Author: Jude Southerland Kessler

Jude Southerland Kessler is the leading expert on the life of John Lennon and the author of The John Lennon Series, a projected 9-volume expanded biography taking readers chronologically through John’s life. The first four volumes are Shoulda Been There, Shivering Inside, She Loves You and Should Have Known Better. With a personal Lennon library of over 300 books, Kessler undertook seven trips to Liverpool, England to interview John Lennon’s childhood friends, early band members, art college mates, and business associates before embarking on writing the series, which is told in a narrative format and heavily documented.

by Jude Southerland Kessler April 3, 2023 Comments2

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Ah, Look at All the Dear Beatle People!

For the Beatles, their fan clubs were an essential part of their fame. A new book looks at the competition and passion among them.

by Jude Southerland Kessler February 16, 2023 Comments1

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Helen Anderson: Lennon’s Mate (And That Hat)

Helen Anderson was among John Lennon’s best friends at art college. She designed one of his most iconic accessories, and has stories to tell.

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by Jude Southerland Kessler December 3, 2022 Comments4

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“Alonso Tuske Hates The Beatles”

Amidst the excitement of the Beatles’ arrival in America, one lone protestor had a different take. What does Alonso Tuske think now?

the inner light

by Jude Southerland Kessler October 28, 2022 Comments4

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The Inner Light: How India Influenced the Beatles

The Beatles flirtation with all things India ran deeper than first thought. The new book, “The Inner Light,” explores the influences.

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by Jude Southerland Kessler September 23, 2022 Comments3

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Driven! John Lennon’s Scalextric Cars

Few things gave John Lennon more pleasure than his collection of Scalextric cars, an early version of “Hot Wheels.”