My-Name My-Book is an exciting business, offering personalised and unique children's book and gifts to clients in the UK and Europe. These lovely personalised children's books make keepsake baby gifts, birthday gifts, and holiday gifts for newborns and children. These books are popular gifts among celebrities, including Courteney Cox and Brooke Shields. The parent company, which is based in the US, now has a distribution channel in the UK. The business supplies personalised and unique children's books and gifts that are custom made for each child and are wonderful keepsake baby gifts, birthday gifts, and holiday gifts. The products include beautifully illustrated books and plates featuring the child’s first name, last name and birth date, making them ideal for young children who love to read. My-Name My-Book has an expanding customer base, located throughout the UK and Europe. These unique gifts make memorable keepsakes from friends, parents and grand parents. NORTHWOOD, HA6 2AN T : 08704462468 www.mynamemybook.com

PLP Publishings(UK) is a small business producing and selling books written by Dr Audrey Coatesworth to individuals throughout the UK and beyond. The business, which can be found in Buckingham, was established in 2007, its purpose being to publish and sell Dr Coatesworth's varied books. She writes from her many years of experience and expertise as a psychiatrist, using skills gained in that field. The books on sale at present were written on behalf of and for the future welfare of children. The business has a 'shop window' on the internet and provides individuals with a rapid postal delivery service. Customers get the best prices for these 'direct from publisher' books. Dr Coatesworth's books are high quality productions but, due to direct selling, are cheap in price giving extreme value for money. At present, there are three poetry books available. Though the poems are written primarily for children (7-13yrs)and teenagers, the books can be enjoyed by the whole family. At this early stage, the book range includes 'Growing Up', 'Coping with Illness and Grief' and 'Choice for Teenagers'. A novel 'Beyond Mercy' is due to be released in the next few months, but this is not for children. The books are available on the website. PLP Publishings has sold these books to parents, teachers and grandparents as well as to children themselves in many areas of the country. All have been received with enthusiasm, enjoyment and praise. The poems are intended to be read but also 'heard' by children. 'Growing Up' is suitable for all primary schools and 'Choice for Teenagers' for secondary schools. 'Coping with Illness and Grief' is suitable for all schools, for children's wards and hospices. The business is being managed in its inital stages by Audrey Coatesworth and her accountant, and with advice from a retired business lawyer. Eventually the business will become a limited company. As the number of books available and the volume of books sold both increase, the staff body is likely to expand, until PLP Publishings has a highly efficient work team. PO Box 2150, BUCKINGHAM, MK18 1UR T : 01280823401 www.plppublishings.co.uk

My Baby Bookworm was formed in March 2008 by Laurie Barlow, a local Mum, and is based in North Liverpool. My Baby Bookworm offers Usborne children's books to families, clubs or groups, libraries, schools and other educational establishments throughout the local area. In return for hosting a home party or an event, hosts can get up to 20% in free Usborne children's books. My Baby Bookworm can organise fund raising events for schools and nurseries to provide them with new books with up to a massive 60% free Usborne books available or can alternatively offer a discount on orders of up to 40%. Usborne books have a fantastic range of over 1000 titles suitable for all children from birth right through to secondary school age. Laurie's own son adores the “That’s Not My…” touchy-feely range and is the inspiration behind ‘My Baby Bookworm’. Usborne Books at Home is the most successful business of its kind, having earned an outstanding reputation and awards for its dazzling range of award-winning children’s books and high quality, professional service. Laurie is building up her team of Usborne Organisers and is keen to hear from anybody wanting a job that fits in around their family commitments. Usborne Books at Home is the perfect business opportunity for anyone who wants to build a flexible, profitable business from home. Whether it's part-time for some extra income or full-time to build life-changing security, being an Usborne Organiser is fun, flexible and rewarding, and because Usborne Books really do sell themselves, there is no limit to the earnings potential. Litherland, LIVERPOOL, L21 2PS T : 0151 928 1979 www.mybabybookworm.co.uk

The Yarm Bookshop is a fully independent family run booksellers.The bookshop is situated on the busy high street of Yarm in the county of Cleveland.Yarm Bookshop offers a next day SSL secured ordering service to online customers on over 600 thousand book titles delivering to all parts of the United Kingdom and Western Europe. The bookshop offers free delivery on website orders over 19 Pounds within the United Kingdom. 20 High Street, YARM, TS15 9AE T : 01642 790040 F : 01642 790517 www.yarmbookshop.com

Happy Cow Books are a specialist children's bookshop based in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. Retailers of high quality children's books, together with related games and activities, which broaden horizons and stimulate. Creative storytime and craft workshop in association with The Potters Den. Happy Cow Books is a family company who strive to be fresh, fun and vibrant and seek to bring a breath of fresh air to children’s perception of reading. 3 Norridge Bottom, HOLMFIRTH, HD9 7BB T : 08450507929

Leaf and Star is an independent book publisher that specializes in books that support and nurture children. The company, which is based in Cherington (Tetbury), began trading in 2007 and currently has two books for offer. Leaf and Star offers 'Voice of the Children' - a compilation of 9-11 year olds' ideas on how to improve the world. Sylver's Quest is a mythical quest fantasy story for 6 - 9 year olds. Leaf and Star also offer business consultancy services to ethical businesses. Ri Ferrier has many years of experience in business planning, forecasting, project management and marketing. 1 Yew Tree Cottages, Cherington, TETBURY, GL8 8SJ T : 01285841313

With many years experience in the Children's education and music market, Talented Tots is an evolving business, offering learn to play the piano DVD's. The DVD's teach young children in a fun and creative way the basics of music playing and reading before they start actual lessons to customers throughout the UK. Established in 2006, the business is based in Holloway (London). The company develops quality Learn to play the piano DVD's that assist children in their music learning and are perfect for children aged 3-8. Created in the UK, the product features interactive games to test learning. The products are available on the website. The business offers unique learning DVD's to the general public, which are designed to be cost effective for everyone. Using colour coding methods, the set of 3 DVD's contains all the information required to reach grade 1 piano standard. To be enjoyed by children and parents alike. 42 Morgan Mansions, Morgan Rd, Holloway, LONDON, N7 8NA T : 02076091333

HM Hussain is an energetic business offering children's books to clients throughout the local area. The company, which is located in New Southgate (London), was set-up in 2008 and has many previous years experience in the shopping business. The company is managed by H M Hussain who has been focussing on the children's books market for many years. Having previously worked for large organisations, she is more than qualified to look after the company. With a large team of friendly customer service support and staff members, Barefootbooks Stallholder Mrs HM Hussain has a professional team, qualified and dedicated to providing the best service to all customers. 5 Edith Road, New Southgate, LONDON, N11 2QW T : 07950372781

Wordworks is a small business offering educational books for all key stages to clients throughout the local area. The company, which can be found in Wrexham, was set-up in 2008. The company supplies a comprehensive range of children's educational books, covering all key stages. Of the highest quality, the products are designed for children from bath time to teenage years and can help in developing a child's ability to read. The products are available from the website or by contacting the company by phone or email. Helping schools to complement their libraries at their own pace, the company provides schools and libraries with a range of educational books. With discounted and education orientated books, the service is designed to aid teachers and parents with guided reading packs and massive discounts in the form of free books. 104 Glan Gors, WREXHAM, LL13 9PG T : 01978353965

Tales On Moon Lane is a new bookshop specializing in children's books and some carefully selected toys. The shop sells books for children of for all ages, from toddlers to teenagers. As well as all the classics, such as Narnia and Beatrix Potter, it also sell books by modern authors such as JK Rowling and Philip Pullman. Customers can take a seat on the sofa while they browse through the collection. Established in 2007, the bookshop is situated in Primrose Hill (London), and serves the North London area, and nationally via the website. Situated in a beautiful shop in Primrose Hill, with friendly and knowledgeable staff, Tales on Moon Lane provides its customers with help and advice on a huge range of topics covered by children's books. The shop sells books from around the world and a selection of carefully chosen toys and games. 9 Princess Road, Primrose Hill, LONDON, NW1 8JN T : 020 7722 1800