A Collaboration with the Arts Council of England

In this new literary venture for Emerald Publishing we are acting as a partner to the Arts Council - England and the Stoke on Trent City Council. Nicholas Corder is a professional writer-in-residence with the library service at Stoke on Trent City Council and was commissioned to write 'The Bone Mill'.

What is 'The Bone Mill' about? It's a story set in The Potteries district in the early 19th Century. It is billed as 'a novel for those of a robust constitution' and gives a glimpse of a harsh world where life is a fight for survival. More...

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A series of books revealing 'Nature's Health Secrets' by Rajgopal Nidamboor

Rajgopal Nidamboor is a Mumbai-based physician, whose medical interests have been long and varied. His expertise in alternative/integrative medicine encompasses a wider area than most in his field. A medical writer and editor, no less, his mission is keyed to contemporary research and dissemination of dependable information for everyone concerned about their health. He says he is constantly surprised that many GPs just don't think outside the box -- especially in areas such as natural health where the body knows best to heal itself from the inside-out. He is a college graduate in homeopathic medicine, Fellow of the College of Chest Physicians and Member of the Centre of Applied Medicine. His special interests include natural health and well-being; mind-body medicine; nutritional medicine; psychology; philosophy/spirituality etc., Go to books...

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Clare Lawrence has just completed her second book with us 'Explaining Autism Spectrum Disorder'.

Clare's books have a personal perspective - she has a son diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome (AS). What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? With Autism and Asperger syndrome now reckoned to affect one in a hundred of our population, this is a question that more and more people are needing to ask. Clare is active with various organisations supporting autism and has appeared on a Great Ormand Street Educational DVD about more effective early diagnosis of AS.

Clare has a masters degree from the University of Northumbria in Creative Writing and has also gained a post-graduate certificate in the field of Asperger Syndrome.

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The National Autistic Society is a good resource for further information and Clare's book can also be found in their shop.

Details of her first book 'Finding Asperger Syndrome in the family -
A Book of Answers" . More...

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The Ultimate Nutrition Guide

Nutritionist Zoe Hellman has specialised in the dietry requirements of cancer patients which was the basis of her first book. She has now completed her second book, in our series covering the major illnesses from which many of us suffer. This book covers nutritional advice for Joint and Arthritic condition sufferers, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, offering targeted advice to each. Based on the latest research and practice, the book shows readers the importance of nutrition and how to apply important principles to their diet.

Zoe Hellman Bsc SRD is a State Registered Dietitian* and has worked in the public and private sectors. She has first-hand experience of the importance of nutrition and the impact it can have on well- being and health. Zoe was trained to the highest standards in the NHS and is now working in the private sector.
* Note: This is the correct spelling for the profession.

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Writing True Crime

Stephen Wade is a writer and historian specialising in true crime and crime history and published his latest book 'Writing True Crime' in August last year.

He has written several true crime books and for true crime magazines. He also teaches part-time on crime history at the University of Hull. His latest books are: Cold Cases Revisited (Pen and Sword), Plain Clothes and Sleuths and Square Mile Bobbies, a history of the City of London Police (History Press). He has also written two books of family history, Tracing Your Criminal Ancestors and Tracing Your Police Ancestors (Pen and Sword).

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The Property Investors Management Handbook by David Watson

The following is a review from the Telegraph Property Club:-

This 150-page book looks at all aspects of property investment. It clearly demonstrates the key elements of buying and managing residential property. It is useful for both the investor and for the property manager. Since the 1988 Housing Act private letting has exploded in the UK, and sometimes the pace of change has outstripped the knowledge of landlords. This book will bring it all in to focus and ensure that property managers and landlords are aware of their role and responsibilities as well as clearly emphasising the responsibility of the tenant. Often scant thought is applied to the legalities of letting property in many cases and Watson's approach blends the rights of both parties to ensure a fruitful relationship for both parties. Watson works on the theory that knowledge is everything, and it is hard to find fault in his approach. The fact that landlords don't know what they don't know is addressed by an almost belt and braces approach to letting. The book covers the acquisition of property in depth and aims to enable the landlord or potential landlord to manage effectively and efficiently whilst protecting their asset. The law is covered right up to 2008 including the advent of the Tenancy deposit scheme and the introduction of Home Information Packs. Go to book detail.

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Two new books on mental health and the state of our services

Anyone who has been affected by mental illness will recognise that our NHS mental health services are often severely stretched.

The author, Marianne Richards, is an experienced mental health worker who brings her comprehensive knowledge to the reader, enabling them to understand their problems and giving clarity to the confusion that often exists in these services.

Understanding the diagnosis and the routes available in getting help is half the problem with those afflicted and Marianne has produced her two books with this in mind. The first book 'Mental Health and the Community - The Context of Mental Health' introduces the reader to the complexities of mental problems and gives the reader a means to understand precisely what their problem is. The second book 'Mental Health and the Community - The Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Illness' gives the reader the practical steps that can be taken within the services available.

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Peter Wade has been busy, with three new books being added to our portfolio last year. Published under the Emerald banner, they are - 'You and Your Legal Rights', 'A Practical Guide to Obtaining Probate', and 'A Practical Guide to Residential Conveyancing'.

All are extremely informative and well written, and represent a staggering achievement for a first-time author.

Peter is a practicing solicitor with many years experience and all his books, as you might expect, reflect this experience whilst remaining clear and comprehensive.

'You and Your Legal Rights' has quickly become our most popular book at present and has already had two reprints last year due to demand.