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The Voice Inside

By: John Farnham, Poppy Stockell
Narrated by: Gaynor Wheatley, Jill Farnham, John Farnham
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 WINNER OF THE 2025 ABIA BOOK OF THE YEAR
WINNER OF THE 2025 ABIA AUDIOBOOK OF THE YEAR
WINNER OF THE 2025 ABIA BIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR

At last, the unflinching and unforgettable memoir of music and life from the much-loved Australian legend. The Voice, in his own voice.

Growing up in London and Melbourne, music was always part of John Farnham's world. But the young John never dreamed of what was to come. Pop stardom in the 1960s. The release of Whispering Jack, the critically acclaimed and highest-selling Australian album of all time. A decades-long touring career. Twenty-one ARIA awards. Australian of the Year. The list of accolades and achievements is long - so, at first glance, the John Farnham story is one filled with remarkable highs.

It is, however, so much more than that. It is the story of the resilience John found as his stellar career stalled, record companies turned their backs, and he faced financial ruin. John has never shown how hard he fell and how difficult it was to stay true to himself in an industry that can be ruthless. It is the story of family, friendship and finding your voice.

Throughout a lifetime filled with the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, John has remained steadfast, never losing his unique musical talent, creative strength nor his powerful ability to make human connections through his music. After his devastating cancer diagnosis and far too many goodbyes, John is now telling his story, his way.

The Voice Inside is like sitting down with an old friend sharing stories that are both deeply personal and wildly entertaining. Written alongside award-winning filmmaker Poppy Stockell, this is a captivating and powerfully honest insight into the man whose music is the soundtrack to so many of our lives. Entertainment & Celebrities Heartfelt Inspiring
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Enjoyed every minute of this book. John is honest, funny and so normal. I really identified with his life having grown up in nearby Springvale and the eastern suburbs. His reminisces about his mum and dad and extended family were beautiful. So happy to hear of his normal, happy childhood and growing up with so much love and support. John’s little giggles throughout the book were fantastic and you really feel as though you are his best friend and confidante. What a magnificent life, ups and downs yes but always that sense of humour that we all love. Thanks for sharing your life with us John, our lives were so much happier with you and your magnificent voice in it.

Fantastic listen

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Just loved hearing about John and Jill's life. I have loved John's music since I was a child.

John's truth

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I've just finished this. I highly recommend listening to this book as it is read by John himself with the addition of Jill his wife.
What a man, what a legend, what a life. How lucky are we all to have enjoyed his magic and for Australia to call him one of us.

Legend in so many ways.

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So very special to listen to your story John Farnham You have been through so much. Thankyou for sharing your story you are the nicest performer with a gentle humble caring heart. I wish you more & more comfort each day as you recover. I have been to many of your concerts I am so lucky to have seen you perform live. My thoughts and prayers will be forever with you..Thankyou John Farnham kind regards Sandra your biggest fan 🙏❤️

John Farnham amazing, kind ,caring, humble person you are with no doubts the best singer and performer ever.

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The honesty, humour and informative account of Australian history and a humble achiever…. Just fabulous!

Honesty and authenticity

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