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Pub Date Mar 28 2026 | Archive Date Apr 27 2026


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Description

Part two of Johnny’s autobiography, following the best-selling, Johnny Ball - My Previous Life in Comedy.

A hugely entertaining memoir from national treasure Johnny Ball, chronicling his life and career from the late 70’s to present day.

A household name, Johnny Ball is best known for his highly successful children's television career, including BBC's Playschool.

Featuring exclusive tales and anecdotes, suitable for readers of all ages!

After seventeen years in stand-up comedy and, by 1981, fourteen years in children’s television, Johnny’s self-created shows Think of a Number and Think Again were attracting huge audiences. Yet his roller-coaster career was anything but steady. Each success seemed to be matched by a setback, as if someone, or something, was always waiting to pull him back down.

Before long, the world of engineering and big business came calling. Johnny found himself not only presenting but also writing and lecturing on an extraordinary range of subjects, always in support of new ideas and initiatives. And, more often than not, he came out smiling and armed with new, funnier or sometimes more shocking stories that simply just ‘must be told’.

Today, the roller-coaster ride continues. The lows may feel steeper than ever, but the highs are even more thrilling and exhilarating. Through it all, one thing remains certain: it’s still a laugh-a-minute adventure. Enjoy the ride!

Part two of Johnny’s autobiography, following the best-selling, Johnny Ball - My Previous Life in Comedy.

A hugely entertaining memoir from national treasure Johnny Ball, chronicling his life and...


A Note From the Publisher

Johnny Ball is best known for his hugely successful twenty-year career with the BBC, where he became a household name writing and presenting educational television. Starting as a stand-up comedian, he joined Play School in 1967 before going on to create hit series such as Think of a Number, which won a BAFTA. Today, Johnny continues to entertain and inspire audiences. In 2025, he published part one of his autobiography, Johnny Ball – My Previous Life in Comedy.

Johnny Ball is best known for his hugely successful twenty-year career with the BBC, where he became a household name writing and presenting educational television. Starting as a stand-up comedian...


Advance Praise

‘One of the most recognisable faces on children’s TV’ - John Peake, The Telegraph

‘The face of 1970s and 80s children’s TV’ - Marc Baker, The Mirror

'A great, fun, read that told me so much more about one of my childhood heroes. Can't wait for part 2!' - Amazon review of Johnny Ball - My Previous Life in Comedy

‘One of the most recognisable faces on children’s TV’ - John Peake, The Telegraph

‘The face of 1970s and 80s children’s TV’ - Marc Baker, The Mirror

'A great, fun, read that told me so much more about...


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EDITION Ebook
ISBN 9781835745021
PRICE £5.99 (GBP)
PAGES 320

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