Books published by Octopus Publishing Group

It's a scientific fact that it's impossible to feel sad while looking at cheerful pups. Let this photographic celebration of the world's happiest, silliest and most playful pooches put a smile on your face and a wag in your tail.

The Retirement Handbook, penned by the acclaimed author Ted Heybridge, is a must-read book for anyone contemplating or approaching their retirement years. Published recently in 2021 by the renowned Octopus Publishing Group, this book provides a comprehensive guide on how to navigate the complexities of retirement. Heybridge, known for his insightful and practical advice, delves into various aspects of retirement planning. From financial strategies to lifestyle changes, this book covers all the bases to ensure a smooth and fulfilling transition into this new stage of life. The Retirement Handbook, written in English, is a testament to Heybridge's expertise in the genre of self-help and financial planning. With this book, retirement doesn't have to be a daunting prospect. Instead, it can be a time of joy, relaxation, and personal growth.

A humorous but really practical guide to tackling garden pests (without resorting to nasty chemicals), created with the RHS.

With its 52 super-simple planting 'recipes', Grow 5 offers a fresh take on gardening in small spaces from award-winning author (and editor of Gardens Illustrated - the 'Vogue of gardening media') Lucy Bellamy

90 healthy and fuss-free batch cooking recipes to fill your freezer and save you time

Rising star of the organic GYO scene, Anna Greenland, presents her top 30 crops to grow in containers or a small raised bed, and provides all the information you need to make sure they flourish.

A personal journey exploring Scotch whiskey through its terroir, including the land, weather, history, craft and culture that feeds and enhances the whisky itself.

A simple guide to losing weight through macro counting

A 'Now Age' guide to 2022 for the cosmically curious

Boost your clarity, focus and creativity with morning meditation

One woman's struggle to get a good night's sleep

An intimate and inspiring collection of letters revealing some of the greatest queer love stories in history

"In a world where we are bombarded with visual imagery, making your photos stand out from the crowd is getting harder by the day, but film will give you that edge - and let you discover a whole new way of shooting in the process. In this in-depth and inspirational guide, photography journalist Ben Hawkins and pro photographer Liza Kanaeva-Hunsicker reveal the techniques, tips and secrets for success when shooting film. Learn to shoot on film, from the essential basics to advanced techniques; Make the right choices with an in-depth guide to buying second-hand cameras; Master the language of film with jargon-free guides to all the vital processes; Be inspired by advice from a top pro who shoots on film; Discover the amazing imagery of the new school of analogue photographers"--Publisher's description.

Get the answers to the questions that are on every photographer's mind, as well as those they haven't thought of yetHow do we learn? We learn by asking questions. But what if we don't know what questions we should be asking? Thanks to the digital revolution, photography has never been so popular, and whether you shoot on a phone or a top-spec DSLR or CSC camera, the urge to improve is relentless. In this book, author Chris Gatcum asks the questions that every photographer will have in mind at some point in their image-making journey, and then answers them in a clear, concise, straightforward and inspirational manner. Laid out in intuitive sections, this book tackles the questions that are on every photographer's mind, as well as those that they haven't thought of yet. And with a clear progression through each chapter, from the simple to more complex, the book asks - and answers - questions to satisfy the complete novice as well as the advanced practitioner.

Learn how to understand and interpret contemporary art, and transform your next trip to an art gallery

The healthy weaning & toddler bible, with 120+ delicious & easy recipes everyone can enjoy from child nutrition expert Lucinda Miller.

A collection of thoughts and reflections on how to face the enormity of death from the world's greatest writers, poets and thinkers, from Seneca to Tolstoy.

A must-read for parents, young adults, and indeed anyone close to someone whose mental wellbeing has suffered as a result of feelings of 'otherness' or alienation.

A cookbook that celebrates the versatility of vegetables from an Ottolenghi-trained chef and the restaurateur behind London's much-loved Berber&Q.

Everything you need to know about the low FODMAP diet for IBS, including a complete diet plan and 75 gut-friendly recipes

Create a garden brimming with wildlife that provides you with food every day of the year.

Handwritten is a celebration of letter-writing in all its guises

Stay inspired with your photography throughout the year with 52 educational, informative and fun projects guaranteed to make you a better and more committed photographerFeaturing 52 unique project ideas, ranging from new shooting techniques, inspirational subject ideas and practical building exercises, this book keeps the reader shooting across the twelve months of a year. The projects are accessible to anyone with a camera and a modicum of practical skill and will give the reader a reason to pick up their cameras on a regular basis. Each project is accompanied with clear illustrations and photos to guide the reader from start to finish and build towards a fantastic body of work.