The Children's Writers & Artists' Yearbook holds the key to getting your work published. It contains practical advice and information by well-known children's media experts, as well as being a up-to-date directory of children's media contacts. Included are new articles by Karen McCrombie, Sophie McKenzie, David Lucas and others.

Quite simply, Whitaker's Almanack 2010 is the perfect book for anyone interested in current affairs and general knowledge.

Fully updated and revised for 2010, this family reference book comes from the publishers of the renowned Whitaker's Almanack. Be fascinated by the up-to-date, 'must have' information on every important subject on earth. Hugely entertaining and informative, Whitaker's World of Facts 2010 is the biggest and the best!

An entertaining global investigation that explores the history of coded information.

'What are the butchers for?' And other splendid cricket quotations is a collection of some of the finest and most memorable quotes about the sport, both classic and new. The quotation in the title is attributed to the US actress Pauline Chase who, catching sight of the umpires at her first cricket match, was somewhat baffled.

Reeds Nautical Almanac 2010 is the indispensable annual compendium of navigational data for yachtsmen. Now with an improved layout for easier reference and over 45,000 annual changes, it is regarded as the bible of almanacs for anyone going to sea.

Don'ts for Husbands and Don'ts for Wives are facsimile editions of the original books published by A&C Black in 1913, containing hundreds of snippets of entertaining advice for a happy marriage, which rings true almost 100 years after they were written.

Twin brothers are seperated at birth because their mother cannot afford to keep them both. She gives one of them away to wealthy Mrs Lyons and they grow up as friends, in ignorance of their fraternity until the inevitable quarrel unleashes a blood-bath.

Don'ts for Husbands and Don'ts for Wives are facsimile editions of the original books published by A&C Black in 1913, containing hundreds of snippets of entertaining advice for a happy marriage, which rings true almost 100 years after they were written.

First published in 1925, this facsimile edition contains hundreds of entertaining tips for golfers of all ages and abilities. 'Don't over-indulge yourself in eating and drinking during the non-golfing days, and then expect to work off excess by a good game of Golf. You may play Golf of sorts, but it will not be a good game.'

Actors' Yearbook is a leading contacts directory for finding work in television, film and theatre. It lists contact names and addresses for all sections of the industry from agents and casting directors to producing theatres, showreel companies and photographers. Articles and commentaries provide a valuable insight into the profession.

This Student Edition of Willy Russell's successful folk opera, the story of two Liverpudlian brothers who grow up on opposite sides of the social tracks, includes biographical notes and an introduction to the play with guidance on its interpretation.

Looks at what MPs have been buying with our money. Including other scams, swindles and scandals from around the world, this title offers a look at: Who claimed what?; Quiz - match the claim to the political party; The Great Pension Dodge; and, how much taxpayers' money does it take to change a lightbulb? And more.

The bestselling Yearbook for writers and artists - a comprehensive, up-to-date directory of media contacts and a wealth of practical advice and information. Includes hundreds of new contacts and updated listings as well as articles by writers such as Joanna Trollope, Terry Pratchett and many others.

This edition of Othello sheds light on the text of the play as we have come to know it, and on our knowledge of its early history. Professor Honigmann examines major critical issues, the play in performance and the relationship between reading it and seeing it.

Equips readers with an understanding of one of Shakespeare's greatest plays - The Hamlet. This work offers an illustrated Introduction to the play's historical, cultural and performance contexts and a survey of critical approaches to the play.

In this edition, R.A. Foakes brings to bear a number of historical perspectives and critically addresses recent explorations of King Lear as a play of redemption, a play of despair and a play that destabilises all commentary.

Story of the Scene gives the inside scoop, from legends to exclusives, from the hilarious to the macabre, on 80 famous moments in film. Written by a leading film critic each story is featured on a double page spread, and illustrated with a film still. A perfect gift book for film buffs.

Covers maximising endurance, strength and performance; how to calculate your optimal calorie, carbohydrate and protein requirements; advice on improving body composition; specific advice for women, children and vegetarians; eating plans to cut body fat, gain muscle and prepare for competition; and sport-specific nutritional advice.

A compact, informative and beautifully illustrated RSPB guide to 174 of the most common birds found in Britain. It features concise descriptions of each bird's main characteristics, including plumage, population, habitat, voice and confusion species. This guide features a species per page, including a colour distribution map.