Jason Croot
@jasoncroot.bsky.social
Bradfordian actor, filmmaker, and author of π My Ego Screwed My Acting Career, Based on a True Story, and π Bradford, Eh? β a nostalgic snapshot of '70s, '80s, β90s Bradford. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068791128
created November 12, 2024
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Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
Just received this photo βSpotted your book in a book exchange box, Bradford, Eh?, unfortunately, I didn't have a book on me to exchange, so I ended up buying a copy on Amazon, for a fiver.β π No idea who left it. Itβs out there now. Bradford, Eh? in the wild... #Bradford #nostalgia #Booksky
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much for the well wishes, I tried the butterfly effect with my first book, with Bradford, Eh? Your magical words will help make it fly. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Mount Sunflower, what a lovely name. I'm loving these quirky stories, it would be really cool to find out who took them... I really love these exchanges...
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
It was you? π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
That's a cool idea, it would be great to find the readers. I love these book exchanges they are great. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
Just received this photo βSpotted your book in a book exchange box, Bradford, Eh?, unfortunately, I didn't have a book on me to exchange, so I ended up buying a copy on Amazon, for a fiver.β π No idea who left it. Itβs out there now. Bradford, Eh? in the wild... #Bradford #nostalgia #Booksky
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
βThis isnβt a book about Bradford. Itβs a book about the moments we thought weβd never forgetβ¦ and maybe did.β π Bradford, Eh? β A love letter to a time and place we carry with us. Grab your copy here: amazon.co.uk/dp/1068791128 #BradfordEh #Bradford #Nostalgia #YorkshireBooks #Booksky
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
π Book two is out β Bradford, Eh? Bradford in the β70s, β80s & β90s β shopping, footy, pubs, clubs, music, and nights that stick with you. Iβd love for you to grab a copy of it. Read it. Remember it. #BradfordCity #Bradford #Booksky #Nostalgia #Books #Booklovers www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068791128
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
Thereβs something about Bradford β its spirit and stories β that connects everyone whoβs known it, whether youβve lived here or just passed through. So what makes a Bradfordian? bradfordian.co.uk/news/so-what... #Bradford #BradfordEh #booksky #Yorkshire #Nostalgia #70sβ80sβ90s #books
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I hope you enjoy the trip down memory lane π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
What a small world, I went to school up Heaton at St Bede's Grammar 83-86. The city, people, characters and Kerching saver strips are all in Bradford, Eh? I'd love you to read it. Pizza Margarita was the great pizza joint on Hall Ings I believe. Happy days in deed π www.amazon.co.uk/BRADFORD-EH-...
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
Thereβs something about Bradford β its spirit and stories β that connects everyone whoβs known it, whether youβve lived here or just passed through. So what makes a Bradfordian? bradfordian.co.uk/news/so-what... #Bradford #BradfordEh #booksky #Yorkshire #Nostalgia #70sβ80sβ90s #books
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
Born in the β70s. Raised in the β80s. Lived it up in the β90s. Bradford, Eh? is a trip down memory laneβmusic, match days, mad nights out & proper Yorkshire heart. With words from Tasmin Archer & Stuart McCall. Read it in a week, remember it forever. #BradfordEh #Nostalgia #Bradford #booksky #books
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks so much Paula. As a Bradfordian, I know the city doesnβt always get the credit it deserves. Iβm glad the post resonated, hopefully your friends from Bradford will enjoy Bradford, Eh? I appreciate the support. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
Born in the β70s. Raised in the β80s. Lived it up in the β90s. Bradford, Eh? is a trip down memory laneβmusic, match days, mad nights out & proper Yorkshire heart. With words from Tasmin Archer & Stuart McCall. Read it in a week, remember it forever. #BradfordEh #Nostalgia #Bradford #booksky #books
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
Bradford, Eh?, a nostalgic quick read packed with stories from the '70s, '80s, and '90s. Tasmin Archer wrote the foreword, and there's a surprise message from a true Bantams legend, Stuart McCall. Read it in a week and remember a lifetime full of memories. www.amazon.co.uk/BRADFORD-EH-...
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
π Book two is out β Bradford, Eh? A Story of Culture, Community, and Unforgettable Moments. Bradford in the β70s, β80s & β90s β shopping, footy, pubs, clubs, music, and nights that stick with you. Iβd love for you to grab a copy of it. Read it. Remember it. #Bradford #Booksky #Nostalgia #Books
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
Bradford, Eh?, a nostalgic quick read packed with stories from the '70s, '80s, and '90s. Tasmin Archer wrote the foreword, and there's a surprise message from a true Bantams legend, Stuart McCall. Read it in a week and remember a lifetime full of memories. www.amazon.co.uk/BRADFORD-EH-...
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Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
That's great to hear Sam, I hope that you enjoy the remaining chapters. Thank you.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
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Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you Sally, I hope you enjoy them, and Drew's book too. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Iβm chuffed that you like the article. There were so many memories from back in the day. I hope you enjoy Bradford, Eh? π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi Sally, it's available on .com, I've added the link below. I hope you enjoy the book. π www.amazon.com/BRADFORD-EH-...
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Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I had some cracking nights out too in Bradford in the 80s and 90s too. It's lovely to hear that you warmed to Bradfordians. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi John, thank you for letting me know. I have been cloned by the looks of things just ignore it.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm glad it brought back some happy memories for you Gary, that means a lot from one Brat'fud lad to another. It brought back happy memories for me while writing it. Andrea Dunbar is a Bradford legend, such a talent.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Lol Nick, I think you may have an inkling. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
The answer is A. Veliko Tarnovo- Bulgaria π§π¬
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
πΈ Me on setβ¦ but can you name the location? A. Veliko Tarnovo- Bulgaria π§π¬ B. Ioannina- Greece π¬π· C. Cuenca- Spain πͺπΈ (Answer in 24 hours) #OnSet #FilmTrivia #whereisthis
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
π Book two is out β Bradford, Eh? A Story of Culture, Community, and Unforgettable Moments. Bradford in the β70s, β80s & β90s β shopping, footy, pubs, clubs, music, and nights that stick with you. Iβd love for you to grab a copy of it. Read it. Remember it. #Bradford #Booksky #Nostalgia #Books
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
That's great to hear, glad you're enjoying it. It's mad how those Bradford memories come flooding back, isn't it? Appreciate you checking out Bradford, Eh? too. I hope you enjoy the rest of My Ego. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Ey up Jack, I hope your'e keeping well, I'm not sure if you know that I have another book out Bradford, Eh? Mainly about Bradford and life in the '70s-'90s. I'd love for you to read it. www.amazon.co.uk/Bradford-Eh-... All the best Jay π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Lol. I love it :) David Hockney legend, when other students mocked his Bradfordian accent, he was like. 'Ey up, before yer snigger at mi accent, try workin' on yer art.' ππ€π€£
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
We will have crossed paths no doubt, I was out pretty much every Friday and Saturday night... I had tons of jobs, either got fired or laid off. π€ I appreciate it, I hope you enjoy the read. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah, it was darn sarf :) I hope you enjoy Bradford, Eh? I appreciate you grabbing a copy π. I also hope you enjoy the read. I had many good nights out in Wibsey in the '80s and '90s. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Correct π. Tbh I can't quite remember, it was in Woodford or South Woodford I believe. π€
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
The answer is... C; Andrew Tiernan
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
πΈ Me on setβ¦ but can you name the other actor in the shot? (No peeking π β take a wild guess!) π A. Damian Lewis (Richard D. Winters β Band of Brothers) B. Simon Pegg (Shaun β Shaun of the Dead) C. Andrew Tiernan (Ephialtes β 300) #OnSet #FilmTrivia #GuessTheActor #BritishActors #CultClassics
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
The answer is B. Nice. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
They would look great in Ladyhill Park Jay. It was so hot today my shoe laces were melting, π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
Where do you think this photo was taken? A. #Cancun B. #Nice C. #Bradford
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Great answer Anthony, I'd love it to be Bradford too. You know Nice well. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Will reveal later. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Great guess, will reveal later. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
π€£π€£π€£ Great answer...
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
Where do you think this photo was taken? A. #Cancun B. #Nice C. #Bradford
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social)
π Book two is out β Bradford, Eh? Bradford in the β70s, β80s & β90s β shopping, footy, pubs, clubs, music, and nights that stick with you. Iβd love for you to grab a copy of it. Read it. Remember it. #BradfordCity #Bradford #Booksky #Nostalgia #Books #Booklovers www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068791128
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hey Thloanious, thatβs awesome, writing books is tough, so congrats on getting the two done. Keep creating my friend. π§βπ¨
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Ditto, it's great connecting with a Yorkshire lass and actor. I love that jumper too, I asked the director if I could have it after filming and he said yes, or rather, "Oui pas de problΓ¨me." π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thatβs so kind of you. Thank you. Iβm very happy to be included on your Kindle list. And glad the Valley Parade line made you smile. π Still one of my proudest moments.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Fantastic, love it! Thank you for sharing. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hey Sarah, you are a creative my type of person. π§βπ¨ π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you, I really appreciate it. I hope you enjoy the read. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the well wishes and feedback. I hope you can read the complete book one day. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Totally agree. It was my first Caine book, I simply love that one.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Sounds like a wise bookseller. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Good question. Iβm still feeling them out, to be honest, each one hits differently depending on the day, or mood. How about you? Any of them catch your eye?
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Fantastic actor, very good writer, most of his books are pretty good too. Thank you for the well wishes. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm very happy to have made it on your TBR lists. No rush, I fully understand life gets busy. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much. βΊοΈ
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks so much, great to hear itβs made it onto your TBR. I appreciate you watching the videos as well. Iβd love to hear your thoughts once youβve read it. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks so much! Itβs great to connect with someone who teaches memoir writing. Iβm happy that the book caught your interest and, yes, solidarity in the book-buying addiction department π. Iβd love to hear what you think when you get a chance to read it. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Great article Katie. I really connected with it, having battled with depression all my life, and being a Bradford City fan. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I completely get that. Itβs actually what led me to write My Ego Screwed My Acting Career. Itβs mad how long we can be stuck without realising itβs our own ego holding us back. Hope your cousin gets the breakthrough heβs been working for. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
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Thank you π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi Sandra, I couldnβt agree more, we all must learn from lessons of the past. Good or not so good. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi Shanna Lee, thank you so much, yes it is available in the US. I messed up and looking back I can see it clearly now. I appreciate your support and hope you enjoy the read. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi Jane, not atm. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Hi, yes it is. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks so much, Annie I truly appreciate the support. I hope you enjoy the read. Always open to candid thoughts. Thanks once again.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Totally understand, Diana I think we all have that ever growing pile. I really appreciate you marking it down, and if you ever do get to it, Iβd love to hear what you think. Thanks again for the kind words. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I totally get that feeling. But Iβve come to believe that sometimes the right book reaches the right person at just the right moment. This one seems to be finding its way, slowly. Really appreciate your kind words, and hereβs to your books getting noticed too. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you, Diana I really appreciate that, especially coming from someone with experience in both acting and psychotherapy. Iβve tried to approach the book with honesty and openness, so it means a lot that you picked up on that. Iβd love to hear your thoughts if you get the chance to read it. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Cheers, John I appreciate the support. I hope you enjoy the read. π©΅
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
It is indeed Sher :) P.S. There is a chapter in my book about The Death of Love, that I would love for you to read. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
It is indeed Sher :)
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much Cea, I really appreciate it. I hope that you enjoy the read. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
It's now on Kindle www.amazon.com/MY-EGO-SCREW... I hope you enjoy it. π I appreciate your support. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you, here is the link for the U.S www.amazon.com/MY-EGO-SCREW... I hope you enjoy it. smile π I appreciate your support. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much Tarri, I really appreciate it. I hope that you enjoy the read. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you, CandaceGT, I appreciate the support. I hope you enjoy the read. π©΅
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you, Rosanna, I appreciate the support. I hope you enjoy the read. π©΅
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
That's great that it did. Thank you so much Rose, I hope that you enjoy the read. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much Annette, I really appreciate, your post. It's very kind of you. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
Ever watched your biggest dreams unravel right in front of you? My Ego Screwed My Acting Career β the raw, unpolished truth about how I lost it all... and what I never saw coming. Available on Amazon. www.amazon.com/MY-EGO-SCREW... #book #memoir #autobiography #WritingCommunity
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I didnβt know where to start, I went with Ade Edmondson's Berserker, It's a fab read. I hope you read the lot because it includes mine. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm pretty sure it works, hopefully he will treat you when it does. :)
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
π I appreciate that, I hope you will enjoy it. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you for checking it out π.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
All the best with your book too. π
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Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm speechless. πππ€£
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much, Linda, Iβm sure that I wouldnβt be bored. I will certainly check out your recommendation; it sounds very interesting.
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you Justin. Many good ones indeed. π
Jason Croot (@jasoncroot.bsky.social) reposted
Eleven years ago, I played a failed writer in a feature film. I have now released my first book, a life-long ambition. www.amazon.co.uk/MY-EGO-SCREW... I'm hoping the real writer does better than the character. π€ #Writingcommunity #Booksky #memoir #books #booklover