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‘True friends are like diamonds – bright, beautiful, valuable and always in style.’
Nicole Richie

Your best friend is your whole world. She knows what you are thinking just by looking at you, can make you laugh when you are sad and will always be just a phone call away if you are ever in need of advice.

‘An inch in the right direction is better than a mile in the wrong direction’

‘If you think your life is bland, then you haven’t added enough flavour’

‘People who live in glass houses should never undress’

In September 2009, London cabbie Mark Solomon began asking passengers in the back of his taxi for a random quote or proverb. It started spontaneously, to give him more purpose and direction, but he found that sharing these daily inspirations with others made them feel part of something special too.

The project developed into a popular website (www.blackcabquotes.com), and now this pocket-sized book offers the best thoughts for the day, ranging from the truly philosophical to the downright bizarre.

You know you’re retired when…
…People from work keep phoning up asking where on earth you put important documents.

The joys of retirement are many and varied, so read on to discover what makes these golden years so golden!

‘Artillery adds dignity to what would otherwise be an ugly brawl.’
Frederick the Great 

‘I am the Flail of God… If you had not committed great sins, God would not have sent a punishment like me upon you.’
Genghis Khan 

‘Everyone’s a pacifist between wars. It’s like being a vegetarian between meals.’
Colman McCarthy 

From Churchill to Sitting Bull, and from Agincourt to the Khyber Pass, history is rich in rousing rhetoric, inspiring quotations and heroic speeches from the most celebrated military leaders, writers and observers. Whether applauding great victories or standing firm against the horrors and injustices of war, the quotations and stories of this collection will take the reader on a roller-coaster ride through the many unique experiences of military history.

You did it! You graduated! All the blood, sweat and tears actually paid off!

Let this little book of inspirational quotes and motivational musings remind you of that momentous achievement, as you launch into a new chapter of your life.

Timely advice for a milestone birthday

So what if you’re turning 70? After all, with age comes wisdom – and more excuses to take life at an even more leisurely pace. Hey, at least you’re not 80! Packed with celebratory quotations, this little book will help you shrug your shoulders, blow out the candles and KEEP CALM.

Timely advice for a milestone birthday

So what if you’re turning 50? After all, with age comes wisdom – and more excuses to reminisce about the good old days. Hey, at least you’re not 60! Packed with celebratory quotations, this little book will help you shrug your shoulders, blow out the candles and KEEP CALM.

Timely advice for a milestone birthday

So what if you’re turning 60? After all, with age comes wisdom – and more excuses to share your valuable life lessons with literally anyone who will listen. Hey, at least you’re not 70! Packed with celebratory quotations, this little book will help you shrug your shoulders, blow out the candles and KEEP CALM.

Timely advice for a milestone birthday

So what if you’re turning 40? After all, with age comes wisdom – and more excuses to slow down and take things easy. Hey, at least you’re not 50! Packed with celebratory quotations, this little book will help you shrug your shoulders, blow out the candles and KEEP CALM.

‘Don’t let ageing get you down. It’s too hard to get back up.’
John Wagner

Like a valuable antique, maybe your smooth finish has become a little lined and your legs creak from time to time. But don’t worry: even if you no longer have all your original parts and nobody can find your instruction manual, it’s great to be vintage!

This joyful collection of quotations celebrates the lighter side of ageing, and shows that it really is the life in your years that counts.

Just like a valuable antique, your smooth finish may have become a little lined and your legs may creak from time to time. But don’t worry: even if you no longer have all your original parts and nobody can find your instruction manual, it’s great to be vintage!

Whether you’re a silver surfer or a golden oldie, you’ve still got what it takes (it just takes a little longer than it used to). Yes, there’s the memory loss, wrinkles and the receding hairline but you’re worldly-wise and have a lifetime of anecdotes to show for it all. And besides, we’ll all be old-timers one day – but today it’s your turn!

Full of senior sagacity and elderly erudition, this spirited and joyful collection of quotes and musings about our latter years celebrates the lighter side of ageing. Encouraging you to laugh, embrace and love the ride, this book will show you that it really is the life in your years that counts.

A unique gift book that you fill in yourself before giving it to someone special.

Here’s the perfect way to tell your BFF – in your own words – just how much their support, love and friendship means to you. Fill in the gaps in this gorgeous book to create a personalized treasure trove of in-jokes, memories and all the things you love about your bestie that they’ll cherish forever.

Stay wild and free

There’s a whole world out there just waiting to be explored. Spark your wanderlust with this little book, packed with beautiful quotes and affirmations from the world’s greatest travellers and adventurers, and be inspired to dream, explore and discover!

LOVE is LOVE is LOVE

Love with pride and passion. Love with kindness and tenderness. Love with all your heart and soul. This collection of beautiful thoughts and joyful quotes from diverse voices is a celebration of what love means, and why love will always win.

Show your amazing mum just how much she means to you with this delightful collection of heartfelt quotes and timeless wisdom

Is your mum one in a million? Whether she’s the best hug-giver, the ultimate counsellor or simply your biggest fan, say a massive thank you with the help of this little book.

These pages offer a curated collection of wise and witty words from actors, leaders, writers and musicians about the joys and quirks of motherhood. Whatever you want your message to be – kind, moving or just plain funny – pay tribute to your mum with this perfect keepsake.

This is for the mums who:
– can mend anything, even broken hearts
– always know exactly what to say
– will always love you, no matter what

There is nobody quite like your mum. Let her know how much you care with a meaningful gift celebrating everything that makes her the best ever.

Hop into this uplifting little book, filled with positive affirmations on self-love and empowerment, as told by the internet’s beloved mushroom frog

“Don’t forget about the subtle magic that is happening all around you every day”

Meet the little frog! With its mushroom cap and endless collection of fabulous footwear, this adorable amphibian is here to be your new best friend. Whether you need an emotional boost, some friendly encouragement or an honest view on the world, the little frog will be your guide.

Created by the California-based artist Maybell Eequay, this book is a perfect compassionate gift for yourself or others. Inside you will find:
– Over 40 hand-drawn illustrations of the little frog
– Beautiful life lessons and empowering reminders that it’s okay to be gentle with yourself and to feel your feelings
– A humorous, no-nonsense approach to positivity

These illustrations will fill your heart with love for yourself and others, and remind you that it’s brave and wonderful of you to exist!

‘In victory, you deserve champagne; in defeat, you need it’ – Napoleon Bonaparte.

Keep Calm and Carry On, a World War Two government poster, struck a chord in recent difficult times when a stiff upper lip and optimistic energy were needed again. But in the long run it’s a stiff drink and flowing spirits that keep us all going.
Here’s a book packed with proverbs and mantras showing the wisdom to be found at the bottom of the glass.

This little book of uplifting and pithy quotes is the ultimate antidote to all the days that couldn’t end quickly enough

When the shit hits the fan, you don’t just need a massive mop. You need some words of wisdom that will keep you going no matter what is thrown your way. You scratched the side of your car: pick up this book. You sent private snaps to your family WhatsApp by mistake: let your tears streak these pages. You delivered a presentation at work with your flies undone and toothpaste on your chin: stiffen that upper lip with every quote you read.

By the end of this remarkably astute collection of quotes, you’ll have:
– Enough resilience to make light of the worst scenario
– Enough willpower to overcome all obstacles
And enough quotes under your belt to last you a lifetime!

Why waste time wondering if the glass is half full or half empty when you can just get on and drink it!

All mothers are a wonderful and constant source of friendship, advice and love. This beautiful collection of quotations celebrates everything that’s great about mothers, and will make every mum see how much she is appreciated and loved.

Create your very own collection of artistic masterpieces by delving into an enchanting realm where romance and fantasy collide

Step into the world of romantasy and bring this stunning collection of images to life with colour. The Romantasy Colouring Book provides the perfect opportunity for you to unleash your passion for romance and fantasy as you embark on your own artistic adventure.

As you colour, you’ll also read quotes to set your heart ablaze from the greatest and most loved romantasy novels. Whether you’re a fan of an enemies-to-lovers story or a complicated love triangle, there’s something for all romantasy readers in this exhilarating journey of creativity and colour.

Inside, you’ll colour:

– Intricate illustrations of romantasy iconography
– Gorgeous scenes of love and romance
– Beautiful patterns that evoke the genre

And much more! So, take your colouring weapon in hand and wield it like the great swordfighters of old. Your adventure begins here…

Everyone knows that mums are amazing – what they don’t know is that you have the best one!
This collection of 52 cards, which can be displayed using the handy wooden stand provided, contains a raft of heart-warming quotes and thoughtful words celebrating the miracle that is a mother.

The beautifully designed cards are full of love, admiration and appreciation, expressed through quotations from grateful sons and daughters throughout the ages. Alongside these wise words, there are cards with simple, sweet and touching declarations that will show just how much you care. To finish off the package, the box also contains a 16-page booklet full of mom stuff, from ideas on how to enjoy some quality me-time to lines of heartfelt poetry.
This sweet and original gift will be a lasting reminder that, though life’s ups and downs, and no matter how old you are, your mum will always be the BEST MUM EVER.

No matter your age, your mum will always be in your heart. Show her just how much she means to you with this beautiful collection of heart-warming quotes and sayings.

This book is for the mum who’s the bee’s knees, the fox’s socks, the cat’s meow, its whiskers and its pyjamas. Simply put, it’s a book for a mum in a million!

Within these pages you will find a host of heartfelt quotes about the joys and quirks of motherhood, and a selection of thoughtful sayings to help you to express your love and appreciation, such as:
– You taught me what love really is
– Your strength inspires me every day
– First my mother, forever my friend
– Mum: a title just above queen

With 160 handsomely designed pages of wit and affection, it’s the ideal gift to make her smile and show her she’s the best mum ever!

Good things come to those who go out and get them! Bursting with a raft of motivational quotes by the world’s most celebrated artists and thinkers, this collection of inspiring words will spur you on to dream, believe and achieve.

Never doubt your awesomeness

Be the boss of your thoughts and feelings, and don’t let any negative vibes get you down with this little book of feel-good quotes and statements. Dip into it whenever you need a boost and let the encouraging words help you reflect on how amazingly awesome you are.