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Upcoming Books

Seriously Silly – The Life of Terry Jones

Terry Jones is one of our greatest comedy legends. Taking in his biggest successes as well as his personal battles, Seriously Silly is his whole story, from Terry’s start as a war baby in the picturesque coastal town of Colwyn Bay, to discovering comedy at Oxford and the journey that took him on a convoluted pathway through revue sketches, writing for the Two Ronnies and Marty Feldman, anarchic shows for children that adults loved, Monty Python and beyond. It reveals the debates and comic genius of the Pythons, as well as Terry’s extraordinary determination and resilience – especially in his final years as he battled with dementia. Written with unique insight and affection, this biography captures Terry’s unparalleled imagination, irreverent wit, fondness for silliness in all forms and fierce intelligence, while also sensitively exploring his final chapter. This is a story not only of brilliance but also of courage, friendship and love.

Robert Ross said: ‘Terry Jones was a comedy hero who became a valued friend. This is by far the most personal book I have ever written. All the laughter and serious silliness is here, along with an awful lot of love for a brilliant, thoroughly good human.’

Anna Mrowiec from Coronet said: ‘This biography is a true labour of love, written with the humour, warmth and humanity that defined Terry’s life. It offers fans an unprecedented glimpse into the heart and mind of a comedy legend and icon of British entertainment, by a brilliant writer who knew the real Terry.’

Coronet will publish Seriously Silly in November 2025, in hardback, audiobook and eBook. It will be supported by a bold, creative campaign in honour of the legacy Terry Jones left behind. 

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The First Rule of Comedy..!

Fondly remembered as Spike Dixon in Hi-De-Hi, Jeffrey Holland is one of our best-loved situation comedy actors. An invaluable member of the repertory company of writer and director David Croft, his many other television credits include Are You Being Served?, Dad’s Army, It Ain’t Half Hot Mum, Oh, Doctor Beeching!, and You Rang, M’Lord?

Written in collaboration with Britain’s foremost comedy historian, Robert Ross, producer and presenter of the hugely successful touring show Jeffrey Holland: Comedy Friends and Heroes, this unique memoir reveals the hilarious tales from Holland’s long and illustrious career, through the comedy greats that have inspired him, to the comedy colleagues with whom he has worked.

There will be heart-warming stories from his twenty-year association with Paul Shane and Su Pollard: BBC’s comedy ‘A’ Team of sitcom. There will be poignant and deep reflection on his all-time favourite comedian, Stan Laurel, and revealing stories of working with the great and good of variety theatre – from understudying Frankie Howerd in pantomime, to unforgettable encounters with Ben Warriss, the no-nonsense straight man of Jewel and Warriss fame, via many happy years as part of Russ Abbot’s Madhouse.

Not to mention blissful thoughts on the joy of The Goon Show, and the thrill of stepping into the huge shoes of Peter Sellers, when the crazy characters were resurrected for Goon Again!

Filled with the enthusiasm and affection, The First Rule of Comedy..! is a life told through the eyes of one of the true greats of the genre.