New Releases by John Peel

Brigadier Lethbridge-Stewart never could work out what to do with Evans. He never got on with the troops, was always shirking responsibility. So a reassignment to Imber was in order, and a whole new training programme under the watchful eye of Captain Younghusband... Also included is the bonus short story 'Time and Again' by Robert Mammone. This is a sequel to the 1985 Doctor Who television serial Timelash and prequel to the forthcoming spin-off series, Travers & Wells.

Nicholas Briggs reads this epic novelisation of the Second Doctor's debut TV adventure. Following an encounter with the Cybermen, the Doctor's life appears to hang in the balance - until, before the eyes of his companions Ben and Polly, his physical appearance is transformed! Disoriented after his regeneration, the Doctor takes the TARDIS to the Earth colony planet Vulcan. Ben and Polly are disturbed - the Doctor isn't the man he used to be. The Doctor is also worried; the colonists have found the remains of two Daleks, which they plan to revive! Once reanimated, the Daleks claim that they are content to serve humanity. Can it really be true? Or do they have their own, more sinister plans? Nicholas Briggs, who is the voice of the Daleks in Doctor Who, reads John Peel's novelisation of the original 1966 TV serial by David Whitaker. (Contains some descriptions of violence.) Reading produced by Neil Gardner. Dalek voices produced by Nicholas Briggs. © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Many an incredible story may have been told about young courageous men and women cycling the globe in search of adventure, covering vast distances at speed each day with not a care in the world, sleeping wherever they could pitch a tent or find someone willing to give them a free meal and bed for the night, who intentionally looked bedraggled to resemble famous adventurers of old, with men sporting wild hair and beards that could clear dusty streets as they cycled through. Well, this incredible story is a little different. It is an astonishing story about a 350-pound middle-aged, disabled, working-class husband and father. I was never a regular cyclist, and I knew nothing about bicycle maintenance and repair. And yet, without a single day of bicycle touring practice, I loaded up my shiny new bike with everything I thought I’d need and cycled out of Cheshire to see the world. Solo, self-financed, with no support network and without any fixed route plan other than, “I’m going that way.” What could go wrong? I wondered

Now with a fresh design, this fifth edition of the bestselling authoritative guide for hikers in Southwestern Colorado features new and updated trails, clear maps, and beautiful color photographs. Used by beginner and seasoned hikers alike for years now, Hiking Trails of Southwestern Colorado shares the best nature-walking excursions around Durango, Silverton, Vallecito, and the Colorado Trail areas. Taking you everywhere from the refreshing waters of Ice Lakes Basin to the glorious views of Engineer Mountain, this new edition of the guidebook includes: More than 60 trails and climbs plus 12 new hikes, accompanied by corresponding maps and color photographs Distance, elevation, difficulty rating, and duration for each hike General overview of the trail as well as quick but important details on the route Options to other paths and trails for the wandering adventurer Enjoy the natural landscape and wild beauty of Southwestern Colorado with this comprehensive guide to Southwestern Colorado’s favorite trails.

Australia, in 1962 committed 30 Army instructors to train the emerging Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) with the aim of enhancing a military alliance with the United States of America. The training task continued for 10 years and involved 990 Australians and 10 New Zealanders as the war escalated. This account reflects the experiences of an unlikely member of the Australian Army Training Team Vietnam (AATTV) who became the last Australian Warrant Officer to serve with the highly regarded 1st ARVN Regiment. With the benefit of hindsight the author describes the culture and character of the ARVN Soldier against a background of military and religious distinctiveness which characterised the 2nd Battalion of the famous Regiment. Using readily available research through the filter of personal experience he points out that ill-informed, sometimes corrupt decisions impacted heavily on the ARVN soldier and his family as Washington and Saigon went their separate ways. The US Army withdrawal was preceded by one of the biggest battles of the Vietnam War Lam Son 719, which had inconclusive results, even though the ARVN and the PAVN achieved their objectives. However the US Army suffered an unbelievably high loss of helicopters and equipment and the death of outstandingly brave aviators during a 45 day period. These losses were sufficient to require a total review of US Air Cavalry tactics. For the people of South Vietnam the shock of the high casualty rate was great but even worse, for the first time ARVN soldiers bodies could not be extracted and were left on the battlefield which for family members was inexcusable. Losses for the Peoples Army of Viet Nam more than doubled the ARVN casualty rate. Despite the fighting qualities of the ARVN it was the soldier who became the eventual victim of the political war. The highly regarded Australian, Lieutenant General Sir Thomas Daly, KBE, CBE, DSO; wrote that members of the AATTV could walk tall in any company, so too can the members of the 1st ARVN Regiment.

On est bien chez soi, particulièrement lorsque le chez soi est dans la réalité virtuelle. Pixel, Score, Hélaine et Jenna partent pour Calomir, la planète d’attache futuriste de Pixel s’attendant à un agréable retour au pays. Mais ils ne rencontrent que perfidie, esclavage et tromperie ainsi qu’un lourd secret du passé de Pixel. Les quatre magiciens peuvent-ils retrouver la famille de Pixel et libérer les Automates réduits en esclavage? Même s’ils y parviennent, ils doivent vaincre la force du mal qui contrôle Calomir et veut aussi conquérir le Diadème...

Score, Helaine et Pixel se rapprochent du centre puissant du Diadème; ils sont maintenant sur Dondar, une belle planète où le ciel est de couleur pourpre et l'herbe bleue et où vivent des licornes intelligentes. C'est là aussi qu'habite un magicien hostile et ses monstres magiques, qui sont résolus à détruire les trois jeunes magiciens. Mais la bataille suprême que doit engager le trio est à venir lorsqu'ils doivent affronter la Triade, les maîtres du Diadème qui cachent un secret atroce et qui ne veulent rien de moins que l'âme du trio.

Le Diadème est en péril. Nantor, l’un des Trois qui règnent, s’est échappé de Joyau et a pris possession du corps de Pixel. Pixel est toujours en vie, enfermé dans une petite cellule de son propre esprit, mais l’esprit fort de Nantor est sur le point de l’engloutir. C’est à Score, Hélaine et Jenna de sauver Pixel et le Diadème, mais comment? Jenna est coincée sur Rawn. Score a été banni à une planète habitée par des plantes meurtrières. Hélaine est piégée sur Calomir par l’Esprit supérieur. Et même Shanara et Oracle semblent avoir trahi les jeunes utilisateurs de magie. À des mondes l’un de l’autre et sans amis, s’en est-il finalement fait de Score, Hélaine, Pixel et Jenna?

Score est un gamin des rues de New York, Helaine est une guerrière féroce de Ordin, une planète médiévale, et Pixel vit dans la réalité virtuelle du monde futuriste de Calomir. Abandonnés dans un monde dangereux de magie et de trahison, la survie du trio dépend de leur découverte de qui ou quoi les entraîne vers le centre du Diadème. Seul, chacun des trois sera sûrement détruit. Unis, ils ont peut-être une chance de s'en sortir, Mais sont-ils capables de se faire assez confiance pour arriver vivants à la prochaine dimension? John Peel est l'auteur de nombreux romans à succès pour jeunes adultes, notamment des livraisons des séries Star Trek, Are You Afraid of the Dark? et Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Il est également l'auteur de nombreux romans de science fiction, d'épouvante et à suspense, très appréciés par le public. M. Peel habite les confins extérieurs du Diadème, sur une planète appelée communément Terre.

Score, Helaine et Pixel ont réussi à se rendre à Rawn, une planète plus près du centre du Diadème. Leur magie y est plus puissante, mais aussi les forces inconnues qui essaient de les détruire. Confrontés à un ennemi qu'ils ne peuvent voir, affrontant un danger qu'ils ne peuvent déterminer, tout ce que Score, Helaine et Pixel savent avec certitude est que les apparences sont trompeuses dans cet endroit perfide. Et seul un magicien à la forme changeante peut leur ouvrir le portail du prochain monde et de la prochaine étape de leur voyage, à condition qu'ils puissent la trouver et qu'elle ne s'approprie pas leurs pouvoirs et les tue.

Despite the number of claims in publishers blurbs, not many people actually achieve the status of legend in their own lifetime. Fewer still actually deserve that status. John Peel is the exception which proves that rule, a Great Briton whose contribution to British culture is undeniable, without whom popular culture would never have become popular. Beloved by millions whether for his unstinting championing of musical talent on Radio 1 or for his wildly popular Radio 4 show Home Truths this is the astonishing book he began to write before his untimely death in October 2004, completed by the woman who knew him best, his wife Sheila. The first half of the book, written by John, describes with characteristic humour his early life, from child to man, including his school days and National Service. You can hear the unique Peel voice in every sentence - rarely, if ever, before has a voice been so successfully transferred to paper. The second section, written by Peel's wife and soulmate of many years, Sheila Ravenscroft, gives us an intimate portrait of the man and his music, and the highs and the lows of everyday life at Peel Acres. The completion of this book has been a labour of love for John's family and their passion has paid off. It's every bit as extraordinary as the man himself and a fitting tribute to a bona fide legend.

John Peel, the most influential DJ in rock history, was beloved by millions as an unstinting champion of musical talent on BBC's Radio 1 and as the host of the wildly popular Radio 4 show "Home Truths."

The first and second editions of this authoritative guide to Colorado's hiking paradise has been a best-seller among seasoned and beginning hikers for years. This completely revised third edition includes: seventy trips of varying length with corresponding maps; directions to conquer six of Colorado's 14,000-foot peaks; sixteen new maps providing alternative trail access and updated routes. Whether you enjoy afternoon excursions around the city trails of Durango or exploring the Colorado Trail, this third edition remains the most comprehensive guide to world-renown hiking.

The chosen three of the Diadem must be quick and strong or Score will perish.

When the evil wizard Destiny kidnaps Pixel, Score and Helaine must rescue him from the planet Zarathan, where nightmares come true and those who fall asleep die.

Armed with their own magic and a unicorn's horn that can repel the magic of others, Score, Pixel, and Renald finally come face-to-face with the evil Sarman who needs to kill them in order to become supreme ruler of the Diadem universe.

It all began the day Chrissie Scott looked into the mirror and saw somebody else's reflection. A boy who looked exactly like her. Nothing would ever be the same again.... Just when Chrissie and Chris think they have conquered the mad sorceress Lori Lee, who threatened to destroy Chris's world of magic, along comes an even greater threat. His name is Larry Lee -- Lori's double -- and he's about to hijack the satellite that will make him Master of the Universe! Chrissie summons Chris into the real world. But will their magic work here? Chrissie, Chris, their pet dragons, and friends Jessica and computer-whiz Henry race to stop the evil genius before it's too late. They have only seven hours before the space shuttle is launched and Larry Lee conquers Earth....

The Hive came from another galaxy: billions of alien beings living inside a vast, biological starship. They have already destroyed one planet, converting it into raw material and fuel for their endless voyage through the cosmos. Now the Hive is heading for Bajor and they have given the planet's inhabitants an ominous warning: evacuate in three days or die along with their world. The Bajorans would rather die than abandon their sacred home, but their hastily assembled military fleet does not stand a chance against the awesome power of the Hive. Unless Captain Sisko can penetrate the Hive's defenses -- and discover their most closely guarded secret -- all of Bajor faces extinction.

When captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise™ receive news of a human planet hidden in the center of an immense stellar cloud, they immediately investigate. Penetrating the cloud, the Starship crew is shocked to discover a world of knights and serfs lifted right out of Earth's Middle Ages. Ruthlessly exploiting the planet is a ring of intersellar trophy hunters preying on the immense, native dragon-lizards twentey-feet tall and armored like tanks. Beaming down, an away team soon becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and murder. Taken prisoner, Picard, Riker, Data and Ro must somehow escape and stop the hunters or face destruction from the hunters' weapon, based on an advanced technoloy capable of utterly annihilating the Starship Enterprise™.

Dangerous assignments come in pairs when Captain Picard and his crew are confronted with two desperate missions on two different worlds in this thrilling Star Trek: The Next Generation novel. On the planet Buran, newly linked to the Fedration, a mysterious disease devastates the population-and turns them against the visitors from the USS Enterprise. Meanwhile, on nearby lomides, a renegade Federation observer has disappeared, intent on violating the Prime Directive by preventing a tragic political assassination. While Dr. Crusher struggles to find a cure for the plague ravaging Buran, Commander Will RIker leads an Away Team to lomides. Their forces divided, Picard and his crew find themselves the only hope of two worlds.

The space research station where Lucas Wright and his family live has been invaded by a dangerous alien that is abducting members of the station team and his family. Lucas finds the victims imprisoned in a series of strange cocoons, each undergoing a slow metamorphosis. Lucas has precious little time before he, too, undergoes the change.

Melanie and Jeff try to sound the alarm when they discover that the alien invasion epic being filmed in their hometown is just a cover for a real alien invasion.

Roger is a member of the new android race created when a toxic plague caused humans to stop reproducing and now he is trying to fit in at a new school.

Jeff and Melanie are thrilled to be cast as extras in the newest alien invasion epic being filmed in their hometown, but it turns out that the movie is just a cover for a real-life alien invasion, and the two must warn someone before it is too late.

When teenager Cassie Wilson volunteers for a study in psychic phenomena at the university, she figures it will be a lot of fun. But the experiment goes terribly wrong and Cassie ends up in the hospital. She's fine, except for horrible nightmares--each one worse than the last. Then Cassie makes a startling discovery--what she sees in her nightmares come true.

Luke Skywalker always felt a call from space, and eventually learned the ways of the Force and became a Jedi Knight. Now, Luke tells the inside story of his battle with the evil Empire!

Featuring 39 of the best rides in southwestern Colorado.