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Brushes with a Stroke is the inspirational account of how the human spirit need not be crushed by the debilitating effects of a stroke. Veteran sportswriter and stroke victim Neil Harman tells seven vivid sporting stories: tales of doubt, fear and ultimately of fierce determination in the face of a frightening condition.

In this intimate account, former British tennis number one Roger Taylor shares the highs and lows of a dramatic career. Vilified by some but hugely respected by many more, Roger had to fight battles on and off court at a turbulent time in the history of tennis and went on to make his mark outside the sport as well.

The English Game is a journey of football and self-discovery from an Italian who came to England with a one-way ticket and a desire to chronicle the country's rich and colourful footballing culture. Told through 52 remarkable football tales, this gripping book brings club histories to life in a vibrant and uniquely relatable way.

Bob Waterhouse uncovers the dark history of Bramley Moore Dock - site of the new Everton FC ground - tracing the historical links between the city of Liverpool and the slave trade. This fascinating book is a must for all Everton supporters and anyone with a personal connection to Merseyside.

They Came, They Saw, They Conquered is a celebration of the late 1980s and 90s, when Italian football dominated Europe. It explores an era when Italian teams routinely won European silverware, while the world's most gifted players strutted their stuff in Serie A. Everything about Italian football was cool.

Sliding Doors, Shattered Dreams chronicles Ireland's infamous 1982 World Cup qualification campaign, alongside a vivid picture of 1980s Ireland. The book also ponders how a golden generation of players might have fared had they qualified for Espana '82 and the potential impact on manager Eoin Hand's career and the broader Irish game.

Cinque Anni takes an in-depth look at the reasons why Italy failed to qualify for two consecutive World Cups but became champions of Europe. It tells the story of how all this happened - the agony and ecstasy, the tears and laughter. It's a must-read for anyone fascinated in the fine line in sport that can separate winning and losing.

This is the story of US cricket in the 21st century, a game that was once a proud part of American sports, lost its way and is now returning. Along the way we meet its players, movers, shakers, dreamers and schemers, its romantic souls and lost causes and, as the sport - and nation - stand at a crossroads, we look at what lies ahead.

What was it like to be a die-hard Newcastle fan stuck in the void between the club's Wembley glory days of the 1950s and its dazzling entertainers of the 90s? This is one supporter's tragi-comic memoir, dedicated to anyone who calls themselves a football fan and doesn't only sing when they're winning.

Measured Spirit is a scintillating journey through the greatest era in Bolton Wanderers' history under the iconic Sam Allardyce. Names such as Jay-Jay Okocha, Youri Djorkaeff and Nicolas Anelka feature as the author recounts how Sam transformed Bolton from Division One strugglers to the thorn in the side of the Premier League elite.

Former Everton players and backroom staff give you the inside track on Howard Kendall's first spell in charge of the club. Packed with previously untold tales from the dressing room and team-bonding sessions, the book reveals how and why success flowed with Kendall at the helm as well as the effect of the Heysel disaster on his departure.

A story of life, love and loss, and of finding a sense of belonging in the ever-changing world of modern football. Follow Keith and his son Charlie as they travel to Europe's greatest cities and football grounds as Liverpool FC return to glory at the top of the English and European game. This is the ultimate 'dad and lad' football book.

Discover how Cold War sports were more than just games - they were ideological battlegrounds. Through key events like the Fischer-Spassky chess match, the 1972 Olympic basketball final, the 1978 FIFA World Cup and many others, this book explores how athletes became unwitting ambassadors in the political clash between the USA and the USSR.

1974 whisks you back half a century to discover the major matches, stories and controversies that lit up football in that momentous year. From Shankly's retirement and a heart-breaking follow-up episode, to Revie leaving Elland Road to become England boss, only for Clough to be appointed and sacked in just 44 days - it's all here.

When the Year Ends in One is the inside story of Tottenham Hotspur's tumultuous 1991 FA Cup triumph, as told by the players, staff, fans and broadcasters. It reveals the existential crisis that engulfed Spurs and how the interests of those who encircled the wounded club had profound implications for the future of English football.

In This Thing of Ours, one of FC United's co-owners offers a unique perspective on a year in the life of England's largest wholly fan-owned football club. An intriguing account of how a collectively owned and run club copes with turbulent economic times without the backing of a wealthy owner while staying true to its core values.

At age 20, Luke Chadwick had the world at his feet. A Premier League champion with Manchester United, he was tipped for stardom by Sir Alex Ferguson. But unbeknown to his colleagues, he was battling depression and anxiety brought on by personal abuse from the national media. A brutally honest yet often hilarious tale of resilience.

Verona Campione is the amazing underdog story of how Hellas Verona conquered the giants of Italian football to become Serie A champions. Published to mark the 40th anniversary of Verona's achievement, this authentic footballing fairy tale is brought to life through exclusive interviews with players, journalists and fans.

English cricketers are almost twice as likely to commit suicide as the country's average male. Andrew Murtagh, a former first-class cricketer who has battled depression for most of his life, draws on his own experiences as well as those of high-profile players in this wide-ranging yet deeply personal examination of an urgent problem.

Bringing two amateur teams to Wembley every year, the FA Vase is a competition for the underdogs and the dreamers. Faced with the dull monotony of a life on hold, Johnnie Lowery sets himself the challenge of going to a game in every round of the 2020/21 FA Vase, from the qualifying rounds to the final under the famous arch.

With 96 losses from 100 fights, Johnny Greaves was one of boxing's best (or worst) journeymen. Often drunk, hungover or horribly unfit, Johnny would stuff down a Tesco meal deal, neck a can of lager and smoke a few fags as he prepared for battle. This shocking yet poignant portrayal of a man on the edge will make you gasp, laugh and cry.

Wem-ber-Lee is the fascinating story of Manchester United's 1989/90 campaign - one of the most pivotal in the club's history - and the goal that kick-started Sir Alex Ferguson's epoch-making rein. There was going to be a hero, but little did he know the importance of that goal.

Iconic darts showman Bobby George reflects on his extraordinary playing career and recalls some epic encounters with his contemporaries. Enjoy Bobby's transition from the oche to the small screen, with appearances on top TV game shows, in big-budget movies, plus a controversial TV documentary and a BAFTA-nominated travel series.

Athletes had perished in air disasters before, but on 27 April 1993, Zambia became the first country to lose its national team in a plane crash. Remarkably, Zambian football would rebound from this horrific event to come within one goal of qualifying for the 1994 World Cup in the US, and later reach the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations Final.

Ted Peate was rated by W. G. Grace as the world's best spin bowler. Ten Drunks and a Parson traces his rise and fall, from his days touring the country with a troupe of clowns to his dramatic breakthrough to England fame. His character flaws led to his sacking by new Yorkshire captain Lord Hawke when he was at the peak of his powers.

Winner Takes All charts the highs, lows and riches that follow promotion to the Premier League through a host of compelling stories featuring the likes of Charlton Athletic, Birmingham City, West Ham, Huddersfield Town and Luton Town. From the Premier League's inaugural season to 2023/24.

1978: The Birth of Moneyed Modern Football is the tumultuous yet captivating story of when new clashed with old, madness gave way to genius and innovation collided with custom. Maverick stars, trailblazers, famed managers, legendary sides, apocalyptic showdowns and developments that changed the fabric of the game all feature.

The Power of the Badge is the inspirational story of how a group of fans battled against the odds to save their club from oblivion - not once but twice. After being relegated from the Football League for the first time in their history, Chesterfield FC bounced back and won promotion with the help of the fans.