Michael O'Mara Books UK trade publishing catalogue 2018 by Michael O'Mara Books

MICHAEL O’MARA BOOKS CATALOGUE 2018

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MICHAEL O’MARA

BOOKS

CATALOGUE 2018

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CONTENTS

BIOGRAPHY

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HISTORY

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LANGUAGE AND POETRY

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POPULAR SCIENCE AND SMART THINKING

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WELLBEING

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CREATIVE ACTIVITY AND STATIONERY

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HUMOUR

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BACKLIST

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BIOGRAPHY

‘Andrew Morton is one of the most prominent authors of his generation.’ DAILY EXPRESS

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ISBN 9781782439615 Price £20 Publication 12 April 2018

Format Hardback • 234 x 153mm Extent 256pp 32pp colour photos

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A Hollywood Princess

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MEGHAN ANDREW MORTON Since the engagement between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was announced in November 2017, our fascination with the woman who smashed the royal mould has rocketed. Andrew Morton interviews those closest to Meghan to uncover the story of her life, from her fractious childhood growing up in The Valley in LA, through her previous marriage and divorce, her struggles in Hollywood and her work as a humanitarian ambassador – so redolent of Princess Diana’s passions. Finishing with an account of her romance with Prince Harry, Morton reflects on the impact that Meghan has already made on the rigid traditions of the House of Windsor and what the future might hold.

• The first in-depth biography of the woman who is set to change the face of the monarchy • Includes never-before-seen photographs and exclusive interviews with family members and friends, revealing a comprehensive, unparalleled look at her life • Morton is an award-winning author and leading royal biographer. His book Diana: Her True Story has sold over 5 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than thirty-five languages

ANDREW MORTON is one of the world’s best-known biographers and a leading authority on modern celebrity and royalty. He is the author of the internationally bestselling biography Diana: Her True Story and many other Number 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestsellers. 4

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HOT FLUSH Motherhood, the Menopause and Me MICHELLE HEATON

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At the age of thirty-three, Michelle Heaton, singer, TV presenter, mother and wife, underwent a double mastectomy and hysterectomy to reduce the risk of cancer caused by the BRCA2 gene mutation. The journey that Michelle’s body embarked upon following the surgeries led her into the menopause in her mid-thirties. In this unique and highly moving book, Michelle shares her story with the millions of women who are experiencing menopause right now. • Candid and at times heartbreakingly sad, Michelle tells of how she came to discover the truth about the BRCA2 gene mutation and its consequences for her • Michelle’s frank and open approach will inspire other women to tackle the physical and emotional challenges of menopause head on

MICHELLE HEATON is a pop singer, television personality and personal trainer. Born in Gateshead, she was a member of the pop group Liberty X, with whom she still tours. She is a FETAC-qualified personal trainer. ISBN 9781782439530 Price £18.99 Publication 3 May 2018

Format Hardback • 234 x 153mm Extent 256pp 16pp colour photos

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MY FAB-U-LOUS LIFE! CRAIG REVEL HORWOOD

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The third instalment in Craig Revel Horwood’s frank and funny autobiography takes the reader through the highs and lows of the Strictly Come Dancing star’s ‘FABu-lous’ life. Join Craig as he shares his famously trenchant views on a host of Strictly stars past and present, as well as revealing the twists and turns of his life on- and off-stage. Witty, revealing and honest, this is Craig at his very best. • A roller-coaster story of shows, dancing and family heartbreak • Full of Craig’s typical wit, warmth and humour • Published to coincide with the sixteenth series of Strictly

Praise for Craig’s previous titles:

‘Fab-u-lous!’ WOMAN MAGAZINE

‘Craig writes affectionately about his larger-than-life family’ YOU MAGAZINE

CRAIG REVEL HORWOOD is a critically acclaimed dancer, director and choreographer, as well as an accomplished artist. He has been a member of the judging panel on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing since it began. ISBN 9781789290202 Price £18.99 Publication 1 November 2018

Format Hardback • 234 x 153mm Extent 256pp

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THE ARDLAMONT MYSTERY The Real-Life Story Behind the Creation of Sherlock Holmes

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DANIEL SMITH In 1893, young army officer Cecil Hambrough was killed in Ardlamont, Scotland, unleashing one of the most gripping court cases Victorian Britain had ever seen. Even more remarkably, the case brought together two pioneering forensic experts – Joseph Bell and Henry Littlejohn – upon whom Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes happened to be based. Their involvement in the Ardlamont mystery reveals how the world’s most famous detective came to be. • The tale of the real-life Holmeses’ involvement in the Ardlamont case – and the full extent of their ties to Doyle and the great detective – has never been told before • Author Daniel Smith re-examines the evidence of the case, putting forward his own theory as to why Hambrough was killed

DANIEL SMITH is an expert on all things Holmes, and is the author of How to Think Like Sherlock (Michael O’Mara Books, 2012) and The Sherlock Holmes Companion. ISBN 9781782438458 Price £18.99

Publication 3 May 2018 Format Hardback • 234 x 153mm

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WALLIS IN LOVE The Untold True Passion of the Duchess of Windsor

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ANDREW MORTON From the author of the iconic Diana: Her True Story, comes a fascinating and revelatory new biography of Wallis Simpson; the woman whose love affair with Edward VIII scandalized a nation and caused the new king to abdicate in her name. But was Wallis truly in love with her king? Through impeccable research, some previously unseen, Morton presents a shocking alternative to what we think we know about the true love of Wallis Simpson’s life. • A fascinating follow-up to the author’s bestselling 17 Carnations • Meticulous and revelatory research, shines a new and hugely intriguing light on this notorious woman • Andrew Morton’s reputation as a popular royal historian is unmatched. Diana: Her True Story has sold over 5 million copies since first publication

ANDREW MORTON is one of the world’s best-known biographers. His books include the ground-breaking Diana: Her True Story and 17 Carnations: The Windsors, the Nazis and the Cover-up, as well as a forthcoming biography of Meghan Markle. ISBN 9781782437222 Price £20 Publication Available

Format Hardback • 234 x 153mm Extent 400pp 16pp colour photos

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SOMEBODY’S MOTHER, SOMEBODY’S DAUGHTER Victims and Survivors of the Yorkshire Ripper

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CAROL ANN LEE Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper, is currently serving twenty concurrent sentences for the murder of thirteen women and attempting to murder seven others. Hard-hitting and heartbreaking, the previously untold stories of the victims of the Yorkshire Ripper and their families shed new light on a case that still grips the nation. • A compelling and detailed account based on first-hand research • Offers a unique perspective – told from the point of view of the women and their families • Includes new interviews, photographs and maps

CAROL ANN LEE is a bestselling author. Her first book, a biography of Anne Frank, was published to great acclaim and five of her books have been optioned for television and film. ISBN 9781782439103 Price £8.99

Publication 14 June 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mm

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HOW TO THINK LIKE OBAMA NEW

DANIEL SMITH Learn how to make a real difference in the world as you gain an insight into the mind of Barack Obama. • With sections on all areas of his life and works, and quotes and passages by and about America’s 44th president, this book shows how you too can think like someone who was the most powerful person in the world

ISBN 9781782439943 Price £12.99

Publication 18 October 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm Extent 224pp

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BTS Icons of K-pop ADRIAN BESLEY

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BTS is the breakthrough K-pop band. For the first time, this unofficial biography tells the story of the Korean boy band with a global army of fans. Extensively researched, and written in an upbeat and accessible style, this book interweaves the success stories of each of the boys – Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook – with how the band got together, while documenting their amazing rise to fame in Southeast Asia, and then the world. • The first-ever biography of this popular boy band • Their latest album hit #1 in the iTunes chart in over 70 countries, and their music videos get hundreds of millions of views on YouTube • Time magazine named them in their 2017 ‘Top 25 Most Influential People on the Internet’ list, and they have been profiled in US Vogue

ADRIAN BESLEY is a freelance writer. He has written many successful non-fiction titles, including the recent official Monty Python Hidden Secrets and boy band biography 5 Seconds of Summer Confidential. ISBN 9781782439684 Price £9.99

Publication 23 August 2018 Format Paperback • 234 x 153mm

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The Unauthorized Biography

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BIOGRAPHY

ARIANA DANNY WHITE This compelling biography is packed with fascinating details about the real Ariana Grande – what drives, motivates and moves her, and how she overcame all the obstacles and challenges that loomed on the path to superstardom. • A full, unflinching portrait of the chart-topping pop sensation

ISBN 9781782439745 Price £7.99

Publication 14 June 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mmm

LAST MAN STANDING

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Tales from Tinseltown ROGER MOORE In this fabulous collection of true stories from his stellar career, the late great Sir Roger Moore lifts the lid on the movie business, featuring outrageous tales from and about such stars as Sean Connery, Michael Caine, Gregory Peck – and many more. • Featuring exclusive photographs ISBN 9781782439516 Price £9.99

‘Deliciously indiscreet’

Publication 31 May 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mm

MAIL ON SUNDAY Extent 272pp 16pp photos Rights available WAL

BIOGRAPHY

ROAD RACER

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It’s in My Blood MICHAEL DUNLOP The full, untold story of Michael Dunlop, the biggest name in motorcycle racing on the roads and winner of 15 Isle of Man TTs. • Reveals how a man who lost his father, Robert, and uncle, Joey, to road racing not only continues competing in the sport, but excels in it ISBN 9781782439097 Price £9.99

Publication 19 April 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mmm

LONE RIDER

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The First British Woman to Motorcycle Around the World ELSPETH BEARD Elspeth Beard recounts her remarkable story of determination, bravery and a life-changing adventure. • Includes two eight-page picture sections, packed with fascinating photographs from her journey ISBN 9781782439622 Price £9.99

Publication 5 April 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mm

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Through the Seasons

BIOGRAPHY

A YORKSHIRE VET JULIAN NORTON Star of the hit Channel 5 series The Yorkshire Vet, Julian Norton has won the hearts of viewers and readers, and his passion for his job shines through on every page of this heartwarming and evocative book. In it, he relates many stories about his life and the animals he treats in the county he loves so much. • Stories of a hardworking vet, told with warmth and wit • From alpacas to swans, guinea pigs to puppies, Julian cares for all sorts of animals and has some wonderful stories to tell

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• The sixth series begins on Channel 5 in Spring 2018

‘Heartwarming without ever being twee, laced through with humour, grit and wit: a compelling read.’ THE LADY

ISBN 9781782438359 Price £8.99 198 x 129mm Extent 256pp Rights available WAL

JULIAN NORTON qualified as a veterinary surgeon in 1996. A keen triathlete, he lives in Thirsk with his wife, Anne, and two sons, Jack and Archie. ISBN 9781789290059 Price £8.99

Publication 23 August 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mm

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HISTORY

HOW TO BEHAVE BADLY IN RENAISSANCE BRITAIN NEW

RUTH GOODMAN Journey through a history of offensive language, insulting gestures, insolent behaviour, brawling and scandal in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, with practical tips on just how to horrify the neighbours. • By introducing us to the rule breakers, bestselling historian and popular TV presenter Ruth Goodman shows what really mattered to the Tudors and Stuarts • Discover how to choose the perfect insult and how to handle yourself in a fight, as well as learning what could happen to you if you flashed the inside of your hat and the politics of men kissing each other on the lips

‘Ruth is the queen of living history – long may she reign!’ LUCY WORSLEY

RUTH GOODMAN is a social historian and regular TV broadcaster and presenter. She has presented a number of hugely successful series for the BBC, and is also a regular expert presenter on The One Show. ISBN 9781782438496 Price £20

Publication 5 April 2018 Format Hardback • 234 x 153mm

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PANDEMIC 1918 The Story of the Deadliest Influenza in History

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CATHARINE ARNOLD The influenza pandemic of 1918 was the greatest human disaster of the 20th century and most likely in all recorded history, killing close to 100 million people. Catharine Arnold marks the centenary with a moving and unique history, filled with eye-witness accounts. • Uses new evidence and unpublished documents garnered from a wide array of sources • Narrates the personal experiences of those who lived and died

‘Catharine Arnold’s book offers us a coherent, well-researched and sanitary reminder that another pandemic could be just around the corner with equally horrific consequences.’ SIR TONY ROBINSON

CATHARINE ARNOLD is the author of a number of much-acclaimed histories, including Necropolis: London and its Dead, Bedlam: London and its Mad and City of Sin: London and its Vices. ISBN 9781782438083 Price £20

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HISTORY

24 HOURS IN ANCIENT EGYPT A Day in the Life of the People Who Lived There

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DONALD P. RYAN Have you ever wondered what it was like to live and work in Egypt, the most powerful kingdom of the ancient world? Spend a day with 24 Egyptians to see the world through their eyes. • Set in the ancient city of Thebes, each chapter is an hour in the life of a different Egyptian, building up a picture of an average day in the city • Draws upon ancient sources to tell the tales of a cast of 24 lively characters from their points of view, painting a complex picture of the social structure of ancient Egypt

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• Characters come from all levels of society – from the king to the breadmaker, the priestess to the fisherman, the soldier to the midwife – see how they lived and worked, and get to grips with the sights, smells, struggles and conflicts of ancient Egypt

ISBN 9781782438564 Price £12.99 198 x 129mm Extent 272pp Rights available WAL

DONALD P. RYAN is an archaeologist and the author of Ancient Egypt on Five Deben a Day. His expeditions to the Valley of the Kings have uncovered lost tombs and mummies, including one to feature in this book. ISBN 9781782439110 Price £12.99

Publication 18 October 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm Extent 272pp

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HISTORY

THE MYSTERIES OF HISTORY Unravelling the Truth from the Myths of Our Past

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GRAEME DONALD As Napoleon himself once said, ‘History is a version of past events that people have decided to agree upon’. How do these false accounts become accepted truth in the first place, and why? Graeme Donald takes us on an entertaining romp through the centuries, revealing the truth behind some of the greatest fallacies of our documented history. • From Cleopatra, Marco Polo and Joan of Arc, to the Charge of the Light Brigade and the siege of Khartoum – the startling reality behind some of the most iconic characters and events in history revealed • A fascinating look at why so much of our past has been misrepresented and the motivations of those responsible

GRAEME DONALD is the author of a number of books about history, the meaning of words and popular misconceptions, including When the Earth was Flat, The Accidental Scientist and The Long and the Short of It. ISBN 978782439028 Price £9.99

Publication 19 April 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm Extent 256pp

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HISTORY

DEAREST, DEAREST ALBERT Queen Victoria’s Life Through Her Letters and Journals

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COMPILED BY KAREN DOLBY Using excerpts from her letters and diaries, this book shows the very human face of Queen Victoria, from spirited young princess to caring Queen, passionate bride and loving mother to great-grandmother of a royal dynasty who gave her name to the age of improvement. • Victoria kept a journal from the age of thirteen up until days before her death, many decades later • Sheds new light on the private thoughts and feelings of Queen Victoria, rather than the formal ‘royal’ persona we think we know • Published to coincide with the broadcast of the third series of ITV’s award-winning drama Victoria

KAREN DOLBY is a freelance writer. Among her books are The Wicked Wit of Queen Elizabeth II, The Wicked Wit of Prince Philip and Oranges and Lemons: Rhymes From Past Times. ISBN 9781782439677 Price £9.99

Publication 20 September 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm

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HISTORY

CHURCHILL’S PLATYPUS And Other Little-known Facts About the ‘Greatest Briton’

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JACOB F. FIELD This fascinating and highly entertaining book contains many little-known anecdotes, facts and details about the life of Winston Churchill, the ‘man of the century’ who, in 2002, was voted the Greatest Briton of All Time. It provides new insight into his life, as well as intriguing facts about how he lived and worked, his friends and enemies, hobbies, loves and hates. • Read the story of the duckbilled platypus – named Winston – that was sent from Australia to join Churchill’s menagerie at Chartwell • Contains a raft of stories that will provide even the Churchill aficionado with another perspective on the great man

JACOB F. FIELD is a historian and writer. His books include One Bloody Thing After Another: The World’s Gruesome History and We Shall Fight Them on the Beaches: The Speeches That Inspired History, both published by Michael O’Mara Books. ISBN 9781782439721 Price £9.99

Publication 18 October 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm

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THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD QUIZ BOOK 1,000 Questions and Answers to Test Your Knowledge

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MEREDITH MACARDLE Starting with the Bronze Age and ending up in the mid-twentieth century, this comprehensive quiz book is broken down into ten enthralling chapters and covers 5,500 years of world history. From the first empires and civilizations, through the middle ages, the Renaissance, and both World Wars, there is a host of challenging questions – including map and picture, and multiple choice – to broaden your knowledge of our history and cultures since civilization began. • Multiple choice, maps and pictures make this a visually stimulating memory workout • From the co-author of The Twentieth Century in Bite-sized Chunks, which has sold over 150,000 copies worldwide

MEREDITH MACARDLE is a historian who has previously written The Timeline History of China, The Timeline History of the Middle Ages, and is co-author of The Twentieth Century in Bite-sized Chunks. ISBN 9781782439004 Price £9.99

Publication 19 April 2018 Format Paperback • 234 x 153mm Extent 224pp

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HISTORY

MEDIEVAL WOMAN Village Life in the Middle Ages ANN BAER A year in the life of a peasant woman in medieval England is vividly evoked in this extraordinary portrait of Marion, a carpenter’s wife. Based on years of research, Ann Baer brings Marion’s daily reality to life.

‘Completely persuasive and ringing with truth.’ PHILIPPA GREGORY ISBN 9781782438984 Price £9.99

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A VICTORIAN LADY’S GUIDE TO LIFE

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ELSPETH MARR, EDITED BY CHRISTOPHER RUSH In this delightful and engagingly eccentric treasury of recollections, Elspeth Marr reflects on the fundamental topics of life and everyday living.

‘Genuinely funny.’ WASHINGTON POST

ISBN 9781782438922 Price £7.99

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LANGUAGE AND POETRY

RING-A-RING O’ROSES

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Old Rhymes and Their True Meanings DIANA CRAIG This delightful book takes the reader on a journey into the weird and wonderful world of nursery rhymes. Offering a selection of more than 100 of our best-loved and widely known rhymes, it delves beneath the surface of the verses to interpret their meaning and reveal their historical origins.

ISBN 9781782439882

ALL THAT GLISTERS . . .

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And Other Quotations You Should Know CAROLINE TAGGART In this book you’ll find some of the pithiest, wisest and most fascinating quotations we should all know, detailing where each quote came from and why it might be useful when searching for an elegant phrase to illustrate a point, spice up a conversation or impress one’s friends. ISBN 9781782439974

Price £9.99

Publication 18 October 2018 Format Hardback • 178 x 111mm

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Weird Ways to Remember Things JAMES M. RUSSELL Mnemonics are fantastic memory aids that can make all the difference when trying to recall certain types of information. Many of us learned them at school and new mnemonics are popping up all the time. This fascinating book collects together a cornucopia of mnemonics old and new and explains their uses and origins.

LANGUAGE AND POETRY

NEVER EAT SHREDDED WHEAT

ISBN 9781782439899

AN UNKINDNESS OF RAVENS A Book of Collective Nouns CHLOE RHODES This fascinating book tells the stories of the evocative phrases we know as collective nouns – one of the most charming oddities of the English language. If you often wonder why geese are in a gaggle, or whether crows are actually murderous, this is the book for you!

Price £9.99

Publication 18 October 2018 Format Hardback • 178 x 111mm

ISBN 9781782433038

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LANGUAGE AND POETRY

LE MOT JUSTE How to Impress Tout le Monde with Your French

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IMOGEN FORTES Have you ever wondered exactly what déjà vu is? Have you made a faux pas? Voulez-vous an explanation of the above? Then voilà, here is a collection of les mots justes to help you bring that certain je ne sais quoi of the French language into everyday conversation. • A beautifully packaged gift book which contains 150 idioms and phrases and covers all major lifestyle topics, such as love and romance, arts and culture, food and fashion • Always in vogue, the inimitable chic of French style and language is celebrated for a whole new generation

IMOGEN FORTES is a writer, editor and author of The Design Museum’s Paris in Fifty Design Icons and The Rough Guide to Paris. She has written books on behalf of cultural institutions, brands, restaurants and chefs. ISBN 9781782439868 Price £9.99

Publication 4 October 2018 Format Hardback • 160 x 120mm

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JOSEPH PIERCY

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If you frequently feel that you can’t find the right words, then look no further! This useful lexicon will boost your word power by providing the meaning of 1000 superb yet forgotten words, as well as their origins, examples in context and a wealth of word trivia.

LANGUAGE AND POETRY

1000 WORDS TO EXPAND YOUR VOCABULARY

• Contains a vast selection ranging from everyday useful words to the more elegant and archaic • Perfect for those who love language • Will help you to write and speak more confidently

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• Accessible and fascinating

ISBN 9781782432944 Price £9.99 198 x 129mm Extent 192pp Rights available WAL

JOSEPH PIERCY is a freelance writer. He holds a Master of Philosophy degree in English Studies and is the author of several books, including The Story of English, The 25 Rules of Grammar and Symbols. ISBN 9781782438915 Price £9.99

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BEST-LOVED POEMS A Treasury of Verse ANA SAMPSON A treasure trove of poetry’s greatest hits in the English language, perfect for dipping into whenever the moment takes you. • Over 100 poems, arranged into themes of love, nature, childhood, war and family • From the classics of Wordsworth, Donne and Keats to such modern masters as Hughes, Heaney and Larkin, work from over half a millennium of poetry is here to enjoy

ISBN 9781782437246 Price £9.99

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ANA SAMPSON grew up in Kent. She studied English Literature before starting a career in publishing PR. Ana has contributed articles to various publications and has appeared on television and radio discussing books, book clubs and poetry. 27

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THE EVERYDAY POET Poems to Live By EDITED BY DEBORAH ALMA A thoughtful and varied compilation of feel-good poems perfect for any day and any situation. • Compiled and edited by Deborah Alma, the world’s first emergency poet • Featuring poets from all eras, including Sylvia Plath, Dylan Thomas, William Wordsworth and Seamus Heaney ISBN 9781782436577 Price £9.99

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THE EMERGENCY POET An Anti-Stress Poetry Anthology EDITED BY DEBORAH ALMA This anthology will help you overcome stress and other anxieties as it prescribes you poetic help to nurse your emotional maladies. • Poets featured include Emily Dickinson, Derek Mahon, Siegfried Sassoon and Thomas Hardy, among others

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INFINITY IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND Making Sense of the Wonders of Our Universe MARCUS CHOWN

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Bestselling author Marcus Chown explores some of the most profound and important science about us, our world and beyond by examining some astonishing facts that reveal the vast complexities of our universe. With brilliant clarity Chown explains the pivotal scientific discoveries in human history that have deepened our understanding of who we are, where we came from and the wonders of our universe. • Discover why: we are all made of stardust; babies are powered by rocket fuel; and we all live in a giant hologram • Witty, engaging and perfect for the non-scientist Praise for The Ascent of Gravity, the 2017 Sunday Times Science Book of the Year:

‘Chown is good company . . . eminently readable.’ GUARDIAN

‘Timely, accessible . . . an admirably light touch.’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

MARCUS CHOWN is an award-winning writer and broadcaster. Formerly a radio astronomer at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, he is cosmology consultant for New Scientist. ISBN 9781782437352 Price £14.99

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From the Big Bang to the End of the Universe

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PAUL PARSONS The whole story as we currently understand it – from nothing, to the birth of our universe, to its ultimate fate. The formulation of the Big Bang theory is a story that combines some of the most farreaching concepts in fundamental physics with equally far-reaching observations of the universe. And as our understanding of the birth of the universe deepens, so does the realization that it cannot last for ever.

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THE BEGINNING AND THE END OF EVERYTHING

• From ancient beliefs about the stars and the planets, to Hawking’s quantum theory of gravity, through to the Big Bang cosmology of today • Including the latest astronomical observations and theoretical breakthroughs, as well as examining the theories that reveal how our universe could end

PAUL PARSONS was formerly a theoretical cosmologist. Now a science journalist and author, he has also served both as editor of BBC Focus magazine and managing editor of BBC Sky at Night magazine. ISBN 9781782439561 Price £16.99

Publication 1 November 2018 Format Hardback • 234 x 153mm

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11 EXPLORATIONS INTO LIFE ON EARTH Christmas Lectures from the Royal Institution HELEN SCALES, FOREWORD BY SIR DAVID ATTENBOROUGH The second in a series of books in association with the Royal Institution on their world-renowned Christmas Lectures, this time exploring the secrets of the natural world – with a foreword by Sir David Attenborough. ISBN 9781782438403 Price £12.99

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13 JOURNEYS THROUGH SPACE AND TIME Christmas Lectures from the Royal Institution COLIN STUART, FOREWORD BY TIM PEAKE The first in a series of books in association with the Royal Institution on their Christmas Lectures, featuring thirteen captivating Lectures on space and time – with a foreword by ESA astronaut Tim Peake. ISBN 9781782436874 Price £12.99

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The Surprisingly Simple Ways to Reach Big Goals OWAIN SERVICE AND RORY GALLAGHER Drawing on their experience as MDs of the world-famous Nudge Unit, Service and Gallagher translate the highly effective ‘nudge toolkit’ into a simple seven-step plan for happiness and success.

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THINK SMALL

‘Great ... go nudge yourself.’ RICHARD THALER

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THE SCIENCE OF EVERYDAY LIFE

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Why Teapots Dribble, Toast Burns and Light Bulbs Shine MARTY JOPSON A fun and accessible guide to the science behind everyday objects and natural phenomena. • A great gift for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of science

ISBN 9781782439608 Price £8.99

Publication 14 June 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mm

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THE UNIVERSE IN BITE-SIZED CHUNKS COLIN STUART

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Since the earliest humans walked the earth, the vast mysteries and wonders of the night sky have fascinated and beguiled us, as we’ve struggled to understand our place in the cosmos. In this easily digestible book we embark on an incredible journey through all the essential astronomical discoveries, from the beliefs of ancient civilizations, through to the recent groundbreaking observations of the gravitational waves predicted by Einstein over 100 years ago. • Fascinating overview of our universe and the discoveries astronomers have made through the centuries, written in clear, accessible language for the non-scientist

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COLIN STUART is an astronomy journalist and author. He has written for the Guardian, European Space Agency and New Scientist among others, and is a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society. ISBN 9781782438649 Price £9.99

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A solid grasp of mathematical principles is important if we want to understand the world around us and deal with everyday problems. This enlightening book proves that it’s easy to simplify maths with accessible and entertaining information and is an essential guide for anyone looking to brush up their maths skills or for something more intellectually challenging. Let this book guide you through the complexities of mathematics and demystify this fascinating subject. • Covers all the key topics, from algebra to geometry, fractions to percentages and more

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Publication 5 April 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm

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PLATO’S ALARM CLOCK And Other Amazing Ancient Inventions

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JAMES M. RUSSELL Discover the true history of the most extraordinary inventions and mysterious devices of the ancient world, such as early Chinese mechanical clocks, the first rockets, and Damascus steel – once the hardest metal in the world, which we no longer know how to make – and, of course, Plato’s incredible alarm clock. • Featuring ancient inventions and breakthroughs from around the world and across the centuries • Offers a glimpse into past eras that were far more technologically advanced than we realize • Includes illustrations and diagrams throughout

JAMES M. RUSSELL has a philosophy degree from Cambridge University and has taught at the Open University. He is the author of several books. ISBN 9781782439349 Price £9.99

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THE LITTLE BOOK OF BIG IDEAS 150 Concepts and Breakthroughs that Transformed History DANIEL SMITH A compact, concise but substantial exploration of some of the most enduring ideas in human history; the concepts and theories that have radically transformed global civilizations. Topics covered include Creation Mythology, Existentialism, Genetics, Warfare, Anarchism, Behaviourism and Art and Architecture. • Accessible history, philosophy and transformative ideas from the ancient and the modern world • From the author of the How to Think Like… series for Michael O’Mara Books, which has been published in over 20 languages and sold over 413,000 copies worldwide

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DANIEL SMITH is a non-fiction author and editor who has written expertly across a range of subjects. He lives in London with his wife and two children. ISBN 9781782438298 Price £12.99

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A POCKET COACH A brand-new range of pocket-sized, gift, self-help companions, beautifully packaged in small, hardback format as the perfect treat for yourself or a loved one.

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Manage everyday common stress and anxiety – from navigating your morning commute to improving professional and personal environments – and handling daily stress triggers. Dr Sarah Arnold’s expert narrative and guidance, includes easyto-implement exercises and step-by-step techniques for regaining your equilibrium.

Price £7.99 Publication 18 October 2018

Connect with your empathy and kindness, towards yourself and others. Sharpen your selfawareness and implement acts of self-care and thoughtfulness into everyday life. With background philosophy, thoughtprovoking prompts, techniques and exercises, bring kindness into your life and maintain a compassionate lifestyle.

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Tackle niggling self-doubt and learn to silence your inner-critic. Reclaim your confidence with affirming and thought-provoking explanatory narrative, and invaluable guided exercises to get you back on track and achieve personal and professional goals.

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Improve both your quality and quantity of sleep and sleep patterns with this soothing manual to help you prepare and build healthy relaxation routines at night. Tips on diet and exercise, tackling underlying stress and stimulation triggers – and practical techniques – will guide you to a better bedtime.

• Accessible and clear expert advice, exercises and techniques • Pocket-sized, vital and cool self-care companions • From the expert author of The Mindfulness Companion and a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Mindfulness practitioner

DR SARAH JANE ARNOLD is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, who works with clients on life issues and specific mental health difficulties to enhance their wellbeing through integrative, mindfulness-informed psychological therapy and using cognitive techniques.

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THE WELLBEING JOURNAL Creative Activities to Inspire In aid of

Developed in partnership with Mind, the mental health charity, this beautifully hand-illustrated companion is filled with a variety of simple exercises to help support your wellbeing.

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• All author royalties will be donated to Mind ISBN 9781782438007 Price £9.99 inc. VAT

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THE MINDFULNESS COMPANION A Creative Journal to Bring Calm to Your Day DR SARAH JANE ARNOLD Make your day a mindful one with the activities and guided colouring in this beautifully designed journal. • Presents a range of exercises that use colouring, quotes and spaces for reflection to help you enjoy greater wellbeing ISBN 9781782435815 Price £9.99 inc. VAT

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GIVE A F**K A Brief Inventory of Ways In Which You Can

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FELICITY MORSE Journalist and life coach Felicity Morse has brought a smart and witty focus to the self-care and personal development genre with this philosophical, practical and inclusive guide to ‘caring and compassion’ in a world that has encouraged us to not give a f**k. Covering Self, Relationships, Community and Infinity and Beyond, this book combines humour, expertise and exercises to entertain as much as it informs and effects change for the reader. Transform your attitude to caring, redefine happiness, and live the life you want to live. • A smart shelf-companion to the likes of The Life-changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k • Witty, thought provoking and refreshing new perspective on self-compassion

FELICITY MORSE is a digital journalist, editor, social-media consultant and life coach. She has written and worked for Huffington Post UK, the Independent, GQ, the BBC and more recently was digital editor for iNews. She is now a full-time life coach and self-development writer. ISBN 9781782439196 Price £9.99

Publication 6 September 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm

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EXTREME PUZZLE CHALLENGES An innovative and exciting series, perfect for puzzle enthusiasts.

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MAKING WINTER A Creative Guide for Surviving the Winter Months EMMA MITCHELL Banish winter blues and embrace the frosty months by cosying up with this beautifully packaged and natureinspired collection of crafts that are designed to boost your mood. Step-by-step instructions, and stunning photographs shot at Emma’s cottage in the Fens, take you through 28 projects, from delicate silver jewellery, paper-craft decorations and crocheted mittens, to foraged infusions, delicious recipes and nature diaries. • Gorgeously designed and packaged, with over 80 photographs and 40 hand-drawn illustrations

‘Gentle, beautiful, skilled and creative’ ROBERT MACFARLANE

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EMMA MITCHELL is a popular designer-maker, naturalist, illustrator and craft teacher. She has a monthly column in Countryfile magazine and is a Country Diarist for the Guardian. ISBN 9781910552650 Price £14.99

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THE ART OF WINNIE-THE-POOH How E. H. Shepard Illustrated an Icon JAMES CAMPBELL Discover the story behind A. A. Milne and E. H. Shepard’s remarkable partnership and follow the evolution of Shepard’s work, from those first tentative sketches through to the illustrations we know and love.

ISBN 9781910552773 Price £25

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SHEPARD’S WAR E. H. Shepard, the Man Who Drew Winnie-the-Pooh JAMES CAMPBELL A personal, illustrated narrative of the First World War, seen through the mainly unpublished, contemporary drawings, illustrations and written commentary of E. H. Shepard, illustrator of Winnie-the-Pooh.

‘An intimate view of the reality of war’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

ISBN 9781910552100 Price £25

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An exquisite range of books, published in association with the Royal Horticultural Society.

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A stunning range of fullcolour illustrated stationery, published in association with the British Museum.

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A stunning new range of stationery, produced in association with The National Gallery.

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Landscapes The postcards in this selection represent some of the finest landscapes in the National Gallery and range from paintings by Turner, Constable and Seurat to Renoir, Pizarro and Van Gogh.

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Masterpieces The postcards in this selection represent many of the finest artworks in The National Gallery, with paintings by Van Gogh, Cézanne, Monet, Stubbs, Raphael and many more.

• Each book contains 20 postcards to pull out and send • An unparalleled range of artwork from the third most visited museum in the world – over 6.5 million visitors annually Price £8.99 inc. VAT Publication 22 March 2018

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SHE SAID Witty Words from Wise Women DOMINIQUE ENRIGHT

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In this inspirational collection of the wit and wisdom of women through the ages, you will find wise words from writers, artists, politicians, actors, musicians and fashionistas, from Sappho to Beyoncé and Dorothy Parker to Carrie Fisher. Featuring women from as far back as 700 BC right up to the modern day, the quotations and classic one-liners found here will inspire and delight. • Celebrates brilliant women • Inspirational and funny – the perfect book to dip into and enjoy • A wonderful gift for the witty women in your life

‘A woman’s tongue is a deadly weapon and the most difficult thing in the world to keep in order.’ ELIZABETH VON ARNIM

DOMINIQUE ENRIGHT is a freelance writer and editor. Her previous works include The Wicked Wit of Jane Austen and anthologies of Burns, Keats, Kipling and Wordsworth. ISBN 9781782439271 Price £9.99

Publication 14 June 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm

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LIFE LESSONS I LEARNED FROM MY CAT ILLUSTRATED BY JAMIE SHELMAN Cat lovers are invited to curl up with the art of Jamie Shelman and celebrate our favourite feline friends. They may have nine lives but there is much cats can teach us about getting the most out of the one we have. Whether it’s advice for purrfecting your downtime, navigating romance, friendships or your career, this book features 100 essential lessons to help you through the ups and downs of life.

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• Covering all major life topics, this book will appeal to cat lovers everywhere • Hot on the paws of Cattitude, this book contains 100 illustrated essential life lessons that we can learn from our furry friends

‘Some people talk to animals. Not many listen though.’ A. A. MILNE

JAMIE SHELMAN is an artist and illustrator with a passion for fat cats and good design. She has a degree in Painting from The Rhode Island School of Design and currently lives in Baltimore, MD in the US. ISBN 9781910552919 Price £9.99

Publication 4 October 2018 Format Hardback • 185 x 135mm

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OUTWITTING HOUSEWORK 101 Cunning Stratagems to Reduce Your Housework to a Minimum

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BARTY PHILLIPS An essential guide to making your house gleam without breaking a sweat. Entertaining and packed full of time-saving tips, household expert Barty Phillips shares her clever tricks for avoiding chores wherever possible, revealing her sanity-saving shortcuts and creative advice for keeping those boring tasks to a minimum. • Artful, wryly humorous and packed full of tried and trusted techniques for avoiding housework wherever you can, showing exactly what you really have to do as well as what you can get away with

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BARTY PHILLIPS is an author and journalist. She was Home Correspondent at the Observer for sixteen years and now works freelance for several national magazines, including BBC Homes & Antiques. ISBN 9781782439141 Price £8.99

Publication 14 June 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mm

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THE 10 WORST OF EVERYTHING A Miscellany of Failure SAM JORDISON

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Most books celebrate the exceptions rather than the rule. They focus on the over-achievers, the unique and strange success stories. They don’t provide a fair reflection of the general tide of history – but they do make your average reader feel, well, more average. The 10 Worst of Everything redresses this imbalance and shows that you maybe shouldn’t take it too badly if your own plans aren’t working out. • A fascinating compendium of disappointing facts about the world, including mind-boggling information about history, art, movies, TV, music and science, as well as all the daft things we do to each other • This is an alternative take on history’s ‘best moments’ written by the author of the cult hit series Crap Towns

SAM JORDISON is a journalist, author and publisher. He writes for the Guardian and is the author of several best-selling books, including Crap Towns, and most recently, Literary London, co-written with Eloise Millar. ISBN 9781789290240 Price £12.99

Publication 4 October 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm

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THE WICKED WIT OF PRINCESS MARGARET KAREN DOLBY

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Princess Margaret, younger sister of Queen Elizabeth II, was noted for her beauty, her charisma, her rebellious nature – and for her mischievous wit, and at times quite brutal putdowns. Here we travel through the joy, controversy and tragedy of the Princess’s vivid life, and enjoy her notorious barbed sense of humour. • A timely and fascinating guide to the life and wit of this royal icon, particularly for fans of the Netflix series The Crown • Short, punchy and engagingly anecdotal, a laugh-out-loud collection of ripostes and a touching portrait of a complicated and strong-willed sister, daughter, wife, mother and princess

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THE WICKED WIT OF ... An Englishman, an Irishman and a Scotsman have never been shy about laughing at themselves or each other, and this brilliant series shows just why. Capturing the singular essence of each nation through its humour and wit, each book tips its hat to their greatness – and their daftness. • From one-liners to celebrated wits, eccentrics to dimwits, famous putdowns to barbed comments and much more, The Wicked Wit of … series is a celebration of all our idiosyncrasies • Engaging, mischievous and funny, a laugh-out-loud treat

ISBN 9781789290226 Price £9.99 Publication 1 November 2018

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ARE YOU A GRUMPY OLD GIT? QUIZ BOOK GEOFF TIBBALLS

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What causes many previously happy, carefree young men to become perpetual moaners as soon as they hit middle age? Now, experts have found the answer: the grumpy gene. But how can you tell if you or your loved ones possess it? This book has been devised to gauge your reaction to hundreds of different situations and indicate where you rate on the grumpy scale. • From supermarket scanning machines that make you tear your hair out to parcel delivery men who ignore the address on the label and dump your eagerly awaited package three doors down • Wry, funny and well observed, perfect for the grumpy old git (or grumpyold-git-in-waiting) in your life

GEOFF TIBBALLS has written many bestselling books, including Senior Jokes, (The Ones You Can Remember), Seriously Senior Moments (Or, Have You Bought This Book Before?) and The Grumpy Old Git’s Guide to Life. ISBN 9781782439400 Price £9.99

Publication 31 May 2018 Format Hardback • 198 x 129mm

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MAN UP! The Real Man’s Book of Manly Knowledge ROD GREEN

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This humorous but helpful encyclopaedia of masculine knowhow will be helpful to any young men who feel they lack such indispensable knowledge as how to fend off a leech attack or how to darn a sock. • Contains useful skills that are no longer taught • Teaches the importance of selfreliance, common sense and resilience • Looks back to yesteryear, when help was never just a mobile call away, GPS didn’t exist and mental and physical toughness and independence were valued far above technology

‘Essential reading.’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

‘Rod Green remembers what it’s like to be a true man, and this nifty guide should tell you all you need to know.’ LOADED

ROD GREEN has written many books on subjects such as the Special Forces, the Army Air Corps and the building of RMS Titanic; he has also written widely for children. ISBN 9781782439752 Price £7.99

Publication 17 May 2018 Format Paperback • 198 x 129mm

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SOLVE IT LIKE SHERLOCK Test Your Powers of Reasoning Against Those of the World’s Most Famous Detective

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STEWART ROSS Transporting the reader to Holmes’ and Watson’s London, the great detective tackles 25 fiendish, never-before-seen cases, full of the atmosphere of the greatest Holmes adventures. • Each mystery provides the reader with all the evidence needed to solve the case, challenging their powers of deduction and lateral thinking, as well as their memory, logic and nose for a clue • Holmes cracked all but one of the cases in this book – it challenges the reader to see if they can go one better • Find out how Holmes came up with the solutions at the back of the book

STEWART ROSS has written several books – fiction and non-fiction – as well as plays and prize-winning books for children. ISBN 9781782438793 Price £9.99

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ENIGMA: CRACK THE CODE Puzzles, Codes and Challenging Conundrums to Test Your Wits and Sharpen Your Brain

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DR GARETH MOORE Puzzles and mysteries have delighted humanity for thousands of years, from the ancient riddle of the Sphinx through to Latin squares found in Roman ruins, and right up to the present day. Enigma is an intriguing collection of puzzles, codes and conundrums that are guaranteed to bemuse, amuse and confuse even the most avid puzzler. • A treasure trove of puzzles and puzzling knowledge – hone your brain and pit your wits against the very best brand new puzzles • Over 300 puzzles to solve, ranging from easy right through to fiendish • Packed with tips on how to get solving as well as historical information about puzzles and puzzling

DR GARETH MOORE is the internationally bestselling author of a wide range of brain training and puzzle books for both children and adults, including Anti-stress Puzzles and Brain Games for Clever Kids. ISBN 9781782439042 Price £9.99

Publication 6 September 2018 Format Paperback • 234 x 153mm

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PUZZLES

MORE ANSWERS THAN QUESTIONS Where Every Quiz Has Many Answers and You Need to Find Them All!

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DANIEL SMITH The new quiz format that is the ultimate test for keen quizzers looking for a real challenge: the further into each quiz they get, the more answers are required. • Each quiz is composed of 11 questions. Question 1 requires a single answer, question 2 asks for two answers, question 3 seeks three answers, and so on, up to question 10 • The eleventh question in each quiz is a bonus question, the solution to which can comprise dozens of answers • Subjects include countries of the world, history, science, sport, food and drink, the arts, the natural world and general knowledge • The ultimate test of memory and knowledge

DANIEL SMITH is the author of Think You Know it All?: The Activity Book for Grown-ups, The I Used to Know That Maths Activity Book and My Grammar And I (or should that be ‘me’?) Activity Book. ISBN 9781782439134 Price £9.99

Publication 14 June 2018 Format Paperback • 234 x 153mm Extent 224pp

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10-MINUTE BRAIN GAMES DR GARETH MOORE

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Put your brain to the test and have some fun with brain games that get steadily more challenging as you progress through each book • Complete the timed puzzles and check your progress as you go • Improve your mental agility

Logic and Reasoning Puzzles featured range from battleships to Hanjie, mild Sudoku to some fiendish variations, logic puzzles that test your powers of concentration as well as your puzzle-solving skills, binary puzzles, slitherlink and much more besides.

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Words and Language Puzzles featured range from encrypted quotes and arrow-words to spiral crosswords, anagrams, word circles, pathfinders and many more.

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DR GARETH MOORE is the internationally bestselling author of a wide range of brain training and puzzle books for children and adults, including Anti-stress Puzzles and Brain Games for Clever Kids. Price £5.99 Publication 14 June 2018

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