverse types to be elicited from datasets or according to user-specified requirements !-- [if !supportLists]--· !--[endif]--Recent findings related to random sampling and optimisation with Choquet integral objectives This book includes illustrative examples and guidance for implementation, including an appendix detailing functions found in the pyfmtools software library. It aims to be useful for practitioners and researchers in decision and data-driven fields, or those who wish to apply these emerging tools to new problems. The authors are all affiliated with the School of Information Technology at Deakin University, Australia. Gleb Beliakov is a professor, Simon James is an Associate Professor, and Jian-Zhang Wu is a Research Fellow.

An uplifting and empowering anthology, A Year of Pride and Joy shares joyful contributions from 52 contemporary LGBTQIA+ voices, including Olympic gold medalist diver Tom Daley, author and historian Blair Imani, and singer Rina Sawayama Edited by award-winning children’s author Simon James Green, this buoyant title celebrates the joy, talent, and contributions of members of the LGBTQIA+ community—and delivers a full year of celebration. Each of the 52 entries—one for each week of the year—is tied to a particular season, event, international day, or week. Feel the timeless joy of old movies with actor Stephen Fry and discover his all-time favorite classic movies on Global Movie Day. Discover the joy of knitting with Olympic gold medalist Tom Daley, then follow a beginner’s step-by-step knitting guide. Find the joy of pets with singer Rina Sawayama, then consider which pet is right for you. Experience the joy of food with actress Miriam Margolyes, then uncover a recipe to her famous chicken soup with matzo balls. Vibrant illustrations are paired with the engaging text. Whether you read an entry a week or pick it up whenever you are feeling in need of joy, this is a book to treasure all year round.

Inspired by leaders such as Andrew Tate and Jordan Peterson, the online Manosphere has exploded in recent years. Dedicated to anti-feminism, these communities have orchestrated online campaigns of misogynistic harassment, with some individuals going as far as committing violent terrorist attacks. Although the Manosphere has become a focus point of the media, researchers and governments alike, discussions tend to either over-sensationalize the community or offer simplistic explanations for their existence. This book uses a mixture of historical and economic analysis, alongside actual Manosphere content, to delve deeper. With The Male Complaint, Simon James Copland explains how the Manosphere has developed and why it appeals to so many men. He argues that the Manosphere is not an aberration, but is deeply embedded within mainstream, neoliberal, social structures. For a cohort of alienated men, the promise of community provides a space of understanding, connection and purpose. This insightful book dares to dig into the corners of incel communities and online spaces where misogyny thrives. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand, and do something about, this growing and worrying phenomenon.

As we navigate the intersection of queer history, public health, and ageing, LGBTQ+ Healthy Ageing serves as a vital resource for scholars, practitioners, and anyone committed to promoting healthy ageing for all.

Alfie Parker has bagged the hottest date to prom ... hasn’t he? Bestselling LGBTQ+ writer Simon James Green makes his Barrington Stoke debut with a life-affirming teen romance.

Sometimes friendship means diving into trouble! Jack only wants to impress his diving coach dad - but as the worst diver in the worst diving team in England, there''s little chance of it. Until a brush with magic and the arrival of a new friend, Billy, who can turn the team''s fortunes around.

A funny and fantastical adventure from Olympian Tom Daley all about perseverance, friendship and positivity. Written in collaboration with children''s author, Simon James Green. With gorgeous illustrations by Luna Valentine. Jack reallywants to impress his diving coach dad ... there''s just one problem. Jack is the worst diver in the worst diving team in Damp Bottom, England. But when a new kid starts at school with magic swimming skills and an eagerness to share tips, Jack''s luck might be about to change. But when Jack''s new friend gets into trouble - and the fate of a secret world hangs in the balance - it''s up to Jack and the rest of his diving crew to save the day. Sometimes it''s not about winning, it''s about helping your friends when they need it the most, it''s about team work... A not to be missed hilarious adventure story Bringing together the most decorated British diver of all time Tom Daley - and acclaimed children''s and YA-and Carnegie-nominated author Simon James Green, whose latest middle-grade book Finn Jones Was Herewas Indie Book of the Month in May With gorgeous illustrations throughout from Luna Valentine that bring the humour and adventure to life

A heart-warming and hilarious story about one boy who wants to fit in, the friends he meets along the way, and one NASTY BLOUSE... Ted has always wanted to be a popular kid, but due to an embarrassing incident that will notbe named, he finds it harder than ever to fit in. But when Ted''s parents split up, his whole lifechanges. Although leaving his best friend Archie behind sucks, Ted is about to discover that staying with his dad might have its perks. Because with a new start, is the chance to re-invent yourself... that''s right, Ted has the opportunity to choose his new identity and it''s going to be FRESH. But can Ted keep up the cool-kid charade, or will his lies catch up with him? An approachable and funny take on the common experience of children navigating what it means to have divorced parents and have two homes Authored by acclaimed children''s and YA-and Carnegie-nominated Simon James Green, whose middle-grade book Finn Jones Was Herebecame Indie Book of the Month With fantastic illustrations throughout from Jennifer Jamieson that bring the heart and humour to life

It''s 1994 and thanks to Section 28, there can be no mention of gay relationships in schools. When a school librarian leads Jamie to a disguised novel in the library that reflects his own confused feelings towards boys, he sees he''s not the only one who has checked the book out. In the margins of the pages, Jamie learns that he''s not alone.

This volume considers the military architecture and its impact on local communities in Rome''s eastern frontier, which stretched from the north-east shore of the Black Sea to the Red Sea.

Barney''s a shoe-in for LGBTQ+ Society President at the school club''s next election. But when the vote is opened up to the whole student body, who wins? The school''s straightest-seeming boy: Danny Orlando! A riotously funny look at - and heartfelt celebration of - queer students everywhere organizing to make a difference.

First published in 1994, Putting the Family First is a study of better-off couples that clarifies the relationship between individualism and family values. Partners’ cultural practices focus on "making something of themselves", being "supportive" of each other, and spending "quality time" with children. But their economic strategies are directed towards competition for positional goods, especially higher education and good jobs for their offspring. The authors argue that, although these strategies are rational for individual families, they are collectively wasteful and mutually frustrating, and construct a narrow and exclusive version of citizenship. Such private morality depletes civic culture, and is socially costly. This revealing study provides a valuable text for students, with considerable appeal for courses in sociology, social policy, gender and cultural studies. It will be of broader interest to others connected to avoid the unravelling of our social fabric.

When Otis wakes up after a sleepover at popular kid Rocco Rococo''s house, it''s a scene of total chaos and disaster. Weirdly, no one can remember what happened the night before, so Rocco and Otis reluctantly team up to retrace their steps in the hopes of working out happened.

Winner of the InspiREAD Longer Novel Award 2023 For Otis, this was a sleepover to remember - if only he could! When dorky, unpopular 11-yr-old Otis wakes up in the morning at a sleepover birthday party, he''s in for a shock. At the marquee where the sleepover took place, it''s a scene of carnage and mayhem: there''s a donkey drinking at the chocolate fountain, a huge inflatable helium sausage looms above, doves everywhere, one of the kids has a tattoo, and there''s a suitcase of bratwurst on the floor! But what''s weirdest of all, neither Otis nor the other kids can remember what happened! The party was in the back garden of popular kid Rocco Rococo''s huge house, and Otis was only there because his mum forced an invitation. Otis realizes that makes him Prime Suspectfor causing the mess, and he needs to clear his name. Meanwhile, Rocco just needs to keep his parents from finding out! So while everyone else makes a befuddled exit, Otis and Rocco reluctantly team upto hide the evidence. They decide to retrace their steps in the hope of solving the mystery... Simon James Green is an award-winning author of funny books for kids. His previous book, Life of Riley: Beginner''s Luckwas shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award Contains hilarious illustrations throughout by Aleksei Bitskoff A funny madcap mystery adventure perfect for fans of Danny Wallace''s THE DAY THE SCREENS WENT BLANK or Charlie Higson''s WORST. HOLIDAY. EVER.

Eine locker-leichte LGBTQIA+ Geschichte über gebrochene Herzen, einen verrückten Roadtrip, Social Media und die große Liebe Für Jack und Nate sollte der Prom ganz besonders werden, doch was die beiden nicht wissen: Ihre festen Freunde haben eine Affäre. Am Ende des Abends sind Nate und Jack Single - und ihre Ex-Freunde offiziell zusammen. Und als wäre das nicht schon schlimm genug, zelebrieren die frisch Verliebten ihre Beziehung auf Instagram. Also beschließen Jack und Nate auf ihrem eigenen Account @TheHeartbreakBoys zum Gegenangriff überzugehen. Dabei schlittern sie von einer kuriosen Situation in die nächste. Ob sie gemeinsam ihren Herzschmerz überwinden können? "Simon James Green ist witzig und romantisch und schreibt mit charmanter Beobachtungsgabe” Becky Albertalli

Freddie has a reputation as a ''nice guy'' - inoffensive, sweet, kind - and therefore completely un-dateable, let alone shag-able. As he starts sixth form, Freddie decides that this nice guy isn''t going to finish last any more. No more missing out on parties because he''s got to do his homework. No more saying no when he really wants to say yes.

From award-winning Simon James Green and bestselling Garry Parsons comes this beautifully-told, gorgeously illustrated picture book about what it REALLY means to be fabulous! AllFrankie wants is to be fabulous! But, SIGH!, he''s literallysurrounded by so many fabulous flamingos, so how on earthcan he stand out from the crowd? Maybe, just maybe, Frankie''s friends will help him learn the most important thing of all: the best way to be fabulousis to be YOU! Wonderfully funny story by award-winning author, Simon James Green Beautiful illustrations by Garry Parsons, the bestselling illustrator of The Dinosaur Who Poopedseries The perfect picture book for any child who needs reassurance or a confidence boost With super shiny blue foil on the cover, this book is the perfect gift Also available by Simon and Garry: Llama Glamarama

Jack and Nate find themselves dumped as their respective exes start up a new relationship together and start posting pics showing the world how fabulous their new life together is. Jack and Nate decide to make it look like they''re having an even better time. But faking the best summer ever is harder than it looks!

A sweetly silly story of a little boy and a dog who make an unlikely (but perhaps perfect) pair. Everyone knows that owners and their dogs belong together in a unique way. Polly belongs to Molly, Eric belongs to Derek, Berry belongs to Terry. But poor Mr. Scruff, alone in the rescue shelter, doesn’t belong to anyone. Then a boy named Jim walks in, and they seem to get along. Jim and Mr. Scruff don’t look anything alike, and their names certainly don’t rhyme, but they may end up belonging to each other just the same. From author-illustrator Simon James comes a warm, winning story about friendship and finding a home.

Dura-Europos, a Parthian-ruled Greco-Syrian city, was captured by Rome c.AD165. It then accommodated a Roman garrison until its destruction by Sasanian siege c.AD256. Excavations of the site between the World Wars made sensational discoveries, and with renewed exploration from 1986 to 2011, Dura remains the best-explored city of the Roman East. A critical revelation was a sprawling Roman military base occupying a quarter of the city''s interior. This included swathes of civilian housing converted to soldiers'' accommodation and several existing sanctuaries, as well as baths, an amphitheatre, headquarters, and more temples added by the garrison. Base and garrison were clearly fundamental factors in the history of Roman Dura, but what impact did they have on the civil population? Original excavators gloomily portrayed Durenes evicted from their homes and holy places, and subjected to extortion and impoverishment by brutal soldiers, while recent commentators have envisaged military-civilian concordia, with shared prosperity and integration. Detailed examination of the evidence presents a new picture. Through the use of GPS, satellite, geophysical and archival evidence, this volume shows that the Roman military base and resident community were even bigger than previously understood, with both military and civil communities appearing much more internally complex than has been allowed until now. The result is a fascinating social dynamic which we can partly reconstruct, giving us a nuanced picture of life in a city near the eastern frontier of the Roman world.

Noah and Harry are now officially boyfriends, but is Noah ready to go all the way? It''s no help that a group of cosmopolitan French exchange students have descended on Little Fobbing - including sexy Pierre Victoire, who seems to have his eye on Harry! Will Noah ever catch a break?

"Beaver''s out to build the biggest dam the river''s residents have ever seen--but does he need a lesson in going with the flow?" -- page 4 of cover.

This fun, absorbing book, packed with quirky bite-sized lists, quizzes and trivia, is an exploration of the Latin language, aiming to prove that it is as vibrant and relevant today as it was 2,500 years ago. It includes sections on Latin in the movies, US state mottoes and place names, and also some choice snippets from real Latin poetry from Catullus, Horace and Virgil, with evocative translations. It contains a fascinating section on the Roman emperors and what they got up to, and gives the basics of the language itself for anyone who would like to learn it. Quizzes allow the reader to guess the names of famous books, songs and James Bond films, cunningly translated into Latin. From the spells in Harry Potter to the use of Latin in Asterix, to the Latin terms that litter law and medicine to the meaning behind UK football club mottoes, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who wants to brush up their Latin, whether they studied it at school or not.

As three duckling brothers cross forest and field to return to their mother, the older ones encourage the youngest by teaching him a game that earns him the name of Little One Step.

Originally published: London, England: Walker Books & Co., 2015.

Celebrating 25 years of this enchanting ecological fantasy from a multi-award-winning picture book creator.Worried that the whale living in her pond is unhappy, Emily writes to Greenpeace, who, though offering the best of advice, insist that it is impossible for a whale to live in a pond. Undeterred, Emily continues to seek the best course of action for her beloved whale, finally setting him free.

This volume focuses on the legal risks arising in English law in the course of derivatives transactions. It discusses the following issues: the legal risks arising in the negotiation and conduct of derivatives transactions; the regulation of the derivatives market; the capacity to enter into derivatives transactions and the standard term upon which this is done; the consequences of default by a counterparty; and the standard terms on which derivatives are entered into, particularly the ISDA Master Agreement.

After Clementine Brown receives a first-aid kit for her birthday, she begins to practice her skills on all of her family members except her reckless brother Tommy, who insists he doesn''t need a nurse.