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 now 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.

The Ultimate Nutrition Guide

Nutritionist Zoe Hellman has specialised in the dietry requirements of cancer patients - her new book gives the very latest advice and information on nutrition for recovery and the maintainance of a healthy regime.

Zoe Hellman is a State Registered Dietitian and has worked in both the public and private sector. She firmly believes in the importance of nutrition and the impact it can have on well-being and health.

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.

Clare Lawrence has just completed her first book 'Finding Asperger Syndrome in the Family - A Book of Answers'. Clare's book is written from a personal perspective having a son with Aspergers Syndrome (AS) four years ago. Since then she has been heavily involved with various aspects of autism and has appeared on the 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.

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.