This book marked John Lennon's debut as a published author, establishing his reputation beyond music. Lennon's writing style in'In His Own Write' was notably influenced by literary figures such as Lewis Carroll and humorists like Spike Milligan.
The book features an introduction penned by fellow Beatle, Paul McCartney. John Lennon once commented that he'always set out to write children's book, but they'd turn out to be not for children' when referring to his literary endeavors. Lennon collaborated with Paul McCartney on at least one piece in the collection, titled'On Safairy with Whide Hunter'.