Ian Baker – illustratör

It's time to embrace the slower pace!There's no denying it - you're OLD, but that comes with a lot of perks. You can say the most outrageous things and somehow get away with it. You can dress however you damn well please. And after learning from so many mistakes, you're now as wise as you are wizened. It's your time to recline, and this hilarious book will show you how it's done.

See the funny side of ageing with this collection of amusing observations, silly suggestions and humorous illustrations - the perfect gift for any birthday girl or boy with more than a few candles on their cakeSo you're a little bit older. So what? Just because you're getting on a bit doesn't mean you have to start acting ancient. The universe is over 13 billion years old, and you're probably nowhere near that yet - well, not quite anyway.Frankly, it's never too early to start enjoying your second childhood, to stop taking life so seriously and to start acting a bit silly again. This book will be your go-to guide for inspiration and merriment while clocking up birthdays like they're going out of fashion.Across these pages, you'll find all kinds of wild recommendations and questionable advice, including:- Things it's never too late to do- Grown-up and less grown-up ways to behave at work- How to keep up with modern technology- Ways you can blend in with younger people- Things you can have tantrums about as you get olderSo forget the creaking joints or fleeing follicles and embrace the opportunities for mischief and mirth - after all, growing old doesn't mean growing up!

Dive into this hilarious, fully illustrated guide packed with tongue-in-cheek tips to prepare you for an exciting new life chapter - retirement!Attention all retirees! This book is the essential guide to navigating life beyond the nine-to-five. Your freedom begins here and you're going to need all the advice you can get on how to while away the hours, make cool new friends, and avoid total boredom!Retirement is an exciting time, but you probably have a lot of questions too. For instance, how long can I lie in bed before I'm officially classed as lazy, and what the heck do I do with all my free time now? Whatever questions you might have, this book is the ticket to a remarkably good retirement.Charmingly illustrated by Ian Baker, How to Survive Retirement is packed with tongue-in-cheek advice that will have you chuckling from page to page. So, wherever your retired years lead you, this book is your reminder to laugh, embrace your new life, and enjoy the ride!

Dive into this hilarious, fully illustrated guide packed with tongue-in-cheek tips to prepare you for the rollercoaster ride of a lifetime - being a grandparent!Attention all grandparents! This book is the essential guide to navigating the treacherous waters of spoiling grandchildren, mastering the art of babysitting, perfecting your cake-baking skills, and much more. Being a grandparent can come with all sorts of challenges. Perhaps you're wondering how to stay trendy in order to impress your grandkids, or wanting to discover the secret to maintaining your sanity during endless rounds of "Baby Shark"? Whatever questions you might have, this book is the ticket to grandparenting greatness. Charmingly illustrated by Ian Baker, How to Survive Being a Grandparent is packed with tongue-in-cheek advice that will have you chuckling from page to page. Whether you're a seasoned grandparent or a newcomer just learning the ropes, you'll learn to embrace the chaos, stock up on all the supplies you'll need, and cherish your most rewarding adventure yet - grandparenthood!