Stuart Maconie Books in Order
Stuart Maconie is a prolific media personality, known for his captivating storytelling and witty commentary. As the UK’s best-selling travel writer of non-TV tie-in books, he has carved a unique niche for himself. His work has drawn comparisons to literary greats like Bill Bryson, Alan Bennett, and John Peel, with The Times hailing him as a 'National Treasure'. Maconie co-hosts the popular Radcliffe and Maconie Show on BBC Radio 2 and The Freak Zone on 6Music, showcasing his versatility as a presenter. He has also written and presented numerous shows across various BBC Radio platforms and presented TV shows like On Trial, Stuart Maconie’s TV Towns, and The Cinema Show. As an actor, he has made memorable appearances in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, and I love the 1970s and I love the 1980s. Maconie's notable books include Pies and Prejudice, the official biographies of Blur and James, and he has received numerous accolades, including GQ Man of the Year and Sony Awards Radio Broadcaster of the Year.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Stuart Maconie
- #1AmazonBlur: 3862 Days: The Official Story(1999)
- #2AmazonFolklore: The Official History of James(2000)
- #3AmazonCider With Roadies(2004)
- #4AmazonPies and Prejudice: In Search of the North(2007)
- #5AmazonAdventures on the High Teas: In Search of Middle England(2009)
- #6AmazonHope& Glory: The Days That Made Britain(2011)
- #7AmazonNever Mind the Quantocks(2012)
- #8AmazonThe People's Songs: The Story of Modern Britain in 50 Records(2013)
- #9AmazonThe Pie at Night: In Search of the North at Play(2015)
- #10AmazonLong Road from Jarrow: A Journey Through Britain Then and Now(2017)
- #11AmazonThe Nanny State Made Me: A Story of Britain and How to Save It(2020)
- #12AmazonThe Full English: A Journey in Search of a Country and Its People(2023)
- #13AmazonOn Nature: Ramblings on the British Countryside(2011)
- #14AmazonOne for the Road: An Anthology of Pubs and Poetry(2017)
- #15AmazonCommon People(2019)
About Stuart Maconie
Stuart Maconie is a prolific media personality, known for his captivating storytelling and witty commentary. As the UK’s best-selling travel writer of non-TV tie-in books, he has carved a unique niche for himself. His work has drawn comparisons to literary greats like Bill Bryson, Alan Bennett, and John Peel, with The Times hailing him as a 'National Treasure'. Maconie co-hosts the popular Radcliffe and Maconie Show on BBC Radio 2 and The Freak Zone on 6Music, showcasing his versatility as a presenter. He has also written and presented numerous shows across various BBC Radio platforms and presented TV shows like On Trial, Stuart Maconie’s TV Towns, and The Cinema Show. As an actor, he has made memorable appearances in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, and I love the 1970s and I love the 1980s. Maconie's notable books include Pies and Prejudice, the official biographies of Blur and James, and he has received numerous accolades, including GQ Man of the Year and Sony Awards Radio Broadcaster of the Year.
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