Steven Scanlan

All Books

From children's picture books to travel writing, retirement guides, and practical how-to books, browse the full collection and find your next read.

Travel

Hidden London

London is at its best when you step one street away from the obvious. This book is a guide to the city's overlooked corners, quiet routes, and lived-in places, the pubs, markets, lanes, small parks, riverside turns, and odd little details you miss when you only chase the landmarks. You will find walkable ideas you can actually use, with clear suggestions on how to get there, what to expect when you arrive, and why each place earns its spot. It is written for visitors who want London to feel human, and for repeat travellers who want fresh discoveries without travelling miles out of the centre. This is London with the noise turned down and the character turned up: small moments, local flavour, and the kind of places you end up talking about long after the trip is over.

Travel

Japan: Respectful Travel in Japan

This guidebook is your essential companion to navigating Japan with respect, curiosity, and ease. Whether it's your first visit or your fifth, you'll discover the deeper meaning behind local customs, etiquette, and daily rituals, from riding trains and enjoying hot springs to exploring temples and trying traditional crafts. With practical advice, cultural insights, and unforgettable experiences like tea ceremonies, kimono rentals, and hands-on workshops, this book helps you connect more meaningfully with the country and its people. Travel slower. Experience more. And take home memories that truly matter.

Children'sAges 3–7

Suzi Poop's Cozy Christmas

Suzi Poop loves living on the beach, where the sun shines and there are tasty snacks and colourful treasures! With Christmas coming, Suzi wants to celebrate with her friends, but it's too cold outside. Determined to find a warm spot, she hunts across the beach for a safe, warm spot to enjoy the season. Suzi realises Christmas is all about friends and fun! But what is she to do? What a wonderful adventure!

Children'sAges 3–7

Suzi Poop: The Hungry Seagull

A delightfully silly story about a naughty seagull who uses her poop to obtain her favourite meals. Sure to be a favourite story for many children. Suzi is a seagull, she lives on a busy beach with lots of people around her. Suzi is hungry today and wants to eat something sweet and tasty, can she find the food she wants? Suzi has an unusual way to get the food she wants and scares everyone whom she gets food from. Enjoy the beautiful pictures as you follow Suzi on her journey to get her lunch.

Children'sAges 3–5

Bobby Poop: The Unfriendly Seagull

Bobby Poop is the brother of Suzi Poop. He is a naughty seagull and has no friends. Can he make friends? Bobby is horrible, he annoys everyone, and no one likes him. Would you like him as a friend? We don't think you would. Enjoy the pictures as you follow Bobby and his game of nastiness, and eventually, join him as he finds friends. A delightful book with beautiful pictures for 3–5 year olds.

Children'sAges 3–5

Bobby Poop: The Friendly Seagull

Bobby Poop lives on the beach, near the sea. Bobby is a friendly seagull and is looking for his friends. Today he will need your help to find them and give them back their beautiful colours. Enjoy completing the dot-to-dot pictures to see whether the person hiding there is Bobby's friend. Colour in the picture and help them come to life.

Children'sAges 3–7

Sofia Bajs: Den hungriga Masen

Sofia Bajs bor på stranden nära havet. Sofia är hungrig och letar efter sin frukost. Idag vill hon ha något sött, och hon använder en ovanlig metod för att få det. Njut av de stygga knep Sofia använder för att få sin lunch och skratta åt de vackra teckningarna. Varje barn kommer att le åt den unika berättelsen och de roliga teckningarna.

Children'sAges 1–6

苏西-臭臭：饥饿的海鸥

The Chinese edition of Suzi Poop: The Hungry Seagull. 苏西-臭臭住在海滩上，靠近大海。苏西今天很饿，想吃点甜的东西。她用一种不寻常的方式得到了她想要的食物。享受美丽的图画，跟随苏西踏上她的午餐之旅。每个孩子都会喜欢这个独特的故事和有趣的图画。Written by Steven Scanlan, illustrated by Bells White.

Children'sAges 3–7

Bobby Poop, Dot-to-Dot: The Friendly Seagull

Bobby Poop lives on the beach, near the sea. Bobby is a friendly seagull and is looking for his friends. Today he will need your help to find them and give them back their beautiful colours. Enjoy completing the dot-to-dot pictures to see whether the person hiding there is Bobby's friend. Colour in the picture and help them come to life. A wonderful activity book for young children.

Children'sAges 2–6

Susie Kacke: Die hungrige Möwe

The German edition of Suzi Poop: The Hungry Seagull. Susie Kacke wohnt am Strand, in der Nähe des Meeres. Susie ist heute hungrig und möchte etwas Süßes essen. Sie hat eine ungewöhnliche Art, das Essen zu bekommen, das sie möchte, und erschreckt alle, von denen sie Essen bekommt. Genieße die wunderschönen Bilder, während du Susie auf ihrer Reise zu ihrem Mittagessen folgst. Written by Steven Scanlan, illustrated by Bells White.

Children'sAges 2–6

Susie Crotte: La mouette affamée

The French edition of Suzi Poop: The Hungry Seagull. Susie Crotte habite sur la plage, près de la mer. Susie a faim aujourd'hui et veut manger quelque chose de sucré. Elle a une façon inhabituelle d'obtenir la nourriture qu'elle veut et fait peur à tous ceux à qui elle prend de la nourriture. Profitez des belles images en suivant Susie dans son voyage pour obtenir son déjeuner. Écrit par Steven Scanlan, illustrations de Bella White.

Children'sAges 2–6

Sussi Kakka: Nälkäinen lokki

The Finnish edition of Suzi Poop: The Hungry Seagull. Sussi Kakka asuu rannalla, lähellä merta. Sussi on tänään nälkäinen ja haluaa syödä jotain makeaa. Hänellä on epätavallinen tapa saada haluamansa ruoka ja hän pelottaa kaikkia, joilta hän saa ruokaa. Nauti kauniista kuvista seuratessasi Sussia hänen matkalleen saada lounaansa. Kirjoittanut Steven Scanlan, kuvitukset Bella White.

Retirement

Retirement on a Budget: No Nest Egg, No Problem

A practical, compassionate guide to thriving in retirement, even without a nest egg. Written with compassion and rooted in the Canadian experience, it offers constructive strategies to help you live well on less and reclaim a sense of control over your later years. No judgement, no fantasy numbers, just sensible guidance for living well on what you have.

Retirement

How to Retire

Whether you're planning to travel the world, settle in a charming overseas village, or simply enjoy slower mornings, How to Retire is your essential guide to building a fulfilling, financially secure life after work. Take charge of your finances, travel more, retire abroad, and create a purposeful life filled with meaning through hobbies, volunteering, and a daily routine you love.

Gardening

The Incredible Mason Bee

Mason bees are small, gentle pollinators that can make a big difference in your garden. This practical guide explains what mason bees are, how they live through the seasons, and why they are such efficient pollinators for fruit trees, berries, and spring flowers. Learn how to set up a mason bee home, provide safe mud and nearby forage, and protect your bees from common problems.

Writing

The Dropline Method

The Dropline Method is a structured way to write a book quickly without letting quality slide. It is built for writers who want steady progress and a clear next step, rather than a process that depends on inspiration, long planning sessions, or endless rewrites. Dropline breaks the work into a sequence of small, manageable stages. Each stage produces a usable piece of the manuscript, then strengthens it in the next pass. You start with the simplest version of your idea, then deepen it layer by layer until you have a complete draft and a clear route into revision. This keeps you moving, helps you avoid false starts, and reduces the time wasted second-guessing your direction. The method works for fiction and non-fiction, and it fits around the tools writers already use, from Word and Google Docs to Scrivener and Atticus. If you want a calm, repeatable process that helps you finish what you start, the Dropline Method gives you the framework to write with momentum and revise with confidence.

Writing

How to Write and Publish Your Book

Have you ever dreamed of becoming a published author, but don't know where to start? The Complete Author's Guide is your step-by-step blueprint to turn your writing aspirations into a reality. In this comprehensive guide, you'll discover how to write your book, publishing made simple, setting up your author website, mastering marketing and promotion, and navigating legalities. Whether you're a first-time writer or an experienced author looking to take your book to the next level, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed.

Writing

How to Write Your Book

Unlock the story inside you. Learn how to write your own book, even if you've never written a word before. Have you always dreamed of writing a book but didn't know where to start? Whether you have a brilliant idea or just the burning desire to tell your story, this guide will take you from a blank page to a finished manuscript, step by step. This isn't just another writing manual. It's a motivational and practical companion for aspiring authors who are ready to stop waiting and start writing.

Writing

How to Publish Your Book

A step-by-step guide to becoming a published author. The world of self-publishing is no longer reserved for a select few. Whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned storyteller, How to Publish Your Book is your ultimate guide to navigating the exciting journey from manuscript to published success. In this easy-to-follow, no-nonsense guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about self-publishing, from crafting your manuscript to launching your book to the world.

Travel

Vancouver Island Travel Guide

Vancouver Island is one of Canada's most spectacular destinations — a place of wild coastlines, ancient rainforests, charming small towns, and a pace of life that feels worlds away from the mainland. This travel guide takes you beyond the obvious tourist trail and into the places that make Vancouver Island truly special: the hidden coves and surf beaches of the west coast, the quiet harbours and fishing villages of the east, the old-growth forests of the interior, and the vibrant food and arts scene of Victoria. Whether you are planning your first visit or returning to explore further, this guide gives you the local knowledge to make the most of every day. Discover where to go, what to see, and the places most visitors miss.

Retirement

Passport to Living Abroad

Dreaming of a life beyond borders? Whether you want to work remotely from a sun-drenched village, retire to a country with a lower cost of living, or simply experience the world on your own terms, Passport to Living Abroad is your practical guide to making it happen. This book covers everything you need to know about relocating overseas: choosing the right country, navigating visas and residency, managing your finances across borders, finding accommodation, staying healthy abroad, and building a new life in an unfamiliar place. Written with honesty and warmth, it addresses the real challenges of living abroad alongside the genuine rewards. Whether you are in your thirties and craving adventure, or in your sixties and ready for a slower, sunnier chapter, this guide will help you plan your move with confidence.

Enjoying Life

How to Play Cribbage

Cribbage is one of the oldest and most satisfying card games in the world — easy to learn, endlessly strategic, and perfect for two players. How to Play Cribbage is a clear, friendly guide to everything you need to get started and improve your game. It covers the rules from scratch, walks you through the scoring system step by step, explains how to use the cribbage board, and introduces the strategies that separate a good player from a great one. Whether you have never touched a cribbage board before or you learned the basics years ago and want to sharpen your play, this guide gives you the knowledge and confidence to enjoy every hand. A wonderful game to share with family and friends.

Enjoying Life

The Everyday Reset

Discover a calmer, steadier way to live, without escaping your real life. A practical guide to mindfulness-inspired training for modern days: busy mornings, noisy minds, difficult people, and the constant pull of distraction. Simple practices you can use immediately to reduce reactivity, strengthen attention, and meet stress with more control and dignity.

Factual

Time Boxing: The Art of Managing Your Time

Time is the one resource you cannot get back. Time Boxing: The Art of Managing Your Time is a practical, no-nonsense guide to taking control of your day. Time boxing is a simple but powerful technique: you assign a fixed block of time to a task, work on it until the time is up, then move on. This approach removes the paralysis of open-ended to-do lists and replaces it with a clear, structured rhythm that keeps you focused and productive. This book explains how to set up your time boxes, how to prioritise what goes in them, and how to build a daily routine that actually works. Whether you are juggling work, family, and personal projects, or simply trying to stop the day from slipping away, this guide gives you the tools to spend your time on what matters most.

Factual

Guest Book: Canadian Guest Book, English/French

A beautiful bilingual guest book for Canadian homes, holiday rentals, bed and breakfasts, or any space where visitors come and go. Printed in both English and French, this guest book invites your visitors to leave their names, where they travelled from, and a personal message or memory. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves welcoming guests, and a lasting keepsake of the people who have passed through your door. Elegant floral cover design. Perfect for Airbnb hosts, cottage owners, and anyone who loves to entertain.

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