Well... a new catalogue is on its way - with some great looking additions.
I especially like the look of the new chapter books - idea for those new readers! An individual Monster Story in each book - what a great idea!
See the new catalogue here
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Showing posts with label barefoot books. Show all posts
Thursday, 5 May 2011
New Catalogue from Barefoot Books
Well... a new catalogue is on its way - with some great looking additions.
I especially like the look of the new chapter books - idea for those new readers! An individual Monster Story in each book - what a great idea!
See the new catalogue here
Thursday, 2 December 2010
December Newsletter
Stuck in the house and looking for things to keep the children amused? Have a look at the
Barefoot Books website where you'll find some great Children's Crafts and Activities to keep them
entertained. There are animated videos, and also Podcasts which can be found by clicking on this link.
This Month's Review:
The Gift - A book to re-energise your life
By Bel Mooney (published in the Daily Mail Sunday 13th November)
Have you ever wondered if fate is waiting to send a message? It happened to me in 2004, at a
painful time of transition, when I walked into John Lewis and saw a household display
beneath a banner saying, NEW START.
I turned around, to see another proclaiming, RENEW. Yet another said, REFRESH. It was so
cheering.
It just happened again. In London the other day I went into the Air Gallery in Dover Street,
London, where there’s an exhibition of paper-cuts and screenprints by a quiet genius of an
artist called Rob Ryan (to see his work visit misterrob.co.uk).
I was feeling somewhat tired, but there on the wall in front of me was an amazing red papercut
(they have to be seen to be believed; the show is on for another week so if you’re near, do
go along) which spoke to me.
It shows a large bird and a young man surrounded by ornate foliage. And the bird is saying to
the boy, ‘Your job is to take this world apart and then put it back together again but even
better.’
Yes! said a voice in my head. Then my husband whispered, ‘That’s why you write your
column’ — and instantly the vague sense of purposeless I’ve felt since my brother’s death
disappeared. ‘Onwards!’ I thought.
I can suggest another way of sharing Rob Ryan’s vision.
He’s collaborated with the Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy on a beautiful book which should
be on everybody’s Christmas list.
Called The Gift (Barefoot Books, £10.99) it’s a picture book with a universal message for
people of all ages.
It tells the story of a young girl who, on a picnic with her parents, has a strange vision which
colours her whole life.
Illustrated with Ryan’s intricate paper-cuts, The Gift is about the life journey all of us have to
make, from our youthful dreaming through maturity, creativity, family life, old age and death.
This is a joyful book which makes sense of change
Remember - FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING ON ORDERS OVER £40 until 24th December.
Barefoot Books website where you'll find some great Children's Crafts and Activities to keep them
entertained. There are animated videos, and also Podcasts which can be found by clicking on this link.
This Month's Review:
The Gift - A book to re-energise your life
By Bel Mooney (published in the Daily Mail Sunday 13th November)
Have you ever wondered if fate is waiting to send a message? It happened to me in 2004, at a
painful time of transition, when I walked into John Lewis and saw a household display
beneath a banner saying, NEW START.
I turned around, to see another proclaiming, RENEW. Yet another said, REFRESH. It was so
cheering.
It just happened again. In London the other day I went into the Air Gallery in Dover Street,
London, where there’s an exhibition of paper-cuts and screenprints by a quiet genius of an
artist called Rob Ryan (to see his work visit misterrob.co.uk).
I was feeling somewhat tired, but there on the wall in front of me was an amazing red papercut
(they have to be seen to be believed; the show is on for another week so if you’re near, do
go along) which spoke to me.
It shows a large bird and a young man surrounded by ornate foliage. And the bird is saying to
the boy, ‘Your job is to take this world apart and then put it back together again but even
better.’
Yes! said a voice in my head. Then my husband whispered, ‘That’s why you write your
column’ — and instantly the vague sense of purposeless I’ve felt since my brother’s death
disappeared. ‘Onwards!’ I thought.
I can suggest another way of sharing Rob Ryan’s vision.
He’s collaborated with the Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy on a beautiful book which should
be on everybody’s Christmas list.
Called The Gift (Barefoot Books, £10.99) it’s a picture book with a universal message for
people of all ages.
It tells the story of a young girl who, on a picnic with her parents, has a strange vision which
colours her whole life.
Illustrated with Ryan’s intricate paper-cuts, The Gift is about the life journey all of us have to
make, from our youthful dreaming through maturity, creativity, family life, old age and death.
This is a joyful book which makes sense of change
Remember - FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING ON ORDERS OVER £40 until 24th December.
Friday, 22 October 2010
COMPETITION
WIN A FABULOUS PRIZE - JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS!
Instead of the usual quarterly prize draw, this time I have decided to give away a fantastic GIFT SET to one lucky person - to be awarded at the end of November.
How do you enter? Just purchase something from www.barefootbooksfife.com before 30th November - (FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING ON ORDERS OVER £40 UNTIL 24TH DECEMBER).
What can you win? A gift set of your choice up to the value of £28. Have a look at the website and see what's available.
Here's an example:
Saturday, 24 July 2010
Barefoot Books Summer Sale!
Sale ends 31st July and includes some great savings such as this puppet:
Normally £32.99, but only £22.99 in the sale.
Monday, 3 May 2010
Barefoot Books at the Parents Like Us
I am very excited in being invited to the Parents Like Us Festival next week and will be there on Saturday and Sunday (8th and 9th). Plu is the UK's largest festival for parents with children aged 0-5 years and is organised by ordinary parents, all of whom give their time voluntarily. Admission to the arena (and most activities) is FREE, so there's no excuse for not popping along with offspring on tow. Grab a coffee in our covered seating area whilst you browse the free programme and consider how many of the dozens of activities on offer you might squeeze in to your day. CLICK HERE: 'THE FESTIVAL' to find out more.
Sunday, 11 April 2010
It's Good 2 Give Fundraiser
I have just found out about a fundraising organisation, run by Lynne McNicoll - "It's Good 2 Give!".
It was set up to raise funds to:
* Support young people with cancer and their families in Scotland
* Support the provision of accommodation for care and respite tailored specifically to your people and their family
* Encourage people of all ages to give – time, skills, ideas, money, blood.
You can read all about their great work at: www.itsgood2give.co.uk
I have set up a fundraiser on my website to hopefully raise money for this cause. If you wish to buy books AND donate at the same time, then click on the logo below. Then, 20% of your purchase value will be donated to It's Good 2 Give!
Thursday, 18 March 2010
Become a Barefoot Ambassador
If you're ever thought about selling these beautiful books now is the time to do so! It costs nothing at all to join, BUT if you wish you can buy the starter pack for only £59.99 (normally £99.99). When you take into account the commission you will be due on this purchase you will actually only be spending under £48 on a great starter pack.
Click here to join my team, drop me an email or leave me a comment here.
Thursday, 4 February 2010
New Fundraiser for Hope 4 China Children
I have just recently found out about a fantastic charity, run by a fantastic lady, which is dedicated to raising awareness of and raising funds for children in orphanages and girls from poor homes in rural areas with little hope of a formal education.
I have set up an Event Code for the fundraising - anything purchased using this code will trigger 20% cash back to the charity.
Just click on the icon above to donate.
I have set up an Event Code for the fundraising - anything purchased using this code will trigger 20% cash back to the charity.
Just click on the icon above to donate.
Sunday, 3 January 2010
Barefoot Books Winter Sale
Barefoot Books Fife sale continues until 31st January. There are some fantastic reductions.
Check them out at www.barefootbooksfife.com
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Tuesday, 8 December 2009
December Special Offer
Hi
This is a VERY SHORT newsletter - all my Christmas events are over and I'm now looking forward to the main Event!
I wanted to let you know about a Pre-Christmas Special Offer which runs from WEDNESDAY 9th DECEMBER until TUESDAY 15th DECEMBER:
FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING
AND
30% DISCOUNT
To find out more visit: www.barefootbooksfife.com
Also - remember the next prize draw to win £15 of free Barefoot Books and gifts will happen on 31st December. If you haven't yet entered, just reply to this email with the subject "Prize Draw".
If you no longer wish to receive my newsletter/special offers, simple reply to this email with the subject "Unsubscribe".
I would like to wish all my customers and those of you who have shown an interest in Barefoot Books a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
This is a VERY SHORT newsletter - all my Christmas events are over and I'm now looking forward to the main Event!
I wanted to let you know about a Pre-Christmas Special Offer which runs from WEDNESDAY 9th DECEMBER until TUESDAY 15th DECEMBER:
FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING
AND
30% DISCOUNT
To find out more visit: www.barefootbooksfife.com
Also - remember the next prize draw to win £15 of free Barefoot Books and gifts will happen on 31st December. If you haven't yet entered, just reply to this email with the subject "Prize Draw".
If you no longer wish to receive my newsletter/special offers, simple reply to this email with the subject "Unsubscribe".
I would like to wish all my customers and those of you who have shown an interest in Barefoot Books a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Sunday, 1 November 2009
November Newsletter
Special Offers
In this newsletter I'd like to let you know of the November Special Offers. Instead of the usual monthly special offers, Barefoot is releasing new special offers every week. From 3rd - 9th November the specials are Customer Favourites and include:
Animal Boogie (PB with CD) - £4.99 (normally £6.99)
The Prince's Bedtime (PB) - £3.99 (normally £5.99)
From 10th to 16th the specials are the Award Winners, including:
The Barefoot Book of Pirates (PB with CD) - £6.99 (normally £8.99)
We All Went on Safari (PB) - £4.99 (normally £5.99)
From 17th to 23rd the specials are 'Classic Collections', including:
The Barefoot Book of Princesses (PB with CD) - £6.99 (normally £8.99)
Storytime (PB with CD) - £6.99 (normally £8.99)
The final week's special offers are still to be confirmed. Keep an eye out at www.barefootbooksfife.com
Free Postage and Packing
I am very happy to be able to announce that in addition to the special offers above, the Free Postage and Packing offer has been extended to 23rd December, if the order comes to more than £20.
Events This Month
I have several events booked this month (it's a very busy month) - if you wish to browse and buy some books please check out www.barefootbooksfife.com where there is a full list of my events.
I have been asked, however, to advertise one specific event and that is the NCT Bumps and Baby Event which is being held on 21st November, from 1 pm - 3 pm at the Dell Farquharson Centre in Dunfermline. It's a good chance to meet NCT volunteers, to find out what they do and how you can become involved. There is also a chance to try out some fantastic activities available locally like Jo Jingles, Baby Sensory, Musical Steps and MamaYoga. You can find out about real nappies, home safety and baby massage. I will be there to deliver some storytelling sessions and there will even be mini-pampering sessions for parents. To find out more, or to book a session, email West&CentralFife@NCT.org.uk or phone 0844 243 6110.
Prize Draw
I will be running another Prize Draw at the end of December, so if you wish to be in with a chance of winning £15 worth of Barefoot Books or Gifts, all you need to do is reply to this email with the subject Prize Draw and I will enter you.
Party Plan Together Competiton
Remember I also have another competition on the go at www.partyplantogether.co.uk. You could win a great gift set worth over £50.
Helen Lacey Barefoot Books on Facebook
Quite often Barefoot Books announces special offers during the month. If you don't wish to miss out on any on these you may wish to become a 'Fan' of my Page on Facebook - Helen Lacey Barefoot Books. Here I will keep fans up to date with special offers, events, new products and special downloads available from the website.
Opportunities to Become a Barefoot Ambassador
If anyone is interested in doing what I do and becoming a Barefoot Ambassador, please do not hesitate to email me and ask for details. It's really easy - no stress, no pressure and lots of fun!
In this newsletter I'd like to let you know of the November Special Offers. Instead of the usual monthly special offers, Barefoot is releasing new special offers every week. From 3rd - 9th November the specials are Customer Favourites and include:
Animal Boogie (PB with CD) - £4.99 (normally £6.99)
The Prince's Bedtime (PB) - £3.99 (normally £5.99)
From 10th to 16th the specials are the Award Winners, including:
The Barefoot Book of Pirates (PB with CD) - £6.99 (normally £8.99)
We All Went on Safari (PB) - £4.99 (normally £5.99)
From 17th to 23rd the specials are 'Classic Collections', including:
The Barefoot Book of Princesses (PB with CD) - £6.99 (normally £8.99)
Storytime (PB with CD) - £6.99 (normally £8.99)
The final week's special offers are still to be confirmed. Keep an eye out at www.barefootbooksfife.com
Free Postage and Packing
I am very happy to be able to announce that in addition to the special offers above, the Free Postage and Packing offer has been extended to 23rd December, if the order comes to more than £20.
Events This Month
I have several events booked this month (it's a very busy month) - if you wish to browse and buy some books please check out www.barefootbooksfife.com where there is a full list of my events.
I have been asked, however, to advertise one specific event and that is the NCT Bumps and Baby Event which is being held on 21st November, from 1 pm - 3 pm at the Dell Farquharson Centre in Dunfermline. It's a good chance to meet NCT volunteers, to find out what they do and how you can become involved. There is also a chance to try out some fantastic activities available locally like Jo Jingles, Baby Sensory, Musical Steps and MamaYoga. You can find out about real nappies, home safety and baby massage. I will be there to deliver some storytelling sessions and there will even be mini-pampering sessions for parents. To find out more, or to book a session, email West&CentralFife@NCT.org.uk or phone 0844 243 6110.
Prize Draw
I will be running another Prize Draw at the end of December, so if you wish to be in with a chance of winning £15 worth of Barefoot Books or Gifts, all you need to do is reply to this email with the subject Prize Draw and I will enter you.
Party Plan Together Competiton
Remember I also have another competition on the go at www.partyplantogether.co.uk. You could win a great gift set worth over £50.
Helen Lacey Barefoot Books on Facebook
Quite often Barefoot Books announces special offers during the month. If you don't wish to miss out on any on these you may wish to become a 'Fan' of my Page on Facebook - Helen Lacey Barefoot Books. Here I will keep fans up to date with special offers, events, new products and special downloads available from the website.
Opportunities to Become a Barefoot Ambassador
If anyone is interested in doing what I do and becoming a Barefoot Ambassador, please do not hesitate to email me and ask for details. It's really easy - no stress, no pressure and lots of fun!
Saturday, 17 October 2009
Friday, 9 October 2009
20% OFF UNTIL 12TH OCTOBER
Receive 20% discount AND also receive free postage and packing if your order totals at least £20. Just key in OCTSALE at checkout.
Sunday, 4 October 2009
October Newsletter
New Releases
The most recent release from Barefoot Books celebrates Autumn and the Harvest Season.
Driving my Tractor has been reviewed on the Barefoot Books Website:
"This is a must-have early years picture book. It travels through the seasons with illustrations that show the farming year. It includes a section on farm machinery. You'll learn about the land and where food comes from. From one who grows her own food, sells avocados at our local farmer's market, and sells Barefoot Books, I highly recommend this one to you!" ~ review by LadyD
It's in Hardback and come with a Sing-along CD, song by Mark Collins (who also song the Port Side Pirates song). It combines farmyard animals with simple counting skills and is guaranteed to keep any early reader entertained.
Also in Hardback are Starlight Sailor and Winter Shadow.
Starlight Sailor tells the story of a young boy and his dog who set sail to distant lands in the enchanting dream landscape, where singing mermaids, majestic whales and flying dragons are brought to life. (suitable for ages 2-6).
Winter Shadow is only the second chapter book published by Barefoot Books and describes a young girl's friendship with a wolf cub. It explores the delicate balance between humans and nature, and between the individual and community. (suitable for ages 8 and upwards).
October Sale
We have several books in the sale this month. Click here to see them all.
Other Special Offers This Month
We're pleased to be able to offer FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING again this month from 9th October until 31st October (if you spend at least £20). ALSO, between 9th October and 12th October, if you make an order through www.barefootbooksfife.com you will also receive 20% discount as well as free postage and packing - a great excuse to start the Christmas shopping! I will send out a reminder during the month.
Events This Month
Friday 30th October - St Catherine's RC School, Edinburgh, Christmas Fayre.
I've got quite a few bookings for November, so if you are involved in a fundraising event and would like me to come along and help out, please let me know soon.
Parties
I am always looking for hostesses to host Barefoot Books parties - if you are interested please drop me a line - might be a good opportunity to get some friends together and do some Christmas shopping! I have also diversified, somewhat, and can now offer Fair Trade Parties, either alongside the Books or on their own - let me know if you're interested. You can see a sample of the bags I sell at www.abbeyfairtrade.co.uk, but I'm also planning on offering jewellery, cards and some Christmas gifts.
Prize Draw
The winner of the September Prize Draw was Audrey Cunningham from Markinch - congratulations! She will receive £15 worth of Barefoot Books and Gifts. If you would like to be in with a chance of winning the next prize draw (to be drawn at the end of December) please email me with the subject heading "Prize Draw".
Opportunities to Become a Barefoot Ambassador
If anyone is interested in doing what I do and becoming a Barefoot Ambassador, please do not hesitate to email me and ask for details. It's really easy - no stress, no pressure and lots of fun!
The most recent release from Barefoot Books celebrates Autumn and the Harvest Season.
Driving my Tractor has been reviewed on the Barefoot Books Website:
"This is a must-have early years picture book. It travels through the seasons with illustrations that show the farming year. It includes a section on farm machinery. You'll learn about the land and where food comes from. From one who grows her own food, sells avocados at our local farmer's market, and sells Barefoot Books, I highly recommend this one to you!" ~ review by LadyD
It's in Hardback and come with a Sing-along CD, song by Mark Collins (who also song the Port Side Pirates song). It combines farmyard animals with simple counting skills and is guaranteed to keep any early reader entertained.
Also in Hardback are Starlight Sailor and Winter Shadow.
Starlight Sailor tells the story of a young boy and his dog who set sail to distant lands in the enchanting dream landscape, where singing mermaids, majestic whales and flying dragons are brought to life. (suitable for ages 2-6).
Winter Shadow is only the second chapter book published by Barefoot Books and describes a young girl's friendship with a wolf cub. It explores the delicate balance between humans and nature, and between the individual and community. (suitable for ages 8 and upwards).
October Sale
We have several books in the sale this month. Click here to see them all.
Other Special Offers This Month
We're pleased to be able to offer FREE POSTAGE AND PACKING again this month from 9th October until 31st October (if you spend at least £20). ALSO, between 9th October and 12th October, if you make an order through www.barefootbooksfife.com you will also receive 20% discount as well as free postage and packing - a great excuse to start the Christmas shopping! I will send out a reminder during the month.
Events This Month
Friday 30th October - St Catherine's RC School, Edinburgh, Christmas Fayre.
I've got quite a few bookings for November, so if you are involved in a fundraising event and would like me to come along and help out, please let me know soon.
Parties
I am always looking for hostesses to host Barefoot Books parties - if you are interested please drop me a line - might be a good opportunity to get some friends together and do some Christmas shopping! I have also diversified, somewhat, and can now offer Fair Trade Parties, either alongside the Books or on their own - let me know if you're interested. You can see a sample of the bags I sell at www.abbeyfairtrade.co.uk, but I'm also planning on offering jewellery, cards and some Christmas gifts.
Prize Draw
The winner of the September Prize Draw was Audrey Cunningham from Markinch - congratulations! She will receive £15 worth of Barefoot Books and Gifts. If you would like to be in with a chance of winning the next prize draw (to be drawn at the end of December) please email me with the subject heading "Prize Draw".
Opportunities to Become a Barefoot Ambassador
If anyone is interested in doing what I do and becoming a Barefoot Ambassador, please do not hesitate to email me and ask for details. It's really easy - no stress, no pressure and lots of fun!
Friday, 25 September 2009
Barefoot's Second Young Fiction Title
Barefoot Books has just released its second Barefoot Young Fiction title - Winter's Shadow, available in hardback.
Written by Richard Knight and illustrated by Richard Johnson, this moving story describes a young girl's friendship with a wolf cub. It explores the delicate balance between humans and nature, and between the individual and community.
Available at www.barefootbooksfife.com at £9.99.
Saturday, 1 August 2009
August News
New Titles
Kids Kitchen - This is a card deck which gives 40 easy to follow recipe cards that you can follow with your children, colour coded into 5 food groups - Eggs 'n' Beans, Fantastic Fruits, Milk 'n' Dairy, Spuds 'n' Grains and Vital Vegetables.
£14.99
We also have a couple of hardbacks which have sold well in the past and are now available in paperback:
The Real Princess (Paperback with CD) - £6.99 - This is a version of the Princess and the Pea story, with a chance for the reader to practise their maths along the way - I have given it as a present to one of my 7 year old son's schoolfriends and she loved it.
Emily's Tiger (Paperback) - £5.99 - this is about a little girl whose temper turns into a little tiger - need I say more? A good present for any little girl (not just Emily's).
August Sale
There are a number of titles on sale this month. Here's a sample:
Mama Panya's Pancakes in paperback has been reduced from £5.99 to £3.99
The Gigantic Turnip in paperback with CD has been reduced from £6.99 to £4.99
Counting Cockatoos in boardback has been reduced from £5.99 to £3.99
One City Two Brothers in hardback has been reduced from £10.99 to £8.99
Sunday, 5 July 2009
July Newsletter
Hi everyone
Hope you are all well and looking forward to a balmy, sunny summer (we hope!).
I've a few things to let you know about but the main thing is WE HAVE A NEW WEBSITE!!! You can still access it from the same address: www.barefootbooksfife.com, but I hope you will agree that it's a great improvement. Please have a look around it, and feel free to let me know what you think about it.
Summer Sale
This month the following items are reduced:
Dragon on the Doorstep PB with CD - £4.99 (was £6.99)
We All Go Travelling By PB with CD - £3.99 (was £6.99)
An Island in the Sun PB - £2.99 (was £5.99)
Here We Go Round The Mulberry Bush PB with CD - £5.99 (was £6.99)
Knick Knack Paddy Wack HB with CD - £8.99 (was £10.99)
Magic Train Ride PB with CD - £3.99 (was £6.99)
Port Side Pirates PB with CD - £4.99 (was £6.99)
Secret Seahorse PB - £4.99 (was £5.99)
Ship Shapes BB - £4.99 (was £3.99)
Barefoot Book of Pirates HB with CD - £7.99 (was £12.99)
The Journey Home From Grandpas PB - £3.99 (was £5.99)
3 Billy Goats Gruff PB - £3.99 (was £5.99)
We're Sailing To Galapagos PB - £3.99 (was £5.99)
We're Sailing Down The Nile HB - £8.99 (was £10.99)
Just click on SALE in the shop.
Events
My next event is The Big Tent Festival in Falkland, Fife. Click Here to find out more about it. I'm sure it will be a good day (or a weekend) out.
Prize Draw
The winner of the June Prize Draw was Lindsay Law who I met at the Parents Like Us Festival in Leith. She has won £15 worth of Barefoot Books. If you would like to be in with a chance of winning the next prize draw (end of September) please email me back with the Subject Heading "Prize Draw" and I will enter you.
Well that's it for now. Please let me know if I can be of any help with any fundraising you are planning, or if you would like to host a book party at your house or some other venue.
Hope you are all well and looking forward to a balmy, sunny summer (we hope!).
I've a few things to let you know about but the main thing is WE HAVE A NEW WEBSITE!!! You can still access it from the same address: www.barefootbooksfife.com, but I hope you will agree that it's a great improvement. Please have a look around it, and feel free to let me know what you think about it.
Summer Sale
This month the following items are reduced:
Dragon on the Doorstep PB with CD - £4.99 (was £6.99)
We All Go Travelling By PB with CD - £3.99 (was £6.99)
An Island in the Sun PB - £2.99 (was £5.99)
Here We Go Round The Mulberry Bush PB with CD - £5.99 (was £6.99)
Knick Knack Paddy Wack HB with CD - £8.99 (was £10.99)
Magic Train Ride PB with CD - £3.99 (was £6.99)
Port Side Pirates PB with CD - £4.99 (was £6.99)
Secret Seahorse PB - £4.99 (was £5.99)
Ship Shapes BB - £4.99 (was £3.99)
Barefoot Book of Pirates HB with CD - £7.99 (was £12.99)
The Journey Home From Grandpas PB - £3.99 (was £5.99)
3 Billy Goats Gruff PB - £3.99 (was £5.99)
We're Sailing To Galapagos PB - £3.99 (was £5.99)
We're Sailing Down The Nile HB - £8.99 (was £10.99)
Just click on SALE in the shop.
Events
My next event is The Big Tent Festival in Falkland, Fife. Click Here to find out more about it. I'm sure it will be a good day (or a weekend) out.
Prize Draw
The winner of the June Prize Draw was Lindsay Law who I met at the Parents Like Us Festival in Leith. She has won £15 worth of Barefoot Books. If you would like to be in with a chance of winning the next prize draw (end of September) please email me back with the Subject Heading "Prize Draw" and I will enter you.
Well that's it for now. Please let me know if I can be of any help with any fundraising you are planning, or if you would like to host a book party at your house or some other venue.
Wednesday, 1 July 2009
LAUNCH OF NEW BAREFOOT BOOKS WEBSITE
The day has finally arrived - we have the new-look Barefoot Books website. http://www.barefootbooksfife.com. I think it's great!
Saturday, 13 June 2009
BOOK AID INTERNATIONAL
This week I did a fundraiser with the Rainbows in Dunfermline, in aid of Book Aid International whose aim is to increase access to books and support literacy, education and development in sub-Saharan Africa.
The Rainbows have been given a lot of information in the few weeks up to the Fundraising Date and have been taking part in several craft activities with an African theme. Catalogues went out to Rainbows, Brownies and other people from the Church - St Andrew's Erskine Church of Scotland.
On the date of the Fundraiser the Rainbows continued with their African themed crafts and I read them a story 'Mama Panya's Pancakes' which they thoroughly enjoyed. At the time of writing the amount raised from the "Reading Tent" evening and other activities amount to £105.
Well done, Rainbows!
The Rainbows have been given a lot of information in the few weeks up to the Fundraising Date and have been taking part in several craft activities with an African theme. Catalogues went out to Rainbows, Brownies and other people from the Church - St Andrew's Erskine Church of Scotland.
On the date of the Fundraiser the Rainbows continued with their African themed crafts and I read them a story 'Mama Panya's Pancakes' which they thoroughly enjoyed. At the time of writing the amount raised from the "Reading Tent" evening and other activities amount to £105.
Well done, Rainbows!
Sunday, 31 May 2009
JUNE NEWSLETTER
Hello everyone. Welcome to you new Barefoot lovers who I met at the Parents Like Us Festival in Leith. I hope you enjoyed the weekend. I think you will agree that the weather was certainly 'mixed', but we really couldn't complain about Sunday. It was the first time that I had been at the Festival, either as a seller or as a 'punter'. My family came along on Sunday and they really enjoyed it. Aiden especially enjoyed having a python placed around his neck. It's a high stall rental fee but I think I would still like to have a stall next year - the atmosphere is just really good - I think a perfect outlet for Barefoot Books. I was especially pleased with all the positive comments we received about our books and puppets. Many thanks to my colleague, Heather, who you may have met.
JUNE SPECIAL OFFERS
This June we are celebrating Father's Day with these great titles for Dads
(or Grandads!)
(or Grandads!)
Here are your Special Offers for June:
- Shopping with Dad £8.99 HB (Normally £10.99)
- My Daddy is a Pretzel £4.99 PB (Normally £6.99)
- Yoga Pretzels £7.99 (Normally £9.99)
- Yoga Planet £7.99 (Normally £9.99)
- Journey Home from Grandpa's £2.99 PB (Normally £5.99)
- Bear's Busy Family £3.99 BB (Normally £4.99)
- The Beeman £3.99 PB (Normally £5.99)
- The Barefoot Book of Pirates £6.99 PB w CD (Normally £8.99)
- The Barefoot Book of Monsters! £8.99 HB (Normally £12.99)
- The Story Tree £6.99 PB w CD (Normally £8.99)
- Jack and the Beanstalk £7.99 HB w CD (Normally £10.99)
EVENTS
Over the next couple of months I have the following public events booked:
6th June: Marchmont Nursery Fundraiser
21st June: Fife Historic Vehicle Club, Lathalmond, near Dunfermline
27th June: Gift Fair at Freemasons' Hall, George Street, Edinburgh
25th/26th July: The Big Tent Festival, Falkland, Fife
I would appreciate if if you would let me know of any other events where you think Barefoot Books would fit in well.
FUNDRAISING
The Rainbows in Dunfermline are holding a Fundraising Event in aid of Book Aid for Africa. If you would like to buy a book and would like me to donate 15% towards buying books for Africa, then please quote the event code: EV753
HOUSE PARTIES
I have a special incentive for anyone who is considering hosting a Barefoot Books party - choose any book up to a value of £15 when you book a date. Also, when you host a party you will receive free books for 10% of the party sales However, if you are holding the party for fundraising purposes, the percentage commission will increase. Please drop me an email if you are interested.
PRIZE DRAW
Sue Fuller won the draw held at the end of March. The next prize draw will be held at the end of June. If you wish to be entered,all you need to do is reply to this email with 'Prize Draw' as the subject. You will be in with a chance of winning £15 of Barefoot Books.
THE BIG TENT FESTIVAL - Scotland's Biggest Eco Festival
Don 't know if you're like me... I LOVE the idea of a FESTIVAL. I spent 4 days in June 1995 at Glastonbury (then, without children). I had a great time, loved seeing Oasis and Pulp, Squeeze, Simple MInds etc..... Didn't love so much trying to find my tent after the last act, queueing for toilets, queueing for washes. But still, LOVE to tell eveyone - I WENT TO GLASTONBURY!!! To be honest, I don't know what to expect of The Big Tent. I Imagine it's a festival for 'mature family oriented people'.
Also... I must admit I like my Indie Rock bands or my 'american rock' - how I would love to be at Glastonbury this year to see Bruce Springsteen - but I'm quite looking fowardto the folk acts who are appearing at The Big Tent, like Attic Lights, Shooglenifty, and many more. Click on the links. As I said, I can't recommend it on experience - I just want to try it out and see what it's like. The good news is it only costs £20 for the whole weekend, with under 12's free.. a little more for camping.
Please let me know if I can help you, or anyone you know, with any fundraising.
Carole Ann Duffy is the new Poet Laureate. She is the author of 2 Barefoot Books - the Tear Thief and The Barefoot Book of Classic Poems
Enjoy the good weather. Remember... the special offers start 1st June.
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