Pick Me Up! Special

Published by TI Media Limited Pick Me Up! Special Series is your monthly feast of the best real-life stories from Pick Me Up! The series comprises of nine ‘Seasonals' and four ‘Best Ofs', featuring the best of Pick Me Up! Each bumper issue is crammed with a variety pack of true stories, your favourite features, money-saving tips, laughs, health ideas, great looks, budget beauty, food ideas to put a smile on your face and 12 puzzles. A fun package to keep you truly entertained!

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WELCOME TO YOUR MONTHLY SPECIAL OF Pick Me Up! • November special

Pick Me Up! Special

Your pick me ups

ANIMAL MAGIC • Our readers have captured their adorable animals on camera…

Just for FUN

MR. RIGHT WIFE TO WIDOW • When Emma Harrison, 42, from Atherstone, met the love of her life, she prayed it would last forever…

LET YOUR colours burst

Born different • When Stefania Timofte, 36, from Hemel Hempstead, realised her baby wasn’t crawling or sitting up, she knew something was very wrong…

Brainwaves

HETTIE THE HEDGEHOG

CINNAMON TOFFEE APPLES

OUR TOP 7 SUPER EASY TIPS • This month… REFRESH YOUR HIBERATION STATION

LITTLE LORD LITTER • Jade Thompson, 29, from Lewisham, picked up a book from the library which took over her little boy’s life…

A FOG LIFTED • When minimalist mum of two, Casey Jones, 37, prepared to welcome her baby boy into the world, she didn’t know that her life was about to change forever…

Easy eats

PREDATOR TO PREY • Bianca Rudolph travelled the world as a keen game hunter. Only, she never expected to become a target herself…

Your dilemmas • Lucy Power is a leading coach and educator, trained and experienced in a range of psychotherapeutic approaches. Lucy helps to raise self awareness so you can go on to live freely and without limits. (the-power-institute.com)

Your style • SPARKLE AND SHINE

MIGHTY MONGREL • David Cryer, 67, from Carmarthenshire, South Wales, didn’t have to face his diagnosis alone – he had a feline friend with him every step of the way…

CLUBCARD PRICE • Dean Mayhew, 31, from North Devon, took quite a drastic step when he kept forgetting his Tesco Clubcard…

BAT CRAZY • If you’re out around dusk you’re likely to spot some of these little critters flitting around. Bats have got a reputation for being dark and mysterious – but how much do you actually know about them?

How you can help

Spot the bat!

Your home • Go for a subtly neutral autumn touch with this understated and stylish range from Matalan

Bright side o f life • Sarah Meekcom, 38, from Kidderminster, knew her hubby had a bucket list, but didn’t think he’d cross a crazy wish off so soon…

SUPERMARKET SWEEP • Indulge with these delicious new food and drink buys!

Spot the difference

Warm your cockles • Baby it’s cold outside – so thaw off this November instead with one of these cosy days out.

CATCHING MY RAPIST • *Samantha, 31, from London, thought she was going for a job interview – but she was plunged into a nightmare.

+ Your health • Real-life plus trends, info and advice

IN MY SKIN • Katie Mackie, 27, from Teddington, wants to spread some love so that we all feel a little more comfortable in our own skin…

5 QUESTIONS WITH ALEX JACKSON

CHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS

DIABETES DAY

Look amazing! • THIS MONTH: HAIRCARE HEROES

What’s TRENDING? • Here’s what you need to know this month…

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