Down to earth: A guide to simple living

Discover the power of sustainable living with Down to Earth: A guide to simple living! Learn how to grow tomatoes, bake bread, make soap, and preserve fruit. Plus, hear inspiring stories from those who’ve gone from struggling to “living well while spending very little money.” You’ll find an abundance of advice to create a resilient and secure future, one small step at a time!

This book really changed my life! Following Rhonda's simple formula we became debt free and turned our lifestyle on its head. I would recommend this book to anyone looking to make a positive change in their life. 

Rhonda gently encourages readers to find the pleasure and meaning in a simpler life, sharing all the practical information she has gathered on her own journey.

About the Author

Rhonda Hetzel is a retired journalist and technical writer best known for her award-winning blog, 'Down to Earth'. Rhonda lives with her husband, Hanno, on the Sunshine Coast, where they happily tend a food garden, gather eggs and occasionally look after grandchildren. Rhonda is a keen volunteer worker and is often found presenting simple-living workshops in her community. She won the Green Lifestyle magazine's Local Green Hero Award in 2014. Rhonda is the author of bestseller Down to Earth (2012) and Penguin Special, The Simple Life (2014).