Wouldn't it be beneficial to find an inner sense of security that is not dependent on outer circumstances? This book shows you how to attract abundance of various kinds into one's life and includes vi
At any given time there are around one billion pigs in the world; that’s one for every seven of us. And where would we be without them? Prolific, ubiquitous, smart, adaptable, able to turn garbage int
The chakras represent a system of belief that is related to the practice of yoga and the principles of Ayurveda from India. The chakras are not physical structures that you can see with your eyes, the
The 50 key modes, garments, and designers, each explained in half a minute! Even if you’ re not a regular follower of Suzy Bubble, Le Happy, or The Sartorialist, you probably have some feeling for fas
Learn all the tricks and tips of gorgeous interior design from this stylish designer-illustrator duo. Everybody wants a fabulous bedroom to call their own, but it takes a lot of skill to design the pe
Do you know a capella from zarzuela, or your major from your minor? Can you distinguish between a serenade and a symphony? If you only have 30 seconds, there is time - using this book - to understand
Stargazing is a lovely cross-generational activity who wouldn’t be fascinated by the sheer size of the universe? Stars offers a straightforward guide to what we know and how we know it, plus a range o
Its an urban jungle out there, and if its not the survival of the fittest, its certainly the survival of the most practical. But hows a boy or girl supposed to learn life's essential practicalities in
Are you sneaky enough to pull off a reverse robbery, by sliding a treat into someones bag or pocket? Have you got the guts to undertake a serious smile collection mission, and smile at every stranger
Be an animal explorer! Get ready to set off on an amazing journey all the way around the world! You’ll travel from the icebergs of Antarctica to the frozen Arctic and back again, through steamy jungle
Hand-drawn lettering has never been more popular, and every home designer is in on the act, creating energetic, quirky fonts that seem to jump off the screen, the poster or the page. To the uninitiate
A knitted Mary and Baby Jesus are designed with two options: choose which you like best or knit both so that you can change the scene. Patters are also supplied for Joseph, Three Wise Men, Shepherds (
Green is the new black. Is eco fashion an endangered species? As eco fashion becomes increasingly stylish and mainstream fashion gets greener, could it be the end for green chic as we know it? This ti
The Second World War played havoc with millions of lives, and all over the world lovers were pulled apart, often just as their stories together were beginning. This book tells the tales of 14 very dif
Suitable for young Earthlings, this book explores and explains every inch of our planet from the air in the atmosphere to the molten magma beneath our feet. It covers 30 key topics from deserts to oce
When you're hungry, and time is tight, pasta is almost always the answer. But sometimes you'd like a fresh take on its time-honoured theme. In this title, the pages are split into three sections: past
Celebrates the simple act of planting a tree. This title explains how to plant and care for a tree. It also explores the symbolism of trees alongside a miscellany of facts about them. By examining glo
The sinking of the RMS Titantic was a terrible tragedy for all the 1,517 people who died - but the stories of the 12 brides and grooms who joined the ship to celebrate their honeymoons are especially
30-Second Data Scienceis the quickest way to discover how data is a driving force not just in the big issues, such as climate change and healthcare, but in our daily lives. Data science is an enti
If you are tired of London, are you really tired of life? 30-Second London agrees with Dr. Johnson's famous statement, taking the history of one of the most diverse cities on Earth and looking at the
After pencils, pastels are the easiest medium of all for the novice artist to learn on: you can get a vivid, appealing result with just a few hours practice, and the solid sticks of colour are satisfy
What happens to the food we don’t eat – all those discarded apple cores and rejected Brussels sprouts? Did you know that there are as many living organisms in a teaspoon of soil as there are people in
With step-by-step instructions for 12 watch strap designs, and tips on how to customize the ideas to make them truly your own, this title helps you create a timepiece that really sums up your personal
Shows kids how much fun paper can be, simply by using the actual pages of the book. This title covers artwork that supplies the prompts for children to play games and create things, using just the pap
It's a beautiful day at the seashore, but Crab isn't feeling very happy. What could help make her feel better? This first book of yoga is sure to delight children aged 3 and up. Readers will follow Cr
From electromagnetic waves that enable us to connect in an instant to the gravity that keeps our feet firmly on the ground, this book is the fastest way to get up to speed with rocket science--and the
In the West, the story of Ancient China is less familiar to us than that of Ancient Egypt or Rome, but it is no less absorbing, and its rollcall of achievements is easily as impressive. 30-Second Anci
Why sow seeds that aren' happy sharing a bed when you can plan a harmonious garden instead? This book offers a guide to the friends and foes of the gardening world, ensuring you have all the tools you
Chess is more than just a game. It is the ultimate test of strategy. It is a game so significant that it once inspired the Vikings and more recently claimed centre stage in the Cold War. Its chequerbo
Why does your cat always head straight for visitors who cant stand feline company? Why does he chatter his teeth when he sees a bird and prefer pond water to fresh? This book helps you solve the riddl
Caffeine is the most widely consumed mind-altering molecule in the world; we cannot get enough of it, and drinking good coffee is our delivery system. How is it that coffee has such a hold? Its all in
Did you know that a cheetah and a Porsche can both accelerate from 0 to 70 mph/112 kph in just three seconds? That the moon is only slightly narrower than the width of Australia? That the tallest tree
Most dog owners tend to think of games as the reward that comes after a training session with their pet. But there's no need to separate play and work-play makes a terrific training tool if you just k
Jane Austen is more of a celebrity and media queen now than she was in her lifetime. If Jane were with us today, she would have had her own column in an upmarket glossy - a smart-cookie agony aunt.
The skill of knots is worth learning for its own sake, as well as being useful in almost any occupation, indoors or out. The Book of Knots teaches you which knot to choose and exactly how to tie it. S
If you only have 30 seconds, there is time – using this book – to bone up on how to eat well. We’re served a daily diet of food facts, fads and often far-fetched claims for what we put on our pl
Bone is one of the most extraordinary materials in the natural world - flexible and strong, available in a number of types and densities. Yet we only absorb quite how amazing it is when we look at the
A Shine-a-Light book. Discover natures wintertime secrets and meet the animals and plants that live in and around a snow-covered forest, from the bears in their lairs and the foxes in their earths to
A treasure trove of scientific fact and visual explanation offers a comprehensive review of these fascinating and mysterious marine invertebrates. There are over 700 species of cephalopod, and their e
Kids can learn the essential skills to start their own scientific journey with this fun and engaging title. Packed full of great illustrations, fun facts, and absorbing activities, this book guides yo
