MMP Books

MMP was founded in 1996 by Roger Wallsgrove, to publish Mushroom Model Magazine. This quarterly modelling magazine was developed from Mushroom Monthly, a club newsletter which ran from 1985 to 1995, achieving a world-wide reputation for quality articles, fearless and honest reviews, and a great sense of humour. From 1997 the magazine was produced in collaboration with Robert Peczkowski and Artur Juszczak (Stratus), which meant a big leap in print quality and design. MMP expanded into book publication in 1999, and since then they have built up a list of books on aircraft and aviation history, military vehicles, and military history. Their books are now read around the world and have been received to critical acclaim. In 2006 the decision was made to stop producing the magazine to concentrate on book production; the books being a logical follow-on, and with the same philosophy. MMP’s emphasis is on accessible, well-researched and well-written books, showcasing top-quality photos and artwork, produced to a high standard.

Austro-Italian Naval War 1866 Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 140
ISBN: 9788367227216
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Maritime
Illustrations: B&W photos, scale plans B&W drawings
Description:
This new book covers the Austro-Italian Naval War 1866 a little-known part of late 19th C naval history. The Battle of Lissa took place on 20 July 1866. It was the first major sea battle between ironclads and one of the last to involve deliberate ramming.
RRP: £25.00

Saab 105

Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
ISBN: 9788367227421
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Yellow Series
Illustrations: B&W photos, colour photos, scale plans, colour profiles
Description:
“Saab 105" is a definitive and comprehensive book that delves into the world of the Saab 105 aircraft, providing readers with a wealth of information and captivating visuals. Written in English, this book stands out as the ultimate resource for enthusiasts, historians, and aviation aficionados seeking an in-depth understanding of the iconic Saab 105.One of the book's standout features is its extensive collection of photographs, showcasing the aircraft in various operational settings.
RRP: £29.00
Vickers Tanks in Poland Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 136
ISBN: 9788367227551
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Green Series
Illustrations: 200+ B&W photos, scale plans, colour profiles
Description:
This book contains information about a tank very important in the development of Polish armored weaponry. Although only 38 of these combat vehicles were purchased in 1932, allowing for the formation of just two companies, it was significant that the Polish Army received a modern tank, whose utility and properties could be tested in daily service. Simultaneously, a license for the production of Vickers E tanks was purchased - and this was even more important than the acquisition of the equipment itself.
RRP: £35.00
Single Vehicle No. 13 PZ.Kpfw. VI Tiger II Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 24
ISBN: 9788368377002
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Description:
This book is compilations of the colour profiles, scale plans and photo details of the single variant of the PZ.Kpfw. VI Tiger II.
RRP: £9.00
Single Vehicle No. 06 PzKpfw. VI Ausf. E Tiger I (Late) Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 24
ISBN: 9788367227100
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Single Vehicle
Description:
This book is compilations of the colour profile, scale plans and photo details of the single variant of the Tiger I German main battle tank. Scale plans in 1/35 scale plus drawings from wartime technical manuals. Also photos of the details in B&W.
RRP: £9.00
Camera ON 35 Barbarossa Victims vol. 2 Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 184
ISBN: 9788367227872
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Camera ON
Illustrations: Period B&W photos
Description:
This new photo album is number 35 in the MMPBooks/Stratus "Camera On" series and vol. 2 features over 160 photographs of captured and destroyed Soviet aircraft from the Eastern Front in World War Two. Most of the photographs were taken in situ, during and after the Operation Barbarossa - the attempted Nazi invasion of Russia.
RRP: £15.00
KARAŚ of 24 Eskadra at War Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 144
ISBN: 9788361421818
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Illustrations: 200+ b/w photos, 12 color profiles, 2 maps
Description:
The fascinating and untold story of the 24 Eskadra of the Polish Air Force in September 1939. 24 Eskadra was the only unit during September 1939 which ended the Polish Campaign with the same number of aircraft as it started, despite heavy losses. The operations of the unit, its successes and losses, are described in detail in this book.
RRP: £19.99
Fighting Ships of the U.S. Navy 1883-2019 Cover
Format: Hardback
Pages: 200
ISBN: 9788366549661
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Fighting Ships of the U.S. Navy 1883-2019
Illustrations: 200+ B&W photos
Description:
This series of books provides details of all USN warships from 1893 to the present day. Every class and individual ship has an entry providing details of the procurement, dimensions and characteristics, and a summary of each ship's history and development. Profusely illustrated with photos.
RRP: £35.00
Colours of September ’39. Poland Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 80
ISBN: 9788367227889
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Illustrations: Colour profiles
Description:
This book contains 80+ colour profiles of the Polish Air Force aircraft used in September 1939 against German invasion.
RRP: £19.00
Colour & Scale 02. NAA Mustang III. Europe 1944-1945 Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 16
ISBN: 9788367227698
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Colour & Scale
Illustrations: Scale plans, colour profiles
Description:
Mustang III variants are shown, Aircraft used over Europe.This book consists of 16 pages and features detailed scale plans in both 1/72 and 1/48 scales. It includes 12-14 colour profiles, providing a visual guide to various markings.
RRP: £9.00
Colour & Scale 01. P-47D Razorback. Normandy 1944 Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 16
ISBN: 9788367227681
Pub Date: 30 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Colour & Scale
Illustrations: Scale plans, colour profiles
Description:
P-47D Razorback variants are shown, aircraft used over Normandy in 1944.This book consists of 16 pages and features detailed scale plans in both 1/72 and 1/48 scales. It includes 12-14 colour profiles, providing a visual guide to various markings.
RRP: £9.00
Fighting Ships of the U.S. Navy 1883-2019 Cover
Format: Hardback
Pages: 200
ISBN: 9788366549654
Pub Date: 15 Apr 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Fighting Ships of the U.S. Navy 1883-2019
Illustrations: 200+ B&W photos
Description:
This series of books provides details of all USN warships from 1893 to the present day. Every class and individual ship has an entry providing details of the procurement, dimensions and characteristics, and a summary of each ship's history and development. Profusely illustrated with photos.
RRP: £35.00
Japanese Submarine Aircraft Cover
Format: Hardback
Pages: 200
ISBN: 9788366549562
Pub Date: 31 Mar 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Illustrations: photos, color profiles
Description:
This is the second edition of the first English language book to describe in detail the aircraft carried by Japan's extensive submarine fleet in World War Two. More than any other nation, Japan designed, built and operated aircraft launched from submarines, using them for reconnaissance and also (uniquely) for bombing and attack missions. This fascinating history of an under-published aspect of World War Two aviation warfare is illustrated with photographs, scale plans and full color illustrations, including those of the preserved Seiran.
RRP: £35.00
Polish Wings No. 43, Lublin Seaplanes in the Polish Naval Aviation Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 24
ISBN: 9788368377019
Pub Date: 30 Mar 2025
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Polish Wings
Description:
This book explores the history and operations of Lublin seaplanes in the Polish Naval Aviation. Featuring rare period photographs, detailed descriptions of their service, and beautifully illustrated color profiles, it provides a comprehensive look at these unique aircraft. A must-read for aviation history enthusiasts and modelers alike!
RRP: £18.00
Fighting Ships of the U.S. Navy 1883-2019 Cover
Format: Hardback
Pages: 200
ISBN: 9788366549647
Pub Date: 15 Oct 2024
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Fighting Ships of the U.S. Navy 1883-2019
Illustrations: 200+ B&W photos
Description:
This series of books provides details of all USN warships from 1893 to the present day. Every class and individual ship has an entry providing details of the procurement, dimensions and characteristics, and a summary of each ship's history and development. Profusely illustrated with photos.
RRP: £35.00
Luftwaffe search lights and range finding equipment vol. 2 Cover
Format: Paperback
Pages: 80
ISBN: 9788367227483
Pub Date: 15 Oct 2024
Imprint: MMP Books
Series: Camera ON
Illustrations: B&W period photos
Description:
This new photo album is number 32 in the MMPBooks/Stratus "Camera On" series and is the second volume to cover such equipment as Luftwaffe search lights and range finding equipment, of which the book contains 140+ photographs. The majority of the photos are from private collections taken by ordinary German soldiers, not professional propagandists. In this volume, we endeavour to show this rarely illustrated equipment in some detail but still show it as the soldiers viewed it as both their work place and also their home, not the highly posed and polished views of the official photographers.
RRP: £15.00