Penguin Random House, author portrait placeholder image

Charles Dowding

DK author Charles Dowding has proven his success in selling books to his audience: No Dig (2022) and Compost (2024) have channeled all his knowledge successfully into brilliant and popular books. Charles is the undisputed leader in no-dig gardening. From his home and garden in Somerset, he has been growing vegetables and fruit for more than 40 years. He’s a market gardener (who still sells his produce locally to restaurants) as well as his social media, writing and course work.
Compost

Books

Compost

Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and educators are increasingly aware that integrating social-emotional learning into the curriculum is critical if we want students to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Download the thematic educator guides on Teaching About Anxiety and Mindfulness and Teaching About Student Wellness. Explore our specially curated collections on

Read more

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Middle School titles AANHPI Creators – High School titles .

Read more