SPECTACULAR NEW YEAR SALE!
Hello from Black & White Publishing!
SPECTACULAR NEW
YEAR SALE
Just when you thought all the good sales were over, we have decided to ring in 2010 with some amazing deals. We are offering 60% off select titles to our dedicated readers, titles listed below.
To bag a bargain, please note the following important details:
OFFER ENDS MARCH 1ST, 2010
SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY and PUBLISHER’S DISCRETION
ONLY AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE DIRECT FROM PUBLISHER
To take advantage of this special deal, place your order directly with Black & White by e-mailing mail@blackandwhitepublishing.com or calling us at 0131 625 4500. We accept payment by cheque or credit card. Please note price is 60% off RRP with an additional postage and packaging fee of £1.50 per book (within the UK, £2.50 rest of world). MAX 5 BOOKS PER ORDER. Please allow 10 working days for delivery.
TITLES AVAILABLE
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Aberdeen at War by Bernard Bale £12.99 £5.20
An evocative journey through the trials and tribulations in Aberdeen throughout World War II. |
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Alison’s Diary by Alison Craig £9.99 £4.00
A frank and hilarious account of pregnancy, childbirth and early motherhood. |
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Astonishing Scotland by Jim Hewitson £7.99 £3.20
An A-Z of Caledonian myth and mischief, exposing the scarred underbelly of Scottish history. |
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The Auld Hoose by Jack Webster £20.00 £8.00 (hbk)
Set against a background of life in the North-East of Scotland, this is the remarkable story of the renowned Robert Gordon’s college. |
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Baminals by Scott Simpson £9.99 £4.00 (hbk)
A hilarious concoction of imaginary creatures that anyone familiar with Scottish culture and vernacular will recognise. |
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A Bhoy Called Bertie by Bertie Auld with Alex Gordon £7.99 £3.20
Never shirking a tackle as a player, there are still no holds barred now, long after the boots have been put away. Celtic legend Bertie Auld’s book is a sensational read. |
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Bicarbonate of Soda by Margaret Briggs £6.99 £2.80 (hbk)
Covering the well-known, lesser known and downright surprising uses of bicarbonate of soda, this book is a must for those looking for some handy tips. |
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Big Noise by Martin Kielty £14.99 £6.00
A fast-paced read documenting the relationship between Rock n’ Roll and Scotland through the decades. |
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Blood and Granite by Norman Adams £7.99 £3.20
Chronicling the most notorious and gruesome murders in Aberdeen over the past hundred years, this is a compelling read for those too young to remember – and those who cannot forget. |
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A Boxing Dynasty by Tommy Gilmour with Robert Jeffrey £17.99 £7.20 (hbk)
As head of the longest ruling boxing dynasty in the world, Tommy Gilmour details how his family survived the struggle to rule the fight game in Scotland. |
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A Bright Spark by Willie Wilson £12.99 £5.20 (hbk)
This extraordinary story documents the rise of Willie Wilson, one of Glasgow’s best-known businessmen, from his humble origins to becoming one of Scotland’s most famous entrepreneurs. |
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Cats vs Dogs by Ian Black £5.99 £2.40
It is the eternal question: Are you cool for cats or hot for dogs? Ian Black delves into the debate, weighing up the pros and cons of both and sorting out the age-old question in his usual comic style. |
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The Cheeky Wee Monkey Joke Book by Allan Morrison £4.99 £2.00
The kids will go bananas! With jokes for every occasion, Cheeky Wee Monkey promises to keep you laughing for hours. |
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Dee the Business by Peter Fraser £5.99 £2.40
A humorous management guide which sets out to prove that it’s easier to work in Doric than in English. |
| DJ: The Derek Johnstone Story by Derek Johnstone with Darrell King
£17.99 £7.20 (hbk) / £7.99 £3.20
Rangers legend Derek Johnstone lifts the lid on his rollercoaster career with the Glasgow giants. |
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Dundee: A Short History by Norman Watson £7.99 £3.20
A free-flowing look at the history of one of Scotland’s most intriguing and diverse cities. |
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Elaine’s World by Elaine C. Smith £7.99 £3.20
A highly entertaining memoir from one of Scotland’s favourite actresses. |
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Everyday Heroes by Alan Forbes £12.99 £5.20
This stunning pictorial account documents 30 years development of the Strathclyde brigade, Scotland’s largest fire service. |
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Glasgow Crimefighter by Les Brown and Robert Jeffrey £9.99 £4.00
The true story of one of Glasgow’s most controversial detectives and his battle with the violent criminals of the city. |
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The Golden Thread by Frank Coutts £9.99 £4.00
A thought provoking memoir from the late Brigadier Frank Coutts who held many controversial views on the state of the nation. |
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Graham Roberts: Hard as Nails by Graham Roberts with Colin Duncan
£17.99 £7.20 (hbk) / £7.99 £3.20 Uncompromising both on and off the pitch for Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Rangers, Roberts is a true football legend and this is his no-holds-barred story. |
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Granny’s Book of Good Old-Fashioned Common Sense by Linda Gray £14.99 £6.00 (hbk)
An easy step-by-step guide to traditional skills which will help us recoup a little more of Granny’s practical heritage. |
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Honey by Clova McQueen £7.99 £3.20 (hbk)
A wonderful introduction to the long and illustrious history of honey and its myriad uses. |
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Hot Shot Hamish £9.99 £4.00 (hbk)
A must have for all fans of Hot Shot Hamish, this annual relives Hamish’s highlights in glorious technicolour for the very first time. |
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Islands Galore by Jim Dow £6.99 £2.80
This miscellany of essential trivia celebrates the culture, history, geology and wildlife of the Scottish isles. |
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Life is Sweet by Ulysses Brave £6.99 £2.80 (hbk)
A heart-warming gift book packed with photographs of shaggy Highland cows, plucky Westies and fluffy cute kittens in their natural habitats. |
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Looking at the Stars by Ian Pattison £12.00 £4.80 (hbk)
From the creator of Rab C Nesbitt comes a darkly comic novel about drink, sex and murder. How far would you go to find success? |
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Men vs Women by Ian Black and Lesley Riddoch £5.99 £2.40
The battle to end them all; it is of course the battle of the sexes. This hilarious book sets out the argument from both sides. |
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Ricky Fulton’s The Reverend I.M. Jolly: One Deity at a Time, Sweet Jesus! by Tony Roper £9.99 £4.00
Enter the hilarious world of Scotland’s favourite minister once more, as the legendary I.M. Jolly sets off on a secret mission on behalf of the Church. |
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Oranje and Blue by Arthur Numan with Mark Guidi
£14.99 £6.00 (hbk) / £7.99 £3.20 The controversial autobiography of Dutch football legend Arthur Numan whose remarkable Rangers career propelled him straight into the heart of the fans. |
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Real Hard Cases by Les Brown and Robert Jeffrey £9.99 £4.00
Legendary Glasgow detective Les Brown re-investigates some of the more disturbing and confusing unsolved cases in recent memory. |
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Scottish Miscellany by Jim Hewitson £9.99 £4.00 (hbk)
Historical and hysterical trivia and off-the-wall observations about what constitutes Scottishness. |
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Simply Devine by Sydney Devine £14.99 £6.00 (hbk)
The sensational autobiography of showbiz legend Sydney Devine. |
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The Steamie by Tony Roper £12.99 £5.20 (hbk) / £6.99 £2.80
Based on Tony Roper’s popular play of the same name, this novel is a hilarious yet also deeply moving cameo of Glasgow’s social history. |
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Tartan Titters by Allan Morrison £5.99 £2.40
Morrison brings together the best jokes in the country and proves beyond doubt that Scotland is one of the funniest nations on earth. |
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The Tin Man by Ted McMinn with Robin Hutchison
£17.99 £7.20 (hbk) / £7.99 £3.20 Ted McMinn has led a colourful and controversial life, both on and off the field. Here he tells his riveting story. |
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Goodmans of Glassford Street by Margaret Thomson Davis £6.99 £2.80
A powerful family saga depicting one woman’s determination to protect her family and her life’s work in the face of great conflict. |
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Harry Benson’s Glasgow by Harry Benson £14.99 £6.00
A stunning collection of Glasgow images from the award-winning native photographer. |
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The Herald Crossword Books (1&2) by Calum J. Macdonald £5.99 £2.40 each
Give your brain a bit of stimulation with The Herald Crossword Books – whether you’re looking for a challenge or just a bit of fun, these are the crossword books of choice. |
We hope you’ve found something of interest and we look forward to hearing from you!






































