Together, we can change the world There is little doubt that our beautiful planet is now under huge threat; our weather is more extreme, plastic litters our oceans, industrial production and farming methods wreak havoc on the environment and mass deforestation has led to the extinction of many species. Carry on this way and it’s almost certain that sea levels will continue to rise, there will be extreme heatwaves, loss of the polar ice caps and mass pollution; in short, a very worrying future for us all. We need to take action before it’s too late, and we can all do our bit to help. This guide is full of simple tips we can all incorporate into our daily lives, and will demonstrate how small eco-friendly changes can have a huge positive effect on the world around us. They might even save the planet.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 105 x 148 mm

Publication Date: 15-02-2019

Do you want to be an inspired, more innovative you? Tap into your creativity every day with this motivating collection of imaginative and crafty ideas, top tips, invigorating activities and wise words. Light up your mind with this little book of inspiration.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 148 x 115 mm

Publication Date: 11-01-2019

Do you want to be a leaner, healthier you? Get started and stay motivated every day with this handy guide. With meal suggestions, fitness ideas and tips to help you create healthy habits for the long-term, this little book will steer you towards getting into great shape and feeling good.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 145 x 115 mm

Publication Date: 11-01-2019

Do you want to be a fitter, healthier you? Stay motivated every day with this handy collection of workout ideas, top training tips, invigorating activities, healthy eating suggestions and words of wisdom. From nutrition to stamina, this little book will help get you into great shape.

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Pages: 160

Dimensions: 148 x 115 mm

Publication Date: 11-01-2019

I breathe in peace, I breathe out tension Embrace the calm and happiness that comes once you’ve learned to let go. Don’t we all want to live a life full of positivity and joy, unshackled by anxiety? Well, the secret is in letting go of our fears, stress and worries, and this accessible and beautifully designed book will show you how – with practical techniques for dealing with anxiety, simple lifestyle changes and therapies you can try at home. Offering words of wisdom, positive affirmations and the low-down on the most effective treatments to explore, this is the book you need to take control of your life.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 149 x 195 mm

Publication Date: 11-01-2019

Being healthy doesn’t have to be hard. Eating junk food, drinking too much and rarely (or barely) exercising – we’ve all been there. Sometimes you just need a bit of help, some practical advice and a few words of encouragement to get yourself back on track. Intended for anyone with a busy life, this handbook gets straight to the point, gathering together useful tips, motivational quotes and achievable steps towards a healthier body and a happier mind. No matter where you’re starting from or aiming for, there’s something here to spur you on, including: Dietary hacks to avoid overeating, improve sleep and reach your ideal weight Good guidance on fats and carbs, which are often misunderstood An honest look at how alcohol can affect your health (and your finances) Easy ways to reduce your alcohol consumption Clever ideas for matching your workout to suit your mood and schedule Sound advice on choosing exercises that keep you motivated

Bind: paperback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm

Publication Date: 11-01-2019

New Zealand's worst public health disaster occurred in November 1918 when around 9000 people died in the so-called "Spanish" influenza pandemic. Here are the voices of 110 survivors describing what they saw and what happened to them in that terrible time when the victims' bodies turned black. Meticulously researched by Dr Geoffrey Rice Emeritus Professor of History and author of Black November (2005) and Black Flu 1918 (2017).

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Pages: 188

Dimensions: 127 x 203 mm

Publication Date: 20-11-2018

How do health care workers manage disaster on an unprecedented scale? The 2011 Canterbury earthquakes were more challenging to the region’s health system than anyone could have expected. The injured needed immediate treatment, buildings and equipment were badly damaged, aftershocks continued to rock the area, and communities were disrupted by flooding, liquefaction and fear. Despite this, many ordinary people – hospital and laboratory staff, general practitioners (GPs), pharmacists and others – accomplished extraordinary things in the aftermath of such devastation. Rising from the Rubble gives a compelling account of those who rallied to maintain and rebuild essential health services, maintaining continuity of care for the most vulnerable – from older people to those with kidney failure – as well as dealing with the significant ongoing impact on mental health. From the immediate emergency response after the earthquakes to sustaining health services over the following years in highly demanding circumstances, the stories of medical staff joining forces, collaborating and volunteering are infused with sadness, pride and even joy. Based on interviews with those who lived and worked through the Canterbury earthquakes, and the authors’ own experiences, Rising from the Rubble is an inspiring testament to commitment and recovery.

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Pages: 304

Dimensions: 170 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 23-11-2018

Supercharge your confidence and upgrade your ‘win’ with this collection of motivational quotations from the world’s most eminent business people, politicians, writers and honest-to-goodness ass-kickers. This book will show you the way to success! BELIEVE AND ACHIEVE.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 116 x 146 mm

Publication Date: 13-09-2018

When a new influenza virus emerges that is able to be transmitted between humans, it spreads globally as a pandemic, often with high mortality. Enormous social disruption and substantial economic cost can result. The 1918 Spanish influenza pandemic was undoubtedly the most devastating influenza pandemic to date, and it has been Dr Robert Webster’s life’s work to figure out how and why. In so doing he has made a remarkable contribution to our understanding of the evolution of influenza viruses and how to control them. A century on, Flu Hunter is a gripping account of the tenacious scientific detective work involved in revealing the secrets of this killer virus. Dubbed ‘Flu Hunter’ by Smithsonian Magazine in 2006, Dr Webster began his research in the early 1960s with the insight that the natural ecology of most influenza viruses is among wild aquatic birds. Painstaking tracking and testing of thousands of birds eventually led him and the other scientists involved to establish a link between these bird virus ‘reservoirs’ and human influenza pandemics. Some of this fascinating scientific work involved exhuming bodies of Spanish flu victims from the Arctic permafrost in a search for tissue samples containing genetic material from the virus. Could a global influenza pandemic occur again? Webster’s warning is clear: ‘... it is not only possible, it is just a matter of when.’

Bind: paperback

Pages: 220

Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm