Archive for February, 2012

“I have printed in my office: Rejection Does Not Mean No”- Lynda La Plante speaks to World of Books about her top three career moments, her new short story, and her production company, La Plante Productions.

Since 1993 Lynda La Plante has spearheaded La Plante Productions. In that time the company has produced an impressive slate of innovative dramas with proven success and enduring international appeal. Born in Liverpool, Lynda trained for the stage at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). Work with the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare [...]

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Clive Cussler talks to World of Books about his novels, his underwater adventures and his new novel

Clive Cussler, the American adventure novelist and marine archaeologist, was born 15th July 1931 in Aurora, Illinois, and grew up in Alhambra, California. After attending Pasadena City College, Clive enlisted in the United States Air Force and served during the Korean war, working as an aircraft mechanic and flight engineer for the Military Air Transport [...]

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World of Books: Developing the future of employees

West Sussex based World of Books, now in its fourth year of trading has rapidly become the leading seller of used books in the UK and Europe, celebrated National Apprenticeships Week (6-10 February) by reflecting on the impact that investing in their people can have on business performance. The company was, setup by book lovers [...]

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“I quite fancy being a marine iguana”- Presenter turned author Penny Smith chats to World of Books about her pet peeves, her funniest anecdotes, and her novels

Penelope Smith, television presenter and personality, newsreader and writer, was born 21st September 1958 in Eastwood. In her early years, Penny attended Uppingham Primary School in Uppingham and the Rutland High School for Girls in Oakham. After beginning her career as a reporter and feature writer on the Peterborough Evening Telegraph, Penny then left to [...]

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