Cathy Hirano Boeken

On a frosty New Year's Eve, Izumi finds his mother wandering in a park. It is one of the first days when Yuriko begins to forget her son. Despite the demands of work and the impending arrival of a child, Izumi dedicates much of his time to his mother, who is increasingly struggling with memory loss and disorientation. At the same time, he revisits childhood events, particularly the haunting memory of Yuriko's sudden disappearance. Gradually, he uncovers the silenced truth about the past. "One Hundred Flowers" is an intimate family story that highlights how dementia is a distinct and painfully personal experience for each of the millions affected, as well as their loved ones. There is not always enough time to understand the past and come to terms with it.

An ideal gift for fans of Marie Kondo, star of the Netflix hit show Sparking Joy. Kurashi at Home is her first full-colour, beautifully photographed guide. Over a decade on from the launch of her bestselling book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, Marie Kondo is back with new wisdom on how to transform your life and home into spaces of calm. This guide introduces the concept of kurashi - meaning way of life - and encourages readers to spend every day in the pursuit of joy. Now the mother of three young children, Marie moves her focus from the physical act of tidying towards an even more holistic and personal approach to curating our environments. Kurashi at Home gives us a personal glimpse of everything from favourite recipes to images of Marie with her family. Inspiring stories from Marie and her clients bring her concepts alive, illustrating how kurashi can be applied to all areas of our own lives.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The star of the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up helps you visualize your ideal lifestyle. Japanese decluttering guru Marie Kondo has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to usingher acclaimed KonMari Method to create a joy-filled home that works the way you need it to. Spark Joy features step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets. Kondo also answers frequently asked questions, such as whether to keep “necessary” items that may not bring you joy. With guidance on specific categories including kitchen tools, cleaning supplies, hobby goods, digital photos, and even building your own personal “power spot” in your home, this comprehensive companion is sure to spark joy in anyone who wants to simplify their life.