First published in 1985 and out of print for many years, this is one of the most extraordinary books about Pop ever produced. Recently reprinted by Faber, I am not sure why Fred's wife Judy's name has been removed from the credits. It consists mainly of letters written by fans to each other and to their pop heroes, documenting the obsessiveness of true Pop devotion. In some cases the actual handwritten letters are reproduced. My favourite so far is the girl who says that if the nuclear alarm was sounded her first thought would be: "Is Boy George alright?"
Many of the letters are deeply pornographic - I was concerned that anyone might be reading over my shoulder on the tube! The Barry Manilow fans in particular have absolutely filthy minds.
Anyone else read it?