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Work it, Girl series by Caroline Moss and Sinem Erkas (in: Books: children & YA)
Mar 23, 2019

Work it, Girl by Caroline Moss and Sinem Erkas is a new series of biographies for aspiring future girl bosses: the first two explore the lives of media mogul, Oprah Winfrey and one of the most celebrated authors J. K. Rowling. Anne Coates 

Raising Awareness of Facial Palsy (in: News)
Mar 20, 2019

The charity Facial Palsy UK has launched a petition seeking to raise awareness of the impact of facial palsy in the United Kingdom. In its first three weeks the petition, which runs until August and is totally non-party political, has been signed by over 3,000 people the length and breadth of the UK. Could you sign too? 10,000 signatures are needed to receive a Government response.

Are You Getting Enough Sleep? (in: News)
Mar 18, 2019

Millions of Britons are cutting their lives short — and increasing their risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and dementia  — because they are not getting enough sleep, the latest research reveals. Despite the mass of evidence, a survey by Puressentiel shows Britons routinely under-estimate the risks around poor sleep. Only one in ten realises it increases the chance of developing diabetes, four out of five did not know it can contribute to heart problems and three out of four had no idea it impairs immunity. 

 

Puressentiel Restful Range for a Good Night's Sleep (in: Healthy parents)
Mar 17, 2019

Millions of Britons are cutting their lives short — and increasing their risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and dementia  — because they are not getting enough sleep, the latest research reveals. Puressentiel has a range of essences to help combat insomnia and sleep deficiency.

 

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms – Competition Winners (in: Freebies, offers & competitions)
Mar 14, 2019

We had two copies of Walt Disney Studios' The Nutcracker and the Four Realms on Blu-Ray to be won. Here are our winners. 

Heineken® 0.0 Alcohol-Free Beer (in: News)
Mar 12, 2019

There are many reasons for drinking low alcohol drinks. Heineken have just added another two: tastes good and only 69 calories per bottle, writes Anne Coates.

Dr Seuss’ The Grinch (in: CDs & DVDs)
Mar 11, 2019

From Illumination and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, The Grinch based on Dr Seuss’ beloved tale about a cynical grouch who goes on a mission to steal Christmas from others is available on 4K Ultra HD, 3D Blu-ray™, Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand from 18 March, 2019. Harriet and Anne Coates review this heart-warming story.

Fearless Mirabelle by Katie Haworth & Nila Aye (in: Books: children & YA)
Mar 8, 2019

With brilliant illustrations from Nila Aye, Katie Haworth's Fearless Mirabelle is a charming tale celebrating being different, writes Anne Coates.

London's BIG READ 2019 (in: News)
Mar 7, 2019

On World Book Day – 7 March – a Readathon is being held at LIBRARY, a private members bar in London, in keeping with the theme of female empowerment, to celebrate the start of the online voting for London's BIG READ 2019.

Aveeno® Baby (in: Products & equipment)
Mar 6, 2019

Kathryn Mayle tests Aveeno® Baby products on her baby son who suffers from dry skin and patches of eczema.

Potter's Energise Capsules and Tonic (in: Healthy parents)
Mar 5, 2019

If the winter months and a stressful life has left you feeling low on energy, try Potter's Energise available in capsules and as a liquid tonic, writes Anne Coates.

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (in: Freebies, offers & competitions)
Mar 4, 2019

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms – we have two copies to be won on Blu-Ray.