Sheila Bartons memoir of autism is inspiring. Finding herself at thirty years old with a son with autism & severe learning disabilities she set about learning how to live a different kind of life & be a different kind of mother. This is the story told with passion intelligence & humour of their journey from darkness into light. It is written out of anguish & anger but also out of hope & love. The book opens & closes with a real-life snapshot: the first from when Jonathan was nine the second from when he was twenty-three. The first is told from the edge of despair. The second is upbeat
- the day is one of happiness for Jonny & for his mother. Autism has been integrated into their world
- they have survived it. The chapters in between tell the amazing story of their life together & how they dealt with diagnosis birth school brothers & sisters travel therapies obsessions grief & sex. Sheila writes movingly of the heartbreak & the joy the terror & the liberation. Her son is now in his late twenties & she & Jonny began their journey into this strange & difficult world when understanding of autism was very poor. Today autism is diagnosed more often & attracts more media attention than ever before. This is the story of the triumph of hope & love over pain & sadness. It is a compelling manifesto for greater understanding of those who are born different. Its ending is one of empowerment & joy. This is a book we all should read. A remarkable human story a remarkable piece of writing.
- Jon Snow journalist & broadcaster I loved this book. Vivid & lively writing draws a picture of the ups & downs of family life with a child with autism. The overwhelming love she feels for her children & her spirited responses to setbacks are a joy.
- Clare Coombe-Tennant trustee of Tree House



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'I would sit in the dining hall surreptitiously examining my fellow murderers. You could never have guessed their crimes just by looking. There were former bank managers accountants solicitors bus drivers as well as tinker tailor soldier sailor. There was even a former priest. A more normal-looking group of men you couldn't have found anywhere. Murder it seemed was no respecter of occupation or social status.' Bestselling author of Parkhurst Tales Norman Parker was convicted of murder & spent much of his sentence in category A prisons. There's nothing Norman can't tell you about doing time. By turns horrifying dark & funny Living With Killers is an extraordinary insight into life in one of Britain's most notorious prisons. A real-life story the name of the prison & its inhabitants has been changed allowing Norman to tell nothing but the truth & expose the dark raw reality of prison life. With a huge cast of eccentric characters & stories that will make you laugh & wince in equal measure this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the truth about what really goes on behind bars. ...

Robyn Peltier has always lived a normal life. So when her boss is murdered & she is named prime suspect she is way out of her depth. As the bodies pile up only her friend Hope & Hope's somewhat spooky boyfriend Karl are on her side. Hope meanwhile has a few secrets of her own. Namely that she is half-demon & her 'spooky' boyfriend is actually a werewolf. Hope also knows that Robyn has accidentally stumbled into a bloody supernatural turf war. & the only way she can keep her friend alive is by letting her enter a world she's safer knowing nothing about.. . ...

T J Higgs is one of the most celebrated psychic mediums in the UK whose work has been featured on TV & in the national press. But she has overcome many obstacles to get where she is. A sensitive child her unique psychic gift was not encouraged & as she reveals her life has not been easy. In fact she believes that the challenges she has faced have played an essential part in making her the ground-breaking medium she is today. In this compelling book Tracy Higgs
- known affectionately by her fans as TJ
- shares her story as well as heart-warming true tales from the afterlife. She also brings a lightness of touch amazing accuracy & a fantastic sense of humour to her communications with the spirit world. Intuitive witty & wise she is a very modern medium. & she invites you now to engage with the Other Side in ways you never dreamed possible
- to see the spirit world afresh through her eyes.


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Tinnitus can be a terrible affliction both for the individual & also for friends & family. Hyperacusis acute sensitivity to noise can also seriously interfere with everyday life. These conditions are common in adults & may affect children too. The good news is that prospects for recovery have never been better thanks to advances in scientific understanding & therapy. There are techniques that can be used to help minimize the distressing effects of these disorders which can range from lack of sleep & irritability to loss of concentration & confidence. Living with Tinnitus & Hyperacusis looks at strategies for coping &

Includes:: a complete self-help programme. Topics include; causes & mechanisms of tinnitus & hyperacusis the impact of these hearing disorders effective treatments relaxation & sound therapy relieving the stress of tinnitus & hyperacusis & avoiding relapse.

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Olivia Newton-John is a woman who radiates health positivity & wellbeing. She is often asked 'how do you do it?' In Livwise" Olivia explains her belief in the importance of eating a healthy diet in order to maintain wellness & balance. This book will introduce you to ways of eating & living that will keep you in good health & happiness. These simple wholesome tasty recipes are the ones Olivia loves to cook for her family
- some created in her own kitchen & others contributed by friends & chefs at her Australian health retreat Gaia. From delicious salads & snacks to hearty mains & guilt-free desserts the recipes in " Livwise" offer a perfect balance of flavour goodness & vitality. As a breast cancer survivor (or cancer thriver as she prefers) Olivia is raising funds for The Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre in Melbourne. Her royalties from the sale of this book will go to the centre. Key points: the recipes in " Livwise" are practical easy to follow & based around fresh ingredients & all designed to make you feel good; recipes include: breakfast; shakes smoothies & juices; starters snacks & breads; salads & dressings; mains; & sweets; Olivia's vibrant personality tips & thoughts are included throughout the book."
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Liz Fraser was one of British cinema's favourite leading ladies for three decades. Instantly recognisable as the star of five Carry On productions she also appeared in the Confessions & Adventures films as well as regularly appearing alongside such comedy legends as Tony Hancock & Peter Sellers. This is Liz's remarkable story in her own words. Liz

Includes:: shocking revelations about some of her best-known co-stars reveals the heartbreak behind her two marriages & discusses her courageous battles with cancer.

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OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed folding map & is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities including walking horse riding & off-road cycling. Providing complete GB coverage the OS Explorer map series details information essential in the great outdoors including youth hostels pubs & visitor information. Rights of way fences permissive paths & bridleways are clearly shown ensuring you have the best information to get the most out of your time in the countryside. ...

OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Surveys most detailed map & is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities such as walking horse riding & off-road cycling. The series provides complete GB coverage & can now be used in all weathers thanks to OS Explorer Map
- Active a tough versatile version of the OS Explorer Map.
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Terrarium hobbyists will find a wealth of detailed information in this book on the traits & needs of lizard species from A to Za Anoles to Zonosaurs. Different lizards require different diets & housing environments & the authorsaboth widely respected experts on amphibians & reptilesahave the answers to virtually every collectoras questions. Filled with color photos scientifically accurate line art & a glossary. ...