HEARTBEAT WILL RACE IN YORK CITY CENTRE!

SEPTEMBER 15 2008

After 17 series and a 16-year run, finally the thousands of loyal fans of the famous Yorkshire-based drama ‘Heartbeat’, will have a book that encompasses it all, the bikes, the music and the fantastic storylines, ‘Heartbeat…The Story Behind the Series’.
To celebrate its publication, Tricia Penrose, aka The Aidensfield Arms popular barmaid ‘Gina’ will be signing copies of the book in the city of York’s WH Smith in a fantastic 60s-themed nostalgic launch on 11 October!

This long-awaited tribute to the popular series has been written by Nicholas Rhea, author of the ‘Constable books’, which inspired the creation of the ITV programme.  ‘The Heartbeat Story’ does not only chart the success of this now essential Sunday night viewing, but it delves deep behind the scenes, both in the studio and on location, meeting the people and places which have contributed to the series’ sensational popularity.

Illustrated with original photographs taken on set over the many years and charting the abundance of colourful characters, including scores of British television’s best-known faces, ‘The Heartbeat Story’ will be the must-have viewing companion for every Heartbeat fan. In celebration of this fantastic launch, the staff at York’s WH Smith, including many of the production team from the book’s publishing house Mortons Media Group, will be spending the day ‘60s’ style! York’s Grand Opera House are also hoping to show their support by giving the crowds of York a real treat with some fantastic previews of their 2009 shows – all outside WH Smith! For every Heartbeat fan, this is one not to miss!

‘Heartbeat…..The Story Behind the Series’, will be on sale at WH Smith stores throughout the country from 30th September 2008 priced at £6.99, or you can buy direct from Mortons Media Group Ltd on 01507 529529 or visit www.mortonsbooks.co.uk

HEARTBEAT… THE STORY BEHIND THE SERIES

September 11 2008

The ITV series of Heartbeat is inspired by the novels of Nicholas Rhea, which have famously become known as the ‘Constable books’. After 17 series and a 16-year run, finally, the thousands of loyal fans of the famous Yorkshire-based drama will now have a book that encompasses it all, the bikes, the music and the fantastic storylines – for Nicholas is now telling another tale, ‘Heartbeat… The Story Behind the Series’.
This long-awaited tribute does not only chart the success of this now essential Sunday night viewing programme, but delves deep behind the scenes, both in the studio and on location, meeting the people and places which have contributed to the series’ sensational popularity.
Illustrated with photographs taken on set over the many years and charting the abundance of colourful characters, including scores of British television’s best known faces, The Heartbeat Story will be the must-have viewing companion for every Heartbeat fan.

Mortons Media Group Ltd acquire Motorcycle Racer magazine

Mortons Media Group Ltd, publishers of top UK motorcycle titles, such as Motorcycle Sport & Leisure, Classic Racer, and Motor Cycle Monthly - are pleased to announce we have taken ownership of Motorcycle Racer magazine.

Better than a pit pass
Motorcycle racing has a huge following in the UK,Ireland and beyond. Over 4 million people enjoyed British superbike, World superbike and MotoGP racing coverage last year across a variety of terrestrial and satellite television stations, with hundreds of thousands of people braving the elements and enjoying the action live.

At Motorcycle Racer we aim to bring the excitement of the sport to the fans. In this personality driven industry, Motorcycle Racer gives the reader exclusive interviews with the top riders from across the globe. We have regular monthly columns from racers, giving an in-depth analysis of their life at the top.
Extensive technical information about the top racing machinery is regularly featured, our team providing the specs, stunning photography and the inside track on racebike development. The motorcycle Racer reader can enjoy intelligent and informed comment on the sport they love.

January 2008 edition of Motorcycle Racer magazine is now on sale in all good newsagents!

* Secure online SINGLE ISSUE ordering is now available - allowing you to buy just the current issue, post-free!

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