Bloomsbury presents Romany and Tom written and read by Ben Watt______________________A moving, funny and beautifully written memoir by musician, DJ and writer Ben Watt which carefully chronicles his parents' lives, their marriage and their decline into old ageLonglisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction, 2014______________________'Wise, moving and entertaini...

"Since the Stone Age, the walkabout has been an Aboriginal rite of passage. It is when adolescent boys wander aimlessly into the bush on a journey with no particular destination. During this time, they make the spiritual transition from boy to man. It's a time for self-assessment and deep thought, when he can learn about himself without the influence of his elders, friends, or family. It's a physical and psychological journey.I didn't look like an Aboriginal adolescent as I set off from Be...

Longlisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction 2014Ben Watt's father was a working-class Glaswegian jazz musician-a politicized left-wing bandleader and composer-whose heyday in the late 1950s took him into the glittering heart of London's West End. His mother, Romany, the daughter of a Methodist parson, was a Shakespearean actress who had triplets in her first marriage before becoming a leading showbiz feature writer and columnist in the '60s and '70s. Th...

DO YOU DESIRE FINANCIAL FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE?Right now, your mind is not at right. You are thinking of what to do to improve your financial standing and statement.You have bills to pay, loans to service and you keep thinking how you will overcome this vicious cycle of financial difficulty you are facing.Are you seeking for knowledge to help you in your financial struggle?Do you seek financial freedom from the quagmire you find yourself?

On the windswept Isle of Harris in the remote Outer Hebrides of Scotland, three young American students arrive to run a marathon none of the islanders know anything about. At first, it seems the three men are more interested in partying but gradually, their reasons for making this journey, for running this race, come to the fore.JB has an overbearing father to appease. Drew needs to find his feet. Taylor's mother was born here but left when she was a teenager, never to return. Hidd...

At last, an audiobook offering real insight into careers in the broadcast media industry.Author Ben Anchor helps aspiring media professionals identify the right approaches to job hunting and staying relevant in a rapidly changing profession.In an industry notoriously dominated by talent and a job market obsessed with credentials it is vital to balance the two. Drawing on experiences from podcast guests and his own, the author takes the listener on ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Explore the serene and minimalist beauty of Japanese Zen gardens in this comprehensive guide to creating your own tranquil outdoor oasis. Drawing inspiration from ancient Japanese aesthetics, Zen Harmony offers step-by-step instructions and practical tips on designing and maintaining a garden space that promotes peace and tranquility. Discover the key principles of Japanese garden design, including the use of natural materials, carefull...

'One of the funniest books of the year' - Paul Ross, talkRADIOWARNING: CONTAINS AN UNLIKELY IMMIGRANT, AN UNSUNG COUNTRY, A BUMPY ROMANCE, SEVERAL SHATTERED PRECONCEPTIONS, TRACES OF INSIGHT, A DOZEN NUNS AND A REFERENDUM.Not many Brits move to Poland to work in a fish and chip shop.Fewer still come back wanting to be a Member of the European Parliament.In 2016 Ben Aitken moved to Poland while he still could. It wasn’t love ...

The brilliantly funny and inimitable Alan Carr tells his life story in his own words, from growing up in a football-mad family in Northampton to his rise to become one of Britain’s best-loved comedians.‘Puberty had been unkind. Whereas it had come in the night and left the other boys with chiselled, stubbly chins and deep masculine voices, I’d been left with a huge pair of knockers and the voice of a pensioner.’ Alan CarrAlan Carr grew up in one of the most boring towns in ...

The dazzlingly funny second volume of Danny Baker's memoirs: the television years.Since my first book was published I have had countless friends and family members get in touch to say how come I hadn't included this story or that tale. Was I ashamed of being shot twice, once up the arse, in Jamaica Road? How long should a man live with such a secret? If by retrospectively dropping my trousers every few pages I can reveal a fuller picture of myself during these year...

'Walters's book . . . has moments of Alan Bennett warmth' SUNDAY TIMES'Humorous and . . . moving' WOMAN AND HOME'I was enthralled by her memoirs' A. N. Wilson, READER'S DIGESTHer mum wanted her to be a nurse so that is what Julie did.But in her heart she had always wanted to be an actress and soon she was on stage at the local theatre in Liverpool. Her career snowballed with highli...

When John Thaw, star of The Sweeney and Inspector Morse, died from cancer in 2002, a nation lost one of its finest actors and Sheila Hancock lost a beloved husband. In this unique double biography she chronicles their lives - personal and professional, together and apart.John Thaw was born in Manchester, the son of a lorry driver. When he arrived at RADA on a scholarship he felt an outsider. In fact his timing was perfect: it was the sixties and television was beg...