Background
Wakeman, John was born on September 29, 1928 in London. Son of Frederick and Edith (Mayo) Wakeman.
Wakeman, John was born on September 29, 1928 in London. Son of Frederick and Edith (Mayo) Wakeman.
Bachelor with first class honors, University East Anglia, England, 1989.
Librarian various public libraries, London, 1946-1957. Acting director public relations Brooklyn Public Library, 1957-1959. Editor Wilson Library Bulletin, New York City, 1959-1961.
Freelance writer London, 1962-1965. Freelance editor, writer Norwich, England, since 1965. Co-founder, co-editor The Rialto, since 1984.
Served as corporal Royal Air Force, 1947-1949.
Married Hilary Paulett, March 15, 1957. Children: Harry, Matthew, Tully, Theo, Rhiannon.