Book Review: Allegiant

Allegiant by Veronica Roth
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Overall, this final part of the trilogy is considered okay for me, but not as good as Divergent.

First of all, I kinda like the dual perspective writing style. Divergent and Insurgent are both written in Tris's POV which I found it quite dull especially in Insurgent. In this book, I'm able to learn more about Tobias's real character which never shows in previous two installments and make Allegiant seems to be richer.

(view spoiler)[However, by having a view in Tobias disappointed me though. I never expect Tobias to be so fragile and weak in his mental strength. Perhaps he is the kind of person who covers their mental weaknesses with their strong physical outlook. But hey, Tobias is Four! Who constantly faces his own fears by his own initiatives! I mean who can be so easily disturbed with some genetically-damaged theory at the same time strong at facing their own fears? He was strong maybe because he think he is a Divergent.

About Tris, I can see her character growth from a Stiff in Divergent to a girl who is willing to sacrifice herself for the ones she loves, which also resembles her traits of being an Abnegation initiates. Her ending did shock me a little, but honestly, I didn't have the sad feeling I should have for her and I don't know why.
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To review the series as a whole, I think Divergent started very well in attracting readers' attention about its faction-based dystopian plot. But it started to be boring and dull in Insurgent and finally disappointing in Allegiant.


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Book Review: Migrating to Australia Good Meh? by Ken Soong and Michael Soong

Migrating to Australia Good Meh? by Ken Soong
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A very comprehensive and down-to-earth guide for Malaysians!

Often we have the wrong perception for the Western culture that they're more open-minded, this book reveals the myths that they greatly opens my eyes.

As a parent of a child, sometimes I would think that migrating to overseas is a good choice for the sake of my kid's education. But would my kid be able to cope with the culture shock and school bullying case because he's an alien in the country?

And lastly, getting a job or business in Australia. Are we able to cope with the culture shock (again) and the working environment in the country whereby the working style is different from our home country? I personally have experience of working with Chinese (in China) and I have to admit that we need time and effort in order to adapt into their environment.

This book is highly recommended to those we thought of migrating to Australia just because they're told that it has better opportunity, better pay, better education, etc. Do some research and read this book (of course!) before you decide.

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Book Review: Insurgent

Insurgent by Veronica Roth

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


Same as Divergent, Insurgent is written in first person narration by Tris (or Beatrice) Prior which sometimes you can see more about her inner feelings instead of what is happening around her.

The pace of Insurgent is not as fast as Divergent and sometimes I'm able to expect what is coming next. The excitement would only come near the end of the story which motivates me to read on. This is why I rate this book for only 3 stars (as compared to the 5 stars given to Divergent).

**Warning! Spoiler below!
The part that I enjoyed the most in Insurgent is when Tris brought herself to the Erudite headquarters and Peter is the one who saved her from death!! Although I hate Peter as much as Tris does, but I still think he might be able to play good part in the next book. ;)

Not much comment on this book and I think I'll comment more when I finish reading Allegiant and review the trilogy as a whole.



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New Arrivals 5th September 2013

We have new arrivals of The Lord of the Rings and some other titles available for sale now. All our orders are entitled for FREE shipping!

1) The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (Paperback - RM 28.00) 

2) The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown (Hardcover- RM 40.00)

3) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Stay at Home Mom (Paperback - RM 40.00)

4) The Enchanted Wood (Paperback - RM 24.00)

5) The Folk of the Faraway Tree (Paperback - RM 24.00)

6) The Magic Faraway Tree (Paperback - RM 24.00)

7) LOTR: The Fellowship of the Ring (Paperback - RM 24.00)

8) LOTR: The Two Towers (Paperback - RM 24.00)

9) LOTR: The Return of the King (Paperback - RM 24.00)

10) The Hobbit (Paperback - RM 24.00)

11) LOTR + The Hobbit Boxed Set (Paperback - RM 90.00)

The Lord of the Rings Collection

This page contains brand new copies of The Lord of the Rings collection by J.R.R. Tolkien.

1) The Hobbit [Paperback - RM 28.00]

2) The Fellowship of the Ring [Paperback - RM 28.00]

3) The Two Towers [Paperback - RM 28.00]

4) The Return of the King [Paperback - RM 28.00]

5) LOTR Boxed Set [Hardcover - RM 199.90]

LOTR Boxed Set (Hardcover)

Price: RM 199.90 (Hardcover Boxed Set)

The three volumes that make up Tolkien's epic classic The Lord of the Rings are here presented in their standard cloth editions including large format fold-out maps and an extensive appendices. Set contains The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King, with jackets and a box designed by celebrated illustrator Alan Lee.

The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien

Price: RM 28 (Paperback)

The third volume in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic adventure "THE LORD OF THE RINGS " "One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them" As the Shadow of Mordor grows across the land, the Companions of the Ring have become involved in separate adventures. Aragorn, revealed as the hidden heir of the ancient Kings of the West, has joined with the Riders of Rohan against the forces of Isengard, and takes part in the desperate victory of the Hornburg. Merry and Pippin, captured by Orcs, escape into Fangorn Forest and there encounter the Ents. Gandalf has miraculously returned and defeated the evil wizard, Saruman. Sam has left his master for dead after a battle with the giant spider, Shelob; but Frodo is still alive--now in the foul hands of the Orcs. And all the while the armies of the Dark Lord are massing as the One Ring draws ever nearer to the Cracks of Doom. 

"A triumphant close . . . a grand piece of work, grand in both conception and execution. An astonishing imaginative tour de force." - "Daily Telegraph" 

Includes the complete appendices and index for "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy.

The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien

Price: RM 28 (Paperback)

The second volume in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic adventure "THE LORD OF THE RINGS" "One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them" Frodo and his Companions of the Ring have been beset by danger during their quest to prevent the Ruling Ring from falling into the hands of the Dark Lord by destroying it in the Cracks of Doom. They have lost the wizard, Gandalf, in a battle in the Mines of Moria. And Boromir, seduced by the power of the Ring, tried to seize it by force. While Frodo and Sam made their escape, the rest of the company was attacked by Orcs. Now they continue the journey alone down the great River Anduin--alone, that is, save for the mysterious creeping figure that follows wherever they go. 

"Among the greatest works of imaginative fiction of the twentieth century. The book presents us with the richest profusion of new lands and creatures, from the beauty of Lothlorien to the horror of Mordor." - "Sunday Telegraph"

The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien

Price: RM 28 (Paperback)

The first volume in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic adventure "THE LORD OF THE RINGS" "One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them" In ancient times the Rings of Power were crafted by the Elven-smiths, and Sauron, the Dark Lord, forged the One Ring, filling it with his own power so that he could rule all others. But the One Ring was taken from him, and though he sought it throughout Middle-earth, it remained lost to him. After many ages it fell into the hands of Bilbo Baggins, as told in "The Hobbit." In a sleepy village in the Shire, young Frodo Baggins finds himself faced with an immense task, as his elderly cousin Bilbo entrusts the Ring to his care. Frodo must leave his home and make a perilous journey across Middle-earth to the Cracks of Doom, there to destroy the Ring and foil the Dark Lord in his evil purpose. 

"A unique, wholly realized other world, evoked from deep in the well of Time, massively detailed, absorbingly entertaining, profound in meaning." - "New York Times"

The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

Now a major motion picture A great modern classic and the prelude to "THE LORD OF THE RINGS" Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of dwarves arrive on his doorstep one day to whisk him away on an adventure. They have launched a plot to raid the treasure hoard guarded by Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon. Bilbo reluctantly joins their quest, unaware that on his journey to the Lonely Mountain he will encounter both a magic ring and a frightening creature known as Gollum. 

"A glorious account of a magnificent adventure, filled with suspense and seasoned with a quiet humor that is irresistible . . . All those, young or old, who love a fine adventurous tale, beautifully told, will take "The Hobbit" to their hearts." - "New York Times Book Review"

Book Review: Divergent

Divergent by Veronica Roth

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


I read a few reviews before I pick up this book to read so I read with expectations. Luckily, this book doesn't disappoint me.

The pace of the story is kind of fast and I like it because I'm an impatient person. With lots of fighting, violence, blood and Tris's inner feelings on punching someone's face, this book is definitely a good choice to make into movie which will be in cinemas next year.

I agree with some of the reviewers that it's impossible to have human beings to fit into one single faction, whether or not it's Abnegation - the selfless, Amity - the peaceful, Candor - the honest, Dauntless - the brave and Erudite - the intelligence. But hey, this is a fantasy novel and it's okay to be illogical! But in the real world, I think we're all Divergents! :)

I'll start reading Insurgent right away and can't wait for Allegiant to be released and to receive by pre-order copy!



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James Patterson Collection (Brand New)

This page contains list of brand new titles by James Patterson.

1) Along Came A Spider [Paperback - RM 28.00]

2) Kiss The Girls [Paperback - RM 28.00]

3) Tick Tock [Larger Print Paperback - RM 30.00]

4) Maximum Ride: Angel [Paperback - RM 28.00]

5) Cross Fire [Paperback - RM 28.00]

Cross Fire by James Patterson

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

Detective Alex Cross is planning his wedding to the woman he loves, Brianna Stone. But this blissful existence begins to unravel when Cross is called to the scene of the perfectly executed assassination of two of Washington DC's most corrupt and publically hated political figures. As more crooked politicians are picked off with similar long-range shots, public opinion is divided - is the marksman a vigilante or a hero? Media coverage of the case explodes, and the FBI assigns agent Max Siegel to the investigation. As Cross and Siegel battle over jurisdiction, Alex receives a call from his deadliest adversary, Kyle Craig. The Mastermind is in DC and will not stop until he has eliminated Cross, and his family, for good.

Maximum Ride: Angel by James Patterson

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

Max Ride and her best friends have always had one another's backs. No matter what. Living on the edge as fugitives, they never had a choice. But now they're up against a mysterious and deadly force that's racing across the globe - and just when they need one another the most, Fang is gone. He's creating his own gang that will replace everyone - including Max. Max is heartbroken over losing Fang, her soulmate, her closest friend. But with Dylan ready and willing to fight by her side, she can no longer deny that his incredible intensity draws her in. Max, Dylan, and the rest of their friends must soon join with Fang and his new gang for an explosive showdown in Paris. It's unlike anything you've ever imagined ...or read.

Tick Tock by James Patterson

Price: RM 30.00 (Larger print paperback)

A bomb set in one of New York's busiest places is discovered before it explodes. But relief turns to terror when the police realise it is just a warning of greater devastation to come. The city calls on Detective Michael Bennett, pulling him away from a seaside vacation with his ten adopted children and their beloved nanny, Mary Catherine - leaving his entire family open to attack. Bennett enlists the help of a former colleague, FBI Agent Emily Parker. His affection for Emily grows into attraction and then something stronger, and his relationship with Mary Catherine takes an unexpected turn. Another horrifying crime leads Bennett to a shocking discovery that exposes the killer's pattern - and the earth-shattering enormity of his plan.

Kiss The Girls by James Patterson

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

Detective Alex Cross makes his second appearance in the worldwide No 1 bestseller that also became a No 1 box office hit as a film starring Morgan Freeman -- now reissued in striking new cover style. In Kiss the Girls, Washington-based homicide detective Alex Cross is thrust into a case he will never forget. This time there isn't just one serial killer, there are two. One collects beautiful, intelligent women on college campuses on the east coast. The other is terrorising LA with a series of unspeakable murders. But the truly chilling news is that the two brilliant and elusive killers are communicating, cooperating, competing -- and they have Alex Cross's niece.

Along Came A Spider by James Patterson

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

The spectacular international bestseller that introduced Washington-based homicide detective Alex Cross and launched James Patterson's career as one of the fastest-selling thriller writers in the world -- now reissued in striking new cover style. He had always wanted to be famous. When he kidnapped two well-known rich kids, it was headline news. Then one of them was found -- dead -- and the whole nation was in uproar. For such a high-profile case, they needed the top people -- Alex Cross, a black detective with a PhD in psychology, and Jezzie Flanagan, an ambitious young Secret Service agent -- yet even they were no match for the killer. He had the unnerving ability to switch from blood-crazed madness to clear-eyed sanity in an instant. But was he the helpless victim of a multiple-personality disorder -- or a brilliant, cold-blooded manipulator?

A Cup of Comfort for Mothers-to-be

Price: RM 30.00 (Paperback)

A Cup of Comfort for Mothers to be is a celebration of a very extraordinary time in a woman's life--the nine months that make her into a mother. From joy to fear, from morning sickness to the first kicks, ordinary folks tell their stories in this new addition to the beloved Cup of Comfort series. A Cup of Comfort for Mothers to Be brings the poignant stories of pregnant women to life, including: - Diana, who discovers that finding the perfect name for her son is an amazing historical adventure - Judy, whose young son J.P. closely monitors his unborn sibling's progress - Candace, who, while listening to generations of mothers share stories, realizes that she is about to enter the "secret club of motherhood" These touching accounts of the most exciting months of a new mother's life are sure to warm the hearts of all readers.

A Cup of Comfort for Mothers

Price: RM 30.00 (Paperback)

Is your mom your best friend? Or your biggest fan? Your loyal confidante? No matter what she means to you, Mom is always the one you turn to when you need a shoulder to cry on, sound advice, and unconditional love. And there's no better way to pay tribute to the most exceptional woman in your life than with this touching and poignant collection. Inside, you'll meet fifty mothers, daughters, and sons who celebrate the mother-child bond by sharing heartfelt and personal stories--from tales of new mothers to adult children who are longtime parents themselves before they truly realize the abiding strength of a mother's love.Featuring narratives by and for mothers, this newest volume in the Cup of Comfort series is the perfect gift to remind her that every day is Mother's Day.

The 3rd Alternative by Stephen R. Covey

Price: RM 40.00 (Paperback)

In any conflict, the First Alternative is my way, and the Second Alternative is your way. The fight always boils down to a question of whose way is better. This book presents a new and practical, but incredibly effective and eye-opening, way to reach resolution through using the 'Third Alternative'. The Third Alternative moves beyond your way or my way to a higher and better way - one that allows both parties to emerge from debate or even heated conflict in a far better place than either had envisioned. With the Third Alternative, nobody has to give up anything, and everyone wins. To a world of escalating strife and contention, Third Alternative thinkers like those Covey profiles in this innovative and practical book, bring creative solutions, peace and healing. Through key examples and stories from his work as a consultant, Covey will demonstrate that Third Alternative thinking is the supreme opportunity of our times. Readers will learn how to create new and better results instead of escalating conflict, as well as how to build strong relationships with diverse individuals based on an attitude of winning together. The Third Alternative represents a departure from material on conflict resolution, negotiation and mediation; the book represents a new way of thinking that will be embraced not only by the many fans that have flocked to Covey's prior books, but also by anyone who is seeking resolution in their professional or personal lives.

Why Mars & Venus Collide by John Gray

Price: RM 30.00 (Paperback)

From John Gray, author of the phenomenal 'Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus', comes an outstanding new book for men and women seeking lasting love in the face of modern pressures. Writing with both humour and empathy, he offers practical solutions to common points of conflict and gives clear ways forward for greater intimacy and trust. With 'Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus' John Gray changed the lives and relationships of millions people around the world. He helped men and women accept just how different from each other they really are - and, more importantly, how to work with these differences to enjoy closer, lasting and more fulfilling relationships. In 'Mars and Venus Collide' Gray looks at how the pressures of our modern work-oriented lifestyles are putting added stress on our relationships and making it harder and harder for them to work out long term. Men and women deal with stress in different ways and their different needs often lead to misunderstandings, miscommunication and resentment - in short, Mars and Venus collide. Bringing Mars and Venus into the 21st century, Gray explores the different ways men and women approach their problems and offers a clear, easy-to-understand programme to bridge the gap. For example, a man's reticence when he is under pressure is actually a natural way for him to rebuild much-needed stress-reducing testosterone from his depleted system. Equally, a woman's need for conversation and support when she is overwhelmed stems from a hardwired need for cooperative activities to rebuild her own stress-reducing hormone, oxytocin. It's not that he's just not into you - he needs to fulfil a biological need. And it's not that she means to pester you - she is also biologically driven. Written with his signature insight and humour, Gray's classically unconventional approach will empower men and women alike to adapt to their new roles in our modern work-driven society without compromising the intimacy and lasting love everybody craves and needs.

127 Hours: Between a Rock and a Hard Place by Aron Ralston

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

On Sunday April 27, 2003, 27-year old Aron Ralston set off for a day's hiking in the Utah canyons. Dressed in a t-shirt and shorts, Ralston, a seasoned climber, figured he'd hike for a few hours and then head off to work. 40 miles from the nearest paved road, he found himself on top of an 800-pound boulder. As he slid down and off of the boulder it shifted, trapping his right hand against the canyon wall. No one knew where he was; he had little water; he wasn't dressed correctly; and the boulder wasn't going anywhere. He remained trapped for five days in the canyon: hypothermic at night, de-hydrated and hallucinating by day. Finally, he faced the most terrible decision of his life: braking the bones in his wrist by snapping them against the boulder, he hacked through the skin, and finally succeeded in amputating his right hand and wrist. The ordeal, however, was only beginning. He still faced a 60-foot rappell to freedom, and a walk of several hours back to his car - along the way, he miraculously met a family of hikers, and with his arms tourniqued, and blood-loss almost critical, they heard above them the whir of helicopter blades; just in time, Aron was rescued and rushed to hospital. Since that day, Aron has had a remarkable recovery. He is back out on the mountains, with an artificial limb; he speaks to select groups on his ordeal and rescue; and amazingly, he is upbeat, positive, and an inspiration to all who meet him. This is the account of those five days, of the years that led up to them, and where he goes from here. It is narrative non-fiction at its most compelling.

First Aid Manual (9th Edition)

Price: RM 39.90 (Paperback)

The comprehensive guide to treating casualties of all ages in any emergency.

Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

On the coldest morning of the year, Vicki Myron found a tiny, bedraggled kitten almost frozen to death in the night drop box of the library where she worked, and her life -- and the town of Spencer, Iowa -- would never be the same. Vicki was a single mother who had survived the loss of her family farm and an alcoholic, abusive husband. But her biggest challenge as the new head librarian in Spencer was to raise the spirits of a small, out-of-the-way town mired deep in the farm crisis of the 1980s. Dewey, as the townspeople named the kitten, quickly grew into a strutting, adorable library cat whose antics kept patrons in stitches, and whose sixth sense about those in need created hundreds of deep and loving friendships. As his fame grew, people drove hundreds of miles to meet Dewey, and people all over the world fell in love with him. Through it all, Dewey remained a loyal companion, a beacon of hope not just for Vicki, but for the entire town of Spencer as it slowly, steadily pulled itself up from the worst financial crisis in its long history. Dewey won hearts and proved to everyone he encountered that unconditional love comes in many forms.

Angelina: An Unauthorized Biography by Andrew Morton

Price: RM 49.90 (Hardcover)

"I like to collect knives," says Angelina Jolie, "but I also collect first edition books." At first glance, she might seem to be someone without any secrets, talking openly about her love life, sexual preferences, drug use, cutting, and tattoos--and why she kissed her brother on the lips in public. And yet mysteries remain: What was really going on in her brief, impulsive marriages to Jonny Lee Miller and Billy Bob Thornton, and what "is" going on in her partnership with Brad Pitt? What's behind the oft-reported feud with her father, the Oscar-winning actor Jon Voight? What drove her to become a mother of six children in six years? And--perhaps most puzzling of all--what about the other side of Angelina: How did this talented but troubled young actress, barely 35 years old, become a respected Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations as well as the "most powerful celebrity in the world" (unseating Oprah Winfrey) on "Forbes'" 2009 Celebrity 100 list? The answers that Andrew Morton has uncovered are astonishing, taking us deep inside Angelina's world to show us what shaped her as a child, as an actress, and as a woman struggling to overcome personal demons that have never before been revealed. In this spellbinding biography, Andrew Morton draws upon far-reaching original interviews and research, accompanied by exclusive private photographs, to show us the true story behind both the wild excesses of Angelina's youth and her remarkable work with children and victims of poverty and disaster today.

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki

Price: RM 32.90 (Paperback)

Taking to heart the message that the poor and middle class work for money, but the rich have money work for them, the authors lay out a financial philosophy based on the principle that income-generating assets always provide healthier bottom-line results.

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary

Price: RM 34.90 (Paperback)

A completely revised and updated edition of this best selling language reference is now available. COvers the core vocabulary of everyday life with over 75,000 clear, concise definitions. Inlcudes pronunciations, word origins and synonym lists. Special sections and tables.

Bliss To You: Trixie's Guide To A Happy Life by Dean Koontz

Price: RM 39.90 (Hardcover)

My goal is to someday be the person my dog thinks I am. --Anonymous
Bestselling author Dean Koontz says that his dog, Trixie, changed his life and made him a better, happier person. A 68-pound dog who lived close to the ground, Trixie certainly did cast a long shadow. She first became known outside of her own house (dog-house, that is) as a guest blogger on Dean's website, signing off every entry Life is Good, Bliss to You. Now, in this warm and funny book--as told to Dean Koontz--Trixie once again shares her inspiring outlook on life and reveals the eight steps that anyone can take to achieve not merely happiness, but bliss.

Packed with dog wisdom, both poignant and funny, this charming and heartfelt book gives the reader much food for thought--which might not be as tasty as a bowl of kibble but is nonetheless nourishing.

Bliss to You!

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

The greatest motivational book of all time! Napoleon Hill's thirteen step programme will set you on the path to wealth and success. Think and Grow Rich reveals the money-making secrets of hundreds of America's most affluent people. By thinking like them, you can become like them. This powerful 1937 classic, with analysis from self-development authority Tom Butler-Bowdon, will continue to be read through the decades of economic boom and bust, proving that the magic formula for making money never changes.

How to Save Your Own Life by Michael Gates Gill

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

The author of the "New York Times" bestseller "How Starbucks Saved My Life" perks up America with inspiring lessons on finding true happiness at any age and any stage of life. Michael Gill's lemons-to-lemonade memoir chronicled his transformative year working at Starbucks after losing his high-powered job, his marriage, and his health (he developed a brain tumor). In response to overwhelming requests from readers who wanted to know how they, too, could weather downturns, he has distilled his wisdom into fifteen meaningful lessons, including: ? Leap...With faith: Sometimes it pays to leap without looking and say "yes" without thinking (Gill accepted the Starbucks job immediately, on a whim). ? Let . . .Yourself be Helped: pride is even more paralyzing than fear. ? Lose . . .Your Watch (and Cell phone and PDA!): Our obsession with productivity produces madness, not gladness. Offering living proof that extraordinary happiness is found in ordinary moments, "How to Save Your Own Life" provides empowering words and hope for anyone facing a reversal of fortune. True fortune, Gill discovered, lies not in fate but in discovering the innate capacity we all possess to rescue ourselves.

What The Dog Saw and Other Adventures by Malcolm Gladwell

Price: RM 39.90 (Hardcover)

What is the difference between choking and panicking? Why are there dozens of varieties of mustard-but only one variety of ketchup? What do football players teach us about how to hire teachers? What does hair dye tell us about the history of the 20th century?

In the past decade, Malcolm Gladwell has written three books that have radically changed how we understand our world and ourselves: The Tipping Point; Blink; and Outliers. Now, in What the Dog Saw, he brings together, for the first time, the best of his writing from The New Yorker over the same period.

Here is the bittersweet tale of the inventor of the birth control pill, and the dazzling inventions of the pasta sauce pioneer Howard Moscowitz. Gladwell sits with Ron Popeil, the king of the American kitchen, as he sells rotisserie ovens, and divines the secrets of Cesar Millan, the "dog whisperer" who can calm savage animals with the touch of his hand. He explores intelligence tests and ethnic profiling and "hindsight bias" and why it was that everyone in Silicon Valley once tripped over themselves to hire the same college graduate.

"Good writing," Gladwell says in his preface, "does not succeed or fail on the strength of its ability to persuade. It succeeds or fails on the strength of its ability to engage you, to make you think, to give you a glimpse into someone else's head." What the Dog Saw is yet another example of the buoyant spirit and unflagging curiosity that have made Malcolm Gladwell our most brilliant investigator of the hidden extraordinary.

A Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowen

Price: RM 36.90 (Paperback)

When James Bowen found an injured, ginger street cat curled up in the hallway of his sheltered accommodation, he had no idea just how much his life was about to change. James was living hand to mouth on the streets of London and the last thing he needed was a pet. Yet James couldn't resist helping the strikingly intelligent tom cat, whom he quickly christened Bob. He slowly nursed Bob back to health and then sent the cat on his way, imagining he would never see him again. But Bob had other ideas. Soon the two were inseparable and their diverse, comic and occasionally dangerous adventures would transform both their lives, slowly healing the scars of each other's troubled pasts. A Street Cat Named Bob is a moving and uplifting story that will touch the heart of anyone who reads it.

Bob No Ordinary Cat by James Bowen

Price: RM 36.90 (Paperback)

A special edition for children age 11 and above, featuring 8 pages of photographs. 'We are all given second chances every day of our lives, but we don't usually take them. Then I met Bob.' James Bowen was a homeless musician, busking on the streets of London to survive. But the moment he met an injured stray cat with ginger fur and big green eyes, his life began to change. Together James and Bob the cat faced the world - and won. A purrfectly true 'tail' of love and friendship to make you smile! Please note contains some drug references.

Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus by John Gray

Price: RM 36.90 (Paperback)

The most well-know, long-lived, and tried-and-tested relationships guide ever, the phenomenal #1 New York Times bestseller Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus is now available for the first time ever in trade paperback. In this classic guide to understanding the opposite sex, Dr. John Gray provides a practical and proven way for men and women to improve their communication by acknowledging the differences between their needs, desires, and behaviors. No other relationship guide on the market will give you the same level of evidence-based insight sure to help you strengthen and nurture your relationships for years to come.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

Price: RM 49.90 (Paperback)

In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, author Stephen R. Covey presents a holistic, integrated, principle-centered approach for solving personal and professional problems. With penetrating insights and pointed anecdotes, Covey reveals a step-by-step pathway for living with fairness, integrity, service, and human dignity--principles that give us the security to adapt to change and the wisdom and power to take advantage of the opportunities that change creates.

New Arrivals 30 August 2013

New arrivals at Book Lovers. FREE shipping for all orders!

1) The Hunger Games (Book 1 - 3) Paperback Set
2) City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare
3) A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond
4) The Sound of Music (Pop-up Book) by Bert Fink
5) The Italian Secretary by Caleb Carr
6) The Last of The Mochigans by James Fenimore Cooper
7) The New Dead by Christopher Golden
8) Lost Souls by Dean Koontz
9) Twilight Eyes by Dean Koontz
10) Fifty Shades Darker by EL James
11) Fifty Shades of Grey by EL James
12) Helen of Troy by Margaret George
13) Queen of Babble by Meg Cabot
14) Here Come The Girls by Milly Johnson
15) White Wedding by Milly Johnson
16) Montana Sky by Nora Roberts
17) Strangers in Death by Nora Roberts
18) In Death Series (3 Books Set) by Nora Roberts
19) Baby Be Mine by Paige Toon
20) One Perfect Summer by Paige Toon
21) Smash Cut by Sandra Brown
22) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings
23) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Moms & Sons
24) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Think Positive
25) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Extraordinary Teens
26) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Mom
27) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teenage Soul II
28) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Mother's Soul
29) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Mother's Soul 2
30) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Mother of Preschooler's Soul
31) Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talkin' Faith
32) A Cup of Comfort: Devotional
33) Why Mars & Venus Collide by John Gray
34) The 3rd Alternative by Stephen R. Covey

35) A Cup of Comfort for Mothers

36) A Cup of Comfort for Mothers-to-be

37) Along Came A Spider by James Patterson

38) Kiss The Girls by James Patterson

39) Tick Tock by James Patterson

40) Maximum Ride: Angel by James Patterson

41) Cross Fire by James Patterson

42) Summer with My Sister by Lucy Diamond

Summer with My Sister by Lucy Diamond

Price: RM 28.00 (Paperback)

Polly has always been the high-flier of the family, with the glamorous city lifestyle to match. Clare is a single mum with two children, struggling to make ends meet in a ramshackle cottage. The two sisters are poles apart and barely on speaking terms. But then Polly's fortunes change unexpectedly and her world comes crashing down. Left penniless and with nowhere else to go, she's forced back to the village where she and Clare grew up, and the sisters find themselves living together for the first time in years. With an old flame reappearing for Polly, a blossoming new career for Clare and a long-buried family secret in the mix, sparks are sure to fly. Unless the two women have more in common than they first thought?

Why Mars & Venus Collide by John Gray

Price: RM 30.00 (Paperback)

From John Gray, author of the phenomenal 'Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus', comes an outstanding new book for men and women seeking lasting love in the face of modern pressures. Writing with both humour and empathy, he offers practical solutions to common points of conflict and gives clear ways forward for greater intimacy and trust. With 'Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus' John Gray changed the lives and relationships of millions people around the world. He helped men and women accept just how different from each other they really are - and, more importantly, how to work with these differences to enjoy closer, lasting and more fulfilling relationships. In 'Mars and Venus Collide' Gray looks at how the pressures of our modern work-oriented lifestyles are putting added stress on our relationships and making it harder and harder for them to work out long term. Men and women deal with stress in different ways and their different needs often lead to misunderstandings, miscommunication and resentment - in short, Mars and Venus collide. Bringing Mars and Venus into the 21st century, Gray explores the different ways men and women approach their problems and offers a clear, easy-to-understand programme to bridge the gap. For example, a man's reticence when he is under pressure is actually a natural way for him to rebuild much-needed stress-reducing testosterone from his depleted system. Equally, a woman's need for conversation and support when she is overwhelmed stems from a hardwired need for cooperative activities to rebuild her own stress-reducing hormone, oxytocin. It's not that he's just not into you - he needs to fulfil a biological need. And it's not that she means to pester you - she is also biologically driven. Written with his signature insight and humour, Gray's classically unconventional approach will empower men and women alike to adapt to their new roles in our modern work-driven society without compromising the intimacy and lasting love everybody craves and needs.

A Cup of Comfort: Devotional

Price: RM 40.00 (Hardcover)

In "A Cup of Comfort Devotional" 366 entries provide a daily dose of comfort, strength and inspiration. The perfect bedside companion to be read in the morning or evening, this magnificent work is the first of its kind to combine biblical passages and commentary with a dozen touching, heartfelt stories that have become the hallmark of A Cup of Comfort. Readers will cherish stories of Jesus entering into everyday life, such as: Ul>A young woman, traumatized during her first helicopter ride, says the Lord's Prayer and finds herself in awe as she looks down on God's creation; A woman finds out through a co-worker that Jesus can meet her right in the midst of her depression; A mother learns an unforgettable lesson of faith when a doll representing the baby Jesus in her outdoor nativity scene is stolen; With entries linked to the holidays and seasons, "A Cup of Comfort Devotional" brightens every day of the year, deepening our joys and sustaining us through the darker times.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talkin' Faith

Price: RM 40.00 (Paperback)

Chicken Soup for the Soul cocreators Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen have teamed up with Michelle L. Trujillo, best known to teens as Mrs. T, to offer you a collection of passages from teenagers across the nation that will lead you on a spiritual journey. From trial and tragedy to triumph and joy, teen contributors share personal, heartfelt testimonies about how God has given them strength and courage to deal with the tough times and love and comfort when they have felt alone. Teens also share with you what it means to accept God's grace and rely on His guidance. At the end of each chapter, Mrs. T shares stories and encouragement, while inviting you to continue or establish a promising relationship with God. Regardless of your religion, this book will be a light upon your path. Teens Talkin' Faith is a gift from Chicken Soup for the Soul, Mrs. T, and teens just like you. It is a gift of faith, love, and hope that can make a difference in your life.