Listmania!
Deviations and Procrastinations for when I'm not working
Tell Me SomethingTell Me Something by Adele Parks
Buy new: £4.11 / Used from: £0.01
The Books.... I enjoyed this latest installment for its depth of characters, scenic descriptions and happy ending
Mr ToppitMr Toppit by Charles Elton
Buy new: £9.48 / Used from: £0.01
I'm currently reading this book, and am thoroughly enjoying it
Bitter ChocolateBitter Chocolate by Lesley Lokko
Buy new: £4.11 / Used from: £0.01
The Hairy Bikers CookbookThe Hairy Bikers Cookbook by Dave Myers
Buy new: £12.49 / Used from: £11.76
Some fantastic recipes with international flavours, mixed with funny anicdotes from their travels. Dont miss their follow-up book either, 'Hairy Bikers Ride Again'
Designing Disney's Theme Parks: The Architecture of ReassuranceDesigning Disney's Theme Parks: The Architecture of Reassurance by Karal Ann Marling et al
Buy new: £21.00 / Used from: £22.99
I love all things Disney related, and I love all things architectural.... this book embodies the perfect combination of both, I glance through it almost daily
BigBig by Macy Gray
Buy new: £3.28 / Used from: £1.85
The CDs.... Big voice, big style.... this CD is a surprise with every track, and is incredibly varied. Macy's depth of voice is astonishing on this CD
24 Hours24 Hours by Tom Jones
Buy new: £8.98
A golden oldie, but also a classic. This is a well produced CD with some great tunage
SoulSoul by Seal
Buy new: £7.38 / Used from: £4.71
Seal's voice sends shivers down my spine, and this si the best album he's produced to date. A must for any relaxing collection
The ReasonThe Reason by Lemar
Buy new: £13.97 / Used from: £2.31
Not his strongest offering, but crammed with great songs which are very catchy. We have this on loop quite often!
The FameThe Fame by Lady Gaga
Buy new: £5.98 / Used from: £5.00
Perfect for getting ready to go out, or as a driving CD. Upbeat songs with catchy lyrics - superb!
Lost And FoundLost And Found by Ledisi
Buy new: £11.98 / Used from: £4.99
Relatively unknown in the UK, though she certainatly should be. With a powerful yet soulful voice, this CD is great for unwinding to.
The Art of Love & WarThe Art of Love & War by Angie Stone
Buy new: £10.98 / Used from: £4.27
Similar comments to Ledisi, but with a completely different voice. Stone is more mellow and relaxing, a fantastic 'bath-disc'
Jennifer HudsonJennifer Hudson by Jennifer Hudson
Buy new: £4.58 / Used from: £4.01
As powerful as it is varied, this CD is part of my stable diet. Ms Hudson has come a long way since American Idol - Simon Cowell never got it so wrong!
FunhouseFunhouse by P!nk
Buy new: £5.49 / Used from: £4.25
Rocky, provoking, and slightly mellowed in her newly-divorced life. Some fantastic standout tracks for loud listening
Music City SoulMusic City Soul by Beverley Knight
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Another perfect offering from Ms Knight.
Wild Child [DVD] [2008]Wild Child [DVD] [2008]
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And for the DVDs.... I enjoy my vareity, and films like this appeal for the quiet nights in. Hilarious and girly in one fell swoop
You Don't Mess with the Zohan [DVD] [2008]You Don't Mess with the Zohan [DVD] [2008]
Buy new: £3.98 / Used from: £2.40
HILARIOUS, I cried with laughter at this film. Even those who dislike Sandler would find this film funny
Juno [DVD] [2007]Juno [DVD] [2007]
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I enjoyed this film because of its quirky, edgyness. Its an unusual plot and its well acted, a must for chick-flick lovers
Forrest Gump (2 Disc Special Collector's Edition) [1994] [DVD]Forrest Gump (2 Disc Special Collector's Edition) [1994] [DVD]
Buy new: £4.58 / Used from: £1.84
An absolute classic and staple diet for film-nuts. This one never dates, the soundtrack is out of this world, and it will always be one of my favourites
Easy Virtue [DVD] [2008]Easy Virtue [DVD] [2008]
Buy new: £5.48 / Used from: £3.70
Easy-going, lighthearted humour. And look! A very rugged Colin Firth....
Sex and the City: The Movie [2008] [DVD]Sex and the City: The Movie [2008] [DVD]
Buy new: £4.98 / Used from: £2.80
Another fantastic one for a night in, and you don't have to have followed the series. Great entertainment.
Mamma Mia! [DVD] [2008]Mamma Mia! [DVD] [2008]
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Ok, so the guys aren't great singers, but their attempts are adorable. This is an amazing film, will be watched time and time again
Dreamgirls (1 Disc Edition) [DVD] [2006]Dreamgirls (1 Disc Edition) [DVD] [2006]
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The music of this film gets in my head and is still there days later. A relatively predictable ending but well worth the journey
Michael Clayton [DVD] [2007]Michael Clayton [DVD] [2007]
Buy new: £4.38 / Used from: £0.49
Edgy and unpredictable (relative to some). and Swooney Clooney... and other reason required?!?
Muppets Movies (4 Movie Boxset) [DVD] [1984]Muppets Movies (4 Movie Boxset) [DVD] [1984]
Buy used from: £25.99
Just to lower the bar slightly. I love these films, always have done, always will do :-)