The Real Life of Brian

03/05/2026

Life doesn’t always follow the "Expert" Roadmap.

When Jack was diagnosed with autism at five, we were handed a script full of "doom and gloom". We were told he’d struggle at school and that we shouldn't expect the usual milestones—even things as simple as a hug were questioned.
They were wrong.

At 20 years old, Jack has smashed every one of those expectations. He’s got his GCSEs, he passed his driving test first time, and he’s the most loving, well-mannered young man you’ll ever meet.

My third book, "Our Jack," is officially in the works for October 2026. It’s a story of defiance, hope, and the reality of the road ahead.
I want to include your voices.

If you are a parent or carer in our community and have a "win," a piece of advice, or a bit of that classic Derry banter to share, I’d love for you to be part of this project. I don't want to put anyone on the spot by asking directly, so I'm opening the door here.

Check out the full post on my journal and get in touch if you'd like to add to the story:

https://thereallifeofbrian.com/a-new-journey-an-invitation/

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02/05/2026

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30/04/2026

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28/04/2026

8:00 AM in Derry. Just me, the koi, and the pan pipes. No filters, no edits—just pure morning peace.

15/04/2026

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I am so pleased to share that our upcoming celebration has made it into the local news. Derry Now recently published a lovely feature on the book I’ve written to mark a very special occasion: my father’s 90th birthday.



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Sharing Our Story with Derry I am so pleased to share that our upcoming celebration has made it into the local news. Derry Now recently published a lovely feature on the book I’ve written to mark a very special occasion: my father’s 90th birthday. The article, "Derry author releases heartfelt bo...

15/04/2026

Just launched something very special to our family ❤️

To celebrate my father’s 90th birthday, I wrote a book in his honour — *The 18p Principle: Lessons from My Father*.

It’s a story about a life built on faith, resilience, and quiet strength… the kind of man who never needed to say much, but taught everything.

This isn’t just a book — it’s my way of saying thank you.

If you could take a moment to have a look, share, or support, it would genuinely mean the world to us.

*The 18p Principle* is available now on Amazon and at www.thereallifeofbrian.com

Thank you so much — and God bless 🙏

12/04/2026

An Amazon Best Seller for just 99p? (I wanted it to be free!)

I've slashed the eBook price of 'The Real Life of Brian' to 99p. the lowest I'm allowed to go, because I want everyone to be able to read this story. I can't drop the price of the physical books because of printing, so this is my gift back to you.
It's 50% about survival and 50% about finding the humor in those dark places (Wait until you read about the hospital wards!). Have a look at the reviews; I promise it will give you a whole new outlook on life.

Every download and review helps me get up the charts! Grab your copy for pennies!

Amazon Link: https://amzn.eu/d/015KRCse

10/04/2026

A cream egg in it (half price now) for the person who can get me to 100 followers !! PLEASE

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09/04/2026

My koi open again for the season… all welcome to visit

Watch, follow, and discover more trending content.

08/04/2026

I’m on tik tok … haven’t a clue what I’m doing

But gone follow me .. I believe that helps

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08/04/2026

The poor lad didn't see me as a joker; he must have thought I was some high-flying solicitor or a man with a direct line to the Health Board, ready to bring the whole place down with a single complaint about 'procedural aesthetics'!

https://thereallifeofbrian.com/the-day-the-nhs-took-my-derry-banter-literally/

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By Brian Campbell When people hear I’ve written a book about surviving a liver transplant, heart surgery, and years of medical isolation, they usually expect a heavy, clinical memoir. They expect a "sofa and a tissue" kind of story. But my book, The Real Life of Brian, isn't just about a patient i...