ParalympicsGB's books we like!
Posted 27 August 2012
by Nikesh Shukla
If, like us, you've been glued to the television watching sports all summer, you'll be avidly watching the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
We asked some of the ParalympicsGB athletes taking part what books they would be taking into the Athlete's Village with them.
Claire Harvey (Sitting Volleyball, women's team captain)
Currently reading: Harlen Coben, Hold Tight
Desert Island Book: Fannie Flagg, Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistlestop Cafe
Mandy Pankhurst (Shooting)
Currently reading: Jill Mansell, To the Moon and Back
Desert Island Book: Can't choose... too many!
Sharon Vennard (Archery)
Currently Reading: Terry Pratchet Carpe Jugulum
Desert Island Book: David Edding, Belgariad
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Excellent choice, Mandy! Hope you're enjoying it. xx
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