Adrian Besley

Mohamed Salah: The Ultimate Fan Book takes you into the Egyptian football superstar's world like no other book. Learn about his amazing journey from growing up in a suburb of Cairo, to Basel, Chelsea, Fiorentina, AS Roma and Liverpool, where he has become a superstar of the Premier League. Written in a lively style and filled with fun features, thrilling action photographs and enlightening quotes, Mohamed Salah: The Ultimate Fan Book celebrates his greatest moments and most famous goals, including the goals which have made him one of the world's most watchable superstars.

A few miles from New Orleans, at LaSalle's Landing - in what is now the city of Kenner - stands a life-size bronze statue of two men in combat. One of them is the legendary Gypsy Jem Mace, the first Heavyweight Boxing Champion of the World and the last of the great bare-knuckle fighters. This is the story of Jem Mace's life. Born in Norfolk in 1931, between his first recorded fight, in October 1855, and his last - at the age of nearly 60 - he became the greatest fighter the world has ever known. But "Gypsy" Jem Mace was far more than a champion boxer: he played the fiddle in street processions in war-wrecked New Orleans; was friends with Wyatt Earp - survivor of the gunfight at the OK Corral (who refereed one of his fights), the author Charles Dickens; controversial actress Adah Mencken (he and Dickens were rivals for her affection); and the great and the good of New York and London high society; he fathered numerous children (the author is his great-great-grandson), and had countless lovers, resulting in many marriages and divorces.Gypsy Jem Mace is not simply a book about boxing, but more a narrative quest to uncover the life of a famous but forgotten ancestor, who died in poverty in 1910. This is a story that deserves to be told, one that will resonate with anyone, young or old, man or woman, who has ever sought to do something special before the light of life starts to dim.

Seven men. 78 million Instagram followers. 30 billion YouTube views. 47 billion Spotify streams. Sold out world tours. BTS are a global phenomenon – this is their story. Fully revised and updated for a third time, this 2026 edition of the bestselling biography is the definitive account of BTS’s journey from their trainee days to the explosive global breakthroughs of ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Butter’, their retrospective compilation album Proof and their blossoming solo endeavours, exploring how this group of guys from South Korea have taken over the world. RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook can sing, dance and rap, and they write and produce their own music too. From humble beginnings at a small agency to topping charts all over the world, their story is testament to the amazing talent and hard work of each of the members. Their dedicated fanbase, ARMY, have supported them through thick and thin, celebrating triumphs alongside their idols and pushing them to ever-greater heights. Since the last edition in 2023, the story of BTS has entered an exciting new chapter. As members released chart-topping solo music and fulfilled South Korea’s mandatory military service, anticipation for their return has only grown. By June 2025, all seven had completed their service and reunited, thrilling fans worldwide with the announcement of a brand-new group album and a global tour set to kick off in spring 2026. This updated edition captures that pivotal moment – when seven individuals come back together as BTS, ready to begin the next era of their extraordinary journey.

A vivid biography of Rosala, the flamenco student turned avant-garde pop icon reshaping modern pop music. From Catalonia to the world stage, it traces the artistic breakthroughs, reinventions and cultural mashups that are fuelling her meteoric rise.

Rosalía is redefining pop music at a spectacular pace – a flamenco student turned global pop visionary, praised by the Vatican, embraced by the fashion world and adored by millions. From her early days studying traditional cante in Catalonia to the genre-shattering impact of El Mal Querer, MOTOMAMI and now the stunningly ambitious LUX, Rosalía has rewritten the rules of what a Spanish artist can be. Rosalía: The Making of a Modern Pop Icon is the first major (unauthorized) biography of the artist who has transformed modern pop by fusing religion, romance, R&B, classical music and more. A deep dive behind the hits, it reveals the creative risks, cultural battles and personal reinventions that have heralded her meteoric rise, making Rosalía one of the most magnetic artists of her generation. Featuring a beautiful photographic section and charting her journey from local stages to the top of global charts, this is the definitive portrait of an artist whose vision is as fearless as her voice. Bold and intimate, it captures Rosalía at the exact moment her star goes supernova.

The legends of Highbury and The Emirates stand tall in the football pantheon. They include world-class players from Thierry Henry and David Seaman to Dennis Bergkamp, Bukayo Saka and other greats of the club. This book explores the feats and achievements of those who excited and delighted fans and saw their names written into the history of Arsenal forever. Through the years, Arsenal supporters have been privileged to watch some of the great teams of English football: from the dominant side of the 1930s to the Double-winners of 1971; from the Anfield title-snatchers to the great 'Invincibles'; and on to the young Gunners of the present day. Every era has delivered new heroes and those fan favourites are the focus of these pages. Legends are more than just players though. The book examines the top managers who brought glory to the club, the greatest teams to wear the famous red and white and the most memorable matches in the club's glorious history.

Fully revised and updated, World Club Football Records is a net- bulging collection of standout football records, stats and trivia from around the globe. The triumphs and outstanding achievements from the Premier League, FA Cup, Spain's La Liga, Germany's Bundesliga, the Champions League and Copa Libertadores, together with many other leading competitions worldwide, are expertly logged in this amazing book, providing essential reference for football fans everywhere. All the contemporary superstars of world football are prominently featured, including Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham, Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo, Bayern Munich's Harry Kane and the next 'chosen one', Barc a's Lamine Yamal. It contains: * Top goalscorers * Most appearances * Biggest attendances * Most hat-tricks * Highest wins * Goalkeeping records * Longest unbeaten sequences * Most penalties scored * Most points in a season * Most successful managers * Youngest and oldest players and much, much more...

This is Simone Biles, as the indomitable force of gymnastics and America’s Olympic gold medalist. Immerse yourself in this must-have, beautifully illustrated book chronicling Simone’s extraordinary journey from a young girl with a dream to a global sports icon. With an incredible collection of 32 Olympic and World Championship medals, she has solidified her legacy as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Since her historic performances at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she won four gold medals, Simone has continued to push boundaries, showcasing her unmatched talent and determination. She has also used her platform to advocate for mental health awareness, becoming a voice of empowerment and inspiration for many, especially young athletes. This book not only delves into her remarkable achievements but also explores her personal journey, marked by triumphs, challenges, and a profound commitment to her values. Discover the stories behind her most iconic routines, her powerful comeback at the 2024 Paris Games, and personal insights into her life off the mat, all beautifully illustrated to showcase the grace and strength of Simone Biles.

FULLY UPDATED WITH ANOTHER YEAR OF THRILLING, HILARIOUS AND MIND-BENDING VIDEOS!YouTube is home to more than 14 billion videos, many documenting some of the greatest feats of human endeavour and endurance ever recorded. YouTube World Records 2026 is a glorious, interactive celebration of these heroic and often jaw-dropping achievements.Super-powered with on-the-page links to more than 250 amazing videos, YouTube World Records 2026 showcases a host of amazing feats and tricks - including marshmallow catching and ice cream eating, mega-quick drumming and unbelievable basketball slam-dunks. This is the ultimate celebration of the world's greatest records.

The Cheltenham Festival is a sporting event like no other. Its history features names that resonate across the ages, such as equine celebrities Kauto Star, Best Mate, Denman, Golden Miller and Arkle, jockeys from Pat Taaffe to Ruby Walsh and Rachael Blackmore, and masterful trainers of the likes of Willie Mullins and Nicky Henderson. The biggest occasion in the jump season calendar, the festival boasts some of the most high profile races in the sport, including the Champion Hurdle, the Queen Mother Champion Chase, The Stayers’ Hurdle as well as the Cheltenham Gold Cup, and to win to the sound of the famous “Cheltenham Roar” is the dream of every chaser or hurdler, from amateur to novice to seasoned jumper. Marking the centenary of the Gold Cup, this book traces the Cheltenham Festival’s evolution from humble beginnings into an incredible spectacle where the aristocracy mingle with day trippers, while the Irish arrive in their thousands to make this small Gloucester town seem like an outpost of the Emerald Isle. A glorious celebration of the world’s greatest jump-racing event, showcasing 100 years of the incomparable Cheltenham Gold Cup

World Club Football Records is a net-bulging collection of standout football records, stats and trivia from around the globe. The triumphs and outstanding achievements from the Premier League, FA Cup, Spain’s LaLiga, Germany’s Bundesliga, the Champions League and Copa Libertadores, together with many other leading competitions worldwide, are expertly logged in this amazing book, providing essential reference for football fans everywhere. All the contemporary gala´cticos of world football are prominently featured, including Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo, Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane, Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Real Madrid’s exciting young talent Jude Bellingham.

FULLY UPDATED WITH ANOTHER YEAR OF AMAZING, THRILLING AND MIND-BENDING VIDEOS!Discover the very best of YouTube in this eye-popping collection of incredible stunts, tricks and achievements. Highlighting the most outrageous and fun creators on the platform, YouTube World Records 2025 is a glorious, interactive celebration of the heroic and jaw-dropping efforts of the millions of YouTubers around the world.Super-powered with QR code links to over 250 amazing videos, YouTube World Records 2025 lets you instantly watch these phenomenal feats on your phone or tablet. From the strongest and fastest to the weirdest and maddest, this unique collection contains everything from marshmallow catching and ice cream eating, mega-quick drumming and unbelievable basketball slam-dunks. This is the ultimate celebration of the world's greatest records!

Nu kommer 2024 års uppdaterade upplaga av Youtube världsrekord. Den här underhållande och interaktiva boken innehåller internets främsta, galnaste och mest storslagna världsrekord. Här hittar du en unik samling med över 250 förbluffande rekord och med hjälp av de smarta QR-koderna kommer du direkt till rätt klipp som visar några av världens mest otroliga prestationer. Skanna bara av koden för att se några av alla de fantastiska bragder, konster och trick som finns på Youtube!

The History of the European Championship tells the tale of each tournament, highlighting the key events and providing an in-depth account of every final.This book also provides a detailed preview of EURO 2024, which is being staged in Germany across 10 state-of-the-art stadiums.

YouTube is the world's most-visited video sharing site. It is home to over 100 million videos and contains a host of amazing clips, many documenting incredible feats of human endeavour and endurance. YouTube World Records is the first glorious interactive celebration of these heroic and often jaw-dropping efforts.Super-powered with on-the-page links to over 250 amazing videos, YouTube World Records showcases the greatest feats ever recorded on the file-sharing website. From the tallest and smallest to the greatest and maddest, YouTube World Records has it covered. This unique collection contains a host of amazing feats, stunts and tricks – including pancake tossing and fiery-hot pepper eating, mega-quick drumming and unbelievable basketball slam-dunks. This is the ultimate celebration of the world's greatest records.

Nu kommer 2023 års uppdaterade upplaga av YouTube världsrekord. Den här underhållande och interaktiva boken innehåller internets främsta, galnaste och mest storslagna världsrekord.Här hittar du en unik samling med över 250 förbluffande rekord och med hjälp av de smarta QR-koderna kommer du direkt till rätt klipp som visar några av världens mest otroliga prestationer. Skanna bara av koden så får du se fantastiska bragder, konster och trick på YouTube!

Seven men. Ten years. 48 million Twitter followers. 27 billion YouTube views. 30 billion Spotify streams. Sold out world tours. BTS are a global phenomenon – this is their story.Fully revised and updated for a second time, this edition of the bestselling biography is the definitive account of BTS’s journey from their trainee days to the explosive global breakthroughs of ‘Dynamite’ and ‘Butter’, their retrospective compilation album Proof and their blossoming solo endeavours, exploring how this group of guys from South Korea have taken over the world.RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook can sing, dance and rap, and write and produce their own music too. From humble beginnings at a small agency to topping charts all over the world, their story is truly incredible, and testament to the amazing talent and hard work of each of the members. Their dedicated fanbase, ARMY, have supported them through thick and thin, celebrating triumphs alongside their idols and pushing them to ever-greater heights.Extensively researched, and written in an upbeat and accessible style, this unofficial biography interweaves the backstories of each of the members with the narrative of the band as a whole, their modest debut and their astonishing rise to fame in their home country and beyond. It also includes 8 pages of full colour photographs of the band performing, posing and having fun.

The History of the Women's World Cup is a celebration of women's soccer's most prestigious tournament. In the UK, crowds and TV viewing figures are at record levels and top players have become household names. The Women's World Cup 2023 in Australia and New Zealand will be the biggest, most eagerly anticipated and watched competition in it's history. This book explains the growth of the women's game and the origins of the Women's World Cup. Illustrated with fabulous colour photographs, it tells the story of each tournament, highlighting key moments, great goals and providing an in- depth account of every final. It recalls the great teams and the legendary players who emerged, including Marta, Birgit Prinz, Megan Rapinoe and Lucy Bronze. The book also previews in detail the 2023 World Cup. It focuses on each of the venues and features the 32 competing teams, their groups and possible route to the final. It also picks out the potential stars of the finals, from Australia's Sam Kerr and Belgium's Tessa Wullaert to Germany's Lea Sch ller and England's Ella Toone, in a comprehensive guide to the global showpiece of women's football.

Blackpink in your area – now fully revised and updated, this is the definitive guide to the biggest K-pop girl group on the planet.Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé and Lisa are the hottest thing in pop right now – supremely talented with looks to die for, it’s no wonder everyone from Ariana Grande to Lady Gaga is a Blink! From headlining Coachella to sitting front row at Paris Fashion Week, these girls have done it all, and done it in style. Their music videos rack up billions of views on YouTube, and their world tours are sell-out events.If you want to know more about Blackpink, from their trainee days to world domination, this book covers it all: the songs, the choreography, the fashion, the music videos, the famous friends and the star collaborations. They really are ‘the only gang to run the game in high heels’.