Anthea Turner – författare

For the last ten years Anthea Turner has probably been the most popular presenter on TV. She has also been the constant target of extraordinary media attention, regularly on the front pages of national newspapers. In FOOLS RUSH IN Anthea presents herself as her fans have never seen before. It is a forthright, emotive & inspiring account of the life of a great survivor tinged with tragedy. It's the story of what it's really like to live on 'Planet Fame' & the price its inhabitants often have to pay, & a compelling insider's account of:*Working at Radio 1 and her fraught relationship with DJ Bruno Brookes.*Presenting the BBC's 'Top of the Pops', the first female non-Radio 1 DJ to do so.*'doing the settee' on GMTV breakfast television (and working with Eamonn Holmes).*Presenting the 'National Lottery Live' on BBC on Saturdays to millions.* And, last but not least, 'Blue Peter'. FOOLS RUSH IN describes Anthea's marriage to Peter Powell, its painful break-up when she found herself in love with Grant Bovey & its consequences, and where one of TV's most luminous personalities goes from here.

Hot on the heels of How to Be the Perfect Housewife comes an inspiring new guide to entertaining - in style! From the simplest supper for two to a summer wedding buffet, every type of event is catered for, whether casual or formal, on a shoestring or pushing the boat out. And with impressive ideas for seasonal entertaining - from Christmas parties to Valentine's dinners - you'll never be short of inspiration all year round. Discover...The secrets of successful entertaining The art of preparation, invitations and budgeting How to devise menus, drinks or themesAnd when to call in the experts From breathtaking barbecues to praiseworthy picnics, Perfect Housewife's countless ideas for any occasion will ensure you're the hostess with the mostest, every time.

So you're organising Christmas this year. What are you going to give everyone? How can you make it that extra bit special? The perfect housewife is at hand to help you - with a little planning and some top tips your halls will be decked with the minimum of fuss and the greatest of flair! The Perfect Christmas is a lavishly illustrated guide to preparing and executing a Yuletide to remember, with hundreds of inspiring ideas to make your Christmas special - from handmade decorations and top shopping tips to planning a festive party and the all important Christmas dinner. Contents include: Your Christmas year planner and countdown to Christmas Designing your own Christmas cards and e-cards Decorating the tree and house Projects and crafts for the kids Ideas and recipes for Christmas get-togethersWhere to shop and things to see

Packed full of real-life case studies, candid and personal revelations from TV presenter and divorcee Anthea Turner and practical guidance from professionals including solicitors and counsellors, this is a well-researched, well-written must-have guide for any woman going through the ordeal of divorce.

A carefully researched, beautifully presented guide to ageing with style and grace.