Currently doing the Oxford ATPL distance learning phase 2, exams in July.Whilst at OAA I bought the new ppl manuals as a gift and I have to say they are excellent.They go beyond ppl,the met and law books answer many atpl questions. The manuals are more expensive than the Air pilot Manual series but are just stunning and so will impress your family and friends !
Recommend Bristol ground school notes for ATPL exams,often found on ebay just search ATPL.