Collection: Adult Non Fiction

Folklorist Ben Gazur guides you through the dark alleys of British history to uncover how our food habits have been passed down through generations of folklore. Who was the first person to throw salt over their shoulder? Why do we think carrots can help us see in the dark? When did we start holdi...

From the eastern rainforests to central deserts, Australia is home to some 900 species of birds. This book covers over 400 Australian bird watching sites conveniently grouped into the best birding areas, from one end of the country to the other. This includes areas such as Kakadu in the Top End a...

At ten months old, Holly Marie was brought to the door of a church by three barefoot women in white robes and head coverings. Adopted by the pastor and raised in a loving Christian home, Holly nevertheless struggled with the ache of not knowing what had happened to her biological parents. She sti...

If weaning is new for you, The First Foods Book is packed full of helpful hints and advice from experts, tasty tips from real parents, handy meal planners and lots more. Covering every step of the weaning journey, from six months to a year, no matter what your approach, from pea-fect purees to ba...

Christine thought a year in South Korea would hit the pause button on her messy life. Her dad's death had left her anxious and depressed, and her career in musical theatre had reached a new low of shopping-centre kids' shows. When she found herself pulled over by the side of the road, dressed as ...

In this much anticipated follow up book to the cult hit, Pitch Anything , Oren outlines a powerful new strategy for closing sales: the art of making prospects think that your idea is really their idea. This book will change the way you think about persuasion, and have you closing deals in no time...

A stunning collection from Sydney poet, human rights activist, community organiser, and refugee campaigner Sara M. Saleh. The Flirtation of Girls/Ghazal el-Banat is a dazzling collection that examines and represents the complexity of Arab-Australian Muslim women's identities, as well as exploring...

Ready to go away? The experts at Fodor's are here to help. We're bringing you the very best of the Big Island of Hawaii, including volcanoes, gorgeous beaches, and more. Our local experts vet every recommendation to ensure that you have all the essential information to plan a perfect trip and mak...

The experts at Fodor's are bringing the very best of Scotland, including Edinburgh, the Highlands, and more. The local experts vet every recommendation to ensure you have all the essential information to plan a perfect trip and make the most of your time. Get inspired with the ultimate experience...

Whether you want to explore Belém Tower, sample pastel de nata, or be swept away by a Fado performance, the local Fodor's travel experts in Lisbon are here to help! Fodor's InFocus Lisbon guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify yo...

Whether you want to explore the High Line, see a Broadway show, or grab a slice of pizza in Brooklyn, the local Fodor's travel experts in New York City are here to help. Fodor's new york city 2025 travel guide includes: an illustrated ultimate experiences guide to the top things to see and do mul...

Week in, week out, hundreds of thousands of people enthusiastically risk life, limb and dignity just to play some kind of football; blissfully unaware that they're playing a game that's at least as old as the Pyramids and Stonehenge. Graeme Dobson takes the reader on a romp through 5,000 years of...

The Midwife Mumma brings you a must-have guide to the first twelve weeks after your baby is born. After all the build-up and focus on pregnancy and birth, the fourth trimester is often swept aside. But as every new mum knows, the first twelve weeks after birth are possibly the most challenging an...

An easy, straightforward, and fun guide for learning fractions and its counterparts. Fractions For Dummies is the perfect strategy guide for both understanding and using one of math's most common (and most challenging) topic areas. You'll explore current solving strategies for fraction-related pr...

A visual love letter, in Funga Obscura ecologist Alison Pouliot guides us through the forest to share stunning photographs and writing on fungi across Australia and the globe.

A fresh plan for a new generation entering perimenopause and menopause. With clinical insights, actionable tips, and holistic guidance, Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a board-certified OB/GYN and women's health advocate, redefines how to sustain the marathon of this life stage so you can make the most of ...

Geology: A Complete Introduction is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear English, and then providing added-value features like a glossary of the essential jargon ...

A solid business plan is crucial to the ultimate success of your start-up or small business. But don't fret, your friends at For Dummies are here to help! Getting Started in Business Plans For Dummies gives you the fundamentals you need to let your business really take flight. Inside, you'll find...

Time management and personal development expert Brian Tracy presents his simple, powerful, and effective system for setting and achieving goals. Each chapter introduces a principal key in reaching your goals, along with a toolkit full of both comprehensive insights and actionable steps. Using the...

Countless Christians are deconstructing the fear-based faith they were handed, but many don't want to give up on God-they want to love and be loved by Jesus without hateful or abusive theology. If you're one of those believers, this feminist, anti-racist, LGBTQ-affirming devotional will take you ...

The true story of the discovery of gold in Australia and the shameless pretender who took the credit, from the popular author of Rum. Ask Google "Who discovered gold in Australia?" and you'll promptly get 'Edward Hammond Hargraves'. Hargraves has for decades received the fame, fortune and adulati...

The new Great British Bake Off book ties into the 2024 season of the UK’s most popular cooking show. Indulge in the very best comfort bakes that you’ll want to make time and again, with recipes from Paul, Prue and the bakers. This new book showcases 80 wonderful bakes inspired by the show’s most ...

Great Coastal Walks Australia showcases the best coastal tracks in each state to explore on foot. It features a range of unique locations to take in Australia's most spectacular coastal scenery, from Sydney's iconic beaches to remote wilderness destinations. Journey with Australia's best bushwalk...

Go green with 80 vegan and vegetarian recipes for your slow cooker. The recipes in this cookbook will revolutionize your meal planning, allowing you to indulge in vibrant vegan and vegetarian dishes every night of the week with little to no effort. Requiring only minimal preparation, a slow cooke...

Guides you through the process of creating and nurturing your fruit and vegetable garden. Contains information about choosing a plot, sowing and planting seeds and seedlings, choosing the right fruit and vegetables for your climate zone, organic gardening tips, dealing with pests and problems as ...

If you are diagnosed with bipolar disorder, conventional medications aren't always effective - and they often have disturbing side-effects. What if there was a completely different treatment?

The debut book from social media sensation @tanyahomeinspo! Easy and Essential Tips and Inspiration for Cleaning, Organising and Improving Your Space from social media's best-loved home hacks inspo account! Do you often find yourself scrolling through social media wishing your home looked more li...

Discover which of the twelve animal signs you are and the effects of the other influences you were born under, from the five elements, the four seasons, to the ascendant signs of the hour of your birth. Introducing the origins and personalities of each sign each chapter explains in detail how you...

What if you could practice, and access, happiness at any time? When were you last truly happy? How did 'happy' feel? Some people find that being happy is a natural state of being, but for others it's a constant struggle to find contentment with all of life's stresses and upheavals. Noa Belling ha...

Neko Case has long been revered as one of music's most influential artists, whose authenticity, lyrical storytelling, and sly wit have endeared her to a legion of critics, musicians, and lifelong fans. In The Harder I Fight The More I Love You, Case brings her trademark candour and precision to a...