One Boat nets Birtwhistle's 'stunning' handbook on how to live sustainably

One Boat has netted The Green Gardening Handbook, the third book from Nancy Birtwhistle. 

Senior commissioning editor Hockley Raven Spare acquired world rights from Anna Bruce at Yellow Poppy Media. The book will be published in spring 2023. 

The Green Gardening Handbook is divided into the four seasons with information on everything from when to plant potatoes, what type of fertiliser to use, and the variety of foods which can be grown in plant pots in the kitchen. By providing seasonal recipes, guides to storing and preserving, plus tips for getting children involved, Birtwhistle hopes to provide a "sustainable, eco-friendly outlook".

"The Green Gardening Handbook is underlined by Nancy’s belief that once we understand the seasons we can live a healthier lifestyle that in turn will ensure our planet stays healthy too," the publisher said. 

Spare said: "Working with Nancy is a total joy. With each new project she brings innovative and creative ideas that make everyday jobs easier, greener and more fun. Here, she takes the reader on an adventure through the gardening year, encouraging novices through new experiences and coaching more seasoned growers through challenges. The result is a stunning handbook of tips and practical ideas that are as good for your mind and body as they are for your home, garden and the planet." 

Birtwhistle added: "I have been growing my own food for many decades—more than six if I include the very early years with my grandfather. What comes with age is experience and once I started working on this book I realised I had so much to share. No matter what your size of growing space, whether you are a home owner or renting, you can get something from this book. I have enjoyed writing every page."