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Having a good old moan about little everyday frustrations is a quintessential part of being British, and when it comes to barmy bureaucracy we can really get our knickers in a twist! This book collects the most mind-boggling and side-splitting examples of potty political correctness, ridiculous red tape and well-intentioned (but ultimately wacky) warnings from across bonkers Britain today.
Discover the ‘infallible logic’ that inspired a toy manufacturer to point out to customers that its plastic broomstick doesn’t really fly, the ‘dutiful consideration’ that led to sex being described as ‘cooperative physical fitness’, and the ‘forward thinking’ that resulted in a sign advising against hogging the middle lane being displayed on a two-lane motorway. But be warned: this book may induce bouts of uncontrollable laughter and should only be used by those properly trained in lifting books and turning pages.

You know you’re having a senior moment when you decide it’s time to pull up your socks – and realize you forgot to put any on!

Age is just a number and you’re only as old as you feel, but if you’re heading into your golden years and you’re certifiably “no spring chicken”, you might benefit from browsing through the pages of this tongue-in-cheek book to help you decide if your marbles just need a polish or you’ve well and truly lost them!

Inside you’ll find examples of classic “senior moments”, such as:

– Ringing a friend to ask them for their phone number.
– Getting annoyed at the fact that your all-in-one remote won’t open your garage door.
– Going to the store for milk and coming home with a new dog collar, rawl plugs, some plant pots that were on special offer… but no milk.
– Feeling frustrated by your computer’s instructions to “press any key”, when there’s no “Any” key on your keyboard.
With a sprinkling of reassuring quotes from fellow old-timers, this collection will help you see the funny side of getting older (but not necessarily wiser).

A beautiful, heartfelt collection of wise words and powerful affirmations of love – the perfect gift to show you care, whatever the occasion

Love conquers all

Does your love for your partner leave you speechless? Luckily, all the romantic things you could ever hope to express to your special someone have already been said – and by folks much wiser and more eloquent than us love-struck mortals. So let this collection of tender, starry-eyed and passionate quotes do the talking, and show how much your beloved means to you. It’s a beautifully eloquent expression of love and desire, and the perfect gift for the one who has captured your heart.

This charming book brings together loving words from great romantics through the ages – from Rumi to Zelda Fitzgerald and from Pablo Neruda to Taylor Swift – and sweet reminders of the power of love, such as:
– A true love story never ends
– You feel like coming home
– Love will lead the way
– When I met you, I found me
– You complete me

Escape the frantic pace of the everyday, reconnect with your wild side and discover the healing power of swimming outdoors

Nature is a balm for both the body and soul – and nothing comes close to the exhilaration of that first stroke in a lake, river or sea. Whether you’ve already taken the plunge or simply want to dip a toe in, this beautiful book is brimming with all the tips and inspiration you need to harness the invigorating benefits of wild swimming.
Within these pages you will discover:

· Why we are drawn to water, how it can wash away stress and enhance our well-being

· How to plan safe swims, finesse your kit bag and take the perfect underwater photo

· A collection of colour photographs of spectacular swim spots for your dip list

The great outdoors is waiting for you, so get out into the fresh air, find your way back to nature and set yourself free.

‘This is suicide!’ Manuel screamed frantically.
So begins an amazing true story of a journey to Antarctica in a 27-foot sailing boat. After travelling through South America to Tierra del Fuego, the only continent David had never visited beckoned to him across treacherous waters. Ships booked for scientific expeditions wouldn’t take him, and tourist cruises didn’t appeal. Then he saw a little boat in the harbour, its name hand-painted in red on the hull: Berserk.
Together with a ‘crazy Viking’ and a down-on-his-luck Argentinian, the author set sail to follow Shackleton’s voyage with little idea of the tumultuous storms, mishaps and emergencies that loomed on the journey to the world’s coldest and most inaccessible continent. He brilliantly recounts their experience of the huge waves, the bleak darkness and the delicate balance of personalities where a mutiny was always in the air.

Keep track of your sleep

This tracker is a handy tool to help you record your sleep over time. Whether you want to understand the patterns and quality of your sleep, or identify what’s keeping you up at night, this book is the ideal place to start.

Including a monthly sleep tracker, daily logs, calming activities and more, this journal not only helps you to understand your sleeping habits, but also guides you to improve them.

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.

Test your football knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia

Discover word searches, riddles, crosswords, spot-the-differences and much more in this fun-filled activity book for football lovers. Whether you’re diving through a maze to make an incredible save or trying to match the pairs of football boots, this book is guaranteed to be a favourite for all who enjoy the game.

Football fans love a bit of trivia, and this entertaining puzzle book is filled with all kinds of exciting facts, games and activities to whet your quizzing appetite. Put your knowledge to the test and wow your friends with your expertise.

Hone your puzzling skills by pitting your wits against challenges such as:

– Helping the ball find the goal in a puzzling maze
– Locating the names of European clubs hidden in a word search
– Unscrambling the names of iconic international players
– Spotting the differences between two scenes as a crowd of fans celebrates a winning goal

Dads deserve a major shout-out for everything that makes them great.

This little book, filled with top-quality quotes and standout statements, will let your dad know just how much you love him. It’s the perfect keepsake to remind him that he really is the world’s best dad.

Forget lame jokes and dad dancing – as far as fathers go, yours is seriously cool.

Crammed with quality quotes and statements to remind him what a legend he is, this little book is the ideal gift for a perfectly Rad Dad.

Celebrate everything you love about you mother with this little book, filled with hand-picked quotes and thoughtful words to show her just how incredible she is. It’s the perfect keepsake to remind her that she really is the world’s best mum.

Ain’t no ‘hood like motherhood

It’s the hardest job on earth and you do it all fuelled up on nothing but coffee, chaos and cuddles. Let this book of quotes and statements remind you what a freaking badass you are!

Are you ready for the World Cup? It’s time to warm up for another roller coaster ride…

Calling all footie fanatics! Put your knowledge of the beautiful game to the test with this quiz book, packed full of puzzles, stats and little-known facts.

Whether it’s chatting to a mate on a pre-match pub trip or to keep calm during a tense half time in front of the TV, every football fan loves a bit of trivia. Use this fact-packed quiz and puzzle book to gen up on World Cup legends such as Ronaldo and Messi and prepare to impress your friends with your fantastic football knowledge. Featuring brain-teasing puzzles, tricky true-or-false questions and hilarious “what happened next?” scenarios, this quiz book is guaranteed to keep you entertained until the final whistle.

– Have a go at guessing the top ten most expensive football players
– Discover who scored the worst-ever World Cup own goal
– Find out which World Cup match saw the same player booked three times
– Prepare yourself for penalties with stats on perfect shootouts and miserable misses

If you’re intrigued by the question “What makes us human?”, strap in for this whirlwind tour of the highlights of anthropology

From the first steps of our prehistoric ancestors, to the development of complex languages, to the intricacies of religions and cultures across the world, diverse factors have shaped the human species as we know it. Anthropology strives to untangle this fascinating web of history to work out who we were in the past, what that means for human beings today and who we might be tomorrow.

This pocket-sized introduction includes accessible primers on:
– Influential anthropologists such as Franz Boas, Margaret Mead and Ruth Benedict
– The key branches of anthropology, from physical and linguistic anthropology to archaeology
– How anthropologists study topics such as communication, identity, sex and gender, religion and culture
– How we can approach one of life’s most enduring questions: what is it that truly makes us human?

This illuminating little book will introduce you to the key thinkers, themes and theories you need to know to understand the development of human beings, and how our history has informed the way we live today. A perfect gift for anyone taking their first steps into the world of anthropology, as well as for those who want to brush up their knowledge.

You’re at your best when you’re doing what you love, so follow your passions and let your inner light shine out!

This little book, packed with inspiring quotes and uplifting statements, is here to help you dazzle the world with your brightest, happiest self.

With a positive outlook and a bit of determination, nothing in life can hold you back!

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 and give you a boost.

This heartfelt collection of quotes and statements is to let you know just how much you mean to me. Quite simply, I love you.

Let your mum know just how much you care with this delightful collection of heart-warming quotes and sentimental statements

There’s nobody quite like a mother – she’s always there for you, no matter what, giving comfort, counsel and care. And, however old you are, you’ll never stop being her child!

She deserves the sun, moon and stars, but if you can’t manage that this little book is the next best thing. Inside you’ll find a host of glittering quotations from around the world – whether from actors, writers, musicians or leaders from all walks of life, they all have something heartfelt and inspiring to say about their relationship with their mum or about their experience of being a mum. To make it even more special, there’s a sprinkling of sentimental statements illustrating the kind and generous things mothers are known for best.

This is the perfect love bomb to let your mum know she’s the world’s greatest!

This collection of simple, budget-friendly recipes is the ultimate pocket guide to one-pot, fuss-free cooking

To enjoy flavourful, satisfying meals every night, embrace the joys of one-pot cooking!

Whether you need a quick weeknight meal, a menu plan that won’t break the bank or you want to cook to impress, this little book has you covered. All made in one vessel – whether it’s a pot, pan or tin – these recipes allow you to cook delicious, fuss-free food with maximum taste and minimal hassle.

Within these pages you will find:
– Recipes for air-fryers, slow cookers, hobs and ovens
– Meals for every occasion – from quick weeknight favourites to delicious date-night treats
– Budget-friendly recipes to help keep costs down
– A variety of vegetarian and vegan-friendly options

There’s nothing that hits the spot quite like a home-cooked meal, so whether you’re a pro in the kitchen or just starting out, dive into this book to take the stress out of dinnertime.

Can you recall the year that the Dracula fish was discovered?


Do you know the height and location of the world’s tallest building?


Remember the company that discovered a way to convert water and CO2 into fuel?




This unique trivia compendium presents an illustrated snapshot of the world twenty years after the new millennium.


Taking stock of the most impressive achievements, terrific disasters and marvellous innovations that have changed our world, 2020 brings together top twenties of fascinating facts and figures on subjects ranging from life-saving technological advancements to freak weather phenomena, outstanding sporting achievements to unexpected political shake-ups.  


Whatever your interests, you’ll be amazed, amused, surprised and enlightened by this testament to the catastrophic lows and unbelievable highs of human endeavour.

So this is surfing in Britain, I told myself as I grumpily walked up a slope of wet rocks and wispy beach grass, trying to keep a foothold as rain and wind both tried their utmost to send me skidding back down to the freezing beach below.

Tom Anderson has always loved surfing – anywhere except the UK. But a chance encounter leads him to a series of adventures on home surf… As he visits the popular haunts and secret gems of British surfing he meets the Christians who pray for waves (and get them), loses a competition to a non-existent surfer, is nearly drowned in the River Severn and has a watery encounter with a pedigree sheep. All this rekindles his love affair with the freezing fun that is surfing the North Atlantic.

‘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.

Have you ever experienced the heart-wrenching grief of a brownie stuck to its tin? Does the thought of separating egg yolks from their whites bring you out in a cold sweat? Do you dream of one day serving up a batch of fresh cookies, perfectly uniform in size? These and dozens of other baking dilemmas are solved with Baking Hacks, your trusty guide to making culinary creativity that little bit easier. Whether you’re a dab hand with a whisk looking for some time-saving hints, or a newcomer to the world of baking who wants simple ways to impress, this handy manual is packed with foolproof tips and nifty tricks to help you and your cakes rise to any occasion.

Test your rugby knowledge with this exciting collection of puzzles and trivia

Discover wordsearches, riddles, crosswords, spot-the-differences and much more in this fun-filled activity book for rugby lovers. Whether you’re trying to match the pairs of rugby shirts or locating world-famous stadiums, this book is guaranteed to be a favourite for all who enjoy the game.

Rugby fans love a bit of trivia, and this entertaining puzzle book is filled with all kinds of interesting facts, games and activities to whet your quizzing appetite. Put your knowledge to the test and wow your friends with your expertise.

Hone your puzzling skills by pitting your wits against challenges such as:
– Locating all the items of a rugby kit hidden in a wordsearch
– Unscrambling the names of iconic international players
– Spotting the differences between two scenes of a crunching tackle
– Guessing which year Italy last won a game in the Six Nations, and other fascinating trivia