This admired biography traces the rise of Roger Federer, from his first tentative strokes with a racket to legendary status, and perhaps even the title of greatest tennis player ever. It looks at his
In 1978, Sean Mayes toured the world with David Bowie. Travelling first class and performing each night with one of the world's greatest rock stars at the height of his fame was an amazing experience.
In these historically turbulent times, the United Kingdom will need a leader for the ages, and with those words the nation's new Prime Minister underlined her commitment to creating a better Britain.
Dick Van Dyke, indisputably one of the greats of the golden age of television, is admired and beloved by audiences the world over for his beaming smile, his physical dexterity, his impeccable comic ti
The crew of the Norland were having a whale of a time in 1982, ferrying passengers between Rotterdam and Hull. Especially the 'girls' in the catering crew: Wendy, Frankie and Candy, all stewards and a
It was the 5000-1 bet. An impossible dream, or so everyone thought. But Leicester City really are Premier League champions, and Jamie Vardy has played a pivotal part in their historic win. Having spen
Kat Ward was the first victim to speak out about the abuse she suffered at the hands of Jimmy Savile. Her shocking testimony was the catalyst for the uncovering of decades of abuse and cover-ups. Kat
Since leaving office in 2007, the empire of Tony Blair has grown exponentially. As a businessman he has been unprecedentedly successful for a former public servant, with a large property portfolio and
Two for Joy is the heart-warming true story of disabled twins Thomas and Alice, and their desperate fight for life after being born four months prematurely. James Melville-Ross, their father, tells of
Amanda Wright was just four years old when she witnessed her mother's brutal murder. John Dickinson, a family friend, strangled her mother to death in front of her and then he tried to do the same to
Fresh from an outstanding season in Spain, where his 36 goals had propelled Atletico Madrid to a first La Liga title since 1996 and to within seconds of a maiden Champions League crown, Dieg
J.J. Abrams is one of the most successful director-writer-producers working in Hollywood, and now that he is being offered the chance to visit a galaxy far, far away to direct the long-awaitedStar War
For more than a decade, Peter Hince worked alongside one of the greatest bands in the history of rock, touring the world and heading up their road crew as they performed at some of the best
Ever since President John F. Kennedy was gunned down in Dallas 50 years ago, various theories have swirled around what was a key event in American—and world—history. Despite the conclusions of the War
Raheem Sterling might look a pipsqueak, but within that small frame is a titanic talent and a tigerish will to win. As the winner of the illustrious Golden Boy Award for 2014, he joins the exalted com
From punks and teddy boys to mods and rockers, the last 50 years has seen the British Isles overrun with the iconic styles and attitudes—youthful "tribes" changing the world with their bold
Today, Fleet Street is just a term for the newspaper business. But not so long ago it was a real place. Each paper had its own favourite pubs, its own extraordinary characters, and its own stock of le
Now updated to celebrate the release of the Number 1 album Cavalier Youth, this is the first biography of You Me At Six, looking deep into what makes the band tick and why they have become such an ico
Kristina Rihanoff's absorbing tale, sometimes sad, sometimes funny, is one of courage and honesty; Whilst she may not light up the Strictly Come Dancing tiles forever, she will keep dancing with a son
In March 1969, twins Reggie and Ronnie Kray were sentenced to life imprisonment for the gangland killings of George Cornell and Jack 'the hat' McVitie. It was recommended that they served at least 30
For five seasons, Walter White and Jesse Pinkman were undisputedly the greatest cooks in North America. From their humble origins as part-timers in a cramped (and decidedly unreliable) RV to the halcy
Joe Longthorne is one of the UK's leading live entertainers, and an icon of his era. In the golden days of Joe's career, he was one of television's highest paid performers, attracting audiences of ove
Tell The Truth and Shame The Devil tells the inside story of the biggest historic sex abuse case ever mounted by Greater Manchester Police - the investigation into the systematic abuse of boys at St A
Pasha's talent and determination has taken him to some amazing places all around the world including Moscow, New York, LA and London. However, it was the grey, stark landscape of his Siberian hometown
With their silly puns, down-to-earth style and obvious affection for each other, Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins were a defining part of 1990s popular culture. For two years their hit show, Light Lunch,
Having driven into the sunset in the final episode of Channel 4's The Hotel, Mark Jenkins is back doing what he does best - entertaining the nation. His unique take on life, affable charm, and woefull
When a bomb blast buried Corporal Hannah Campbell alive while she was serving in Iraq it was the start of an incredible journey of self-discovery. Hannah's story is one of true heroism and triumph ove
Dez has one dream: to become a Guide Dog when he grows up.Unfortunately, he has to pass a whole set of difficult exams, and he's always being told off for tripping over and messing things up. Even wit
You were born at Queen's Hospital in Romford, on February 25th, 1990. 'Congratulations! It's an Essex girl!' announced the midwife, scooping up the false eyelashes and bottle of fake tan that had popp
Blood on the Thistle is an examination of the life and times of a remarkable Scottish family, the Cranstons of Haddington, East Lothian. It focuses on a period from about 1880, when the young, hard-wo
Do you go into fits of absolute apoplexy when you hear the words Eurozone, Climate Change and Foreign Aid? Do the words savoir-faire, zeitgeist and polski sklep make you feel uncomfortable and apprehe
Charlie Magri is one of the most popular boxers ever to have stepped into the ring. The exuberance and energy of the former WBC Flyweight Champion earned him a core of dedicated fans and, throughout h
One of Hollywood's hottest properties, Hugh Jackman has become an international superstar as Wolverine in the X-Men series, and is loved by fans worldwide thanks to his extremely varied career as an a
A thrilling and twisting tale set in a dark and fateful time in history,?this story?by a renowned fantasy writer?hints at what might have happened had Hitler been derailed early on by scandal?"So we h
Sean Long is Super League's No 1. bad boy, and when it comes to off-the-pitch madness, no one comes close. Here, the flamboyant St. Helens superstar tells his hilarious, shocking, and explosive life s
Over the years, the mobs of Preston North End have fronted up to infamous football firms such as the Chelsea Headhunters, the Birmingham City Zulus, and the Leeds Service Crew, to name just a few. Alt
Cassius was a truly exceptional police dog whose career became the stuff of legend and the gold standard for all dogs coming after.?In just five years he scored a century of arrests, saved lives, bit
Bill Nicholson was revered as one of the most honest football managers in the business, and between 1960 and 1964 he turned Tottenham Hotspur into the finest team in Britain. This book, the first biog
Spanning?40 years of love, life, and villainy,?this?epic novel is?a major tour de force from?an author at the peak of his powers, the Spillane of Brit Noir?Once upon a time in south London, three youn
From causing huge disruptions and?defending the rights of drivers to fisticuffs with Piers Morgan, this is the true story of a colorful life lived at breakneck speed?Motoring aficionado, comic writer,
