Auckland Council Libraries: Start your year right

Start your year right

Ease into the New Year with these selected titles to boost your mood and lift your spirits. Start a new hobby or project, or just enjoy some ‘me’ time.


The laughing cure

Brian King

Book

Very few doctors have the ability to heal the way that King does; his method is cheap, easy, and chemical-free. Even fun! This wonderful, transformative, and provocative read shows how and why laughter saves our lives.

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Make your bed

William H. (William Harry) McRaven

Book

Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments.

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Lagom

Lola Akinmade-Akerström

Book

Full of insights and beautiful photographs, taken by Lola herself, this authentic book will help you make small, simple changes to your everyday life so you can have a more balanced way of living filled with contentment.

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You are not a rock

Mark (Author and mental health advocate)...

Book

A prescriptive and positive guide, illustrated with line drawings, making the case that mental well-being, like physical health, can be strengthened over time and with specific techniques.

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Now is your chance

Niyc Pidgeon

Book

In this book, Niyc Pidgeon offers the missing piece of the puzzle to help you stop chasing your joy and finally start feeling it! Inspiring, motivating and practical, this program shows you how to create a life filled with authentic and lasting joy.

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Visual guide to art quilting

Book

For anyone inspired to make art quilts, this visual reference will help you gain the practical tools and inspiration you need to translate your ideas to fabric.

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The art of napkin folding

Book

Whether it's a relaxed family lunch or a formal wedding table, The Art of Napkin Folding is full of inspiring suggestions for beautifully styled napkins.

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Fabric blooms

Megan Hunt

Book

These 42 floral projects include a simple stemmed marigold, a cascade of silk poppies, an embroidered bouquet for a lucky bride, roses entwined in a summer headband, a dapper little boutonnière and a velvet succulent wreath to adorn a door.

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The art of the tea towel

Marnie Fogg

Book

A beautifully illustrated book on the wonderful domestic art of the tea towel, celebrating the best designs past and present. This book will be appreciated by those interested in homeware and textile design.

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Hot glue hacks and crafts

Angie Holden

Book

From holiday crafts using scented and 3D objects constructed with hot glue, you'll be amazed at how versatile a simple stick of glue can be. Including step-by-step instructions for over 50 fun crafts, this book has something for everyone.

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The lazy girl's guide to living a beautiful life

Matilda Rice

Book

'The Bachelor' winner Matilda Rice shares her down-to-earth approach to health and happiness in this book. She includes her favourite recipes and some great exercises and workouts you can do easily at home plus advice on skincare, beauty and fashion.

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Pretty happy

Kate Hudson

Book

For Kate Hudson, the key to living healthfully is simplicity and positivity. The book includes lots of real-world ideas for eating better, making exercise enjoyable and for clearing the mind to leave space for positive thinking.

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Beyond soap

Sandy Skotnicki

Book

In this surprising and remarkably practical book, Dr. Skotnicki reveals the harmful effects of modern skincare habits and provides a step-by-step guide to preserve the microbiome, fight aging and develop beautiful, problem-free skin.

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Amazinger face

Zoe Foster

Book

Sometimes a lady just needs to know the most flattering lipstick for her skin tone, or how to correctly use sunscreen, or a very quick hairstyle to conceal her unwashed hair. All the answers are here, in this top-to-toe beauty extravaganza.

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Eat for beauty

Fiona Waring

Book

Using photographs that point out each food's value and benefits, this book explains how certain ingredients enhance your beauty at any age. Revolutionize your beauty routine by using healing foods that make a visible difference.

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