Collection: Adult Non Fiction

501 Essential Albums of '90s is the ultimate curated list detailing dozens of the decade's most influential releases across all genres, featuring descriptions of the releases, album art, and artist imagery.

52 Assignments: Drone Photography is a year's worth of inspiring weekly assignments to kick-start your creativity. This book is a mission brief, a portfolio of photographic workshops, a personalised journal and an inspirational guide to putting the creativity back into your craft. It has a year'...

52 Weeks of Accessories is a beautiful collection of 52 patterns to create cosy accessories and was created by 48 international designers. It is a great companion for those who love knitting hats, shawls, socks and mittens, but also includes some more fashion-forward projects like cowls, hoods, h...

Name a major global sports icon, and there will be a sin or two, maybe more. Michael Jordan, Muhammad Ali, Tiger Woods, Pelé, Babe Ruth - they all committed their fair share of sins. And we are not talking low level sins like coveting your neighbour's servant, or his ox or donkey, as appealing as...

Shares an eight-step process based on the life-prolonging and health-enhancing methodology of the Earth Path of Taoism. Includes practices focused on posture, breathing, mental health, energy flow, and meditation, as well as eight mind-body Daoyin longevity exercises, complete with illustrated in...

In recent years, puppetry has enjoyed a huge revival on the stages of our theatres, dance venues and opera houses. Large-scale productions such as War Horse and The Lion King have revitalised age-old techniques to attract new audiences and develop the power of storytelling. Puppetry is now seen n...

In perhaps his most ambitious and comprehensive work yet, leading psychologist Andrew Fuller examines the most common emotions and explains what they are, how they work, and how you can use them for your own personal good, rather than letting them rule your life. He explains the origins of emotio...

The perfect introduction to Aboriginal art, now in its fourth edition. This edition has been expanded and updated to include and reflect on important artists who have emerged in the last decade, with a focus on the burgeoning of activity in the Southern Desert region, Queensland and the Torres St...

Life is complex and varied, difficult and delightful, challenging and rewarding. In this collection of short reflections Jenny Wilson tackles some of its deep questions, taking us on a journey with her from early morning bird watching to the hospitality of God, from suffering to the anchoring rol...

This is the revised and expanded ten year, anniversary edition of one of Counter-Print's most-loved books. From tech to fashion, explore how simple shapes and detailed patterns can evoke complex emotions and ideas through the captivating world of abstract logo design. Discover the versatility and...

Should I be upfront with someone I'm interested in that I'm ace or aro? How do I get people to respect my boundaries around intimacy? What if I don't want intimacy at all? It is selfish to pursue a relationship if I don't want romance? These questions are not only a source of deep anxiety and fru...

Whether you're tight for time or have weeks to go until you exams, this book will help you establish a clear strategy for exams and achieve the grades you deserve. Packed with activities and examples of exam questions, student answers and mark schemes.

"Transitioning into adulthood is already difficult, but being young and Autistic can make it so much harder. Leaving the protections and supports of childhood behind can feel daunting. In a world that often marginalises Autistic people, how do you begin to figure out and pursue your own goals and...

After the global pause in 2020, we returned to a world that feels faster, looser, and less structured - our professional boundaries have been erased, social and cultural norms are shifting rapidly, and at the same time, we're facing profound developments in artificial intelligence. We're facing m...

Feeling anxious is part of being human; sometimes it can even be necessary or useful. But what about when anxiety takes over? When you feel like it's dictating your life? Have you ever considered that you might be addicted to anxiety? In this book, psychotherapist Owen O'Kane explores how we all ...

Eliminate the overwhelm and stay on track with your money goals. If you struggle with the time and energy needed to manage your money, you're not alone. So much financial advice is geared toward neurotypical brains. From checking your bank account to impulse spending and budgets that just don't w...

Bring the animal kingdom to your kitchen with these unique, charming bakes that are just as fun to make as they are to eat. This wonderful collection of simple desserts is designed for bakers of all ages and levels -- along with ways to customize each and every creation! Wade into ocean waters wi...

Explores how the strategies and methods of scientific as well as humanistic inquiry are converging to construct a relational view of the world. It evaluates Einstein's theory of relativity, quantum theory, information theory, cognitive neuropsychology, and evolution alongside the history of moder...

A memoir from the Norwegian explorer recounts his 58-day ski journey to the North Pole, offering a gripping adventure story and a deep reflection on nature, human resilience and the profound significance of this remote region.

At the turn of the millennium, digital technologies seemed to have immense promise for transforming our society. With these powerful new tools, the thinking went, we would be free to live our best lives, connected to our communities in ways full of infinite potential. A quarter of a century on, t...

The gut-wrenching, heroic story of how one of Australia's finest surfers overcame brain injury and despair to win an Olympic medal.

We live in an age of ever-deepening anxiety. Free of convictions, released from certainties, we appear untethered - and alone. The values that underpinned our sense of, and need for, collectivity have been reduced to their lowest common denominator: liberty means nothing more than exploiting our ...

From autism to allergies, ADHD to long Covid, more people are being labelled with medical conditions than ever before. But can a diagnosis do us more harm than good? The boundaries between sickness and health are being redrawn. Mental health categories are shifting and expanding all the time, rad...

Today, trust seems harder to find than ever before. It's hardly surprising we feel that way. Our politics is polarised, our online world is awash with misinformation, and we've lost faith in our bedrock institutions. Yet, without trust, we cannot work together to solve the big problems we face. B...

The first edition of Age of Invisible Machines quickly earned a reputation as a prophetic guide for technology and business leaders, offering a clear vision of what was coming just before it arrived. Now, the newly revised second edition pushes that vision forward, offering a 2027-level roadmap f...

"Magical thinking" can be broadly defined as the belief that one's internal thoughts can affect unrelated events in the external world. Whether that's "manifesting" their way out of poverty, staving off cancer with positive vibes, or transforming an unhealthy relationship to a glorious one throug...

'Ageing Gracefully' breaks down the many ways in which readers can remain healthy and well as they navigate the challenges of life, alongside practical guidance on how to apply this knowledge to everyday.

There are approximately 55 million people living with dementia around the world. It is estimated that this number will rise to 139 million by 2050. And it isn't just the elderly who are affected; diagnosis rates are rising in younger adults, with women at a higher risk than men. For many, especia...

Is AI going to take over the world? Have scientists created an artificial lifeform that can think on its own? Is it going to replace all our jobs, even creative ones, like doctors, teachers and care-workers? Are we about to enter an age where computers are better than humans at everything? The an...

Carter shows how AI rewires businesses, driving innovation and adaptation. We're not facing a single disruptive force; we're amid a whirlwind of change. We all need to prepare to embrace the AI First mindset. Through transformative insights, this book will recalibrate your approach, embedding AI ...