Books

The book that reminds you to breathe...

Musings from the Moon, 180 pages of prose and illustrations inspiring self-love and healing by Jenna Ramondo.

' Take a deep breath in... and lay down all that hurts you. It is time now, dear one, to put it down. To free yourself from the illusion that you need to be more to become yourself.'

' Life just flows when your heart knows that it's safe inside your chest'.

' If the universe can make the sun shine and the moon glow... trust it can do the same for you'.

' What do you want from life?  I just want to be free and to seek anything that warms my heart and gives me the feeling of falling in love'.

' There are no parts of ourselves that need to be hidden. There are no parts of ourselves that we need to be rid of. There is not a single piece of you, no matter how deep and dark and terrifying that isn't worthy of being embodied. The entirety of you is welcome'

' I started to realise that if I wanted that beauty and wonder to fall out of my fingertips then I had to feel it first... and to feel it I had to blindly hand over every fear and crippling doubt in exchange for such magic.'

' The sun has your hand, the moon has your back.'

' You don’t have to try to believe in magic. Put your hand over your heart. Can’t you feel that? If that’s not magic, I don’t know what is.'

Created by artist and author Toni Carmine Salerno, this Writing & Creativity journal is designed to be a sacred space for you to the plant seeds of your future creations; a place to collect your scattered thoughts, and express your heart's deepest desires or your greatest worries. It can be a mirror that reflects your unique brilliance and the light and essence of your soul.This deluxe soft cover journal features 220 pages of cream-coloured premium quality wood-free paper, with a combination of lined and unlined pages to accommodate all facets of your self-expression - you may like to write, doodle, paint or draw. Over 140 of the pages feature an inspirational quote or message and the journal also includes 44 full colour artwork reproductions by Toni Carmine Salerno to inspire your creative expression. The artist has also written an introduction about creativity and the importance of self-expression, as well as some suggested affirmations to guide you on your way.

THE APRICOT MEMOIRS—A FUSION OF CREATIVITY, PROSE & POETRY; BIRTHED WITHIN A SEASON OF TRAVEL & ADVENTURE—A SURRENDER FROM THE GREAT FOR THE EVEN GREATER. 

She was created to be sketched on. Accustomed to tears, sunlight fade and whisky stains, her corners— curled. Wild flowers are pressed between her textures, and with spontaneous page selections, she gifts— a fragrant, timely word. Her pilgrimage: one set of golden hands to another, giving what is needed— a word in season. She is a creation. A song to be shared. Silent breaths kept for, a quiet place. 

Open her with an open heart—her story will leave you a gift, write it down but most of all, let its sentiment provoke a real change.

“Women are beginning to speak in so many ways, but one of the most exciting moments for me personally is when they sing in the sound of poetry and creative prose. Tess Guinery’s language and form are reminiscent of R.M. Rilke and Nayyirah Waheed, and she is distinguishing herself through a voice that continuously pours contemplation in an unhurried and hopeful stream. The Apricot Memoirs as a collection is like a psaltry for the dreamer within us, and it’s hard to read these pages without feeling close to the woman herself. Guinery has taken her gaze for design and transformed the seeing eye into the eloquent pen. I’m excited for women everywhere to benefit from a writer who is like the wise older sister we all wished we had. Maybe we still do.” — Teresa Archer, Managing Editor at Darling Magazine.

Printed with LOVE by artisans of print www.morganprinting.com.au

101 moments to colour your world and brighten your life.

'Our thoughts shape our worlds,' says Meredith Gaston, author and illustrator of Tucked In, and to help you make a better world for yourself and your loved ones, she has created an inspiring book filled with ideas to help you cultivate the power of joy in your own life. Beautifully illustrated, these words provide a balm to the soul in a frantic world. Open this book at any page and you'll find an uplifting quote to give you courage and strength.

About the Author

Artist and illustrator Meredith Gaston has received international recognition for her enchanting paintings, characterised by their warm, bold colours and simplicity of form. Inspired by her travels and a fervent love of life, her work has been exhibited in major Australian galleries and is commissioned worldwide.

Every day is a journey, whether your bags are packed and you're off to see the world, or you're simply following your usual nine-to-five routine. Let artist Meredith Gaston set you on a path of wonder, joy and mindfulness with her new book, 101 Inspirations for your Journey. This collection of Meredith's favourite quotations from famous writers and thinkers will spark your sense of adventure and inspire gratefulness, curiosity and delight as you journey through life. Illustrated with Meredith's charming and whimsical drawings, this follow-up to 101 Moments of Joy and Inspiration is the perfect gift for travellers of every kind.

About the Author

Artist and illustrator Meredith Gaston has received international recognition for her enchanting paintings, characterised by their warm, bold colours and simplicity of form. Inspired by her travels and a fervent love of life, her work has been exhibited in major Australian galleries and is commissioned worldwide.

For centuries, plants have transformed interiors. Today the plant-filled home is an inspiration to every avid shelter-blog reader or expert Pinterest-board maker. Author Bree Claffey journeys into the interior worlds of fellow plant lovers to explore the enduring attraction of houseplants. From the ever-reliable peace lily and beguiling fiddle leaf fig to the elusive Chinese money plant, Indoor Green makes it obvious that even the humblest greenery can transform a home.

Houseplants encompass the art of decorative arrangement and add romance to any room. Within the pages of Indoor Green gorgeous photographs of interiors from across the globe, divided into chapters such as "Plant Music," "How to Grow Fresh Air," "Plant Portraits," and more, make the magic easy to replicate in one's own home. Interviews of indoor green enthusiasts appear alongside the images, as well as tips on caring for plants and an index of plant varieties.

More than good-looking props, plants are living, growing, joyful things rooted in community and creativity, and are easy to introduce into any home and lifestyle.

About the Authors

Bree Claffey is the owner of Mr. Kitly, an emporium of carefully curated ceramics, housewares, and indoor plants.

Lauren Bamford is a Melbourne-based lifestyle photographer. She regularly contributes to national and international publications including Vogue Living Australia, Kinfolk, and the Wall Street Journal.

Combining ancient wisdom with modern-day mindfulness, this book shows you how to polish your heart and nourish your soul with a collection of simple rituals that can be easily woven into busy modern lives. In The Inner Beauty Bible, you will learn to: Introduce accessible rituals into your life that will strengthen your connection to Inner Beauty.

Create beautiful sacred spaces using crystals, natural objects, beautiful smells and sounds.

Truly nurture yourself: from turning your bedroom into a peaceful sanctuary to a delicious rose-infused bathtime ritual.

Stay connected to your Inner Beauty in challenging times.

Tap into the deeper wisdom and healing potential of Nature.

Master simple practices to help you tune into the beauty in the everyday.

Perform rituals for different moments and needs: to boost energy, to let go, to celebrate and to manifest abundance.

About the Author

Laurey Simmons is the creator of The Colourful Dot , the online sanctuary for Inner Beauty . A professional make-up artist, her work has been published in magazines such as Elle, Vogue and Grazia. She is known for adding a deeper, spiritual dimension to the beauty process, creating sacred spaces with crystals, essential oils, meditation and ritual. Laurey has travelled far and wide, from the High Andes in Peru to the lakes and ashrams of India, seeking out inspiration, insights and practices from traditional alternative healers, spiritual teachers and sacred places around the world to include in this, her first book.

Laurey's husband Louis has brought to this book his insights as a therapist, coach, former Headspace consultant and meditation teacher. He has spent most of his working life helping people in need and studying meditation and spiritual practices as a path to enriching other people's lives.

Ferns are back in the bathroom, cacti are sitting on plant stands and hoyas are cascading from hangers. Indoor plants are the ultimate indoor accessory. Softening interiors and readily available, they are a stylist’s best friend.

However, it’s their power to transform a sterile space into an urban sanctuary that makes them more than just an inanimate prop – all you need to know is how to use them.

From the founders of coveted plant-wares studio,Ivy Muse, comes this charming guide on how to turn your home into a jungle-like retreat. With design-savvy tips and expert advice, you’ll learn all there is to know about decorating with plants and botanical styling plus the necessities like light requirements and when to water and feed. From bathroom to boudoir to every room in between, create your very own green oasis with Plant Style.

About the Authors

As well as being one of the co-founders of botanical wares studio, Ivy Muse, Alana Langan is also a stylist and writer. She regularly collaborates with some of Australia’s leading interiors brands such as TAIT and Cultiver and her work has been published in Elle Decoration UK, Vogue Living, Inside Out and House & Garden.

A passionate supporter of local artists, Jacqui Vidal is the founder of the limited edition print gallery Signed & Numbered and co-founder of botanical wares studio, Ivy Muse.

Ellie Bullen's hugely popular blog Elsa's Wholesome Life is a veritable explosion of colour, sunshine, coastal living and delicious plant-based recipes. Her first cookbook features more than 100 of her go-to dishes, from nutritious granolas and powerhouse smoothies to flavour-packed salads and soups, hearty curries and burgers, and drop-dead delicious sweets.

A qualified dietitian and nutritionist, Ellie explains everything you need to know about adopting a plant-based diet, including how to:

• get enough iron, vitamin B12 and calcium
• achieve the right balance of carbs, proteins and good fats
• shop smarter and get more organised in the kitchen
• enjoy a lifestyle that is better for you and the environment

Ellie's food is fresh, flavoursome, nutrient-dense and - above all - fun. If you ever needed a reason to eat less from a box and more from the earth, this is it!

About the Author

Ellie Bullen is a qualified dietitian and nutritionist with a passion for plant-based eating. She is the creator of the hugely popular food and lifestyle blog Elsa's Wholesome Life. Originally from Lennox Head in northern New South Wales, Ellie now divides her time between Australia and Bali, Indonesia.

"Live every moment"

The PERFECT gift for any young girl. With spaces to write down throughts, aspirations, drawings and quotes amongst others, this journal is beautifully put together- a great keepsake. 

A girl with a love for off-the-beaten-path destinations, fashion maven Andi Eaton found herself putting aside the Lonely Planet and Cond Nast Traveler guides and, instead, looking to bohemians and artists for travel and style inspiration: What do the flower children wear on their excur sions? Where are the creatives' favorite vintage shops? And where do the musicians go late-night dancing after the last encore? The dreamer in her wanted more than what a standard travel guide could offer, so she decided to create her own.

Wanderful is a stylish lookbook and travelogue for the adven turous and nomadic at heart. Follow in Andi's footsteps as she travels the United States to discover some of its most effort lessly chic destinations--and the fashionable free spirits and wanderers who live there. Nine intimate and exciting road trip routes explore cities, forests, and in between, and will make you feel like you're traipsing the country with your best, and best-dressed, girlfriends by your side. Every route features a peek into the closets of area tastemakers, and many routes lead to favorite trendy destinations, including Joshua Tree, New Orleans, Marfa, and Santa Fe. Throughout, there are photos, stories, and recommendations for where to shop, dine, and find music and fun, just like a local.

Perfect for anyone with a wandering spirit, Wanderful will make you want to pack a cute bag, throw on your best outfit, and hit the road for a stylish adventure.