After all the fun and excitement, the long train journey back home was quite boring. Mr Clops and Mr Balls talked a little, had sandwiches and coffee, and slept a lot. They finally arrived back in Leeds at 10.20pm. As they got into the taxi outside the train station to go home, Mr Clops suggested … Read More..... about KNEES-UP AT THE OLD PEACOCK
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BENNY’S PAPER ROUND
An Extract From The Book: Fish – Operation Electric Man By Kelvin Rush. Book Details The next day I went to see Benny, who lived a few doors down from our house. He answered the door in his pyjamas, and didn’t look well. ‘Are ya coming out Benny?’ I asked. ‘I can’t Fish, I’m made up with cold. Mum … Read More..... about BENNY’S PAPER ROUND
THE BIG DAY HAS FINALLY ARRIVED
An Extract From The Book: Mr Clops & Mr Balls - Silverstone By Kelvin Rush.Book DetailsThe alarm clock went off at precisely 7.00am. Mr Clops leapt out of bed, like a kid on Christmas morning. He’d been planning this day for several weeks, and now it had finally arrived, he couldn’t contain his … Read More..... about THE BIG DAY HAS FINALLY ARRIVED
TOO FAT TO DRIVE
An Extract From The Book: Mr Clops & Mr Balls – Silverstone By Kelvin Rush.Book Details The sun was beating down as the temperature hit ninety degrees. Mr Balls had two really large distinctive sweat bombs under both his armpits and stunk of B.O. ‘It’s very hot Mr Clops, I’m sweating like a … Read More..... about TOO FAT TO DRIVE
FIRST CLASS ALL THE WAY
An Extract From The Book: Mr Clops & Mr Balls – Silverstone By Kelvin Rush.Book Details The taxi pulled up outside the house at nine on the dot, and sounded the horn twice. Mr Clops opened the front door and gave the thumbs up to the driver. ‘Two minutes pal!’ he shouted, before pushing the door … Read More..... about FIRST CLASS ALL THE WAY
WINNIE & THE MILK FLOAT MAN
An Extract From The Book: Mr Clops & Mr Balls – Silverstone By Kelvin Rush.Book Details Although Mr Clops was extremely disappointed that Mr Balls wouldn’t be driving a car, it certainly didn’t dampen his own enthusiasm. He forgot all about Mr Balls, as he arrived at the garage, and was given a … Read More..... about WINNIE & THE MILK FLOAT MAN
FAT MAN ON A WINNERS PODIUM
An Extract From The Book: Mr Clops & Mr Balls – Silverstone By Kelvin Rush.Book Details Mr Clops spotted Mr Balls sat down in the reception area, in one of the comfy chairs, watching the world go by. He was still wearing his panama hat and sunglasses. Mr Clops walked over and sat down next to … Read More..... about FAT MAN ON A WINNERS PODIUM
TIME TO FACE THE MUSIC
An Extract From The Book: Fish – Operation Electric Man By Kelvin Rush. Book Details After spending at least four hours in the park, it was now getting really cold and I was hungry. I’d been sat on the bench for some of the time, going through endless scenarios in my head, most of which made me feel … Read More..... about TIME TO FACE THE MUSIC
PSYCHO SID
An Extract From The Book: Fish – Operation Electric Man By Kelvin Rush. Book Details By the time the electric man came to empty the money box, there was only a few quid in there. I knew for certain I would be in big trouble, which is why I legged it to the park, before dad got hold of me. Over a six … Read More..... about PSYCHO SID
THE OPERATION BEGINS
An Extract From The Book: Fish – Operation Electric Man By Kelvin Rush. Book Details Goody had let me practice many times on his electric meter, until I was confident enough to go it alone. I’d been carefully planning things for the past few weeks, and now it was time to put the plan into action. It … Read More..... about THE OPERATION BEGINS
TIME HAS RUN OUT
An Extract From The Book: Fish – Operation Electric Man By Kelvin Rush. Book Details Some of the shoes in the cupboard must be at least fifteen years old. There’s also my very first pair of football boots, with all the rubber studs worn down to nothing. There are endless pairs of slippers, countless … Read More..... about TIME HAS RUN OUT
OUR SHARON’S 18TH
An Extract From The Book: Fish - Operation Electric Man By Kelvin Rush.Book Details I was sat about halfway up the stairs feeling physically sick. I was also sweating like a pig. ‘Guilt Sweat’ is what Gran would call it. I was about to be hung, drawn and quartered. That’s slightly over the top, but … Read More..... about OUR SHARON’S 18TH
OUR VERY FIRST KISS
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details Jimmy walked reluctantly and very nervously down the street, with both hands firmly in his front trouser pockets. The excitement he felt when he woke up that morning had deserted him, and was now replaced with … Read More..... about OUR VERY FIRST KISS
THE NOTORIOUS RUDOLF RAMSBOTTOM
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details Mrs Cartwright was still rubbing Jimmy’s hands. ‘Don’t try to get up love,’ she said. ‘You may have concussion. The ambulance will be here soon. They’ll take you to hospital and get you checked out.’ Jimmy looked … Read More..... about THE NOTORIOUS RUDOLF RAMSBOTTOM
A YOUNG TONY CURTIS
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details Jimmy spent all day Friday preparing for the big day. He went completely through his wardrobe, trying on different outfits and many combinations of clothes. He tried on jumpers, sweatshirts, shirts, t-shirts, jeans, … Read More..... about A YOUNG TONY CURTIS
SCOTTY TO THE RESCUE
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details Jimmy was off school for the rest of the week. He spent most of the time sleeping, watching telly, and looking through his large collection of football programmes, (especially the Liverpool ones). His mind was also … Read More..... about SCOTTY TO THE RESCUE
WELL AND TRULY BATTERED
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details On the way home Carol told Brian the full story, with Jimmy occasionally adding his bits. After dropping Mrs Cartwright off, Brian pulled up outside The Blue Whale chippy. Jimmy was surprised, as they usually only … Read More..... about WELL AND TRULY BATTERED
ESTEE LAUDER
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details The ambulance drove out of the school car park and headed down the main road to the hospital a few miles away. Jimmy had finally stopped crying and was feeling a little better, thanks to the support of Mrs … Read More..... about ESTEE LAUDER
LOVESICK EGGHEAD
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details ‘Once the ambulance gets here Jimmy, I’ll ring your parents and tell them what’s happened,’ said Mrs Cartwright. ‘What did happen Mrs Cartwright?’ asked Jimmy, who still felt a little groggy and confused. Before … Read More..... about LOVESICK EGGHEAD
BIRDIE’S FATE WAS FINALLY SEALED
An Extract From The Book: Jimmy Spence 8th Of June 1974 By Kelvin Rush. Book Details Saturday the 8th of June 1974 would be etched in the memory of Jimmy Spence for the rest of his life. As midnight approached, he was sat up in bed wide awake and couldn’t get to sleep. His mind was racing … Read More..... about BIRDIE’S FATE WAS FINALLY SEALED