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Cover of "Henry V: The Rise of England’s Greatest Warrior King" by Dan Jones. The design includes praise from New Statesman, and an image of a crown. Text highlights the book as a Sunday Times bestseller.
Tablet displaying the book cover of "Why Populists Are Winning and How to Beat Them" by Liam Byrne. The cover features a figure standing at a podium. The background is red, and a circular logo with the letters "KMD" is in the top right corner. Below the tablet is a text excerpt promoting the book.
Book cover for "The Plot Against Ireland" by Myles Dungan. The cover features red and black text, with small historical illustrations of people. A quote from the Irish Independent at the bottom describes the book as "sweeping, magisterial and elegantly written... hugely impressive.
A book cover for "The Passing of the Dragon and Other Stories" by Ken Liu is displayed. The background features a white, geometric dragon scale pattern. Text on the left reads, "Available to request on NetGalley." The Head of Zeus logo appears at the bottom left.
The image shows a book cover for "The Longevity Delusion: Money, Myths and Bad Science" by Seamus O'Mahony. It features a blue background with an illustration of DNA strands and a person with outstretched arms. Pills float around the figure. The left side of the image includes text that reads "Available to request on NetGalley" and the Head of Zeus logo.
The image shows the cover of "Shadows Upon Time" by Christopher Ruocchio, part of the Sun Eater series. The cover features silhouettes of figures on a rocky terrain with a cosmic sky. Large text above highlights the book as the conclusion to the series.
Cover image featuring the title "An Introduction to Conquest" in large white letters against a textured blue background, framed by a brown wooden border with a stylized ocean scene at the top.
Cover of the book "The Deep and the Drowned" by Ian Green, featuring a monstrous sea creature and shipwreck, with vibrant reds and blues. Text describes it as the first in a fantasy trilogy, linked to the Rotstorm series and "Extremophile," set on the seas of Morost.
The image features the cover of the book "Reds: A Global History of Communism" by Paul Mason. It is surrounded by various illustrations depicting scenes of industrial workers, protestors, and historical figures associated with communism. The top text offers a 50% discount on pre-orders with the code: REDS2026!
The image features a promotional graphic for the book "Reds: A Global History of Communism" by Paul Mason, published by Head of Zeus. It includes colorful illustrations of historical and communist imagery, with text stating "Available to request on NetGalley."
Book cover titled "The Dark Side of France" by Enda O'Doherty. The design features figures and dramatic color contrasts of blue, white, and red. The tagline highlights a history of the French far right, mentioning the Dreyfus Affair and Marine Le Pen.
Book cover of "The Tailor: A George Cross Mystery" by Tim Sullivan, featuring a spool of thread and red fabric. Below, text reads "Win a bespoke suit worth £1,200 from King & Allen Bespoke Tailoring.
Book cover of "The Spear and the Storm" by Michael Livingston. The design features a 3D image of the book with a stormy, cracked blue background. The book shows an ancient helmet with a lion motif. A quote from Bernard Cornwell praises the blend of history and fantasy.
Promotional image for Waterstones featuring a 25% discount on upcoming books. Includes book covers for "The Passing Dragon and Other Stories" by Ken Liu, "Death’s End" by Cixin Liu, "Ice" by Jacek Dukaj, and "Son of the Serpent" by Shauna Lawless. Text mentions a pre-order code "SUMMER26," valid from 21-24 July, online only. Bright decorative elements border the image.
Promotional image from Waterstones featuring a 25% discount on books coming soon. It highlights a selection of book covers, including titles by Dan Jones, Max Adams, and Michael Livingston. Offer valid online only from July 21 to 24 with the code SUMMER26.
A stylized promotional image for Paul Mason's work, "Who Gets to Tell the History of Communism." It features illustrations of historical figures, including one resembling Lenin, dressed in red with military imagery. The design emphasizes red and blue tones.
A book titled "Conquest: The Roman Invasion of Britain" by Ferdinand Addis is displayed on a sea-themed background with ships and a coastal scene. Below, text praises the book for providing fresh insights into the history of Britain.
A book cover for "The Passing of the Dragon and Other Stories" by Ken Liu is displayed. The background features a white, geometric dragon scale pattern. Text on the left reads, "Available to request on NetGalley." The Head of Zeus logo appears at the bottom left.
Book cover for "Liverpool: A Story of Britain" by Sam Wetherell. The cover features an old photograph of children playing in the street with the iconic Royal Liver Building in the background. The text describes Liverpool as home to a celebrated rock group and a legendary football team.
Cover of "The Tyrant Philosophers" by Adrian Tchaikovsky, featuring stylized text on a textured background with an orange-brown illustration resembling a cloud at the bottom left.
Image of the book cover for "The Knife Maker of Venice" by David Gilman. The image also includes a five star reader review quote that reads: 'If you love historical fiction with grit, danger and raw emotion, The Knife Maker of Venice is an absolute must-read'
Book cover image featuring "All That We See or Seem" by Ken Liu. The cover displays a futuristic cityscape within a large hexagon, set against a starry background. Text highlights praise and describes the book as a near-future thriller exploring AI's impact on life and culture.
The image is a promotional graphic for the book "Son of the Serpent" by Shauna Lawless. The book cover features ornate designs with a serpent and ship imagery, surrounded by a decorative blue and orange border. There is text inviting pre-orders for a chance to win a signed copy of "Daughter of the Otherworld.
Book cover for 'The Spear and the Storm' by Michael Livingston, featuring a broken bust of a pharaoh with an intricate design. Text excerpts from Publishers Weekly are also displayed."
The image shows the book cover of "Ring of Fire: A New Global History of the Outbreak of the First World War" by Alex Churchill and Nicolai Eberholst. The background is dark, and there is a quote praising the book at the bottom, attributed to Charlie Higson.
The image features a cover of the book titled "The Queen’s Pirate: The Triumphant Life and Tragic End of Thomas Cavendish" by Iain Gately. The background is a yellow‑toned map design with a ship illustration. The text to the left reads, "Available to request on NetGalley." The Head of Zeus logo is at the bottom left.
The image features a book titled "The Dark Side of France" by Enda O'Doherty. The cover shows images of a figure with an arm raised, against a backdrop of blue and red gradients. Above the book, text highlights the theme of nationalist, antisemitic, and authoritarian politics in France.
The image shows a standing book titled "All That We See or Seem" by Ken Liu. The book cover features a cityscape against a starry night sky, with hues of blue and purple. The background is a complementary purple shade, and the book's reflection is visible on the surface below.
Cover of the book "Liverpool: A Story of Britain" by Sam Wetherell. The cover features a vintage photograph of a group of children playing on a street, with the iconic buildings of Liverpool in the background. The text highlights the epic history of Liverpool since the Second World War.
Three books by Adrian Tchaikovsky are displayed on a wooden surface: "City of Last Chances" with a red and white and balck cover, "House of Open Wounds" with a orange, white and black cover, and "Days of Shattered Faith" with a yellow, white and black cover. Accompanying items include a wooden box, colorful stones, a hammer, and closed books.
The image features a book cover for "The Deep and the Drowned" by Ian Green, showcasing a large serpent-like creature in an underwater scene with vibrant red and blue tones. Surrounding the book is text that reads "Available to request on NetGalley." The Ad Astra logo is visible in the lower-left corner.
Illustrated book cover for "The Pathless Land: Finding a Way Across Ireland" by Tim Hannigan. The scene depicts a rural Irish landscape with mountains, trees, and a fence, under a yellow sun in a blue sky with clouds. Text indicates the book is available to request on NetGalley. Published by Head of Zeus.
The image features a promotional banner for the book "Reds" by Paul Mason, a limited edition proof available in August 2026. On the left, illustrated figures in red, yellow, and blue are shown with the text "Proofs Available to Request" in blue. On the right, an image of the book cover displays a densely packed illustration in similar colors, featuring various figures and elements. The Head of Zeus logo is at the bottom center.
Book cover of "All That We See or Seem" by Ken Liu against a starry background. The cover features a cityscape within a geometric shape. Text below reads, "If dreams can be shared, secrets can be stolen." Guardian quote at the top.
A collection of five book covers by Adrian Tchaikovsky is displayed. The titles are "City of Last Chances," "House of Open Wounds," "Days of Shattered Faith," "Lives of a Bitter Rain," and "Pretenders to the Throne of God." The background features an antique looking illustration of the sky. A quote from Locus at the top reads, "An intriguing tangle... Ingenious.
Cover of the book "Ring of Fire: A New Global History of the Outbreak of the First World War" by Alex Churchill and Nicolai Eberholst. The background features a dark, textured design with a striking red circle. The foreground displays the book's title and authors. A quote from Dan Snow reads, "Churchill and Eberholst put the world back into First World War.
A white invitation card with black text on a red envelope, featuring red splatters. It reads: "You're Invited. From lecture halls to luxury cabins... I am thrilled to invite my dearest friends to a long overdue reunion. Join me at a remote luxury chalet in Norway for a trip we'll never forget."
A book titled "The Sisters of Hope Square" by Faith Hogan is standing upright against a purple background. Next to the book is an orange mug, and there are white and yellow flowers scattered around.
A book cover titled "Castles: A Fortified History of the World" by Dan Jones is prominently displayed. The design features an illustration of a castle surrounded by flying birds. The text "Now Available on NetGalley" is written in large, bold letters.
Books by Adrian Tchaikovsky are displayed on a wooden surface. Four books with distinct, colorful covers are arranged: "City of Last Chances" in red, "House of Open Wounds" in orange, "Days of Shattered Path" in yellow, and "Lives of Bitter Rain" in green. A lit candle and an assortment of other books and stationery items are nearby.
Cover of the book "Disquiet Gods" by Christopher Ruocchio is shown. The book cover features a futuristic landscape with green and blue hues, and a distant moon. A quote by David Brin in praise of the Sun Eater series is displayed, mentioning elements such as danger, action, irony, and hope.
A cookbook titled "Dinner at Mine?" by Kate Young is standing upright. The cover features a colorful dish with various ingredients. A small bouquet of white tulips and a gold spoon are placed beside it on a marble countertop. A white plate with a fork and spoon is partially visible.
The image features a blue starry background with promotional text for the Ad Astra Bulletin, a science fiction and fantasy newsletter from Head of Zeus. It offers an exclusive discount code for "The Grave of Perfection," the final book in the Tyrant Philosophers series by Adrian Tchaikovsky, set for release in February 2027. A placeholder book cover is displayed on the right side.
Cover of the book "The Northern Bank Job" by Glenn Patterson. The cover features four vintage television screens displaying a scene related to a heist. Text on the right mentions that Glenn Patterson expands on his BBC podcast to provide insights on the heist. The background has a gradient of dark blue to orange.