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Summersdale Publishers Ltd (often simply Summersdale) is an English independent publishing firm of non-fiction. The company is based in Chichester, West Sussex. Founded in 1990 by Stewart Ferris and Alastair Williams, it has since published over 800 titles, and has an output of around 90 books per year. Publishing philosophy To seek out potential trade bestsellers in the following genres: travel literature, humour, self help, and general non fiction. Authors David Baboulene Bidisha Edward Enfield Caro Feely Stewart Ferris Peter Kerr Imogen Lloyd Webber Anna Nicholas Geoff Thompson Reza Pakravan Other media activities Audiobooks E-books References External links Summersdale Media website . Discover the Summersdale Publishers popular books. Find the top 100 most popular Summersdale Publishers books.

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  • To My Significant Otter synopsis, comments

    To My Significant Otter

    Summersdale Publishers

    You’re just my PUP of teaI WHALEY love youYou’re one in a CHAMELEONShow your partner how much you love them with this cute illustrated book, packed with punderful phrases and dream...

  • Dog Mindfulness synopsis, comments

    Dog Mindfulness

    Sam Hart

    Repeat this mantra to yourself whenever you’re feeling anxious: "I flow from a place of grace."Peace. Gratitude. Concentration. Stillness. Serenity. Composure. Focus.Whether they’r...

  • Son of Serge Bastarde synopsis, comments

    Son of Serge Bastarde

    John Dummer

    "We sat and stared balefully at the walnut buffet. A rich customer had complained it was ‘making strange noises in the night.’ It was around midnight and we strained our ears to he...

  • Fred Basset Yearbook 2017 synopsis, comments

    Fred Basset Yearbook 2017

    Alex Graham

    Fred's wry observations delight fans young and old...' DOGS TODAYThe nation’s favourite canny cartoon canine is here again with another bumper collection of his most chucklesome st...

  • Driving Test Tips synopsis, comments

    Driving Test Tips

    Andrew Adams

    Don't let preparing for your driving test drive you up the wall! With tips from instructors and new drivers for both before and during the test, this little book is jampacked with ...

  • Inspiration for Every Day synopsis, comments

    Inspiration for Every Day

    Summersdale Publishers

    Whatever dream you’re working toward, a few wise words can help make the challenge easier. This uplifting little book is packed with inspiring quotations and&#x...

  • The Cat Zodiac synopsis, comments

    The Cat Zodiac

    Maggy Greymalkin

    Long have humans looked to the stars for guidance in their lives, but what about the destiny of their cats?On the surface, cats may seem to care about very little other than findin...

  • Fred Basset Yearbook 2016 synopsis, comments

    Fred Basset Yearbook 2016

    Alex Graham

    Fred's wry observations delight fans young and old...' DOGS TODAYHe's a fourpawed national treasure and he's back for more hijinks and canine capers in a new selection of his witti...

  • Calm AF synopsis, comments

    Calm AF

    Sam Baxter

    Easy ways for feelgood daysLife sucks sometimes. It does. But it’s possible to make it suck a lot less. If you find yourself weighed down by stress, anxiety or burnout, this guideb...

  • Top Tips for Brides synopsis, comments

    Top Tips for Brides

    Verity Davidson

    The question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the celebrations have begun! What's next? Just the wedding. Top Tips for Brides presents ingenious ideas for the any b...

  • Top Tips for Grooms synopsis, comments

    Top Tips for Grooms

    James Harrison

    The question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the celebrations have begun! What's next? Just the wedding. Top Tips for Grooms presents ingenious ideas for the any g...

  • Resilience for Every Day synopsis, comments

    Resilience for Every Day

    Summersdale Publishers

    Life isn’t always a stroll in the sunshine, but there are ways of weathering the storms. This pocketsized book of heartening quotations and simple but effective tips will help you ...

  • The Concise Dictionary of Scottish Quotations synopsis, comments

    The Concise Dictionary of Scottish Quotations

    Betty Kirkpatrick

    A concise but comprehensive collection of famous Scottish quotes.

  • 365 Ways to Be Happy synopsis, comments

    365 Ways to Be Happy

    Summersdale Publishers

    Do you want to be a joyful, more positive you? Tap into your inner optimist every day with this uplifting collection of motivating tips, moodboosting activities, wise words and aff...

  • 365 Ways to Go Wild synopsis, comments

    365 Ways to Go Wild

    Sam Lacey

    Dream. Explore. Discover.Take a leaf out of nature’s book and unleash your wild side with this essential guide. Packed with hundreds of exciting outdoor ideas and activities, from ...

  • She Believed She Could So She Did synopsis, comments

    She Believed She Could So She Did

    Sam Lacey

    Selfbelief is the key to your greatness. Packed with useful tips, positive affirmations and bitesized biographies on women who rock, this book is a celebration of female strength a...

  • Motivational Quotes for Students synopsis, comments

    Motivational Quotes for Students

    Summersdale Publishers

    Whether you’re a fresher or about to take your finals, feed your mind with this collection of motivational quotes from the world’s greatest writers, thinkers and intellectuals. Thi...

  • Pier Review synopsis, comments

    Pier Review

    Jon Bounds

    Fiftyfive piers. Two weeks. One eccentric road trip.Before the seaside of their youth disappears forever, two friends from the landlocked Midlands embark on a peculiar journey to s...

  • The Little Instruction Book for Retirement synopsis, comments

    The Little Instruction Book for Retirement

    Kate Freeman

    Ah, retirement – we wait all our lives to be free from the world of work, only to then wonder what on earth we do when we get there. But never fear: this indispensable handbook is ...

  • The Little Instruction Book for Grandparents synopsis, comments

    The Little Instruction Book for Grandparents

    Kate Freeman

    So you’re a grandparent! One of the most magical roles you’ll ever have – but also one of the messiest. But never fear: this indispensable handbook is here to guide you through the...

  • Wild Nights synopsis, comments

    Wild Nights

    Phoebe Smith

    It’s not until we push ourselves past our perceived limits, till we feel so cold and so tired that we feel we can’t go on any further, that we discover what we are truly capable of...

  • Cat Yoga synopsis, comments

    Cat Yoga

    Sam Hart

    Err, I think you mean Downward CatHow can you tell whether your cat is purrfecting its Sphinx pose or just being, well, a cat? You may think your cat is just a naturally bendy weir...

  • You Are Stronger Than You Think synopsis, comments

    You Are Stronger Than You Think

    Summersdale Publishers

    Own who you are. Own what you do. And own your life story.Stand tall, stay strong and don’t let anything come between you and your dreams.This little book, packed with positive sta...

  • Say No to Social Media synopsis, comments

    Say No to Social Media

    Chloe Ramsden

    Are you familiar with FOMO? Do you often fall prey to the mindless scroll? Is the pressure of likes, follows and notifications getting you down? Although social media is a big part...

  • Narrowboat Nomads synopsis, comments

    Narrowboat Nomads

    Steve Haywood

    ‘We were aware of a dreamlike quality to our trip. There was something farfetched about it, something out of this world.’Austerity might be getting everyone else down, but Steve i...

  • You Grow Girl synopsis, comments

    You Grow Girl

    Summersdale Publishers

    Oh, how she blossoms Good things happen when you live life in full bloom. This little book of empowering quotes and statements is here to inspire you to stand tall and flourish as...

  • You Make Me Proud synopsis, comments

    You Make Me Proud

    Summersdale Publishers

    We all know someone who’s strong and resourceful, who never gives up and meets every challenge with their head held high. This little book celebrates your loved one for being the r...

  • Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining synopsis, comments

    Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining

    Summersdale Publishers

    Keep hope in your heart, whatever the weatherThere’s magic in making the best out of a bad situation, no matter what life throws your way. This little book of consoling quotes and ...

  • Man Down synopsis, comments

    Man Down

    Charlie Hoare

    “A great book on how men, how all of us, can connect through vulnerability and grow together.” Russell BrandHow often do you put on a ‘coping’ front, when in reality you’re trouble...

  • Drinking Games and How to Handle the Hangover synopsis, comments

    Drinking Games and How to Handle the Hangover

    Riley King

    Awesome games for the big night… and vital advice for the morning afterLet the games begin and the good times roll! This compact collection of drinking games from around the globe ...

  • Spain to Norway on a Bike Called Reggie synopsis, comments

    Spain to Norway on a Bike Called Reggie

    Andrew P. Sykes

    Meet Andrew: French teacher, writer and longdistance cyclist.Now, meet Reggie, his bike.With two European cycling adventures already under his belt, Andrew was ready for a new chal...

  • You Do You synopsis, comments

    You Do You

    Summersdale Publishers

    No one is better at being you than you.That’s right, the oftenimitated, never bettered, wonderful you! These inspirational quotes and uplifting mantras will remind you that you don...

  • Positivity for Every Day synopsis, comments

    Positivity for Every Day

    Summersdale Publishers

    Sometimes a positive outlook is all we need to help us see the sun behind the clouds. With inspiring quotations and simple tips, this little book will show you how to look on the b...

  • Happiness for Every Day synopsis, comments

    Happiness for Every Day

    Summersdale Publishers

    When the trials and troubles of daily life get in the way, pick up this joyful little book. Packed with inspiring quotations and simple, easytofollow tips, it will help you unwind,...

  • Beauty Hacks synopsis, comments

    Beauty Hacks

    Aggie Robertson

    Do you wake up in the morning and think, ‘I wish there was a quicker way to put on my makeup?’ Do you find yourself getting so frustrated at nail varnish smudges that you’ve given...

  • Less is More synopsis, comments

    Less is More

    Robin James

    Discover the art of finding more through having less: more time, more calm, more energy, more money, more you.Filled with practical tips and ideas, this book will guide you toward ...

  • Fred Basset Yearbook 2015 synopsis, comments

    Fred Basset Yearbook 2015

    Alex Graham

    Everyone’s favourite hound is up to more canine capers in another annual collection from the Daily Mail’s popular Fred Basset strip.

  • The Teardrop Island synopsis, comments

    The Teardrop Island

    Cherry Briggs

    "Mr Fernando led me into a dark room that was lined with bookcases and smelled of leather and damp. The polished, concrete floor of the library was covered with white jasmine flowe...

  • Chat Room Wind-Ups synopsis, comments

    Chat Room Wind-Ups

    Stuart McLean

    At any point in time there are six million people watching football, eight million having sex, 87 million watching TV and a staggering 112 million talking via online chat rooms. An...

  • Ned Speak synopsis, comments

    Ned Speak

    Lee Bok

    It’s a guide to Scottish Chav talk, ya mento muppet!Bawbagnouna. Ned term for a smb. Derogatory name for an annoying or stupid personTypical usage: Aaaaaaghhhh!!! You kicked me in ...

  • Set Free synopsis, comments

    Set Free

    Emma Slade

    ‘The man with the gun pushed me down onto the carpet. I tried to cower to make my body curl smaller, instinctively covering my head.‘Oh God, please don’t kill me.’ My words clung t...

  • Spooky Jokes synopsis, comments

    Spooky Jokes

    Robin Graves

    What’s invisible and smells like zombies? Zombie farts!This creepy collection of ghoulish gags and haunting howlers will have the whole family cackling in no time – guaranteed to t...