Humour & Gift (535)

The November Baby

ISBN: 9781035408597

Author: Noel Streatfeild    Publisher: Hachette

A treasury of inspiration for every November baby... Find out why you might give your November baby a name to do with champions, what is meant by a gift of a b...


A treasury of inspiration for every November baby... Find out why you might give your November baby a name to do with champions, what is meant by a gift of a bunch of laurel, and who your baby shares their birthday with - could it be Monet, William Blake or Winston Churchill? Much-loved author Noel Streatfeild originally launched this series of month-by-month baby books in 1959. Recently rediscovered in her publisher's archives, each little book arrives complete with gorgeous illustrations, and includes: - suggested names and games for babies born in each month - characteristics of your baby according to their zodiac sign - famous babies who share your baby's birthday - quotations and rhymes to fit every aspect of babyhood ... and much more. With a warm, lively and charming introduction by Noel Streatfeild to every volume, each adorable book in this series is a pleasure to read, and an object to treasure.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 96


Dimensions: 134 x 205 mm


Publication Date: 09-01-2024


$34.99
DUE > 30th Mar 2024
The December Baby

ISBN: 9781035408610

Author: Noel Streatfeild    Publisher: Hachette

A treasury of inspiration for every December baby... Find out why you might give your December baby a name to do with light, what is meant by a gift of a Chris...


A treasury of inspiration for every December baby... Find out why you might give your December baby a name to do with light, what is meant by a gift of a Christmassy garland of holly and mistletoe, and who your baby shares their birthday with - could it be Walt Disney, Jane Austen or Nostradamus? Much-loved author Noel Streatfeild originally launched this series of month-by-month baby books in 1959. Recently rediscovered in her publisher's archives, each little book arrives complete with gorgeous illustrations, and includes: - suggested names and games for babies born in each month - characteristics of your baby according to their zodiac sign - famous babies who share your baby's birthday - quotations and rhymes to fit every aspect of babyhood ... and much more. With a warm, lively and charming introduction by Noel Streatfeild to every volume, each adorable book in this series is a pleasure to read, and an object to treasure.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 96


Dimensions: 134 x 205 mm


Publication Date: 09-01-2024


$34.99
DUE > 30th Mar 2024
The Little Book of Flirting

ISBN: 9781837990801

Author: Sadie Cayman    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

Packed with essential advice for everyone from flirting first-timers to anyone looking for some fresh dating inspiration Whether you choose to treat your flirt...


Packed with essential advice for everyone from flirting first-timers to anyone looking for some fresh dating inspiration Whether you choose to treat your flirting talents as a delicate science or simply as a fun way to meet new people, this pocket guide will set you well on your way to charming the socks off anyone you set your sights on. From chat-up lines and online-dating nopes to first-date ideas and etiquette, these pages will arm you with all the flirting know-how you could ever need, including: - Tips and tricks to boost your self-confidence before a first date - How to make a good first impression - Where to meet like-minded people and how to get noticed - Non-verbal ways to say "I fancy the pants off you!" - Charming conversation openers Delving into the exhilarating world of hook-ups, internet dating and real-life dates, this book is the perfect companion on your journey to becoming a world-class flirt.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 83


Dimensions: 103 x 146 mm


Publication Date: 09-01-2024


$19.99
DUE > 30th Mar 2024
Sex Tips From 1894

ISBN: 9781837992706

Author: Ruth Smythers    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

Discover the secret to a long, happy marriage according to the Victorians in this hilarious guide to intimacy from 1894 In 1894, Ruth Smythers, beloved wife of...


Discover the secret to a long, happy marriage according to the Victorians in this hilarious guide to intimacy from 1894 In 1894, Ruth Smythers, beloved wife of The Reverend L. D. Smythers, wrote these heartfelt words of advice for young brides entering into marriage: "One cardinal rule of marriage should never be forgotten: give little, give seldom, and above all, give grudgingly..." The Methodist wife didn't intend to be amusing, but this brief treatise written for young brides is side-splitting today and an eye-opener to how our love lives have changed in just over a century. This little book is: - Delightfully ridiculous to the modern eye - Accompanied by amusing engravings from the period - Filled with Victorian wisdom, which may be more timeless than it first appears! Whether you're looking for a saucy gift for a bride - or groom - to be, or a cheeky anniversary present, this little book is the perfect guide to entertain and inform any happy couple.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 96


Dimensions: 101 x 136 mm


Publication Date: 09-01-2024


$19.99
DUE > 30th Mar 2024
Self-Care For Students : Simple Well-Being Tips to Help You Survive University

ISBN: 9781837991433

Author: Frankie Young    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

SIMPLE WELL-BEING TIPS TO HELP YOU SURVIVE UNIVERSITY Put your best foot forward and make the most of student life with these essential self-care tips It's sup...


SIMPLE WELL-BEING TIPS TO HELP YOU SURVIVE UNIVERSITY Put your best foot forward and make the most of student life with these essential self-care tips It's supposed to be one of the most exciting times of your life, but between lectures, essays, deadlines and socials, looking after yourself can often fall to the bottom of your to-do list. Making time in your day for just a few small, achievable acts of self-care can have a big impact on all areas of student life. It's time to put your own well-being front and centre. Packed with bite-sized tips and encouraging advice to help improve your overall health and happiness, this book will help you survive and thrive in this exciting new chapter. Inside you will find: - Helpful information on ensuring your mental health is well looked after - Kind advice for dealing with exam stress and social anxiety - How to cope with being away from home - Useful tips on navigating financial stresses - The best ways to look after your physical health


Bind: paperback


Pages: 160


Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm


Publication Date: 31-10-2023


$27.99
DUE > 1st Apr 2024
Winefulness

ISBN: 9781784729608

Author: Amelia Loveday    Publisher: Hachette

Winefulness is the new mindfulness. Cancel the hot yoga and pick up a cool Pinot Grigio - sometimes all you need is a nice glass of wine. Through the good time...


Winefulness is the new mindfulness. Cancel the hot yoga and pick up a cool Pinot Grigio - sometimes all you need is a nice glass of wine. Through the good times and the bad, it's always there to pick you up and it's always got your back. So enjoy this collection of wine wisdom for the soul, and learn to view the world through rosé-tinted glasses. As the old saying goes, where there's a wine there's a way. Includes inspiration such as: - It isn't wise to keep things bottled up - No Champagne, no gain - Life is a Cabernet, after all - Every cloud has a Syrah lining - Do things for the right Rieslings


Bind: hardback


Pages: 96


Dimensions: 108 x 146 mm


Publication Date: 01-05-2024


$27.99
DUE > 30th Jun 2024
Get Your Sh*t Together

ISBN: 9781529434897

Author: Sarah Knight    Publisher: Hachette

A New York Times bestseller from the author of the bestselling book everyone is talking about, The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k. How to stop worryi...


A New York Times bestseller from the author of the bestselling book everyone is talking about, The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k. How to stop worrying about what you should do, so you can finish what you need to do and start doing what you want to do. Ever find yourself snowed under at the office - or even just glued to the sofa - when you really want to get out (for once), get to the gym (at last), and get started on that daunting dream project you're always putting off? Or if you are confined to barracks and that's driving you nuts, then it's time to get your sh*t together. In The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k, 'anti-guru' Sarah Knight introduced the joys of mental decluttering. Get Your Sh*t Together takes you one stop further - organizing the f*cks you want and need to give to help you quit your day job and move abroad, balance work and fun - and save money while you're at it - or simply get out of the door for happy hour, every day.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 304


Dimensions: 126 x 196 mm


Publication Date: 01-04-2024


$27.99
DUE > 31st May 2024
Bored As F*ck Puzzle Book

ISBN: 9781837993116

Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

Do you ever feel seriously bored? This awesome activity book for puzzle-solving adults is here to inject some fun into your day! When the weather's miserable, ...


Do you ever feel seriously bored? This awesome activity book for puzzle-solving adults is here to inject some fun into your day! When the weather's miserable, there's nothing good on TV and you've already spent the last two hours scrolling through the entirety of your social media feed, you need another way to entertain yourself. Luckily, this fun-filled puzzle book is packed with amusing activities and tremendous trivia designed to cure any case of boredom, whether mild, moderate or severe. This book contains a whole host of activities, including crosswords, mazes, word searches, dot-to-dots, spot-the-differences and much more. And for the quiz lovers, there's also plenty of fascinating trivia to boost your general knowledge and impress your friends. So make yourself a hot drink and share a night in with Bored As F*ck Puzzle Book for a jam-packed session of quizzing and puzzle-solving. With this book's entertaining and eclectic mix of games and puzzles, you'll never again suffer another tedious afternoon of twiddling your thumbs.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 144


Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm


Publication Date: 09-04-2024


$19.99
DUE > 31st May 2024
52 Things To Do While You Poo : The Sudoku Puzzle Book

ISBN: 9781837992966

Author: Hugh Jassburn    Publisher: Summersdale Publishers

Banish boring bathroom visits for good with this cheeky sudoku puzzle book from the bestselling author of 52 Things to Do While You Poo What better way to pass...


Banish boring bathroom visits for good with this cheeky sudoku puzzle book from the bestselling author of 52 Things to Do While You Poo What better way to pass the time during your next visit to the smallest room than with a collection of sudokus to do while you poo. Whether you're a curious beginner or a master of the grid, these conundrums will suit anyone who likes to take the focus away from the task in hand and will keep you puzzling for hours. Within these pages you will find: - Over 50 creative puzzles to help you while away your time on the throne - Puzzles of varying difficulty level, from easy-breezy to a-bit-of-a-strain - Grids that can be solved not only with digits but with letters, words and even pictures! With this little book, train your brain while you perch on the porcelain and your time in the bathroom will never be wasted again.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 112


Dimensions: 146 x 146 mm


Publication Date: 11-04-2024


$19.99
DUE > 31st May 2024
Friends : The One Where Everyone Is Hiding (A Seek and Find Book)

ISBN: 9780762482900

Author: Michelle Morgan    Publisher: Hachette

Where are the friends? Are they hiding in Monica's apartment? Drinking coffee at Central Perk? Maybe at the beach house? Find all your favorite friends in fifte...


Where are the friends? Are they hiding in Monica's apartment? Drinking coffee at Central Perk? Maybe at the beach house? Find all your favorite friends in fifteen unique settings-plus additional items and accessories-within this original and officially licensed search-and-find activity book. Search for the beloved cast of Friends in more than a dozen fun scenes within this original officially licensed search-and-find activity book inspired by the most iconic settings from the show, including Central Perk, all the friends' apartments, Estelle's office, Joey's TV studio set, and more. This book also invites you to look for additional items and accessories within each illustration. Can you spot Ross's keyboards? The Mac and C.H.E.E.S.E. robot? Or Marcel the monkey? Good luck!


Bind: hardback


Pages: 48


Dimensions: 241 x 292 mm


Publication Date: 01-04-2024


$34.99
DUE > 31st May 2024
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