I have reached an age were I know my kids find it increasingly difficult to buy presents for me, and they know that I don't need any more Everton gear, and that I have read too many 'football books'. So it was a surprise when one of my sons sent my another book.

It's titled There's Gonna Be A Show and it's written by Jimmy Mulville. I have been a fan of his work on TV, however, I was unaware that he was born in Liverpool, and has been a life long Blues supporter. So I was encouraged to read it, which I did in two sessions.

Jimmy is 71 and writes lovingly about his lifelong obsession with Everton. And what a life he has had, it has certainly not been boring. I am ten years older than him and my love affair with Everton follows a similar time line, and he details all the ups and the many downs, only as someone who has been there and done it can.

I loved the book, it's only £ 10.99 and I can whole heartily recommend it.


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1  John Gall
04/07/2026    09:50:32

I loved it too. Jimmy went to my school, about 15 years before me, and grew up in Walton. I could relate to so much of his story, though he saw the real glory years with Alan Ball. Like my Dad he was completely obsessed with him.

2  John Raftery
04/07/2026    22:36:38

Totally agree. My younger daughter gave me this book at Christmas. It is an easy, excellent read.

3  Eugene Stalker
06/07/2026    09:18:52

Agree with the comments above. It is only a short book & an easy read. His love of Everton comes through on every page. Jimmy & his family lived next door to my mate's family in Wellbrow Road (though Jimmy was a lot older) so mention of the old Hermy pub brought back many happy memories as well.

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