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Worried about saving the planet? You should be! It's not as
simple as it looks, and the constant barrage of planet-
saving information seems to be increasingly contradictory.
Dump the car and take the train? Not according to the
British Transport Secretary, who notes that a few travellers
on a rural diesel train are causing more pollution than if we
gave them each a 4x4.
Drinking organic milk? Well, those organic cows not only
produce less milk, they heat up the globe with their
methane emissions in the process!
Hardcover; 144 pp
ISBN: 9781594744143
Age doesn’t matter unless you’re a cheese...
Wisdom from Our Elders
"It's ill-becoming for an old broad to sing about how bad she
wants it. But occasionally we do." -Lena Horne
"I take a simple view of living. It is: Keep your eyes open and
get on with it." -Laurence Olivier
"When I was young, I found out that the big toe always ends up
making a hole in a sock. So I stopped wearing socks." -Albert
Einstein
This chunky tome is brimming with full-colour photos to help get your
creative juices flowing. --Digital Photographer
Also available:
Paperback: 360 pages
Photo Idea Index
Publisher: How Design Books
ISBN-13: 978-160061043 Vinyl Bound: 360 pages
Publisher: How Design Books
ISBN-13: 978-1581807660
Pools - Good Ideas
The ultimate reference book for pool design, one of the fastest growing design areas in home construction and remodelling.
Also available:
Storage - Good Ideas
This is the first and most complete handbook for the aspiring
graphic designer. Fully illustrated with both contemporary and
historical references, this book provides up and coming designers
with all the practical insight they need to make it in the world of
graphic design.
From how to be more creative and how to stay on top creatively to
the ins and outs of running a design business to the challenges of
working in-house, this book will help anyone interested in graphic
design decide on the right path for their career and give them the
tools to make it into the career they want.
The book provides inspiration from the top designers in the world
on how they do what they do so well and also provides a complete
reference of all the top design schools worldwide.
ISBN: 9781592534906
Paperback, 400 photos/illustrations, 192 Pages
500 Simple Website Hints, Tips & Techniques
The easy, all-in-one guide!
ISBN: 978-2-940378-32-6
Paperback with flaps, 128 Pages
205 x 228 mm
Gifted with the unique ability to help people discover and apply their
own innate genius, intellectual property consultant Gerald Sindell works
with individuals and organizations to maximize returns on their most
precious capital: their ideas and innovations.
Dubbed the “Genius Machine” by his clients, Sindell’s eleven-step
process has proven invaluable for countless individuals and businesses
needing to hone their message or launch a new product in today’s tough
market. Ideas enter the Genius Machine fuzzy, weak, or partially baked.
Through this eleven-step process, they are examined from every angle
and emerge robust, polished, and ready to change the world. Whether
you are designing a house, writing a term paper, or perfecting the
business plan for a new startup, The Genius Machine will help your
thinking succeed.
“The Genius Machine shows how any innovator can become a brilliant
thinker. As Gerald Sindell walks you through his straightforward eleven-
step process, his clear thinking, smart style, and colorful examples will
make a genius of you.”
— Christopher Barr, senior editorial director of Yahoo!
In this new edition of his classic book, Kenneth Thomas draws on the latest
research findings to identify the key to employee engagement: intrinsic
motivation. Only intrinsic rewards--rewards that come directly from the work
itself--encourage the profound commitment and sense of ownership needed
for a truly engaged and innovative workforce. Thomas identifies four intrinsic
rewards, explains exactly how and why they build engagement, and provides
a diagnostic framework to evaluate which need boosting and how to boost
them.
The second edition has been revised and updated throughout, with an
expanded section on how leaders can identify their own intrinsic rewards and
new tools, tips, and practices for encouraging intrinsic motivation in others.
You know them at first sight: individuals who radiate enthusiasm, positive
energy, and inspiration. Even in difficult circumstances they glow with an
attitude that inspires others, fosters a great working experience for
everyone, and creates empowering relationships.
Drawing on years of original research, Gratton identifies three principles
that people who glow live by, and three actions for putting each principle
into practice. Lynda Gratton is one of the world's leading experts on how
pockets of energy and innovation are created in organisations. Now she
zeroes in on how you can become a source of energy and innovation
yourself.
Paperback, 304 pp
ISBN 9781594742835
The book food lovers with diabetes have been waiting for: a
collection of 250 dishes to meet any craving, from hot and
spicy to sweet and sour, from creamy to crunchy, from
pastas to dessert. Written by Tom Valenti, one of Ten Best
Chefs (Food & Wine) and a "clairvoyant in the kitchen" (Ruth
Reichl, The New York Times) and a diabetic, You Don’t Have
To Be Diabetic To Love This Cookbook is filled with recipes
so delicious, so imaginative, so varied and enticing that it
will turn the burden of following a diabetic regimen into a
celebration of food.
Real flavours, real food, and finally, real pleasure, for diabetics.
Also available:
Secrets of Gorgeous
ISBN: 9780811865814
978-1-84543-306-2
Paperback, 256 Pages, 279 x 216 mm
Learn to Remember ... Learn to Meditate
"Learn to Remember" is a unique illustrated guide to enhancing your memory, featuring tried and
tested practical techniques for combatting forgetfulness. Whether you want to improve your
memory at home, in your relationship, at work, or when you study, there is a technique in this
guide to help you. With visualisation systems that can be customised to the individual, this really
is a book that can help anyone remember better.
About the Author: "Dominic O'Brien is renowned for his phenomenal feats of memory and for
outwitting the casinos of Las Vegas at the blackjack tables, resulting in a ban. In addition to
winning the World Memory Championship eight times, he was named Brain of the Year in 1994 and
Grandmaster of Memory by the Brain Trust of Great Britain.
David Fontana combines teachings from all the major traditions with his considerable experience
of the subject to provide a catalyst for those on the path to self-awareness. Throughout the book,
illustrations constantly stimulate the reader; their ethereal beauty echoing the riches to be found
by releasing our true spiritual and emotional selves.
This is a book the beginner can come back to time and time again for advice and inspiration along
the way. It shows meditation as the gateway open to anyone, a gateway to a new domain of
tranquillity, clarity and discovery. As the old meditation masters would say: "Start--and continue."
About the Author: Professor David Fontana has a Ph.D. in Psychology and is a fellow of the British
Psychological Society. Many of his successful books, including The Secret Language of Symbols
and the best-selling Learn to Meditate, have been translated into more than 25 languages.
Stillness Speaks
At the core of the book is what the author calls "the state of presence," a living in the "now" that is
both intensely inspirational and practical.
Also available:
A New Earth Inspiration Deck
ISBN: 9781577316510
"If you or a loved one suffers from OCD, read this book! The
Heal Your OCD Workbook presents the latest scientifically-
based approaches to overcome OCD. These principles are
illustrated with clear examples of the newest techniques and
simple, effective tools with needed monitoring forms that will
help you conquer OCD!" -Eric L. Ryan, Ph.D., Chair of the
Anxiety Disorders Best Practices for Psychiatry and Chemical
Dependency
ISBN: 9781592333783
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
Spiral Bound, 176 pages
Naturopathic Way
It's easy to lose the spark in your relationship when you're living
day to day with your partner. But with a little effort, it's also easy
to recapture the intimacy and excitement of your dating days
again.
Get swept up in a love affair with your spouse or long-term
partner using this collection of relationship tips and ten-minute
exercises. You'll not only discover new ways to rekindle intimacy,
but you'll also find the mutual understanding you need to smooth
over daily squabbles and set the foundation for lifelong romance.
A Sanskrit proverb claims, 'If you breathe well, you will live long on
earth'.
ISBN-13: 978-1-57224-635-5
Paperback, Pages: 224
Trigger Point Therapy
An effective self-care approach you can use to get relief from headache pain.
Trigger Point Therapy for Headaches and Migraines offers the first self-treatment
approach to use this clinically proven bodywork method to care for headaches and
migraines--a great asset to both people in pain and the bodywork practitioners who
care for them.
Also available:
Trigger Point Self-Care Manual
ISBN: 978-1594770807
Paperback; 208 pp
ISBN 9781594743368
The Groom's Instruction Manual The Bride's Instruction Manual
ISBN13 9781594741906 ISBN 9781594742651
Cycling Anatomy
Cycling Anatomy features 74 of the most effective cycling exercises,
each with clear, step-by-step descriptions and full-color anatomical
illustrations highlighting the primary muscles in action.
Cycling Anatomy goes beyond exercises by placing you on the bike and
into the throes of competition. Illustrations of the active muscles
involved in cornering, climbing, descending, and sprinting show you
how the exercises are fundamentally linked to cycling performance.
From steep inclines to slick terrains, Cycling Anatomy will ensure you’re
prepared for any challenge that comes your way.
ISBN13: 9780736075879
Paperback, 200 pages, full colour
Also available:
Bigger Faster Stronger is now bigger and better than ever! Establish the
solid foundation you need to compete successfully and advance your
athletic career.
ISBN13: 9780736079631
Paperback, 240pp
The Earth Chronicles Handbook
The Earth Chronicles series, a historical and archaeological adventure into
the origins of mankind and planet Earth, began with the publication of the
bestselling The 12th Planet. The series is based on the premise that the
myths from the world s earliest civilizations were in fact recollections of
actual events and that the gods of ancient peoples were visitors to Earth
from another planet - the Anunnaki, inhabitants of the 12th planet.
The series books include The 12th Planet, The Stairway to Heaven, The Wars
of Gods and Men, The Lost Realms, When Time Began, The Cosmic Code,
and The End of Days, all products of the author’s unmatched study of the
ancient records of Sumer, Babylonia, Assyria, Israel and Egypt and the
civilizations of pre-Columbian America.
Zecharia Sitchin has created an encyclopaedic compendium of the key
figures, sites, concepts and beliefs to provide a unique navigational tool
through this entire opus. Entries are coded to indicate at a glance their
cultural origin and contain summations, commentaries, and guidance for
locating the topics within all of his books.
About the Authors: "Derek and Julia Parker are familiar names to
anyone interested in astrology. Since 1970 their many books on the
subject have introduced innumerable readers to the discipline.
About the Author: Ervin Laszlo holds of the highest degree of the
Sorbonne (the State Doctorate), and was nominated for the 2004 and
2005 Nobel Peace Prize. He is the author of 75 books, translated into
20 languages.
With a keen balance of hope and realism, Marc Barasch sets out on a
journey to the heart of compassion, discovering its power to change
who we are and the society we might become. He describes
encounters with empathetic apes, as well as with Buddhist monks
whose brain scans prove the power of compassion practice; with a
man who donated a kidney to a stranger and another who forgave his
daughter's murderer; with teenage Palestinian and Israeli girls trying
to wage peace; even with astronomers trying to send a missive to
E.T. that we're not only clever but kind.
With unfailing curiosity, Barasch poses vital questions: What can we
learn from exceptionally empathetic people? Can we increase our
compassion quotient? How do we open our hearts to those who do us
harm? What if the great driving force of our evolution were actually
"survival of the kindest"?
Drawing on science and spirituality, history and popular culture,
button-down business and a high sense of fun, he creates a smart,
provocative argument that a simple shift in consciousness can change
"pretty much everything."
Also available:
The Mayan Prophecies for 2012
This title contains moving quotations from leading American Native Indians both past and
present. The spiritual wisdom of these peoples is based on a love and reverence for Nature, a
belief in a Supreme Being and a spirit world which interacts with human activity.
The contents are in alphabetical order and are grouped around the main Native Indian Nations
from Apache to Zuni, including the Sioux, Eskimo, Cherokee and many more.
ISBN: 9781592535187
Paperback, 200 photos/illustrations, 128 Pages
Painting with Your Artist’s Brain
Stop Thinking and Start Painting!
This is one of those books that will stay with you for life, that
you'll revisit many times throughout your painting career. Taken
to heart, Carl's teaching can have a deep impact on your art. It
will simplify the dizzying array of nature. . .change the way you
look your favourite subjects . . . cause you to see the world a
little differently, a bit sharper, in fuller colour, as an endless
puzzle of 'good shapes.' Best of all, it will bring more joy to
your painting process.
ISBN: 978-1-60061-089-9
Paperback, 128 pages, 90 b&w illustrations, 250 colour
Dark Art
Backyard Series
An Essential Guide to Choosing, Working, and Designing
with Clay and Glaze in the Ceramic Studio
ISBN: 9781592535224
Paperback, 400 colour photos/illustrations, 176 Pages
This definitive guide takes you through all the processes from clay to
kiln: from designing your own pieces to making, decorating and firing
them. The book is clearly laid out and packed with factual information
that creative ceramists will want to have to hand, including descriptions
of the very latest materials and instructions on how to use them
effectively in your work. Step-by-step instructions for using traditional
methods and new products, such as paper-clay and print-on-clay, are
combined with examples of work by some of the world’s top ceramicists
and details of how they achieve their results.
! Takes you through all the processes from clay to kiln: from designing
your pieces to making, decorating and firing them
! Step-by-step instructions for both traditional methods and new
products
! Gives examples from the work of some of the world’s top ceramicists,
with tips on how they achieve their results
About Author: Steven Mattison has been a professional ceramic artist for
nearly 20 years, specialising in wood-firing, salt-glazing and raku. Since
the early 1980s he has taught art and design in several universities.
Steven’s work is represented in many museums and private collections
throughout Europe and the US and he has contributed to several
magazines and books.
ISBN: 978-1592535248
Paperback, 144 pages, 250 photos/illustrations
ISBN: 9781592535200
Paperback, 250 photos/illustrations, 144 Pages
Also available:
True Vision
ISBN-13: 978-1592534265
Paperback
200 photos/illustrations
144 Pages
Pure Silver Metal Clay Beads
ISBN: 978-1589234437
Hardcover 190 photos/illustrations 160 Pages
Rejuvenated Jewels
New Designs for Vintage Looks
About the author: Amy Hanna has been creating and selling
jewelry for nearly a decade. A collector at heart, Amy began
haunting flea markets and yard sales more than 20 years
ago, and it was always the vintage jewelry, metals, and
rosary beads that
caught her eye. Her collections lay in drawers and vintage
jewelry boxes for years until a friend encouraged her to
create. Unable to find jewelry that represented her personal
style, Amy began making one-of-a-kind pieces from her
beloved collections.
ISBN: 9781592535354
Hardcover, 180 photos/illustrations, 128 Pages
The Art of Papercutting
ISBN: 9781592535255
Paperback, 150 photos/illustrations, 128 Pages
Art of Decorative Paper Stencils 2
ISBN: 978-1592535385
Paperback, 96 pages, 200 photos/illustrations
Also available:
The Art of Decorative Paper Stencils
ISBN-13: 978-1592534401
Paperback, 96 pages, 200 photos/illustrations
The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook
"The Dog Tricks and Training Workbook not only teaches people
how to teach their dogs a host of tricks in a clear and accessible
format, more importantly, Kyra's style and message communicates
what living with dogs is all about: having fun. With this book, Kyra
has done an exceptional job using play to promote, foster and
build the ideal dog-human relationship. This book exemplifies the
perfect marriage of science and heart from someone who
obviously loves not only what she does but equally loves the dogs
she plays with."
-Paul Owens, Author of The Dog Whisperer and The Puppy
Whisperer
ISBN: 9781592535309
Hardcover, Spiral Bound, 150 photos/illustrations, 128 Pages
INCLUDES: 30 instructional cards & DVD
Angel Animals Book of Inspiration
Some of these extraordinary true stories will make you smile and others will bring
tears to your eyes, but each one will open your heart to new revelations of love in
its many forms and shapes. Dogs, cats, horses, ferrets, birds, rabbits, snakes,
dolphins, llamas — the animals in this book reveal compassion, teach hope and
forgiveness, or serve as a barometer to measure feelings. After reading just one of
these stories, you will observe the animals in your own path with new eyes and find
yourself awakening to deeper, and often startling, spiritual insights.
“Any story in Angel Animals Book of Inspiration will lift your spirits. These truly
heartwarming stories prove the power of the unconditional love we receive from our
beloved animal friends.”
— Tippi Hedren, actress and animal advocate
“Animals truly are angels upon the earth, as Allen and Linda Anderson so beautifully
remind us in this wonderful book. Their heart-opening stories are inspirational and
remind us to take wonderful care of our animal friends.”
— Doreen Virtue, PhD, author of Messages from Your Angels and Angel Therapy
“All traditional peoples have viewed animals as messengers and mediators of the
Divine, which is a lesson we need to relearn. Angel Animals Book of Inspiration is a
bold reminder that consciousness takes many forms and is not restricted to
humans.”
— Larry Dossey, MD, author of Healing Beyond the Body and Healing Words
Also available:
ISBN: 9781589234536
Paperback, 300 photos/illustrations, 368 Pages
The Carbon-Free Home
As someone considering buying a polytunnel, I am so pleased that I read this book first. The
Polytunnel Handbook has guided me to the type of tunnel I need, made me think about the use and
given me confidence to get started. --Liz Wright, Editor, Smallholder magazine.
The Vegetable Growers Handbook
Everything You need to Know!
ISBN 9780811866736
The Deluxe Wedding Planner & Organizer
Hardcover; 296 pp
3-ring binder, plastic self-sealing pouch, plastic
business card holders, 12 tabbed dividers with pockets,
colour photographs throughout
ISBN 0811862402
ISBN13 9780811862400
The Art of Vintage Marvel Notebook Set -- These four pocket-sized notebooks
feature vintage cover art and handy perforated pages.
48 pp each, perforated pages
ISBN: 9780811858519
Items available:
Ruled Book - A4
Plain Book - A4 and A3
Portfolio - A4 and A3
Sketchbook - A4 and A3
Watercolour Album - A4 and A3
! “Folio” is a new, top quality collection, dedicated to creativity, free expression and design.
! The A4 and A3 sizes offer a generous space to be filled with drawings, projects, and writings.
! The Folio Collection is produced with the highest standards and quality materials.