Lover's Path by Kris Waldherr

$12.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

A fictional love story, The Lover's Path is inspired by the true love story of one of Venice's most famous courtesans Tullia d'Aragona. Set in Venice in the 1500s, this feminist epic is narrated by Filamena Ziani, a renowned singer and composer, a woman of independent means, and the younger sister of th e most famous courtesan of her times. In recounting the tale of a forbidden love affair of her youth, Filamena brings to life the romance and rich sensuality of a remarkable era in Venetian history. Each chapter of her tale begins with a classic love story, an allegorical device common to 16th-century literature, which the author has illustrated. The book also contains "actual" letters exchanged between Filamena and her lover, a sampling of tarot cards (Filamena has her cards read in the story), and a map. ...Show more

Kim Jong un's Little Book of Kalm

$14.99 NZD

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Do you ever feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Or find yourself so stressed you could blow a nuclear fuse?  Relax! Kim Jong-Un's Little Book of Kalm is here to help. Whether you are stuck in a traffic jam or foiled in your plans for world domination, this book gives you the ult imate tips and tricks on how to keep kool. Follow Kim's pearls of wisdom and you'll find a solution to just about anything the world can throw at you. ...Show more

I Will Always Love You: The Loves, Break-Ups and Songs That Have Made History by Marisa Morea (Illustrator)

$22.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

This vibrant book illustrates the failures and fairytales of the musical couples that came together to give us hope about everlasting love. Author Marisa Morea takes us through it all with her playful illustrations and wry storytelling style: from when Leonard Cohen met Janis Joplin in the ele vator of the Chelsea Hotel, to when Debbie Harry laid eyes on Chris Stein in a crowd in 1974, to the public fights and passionate reconciliations of Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin ... there are stories of drugs, drink, and brutal betrayal, but also of true love and old-fashioned romance. Travelling through all the feels, fixations, and heartbreaks that co-wrote the golden eras of pop and rock music, we relive the best of them with Ike and Tina Turner, Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain, John Lennon and Yoko Ono, June Carter and Johnny Cash, and so many more. ...Show more

Johanna Basford: Enchantments (Colorable Gift Tags with Metallic Cord) by Johanna Basford

$35.00 NZD

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Based on illustrations from Johanna Basford's bestselling coloring books, these 10 colorable, foil-stamped tags come with metallic string for hanging on Christmas trees, using as gift tags, or displaying as wall decor.   Beautifully designed and packaged, this bespoke set of gift tags/ornaments a re based on Johanna Basford's signature charming and whimsical inkwork. The 10 colorable gift tags have a multitude of uses and will bring magic and wonder to your walls, gifts, or holiday trimmings. ...Show more

A Guinea Pig Nutcracker by Alex Goodwin

$21.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

The universally beloved ballet about Clara and her nutcracker gets the Guinea Pig Classics treatment As the curtain rises, Clara is opening her presents under the Christmas tree. She falls in love with a present from her godfather Drosselmeyer: a wooden Nutcracker. When Clara falls asleep that night, she is swept up in a battle between the Nutcracker (who has become a handsome prince) and the terrible Mouse King. This leads to a magical trip into the realms of fantasy, a sweet-filled wonderland where the beautiful Sugarplum Fairy dances... This is the world-famous ballet, as you've never seen it before. ...Show more

This Book Is Literally Just Pictures of Cute Animals That Will Make You Feel Better by Smith Street Books Staff (Editor)

$21.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

This zoological and photographic odyssey documents the cutest, cuddliest, and silliest animals of all time, to brighten up the days of humans across the world.   As its name subtly suggests, this book features eighty pictures of excessively cute animals. That's literally it. Among other gems, you can expect some cats flaunting some fabulous wigs, sloths dangling casually, otters holding hands (an actual thing that occurs in nature) and piglets wearing little rain boots for some adorable reason. Beyond a shadow of a doubt, this book is a landmark moment in the history of photojournalism.   While turning these puppy-peppered pages, your mood will literally become one of delight and tenderness. And therein lies the powerful magic of pictures of cute animals. Just simply peering into those big eyes carries with it all the gravitas of a David Attenborough nature documentary, but without having to actually watch a documentary.   The resilience of the animal kingdom is endlessly inspiring. Cast your mind to this iconic image: a kitten dangling from a tree branch, while sagely encouraging us humans to just "hang in there." And hang in there we did--in order to own this book. This is literally exactly what our turbulent world needs right now. With its unique meow factor, this is the book that you deserve after a ruff day at work. (It should be said that, mercifully, no animal puns are included in this book.)   ...Show more

Migrations: Open hearts, open borders by Various

$22.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

As the world refugee crisis intensified, back in 2017 two teachers of Illustration at Worcester University had the idea of contacting illustrator friends around the world, asking them to draw and send an original postcard on the theme of Migration, to form an installation at the Biennale of Illustration at Bratislava, Slovakia. The response astonished them, with hundreds of cards and personal messages, forming a visually stunning show. The installation has since been mounted in South Korea and will be displayed at further places around the world, including Amnesty International's London offices in the summer of 2019. ...Show more

A Little Book About Me & My Mum by Jedda Robaard

$19.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

This is a book to fill in and share with your mum. Write, draw and store your favourite memories of you and your mum in this beautiful picture book. It is a celebration of the special relationship between mothers and children.

Hillary Rodham Clinton - Her Essential Wisdom by Carol Kelly-Gangi (Editor)

$19.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

Bibliophile: An Illustrated Miscellany for People Who Love Books by Jane Mount

$49.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

The ultimate gift for book lovers, this volume brims with literary treasures, all delightfully illustrated by beloved artist and founder of Ideal Bookshelf, Jane Mount. Book lovers, rejoice! In this love letter to all things bookish, Jane Mount brings literary people, places, and things to life through her signature and vibrant illustrations. Readers will: * Tour the world's most beautiful bookstores * Test their knowledge of the written word with quizzes * Find their next great read in lovingly curated stacks of books * Sample the most famous fictional meals * Peek inside the workspaces of their favorite authors A source of endless inspiration, literary facts and recommendations, and pure bookish joy, Bibliophileis sure to enchant book clubbers, English majors, poetry devotees, inspiring writers, and any and all who identify as bookworms. ...Show more

Pocket Bowie: Inspirational Words from a Rock Legend by Hardie Grant London Staff

$14.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books | Series: Pocket Wisdom Ser.

'I'm just a cosmic yob, I suppose.' 'I change every day. I'm not outrageous. I'm David Bowie.' 'I'm an instant star. Just add water and stir.'   Genre-hopping, gender-bending: Bowie has never been afraid to push the boundaries. Whether masquerading as an alien, a spaceman or a goblin ki ng, this rock 'n' roll hero was a true visionary. The death of the Man Who Fell to Earth shook fans around the world, but his influence lives on. Pocket Bowie Wisdomis full of insights into music, identity, fame, style, love and creativity from one of the most pioneering musicians of all time. This collection of quotes makes a perfect gift for the Bowie fan in your life. ...Show more

Pregnancy's Little Headaches: Before the Big Day! by Race Point Publishing

$22.99 NZD

Category: Gift Books

Congratulations! You are expecting a wonderful new bundle of joy to treasure and love. That's nice. Flash forward and we feel your pain. The Pregnancy's Parents Little Book of Headaches pokes gentle fun at the crazy, bumbling nine first few months of pregnancy parenthood. What you once loved (food, your husband) now smells utterly revolting. Your hands go numb. This can happen if you've suffered carpal tunnel before when your arms and fingers become swollen (you've noticed you can't remove your wedding ring anymore, right?). Leg cramps and massive morning sickness (more like all day sickness) Wake up drenched in sweat? You might be pregnant. But when you see that new baby smile, you know it was all worth it! ...Show more