From the five-time Grand Slam winner Maria Sharapova, the candid, captivating story of her rise to tennis stardomIn the middle of the night, a father and his daughter step off a Greyhound bus in Florida and head straight to the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy....

From tiny ponies to heavy draught horses and rapid thoroughbreds, explore the history and variety of this noble animal that helped shape human history.A stunning celebration of the equine world,and The Horse Encyclopediaand is a fully illustrated book about horses and ponies, featuring over...

From warm up DJ at the birth of Acid House to global main stage headline artist today, Carl Cox continues to inspire and influence audiences and artists. Carl has been everything from a recording artist and producer to label owner, radio DJ and broadcaster....

Game Changer is the riveting memoir of Shahid Afridi, one of modern cricket's most controversial and accomplished practitioners. In 1996, as a teenager, Afridi shot to fame after hammering the fastest ODI century at the time. One of the world's greatest all-rounders, today he...

Game Changer is the riveting memoir of Shahid Afridi, one of modern cricket's most controversial and accomplished practitioners. In 1996, as a teenager, Afridi shot to fame after hammering the fastest ODI century at the time. One of the world's greatest all-rounders, today, he...

Get everything you ever wanted to know about America's most popular sport in 1st and 10. Presented in the format of Top 10 lists, this book is a comprehensive yet fun look at the greatest aspects of the game. From the top Super Bowl...

Get young fans dreaming big with this incredible collection of inspirational lives from the world of football.What made Pele the greatest player of all time? How did Harry Kane overcome the odds to win the Golden Boot? What is the secret behind Lionel Messi's...

Gill Harvey covers all the skills and techniques needed in the defending third of the football field, from the different methods of tackling to team formations and tactics. Included are step-by-step examples and exercises for youngsters.

Gripping ... Bensinger's impeccably sourced account serves as a sharp reminder of the gargantuan levels of largesse and excess during Fifa's bad, bad days - as well as a warning that not enough has been done to prevent them returning.' Sean Ingle,and Guardian'Bensinger deftly...

Half a century after its release, the cinematic appeal of Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam (1962) has not only endured but continues to grow. Central to its fame perhaps is the tour de force performance from Hindi cinema's foremost tragedienne, Meena Kumari, in the award-winning...

Hannah Montana is crisscrossing the globe on a concert tour, and each book features her adventures in a new city. With plenty of concert action and sightseeing, plus some new friends, Hannah is in for a world of fun in this hit original fiction...

Heads up - here's how to run like a pro'and The Times'A fascinating book'and Adharanand Finn, author ofand Running With the Kenyans'I'm convinced that Shane's insights were were instrumental in me winning the Marathon des Sables for a second time'and Elisabet Barnes, coach and...

Hello humans, my name's Lennnie, I'm a little blob that was sent by the book Gods to come check on you. So, let's get into it shall we?Hello, human, my name's Lennnie. It really is a chaotic torrential downpour of debauchery out there… but...

his third edition is fully updated to include: aspects of the core and skills-based knowledge for Level 2 and 3 ETM instructors; the latest research on safety in the exercise environment; adapting ETM for special populations; and over 200 colour photographs demonstrating stretches and...

Hollywood may define our idea of movies, but it is the city of Bombay on the west coast of India that is now the centre of world cinema. Every year, the Indian film industry produces more than 1,000 feature films; every day, 14 million...

How do you find time in your busy day to get creative? Why, withand 15-Minute Art Painting, of course!Explore the pure joy of paint with fifty 15-minute projects inspired by nature. From leaves and houseplants to flowers and fungi,and 15-Minute Art Paintingand encourages you...

I knew nothing about football before knowing Cruyff.' - Pep GuardiolaJohan Cruyff is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in football history. Throughout his playing career, he was synonymous with Total Football, a style of play in which every player could play...

'I told my players during the break: Since we're here anyway, we might actually play a bit of football.' The Little Red Book of Klopp celebrates the best of his witticisms, sayings and insults, accompanied with illustrations of the man himself.Jürgen Klopp has almost...

If you enjoyed the firstand Bite Size Buildsand book, you'll love this second volume, jam-packed with all-new builds for you to try out!With detailed instructions, block hacks and build tips, this book will encourage you to learn new tricks and polish old skills as...

Imprintand amazingand womenand onand yourand memoryand in this simple memory match game.and A new game from the multi-million copy bestselling phenomenon Little People, BIG DREAMS:and discover inspiring role models from the award-winning book series and learn as you play!and Packaged in a sturdy gift...

In 1979, Afghanistan erupted into one of the most brutal civil wars ever. The fighting lasted almost a decade, throwing the country into a period of political instability, harsh leadership, and extreme danger. Hundreds of thousands of civilians died, and millions relocated to refugee...

In his entertaining and informative new book, Sir Clive Woodward analyses the events of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, offering his unique perspective on the performance of players and coaches, from Owen Farrell and Kieran Read, to Eddie Jones and Steve Hansen. HOW TO...

Inand I Love This Game, the long-awaited autobiography of Patrice Evra, the former Manchester United and France star looks back on a remarkable life and career. Havingand playedand alongside some of the club's greatest legends, such as Ryan Giggs, Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and...

In June 1986 Diego Maradona, considered by many to be the greatest footballer of all time, proudly hoisted the '86 Mexico World Championship Cup in his hands. Now thirty years on from that magical game and after a life in sports marked by controversy,...

In September 1996 a Frenchman, so little known in English football that fans asked "Arsene Who?", walked into Arsenal. In the subsequent twenty years as manager he transformed the club. A total renovation of the training, stadium, style, economics of the team and the...

In The Dirty Game, investigative reporter and BBC Panorama presenter Andrew Jennings, who has been heralded around the world for his decade-long pursuit of this story, uncovers the eye-watering level of fraud and criminal activity at the heart of FIFA, which has been described...

In the Wicked Plants Colouring Book, Amy Stewart and artist Briony Morrow-Cribbs bring colouring enthusiasts the forty most menacing botanical atrocities from their New York Times bestseller Wicked Plants. Morrow-Cribbs's exquisite etchings are now finely rendered colouring-book art and are paired with details from...

In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Leo Messi,and one of the world's most skilled and celebrated footballers.As a child, Leo developed his passion for football playing games with his brothers and cousins in...

In this sweeping global survey, one of Britain's most distinguished journalists and media commentators analyses for the first time the state of journalism worldwide as it enters the post-truth age.In this sweeping global survey, one of Britain's most distinguished journalists and media commentators analyses...

In today's Pakistan the dominant conservative mindset tends to marginalize leisure activities. However, traditional sports and pastimes, games and play, entertainment and amusement are an expression of happiness and joy and an integral part of popular culture. They represent a cultural system and preserve...

In which year did the first televised football match take place?What were the first shin pads made out of?and Who held the shortest ever managerial position, at a record-breaking ten minutes?From the humble beginnings of Notts County football club in 1862 to the technical...

Introduce little ones to the faith-affirming virtue of courage with this accessible and engaging board book for babies and toddlers.Even the youngest child experiences fear-fear in the face of new things, new people, and new situations. With this sweet and engaging board book, little...

Is there anything quite so exhilarating as swimming in wild water? This is a joyful swimming tour of Britain, a frog's-eye view of the country's best bathing holes - the rivers, rock pools, lakes, ponds, lochs and sea that define a watery island. Charming,...

It all started when a group of mad-scientist-type plumbers asked Uncle John a question, Why should computers have the only worldwide network? His answer: They shouldn't! So Uncle John put together a top-secret plumbing team to link together all the world's sewer lines and...

It can often seem as though existence is split in two: body and mind, flesh and spirit, moving and thinking. In the office or at study we are 'mind workers', with superfluous bodies. In the gym we stretch, run and lift, but our minds...

It was a moment seen by millions on television. During play at the 2001 British Open Ian Woosnam playing his best golf in two years, entered the final round trailing by one shot when disaster struck. His caddie was forced to tell him that...

It's the classic revised and reillustrated! With more than 1 million copies sold, The Kids' Book of Chessis the bestselling introduction for kids to the game that's inspired passion and challenge for over 900 years-and, thanks to Netflix's monster hit, The Queen's Gambit,is again...

Jackson LOVES football. He plays it. He watches it. He eats it. He sleeps it!Jackson lives and breathes football - he knows all the players, the fixtures, the scores. Then, one grey stormy day, Jackson kicks his ball, and it goes up ... and...

Jagjit Singh was more than just the king of ghazals. He was a singer, composer, arranger, lyricist, all rolled into one. Besides which he was a brother, friend, husband and above all a father. This biography of Jagjit Singh traces the evolution of the...

Jigsaw puzzle; puzzle; family puzzle Engage super powers with Mudpuppy's Superhero Glow In The Dark Puzzle. After you put together 100 pieces of colorful crime-fighting heroes, turn out the lights to see the puzzle glow! - 100 pieces, 18 x 12 - Ages 5+...

John Farnham is the quintessential Aussie legend. As a teenager he gave up an apprenticeship to chase his musical dreams, hitting the big time with 'Sadie (The Cleaning Lady)'. A family man at heart, and the most loyal of friends, John was sometimes uncomfortable...

John Volanthen is a legendary British cave-diver and one of the two-man team who discovered and rescued the Wild Boars soccer team from the sunken cave in Tham Luang, Thailand. Thirteen Lessons that Saved Thirteen Lives is the deeply revealing and nail-biting account of...

Johnny Ball, 9-year-old football manager, has a new challenge: to take the Tissbury Tigers all the way, and win the WORLDIES! But superstar striker Daniel is injured and the squad is FOUR players short. So Johnny is switching his football brain into travel mode...

Join Rebecca and her friends at Trebizon, perfect for fans of Enid Blyton's Malory Towers and St Clare's.When Rebecca's summer holiday plans are thrown into sudden chaos, she's relieved to find herself unexpectedly back with her school friends Tish, Elf, Sue, Margot and Mara,...

Join us in the fast lane for a celebration of the most exciting high-performance motorcycles ever built. Illustrated in full colour throughout, each entry includes a detailed specification table and authoritative performance figures. The line-up features outstanding machines famed for their performance, technical brilliance...

Jon Krakauer's acclaimed account of a disastrous expedition on Mt Everest This is the true story of a 24-hour period on Everest, when members of three separate expeditions were caught in a storm and faced a battle against hurricane-force winds, exposure, and the effects...

Kathak, northern India's most popular dance form, originated in the Indo-Gangetic plains. The text on Kathak provides an excellent overview of the form, incorporating a wealth of information on its origin and salient features. Tracing its over 2000-year-old history, it answers many of the...

KenKen is known around the world as a fun and wildly addictive game but did you know that it was originally created as a teaching tool to hone math, logic, and reasoning skills? So grab a pencil and and enjoy this fun way to...

Kobe Bryant is a legendand -The Riseand is a fascinating look at his early life and how he became regarded as one of basketball's greatest-ever players.Kobe Bryant's death in January 2020 did more than rattle the worlds of sports and celebrity. It took the...

Learn about music and emotion in this beautifully produced anthology Do you remember the first time you discovered an artist you really loved? Have you listened to them over and over again at different points throughout your life? This book harnesses that feeling, by...