Tom English

For 125 years the British & Irish Lions have stood out as a peerless emblem in world sport. This unique account of the best from the four Home Nations examines every tour in the Lions’ history, including the victorious 2013 tour to Hong Kong and Australia, told in the players’ words. Behind the Lions sees rugby writers from across the Home Nations delve to the heart of what it means to be a Lion, interviewing a vast array of former and current players to uncover the passion, pride and exhilaration experienced when wearing the famous red jersey. It is a tale of heartbreak and ecstasy, humour and poignancy that is at once inspirational, moving and utterly compelling. This is the story of the British & Irish Lions in their own words.

Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year 'Magnificent ... the pinacle of rugby writing' – Owen Slot, The Times The 1997 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa is one of the most iconic in rugby history. Written off at home and abroad, Martin Johnson's men were given no hope of success against the world champion Springboks in their own backyard. But a combination of brilliant coaching, astute selections and outstanding players laid the foundations for the touring side's outstanding attacking mindset and brutal stonewall defence. On the other side was a team expected to stamp their authority on the tourists and confirm their place as the best side on the planet. But with political, racial and economic scandals swirling around the Springbok camp, plus a rookie coach parachuted into office just before the tour began, the hosts were under huge pressure. In a Test series that will go down in legend as one of the most compelling of all time, the sides could barely be separated. This is the inside story from both camps as they battle for supremacy, lifting the lid like never before as a huge cast of characters look back on those extraordinary weeks and the impact it had on their lives and careers thereafter. Hilarious, insightful and spine-chilling, Tom English and Peter Burns provide the perfect read for all Lions fans.

The ultimate World Cup showdown, in the words of those who were there. Shortlisted for the Sports Book Awards Rugby Book of the Year. From 1997 to 2003 England and Australia battled for domination of the rugby world in one of the greatest rivalries the sport has ever known. In The Men in the Arena, William Hill shortlisted authors Peter Burns and Tom English explore every aspect of the teams’ journey to the 2003 Rugby World Cup final, telling the story primarily in the words of the protagonists at the centre of the battle. Featuring exclusive new interviews with players and coaches from both teams plus an array of superstars who faced them from New Zealand, Ireland, France, Wales and beyond, this is the inside story like it has never been told before. 'A splendid re-telling of English rugby's most celebrated story. Cracking stuff from start to finish' - Robert Kiston, The Guardian

Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year 'Magnificent ... the pinacle of rugby writing' – Owen Slot, The Times The 1997 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa is one of the most iconic in rugby history. Written off at home and abroad, Martin Johnson's men were given no hope of success against the world champion Springboks in their own backyard. But a combination of brilliant coaching, astute selections and outstanding players laid the foundations for the touring side's outstanding attacking mindset and brutal stonewall defence. On the other side was a team expected to stamp their authority on the tourists and confirm their place as the best side on the planet. But with political, racial and economic scandals swirling around the Springbok camp, plus a rookie coach parachuted into office just before the tour began, the hosts were under huge pressure. In a Test series that will go down in legend as one of the most compelling of all time, the sides could barely be separated. This is the inside story from both camps as they battle for supremacy, lifting the lid like never before as a huge cast of characters look back on those extraordinary weeks and the impact it had on their lives and careers thereafter. Hilarious, insightful and spine-chilling, Tom English and Peter Burns provide the perfect read for all Lions fans.

By 1971 no Lions team had ever defeated the All Blacks in a Test series. Since 1904, six Lions sides had travelled to New Zealand and all had returned home bruised, battered and beaten. But the 1971 tour party was different. It was full of young, ambitious and outrageously talented players who would all go on to carve their names into the annals of sporting history during a golden period in British and Irish rugby. And at their centre was Carwyn Jones – an intelligent, sensitive rugby mastermind who would lead his team into the game’s hardest playing arena while facing a ferocious, tragic battle in his personal life, all in pursuit of a seemingly impossible dream. Up against them was an All Blacks team filled with legends in the game in the likes of Colin Meads, Brian Lochore, Ian Kirkpatrick, Sid Going and Bryan Williams. But as the Lions swept through the provinces, lighting up the rugby fields of New Zealand the pressure began to mount on the home players in a manner never seen before. As the Test series loomed, it became clear that a clash that would echo through the ages was about to unfold. And at its conclusion, it was obvious to all that rugby would never be the same again.

TOM & WILMA'S FAMILY OF ECCENTRIC KITCHEN ANGELS IS BACK Meet Garbo, our tough-guy garbage pail, the crusty and outspoken Signor Panini, and Mr. Freeze, star of "The Big Thaw." Learn why Katie the kettle frequently shrieks, and discover the curious link between pineapples and hospitality. These are just a few of the "kitchen angels" eagerly waiting to greet you within.Grab a cup of tea, find a comfy chair, and indulge in a second helping of witty and wise articles inspired by food, cooking, and things found in every kitchen: an eccentric ensemble of kitchen angels (Godly messengers) who can teach us important lessons about life, love, relationships, and the world we live in. Bon app tit

The Grudge brilliantly recaptures a day that has gone down in history when a rugby match became more than a game. This is the extraordinary story of the 1990 Calcutta Cup, told with astounding insight and unprecedented access to key players, coaches and supporters on both sides. Winner of the British Sports Book Awardsâ?? Rugby Book of the Year.

Smart strategies and spiritual secrets for achieving your dreams Are you a creative person? Do you have grand goals and high hopes? Are you chasing a seemingly impossible dream? More importantly, do you have what it takes? To fight fear, failure, and rejection? To weather the storms of life, defeat disappointment, and seize the day? To overcome all of the obstacles on the road to your destiny? To stay the course, no matter how tough things get, or how long the journey takes?Welcome to Spiritual Boot Camp for Creators & Dreamers Inside you'll receive basic training specifically designed to whip you into shape so you can conquer your dreams and enjoy a victorious life.Tom and Wilma share their personal battle tactics learned from decades in the trenches-practical strategies reinforced with truths from the Word of God-to encourage and help you to live each day in victory as you continue on the journey to realizing your hopes and dreams

What does God REALLY want? Where does hospitality fit into the big picture? Here's a complete, balanced, and Biblically sound look at the practice of hospitality. *****From PUBLISHERS WEEKLY: " Tom and Wilma] ask readers to redefine hospitality by considering it from a biblical sense in this impassioned book."*****To help perform His divine will, God has frequently relied on a celebrated company of Heavenly messengers called angels. But in a manner of speaking, we're all called to be God's "Heavenly messengers" here on earth: we all have a story to tell, an experience to relate, a testimony to share; and, like His celestial band of servants, the Creator of the Universe wants each of us to become a Godly emissary of His supernatural love: following in the footsteps of Jesus Christ, through a lifestyle of giving, serving, encouraging, and ... sharing the Words of Life But something's been holding us back from fully answering the call We've lost an important truth that expresses the heart and nature of God, and we've abandoned a practice that's vital to peace and unity within our homes and communities, as well as the growth of our churches. It's one of the most misunderstood and neglected Biblical concepts today, and its inexcusable neglect is keeping us from becoming all God intended God wants us to develop the "heart of an angel"-but how do we accomplish this? Better still, what is the heart of an angel? Join us as we examine the secrets of the heart: learn how to change the world while building meaningful relationships; strengthen your family while becoming more like God; unite your community while impacting eternity; and fulfill the Lord's greatest commandment while "flying" with the angels Do you have what it takes to join His band of "angels"? God wants YOU

You will believe that a toaster can talk Throughout Biblical times, God called upon angelic beings to make special announcements to His people on earth. But God has many ways of speaking to us: beyond His Holy Word, we can hear His voice in the roar of the ocean surf, see His wisdom in a blade of grass, and learn valuable lessons from industrious ants and puffy rain clouds. And when it comes to learning about life, love and relationships, God's "heavenly messengers" are everywhere. We find His "angels" in all walks of life, in books and on television-and even in the kitchen Grab a cup of tea, find a comfy chair, and indulge in this witty collection of thought-provoking articles exploring the sights and sensations found in every home: an eccentric ensemble of kitchen gadgets, appliances and food items-and the important messages they can relate. You'll meet Luke and Nuke, the twin microwaves, listen to the call of the Keurig, and discover why Fridgey the refrigerator loves the nightlife. You'll encounter culinary oddballs and weird cookbooks; learn the spiritual significance of Tupperware; and find out what happens when "The Cheese Stands Alone" These are just a few of the kitchen angels eagerly waiting to greet you within.Tom and Wilma's ongoing internet series Angel in the Kitchen appears each Tuesday and Thursday on their popular website AngelAtTheDoor.com. Sixty-six of their best articles are collected here for your enjoyment. Bon app tit Ravens' Reads: "Books to feed your spirit "

Five dozen witty and inspiring articles highlighting everything from Sherlock Holmes to Slinky toys, Stan Lee to Lucille Ball, the Monkees to Mother's Day, Hersey chocolate to Julia Child, and much much more; plus handling fear, rejection and failure.* * * *Everyone has a special dream. Whether you're an artist or a writer, an actor or a singer, an inventor or an entrepreneur; or simply someone who dreams of better days ahead, Tom and Wilma English want to help you achieve your goals, by encouraging you to faithfully pursue your dreams while providing you with practical advice and inspiring stories. In this collection you'll discover fascinating facts and a few humorous turns about men and women, young and old, who dreamed big and succeeded despite shaky circumstances, overwhelming obstacles and, often, the silly notions of our wonderful, whacky world.

Shortlised for the 2022 SBA Best Sports Book of the 21st Century prizeThe gripping inside story of when an England-Scotland rugby match become more than a gameMurrayfield, the Calcutta Cup, March 1990. England vs. Scotland - winner-takes-all for the Five Nations Grand Slam, the biggest prize in northern hemisphere rugby.Will Carling's England are the very embodiment of Margaret Thatcher's Britain - snarling, brutish and all-conquering. Scotland are the underdogs - second-class citizens from a land that's become the testing ground for the most unpopular tax in living memory: Thatcher's Poll Tax. In Edinburgh, nationalism is rising high - what happens in the stadium will resound far beyond the pitch.Told with unprecedented access to key players, coaches and supporters on both sides (Will Carling, Ian McGeechan, Brian Moore and the rest), Tom English has produced a gripping account of a titanic struggle that thrusts the reader right into the heart of the action. Game on.'A priceless read' Guardian'Absolutely outstanding' The Times'An epic tale' Daily Telegraph'Gripping' Scottish Review of Books