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The Quizmaster

From Life on the Streets to a Global Quizzing Sensation

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The Quizmaster

By: Jay Flynn
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THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY OF QUIZZING SENSATION JAY FLYNN: NOW A SUNDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLER!

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Jay Flynn was down on his luck when the Covid pandemic struck. He had just lost the tenancy of the pub he ran in Lancashire - and with it the loyal community of locals who loved his quirky weekly quiz.

As the world closed down, he sensed the quiz could now be a lifeline both for him and the locals - so he sent them invites to an online version. But he had forgotten to mark the event 'private', and on the night, a disbelieving Jay played quizmaster to half a million teams, from Kenya to Canada, New Zealand to the Ukraine. This was to be the start of a global online quiz sensation, earning more than £1 million for charity and Jay an MBE, as well as his own slot on Zoe Ball's BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

It was all the more incredible because, as a lost and troubled young man, Jay had spent two years homeless, sleeping on a bench on the Embankment in London, almost taking his own life. Rescued by a homeless charity, he'd learnt how a simple community can save lives. It proved a priceless lesson.

Now, in his inspiring memoir, Jay shows how, sometimes, you can find the answers you're seeking in the most unexpected places.

©2024 Jay Flynn (P)2024 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
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I heard about your book on Zoe balls show I brought it and have been listening on audio all the way to Cape Verde and just finished it sat by the pool , it was amazing, humbling and the courage shown was incredible I wish you every happiness in whatever you do next . Enjoy your family they grow up to quickly. Thank you

The amazing courage and kindness to others

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to hear how someone survived under such adversely. and came out the other end smiling.

the honesty.

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Well read, good story, which I had no idea about. Would make an excellent film. Worth a read. 👍

Good entertaining listen

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The story was told brilliantly - honest, modest, reflective and captivating! What an inspirational person who we could all learn so much from.

Inspirational story

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Jays story relates to how we can all be less judgemental, more caring, and when life gets tough, tomorrow our worlds can change for the better.

Complete honesty and inspiration.

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