Spanish Gardens
Monty Don & Derry Moore
‘Spain is full of fascinating and beautiful gardens. It is a huge country, over twice the size of the UK, yet with around two thirds of the British population. This is made more dramatic by the relative emptiness of much of the interior. Of course, ‘empty’ is a loaded word, because not only do people live there but it is also rich in wildlife of all kinds, as well as some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe.’ Monty Don
Based upon the detailed records of his travels, and accompanied by Derry Moore’s stunning photography, Spanish Gardens is a remarkable and personal journey through one of the most popular destinations on earth.
Published in the UK by BBC Books to coincide with the television series of the same
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Dr Chintal’s Kitchen
Quick, easy, healthy meals the whole family will love
Dr Chintal Patel
This book is so much more than just a cookbook: it is a guide to family-friendly cooking and nutrition, written by a doctor who understands the real-life challenges of working parents.
As well as running an enormously popular Instagram account – Dr Chintal’s Kitchen, with over 130,000 followers, Dr Chintal Patel is the mother of two boys and an NHS GP with over twenty years of clinical experience in the heart of London.
We are thrilled to have been able to help bring Chintal’s first book to fruition, and feel sure it will be a huge success!
To be published July 2024 by Palazzo Editions....
Chatsworth
The gardens and the people who made them
Alan Titchmarsh
Often chosen as Britain’s favourite country house, Chatsworth is a magnificent Grade I listed property set in the Derbyshire dales, and home to the Cavendish family since 1549.
In this handsome new book, Alan Titchmarsh explores the 105 acre garden and muses on the people and personalities that have shaped and developed it. Ravishing new photography by Jonathan Buckley, together with historic images and memorabilia, tell a fascinating and engaging story.
Sumptuous in every way, and a joy to have worked on!
To be published Autumn 2023 by Ebury Spotlight....
The Seasonal Baker
Michelle Evans-Fecci
Former Great British Bake Off contestant Michelle Evans- Fecci grew up on a farm and learned from a young age how to grow vegetables and the basics of cooking and baking.
The Seasonal Baker, her first book, is logically divided into the four seasons, each containing planting and harvesting advice, as well as delicious, seasonally appropriate recipes.
Lovingly photographed by Ben Fecci, and elegantly designed by Thextension, the book takes an original and refreshing look at the art of baking.
To be published by Robinson in Spring 2022.
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A Healthier Family for Life
Donna Crous
Donna Crous is an award winning food photographer who specializes in recipe development, cooking and styling. This, her first book, is a collection of her family’s favourite recipes, and a homage to fresh produce and the farmers that grow it.
Designed to allow her exceptional images to take centre stage, the book is divided into helpful sections. Evocative images of her family alongside delicious, fresh ingredients start each chapter, whilst various spreads throughout the book highlight growers and producers and their stories. A textured paper adds visual authenticity and character. A joy to design!
To be published by Little Brown in December 2021.
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Slow Cooker: For Less
Sarah Flower
This is the fourth book Thextension have designed for Sarah Flower, and with each new title there are fresh challenges to resolve.
This book contains pure, honest home-cooked food for those on a budget.
Simple, elegant icons reflect each chapters contents, whilst evocative pictures
of fresh ingredients from farmers markets and producers reinforce Sarah’s message that ‘real food cooked from scratch is the first and most important step towards good health!’
This beautifully illustrated book contains more than 70 delicious recipes that are big on flavour and light on the wallet. To be published by Robinson in September 2021....
Sir John Cass’s Foundation
Over the last six months Thextension have designed and produced a number of new publications for Sir John Cass’s Foundation, one of London’s oldest and largest education charities.
For a study of young women’s transitions in Tower Hamlets, elegant use was made of street signs to highlight location and provide visual markers within the book.
A report on education within the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities (GRT) neatly transforms the initials into something positive and celebratory.
And a history of the founder tellingly maps his involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, to produce a sobering and revealing document....
The Batch Cook Book
Sam Gates
The Batch Cook Book is packed with mouth-watering recipes, hints and tips for the best batch and meal prep techniques.
Each chapter is full of fresh ideas, from preparing key ingredients to whipping up perfectly portioned meals
for simple suppers and bold, big-hearted feasts for friends and family. The Batch Cook Book is the book for every cook, right now.
Glowingly reviewed in The Guardian, Express and the Mirror, and already reprinted. Congratulations to Sam on another brilliant title! We are proud to have been associated with it.
First published by Robinson in October 2020....
The Keto Slow Cooker
Sarah Flower
Sarah Flower is a leading nutritionist and author, passionate about a healthy lifestyle and a keen advocate of the sugar-free and low-carb way of eating.
The Keto Slow Cooker – the third book that Thextension have designed for Sarah, explains what the ketogenic way of eating is, providing helpful menu plans and beautifully illustrated lists of essential store cupboard foods. Gorgeous photography accompanies each delicious recipe!
The perfect keto cookbook for busy people who want to live a healthier lifestyle using their slow cooker.
To be published by Robinson in November 2020....
How to Cook the Victorian Way with Mrs Crocombe
How to Cook the Victorian Way is the definitive guide to the life, times and tastes of a Victorian cook. Avis Crocombe really did exist – she was head cook at Audley End House from about 1878 to 1884. Her handwritten cookery book was passed down through her family for generations and rediscovered by a distant relative in 2009. It’s a remarkable read, and her recipes give us a wonderful window into a world of flavour from 140 years ago. Beautifully designed by Thextension, this book features recipes along with a transcription of Avis’s original manuscript, plus fascinating insights into daily life at Audley End.
To be published by English Heritage in September 2020
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