Michael Joseph acquires Tom Daley memoir

Written By: Charlotte Williams Publication Date: Fri, 18/02/2011 - 08:10 Michael Joseph has acquired world all language rights to an illustrated memoir by 16-year-old Olympic and Commonwealth diver Tom Daley. Commissioning editor Daniel Bunyard made the deal with Jonathan Harris of Luxton Harris on behalf of Jamie Cunningham of Professional Sports Group. Bunyard said: "Tom is one of the brightest talents in modern athletics and certain to be one of the central stars of London's Olympics in 2012. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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