Watkins Media 2014 Highlights Catalog

Carl Jung: Wounded Healer of the Soul By Claire Dunne Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 29.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 5/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780281148

About this book: Carl Jung continues to be revered today as a true revolutionary who helped to shape psychology, provided a bridge between Western and Eastern spirituality, and brought into general awareness such fundamental concepts as archetypes, the collective unconscious, and synchronicity. In this important book, Claire Dunne chronicles Jung's journey of self-discovery from a childhood filled with visions both terrifying and profound, through his early professional success, to his rediscovery of spirituality in mid-life. Special attention is paid to the tumultuous relationships between Jung and Sigmund Freud, the unconventional yet vital role performed by his colleague, Toni Wolff, and the revelatory visions Jung experienced following a close brush with death. The words of Jung himself and those who shared his work and private life are shared verbatim, connected by Claire Dunne's lively and accessible commentary and by an evocative array of illustrations including photographs of Jung, his associates, and the environments in which he lived and worked, as well as art images both ancient and contemporary that reflect Jung's teachings. Jung emerges as a healer whose skills arose from having first attended to the wounds in his own soul. This is an essential work of reference as well as a fascinating and entertaining read for everyone interested in psychology, spirituality, and personal development.

Veggienomics By Nicola Graimes Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 6/17/2014 ISBN: 9781848991941

About this book: Forget shopping at discount supermarkets, buying inferior products or cutting back on food. Nicola Graimes, the award-winning vegetarian author, has written a truly inventive and savvy book showing how adopting a vegetarian diet can significantly cut the cost of your shopping. With an emphasis on delicious global food, Veggienomics shows how to seek out the best-value vegetarian meals, focusing on in-season ingredients, foraging, growing your own, buying in bulk, and making full use of leftovers. Pick up beetroot from a market stall, for example, or from your veg patch, and find brilliant tips and recipes for delicious meals to enjoy with friends and family, or hoard in your cupboard, fridge or freezer. (Every edible bit will be made use of, even the stalks and leaves.) Try foraging for the ingredients for the Wild Garlic and Mushroom Udon Pot, making the most of seasonal fare with Winter Root, Cheddar & Cider Pie, or even buying in bulk for the Chipotle Cakes with Chilli & Lime Yogurt. Complete with brilliant tips and nuggets of information, all the recipes are modern, international and truly mouth-watering.

Artisan Preserving By Emma McDonald Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 31.95 CAN / $29.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 9/23/2014 ISBN: 9781848991958

About this book: Everyone can enjoy the fruits of their labours with Artisan Preserving - whether you have foraged, picked produce from your own vegetable garden or allotment, or searched out the best seasonal buys in the supermarket or market. Whether you want to preserve fruit and vegetables, meat or fish, mushrooms, flowers or nuts, this book has over 200 recipes for them all.

Best Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Baking Recipes By Grace Cheetham Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 12/30/2014 ISBN: 9781848991996

About this book: Melt-in-the-mouth Red Velvet Cake; delicate Fondant Fancies; delicious Fig and Rosemary Pizza... For many celiacs or people allergic or intolerant to gluten and/or dairy, making any of these seems far too difficult. But best-selling author and leading expert in the thriving free-from community, Grace Cheetham shows how easy it is to work with gluten-free flours and grains, and dairy-free products, to transform their culinary lives. Intolerant to both gluten and dairy, Grace has spent years developing delicious recipes from alternative ingredients to inspire those who follow her popular blog. And now with every large supermarket stocking a wide range of these gluten- and dairy-free ingredients, it's never been easier to cook up a feast! From breads and cookies to cakes and desserts, and even baked main meals, Grace's new book offers so much variety you'll never feel like you're missing out again. Soft bread studded with sun-dried tomatoes and fragrant thyme leaves, Carrot and Cardamom Cake with a fluffy lime frosting, or Flatbreads with Spicy Chermoula-glazed Lamb, these are just a few of the dishes you can create. What's more, all the irresistible recipes in The Best Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Baking Recipes take the stress out of baking free-from food--whether you are an experienced cook or just starting out in the kitchen. With stunning photography and design, this book is the ultimate guide to gluten- and dairy-free baking.

Big Book of Recipes for Babies, Toddlers & Children By Judy More Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 19.95 CAN / $18.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 12/30/2014 ISBN: 9781848999787

About this book: A child's first six years can be an exciting culinary journey which takes him or her from mashed banana, through home-made pizza, to their first mild curry. By introducing our children to a wide variety of tastes from an early age, we can help them to grow into a lifelong habit of intelligent eating. By making the dishes ourselves, we can give them foods that we know are nutritionally balanced in every way. More than a cookbook, this indispensable kitchen companion not only offers delicious recipes for every day of the year, but also contains a wealth of information on child nutrition--from weaning and introducing solids to packing lunches and serving up party foods for older children. It emphasizes an easy approach to food preparation, with no complicated measurements or methods. Most important of all, there's a wide variety of recipes for every stage of childhood development, complete with 50 "first food" recipes, 7-day meal planners, and sound snack ideas. Practical tips accompany the dishes, including methods for promoting healthy eating habits that support brain development and a strong immune system. The emphasis is on practical parenting throughout - the recipes are quick and easy to make (no complicated measurements or methods), and are guaranteed to give enjoyment to your growing family.

Bread By Anne Sheasby Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 18.95 CAN / $16.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 11/5/2013 ISBN: 9781848991903

About this book: Sheasby opens her new book with an authoritative introduction to bread baking that provides the basics, from the equipment and ingredients you will need to the techniques necessary to achieve perfect results every time. The chapters that follow present a collection of more than 100 superb recipes for breads of all kinds - including everyday rolls and loaves, exotic flat breads, mouthwatering teabreads and bakes, rustic Mediterranean-style breads, and festive loaves for special occasions. Also featured is a number of gluten-free breads for those on a restricted diet, and a selection of recipes specially developed for use in breadmachines. Whether you are an experienced baker or a complete novice Bread will revolutionise your morning toast, your lunchtime sandwich and your evening meal.

Chicken By Marcus Bean Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 9/23/2014 ISBN: 9781848991972

About this book: An opening section of the book gives guidelines for purchasing, storing, and preparing your whole chicken or chicken parts. Next up are weekday meals, followed by chapter "for the weekend" and concluding with dinners & celebrations. The more than 100 brand-new recipes include mouthwatering takes chicken salad: Chicken Waldorf salad with crispy shallots; Chargrilled chicken, fennel & feta salad; glazed orange and mustard chicken with chard & spinach salad; and Quinoa Chicken and asparagus salad. Then there's the Chicken spring rolls with hoisin sauce; chicken fajitas & homemade smoked paprika wraps; Mango & coriander coronation chicken pitta pockets. And even though he's British, he doesn't leave out soul food favorites like Southern Fried Chicken and Chili Corn or the New Orleans classic: Chicken, chorizo & tiger prawn paella.

Chocolate By Jennifer Donovan Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 18.95 CAN / $16.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 12/31/2013 ISBN: 9781848991187

About this book: Sheasby's 100 recipes explore chocolate in all of its guises, from sauces and desserts to tarts, biscuits, cakes and drinks. Whether you want to whip up the most incredibly simple mousse or indulge in a sinful sticky chocolate cake, this book covers it all. From rich chocolate truffles to warm fruit drizzled with chocolate sauce, from comforting thick and creamy hot chocolate to sophisticated shiny chocolate icing, the flavors, textures and aromas are always utterly intoxicating. Chocolate provies a superb collection of delicious, luxurious recipes, all of which are easy to follow and simple to make. Whether you're looking for the perfect way to end a dinner for your family and friends, or just an indulgent treat for yourself, you'll find a delicious array of options, from simple and traditional recipes to exquisite and innovative ones.

Daniel Galmiche's Revolutionary French Cooking By Daniel Galmiche Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 31.95 CAN / $29.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 5/20/2014 ISBN: 9781848991583

About this book: Daniel Galmiche’s first book, French Brasserie Cookbook, was hailed as a masterpiece of French home cooking. His eminently do-able versions of traditional recipes have won him thousands of fans throughout the world. Now he turns his experienced eye to something different: his own irresistible take on the new wave of modern French cooking. Revolutionary French Cooking is divided into three chapters. The first, Liberté, showcases exciting new recipes, methods and techniques, with innovative ingredients – such as Pineapple Tarte Tatin with Chilli and Lemongrass – all refreshingly free from the shackles of tradition. The second chapter, Égalité, brings democracy to your cooking by elevating such humble fare as celeriac, pork belly and rabbit into the food of kings – for example, Rabbit Terrine with Onions and Parsley. The final chapter, Fraternité, celebrates recognized “brotherhoods”, or pairings, of ingredients and turns convention on its head with modern adaptations, such as Monkfish Wrapped in Pancetta with Carrot and Mandarin Purée. Throughout the book Daniel reveals how to make modern dishes with vibrant flavours, textures and aromas. In each chapter there are instructive features on the techniques used, such as water baths, showing you how to master them easily in your own home. This is a must-have book for lovers of hearty, beautiful food and the taste of France.

Family Camping Cookbook By Tiff and Jim Easton Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 3/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848990890

About this book: Cooking in the big outdoors is one of life's greatest pleasures and it's an indisputable fact that food tastes better outside. While tinned soups and barbecued sausages have their place, a collection of simple, inspiring and delicious recipes such as these can transform the culinary camping experience. Camping is all about simplicity, being outdoors, and taking the best from your surroundings. Away from the humdrum routine that cooking for a family at home becomes, Tiff and Jim Easton show how outdoor cooking can be a great adventure. Wake up and try Barbecued Strawberry Croissants, for example, made with fresh, local strawberries in the early morning sunshine; cook Fish Kebabs for lunch after a long walk along the beach; make a Lamb & Aubergine Tagine to eat around a campfire as the sun sets; and share Chocolate Fondue with Toasted Fruit & Marshmallows afterwards. Use the meal plans, shopping lists and tips on preparing ahead to make your campsite cooking wonderfully simple. And discover recipes that make the best of the fresh, local produce available - whether it's locally-caught fresh fish, or foraged mushrooms. You may have to compromise on comfort, and you may have to walk across a muddy field to get to a cold shower, but with mouth-watering meals, cooked using a few pots and pans from home, you'll be able to sit back and enjoy time with your friends and family. This book is an indispensable accessory to any camping trip.

Fiori di Zucca By Valentina Harris Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 29.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 5/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848990852

About this book: Valentina has a wonderful story to tell. Her grandfather, Count Carlo Sforza, who became the Italian Ambassador, was posted to Constantinople, Peking (at the end of Imperialist China), Corfu, Rome and Paris. In 1922 he resigned in order to return to Italy to fight facism. The family suffered brutal harassment, forcing him to flee - going back to Peking and on to the US - and the family to move to Brussels, then on to France, the UK, Canada and the US for most of WW2. Finally the family returned to Italy after the war. This is where Valentina's mother met her English husband - Valentina's father. Having caused a scandal with their marriage, her mother and father were banished to Tuscany, where Valentina spent most of her childhood. Against a backdrop of different cultures and cuisines, Valentina narrates beautiful and powerful stories - along with her discovery of pure, intense happiness from cooking. Gorgeous recipes guide you through Valentina's history. You'll find the Braised Cinnamon Duck with Caremelised Pears that Valentina's mother created in memory of their Russian ancestors and the Belgrade Almond Cake that Valentina used to eat with her cousins from Montenegro, as well as the Seafood Risotto that Beppino, their cook, taught her in Italy and the Nougat Semifreddo that she used to eat with her father on the via Veneto in Rome. Here are 85 recipes that have been handed down through the generations or inspired by family stories and experiences. This is the culmination of Valentina's career and the book of her heart and soul

Gin Vodka Tequila By Brian Lucas Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 11/26/2013 ISBN: 9781848992016

About this book: With more than 150 stylish recipes plus a fact-packed introduction to the ingredients and equipment you need to set up and stock your own home bar, Gin Vodka Tequila is the ultimate home cocktail recipe book. GVT is divided into chapters on the three key base spirits and offers a range of traditional favorites alongside the most contemporary mixes around. There's at least one cocktail guaranteed to suit your every possible mood. If you're heading out for a night on the town, look no further than the Vodka Martini. If you simply want to kick back with some friends, treat yourself to a sophisticated Mad Meninspired Gimlet. Interspersed throughout the book are 10 "Cocktail Classics" - from the Bramble to the Bloody Mary; the Tom Collins to the Tequila Sunrise. Whatever the occasion, GVT offers a simple, no-nonsense approach to rustling up something special. A bonus section provides essential tips on matching every recipe with the appropriate glass.

Guilt-Free Baking By Gee Charman Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 12/30/2014 ISBN: 9781848992061

About this book: Life’s too short to feel guilty about eating cake, but if you’re feasting on baked goodies full of butter, cream and chocolate – or the alternatives such as margarine or artificial sweeteners – you’ll soon notice the downside. Gee Charman is from the new school of low-fat cooking. Focusing on using healthy ingredients with fantastic flavours, as well as ‘good’ fats that actually help you to lose weight, she gives you cakes and cookies, tarts and tray bakes, and fondants and frostings that you can eat to your heart’s content. Rather than filling her bakes with artificial sweeteners or bland low-fat substitutes, she finds ingenious ways to add flavour and texture. Try Chocolate Cupcakes, for example, made with a delicious melted dark chocolate and avocado frosting (full of healthy flavanols and essential fatty acids), use tofu to create a soft, creamy Raspberry Ripple Cheesecake, or add rosemary to a low-fat Plum & Almond Tart to make it taste divine. Whether you want to whip up a simple treat for a rainy day, create a show-stopping spread for a party, or enjoy a romantic, indulgent dessert, this book will show you how you can have your cake and eat it!

Mighty Spice Express Cookbook By John Gregory Smith Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 10/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848991149

About this book: John Gregory-Smith's new book is a revelation. Drawing inspiration from Thailand, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, India, Mexico, Turkey, and Morocco, Gregory-Smith has created recipes that are super-quick to prepare and full of savory flavors. Whether you're looking for a Mighty Bite, a Not Quite Lunch, a Midweek Lifesaver, Something Spectacular, or a Naughty but Nice recipe, even the most complicated meal takes less than 45 minutes to make. Try the Taiwanese Beef Noodles, ready in 15 minutes, and made with a mix of spices that don't take long to cook, or his Cinnamon Fig Tarts, which you can make in 25 minutes. Here you'll find exotic flavors and tongue-tingling spices from every corner of the globe--all super fast. With Mighty Spice Express, your spicy dishes don't have to simmer for hours or steep in complicated mixtures. Put away the pestle and mortar. Get all the taste without the sweat.

Pomegranates & Pine Nuts By Bethany Kehdy Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 10/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848990883

About this book: New Cookbook from Former ‘Miss Lebanon’ Explores Modern Middle Eastern Cooking The Middle East cradles an ancient cuisine—one of the oldest in the world. Despite its pedigree, conflict in the region has largely kept it under wraps to a wider audience. Hummus, tabbouleh, and stuffed vine leaves now receive global recognition, but there still exists this vast and distinct culinary heritage that remains unexplored: wholesome stews, exotic casseroles and a range of home cooking which revolves around humble, yet delicious vegetables and grains. It is these that routinely welcome home hungry school children and soothe the appetites of tired workers. They too must be shared with the world. For the past five years, Lebanese-American Bethany Kehdy has sought to demystify Middle Eastern food through her blog DirtyKitchenSecrets.com and her Taste of Lebanon tours. In her debut book, Pomegranates & Pine Nuts, she provides 100+ new recipes that will introduce you to the wonders of the Middle East and change any thought you might have had that this hearty cuisine is complicated or laborious.

Simply Gluten Free & Dairy Free By Grace Cheetham Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 4/22/2014 ISBN: 9781848992023

About this book: For many, the prospect of making gluten-free and dairy-free food seems utterly daunting. And they will either buy ready-made produce (which is usually low in nutritional value and high in price) or sometimes not bother at all. But Grace Cheetham reveals that it's possible to make wonderful gluten-free and dairy-free food easily. Whether you're suffering from allergy-related IBS, eczema, asthma, migraines or chronic fatigue, or if you are celiac, this book will show you how to use substitute ingredients and simple cooking techniques to make mouth-watering meals. With power-packed breakfasts such as Brioche with Caramelized Peaches, sustaining lunches such as Artichoke, Parma Ham & Olive Pizza and delicious dinners such as Salmon en Croute or Lasagne, as well as sweet treats such as Raspberry & Rosewater Cupcakes and heavenly desserts such as Chocolate Fondant, here are tried and tested recipes for you to cook for yourself, your family and your friends - and all stress-free!

The Artisan Market By Emma MacDonald Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 9/3/2013 ISBN: 9781848991156

About this book: These days, staying in is the new going out, and homemade deli is the way to eat gourmet! Emma MacDonald, a trained chef and founder of The Bay Tree—the UK's premier deli—shares her celebrated culinary secrets for the first time, explaining how to pickle, smoke, cure, and conserve; put together great meals; and mix and match both home-cooked and storebought foods. This fantastic treasure trove of culinary delights shows you how to produce delicacies ranging from cured meats, smoked fish, and sweet preserves to farmhouse cheeses, fresh pasta, and fresh-baked pies. The mouthwatering recipes include Pastrami with Sweet Cucumber Relish, Sticky Redcurrant & Clove Glazed Ham, Sizzling Beef with Korean Vegetable Pickle, and Chocolate Risotto with Cherries in Kirsch.

The Icing on the Cake By Juliet Stallwood Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 3/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848990821

About this book: Welcome to the world of baking and decorating! Whether you've never picked up a cookie cutter or a piping nozzle before or you're an experienced baker, this book will show you how easy it is to transform a humble cake, cupcake, biscuit, cake pop, macaron or other baked treat into a stunning creation. Juliet Stallwood runs a bakery specialising in decorated goodies and is renowned for her unique and imaginative designs. For the first time she is sharing her secrets in a book. In Chapter One of The Icing on the Cake, 'Decorate to Indulge', you'll find recipes for sweet comforts such as Chocolate Swirl Cupcakes and Raspberry Dust Macarons. Chapter Two, 'Decorate for Love', revels in the art of romance, including wonderful wedding favours like Kissing Birds Biscuits and a Heart Chocolate Box Cake for your Valentine. Chapter Three, 'Decorate to Celebrate', gives you recipes for birthday parties, baby showers and festive occasions, including teddy bear and rabbit cupcakes and a Gingerbread House. The book finishes with a flourish in Chapter Four, 'Decorate to Impress', which is full of extravagant show-off pieces like the Ivory Corsage Wedding Cake and Magnificent Mini Cakes. There are over 50 gorgeous recipes that are completely do-able, all with practical information and clear instructions. Plus, in Chapter Five you'll find all of Juliet's 'Best-Kept Secrets', from tools and equipment to techniques and downloadable templates, making this a must-have book.

The Madhouse Cookbook By Jo Pratt Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 4/22/2014 ISBN: 9781848990838

About this book: Welcome to the madhouse! Acclaimed British Food Host, Jo Pratt, has devised an innovative, delicious, and healthy collection of recipes that will get busy parents cooking again. The instructions are simple, easy to shop for and quick to make, with shortcuts and prepare-ahead tips. But there's much more! Pratt includes Lifesaver mini-recipes that give you staples for your freezer and cupboard and Leftovers mini-recipes too, to show you how to be clever and get more value out of time spent in the kitchen. Divided into three chapters - 'Monday to Friday Survival', 'Busy Weekends' and 'Cling to your Social Life' the book provides for three meals a day plus weekday kids' afternoon treats, dinners that will wow your friends, and Sunday brunches that will bring the whole family together with little hassle.

Top 100 Healthy Recipes for Babies and Toddlers By Renee Elliot Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 10.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 8/6/2013 ISBN: 9781848991132

About this book: • 100 delicious & nutritious recipes that are easy to make and your child will love • Includes meal planners showing when to introduce foods at the different stages of your child’s development • Each recipe has been devised to provide optimum nutrition and shows at a glance ingredient symbols • Author is the founder of the hugely successful Planet Organic chain of supermarkets in the UK

Angel Origami By Nick Robinson Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 10/15/2013 ISBN: 9781780285771

About this book: An angel crafted from paper can be delicately beautiful. What a wonderful way of conjuring up angelic powers for yourself - as permanent decoration, for festive occasions or as a memorable gift. Including 15 sheets of origami paper and detailed instructions, as well as inspiring photographs, this book equips readers to make 15 different origami angels. Origami is perfect for anyone interested in “mindful crafting,”or creative projects as a route to relaxation. The book offers something new both to angel enthusiasts and to the many fans of origami worldwide. The author, a renowned origami artist, begins by explaining the spiritual dimension of origami, showing how this meditative, stress-releasing practice connects with Zen principles in awakening the possibilities of paper. He describes basic origami techniques before presenting step-by-step guides for 15 projects, which progress from simple angels suitable for beginners to more complex 3D figures, so that the reader gradually builds up their level of skill and experience. The angels include bringers of peace, hope, healing and good fortune, as well as those with practical uses such as a bookmark. Uplifting quotations and superb photography will inspire all those wishing to use their completed angels for meditation.

Buddhist Origami By Nick Robinson Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/17/2014 ISBN: 9781780286372

About this book: Walk the "Four-Fold" path with Origami expert, Nick Robinson. The seated meditating Buddha is a popular sculptural figurine, conveying an ambience of sacred peace and love. Such an ornament is a perfect reminder, for tabletop or mantelpiece, of life’s higher values. Rendered in origami, a seated Buddha gives you the added satisfaction of being the product of your own mindful workmanship. It’s an ambitious project. But if you build up to this level gradually, by way of crafting simple Buddhist symbols such as the parasol, the dream flag and the lotus flower, then it should be well within your capabilities. Including 15 sheets of origami paper and detailed instructions, as well as inspiring photographs, this unique book equips readers to make 15 Buddhist symbols simply through artful paper folding. The book offers something new to seekers of inner peace and wisdom and to the many fans of origami worldwide. The author, a renowned origami artist, begins by explaining the spiritual dimension of origami, showing how this connects with Zen principles in releasing the possibilities inherent in paper. He describes basic origami techniques before presenting 15 projects, which progress from simple symbols suitable for beginners to the pièce de resistance – the Buddha! Each project comes with clear step-by-step artworks and photography to guide you. Uplifting quotations and superb photography will inspire all wishing to use their completed Buddhist sculptures for meditation.

Big Book of Juices By Natalie Savona Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 22.95 CAN / $21.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 10/1/2010 ISBN: 9781844839735

About this book: With some 405 recipes for fruit and vegetable juices, smoothies, and quenchers, this newly updated and expanded edition of Natalie Savona's essential kitchen guide to juicing now offers health-conscious readers even more. A clever indexing system sorts the juices by key ingredients, by nutrients, and by health benefits. Plus, a simple five-star system rates the effectiveness of the drinks in boosting energy and detoxifying the body, as well as potential benefits for the immune system, digestion, and even skin quality.

Eat to Boost Your Immunity By Kirsten Hartvig Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 1/1/1999 ISBN: 9781780280288

About this book: Lift your spirits and gently restore balance to both mind and body with these tasty recipes designed to enhance your body's natural defenses. This authoritative, interactive guide shows how the right choice of healing foods can help you fight off illness, look and feel your best, and increase overall vitality. Information is organized by theme--food, ailment, and recipe--making this your complete go-to source for immunity-boosting nourishment.

Eat, Fast, Slim By Amanda Hamilton Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/4/2013 ISBN: 9781848991163

About this book: Amanda Hamilton has helped thousands of people to lose weight and regain body confidence and zest for life. Discover the transformational diet secret: intermittent fasting - the future of weight loss! Experience rapid and sustained weight loss - drop a dress size in just six weeks and shift even stubborn fat Follow Amanda's healthy fasting - and ensure you get all the nutrients you need for long-term results Use the plans to maximize the benefits of fasting - to lose weight, slow down ageing and boost your health Choose a fasting plan that suits you and your lifestyle - 16/8, 5/2, alternate day or juice fasts Along with fasting guides, you'll enjoy delicious, nutritious food with over 100 healthy and sustaining recipes for breakfasts, lunches and dinners

Lift Your Mood with Power Food By Christine Bailey Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 12/31/2013 ISBN: 9781848990913

About this book: In her new book, the author of The Juice Diet and Nourish lays down the law about food and mood: bad food choices sabotage our energy levels and smart choices can pick us up when we're down. In chapter one, 'The Physiology of Melancholy', Bailey looks at the physiological link between nutrition and mental well-being. In chapter two, 'Mood's Many Guises', she examines specific mind- and mood-related ailments, such as Seasonal Affective Disorder, insomnia, and PMS, and shows how these common disorders can be overcome simply and effectively through improvements in diet. Chapter Three, 'Feel Good Food', presents more than 80 unique, easy-to-follow recipes, each with a perfectly balanced nutrient profile. The book concludes with a chapter on nutritional supplements and helpful advice on the benefits of exercise and relaxation.

Back in Balance By Richard Brennan Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 8/6/2013 ISBN: 9781780285948

About this book: According to recent figures, back pain has now reached epidemic proportions with millions of people across the globe experiencing severe muscular pain every year - in fact, over 4 million people now input 'lower back pain' into Google every month. Most are suffering completely unnecessarily, as the root cause of their pain stems primarily from poor postural habits while performing everyday actions. In the last decade alone, the number of people in the UK who have suffered from back pain has risen to nearly 50% of the population. But help is at hand with Back in Balance, an easy-to-understand practical book designed to help readers discover the cause of their own individual back problem and offer them an effective and lasting solution to their suffering. This essential guide draws on many of the principles of the Alexander Technique, a practical way of releasing muscular tension throughout the body. Helping the reader to discover how their posture and movements may be having a detrimental effect on their health, this guide offers new ways of performing daily activities, with the aim of reducing muscular tension and stress on the bones and joints - and making their lives pain free.

Beat Depression Fast By Alexandra Massey Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 12/31/2013 ISBN: 9781780286051

About this book: In her latest book, depression counselor, Alexandra Massey, distils years of hard-won strategies for treating depression. She provides an easy-to-follow ten-step program that will help you beat it quickly and without pharmaceuticals. Massey, who has suffered from depression most of her life, refused to take prescription drugs when her symptoms became debilitating. According to Massey, the first step toward recovery from depression is acceptance. “Depression is like wet sand. The more you push, the harder it gets. By accepting depression, you will find a sense of relief.” The second step is trust. Massey attributes her own recovery in part to her years-long participation in 12-step programs. From the recovery movement she learned the power of “letting a greater power into your life.” Says Massey, “For me, real change didn’t happen until I acknowledged that I couldn’t beat depression on my own and that I needed to rely on something bigger and wiser than myself.” These are the foundations stones. The remaining steps will lead you on a journey to a new, depression-free life. By following the steps, you will find greater peace of mind, more resilience, and, inevitably, the reemergence of your dreams.

Breaking Down is Waking up By Dr Russell Razzaque Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 25.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 9/23/2014 ISBN: 9781780288031

About this book: Razzaque explores an entirely new way of understanding psychological and mental distress based on clinical case studies from a mental hospital. His extraordinary conclusion: mental illness can be a form of spiritual awakening. The book describes new forms of treatment for mental illness inspired by Eastern approaches and centering, in particular, around practices such as mindfulness and meditation. These therapies offer both patients and their families the inspiring idea that the approach to their psychological difficulties should go beyond just "treating" episodes of mental illness but also, where possible, help the individual to complete the process of spiritual growth they have begun. Dr Razzaque argues passionately that our society as a whole could benefit from developing an awareness of the spiritual power of this process of transformation. Written in the tradition of the bestselling medical doctors, Stanford's Irvin D. Yalom and Britain's Oliver Sacks, Breaking Down is Waking Up, will speak to both professionals in the field of mental health as well as those suffering from mental illness, their family and friends and, indeed, all those who have an interest in exploring the deepest layers of what it really means to be human.

Change Your Posture, Change Your Life By Richard Brennan Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 1/1/2011 ISBN: 9781780280240

About this book: Change Your Posture, Change Your Life analyses the origin and development of the Alexander Technique, how it works and what are its benefits. In chapters ranging from 'The Secret Key to Good Posture' and 'The Hidden Obstacle to Improving Posture' to 'Your Inner Acrobat' and 'First Steps in Releasing Muscle Tension', Richard Brennan examines every aspect of the technique and how it can benefit everyone, young and old. This book will appeal to the many millions of parents and teachers who are increasingly concerned about the rapid deterioration of the posture of their children, who are frequently hunched over desks and computers, as well as their own posture. It will also be of great value to doctors, consultants and physiotherapists, who already realise that posture is a crucial factor in most healthcare, plus those in physical education (including yoga and pilates), all types of sports and the martial arts. And last but not least, the book will be of priceless value to all those who suffer from a wide range of muscular-skeletal problems, including arthritis, backache and headaches, as well as a whole range of other common ailments.

Sound Asleep By Chris Idzikowski PhD Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780281186

About this book: All too many of us are not getting the quality or amount of sleep we need. Perhaps we have difficulty drifting off, or we lie awake in the small hours, or have problems with a restless partner, or with bad dreams, or with our work-sleep patterns if we are shiftworkers or early risers. The big question is, what can we do about such problems? Who can we turn to, for a sympathetic and knowledgeable one-to-one consultation? The answer is, to one of the world’s leading sleep experts: Professor Chris Idzikowski, who here reveals his wisdom in a down-to-earth and reassuring way. Sound Asleep gives you the in-depth understanding you need to make your sleep more restful, more energising and more satisfactory. Including a history of sleep, extensive advice and tips on how to manage your own sleep, and an in-depth guide to sleep problems from insomnia to nightmares, this is the only sleep manual you need.

The Miracle of Olive Oil By Penny Stanway Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 14.95 CAN / $12.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780281056

About this book: Written by an experienced doctor who is also a trained cook, "The Miracle of Olive Oil" is packed with helpful information on everything from food preparation to health and beauty. With an A-Z section of ailments against which olive oil has proved effective, a collection of 32 delicious recipes, and tips on how to use this wondrous oil to enhance hair, nails, and skin, this is an essential guide for anyone interested in eating--and living--well.

The New Materia Medica Volume 2 By Colin Griffith Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 54 CAN / $45 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 11/1/2011 ISBN: 9781780280226

About this book: The New Materia Medica Volume II is a sourcebook of information on 30 new crystal, botanical and animal remedies now in use by practitioners of the Guild of Homoeopaths, who proved them through the practice of meditation. These remedies, which have quickly established a reputation for remarkable success, are extraordinary for their depth of action, reaching far into the patient's psyche and history. The entry on each remedy gives a description of the original substance, plant or animal in its natural state and an outline of its history, including medicinal uses, and traditional applications of the plants and crystal essence remedies where applicable. It also provides an esoteric explanation of the remedies' affinities for the chakras and the associated glands and organs plus a description of the general symptoms of each remedy and detailed descriptions of the mental, emotional and physical symptoms that affect individual parts of the body. It includes summarised case notes to show clinical evidence of efficacy and to illustrate the day-to-day use of each remedy; and a list of related remedies to show affinities, comparisons and relationships.

Easy Juicing By Nicola Graimes Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 5/20/2014 ISBN: 9781848992160

About this book: With 100 mouthwatering recipes, Easy Juicing offers a blend for every mood and occasion: Juices and Crushes:Super-quick and ultra-easy to make, these outstanding fresh fruit and vegetable drinks range from invigorating breakfast blends, such as Rise ‘n’ Shine, to sophisticated mixes, such as Café Culture. Kick-start your day, or pep yourself up mid-afternoon – these juices will get your energy levels rocketing. Smoothies and Blends:Made with blended whole fruits and yogurt, milk, soya milk or ice cream, these full-bodied blends are velvety to drink and bursting with goodness. From the seriously frivolous Peach Baby to the skin-saving Green Goddess, you can indulge your decadent side and enhance your health at the same time. Coolers and Quenchers:What better way to chill out and recharge on a hot day than with an exhilarating cooler served over ice? From citrus thirst-quenchers, such as St Clement’s Soda, to tropical extravaganzas, such as Two to Mango, these ultra-refreshing mixes exude summer-time vitality. Pick-Me-Ups and Revivers: Packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, these super-juices will rejuvenate your body and mind. Whether you choose cleansing blends to brighten dull skin, want an instant, delicious detox in-aglass, or go for immunityboosting numbers to fight colds and combat stress, you’ll look amazing and feel fabulous all year round. Tipples:Whether you’re planning a party or an intimate soirée, or are just in the mood for a drink with a kick, these spirited mixes are fresh, flavourful, and guaranteed to liven things up. Fruity twists on cocktail classics – a gin Bramble, Dolce Vita, or Mango Daiquiri – could be just the thing to give your night that extra edge.

Eat Yourself Pregnant By Zita West Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 9/23/2014 ISBN: 9781848991989

About this book: Zita West, midwife to Cate Blanchett, Stella McCartney and Kate Winslet, shares her expertise in nutrition to help you and your baby stay healthy naturally throughout your pregnancy. It is crucial to eat an optimum diet during pregnancy. Your levels of nutrients need to be high in order to support you through the process of pregnancy, and the baby that you’re carrying inside of you needs the full range of nutrients to be as healthy as possible. It can be difficult and tiring to make nutrientfilled meals, but Zita gives you clear information and simple, easy-to-make recipes. The first section of the book covers details such as what nutrients are important and what they do for you and your baby, and foods that are unhealthy to consume during pregnancy. The second section uses the vitamins and nutrients explained in the first section in 80 delicious recipes. Introduction Your Health (nutrients your body needs as it changes, sources of these nutrients, foods that help with the side effects of pregnancy, the importance of safe exercise) Your Baby’s Health (nutrients your baby needs to grow, what they do, sources of these nutrients) What to Avoid (foods not to eat why they are bad for you and your baby) Breakfasts Light Meals Snacks and Treats Main Meals Desserts.

Eat, Fast, Slim By Amanda Hamilton Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 6/4/2013 ISBN: 9781848991163

About this book: Amanda Hamilton has helped thousands of people to lose weight and regain body confidence and zest for life. Discover the transformational diet secret: intermittent fasting - the future of weight loss! Experience rapid and sustained weight loss - drop a dress size in just six weeks and shift even stubborn fat Follow Amanda's healthy fasting - and ensure you get all the nutrients you need for long-term results Use the plans to maximize the benefits of fasting - to lose weight, slow down ageing and boost your health Choose a fasting plan that suits you and your lifestyle - 16/8, 5/2, alternate day or juice fasts Along with fasting guides, you'll enjoy delicious, nutritious food with over 100 healthy and sustaining recipes for breakfasts, lunches and dinners

Hunger Type Diet By Lowri Turner Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 13.95 CAN / $12.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 12/30/2014 ISBN: 9781848992689

About this book: What do most diets tell you do to? Eat only when you’re hungry. Simple, right? NO! The trouble for many of us is that hunger comes in many forms, not just physical hunger, but driven by boredom, our emotions and habit. The result: you gain weight. The Hunger Type Diet draws on the latest scientific research to help you identify exactly what is driving your overeating. Then, by using cutting-edge nutrition based around the role of hormones, it shows you how to lose weight by eating the right food to correct any hormone imbalances. To begin, there is a questionnaire that will help you to identify which Hunger Type you are. Once you have identified your weak spots, the 48-hour Hunger Rehab Plan puts you on track and highlights unhealthy eating patterns. This is followed by a 14-day Hunger Rehab Diet that will help you to kick those bad habits and may also see you losing up to 5 kilos in the process. After this, a maintenance stage offers delicious recipes that will help you to keep your hormones in balance – and keep the weight off for good.

Juice Boost! By Chris Fung Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 4/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848990906

About this book: Crussh's brand philosophy is simple - they're about making healthier, tastier food and drinks for you to enjoy! There's no doubt about it, juicing is one of the easiest ways to make your life a whole lot better. While it can't promise instant beauty or eternal life, regularly drinking fresh juices and smoothies can enhance your health and give you a happier lifestyle. You're bound to feel full of energy and be revitalised, have a smoother, brighter, clearer complexion and a smile to match, and even find you lose a bit of excess weight. The Crussh chain is passionate about health. Avoiding additives, preservatives, GM foods, salt and sugar, they use the best natural and organic ingredients whenever possible. They have worked hard to perfect their recipes and now, for the first time, they are ready to share them. You'll find recipes for many of the drinks you can buy in their juice bars, such as their Green Goddess and Crusshberry Blast, as well as a whole range of newly developed drinks, including Lean Green and Energy Explosion. This book is divided into three chapters - 'Juices', 'Smoothies' and 'Boosters'. Fresh juices and smoothies are packed with vital vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and enzymes - and when you add a booster, you're mixing in an extra shot of goodness. Try these delicious recipes and discover an easy way to achieve a total health makeover.

Lift Your Mood with Power Food By Christine Bailey Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 12/31/2013 ISBN: 9781848990913

About this book: In her new book, the author of The Juice Diet and Nourish lays down the law about food and mood: bad food choices sabotage our energy levels and smart choices can pick us up when we're down. In chapter one, 'The Physiology of Melancholy', Bailey looks at the physiological link between nutrition and mental well-being. In chapter two, 'Mood's Many Guises', she examines specific mind- and mood-related ailments, such as Seasonal Affective Disorder, insomnia, and PMS, and shows how these common disorders can be overcome simply and effectively through improvements in diet. Chapter Three, 'Feel Good Food', presents more than 80 unique, easy-to-follow recipes, each with a perfectly balanced nutrient profile. The book concludes with a chapter on nutritional supplements and helpful advice on the benefits of exercise and relaxation.

Natural Superfoods By Susannah Blake Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 16.95 CAN / $15.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 12/30/2014 ISBN: 9781848992443

About this book: Our most common fruits and vegetables are nature’s superfoods – packed full of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients that should form the basis of a healthy diet to nurture both body and mind. This fantastic cookbook features a helpful introduction to the nutritional health benefits and healing properties of our most well-known superfoods, followed by 150 delicious, nutrient-packed family-friendly recipes. All the recipes feature a symbol key to show at a glance how many full portions of fruit and vegetables are included in each serving (never less than two) – taking the guesswork out of the daily meal choices. Finally, there's a section of suggested menu plans for those needing a little extra support; anything from a pre-workout energy boost to a tonic for the skin. Low fat, energy-giving, immunity-boosting and healing, superfood fruits and vegetables can – and should – form part of every meal, whether cooking for one or for the whole family. This essential book shows how incredibly easy that is to achieve.

Nourish By Penny Brohn Cancer Care with Christine Bailey Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 18.95 CAN / $15.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 4/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848990845

About this book: Good nutrition is vital for people undergoing cancer treatment, but so often the side-effects of the treatment make food unappealing and eating becomes a struggle. In Nourish you'll find easy-to-follow recipes designed specifically for cancer patients (and their families). The focus is on nutritious food that can be easily tolerated - and can help to alleviate common symptoms and side-effects, and form a crucial part of any cancer treatment programme. The role of nutrition is explained and the introduction outlines clear advice on cancer-fighting foods and how to tackle side-effects. For many suffering with cancer, eating little and often is important, so Nourish includes plans based on eating small meals six times a day. There are more than 75 recipes presented in four chapters - 'Drinks, Juices, Smoothies, Shakes & Teas', 'Soups, Light Meals & Snacks', 'Main Meals' and 'Desserts & Baked Treats' - as well as a chapter with recipes that are helpful for common side-effects. All the recipes are delicious yet simple to make, and many can be made in advance to make mealtimes hassle-free. Whether you are undergoing treatment, have opted to eat healthier as a preventative measure or are supporting someone through cancer and wish to provide nourishing dishes for them, this book will be your culinary guide.

Serotonin Revolution By Lowri Turner Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 4/22/2014 ISBN: 9781848990418

About this book: Finally a Low-Carb Diet that can Put a Smile On Your Face. A side-effect of most low-carb diets is to starve your body of the “happy” hormones it needs to stay slim. Drawing on the latest scientific research, respected journalist, TV personality and qualified nutritionist Lowri Turner has created a diet that balances the weight loss heroes (serotonin, dopamine, leptin and adrenals), to get you looking good and feeling fabulous! Forget meager breakfasts, lackluster lunches and unsatisfying dinners, The Serotonin Revolution shows you how to drop a dress size in two weeks, while still enjoying comforting meals. Discover over 70 delicious, easy-to-make recipes which will balance your hormones naturally. You’ll even be able to indulge your sweet tooth with cleverly crafted desserts and groundbreaking snacks! Putting you on the road to effective, long-lasting weight loss, The Serotonin Revolution is an innovative way to feel beautiful, confident… and happier than ever.

Supercharged Juices & Smoothies By Christine Bailey Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 12/30/2014 ISBN: 9781848992269

About this book: Looking for a simple way to boost your energy levels, improve your health, lose weight and feel fantastic? Supercharged Juice & Smoothie Recipesis an amazing collection of feel-good drinks using the latest range of superfoods to nourish and revitalize your body. Taking juicing to a whole new level with nutrient-packed, health-boosting ingredients, this book uses an array of foods including sea vegetables, herbs, teas, supplements and tinctures to help you supercharge your health. Using extra boosters in juices and smoothies is a simple, effective way to get your body into shape fast, providing fuel and nutrients for a transformed body and mind. Nutritionist bestselling author Christine Bailey shows you how easy it is to make daily juices and smoothies and explains the benefits of an array of boosters to add extra health-giving properties. Use the handy reference section at the back to quickly find recipes that will help you to lose weight, maximize energy levels, boost the immune system, combat ageing and look amazing. There is also a 3-day power-charged Superfood Juice Diet plan to set you on your way to looking fabulous as well as feeling great.

The Low-Sugar Cookbook By Nicola Graimes Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 17.95 CAN / $16.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 9/23/2014 ISBN: 9781848999756

About this book: Most of us eat too much sugar, which can have serious repercussions on our health and well-being. It is widely accepted that a diet too high in sugar can cause mood swings, fatigue, obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and even premature ageing. But eating low-sugar foods doesn't have to mean being condemned to a dull diet, as the wonderful range of recipes in this book demonstrates. The good news is that there are numerous naturally sweet foods and flavourings that can be substituted so that there's no need to resort to artificial sweeteners with their reported adverse health effects. Here, Nicola Graimes presents more than 100 easy-to-follow meals and snacks, inspired by recipes from around the world. Chapters are divided into Breakfasts, Brunches, Light Meals, Snacks, Dinners, Desserts, and Cakes, Bakes, Breads. You'll find delicious family favourites ranging from curries, stews, stir-fries and salads to sponge puddings, muffins and cheesecakes. Savoury foods can also be surprisingly high in added sugar, particularly canned foods and sauces, and you'll find specially adapted dishes for healthier, low-sugar alternatives. All the recipes have been carefully created to be suitable for diabetics to meet their dietary requirements. This means that they are also low in salt and saturated fat and high in unrefined carbohydrates and fibre – not forgetting packed with bountiful amounts of fresh produce. Clear at-a-glance symbols highlighting nutritional benefits provide an additional valuable feature.

The New-Low Carb Diet Cookbook By Laura Lamont Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 12/30/2014 ISBN: 9781848992139

About this book: Low-carb diets work! Just look at the continued sales of the venerable Atkins diet and of the upstarts, Wheat Belly and Paleo. Even so, low-carb diets are hard to stick to and often unhealthy. Laura Lamont, a qualified nutritional therapist who introduced the UK to the revolutionary Shirataki Noodle, brings us a healthy new take on low-carb dieting. Lamont explains how eating a nutritionally sound combination of controlled amounts of complex carbohydrates, protein, and "good" fats (in foods such as avocados, salmon and flaxseed) at the right times of day can bring about healthy, long-lasting weight loss. Now there's no need to deprive yourself of any food group - and you don't even have to give up bread! Working with clients at her weight-loss clinic, she discovered that including protein and healthy fats in every meal helps to boost metabolism, stabilize blood sugar levels and curb cravings, leading to effective weight loss that could see you shedding at least a kilo a week. The book includes information on the nutritional science behind the diet, as well as practical charts to help you identify which foods you should be eating, and meal plans. There are more than 75 mouth-watering recipes for breakfasts, lunches, dinners - and even desserts! And each recipe comes with a nutritional analysis. Successfully tried and tested and drawing on the latest scientific research, The New Low-Carb Diet is the 21st-century way to eat well, lose weight and feel healthier than ever.

The Vegan Cookbook By Adele McConnell Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 3/18/2014 ISBN: 9781848991194

About this book: Adele McConnell brings a fresh, inspired look to plant-based food, showing just how satisfying, dynamic and undeniably delicious contemporary vegan cooking can be. The beautifully photographed recipes make the most of a wide variety of fresh ingredients, drawing inspiration from cuisines around the world to help you create healthy, balanced meals effortlessly. McConnell proves once and for all that there’s no need to sacrifice flavor to eat animal-free. She creates her stylish, mouthwatering dishes with innovative techniques and nutrient-packed ingredients, including whole grains and protein sources such as pulses, nuts, tempeh and tofu. From Mushroom & Roasted Beetroot Polenta Nests to Chinese Spring Onion Pancakes with Ginger Dipping Sauce, you’ll find dishes that will tempt both part-time and fully-committed vegans alike. Complete with 100 inspiring, easy-to-follow recipes, The Vegan Cookbook isn’t merely about creating great meat-free food, it’s about producing sensational dishes everyone will want to make time and time again.

Top 100 Juices By Sarah Owen Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 10.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 10/1/2007 ISBN: 0

About this book: Did you know that apple juice boosts brain function? Or that wheatgrass can remove toxins from the body? Fresh fruit and vegetable juices are packed full of vitamins, minerals, and loads of beneficial phytonutrients that help the body heal itself and prevent or lessen the severity of many common illnesses. And there’s never been a more accessible guide to juice than this; it covers everything from the juices of commonly found fruits and garden vegetables to that of exotic fruits from around the world. In addition to color photographs, there are nutritional analyses and lots of suggestions for squeezing and blending healthful juices at home, along with clever preparation methods that ensure the juices deliver the most benefits they can.

Angels at Bedtime By Karen Wallace Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 1/1/1999 ISBN: 9781780280264

About this book: Every child needs a guardian angel--and the angels in these beautifully illustrated bedtime stories have come to earth to offer children compassion, kindness, and love. Each story is an exciting adventure in its own right, set in either a familiar modern-day environment or in the beloved fairy-tale world of princesses and giants. But these fables are also parables of difficulty overcome, and will comfort youngsters who may already have encountered sibling rivalry, peer pressure, or the challenges of a new stepfamily.

Buddha at Bedtime By Dharmachari Nagaraja? Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $16.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/30/2008 ISBN: 9781844836239

About this book: Growing up in the modern world, our children have to cope with ever-increasing amounts of stress, which can hinder their development. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, love and compassion, is the ideal basis for helping any child to face these challenges with inner confidence and calm. Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautiful book re-tells 20 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun and accessible to children. Featuring superb, fullpage illustrations, the stories will transport kids into an imaginary world of enlightenment and discovery where they will meet delightful characters and discover an easy-to-understand Buddhist message - one that will help them think about how they can apply values such as patience, perseverance, honesty and generosity to their own lives. Designed to be read aloud by a parent or read by older children on their own, these compelling narratives provide a pleasurable, soothing transition into sleep.

Fairies at Bedtime By Karen Wallace Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 1/1/1999 ISBN: 9781780285252

About this book: These 20 heartwarming, life-affirming stories feature mischievous leprechauns, mysterious elf kings and queens, will-o'-the-wisps, mermaids and mermen, and other magical creatures. Designed for parents to read aloud, or for children to enjoy themselves, these lovely fairy tales will send young imaginations soaring. At the same time, they'll inspire kids with down-to-earth lessons about respecting the natural world, embracing the possibilities of change, cultivating patience and faith, and taking pride in one's own unique talents.

Magical Animals at Bedtime By Lou Kuenzler Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 18.95 CAN / $16.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 9/3/2013 ISBN: 9781780285139

About this book: From Aesop's Fables to shamanic totems, animals have long been at the centre of our imaginative world, providing wise insights. In many tribal cultures, animals underpin the spiritual world and are honoured as advisers. This delightful new collection of stories at bedtime features inspiring, funny and enlightening animals from all over the world. Here you will find the firefly who can't find his fire, the baby kangaroo who's ashamed he hasn't yet learned to hop and a condor who lives atop a temple at Machu Picchu in Peru and helps to rescue a lost girl. You will also discover amazing legendary creatures including a fire -breathing dragon who just wants a friend and a beautiful unicorn who teaches a spoilt princess the joy of sharing. The stories will not only excite your child's imagination: they also explore issues your child may well encounter in his or her daily life, including coping with shyness and managing change. 'Magical Messages' at the end of each tale help to highlight its positive message. Designed to be read either by parents to their children or by children on their own, these lovely narratives focus the child's mind and provide a soothing transition into sleep or to give food for thought during daytime reading.

The Buddha's Apprentice at Bedtime By Dharmachari Nagaraja Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 18.95 CAN / $16.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780285146

About this book: Practising Buddhist and master storyteller Dharmachari Nagaraja weaves a thrilling narrative spell while at the same time conveying basic life lessons that will help children to develop their personality, deal with their anxieties, and find peace and confidence as they grow up. The stories explore themes from the Eightfold Path, which is Buddhism's practical route to a happy life. Topics covered, with the lightest of touches, include speaking in a kind and truthful manner, behaving with compassion, thinking selflessly and avoiding the pitfalls of egotism. Although providing gentle guidance on the art of living well, which is the basis of true happiness, each story is also compelling in its own right, featuring characters, settings and events that every child will find absorbing. Each narrative concludes with an affirmation that helps to draw out its positive message, while the superb, specially commissioned illustrations will delight your child and provide a starting-point for discussion and further enjoyment. The helpful introduction provides insights into the value of Buddhist principles for children and shows how visualisation, imaginative thinking and even first steps in meditation can help to nurture young minds and hearts.

Power of Breath By Swami Saradananda Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 18.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 3/1/2009 ISBN: 9781844837984

About this book: Breathing is the most fundamental of our body's physical processes, yet most of us give it little or no thought in our daily lives. However, once fully acknowledged and harnessed, the power of the breath is unlimited - enhancing selfconfidence, sharpening the ability to focus, easing stress and anxiety, strengthening the quality of the voice and even helping to relieve pain. Renowned yoga teacher Swami Saradananda aims with "The Power of Breath" to give gentle guidance on the art of breathing. The introduction explains the basics of breathing and the complex connection between the breath and the subtle body, as well as offering advice on rediscovering natural breathing and preparing for breathing exercises.The sections that follow then lead the reader through five types of breath - vitalizing, nourishing, expansive, cleansing and expressive. Over 30 lifeenriching breathing exercises are explained within these sections, each one beautifully illustrated for clarity and maximum visual appeal.

Quick & Easy: Stress Busters By Anna Selby Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 14.95 CAN / $12.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/1/2009 ISBN: 9781844837960

About this book: Drawing on a variety of different practices - including yoga, meditation, reflexology, massage, pilates and shiatsu - Anna Selby shows you how to unwind your body, free your mind and inspire your soul. Featuring exercises you can practice anytime, anywhere, targeted postures to stress-bust your whole body, mood enhancers and techniques you can do with a partner, each routine is explained with clear, easy-to-follow instructions and accompanied with stunning photography. This fabulous little pocket book is guaranteed to banish the build-up of everyday stress and tension - fast'.

Total Yoga By Tara Fraser Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/1/2007 ISBN: 9781844834099

About this book: This complete illustrated practical guide that reflects some of the most important developments in modern yoga teaching, including: the release of pent-up stress from busy lives, the emphasis on physical comfort and safety (working within your own abilities rather than forcing yourself into demanding postures), and a holistic approach, combining yoga with an appropriate lifestyle, especially with regard to diet and meditation. More than 200 step-by-step colour photographs take you through the essential asanas (postures) and sequences, accompanied by clear and simple explanations. Special "boxes" suggest how beginners can adapt the classic postures to make them easier to perform - while more experienced students are shown how to progress to more challenging asanas as they build up their skills. Whatever your level of fitness and flexibility, "Yoga for You" is designed to meet your needs. 'A great mini bible for those in the first years of practising yoga' - "The Times".

3D Mandalas By Lisa Tenzin-Dolma Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 10/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780283876

About this book: For thousands of years, spiritual seekers have enjoyed the beauty and power of mandalas. This revolutionary new multimedia package takes that enjoyment to a new dimension with 12 astonishing 3D mandalas viewable, with the special glasses provided, on any computer screen or color digital device. Also included are a soundtrack of nature sounds, chants, and timed meditation sessions, a color book with step-by-step meditations, and 12 color-in mandala cards. Anyone who meditates or loves sacred patterns will want this stunning guide!

Attracting Abundance By Jane Struthers Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 6/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780281230

About this book: Tapping into the spirit of the "Law of Attraction" made famous by the international bestseller The Secret, this beautifully illustrated deck of 52 daily meditation cards offers a new way to focus and channel positive energy from the world around us. Divided into four suits--Love and Relationships, Career and Prosperity, Creativity, and Spiritual Growth--each card features a unique visualization, meditation, exercise, or inspiring quotation. The box itself folds to become an easel for displaying the cards as the reader meditates on its message. Delivering powerful inspiration and positivity, the deck can help readers use the Law of Attraction to attain the best that life has to offer.

Buddhist Inspirations By Tom Lowenstein Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 16.95 CAN / $12.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 1/1/1999 ISBN: 9781844831166

About this book: Buddhism has given immeasurable riches to the West - a collection of profound and life-enhancing ideas, a host of beautiful works of art (from statues of the Buddha to Zen gardens) and a repertoire of spiritual practices (from mantras to mindfulness) that can change all our lives for the better. Buddhist Inspirations offers a beautiful illustrated distillation of Buddhist belief, practice and art. Generously furnished with superb photographs and specially commissioned artworks as well as enlightening quotations from the sacred texts, the book presents a fascinating kaleidoscope of all aspects of Buddhism, including Tantra, Zen and the Pure Land beliefs of Japan. The emphasis throughout is on the wisdom, healing power and beauty of Buddhism and on its abundant relevance to those in the West who seek an alternative to secular materialism. A perfect gift for anyone who hears the call of the spirit.

Call on Your Angels By Claire Nahmad Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/22/2014 ISBN: 9781780286808

About this book: Some think that a time will come again when angels will "walk with men" and that this second coming of the brotherhood between humanity and angels will be widespread and natural - an accepted part of our everyday experience. However, angels cannot comune with men unless we raise our vibrations and consciousness. In this title, Claire Nahmad explains how to still the mind and summon angels to help in every life situation, especially when you are in particular need. She reveals the special blessings angels bring to groups - family, work, or others - how angels communicate with us, guide us and interact with us and describes the multi-faceted forms of angel magic, as well as the summoning of angels by means of scents, flowers, emblems, music and chants. She discusses their symbolism in dreams, visions of angels throughout the ages, and the importance of angelic aid and mercy in healingand revitalizing the life of the individual.

Celestial Geometry By Ken Taylor Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 35.95 CAN / $29.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 10/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780283869

About this book: This book travels the world to explore over 60 archaeological sites that enshrine the remarkable achievements of ancient astronomers. In many cultures an early understanding of the cosmos is expressed through architecture - stone circles that act as giant computers for the timing of eclipses; apertures that offer sightlines to the rising or setting sun at one of the solstices; or connections with the rising or setting of planets - as well as a host of allusions to sky gods and goddesses in carvings and wall paintings. The author's focus ranges broadly - from the great stone circles of Europe (Stonehenge, Ring of Brodgar, Carnac) to the pyramids of Egypt and the pyramid-temples of Central America, from the medicine wheels of North America to the carved monoliths of Easter Island. In part, however, the book's value lies in its revelation of astronomical alignments in lesser -known structures, such as the vast sun clock of Goseck in Germany, the mysterious standing stones of the Basque Country and the ancient rock art of Australia. The book is organised by key celestial events including lunar and solar eclipses, and features original artwork showing key alignments and the movements of the planets and stars. This is a beautiful and fascinating insight into the mysteries of the ancient world - and a convincing vision of mankind's efforts to integrate our sense of spiritual belonging with the mysteries of space and time.

Chakra Meditation By Swami Saradananda Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 18.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/1/2011 ISBN: 9781907486906

About this book: In Indian healing philosophy, chakras are the seven energy centres running from the base of the spine to the crown of the head. Each is a hub for the vital energy that flows through the body. If the energy at these centres becomes blocked, emotional and physical health can suffer. By retuning the chakras with meditation, you maintain balance, and reap rewards such as inner calm and an openness to new ideas. In Chakra Meditation an enlightening introduction reveals how chakras and energy pathways work. Each chapter focuses on one main chakra, offering a variety of meditations and visualisations to calm or stimulate that energy centre, as well as self-help tools, including yoga postures and healing foods, crystals and oils, to support it. Full of transforming practices, and illustrated with evocative artwork and instructive photography, this is the ultimate guide to balance and well-being.

Chakra Wisdom Oracle Cards By Tori Hartman Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 6/17/2014 ISBN: 9781780287515

About this book: Set your intentions, break through blockages and learn ways to manifest your dreams using the 49 cards and guidebook of this extraordinary divination system! Each original card connects with a major chakra and represents one of the mystical fables revealed by angels to psychic Tori Hartman over 25 years ago following a near-death experience. This oracle deck contains 49 unique chakra cards, each with its own fairy-tale image, as well as a detailed guidebook that includes divination spreads, chakra-by-chakra insight to guide you on your journey, and a personal inquiry and focused meditation for each card. The divination spreads range from basic one-card readings to intention spreads that tap into and activate your manifesting energy – even the more complex Chakra Layout is still easy-to-use, as all the spreads are. This new deck is set to become a classic for those interested in developing their intuition and card divination.

Crystal Wisdom Oracle By Judy Hall Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 11/5/2013 ISBN: 9781780285894

About this book: Created by bestselling crystals expert Judy Hall, The Crystal Wisdom Oracle will connect you to your higher, intuitive self, and, in the process, give you amazing insights into your past, present and future. The kit consists of a fullyillustrated book containing profiles of the 40 crystals and a beginners guide; a handsomely designed deck; and a crystal, which is kept atop the cards to keep their energy clear. Shuffle the pack and draw a card for an immediate insight. Or, for more in-depth readings, spread the shuffled cards according to one of the four crystal "lattice" designs the author describes, each one suitable for a different type of inquiry: Square (answering "what if?" questions); Hexagonal (how to move forward); Orthorhombic (hidden obstacles and skills); Triclinic (making decisions). Four card suits reflect the vibrational frequencies of crystals (Earthy, Healing, Cosmic, and Integration) and allow you to conduct divinations at various levels, from the material to the spiritual. Superb, specially commissioned photography captures the essence of each of the 40 crystals shown on the cards. Perfect for anyone drawn to the beauty and healing energy of crystals, this Oracle shows you how to call upon them, even in card form, for life guidance and self-knowledge.

Earth Blessings By Judy Hall Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/17/2014 ISBN: 9781780286785

About this book: We can see from the floods, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions and pollution disasters that our earth is disturbed. Not to mention the political upheaval that blights the planet. However, the Earth herself has given us tools that assist in stabilizing the situation and which teach us how to turn our thoughts and actions towards positive healing for the planet rather than envisaging her destruction. Crystals offer us creative solutions. Some amazing high-vibration crystals have made themselves known at this time to assist with Earth healing and with personal consciousness-raising. Other Earth healing crystals have been around for millennia but still do a sterling job of restoring the environment and the earth beneath our feet to optimum energetic functioning.

Essential Herbs Handbook By Lesley Bremness Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 13.95 CAN / $12.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2009 ISBN: 9781844838011

About this book: The core of this compact but comprehensive book is a directory of more than 100 herbs, grouped according to their therapeutic qualities so that readers can dip in to find whatever is most useful for them at any given time. Each entry offers a host of invaluable facts about the herb in hand - from its Latin name, its traditional uses and its optimal growing conditions, to the best ways to use it to benefit not only your body, but also your mind and spirit'.'The introduction explores the role of herbs in traditional cultures and goes on to give expert guidance on growing, maintaining and harvesting your own herbs, whether from seed or as a bought plant, in pots on a balcony, or in a backyard or garden; as well as explaining the key ways to integrate just about any herb into your daily life - whether dried in a therapeutic sachet, soaked to form a skin-soothing compress or infused to make an uplifting tisane. More than just a practical manual, "The Essential Herbs Handbook" is an inspirational guide that can enrich all areas of your life'.

Essential Oils Handbook By Jennie Harding Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 13.95 CAN / $12.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/1/2008 ISBN: 9781844836246

About this book: Whether through massage, a hot aromatherapy bath or a cooling compress, essential oils can bring life enhancing benefits to everyone. In this stunning addition to the "Essential Handbook" series we learn how to incorporate them into our lives. The first section of "The Essential Oils Handbook" describes how the oils are extracted from plants, evocatively explains how they have been used traditionally in different cultures, and guides the reader in the best ways to integrate them safely and effectively into their daily routine. This is followed by an invaluable directory of 100 oils, each complemented by a fullcolour photograph of the plant from which the oil is made.Every information-packed entry offers examples of how you can use the oil to benefit both mind and body, whether massaging sore muscles with rosemary oil or adding ylang ylang oil to a bath to calm your mind. For each oil, key points are highlighted to provide essential information and fascinating facts at a glance. Authoritative yet accessible, this book will delight anyone who wants to use oils to enhance their well-being, or who simply takes great pleasure in these complex, alluring fragrances.

Gateway to The Heavens By Karen L. French Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 5/20/2014 ISBN: 9781780286815

About this book: Simple geometric shapes and symbols combine to make the universal, powerful, sacred model Karen French calls Gateway to the Heavens. In this book, French explains the meaning and purpose of these shapes, how they mold our reality and perception of it and how they have a direct bearing on what you are and why you are here. These shapes and symbols contain messages that have been consistently represented in religion, philosophy, mythology, mysticism, the arts and sciences. Their messages are built into our genetic make-up and we recognize them instinctively. The book is divided up into 3 parts. Part 1 covers the properties of the basic geometric shapes and numbers. Part 2 describes how these, in turn, form layers of construction, creating principals that are fundamental to the purpose of the universe; the spiral sustains reality, the cross highlighting the central point of existence and the heart is where we weigh up our choices. Part 3 describes how we can use these principals to create positive change in our lives by helping us to expand our awareness of reality.

In the Arms of Angels By Claire Nahmad & Olwen Ballantyne Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 11.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 11/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780283791

About this book: On an autumn day in 2004, artist Olwen Ballantyne had an incredible experience as she worked on her first painting of an angel - the air around her became alive with angelic presence. The first message and the angelic image were given to her from the heart of this vibrancy, and since then, Olwen has painted several hundred angels. Some of her most beautiful paintings and their accompanying messages are reproduced in this magnificent book, which she has co-authored with her friend and renowned angels expert Claire Nahmad. Together Olwen and Claire have produced a captivating book in which lyrical words and breathtaking illustrations combine to open our channels and allow us to commune with the angels, as we break free from the mundane sphere of the material world. Through a delightful collection of meditations, blessings, affirmations, poems and exercises, the authors transport us to the celestial realms where we can be lifted on the wings of our loving angel friends, as we connect and enter deeper into communion with them, according to our own unique vision and soul purpose. In this uplifting celebration, we learn that angels are here to light up the universe with their essence of love, peace and joy.

Kundalini Meditation By Kathryn McCusker Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/4/2013 ISBN: 9781780285306

About this book: This book explains, in guided stages, how to awaken kundalini, the powerful life force present in us all, allowing you to experience insights and creativity through meditation as well as incredible levels of energy. First you must become aware of the energy channels running along the spinal cord - the nadis - and the chakras or energy centres which are strung along the nadis like jewels in a necklace. Next, by practising purification rituals, breathing exercises called pranayama, meditation, yoga poses and mudras (hand positions), you can ensure that kundalini is drawn up through the spine, opening each chakra in turn and causing it to 'bloom like a flower'. A special feature of the book is the guided meditations targeting common problems and issues - for example, releasing anger, lifting depression, promoting healing and inviting love into your life. This beautiful, inspiring yet practical book will bring you to a whole new level of awareness, inner peace and insight.

Living Dangerously By Osho Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 14.95 CAN / $12.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 8/1/2011 ISBN: 9781780280073

About this book: Osho is one of the best-known spiritual teachers of our time. The Sunday Times named him one of the '1,000 makers of the twentieth century'; the novelist Tom Robbins has called him 'the most dangerous man since Jesus Christ'. Nearly two decades after his death in 1990, the influence of his teachings continues to grow, reaching seekers around the world. This inspiring compendium of spiritual wisdom and insight offers a way for everyone to access the enlightening message of the Buddha as Osho offers his unique take on his teachings, with a wisdom and wit that make it a wonderful read. When you engage with Osho's writing, you feel as if he is speaking to you. His conversational style is fluid and engaging, and while his acute perception often comes as a delight and a surprise, his shrewd insights will stay with you always. Whether he is discussing a complex philosophy, or the teachings of a great mystic, Osho always approaches the subject with his own distinctively irreverent, thoughtprovoking and inspiring perspectives. Covering subjects including Belief, Responsibility, Relationships, Doing Good and the Power of Consciousness, this is a book that offers real insight into leading a more spiritual life now.

Mystery Experience By Tim Freke Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 11/19/2013 ISBN: 9781780286563

About this book: Prepare for the journey of your life. Literally. This book does not aim to make your life carefree, to make your problems disappear, to turn you into a saint free from blemish or blame. It seeks to awaken you. Philosopher and author Tim Freke leads us on a journey through the nature of the 'Mystery Experience', via quantum physics, Gnosticism, the essence of Tao, meditation, Walt Whitman, Greek mythology, Buddhism, Dub Punk musician Jah Wobble, and Carl Jung. But what is the 'Mystery Experience'? You can taste it by simply focusing your attention on the mystery. But what is the mystery? The mystery is life. The mystery is the journey. The mystery is you. The mystery is me. The mystery makes you want to say, simply: WOW. No one has the answers, but asking the questions is what makes us come alive. Wherever you're coming from, you will find this journey rewarding. The only real requirement is that you're willing to wonder about life - to be curious and open - to be an explorer. Now prepare to leave base camp, because we're about to set off on a grand adventure.

Nightlights By Anne Civardi Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $16.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/22/2014 ISBN: 9781904292883

About this book: Nightlights is a book of stories to read to children, but stories with a purpose. This collection of twenty interactive meditation stories have been specifically written to calm and relax your child at bedtime, while at the same time engaging and stimulating his or her imagination. These stories will also help them to focus their minds and develop their powers of concentration and visualization, as well as learn more about emotions and feelings. They also foster imagination and creativity, help children deal with their burgeoning anxieties, and help them take their first steps towards developing their own unique identity. In the Introduction, Civardi provides techniques to help parents develop their out-loud reading skills, shows how to create the right mood, and gives practical advice on how to talk with your child about what he or she has just heard. After each story, there is a brief list of affirmations which help to settle the message in the minds of both parent and child.

Palmistry at Your Fingertips By Johnny Fincham Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 5/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780284958

About this book: With this authoritative book and card kit in hand, the art of palmistry is right at your fingertips! Love, life, and destiny are revealed in the mounts or areas of the palm, which disclose character; finger shape, which indicates creativity or psychic powers; and fingerprints, which suggest unique talents. Illustrated cards show the hand shapes and lines; summarize each feature's significance, and cross-reference pages in the book with more in-depth descriptions. Includes a checklist to guide you as you do a reading.

Prayers of Manifestation By Ama Ryjila Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 9/3/2013 ISBN: 9781780285474

About this book: Connecting with the divine source, asking through the heart and raising consciousness lead to a continuous and stable development of the spiritual self. This collection of inspiring prayers has been written to help the reader heal a specific problem through the power of spiritual growth. Through a sense of 'earning' the results of these connections the achievements become lasting improvements to our lives. This practice will lead to the development of a multi-dimensional heart, giving us insight to make decisions in accordance with higher consciousness, resulting in an ability to master every life situation. This leads to our becoming a more passionate, more understanding, and a more tolerant and loving person. This very practical and inspiring book can help to: Remove blockages Support good health Heal the heart Remove stress Remove negative thoughts Live in joy and happiness

The Art of Living and Dying By Osho Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780285313

About this book: Why are we afraid of death? What is acceptance in the face of cancer? How do I decide whose advice to take? How to relax in the certainty of death? Ought we to tell someone when they are dying or not? Is the theory of reincarnation true? What is happening around the dying? How best to support a dying person? My young daughter is asking about death: what do I tell her? How can I celebrate death as you suggest? Osho responds to these questions and many others from those who find themselves inexplicably attracted to the subject, as well as from those who are facing imminent death and from their carers. He does not simply show how our fear of death is based on a misunderstanding of its nature; he also shows how dying is a tremendous opportunity for inner growth and how death is the most sacred of mysteries. Death is not an event but a process, and one that begins with birth. Each exhalation is a small death; each inhalation, a rebirth. When life is lived consciously and totally, death is not a catastrophe but a joyous climax.

The Doors of Joy By Daniel Odier Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 2/18/2014 ISBN: 9781780286716

About this book: We know from countless spirituality and self-help books that authentic joy has no object—it is truly free and boundless. And yet, try as we might, how many of us can say that joy is more than a fleeting fleeting? Daniel Odier’s approach, which is based in part on his study of Chinese Zen, is refreshingly straightforward. All it requires is a willingness to disengage from our habitual ways of thinking and practice being present throughout the day. He calls his method, “The Practice of Consciousness.” Its purpose is to unlock our spontaneity and recover our innocence and creativity. With a nod to Aldous Huxley, whose book Doors of Perception laid the groundwork for the psychedelic and sexual revolutions, Odier’s aim is nothing short of total human liberation. Still, he is realistic about the power that habit and our ingrained ways of operating in the world has over us. To counter them, he offers up some mischievous advice--like this, “There is something suspect about our adoration of harmony. One of the things I fantasize about is replacing the Buddha on my altar with one of Caesar. The harmony of the Buddha puts us to sleep and makes us soft, but the chaos of Caesar can wake us up. Every morning before this altar we would abandon harmony in favor of the infinite possibilities that chaos represents.” With Doors of Joy, Daniel Odier has discovered the trip-wire that keeps us from experiencing lasting joy and he gives us the tool kit that will bring it back into our lives for good.

The Essential Guide to Chakras By Swami Saradananda Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 8/1/2011 ISBN: 9781780280042

About this book: Chakras are the body's subtle energy centres vital for our physical, emotional and spiritual well -being. This comprehensive book provides a detailed guide to the characteristics of each chakra and how you can work with them to heal and balance every aspect of your life. Beginning with an outline of the key energy concepts including prana, the nadis and kundalini energy, the book goes on to explain the basic techniques for working with chakras, including: meditating on yantras, the geometric representation of chakra energies; mantras; exercises; and journaling. Saradananda then explores in depth each chakra in turn, describing its key characteristics and related physical disorders, providing helpful yoga poses and breathing techniques and giving clear information on how to recognise the signs that your chakra is overactive, underactive or balanced. You will also discover how the chakras relate to each other and find advice on protecting yourself while working energetically. This is an essential book for everyone wanting to achieve total well-being through understanding and working with these vital energy centres.

The Essential Guide to Crystals By Simon and Sue Lilly Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 5/1/2010 ISBN: 9781844839148

About this book: This new edition of the authoritative illustrated guide to crystals reveals the full power and mystery of these gems, which can heal our spirits and enhance our lives. More than 100 crystals are grouped by color and then presented individually through color photography and in-depth discussions of appearance, followed by descriptions of individual healing properties and other practical uses, and the myths and legends surrounding each. There's advice on building and maintaining a collection, as well as expert guidance on crystal healing and meditation, using amulets and birthstones, and working with crystals aligned to our auras, chakras or reflexology points.

The Essential Guide to Oils By Jennie Harding Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/3/2013 ISBN: 9781780285160

About this book: The Essential Guide to Oils is another comprehensive yet compact guide in the Essential Guide series - discover how to enjoy life-enhancing aromatic oils in massage, aromatherapy, healing, or simply for their lovely ambiance. The first section describes how these essential oils are extracted from plants, evocatively explains how they have been used, traditionally, in different cultures, and guides the reader in the best ways to integrate them safely and effectively into their daily life. The bulk of the book is a directory of 100 oils, each complemented by a full-colour photograph of the plant from which the oil is made. Each information-packed entry takes a holistic approach, offering specific examples of how you can use the oil to benefit both mind and body, whether massaging sore muscles with rosemary oil or adding ylang ylang oil to a bath to calm your mind. Concise text, with key points highlighted, provides essential information and fascinating facts at a glance. Authoritative yet accessible, this book will delight anyone who wants to know more about oils, or who simply takes great pleasure in these complex, alluring fragrances.

The Gene Keys By Richard Rudd Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 5/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780285429

About this book: The book begins by introducing the reader to a fantastic possibility - that humanity may be on the verge of a major shift in consciousness rooted in a new understanding of how our DNA operates - namely that it is programmed directly by the way we think and feel. This is a highly ambitious and sophisticated system for shaping one's destiny. Based around 64 archetypes, it resembles the I Ching in its vast scope and profound importance, and in the resonant character of its symbolism. The author shows how there are two ways to approach the Gene Keys - the analogue (holistic) way and the digital (detailed) way. It is the combining of both analogue and digital that results in contemplation - the primary pathway into the Gene Keys. Since our beliefs shape our genes, when we change our beliefs, we change the chemistry of our body. The Gene Keys are an inner language whose central purpose is to transform our core beliefs about ourselves, thus raising our lives onto a new level of awareness. The book works alongside state-of-the-art online profiling software, which provides free profiles to generate your own sequence of Gene Keys.

The Guide to Chinese Horoscopes By Gerry Maguire Thompson Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 19.95 CAN / $18.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 11/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780283951

About this book: This simple yet comprehensive guide to using the ancient Chinese system of horoscopes allows you to do your own readings with ease.Much more is involved than just the twelve famous animal signs. The authour shows how the animal year sign cycle is enmeshed with a repeating cycle of the five elements, yielding a 60-year birth year cycle (5 x 12); and this in turn is modified by an hour of birth cycle, which uses the animal signs in a different way. Yin and yang forces also play a part in the system, which has a classic beauty of design, yet is supple enough to embrace the multiplicity of human experience. The book includes extensive year charts, followed by a 14-page section for each animal sign, covering personality and aptitude traits, as well as tendencies and potential outcomes with regard to leisure, career, health, money and family life. A separate section covers the relationship potential for each sign, giving helpful scores for every possible combination, with an ingenious graphic chart offering an at-a-glance summary. The last major section enables you to work out upcoming astrological influences for years to come, helping you to make decisions, deal with change, and cope with other life challenges.

The Healing Power of Angels By Ambika Wauters Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 5/1/2011 ISBN: 9781907486425

About this book: The Healing Power of Angels is major and highly original addition to this increasingly popular genre. The book will help readers heal themselves of every kind of stress and dysfunction by tapping into the healing powers of angels. Uniquely, the author presents angels in terms of an inner realm with a distinct spiritual hierarchy: nine levels of angels residing in the three levels of heaven. While based on traditional theology, this system offers a thoroughly effective way for the human mind to grasp the benevolent powers that angels can make available to all of us. We learn how angelic forces work in the human energy system, especially the chakras, to benefit our personal development and spiritual evolution. This book is aimed at everyone who is fascinated and moved by the notion of angels or is interested in making new discoveries in the realm of the spirit. It will be immensely helpful to all healers and all those interested in understanding energy fields. The medititations, affirmations and prayers that punctuate the text provide a practical dimension for interactive work, and there are also profound reflections that will change the way we think about ourselves - and move us many steps closer to spiritual understanding.

The Hidden Geometry of Life By Karen L. French Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780281087

About this book: Encompassing nature, science, art, architecture, and spirituality, and illustrated with over 700 photographs and line drawings, "The Hidden Geometry of Life" illuminates the secret underpinnings of existence. In her trademark easy-tounderstand style, mathematician Karen French shows how sacred geometry permeates every level of being, manifesting itself in simple shapes and numbers, music and sounds, light and color, even in the mysteries of creation itself. But these geometrical archetypes are more than the building blocks of reality: they are gateways to profound new levels of awareness.

The Power of Acceptance By Annemarie Postma Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 11/5/2013 ISBN: 9781780287607

About this book: The "Wheelchair Supermodel" is back with an Inspirational Book on the Power of Acceptance. What if, starting today, you stopped thinking in terms of lack and imperfection? What if you stopped trying to change reality with the power of our thoughts and intention? What if you no longer thought that everything needs to be fixed, healed or improved? In her new book, The Power of Acceptance, Postma (author of The Deeper Secret and The Secret Within) explores the mental and emotional blocks that keep us from true joy. Calling upon many wisdom traditions and her own hard-won insights, Postma traces a gentle path that will lead to the renewal of your mind and spirit. She writes, "To embrace reality is an act of total renewal. When we dare to see things as they truly are it immediately brings us a feeling of liberation, strength and healing. Therefore it is no coincidence that Buddhists describe 'experiencing God' as being 'completely present' in reality.” Postma knows whereof she speaks. As a precocious 11 year old with her whole life in front of her, she was struck with a sudden illness that left her wheelchair-bound for the rest of her life. Since then, she has dedicated her life to overcoming obstacles and helping others do the same.

Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Deck By Gill Farrer-Halls Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 9/1/2011 ISBN: 9781780280196

About this book: Tibetan Buddhism is a harmonious blend of the rational and the mystical, incorporating a belief in natural forces as divine powers into the Buddhist emphasis on compassion. This beautifully designed deck of 52 meditation cards offers practical wisdom and inspiring guidance. Attractively illustrated with evocative Tibetan art, the cards are divided into four suits -Ritual, Meditation, Tantra, and Compassionate Wisdom -- and feature visualizations, exercises, and inspiring quotations on one side and, on the other, magnificent images of Tibetan Buddhist deities. The box of the deck itself forms a folding easel, enabling you to focus fully on each one as you meditate!

Wisdom of Near Death Experiences By Penny Sartori Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 15.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/18/2014 ISBN: 9781780285658

About this book: Penny Sartori is a registered nurse who began researching Near Death Experiences (NDEs) in 1995 after one of her long-term intensive care patients begged her to let him die in peace. The event shook her deeply and eventually led her to enroll in a PhD program to research NDEs. The findings, along with the profound spiritual lessons that she has gleaned from her work, are published here. When asked about the biggest takeaway from her research, Sartori says, “In medicine, we’re trained to believe that the brain gives rise to consciousness. My research into NDEs has made me question this prevailing paradigm, which admittedly is very widespread. The most important lesson for me has been a deeper appreciation for death and a whole lot less fear and anxiety about it.” In addition to detailing dozens of case studies, the book also discusses childhood NDEs, differences in NDEs among different cultures, and the after-effects of NDEs--one of which is the inability, in some patients, to wear a wristwatch.

Yoga Meditation By Stephen Sturgess Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 18.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/22/2014 ISBN: 9781780286440

About this book: “All yoga practices are preparation for focusing the mind during meditation,” notes renowned yogi Stephen Sturgess. In his new book, Sturgess demonstrates how to use a wide range of yoga meditation practices as a portal to higher consciousness. Initial chapters explain what yoga meditation is and why it is so useful in our busy, modern lives. Here, Sturgess gives insight into the Eight Limbs of Yoga (an established approach to the successive stages of yoga) and enlightens us on the workings of our internal energy system – all of which lay the foundation for a deeper understanding of the practices to come. Sturgess then guides us through the key seated meditation postures and a range of helpful mudras (hand gestures) and bandhas (energetic seals) before going on to offer clear, step-by-step guidance on a wide choice of the most effective yoga postures, purification practices, breathing exercises and meditation techniques to still the mind and awaken the inner spirit. In the final chapter he recommends how to put these practices together in the form of nourishing daily routines to suit your individual needs, as well as giving advice on how to establish an overall healthy lifestyle, based on ancient Indian health traditions. Beautifully illustrated, highly practical and deeply inspirational, this is the ideal guide to establishing a regular holistic health program. It will allow you to connect with your true divine Inner Self, realize your fullest potential for creative thought and action, and establish balance, harmony and happiness in every aspect of your life.

Your Soul Contract Decoded By Nicholas David Ngan Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780285320

About this book: Spiritual seekers are feeling an increasingly strong urge from within to connect with and manifest their life purpose. They are seeking out tools and knowledge to awaken to this purpose and are doing whatever it takes to achieve this. This book is the answer to that search. A Soul Contract Reading is an accurate, in depth, channelled system of spiritual interpretation that will empower you to do this by decoding the secrets of the blueprint of your life hidden within your birth name. It is based on an ancient system of numerology that uses Hebrew glyphs, revealing the true essence of the reader's life purpose as well as their karma, talents and goals. This will show you the karmic patterns you face, the talents you have to overcome them, the goals you are trying to achieve and your soul destiny. This book will enable you to discover why you are in the perfect place in your life - be it in crisis, stuck, seeking a new way forward or just needing to make sense of it all. It will empower you to move forward from there. Your Soul Contract reading will place your entire life in context, and will enable you to navigate your life properly for the first time.

Pregnancy Health Yoga By Tara Lee and Mary Attwood Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Pbk On-sale date: 3/1/2013 ISBN: 9781848990814

About this book: Authoritative yet thoroughly accessible, this user-friendly book provides yoga techniques for your journey from bump to birth and beyond, helping you to deal with all the physical and emotional changes you experience along the way. The authors explain the importance of breathwork to relax your body and reduce stress. They also provide guided meditations and visualisations to help you feel calm and positive, as well as fully illustrated step-by-step routines to energise you and relieve muscle tension and pain. There's a guide to the beneficial postures for a range of common pregnancy-related conditions, including back pain, breathlessness and swollen ankles, and there's detailed advice on preparing for labour and childbirth. The book concludes with a range of post-natal exercises to get you back in shape and energised as a new mum. Throughout, the emphasis is on how every woman can take charge of her whole self to ensure a happy and healthy pregnancy and birth. The foreword by internationally celebrated Dr Gowri Motha, creator of the Gentle Birth Method, reinforces the message that pregnancy and childbirth is a positive experience to cherish and enjoy.

Before the Pyramids By Christopher Knight and Alan Butler Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 21.95 CAN / $17.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/1/2011 ISBN: 9781907486661

About this book: The suggestion that the Giza pyramids were laid out to represent the stars of Orion's belt, with the position of the River Nile reflecting the Milky Way, was first put forward by the renowned author Robert Bauval in his bestselling book The Orion Mystery. In Before the Pyramids Knight and Butler reveal that the British henges were arranged in the same formation - but much earlier. They also present irrefutable evidence that the astronomical calculations determining the layout of the pyramids could only have been made from the site of the henges in North Yorkshire. From this they can conclude that the pyramids of the pharaohs were conceived and planned in Britain! Their next stunning discovery takes us to modern times. They have found evidence that the whole Megalithic measuring system has survived into the 20th century. There are examples in Washington, DC - even in the positioning and construction of the Pentagon, which was only commenced in 1942 and is an exact copy of the dimensions of Stonehenge, dating to 3,000 BC.

Conspiracies By Andy Thomas Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780285085

About this book: At any time in our history, you will find significant and seemingly indisputable events occurring, the kind that can change the course of our lives -- the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Yet for every one of them, somebody, somewhere will loudly dispute the 'official' account, doubting that the truth has been told. In today's environment, with trust in authorities at an all-time low, conspiracy theories have found a new currency, and websites and social networking ensure they receive a wider and more rapid spread than ever before. But how do we separate truth from imagination? Covering everything from the Moon landing to 9/11, this detailed book seeks to uncover the truth behind history. Are we living in a world of control, of oppression, of habitual deception? Is this really how things are, or simply human nature massively distorted through a dark lens? The truth probably lies somewhere in the middle.

Discovering the Lead Codices By David Elkington and Jennifer Elkington Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 26.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 5/20/2014 ISBN: 9781780287669

About this book: In March 2011, The Sunday Times ran an article on the discovery of a mysterious cache of palm-sized, ringbound books made of lead. These lead codices, as they have become known, contain mysterious symbols and inscriptions. One tablet in particular features a portrait of Jesus and has preserved the seven seals that would have bound it together along its lefthand side. David and Jennifer Elkington photographed the books, brought samples to the UK for analysis, and assembled a team of eminent scholars to study them. At the same time, the books were quickly becoming an international phenomenon, the Israelis and Jordanians began a very public dispute over the location of the site where they were discovered. Convinced that the codices are the earliest Christian documents ever found, the Elkingtons put their reputations on the line as they raced to authenticate the find amidst an array of vested interests which sought to suppress them. In their quest to crack the code, the Elkingtons have been subjected to personal threat but they have continued the fight to ensure the world understands the importance of the codices, which may well pre-date the New Testament. Their significance in our understanding of early Christianity cannot be underestimated.

Hidden Stonehenge By Gordon R. Freeman Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 19.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780280950

About this book: Hidden Stonehenge is a remarkable chronicle of one man's drive and determination to uncover the mystery of Canada's Stonehenge in the remote plains of southern Alberta, abandoned centuries ago and largely forgotten ever since. Astonishingly, it not only predates England's Stonehenge by about 800 years but also predates Egypt's pyramids. It has been proven that the calendar its design encapsulates is slightly more accurate than the Gregorian calendar currently used internationally. The author, Gordon Freeman, discovered the extensive Sun Temple more than twenty years ago, and he has dedicated almost the same number of years to unravelling its meaning. At the heart of his book is a detailed comparison betweent the Sun Temple and Stonehenge. He reveals that 5,000 years ago Britons and Plains Indians made precise astronomical observations at these two sites halfway around the world from each another at nearly the same latitude. These similarities make us think again about the supposedly 'primitive' nature of prehistoric peoples' understanding of the cosmos.

Infinite Mindfield By Anthony Peake Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 9/3/2013 ISBN: 9781780285719

About this book: Using information from the cutting edge of modern science, Peake presents startling evidence that the inner worlds of our mystics and shamans are as real, or possibly even more real, than the reality we experience in waking life. As his starting point, Peake examines the widespread historical belief that the mid-brain’s pine-cone shaped pineal gland activates the third eye described by mystics and seers. Through careful analysis of ancient religious texts and artifacts, he gives evidence that the spiritual properties of the pineal gland have been embedded in myths and cultures across the globe. (Why else would the Buddha so often be found wearing a pine cone hat?) Peake then shows that it is through this small organ that we experience lucid dreaming, out-of-body experiences, hypnagogic imagery, near-death experiences, astral travel and the kundalini experience. The book ends with the mind-blowing conclusion that all living beings are one unitary consciousness experiencing itself subjectively.

Rosslyn Chapel Decoded By Alan Butler and John Ritchie Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 26.95 CAN / $21.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 3/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780284927

About this book: Rosslyn Chapel is a deeply enigmatic 15th-century Gothic masterpiece, situated near Edinburgh. Although generally referred to as a 'chapel' and acting as a local parish church these days, Rosslyn is actually much more than either - and in fact most people who have studied the site in detail come to the conclusion that those who created the structure in the 15th century were not, in reality, intent on building a Christian church at all. In fact, nothing at Rosslyn is what it seems. With its overpowering air of mystery, its superlative stone carvings and its strong Templar and Freemasonic connections, Rosslyn represents one of the most absorbing historical puzzles in Britain. The discovery of new evidence by the authors puts a new slant on the motivations of those who decided to create a New Jerusalem in the Scottish Lowlands. The signs pointed the authors to a lost holy relic - the skull of St Matthew the Evangelist, in whose name the chapel is dedicated. There is startling evidence that this skull came to Rosslyn in the early 15th century, brought there by polymath, librarian and all-round genius Sir Gilbert Hay, who also put together a substantial library. What follows is no less than an adventure as the authors use the clues from the lost books to locate St Matthew's skull - now in Washington, DC and embark on a thorough examination of Rosslyn Chapel's credentials.

The Celestial Dragon I Ching By Neyma Jahan Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 8/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780283753

About this book: First The Sky Opened ...Then The Celestial Dragon Was Born. Each aspect of this wonderfully appealing new I Ching is characterized by a readily identifiable symbol. We encounter the Dragon, the Cave, the Mirror, the Path, the Stranger and the Piper...to name just a few of the definitive 64 Hexagrams, each with its own evocative narrative, signposting our destiny. This elegant I Ching evokes the mystery and majesty of ancient China while serving as an enjoyable and illuminating tool for practical self-discovery and decision-making in the modern world through its profound insights that have withstood the test of time. Though grounded in tradition, The Celestial Dragon I Ching departs from the original text in being thoroughly coherent and consistent in its imagery. More than 5,000 years old, the I Ching is a collection of divinatory wisdom that encapsulates the whole of human experience. In China the system was used by Kings, Emperors and Sages who would throw yarrow sticks or read cracks in tortoise shells. These days it is more practical to throw coins and consult the I Ching to divine the outcome. As Neyma Jahan explains in a easy-to-follow introduction, you throw the coins six times, then convert the resulting six permutations of heads and/or tails into a Hexagram - a six-line symbol of broken and unbroken lines. It is the hexagram that points to our prospects and advises us in our decision-making process. Designed to appeal to those intimidated or baffled by more literal, more scholarly editions of the ancient Chinese text, The Celestial Dragon I Ching offers a complete oracle by which you can read your destiny and make good choices whenever you face a dilemma.

The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle By Caitlin Matthews Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 11/5/2013 ISBN: 9781780285986

About this book: In her latest project, Caitlin Matthews, a widely-published expert on Celtic spirituality and Tarot, turns her attention to a long-forgotten cartomancy oracle that is gaining popularity in Europe and America. The Lenormand cards are named after Marie-Anne Lenormand, a clairvoyant of the 18th and 19th century, who read the cards for Napoléon and Joséphine Bonaparte. This attractive kit comes with an accompanying book that will help beginners become fluent in Lenormand. Accessible yet comprehensive, the book offers indepth commentaries for each card, making interpretation simple and enlightening. Practical advice on how lay out your reading is also provided. Perfect for beginners and professional readers alike, this valuable kit provides everything you need to master the all-seeing power of the Lenormand deck.

The Essential Guide to the Tarot By David Fontana Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2011 ISBN: 9781907486760

About this book: The Tarot is one of the richest of all Western mystical traditions, used for centuries for divination, meditation and self-discovery. This book offers a brilliant practical overview for the modern seeker who wishes to use this system to explore their hidden anxieties, desires, tensions and contradictions. Destiny is not a set of circumstances dreamed up randomly by fate but a path that unfolds from self-understanding. This book shows how the Tarot can be used to illuminate that path. The author describes the history and symbolism of the Tarot, and then goes on to clarify in detail the meanings of the individual cards of the Major and Minor Arcana and the special characteristics of the four suits (Wands, Cups, Swords and Pentacles). An original and very helpful section explains how to deal and read the cards in tried-and-tested formats, such as the Horseshoe and the Celtic Cross. To illustrate the book David Fontana has chosen a much-acclaimed, specially devised deck, using traditional symbolism rooted in medieval and Renaissance practice. However, the text applies equally well to other popular decks in modern use, such as the Rider-Waite deck. An invaluable feature of the book is the selection of special workshops - readings and interpretations, based on the circumstances of individual seekers.

The O Manuscript By Lars Muhl Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 31.95 CAN / $29.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 11/5/2013 ISBN: 9781780285627

About this book: The O Manuscript, a real-life Gnostic thriller, has sold over 60,000 copies in Denmark, the equivalent of 3 million in the United States, since it was first published in 2000. Lars Muhl was for many years a successful pop star who studied the world’s religions and esoteric knowledge between gigs and recording sessions. When a nervous-system illness sidelined him in the mid-1990s, he turned in desperation to a spiritual healer who was able to get him back on his feet after a single phone call. Intrigued by this mysterious man, Muhl traveled to southern France to become his apprentice. Together, Muhl and the healer, who is known in the book simply as “The Seer,” embark on an adventure that is part history lesson, part Jedi-style initiation. The O Manuscript is not another book about positive thinking. Throughout his initiation, Muhl was forced to confront his dark side, the shadows that kept him from true health and wellness. “This is my journey,” says Muhl. “Every word of it is true and really happened to me, but it is also meant to be a kind of allegory. The lessons I learned are universal.” Praise for The O Manuscript: “I recommend this amazing story to anyone seeking the path to enlightenment.” —Al Jardine, The Beach Boys “Lars Muhl tells an extraordinary tale in an extraordinary way…It is a story that, for too long, has been cyring out to be told.” — Henry Lincoln, co-author of The Holy Blood and the Holy Grail

The Psychic's Handbook By Julie Soskin Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 8/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780283760

About this book: Once the seer, the priestess and the sage were revered by their community. Their roles were considered sacred - the practising of an art, requiring training and experience like any other art. All these individuals tuned into their 'psychospiritual' powers on our behalf. But each of us has always had the ability to draw upon these powers directly, inside ourselves. This book shows us not only how to exploit our psycho-spiritual potential, it also shows us how to navigate the different realms of inner experience that are our birthright. Psycho-spiritual powers can take time and expertise to discern, especially for the novice. How do we know what we are dealing with? Does the 'information' made available to us derive from the subtle energies around the body or does it come from some discarnate being? Or perhaps from an alter ego, the personification of hopes and fears from aspects of our projected selves? Drawn from research and first hand-experience, The Pyschic’s Handbook is an important addition to spiritual literature.

The Seer By Lars Muhl Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 6/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780280974

About this book: The Seer is a compelling account of one man's spiritual awakening, written with extraordinary energy, candour and humility. The first of three books that together comprise 'The O Manuscript', it is the beginning of a personal and philosophical quest that challenges conventional wisdom and takes the reader on a mystical journey through ancient history and modern times. The book begins with the author at a crossroads, suffering from debilitating health, his personal and professional lives disintegrating around him. Bed-ridden for three years, Lars Muhl was put in touch with a seer who helped him, over the telephone initially, to recover his energy and brought him back to life. The Seer became his spiritual leader, teaching him the inner truths of existence. We travel with him to Montsegur, a remote mountain village and castle in southern France, where he meets the Seer and begins his remarkable and challenging adventure. The book is not only a spellbinding introduction to the ancient vision of cosmic interconnectedness, but also a critical evaluation of a long list of limiting New Age dogmas. When Lars and the Seer part, the latter hands an old manuscript into the author's care - a doorway to further revelations.

The Shaman's Spirit By Mike Williams Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 2/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780284941

About this book: The shaman is a visionary who has the ability to connect with nature and the spirit world, and to heal. Shamanism is increasingly popular today as we recognise its power to reaffirm our links with the natural world and bring us to greater awareness and spiritual fulfilment. Drawing on traditional ethnic as well as contemporary Western practice, this beautifully illustrated book reveals the ancient heart of shamanism and its continuing relevance for the way we live today. It contains practical exercises that anyone can perform. Part One, Place, explores sacred sites and landscapes - key places of spiritual power where we can tune into natural energy flow, through vision quests and medicine wheels. Part Two, 'Plant', looks at plants for healing and spiritual development, with reference to sacred cacti, the energies of trees, and herbs. Part Three, 'Animal', focuses on the role played by power animals - as spirit guides and intermediaries between worlds. Part Four, 'Ritual', explores traditional ways of finding your spirit power, including sacred dance, shape-shifting and sacred objects. Finally, Part Five, 'Spirit', offers powerful practices such as soul retrieval, divination and spiritual protection, describing how to work with these for spiritual growth and development.

The Wisdom of Trees Oracle By Jane Struthers Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 23.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Card Deck & Booklet On-sale date: 9/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780283807

About this book: For millennia, cultures around the world have celebrated the importance of trees. Not only do trees give us shelter, food, fuel, and medicine, they also provide us with a profound spiritual connection to the natural world. The Wisdom of Trees Oracle accesses these timeless insights through 40 beautifully illustrated oracle cards, an easy-to-use guidebook, and a gorgeous foldout tree "map" for specialized readings and layouts.

Who Built the Moon? By Christopher Knight and Alan Butler Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 20.95 CAN / $19.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 12/31/2006 ISBN: 9781842931639

About this book: The moon has confounded scientists for many years. It does not obey the known rules of astrophysics and there is no theory of its origin that explains the known facts - in fact it should not really be there. When researching the ancient system of geometry and measurement used in the Stone Age that they discovered in their previous book, "Civilization One", the authors discovered to their great surprise that the system also works perfectly on the Moon! On further investigation, they found a consistent sequence of beautiful integer numbers when looking at every major aspect of the Moon - no pattern emerges for any other planet or moon in the solar system. For example, the Moon revolves at exactly one hundredth of the speed that the Earth turns on its axis; the Moon is exactly 400 times smaller than the Sun and is precisely 400 times closer to the Earth. They also discovered that the Moon possesses little or no heavy metals and has no core, in fact many specialists suspect that the Moon is hollow. If our Moon did not exist - nor would we. Experts are now agreed that higher life only developed on Earth because the Moon is exactly what it is and where it is! When all of the facts are dispassionately reviewed, it becomes unreasonable to cling to the idea that the Moon is a natural object. The only question that remains is who built it? "Thought-provoking" - "Daily Mail".

The Secret Language of Sacred Spaces By Jon Canon Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 37 CAN / $35 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 10/15/2013 ISBN: 9781848991118

About this book: Across the globe, pilgrims and tourists, locals and foreigners flock to sacred sites and houses of worship. Why? Because throughout time, humans have directed extraordinary amounts of energy toward the creation of architecture that expresses their religious beliefs. From Stonehenge to the Sagrada Família; from the Acropolis to Angkor Wat, The Secret Language of Sacred Spaces offers fascinating insights into some of the most impressive man-made structures in the world. By revealing how these historical places of worship were used and how tenets of a faith were encoded in their structures, the book enhances our understanding and appreciation of the human mind and spirit. The superb full-color photographs that can be found on every page are supplemented by ingenious 'decoder' sections. These zero in on the most important design elements, combining close-up detail with fascinating explanatory detail. The book emphasizes the key living faiths (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism and Buddhism), but early chapters also look at the great sites of prehistory and antiquity, including the stone circle at Avebury in southwest England and the Pyramids at Giza.

Get the Life You Want By Dr Freddy Jackson Brown Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2013 ISBN: 9781780285337

About this book: So often we find ourselves blocked in our lives, unhappy but at the same time anxious and fearful about making real and lasting change and uncertain what direction to take. In this book psychologist Dr Freddy Jackson Brown reveals that many of our difficulties are self-imposed. By following the principles of a breakthrough approach, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, he shows that we can all live a happier, less fearful and more purposeful life. The book explains the key principles of ACT - accepting rather than avoiding difficult experiences, discovering how to defuse harmful thoughts (often through changes in the way we use language), focusing on the values that give your life meaning and committing to changes in behaviour. The ground-breaking aspect of this therapy is its recognition that lasting happiness can only be found when we identify the core values that are most profoundly important to us. Dr Jackson Brown shows us how to set long-term goals based on our values and shows how exploring the issues that seem to most distress us can provide clues as to what truly matters in our lives. Rich with case studies and practical exercises, this inspiring book will lead you to the life you truly wish to lead.

How to Develop a Brilliant Memory Week by Week By Dominic O'Brien Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 10.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 1/28/2014 ISBN: 9781780287904

About this book: Few would disagree that improving our memories can enrich our lives in countless little ways - from ensuring that we remember birthdays, anniversaries and appointments to having impressive facts and figures always at our fingertips; and from recalling names and faces to being able to speak in public without notes. This book is an expert course in memory enhancement, organized in 52 key lessons, complete with self-testing. Dominic O'Brien offers us tried and tested strategies and tips that will expand your mental capacities at a realistic but impressive rate to make your memory bigger, better and sharper, week-byweek.

Learning Without Tears By Helyn Connerr Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 16.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/1/2008 ISBN: 9781905857531

About this book: "The Mercury Model" is the first accurate and straightforward way of looking at the unique learning styles in your family. Requiring no specialist questionnaires, potentially ambiguous observations or website assessments, it provides everything you need to easily identify how children naturally learn, think and communicate. It invites parents to compare their profile with their children's and see how to best approach and interact with each child. This is a simple step that gives children permission to think in their own ways, empowering them and allowing them to connect with their innate mental strength. Understanding how you and your children think is the first step toward resolving all manner of tensions. Helyn Connerr makes specific suggestions to ensure real communication and help creatively resolve family conflict by celebrating everyone's differences.

The Five Rings By Musashi Miyamoto Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 29.95 CAN / $24.95 US Format: Hardcover On-sale date: 5/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780281209

About this book: Written by legendary Japanese swordsman Musashi Miyamoto, The Five Rings (c.1645) is a brilliant exposition of the struggle for mastery. Combining swordfighting techniques with Zen philosophy, this classic Bushido text - devoted to achieving success through strategy and tactics - is as relevant today as it was to the 17th-century samurai. Miyamoto's teachings, based on a lifetime of experience in battle, give us unfaltering guidance on the path to victory. The book advises the reader on psychological tactics to put the enemy off guard, on ways to forestall an attack and on the importance of observation. This is also one of the great Japanese treatises on aesthetics and spirituality, speaking to us of the essential role of harmony in the way of the warrior.

Transformational NLP By Cissi Williams Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 6/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780281223

About this book: This book shows you how to use the techniques of neuro-linguistic programming to bring about profound and lasting personal transformation. Healer and NLP practitioner Cissi Williams reveals how NLP can be a powerful tool for helping people free themselves from the grips of their ego and connect more fully with their spirit. She explains: What NLP is and how it relates to spiritual wisdom The essential tools for using NLP to heal with the spirit How to use language to bring about deep healing How to bring about your personal breakthrough How to coach yourself and others You will learn how NLP can change negative feelings into positive, increase your spiritual energy and help to reduce your self-limiting beliefs. As you gain greater skills, Cissi explains how the highest forms of self-healing will take place. You will access your wise inner self and experience extraordinary new levels of awareness. Packed with practical exercises and case studies based on the author's many years of coaching and training experience, this book provides an exciting new dimension to the ever-popular subject of NLP

Under the Sword By Vernon Kitabu Turner Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 17.95 CAN / $14.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 5/1/2012 ISBN: 9781780280981

About this book: In our fast-changing, uncertain world, it's easy to feel under the gun. Now Zen master Vernon Kitabu Turner throws away the gun and picks up the sword in an inspiring practical guide filled with step-by step advice to help you transform your life by unifying mind, body, and spirit. Wrapping profound truths in homespun analogies, Turner employs his trademark engaging style to awaken your inner samurai.

You Can Find Inner Peace By Mike George Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 10.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 3/18/2014 ISBN: 9781780287522

About this book: Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed by day-to-day life? Are you looking for a greater sense of personal fulfilment? The constant demands of our fast-paced modern lives means we often feel overwhelmed, stressed and under pressure. You Can Find Inner Peace is a simple, easy-to-use guide designed to help you achieve a more balanced way of living. The book contains 25 specially devised mental, physical and emotional exercises that will help you create a calmer life. The techniques covered are drawn from around the world and include visualisation and meditation. You will learn how to: • Gain greater self-understanding and a sense of self-worth • Improve your peace of mind; • Deal more easily with life's difficulties; • Grow your self-esteem and self-confidence; • Enjoy your life more fully and appreciate its simple blessing.

You Can Manage Your Time Better By Lucy MacDonald Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 10.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 9/23/2014 ISBN: 9781780287935

About this book: Everyday we struggle with time - haunted by undone to-do lists, ever-fuller inboxes and missed deadlines. Often, we are so busy over-thinking the past and worrying about the future, we forfeit our enjoyment of the present. You Can Manage Your Time Better shows you how to maximize your time, eliminate stress and reclaim your life. Stress and anger management specialist Lucy MacDonald shares her expert tips for coping with time-pressured situations - from handling meetings at work to helping children study with exams. With more than 25 simple step-by-step exercises that cover key life skills, you will be able to defeat procrastination, identify your values, de-clutter your admin, delegate tasks, have the confidence to say 'no' and find the optimum life-work balance. This practical and inspiring guide will enable you to find time for the things that really matter to you and make the most of every day. Effective time-management can positively affect your overall quality of life; poorly managed time can lead to feelings of frustration and stress; new addition to the You Can series offering tried and tested, practical tips to help you develop organizational skills. Special sections geared toward parents, students and the workplace. Written by qualified and award-winning counselor who specializes in stress and anger management.

You Can Think Differently By Caterina Rando Imprint: Watkins Publishing $ 10.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 4/22/2014 ISBN: 9781780287577

About this book: Do you want more from your life? Nothing reflects your quality of life more than your thinking. Thinking shapes your beliefs and makes you decide how to act, or not to act. What you think can also feed your fears and fill you with reasons for not making the changes you desire. Learn to free your mind of negative attitudes and develop the power to focus and prioritise. The book contains 20 specially devised exercises to help you create a positive mental attitude. Exercises include simple practices such as journaling, visualisation and affirmations. You will learn how to shift your personal perspective so that you can: Change your thinking to make accurate and effective decisions, Rely on and build your inner strength, Enhance your sense of self worth, and Build your confidence.

69 Ways to Please Your Lover By Nicole Bailey Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 11.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Trade Paperback On-sale date: 12/31/2006 ISBN: 9781844832545

About this book: 69 Ways to Please Your Lover taps anyone's inner lover with sexy secrets and provocative pointers to stimulate both mind and body. There are no long explanations or step-by-step agendas, just a wealth of ways to tickle the erotic imagination. Part one covers techniques, from playing to penetrating. Part two tours the body's many hot spots -- and shows how to arouse them. Part three brings all the five senses into play. Sixty photographs, many hidden in special pages that must be unzipped" to reveal the secrets within, are also included. An ideal gift for self, friend, or lover, hen or stag party, this illustrated guide makes sex more fulfilling and more fun.

Little Book of Sex Secrets By Nicole Bailey Imprint: Duncan Baird Publishers $ 11.95 CAN / $9.95 US Format: Hard Cover On-sale date: 2/5/2013 ISBN: 9781848990661

About this book: Most of us keep our most sizzling sexploits and erotic fantasies to ourselves. Not so Nicole Bailey, who in this sensational read shares spine-tingling sexual confessions, no-holds-barred anecdotes and eye-opening tips to help you rachet up your sex life to another level. In Chapter 1, 'Naughty', discover the art of seduction as you explore the turn-on of talking dirty, the tender techniques of arousal and thrilling new ways to pleasure your lover. In Chapter 2, 'Sizzling', indulge in supersensual massage and Tantra-style passion, and discover the tantalising secrets of enhancing orgasm. In Chapter 3, 'XX-Rated', boost your sexual confidence by performing a stunning striptease, unleash your wild inner exhibitionist by starring in your very own erotic movie and be truly adventurous by indulging in amazing outdoor sex. And in Chapter 4, 'Ecstatic', soar to new heights of bliss as you explore your body's hidden hotspots through the ultimate orgasmic positions and the excitingly wicked world of power games and bondage techniques. Packed with superb revealing photographs and astoundingly naughty activities, The Little Book of Sex Secrets is sure to inspire you and your partner to discover sex beyond your wildest dreams!