A memoir of glitz, glamour, geopolitics, and the power of pop music, following a misunderstood queer biracial kid from small-town Georgia who became the world's foremost Eurovision Song Contest blogger. As a boy, William Lee Adams spent his days taking care of his quadriplegic brother, while worrying about his undiagnosed bipolar Vietnamese mother, and steering clear of his openly racist and homophobic father. Too shy and anxious to even speak until he was six years old, it seemed unlikely William would ever leave small-town Georgia. He passed the time alone in his room, studying maps and reading encyclopedias, dreaming of distant places where he might one day feel free. In time, William discovered that learning was both a refuge and a ticket out. So even as he struggled to understand and to get others to accept both his sexuality and his biracial identity, William focused on his schoolwork, his extracurricular activities, and building community with the students and teachers who embraced him for who he truly was. Though his scholarship to Harvard parachuted him into a whole new world, he still carried a lifetime of secrets and unanswered questions that would haunt him no matter how far he traveled. Years later, as a journalist in London, William discovered the Eurovision Song Contest—an annual competition known for its extravagant performers and cutthroat politics. Initially just a fan, he started blogging about the contest, ultimately becoming the most sought-after expert on the subject. From Albania, Finland, and Ukraine, to Israel, Sweden, and Russia, William was soon jetting across the Continent to meet divas, drag queens, and aspiring singers, who welcomed him to their beautiful, if dysfunctional, family of choice. An uplifting memoir about glitz, glamour, geopolitics, and finding your people, no matter how far you must travel, Wild Dances celebrates the power of pop music to help us heal and forgive.

In this box set, actors from the original TV series, Katy Manning and John Levene, are joined by Daisy Ashford. She will be portraying Liz Shaw, the Third Doctor’s first TV companion – a role which was played by her mother, Caroline John. Famous impressionist Jon Culshaw takes on the role of fan-favourite UNIT commanding officer Brigadier Alistair Gordon Lethbridge-Stewart., originally portrayed by Nicholas Courtney. Cast: TimTreloar (The Doctor), Katy Manning (J Grant), Jon Culshaw (Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart) ,Daisy Ashford (Liz Shaw), John Levene (Sergeant Benton), Michael Troughton (General Sharp), Andrew Wincott (Captain Hall), Joe Jameson (Private Callahan / Primords / Soldiers), Bethan Dixon Bate (Lady Madeleine Rose / Barmaid), Dominic Wood (Warren), Rosalyn Landor (Caldicott), David Dobson(Armitage), Guy Adams (The Vardans / Bob Ellis). Other parts played by members of the cast.

The TARDIS brings the Doctor and Turlough to a high-tech scientific installation on the planet Testament in the distant future. The human race have become intergalactic buccaneers, thanks to their ability to generate vast amounts of power for long distance travel. Testament is the source of that power - and the Doctor has never quite understood how it works. But experiments are underway on Testament - experiments with potentially explosive and devastating consequences. And even the Doctor may be too late to stop it. With politicians and bureaucrats getting in the way, the race is on. Not to stop a disaster - but to save as many people as possible. CAST: Peter Davison (The Doctor), Mark Strickson (Vislor Turlough), Rakie Ayola (Violet Hardaker), Lynsey Murrell (Ellison/Fionn), Raj Ghatak (Horobin/Bradley), Donna Berlin (Montgomery/Prime Minister). Other parts played by members of the cast.

While still in school, photographer Shelby Lee Adams was exposed to the images of the Farm Security Administration and its depiction of the crippling effects of the Depression in the American South. Adams immediately connected with the images and related to the subjects. He was later driven to create the work in From the Heads of the Hollers, a project he began in 1973. From the Heads of the Hollers is a collection of images of the people and culture of the secluded mountain life of Appalachia. ‘In the Eastern Kentucky mountains, I try and create a strong connection with those I’m drawn to. I find the most generous, direct and transparent people live in the hollers (a ‘holler’ is a narrow valley, usually with a single lane road, found in isolated mountainous areas). I learn from my subject’s habits and we work collaboratively, the photographs made are of subjects sitting or standing in a way that feels natural to them. In this manner, we make pictures. Folks get to know me and we communicate in many ways, again and again, over time. Mountain folks are generally modest and may seem somewhat shy; many are strongly devoted to their religious beliefs. Most are kind, sharing and patient. Each is unique.’

An array of familiar friends and foes join the Fifth Doctor in his second fortieth anniversary box set from Big Finish Productions. The Auton Infinity is a six-part full cast audio drama, where the Doctor and his faithful companions Tegan and Turlough arrive unexpectedly at a UNIT base. Snowdonia. UNIT is running a training exercise with the Brigadier in attendance. Except it isn't long before things start to go badly wrong. The fake aliens primed to attack the troops might not be so fake after all, and a temporal disturbance attracts the Doctor, Tegan and Turlough into the fray. Old enemies are on the scene with a deadly plan - but they might be the least of the Doctor's worries. Because he's recently been sent backwards and forwards through his own lifetime - and he's finally going to find out why. CAST: Peter Davison (The Doctor), Janet Fielding (Tegan), Mark Strickson (Turlough), Juliet Aubrey (Prodigal), Jon Culshaw (Brigadier Alistair Lethbridge-Stewart/Kamelion), Lucy Fleming (Veronica Holmes), Fiona Hampton (Sergeant Janet Wharry), Glen McCready (Dodson/Autons), Oscar Pearce (Captain Ted Mears), Homer Todiwala (Corporal Vikram Palmer). Other parts played by members of the cast

There's a story told throughout the universe. From the dawn of history to its dying days, you'll find someone telling it. The story of the traveller in the blue box. The story of the Doctor. No one knows the power of stories more than the Doctor who has been in so many. But for Valarie, this is all new. She's about to learn how a story can save a life, forge a civilisation or even rewrite reality itself. 1 All of Time and Space by Ellery Quest. As concepts for shows go, it's a good one. An adventurer and his friend travelling through all of time and space, righting wrongs and defending those who can't defend themselves. Yet, as its creator is about to discover, there are those who'd rather this show never existed. What's so dangerous about 'Doctor Who'? 2 The Yearn by Angus Dunican. The people of Medruth are under siege. Forced into underground bunkers, the Medruthians are desperate for a way to escape. When the Doctor and Valarie arrive, it seems like they've finally got everything they wanted. Except, that's when the nightmares really begin. 3 Curiosity Shop by James Goss. Mr Foreman owns a junkyard. He doesn't get many visitors. In fact, all anyone ever seems interested in is Barbara. One woman informs Mr Foreman she knows the truth about Barbara, that she went on impossible adventures with a man called the Doctor. This woman, this Valarie, will do anything to be reunited with Barbara and the Doctor. Even if it kills her. CAST: Jacob Dudman (The Doctor), Safiyya Ingar (Valarie Lockwood), Leroy Bonsu (Ellery Quest / Alien Diner), Derek Griffiths (Goals) Richard Hope (Mr Darling), Mark Rowley (Wyler) Mia Tomlinson (Roanna), David Dobson (Hoster), Samuel Clemens (Entity / Yearn). Other parts played by members of the cast.

A step-by-step guide to building lucid dreaming skills and using dreamwork for personal development and transformation * Provides an extensive inventory of beginning, intermediate, and advanced tools and practices for meaningful lucid dreamwork and shows how dreams can shape our conscious reality if we incorporate them into waking life * Offers guidance to help you overcome mental or physical obstacles, including ways to stop sleep paralysis * Examines supplements to aid lucid dreaming practice and increase the vividness and recall of dreams Dreams offer a gateway into our psyche. Through lucid dreaming--when you have conscious awareness during sleep--you can access and interact with the subconscious mind for greater self-awareness, personal development, and transformation. In this step-by-step guide to dreamwork, Lee Adams provides tools and techniques for encouraging, remembering, and using lucid dreams for personal growth as well as how to have big dreams that leave a lasting impact. Beginning with an overview of the history of lucid dreaming, he shares tried-and-true foundational practices to get you started--practices for before sleep, during sleep, and after dreaming. Drawing upon Jungian depth psychology, recent research in neuroscience, and years of personal dream practice, Adams then offers an extensive inventory of intermediate and advanced methods to support meaningful dreamwork, such as the Wake Induced Lucid Dreams technique (WILD), where you fall asleep while conscious and transport your active awareness into a dream state. He also explores dream companions, symbols of the unconscious mind, dream interpretation, and working with the shadow side of the self. He examines how dreams can shape our conscious reality if we incorporate them or their symbols into waking life. He offers guidance to help you overcome any mental or physical obstacles you may encounter, including ways to stop sleep paralysis. He also examines supplements to aid lucid dreaming practice, improve dream recall, and increase the vividness of dreams, such as Alpha-GPC, 5-HTP, Silene undulata, Mugwort, the mushroom Lion's Mane, and Galantamine. With this practical guide, you can ignite your mind's capacity to wake up to your own dreams and restructure your world to be more attuned to your deeper self.

Discover the essential facts about Marvel Comics' timeless heroes and villains--from Captain America, Spider-Man, and Iron Man to Thanos, Loki, and Kingpin--with an introduction by the legendary Stan Lee. This is the book that mankind has been hungering for, says American comic book writer, editor, publisher, and producer, Stan Lee, a book that is-now and forever-a shining beacon of wonder, a titanic tribute to talent unleashed. With this new edition of DK's best-selling Marvel Encyclopedia, keep up with the ever-expanding Marvel Universe. Updated and expanded, find out vital information and secret histories for more than 1,200 Marvel characters-from classics to brand new ones--while getting the lowdown on recent key events, including Civil War 2, Secret Empire, and Infinity Countdown. From iconic teams-such as the Avengers, X-Men, and Guardians of the Galaxy-to fan favorites-Black Panther, Deadpool, and Captain Marvel to rising stars Amadeus Cho, Squirrel Girl and the Exiles-every significant Marvel character is showcased with the latest comic artwork. Meticulously researched, expertly written, and stunningly illustrated, the Marvel Encyclopedia boasts newly commissioned cover art by one of Marvel's hottest up-and-coming talents. This unique, in-depth, and accessible encyclopedia is an indispensable guide to Marvel Comics that devoted fans and newcomers alike will return to time and again. (c) 2020 MARVEL

Four stories set in the Eleventh Doctor era, starring Jacob Dudman: 2.1 The Evolving Dead by Doris V Sutherland. The dead stalk the corridors of research station Romeo. For a technician (dead) and her ex-boyfriend (also dead), the Doctor’s their only chance to escape. For the rest of the crew, he’s their only chance to feed. 2.2 The Day Before They Came by Daniel Blythe. In the shabby seaside town of Bayview, Kayla Worthington is sitting on the beach waiting for an alien invasion. Her patience is rewarded when an alien arrives, although he doesn’t seem to be invading. He’s called the Doctor, and he wants to buy her a cup of tea. 2.3 The Melting Pot by Christopher Cooper. Arriving on Piir to sample the local cuisine, the Doctor finds a society wildly different from the one he remembers. With violence brewing on the streets, the Doctor will have to get to the bottom of what has gone wrong on Piir, before the world tears itself apart. 2.4 A Tragical History by Tessa North. To most of the inmates in Hythe Prison, life is miserable. However, some are living out their idealised lives within its walls. Amongst the dank conditions, the Doctor is about to uncover the key to everything he could ever desire. Cast: Jacob Dudman (The Doctor), Laura Aikman (Sarah Ellison), Tom Alexander (Maxwell/Headshot), Ayesha Antoine (Babs), Nicholas Asbury (Preacher Stem), Joe Barnes (Ray), Nicholas Briggs (Spongiform), Jacob Daniels (Lee), Bethan Dixon Bate (Lady Dora Swift), Joe Jameson (Arvin), Avita Jay (Evo/Eleanor Pearce), Jenny Lee (Eliza Smith), Paul Panting (Ilyani/Bailiff), Jeany Spark (Gonch/Piir Mother), Milly Thomas (Elix), Venice Van Someren (Mary Wainwright), Jo Woodcock (Kayla Worthington). Other parts played by members of the cast.

From the world of Terry Nation's cult-classic series. The world has ended. The pandemic crossed continents, sparing only a fraction of the global population. The survivors are now trying to pick up the pieces and rebuild society to create a new future. But with only a handful of towns and cities starting to rise from the ashes, and governance and law-making in a fragile, fledgling state, everyone must start over. And the worst of human nature has survived along with the best. Food shortages threaten the stability of the New Federal Government. Prime Minister Celia Tate clings to power and Robin Page - once a thorn in her side and now a minister - becomes involved in an uprising to depose her. Once again, the world is changing, and the best Abby and Jenny can hope for is to survive. 3.1 The Turning Part One. Caught between an increasingly authoritarian Prime Minister and activists determined to bring down the New Federal Government, Jenny struggles to prevent the collapse of everything they've worked so hard to build. 3.2 The Turning Part Two. Answering her friend's desperate call for help, Abby returns to find Cambridge in chaos, and Jenny is surrounded by danger and betrayal as a new regime desperately try to restore order. 3.3 Samaritans. Escaping Cambridge, Abby and Jenny save the life of an elderly man they find living alone in the woods and gratefully accept his offer of warmth and shelter. But as the cold and dark close in it's not only the animals that come out at night... Cast: Carolyn Seymour (Abby Grant), Lucy Fleming (Jenny Richards), Tom Alexander (FormerRanger / Cleric), Daisy Badger (Debra Adams), Sean Connolly (Mike Ferguson / Groom), Mark Elstob (Andrew / Terry Matthews), Jonathan Keeble (Mark Osborne), Belinda Lang (Celia Tate), Hannah Raymond-Cox (Boo / Judy Lawson), Enzo Squillino Jnr (Phil Harris), Sam Stafford Robin Page). Other parts played by members of the cast. NOTE: Survivors contains adult material and is not suitable for younger listeners.

The Doctor's been timejacked! Rookie Time Agent Keira Sanstrom needs the Doctor's help, and she's prepared to go to extreme measures to get it. Unwillingly whisked away from St. Luke's University, the Doctor quickly discovers that being forced off Earth is only the start of his problems... 2.1 Flight to Calandra by Matt Fitton. The Doctor wants a peaceful afternoon playing guitar in his study. Keira wants the Doctor to take her from Earth to the planet Calandra. Reluctantly, the Doctor agrees. But when they arrive, Calandra isn't how Keira remembers. Something's gone very wrong... 2.2 Split Second by Lou Morgan. Oh dear. That wasn't meant to happen. 2.3 The Weight of History by Lou Morgan. The Founder built their planet and their people from nothing. Their lives, and their very world, are dependent on the whims of the Founder. All praise the Founder. Cast: Jacob Dudman (The Doctor), Bhavnisha Parmar (Keira Sanstrom), Hannah Genesius (Milla), Charlie Hamblett (Vetch), Holly Jackson Walters (Havilland), George Naylor (Attis), Harley Viveash (Pennou). Other parts played by members of the cast.

The Doctor is recruited by Leela for a vital mission on behalf of the Time Lords. Together, they must track down and destroy two god-like beings whose extraordinary powers now threaten all of space and time. Their names are Abby and Zara...1. The Garden of Storms. In pursuit of Abby and Zara, Leela pilots the TARDIS to the eye of a violent storm in time. Yet she and the Doctor find themselves in an idyllic garden city, the people contented and happy. They soon discover that this bliss comes at a terrible cost, and that Abby and Zara are determined to put things right… so how can Leela and the Doctor stop them? 2. The Moonrakers. Life is hard for the early pioneers building the first settlements on the Moon. The laws of the Earth don’t apply here, and there are tussles over limited resources vital to survival. Arriving on the Moon, the Doctor and Zara discover than an aggressive alien species lies in wait. Yet there’s something very strange about these particular Sontarans: they refuse to fight. 3. The People Made of Smoke. Abby and Zara strive to use their powers for good but it’s clear they are damaging reality – and allowing monstrous creatures to bleed through from beyond. The Doctor knows he can only save the universe by destroying his friends. But just how much might he be willing to sacrifice if there’s a chance to save them? CAST: Peter Davison (The Doctor), Louise Jameson (Leela), Ciara Janson (Abby), Laura Doddington (Zara), Lisa Bowerman (Smoke Creatures), Pandora Clifford (Zeeb/Zeet), Paul Courtenay Hyu (Wei), Nicky Goldie (Polk), Tom Mahy (Brody), Anjli Mohindra (Captain Riya Nehru), Dan Starkey (Stent/Sontarans).

A devious antiques dealer, a property developer and a heartbroken hairdresser. Three strangers sit on a train that’s going nowhere. They are joined by a mysterious figure. Billis Manger wants to tell them how they died.The huge and long-running public interest in new Torchwood adventures resulted in a server melt-down when its return on audio was announced by star John Barrowman on his Sunday night radio slot. Across the range, John Barrowman, Eve Myles, Kai Owen and Gareth David-Lloyd have reprised the characters who starred in four years of hit Doctor Who spin-off Torchwood, screened around the world. CAST: Murray Melvin (Billis Manger), Timothy Blore (Piers), Maxine Evans (Rowena), Mali Ann Rhys (Zoe). Other parts played by the cast. NOTE; Torchwood contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger listeners.

Containing two new adventures: Interstitial - when the tardis is drawn off-course by temporal disruption, the Doctor and his companions discover a research facility conducting dangerous experiments. But how do you fight the future when time itself is being used as a weapon? Feast of Fear - At the height of the Irish famine, a carnival travels the country bringing cheer to all they encounter. But is also brings something else along with them...and it already has the Doctor. CAST: Peter Davison (The Doctor), Sarah Sutton (Nyssa), Janet Fielding (Tegan Jovanka), George Watkins (Marc), Jeremy Ang Jones (Jennings), Melissa Dean (Brianna), Peter Heenan (Armstrong), Niamh McGrady (Shannon), Deirdre Mullins (The Spae Wife), Anna- Maria Nabirye (Kalu), Michael Yare (Lorcan).

What if you’d committed a truly dreadful crime but couldn’t remember? The Doctor takes Peri to the Memory Farm – a state of the art space station where hidden memories can be harvested and analysed. To their surprise, they find the station in lock-down and all its resources dedicated to probing the memories of an elderly man. Garius Moro may, or may not, have been responsible for the deaths of billions of people many years ago, but he simply can’t remember. The assembled representatives of two opposing factions, each with their own agenda, anxiously wait for the truth to be unlocked from Moro’s mind. But when a memory does eventually surface, everyone is surprised to learn that it is of Peri. CAST: Colin Baker (The Doctor), Nicola Bryant (Peri), Joseph Mydell (Garius Moro), Diane Keen (Varish), Charlotte Strevens (Naras), Caleb Frederick (Offram), Sean Connolly (Kennedy), Steven Wickham (Grisk / Venorg), John Green (Otwoe). Other parts played by members of the cast.

July 1944: The TARDIS materialises in a small village near Rouen,where celebrations are in full swing. A joyful France is in the midst of liberation as the local population welcome a battalion of Allied soldiers –along with a colourfully dressed Doctor and his two rather excited friends. But there are screams amidst the celebrations as an angry crowd dish out their brand of justice to one of their own that they have branded a traitor. While Constance and Flip find themselves on opposite sides of a war beyond a war, the Doctor has other concerns.The local community is used to the fires of battle, but a new type of blaze is burning –leaping from aircraft to aircraft, man to man –and this fire seems to be just as eager for revenge as the village mob.Cast: Colin Baker (The Doctor), Lisa Greenwood(Flip Jackson), Miranda Raison (Constance Clarke), Philip DeLancy (Lucien/Max), Christopher Black (Walter/Jurgen), James Boswell(Harris/Klaus), Katarina Olsson (Clementine).