Tag: WH Allen hardcovers
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Episode 92: 1988 Classic Hardcovers: The Final Chapter with Tony Whitt
When Virgin publishing purchased WH Allen, the hardcover books were losing money. In June, 1988 it was decided to stop publishing cloth bound Dr. Who…Listen now -
Episode 91: The Jon Pertwee Collection
A brand New Collection featuring the third Doctor, Jon Pertwee, has been released on Vinyl and CD. Included on this collection is Jon Pertwee reading…Listen now -
Episode 90: Classic Hardcovers sold in the USA prior to 1984!
After finding a 1981 Catalog from the “Time Lord, Inc” of Brooklyn, NY owned by Ed Novak, I now have a new list of classic…Listen now -
Episode 61: Dr. Who and the Daleks: A New Book! with John Walsh
The Peter Cushing Dr. Who movies have been a popular part of Dr. Who. With many books and toys marketed to promote those films, collectors…Listen now -
Episode 60: Classic Hardcovers of 1981 with Tony Whitt
In 1981 there were 12 new hardcovers published with 9 novels, 2 reference books, and one reprint with a new cover. The writers strike is…Listen now -
Episode 57: I am Soniced Up! The Props of Dr. Who with Brian Uiga
Let’s talk about the Doctor’s favorite tool, the Sonic Screwdriver. The talk will take a look at the 54-year-history of this fictional tool: from its…Listen now -
Episode 56: Classic Hardcovers of 1980 and Final Chicago Tardis update!
In 1980 there were 12 new hardcovers published including 1 American printing. They did away with dust-jackets in June of that year. Artwork on the…Listen now -
Episode 55: Alternative Media and Chicago Tardis Updates!
Before the time of Video recording and such, there were two companies that ventured into alternative media to allow children to watch a show at…Listen now -
Episode 54: Dr. Who Classic Hardcovers year 6 (1979) with Tony Whitt
1979 was a tough year for the world with high inflation and gasoline prices doubling! It was a good year for Dr. Who. Tom Baker’s…Listen now