The full story of Taylor Swift’s stratospheric rise to fame; all any dedicated Swifty needs to know about the pop superstar who’s taking over the world.
A small-town girl with an incredible talent, and the strength to realise her dream, Taylor has grown into an award-winning, chart-topping artist and worldwide star, as well as a strong and stylish woman. But how did she get there? And what lies in store for her in the future?
From childhood dreams of a musical future in Pennsylvania, to determined and budding teen musician with a trademark she’s stayed faithful to ever since: honest lyrics about real-life events; her fight to be taken seriously in the music industry, through to the rewards of success and the intense pressure of expectation, Taylor Swift: The Whole Story is a full account of Taylor’s incredible journey, with everything you need to know about America’s Sweetheart.
This compelling book is packed full of fascinating details revealing the true Taylor – what drives, motivates and moves her, how she overcame the challenges that loomed on the road to fame and looks at how authentic her wholesome image is, plus the truth about her relationships with Harry Styles, Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor Kennedy and who she’s really talking about on her tracks.
The full portrait of a girl who could so easily have faded into the background – but who blossomed in the spotlight into a grounded, graceful and inspiring young woman.

Taylor Swift: The 2014 biography of pop superstar Taylor Swift

Newkey-Burden, Chas

Humor & Entertainment

Harpercollins

Taylor Swift: The unmissable, fully updated 2024 biography of pop superstar Taylor Swift

Fresh-faced and oh-so cute, Justin Bieber is a singing sensation who has rocked the music world to its foundations. Born on March 1, 1994, from Stratford Ontario, Justin's mum started posting videos on YouTube of her thirteen-year-old boy singing cover versions. Hits on the site started building almost immediately and it wasn't long before he had fans – of all ages, all over the world. When, in 2008, music-industry professional Scooter Braun became his manager, this young star was on his way. His debut single 'One Time' was released in 2009 and went into the top 30 in ten countries around the world, and his album My World 2.0 caused a sensation. 
Talented and gorgeous, Justin Bieber’s inspirational story is a must for all his fans to enjoy.

Justin Bieber: An Unauthorized Biography

Children's Books

Biographies

Puffin Canada

This is the story of man's most devoted four-legged friend as it has (perhaps wisely) never been recounted: a somewhat dog-eared compilation of surreal news reports, hilarious correspondence, and even funnier cartoons. If it wags its tail, is loyal to its master, hunts in packs, barks at strangers, and cocks its leg at any given opportunity, it can be found here. Well, they do say every dog has its day!

Reduced History of Dogs: The Story of Man's Best Friend Squeezed into 101 Barking-mad Episodes

Humor

Andre Deutsch

Rituals, habits and superstitions of the rich and famous. Have you ever wondered how Simon Cowell developed the Midas touch? Or how Mo Farah won two Olympic golds? Curious to know how Barack Obama focusses before an election? How Marilyn Monroe always looked so glamorous? Or how Dan Brown pens his latest bestseller?Packed full of entertaining trivia and hilarious anecdotes, Get Lucky chronicles the luck rituals of the great and the good. From sports stars and celebrities to writers, tastemakers and multi-millionaires, this book exposes the unusual habits and superstitions behind their success. Read on and be inspired. You never know, some of their luck might just rub off on you.

Get Lucky: Rituals, Habits and Superstitions of the Rich and Famous

Reference

BANTAM PRESS

Understand the canine world and choose the right pet with this handy pocket-sized guide to all the common breeds. Are bulldogs good with kids? Why do shar peis frown? For dog-lovers of all ages, this fascinating and informative book provides you with all you need to know about the amazing world of pedigree dogs. This is an indispensable guide and contains the most important characteristics, fascinating facts and unusual features of over 100 breeds.

The Dog Directory: Hamlyn All Color, Facts, Figures, and Profiles of over 100 Breeds

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Pets & Animal Care

Hamlyn

How has her tempestuous life that influenced her heartbreaking tracks? How did she overcome the challenges that threatened to derail her career? In Adele, veteran celebrity biographer Chas Newkey-Burden traces her story from her childhood in London, where she began singing at the age of four. During her teenage years she wrote her own music and attended the BRIT school, alongside the likes of Leona Lewis. After posting demos on her MySpace webpage, she earned a record deal and quickly captured hearts. Adele remains an unlikely icon. Her looks are unusual in a formulaic world of celebrity image, she suffers badly with pre-stage nerves, and she once canceled a crucial promotional trip to the U.S. because she felt too down to travel. This is a full, unflinching portrait of a genuine talent and inspiring, uncompromising woman―the curvy girl next door who conquered the world.

Adele: The Biography

Biographies & Memoirs

Arts & Literature

Abrams Press

After years of rumors, Adele’s long-awaited third album 25 was finally announced in late 2015, and with it came claims that she was to single-handedly “save the music industry.” Such is the influence of Adele―a young mother from north London with the most powerful voice in the world. Adele’s breathtaking songs have seen her top the charts in over 30 countries, collect millions of admirers, and win dozens of top awards. But who is she? Her commendable desire to protect her family and friends from the harsh glare of the media’s spotlight has meant that she has become one of the most private superstars on the planet. Adele: The Biography traces her story from a humble childhood in London through to the phenomenal success of her first two albums, 19 and 21, and the making of her most recent work, 25. Along the way, this unique book uncovers how her troubled private life influenced her heartbreaking tracks and how she overcame a string of obstacles that threatened to derail her career. You will discover the fascinating truth behind all the highs and the lows experienced by this fun, formidable woman, whose songs have become national anthems for the heartbroken. In this fully updated edition of his internationally-bestselling biography, Chas Newkey-Burden reveals the woman behind the music.

From fantastic running quotes ("How do you know if someone ran a marathon? Don't worry, they'll tell you." -Jimmy Fallon) and hilarious spectator signs ("Worst parade ever!") to witty profiles of different types of runners (street fundraisers, gadget gurus) and training tips, Running: Cheaper than Therapy is designed to be the perfect gift for the runner, jogger, or triathlete in your life.
Written by a Telegraph journalist and self-confessed running nut, this smartly packaged and brilliantly knowing miscellany details entertaining, real-life runners' stories (being overtaken by a kid or getting lost while training) and takes a humorous look at the mistakes runners make (wearing a brand new pair of sneakers for half marathon or getting so pumped by your morning run you have arguments with everyone at work).

Running: Cheaper Than Therapy: A Celebration of Running

Bloomsbury Sport

Cracking... full of running gems, realities and giggles. Nice work!' - Martin Yelling, Marathon Talk'Lovely - very impressive' - TalkSPORT'From now on, if anyone I know mentions that they want to start running, this will be my first recommendation' - Stuart HeritageBest Books of 2021: Sport - Waterstones selectionThe Runner's Code explores the unwritten rules of everyday running and is essential reading for anyone who marvels at marathons, tears round the track or simply plods round the park.Filled with smart advice and brilliantly knowing humour, this unique celebration of running takes the newbie and veteran alike through the secret, nuanced and blindingly obvious rules of running to answer all the important questions, such as:- What's the correct etiquette for acknowledging other runners?- What should you do if you get 'caught short' on a run?- And exactly how many times can you ask colleagues for marathon sponsorship?The book is packed with plenty of need-to-know information to help you deliver your best running performance, such as coping with different weather conditions, advice on kit and clothing (how many miles can a pair of trainers last, and is it ever appropriate to run in a mankini?) and pavement etiquette (overtaking dawdling pedestrians on a busy street).There are also sections on getting the best race-day nutrition, finding the perfect running headspace and gaining maximum joy from your running.The Runner's Code features exclusive contributions from BBC presenters Nicky Campbell and Louise Minchin, sports writer Henry Winter, and leading running authors Anna McNuff, Paul Tonkinson, Rachel Cullen, Martin Yelling, Liz Yelling, Helen Croydon and Michael Stocks. They each brilliantly reveal what they love and what they hate about running.Written by journalist, author and self-confessed running nut Chas Newkey-Burden, The Runner's Code will help us to all run better and more responsibly, while reminding us of the joy and, at times, the wonderful absurdity of running.

The Runner's Code: The Unwritten Rules of Everyday Running BEST BOOKS OF 2021: SPORT – WATERSTONES

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Taylor Swift: The 2014 biography of pop superstar Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift: The unmissable, fully updated 2024 biography of pop superstar Taylor Swift

Justin Bieber: An Unauthorized Biography

Reduced History of Dogs: The Story of Man's Best Friend Squeezed into 101 Barking-mad Episodes

Get Lucky: Rituals, Habits and Superstitions of the Rich and Famous

The Dog Directory: Hamlyn All Color, Facts, Figures, and Profiles of over 100 Breeds

Adele: The Biography

Adele: The Biography

Running: Cheaper Than Therapy: A Celebration of Running

The Runner's Code: The Unwritten Rules of Everyday Running BEST BOOKS OF 2021: SPORT – WATERSTONES