The Current - non-fiction authors M to Z
The Rough Guide to The hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Marcus O'Dair
9781848362420 Rough Guides, 2009
Originally a radio comedy, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy became an international phenomenon spawning novels, a TV series and a film. This Rough Guide tells you everything you need to know about Douglas Adams’ stories in all of their manifestations and includes a great online resources section. Perfect for long-term fans and those exploring Adams’ universe for the first time.
Daniel Craig: the Illustrated Biography
Tina Ogle
9781847322661 Carlton, 2009
Follow the life of Daniel Craig, best know as the latest 007 James Bond. Daniel was born in The Wirral, Merseyside and at 6 years old he announced his intention to be an actor. With fantastic photos throughout the book, each chapter follows Daniel’s career which fulfilled his childhood dream.
A Passion for Living: the Amazing Story of a Boy Who Makes Every Day Matter
Alexander Stobbs
9780340978511 Hodder & Stoughton, 2009
Alexander wrote the book to raise awareness of what it is like living with cystic fibrosis (the most common life-threatening disease in the UK), not to dwell on the depressing nature of the illness but to offer hope. His mother recounts the story from his birth. Then Alex covers the events of the year he took his A Levels, conducted the challenging Matthew Passion and became a music graduate at Cambridge University. Channel 4 also made a documentary about him. An inspiring story of life lived to the full.
Weighing It Up
Ali Valenzuela
9780340988404 Hodder Children's, 2009
Ali Valenzuela wrote this frank and compelling account of her struggles with anorexia in order to try to give an insight into this destructive illness and hopefully to help other people affected by it. It includes extracts from her diary and photographs. The book is endorsed by Beat, the leading UK charity for people with eating disorders. A painful story but ultimately positive and life-affirming.
Crap at the Environment
Mark Watson
9780340952818 Hodder & Stoughton, 2009
Join comedian Mark Watson in this funny, light-hearted voyage of discovery about the environment and what we can do to save it. Armed with the new knowledge he learns along the way Mark hopes to alter his polluting lifestyle and encourages the conscientious reader to do the same. This journal style gem is an ideal companion for novice environmentalists everywhere.
The Rough Guide to the Best Music You've Never Heard
Nigel Williamson
9781848360037 Rough Guides, 2008
Do you remember that time your Uncle Phil told you he could have been bigger than Dylan? Well maybe, just maybe, he was telling the truth. Discover hundreds of forgotten classics and hidden gems, as well as the infamous lost albums from some of rock’s biggest stars in this alternative history of music. From musicians who disappeared into obscurity to bands that could have been the Rolling Stones, this is a must for any serious music fan.