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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. From the sparkles on the cupcakes to the jars of Love Hearts on the dresser, from the postcards on the mirro to the pink Roberts radio, it just makes you smile. Somehow it evokes the Kings Road boutiques of the Seventies, open-top cars cruising in the sunshine, teenage trysts in milk bars, and glitter balls in discos. Now you can bring the sparkle into your home, as Love Bakery captures the sense of fun that has made a community take a shop to its heart. Sam Blears encourages you to let your imagination run riot, and to use her moodboards, just-in-case cupboard, and glittering decorations to create your own versions of her much-loved cakes. You'll discover recipes for cupcakes, love pops, love shots, cuptails and whoopie pies; fabulous hidden flavours such as the Peruvian Bear Cupcake's secret marmalade centre; plus fantastic ideas and templates for co-ordinating party themes and giftwrapping. Take the fear out of baking, replace it with fun and glitter, and you'll find there's nothing as delicious as a cupcake baked from the heart. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. From the earliest days of Hollywood, the pressures of fame led to a febrile atmosphere among its stars. The magic of the movies made audiences pulses quicken, but what was really happening in the lives of the actors up on the silver screen? Hollywood Love Stories looks at 14 real-life love affairs across the golden age of the movies, from the 1920s to the 1970s. From the swashbuckling romance between Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford, and the poignant lifelong affair between Spencer Tracey and Katherine Hepburn, to the scandalous liaison between Ingrid Bergman and Roberto Rossellini, each account offers insights and surprises, accompanied by wonderful images and ephemera that bring every love affair vividly alive. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. It examines why keeping chickens has become so popular, as it addresses environmental issues, the locovore movement, and a shift in the way we want to live. The book includes the way in which hen-keeping can easily be fitted into a busy lifestyle. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. SeedBombs presents 13 recipes for seedbombs. Some are designed to attract birds, butterflies, and much needed bees, others are created for color, scent, wellbeing, allotment produce and wild salads. The book explores and explains what seedbombs are; digs up the roots of their Japanese origins; unearths the contemporary background for guerrilla gardening; and reveals the benefits to nature, the urban environment, and community health. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Jane Austen's Guide to Modern Life's Dilemmas is a look at work, domestic and romantic dilemmas, answered using Jane's clear-eyed, witty, unsentimental view of life, love and money. Turn to it as you would a best friend. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. If life on is Zoom getting you down and you're dreading the next inevitable invite to a Teams meeting, don't panic, help is at hand. With 101 top tips explaining the dos and don'ts of virtual meetings, You're On Mute will help you master videocalls in "the new normal." Whether you need to stop doing that weird wave at the end of meetings or want to break the habit of being transfixed by your own face in the corner of the screen, the fun advice inside this book has got you covered. In no time you'll be living your best life online, bringing your "A" game to any virtual work meeting, catch up with family, quiz with friends, online date and more.Advice includes: Mastering online etiquette - from the right way to say hello to the right time to hang up How to make multi-generational family video calls workable for both grandparents and children ("You're still on mute, grandma!") Ensuring your next video quiz is an entertaining test of knowledge rather than a painful test of endurance Successfully navigating an online romance, covering first dates to long-term relationships Avoiding the "must not dos" of video calls, whether it's the serious matter of security or the shame of surprise screen sharing. A hilarious guide to mastering virtual meetings and not embarrassing yourself online. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. The Imposter Puzzle Book places readers right in the middle of the action, with a series of captivating situation-led puzzles to solve.The wrong path could leave you stuck in the dark. But if you find the answer, you are allowed to move onto the next bewildering riddle. Can you make it to the end?This book puts your ingenuity and perseverance to the test as you solve puzzles and challenges to work out who the imposters are.The 12 puzzles are set in the eerie Stranraer Castle in southwest Scotland, used as a military garrison during the Killing Times of the 17th century. They feature 12 different characters, all with detailed sketches, personalities, and backgrounds to immerse you in the larger-than-life narratives as they unfold.With your eagle-eyed determination and the power of deductive reasoning, find out:Who is the mole who informed police of a climate activist group's plans?Who leaked stories to the press about a politician?Who is a secret police informant in a mob?Who stole 20,000 from a bereaved family during the funeral?Who hacked a social media influencer and leaked a scandalous photo?Answer these head-scratching questions by reading all there is to know about these curious characters, their lives, and possible motives.And these are just some of the puzzling incidents to unravel in this thrilling read that keeps you on the edge of your seat, whether that seat be at home, on the go, or at a get-together. It's perfect for cunning amateur detectives looking to flex their deduction muscles. Get hooked on this intriguing puzzle collection, featuring 12 different conundrums to crack. Discover who is an imposter, and who is an innocent bystander. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Roughly 1 in 5 millennials say they are playing the online word puzzle game, according to a new survey. Richard Osman and Jimmy Fallon are already Wordle addicts, and the Chase star Paul Sinha also regularly posts his results on Twitter. Brands are tweeting about the trendy game, too. Lego created its own green and yellow grid out of bricks, and the Smithsonian tweeted a picture of a green, yellow and black tablecloth from its Cooper Hewitt collection.How does Wordle work on paper? All the rows are filled in except the last one. The level of difficultly is due to the number of correct letters shown in the grid. Each letter has a different colour: white on black = correct letter incorrect place; black on grey = correct letter in wrong place; black letter on white = wrong letter, wrong place.Just like the online game, it a process of elimination and the clue at the top means that only one answer can be right.The introduction contains clear instructions on how to play, and answers are given at the back of the book. Wordle has nearly 3 million players across the world and versions of it are appearing in other languages. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Mindful Thoughts for Cooks presents 25 thoughtful insights into the holistic health and well being we can digest through the everyday process and experience of cooking. Holistic cook Julia Ponsonby shares the true value of eating homemade, real food, mixing together practical and soulful ingredients with a dash of nature's alchemy, to present a carefully crafted dish that every discerning cook will want to taste and savor. Embracing cooking as a spiritually-nourishing meditation is a deliciously simple path to reconnecting ourselves to what we eat every day-this beautifully illustrated little book reminds us how to do it. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Embracing gardening as a spiritually enriching activity lovingly reconnects us to nature everyday - this beautifully illustrated little book reminds us how to do it. Rooting each blossoming thought in deep ecology and conscious living, we unearth the power inherent in mindfully lifting the soil; it lifts our souls as well. Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners sows a series of meditations about tending the Earth wholeheartedly. Author Clea Danaan explores the interconnectedness of nature in this carefully-crafted small volume that any green-fingered grower will want to dig into. Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners sows a series of meditations about tending the Earth. Embracing gardening as a spiritually enriching activity lovingly reconnects us to nature everyday. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Mark Magill weaves observations about the remarkable roles bees play in keeping wildlife thriving and cultivated crops blooming, together with personal experiences and practical insights gleaned from his years as a beekeeper. As a Buddhist meditation teacher and author, he presents practical information about the art of beekeeping through the four seasons while harvesting the environmental and spiritual lessons we can learn from the bees. Meditations in each chapter based on Buddhist practice help readers experience the tranquility and simple pleasure of observing and interacting with the natural world. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Do you love playing wordle? Do you wish you could do more than one puzzle a day? If you do, then you will love this collection of 500 puzzles to do anytime, anywhere. Wordle Challenge 2 presents a fun, interactive collection of brain-teasing puzzles, that can be played offline and will entertain for hours and hours. These stimulating puzzles are graded from Easy to Expert level. Puzzlers must guess what the correct word is, deducing from previous words in the grid what letters go where. A clue means there is only one correct solution to each puzzle, and answers can be found at the back of the book. Whether you are looking for puzzle practiceto train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, this collection will have you enthralled. Perfect for commuters, keen puzzlers and all ardent wordle fans, and suitable for children and adults, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who can't get enough of the sensation puzzle game and wishes they could do more! Follows on from Wordle Challenge, which shot to the top of the UK Market frontlist chart with sales of over 60,000 copies since publication on 15 March 2022. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Do you love playing Wordle? Do you want to test your skills with a more extreme version of the game? If you do, then you will love this collection of 500 extreme Wordle puzzles to do anytime, anywhere.Extreme Wordle Challenge presents a fun, interactive collection of brain-teasing puzzles, that can be played offline and will entertain for hours and hours. These mind-melting puzzles are graded from Intense to Extreme. Puzzlers must guess what the correct word is, deducing from previous words in the grid what letters go where. A clue means there is only one correct solution to each puzzle, and answers can be found at the back of the book. Whether you are looking for puzzle practice to train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, or a Wordle challenge like no other this collection will have you enthralled.Perfect for commuters, keen puzzlers and all ardent Wordle fans, and suitable for children and adults, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who cant get enough of the sensation puzzle game and wishes they could do more! Extreme Wordle Challenge presents a collection of 500 extreme Wordle puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to test their skills with a more extreme version of the game. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Steampunk enthusiasts love accessories, and none better than those they can craft and style themselves. The 20 projects included here are easy to make and readily customized with personal details and keepsakes - they range from the everyday and accessible to the slightly more elaborate for the committed steampunker. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Busy mothers balance home, children and work, but where can wellbeing fit into daily life? Mindful Thoughts for Mothers is a lovingly-crafted book of reflections that all mums can dip into during those precious moments of space from 'doing', for a positive and peaceful outlook to support their practice of mindfulness.In this beautifully illustrated book, Riga Forbes explores the micro and macro elements of a mother's world, helping the reader to hold a sense of the 'bigger picture' while being present in the day-to-day. In it, she invites every mother to embrace mindful awareness for deeper presence and understanding.From universal daily learning curves to all the things we may have to balance in our lives, she reveals the threads of connection we weave through our relationships with our children-and living memories of mothers and grandmothers-creating family-tapestries of nurture that will extend deep into the future. A lovingly crafted book of reflections that all mums can dip into during those precious moments of space from 'doing', for a positive and peaceful outlook to support their practice of mindfulness. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Cycling is about more than competitive racing, lycra, and physical endurance; it's about joy, meditative wonder and spiritual enrichment.Mindful Thoughts for Cyclists presents a series of focused meditations on why and how cycling can be a powerful practice of mindful awareness. From the pleasure of riding down a hill to finding the upsides of a puncture, Nick Moore steers us on an enlightening journey through the true value of riding a bicycle.On it, he encourages a shift in consciousness of 'those obsessed with the facts of cycling and wanting to excel in it to experience the fact of it'. Finding balance and meditation on two wheels. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Mindful walking can help us face the existential questions of 'Who am I?', 'Where have I come from?', What am I doing here?' and 'Where am I going?' Through a series of 25 succinct meditations on walking, Adam Ford presents an enlightening guide to how mindfulness and walking can help us improve our conscious living, including: Taking time to breathe Finding your rhythm Being aware of your surroundings Long-distance walking Walking with others Walking by night, by rivers and canals, and exploring the cityFrom a gentle daily stroll to a brisk hike across the mountaintops, this is a powerful reading companion for rural and urban walker alike.If you like this, you might also be interested in Mindful Thoughts for Runners, Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners and Mindful Thoughts for Birdwatchers. Mindful Thoughts for Walkers explores through a series of succinct meditations, how walking is an opportunity to deepen our levels of physical, and spiritual awareness. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Each book in this series contains 30 different postcards featuring the finest champion breeds or models, all perforated for easy removal. They are perfect quirky cards for sending to friends or family, or you may fall in love with them and just keep them for yourself. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Do you love crosswords and word games like Wordle? Do you want to test your skills with a unique word game? If you do, then you will love this collection of anagram puzzles ideal for you to do anytime, anywhere. Use the central shaded letter, and ring of letters to complete that target 4-, 5-, 6- and 7-word answers. Other words are possible, but they will be treated as bonus words if they arent in the answers but they are in a dictionary. Unique, fun, and interactive thiscollection of brain-teasing puzzles, can be played offline and will keep you entertained for hours and hours. These mind-melting puzzles are graded from Easy to Extreme. Puzzlers must guess what the correct word is, deducing from previous words in the grid what letters go where. A clue means there is only one correct solution to each puzzle, and answers can be found at the back of the book. Whether you are looking for puzzle practiceto train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, or a word hunt challenge like no other this collection will have you enthralled. Anagram Challenge presents a unique collection of word hunt puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to take their wordling skills to the next level. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Part of the Mindful Thoughts series, this beautifully illustrated little book meditates on all aspects of running, including:Running ritualsThe running communityRunning for charityDealing with injuryThe power of breathListening to the body. . . and much moreRunning can be a spiritually enriching activity, as well as a physical one-reconnecting us to our breath, our bodies, and the natural world around us with every steady step. Author and environmentalist Tessa Wardley meditates on the holistic nature of running, through 25 focused reflections offering meaningful insights that every runner from barefoot to track will value and remember.If you like this, you might also be interested in Mindful Thoughts for Walkers . . . Mindful Thoughts for Runners explores the ways in which running offers us an opportunity to deepen our levels of awareness, lifting our souls as well as our endorphin levels! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Taking a flight is always exciting, and On the Plane Activity Book is the perfect companion for your journey. Play I Spy While I Fly', take a multiple-choice quiz and spot the identical pilots on their way through the airport. Packed with plenty to keep kids occupied at the airport or during the flight, this book also includes planes to decorate, matching games, fill-in-the-face drawing tasks, true-or-false airplane and flying facts, and behind-the-scenes diagrams to explore. All children need to do is grab some pens and pencils, get ready to draw, write and play, and let their creativity soar! Travelling can be a bit dull. unless you're racing through the pages of On the Plane Activity Book! Bursting with puzzles, quizzes and drawing tasks, this boredom-beating book will keep children entertained for hours. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Febirana, Putri (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. As the French philosopher and mathematician Blaise Pascal famously said, "Chess is the gymnasium of the mind". With The Chess Lovers Puzzle Book your mind is in for an amazing workout! Chess is a game of strategy, planning and problem-solving. It is deceptively simple, and learning the rules means a lifetime of intellectual challenge for adults and children, in person or online. It has lasted centuries and shows no sign of fading any time soon. Quite the opposite in fact, as during the COVID-19 pandemic, chess became even more popular, particularly online. Chess players and puzzle-solvers have a lot in common, and now that is united in this unique new puzzle publication. All the puzzles relate to chess and the culture surrounding it, from classic chess puzzles to quizzes about famous players and matches. Puzzles include: Classic chess conundrums: looking top-down at a board layout, the best move must be deduced. Wordsearch: find the chess-champion names in the grid* Crosswords: chess-themed questions and answers* Placement puzzles: certain pieces only may be placed next to other in these visual conundrums. Chess-doku: An original take on Sudoku: chess piece symbols. Logic grids: Clues are given and puzzlers must fill in a grid and work out the missing answers using logic. Visual puzzles: A square with a variety of chess pieces in it. One is duplicated, can you spot it? Other visual puzzles include Odd one out, Logic sequences and Spot the Difference. Chess-code and other word puzzles: Chess pieces are substituted for letters; to solve the puzzle you must work out which is which. Other word puzzles include anagrams, missing letters and word jumbles. Chess quizzes: great players, famous moves and epic matches all feature. 365 chess-themed puzzles - one to solve every day of the year Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Do you love sudoku? Do you want to test your skills with a unique maths and logic game? If you do, then you will love this collection of over 200 puzzles ideal for you to do anytime, anywhere. In Sudoku Challenge, you fill in the puzzles with the usual rules, but when the grid is complete, you then use the clue numbers to work out how to calculate the challenge number. Unique, fun, and interactive this collection of brain-teasing puzzles, can be played offline and will keep you entertained for hours and hours. Whether you are looking for puzzle practiceto train your brain, or seeking a screen-free offline alternative to online puzzles, or a sudoku challenge like no other this collection will have you enthralled. Sudoku Challenge presents a unique collection of puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to take their sudoku skills to the next level. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Can you escape the sinking Titanic? Make your way up the decks with this exhilarating adventure puzzle book. This exciting escape book is a bustling collection of puzzles set on the Titanic during its sinking in the early hours of 15 April 1912. To survive, you must use your skills of deduction, observation and logic to solve a series of riddles, number games and code breaking conundrums. And it all starts with a desire for adventure in the year 1912. As a young traveller, you stow yourself aboard the cargo deck of the legendary Titanic. But when you find out it's sinking, you must make your way up through the ship, dodging danger and avoiding capture. In order to escape, you must solve a series of puzzles as you pass through locations that include the crew's quarters, the ship's swimming pool and library, first-class staterooms, dark water-filled corridors and sumptuous lounges. A final puzzle will determine whether you are able to reach a lifeboat. As you journey through the Titanic you encounter other passengers and members of the crew, some helpful, some hostile, and many simply trying to make their own escape, with puzzles to solve within your interactions with them. Will you be able to save any other passengers as you make your escape? The vivid illustrations and puzzles evoke the luxurious setting and stylish art and design of the time, bringing your nautical journey to life aboard RMS Titanic. The puzzles build on each other as your adventure nears its dramatic finale, and surprising clues appear as you attempt to find your way onto a lifeboat, but will you make it off the sinking ship? This thrilling and tense adventure puzzle book will keep you on the edge of your seat as you battle to escape! Escape The Titanic with this exciting illustrated book that has you climbing up the decks by solving puzzles to keep afloat. against all odds. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Focusing on so much more than plastic pollution, this ahead-of-the curve book exposes the extensive damage being done to the oceans that most of us don't know about, and what simple, everyday changes we can make to help protect our seas. When we think about climate change, our first thoughts are often of burning rainforests, cities filled with smog, and mammals teetering on the brink of extinction. But what about the effects of our actions off-land? What is really going on out of sight below the surface of the waves? And what more can we do beyond just reducing our plastic usage? This book is a necessary call to act and educate ourselves on the damage human activity is having on our seas, and a guide to how you can help stop it, whether you live on the coastline or hundreds of miles from the ocean.Shocking but enlightening, it illustrates exactly what the problems are, how they impact the ocean, why it is so important to keep our oceans healthy for our own benefit, and what we can do individually and collectively to help save our seas. Oceans cover over 70% of our planet and provide us with more life support than we can comprehend. Learn how to be an ocean hero every day, and do your part to love and protect our planet before it is too late. Our oceans need our help now! Packed with facts you never knew about the effects of climate change and pollution on our oceans, and simple actions you can take every day to protect our seas, this is an urgent read for anyone interested in the fate and wellbeing of our blue planet. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Johnsson, Mélanie (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Mindfulness for Black Dogs & Blue Days is an enlightening insight into depression - an experience that will affect one in five of us at some point in our lives. Richard Gilpin shares his ongoing journey with his 'black dog' - shedding light on this often misunderstood subject - and explores how the art and practice of mindfulness can help to train and mind that faithful companion. The book also includes short contributions from internationally recognised experts in the field of mindfulness. An enlightening insight into depression - an experience that will affect one in five of us at some point in our lives. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. A succinct look at the history of seed-saving is followed by a hands-on guide, which covers simple husbandry and harvesting techniques, plus DIY guidelines on designing your own seedbank. Add an invaluable directory of the best seeds to save (and swap) and you're all set to start a growing revolution. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Spruced up and ready for the 2012 Olympics, London is enjoying its moment at the top of the cities-to-visit league. Paper London offers 20 iconic paper pieces that capture the essence of one of the world's great capitals. From the new Olympic stadium to Big Ben, Westminster Abbey to a traditional phone box. Get folding! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Amazing patterns with a mathematical essence will be revealed as you follow the simple activity instructions. Learn incredible maths facts as you draw the beautiful designs. From simple geometric patterns to fascinating fractal art, to awesome anamorphic art, and cool celtic knots, discover the beauty in maths, and the maths in beauty. Left-brain and right-brain come together to create fantastic maths art! Discover how maths can be artistic and art can be mathematical with this awesome activity book, full of fun drawing challenges with a mathematical basis. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Caffeine is the most widely consumed mind-altering molecule in the world; we cannot get enough of it, and drinking good coffee is our delivery system. How is it that coffee has such a hold? It's all in the chemistry; the molecular structure of caffeine and the flavour-making phenols and fats that can be lured out from the bean by roasting, grinding and brewing. Making good coffee depends on understanding the science: why water has to be at a certain temperature, what method works best with which grind, how roast affects taste, what happens when you add cream, which bean you start out with. How to Make Coffee lays out the scientific principles for the coffee-loving non-scientist; stick to these and you will never drink an ordinary joe again. Making good coffee depends on understanding the science,How to Make Coffee lays out the scientific principles for the coffee-loving non-scientist. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…