Any vintage children’s book collector will have undoubtedly been on a hunt for books by the exceptional storyteller Ruth Krauss. “Everything Under a Mushroom” showcases Krauss’ wordplay and ability to […]
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Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone – Sister Illustrators
Hunting for vintage books is a thrill because you never know what books you will unearth, like the delicate images and whimsical style of Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone. Each […]
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Books to spread joy and cheer
“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.” – The Hobbit Breathing in the brisk air, the smell of […]
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‘The Night Before Christmas’ illustrated by Gyo Fujikawa
Every year I share this book, and it’s the most highly requested for a look inside.If you have been following Secret Society Of Books for a while, you know my […]
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Maurice Sendak: Beyond the Wild Things
Like most people, my first introduction to Maurice Sendak was through the picture book Where The Wild Things Are. I was immediately smitten from storyline to the exquisite use of […]
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An Interview with Laguna Vintage
It only takes one visit to know you have stumbled upon not just something, but someone special. I wanted to know more about the woman with the exquisite eye for […]
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