The Complete ABBA - OUT NOW!

Simon is proud to announce the release of his new book - The Complete ABBA.
All the singles, all the albums, all the tours, all the TV specials and movies... all the ABBA! For four decades ABBA - the combined talents of Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad - has been a global music phenomenon, clocking up record sales of over 360 million. Unquestionably one of the most respected and recognisable brands in pop, Scandinavia's all-conquering musical export actually remained together for only ten years but the group's influence resonates as much today as it did in the 1970s.
Thanks to the global success of the musical Mamma Mia!, ABBA's hit songs are cherished by millions of new admirers, but it is the original recordings which set the bench-mark for 20th century pop. The beautiful, cascading melodies and unmistakable harmonies of `Dancing Queen', `SOS', `Take a Chance on Me' and `The Winner Takes It All' have a unique power to inspire passion and devotion in equal measure.
For the very first time The Complete ABBA compiles all of the Swedish supergroup's singles, albums, TV specials, tours and movies. Beginning with their 1972 debut single `People Need Love', the book chronicles the band's incredible story right through to Björn and Benny's triumphant Thank You for the Music tribute concert held in London in 2009. This is all the ABBA you'll ever need!

The Complete ABBA is published by Reynolds & Hearn books on 31 October 2009 and can be ordered from Amazon.co.uk. ISBN-13: 978-1904674030


The Complete Kylie - OUT NOW IN PAPERBACK!

February 2009 sees the release of the updated paperback edition of Simon's 'The Complete Kylie'. Packed with information from Kylie's career, the book now includes new reviews of her KYLIEX2008 tour and the release of her single 'The One'.

The Complete Kylie is published by Reynolds & Hearn books and can be ordered from Amazon.co.uk. ISBN-13: 978-1905287895


OUT NOW: The Complete Kylie!

2008 sees Kylie Minogue celebrating her 40th birthday and 21 years of global superstardom. From the first time soap fans saw her dressed in a mechanic's oily overalls in 'Neighbours' to her current standing as an international icon Kylie has enjoyed an untarnished love affair with the British and Australian public. More so than any performer Kylie has been an expert at changing her look - from innocent, fresh-faced teenager to confident, sexy showgirl - but Kylie is more than just an image, she is a worldwide phenomenon.

'The Complete Kylie' gives the most definitive overview of the performer's career ever published: from her days as a young TV actress through to her domination of the music charts as one of the world's best-selling, and most-adored, pop stars. The book is the very first attempt to catalogue Kylie's multi-faceted career and her three decades of unparalleled success. 'The Complete Kylie' features a detailed retrospective of all the performer's TV acting roles, big screen movies, albums, singles and live concerts, complete with lavish photographs and rare memorabilia. From 'Skyways' to 'Doctor Who' and `I Should Be So Lucky' to `Wow' this is all the Kylie you'll ever need.

‘The Complete Kylie’ is published by Reynolds & Hearn books on 30th April 2008 and can be ordered from Amazon.co.uk. ISBN 10: 1905287607


OUT NOW: X-rated thrills!

Simon’s new book, ‘X-Rated - Adventures of an Exploitation Filmmaker’ is out now!
The book tells the amazing story of Stanley Long Britain's most prolific - and profitable - independent filmmaker of all time. From Stanley's humble beginnings as a wedding photographer to his life as a millionaire sexploitation legend, 'X-Rated' leaves no bed sheet unturned as it reveals the real truth behind the homegrown sex movie business. For four saucy decades Stanley pushed the boundaries of censorship, shocked the authorities and outraged moral campaigners like Mary Whitehouse with his uncompromising style of filmmaking. He even had his movies debated in the House of Lords! From the not-so-innocent nudist camp movies of the 1950s through to salacious Swinging Sixties' documentaries like 'London in the Raw', 'The Wife Swappers' and 'Naughty!' through to the 1970's sex comedy heyday of 'Eskimo Nell' and 'Adventures of a Taxi Driver', Stanley never once wavered in giving the great British public exactly what they wanted. Dubbed the 'King of Sexploitation' by the press, Stanley became the undisputed master of adults-only cinema, capturing hundreds of naked bodies on film.

The book also documents Stanley's great friendships with Roman Polanski and Sir John Mills as well as his stars Diana Dors, Harry H. Corbett and Boris Karloff and gives a hitherto unpublished insight into the life of a sex film legend.

Packed full of previously unseen photographs and a foreword by Robert Lindsay, 'X-Rated' will be published in August 2008.


Adventures of a… DVD Box Set

Stanley Long’s cult 1970s comedies: ‘Adventures of a Taxi Driver’, ‘Adventures of a Private Eye’ and ‘Adventures of a Plumber’s Mate’ will finally premiere on DVD in the UK on 2nd June 2008. The trio stars a host of famous names including Harry H. Corbett, Robert Lindsay, Diana Dors, Willie Rushton and Liz Fraser. The set is available at www.play.com


Back with the Kids!

Simon’s ‘A to Z of Classic Children’s Television’ is reissued by Reynolds & Hearn books in June 2007.

Are you a Jamie and the Magic Torch junkie? Do you suffer from Moomin mania? Do you go boss-eyed over Bagpuss or get turned-on by Trumpton? The ‘A-Z of Classic Children's Television’ will help you relive your misspent youth. Unwrap the very best programmes from the golden age of kids' telly and get to the root of all your childhood obsessions. Simon Sheridan's fascinating and funny book features a foreword by David Jason, and includes exclusive contributions from the makers of dozens of classic TV shows including David McKee (Mr Benn), Brian Cosgrove (Danger Mouse), Jane Tucker (Rainbow), John Ryan (Captain Pugwash), Nigel Plaskitt (Pipkins), Gordon Murray (Camberwick Green), Gay Soper (The Flumps), Hilary Hayton (Crystal Tipps and Alistair) and many more.

The book is available at Amazon.co.uk. ISBN 10:190528757


Simon on BBC4

Simon appears in new BBC pop culture documentary entitled ‘When the Stranglers Met Roland Rat’. Discover what happens when the world of rock collides with kids’ TV! Basil Brush and ABBA, Cheggers Plays Pop and The Police, hardcore swearing and Five Star! Featuring interviews with Mike Read, Sarah Green, Tommy Boyd, Emma Forbes and Simon Sheridan. ‘When the Stranglers Met Roland Rat’ premieres on BBC4 at 9pm on 1st June 2007. Unmissable!