March 2019
The Best of World Cruising
Catriona Rowntree
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A dedicated Australian cruising guide for the biggest booming travel market!
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Flexibound
Price
AU$35.00 | NZ$39.99
ISBN
9781741175721
Publisher
Explore Australia
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Guides
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Travel
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225 x 215 mm
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256pp
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Full colour throughout
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The cruise market is in growth mode, and in 2016 Australian cruise passengers produced the biggest growth rate in the world. Yet, up until now there hasn't been a cruise guidebook specifically for Australian and New Zealand travellers. The Best of World Cruising will offer a curated list of respected travel personality (and cruise expert) Catriona Rowntree's top 40 ocean and river cruise destinations around the world. For every destination, there is detailed information on key ports and not-to-be missed attractions, as well as a whole host of travel tips such as when to go, what to pack and whether this cruise is really for you. All advice is delivered in Catriona's charming and vivacious style, accompanied by many colourful images. In cases where Catriona has not personally visited a region, she has called on fellow cruise lovers to share their travel advice, including Livinia Nixon and Gabriel Gaté. There are also a number of 'Captains of Industry' interviews with Richard Branson and other travel or cruising experts. So whether you're a seasoned cruiser or just starting to consider booking your first cruising holiday, this book will tell you everything you should know before stepping on board.
Author Details Catriona Rowntree is a household name and has earned the title of ‘Australia's Most Travelled Woman’, with over 20 years at the helm of Channel Nine's Getaway. In addition to her TV roles, Catriona has been able to utilise her passion for community work as the Patron of the Arnotts Foundation, Ambassador for OCRF, Mission Australia, and the Phillip Island Penguins. In 2010, Catriona was delighted to become an Australian Landcare Ambassador and in 2012 she also became the Ambassador for Year of the Farmer. Catriona has worked with many brands including Nivea, Sunsense, Goulburn Valley, The Good Guys, Woolworths Baby & Toddler Club and Pharmacare’s VitaGummies, and she is currently the Australian face of Clarins. Catriona has also published two books – Catriona’s Australia: 100 of My Favourite Aussie Locations in 2006, and A Grandmother’s Wisdom in 2013 – and now has her own travel blog called Journeys to Come. The site was established in late 2016 and has 2800 visitors per month, 1200+ subscribers and 28,000+ Instagram followers.
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In 2016, Australian cruise numbers surpassed the one million mark for the first time. That means one in every 19 Australians took a cruise in 2016.
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Australians have now overtaken Americans as the biggest cruisers per head of population, while in pure passenger numbers Australians are the fourth biggest country for the world cruise industry. While 70% of Australian cruisers are aged 40+, predictions are that the industry will only continue to grow and attract a wider cross-section of Australian travellers.
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Author is a well-known TV personality and having appeared onGetaway for more than 20 years, she is known across multiple generations of Australians and is a trusted travel source. Comparative titles: Berlitz Cruising & Cruise Ships (but these books focus only on the ships, not the journeys), Lonely Planet Cruise Ports series (but these are divided by region/country/city of the world and are essentially rehashed versions of their general travel guides). Huge marketing and publicity campaign with dump bin available and TV, radio, print and online promotion on release.
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ATHENS
BARCELONA
CAPRI
CORSICA
FLORENCE
GIBRALTA
IBIZA
ISTANBUL
MALTA
MONACO
NAPLES
PORTO TORRES
ROME
SPLIT
VENICE
EGYPT
The River Nile The Nile represents so much to so many. For the locals, it’s their life source, providing water, fertile land and a freeway of sorts that runs through 11 countries. It’s been the Egyptian civilisation’s lifeline since the Stone Age. But for those of us who’ve signed up or this cruise, its name brings on a feeling of awe. It’s mysterious, we know it’s ever-changing, laden with stories, the inspiration for Agatha Christie’s world-famous Death On The Nile, and the lure to our Egyptian journey.
I’ve sampled it every which way. At the age of 15 I came over on an Ancient History field trip with my school, then twice for Getaway. All budgets, all boats. From sailing on a felucca – a traditional Egyptian sailboat (Authentic? Yes. Hard toilet? No.) – to a massive motor boat with loads of entertainment on board, over 100 guests and all meals served in a dining room rather than a deck. My preference? Honestly, I loved my several days on board the felucca. Why? The views are the same. It’s probably more authentic, you’re lapping it up like a local, I felt entirely safe and my memories are magical. But how did I cope going to the loo in the reeds? It wasn’t great all the time, but geez it was memorable. I look back now and I don’t know if I could do that again. But the river itself ... glorious! You won’t take a bad photo. The light is exquisite. Little children in tiny feluccas, sidling up next to your boat to sing for you or ask you to buy belly-dancer costumes. Constantly changing vistas made me realise the point of difference with this tour is that the devil is in the detail. As in, not the castle in the distance, or the rising vineyards snaking up the mountains as it is in Europe; but it’s the lone fisherman by the river’s edge, the elegant birdlife, the animals gently roaming in and out of the water ... I just loved it all. The ship I most recently went on felt as though it was straight out of a colonial movie. I believe it was decorated by the daughterin-law of Lawrence of Arabia Egyptian actor Omar Sharif. (For the life of me, no amount of googling will confirm that.) But if I could copy the design elements to take home, I would. Huge, plump sofas covered in local wool scarves, from which you watch a show of belly dancing and whirling dervishes (amazeballs), have a lazy afternoon tea, or be treated to pre-dinner drinks. I think Agatha Christie would highly approve. Our meals were delicious and thankfully the chef offered cooking classes, so I could learn how to replicate at home a true babaganoush (eggplant dip) and local
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salads. If I could have lentil soup every day I’d be happy, not to mention regular! The staff were first class and that is a compliment you’ll hear right across Egypt, as they value hospitality so much. No bad attitudes round these parts, not on your Nefertiti. I’m partial to an on-board pool too, which on my last trip, only the children used as it was quite chilly. However, years ago, when I sailed in summer, our little pool got a major workout. Trust me, in the height of an Egyptian summer it’s a luxury to have the option. Our last trip was quite small by way of passengers, we had a group of around 20 people with us (my boat, Sanctuary Sun Boat III, could fit 36 people) and we were all friends by the end. Unlike a felucca, where you’re stuck with each other, which can be both good and bad depending on the passengers, the larger ship offers privacy. And did I mention the private loo? Ok, maybe I’ve made my point there. As long as you have that window to gaze from, that view to look at, your sail will be divine. When we were filming for Getaway, I was adamant we show that this trip is not for the faint-hearted. You do a lot of walking. In my opinion, you must have a certain level of fitness. Ain’t no elevator in them there temples – you’ve gotta work for it. That said, my father-in-law, who is in his seventies, did this trip with a weak ankle and not once did it deter him. But keep it in mind. So, this is a cruise that’s really all about the pre- and postlocations of your journey, by which I mean the stop-offs you make outside of your Nile cruise – and I’m talking, specifically, countries here. On my first trip, I went to Greece initially. I loved it and the ancient history there set the mood perfectly for Egypt. Second trip? I kicked off with Israel and once again loved the dichotomy of history and modern life existing side by side. My third trip had me head off to Jordan post-Egypt and I can’t put into words how much I loved this country, and I’ll tell you more about that, soon.
Main Ports DENDERA
ABYDOS
SOHAG
LUXOR
TUNA EL-GABAL
ASHMUNEIN ORTS
CAIRO
EL AMARNA
KEY PORTS
Cairo
Luxor
Cairo is often your first port of call and the energy of this place is nuts! Crazy, chaotic, bustling. I genuinely wish I could tell you the population of this city, but every time I check it varies from 10 to 20 million. All you need to know is that the mood of this city is different to anything you’ve ever experienced before. Just go with it! We stayed at a hotel close to the pyramids, the historic Mena House Hotel (loved every detail). But I’ve sampled places within every budget and really, you just want close access to Giza where the pyramids are and which, as every guidebook will tell you, will flip you out with its close proximity to the city. You’ve got the mayhem of the city, then BOOM! The magical pyramids are right in front of you. Wear brightly coloured clothing for your first time here. You’ll want photos, I’m sure, but you won’t be seen amongst the haze of the Sahara Desert if you insist on dressing up as an extra from Raiders of The Lost Ark. I saw so many people in khaki camping clothes with more pockets than they knew what to do with. Do give yourself plenty of time in Giza. You don’t want to return home wishing you’d lingered longer. The Egyptian Museum is a must-see. It’s just so surreal to wander through so many significant artefacts, the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities, thousands of years old, and of course this is where the most extensive collection of King Tutankhamen’s tomb is presented. I’ve just got to share with you: I remember this exhibition coming to Australia many years ago and there was a real sense of reverence in the room. Hushed tones as we wandered through the belongings of this ‘Boy King’, all that was needed to guide him into the afterlife. Cut to Cairo and it was totally crazy. Children on excursions running between exhibits, being told off by guards for eating amongst these priceless pieces and my heart went out to the guard in the ‘gold room’ where King Tut’s famous, solid-gold mask sits. His stress levels were going through the roof trying to stop people from taking photos and using their flash. I actually took the time to quietly thank him for his efforts. Needless to say, if you’re in any doubt over the return of tourism to Egypt, you sure won’t be after a trip here. The queues start early!
This is the city where we actually joined our Nile cruise. Luxor is the world’s greatest open-air museum and I joined my boat after an overnight stay in the legendary Winter Palace Hotel. Oh, the hallways! They are so wide, with walls you beg could talk. There’s a stairway where Howard Carter stood and announced to the world he’d found the nearby intact tomb of King Tutankhamen, and he actually would keep the press corps updated by posting daily notes on the hotel noticeboard. I just loved the mood here, the history and the view of the Nile from the windows totally whets the appetite for your cruise. Luxor is, without doubt, one of my favourite cities in the world. The Temple of Karnak is just so large, so overwhelming, so filled with stories that you’ll want to give yourself plenty of time to soak it all up. This is my favourite ‘son et lumiere ‘ location (the famous sound and light shows that happen at major sites) but whether you view Karnak by day or night, you’ll be enamoured. I loved the elegance of the guards here too. I know, it’s a weird thing to comment on, but they are considered ‘guardians of the treasures’ and in their long, flowing kaftans and turbans, to me, they were a standout. Luxor is the home to the Valley of the Kings and also the Valley of the Queens. Both are a bus or car trip from the centre of the city, but travelling there is totally worth it. Do take the time to visit Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple near The Valley of The Kings. Hatshepsut was the original ‘Boss Lady’ and her ‘Mortuary Temple’ is worth the extra effort. The Valley of the Kings itself, is like nothing you’ve ever imagined. A vast cut in the earth where you spot tiny doorways leading down to tombs that were once home to priceless artefacts. Each tomb is quite different. Some are small, others contain more than 100 rooms. Don’t be overwhelmed and they’re very easy to walk through. There are 63 tombs and the one you choose to see really gets down to how much you’re willing to pay for your ticket, which varies, obviously, but none disappoint. Make sure you get a selfie outside the tomb of King Tutankhamen, I promise you’ll be the envy of your Instagram buddies long after you return. My favourite tomb was Rameses IV, the images of the hieroglyphics, learning their stories, their colour and depth will never leave me.
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Take around USD$50 with you for when you land in Cairo. You may need this for your visa, and US dollars are preferable. If you booked the trip using your credit card, take that card with you. You may need to have it on hand at the airport check-in, if continuing on to Jordan. Dress with respect but you don’t need to obsess about your clothing choices – they’re pretty liberal. Sign up for a sound and light show. It can really offer you a whole new perspective, but do take a wrap or jacket for the cool of the night. Do your cinematic research. Watch The Spy Who Loved Me and Death on the Nile before you go. Shopping must-haves include silver, inlaid boxes, an ankh or Key of Life, cashmere shawls, beads, beads and more beads.
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DAY TRIPS
THE FACTS
You will visit many temples along your journey. My highlights were Edfu, the Temple of Kom Ombo and the Temple of Philae (my favourite colourful beads were bought around here, just saying). I found the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile God Sobek, to be the easiest to access and the deeply carved, giant images hieroglyphics are astounding. Our boat pulled right up to the temple at night, and I realised this was the advantage of our cruise. Your access to places is just so much easier.
WHEN TO GO
I did leave the boat for to do an early morning daytrip to Abu Simbel. We went by plane and the effort was hugely rewarded. Some people stay overnight here; whatever you choose you won’t be disappointed, just go! It’s one thing to have a remarkable exterior of a temple, but Egypt dazzles you with its interiors as well. This is where Abu Simbel dazzles. The stories within, just as alluring as the remarkable structure on the outside. Another highlight was a morning daytrip to the Dendera Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Hathor who symbolised all things beautiful, love, joy, dancing, music ... Hathor is my kind of goddess! But the best bit was learning about the Dendera Zodiac. Quite possibly the world’s oldest zodiac, you’ll find images of our horoscopes in a tiny back room on the ceiling. Hathor was married to Horus, God of the Sky, from where we get the name horoscope. I could’ve done a whole Getaway story on this one temple. Don’t forget to look for the carved relief of Cleopatra and her son Julius Caesar on the back wall of the temple. One of the few images of her that bear her name. Trust me, it’s the temple that just keeps on giving! I was also able to go to a Nubian village, as we wrapped up our journey in Aswan, and this was also a highlight for me. I loved chatting to and learning from the locals. They still live in a very traditional way, with their dirt-floor homes and treasured customs. I noticed the women don’t really like to be photographed – do ask for permission first – but they certainly enjoy a chat, and make sure you sample some of their hibiscus tea. After a sunset sail, this was where we said goodbye to our boat but thankfully not the Nile, as we were able to stay for a couple of nights in the Cataract Hotel. Even if you’re not staying at the Cataract Hotel, I believe you can still enjoy the bar and restaurant as a guest. The food is great and the view looks straight out onto Kitcheners Island and the Cataracts themselves. My one ‘diva request’ for filming was to stand on the same balcony where Agatha Christie, the ‘queen of crime, lover of travel’ would sit each day. She’d look out on to Kitcheners Island where her husband, Sir Max Mallowan, a
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November seems to be close to perfection. July and August are seriously hot but, honestly, it’s not that bad. They are well equipped for the heat.
DON’T LET ME FORGET TO TELL YOU…
Luxor
WHICH CRUISE TO CHOOSE AP TOURING EGYPT DISCOVERY $$$$ (8 NIGHTS)
WHO TO TAKE A wonderful trip for singles and families alike. I saw lots of children travelling with their families. If alone, be mindful of going out on your own at night, just as you would in most places. But if I was to return, I’d love to take my mum who is a true history buff.
Relax aboard the Oberoi Philae, with elegantly decorated suites that boast a spacious living area and bathroom. Stay in one of Cairo’s oldest districts in a charming hotel decorated with rich furnishings and all creature comforts. Located in the shadows of Giza’s pyramids, the unique hotel is set amid lush gardens and boasts lavish rooms.
I added in a trip to Jordan, ticking off a bucket-list wish to see Petra and I totally recommend you do the same. Every day of my journey through ‘the Switzerland of the Middle East’ was a highlight for me. It’s quite funny, but you’ll make friends from other tour groups along the way as you quite often follow similar itineraries. This trip offers a real sense of camaraderie. I’m still in touch with people I followed all the way into Jordan. I used these terms (and a few others I picked up along the way) in high rotation and found you’re always rewarded with a smile for making the effort to learn a few Arabic words: ‘As Salam Alaykom’ (hello, or peace be with you) and ‘Shukraan’ (thank you).
CONTIKI EGYPT & THE NILE $$ (7 NIGHTS) You’ll come for the Great Pyramids, but you’ll never want to leave, thanks to the captivating chaos juxtaposed against gentle days floating down the Nile. With three nights sailing on a traditional felucca and your very own Egyptian trip manager from start to finish, this is the only way to truly step into the ancient world of Egypt. INTREPID TRAVEL EGYPT FAMILY HOLIDAY $ (8 NIGHTS)
WHAT TO PACK Dress in layers. You’ll need a light scarf or pashmina for the mosques. I bought loads of pashminas from the markets along the way. I followed Queen Rania of Jordan on Instagram (@ queenrania) before I went over (and still do) as she seems to always be dressed to perfection for both the climate and respectability. But as long as you keep your cleavage covered and dress with respect you’ll be fine. Light, loose pants. I found jeans a little too hot to wear. Each to their own. Keep your heels at home – this is definitely a comfyshoe cruise. Any more clothing tips for men? Do men need to cover their sholders in a temple as well (i.e. no singlets)?
Tour a land of feluccas and pharaohs and witness Egypt’s most iconic sites. With an action- packed itinerary that is purpose-built for families, this authentic Egypt experience blends all the mustsee highlights with plenty of adventurous, off the beaten-track activities. UNIWORLD SPLENDORS OF EGYPT & THE NILE $$$ (11 NIGHTS) Experience Egypt and the Nile’s most wondrous sites in style and luxury. Set sail on an eight-day voyage on board the all-suite River Tosca. Wander amongst the Temple of Karnak, and the Temple of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings. Get acquainted with Nubian culture and enjoy an exhilarating ride in a felucca, a traditional Nile River sailboat. SCENIC THE TREASURES OF EGYPT ($$$$, 10 NIGHTS). Discover the Pyramids, tombs and temples of Egypt. Cruise along the Nile in luxury, visit the Valley of the Kings and the Egyptian Museum. Gaze upon the marvels of the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, then in Luxor stand amongst ancient temples, tombs and monuments. Relax in iconic luxury at Aswan. Visit temples of Abu Simbel and the Egyptian Museum in bustling Cairo.
Prepare for an emotional journey. For many, this is the realisation of a long-held dream. Egypt overwhelms in every which way. I have never had so many people approach me, whilst on a Getaway trip. Some with tears in their eyes, wanting to share their experience, and begging me to tell others to come. So, make sure you do. 114
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Tortellini at Midnight And other heirloom family recipes from Taranto to Turin to Tuscany Emiko Davies Comforting recipes from Emiko's Italian family to yours.
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Sometime in the 1950s, Emiko Davies' nonno-in-law began the tradition of ringing in the new year with tortellini al sugo. He served it along with spumante and a round of tombola, and sparked a trend; up until the 1970s, you could find tortellini at midnight on New Year's Eve in the bars around Fucecchio.
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This is just one of the heirloom dishes in this collection, for which Emiko Davies has gathered some of her favourite family recipes. They trace generations that span the length of Italy, from the Mediterranean port city of Taranto in the southern heel of Puglia to elegant Turin, the city of aperitif and Italian cafe culture in the far north and, finally, back to Tuscany, which Emiko calls home. Tortellini at Midnight is a book rich with nostalgia, with fresh, comforting food and stunning photography. It is a book that is good for the soul.
Author Details Publication
01 March 2019
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9781743794531
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Hardie Grant Books
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Emiko Davies is an Australian-Japanese food writer and Food52 and Cucina Corriere columnist living in Tuscany. She arrived in Florence with nothing but some broken Italian. The city soon stole her heart and inspired her to begin her blog, www.emikodavies.com, about Tuscan food, its history, and its almost strict adherence to traditions. Wherever she is, the kitchen is the life and heart of her home. Emiko says she gathers there and cooks with her family every day. Emiko is the author of Acquacotta and Florentine.
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and social media platforms (Instagram 33,000+ followers), she also regularly writes for global media outlets Food52, Cucina Corriere and Conde Nast Traveler. This is the third, beautiful book from Emiko, following on from the successes of Florentine (2016) and Acquacotta (2017) The book features recipes from Emiko’s Italian family. Just like Florentine, this book will be a show-stopping package with a linen wrapped cover and foil finishes. Marketing and publicity promotion on release with lead extract in Gourmet Traveller and reviews and extracts across national print and online media.
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Tortellini at Midnight
CONTENTS
13 INTRODUCTION
19 TA R A N T O
101 TURIN
159 TUSCANY
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242 MENUS
245 REFERENCES
246 INDEX
253 GRAZIE
254 ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Turin Caffè Al Bicerin
Piazza Castello
Caffè Mulassano Piazza San Carlo Stratta
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1925 In 1925, Nicola, Anna and their nine children moved from their sun-drenched southern Mediterranean port city to Turin, the elegant, decidedly continental capital of landlocked Piedmont. It was the year their youngest daughter, Iolanda Cardellicchio, was born. Mario would have been eight years old, and although he spent those first eight years in Puglia, as an adult he would always consider himself Torinese, even when he met and married Lina, a dainty young Tuscan girl who had been visiting her cousin in Turin for the summer, and later, during the Second World War, when he moved to Tuscany, where he would live the rest of his life. Lina would often make Mario dishes like brasato al barolo, a comforting stew of beef braised in red wine, that reminded him of his home in Turin.
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This page Lina (on right) with her cousin and sister-in-law, Wanda, who was married to Mario’s brother Carlo (in fact, it was while spending the summer with Wanda in Turin that sixteen-year-old Lina met Mario) Opposite page, clockwise from left Mario in his military uniform just after leaving Turin; Lina and Mario in the late 1950s in Fucecchio, Tuscany; Lina and Mario holding baby Riccardo in Turin (behind them is Mario’s brother Carlo and his family); Lina
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Bonet C H O C O L AT E A N D A M A R E T T I F L A N
The centuries-old bonet is a bit like a Piemontese crème caramel, but flavoured with chocolate and amaretti biscuits. It’s a simple, homely dessert that I think needs nothing more than the bittersweet caramel spooned over the top, but it’s not always served that way and, if you want to skip the caramel, you could also decorate it with whipped cream, some whole or crushed amaretti, or a sprinkling of finely chopped hazelnuts. Like other classic Piedmont desserts, such as the Stuffed peaches (see page 148), this is usually made with amaretti di Saronno, the hard and crunchy type, but if you have trouble finding them you can use savoiardi biscuits with a splash of amaretto liqueur. You can also prepare this in a pudding mould or even in individual ovenproof ramekins. SERVES 6–8
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butter, for greasing 175 g (6 oz) sugar 4 eggs 375 ml (12½ fl oz/1½ cups) full-cream (whole) milk, warmed 15 g (½ oz) bittersweet (unsweetened) cocoa powder, sifted 35 g (1¼ oz) amaretti (about 10 small amaretti biscuits), crushed, plus extra for decoration splash of rum, grappa or similar (optional)
Lightly grease a loaf (bar) tin, approximately 11 x 25 cm (4¼ x 10 in), and preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F). Place 100 g (3½ oz) of the sugar in a saucepan and shake or tap the pan so that the sugar sits in a flat layer. Add 1 tablespoon water and melt gently over a low–medium heat. Slowly, the sugar will begin to melt and bubble, appearing first to look crystallised. Resist any temptation to stir it, but keep an eye on it until the sugar begins to turn liquid and then a pale amber colour. Now it will begin to change quite quickly. At this point
you can give the pan a swirl to make sure all the sugar crystals melt. As soon as it is completely liquid and the sugar reaches a deep amber colour, remove from the heat and pour it into the greased loaf tin. In total, this should take about 5–7 minutes. Set the pan aside and let it cool. In a mixing bowl, gently whisk (rather than use an electric mixer, which will result in too many air bubbles) the eggs and the rest of the sugar. Slowly add the warm milk, along with the sifted cocoa powder. Strain the mixture into another bowl, then add the crushed amaretti, and the rum if using. Pour into the tin, over the top of the caramel, then place the tin in a large, deep baking dish. Pour hot water into the baking dish to come halfway up the side of the tin holding the bonet mixture and bake for 50 minutes, or until the top is set and springy.
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Remove from the oven and leave to cool completely before chilling in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. To serve, run a thin, sharp knife around the edges of the bonet, then turn it out onto a long, flat plate. Serve in slices with some of the caramel spooned over the top.
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Pasta al Forno di Angela AN G E L A ’ S L ASA G N E
This is Angela’s signature dish, and one she really does well. It’s the one most requested by her grandchildren and it is the one she’ll prepare for every family gathering, in colossal aluminium trays. She never measures anything and, as a result, always makes double the amount actually needed and the fridge will be full of the ingredients needed to make several more trays for the days that follow. But it’s all part of the ritual of her pasta al forno. There’s a rhythm to the making of pasta al forno, or lasagne. There’s the sugo, the meat sauce, which has to be made the day before. Angela sets her two largest pots on the stove and makes industrial quantities of it. Then there’s the béchamel. Marco will often argue over the quality of the milk she uses to make it with, urging her to use fresh milk. She uses store-bought fresh lasagne sheets and store-bought, pre-ground parmesan to make life easier (her job in the kitchen growing up was always to grate the cheese and, since her family was one that loved plenty of cheese, she had to grate, grate, grate), and fresh mozzarella, which she tears up with her hands. Then it’s an assembly line. First, some sugo across the bottom of the tray. Then a layer of pasta. More sugo, generous swathes of it. Béchamel, quite fluid, strategically blobbed all over, then stirred right into the layer of sugo and mixed together into a creamy, rusty-pink sauce. Then the torn mozzarella goes on, here and there, followed by a dusting of grated parmesan, and so on until the tray is full. It’s baked until it’s bubbling and crisp and, since it’s usually being taken to someone’s house, it’s done well in advance. This, I believe, is part of the secret to the success of a good pasta al forno: that time where the whole thing settles and the flavours mingle, and then it is most likely reheated, so the edges get extra crunchy – the best bit. I watch her as she does it and she says, without even looking up, ‘Whenever I make pasta al forno, even now, I have her here next to me’. Lina, that is. Right up until her old age, Lina was in the kitchen, cooking for her daughter and her grown grandchildren. When she was so frail she could finally no longer keep up with the cooking, she had Angela do it but she would insist on sitting in – or rather, standing, propped up against the corner of the kitchen table – overseeing everything, instructing. Still cooking, really: ‘You missed a spot there. You need a bit more sugo here.’ When Angela would try to send her to bed, Lina would shake her head and say she’d rather keep her company and participate in the cooking.
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SERVES 6–8 M E A T SAUC E
1 onion, finely chopped ½ celery stalk, finely chopped ¼ carrot, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 rosemary sprig, leaves picked and finely chopped a few whole sage leaves handful of flat-leaf (Italian) parsley leaves, finely chopped 80–100 ml (2 –3½ fl oz) extra-virgin olive oil 600 g (1 lb 5 oz) minced (ground) beef 300 g (10½ oz) minced (ground) pork 400 ml (13½ fl oz) white wine 600 g (1 lb 5 oz) tomato passata (puréed tomatoes) BÉCHAMEL
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50 g (1¾ oz) butter 40 g (1½ oz) plain (all-purpose) flour 500 ml (17 fl oz/2 cups) full-cream (whole) milk, warmed freshly ground white pepper P AS T A
300 g (10½ oz) plain (all-purpose) flour, plus extra for dusting if needed 3 eggs T O ASS E M B L E
150 g (5½ oz/1½ cups) grated parmesan or Grana Padano 250 g (9 oz) mozzarella
Prepare the meat sauce at least a day in advance, if possible. Cook the onion, celery, carrot and garlic with the herbs and olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add a good pinch of salt and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Add the minced beef and pork and cook, stirring frequently, until the meat becomes evenly opaque, about 7 minutes. Add another pinch of salt, pour over the wine and increase the heat to high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is reduced significantly, about 15 minutes. Add the passata and 600 ml (20½ fl oz) water. Add another good pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring the sauce to the boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer very gently for at least 1 hour, uncovered. Check on it occasionally, stirring. It should reduce into a slightly thickened, fragrant sauce. Taste for seasoning and adjust to your liking. Set aside. If doing this in advance, transfer the sauce to an airtight container, leave to cool completely and refrigerate until needed. For the béchamel, heat the butter and flour in a saucepan over a low–medium heat and, once the butter has melted, stir together for a couple of minutes until you have a thick paste-like mixture. Slowly whisk in the warm milk (a little at a time at first), whisking until the milk is incorporated and smooth. Cook the béchamel for about 10 minutes, stirring often, until thickened. The sauce should coat the back of a spoon easily but it doesn’t need to be too thick – Angela keeps hers fairly liquid. Season with salt and white pepper (grated nutmeg is more traditional, but the family prefers pepper). Set aside. You can also do this in advance and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For the pasta, sift the flour into a bowl and create a well in the middle. Crack the eggs into the well and begin stirring with a fork, first to break up the eggs, then, once well-beaten, begin incorporating the flour until you have a thick and sticky mixture.
Use your hands to finish combining the eggs with as much flour as they can take to result in a smooth, elastic dough – you may or may not need all of the flour, which is why this technique of slowly incorporating the flour is used. It shouldn’t be sticky either but, if it is, you can dust with more flour. Knead on a lightly floured surface for a few minutes, then cover in plastic wrap and let the dough rest for 30 minutes. Cut the dough into three portions and, working one portion at a time, dust the piece of dough and run it through a pasta machine, going from the thickest to thinnest or second-thinnest setting (depending on the machine), about 1 mm ( in) thick. If you need to, dust the dough with extra flour between settings. Cut the long pieces of dough into convenient lengths that fit the dish you are planning to use for baking and set aside, preferably on a lightly-floured surface, until needed. When you’re ready to assemble the lasagne, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Blanch the pasta sheets for 1 minute each, then drain with a slotted spoon and place on a clean, damp tea towel (dish towel) – be careful not to overlap the pasta sheets as they stick easily.
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Just before assembling the lasagne, reheat the meat sauce as it will be easier to layer and stir through the béchamel. In a glass or ceramic rectangular casserole dish, assemble the following layers: first, a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the dish, then a single layer of par-boiled pasta sheets, another layer of sauce, a handful of parmesan and some torn pieces of mozzarella dotted here and there. Continue layering pasta, sauce and cheese, ending in a layer of cheese. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling. Leave to rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. Tuscany
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THREE GENERATIONS OF TORTELLINI Eating tortellini, for Marco, is akin to time-travelling. As for so many Tuscans, tortellini were a fixture on his family’s Sunday table, and really for any special occasion – Christmas or Easter, especially. Usually they were served with sugo, a rich Tuscan meat sauce, Nonna Lina’s specialty – she had a very particular way of making her sugo, with whole pieces of beef rather than mince (see page 192) – or in beef broth (see page 205), a delicate and warming dish, always a comfort. My mother-in-law Angela also recounts eating them often. Sometime in the 1950s, when Angela was a young child, her father Mario began making them to serve on New Year’s Eve at the neighbourhood bar that Angela’s grandfather owned. Lina would make the sugo, of course, but Mario would put it all together and serve them at midnight to ring in the New Year together with cheap spumante and a round of tombola (bingo). It started a trend. All the bars in town began doing it too and, up until the 1970s when parties became a more popular way of celebrating, you could still find tortellini at midnight on New Year’s Eve in the bars around Fucecchio. I think it’s a tradition worth keeping. Tortellini may belong to Emilia-Romagna (its cities Bologna and Modena are contenders for the city of origin of what is arguably Italy’s most famous filled pasta), which borders Tuscany to the north, but they hold a special place in the hearts and kitchens of many Tuscans. One taste of tortellini in brodo (in chicken or beef broth) or tortellini covered in sugo will send ripples of childhood memories of Sunday lunches with nonna to most Tuscans – and because of this, they continue to appear in the most homely and traditional of Tuscan trattorie. The filling is one of meat and salumi and will change from household to household, although in 1974 the ‘Confraternity of the Tortellino’ defined the ‘original’ recipe as being made up of roasted pork loin, prosciutto, mortadella di Bologna, parmesan, eggs and nutmeg. Pellegrino Artusi, in 1891, used bone marrow in place of the pork and Ada Boni, in 1929, added veal, turkey breast and lamb’s brains to the mortadella, prosciutto and parmesan. The truth is, this is another dish that works well with leftover meat – if you already have some leftover roasted pork, turkey or beef, you can use that in place of the pork loin in the recipe on page 187 (100 g/3½ oz is fine, if already cooked).
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Sold! How to buy and sell your home with real confidence Nicole Jacobs In SOLD! How to buy and sell your home with real confidence, one of Australia’s leading property experts and buyer’s advocate for The Block, Nicole Jacobs, shares her extensive experience on how to buy and sell your home.
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Whether it is buying off the plan or selling a suburban home in a quiet suburb, Nicole gives you the keys to real estate success with information on topics such as due diligence checklists, how to work through exactly why you are buying, or whether renovating your existing home makes more sense, as well as buying tips, styling tips, selling ‘musts’ and all of the jargon that goes with real estate, contracts and titles. Nicole also arms you with the questions you should ask and the ground work and research you should undertake before setting out to an open house or calling an agent.
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9781743795101
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Author Details As one of Australia’s most respected property advisors and buyer advocates, Nicole Jacobs passion is helping property buyers and sellers realise their lifestyle dreams. Nicole is a property expert on Channel Nine’s The Block and the most successful buyer of properties on the show for her clients. She also appears regularly on lifestyle and property programs and in the media. She regularly speaks with organisations and key stakeholders to empower and motivate individuals. Nicole is the founder of a boutique real estate company offering discreet transactions on high-profile properties in both Melbourne and Sydney for Australian and international clients. Also an industry darling, Nicole is highly regarded for her warm, personable approach and her ability and expertise on both sides of the transaction process. These include experience both selling residential homes and helping her clients buy the home of their dreams. She is particularly intrigued “by the way we live and interact within the spaces we call home”.
Key Information • Nicole Jacobs is one of Australia’s leading property experts and buyer’s advocates, as well as a current cast member of Channel 9’s renovating TV show, The Block. • This book is practical and easy to use with straightforward and easy to implement advice. • Buying or selling a home can be a costly experience and this book helps readers to save money and time. • Huge marketing and publicity campaign on release with interviews, reviews and extracts on release across national print, TV, radio and online media.
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Keeping House Creating Spaces for Sanctuary and Celebration Emma Blomfield Bestselling author of Home, Emma Blomfield, is back with her new guide to creating the life that you want in the space that you have, no matter where that may be. We all desire a space that feels authentically our own: somewhere we can curl up with a cup of tea or host a dinner party for our favourite people. Many of us see homemaking as something we will do ‘one day’ – perhaps when we are no longer renting or when we have a larger budget. But interior decorator Emma Blomfield can help you start making the most of what you’ve got right now. Emma shares her tips on how to style and maintain every room in your house to achieve a state of meaningful living, and how to decorate and connect with guests through beautiful events. Keeping House is your guide to creating the life that you want in the space that you have, no matter where that may be.
Author Details Emma Blomfield is a modern-day innovator. Emma’s work brings together her sophisticated design prowess, fresh vision and sharp business acumen. She uses her repertoire of styling, colour and furnishings to deliver simple decorating concepts that combine function and aesthetics. She consults for a wide range of clientele in both event styling and residential interior design in Sydney. Her extensive portfolio is dotted with celebrity clients, and she regularly hosts workshops across Australia. She has been influential in demystifying an industry once considered niche and has brought innovation to interior decorating with the launch of online personal style consultations and education programs. Emma’s first book, Home, was published in 2017.
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01 March 2019
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9781743794869
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The follow up to Home: The Elements of Decorating, which has sold more than 10,000 copies worldwide. A practical and easy-to-use guide for those new to home decorating and entertaining. The book is beautifully illustrated by cult illustrator, The Juliet Report, providing a nice point of difference from other home decorating books on the market, allowing the focus to be on the concept instead of specific items. The book is written in two parts with chapter breakdown: Part I: Sanctuary (Live, Dine, Sleep), Part 2: Celebration (Decorate, Eat and Drink). And will cover topics such as cheese board essentials, cocktails and canapés, and flower arranging on a budget. Marketing and Publicity campaign on release.
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‘If you’re starting to burn out creatively, it might be wise to take a break and live in a space a little longer before making any further decisions.’
KEEPING HOUSE — 2
Lounge Basics
Creating an authentic home We can all make changes to our existing situations to make them more reflective of what we want to achieve or more homely. It’s time to ditch the ‘one day’ mentality and start living in the present. At the end of the day that’s all we’ve got, it’s all we can control and life is happening now. It doesn’t mean things won’t change for you, life is constantly evolving and changing to all of us. if you can shift your mentality you’ll realise this is your shot to start creating and working towards you ‘one day’ home. Living in the moment allows you to be more engaged in your life, you’ll be more invested in turning your house (that you do or don’t own) into a home. You’ll find you’re happier in your home too instead of constantly thinking “if only this would change” or “if only I had more money/time to renovate”. This book will help you make the most of what you’ve got in the here and now.
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‘Work with what you’ve got – your home is the ultimate reflection of you and your values, why not embrace this.’
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Special event styling We are all living in the present, yet so many of us put off making our living quarters a home. The reasons for this are many and varied yet there is one reason in particular that deserves challenging. That reason is “because this isn’t the home I see myself living in for long/I’m waiting until I can afford to do it all/I’m waiting to meet someone/start a family before I start creating a home.”
A Tree in the House Flowers for your home, special occasions and every day Annabelle Hickson
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A Tree in the House celebrates the art of arranging flowers at home, for friends, for celebrations big, small and in-between, and for every day – throughout the year.
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A Tree in the House is part guide for the aspiring home florist, and part celebration of rural life in sync with nature. Annabelle Hickson provides stunning ideas and instructions for flower installations and arrangements, covering beautiful, seasonal bouquets, flowers for friends, table and overhead arrangements and flower arrangements for special occasions. A Tree in The House celebrates the joy and simple, natural beauty flowers bring to the home, every day, with a focus on foraged and locally and seasonally grown plants. Interspersed throughout are gorgeous snapshots of Annabelle's picturesque rural life. A Tree in the House is a stunning ode – in words and pictures – to flower arranging, and is as much an aspirational window into rural life as an inspirational guide to creating beautiful, simple arrangements.
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01 March 2019
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Hardback
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AU$50.00 | NZ$55.00
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9781743793749
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Author Details Annabelle Hickson is a writer/photographer/former-city-slicker who moved to a pecan farm in the Dumaresq Valley on the New South Wales–Queensland border with her husband, Ed. Annabelle combines freelance writing and photography with farm life and parenting their three children. She is a gardener, cook, reader and celebrator of the beauty in life. And she is on a mission to show readers that flower arranging, even that of the most magnificent, enormous kind, is accessible, affordable and open to anyone who cares to give it a go.
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A gorgeously photographed guide to modern flower arranging. Emphasises using a mix of foraged and store-bought common flowers with a focus on creating arrangements that are achievable, don’t cost a fortune and don’t require hunting down specific varieties. Each chapter has a different theme (flower basics, around the home, flowers for friends, table arrangements, special occasions, flower toolkit) and shows glimpses of Annabelle’s life, along with advice, instructions and inspiration for creating theme-related flower arrangements. Includes additional breakout features (dahlias, supermarket flowers, a trip to the flower market). Also includes a flower substitute list and favourite flowers by season. Author Annabelle Hickson has a strong social media following, and is connected with tastemakers around the world, including Skye McAlpine, Sarah Tasker (from @me_and_orla) and Ruby Mary Lennox (from @ruby_marylennox). Annabelle is also a regular contributor to Australian and international media outlets and magazines such as Real
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FOOD, WINE, FLOWERS The very best dinner party advice comes from a French chef, Edouard de Pomiane. Along with sensibly recommending that dinner parties be made up of no more than eight people, he offers these sage words. There are three kinds of guests: 1. Those one is fond of. 2. Those with whom one is obliged to mix. 3. Those whom one detests. For these three very different occasions, one would prepare, respectively: an excellent dinner, a banal meal, or nothing at all, since in the latter case one would buy something ready cooked. Using this logic, which I enthusiastically do, the only dinner party guests you would have time to arrange flowers for are the ones whom you detest. The people you love, although you might offer them a carefully prepared cassoulet and proper chocolate mousse for dessert, would be lucky to see a single flower on the table. This is the way it should be. After all, there is not much room left on a dinner table when it is full of food, wine glasses and the waving arms of those you love in animated conversation. What matters more than fancy arrangements are the conversations shared and, of course, the food. Flowers can certainly enhance the atmosphere; they can convey a sense of care and love on behalf of the arranger, and of course they are beautiful, but they should in no way prevent people from seeing each other. The following pages are filled with tablescape inspiration. Each lists an occasion and the flowers I used to complement it. They are suggestions only; you should feel free to take advantage of what’s in season around you, and what is close at hand. And, above all, keep it simple.
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ON THE TABLE ‘Flowers on the table are delightful, but I think they are far more beautiful when naturally arranged (for which read "plonked"). Flower arrangers have a great deal to answer for.’ - Nigel Slater in Real Fast Food The most important thing to keep in mind when planning flowers for a table is that the flowers are not the most important thing on that table. I would go further and advise you to avoid arrangements entirely and, as Nigel says, plonk a few roses in a few small low vases. Single stems in tiny vases work very well, as do herbs. If you are going to ignore this advice and place something more substantial in the middle of the table, make sure it is low enough for the people sitting at the table to talk over. A good rule of thumb is to place your elbow on the table, make a fist, straighten your forearm perpendicular to the table, and then make sure the flowers and foliage don’t go any higher than your fist. In terms of table real estate, flowers take second place to food. If there are to be shared plates in the middle of the table, make sure there is room for them. Don’t let your flower-arranging ego lead you into making ridiculous decisions. The purpose of a lunch or dinner is for people to eat and socialise. Not to be isolated from the food or company by flowers, no matter how lovely they are. Avoid putting sneezy things on the table if you are eating inside. As much as I love wattle, it sets my nose right off and is no good when I am trying to eat and/or talk and/or listen. I’ve heard you can hairspray wattle to trap the pollen, but do you really want to be the type of person who hairsprays wattle? And don’t underestimate the delightful surprise a bunch a fragrant flowers by the kitchen sink, or on a table near the front door, can bring. There may not be much room on the table, but there are plenty of opportunities for occasions of joy elsewhere.
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Clematis, Japanese anemone (flowers and leaves), penstemon, roses, thistles
‘Apart from the divinest colour of all the flowers that rejoice in our Northern air, infinite loveliness of form in bloom, branch, and tendril, there is the precious quality of a long season of bloom, which should endear them to all. Many well-loved flowers pass away like the clouds. Lilac time is too short; but there is no such sharp limit to the days of the Virgin’s Bower.’ WILLIAM ROBINSON, THE VIRGIN’S BOWER (1913), A 38-PAGE BOOK ON CLEMATIS
I adore the clematis. What other flower head can be so large, yet so delicate? The dahlia is frumpy by comparison; even the rose is a bit clunky. The clematis works particularly well on the table too. Its delicate, floaty nature results in minimal obstruction between talking heads. The clematis can gracefully spill over a vase and hover, face up, just above the table with gestural tendrils curling up and around. It is the loveliest thing to look down and see it staring up at you. And, as William Robinson suggests, the flowering season for clematis is long. For a good part of the year you can find at least one or two varieties flowering. It’s hard to beat a few small glass jars full of simple garden pickings and stems of clematis down the middle of the table. If your clematis cuttings come from a garden, be sure to leave on some of the woody stems – it will make them last longer.
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A SUMMER DINNER Crepe myrtle, fig leaves, cosmos, olive sprigs, gum branches, basil, garden roses The barbecue is on and the champagne is in the fridge. The ice trays are empty – how do I always forget to refill the damn things – and people are on their way over for a dinner that would have been outside if the flies weren’t so bad. Instead we will eat in the kitchen, with all the fly-screened windows wide open. I’ve made a grape and rosemary focaccia to nibble on with the aperitifs. We’ll then have grilled chicken with tomatoes, olives and basil for dinner, and honey-roasted figs and cream for dessert. I’ve got a couple of minutes up my sleeve, so I pull out my favourite little vases and snake them down the middle of the table, plopping them in among some of the grapes and summer fruit I didn’t use while making the meal. I duck outside and snip whatever I see – a few roses, some basil, some fig leaves, a few cosmos – and plop the little sprigs into each vase, making sure none of them sit above seated chin height. (Can I make a point here that I do not live at Sissinghurst. Ducking out to pick a few things may sound like the privilege of someone like Vita Sackville-West, but really, it’s only a matter of planting a couple of bare-rooted roses in winter, sewing a few seeds in spring, and managing to not kill the stumpy fig tree near the kitchen door, which I want to do each winter because it is an awful, miserable thing to look at.) It’s not a practical thing to do from a washing-up perspective, but I then put a bucket in one half of the kitchen sink, fill it with water, and stuff the branch of a hot pink crepe myrtle in it, along with some errant olive branches and dried gum branches that fell from their tree. In front, I add a level of fragrant roses and their foliage. It feels festive and joyful, which is how I feel tonight. The dirty dishes will just have to be piled on the floor.
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This old church was a dream. Not only did it have wonderfully textured walls, it also had very high ceilings and overhead beams. I hung a roll of chicken wire from them, letting the wire blanket hang in swags in-between the beams. Starting from the first beam, I built little explosions of autumn branches up and down the wire magic carpet. From the floor, it looked as though the ceiling was a wild wave of autumnal reds and yellows.
Left: Tall and light in weight, this branch – and branches like it – are exactly what you want to look for when you are building your overhead explosions. Steer clear of particularly heavy branches – they are a pain to work with and tend to distort the curved waves of the chicken wire magic carpet.
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AN AUTUMN DINNER IN THE PADDOCK
Chestnut branches, pumpkins, an iron garden obelisk
I do love the look of a singular long table stretching out through a paddock or on the lawn, but you are rather stuck with your immediate table neighbours. This can be a good thing or a bad one. A U-shaped configuration for gatherings of 20-plus guests gives everyone more options for who to strike up conversation with. It can feel miraculously less claustrophobic and more intimate, especially under the canopy of a tree, real or makeshift. Steel or iron garden obelisk structures make building a makeshift tree a cinch. Secure the obelisk on the ground in the middle of the U-shaped table arrangement with tent pegs or stakes. Angle two large branches into the top third of the obelisk so that they are counterbalanced. (Find a friend to steady the structure while you add in the first few branches.) Continue adding branches – I have used chestnut branches, but you can use anything you like – using the counterbalancing method until you are happy with your canopy. For added stability, weigh down the base of the obelisk with sandbags or the like and camouflage them with something seasonal. Here, I have used pumpkins.
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David Morgan: An Extraordinary Life
Oliver Brown
The story of David Morgan’s life is unique and fascinating. Known mostly for his time as CEO of Westpac, his pathway there was less than traditional.
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While most would imagine David Morgan to have a conservative economic and financial background, that is far from the case. Prior to becoming the CEO of a global top-twenty bank, he worked in the treasury of the Hawke-Keating government and oversaw radical policy reforms that would fundamentally liberalise Australia’s economy, including deregulation, mandatory superannuation, reduced tariffs, union accords, taxation reform and the floating of the Australian dollar. A child actor turned sports star, Morgan declined a spot at the Richmond Football Club to study at the London School of Economics. He worked at Washington’s International Monetary Fund, uncovering economic fraud in postings across the globe, before the possibilities of Canberra pulled him home.
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01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
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AU$45.00 | NZ$49.99
ISBN
9781743793503
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Hardie Grant Books
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HG Local
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Auto/Biography
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304pp
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A stint at Harvard Business School in 1989 prompted Morgan to jump the public–private fence and enter the world of banking, where he was immediately branded an ‘academic socialist’ outsider. And yet his ability to help Westpac weather difficult times – and thrive – saw Morgan rise quickly through the ranks to be appointed CEO in 1999, a role he held until 2008. Morgan was made an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2009 for his financial policy leadership. His boundless ambition and his instinct to balance doing the right thing for business and just doing the right thing have made for a unique career and a fascinating life. Oliver Brown’s biography of one of Australia’s key financial figures includes rare interviews with former colleagues and friends such as Paul Keating, Ken Henry, Bernie Fraser, Martin Parkinson, Ian MacFarlane, Bob Joss and Don Watson.
Author Details Oliver Brown is an award-winning journalist with the London Telegraph whose work is often also syndicated to the Sydney Morning Herald , Vancouver Sun and New Zealand Herald . He lives in London.
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The story of a successful businessperson with a wide and interesting career and a colourful life story. The book also includes rare interviews with Australia’s political and financial leaders including figures who helped radically change the Australian economy. David Morgan is recognised as one of the leading figures in Australian financial circles – this story will have immense appeal to the financial press and those interested in the world of business and banking. David Morgan has strong links in political circles, being married to Roz Kelly and an advisor to Labor leaders. Marketing and publicity campaign on release with interviews and reviews across print, radio, TV and online media.
Kosciuszko: A Search For Young Australia Nick Brodie The disappearance of two young skiers on Mount Kosciuszko in 1928 is the jumping-off point for a history of Australia between the wars, in Kosciuszko: A Search For Young Australia
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Australia’s highest mountain, Mount Kosciuszko, is a dangerous place. Evan Hayes was an ordinary Australian battler. Hardworking, likable. Laurie Seaman was a world-wise American. Adventurous, affluent. When this athletic pair of crosscountry skiers disappeared into the wilds of Kosciuszko they left a mystery, and became a sensation. Following their trail, Kosciuszko reveals the story of a young Australia between wars told by one of Australia's leading historical voices. When Evan and Laurie went missing in August 1928, Australia’s Snowy Mountains were remote. Traversing the globe from New York’s Long Island to Siberia to Sydney and beyond Charlotte Pass, with shipboard romance and industrial strife along the way, this is the story of two very different people growing to manhood in a world of change. Accompanied by a diverse cast including motor car enthusiasts and aviators, bushmen and horsemen, trackers and journalists, this is the true story of a meeting of peoples and nations. This is history in a land of legend. From the world-famous to the nearly-forgotten, Kosciuszko is more than a mountain, it is a collective heritage, part of Australia’s sense of self. Evan and Laurie are guides to this vantage point, to a time and place that deserves to be better known. At Kosciuszko, Australians came together in peacetime. And they did so simply because two mates vanished.
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01 March 2019
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Paperback
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9781743794012
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Hardie Grant Books
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HG Local
Nick Brodie is a professional history nerd. He has a doctorate in late medieval vagrancy, worked as a field archaeologist, taught at university for a decade, and now writes a growing suite of acclaimed popular histories. Nick loves mysteries, lateral thinking, and books that are erudite and accessible. Covering the broad sweep of Australian history in 1787: The Lost Chapters of Australia's Beginnings ; Kin: A Real People's History of Our Nation , The Vandemonian War , and now Kosciuszko , Nick brings fresh angles to old tales.
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Nick Brodie is one of Australia's leading historians and is a fresh new voice writing popular Australian history Kosciuszko: A Search For Young Australia describes a fascinating part of Australian history, interspersed with the personal tales of two adventurers (one Australian, one American) providing a unique angle Nick's previous books Kin, 1787 and The Vandemonian War have each been critically acclaimed with Books+Publishing referring to his last book as one of the most "outstanding history books of the year" Marketing and publicity campaign on release with reviews, interviews and extracts across Australian media outlets (TV, radio, print, online) Nick Brodie to appear at major writers festivals in 2019 Nick Brodie also regularly appears on Stan Grant's Matter of Fact on ABC TV as a contributor
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Lost in Florence Nardia Plumridge Discover the chic, boutique and unique sides of Italy's Renaissance capital.
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Florence is renowned for its Renaissance art, yet this celebrated city is more than just a tourist hub for galleries filled with gilt-framed paintings. Go beyond the facade of the palazzi and instead take a turn down the cobblestone side streets to discover vintage stores housing designer names, restaurants offering farm-to-table dishes and boutique hotels in 16th-century buildings.
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Lost in Florence is the culmination of the author's popular blog by the same name and offers a comprehensive guide to the very best places to eat, drink, shop and explore in this magical Italian city. A series of itineraries mean you can get the most out of your visit, whether you have only a day or two or more, and daytrips to nearby places like Siena, Cinque Terre and the Chianti wine region are also included. Italians pride themselves on a quality of life – la dolce vita – and with this beautifully designed guidebook, you will discover those unique travel experiences beyond the tourist haunts.
Author Details Nardia Plumridge is a British freelance travel and lifestyle writer based in Italy. She regularly contributes to print and online publications in the UK, US and Australia with her work featured in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal , among others. She is also the Tuscan expert for Expedia and Olive magazine in the UK. Nardia’s love affair with Florence began as a teenage girl when she first visited the city aged 15. Since then, she has returned to Tuscany scores of times before relocating in 2012 and starting her blog Lost in Florence (www.lostinflorence.it). As a journalist, she combines her passion for the city and its people with the pursuit of 'la dolce vita'.
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01 March 2019
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Paperback
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AU$29.99 | NZ$32.99
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9781741176360
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Explore Australia
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Along with Sundays in Paris , Lost in Florence marks the start of a new travel series, Curious Travel Guides , that highlights the best of coffee, culture and good food from an insider's perspective. They are perfect for all kinds of travellers, including those who may only have the weekend to spend in the city. Monash University's Prato campus (for law exchange students) is very close to Florence and this guide is perfect for them. Detailed reviews of selected cafes, restaurants, wine bars, galleries, shops and palazzos. Sleek, contemporary design with beautiful images, and a luxe leather-like cover make this book a beautiful keepsake. Website generates 61,000 page views a month. Instagram: 25.1K followers (28% USA, 27% Italy). Further titles in this series due to be released in 2020: Berlin and Mexico City (January 2020), Copenhagen and Marrakesh (July 2020).
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ISBN
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NINE Florence is a city that delights the senses – from the tantalising tastes of trattorias, wood-fired oven pizza joints and mouthwatering gelato, to the fresh smells of its green spaces – the idyllic spots where you can breathe in scented air away from the city’s cobblestone streets. Beyond the artisan stores and iconic Florentine brands, you’ll find treasures at my favourite bustling markets, while Florence’s ancient lanes are buzzing with beauty salons, so you can enjoy a little pampering amid all that food and shopping. If you’re a nightowl, dive into Florence’s heady nightlife – from jazz clubs to storytelling evenings or see a sunset with a Spritz in hand. For shut-eye, seek a dreamy boutique sleepover under a fresco in a former palace. NINE features my list of the best Florence has to offer. –
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A P E RI T I VO Aperitivo is an institution in Florence, a time to meet friends and catch up over a drink or two come dusk. Essentially cocktail hour, many venues also offer small plates of food, an Italian custom to enjoy a light bite with your delectable drink of choice.
SE.STO Your visit to Florence won’t be complete without watching the Tuscan sunset, and where better than with cocktail in hand on the rooftop of five-star hotel, Westin Excelsior. With 180-degree panoramic views down the river Arno, it’s been wow-ing visitors with its jaw-dropping sunsets over the terracotta roofs of the city for years. Come for aperitivo hour when your stiff drink will come with a free buffet of fine food, enough for a meal, offered every evening from 7pm. Also see pXXX. Piazza Ognissanti 3 www.sestoonarno.com
Tamerò After a day exploring the Pitti Palace (see pXXX) or Boboli Gardens (see pXXX), discover nearby Tamerò. With graffiti-covered walls, DJs and live music, Tamerò is more than just a pasta bar. From within a converted former mechanics workshop, the bar serves classic drinks like Spritz with an accompanying buffet from 6.30pm of pasta, cous cous and salads. Tables spill onto Piazza Santo Spirito, the best seats in the summer months. Also see pXXX. Piazza Santo Spirito 11r www.tamero.it
Odean Bistro The Odeon is a classic 1930s theatre-style cinema that shows Englishlanguage films most days and its bistro-bar is an elegant boudoir space with velvet chairs, banquettes and dim lighting by Palazzo Strozzi (see p.XXX). For the price of your glass of wine or a cocktail, tuck into a buffet spread of fine meats, cheeses, panini, and hot food from 7pm before taking in the lastest film in the theatre next door. Piazza degli Strozzi 8r www.odeonbistro.it
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Aperitivo
Sabor Cubano
Sei Divino
A little slice of Havana in Florence, Sabor Cubano is a miniscule bar hidden in the arches opposite Florence’s Il Mercato Centrale (see p.XXX), offering a spicy drinks’ menu specialising in rum-based cocktails. Head barman Lopez makes classic margaritas complete with black Himalayan salt rim, or, try a zesty mojito infused with his freshly made juices like grapefruit or pomegranate. Via Sant'Antonino 64r www.saborcubanofirenze.com
With an extensive range of quality Italian wines, Neri Vignozzi pours glasses from 200 labels with 100 to taste by the glass in this cosy wine bar a block from the river Arno. The food menu changes daily, serving Aperigourmet, with quality cheeses, cold cuts and hot dishes freshly prepared by their inhouse chef. Also see p.XXX. Borgo Ognissanti 42r www.seidivinofirenze.it
Fusion Bar in Gallery Hotel Art
Move On This hip bar and record store is smack bang in the centre of Florence opposite the Duomo. The ground floor features a wood-panelled bar serving craft beers and a classic Italian food selection, while upstairs sift through rows of new records, reissues, second-hand vinyl, rare items, music books and accessories. Piazza San Giovanni 1r www.moveonfirenze.com
Pop by this hotel tucked in a quaint courtyard by Ponte Vecchio to peruse the latest exhibition, open to all, with David Lachapelle, Steven Klein and Andy Warhol featuring in the past. Ideal for a pre-dinner cocktail is the hotel’s Fusion Bar – try their Herbal Martini based in gin with 47 botanicals from India and drops of green Chartreuse, a liquor obtained from 130 different herbs, prepared by local monks. Vicolo dell'Oro 5 www.lungarnocollection.com
amblè
Le Volpi e l' Uva
Escape the hustle of Ponte Vecchio to this vintage shop-cum-bar in a quiet courtyard just a block north from the river Arno. amblè serves cocktails but that's not all – everything in store is on sale. Ask your bar man for his cocktail suggestions which change depending on the season. Or simply opt for a classic Spritz served in a jam jar along with amblé's home-baked bread fries. Also see pXXX. Chiasso dei del Bene www.amble.it
A favourite with foodies and locals alike, it specialises in small wine producers from Italy. Famed for its succulent crostone bread slices plus boards of cheeses, cured meats, and breads from small specialty local producers. Take a pew at the inside bar or at the few street-side tables to sample glasses of wine from local vineyards. Also see p.XXX. Piazza dei Rossi 1r www.levolpieluva.com
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PI Z ZA Wood-fired oven pizza, 72 hour slow-rise dough, Neapolitan and Tuscan toppings, eat yours like a local on church steps or a in converted car mechanics former workshop.
SUD Fresh fast food is what the upstairs food hall in Il Mercato Centrale (see p.XXX) is all about, and SUD whips up piping hot made-to-order Neapolitanstyle pizza from their wood-fired oven with only five select topping choices, the Margherita reigning pizza supreme in this foodie hub in San Lorenzo. Piazza del Mercato Centrale, San Lorenzo www.mercatocentrale.it
Gusta The Gusta brothers have brought their southern style pizza-making to Florence with a classic Italian-style joint popular with students and travellers, and you’ll often see queues by the dining room door before opening hours. It’s shared seating inside or make like the locals and take your pizza to the steps of the neighbouring church of Santo Spirito. Also see pXXX. Via Maggio 46r, Santo Spirito www.facebook.com/GustapizzaFirenze
Santarpia Named after the original pizzaiolo (pizza-maker) Giovanni Santarpia, (who was awarded the ‘Tre spicchi, the highest recognition by food guide, Gambero Rosso in 2018), Santarpia prides itself on its dough bases that have gently risen for 48 hours before being kneaded into your pizza. Want to be local? Try the Florentine lampredotto (tripe) topping or for a more classic experience their Margherita uses tomatoes from Vesuvius and buffalo mozzarella from Campania. Largo Pietro Annigoni 9c, Sant Ambrogio www.santarpia.biz
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Design Thread Kit Kemp Kit Kemp is back with another colourful and exciting interiors book that showcases her unique approach to design.
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For over 20 years, Kit Kemp has been at the forefront of the international design community, with her signature style that mixes contemporary elements with antiques and junk-shop finds, luxurious fabrics with bespoke wallpapers and hand-finished detailing with collections of simple objects that create impact. In Design Thread Kit shares the inspiration behind her creative decisions: whether it's a house in town, a Piede a Terre, hotel suite or beach bar, her unique design shines through. Kit considers every element of her interiors in detail and, as always, creates personal, handcrafted rooms by bending the rules and combining colour and wit.
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Alongside the stunning images of room sets and detailed close-ups will be the inspiration behind Kit's work, her design collaborations, hotels as well as her private residences. Interiors are meant for living in, and the key is to create a space that is comfortable, beautiful and reflects who you really are.
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01 March 2019
Award-winning interior designer Kit Kemp is known for her stylish and witty interiors. With her husband, Tim, she owns Firmdale, a group of luxury hotels in London and New York, including the Whitby Hotel, which opened in New York in 2017. She has collaborated with Anthropologie, Wedgwood dinnerware, Chelsea Textiles, Christopher Farr, and more to produce a range of products.
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Hardback
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AU$55.00 | NZ$60.00
ISBN
9781784881948
Publisher
Hardie Grant (UK)
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Hardie Grant (UK)
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NA
Category
Home Design
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305 x 225 mm
Extent
256pp
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Full colour photography throughout
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NA
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The third book from award-winning interior designer and bestselling author Kit Kemp. Kit is the co-owner and design director of Firmdale, a group of luxury hotels in London and New York, including the Ham Yard Hotel in Soho. Kit has collaborated with Wedgwood, Anthropologie, Christopher Farr and more to produce a range of fabric, bath and other products.
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Marketing and Publicity on release with extracts in key Interiors and Lifestyle media.
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Tokyo Stories A Japanese food tour Tim Anderson
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Tokyo is rightfully known around the world as one of the most exciting places to eat on the planet. From subterranean department store food halls to luxurious top-floor hotel restaurants, and all the noodle shops, sushi bars, and yakitori shacks in between, there may be no other city so thoroughly saturated with delicious food. Tokyo Stories is a journey through the boulevards and backstreets of Tokyo via recipes both iconic and unexpected. Chef Tim Anderson takes inspiration from the chefs, shopkeepers, and home cooks of Tokyo to showcase both traditional and cutting-edge takes on classic dishes like sushi, ramen, yakitori, and tempura. Also included are dishes that Tokyoites love to eat with origins from abroad, like Japanese interpretations of Korean barbecue, Italian pizza and pasta, French patisserie, and American burgers. Tim tackles his food tour of Tokyo from the ground up, with chapters broken down into: LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Tokyo on the Go (Department Store Basements, Subway Stations, and Convenience Stores); FIRST FLOOR: Tokyo Local (food traditional to Tokyo); SECOND FLOOR: Tokyo National (food traditional to Japan); THIRD FLOOR: Tokyo Global (Japanese food with an international twist) FOURTH FLOOR: Tokyo at Home (Japanese home cooking); and, FIFTH FLOOR: Tokyo Modern (experimental Japanese food found in high-end hotel bars). With Tim’s easy-to-follow recipes, this is make-at-home Japanese food, authentic yet achievable for the home chef – without cutting corners.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$39.99 | NZ$45.00
ISBN
9781784882297
Publisher
Hardie Grant (UK)
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Hardie Grant (UK)
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NA
Category
Food & Drink
Format
247 x 198 mm
Extent
256pp
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The real thrill of eating in Tokyo is in the sense of discovery – of adventurous curiosity rewarded. And that may come in the form of an unexpectedly good convenience store sandwich, an ‘oh my god’ sushi moment, or just the best damn bowl of ramen you’ve ever had. With Tokyo Stories you can explore Tokyo and discover its incredible food without leaving your home kitchen. Featuring over 90 recipes, all set to the backdrop of Tokyo location shots, this is essential for the Japanophile in your life. Author Details Tim Anderson is a chef, food writer, and MasterChef champion. Born and raised in Wisconsin, Tim studied Japanese food culture at university and lived in Japan for two years. After moving to London, he won MasterChef in 2011, which catapulted him into a position as one of the UK’s most prominent voices on Japanese food, American food, and craft beer. He has operated the pop-up Japanese restaurant Nanban since 2013, which has inspired a book, Nanban: Japanese Soul Food . Tim’s restaurant of the same name, opened in the heart of Brixton at the end of 2015, and has been widely supported by critics and customers alike.
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Tokyo continues to be a hot travel destination across the globe. This book is set to the backdrop of location shots of Tokyo, with a modern, cool design. Easy yet authentic Japanese recipes seem hard to come by, but this is Tim’s forte. Author of JapanEasy , Tim won Masterchef in the UK and also owns a Japanese restaurant called Nanban in London’s Brixton, he lives and breathes Japanese food. Publicity campaign on release.
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CURRY PAN
5F
MAKES 6 DONUTS
4F 3F 2F
If you saw something described on a London restaurant menu in 2018 as ‘katsu curry donut,’ you’d likely assume it’s either an über-trendy Shoreditch neo-fusion small plates joint, or a Greggs. Either way, it would be a rather novel thing. But in Tokyo, just such an item has been around for nearly a century. In 1927 a baker named Toyoharu Tanaka began selling filled and fried ‘Western bread,’ and it’s likely there that kare pan was born – a breadcrumbed and deepfried round of dough containing Japanese curry. Today, curry pan is ubiquitous – every conbini sells a decent basic version and they even appear in school lunches, but you can also get very nice ones made by either specialist bakers or curry restaurants. This is a pretty traditional version except for that the dough contains a lot of butter and eggs, so it’s almost like a brioche. The filling is a typical Japanese curry but you can change it up however you like with different veg, meat, or levels of spice. For the curry
15g butter ½ small onion, diced 10g plain flour 10g curry powder 1 tsp garam masala 120mL vegetable stock ½ carrot, peeled and diced 80g cauliflower, cut into small pieces 20g peas 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp ketchup hot chilli sauce, to taste (optional) 2 large eggs, beaten 250g strong white bread flour 50g plain flour 3g salt 15g caster sugar 80g butter, softened and cut into small pieces. For the dough
5g instant yeast 60mL lukewarm milk To assemble and serve
Dough Curry 1 egg, beaten with a splash of water or milk 40g panko vegetable oil, for deep-frying (about 1.5L)
METHOD
Melt the butter in a small saucepan and add the onion. Fry the onions until golden brown, then stir in the flour, curry powder, and garam masala. Cook the roux for a few minutes, stirring constantly, then add the stock and bring to the boil. Add the carrot, cauliflower, and peas, and cook until tender, stirring frequently to ensure the sauce doesn’t catch on the bottom of the pan. Stir in the soy sauce, ketchup, and chilli sauce, then remove from heat and chill thoroughly (it is best to make this the day before you need it).
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Stir together the yeast and milk until the yeast dissolves, then stir into the eggs. Place the flours, salt, and caster sugar in a mixing bowl (you can use an electric mixer with a dough hook for this, if you have one) and mix lightly, then add the liquid ingredients. Mix by hand or on a low speed for 2 minutes, then turn the speed up to medium and mix for another 7 minutes, or tip the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for the same amount of time. Add the butter and knead or mix for a further 5 minutes, until no chunks of butter remain and the dough is very smooth and soft. Wrap the dough in clingfilm and chill for at least 2 hours. Divide the dough into eight equal pieces and roll them into balls. Roll the balls out into rounds about 10cm across, then flatten out the edges a little bit (each round should be a little bit thicker at the centre. Place a big spoonful of curry in the centre of each round, then fold over and press the edges together firmly to seal the curry inside (make sure these are very tightly sealed – if they open up in the oil even a little bit, the curry will come gushing out and you’ll end up with hollow donuts with burnt edges). Crimp the sealed edges of each donut using a fold-and-roll motion like making a pasty, then turn the donuts onto a lightly oiled tray, sealed side down. Transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 1 hour. Place the panko on a tray or plate. Brush each donut with the egg wash, then roll through the panko. Cover the breadcrumbed donuts loosely in clingfilm and leave to prove in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until they have nearly doubled in size. Heat the oil to 160ºC and carefully lower the donuts into the oil, 2 or 3 at a time, sealed side down. After a few seconds, flip the donuts over so the seam is now at the top (this will help prevent them from over-inflating, which causes the bread to be too hollow). Fry for about 5 minutes, turning frequently, until they are golden brown. Leave to cool slightly before serving.
東 京 の ホ ー ム
Tokyo Local
5F
JAPANESE BREAKFAST
4F
MAKES ENOUGH FOR 5 BREAKFASTS
3F 2F 1F B1F B2F
Everytime I go to Japan, I come back dedicated to eat a Japanese breakfast every day. The resolution never lasts, but that’s not because it’s difficult. It’s because I’m kind of like a rat or other scavenger when it comes to breakfast – purely opportunistic, happy to eat whatever is available (hellooo, cold Domino’s) but also happy to not eat anything at all. A traditional Japanese breakfast, like Japanese lunch or dinner, is a delightful multi-dish feast, and so easy to enjoy when it’s laid out for you at a hotel or ryokan, but somewhat daunting if you have to make it yourself. But it’s very easy with a little advance planning – just have the different elements on hand, prepared at the beginnig of the week, and soon you’ll be chowing down on a Full Japanese every day. 5 tbsp miso 1 ½ tsp dashi powder 2 tsp white sesame seeds 1 spring onion, finely sliced 15g wakame 1 block (300-350g) silken tofu 250g rice 3 fillets salmon, cut into 5 equal portions salt 1 sheet nori, cut into 10 strips 5 eggs 5 portions natto (optional) xx quantity Japanese pickles
METHOD
First, make your own instant miso soup: mix together the miso, dashi powder, sesame seeds, spring onion, and wakame. Cut the tofu into 1cm cubes. Keep the miso mixture and the tofu in the fridge in separate containers. Cook the rice according to the instructions on page xx. Divide into five equal portions, wrap tightly in clingfilm, and refrigerate. Season the salmon liberally with salt and leave to absorb the seasoning for at least 1 hour – overnight is better. Grill on high heat until cooked through.
Cook the eggs hanjuku or onsen style. Hanjuku is sort of halfway between soft and hard boiled, mainly gooey in the middle but with a bit of set yolk. My method for perfect hanjuku eggs using medium eggs is to bring a pot of water to a rolling boil, then carefully lower in the eggs, and set a timer for 6 and a half minutes (for large eggs, cook them for 6 minutes and 50 seconds). When the timer is up, remove the eggs and transfer to a cold water bath to stop the cooking. Keep in the fridge until needed. For onsen eggs, use a water bath or immersion circulator to bring the water to 64ºC (you can also use a carefully-watched saucepan and a thermometer for this). Cook the eggs for one hour, then remove and chill. To serve, reheat the rice in the microwave. Place into bowls and top with the natto, if using. Place a spoonful of the miso soup mix into a bowl and add 150ml of boiling water, whisk, and then add the tofu. Serve the egg, salmon, nori, and pickles separately.
東 京 近 代 Tokyo modern
PIZZAMAN
5F
MAKES 6 BIG OR 8 LITTLE NIKUMAN
4F 3F
Pizzaman: a superhero of conbini, here to save you from hunger (and often, from getting too drunk). Apparently the Japanese are of the same mindset as the Americans when it comes to pizza, in the sense that they figure pizza is so delicious, everything should kind of be pizza. Case in point: pizzaman, a version of nikuman flavored with… pizza stuff. Cheese. Meat. Tomatoes. I mean honestly if you can’t get behind a steamed dumpling filled with pizza then there is just no hope for you.
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1 qty nikuman dough (see above) 1 tbsp olive oil 100g pork mince or Italian sausage meat 50g pepperoni salt and pepper 50g passata 20g parmesan cheese, grated a handful of basil leaves, torn (optional) 100g mozzarella cheese METHOD
Heat the olive oil in a pan and saute the pork mince, sausage, and/or pepperoni until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper and add the passata. Continue to cook until the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is thick and rich. Remove from heat and stir in the passata and parmesan. Leave to cool completely. Punch down the nikuman dough and divide it into 6 or 8 equal-sized balls. Roll the balls out into rounds about ½ cm thick, and place a spoonful of filling in the centre of each round. Place chunk of mozzarella on top of the filling, then gather the dough around the filling and pinch to seal. Line a steamer with parchment paper (wooden steamers are best, as they conduct less heat and will create softer dough) and place over boiling water. Steam smaller buns for 10 minutes and larger buns for 12 minutes. 東 京 の ホ ー ム Tokyo Local
5F
STRAWBERRY SANDO
4F
MAKES 4 HALF SANDOS
3F 2F 1F B1F B2F
Of all the ridiculous sandwiches to be found at a conbini, this one may be the most ridiculous. The strawberries and cream sandwich is a confusing thing to find in between the typical ham and tuna (is it… savory?), but it all makes perfect sense once you try it. Japanese white bread tends to be sweet and soft – and very bland – so when wrapped around strawberries and cream it simply becomes like a kind of cake. In fact, this looks an awful lot like a Victoria sponge, and it wouldn’t be out of place in an afternoon tea (see also: Afternoon Milk Tea, page xx). If you have a fruit sandwich craving (as we all do, of course) and strawberries aren’t in season, this will work well with any fruit with a similar texture – kiwi, mango, pineapple, and peaches are all delicious. 200mL whipping cream 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp sugar 4 slices soft, sweet, white bread (or you can use brioche, which is delicious, but not typical), crusts removed 18-20 strawberries (about 300g), halved METHOD
Whip the cream with the vanilla and sugar to very stiff peaks – it should be a firm, spreadable consistency. Spread it evenly onto each slice of bread. Arrange the strawberries on 2 slices of the bread, and close the sandwiches. Wrap in clingfilm and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes, then unwrap and slice diagonally.
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Subway Station Kiosks, Convenience Stores, and Vending Machines
Subway Station Kiosks, Convenience Stores, and Vending Machines
Dining In Alison Roman
The recipes in Dining In have one thing in common: they make even the most oven-phobic or restaurant-crazed person want to stay home and cook. Vegetable-forward but with an affinity for a mean steak and a deep regard for fresh fish, these recipes are all about building flavour and saving time. They prove that casual doesn’t have to mean boring, simple doesn’t have to be uninspired, and that more steps or ingredients don’t always translate to a better plate of food. With Alison Roman, dining in brings you just as much joy as eating out.
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01 March 2019
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Hardback
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AU$48.00 | NZ$50.00
ISBN
9781743795309
Alison Roman is a contributor at Bon Appétit. Formerly the Senior Food Editor at Bon Appétit and BuzzFeed, her work appears regularly in the New York Times and has been featured in GQ, Cherry Bombe and Lucky Peach. The author of Lemons, a Short Stack Edition, Alison has worked professionally in kitchens such as New York’s Momofuku Milk Bar and San Francisco’s Quince. A native of Los Angeles, she lives in Brooklyn.
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261 x 208 mm
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304pp
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Features simple 'highly cookable' recipes that are 'neither obnoxiously aspirational nor so obvious that you'd wonder why you bought this book, but fall somewhere delightfully in the middle ...' Full of quick techniques and advice that will make your life easier and your cooking better. Includes the recipe for the Salted butter and chocolate chunk shortbread that broke the internet. Alison Roman has 136k Instagram followers and more than 6k Twitter followers. In July she joined the New York Times as a regular columnist. Originally from Los Angeles, Alison lives in Brooklyn where she tries to eat pizza for every meal, sometimes successfully. A unique, edgy new voice in food writing.
DINING IN Highly Cookable Recipes
ALISON ROMAN
THE PANTRY Try as I might, I am not the keeper of a well-organised kitchen. My ingredients
are not stored in antique Ball jars, and they’re certainly not arranged alphabetically, by colour, or even by size. A can or packet of something spills out of my cabinet nearly every time I open it, and my Ikea metro shelf is bursting with half-filled plastic bags from the bulk bins at Whole Foods. Maybe one day all of this will change, but I don’t count on it. I have no system, and that is my system. Among the chaos are the things I can’t imagine cooking without: the tin of tomatoes hiding behind the bottle of apple cider vinegar, my box of flaky sea salt precariously perched on top of a very small jar of capers. These staples most influence my food; they are the ingredients that make me a better cook, organised or not. The pantry list is not a mandate, but if you have most of these things, it’ll make cooking the recipes in this book much easier. I also respect that certain things aren’t for everyone. You might buy a tin of anchovies and write an angry letter asking me to refund your $8.99. Or they might change the way you make tomato sauce and roast a chicken, and you’ll heap mountains of praise onto me for suggesting you give them a try. I’m hoping for the latter, but if not, you know where to find me. While some of these ingredients might be unfamiliar, nearly everything on this list can be found at a regular grocery store in any major city. For everything else, there’s the internet. 13
Fresh Breadcrumbs There are plenty of things out there that call themselves ‘breadcrumbs’, but often what you’re purchasing resembles the sawdust on a dive bar floor more than anything that came from a crusty loaf of bread. More powder than crumb, they are hardly deserving of the name. Proper breadcrumbs do not get soggy and turn to mush when doused with olive oil or melted butter (and you must douse them). When toasted or browned, they offer rich, dimensional texture with mind-blowing crunch. Think of the perfect breadcrumb size as very, very small croutons. Now, doesn’t that sound delightful? Sure does. The good news about the impending hassle of dragging your food processor out to make these is that it’s literally the most complicated part of the whole ordeal. Make a large batch, store them in ziplock bags and freeze them until the next time you’re in need (they’ll keep up to a month if well sealed). Start with a loaf (or two) of some delicious-looking crusty bread, such as sourdough or ciabatta – even baguettes work. I prefer using fresh
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bread, since it’s softer and easier to break down in the food processor, but day-old or just-stale bread works, too. Cut the bread into 2.5–5 cm (1–2 in) cubes; I leave the crust on, unless the crust is very dark. Fill the food processor about halfway with the bread cubes and pulse until you’ve got really small, tiny pieces of bread (future breadcrumbs!). Pick out any large pieces that didn’t quite get the memo to break down and place your breadcrumbs in a bowl if you’re using them right away, or in a large ziplock bag to freeze them plain for later use (such as for the trout on page 191). Repeat until you’ve used all the bread. These breadcrumbs are called ‘fresh’ because they are not dried. Fresh bread is porous and spongelike, primed to absorb fat in a way that dry breadcrumbs cannot, and if they aren’t absorbing the fat, what’s the point? (Yes, sometimes fresh breadcrumbs get toasted, but those are a different thing than ‘dried’ breadcrumbs, which are just fresh breadcrumbs that are left out to dry.)
Toasty, Garlicky Salty Anchovy Breadcrumbs Breadcrumbs Makes 200 g (7 oz/2 cups)
Makes 200 g (7 oz/2 cups)
Spicy, Herby Breadcrumbs
While Fresh Breadcrumbs are a blank slate, these are prepared breadcrumbs – a complete situation, ready to go, waiting to be sprinkled over a leafy salad like the perfect little croutons they are, folded into cheesy pasta, or scattered on top of a carved roasted chicken for additional crunch. This basic version features garlic, but there are lots of ways to customise your breadcrumb experience by sautéing something along with the bread as it toasts (anchovies, dried chillies, grated cheese), or adding it after they’ve been toasted (lemon zest, fresh herbs).
When you need a salty, punchy crumb to stand up to aggressive salads, like the radicchio salad on page 79, or to liven up otherwise simple roasted vegetables, especially brassicas like cauliflower or broccoli, look no further than these breadcrumbs. Don’t worry about chopping up the anchovies; they’ll dissolve right into the olive oil, just like magic. Use more or fewer anchovies, depending on the kind you’re using and how much you love the little guys.
Sometimes those long-braised pots of meat or almost-too-tender stews need not only a little texture, but also a little herby freshness and maybe a bit of heat – enter Spicy, Herby Breadcrumbs, which do both wonderfully. Parsley is used as a lion’s share of the herbage here, adding most of the freshness and a vibrant green colour, but for extra flavour, feel free to mix it up, depending on what you’re making. Finishing roasted spring vegetables? Go tarragon. Looking for something to sprinkle onto a bowl of beef stew? Maybe choose thyme.
60 ml (2 fl oz/¼ cup) olive oil 160 g (5½ oz/2 cups) Fresh Breadcrumbs (opposite) kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring pretty frequently, until the breadcrumbs start to turn golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and toss to coat. Continue cooking and tossing until the breadcrumbs are a deep golden brown and crisped, another 2–3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool before using. DO AHEAD: These breadcrumbs can be made 5 days ahead and refrigerated. Rewarm them in a skillet before using.
60 ml (2 fl oz/¼ cup) olive oil 6 anchovy fillets 160 g (5½ oz/2 cups) Fresh Breadcrumbs (opposite), or panko breadcrumbs kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the anchovies and, using a wooden spoon or spatula, move them around in the oil until they’ve dissolved into a delicious paste; this will happen almost immediately. Add the breadcrumbs and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring pretty frequently, until the breadcrumbs start to turn golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and toss to coat. Continue cooking and tossing until the breadcrumbs are a deep golden brown and crisped, another 2–3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool before using. DO AHEAD: These breadcrumbs can be made 2 days ahead and refrigerated. Rewarm them in a skillet before using.
Makes 200 g (7 oz/2 cups)
60 ml (2 fl oz/¼ cup) olive oil 160 g (5½ oz/2 cups) Fresh Breadcrumbs (opposite) 1 teaspoon aleppo pepper, or ½ teaspoon crushed chilli flakes kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 15 g (½ oz/¼ cup) finely chopped parsley leaves and stems 2 tablespoons finely chopped herbs, such as thyme, oregano, marjoram and/or sage
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and aleppo pepper and season with salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring pretty frequently, until the breadcrumbs are a deep golden brown and crisped, 5–7 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the parsley and other herbs. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool before using. DO AHEAD: These breadcrumbs can be made 5 days ahead without the herbs and refrigerated. Rewarm them in a skillet, then stir in the parsley and other herbs before using.
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When I was about seven or eight, I had a thing for supermarket shoplifting. Not toys, books or magazines from the back of those interior aisles, but vegetables. I’d walk down the produce aisle, grabbing little fistfuls of whatever small treasures were left out in the open, vulnerable little pods of snap peas and green beans, sprouts and peanuts, waiting to be plucked from their bins and stuffed into my pockets. We’d check out and I was sure that the cashier knew, her eyes scanning the insides of my jacket for stowaways. The anxiety I suffered walking out of those grocery stores, wondering if I’d get caught, was all worth it for those few blissful bites of raw, unwashed vegetables. Nobody ever called the police, but my mom did eventually figure out where all those stray bean sprouts were coming from. All this is to say that I really, really love vegetables. And I have a stealing problem. Just kidding – I grew out of that. The greener and leafier the vegetable the better, although spicy radishes will always be my number one (especially tossed with butter, as seen on page 58), and I’d never kick caramelised pumpkin out of bed (especially topped with coconut gremolata, as on page 48). When cooking vegetables, I’m rarely inclined to mix and match. I find throwing everything that’s in season together into one dish overwhelming, and not necessarily more delicious. Letting one or two vegetables speak for themselves is infinitely more interesting to me, a better opportunity to get to know them and all their quirks a little bit better. Raw, roasted or, better yet, raw and roasted – one vegetable two different ways can be as dynamic and fabulous as five vegetables. They are my favourite little shapeshifters, often the most important item on my table for any given meal. 31
Fried Eggplant with Harissa and Dill Serves 4
4 garlic cloves, finely grated 2 tablespoons harissa 1 tablespoon tomato paste (concentrated purée) ½ teaspoon ground cumin 3 tablespoons white vinegar kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 250 ml (8½ fl oz/1 cup) olive oil 1 large eggplant (aubergine), sliced into 1 cm (½ in) thick rounds 3 tablespoons roughly chopped dill
Eggplant can be fried and marinated 5 days ahead and refrigerated. DO AHEAD:
There is a falafel spot near my apartment in Brooklyn that pretty much sustains me when I just can’t cook another thing, but I rarely go there for the falafel. I’m really there for the Eggplant à la Yaffa, a nod to the owner’s grandmother. It’s fried, spiced, garlicky, tangy and so delicious that I dream of it nearly every day. I eat it on toast, with eggs, over hummus, chopped up in salads, as a side for literally anything, and, probably most frequently, by itself, right out of the container. This habit, as you can imagine, became slightly expensive, so I tried making my own. Despite being a frequent and loyal customer, the guys at the restaurant would never tell me what goes into it, and since I’ve never met Yaffa, I’m not sure how close I am to the original, but I’d like to think they’d all approve. 1 Combine the garlic, harissa, tomato paste, cumin, vinegar and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper and set aside. 2 Heat 125 ml (4 fl oz/½ cup) of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium–high heat. Working in batches (all the slices will not fit at once), fry the eggplant until golden brown on both sides, 5–8 minutes. Transfer the eggplant to a plate lined with paper towel to absorb any excess oil; season it with salt. Repeat with the remaining eggplant, adding more olive oil to the pan as needed (and you’ll need it). 3 After the last round of eggplant is finished frying and most of the oil has been absorbed, add the harissa mixture to the skillet (it’ll bubble and sizzle a bit, so stand back) and remove the pan from the heat. Add the rest of the previously fried eggplant to the skillet and toss everything to coat in the harissa mixture. Scatter the dill over the top and serve.
Eggplant: A Delicious, Complicated Ingredient
This vegetable has a complicated history, with a lot of he said/she said about whether to salt it before cooking. Most of what made eggplants super bitter has been, for better or for worse, bred out of the common varieties. I don’t salt my eggplant,
and I don’t think you need to either. The best eggplant preparations involve grilling, roasting or frying in plenty of fat. These little babies are basically like a giant sponge, and you gotta treat them right by dousing them in a luxurious amount of olive oil.
Regardless of how you make eggplant, it may seem like you’re adding an excessive amount of oil, and sure, maybe it is, but it’s excessive and necessary, and you’ll be rewarded with superlative eggplant, ready to dress with garlicky walnuts (page 68) or douse in vinegary harissa.
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The Little Book of Motherhood Wisdom | Love | Family Alison Davies
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A celebration of mothers everywhere. "A mother’s arms are made of tenderness and children sleep soundly in them." – Victor Hugo
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Dictionary definition of ‘motherhood’ • the state of being a mother • the qualities or spirit of a mother • mothers collectively
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The Origin of ‘Motherhood’ The word was first recorded between 1375–1425, and comes from the Middle English word moderhed.
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The Little Book of Luck Success | Prosperity | Fortune Alison Davies
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Down on your luck? Give up searching for that four-leaf clover and let The Little Book of Luck guide you to success.
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Diary of an 8-bit Warrior (Book 6): Forging Destiny An Unofficial Minecraft Adventure Cube Kid Book 6 of the very popular Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior series of the journal of a young Minecraft villager who dares to dream of becoming a Minecraft warrior! This is the sixth book in the unofficial Minecraft adventure books, and everyone's favourite 12-year-old villagerturned-warrior is back, this time to use his warrior training on a new quest.
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SATURDAY—UPDATE XXII
movement inside. But first we headed to the square with our new
allies. There, we saw each other off. Owl’s Reach, it was dark and cold.
By the time we hit
A chilly wind blew through the streets. The place would have seemed
abandoned if not for those few scurrying here and there. Even so, most of the shops were still open. Their windows, glowing cheerfully in the
gloom, flickered every now and then when there was
“Take care out there.”
“Breeze. Runt. It’s . . . been real. Stay safe.”
I watched them go, wishing we’d said more than simple
goodbyes—wishing we’d never had to say goodbye at all. But they had their quest, and we had ours. Wind gnawing at our backs, the two representatives of Team Runt walked straight to that blacksmith. Or is it Team
Breeze after today . . . ?
The blacksmith gave me 750 emeralds for the glowmoss, as promised. We traded the loot for another ♦3,572. That was unusual, I think, because it was mostly Urf’s stuff, not the boss loot. Breeze and I felt it’d be a good idea to give those items to our friends back home. Souvenirs from our first little tour of the Overworld. And if you were wondering, yes, Breeze insisted on keeping that
dumb stick.
We went to the Quill & Feather right after the blacksmith. After we sauntered in, I looked Feathers straight in the eye and
slammed ♦2,500 onto her light-blue carpet counter. “I’ll take an “Thanks again. Couldn’t have done it without you.” 4
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“Good luck o n your quest. Be su to visit us, ’k re ay?”
advvvvvaeon forge.” (Not a spelling error. I began to say “advanced crafting table” then smoothly transitioned to the item’s real name. Because I’m as smooth as an ice block on a warm, sunny day.) 5
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“That was quick,” she said. “You must have found a quest.” After glancing downward, and eyeing Breeze with a knowing smile, she added: “And by the looks of it, I’d say your
quest went rather well.”
Huh?! What’d she mean by that?! And why does she keep staring at our hands?! Only then did I realize that Breeze and I were . . . uh . . . holding
hands.
or blemish, the diamond emblems adorning its sides showing no sign
of wear. I handed it to Breeze, who began carefully inspecting it like the
neophyte historian she was. “Will that be all?” Feathers asked.
Like this thing isn’t enough! I thought. I gave her a nod. As Feathers opened her mouth to deliver what I guessed was that
standard shopkeeper line, I beat her to the punch, saying it loud
Well, the wind was freezing tonight. It even felt cold indoors. So her hands must have gotten cold. These northern biomes, you see . . .
all wrong,” I said. “She’s not my—” Breeze interrupted me with a smile. “Our quest did go well, but “You’ve got it
we’re rather exhausted, so if we could just get that forge . . .”
and fast: “
PLEASURE DOIN’
BUSINESS WITH YA.” (Boom! She
didn’t know what to say to that! Only closed her mouth and slowly blinked. When it comes to dealing with these shopkeepers, I’m a pro.)
“I’ll be right back.” A minute later, I was holding a
crafted only yesterday: shiny, its gray surfaces without a single scratch
cube of raw and
unimaginable power. It was warm to the touch, and its emerald-
After I pocketed the forge, Breeze dragged me outside by the hand.
and-diamond grid pulsed softly. I found it hard to believe that this
“The mayor will be thrilled,” she
item was thousands of years old. It looked as though it had been
said, as we both approached her horse.
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“You don’t think he’ll be mad at me for taking off without speaking to him first?” “No, I don’t think so. Once he sees what you’re carrying, I’m sure he’ll lighten up. My
father, too.”
When we arrived at the Enchanted
Dragon, Breeze took Shybiss to
the stable out back. A few seconds after she left, I heard a loud knocking. This was
“Yeah. You’re right.”
followed by a
I felt such a relief.
My mission was complete.
shout. It was coming from the other side of the building.
So hands in my pockets inventory, I took a little stroll in that direction.
All we had to do was hop into Shybiss’s saddle and head back
This side of the inn, opposite the stable, had a small building
home. Well, maybe not right away: It was getting late, and we had more
attached, with its own door. It must have been a side entrance used
than enough emeralds to spare for another night at that inn. If we
by the cooks and other staff. When I rounded the corner, the door was
because, like I learned today, you can never have too many ways to
wide open, and the innkeeper stood just outside with a waitress. “I thought I told you not to come back!” the innkeeper bellowed. “Please,” the waitress said. “I really need the work. Just give me
keep up your health.
one more chance.”
wanted, we even had enough to buy a
second horse in the morning,
a breakfast fit for a king, and about one hundred healing potions—
I mentioned my plan to Breeze, who added taking another
hot
bath to the list. So with the forge tucked safely away in my inventory, we set out for a warm room, a warmer dinner, and a sound night’s
“I’ve already given you plenty! How many times did you show up late? Often dirty, no less! Just
“I’m sorry, sir. I’ve been . . . working a second job. I need help,”
sleep. Shybiss was also exhausted by now, and the way she puffed
she pleaded, voice trembling
with huge frozen breaths resembled a
again. I promise.”
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redstone steam engine.
as you are now!”
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“Enough! I’ve already hired someone else. And before you seek
work elsewhere, little lady, I suggest you learn the difference between a stormberry roll and an enderpuff cake!” The portly innkeeper stormed inside and slammed the heavy door in her face. The waitress slowly turned around, head lowered and slight shoulders sagging. She jumped upon noticing me. Her golden hair was tangled and damp, and her uniform (one
of the many elaborate and official outfits worn by servants in the Overworld’s larger cities) was disheveled beyond belief. Her expression was in the same condition. It could only be described as worn. Exhausted, worried, and full of doubt. Looking at her, I couldn’t imagine she’d spent the previous night anywhere except
out on the street. With a slight shiver, she made her way toward the front of the inn,
ignoring me as she did. But she didn’t make it. As though dizzy, she stumbled and tripped on a crack in the mossy cobblestone path,
That was it. She
where she fell to her knees with a gasp. She struggled to pick herself up.
“What happened to her?” Breeze asked. She was right beside me
“Hey . . . are you . . . are you okay?” I asked. “I . . . feel kinda . . .” 10
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collapsed to the ground.
now—I hadn’t even heard her approach. “I think she’s sick.” 11
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The poor girl now appeared to be unconscious, mumbling
something about a quest. As I studied her, I felt more and more as though I’d seen her
before.
famous for her bravery, compassion, honor, discipline, and skill. A girl quite
A girl praised for graduating at the top of her class.
That hair . . . and that voice! No . . . how is this . . .
A girl who hailed from Villagetown.
A girl known as Ophelia.
Breeze crouched down beside her. “That’s strange. Looks like she recently killed a slime.” She pointed to one section of the girl’s tunic.
A dark green patch. The dried ichor of a
slime. “What was a
waitress doing fighting . . .” Breeze suddenly
froze when she realized who it was.
I’d already recognized her. The color must have drained from my face. I opened my mouth, but I couldn’t make a sound. Of course, we could have identified her earlier using Analyze, but we’ve only had this ability for less than a day, so using it isn’t instinctual yet. When we did look up, it only confirmed what we already knew. This was a girl who shouldn’t have been here, let alone in those clothes or this pitiful state. 12
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Child of the Moon Jessica Semaan An illustrated collection of poetry about one woman's resilience in the face of trauma and mental illness. After a suicide attempt derailed the seemingly perfect life of Bay-area writer and entrepreneur Jessica Semaan, she checked herself into a mental hospital in her home country of Lebanon. There, she turned to poetry and creative writing to make sense of the trauma from war and domestic violence that had engulfed her childhood. The result is this powerful collection reflecting on darkness, shame, despair, and the unconditional self-love that leads to healing.
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01 March 2019
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Paperback
Born and raised in Lebanon, writer Jessica Semaan moved to the US at age 24 to attend Stanford Business School. After a successful stint at Airbnb, Jessica founded The Passion Co.: a five-week program that helps people develop their passions. Now a resident of both San Francisco and Beirut, Jessica spends most of her time contributing to Medium , where she's a top writer in the categories of life, love, psychology, and poetry. Also a part-time instructor at Stanford Design School and a cofounder of 11 Empowered – a non-profit that supports organisations in developing countries focused on empowering girls and women – Jessica is currently pursuing a master's degree in interpersonal psychotherapy.
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9781449494483
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AMP
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Andrews McMeel Books
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Poetry
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TBC
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Full colour illustrations
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Though its subject matter is dark, the book has an ultimately uplifting message; Strong appeal for fans of poetry as well as the huge number of young people who are struggling with mental illness or trauma recovery Jessica’s work first appeared on Medium, where she was handpicked to be a part of their “Noteworthy” series. She has also written for or been covered by Huffington Post, Marie Claire, Forbes, and Business Insider.
contents introduction ix
Blood Moon 1
Half Moon 25
New Moon 59
Flower Moon 135 acknowledgments 179 about the author 181
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When I dance, I dance with you When I sing, I sing for you When I write, I write to you When I breathe, I breathe through you To the women that sweat, cried, bled for me I dedicate this ink to you
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You are a child of the moon if They bullied you They invaded your body and stole your safety They neglected you, your emotions, and your needs They oppressed your talents, your voice, your sexuality, your freedom They abused you verbally They abused you physically They were not there when you needed them to protect you They denied your emotions, no matter how big or small they were They ignored your triumphs and little wins They punished you for being vulnerable They reminded you of your mistakes and shamed you for them They stole or destroyed your home
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Dreams, while writing this book Sitting in a room with hundreds of people, trying to give them the book, they each refuse No one will read it Mother transcribing my book in a journal yelling, crying, and damning me What will my family say? Trying to write, my fingers melting What if I can’t write it?
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Empty Bottles Full of Stories r.h. Sin and Robert M Drake A joint poetry collection from the virally popular and bestselling poets r.h. Sin and Robert M. Drake. What are you hiding behind your smile? If those empty bottles that line the walls of your room could speak, what tales would they spill? So much of your truth is buried beneath the lies you tell yourself. There’s a need to scream to the moon; there’s this urge to go out into the darkness of the night to purge. There are so many stories living inside your soul, you just want the opportunity to tell them. And when you can’t find the will to express what lives within your heart, these words will give you peace. These words will set you free.
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01 March 2019
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Paperback
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AU$29.99 | NZ$32.99
ISBN
9781449496470
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AMP
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Andrews McMeel Books
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NA
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Poetry
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179 x 127 mm
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240pp
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Born in New Brunswick, N.J., and later moving to Florida, r.h. Sin comes from a place where a life of pain is the norm and destruction is a constant. Through an early love for reading and writing, r.h. Sin was able to pull away from some of the social distractions that plagued so many of his peers. After returning to the Northeast and moving to New York in pursuit of love, the young modern poet found that and much more. Robert M. Drake is an American author known for his bestselling books Beautiful Chaos and Black Butterfly, among others. He is also a social media phenomenon and a self-acclaimed street artist; you can see his work in all major cities across the United States.
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Unique: Both Sin and Drake have specific, different styles of writing, which makes this poetry collection and collaboration all the more special and unique. Relevant: Both Sin and Drake have had tremendous success separately – this collaboration will bring both authors even more into the poetry spotlight as it is a unique collaboration between two prominent writers. Huge Cross-over Audience: This collaboration presents an opportunity for fans of Drake and Sin as both authors appeal to a very large readership of poetry.
The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook Expert Advice for Extreme Situations David Borgenicht and Joshua Piven
Things certainly don't seem to be getting better. On the 20th anniversary of its original edition - and needed now more than ever - the authors and experts behind the internationally bestselling Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook are back with a NEW edition to deliver crucial advice and guide readers through anxious and uncertain times bringing all of the must-know information from the original up-to-the-moment and adding half again as many new scenarios for 21st century perils.
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01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$29.99
ISBN
9781452172187
Publisher
Chronicle Books
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Chronicle Adult
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NA
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Reference
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178 x 140 mm
Extent
256pp
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Two color throughout, existing illustrations plus 1015 new
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NA
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Fully revised, updated, and streamlined, the core advice of the original book is as clear as present as the enduring dangers it addresses (quick-sand, shark attacks, the need to perform a sudden tracheotomy, or jump from a moving car…) Added to this must-know info are 20 all-new scenarios for 21st century threats, technological (how to evade a drone), sociological (how to determine "fake news") and environmental (how to escape a sinkhole). All packed in a sturdy hardcover handbook, here's the emergency instruction readers need now to be prepared for the worst.
Author Details David Borgenicht is the author and creator of the Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook series, which has sold 10 million copies worldwide and been translated into 26 languages. In addition to the internationally bestselling book series, WCS has formed the basis for board and card games, a TV series, a wide range of ancillary products, and several series of books for younger readers.
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For an anxious generation: The first WCS found a huge boost and became a pop culture phenomenon in part coming on the eve of Millennium anxiety. The world sure seems an anxious place now again and for the foreseeable future. A perennial series: Though we've presented the original core material in new packages a few times (successfully!), this envisions a still-more fresh presentation plus a substantial expansion and NEW spin. All entries from the original book have been reviewed anew by survival experts and updated and expanded where needed. The entire text has also been further streamlined for deliver crucial advice faster and in a more modern style: fewer words, faster info. New backmatter collects survival advice basics for various outdoor environments that had been scattered across the series here. 20 NEW entries (in comparison with the 40 original entries – a 50% expansion) deal with 21st century scenarios, these are technological (drones, navigate w/o GPS), sociological (how to tell if someone's lying to you /determine source credibility), and environmental (sinkholes, extreme weather). These feature 1,015 new illustrations.
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If the animal is foaming or appears to have a locked jaw, stay away.
There are two type of rabies: “furious” rabies and “dumb”rabies. Animals with the former are hostile, may snap and bite, and have an increase in saliva, which makes their mouths appear to be foaming. Animals with the latter (also called paralytic rabies) are timid and shy, and may have paralysis of the lower jaw and muscles. 3
If you are bitten by any animal, immediately wash the bite out with soap and running warm water.
The wound can also be treated with an antiseptic such as hydrogen peroxide or an antibiotic ointment. Dress the wound with a sterile cloth or bandage, and put pressure on the wound to stop bleeding. Get professional medical attention as soon as possible.
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CHAPTER 1: ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
Call animal control authorities to report the incident.
Describe the animal and where you were when you recieved the bite so that they can try to catch the animal. Tests will determine if the animal has rabies. Without the animal to test, the medical treatment may mean painful injections, since health providers will have to assume the animal had rabies. Do not try to catch the animal yoursel.
Watch out for raccoons, skunks, and bats.
All warm-blooded animals can carry rabies, but the disease is most common among these animals. Coyotes, foxes, and larger rodents, such as groundhogs, can also carry rabies. It is rare among mice, squirrels, chipmunks, guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, rats, and other small rodents. 2
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HOW TO SPOT A RABID ANIMAL AND ESCAPE FROM IT
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Monitor your health.
Early symptoms of rabies include mental depressions, restlessness, and abnormal sensations such as itching around the site of the bite, headache, fever, tiredness, nausea, sore throat, or loss of appetite. Other early symptoms include muscle stiffness, dilation of pupils, increased production of saliva, and unusual sensitivity to sound, light, and changes of temperature. Symptoms usually develop within two to eight weeks after infection. The more severe the bite, the sooner the onset of symptoms. Be Aware Generally, you will know if a wild animal has bitten you. However, bat bites can be small and may not be felt. A bat that is active by day, that is found in a place where bats are not usually seen, or that is unable to fly is far more likey to be rabid.
CHAPTER 1: ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
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If the animal is foaming or appears to have a locked jaw, stay away. There are two type of rabies: “furious” rabies and “dumb”rabies. Animals with the former are hostile, may snap and bite, and have an increase in saliva, which makes their mouths appear to be foaming. Animals with the latter (also called paralytic rabies) are timid and shy, and may have paralysis of the lower jaw and muscles.
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If you are bitten by any animal, immediately wash the bite out with soap and running warm water. The wound can also be treated with an antiseptic such as hydrogen peroxide or an antibiotic ointment. Dress the wound with a sterile cloth or bandage, and put pressure on the wound to stop bleeding. Get professional medical attention as soon as possible.
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CHAPTER 1: ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
Call animal control authorities to report the incident.
Describe the animal and where you were when you recieved the bite so that they can try to catch the animal. Tests will determine if the animal has rabies. Without the animal to test, the medical treatment may mean painful injections, since health providers will have to assume the animal had rabies. Do not try to catch the animal yoursel.
Watch out for raccoons, skunks, and bats. All warm-blooded animals can carry rabies, but the disease is most common among these animals. Coyotes, foxes, and larger rodents, such as groundhogs, can also carry rabies. It is rare among mice, squirrels, chipmunks, guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, rats, and other small rodents.
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: D D TE E N H IZ IO IG R T R HO BU PY T I O U TR C T A IS O D N R FO
HOW TO SPOT A RABID ANIMAL AND ESCAPE FROM IT
5
Monitor your health. Early symptoms of rabies include mental depressions, restlessness, and abnormal sensations such as itching around the site of the bite, headache, fever, tiredness, nausea, sore throat, or loss of appetite. Other early symptoms include muscle stiffness, dilation of pupils, increased production of saliva, and unusual sensitivity to sound, light, and changes of temperature. Symptoms usually develop within two to eight weeks after infection. The more severe the bite, the sooner the onset of symptoms. Be Aware Generally, you will know if a wild animal has bitten you. However, bat bites can be small and may not be felt. A bat that is active by day, that is found in a place where bats are not usually seen, or that is unable to fly is far more likey to be rabid.
CHAPTER 1: ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
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Where's the Bunny? An Eggs-cellent Search-and-Find Book Chuck Whelon MISSING CHOCOLATE EGG ALERT! Hop to it and help Bunny find these tasty treasures.
C OV E R
Easter is approaching fast. In Easterland, the busy bunnies are holed up in their workshop decorating chocolate eggs. They can’t wait to fill their baskets with these tasty treasures and deliver them to children around the world. But disaster strikes – a whole batch have fallen down the rabbit hole and landed in Fairyland. Without them, they won’t be able to deliver all the eggs on time. From searching under the sea with the Little Mermaid to scouring the Giant’s castle at the top of the beanstalk with Jack, this Fairyland hunt is a magical search-and-find adventure.
DRAF T
This seasonal puzzle challenge will take children on an enchanting journey through their favourite fairy tales and test their spotting skills as they try to find Bunny, 10 chocolate eggs and a chirping chick or two.
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01 March 2019
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Paperback
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AU$14.99 | NZ$17.99
ISBN
9781780555997
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Michael O'Mara Books
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Buster Books
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NA
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Child Non Fiction
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280 x 216 mm
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48pp
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Full colour illustrations throughout
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4 and up
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Chuck Whelon is an artist and author who creates original comics, games, puzzles and books for readers of all ages. He lives in San Francisco, C A. Find him on Twitter @chuckwhelon
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Seasonal puzzle challenge as children test their spotting skills as they try to find Bunny, 10 chocolate eggs and a chirping chick or two. Takes children on a enchanting journey through 13 spreads of their favourite fairy tales (including Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, Aladdin, Princess and the Pea, Pied Piper of Hamelin, Sleeping Beauty, Pinocchio, The Little Mermaid, The Frog Prince, and Jack and the Beanstalk). The adventure finishes in 'EasterLand', a beautiful spring garden filled with flowers, a chocolate river, and features the workshop where all the magic happens. Illustrated by Chuck Whelon, illustrator of Buster's The Great Fairy Tale Search, Where's the Penguin? (Amazon Best Seller, UK Sales: 21,302), and Where's the Elf?; and from the Publisher's of the best selling title Where's the Unicorn? (206,312 copies sold so far) Suitable for children of all ages (4+)
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Cinderella Cinderella has lost her glass slipper at the ball. She's in a rush to get to the golden carriage before the clock strikes midnight and the spell is broken. There’s no time to help Cinderella, though, as the Easter Bunny must hop to it and find the missing eggs. Can you find the Easter Bunny and ten eggs?
Hansel and Gretel Hansel and Gretel have stumbled upon a gingerbread house covered in sweets. The Easter Bunny must be careful not to take the wrong treats by mistake. The witch in the window doesn’t look very forgiving ... Can you find the Easter Bunny and ten eggs?
Snow White Snow White is serving up a delicious dinner for the seven dwarfs. The eggs need to be found quickly otherwise the dwarfs will gobble them up for dessert! Can you find the Easter Bunny and ten eggs?
The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid and the Sea King have an abundance of gold and pearls hidden under the sea. There’s no time to stop and admire them – the Easter Bunny has enough sunken treasure to search for. Can you find the Easter Bunny and ten eggs?
New Kitchen Basics 120 recipes, 10 essential ingredients – revolutionise the way you cook, every day Claire Thomson
C OV E R
The essential kitchen cookbook – 120 new recipes using our 10 favourite supermarket ingredients.
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Most of us buy the same ingredients week in, week out, and cook the same old recipes. Cookery writer Claire Thomson wants to encourage people to ditch the boring chicken stir-fry, the all-too-predictable spag bol and dreary fish pie, and enliven their cooking and eating. Claire takes our 10 favourite supermarket ingredients and reinvents them as modern classics. With sections on chicken, tomatoes, eggs, cheese, minced meat, pasta, potatoes, salad, lemon and chocolate, each chapter covers the basics about that ingredient, then offers 12 recipes using each in ways that will brighten up mealtimes. Claire's cooking is simple yet imaginative, and her kitchen expertise and knowledge of flavour combinations mean that these dishes will become your new standby meals. This is the new essential cookbook, a modern solution to the eternal question: "What shall I cook tonight?"
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$39.99 | NZ$45.00
ISBN
9781787132542
Publisher
Quadrille Publishing Ltd
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Quadrille Publishing Ltd
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NA
Category
Food & Drink
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247 x 173 mm
Extent
288pp
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Full colour photography throughout
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NA
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Author Details Claire Thomson is a chef and food writer. She regularly writes for publications including Countryfile magazine and the Guardian. Claire lives in Bristol with her husband and three children. Her previous books include The Art of the Larder (2017); this is her fourth book.
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These recipes use the most common supermarket ingredients, the ones we pop into our trolleys, week in, week out: chicken, tomatoes, eggs, cheese, minced meat, pasta, potatoes, salad, lemon and chocolate. Claire Thomson is a fantastic self-promoter and has appeared on BBC TV's Saturday Kitchen, BBC4's Woman's Hour and BBC 6 Music's Cerys Matthews show. Claire works as food ambassador for the National Trust and on a theatre project, The Table of Delights, where food meets performance. Claire's previous book, The Art of the Larder, was endorsed by revered cooks and chefs including Nigella Lawson, Diana Henry and Rachel Roddy.
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Introduction
Chicken
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Tomatoes
72
Eggs
96
Salad & Vegetables
122
Cheese
148
Potatoes
176
Mince
204
Pasta
230
Lemon
230
Chocolate
280
Index
386
Acknowledgements
Chicken Salad with Fried Peach This is the sort of salad to make deep into summer. It’s a sort of confident, effortless salad, as if to say, “This is the life I live” sitting around in the daytime eating salad and drinking wine with my friends! As for me, I especially love to eat a salad that has the addition of something fried in it. Fried peach and fried bacon, with lettuce – right there is your yin and yang.
6–8 chicken thighs; or 600g (1lb 5oz) leftover cooked chicken 4–6 rashers unsmoked streaky bacon, each rasher cut into 5 pieces 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for frying 1 red onion, finely sliced 2 or 3 ripe peaches, destoned, each peach cut into 6 slices 2 tablespoons runny honey 1 large soft round lettuce, leaves separated small bunch of either basil, chervil, chives or tarragon, leaves picked 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preheat the oven to 220°C/fan 200°C/425°F/Gas 7. Line a baking pan with foil (this makes washing up easier). If you’re using uncooked chicken pieces, arrange them in a single layer over the foil. Bake the chicken for about 45 minutes, basting 2 or 3 times during cooking, until the flesh is cooked through and the skin is crisp. Meanwhile, add enough olive oil to a large frying pan to coat the base and place over a moderate heat. Fry the bacon for about 5 minutes, until golden and crisp. Put the bacon to one side in a bowl, leaving the bacon fat in the pan, and put the pan back on the heat. Add the onion to the pan and cook for about 8 minutes, until softened. Put the onion to one side with the bacon in a bowl. Add another lug of olive oil to the pan and fry the peach slices for about 1 minute each side. Add 1 tablespoon of the honey and fry for another 1 minute or so, until the peach slices are nicely coloured. Set aside. Once the chicken is cooked through and is cool enough to handle pull the flesh away from the bone in big chunks, and add the cooked chicken or the leftover chicken (if using) to the bacon and onion in the bowl. In a small bowl whisk together the remaining honey, along with the mustard, vinegar and the 3 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Arrange the lettuce leaves on a large platter or in a salad bowl and add the chicken, bacon and onion. Add the herbs and finally the fried peaches. Drizzle the salad with the dressing and serve immediately.
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Chicken Curry Mee This is a Malaysian curry soup with coconut and lemongrass. Make this recipe when your spirits need lifting and your taste buds need to soar. It’s fairly straightforward and the chicken stock here really does make a difference to the finished soup. Slurping noodles, wide and fat and glossy, with the sauce is one of life’s more pleasurable tasks. This recipe is a firm favourite with my family and the many extras we feed throughout the year. More the merrier.
vegetable oil 1 red onion, very thinly sliced 4 cloves of garlic, peeled and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons finely grated (shredded) root ginger 2 lemongrass stalks, finely chopped 500g (1lb 2oz) skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 4cm (11/2in) dice; or 600g (1lb 5oz) leftover cooked chicken 1 teaspoon caster (superfine) sugar 1–2 red chillies, finely chopped (remove the seeds to reduce heat, if you like), plus extra to garnish (optional) 3 tablespoons curry powder (mild or hot, as you like) 400ml (14oz) can of coconut milk 1 litre (35fl oz) chicken stock or water 3 tablespoons fish sauce (optional) 400g (14oz) egg noodles big handful of bean sprouts small bunch of coriander (cilantro), leaves picked and roughly chopped, to garnish 1 lime, cut into wedges salt
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Put enough oil in a large pan to coat the base and place over a moderate heat. Add ½ the onion, the garlic, the ginger, and the lemongrass and fry for 5 minutes or so, until softened and aromatic. Turn up the heat to high and, if you’re using uncooked chicken, add this along with the sugar and chilli and cook for a couple of minutes, until the chicken begins to just cook. Add the curry powder and stir to coat the meat. Add the coconut milk along with the cooked chicken (if using), and the chicken stock or water and the fish sauce (if using). Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked. Check the seasoning, adding more salt if required. Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to packet instructions, and drain well. Divide the noodles between 4 warm soup bowls, ladle over the hot chicken and plenty of the broth and garnish with the bean sprouts, the coriander (cilantro), the rest of the raw onion, and extra chopped chilli (if you wish). Serve with wedges of lime for squeezing over.
Tomato, Date & Chickpea Tagine Tomatoes and dates blitzed and cooked together here with some chubby chickpeas (garbanzos) make for a mind-blowingly good sweet, sharp and fruity flavour. Like many things (cheese, wine… human beings), this dish will improve with age; it tastes better after a good rest. Make it the day before, refrigerate and reheat. Effortless, it really is very simple to make. Some brown butter (see p.000) would be an excellent addition on top to serve; good olive oil is also fine if you find this less of a faff.
2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter 1 large onion, finely diced 1 x 400g (14oz) can of whole plum tomatoes 120g (4¼oz) pitted dates, halved 4 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped small bunch of coriander (cilantro), leaves roughly chopped, stalks reserved 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick juice of ½ unwaxed lemon, and 2 strips of the zest 2 x 400g (14oz) cans of chickpeas (garbanzos), rinsed and drained seasoned yogurt (see p.00), to serve couscous, to serve brown butter (see p.000) or olive oil, to serve salt and freshly ground black pepper
50 | TOMATOES
Put the butter or olive oil in a large frying pan over a moderate heat, add the onion and fry for 8–10 minutes, until soft and translucent. Blend ½ the tomatoes with ½ of the dates, then add the remaining tomatoes to the mixture and leave to one side. Add the garlic, coriander (cilantro) stalks and all the spices to the cooked onions, stir and cook for 1 minute, until aromatic. Add the tomato mixture, the lemon zest and 100ml (3½ fl oz) of water, season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook for 10 minutes, until thick and rich. Stir the chickpeas (garbanzos) and the remaining dates into the tomato mixture and cook for 5 minutes to warm through. Add the lemon juice and check the seasoning. Remove the lemon zest from the mixture and discard, then remove the mixture from the heat. Stir through the coriander leaves and serve with a dollop of seasoned yogurt and couscous. Add brown butter or olive oil at the table.
Quinoa & Halloumi Fritters with Green Goddess Sauce Quinoa, pronounced keen-wah, is a brilliant and speedy ingredient for the kitchen. Tender when cooked, with a delicate white furl of a tail, it has a nutty, satisfying taste. Mixed here with eggs, grated (shredded) halloumi and herbs, and fried as a fritter, the cooked quinoa provides some welcome ballast to a dish that is bombproof. I’m a sucker for a striking name, and it doesn’t come much better than Green Goddess – a pungent mayonnaise-based sauce made intensely green with masses of herbs and spring onions (scallions). I’ve supplemented some of the mayonnaise 200g (7oz) quinoa 100g (3½oz) shop-bought or homemade mayonnaise 100g (3½oz) Greek yogurt, crème fraîche or sour cream big bunch of flat-leaf parsley, leaves picked and finely chopped small bunch of mint, leaves picked and finely chopped 1 bunch of spring onions (scallions), very finely chopped 2 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped zest of 1 unwaxed lime or 1 small unwaxed lemon 3 eggs 100g (3½oz) feta cheese, crumbled 1 teaspoon ground cumin 50g (1¾oz) plain (all-purpose) flour vegetable oil, for frying chilli flakes, to serve (optional) salt and freshly ground pepper
82 | EGGS
Cook the quinoa in 500ml (17fl oz) salted water for about 15 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender. Spread out the cooked quinoa on a large plate or tray to cool. Mix the mayonnaise and yogurt and with ½ the herbs, ½ the spring onions (scallions), ½ the garlic and a squeeze of lemon or lime juice. Check the seasoning, adding salt and pepper to taste. Mix the cooled quinoa with the remaining herbs, the eggs, the remaining spring onion, the feta, the remaining garlic, the cumin, the lime or lemon zest and the flour. Season with salt and pepper. Heat about 4cm (1½in) of oil in a nonstick frying pan over a high heat. Drop tablespoons of the fritter batter into the hot oil and fry, in batches, for 3–4 minutes on each side, until golden and crisp. Keep each batch warm while you cook the remainder. Season the fritters with a little more salt and pepper, or use chilli flakes if you like, and serve warm with the Green Goddess sauce and the remaining lime or lemon cut into wedges
Cocoa An exploration of chocolate, with recipes Sue Quinn An irresistible exploration of chocolate, for the curious gourmet. Chocolate has beguiled us for millennia. From the spiced drinks sipped by the elite in ancient Mesoamerica to the artisan bars spiked with intriguing flavours we devour today, chocolate has always had a magical pull on our senses. Exotic, indulgent, hedonistic and sensual, its power over us somehow exceeds the sum of its parts. This ground-breaking exploration of chocolate, by award-winning writer and lifelong cocoa enthusiast Sue Quinn, will intrigue, inspire, surprise and fascinate you in equal measure. In these pages is a wealth of cultural, historical and culinary information about the story of chocolate through the ages and across the world, illustrated with vintage packaging, iconic adverts and stunning illustrations. Interspersed throughout the book are 80 tantalising sweet and savoury recipes, such as Salted Caramel and Lime Chocolate Sauce; Triple Chocolate and Liquorice Cake with Treacle Syrup; Spelt, Cranberry and Cocoa Nib Crackers; and Sticky Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Cocoa and Maple.
Author Details
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$39.99 | NZ$45.00
ISBN
9781787132603
Publisher
Quadrille Publishing Ltd
Imprint
Quadrille Publishing Ltd
Series
NA
Category
Food & Drink
Format
247 x 173 mm
Extent
256pp
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NA
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Sue Quinn is an award-winning food writer, journalist and cookbook author. Her articles and recipes regularly appear in the UK's leading food publications including the Telegraph, The Sunday Times, the Guardian, delicious, BBC Good Food and Sainsbury's magazines. She has written more than a dozen cookbooks on a range of topics, from Japanese and Spanish cuisine to children’s cookery and healthy eating. In 2018 she won the Guild of Food Writers British Food Award, and in 2016 she received the Fortnum & Mason Online Food Writer Award. Sue has Level 1 and Level 2 Certificates from the International Institute of Chocolate and Cacao Tasting, and has travelled widely in Mexico and Europe to research the origins and history of chocolate.
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A reading book, recipe book and love letter to chocolate for gourmets Sue Quinn is an award-winning writer with a fascination for chocolate Includes cultural and historical narrative on subjects such as chocolate and women; the health benefits of chocolate; chocolate in literature; and the tradition of chocolate in savoury cooking Includes 80 recipes for drinks and sauces, cakes and biscuits, desserts, bites and even savoury dishes 16 of the top 20 chocolate-consuming countries are European, with the UK coming in fourth in the world
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B L AC K S E S A M E S E E D A N D DA R K C H O C O L AT E B R I O C H E LOA F
This loaf is similar to Eastern European babka, a plaited loaf filled with chocolate that the world had gone crazy for as I was writing this book. My version uses black sesame seeds in the filling: I love their intense charcoal colour and the way they work brilliantly with chocolate. Unlike their white counterparts, black sesame seeds are still wearing their hulls, which impart a more intensely sesame, slightly bitter and smoky flavour. I’ve suggested grinding them here, mainly because some people don’t like getting seeds stuck in their teeth. But to be honest, I quite like the crunch and the bitter bursts of flavour, so I often leave them whole – the choice is yours. I know brioche dough is often left to prove in the fridge overnight to allow the flavours to develop, but as the filling is so flavourful, I don’t think it’s necessary. This makes a wickedly good treat for brunch: I exhort you to serve it warm. SERVES 8
FOR THE FILLING
FOR THE BRIOCHE
100g / 3½ o z dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids), chopped 60g / 2 ¼ o z / 4 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 Tbsp golden [corn] syrup or honey 60g / 2 ¼ o z / ⅓ cup plus 1 Tbsp black sesame seeds 50g / 1 ¾ o z / ¼ cup caster [superfine] sugar 20g / ¾ o z / ¼ cup cocoa powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon
250g / 8 ¾ oz / 1 ¾ cups strong white bread flour, plus extra for dusting 30g / 1 oz / 2½ Tbsp caster [superfine] sugar 7g / ¼ oz fast-action dried [active dry] yeast ½ tsp fine sea salt 3 large eggs, lightly beaten 150g / 5 ¼ oz / ⅔ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus extra for greasing flavourless vegetable oil, for oiling 1 egg, lightly beaten with a splash of milk, for egg wash
To make the brioche, place the flour, sugar, yeast and salt in a stand mixer and stir to combine. Add the eggs. Using the dough hook attachment, mix on low speed for 5 minutes, stopping to scrape down the bowl a couple of times until all the flour is incorporated. Increase the speed to medium and mix for 10 minutes until it looks like a sticky dough. Reduce the speed to low and add small pieces of the butter, a few at a time – adding more once they’re amalgamated. When all the butter is used up, increase the speed to medium and mix for a further 10 minutes until the dough is shiny and elastic and comes away from the sides of the bowl cleanly,
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Lightly butter a large mixing bowl. Tip the dough onto a work surface and press out to form a rectangle about 2.5cm / 1in thick. Working left to right, fold onethird of the dough over itself, then do the same with the right side. Repeat with the top and the bottom. Place the dough, seam-side down, in the prepared bowl, cover with plastic wrap and set aside somewhere warm for an hour. Tip the dough out onto a work surface, gently press into a rectangle and fold as before. Chill for at least 1 hour – it has to be well chilled and firm to work with. Now, make the filling. Place the chocolate, butter and golden [corn] syrup or honey in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water, stirring now and then, until melted. Blitz the sesame seeds in a spice or coffee grinder – they turn to a paste fairly quickly, but that’s fine. Add to the chocolate mixture, along with the remaining filling ingredients and beat with a wooden spoon until very well combined. Set aside at room temperature to cool completely and firm up a little. Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with baking paper and dust with flour. Set aside. Once the dough has chilled, roll into square roughly 30 x 30cm / 1 1¾ × 11¾in. Spread with the chocolate filling, leaving a 1-cm / ⅜ -in border all around. Pull the edge closest to you up and over the filling and roll into a log. Carefully transfer to the prepared baking sheet and return to the fridge to firm up for 1 hour. Using a rolling pin, gently flatten the log into a long rectangle about 30cm / 11¾in long and 12cm / 4¾in wide. Use a sharp knife, cut lengthways into 3 × 4-cm / 1½-in strips, leaving 2cm / ¾in at the top uncut so they stay together. Plait the strips, then press the ends together and tuck underneath. Cover loosely with oiled plastic wrap and set aside to rise for 1 hour. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 150°C / 300°F / Gas mark 2. Brush the loaf with the egg wash and bake for 40 minutes until risen and golden.
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This gorgeously gooey flourless cake was inspired by Chocolate with Rum, a recipe in Salvador Dali’s fantastical cookbook Les Diners de Gala. It’s one of my favourites. At once a cookbook and an art book, it combines Dali’s wild artistic imaginings with his passion for gastronomy. He and his wife Gala were famous for their lavish dinner parties: guests attended in costume, live monkeys decorated the room and meals were served in objects, including satin slippers. But food – including chocolate – was an inspiration for his Surrealist images as well as being one of life’s great pleasures. His 1930 painting, Chocolate, depicts a woman in the shape of an urn, with chocolate dribbling from her mouth into a cup and onto an apple below. Dali also famously appeared in a bizarre television advertisement for Lanvin chocolate, complete with an animated moustache. There’s nothing surreal about this very rich cake, which makes an excellent and easy dessert. S E R V E S 8–10
300ml / 10 f l o z / 1 ¼ c ups dark rum 150g / 5¼oz / 1 cup plus 1 Tbsp pitted prunes 200g / 7 oz / ¾ c up plus 2 T bsp unsalted butter, roughly chopped, plus extra for greasing 200g / 7 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids), chopped
200g / 7 oz / 1 c up caster [superfine] sugar 200g / 7 oz / 1 cup chestnut purée 3 large eggs, separated generous pinch of salt cocoa powder, for dusting (optional) cold crème fraîche, to serve
Place the rum and prunes in a pan, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and leave to cool for at least 15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 160°C / 325°F / G as mark 3 and butter and line the base of a 20cm / 8 in springform cake tin with baking paper. Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Remove the bowl from the pan and set aside to cool a little. Place the butter, sugar, chestnut purée, egg yolks, salt and the prunes with their rum in a food processor and blitz until smooth and creamy. Add the melted, cooled chocolate and blitz again until completely combined. Scrape into a mixing bowl.
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Beat the egg whites in a scrupulously clean bowl with electric beaters or in a stand mixer until stiff but not too firm or dry, or you won’t be able to fold them easily into the chocolate mixture. Beat one-third of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture to loosen, then gently and gradually fold in the rest – don’t be tempted to beat or you will lose the air. Spoon the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top. Bake for 1 hour–1 hour 15 minutes: when done, the cake should be dry and firm on top (but not springy, as it will be mousse-like in the centre) and coming away from the edges of the tin. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes; it will shrink a bit but that is as it should be and will firm up a little as it cools. Release from the tin and sit on a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with sifted cocoa – this isn’t essential but adds a lovely bitter note – and serve with cold crème fraîche.
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Fantastic Eats! Fabulous recipes for children to make at home Angellica Bell
C OV E R
The first book from Celebrity MasterChef winner and TV presenter Angellica Bell, a fun cookbook aimed at children 5 years old and up!
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This is the book for children aged 5 and upwards who are keen to get into the kitchen and start cooking but don't want boring grown-up cookbooks. Angellica Bell is noy a presenter on CBBC and BBC, she's also a fantastic cook who won BBC TV's Celebrity Masterchef . Through 30 fun, step-by-step recipes that Angellica makes with her own children, Fantastic Eats! gets youngsters excited about creating tasty sweet and savoury dishes for everyone to share.
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01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$29.99 | NZ$32.99
ISBN
9781787132733
Publisher
Quadrille Publishing Ltd
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Quadrille Publishing Ltd
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NA
Category
Food & Drink
Format
247 x 173 mm
Extent
128pp
Angellica Bell is a presenter who worked as the face of Children's BBC for 7 years before moving to regular presenting roles on BBC's The One Show and The Big Family Cooking Showdown . She also presents The Martin Lewis Money Show on ITV and Dog Rescuers on Channel 5. In 2017 she won the BBC's Celebrity MasterChef competition in a final watched by over 5 million viewers. She lives in London with her husband Michael Underwood (a fellow TV presenter and Celebrity MasterChef finalist) and their two children.
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Her recipes will bring the whole family together as you try your own home-made hamburgers, butternut squash and sweet potato fritters, Jamaican rock buns and icy watermelon lollies. Every recipe has photos and instructions to show you exactly what to do, so parents can put their feet up while the children cook! (Make sure you do the washing-up afterwards, guys!) An essential book for every household with young children, Angellica's recipe ideas, fun tips and inspiration will make a masterchef of even the youngest member of the household.
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Angellica is a hugely recogisable face from family TV, from her time presenting CBBC, her current role on The One Show and new BBC2 Big Family Showdown. As a Celebrity MasterChef winner, Angellica's food credentials are fantastic! As a busy working mother, she knows how to get delicious and nutritious food on the table any day of the week and loves cooking with her children to do this. 30 recipes: 15 savoury and 15 sweet Recipes designed to teach children the basic skills like cutting, baking, frying, chopping, weighing and cracking an egg. With safety tips on ovens, stoves and knives. Set to be the go-to recipe book for cooking with children.
From Barley to Blarney: A Whiskey Lover's Guide to Ireland A Whiskey Lover's Guide to Ireland Sean Muldoon, Jack McGarry, Tim Herlihy, Conor Kelly This comprehensive field guide to Ireland's robust and growing whiskey scene is the ultimate itinerary for whiskey beginners and connoisseurs, alike. An Irish whiskey guru, two bartender behemoths, and an adept writer combine forces to create this comprehensive guide to Irish whiskey. The book begins with an in-depth introduction to whiskey and its history in Ireland, including what makes each style of Irish whiskey unique. What follows is a detailed tour (including photographs) around the four Irish provinces and the 26 different distilleries, showing the unique Irish whiskeys each produces, as well as a discussion on the booming present and promising future for Irish whiskey producers. Each province also highlights the best of Ireland's 50 iconic bars and pubs, linking past to present and providing the ultimate whiskey tourist itinerary. The fun really begins when the masterminds behind 2015’s “World’s Best Bar,” Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog, share 15 original mixed-drink recipes tailor-made for Irish spirits.
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01 March 2019
Binding
Flexibound
Price
AU$49.99 | NZ$55.00
ISBN
9781449489939
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
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NA
Category
Food & Drink
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229 x 152 mm
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192pp
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Full colour throughout
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International barman Sean Muldoon is most renowned for the Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog in Lower Manhattan, which he opened and manages with his business partner, Jack McGarry (both proud sons of Belfast). The bar has won eight Spirited Awards from Tales of the Cocktail, including “World’s Best Bar” and “World’s Best Cocktail Menu.” In 2016, the Dead Rabbit garnered the top spot on the coveted World’s 50 Best Bars list and has the largest selection of Irish whiskey in New York. Tim Herlihy, drinks historian and U.S. ambassador for Tullamore Dew whiskey, was born and raised in County Louth, Ireland. Tim has travelled to numerous distilleries across Ireland, Scotland, the U.S., and beyond, studying the history of Irish whiskey and the entire production process from malting to maturation. In his role as Tullamore Dew Ambassador, Tim is a foremost presenter at whiskey shows and cocktail weeks, discussing Irish whiskey history, cocktails, and one of his favorite topics, the Irish pub. Conor Kelly is from a talky Irish family where storytelling is a competitive and, occasionally, full-contact sport.
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Tullamore Dew is the second-largest Irish whiskey brand and the Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog was voted one of the World's 50 Best Bars in 2016. From Barley to Blarney is well timed, capitalising on the rising popularity of craft spirits and craft cocktails, as well as the rapidly growing Irish whiskey industry. Irish whiskey sales are USD $420 million globally, sold in 146 countries. The authors, plus associated brands (Tullamore Dew, Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog, GreenRiver) have a large, combined following. The two strongest brands, Tullamore Dew and Dead Rabbit, alone have a combined platform of over 500,000 followers. The authors have a combined platform of upwards of 10,000 followers. The Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog has been featured in the Village Voice and Time Out New York.
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A Whiskey Lover’s Guide to Ireland
THE COUNTRY OF
IRELAND
IN T R O D UCT IO N “What whiskey will not cure, there is no cure for.” I r i s h pr ov e r b
D o neg a l
Derry
Antr im
D er r y
Antr im
ULSTER
Donegal
Belfast
Ty rone
Fer man a g h
Fermanagh Sligo Sli go
D o wn
Armagh
Leitr im M on a g ha n
M ayo
Leitrim
Cavan
M ayo
Lo u th R os common
Lo u th
Long ford
CONNACHT
M eath M e at h
We st me ath Westmeath
O ffa ly
LEINSTER Wi ck low Wi c k low
Clare
Clare
Ca r low Car low
Limer ick L imer ick
Tipperar y y Tip p e rar
K er r yK er r y
K ilkenny
Water ford
Wexford
Wate r fo rd
Cor k
MUNSTER
Cor k City
W es t C ork
whiskey tour of ireland FIRST LEG
SECOND LEG
Whiskey—or uisce beatha in the Irish language—is an essential part of Ireland. We were once the world’s largest producer, the envy of all for the sublime quality of our pot still spirit. It has shaped our agriculture, our literature and song; and today, increasingly, our economy. Most of our whiskey exports go to the United States. With that thirst comes another—for a proper understanding of what makes Irish whiskey truly different and worth exploring. A Whiskey Lover’s Guide to Ireland presents the country through its distilleries and the stories that go with them. In each region we visit, the local whiskey-making heritage is the starting point for everything—for history and anecdote, for tall tales, for oddities and, yes, a jar or two. (We also mention a few non-whiskey-related things to
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vidently, Irish whiskey has been paying attention to the old proverb, for it is curing itself. From near-oblivion forty years ago, it’s now the fastestgrowing type of whiskey in the world, and the fastest-growing spirit in the United States, period. Many of the old distilleries are in new hands and busier than ever, while every week seems to bring word of another entrant to the world of whiskey. It’s a busy, busy business.
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do or see in each province. Because, people keep telling us, apparently there’s more to life. Hmmm.) We begin with the province of Leinster. Historically, it was very significant, and is the province where you’ll find Dublin, the cynosure of the Irish whiskey-making tradition, home to her great distilleries, and so much more. Dublin gets a section of its own, with a discussion of its particular role in the history and future of Irish distilling and, of course, its frankly astonishing pubs. From this starting point, our journey follows a ragged clockwise path around the other regions, finishing up where we all began—with the province of Ulster in the north. Along the way, for the true lover, we also discuss the spectrum of styles, tastes and production methods, and meet some of the personalities reshaping the world of Irish whiskey today. At the back of the book you’ll find a glossary that explains some of the language of distilling you’ll encounter within these pages, as well as one or two less serious but equally useful terms. What Are You Having? Naturally, Ireland’s famous pubs also play a major part in the story. You’ll learn why they’re as influential for their hospitality as for their hooch, and which ones really are worth a trip—a trip we ourselves made twice. In all we spent over five weeks covering first central and south-east Ireland, and then the rest. (Also, we did it in a restored 1976 VW microbus called Poppy. But that’s a tale for another day.)
Jack McGarry senior: The Navigator
We chose fifty Great Irish Pubs, as we’ve called them, though we could easily have chosen twice as many, and they’d all have been equally and differently Great. How did we come up with the list? We began pooling our collective knowledge and we asked for recommendations from social media. This produced a roll-call of around 160 pubs. Intriguing, but not altogether practical. So we began cutting the list down. Hard choices had to be made. Hard, foot-stamping, door-slamming, tantrum-inducing choices. Also, it turned out that some pubs we were interested in visiting weren’t that interested in being visited. Oh well. And despite all the foot-stamping and door slamming we ended up with a shortlist that was lamentably far from short. Time for even more hard choices (and their consequences). But eventually we finalized our list and set off. We visited each of the fifty pubs here, sometimes more than once; interviewed and recorded the owners at length, took a lot of photographs and, more importantly, sampled the hospitality—all in the name of editorial accuracy, you understand.
Louise McGuane of Chapel Gate Irish Whiskey Co. in County Clare heard we were on our way.
We’ve something else important to mention about the pubs too. There’s an old saying in rural Ireland: ‘a yard of counter is better than an acre of land.’ That may once have been the case, when the local spirit grocer’s—a peculiarly Irish type of all-purpose pub-shop—was the commercial hub of the village or townland. Not any more. The people running what are often family businesses today are working as hard if not harder than their parents and grandparents, which is saying something. Moreover, they speak of the work in terms of a vocation, and say things like “you wouldn’t do it if you didn’t love it.” Many also think of themselves as custodians of a precious artifact rather than owners of a commercial asset. Without exception they have a profound respect for heritage and feel a true sense of responsibility to the pubs and to their customers. The smaller and more rural places in particular are sustained by communities of locals and regulars, whom the owners often view as extensions of their own families. We think that’s because the Great Irish Pub is, at heart, a shared experience— an experience that’s open to all. We discovered some extraordinary places while on this journey: ancient pubs, hidden pubs, reborn pubs, haunted pubs; even a truly unforgettable pub that only opens one day a week. We loved them all. We hope you’ll seek out some of them and experience for yourself this unique and timeless aspect of Irish culture. Trust us, you’ll be glad you did—because that’s where you’ll find the version of Ireland you’ve always had in your mind. It’s real and it’s right here, and here, and here...
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BOANN DISTILLERY In the history of Irish whiskey, Drogheda holds a p a r t i c u l a r ly i m p o r ta n t p l a c e . I n fa c t , s e v e r a l of them. One of the first written records of the s p i r i t i n I r e l a n d r e f e r e n c e s t h e t o w n . B y t h e l at e 1 8 t h c e n t u r y , t h e r e w e r e n e a r ly 2 0 d i s t i l l e r i e s here alone. A hundred years on, one of these was p r o d u c i n g , b y s o m e m e a s u r e , t h e g r e at e s t v o l u m e o f w h i s k e y i n t h e c o u n t r y.
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M onaghan
M ayo
Cavan
THE PROVINCE OF
LEINSTER
Dow n
Armagh
Leitr im Sligo
Louth Louth
R oscommon
Long ford M eath Westmeath D ublin
G alway
K ildare O ffaly
D ublin
Laois Clare
Wick low
Laois
Car low Limer ick
Tipperar y
K ilkenny Wexford
Ker r y
Water ford Cor k
Pat Cooney is an exceptionally fine whistler. And whiskey-maker. Put the two together and…
DISTILLERIES OF TODAY
Tyrone Fer managh
When Boann Distillery becomes fully operational, its whiskey will be the first produced in Drogheda in over fifty years. It will be the work of the Cooney family—Pat and his wife Marie, their daughters Sally-Anne and Celestine, and sons James, Peter, and Patrick, Jr. They’re all involved in the venture. And there’s a lot of expertise in that team. Pat senior is a veteran of the Irish drinks industry, having spent decades building up what was a small bottling concern into Gleeson Group, a major drinks branding and distribution business. The family’s holding company, Na Cuana, also in c lud es B oyn e B r ew h ouse, Adam Cidery, and Merrys Irish Cream Liqueur.
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nd there’s one other interesting footnote. In 1812 a young inspector for Excises and Taxes began working here, studying the work of distilleries. His name was Aeneas Coffey. Evidently, he learned well.
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The stunning fifty thousand-square-foot building (which was once a car showroom) opened in 2016. It already houses a craft brewery and taproom, with plans for a restaurant, visitor center, and gift shop. The brewery is operating, creating a range of beers, as well as ciders with apples from the company’s own orchards. (In time those orchards may also produce a Calvados.) The heart of any whiskey distillery is of course the stills. Boann’s are high-tech, handmade copper stills with reflux control coils in the neck. As a result, it’s said, the spirit is exposed to more copper than in a standard pot still.
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Pat Cooney, whiskey-maker and whistler.
John McDougall, famously the only man to have distilled all five types of Scotch whisky (single malt, blended malt, single grain, blended, and blended grain), as well as Irish, is a consultant to Boann. A former pupil of his, Aine O’Hora, is the resident distiller.
There is sourced whiskey maturing in these barrels at the moment. At the time of our visit, the distillery had some 250 barrels of grain and 200 of malt whiskey aging in oloroso casks in their warehouse in Clonmel.
The heart of any whiskey distillery is of course the stills... The set-up at Boann is no artisan, cottage-industry arrangement. It is technically impressive and wellconsidered. It happens to have impressive views as well. According to Celtic mythology, Boann was the goddess of the River Boyne, around which the town of Drogheda grew. She’s been quiet for a long time. But rumor has it, she’s coming back, and in quite some style.
AT A GLANCE
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FIRST DISTILLATION 2018
STILLS 3 Pot Stills (Sunshine: 10,000L, Sally: 7,500L, Celestine: 5,000L)
LPA 250,000
WHISKEY STYLES Single Pot Still
VISITORS CENTER/TOURS Yes
KEY BOTTLINGS THE WHISTLER 7-YEAR OLD BLUE NOTE SINGLE MALT, ABV:46%
THE WHISTLER 10-YEAR SINGLE MALT, ABV:46%
DISTILLERIES OF TODAY
The family’s own extensive wine cellars have put at the distillery’s disposal an unusually wide range of casks— including, of course, bourbon, sherry, rum and port, but also Burgundy, Bordeaux, Sauternes, Tokay, Madeira, and Marsala.
Boann, the river goddess is back in business.
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BOANN DISTILLERY
The distillery has a mission to be 100 percent natural and 100 percent Irish. The water comes from Boann’s own well and is part of a closed-loop recycling and heat recovery system that also feeds the packaging lines and the restaurant. In due course it will also supply the visitor center and offices. Rainwater is harvested and used to cultivate gin botanicals. (They have plans here for a hedgerow gin and another with a cider base.) All by-products—the pot ale and spent grains, etc.—are returned to the local economy as animal food.
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SLANE WHISKEY DISTILLERY Hi story is ev erywh er e h er e. Slan e Distillery is located within the vast Slane Castle estate—some 1,500 acres of grounds, gardens, forest, and farmland in the a n c i e n t B o y n e v a l l e y.
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M onaghan
M ayo
Cavan
THE PROVINCE OF
LEINSTER
Dow n
Armagh
Leitr im Sligo
Louth Louth
R oscommon
Long ford M eath Westmeath D ublin
G alway
K ildare O ffaly
D ublin
Laois Clare
Wick low
Laois
Car low Limer ick
Tipperar y
K ilkenny Wexford
Ker r y
Water ford Cor k
Slane’s stills look as though they sprouted through the floor of the old stable block.
At the time of our visit, the distillery was still under construction in the castle’s 250-year-old former stable block. When completed the facility will comprise what is known as a heritage room, highlighting the history of the estate and the region; the barley store, the cooperage,
DISTILLERIES OF TODAY
Tyrone Fer managh
The distillery is a joint venture between the Conyngham family, which has owned the estate for over three hundred years, and the Kentucky-based Brown-Forman spirits group, owner of Jack Daniels. Managing director Alex Conyngham, son of Lord Henry, is overseeing the completion of the distillery, which has been designed to be a near-zero-waste enterprise. There is an anaerobic digester; heat and water are recycled, and any organic by-products are returned as animal feed, etc.
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he castle itself is cradled in a natural amphitheater, which has provided the backdrop for huge rock concerts featuring everyone from the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen to David Bowie, U2, and Guns N’ Roses—all courtesy of the dashing Lord Henry Mount Charles, the 8th Marquess Conyngham.
The Italian Table Creating festive meals for family and friends Elizabeth Minchilli
Italian Dinner Table delivers both parts of the fantasy and reality of Italian meals as they would be eaten on location. Combining menus and recipes with visual experience and inspiration – as well as insight into the traditions of the food and celebrations – it serves as a practical resource that gives home cooks and hosts step-by-step guidance on how to re-create these fabulous meals at their own tables.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$75.00
ISBN
9780847863761
Publisher
Rizzoli International
Imprint
Rizzoli
Series
NA
Category
Food & Drink
Format
254 x 203 mm
Extent
240pp
Illustrations
150 colour photographs
Age Range
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Menus and recipes include: Eating in the Market in Florence with Coward’s Spaghetti, Pappa al Pomodoro, and Apple Cake; A Sunday Lunch in Emilia-Romagna with Ricotta and Swiss Chard Tortelli, Vegetable Pie, and Stuffed Pork Roast; and A Table by the Sea in Positano with Mozzarella on Grilled Lemon Leaves, Squid and Walnut Salad, and Jackie O’s Spaghetti. With a resources section for Italian ingredients; headnotes brimming with interesting history, recipe shortcuts, and serving suggestions; and menu introductions detailing what to drink, how to set the table, and how to time the preparation and the party itself, this is an essential guide for home cooks and those who love to entertain.
Author Details Elizabeth Minchilli has written about food, style, and architecture from her home in Italy for the past 25 years. Her website, Elizabeth Minchilli in Rome (elizabethminchilli.com), won a Saveur Blog Award for Best Culinary Coverage, an Italy Magazine Best Food Blog Award, and was named The Culture Trip Local Favourite. Elizabeth is the author of eight books, including Eating My Way Through Italy . She is also the founder of the Eat Italy app. Her books, blogs, apps, and food tours have been praised by The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Travel & Leisure, NPR, The Huffington Post, Condé Nast Traveler , and more.
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A cookbook and entertaining guide in one, this handbook offers an all-new spin on one of the world’s favourite ways of eating and living. Tips on setting the table so guests feel as though they’re in Tuscany (or Umbria or Venezia) and timing primers (including which dishes to make ahead, and when you can substitute store-bought if time gets too short) pair with Minchilli’s encouraging voice to ensure that the process will be fun, not daunting. With more than one hundred vibrant images drawn from Minchilli’s extensive travels just for the book – to locations ranging from Ariccia to Venezia – and from cozy and elegant tramezzino bars to outdoor porchetta picnics or a summer seafood shack feast, this is a book for armchair travelers as well as home cooks.
LUNCH IN A RENAISSANCE GARDEN
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Pizza con Prosciutto, Arugula, e Pomodorini PROSCIUTTO, ARUGULA, AND CHERRY TOMATOES PIZZA
A version of salad pizza but a bit meatier, this recipe calls for prosciutto, but feel free to substitute bresaola or even sliced turkey. Since so much of the success of this pizza depends on cherry tomatoes, use the best ones you can find. And if it’s the dead of winter? Then better to double the amount of fresh arugula and forget about the cherry tomatoes. SERVES 2 OR 3
Extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 recipe 24-Hour Pizza Dough (page 000) Two 8-ounce cans crushed tomatoes, drained (see page 000) Salt 4 cups arugula, rinsed and dried, or one TK-ounce bag prewashed arugula 2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes 9 ounces thinly sliced Prosciutto di Parma or other cured meat Arugula Oil (page 000)
Preheat the oven to 450°F. Lightly oil the bottom of the 12 by 16-inch rectangular pizza pan or two TK by TK-inch pans.
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Roll out the dough and transfer it to the pan(s) as per the instructions on page 000. Spread a layer of crushed tomatoes on top. Don’t overdo it. Season to taste with salt and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 20 minutes, until the crust begins to turn golden and the topping is sizzling. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Just before you are ready to serve the pizza, place the arugula in a bowl with the cherry tomatoes and dress lightly with olive oil and salt. Evenly scatter the salad over the pizza. Lay the prosciutto on top and then drizzle with the arugula oil. Serve immediately.
A TABLE BY THE SEA IN POSITANO
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A TABLE BY THE SEA IN POSITANO
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Lo Spaghetto alla Jacqueline JACKIE O’S SPAGHETTI
The Amalfi Coast stretches for 100 miles along the southern edge of the Sorrento Peninsula, and includes the bigger towns like Positano and Amalfi, as well as small fishing villages like Cetara and Praiano. In between there are countless coves where cliffs run down to the sea to meet a small patch of rocky beach. And even though many of these coves are accessible only by boat—or a tortuous footpath—some are home to the most low-key yet extremely chic restaurants in Italy. La Tonnarella has been catering to the yachting crowd for decades. The pale pink building nestles beneath the towering cliff, and it’s on the patio that great food happens. It’s a curious mix of style, with sunbathers in their bikinis lying just a few feet from tables topped with freshly starched tablecloths. You’re just as likely to see someone in the latest Gucci sundress as a guy in a barely-there Speedo. Not surprisingly, this was a favorite spot of Jackie Kennedy’s during her vacations in Capri and the Amalfi Coast. It’s that kind of place, although you wouldn’t guess it if you just happened upon it. Her favorite dish, or so legend has it, was the chef’s special pasta made with zucchini and pancetta. And while it’s not much to look at (like the restaurant itself), it is, when done right, the perfect summer pasta. SERVES TK
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for the pasta water 1/2 cup diced pancetta 1 pound small tender zucchini, diced 1 bunch basil, leaves only 1 pound spaghetti 3 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated (3/4 cup) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Freshly ground black pepper
Pour the olive oil into a frying pan large enough to hold all of the drained pasta later. Add the onions, and let them soften over medium heat, for about 6 minutes adding the salt. Once the onions have softened, add the pancetta. Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 10 minutes, until the pancetta has lost its pink color. Next add the zucchini and basil to the pan and continue to cook over low to medium heat, stirring every so often. Cook until the TK is just tender, about 20 minutes. In the meantime, bring a large pot of salted water to boil over high heat and add the
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spaghetti. Bring back to a boil and cook until almost al dente.
pasta while the water evaporates. This should only take 2 to 3 minutes.
Drain the pasta, reserving 1 to 2 cups of the cooking water. Add the pasta to the zucchini, along with 1 cup of the cooking water. Increase the heat to medium-high and finish cooking the
Remove from the heat and add the Parmigiano and butter, stirring until blended. Taste for seasoning and add freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
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Panini Once you get the hang of these sandwiches (basically toasting, seasoning, and topping the bread), you can play around with other ingredients and toppings. Be inspired by the season: if it’s not summer, then forget about the tomato and mozzarella one. Think about color and texture and how they will work together. But do remember to stick to the three-ingredient rule: never pile on the toppings. Each of these recipes makes four open-faced sandwiches. When figuring out quantities for your party, count on two pieces of bread per person. If you make this entire menu you will have enough for at least ten guests. One of the seemingly simple things I picked up from Nancy (she is a chef, after all) is the importance of seasoning each layer. The bread always needs it, as do any vegetable toppings you use. Although adding salt and pepper (and oil and vinegar and any other condiments) might usually seem an afterthought, when Nancy starts fashioning these panini, the seasonings play a crucial role. Each of the open-faced sandwiches is meant to be shared. You’ll be serving them on a cutting board (see page 000) and they can and should be cut into at least two if not four separate pieces. EACH RECIPE MAKES 4 PANINI
A WORD ABOUT TOASTING Nancy uses a professional panini press in her kitchen in Umbria, which works wonders, getting super hot and leaving professional-looking grill marks. If you have a panini press, then by all means use it. If not? Don’t worry. For the recipes in which you have to oil the bread first, you can either use a griddle pan with a weight on top of the bread or else the broiler (but be careful not to burn your bread). For the bread that does not get brushed with oil before toasting, a regular toaster or toaster oven will do just fine. { continues }
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Sparkling Cocktails More than 50 irresistible recipes for fabulous fizz Laura Gladwin 50 recipes for deliciously bubbly drinks to make and enjoy at home, from chic Champagne cocktails to party-starting Proseccobased punches. A glass of something sparkling is THE perfect way to mark any special occasion, whether it's raising a glass on a birthday, toasting a new job or ringing in the New Year. Here you’ll find a collection of delicious drinks to try. Choose from classic Champagne cocktails including the Kir Royale and French 75 or popular Prosecco sippers the Bellini and Mimosa. Or if you are feeling adventurous rustle up a newer confection such as a Prosecco Mojito or Ultra Violet. Whether you're looking for a standalone aperitif or to add some pep to your party punch bowl, armed with these easy-to-follow recipes you’ll soon be everyone’s favourite host, serving drinks as sparkling as your conversation!
Author Details Laura Gladwin trained at Leith’s School of Food and Wine and worked at one of London's biggest party design companies, creating menus and devising cocktail lists for events. She now works as a writer and editor specialising in food and drink. She lives in London.
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01 March 2019
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The perfect affordable gift for cocktail lovers everywhere!
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The sparkling wine market, which includes Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, Crémant and other sparkling wines, is worth almost $7.48bn in sales value across Europe, with a further $2.76bn across the US/Australia/New Zealand.
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Oil & Vinegar Explore the endless uses for these vibrant seasonings in over 75 delicious recipes Ursula Ferrigno This sumptuously illustrated recipe book from chef Ursula Ferrigno lavishes you with delicious recipes and tips on how to season and cook with the finest oils and vinegars. Just as with any ingredient, the flavours in oils and vinegars must complement the foods they are paired with in order to bring out their subtleties. In this sublime recipe collection for the oil and vinegar aficionado you’ll discover which types (and flavours) to use to make classic appetisers like Beef Carpaccio with Gorgonzola and Walnuts, refreshing salads, such as ‘Dama Bianca’, and exceptional pasta dishes, like Orecchiette with Chickpeas. You’ll learn how to make delicate, refined fish dishes, such as Poached Turbot with Watercress Oil and aromatic meat dishes, including Pork Roast Braised with Milk and Fresh Herbs. You’ll also be able to put your baking skills to the test with Potato and Gorgonzola Focaccia before tucking into one of the sublime desserts, including an incomparable Olive Oil Ice Cream. Finally, you'll discover the secrets of divine dressings, magnificent marinades and classic cocktails, which you could always make with your wonderful new homemade vinegar.
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01 March 2019
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Ursula Ferrigno trained at the Escoffier, Paris and has taught at leading cookery schools including Leith’s. She is the author of 17 cookery books and has made appearances on BBC TV and radio and written for a number of magazines.
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Oils & Vinegars (ISBN: 9781845975968) has sold over 14,000 copies worldwide.
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The demand for higher quality oils and vinegars is on the rise across the globe and food lovers will seek out bottles to try with the same devotion and passion as wine lovers. Delicious recipes from around the globe from rustic and hearty soups and rich pastas to light salads and elegant fish dishes from a highly respected chef and food educator. Each recipe is accompanied by a sumptuous specially commissioned photograph.
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Modern Pancakes Over 50 fresh recipes, from protein pancakes & healthy grains to dirty food indulgences Ryland Peters & Small Pimp your pancakes and upgrade your waffles with these cool, contemporary recipes for the much loved, quick and easy meals. They’ve always been a popular quick and easy treat, but modern pancakes and waffles are traversing the stodgy breakfast boundaries of yesteryear, and breaking free to be served at breakfast, lunch and dinner tables at every occasion and to suit everyone. For gym buffs, there are protein-rich pancakes to fuel a workout, or a rainbow-spectrum of super-food-stuffed pancakes into which you can whisk your five-a-day. Filling yet healthy porridge oats, buckwheat or chia seeds are ideal for starting your day in a more nutritious way, and foodies can indulge in the latest food trends in pancake or waffle form. Savoury versions are also a revelation! Try Carrot, Chickpea and Turmeric Pancakes with a lemon spiked dressing, Creamy Mushroom-filled Socca-pancakes, or Huevos Rancheros Waffles; the perfect light meal for one or two. Drizzled with sauces, stuffed with fillings or made with fruit or vegetable bases, these modern pancakes and waffles are flipping fantastic.
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01 March 2019
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Ryland Peters & Small and CICO Books is an independent, illustrated publisher creating beautifully produced books in the areas of interior design, food and drink, craft, mindfulness and spirituality, health, humour and pop culture.
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Includes a wide range of modern pancakes and waffles, from healthy and vegan varieties to the more devilishly indulgent.
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Pancakes, Crêpes, Waffles and French Toast (9781849754873) has sold over 19,000 copies worldwide.
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‘Avocado toast is over. Jam-slathered brioche is done. It’s pancakes’ time. The breakfast staple is having a moment, despite the fact that it really never went away’ (www.eater.com, April 2018).
The Beer Lover's Table Seasonal recipes and modern beer pairings Claire Bullen and Jen Ferguson Craft beer is changing everything about how people drink – and it’s high time it was invited to the dinner table. The growth in craft beer is a full-blown phenomenon that is also making waves in the culinary sphere. Here, food writer and beer expert Claire Bullen answers the question: how do you successfully pair craft beer with food? Inside, 65 inspiring recipes – from cast-iron skillet pizza to harissa roast chicken – are matched with a diverse range of craft beers to enjoy with your meal. Soon you will see beer as not just a prelude to a meal, but rather as a drink that can work as well as wine when partnered with food.
Author Details Claire Bullen is a US-born, London-based writer, editor, self-taught cook and a craft beer expert. She writes the popular Beer Lover's Kitchen blog for Hop, Burns & Black and is a regular contributor to GoodBeerHunting.com, a global authority on craft beer. Claire has written for The Daily Meal and Time Out New York , and is a contributing author to Craft Beer: 365 Best Beers in the World.
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01 March 2019
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9781911026785
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Five chapters cover all the key beer styles – Saisons and Sours, IPAs and Pales, Lagers, Dark Beers, and Wheat Beers.
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Features standalone guides to beer pairings and beer styles, brewery spotlights and Q&As. Based around the popular Beer Lover’s Kitchen blog for Hop Burns & Black, one of the UK’s premier bottle shops. Previous beer and food books for Dog 'n' Bone are bestsellers. Beer and Food and Cooking with Beer are never far from the top 10 best-selling beer books on Amazon.
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Jen Ferguson runs Hop, Burns & Black, a multi-award winning pair of bottle shops based in South London. Stocking some of the world's best brews, the brand has become one of the UK’s most-loved and well-respected specialist beer retailers.
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The Magic of Tahini Dreamy vegan recipes enriched with sweet & nutty sesame seed paste Dunja Gulin Over 55 heavenly plant-based recipes featuring protein-rich tahini, from savoury salads, soups and burgers to sweet energy bars, smoothies and bakes. Tahini, or sesame seed paste, is much more than the staple ingredient in hummus it is recognised as in the western world. Known as ‘white gold’ in Middle Eastern cuisine, it is a widely used and treasured ingredient, famed for its versatility. In this book, discover how the savoury-sweet, nutty taste of tahini can be used to enhance all manner of vegan recipes. The creamy texture and high un-saturated fat content are especially precious, as when mixed with water tahini has dairy-like qualities that are hard to re-create in a plant-based diet. Learn about the different types of tahini and how to make them from scratch; hulled and unhulled, with both black and white sesame seeds, and how to choose the right store-bought tahini for your recipe. Then discover a plethora of dreamy recipes, from Strawberry-tahini Yogurt to Sesame-full Quiche, Velvety White Soup, Marbelled Muffins and Coconut and Black Tahini Ice Cream. Just a swirl of this sesame seed paste can take your vegan food from to lackluster to luscious!
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01 March 2019
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9781788790727
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Dunja Gulin has worked as a teacher and chef for almost a decade – both on retreats and for private clients, she also runs her own fermented food workshops. Dunja is the author of a popular book on vegan breakfast published in her native Croatia, and of The Vegan Baker, Raw Food Kitchen, Gut Health, Falafel Forever and Hummus Where the Heart is for Ryland Peters & Small.
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128pp
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Popular chefs and restaurants who have pioneered the Middle Eastern food trend such as Yotam Ottolenghi and Sesame and Co. have introduced us to using tahini in a wider variety of recipes. Yotam Ottolenghi lists tahini as one of the 10 kitchen essentials he can’t do without. Tahini contains more protein than milk and most nuts. It's a rich source of B vitamins, vitamin E and important minerals, such as magnesium, iron and calcium. Tahini is an ideal dairy substitute, making it an excellent ingredient for vegans.
Tapas and other Spanish plates to share Ryland Peters & Small More than 60 delicious sharing plates and small dishes to enjoy with friends. Traditionally served as a bar snack with a glass of sherry or a cold beer, tapas has become a firm favourite thanks to its wide variety and versatility. Whether you are serving a starter before a meal, enjoying some small bites with drinks, or going all out and filling the table with multiple dishes to feast on, there is no bad time to indulge in these flavour-filled dishes. This book includes all the classics from the perennially popular Patatas Bravas and Spanish Omelette to Chorizo in Red Wine and Peppers Stuffed with Salt Cod. Many of these dishes can be made in advance for ease, so you too can enjoy time with your friends - Buen Provecho!
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01 March 2019
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Hardback
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9781788790772
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Ryland Peters and Small
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144pp
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100 colour photographs
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The perfect gift for anyone who loves these delicious little dishes from Spain.
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Recreate your favourite tapas dishes at home with this collection of authentic and delicious recipes. Tapas dishes are perfect to enjoy socially, making them easy and relaxing dishes to make and serve. With a large variety of dishes and flavours available, no one will be left out when serving up a selection of plates to share for friends or family.
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The Salad Bowl Vibrant & healthy recipes for light meals, lunches, simple sides & dressings Nicola Graimes Fresh, healthy and delicious - 75 recipes will inspire you to nourish your body from the inside out with every delicious forkful.
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01 March 2019
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Hardback
Take inspiration from countries all around the globe and whip up hearty salads that are nutritious and full of flavour. From Mediterranean recipes to Asian-inspired classics, salads have never been been as popular. This vibrant book showcases beautifully balanced salads, with chapters covering Meat and Poultry, Fish and Shellfish, Dairy, Grains, Beans and Pulses, and Simply Fruits and Vegetables. Salads are ideal for light meals, and there are plenty of ideas here that can be made in advance and transported to the office or school. The book also contains midweek ideas that will please the whole family, as well as some impressive dishes that wouldn’t be out of place at a dinner party. Sprouted seeds and micro greens are becoming increasingly popular, and are now readily available to buy, but Nicola goes the extra mile by showing you how to sprout seeds at home, so you will always have some on hand to throw into a speedy dish. With more and more people aspiring to eat healthier diets, and with such a large variety of fresh and interesting ingredients now readily available, there has never been a better time to experiment and discover some new favourites.
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9781788790871
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Nicola Graimes is an award-winning writer specialising in nutritional health, vegetarian cooking, and food for children. A former editor of Vegetarian Living magazine, she has written more than 26 books, including Great Healthy Food for Vegetarian Kids , which won Best Vegetarian Cookbook in the World Gourmand Awards 2010. Nicola lives in Brighton.
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75 simple and versatile recipes that make the most of fresh ingredients.
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Features advice on sprouting seeds and growing micro greens at home. Stunning colour photography of every recipe captures the vibrant dishes perfectly. For Ryland Peters & Small she has written Superfood Energy Balls & Bites (9781849759298) and Superfood Slow Cooker (9781849758437).
Floral Cocktails 40 fragrant and flavourful flower-powered drinks Lottie Muir Delight your senses with this bountiful collection of floral-flavoured cocktails. No longer the reserve of the cocktail garnish, flowers are taking centre stage in the most delectable drinks. From a subtle rose petal vodka to a heady honeysuckle syrup, adding a floral liqueur, essence or syrup to a cocktail adds a depth of flavour and complexity which will dazzle and delight. Lottie Muir, the creator of the Midnight Apothecary pop-up cocktail bar, set in a roof garden in London, has designed over 40 ways to include edible flowers in drinks. Recipes include a Gorse Collins with a beautiful, delicate almond and honey flavour and a Berried Treasure, inspired by a French 75, using Elderflower Liqueur to provide sweetness mixed with gin, lemon juice and champagne. From a sparkling Lavender Gin Fizz to a Hibiscus Mojito there’s a glorious cocktail for all budding mixologists.
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01 March 2019
Lottie Muir is a gardener by day, and a botanical-cocktail mixologist by night, at work in the rooftop garden of the Brunel Museum in London. Her work has featured in Vogue magazine, and Midnight Apothecary was chosen as one of the top three rooftop bars in London by TNT magazine. She is the author of Wild Cocktails from the Midnight Apothecary, published by CICO Books.
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Cocktail-lovers everywhere are taking their inspiration from the magical world of flowers and this collection of recipes is right on time for this flourishing trend. From a Wild Violet Sour to a Lilac and Blackberry Cobbler – all the classic cocktails have been given a botanical makeover.
The Art of Denim Over 30 ways to wear denim Hardie Grant
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How to wear everything from classic dark wash jeans to boho denim jackets.
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In The Art of Denim, learn how to style your jeans and pair patterns and textures like a pro. Go eco-friendly with reclaimed or reconstructed denim paired with a classic white t-shirt and a statement necklace. For a more stream-lined approach, make a splash with a denim jumpsuit. From boyfriend cut to culottes, jean skirts, high-waisted 80s numbers, dungarees, exposed pockets, cut-off shorts and Texas tuxedos, there's no wonder this hardworking fabric is such a wardrobe staple. Featuring profiles on iconic, effortlessly cool denim divas such as Zoe Kravitz, Debbie Harris and Cindy Crawford, there's inspiration for everyone. Beautifully illustrated by Libby VanderPloeg, this book makes the perfect gift for any fashionista who daydreams of the perfect pair of jeans.
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01 March 2019
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Denim is an ever-enduring and incredible versatile fashion trend.
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The Art of the Scarf has sold over 16,000 copies worldwide.
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Fabulous illustrations and some utterly ingenious fashion inspiration.
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Hardie Grant (UK)
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144pp
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Libby VanderPloeg is an illustrator based in Michigan.
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The Tattoorialist Road Trip: Berlin, London, New York, Tokyo, Paris Nicolas Brulez and Mylene Ebrard
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An atlas of the best tattoo artists on the planet.
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Once the mark of an underground subculture, tattoos have well and truly stepped out of the shadows and into the streets. Join photographer Nicolas Brulez and Mylene Ebrard on their road trip to Berlin, London, Paris, New York and Tokyo to unearth the most stylish designs and cutting-edge tattoo artists the world has to offer. Showcasing over 300 photographs of diverse people and their unique designs as well as the cities' best artists, this is a keepsake as well as an informative guide of the best places to get your next ink. Presented in luxurious coffee table book format, this is a stunning edition for the tattoo enthusiast.
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01 March 2019
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Hardback
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AU$59.99 | NZ$65.00
ISBN
9781784882426
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Hardie Grant (UK)
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Hardie Grant (UK)
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250 x 320 mm
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304pp
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Author Details Nicolas Brulez is the Tattoorialist – based in France, he travels the globe looking for the best tattoos and tattoo artists across the globe. Mylene Ebrard is a freelance press officer and is passionate about fashion and art. She is also based in France.
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A luxurious coffee table book on the world's best tattoo artists and their work.
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As the title suggests, this is the Sartorialist for tattoos. Tattoos only continue to gain popularity across the globe. In depth profiles of the best artists and their creations in Berlin, London, New York and Paris.
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Scrawl An A to Z of Famous Doodles Todd Strauss-Schulson, Caren Strauss-Schulson and Claudia Strauss-Schulson Sketches, drawings, and scribbles from the private letters and notebooks of some of the greatest names in history — notable figures in art and literature, fashion and film — revealing that even the most influential minds have doodled their time away!
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01 March 2019
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Hardback
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AU$65.00
ISBN
9780847865291
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Rizzoli International
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254 x 203 mm
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224pp
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150 colour photographs
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From the first ever sketch of the Red Cross logo by its founder Clara Barton to a cartoon scrawled on a love letter from Charles Bukowski, the objects in this fascinating collection are a perfect reflection of the eclectic and storied cast of characters from whose archives they’ve been collected over the years. Organised alphabetically, with a range of influential names, from William Burroughs to Mark Twain, the book is a voyeur’s treasure trove of the ephemeral, in which cultural icons reveal their own preoccupations, passions, plans, and distractions in the marginalia of their daily correspondence. A satirical sketch by Marc Chagall sits beside a quick self-portrait by Charlie Chaplin; a throwaway drawing on a dollar bill by Joan Miro follows the first ever idle iteration of Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren; and a hasty drawing by Andy Warhol precedes a sketch of Falstaff on a hotel notepad by Orson Welles. A treat for lovers of the analog in the digital age, and reproduced beautifully on uncoated paper to come as close as possible to the texture of the originals, Scrawl connects high and low, art and science, history and literature, youth and age, with the universal truth of doodling.
Author Details The Strauss-Schulsons are collectors and antiquarians, and caretakers of the David Schulson collection of autographs and artifacts. They live and work in New Jersey and New York.
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Amazing Contributors: The range of names included in the collection is astonishing and covers every aspect of culture, from Mark Twain to Matisse, Clara Barton to Herman Hesse, Picasso to Stanley Kubrick. Unpublished: Almost all the objects in the collection are never-before-published, and most of them are unseen beyond a handful of serious collectors. Material package: Printed on uncoated paper to reflect the texture of notepads, envelopes, and letter paper the objects were originally scrawled on – a visual and tactile treat to stand out apart from the soullessness of the digital age. The authors are respected antiquarians and collectors who exhibit at major shows and fairs around the world; the Schulson collection is among the largest of its kind in America.
Yves Saint Laurent A Biography Laurence Benaïm This definitive portrait of the creative genius who transformed fashion is the first major English-language biography of Yves Saint Laurent since his death in 2008, featuring exclusive interviews of those who knew him best, by one of the most respected names in French fashion. Yves Saint Laurent’s impact on fashion is legendary, yet he remains an enigmatic and compelling figure. Tracing the development of Saint Laurent’s visionary work through his charmed yet tumultuous life, respected fashion writer Laurence Benaïm’s newly translated and updated biography of the famed designer explores how this unassuming prodigy became a legendary, celebrated public icon who changed the face of fashion, style, and celebrity.
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01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
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AU$65.00
ISBN
9780847863396
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Rizzoli International
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Rizzoli
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229 x 152 mm
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554pp
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Enriched by the author’s exclusive interviews – from Saint Laurent’s partner Pierre Bergé to family members, his atelier staff, and muses such as Catherine Deneueve, LouLou de la Falaise, and Paloma Picasso – this fascinating biography chronicles early glimpses of Saint Laurent’s talent in Oran and his star trajectory, from leading the House of Dior at the age of twenty-one to his fall from grace and subsequent forging with Pierre Bergé, fashion’s most enduring and successful professional partnership. In portraying the man behind the timeless icons of the Mondrian-print shift dress and the Le Smoking trouser suit – who partied with Warhol in New York and relaxed with the jet set in his Marrakesh hideaway – Benaïm powerfully illuminates both the glittering world of haute couture and the business empire that revolutionised the fashion industry.
Author Details Journalist and fashion writer Laurence Benaïm has written many books including Lancel: Parisian Maison Since 1876, Women in Dior: Portraits of Elegance, Dior: The New Look Revolution , and a biography of Yves Saint Laurent. She created the style supplement for the newspaper Le Monde and has contributed to Vogue and Marie Claire . She is an editorial adviser for Le Figaro .
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No major biographies of Yves Saint Laurent, one of the best-known and most influential couturiers of the second half of the 20th century, have been published in English since his death in 2008. The book was viewed positively by Pierre Bergé, Yves Saint Laurent’s partner. This book was one of the sources for the successful 2014 biopic directed by Jalil Lespe, approved by Bergé. Features original interviews by the author that bring a rich, fresh perspective on Yves Saint Laurent’s life and career. A well-connected and respected author: The author’s scholarly, cultural and artistic observations at Le Monde have made her one of France’s most respected fashion commentators. Saint Laurent’s story shows no sign of losing its appeal: many current books on YSL’s style, two biopics in 2014, and the 2017 debut of museums in Paris and Marrakesh dedicated to his life and fashion show the allure of this legendary figure. Among the women of style who wore his creations were Catherine Deneuve, Paloma Picasso, Nan Kempner, Lauren Bacall, Marella Agnelli and Marie-Hélène de Rothschild.
Art Deco The Twentieth Century's Iconic Decorative Style from Paris, London, and Brussels to New York, Sydney, and Santa Monica Arnold Schwartzman Arnold Schwartzman’s stunning photographs of the finest examples of Art Deco from all over the world are collected here as a celebration of one of the world’s most popular decorative styles. Art deco is the 20th century’s most glamorous architectural style, and the one that shaped popular ideas of modern luxury. With over 200 photographs, this is a visual celebration of this very popular style. Unlike most other books on the subject that tend to be regionally specific, this book highlights Art Deco buildings from all over the world, from Australia to South America, with an emphasis on London, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Miami, and Paris. Art Deco features much careful and exacting detail, and of special interest in this book are photos that zoom in on murals, mosaics, flooring, ironwork, and other ornamental flourishes. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$90.00
ISBN
9780847866106
Publisher
Rizzoli International
Arnold Schwartzman is an Oscar-winning filmmaker, a noted graphic designer, and the author of a score of books including
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London Art Deco and Deco Landmarks: Art Deco Gems of Los Angeles . He began his design career in British television before
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Art/Fashio/Photography
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292 x 235 mm
Extent
224pp
Illustrations
Over 200 photographs
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Art Deco began in 1925 and quickly swept the globe becoming the style epitomising Jazz Age glamor and sophistication. It drew from a variety of influences including ancient Egyptian, Moorish, and Mayan motifs but also modernist movements like Cubism, Fauvism, and De Stijl. Its influence was felt everywhere, from the skylines of New York to Shanghai, and it gained prominence not only with architects and designers but enjoyed a passionate following among the public as well.
Author Details moving to Hollywood in 1978. He was the Director of Design for the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games and designed many of the key graphic elements for the annual Academy Awards. In 2010, he created the two murals for the Grand Lobby of Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth. In 2001 he was awarded an OBE and in 2006 he was appointed a Royal Designer by the Royal Society of Arts.
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Art deco is the world’s most popular decorative style from the 20th century, and this tour-de-force visual celebration contains over 200 precisely detailed photographs of the icons of art deco style from Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Miami, London, and other cities around the globe. For architecture buffs and design mavens, this handsomely illustrated volume is a must have for anyone interested the glories of the Art Deco style. Author and photographer Arnold Schwartzman is a noted filmmaker whose personal passion for the Art Deco style has led him to photograph the best examples of Art Deco from around the world and to publish two previous books on the subject London Art Deco and Deco Landmarks: Art Deco Gems of Los Angeles.
Above: Glazed tile buttress. Eastern-Columbia Building, 1929. This page and opposite: Eastern-Columbia Building, 1929. Now luxury apartments. 849 S. Broadway and Ninth Street, Los Angeles, CA, USA. Architect: Claude Beelman.
Right: Turquoise and cerulean blue terracotta with accents of gold leaf, facade, four-sided clock tower, Eastern-Columbia Building, 1929. Opposite: Building entrance, Eastern-Columbia Building, 1929. Established as a clock company, Eastern moved into clothing when it purchased the Columbia Outfitting Company.
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Above: Stone relief, one of two eagles flanking the Fifth Avenue entrance, Empire State Building, 1930–1949. This page and opposite: Empire State Building, 1930–1949. 350 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY. USA. Architects: Shreve, Lamb and Harmon. The spire was originally constructed as a mooring mast for airships. The building was immortalized in the film “King Kong”, 1933. This page: Gilded panel, above the front desk, lobby, Empire State Building, 1930–1949. Opposite: Tower, Empire State Building, 1930–1949.
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Above: Detail, Delano Hotel, 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, USA. Right: Sagamore Hotel, 1943. 1631 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, USA. Architect: Albert Anis. Opposite: St Moritz, 1939. 1565 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, USA. Architect: Roy F. France.
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Service entrance, metal and wired glass door, private residence, 1930s. Paris, France.
“Medecine” (Pharmacy) metal store sign. Now a Starbucks. 91 Boulevard St. Germaine, Paris, France.
Above and right: Decorative metal and glass doors, 1930s. 7th Arrondissement, Paris, France.
Hanging metal sign, and left: facade, metal window grilles, Grande Pharmacie du Centre, 1930s. 29 Place de la Cathédrale, Rouen, France. Ironwork: Raymond Subes.
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Garden Wild Wildflower Meadows, Prairie-Style Plantings, Rockeries, Ferneries, and other Sustainable Designs Inspired by Nature Andre Baranowski This book is a survey of 12 breathtakingly beautiful gardens by award-winning photographer Andre Baranowski, whose eye for beauty will embolden readers the world over to embrace their inner instincts and create their own garden wild.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$90.00
ISBN
9780847862139
The new movement in contemporary gardening is about going back to the wilderness, creatively landscaping with native plants to enrich their environments and seamlessly merge with their natural surroundings. Politely rejecting traditional manicured, hedged and pruned gardening aesthetics to invite an alternative kind of beauty: wildly bursting with indigenous plants, old-growth trees, vibrant patches of wildflowers and perennials, succulents, un-pruned bushes and ornamental grasses. New York City’s Highline is a famous example and this landscaping approach is becoming increasingly popular for private homeowners. This book surveys twelve such breathtaking gardens captured by award winning photographer Andre Baranowski. The featured gardens range from small private residencies to large properties, by renowned landscapers such as Oehme van Sweden, Fernando Caruncho, Jorge Sanchez, and Piet Oudolf. The texts detail each project’s approach and the hurdles presented by its landscape, providing the reader with an array of instructional ideas from an insider’s mindset. Guaranteed to be a boundless source of inspiration and treasured by lovers of gardens worldwide.
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Rizzoli International
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Rizzoli
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Gardening
Format
279 x 216 mm
Extent
224pp
Illustrations
224 colour photographs
Dorothy Kalins serves as editor and advisor at How2Media Inc. She was the founding editor-in-chief of Metropolitan Home and Saveur, the executive and contributing editor of Newsweek, and was responsible for the re-launch of Garden Design. She was the first woman to be named Adweek’s Editor of the Year and in 1999 and awarded the prestigious Matrix Award.
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Andre Baranowski is an award-winning editorial and advertising photographer. His work has appeared on the covers of the most prominent gardening and lifestyle publications, including Better Homes & Gardens and Departure. Baranowski frequently photographs for the National Landscape Foundation and the Garden Conservancy, and his work was part of “The New American Garden” exhibit at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.
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Over the years this style has infiltrated main streets with the huge popularity of Piet Udolf’s Highline, in New York.
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Though the gardens featured are located in the Northeast United States, the aesthetic and vision can be applied to various regions and landscapes; small or large plots; wet or dry climate; or city, suburban, or country landscapes. Many of the landscape designers, the home gardens, and homeowners featured are high-profile and will bring in additional style markets and garden credibility.
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This volume will leave the reader inspired to take the creative spirit and intuition highlighted in this volume and apply them to their own space. Each of the 12 gardens introduces a new approach to the garden and landscaping and this volume offers informative tips on how to build using appropriate materials and plants. Baranowski is an award-winning and well-known photographer with a reputation of having a gift for beautiful gardens and interiors.
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The Art of Outdoor Living Gardens for Entertaining Family and Friends Scott Shrader For anyone who wants to live well in their garden, here is a guide to creating stylish and liveable outdoor spaces – for entertaining, playing, and relaxing.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$95.00
ISBN
9780847863594
Publisher
Rizzoli International
Imprint
Rizzoli
Series
NA
Category
Gardening
Format
305 x 254 mm
Extent
240pp
Illustrations
200 colour photographs
Age Range
NA
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Pools made private by lush plantings, bedrooms open to the back yard, bar seating by the outdoor oven. California native and exterior architect Scott Shrader is known for creating covetable outdoor rooms for clients including Ellen DeGeneres and Patrick Dempsey. In his first book, he shares the grounds of twelve beautiful properties, all designed to be lived in and enjoyed as extensions of the homes they surround, rich with creature comforts. Shrader shows us how to connect the landscape outside with interior decor; resulting in an exterior environment that flows naturally, stylishly and serenely from this core. He also inspires us to think of the way these outdoor spaces will be used, and plan ahead for ways to keep our family and guests fed, warm, and entertained in them. Folded in between the featured gardens – which range in style from Hollywood Regency to Modern Moroccan – are meditative essays on topics including Sustainability, Lifestyle, and Pathways, as Shrader reflects on the ways that gardens change constantly in small ways, shifting mood with the light and the weather, transforming dramatically with the cycle of the seasons and the passage of years. These are modern, chic gardens and outdoor entertainment spaces specifically designed for cooking, entertaining, playing, and relaxing.
Author Details Scott Shrader’s landscape designs are borne out of an intuitive ability to connect with the interior 'heart’ of the home; resulting in an exterior environment that flows naturally, stylishly and serenely from this core. With careful consideration of his client’s desires, Scott produces gardens, outdoor entertainment spaces and relaxing atmospheres specifically designed for those using them. His breadth of knowledge about design and concept come from both a master’s degree in landscape architecture and an undergraduate degree in urban planning. His projects include homes, ranches, estates and wellness retreats in Los Angeles, Malibu, Montecito, Wyoming, Hawaii and Croatia.
Other Contributers Lisa Romerein is a Los Angeles-based photographer who specialises in architecture, interiors, food, gardens, travel, portraits, and lifestyle. Jean-Louis Deniot is an acclaimed French interior designer and architect featured on the AD 100.
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Scott Shrader is the most sought after landscape designer for the Hollywood elite. Handsome and promotable, his client list includes Ellen Degeneres whose four houses and gardens have been featured in AD. AD also featured a cover story of Shrader’s designs for Patrick Dempsey’s Malibu house; Cher, Lionel Ritchie, and Sela Ward are among his A-list clients.
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The sections showcase Shrader’s innovative designs for the seamless indoor/outdoor lifestyle he creates, including artful gardens, al fresco living, modern geometry, poolside design, edible gardens and more. Regardless of style, Shrader creates chic outdoor areas that feel like interior rooms, with zones for entertainment, privacy, or natural living. Work featured in AD, Veranda, C, and an ongoing feature in Garden Design. Primarily all new photography by Lisa Romerein for the book celebrates the beauty of Scott’s merging of garden and home.
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Splash The Art of the Swimming Pool Tim Street-Porter and Annie Kelly Splash provides the inspiration for anyone designing, or dreaming about, their own pool.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$99.00
ISBN
9780847864300
Publisher
Rizzoli International
Imprint
Rizzoli
Series
NA
Category
Art/Fashio/Photography
Format
254 x 254 mm
Extent
240pp
Illustrations
200 colour photographs
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NA
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This celebration of the style, design, and joy that pools bring to us brims with over 200 glamorous photographs. It is organised by swimming pool design – from glimmering infinity pools with a view of the ocean to dramatic cascading waterfall pools and those in lush garden settings. Ranging from beautifully landscaped backyards to dramatic beaches and tropical paradise surroundings, the stunning pool locales show creative examples of pools as architecture and organic forms. In the mix are seductive pools owned by such celebrities as Cher and Dianne Keaton and leading designers Bunny Williams and Carolyne Roehm, as well as masterpieces by famed architects Frank Lloyd Wright, Richard Neutra, and Luis Barragán. Splash concludes with a section on poolside elements, from tiled steps, patterned surfaces, and Jacuzzis to pool houses with outdoor showers, landscaping, furnishings, and much more. Every example evokes the enduring and irresistible appeal of the swimming pool.
Author Details Internationally renowned architecture and design photographer Tim Street-Porter has authored and photographed many successful books, including Casa Mexicana, The Los Angeles House, Tropical Houses, Los Angeles, and has coauthored numerous publications with his wife Annie Kelly, among them the Rooms to Inspire series and Casa Mexicana Style. He is also a frequent contributor to many life style and design magazines, such as Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, Vanity Fair, and the
New York Times. Annie Kelly writes about design and travel for magazines in America and abroad, including Belle, English House and Garden, the Robb Report and Western Interiors. She is the author of Casa Mexicana Style, the Rooms to Inspire series, Casa Mexico: At Home in Merida and the Yucatan, among several other titles. She is also a decorator whose work has been included in Architectural Digest, House and Garden, House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Elle Decor, and World of Interiors.
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Elegant gift book, showcasing the superb photographs of pools taken by Tim Street-Porter, one of the world’s leading architectural photographers. Only a few inspirational pool books have been available for the homeowner in many years. Splash is the first current book to fill this design niche. It is useful guide for anyone planning or designing their own pool. Splash concludes with a practical section devoted to pool elements, such as how to edge a pool with plants, poolside decor suggestions, and choosing the right pool shape for a particular piece of land. Ideas for recreating lush-like tropical settings in America with the right climate choices of plants and landscaping will be provided.
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Gardening with Containers Simple projects for the weekend gardener George Carter Combining inspiration with practicality, Gardening with Containers offers 20 exciting projects, each simple enough to complete in a weekend. Containers come in all sorts of materials, sizes and shapes, and can be used to enhance any outdoor space, from a small terrace to a large garden. In this highly informative and superbly illustrated book, award-winning gardener George Carter explains how to make the most of them. Divided into four sections – on terra cotta, masonry, metal and wood – it has step-by-step instructions and ideas for seasonal planting plans that make container gardening accessible to all. Among the imaginative projects are painted pots, a wirework hanging basket, a rustic window box, a trough with trellis screen, a wooden obelisk and a painted galvanised washtub. The projects are complemented by a plant directory, information on care and maintenance of containers and plants and an extensive list of resources. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$37.99
ISBN
9781782496366
Publisher
CICO
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Cico Books
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Each project is simple enough to be completed over a weekend.
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235 x 190 mm
Illustrated step-by-step instructions make these truly achievable projects. George Carter has won gold at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and is internationally renowned for his garden design. George's work has appeared in magazines such as House & Garden and Gardens Illustrated.
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112pp
Illustrations
75 colour photographs + Illustrations
Age Range
NA
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Author Details George Carter, a gold medal winner at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, is internationally renowned for his garden design. His work appears at garden festivals and flower shows in Europe and the USA, as well as in magazines such as House & Garden, Gardens Illustrated and The World of Interiors . He is the author of Herbs and the co-author with Richard Bird of the best-selling Projects for Small Gardens (both Ryland Peters & Small).
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The Irish Aesthete Ruins Robert O'Byrne Go on a journey with Robert O’Byrne as he brings fascinating Irish ruins to life. Fantastical, often whimsical, and definitely quirky, these atmospheric ruins are beautifully photographed and paired with evocative text by Robert O’Byrne. Born out of Robert’s hugely popular blog, The Irish Aesthete, there are castles, sturdy Georgian manors and even a thunderbox (an 1860s two-storey outhouse), the majority of them never previously photographed. Robert focuses on a mixture of exteriors and interiors, of ruins and intact buildings, of architectural details and entire scenarios. There is a close look at the beautiful stucco-work ceiling in Dublin Castle, the origins of which are a mystery, and the splendid Milltown Park in County Offaly which is hidden from sight on all nearby roads, unknown even to many local residents and only discovered at the end of a long, verdant drive. Divided into four sections with equal space given to each of Ireland’s provinces, the ruins featured here offer a unique insight into Ireland and an exploration of many styles of historic architecture. The Irish Aesthete: Ruins is every bit as charming and memorable as the Irish people themselves.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$39.99
ISBN
9781782496861
Publisher
CICO
Robert O’Byrne is one of Ireland’s best-known writers on architecture, fine art and design. A former journalist with the Irish Times, he has written extensively on the country’s historic houses and their decoration. Among his previous books are Romantic Irish Homes, Romantic English Homes, Luggala Days and The Dress Code (also published by CICO Books). The author is based in County Meath, Ireland.
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Cico Books
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Robert O'Byrne, also known as the Irish Aesthete, has over 24,000 followers on Instagram (@the.irish.aesthete).
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235 x 190 mm
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176pp
The Irish Aesthete (theirishaesthete.com) was born in September 2012 as a means of sharing Robert O’Byrne’s interest in Ireland’s architectural heritage with a wider audience. Since 2012 the blog has developed an international following, now averaging 600-700 views per day (over a quarter of a million annually). Robert O’Byrne’s Romantic Irish Homes (ISBN 978-190886-290-7) has sold over 8,000 copies worldwide.
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200 colour photographs
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La Vie est Belle The elegant art of living in the French style Henrietta Heald La Vie est Belle is the perfect gift for Francophiles or those with a passion for the best things in life – elegant interiors, ageless beauty and fine food and wine. This celebration and distillation of the spirit of France provides a privileged glimpse inside 18 ravishing French homes, from chateaux to farmhouses, as well as the regions in which they are set, including Normandy, Brittany, the Ile de Ré, Paris, Provence, the Loire and Bordeaux. The book also features insightful essays on the traditions and characteristics of French life, including pavement cafés, vineyards, classic French furniture and fabrics, regional food specialities and more. Interspersed throughout the book are recipes for authentic French dishes and quotations from great writers and philosophers, designed to immerse you in the culture and ambience of the French way of life.
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Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$50.00
Henrietta Heald is an writer and editor whose most recent book has been shortlisted for two literary prizes. Her love of France dates from childhood, since when she has been a regular visitor to the country, learning at first hand about its history, culture, food and wine.
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9781788790673
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Ryland Peters and Small
Imprint
RPS Books
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NA
Category
Home Design
Format
280 x 220 mm
Extent
208pp
Illustrations
Full colour photography
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New edition of the original bestselling title, which has sold over 17,500 copies worldwide.
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France has an enduring appeal – it is the most visited country in the world and had 89 million visitors in 2017. Features evocative photography of French scenery and interiors. Follows in the footsteps of RPS’s best-selling The French Home, which has sold more than 45,000 copies worldwide.
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Pink House Living For People Cheating on Fashion with Furniture Emily Murray Pink has become the hottest colour in interiors. Quartz Pink was the Pantone colour of 2016 and since then the hue has gone from strength to strength, playing a starring role at the 2018 Milan Design Week.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Pink House Living is a beautiful, practical guide to decorating with pink by Emily Murray of the award-winning The Pink House blog. Emily draws on her recent interiors projects to guide the reader through their own rose-tinted renovations and includes case studies on well-known interiors experts that reveal their use of pink, their go-to paint shades and where they glean 'pinkspiration'. Pink House Living is not about decorating your home in pink from rooftop to rugs, but a look at how the colour can be used alongside other hues – sometimes sparingly, sometimes in spades. Divided up by room, the book uses the colour pink and its history as a starting point from which to discuss the decorating process. Readers will be entertained by Emily’s interiors insights and witty turn of phrase while gaining invaluable advice on adding pink – and colour in general – to their homes.
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AU$49.99
Author Details
ISBN
9781788790840
Publisher
Ryland Peters and Small
Imprint
RPS Books
Emily Murray is a lifestyle journalist who writes for Stylist, Glamour, Grazia, The Guardian and Condé Nast Publications and the award-winning blogger behind The Pink House blog. Emily is passionate about the colour pink, as are the readers of her award-winning blog and the 53k+ followers of her Instagram account @pinkhouseliving, after which this book is named.
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Gardening
Format
235 x 190 mm
Extent
176pp
Illustrations
200 colour photographs
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NA
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Emily’s Instagram account has a following of more than 54,000 and is currently growing by 500–600 followers per week. Emily’s awards include the ‘Best Written Blog’ Amara Interior Blog Awards 2017 and the Best Interiors Instagram Account Sheerluxe Award 2017. She was named as one of the top 50 UK influencers by the Sunday Telegraph. She has just launched her own capsule collection of armchairs and cushions with Sofas & Stuff at the 2018 House & Garden festival.
Autocomplete: The Book Justin Hook A curated collection of the funniest, saddest, strangest, and most beautiful autocomplete suggestions that search engines have to offer.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$27.99
ISBN
9781452177618
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Adult
Series
NA
Category
Humour
Format
152 x 203 mm
Extent
224pp
Illustrations
Two-colour illustrations throughout
Age Range
NA
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Every time we do an Internet search, we're contributing to autocomplete. And every time a browser autocompletes our search query, with a word or even a phrase, it's showing us what millions of other people all over the world actually searched for, from "Why is Ryan Gosling… eating cereal?" to "If the Earth is round… why are shoes flat?" This book takes the best, real autocomplete suggestions offered up by popular search engines, and compiles them into one hilarious, fascinating, and mildly disturbing collection. The author provides the search queries, and then uses computer code to extract ten autocomplete suggestions, ranked from most to least common. The best results are funny, sad, strange, and beautiful. They provide a nearly unfiltered look at what people actually search for when they think no one's watching, and just maybe, they show us that we're all more alike than we think: even in our deepest, darkest Internet history.
Author Details Justin Hook is a writer and producer living in Los Angeles. His writing credits include FOX's Bob's Burgers, Cartoon Network's Dragons: Riders of Berk, and Simpsons Comics . He is currently producing a game show pilot at Vice Studios based on his concept. He is the creator of numerous viral internet games including What's My Starbucks Name? , Push Trump Off A Cliff Again! and Google Feud . Hook is a summa cum laude graduate of Boston University, a former IT Guy at Harvard Business School, and a native of West Michigan.
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Autocomplete is based off the huge success of Google Feud, a game online that has been played over 1 billion times. The game has over 1.3 million monthly visitors. It has been played on Comedy Central's @midnight and Fullscreen's Celebs React, and was talked about by Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show. It has been featured in TIME, Huffington Post, Vice, Slate, Business Insider and many, many more. It went viral in 2014 and had its most popular year ever in 2017. Play the game here: http://www.googlefeud.com/ Google Feud has been huge with Youtubers: It has been featured in videos by many of today's top content creators, including Dan & Phil, Markiplier, Jacksepticeye, Gloom, and Smosh. No book of this kind currently exists. 40% of Google Feud's audience is international, and is not region-specific. The book will be advertised heavily to Google Feud's website: 1.3 million (minimum) monthly users, 10,000 Facebook fans, 50,000 email subscribers and 500,000 monthly visitors to author's other game websites. Author will do a live show of Autocomplete at the prestigious UCB Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring hilarious comedians, and give away a copy of the book. Hook hosts other popular online games like What's My Starbuck's Name?, Photobomber, and more. A Google Feud App is in the works, as is a potential TV game show!
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Animal Anatomy Sniff Tips, Running Sticks, and Other Accurately-Named Animal Parts Sophie Corrigan Cute animal illustrations that parody traditional anatomical drawings with funny made-up labels that make perfect sense. Sophie Corrigan's Animal Anatomy is a collection of cute and funny animal illustrations that parody traditional anatomical drawings with funny nonsensical (though they make complete sense) labels. A tree frog, for example sports "clingy jazz hands," a raccoon face is otherwise known as a "sneaky bandito mask," and a velociraptor's claws are labeled "disembowly prowlies." Real animal facts, animal art, and fun animal puns (much of it brand new and specifically created for this book) is interspersed throughout. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$27.99
ISBN
9781452174495
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Adult
Series
NA
Category
Humour
Format
203 x 203 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
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SOR
Author Details Sophie Corrigan is a freelance illustrator whose work mainly focuses around the animal kingdom injected with humour. She has illustrated for Tesco Magazine , Hallmark Cards, Moonpig, Ohh Deer, Jellycat, Healthy Planet, Felt Studios, and more. Her work has been stocked by John Lewis, Paperchase, Urban Outfitters, Sainsbury's, Clinton Cards, Hot Topic, Topshop, Tes¬co, The Range, Ryman Stationery, Calendar Club, SOMA Gallery, Yard Gallery, ASOS and the RSPCA shop. She lives above a little lolly shop in the UK.
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The tone of the art and text is immediately cute, funny, and playful. Sophie captures a particular internet-speak for animals that are of the moment and familiar. Sophie has created work for huge brands, such as Hallmark and Tesco, and products have been sold at Urban Outfitters, ASOS, Hot Topic, and more. She has over 38,000 followers on Instagram (@ladyaxolotl), and has created a business selling her products on her website. Sophie has a master's in children's illustration, but her art speaks to all ages.
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Practical Princess: Perfect Wardrobe Declutter and re-jig your closet to transform your life Elika Gibbs Bring order to your wardrobe, love your clothes again, and get dressed in an instant with the help of the Practical Princess. In Practical Princess Perfect Wardrobe, the stylist, organisational whizz and wardrobe expert Elika Gibbs shares the secrets of her unique three-step process, putting the luxury of a complete wardrobe edit and makeover within everyone’s reach. Elika starts with a clear-sighted wardrobe assessment that’s designed to help you dress for the life you lead, and offers plenty of hand-holding as you clear out your closet. Once you’ve decided exactly what to keep and what needs to go, the next step is to reorganise, rehang and colour-coordinate your clothing. Finally, Elika focuses on savvy and successful shopping to fill the gaps. The result? A hard-working, streamlined wardrobe that makes it easy to get dressed and easy to feel confident about yourself.
Author Details Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$24.99
ISBN
9781788790703
Publisher
Ryland Peters and Small
Imprint
RPS Books
Series
NA
Category
Humour
Format
210 x 170 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
120 colour photographs
Age Range
NA
Terms
FS
Elika Gibbs – a.k.a the Practical Princess – has been waving her magic wand over women’s wardrobes for more than three decades. Known for her infectious personality, impeccable eye and encyclopaedic knowledge of designers and their collections, she has worked with everyone from Kate Moss and Tamara Mellon to royalty and international socialites and travels the globe for her loyal, much-loved clients.
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New edition of the original bestselling title (ISBN: 9781849751148), which has sold over 14,500 copies worldwide.
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Shares the secrets of the unique Practical Princess process, which Elika uses to arrange the wardrobes of some of the world’s best-dressed women. Whether you're decluttering, downsizing or putting together a capsule wardrobe, Elika will help you achieve ‘closet clarity’ and learn to love your clothes again.
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Loo-niversity Leave the can feeling lighter and brighter with these 50 easily digestible lessons Nathan Joyce 50 key lessons explained in the time it takes to use the toilet. Let’s face it, we’ve all got a few gaps in our knowledge that we’d like to fill – the sort of things we know we should know, but never got round to learning. Perhaps you are never quite sure of exactly what caused the First World War or were always embarrassed to admit you have no idea who Poor Yorick was. Maybe you used to be able to calculate the circumference of a circle but have forgotten, or always wanted to understand Freud’s theory of psychoanalysis. So, what better time to start learning than while on the loo? We’ve taken 50 subjects and summarised them into easily digestible chunks — the perfect length to educate while you defecate. Get ready to expand your mind while you contract your bowels and to get smart while you fart. It’s time to hit the books…
Author Details Nathan Joyce is a writer, editor and trivia buff. As a compiler of numerous trivia and history books, he's perfectly placed to summarise the key world events, literary works, scientific theories, and more that feature in Loo-niversity. He lives in Brighton, East Sussex. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
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A fun mash-up of the toilet book and the trivia book, both perennial favourites for the gift market.
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AU$16.99
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Includes over 50 five-minute lessons spread across five subjects: Literature, Science, History, The Arts and Politics. Learn the plot of War and Peace, a brief history of modern art, the rise and fall of the British Empire and much more.
ISBN
9781911026839
Publisher
Ryland Peters and Small
Imprint
RPS Books
Series
NA
Category
Humour
Format
186 x 123 mm
Extent
64pp
Illustrations
20 colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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Wrinklies: Growing Old Disgracefully Filled with Immature Wit from Mature Minds Haskins Mike and Clive Whichelow
Growing older doesn't mean you have to grow up! If you're the sort of golden oldie who still likes to party hard, chats up strangers in bars, listens to loud music (and not because your hearing is going), or dresses so outrageously that your grandchildren beg you to "tone it down", then this book is for you. Full of irreverent advice on how to misbehave and put the younger generation to shame, Wrinklies Growing Old Disgracefully is a hilarious celebration of mis-spent seniority, written by two successful comedy sketch writers.
Author Details Mike Haskins is a comedy researcher and writer of books, jokes and sketches. He has written for comedians Smith & Jones, Hale & Pace and Rory Bremner, as well as for the following television and radio shows: Dead Ringers, It's Been a Bad Week, Smack the Pony, Bruiser, TV To Go, The Right Time, Man Stroke Woman and Monkey Dust, among others. He co-wrote the best-selling Man Walks into a Bar, the successful Laugh, Cackle & Howl Joke Book, and Classic Comedy Quotes. He lives in Wallasey, Merseyside. Clive Whichelow is a freelance journalist and comedy writer. He has written for Rory Bremner, Jonathan Ross, Spitting Image and many others as well as for the Mail on Sunday, the Daily Express, the Mirror and various magazines. He has also contributed to two editions of the 'Journolists' books. Clive has also published a number of humour titles.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$19.99 | NZ$22.99
ISBN
9781911610236
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The Wrinklies brand has been hugely successful: Prion has sold hundreds of thousands of copies in this series so far.
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Carlton Publishing Group
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The perfect gift for cool grandparents. This title has a naughty edge, for the sorts of people who have lived a long life... and lived it to the full! Other titles in the Wrinklies series include: Wrinklies Wordly Wit & Wisdom, Wrinklies Classic Joke Book and Wrinklies Logic
Category
Humour
Format
198 x 129 mm
Extent
192pp
Illustrations
Text only
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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Puzzles: Brainteasers for Golden Oldies.
Wrinklies: Wiser & Wittier A Whimsical Collection of Quotations from Entertainingly Experienced Individuals Allison Vale and Alison Rattle
More than 1,500 amusing, interesting, and thought-provoking sayings and quotations on all aspects of ageing are gathered in this collection.
''I truly believe if you think yourself young, you'll convince others too. It's largely a matter of mind over cellulite.'' Penny Thornton. "Youth is when you're allowed to stay up late on New Year's Eve. Middle age is when you're forced to.'' Bill Vaughn. ''People started to tell me that I wasn't young anymore early on in my career. When, at twenty-five, I told a Hollywood producer my age, he informed me cynically, Twenty-five? Honey, that's not young in this town anymore.'' Joan Collins,The Art of Living Well.
Author Details Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$19.99 | NZ$22.99
ISBN
9781911610229
Publisher
Carlton Publishing Group
Imprint
Carlton Books
Series
NA
Category
Humour
Format
198 x 129 mm
Extent
191pp
Illustrations
Text only
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Alison Rattle worked in London as a fashion designer before moving into publishing. She lives in Somerset with her partner and three children. She was co-author of Hell House and Other True Hauntings , Liquor and Laudanum and Wrinklies' Wit & Wisdom Rides again and Mothers' Wit .
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The latest addition to the highly successful Wrinklies series, which has sold hundreds of thousands of copies so far.
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Includes quotes by Douglas Adams, John Cleese, Joan Collins, Dolly Parton, George Clooney, Steve Martin, Joanna Lumley,
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Spike Milligan, Groucho Marx, Cilla Black and David Attenborough, amongst others. The ideal gift for oldies of all ages.
Book Love Debbie Tung Bookworms rejoice! These charming comics capture exactly what it feels like to be head-over-heels for hardcovers. Book Love is a gift book of comics tailor-made for tea-sipping, spine-sniffing, book-hoarding bibliophiles. Debbie Tung’s comics are humorous and instantly recognisable – making readers laugh while precisely conveying the thoughts and habits of book nerds. Book Love is the ideal gift to let a book lover know they’re understood and appreciated.
Author Details Deborah “Debbie” Tung is a cartoonist and illustrator from Birmingham, England. Her comics are based on simple everyday life moments and her love for books and tea. She currently lives in Birmingham, UK, with her husband.
Key Information • Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$24.99 | NZ$27.99
ISBN
9781449494285
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Graphic Novels
Format
178 x 127 mm
Extent
144pp
Illustrations
B&W illustrations throughout
Age Range
NA
Terms
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Debbie's social media presence 'Where's My Bubble' has a strong following with over: 60,000 Facebook followers, 21,000 Instagram followers, 20,000 Tumblr followers, and 4,000 Twitter followers. Tung's comics have been featured by Huffington Post, BoredPanda, Susan Cain’s Quiet Revolution, Introverts are Awesome, Pulptastic, and Goodreads. A gift book targeted at book lovers and book nerds – who make up a huge portion of the book-buying public.
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A Beginner's Guide to Goat Yoga Yes, it is actually a thing Sarah Jackson Move over Pilates, take a hike Zumba, because here’s the new health craze taking gyms and…er… farms everywhere by storm. Goat Yoga is the latest craze to sweep the Internet, as all the cool kids line up to have billy goats join in with their salutes to the sun and downward dogs. In this hilarious guide, goat yoga instructor Gary will show how you too can join in the fun and flourish just like your farmyard friends. Namaste.
Author Details Sarah Jackson is the illustrator behind the Stormy Knight greeting card brand and spends most of her time designing cheery pun-filled cards from her studio in Bristol. She is the author of A Sloth's Guide to Taking It Easy.
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Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$19.99
ISBN
9781911026853
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
Stationery
Format
186 x 123 mm
Extent
64pp
Illustrations
40 colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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Features all new specially commissioned illustrations.
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Goat yoga has been a hit with celebrities including Khloe Kardashian, Kevin Hart and Ozzy Osbourne. Sarah's cards are available in John Lewis, Selfridges and other national retail chains in the UK and last year her work was nominated in two categories at the prestigious Henries, the UK's premier award ceremony for the greetings card industry.
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Stargazing at Noon Amanda Torroni Whether between points of lights in the sky or the freckles on a lover’s skin, Amanda Torroni’s poetry finds the beautiful patterns in the material of life. In this collection, Amanda Torroni expands on her previously published chapbook, Stargazing at Noon, adding over seventy poems and brand-new material. Torroni writes about intimacy, distance, the body, self-doubt, nostalgia, and love – both lost and found. Her poems weave disparate source material into beautiful metaphor; readers are as likely to find Plato and neurological terminology as they are moonlit lovers and broken hearts.
Author Details Amanda Torroni is a graduate of the honours college at the College of Charleston, where she studied philosophy. Her creative writing career started while studying abroad in Rome, and since then she’s self-published four books, cultivated a strong following online, and read her work at venues across the country. She lives in Charleston, South Carolina, where she works as an independent writer and freelance editor.
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Amanda Torroni is actively and intentionally working on building her following with almost 60,000 Instagram followers.
Binding
Paperback
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Price
AU$24.99 | NZ$27.99
ISBN
9781449495619
Fans love her. Torroni has over 230 Etsy reviews, averaging 5/5 stars. Etsy chapbook edition of Stargazing at Noon has generated US $25,000 in sales. Torroni is a highly motivated creator (previously handling all her own publishing, branding, marketing, and distribution), and her spoken-word performance experience could be leveraged for book promotion.
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Poetry
Format
203 x 127 mm
Extent
TBC
Illustrations
Text only
Age Range
NA
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I Wrote This for You Iain S. Thomas "I need you to understand something. I wrote this for you. I wrote this for you and only you. Everyone else who reads it, doesn't get it." Started 2007, I Wrote This For You is an acclaimed exploration of hauntingly beautiful words, photography and emotion that's unique to each person who reads it. This book gathers together nearly 200 of the most beautiful entries into four distinct chapters; Sun, Moon, Stars, Rain. Together with several new and exclusive poems that don't appear anywhere else, each chapter of I Wrote This For You focuses on a different facet of life, love, loss, beginnings and endings.
Author Details Iain S. Thomas is a writer and new media artist. He is the author of several books, the most popular of which is I Wrote This For You. Originally an online verse and photography project widely considered to be at the forefront of popular contemporary poetry, it has gone on to became a worldwide phenomenon. When he’s not writing, drawing or working, he spends time with his family in the outdoors in Cape Town, South Africa.
Key Information Publication
01 February 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$32.99 | NZ$36.99
ISBN
9781449497019
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Poetry
Format
216 x 140 mm
Extent
208pp
Illustrations
B&W and colour photography
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Available 1 February
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With hundreds of thousands of copies sold, these books have been huge bestsellers with a big opportunity to build on this success. Iain Thomas regularly tours and reads for his passionate fans. Iain Thomas is South African and his books have sold well in the international market.
To the small.
T H E D E D I C AT I O N L I S T
To the star counters.
To the cloud watchers. To the inspired. To the birds.
To everyone who’s ever cried. To everyone who’s ever tried.
To those who pull themselves up off the floor.
To those who can still find love in their hearts, even after everything.
To those who paint the world each day with the colours of their feelings. To those who hope. To you.*
*Thank you.
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Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let the pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place.
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T H E L AY E R S U N S E E N
There is magic even here, in gridlock, in loneliness, in too much work, in late nights gone on too long, in shopping trolleys with broken wheels, in boredom, in tax returns, the same magic that made a man write about a princess that slept until she was kissed, long golden hair draped over a balcony and fingers pricked with needles. There is magic even here, in potholes along back-country roads, in not having the right change (you pat your pockets), arriving late and missing the last train home, the same magic that caused a woman in France to think that God spoke to her, that made another sit down at the front of a bus and refuse to move, that lead a man to think that maybe the world wasn’t flat and the moon could be walked upon by human feet. There is magic. Even here. In office cubicles.
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T H E F I R S T S I G N I S TA K I N G S T R A N G E PICTURES
I have pretended to go mad in order to tell you the things I need to. I call it art. Because art is the word we give to our feelings made public. And art doesn’t worry anyone.
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THE BIBLIOGRAPHY OF STRINGS
And you taught me what this feels like. And then how it feels to lose it. And you showed me who I wanted. And then who I wasn’t. And you ticked every box. And then drew a line. And you weren’t mine to begin with. And then not to end with. And you looked like everything I wanted. And then became something I hated. And you get thought of every day. And then not in a good way. And you let me leave. And then wish I’d stayed. And you almost killed me. But I didn’t die.
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I Wrote This for You and Only You Iain S. Thomas "I need you to understand something. I wrote this for you. I wrote this for you and only you. Everyone else who reads it, doesn't get it." The follow-up to the international #1 bestselling collection of prose and photography, I Wrote This For You And Only is the third book in the I Wrote This For You series and gathers together the very best entries in the project from 2011 to 2015. Started in 2007, I Wrote This For You is an internationally acclaimed exploration of hauntingly beautiful words, photography and emotion that's unique to each person that reads it.
Author Details Pleasefindthis is the pen name for poet Iain S. Thomas, who together with photographer Jon Ellis, created the worldwide smash success I Wrote This For You , a collection of personal, anonymous poetry and photography. While Iain and Jon work on a variety of projects and books in their day to day lives, they passionately continue on with the original project which has connected them to their thousands of fans around the world.
Key Information Publication
01 February 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$32.99 | NZ$36.99
ISBN
9781449497026
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Poetry
Format
216 x 140 mm
Extent
224pp
Illustrations
B&W and colour photography
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Available 1 February
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With hundreds of thousands of copies sold, these books have been huge bestsellers with the opportunity to build on their success. Iain Thomas regularly tours and reads for his passionate fans. Iain Thomas is South African and his books have sold well in the international market.
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T H E S TA R S L O O K L I K E D R O P S O F W H I T E PA I N T I know you might think that you’re just sitting there, looking at some random book, reading some stupid words and maybe the world has told you who you are for so long that you’ve started to believe it. But, please, remember that you’re so much more than this. Remember who you really are.
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THE ANXIETY INHERENT IN AIR
If you must know, this is what I’m scared of. I’m scared that everyone else is more who they are than I am who I am. I think everyone else just looks at the things they feel or think and says, “Of course this is what I feel or think, this is who I am.” But I am never sure of what I feel or think.
And I’m scared because I’m holding all the things I could feel or think on a boat that the slightest breeze could tip over and if that happens, I will fall with all of it into the water. I am scared I will be left with nothing and no idea who I am. I am scared of the wind.
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T H E NAT U R E O F S C I E N C E
I have theories about what it takes to talk to you again.
I have theories about what normal is supposed to feel like.
I have theories about how many times a heart can be heard. Just theories.
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I Wrote This for You: 2007-2017 Iain S. Thomas I need you to understand something... Ten years ago, I started writing this for you. I wrote it for you and only you. Since then, millions of other people have read it, but none have understood it the way you understand it. I set out to find you a long time ago and today, I'm so glad I finally have. Thank you for reading these words.
Author Details Iain S. Thomas is a writer and new media artist. He is the author of several books, the most popular of which is I Wrote This For You. Originally an online verse and photography project widely considered to be at the forefront of popular contemporary poetry, it has gone on to became a worldwide phenomenon. When he’s not writing, drawing or working, he spends time with his family in the outdoors in Cape Town, South Africa.
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Publication
01 February 2019
Binding
Hardback
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Price
AU$39.99 | NZ$45.00
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ISBN
9781449497040
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Poetry
Format
229 x 178 mm
Extent
320pp
Illustrations
B&W photography
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Available 1 February
With hundreds of thousands of copies sold, these books have been huge bestsellers with the opportunity to build on their success. Iain Thomas regularly tours and reads for his passionate fans. Iain Thomas is South African and his books have sold well in the international market.
You were not put here to impress others, to be better than others or to beat others at all costs. You were not put here to compare yourself to others and your success is not dependent on someone else’s failure. You were not put here to put others in their place, to teach them a lesson or lecture them about who they are. You can and should help others but don’t treat others like they’re broken just because they’re not who you think they should be - you were not put here to fix others. You were not put here to rise above others. You are unique but not special and that’s not a bad thing because it means all of us can achieve some kind of greatness. You were not put here to be against others. You were put here with others.
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The Taking Of Turns
The Song Across The Wires
Monday, June 14, 2010
Friday, A pril 16, 2010
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You are in some songs that still get played on the radio when the DJ is feeling nostalgic. You are in a book you once lent me (never returned) with yellowed pages. You are in trees when I touch them, even ones without names carved into them. You are in the way someone on the street laughs as I pass them. You are in a box I keep filled with letters.
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I’m a picture without a frame. A poem without a rhyme. A car with three wheels. A sun without fire. I am a gun without bullets. I am the truth without someone to hear it. I am a feeling without someone to feel it. This is who I am. A mess without you. Something beautiful with you.
You are in a ring I no longer wear. And, every day, you each get a moment to haunt me.
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The Hidden Clocks _
Monday, N ov em ber 9, 2015
Don’t stop searching. There is no comfort in giving up. There are large parts of you that don’t exist yet. The greatest you you could be, is still waiting to be found. Get up and look.
The Evidence Of History _
We dn e sday, Fe br u ar y 11, 2009
Sometimes I touch the things you used to touch, looking for echoes of your fingers.
The Catwalk In The Sky _
S unday, Januar y 17, 2010
And it may look to you like I’m just walking through your city with my head held high. But in my head, I am not in your city.
The Sweet Release _
We dn e sday, May 19, 2010
If you blur your eyes, the streetlights become hundreds of ghosts going home.
The Things That Might Happen To Us _
T hursday, Febr uar y 16, 2017
I don’t understand how you can be so worried about what might happen, when what might not happen, is so much worse.
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T hursday, Se pte mbe r 10, 2009
You could ink yourself until everyone knows all the things you love. You could wear uniforms that gave you all the authority in the world. Lose weight until there was nothing left. Paint your face. Suck in your gut. But in the dark, stripped down to your bones, all that remains is you.
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I Wrote This for You: Just the Words Iain S. Thomas The follow-up to the #1 bestseller, I Wrote This for You Wrote This For You: Just The Words presents twice the number of entries with over 400 works from the internationally acclaimed poetry and photography project; including several new and never before seen poems. While focusing on the words from the project, new photography launches each section which speaks to the reader's journey through the world: Love Found, Being In Love, Love Lost, Hope, Despair, Living and Dying.
Author Details Iain S. Thomas is a writer and new media artist. He is the author of several books, the most popular of which is I Wrote This For You . Originally an online verse and photography project widely considered to be at the forefront of popular contemporary poetry, it has gone on to became a worldwide phenomenon. When he’s not writing, drawing or working, he spends time with his family in the outdoors in Cape Town, South Africa.
Key Information • Publication
01 February 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$26.99 | NZ$29.99
ISBN
9781449497033
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Poetry
Format
216 x 140 mm
Extent
216pp
Illustrations
B&W photography
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Available 1 February
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With hundreds of thousands of copies sold, these books have been huge bestsellers with the opportunity to build on their success. Iain Thomas regularly tours and reads for his passionate fans. Iain Thomas is South African and his books have sold well in the international market.
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The Strangest Books You’ve written my story backwards. You’ve taken my chapter out of your book. Now I’m just a prologue. A dedication. For you.
c The First Sign Is Taking Strange Pictures I have pretended to go mad in order to tell you the things I need to. I call it art. Because “art” is the word we give to our feelings made public. And art doesn’t worry anyone.
c The Light Of Future Memories You make me nostalgic for a love that hasn’t even happened yet.
c The Lipstick On The Window The words “I love you” become nothing but noise. But that’s why we kiss. To say with our lips what we couldn’t before.
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The Shape Of Air You love the way air moves. And now I can no longer breathe.
c The Day Tomorrow Came I know you’re busy doing all the things you always planned to do but remember, today is also the day that you kiss me.
c The Loneliest Personal Ad Introvert seeks someone you can’t trust. Apply without.
c The Seat Next To You When I sit near you, my hands suddenly become alien things and I don’t know where to put them or what they usually do, like this is the first time I’ve ever had hands and maybe they go in my pockets and maybe they don’t.
c The Shipwreck In My Head Everything you do, you pay for. So if you’re going to kiss me, you’d best be prepared to bleed. 4
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The Amazing Something The feeling you get when you think of something amazing then forget it and know that it felt amazing but you can’t remember the details. Then, minutes later, you remember it again and you’re so grateful because you nearly lost something amazing, forever. Except, this time, it’s a person. Not an idea.
c The Bleach You are your hair and your eyes and your thoughts. You are what you look at and what you feel and what you do about it. The light from the sun is still a part of the sun. My thoughts of you are as real as any part of you.
c The Missed Appointment So yes, we could kiss. I could kiss you and you could kiss me. There’s no science, plane ticket or clock stopping us. But if we kiss, it will end the world. And I’ve ended the world before. No one survived. Least of all me.
c The Shape Falls At Your Feet Maybe it’s because you’re one of those people who believes that sometimes, the most reckless thing you can do with your heart, is not being reckless with it.
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Keep Going 10 Ways to Stay Creative in Good Times and Bad Austin Kleon
C OV E R
Keep Going shows you how to stay true to and focused on your own creative vision when the world seems out of control. In ten heavily illustrated, inspiring chapters, bestselling author Austin Kleon offers advice, stories, and anecdotes that teach the reader how to persist in doing work that helps make a world worth living in.
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The world is crazy. Creative work is hard. And nothing is getting any easier!
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$24.99
ISBN
9781523506644
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Imprint
Workman
Series
NA
Category
Self Help
Format
152 x 152 mm
Extent
224pp
Illustrations
B&W illustrations throughout
Age Range
NA
Terms
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In his previous books – Steal Like an Artist and Show Your Work! , New York Times bestsellers with over a million copies in print combined – Austin Kleon gave readers the key to unlock their creativity and then showed them how to share it. Now he completes his trilogy with his most inspiring work yet. Keep Going gives the reader life-changing, illustrated advice and encouragement on how to stay creative, focused, and true to yourself in the face of personal burnout or external distractions. Here is how to Build a Bliss Station – a place or fixed period where you can disconnect from the world. How to see that Every Day Is Groundhog Day – yesterday’s over, tomorrow may never come, so just do what you can do today. How to Forget the Noun, Do the Verb – stop worrying about being a “painter” and just paint. Keep working. Keep playing. Keep searching. Keep giving. Keep living. Keep Going. It’s exactly the message all of us need, at exactly the right time.
Author Details Austin Kleon is a writer who draws. He is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Steal Like an Artist and Show Your Work! His work has been featured on NPR’s Morning Edition, PBS Newshour, and in the New York Times and Wall Street Journal . He also speaks frequently about creativity in the digital age for such organisations as Pixar, Google, SXSW, TEDx, and The Economist. He lives in Austin, Texas, and online at austinkleon.com.
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Steal Like an Artist has 747,000 copies in print, and Austin Kleon's three books for Workman have more than 1.1 million copies in print combined. Here are smart, short pieces of wisdom that can shift the mindset and prompt action, especially in the face of burnout, distraction, and a feeling of hopelessness in the world. Packed with simple but life-changing ideas that can be quickly incorporated into a daily routine to help spark creativity and fresh thinking ("Build a bliss station." "Airplane mode can be a way of life." "Learn to say no." And "The demons hate fresh air" — advocating that time outdoors is the best antidote to creative block.), as well as big thoughts about the creative life.
Lone Brainstormer A Solopreneur's Field Guide to Ideation Nation Carrie Anton Part business resource, part inspirational workbook, The Lone Brainstormer is a visually-driven idea generator that teaches selfemployed professionals – be they artists, freelancers, or CEOs – the habits they need to bring out their hidden creative talents. Offering tips, tools, and exercises aimed at crushing mental blocks and forging ahead with fresh ideas, The Lone Brainstormer is a beautifully illustrated book for anyone who has found their calling and needs help sustaining it.
Author Details Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$29.99 | NZ$32.99
ISBN
9781449496289
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Self Help
Format
203 x 165 mm
Extent
160pp
Illustrations
TBC
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Carrie Anton worked as a full-time author and editor for American Girl Publications’ Advice & Activity line from 2005 through 2013, during which time she wrote four contemporary nonfiction books for girls ages 8 to 12. Anton left the cube life in 2013 to grow Wonder: An Idea Studio while girl bossing as a freelance writer. Her writing has been published by Women’s Health, Family Circle, Oxygen, Draft, Outside, Fitness Rx for Women , and others.
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Only idea-generation guidebook on the market for professionals operating solo.
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Due to a limited job market and increasing desire for flexibility and creativity at work, more and more young people are leaving the office. There are currently 53 million people doing freelance work in the US alone (over one-third of the country's work force). Visually-driven book of modern inspiration as well as practical tips, tricks, and exercises. More than just a "business book." Strong appeal for millennial women: as they settle into their careers or become mothers, lots of millennial women are working from home as freelancers or starting their own businesses.
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Animal Spirit Guides Discover your power animal and the shamanic path Chris Luttichau Using the traditional rituals of the shaman, such as drumming, visualisation and dreaming, discover more than 50 power animals and the special gifts they offer. All animals, from the wolf to the ant and the mongoose to the fox, carry a message of guidance and hope. Animal Spirit Guides presents a unique insight into power animals through first-hand encounters in the wild in America, Mexico and Europe. As a healer and educator, Chris communicates his encounters in a manner that is soulful and immediate. The gifts he reveals will inspire you to move forward through life and manifest your full potential. This guide will introduce you to the esoteric methods of working with animal guides, including shape shifting while dreaming and reading signs and omens to receive divine messages that come through animals. With specially commissioned paintings by Melissa Launay, Animal Spirit Guides will inspire you to work with the amazing energies of your personal power animal.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$22.99
ISBN
9781782497035
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Chris Luttichau has been on the path of shamanism for more than 20 years and has travelled worldwide, learning from healers, elders and shamans living close to the earth. A respected teacher and healer, in his workshops he makes classical shamanism accessible to the modern world, sharing wisdom based on a respect for the earth that is rooted in old shamanic cultures. Topics such as ancestors, dreaming and prayer often not included in Western core shamanism are a part of his teachings. In 1998 he founded the international teaching organisation Northern Drum Shamanic Centre and has conducted workshops in Mexico, the USA, Germany, Finland, Ireland and the UK. Originally from Denmark, Chris is now based in Cornwall.
Series
NA
Key Information
Category
New Age/Inspirational
Format
210 x 170 mm
Extent
160pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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The perfect gift for those new to shamanism and others interested in the natural world.
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Links to ‘green’ issues as shamanism encourages respect for the earth and all animals. ‘A shamanic revival is under way in the UK, as practitioners and mainstream psychiatrists embrace cleansing rituals and spirit animals.’ (Raconteur, March 2017) Animal Messages (ISBN 9781904991847), also published by CICO, has sold over 42,000 copies worldwide.
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44 Ways to Talk to Your Angels Connect with the angels’ love and healing Liz Dean and Jayne Wallace Tune into angel messages and experience the power of love and healing. 44 Ways to Talk to Your Angels brings you traditional and not-so-traditional ways to meet your angelic guides. Liz Dean and Jayne Wallace unveil the signs of angelic presence and demonstrate the best ways to get closer to these celestial beings, with each tip illustrated by award-winning artist Sarah Perkins. Discover the signs and symbols that let you know your angels are nearby, and connect with them using colours, flowers and crystals to strengthen your connection with the angelic realms. Learn, too, how to ask angels for help with everyday needs and personal challenges such as healing a relationship rift, letting go of the past and sending healing to loved ones.
Author Details Liz Dean is the author of thirteen tarot decks and books. She is a fully-qualified Angelic Reiki Master Teacher and provides angelic healing at Psychic Sisters in Selfridges department store in London. She lives in Roker, near Sunderland.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$22.99
ISBN
9781782497042
Jayne Wallace is the founder of Psychic Sisters, a team of talented clairvoyants working from her concession at Selfridges department store, and has a monthly column in Fate & Fortune. She lives in Essex.
Publisher
CICO
Key Information
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
New Age/Inspirational
Format
210 x 170 mm
Extent
144pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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Provides readers with practical, simple ideas and step-by-step instructions to help them channel their angels.
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The previous edition of 44 Ways to Talk to Your Angels (ISBN 9781782491644) sold over 5,800 copies worldwide. As the founder of Psychic Sisters, Jayne Wallace has a large and loyal following. Her clients include Tracey Emin and Kim Kardashian. She appears regularly in the national press, and her TV work includes This Morning, Big Brother's Little Brother and The Wright Stuff. She is also the author of Oceanic Tarot (ISBN 9781782493396), which has sold over 14,000 copies worldwide. Liz Dean also has a loyal following. She is the author of CICO's bestselling The Art of Tarot (9781904991045, over 253,000 copies sold worldwide) and The Golden Tarot (9781906094867, over 95,000 copies sold worldwide), as well as the official HBO Game of Thrones Tarot.
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Cat Tarot 78 Cards and Guidebook Megan Lynn Kott Seek answers to your past, purresent, and future directly from our feline companions in this modern and entertaining cat-themed tarot deck. Are you seeking guidance right meow? Trying to make sense of your past, purresent, and future? Seek answers in the cards with a new tarot deck led by the oldest symbol of wisdom, divination, and inspiration: the cat! Cat Tarot offers guidance and insight directly from our feline companions in a fresh, entertaining update to the classic RiderWaite tarot deck, combining authenticity with a cat-friendly sense of humour. All the familiar cards are given a feline persuasion – the Hanged Man now the Hang-in-There-Kitty, the Devil now a devious dog – with suits to match – pentacles as kibble, cups as food bowls, wands as feather wands, and swords as claws. With Megan Lynn Kott's stunning illustrations and signature humour, this colourful set features the 78 cards of the Major and Minor Arcana, as well as a guidebook with directions on how to conduct a reading, interpretations for each card, and more, ready for both experienced and new tarot readers alike.
Author Details Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
All Cards
Megan Lynn Kott has been working for nearly a decade as a graphic designer and freelance illustrator. She paints cats, cute animals, sad animals, more cats, redheads, weird animals, and flowers. Currently, she works with a variety of clients such as Old Navy, Wildlife Works, and Tea Collection. In addition to being an artist, she is a lifelong cat lover – her first word was "kitty."
Price
AU$34.95
Key Information
ISBN
9781452173634
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Adult
Series
NA
Category
New Age/Inspirational
Format
133 x 82 mm
Extent
78pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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Tarot, divination, and mysticism have been on the wishlists of accounts across markets – accounts across channels are seeing success with giftable items that have a spiritual/divination bent. CATS!: there are only a few cat-themed tarot decks on the market – all of which are older comps with vintage/new age art to match. Megan's style is fresh and resonates well with a younger market, bringing a new voice and a modern look to the classic tarot. The closest comps are Potter Style's Dog Tarot from 2012 and Laurence King's Cat Gurus from 2018, both of which are oracle decks rather than tarot decks. While many tarot decks tend to be high-priced, this deck is only $34.95 to invite consumers who are curious or interested in tarot, but reluctant to overspend on more "serious" decks. The box itself also has an adorable cat peeping through a die-cut in the top and bottom as if it were a carrier or cat-tunnel, for a surprise and- delight package. Cat Lady Old Maid has been a smash-hit for the impulse gift and game category (17,000 copies sold in worldwide 9 months!), and a tongue-in-cheek Cat Tarot deck is the perfect follow-up, combining the classically familiar with Megan's modern catlady touch.
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The Secret Art of Being a Parent Tips, tricks, and lifesavers you don't have to learn the hard way Bridget Watson Payne This book is for readers that loved the original The Secret Art of Being a Grown-Up. Now grown up and with kids themselves, these readers will love coming back to this light and encouraging style. The natural follow-up to The Secret Art of Being a Grown-Up, this bright and friendly book is packed with non-judgmental tips, tricks, and perks to make parenting easier and more fun. The topics covered range from the practical to the emotional – but always with a light touch and playful tone – and the content focuses mostly on newborns and babies, but also has some advice for parenting toddlers. Each piece of bite-sized advice is presented in a graphic, illustrated format with quirky, colourful illustrations.
Author Details
Publication
01 March 2019
Bridget Watson Payne is a writer, artist, book editor, and parent. She is the author of The Secret Art of Being A Grown-Up, How Art Can Make You Happy , and How Was Your Day? also from Chronicle Books. She has been featured on KTVU, KATU, Minnesota Public Radio, Prairie Public Radio, Scholastic Teacher, the San Francisco Chronicle, Women Who Draw, Apartment Therapy, and Cup of Jo. She lives in San Francisco with her husband and daughter. You can see more of her work at bridgetwatsonpayne.com.
Binding
Hardback
Key Information
Price
AU$27.99
ISBN
9781452171227
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Adult
Series
NA
Category
Health/Related
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Format
178 x 127 mm
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Extent
128pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations throughout
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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This book perfectly links humour with light parenting – while avoiding the negative twist that many other light parenting books take. With quirky advice and fun illustrations, this is a unique take on new parent publishing that eschews the "follow these rules" tone and feel more like a fun and positive collection of parenting hacks. With the initial success of The Secret Art of Being a Grown-Up, this is a natural continuation of the line and perfect for fans of the original who are moving on to new adulthood adventures. Conspiratorial advice meets humour and whimsy in an easy breezy format that will appeal to anyone in search of accessible parenting wisdom sans judgement. Babies are born every day and the market for anything baby-related is always a strong category. Chronicle is known for both creating and marketing charming, giftable, and eye-catching books- and our lifestyle parenting list is no exception.
OR SOON-TO-BE-PARENT! WELCOME TO THIS BOOK!
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Hello, parent!
And the secret is: it’s both. And the even bigger secret is: it’s neither.
Yes, being a parent alters your whole reality. Yes, your life will never be the same again. And yes, you will
When you’re going to become a parent, or have
experience pure, unadulterated joy—the beating-
around you suddenly become extremely determined
bone-deep exhaustion—along with some of the most
contradictory things.
But here’s the thing: It will also just be life. Your life.
recently become one, the world and the people
heart magic of life itself. And yes, you will experience
to tell you two very big, important, and seemingly
exquisite annoyances ever known to humankind.
On the one hand, they want you to know that this
Going along the way life does. Only now with a very
transcendent thing you ever have done or ever will do
And all those other parents are so busy predicting
is going to be the most amazing, wonderful, joyful, in your life.
prominent and very small new cast member.
how the heavens will part the first time you see your
On the other hand, they want to be sure to let you
child, or how you’ll want to tear out your own hair
exhausting, overwhelming, daunting, confusing way
to tell you the really important stuff.
know that this is going to suck eggs in the most
from sleep deprivation two weeks in, that they forget
you’ve ever experienced.
The good stuff. The useful stuff.
And you’re just like: Wait, what? Huh? Make up your minds, people! Which is it!?
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child (page 72), or how to harness baby laughter as a natural mood elevator (page 60).
Which is where this book comes in. Practical smarts, emotional know-how, logistics and expectations,
time-savers and support. Rather than reinvent the wheel, here is a cheat sheet of the stuff it usually takes parents years to figure out.
This is going to be fun, and you’re going to do great. Seriously. You’ve got this.
All the tips, tricks, and perks (yes, perks!) of parenthood that they figured out for themselves as they
went along. All the knowledge parents use in their actual, real, day-to-day lives.
It’s not their fault. It’s just that this stuff becomes
so ingrained, completely second nature, that pretty
soon, parents forget there was a time they ever didn’t know it. But no one is born knowing how to pack a
diaper bag (page 48), or how to fly on a plane with a
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When they nap, you nap.
IS THE BABY NAPPING?
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The secret to being home with an infant:
Forget the dishes or the thank-you notes or whatever else you think you ought to be doing. If you are tired (and you will be), then the minute that baby conks out, you go lie down on your bed too.
YES
NO
Get your z’s when you can!
TAKE A NAP YOURSELF
DON’T TAKE A NAP (YET)
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somewhere out in the world where you can’t rinse it off:
Pop the pacifier in your own mouth.
SUCK ON IT FOR A MINUTE, THEN GIVE IT BACK TO YOUR CHILD.
Ye a h , b u t h e r e ’s t h e t h i n g :
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What to do if you drop the pacifier on the ground
Your adult immune system can most likely handle the germs from the ground (think of how many times in your adult life you’ve invoked the five-second rule with no ill effects). And: Your baby is already accustomed to dealing with all
your germs from being around you all the time (think of how many times you’ve kissed said baby with that
EW, RIGHT?
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same mouth).
Problem solved.
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Read to your kid A LOT. H e r e ’s a s e c r e t :
When they’re an infant, you can even read them your own book or magazine or newspaper or whatever you’d like to be reading yourself.
THEY JUST LIKE HEARING YOUR VOICE.
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This is both alarming and soothing.
When you’re wracking your brain trying to figure out
But on the other hand:
what caused your baby to do or not do this or that
thing (sleep, not sleep, poop, not poop, spit up a lot,
On the one hand it means:
THERE IS NO EASY FIX TO YOUR PROBLEM.
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There is no magic wand.
IT’S NOT YOUR FAULT.
etc.) and you find yourself thinking, “Maybe it was because I fed them that apricot?”
The answer is: No, it wasn’t the apricot. Cause and effect is not that direct or literal when it comes to babies.
THEY JUST DO WHAT THEY DO. Hint: NOT something you’d find in a baby’s room
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The Self-Healing Revolution Modern-day Ayurveda with recipes and tools for intuitive living Noelle Renée Kovary Transform your life with Ayurveda and discover the art of intuitive living through nutrition, lifestyle practices and self-care. If you are looking to ditch the yo-yo dieting and are ready to create a lifestyle of health and happiness, sprinkled with rituals and natural remedies to enhance radiance, energy, and deeper vitality and feel like ‘yourself’ in your own body, then The Self-healing Revolution is for you. This book will be your guide to learn the ancient tools of Ayurveda, a 5,000-year old medicine system, with a modern twist to fit your everyday life. Learn how to find your unique mind-body type (dosha) and then discover how to tailor-make a lifestyle and diet that fits with it, including recipes for meals and herbal tonics, daily yoga and movement guides, how to make natural face masks and simple self-love rituals to reconnect to your body and ease life’s stresses. With compassionate and thoughtful advice on how to heal your life, own the innate power you already have and nurture your body back to balance, The Self-healing Revolution is an essential read for everyone. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$34.99
ISBN
9781782496977
Publisher
CICO
Noelle Renée Kovary is a certified Ayurvedic health counsellor from the California College of Ayurveda, 200-hour yoga teacher graduate, level 3 Reiki practitioner and energy healer and level 1 shaman. She has also studied holistic nutrition at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, and herbalism at the Herbal Academy. Noelle works with clients to inspire transformational shifts in their health and wellbeing through Ayurveda, sacred self love rituals, plant-based nutrition and herbal/superfood alchemy. Find out more at www.noellekovary.com. She lives in New York, USA.
Imprint
Cico Books
Key Information
Series
NA
Category
New Age/Inspirational
Format
235 x 190 mm
Extent
160pp
Illustrations
100 colour photographs and artworks
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Author Details
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Offers practical advice that beginners can use, rather than complex detail on Ayurveda as in many other books on the subject.
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Includes over 20 recipes to eat for your body type. ‘While it’s been around for 5,000 years, it’s only now we’re clocking on to Ayurveda’s beauty benefits – and in 2018 it’s set to explode.’ (Daily Telegraph, December 2017)
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5-Minute Magic for Modern Wiccans Rapid rituals, efficient enchantments, and swift spells Cerridwen Greenleaf 5-Minute Magic is the essential spell book for the busy modern witch, including spells for every day of the week, practical magic for prosperity, rites for romance and love, candle and crystal curatives, sacred space suggestions and much more. Did you know you can use your TV remote for divination? Have you heard about the Instant Invocation to call down your celestial guardian? Do you know the quickest way to bring love into your life? Interested in money magic you can turn on a dime? There is no doubt we live in hectic times, but that is no reason life should be any less magical. 5-Minute Magic is steeped in ancient wisdom with updates for modern times and an emphasis on maximum manifestation in the least amount of time. Whether you are looking to conjure up more personal creativity for your career, or you want quick candle spells for serenity, red-hot rites for romance, or to learn how you can manifest more money in a hurry or clear your space of negative energy and blocks to happiness, Cerridwen Greenleaf’s guide to super-fast magic will help you improve all aspects of your life – in a jiffy! Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$34.99
ISBN
9781782497059
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
New Age/Inspirational
Format
235 x 190 mm
Extent
144pp
Illustrations
75 colour artworks
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Author Details Cerridwen Greenleaf has worked with many of the leading lights of the Wiccan world and has led ritual and magic workshops throughout North America. She is the author of The Book of Kitchen Witchery and The Magical Home , both published by CICO Books, and her series for Running Press, The Witches’ Spell Book series, are best-sellers, selling over 70,000 copies worldwide. She blogs at yourmagicalhome.blogspot.com and lives in San Francisco, USA.
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All spells are designed to take only 5 minutes, making them quick and easy so they appeal to new Wiccans as well as those who are more experienced. Wicca and witchcraft has seen a huge rise in popularity. Cerridwen Greenleaf is the author of The Book of Kitchen Witchery, which has sold 4,900 copies. Other Wicca books published by CICO have sold well: The Green Wiccan Year has sold over 10,000 copies worldwide and The Green Wiccan Herbal has sold over 9,800 copies worldwide.
Elton John: The Biography David Buckley
More than 50 years into Elton's incredible career, this isthe definitive biography of a showbiz legend. Meticulously researched and drawing on many original interviews with close friends and associates, Elton John: The Biography is a serious and weighty, but also page-turningly entertaining, biography of one of the most important musical icons of the 20th century. His enormous influence on the music business is hard to quantify, and the work he has done over the years for LGBT rights is just as important. More than 50 years into Elton's incredible career, this is the definitive biography of a showbiz legend.
Author Details David Buckley is the author of five other highly acclaimed music biographies, including David Bowie: Strange Fascination (Virgin Books)R.E.M. (Virgin Books) and Roxy Music: The Thrill of it All (André Deutsch).
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Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$24.99 | NZ$27.99
ISBN
9780233005515
Publisher
Carlton Publishing Group
Imprint
Carlton Books
Series
NA
Category
Music/Video/Film
Format
220 x 180 mm
Extent
432pp
Illustrations
B&W and full colour photography
Age Range
NA
Terms
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A serious, authoritative biography of Elton John, fully updated up to the end of 2017 to include his time as an LGBT and equal rights champion. Elton came third (after the Beatles and Madonna) in Billboard magazine's list of the Top 100 Artists of all time. He has sold over 300 million records, making him the 5th best-selling artist ever. More than 50 years after the start of his wonderful career, Elton is still going strong, and is currently writing the score for the musical versions of The Devil Wears Prada.
Football Record Breakers Clive Gifford
From the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championships to the record breakers of Serie A, the Bundesliga and the Premier League, football's record-breaking stars are here. This book is packed with thousands of eye-popping stats about incredible trophy-winning teams and legendary goal scorers from around the globe, and contains all the need-to-know facts and figures from the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Author Details Clive Gifford is a highly experienced journalist and author with over 180 books published and more than 800 features and stories written for adults and children.
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01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$19.99 | NZ$22.99
ISBN
9781783124350
Publisher
Carlton Publishing Group
Imprint
Carlton Books
Series
NA
Category
Child Non Fiction
Format
285 x 217 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
Full colour throughout
Age Range
8 and up
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The ultimate football facts and records book for kids aged 8+, this title will be regularly updated, making it an essential resource for every young fan of the game. Includes all the key facts and figures from the 2014 FIFA World Cup and principal events from the 2013-14 season. Football is the world's most-watched sport. According to FIFA's own statistics, one-third of the world's population watched at least one minute of the 2010 FIFA World Cup and one billion watched the Final either live on television or through other viewing platforms. Fully illustrated with 160 action-packed colour photographs. All the key football facts presented in bite-size chunks and easy-to-read top 10 tables.
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Comprehensive coverage of world football, with stats from every major football league and cup tournament around the globe.
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The Green Cure How shinrin-yoku, earthing, going outside, or simply opening a window can heal us Alice Peck Discover how going outdoors and spending time in nature, from forest bathing to a walk in the park, provides a simple and powerful way to improve your health and wellbeing. What we all know on an intuitive level is a scientific truth: the simple act of going outside is good for us – really good for us. It has been shown to have a positive effect on a huge number of health conditions and issues, from diabetes to depression, anxiety to arteriolosclerosis. Down-to-earth and relevant, The Green Cure shows you that you don’t need a lot of fancy equipment or holidays to heal your body and mind. An afternoon stroll among trees in the park, a dip in the ocean or sinking your bare feet in the mud might change your life! Each chapter combines anecdotes, literature and lore to create an accessible context for recent medical and scientific discoveries showing how nature can heal us. The book also includes ‘prescriptions’ for how to use the information in realistic, easy ways, so you, too, can enjoy the beneficial shift within that simply going outdoors can bring you. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$26.99
ISBN
9781782496953
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
Health/Related
Format
235 x 190 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
100 colour photographs and artworks
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Author Details Drawn to finding the sacred in everyday things, Alice Peck is the author of Be More Tree, Mindful Beads and The Secret Language of Herbs , all published by CICO Books, as well as numerous book reviews and articles. Find out more at www.alicepeck.com. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, USA.
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There are over 8 million posts for #OptOutside on Instagram. #NaturalMedicine has received more than 390,000 and #NatureTherapy 250,000+. The Japanese practice of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) is the latest big health and wellbeing craze, and is being taught and practised at botanic gardens, spas and recreation centres around the world. ‘Nature deficit disorder’, referring to the large amount of time spent indoors by adults and children, has been linked to problems ranging from ADHD to immunological issues, obesity to osteoporosis, heart disease to depression, cancer to nearsightedness – simply going outside more can reverse this effect.
Sunshine Coast Refidex Street Directory 10th ed UBD Gregory's
The latest edition of the Sunshine Coast Refidex Street Directory has been fully revised and updated. This is the directory that has been helping locals and visitors find their way around the Sunshine Coast region for over 18 years. The directory includes: • Over 80 maps covering Boreen Point in the north,Beerburrum in the south and Kenilworth in the west. • Over 110 new streets including major updates in the subdivisions of Bells Creek, Birtinya, Bli Bli, Maroochydore and Sippy Downs. Four regional town map for Bribie Island, Gympie, Rainbow Beach and Tin Can Bay. • 14 main road maps with coverage from Noosa Heads in the north to Kingscliff NSW in the south. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$19.99 | NZ$24.99
ISBN
9780731931934
Publisher
UBD Gregory's
Imprint
Regional SD
Series
No Series
Category
Travel
Format
216 x 283 mm
Extent
160pp
Illustrations
Full colour
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
• Over 1,260 facilities including aged care, clubs, golf courses, hotels & motels, parks, places of interest, racecourses, swimming pools& wineries.14 main road maps. This refidex directory is the essential tool for anyone wanting to travel the Sunshine Coast region.
Coffs Harbour Port Macquarie & Surrounds Map 278/294 3rd ed UBD Gregory's
The latest edition of the Coffs Harbour Port Macquarie and Surrounds touring map has been fully revised and updated and features: • A Regional touring map covering along the coast from Emerald Beach in the north and Elizabeth Beach in the south, Stroud Road in the east and Armidale in the west. • Maps and street indexes for Coffs Harbour, Forster-Tuncurry, Kempsey, Port Macquarie and Taree Cundletown. • Maps of Bellingen, Crescent Head, Dorrigo, Gloucester, Macksville, Nambucca Heads, Sawtell, South West Rocks, Wauchope and Wingham. • A list of touring attractions for the region. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paper Map
Price
AU$9.99 | NZ$12.99
ISBN
9780731931941
Publisher
UBD Gregory's
Imprint
Maps
Series
Touring Map
Category
Travel
Format
1000 x 690 mm
Extent
1pp
Illustrations
Full colour
Age Range
NA
Terms
FS
With all this information contained in this handy fold out map, this is an essential mapping tool for both the local or tourist alike.
Sydney & North Sydney Pocket Map 260 23rd ed UBD Gregory's
The latest edition of the handy pocket sized Sydney and North Sydney map has been fully revised and updated and includes: • Detailed map coverage of the Sydney City CBD and North Sydney at a scale of 1:7500 with a street index and index to buildings. Latest updates to the city including changes to Barangaroo and Darling Harbour. • The reverse side features Sydney suburban mapping at a scale of 1:110 000 with a suburbs and localities index with coverage from Mooney Mooney in the north, Camden in the South, Blaxland in the west and along the coast from Palm Beach to Bundeena • A list of suburban highlights.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paper Map
Price
AU$6.99 | NZ$9.99
ISBN
9780731931958
Publisher
UBD Gregory's
Imprint
Maps
Series
City Map
Category
Travel
Format
750 x 648 mm
Extent
1pp
Illustrations
Full colour
Age Range
NA
Terms
FS
This is a fabulous map as the mapping is clear and easy to read-the quality you expect to find in a UBD Gregorys map. Tourists and locals alike will find this an essential tool for finding your way around Sydney and driving or finding locations in the Sydney region.
Western Australia State & Suburban Map 670 16th ed UBD Gregory's
The latest edition of the Western Australia State and Suburban map has been fully revised and updated and includes: • Suburban map coverage of Perth and surrounds, north to Ridgewood, south to Halls Head and North Dandalup, and east to the Lakes, Karragullen and Gleneagle (including insets of Yanchep and Pinjarra) with an index to the suburbs and localities included on this map. • State map and index to towns, localities and homesteads with a section on South West Western Australia at a scale of 1: 870 000. With the quality and clarity you have come to expect from a UBD Gregorys map this is an essential tool for navigating your way around Western Australia, Perth, Rockingham and Mandurah.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paper Map
Price
AU$9.99 | NZ$12.99
ISBN
9780731932061
Publisher
UBD Gregory's
Imprint
Maps
Series
State Map
Category
Travel
Format
1000 x 690 mm
Extent
1pp
Illustrations
Full colour
Age Range
NA
Terms
FS
Marco Polo Pocket Guide Ireland Marco Polo Now with Marco Polo’s trailblazing, fresh new look, a strong new spine design for even better on-shelf presence and a FREE Touring App! Since the launch in 2012, Marco Polo's great value Pocket Guides have become renowned for their innovative, high-quality design and unique insider tips. Ideal for all travellers looking to find the hidden gems and little-known secrets. Each guide is packed with special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences for a perfect holiday. All in a handy, pocket-sized format. Marco Polo Ireland Pocket Guide includes: • Fully updated throughout: revised new edition with many new Insider Tips researched by Marco Polo’s local authors. • Insider Tips: the hidden gems and little known secrets that offer a real insight into this wonderful country. Visitors can discover where to stay in a castle, enjoy a Skyline tour at Croke Park with breath-taking views across Dublin or where to spot puffins, seals and dolphins. • Best of: the best things to do for free, the best 'only in' Ireland experiences, the best things to do if it rains and the best places to relax.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$19.99 | NZ$22.99
ISBN
9783829757607
Publisher
Marco Polo
Imprint
Marco Polo
Series
NA
Category
Travel
Format
189 x 106 mm
Extent
140pp
• Road atlas and pull-out map: a detailed road atlas and a separate, fully-indexed map neatly located in a plastic pocket at the back of the guide. The only guide on the market offering both!
Illustrations
Full colour throughout
• Exceptional value for money – only $17.99.
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
• Sightseeing: all of the top sights are organised by area to aid holiday planning. • Useful information: lots of advice on where to shop, travelling with kids and a summary of all the festivals and events. • Discovery Tours: specially tailored tours will take visitors to the heart of Ireland. Travellers can enjoy a trip north of the border to Belfast and the Giant's Causeway and a 10-day tour of Ireland's most splendid landmarks. • FREE Touring App: travellers can download any of the Discovery Tours to their smartphone, complete with the detailed route description and map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators and landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. • Ireland in full-colour: Marco Polo Pocket Guide Ireland includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the country to life and offering a real taste of what to see and enjoy.
Marco Polo Pocket Guide Phuket Marco Polo Now with Marco Polo’s trailblazing, fresh new look, a strong new spine design for even better on-shelf presence and a FREE Touring App! Since the launch in 2012, Marco Polo's great value Pocket Guides have become renowned for their innovative, high-quality design and unique insider tips. Ideal for all travellers looking to find the hidden gems and little-known secrets. Each guide is packed with special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences for a perfect holiday. All in a handy, pocket-sized format. Marco Polo Phuket Pocket Guide includes: • Fully updated throughout: revised new edition with many new Insider Tips researched by Marco Polo’s local authors. • Insider Tips: the hidden gems and little known secrets that offer a real insight into this wonderful Thai island. Travellers can discover where to enjoy yoga on the beach, go tubing in the jungle or dine in a gourmet restaurant while watching classic films. • Best of: the best things to do for free, the best 'only in' Phuket experiences, the best things to do if it rains and the best places to relax.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$19.99 | NZ$22.99
ISBN
9783829757652
Publisher
Marco Polo
Imprint
Marco Polo
Series
NA
Category
Travel
Format
190 x 108 mm
Extent
124pp
• Road atlas and pull-out map: a detailed road atlas and a separate, fully-indexed map neatly located in a plastic pocket at the back of the guide. The only guide on the market offering both!
Illustrations
Full colour photography
• Useful Thai phrases: the essential words and phrases are included to help visitors get by.
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
• Sightseeing: all of the top sights are organised by area to aid holiday planning. • Useful information: lots of advice on where to shop, travelling with kids and a summary of all the festivals and events. • Discovery Tours: specially tailored tours will get travellers to the heart of Phuket. Visitors can experience all of Phuket's unique character with these inspirational itineraries. • FREE Touring App: travellers can download any of the Discovery Tours to their smartphone, complete with the detailed route description and map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators and landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. • Phuket in full-colour: Marco Polo Pocket Guide Phuket includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life and offering a real taste of what to see and enjoy.
• Exceptional value for money – only $17.99.
My First Animal Knitting Book 35 fantastic crafts for children aged 7+ Fiona Goble Children will discover the fun of animal knitting with these 30 adorable step-by-step projects. Young budding knitters will love the wide range of animal projects in this fabulous My First book, and it will help them improve their basic knitting skills as well as learn some new techniques. Items such as scarves, hats and egg cosies are made all the more appealing by the animal theme and are makes that children can use themselves or give as gifts. The comprehensive skills section teaches the children about yarns, needles, stitches and a wide range of knitting techniques. All the projects are clearly broken down into illustrated steps that are easy to follow, with differing skill levels so that children can start with the easier projects and progress. The 30 creative projects include a Marmalade Kitten Scarf, Koala Scarf, Zebra Cowl, Panda Mug Hug, Rabbit Egg Cosy and Fluffy Bunny Pillow. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$19.99
ISBN
9781782497073
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
Craft/DIY
Format
276 x 208 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
200 colour artworks and 50 colour photos
Age Range
7 and up
Terms
SOR
Author Details Fiona Goble teaches knitting and sewing classes, and is the author of several bestselling books, including Knit Your Own Dolls, Knitted Animal Nursery, Knitted Animal Cozies, Knitted Animal Scarves, Mitts, and Socks, and Knitted Animal Hats, as well as Cute and Easy Knitting, Learn to Knit, Beanies and Bobble Hats and Scarves and Cowls, all published by CICO Books. Fiona lives in Chorleywood, Hertfordshire.
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The magazine Craft Industry Today says "Tweens are sewing, knitting and crocheting. These retro crafts provide a sense of accomplishment and the opportunity for individual style." This is a good companion book to My First Knitting Book, and will help children expand their creative knitting skills. Knitting requires few materials and can be self-taught, making it an ideal first craft for children. Part of the successful My First series: My First Knitting Book (ISBN 9781782490395) has sold over 34,000 copies.
My First Needle-Felting Book 35 adorable animal projects for children aged 7+ Mia Underwood
With this fabulous My First book, children aged 7+ can create a wonderful menagerie of adorable needle-felted animals. The projects will appeal to all young crafters, and are wonderful for children to keep for themselves or give as gifts. Craft expert Mia Underwood begins with 2D projects, such as brooches and a bookmark, then moves on to simple 3D projects such as a cute hamster and a wide-eyed owl. Children can then progress their needle-felting skills by making dogs, a squirrel, a panda, a pony, and many more fantastic creatures. There is a comprehensive techniques section so that children can perfect their needle-felting skills, and each project includes an adorable photo of the finished animal and is broken down into clear illustrated steps.
Author Details Mia Underwood has been crafting for over 15 years. Her inspiration is drawn from her training as a fine artist and the natural world. She is the author of My Felted Friends and Nordic Crafts , both published by CICO Books. She lives in Brighton. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
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Needle-felting is an increasingly popular and inexpensive craft that gives impressive results.
Price
AU$19.99
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ISBN
9781782497080
Features photos of all the adorable felted animals, which will appeal to young children. The author has extensive experience in teaching young children to craft. Part of the successful My First series: My First Knitting Book (ISBN 9781782490395) has sold over 34,000 copies worldwide.
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
Craft/DIY
Format
276 x 208 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
200 col artworks and 50 photos
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Key Information
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Guide to Creative Hand Lettering Over 20 step-by-step projects & creative techniques Ralph Cleminson Learn how to use hand lettering to create 20 beautiful works of art with this easy step-by-step guide. Calligraphy and hand lettering have never been more popular, and this useful reference guide will teach you everything you need to know. Get started with the comprehensive techniques section and hone your new skills with 20 step-by-step projects. Make birthday cards, wedding and party invitations, personalised gifts, home décor, and much more. Handlettering is perfect for beginners and more experienced crafters, as all you need is a pen, ink, paper, and some practice, and before you know it you will be creating beautiful works of art.
Key Information
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Hardback
Price
AU$26.99
ISBN
9781782495994
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
Craft/DIY
Format
235 x 190 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
250 colour photographs
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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Handlettering is a craft that has surged in popularity, with over 6.5 million posts under #handlettering on Instagram.
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A compendium of calligraphy techniques with 25 varied projects to work on. Detailed step-by-step photos make this handlettering guide ideal for beginners.
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Seasonal Scandi Crafts Over 45 projects and quick ideas for beautiful decorations & gifts Christiane Bellstedt Myers Create 45 simple projects with a Scandinavian flavour, including home decorations, garlands and beautiful gifts. Christiane Bellstedt Myers has developed a beautiful collection of decorative makes using rustic fabrics and natural materials. The four chapters – Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter – cover a wide range of crafts, including collage, embroidery, painting and sewing, and take inspiration from Scandinavian seasonal traditions to bring magic to your year. Celebrate the coming of Spring with a lovely Clematis wreath, share the joy of Mid-Summer with your friends by setting the table outdoors using a handmade tablecloth, decorate your home for Autumn by bringing the harvest indoors, and make Winter a time for hygge by lighting plenty of candles and hanging some vintage chandelier crystals to capture the soft glow. Try out some simple embroidery on the lavender cushions, which would make great gifts, or make a pretty garland to hang on the mantelpiece at Christmas. So why not get the family involved and make each season really special by making decorations together? You can then relive those happy memories each year as you decorate your home. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$34.99
ISBN
9781782496892
Publisher
CICO
Christiane Bellstedt Myers was brought up in rural Canada where homespun items were a way of life, and where she realised that the joy and satisfaction that comes with these creations was something that she wanted to share. She moved to the UK over two decades ago and seven years ago started The Cozy Club, which invites people into her home to spend the day creating a seasonal item to take home. Chris has been featured in Country Living and Homes and Antiques. Her first book, Scandi Christmas, was published in 2017. She is based in Gerrard's Cross, Buckinghamshire.
Imprint
Cico Books
Key Information
Series
NA
Category
Craft/DIY
Format
276 x 208 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
250 colour photographs
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Author Details
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Scandinavians go all out to decorate their homes every season, and many of their traditional decorations are now featured in stores and magazines, making the style increasingly popular. Scandi Christmas (ISBN 9781782494720), published in 2017, has sold over 6,000 copies. Can be used as a handy guide throughout the year – with over 45 quick projects and ideas, you can find a way to be creative whatever the season.
Get Knooking 35 quick and easy patterns to “knit” with a crochet hook Laura Strutt Everything you need to know to create 35 fantastic knitted projects using a crochet hook. A great introduction to the new trend in yarn craft, Get Knooking is perfect for beginners, as well as crocheters who want to expand their skills. You’ll have fun with this innovative method for knitting using a specially adapted crochet hook, and will soon be on your way to making Laura Strutt’s amazing designs for items to wear, gifts and home decorations. Start small with a zipped purse, a headband and arm-warmers, then move on to a block-colour cushion, a nautical rope-handle bag and knitted storage boxes. For something a bit more challenging, try making an on-trend kimono cardigan, a rainbow throw, or a dip-dye effect shawl. There is a comprehensive techniques section with detailed step-by-step illustrations so you have everything you need to begin.
Author Details Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$34.99
Laura Strutt is a passionate designer and enjoys knitting and crochet, as well as dressmaking, quilting, and hand-lettering. Laura is the author of Loom Knitting, Modern Weaving, 35 Knitted Baby Blankets, Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps, Modern Granny Square Crochet, and Arm and Finger Knitting, all published by CICO Books. Discover more of Laura’s designs, technique guides and crafty inspiration on her creative lifestyle blog, www.madepeachy.com. She lives in Colchester, Essex, with her husband and their baby son.
ISBN
9781782496908
Key Information
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
Series
NA
Category
Craft/DIY
Format
276 x 208 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
70 colour photos and 70 colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
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Contains comprehensive step-by-step instructions and illustrations, ideal for those new to knooking.
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An easy method for creating knit-like fabrics, the first row is done by crocheting a single chain – nothing tricky! All you'll need is a special knooking hook (which has a crochet hook at one end and an eye at the other), a piece of cord to hold the stitches, a bit of patience and the desire to learn something new.
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Crocheted Wreaths & Garlands 35 floral and festive designs to decorate your home all year round Kate Eastwood Crochet beautiful home decorations in a contemporary style with these 35 patterns for each season, special occasions, Christmas, and all year round. Do you love fresh flowers, but hate the way they fade after a few days? Are you looking for wreaths that aren’t just for Christmas? Maybe you feel that bunting should be for every day, not just parties? You’re in luck – Kate Eastwood has designed 35 colourful and natural-looking wreaths and garlands just for you, with something to suit every time and every place. Crochet a Hearts Garland for Valentine’s Day, or an Easter Egg Wreath full of the colours of spring. In summer, a garland of bright gerbera flowers will brighten up your hallway. For autumn, a ring of crocheted pumpkins will look great on your front door, and for Christmas there’s everything from a Candy Cane Wreath to a Gingerbread Garland. If you want a make that will look good all year round, try the Bobbly Bunting in gentle pastels, or the Shaker Birdhouses Garland in soft, neutral shades to suit any room. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$34.99
ISBN
9781782496915
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
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Making your own home decorations is a huge trend in crochet as in other crafts.
Series
NA
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Category
Craft/DIY
Format
276 x 208 mm
Kate Eastwood already has a following for her blog (justpootling.blogspot.co.uk) and her designs and tutorials for lovecrochet.com and Simply Crochet. Kate's contemporary style and soft but colourful palette are perfect for crafters looking to personalise their homes.
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
70 colour photographs and 40 colour artworks
Age Range
NA
Terms
SOR
Author Details Kate Eastwood was taught to knit as a child, by her mother, but seven years ago she decided to teach herself how to crochet. Since then she has shared her love of all things crochet on her blog, justpootling.blogspot.co.uk. This is her first book, but Kate has also designed projects for lovecrochet.com and Simply Crochet magazine. Kate lives near Bath with her husband and their two Weimeraners.
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Just Because I'm Doodling Doesn't Mean I'm Not Working! Take Notes and Doodle in the Margins Chronicle Books It's the mullet of notebooks: business in the middle, party around the edges! Specially designed for those who chronically doodle in the margins of their notebooks (or those who'd like to start!), this specialty journal is perfect for anyone who's ever left a meeting or class with a notebook full of patterns and pictures. Each page of this journal features ruled lines for note-taking and work-doing in the centre, surrounded by an extra-wide border composed of geometric shapes waiting to be filled in and connected with lines, dots, squiggles, or whatever your preferred doodling mode of choice might be.
Key Information • Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Notebooks & Journals
Price
AU$27.99
ISBN
9781452171005
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Adult
Series
NA
Category
Puzzles & Games
Format
235 x 184 mm
Extent
136pp
Illustrations
NA
Age Range
NA
Terms
FS
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Almost nothing like this exists on the market. There are a few self-published 8x10 journals with oversize blank margins on Amazon, and of course there are plenty of doodle activity books, including Chronicle's own - but this is something entirely different: an attractive, fun, and functional notebook designed specifically with this addictive habit in mind! Maybe it's your mum or your little brother who just started high school or your artistically inclined BFF – you know someone who loves to doodle! With an encouraging tone (yes, you really are working!) and super-low barrier to entry, this journal will appeal to the broad group of people who share this key trait-from students to office workers and beyond. From guided self-help creativity journals to productivity and bullet journals, people everywhere are thinking and talking about best journaling practices. This format puts a whole new spin on the concept for those of us who listen best while drawing! Contrary to popular belief, people who doodle while note-taking aren't spacing out or daydreaming. Neuroscience shows that doodling actually aids memory-helping our brains to stay focused, grasp new concepts, and retain information.
The Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever A Step-by-Step Guide to 112 Amazing Tricks and Stunts Kay Larry and Chris Perondi A step-by-step guide to more than 100 dog tricks, specially designed for effective training, for pure fun, and even for turning your dog into a YouTube star, from the coauthor of the tremendously successful and much-praised Training the Best Dog Ever and the genius behind Stunt Dog Productions, who performs more than 1,000 shows a year with a professional troupe of rescue mixed-breed dogs. Embark on a beautiful and meaningful adventure with your dog! Teaching your dog to do tricks is a guaranteed way for you and your pet to bond more deeply. It will also help you discover more of your dog’s real personality – even hidden talents – while instilling you, the trainer, with confidence and connection. And it’s never been easier than with The Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever, which uses the power of positive reinforcement and illustrated step-by-step instructions to show how you to teach your dog 112 tricks and stunts.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$34.99
ISBN
9781523501618
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Imprint
Workman
Series
NA
Category
Non Fic General
Format
229 x 178 mm
Extent
352pp
Illustrations
Full colour photography throughout
Age Range
NA
Terms
FS
Cowritten by two masters – Larry Kay, coauthor of the award-winning bestseller Training the Best Dog Ever, and Chris Perondi, master trainer and owner of Stunt Dog Productions, which conducts more than 1,000 performances a year – The Big Book of Tricks works for dogs of all ages, puppy on up. (Yes, now you can teach an old dog new tricks.) Organised from beginner (Fetch, Paw Shake [and Fist Bump], Play ’Possum, Tug and Release) to advanced (vaulting off your knee, weaving through agility poles, running through a parkour course), these tricks run the gamut from the kinds of things any well-behaved pet should know to stunts that will wow your friends and family and, if photographed or filmed and shared, seriously raise your dog-owner social media profile. Be positive, celebrate your bond, and have fun – it’s the best way to spend time with the best dog ever. Author Details Larry Kay, a Los Angeles-based award-winning writer, is Leader of the Pack at Positively Woof, which celebrates the human-animal bond. In addition to coauthoring Training the Best Dog Ever, he created the award-winning Animal Wow dog care DVD for kids. He has written for Dog Fancy magazine and AOL's Paw Nation. His writing credits include PBS documentaries, educational films for the New York City Board of Education, and children’s edutainment software for Disney and The Muppets. Larry Kay's website is positivelywoof.com. Chris Perondi runs the Stunt Dog Show with his family and their team of canine performers, based in Stockton, CA. They perform more than 1,000 shows every year across the country in venues like Dollywood, Six Flags, and the Indianapolis Zoo. They’ve been featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, and more.
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You really can teach an old (or new!) dog these tricks! This book collects more than 100 dog tricks, including more than 50 beginner and intermediate tricks that serve as building blocks for 50 advanced tricks and activities – each illustrated with step-by-step photographs. Chris Perondi's "multiple paths" philosophy is based on the idea that every dog learns differently, and that there's always more than one way to teach a trick; he shows you how to understand your dog's personality and behaviour, and how to modify how you teach a trick for the best success for both you and your dog. Larry Kay is the coauthor of Workman's backlist bestseller Training the Best Dog Ever, and has tremendous reach to dog lovers (more than 2 million followers on Facebook!) through Positively Woof, an organisation that promotes shelter dog adoptions through social media and web films. Chris Perondi runs Stunt Dog Productions with his wife, Suhey, and their canine team (made up of all rescue dogs!), performing more than 1,000 shows every year in famous venues.
Diary of an 8-bit Warrior (Book 6): Forging Destiny An Unofficial Minecraft Adventure Cube Kid Book 6 of the very popular Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior series of the journal of a young Minecraft villager who dares to dream of becoming a Minecraft warrior! This is the sixth book in the unofficial Minecraft adventure books, and everyone's favourite 12-year-old villagerturned-warrior is back, this time to use his warrior training on a new quest.
Author Details Cube Kid is the pen name of Eric Gunnar Taylor, a 33-year-old author who lives in Alaska. A fan of video games – and particularly Minecraft – he started writing fanfiction at a very young age. His first novel, The Diary of a Minecraft Villager, was self-published as an ebook in February 2015 and quickly became tremendously successful in the Minecraft community. The novel was acquired by the French publisher Édi8, and was published for the first time in France in February 2016 under the title Le Journal D'Un Noob, with new illustrations by Saboten. The Diary of a Minecraft Villager sparked worldwide interest. When he is not writing, Cube Kid loves travelling, fixing his car, voraciously reading fanfiction . . . and gaming!
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$14.99 | NZ$17.99
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ISBN
9781449494452
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Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
Series
NA
Category
Child Fiction
Format
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SATURDAY—UPDATE XXII
movement inside. But first we headed to the square with our new
allies. There, we saw each other off. Owl’s Reach, it was dark and cold.
By the time we hit
A chilly wind blew through the streets. The place would have seemed
abandoned if not for those few scurrying here and there. Even so, most of the shops were still open. Their windows, glowing cheerfully in the
gloom, flickered every now and then when there was
“Take care out there.”
“Breeze. Runt. It’s . . . been real. Stay safe.”
I watched them go, wishing we’d said more than simple
goodbyes—wishing we’d never had to say goodbye at all. But they had their quest, and we had ours. Wind gnawing at our backs, the two representatives of Team Runt walked straight to that blacksmith. Or is it Team
Breeze after today . . . ?
The blacksmith gave me 750 emeralds for the glowmoss, as promised. We traded the loot for another ♦3,572. That was unusual, I think, because it was mostly Urf’s stuff, not the boss loot. Breeze and I felt it’d be a good idea to give those items to our friends back home. Souvenirs from our first little tour of the Overworld. And if you were wondering, yes, Breeze insisted on keeping that
dumb stick.
We went to the Quill & Feather right after the blacksmith. After we sauntered in, I looked Feathers straight in the eye and
slammed ♦2,500 onto her light-blue carpet counter. “I’ll take an “Thanks again. Couldn’t have done it without you.” 4
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“Good luck o n your quest. Be su to visit us, ’k re ay?”
advvvvvaeon forge.” (Not a spelling error. I began to say “advanced crafting table” then smoothly transitioned to the item’s real name. Because I’m as smooth as an ice block on a warm, sunny day.) 5
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“That was quick,” she said. “You must have found a quest.” After glancing downward, and eyeing Breeze with a knowing smile, she added: “And by the looks of it, I’d say your
quest went rather well.”
Huh?! What’d she mean by that?! And why does she keep staring at our hands?! Only then did I realize that Breeze and I were . . . uh . . . holding
hands.
or blemish, the diamond emblems adorning its sides showing no sign
of wear. I handed it to Breeze, who began carefully inspecting it like the
neophyte historian she was. “Will that be all?” Feathers asked.
Like this thing isn’t enough! I thought. I gave her a nod. As Feathers opened her mouth to deliver what I guessed was that
standard shopkeeper line, I beat her to the punch, saying it loud
Well, the wind was freezing tonight. It even felt cold indoors. So her hands must have gotten cold. These northern biomes, you see . . .
all wrong,” I said. “She’s not my—” Breeze interrupted me with a smile. “Our quest did go well, but “You’ve got it
we’re rather exhausted, so if we could just get that forge . . .”
and fast: “
PLEASURE DOIN’
BUSINESS WITH YA.” (Boom! She
didn’t know what to say to that! Only closed her mouth and slowly blinked. When it comes to dealing with these shopkeepers, I’m a pro.)
“I’ll be right back.” A minute later, I was holding a
crafted only yesterday: shiny, its gray surfaces without a single scratch
cube of raw and
unimaginable power. It was warm to the touch, and its emerald-
After I pocketed the forge, Breeze dragged me outside by the hand.
and-diamond grid pulsed softly. I found it hard to believe that this
“The mayor will be thrilled,” she
item was thousands of years old. It looked as though it had been
said, as we both approached her horse.
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“You don’t think he’ll be mad at me for taking off without speaking to him first?” “No, I don’t think so. Once he sees what you’re carrying, I’m sure he’ll lighten up. My
father, too.”
When we arrived at the Enchanted
Dragon, Breeze took Shybiss to
the stable out back. A few seconds after she left, I heard a loud knocking. This was
“Yeah. You’re right.”
followed by a
I felt such a relief.
My mission was complete.
shout. It was coming from the other side of the building.
So hands in my pockets inventory, I took a little stroll in that direction.
All we had to do was hop into Shybiss’s saddle and head back
This side of the inn, opposite the stable, had a small building
home. Well, maybe not right away: It was getting late, and we had more
attached, with its own door. It must have been a side entrance used
than enough emeralds to spare for another night at that inn. If we
by the cooks and other staff. When I rounded the corner, the door was
because, like I learned today, you can never have too many ways to
wide open, and the innkeeper stood just outside with a waitress. “I thought I told you not to come back!” the innkeeper bellowed. “Please,” the waitress said. “I really need the work. Just give me
keep up your health.
one more chance.”
wanted, we even had enough to buy a
second horse in the morning,
a breakfast fit for a king, and about one hundred healing potions—
I mentioned my plan to Breeze, who added taking another
hot
bath to the list. So with the forge tucked safely away in my inventory, we set out for a warm room, a warmer dinner, and a sound night’s
“I’ve already given you plenty! How many times did you show up late? Often dirty, no less! Just
“I’m sorry, sir. I’ve been . . . working a second job. I need help,”
sleep. Shybiss was also exhausted by now, and the way she puffed
she pleaded, voice trembling
with huge frozen breaths resembled a
again. I promise.”
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“Enough! I’ve already hired someone else. And before you seek
work elsewhere, little lady, I suggest you learn the difference between a stormberry roll and an enderpuff cake!” The portly innkeeper stormed inside and slammed the heavy door in her face. The waitress slowly turned around, head lowered and slight shoulders sagging. She jumped upon noticing me. Her golden hair was tangled and damp, and her uniform (one
of the many elaborate and official outfits worn by servants in the Overworld’s larger cities) was disheveled beyond belief. Her expression was in the same condition. It could only be described as worn. Exhausted, worried, and full of doubt. Looking at her, I couldn’t imagine she’d spent the previous night anywhere except
out on the street. With a slight shiver, she made her way toward the front of the inn,
ignoring me as she did. But she didn’t make it. As though dizzy, she stumbled and tripped on a crack in the mossy cobblestone path,
That was it. She
where she fell to her knees with a gasp. She struggled to pick herself up.
“What happened to her?” Breeze asked. She was right beside me
“Hey . . . are you . . . are you okay?” I asked. “I . . . feel kinda . . .” 10
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collapsed to the ground.
now—I hadn’t even heard her approach. “I think she’s sick.” 11
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The poor girl now appeared to be unconscious, mumbling
something about a quest. As I studied her, I felt more and more as though I’d seen her
before.
famous for her bravery, compassion, honor, discipline, and skill. A girl quite
A girl praised for graduating at the top of her class.
That hair . . . and that voice! No . . . how is this . . .
A girl who hailed from Villagetown.
A girl known as Ophelia.
Breeze crouched down beside her. “That’s strange. Looks like she recently killed a slime.” She pointed to one section of the girl’s tunic.
A dark green patch. The dried ichor of a
slime. “What was a
waitress doing fighting . . .” Breeze suddenly
froze when she realized who it was.
I’d already recognized her. The color must have drained from my face. I opened my mouth, but I couldn’t make a sound. Of course, we could have identified her earlier using Analyze, but we’ve only had this ability for less than a day, so using it isn’t instinctual yet. When we did look up, it only confirmed what we already knew. This was a girl who shouldn’t have been here, let alone in those clothes or this pitiful state. 12
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Where's the Bunny? An Eggs-cellent Search-and-Find Book Chuck Whelon MISSING CHOCOLATE EGG ALERT! Hop to it and help Bunny find these tasty treasures.
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Easter is approaching fast. In Easterland, the busy bunnies are holed up in their workshop decorating chocolate eggs. They can’t wait to fill their baskets with these tasty treasures and deliver them to children around the world. But disaster strikes – a whole batch have fallen down the rabbit hole and landed in Fairyland. Without them, they won’t be able to deliver all the eggs on time. From searching under the sea with the Little Mermaid to scouring the Giant’s castle at the top of the beanstalk with Jack, this Fairyland hunt is a magical search-and-find adventure.
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01 March 2019
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9781780555997
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Michael O'Mara Books
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Buster Books
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Chuck Whelon is an artist and author who creates original comics, games, puzzles and books for readers of all ages. He lives in San Francisco, C A. Find him on Twitter @chuckwhelon
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Seasonal puzzle challenge as children test their spotting skills as they try to find Bunny, 10 chocolate eggs and a chirping chick or two. Takes children on a enchanting journey through 13 spreads of their favourite fairy tales (including Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, Snow White, Aladdin, Princess and the Pea, Pied Piper of Hamelin, Sleeping Beauty, Pinocchio, The Little Mermaid, The Frog Prince, and Jack and the Beanstalk). The adventure finishes in 'EasterLand', a beautiful spring garden filled with flowers, a chocolate river, and features the workshop where all the magic happens. Illustrated by Chuck Whelon, illustrator of Buster's The Great Fairy Tale Search, Where's the Penguin? (Amazon Best Seller, UK Sales: 21,302), and Where's the Elf?; and from the Publisher's of the best selling title Where's the Unicorn? (206,312 copies sold so far) Suitable for children of all ages (4+)
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Cinderella Cinderella has lost her glass slipper at the ball. She's in a rush to get to the golden carriage before the clock strikes midnight and the spell is broken. There’s no time to help Cinderella, though, as the Easter Bunny must hop to it and find the missing eggs. Can you find the Easter Bunny and ten eggs?
Hansel and Gretel Hansel and Gretel have stumbled upon a gingerbread house covered in sweets. The Easter Bunny must be careful not to take the wrong treats by mistake. The witch in the window doesn’t look very forgiving ... Can you find the Easter Bunny and ten eggs?
Snow White Snow White is serving up a delicious dinner for the seven dwarfs. The eggs need to be found quickly otherwise the dwarfs will gobble them up for dessert! Can you find the Easter Bunny and ten eggs?
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Bulldozer's Shapes Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site Sherri Duskey Rinker and Ethan Long Bulldozer proves that working on the construction site can be just as fun as learning your shapes in this new board book entry in the GNGNCS series, perfect for little hands! Time for the construction site to SHAPE UP! Little construction fans will love watching Bulldozer CIRCLE around, clearing away TRIANGLES of dirt until the perfect building spot has been SQUARED off. All in a day's work!
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01 March 2019
Sherri Duskey Rinker is the author of #1 New York Times bestsellers Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site; Steam Train, Dream Train ; and Mighty, Mighty Construction Site . She loves cooking, gardening, and old oil paintings. Sherri lives with her
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photographer husband, two sons, one dog, and one hedgehog in St. Charles, Illinois.
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9781452153216
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Chronicle Books
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Chronicle Child
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20pp
Illustrations
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Age Range
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Ethan Long is an internationally recognised children's book author and illustrator with over 70 titles to his credit, which includes PWstarred Fright Club. In, Over, and On! , the sequel to his Theodor Seuss Geisel Award winner, Up, Tall, and High! , was featured in the New York Times Book Review Back to School Issue. His Chamelia and the New Kid in Class was a 2014 Children's Choice Honour Book. He is also the creator of the Emmy-nominated preschool series Tasty Time with ZeFronk . He lives in Orlando, Florida.
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This concept-driven board book features characters from the #1 New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, of which we have sold more than 2 million books across the series! Construction vehicles are perennially popular, as are shape concept books. Work is always lighter when there's someone by your side to help get things in shape! Will assort nicely with other titles like GNGNCS, MMCS, and STDT in-store! Customers can combine titles and products inspired by the GNGNCS/MMCS universe for a satisfying gift package for birthdays and baby showers.
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Crane Truck will help to point the way. They’ll get this site in SHAPE today!
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Big Bulldozer starts to run and push right through to start the fun. Crane Truck goes high to check the view and see what ’Dozer needs to do.
Crane Truck plans the job with care. “Wait!” Crane shouts. “Start over there!”
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Bulldozer nods. He’s off to play— and carves a SQUIGGLE on the way!
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Excavator's 123 Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site Sherri Duskey Rinker and Ethan Long Count along with Excavator in this new board book entry in the GNGNCS series, perfect for little hands! The construction crew is counting on Excavator, and he won't let them down! Little readers can count from 1 to 10 as Excavator revs into action on the construction site. Ready? 1, 2, 3 . . . GO!
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Sherri Duskey Rinker is the author of #1 New York Times bestsellers Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site; Steam Train, Dream Train; and Mighty, Mighty Construction Site. She loves cooking, gardening, and old oil paintings. Sherri lives with her photographer husband, two sons, one dog, and one hedgehog in St. Charles, Illinois.
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Chronicle Books
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Chronicle Child
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Category
Child Fiction
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Extent
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Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
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Ethan Long is an internationally recognised children's book author and illustrator with over 70 titles to his credit, which includes PWstarred Fright Club. In, Over, and On!, the sequel to his Theodor Seuss Geisel Award winner, Up, Tall, and High!, was featured in the New York Times Book Review Back to School Issue. His Chamelia and the New Kid in Class was a 2014 Children's Choice Honour Book. He is also the creator of the Emmy-nominated preschool series Tasty Time with ZeFronk. He lives in Orlando, Florida.
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This concept-driven board book features characters from the #1 New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, of which we have sold more than 2 million books and gifts across the series! Construction vehicles are perennially popular, as are counting concept books. Work is always lighter with someone by your side to count on!
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Excavator jumps right into action, revs up the hill with super traction. He dumps SEVEN scoops in Dump Truck’s bed, then rolls back down on sturdy tread.
Excavator loves to dig, lift, run . . . but now he’s having too much fun! Dump Truck blows a few stern puffs. “Get back on track, now, friend,” he huffs.
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The two keep rocking all day long, lifting, hauling—quick and strong. They see EIGHT boulders, huge and gray. One lifts them, one hauls them away.
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The sun has set, the workday ends. Everyone counts on these great friends. At ONE awesome construction site,
TWO trucks did their jobs just right. Their day is done. Goodbye! Goodnight!
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Tomorrow Most Likely Dave Eggers & Lane Smith Goodnight Moon meets The Wonderful Things You Will Be in this incredibly commercial, beautiful title from bestselling author Dave Eggers. Tomorrow Most Likely is Dave Eggers's thoughtful take on the bedtime story. Rather than focusing on going to bed, he contemplates the next day and all of the wonderful, dreamy, and silly things that are to come. Between Eggers's poignant rhymes and household-name illustrator Lane Smith's visual expertise, this powerhouse duo makes this a bedtime story for tomorrow and every day after it.
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01 March 2019
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ISBN
9781452172781
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Child
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NA
Category
Child Fiction
Format
254 x 203 mm
Extent
40pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
3 to 5
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Dave Eggers is the author of many books, including Heroes of the Frontier, The Circle , and The Lifters . He is the cofounder of: Voice of Witness, an oral history series focused on human rights; 826 National, a network of writing and tutoring centres; and ScholarMatch, which connects donors and under-resourced students to make college possible. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Lane Smith is the author and/or illustrator of several award-winning books for children. He is a two-time winner of the Caldecott Honor for Grandpa Green and The Stinky Cheese Man . Four of his books have won the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Award, and he is a multiple-time New York Times bestseller. Mr. Smith has illustrated works by the likes of Bob Shea, Roald Dahl, Dr. Seuss, George Saunders, Judith Viorst, Florence Parry Heide, Jack Prelutsky, and Eve Merriam. He lives in Connecticut.
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The universal appeal of this book's concept combined with the big names of both creators will make this book find a home in trade, online, institutional, and international accounts. Previous Eggers books on our list have done very well. Dave Eggers's name is as big as can be. As we've seen with Her Right Foot, his name turns heads and makes sales that the same book would otherwise miss without it. Egger's Her Right Foot has been a major success, selling 45,000 copies net worldwide to date, receiving seven starred reviews, and seeing inclusion on countless Best Of lists and four state lists and counting. Citizen, likewise, has already been featured on Entertainment Weekly for its cover reveal and is getting great early reads. Lane Smith has two Caldecott honours and numerous bestselling books to his name, along with decades of industry expertise and scores of devoted librarians, teachers, and parents who buy anything he touches. The universality of this idea and Lane's name and accessible art style will appeal to audiences all over the world.
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Peek-a-Baby: Farm Peekaboo flaps inside! Mike Orodan Lift the flaps of these adorable shaped novelty board books to reveal the hidden baby animals and learn their names! Baby animals are hiding on the farm! Lift the flaps to help each animal parent find their babies, from noisy chicks to messy baby pigs. Cleverly layered pages combine with stunning limited-palette artwork in this distinctive peekaboo board book.
Author Details Mike Orodan is a first time British author / illustrator who was inspired to create this series by a mural he made for his twins. Publication
01 March 2019
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Board Book
Price
AU$19.99
ISBN
9781452166452
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Child
Series
NA
Category
Child Fiction
Format
190 x 152 mm
Extent
14pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
3 and up
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Key Information •
The shaped pages, flaps, and memorable art give these board books a satisfying object quality and lots of adorable appeal.
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These warm, family-focused board books make perfect gifts for baby showers and new parents. From the "In My" books to "You Are My Baby," Chronicle Books has a strong track record with novelty board books, especially those with animal/habitat themes. A new bookmaker with a unique art style and lots of potential. Books about farms are always popular with toddlers and parents.
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Rooster and hen make a proud little .
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Rooster and hen make a proud little .
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Peek-a-Baby: Ocean Peekaboo flaps inside! Mike Orodan Lift the flaps of these adorable shaped novelty board books to reveal the hidden baby animals and learn their names! Baby animals are hiding in the ocean! Lift the flaps to help each animal parent find their babies, from playful dolphin pups to a shy whale calf. Cleverly layered pages combine with stunning limited-palette artwork in this distinctive peekaboo board book.
Author Details Mike Orodan is a first time British author / illustrator who was inspired to create this series by a mural he made for his twins. Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Board Book
Price
AU$19.99
ISBN
9781452166469
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Imprint
Chronicle Child
Series
NA
Category
Child Fiction
Format
190 x 152 mm
Extent
14pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
3 and up
Terms
SOR
Key Information •
The shaped pages, flaps, and memorable art give these board books a satisfying object quality and lots of adorable appeal.
•
These warm, family-focused board books make perfect gifts for baby showers and new parents. From the "In My" books to "You Are My Baby," Chronicle Books has a strong track record with novelty board books, especially those with animal/habitat themes. A new bookmaker with a unique art style and lots of potential. Books about ocean animals are always popular with toddlers and parents.
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Lupin Leaps In A Breaking Cat News Adventure Georgia Dunn Breaking Cat News is a brand-new comic collection for middle grade readers! This just in: Three adorable house cats
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are reporting the most hilarious breaking news! Based on author/illustrator Georgia Dunn’s real-life pets, Elvis, Lupin, and Puck strap on neckties and pick up microphones to provide the most up-to-date relevant news stories (at least according to them). Picking up where they last left off in Breaking Cat News, are Elvis, Puck, and Lupin reporting on the breaking news that matters to cats. Cynical, no-nonsense Elvis and shy, sweet, sensitive Puck are the reporter kitties in the field, while the adventurous jokester Lupin serves as anchor cat. Together, they're back to break headlines on mysterious man "tails," all things holiday-related, new cat friends, and all the daily happenings in and outside their home. The super fun "More to Explore" section includes how to draw the BCN news crew, how to draw expressions, how to draw your pet as a reporter, and paper dolls of the crew, along with props and extras!
Author Details In addition to being a syndicated cartoonist, Georgia Dunn is also a children’s and fantasy/sci-fi illustrator. She sells her watercolor and ink illustrations on Etsy, in brick and mortar shops, and to educational magazines and independent publications.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback
Price
AU$17.99 | NZ$19.99
ISBN
9781449495220
Publisher
AMP
Imprint
Andrews McMeel Books
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Category
Child Fiction
Format
22 x 15 mm
Extent
176pp
Illustrations
Full colour illustrations
Age Range
NA
Terms
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Social Media: Facebook, 5,774 followers; Twitter, 2,082 followers; Instagram, 2,264 followers; gocomics, 8,921 subscribers Breaking Cat News book has sold almost 10,000 copies worldwide and is #50 on best-seller rank in books about pets & animal care on Amazon, and has raving 5-star reviews. Active Etsy shop with 1,740 admirers, 1,335 sales, and 450 5-star reviews
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Super Slime! Make the perfect slime every time with 30 fantastic recipes Susan Akass
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Young slimers will delight in this book of 30 gorgeously gooey tried-and-tested recipes to make at home.
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Kids have gone crazy for slime! They can’t get enough of it and there’s huge kudos in being able to make your own. In Super Slime! Susan Akass offers a brilliant variety of safe homemade recipes including fluffy, glow-in-the-dark, crunchy, rainbow glitter and starburst slime. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and vibrant photos of every slime, the recipes are bright, clear and easy to understand. As well as helping children to develop their creative skills, for added value Susan explains the science behind the slime, which offers an educational element without detracting from the fun. With perfect results every time, Susan Akass’s squishy and stretchy creations will be hugely satisfying for every slime-obsessed child.
Author Details Susan Akass is the author of the science book Bubbles & Balloons and My First Science Book as well as the general editor of the ‘My First’ children’s series, all published by CICO Kidz. She is a primary school teacher in charge of science and is based in Bath.
Publication
01 March 2019
Binding
Paperback with Flaps
Price
AU$24.99
ISBN
9781782497103
Publisher
CICO
Imprint
Cico Books
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Category
Child Picture Book
Format
276 x 208 mm
Extent
128pp
Illustrations
150 colour artworks and photos
Age Range
7 and up
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'How to make slime?' was the most popular ‘How To’ query Googled in the UK in 2017 and worldwide search interest increased by an enormous 450% over a 12-month period. Homemade recipes will appeal to parents who are spending lots of money on overpriced ready-made slime, and a book will appeal to those who want to get their kids away from YouTube videos. The recipes are tried and tested so won’t disappoint. Children’s slime parties are growing in popularity, but it’s not just children who love slime. Adults are also using slime for its sensory benefits – making and handling it is a known stress reliever. Susan Akass is also the author of My First Science Book (9781782492542), which has sold over 17,000 copies worldwide.