1000 Garden Ideas (Compact Edition)
By Stafford Cliff
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 9781844008247, NZ RRP $19.99, Paperback

This new compact edition makes the ultimate gardening reference book even more accessible. It is fantastic value at $19.99 and an unrivalled source of ideas for every possible aspect of the garden in a stunning mixture that runs from quirky to classic, modern to traditional. A unique archive of photographs taken over 40 years and including gardens from all over the world.

My Favourite Ingredients
By Skye Gyngell
Quadrille Publishing, ISBN 9781844008223, NZ RRP $34.99, Paperback

This beautiful sequel to Skye’s highly acclaimed first book, A Year in My Kitchen is now in available in paperback. It is a treasury of information and recipes for an intriguing range of foods, from fish, cherries and olive oil to pulses, game and chocolate. It showcases the abundance, flavour and vibrancy of Skye’s favourite ingredients, and includes fabulous photography of the 100 enticing, original recipes celebrating the versatility of the starring ingredients.

Creating Your Garden Farm
By Nicki Trench
Cico Books, ISBN 9781907030109, NZ RRP $49.99, Hardback

Thanks to the economic downturn, the self-sufficient lifestyle has surged in popularity. Here are the first steps in self-sufficiency, from growing vegetables, fruit and herbs, to keeping hens and bees. Anyone with a garden can undertake these projects to live more naturally.
This book is part of Cico’s bestselling Green Guide series, which includes: Guide to Natural Housekeeping, Fruits of the Earth, Organic Crops in Pots and A Green Guide to Bringing Up Your Baby.

The Art of Literary Conversation
By Louise Howland and Keith Lamb
TAOC, ISBN 9780980345568, NZ RRP $19.99, Hardback Box

The Art of Literary Conversation is the newest game from the creators of The Art of Conversation and The Art of Conversation for Children. It comes with 300 starter questions to offer new angles and avenues to think, and talk, about books. It’s not a quiz, but a tool that draws on your own experiences and thoughts, leading to fascinating discussions.

Recipe for a Good Marriage
By Cheryl Saban
Ryland Peters & Small, ISBN 9781845979966, NZ RRP $19.99, Hardback

A treasure trove of wisdom and humour on marriage and relationships, Recipe for a Good Marriage teams tips from married women with timeless words from great writers and philosophers. Some of the tips are fun; others are more serious. But each one speaks of the basic human desire to find lasting love, passion and friendship with our mate. Recipe for a Good Marriage takes a clear-eyed look at marriage and the roles we play within it – lovers, partners and friends.