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The woman was one of those irritating expat types who felt she owed it to the world to impart on her all her superior knowledge of life in France. I realised that if I didn't stop her now, she'd be bending my ear all the way to Bergerac. `Actually,' I...

It's a fact: cats are better than men. They won't embarrass you in public, they always look good, and though they may sometimes bring a bird home after a night out, you know that it's meant as a present for you! It's got be a fluffy feline over a flabby...

When Samantha Brick's life started to unravel - her company in liquidation, homeless, penniless and friendless, and on max-strength anti-depressants - it seemed that everything was going wrong. But a chance week away in France led to the most unexpected...

When Kate Allan's beloved black cat, Oscar, is found lying severely injured in a field near their Jersey home, she is sure the accident-prone boy has met his end. With both hind legs severed by a combine-harvester, his life hangs in the balance; luckily...

Imagine life without the London Underground... The iconic Tube has been transporting Londoners around Britain's capital for 150 years, and today 150,000 passengers use the Underground every hour. This fascinating miscellany takes us on a round-trip...

We all know that cats like to explore and investigate when they stray away from the comfort of their basket, but have you ever wondered what antics they might be getting up to while you're out of the house? The Secret Life of Cats portrays frisky...

Teacher: `What did the Israelites do on coming out of the Red Sea?' Boy: `Dried themselves, sir.' A gentleman is a man who gives up his seat to a lady in a public convenience. School Yarns and Howlers takes you back to those happy schooldays, when...

Man-eating maggots, poisonous birds and freshwater fish with teeth as big as a tiger's are just a few of the dangerous and deadly creatures you'll encounter in this book. From tiny terrors to raging beasts, this collection of the world's deadliest...

When you're stuck at your desk day after day, do you find yourself daydreaming about a glamorous occupation, such as a racing driver, an astronaut or a stunt double? The adrenaline rush and prestige of these extreme jobs is one thing, but have you ever...

The lizards are alarmed. The snakes are scared. The antelopes are apoplectic. Why? The meerkats have turned mean. Sure, they look cute with their little noses in the air. And some of them are. But have you ever paused to wonder what's really going on in...

I'd been itching to ride a Harley-Davidson across America for years. Now it was the High Plains or bust. Inconveniently, my wife Roz had never even sat on a bike. I didn't fancy a passenger for 12,000 miles, so Roz borrowed an ancient 100cc Suzuki and...

Throughout the centuries, poets have been inspired by mothers - their joys and sorrows, their loyalty and love, and the many trials and triumphs they experience as they watch their children grow. This exquisitely illustrated anthology contains inspiring...

When the fish just aren't biting and you're feeling sick from staring too long at the water, dip into this hearty and amusing collection of fishy quips and quotes, and remind yourself that the fun of fishing is not always in the catch!Book...

The threequel to the LOLcat dynasty!! After I Can Has Cheezburger? and How to Take Over Teh Wurld conquered readers with cuteness, Professor Happycat is back again and this time it's all about the kittehs. With 200 all-new adorable LOLkittens, Teh Itteh...

Is there a cure for farmer's lung - and would Joe Grundy take it if he could? Who are Meriel, Jean Paul, Baggy and Mercedes? Which Ambridge couple fell in love to the tune of a Mr Whippy ice cream van? It's been sixty years since the familiar...

You're older, you're wiser, and the world is your oyster (as long as you've taken your pills and are back in time for Countdown). The Old-Timers' Guide to Life offers top tips on how to indulge in those pastimes that only silver surfers and golden oldies...

You can't polish a turd but you can cover it in glitter! If you're down in the dumps or feeling a bit poo then this grubby book is the one for you.Book InformationISBN 9781849531719Author Trevor De SilvaFormat HardbackPage Count 96Imprint Summersdale...

Do you remember riding a Chopper to school, buying your dad Old Spice for Christmas and getting brain-freeze from your first Slush Puppie? If so, then hang up your disco ball, dig out the old Atari 2600 and tuck into a Curly Wurly as you prepare to find...

If you think writing a guidebook is easy, think again... They were bored, broke, burned out and turning 40, so when Ben and Dinah saw the advert looking for a husband and wife team with young kids to write a guidebook about family travel around Britain,...

`I keep fit. Every morning I do 100 laps of an Olympic-sized swimming pool - in a small motor launch' - Peter Cook. `The older one grows, the more one likes indecency' - Virginia Woolf. You've made it. Old age. You want to make the most of your golden...

You Know You're a Cat Lover When... ...You perch precariously on the arm rest rather than evict your feline friend from the best seat in the house. If this sounds all too familiar, read on to discover whether you're the number one member of the feline...

Ever wished you could remember all that stuff you learned at school? Ever felt the answer to a tie-breaker was on the tip of your tongue? With this treasure trove of lists you can learn something in your lunch break and fascinate your mates with facts on...

'Fatherhood is pretending the present you love most is soap-on-a-rope' Bill Cosby 'My father had a profound influence on me, he was a lunatic' Spike Milligan When your precious offspring have hijacked the car and there's a hole in your wallet the size of...

'As you get older three things happen. The first is your memory goes, and I can't remember the other two...' Norman Wisdom You can't help feeling bewildered every time another birthday lunges at you- after all, you still feel like the proverbial spring...

There were five rules of Twitchhiker: I can only accept offers of travel and accommodation from people on Twitter. I can't make any travel plans further than three days in advance. I can only spend money on food, drink and anything that might fit in my...

She was particularly taken with the small narrow ledges that ran along either side of the boat. For a cat, four inches is an airport runway - she could dance a Moonwalk along them on her two hind legs, juggling at the same time. Steve has a new member of...

L'appetito vien mangiando! - Appetite comes while you are eating. Vicky arrives in Tuscany to study the language and culture of Italy, but soon falls in love with charismatic chef Gianfranco and starts to learn the art of Italian cooking in his trattoria...

Disappointed to learn that Hotel California isn't actually in the phone book, radio producers Chris and Joe resolve to seek out the true spirit of rock and roll America. Roof down and stereo up, they drive coast to coast on a mission to `live the music'...

At your grand old age, it's probably too late to take up pole dancing and the closest thing you get to extreme sports these days is prising the top off a ketchup bottle. On the bright side, you can now lie back and take it easy - just not so far back...

`At your age, people expect you to be calm, dignified and sober... Disappoint them.' `Save water - drink wine.' `Never eat healthy food. We so need all the preservatives we can get.' Bev Williams' hilarious greeting cards have brought wry smiles to the...

`At your age, people expect you to be calm, dignified and sober... Disappoint them.' `Save water - drink wine.' `Never eat healthy food. We so need all the preservatives we can get.' Bev Williams' hilarious greeting cards have brought wry smiles to the...

You know you're getting old when... ... you know all the answers but no one's asking you the questions. ... you stop seeing the speed limit as a challenge. ... you have a party and the neighbours don't even realise it. If this is sounding all too...

Gone for Lunch is for everyone who wants to reclaim their lunch break - whether they have a whole hour, or just 30 minutes to spare. In this friendly, fun and inspirational book, there's a challenge for every week of the year. Each activity is designed...

Inspired by classic illustrated botanical volumes, this is a modern celebration of wild, garden and exotic flowers. A single photographic image captures the intricate detail, form, texture and colour of each flower. The hauntingly beautiful photographs -...

Banish stress and promote a sense of wellbeing by colouring in mandalas.Mandalas were created as sacred objects on which to meditate, focus and clear one'smind. Internationally acclaimed mandala artist Paul Heussenstamm has designedthese illustrations...

'Fingers on buzzers, your first starter for ten...' Every week the nation tunes in to hearthese legendary words. Over the course of its incredible 53 years, University Challengehas achieved cult status. It's regularly the third most popular BBC2 show,...

"Dear valued recipient, My late father was Gold and Diamond merchant and he has merchandise (250kgs Gold Dust) for safe keep. I am here seeking an assistance of a reliable and trustworthy person to take these goods out for investment - " We've...

Sarah Beeny's practical good sense and expert eye, combined with her natural warmth and energy, are familiar to fans of her hugely popular TV programmes. Her down-to-earth attitude and expert knowledge, gained at the coalface of house renovation, inform...

Paul Donnelley has chronicled the lives and deaths of more than 1,000 movie personalities. Included are not just the big stars but also a wealth of producers, directors and supporting players. Some achieved world fame or great power. Some were consigned...

PHILIP'S: THE BEST-SELLING EUROPE ROAD ATLAS RANGE IN THE UK 'The clearest and most detailed maps of Europe' David Williams MBE, CEO Gem Motoring Assist 'The best of its kind with quick, easy-to-use information' Fleet Week Multiscale mapping - more...