Author Archives: Adam

The Westerman Seminar February 2012

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Adam

It that time of the year again and the 2nd Westerman Seminar is due very soon. Here is a letter I received from Nigel Gossop who does a lot of hard work putting the day together. How time has flown … Continue reading →

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Upgrade of bookmatching service

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Adam

Here at Stella and Rose’s Books we have been working hard on a new internal system, one major change in the upgrade is the way we match our stock against any recorded book interests we have on file for our … Continue reading →

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Looking for a Present? How about a Signed Book – From £3.75

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Adam

Thinking of buying a book, for yourself, or as a gift? Why not consider a 1st edition? Isn’t that expensive? – Not necessarily. Why not consider a signed 1st edition? – Far too expensive surely? See for yourself. Doug Nye … Continue reading →

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The Highway Code

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Adam

Well they say you learn something new everyday – well today I learned that the highway code dates back to at least 1930. As I found on the shelf “The Highway Code” first published in 1931 – This edition 1932.  … Continue reading →

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Fungi Photo on Newsletter

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Adam

We received some interesting information from a very informative customer about the fungi photo which we featured in our recent newsletter. Here it is: the fungi on your newsletter is Shaggy Ink Cap, as it ages the gills exude a … Continue reading →

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W.E. Johns or Percy F. Westerman Fans

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Adam

Here are a couple of upcoming events for fans of these authors. Wareham is to celebrates the life and times of local children’s adventure book writer and founder of Redclyffe Yacht Club, Percy F Westerman with a weekend of events … Continue reading →

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End of Blue Peter Annual

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Adam

After more than 40 years there will be no more Blue Peter Annuals it was announced this week. The first Blue Peter Annual appeared in 1964 and is now highly prized among collectors. Although all annuals since are much more … Continue reading →

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Followers of Rupert – Annual Meeting

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Adam

Followers Of Rupert – Annual Meeting The Followers Of Rupert Annual Meeting is to be held on Saturday 27th August at Warwick Boys School. The event is open to Followers only and is a huge Rupert-festival of talks, stalls, fun … Continue reading →

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Steam and Vintage Rally – Hay-On-Wye

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Adam

Sunday 14 August Boatside Farm, Hay-on-Wye  Powys HR3 5RS This Rally includes all types of vintage exhibits from the large steam engines to the smaller stationary ones.There will be a demonstration of steam ploughing and a spectacular main event. Open … Continue reading →

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Cream Tea At Tintern Station

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Adam

I have just returned from a wonderful 45 mins at Tintern Station. It was a working trip but one of the best that I have ever done. The sun was shining and there was a lovely relaxed atmosphere perfect place … Continue reading →

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