Arcturus imprint: 479 books

Non-descript, upstanding Mr Todhunter is told that he has only months to live. He decides to commit a murder for the good of mankind. Finding a worthy victim proves far from easy, and there is a false start before he settles on and dispatches his target. But then the police arrest an innocent man, and...

A serial killer is on the loose, looking for victims whom he regards as 'imperfect'. White's ability in crafting stories redolent with genuine menace attracted to her work some of the greatest film directors of her age. Robert Siodmark used the story of Some Must Watch as the basis for his classic, bone-chilling...

Fascinating, endearing and endlessly varied, animals make inspirational subject matter for artists. In Drawing Animals, author and illustrator Peter Gray guides you through the stages of capturing animal shapes, behaviour and expression to create accomplished artworks. Whether you are a complete beginner...

Meeting friends at the pub is something most of us look forward to, but there are times when it's hard work, and you end up staring into your drink for something to do. If this sounds all too familiar, don't fret, a potent antidote to tedium is at hand - The Pub Quiz & Puzzle Book. With this collection...

With 1000 scrumptious and easy-to-follow recipes, this book provides the perfect answer to all those vexed questions about what to cook. No more agonizing over what to put on the table; you will easily be able to find something to tempt the palate and satisfy the appetite of even the fussiest eaters...

Indian food, like the country itself, varies enormously from region to region, and this book reflects this, with a wide variety of recipes, styles and ingredients to choose from. Organized into 12 chapters, including Snacks and Starters, Fish and Seafood, Vegetarian and Breads, this book provides a recipe...

This full colour book is a classic collection of silly signs and ridiculous notices from around the world that will make you do a double-take: 96 pages of daft instructions, ludicrous sign-posts and absurd labels that seem to have sprouted from nowhere, complete with double meanings and misspellings. Wittily captioned and guaranteed to make you laugh!

The puzzles in this superb collecton are timeless classics, designed to appeal to novices and aficionados alike.

The direction of our life is bound by the choices we make, and the value of those choices is governed by our access to reason. Reason is a potent force which illuminates both heart and mind. Decision directs us on the path of reason and allows its clear light to permeate our lives.

This is the follow-up to the best-selling title, Origami, from Arcturus Publishing! A fantastic guide to the art of paper craft, the clear step-by-step instructions are easy to follow whilst the photos of the process and finished product give children a clear idea what they're working towards. There's...

Part of the brand-new Arcturus series, Ideas to Save Your Life, The 15-Minute Philosopher introduces the reader to the main ideas of philosophy, showing how the subject has a clear practical purpose vital to our day-to-day lives and thinking. A fun introduction to the subject of philosophy...

Part of the brand-new Arcturus series, Ideas to Save Your Life, The 15-Minute Psychologist introduces the reader to universal aspects of psychology which affect our day-to-day lives and relationships and offers insight into many of life's dilemmas. An entertaining guide to a serious subject...

This book is a beautiful collection of the fascinating stories told by the indigenous peoples across the continent of North America. The exciting adventures of trickster figures like Glooscap, Raven and Coyote are combined here with classic legends of creation. These legends span the width of the...

Storytime: A Brand New Series of Illustrated eBooks for Kids From St George and the Dragon to The Lost City of Atlantis, this classic collection features some of the world's best-loved children's stories in an easy eBook format. Ready to read at the touch of a button and beautifully illustrated throughout,...