Alton Douglas is probably best known as the author of several best-selling books and for the three years he was quizmaster and co-writer of the top-rated BBC Midlands TV series “KNOW YOUR PLACE.” However, he has also been a TV and radio character actor, professional comedian, showbiz/jazz book and record reviewer, TV & radio commercial voice-over artist, 5th Royal Inniskilling Dragoon Guards trombonist and the voice behind several cartoons and children’s toys etc. Alton was also the archives and stills consultant for the centenary video, “Made in Birmingham.” This website aims to introduce you to the wide of range of books which he now produces, including some for children and to share his many memories of working in the entertainment world and growing up and living in Birmingham, a place so special to many people. Alton’s wife Jo plays a very important part in all the activities of the business and together they have designed this site to be as user-friendly as possible..
