 | Edition: | UK (hardback) | | | Released: | 9 October 2025
| | | Publisher: | Bedford Square Publishers | | | ISBN: | 978-1-83501-330-4 | | | Format: | hardback | | | Owned: | | | | Buy: |  |  | (Not currently available) |
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Cover blurb:
‘It seems like I’ve lived my whole life to be able to write this book. I often say, if you cut me you will find Doctor Who written through my flesh like the words in a stick of rock! I feel that many readers will find echoes of their own lives in the pages, and it’s superb that a shared appreciation of a television programme can bring so much love and hope into the world.’
‘A fascinating and very personal insight into the early days of fandom, right up to the present day, with lots of great stories and cameo appearances from Doctor Who royalty. A must-read!’
PETE MCTIGHE, WRITER AND PRODUCER
‘I’ve known the author of this book, David, for over 16 years. And he’s written my sort of book! I love autobiographies and this is one of the best I’ve read. It’s informative and funny so get it bought’
FRAZER HINES
Inside cover flaps read as follows:
EMBARK ON A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME, SPACE, AND THE ENDURING MAGIC OF DOCTOR WHO HISTORY. From collecting Dalek toys in 1960s South London to becoming one of Doctor Who’s most influential historians, David J Howe’s life has been shaped by Britain’s beloved time-travelling hero. In this engaging memoir, Howe shares his journey from young fan to professional authority, offering unprecedented insights into Doctor Who’s evolution and its fandom over six decades. He takes readers behind the scenes of landmark moments in Doctor Who history, from attending and helping organise the early conventions to publishing groundbreaking books about the series. His story interweaves personal milestones, the highs and the lows, with key moments in Doctor Who history, including his work with Jon Pertwee on the actor’s autobiography and the development of the BBC’s merchandise empire. More than just a fan’s tale, this is the story of how Doctor Who shaped British popular culture through the eyes of someone who was there at every step, making it essential reading for both devoted fans and anyone interested in the cultural impact of British television history.
‘A delightful and delicious feast of David’s life long love affair with Doctor Who... from a squeaky hammer to ‘neeps and tatties’! I loved it!’
DAPHNE ASHBROOK
‘David digs deep into his life as a fan and the results are fascinating and illuminating by turn. A great study of how a TV show can inspire and motivate’
SARAH PINBOROUGH, SUNDAY TIMES NO 1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR
DAVID J HOWE is among the most respected voices in Doctor Who’s history, with over forty years of experience as a researcher, writer, and publisher. As Editorial Director of Telos Publishing, he revolutionized Doctor Who literature and won multiple awards, including the World Fantasy Award. His work spans over thirty-five Doctor Who books, countless magazine articles, and consulting roles for BBC merchandise. Beyond Who, he’s an accomplished horror fiction writer and former Chair of the British Fantasy Society. Currently, he contributes liner notes for BBC Audio’s Doctor Who releases while maintaining one of the world’s largest collections of Doctor Who merchandise.
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