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FIRST RELEASE, OCTOBER 2025Smiley Publishing is Canada's newest press, owned/operated by Catt Smiley, an award-winning lifestyle entrepreneur based on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The 8-Block Focus System is a daily guided tool that structures productivity in 25-minute time blocks. Every book is unique to the month while following uniform format, bringing Pomodoro technique to print! The books are undated for recurring yearly usage.
BreakOur goal is to be a popular choice for U.S. based subscription boxes. Individual purchases are available direct on Amazon. Follow our business growth on TikTok, @smileypublishing and get inspired on IG to work less and adventure more (and still get your work done)!
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business + money
Time management, entrepreneurship, leadership, motivation.
Sort priorities, build momentum, and get what matters on paper. Whether coming out of your slump or juggling too much, this system gets you locked in and purposeful. Start whenever the grind is right.
Achieve time freedom and lifestyle design with the 8-Block Focus stacked habit system that gives you proven tools to time mastery and productivity.
made in nanaimo
SOFT LAUNCH
shift gears
Grounded visuals with fall leaves, open trails, and crisp skies bring a sense of nature into your workspace. 8-Block Focus System reflects the shift in season and helps your work stay grounded, focused, and clear.
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author
Catt smiley
An outdoor-loving entrepreneur working towards owning and operating six tiny businesses without employees. Catt built these books as a tool to work smarter on screen - for more time in the scene.Learn more >
designer
ginette guiver
Award-winning illustrator slash designer specializing in nature and adventure visuals, Ginette created stunning outdoorsy layouts on every page. She made touching grass feel like part of the workflow!Shop her site here.