Self-help

'Don't hope that events will turn out the way you want, welcome events in whichever way they happen'How can we cope when life's events seem beyond our control? These words of consolation and inspiration from the three great Stoic philosophers -...

Whether selling, managing, applying to university, looking for a job - or looking for a soulmate - the secret of success is connecting with other people. Nicholas Boothman shows exactly how to make the best out of any relationship's most critical moment...

After years of being his own worst enemy, Byron Morrison knows exactly how frustrating the never-ending cycle of hard work, expectation, and minimal results can be. Maybe You Should Give Up is Morrison's answer to the question: how can anyone achieve...

One of the most original, moving and beautifully written non-fiction works of recent years, The Missing marked the acclaimed debut of one of Britain's most astute and important writers.In a brilliant merging of reportage, social history and memoir,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780996715256Author Bryn DonovanFormat PaperbackPage Count 454Imprint Bryn DonovanPublisher Bryn DonovanWeight(grams) 662g

A Wall Street Journal bestsellerWorld-renowned researcher and New York Times bestselling author Marcus Buckingham helps us discover where we're at our best-both at work and in life. You've long been told to "Do what you love." Sounds simple, but the real...

THE INSPIRING SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Fearne Cotton is a tireless seeker of the truth, and a wonderful communicator of sanity, hope, and (most refreshingly of all) reality. This is, simply put, a beautiful book.' Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray,...

We are creatures of habit, living most of our lives automatically, in small worlds of more or less comfortable routine. But sometimes outside forces compel us to adjust, and sometimes we must make changes ourselves. What happens when change disrupts our...

The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle phobias and feelings of fear; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings, work out why they feel scared and how to put fear back in its place through writing,...

The definitive biography of enigmatic golfer, commentator, and performer David Feherty-one of the most universally beloved figures in the game.John Feinstein, who has spent four decades finding intriguing sports characters and narratives and turning them...

How do you lead a fulfilling life? That profound question animates this book of inspiration and insight from world-class business strategist and bestselling author of The Innovator's Dilemma, Clayton Christensen. After beating a heart attack,...

Asperger's Syndrome For Dummies covers everything that both people living with the condition and their families need to know. From explaining symptoms and getting a diagnosis, through to overcoming bullying in schools and choosing between the therapy and...

Part memoir, part guide, Burning My Roti is essential reading for a new generation of South Asian women. With chapters covering sexual and cultural identity, body hair, colourism and mental health, and a particular focus on the suffocating beauty...

How do you make your dream job a reality? I have given career advice to thousands of aspiring sports and entertainment industry executives. I've been asked what makes you stand out? How do you impress when you don't have anything particularly...

Follow the founder of the Everyday Stoic and discover the practical wisdom of Stoicism and find contentment and happiness in your everyday life.__________Follow in the footsteps of the classical tradition of Stoicism and join a growing community of...

Eating disorders know no boundaries. They don't discriminate.Every story of living with an eating disorder is unique. Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate brings together thirty-one of them, each tackling the stereotypes and misconceptions about what...

All the techniques, step-by-step instructions and patterns you need to make 25 African wax print garments and accessories. INCLUDES FULL SIZE PATTERNS FOR UK DRESS SIZES 8 TO 26 African wax prints are colourful designs created by dyeing cotton...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780147516329Author Richard O'ConnorFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint PlumePublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 227gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 134mm *...

It’s the apocalypse—now what? Prepare for the end of civilization with the help of the world’s best-selling survival guide series and learn how to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again.The doomsday clock is seconds from midnight...

Self-care is the essential action of looking after your mind, body and soul. Dip into this book whenever your energy is flagging and choose one of its many quick and easy self-care tips, from gaining strength with invigorating walks and delicious,...

"I know what it's like to care deeply about my work and yet feel utterly exhausted by it."Burnout is more widespread than ever before, and it's time to do something about it.Rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), this book delves into the...

Getting Everything You Can Out of All You've Got is a revolutionary new strategic business and marketing handbook. The author is Jay Abraham, the young Californian whose meteoric rise to the ranks of the super-rich has led business leaders around the...

Known for his use of luminous color, Albert Handell, whose lush landscapes light up these pages, provides lucid instructions to help first-time pastelists achieve impressive results as soon as they begin working with the medium. After reviewing pastel...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593418321Author Thema BryantFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint TarcherPerigeePublisher Penguin Putnam Inc

Truly see yourselfHow to See is about our misperceptions, how we can gain insight and how mindfulness practices can help us see our real selves. Thich Nhat Hanh brings his signature clarity, compassion and humour in showing us how to achieve an awakened,...

Are you smart, scattered, and struggling? You're not alone. Cutting-edge research shows that today's 24/7 wired world and the growing demands of work and family life may simply max out the part of the brain that manages complex tasks. That's especially...

An initiation signals a beginning: a door opens and you step throughAmanda Yates Garcia's mother initiated her into the goddess-worshipping practice of witchcraft when she was thirteen years old, but Amanda's true life as a witch only began when she...

Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche offers insights from ancient Tibetan Buddhist traditions to authentically delve into the heart of creativity.Mention creativity, and what comes to mind? For many of us, creativity is the province of a solitary individual with a...

Most of us know about extreme highs or lows. For some people, however, emotional extremes can seriously disrupt our lives, either because they happen too frequently or because the mood swings are intense and accompanied by other symptoms of depression or...

Are you still playing a role you learned in childhood to please others, such as the Good Girl/Boy, the Overachiever, or the Helper? Though these kinds of roles may have gained us attention and affection, they prohibited us from becoming our true selves...

New York Times BestsellerNamed One of the Ten Best Books of the Year by Essence Named a Best Holiday Gift Book by Real Simple, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Boston Globe, and more Named a Best Gift for Coworkers by...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781635653366Author Joe NavarroFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Rodale BooksPublisher Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/RodaleWeight(grams) 357gDimensions(mm)...

A mother of small children trusts her 'gut feelings' and it saves her life.A young dad is able to grieve for his lost baby - using a song.What if there were parts of our minds which we never use, but if awakened, could make us so much happier, connected...

'Erling Kagge transforms and consoles us' Alain de Botton ____________________________Surviving extreme conditions can teach us to lead a fulfilled life. No one knows this better than Erling Kagge, who was the first man in history to reach all of the...

We cannot choreograph our own death, but we can die well. This is a book for those who are facing death. It is also for their relatives, friends and carers. John Wyatt looks at recent trends in dying. He examines the 'art of dying', a Christian...

Created by Kate Moss herself, in collaboration with creative director Fabien Baron, Jess Hallett, and Jefferson Hack, this book is a highly personal retrospective of Kate Moss's career, tracing her evolution from "new girl with potential" to one of the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781524763411Author Suh Yoon LeeFormat HardbackPage Count 240Imprint Ballantine Books Inc.Publisher Random House USA Inc

A Wall Street Journal BestsellerYour personal goals need a long-term strategy.It's no secret that we're pushed to the limit. Today's professionals feel rushed, overwhelmed, and perennially behind. So we keep our heads down, focused on the next thing, and...

As politics slides toward impulsivity, and outrage bests rationality, how can philosophy help us critically engage with the world? How to Think Like A Philosopher is a revelatory exploration of the methods, tenets and attitudes of thought that guide...

An original and comprehensive look at what it is we seek when we set off on an adventure abroad - and at how we can travel better, so that our experiences overseas become truly transformative and memorable. Going travelling is one of the few things we...