In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono
by Madeline Bocaro
WEBSITE: inyourmindbook.com
https://linktr.ee/conceptualbooks
Acclaimed by Ono’s colleagues and friends
On several Best Music Books lists and Gift Guides
Recommended by Olivia Harrison
Praised by Mojo and Goldmine
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The true story of the woman John Lennon loved.
A complete look at Yoko Ono’s life, art, music and films in astounding detail.
Includes the love story of John and Yoko, and all the work they did together.
558 pages.
HARD COVER books, signed by the author
only available HERE
Soft Cover books: Amazon worldwide &
Social media:
https://linktr.ee/conceptualbooks
Contact: conceptualbooks@icloud.com
NOW IN THE ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES!
REVIEWS:
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A FAN & SUPPORTER OF MY BOOK!
Joe Elliott of Def Leppard
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ALL INTERVIEW LINKS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1-A0cRy145MDZa_OVZYIaQN_xQOzMF69
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John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Artistic Bond – with Madeline Bocaro & Dan Richter
Talk More Talk: A Solo Beatles Videocast
WATCH: – 1 hr. 40 mins.
Episode 146
“I want to thank Madeline for what she’s done. Yoko is one of the most amazing humans who ever lived.
Madeline not only understands her, but she’s gotten deep into the soul of Yoko, which is very, very important.
Yoko really wants the world to be a better place. She wants people to be OK and to love each other. Madeline has really helped to communicate that, and I’m very grateful…
I just love Yoko. She’s such a magical being. There’s nobody like her.”
⁃ Dan Richter, assistant to John & Yoko / Talk More Talk podcast / March 6, 2025
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My interview on Beatles News Briefs podcast
Including an interesting interview with Yoko!
Insights from author Madeline Bocaro (In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono) plus a revealing interview with Yoko Ono herself from Oct. 1987, in which she talks about meeting John Lennon, the Beatles’ breakup (and chances of a reunion), makingDouble Fantasy and tour plans which didn’t happen.
Episode #96
On YouTube:
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A GREAT INTERVIEW about the book:
In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono
Yoko Ono at 92: Art, Activism & Legacy with Author Madeline Bocaro
LISTEN: 25 mins.
https://www.christyalexanderhallberg.com/rockislitpodcast/madelinebocaroandyokoono
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“Madeline Bocaro’s book may be the last word on Yoko Ono. Detailed, driven, and equally passionate about the art and life of Yoko. Of course, it goes into the John and Yoko world, but more importantly, it focuses on Ono’s art and music, with tons of information on her Fluxus years, as well as Yoko’s roots in Japanese Avant-Garde art. Yoko Ono herself is fascinating, but Bocaro’s approach to this artist’s work is a must-read.”
– Tosh Berman, author of TOSH: Growing Up in Wallace Berman’s World.
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“Very beautiful. You capture her spirit and vision. You tell her story so well and it’s very important that someone does. Yoko spent so much of her life being misunderstood and misrepresented. She is such a special person and artist. The world needs the record you are creating. I am amazed not only by how much you know about Yoko, but also how well you write about it. Thank you for what you are doing. It’s wonderful to see Yoko and her art celebrated.”
– Dan Richter, friend & assistant to John & Yoko
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An introductory chat with Billy Amendola – full interview coming soon!
Billy’s Bubble (Yoko / Madeline)
WATCH: 11 min.
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“Great insights into this amazing creator. It’s informative and humorous. I am learning much more about Yoko.”
– Jaeme Grosvenor
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Thanks to Andrew Male at MOJO for recommending my new Yoko Ono biography in his piece on Yoko’s music.
How To Buy… Yoko Ono – “The first punk rock girl singer ever.” April, 2023
Read in MOJO: https://apple.news/AbgnkpN0aRZidrLpMkybt9Q
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An interview.
Thanks to John Dobrydnio
& Raul Madblud…
WATCH: 45 mins.
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“You make your idol come alive. You write so skillfully and emotionally.”
– Cherry Vanilla
Best Classic Bands
BEST MUSIC BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2022!!
It’s an honor to be listed with Pattie Boyd!!
Here we are with our books!
https://bestclassicbands.com/2022-best-music-books-11-27-22/
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A great review in Goldmine: Best Beatles-related releases of 2022!
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Thanks to OLIVIA HARRISON for recommending my book on Instagram!
At The Fest for Beatles Fans April / May 2023
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Honorable Mention on the
Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2022 Albums, Books, Movies + More
https://somethingelsereviews.com/2022/12/13/beatles-gift-guide-2022/
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On Mazzy’s Music Books Gift Guide 2022!!
“An enthralling work. I’m blown away by the depth and breadth of your knowledge, and your elegant presentation. I love Yoko even more!”
– Mike Mitchell
“I am mesmerized by the spirit of Yoko rising from the pages – so intimate, it feels as if I am in her presence. I feel as if Yoko is talking to me personally. Your writing reaches the depths of Yoko’s soul.”
– Robert Loney
“This is a doctoral dissertation on Yoko. You beautifully explain the myriad of facets that she shows the world… if our hearts and minds are receptive.I love your many insights. This speaks to me: “Yoko is like a polished gemstone – radiating after years of abrasion.”
– Corinne Phillipedes
“You have created a paradise for those of us needing Yoko’s wisdom in our own lives…
The afterword should be cherished by the world!”
– Dorothy Sherman
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PROMOTIONAL MEDIA:
Online Interview:
The Table Read
The Best Entertainment and Creativity Magazine in the UK
Read the full interview here:
EVENTS:
BOOK TALK
Bryant Library – Roslyn, NY (3/5/23)
Author Madeline Bocaro speaks
In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono.
WATCH: (60 mins)
BOOK TALK
Englewood Public Library
WATCH: 60 mins.
RADIO & PODCAST INTERVIEWS WITH THE AUTHOR:
YOKO ONO’S PREMONITIONS (with Madeline Bocaro)
Ken Michaels Radio
33 minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vrrjCOk4yE
RANKING THE BEATLES
Discussing In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono
AND the song ‘All Together Now’
A wonderful talk with Yoko’s long-time friend Dan Richter and Madeline Bocaro
Episode 385 of Things We Said Today: Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren Devivo celebrate Yoko Ono’s 90th birthday (February 18) with a discussion about her life and work with Dan Richter, the actor, author and longtime assistant to John and Yoko, and Madeline Bocaro, the author of the important new Yoko biography, In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono.
Watch: 120 mins.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=177VFkC1oC4
In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono, published by Conceptual Books. Madeline Bocaro is interviewed by Pat Thomas, author of the biography,
Did It – Jerry Rubin, An American Revolutionary.
Watch: 35 mins.
Soundwave Radio Six International (Glasgow)
With John Cavanaugh
LISTEN: 50 minutes with Yoko songs…
Dennis Mitchell’s Breakfast with the Beatles
February 2023
Listen: 20 mins.
www.beatlesradioshow.com/listen
Interview with author Madeline Bocaro.
Listen as we share our admiration for Yoko on the occasion of her 90th birthday. Be sure to get Madeline’s excellent book
In Your Mind: The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono
Something Came from Baltimore:
INTERVIEW ABOUT YOKO’S SONGS
Listen (30 mins).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgtAPRu7Qm0
Talk More Talk – A Solo Beatles Videocast
To mark Yoko Ono’s 90th birthday, we take a look at her impressive impact on art and music, and of course her influence on John Lennon’s life. Madeline Bocaro, author of “In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono,” joins us for this special episode. Hosted by Kit O’Toole, Tom Hunyady, Ken Michaels and Joe Mayo.
Watch: 90 minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43cAhuNLK0Y
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An interesting interview ABOUT PAUL AND YOKO
2Legs: Episode 196: Paul and Yoko
A Paul McCartney Podcast | a podcast by Tom Hunyady & Andy Nicholes
In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono
Watch: 80 mins
https://2legspodcast.podbean.com/
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Get Back To The Beatles podcast
Join Chachi Loprete and Beatles professor at Suffolk University David Gallant with special guest Madeline Bocaro, the author of a fascinating book about Yoko Ono’s life and work, In Your Mind: The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono
Listen: 40 minutes
https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/get-back-to-the/yoko-ono-biographer-madeline?eid=IvLVkQnbgjdwO2dL
FaB GaB
Watch a great discussion of our favorite Yoko songs. Celebrating Yoko’s 90th birthday with Joe Mayo, Tom Hunyady, Ken Michaels and Madeline Bocaro, author of In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono .
Favorite Yoko Ono Songs (w/Madeline Bocaro) | FaB GaB! Ep.36
Watch: 80 mins.
Thanks to Eric Alper for speaking with me about my book on his popular podcast,
That Eric Alper’s Show on @SXMCanadaTalks
LISTEN: (15 mins)
https://inyourmindbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/SiriusXM-Eric-Alper.mp3
Thanks to Jack Lawless for a wonderful interview on his podcast,
Here There and Everywhere…
LISTEN: (30 minutes)
APPLE
SPOTIFY
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7f106cmTgM6bizCjRDmoEk?si=8TXQdz02S-q9jVfMb13c4w
When They Was Fab: Book Talk
About Japanese influence on the life and work of Yoko Ono and John Lennon.
Free Listening on Podbean App
60 minutes
https://www.podbean.com/ei/pb-gffvi-12ecf5f
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Tomorrow Never Knows
PODCAST
Interview with Madeline by Warren Brown, The Bulldog &
Ivor Davis (journalist on the Beatles’ first tour of America).
48 minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjKZvpkOkYI
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Things We Said Today podcast
with Ken Michaels, Darren DeVivo and Allan Kozinn
A Talk With Madeline Bocaro about her new Yoko Ono book.
90 minutes
Dennis Mitchell interview:
13 minutes.
Let It Roll interview:
55 minutes
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Interview with Joe Mayo (MeanMrMayo) on YouTube
Thanks to Joe and Robert Schmidt for the lovely discussion.
36 minutes
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Rock n Roll Grad School #76- Celebrating the ‘Infinite Mind’ of Yoko Ono w/ Author Madeline Bocaro
on Apple Podcasts
25 minutes
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INTERVIEWS AND REVIEWS IN PRINT:
A wonderful new review!
New book about Yoko Ono reveals her genius, gravitas, and greatness
The Patch, New York City:
https://patch.com/new-york/new-york-city/new-book-yoko-ono-reveals-her-genius-gravitas-greatness
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CultureSonar:
Author Madeline Bocaro has just released an intriguing new book, In Your Mind: The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono.
https://www.culturesonar.com/in-your-mind-a-deeper-look-at-yoko-ono/
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Book Q&As with Deborah Kalb – Madeline Bocaro
Yoko Ono’s Life & Work Explored in Comprehensive New Book—
Author Interview | Best Classic Bands
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Three Questions:
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Book Review: BeatleFan June 2022
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FROG PIECE
PRESS PLAY!
With renowned Beatles author & historian Mark Lewisohn:
