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Helping my clients find their own voice is the most satisfying part of my job.
Here are some of the fascinating
people I've worked with so far...
Mowbray Memories A Story Of Football And Family
Football manager Tony wanted his three sons to know about their grandfather, Clive Mowbray, who died before any of them were born. Clive was a hardworking scaffolder from Middlesbrough's Cannon Street area who enjoyed a drink and a bet. But more than anything he was a family man who would do anything for sons Tony and Darren and daughter Karen. This was a private project with just 20 hardback copies produced for close family and friends. Although it is primarily about Clive, it was also an opportunity to tell the whole family history.
Darby Days From Coffee Pot To Silver Service
Ron was my first life-writing client and I'll always be grateful to him for trusting me with such an important task. I've known him for many years but it was purely by chance that I discovered he had a burning ambition to write his own life story. Ron is a natural when it comes to storytelling. I gave him a long list of questions in advance and then was able to get all the information I needed in one four-hour interview at his home.
7-9-4 The Story Of The Three Legends
My close friend Dave Allan took on a huge project when he agreed to write a book about the popular North East radio show The Three Legends. It was the story of how former football stars Bernie Slaven, Malcolm Macdonald and Micky Horswill won a huge audience across the region with their amusing and often controversial weeknight broadcast.
Pushing Fifty The Story Of The Middlesbrough Diocesan Pilgrimage To Lourdes
Each year since 1952, thousands of pilgrims have travelled from the Diocese of Middlesbrough to the famous shrine of Lourdes in the foothills of the French Pyrenees. When the pilgrimage celebrated its golden jubilee in 2003, Father Paul Farrer wrote a book to mark the occasion. He turned to me for assistance and I was delighted to play my part in putting together a very successful publication.
"Mike is a talented, loyal and friendly character who helped me achieve a degree in sports journalism. I found his expert advice and extensive knowledge extremely valuable. He's not only an accomplished writer but a great guy who works hard with a constant smile."
George Friend, Birmingham City "I worked closely with Mike after I joined Boro and he played a part in helping me settle at the club so quickly. It was always a pleasure working with him and I knew I could trust him to offer honest and useful advice."
Aitor Karanka, former Middlesbrough Manager "Mike is a true gentleman who is full of integrity, honesty, humility and faith. My family will be forever grateful for his support and friendship over the years and although I was disappointed to see him leave MFC, I wish him every success in this exciting venture."
Dave Parnaby, former Academy Manager, Middlesbrough FC "Mike covered Boro and helped look after the media during an incredible 14 years in the club's history. He was always professional, welcoming and a pleasure to deal with. He's a top man and I wish him nothing but success and am sure he will go from strength to strength."
Former BBC Tees presenter Alastair Brownlee – RIP Ali, February 14 2016
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