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The North East is famous for many things - its friendly people, its passion for football, and its industrial heritage. But has it had its own recognisable music scenes? This is one of the key questions asked by author Ian Fawdon when he set out to interview some of the most important figures in the region's musical history.

Authors Joyce Quin and Moira Kilkenny went in search of more north east women whose achievements have either been overlooked or deserve further celebration. In this second volume we can enjoy the results of their extensive research as they bring to life the work and personalities of a further thirty-five inspirational women.

This book takes us back to the beginning of the 1980s. Caroline Barker Bennett recorded the experiences of twenty women industrial workers on Tyneside. The eldest of these women started work in 1934 and the youngest in 1981. These interviews are documented here and give a unique insight into the lives of working women at the time.

Alan Morgan has lived in High Heaton for nearly 90 years and witnessed most of its growth from farmers' fields and the residue of industrialisation to the pleasant and popular residential suburb it is today. Paddy Freeman's Park, with easy access to Jesmond Dene, and the adjacent world-renowned Freeman Hospital are just two of the familiar landmarks celebrated in this book. Nearby, Cochrane Park developed into another sought-after residential estate following the demolition of two 18th century mansions in extensive grounds. At Benton, this much older village, pockets of smaller residential estates have appeared alongside earlier listed buildings now adapted for modern use. This book is liberally illustrated with photographs, maps and aerial views to help the reader discover the scale of development in this area and appreciate the many historic features that remain.

The North East Coast presents a selection of true-life accounts from the region's fascinating maritime and seafaring history. Ken Smith throws the spotlight on such exciting episodes as Grace Darling and the rescue of survivors from the Forfarshire, the birth of the first purpose-built lifeboat and the career of the Mauretania.

In this follow up to the author's hugely popular History of Newcastle, John Grundy turns his attention to the vast and beguiling history of Northumberland. John traces the county's turbulent history with particular focus on the castles, mansions, houses and streets where people lived their lives and fought for survival.

The first biography of one of the North East's best-known artists. Written by well-known local art historian and author Marshall Hall, it tells of how the Newcastle-born artist acquired his nickname by wearing his weatherproof oilskins to paint the local coastline in the wildest of climatic conditions

The Closest Thing to Heaven is a unique photographic record of the Newcastle music scene in the 1970s and 80s.

Three plays from local writer Ed Waugh about working class heroes in the North East of England. Hadaway Harry, The Great Joe Wilson and Carrying David enjoyed national success on the stage and now all three plays are available in one volume of gripping stories, that also record important social history.

Children's picture book designed to educate patients, friends, families and children about the medical condition Asthma.

Newcastle's colourful and sometimes dramatic history is brought to life in this series of varied tales spanning several hundred years. Including some of the most fascinating accounts from his previous books, Newcastle author and historian Ken Smith presents a selection of truelife stories from the city's stirring past.

An account of conditions on the Home Front in Newcastle and Tyneside during the Second World War. Featuring previously unpublished photographs and first hand accounts, it tells the moving story of survival and struggle during this devastating conflict.

The life and times of the Matrons of Newcastle upon Tyne Infirmary 1751 - 1976

Comprehensive guide to what remains of the North East's Mining Heritage

Funny, feisty and fiftysomething, Lizzie Moffitt rails and prevails against life as a recently retired divorcee wrestling with the invisibility of middle age. In diary form, the writer has us rooting for Lizzie throughout the ups and downs of her eventful year. Set in vibrant Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this is a delightful, witty read.

A colour review of John Dixon's contribution to railway, mining and maritime engineering.

An unorthodox autobiography detailing a 50 year career in the music, entertainment and film industry.

A great, full colour picture book sharing memories of shopping in Newcastle upon Tyne.

A full colour book in the travelogue style of the history, culture and diversity of places called Newcastle

A great story full of illustrations encouraging children to read, learn and use libraries

This book explores the difficulties experienced by objectors in the Armed Forces and those who worked on the land, and also considers women who objected to compulsion extended to them for the first time.

A fantastic tale set in the heart of Northumberland, where 14-year old Lily Carfax embarks on a journey of dark discovery.

The story behind Martin Luther King's historic, but largely forgotten visit to Newcastle upon Tyne, England in 1967, placing King's visit within another lost history: the history of links between the African American freedom struggle and the North East of England.

The story of Newcastle on film and television by media historian and TV producer, Chris Phipps. With contributions from directors Ken Loach and Bryn Higgins, writers Peter Flannery, Ian La Frenais and Lee Hall and actors Melanie Hill, Victoria Elliot, Charlie Hardwick and Dave Johns.

Based on newspaper accounts, war diaries, letters home and access to both public and private collections of local military photographs and memorabilia this book is a tribute to the lads of Newcastle and Northumberland who answered their country's call and went through the hell that was The Battle of the Somme.

Diaries, newspaper reports and over 70 archive photographs provide a first-hand glimpse of life on Tyneside during 'The Great War'.

Newcastle's Town Moor is a unique green space at the heart of a busy conurbation. Famously bigger than Hyde Park and Hampstead Heath, it has seen horse racing, political meetings, huge festivals, and still annually hosts one of the biggest travelling funfairs in Europe. The Town Moor is a remarkable and physical link with Newcastle's history.

The 1960s was the decade that began in black and white and ended in colour. In Newcastle, as elsewhere, it was a time when everything was possible and everything was changing. From the Club A'Go Go to the new highrise flats people were on the move. This book captures that atmosphere through a mix of memories and pictures.