Publishers: Octopus Books

About this publisher’s catalog

This catalog offers a diverse mix of practical guides and creative inspiration, blending hands-on manuals with reflective and artistic explorations. Readers can expect a range of titles that support personal growth, skill development, and leisurely pursuits, often with a focus on lifestyle and craft. Navigating this collection benefits from attention to subject clusters and activity types.

What you’ll often find

  • Step-by-step manuals for hobbies and crafts, such as gardening, painting, and card games
  • Practical advice on managing stress, personal wellbeing, and mindful living
  • Explorations of beverages, including detailed guides on coffee, cocktails, and spirits
  • Creative activity books that combine art techniques with interactive elements like coloring
  • Reflective nonfiction focused on lifestyle changes, sobriety, and meaningful daily practices
  • Reference-style handbooks offering comprehensive collections of tips and tricks
  • Works that blend cultural insights with personal growth themes

How to browse this shelf

  • Start by selecting topics that match your interests, such as crafts, beverages, or self-care
  • Look for activity-based books if you prefer hands-on engagement or skill-building
  • Try exploring reflective or inspirational titles for a more contemplative reading experience
  • Use thematic clusters like “personal growth” or “creative arts” to narrow your search
  • Focus on nonfiction formats that range from practical guides to illustrated manuals
  • Consider books that combine cultural perspectives with lifestyle advice for broader context
  • Distinguish between instructional and narrative-driven works to suit your reading mood

Good fit if you like

  • Clear, accessible guidance for developing new hobbies or improving everyday skills
  • A blend of practical information and thoughtful reflection on wellbeing and lifestyle
  • Books that combine visual creativity with interactive elements
  • Explorations of cultural traditions through the lens of personal meaning and practice
  • Structured collections of tips and techniques for both beginners and enthusiasts
  • Reading that supports mindful living and intentional self-improvement

Generated from the books currently available in this catalog.

  • The Secret Garden ; A Little Princess ; Little Lord Fauntleroy — Frances Hodgson Burnett

    The Secret Garden ; A Little Princess ; Little Lord Fauntleroy — Frances Hodgson Burnett

  • Love is a Kitten A Cat-Tastic Celebration of the World s Cutest Kittens — Charlie Ellis

    Love is a Kitten A Cat-Tastic Celebration of the World s Cutest Kittens — Charlie Ellis

  • When Cats Turn Bad — Kitty Litter

    When Cats Turn Bad — Kitty Litter

  • Things to Do Now That You’re Single Again — Eva Gizowska

    Things to Do Now That You’re Single Again — Eva Gizowska

  • The Little Book of Spiritual Bliss — Ashley Davis Bush

    The Little Book of Spiritual Bliss — Ashley Davis Bush

  • Front Cover Great Book Jackets and Cover Design — Alan Powers

    Front Cover Great Book Jackets and Cover Design — Alan Powers

  • A Field Guide in Colour to Insects — Jiri Zahradnik

    A Field Guide in Colour to Insects — Jiri Zahradnik

  • You’re Not Old, You’re Vintage — Summersdale

    You’re Not Old, You’re Vintage — Summersdale

  • Great Gluten-free Baking Over 80 delicious cakes & bars — Louise Blair

    Great Gluten-free Baking Over 80 delicious cakes & bars — Louise Blair

  • African Brew Ha Ha A Motorcycle Quest from Lancashire to Cape Town — Alan Whelan

    African Brew Ha Ha A Motorcycle Quest from Lancashire to Cape Town — Alan Whelan

  • Mindfulness for Cats — Sam Hart

    Mindfulness for Cats — Sam Hart

  • Dirty Rotten Pirates — Moira Butterfield

    Dirty Rotten Pirates — Moira Butterfield

  • Breakfast is Served — Mitchell Beazley

    Breakfast is Served — Mitchell Beazley

  • 200 More Slow Cooker Recipes — Sara Lewis

    200 More Slow Cooker Recipes — Sara Lewis

  • Shout! The True Story of the Beatles — Philip Norman

    Shout! The True Story of the Beatles — Philip Norman

  • Step By Step — The Australian Women’s Weekly

    Step By Step — The Australian Women’s Weekly

  • Cox, Cookies, and Cake — Eric Lanlard

    Cox, Cookies, and Cake — Eric Lanlard

  • The Photography Ideas Book Inspiration and tips taken from over 80 photos — Lorna Yabsley

    The Photography Ideas Book Inspiration and tips taken from over 80 photos — Lorna Yabsley

  • Driving Test Tips — Andrew Adams

    Driving Test Tips — Andrew Adams

  • Terence Conran: My Life in Design — Terence Conran

    Terence Conran: My Life in Design — Terence Conran