The hilarious, revealing and surprisingly moving story of what happened when famous UK radio DJ, Christian O'Connell, risked everything by moving to Australia in midlife - to find himself a complete unknown in a country where, he soon discovered, no one wanted to hear him on the radio.
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- 2021
- 2018
Radio boy and the revenge of Grandad
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Debut sensation Christian O'Connell is back with more hilarious adventures of Spike, super-star radio DJ... and trouble-prone ordinary kid.
- 2017
This is a laugh-out-loud story of an ordinary boy with an extraordinary secret radio show. Meet Spike, aka Radio Boy: a new Adrian Mole on the radio for the internet generation. Spike's your average awkward 11 year old, funny and cheeky and with a mum to reckon with. When he becomes the first presenter ever to be sacked from hospital radio, he decides to carry on from a makeshift studio in the garden shed, with the help of his best friends Artie and Holly, disguising his voice and going by the moniker Radio Boy. Week by week, word gets around and soon Spike is a star if only people knew it was actually him. When Spike begins to believe his own hype, and goes too far with his mocking of the school headmaster, a hunt is launched for the mysterious Radio Boy. Can Spike remain anonymous? Will he get to marry the girl of his dreams, Katherine Hamilton? Will he become famous and popular? The answer to most of these questions is no
- 2009
The Men Commandments
- 306 pages
- 11 hours of reading
This engaging retelling of biblical stories is tailored specifically for men, offering a fresh perspective on familiar narratives. With a humorous and relatable tone, the author, known for his breakfast radio presence, connects ancient wisdom to modern life challenges. The book aims to make scripture accessible and relevant, encouraging readers to explore their faith while enjoying a light-hearted approach. It's perfect for those seeking spiritual insight without the heaviness often associated with religious texts.
- 2005
Hymns
- 58 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Clever, beautiful. Observant, and better than that, brave - The Scotsman