Books to better yourself

From getting to grips with computers and the world of doing everything online to brushing up your DIY skills or learning a new language, September marks the start of the new academic year – so what are you waiting for?

Learn Something New Every Day by Kee Malesky

What colour did carrots used to be? Why do American spellings differ from ours? Learn something new every day with 365 fascinating facts from the author of All Facts Considered. How did the tradition of April Fools’ Day Begin? What is the only sea without coastlines? If you – or someone you know – has an inquisitive mind and an appreciation of the wonders of the world around us, look no further and get set to impress everyone you meet!

The Art of Learning a Foreign Language by Benjamin Batarseh

Benjamin Batarseh shares all the things he wished he’d known at various stages of his language learning journey during the last fifteen years as a hobbyist, student, academic, and professional linguist. Designed to help the learner avoid many pitfalls and seize opportunities, with lessons on choosing a target language, travel, accent, immersion, technology, learning approaches and the lifestyle habits of professional linguists. Whatever your motivations for learning a foreign language, this digestible read will bring you closer to achieving your goals.

Beginner’s Guide to DIY by Alison Winfield-Chislett and Jo Behari

Start doing your own household repairs and simple renovations without the expense of calling out a professional by brushing up on essential DIY techniques. This practical handbook features easy instructions for all the home do-it-yourself basics, from painting and wallpapering to simple plumbing, changing a lock, using power tools, fixing a squeaky floorboard and much more. If you’re frustrated by your own inability to handle a repair, or resentful of having to pay someone to take care of simple home maintenance, you’ve found the right book!

The Times Beginner’s Guide to Bridge by Andrew Robson

Andrew Robson, the Times bridge correspondent – and the world’s most famous and successful player and teacher of bridge – shows you how to play bridge in this one-stop practical guide, starting from the basics and taking you through the learning process stepby-step. You’ll also learn about bidding, tricks, scoring and dealing, and etiquette whilst playing – and to develop the skills you need to play bridge and win!

Computers for Seniors, For Dummies by Faithe Wempen

Most people new to computers find them a little intimidating at first. But with the right guidance, even a total novice can be sending emails, video-calling family and banking online in no time at all. This is your one-stop resource for taking control of your computer and transforming it into the most useful gadget in your home. Filled with easy-on-the-eyes type and tons of explanatory images, this is the book that will finally get you up to speed on personal computing.

Fear Less Live More by Aimee Fuller

A practical look at wellness, two-time Winter Olympian snowboarder-turned-BBC presenter Aimee Fuller is no stranger to pushing herself out of her comfort zone. In this, her brave, honest and inspiring debut book, she shows you how to get to know fear without letting it hold you back, help you overcome fear and find what drives you – so you can start living life with purpose, maintain that focus and enjoy the ride.

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