The Little Book of Aperitifs offers 50 recipes for everything from the perfect Gin and Tonic, classic Martini, effervescent Bellini, refreshing Spritz, to the beloved Negroni - all made with panache and minimal ingredients, and illustrated with gorgeous colour photos. A well-made drink before dinner is the height of sophistication and the perfect way to start an evening with friends. Whether you're a gin lover or a Campari queen, these little glassfuls of nectar will get your taste buds geared up for a night to remember. There's also a chapter of non-alcoholic aperitifs to whet your whistle. With fascinating facts about your favourite tipples, as well as easy step-by-step instructions, it's time to relax, get comfortable and enjoy The Little Book of Aperitifs.

"Personal Magic" offers tools by which to live your life with power, resilience, hopefulness and - ultimately - with joy. Over 20 Personal Magic activities in writing, art and music, help you to attain your goals, while open spaces in the book assist you with literally creating your personal magic book. Bringing together the body, mind and spirit in a practical, conversational manner, "Personal Magic" opens you to the fun and power of your creativity. Through simple, effective concepts and hands-on activities, Personal Magic provides a framework to access and enhance your skills and knowledge. Author Kate Hawkes inspires each person to discover her own path, calling or passion. "When the reader steps into that place, she is empowered in the best sense of the word. Magic is something you can only practice by doing. Everyone has his or her own expression of magic in the world. You will only experience your true power and joy when you find and live that uniquely you magic. If we are to not just survive but thrive in the years ahead, we will all need to be aware of and have the courage to manifest our Personal Magic in the world." Whether you are currently experiencing health or other personal difficulties or are looking for skills with which to cope with the challenges we all face in these times of upheaval, this book will assist you in uncovering your own Personal Magic. Engaging with this book will facilitate you to fulfill your greatest potential - to be a powerful, kind, resilient and confident individual with unique magic to share with the world.