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Turning Points: Moments that Defined Football History dives into the archives to reveal some of the most important stories from the annals of the beautiful game. From the FA ban of women's football to Marc-Viven Foe's death and Frank Lampard's 'ghost goal', this book uncovers the moments that shaped the course of football history.

This is the story of the renaissance of cash-strapped Worcester City, with a pitch-side view of a remarkable season as City claw their way back from bankruptcy to promotion and the cusp of Wembley. It's also the story of Stourbridge and Kidderminster Harriers, two clubs bonded with the Blues for 120 years.

A celebratory look at Anglo-Scottish footballers and the positive contributions they have made at English league clubs in domestic as well as European competitions. From medal winners at top-flight teams to cult heroes at Bournemouth, Burnley and Crystal Palace - great Scots, great teams, great managers, we salute you all!

(Still) Ain't Got a Barrel of Money charts Sheffield United's astonishing rise from the brink of oblivion, after dropping to the Fourth Division for the first (and only) time in its history, to competing in the inaugural Premier League season. It tells the story of the managers and the players who gave Blades fans back their pride.

The Club uncovers the fascinating history of cricket's world governing body as it evolved from the Imperial Cricket Council, established in 1909 to bring together the major cricket-playing countries of the Empire, into the ICC, a multi-billion-dollar business dominated by the Indian Board of Control and its allies.

Tiny Keeper is the extraordinary story of Steve Death, once the shortest goalkeeper in the Football League. He was good enough to keep Peter Shilton out of the England Schoolboys side, yet spent his career in Divisions Three and Four and became a lower-league legend. His league record of 12 consecutive clean sheets still stands.

The Racing Post Guide to the Flat is the best-selling book every Flat racing enthusiast should have. It features exclusive trainer interviews and specialist selections for horses to follow, plus dark horses set to shine in the months ahead, as well as Topspeed and Racing Post Ratings.

Join football writer Chris Lee on a journey of discovery around Ireland to learn about one of the world's oldest soccer cultures. Along the way, Chris talks to fans, historians and academics. He uncovers a complex story of politics, identity and division, but also one of hope, reconciliation and glory.

Standing Free is the funny, emotional, at times downright bizarre but always enthralling autobiography of 1980s and 90s Aberdeen FC hero Theo ten Caat. Theo's time at Aberdeen was certainly eventful. All is revealed in this no-punches-pulled chronicle of his career, both in Scotland and Holland, told in Theo's own words.

Football's Fifty Most Important Clubs journeys into the history of the beautiful game, exploring the successes, failures and innovations of the world's most influential clubs. This history of football's big teams helps us to better understand not only the current state of play, but the wider world around it.

Derek Underwood was one of Kent and England's finest-ever slow bowlers. In this first-ever biography of Underwood, Mark Peel assesses the qualities that made him such a formidable bowler, the reasons behind his signing for Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket and the England rebel tour of South Africa in 1982, plus much more.

The Greatest of Great Escapes: Rotherham United's Finest Hour is the story of one of the most astounding comebacks in modern football - a true underdog tale that captured the imagination of football fans everywhere. The book relives the twists and turns that punctuated Rotherham's resurgence.

Cup Finals weaves together tales of past and present heroes and villains, glory and tragedy, outrage and joy, thrills and scapegoats, plus 'David and Goliath' battles. Whether it's the World Cup or the Scottish Junior Cup, a final is a special spectacle that creates legends. But in today's corporate world, whose cup is it?

Outsiders takes you on a whirlwind 'away-day' footballing tour across 46 stadiums in 29 cities. It provides a critical portrait of contemporary South American football, revealing how the experience of being a fan has changed over the last three decades and presenting a unique perspective on a continent that is crazy about football.

Only the Real Thing is the story of how Aston Villa adapted and thrived in the changing world of early 1990s English football. The book dissects the cup-winning campaigns of 1994 and 1996 with a deep dive into the matches, players and management teams, while telling a wider story of the transitionary shift towards modern football.

The Dark Side of the Copa Libertadores uncovers the sinister, violent and corrupt goings on that bubble beneath the surface of this famous South American football tournament. This captivating book charts the successes and miseries, heroes and villains, laughter and tears, screams and silence that punctuate the tournament's history.

An Arsenal Life is the story of the lost world of Arsenal's post-war history told through the lens of lifelong super-fan Martin Wengrow, a friend and confidant to legendary players and managers from the 1960s to the late 1990s. The kind of access Martin enjoyed would be impossible in today's game. This is his Arsenal life!

Matt Coughlan steps into the wonderful world of the groundhopper: in short, the collector of football grounds. While taking a light-hearted look at this growing cultural phenomenon, can Coughlan cement his own groundhopping credentials? He sets out on a quest to boost his groundhopping tally to at least 100 grounds.

Mad Dog is the riotous, adventurous and moving story of Mickey Lewis, one of English football's most combative midfielders and then one of the game's most inspirational coaches. Drawing on more than 100 hours of interviews, this is an exploration of what Lewis's legacy can teach us about leadership, life and the game we love.

The Glory Years chronicles Oxford United's rise from bankruptcy to Milk Cup Final glory through the 1980s. It's a story of giant-killings and back-to-back titles, surviving mergers, hooliganism and the threat of a new Super League. It's a saga that's never been properly explored - until now.

Trailblazers uncovers the extraordinary pioneering exploits of Nottingham Forest. The Garibaldi Reds have historically influenced progress in the game and possess a wonderful collection of unique records and exceptional 'firsts'. Key elements of the game today can be linked to the groundbreaking feats of this remarkable football club.

Journalist Ronny Blaschke digs for the truth in a groundbreaking study of racism in football and its roots. This hard-hitting investigation spans five continents, assessing the role played by colonialism and how a misguided notion of European superiority still persists. Above all, the question is: how can racism in football be pushed back?

Journey through more than a century of Olympic football history with this immersive book and discover the triumphs, controversies and legendary athletes that have defined the beautiful game on the Olympic stage. This meticulously researched narrative reveals the evolution of the sport, from humble origins to global prominence.

Gamechangers and Rainmakers is the compelling story of sports marketing and the creation of a trillion-dollar global business. From the troubled 1960s to the game-changing 1980s, through to the 21st century with emerging nations hosting sport's top events and overseas investors buying football clubs, this book traces the money trail.

Darlington FC fan Paul Hodgson pays tribute to 100 of the Quakers' most memorable players from more than half a century of supporting the club. A roller-coaster ride that any lover of football will enjoy and spanning the 1970s to the present day, the book is a 'must' for every Darlo fan.

This book takes you on a spectacular journey through Heart of Midlothian history via a stunning collection of Hearts and Scotland match-worn goalkeeper shirts. From the gritty 1970s to Hearts' triumphant 2023/24 European qualifying campaign, each shirt tells a unique tale, vividly captured through breathtaking images.

The compelling story of former footballer, coach, manager and director John Sainty. John had begun working on his autobiography with football writer Neil Vacher before his sudden death in 2023. Determined to do John's story justice, Neil brought this labour of love to fruition with the help of John's former colleagues.

Hellfire Awaits: 150 Years of Redruth RFC is a tale of mud and blood and frequent outbreaks of violence. Cornish rugby developed an uncompromising style of its own fuelled by traditional and often bitter local rivalries. It became Cornwall's champion club, carving out a reputation across and far beyond Cornwall.

No Place for a Girl is the little-known but hugely inspirational story of pioneering woman jockey Karen Wiltshire's fight for acceptance in the male-dominated world of 1970s horseracing. Her obsession brought the reward she craved as she became the first female professional jockey to win a Flat race, beating her male counterparts.