Whilst the end of the summer can make people feel a wee bit blue, September marks the beginning of an exceptionally exciting part of the publishing calendar. So what has Biteback got in store for you? Let’s take a look…
Power Trip: A Decade of Policy, Plots and Spin by Damian McBride #PowerTrip
Billed as the must-read political book of 2013, Damian McBride’s Power Trip is already causing a stir. Hilarious, sharp, and gloriously revelatory, prepare to be shocked and entertained politicos.
When Reporters Cross The Line: The Heroes, The Villains, The Hackers and The Spies by Stewart Purvis and Jeff Hulbert #CrossTheLine
An absolute must for anyone with an interest in media, journalism and ethics. This book is a unique and timely consideration of ‘the line’, who has crossed it, and why.
Shirley Williams: The Biography by Mark Peel #ShirleyW
The first-ever biography of one of Britain’s best-loved politicians, Shirley Williams. Revealing childhood dreams, political aspirations and turbulent personal relationships, Mark Peel has told her story in exquisite detail.
Saving Gary McKinnon: A Mother’s Story by Janis Sharp #SavingGary
Telling the extraordinary true story of a mother who fought to save her son from extradition and imprisonment. After ten years Janis Sharp’s battle is finally over, and this compelling book recounts her struggle for Gary McKinnon’s future in brilliant detail.
At Power’s Elbow: Aides to the Prime Minister from Robert Walpole to David Cameron by Andrew Blick and George Jones #AtPowersElbow
A fascinating and intelligent read, two attributes which earnt this book a place on Keith Simpson MP’s Summer Reading List. At Power’s Elbow uncovers the intriguing truths behind three centuries’ worth of prime ministers and their aides.
The Ultimate Quotations Collection
As Winston Churchill once said, it is a good thing for an uneducated man to read a book of quotations. In very truth, it is a good thing for an uneducated/educated Conservative/Labour/Liberal to read a book of quotations. That’s why we’ve got an essential book of 2000 quotations for all of you, of every political persuasion.
The Dictionary of Conservative Quotations by Iain Dale #BBToryQuotes
The Dictionary of Labour Quotations by Stuart Thomson #BBLabQuotes
The Dictionary of Liberal Quotations by Duncan Brack #BBLibQuotes
The Biteback Dictionary of Humorous Business Quotations by Fred Metcalf #BBBusiness
Gathering together the best of the best in business, Fred Metcalf is well-known for his hilarious collections of quotations, and this is a welcome addition to the bunch.