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Calling all baby witches! Have you ever wanted to develop your intuitive powers to look into the future and manifest your dreams? Are you interested in learning how to harness the moon's power to cast the most potent love spells? Or maybe you're just curious about all this witchy stuff and want to know more? If so, this journal is for you!

The definitive guide to classic and timeless cocktailsMore than 200 cocktails for every taste and occasion. Learn how to make exquisite cocktails in the comfort of your own home. With inventive recipes and a complete guide to cocktail-making equipment, this book will help you master all the basics of bartending. Featuring rum, gin, tequila, vodka, champagne, cognac and whiskey recipes, as well as non-alcoholic alternatives, this comprehensive guide is perfect for cocktail connoisseurs. With Larousse Cocktails in hand - and a delicious cocktail in the other - you'll learn how to make the cocktails of your dreams, from reliable classics to extravagant creations.

The strange and disturbing world of cults is fascinating and horrifying in equal measure. Uncover shocking facts about some of the most notorious cults to ever exist, delve into the lives of famous cult leaders and discover the actions and beliefs of cult followers from around the world in this mind-bending book.

Celebrate the wit and wisdom of Winston Churchill with this collection of inspiring quotes. This compilation features over 140 of Winston Churchill's wittiest remarks and sagest sayings. With quotes on life, education, philosophy and more, this book is a celebration of the former prime minister's famous oratorical skills.

Filled with practical tips and inspiring quotes, How to Find Confidence in Five Minutes a Day is a must-read for any woman who has struggled to make her voice heard. The advice inside will help you discover your full potential and learn to be authentically and unapologetically yourself.

This hilarious, no-nonsense survival guide is on hand to help you accept that being a cat parent is not a choice, but a lifestyle. Filled with original illustrations and tongue-in-cheek advice, this sneak peek into the mind of the mundane moggy will make the perfect gift for any cat lover.

This hilarious, no-nonsense survival guide is on hand to help you accept that being a dog parent is not a choice, but a lifestyle. Filled with original illustrations and tongue-in-cheek advice, this sneak peek into the world behind those puppy-dog eyes will make the perfect gift for any dog lover.

Acknowledge your feelings and their origins, heal your wounds and understand who you truly are through the cathartic process of shadow workVia guided exercises and easy-to-follow advice, this book will help you explore your life from all angles and shed light on its darker parts so that you can become your most authentic self.

The introductory guide to learning how to love wine, from wine writer and educator Charlotte Kristensen The world of wine can be intimidating, with its huge variety of types and unfamiliar language, but in Wine: Taste Pair Pour, writer and educator Charlotte Kristensen sets out to empower the reader with accessible knowledge and practical advice. This book celebrates wine as a fundamentally sensory experience that can be enjoyed by all, with a focus on great tips for tasting, choosing and serving wine, and pairing it with food. - Learn how to taste and talk about key grapes and wine styles using your five senses to guide you. - Understand successful food and wine pairings, with sections detailing different food categories, each with delicious pairing recommendations and recipes. - Enjoy wine at home and out and about, with key knowledge on how to read a wine label, hosting with wine, tips for buying wine and restaurant etiquette.

A nature diary from zoologist and wildlife photographer Hannah Stitfall, about her close encounters with British wildlife in the Cornish countrysideGet up close to Cornwall's wildlife with this magical guide to the year Hannah Stitfall is a wildlife photographer and zoologist, who regularly gets up in the early hours of the morning to try and catch sight of some of Cornwall's best hidden wildlife. She will spend hours on end waiting for a creature to appear among a hedgerow, scurrying across Cornwall's open fields, or taking flight across its towering cliffs and sandy beaches. In these brief, magical moments, Hannah is able to see and capture animal behavior that the general public rarely get to witness. In this book, Hannah shares her incredible stories, beautiful photographs, and often funny meetings with Cornwall's wildlife through the course of a year. From brown hares boxing in the grass in the spring, watching an otter cub hunt in the wetlands in winter, to witnessing the unique bioluminescence of a glow-worm in the summer, Wild Treasures is a remarkable diary, informative guide and joyous celebration of Cornwarll's wonderful creatures.

If you're feeling down or need some encouragement, this pocket-sized book of positive quotes and powerful affirmations will help show you how great you are. Filled with sage insights from philosophers and superstars, these inspiring words are here to remind you that there is no one quite like you, and your uniqueness is what makes you amazing.

Full of senior sagacity and elderly erudition, this spirited and joyful collection of quotes and musings about our latter years celebrates the lighter side of ageing. Encouraging you to laugh, embrace and love the ride, this book will show you that it really is the life in your years that counts.

Create amazing drinks without breaking a sweat with these mouth-watering cocktail recipes.Cocktails! Drink them, mix them, and enjoy them. Cheers! If you're looking to dazzle your friends and family or simply indulge in the fascinating world of cocktails, The Little Book of Pink Cocktails is the perfect guide to demonstrate your mixology skills. This book offers an abundance of ideas and instructions on how to create unforgettable and fun cocktails, no matter how experienced you are as a mixologist, or how curious you are as a novice.

This highly accessible and enjoyable guide is full of practical and fascinating information about how to enjoy whisky. All whisky styles are covered, including (just whisper it) blends. Along the way a good few myths are exploded, including the idea that whisky has to be taken neat. In 'What to Drink', world-renowned expert Dave Broom explores flavour camps - how to understand a style of whisky - and moves on to provide extensive tasting notes of the major brands, demonstrating whisky's extraordinary diversity. In 'How to Drink', he sets out how to enjoy whisky in myriad ways - using water and mixers, from soda to green tea; and in cocktails, from the Manhattan to the Rusty Nail. He even looks at pairing whisky and food.Whisky: The Manual is a spirited, entertaining and no-nonsense guide, dispelling the mysteries of whisky and unlocking a whole host of exciting possibilities for this magical drink.

Stylish, accessible and aspirational. Learn the traditional craft of leatherworking through 20 contemporary projects, from stylish accessories to essential homewares. Destined to be a classic, this modern introduction offers a contemporary twist on the age-old craft of leatherworking. Welcome to Candice Lau's award-winning workshop, where she walks you through all the fundamental skills, techniques and tools needed to make beautiful and durable pieces. Try your hand at 20 step-by-step projects, complete with scaleable templates, from keyrings and clutch bags to travel cases and knapsacks. Each piece focuses on a different technique and is accompanied by guidance on how to make the design your own. Arm yourself with everything you need to know to design and create unique leather pieces from scratch with The Leathercraft Handbook.

All-new recipes from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Persiana and Persiana Everyday The new collection of simple, delicious, crowd-pleasing recipes from the bestselling Middle-Eastern chef. Over 100 fabulously flavorful recipes with a Middle-Eastern twist.Praise for Sabrina Ghayour: “Sabrina Ghayour's Middle-Eastern plus food is all flavour, no fuss - and makes me very, very happy” - Nigella Lawson “I don't think she could write a dull recipe if she tried. Every one an elegantly spiced delight.” - Tom Parker Bowles “The golden girl of Persian cookery” - ObserverRecipes include: Zaatar onion, tomato & Eggplant tartines with labneh Chicken shawarma salad Herb koftas with warm yoghurt, mint & pul biber Ras el Hanout and orange lamb cutlet platter Mama ghanoush Pan-fried salmon with barbary butter Nut butter noodles Lime, coconut & cardamom loaf cake Tea, cranberry, orange & macadamia shortbreads

This little book presents some of the best uses of our favourite expletive. From doctors ("Take two shits and call me in the morning") to waiters ("You want fries with that shit?"), and whether you're a Darwinist ("It's survival of the shittest") or a Jedi ("May the shit be with you"), there's enough shit for everyone!

An irresistible collection of cold-weather recipes that celebrate the unique pleasures of autumn and winter, featuring seven new recipes and a foreword by Nigel Slater.

A is for attitude. B is for balance. C is for connection. The things that add up to a happier life don¿t have to be complicated. Whether you choose to dance and sing, give yoga a go or tap into the power of quietude and kindness, this charming A¿Z guide will help you find your perfect path towards a greater sense of well-being.

Positive Mental Gratitude is your go-to guide to harnessing the power of positive thought, and will help you to relish the small pleasures, be kind to your mind and brighten your world. Spilling over with beautiful quotes on the practice of gratitude, it will empower you to celebrate the present, even in times of challenge and change.

You may not feel it, but inside you is a hidden optimist ready to break free! Step out from under that dark cloud of self-doubt and draw out all the positives that life has to offer. Full of inspirational prompts and activities to help you reveal your inner positivity and confidence, this journal will help unlock your potential.

There's magic in having the right attitude. No matter what life throws at us, the power of positive thinking can make all the difference. This little book, packed full of quotes and affirmations, is perfect for focusing your mind while lifting your spirits.

Unlock your unconscious, record your dreams and reveal their hidden meanings. With facts, advice and space for you to jot down your visions, this dream journal will be your essential guide to help you:  Improve dream recall Learn the basics of dream interpretation Understand your dreams and their meanings Sweet dreams!

Feeling like an imposter in your professional or personal life can take its toll on your well-being, so it¿s important to take steps to rid yourself of your doubts and fears. Find out exactly what imposter syndrome is, how to identify it, and ¿ most important of all ¿ how to overcome it, with this helpful and supportive guide.

With this lovely interactive journal, you can create a unique and unforgettable gift for your Mom. For feeding us, protecting us, helping us take our first steps - we all have plenty to thank our moms for! Show yours how much you care with Dear Mom, the interactive journal that will guide you through expressing your love and gratitude, and provide the perfect meaningful gift for your Mom. Document your thoughts, feelings and memories about your relationship with your Mom and show her how much you cherish her with the ultimate personalized gift.