Brian Campbell is a digital community pioneer and author based in Derry. In 2006, he was honored at the inaugural IFA Community Awards by Colin Murray and Neil Lennon for founding the first ever Irish League forums an initiative that gave a digital voice to football fans long before social media became a household name.Today, Brian continues his work as the founder and administrator of the "Irish League Fans" Facebook community, which has grown to over 17,000 active members. His transition from community leader to author comes after a grueling five year battle with life threatening medical conditions.His debut book, "The Real Life of Brian," is a testimony to that crisis a story of endurance, the vital importance of human connection, and the famous "Derry banter" that kept his spirit alive. The work has been praised by respected figures, including Pat Ramsey and Liam Beckett MBE, who described it as a "really good personal account" and a "compelling read".