Factual Stories. Riveting Fiction.
Having lived a fairly exciting but exhausting life, the second half being blighted by Crohn’s Disease, T W Archer (Bill to family and friends) has had a few surprises to contend with along the way. Such as having a WellMan session with BUPA in 1988 (eleven years before being diagnosed with Crohn’s), when they told him he was fine and all his vitals were working perfectly, in spite of suffering a raging hangover on the day. At the time his friend Dave Rees said, “I’m not sure I can cope with another 40 years of this”…so far he’s managed another 36, but even though he retired a few years ago due to suffering triple sepsis, he couldn’t contemplate doing nothing with his life, so decided to write.
Which is why he has created a couple of books based on pure fact, and others borne out of his imagination entirely. We know that whichever genre you choose to read first, you’ll be intrigued and entertained in equal measure!
Mr Smiley Face: Adventures in the NHS and Elsewhere – A Story of Resilience, Humour, and Unyielding Spirit.
Step into the extraordinary life of a visionary entrepreneur who scaled the pinnacles of the UK’s elite marketing and advertising sectors—only to find his world turned upside down by a devastating encounter with the National Health Service. Mr Smiley Face: Adventures in the NHS and Elsewhere is a gripping narrative that fuses the drive of a corporate high-flyer with the gritty reality of a patient fighting for survival. This candid, uplifting account illuminates the power of resilience, love, and determination in the face of overwhelming odds.
about the author
TW (bill) Archer
From the 1970s through to the early 1980s, he created many successful campaigns in shoe manufacturing, engineering, camping and caravanning, insurance, before becoming heavily involved in personal computer and software industries.
He created several internet-driven initiatives designed to assist in improvement of patient-centric health information, self-management and Family Caregiver empowerment, and was directly responsible for some of the internet’s first health information libraries.
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about the book
Mr Smiley Face
For over forty years, our protagonist thrived in the upper echelons of marketing and advertising, shaping campaigns, building brands, and forging invaluable industry relationships. Then, in May 2017, his trajectory of success crashed headlong into a nightmarish struggle against triple sepsis, resulting from a shocking lapse in medical care.
This book chronicles the dramatic turning point where personal ambition meets a painfully flawed healthcare system. Over seven agonizing years of battles, setbacks, and slow recoveries, every chapter resonates with raw human emotion. The narrative weaves through corridors of indifference and administrative complexity as the author chases accountability and justice. All the while, humour and hope shine through each page, reminding us that even in our darkest hours, the human spirit is a formidable force.
Key Themes:
- Entrepreneurial Triumph: Gain insight into a remarkable career built at the heart of the UK’s marketing landscape, revealing the highs and lows of navigating a competitive industry.
- Medical Adversity: Experience first-hand the shock and challenge of facing triple sepsis, a life-altering medical emergency that derailed success in its prime.
- Unbreakable Bonds: Witness the unwavering love and support of the author’s wife, a constant source of strength and motivation throughout the ordeal.
- Humour and Humanity: Despite the gravity of the situation, the story radiates warmth, humour, and an unshakeable belief in the capacity of individuals to overcome hardship.
- Quest for Justice: Follow the relentless pursuit of accountability and answers in a system that too often values bureaucracy over compassion.
Why Read This Book?
Mr Smiley Face: Adventures in the NHS and Elsewhere is more than a memoir—it’s a testament to resilience. Whether you are drawn to compelling personal journeys, interested in the inner workings of high-level marketing, or curious about the human dimension of healthcare, this story will captivate and inspire. It offers a rare blend of industry insight, medical drama, emotional candour, and moral courage, leaving readers informed, moved, and ultimately hopeful.
Get Your Copy Today:
Prepare to be engaged, uplifted, and challenged. Mr Smiley Face: Adventures in the NHS and Elsewhere is available now. Join countless readers in discovering a journey of human endurance, courage, and the unbreakable bonds that guide us through even the most turbulent storms.
