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A A Gill

Andrew Swanston read law at Cambridge, but was inspired to write by his lifelong interest in early modern history. His Thomas Hill novels – The King’s Spy, The King’s Exile and The King’s Return – are set against the backdrops of the English Civil War, Cromwell’s Commonwealth and the early Restoration respectively. He is also the author of Waterloo: The Bravest Man and Beautiful Star and Other Stories. His first historical thriller set during the reign of Elizabeth I – Incendium (published in paperback as The Incendium Plot) – introduced readers to the academic, lawyer and intelligencer Dr Christopher Radcliff, whose adventures continue in Chaos. Andrew Swanston lives in Surrey.

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A E Langsford

A G Hopkins

A. J. BAIME is the New York Times best-selling author of The Arsenal of Democracy: FDR, Detroit, and an Epic Quest to Arm an America at War and Go Like Hell: Ford, Ferrari, and Their Battle for Speed and Glory at Le Mans. Both books are in development for major motion pictures. Baime is a longtime regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, and his articles have also appeared in the New York Times, Popular Science, and Men’s Journal. He lives in Granite Bay, California. Visit him at facebook.com/ajbaime and trumanbook.com.

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A J P Taylor

Anthony James Pollard is a British medieval historian, specialising in the fifteenth century and in particular the Wars of the Roses. A leading authority in the field, he is profesor emeritus of Teesside University. His books include North-Eastern England during the Wars of the Roses, Richard III and the Princes in theTower, Imagining Robin Hood: the Late Medieval Stories in Historical Context and Warwick the kingmaker: Politics, Power and Fame.

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A J Rochester

A K Benjamin is a clinical neuropsychologist and the author of Let Me Not Be Mad: A Story of Unravelling Minds.

A K Benjamin

A. L. Berridge read English at Oxford, and taught for ten years before moving into television, where her production credits range from period drama and thrillers to long-running soaps. She has written two previous novels, Top Ten besteller Honour and the Sword and In the Name of the King. Into the Valley of Death is her third novel.

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Alison Gaylin's first job was as a reporter for a celebrity tabloid, which sparked a lifelong interest in writing about people committing despicable acts. More than a decade later, she wrote and published her Edgar-nominated first novel, HIDE YOUR EYES. 
 
She's since published nine more books, including the USA Today and international bestselling Brenna Spector suspense series, which has been nominated for the Edgar, Anthony and Thriller awards and won the Shamus award. 
 
She lives in upstate New York with her husband, daughter, cat and dog.

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A P Wavell

A.S. Webb is the Sunday Times bestselling author of Daughter of Chaos, the first instalment of The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. She is inspired by stories rooted in history and mythology, that push the boundaries of imagination and urge us to reflect on what it means to be human.

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A. A. Dhand is the author of six previous novels, and has been shortlisted for the CWA Steel Dagger Award. His DI Harry Virdee novels are currently being adapted for TV by the BBC. He was raised in Bradford and spent his youth observing the city from behind the counter of a small convenience store. After qualifying as a pharmacist, he worked in London and travelled extensively before returning to Bradford to start his own business and begin writing. The history, diversity and darkness of the city have inspired all his novels. For more information about A. A. Dhand and his books, follow him on X @aadhand, and on Instagram @aa_dhand.

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A. B. Poranek grew up sharing her time between Ontario, Canada and rural Poland, and eventually completed a veterinary degree at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. A lover of mythology and history, she enjoys exploring both in her writing. Her debut novel, Where the Dark Stands Still, an instant New York Times bestseller, is an ode to Poland's folktales, while A Treachery of Swans transports readers to a world inspired by 17th century France.

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Professor A. C. Grayling is Principal of the New College of the Humanities at Northeastern University, London, and a Supernumerary Fellow of St Anne's College, Oxford. He has written and edited over thirty books on philosophy, history, science and current affairs. For several years he wrote columns for the Guardian newspaper and The Times and was the chairman of the 2014 Man Booker Prize.

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A.D. Miller is the author of Snowdrops, The Earl of Petticoat Lane and The Faithful Couple. Snowdrops was a bestseller and was shortlisted for many prizes including the Man Booker and the CWA Gold Dagger. It was translated into 25 languages. As Moscow Correspondent of The Economist A.D. Miller has travelled across the former Soviet Union and covered the Orange Revolution in Ukraine; he is now the magazine’s Culture Editor based in London. 
 
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A. Igoni Barrett was born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in 1979 and lives in Lagos. He is a winner of the 2005 BBC World Service short story competition, the recipient of a Chinua Achebe Center Fellowship, a Norman Mailer Center Fellowship, and a Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center Residency. His short story collection, Love is Power, or Something Like That, was published in 2013. In 2014 he was named on the Africa39 list of sub-Saharan African writers under 40. Blackass is his first novel.

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The short life of A.J.A. Symons (1900-41) was described by his biographer as an intricate and largely harmless confidence trick. His many interests included the collection of musical boxes and rare books as well as the study and practice of forgery; they left him time to edit an anthology of Edwardian verse and compose studies of H.M. Stanley and other notable figures. He is remembered for The Quest for Corvo, one of the most remarkable biographies ever written, and for co-founding the Wine and Food Society.

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Susan E. Clark

As the world becomes more uncertain and life more stressful, getting outside and connecting with nature is an easy and affordable way to boost our mental and physical health. 
 
In Mushrooms, trained biologist and wellness writer Susan E. Clark introduces the curious reader to the wonderful world of mushrooms. In the first part of the book, you will learn fascinating mushroom facts, from their favourite habitats and how to forage them, to their incredible medicinal powers. 
 
The second part features 30 species of mushrooms, each with a detailed illustration to help identify them, as well as when they are active and where to spot them. There are countless opportunities to experience nature on our doorstep, and Mushrooms will encourage you to do just that.

Mushrooms

Alison Davies

With large bright eyes and silent flight, the owl is a master of mystery. A bird of superstition and super-intelligence, its gifts are manifold, hidden beneath a sheath of feathers, just as the owl remains out of sight until the call of night beckons. A symbol of wisdom throughout the world, the owl has much to teach us about the secrets of life and living intuitively. 
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 Within these pages you will discover the essence of what it means to &lsquo;be more owl&rsquo;. You&rsquo;ll see how to enjoy the solace of silence, how to champion your call and how to show the world your true plumage. From learning to tune out the surface noise and listening to the tiny sounds that really count, to surveying the world from on high to see the bigger picture, there are endless ways that we can learn from the wise old owl. You&rsquo;ll come to relish the shadows of darkness and the opportunities they bring, and like the owl, trust your intuition and follow the signs and synchronicities of the natural world. 
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 This book is a celebration of the talents behind the talons and the many-feathered folklore that surrounds this most revered of birds. Lessons, exercises and practical creative suggestions will all help you to find your wisdom and unleash your inner owl. 
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Be More Owl

Life Lessons from Our Feathered Friends

Claire Thomson

Best-selling author and professional chef Claire Thomson presents 80 nourishing recipes with mushrooms as the star of the show. 
 
Mushrooms are so versatile and packed with nutritional goodness. With so many different varieties to choose from, all with their own unique taste, they add umami and a depth of flavour to every dish. 
 
In the companion cookbook to Claire's award-winning Tomato, she draws inspiration from across the globe, showcasing recipes that will give you the confidence to cook with mushrooms time and time again. From a tasty Mushroom, Feta & Mint Gozleme and a warming Mushroom Biriyani to an elegant Mushroom & Asparagus Galette and an oozing Mushroom Gorgonzola Burger, in Mushroom there are recipes for every occasion and every mood.

Mushroom

80 Recipes Celebrating Remarkable Mushrooms

Sally Coulthard

From bestselling author, Sally Coulthard,&#160;comes this charmingly illustrated guide to our favourite feathered friends and folklore that surround their lives. 
 
 Even today, birds are hugely symbolic. From songbirds to seagulls, nightingales to morning larks, we still use the cultural language of the avian world. Doves bring peace, storks carry newborn babies. Robins mark Christmas, hens Easter. Blackbirds and thrushes herald the dawn, owls welcome in the night. Even in our modern, rational world, magpies and peacocks still invite superstitions. 
 
 In her new book, Sally&#160;takes a fascinating flight through the myths, magic and meaning of birds. Covering 50 well-loved avian species from across the world, she glides through their folklore, legends and symbolism. From common sayings to strange superstitions, ancient beliefs to modern celebrations, this gloriously illustrated and international guide reveals that Bird Lore is as alive and vibrant as it ever was.

Bird Lore

The Myths, Folklore and Meaning of Birds

Emma Sibley

The Big Book of House Plants is a source of green inspiration for small-space gardening, featuring an impressive directory 110 of the most popular varieties of foliage to own, including cacti, succulents and house plants. From dramatic palms and tropical leafy wonders to beautiful ferns and flowering potted plants &ndash; this book covers everything you need to know about nurturing and growing your own. Each of the 110 plants is accompanied by luscious photography and an easy-to-follow breakdown of all the essential requirements for that variety. This includes details on size, growth and flowering, along with any extra tips on caring for that specific plant. Perfect for anyone wanting to grow their indoor plant collection or a gift for a plant-loving friend, The Big Book of House Plants is the ultimate modern guide to all your indoor planting needs.

The Big Book of House Plants

The Wildlife Year will help you reconnect with nature and take a walk on the wild side, wherever you live. 
 
 Nature is right on your doorstep. Whether you&rsquo;re in the countryside, city or somewhere in between, there is wildlife everywhere if you know where to look. And while it&rsquo;s trickier to find in some places than others, nature can thrive in the most surprising spaces. 
 
The Wildlife Year is a gentle introduction to the events that mark the natural cycle of the year. Best-selling author, Sally Coulthard, will inspire you to discover nature in all its glory and to seek out, observe and enjoy the wildlife around you. Explore the unique properties of the seasons. Discover more about meteorological phenomena like weather events and cloud formations. And even learn how the moon and its cycle affects the natural world. This fascinating introduction will help you identify both our best-loved, and most misunderstood, plants, birds, mammals, amphibians, and insects, with helpful information on where and when to look for them. 
 
 This book is a glorious celebration of the magic that can be found in each season. Beautifully illustrated, this irresistible guide will encourage you to get outdoors and make a wonderful gift for the nature-seeker in all of us.

The Wildlife Year

How to Reconnect with Nature Through the Seasons

Milli Proust

From sowing and germination, to sprouting, repotting and harvesting, The Grower&rsquo;s Guide: Seeds&#160;is a modern and practical handbook that will take you through all the essential steps to growing your own cut flowers from seed. 
 
 Beautifully photographed throughout, this essential guide demystifies the growing process through simple, easy-to-follow instructions, defined by Milli Proust&rsquo;s unique sense of style. Featuring a sowing directory of 30 flowers to grow, learn how to get the most from your soil, tackle common gardening problems, and produce beautiful blooms in a sustainable way. 
 
The Grower&#39;s Guide is a brand new gardening series for those who seek an approachable and accessible insight into the wonderful world of flower growing and floral arranging.

Seeds

Grow Your Own Cut Flowers from Scratch

Sarah Wyndham Lewis

From the bestselling author of Planting for Honeybees, The Wild Bee Handbook is a celebration of the wild bees, those vital pollinators of the natural world and unsung guardians of our food chain. From bumblebees to solitary species, it&rsquo;s a beautifully illustrated, informative guide introducing you to their amazing lives and equipping you with practical gardening knowledge of the plants and habitats they need. Discover common and uncommon wild bees to spot out and about in town and country. Learn how vital they are to the ecosystem and how to help them thrive with The Wild Bee Handbook. Featuring extensive planting advice, this book is an essential, hands-on resource for anyone interested in bees, biodiversity and sustainable gardening, with sections on container gardening, the no-dig method, building organic soil health, and easy ways to bring the wild back into your growing, whether you have a large space or just a city windowsill. Introducing you to the wild and wonderful world of bees, The Wild Bee Handbook is a fascinating way to learn more about supporting these essential creatures.

The Wild Bee Handbook

The Amazing Lives of Our Wild Species and How to Help Them Thrive

Tom Frost

Dive into the fascinating world of coastal wildlife with this holiday pocket guide. Featuring 40 beautifully illustrated pebbles, shells, crabs, small sea creatures and more, discover more about life between the tides with The Little Guide to Shorelines. Each entry has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by associated facts and fables. There is also an interactive spotter&#39;s guide at the back, where you can check off what you find. This informative, practical and beautiful guide is part of a new nature series designed to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors. An activity for adults and children alike, enjoy The Little Guide to Shorelines on your next trip to the sea.

The Little Guide to Shorelines

Discover the intriguing world of wildflowers with this handy pocket guide. Beautifully illustrated throughout, The Little Guide to Wildflowers offers a fresh perspective on identifying the flowers around you. Featuring 40 of the most beautiful flowers from around the world, including the common wildflowers we know and love, as well as the rare and interesting. Each flower has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by information about the plant family to which it belongs and where it can be found, plus associated facts and fables. There is also an interactive spotter&#39;s guide at the back, where you can check off each flower you find. This informative, practical and beautiful guide is part of a new nature series designed&#160;to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors.

The Little Guide to Wildflowers

Paul Wood

Exploring the rich diversity of London through a series of urban forest trails, this new, expanded edition of London is a Forest uncovers the fascinating stories and secrets the city holds.Through seven carefully devised paths, author Paul Wood explores the urban forest&#39;s geography, its past and future, and looks at the remarkable variety of life supported in this unique metropolitan ecosystem. For curious Londoners and anyone who&rsquo;s fascinated by nature, a wealth of arboreal details, history, myth and anecdotes are revealed along the way. Complementing the trails, Wood looks in more detail at the fascinating stories of some of the iconic, and some of the less obvious species that define the urban forest.In London, 9 million people are crammed into just 600 square miles alongside 8.5 million trees. According to one UN definition, this makes the city a forest. The Forestry Commission agree, describing London as the world&rsquo;s largest urban forest. And a particularly diverse and historic urban forest at that.

London is a Forest

Meg Abbott

Off the Beaten Track: The Lake District is a thoughtfully curated guide revealing the hidden joys of the Lakes, including where to eat well, explore and rest along the way.As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District certainly has a lot going for it &ndash; misty peaks and glassy waters, plunging valleys, ancient paths and wide-open skies; with bustling pubs, snoozy villages and market towns in the shadows of mountains. It is a place of light and drama, sound and serenity. This idyllic place leaves you feeling peaceful, invigorated and inspired.Each chapter lays out a hand-picked selection of places to sample local flavours and find a home away from home in this beautiful region, as well as inspiration for activities that embrace the seasons. Whether you&rsquo;re looking for breathtaking views from a day spent walking, quiet waters for wild swimming, the perfect pub for a post-hike pint or cosy caf&eacute;s and independent bookshops, there&rsquo;s something for everyone here.Off the Beaten Track is a series of handy books celebrating the UK&rsquo;s most peaceful places to escape, explore and unplug. From rugged coastlines to high peaks and sleepy villages, we explore the most beautiful local spots to stay, eat and play. These books are here to help you reconnect with the land and discover parts of it you never knew existed. They are for nature lovers, city dwellers craving wide-open spaces, and world travellers in search of their next adventure.

The Lake District

Where to Eat, Sleep and Explore

Jane Moore

In Planting for Garden Birds find straightforward ideas and easy to achieve plans that will make your garden irresistible to birds.Packed with interesting facts, environmental and habitat information as well as easy to achieve planting ideas, this is a practical, illustrated guide for people wanting to encourage more birdlife to their outdoor space.By gardening sustainably, you can make a considerable difference to the wildlife populations in your immediate area, as well as in the country as a whole. While some birds are residents we&rsquo;ll see from day to day, others are fleeting visitors &ndash; but they&rsquo;re all potential guests in our gardens if we make the environment suitably welcoming.Planting for Garden Birds is aimed at the keen amateur gardener and those hoping to take their knowledge and experience to the next level.Planting for Garden Birds is part of a series of books aimed at encouraging wildlife into your garden. Other titles in the series are: Planting for Butterflies, Planting for Wildlife, Planting for Honeybees.

Planting for Garden Birds

A Grower's Guide to Creating a Bird-Friendly Habitat

Wild Weather is a fun, easy-to-read guide to understanding the wonders of weather - from why it rains to cloud formations, from extreme weather events to the benefits of sunlight.Wild Weather is a beautifully illustrated book that explores the science of weather events and how they happen, but also the myth and folklore associated with weather patterns.Chapters include: sunshine and rainbows, wind, rain, thunder and lightning, snow and ice. The book also includes a cloud spotting guide and is packed with exercises on how to make the most of even the rainiest of days.This perfect gift for weather enthusiast everywhere and those who want to reconnect with the weather and embrace what is happening on the other side of the window.

Wild Weather

The Myths, Science and Wonder of Weather

Making a haven for wildlife doesn&rsquo;t require acres of land in the countryside. If you get the habitat and planting right, then even the tiniest of urban gardens can host a variety of creatures from birds and bees to hedgehogs.Covering everything from going organic to making a pond and turning your green space into a wildlife haven &ndash; this book is for gardeners who want to apply a more holistic approach to gardening and create their own urban sanctuary. Through a collection of simple projects that can be easily adapted for a variety of gardens and planting guides, this book will help you to re-connect with natural world on your own doorstep.Jane Moore will draw on her 16 years of experience of creating an urban sanctuary in the&#160;heart of the city as she lays out the simple ways in which you can&#160;approach making even the smallest patch of land a haven for wildlife, great or small.

Planting for Wildlife

A Grower's Guide to Rewilding Your Garden

Be More Tree is a celebration of our long-standing friends and reveals how we all could benefit from branching out.If trees could talk, they would have a lot to say. The gentle giants of the forest, they have fascinated us for millennia &ndash; there is much we can learn from their wise woody ways to live a healthier and happier life.From learning to share the spaces we inhabit, to changing with the seasons and sticking together and leaving a lasting legacy &ndash; Alison Davies delves deeps to reveal the stories and secrets of thinking like a tree.Next title in the successful Be More... series and packed with beautiful illustrations, advice, folklore, exercises and handy spotter&#39;s guide, this is the ultimate guide to harness the wisdoms of trees.

Be More Tree

Life Lessons to Help You Grow into Yourself

Marta Tarallo

Sustainability is creeping into all aspects of our lives. The beauty industry is one of the biggest polluters, littering our oceans with used plastic bottles and containers. In response to this there is growing movement of people looking for cleaner and greener way to beautify.Learn how to simplify your beauty regime with Botanical Soaps as this book shows you how to create your own beauty products using all natural ingredients. Demystify your skin type and discover how to combat bathroom plastic, minimise your routine by making your own soaps, shampoo bars and other beauty products including, lip butters, cleansers, bath salts and natural deodorants.Botanical Soaps is a beautiful and inspiring lifestyle guide that will encourage you to green up your beauty regime with all natural, organic projects that are kinder to both the planet and your skin.

Botanical Soaps

A Modern Guide to Making Your Own Soaps, Shampoo Bars and Other Beauty Essentials

Flowers can talk. Red roses say &lsquo;I love you&rsquo;, white lilies offer condolence and poppies invite us to remember.For thousands of years, humans have used flowers as a language, a short-hand for emotions and meanings.&#160;In her new book, Sally Coulthard, takes a fascinating look at floriography and shows how we still use this secret language across the world. She delves into the meanings of flowers and where they came from, whether it&rsquo;s ancient mythology or hedgerow folklore.Covering 50 well-loved flowers and plants, from peonies to sweetpeas, ivy to irises, Floriography is a beautifully illustrated guide that will take the reader on an intriguing journey through the history, legend, anthropology and literature of flowers, showing how modern-day society still relies on the meaning of flowers. From the Chinese lotus flower to the Celtic bluebell, the myth, magic and language of flowers is still blossoming today.

Floriography

The Myths, Magic & Language of Flowers

Butterflies are brilliant pollinators and add vibrancy and colour to the garden.A summer&#39;s day wouldn&#39;t be the same without the gentle fluttering of delicate wings. They connect us with living and breathing nature and are an essential part of a dynamic ecosystem. However, in the past forty years, these insects, which were once a common sight in our gardens, are now in decline thanks to habit loss, climate change and the use of pesticides.But do not despair &ndash; there is a lot you can do to help improve their numbers! Planting for Butterflies will show you how you can attract these beautiful insects and help them to flourish by creating a butterfly-friendly garden. No matter how small or large your space &ndash; from a window ledge in the city to a country garden &ndash; Jane Moore offers advice on the nectar-rich blooms to grow, and when and where to plant them.This charmingly illustrated, practical guide will set your garden a flutter.

Planting for Butterflies

The Grower's Guide to Creating a Flutter

Melissa Mayntz

WINNER OF THE SILVER MEDAL IN THE ANIMAL &amp; NATURE CATEGORY OF THE NAUTILUS AWARDS 2022Flight has fascinated humans since we first looked into the sky and saw birds on the wing, and no flights are more fascinating than the extraordinary migrations birds make every day, week, month, and season of the year.Migration explores how birds make these incredible expeditions. From first preparing to migrate, to the different types of migration and the compelling reasons why it is a must. From the high-flying adventures of bar-headed geese that soar above the Himalayan Mountains and the long-distance endurance of Arctic terns that travel from pole-to-pole, birds of all families, from vast seasonal migrators to the more casual nomad, will be explored. As readers migrate through the book&rsquo;s pages, they will also discover avian navigation, curious routes, the hazards of the journey, and why, occasionally, birds end up far from their original destination. Beautifully illustrated, this book will debunk the most outrageous myths about migration as it thoroughly travels the globe exploring the epic journeys these incredible birds make.

Migration

Exploring the Remarkable Journeys of Birds

Learn how to care for your own houseplant giants, from the glorious Fiddle Leaf Fig and impressive Banana Plant to the ever-popular Monstera &ndash; this book will cover 45 favourites and include everything you need to know about creating your own indoor jungle.Little Book, Big Plants will not only instruct you on how to best care for your gentle giants, but will also show you how to encourage growth and make your own natural fertiliser as you increase the size of your collection.Colourful, fun and gifty, this is the perfect companion for anyone looking to grow their plant family and take their foliage to the next level.

Little Book, Big Plants

Bring the Outside in with Over 45 Friendly Giants

I Like Birds

A hardback A5 notebook containing 128 lined pages and a ribbon marker. The cover shows a beautiful illustrations of puffins in flight. A group of puffins can be referred to as a burrow, circus, colony, puffinry, loomery or improbability.&#160;

Flying Puffins A5 Hardback Notebook

Say hello to your inner bee with this light-hearted self-help book. From defying the odds and reaching for the stars, to working hard as part of a team, this book will show you how to go after your goals and get a buzz out of life.Bees&rsquo; determination and drive makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it&rsquo;s their magical honey-making capabilities, their matriarchal mantra, or the fact that they&rsquo;re really just big softies, bees have it sorted. Tenacious, resilient and kind, bees hold the key to a wonderful life.This book reveals the seven marvellous traits that you can embody to Be More Bee and live a happier, healthier and all-round more buzzed existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about these fuzzy gurus, there&#39;s something for everyone. So take to the sky, bumble along and learn the art of being more bee! All you&#39;ve got to do is BEE-lieve.

Be More Bee

How to Find Your Buzz

Stuart Cox

I Like Birds explores the history and habits of 60 of Britain&rsquo;s most interesting, popular and prized species of bird.From the coast to the heart of the countryside, each entry features a bold illustration that captures a bird&rsquo;s individual personality, bringing them to life through the pages of this book. As well as providing useful stats &ndash; including breeding times, egg quantity, wingspan, diet, nest type and more &ndash; this guide tells the story of each bird&rsquo;s lifestyle, behaviour, distinguishing features and birdsong.Dotted with lively anecdotes, plus binocular basics and an egg-opedia, whether you&rsquo;re simply interested in attracting more birds to your garden, or trekking deeper into the wild on your search for Britain&rsquo;s best avian wildlife, I Like Birds is the perfect companion for any beginner or avid birdwatcher.

A Guide to Britain's Avian Wildlife

Dixe Wills

Author and travel writer Dixe Wills likes to champion the underdog. In this new book, he celebrates 70 living things from the world of nature that are unfairly maligned by humans and yet manage to beat the odds in some inspiring or uplifting way.From bacteria and bluebottles, to puddles and wasps, there&#39;s so much we can learn from the curious creatures and the natural world around us. Take the slug, for example: "Slugs, like us, yearn to be the object of a little human love and sympathy. Unlike slugs, you have a chance of this dream coming true. Also, beer will not kill you. Not immediately, anyway."Written in Dixe&#39;s inimitable style, this charming book is sure to delight his many fans and gain him new readers with an interest in the natural world.

The Wisdom of Nature

Inspiring Lessons from the Underdogs of the Natural World to Make Life More or Less Bearable

Discover the secret world of our feathered friends with this handy pocket guide. Beautifully illustrated throughout, The Little Guide to Birds offers a fresh perspective on identifying the finches from the waterfowl around you. 
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 Featuring 40 of the most spectacular birds from all over the world, including common garden birds we know and love, as well as exotic flyers, birds of prey and sea-faring fowl. 
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 Each bird has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture their individual characteristics, and accompanied by information about where they come from, how many eggs they lay, wingspan and the incredible journeys they may fly in their lifetime, plus associated facts and fables. There is also an interactive spotter&rsquo;s guide at the back, where you can check off each bird as you find them. 
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 This information, practical and beautiful guide is part of a new nature series designed to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors.&#160; 
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The Little Guide to Birds

Enter the secret world of creepy crawlies with this handy pocket guide. Beautifully illustrated throughout, The Little Guide to Bugs offers a modern reference to identifying these glorious insects of all shapes and sizes. 
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 Featuring 40 of the most distinctive bugs from around the world, this book is the perfect companion for anyone looking to reconnect with nature, whether that&#39;s when out walking or from the comfort of an armchair.&#160; 
 
 Each bug has been exquisitely illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost and is accompanied by all-important information including their habitat, distribution and size, plus an interesting fact or fable. There is also an interactive spotter&#39;s guide, where you can check off and note the date of each time you spot a new insect.&#160; 
 
 Reacquaint yourself with the familiar Bumble Bee and Earthworm, as well as discovering new species such as the Giant Mesquite Bug, Lily Moth and Picasso Bug.&#160; 
 
 This informative&#160;guide is part of a new nature series designed to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors.&#160; 
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The Little Guide to Bugs

They can&#160;slow their heart rate down to such a pace that it is possible for them to hold their breath underwater for around 40 minutes. 
 
The female sloth will scream full pelt&#160;to alert any likely lad in the vicinity that she&#39;s ready and available for love. 
 
 Embrace your inner sloth with this light-hearted self-help book. From being still&#160;and&#160;enjoying the moment,&#160;to digging your claws in when life gets tough, this book will show you how to go after your goals and get the most out of living life in the slow lane. 
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 Sloths&#39; ability to seize the day makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it&#39;s climbing higher to get a fresh perspective, or a graceful swim in a nearby lagoon, sloths have it sorted.&#160;Relaxed, resilient and powerful, sloths are happy to go at their own pace, unflustered by the world around them. 
 
 This book reveals the&#160;seven&#160;marvellous traits that you can&#160;embody&#160;to&#160;Be More Sloth&#160;and live a happier, healthier and all-round more chilled existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about these furry gurus, there&#39;s something for everyone. So hang in there, relax and learn the art of being more sloth.

Be More Sloth

Get the Hang of Living Life in the Slow Lane

Babs Behan

Learn how to transform foraged wild plants, plants, garden produce and recycled food into dyes and inks with Botanical Inks.The book shows you how to extract environmentally sustainable colour from the landscape and use it to create natural dyes for textiles, clothing, paper and other materials.Botanical Inks covers dyeing and surface application techniques, including bundle dyeing, Shibori tie-dyeing, hapazome, indigo sugar vat dyeing, wood-block printing, screen printing and more. And it also shows you how to turn your new inks, dyes and technique knowledge into wonderful projects, from a simple bundle-dyed a scarf to a block-printed tote bag.The process of turning plants into print can help you reconnect with nature, find a creative outlet and develop a mindful sense of presence. It also promotes an awareness of sustainable practices and how to reduce our impact on the planet.

Botanical Inks

Plant-to-Print Dyes, Techniques and Projects

Of the 25,000 known species of bee worldwide, only seven&#160;species are honeybees.&#160; 
 
 Bees and plants have a sophisticated and delicate symbiosis. In recent years, the shrinking of green spaces has endangered the honeybee. Now&#160;Planting for Honeybees shows you how you can help these delightful pollinators to flourish by creating a garden as a habitat for them. 
 
 No matter how small or large your space &ndash; from a window ledge in the city to a country garden &ndash; Sarah Wyndham Lewis offers practical advice on which plants to grow, and when and where to plant them. 
 
 Charmingly illustrated with delicate drawings, this a jewel of a guide to treasure.

Planting for Honeybees

The Grower's Guide to Creating a Buzz

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A Black Book Thriller

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Chronicling the lives of over three hundred characters, unrivalled for its scope and humour, this is a unique evocation of life in twentieth-century England.

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