Journals

Anaïs Nin's classic exploration of love and sex in 1930s Paris. The brilliant tale of Anaïs Nin's true love affair with Henry Miller, and her ambiguous, charged relationship with his wife, June. Drawn from the journals of a single momentous year in Paris, Henry and June provides a wildly lyrical account of a woman's sexual awakening and the disillusion of...

Admiral McRaven's name has become synonymous with indelible advice for changing your life through hard work and strong character. Now, for the first time, comes an inspiring collection of speeches and poems from throughout his storied career, including tributes to law enforcement officers, doctors, soldiers, the Boy Scouts, Gold Star families, graduating students, the game of football, government officials, Navy...

Use this attractive soft-touch journal to document your thoughts, keep track of habits, and organise your to-dos. With a vintage mushroom cover design, a ribbon marker, and stunning printed edges, this blank lined notebook is the perfect place to record your dreams, reflections, and everyday magic. The Mushroom Journal offers: • 208 LINED PAGES: There's plenty of space to write...

Rebecca Yarros reignited the romantasy genre with the release of Fourth Wing (2023), the first book in her Empyrean series. Centred around 20-year-old dragon-rider recruit Violet Sorrengail, the series defies traditional fantasy tropes by offering readers a female hero who is both formidable and deeply human.

Honor his legacy with the greatest gift of all—his story. The Official Hear Your Story Collection Grandfather, I Want to Hear Your Story is a special space for your grandfather to reflect on his life, offering a chance to preserve his wisdom, his humour, and his stories for generations to come. This guided journal invites him to delve into the...

Legend has it that hanging a Bird of Happiness in one's home will bring good health and fortune to all who live under its warm embrace. Artist Nadezhda Sokolova, also known as Nadya Sokolova, has taken inspiration from this classic tale of Russian folklore with this Skybird design.

Are you ready for it? Seek self-awareness with this insightful journal & coloring book inspired by the work of Taylor Swift. Are you ready for it? Seek self-awareness with this insightful journal & coloring book inspired by the work of Taylor Swift. Perfect for Swifties or anyone interested in self-discovery, The Story of You features writing prompts, coloring pages, inspiring...

The second volume of diaries from one of Britain's best-loved national treasures. After a live performance at the Hollywood Bowl, The Pythons made their last performance together in 1983 in the hugely successful Monty Python's Meaning of Life. Writing and acting in films and television then took over much of Michael Palin's life, culminating in the smash hit A Fish...

An updated edition of the perfect do-it-yourself memoir that helps you record and preserve the experiences and knowledge of a lifetime for years to come. Divided into Early, Middle, and Later Years, this keepsake volume contains 201 questions that guide you through the process of keeping memories on subjects such as family and friends, learning and education, work and responsibilities,...

This beautifully illustrated diary is back with new astrological guidance and cosmic insight to help you make the most of opportunities this year. This beautifully illustrated diary is back with new astrological guidance and cosmic insight to help you make the most of opportunities this year. Draw on the wisdom of the sky to make the most of every day....

A stunning collection of essays and memoir from twice Booker Prize winner and international bestseller Hilary Mantel, author of The Mirror and the Light. In 1987, when Hilary Mantel was first published in the London Review of Books, she wrote to the editor, Karl Miller, ‘I have no critical training whatsoever, so I am forced to be more brisk and...

An illustrated guide to the finest literary and historically important diaries from ancient times to the present day. Travel back in time and witness both everyday life and great moments in history in this fascinating compilation of diaries through the ages. Bringing together historical and literary diaries, artists' sketchbooks, explorers' journals, and scientists' notebooks, Great Diaries provides an intimate insight...

How to End a Story, Helen Garner’s third volume of diaries, is an account of a woman fighting to hold on to a marriage that is disintegrating around her. Living with a powerfully ambitious writer who is consumed by his work, and trying to find a place for her own spirit to thrive, she rails against the confines. At the...

The third instalment of diaries from the inimitable Helen Garner covers four eventful years in the life of one of Australia's most treasured writers. How to End a Story, Helen Garner's third volume of diaries, is an account of a woman fighting to hold on to a marriage that is disintegrating around her. Living with a powerfully ambitious writer who...

When Frodo Baggins left the Shire, he embarked on an adventure that would shape Middle-earth. Inspired by one of the most celebrated film series of all time, our The Lord of the Rings Collection pays homage to each of these legendary films.

Rebecca Yarros reignited the romantasy genre with the release of Fourth Wing (2023), the first book in her Empyrean series. Centered around 20-year-old dragon-rider recruit Violet Sorrengail, the series defies traditional fantasy tropes by offering readers a female hero who is both formidable and deeply human.

Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) was one of the most influential artists in the history of Western art. Reproduced here alongside his Sunflowers (1889) painting is a page from one of his letters to his brother, Theo. We are honoured to partner with the Van Gogh Museum on this special Embellished Manuscripts Collection release.

Our Viennese Fruit design features the work of celebrated Art Nouveau illustrator Anton Seder. It originates from his 1890 publication, Die Pflanze in Kunst und Gewerbe, or The Plant in Art and Trade. Seder's harmonious use of space, plethora of details, and candid depiction of natural elements drew us to this piece.

A fascinating celebration of our love for all things horticultural, with a selection of garden-related entries from diaries, letters and articles for every day of the year. Garden Voices captures the past and present of gardening with dated, daily musings organised around the calendar year bringing gardening and gardeners to life like never before. In this engaging anthology, readers are...

Discover the ultimate creative outlet with Wreck This Journal by Keri Smith, a revolutionary book designed for those who crave artistic freedom but often find themselves confined by perfectionism and fear of the blank page. This new edition of the bestselling classic features updated material, offering even more exhilarating ways to unleash your inner artist. Keri Smith, an acclaimed artist...

A collection of previously unpublished letters from America's cult icon on the art of writing. Charles Bukowski was one of our most iconoclastic, raw and riveting writers, one whose stories, poems and novels have left an enduring mark on our culture. On Writing collects Bukowski's reflections and ruminations on the craft he dedicated his life to. Piercing, unsentimental, and often...

Use this attractive soft-touch journal to document your thoughts, keep track of habits, and organise your to-dos. With a vintage fern cover design, a ribbon marker, and stunning printed edges, this blank lined notebook is the perfect place to record your dreams, reflections, and everyday magic. 208 LINED PAGES: There's plenty of space to write down your thoughts and ideas....

Your Story, Grandpa is a guided journal for grandpas that will serve as a bridge between generations, a great conversation starter, and a cherished collection of family history. Families are rich with stories, but often these go undocumented and uncelebrated. This journal empowers grandpas to capture their life experiences. Grandpas will take on the role as author to their own...

The one-and-only official planner of the Square Foot Gardening Foundation, filled with all the planning tools and data-tracking logs generations of Square Foot Gardeners have been asking for! Whether you've had a SFG for decades or you're just getting started, The Square Foot Gardening Planner allows you to record all the happenings in your SFG for three full years. Planning...

'I love her poetry, I love her ethos ... I think she's amazing' - DAVINA MCCALL A daily journal of inspiration, comfort and encouragement from the UK's No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Wild Hope, beautifully designed in four-colour throughout. The perfect way to start afresh, or a gift for someone special. Start every day with Donna Ashworth by...

This is a beautiful guided journal for anyone who shares their life with a cat - and wants to celebrate that bond. Filled with questions and reflections that will help you tell your pet's story: from the day you met, through your shared adventures, to the quiet, everyday moments that mean the most. Designed spaces to add your pet's paw...

The sell-out Moonology™ diary for 2026, packed with tools and techniques for working with this year's unique lunar energies. Yasmin Boland invites you to use the transformative energy of the Moon to make 2026 a year of powerful shifts for positive change. In the ever-changing cosmic landscape, 2026 is a year of transformation - a year unlike any other. As...

The bestselling One Line a Day series has sold over 3.5 million copies! This handsome new version of the classic journal features an eye-catching charcoal canvas cover with a bold silver edging design. More than a daily diary: For those daunted by the idea of keeping a journal or diary, the simple commitment of just One Line a Day is...

Rebecca Yarros reignited the romantasy genre with the release of Fourth Wing (2023), the first book in her Empyrean series. Centered around 20-year-old dragon-rider recruit Violet Sorrengail, the series defies traditional fantasy tropes by offering readers a female hero who is both formidable and deeply human.

Laurens van der Post shared a deep-rooted attachment to Europe, Africa and Japan, and this work is a testament to his commitment to writing and initiating cultural and political commentaries on the issues and personalities of his time. Bringing together his conversations with Jean-Marc Pottiez, A Walk with a White Bushman is brimming with ideas, insights, people and events; at...

A writer of grace and wit, quietly dealing with people, like himself, who sense that their seemly, well-respected lives are being lived upon a precipice - Sunday Times With an introduction by Jay McInerney The Letters of John Cheever offer a tantalising glimpse into the life of a writer. They include correspondence with his contemporaries, such as Philip Roth, John...

In his Spring painting (1894), Lawrence Alma-Tadema represented the Victorian custom of sending children to collect flowers on May Day. By placing the scene in ancient Rome, he suggested the festival's great antiquity through architectural details, dress, sculpture and musical instruments based on Roman originals. 1000 pieces Dimensions: 24 x 18 inches (61 x 46 cm) Quality design that is...

Learn the building blocks of drawing cityscapes – bricks, trees, roads, windows, railings, tiles – to recreate everyday scenes from your travels.With Alice’s clear step-by-step instructions, you’ll develop the skills to create memory-filled sketchbook pages, as you capture the atmosphere of any trip in your drawings.With inspiration from major cities such as Barcelona, Tokyo and Amsterdam, you can either sketch...

Give Grandma the chance to pass on her most beloved recipes! The Official Hear Your Story Collection Give Grandma the chance to pass on her most beloved recipes! Whether it's her signature fried chicken or the secret ingredient in her cookies, everyone has a favorite recipe from Grandma! Now you can tell her just how much you appreciate her (and...

20 September. Have a notion for a radio series - Awkward Conversations. Enough Said is Alan Bennett's fourth collection of diaries and prose. Covering the turbulent years 2016 to 2024, the diaries take us through lockdown, Brexit, the reign of Johnson, the rise of Trump and the death of the Queen. In between, we take the train with him back...

It is a dangerous thing to be a teenage girl.I never kept a diary, except for one year of my life. The year I turned fourteen. The year my parents divorced. The year I had sex for the first time. The year I learned to use the microfiche. In this unique follow-up to her memoir You Probably Think This Song...

Celebrate the woman who is mentor, mother, and friend-your aunt! The Official Hear Your Story Collection Celebrate the woman who is mentor, mother, and friend-your aunt! An aunt plays a special role in our lives- secret keeper, fun maker, wise advisor, and friend. After all the memories you've made together, this is your chance to get to know more of...

Journaling as Meditation: Not just for writers, but for anyone wanting to quiet their mind and connect more deeply to themselves and the world. Unlock Your Inner Creativity: The prompts in these cards are all about the process, not the product, and will get your ideas flowing. Bring Ease, Structure and Clarity to Your Life: Journal your way to calm...

Ancient spiritual practices meet modern digital art in the work of Android Jones. With colours both psychedelic and hyper-modern, and imagery combining Eastern iconography with a science fiction aesthetic, Jones is an artist who draws on old traditions and those yet to be born. This Revolution (Android Jones Collection) 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle captures the essence of his visionary style,...

Ancient spiritual practices meet modern digital art in this kaleidoscopic book cover featuring the work of Android Jones. His art invites the viewer to focus on the potential for awakening, the power of the ancient third eye, and the early reverberations of the time that lies before us. With colours at once psychedelic and hyper-modern, and imagery that combines Eastern...

Laurel Burch was a self-taught artist who created brilliantly coloured, vibrant and moving themes with paint and paper. Her celestial theme has evolved over the years in a brilliant colour palette emblazoned with shimmering details of silver and gold, including rainbow-hued fish and sprays of colourful flowers cavorting with her suns, moons and stars. This evolution is beautifully captured in...

This is a beautiful guided journal for anyone who shares their life with a dog - and wants to celebrate that bond. Filled with questions and reflections that will help you tell your pet's story: from the day you met, through your shared adventures, to the quiet, everyday moments that mean the most. Designed spaces to add your pet's paw...

Discover all the details you never knew about your mother's life with this beautiful keepsake journal filled with over 100 prompts. A Mother's Life is organised into chapters covering your mother's childhood and youth, starting a family, family traditions, reflections and wisdom, and more. Thought-provoking prompts and questions and inspirational quotes about mothers will encourage your mother to reflect and...

Record and preserve your grandmother's life story for future generations with this beautiful keepsake journal featuring over 100 prompts to guide her memories. Grandmothers are often the keepers of family stories, but chances are there's a lot about your grandma you still don't know. With A Grandmother's Life, she can share her stories, including both the main events and the...

A woman is unnerved when a sinister package arrives in the post—containing her old diary entries. Strange and gripping, this is the unmistakable work of Marlen Haushofer, mistress of sustained dread and author of the cult classic, The Wall. An Austrian housewife sits in her loft intent on her drawings of birds and insects. The loft is a retreat where...

A rollercoaster ride driven by the Palin hallmarks of humour, curiosity and a sense of adventure. Michael Palin was not the BBC's first choice for the travel series Around the World in 80 Days, but after its success, the public naturally wanted more. Palin, however, had other plans. There was his film American Friends, a role in Alan Bleasdale's award-winning...

The funny, warm and moving diaries of a man at the centre of one of the world's most influential comedy troupes. Michael Palin's diaries begin when he was newly married and struggling to make a name for himself in the world of television comedy. But Monty Python was just around the corner... The Python Years is an engaging volume that...

The Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla is the definitive record of the pioneering work of one of the modern world's most groundbreaking inventors. During the early twentieth century, Tesla blazed the trail that electrical technology followed for decades afterward. Although he pioneered inventions like alternating current (AC), radio, wireless transmission, and X-rays, and worked with innovators like George...

A practical companion to the international bestseller Dopamine Nation, for individuals, families, counsellors, teachers, and anyone who wants to go beyond the narrative and engage in practices that will reset reward pathways for a more flourishing life. In Dopamine Nation, Dr. Lembke introduced readers to her ground-breaking research that demonstrates how abundance itself is a stressor, contributing to rising rates...

A SUNDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR THE WESTMINSTER BOOK AWARDS A TABLET BOOK OF THE YEAR 'One of the best memoirs I've read in years’ — SATHNAM SANGHERA ‘Beautifully written, emotional and deeply personal, yet universal … One can't help but be moved by this story of upheaval and transformation’ — SADIQ KHAN An extraordinary family memoir from...

Letters from Gaza: A Collection by the People; Unveiling their Stories and Emotions from the Year that has been. As the year 2023 came to an end, and wistfulness filled the air with hopes for the new tidings; the whole world was left startled with the unfolding of the largest humanitarian crisis of this century. While we lamented at the...

A guided journal filled with prompts, quotes, exercises, and plenty of space to write down your dreams as you explore the signs and messages you receive each night as you sleep. "The door to your heart and to your dreams opens inward." - Louise Hay Wander through the wild dreamscape inside your mind with this journal as your trusty guide....

The inspirational, interactive companion to the #1 Sunday Times bestseller, The Light We Carry. Based on Michelle Obama's bestselling and critically acclaimed book The Light We Carry, Overcoming: A Workbook offers readers a practical toolkit for navigating life's challenges, as well as imaginative prompts and activities designed to guide readers in reflective and active practices for fortifying oneself in the...

A witty introduction to the mind of Goethe, a classic in a new translation for the first time in 150 years. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was the world's most celebrated poet, novelist, critic, and thinker, and this is the best way of knowing him. Today, his name is echoed as that of a 'great man' alongside Plato, Montaigne, and Shakespeare....

The third and final volume of the remarkable Sunday Times bestselling diaries of Sir Henry 'Chips' Channon. 'An utterly addictive glimpse of London high society and politics in the 40s and 50s.' – Robert Harris 'An instant classic . . . quite simply the greatest social and political diaries of the 20th century.' – Daily Telegraph 'Rich, exuberant, copious and...

Diary of a Young Naturalist chronicles the turning of 15-year-old Dara McAnulty’s world. From spring and through a year in his home patch in Northern Ireland, Dara spent the seasons writing. These vivid, evocative and moving diary entries about his connection to wildlife and the way he sees the world are raw in their telling. Diary of a Young Naturalist...

The first openly trans author on a Classics list, Youngman is a unique first-hand account of a historical trans man's life, which reads like a euphoric coming-of-age novel. A unique first-hand account of a historical gay trans man's whole life, which reads like a celebratory coming-of-age novel. Lou kept candid diaries from the age of 10. Through these extracts, we...

The last diary of Che Guevara, with entries going up until two days before his death—the final, blazing record of a true revolutionary. In 1967, Che Guevara left Cuba to lead the Bolivian Liberation Army. In the jungles of Bolivia, they attempted to initiate a revolution like that in Cuba, in which Che had played such a central role. The...

The most glamorous, witty and revealing writings charting the last eleven years of Warhol's life. Andy Warhol kept these diaries faithfully from November 1976 right up to his final week, in February 1987. Written at the height of his fame and success, Warhol records the fun of an Academy Awards party, nights out at Studio 54, trips between London, Paris...

An autobiographical collage of speeches, stories and essays from novelist Kurt Vonnegut. From the one-of-a-kind imagination that brought us Slaughterhouse 5 and Cat's Cradle. Kurt Vonnegut is either the funniest serious writer around or the most serious funny writer – Los Angeles Times Book Review In Palm Sunday, an autobiographical collage of speeches, stories and essays, Kurt Vonnegut writes beguilingly...

A very special book - a divine, meditative and inspiring diary of Derek Jarman's famous garden at Dungeness. Read this meditative and inspiring diary of Derek Jarman's famous garden at Dungeness, which is also a powerful account of his life as an HIV positive man in the 1980s. In 1986, Derek Jarman discovered he was HIV positive and decided to...

Create your own blueprint for creativity in the pages of this journal pulsing with the style and flavour of hip-hop's beats, rhymes, and life—designed by an award-winning music journalist, writing professor, and media coach. The classic feel of your composition notebook, upscaled to align with your luxe and literary aspirations—Get Your Mind Write is a free-flowing, hip-hop-nuanced journal with room...

This stunning hardcover journal is a bold, interactive guide to discovering and creating the truest, most beautiful lives, families and world we can imagine, based on the #1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller Untamed. "We must stop asking people for directions to places they've never been. Every life is an unprecedented experiment. We are all pioneers. I created...

Keeping On Keeping On is an illustrious addition to Alan Bennett's celebrated chronicles, capturing his diaries from 2005 to 2015. This captivating volume offers readers an intimate glimpse into the mind and work of one of Britain's most revered writers. With an uncanny ability to blend humour and poignancy, Bennett reflects on a decade rich in creativity and personal introspection....

November 1942 is an intimate history of the pivotal phase of World War Two. An intimate history of the most important month of the Second World War - perhaps the century - as experienced by those who lived through it, completely based on their diaries, letters and memoirs. At the beginning of November 1942, it looked as if the Axis...

Letters from an Astrophysicist by Neil deGrasse Tyson opens a portal into the mind of one of the most revered scientists of our time. This collection of heartfelt and insightful letters offers a profound exploration of some of the most intriguing questions about the universe. Each letter, whether addressed to students, prisoners, fellow scientists, or religious leaders, is met with...

A collection of letters from John le Carré, one of the greatest British novelists of our time, and a fabulous letter writer, spanning decades from his childhood to his final years. A Private Spy spans seven decades and chronicles not only le Carré's own life but the turbulent times to which he was witness. Beginning with his 1940s childhood, it...

The Notes by Ronald Reagan offers an intimate glimpse into the mind of one of America's most beloved presidents. This unique compilation showcases Reagan's personal reflections, favourite quotes, and cherished jokes, all meticulously preserved on a set of personal note cards he maintained throughout his life and career. Editor Douglas Brinkley, renowned for his work on the #1 New York...

For all types of storytellers, this fun, easy-to-use writer's journal is designed to help you build complex characters from a series of simple questions, with room to brainstorm 15 unique characters. Bringing a character to life is one of the greatest joys of storytelling... but where to start? It can be daunting when everything seems to hinge on a few...

The essential translation of the author's complete, uncensored diaries, revealing the idiosyncrasies and rough edges of one of the twentieth century's most influential writers. Dating from 1909 to 1923, The Diaries of Franz Kafka contains a broad array of writing, including accounts of daily events, assorted reflections and observations, literary sketches, drafts of letters, records of dreams, and unrevised texts...

French artist Claude Monet, one of the founders of the Impressionist movement, was particularly fascinated with capturing the transient beauty of nature. In a virtuoso display of flowers, this 1897 work portrays a vibrant bed of chrysanthemums from his prized garden in Giverny. This exquisite piece of art has been beautifully incorporated into the design of the 2027 Monet’s Chrysanthemums...

From the world of Bibliophile comes a brand-new journal made just for the bookiest people—book clubs! The only thing better than reading a great book is reading a great book and then talking about it with friends, over excellent snacks and drinks. For book clubbers everywhere, bestselling author and illustrator Jane Mount adds to the special joy of book club...

Organize your class notes, thoughts, and writing with this officially licensed Jurassic World™ spiral notebook. Easy and Fun Organization: This 192-page notebook is divided into six sections featuring your favourite students, making it easy to organize heroic amounts of notes. High-Quality and Flexible Construction: This spiral journal features a durable and wipe-clean plastic cover that is stain resistant and built...

A striking account of the letters and correspondence of Jane Austen, beautifully illustrated and back in publication. It has been said that Jane Austen the woman and Jane Austen the author are all of a piece, and nowhere is this more evident to the lovers of her novels than in the pages of her letters. This handsome celebration of these...

Featuring a lively contemporary work by Japanese American artist Yuko Shimizu, this Lotus River design brings a touch of whimsy to the Paperblanks collection. This illustration on our cover was originally created for a 2015 issue of a specialised investment magazine with the intent to add a touch of creativity to the mundane. The 2027 Lotus River (Living with Yuko)...

Antoni Gaudí’s use of colourful mosaics and organic forms created exceptional patterns on his sculptures all across Barcelona. We celebrate Gaudí’s vision with a reproduction of a mosaic sun on the ceiling of the Park Güell’s Hypostyle Room, alongside the abstract lines from his chimney pots at the Casa Milà building. Explore the unique design in the 2027 Gaudi’s Sun...

An interactive creative journal exclusively written and illustrated by Yungblud (global cult following 12+ mil). Wreck This Journal meets Burn After Writing and The Artist's Way from the 'voice of Gen Z'. THE INSTANT NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'To be different is to be the best f*cking thing here and you'll be celebrated for that!' Written and illustrated by global...

This shadow work journal is a transformational guide to the depths of your psyche, filled with thoughtful writing prompts, exercises, and QR code links to guided meditations to help you to accept and love yourself as you are—the shadow and the light. Embrace Your Shadow to Find Your Light invites you to embark on a transformative inner-work journey into the...

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749–1832) was the greatest poet, writer, and dramatist in German literature. Reproduced here is a handwritten dialogue between Faust and Mephistopheles from Goethe’s manuscript of Faust, Part II. On the back cover is an engraving of the two characters by German illustrator and draftsman Julius Nisle.