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Book SynopsisMaster your massage techniques like never before and pamper yourself properly with this all-encompassing guide to massaging. Introducing Neal''s Yard Remedies: Complete Massage- a one-stop health book with everything you need to know about the health benefits of massaging, from effleurage to epineuria!Whether you''re interested in becoming a massage therapist or considering taking a short course, this complete guide to every aspect of massage is the only reference book you''ll need.With passion in every page, this massage book includes:-Featuring a diverse range of massage techniques both popular and lesser known-Photographs with detailed annotations to make even the most advanced techniques easy to master-Bespoke massage sequences from treating over 20 common complaints -Take-away self-massage suggestions to provide an at-home tool kit to help treat conditions and assist in recoveryBefore getting started, Neal''s Trade ReviewWhether you're a massage beginner looking to pick up some tips, or simply want to discover the wellness benefits, this beautiful guide will set you on your way. * Happiful *All you've ever wanted to know about the art of massage. * Woman's Weekly *"Will help you give a soothing massage." * Top Sante *

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Book SynopsisTanith Carey is a journalist and author. Her writing has been featured in The Telegraph, The Times, and New York Daily News. She has also appeared on TV and radio, including on Radio 4's Woman's Hour, ITV's This Morning, and Good Morning Britain. She has two children.Dr. Angharad Rudkin is a clinical psychologist and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society, and has worked with families for more than 15 years. She has a therapy practice and teaches clinical child psychology at the University of Southampton. She regularly contributes to the national press and appears on TV and radio. She has three children.

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Book SynopsisA Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian is bestselling author Marina Lewycka''s hilarious and award winning debut novel, now available as a Penguin Essential for the first time. ''Two years after my mother died, my father fell in love with a glamorous blonde Ukrainian divorcée. He was eighty-four and she was thirty-six. She exploded into our lives like a fluffy pink grenade, churning up the murky water, bringing to the surface a sludge of sloughed-off memories, giving the family ghosts a kick up the backside.'' Sisters Vera and Nadezhda must aside a lifetime of feuding to save their émigré engineer father from voluptuous gold-digger Valentina. With her proclivity for green satin underwear and boil-in-the-bag cuisine, she will stop at nothing in her pursuit of Western wealth.But the sisters'' campaign to oust Valentina unearths family secrets, uncovers fifty years of Europe''s darkest history and sends them back to roots they''d much rather forget . . .''It''s rare to find a first novel that gets so much right . . . Lewycka is a seriously talented comic writer'' Time Out''Hugely enjoyable . . . yields a golden harvest of family truths'' Daily Telegraph''Delightful, funny, touching'' SpectatorTrade ReviewIt's rare to find a first novel that gets so much right . . . Lewycka is a seriously talented comic writer * Time Out *More than just a jolly romp with political undertones is the way it captures the peculiar flavour of Eastern European immigrant life . . . a very rich mixture indeed, as well as very enjoyable reading * Daily Express *Funny, gritty, original ... one I adore * Independent *Remarkable, a lovely novel * Sunday Telegraph *An extraordinary read . . . nothing short of amazing. A rare treat, all too easy to gulp down in one greedy sitting * Spectator *Outstanding * Literary Review *Extremely funny * The Times *Intelligent, lively, well written and compassionate * Financial Times *Ploughs a rich comic furrow * Daily Telegraph *A clever, touching story * Economist *Mad and hilarious * Grazia *Hilarious * The Times *A delightful first novel . . . an understanding of history, a profundity, and yet a lightness of touch, that are a joy... funny and touching * The Daily Mail *Hugely enjoyable . . . yields a golden harvest of family truths * The Times *Memorably inventive, unexpectedly moving * Daily Telegraph *Wit, humour, sparkling dialogue, vivid characterization and generous spirit. Food for thought and a great read * Daily Mail *Enthralling * Sunday Times *Thought-provoking, uproariously funny, a comic feast. A riotous oil painting of senility, lust and greed * TLS *More than just a jolly romp with political undertones is the way it captures the peculiar flavour of Eastern European immigrant life . . . a very rich mixture indeed, as well as very enjoyable reading * The Times *A delightful first novel . . . an understanding of history, a profundity, and yet a lightness of touch, that are a joy . . . funny, touching and completely convincing * The Spectator *

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Book SynopsisDr Martha Deiros Collado is @dr.martha.psychologist. She has created a hugely successful social media platform sharing connection over control in parenting, based on nearly two decades as a clinical psychologist. She has met with thousands of families in therapy over the course of her career working in paediatric medical teams within the NHS.Over time, her work has changed and adapted, influenced by new scientific developments alongside her learnings from clinical experience she manages to deftly mix scientific knowledge with practical application. Martha has been shaped by an international background, a multi-cultural upbringing and her coming into motherhood.

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Book Synopsis''The ultimate guide and go-to book for all things gut health, written by an expert'' Rhiannon Lambert, BSc MSc RNutr, founder of RhitritionRevolutionise your gut health with this simple plan from an expert dietitianGet on board with the 30 plant challenge! Gut health goes far beyond the stomach - it is linked to how your metabolism, brain and body functions, and even to your mental wellbeing. As much as 70 per cent of your immune system lives in your gut too, so getting it into optimal condition has never been more important. The latest research shows that eating a diverse range of 30 plants a week and getting 30g of fibre a day is the best way to optimise your gut health. This book is the first to combine the two into one simple plan, and will show you just how easy and delicious doing both can be. With 60 mouthwatering recipes and dozens of practical tips and tricks for maximising your intake of plants - fruit, veg, nuts, seeds, legumes, sprouts and more ... - this is the future of plant-based eating. And best of all, it''s not restrictive! Expert dietitian Catherine Rabess shows that the key to gut health is diversity, not restriction.

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Book SynopsisDr Susan Kahn is a business psychologist, coach and consultant. As a coach, she works with individuals and their organizations to help them develop and enhance their authentic leadership style. She is also a lecturer at Birkbeck, University of London, teaching coaching and organizational psychology, and is a faculty member at the School of Life working with businesses to develop their emotional intelligence. She is based in London, UKTrade Review"Dr Susan Kahn has that rare ability of being able to communicate complex ideas into accessible, practical applications. She encourages us to never give up hope, to connect, to reconnect and re-emerge chrysalis-like to face the world anew. Truly a book for our times." * Prof Andreas Liefooghe, founder, Operation Centaur *"An invaluable tool for those considering a change in career or just wanting the opportunity to reinvent themselves." * Zoe Sinclair, cofounder, This Can Happen *"An inspiring guide for planning - and believing in - meaningful change." * Shahroo Izadi, behavioural change specialist and author of The Kindness Method *"Offers energy, excitement and heartwarming inspiration to anyone interested in learning from those whose life path has taken a twist or turn they did not expect, or necessarily choose." * Rachel Ellison MBE, leadership coach and author *"Highly recommend for anyone wanting to take a well-considered approach to planning their career." * Dr. Natalie Lancer, Chair, British Psychological Society’s Division of Coaching Psychology *"Beautifully balances the theory with the practical, the honest with the hopeful, and the need to find acceptance with the need to find courage. This book brings together a range of different perspectives and tools to help reinventors to navigate this often-messy process and, most importantly, invites them to find self-compassion and look inside for answers." * Pauline McNulty, Co-founder, Playfilled *"The insights are thoroughly grounded in psychological theory and philosophy, but the practical nature of the book and the wonderful examples make it both entertaining and genuinely useful." * Raul Aparici, coach, facilitator and Head of Faculty, The School of Life *"Completely resonates with the current times. A warm and encouraging approach underpinned by depth of experience and research that shines through." * Nicola Grant, founder, She2 Leadership *"I love Susan Kahn's work. The way she blends social science and personal insight makes her work readable and valuable in equal measure. As this book shows." * Daniel Finkelstein OBE, journalist and author of Hitler, Stalin, Mum and Dad *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: On reinvention; Chapter - 01: The cycle of work life; Chapter - 02: Begin with the endings; Chapter - 03: Planning your future self; Section - TWO: On redefining yourself; Chapter - 04: Inside your mind; Chapter - 05: The age of reinvention; Chapter - 06: Leader or follower?; Section - THREE: On transformation; Chapter - 07: From stuck to unstuck; Chapter - 08: Build your support network; Chapter - 09: Closing thoughts; Chapter - 10: References;

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Book SynopsisA new and lasting approach to changing others and ourselves, from a world-leading psychologist at Stanford University

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Book SynopsisOne morning in March 2021 with the second wave of infections ripping through Ireland where he was newly resident, Mark Lanegan woke up breathless, fatigued beyond belief, his body burdened with a gigantic dose of Covid-19. Admitted to Kerry Hospital and initially given little hope of survival, Lanegan''s illness has him slipping in and out of a coma, unable to walk or function for several months and fearing for his life.As his situation becomes more intolerable over the course of that bleakest of springs he is assaulted by nightmares, visions and regrets about a life lived on the edge of chaos and disorder. He is prompted to consider his predicament and how, in his sixth decade, his lifelong battle with mortality has led to this final banal encounter with a disease that has undone millions, when he has apparently been cheating death for his whole existence.Written in vignettes of prose and poetry, DEVIL IN A COMA is a terrifying account of illness and the remorse thaTrade ReviewDevil in a Coma offers a pleasingly bitter counterpoint to the clap-for-carers mood of the times * Uncut *Compelling . . . When he eventually does sing again, Mark Lanegan has the record of a lifetime to make * Mojo *Devil in a Coma is fired by Lanegan's expressionistic prose and visceral poetry . . . his writing is exhilarating and unexpectedly funny * i newspaper *This slight but weighty volume only adds to the man's muscular and vivid - in every sense of the word - body of work -- Kitty Empire * Observer *Lanegan doesn't tread softly or treat himself easily. Maintaining the commitment to the unvarnished truth of Sing Backwards..., he presents himself as a nightmare hospital patient and a flawed human being. But shades of humour illuminate the darkness judiciously * Record Collector *Shades of humour illuminate the dark judiciously. -- Kevin Harley * Record Collector *This latest title is a must-have for Lanegan fans, or anyone left hungry for more of his pitch-black wit -- DAVID NOBAKHT * Buzz Mag *

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Book Synopsis''Oh Miriam! risks the curse of the sequel, and pulls it off . . . A force of nature, a tour de farce. Bold, brave and bright, but also revealing, shocking and touching. Miriam is an icon, a cocksucker - and the star of her show'' ROBERT McCRUM, Independent''Our naughtiest national treasure . . . famously filthy, funny and phlegmatic . . . Oh Miriam! is Margolyes''s manifesto for a fulfilled life . . . She loves to tell it straight. And the older she gets, the straighter she tells it'' SIMON HATTENSTONE, Guardian''Irrepressible . . . A life-enhancing rollercoaster of a ride . . . this book is like Margolyes herself - outspoken, ebullient and unexpectedly wise'' EMMA LEE-POTTER, Daily Express''Snortingly funny . . . deliciously unbridled . . . There is something heroic in her unruliness. Let Miriam take the lead and enjoy the show'' RHIK SAMADDER, Observer''Insanely interesting, full of profanity and profundity, Oh Miriam!''s title comes from all the people who have ever exclaimed her name in every tone from horror to hilarity; and her unfiltered personality leaps off the page - honesty, kindness, generosity, sanity, erudition, outspokenness'' SUZANNE HARRINGTON, Irish Examiner''Endearingly eccentric'' WOMEN''S WEEKLY From declaring my love to Vanessa Redgrave to being fed cockroaches by Steve Buscemi, from turnip-based comedy with Blackadder to being farted on by Arnold Schwarzenegger, from Graham Norton''s sofa to Alan Cumming''s camper van, my life has been (and continues to be) an uproarious adventure.Oh Miriam! has been such a constant refrain in my life, said in all kinds of tones - laughs, surprised gasps and orgasmic sighs (I''m hoping for all of those from you as you read on!) - that it had to be the title of this book. And with a cast list that stretches from Churchill to DiCaprio, Dahl to Dietrich, Princess Margaret to Maggie Smith, I''ve so much more to tell you and so much more to say.My chapters range from ''How to Stay Married'' to ''Don''t Let the Bastards Get You Down''. Discover how to break the thickest conversational ice; why swearing is actually good for you (though not on the Today programme); the unexpected things I learned at school and what my Spice Girl name would be. Not to mention my Tale of the Unexpected and my very own Vagina Monologue.Buckle up and join me on another unforgettable adventure, but this time through my heart and head . . .

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Book SynopsisJeff Goins dismantles the myth that being creative is a hindrance to success by revealing how an artistic temperament is a competitive advantage in the marketplace.?The myth of the starving artist has dominated our culture, seeping into the minds of creative people and stifling their pursuits. The truth is that the world''s most successful artists did not starve. In fact, they capitalized on the power of their creative strength.In Real Artists Don''t Starve, bestselling author and creativity expert Jeff Goins debunks the myth of the starving artist by unveiling the ideas that created it and replacing them with 14 rules for artists to thrive, including: Steal from your influences (don''t wait for inspiration) Collaborate with others (working alone is a surefire way to starve) Take strategic risks (instead of reckless ones) Make money in order to make more art (it''s not selling out) Apprentice und

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Book SynopsisA Sunday Times BestsellerHave you ever had a strange urge to jump from a tall building, or steer your car into oncoming traffic? You are not alone. In this captivating fusion of science, history and personal memoir, writer David Adam explores the weird thoughts that exist within every mind, and how they drive millions of us towards obsessions and compulsions.'One of the best and most readable studies of a mental illness to have emerged in recent years . . . an honest and open and, yes, maybe life-changing work' - Matt Haig, Observer Told with fierce clarity, humour and urgent lyricism, this extraordinary book is both the haunting story of a personal nightmare, and a fascinating doorway into the darkest corners of our minds.David has suffered from obsessive compulsive disoder (OCD) for twenty years, and The Man Who Couldn't Stop is his unflinchingly honest attempt to understand the condition and his experiTrade ReviewClear-sighted and eminently accessible ... a fundamentally important book that will bring a breath of fresh understanding to sufferers - as well as mental-health professionals, and family and friends of anyone who exhibits symptoms of OCD. I urge anyone to buy it. It will make you think again * Sunday Times *A fascinating study of the living nightmare that is obsessive compulsive disorder ... one of the best and most readable studies of a mental illness to have emerged in recent years ... an honest and open and, yes, maybe life-changing work -- Matt Haig * Observer *Combines a scientific account of OCD from ancient times to the most recent research with passages of tenderly written memoir * Telegraph *The Man Who Couldn't Stop is quite simply book of the year, on living with OCD: just buy it now -- Adam RutherfordSuperb... A brave and helpful contribution to deepening our understanding of the intricate complexities of mental ill-health * The Times *Adam recounts his journey with humour and detachment * Literary Review *[An] engaging, exhaustively researched neuro memoir, a blend of brain science and personal history * Evening Standard *This blew me away. Stunning -- Ian Sample * Guardian *An insider's tour of the OCD brain, providing insight into the cultural and scientific evolution of how we view and treat a disorder that affects up to 3% of people worldwide * Nature *A captivating first-person account of how a blizzard of unwanted thoughts can become a personal nightmare. At times shocking, at times tragic, at times unbelievably funny, it is a wonderful read * Focus *A lucid, humane ­- only intermittently autobiographical - science book ... offers a clear history through riveting case studies and the work of key figures * Metro *David Adam, a successful writer, is also a sufferer of obsessive compulsive disorder ... He covers the history of OCD, the treatments that have been tried without success, and his experience of cognitive behavioural therapy, CBT, which was greatly helpful. A well-written, thorough account * Independent *Well-researched, witty, honest and irreverent, Adam's account proves as irresistible as his subject * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisThis challenging book of puzzles will help you to improve your game by concentrating on defensive play. By the time you have solved the last puzzle, your astonished partners will be well advised to secure copies for themselves. Whatever the situation, this splendid selection of defensive play puzzles will test your skills - and you will learn from the detailed explanation that Ron Klinger gives on the page following each puzzle.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the magic of winter! Capturing the power of social media's seasonal trends, this book is a celebration of all things winter with 70 ways to find coziness, comfort, and happiness no matter the weather.

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Book SynopsisA new kind of manifesto for the working woman, with practical guidance on building wealth as well as inspiration for harnessing the freedom and power that comes from a breadwinning mindset.Women are now the main breadwinner in one-in-four households in the UK. Yet the majority of women still aren't being brought up to think like breadwinners. In fact, they're actively discouraged – by institutional bias and subconscious beliefs – from building their own wealth, pursuing their full earning potential, and providing for themselves and others financially. The result is that women earn less, owe more, and have significantly less money saved and invested for the future than men do. And if women do end up as the main breadwinner, they've been conditioned to feel reluctant and unprepared to manage the role.In Think Like a Breadwinner, financial expert Jennifer Barrett reframes what it really means to be a breadwinner by dismantling the narrative that women don't – and shouldn't – take full financial responsibility to create the lives they want. Featuring a wide variety of case studies from women at all stages of their careers and financial lives, Barrett shares the secrets of women who already think like breadwinners. Barrett reveals not only the importance of women building their own wealth, but also the freedom and power that comes with it.'Barrett’s manifesto is a must read for any woman at any stage of her career.' - Eve Rodsky, author of Fair PlayTrade ReviewThink Like a Breadwinner is the roadmap women need to take charge of their financial futures. Jennifer Barrett empowers readers to be unabashedly confident while getting smart about their money behaviors, ultimately unlocking their fullest potentials and wildest dreams. * Reshma Saujani, CEO and author of 'Girls Who Code' and author of 'Brave, Not Perfect' *Barrett’s manifesto is a must read for any woman at any stage of her career. This book is about so much more than the power of money – it is about empowering yourself for a lifetime of success in all domains. -- Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair PlayJennifer Barrett’s Think Like a Breadwinner is an eye-opening and engaging read for any women beginning, progressing or reflecting on their career. This sharp and stylish read is a powerful narrative that you will want to share with any female in your life. -- Maya Prentis, Founder of Fempire FinanceThink Like a Breadwinner is the guide every woman needs to read in order to reframe her relationship with what it means to be a breadwinner. No matter your relationship status, Barrett encourages every woman to focus on being the breadwinner of her own life and in charge of her own financial future. -- Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial Talks MoneyThe dynamics of power are changing for women – at work, in life, and in their partnerships. Jennifer Barrett’s beautifully reported and written book shapes a new conversation about money, success and freedom that is a must-read for anyone who would like more of those things in their life! -- Ann Shoket, founder of New Power Media and author of The Big LifeThink Like A Breadwinner champions women and provides an insightful read for not just those female breadwinners but their male counterparts as well . . . The book is full of wisdom while not being too bogged down in the details. -- Ladders

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Book SynopsisTHE INSPIRATIONAL BESTSELLER from the manager who transformed English football - the perfect World Cup read.'Fantastic ... I've told my son Noah, aged 11, you have to read this ... I can't tell you how much I loved it because it talks about confidence, and I struggled with confidence' CHRIS EVANS'I loved this - full of wonderful advice I can't wait to share with my children.' HOLLY WILLOUGHBY'Never puts a word wrong. Isn't Gareth Southgate simply the most inspiring leader in England?' KRISHNAN GURU-MURTHY'Gareth Southgate sticks out a mile in public life because he is thoughtful, intelligent, generous, courageous and humane.' SATHNAM SANGHERAEngland manager Gareth Southgate has spent his career inspiring young people to think positively and reach their best, from the England men's and Under-21 team to his work with the Prince's Trust.____________________YOU have the potential to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE.In this hugely positive and helpful book for readers aged 12 and up, Gareth gives YOU the tools to be confident, resilient and to overcome your own challenges for your exciting journey ahead, wherever it takes you.BE BRAVEBravery is not just the kind of heroic act that earns a medal. It's the quality we need to step out of our comfort zones and take on new challenges.BE KINDA force for good that comes from the heart, kindness changes lives. It opens up opportunities and can be our greatest strength.FOLLOW YOUR DREAMSWe all have a story to tell in life. It's down to us what it will be about. So, let's begin writing YOUR STORY - and make it one that truly shines.____________________'Inspirational and honest - just like the man himself.' BEAR GRYLLS'An inspirational book' THE SUN'It really is a great book ... lots of really nice tips for confidence, staying strong, glass-half-full mentality, what makes a good team' CHRIS MOYLES'I feel that the lessons you're sharing, the wisdom that you're sharing, has relevance for all of us, whether football fans or non-football fans. And that's because these are some quite core lessons for life' DR RANGAN CHATTERJEE'Southgate's analytical mind is stamped across the pages of the book; his meticulousness, his love of clarity and process. He offers tips and life lessons - focus on what you can control, do not compare yourself with others, dare to try even if it means slipping up. The tone is easy, upbeat and the messages are drummed home gently, always linking to one another ... what shines through is the warmth and inclusivity of his leadership style.' THE GUARDIANTrade ReviewInspirational * The Sun on Sunday *This is a fantastic book, I've told my son Noah, aged 11, you have to read this book[...] I can't tell you how much I loved this bookbecause you talk about confidence and I struggled with confidence * Chris Evans *Southgate's analytical mind is stamped across the pages of the book; his meticulousness, his love of clarity and process.He offers tips and life lessons - focus on what you can control, do not compare yourself with others, dare to try even if it means slipping up. The tone is easy, upbeat and the messages are drummed home gently, always linking to one and other [...] what shines through is the warmth and inclusivity of his leadership style. * The Guardian *A mind manual- I loved it from beginning to end * Emma Willis *A great book for young people, and even their parents * Graham Norton *

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Book SynopsisWhen Liv Thorne was in her twenties, and single, she would joke to friends that if Mr Right didn't come along she'd have to take matters into her own hands and have a child on her own. When she was still single in her thirties, it stopped being a joke and she started researching sperm banks and fertility clinics.Liv's Alone is an honest and hopeful memoir that captures the joy and the challenge that is parenting alone by choice. From dismantling the fairy tale story that we're fed from a young age and grieving the life you thought you were going to have, to buying sperm from Denmark and bringing a baby into the world.Guiding readers through the highs and lows with warmth, humour and understanding, Liv wants her book to be a little beacon of optimism for women who are in the same position she was in; late 30s, single and longing for a baby. This is Liv & Herb's story, but hopefully a version of it will be yours.

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Book SynopsisA practical 10-week financial plan to build wealth whilst prioritizing your wellbeing and fun, aimed at readers starting with minimal resources and beyond.

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Book SynopsisIt’s the apocalypse—now what? Prepare for the end of civilization with the help of the world’s best-selling survival guide series and learn how to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again.The doomsday clock is seconds from midnight. Extinction-level dangers draw closer with every tick. But fear not! Here is an indispensable guide to preparing for and surviving the ultimate in worst-case scenarios, with humor to lighten the load. You can’t panic if you’re laughing.Dozens of survival experts provide illustrated, step-by-step instructions on: How to Pack a Go Bag in Thirty Minutes How to Make Your Bunker Feel Like Home How to Survive an Alien Invasion How to Defeat a Robot Uprising How to Survive the Next Pandemic How to Fend Off a Hostile Clan How to Eat Insects and Rodents How to Rebuild a Utopian Society You've gotten this far. Don't let zombies take you out.Trade Review“[The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Apocalypse] might make you actually look forward to the end of the world”—Esquire

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Book SynopsisUse these strategies to warm your heart and open your mind to the power of happiness. Happiness is like the answer to a riddle. The more we want it and the more we seek it, the more elusive it becomes. And yet, when we are least conscious of looking for it, it can envelop us in a warm sense of contentment and belonging, making a single moment precious and valuable beyond measure. Scientists will tell us that happiness has the power to heal and to extend life. It is the ingredient we all seek to make our lives complete. Happiness makes us feel glad to be alive and this book offers you a more joyous approach to living and thinking; a shift in approach that may reframe your view of the world. Simple things you can do to reconsider your life – consciously – so that you can decide whether now is the time when you can be happier. It shares the experiences of others and provides the closest we might have to a happiness 'formula'. The good news is, happiness is within everyone’s grasp.

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Book SynopsisREAD THIS BOOK, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND STOP DRINKING NOW.Allen Carr''s Easyway method has helped millions of people to quit smoking, alcohol and other drugs, as well as to stop gambling, over-eating and getting into debt. It will show you the way to escape from the alcohol trap.With the brilliant illustrations of Bev Aisbett, this handy pocket book is presented in a truly refreshing, accessible, dynamic, funny and enjoyable way.What people say about Allen Carr''s Easyway method:"The Allen Carr program was nothing short of a miracle." Anjelica Huston"It was such a revelation that instantly I was freed from my addiction." Sir Anthony Hopkins"His skill is in removing the psychological dependence." The Sunday Times

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Book SynopsisAS FEATURED ON BBC RADIO 4Winner of the 2021 BPS Popular Science Book Award'Read this incredible book. I wept and I learnt' - Prof Tanya Byron'This book comes from the heart' - Roman Kemp'Compassionate, personal and thought-provoking' - Prof Steve PetersWhen you are faced with the unthinkable, this is the book you can turn to.Suicide is baffling and devastating in equal measures, and it can affect any one of us: one person dies by suicide every 40 seconds. Yet despite the scale of the devastation, for family members and friends, suicide is still poorly understood.Drawing on decades of work in the field of suicide prevention and research, and having been bereaved by suicide twice, Professor O'Connor is here to help. This book will untangle the complex reasons behind suicide and dispel any unhelpful myths. For those trying to help someone vulnerable, it will provide indispensable advice on communication, stressing the importance of listening to fears and anxieties without judgment. And for those who are struggling to get through the tragedy of suicide, it will help you find strength in the darkest of places.Trade ReviewProf O'Connor gives us a rare and truly affecting gift ... If you want to truly get to the heart of 'the big S question', read this incredible book. I wept and I learnt. * Prof Tanya Byron *I was so impressed by the work that Rory does. If you want to really understand why people end their lives, please read this book. If you want to support a friend or someone in your family who is suicidal or who has lost a loved one to suicide, this is the book for you; it is full of helpful tips and brilliant advice. This book comes from the heart. * Roman Kemp *Rory is wise, unbelievably knowledgeable and an incredible force for good in such a complex area. He has changed my view so much on the way we should approach suicide and mental health healthcare, and he has also made me reconsider my own mental health and that of the people I love. * Dr Xand van Tulleken *An essential read. Honest and unflinching, but always thoughtful and compassionate, Rory O'Connor brings light to a subject that has for too long been in the shadows. * Dr Niall Boyce, Editor, Lancet Psychiatry *I read [it] in a single sitting. What makes it so compelling is its unique combination of research, clinical, and deeply personal perspectives on one of the great societal challenges of our time. Rory's enthusiasm to make things better and his utter dedication to suicide prevention shines through. * Nav Kapur, Professor of Psychiatry and Population Health, University of Manchester *

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Book SynopsisFix your health with fibre not fads - the instant New York Times bestsellerThe benefits of restrictive diets like paleo and keto have been touted for more than a decade, but as award-winning gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz, or 'Dr B', illuminates in this groundbreaking book, the explosion of studies on the microbiome show that elimination diets are in fact hazardous to our health. What research clearly indicates is that gut health is the key to boosting our metabolism, balancing our hormones and taming the inflammation that causes a host of diseases. And the scientifically proven way to fuel our guts is with dietary fibre from an abundant variety of colourful plants. As a former junk-food junkie, Dr B knows first-hand the power of fibre to dramatically transform our health and the good news is that our guts can be trained. Fibre-rich, real foods - fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seeds, nuts and legumes - start working quickly and maintain your long-term health, promote weight loss and allow you to thrive and feel great from the inside out.Fibre Fuelled is so much more than a health book: it's a step-by-step methodology to stop the misinformation caused by the diet industry and to show you the simple, science-backed process for a lifestyle that is effortless, sustainable and above all else transforms your health by optimizing your gut microbiome. With a 28-day jumpstart programme that includes menus, over 70 plant-fuelled recipes, essential advice on food sensitivities and detailed shopping lists, Fibre Fuelled offers the blueprint to start turbocharging your gut for lifelong health.Trade ReviewIn Fibre Fuelled, Dr B offers a truly transformative programme that will optimise your digestion, strengthen your immune system and take control of your health * Professor Tim Spector, author of The Diet Myth and Spoon Fed *There's no doubt that the key to good health lies in the gut - and in Fiber Fueled, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz delivers an authoritative and refreshingly clear picture on how to optimize gut health, informed by cutting edge science. Fiber Fueled lays out a path to improving gut health that's accessible, inspiring, and most importantly, achievable. It's time to wake up and harness the power of 39 trillion microbes in your gut: dive into Fiber Fueled and find out how. * Dr William W. Li, New York Times bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease *

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Book SynopsisThis book is for dyslexic people.You can share this book with important people such as family and friends.The activities in this book explore what it means to be dyslexic. It is full of fun activities including colouring and drawing.The activities are designed for dyslexic people and their friends and family to enjoy. Some ideas might be useful to practice outside of the book in real life, every day situations. There is also guidance for parents and caregivers.Written by Amy Rainbow, a qualified teacher with lots of experience of working with dyslexic people and their families and caregivers. Amy is an Associate of the Dyslexia Guild.

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Book SynopsisAdults are being increasingly diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), and this book provides strategies for concerned individuals to help slow the onset of the condition. Around 50% of adults with MCI go on to develop dementia, but research shows that self-help through early intervention and preventative measures can hugely slow this down.The self-help measures in this book include memory aids, health and lifestyle changes, activities, therapies and technological aids. All of them are known to improve cognition and can be incorporated into daily life. Every measure is firmly based in current research, and this book is also applicable to those with early-stage dementia wishing to delay the onset of more severe cognitive impairment.Given the paramount importance of early intervention to prevent cognitive impairment worsening, this book is essential reading for any older individual wanting the best strategies to help with how to do this in practice.Trade ReviewMary Jordan's book is essential reading for those who are living with long term and progressive Mild Cognitive Impairment - a condition that is neither a disease nor dementia but which causes similar functional difficulties. It is written clearly as a self-help guide, with evidence based theory and practical, achievable solutions to managing memory loss and reducing the risk of dementia. -- Jackie Pool, Director of Memory Care, Sunrise Senior Living UKLet's suppose you have some memory loss but have been told that you do not have dementia. Or you are just getting older. This is the book for you. It is packed with sensible, easy to understand and invaluable advice on how to keep physically and mentally fit as you age. -- Dr Nori Graham, Vice President of the Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer’s Disease InternationalTable of ContentsChapter 1 What is Mild Cognitive Impairment?Chapter 2 Practical MattersChapter 3 Physical HealthChapter 4 Lifestyle - Activities of Daily LivingChapter 5 Factors Which May Benefit CognitionChapter 6 Memory AidsChapter 7 Thinking About the FutureChapter 8 Can Dementia be Prevented After a 'Diagnosis' of MCI?Chapter 9 If the Worst Should Happen - Planning in the Event of a Dementia DiagnosisChapter 10 Sources of Help, Advice and Support

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Book SynopsisEmbrace the colder months with this beautifully illustrated self-care guide to not just surviving the winter, but also thriving through the season.Make the most of the change in the weather and learn the benefits of being active outside even if it''s chilly, with a calming walking meditation and a stargazing stroll to appreciate the dark evenings. Next, find out how to create a cozy haven when you get home with lights, candles, and winter greenery. Discover a range of natural remedies for seasonal ailments, from a warming ginger soup to breathing exercises for easing colds and sinus trouble. You''ll also find lots of simple ways to boost your immune system, including tips for a good night''s sleep and teas packed with vitamin C. Nourish and soothe your skin during the winter months with recipes for moisturizing baths, a face mask, and massage bars. Finally, re-energize your body and mind through exercise and breathing techniques, positive affirmations, an

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Book SynopsisA quest to make peace with your past, release the burdens you carry for your ancestry and embrace the gifts of the present.How we treat our inner child reflects on every aspect of our lives. It is the foundation of our habits and of our self-worth. When we deny, reject, or criticize our own innocence and vulnerability, we hinder our capacity for authenticity and connection. We are desperate for a semblance of control because we felt powerless as a child, and we attempt to protect ourselves by directing arrows of judgment, criticism, and negativity towards ourselves and others.Political hatred, discrimination, and crime can all be traced to childhood wounding. These harmful behaviors, along with depression, anxiety, and self-doubt, are the inner child''s desperate call for help. Our younger selves are still trying to get their needs met, and it is now our responsibility to meet these needs. Nobody else can. Until we meet our own needs, we blame our parents, our partners, and the world. We are stuck in a triangle of disempowerment in which only three roles are available: victim, villain and rescuer. We cycle through all three of these roles depending on the circumstance. In each one of these roles, we are looking for self-worth outside ourselves and feel resentful and powerless.This book teaches us how to step out of this triangle and the layers of story we have been telling ourselves, becoming our own guide on an epic inner quest. It is an invitation to write a new story, to finally meet our needs and take full responsibility for our lives. To do this, we step outside of linear time and journey back to significant moments of our childhood, bringing our adult self along, with all of our acquired life-experience, to offer the support that was needed at the time.

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Book Synopsis'I no longer try to mask my autism; I now work to support my autism'It is a myth that autistic children grow into 'less autistic' adults. In fact, many autistic adults feel more overwhelmed as they age as the stresses of social demands such as relationships, parenting, or the work environment increase.Niamh Garvey offers tips and tricks designed to reduce sensory and emotional stress and look after your autistic self. From understanding what's happening when the stress response kicks in to using the 'detective habit' to spot your individual strengths and triggers. What's more, every element of this book can be personalised to you.Featuring strategies including 'quick calm plans' for managing triggers and lived-experience advice on understanding emotional regulation, coping with sensory overload and how to look after your senses during intimacy, this guide is here to ensure that you don't just survive adulthood, you thrive in it.Trade ReviewNiamh's opening words tell us that life as an adult is hard and then proceeds to tell us numerous different ways to make it easier. This is a truly fantastic book full of ideas and strategies delivered in an entirely autistic way. It's so logical, you will wonder why you didn't think of it before. Brilliant. -- Sarah Hendrickx, author of Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum.Niamh explores the depth, complexity and enjoyment of her everydaylife experiences from an Autistic adult's perspective. She gives awonderful, insightful analysis of her sensory experiences andchallenges in language that everyone can access and understand. Thisis an invaluable and essential read for people seeking to understandmore about living with Autism. Highly Recommended! -- Julie O' Sullivan, Senior Occupational Therapist, The Sunflower Clinic.This easy-to-read and engaging book describes why autistic adults find sensory and emotional well-being difficult to attain. They will resonate with these explanations, and the self-care recommendations will improve their quality of life. Family members, psychologists, and occupational therapists will also benefit from the insights and strategies -- Tony AttwoodThis is an exceptionally insightful, thoughtful, in depth and helpful book. Easy to read and full of practical strategies, it is sure to provide many Autistic adults with additional knowledge about themselves and their neurology, as well as methods they can use going forward to look after themselves (and their loved ones). Highly recommended! -- Davida Hartman, Clinical Director of The Adult Autism Practice

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Book SynopsisThe new book in the popular 'How to' series from the father of mindfulness, Thich Nhat Hanh. 'The monk who taught the world mindfulness' Time In this enlightening series world-renowned spiritual leader Thich Nhat Hanh shares the essential foundations of mindful practice and meditation.

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Book SynopsisAn essential guide to understanding what it means to be vegan, The Vegan Kitchen offers all the know-how you need for a plant-based diet. It is divided into three parts: the first part examines what it means to be vegan, the health benefits and risks and where to find essential fats, protein, vitamins and minerals in order to achieve a balanced diet; the second part looks at over 100 ingredients and these are divided into groups such as root vegetables, beans and pulses, nuts and seeds and leafy greens. Each ingredient is given it's own entry and vital nutritional and practical information is included. The final part is a collection of essential recipes for kitchen staples such as pastry, bread and vegan milks. This book embraces, celebrates and explains vegan ingredients to ensure a varied, colourful and balanced diet is achieved.Table of ContentsA plant-based diet • Your vegan pantry • Essential recipes.

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Book SynopsisPreparing an appeal can be a daunting and difficult task, and many parents are unsure of how to write one. A well-written 'grounds for appeal' that is clear and concise gives parents the best chance of winning their appeal when facing the appeals' committee. This book contains practical advice on how to prepare for an appeal and examples of real appeal statements (names omitted). It covers 11+ grammar school appeals (academic, health and circumstantial), appeals where a child has passed the 11+ but has not been offered a place, 12+/13+ Late Entry appeals and appeals based on special educational needs.Table of ContentsAppeals' Procedures. Structuring your 'Grounds for Appeal'. Examples of Appeals. Special Circumstances. Late Transfer. Taking your Appeal Further.

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Book SynopsisThree Autistic friends try to save their school from never-ending maths in this fast and fun story, told from a rarely seen perspective. Superheroes for a Day tells the engaging story of Max, Daniel, and Natalie's mission to save their school from endless maths lessons. Using their unique abilities like heightened memory and attention to detail, they turn their differences into strengths. While handling their individual traits, they find the courage to become heroes, at least for a day, in the eyes of their schoolmates.The book seeks to normalize the experiences of Autistic kids who are often seen as uncool because of their quirks. By making them the heroes, the story offers insight into their personal experiences and perspectives in a fun and engaging manner, resonating with readers in mainstream classrooms.Filled with delightful illustrations, Superheroes for a Day is an empowering tale of friendship, bravery, and the remarkable abilit

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Book Synopsis''Finally, a book that gives straightforward guidance to parents in need'' Myleene Klass''Full of practical tools to make the entire household happier!'' Dr Philippa KayeThe opposite of anxiety is not CALM. The opposite of anxiety is SAFETY. This book is full of practical, adaptable and easy to implement strategies for parents to help children of all ages and stages conquer their anxiety, by making them feeling safe and connected again. Parenting an anxious child makes parents anxious. When your child feels anxiety, panic, worry or sadness, it can make you feel anxious, panicked, worried or sad too. If you are fearful or overwhelmed, it can be difficult to support your child, even though all you want to do is make them feel better.Parents will learn what is going on in their child''s brain and body when anxiety strikes, and also - crucially - what they can do to help. This book is full of practical advice and delivers clear spoken scripts for parents to follow when supporting and reassuring their anxious child. It also sets out hundreds of practical dynamic strategies to restore the child''s happiness and security, all based on real-life examples that have arisen from personal therapeutic casework with hundreds of children.This book offers advice, reassurance and a helping hand, with a wide range of solutions and strategies, as well as issues covered - everything from separation anxiety to issues at school, phobias and so much more. Help! My Child''s Anxiety is Giving Me Anxiety is designed to fit each family''s specific requirements, replenish confidence and put the positivity and pleasure back into parenting.

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated anthology of uplifting poetryTable of ContentsIntroduction Hope ‘Hope’ is the thing with feathers, Emily Dickinson Hope, Emanuel Carnevali I Shall Return, Claude McKay Everyone Sang, Siegfried Sassoon Lift Every Voice and Sing, James Weldon Johnson Ode to the West Wind (stanza 5), Percy Bysshe Shelley Resilience + Courage Still I Rise, Maya Angelou Courage, Anne Sexton Invictus, William Ernest Henley Lines on Retirement, after Reading Lear, David Wright Courage, Ella Wheeler Wilcox Don’t Quit, John Greenleaf Whittier Joy How to Triumph Like a Girl, Ada Limón On Joy and Sorrow, from The Prophet, Kahlil Gibran Of Being, Denise Levertov Nurse’s Song, William Blake Afternoon on a Hill, Edna St. Vincent Millay Magdalen Walks, Oscar Wilde Nature + Escape I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud, William Wordsworth Something Told the Wild Geese, Rachel Field High Flight, John Gillespie Magee Jr. On the Day the World Begins Again, Armand Garnet Ruffo From a Railway Carriage, Robert Louis Stevenson Time, Ursula Bethell Love The Sun Rising, John Donne Invitation to Love, Paul Laurence Dunbar For women who are ‘difficult’ to love, Warsan Shire The Oasis, Naomi Replansky The Light Gatherer, Carol Ann Duffy Aedh Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven, William Butler Yeats Tranquillity Sonnet: A sea of foliage girds our garden round, Toru Dutt Inscription for the Entrance to a Wood, William Cullen Bryant The Lost Lagoon, E. Pauline Johnson A Hymn to the Moon, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Sweet and Low, from The Princess, Alfred, Lord Tennyson Camomile Tea, Katherine Mansfield Gratitude Sonnet 39: Because thou hast the power and own’st the grace, Elizabeth Barrett Browning Sonnet 29: When in disgrace with Fortune and men’s eyes, William Shakespeare The Last Days of Summer Before the First Frost, Tim Bowling Haiku, Issa Thanks, W.S. Merwin Reflections on a Gift of Watermelon Pickle Received from a Friend Called Felicity, John Tobias Comfort Sorrow Is Not My Name, Ross Gay A December Day, Sara Teasdale The Dream Keeper, Langston Hughes Up-Hill, Christina Rossetti Late Fragment, Raymond Carver In Blackwater Woods, Mary Oliver

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