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'Riveting and enlightening, this book should be handed out to all humans as mandatory reading'- Stylist 'Fun, but still deeply, rigorously researched' - Professor Neil Shyminsky'A true masterpiece. Rachel Barr has done a phenomenal job breaking down the complexities of the human mind' - Jeffrey Meltzer, LMHC'Insightful and relatable. . . it’s a resource I’ll proudly keep on my shelf as a therapist' - Joshua Fletcher, anxiety therapistTHE INSTANT IRISH TIMES BESTSELLERYour brain is the most remarkable thing in the known universe.Always trying to mend itself, and always trying to protect you, it’s in a constant state of flux — adapting, reconfiguring, finding new pathways . . . And it has an astonishing capacity for recovery. Only it doesn’t always get it right.Rachel Barr struggled through years of devastating loss, heartache, and uncertainty until neuroscience gave her the first spark of self-belief she had felt in her adult life — and proof that, because of the brain’s near-infinite potential for neuroplastic change, it’s never too late to carve out neural pathways to form new habits, new skills, and new ways of thinking.Whether you want to nerd-out on Neuroscientific acronyms, finally understand what’s going on in your head, or take refuge in a book that’s like a warm hug for your mind, How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend is a delight-filled, evidence-based guide to taking better care of your brain — so it, in turn, will take better care of you.

"Beautiful and inspiring. Julius celebrates the utter joy of good food” – Jamie Oliver“A mouth-watering culinary trip around the world” – Tim SpectorReinvigorate your cooking with more than 90 extraordinary international recipes, and bring wholesome, unprocessed ingredients to life from the comfort of your kitchen. Julius Fiedler (@hermann) has made it his mission to travel far and wide, researching and celebrating traditional plant-based food from cultures across the globe.Travel the globe and unearth a treasure trove of unmissable plant-based dishes that will make your taste buds sing including:ITALY: biancomangiare (almond milk pudding)caponata (Sicilian aubergine relish)carciofi alla Romana (Roman braised artichokes)INDIA:chana masala (chickpea curry)Bengaluru-style masala dosa (rice & lentilpancake with potato stuffing)vada pav (spiced potato fritter rolls)CHINA:biang biang mian (hand-pulled noodles in fragrant chilli oil)suan le fen (hot & sour noodle soup)jian dui (stuffed sesame balls)TURKIYE:kuru b.ru¨lce salatasi (black-eyed bean salad)lokma (fried dough balls in rose water syrup)gözleme (spinach & potato stuffed fl atbreads)Naturally Vegan is a must-have for anyone curious about plant-based eating, and the stories behind their food.“A stunning collection that I can’t wait to cook from” – Özlem Warren“Embrace the simplicity and richness of plant-based ingredients” – Romy Gill

"This book will profoundly change people's lives for the better" Julia Samuel MBE"Urgent, empowering, and genuinely healing, it shows us a better way to live" Dr Joseph Jebelli, author of The Brain at Rest"Warm, well-researched and inspiring. There are insights on every page. Read it, and regenerate, one small step at a time" Rachel Kelly, author of Black Rainbow"I've always wondered what the world's most respected performance coach would advise her clients but to pull back the curtain and experience her guidance is genuinely stunning. Life. Reclaimed is an antidote to burnout culture" Bruce Daisley, author of Eat Sleep Work Repeat"An excellent book that this moment in time is screaming out for - an ecologically minded remedy for chronic overperformance" Dr Rangan Chatterjee, author of Make Change That Lasts"This is a profound and hopeful book, offering a radically healthier vision of success ... Eye-opening, soul-searching and genuinely life-changing, it will transform how you think about work, ambition and what it really means to thrive" Grace Marshall, author of How to be Really Productive and Struggle-----Are you exhausted by the pressure to ‘have it all’ — even when you’re no longer sure what ‘all’ truly means? In a culture that rewards going ‘above and beyond’ – where exhaustion from late-night work is worn like a badge of honour – the pressure to be exceptional frequently leads to a cycle of chronic overperformance and, eventually, burnout.It’s time to stop ignoring your needs to get ahead. In Life. Reclaimed top performance psychologist Pippa Grange draws on her work with elite athletes and executives to liberate you from the pressure of the external scoreboard. Blending real-world stories and the principles of regenerative performance, she arms you with the practical tools to dismantle false goals, reset your priorities and build a foundation for lasting success.Get ready to stop performing the life you think you should have and start living the one you didn’t know was possible.

'Riveting and enlightening, this book should be handed out to all humans as mandatory reading'- Stylist 'Fun, but still deeply, rigorously researched' - Professor Neil Shyminsky'A true masterpiece. Rachel Barr has done a phenomenal job breaking down the complexities of the human mind' - Jeffrey Meltzer, LMHC'Insightful and relatable. . . it’s a resource I’ll proudly keep on my shelf as a therapist' - Joshua Fletcher, anxiety therapistTHE INSTANT IRISH TIMES BESTSELLERYour brain is the most remarkable thing in the known universe.Always trying to mend itself, and always trying to protect you, it’s in a constant state of flux — adapting, reconfiguring, finding new pathways . . . And it has an astonishing capacity for recovery. Only it doesn’t always get it right.Rachel Barr struggled through years of devastating loss, heartache, and uncertainty until neuroscience gave her the first spark of self-belief she had felt in her adult life — and proof that, because of the brain’s near-infinite potential for neuroplastic change, it’s never too late to carve out neural pathways to form new habits, new skills, and new ways of thinking.Whether you want to nerd-out on Neuroscientific acronyms, finally understand what’s going on in your head, or take refuge in a book that’s like a warm hug for your mind, How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend is a delight-filled, evidence-based guide to taking better care of your brain — so it, in turn, will take better care of you.

'The man has a knack for making even the most ambitious projects seem entirely possible' Yotam Ottolenghi'A very useful book' Jamie Oliver'The new bible of Fermentation' Julius Fiedler, a.k.a @hermannFrom kimchi to miso, kombucha to ginger beer, The Fermentation Kitchen introduces you to the alchemy of fermentation – taking simple ingredients and transforming them in form and flavour.Explore a wide range of authentic and adapted techniques from across cultures and continents and harness bacteria, yeast, and fungus to create a variety of ferments to add flavour to dishes, boost gut health, and give perishable produce a new lease of life.Reconnect with these natural processes and learn to incorporate ferments into your everyday cooking with guides to flavour, texture and aroma alongside recipe ideas serving as inspiration.

THE INSTANT IRISH TIMES BESTSELLER______'Riveting and enlightening, this book should be handed out to all humans as mandatory reading.' - Stylist'Fun, but still deeply, rigorously researched.' - Professor Neil Shyminsky'Insightful and relatable psychoeducation that demystifies the brain . . . it’s a resource I’ll proudly keep on my shelf as a therapist.' - Joshua Fletcher, anxiety therapist Your brain is the most remarkable thing in the known universe. Always trying to mend itself, and always trying to protect you, it’s in a constant state of flux — adapting, reconfiguring, finding new pathways . . . And it has an astonishing capacity for recovery.Only it doesn’t always get it right.Rachel Barr struggled through years of devastating loss, heartache, and uncertainty until neuroscience gave her the first spark of self-belief she had felt in her adult life — and proof that, because of the brain’s near-infinite potential for neuroplastic change, it’s never too late to carve out neural pathways to form new habits, new skills, and new ways of thinking.Whether you want to nerd-out on Neuroscientific acronyms, finally understand what’s going on in your head, or take refuge in a book that’s like a warm hug for your mind, How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend is a delight-filled, evidence-based guide to taking better care of your brain — so it, in turn, will take better care of you.The Irish Times Bestseller 06/09/2025

Welcome to Alessandro Vitale a.k.a SpicyMoustache’s world, where he’s on a determined mission to reduce waste in your kitchenEveryone wants to live more sustainably, but it's hard to know where to start. With all those small steps towards zero-waste will come to light. Through 100 step-by-step low-waste recipes, Alessandro Vitale (Spicy Moustache) shows that everyone can make small changes for a big environmental impact.Driven by a desire for a more sustainable world, Alessandro’s success has been his plant-based 60 second videos on maximizing flavour and making the most of different fruit and vegetables. Now, Spicy brings his straightforward approach to the page, with ingredient-led, step-by-step, low- and zero-waste recipes for delicious plant-based meals and snacks, along with a handful of household remedies, cosmetics, and useful tips on food storage, shopping, and more – everything you need to reduce waste in your kitchen and home.

'A remarkable manual for discovering what really matters, then building a life around the answer.' Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks'Deeply authentic and profound. How a Little Becomes a Lot will teach you manageable ways to make meaningful changes in your life. And along the way, it will give you new understandings of the world – and of your very own self.' Susan Cain, author of Quiet"Chock-full of wit and wisdom, I finished this and instantly started it all over again. It's already brought me closer to the person I want to be ... Everyone should read this book." Catherine Gray, author of The Unexpected Joy series-----Why do some of us change for the better while others seem to get stuck?Behavioural coach Eric Zimmer has been asking himself this question for years and in this, his debut book, he shares how forming healthy habits is not enough – we need to cultivate wise habits to be applied day by day.When Eric found himself homeless, addicted and facing prison in his 20s, he developed a system of small steps that began to lead him towards lasting health. Over time, he has refined these steps into a method that he has shared with thousands of people through his coaching and chart-topping podcast, The One You Feed.How A Little Becomes A Lot brings together Eric’s research and experience to offer a framework to help improve the lives of even those among us who feel stuck and cynical about whether change is even possible in the first place. Through four simple steps – Remember, Focus, Feel and Stick – this book helps you make the small changes that will make a big difference in your life.---'Practical, encouraging, and deeply human – this is a guide for anyone ready to create the life they deserve.' Dr. Nicole LePera, author of How to Do the Work 'It’s wise, compassionate, and will help lots of people.' Johann Hari, author of Stolen Focus'An entertaining, thoughtful companion for anyone learning to change from the inside out.' Kristin Neff, author of Self-Compassion'We can all learn something from time spent with Eric Zimmer.' Emma Gannon, author of The Multi-Hyphen Method

'Clear, thoroughly researched and well-written. Please read it before you buy another self-help book' – Barry Schwartz, author of The Paradox of Choice'A powerful toolkit that you can use for whatever challenges life has thrown at you' – Annie Duke, author of Quit'This is the mother of all self-help books! Spencer and Jeremy have ingested a library’s worth of advice books and given us the evidence-based ones that actually work' – AJ Jacobs, author of The Year of Living Biblically'The most thoughtful and comprehensive self-help book I’ve ever read – written with empathy and clarity' – Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, author of Everybody Lies------The world of self-help is overflowing with advice, but you don't have to drown in it...Experts Spencer Greenberg and Jeremy Stevenson have done the work so you don’t have to.After analysing more than 100 self-help books and 23 different therapies, they uncovered ahidden truth: all effective self-help techniques collapse into just 12 high-level approaches.Now, they’ve distilled those proven methods into a single, actionable guide: The 12 Levers.Stripped of trends, fads and confusing jargon, The 12 Levers hands you the exact tools you need to navigate life's challenges. You will discover how to:Find your direction by clarifying your intrinsic valuesConquer fear with the most scientifically validated anxiety approach in the worldFix your sleep using the most effective techniques from top sleep therapistsMaximise your downtime with fulfilling ‘glad-you-did-it’ activitiesGet more done by understanding 'The Productivity Equation'Break the cycle of self-consciousness using the 'Attention Training Technique'Intuitive and easy to implement, The 12 Levers isn't just another self-help theory – it's your complete psychological toolkit for a better life.

"A brilliant guide to understanding ultra-processed foods, gut health, and building a balanced diet – with practical tips and easy, delicious recipes." – Ella Mills“This book is much needed – clear, progressive, and a positive step towards helping people navigate our unhealthy food environment in a practical, realistic way.” – Professor Tim Spector–––––––––THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe Unprocessed Plate is essential reading for anyone wanting to cut out Ultra Processed Food (UPF) from their diet. What are UPFs? How are they impacting our lives? And how do we avoid them? Sunday Times bestselling author and industry-leading nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert is here to answer the biggest questions and unpack one of the hottest topics in the nutrition world today.Rhiannon also shares 60 minimally processed, family-friendly recipes for nutritious breakfasts, on-the-go lunches, weeknight meals, and easy swaps for snacks and store-cupboard essentials.Chapters and recipes include:Start the day right: Spelt and oat pancakes with stewed fruit, Fridge-raid omelette muffinsLunch and on-the-go: Rainbow rice bowl, Green fritters with whipped herby cottage cheese30-minute heroes: Prawn tacos with grapefruit salsa, Pearl spelt and pea risottoFamily favourites: Roast mushrooms with polenta and salsa verde, Chicken, date, and almond pilafSnacks and dips: Easy yogurt flatbreads, Miso-roasted nutsSomething sweet: Chocolate, peanut, and date bars, Ice lollies (2 ways)Sauces and essentials: Spiced tomato ketchup, Green pestoWritten by an expert and parent, The Unprocessed Plate offers solutions to our overreliance on unhealthy convenience food, and empowers us all to prioritize home cooking for the good of our health.Sunday Times bestseller, 29/06/25

Your guide to thriving in midlife.Move yourself to the top of the to-do list with Midlife Matters, your ultimate companion to navigating everything this exciting and complicated chapter has to offer. Movement leader, and founder of the award-winning platform The Latte Lounge, Katie Taylor brings together renowned experts to inform and empower you through every step of your midlife journey. With advice from leading doctors, psychologists, dermatologists, dieticians, athletes, lawyers and more, this midlife manual will help you to make your next chapter the best one yet.Discover what it takes to:Boost your health, addressing menopausal symptoms like brain fog to heart health, skincare, and musculoskeletal strengthImprove self-care through diet, fitness, sleep, and calmNavigate pivot points in relationships, friendships, and familyMaster midlife finances and work life Open yourself up to a world of new possibilities

Bad back from sitting at your desk all day? Tech neck from looking at your phone too much? Is your body feeling the strains of modern life?Introducing Yoga Fix: functional yoga for a pain-free body. Get rid of that stiff neck, achy back, and those tight hamstrings with fully photographed step-by-step fixes to help you feel flexible, relaxed, and twinge-free.From tension headaches, jaw pain, and rounded shoulders to pelvic floor weakness, runner’s knee, and tight quads, this head-to-toe guide to the body will show you simple poses and quick stretches to ease your aching muscles.If traditional yoga has not worked out for you, or if you simply do not have the time or money for fancy gym memberships, this book will show you how to get a quick fix of yoga that will make a big difference to how you feel.

‘Daisy’s words never fail to make me feel less alone.’- Dolly Alderton‘Daisy Buchanan is already my go-to person for reading recommendations, and now she’s sharing her wisdom with the world! I can’t think of a better guide to the books that can heal, soothe and inspire us.’ - Katherine May'Daisy writes about anxiety with real honesty and kindness' Marian KeyesRead yourself calmerRead yourself courageousRead yourself freeForget ‘self-help’ and embrace ‘shelf-help’ by discovering the healing power of books and reading to inspire, comfort and fortify.In a hectic world that can feel uncertain and overwhelming, Daisy Buchanan offers the perfect source of anti-anxiety, inviting us to discover the literary worlds that have helped her in unwinding anxiety to survive – and thrive.Between the covers you can expect:In Read Yourself Romantic, Daisy explores the best relationship books from Role Models to Romeo and Juliet and speaks to David Nicholls, author of One Day, all about love.In Read Yourself Sexy Daisy gets between the covers of best selling books like Rivals by Jilly Cooper, Vox and Fifty Shades of Grey.Reading Your Relatives invites us into the worlds of classic books like Little Women, Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice and Roald Dahl’s Matilda. Whether you’re embracing feel good books like Sophie Kinsella’s Shopaholic Series or Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol or self help books to help you in overcoming anxiety and stress, Daisy provides personally curated reading lists and over 200 book recommendations to help you process your emotions and find more peace with every page

AS SEEN ON TV“Asma's approach here is seasonal, though it’s one that addresses not just the weather, but our needs and moods, offering an edible calendar to give succour and delight throughout the year.” – Nigella Lawson“Open this book anywhere and you'll find something you'll want to eat” – Delicious Magazine.________Join chef and founder of London’s famous Darjeeling Express restaurant on a flavour odyssey as she shares delicious Indian recipes and family favourites to awaken your palate and nourish your soul. Get ready to embrace six seasons of flavour in this stunning new collection of 80 bright and vibrant Indian recipes inspired by Asma’s native Bengal.Be guided on an atmospheric journey through India's culinary landscape and discover the principles of Ayurvedic cooking. Enjoy a masterclass in creating mouthwatering, easy curries, sides, and desserts that sing with flavour, such as:MIDWEEK CURRIES: Quick Bengali chicken kormaVEGETARIAN MAINS: Delicate lentil fritters with spiced yoghurtINDIAN STREETFOOD: Crispy and spicy tawa toastiesCOMFORT FOOD: Spiced and creamy pumpkin dhalSWEET TREATS: Yogurt with saffron and pistachioThis Indian cookbook teaches you how to use Indian spices confidently, master new cooking techniques and unearth a treasure trove of unforgettable recipes including, veg-friendly curries and fantastic menus to entertain.Monsoon celebrates the pure joy of eating with recipes to suit every craving – a must have for anyone looking to bring flavour back to their kitchen.

'A beautifully thoughtful, considered and candid read. As always, Katie’s trademark warmth and grace shines through' - Stacey Dooley, TV presenter and authorAge is a gift not everybody is given…When a life-threatening acid-attack left Katie Piper physically and visibly scarred at just 24, her approach to ageing was irrevocably changed: she now sees each passing year as a reminder of the privilege of being alive.Over a decade on from sharing her story for the first time, Katie reflects on what it means to age well within a world that has too often made women feel irrelevant or invisible for going through the natural ageing process.From how to know your worth to how to take up space in a society that tells you to be small, this book will help you cultivate a confidence you can depend on and find the real beauty in getting older.Katie Piper OBE is an international bestselling author, inspirational speaker, TV presenter and charity campaigner. She is a regular panellist on ITV’s Loose Women and a presenter for BBC Radio 2. Katie shared her remarkable story in a Channel 4 documentary called ‘Katie: My Beautiful Face’, which was watched by over 3.5 million viewers and nominated for a BAFTA in 2010.

When we are outside, studies show evidence of significant improvements to our mood, stress levels, confidence and self worth, relationships and physical and mental health. And yet many of us aren’t making use of the myriad benefits the natural world can offer us. Bear Grylls is here to change that. In Rewild, Reboot, Recharge Bear lays out a challenge, to dedicate 90 days to nature. By taking regular, achievable steps to reduce the amount of time spent on screens, indoors, and at desks, you too can experience the powerful, life-affirming impact being outside will have on everything you do. This book is about walking barefoot, growing something, learning something. It’s about turning our faces towards the sun and reminding ourselves who we really are.

“Delicious and indulgent recipes – Elly Smart is the queen of plant-based comfort food!” Gaz OakleyMake plants the centre of every plate! We’re talking veg-centric meals with Main Character Energy.Elly Smart (@ellysplate) dishes up a feast of plant-based recipes, from crispy garlic parm roasties and creamy plant-based lasagne, to sticky hot “honey” halloumi-style burgers and espresso martini churros.With more than 75 plant-based dishes to take you from weekday breakfasts to weekend treats, with decadent snacks and sharing plates, and easy dinner party centrepieces. Elly is an expert in plant-based recipe development, and has some of the smartest tricks for getting nourishing ingredients into your diet without you even noticing. All of Elly's plates are all nutritionally balanced and packed with protein, while being super tasty, satisfying, and low effort, using simple ingredients and store-cupboard staples. Make a fresh start with chocolate breakfast chia pots and Elly’s reset quinoa bowl, get ahead with meal prep with smokey chorizo tacos, and pile your plate with secret veg in a green skillet lasagne.Enjoy simple 10-minute dinners for cosy nights at home, and indulge in courgette (kind of) carbonara, comforting hug-in-a-bowl date stew, or creamy coconut and tofu noodle soup.This is big on flavour without compromise – food that’s good for you and the planet.

“Midlife nutrition made easy!” Professor Tim Spector“Magnificent menus for midlife and beyond” Davina McCall––––––––––THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERMenolicious is the essential cookbook for anyone navigating the challenges and changes of midlife; co-authored by two women passionate about food and feeling your best through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.Menopause awareness campaigner Mariella Frostrup and chef and daughter of Mary Berry, Belles Berry have teamed up to provide you with a menopause survival toolkit of quick, easy, and supremely delicious recipes to ease key symptoms of the menopause.Discover over 100 easy and nutritious recipes designed to help balance hormones, boost energy levels, improve weight management, and help you embrace the freedom of a new stage of life.You’ll find recipes for:Anti-inflammatory breakfasts: Kale pancakes with tahini butterFibre-packed salads: Ras el hanout rice salad with orange and cumin dressingAnti-bloat lunches: Poached salmon with pak choi and mushroomsMetabolism-boosting dinners: Coconut chicken and black bean stewDesigned with nutrition and ease in mind, ninety percent of recipes are prepared in 30 minutes or less and are developed with an industry-leading nutritionist to ensure they are packed full of essential nutrients, a diverse variety of plants, and tasty, satisfying alternatives to less-healthy sugar and starch-heavy dishes.This is not just a recipe book, it’s the timeless gift of good food and straightforward nutrition to help you re-calibrate and eat your way to a better menopause.“Delicious, fast, and fortifying recipes to power you through midlife.” Cate BlanchettSunday Times bestseller 07/09/2025

'This book doesn't just change how you see your purpose – it transforms how you experience your life.' Zoe Clark-Coates MBE'This book helps you uncover what gives your life meaning and gives you the tools you need to live in step with it.' Pippa Grange'Smart, grounded, and super practical. A proper reset if you’re feeling off track.' TJ PowerWhat if there is more to your life than this?For so many of us, the ever-present list of daily demands can mean that we end up settling for a life that's different to the one we once imagined. But there is a way to get back on track and this holistic guide to realigning with your sense of purpose will show you how.Award-winning speaker and coach, Hannah Miller, invites you to take a step-by-step journey designed to demystify the elusive search for meaning and make it something well within reach. Whether you're discovering your true purpose for the first time or reigniting your purpose once again, this easy-to-action 8-step roadmap is designed to give you the clarity and confidence to make the life changes you are looking for.Begin your journey with an assessment tool to help you discover what matters most to you before diving into robust research, real-life case studies and reflective prompts to help you move from where you are to where you want to be. A life of purpose is closer than you think.

“This is the book that I wish I'd had... I would have devoured it, kept it by the bedside, and referred to it pretty much every 10 minutes for the next 20 years” – VANESSA FELTZ“A must read” – GIOVANNA FLETCHER“A powerful, important read for every woman” – KIMBERLEY WALSH“I wish I’d had this book when I had my babies – it should be available on the NHS!” – SARA COXThis is the must-read book for every mum out there to finally feel seen and heard.Motherhood changes everything.We are only just starting to understand how the changes and challenges that mothers experience from the day their baby is born stretch far into the decades beyond. So often, the physical, mental, and emotional support we need is missing when we need it most.In this groundbreaking guide, NHS GP Dr Punam Krishan pairs her medical expertise with her own experiences as a mother of two to support you during every stage of your motherhood journey. Dr Punam gently guides you through some of the most common but often overlooked issues – from changes in libido and incontinence to postnatal depression and loneliness – and shares easy-to-implement tips and advice on how to manage the mental and physical challenges that come with being a mum, so that you can thrive both for yourself and for your family. Whether you’ve just had your first child or have teenagers about to fly the nest, Dr Punam is by your side from the overwhelm of those first few months and the chaos of the toddler years, all the way to raising teens while dealing with your own fluctuating hormones during perimenopause and menopause. This guide will give you the tools you need to:- Ground yourself amidst the chaos- Manage changes to your body and identity- Navigate shifting relationships- And even advocate for yourself at the doctor’s officeThrough much-needed discussion of women’s health, eye-opening statistics, restorative exercises, and reassuring advice, The Mother Load will empower you with real talk and realistic solutions to reclaim your health, your voice, and yourself.

'This brilliant book is your treasure map to finding your way out of any shame, embarrassment and pain you feel about "getting it wrong"' – Donna Ashworth, poet and author of Wild Hope 'Brave, courageous and upliftingly human. A truly inspiring read' – Owen O'Kane, author of Addicted to Anxiety'Andrea's unflinchingly honest book about her life imploding is like watching a reality show. Bailiffs, debt collectors, losing everything ... seeing how she turns shame into strength makes this impossible to put down' – Denise Welch, actor and TV personality'A liberating conversation we need to have about how personal feelings of shame can keep us isolated and alone and afraid' – Jo Elvin, former editor-in-chief of Glamour and YOU magazines'This is the book that will find people in their silence and remind them they are not alone. Read it. Then press it into the hands of someone you love who is struggling but will never say so' – Amanda Charles, author of The Psychic Psychologist------Andrea McLean is SHAMELESS.‘What if I fall? What if I fly?’ When Andrea McLean said this to millions of people when quitting her high-profile TV job she didn’t know she’d soon fall flat on her face in front of them too.Leaving her role as the longest-serving host on the award-winning Loose Women to follow her dreams, Andrea soon learnt that failure happens to the best of us - and when it arrives, shame won’t be far behind. But it doesn’t have to define us.In this unflinchingly honest and brilliantly enlightening book, Andrea lays everything bare, from financial ruin and broken marriages to cancel culture and toxic TV. Tracing the collapse of her business, she confesses the failures that once filled her with stomach-clenching shame and the lessons they have taught her about finding the resilience to get up again.Shameless is your guide to breaking free from shame and finding the courage to keep going through life’s toughest moments.

"A real heartwarming portrait of Britain and our love of time off. I couldn't put it down.” – Cathy Adams, The Times travel desk"How we spend our time off tells us a lot about who we are – and Thorpe understands that." – Tom Chesshyre, author of Slow Trains Around Britain"Behind The Great Escape’s whimsical look at the Brits' love affair with the holiday is the true insider voice of Annabelle Thorpe. She has her finger on the pulse of past, present and future travel. "-- Jane Anderson, Travel Editor of Prima magazine___Discover how our favourite holiday traditions began in this entertaining and fascinating social history.Holidays. We dream of them, plan them and savour every moment of them. But where did the concept of “the holiday” come from? How has it become so essential to who we are as Brits? And what does the future hold for our treasured time off?In The Great Escape, travel journalist Annabelle Thorpe takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of British holidays – from the 18th-century spa break to the age of the global nomad – to answer all these questions and more. Travelling the length and breadth of Britain (with a detour to the Mediterranean), Annabelle explores the wilds of Scotland, visits Bath, Blackpool and Butlins, and sets out on Victorian railway lines to uncover the stories of those who helped shape our holiday culture.Weaving together history, social change, nostalgia and personal anecdotes, and illustrated with a colour plate section, The Great Escape is its own Grand Tour – 400 years of the high days and holidays we cherish as a nation.Part travelogue, part social history, this book is a must-read for everyone who loves to travel and wants to know more about how the generations before us spent their precious free time.

'Against Convenience is a wake-up call. Effort and friction aren't obstacles to a good life – they're essential to it. Gabe Bullard shows us why and how to live more intentionally to build the meaningful life we crave.' – Jennifer Wallace, New York Times bestselling author of Mattering and Never Enough------Are we paying too high a price for 'easy'? When just about anything we want is a few taps away, why does it feel like something in our lives is missing? From dinner delivered to your door in minutes, to relationships mediated by apps, we've always valued innovations that make life easier. But every convenience has a cost; if we don't pay it, someone else has to.Against Convenience cuts through the noise, taking a hard look at the effect the services, apps and ideas that claim to simplify life are having on us as consumers and citizens: how do we spot convenience that is actually a false promise? How can we possibly live without them to live more sustainably? What real difference would it make?An urgent call to re-examine our most 'convenient' choices, and the true cost of these to our minds, our peers, and our planet, award-winning journalist Gabe Bullard unpacks whether a slower, less convenient approach can, paradoxically, unlock a richer, more colourful existence.

'A remarkable manual for discovering what really matters, then building a life around the answer.' Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks'Deeply authentic and profound. How a Little Becomes a Lot will teach you manageable ways to make meaningful changes in your life. And along the way, it will give you new understandings of the world – and of your very own self.' Susan Cain, author of Quiet"Chock-full of wit and wisdom, I finished this and instantly started it all over again. It's already brought me closer to the person I want to be ... Everyone should read this book." Catherine Gray, author of The Unexpected Joy series-----Why do some of us change for the better while others seem to get stuck?Behavioural coach Eric Zimmer has been asking himself this question for years and in this, his debut book, he shares how forming healthy habits is not enough – we need to cultivate wise habits to be applied day by day.When Eric found himself homeless, addicted and facing prison in his 20s, he developed a system of small steps that began to lead him towards lasting health. Over time, he has refined these steps into a method that he has shared with thousands of people through his coaching and chart-topping podcast, The One You Feed.How A Little Becomes A Lot brings together Eric’s research and experience to offer a framework to help improve the lives of even those among us who feel stuck and cynical about whether change is even possible in the first place. Through four simple steps – Remember, Focus, Feel and Stick – this book helps you make the small changes that will make a big difference in your life.---'Practical, encouraging, and deeply human – this is a guide for anyone ready to create the life they deserve.' Dr. Nicole LePera, author of How to Do the Work'It’s wise, compassionate, and will help lots of people.' Johann Hari, author of Stolen Focus'An entertaining, thoughtful companion for anyone learning to change from the inside out.' Kristin Neff, author of Self-Compassion'We can all learn something from time spent with Eric Zimmer.' Emma Gannon, author of The Multi-Hyphen Method

‘Daisy’s words never fail to make me feel less alone.’- Dolly Alderton‘Daisy Buchanan is already my go-to person for reading recommendations, and now she’s sharing her wisdom with the world! I can’t think of a better guide to the books that can heal, soothe and inspire us.’ - Katherine May'Daisy writes about anxiety with real honesty and kindness' Marian KeyesRead yourself calmerRead yourself courageousRead yourself freeForget ‘self-help’ and embrace ‘shelf-help’ by discovering the healing power of books and reading to inspire, comfort and fortify.In a hectic world that can feel uncertain and overwhelming, Daisy Buchanan offers the perfect source of anti-anxiety, inviting us to discover the literary worlds that have helped her in unwinding anxiety to survive – and thrive.Between the cover you can expect: In Read Yourself Romantic, Daisy explores the best relationship books from Role Models to Romeo and Juliet and speaks to David Nicholls, author of One Day, all about love.In Read Yourself Sexy Daisy gets between the covers of best selling books like Rivals by Jilly Cooper, Vox and Fifty Shades of Grey.Reading Your Relatives invites us into the worlds of classic books like Little Women, Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice and Roald Dahl’s Matilda. Whether you’re embracing feel good books like Sophie Kinsella’s Shopaholic Series or Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol or self help books to help you in overcoming anxiety and stress, Daisy provides personally curated reading lists and over 200 book recommendations to help you process your emotions and find more peace with every page.

"This book will profoundly change people's lives for the better" Julia Samuel MBE"Urgent, empowering, and genuinely healing, it shows us a better way to live" Dr Joseph Jebelli, author of The Brain at Rest"Warm, well-researched and inspiring. There are insights on every page. Read it, and regenerate, one small step at a time" Rachel Kelly, author of Black Rainbow"I've always wondered what the world's most respected performance coach would advise her clients but to pull back the curtain and experience her guidance is genuinely stunning. Life. Reclaimed is an antidote to burnout culture" Bruce Daisley, author of Eat Sleep Work Repeat"An excellent book that this moment in time is screaming out for - an ecologically minded remedy for chronic overperformance" Dr Rangan Chatterjee, author of Make Change That Lasts"This is a profound and hopeful book, offering a radically healthier vision of success ... Eye-opening, soul-searching and genuinely life-changing, it will transform how you think about work, ambition and what it really means to thrive" Grace Marshall, author of How to be Really Productive and Struggle-----Are you exhausted by the pressure to ‘have it all’ — even when you’re no longer sure what ‘all’ truly means?In a culture that rewards going ‘above and beyond’ – where exhaustion from late-night work is worn like a badge of honour – the pressure to be exceptional frequently leads to a cycle of chronic overperformance and, eventually, burnout.It’s time to stop ignoring your needs to get ahead. In Life. Reclaimed top performance psychologist Pippa Grange draws on her work with elite athletes and executives to liberate you from the pressure of the external scoreboard. Blending real-world stories and the principles of regenerative performance, she arms you with the practical tools to dismantle false goals, reset your priorities and build a foundation for lasting success.Get ready to stop performing the life you think you should have and start living the one you didn’t know was possible.

'A beautifully thoughtful, considered and candid read. As always, Katie’s trademark warmth and grace shines through' - Stacey DooleyAge is a gift not everybody is given…When a life-threatening acid-attack left Katie Piper physically and visibly scarred at just 24, her approach to ageing was irrevocably changed: she now sees each passing year as a reminder of the privilege of being alive.Over a decade on from sharing her story for the first time, Katie reflects on what it means to age well within a world that has too often made women feel irrelevant or invisible for going through the natural ageing process.From how to know your worth to how to take up space in a society that tells you to be small, this book will help you cultivate a confidence you can depend on and find the real beauty in getting older.Katie Piper OBE is an international bestselling author, inspirational speaker, TV presenter and charity campaigner. She is a regular panellist on ITV’s Loose Women and a presenter for BBC Radio 2. Katie shared her remarkable story in a Channel 4 documentary called ‘Katie: My Beautiful Face’, which was watched by over 3.5 million viewers and nominated for a BAFTA in 2010.

'This book doesn't just change how you see your purpose – it transforms how you experience your life.' Zoe Clark-Coates MBE'This book helps you uncover what gives your life meaning and gives you the tools you need to live in step with it.' Pippa Grange'Smart, grounded, and super practical. A proper reset if you’re feeling off track.' TJ PowerWhat if there is more to your life than this?For so many of us, the ever-present list of daily demands can mean that we end up settling for a life that's different to the one we once imagined. But there is a way to get back on track and this holistic guide to realigning with your sense of purpose will show you how.Award-winning speaker and coach, Hannah Miller, invites you to take a step-by-step journey designed to demystify the elusive search for meaning and make it something well within reach. Whether you're discovering your true purpose for the first time or reigniting your purpose once again, this easy-to-action 8-step roadmap is designed to give you the clarity and confidence to make the life changes you are looking for.Begin your journey with an assessment tool to help you discover what matters most to you before diving into robust research, real-life case studies and reflective prompts to help you move from where you are to where you want to be. A life of purpose is closer than you think.

‘Fun, fascinating and original – a gust of fresh air!’ – TRISTAN GOOLEY, author of THE SECRET WORLD OF WEATHER‘This revealing and informative book combines a fascinating exploration of how weather affects our minds and moods with a deeply personal account‘ – GAVIN PRETOR-PINNEY, author of THE CLOUDSPOTTER'S GUIDE ----The weather doesn’t just change our plans – it changes our state of mind We might glance at the forecast every morning, but the true impact of our most universal obsession goes far deeper than influencing our daily itineraries. The weather is the silent architect of the human psyche; it doesn’t just determine what we wear – it shapes how we think, feel and treat one another.Weaving together groundbreaking research and his own deeply personal mental health journey, Professor Trevor Harley explores the invisible alchemy between the elements and our minds. From uncovering our unique 'weather personalities' to exploring how heatwaves trigger aggression, negative ions from thunderstorm relieve depression and rainbows inspire awe, Head in the Clouds reveals the astonishing effects of the weather on our psychology, mental health and behaviour.Whether you want to enhance your wellbeing, navigate conditions like seasonal affective disorder, or more fully appreciate the intimate connection between the human mind and the natural world, Head in the Clouds offers a radical new perspective. Discover how understanding the influence of the elements can empower you, turning the simple act of observing the skies into a valuable toolkit for mindfulness, acceptance and everyday joy – whatever the weather.