Books published by Anness Publishing

The ultimate how-to guide to the exciting water sports for both novices and more experienced intermediate-level paddlers, with techniques for mastering flat water, white water, open water and the sea.

An encyclopedia of the definitive motorbike - from classic to custom, with a directory of marques.

A lively introduction to arithmetic for preschool kids, with stickers to help them learn the numbers 1 to 10, basic addition and subtraction.

A first words and picture boardbook for preschoolers, who will enjoy sorting and grouping all kinds of shapes, patterns, pets, toys and cakes.

This little book is full of deliciously original ideas for the hugely popular whoopie pie - try mocha, pavlova raspberry crunch, mississippi mud pie and chai latte! - all in failsafe step-by-step stages.

Creative frames explored in classic and contemporary techniques; clear instructions show how to make mounts and cut glass, how to join and assemble, and how to create many different framing effects from woodstain to verre eglomise.

Make the most of this versatile ingredient in appetizers, eggs, main courses, vegetarian and side dishes, with a handy at-a-glance guide to the most popular edible mushrooms.

Ideas for every kind of sauce, from light and creamy to robust and spicy, including easy-to-follow techniques for making your own pasta.

A fully illustrated guide to the therapeutic herbs and their uses, and to making safe, effective herbal remedies at home.

When a glowing angel informs Mary that she is going to have a son, the woman frets, because she is not yet married to her fiance Joseph. The angel tells her not to worry, because the baby will be a holy child - the Son of God. However, when the Roman emperor orders a count of all his subjects, Joseph and Mary are forced to travel to Bethlehem...

Would you like a pet dinosaur? A small one might seem cute and friendly... but what would it eat? Should you take it for walks? Dinosaurs lived a very long time ago. Their world was very different to the one in which we live today. How did dinosaurs die out? Could they ever return? This book answers these and many other questions.

Why do bugs stay so small, have lots of legs, lay lots of eggs, live in groups, change shape, or need wings? This book contains the answers to this and many other questions, which will show you their fascinating world, and will help you to understand how they live their tiny lives.

Babies and toddlers love the surprises that a game of peekaboo involves. This book offers stimulating word play on an everyday subject that children will recognize. It is full of clear, cheerful photographs of people, animals and toys hiding and then being revealed - who is under the big sun hat...? Peekaboo.

Babies and toddlers love to see pictures of animals they recognize, especially animals with their young. This book features clear images and simple words about popular farm animals, including cows, sheep, horses, ducks, chickens, and the farmyard cat who keeps the mice away.

Gepetto the woodcarver longs to have a son. One day, he makes himself a wooden puppet in the shape of a boy, which he calls Pinocchio. That night, while he is sleeping, a fairy brings Pinocchio to life. He is still made from wood, but the fairy promises that he can become a boy if he remains honest, brave and unselfish. Will Pinocchio succeed?

Times are hard for Jack and his mother, so she asks the boy to sell their old brown cow. When Jack comes home with a handful of magic beans instead of money, his mother is furious. But during the night the beans grow into a giant beanstalk...

With over 50 reusable stickers, this play-and-learn book features action photographs of kids - dancing, dreaming of various different party cakes, watching a magic show, and generally enjoying the festivities. It presents a child's-eye view of the world, combining photographs and simple text to help youngsters develop their reading skills.

Ancient Egypt has captivated visitors for centuries. This volume offers an intriguing insight into the religious and burial practices of the ancient Egyptians. It reveals the tombs of the three most famous ancient burial sites in Egypt: Giza, Saqqara and the Valley of the Kings, where the famous tomb of the boy-king Tuthankhamun was discovered.

A visual guide to all the different wholefood ingredients and how to use them is followed by over 100 appetizing vegetarian recipes for every kind of meal, shown in inspiring photographs.

Everything you need to know about choosing and growing succulents successfully in one handy expert guide.

A scorching collection of spice-filled sishes from every corner of the globe, from fiery appetizers and main courses to rice and noodle dishes full of taste and aroma.

This charming book combines a guide to 150 herb varieties and herb cultivation techniques with hundreds of inspirational ideas for appetizing herb recipes and attractive craft ideas.

Fish and shellfish are delicious and nutritious and this authoritative guide includes information about every type as well as enticing ways to cook them.

Everything you need to knowabout choosing, growing and pruning small ornamental trees, with a visual directory of the best varieties for structure, hues and seasonal interest.