Books

Q&A: Carolyn Dunster – Botanical Stylist and Author

Carolyn Dunster on the joy of growing edible flowers, her favourite ways to preserve a moment from the garden, and what motivates her to write.

Beetroot and Polenta Cakes with Faux Aioli – Recipe

Vanessa Seder discusses the inspiration behind her new cookbook and shares an irresistibly simple recipe for aioli that uses a surprising ingredient.

The Bright Side: Radical Climate Optimism

An ambitious Victorian megaproject could inspire climate re-engineering, but research is needed now, argues Sumit Paul-Choudhury, former editor-in-chief of New Scientist.

Simple Panzanella Salad Recipe

Simple Panzanella Salad Recipe

One-pan wonder: This fuss-free recipe is packed with fresh seasonal vegetables and cooked in a single roasting tin, so there’s very little washing up to do.

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Forest Magic and Nature’s Seasons

Forest Magic and Nature’s Seasons

Witch’s Forest is a journey into forest folklore. In this extract, Sandra Lawrence looks at the ancient rituals that mark the seasons, watching out for magical creatures on the way.

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Create a Seasonal Memory Bank

Create a Seasonal Memory Bank

In this exclusive extract from Slow Seasons, Rosie Steer shares a creative way to preserve happy moments so that you can revisit them on darker days.

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How to Deal With Teenage Anxiety

How to Deal With Teenage Anxiety

No Worries, Nicola Morgan’s new guide to tackling teenage anxiety, is packed with the kind of advice many adults wish they’d been given when they were younger.

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Featured Recipe: Herbal Hand Soak

Featured Recipe: Herbal Hand Soak

You can gather fresh herbs for this soothing hand soak, or use essential oils of peppermint, rosemary and lavender. Featured recipe from Mud, Salt + Medicine by Julia Lawless.

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How to Thrive After Menopause

How to Thrive After Menopause

The Power Decade by Susan Saunders rejects the negative messaging around life after menopause and sees this as the ideal time to prepare for a bright and powerful future.

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