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Has a meal ever changed your life? Part love story, part wine-splattered cookbook, Lunch in Paris is a deliciously tart, forthright and funny story of falling in love with a Frenchman and moving to the world’s most romantic city – not the Hollywood version, but the real Paris, a heady mix of blood sausage, pains aux chocolats and irregular verbs. From gutting her first fish (with a little help from Jane Austen) to discovering the French version of Death by Chocolate, Elizabeth Bard finds that learning to cook and building a new life have a lot in common. Peppered with recipes, this mouth-watering love story is the perfect treat for anyone who has ever suspected that lunch in Paris could change their life.

Made with melanin and magic

There is no one quite like you. Your strengths are unique and your future is full of wonder. It’s time to tap in to your confidence and express your true self boldly.

This little book is packed with empowering words from women of colour whose self-belief has seen them achieve awesome things. From Wilma Rudolph and Lupita Nyong’o to Ida B. Wells and Malala Yousafzai, these inspiring icons will help you love yourself a little more and own your story.

Swapping his beret for a chef’s hat, Neil Sinclair, author of the bestselling Commando Dad: Basic Training, is back.

Bursting with simple, healthy recipes, his cookbook will help dads:
– Learn – and teach their young troops – essential culinary skills
– Shop smart and make the budget go further
– Make nutritious meals for the whole unit
– Cook in the great outdoors – everything from setting the fire to a proper camp clean-up

Discover the tried-and-tested Commando Dad approach to feeding the family and enlist support from the troops, helping them to learn culinary skills that will last a lifetime.

Life’s journey is not always smooth sailing, but there are ways of charting your own course. This compact book is packed with simple but effective tips and advice to ease your mind in times of turbulence, and help you find calm in every situation.

Break free from the clutches of perfectionism and start loving yourself a little more
Do you feel social pressure to have the “perfect” life, the “perfect” job and the “perfect” body?
Do you magnify your flaws and play down your strengths?
Then this book is for you.
Bursting with thought-provoking tips, tricks and affirmations, it’ll help you quieten your inner critic, squash your self-doubt and be kinder to yourself.
Because you are more than “good enough” – and it’s time you recognized it.

You put the super into supernatural

Packed full of spellbinding statements and mystical musings, this uplifting collection of quotations will remind you just how extraordinary you really are. It’s time to embrace your inner power and if you ever doubt yourself, just remember: you’re magic!

Strictly for grown-ups!

This saucy selection of puzzles puts the tease in brain-teasers, and makes a racy replacement for life’s idle moments

Put down your phone, tablet or smutty magazine and pick up this crude collection of conundrums and provocative puzzles. Whether you want to dive straight into the Bootylicious Bottoms Word Search, or even test your logic with a Raunchy Riddler, there are puzzles here to tickle a whole range of fancies.

Inside you will find a variety of juicy puzzles, including these:

– Shuffle the letters of anagrams to identify seriously smutty lingo
– Pair up the matching icons in the playful picture puzzles
– Test your knowledge of everything erotic with a range of titillating trivia
– Join up the dot-to-dots to discover some sensual sex positions
So, what are you waiting for? If you like the idea of puzzles that are a bit more naughty than they are nice, this is the perfect book for you.

Stay positive, be brave, shine bright

Prepare to discover your inner optimist with this collection of simple tips for banishing the dark clouds and focusing on the good. Bursting with uplifting statements and inspirational quotes to get you looking on the bright side, this book will endow you with the power of positivity and help you to become your happiest self.

Together, we can change the world

There is little doubt that our beautiful planet is now under huge threat; our weather is more extreme, plastic litters our oceans, industrial production and farming methods wreak havoc on the environment and mass deforestation has led to the extinction of many species.

Carry on this way and it’s almost certain that sea levels will continue to rise, there will be extreme heatwaves, loss of the polar ice caps and mass pollution; in short, a very worrying future for us all. We need to take action before it’s too late, and we can all do our bit to help.

This guide is full of simple tips we can all incorporate into our daily lives, and will demonstrate how small eco-friendly changes can have a huge positive effect on the world around us. They might even save the planet.

This empowering little book is brimming with inspirational quotations and uplifting statements to kick-start your positivity. It’s the perfect boost to help you seize the day and make things happen – and remember, you can do it!

Are you headstrong and impatient? Can you see both sides of an argument in a balanced way? Do you often find yourself swimming in circles while trying to make a decision? These character traits could actually be written in the stars.

Embark on a voyage of self-discovery with this spellbinding introduction to astrology. The Little Book of the Zodiac delves into each of the astrological signs and shows you how to interpret the cosmos, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future.

– Learn how to create, read and interpret your birth chart to make better choices for yourself
– Examine each planet’s magical influences on your personality and the way your Sun, Rising and Moon signs affect your character traits
– Discover how your astrological sign can shape your future, strengthen your relationships and connect you with your instincts
Let this book shine a light on your past, present and future, and reveal a deeper understanding of your celestial outlook.

Embrace the joy of saying no

In a world that favours ‘yes’ it can take courage to say ‘no’, but this little word can set you free. Whether it’s turning down an invitation or saying no to small favours you don’t have time for, this simple phrase helps you to take control of your time and prioritise what’s most important to you. With short tips and inspiring quotes, this little book will help you to harness the positive power of ‘no’ for a happier, calmer and more joyful life.

Inner peace is within your reach

A busy mind is one of the hazards of modern-day life, and it can be a huge drain on your energy and well-being. But be assured: whether you find it difficult to keep unwanted thoughts at bay or you’ve just got a hundred and one things to think about, there are ways to relax and unwind that can be learned, practised and perfected.

Filled with helpful tips, soothing statements and calming activities, How to Quieten Your Mind will put you back in the driving seat and help you to feel relaxed, more in control and at peace with yourself.

If you’re a mum who wants to run, there’s nothing stopping you!

When busy mum Leanne Davies set up a social media group for her and a couple of friends to encourage one another to go running, she never imagined it would quickly become a nationwide network of thousands of women, all sharing a passion for the sport and a penchant for colourful compression socks.

Gathering the very best of the advice and tips from the Run Mummy Run network, Leanne and co-writer Lucy have created this comprehensive beginner’s guide to running that includes sections on:
– From starting with a Couch To 5k plan to building up the confidence to race
– Fitting in running around work and family life
– Overcoming barriers to exercise
– How to keep on running when motivation wanes, and much more!

Not just your average practical go-to, this book is filled with down-to-earth advice, training schedules and inspirational stories that’ll help you to be fit, healthy and happy.

Meditation is a wonderful way to bring more peace and tranquillity into your life.

This little book, bursting with practical advice, useful meditations and affirming thoughts, helps you to take a moment and feel like yourself again.

So you’ve carried your baby around for nine months and survived the pains and stresses of childbirth itself: surely it’s time you had a well-earned rest?

Whether you’re a new mum or you have a PhD in child-rearing, this handy little book will help you through the burping, whining and tantrums – and not just the ones from your partner!

Put your best foot forward and make the most of student life with these essential self-care tips

It’s supposed to be one of the most exciting times of your life, but between lectures, essays, deadlines and socials, looking after yourself can often fall to the bottom of your to-do list. Making time in your day for just a few small, achievable acts of self-care can have a big impact on all areas of student life.

It’s time to put your own well-being front and centre. Packed with bite-sized tips and encouraging advice to help improve your overall health and happiness, this book will help you survive and thrive in this exciting new chapter.

Inside you will find:
– Helpful information on ensuring your mental health is well looked after
– Kind advice for dealing with exam stress and social anxiety
– How to cope with being away from home
– Useful tips on navigating financial stresses
– The best ways to look after your physical health

Remember that everything matters – but nothing matters that much.
Turn stumbling blocks into stepping stones and skip your way to the other side.
Life has a habit of surprising us – with joy, with sadness, with anger, with bafflement, and with situations that can fall anywhere along the whole rainbow of human emotion. What we need most often is a simple reminder to help us gain perspective, to provide comfort, companionship, and a compass when we are lost. This book is a treasure trove of powerful, pragmatic advice to help you face life head on, with humour, integrity and kindness, and maybe even to help others along the way too.

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac

Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies to determine which path to take, your character traits too are written in the stars – and the cosmos is ready and waiting to guide you in your decisions. An understanding of your zodiac sign will put you in touch with your deepest instincts and empower you to embody your truest, most authentic self.

Delve into these pages to unveil the secrets of the empathetic and compassionate water sign, Pisces.

– Discover what really makes a Pisces tick, from health and career to love and romance
– Learn self-care rituals tailored to your star sign
– Explore how to use astrology for divination, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future
– Find out what your birth chart can tell you about yourself and your unique purpose

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac

Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies to determine which path to take, your character traits too are written in the stars – and the cosmos is ready and waiting to guide you in your decisions. An understanding of your zodiac sign will put you in touch with your deepest instincts and empower you to embody your truest, most authentic self.

Delve into these pages to unveil the secrets of the curious and independent air sign, Aquarius.

– Discover what really makes an Aquarius tick, from health and career to love and romance
– Learn self-care rituals tailored to your star sign
– Explore how to use astrology for divination, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future
– Find out what your birth chart can tell you about yourself and your unique purpose

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac

Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies to determine which path to take, your character traits too are written in the stars – and the cosmos is ready and waiting to guide you in your decisions. An understanding of your zodiac sign will put you in touch with your deepest instincts and empower you to embody your truest, most authentic self.

Delve into these pages to unveil the secrets of the ambitious and logical earth sign, Capricorn.

– Discover what really makes a Capricorn tick, from health and career to love and romance
– Learn self-care rituals tailored to your star sign
– Explore how to use astrology for divination, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future
– Find out what your birth chart can tell you about yourself and your unique purpose

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac

Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies to determine which path to take, your character traits too are written in the stars – and the cosmos is ready and waiting to guide you in your decisions. An understanding of your zodiac sign will put you in touch with your deepest instincts and empower you to embody your truest, most authentic self.

Delve into these pages to unveil the secrets of the enthusiastic and broadminded fire sign, Sagittarius.

– Discover what really makes a Sagittarius tick, from health and career to love and romance
– Learn self-care rituals tailored to your star sign
– Explore how to use astrology for divination, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future
– Find out what your birth chart can tell you about yourself and your unique purpose

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac

Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies to determine which path to take, your character traits too are written in the stars – and the cosmos is ready and waiting to guide you in your decisions. An understanding of your zodiac sign will put you in touch with your deepest instincts and empower you to embody your truest, most authentic self.

Delve into these pages to unveil the secrets of the resourceful and intuitive water sign, Scorpio.

– Discover what really makes a Scorpio tick, from health and career to love and romance
– Learn self-care rituals tailored to your star sign
– Explore how to use astrology for divination, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future
– Find out what your birth chart can tell you about yourself and your unique purpose

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac

Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies to determine which path to take, your character traits too are written in the stars – and the cosmos is ready and waiting to guide you in your decisions. An understanding of your zodiac sign will put you in touch with your deepest instincts and empower you to embody your truest, most authentic self.

Delve into these pages to unveil the secrets of the charming and easy-going air sign, Libra.

– Discover what really makes a Libra tick, from health and career to love and romance
– Learn self-care rituals tailored to your star sign
– Explore how to use astrology for divination, not only day-to-day but far ahead into the future
– Find out what your birth chart can tell you about yourself and your unique purpose