Down & Dirty - The Book of The Times Rugby League Blog
You're reading and contributing splendidly to this blog. The impact is such that I bring news of the book of The Times Rugby League Blog, which has been capturing the imagination of fans and followers of The Greatest Game across the globe. Down & Dirty, A Rugby League Blogging Year will be published at the end of October by YFP Publishing, in association with The co-operative, sponsors of the National Leagues and summer Conference. It will feature the best of the blog entries, features and your comments (Numptyboy, Harry Sunderland, etc. we like your style) - plus a lot more as the story of the 2008 season unfolds. The front cover (above) is subject to change to best reflect the year - Dwain Chambers scoring his debut hat-trick, perhaps. Buy now and you'll not only get Down & Dirty at a discounted price, but your name included in a list of subscribers at the front of the book. See here for full details ... and keep those comments coming!
Er, I think they're referring to followers of the game in different parts of the world - the article does not refer to the greatest game around the globe, as you write Stu. You've misread the article. But never mind, you're probably Australian and cant read very well...
Posted by: Syd Weaver | 30 Jul 2008 14:11:48
'the greatest game around the globe'....your kiddin, australia is considered the leader in the game yet it can only capture interest in 2 states, same i guess with nth england. you will gain more credibility by being truthful.
Posted by: stu | 30 Jul 2008 09:47:27
Done... ordered. Couldn't help myself.
Posted by: copa | 14 Apr 2008 12:08:17
Sign me up, I'm a big fans of this blog. Can't wait to read the book. Good idea from The Times, which appears to be setting the standards in rugby league. One in the eye for Stephen Jones, too. Bet he won't buy the book, even though he'll probably feature heavily in it.
Posted by: Duplex300 | 8 Apr 2008 11:54:54
The Times getting serious about rugby league, crikey that's a thing and I for one will support this venture and excellent blog.
I've been on to the publishers website and it's easy to order. Looking forward to it.
Posted by: Sam Sung | 4 Apr 2008 20:10:26
I'll buy buying it when it comes out. Excellent news. More league coverage the better and if this doesn't guarantee me a mention in the book, I'll give Dwain Chambers a run for his money.
Posted by: Smitty | 3 Apr 2008 14:38:47
Mr 13 do you buy The Times newspaper at all ? I do and Christopher Irvine gets quite a lot in the paper, there's this excellent blog and now a book. That's not bad, is it ?
Blimey.
Posted by: Tim Fowler | 3 Apr 2008 14:09:09
Not sure about this. I would prefer to see RL in The Times newspaper, not in a book which sounds like it will be full of comments and articles that are already online here.
Posted by: Th1rteen | 3 Apr 2008 13:08:00
Hi Jay, the best way to get in the book I'd say is to be funny, witty, erudite, controversial, down and dirty, pithy and THE MAN! You're looking at him, chum. Beat That! UP THE BLOG BOOK!!!!!
Posted by: Numptyboy | 2 Apr 2008 22:04:27
What's the best way to get a quote in the new book? Change my name to something witty and spout something controversial off?
Posted by: Jay | 2 Apr 2008 21:06:52
Wow cool dudes sounds awesome groovy I'll get one now yeah baby Rugby League man is the one for me shake it shake it I wanna be the man
stay cool Timmy x
Posted by: Timothy leary | 2 Apr 2008 19:21:35
Interesting - did the publishers approach you or was it your idea, Chris?
Posted by: John | 2 Apr 2008 17:59:29
More good news from the blog that excels. Good luck with the book. I'll look out for it. May even buy it beforehand if I'm going to get my name in it. Nice touch.
Posted by: Grant | 2 Apr 2008 16:05:34
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Posted by: mawlcum | 2 Apr 2008 14:35:48
I hope you give Stephen Jones a signed copy.
Posted by: David | 2 Apr 2008 14:05:15
eee alreet
sounds great does tha tek cash! they waynt let ma ave one of them credit card thingys
Posted by: harry Sunderland | 2 Apr 2008 14:00:16
A book for little old RL?
Those union chappies WILL be getting jealous LOL
Great work Chris for showing that there IS a classier side to rugby rather than the kick and clap variety
Posted by: heywood jablowme | 2 Apr 2008 10:42:39
Copa you are such a cynic. Great news this and I'll be getting my copy because i love getting down and dirty, so to speak.Like the thought too of getting my name in a book, that'll be a first. Nice one Chris and keep up the great blog work.
Posted by: Frank Fish | 2 Apr 2008 10:01:16
Wow! Pages and pages of English fans complaining about everything under the sun.
Posted by: copa | 2 Apr 2008 06:45:40
What a great development and what a great idea for a book. I'm also flattered Chris that you like my comments. WOW! This blog has been the best media development in rugby league terms for years. It's fantastic and I'm sure the book will be just as good. Can't wait. Will place my order now.
Thanks and good luck with Down and Dirty - great title!
Posted by: Numptyboy | 2 Apr 2008 00:58:50
Just ordered mine, looking forward to it!
Posted by: Chris Harrison | 2 Apr 2008 00:51:34