The Mirror Book: Mirror Sailing from Start to Finish By Peter Aitken and Timothy Davison

Published by Wiley Nautical, July 2008

The Mirror dinghy is a British sailing icon and continues to evolve, keeping up with modern sailing technology and requirements. The Mirror Book teaches you how to sail and race in these specialist Dinghies and how to get the best out of them. Traditionally famous for its red sails and gaff rig, the Class Association has recently agreed to allow Bermudan rigs and a centre main sheet - both popular moves. The boat is ideal as a cruiser, a boat to learn on or to race in and is admired throughout the UK. It can also be rowed or fitted with an outboard engine and can accommodate four or five people although it is normally sailed by two avid enthusiasts.   
    

West Country Cruising Companion by Mark Fishwick

Published by Wiley Nautical, May 2008

Cruise the West Country and discover its delights with this ideal onboard resource. The West Country Cruising Companion is the definitive sailing guide to Dorset, Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Enhanced by spectacular aerial shots of every port, harbour, marina and anchorage, this book will allow readers to make the most of their cruising experiences.   

Practical Navigation for the Modern Boat Owner By Pat Manley

Published by Wiley Nautical, May 2008

Finding one's way has never been easier than with this comprehensive guide to navigation. Practical Navigation for the Modern Boat Owner is an indispensable companion for the modern sailor who wants to navigate their way through the seas using GPS, chartplotters and radars. Every sailor needs a back up plan should the onboard electrics fail, and Pat Manley delivers the tools to make this possible. Boat owners have long needed a resource that covers all the electronic (modern) navigation, which develops and introduces the theme of traditional navigation as and when it is needed - now they have just that. 
    

Rigging By Danilo Fabbroni

Published by Wiley Nautical, May 2008

Rigging contains everything a reader has ever wanted to know about this mysterious art but were too afraid to ask. Written by an internationally respected rigger, Rigging will give readers copious amounts of practical knowledge on how they can enhance their performance with step by step guides complemented by full colour photography. This book is particularly ideal for the sailor wanting to take a more hands on approach with every aspect of rigging on a boat, with the role of each and every part and how they all influence each other.

Teach Dinghy Sailing By Gaz Harrison

Published by Wiley Nautical, May 2008

Teachers of dinghy sailing will find this book highly useful as it provides a step-by step guide on how to teach people to sail.  Teach Dinghy Sailing isn't just for instructors, but also for all those enthusiasts wishing to teach their friends and family in a manner that is both safe and effective. Whether embarking on a career - teaching sailing or looking to show children how to sail, this step by step guide will get the best out of everyone.    

The Sailor's Book of the Weather By Simon Keeling

Published by Wiley Nautical, May 2008

The Sailor’s Book of the Weather introduces the key principles that influence the weather and gives the sailor the tools to forecast from observations and make the most of available information. Wind, clouds and knowledge of weather patterns and local conditions all contain ample hints to allow the informed forecaster to accurately predict the weather. Illustrated with charts and over 100 photographs, this book is a must on every boat and essential reading whether you are on the water in land, on the coast or venturing further afield.

Surf U.K.: The Definitive Guide to Surfing in Britain by Alf Alderson

Published by Wiley Nautical, May 2008

Ride the wave with this definitive guide to Surfing, Written by accomplished surfer and freelance outdoor journalist, Alf Alderson - Surf U.K is the ultimate companion to surfing Britain’s best waves.  With contributions from top surfers, this guide really is the surfer’s bible.  Readers will be given a heads up on a surfer’s paradise without ever having to leave the UK.

Surfing: A Beginner's Guide by Alf Alderson

Published by Wiley Nautical, April 2008

This book is essential for anyone who has a burning interest in learning to surf.  Written by a seasoned surfer and award winning journalist, the reader will gain a keen insight into the foundations of surfing from choosing the correct equipment to catching that great first wave. Surfing: A Beginner's Guide is adorned with full-colour step-by-step photographs and this edition is complemented by an updated green seas section discussing the impact of global warming on surfing.

Passage Planning Companion

By Alastair Buchan
Published by Wiley Nautical, April 2008

Finally a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to safe passage planning that makes sure every aspect is covered and nothing is forgotten. In many countries you are required by law to plan your passage for each voyage. It is an offence not to have done so and not to have it onboard. Officials can ask for it to be produced at any time, although for pleasure crafts this is only likely to happen after some incident. Nevertheless, it pays for every sailor to have the knowledge bestowed by our Passage Planning Companion.

Kitesurfing: The Complete Guide by Kristin Boese

Published by Wiley Nautical, May 2008

Leap for your life and discover the thrills of kitesurfing in this unique book which provides essential reading for fans of this extreme sport at any stage. Written by a three times kitesurfing champion, Kitesurfing: The Complete Guide is a training manual covering the basics as well as the mental and physical preparation needed for development.

Pencil, Paper and Stars: The Handbook of Traditional and Emergency Navigation

By Alastair Buchan

Published by Wiley Nautical, March 08

Electronic navigation systems are extremely reliable but when they do fail onboard repair at sea is rarely possible. Also, their operation depends on a continuous supply of electricity. Should this fail they will stop and unexpectedly lacking the means of position finding, chart plotting and route planning - how can the modern navigator continue their passage in a safe and seamanlike manner? By going under the hood and learning the theory contained in this book, sailors will be well placed to deal with these difficulties and electronic failures.

Be Your Own Sailing Coach

By Jon Emmet

Published by Wiley Nautical, March 08

This unique book shows you how to set your overall sailing goals and then break them down into manageable (yet stretching) mini-goals – a truly essential guide to the mental, physical and technical skills needed to win races.

The Solent Cruising Companion

By Derek Aslett
To be published by Wiley Nautical, February 08

This new edition of The Solent Cruising Companion covers one of the world’s most popular stretches of water and includes ports and anchorages from Poole to Littlehampton. With his eloquent blend of pilotage and cruising information, Derek Aslett’s book provides a fascinating slant on cruising in these busy and challenging waters.

Jane Cody and John Nash, authors of Croatia Cruising Companion share their 5 favourite Croatian cruising locations

4 January 2008:  With Christmas and New Year celebrations behind us, and before the January blues get to you, start planning your summer holiday.  In recent years Croatia has grown in popularity as a great sailing destination, especially with its clear blue skies, azure sea and quiet islands.  To help you plan this year's sailing holiday, Jane Cody and John Nash have picked their 5 favourite sailing locations in this unspoilt part of the Mediterrean.

An Absorbing Interest: The America's Cup wins the White & Mackay/Yachting Journalists Association Media Book Award

5th December 2007:  Bob Fisher has been awarded the White & Mackay/Yachting Journalists Association Media Book Award for his book, An Absorbing Interest: The America's Cup A History 1851 - 2003

Gipsy Moth IV: A Legend Sails Again

By Paul Gelder
Published by Wiley Nautical, December 07

In this beautifully illustrated book, Yachting Monthly’s Paul Gelder tells the remarkable story of Gipsy Moth’s rise, fall and triumphant rise again. Gipsy Moth IV: A Legend Sails Again is the definitive history of this sailing icon, illustrated throughout with never before published photographs of the boat, the restoration project and dramatic images from both of her epic voyages...

Wiley Nautical launches Mobile Weather Service

17 September 2007:  Wiley Nautical are delighted to announce the launch of the Wiley Nautical Weather Service at Southampton Boat Show. Delivering the latest, accurate, seven-day forecast to the desktop, laptop or mobile, the service is the lightning-fast route to weather forecasts on the go or at home. Mainland, inshore and offshore forecasts are all offered and they cover over 600 UK locations. It’s the perfect weather insurance for any yachtsman or powerboater on the go.