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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

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I wrote something. iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

I wrote something. iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

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Floodlit Dreams @floodlitdreams.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

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Tony Adams: Arsenal Captain to Alcohol Addiction | What Really Happened

YouTube video by On The Mend with Matt Willis

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

I wrote something. These days, tramps like us, baby we were born to limp. iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

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My cancer's worse than yours (19)*

'Sometimes, carrying on, just carrying on, is the superhuman achievement." Albert Camus

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who's bought #1996book over the last 24 hours ahead of full launch tomorrow. Very pleasing. It really is another triumph of candour and hope from Tony Adams. No 1 bestseller in some football categories and Hot New Release, no less. amazon.co.uk/gp/bestselle...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Very proud of #1996book. Surprised in writing it with TonyAdams how much more he had, and wanted, to say re Euro '96 and year he lost his wife and kids, lost football and regained it, along with his self-respect. Paperback out next week. Special signed hardbacks now on link below.

Floodlit Dreams @floodlitdreams.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

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The limited edition hardback of #1996 by @TonyAdams is here, now signed by Tony! This special edition is exclusive to our website, and we'll be sending out pre-orders by the end of next week, ahead of official publication on 14 April. floodlitdreams.com/shop/1996-re...

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The special signed limited edition hardback copies of #1996book, wot I rote with the legend himself Tony Adams are here. And they look gorgeous. Exclusive to @floodlitdreams.bsky.social website. Buy here, and it'll be with you ahead of April 14 publication date. floodlitdreams.com/shop/1996-re...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

I've just seen an AI generated book on Amazon that has clearly ripped off content from two books I've written. Not going to publicise it but first time I've encountered this personally and it doesn't half boil yer yer-ine. #KeepBooksAuthentic #JustSayNoAmazon

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

I've been told not to father any more children, which will be a relief to the ones I have, I suspect. Have a read why.... iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

I've been told not to father any more children, which will be a relief to the ones I have, I suspect. Have a read why.... iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

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Floodlit Dreams @floodlitdreams.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

#1996 has been co-written by #FloodlitDreams founder IanRidley who said: 'Tony always gives the reader so much of himself - I think people will be fascinated by his perspectives on characters and events from then. I'm proud to add #1996 to our list of #FootballBooks'

Floodlit Dreams @floodlitdreams.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

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📢Today we announce a very special book: ‘1996’ #TonyAdams. England captain at #Euro96, his life collapsed off-pitch and he faced the fight of his life to get help and to heal. Published April, pre-order a limited edition signed hardback at floodlitdreams.com/shop/1996-re...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Finally getting round to putting up a few decs. This poem by Wendy Cope that V cut out and pasted on a card for me a while back gets me every Christmas.

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

I wrote a book for my grandchildren and it seemed to go down pretty well. Perhaps it might do with little 'uns in your lives as a very affordable Christmas present? #WheresGrandadsHat #ChildrensBooks @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social www.amazon.co.uk/Wheres-Grand...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

I quit drinking 37 years ago today and was given the gift of sobriety. It hasn't always been easy but it's always been worth it and I have been blessed. I share this in gratitude and to show anyone who might be struggling with addiction what is possible. #ODAAT #Recovery

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

I wrote about #BruceSpringsteen, turning down a ticket 50 years ago this month, and a notion, a notion deep inside... I know everyone else has written about Bruce but there's something else I felt I needed to say too. iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

A bitter sweet symphony blending (almost) seamlessly Richard Hawley, AI, sore nipples and lumpy moobs... iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

After long reflection, decided to share the start of a novel that Vikki wrote and I discovered in a drawer after her death. I think it's intriguing and rather beautiful. iridley.substack.com/p/meetings-i...

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

My son has just texted me lamenting #Spurs 4-0 defeat at #BayernMunich. Wonders if we should support Los Angeles FC now that Sonny's signed for them. I replied that it would certainly be cheaper to go there.

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

I think of my Vikki, one of the founder members of @womeninfootball.co.uk, many times a day. Today, many more times. And I recall one of her favourite quotes, by Eleanor Roosevelt: "A woman is like a tea bag. You never know how strong she is until you put her in hot water." #Lionesses

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Memories of #Ozzy that spring to mind... 1. Buying Paranoid as a 15-year-old.... Wasn't a metal fan. Just thought it a great tune. 2. Someone suggesting to him in The Osbournes that he have a bubble machine onstage. "Bubbles? I can't have bubbles. I'm the Prince of 'F*****g Darkness." RIP.

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

Just seen #TheBalladofWallisIsland at my favourite cinema, The Odyssey, St Albans. Funny, touching, charming, uplifting. Tim Key and Tom Basden seriously talented lads. Carey Mulligan sprinkles stardust. How a 'little' film can take on big stuff. (Fondness for puns a necessity.)

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

My company, Floodlit Dreams, is publishing this revealing football fan memoir by British TV legend Jimmy Mulville in October. Includes how he helped Bill Kenwright buy Everton. Available to order on Amazon, Waterstones or signed copies on our website. www.floodlitdreams.com/product/ther...

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There's Gonna Be a Show: Everton and Me - A Complicated Love Story

*Pre-order for publication on 06/10/2025* JIMMY MULVILLE is one of the most significant figures in British television as owner and managing director of Hat Trick Productions, creators of such hit sh...

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

The world feels a lot better when I write something. Well my world, anyway. Hope yours is today. And hope features in this. Maybe have a read in the shade... iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

Glennyrodge @glennyrodge.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

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First they came for Nigel Farage and I said “it’s that bloke over there pointing at the sea”.

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

I wrote a little story for my grandchildren, Amelia and Harry. I then asked my great friend @mikemcmonagle.com to illustrate it. So good were his drawings, I decided to publish it. For the toddler in your life. And there's plenty of us. #WheresGrandadsHat www.amazon.co.uk/dp/173963963...

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

I'm such a saddo that I've just spent £2.99 and my Sunday afternoon on Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy. Didn't think I'd like it after 1st 10 mins but did. It's actually about grief. Truly, Madly, Deeply meets Love, Actually. I'm a soppy saddo.

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

I genuinely think Common People might be the best pop song ever... You can dance, you can sing along and it has social observation. And the great line: "And so you'll dance and drink and screw, because there's nothing else to do." #Pulp #Glastonbury

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Long, hard day at the Royal Marsden with some big decisions needing to be made. But a nurse from the chemo unit cheered me up when he said he hadn't realised before that I was the guy who wrote Tony Adams' book, added his Dad had read it and got into recovery and shook my hand. #Grateful #Blessed

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

I see the greatest of all footballing journeymen Jefferson Louis has retired at the age of 46 (though I reckon he might yet be persuaded back by someone during next season). Here's an interview I did with him for the #NonLeaguePaper a few years ago. thenonleaguefootballpaper.com/features/242...

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Ian Ridley meets Jefferson Louis, the man who has played for 37 clubs - The Non-League Football Paper

Award-winning writer sits down with Non-League's great journeyman.

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Terrible start to the week. #Wordle just decided to end my streak even though I know I completed it yesterday. Ah well, can only get better.

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

First Sir Chris Hoy, now Joe Biden... I'm keeping fine company these day. Something wot I rote... iridley.substack.com/p/my-cancers...

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Ever poured fruit juice on your cereal? Ah, #Mondaymornings. On a brighter note, much smitten by The Cure's latest album.

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Bradford City fire disaster. For the 25th, I visited Valley Parade and wrote this for the Mail on Sunday. Includes an interview with one of the most remarkable men I ever met, the burns surgeon Prof David Sharpe. www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/footba...

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The day football changed forever: There's a legacy of pride from Valley Parade tragedy

It will be a period of sombre remembrance, but also a time for respectful celebration, when a city unites in gratitude as it once did in tragedy.

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

Just catching up with Monday's @itvcorrie.bsky.social. Beautiful opening with the dying Julie recording some observations about life and love, and the camera cutting away to characters going about their daily business. What a wonderful writer is Chris Fewtrell. #CoronationStreet

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Much of the modern #PremierLeague illustrated in one cameo in this #ManCity v #Wolves game: Doku, wide on the left, stops his run and passes backwards. Pep applauds. Meanwhile, the effects mic picks up a fan shouting: "What are you doing?" #MCIWOL

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

A joy and a privilege to meet Khalida Popal at the British Sports Book Awards last night as she won the Vikki Orvice award for Women's Sport Writing then went on to win the overall prize for her remarkable My Beautiful Sisters. Vikki would have been hugely proud. #CTSBA25

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Treatment day at the Royal Marsden then, all being well, on to @sportsbookawards.bsky.social at The Oval to support @shekharbhatia whose lovely book #NamasteGeezer is up for Football Book of the Year. Big day. Whatever happens, it will be a good one.

Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Not written anything for months bar the odd Substack. Was planning to take the year off for other things while I can. Writing had other ideas, however. Today the first chapter of a book came to me and I wrote 1,500 words. Funny game, this. Hope I get to finish it. #AmWriting

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Ian Ridley @ianridley1.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Had a feeling Solanke's goal might have been a David Narey v Brazil 1982 moment. #LIVTOT