Publications

Sun, Fun and Bungaroosh

This is a treat of a book – a collection of prayers dedicated to the people of Brighton and Hove, as colourful, creative, and kind as the city they celebrate, and beautifully illustrated. At a time when the world often seems more divided and dangerous than ever, Anthea Ballam’s words offer heart and humour in equal measure – along with much-needed warmth, comfort and compassion.
Caroline Lucas

An exquisitely illustrated, motley collection of readings, poems and prayers dedicated to the people of Brighton and Hove. Sun, Fun and Bungaroosh covers such themes as The City and its wild history as well as Prayers for a Laugh and chapters dedicated to The Sea, Sun and Moon, People and Peace.

The book is intended to make one smile, and maybe feel a little sad as well. Some readings were written for local figures like The Mayor of Brighton and Hove, and the MP for Hove Peter Kyle. One favoured funeral reading was read by Caroline Lucas MP at the Memorial Service for the 500 people that died in the City during the Pandemic. All content is written by Anthea. The book is designed by Sue Smallwood, graphic and book designer extraordinaire.

Created for believers and non-believers alike, the book captures the spirit of the City of Brighton and Hove in word and image. It will be launched on November 10th, 2025. The book is available from City Books, 23 Western Road Hove BN3 1AF in person or on-line.

The Artist and the Fool is a novel written by Anthea during the pandemic and is currently available on Amazon Kindle.

Moving Prayers and Quiet Meditations is a small prayer-book priced at £9.50 including post and packing, available directly from Anthea, via her email: anthea@minister.com

Words for Funerals is currently out of print.

Mayflower: The Voyage that Changed the World was written jointly by Anthea and her sister Julia Briggs (Ballam). It was published in July 2003.

Please note that all the readings in Words for Funerals are available for free on the website Funeral Readings, where over 100 readings can be instantly accessed.