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Life is always winking at us, calling our attention to the beauty hidden in plain sight. This book is an invitation to explore the overlooked and find magic in the mundane.Life is always winking at us, calling our attention to the beauty hidden in plain sight. And yet, we often miss what’s right in front of our noses, either lost in thought or tethered to never-ending to-do lists. This is a handbook for anyone who feels some of the shine has worn off their daily life and wants to reconnect with the beauty hidden in plain sight. In this exquisite collection of photographs, poems and creative invitations, we are reminded that we don’t need to wait for miracles to be astonished. Wonder is a state of mind, available to us every day of our lives.

Newest title in Hoxton’s Opinionated series devoted to art themes, movement, and mediums, pairing images with 65 essays challenging current notions of what constitutes art.The best art isn’t just created in art schools. Scratched into cave walls, molded in clay, embroidered onto clothing, sketched in the margins, painted on scrap cardboard in time snatched after work, perhaps in secret. Art is not only made inside academies and institutions by people with money and training, though sometimes the canon suggests otherwise. From Ukrainian pansky eggs to politically charged quilts, these 65 artworks challenge our preconceptions about what constitutes art, how it should be made and who should make it.

- Broken down into 60 bitesize topics that can be read in sequence or dipped into - perfect for the intelligent but time-poor reader - Highly visual, with an image to accompany each topic - One of the first titles in a growing series, Small Book, Big Idea, offering concise, intelligent and playful examinations of the pressing issues of our time Psilocybin. LSD. Ketamine. MDMA. These are the drugs that will change mental health treatment forever. We're on the cusp of a psychedelic revolution. But how did we get here? And if the drugs are so great, why aren't they legalized already? This book examines the long, turbulent history of psychedelics, from their ancient and spiritual significance to their astonishing medical potential, from Ancient India to 1960s San Francisco to the labs of today and tomorrow. It explores how they might prompt spiritual revelation, reveals their long cultural legacy and traces the development of psychedelic medicine, ultimately asking the question: how can these mind-altering substances alter the world for good?

- Broken down into 60 bitesize topics that can be read in sequence or dipped into - perfect for the intelligent but time-poor reader - Highly visual, with an image to accompany each topic - One of the first titles in a growing series, Small Book, Big Idea, offering concise, intelligent and playful examinations of the pressing issues of our time Anyone can go online, write something about what's going on the world, and share it with potentially millions of people. We are living in an era of radically democratized information. And it's a threat to democracy itself. Social media has made it easier than ever to spread falsehoods, amplified by its echo chambers and algorithms, and latched onto by politicians looking for convenient narratives. But fake news has a surprisingly long history. This book traces its evolution through rumor, conspiracy and misinformation, Ancient Greece to Donald Trump and beyond. It explores the origins of confirmation bias, some of the earliest instances of mass media manipulation, the deployment of fake news during war and the significance of the internet age, ultimately asking the question: how do we make sense of this post-truth world?

Peruse mid-century furniture at Hackney Flea Market, gorge on falafel wraps and British cheese in Borough, soak up the vibe at Camden Lock and then buy a bunch of fresh eucalyptus or a five-foot monstera at Columbia Road. That's a weird day out - but a good one! London's got hundreds of markets but these are the only ones you need to know about. So grab an empty tote bag and be prepared to hunt for some treasures. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer no-nonsense insider's advice on what to do and see in Britain.

- Vivid modern-day photographs of Benidorm - Britain's original beach holiday - examine how the dream has changed Capturing the juxtaposition between its vibrant beach culture and towering urban landscape, Rob Ball's photographs of this famous Spanish seaside town consider the promise of the perfect package holiday - and whether it has changed since it's conception in the fifties. From sunlit palm trees to shimmering neon lights, from pastel-colored high rises to bright pink beach towels, from the greys and browns of backstreets to the pinks and reds of sunburn, this is a visual ode to all the colors of Benidorm and a testament to its irrepressible energy.

- The ultimate guide to London's hidden gems and unexpected delights Think you know London? Think again. Behind unassuming doors and just a few steps away from buzzing inner-city streets, London offers a truly mind-boggling wealth of places to explore - from hidden rooftop courtyards and Roman ruins to eerie foot tunnels beneath the Thames and clandestine cocktail bars. Whether it's a 100-year-old underground postal railway you're after, or a token-operated book vending machine, this book will guide you down the city's most unexpected avenues. Simply slide open the trick bookcase and step into your new favorite London haunt.

Gone are the days of the stuffy, old-fashioned wine bar with its impenetrable list and stuck-up staff. Wine is the drink du jour, and the places to sample it in London are plentiful, from bars and restaurants with a seriously good selection to shops championing small-scale producers and vineyards a short train ride away. Whether you''re after a silky-smooth pinot noir or a funky organic orange, this is your trusty, opinionated guide to the venues with the best vino in town. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer no-nonsense insider s advice on what to do and see in Britain.

A late-Victorian family gather for a charmingly awkward photo around their turkey feast. Women in glamorous fur coats stroke hosiery in a 1950s department store. A little boy opens a wooden rifle under a tree. There are some things about Christmas past that feel a world away. But there are others that aren''t so different after all: lovers swap gifts, children build gingerbread houses and a family ends the day rosy-cheeked and full of cheer. This photographic celebration of Christmas from yesteryear is amusing, surprising but ultimately heartwarming, reminding us of what works best at this time of year: the timeless joy of being together

Tracing the erotic from its earliest origins to the present day, this provocative guide will illuminate the many shades of erotic art. Covering phallic Babylonian carvings from 1800 BCE, forbidden Victorian watercolours, 18th century Shunga woodcuts and the extraordinary queer art of Ron Athey, Valie Export and Tom of Finland, this witty guide celebrates the beauty, chaos and absurdity of erotic art - and questions how desire shapes the way we see the world.

The Sunday market is a kind of street theatre: spontaneous and highly visual. Capturing a contrast between the energy of the people buying and selling and the run-down, pre-gentrification East End, these images offer a glimpse into the area before its dramatic social change. Compelling, vibrant, humorous and heartfelt, Paul Trevor''s photography brings to life a diverse, thrumming city that feels both faraway and familiar. Motivated by a keen social impulse, self-taught photographer Paul Trevor spent many years during the ''70s and ''80s capturing life in London''s markets. His photographs have been exhibited internationally since 1970.

Think you''ve traipsed around every worthwhile destination the city has to offer? Think again. This is a handbook to London''s most perplexing points of interest and hidden corners: visit the Victorian mausoleum supposedly containing a time machine, go shopping for Viking supplies, get crafty at a squirrel taxidermy workshop and then enjoy dinner and a cowbell show at an ersatz alpine lodge. There''s plenty of weirdness in London. Lucky for you, we''ve sorted the best from the... better avoided. So come with curiosity and an open mind, and get ready for some shock, amusement and plain unusual intrigue.

This photographic exploration of the world's most imaginative and surprising playscapes spans artist-designed play sculptures, picturesque soft play spaces and wildly creative conceptual playgrounds, from Copenhagen to Canberra, via Bangkok and Beijing. Discover over 100 playful environments - some recently installed, others currently serving their third generation of children, some private and many more public, but all united by their originality, visual appeal and power to help children unleash their creativity and adventurous spirit.

It''s a truism to say design is all around us but in London it''s perhaps truer than almost anywhere: from the red double decker we climb aboard to the latest gallery it drives past, this city is, and always has been, at the cutting edge of design. But how to get the best of it? This latest title in our bestselling ''Opinionated Guide'' series will take readers on a whirlwind tour through our 60 favourite design destinations, from design museums and commercial galleries to homewares and clothing boutiques and of course, a selection of the best design bookshops.

Once used for transporting goods to keep the capital''s industry chugging along, London''s canals now form a maze of delightful walking, biking and boating routes. The city has swapped barges and towpaths for engines and roads, and in its place life has sprouted from the canal banks, transforming these waterways into hives of cultural activity. Amble through the quaint beauty of Paddington''s Little Venice, cycle along the River Lea to the marshy expanse of Walthamstow Wetlands or take a waterside table in one of Hackney Wick''s bustling bars and watch the world (and the narrowboats) go by. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer straight-talking insider''s advice on what to do and see in London

Peruse the latest releases in indie favourites Pages of Hackney and Kirkdale Books, get wanderlust among the vast shelves of Stanfords and bag well-thumbed second-hand treasures in Bloomsbury''s Skoob. London is a world-leading literary mecca and bookshops here are more than just places to pick up paperbacks - from community favourite (and the city''s first Black bookshop) Beacon Books to queer Soho institution Gay''s the Word, these 50 shops are the capital''s finest places to seek out new stories. Time to clear some space on your to-be-read shelf. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer straight-talking insider''s advice on what to do and see in London.

This is our unashamedly biased guide to the places worth the hype. This is not a list of dusty, overpriced, triple-Michelin-starred Mayfair haunts; from delis to finer (but affordable) small plates, the eateries included in this book are fresh, innovative and colourful, bursting with flavour and life. We''ll tell you why you should queue along the canal for Towpath''s ever-changing seasonal menu, which really is the greatest curry in Whitechapel (Tayyabs) and where you''ll find the tastiest meal among the culinary medley that is Brixton Village market. There are too many places to eat in London; these ones are the best.

Hunks of crusty sourdough, cinnamon-dusted buns, glossy plaits of challah and hand-stretched pizza: Britain''s dough game is changing, and who doesn''t want to feast (visually and literally) on the results? A plethora of exciting new bakeries are rising up, from London bread royalty E5 and TOAD (both pioneering sustainable farming practices with UK-grown grain) to Manchester-based fermentation experts Pollen, whose croissants take four days to produce from start to finish. Look no further for Britain''s finest bakes.

Put down your phone, open your eyes and immerse yourself in your surroundings. The way to discover Britain is not through packed schedules and perfect Instagram posts; this is a book about travelling for those of us who''d rather take our time, focusing on authentic approaches to popular British destinations. From walking in Gower to drinking whiskey in Islay, exploring Angelsey''s hidden coves to fossil hunting on the Jurassic Coast, each essay offers an interesting way into a location, plus genuine recommendations to help you make the most of your trip.

Look at a London tube map and you''d be forgiven for thinking there wasn''t much going on south of the river. But you''d be gravely mistaken. Home to diverse communities, thriving creative institutions and countless exciting food and drink options, south London is an integral part of the capital''s varied arts scene. Mooch around some of London''s best galleries, get lost in its sprawling green spaces, feast on culinary delights from all corners of the world and visit that famous pink staircase - south London has it all and more - you just have to know where to find it. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer no-nonsense insider''s advice on what to do and see in Britain.

In a world of infinite images here is a guide to 65 of the best ever taken. From early experiments with light and form through Leica masterpieces and now artificially generated images, take it or leave it, this is our opinion as to why these particular photographs rise above so many others and how they shaped the history of photography as an art form as well as the way we see ourselves and the world. This is the third book in a new series of Opinionated Guides on art movements, mediums and ideas which builds on the success of Hoxton Mini Press Opinionated Guides to London.

Brightly coloured speedos. Factor two suncream. Lounging with a cocktail and cigarette by a chlorinated pool while the kids learn archery. This astonishing archive of nostalgic images of British tourists abroad were taken during the heyday of the package holiday. Trevor Clark was the first British photographer to document the new hotels rising in Mallorca and in doing so he captured the camp and joyful atmosphere of a bygone world of holidaymakers making the most of cheap flights, Mediterranean sun and all-inclusive, all-you-can-eat buffets.

For as long as there's been paint, there have been women painters - these are the painters you may not have heard of who have shaped the way we see. From artists at the forefront of the Dutch Golden Age to avant-garde radicals in Soviet Russia and surrealist thinkers in exile, this book gathers together 65 female painters from throughout history and across the world. This highly opinionated guide will tell you everything you need to know, and nothing that you don't, about the women behind the canvas (and quite a bit about what's on the canvas too). Witty opinion is set alongside faithful color reproductions in an elegant hardback that will persuade anyone that these female painters are worth knowing about. The first book in a new series of Opinionated Guides on art movements, mediums and ideas which builds on the success of Hoxton Mini Press Opinionated Guides to London.

Bristol is one of the most vibrant and artistic cities in Britain. Nestled between rolling green hills and the deep blue sea, this countercultural epicentre is the birthplace of Banksy, Massive Attack and some of the best cider you''ll ever down. From independent shops promoting local artisans to seriously good seasonal eats and the only artificial surf lake in Europe, discover what makes Bristol so great with this pithy and highly opinionated guide. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer no-nonsense insider''s advice on what to do and see in Britain.

A new look at the best of the old. You don't need us to tell you that people travel from all over the world to visit London's museums. But while you've probably already plodded round the V&A and gawped at dinosaur skeletons at the Natural History Museum, this guide will introduce you to all the greatest collections, archives and house museums that you've never heard of - but won't be able to stop talking about once you visit. From elephant skulls at the Grant Museum to hidden masterpieces at Leighton House and medical memorabilia at St Bart's Hospital, there's more to discover than Egyptian mummies and medieval manuscripts (although those are excellent too).