Rachael Smith

A gorgeously photographed gift book all about cats and the beautiful interiors of their homes. The latest book from acclaimed interiors photographer Rachael Smith is a stunning exploration of some of the quirkiest and most beautiful English homes – and the cats that rule them. Whenever Rachael is commissioned to photograph an interior, her first question is always ’Is there a cat?’, and if the answer is yes, the follow-up comes, ‘Can I photograph that too?’ Here, are the results of several years spent capturing some of the country’s best interiors and, perhaps more importantly, the cats who call them home. Meet Silkypaws who loves to lounge in his family's eclectic home, Mittens who is a bit of a celebrity and – given her house is as glamorous as she is – has even graced the pages of high-end interior design magazines and Coco Chanel who likes nothing better than watching the world go by from the comfort of her perfect pink kitchen! Each image captures a unique moment, be it heartwarming, sweet, funny, or slightly annoying, showing exactly what it’s like to share your home with one of the planet’s most beloved pets. Alongside these original photographs are biographies of the cats, heartwarming anecdotes and gently humorous stories describing their distinctive quirks and offering a glimpse into the special bond between cat and owner. This is a beautifully designed book that will appeal to cat lovers and interior design lovers alike.

Snippets - 52 Weeks of Diary Comics teaches the basics of writing and drawing comic strips in a diary format that provides a record of your year, your growth as an artist and storyteller, and a place to experiment and explore your creativity. For artists and non-artists alike, each week a new prompt will inspire users with suggestions of stories they can tell, or tips they can try. Extremely accessible and undemanding, the diary is designed for only one panel a day to be drawn, making it easy to fit into your life while at the same time allowing the use to establish a new hobby and skill. At the end of the week, the user has a completed comic strip to share with others, use as the basis for a bigger, longer story, or simply a private record of their life and growth as an artist.

The highly-anticipated third installment of Rachael Smith's award-winning auto-bio comics'Rachael Smith's trademark bittersweet, funny and very personal comics make for the perfect chronicle of the weird times we've been living through. They are funny and sad and relatable and wise.' Chris Addison, comedian and director of Veep'It's no wonder people respond strongly to Rachael's work. Brave is a term people like to bandy around about personal comics, but it's appropriate sometimes. The real wonder of her work is the easy comic touch.' Kate Beaton, author of Hark! A VagrantAt age ten, Rachael Smith was going to group meetings to help her handle her dad's alcoholism. After his death, trying to manage her grief, she found herself with her own problematic relationship with alcohol.From the award-winning author of Quarantine Comix, Wired Up Wrong and Stand in Your Power, this is another extremely honest and relatable auto-bio comic shining a light on the realities of mental health with humour, warmth and insight. Rufus the cat (recent star of a New Yorker cartoon) and Barky, the giant black dog inside her head, are returning characters fans of Rachael Smith will be heartened to be reunited with.

'I love [Rachael's] comics - human, humane, funny and always surprising.' Chris Addison, comedian and director of VeepAfter going through a breakup and attempting to get on with her new, single life, award-winning comic-creator and author of Quarantine Comix, Rachael Smith, found solace in documenting her experiences through comic strips.Stand in Your Power, which follows on from where Wired Up Wrong left off, takes on the universal yet highly personal topics of loneliness, friendship, depression, love, figuring out who you are and moving on, among many others.Always extremely relatable, this collection, which was previously shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print award, has Rachael's trademark warmth, honesty and humour.

It’s 2005, and Sienna is really not looking forward to flying back into her hometown to say goodbye to one of the people she called family. Though that feels like a lifetime ago. It’s 1999. And Sienna is looking forward to what is shaping up to be the perfect summer in her perfect life. She has a job working in the local video game store, Game Champ, with her four best friends, and that was how it was going to be forever... Until Jason Silver, the money-hungry landlord threatens to shut the store down. The kids must work together to save it, but with Art’s huge crush on Sienna, Jo’s crippling self-doubt, Sid’s obsession with his band, and Hope’s mysterious living situation getting in the way...how likely are they to succeed? British Comic Award-nominated writer Rachael Smith (The Rabbit) and debut graphic novel artist Katherine Lobo share their tale about looking back at your rose-colored life and finding the family that you thought you lost.

A new graphic memoir, from the award-winning author of Quarantine Comix.Hoping to better understand her own brain, award-winning comic-creator Rachael Smith set about documenting her experiences and struggles with anxiety and depression through comic strips.The resulting book, Wired Up Wrong, is both educating and entertaining, holding a mirror up to all the flattering and unflattering aspects of mental health.Featuring Rufus the cat, Barky, a giant black dog who lives inside her head, and two tiny, imaginary game-show hosts, Comedy Women in Print-shortlisted Rachael Smith's work is at times light-hearted, others heart-breaking, but always brave and honest.

- Shopping online is convenient, but shopping in person offers something more: beauty, interest and good design. Just like this book Walking through the streets of London provides a glorious miscellany of history and design, past shops that have stood for centuries and those that popped up just last week. This book is a visual celebration of the capital's most interesting stores: a vibrant compendium filled with original photography and fascinating write-ups. It explores the artistry behind each fa ade's unique signage, delves into the sites' past lives and includes personal stories of ingenuity, community and resilience from London's shopkeepers. For shops are no longer just somewhere we buy things - you can do that online, these days - but places to connect with others, browse creative objects and gather inspiration.

'Funny and sad and relatable and wise - Rachael Smith's Quarantine Comix are like the hug from a friend you didn't know you needed.' Chris Addison 'In a period where every day seemed the same, Rachael found a way to make every day different. A tiny, comforting light of understanding, humour and hope in a dark time.' Kieron Gillen, author and creator of The Wicked + The DivineAn award-winning graphic memoir of lockdown life, Quarantine Comix is a funny, tender, heartfelt and insightful look at isolation.Written and drawn every day during the 2020 lockdown and shared online with #QuarantineComix, 2020 Comedy Women in Print-shortlisted Rachael Smith's delightful comics helped people who were isolated all over the world to feel connected.At times laugh-out-loud funny, at others bitter-sweet, philosophical or downright silly, this collection of 200 drawings tells the story of one woman overcoming loneliness and self-doubt with exquisite, wry humour and raw honesty.During a time when many feel anxious and apart from loved ones, Quarantine Comix offers relief in shared experiences.Praise for Stand in Your Power, shortlisted for the 2020 Comedy Women in Print prize:'Funny, fierce, poignant and reaches the lonely inside us all' Helen Lederer'Rachael uses humour to address her mental health and she does that successfully.' Jen Brister, author of The Other Mother'The tone is self-deprecating - she takes a sad situation and creates an invitation to laugh at it.' Hannah Berry, UK Comics Laureate 2019-21'The execution is one to admire' Janet Ellis'An important subject turned into pages of visual pathos' Nicola Streeton, LDComic

Help kids ages 3 to 5 learn to write their numbersThis top choice in tracing books for preschool and kindergarten kids is bursting with opportunities to trace both numerals and number names, from 0 to 20. Fun activities help reinforce what kids are learning and allow them to practice their pen control.The My First Number Tracing Workbook is perfect for kid's summer activities and makes an ideal preschool summer workbook as little ones prepare to start school.Go beyond other tracing books for kids with: Room to practice--Discover lots of space for kids to trace their numerals and number names.Ways to play--Make it a joy to learn with a variety of activities, like path following, mazes, and more.Colorful designs--Keep kids engaged with pages featuring adorable and brightly colored images.This standout among tracing books for kids ages 3-5 is the ideal primer for getting your little one started with numbers.

From Alligator to Zebra--a trace-to-write alphabet book for kids ages 3 to 5.Set your preschooler up for reading and writing success with this book of kids' summer activities that let them trace letters and words while building motor skills and having fun It's the perfect preschool summer workbook to engage your little one in learning My First Alphabet Tracing Workbook is full of animal-themed tracing and coloring exercises, plus lots of space for your 3 to 5-year-old to practice. Whether they're just getting started or practicing existing skills, this unique alphabet tracing workbook can build a strong foundation for a lifetime of learning. Your child will start by exploring simple puzzles to practice deliberate movement, then move to trace individual capital and lowercase letters before stringing them together into words. When they need a break, there are plenty of adorable animals to color in this beautifully designed alphabet tracing workbook. An alphabet zoo--Discover an animal picture to color next to each letter, helping your little one associate the alphabet with familiar sounds and words.Build coordination--This comprehensive alphabet tracing workbook helps your child develop motor skills with activities that focus on following straight lines, curves, and zigzags.Put it all together--Invite your child to exercise their new knowledge by tracing short words that help improve their reading and writing skills.Help your little one learn letters and practice pen control the fun way with this fun and educational summer learning workbook.

Explore the wonderful world of wild cats―an encyclopedia for kids ages 7 to 10Did you know that wild cats can be found on every continent except Antarctica? That's right―there's a whole world of wild cats to discover in this standout among animal facts books for kids The Big Book of Wild Cats is packed with life-like illustrations, colorful photos, and fascinating facts about wild cats.Everything animal facts books for kids should be, this book has in-depth information about all 37 species of wild cats. Discover details about each one's appearance, habitat, social structure, hunting habits, and how they raise their young. Whether you're writing a school report or just want to learn about wild cats, you'll have a roaring good time with The Big Book of Wild Cats.All animal facts books for kids should include: Cats by continent―Unlike other animal facts books for kids, this one has illustrated maps showing which wild cats live on each continent around the globe.Endangered cats―Find out ways you can do your part to help endangered wild cats like tigers and snow leopards.Helpful definitions―Discover an easy-to-understand glossary for some of the more advanced words in this exciting choice among animal facts books for kids.Bring the excitement of wild cats into your own home (safely ) with facts and pictures you won't find in other animal facts books for kids. The Big Book of Wild Cats has it all

Color animals and learn the alphabet for kids ages 3 to 5 It's easy to learn letters when each one stands for the name of an adorable animal This preschool coloring book is packed with charming, age-appropriate alphabet illustrations accompanied by fun animal facts. Two full pages for each letter give kids time to absorb new knowledge while playing with color, lines, and shapes. The oversized pictures in this animal coloring book are easy for little fingers to decorate with big, colorful strokes. A is for Animals Preschool Coloring Book includes: An alphabet to color--Filling in each patterned letter helps reinforce the ABCs. One letter, one animal--From A to Z, every letter in this preschool coloring book has an illustration of a familiar (or unusual ) creature. Fascinating facts--Did you know every dog's nose print is unique? Go beyond other coloring books for kids with fun facts that bring the drawings to life in their imagination. Help little animal lovers learn the alphabet, and have fun, with this delightful preschool coloring book.

Eleanor and her younger sister Kathy have run away from school, from home and from all of their troubles. When Kathy accidentally injures a rabbit, they bring it along with them. But this is no ordinary rabbit. And as they get farther and farther away from home, the rabbit gets bigger and more menacing -- until they have to make a choice about facing their past and their fears or giving in to them. A graphic novel exploration of how running away from your problems doesn't leave them behind you.