written and illustrated by Ruth Thorp
Meet the Squawks – an irresistible community of quirky birds!
Written in a tongue-twisting rhyme, each page is sure to raise a smile from readers of all ages.
'The Squawks is a joyful picture book; gorgeous to look at and pure fun to read.' My Book Corner
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2014, this is the first book written and illustrated by Ruth Thorp.
ISBN: 978-0992864705
Paperback. First Edition. 36 pages.
Click on the pictures to read more about each publication.
Soul Manifestos and Pieces of Joy
written by Steve Thorp
illustrated by Ruth Thorp
Steve Thorp’s small, poetic essays are written against the backdrop of conflict in modern culture, politics, economics, ecology and psychology. Each piece stands alone but together the collection coalesces into a gentle, intuitive polemic that seeps into the consciousness.
"This is an incredible book! It's immensely powerful, thought-provoking and inspirational. I love the way it's written, I love the chapter headings, and it's so easy to dip into. It's enhanced by the beautiful illustrations throughout. This book is a keeper." Morag T
"I think this book is going to stay with me forever. The kind of book that I will pick up and read sections, pick up and immerse myself in. The balance and purity make me calm and yet excite me at the same time. I picked your book up at Bath Artisan market. I read the page on Childhood and welled up - I think it is a wonderfully written, thought provoking marvel." Dawn J
"My mum who is a life coach was very, very happy with her Christmas present. Thank you!" Fenneke W.
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2014.
ISBN: 978-0992864712
poems by Steve Thorp
artwork by Elaine Johnson
This four-part pamphlet weaves words and images in ways intended to surprise, challenge and even delight. The theme at the heart of Trails, is the price paid by young girls whose eyes and fingers were ruined by years of work in the English Lace-making industry in the 19th Century. Elaine’s evocative three-dimensional piece, ‘Tell me’, was the starting point. Steve’s words echo the work and suffering that was punctuated by the simple, repetitive tells sung by these forgotten workers.
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2014.
ISBN: 978-0992864729
Unpsychology Issues 1-4
Unpsychology magazine responds to themes of psychology, soul-making, ecology and 'wild mind'.
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2014-2018.
Find out more and download the latest Climate Minds Antholgy HERE
Punishment
written by Sarah Thorp
The Industrial history of Porthgain does not
willingly lend itself to tales of fairies, magic and
matters of the other realm. And yet it was in this
unlikely hamlet on the coast of Pembrokeshire
that all ‘the funny business’ (as locals refer to it), began.
A short story. On a dark stormy night in October, Jack writes a farewell note to his daughter and leaves his home for the very last time. ‘Punishment’ is an unexpected tale of fairies, magic and matters of the other realm.
written by Sarah Mahfoudh
Illustrated by Ruth Thorp
A story about a feisty little girl called Lilly Mae who lives on a cloud and changes the weather according to her moods. With its quirky rhyme and beautiful illustrations, Lilly Mae is sure to charm parents and children alike.
'This book is a fantastic tool for parents and children alike. It opens up a dialogue on mood and how our emotions can affect our actions - and how, in turn, our actions affect other people. These types of books; stories with a modern moral message are the type that demonstrate why books are just so important for children.' The Tester Family
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2015.
ISBN: 978-0992864736
Paperback. First Edition. 32 pages.
written and illustrated by Ruth Thorp
'Squiggle Bee is a squiggly bee who’s just a little different.'
A colourful rhyming picture book about a happy little bee trying to find her place in the world.
'She squiggles left and wiggles right
and zig zags up and down.
She dips and dives among the flowers
and spirals round and round.'
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2015.
ISBN: 978-0-9928647-4-3
Paperback. First Edition. 32 pages.
Poetry Pamphlets
previously published by Creative Thorp
poetry by Steve Thorp
artwork by Mary Thorp and Kim Major-George
editions 1,2,3 and 4: Beautifully designed and featuring cover artwork by Mary, The Editions series can be purchased as four separate booklets or as a set of four.
All the pamphlets are printed on Calisto Pearl paper art paper – an FCS paper available from GF Smith.
Faces in the Water
written by Sarah Mahfoudh
This magical fantasy novel for young adults available on kindle and in print.
Release date: 1st December 2015
Order your kindle version here or go to the shop to purchase a paper copy.
ISBN: 978-0992864750
Paperback. First Edition.
PICTURE BOOKS
FICTION
NON-FICTION & POETRY
written by Steve Thorp
illustrated and designed by Ruth Thorp
This little book of poetic meditations by writer and therapist Steve Thorp is an encouragement to sustain the kind of beautiful, joyful and resilient life that might make a difference in our troubled world.
These small soul meditations are mindful prose-poems standing as tools in the space between earth and spirit, hope and despair, individual practice and collective activism.
They are exploratory waymarks for our journeys through this landscape.
"A beautiful and inspiring little book with lovely illustrations. This would make a wonderful gift!' Laura W
"Absolutely beautiful book - has touched my soul and my friends' too. Highly recommend!" Morag T.
"I keep ordering copies of this book for my friends ever since I bought one for myself. It's an absolutely beautiful book - it has touched my soul and my friends' too. I love the way it's written and I love the intriguing chapter headings. The beautiful illustrations draw you further into the meditations. A joy! And yes, it's a keeper." Morag T.
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2016
ISBN: 978-0-9928647-6-7
Size: 105x148mm (80 pages)
POETRY PAMPHLETS
Lost Beauty is Steve's longest work and features poetry inspired by the landscapes of West Scotland, the North East of England and Pembrokeshire.
Life and The Fixing of Things are both pamphlets that were produced as a collaborative project with spiritual artist Kim Major-George.
The Fixing of Things 2012, formed part of an exhibition of Kim's work that toured various venues with the poems framed and hung alongside. A version of the exhibition was also published in Dark Mountain Volume 3 in 2012 - published by The Dark Mountain Project.
fiction & non-fiction, picture books, poetry, magazines & photography
Blue Marble
written by Steve Thorp
illustrated and designed by Ruth Thorp
Blue Marble is an eco-poem about the Earth, how we humans see it, and what we are doing to it.
It was inspired by Sarah Wint’s ‘Gaia Garden’, part of The Daisybus Gardens near Solva in Pembrokeshire. Sarah is creating a series of small gardens inspired by the people, places and themes she encountered on her journey to fifty gardens around the UK in her Daisybus. You can find out more at: www.daisybusgardens.com
"Beautiful poem book! My friend was very happy to receive this Christmas present. Thank you!" Fenneke W.
Published by Raw Mixture Publishing in 2017
ISBN: 978-0-9928647-7-4
Size: 148 x148mm (20 pages)
JOURNALS
SOUL MANIFESTOS
SOUL MEDITATIONS
BLUE MARBLE
THE SQUAWKS
