Books by John-Paul Flintoff

Between them, my books have been published in 16 languages. They include non-fiction, fiction, illustrated poetry, how-to and memoir. Click here for my Author Page on Amazon.

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UPCOMING BOOK | The Convosphere: How the interview transformed public conversation and changed the world.

In-depth look at how interviews appeared from nowhere 150 years ago, and went on to shape journalism, therapy, and public discourse. Includes personal anecdotes and historical insights, making a compelling read for anyone interested in the power of conversation.

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How to Change the World
A manual for ambitious revolutionaries with a heart

Lessons from politics, the arts, philosophy, psychology – and evidence from history.

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A Modest Book About How To Make An Adequate Speech by John-Paul Flintoff (book cover, front)
About (you guessed it) speaking and presenting

“Learn, as I have, from John-Paul Flintoff. Highly recommend”

- Terry Szuplat, speechwriter to US president Barack Obama.

Sew Your Own book cover
True story of a man who went searching for meaning and ended up making his own Y-fronts.

Published by Profile, 2011.

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Book cover of “Comp: a survivor's tale" by John-Paul Flintoff
Memoir about an inner-city education

Published by Gollancz, 1998.

Creative guide for the family minded

Published by Faber & Faber, 2015.

Fiction. Set in the last days of Queen Anne.

Published by Unbound, 2016.

Debut illustrated poetry collection

Words and pics by me.

Published by SPCK, 2022.


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Writing can be learned

I have taught many people. You can be one of them. These downloads can help you as you write your own book.


Sample Document With Formatting For Writers.
For People Serious About Writing: Before It Gets Too Late.

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How To Shape A Writing Project As You Go Along.

For Writers: A (Successful) Specimen Book Proposal.