Psychology, self-improvement, healthy lifestyle

'Dr. van der Kolk's masterpiece combines the boundless curiosity of the scientist, the erudition of the scholar, and the passion of the truth teller' Judith Herman, author of Trauma and Recovery The effects of trauma can be devastating for sufferers, their families and future generations.   Here one of the world's experts...

The 10-year anniversary edition of Matt Haig's warm, witty and honest manifesto for staying alive, whatever your demons.

The revolutionary new offering from Jordan B. Peterson, renowned psychologist and author of the global bestsellers 12 Rules for Life and Beyond Order. In We Who Wrestle with God, Jordan Peterson guides us through the ancient, foundational stories of the Western world, analyzing the Biblical accounts of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering...

The instant New York Times bestsellerFinancial Times Book of the MonthA revolutionary system to get 1 per cent better every dayPeople think when you want to change your life, you need to think big. But world-renowned habits expert James Clear has discovered another way. He knows that real change comes...

Can a person literally die of loneliness? Is there a connection between the ability to express emotions and Alzheimer's disease? Is there such a thing as a `cancer personality'?Drawing on deep scientific research and Dr Gabor Mate's acclaimed clinical work, When the Body Says No provides the answers to critical...

A collection of sexual fantasies from women around the world, Want is a revelatory, sensational and game-changing exploration of women's sexuality that asks, and answers: How do women feel about sex when they have the freedom to be totally anonymous?

Acclaimed developmental psychologist David Yeager reveals the new science of motivating young people in this groundbreaking book. It is a must-read for parents, educators and mentors. In 10 to 25, David Yeager explains the emerging science of adolescent and young adult brains to reveal how we can engage, teach...

An eye-opening investigation into the science, economics, history and production of ultra-processed food. It's not you, it's the food.We have entered a new 'age of eating' where most of our calories come from an entirely novel set of substances called Ultra-Processed Food, food which is industrially processed and designed and marketed...

*The New York Times bestseller*All around us people are looking at their phones too much, eating too much, drinking too much. Our world is addicted to fleeting distracting pleasures that get us nowhere. Dr Anna Lembke provides a clear way back to a balanced life.This book is about pleasure. It's...

Looking for a fun, creative hobby? Junk this Journal is the ultimate introduction to one of TikTok’s hottest craft trends. Full of prompts, imagery, and ideas to get you started, this fully customizable journal is designed for you to make every page your own. Complete your “About Me” page; write, draw, stamp,...

An interactive guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones, based on the 25-million-copy #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits. Simple Exercises for Building the Life You Want The official companion to the #1 worldwide bestseller is the next step in your habits toolkit. Guided journal prompts will...

Following the huge success of THE POWER OF LETTING GO, John Purkiss returns with the highly anticipated follow-up to live life on the next level by manifesting your desires.   THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FOLLOW UP TO THE POWER OF LETTING GO Thousands of people have benefited from The Power of Letting Go. We learnt...

The greatest treasure in the spiritual life is not faith, but love. Love is humankind’s supreme gift and the core of internationally beloved author, Paulo Coelho’s, message. In The Supreme Gift he adapts the classic wisdom of the 19th century biologist, Henry Drummond St Paul, offering a powerful message that...

Find Your Passion. Love Your Work. Build a Richer Life. What's your dream? It's a simple question, but one which very few of us ever really think about. From early on, we are taught that there's only one path to getting ahead: do well at school, get a certain...

A rich and engaging guide to psychology, the science devoted to understanding human nature Psychology is the science devoted to understanding human nature. Its practitioners have long sought to understand behaviour, feelings and thoughts. In her fascinating history, Nicky Hayes tells the story of psychology from its origins to the...

One of our great behavioral scientists, the bestselling author of Behave, plumbs the depths of the science and philosophy of decision-making to mount a devastating case against free will, an argument with profound consequences.Robert Sapolsky’s Behave, his now classic account of why humans do good and why they do bad,...

From the internationally bestselling author of Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop comes a warm and reflective collection of essays about reading, language and life. Why do we read? What is it that we hope to take away from the intimate, personal experience of reading for pleasure?Rarely do we ask these...

The secret to productivity isn’t discipline. It’s joy. We have all been told that the secret to productivity is simple: work harder. The trouble is, endless hard work doesn’t just make us unhappier – it makes us less productive too. Here, Dr Ali Abdaal draws on the latest scientific...

FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR AND HOST OF THE DIARY OF A CEO PODCAST. We are losing ourselves. We're chasing the wrong things, asking the wrong questions, and polluting our minds. It's time to stop, it's time to resist and it's time to rethink the fundamental social blueprint that...

The sequel to the Sunday Times and international-bestselling South Korean therapy memoir, I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki, translated by International Booker Prize–shortlisted Anton Hur.When Baek Sehee started recording her sessions with her psychiatrist, her hope was to create a reference for herself. She never imagined she would reach...

We all have an ikigai. It's the Japanese word for 'a reason to live' or 'a reason to jump out of bed in the morning'. It's the place where your needs, desires, ambitions, and satisfaction meet. A place of balance. Small wonder that finding your ikigai is closely linked to...

Discover practical tips, soothing rituals, and inspiring stories that nurture inner peace and balance. Whether placed in your home or gifted to a loved one, it serves as a daily reminder to live with awareness and gratitude. Let each page guide you toward a more centered, harmonious life. Elevate your space―and your...

Self-Portraits brings together the best autobiographical shorts by Osamu Dazai, showcasing the legendary writer at both his best and his worst. This slim volume presents Dazai’s unique voice, capturing his essence as Japan’s quintessential rebel writer.   "Art dies the moment it acquires authority." With these words, Dazai, disillusioned by the hypocrisy...

The bestselling global phenomenon, now updated for the 10th anniversary. The runaway international bestseller- now fully revised and updated. Do you ever think you're the only one making any sense? Have you ever tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Does your colleague's manner of communication always get your...

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of the international phenomenon Surrounded by Idiots. Studies suggest two people who have never met before will tell three lies within the first five minutes. Astounding.But why?Why do we choose to lie even when we know it's wrong? To protect the people we love?...

Small habits to boost your brain chemistry. This book will help you find more motivation, create deeper connections, energise your body and destress your mind.' - Jay Shetty, author of Think Like a Monk. Life can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Today's fast-paced world leaves many of...

Things No One Taught Us About Love is a transformative guide to building healthy, meaningful relationships, from Vex King, the bestselling author of Good Vibes, Good Life and Healing is the New High. In this life-changing book, Vex distills the insights found in Closer to Love, offering a relatable and...

This follow up to bestselling Solve For Happy will show you that chronic stress is not an unavoidable part of modern life, but a predictable – and therefore preventable – response, often as much to do with negative thought patterns as external circumstances. Mo explains how he made it through the most...

I must die. But must I die bawling? ’What does it mean to live a virtuous life? How can we rise above pain and anguish? In these teachings from Book 1 of his Discourses, ancient philosopher Epictetus outlines a practical approach to Stoicism that has inspired thinkers for centuries, from...

'One of the most insightful books I ve read about what makes us human and how we understand each other' Bill GatesSteven Pinker, one of the world's greatest thinkers and bestselling author of Enlightenment Now, The Better Angels of Our Nature and The Language Instinct, reveals the power and perils...