*What people are saying about LADS!*

‘The antithesis of Andrew Tate’ – Guardian

‘This book is the mate that backs you up and gives you the confidence to speak up for what’s right, building the foundations for healthy, respectful relationships’ – The Scotsman

‘If I could give this book 10 stars out of 5 I would do it in an instant. It is a well written, important and much needed handbook on how to be a good guy’ – B Humphrey, Netgalley Reviewer

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Have you ever been in a situation where there’s a loud guy making dodgy comments, cracking jokes that only he thinks are funny or leering at the girls in the room? You can feel the tension, right? That Guy is the worst, but no one is saying anything, because the whole situation is intimidating and awkward.

This toolkit will help you call out bad behaviour and understand the serious issues facing girls today. And it will make you feel confident navigating relationships, so that everyone feels happy, heard and respected, while being the best version of yourself.

From flirting disasters and what staying in the friend zone really means to the perils of porn, ‘locker room talk’ and the importance of consent, this is a vital handbook for lads who are fed up of That Guy, and who want to step up and help create positive change.

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‘The kind of book that tells you the things you need to hear as a teenage boy, but you’d rather not have to ask your mum or dad about, and in a way that feels chatty and not patronising. It’s easy to dip in and out of the sections too. After reading it, I felt more confident about speaking up with my male friends when I heard them saying things that weren’t right, and I hope I would be a better friend to my friends who are girls’ – Sydney, aged 14

Recommended for ages 13 and over.

NHS GP and This Morning’s resident doctor, Dr. Zoe Williams, is here to explain everything girls need to know about puberty – plus lots more.

Growing up is exciting, but it can also be a strange and confusing time. This book will help you can ride your rollercoaster more smoothly!

We’ll cover the usual things such as periods and body changes, but also equip you with the knowledge you need to flourish and thrive in today’s world, from self-care and recognising healthy relationships to talking about your mental health with confidence.

Packed with easy-to-understand information, myth-busting advice and fun illustrations, this is the ultimate growing-up guide for girls aged 9+ who want to feel empowered, informed and positive about becoming the very best version of themselves.

Content includes:
– Looking after your body, from healthy eating and hygiene to body confidence and exercise
– Mental health awareness, self-care and hobbies
– Managing relationships, from family and friends to crushes
– A sensitive, age-appropriate introduction to sex, consent and privacy
– Navigating the online world, including social media, bullying and cyber safety
– Case studies of amazing and inspiring women

‘Informative and empowering, perfect for my daughter Betsy, and all girls growing up in today’s world’ – Denise van Outen

A modern and inclusive guide to help every child understand their journey from childhood to being a grown-up.

Growing up is a natural part of life, and every child deserves to understand the different ways their body may change as they grow older. While puberty happens to everyone, every child’s journey from childhood to being a grown-up will be as unique as they are!

In this honest, accessible illustrated guide to puberty, young readers can find out exactly what may happen as they grow from being a child to becoming a grown-up. From getting taller and discovering hair growing in new places to developing breasts, experiencing periods or having wet dreams, this book provides the perfect stepping stone for every caregiver to have an open conversation about what it really means for a child to be growing up.

Working closely with a leading national LGBT organisation as well as a biology specialist and an equality, diversity and inclusivity consultant, Growing Up covers everything from biological sex and gender identity to physical changes and emotional development, including sections on friendships and emotional health, creating and respecting boundaries and online safety.

Written in friendly and accessible language that can be shared with a child or read independently, Growing Up also includes a further reading section and glossary to answer more complex questions, as well as signposting where young readers can find help from trusted sources outside of the home or school environment.

You were my first. Not just sex, although that was part of it, but the first to look past everything else into me. Some of the names and places have been changed, but the story is true.

Claudine Henry was not supposed to spend her summer on this remote island off the coast of Georgia.

She was supposed to be on a road trip with her best friend, spending every last minute together before they go to college.

But after her father makes a shock announcement, she is exiled with her shaken mother, with no phone service and no one she knows. She is completely cut off.

Until she meets Jeremiah. Free spirited, mysterious and beautiful, their chemistry is immediate and irresistible.

They both know that whatever they have can only last the summer, but maybe one summer is enough…

Dr Christian Jessen tells it like it is, in this upfront and unashamed companion to growing up.

Coming to the rescue of parents, boys and girls, Dr Christian is ready to answer all their questions about adolescence, sexuality and puberty.

In his assured, no-nonsense fashion, he allays the fears and uncertainties of growing youngsters (and helps parents find answers) about puberty, sex, personal and emotional health and body image.

Addressing all those cringey questions parents squirm at answering, Dr Christian’s sensible, light-hearted advice guides boys and girls on the path to be coming healthy, happy adults.

Covering issues such as:

• puberty,
• diet / exercise
• sex / sexuality,
• self-esteem / body image,
• personal health
• emotional health  
• mental health
• bullying / cyberbulling
• gender equality

Full-colour with informative graphics through-out.  

Aimed at both boys and girls for a more inclusive look at adolescent issues.  

• Written by the presenter of TV shows  The Ugly Face of Beauty, the  BAFTA  award-winning  Embarrassing Bodies  and Dr Christian Will See You Now.