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This practical and inspirational guide, in a handy sketchbook format, is aimed at the practised beginner and shows how to achieve successful watercolour landscapes in just 30 minutes – ideal for the busy amateur artist who doesn't have much time to paint. Many people think they don't have enough...

Owls have always featured prominently in the mythology and folklore of a variety of cultures. These mysterious nocturnal creatures are thought to be symbols of wisdom, omens of death, and bringers of prophecy. In fact, owls are one of the oldest species of vertebrate animal, with fossils dating back...

A modern interpretation of the classic erotic text. The Kama Sutra’s revelations of the sensuous and erotic art of lovemaking have been unrivalled in the centuries since its creation. Here the key tenets of the Kama Sutra are re-interpreted for today’s lovers. From getting into the mood with massage...

Packed full of tips for the aspiring watercolourist, its handy format makes it ideal for quick reference either in the studio or out in the field. Contents include: • essential tips on all the basic watercolour techniques, plus helpful advice on sketching and drawing • guidelines on painting skies,...

This practical and inspirational guide, in a handy sketchbook format, is aimed at the practised beginner and shows how to achieve successful watercolour paintings of people in just 30 minutes – ideal for the busy amateur artist who doesn't have much time to paint. Many people think they don't have...

This one-stop practical guide will show you how to say whatever you want creatively with hand-made greeting cards. To make your progress easier, it comes in a handy ebook format with colour photos and expert advice throughout. Why spend a small fortune on generic high street greeting cards when you...

The soil is one of the great unsung disappearing resources, with over 100m tonnes being destroyed every year. This edition is exclusive to newnaturalists.com The soil is the work place of farmers and gardeners, but it is also a fascinating environment inhabited by insects that can leap into the air...

This one-stop practical guide will show you how to get a good night’s sleep. With practical tips and advice throughout to make your progress easier. Do you have problems getting to sleep? Are you a fitful sleeper? Do you wake up feeling tired? You’re not alone. One in three Britons suffers from...

Packed full of quick-fix detox plans for instant weight loss this pocket guide gives all the advice you need to feel refreshed and rejuvenated in just two days. Whether detoxing for the first time, or adopting it as an approach to life, this is the perfect portable guide to finding a detox plan that...

This beautifully presented Little Book is an excellent introduction to the world of gin. It includes a fascinating history of the product itself, how it’s made, how best to drink it and details of the world’s best gins. The book includes a description of the very best gins in the world. It is...

There are few spirits that command such dedication, interest and affection as whisky. The purpose of this book is to provide a pathway through the whisky maze, to demystify it and to provide a platform from which a lifetime’s hobby can be launched. Whisky expert Dominic Roskrow explores all aspects...

This one-stop practical guide will show how to understand the allergies of yourself, your family and your friends. To make your progress easier, it comes in a handy two-colour format with expert tips and advice throughout. Food allergies are on the increase and are becoming more severe and complex....

The perfect pocket guide to boosting your immune system for better physical and mental health all year round. Tiredness, frequent colds, infections, allergies, mood swings and premature aging are all common manifestations of a weakened immunity. Your immune system is your invisible bodyguard, fighting...

Do you feel mentally or physically drained, or just in need of a good pick-me-up? Energy is essential in today’s sleep-deprived, overstretched, high-speed world, but how can you recharge your batteries when there is a constant drain on your energy levels? Most people have experienced that ‘tired-all-the-time’...