David Alderton is a UK-based writer specializing in pets and natural history. His extensive knowledge in this area stems from a deep personal connection to animals and his original veterinary studies. A career change, necessitated by a condition, led him into writing about pet care and behavior, establishing him as a prominent voice in the field. His accessible yet informative work has resonated with a global readership.
With detailed captions explaining the origins, habitat and behaviour of these fascinating species, Crocodiles, Alligators & Lizards is an engaging pictorial guide in over 200 brilliant photographs, each accompanied by a caption with fascinating information about the featured reptile's characteristics.
A book is not about something. A book is for someone.You want to write a nonfiction book that matters. A book readers love and rave about. A book they underline, dog-ear, and highlight. A must-read.How do you do that, when you’ve never written a book like that before? When you aren’t sure what content to include in a nonfiction book, or how to organize it? And when you’re not sure if your idea is worth pursuing in the first place?At the heart of the answers to all these questions is a craft created by AJ Harper, ghostwriter and editor for some of the foremost thought leaders of our time. The foundation of that craft is a simple, yet powerful Reader First. When you learn how to put your reader first at every stage of book development, writing, and editing, you can create the connection and trust required to transform their lives.In these pages, Harper reveals the proven methods and frameworks she has used for nearly two decades to write and edit perennial bestsellers. It’s not the easy way, or the fast way; it’s the effective way. The payoff for doing this important a must-read book, and a massive readership who serve as ambassadors for your message and your brand.
The imagined biography of medieval Kent's real-life conjoined twins.
Adopting a rescue dog brings great satisfaction but special responsibilities, and a different approach to care and training. This expert, fully illustrated guide offers practical advice and inspiring stories.
The essential reference guide to keeping the most popular pet species and breeds, including hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, birds, reptiles and fish, with more than 750 photographs
Learn what to feed garden birds, as well as how to attract birds by planting the right flowers, trees and shrubs, and practical projects for feeders, bird boxes and birdbaths; includes a visual directory to common garden birds.
Covering over 115 breeds, The Right Dog for You is the indispensable guide to choosing the ideal breed to match you and your family's lifestyle.
The most adorable kittens ever, all in one book! This guide is packed full of incredibly cute photos and fascinating facts on kitten breeds. Information on the beauty and character of each breed is fully captured, while their individual qualities are explored on each page. Discover which kittens are calm and quiet and which are bouncy and playful! Stunning photographs and easy-to-read text make this the perfect book for young cat lovers.
Animals profiles over 400 of the world's most fascinating species, grouped by order, then by family; each family section contains examples of the key species, which are illustrated with detailed artworks with a table of information on scientific name, order and family, features, habitats, distribution, diet and breeding, as well as maps and box features.
Step-by-step instructions on caring for pet birds including a photographic directory of 250 of the most popular varieties.