Lifestyle and personal style guides Books
Quarto Publishing PLC Sustainable Home
Book SynopsisSustainable Home is a stylish, inspirational and practical guidebook to maintaining a more environmentally friendly household.Table of ContentsLiving Minimalism – Decluttering – Mindful purchasing Energy Usage – Clean energy – Unplugging Furniture – Sustainable furnishings – Make-Your-Own: Hairpin Table Indoor Plants – Caring for plants – Make-Your-Own: Terrarium Kitchen Grocery Shopping – Preparing and packing – Sourcing locally Plant-Based Eating – Alternatives to protein – Make-Your-Own: Black Bean Burger – Make-Your-Own: Milk Alternatives Wastage – Packing to prevent food waste – Make-Your-Own: Pickled Veg – Composting Food Preparation and Cooking – Sustainable kitchenware – One-pot cooking Bedroom Closet – Curating a minimalist wardrobe – Sustainable clothing materials – Laundering Re-use and Recycle – Make-Your-Own: Tee-shirt Bag – Make-Your-Own: Natural Clothes Dye Sleep – Sustainable furniture – Make-Your-Own: Room Spray Bathroom Toothcare – Sustainable cleaning materials – Make-Your-Own: Toothpaste Body Care – Make-Your-Own: Aloe Vera Body Scrub – Make-Your-Own: Body Butter & Lip Balm Haircare – Sustainable cleaning materials – Make-Your-Own: Apple Cider Rinse – Aftercare and accessories – Safety Razor Water Usage – Toilet tricks – Shower hacks Cleaning products – Natural cleaning products – Make-Your-Own: Cleaning Spray Outdoors – Dining Out – Going Places – Sustainable Workplace – Take Action
£16.20
Ebury Publishing The Curated Closet
Book SynopsisGet the wardrobe you’ve always wanted, filled with only those pieces that you love to put on and that make you look and feel amazing.Trade ReviewThis chic, thoughtful book is full of genius methods for taking control of your look, your habits, your budget, and your wardrobe. Best of all, it helps you discover your own unique style rather than follow the trends – authenticity is always in fashion! * Alison Freer, author of How to Get Dressed *In a world inundated with fast fashion and rapidly changing trends, it's easy for our closets to become graveyards of misguided purchases. In the midst of plenty, identifying our personal style can feel harder than ever. Anuschka Rees's The Curated Closet is a smart, straightforward manual that encourages readers to discover what they like and to develop a wardrobe that makes getting dressed easier. Anuschka's pragmatic book should be required reading for anyone familiar with staring at a closet full of clothes and stil feeling like they don't have anything to wear.' * Erin Boyle, author of Simple Matters *
£18.00
HarperCollins Publishers Skogluft Forest Air The Norwegian Secret to
Book SynopsisWhy do we spend so much time indoors, which is not our natural habitat? Why have trends such as forest-bathing become so popular? The answer to the last question lies in the proven benefits we obtain from our connection with nature from increased productivity to feelings of happiness and an enhanced sense of wellbeing.For millions of years, humans developed in natural environments, in close contact with sunlight, vegetation and fresh air. But most of us spend 80-90% of our time indoors far from the environments for which we are naturally suited and in which we evolved. Skogluft's mission is to bring a natural living environment back into your home and workplace.Based on years of research data on the impact between nature and people, gathered together by a Norwegian mechanical engineer, Jorn Viumdal, Skogluft reveals how installing a wall of easily available plants in your home environment can dramatically improve health, strengthen the immune system and increase productivity. The planTrade Review‘After the plants were installed, people now walk in here and say ‘Wow’ – we now have an extremely low employee absentee rare of less than 1%.’ – CEO Google Norway
£13.49
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 24
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£999.99
Orion Publishing Co Live Laugh Love Always Lydia
Book SynopsisFrom girl-next-door to overnight TOWIE stardom this is Lydia Bright's fabulous story so far.
£12.74
Orion Publishing Co Romanticise Your Life
Book Synopsis''A warm and practical guide to infuse joy into the seemingly mundane'' - BOLU BABALOLA, author of LOVE IN COLOUR''Helped me to discover the joy all around me'' - ANNIE LORD, author of NOTES ON HEARTBREAK''A brilliant, necessary and refreshing take on self-love'' - OLIVIA PETTER, author of MILLENNIAL LOVEExploring all areas of life from solo travelling to the joy of friendships, tapping into your Main Character Energy, and taking control of your dating life, in this beautifully illustrated must-have guide Beth McColl shows you how romance is about appreciating the small things, because they can be just as magnificent as meeting the love of your life.Everyday romance might be: Cooking yourself an elaborate meal Going on a solo trip to the seaside Writing a letter to an old friend Texting someone out of the blue just to let them know you''re missing them S
£15.29
Penguin Books Ltd Mrs Hinch Life in Lists
Book SynopsisHelp Mum to feel organised with the latest Mrs Hinch bestseller, filled with lists for every occasionFilled with brand new lists to get you organised well beyond your cleaning cupboard, as well as all your favourite Hinch lists!__________Hi guys and welcome to my brand-new notebook of actual dreams: Life in Lists!I am so overwhelmed by the amount of love I receive about The Little Book of Lists. I get messages every day about how useful you find it! So now, I want to give you even more . . .In Life in Lists, you''ll find brand new self-care lists to provide the ultimate you-time, including. . .- Gratitude Lists- Make Your Dreams Come True pages- Me Time ListsNot only that, Life in Lists also has all of your favourite Hinch Lists, Tadaas and Fresh''n Up Fridays, along with new Monthly and Seasonal Hinch Lists, making it the ultimate notebook for a more mindful, organised life!There is also a whole section of blank lists to help you organise your days your own way - whether that''s shopping lists, meal planning, birthdays or important dates to remember, these pages are for you to use however you like. Whether you''re in need of some relaxation or simply planning for the week ahead, these lists will allow to you to do a little bit of self-care, reflect back on all the amazing things in life and focus on your goals for the future.I really hope you guys enjoy Life in Lists as much as I''ve loved putting it together for you!Lots of Love Always, Soph xx__________''The sensation'' Sun''We''re mad about Mrs Hinch'' Vogue''My new cleaning goddess'' Daily TelegraphTrade ReviewPraise for * Mrs Hinch: The Little Book of Lists *Every avid Hincher knows, there's only one way to absolutely slay your day - lists lists and more lists... you'll be able to tackle busy weeks head on, then look back at everything you've achieved with your feet up * OK! *When life feels chaotic, discover the power of a simple list - as told by the queen of organisation herself * The Telegraph *An absolute essential for getting your life in order * Closer *
£13.56
The History Press Ltd A Beginners Guide to Living on the Waterways
Book SynopsisLiving Aboard is a must-have guide for anyone wishing to get onto the water including canals, as well as those already living there!
£15.29
Cambridge University Press The Great Palace
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£18.00
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Improv Illusionist
Book SynopsisObject work, environment and physicality are essential for improvisational theatre. Skilled improvisers can draw audiences into the performance by helping them see things that aren't there. The Improv Illusionist is the first book dedicated to physical improv. It reveals why these skills are so important, how to fix bad habits that develop over time and practical techniques for being more physical on stage. The book features over 50 exercises to help improvisers develop their skills through solo and group work. Instructors will also find notes and tips for teaching physical improv. Improvisers of all ages and experience levels will learn how to: * become more playful through exploring physical activity; * eliminate miscommunication with other players by adding precision to object work; * get new ideas for scenes by exploring the environment and activities; * develop an eye for real-world detail and how to reproduce it in improv; * add more visual flair to scenes; * stay safe, botTrade ReviewThis is the book I wish I had when I was starting at Second City * Geri Hall, actor *It’s a wonderful workbook to guide a long-term practice. The exercises are explained with such eloquence that, while you read them, you feel like starting to play and working... After reading this book you just have to dare, practice, play, and create new and magical illusions. * Status Magazine *Table of ContentsForeword by Bruce Hunter Introduction Part I: Foundations 1. Why Bother with Environment? 2. First Principles Part II: Object Work 3. Making the Invisible Visible 4. Activities & Routines 5. Bad Habits Part III: Environment 6. Starting with Where 7. Building Worlds 8. Refreshing the Environment 9. Research 10. Unusual Environments Part IV: Problem-Solving 11. Making Discoveries from Environment 12. Three Elements: How to Handle Tricky Situations 13. Physical Stage Effects Part V: Safety 14. Physical Safety 15. Emotional Safety Part VI: The Working Improviser 16. Performing and Learning from Shows 17. Improvising Online 18. Teaching Physical Improv Final Thoughts Acknowledgements Want to learn more about Physical Improv? Appendix: Exercises Glossary of Improv Terms Bibliography Index
£17.99
David & Charles Creative Makeup
Book SynopsisLearn how to create the coolest makeup looks from creative makeup MUA, Rachel Duffy. Choose from 12 key looks covering all the key makeup trends from everyday looks using glitter and crystals, floating eyeliner and neon through to more complex looks for special occasions.
£15.29
Ruffbutterfly Publishing Seed Volume 1
Book SynopsisA timely new voice in the lifestyle magazine genre, responding to the rapidly-growing interest in sustainable, conscious living.
£7.60
Ebury Publishing Minimal: How to simplify your life and live
Book SynopsisLove yourself. Love the planet. We are facing an urgent climate crisis and we must all take action now. However, it can be difficult to know where to start when bombarded with overwhelming facts and statistics every day. We all want to make a difference, but what can we do? Minimal makes simple and sustainable living attainable for everyone, using practical tips for all areas of everyday life to reduce your impact on the earth. Leading environmentalist Madeleine Olivia shares her insights on how to care for yourself in a more eco-friendly way, as well as how to introduce a mindful approach to your habits. This includes how to declutter your life, reduce your waste and consumption, recipes for eating seasonally and making your own natural beauty and cleaning products. Learn how to minimise the areas that aren’t giving you anything back and discover a happier and more fulfilled life, while looking after the Earth we share.Trade ReviewHandy and easy-to-follow guide ... A lot of books on minimal living tend to be preachy, but I loved the kindness Olivia displays ... A beautiful read. * Women's Way *
£11.69
Ulysses Press The Guy's Guide To Pocket Knives: Badass Games,
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£14.39
Knock Knock Knock Knock Do Your Chores Desktop Pegboard
Book SynopsisPut an end to endless discussions about whether or not those pesky tasks are completed. Wouldn''t it be great if there was one central place to monitor progress? Simply place a peg in the To Do column to indicate all the things that need to get done, then be all self-satisfied when you move them over to the Done column! Finally, a chore chart that resolves housework arguments! Enjoy home accessories that provide a feeling of accomplishment, no matter how small. Pegboard: 6 x 9 x 0.25 inches; box: 6.25 x 10.6 x 1.5 inches; perforated hardboard with tray; 5 colored-wood pegs; 2-dowel removable stand; hanging hook
£9.62
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd The Joy of Living with Less: How to Downsize to
Book SynopsisFollow this unique programme to discover the joy of living with less items and discover how liberating and fulfilling life becomes when you learn to live with less. The premise of this book is simple: if you don’t love it, lose it! Many people think that the more they own, the more contented and happy they will be – their lives become defined by their possessions. In fact, the opposite is often true: the more we have, the less happy and contented we are in mind, body and spirit. Decluttering expert Mary Lambert explains how having too much clutter can stop you moving forward in life, and how learning to let go of items we neither love or need is liberating and fulfilling. The challenge starts with an inventory of your personal possessions, then you begin the process of clearing out your items, addressing each area at a time, from clothes, to jewellery, to hobby items. Once you've tackled your personal items, you can get started on the rest of your household goods.Trade Review'it’s more tangible than the Marie Kondo concept of looking for what “sparks joy' – Evening Standard'a book that inspires space and minimalism in its pages' – Psychologies
£11.04
Octopus Publishing Group Retreat: Sanctuary and Self-Care for Every Day
Book SynopsisRelax. Refresh. Restart. Amid the commotion of everyday life, finding a few precious moments of “me time” can be challenging. With so many demands on our attention, knowing how to get the most out of our limited downtime is more important than ever. Discover new ways to take some time out with this invaluable guide to finding and creating sanctuary. Whether you’re searching for serenity at home or seeking solace in the great outdoors, this book is packed with self-care tips, calming crafts and delicious recipes to help you relax, recharge and rejuvenate.
£11.69
Hay House UK Ltd Simplify Your Life: Waste Less, Value More, Go
Book SynopsisMinimalism is so much more than decluttering. Find gratitude, richness and value in your everyday life as you create space for contentment, purpose and joy.Minimalism is about living more mindfully. It's about letting your life work smarter, not harder. It's about releasing anything that doesn't serve you, whether that be clutter in your kitchen or your mind. It's about connecting with what you hold as valuable and designing your life around it. In Simplify Your Life, Mary Conroy explains how simplicity is the key. This book will help you to make sense of your choices, to put you back in control of your life. Minimalism is not just for nomadic entrepreneurs or burnt out CEOs. It's for you. This practical guide is for anyone who wants to: · liberate themselves from the cost of their clutter · cut down on waste and consume consciously · spend more time with the people they love · stop scrolling aimlessly through the day · return to a point of mental clarity · Simplify Your Life will help you to do all that, and more.
£12.99
Lulu and Bell Sweet sixteen guest book, party Guest book,
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£15.19
Octopus Publishing Group Top Tips for Brides: From Planning and Invites to
Book SynopsisThe question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the celebrations have begun! What's next? Just the wedding.Top Tips for Brides presents ingenious ideas for the any bride-to-be, covering the ever-so-stressful months preceding the wedding - including the hen party and choosing your attire - to the big day itself.Table of ContentsThe question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the celebrations have begun! What's next? Just the wedding. Tops Tips for Brides presents ingenious ideas for the any bride-to-be, covering the ever-so-stressful months preceding the wedding - including the hen party and choosing your attire - to the big day itself.
£5.99
Paul H. Crompton Ltd Inside A Question
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£13.46
Splendid Publications Limited The Old Fart's Guide to Survival
Book SynopsisFor people of a 'certain age' this is a quirky, humorous and light-hearted handbook, covering everything from coping with modern technology to incontinence. Strictly for those oldies with a sense of humour, The Old Fart's Guide to Survival is full of candid observations and anecdotes which will have readers chuckling.
£6.23
Splendid Publications Limited Fitter Stronger: Resilience - If You're Going
Book SynopsisFitness and well-being expert Paula Kerr used exercise and nutrition to navigate the toughest physical and emotional battles of her life and move forward. In Fitter Stronger - Resilience - If You're Going Through Hell, Keep Going, she explains her story in full. With nutrition hacks and work outs for all abilities, there are contributions from clinical experts and those who have used fitness to turn their lives around, including chef Michel Roux Jr and former Royal Marine and triple amputee Mark Ormrod OBE - called 'Britain's answer to Superman' by Prince Harry. This book identifies the vital coping mechanisms we all need when a grenade is thrown into our world and we need to adapt to survive. Carefully researched and beautifully presented, this is a practical guide to managing adversity, by creating a strong, healthy, mind and body. Paula Kerr was a successful journalist when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, after a routine operation. To help her navigate two gruelling years of treatment and maintain family life, she relied on a nutrient dense diet, regular exercise and a positive mindset, to aid her return to full health, climbing Ben Nevis between trips to the chemotherapy ward. Wishing to share her experience with others, Paula qualified as a personal trainer and created Fitter Stronger, offering health holidays and classes for those experiencing illness, injury or trauma. Fitter Stronger has grown into a hugely successful brand, including personal training, wellness breaks in the UK and South Africa, NHS and private medicine rehab clinics, and a youth fitness and motivation programme for primary, secondary and further education. In all areas of her work, she promotes exercise and nutrition as vital tools for a peaceful, healthy and energetic life. 'If you keep your mind and body strong, you are unstoppable.' - Paula Kerr
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers My Cool Caravan: An inspirational guide to
Book Synopsis Delve into the hidden world of creativity and design afforded by the humble caravan. Join Jane Field-Lewis and Chris Haddon as they travel to meet with caravan owners who share happy childhood memories of trips home and abroad, and evenings spent listening to the rain gently patter on the roof. Exploring over forty different caravans of all vintages from across the world, My Cool Caravan celebrates a new wave of interest in modern-retro caravanning. Chapters include:New Retro: Representing the modern version of traditional homeliness: think vintage objects, bunting, retro china, rose prints and caravans from the 1950s.Country Cottage: Recreate an idyll of cosy surroundings with caravans ranging from the 1936 Eccles Aristocrat to Bertram Hutchings’ Winchester Pipet.Old Retro: The 1960s and 70s was a time of affordable caravans and spawned popular brands, a profitable market and models we still see in their hundreds.The Simple Life: Take a step back to a less complicated way of life and consider interior design built around the most basic of requirements.Trailer Park Treasures: Deeply instilled within popular American culture the trailer park legacy has yoyo-ed in popularity from its heyday in the 1950s to a present day resurgence. Celebrate flamboyant graphics, polished aluminium and kitsch interior design.British Classics: From the ‘king of kings’ Carlight to other iconic brands such as the Cheltenham, Winchester and Safari, explore classic exteriors, quality fittings and top of the range kitchen equipment.Organic: Characterised by their soft curves, the caravans in this chapter represent a conscious movement towards modernism.Silver Bullets: Iconic American designs recognisable by their streamlined shape, shiny aluminium exterior and paying homage to other groundbreaking 1930s transportation.Recycled: Discover how others turn old, forgotten caravans into a number of different purposes and how one person’s junk can be another’s treasure.
£13.49
Seed Magazine Seed Volume 2
Book SynopsisA timely new voice in the lifestyle magazine genre, responding to the rapidly-growing interest in sustainable, conscious living.
£9.50
Seed Magazine Seed Volume 3
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£9.50
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 16: The Essentials Issue
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 18: The Design Issue
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 23
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 27
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 28
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 30
Book SynopsisThe hospitality issue.
£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 32
Book SynopsisThe 32nd issue of the premier lifestyle magazine explores Tokyo.
£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 34
Book SynopsisIssue 34 of the celebrated lifestyle magazine explores that most personal of subjects: intimacy.
£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 36
Book SynopsisIssue 36 of the celebrated lifestyle magazine focusses on movement in all its many forms.
£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 37
Book SynopsisIssue 37 of the celebrated lifestyle magazine focusses on a return to nature.
£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 40
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 41
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 42
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 43
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 45
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 47
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£17.09
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 48
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£17.09
Simon & Schuster Kinfolk Volume 50
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£17.09
Simon And Schuster Group USA Kinfolk Volume 52
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£17.09
Editions Flammarion Get Gorgeous: 21 Days to a More Beautiful,
Book SynopsisA seasoned duo of modeling agents offers a three-week program to identify your best personal style with daily activities to transform you into your most beautiful self—from the inside out. Two fashion-industry experts share tips gleaned from years of coaching newly discovered talent, turning them into the unforgettable faces we admire on runways and in the fashion press. Model scout Christel Vatasso and talent manager Pascal Loperena lead the reader through twenty-one days of beauty challenges that begin—surprisingly—on the inside. Start by building self-confidence—through recognizing your own uniqueness and turning it into your beauty asset. Prune your closet, identify your color palette, and design mood boards to establish your signature style. Daily challenges address everything from posture to accessorizing and include tutorials for mastering hair, beauty, and skin-care techniques. Drawing on their extensive contacts, the authors interview experts in every domain to give readers the tools they need to transform their look. Numéro Magazine editor-in-chief Babeth Djian explains how to spot the season’s hot trends and incorporate them as accessories into your look. L’Oréal makeup artist Karim Rahman provides an easy homemade face mask for a glowing, smooth complexion. And fashion photographer Ellen Von Unwerth offers tips for looking your best in every selfie. Nothing’s better than knowing you look and feel sensational; this positive, life-affirming guide offers all the tools. Readers can join headliner stars in the massive social-media beauty-challenge book launch.
£9.48
Juggernaut Publication The 12-week fitness project: Updated for 2021
Book SynopsisLose inches. Gain health. Sleep better. In just 12 weeks. Want to get fit but don t know how to start? Let India s #1 nutritionist and health advocate Rujuta Diwekar help you.
£8.04
Quercus Publishing Climb Your Mountain: Everyday lessons from an
Book Synopsis'Life is too short to waste time on second-class ambitions. Go for the big ones.' Now in his late seventies, Sir Ranulph Fiennes looks back on a lifetime of exploration, and draws powerful, inspiring lessons that we can all use when faced by the tribulations of everyday life. Having crossed both Polar ice caps on foot, climbed Everest and the Eiger, served in the SAS and circumnavigated the world along its polar axis - a 53,000 mile odyssey that has never been repeated - 'Ran' looks back from the summit of an incredible life and teaches us how to: - Learn self-discipline, and master fear - Plan for success, and make your own luck - Learn from failure and strive to succeed - Keep going, whatever life throws at you
£18.00