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Discover the joy of time well spent with our inspiring range of non-fiction books at The Works. Whether you're cooking with your children, crafting for calm or solving puzzles to keep your mind sharp, our collection is designed to bring families together and support personal wellbeing. Dive into colouring books that soothe the soul, explore creative hobbies or find practical guides that make everyday moments more meaningful. From kitchen adventures to mindful escapes, there's something for everyone to enjoy and grow below.
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This is the book for life's twists and turns, when being human starts to get complicated. A must-have companion to Dr Julie's international bestseller Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?, which taught us the skills to strengthen our future mental health, Open When... is the book to turn to when you find yourself in the eye of the storm. Within this book are a series of Open When style letters from Dr Julie to help navigate the moments of overwhelm, confusion or self-doubt that we all face when life gets messy. Offering calm, clarity and a laser focus on the best way forward, each personal letter is followed by real-time tools that will help you re-frame the situation and decide on your next move. Every chapter covers a new scenario; universal problems that each of us will likely face at some point. So, whether you are experiencing stress, pressure to perform, dealing with difficult people, trying to fit in, making big decisions, arguments with your partner, or big emotions are that causing anxiety, Open When... brings the words you need to hear to get back on the front foot, feeling ready to take on everything life throws your way. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241663936 • Author: Julie Smith • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 416 • Dimensions: 22.1 x 14.2 x 3.7 cm
It is never too late to build the life you’re seeking. Part-memoir, part-inspirational manual for better living, Simply More by Cynthia Erivo is for anyone seeking greater harmony and fulfilment in their lives. Cynthia Erivo learned the music to Wicked a decade before she needed it, not knowing that those same lyrics would change her life. Ten years later, she performed those songs on a world stage, showing us that there is always time to keep discovering ourselves, and that the journey of becoming is not a finite one. In Simply More, through a series of powerful, personal vignettes, Cynthia reflects on the ways that she has grown as an actor and a person, shares the lessons she’s learned over years of performing, and reminds us how we are capable of so much more than we think. In this profoundly honest and moving memoir, Cynthia draws from her experiences running marathons, both real and metaphorical, on stage and on screen, to show how each challenge can help us. Through personal anecdotes, lessons and advice, she urges readers to lean into the wisdom of their bodies and to understand and strive for a physical and mental balance. Because when we chase our deepest desires, each small step leads us closer to where we want to go. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781035086016 • Author: Cynthia Erivo • Publisher: Macmillan Distribution Limited • Format: Hardback • Pages: 208
After three years, Jeremy Clarkson has discovered the golden rule of farming: whatever you hope will happen, won't. Enthusiastic schemes to diversify face defeat at the hands of the Council Planning department, or derision from Kaleb. Jeremy's plans for a business empire founded on rewilding and nettle soup are doubted by Lisa. And the stifling thickets of red tape keep only one person smiling – Cheerful Charlie, who charges by the hour. But the animals couldn’t be happier. A rented bull called Break-Heart Maestro is delighting the cows. The pigs are bringing home the bacon. And the goats are . . . most probably psychopaths. Yet on the good days it hard not to be optimistic. Where else do you get to harvest blackberries with a vacuum cleaner? Maybe it’s not just Break-heart Maestro who gets a happy ending? Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241786987 • Author: Jeremy Clarkson • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 192 • Dimensions: 23.8 x 16 x 2.8 cm
Welcome back to Clarkson's Farm. At the end of Jeremy's first year in the tractor's driving seat, Diddly Squat farm rewarded him with a profit of just £144. So, while he's the first to admit that he's still only a 'trainee farmer'*, there is clearly still work to be done. Because while he's mastered the art of moaning about nearly everything, some of the other attributes required of a successful farmer prove more of a challenge. Did you know that loading a grain trailer was more demanding than flying an Apache gunship? Or that cows were more dangerous than motor-racing? Or whether would have been easier to get planning permission to build a nuclear power station than to turn an old barn into a farm restaurant? But if the council planning department and the local red trouser brigade seem determined to frustrate his schemes at every turn, at least he's got Lisa, Kaleb, Cheerful Charlie and Gerald, his dry-stone-walling Head of Security to see him through. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241695791 • Author: Jeremy Clarkson • Publisher: Michael Joseph • Format: Hardback • Pages: 240 • Dimensions: 15.24 x 1.3 x 23.5 cm
Charlie Mackesy’s four unlikely friends are wandering through the wilds again. They’re not sure what they are looking for. They do know that life can be difficult, but that they love each other, and cake is often the answer. When the dark clouds come, can the boy remember what he needs to get through the storm? The hugely anticipated new book from Charlie Mackesy, revisiting the much-loved world of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse – the bestselling adult non-fiction book of all time, with over ten million readers around the world. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529108446 • Author: Charlie Mackesy • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 128 • Dimensions: 22.3 x 17.4 x 2.4 cm
A major new book on leadership by former England manager Gareth Southgate During his eight years at England, in one of the highest profile roles in the country, Southgate forged a unique management style, combining calm empathy with mental resilience, emotional intelligence and strong accountability. His leadership at England propelled the national team to its most sustained success in fifty years, reaching the 2018 FIFA World Cup Semi Final and the UEFA Euro 2020 and 2024 Finals. In the process, Southgate revitalised and reshaped the national team's footballing identity. Southgate’s book draws on the defining moments that shaped his leadership style, principles that informed his decisions, and the resilience that enabled him to perform under the most intense public scrutiny. This is a book that transcends football providing modern day leadership lessons that can apply to any individual, team or organisation. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529958294 • Author: Gareth Southgate • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 336 • Dimensions: 24.1 x 15.8 x 3.2 cm
This fantastic collection of F1 facts, stats and stories is back for a great new edition! World Formula One Records 2026 offers lively, fun and fascinating facts, stats, stories and trivia from the high-octane world of F1. Featuring the best teams, star drivers and most famous circuits, the book also has all-time records, from 1950 onwards. This new edition has the low-down on teams such as Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull; drivers such as Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen and Ayrton Senna; and tracks like Silverstone, Monaco and Suzuka; plus all-time wins, points, titles, pole positions and much, much more. This wonderful annual brings the most exciting sport on the planet to life! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781035424726 • Author: Bruce Jones • Publisher: Hodder Headline • Format: Hardback • Pages: 192 • Dimensions: 27.2 x 20.8 x 1.8 cm
The debut book from the YouTube sensation and all-round cartographical nerds, The Map Men! Hello, we're the Map Men, and in the following pages we've selected what we believe to be some of the very best wrong maps. Some of them are decades old, some are centuries old and some are so recent they're being published today (or yesterday, if you’re reading this tomorrow). They include world maps, colonial maps, corporate maps, Soviet maps, pioneer maps, news maps and maps whose intended use was hijacked for a French surrealist political movement in the 1950s. Whether you’re an avid map junkie or simply ‘map-curious’, you will uncover a unique tale of adventure, error and unexpected humour in each chapter, as we attempt to answer the question: ‘What on earth happened here?’ So, ditch the compass (or disable location services) and set out on a journey with us, the Map Men, into a world of cartographic chaos and mappy mishaps. Because the worst maps are the best maps. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008710279 • Author: Map Men • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Hardback • Pages: 384 • Dimensions: 24 x 15.9 cm
A happy colouring book with 20 removable pictures – ready for you to add colour, shading and detail! Join these happy friends as they enjoy cosy time together at home. Illustrated by Sam Jayne. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781917156547 • Author: Sunny Vibes • Publisher: Townhouse Publishing Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 48 • Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 0.5 cm
This 4-book set of beginner’s guides to astronomy includes: Stargazing, Moongazing, Northern Lights & Observing our Solar System Stargazing: A brilliant introductory guide to exploring the night sky, from the astronomers of the Royal Observatory Greenwich.Offering complete advice from the ground up, Stargazing is the perfect manual for beginners to astronomy – introducing the world of telescopes, planets, stars, dark skies and celestial maps.Discover how to tackle light pollution, how to stargaze with just your eyes, and what equipment is best for beginners. Moongazing: An in-depth guide for aspiring astronomers and Moon observers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Includes detailed Moon maps and covers the history of lunar observation and exploration, the properties of the Moon, its origin and orbit. This is the ideal book for Moon observers covering essential equipment, and the key events to look out for.Detailed advice is given on how to choose a telescope and how to capture the Moon in sketches. Northern Lights: The perfect gift for anyone with a desire to see the Northern Lights.Discover the incomparable beauty of the Northern Lights with this accessible guide for aspiring astronomers and seasoned night sky observers. Covers the essential equipment needed for observation and photography and full of stunning photographs. Observing our Solar System: In this guide, you will learn how the Solar System came to be understood – from ancient theories of its mechanics to the modern age of remote sensing, We'll then look at the significant targets for amateur astronomers – the Moon, Sun and planets – to see how they can be explored by eye and with telescopes. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008706036 • Author: Tom Kerss • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Box Set
At the age of sixty-nine, Ozzy Osbourne was on a triumphant farewell tour, playing to sold-out arenas and rave reviews all around the world. Then: disaster. In a matter of just a few weeks, he went from being hospitalised with a finger infection to having to abandon his tour – and all public life – as he faced near-total paralysis from the neck down. Last Rites is the shocking, bitterly hilarious, never-before-told story of Ozzy’s descent into hell. Along the way are reflections on an extraordinary life and career, including his marriage to wife Sharon, and what it took for him to return to the stage for the triumphant Back to the Beginning concert, streamed around the world, where Ozzy reunited with his Black Sabbath bandmates for the final time. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781408724057 • Author: Ozzy Osbourne • Publisher: Little Brown • Format: Hardback • Pages: 368 • Dimensions: 23.8 x 16.2 x 3.6 cm
The official tie-in colouring book of the viral book by #1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author Laurie Gilmore! Includes: • 37 hand-drawn fall scenes and seasonal aesthetic designs • Cosy, escapist colouring pages for stress release and relaxation • Individually printed pages to prevent bleed-through Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008759858 • Author: Laurie Gilmore • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 80 • Dimensions: 23.4 x 18.5 x 0.9 cm
Bring a range of beautiful mandala pictures to life with the Magical Mandala Colouring Book! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398862852 • Author: Tansy Willow • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd • Format: Paperback
The 2025 Private Eye Annual brings together twelve months of the most incisive, hilarious and downright cheeky content from Britain's favourite satirical magazine. Editor Ian Hislop, the longest-serving captain on Have I Got News for You, has curated the year's finest cartoons, parodies, sketches and photo-bubbles that perfectly capture the political chaos and social absurdities of 2025. This 96-page hardcover collection showcases why Private Eye remains the UK's most successful satirical publication, fearlessly poking fun at politicians, celebrities and institutions with the wit and irreverence that has made it a British institution for over sixty years. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781901784756 • Author: Ian Hislop • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK • Format: Hardback • Pages: 96 • Dimensions: 30.7 x 21.7 x 1.4 cm
From the author of the bestselling Air-Fryer Cookbook, this is Jenny Tschiesche's ultimate guide to using the air fryer for home cooking. Make everything from fakeaways to fries, Sunday roasts to sweet treats - all without any ultra processed foods (UPFs). Contents include The Unprocessed Pantry: storecupboard staples and meal plans Quick & Easy Lunches: Baked Eggs with Chorizo, Spinach & Tomato, Courgette Crust Mini-Quiches and the ultimate Bacon Baps Midweek Meals: Cajun Chicken Skewers, Halloumi Baked Mushrooms, Lamb Kofta Burgers and Honey Glazed Salmon Comfort Food: UPF-Free Scotch Eggs, Gnocchi Bake, Fish Fingers from scratch and Cheat's Chicken Kyiv Eating with Friends: Baked Butternut Squash, Beetroot and Feta Tarts, Halloumi Caesar Salad Fakeaways: Nandos Style Chicken Wings, Flatbread Pizzas, Chicken Tacos with Tomato Salsa Sides: Roasted Aloo Gobi, Spicy Patatas Bravas, Maple Roasted Root Vegetables Snacks: Apple Chips, Padron Peppers, Moroccan-Style Carrot Hummus, Cashew Butter Desserts: Banana Muffins, Courgette Brownies, Fruit Crumble Pots and Individual Bread and Butter Puddings Product Information: • ISBN: 9780600639060 • Author: Jenny Tschiesche • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 192 • Dimensions: 25.04 x 19.63 x 2.01 cm
Delve into the history, politics, literature and popular culture that defined the Cold War era. Matching superb narrative storytelling with scholarly analysis and visually stunning photography from the archives of the Imperial War Museum, this book gives a fascinating insight into a period that shaped the fabric of British society. The Cold War defined the history of Britain in the second half of the twentieth century as much as it did that of the US and the Soviet Union. Cold War Britain is an exploration into the multifaceted dimensions of Britain’s experience during the Cold War era. By weaving together history, politics, literature, and popular culture, this book invites readers to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of Cold War Britain, offering fresh insights and perspectives into how this global conflict shaped the fabric of British society. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008743994 • Author: Fraser McCallum • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Hardback • Pages: 272 • Dimensions: 23.6 x 19.5 cm
Book lovers everywhere will adore this delightful colouring book, containing over 45 artworks that celebrate literature and reading. Illustrated by Max Marin, this book includes everything from cozy reading nooks to grand libraries and reading in unexpected places as well as mini libraries, garden book rooms and tottering piles of books. These images are accompanied by inspiring quotes all about books on the opposite page, set within colourful patterned designs. Whether your own home library consists of piles of books all over the floor, a single shelf of favourite titles or a perfectly ordered room with everything in its place, you'll enjoy this wonderful colouring book. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398856059 • Author: Max Marin • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 96
National Treasure Joe Wicks is back with Protein in 15, packed with quick, delicious protein-packed and unprocessed recipes for the whole family. We all need protein to help us balance blood sugar, build muscle, and maintain energy and concentration. Whether you’re a dedicated gym goer, a woman experiencing perimenopausal symptoms or just want to boost protein in your family meals without relying on ultra-processed foods, Protein in 15 has you covered. Real food for real people, the recipes are simple and speedy but big on flavour and are made with easy-to-source, unprocessed ingredients. Whether you fancy a spicy chicken burger, banging steak burrito, meat-free bolognese or creamy chicken harissa pasta, this book is for you. Chapters include: – Easy-peasy dinners – Plant-powered meals – Lunchbox inspo – Home takeaways – Fast prep slow-cook bangers – Pasta and noodle winners Protein in 15 will show you that it’s possible to eat a protein-rich diet using fresh, whole foods. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781785128547 • Author: Joe Wicks • Publisher: Bonnier Books UK Limited • Format: Hardback • Pages: 224 • Dimensions: 24.6 x 18.9 x 3 cm
Get cosy, unwind and immerse yourself in these fantastic wordsearch puzzles. Includes 250 puzzles. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398858794 • Author: Arcturus Publishing Ltd • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd • Format: Paperback
26 adorable woodland creatures to crochet, from squishable frogs and foxes to super-cute bunnies and bees. Perfect for beginners, this simple book uses only a handful of stitches and contains clear, easy-to-follow instructions to get you started. Using only tiny amounts of yarn, but bursting with character and fun, these adorable amigurumi makes will bust your stash and melt your heart! Simply follow the short illustrated techniques section to create a whole forest filled with sweet furry friends, leaves, acorns and flowers! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781800922921 • Author: Julia Chiang • Publisher: Search Press • Format: Hardback • Pages: 48 • Dimensions: 18.9 x 18.75 x 1.02 cm