Keep your swearing as fresh as a f*cking daisy with 'The Little Book of Profanities'. There's nothing better than that perfect swear word. In a battle of wits, it can make all the difference. And, like all things in life, variety is the spice of swear words. Why call someone a d*ck, when a choad is so much more...satisfying. Stuffed with 100 of the obscene, offensive and outrageous swear words known to construction workers all over the world, this book encourages you to flex and stretch your foul-mouthed muscles so when that awesome opportunity to use a big, hairy curse word arises you're not hoisted by your own petard.
The Golden Age of Bullshit.
Welcome to the golden age of bullshit, a wiki-wild world knee deep in half-truths and alternative facts, spin and bias, influence and insincerity, little white lies and tall tales, falsehoods and propaganda, and all sorts of other baloney designed to disguise fact from fiction. We live in a post truth, fake news, world where nothing is quite as it seems and everything you read should be seen before believed. But isn’t.
From Brexit buses to Donald Trump, the University of Google to misleading advertising claims, and everything in-between, the bullshit keeps getting bigger and stronger and the lies are turning truer every day. It’s time to call bullshit on bullshit!
The Little Book of Bullshit is the ideal antidote everybody needs to fight the influx of excessive lying and cheating and defrauding that has come to define the 21st century, a tiny tome stuffed with delightfully witty snack-sized nuggets of facts and stats and quotes and boasts all related to the ever-expanding world of bullshit.
From the streets of Reggio Calabria to the runways of Milan, discover the extraordinary story of Gianni Versace, the visionary designer who revolutionized the fashion industry with his bold designs and unapologetic glamour. Founded in 1978, Versace quickly became a symbol of luxury, sophistication, and daring innovation.
The Little Guide to Versace explores Gianni Versace's early life and inspirations, his signature revolutionary designs and the impact of iconic fashion moments such as Elizabeth Hurley's infamous black dress and Jennifer Lopez's jaw-dropping green dress at the Grammys, as well as following his sister, Donatella Versace, who continued his legacy while infusing her unique vision into the brand after his tragic passing.
Perfect for fashion enthusiasts and anyone captivated by the allure of luxury, The Little Guide to Versace is a must-have addition to your collection. Step into the glamorous universe of Versace and experience the magic of a brand that continues to captivate and inspire.
Born in Italy, Mario Prada had a vision of luxury that was ahead of his time. With a keen eye for detail and a relentless pursuit of quality, he began crafting exquisite leather goods that quickly gained the attention of Europe's elite. His designs were celebrated for their elegance and durability, and the Prada brand soon became synonymous with sophistication and style.
The Little Guide to Prada explores the brand's fascinating journey from its humble beginnings as a leather goods shop in Milan, founded by Mario Prada in 1913, to its rise as a global fashion empire. This tiny tome delves into the visionary leadership of Mario Prada, a pioneer whose meticulous craftsmanship and innovative spirit set the foundation for an enduring legacy.
Perfect for fashion aficionados, design enthusiasts and anyone captivated by the allure of luxury, this little guide is an essential addition to your collection. Discover the essence of Prada's enduring appeal and the legacy of innovation that keeps the brand at the forefront of style.
It's cocktail o'clock!
Cocktails are more popular now than ever before in the history of drinking. It's boom time for cocktails, whether it's a wild night in with friends or charming a bartender with witty cocktail jokes. From Aperol Spritz to Zombie Punch and everything in-between, this drinking companion will never judge your cocktail order and is filled to the rim with enough cool trivia to make even your Martini shake in excitement.
Intoxicated with loud-out-loud quips, classic recipes and delightful wit, The Little Book of Cocktails is a cosy compendium to up your cocktailing game and shake like a mixologist - behind the bar or on the dancefloor - and a perfect little pick-me-up for your evening unwinding. Just like a cocktail. Please read responsibly.
Red, white, sparkling or rosé – arguably no other alcoholic drink has had more impact on our society than wine. From its earliest iterations in earthenware jars all the way to the bottles we find lining supermarket shelves today, it has evolved from its use in religious rites along with culture, diet and society as a whole. And with literally billions of litres drank worldwide, our love of fermented grape juice shows no signs of waning.
This little book gets to the heart of our love affair with wine. After taking a tour through a history of its evolution through the centuries, it delves into the nitty-gritty of production before we taste the fruits of all that labour – in moderation of course – and learn all about drinking (and hopefully appreciating) this most esteemed of beverages. As well as a whole caseload of quaffable facts and famous sayings about the nectar of the gods, there is also a glossary of useful wine terminology for the aspiring connoisseur, just in case you need a handy reminder during a particularly arduous tasting session…
James Bond's favourite weapon of choice, vodka, is the soon-to-be crowned king of the alcohol market, following its premium gentrification. What once used to be the crude and rude Russian cousin of gin, is now the toast of upmarket towns and swanky city bars, arriving for the first time ever in all manner of flavours and celebrity sponsors.
The Little Book of Vodka is a large swig and glug of stats, facts, quotes, notes, icons, origins of all things vodka-based, from its eastern European origins to its latest reincarnation as every taste-makers' go-to mixer and chaser. This tiny tome is a complete compendium, your ideal companion as you wait in line at the trendy new bar you've always wanted to go. Vodka is back, baby, and it's worth a shot!
The popularity of chocolate is never in doubt, but what are the true origins of this most delicious of treats? Who are the greatest chocolatiers? Which countries eat more than others? Is dark chocolate really good for you? Answers to all these questions and many more are included in The Little Book of Chocolate, a fun- and fact-packed book that explores all aspects of this global indulgence.
From the purest chocolates to the most bizarre flavours you can find and from the everyday to the decadent, this book is a light-hearted celebration of the history, taste and culture of chocolate. There are facts and statistics, amusing sayings, proverbs and puns, as well as quotations from the great and the good all about chocolate, why it's so nice and how best to consume it. Dip in to a few pages of this and you'll soon be reaching out for a slab of brown (or white) heaven in your hand!
Bread was first made at least 14,000 years ago, and this magical alchemy of grain, yeast, and water has been sustaining people ever since. Today, there is not a country in the world that does not enjoy some form of bread as part of their culinary tradition.
The story of bread is the story of civilization – but bread is so much more than a food. It's also a symbol of community and 'breaking bread' a metaphor for shared blessings.
The Little Book About Bread is a celebration of this ancient foodstuff in all its fabulous forms. From sourdough to focaccia and from challah to brioche, it's crammed with fascinating history, fabulous quotes and handy hints and tips. It's little, yes – but large when it comes to shouting about the joy of bread in all its many guises.
A Celebration of Tea.
One of the most popular drinks in the world, over two billion cups of tea are drunk every day! But how do you take yours? With one lump or two? At four o'clock with scones and jam?
From humble beginnings in China over 5000 years ago, the humble cup of tea has become a staple in homes across the globe...
Save water: Drink Prosecco
Who doesn't love a chilled glass of Prosecco? Champagne's younger, more affordable Italian cousin is a light, dry sparkling wine, perfect for every occasion. From a summer tipple to a tasty cocktail, dinner accompaniment or festive fizz, you just can't beat it. And as global sales would indicate, Prosecco is the new black.
Bubbling with Prosecco-infused wit and wisdom, and mixed with recipes for some of Italy's most iconic Prosecco cocktails – the Spritz, Rossini, Mimosa – The Little Book of Prosecco is a sparkling celebration of one of the world's best-loved wines that will have you reaching for a bottle and popping that cork in no time.
Prosecco has only 90 calories per glass – that's less than a banana!
From bean to cup and everything in between!
If you like nothing more than waking up to the smell of a freshly brewed cup of coffee, then this is the book for you.
Legend has it that we have an Ethiopian goat herder called Kaldi to thank for the discovery of one of the world's most popular beverages, all the way back in 9th century...
A celebration of all that is neat about tequila.
Following hot on the heels of whisky, vodka and gin, tequila has become the latest spirit to be revolutionised, gentrified, and beautified in the last ten years. Every day a new small-batch, craft, artisan, tequila brand opens its doors to a loyal and thirsty following of blue agave lovers desperate to get their hands on this nectar of the Aztec gods.
The days of slammin' and shootin' shots with a lick of salt and a suck of lemon have passed, and replaced by a definitive twenty-first century glow-up, swapping shot glasses for champagne flutes. Indeed, there is a lot more to tequila than meets the eye, and The Little Book of Tequila has researched itself into sweet oblivion to give its readers more than an eyeful of this mysterious and delicious spirit.
Everything you ever wanted to know about beer but were too busy drinking it to ask.
The Little Book of Beer is a light-hearted, irreverent but also informative book that celebrates beer culture. The book should be something that enlightens the reader while also leaving them foaming (pun intended) at the month at the mere thought of going for a pint. It will show how beer is one of the great unifiers, a drink almost as old as time, and it is something that brings people together and makes them happy. While it celebrates how beer has influenced popular culture and vice versa, it avoids falling into obvious traps of beer snobbery or elitism.
The perfect gift for anyone desiring a richer whisky experience.
Some drinking buddies only ever talk about themselves. Well, not this guy. The Little Book of Whisky is here to listen, entertain and help you imbibe as many whisky-soaked titbits of wit and wisdom as possible.
Whisky, aqua vitae, the water of life, the spirit of the Gods, the hard stuff – whatever you call it, has long been many people’s best friend. But now your best friend has a new best friend – The Little Book of Whisky, a tiny tome guaranteed to raise your spirits with its fine blend of whisky facts & stats, quotes & quips, and matured with whisky history and heritage. The Little Book of Whisky is a guaranteed 100 proof... of excellence.
Ginspiration' to keep you shaken and stirred.
Gin may be the national spirit of Britain, but it is now a drink that belongs to the world. It's gone 'ginternational', if you will. Within the last decade or so gin consumption has exploded, becoming the most popular alcoholic refreshment in the world, overtaking whisky and vodka.
Following the rules dictated by supply and demand, The Little Book of Gin is here to toast gin's extraordinary 'ginaissance' in the 21st century and to celebrate everyone's tipple of choice through wit and wisdom, facts and stats in a single serving-sized compendium.
Filled to the rim with history, how to's, what for's, drinking games, cocktail recipes and serving suggestions as well as a whole host of 'gintellectual' curiosites, The Little Book of Gin is 'ginfinite' in its revelry.
The Little Book of Crystal Healing is an essential beginner's guide to enhancing your day-to-day life with the help of crystal healing. From overcoming anxiety and soothing unregulated emotions to remedying physical symptoms such as headaches and insomnia, this little book draws on the unique healing energy of crystals to bring you mental and physical health benefits.
Not to worry if you don't know the difference between jade or moonstone, this practical, pocket-sized handbook breaks down the benefits and properties of each crystal stone. From providing healing remedies and clear instruction on how to harness each crystal's individual power to suggesting the perfect pairings for the flow of good vibrations, The Little Book of Crystal Healing will help you focus your energy and balance your chakra to feel in harmony with your mind, body and soul.
Have you ever found yourself noticing the same number cropping up on a calendar, your watch or a passing bus? Or wonder why you keep bumping into people born on the same day of the month? The answers you seek lie in numerology.
This little book offers the basics to discover your individual life path number and the meanings attributed to those numbers. As numerology is concerned with self-discovery, it's become popular as a personal development tool. Every name, date and numerical pattern in your life holds meaning and qualities and can help you gain insight into yourself, your relationships and your fate.
SAMPLE QUOTE:
'Numerology is the bridge between who you are now and who you have the potential to be.' Anonymous
SAMPLE FACT:
Birth number 4 personalities are solid, stable and confident, ambitious and realistic. Because these people are so reliable and focused, they are high achievers but can become workaholics.
The Little Book of Spiritualism is your spiritual guide.
This mini manual provides the perfect introduction to spiritualism and the spirit world, full of techniques, thoughts, terminology and quotes to guide you in your own spiritual journey. From spirit guides to mediums and angels to affirmations, this little book is a fascinating insight into spirituality and how it can transform your life.
The Ranks of the Angels
In total, there are said to be nine levels of angels, and this is a brief summary and hierarchy of the angels, from highest to lowest.
Seraphim
Seraphim are the highest order of the hierarchy of angels. These angelic beings spend their time worshipping and praising God.
Cherubim
Cherubim are the second highest order. They are depicted on the Ark of the Covenant as its guardians. God sent them to guard Eden after the expulsion of Adam and Eve.
Lean into the food phenomenon and culture craze that’s captured the world, with ramen, the healthy fast-food that is quick to cook and delicious to eat.
With slurpable noodles, umami broths and colourful customizable toppings, this unique comfort food can be endlessly adapted according to your individual tastes and creativity. Learn the basics of broths and noodles, plus a range of add-ons to adapt as you like. Take a journey from Japanese street stall favourites and Korean versions with kimchi and spicy gochugaru to home-cooked quick meals and Tiktok-style instant recipes. Whatever style you prefer – a light shoyu mushroom ramen, a meaty chashu pork ramen or the slow-cooking legendary tonkotsu ramen – here are recipes that make for enjoyable eating all times of the day or night.
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