Search Results for: little book of

Drag may have been around for hundreds of years, but it’s only in recent years that it’s really hit the mainstream. Thanks in part to the phenomenon that is RuPaul’s Drag Race, drag is now a regular feature of TV, streaming, podcasts and more, and it is beloved by many – stars such as Bianca Del Rio and Trixie Mattel are now household names. But that growing fame hasn’t been entirely positive, with backlash from conservatives and religious groups.

The Little Book of Drag is a sickening celebration of all things drag, serving realness with facts, history and quotes from the queens. Providing all the T on everything you’ve ever wanted to know, this is the book for any queen who wants to get reading . . . the library is open.

Close your eyes. Take a deep breath. Visualise your goals.

Everything you need to know to attract your dream life – The Little Book of Manifesting is the ultimate beginner’s guide to harnessing the power of thoughts, feelings and energy to tap into the law of attraction and take control of the life you want.

From chanting daily affirmations and visualising your intentions and ideal scenarios to identifying negative thought patterns and trusting in the universe, this little book provides essential tips and methods to practise the art and magic of manifestation. Be it the ideal job, the perfect partner, or even unblocking unwanted emotions to allow the flow of positivity, The Little Book of Manifesting provides you with all the manifestation tools you need to help you transform your life into whatever you desire.

Get in the mood for love with this witty and empowering guide to getting it on.

Searching for a saucy gift for your other half, an engagement present for your friend – or perhaps you just want to do a bit of, ahem, private study to brush up on your own technique? The Little Book of Sex hits the spot perfectly. Erupting with fun facts, naughty quotes and titillating tips, it will build your confidence between the sheets and help take you to the very height of pleasure.

Whether you’re looking for a lowdown on sex toys, a beginner’s guide to BDSM lite, stories of history’s most outrageous lovers, or even a troubleshooting guide for when the unexpected occurs, The Little Book of Sex has you covered. Fun, frisky and frequently eye-opening, it’s proof that good things can come in small packages. Get lucky, get down and get it on…

“Women need a reason to have sex. Men just need a place.”
Billy Crystal

“A hard man is good to find.”
Mae West

The word ‘clitoris’ derives from Ancient Greek kleitoris, meaning ‘to titillate’ and ‘little hill’.

Little Book of Chanel is the pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated story of the most celebrated fashion designer in history.

Chronicling the life and legacy of Coco Chanel, one of fashion’s most influential couturiers, this gorgeous book offers a fascinating account of Chanel’s evolution and innovation. From her early days of millinery, through her revolutionary inventions in sportswear and jersey fashions for women, to the classics that made her name, such as the Chanel cardigan jacket, little black dress and exquisite perfumes.

Detailed photographs and sketches of Chanel’s designs, along with fashion photography and catwalk shots, pay tribute to one of the world’s most highly regarded fashion houses and the woman behind it, making a striking gift for any lover of fashion.

Revealing a world of secret messages contained within a single petal.

Floriography – the language of flowers – is the ancient art of encoding hidden messages in the type, colour and arrangement of plants, allowing individuals to express emotions and sentiments that they may not be able to articulate through words.

Featuring 100 of the most popular and available blooms from around the world, this beautifully illustrated gift book gives the botanical name for each plant, a description of its significance and place in folklore, and the story behind its meaning. It also reveals how floral symbolism has been used over the centuries in literature and art, from Hamlet’s Ophelia handing out rosemary ‘for remembrance’ and pansies ‘for thoughts’, to Oscar Wilde urging his friends to wear green carnations as a subtle code for homosexuality. The idea that flowers have secret meanings would have been well understood by contemporary audiences – and we are seeing a revival of the practice today.

From mimosa – which signifies chastity because its leaves close when touched – to the varied messages encoded within different colours of geraniums, Floriography offers a creative way to convey feelings and can add an extra layer of beauty and significance to a gift of flowers.

The flowers in Kate Middleton’s wedding bouquet signified love, happiness, gallantry and fidelity.

If someone sends you a bouquet of hydrangea and lobelia, beware: they stand for heartlessness and malevolence.

We often think of wisdom as something reserved only for the elderly or educated and gained through life experience, however wisdom has a depth and nuance that can be fostered by considering perspective in relation to knowledge. This age-old saying sums it up well: ‘Knowledge is knowing what to say. Wisdom is knowing when to say it.’

The Little Book of Wisdom offers guidance from some of the world’s greatest minds in the art of making wise decisions that keep your immediate needs in mind, while maintain long-term perspective. As you’ll soon discover, a little wisdom can go a long way in supporting choices you make in all aspects of your life.

‘True contentment is not having everything, but in being satisfied with everything you have.’
– Oscar Wilde

‘How wonderful is it that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.’
– Anne Frank

‘One’s philosophy is not best expressed in words; it is expressed in the choices one makes and the choices we make are ultimately our responsibility.’
– Eleanor Roosevelt

Think you know ink? Think again!

Whether your tattoo is to honour a loved one, to remember an event, to state your beliefs or simply to look good, there’s always more to getting a tattoo than meets the eye. For example, do you know that having a tat links you to a deep and multicultural tradition stretching back thousands of years? Yes, even that one you got as a drunken dare . . .

From Siberia to Polynesia, tattoos have always been part of human history. Vilified and revered, shunned and celebrated, the history of the tattoo is as colourful and detailed as a master’s design. The Little Guide to Tattoos is packed with fascinating history, fun facts, quirky quotes and deep dives onto some of the most iconic symbols.

Whether you’re a full-on aficionado or cautiously ink-curious, The Little Guide to Tattoos is the only guide you need to all things tattoo.

“Show me a man with a tattoo and I’ll show you a man with an interesting past.” – Jack London

“Tattoos are like stories – they’re symbolic of the important moments in your life.” – Pamela Anderson

Life is a continual balancing act, and often the more we pursue balance, the more things seem to fall apart. All aspects of life – career, family, relationships, and health and wellbeing – are in perpetual motion, and it’s this constant state of flux that makes it hard for us to attend to them in equal measure.

The Little Book of Balance offers guidance from some of the world’s greatest minds in the art of letting each aspect of life feed off each other equally. To lead a well-balanced life, we must first accept that balance isn’t something we can control.

‘Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.’
– Dolly Parton

‘Doubt can motivate you, so don’t be afraid of it. Confidence and doubt are at two ends of the scale, and you need both. They balance each other out.’
– Barbra Streisand