Greatest Guides 2011 Catalog

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CATALOG 2011

GREATESTGUIDES Sex The Greatest Guide to

The Greatest Guide to

The Greatest Guide to

Julie Peasgood

The Greatest Guide to

Wendy Green

The Greatest Guide to

Creative Crafting

The Greatest Guide to

Walking & Mountain Hiking

Slimming & Healthy Living

Your Dream Wedding

Covers 7 different crafts including paper craft, knitting, beadwork and embroidery

Horses & Ponies Photographs by Bob Langrish MBE

Mark S. Elliott

Dogs The Greatest Guide to

Joanne Bednall

The Greatest Guide to

Green Living Green tips and advice for the home, on holiday and at work

Lynne Garner

Jill Hassall

Joe Inglis

Books that bring you the best of everything

Lynne Garner


Welcome to the GREATESTGUIDES 2011 Catalog Greatest Guides publish lifestyle books with modern contemporary look and feel. Titles are designed for the Gifts market as well as book trade. As part of our strategy, all our books contain humour, quotes and photographs with lots of valuable information for readers worldwide. Subjects range from family and relationships, health and well-being to outdoors and environment, animals and pets, home and leisure. We use the best authors in their particular fields to ensure that readers gain the maximum benefit from reading and owning a Greatest Guide book. We have retained the input of celebrity authors, with many titles being written by recognisable authors and TV personalities. Please browse through the current and forthcoming titles in this catalog. World Distribution, Reprint and Translation rights are available. Best wishes Harshad Kotecha Publisher & Series Creator Greatest Guides Limited Tel: +44 (0)1926 258553 Email: harshad@greatestguides.com

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TITLE

ISBN

NOV 10

The Greatest Guide to Slimming & Healthy Living

978-1-90790600-8 2

NOV 10

The Greatest Guide to Golf

978-1-90790601-5 2

NOV 10

The Greatest Guide to Sex

978-1-90790602-2 2

D E C 10

The Greatest Guide to Creative Crafting

978-1-90790603-9 2

J A N 11

The Greatest Guide to Winning Competitions

978-1-90790604-6 2

F E B 11

The Greatest Guide to Relationships & Dating

978-1-90790605-3 2

F E B 11

The Greatest Guide to Your Dream Wedding

978-1-90790606-0 2

MAR 11

The Greatest Guide to Green Living

978-1-90790608-4 FULL

MAY 11

The Greatest Guide to Photography

MAY 11

The Greatest Guide to Life Coaching

J U N 11

The Greatest Guide to Walking & Mountain Hiking

978-1-90790612-1 FULL

J U L 11

The Greatest Guide to Horses & Ponies

978-1-90790613-8 FULL

J U L 11

The Greatest Guide to Cricket

978-1-90790614-5 2

AUG 11

The Greatest Guide to Dogs

978-1-90790607-7 FULL

AUG 11

The Greatest Guide to Housekeeping

978-1-90790617-6 2

S E P 11

The Greatest Guide to Feng Shui

978-1-90790618-3 FULL

S E P 11

The Greatest Guide to Etiquette & Dining

978-1-90790619-0 2

O C T 11

The Greatest Guide to Genealogy

978-1-90790611-4 2

NOV 11

The Greatest Guide to Freelance Writing

978-1-90790620-6 2

D E C 11

The Greatest Guide to Living Cruelty Free

978-1-90790622-0 FULL

CATEGORIES

PUB

978-1-90790610-7 FULL

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978-1-90790609-1 FULL *

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Family & Relationships Health & Self-Help Sports, Outdoor Pursuits & Environment Home & Leisure Animals & Pets

COLOR

£7.99 / £9.99* UK $12.95 / $14.95* US $14.95 / $16.95* CN EXTENT: 160 / 192* SIZE: 200 x 166 mm FORMAT: Wingback PRICES:

Books that bring you the best of everything


The Greatest Guide to

Sex by Julie Peasgood ISBN 978-1-90790602-2

Sex The Greatest Guide to

Julie Peasgood

Refreshingly frank and funny, actress and presenter Julie Peasgood delivers practical information to transform your sex life. Packed with inspirational tips and facts, this book explores the world of eroticism, revealing secrets and techniques to energize and enhance your enjoyment. With everything from sweetening semen to locating the G-spot this book makes an indispensable bedside companion!

Julie Peasgood is best known as a British actress – her career has spanned over thirty years of prestigious theater and TV, ranging from innocent heroines at The Royal Shakespeare Company to playing a stripper in ITV’s September Song, but she is most recognized for her work in Brookside, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks. Julie writes about travel, lifestyle and sex for Metro, The Sun, Cosmopolitan, Bella, Men’s Health, Woman and the Mail on Sunday. She has a regular column in Yours magazine and the Sunday Mirror, has written regular columns in Now, No.1 and First magazines, and in 2007 she won the coveted accolade of ‘Best Sex Writer of The Year’. She is also an agony aunt for www.lovehoney.co.uk and has her own range of erotic products, Swoon, available at www.swoon.tv. Julie is also a popular TV presenter, with numerous credits including This Morning, Bootsale Challenge, Turf Wars, and Loose Women. She has been awarded the Royal Television Society’s ‘Television Personality of the Year Award’ and is currently the resident sex and relationships expert on ITV’s The Alan Titchmarsh Show.

Family & Relationships


The Greatest Guide to

Relationships & Dating

The Greatest Guide to

Relationships & Dating

by Jenni Trent Hughes ISBN 978-1-90790605-3

Jenni Trent Hughes

Most people in the world want to love and be loved in return, and hope to find a partner with whom they can build a fulfilling relationship. This book, by TV agony aunt and relationship counselor, Jenni Trent Hughes, is delivered in a direct, no-nonsense way but with enough humor to make it enjoyable. Whether you are new to dating, in a partnership, or even at the end of a relationship, reading this book will help you overcome any difficulties and move forward with confidence.

The Greatest Guide to

The day has been named and the preparations are underway for the The Greatest Guide to couple’s big day. After Your Dream many years of helping Wedding to organize successful by Jill Hassall weddings, Jill Hassall has ISBN 978-1-90790606-0 packed this book with invaluable tips to help everyone, wherever they live, to avoid the pitfalls and make their wedding successful and memorable – for all the right reasons! With chapters including church & civil weddings; the reception; photography; writing vows; transport and bridal attire, it is a wonderful aid to all couples planning their wedding.

Your Dream Wedding

Jill Hassall

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The Greatest Guide to

Slimming & Healthy Living

The Greatest Guide to

by Wendy Green ISBN 978-1-90790600-8

If you want to lose weight, or simply become fitter and healthier, but don’t have the time, willpower, or money, to indulge in strict or expensive diet, health, or exercise regimes, then this book is for you! Packed with tips based on the latest scientific research and proven techniques, it reveals how small behavioral, dietary and lifestyle changes can result in big improvements in your shape, health and fitness.

Slimming & Healthy Living Wendy Green

Wendy Green has been interested in health and weight control since her teens. In 2000 she gained a First Class Honors Degree in Health studies, which included the study of Psychology, Nutrition, Biology, The Sociology of Health, Complementary Therapies and Health Promotion. Since then, she’s delivered seminars and lectures in Health Promotion and Nutrition, both in Further and Higher Education. She’s currently working in the Voluntary Sector as a Coordinator and Trainer on ‘Focus on Health’, a health project delivering a health promotion program to the deaf community.

Health & Self-Help


The Greatest Guide to

Life Coaching by Simone Ryder ISBN 978-1-90790609-1

The Greatest Guide to

Life Coaching One Life – Live it!

Simone Ryder

If you couldn’t fail – what would you do? Is there something in yourself or perhaps one area of your life you really need to improve or change? Whatever it is, this book will help reveal what may be holding you back. It will motivate and encourage you with simple tips to take steps in the right direction, that will lead to the changes you want to see in yourself and your life.

The Greatest Guide to

Feng Shui The Greatest Guide to

Feng Shui Secrets of Chinese Wisdom for Health, Wealth, Happiness and Harmony

by Dr. Suzanne G. Harper ISBN 978-1-90790618-3

If you want to improve your luck generally, or even in just one specific area, and have already done everything logical, then this is the book for you. Feng shui is based on universal principles and this book shows you how to practically apply them to attract positive circumstances into your life. Written for Westerners, the easy-to-follow recommendations help you make adjustments to your home and office accurately, and with minimal effort for real-life results. Dr Suzanne G Harper

Books that bring you the best of everything


The Greatest Guide to

Golf John Cook

Some people are teachers. Some people are coaches. Some people are professors. John Cook is all of the above. Butch Harmon

Everyone who plays golf longs to improve their game. This book, written by renowned PGA coach, John Cook, is packed with great tips to help you do just that. His fabulous tips and tricks are from a lifetime of playing and coaching, making the book fun and informative. From solving the slice to perfecting the putt, this delightful addition to the golf bag has it all!

The Greatest Guide to

Golf by John Cook ISBN 978-1-90790601-5

The Greatest Guide to

Cricket by Guy Clifford & Roly Rotherham

The Greatest Guide to

Cricket All you need for Bats, Balls and Belligerent Bowlers

ISBN 978-1-90790614-5 From its early beginnings in Hambledon to the international matches played around the world, the game of cricket is beloved by many. Guy Clifford & Roly Rotherham have distilled many years of involvement in cricket into this book that will enhance both the understanding and enjoyment of the game. Divided into four sections, with useful diagrams, it covers playing the game, umpiring, groundsmanship and scoring. A great addition to every player’s kit bag and every fan’s back pocket! Guy Clifford & Roly Rotherham

Sports, Outdoor Pursuits & Environment


The Greatest Guide to

Every time we open the newspaper or turn on the TV, we are The Greatest Guide to bombarded with facts on how our modern lifestyle is having a detrimental effect on the by Lynne Garner environment. Due to this ISBN 978-1-90790608-4 increasing awareness, a growing army of people want to make changes but are unsure of how to go about it. Are you one of them? Are you looking for simple ways to help the environment and save a bit of money at the same time? If so, this excellent book by Lynne Garner is perfect for you.

Green Living

Green Living Green tips and advice for the home, on holiday and at work

Lynne Garner

The Greatest Guide to

Walking & Mountain Hiking

The Greatest Guide to

Walking & Mountain Hiking

by Mark S. Elliott Mark S. Elliott

ISBN 978-1-90790612-1

Packed with useful advice and information for walkers of all levels. If you want to know how to choose walking boots, take a compass bearing or know the environmentallyfriendly way to ‘poo’ in the woods, then this book is for you. It is essential reading for all new walkers but experienced walkers will also pick up many new tips. Author Mark S. Elliott has been an avid walker for over 16 years. He has trekked and climbed mountains in many parts of the world and ran his own outdoor leisure and training company. He shares his extensive knowledge of the outdoors in this book.

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The Greatest Guide to

Creative Crafting

The Greatest Guide to

Creative Crafting

by Lynne Garner

Covers 7 different crafts including paper craft, knitting, beadwork and embroidery

ISBN 978-1-90790603-9 Lynne Garner

Are you a craftoholic? Do you spend your life crafting? Do you want to improve the finish of your projects? Would you like to be inspired and save money at the same time? Then this is the book for you! Lynne Garner has pooled together the knowledge of the crafting community to bring you the greatest crafting guide around. This book covers seven of the most popular crafts: paper crafts, sewing, wool crafts, cross stitch and embroidery, candle making, jewelry making and glass painting. A must have book for anyone who is creative!

The Greatest Guide to

Winning Competitions The Greatest Guide to

by Karen J. Jones

Winning Competitions

ISBN 978-1-90790604-6

The Secrets and Techniques of a Highly-Successful Prize Winner

Competition fever has hit society. With a multitude of prizes and life-changing experiences up for grabs from high-profile companies, it’s hardly surprising that the hobby of ‘comping’ is rapidly increasing in popularity. This book will help dispel any myths associated with competition rigging, and will guide you effortlessly through the maze of highly-effective techniques that Karen J. Jones has developed in her role as a prolific winner of high-value prizes. Karen’s phenomenal success has spanned over thirty years. She now shares the secrets of her success with you, in the hope that you can also derive endless enjoyment from this intriguing and lucrative hobby. Happy comping! Karen J. Jones

Home & Leisure


The Greatest Guide to

Genealogy The Greatest Guide to

Genealogy Invaluable tips to trace your family history using Archives and the Internet

by Maureen Vincent-Northam ISBN 978-1-90790611-4

Maureen Vincent-Northam

This book is invaluable to all budding genealogists! Written by family history researcher, Maureen Vincent-Northam, it is full of tips on tracing your forebears, from gathering background evidence to deciphering old documents and records. With information on less well-known sources, advice on creating your own family archive and useful websites and addresses, your family tree will flourish!

The Greatest Guide to

Housekeeping The essential companion for a busy home

Vicky Burford

The Greatest Guide to

Housekeeping by Vicky Burford ISBN 978-1-90790617-6

An amazing collection of useful, money-saving tips and ideas covering general cleaning, stain removal and decluttering. This book shows how the solutions to many household problems can also be good for the environment. Vicky Burford is a housewife and mother of four young children and gives the benefit of her experience in looking after a busy household to produce this informative guide to a better home.

Books that bring you the best of everything


The Greatest Guide to

Photography The Greatest Guide to

Photography Because it’s more than pushing the button

by Alistair Scott ISBN 978-1-90790610-7

Alistair Scott

This guide, with its mix of non-technical language and humor, is unique. Award-winning photographer Alistair Scott presents a selection of his best tips that will help you take better photographs… and profit from them. Covering everything from buying your equipment, through operating the camera’s controls effectively, to techniques for portrait, landscape and family photography. These tips will have you shooting like a pro.

The Greatest Guide to

Etiquette & Dining

The Greatest Guide to

Etiquette & Dining

by Prof. Roland Rotherham

Laid out for you, to do it correctly and with style

ISBN 978-1-90790619-0 Prof. Roland Rotherham

Is it done to give a sugar lump to a horse the Queen is riding? Can you ask friends to dinner that don’t get on with each other? When is it acceptable for a gentleman to run? Never fear! Professor Roland is here! All will be revealed in a book that will be a constant companion to you as you seek to ensure that your social functions are of the very highest standard.

Home & Leisure


The Greatest Guide to

Collecting by Tracy Martin ISBN 978-1-90790616-9

The Greatest Guide to

Freelance Writing by Linda Jones ISBN 978-1-90790620-6

The Greatest Guide to

DIY by Chris Jones & Brian Lee ISBN 978-1-90790621-3

A very common disease called ‘collectavitus’ has been known to attack when you least expect. This fascinating new hobby can take over your home and your life but can also bring a host of new friends, exciting experiences and thrilling adrenaline rushes! This fascinating book by collectables expert Tracy Martin is full of useful tips and tricks of the trade for buying and digging out hidden treasures. Hold the front page! If you have a flair for writing you will find this book a fantastic aid for unlocking your literary potential, either commercially or as a hobby. Whether you want to write articles for newspapers, magazines, the internet or even stage & screen, Linda’s tips and advice will help you get started as a freelance writer. They include formulating your writing from first submission to final copy and help on copyright and marketing yourself.

This superb collection of useful, money-saving DIY tips and ideas covers The Greatest Guide to simple electrics, plumbing, painting & decorating, tiling, carpentry and general building work around the home. Chris Jones and Brian Lee have both been tradesmen for over 25 years, so this easy to understand book benefits from their experiences and tricks of the trade. It makes DIY fun rather than a chore and is an essential gift for the toolbox of every DIY enthusiast.

DIY

Chris Jones & Brian Lee

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The Greatest Guide to

Dogs by Joe Inglis ISBN 978-1-90790607-7

Dogs The Greatest Guide to

Joe Inglis

A book that every dog owner will treasure and dip into during the lifetime of their faithful friend! Full of useful tips for coping with the trials and tribulations of owning a dog. Celebrity vet, Joe Inglis, gives sound practical advice in an amusing style.

The Greatest Guide to

Cats

He contributes regularly in pet magazines and newspapers. Also, he has developed his own range of natural pet food for dogs and cats.

by Joe Inglis ISBN 978-1-90790615-2

Cats The Greatest Guide to

Joe Inglis

Since starring in the hit British BBC 1 television series ‘Vets in Practice’, Joe Inglis has managed to juggle the demands of being a vet with a blossoming and diverse media career. This has included presenting roles in many television programs, most notably The One Show, This Morning, The Wright Stuff, Blue Peter and BBC Breakfast.

This is the book for all cat lovers! Also written by Joe Inglis, it is full of great tips from choosing a cat or kitten to giving it a happy, healthy and long life. There are sections on cat nutrition, health and behavior, making this the purr-fect little book!

Animals & Pets

Joe qualified as a veterinary surgeon in 1996 and he attributes his passion for the natural world and great spirit of adventure to being a direct descendent of Charles Darwin – his greatgreat-great-grandson to be precise!


The Greatest Guide to

Horses & Ponies by Joanne Bednall

The Greatest Guide to

ISBN 978-1-90790613-8

Horses & Ponies Photographs by Bob Langrish MBE

Joanne Bednall

No keen rider’s library will be complete without this practical book bursting at the seams with handy horsey hints and tricks of the trade. Written by established equestrian writer and author Joanne Bednall and with a foreword by model and TV personality Jodie Kidd, this book offers something for everyone, whether you are a learner rider or have spent years on the saddle.

After starting out reporting for local newspapers, Joanne Bednall spent 12 years as a staff writer on equestrian magazines, ranging from popular teen title Horse and Pony to adult monthly Horse, as well as freelancing for Your Horse and penning several children’s books on riding and pony care for Dorling Kindersley’s Funfax series. When Joanne isn’t writing, she enjoys long country walks with her golden retrievers, Rolo and Indi, and riding her thoroughbred mare, Antonia. All the photographs in this book are by Bob Langrish MBE. Bob has established a firm reputation as one of the foremost international equestrian photographers in the world. After 38 years of specialization in this field, he has built an equestrian photographic library of over 400,000 pictures covering all aspects of the horse. He has taken photographs at six Olympic games and travels to the United States of America at least 7 times a year. He works for top equestrian magazines in more than 20 countries around the World.

Books that bring you the best of everything


Greatest Guides Limited Woodstock Bridge End Warwick CV34 6PD United Kingdom t: +44 (0)1926 258553 e: publisher@greatestguides.com

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