Collection: Adult Non Fiction

In ancient times, the vast area that stretches across what is now modern-day Iraq and Syria saw the rise and fall of epic civilizations who built the foundations of our world today. It was in this region, which we call Mesopotamia, that history was written down for the very first time. With start...

The captivating story behind the iconic Blue Poles - the painter, the process, the patronage, the politics and the national scandal. In 1973, Blue Poles, the iconic painting by America's great abstract expressionist Jackson Pollock, was acquired by the Australian government for 1.4 million. This ...

"Whether you've made the switch to a vegan diet or are just considering the change, cheese can be the breaking point that keeps you from breaking up. It's everywhere, and let's face it, it's delicious. Thank goodness there's Bailey Ruskus, aka Chef Bai, to hold your hand and show you that creatin...

The brioche knit stitch makes a beautifully squishy, reversible ribbed fabric which is extremely popular but can also look quite intimidating. This guide holds your hand through all the brioche basics including the tools and materials to use, which yarns to choose and the importance of colour. It...

The essential guide to the popular, beginner-friendly graphic design platform Canva For Dummies is a beautiful full-color reference, covering everything you need to create dazzling visual materials in Canva Free and Pro versions.

Learn how seated exercise can help you lead a happy, healthy and active life. All you need is somewhere to sit. If you find movement a challenge, have reduced mobility or are recovering from injury, seated movement is an enjoyable and beneficial alternative to more demanding workouts. Chair Pilat...

This is a previously classified story of one group of scientific researchers-men and women-who exposed themselves to extraordinary risks to make D-Day a success. On the beaches of Normandy in France two summers before D-Day on June 6 1944, the Allies attempted an all but forgotten invasion. Of th...

"Coding for Beginners in easy steps, 3rd edition is ideal for the newcomer to coding computer programs, including youngsters needing to learn programming basics for the school curriculum. Instructs readers how to write code to create their own computer programs. It contains separate chapters demo...

Forget the latest gadgets, the humble freezer is the unsung hero of every home kitchen! In Cook Ahead, Justine Schofield shows you how to make the most of yours, saving time and money in the process. Justine covers everything you need to know about freezing, from organisation, storage and labelli...

Learn how to create a sound, profitable business plan that will take your business to the next level Whether you're starting a new business or you're looking to revitalise your strategy, Creating a Business Plan For Dummies covers everything you need to know. This step-by-step guide shows you how...