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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.

Find a sense of peace 365 days of the year with this little book of simple tips and encouraging quotes

When you are ready to take the first step to understand your past pain, this book will support you on your healing journey, helping you to find your way back to yourself, come to terms with the past and look to the future with hope and positivity.

Discover practical guidance for a variety of self-care practices and learn how to incorporate these into your daily routine. Within these pages you will uncover:

– Ideas to restore your mental, emotional and physical well-being
– Simple breathing exercises and grounding rituals to help reduce stress and anxiety
– How to find joy in the everyday to lift your spirits
– Insightful quotes to help you connect with your inner strength

With 365 Days of Healing, you will feel empowered to change your story, recover from past traumas and take charge of your life all year round.

Dive into this deck of 52 cards containing delicious cocktail recipes, both classic and modern. The box also includes a pocket-sized booklet and stand for displaying the recipe cards.

Bottoms up! Whether you’re a mixologist in the making or looking for new ideas to refresh your repertoire, let The Cocktail Deck help to make any occasion one to remember.

From the crowd-pleasing classics such as the Margarita and Piña Colada to modern must-know recipes like the Paper Plane and White Negroni, this beautifully illustrated deck includes over 50 recipes to spark your imagination, as well as a handy booklet full of expert tips and techniques on blending the perfect drink.

This is an ideal gift for all those who appreciate the unique alchemy of cocktail making.

– Box includes 52 individual cards and a 16-page booklet with extra cocktail tips, tricks and presentation ideas
– Display your cocktail recipe in the high-quality wooden stand as you create the perfect sip
– Each card features a bespoke illustration

Conjure the magic within you with this modern guide to the ancient art of spell work and manifestation – all you need is a little hocus focus

Including a variety of spells for every place and occasion – and tips and tricks on how to cast them – this enchanting book is the perfect introduction to invoking the universal energies at your disposal. Complete with fill-in sections to chronicle your experiences, these pages will teach you how to:

– Enrich your life with the power of intention

– Use spells for healing, reflection, self-care and self-discovery

– Harness the energy of the new moon to call in your deepest desires

– Connect with the wisdom of the natural world, familiars and spirit guides

This collection of rituals will guide you to a path of infinite possibilities, help you develop your unique gifts and abilities, and set you well on your way to creating the life you have always wanted.

The dogs in this book won’t be donning red cloaks and tight, blue costumes. But they do have extraordinary abilities and out-of-this-world stories that make them super in their own right.

From fictional dogs to war-time dogs, faithful dogs to working dogs, life-saving dogs to dogs in space and science, the stories in this book tell the adventures of courageous, trustworthy and dutiful dogs, reminding us of the true worth of having a canine as a companion.

Clear away the clutter of takeaway tins and bring a new dawn to your student kitchen with this fresh edition of the original Student Grub cookbook – the original (and best!) cookbook for university newbies. As essential in every student’s kitchen as shot glasses and hangover cures, this easy-to-follow guide contains everything from basic recipes to world cuisine.

Whether you need inspiration for a post-pub snack or want to impress your date with a three-course culinary spectacular, this book will help launch you into a lifetime of good food.

Show your awesome dad just how much he means to you with this heartfelt collection of quotes and timeless wisdom

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

These pages offer a curated collection of witty thoughts and wise quotations about the joys and quirks of fatherhood. Whatever you want your message to be – moving, kind or just plain funny – pay tribute to your number-one guy with this perfect keepsake.

This is for the dads who:
– Build the coolest dens from a load of old junk
– Love embarrassing you whenever there’s a dancefloor involved
– Tell the most groan-worthy gags
– Provide a first-rate taxi service and never charge a penny

There’s nobody quite like your dad. Show him how much you care with a meaningful gift celebrating everything that makes him the best dad ever.

Immerse yourself in the uplifting pages of this beautiful little book, filled with inspiring and motivational quotes from the world’s best writers, leaders and thinkers.

Within this charming volume you will find a dose of happiness on every page. Featuring the wise words of luminaries ranging from Emily Dickinson to Mahatma Ghandi, and from Leo Tolstoy to Lao Tzu, this book will inspire your heart and ease your mind, helping you to see beauty in the everyday and inviting you to bask in the glow of positive thinking.

With one pearl of wisdom per page, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who is looking for a spark of inspiration. It’s a pocket-sized reminder that there is joy to be found all around us.

Happiness makes up in height for what it lacks in length.

Robert Frost


Find ecstasy in life; the mere sense of living is joy enough.

Emily Dickinson


The best way to cheer yourself up is to try to cheer somebody else up.

Mark Twain

A beautiful, heartfelt collection of romantic words and powerful affirmations of love – the perfect gift, whatever the occasion, for the one who has captured your heart

You are my everything

For the person you can’t live without – the one who puts butterflies in your stomach and a smile in your heart; your best friend and closest confidant all in one – this book will show that special someone how much they mean to you.

Writers and poets have long looked for the perfect way to say “I love you”. This charming book brings together some of the most soul-stirring expressions of passion, from lovers old and new – from Sappho and Rumi to modern-day romantics like Kahlil Gibran and Sally Rooney.

Let these sweet reminders of the power of love set those butterflies aflutter:
– You are my guiding star in the night sky
– You are my now and forever
– Our love story was written in the stars
– I love you to the moon and back

Show your one true love how much they mean to you with this heartfelt collection of creative date ideas and amorous quotes

Spending time with the one you love makes every day special, and this little book of charming date ideas gives you new ways to sweep your partner off their feet. Filled with inspiration and romance, this book is a gorgeous gift for that special someone to show them how much you care. With novel suggestions such as whisking them away for a beach-front picnic, cooking a romantic three course meal or watching the stars from your back garden, this book is packed with many ways to light a spark in your love life.

As well as dreamy date ideas, this book is also filled with thoughtful and profound quotes about love. Be inspired by the beautiful words of poets and writers, and explore the most passionate ways to tell your partner, “I Love You”.

Tune in to you

This tracker is a useful tool to help you map out your overall well-being over time. Whether you want to check in with yourself and track daily habits or learn about what shapes your emotions, this book is the perfect place to start.

With monthly trackers to record sleep, exercise and more, plus a selection of activities to let your creativity flow, this journal helps you practise daily self-care for lasting health and happiness.

Calmness is within your reach.

With a little bit of help, the methods of truly relaxing your mind and body, of letting go of stresses and strains, can be learned, practised and perfected.

Bursting with tips, centring statements and soothing activities, How to Be Calm will help you to feel more at ease in the world and better equipped to deal with the things that really matter.

There are plenty of reasons to embrace veganism – for environmental, ethical or health reasons, and many more!

This easy-to-digest guide, packed with practical tips on vegan living, from food and drink to clothes and shopping, will inspire you to enjoy all that’s best about an ETHICAL AND ANIMAL-FREE LIFESTYLE.

‘To be an artist is to believe in life.’
Henry Moore
DRAW MORE – PAINT BETTER – CREATE NOW!
This colourful little book of uplifting quotes and tailored tips delivers motivational sparks and creative signposts for artists. Read it, doodle in it, turn it into an inspirational collage – whatever you do it, the aim is simple: to get you creating art!

Discover the ancient language of the universe, decipher its messages and unravel its mysteries – all you need is this book and your own intuitive powers

Has a song ever popped into your head only for you to hear it on the radio a minute later? Does the same sequence of numbers follow you wherever you go? This could be more than a coincidence. The universe is always pointing you in the right direction – all you have to do is heed its whispers.

Filled with advice and inspiration, this book will be your essential guide to reading the universe. Complete with fill-in sections to chronicle your experiences, learn how to:

– Ask for and manifest guidance from the universe

– Interpret common signs, synchronicities and their meanings

– Unlock your unconscious and reconnect with your inner voice

It’s time to discover your true path and find magic and meaning in the everyday. The cosmos is ready and waiting to guide you in your endeavours.

Take a little calm with you wherever you go
Filled with practical tips, life-affirming statements and helpful suggestions for soothing activities, this beautiful pocket-sized book will help you to feel more at ease in the world and better equipped to deal with the things that really matter.

You don’t need a huge space to have a beautiful garden! This book is the perfect beginner’s guide to micro-gardening, featuring tips on how to start, what to choose and how to grow over 20 types of indoor and outdoor plants.

Have you ever been curious about gardening, but lacked an outdoor space? Or are you a pro gardener looking for your next creative horticultural challenge? Then this book is for you!

Whether you want to attract local pollinators, grow a handy collection of herbs for your kitchen, create a relaxing indoor oasis, or enjoy the simple pleasure of watching something grow, My Tiny Window Garden is bursting with tips and ideas to help you get started. You will find:

The basics of micro-gardening
– Troubleshooting tips
– Plant profiles to help you choose what to grow
– Craft ideas to help you style your plants

Perfect for both budding gardeners and seasoned experts looking for seeds of inspiration, this book will hone your green fingers and help you cultivate your very own tiny window garden.

If you want to know your Freud from your Jung and your Milgram from your Maslow, strap in for this whirlwind tour of the highlights of psychology. Including accessible primers on:

– The early thinkers who contributed to psychological ideas and the birth of modern psychology
– Famous (and often controversial) experiments and their repercussions
– What psychology can teach us about memory, language, conformity, reasoning and emotions
– The ethics of psychological studies
– Recent developments in the modern fields of evolutionary and cyber psychology.

This illuminating little book will introduce you to the key thinkers, themes and theories you need to know to understand how the study of mind and behaviour has sculpted the world we live in and the way we think today.

You’ve received the happiest of news: you’re going to be a parent! So what’s next?


Top Tips for New Parents has advice on everything from what to prepare before your bundle of joy arrives to practical tips for settling in with your new addition to the family. This little book is the perfect companion for your greatest adventure.

Learn how cause and effect can help you shape your destiny with this guide to the principles of karma
What goes around comes around

One kind act can go a long way, and even the smallest deed can have a profound impact. Learn how to tap into the awesome power of karma with this little book, offering everything you need to know about this ancient source of spiritual wisdom.

Discover the basic laws and principles of karma and how to apply them to your life, as well as the simple steps you can take to get you started on your karmic journey. With tips on how to be kinder to the planet, your community and yourself, these pages will help you embrace karma and invite more positivity into every day.

This little book offers all you need to shape your future, encourage positive energy and achieve greater inner peace. You’ll soon find that just a few small acts of kindness and compassion can brighten your outlook and bring balance to your life.

Discover the benefits of reiki with this beginner’s guide to what it is and how you can introduce the technique into your daily routine for a healthier, happier life

Reiki is a Japanese complementary therapy with the aim of bringing balance and well-being to the body, mind and spirit. Drawing on the energy of the universe, it seeks to direct and apply this life force to restore health and harmony in the individual.

Within these pages, you will find everything you need to know about this holistic healing practice, including:
– The history and etymology of reiki
– The five principles to live by
– What chakras are and how they are used in reiki
– How to set intentions and use visualization
– Techniques and exercises to practise self-reiki

Step into the world of reiki and find out how you can tap into the energy around you and use it to nurture and nourish yourself physically, emotionally and spiritually.

Discover the true tales of extraordinary felines with this heart-warming and inspirational collection, perfect for fans of A Streetcat Named Bob and Nala’s World

Meet some of the world’s most incredible real-life cat heroes in this awesome compendium of true stories, including:
– Scarlett, the brave mother who went into a burning building five times to rescue her kittens.
– Emily, the cat who survived an epic journey across the Atlantic trapped in a shipping container from America to France.
– Oscar, the care-home cat who predicts when residents are about to pass on and comforts them in their final hours.

Whether they’re testing the boundaries of their nine lives or demonstrating unusual talents, cats are always full of surprises. In Super Cats, prepare to meet the most surprising of all.

From loyal companions who put their lives at risk to help others to intuitive cats who detected danger when no one else did, these extraordinary felines will capture your heart and make you marvel at their astonishing powers.

Have you ever wondered who fired the first British shot of World War One? Or who claimed the glory of downing the Red Baron? And what has Winnie the Pooh got to do with it all?

Telling the stories of the battles, the aircraft, the weapons, the soldiers, the poets, the campaigns and the many heroes, Norman Ferguson delves deep into the history of the ‘Great War’. Through anecdotes and statistics, and drawing on letters, speeches and official reports, this comprehensive miscellany is a compelling guide to a war that transformed and marked forever the course of twentieth-century history.

It’s time to start changing your life

The universe is ready to give you what you want, if you’re willing to make the right moves. Whether you dream of improving your health, career, finances or love life, the powerful practice of manifestation may just hold the key.
This beginner’s guide is here to explain what manifesting is, how it works, and the simple steps you can take to get started. Based on the law of attraction and the principle of visualization, the core methods and techniques in this book will help you identify and progress towards your goals, and maintain the momentum once you get going.

Bring your aspirations into being and cultivate positive energy in all areas of your life by embracing and absorbing these insights:
– Learn what manifestation is and isn’t, and how it calls for your commitment
– Discover the history of manifestation, how it has evolved and why it’s become so popular
– Find out how to tailor manifestation practices to land a dream job, find your soulmate or nurture your physical well-being
– Understand the value of the concepts of intention, vibration and visualization
– Grasp the meanings and methods behind common manifesting phrases such as “ask, believe, receive” and “ask the universe”