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Llamas: handsome, hirsute, hilarious! This photographic and illustrated collection of llamas and alpacas will have you spitting with laughter. Get ready to llive, llaugh, llama!

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Prepare for a sporting contest like no other! Any true fan knows that the porcelain umpire's chair is an ideal place to put your sporting knowledge to the test. This compendium of fun activities and quiz questions will have you spotting the difference at Wembley, finding a lost helmet at Lord's, and going for gold in Olympic omniscience. From bestselling author and professional brain-teaser Hugh Jassburn, this illustrated puzzle book includes a range of challenges relating to football, rugby, tennis, cricket, athletics, golf, boxing, basketball, rowing, snooker and more. Pit your wits against such quiz questions as these:- What is the lowest darts score you can't achieve with a single dart? - In 1981 Muhammad Ali retired from boxing - what was his career record? - What is Tiger Woods' real first name? - Who was the first cricket player to score a century and take ten wickets in a test match? - What sport has four letters, is played all around the world, and begins with a "t"? A winning gift idea, this book will score a major-league success with sport obsessives and casual fans alike.

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BBC's leading cookery presenter Gregg Wallace and his family bring Italian food to life with 100 classic recipes for home cooking

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'Excellent' - Susy Atkins, the TelegraphFor everyone and anyone who wants to understand more about gin, this is the definitive guide - covering the best gins the world has to offer, history and production methods, and the countries that have helped make gin a global success story.Never has there been a more striking revolution in the world of distilled spirits than the current renaissance of gin. With small craft distilleries popping up all over the world, from Texas to Tasmania, more varieties and techniques being used than ever before, and a tapestry of tastes from light and citrusy to big bold savoury notes, gin's appeal is extraordinarily wide and varied.From gin made in small batches from local botanicals, through to large facilities which make some of the world's most recognized gin brands, World Atlas of Gin looks at everything from the botanical to the bottle: how and where botanicals are grown and harvested and their role within the flavour of gin; producers and the stories behind their brands; exactly where, and how, gins are made; and, country by country, the best examples to try. Global cocktails are covered too, including the history and country of origin of some of the best-known mixed gin drinks.

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An A-Z compendium of everything you need to know about coffee, from a champion barista.Coffee is more popular than ever before - and more complex. The Coffee Dictionary is the coffee drinker's guide to the dizzying array of terms and techniques, equipment and varieties that go into creating the perfect cup. With hundreds of entries on everything from sourcing, growing and harvesting, to roasting, grinding and brewing, three-time UK champion barista and coffee expert Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood explains the key factors that impact the taste of your drink.Illustrated throughout and covering anything from country of origin, variety of bean and growing and harvesting techniques to roasting methods, brewing equipment, tasting notes - as well as the many different coffee-based drinks - The Coffee Dictionary is the final word on coffee.

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Set to become the bible of home decoration, Farrow & Ball How to Decorate provides a highly practical and inspirational guide to the successful use of paint and paper in any home, large or small, urban or country.Published on the 70th anniversary of the founding of the iconic brand, the book brings together the expertise of Joa Studholme and the Farrow & Ball creative team to demystify the nitty-gritty of transforming a home - from deciding which colours work best in a north-facing room to creating accents with paint and making the most of a feature wall.

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THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Pip Payne is on a mission to help us eat well, without feeling we're on a diet.' - BEST100+ FAST AND FLAVOUR-PACKED RECIPES Fast food doesn't have to be unhealthy. The Slimming Foodie in Minutes has a choice of over 100 low-calorie recipes, all of which can be prepped or cooked in 30 minutes or less.One of the biggest obstacles to healthy eating is time - after a long day it can be tempting to cave into a takeaway or rely too heavily on processed foods for that quick fix. However, the Slimming Foodie's new cookbook contains over 100 speedy, delicious and nutritious recipes, all under 600 calories and made with everyday ingredients that won't break the bank. The Slimming Foodie is an expert on simple cooking. She has already shown us that we don't have to forgo flavour to eat better and has now made slimming even more convenient with these quick and tasty meals. With mouth-watering, low calorie food this fast, The Slimming Foodie in Minutes will ensure cooking for the family never takes away from your evening!CONTENTS INCLUDE:Chapter 1: Breakfast & BrunchTropical breakfast ice cream, Pesto fried eggs and Little ham, leek & cheddar frittatasChapter 2: Meat-free DaysBloody Mary soup, Taste the rainbow noodle salad and Vegan spicy black bean burgersChapter 3: Midweek WinnersChermoula baked salmon, Balsamic chicken with long-stem broccoli and Pork, ginger & lime meatballsChapter 4: Family FavouritesChicken salsa rice, All-about-the-gravy sausage & mash and Beef & gnocchi raguChapter 5: FakeawaysPinto bean & sweet potato chilli, Spicy tuna quesadilla and Brisk butter chickenChapter 6: Slam-dunk DinnersCosy lemon chicken & potato casserole, Creamy peanut pulled pork and Korean-style Gochujang beef brisket Chapter 7: Snacks & SidesToasted walnut hummus, Flavour-bomb roast cherry tomatoes and Mini Peshwari naans

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Spiroglyphics is even more incredible than anything Thomas has done before. Each oversized design starts its life as a featureless spiral, but as you fill in the lines you find yourself creating a surprising, eye-popping portrait of a wonderful animal. Fun to create and amazing to look at, Spiroglyphics will blow your mind, and make amazing artworks for your wall!In this book, Thomas creates incredible puzzles of animals.Includes: Alpaca Butterfly Cat Dog Duckling Eagle Fox Lion Tiger And many more!

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From Robert Mapplethorpe to Deborah Bright, this is the essential guide to queer photography.Photography - A Queer History examines how photography has been used by artists to capture, create and expand the category 'Queer'. It bookmarks different thematic concerns central to queer photography, forging unexpected connections to showcase the diverse ways the medium has been used to fashion queer identities and communities. How has photography advanced fights against LGBTQ+ discrimination? How have artists used photography to develop a queer aesthetic? How has the production and circulation of photography served to satisfy the queer desire for images, and created transnational solidarities?Photography - A Queer History includes the work of 84 artists. It spans different historical and national contexts, and through a mix of thematic essays and artist-centred texts brings young photographers into conversation with

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***'Figure Drawing is structured like an art school course and is every bit as rewarding.' Artists and IllustratorsInformative and instructive, this comprehensive guide will give you all the tools you need to draw the human figure, from life and from a screen. While many books focus on just one aspect of figure drawing, this manual unites the skills of observation, expression and understanding in one coherent approach. Beginning with the key principles of observation, Figure Drawing will help you to build a strong foundation of skills to make well-observed, proportionally accurate drawings. As the book progresses you will explore processes and exercises that move beyond the purely observed to express the gesture, form and substance of your model.Photographic and illustrative examples throughout the book support your learning at every step. Clear step-by-step tutorials provide a practical understanding of the key materials, skills and ideas in figure drawing. A comprehensive anatomical reference section, broken down into manageable zones, deepens your knowledge of the human form. The book is a Swiss-bound paperback, designed to lie flat when open and in use.

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Jake Spicer wants you to learn how to draw. This is his complete course in drawing, suitable for complete beginners as well as experienced artists, and designed to help you fit drawing into your lifestyle. Tried-and-tested exercises, ranging from five-minute sketches to dedicated sessions of an hour or longer, cover every subject and location you could wish for, while accessibly written drawing theory helps you relate the technical concepts to your practice, helping you to hone your craft. Whatever your goals are, expert art tutor Jake Spicer gives you the inspiration and encouragement to draw more - and keep improving.

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Pub, Quiz, Pint: the Holy Trinity of evenings well-spent. Pub, Quiz, Snap is a tribute to both the hallowed institution that is the great British pub, and the virtual pub quizzes of our lockdown days. Match sets of vintage pub signs with a game of SNAP, SWAP, Quartets or Memory or hold a quiz round on all things pub and booze with the trivia questions on the backs of the cards.The front of the cards: 52 cards illustrated with original pub and inn sign artworks from the archives of The Inn Sign Society and Brewery Artists, this charming collection is ordered into 13 suits of 4 cards (4 Red Lions, 4 Royal Oaks...) yet no two cards are quite the same and offer a fascinating look at the pictorial tradition of pub signage.The back of the cards: A 52-question quiz on all things pubs and booze. The booklet: the rules to 4 classic matching games and a brief history of the naming traditions of inns and pubs.So, whether you're hosting a pub quiz at home or enjoying an evening at your local, Pub Quiz Snap is the perfect pocket-sized game.

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A collection of 100 stories of kindness, proving just how awesome people can be One person being awesome is all it takes to change the world. People Are Awesome brings you an array of inspiring stories of good deeds, from everyday acts of gentle compassion to heroic deeds of altruism that will restore your faith in humanity. In a world that can all too often feel entrenched in doom and gloom, these heart-warming stories will teach, inspire, restore hope, and, most importantly, serve as a simple reminder to be awesome to each other. In a time where people often experience high stress and anxiety levels, readers are craving good-news stories in order to lift their spirits. This is especially true during a time when news stories tend to focus on the bad over the good. With internet trolls, cancel culture and general nastiness on social media, there has been a call for the need to be kin

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Feast on delightful desi meals for all occasionsDesified is a celebration of South Asian flavours and spices. Inspired by the core principles of Ramadan, this book has more than 90 recipes, including speedy breakfasts, show-stopping brunches, simple and satisfying dinners, and feasting dishes to share. Whether you're looking for the best ways to break your fast or you simply want to eat well throughout the year, a desi twist is always delicious for everyone.CONTENTS INCLUDE: Desi BasicsBasic naan; Perfect rice; Tandoori spice blend5-Minute BreakfastsMango lassi bowl; Desified Turkish eggs; Masala beans on toast20-Minute BreakfastsMasala chai brioche & butter breakfast pudding; Tandoori breakfast potatoes; Onion bhaji hash brownsFirst BitesPapri chaat; Chilli cheese garlic naan; Halloumi pakorasFamily FeastsKarahi chicken; Lamb biriyani; Cheat's 'birria' tacosEasy MealsChilli paneer; One-pot salmon & rice; Butter chicken burgerSweet TreatsChai churros; Pistachio kulfi; Karak cookiesDrinksMasala chai; Lychee mirch mocktail; Strawberry falooda bubble tea

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Impress all your friends at your next pub quiz by becoming an expert in everything from history to sport, science to popular entertainment. This fantastic collection of puzzles provides the perfect solitary entertainment for a quiet moment, and you can discover a fantastic range of facts at the same time.

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*** REVISED AND UPDATED EDITION *** 'This book is a wise investment' - Financial TimesA practical money handbook to help you spend, save and earn better.Do you need help managing your money? Are you keen to invest but not sure how? Or do you need to understand how to make your money work for you? If so, it's time to take back control of your bank balance. In this book you will learn how to:Understand and improve your credit scoreTake back control of debtSave money each monthNegotiate a better salaryBuild a pensionBuy a homeInvest and make your money work harder!This essential handbook will help debunk the financial jargon and break the money taboo. Packed with actionable tips and no-nonsense practical advice, You're Not Broke You're Pre-Rich will teach you how to make your savings work for you, how you could invest your money, why you need to understand your pension and why your financial health is just as important as your mental and physical health.This updated and market-leading manual will be your comprehensive guide to financial freedom, giving you the confidence and conviction to regain control of your bank balance and live a happier, richer life.

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The first book from the much-loved Great British Bake Off semi-finalist.Jürgen Krauss's gentle charm, ambitious flavours and scientific know-how captured audiences' hearts on The Great British Bake Off, his semi-finals departure triggering unprecedented complaints from dismayed viewers. Drawing on the flavours and techniques of his childhood home in the Black Forest, this fool-proof collection of recipes provides delicious inspiration for any time of day and any occasion. From sweet and savoury classics such as Flammkuchen, cinnamon and raisin braid, Streusel, marble cake, and Sacher Torte, to festive bakes such as Lebkuchen, marzipan swirl biscuits, Stollen and Easter braid, they are the perfect way to celebrate German baking at home.

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'BRAVE, BOLD COOKING THAT PUTS WHOLE VEGETABLES AT THE CENTRE OF YOUR PLATE. I WANT TO COOK (AND EAT) IT ALL.' - ANNA JONESMore than 100 everyday, plant-based recipes, including several with QR links to online videos. Each recipe in Vegan Love has a veggie as the star, treated as you would meat or fish - so slow-cooked, baked, roasted, pan-fried or grilled. Each one also consists of the same 4 components: a big veggie (the main) + a protein side (a pulse or grain) + a sauce or cream or dressing + a topping (herbs and crunch) Many can be cooked in 30 minutes, none use less-than-healthy vegan substitutes and all elevate veggies to the next level, showing how simple and tasty they can be. Several are also accompanied by QR codes for online tutorials.

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How much time do you have to cook dinner tonight?Clodagh McKenna's brand-new title is inspired by how much time you have in your busy life and is packed with flavourful, speedy recipes that you can cook from start to finish in 10, 20 or 30 minutes. Destined to become the most useful book in your kitchen, In Minutes is filled with 80 recipes that will soon be weekly staples, from Warm Lentil Salad with Goat's Cheese to Spring Garden Gnocchi and Chicken Katsu Ramen. Divided into three chapters:10-minute recipes - speedy salads to make you glow, pastas for the whole family and no-stress noodles20-minute recipes - light and crispy tempuras, spicy curries for vegans and vegetarians alike, and single-serve ramens30-minute recipes - healthy fish dishes, delicious tarts, mouth-watering burgers and one-pot chicken suppersClodagh is the master of accessible cooking that looks good and makes you feel good. She is obsessed with simple recipes that encourage you to cook from scratch most nights of the week. Speed and simplicity are key.'As a chef I talk to people about food every day. People talk to me in person, on Instagram and they even stop me in the street to chat about food - I absolutely love it! They love to swap recipes, tell you their food preferences and where to buy the greatest ingredients, but the number one topic is time, and how much or how little they have, and how that affects what they cook and when they cook it.Every other part of our lives is timed very carefully. How long we sleep, how much time we should spend exercising, how long it takes us to get to work. But cooking... It depends how long you've got, or how much time you are willing to spend.I live fairly remotely and make dinner most nights rather than eating out or having takeaways, so this book is my answer to whether I have 10, 20 or 30 minutes to cook supper.'Praise for Clodagh's Weeknight Kitchen: 'Clodagh McKenna's simple yet spectacular dishes make every day special. Delicious, effortless, show-stopping recipes.' Daily Mail'The most cookable cook book of the year.' William Sitwell, The Telegraph'Really easy recipes that will impress.' The Times Magazine

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***40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION'If you only read one book about the Falklands make sure it's this one.' - Soldier magazine'An extraordinarily detailed account of the bloodiest battle of the Falklands war.' - Major General Jonathan Shaw CB CBEWhen 3 Para began their assault under cover of darkness on Mount Longdon in June 1982, nobody knew what to expect. The three platoons of B Company each approached the mountain silently, treading carefully through a series of defensive minefields. But following an explosion, fighting quickly escalated with shocking speed and severity, resulting in some of the bloodiest close hand fighting, terrible injuries and shocking loss of life experienced by British troops since the Korean war.Forty years on, James O'Connell - who fought there and was injured himself - recreates this bloody battle in a gut-wrenching 360 degree classic.Frustrated by highly inaccurate books about the battle, O'Connell decided to set the record straight. He revisited the Falkland's five times with comrades and Argentine soldiers and literally walked through the battle with them, step-by-step, creating an unprecedented masterpiece of immersive military publishing.Combined with rare access to the Battalion's records and radio logs, the resulting book is the last word in Mount Longdon, and might be the most harrowingly realistic description of modern warfare you will ever read.

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**NOW A MAJOR MOVIE STARRING ZAC EFRON, RUSSELL CROWE AND BILL MURRAY THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'An extraordinary story.' - Daily Mail'An unforgettable, wild ride from start to finish.' - John Bruning'The astounding true story - from the streets of Manhattan to the jungles of Vietnam.' - Thomas KellyIT SEEMED LIKE A GOOD IDEA AT THE TIME.As a result of a rowdy night in his local New York bar, ex-Marine and merchant seaman "Chick" Donohue volunteers for a legendary mission. He will sneak into Vietnam to track down his buddies in combat to bring them a cold beer and supportive messages from home. It'll be the greatest beer run ever!Now, decades on from 1968, this is the remarkable true story of how he actually did it.Armed with Irish luck and a backpack full of alcohol, Chick works his passage to Vietnam, lands in Qui Nhon and begins to carry out his quest, tracking down the disbelieving soldiers one by one.But things quickly go awry, and as he talks his way through checkpoints and unwittingly into dangerous situations, Chick sees a lot more of the war than he ever planned - spending a terrifying time in the Demilitarized Zone, and getting caught up in Saigon during the Tet Offensive.With indomitable spirit, Chick survives on his wits, but what he finds in Vietnam comes as a shock. By the end of his epic adventure, battered and exhausted, Chick finds himself questioning why his friends were ever led into the war in the first place.

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ONE OF PEOPLE MAGAZINE'S BEST SUMMER READS 20225* 'A jaw-dropping memoir' - THE TELEGRAPH'One of the maddest memoirs you'll read this year... a beautiful, warm, funny book.' -The Times'A wholly absorbing page-turner that everyone will want to read. You should probably buy two.' -Kirkus Starred Review'A riveting debut.' -People Magazine'By turns hilarious, wrenching, and achingly tender.' -Susan Orlean, New York Times bestselling author'A remarkable and wise book, two memoirs braided together with such tendresse that readers will come to believe the ironic title in earnest' -LA TIMES'Riveting and hilariously funny' - The TimesFor most of her life, Chrysta Bilton was one member of a small, if dysfunctional, family of four. There was her sister, Kaitlyn, her hedonistic, glamorous, gay mum Debra, and Jeffrey, who Debra hand-picked, in an LA hairdressers, to be the father of her children. During Chrysta's unstable childhood, Debra struggled to keep the family afloat and Jeffrey wandered in and out of their lives.Then, in her twenties, Chrysta discovered that her father had secretly donated his sperm over 500 times - and that she had at least 35 other siblings.A Normal Family is a captivating coming-of-age memoir about Chrysta's reckoning with the secrets both parents had carefully kept from her. Heartfelt, warm and funny, it's a story of embracing the family we have, in all the forms we find it.

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"Samantha has a unique power in helping people unlock their potential. In a world of endless social media posts, Samantha helps to quieten that noise, zone in on your inner truths and pinpoint a clear direction. She has helped countless people in person (including me) and now we all get to experience her guidance with her brilliant new book." Emma Gannon, author of The Multi-Hyphen Method "Samantha helped me to see I am more in control of how I react to the working day than I first thought. Her words completely changed my attitude to work."Natasha Lunn, Red Magazine "Love It Or Leave It is a relatable, juicy and inspiring read. I particularly enjoyed the practical reflection exercises for self-insight. This is a great resource to help you carve a career you love compatible with a life you love. It's a fantastic resource." Suzy ReadingSay goodbye to the dread of Monday morning. In Love It Or Leave It, expert 'work happiness' coach Samantha Clarke will help you figure out ways to find that work-life balance and be happier and more fulfilled at work. If you are struggling to find motivation, or questioning changes to your job, this inspiring guide is full of vital tips and tools that will help you: LOVE IT - find ways to get more out of the job you have, improve your working relationships and boost your sense of wellbeing and worth. OR LEAVE IT - work out the skills you have to offer and identify the steps you need to take, whether that's looking for a new job, starting a portfolio career or testing a new business idea. Love It Or Leave It is for anyone:*Stuck in a job they hate*Wanting a flexible working routine*Trying to gain some work-life balance*Thinking about a career change *Who has landed their dream job but is struggling with toxic colleagues*Who wants to find a more fulfilling role that brings them joy

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Mindfulness is in the moments.In this guided journal there are mindfulness exercises and prompts to help you nourish a sense of inner calm wherever you are.From immersing yourself in your senses as you savour that first cup of tea or coffee in the morning to letting go of a terrible day, mindfulness develops your awareness. You become the watcher of your emotions, acknowledging all while understanding that you need not be controlled by them. Journaling is a wonderful practice for developing mindfulness, noticing the glorious detail in life and how you feel without clinging on to your emotions.Connect with yourself for these few minutes and see all the connections in your life blossom and grow.

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From the Sunday Times bestselling author 'This refreshing, unusual book needs to exist. A culture shift which repositions a single person as someone who is relationship-free, complete, and not lacking is long overdue.' - The i'Absolutely f*cking brilliant' - Florence GivenHaving a secret single freak-out? Feeling the red, heart-shaped urgency intensify as the years roll on by? Oh hi! You're in the right place.Over half of Brits aged 25-44 are now single. It's become the norm to remain solo until much later in life, given the average marriage ages of 35 (women) and 38 (men). Many of us are choosing never to marry at all. But society, films, song lyrics and our parents are adamant that a happy ending has to be couple-shaped. That we're incomplete without an 'other half'*, like a bisected panto pony. Cue: single sorrow. Dating like it's a job. Spending half our lives waiting for somebody-we-fancy to text us back. Feeling haunted by the terms 'spinster' or 'confirmed bachelor.'Catherine Gray took a whole year off dating to find single satisfaction. She lifted the lid on the reasons behind the global single revolution, explored the bizarre ways cultures single-shame, detached from 'all the good ones are gone!' panic and debunked the myth that married people are much happier.Let's start the reverse brainwash, in order to locate - and luxuriate in - single happiness. Are you in?*Spoiler: you're already wholePRAISE FOR CATHERINE GRAY'S WRITING:"Fascinating." - Bryony Gordon"Not remotely preachy." - The Times"Jaunty, shrewd and convincing." - The Telegraph "Admirably honest, light, bubbly and remarkably rarely annoying." - The Guardian"Truthful, modern and real." - Stylist"Brave, witty and brilliantly written." - Marie Claire"Haunting, admirable and enlightening." - The Pool

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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERIn addition to natural wear and tear that our bodies experience, environmental toxins accumulate in our cells, accelerating the signs of aging. Autophagy is the cellular process that removes these toxins and repairs the damage left behind. On GLOW15, you start each day with an autophagy-activating ketogenic tea and a light, full-fat breakfast, followed by intermittent fasting and protein cycling. You eat foods that activate autophagy - like dairy, red wine, grains and a blueberry smoothie.It can be that simple to see dramatic results in just 15 days - fast weight loss and glowing, radiant skin. You don't count calories. You don't give up entire food groups. And you don't obsess about the gym. You do, however, get Naomi Whittel's advice for sleep, travel, stress reduction and productivity, as well as delicious and nutritious recipes for eating the GLOW15 way - everything that this 42-year-old CEO and mother of four young children does to look and feel amazing.

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Being a single mother wasn't always part of the plan. The fear of it kept me and my family in a situation that wasn't good for any of us. I never thought it could be the life change we all needed. Yes, it can be exhausting, lonely, and financially tough. But it can also be empowering and joyful, in ways you might never have imagined.At first, I felt like a big failure. And how was I supposed to feed and clothe my children, keep a roof over our heads, and work wearing something other than pyjamas, while also remembering to at least once a week drink a glass of water? But as I began to let go of other people's expectations, I started to enjoy the freedom of being a single parent: I was liberated, empowered and able to be the authentic mother I wanted to be. In this book, I share my own experience of single motherhood, alongside insights from fellow solo parents, child psychologists and other experts, providing reassurance and tips to help you:- Raise resilient, emotionally intelligent children - Manage your money- Navigate the world of dating- Forge meaningful friendships - Discover the untold joys of the single-mother life From one single mother to another, this book celebrates solo parenting and tackles the issues that we face daily, offering a fresh perspective and practical advice for anyone who has ever felt the weight of disappointment and guilt at their single parent status, declared themselves a failure or worried about their children's 'outcomes.'I hope reading about my experiences will help you feel excited and proud to be a single mother.'Full of real advice, hopeful and uplifting, Sarah Thompson is the friend every single mother needs in her life.' Emma Bunton'Refreshing... I related so much... it felt like I was being seen... empowering. I found myself laughing out loud quite often while reading it.' Goodreads reviewer'A really good read... interesting, informative, entertaining... a well-researched and intriguing book that was exactly what I needed.' Goodreads reviewer'I really enjoyed this... I'm a single mum and it's great to know there are others out there feeling the same way... reminded me to appreciate the good that has come from being a single mother. I highly recommend this.' Goodreads reviewer

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'Beautiful. Poignant. Phenomenal...I cried and I smiled...Truly a gem.' Goodreads reviewerA moving and heartbreaking journey of a daughter discovering her Palestinian roots and recovering her mother's beloved past. Perfect for fans of The Bookseller of Kabul and The Beekeeper of Aleppo.1948, Jerusalem. Zakia is forced to flee the only home she's ever known as war rips through the leafy streets and the bustling spice-filled souqs. Taking just one suitcase, Zakia thinks she'll be able to return soon. But within weeks, she realises she won't be allowed back to her beloved homeland. 2007, California. Mona grew up with her mother Zakia's memories of Palestine, imagining the muezzin's call for prayer and the medley of church bells her mother so vividly described to her. So, when Mona gets the opportunity to teach conflict resolution in Ramallah, she also embarks on a personal pilgrimage to find her mother's home in militarized and occupied Jerusalem.With cherished letters from her mother who writes to Mona regularly, sharing her story of Jerusalem, Mona dreams of one day being guided by her through the winding cobblestone alleys of the Old City. Yet it is Mona who instead holds her mother's hand as they finally visit Jerusalem together. After fifty-nine years of exile, her mother is returning to the place she once called home - but can a lifetime of loss ever be healed?

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A glimpse into the secret lives of over 50 garden birds, with beautiful illustrations and intriguing factsDid you know that woodpeckers are capable of learning simple codes? Hooded crows can form connections with humans? A jay's call affects the behaviour of surrounding squirrels?All these fascinating bird activities and more are revealed in The Hidden Life of Garden Birds. Unusual feeding behaviour is just the tip of the iceberg. From territorial conflict and strange relationships with man, to breeding and nesting oddities, this book exposes all the drama behind garden birds' everyday survival - making it the perfect gift for birdwatchers.The Hidden Life of Garden Birds will enlighten you to the secret going-ons of the common creatures you can spot from the comfort of your back doorstep.

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Discover the power of crystals to change your life with this insightful Little Book from crystal expert Judy Hall.This enchanting little guide contains everything you need to enhance your life using crystals. Focusing on 15 key crystals, each recommended to complement a particular area of your life, Judy Hall provides essential information on how to choose, use, cleanse and programme your chosen stone.Whether it's Rose Quartz to improve your relationships, Goldstone to bring you wealth or Selenite to strengthen your spiritual practice, this crystal toolbox contains all you need to harness the power of crystals. Each crystal will help towards a particular problem, whether it is a physical ailment or an emotional issue, so you can choose crystals that are relevant to promoting your own health and wellbeing.ContentsCrystal History Crystal Power Crystal Attributes Choosing your Crystal Cleansing your Crystal Programming your Crystal Using your Crystal Crystal Essences

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'Our first lady of food.' The Irish Independent 'It's time to clear the kitchen shelves of all those glossy cookbooks you never open and make way for the Ballymaloe Cookery Course - it's the only one you'll need from now on.' The English Home Ballymaloe is one of the world's best cookery schools and Darina Allen, its co-founder and main teacher, is in a league of her own. Every student who has gone through her school has begged her to write down her recipes and thoughts, tips and shortcuts, and here they are in this definitive teaching book, which has everything to inform and inspire you to become adventurous in the kitchen. Ballymaloe Cookery Course explains 1,175 recipes, 370 variations and more than 100 basic skills, from making pastry to the art of carving, from preserving lemons to making delicious home-made pasta, from culturing creamy yogurt to butterflying a leg of lamb: the simple instructions given by one of the world's great cookery teachers will inspire you to prepare and enjoy the art of fresh produce and fine food.

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Philip's created this new series for walkers, cyclists and local explorers at a scale that provides greener options to uncover all the nature and hidden gems in your local area. With over 18,000 streets and lanes and alleys, and from Aylesbury to Wolverton, we cover Buckinghamshire in enticing detail.Who hasn't explored and enjoyed their surrounding area in recent years and come to appreciate what is on our respective doorsteps? Philip's have created this new series for walkers, cyclists and local explorers at a scale that provides greener options to uncover all the nature and hidden gems in your local area.Includes all the streets in AYLESBURY, BLETCHLEY, CHESHAM, HIGH WYCOMBE, MILTON KEYNES, SLOUGH, Amersham, Beaconsfield, Berkhamsted, Buckingham, Burnham, Chalfont St Giles, Chalfont St Peter, Chesham Bois, Chorleywood, Cookham, Denham, Flackwell Heath, Gerrards Cross, Great Missenden, Haddenham, Hazlemere, Iver, Linslade, Little Chalfont, Loudwater, Loughton, Maidenhead, Marlow, Newport Pagnell, Olney, Prestwood, Princes Risborough, Stoke Mandeville, Stoke Poges, Stony Stratford, Thame, Tring, Uxbridge, Wendover, Windsor, Winslow, Wolverton.The detailed scale allows explorers, walkers and cyclists to avoid main roads and select pathways, bridleways and lanes for optimum enjoyment. Whether it's meandering through the local parks or historic houses, exploring neighbourhood nature spots or the local town, we have the clear mapping and information you need.If you do have to travel to reach areas you'd like to explore, all A and B roads are clearly shown on our Route Planner and we include. Exceptional detail allows the user to pinpoint exactly where they need to go and the best route to follow.· The only atlas with every road, street and lane in the county named, along with the best pedestrian routes, long-distance cycle routes.· Highlighting lanes, alleyways, footpaths and bridleways, camping and caravan sites, golf courses, parks, gardens and many, many other places of interest· Contains all the usual one-way streets, barriers, car parks, railway and bus stations, hospitals, colleges and schools, police and fire stations, places of worship, post offices, shopping and leisure centres

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Philip's Navigator are Britain's bestselling road atlases - exceptional for their scale and clarity. 'A map that beats all others' The Daily Telegraph 'Scale, accuracy and clarity are without parallel' Driving Magazine 'No.1 in the UK for clear maps' Independent research survey - Scale: 1.5 miles to 1 inch = 1:100,000 (Northern Scotland: 3 miles to 1 inch = 1:200,000) - Super-detailed 6-page route-planning section. - Every street in Britain is marked on the maps. - Over 3000 roads clearly named.- Featuring major National Trails such as: Hadrian Wall's Path, Offa's Dyke Path, Pennine Way, South Downs Way, Thames Path, The Ridgeway, West Highland Way and Southern Upland Way. - 100 indexed town-centre maps plus approaches maps to 12 major urban areas. - Exceptional road detail, from motorways to country lanes, with every junction, roundabout and slip-road shown. - Thousands of individually named farms, houses and hamlets.- The No.1 Choice of Road Atlas for the serious motorist. Available in a robust flexiback binding, Philip's Navigator Britain is widely used by professional drivers and the emergency services, including national police training, and is recommended in the motoring press and national newspapers. No other road atlas of Britain offers this level of detail and clarity.

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PHILIP'S - THE ATLAS BRAND FOR TRUCKERS, CARAVANNERS AND OTHER SERIOUS ROAD USERS"The best of its kind with quick and easy to use information" Fleet Week- Essential for Truckers (and very useful for Caravanners too)- Over 4,000 bridges with restrictions - either height, weight or width - located on the maps- Super-clear maps of the UK at 1:200,000 (Northern Scotland 1:250,000)- Special Feature: "Bridge Strikes" (including "Most Hit Bridges", numbering approximately 50, which includes all bridges struck five or more time in a 12-month period- Lists Restricted Motorway Junctions with explanations - Truck stop listings and location maps, including the facilities and opening times- Big format and spiral binding - easy-to-use on the road- 12 pages of urban area maps with bridge restrictions- Central London maps - with bridge restrictions'Even though I have a satnav I find a map essential for planning in stops on long routes.' a trucker customer

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Philip's Navigator Scotland is the UK's best-selling atlas of Scotland. The Navigator brand is famous for the UK's clearest mapping and superb extra detail - essential for the motorist, whether for business or pleasure - and all with a fully updated section on the best Scotland has to offer.'A map that beats all others.' - The Daily Telegraph'Scale, accuracy and clarity are without parallel.' - Driving Magazine'No.1 in the UK for clear maps.' - Independent research survey- Exceptional clarity at a scale of 1.5 miles to 1 inch = 1:100,000 (3 miles to 1 inch = 1:200,000 for Northern Scotland) - No other road atlas of Scotland can provide this level of detail and touring information- Invaluable 'Best Places to Visit' section, including heritage spots, spectacular sights and the best walks, including the Southern Upland, West Highland, Great Glen and Speyside Ways- Key town-centre maps fully indexed for easy navigation- Exceptional road detail, from motorways to country lanes, with every junction, roundabout and slip-road shown- Packed with hundreds of individually named farms, houses and hamlets, alongside all the key heritage and cultural sites- Hard-wearing and practical A4 format with spiral bindingNavigator Scotland offers so much more than a mere road map: hundreds of individually named farms, houses and hamlets, airports, airfields, stations, ferries, canals, harbours, tourist information centres, and a wide range of places of interest ranging from castles to chapels. Every element is clearly indexed for easy use and includes indexed town plans of all the major regional centres. Added to all that is a guide to Scotland's many leisure facilities and listings of a wide variety of activities from abseiling to yachting.The atlas is perfect for touring with its large scale and wealth of travel information. The exceptional detail also makes the atlas ideal for local business use.

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Philip's latest super-clear road map of Italy fully updated with the latest tourist, heritage and driving information.'THE CLEAREST AND MOST DETAILED MAPS OF EUROPE' David Williams MBE, former CEO Gem Motoring Assist The bestselling fold-out road map for navigating in Italy has been updated for all travellers wanting to go places in the Italian peninsula, including Sardinia and Sicily. Whether driving through the most spectacular scenic routes the country has to offer on the Amalfi coast or planning your trip from Venice to Naples, this handy map has all you need. - Super-clear mapping scale 1:1,110,000 (17.5 miles to 1 inch)- Key driving information: motorways (toll, pre-pay and free), mountain passes, railways, road numbers (European and local), plus distances between towns- Fully revised and up-to-date with the latest tourist and leisure information- Scenic routes clearly highlighted- Places of interest added: from castles, heritage sites, beaches and national parks to theme parks, places of worship and ancient monuments- Includes the islands and sights of Sardinia and Sicily- Double-sided maps - more for your money and easier to use- Detailed city plans: Milan, Naples, Rome and Turin - Full index of place names- Major city location mapsIn fact, everything you need for your trip to Italy.

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A new edition of this double-sided map of the Cotswolds clearly featuring places of tourist and historic interest in an easy-to-read style of mapping, alongside six handy town centre plans. This leisure and tourist map of the Cotswolds gives detailed coverage of the area's road network at a scale of approximately 2 miles to 1 inch (1:125,000). The coverage stretches from Abingdon in the east to Gloucester in the west, and from Swindon in the south to Great Malvern in the north.The map shows places of tourist and historic interest, including castles, camping and caravanning sites, country parks, galleries, gardens, golf courses, museums, nature trails, historic sites, sports venues, theatres and wildlife parks. An index to principal places of interest is also featured.With some of the most enchanting towns and cities in England in the area - all with extraordinary history and notable natural beauty - use the Philip's Leisure Map to explore and delight in the Cotswold magic. Included in the mapping are indexed town-centre street maps for Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Gloucester, Tewkesbury and Winchcombe for easy navigation and enjoyment.In a convenient folded format, this double-sided sheet map is ideally suited for both leisure and business use, whether by locals or visitors.

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You're stuck in traffic and you're late to work, but it doesn't matter. Your cat woke you up with a kiss that morning, you've just spotted your first freckle of the year (summer must be here) and now your favourite song is playing on the radio. Life is good.Packed with cute, funny and silly everyday scenarios, and beautifully illustrated throughout, this book is a reminder to stop stressing about life's problems, and to start appreciating the little things instead. Learn to laugh at the ridiculous, revel in your small achievements, delight in the mundane and start living your best life.

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A student cookbook with a difference, The Hungry Student Vegetarian not only gives more than 200 quick and cheap meat-free recipes that are so tasty, even hardened carnivores will keep turning up for dinner. There are also indispensable tips on budgeting, lunchbox ideas, healthy eating and how to get creative with leftovers.With chapters dedicated to Bring on Brekky, Comfort Food, Roasted and Baked, Made in a Flash and All the Carbs, there are opportunities for impromptu parties, end of the month budget creations and comfort foods for one.All the recipes in this book are balanced for a healthy vegetarian diet, and they each have an affordability stamp to help with budgeting as well as detailed instructions to make them accessible to even the most novice cook. Forget the textbooks, this is the only book you'll ever need to get through your first year!

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In The Little Book of Mumfulness, a non-expert mum takes you through the non-perfect guide to getting through motherhood without losing your mind from exhaustion. If you have:1) Not eaten in well over twelve hours;2) Run out of nappies;3) Got a house that is beginning to look like it's been burgled......then this book is for you.Advice includes:- How to take time throughout the day to restore your equilibrium (like having a long, loud scream in a closet)- How to shortcut child-related tasks (by avoiding them altogether)- How to let off steam through mumful exercisesIt also includes the news that IT'S NOT JUST YOU who is struggling with the demands of being the 'perfect' mother, and if you need a long swig of prosecco (or any wine from the fridge, or the cupboard for that matter) at the end of a day of parenting, then that is more than a-ok. Most importantly, this book will help you to remember that being a good mum is about finding your own mumfulness amongst the imperfect chaos.

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A student cookbook with a difference, The Hungry Healthy Student offers a choice of more than 200 quick, cheap and easy recipes, meaning more money in your pocket and more time to play! All the recipes have a healthy focus which means increased brain power and more energy to enjoy student life to the full. There are also indispensable tips on healthy habits, mood boosters, free ways to get fit and takeaway alternatives.With chapters dedicated to Breakfast and Lunchbox; Healthy and Hearty; Good Grains, Beans and Pulses; Super Salads, Snacks and Sides; Make it Light and Sweet Alternatives, there are recipes whether you want food on the go, for impromptu parties, or just comfort food and delicious treats for a night in.All the recipes in this book are balanced for a healthy diet, and they each have an affordability stamp to help with budgeting, as well as detailed instructions to make them accessible to even the most novice cook.Forget the textbooks, this is the only book you'll ever need to get through your first year!

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50th ANNIVERSARY FACSIMILE EDITIONA bestseller since it was first published in 1972, Alex Comfort's classic work celebrates human physical intimacy with such authority and clarity that a whole generation felt empowered to enjoy sex. It was ground-breaking and unique in the wide range of subjects it discussed and in its reassuring authority and sense of fun. No other book has come close in providing such a wise, witty, uninhibited - sometimes delightfully eccentric - guide to lovemaking. A cultural landmark, the original illustrations are absolutely iconic.

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Winner of the Garden Media Guild Book Photographer of the Year 2015'This book will inspire readers to envision what is possible even in the smallest, most improbable spaces'.Publishers Weekly'Just looking at Marianne's stunning photographs made me want to go outside and start re-thinking my plot....I defy any reader not to find a style they can feel comfortable with in this book, there are plenty of ideas which can be adopted, even for the most difficult location'.Reckless GardenerThere is no one way to design a garden. The variations and breadth of possibilities are astonishing but it is the choices of the individual that make the world of gardens so exciting. Creating a garden is part common sense and part instinct but we all need inspiration to help us realize the garden we want. Garden Design: A Book of Ideas is the must-have visual reference for garden owners, architects and designers. With over 600 images by award-winning photographer Marianne Majerus and incisive advice from garden designer and best-selling writer Heidi Howcroft, this book takes the reader from getting the concept right to choosing the perfect finishing touches for your outdoor space. The gardens featured are large and small, urban and rural in a wide range of styles from contemporary to classical to naturalistic. Every aspect of designing a garden is explored, from assessing your plot and soil to choosing a style as your inspiration, selecting the right components (be they hard landscaping, boundaries or plants) and tackling more challenging spaces.

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Marks are one of the collector's most important tools when it comes to identifying and dating antiques. Of course, it is important to understand that they should never be relied upon completely, as many have been copied or faked. What you should rely on is experience. Handle as many antiques as you can and learn to combine your knowledge of marks with the knowledge of how an authentic piece looks and feels.Whether you are buying at auction, flea market or antique shop this is the book you need to identify and date what you find. More than 6,000 marks are organized for quick, at-a-glance reference with full-colour sections on silver, Sheffield plate, bronze figures, ceramics, glass, costume jewellery, toys and dolls. This comprehensive guide can be kept handy to identify antique finds and valuate them from a catalogue of the most common marks that you will encounter, as well as any unidentified treasures you already own.

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This comprehensive book takes a fresh look at preserving. Jams and jellies, chutneys and pickles, smoked and potted meats and cured fish, cordials and alcohols, vegetables in oil, mustards and vinegars - here are recipes to fill the larder with the most delicious conserves of all kinds. Award-winning food writer Diana Henry has sourced preserves from many different cuisines, from familiar fruit jams to more unusual recipes such as Georgian plum sauce, rhubarb schnapps and Middle Eastern pickled turnips. There is expert advice and instruction on techniques where necessary - from successful smoking (without expensive equipment) to foolproof jellies. As always Diana's irresistible narrative style makes you feel she is in the kitchen with you, guiding you gently through the recipes and providing fascinating background that ranges from the traditions of wild mushroom picking in Italy, Scandinavia and Russia to Simone de Beauvoir (who compared making jam to capturing time). Preserving makes the most of seasonal ingredients and intensifies flavours wonderfully. It's also a delicious way of making everyday food special and giving friends and family something beautifully home-made. From elderflower in spring and summer tomatoes, to autumn berries and winter vodkas, the recipes in this book will provide you with season after season of wonderful preserves.

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Using the ancient Indian form of karmic astrology, we can discover the effect of our past lives on the present.This guide aims to impart the practical skills needed to see your own present-day path according to the teachings of karma and reincarnation. By calculating and understanding how to read your birth chart you can understand patterns that have built up over many lifetimes. Judy Hall offers detailed explanations on types of karma, how souls reincarnate and how patterns are carried forward. Past Life Astrology examines karmic themes within each sun-sign and then goes on to show how these themes are played out throughout life, meaning you can start to apply the information in a practical way to your own soul journey, wherever you are in this lifetime.

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'What a fabulous book - a must for any royal watcher! It's elegant, stylish and gloriously illustrated. I didn't want it to end. I loved the original and innovative approach to the subject, and the new insights I gained. I cannot recommend it highly enough.' Alison Weir'Vogue, like the royal family, has been through many evolutions of its own, and to view Her Majesty's life though the record of our pages is truly a document of history.' - Edward Enninful, Editor-in-Chief of British VogueFive monarchs (crowned and uncrowned); one abdication; one royal investiture; a jewel box of jubilees and many, many royal marriages... British Vogue has borne witness to a century of royal history. As another reign begins, The Crown in Vogue is the magazine's 'special royal salute' to the House of Windsor. Vogue's first star photographer, Cecil Beaton, was entranced by the House of Windsor and the admiration was mutual. A younger star photographer, Antony Armstrong Jones, left Vogue to marry the Queen's sister and returned as Lord Snowdon. The Queen's cousin, Vogue's Lord Lichfield proved an insightful photographer of royal style along with many of Vogue's fashion photographers including Horst, Norman Parkinson and David Bailey. With visual treasures from Vogue's unrivalled archive and contributions through the decades from the most perceptive of royal commentators - from Evelyn Waugh to Zadie Smith - The Crown in Vogue is the definitive, authoritative portrait of Queen Elizabeth II's magnificent reign - and of royalty in the modern age.

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From the Chanel suit to the Wonderbra, via Jackie Kennedy, Ziggy Stardust and Alexander McQueen, respected fashion journalist and editor Paula Reed explores each of the styles and visionaries that have defined the way we dress. Spanning fifty years - from the 1950s to the 1990s - and accompanied by striking photographs throughout, Fashion Evolution is the definitive story of the style moments that changed the world.

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