A revealing exploration into how trust defines our lives, how it can be won and lost, and what its future might look like, in this fascinating title in the Melville House's FUTURES series. In a society battered by economic, political, cultural and ecological collapse, where do we place our trust, now that it is more vital than ever for our survival? How has that trust – in our laws, our media, our governments – been lost, and how can it be won back? Examining the police, the rule of law, artificial intelligence, the 21st century city and social media, Ros Taylor imagines what life might be like in years to come if trust continues to erode. Have conspiracy theories permanently damaged our society? Will technological advances, which require more and more of our human selves, ultimately be rejected by future generations? And in a world fast approaching irreversible levels of ecological damage, how can we trust the custodians of these institutions to do the right thing – even as humanity faces catastrophe?

Bind: paperback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 114 x 178 mm

Publication Date: 22-02-2024

From Russia to The Democratic Republic of Congo to Myanmar, Chris Stephen ponders the future of prosecuting war criminals who think themselves untouchable in this timely new book, part of Melville House FUTURES series. We are all too familiar with the horrors of war. Throughout history, rules have been laid down to govern the conduct of war, with varying success. Today, the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the Netherlands is the world's first permanent war crimes court, but since it opened in 2002, it has jailed just 4 people. So what has gone wrong? Journalist and ex war-correspondent Chris Stephen takes a look at the colorful history of how war law was devised, asking complicated and important questions such as: What constitutes a war crime? How and when can the law step into prosecute? Today, membership of the ICC is voluntary. Of the UN’s 193 member states, 123 are in the ICC. But most of the world’s war crimes are committed by the other 70. Simply put, governments that commit war crimes don’t join the ICC – like Russia, for example. How then, do we go after war criminals? Follow the money, argues Stephen, and go after the banks and corporations that enable warlords. It worked for Al Capone, who, famously, was jailed not for his many killings, but for not paying his taxes. It was the same for Milosevic: years were spent gathering records, so judges could be shown he pulled the financial strings. Corporations and banks, span the world. Democracies and dictators both rely on them. The future of war crime courts demand they hit all the enablers, whether they wear battle fatigues or three-piece suits.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 144

Dimensions: 114 x 178 mm

Publication Date: 22-02-2024

This fun and adorable crafting book will guide you in creating little outdoor wonderlands for visiting mythical creatures! Authors Anna-Marie and Andrew Fahmy combine their two passions, the outdoors and crafts, providing step-by-step instructions on how to create one-of-a-kind fairy garden crafts. These projects are beginner friendly with only one requirement: bring your imagination! Projects include: Door with Steps Hanging Door Hobbit Door Gnome Planter House Small Lighted House Secret Staircase House Fairy Lamp Fairy Desk Table for Two Garden Swing Gnome Ladder Fairy Mailbox Gnome Frame Garden Wishing Well And more! Inside this 128-page book, you'll learn about different techniques and materials like working with twigs and sticks, unpolished rocks, types of moss, acorn caps, pinecones, glue guns, square pegs, and other accessories easily found at your local craft or hobby store. The projects include small and large houses for fairies, pixies, or gnomes, with the home accessories they will need to live comfortably, including doors, window, chairs, tables, bookshelves, and more, plus tips for lighting your creations so your fairy friends will feel warm and welcome. Also included is a stunning inspirational gallery of fairy gardens, houses, and hand-made accessories showing different styles, materials, and display ideas. The authors provide professional crafting tips so your fairy garden will meet your own and your fairy friends' expectations, but they also champion imperfections, encouraging you to go with the flow so every accessory you create is unique! Create an oasis in any outdoor space — or even a container — for your visiting mythical friends to enjoy when you're not looking, with Making Fairy Garden Accessories!

Bind: paperback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 203 x 254 mm

Publication Date: 19-03-2024

The kawaii art style is the Japanese artistic and cultural style that emphasizes the quality of cuteness, often featuring bright colors and characters with a child-like appearance. Kawaii drawings are generally identified as simple black-line characters with minimal features, rounded edges, and youthful appearances like Hello Kitty and Pikachu that illicit warm, happy, calm thoughts. Inside this kawaii mandala coloring book, you'll enjoy endless hours of relaxing fun with 32 intricate patterns and designs featuring hundreds of little objects, animals, symbols, plants, and people that are guaranteed to make you smile! The toothy, acid-free paper is perforated for easy removal, so you can work on a different surface, display your finished art, or gift it to a friend. Enter the world of intricate yet super cute and simple designs that you'll love to color, with Kawaii Mandala Coloring Book!

Bind: paperback

Pages: 80

Dimensions: 216 x 203 mm

Publication Date: 19-03-2024

·This book is a complete and approachable guide to organizing scrap material for quilters. Author shares a methodical and easy method for storing scraps, in addition to scrap block quilt patterns and quilt designs. ·Quilters inevitably have short lengths of full fabric widths as well as smaller leftover pieces from creating countless projects. The beauty is those scrap pieces can be tamed for re-us but are often thrown aside into a growing pile of unorganized leftovers. When scraps are methodically organized and stored, quilters are rewarded with more time to spend on designing and quilting verses spending hours searching for the perfect scraps. ·Features perforated pullout sticker labels

Bind: paperback

Pages: 68

Dimensions: 152 x 228 mm

Publication Date: 05-03-2024

Free-motion quilting is the technique of stitching through the layers of a quilt on a sewing machine with the feed dogs disengaged. Without the feed dogs engaged, you're free to move the material around and stitch designs in the fabric however you like! You can stitch around design elements and motifs to echo or enhance each block, swirl and doodle randomly, follow specific design lines, or even "write" words with your thread. Overall, your finished project will become a truly custom piece! Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting is a must-have book providing invaluable information on finishing, including an overview on working with long arm, mid arm, and home sewing machines. While you probably don't own a long arm or mid arm, shops throughout the country will rent them to you, and knowing the ins and outs of using them lets you make the best use of your time! You'll also learn about threading, color selection, and ruler work, as well as find QR codes linking to helpful how-to videos. A dozen sampler blocks are also featured, each with a unique design that can be combined in multiple ways. Free-motion quilting will make you as excited to finish your quilts as when you started them! With beautiful hand doodling, easy-to-follow, full-color step-outs, and even a gallery of Sherilyn's personal quilt collection, Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting is a wealth of instruction and inspiration for quilters.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 120

Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 02-07-2024

SIMPLE WELL-BEING TIPS TO HELP YOU SURVIVE UNIVERSITY Put your best foot forward and make the most of student life with these essential self-care tips It's supposed to be one of the most exciting times of your life, but between lectures, essays, deadlines and socials, looking after yourself can often fall to the bottom of your to-do list. Making time in your day for just a few small, achievable acts of self-care can have a big impact on all areas of student life. It's time to put your own well-being front and centre. Packed with bite-sized tips and encouraging advice to help improve your overall health and happiness, this book will help you survive and thrive in this exciting new chapter. Inside you will find: - Helpful information on ensuring your mental health is well looked after - Kind advice for dealing with exam stress and social anxiety - How to cope with being away from home - Useful tips on navigating financial stresses - The best ways to look after your physical health

Bind: paperback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm

Publication Date: 31-10-2023

A SUPPORTIVE GUIDE TO OVERCOMING LIFE'S MANY CHALLENGES A supportive guide filled with practical tips, advice and coping strategies to help you find calm in a hectic world Do you ever feel as though the world's conspiring against you? Like when it starts raining the moment you step outside, or when you narrowly miss out on that promotion at work - or when you check the news to discover everything has gone to sh*t. At times like these you need reassurance of your own strength and resilience, as well as a gentle reminder that there's still plenty to be positive about. Packed with helpful tips and kind words, this book will be your go-to guide to finding calm in an increasingly chaotic world. This valuable guide offers coping strategies for a range of anxieties big and small, from work-related worries to existential dread and concerns about the future of the planet. Whatever's causing you to feel anxious, How to Cope When Everything's Gone to Sh*t is here to support you when life gets overwhelming. With the advice inside, you'll start to feel more confident and ready to take on any challenges that might come your way.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 111 x 160 mm

Publication Date: 12-03-2024

DELICIOUS, QUICK AND EASY RECIPES FOR BUSY FAMILIES USING UK MEASUREMENTS Family favourites cooked with no fuss in your air fryer! You will be amazed at the versatility of your air fryer as you choose from more than 100 recipes that will keep your family satisfied every day of the week. These delicious, simple recipes use UK measurements. Whether you need a quick weeknight dinner after a busy day, are catering for picky eaters or a multi-diet household, or want to prepare a feast for the weekend, there's plenty to delight and surprise. Start the day the right way with Mini Frittata Muffins or enjoy a light lunch with Scotch Eggs and flavoursome Quesadillas. Also included are family favourites Chicken Kiev, Apple & Cranberry Pork Loin and Beef Lasagne, like Baked Stuffed Aubergines and The Best Nut Roast. Desserts such as Apple & Blackberry Cobbler, Blueberry Clafoutis and Chocolate Brownies will help you maximise the full potential of your air fryer and impress all at the dinner table. No matter the complexity of your daily routine, these air fryer recipes take no time at all and allow the entire family to come home to a delicious and wholesome meal.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 188 x 246 mm

Publication Date: 01-03-2024

Mum, you're one in a million. You're the best hug-giver, the ultimate counsellor and my biggest fan. Between these pages you will find a collection of beautiful quotes from people all around the world about how much they love their mum, as well as just some of the reasons why I think you're the best ever. This little book is my way of saying a massive thank you!!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 101 x 136 mm

Publication Date: 29-03-2024