Whether you've made a New Year's resolution or you're just looking to start the year off on the right foot, here are some recommendations to help you on the path to a fulfilling 2025.

You want to travel ...

Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2025

Finally start planning that big trip in 2025 with Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2025. The bestselling guide to the best countries, regions, and cities is full of amazing photography and insider tips. From relaxing retreats to bustling markets, epic train journeys to culinary adventures, Best in Travel 2025 is full of inspiration that will take your trip from the ordinary to the unforgettable.

You want to save money ...

Know Your Worth by Victoria Vivente

Designed for total newbies and with the goal of helping you feel less ashamed about your attitudes around money, Know Your Worth is a fun and accessible guide to help you write a budget that doesn't suck, tackle debit, and start financially coaching yourself without blame.

You want to relax more ...

I’m Not Lazy, I’m on Energy Saving Mode by Dancing Snail, translated by Clare Richards

In a world obsessed with work and productivity, Korean bestseller I'm Not Lazy, I'm on Energy Saving Mode highlights how resting and 'being lazy' is an important process of recharging. Written and charmingly illustrated by Dancing Snail – whose instantly recognisable art can be found in I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki – I'm Not Lazy, I'm on Energy Saving Mode is a revolutionary book that dares to challenge the narrative of grind culture and remind you to take a break.

You want to live more sustainably ...

The Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook by Kirsten Bradley

Packed with practical skills and projects, The Milkwood Permaculture Living Handbook will help you reconnect with your ecosystem, save money and celebrate sustainable living. Inspired by the life-affirming principles of permaculture from decluttering your home and going waste-free, to growing sprouts on your windowsill and connecting with your community, this book will help you change your lifestyle in small but significant ways.

You want to spend more time in nature ...

Day Trip Melbourne by Evi O & Andrew Grune

With a trip for every week of the year, Day Trip Melbourne takes you to mountains, waterfalls, swimming holes, beaches, forests, coastlines, snow trails, urban parks, Aboriginal sites, rivers, canyons, cliffs, historic architecture and more. Each adventure includes directions by car or public transport, a map showing walking routes and facilities, and a guide to trip highlights. There are trips for everyone – families, solo adventurers, furry friends – all within 130 kilometres of the city centre.

You want to eat less meat ...

Dinner by Meera Sodha

From acclaimed chef Meera Sodha, Dinner contains 120 vibrant, easy-to-make vegetarian and vegan main dishes bursting with flavour. With quick-cook recipes, one-pan wonders, mouthwatering desserts and exciting side dishes, Dinner is the essential companion for the most important meal of the day.

You want to learn to sew ...

How to Train Your Sewing Machine by Rehana Begum

Learning to sew is the perfect way to reduce your reliance on the exploitative and environmentally catastrophic fast fashion industry – but where to start? With years of sewing experience and teaching under her belt, Rehana Begum is here with an excellent introduction: How to Train Your Sewing Machine. With clearly illustrated techniques, this neat little book will help you set up your machine, use a basic pattern and select and work with different fabric types. Even if it's your first time on a sewing machine, you'll be proudly saying 'I made this! in no time.

You want to repair your relationship with food ...

You are More Than What You Eat by Dr Emma Beckett

Part manual, part memoir, part manifesto, You are More Than What You Eat shows us how and why food choices, eating, and biology are not as simple as diet culture suggests. Informed by a scientific evidence base, this is the perfect antidote to misinformation and the weight loss industry.

You want to drink more water ...

a Memobottle Transparent A6 Drink Bottle

You almost certainly should be drinking more water, and this drink bottle will make it easier to always have it on hand. Founded in Australia, Memobottle was developed to provide a truly convenient, beautiful alternative to expensive, single-use bottled water. With it's compact size and paper-inspired design, the 375ml A6 memobottle can easily fit in your pocket, handbag or backpack.