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Lagom (pronounced 'lah-gom') has no equivalent in the English language but is loosely translated as 'not too little, not too much, just right'. It is widely believed that the word comes from the Viking term 'laget om', for when a mug of mead was passed around a circle and there was just enough for everyone to get a sip. But while the anecdote may hit the nail on the head, the true etymology of the word points to an old form of the word 'lag', which means 'law'.<br/><br/>Far from restrictive, lagom is a liberating concept, praising the idea that anything more than 'just enough' is a waste of time. Crucially it also comes with a selflessness and core belief of responsibility and common good.

Have you ever savoured the last crumb of a delicious cake and thought, ooh...that takes me back to a happy place? Anna Berghe has been doing just that savouring happy memories of her grandma s baking and carefully curating her recipes to keep the delightful cultural heritage of Swedish fika alive. If you ve heard about this now world-famous phenomenon but never really experienced it at grass roots level then this is the book for you. We ll step into the atmosphere of a bygone era and bring it right up to date, with tips on how to re-create that special sense of togetherness over coffee and cake!

<b>Limited luxe first print-run edition features gorgeous sprayed edges - available while supplies last!</b><br/><br/>When sixteen-year-old Calisa arrives at her great-aunt's bed-and-breakfast for the summer, she's shocked to find it run down rather than cosy. Grumpy and eccentric, Auntie Zee is determined to keep anyone from messing with her beloved inn . . . even though she clearly needs the help.<br/><br/>To convince her great-aunt to keep her around, Calisa sets to work fixing up the inn, enlisting extra help from the groundkeeper's (handsome) son. But the longer she stays, the surer she is that there's something strange about the B and B-and its residents. Something almost . . . otherworldly.<br/><br/>The inn is hiding a magical secret-but secrets are like doors. Once Calisa opens this one, she won't be able to go back . . .

An all-new collection of winter-themed mysteries from the master of the genre, just in time for the festive period. <br/><br/>There's a chill in the air and the days are growing shorter... It's the perfect time to curl up in front of a crackling fireplace with this winter-themed collection from legendary mystery writer Agatha Christie. But beware of deadly snowdrifts and dangerous gifts, poisoned meals and mysterious guests. This compendium of short stories, some featuring beloved detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, is an essential omnibus for Christie fans and the perfect gift for mystery lovers. <br/><br/><strong>INCLUDES THE STORIES:</strong><br/>The Chocolate Box<br/>A Christmas Tragedy<br/>The Coming of Mr Quin<br/>The Mystery of the Baghdad Chest<br/>The Clergyman's Daughter<br/>The Plymouth Express<br/>Problem at Pollensa Bay<br/>Sanctuary<br/>The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge<br/>The World's End<br/>The Manhood of Edward Robinson<br/>Christmas Adventure

Jean-Michel Basquiat's bold collage work titled: <em>Untitled (Crown)</em>, 1982 is reproduced in our luxurious <em>Mini Notebook</em> with black edge pages. Our <em>Mini Notebooks</em> are full colour hardcover pocket sized books featuring special features like black edge accents. The paper is lightly printed with a dot-grid, perfect for note taking, list making and doodling. <br/><br/> <ul><li>Little, hardcover journal with the bold art of Jean-Michel Basquiat</li><li>120 pages with black edging and lay-flat design</li><li>Dot-grid interior pages</li><li>Mini size, 127 x 89 mm</li></ul>

<b>The extraordinarily powerful and unforgettable memoir by the late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, the woman who stood up and spoke out about Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell</b><br/><br/>The world knows Virginia Roberts Giuffre as Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's most outspoken victim: the woman whose decision to speak out helped send both serial abusers to prison, whose photograph with Prince Andrew catalyzed his fall from grace. But her story has never been told in full, in her own words-until now.<br/><br/>In April 2025, Giuffre took her own life. She left behind a memoir written in the years preceding her death and stated unequivocally that she wanted it published. Nobody's Girl is the riveting and powerful story of an ordinary girl who would grow up to confront extraordinary adversity.<br/><br/>Here, Giuffre offers an unsparing and definitive account of her time with Epstein and Maxwell, who trafficked her and others to numerous prominent men. She also details the molestation she suffered as a child, as well as her daring escape from Epstein and Maxwell's grasp at nineteen. Giuffre remade her life from scratch and summoned the courage to not only hold her abusers to account but also advocate for other victims. The narrative of Nobody's Girl preserve her voice-and her legacy-forever.<br/><br/>Nobody's Girl is an astonishing affirmation of Giuffre's unshakable will-first, to claw her way out of victimhood, and then to shine light on wrongdoing and fight for a safer, fairer world. Equal parts intimate and fierce, it is a remarkable narrative of fortitude in the face of depravity and despair.

<b>The number 1 rule of junk journaling is there are no rules.</b><br/><br/>This is a companion to your journaling journey, with 52 weekly prompts and ideas encouraging you to tap into your creative side.<br/>Whether you're brand new to junk journaling or already hoard paper scraps and washi tape, this book will gently guide you through a year of playful, imperfect creativity:<br/><br/><ul><li><b>COLLECT</b> everything that inspires you or reminds you of something you want to remember</li><li><b>REFLECT</b> to take a mindful moment for yourself to pause and think about what you are creating </li><li><b>CREATE</b> with practical steps to try new crafty techniques in your junk journal</li></ul><br/><br/>You'll find heaps of fun, original ideas for what to include in your scrapbook, as well as tips on how to brainstorm and source materials. The 52 projects are built to inspire you - you'll create a portrait of you, celebrate your favourite snacks, play with textures and colour palettes, send yourself future notes, reflect on meaningful holidays and be encouraged to use your precious sticker stash...<br/><br/>Embrace imperfection, expand your creativity, preserve your memories and get stuck in!