I've found the same thing - that the pages in Armada paperbacks often come loose over the years (and in some Puffins as well), whereas Dragons, Knights and Piccolos tend to stay intact.John Pickup wrote: ↑24 Mar 2022, 16:59 Unfortunately, I only have one of the books I bought back then, Treasure at the Mill by Malcolm Saville. The others eventually fell apart from constant use, the binding was very poor.
I'd be very interested to read an article like that, John. My sister and I used to love choosing paperbacks from WH Smith when we were children. There was always plenty of choice and we'd go for the most exciting covers and titles first, rather than attempting to read series in order.John Pickup wrote: ↑24 Mar 2022, 16:59I chose mostly Enid's books and a few Savilles. I really ought to write an article on this as I can remember vividly the display in WH Smiths where I bought them.
I picked up Saracen's Tower from a charity shop as an adult but I haven't yet got round to reading it!John Pickup wrote: ↑24 Mar 2022, 16:59Does anyone remember Cornish Cream by John Denton or Saracen's Tower by Ralph Hammond? I had those, they were early Armadas.
I'm busy catching up with jobs after having family to stay but I agree that it may be worth emailing Phil as soon as time allows.
Edit: I've now sent him an email, just in case he has further memories he'd be happy to share.