Please join our group on Facebook where details of the forthcoming publication John Holmes Reluctant Hero are available. We would love you to join in with any thoughts or stories you have about John or just general Rugby League banter. Facebook Group: John Holmes Reluctant Hero www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=287171913060

Please join our group on Facebook where details of the forthcoming publication John Holmes Reluctant Hero are available. We would love you to join in with any thoughts or stories you have about John or just general Rugby League banter. Facebook Group: John Holmes Reluctant Hero www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=287171913060

A book I look forward to reading.

Will love to read the book.

Not on facebook though and am trying never to be.

You're missing out.

I think you would particularly enjoy the 'Are you interested' app...

Quote ="G1"Will love to read the book. Not on facebook though and am trying never to be.'" Don't knock it till you've tried it. Take George Ballantyne's site (see link) for example "Rugby Players Past,Present and Future which has over 1300 members and probably the finest collection numbering thousands of League pictures you will ever see. All that John's brother Phil is doing with the site is to keep people informed on the book and also use it to display some of the many pictures and memories that the family possess of John from his career and share them with you the fans. Because they are having a problem fitting it all into one book. Link www.facebook.com/home.php#!/grou ... 741&ref=ts

Quote ="G1"Will love to read the book. Not on facebook though and am trying never to be.'" Don't knock it till you've tried it. Take George Ballantyne's site (see link) for example "Rugby Players Past,Present and Future which has over 1300 members and probably the finest collection numbering thousands of League pictures you will ever see. All that John's brother Phil is doing with the site is to keep people informed on the book and also use it to display some of the many pictures and memories that the family possess of John from his career and share them with you the fans. Because they are having a problem fitting it all into one book. Link www.facebook.com/home.php#!/grou ... 741&ref=ts

Quote ="The Trip"Don't knock it till you've tried it. Take George Ballantyne's site (see link) for example "Rugby Players Past,Present and Future which has over 1300 members and probably the finest collection numbering thousands of League pictures you will ever see. All that John's brother Phil is doing with the site is to keep people informed on the book and also use it to display some of the many pictures and memories that the family possess of John from his career and share them with you the fans. Because they are having a problem fitting it all into one book. Link www.facebook.com/home.php#!/grou ... 741&ref=ts'" Unlike the post above yours, this is certainly an enticing reason to join up.

Quote ="The Trip"Don't knock it till you've tried it. Take George Ballantyne's site (see link) for example "Rugby Players Past,Present and Future which has over 1300 members and probably the finest collection numbering thousands of League pictures you will ever see. All that John's brother Phil is doing with the site is to keep people informed on the book and also use it to display some of the many pictures and memories that the family possess of John from his career and share them with you the fans. Because they are having a problem fitting it all into one book. Link www.facebook.com/home.php#!/grou ... 741&ref=ts'" Unlike the post above yours, this is certainly an enticing reason to join up.

Worth a visit, especially if anyone has some old photo's to upload to the site.

There's also a two page spread on the new book in this month's RL World.

just pre-ordered on amazon www.amazon.co.uk/Reluctant-Hero- ... 0956252648

just pre-ordered on amazon www.amazon.co.uk/Reluctant-Hero- ... 0956252648

Quote ="totalloiner"just pre-ordered on amazon www.amazon.co.uk/Reluctant-Hero- ... 0956252648'" I made the mistake of searching for it on Amazon.....at work.....and got the other John Holmes.

Quote ="totalloiner"just pre-ordered on amazon www.amazon.co.uk/Reluctant-Hero- ... 0956252648'" I made the mistake of searching for it on Amazon.....at work.....and got the other John Holmes.

When's your disciplinary hearing ?

Just a quick update to thank all that have joined the site. There's over 100 members now in just over a week including quite a few ex-players as well. The great thing is the photos and memorabilia that are being posted plus quite a few amusing anecdotes and stories as well.It is certainly turning into a fitting tribute for John and also for the game as well.
So for those who have not joined why not take another look.
Many Thanks.

BUMP Thanks all. www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=287171913060

BUMP Thanks all. www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=287171913060

when is the book coming out?

If you click on the link and then Wall you can read a lot of the postings and view the pictures without being a facebook member.

But to answer your question Phil Holmes Jnr passed over the finished manuscript to the publishers yesterday. They are hoping to have it on the shelves by May. We will be keeping everyone informed through the site in the press and of course through here and Southstander.

Many Thanks

Actually, thats a great Facebook site.

Its probably too late now but if I can ever find it I'll dig out my 1968 copy of the Supporters Clubs Handbook (why I have it I don't know) and see what there is in there.

Thank you Mc Claren.

Actually it's not too late because plans are to keep the site going after the book is launched. I know there's quite a few events in the planning stage as well and it will provide a valuable forum for them. Also there's 150 people enjoying and posting memorabilia on the site so why stop that.
So dig out that 68 handbook and get something on there. I'll dig out my 68 Wakey handbook (I know why I had that) and post something as well !!

Piece in tonight's YEP online: www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/r ... 6138522.jp

Piece in tonight's YEP online: www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/r ... 6138522.jp

Quote ="tvoc"Piece in tonight's YEP online: www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/r ... 6138522.jp'" yes its excellent piece

Quote ="tvoc"Piece in tonight's YEP online: www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/r ... 6138522.jp'" yes its excellent piece

Phil Holmes Breaking news - the date for release is now confirmed. Phil Caplan has been notified from the printers that the book should be delivered on Friday May 28th. This is not guaranteed 100% due to possibility of the delivery van breaking down or getting lost but 99% sure that 28th of this month (only 10 days away) will be t...he day. Should you wish to pre order a copy then the main book seller is Philip Howard Books - on Street Lane in Roundhay just opposite The Flying Pizza. Look them up on t'internet.
As Wigan visit Headingley the following day, the club shop may have a few copies to sell - fingers crossed! Many, many thanks for the support so far and, just as John is doing below, pass it on!!!

I guess my Amazon order wont arrive by the 28th then.

Phil Holmes writes..The book is on sale at Philip Howard Books on Street Lane, Roundhay - opposite the Deer Park pub. The club shop will take some but they haven't nominated how many just yet. There is also a book signing next Saturday at Philip Howard Books starting at 10.30. Dependant on numbers it could finish at 10.45 or perhaps stret...ch past lunch time. If any of you wish to say hello it would be greatly appreciated and a nice conclusion to the months of messages posted on here. Many thanks for the support and encouragement - the two Phil's. (Be nice to see a cup win this year as well - up the Rhinos!)

i'll be there,this is our cup year its for john

Bought the book on Friday.

Read it Saturday - before and after the game.

It is excellent from start to finish - a truly fitting tribute to Leeds' greatest player. Every fan should buy one.