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Learn how to be streetwise and how to protect yourself in unarmed combat with this guide by martial arts expert Geoff Thompson. The author outlines the latest techniques in self-defence and interviews criminals, askning why and how they target certain people for attack.

This diverse collection of classic women’s poetry is a celebration of all things female, covering the timeless themes of love, life, motherhood and independence.

Ground fighting is one of the most underestimated yet devastatingly ferocious of all the Martial Arts. Ninety-nine per cent of all street fights that are not finished within the first three seconds end up on the floor. The books in the “Ground Fighting” series prepare you with the very best of wrestling, ju-jitsu, judo etc., covering ground control, bars, locks, chokes, strangles, cranks, butts, reintroducing many of the illegal and banned techniques from the beginning of the century.

With the history of the food of the gods to choco-myths and famous chocoholics; choco-horoscopes; choco-games and choco-recipes this is a treat for chocolate lovers.

“Thousands of years ago, cats were worshipped as gods. Cats have never forgotten this.”

Containing quotes, jokes and stories, this book celebrates the world’s favourite furry friend.

Ground fighting is one of the most underestimated yet devastatingly ferocious of all the Martial Arts. Ninety-nine per cent of all street fights that are not finished within the first three seconds end up on the floor. The books in the “Ground Fighting” series prepare you with the very best of wrestling, ju-jitsu, judo etc., covering ground control, bars, locks, chokes, strangles, cranks, butts, reintroducing many of the illegal and banned techniques from the beginning of the century.

If you have trouble getting up in the morning, if you find that you lack motivation in your work, if you really can’t be bothered with your family and friends any more, you’ll love this collection of the world’s finest cynical and defeatist thoughts. Rob Tobin happily puts the minimum effort into everything he (almost) does.

Written with the intention of educating the reader in all aspects of “pressure testing” the martial arts to ensure that the technique and character fit when it really matters. This book aims to explode the myths about what does and what does not work in martial arts on today’s dangerous streets.

A collection of the inadvertent gems from children. With this book you can forget the constraints of the English language listen to your youngers – how else would you find out that when hot steam touches a cold window it makes the steam turn into water droplets. This is how you get compensation.

An enchanting and thought-provoking book providing words which will be a source of enlightenment.

Stress is something that affects everyone, usually by making them snappy and ill, and even causing death. For the rare few that properly ‘use’ stress, the world becomes an Aladdin’s cave of potential. This book teaches you the secrets of controlling and using stress to your advantage. What causes stress. Who is prone to stress . Understanding the enemy. Understanding others. Why we always hurt the ones we love. Our immediate reactions to stress. Symptoms of short term and long term stress. Learning coping mechanisms to deal with stress. How to use stress as an energy force. Relief from stress This book will transform your life.

In the year of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee its time to sit back and take stock of the monarchy. What do they do? Could they be put to more profitable use? Emma Burgess has come up with 101 silly ideas.

If football ain’t your thing, then this title is for you. When World Cup fever strikes, fantasise about a footie-free world in which those bloomin’ balls have been turned to better and funnier uses.

The affirmative bible for the modern woman, this book celebrates all the reasons why it’s great to be a girl!

Men. It’s pretty difficult to think of what use they could be put to. It’s plain to see that they need assistance getting dressed and appear to be incapable of discerning the purpose of a toilet seat. From the fairer sex then comes this perfectly-formed little number with all the reasons Why Men Are Pants!

Ranging from “old faithfuls” to the more bizarre, this is a collection of games for the discerning drinker. Take a copy of this book, mix with large amounts of alcohol, add some friends, stir in some ambience and shake well.

The ancient art of doodling has been around for thousands of years. Depictions of wild beasts on cave walls, funny little carvings on age-old artefacts – we’ve been at it a while. So what better way to celebrate this time-honoured tradition than by doodling while you dump? Fill a fish tank, illustrate the alphabet, envision outer space – whatever takes your creative fancy. Sit back, relax and prepare to make your masterpiece.

‘I need to work hard on my maths so I will be god at it.’

‘My dads boss lives in a big hose.’

‘When I am older I want to learn to drive a cat.’

Children are at their funniest when they’re trying to be serious, and their earnest attempts at mastering the English language are a goldmine of unintentional humour, from the charming to the ludicrous, and from the profound to the downright X-rated. Enjoy this bumper edition of side-splitting spelling slip-ups and hilarious homework howlers.

Be bigger. Be better. Be bolder.

With a positive mood and the right attitude, nothing can hold you back. This small but stirring book is packed with energising quotes and practical tips for boosting motivation, encouraging productivity and kicking procrastination’s ass. It’s just the shot in the arm you need to MAKE SHIT HAPPEN.

Goodbye tension, hello pension

Combining retro photographs with witty captions and quotes, this little book is the perfect way to celebrate your glorious retirement.

B-Day is here! But don’t spend it stressing about the precious time that’s gone by – embrace the fact that you are becoming wiser and wiser every day (well, sort of) with this collection of humorous and uplifting quotes.