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All homes need regular maintenance, and not knowing how to deal with these situations yourself means that it can all quickly become stressful - and very costly. But it doesn't have to be this way. All you need is this easy-to-understand, actionable manual, and you will be able to quickly and effortlessly get through that list of tasks - even if you have zero experience! And it’s going to be more gratifying than you could ever imagine. And saving all the money you would have otherwise spent on getting someone else to fix it doesn’t hurt, either.

An updated edition of an underground classic This is the 4th edition of a self-published book that no respectable publisher would touch with a ten-foot shovel. The 1st edition was published in 1994 with a print run of 600 copies, which the author expected to watch decompose in his garage for the...

Embark on a verdant journey of cultivating your own slice of paradise—discover the secret to successful greenhouse gardening, even if you’re a complete novice! A greenhouse offers a controlled environment for plants to grow, protecting them from harsh weather conditions and pests. Plus, it allows you to extend your growing season and experiment with different plant varieties.

Eve has a problem with clutter. Too much stuff and too easily acquired, it confronts her in every corner and on every surface in her house. When she pledges to tackle the worst offender, her horror of a “Hell Room,” she anticipates finally being able to throw away all of the unnecessary...

Off Grid Living Ultimate Survival Bible is a collection of four books that are focused on aiding you to thrive away from the grid. The practical tips gained from the combination of the following four books will help you live self sufficiently off grid. Each book is bursting with effectively simple tips to prepare you for the move from an overly populated city/suburban life to the tranquillity of a fulfilled life away from the grid.

What would the city of the future look like if we tried to build a better life from the ground up? And would anyone want to live there? Here, Des Fitzgerald takes us on an urgent, unforgettable journey into the future of urban life, from shimmering edifices in the Arizona desert to forest-bathing in Japan, and from rats in mazes to neuroscientific studies of the effects of our surroundings. Along the way, he reveals the deep-lying and often problematic roots of today's green city movement, and offers an argument for celebrating our cities as they are.

A gentle, hands-on resource offering mental health-sensitive, disability-informed advice for those who do not have the privilege, bandwidth, or access to keep their home—and life—in a perfectly-ordered state. When we see people in desperate situations, we are quick to sympathize but also...

London, 1940. A woman lies dead in a bombed-out house. It looks like she's another tragic casualty of the Blitz, until police pathologist Aleck Northcote proves she was strangled and placed at the scene. But Northcote himself has something to hide. And when his past catches up with him, he, too, is murdered. Tewkesbury, 2020. Beneath the vast stone arches of Tewkesbury Abbey, a man has been fatally stabbed. He is Roddy March, an investigative journalist for a podcast series uncovering miscarriages of justice. 

In the spirit of The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning and The Joy of Less, experience the benefits of buying less and sharing more with this accessible 7-step guide to decluttering, saving money, and creating community from the creators of the Buy Nothing Project. In their island community...

Marie Kondo, la experta en orden japonesa, te ayudará a acomodar tus espacios de una vez por todas con su sencillo método KonMari. La clave para mantener el orden exitosamente está en acomodar los objetos de tu casa, habitación, apartamento, estudio u oficina en forma correcta, manteniendo solo lo que realmente amas y limpiándolo todo a la vez.

Written by Mark Friedman, a long-time expat and founder of the Bangkok-based immigration firm Baan Thai Immigration Solutions, Make Thailand Home gives you an insightful and practical roadmap to building a life you love in the Kingdom.

Having done it all - having been an anxious clutter-bug herself, studied why we have stuff (headline: we're humans, it's normal) and set up a business to help people declutter - Emma Gleeson understands how you feel. Stuff Happens is her guide to sorting out your relationship with your stuff and finding the right way for you to declutter.  

Imagine your children six months after you're gone, standing in your attic surrounded by decades of possessions, making impossible decisions about items whose stories died with you. This is the reality for millions of families every year—not because parents didn't care, but because they postponed one uncomfortable conversation. Discover the Swedish secret to living lighter, leaving love, and transforming your final gift from burden to blessing.

We’ve been told that a vegetarian diet can feed the hungry, honor the animals, and save the planet. Lierre Keith believed in that plant-based diet and spent twenty years as a vegan. But in The Vegetarian Myth, she argues that we’ve been led astray - not by our longings for a just and sustainable world, but by our ignorance. e truth is that agriculture is a relentless assault against the planet, and more of the same won’t save us. In service to annual grains, humans have devastated prairies and forests, driven countless species extinct, altered the climate, and destroyed the topsoil - the basis of life itself....

Unlock the secrets of nature’s pantry and become a master forager, without ever leaving your urban haven! Have you ever looked curiously at the greenery around you and wondered if they're edible treasures waiting to be discovered? Does the complexity of plant identification make the endeavor of foraging feel overwhelming? Do you wish you could turn foraging into a rewarding, urban adventure but feel hindered by safety concerns and lack of guidance? This feeling is common among budding foragers, but fear not – you're not alone on this journey!

Are you ready to embrace a clutter-free life and leave behind a legacy of organization and peace? Swedish Death Cleaning for Adults is your ultimate guide to simplifying your space, preserving memories, and ensuring your loved ones are not burdened with unnecessary belongings. This insightful book goes beyond traditional decluttering methods, introducing you to the unique Swedish practice of döstädning—a thoughtful approach to organizing your home and digital life with purpose.

What if the greatest gift you could leave your family was clarity? The Gentle Art of Legacy Planning for Women Over 50 is a warm, practical guide to getting your life admin in order with dignity, simplicity, and a calm, step-by-step method. If estate planning has been sitting on your "I'll deal with it later" list, this audiobook offers a gentle way forward. No complicated lingo, and no pressure to do everything at once. Just clear, manageable steps to help you feel in control again.

In Declutter Your Home: A Step-By-Step Guide to Organize Every Room, Maximize Space, Increase Productivity, Reduce Stress, and Fall In Love With Your Home Again, you'll find the ultimate blueprint to transform chaos into clarity—one room at a time.

Step inside the world of Martha Stewart and discover her timeless approach to living well. The Martha Way: Essential Principles for Mastering Home and Living is a thoughtfully crafted guide to the foundational principles that shape a well-kept, inspired life. With her signature clarity and...

Amazon best-selling author Allyson Hodge presents the remarkable findings of the impact of minimalism on our mental health and how to incorporate it into our daily lives. Based on her expertise of over 15 years of working with clients as well as her personal experience of transformation from a sufferer of anxiety and panic attacks to a perfectly healthy and satisfied individual, Allyson answers the question: How can minimalism impact our mental health?