Meik Wiking founded the world's first Happiness Research Institute in 2013, in Copenhagen, Denmark and is a New York Times and Sunday Times Bestselling author. Meik has been called The Indiana Jones of Smiles and probably the World's Happiest Man by The Times. He is the author of four globally bestselling books which have sold over 2 million copies worldwide: The Little Book of Hygge, The Little Book of Lykke, The Art of Making Memories and My Hygge Home.

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Sue Meikle has always been obsessed with picture books, and after working as an Early Years Specialist for over 25 years, she has read stories to children from Stockport to South Africa. In schools, in early years centres, while on forest school adventures... Sue has even read stories on a travelling play bus! So, perhaps it was always in the stars for Sue to not just read books, but write them, too! When she's not reading or writing stories, Sue can be found walking her dog or chauffeuring her teenagers around the Greater Manchester area (because that’s where they live… in a home that they made from a derelict barn!)

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David Meikle is a TV scriptwriter and Sunday Times bestselling author. He has written and co-written seven books, including the autobiographies of Charlie Richardson and Bobby Cummines.

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Les McKeown

Real-world leadership is very different from all that the media would have us believe. Forget the dashing hero, true leadership is typically understated. It’s the myriad small things that make the big things possible. And we can all do it. 
 
In Do Lead, Les McKeown draws on his decades as CEO and senior advisor to demolish the myths around modern-day leadership – and provide new tools for the job. You’ll discover that effective leadership is goal- not people-oriented. It’s about the person with the right skills stepping forward. Find out: 
 <ul><li>Your natural leadership style</li><li>The essential toolkit and mindset</li><li>How to improve group dynamics and foster inclusivity</li><li>Strategies for dealing with setbacks and failures</li></ul> 
With scenarios from a range of industries, simple exercises and proven leadership techniques, Do Lead is an empowering guide to becoming a confident, respected and inspiring leader no matter what your position. 
 
'When Les writes, I read. Don't be deceived by this book's diminutive size - it's like a rich, chunk of leadership fudge that you never want to end. This eye-opening, challenging, and encouraging book may be small, but it packs a big punch.' 
Steve McKee, Businessweek.com columnist and author 
 
'If you don't think of yourself as a leader - think again. Les McKeown shows you how to be a great one. This is a must read for anyone who leads (or wants to lead) a company, team or group.' 
JJ Ramberg, Host of MSNBC's Your Business 
 
'A thoroughly refreshing take on what real leadership is all about. It is not about heroics or headlines, it is about achieving real results in the here and now. It's short, to the point, and not to be missed.' 
Rita Gunther McGrath, Professor and author 
 
©2014 Les McKeown (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Lead

Share your vision. Inspire others. Achieve the impossible

Scaling up is something most founders aspire to, especially once the tricky start-up phase has been navigated. It can increase your reach and futureproof your business. But how do you 'scale'? And how does it differ from 'flipping' for a quick profit or slower organic growth? 
 
Les McKeown advises industry leaders on how to achieve scalable, sustainable growth. In Do Scale, he draws from his decades of experience to provide a clear understanding of what's involved, and the strategies needed to take your business (or not-for-profit) to the next level. You'll find out: 
 
· What if means to scale - and if now is the right time 
· Why founders need to 'get out of their own way' 
· How to develop winning teams 
· Your secret weapon for decision making 
 
With practical advice and clear guidance, Do Scale is an essential manual for anyone looking to grow a successful and sustainable organisation - and turn it into something truly remarkable.

Do Scale

A Road Map to Growing a Remarkable Company

Robert Poynton

Every day we deal with the unplanned and the unexpected, from a broken toaster to losing (or gaining) a major client. Our natural ability to improvise gets us through. But we feel as if we’re winging it, rather than acting with courage and conviction. 
 
Robert Poynton teaches his acclaimed method to some of the world’s biggest brands and companies. Now, he shows us how these improvisational skills can be applied to the everyday business of work and life – helping us to navigate daily obstacles and reminding us how the unplanned and the unexpected can be a source of wonder and delight. 
 
Do Improvise will help you to: 
 <ul><li>Become more productive without trying harder</li><li>Overcome creative blocks and generate new ideas</li><li>Respond fluidly to circumstances beyond your control</li><li>Realise that you don’t have to know everything</li></ul> 
Not sure what to do next? Improvise. 
 
'Improv skills can transform a person's experience of everyday life, and this delightful book by the reliably brilliant Rob Poynton will show you how.' 
John-Paul Flintoff, author 
 
'A handbook for spontaneous and creative living, from a brilliant practitioner who lives by his own words.' 
Adam Morgan, founding partner, eatbigfish 
 
‘Robert’s book is insanely relevant as we seek to make sense of our lives and our work practices... I love the book.’ 
Chris Pirie, founder, The Learning Futures Group 
 
© Robert Poynton 2025 (P) Do Books Audio 2025

Do Improvise

Less push. More pause. Better results. A new approach to work (and life)

Alan Moore

So much passes us by, unnoticed. We multi-task, switch between screens, work faster. When was the last time you paused to consider a beautifully-made object or stunning natural landscape? Yet this is when our spirits lift and our soul is restored. 
 
Designer Alan Moore invites us to rethink not only what we produce - whether it's a website, a handmade chair, or a business - but how and why. With examples from Apple, Yeo Valley and Blitz Motorcycles, we are encouraged to ask: Is it useful and considered? Is it a thing of beauty? 
 
Do Design will inspire you to:<ul><li>Improve your creative process</li><li>Raise the quality and craft of your work</li><li>Consider the experience as much as the product</li><li>Adopt simplicity, utility and honesty as guiding principles</li></ul> 
We are creative beings. We love to make things. This book will inspire you to create better things for better reasons. Things that people will love - for a long time to come. Some say beauty is a luxury. But what if it is key to creating a better world for us all? 
 
'An excellent guide to the essence of beauty - the freedom to create it and an argument for its power and importance to the soul.' 
Tim Smit, The Eden Project 
 
'A handbook for mindful making and conscientious consumption.' 
CRAFTS Magazine 
 
'Alan Moore's book on beauty links the history of that which has been simply made, to that which has been extraordinarily made. The difference is that which is engineered, to what is crafted, to what is designed.' 
John Maeda, Automattic 
 
'What is described in this book is not just an approach to design, it's a way of life.' 
Karen Hodkinson, formerly ID magazine 
 
'Your book gave me real clarity and a forceful nudge to just make things and see where it takes me. What a book!' 
Jono Smart, contemporary potter 
 
'I think you’ll like this.’ Suzanne Santos, co-founder Aesop 
 
©2016 Alan Moore (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Design

Why beauty is key to everything

Bobette Buster

Today’s world wants to know you and the real story behind why you do what you do. 
Whether you have a product to sell, a company mission to share or an audience to entertain, people are far more likely to engage and connect if you deliver a well-crafted story with an emotional core. 
 
Bobette Buster is a lecturer and story consultant to major studios including Pixar, Disney and Sony Animation. In Do Story she teaches the art of telling powerful and engaging stories. Through profiles of activists, leaders and visionaries, she shares a variety of styles and narrative techniques to demonstrate: 
 <ul><li>The 10 principles of storytelling</li><li>How to source, structure and shape your story</li><li>The power of the 'gleaming detail'</li><li>Why an emotional connection is key</li></ul> 
With practical tips and exercises, you will soon discover how to take your own storytelling from good... to great. So, what’s your story? 
 
'Bobette is a truly fantastic teacher, a mainstay in the USC Peter Stark Program where she has made such a tremendous impact on students. No one understands story better than her.' 
Larry Turman, Director, USC Peter Stark Program and Producer of The Graduate 
 
©2013 Bobette Buster (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Story

How to tell your story so the world listens

James Sills

Nothing beats singing with other people, whether at a stadium concert, a big sports event, or in a choir. It’s a powerful, uplifting and joyful expression of our humanity. But singing together is much more than that. 
 
James Sills is a vocal leader on a mission to get more people singing. It supports our mental, physical and emotional health; and when we sing with others, we form deep connections with ourselves, the people around us, and the present moment. 
 
Do Sing is a guide to help reawaken a love of singing. In this book, you will: 
 <ul><li>Learn simple exercises to improve breathing, posture and pitch</li><li>Understand what might be holding you back</li><li>Get started with a few familiar songs</li><li>Compile the soundtrack to your life so far</li></ul> 
Music is powerful and singing is cathartic. So, in the words of Bob Marley, let’s get together and feel alright. 
 
'An open door to the joyous world of singing.'­ Cerys Matthews 
 
'The choral leader who knows all about power of raising our voices together.’ The Today Show, NBC 
 
'For Sills, group singing ticks all the boxes of the NHS's five recommended steps to wellbeing: social connection, being active, learning new skills, giving to others and mindfulness.’ Telegraph 
 
'Sills makes a passionate case for the importance of lifelong singing to improve wellbeing, bring us closer to our local communities and lift us up body and spirit.’ Making Music 
 
'A poignant reminder of the holistic benefits of singing in a choir in an age of solitude'. BBC Music Magazine 
 
©2019 James Sills (P)2019 Do Books Audio

Do Sing: Reclaim your voice. Find your singing tribe

David Hieatt

How do you grow your business when you don't have a marketing budget? 
How do you stand out in a busy world? 
And what if the answer is right in front of you? 
 
'For me, the newsletter is the most important tool I have in building a global denim brand. Second only to the sewing machine.' 
 
So writes entrepreneur David Hieatt who has based his entire marketing strategy around a simple email newsletter. And it's worked. His company has grown into a creative global jeans business with a fiercely loyal community. 
 
Now, David shares his insight, strategy and methodology so you can do the same. In Do Open you will discover:<ul><li>Why giving is your secret to success</li><li>How to get people's attention when time is your biggest competitor</li><li>Why creating beats sharing How a small team can win</li></ul> 
Build community. Build your brand. Build long-term growth. Discover why the humble newsletter is pure and utter gold. 
 
'Don't be fooled by its pocket-sized appearance, this book is full of transformative tools from entrepreneur and founder of Howies and Hiut Denim, David Hieatt. Packs in some great advice for business-minded folk! ' 
Nathan @ngngdesign 
 
'Big admirer of David Hieatt...Now he shares how a newsletter can have a great impact on your business. Couldn't agree more. Full of practical, helpful tips. ' 
Tina Roth Eisenberg 
 
©2017 David Hieatt (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Open

How a simple email newsletter can transform your business (and it can)

Gavin Strange

Do Work You Love. Sounds simple, doesn't it? But the reality can be quite different. Whether you're just starting out or simply ready to head in a new direction, you're going to need some help turning your natural skills into success-seeking missiles of radness. 
 
On hand is Gavin Strange, a creative working by night under the name of JamFactory and, by day, at Aardman Animations - the Academy Award-winning studio behind Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep. 
 
With advice, encouragement and a reminder that life's too short to not pursue your passion, whatever your age or position - from school leaver or graduate just starting out to CEO ready to head in a new direction, Do Fly will inspire you to: 
 <ul><li>Change your perspective and revamp your mindset</li><li>Develop creative side projects Stay optimistic and resilient</li><li>Discover skills and passions you never knew you had!</li></ul> 
Do Fly is your all-in-one guide, ticket and passport to a new destination. Are you ready for take off? 
 
'A unique formula for self-motivation, staying passionate, and striking that often elusive balance between paying the bills and enjoying life to the creative max. A gem of a book' 
Inky Goodness 
 
'A light-hearted and hilarious guide packed full of lessons on how to discover your passion, turn it into something that supports you and dedicate 100% of your time to doing what you love. A frank, hip hop lyric-peppered self help book for people who don't read self help books.' 
HUCK magazine 
 
©2016 Gavin Strange (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Fly

Find your way. Make a living. Be your best self.

The most important brands in the world make us feel something. They do that because they have something they want to change. And as customers, we want to be part of that change. These companies have a reason to exist over and above making a profit: They have a Purpose. 
 
Yes, we love the product they make. But the thing we love most about them is the change they are making. 
 
Purpose is an incredibly powerful thing. It provides the strength to fight the impossible. It tells your story, it builds your teams and it defines your culture. 
 
In Do Purpose, David Hieatt offers insights on how to build one of these purpose-driven companies. You know, those rare brands we all fall in love with. The crazy ones that don't just make something, but change something as well. 
 
'David Hieatt is the man who proved to a world full of shallow brands the benefits of having a real purpose. There is no greater expert on the matter.' 
Richard Reed, co-founder Innocent Drinks 
 
'A wonderful book that reveals one of the secrets of business: do something you love and you'll never have to work another day in your life.' 
Michael Acton Smith, Calm 
 
'This book helped me change the way the world drinks. Its purpose is to be read, re-read, and then you take the world by storm.' Ben Branson, founder, Seedlip 
 
‘A powerful guide that serves as a compass for those navigating the world of purpose-driven brands. The pages provoke, the words inspire, the formula makes it real.’ Sophie Bambuck, Chief Marketing Officer, The North Face 
 
©2014 David Hieatt (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Purpose

Why brands with a purpose do better and matter more

Tamsin Omond

We know there's a climate emergency but what does that mean we should do? What does a 'better future' look like and how do we get there? 
 
Having spent over a decade on the frontlines of climate activism - organising, campaigning, and holding the powerful to account - Tamsin Omond discovered first-hand that this crisis is too big for one group of activists to solve. It needs everyone. 
 
 Do Earth is about collective action and community engagement. It's about healing our relationships with nature, each other and ourselves; and feeling inspired about what the next phase of human evolution might be. With practical guidance and gentle encouragement, Do Earth provides a blueprint for reimagining the world and reviving our beautiful planet. 
 
"Totally brilliant. It's not just a handbook for activism but also a way to live." - Ed O'Brien, Radiohead 
 
"If you read one book on climate change this year, make it this one." ­- Jack Harries, co-founder, Earthrise Studio 
 
"A powerful guide to becoming active from one of the country's most respected and creative campaigners." - Caroline Lucas MP 
 
"Beautifully written... A testament of the mind and a song of the heart." - Christiana Figueres, Former UN Climate Change Executive Secretary and architect of the Paris Agreement

Do Earth – Healing Strategies for Humankind

Michael Townsend Williams

When you get the right balance in life you can do amazing things: create, perform, lead a team, build a great company, raise a family. But so often the scales tip and we feel overwhelmed and stressed. 
 
Michael Townsend Williams, an adman turned yoga and breathwork teacher, is an advocate of 'welldoing' - leading a busy and productive life, but not at the expense of our health and wellbeing. And key to this? Our breath. 
 
The crucial link between mind and body, our breath reflects what we're dealing with at any given moment. It tells us when we're out of our depth. 
 
With simple breathing exercises and elements from yoga, meditation and mindfulness, Do Breathe will help you to: 
 
· Reduce stress and increase productivity 
· Improve focus and work flow 
· Cultivate new good habits and sleep better 
· Build courage and resilience 
 
Even the smallest changes to our breathing can have a profound effect. Why not breathe yourself better? 
 
'Great little book about something we do 600 million times in our life but rarely think about.' 
Michael Acton Smith 
 
'Perfect for anyone looking to learn how to breathe better, find peace and understand the basics of mindfulness. I, for one, could read this book on a monthly basis.' 
Lynchpin Media 
 
©2015 Michael Townsend Williams (P)2017 Do Books Audio

Do Breathe

Calm your mind. Find focus. Get stuff done.

Mark Shayler

Getting our voices heard can be a nerve-wracking and overwhelming task - particularly in a world where everyone seems to have something to say. The ability to present our ideas with confidence is now a coveted skill. Yet on stage, we become this other person: less funny, less engaging, less human. 
 
Mark Shayler draws on his own experience - from nervous speaker to charismatic compere - to guide you through the task of public speaking. He takes a deeper look at what's holding you back, and will help you to: 
 
- Find your voice and the confidence to share it 
- Learn how to tell stories, not just share data 
- Stand and move around the stage comfortably 
- Leave the audience informed, entertained and uplifted 
 
Giving a brilliant talk is not about following a method. It's not about rules. It's about understanding what you want the audience to think, feel and do afterwards. Ultimately, it's about being more you. 
 
'Now more than ever, the world needs us to share the stories of who we are, and how we came to be. This book shows us how.' Joan Iyiola 
 
'A soulful, timely resource. With a thoughtfully human-centric and humorous approach, Mark pairs practical, tactical guidance for hot to develop and articulate ideas, with anecdotes and real-world examples to inspire you along the way. Beyond presenting at your best, this book will (re)connect you to the core of who you are.' Holley M. Kholi-Murchison, Partner, HOLI. Brands 
 
©2023 Mark Shayler (P)2023 Do Books Audio

Do Present – How to give a talk and be heard

Richard Hoare

Andrew Gummer

**Winner, Business Book Awards - Short Business Book 2023** 
 
We negotiate constantly. In work, and in life. As we try to secure the best deal for ourselves or our clients, it can feel like a tug of war – without the fun. Yet what if the process was more collaborative, and led to a successful long-term partnership? 
 
In Do Deal, music lawyers Richard Hoare and Andrew Gummer share their refreshing approach to negotiation. Not only has it led to major record deals and enduring creative relationships, but also a reputation for getting the deal done without leaving both parties bruised and battered. Now, they will help you to: 
<ul><li>Identify your natural negotiating style</li><li>Develop strategies to deal with difficult situations (and people)</li><li>Build trust and negotiate more collaboratively</li><li>Think creatively to enrich deal terms</li></ul> 
With case studies from Glastonbury Festival and films such as True Grit, this is an essential read before any negotiation. Very soon you'll be approaching the bargaining table with new skills and greater confidence, regardless of the cards you're holding. Deal? 
 
©2024 Richard Hoare (P)2024 Do Books Audio

Do Deal – Negotiate better. Find hidden value. Enrich relationships

Why is it that we seem astonished, even grateful, when someone really hears us? When they lean in and give us their time and attention. How has this basic act become such a rare commodity? Has the one-way street of social media 'broadcasting' really marked the end of conversation and listening? 
 
Do Listen is about rediscovering the lost art of listening. How to form deeper connections, generate moments of wonder, and achieve breakthroughs after a stand-off or stalemate. 
 
Yes, listening can take time. And it can be uncomfortable. Yet it is a skill that can be cultivated and mastered. It can also be a strategy. And sometimes, it will be the most important thing you ever do. 
 
What if we each took five minutes a day to actively listen? 
 
How might our world change? 
 
‘Listening is recognised as a sought-after skill in the workplace linked with strong leadership, clear communication and better ability to problem-solve. Do Listen focuses on practical ways we can reacquaint ourselves with deep and conscious listening.’ Sheer Luxe 
 
‘The art of clever communication is essential to workplace success. Bobette Buster shares secrets to owning any room.’ Marie Claire 
 
©2018 Bobette Buster (P)2018 Do Books Audio

Do Listen

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