Entertainment Books

David Gardner delves into the world of celebrity to investigate legendary stories that continue to fascinate and intrigue to this day.  If people famously remember where they were when JFK was assassinated, many also recall where they were and what they were doing when Elvis, Princess Diana and John Lennon died. As for Marilyn Monroe, the candle flickered out long ago, but only now can the truth be told about how and why she died.  After combing through thousands of recently declassified FBI files, and interviewing key witnesses, crime analysts and forensic experts during years of research, investigative writer David Gardner has unearthed new information that will transform the way we look at these iconic tragedies as well as include new insights on the conspiracy theories that surround the deaths of Bob Marley, Kurt Cobain and even the Queen.  For the first time, Conspiracy: Legends provides many of the answers that have been so elusive for so long while explaining what it was about these enduring legends that made them so memorable.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781789467093 • Author: David Gardner • Publisher:  John Blake • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  336 • Dimensions:  12.7 x 19.8 x 2.1 cm

An access-all-areas look inside the thrilling world of Formula One. Formula One is one of the most intense, complex and secretive sports on the planet. It’s also the fastest-growing major sport and attracts one of the largest global television audiences. In F1 Racing Confidential, Guardian journalist Giles Richards speaks to the men and women inside Formula One to shed new light on the hidden inner workings of the world’s most glamorous motorsport. Featuring exclusive interviews with experts at every level, this book offers a complete look inside the workings of a modern F1 team, revealing industry secrets and insights from espionage controversy to what happens at a driving academy. Perfect for both those new to F1 and for lifelong fans of this fantastic and fascinating sport, this is an unprecedented, behind the scenes look inside Formula One teams such as Mercedes, Red Bull, McLaren and more. With a foreword by former F1 world champion Damon Hill and contributions from dozens of insiders – including Lando Norris, Christian Horner and Toto Wolff – each with their own fascinating stories, insights and revelations, F1 Racing Confidential takes you inside Formula One like never before. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781789297386 • Author: Giles Richards • Publisher: Michael O'Mara • Format: Paperback • Pages: 304 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.3 cm

Dogs love a drink! When you're not looking, your four-legged friend is busy knocking them back. This book gathers the best photos of dogs getting buzzed off booze and looking pawfully pitiful the morning after. And to add to your amusement, these snaps of hedonistic and hazy hounds have been paired with hilarious captions telling us what their barking is all about. Raise a glass to these howl-raisers! Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781800070219 • Author:  Charlie Ellis • Publisher:  Summersdale • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  96 • Dimensions:  14.73 x 1.65 x 14.61 cm

There's whiskers in the whiskey! Cats love a drink! When you're not looking, your kitty is busy getting liquored up. This book gathers the best photos of cats getting buzzed off booze and looking pawfully pitiful the morning after. And to aid your appreciation, these snaps of sordid and sozzled pussycats have been paired with hilarious captions telling us what their meowing actually means. Bottoms up! Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781800070202 • Author:  Charlie Ellis • Publisher:  Summersdale • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  96 • Dimensions:  14.73 x 1.65 x 14.61 cm

Motherhood is messy and beautiful, and comforting and humbling. Congratulations, you are stepping out into a wonderful adventure called motherhood. It is an experience of a lifetime. Motherhood will open doors to a myriad of new and unfamiliar experiences and activities, as well as offering you the opportunity to reacquaint yourself with your own childhood and your relationship with your mother. It is a ride full of excitement and joy, but like any road travelled, things can get a bit bumpy, and from time to time there will be obstacles to negotiate. This little book is packed with fun, creative and practical Things to do now that you’re a Mum, whether you’re a first-time Mum or you’re trying to find new ways to create life-changing experiences with your children, this is the book for you. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780600639282 • Author: Elfrea Lockley • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 96 • Dimensions: 15.2 x 11 x 1.4 cm

The must-have joke collection from the Instagram sensation @DadSaysJokes Q: How can you tell a pig is hot? A: It''s bacon. The iconic Instagram page @DadSaysJokes returns with a fresh batch of dad jokes to share with your nearest and dearest. Packed with jokes so bad that they''re good, Dad Jokes: The Funniest Yet is the perfect gift for every occasion. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781783255481 • Author: Dad Says Jokes • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group Ltd • Format: Hardback     • Pages: 272 • Dimensions: 17.78 x 11.43 x 1.91 cm

Celebrate the incredible career of pop music’s biggest star in this sparkling, Sunday Times bestselling biography, fully up to date and featuring The Tortured Poets Department. Selling hundreds of millions of records and selling out countless arenas, Taylor Swift is one of the most influential artists of her generation. But how did she become so iconic and so wildly successful? Covering her influences and her collaborators to the aesthetics that have become such a crucial part of her performances and much more, this meticulously researched biography reveals all. From her self-titled debut album to The Tortured Poets Department, author and music journalist Caroline Sullivan charts Taylor’s journey from budding country starlet to pop music phenomenon. Each of Taylor’s eras are explored in depth like never before, encompassing her evolution as an artist, her high-profile relationships and the stories behind her songs. Featuring a stunning photographic section with pictures spanning her entire career, this is the most complete portrait yet of one of the most popular artists on the planet, and the perfect gift for any Taylor fan. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781789297584 • Author: Caroline Sullivan • Publisher: Michael O'Mara • Format: Paperback • Pages: 256 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.95 cm

Marcus Berkmann was for many years the pop critic of the Spectator, waiting like most freelances to get fired. He’s also the author of the bestselling Berkmann’s Cricket Miscellany, concentrating on the ridiculous true stories and the weird characters of that most eccentric of sports. Here he combines the two, in a wildly entertaining ride through the galloping absurdities of pop, from Elvis Presley’s real hair colour, to Courtney Love’s hatred of cheese.  Which notable guitarist has unfeasibly tiny hands? Which Britpop star was forced to wear lederhosen as a child? Who said, ‘The majority of pop stars are compete idiots in every respect’? And was she wrong? Product Information: • ISBN: 9780349147291 • Author: Marcus Berkmann • Publisher: Little Brown • Format: Paperback • Pages: 336 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.6 x 2.2 cm

You’re going to be a dad! Suddenly, after all the waiting – juggling excitement, fear, pride and trepidation – the big word arrives. It is possibly the biggest news you’ll ever receive. Most of us drop our chins to our chests and think, What do I do now? The truth is that there are so many things you can do now that you are a dad! This little book is packed with fun, creative and practical Things to do now that you’re a Dad, whether you’re a first-time Dad or you’re trying to find new ways to create life-changing experiences with your children, this is the book for you. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780600638797 • Author: David Baird • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group Ltd • Format: Hardback     • Pages: 96 • Dimensions: 15.32 x 11.66 x 1.24 cm

Dear Reader, Welcome to the definitive guide to navigating the social season. Learn about etiquette in all its forms. Within these abundant leaves you will be gifted with all the instruction and patronage necessary to take your place in society.  Sort your Dandies from your Rakes, your Merry Andrews from your Bucks. All of the menagerie of beau monde's are contained within. So read on dearest reader and bury oneself in the pool of knowledge that will equip oneself to Woo a Duke and become the talk of the ton. Yours sincerely Lady Whistleblower  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781529932560 • Author:  Lady Whistleblower  • Publisher:  Pop Press • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  128 • Dimensions:   11.43 x 1.52 x 18.42 cm