Born in 1957 in Deptford, south London, Danny’s first job after dropping out of school at the age of 15 was in One Stop Records, a small record shop in London’s West End, frequented by Elton John and Mick Jagger, a store rather like the one in High Fidelity. His career in print journalism began in 1976 when he co-founded the fanzine Sniffin’ Glue leading to an offer from the New Musical Express, where his first job was as a receptionist. Soon after, Baker was contributing regular astute articles, reviews and later interviews to the publication. Danny then began making 30-minute documentaries at LWT for the cult series 20th Century Box, and appeared in two television commercials: Daz washing powder and Mars bar chocolate. His stellar career on the radio began on BBC GLR in 1989, then moved to BBC Radio 5 where he presented sports shows including the groundbreaking 6-0-6, which still influences the media’s approach to criticism of players, managers and referees. He also worked on BBC Radio 1, back to BBC GLR, Talk Radio and later on Virgin Radio.On his return to BBC last May, Danny won ‘Sony Radio Personality of the Year’ and appeared on Desert Island Discs last July. Six months earlier he had gone public on his cancer and chemotherapy treatment, and thankfully all seems well. Danny Baker currently presents a weekday show at BBC London 94.9, which features phone-ins and discussions with his on-air team regarding music and entertainment of the 1960s and 1970s, and a Saturday morning show on BBC Radio 5. This book charts Danny’s showbiz career, the highs and lows, and everything in between, including the accusation that he killed Bob Marley…

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Born in 1957 in Deptford, south London, Danny’s first job after dropping out of school at the age of 15 was in One Stop Records, a small record shop in London’s West End, frequented by Elton John and Mick Jagger, a store rather like the one in High Fidelity. His career in print journalism began in 1976 when he co-founded the fanzine Sniffin’ Glue leading to an offer from the New Musical Express, where his first job was as a receptionist. Soon after, Baker was contributing regular astute articles, reviews and later interviews to the publication. Danny then began making 30-minute documentaries at LWT for the cult series 20th Century Box, and appeared in two television commercials: Daz washing powder and Mars bar chocolate. His stellar career on the radio began on BBC GLR in 1989, then moved to BBC Radio 5 where he presented sports shows including the groundbreaking 6-0-6, which still influences the media’s approach to criticism of players, managers and referees. He also worked on BBC Radio 1, back to BBC GLR, Talk Radio and later on Virgin Radio.On his return to BBC last May, Danny won ‘Sony Radio Personality of the Year’ and appeared on Desert Island Discs last July. Six months earlier he had gone public on his cancer and chemotherapy treatment, and thankfully all seems well. Danny Baker currently presents a weekday show at BBC London 94.9, which features phone-ins and discussions with his on-air team regarding music and entertainment of the 1960s and 1970s, and a Saturday morning show on BBC Radio 5. This book charts Danny’s showbiz career, the highs and lows, and everything in between, including the accusation that he killed Bob Marley…

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Born in 1957 in Deptford, south London, Danny’s first job after dropping out of school at the age of 15 was in One Stop Records, a small record shop in London’s West End, frequented by Elton John and Mick Jagger, a store rather like the one in High Fidelity. His career in print journalism began in 1976 when he co-founded the fanzine Sniffin’ Glue leading to an offer from the New Musical Express, where his first job was as a receptionist. Soon after, Baker was contributing regular astute articles, reviews and later interviews to the publication. Danny then began making 30-minute documentaries at LWT for the cult series 20th Century Box, and appeared in two television commercials: Daz washing powder and Mars bar chocolate. His stellar career on the radio began on BBC GLR in 1989, then moved to BBC Radio 5 where he presented sports shows including the groundbreaking 6-0-6, which still influences the media’s approach to criticism of players, managers and referees. He also worked on BBC Radio 1, back to BBC GLR, Talk Radio and later on Virgin Radio.On his return to BBC last May, Danny won ‘Sony Radio Personality of the Year’ and appeared on Desert Island Discs last July. Six months earlier he had gone public on his cancer and chemotherapy treatment, and thankfully all seems well. Danny Baker currently presents a weekday show at BBC London 94.9, which features phone-ins and discussions with his on-air team regarding music and entertainment of the 1960s and 1970s, and a Saturday morning show on BBC Radio 5. This book charts Danny’s showbiz career, the highs and lows, and everything in between, including the accusation that he killed Bob Marley…

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Converts one power socket into four & rotates to suit every location

• The new Neostar ‘Rotoplug’ is an innovative ‘twist’ on conventional 4-way mains power adaptors, with its clever new Over & Under design multiplying the number of sockets available to give you four independently switched sockets with separately lit on/off indicators. With a simple twist the plug board rotates 180° making it ideal if your wall socket is either near the floor, skirting boards or under kitchen cabinets etc. It’s especially good at providing multiple power points for televisions and DVD players where conventional sockets would be upside down – as they are below your television. Compact and stylish, it features built-in electrical voltage surge protection technology to guard valuable electrical equipment such as televisions and computers from lightning. Fitting flush against the wall when plugged in, it also comes supplied with optional-fit twin 1½” support rods to add stability for raised wall sockets.

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Converts one power socket into four & rotates to suit every location

• The new Neostar ‘Rotoplug’ is an innovative ‘twist’ on conventional 4-way mains power adaptors, with its clever new Over & Under design multiplying the number of sockets available to give you four independently switched sockets with separately lit on/off indicators. With a simple twist the plug board rotates 180° making it ideal if your wall socket is either near the floor, skirting boards or under kitchen cabinets etc. It’s especially good at providing multiple power points for televisions and DVD players where conventional sockets would be upside down – as they are below your television. Compact and stylish, it features built-in electrical voltage surge protection technology to guard valuable electrical equipment such as televisions and computers from lightning. Fitting flush against the wall when plugged in, it also comes supplied with optional-fit twin 1½” support rods to add stability for raised wall sockets.

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Converts one power socket into four & rotates to suit every location

• The new Neostar ‘Rotoplug’ is an innovative ‘twist’ on conventional 4-way mains power adaptors, with its clever new Over & Under design multiplying the number of sockets available to give you four independently switched sockets with separately lit on/off indicators. With a simple twist the plug board rotates 180° making it ideal if your wall socket is either near the floor, skirting boards or under kitchen cabinets etc. It’s especially good at providing multiple power points for televisions and DVD players where conventional sockets would be upside down – as they are below your television. Compact and stylish, it features built-in electrical voltage surge protection technology to guard valuable electrical equipment such as televisions and computers from lightning. Fitting flush against the wall when plugged in, it also comes supplied with optional-fit twin 1½” support rods to add stability for raised wall sockets.

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Enjoy digital TV and DVDs without any set top boxes

• This feature-packed high definition 24” television from British electronics experts Linsar has a built-in Freeview tuner and DVD player so you can enjoy up to 74 digital TV and radio channels with no ongoing subscription costs or separate set top boxes! Programmes are displayed in crystal clarity on its ultra slim and bright, low energy LED widescreen with Nicam stereo speakers. Supplied with a full 5 year manufacturer’s guarantee, use the electronic programme guide to record programmes up to 7 days in advance, plus record, pause and rewind live TV – recording to the included* 8GB USB memory stick! Connect a Blu-Ray player or high definition set top box via the HDMI socket to experience amazing 1080p high definition. Supplied with big button remote control. Also Available: Enhance the sound of your Linsar television to enjoy the full, rich sound experience from sport, films and TV with the new Tibo Power Plinth Soundbar in piano black finish. Simply place your TV on the Soundbar, connect via high fidelity optical cable and enjoy 30watts RMS of audio bliss. Featuring a built-in sub woofer for extra bass, this is the perfect complement to your Linsar 24” TV. Remote control supplied. * 8GB memory stick will be sent to you upon registration of TV with Linsar.

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Diana Dors is a legend. Not only has she become embedded in the U.K. psyche but is very much alive in the U.K. imagination. Her fame has survived from the adored celebrity of the 50’s to the cult figure of today’s younger generation. Not surprising as she is arguably the biggest star the U.K. has produced. Not only has she appeared in 75 films, written four books, released an L.P. and had her own newspaper columns and television shows but her generosity, incredible bravery, lack of airs and graces, her warmth and compassion and her wit and intelligence have endeared her to millions.From the age of eight Diana Dors had a huge passionate dream. She was determined to become a wealthy, famous, film star. It was a dream that challenged the seemingly impossible being an ordinary looking child, coming from an ordinary family, living in an ordinary town. Yet, against the odds she made her dream come true. The story of how this happened is a fascinating one. “Connecting Dors” not only tells that story but explores the consequences of that celebrity/stardom not only on herself but on her son, Jason.It discusses the impact of “celebrity” on human dynamics, on family dynamics, especially on motherhood. It examines the pitfalls and rewards of being the child of a famous celebrity. Jason’s story is not only a continuation of the Diana Dors story but an integral part of that story that relies not only on Jason himself but on the people who were close to the Dors family, some of whom, celebrities in their own right I have been privileged to meet. “Connecting Dors” is both informative and entertaining. It recounts incidents and anecdotes from Diana Dors’ life – wild tales involving her friends – Hollywood stars, villains, rogues and rascals. It recounts tales which are poignant, hilarious, shocking and disturbing both from Diana’s life and from Jason’s star-studded life and beyond. It contains both humour and pathos. It explores the legacy of Diana Dors both national, social and personal. It is an important story which has never been told.

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Diana Dors is a legend. Not only has she become embedded in the U.K. psyche but is very much alive in the U.K. imagination. Her fame has survived from the adored celebrity of the 50’s to the cult figure of today’s younger generation. Not surprising as she is arguably the biggest star the U.K. has produced. Not only has she appeared in 75 films, written four books, released an L.P. and had her own newspaper columns and television shows but her generosity, incredible bravery, lack of airs and graces, her warmth and compassion and her wit and intelligence have endeared her to millions.From the age of eight Diana Dors had a huge passionate dream. She was determined to become a wealthy, famous, film star. It was a dream that challenged the seemingly impossible being an ordinary looking child, coming from an ordinary family, living in an ordinary town. Yet, against the odds she made her dream come true. The story of how this happened is a fascinating one. “Connecting Dors” not only tells that story but explores the consequences of that celebrity/stardom not only on herself but on her son, Jason.It discusses the impact of “celebrity” on human dynamics, on family dynamics, especially on motherhood. It examines the pitfalls and rewards of being the child of a famous celebrity. Jason’s story is not only a continuation of the Diana Dors story but an integral part of that story that relies not only on Jason himself but on the people who were close to the Dors family, some of whom, celebrities in their own right I have been privileged to meet. “Connecting Dors” is both informative and entertaining. It recounts incidents and anecdotes from Diana Dors’ life – wild tales involving her friends – Hollywood stars, villains, rogues and rascals. It recounts tales which are poignant, hilarious, shocking and disturbing both from Diana’s life and from Jason’s star-studded life and beyond. It contains both humour and pathos. It explores the legacy of Diana Dors both national, social and personal. It is an important story which has never been told.

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From the bestselling Railway Series come three more original adventures about the little steam train and his friends and a few more songs to delight the kids. All on one audio CD. ; ; Thomas the Tank Engine has been delighting children for over 60 years. He first puffed his way out of the station in a series of hugely popular books and then he appeared on television and even starred in his own movie! ; ; Tank Engine Thomas Again Thomas is chuffed to have his own branch line – but the Fat Controller keeps an eye on him as usual. Thomas still ends up in trouble but he also makes some new friends. ; ; Troublesome Engines Henry meets an elephant and the Fat Controller has to deal with the bigger engines that are Getting Above Themselves. Fortunately a new engine called Percy comes to the rescue. ; ; Henry the Green Engine Henry doesn’t need to shelter inside tunnels any more when it rains but he’s still a headache for the Fat Controller. ; ; It’s full steam ahead again with three more fantastic adventures!

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