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Posted by Carol on December 31, 2009
Were Enid Blyton's daughters ever reunited with their real Father or did she never let them see him.
Posted by Wayne Pyer on December 31, 2009
A Happy and prosperous New Year to all of my fellow Blytonites.
Posted by Sue Webster on December 31, 2009
Hi all! Thanks to Harry for his help regarding Blake and Shakespeare. Is anyone going to the Enid Blyton Day next year? I'd love to go but can't afford it, can afford the ticket but not the rail fare. If anyone near Walsall is going and has a spare seat in a car then I'd be glad to hear from you. Thanks very much. Cheers, Sue.
Posted by Shaimaa on December 30, 2009
Hello Barney. I want to ask you who Enid Blyton's husband is so I can research him in my school project. I know it is nothing to do with her books but my project is to do with her life and family. You're the only one I can ask. Thank you!
Posted by Harry on December 30, 2009
Hi all, but especially Sue, I was taught that William Blake's "Tyger" was a commentary on the Industrial Revolution. I hope this helps.
Posted by Zahraa Himdan on December 30, 2009
Hiya Barney, I have read the Famous Five and I really enjoyed reading it. I really want to read the Secret Seven but I can't seem to find it, so I want to ask you if the Secret Seven is compared to the famous by the same characters so it could be easier to look it up with more detail and hopefully be able to find libraries which do have them. If you can, please give some details in the book (other than the author) so I can ask some people or librarians. Thanks a lot!
Posted by Anonymous on December 30, 2009
Hi, Hope you can help. I have come across a full collection of "The Old Testament" bible pictures by Enid Blyton which was left by my grandfather when he passed away. There's 30 in total. I can't find any info on these pictures on the web. Any ideas please as I would like to put them for auction. Thank you Barney.
Posted by April June on December 30, 2009
Merry Christmas! - or rather, a very belated 'Merry Christmas'! I have a huge bone for you, Barney - a Christmas present!
Posted by Sue Webster on December 30, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Enid Blyton website! And may there be many more to come ! Good work to all involved including dear old Barney - wish I could send you a nice juicy bone! Hope everyone had a lovely Christmas. I was busy singing in carol services and concerts. Must go now as got to start essay for uni. I wish Shakespeare was as much fun as reading Enid's books and as easy to understand. Could anyone help? Question is: Compare the ways in which Blake and Shakespeare use images of nature to comment upon the social world (what does this mean?) Essay has to concentrate one of Blake's poems - I've chosen "The Lamb" - and a passage from "Twelfth Night." Can't seem to find a suitable passage to compare with "The Lamb." If anyone can help I'd be very grateful. Thanks Barney.
Posted by Zahraa Himdan on December 29, 2009
Hi Barney. Can I ask you a hard question, I hope it is no problem? Can you estimate the amount of books Blyton has written? I am asking this because I have got 52 and I want to know if she has written more. Thank you!
Posted by Anonymous on December 29, 2009
Hi Barney, Clearing out my mother's effects I discovered a 1953 Coronation Bible which has a dedication from Enid Blyton in the front. It looks original and I know that there are others. Are these inscriptions original or are they facsimilies ? Thanks.
Posted by Sarah on December 29, 2009
Hi Barney, I've loved Enid Blyton's books since I was 10 years old. Now I'm 13 and I still love St. Clare's and the Malory Towers. I'm from Germany and here the books are called "Hanni & Nanni'' and "Dolly''. Is there a possibility to buy the Englisch books here, too? It's so fun to read the Englisch summary. The characters in the books are also called different in German than in English. I've read all 18 Malory Tower books which are published in Germany. Are there more in England? Sorry for my bad Englisch, I'm learning Englisch since I'm 7. Best wishes from Lake Constance (Bodensee), Sarah
Posted by John Atkins on December 26, 2009
Hi Barney, Maybe you will agree that Boxing Day should be the one day of the year when you do exactly what you want - and with this (possibly selfish thought?) in mind, I'm sitting by the fireside reading Jane Brocket's "Ripping Things To Do" - a nostalgic trip in the footsteps of childhood heroes; a present from my friend and fellow Blyton fan, Cherry. But I must leave little Bets Hilton and the chapter on 'Invisible Ink' until after lunch, as the gong has sounded and it's time for me to raise a glass of Château Trottevieille Saint Emilion '04 to Tony, Keith, Anita and all others who make this website possible and also wish Society members a Happy New Year.
Posted by Hope189 on December 25, 2009
This website is indeed a treasure trove of Blytonian information. Many thanks to those who have kept the site running, especially Tony. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, website!
Posted by Ming on December 25, 2009
Happy Birthday, to the Enid Blyton Society website! Three cheers! :-) Thanks for such a lovely site, Tony, Keith, Anita and Matt and whoever else I might have missed out.
Posted by Tony Summerfield on December 25, 2009
This website was born on Christmas Day 2004, so today marks our fifth birthday. Many thanks to all those who have enjoyed using it and I hope that we attract many new users in the future. Happy Birthday Website!
Posted by Trevor J Bolton on December 25, 2009
May I wish all fellow Society members a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. My dog, Tim, hopes that you, Barney, have received a very large bone, plenty of chewy biscuits and a loud, squeaky toy!
Posted by Hope189 on December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas! Let's hope we get lots of Blyton books as presents.
Posted by Wayne Pyer on December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas to all the Enid Blyton Society members and visitors.
Posted by Marilynn on December 23, 2009
Wow! Congrats Enid! Enid is the 10th bestselling author of the decade (in the UK at least!). She sold almost 8 million copies of her books. A great achievement! Did her daughters get any royalties from the £31 million generated from sales? Anyway, she's even ahead of Stephenie Meyer and Philip Pullman! Read the report here:
Posted by Dominic on December 21, 2009
How old are the first paperbacks of the Famous Five? I've just started to collect first edition hardbacks as well.
Posted by Hope189 on December 18, 2009
Amazing statistics. Agatha Christie is one of my favourite writers. Her mysteries, though written in an entirely non-Blytonian style, have always captivated me.
Posted by Nigel Rowe on December 18, 2009
According to the official Agatha Christie website, more than 2 billion copies of Agatha's books have been sold: Agatha Christie is the world's best-known mystery writer. Her books
have sold over a billion copies in the English language and another
billion in over 45 foreign languages. She is outsold only by the Bible
and Shakespeare. I think that speaks for itself!
Posted by Hope189 on December 17, 2009
I'm surprised that Agatha Christie didn't make the list.
Posted by Marilynn on December 16, 2009
I'm sorry if this has been posted before, but Enid Blyton is Amazon's 7th bestselling author of the decade! You can read the article here.
Posted by Ellie on December 16, 2009
Hi, I was wondering if anyone would know the value of a 1st edition copy of "Puzzle for the Secret Seven"? Thanks, let me know.
Posted by Janet on December 11, 2009
Hi, I remember reading a story of Ribbony Rose which I loved when I was little. Where can I get a copy of the book it is in?
Posted by Rosemary on December 10, 2009
Hello Barney and others, how delightful to have found you and all the characters I knew so well from Enid Blyton's tales. Wandering through the site is like coming home again. I wonder if someone knows the answer to a question I have had in my mind for years. I remember a story about a little girl who was sad because she could not go out to play as it was raining. However, when she looked closely at the raindrops on the window she found that each one had a tiny fairy in it. I spent quite a bit of time ill at home, so this story was comforting and I tried very very hard to see the tiny fairies in the raindrops on my window pane. I am sure this was an Enid Blyton story. Does anyone recognise it?
Posted by Miranda on December 8, 2009
Thanks Barney,
You are a wealth of information! Have taken on board what you say Re: stories continuing and fully agree that they should but also can't get to grips with some commercial changes.
Need to get to a cave, island or ideally fireside with hot drink to recover!!!!!
Thanks again for replies.
Posted by Miranda on December 8, 2009
Hi Barney & All, Thanks so much for answering my question. Yikes!!!!!! - Chorion were responsible for the animation I was talking about! Don't know what others think of this? Judging by your answer to me (Miranda) & Lorraine below there does not seem to be much anyone can do with genuine inspiration & enjoyment from any of the marvellous stories now - even a children's play without getting permission from Chorion (correct me if I am wrong)! I think I have been behind the times in discovering there has been some sort of commercial 'take over' of all material (again - correct me if I am wrong) which disappointingly for me co-incides with my discovery of this site! What a shame! After my last post I explored the site further and discovered the 'continuation' novels - I have not read any but thought 'good luck' to the authors if they were continuing in the spirit of things even though some may not take to them - presumably these are now no longer legal because of 'Chorion' - am just glad this site is allowed to continue! (but wish I'd found it before!) In reply to Chris (although this is probably not of much help if you have been researching through here and other sources for a while & is almost certain to be fictitious) plus I am new on here and have not read all old posts but just in case - I have just re-read "Five Get Into Trouble" where a Bentley [I know not the only Bentley to be mentioned !! ] but registration KMF 102 is mentioned. Am new here and obviously behind the times in all senses but thought would post just in case. Thanks Barney!
Posted by Dorothea on December 8, 2009
I am looking for books illustrated by Norman Meredith (like the Rubbalong Tales of Enid Blyton) Could anybody help me to find those books? Thank you in advance.
Posted by Lorraine on December 7, 2009
I was wondering if you have to apply for copyright to create a play based on "The Folk of the Faraway Tree" to be performed by a non profit children's theatre group in Australia. If you do can you tell me how to go about it and what the cost would be?
Posted by Miranda on December 7, 2009
Hi all, Can't believe I have only just discovered this site and just want to say I think it is great - the illustrations and menu options make it as far I am concerned: I am immediately transported back to my childhood hardbacks that I longed for every Christmas, birthday or as a 'reward' present, from my very first fairy books through to my 'big' children's (normally softback by then) adventures & girls' school books! - I have kept every single one.
Anyway - to my question if it is possible to answer. I remember seeing a post on here somewhere from someone who had written a book about the Famous Five and had to get permission and approval from the Enid Blyton Company and give them 50% of royalties. With this in mind, I am curious to know how the copyright/trademark works - I'm sure I remember French & Saunders doing televised 'take-off' episodes and sketches and have recently discovered a children's mainstream televsion cartoon (which I just couldn't get to grips with) of a 'new' Famous Five. I did not think anyone would be allowed to re-create them in this way.
I have also come across (whilst doing random searches) a site where you can download all the Famous Five Adventures free - this struck me as probably totally illegal (so I didn't touch them) but then wondered if it may just be unethical rather than illegal. I have even started to wonder about the legal side of selling/buying second hand Famous Five Books Re: Copyright & Republishing rights.
I have not actually been able to find anything out about the Enid Blyton Company yet but it did strike me as a bit tough to part with half of your royalties when writing a book, if a whole new animated series has been created?
Hopefully you could shed some light on this - am just off now to have a good explore around the rest of the site - I'm not at work today and I suddenly feel as if I am on my school holiday!!!!
Posted by Betty on December 7, 2009
I would just like to say thank you to Barney for answering my question about Noddy's car, kind regards.
Posted by Toffee Princess on December 3, 2009
Dear Barney, I can't thank you enough for replying to my post a few weeks ago. I only just had a chance to check back today and you had the answer for me. It brought a tear to my eye to discover that I can get hold of a copy of the story, 'The Land of Nowhere', as it was republished recently. Thank you for your help.
Posted by Katharine on December 2, 2009
Thanks to Petermax and Barney for their information about the Famous Five TV series. I found the link useful. I look forward to a TV section being added to this website one day.
Posted by Chris on November 30, 2009
Is there a company that still publishes Enid Blyton's books, Sorry to keep bothering you, but yes, for a few years I have done research about this 57 Bentley. It was also owned by Peter Duncan who I was told was an actor. If I can get in touch with a publishing company that knows some of Enid Blyton's history that would be great. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Posted by Jan on November 30, 2009
Hi Barney, Thanks for reply. Have looked at Cave of Books and have a question. Under 1965 "Brer Rabbit's a Rascal," presume this is first time published, but also "Brer Rabbit's a Rascal" (No.10). What does the No.10 stand for and if it is a later edition how can one tell from the book when it only says 1964? Thanks, Jan.
Posted by Harry on November 30, 2009
I came across this blog yesterday -it gives some small insights into Gillian Baverstock and her daughter Sian's life - if they are true. Apologies if this has been posted already. Thanks for the great site.
Posted by Chris on November 30, 2009
I purchased a car that I am being told was owned by Enid Blyton, it is a 1957 Bentley. Can anyone tell me if they have pictures or can tell me if I can prove this. I got some car history and it is showing that her business owned it but the second owner Richard Lowther Broads granddaughter said he purchased it from her. I just want to find out the history, any info would be great. christopherjb83@yahoo.com Thank you
Posted by Susan on November 29, 2009
Somewhere, in my home - I hope - I have "Noddy goes to Toyland." It is signed by Enid Blyton and was given to me by her housekeeper. This lady and her son used to stay at our Guest House in Ramsgate each year. It was not long after the war and she used to send me a bar of chocolate via her housekeeper.
Posted by Jan on November 29, 2009
Hi Barney, Thank you for your reply re "Brer Rabbit Again" 1963. It is confusing when you buy a book and it only has one date, one assumes this is a first edition, apparently not so. Can one obtain a list of all Enid Blyton's works with first edition dates and who published by? Can you help with this? Thanks.
Posted by Jan on November 27, 2009
Hi Maggie. Interested in your Enid Blyton collection, can you advise how many books/items there are and what money you would be looking at for the full collection? New collector. You can contact me on 0418 250 047
Posted by Jan on November 27, 2009
Have purchased four books - "Brer Rabbit Again," "Brer Rabbit's a Rascal," "Sunshine Book" and "Storytime Book." All 13cm x 19cm hardcover, only one date, all 1964/65. Are these first editions? New collector.
Posted by Mark Godding on November 27, 2009
Maggie, would you like to contact me about the collection at mark.godding@btinternet.com, 01380 727872
Posted by Maggie Risby on November 27, 2009
I have, with regret, made the decision to 'part with' my Enid Blyton collection. I have collected over many years and although I do not have a quantity of First Editions, there are some in there! Does anyone want to make an offer on my most prized item- REAL FAIRIES,1923.Brown cover with gold lettering. I would say in very good condition for its age. Perhaps if someone is looking for 'that certain item', I may have it? I also have other E.B. ephemera.
Posted by Petermax on November 26, 2009
Katharine, here is a link to an episode list that may be of use to you.
Posted by Chloe on November 26, 2009
Hello, I'm Chloe. I go to school and we have been reading this book called 'The Mystery of the Hidden House' and I love it !! It's getting old now, thanks x
Posted by Sharon on November 26, 2009
This is a response to Stephanie's email. I understand completely why you had to leave your relationship because of a narcissist. It seems that they have the emotional make-up of a five year old (hence Enid Blyton being able to relate to children easily - she was one!!). It is a cruel and sadistic condition and that was certainly portrayed in the drama recently, and I pity anyone who has to tolerate it. No wonder her poor daughters were confused by her. I believe that narcissistic personality disorders are very destructive to normal people and the only way out of it is to have 'no contact'. You have my heartfelt sympathy, Stephanie, I know the pain that they cause and you have to rebuild your self esteem once they are gone and not think it is all your fault (which is what they make you feel).
Posted by Katharine on November 26, 2009
Does any one know of a list of the 1970s Famous Five TV series episodes as I recently purchased some of the programmes on video and would like to know how many more I need? Apologies if it's listed here somewhere, but I've had a quick look and couldn't see anything.
Posted by Xtraman on November 25, 2009
Just wondering why I cannot find any reference to Tony Summerfield's masterly works: "Enid Blyton An Illustrated Bibliography" anywhere in the website. What I should like to know is how many volumes are there [three? four?] and if they are still in print, that is, if anyone can order copies from the Society's bookshop. Thanks.
Posted by Xtraman on November 25, 2009
Wonderful website. Enjoying the wonderful changes. Would be pleased if you can let me know what year Enid Blyton left her 'small' school at Southernay to take up full time writing. I tried to find this information in the chronology in this website but to no avail.
Xtraman
Posted by Tabard Theatre on November 25, 2009
Well the actors who play the four are all young adults (aged from 18 to 24). Rehearsals have started very recently, and I can honestly say we all very excited about the upcoming production. The whole office is already humming the tunes. The best thing one could do however is experience it itself, and get yourself down to the Tabard Theatre! Hope that answers a few questions, and hope to see all you Enid Blyton fans soon...
Posted by Tabard Theatre on November 24, 2009
Just a quick message for all Enid Blyton fans. An entirely new musical version of the Famous Five is coming to London!
It's Christmas time when the most surprising things can happen. The Famous Five come alive, set sail and go adventuring once more! There are castles to explore, dungeons to escape, baddies to beat, treasure to find and lashings of ginger beer to be drunk. Join Julian, Dick, George, Anne and not forgetting Timmy for a Jolly Good Show!
From some of the most successful children's stories of all time Enid Blyton's timeless characters and mysteries provide the inspiration for a new musical adventure for children of all ages and grown-ups too. An affectionate reminder for anyone who has ever enjoyed the Famous Five books and the perfect introduction for those who haven't yet.
Filled with fun and music, a little bit of danger... and a dog!
From the same creative team that brought you last year's sell-out Christmas spectacular at the Tabard Theatre, Stig of the Dump. West-End Director Russell Labey (Whistle Down the Wind, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, New Boy) returns to the Tabard with composer Leon Parris.
This amazing new production starts on the 8th December and continues on until January. Visit www.tabardtheatre.co.uk for information on how to book tickets.
Posted by Simon on November 24, 2009
Hi Barney, After recently watching the "Enid" programme, I was left feeling rather shocked to discover, if portrayed correctly, that our favourite childhood authoress was such a cold hearted, self-obsessed woman with not much regard for anything outside her own world. How she did not involve her own daughters in the tea parties that were held for other children is unbelievable. Did she really treat them in this manner, banishing them like that? How do you feel about the programme, Barney? It's left me feeling completely shocked and disgusted, and somewhat loath to pick up another book - even at the age of 44. I'm sorry this is not quite the post you would expect to receive. I too feel in two minds sending it, but I need to express my disappointment.
Posted by Amy Elizabeth on November 23, 2009
Hope you enjoy those Malory Towers books by Pamela Cox, Tiffany! I've read them and they're quite nice, although I prefer Enid Blyton's own stories of that lovely boarding school. And Barney - I just recently read "Mischief at St Rollo's"; I just didn't mention it because it isn't a series - well, at least I think it isn't. Is it a series, Barney? P.S. Looking at all the responses you wrote to the messages people send, you must be a busy dog - and a very big Enid Blyton fan! And considering how many messages you've responded to, I'd like to give you a bone for your hard work - here it is!
Posted by Javier on November 23, 2009
Hello Barney. I love your website. I have a quick question. I have recently found out that Blyton wrote a number of short stories featuring the Find-Outers and Dog. Could you please provide me with more information about these short stories? (I apologize if you already have this information in the Cave of Books. I tried to find it and I couldn't.) All the best.
Posted by Tiffany Sayer on November 22, 2009
How has Enid Blyton managed to release some new books about Malory Towers, e.g. "Winter Term at Malory Towers," if Enid died in 1968? Does she have other books she wrote that have not been released/published? Thank you, Tiffany (nine years old).
Posted by Louise on November 22, 2009
Please could you tell me if "The Enid Blyton Book of Fairies" is still in print? It was my favourite as a child and I would love to share it with my daughter.
Posted by Simon on November 22, 2009
Are Enid's two children still alive? And what happened to both of her husbands?
Posted by Arthur on November 22, 2009
I have a 45 rpm vinyl record. Enid Blyton Voice. Anyone interested in making me an offer for it?
Posted by Amy Elizabeth on November 22, 2009
I've read all the boarding school series - the Malory Towers series, St. Clare's series and Naughtiest Girl series. I read them quite some time ago, especially the Naughtiest Girl series, but I keep reading them over and over again! Enid Blyton makes me wish I went to a boarding school! I hope I will go one day; but I have many siblings, so I probably will never go. But hopefully I will . . . and then I'll bring my Malory Towers series with me! : )
Posted by Jo on November 21, 2009
Having seen the film "Enid" I would be fascinated to read something by her younger daughter, Imogen. Has she written anything?
Posted by Sue Long on November 21, 2009
I have been hunting for this book for years - i.e. the book with 'The Village of Untidy' in - can I buy it? If so how?
Posted by Katharine on November 21, 2009
Thank you Barney for sorting out the problem I was having with the quiz. I have now done the quiz and managed to get 18, a vast improvement on the zero it was showing!!
Posted by John Dedman on November 20, 2009
How much money did Enid Blyton make in her lifetime? Her estate has now made millions of pounds after her death in 1968.
Posted by CJ on November 19, 2009
Hello, I have just watched the Enid Blyton 'drama' on the BBC. My question is, could anyone tell me what the story was called near the end, it was about two children that were walking through the woods with ' baggage' on their backs? The pictures were B&W. Many thanks.
Posted by Stephanie on November 19, 2009
In response to Sharon's comment about narcissistic personality disorder, I thought exactly the same thing when I watched the drama. I was in a relationship with someone until very recently for six years who I'm convinced had NPD. His behaviour was very similar to that shown by Enid Blyton in the drama. Being with this man was very difficult and in the end I had to leave the relationship for my own sanity. He became very verbally and emotionally abusive quite early on in the relationship.
The disorder is linked to putting up a false self to hide one's "true self" because of a fear of abandonment that evolved as a child. It does seem to fit the character and the story in the documentary.
Posted by Stephanie on November 19, 2009
Anyone who missed the "Enid" drama can still watch it on the BBC iplayer. I think you can even download it free from the site.
Posted by Anonymous on November 19, 2009
We have "The Christmas Book" 1944 by Enid Blyton. I would love to know what value the book has? D & T
Posted by atir.amanda@yahoo.com on November 19, 2009
I have a book and I am trying to find the date it was published. It is the make: Odhams and the story is 'What happened over the Wall' by Enid Blyton, the book consists of many other stories and is a fantastic read, however the first inner page is missing where the date would be. Does any one know any thing about this book? Many thanks.
Posted by Linda Mitchell on November 18, 2009
Hello, have just found this site after watching the programme "Enid" with Helena Bonham Carter. I just wanted to say that Enid Blyton's "Bom the Little Drummer Boy" was the very first book I ever had from our local library as a child (I was five I think) and all through my childhood I would lose myself in her books, couldn't get enough really. I am now in my late 50s and have bought a complete set of the Adventure series for a friend's grandson's Christmas present (he is nine and loves the books), how lovely to think that children everywhere still love the stories even in this interactive age! Will log on to this site now I have found it!
Posted by Sheila Wilson on November 18, 2009
I have a copy of "Toys in Toyland and Other Stories," hardback with cover, 1963. Is it worth anything?
Posted by Mrs Edward Cullen on November 18, 2009
I'm afraid, due to the recession I am unable to buy the DVD (of "Enid"). I have been a HUGE Enid Blyton fan since years and I think I deserve to at least watch this movie. Please, can someone upload it on YouTube?
And please, don't ignore my message.
Posted by Katharine on November 18, 2009
Hi, I've tried to take part in this month's quiz as usual and it's not letting me. It says my name has already been used, but I can't find it on this month's score list. I did try at the beginning of the month and my computer crashed on me, so maybe it still thinks I'm in the middle of the quiz! Anybody else having any problems?
Posted by Cathrin Grace Hazra on November 18, 2009
Dear Sir/Madam, I am Cathrin from New Delhi, India. I am starting a library for children and young adults at the moment. I decided on this idea as I did not have a job for the last 5-6 months and since I love reading and collecting books, I have my very own collection , I decided to open this library from my home, as I do not have the finance to get a place as it is expensive. I do not have the funds to buy new books, hence, have decided to ask Ms. Enid Blyton to help me in the form of donating some books from her collection/library/publishers so I can keep them in my library for children to read. My address is : Cathrin Grace Hazra, G-12, 2nd Floor, Poorti apartments, F-block, vikaspuri, New Delhi - 110 018, India. Mobile: 98109 77748. Thank you, Cathrin
Posted by Suzi on November 18, 2009
I remember reading what I think was an Enid Blyton book of short stories. Included were stories about trees getting a "green veil " in the spring, and how the boy sparrow got his black bib. Does anyone remember these, and the title of the book? Or the author if not Enid Blyton?
Posted by Minnie Sanders on November 18, 2009
Hello, I am trying to remember the title of a book by Enid Blyton I loved very much as a child. In it, there's a poor family with twins, whose names, I think, are Peter and Mary; and the family lives just outside the gates of Fairyland. The twins make friends with a princess who lives in Fairyland. The princess loses her ball, and a gnome takes her down a wishing well, I think - but the wishing well doesn't work. There's an "Enchanted Wood" (but the book is not the Faraway Tree series, although the wood sounds much like the wood in those books); and there is also a land of "Stupids". I seem to recall the word "Fairy" in the title of the story. I would much appreciate it if you could provide me with the name of this book.
Posted by Janice on November 18, 2009
I have several books from the 1950s and 60s by Enid Blyton. "The Valley of Adventure" 1950 Macmillan, "The River of Adventure" 1955 Macmillan, "Good Work Secret Seven", "Three Cheers Secret Seven," "Good Old Secret Seven", all published by Brockhampton Press. "The Ship of Adventure" by Thames Publishing, "Stories For You" published by Dean and Son. "Shadow the Sheepdog" by Collins 1960. Is there anywhere I can go to find out if these are of any value? I read them all when I was young but I am now almost fifty. I inherited the books from my older cousins.
Posted by Gerry on November 17, 2009
I agree with Lizzie about the Adventure series. In the 1950s I remember having to wait for weeks for "The Mountain of Adventure" in the school library - it was incredibly popular. Part of the attraction were the marvellous illustrations which you would look at long before you reached them in the text!
Posted by Chris M on November 17, 2009
Hi, I remember reading a book by Enid Blyton when I was about 11- it was about the seaside - a nature book and I loved it. I am now nearly 60 but would love to know if anyone could tell me its title,it was a big book. I Loved her books and so does my daughter.
Posted by Lizzie on November 17, 2009
I adored Enid Blyton books as a child. I am now in my 50s! My favourites were the Adventure series. I especially recall reading them on holiday in Cornwall, I just think the books were magical and a fantastic read! My daughter, now in her thirties, was also a great fan and we have a third generation discovering her books! The granddaughters are big fans of Noddy
I think it is wonderful that children still adore her books and get so much fun from them and I hope that will continue for ever!
Posted by Beverley on November 17, 2009
My mother has two first edition books. She is wondering where we can look to find out if they have any value. They are 'My Book of Rhymes' and 'Nursery Rhymes'. In good condition.
Thank you for your time.
Posted by Cathy the Sado on November 17, 2009
Hello, My Aunty had a plaque in her bathroom many years ago, it started, "Please remember, don't forget, never leave the bathroom wet." I can't remember the rest of the words and would be grateful if you could help. Cathy
Posted by Sharon on November 17, 2009
I loved Enid Blyton's books as a child in the 50s, but I am saddened by what I have read about Miss Blyton's behaviour. Has anyone come to the conclusion that I have, that she suffered from Narcissistic Personality Disorder? Her behaviour fits the bill completely. Her parents' fights and subsequent parting would all help to form a narcissist. They get worse as they get older. I have a sibling with this disorder and it is quite horrible. They just do not know how to love.
Posted by Pauline Gorvett on November 17, 2009
Please could I ask which boarding schools were Gillian and Imogen sent to and were the stories that Enid Blyton wrote (Malory Towers) centered on the experiences of her own daughters?
Posted by Wartime Child on November 17, 2009
At the age of 73 I can still feel the warm feeling of snuggling in an armchair with an Enid Blyton book. Paper was rationed and books were like gold dust but my mum travelled by train to the next town where she had heard some Enid Blyton books were available. Please can anyone remember the annual of 1943/44? which had a poem dedicated to wartime children. It started: 'There's no ice cream for you to eat, no sugar biscuits crisp and sweet ... and ended, 'We grown-ups think we've lots to bear, but boys and girls you've done your share'. How do I still remember this, when I have difficulty in remembering what I did last week? I would love to hear from anyone who remembers it.
Posted by Dorothy Featherstone on November 16, 2009
My only relative outside my parents and brother was my cousin Dorf - she lived next door to Green Hedges in Beaconsfield. I longed to meet Enid Blyton and would try to see through into the garden, but my parents and Dorf wouldn't let me go and knock on the door. She died when I was six years old and I wished I hadn't had to 'respect her privacy'!
Posted by Blessed on November 16, 2009
I've been a fan of Enid Blyton since I was a child. It started when my mom bought the first book of Enid Blyton for me. I can only recall that book is known as "Betsy May", blue background and Betsy May is sitting on a swing. However, that book has small print and I was not used to reading such small print then so I didnt complete it eventually. But for all these thirty years, this book has been on my mind and now I want to read my first book of Enid Blyton - "Betsy May" again. I have looked through your list of books and I can't find that book cover with that title. Maybe I have recalled the title incorrectly. But at least I can recognise that cover. I am wondering if there were many reprints in which the cover was changed. I intend to read and pass on the books to my children next time. I hope I can find that book again. Please help me. Thank you.
Posted by Patricia on November 16, 2009
Hello, I didnt like the film starring Helen B. Carter. I have always been an Enid Blyton fan, from the age of nine. Apart from Noddy and the fairy stories, and Mr. Muddle. My absolute favourites were always "The Island of Adventure," "The Castle of Adventure" and the rest in the series. I thought she was magical.
Posted by Suzanne on November 16, 2009
My mother was an Austrian refugee who was employed by Enid Blyton in her household in Green Hedges. The accounts she told me about Enid Blyton were very true to the BBC production. She was not a nice employer, she was not nice to her daughters and cared more about their dog than her own children. I wonder if her daughters are still alive and had any say in the production.
Posted by Mehak on November 16, 2009
I want to know if I can get in touch with Enid Blyton's daughter, Imogen Smallwood? Is there any way I can write to her? Where is she residing at the moment? Please let me know as soon as you can! I would be very grateful.
Posted by Jenny on November 16, 2009
Does anyone know where I can get a copy of The Land of Nod? It's my mum's favourite story and I can't seem to find it anywhere and I have lots and lots of Enid Blyton books!! Thanks.
Posted by Karen on November 16, 2009
I have a daughter who is extremely interested in Enid Blyton, her favourite books are about Malory Towers, St Clare's, Famous Five and Secret Seven. As I was growing up myself I was made aware by my mother and aunt that their mother (my grandmother) was in service when she left the north, and came down to London. To their knowledge their mother, Elizabeth Black, was Housekeeper to Enid Blyton. My daughter is so excited about knowing this information, but we have no way of confirming this information or dismissing it. Would anyone know how we would go about trying to find out if this information is correct? Thank you.
Posted by Julie@Owlsdene on November 16, 2009
I have just read your message, Chris, regarding the large sundial from Green Hedges, do you have a provenance for this item? And as Barney has already mentioned, it would be fascinating to know more.
Posted by Pushkin on November 16, 2009
My mum was a parish councillor and, when Green Hedges was demolished and the new houses built, campaigned to have the new road called Blyton Close in memory.
Posted by Chris Herring on November 15, 2009
I am the man who owns the firm that demolished Green Hedges in 1973 for the builder Frank Perfett of Penn, Buckinghamshire. I have the large sundial that was on the right hand side of the house, I am looking for a good photo of it. I would consider selling it if the right offer is made.
Posted by Elaine on November 15, 2009
I loved Enid Blyton as a child, now I am reading the books to my six year old. Tuppeny, Feefo and Jinks and Mr Pinkwhistle. Love them!
Posted by Beatriz Silva on November 14, 2009
Being Portuguese I would like to say that when I was younger my brother, my sister and I read several times all the books of Enid Blyton. Now it is very difficult to find them here in Portugal, as they are no more sold. So as one of my sons also likes Enid Blyton and he can already understand English, I buy her books of the Famous Five from Amazon.
Posted by Mrs Edward Cullen on November 14, 2009
Hey, I'm so glad about the Enid Blyton biopic. I'd really appreciate it if someone would record it and upload it on YouTube. I'll be dying to see it! Thanks.
Posted by Hugo Strotbaum on November 14, 2009
Dear Society and followers,
Is there anybody out there who can tell me more about Enid's youngest brother Carey Charles Blyton (1902-1976) ?
Vital statistics and other basics?
Thank you
Posted by Lucy on November 12, 2009
Hello, you are my favourite author! I love reading and really enjoy reading the Secret Seven books. I have read all of them and have started the Famous Five. My all time favourite book is "Secret Seven Adventure," book two. I get them out of the library. I like to read them in bed but sometimes they're too scary and I can't get to sleep for a long time! From Lucy. P.S. I am eight years old.
Posted by April June on November 11, 2009
Why, Marilyn Penny! I was born in Canada, and am living in it in an orphanage right now -- and Enid IS known! Her lovely books are in many bookstores. My late Canadian parents were travelers, and I accompanied them on most of their trips -- but I lived in Canada for most of my eleven years, and to my knowledge Enid Blyton was always popular here. Perhaps this is because we live in different places?
Posted by Maisie on November 10, 2009
Hello Barney, Just to mention that the BBC have put out a press pack for "Enid" on their Press Office site, it may be of interest to your members.
Posted by Stephen Isabirye on November 10, 2009
During Enid Blyton's heyday, America had their own versions of The Famous Five, Secret Seven, etc, such as The Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys series. However, probably, if Enid Blyton and her company had seriously considered marketing their books in America, their books would have been better known. Enid Blyton visited the USA only once. Maybe, if she had visited the country more, maybe even like 2-4 more times, punctuated by book signings, her books would probably have been better known in the country. Her "heir-apparent" JK Rowling makes several trips to America that include book signings as well as appearing on several prominent top TV shows. To some extent, this may explain why her Harry Potter books are popular in America. If Enid Blyton had done the same, maybe she and her books would have been better known in North America.
Posted by Rachael on November 10, 2009
How many books did Enid Blyton write?
Posted by Marilyn Penny on November 9, 2009
Love Enid - but here in Canada she is all but unknown ... how is that possible ???
Posted by Maisie on November 9, 2009
Hello Barney, BBC4 have put up a website page for "Enid" and there is another clip of the programme on the site. Regards, Maisie
Posted by Nigel Rowe on November 9, 2009
Anne, there are at least four Facebook accounts. Type Enid Blyton into the search box, and they should come up!
Posted by Diane on November 8, 2009
Hello, I am writing about Enid Blyton for my English project at school and have found your website very interesting. Please could you tell me whether Enid Blyton has won any major book awards? Thank you for your time. Diane
Posted by Lisa on November 8, 2009
Just like to say, I love Enid Blyton books and have read most of them! They're fantastic! I would advise many people to read, and become part of the adventures!
Posted by Maisie on November 8, 2009
Hello Barney, Perhaps your members may be interested to know that there is now a clip on You Tube, a preview of the forthcoming biopic "Enid". Regards, Maisie
Posted by Mark Lloyd on November 8, 2009
Thanks Barney for your reply of the 6th November to my original enquiry about the book based on Brecon. My memory is a bit vague because my childhood was some years ago!! However, I think that the story referred to a real gravestone in the Cathedral churchyard of a French Prisoner from the Napoleanic Wars. If this helps to narrow down the book please let me know,otherwise I shall research the titles you mentioned in your reply. Thanks again, Mark
Posted by Anne on November 7, 2009
I do not even know how to express how Enid Blyton made me the person I am today. Her books molded me into being who I am and I need to inspire that in my nephews and nieces. Please create a fan group on Facebook; that way you can reach out to many young people who are online but without character.
Posted by Amy Elizabeth on November 7, 2009
Lovely site! Enid Blyton is one of my very favourite authors. I have many books of hers, and I hope I shall be able to obtain many more! I started reading Enid Blyton's books when I was five and was immediately absorbed in them. Sometimes I wish I was older than ten, much much older, so that I could have had a chance to write to Enid Blyton! And I wish I had a dog just like you, Barney - that would be wonderful!
Posted by Mark Lloyd on November 6, 2009
I have a query - can anyone help? I come originally from Brecon, Powys, in Wales. I recall reading an Enid Blyton story based in Brecon when I was a child. Can anyone please give me the name of the book? Many thanks.
Posted by Tony Summerfield on November 5, 2009
What you must remember, Alicia, is that the original Blyton hardbacks were published in their thousands, so there is no chance whatsoever that the original text will be 'lost forever' as you put it, as most of the books from her main series are still out there somewhere. There is a danger that some stories might be lost, but we are talking here about books that have never been reprinted and therefore won't have had any text changes. So don't panic, the future of non-updated text is quite safe!
Posted by Alicia Johns on November 5, 2009
Barney: As I understand it the copyright to Enid's books lasts until midnight on 31/12/2038 so Chorion are able to do what they like. I worry that the original texts could be lost forever. Would someone be able to publish or preserve the original non-updated versions of her texts?
Posted by Raymond V Alarez on November 5, 2009
Where do I buy the hardcover blue book, "Secret Seven Mystery" by Enid Blyton? On the cover are seven children holding hands.
Posted by Nita on November 4, 2009
Hello, I've just joined. I wonder if you can tell me when the 2010 Enid Blyton Day will be held?
Also, are there any groups in Melbourne, Australia?
Posted by Jennie on November 4, 2009
Hi Barney, Where can I find the biography that Enid Blyton wrote herself on the computer? Thanks!
Posted by Debs on November 4, 2009
Heyo Barney! Could you please tell me when Journal no. 40 comes out? Does the online store sell "Island of Fog" by Keith Robinson? Thanks! Debs.x
Posted by Dollychivers on November 4, 2009
I've just bought a copy of 'Five go to Mystery Moor' and the dealer said it was a First Edition. I didn't pay over the odds for it but would like to know... how can I tell?!
Posted by Betty on November 3, 2009
Hi, I have a Noddy car with Big Ears and a grey-faced golly, can you tell me if the car with just Noddy in it was made before or after my car? Mine is made of cast with plastic parts. Thanking you.
Posted by Anonymous on November 2, 2009
Could you please tell me the value of my book? It's called "Noddy in the Land of King Ho-Ho" and it is in black and white.
Posted by Ellie on November 2, 2009
Enid Blyton is my favourite ever author and I was wondering how many books and stories she wrote before she died.
Posted by Eni on October 31, 2009
Just bumped across this page while checking out for anything on my most adorable "Enid Blyton's" books and I was delighted to know there are thousands of people worldwide who cherish her books just like I do. Since my junior school days I haven't been able to lay hands on any Blyton books, I don't mind getting old copies, can I also buy? Thanks for your society. I'd like to join immediately. What is the best method to pay the £13? I am in ABUJA, NIGERIA.
Posted by Renee Pollard on October 30, 2009
I would just like to say that I have a 1917 copy of "Knock Three Times" by Marion St John Webb in almost perfect condition. It is nearly 93 years old and such an interesting book. It is a green and gold hard cover with all the illustrations intact and I was just wondering what an antique like this would be worth today? If anyone has any information for me please feel free to e-mail me at reneepollard07@live.com.au Thank you.
Posted by Maisie on October 29, 2009
Hello Barney, just noticed on the BBC Press Page that "Enid" is being shown on 16 November, BBC4 at 9-10.30pm.
Posted by April June on October 29, 2009
I simply cannot get enough of the Enid Blyton Society, just like I can't get enough of Enid Blyton's books and stories! Whenever I can, I go to this website. It's wonderful, and I never tire of it! I wish to thank Mrs. Anita Bensoussane very much for compiling Enid Blyton's biography, and for all the information she provided about one of my favourite authors. Enid Blyton is indeed amazing. Here I can learn more about her and her books than I ever thought I could!
Posted by Little Bird on October 28, 2009
Hello Barney, Could you tell me if there is still a copyright on all of our beloved Enid Blyton books please or can anyone use (or abuse?) her lovely stories in new releases? Thank you.
Posted by Toffee Princess on October 28, 2009
I'm trying to track down an Enid Blyton book much cherished from my childhood which included three children whose rabbits were stolen and they had to go to a strange land to retrieve them. They had to grow wings and sneak off in the middle of the night and the wings flew off on their own the next night. The title 'The Land of Nowhere' springs to mind. Can anyone help please?
Posted by Letitia on October 28, 2009
I have several little comics called Enid Blyton's Sunny Stories dated 1937 which my Aunt used to place one at a time on the end of my bed when I spent my summer holidays with her. Would these be of interest to anyone.
Posted by Sharon on October 26, 2009
Please can you help me? I cannot remember a book's name I had as a child. I know it had toys and a naughty doll if I remember, but I am sure it wasn't "The Toys Came Alive." I loved that book. Many thanks.
Posted by Phil Penfold on October 26, 2009
Barney: Could you tell Val Ward (October 1) that I have a fair First Edition copy of "The Christmas Book," and I'm happy to give more information to her if you can put her in touch with me? The cover is green, with a gold embossed illustration of holly and mistletoe, with the Wise Men's star above it. I'm not a dealer, by the way - just the owner. Best wishes, Phil P.
Posted by Lulu on October 26, 2009
Hi,
I've just come across a book tiltled 'The Greatest Book in the World' by Enid Blyton which is personally signed by her and addressed to a 'Rosalind Watson' with words "with my warm thanks for all your help and my best wishes from" followed by her signature. The book is bound and printed in England by Hazell Watson and Viney Ltd, Aylesbury and London.
I'm curious to konw if this book was addressed to the daughter or some relative of the printer? Could you please shed some light? Also, what is the value of such a book? I am currently collecting vintage children books.
Posted by John on October 25, 2009
Hi, Barney I recently purchased a copy of "First Term At Malory Towers"- printed 1952- for my daughter. She was delighted to receive it but was saddened by the fact that pages 3 and 4 were missing. Would any of you or any of the members be able to help with what the lost pages said. Thank-you, John
Posted by Cheryl on October 23, 2009
My sister and I (both mums to young children) living in Seattle and Melbourne Australia, love Enid's work. I would desperately love to purchase the "Naughtiest Girl in the School" series for my seven year old niece. Can anyone help? Thank you so much. PS, my lovely husband just completed a poster of the Faraway Tree for my little son's school book week... and won.
Posted by Peter on October 23, 2009
Just now I cried, just a little bit. I cried because today my seven year old son came home from school, talking about the land of the Faraway Tree, which he had just seen in an animated film that must have impressed him very much. He loved the characters, Silky, the Saucepan Man, etc. So this evening I Googled and found this Enid Blyton Society page, with her year-by-year chronology, and then I realised Enid had died the year before I was born. Yet she had had such a profound effect on me as a small boy in Primary School growing up. I had all but forgotten it, but my son brought all these memories rushing back... the Famous Five, the Secret Seven, the Faraway Tree, these were the favourites I had grown up with, and suddenly I have a yearning to read them again, to regain the feeling of being in that fantasy land that existed between her writing and my imagination. She is the best children's author that ever was, and I dare say that if one enjoyed her as a child, one can enjoy her again as an adult. Her writing never ages. May her memory stay alive in us for ever.
Posted by Megan on October 23, 2009
I would like to introduce my six year old granddaughter to the Enid Blyton books. I regret to say I never read them as a child myself and therefore I'm unfamiliar with them, though many titles are familiar. Would you be kind enough to suggest a starting point, i.e. three or four books to start her off with? I would be reading them to her, but don't want to start off with books that are too old for her. Would appreciate any suggestions.
Posted by Pattie on October 21, 2009
I have a copy of "The Castle of Adventure" which I won in a competition in (I think) the Enid Blyton Magazine - this must have been about 50+ years ago. It is signed "congratulations and love from Enid Blyton" and I am wondering if the book has any value.
Posted by Green Meadow on October 20, 2009
Can't help commenting that I wish with all my heart some kind publisher would publish Enid Blyton's original works just for adult purchase and reading, as it seems to cause so much controversy for children. It just means so much that not even one element of her work should be altered because it completely ruins the "feel" of the stories and you really can SENSE it. My friend and I were discussing the new prints as compared to those we read as children and how different they felt!!! I'm afraid the joy of Enid Blyton's stories will gradually be lost with time. As for me I'll aways cherish my childhood memories of Enid Blyton stories, the adventures, magical tales, family and animal stories etc. - they certainly are the greatest ever!
Posted by Julie@Owlsdene on October 20, 2009
Thank you, Barney. I've read the link you posted. Enid would be so proud I'm sure that her granddaughter is continuing to write about Noddy.
Posted by Julie@Owlsdene on October 20, 2009
Hello Barney, I'm just catching up reading your notice board and got to the message posted by a lady called Julie also. But I was just wondering what article she was referring to. Obviously the book written by Sophie, but I wondered where I could read the post. I may have missed it somewhere. Thank you, Barney.
Posted by Tony Summerfield on October 20, 2009
Just adding to Barney's reply below, apart from not commenting on Sophie's book as I haven't yet seen it, I wouldn't anyway have expected it to have reinstated the golliwogs. The reason for this is that the book was written and illustrated in the style of the original classic Noddy Library books and all golliwogs were removed from these about twenty years ago. It would therefore be a complete nonsense to have a set of books with no golliwogs in, if they suddenly reappeared in the new book. They were actually removed for sound commercial reasons. The BBC were prepared to take out a licence to both republish the books and put Noddy back on television, but they made the condition that the golliwogs had to be removed. As this would put Noddy back in the limelight, Darrell Waters considered this to be a sensible move and one that Enid herself would almost certainly have approved of.
Posted by Zahraa Himdan on October 19, 2009
What's up Barney? I am a great fan of Enid Blyton and am really concerned to find out when I can read more but can you tell me any libraries I could go to to find more books? In addition I really enjoy writing to you. Thanks.
Posted by Julie on October 18, 2009
I agree with you, Tony Summerfield, about the golliwogs being omitted from the book by her granddaughter. It was too ridiculous when he was taken off the Robertson's label all those years ago. Society has taken PC to the limit. He is one of her characters and should be recognised with the respect he deserves. He always brings a smile to my face, and those of my child. If you teach children to love and respect in the true fashion, there shouldn't be racism, anyway.
Posted by Nicki on October 18, 2009
Thank you so much, Barney. As soon as I saw the name I knew that yes, the book I am looking for is "The Very Big Secret."
Posted by April June on October 18, 2009
I wish all of the original Enid Blyton books were still in print; for I want to read them all, and I do so want to read a great many of her other stories, such as "The Family at Red Roofs" and "Tuppenny, Feefo, and Jinks" and the "Sunny Stories". It's such a pity that some of Enid Blyton's works are out of print now. I would have enjoyed reading them very much. But I guess even if they still were in print it would be hard to get them, being an orphan. Sometimes I feel like Dinah or Lucy-Ann, since Dinah doesn't have a father and Lucy-Ann is an orphan. I sometimes pretend they're my friends, although I love all nature, animals and wildlife and Dinah doesn't. Oh, well. Here, Barney - I have a nice meaty bone for you!
Posted by David on October 18, 2009
Re "Nature Lover's Book." Thank you, I am sure you are right, David
Posted by David on October 17, 2009
My mother fondly remembers a favorite Enid Blyton book she had as a very young child but cannot remember the title. The book was definitely a nature book and contained stories, some told by 'Uncle Remus'? and also things to do and look for. Can you tell me what this book is likely to be called so that I can get it for her?
Posted by Suvom on October 17, 2009
I'm trying to find a story about a round man with a round cat who lived in a round house and I believe it was written by Enid Blyton. I can't find it in any of the story books I've managed to locate. Do you know if this is an Enid Blyton story and if so in which book it can be found?
Posted by Nicki Nightingale on October 17, 2009
I am looking for an Enid Blyton book thar I loved as a child, I thought it was hollow tree house but, on reading a review of that book I realized it wasn't. It is about some children, I think their mother was away. they found a baby in the garden and ran away with it to live in a hollow tree, after they were found their mother came back having had a baby of her own. Does anyone know the name of this book.
Posted by Divyesh Shah on October 16, 2009
I would be extremely grateful if you could please help me obtain a copy of "Tuppenny, Feefo and Jinks" by Enid Blyton. I live in Sydney, Australia, and really would love to reread, and then pass on this great adventure which I read when I was a child in Kenya.
Posted by Sue on October 16, 2009
I have vague memories of my schooldays when the teacher read out a story in instalments, I believe that the book was written by Enid Blyton. The story featured a grey pumpkin which could only be stopped by the touch of a black leaf. Does this sound familiar to anyone, can you put a name to the story?
Posted by Natalie Warner on October 15, 2009
I have all 24 of the Noddy books. All but two have their original dust jackets and I was wondering if they would be worth anything? At the time of purchase all 24 books were 4s.6d. Thank you for your help. Kind Regards, Natalie
Posted by Stephen on October 13, 2009
Deb, I had always been led to believe that Enid Blyton never had a personal secretary...with the exception of probably during the latter part of her life when things began getting a little difficult, especially in matters pertaining to health. Wow, this is great news, especially for those interested in Enid Blyton's personal history.
Posted by Deb on October 12, 2009
My great aunt was Enid's secretary for a while. We have a boxed set of silver forks with a handwritten note from Enid thanking Janet for being a wonderful secretary and wishing her all the best for her future. I'm interested to know the value of this. Can anyone help?
Posted by Alicia Johns on October 11, 2009
Did Enid ever connect her school stories? I.E. do St Clare's, Malory Towers and Whyteleafe exist in the same "universe"?
Posted by Shadow on October 10, 2009
I really wish there could be a Famous Five badge! I never had a chance to join... Could you tell me more about the Secret Seven as well as the site please? THANK YOU!
Posted by Sue Webster on October 9, 2009
Hi, super, gorgeous dog! I was in the original Famous Five Club and still have my newsletters, membership card and badge. It was sad when it closed. Do you know of any other Famous Five Club I could join? Thanks, Sue
Posted by Claire on October 6, 2009
Hello, my Aunt Bet nursed Enid towards the end. My mother was given a lot of signed books to Christine Stoner. I don't know where they are now, but I would love to trace them and purchase them back.
Posted by Constance on October 5, 2009
Please could you tell me if my Faraway Tree card game, that has a little note from Enid Blyton in, is rare, or did they all come with little notes to the children in them? Thanks.
Posted by Roger on October 5, 2009
Hi, Tony sorry to be a pain, my wife accidentally deleted the list of the Brockhampton strip books, could you if possible re-send me them please? Many thanks, Roger.
Posted by TG on October 4, 2009
Just as well that we have Anita to check things over in her ordered mind. Sure enough she was puzzled about the reference to “Blyton Close” in the words I wrote about "The Big Enid Blyton Book” (I could have been “testing” her of course)! I tend to condense time because it passes so rapidly and her posting prompted a search for the correct date, which also brought back many memories. As I waded through earlier lives I found that I’d visited the Beckenham and Bromley districts in September of 1979 where I hunted down a few relevant sites. I went back to Penn Road ten days later and it was quite a shock to find that Green Hedges had disappeared and there was now just a little place named after the renowned author. Sadly … Enid Blyton’s life had come to a Close. I’ll have to notify Tony to alter the details because we must get these things right.
Posted by Jerry on October 3, 2009
For Val Ward: "The Christmas Book" can be bought here for about £7 plus postage -
The Christmas Book
Posted by Maisie on October 2, 2009
Hello Barney, I attended the preview of "Enid" last Friday and thoroughly enjoyed the BBC drama, she is depicted as being a really strong minded woman and the biopic explains a lot about her early life, how it affected her writing and made her the wonderful children's author that she clearly became. During the Q&A session the BBC producer mentioned that he'd had meetings with the Enid Blyton Society to allay any fears that this drama would be unsympathetic. If I hear when it is being broadcast, I will post a comment! Regards Maisie
Posted by Val Ward on October 1, 2009
Where can I buy a copy of "The Christmas Book" - preferably the 1944 1st edition but any edition would do? I had this book as a child in the 1950s and loved all the stories of Christmas within it and would like to read it to my Grandchildren.
Posted by Mary Lea on October 1, 2009
I was introduced to Enid Blyton books by a junior school teacher in the 1940s. She read several of the 'Secret' books to the class and we listened as we were transported by these wonderful stories. I have a set of 8 volumes of Newnes Pictorial Knowledge which my parents purchased for myself and three siblings in the 1930s. These gave us hours of pleasure on many rainy days. Enid Blyton is listed as Assistant Editor. One of the volumes contains several short stories but the name of the author is not given. 'Peepo and the Magic Brush', 'The Wonderful Circus', Hush-Hush the Owl' and 'Tiptoe's Magic Paint'. Can anyone tell me if Enid Blyton wrote these stories?
Posted by Anonymous on September 29, 2009
Hi, I collect a lot of Enid Blyton first editions, however the strip books i.e. Mary Mouse, Noddy and the others, all the titles of all strip books were available in an illustrated catalogue from Brockhampton Press. I doubt whether I will be able to get a copy of this. Anyone know of such a list other than the Cave of Books? Please,I would pay for one, MANY THANKS.
Posted by Enid-Jo on September 28, 2009
Heyo Barney! Why isn't "The Secret Valley" on the website anymore? Why is "The Mystery of the Disappearing Tramp" not written by Trevor J Bolton? Thanks! xxx Enid-Jo xxx
Posted by Anonymous on September 28, 2009
Hi, Barney what is the Mystery Of The Burnt Cottage about?
Posted by Muminah on September 27, 2009
Hi Barney! Thanks a lot for your advice. I sent a mail to Mr. Tony Summerfield and he made the change for me. And I am very happy to be registered in the forums column.
Posted by Juan on September 26, 2009
My mum is looking for a book about a character called 'Twinkledee' who is a pixie. This book was also made in the shape of a 'crossed legged - seated' pixie and was possibly in rhyme. It was around 1955 when she remembers reading it at the age of four years so if anyone has any details at all it would be great! She does remember this extract: 'Twinkledee tied grandpa gnome's whiskers to a daffodilly tree' - what a naughty pixie !
Hope someone can help.
Thanks.
Posted by Muminah on September 26, 2009
Hi Barney! I have just registered to the forums page and the user name is actually my father's name. So, now will I be addressed in my father's name? Can't I change it or isn't there any way which would make me be called by my own name?
Posted by Muminah on September 22, 2009
Yes, Barney! Of course. Sorry for letting out dear old Buster. Without Buster they wouldn't be the Five Find-Outers and Dog. If there was no Buster, Bets and the others would never guess that Fatty was in disguise. And Fatty would have a really hard time facing Goon, and Goon will be very happy with no Buster dancing and yapping around his heels.
Posted by Muminah on September 21, 2009
Hi! For the past few days I have been reading the Five Find-Outers and Dog series, and to tell the truth it's nearly the third time that I'm reading them all and I never felt even a little bit bored. Fatty and his disguises, his ventriloquism, the way he lets his tongue loose and recites poetry, his correct deductions and his clever words which drive Goon crazy are all marvellous! Fatty is my favourite character in all Blyton books. I love to read the parts where Fatty makes Goon mad. I have no words to explain Fatty's brilliance. I wonder how Enid Blyton created such an interesting character. I'm sure if Fatty really existed he would become the next Sherlock Holmes. Out of the whole series "The Mystery of the Strange Bundle" and "The Mystery of the Invisible Thief" are my favourites.
Posted by Taab on September 20, 2009
Hi Barney, Am looking for "Book of Brownies" and Hop, Skip and Jump stories. Where may I buy them from? Thanks.
Posted by Wendy on September 18, 2009
Hi, We have been sorting through some (very) old stuff in storage today and came across Sunny Stories edition 1 The Tricky Gollywog. From searching the web I see this may have a value...is there anywhere on the web I can get an idea please? Kind regards.
Posted by Muminah on September 17, 2009
Hi Barney! I came across an Enid Blyton book (The Five Find-Outers and Dog - "The Mystery of the Secret Room" - A Dean Publication ) which had a page about an "Enid Blyton Trust for Children". Has it any connection with your society? Does it exist now?
Posted by April June on September 16, 2009
Amber, good luck to you in writing your stories! I hope you still have a mother - she has good taste if she likes Enid Blyton's books. I write many stories too, when I find the time. It's amazing, what imagination can lead you to and what it can make you do! I use my imagination a lot in my life, and use it to make my life here in the orphanage as comfortable as possible. I still have some of my books - most are Enid Blyton's, but I also have "Anne of Green Gables", "A Little Princess" and "Pollyanna". All are wonderful books. On my eleventh birthday - September 4, 2009 - I used my imagination and imagined a lovely birthday party. The only thing is now, I half live in my imagination - and that's the truth!
Posted by Michelle on September 13, 2009
Hello, I was wondering if there are any copies of the book Mr Tumpy and his Caravan. Thanks, Michelle.
Posted by Sophie on September 11, 2009
Hi there, I am looking for an original copy of Shadow the Sheep-dog for my father. Would you know where I could find one? Kind regards, Sophie.
Posted by Amber Wright on September 11, 2009
Hello, I am Amber Mae Wright. I am a girl who reads a lot of Enid Blyton Books (I get that from my mum) Its a pleasure reading them... I love The Famous 5 series! But I also write books myself. When I am Older I want to be as successful as Enid Blyton.
Posted by Atul on September 9, 2009
Hi Barney .... Thanks for your earlier suggestion. the little girl in India has received a surprise .... full set of Barney 'R' Mysteries! we can go one better ... and make her a member! How can we do that? Can make a payment here but need to register her details as a member. Can I call a number for membership and pay over the phone? Best regards - Atul
Posted by Charlene on September 9, 2009
I wonder if you could help me, this may be a bit of a long shot. When I was a child my mum used to read a story to me about a selfish girl called Biddy who went through the story wanting everything, she saw a balloon seller and said "I want them all", she took them and floated away.
I am not entirely sure that this is an Enid Blyton but the writing style is very similar, from what my mum can remember the story was in a book of other stories and is proving rather difficult to track down.
Posted by Elizabeth Delzell on September 8, 2009
I am trying to discover the title and author of a children's book about their garden that I used to have but have lost. The children enjoy seeing bulbs begin to grow in spring, they give their mother a bunch of daffodils for her birthday, they have a cat who visits the garden at night, and their baby sibling enjoys pulling washing off the clothesline in the garden. Can anyone identify this book, probably published before 1950?
Posted by Paul on September 7, 2009
Hi all, I have some 78 records of Noddy stories read by Enid Blyton. The records are in very good condition, has anyone any idea of value?
Posted by Linda on September 6, 2009
I am looking for reproduction dustjackets, or even just a decent colour copy of the front cover from Famous Five 1st ed books - in particular "Five on a Treasure Island" and "Five Go to Demon's Rocks." Can anyone help?
Posted by Lima on September 5, 2009
That was really helpful, thank you Barney. The thing is, I was 'google-ing' up for "The Enid Blyton Book of Fairies" in other online stores but the result that came up was a book called "A Book of Fairies" by Enid Blyton. Published by Rewards, I believe. Are they the same book? Forgive me for being too persistent on this subject.
Posted by Penny Gribble on September 5, 2009
Looking for Hop, Skip and Jump book for sale.
Posted by Lima on September 5, 2009
Thank you Barney! I've got some more questions if it's okay with you. Do they have a new version of "The Enid Blyton Book of Fairies" or do I have to get an older copy? And if they do, would 'Pinkity and Old Mother Ribbony Rose' be altered like some of the other 'modernised' Enid Blyton stories? Thanks.
Posted by Petula.T.J.Fernandes on September 4, 2009
I would like to know if there is a free Enid Blyton club I could join. Thanks, P.T.J.F
Posted by Lima on September 4, 2009
Hey. I was wondering if anyone knows an Enid Blyton story about a fairy and a ribbon shop. I also vaguely recall something about how they made ribbons from clouds or something similar to it......thanks.
Posted by Emma on September 3, 2009
Barney, I have a quick question for you. I was looking in the review for the Faraway Tree Stories and I saw that the names of the children are Jo, Bessie and Fanny. In the newer edition (I think in the 1990s) the names are Joe, Beth and Frannie. Did they change the names during the years??
Posted by Stuart Evans on September 3, 2009
For sale - nature plates by Enid Blyton and Eileen Soper in leather case. No pin holes. Make me an offer 01229430547
Posted by Megan Molenaar on September 3, 2009
Hi, My most favourite books ever as a child were the Enid Blyton Faraway Tree series. I now have two daughters and am currently reading "The Folk of the Faraway Tree" to my eldest daughter, however it is a modern reprint and I am very disappointed in the illustrations. I would love to get a copy of any or all of the books in the series illustrated in colour with some of the older style illustrations but am unsure if such a thing exists. Could anyone tell me if there is an illustrated colour copy and if so what its ISBN and publishing details are so I can track it down? Thanks in advance for any information, regards.
Posted by Muminah on September 1, 2009
Hi! I have a Famous Five book called "Five Caught in a Treacherous Plot". I think that it is not the original name as at the end of books printed by "Hodder and Stoughton" , where the whole name list is available this title is not there. This particular book is an "Aladdin" publication. Could you please tell me the real name of the book? The story is involved around a place called "Owl's Dene on Owl's hill" and this story is where Dick gets kidnapped instead of the wealthy Richard.
Posted by Nan on August 31, 2009
Thank you Barney for your reply. I have googled RL Stevenson and WB Rands' poems, but they are not the same ones. The Land of Nod poem goes: "Land of Nod is over the moon and across the silvery sea, It's turn to the left and turn to the right and over the tallest tree. It's a wonderful land the Land of Nod, with fields full of woolly white sheep, But no one is ever allowed there, unless they are fast asleep". The Caravan Man poem first verse goes: "The Caravan Man can mend a pan, or a teapot that's lost it's spout, he knows the names of the birds and flowers, and how to tickle a trout". There are two more verses. Perhaps someone who may read this may know where these poems come from. As a child I would usually only read Enid Blyton books so thought they must be from one of them. I have some of her books and am now letting my granddaughter read them so she can get the pleasure from the stories as I did. I have now managed to track copies of her 'Book of the Year' from the internet so may get one now thanks to you Barney. Regards Nan.
Posted by Muminah on August 30, 2009
Hi! Since there are three Enid Blyton Journals per year, will they be published after every four months, like April, August and December? Or when are the three Journals issued? And, like there is a museum for Sherlock Holmes, is there a museum for Enid Blyton in England?
Posted by Will Webber on August 30, 2009
I have a box set of 30 pictures by John Turner for Enid Blyton's Old Testament and I am struggling to find any information about them, can anyone supply any?
Posted by Nan on August 30, 2009
Many thanks 'Barney' for the answer to my query about an Enid Blyton book that I had in my childhood. How clever of you to know so much! Seeing its list of contents brought back memories of other stories and poems I used to read. I wish I could get a copy of the book, but fear it may be expensive if I do happen to track one down. There are two poems I remember from other books that I think may have been Enid Blytons and are titled : 'The Land of Nod' and 'The Caravan Man', but were they actually penned by her and if so what books were they in? I remember the verses of these having learnt them as a child and thanks to my good memory have them written down. Once again many thanks and look forward to your reply.
Posted by Louise on August 29, 2009
I remember from when I was a small child (late 1950s/early1960s) two stories and would dearly like to track them down. I am reasonably sure they are Enid Blyton but not 100%. One story involves a girl who lied to her mother that her bike had been stolen, when in fact she had just hidden it because she was meant to have washed it and had not. The second involves a child (I think) going to some sort of sweet shop and choosing what she wants. There is a description of all sorts of things like nougat and bonbons. Can anyone help me? This has been on my mind for decades as I can't recall the entire story and would love to!
Posted by Anonymous on August 29, 2009
Hi Barney, I'm trying to locate a children's poem where the last lines are ....."Sally Slick or Sloppy Sue, now answer truly, which are you?" Can you help, please? Thank you.
Posted by Mumina on August 29, 2009
Hi! I am from Sri Lanka. I found this site quite by accident. I have really been stuffing all ideas of Enid Blyton within me since I was eight. There was really no proper person whom I could speak about or share my ideas about Enid Blyton. And now thanks to your site I have found the whole Blyton family. I have a lot of Enid Blyton books and I keep on reading them over and over again. I even force my younger sisters to read them because I believe it will give them the pleasure which it gave me. And thankfully they have improved and are gradually becoming ardent fans just like me.
Posted by Nan on August 29, 2009
Please can anyone tell me the name of an annual Enid Blyton book about 1950's time. It was published every year and had poems and stories for every month of the year in it. I was given this book when I was a youngster for Christmas and can remember the poem about the Germander Speedwell in one of the issues. Thanks.
Posted by Mumina on August 29, 2009
Hey Barney, Enid Blyton's stories are so awesome! I sometimes wonder whether there are any real places like Malory Towers or St. Clare's. Are there? I am from Asia and I really got to know the beauty of your country after I read Enid Blyton's stories.She really brings out the beauty of England and her description of all the food gives us a feeling as if we are really eating it. And I am very happy that there is such a club as yours which brings all Blyton fans together .GOOD JOB!
Posted by Rayeed on August 29, 2009
Can anyone tell me where can I get the two books of St.Clare's written by Pamela Cox?
Posted by Josie on August 28, 2009
On your list of books by Enid Blyton is it possible for you to put the publisher that first published the books, or is that not possible?
Posted by Maisie on August 28, 2009
There is a preview and Q&A session of BBC's "Enid" on September 25 at 18:30 pm (6:30 pm) followed by a Q&A at 8:00 pm at Princess Anne Theatre, BAFTA, 195 Piccadilly, London. Thought this may be of interest to your members. Helena Bonham Carter, Dennis Lawson and Matthew Macfadyen will attend.
Posted by Susan B on August 28, 2009
Please can someone tell me if Sunny Stories for Little Folks measures the same size as Sunny Stories? Thank you very much,
Posted by Paul B on August 28, 2009
Thank you for your correct response Barney. Indeed it was "The Queer Adventure". I didn't realise the name had been changed, although that doesn't surprise me. To my delight my daughter (now aged 22) has just informed me that she still has my old hardback version in her book case. I shall enjoy reading it again after many years, hopefully this weekend. Even in middle age I still delight in reading Enid Blyton every so often, Five Find-Outers being my favourite series.
Posted by Ken on August 28, 2009
Did Enid Blyton receive any titles, was she Dame Enid Blyton for example? If so when did she receive this title? Thanks Barney. Hope someone takes you for a walk, Ken.
Posted by Anonymous on August 27, 2009
How do I know whether I have joined the society or not if I post a money order to your respectable society?
Posted by Paul B on August 27, 2009
Can anyone tell me the name of an Enid Blyton story (cannot find it listed here) about a couple of children who visit a land frequented by giants? I remember one part of the book where they shelter from the giants in a cuckoo clock, the cuckoo living in the clock befriends them. My memory is a little hazy for other details of the book. Needless to say they return home to their 'proper' world safe and sound by the end of the novel. Thank you for any help on this.
Posted by Ilsa Cheeseman on August 27, 2009
Another possibility for Michelle's memory of the train journey could be from "The Adventures of the Wishing Chair" when the children go to rescue their cat and Chinky takes them to a tree at the bottom of their garden, twists a piece of bark which makes a door slide open. At the bottom of a stairway is a passage which takes them to a station where they catch a train which has many passengers - gnomes, elves, rabbits, moles etc.. The train stops at many stations until they get out at their destination. I wonder if that rings any bells, Michelle?
Posted by Nigel Rowe on August 27, 2009
Michelle, as Barney says, there are several stories where a 'magical' railway journey is featured. Indeed, in The Land of Do-as-You-Please ("The Magic Faraway Tree"), some of the Faraway Tree folk go on a fascinating train journey. However, I think the one that you are thinking of concerns Hop, Skip and Jump's trip on the Green Railway in "The Enid Blyton Book of Brownies". The Green Railway is discovered by holding tight to a ring of mushrooms whilst saying a magic rhyme. "Mushrooms, take us down below; One, two, three, and off we go. Rikky, tikky, tolly,vo!" The brownies all sink through the ground and end up at the little railway station. Stations on the line include Fiddlestick Field and Giggleswick.
Posted by Laureen on August 26, 2009
Hi I was looking through your lists of books and decided to make a check list of the books I have and found myself at a loss. I have 60 or so hard cover books not on your list by the date they were published, no paperbacks were listed by their date published, 3 strip books not on your list, and one Jigsaw??? Where can I get an accurate list to check my Enid Blyton books?
Posted by Michelle on August 26, 2009
I grew up on Enid Blyton books and have just found this website. I particularly loved the Malory Towers and St Clare's series. However, I have been trying to find out, for several years, the books which contain two stories from memories I have. As the only books I can remember reading were Enid Blyton, I hope the following will be recognised.
One was a story about someone going through a door and down a tunnel (under a tree?) and finding a station where a train called at various stops - toytown etc? I seem to remember there were pixies, elves and toys on the station waiting for the train and they got off at various stops.
The other is a memory I have of a girl losing a shoe on the beach and eventually finds it under a bunch of seaweed. It might have been a red sandal? As I live near the sea, everytime I see seaweed I get a flashback of this story but cannot remember the book.
Posted by Jacquimac on August 26, 2009
My son just read my copy of "The Adventurous Four," a Sunday School prize from 1981. He has read it four times, so I went to the library and got "The Adventurous Four - Shipwrecked!" But the twins' names have been changed! Anyone know why? Thanks.
Posted by Mamacat on August 26, 2009
Hi Barney, it's lovely to meet you and I'm very glad I found this website (quite by accident!)
I too grew up on a steady diet of Enid Blyton stories and still revisit them occasionally. There was one story I particularly loved about the magic fly away cottage and Mother Mickle Muckle (I think that's right.) Sadly I have no idea where the book is now and don't remember its title (from memory it was a collection of stories by Ms Blyton.) I would love to read that story again!
Thanks for providing this site, reading the comments has brought back many happy memories.
Posted by Anonymous on August 25, 2009
Can anyone tell me which Enid Blyton book told the story of the brother and sister trapped by a genie in a cave, and only released after the genie couldn't straighten one of the girl's hairs?
Posted by Gnanesvari on August 25, 2009
I love your books. They are fantastic and I feel that I want to be a character or a Secret Seven member when I read your books.
Posted by Shadow on August 21, 2009
Exactly, can't they understand that some work just cannot be improved, it really ruins the whole taste. Wish someone would take heed. Recently, I bought a new set of Adventure Series which has the original cover illustration, it is the closest to the original ones I may get now. I do hope that the contents have not been edited. Those in Britain are certainly the luckiest! It's costlier for overseas readers to buy Enid's books and much harder to find them all. Thanks for information, Barney.
Posted by Grace on August 21, 2009
Hi! I really want to read the books of Enid Blyton but at the moment I do not have the money to buy them. Do you know any online sites where I may read them?
Posted by Shadow on August 20, 2009
Hehe, no I didn't forget and you're smart Barney. A pat and biscuit for you. I love the story of "Shadow the Sheep-Dog" and all the other miscellaneous stories like "The Six Bad Boys," "House-at-the-Corner," "Come to the Circus!"...and Noddy too! I hope more titles of Enid's books will be made available worldwide. Most of her books cannot be found anymore.
Posted by Nigel Rowe on August 20, 2009
Bethany <3; it's difficult, as Barney said, to make a constructive reply not knowing your age. As Barney says, Enid Blyton isn't for everyone - who is?! However, you obviously like her enough to search out this website and post a comment! I guess by "using the same plot" you mean that most mystery/adventure books contain secret passages, villains, flashing lights etc. Possibly true, but most Agatha Christie books contain murders and detectives! Can you have too much of a good thing? Glad that you have enjoyed at least some of Enid's books! :-)
Posted by Shadow on August 20, 2009
Wuff Barney, I've loved Enid Blyton since I was a child. I'm re-reading and buying more old books by her. My wish is that publishers will re-publish all her original books. That would be so so great!!! I love all the illustrations in the original versions shown in this site. Thanks to all here for bringing us the old and warm memories of this truly enchanting author. Enid's stories are always enchanting and adventurous, they simply don't age with time! My favourites are the Enchanted Wood, Wishing Chair, Family Collection, Willow Farm, Cherry Tree Farm, Malory Towers and St. Clare's, the various -minutes tales and adventures series of Famous Five, Five Find-Outers, Secret Seven, Snubby & Co., Jack, Kiki & gang, Mike & Prince Paul, Amelia Janes. In short I just love anything from Enid Blyton.
Posted by Bethany <3 on August 19, 2009
Apparently the only Enid Blyton books that I enjoyed are "The Secret Island," the Enchanted Wood and Malory Towers books. I think that Blyton's other mystery/adventure books are boring, cliched and extremely repetitive. I mean she uses the same plot of almost every mystery/adventure book!!!
Sorry but that's my opinion. Don't hate me for it!!! Haha!
Posted by Zubin on August 18, 2009
I like Enid Blyton. She is my favourite author. I love the Famous Five. Where can I get the Famous Five movies?
Posted by Emma on August 18, 2009
Atul, I am 12 and I would also recommend the Faraway Tree stories and the Wishing Chair series.
Posted by Atul on August 18, 2009
Hi Barney, Need your expert help. Need to buy Enid Blyton books for an 11 year old in India ... understand that she is a 'big' fan. Can you kindly suggest what series are suitable for that age group? Best regards, Atul
Posted by Sarah on August 17, 2009
Hi Barney, My name is Sarah, I'm from Germany. I've got many Enid Blyton books like the Malory Towers series (it's called Dolly in German) and the St. Clare's series (it's called Hanni & Nanni in German! That's funny.) And I love the books. They are so great. Next year, there will be a movie about St. Clare's in the cinema. But only in Germany I think because they make the film in Germany. Sorry for my bad English, but I'm from Germany :-)
Love, Sarah
Posted by Samara on August 16, 2009
I love Enid Blyton and this site. Just wondering how many books Enid has written in total, the ones under pen names as well (I know of Mary Pollock)?
Posted by Sue Webster on August 16, 2009
Hi Barney, lovely dog! Just read "The Ragamuffin Mystery" and it's great! I'm a bit like Snubby, getting into trouble. I read my books over again, Famous Five books, Secret Seven books, school stories, adventure books etc and it's great to be with the children in the stories sharing their adventures and excitement. Just been reading the messages and you said that Enid had little contact with her family, close to her dad but not her mum. I'm like that - get on great with my dad but mum and I have very little in common except singing and cats - we dont really get on.
Posted by Amy on August 14, 2009
Does anyone know of an Enid Blyton book which makes a mention/has pictures of a circus acrobatic group called Tovarich Troupe?
Posted by April June on August 14, 2009
I simply love this site! It's wonderful, filled with lots of information about such a brilliant children's author. I'm ten, and I've loved Enid Blyton ever since I was five. I've loved lots of other books too - I'm a real bookworm - but the books by Enid Blyton are some of the books I love the most. They're so absorbing and enchanting and thrilling! They just pull me into a magical world which no one else can enter, a magical, reading world full of adventures. Maddi, you're so lucky! I really wish I could write to Enid Blyton and get a Secret Seven and a reply from the amazing children's author. I'd get the same thrill as you, Maddi; truly I would. I simply ADORE Enid Blyton!
Posted by Josie on August 14, 2009
Do you know where I could buy or even find these books?:
"A Complete List of Books By Enid Blyton" 1951. "Enid Blyton: A Bibliography of First Editions and other Collectable Books" by Mason Willey 1993.
I live in NZ, so something near there would be better for the cost point of it.
I found "A Complete List of Books" in an Auzzie Library but it will be very expensive to get it over here, to NZ. Thanks.
Posted by Zoe on August 13, 2009
Excellent site which has brought back childhood memories. I loved the Faraway Tree.
Posted by Enid Blyton Fan = D on August 13, 2009
Does Award Publications have a website? If so please give me the link!
Posted by Samara on August 11, 2009
Love the site! I've seen "More Adventures on Willow Farm" online saying first published in 1942, but on here it says 1943, why is that? I see lots of different copies of the same books but with different coloured cloth covers and all say first edition. Why is that?
Posted by Suzanne on August 10, 2009
I started ready Enid Blyton at a young age and periodically re-read the 'Malory Towers' series because I loved them so much. Even now at forty three I gain that special something that gives me food for the soul.
In my opinion Enid Blyton had that special something that in its uniqueness will never be recreated by anyone else.
I still cry when I read them..
Posted by Maddy on August 10, 2009
I started reading the Famous 5 & the Secret 7 from third grade. When I read these books I loved them.
I just thank Enid Blyton for writing such wonderful books.
Posted by Paul on August 9, 2009
The phrase "no just cough, don't be absurd" popped into my head, and this site came up. Must be 35 years since I read the Book of Brownies! That and the Faraway Tree and the bit where the Famous Five could hear the sea booming away above them in the smugglers' tunnels were the bits I remember most fondly. It's been good to rediscover the synopsis, although I think I'd find rereading the things a bit disappointing.
Posted by Joanna Durham uk on August 9, 2009
As a young girl growing up Enid Blyton was my idol. I've read and re-read her books so many times and I still do as a adult, lol. I scour the charity shops and car boots looking for books I haven't read. My favourite book of hers is The Secret Island, I adore the story and it's by far my favourite. Has nobody else got a favourite book of hers?
Posted by Maddi on August 9, 2009
Just discovered your site, using google by the way! - Enid Blyton is a sort of guardian/goddess feeding my soul when I was a litle girl. Think I read everything she ever wrote and she is an integral part of my childhood - so pleased to see that she still is doing the trick then. Also just to share with you, and I worked out by the date I was seven at the time, I wrote to Enid and received a postcard of the Secret Seven in reply! From Green Hedges and thanking me for my letter. Well miraculously I still have it and I did use it for a bookmark as suggested. I wonder if children reading today would get the same thrill that I did on hearing from the author who I more or less worshipped! Just going to the library and finding one of her books (that I hadn't read) I was in heaven. My thanks to her indeed. ps I still have my copy of the 'Treasure Hunters' too.
Posted by Vanessa on August 9, 2009
Hi. I am Vanessa Chia, I love reading Enid Blyton's adventures stories. Can I buy the books in the website? Where can I buy the books of Enid Blyton in Malaysia?
Posted by Anonymous on August 6, 2009
I want to buy the books but I want to know if they have been changed or edited in any way-politically corrected- or otherwise?
I want the real original text that I read all those years ago. Also are the illustrations the original ones? Not the 60's style but the 40's and 50's.
Posted by Thomas on August 6, 2009
The positive aspect of twitter is the search mode search.twitter.com. Many journalists are now using twitter to get fresh information on themes. A twitter account would direct them to this site.
Posted by Jacqueline on August 6, 2009
Thank you Sue and Kate Mary for that info....don't I feel silly! I was sure Enid Blyton wrote it, but I was only 10 and it's a long time ago. However I did read loads of EB as well! Am on the trail for it now so I can read it to my little granddaughter.
Thanks again, what a lovely site this is.
All good wishes, Jacqueline
Posted by Nigel Rowe on August 6, 2009
Personally, I agree with Barney. I think the first syllable of TWITTER sums it up perfectly! This website is the doyen of the Blyton world, why go anywhere else for updates to this site? It's all here!
Posted by Hibah on August 6, 2009
Hello everyone, I love reading the Famous Five books and the Mystery series. I just wanted to ask are the Barney series just as good for me to read? I'm 11 this year, and are they suitable for me to read? Of course, all Enid Blyton books are great! Have a great summer everyone by reading Enid Blyton's books!
Posted by Ally on August 5, 2009
Hello I am a huge EB fan and I am doing some research for a project at school, by reading the EB biography it sounds to me like she didn't like her family members. For example no family members were invited to her first wedding and she didn't attend her father's funeral.
Posted by Thomas on August 5, 2009
Hello, perhaps it would be a good idea to get a twitter account and post some updates there.
Posted by Sue on August 4, 2009
Hi there Jacqueline,
"Adventure in Purbeck" was written by Eileen Meyler, circa 1955. Hope this helps!
All good wishes,
Sue
Posted by Kate Mary on August 4, 2009
"Adventure in Purbeck" is by Eileen Meyler published by the Epworth Press 1955. Haven't checked ebay, but there are a couple of copies on abebooks.
Posted by Jacqueline on August 4, 2009
I remember a book called, I think, "Adventure in Purbeck", when I was about ten. I absolutely loved it and now find myself living very close. Can't find the book anywhere, have I got the title wrong? It was definitely about the Isle of Purbeck....lovely story, inspired me loads! Thank you, Jacqueline
Posted by Lesley on August 3, 2009
I remember reading "The House of Adventure" in the 1950s. The children find an empty house where the table is laid with food covered in dust. It is not on the list - Is my memory playing tricks?
Posted by Jack on August 2, 2009
Hi all, I'm looking to collect some mint/fine Famous Five, Secret Seven, Malory Towers and St. Clare's Blytons...Can anyone please advise me a good place to buy this sort of thing? Thanking you, Jack
Posted by Sue Webster on August 1, 2009
Hi, Could someone tell me the titles of the other Malory Towers books written by another author and St. Clare's books plus any Secret Sevens and Famous Fives. I know there are other books but I've forgotten who wrote them. Thanks from Sue.
Posted by Enid-Jo on July 31, 2009
Heyo Barney! Which series of Enid Blyton's books are your favourites? Mine are Five Find-Outers, Adventures and The Barney Mysteries. Luvya!
Posted by Sierra on July 30, 2009
Hey, does anyone know how much Enid Blyton earned from her books? Just out of curiosity, lol. And was she rich?
Posted by Susannah Hervey on July 30, 2009
I would be most grateful if you could help me, I am trying to get hold of an email address to ask permission to use the stories of "The Adventures of Pip" by Enid Blyton in a free children's newsletter which I am planning to release later this year. It will be a Junior Nature Reserve Membership in Billericay, linked with Basildon County Council. This will give the children of Billericay more insight and hands on projects to do with our three nature reserves. I have always read "The Adventures of Pip" to my children and thought that the stories would be a real highlight amongst a quarterly newsletter. Many thanks.
Posted by Samara on July 29, 2009
Is there a way to identify a 1st edition "Brer Rabbit Again" book if it is missing the dustjacket?
Posted by Anonymous on July 29, 2009
Can anyone please identify the story that starts..."Brer Bun was the best dressed rabbit in dusty/dusky wood. As he stepped out of his cottage one fine morning he said:...."
Posted by Chris on July 28, 2009
I recently came across a small book, "Noddy and the Magic Goldfish" - with magic spelt
'magig.' Does anyone have information about this book? Value etc.
Posted by Shirley on July 28, 2009
Could you please tell me when Enid Blyton came to Australia and where she visited?
Posted by Anonymous on July 27, 2009
Hi, I am trying to find an old story tape that I used to have as a child that I would love for my son. It was Naughty Amelia Jane read by Su Pollard. Any ideas? Thanks.
Posted by Sherina Chetty on July 27, 2009
I grew up with Noddy and Big Ears. Unfortunately my Mum passed on my books. I would love to purchase them and read them to my six year old grandson who has heard about them from me. Where can I purchase them?
Posted by Arshavi on July 27, 2009
Hi Barney, I wanted to know whether Enid Blyton's Trust for Children is still going on? Thanks.
Posted by Julie@Owlsdene on July 26, 2009
Thank you, Barney, it's on my list of priorities.
Posted by Julie@Owlsdene on July 26, 2009
In response to the message by Judith, I too would have loved to view Green Hedges. This lovely house inspired me to paint it in a watercolour and since then I've turned it into a Wentworth jigsaw, which the online shop is kindly selling on my behalf. I have as yet to see the representation at the model village, to compare it with my own interpretation from the original black and white photos.
Posted by Judith on July 24, 2009
My children aged 6 and 12 were desperate to go and see Green Hedges as they knew it was where Enid Blyton spent a lot of her life. We have seen a little representation of it at the model village, but to our horror once at Beaconsfield, found it had been knocked down. We were horrified. Do you know why? How long did Enid Blyton live there? We are therefore planning to go to Old Thatch. Is there anywhere else we should go?
Posted by John Rees on July 24, 2009
Hi. Two questions. I noticed in Waterstones this week that the continuation book 'Secret Valley' has been published. I know stories have been written based on other series and I wonder if they have been published too? Also. I have a memory of seeing a photo of the driveway at Green Hedges, with Enid leaning out of her car to stroke a dog. Have no idea where I saw it. Anyone have any ideas? Many thanks.
Posted by Georgina on July 24, 2009
We have a signed first edition of Enid Blyton's "The Island Of Adventure" and we were wondering if you could give us an estimation of its value. It's missing its dust cover but the signature is definitely genuine. Published 1944.
Posted by Jack Trent on July 24, 2009
Have a great admiration for Inspector Jenks, Fatty and Bets. Like George, Kiki parrot and Tim, or Timothy. Dislike T. Goon, Mr Roland in book 2 of the Famous Five and Rooky in "Five Get into Trouble"!!! So long Tim, wish I could meet you.
Posted by Alan on July 21, 2009
Hi. Can anyone tell me where I can pick up a copy of the book advertised on this site...
called "Mr Pink Whistle's Big Book", with lots of stories in it? If you could, I would be grateful, as all the ones I have found advertised seem to be advertised with red covers, unlike the one shown here with a picture of Pink Whistle himself on! If anyone can, help please! Thanks, Alan.
Posted by Mr. Peters on July 20, 2009
May I request the site to be submitted to Google AdSense. This can help search engine rankings as I believe such a great site does not deserve to stay in the middle when you search 'Enid Blyton'. Also that way the site owner can fund the site directly from Google. Isn't that amazing?
Posted by Royston on July 20, 2009
I have lots of 60s and 70s Enid Blyton books for sale, all in good condition. They were bought for me when I was 6 (I'm 38 now so this gives you an indication of how long I've had them). To find out more email rcsnumber6@hotmail.com. I am in the UK by the way :)
Posted by Sherry on July 19, 2009
Growing up I really loved the Naughtiest Girl in the School series. I have been trying to find copies of the books for years. Do you know of a bookstore in Boston that might sell them?
Posted by Enid-Jo on July 17, 2009
Heyo Barney! When will the password next change? I thought it would change when the new journal came out. Thanks!
Posted by Nathan on July 17, 2009
I remember my first Enid Blyton book was an audio of "The Secret Seven" and from then on I fell in love with Enid Blyton's works. My mum had advised me to read the "Famous Five" after months of just Secret Seven. So I took up "Five on a Secret Trail" as an audio tape and when you are 10 years old it can be scary and I remember stopping the tape while lying in bed to go to sleep, it was so scary. Thanks for the brill website even though I'm 14.
Posted by Alexis-Natalie Mae on July 16, 2009
My first Enid Blyton book was back in 1997, when I was starting primary school. The fantasies, magic, fellowship and adventure she encouraged not only became a point of escape and comfort as I went through my parents' divorce, but made me every bit the indie, book-devouring, music loving, alternative kid today. Attending law school in England, and visiting my flatmate's family in Dorset (think Famous Five and ginger pop) was like coming home after a decade.
Thank you for keeping the flame alive.
Posted by Irene Chua on July 15, 2009
Hi Barney, I'm from Singapore. I grew up reading Enid Blyton's books - Adventures of Mr Pink Whistle, The Faraway Tree, The Wishing Chair, Famous Five, Secret Seven and many more... It's really part of my childhood and it ignited and instilled my interest in reading up till now. I've also enjoyed reading your witty answers to the readers' questions...always make my day!
Posted by Fran on July 12, 2009
I have Enid Blyton's "The Bluebell Story Book," "The Daffodil Story Book" and "The Fifth Holiday Book" published by John Gifford Ltd, they were my mum's. Anyone have any information on them? There is no obvious published date, etc. Could they be worth anything to anyone? They are in quite good condition.
Posted by Jennifer Leigh on July 11, 2009
I grew up in Wales and I am now in Canada. Enid Blyton's books were the first books that I read and loved. I loved Noddy and the Faraway Tree. To this day I love anything to do with fairies and such....do you know of some famous book quotes?
Posted by Shireen on July 10, 2009
The first book I ever read by myself was an Enid Blyton book (one from the Secret Seven series) and this was in 1966! Since then reading has been a great hobby of mine. Enid Blyton's writing had a major impact on my life - it broadened my outlook, created global awareness, was the inspiration for me to complete my studies, leave my country for better opportunities and generally live an exciting life (as far as possible without getting into too much trouble!).
Posted by Kathy on July 8, 2009
Hi there. I have an Enid Blyton book titled "The Mystery of Holly Lane" and it was published in 1956 by Methuen & Co. My question is there is a foreword page that starts off "Dear Children" and a paragraph about all the other books in the series and then at the bottom it says, "Best wishes to you from Enid Blyton," which looks like it was signed by her. I was just wondering if this is a real signature or if it is just a copy that was placed on all of these books. The signature is a different shade of black than the writing itself. I look forward to hearing back from you. Kind Regards, Kathy.
Posted by Emma on July 8, 2009
Hello everyone! If any of you have any Enid Blyton books, will ship them to Scotland and are willing to sell them for a good price, I am interested!
Posted by Rachel on July 8, 2009
Whilst having a clearout for a forthcoming move I have come across a book from my childhood, a Sunshine Picture Story of Enid Blyton's "Little Black Doll". Having just re read it I feel it may be quite controversial in today's political climate. Could you tell me if it has any monetary value on today's market?
Posted by Enid-Jo on July 8, 2009
Heyo Barney! I was on Amazon looking for Trevor Bolton's "The Secret Valley" (it was under Blyton) and I found it, but I also found a book called "The Secret Forest" under Blyton. Was this by Trevor Bolton too? Thanks!
Posted by Shazia on July 8, 2009
Can I know how many children did Enid have?
Posted by Mrs Harcourt on July 7, 2009
I have found in my attic what I believe is a first edition copy of Tales from the Arabian Nights in a pale blue cloth cover. I am trying to find someone who can give me more information about this book - when published and how much it may be worth. It was printed by Newnes and it says it is a John O'Londons Childrens Library Book. Please can you help! Thank you for your time.
Posted by Rob on July 6, 2009
I would have to say without a doubt that this site is the 'official' Blyton site!
Posted by James on July 6, 2009
Hi Barney, can I copy the images of the books to my own site? And all the covers? It is increasingly getting hard to get good quality first edition images for the books. Of course I'd link to the images in the website, but the question is of copyright. Chorion's www.EnidBlyton.com did not in the least give me any information! I am sorry to feed you with questions, but just one last (I sound like a schoolboy LOL): which is the OFFICIAL website of Enid Blyton? and do you know of a website with good Enid Blyton information and less graphics, because I'm on dial-up and it gets very hard to load? Hope you can answer some of the questions at least! Regards, James
Posted by Katheline on July 4, 2009
Hi Barney, Does anyone know where we can get Famous Five books in U.A.E, DUBAI?
Posted by Kate on July 3, 2009
Thank you so much for the information, it's a fantastic book and my 9 year old son thinks it's the "bees knees". He uses it as a guide when we go for walks along the wall. Thanks again.
Posted by Kate on July 3, 2009
Hi, I have a green cloth-covered hardback book by Enid Blyton called "Enid Blyton's Nature Lover's Book." The dates inside are 1944, 1945, 1947 and 1947 again, can anyone tell me if these dates are when it would have been published? Thank you.
Posted by Shazia on July 2, 2009
I am not buttering you up Barney. I have read all your books.
Posted by Shazia on July 1, 2009
Hi, I am Shazia. I love all the books of Enid Blyton. I like you, Barney. You are so cute. I wish I had a dog like you. I want to know who married Bets in the Five Find-Outers and Dog series. Also, whom did Fatty marry and how many children did he have?
Posted by Rose on June 30, 2009
I have used Sunny Stories in my classroom especially ones that had a moral pertaining to events in the classroom!
Posted by Nicci on June 30, 2009
I am looking to find the lyrics as well as a download version of "Im a Niddy Noddy Man" Can anyone help with this?
Posted by Heather Toms on June 30, 2009
I have two Mary Mouse strip books of the same story i.e. "Hurrah for Mary Mouse," but they have two different covers. Why is this? Heather.
Posted by Zahraa Himdan on June 28, 2009
Hey Barney, I am so interested in your books and I loved the Naughtiest Girl series. Mostly I love the way your books are so imaginative but tell me, have you ever known somone who has a mum and dad like Joan's? I thought that's how Enid got the idea, do you know?
Posted by Lynne McKenzie on June 28, 2009
Searching for a Noddy story that starts, "We've come to the station to wait for the train, we all want to catch it you see. There's Big Ears and Noddy....." and they all catch the train and journey through Toyland visiting the Skittles etc.
Posted by Liraneil Gomez on June 27, 2009
I love Enid Blyton's books. Each story has a lesson like 'Clever Mr. Trusty' and others.
Posted by Steve on June 23, 2009
Barney,...I have purchased many Enid Blyton books on Ebay. Alas, very few have dustcovers. Is there a place that sells reproductions of the orginal covers I could get to put on my books?
Posted by Holden on June 23, 2009
Hello there. I am looking for a book my Grandmother used to read to me when I was a boy. It was a collection of stories about elves, pixies and fairies. The only story I remember concerns a naughty pixie who steals people's washing and hides it down wormholes, only for the clothes to be discovered when mushrooms grow from the holes. What's the name of this book? Kind regards.
Posted by George Ambrose on June 23, 2009
I have a full sixty print collection of; stories and notes to Enid Blyton nature plates in good condition also the Enid Blyton 1956 book printed by Robert Maclehose; alsothe L J F Brimble 1953 book printed by Robert Maclehose. Would you know a buyer for me?
Posted by Enid-Jo on June 19, 2009
Heyo Barney! How are you? I was just wondering if you could tell me when the next Journal comes out? Thanks! xxx
Posted by Christopher Kenyon on June 18, 2009
I have a large collection of Enid Blyton books, many of them are first editions. I am looking to sell these books. Can you point me in the correct direction please? Many thanks.
Posted by Steve on June 18, 2009
I have recently revisited my old Famous Five books. Someplace I read Julian, Dick and Anne's surname was Kirrin. That's incorrect isn't it?
Posted by Amy on June 18, 2009
I am trying to find a book I think was by Enid Blyton. It featured a little girl who had been poorly and who fell behind at school. She was always very neat and tidy and her teacher complimented her on this which made her feel happy. Any ideas?
Posted by Hilary on June 17, 2009
Hi, please help me, 27 years ago I used to read my daughter a story by Enid called 'Bubbly the Mischievous Pixie', it was in a book of short stories. She is now pregnant and I want to buy the book for her...It had a green cover. Any ideas??
Posted by Emma on June 16, 2009
I am trying to track down an early Noddy book that contains a song with the line; "What shall we eat at the party? I think I'll start with a little jam tart." It was my brother's favourite in the mid/late 1950s. Does anyone know which book this came from?
Posted by Emma on June 15, 2009
Miss Valerie, Do you have prices for the books? I am interested in all of them.
Posted by Valerie Robins-Dawkins on June 14, 2009
In reply to whoever, these are the books I have for sale: Five On Kirrin Island, Five Go Adventuring Again, Five Run Away Together, Five On A Hike Together (1st Edition), Five On a Treasure Island, Five Fall Into Adventure (1st Edition), Five Go Off in a Caravan, Five Go Off to Camp, Five Get Into Trouble (1st Edition), Six Cousins at Mistletoe Farm (1st Edition), The Rilloby Fair Mystery(1st Edition), The Secret Severn (1st Edition), Second Form at Malory Towers, Ring O' Bells Mystery (1st Edition), The Mountain Of Adventure, Enid Blyton Treasury. If interested get in touch.
Posted by Emma on June 13, 2009
This is for Valerie Robins-Dawkins, Miss Valerie what books do you have for sale and how much are you selling them for?
Posted by Ella on June 12, 2009
Can you tell me what Enid Blyton book Fefo, Tupney and Jinks were in as my memory fails me!
Posted by Valerie Robins-Dawkins on June 11, 2009
I have a lot of books dating back to 1947 all in pristine condition with original sleeves, some of which are first editions. They're all Enid Blyton of course. If anyone can help me to sell these I would be very grateful.
Posted by Julie@Owlsdene on June 10, 2009
Hello Barney, I know you are a busy chappie, but I was just wondering when a report would be on the site about the 2009 Enid Blyton Day. Best wishes - Julie
Posted by Katharine on June 7, 2009
Thanks Barney for the info about Enid Blyton related places to visit. Looks like I might need a couple of days to fit everything in!!
Posted by Anonymous on June 6, 2009
Was Enid Blyton friends with any other author?
Posted by William on June 6, 2009
Thank you Anita for recognising that an error had been made in relation to the compilation of A Biography of Enid Blyton in which it is stated that Enid Blyton had won a scholarship place at the Guildhall School of Music.
Looking forward to seeing the entry removed.
Regards,
William
Posted by Anita Bensoussane on June 5, 2009
Your comment about the music scholarship got my cogs turning, William. To be honest I can't actually remember where I got that piece of information from (I've just skimmed through Barbara Stoney's "Biography" and a couple of other books to no avail) and I may well have been mistaken, so thanks for pointing it out. I'll have that sentence altered but can't do it myself so it will have to wait until our webmaster, Keith Robinson, has time to change it - he already has a few things on his "to do" list! Thanks again.
Posted by Harry on June 5, 2009
Hi, I have been re-reading "The Folk of the Faraway Tree" and I have noticed several references to "Google Buns". I wonder if Larry Page, the founder of the company 'Google', read the book and liked the name!
Posted by William on June 5, 2009
Hello, I read with interest Anita Bensoussane's brilliant biography of Enid Blyton. There is however something a bit puzzling about her reference to Enid having won a scholarship. Here are the actual words from the piece she wrote: "...Towards the end of 1916 Enid Blyton was due to begin studying at the Guildhall School of Music, having won a scholarship place." I have done extensive research on the subject and am sure that Enid Blyton had won no scholarship place. Please then can you ask Anita for an explanation with a view to withdrawing the erronous information.
xmagician
Posted by Katharine on June 4, 2009
Hi, I'm planning a trip to Beaconsfield and wondered if anyone knows of any Enid Blyton related sites in the area I could visit? By the way, I love this site, especially the new links to the most popular books.
Posted by Michelle on June 2, 2009
Hi Barney, I loved the St. Clare's and Malory Towers books. I know Malory Towers was set in Cornwall as much reference was made to it in the books but do you know where St Clare's was set? I don't remember any reference to any location.
Posted by Jason on June 2, 2009
Hi, Have just started reading my little boy the Famous Five books and he loves them! Does anyone know where in the UK the books were set? Thanks.
Posted by Sue Webster on May 31, 2009
Hi Barney, what is this story called "The Secret Valley"? It's not one I've heard of before and where can I get it and how much is it? Also what can be bought in the Society shop? Thanks.
Posted by Nigel Rowe on May 31, 2009
Good to see the final series link (Secret series) is active at last! Well done, Keith!
Posted by Liam on May 31, 2009
I want to buy all the Secret Seven series on DVD or whatever has come on DVD. Can you please help me and tell me where I can get it? Thanks.
Posted by Emma on May 29, 2009
I am from North Carolina and I got introduced to the Enid Blyton books when I was about 8 and now I am 12. My favorites are probably the Faraway Tree Series and the Adventure series. My friends also enjoy my books too. I love how with every book they still all have the Enid Blyton charm! Also, I love the website. It has so much information and is very well put together.
Posted by Sophie on May 29, 2009
I am 15 and I have read Enid Blyton books since I was about 7. I still read them and she is my favourite author of all time.
Posted by Lin on May 27, 2009
Hi Barney. I ordered a hardback copy of "The Secret Valley" at the Enid Blyton Day. Have you any idea when they are likely to be sent out? The Enid Blyton Day was first rate as per usual.
Posted by Anonymous on May 27, 2009
Very random, but I remember being bought a little book by Enid Blyton about a girl who goes to a sweetshop where she has to choose which she wants and they are all very colourful. I have no idea of the title and wondered if anyone knows - I think it was a short story and the cover was green with a picture of the little girl outside the sweetshop on the front.
Posted by Rob on May 27, 2009
Hi. I have just taken possession of "Pictorial Knowledge," Enid Blyton co author. Can you tell me more please?
Posted by Viv on May 26, 2009
Brain has gone blank - which is the book with secret writing in lemon or orange juice? Help please!
Viv
Posted by Anonymous on May 25, 2009
I was a fan of the Famous Five and have got a complete collection. I've passed on the books to my son who enjoys them very much. Unfortunately book number 11 ("Five Have a Wonderful Time") is missing from this collection. Is there anywhere I can get back a copy to complete my collection again? My collection is the 70s set in which this book comes with a beige colour soft cover. (The picture of the book is the same as in the article from Keith Robinson.)
Posted by Amanda on May 21, 2009
I live in Lakes Entrance, Australia and have two Enid Blyton books that I can't find any information about. Can anyone give me some more information? They are called Enid Blyton's Little Books No. 4 "Ho-Ho and Too Smart" (there is no date and the book is soft covered) and "The Two Sillies and Other Stories" by Enid Blyton (this book is also a soft cover and is part of the Old Thatch series printed in 1947 at W. & A.K. Johnston Limited Edinburgh & London).
Posted by Stephen on May 20, 2009
Hello Barney, I was reading through the secret messages and I noticed a question on April 24 by an Enid-Jo Stevens, asking if Enid Blyton ever wrote a book containing her own name. Well, I remember reading the book "The Knights of the Round Table" (1930) and I believe there was a character in one of the stories called Enid, I'm 90% sure of this.
Posted by Joanne on May 18, 2009
Hey, can anyone tell me why Enid Blyton ALWAYS used the same names for characters in her books like: Peter, Jack, Dick, etc... And does anyone know if the Famous Five series from the 70s and the other one from the 90s have been released on DVD or VHS?!
Posted by Joanne on May 18, 2009
Hey, I found some cool pics of Enid Blyton. Click here.
Posted by Enid-Jo on May 18, 2009
Heyo Barney!!! I am related to Hannah, who asked you about Enid Blyton as a musician. Once I became a member of this website, I recommended it to Hannah because we both love Enid Blyton books. Love Enid-Jo XxX
Posted by Susan Payton on May 17, 2009
Re: previous post on MiniCine illustrations. The film holder says "Directed by Enid Blyton," but I'm not sure who the illustrations are by...
Posted by Hannah on May 17, 2009
Could you please tell me if Enid Blyton played any instruments?
luv ya
Posted by Enid-Jo on May 17, 2009
Heyo Barney! Have you read all Trevor's Sequels? I have read Raynam Marsh, McGregor's Farm, Canyons of Adventure and I'm reading Five Return to Kirrin Island and The Boy Next Door Returns. Could you please tell me where I could get The Secret Valley from? Love Enid-Jo XxX
Posted by Megan on May 16, 2009
Hi Barney!
I love the Secret Seven. Do you?
Posted by Dave on May 16, 2009
Is there a film of St Clare's and if so who played the twins?
Posted by Lin on May 15, 2009
Has anyone tried to book their tickets for the Famous Five film in August? I got through to the box office to be told that they did not yet have the programme for August and tickets probably would not be on sale until end June/early July!
Posted by Rebecca on May 14, 2009
I have gone through the Interactive Island. The quizzes are
nice but I wonder why there are no challenging riddles over there.
Love, Rebecca
Posted by Super Tyke on May 14, 2009
Hi Barney, Found a copy of 'Child Whispers' 1923 in good condition. Any chance you know what it's worth?
Posted by Susan Payton on May 13, 2009
Hello. I have a large collection of drawings designed for the MiniCine projector which I believe are by Enid Blyton. Snow White, Alice in Wonderland, Brer Rabbit and Cinderella are just a few. I don't know where to start in terms of finding a dealer so I hoped someone on this forum could help. Anyone?
Posted by Enid-Jo on May 12, 2009
Hi Barney! You told me that I would have to be patient and wait for the Barney Mystery button to be usable, and I waited patiently. It certainly wasn't a disappointment!!!
Posted by Nigel Rowe on May 11, 2009
Lisa, there is indeed a DVD of The Faraway Tree. You will have to make your own mind up as to how authentic it is!
Posted by Peter on May 10, 2009
I have the complete set of Old and New Testament Bible pictures in excellent condition, are they of any value?
Posted by Lisa on May 10, 2009
Hi Barney, Please tell me why a movie has not yet been made of The Magic Faraway Tree? It would be wonderful to see this book come to life on screen. Imagine all the characters like Moonface, Silky...I'm sure children all over the world would enjoy such a fantastic story.
Posted by Spotkin on May 9, 2009
Hi Barney, First I want to tell you how wonderful, fun & informative your website is! I love Enid Blyton's books, especially the Adventure Series. It's wonderful to be able to look at the Tresilian illustrations again! Thanks for all your hard work. Now to ask for your help. For years I have tried to find the title of a story that I read when I was around 8 years old. I'm pretty sure it's by Enid Blyton. It's about two girls. One is rich and has lots of beautiful clothes, while the other is poor with ragged clothes. The rich girl is mean to the poor one and her parents give her dresses away to the poor girl. Does this sound familiar to anyone?
Posted by Amanda on May 8, 2009
Desperately seeking the story about Mr. Curly's kettle!
Mean Mr. Curly was given the kettle by a tinker and the kettle was a menace, yet persuaded Mr. Curly to change his mean ways.
I loved it as a child and would so like to find it again for my daughter. Please, can anyone help?
Posted by Margaret on May 7, 2009
Could you help me? I remember reading an Enid Blyton book when I was about 8 (26 yrs ago!) and it involved a boy and a girl going into a shop and buying some toffees, the boy eats one with the letter H on it and starts turning into a hen? It has puzzled me for years! and I can't find it in any of the books I have purchased. Many thanks.
Posted by Sally Anne on May 7, 2009
Did Enid write a short story called 'Little Miss Milligan'? If so what book was it in?
Posted by Enid-Jo on May 4, 2009
Heyo Barney! When will the Secret Series and Barney Mystery buttons on the homepage be ready? I really want to read them as they are two of my favourite series! XxX
Posted by Katie on May 4, 2009
Hello, can you please tell me what was Enid Blyton's favourite book and some of her favourite things, for my school project ?
Posted by Enid-Jo on May 2, 2009
Heyo! Thanks for your information, Barney. I can't wait for Chapter 23 of "The Boy Next Door Returns." It's at such an exciting point! XxX
Posted by Enid-Jo on May 2, 2009
Heyo Barney!!! Could you please tell me what day the new serial chapter comes out? Thanks! XxX
Posted by Gurpreet on April 29, 2009
Hi Barney! I am very happy that we have got a novelist like Enid Blyton. I like her very much and my favourite novels are - "The Children of Cherry Tree Farm," "The Children of Willow Farm," "More Adventures on Willow Farm" and the Famous Five. Thanks Barney!
Posted by Enid-Jo on April 29, 2009
Hello Barney! I love the Secret Series but on the home page you can't read about it like you can with the other series, there is also one other series like this. Why is this please?! Lol - (Lots of Love)
Posted by Kal on April 28, 2009
Hi Barney, I grew up reading and loving Enid Blyton's creations. It made me the imaginative person I am today...in a good way of course :) I love to share her stories with my friends, and friend's friend...through Facebook. What do you and her fans think about this?
Posted by Kate Mary on April 28, 2009
Thank you for that answer, Barney. I assumed that "Bravo, Secret Seven" was an uncollected short story, but I should have guessed by the date it was "Fun for.." under another guise.
Posted by Kate Mary on April 27, 2009
Hallo Barney, you are just the chap I need to answer this question. Has the story "Bravo, Secret Seven", which was published in School Friend magazine in 1963, ever been reprinted in book form? I can't find it at all in the cave.
Posted by Jemima-May Trent on April 27, 2009
Hello Barney, are there only three Bobs books? Yours sincerely, J-M T
Posted by Sue Webster on April 26, 2009
Hi Barney. I love Enid's books and was in the Famous Five Club. Could there be a chance of the club ever being restarted? I'm sure that other members who were in it and fans who were not would like to see this super club reformed.
Posted by Henry on April 25, 2009
Hi all! It seems that Enid Blyton and her books have been forgotten in North America. (Try searching on google - "Enid Blyton in America.") She is virtually unknown because her books are not available/in print there anymore. Surely an American publisher should be made aware that her popular series could make them a bit of money as well as bring enjoyment to many children! Chorion could also do more to promote non-Noddy stories to the American market.
Posted by Tanya on April 25, 2009
Hello, I've recently been given a full set of 1950s Enid Blyton nature - these are supported with hardback books. Would anyone be able to give me an idea of what these are worth, if anything at all? We would like to sell them but we don't have any idea where to start. Thanks, Tanya
Posted by Enid-Jo Stevens on April 24, 2009
Hello Barney! Can you please tell me if Enid Blyton ever wrote a book containing her own name? Love Enid-Jo xxx
Posted by Djamila on April 24, 2009
Hello my friends! How are you? Me? I am good! Pardon me if sense I do not make, for I come from the France. My favourite author is Enid Blyton. I like to read her in English and French. Merci!!!!
Posted by Andrew on April 24, 2009
Has anyone got - or does anyone know where I can get hold of - a signed photograph of Enid Blyton? I don't want a signed book, just a signed photo. Many thanks for looking.
Posted by Lizzie on April 23, 2009
Hi there, I read Enid myself and then to my children and we have a very old, much loved copy of 'The Girl Who Found Sixpence' which we have had since the 1980s but we were trying to find out when Enid wrote the story? We would be grateful if you know the information? We know the version we have is the Collins Colour Cubs which was published in 1982. I love your website, very colourful and a trip to the past with the illustrations. Many thanks, Lizzie
Posted by Rebecca on April 23, 2009
Hello! I am just asking where can we find Enid Blyton's autobiography in this website?
Posted by Peter Reilly on April 22, 2009
I think Enid Blyton was the best children's book author of all time, I always loved reading her books and I still do! Even when I get old I'll take a trip down memory lane for good old Enid Blyton's books! I have quite a collection of her books and I love reading them, especially the Five Find-Outers & Dog, Famous Five and Adventure series. In fact all her books were brilliant! There's something I love about her books that I always love reading, God bless her. May she rest in peace. Are there any DVDs from Enid Blyton? I used to love watching the Famous Five on telly back in the 70s, I'd love to buy the series on DVD.
Posted by Hana on April 22, 2009
Hello Barney! Could you please tell me how many books are in the Mr. Twiddle series?
Yours faithfully, Hana
Posted by Debi on April 19, 2009
Hello Barney! If it is possible, could you please tell me where I can get the book "Letters From Bobs"? I would love to read it, but it may not still be in print. Thank you xxx
Posted by Christine on April 19, 2009
Hello to all of you in England! I'm an Australian living in Germany in the meantime. I'm 60 years old and have so many memories of Enid Blyton's books, Noddy and Big Ears and so on. I love these stories and was wondering by all this popularity if it wouldn't be possible with all the writings of Enid Blyton, these very old ones, to have them be reprinted as big books. You can't let such valuable Literature disappear. I would always be in love with these fantasy stories. Hope I can come to England one day to see this collection. I'm looking for a story called 'The Magic Button.' It was about a grocer who cheated the customers. Fairy Blackstick sewed a button to his shirt that looked like the others, but...this button could talk and called out thief when he was dishonest by weighing something wrongly on the scales. I thought this was from Enid Blyton too but up till now I was unable to find it. Perhaps I'm mistaken. All the best to you, Christine
Posted by Debi on April 19, 2009
Hello Barney! I just wanted to say thank you to whoever set up this website because I love it. I also wanted to thank Trevor J. Bolton for writing the sequels to some of Enid's series. I am a huge fan of Enid Blyton and right now I am struggling to find a lot of her books that I haven't already read so it is good to have the sequels which are almost as good. So please keep writing them!!!!!
Posted by Caroline on April 19, 2009
Hi, please could anyone tell me how many books Enid Blyton has written altogether? Thanks, Caroline
Posted by Naureen on April 18, 2009
I have, thanks Barney! I'm so excited to find it--I've been a fan of Enid Blyton's forever.
In fact, her presence in my childhood was evident when I was moving- I went through my library and found little messages in old Famous Five books, including one from the Tooth Fairy who writes suspiciously like my father does! The book was left in lieu of payment upon the loss of my first tooth.
I do have a question about my membership. I haven't received anything via email-should I have?
Posted by Naureen on April 18, 2009
Hi,
I just found this list after going through an Enid Blyton marathon recently--I was moving and found my old books... Anyway, I managed to catch all the series on TV when they aired, and because for a short time I lived in a country where things came to us ten to twenty years after they aired, that includes the original Famous Five series.
The only thing I'm missing is the Secret Series--I never got to see it. Does anyone know where I might be able to pick up a copy? Or if anyone has it taped and would like to share it with a fan currently living in the United States... Can't find ANYTHING online!
Posted by Smitha Parvathy on April 18, 2009
Can you give me a complete list of Enid Blyton novels on farm life?
Posted by Pierre on April 18, 2009
The Enid Blyton Society website is truly a wonderful site and I am pleased to say that the Famous Five and the Secret Seven are my favourites out of all the Enid Blyton books.
Posted by Stephen on April 18, 2009
I'm trying to remember the name of an Enid Blyton book I used to read all the time as a child. It was about three brownies who go off adventuring, one of their adventures finds them in a land where they are only allowed to speak in rhyme and were only allowed to leave when the ruler of that land couldn't straighten the curly hair of one of their friends. Ring any bells?
Posted by Rachel-Clair on April 16, 2009
I am currently writing my dissertation on Enid Blyton and the Faraway Tree series and I must say this site has been invaluable. I loved the Faraway Tree series as a child and am enjoying re-discovering it as an adult. Unfortunately, I don't seem to be taking very kindly to the critics but am very much enjoying challenging them! Before writing my dissertation, I didn't know this site existed but it's fair to say that long after it is completed, I'll still be a frequent visitor!
Posted by Linda Huyton on April 16, 2009
Hello, I am trying to find the original short story book which contains 'The Girl Who Found Sixpence.' I would like to obtain this special book from my childhood...Thank you, Linda Huyton
Posted by Kylie on April 16, 2009
Hi,
I've been looking for an Enid Blyton book from my childhood...
It had a selection of stories in it, I'm not sure if it was a book of fables or what.
One of the stories was about a boy who was riding a bike and grabbed onto a lorry to go up a hill or something along those lines.
I also remember a picture in it of a girl with a stitch?? There were goblins or golliwogs in the book as well.
Any help with a title for this book would be appreciated, I've been searching for a long time :-)
Posted by Margery Fenworthy on April 15, 2009
In the St.Clare's series, what is the real name of the French mistress Mam'zelle?
Posted by Gemma on April 14, 2009
I have been thinking of a book of short stories I had as a child - not sure if it was Enid Blyton, but I remember in one story a child hiding in a hedge and discovering it lead into a secret land or something like this. The only other thing I remember about the book was that the cover had a dark green background! Sorry, not much to go on, but thought it worth an enquiry.
Posted by Rob Houghton on April 14, 2009
To Mary:
The only Blyton story I can think of is one of the chapters in 'The Magic Faraway Tree' in which the characters go up into the land of 'Topsy-Turvy' where everyone walks on their hands and the houses are all on their roofs with smoke coming out of windows instead of chimneys. Don't know if that's the right story, though!
Posted by Mary Marland on April 14, 2009
Hi All,
I seem to remember reading a story called "Upside Down Village" when I was a very little girl (early 50s). Could anyone tell me if this is one of Enid Blyton's stories or did I imagine it?
Thank you. Mary
Posted by Julie on April 14, 2009
Are the Wishing-Chair series as same as the Faraway Tree series?
Posted by Su on April 14, 2009
Message to Julie - The first story in the adventures of Mr Pink-Whistle sounds like the one you may want. Mrs Spink has four children, they only have one set of clothes and have to spend the day in bed while she washes their clothes for a party the next day. Things keep happening to the newly washed clothes and Mr Pink-Whistle helps out. Hope this is what you were thinking of, Su
Posted by Julie on April 13, 2009
Trying to remember a story which was about children who only had one set of clothes which they got dirty - and they were hanging out on the washing line so the children had to wait in their nightclothes for them to dry! Does this ring any bells?!
Posted by Kenneth Jones on April 12, 2009
Just purchased a complete set of "facsimile" Famous Five books (21).
Has the text been updated, I hope not but one sentence uttered by Dick includes the phrase 20p but free to owners.
Please say that this is an oversight. The original text is essential to take me back on a fantastic nostalgia trip.
Ken
Posted by Rob Houghton on April 9, 2009
Hi Derek!
Nice to see you on the message board! Your mother was by far my most favourite Enid Blyton illustrator. I always feel her illustrations leant great class to any book she illustrated, particularly 'Those Dreadful Children' and the Brer rabbit books and the short story collections. Best Wishes to you, from Rob
Posted by Su on April 9, 2009
I have just purchased Boys' and Girls' Circus Book from a well known trading website and am a little confused. Under the contents page there is a listing for two colour plates mentioned on your site (the front one has been ripped out). I have checked the first chapter and the illustrations (Hilda McGavin) are all there but it was published by George Newnes. There is no date inside and it looks old but no dust jacket. Was this later published by Newnes? Also I have been waiting nearly two weeks to get a login to the forums, have had a welcome email but waiting for activation email. How long should this take. Thanks, am relying quite heavily on your site to catalogue my collection!
Posted by Mary T on April 9, 2009
Just found this site. Enid Blyton was my favorite author as a child (late 50's and early 60's). I would swear the four characters were Jack, Diane, Lucy and Phillip. I've looked here and can't find a series with those characters. Am I crazy? Thanks.
Posted by Derek on April 8, 2009
I am the son of Grace Lodge. I believe that the post office stamp honouring Ms. Blyton used some of my mother's illustrations but I could never get anyone at the GPO to say yeh or neh. With so many people stealing identities we have to be careful what biographical data is made available. If you care to write to me maybe we can come up with something interesting.
Posted by Laura on April 8, 2009
Hi Barney,
What a fantastic treasure trove of a website - I have just spent several very happy hours on it. A lot of hard work has been put in so thank you! I particularly liked looking at how the cover artwork on the books has changed over the years. I have recently discovered the brilliant 'Adventure' series & have been pleasantly surprised to see that the covers on the current books look like they are using the original artwork.
Posted by Steph on April 7, 2009
You'll be happy to know that when I Googled Enid Blyton for my daughter's homework about her favourite author your site came up fourth.
Posted by Donna on April 6, 2009
Hello, Please help! I grew up on Enid Blyton and would not have had it any other way - however lately I have been interested in purchasing collections of the Famous Five, Faraway Tree, the St Clare's series and The Adventurous Four but I was mortified to find new editions have different names and lost chapters. Is there anywhere I can buy the original editions please please?
Posted by Nigel Rowe on April 6, 2009
I did Google "George Famous Five", and to my dismay (sorry Keith!), EnidBlyton.net came up in the top three, but no sign of the Society. What do we have to do to promote ourselves to the higher listings of this doyen of search engines?
Posted by Arshavi on April 6, 2009
BARNEY, CAN YOU TELL ME IF THERE IS A WEBSITE ON GEORGE? I HEARD IT SOMEWHERE. ARE THERE ANY WESITES BASED ON THE ENID BLYTON CHARACTERS?
Posted by Alice Wade on April 1, 2009
Can you read Enid Blyton books online?
Posted by Alice Wade on April 1, 2009
I loved the book "The Magic Faraway Tree." Can you tell me more about how Enid got the idea?
Posted by Jane on April 1, 2009
For years I have been telling people about an Enid Blyton book I read as a child which featured a group of children called The Sturdy Six. I can remember very little about the book other than the children's club house was in a chicken coop and that they chose the name Sturdy Six after dismissing other names such as Stalwart Six. I seem to be the only person who remembers this book - most people think I dreamed it!
I have just searched your chat forum and I have found one mention of the Sturdy Six - that the leader of the club was a disabled boy and the story is in a short story collection. This is the only glimmer I have had in all these years that I didn't make this book up. Do you have any more information about the Sturdy Six? I can't find any mention of them in your "Book Cave".
Very many thanks in advance.
Posted by Lesley on April 1, 2009
I wonder if you might be able to assist with an enquiry that my Mother has. She is trying to find the story book which includes a tale about a little boy earning money and who cheats by not cleaning all of the plant pots he is supposed to, in order to earn some money. I think the moral of the tale is probably about being found out if you don't do the job properly and try to cheat.
If you are able to help with this enquiry this would be much appreciated. If possible I would like to find out the title of the story and the book of stories that it is contained within.
Many thanks in anticipation of your possible assistance.
Posted by Debbie on March 31, 2009
I am currently working on producing quilts based on Enid's books. I am thinking of selling the patterns. Can you tell me who holds the copyright for her works? Thanks in advance.
Posted by Enid Blyton on March 31, 2009
Can I read EB's books online?
Posted by Apoorva on March 31, 2009
Hi Aparna, you can find the Secret Seven books in any of the chain bookstores like Crosswords or Landmarks. Also depending on which part of India you belong these are usually available at any of the old bookstores which stock children's books. The SS books along with the FF and Find-Outers books are usually easily available.
Posted by Cathy on March 31, 2009
We have an Enid Blyton book called Fairy Tales for little ones, which we expect is 1920s. Unfortunately it has no publishing details. The pictures are by Ogle and there are about 20 pages plus the colour plates. Am I correct that this doesn't seem to be a book which which the Society is familiar?
Posted by Anti litter bugs on March 27, 2009
I just loved Enid Blyton books as a child and many of her stories have stuck in my mind.
I desperately want to re-read the one about the children who go mushrooming but the white lumps they see are rubbish and when they go to the river to fish it is full of junk.
Which book is it in please?
When I see litter around it comes to mind, as does Pam Ayres' poem 'Littering.'
Posted by Aparna on March 27, 2009
Hi Barney! You see I love the Secret Seven but can you tell me where I can get the books at less cost? Thank you Barney. I am from India!
Posted by Erinvdv on March 26, 2009
Hi there... I want to start reading the Magic Faraway Tree / Adventures of the Wishing Chair etc. books to my children but can't remember which one came first. Can someone tell me?
Posted by dp on March 25, 2009
Hello, could you help me with this; I have been given a part copy of an 1924 Teachers World, which has in it a new Christmas song by Enid Blyton called 'Shepherds Song'. Ever heard of it?
Posted by Diane on March 24, 2009
What times does the Enid Blyton Day in May start and finish and is it suitable for children?
Posted by Nanniemaxinexx on March 23, 2009
I have an original 1930s book, the "News Chronicle Boys' and Girls' Story Book" in excellent condition and with the original delivery box. It's listed on eBay and needs a good home. Barney, can you help..?
Posted by RagamuffinJo on March 22, 2009
Hi Barney. Do you know what happened to Connal the dog who played Timmy in the 1995 version of the Famous Five? Thanks!
Posted by Anne on March 22, 2009
I love the Famous Five. I have almost all the editions. How can someone dislike Famous Five?
But I am sad to know that the character George is been married to an Indian when she grows up and her child's name is Jyothi. I like to see them as children myself.
Posted by Sharron on March 21, 2009
Please help. When I was younger I was read the story of "CONNIE'S CURIOUS CANDLE" along with others every night by my grandma, I now want to know if this has been reprinted or what book was the story in as I am desperate to find a copy.
Posted by Wayne Pyer on March 21, 2009
Hi TG. I've lived in the Rhondda all my life so I think I can clear this up for you. There is no Welsh word similar to this and we always took it as Enid's way of expressing the valley's accent. Hope this is helpful.
Posted by TG on March 20, 2009
An article dealing with some of the old fashioned or parochial references that Enid Blyton used every now and again would be an interesting one.
Long time member Robert (Houghton) is to be thanked for drawing attention to the "Be you sartin" and "that air board" references in the latest Society magazine (the Journal, which is available by subscription only).
I'd never heard of the two expressions before so it's good to see explanations for them and perhaps I can also learn the meaning of "whateffer" which appears several times in "Mountain of Adventure." When I first read it I thought the word might be indigenous to Welsh communities and used where others might employ the word "Ar" or "Aye." Then again, I interpreted it as a term for "Guvnor" which is often utilized when addressing someone we don't know personally, but in later years I settled on "whatever" and left it at that.
Enid Blyton deserved to be well and truly told off for not catering more to us members of the "International Set" but then again she may not have realised, in the 1920s at least, that her magazine contributions and succeeding books would be travelling to the four corners of the globe.
I thank, in advance, anyone who supplies the "whateffer" answer - and that includes Barney.
Posted by Vicki Price on March 20, 2009
I have a set of Enid Blyton books published at Lutterworth Press in London, hard covers, some of the books have gift inscriptions C1950. The books are "Hollow Tree House," "House at the Corner," "Those Dreadful Children," "The Six Bad Boys," "The Children at Green Meadows," "The Twins at St Clare's" (Seventh Edition, Published Methuen & Co), "Five on a Treasure Island," beautiful old set. Are they worth anything?...Thanks, Vicki - Australia.
Posted by Janet on March 19, 2009
Hello, I am trying to track down a quote from a Mr. Twiddle book, I think it was "Don't Be Silly Mr. Twiddle." The quote is something like "Mr. Twiddle lived a short distance away from his body." Does anyone know the exact quote and where it comes from? Thank you, Janet.
Posted by Vanessa on March 18, 2009
Hey, I have a copy of Enid Blyton's "The Enchanted Wood," dated 1939, illustrated by Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone and published by Darrell Waters. I was wondering if it would be of any value?
Posted by Mehak on March 18, 2009
I was wondering if there were any other Enid Blyton books that weren't published. Does anyone know about that?
Posted by Jeanette on March 17, 2009
I have a book dated 1916 - "Bo-peep" Cassell & Company Ltd - A picture book for little folks. Does this have any value? Regards.
Posted by Anne on March 15, 2009
Thanks Barney & TG, you've both made my day! Just going to phone my Mum & let her know!
Posted by TG on March 15, 2009
For Anne -
"My Enid Blyton Bedside Book" has:
4. 'The Girl Without a Fancy-Dress.' On her way to a fancy dress party Eileen falls into a puddle. An elderly lady takes her home and presents her with a fairy costume.
5. 'The Lost Baby Mouse.'
6. 'Mrs. Doodle Loses her Head.'
The book is available on the internet for a few pounds.
Posted by Anne on March 15, 2009
Hi, in the 60s my mum used to read Enid Blyton stories to me. There are a few stories I would love to read again, but don't know what books they're in.Hope someone can help!! 1. Pixies that worked in a ribbon shop. 2. Maraduke, a bear I think, that hid on top of a cupboard at school. 3. Mrs Pepperpot. 4. Eileen, a little girl that didn't have anything to wear to a fancy dress party & met a lady who was a fairy. 5. A mouse that thought the moon was made out of cheese & lived in a dolls house. 6. A lady that lost her face, she wore a bonnet! 7. Not sure if Blyton: 'washing fell in the mud with a flip & a flop & a terrible thud & all had to be done again'. Hope I'm not asking too much of everyone!! Thanks.
Posted by Yonthen on March 15, 2009
I loved Enid Blyton's books when I was younger and still do. From Faraway Tree to Wishing Chair I cherished every single moment of joy they brought as I read every single page. I wish I could get my hands on some of her books but it seems almost impossible to do that here in New York. Well I am very happy that there's this website to honor Enid Blyton.
Posted by Mehak on March 13, 2009
I just want to say that this is a great website. Three cheers for the Enid Blyton Society!
Posted by Smita on March 12, 2009
So lovely to hear that there is a society in memory of the person that brought me so much joy in my childhood and youth, for I reread my books and both my children read the very same copies! I am wondering if anyone remembers this particular story of a small poor boy whose mother is all he has and he lives next door to a rich family where the parents kept fighting... it's a very hazy memory of one of her 'family' books.
Posted by Lucky Star on March 12, 2009
How gorgeous all those newly added games and jigsaws are in the Cave of Books, Barney. Many thanks for displaying them there.
Posted by Miriam on March 11, 2009
Hi, My mum remembers a story/book where someone is told, "If you want a friend you have to BE a friend." Does anyone know which story/book this was please? Thanks, Miriam
Posted by Anonymous on March 11, 2009
Does anyone remember the Faraway Tree card game? Is it still available?
Posted by Troy Jesse Smith on March 9, 2009
My Grandfather gave me my first Enid Blyton book as a child, "The Castle of Adventure", I think he had it since he was a child! I later stumbled across another one of her books "Mystery Island", I loved both books immensely and they are the only two novels from my childhood still in my possession! One day, I will pass them to my children (God willing)!
Posted by Lucky Star on March 8, 2009
What a sad loss for the Blyton world. I am very glad to have met this wonderful lady once. Barbara Stoney's work will live on for a long time as the definitive story of Enid Blyton. My sincere condolences to her family.
Posted by Liz Harris on March 8, 2009
Anita has just told me the sad news of Barbara Stoney. How she will be missed - her wonderful work will be a great legacy. Thoughts with her family at this sad time.
Posted by Sue Webster on March 8, 2009
I have just seen the news that Barbara Stoney died on Friday. What a shock! A friend sent me the biography of Enid Blyton autographed by Barbara. I will remember her family in my prayers and pray that the love of Jesus will be with them. Sue
Posted by Wayne Pyer on March 8, 2009
Dear Barbara. Your fellow Blytonians owe you so much for your tireless work. You will be sorely missed. R.I.P.
Posted by Julie2owlsdene on March 8, 2009
I am so very sorry to read Tony's posting informing us of the sad death of Barbara Stoney. I feel very privileged to have met, and spoken to this wonderful lady last year at the Enid Blyton Day. I shall treasure the conversation we had. My sincere condolences go out to her family.
Posted by Fide on March 8, 2009
Hello Barney, How many editions of "The Mystery Series" are there since "The Mystery of Banshee Towers" was published?
Posted by Tony Summerfield on March 8, 2009
I am very sad to have to say that Barbara Stoney died on Friday March 6th. Her definitive Biography of Enid Blyton was an inspiration to all who read it, and all subsequent articles on Enid have been taken directly from her meticulous research. She always took a great interest in the Society and attended every Enid Blyton Day. For the last few years she has also been one of our Patrons. On a personal note I will deeply miss a really good friend. I learnt so much from our frequent lengthy phone conversations; she was a mine of information and had a wonderful sense of humour. My thoughts at this sad time are with her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Posted by Simon on March 7, 2009
Hi Barney, I've just stumbled across this site after googling some details on a particular book I was looking for. Can you answer me this please? I remember reading an Enid Blyton book as a child (I'm 43 now!) about some children who go to stay with their Aunt (I think) who go to play in a wood at the bottom of the garden. The wood has a stream in it - and that's all I can remember - any ideas?
Posted by Dolly on March 7, 2009
Hi, I notice that on the Forums on 28/08/05 Bob wanted to find out about Sylvia Venus' work. I have a piece of art by her which is really sweet and I have never thought of looking her up before and it makes me happy that it obviously resonates with me because of my childhood stories. It seems quite tricky to find out about her.
Posted by Ruth on March 6, 2009
I have just spoken to my sister Alexa (see below) about the "Once Upon A Time Stories". To her great delight I still have our original copy and a few other titles, I will now be scouring second hand book stores for more.
Posted by M. Myers on March 5, 2009
I am looking for the "Adventure" books Enid Blyton wrote: The Circus of Adventure, The Castle of Adventure, The Mountain of Adventure, The Sea of Adventure, The Island of Adventure, The Valley of Adventure, etc. There were five or so in this series. I read those to my classroom every year. They LOVED them. Can these books be purchased anymore? Copyright was 1949 and illustrated by Stuart Tresilian. I hope that someone can give me information on how/where to find copies of these. They are excellent adventure books for children to read.
Posted by Alexa on March 4, 2009
Hello!
I was wondering if you could help me. As a child I had two favourite books. One was "Tupenny Feefo and Jinks" (which I have managed to track down). The other was of a little man (I cannot recall if he was a brownie, elf or pixie!!) who lived in a round house and travelled to his adventures when his house rolled there! I cannot recall the name or anything close to it. I would dearly love to find out the title as I now have a son of my own and I am sure he would love these stories as I did.....many many years ago!
I hope you can assist me as I am beginning to wonder if I imagined this book!!!
Posted by Viking Star on March 2, 2009
Hi Barney. Re. your latest comments regarding 'Anonymous', all I can say is "hear hear" - or perhaps "woof woof"!!
Posted by Mark on March 2, 2009
I have approximately 70 of Enid Blyton's novels but am unable to find most of the ones I'm missing. Ebay etc etc doesn't turn up most of them. Many have been out of print for a long time. Does anyone know if ebooks are available anywhere?
Posted by Roisin on March 1, 2009
Hiya Barney, Have you ever read "Bimbo and Topsy"? I have and it's awsome. I found it in a book box and love it. If you have read it what would you rate it between 1 and 10?
Posted by Elise on March 1, 2009
Hi, I have just joined and sent in my subscription but do not know the members password, please help!!!
Posted by Ming on March 1, 2009
Interesting how Anonymous (same person?) wants blues and reds on EB.net, and here, where there is a very nice use of red, finds it dull! What isn't dull, my dear Anon.? Murky brown?! And reviews are the personal opinions of the writer of the review - whether they wish to be "distant" (how??) or not is their concern!
Posted by Terry on March 1, 2009
I own a copy of Enid Blyton's Sunny Stories "The Two Naughty Boys" No 245 date September 19, 1941. This is in excellent condition and I would like to dispose of it. Is there some way I could sell this?
Posted by Julie@owlsdene on March 1, 2009
Hello Barney, you are quite right of course, this very SAD person has also showered the Enid Blyton.net site with similar wording. It's a great pity he/she can't put his efforts into doing something worthwhile. This is one person Barney who deserves not only to be growled at but to be bitten too.
Posted by Anonymous on March 1, 2009
Hey Barney why don't you change the masthead of the site? Looks TERRIBLE. Chaannge it please!!! -The Enid Blyton Society in a terrible font with terrible pictures-??? Gah!!! You have a poor taste Barney old dog . THE Enid Blyton BOOK CLUB would look far better!!!!! Society-- bosh!! She wrote for children didn't she? PS- I love the -Cave of Books- section , although I would like you to NOT be so distant in your writing. One more word-- CHANGE the COLOUR, it looks hoooorrrriiiiibbbbbbble!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by Alisa on February 25, 2009
I would like to use an image of Noddy & Big Ears admiring a Red Toadstool house on a blog post about the myths surrounding the mushrooms. Does anyone know where I might get permission?
Posted by Corrinne Merrick on February 24, 2009
Thank you, Barney, for your response about Spinky. What a pleasure to finally find where the story came from. What a delight Enid was (and still is).
Posted by Corrinne on February 24, 2009
I have a memory of a short story in one of Enid Blyton's books about an umbrella that punishes a bad goblin(?) called Spinky. Can anyone tell me which book this comes from? I thought it was from the 'Book of Fairies', but I don't see it in the index.
Posted by Ronald on February 24, 2009
Hey Barney, thank you for answering my question. I have another: is the name of the inspector on which Jenks is based Jennings or Jenkins? I notice Barbara Stoney uses the former, but I have heard it as "Jenkins".
Posted by TG on February 23, 2009
Oh Dear! Our Hero's been attacked again and this time it's in the forum of The Enid Blyton Society (Least Favorite Enid Blyton Book). Cheer up Little Noddy. Your millions of fans can choose to ignore any critic over the age of six.
Posted by Atharva on February 23, 2009
Hi, my favourite book is "Five on Kirrin Island Again." Has anyone read it? Who is your favourite out of the Five!
Posted by Ronald on February 22, 2009
Hi Barney, Does Ring o' Bells Mystery not have the definite article "the" in its title (according to Cave of Books)? It will be the "odd man out" then.
Posted by Caroline on February 20, 2009
When I read the Malory Towers books as a pre-teen, the copies I owned had the most beautiful illustrations on the covers (and a few inside the books themselves). I stupidly got rid of my books and now can't find the books with the same covers, and am wondering if they are still available anywhere or if anyone even knows who the illustrator was.
The one I remember most clearly was the cover for "Upper Fourth at Malory Towers," which had picture of a sunrise coming up over the lacrosse field. The colours were so pretty!
I realise it's a very vague question, but does anyone else remember these covers or have any information about them?
Thanks!
Posted by Shirley Harrison on February 20, 2009
I have been commissioned to write a "biography" of the real teddy bear Winnie-the-Pooh. In the mid twenties Enid Blyton interviewed Mrs Milne with Pooh and Christopher Robin in Sussex. Is any of her family in possession of archive diaries or letters that might throw extra light on that meeting? I shall be really grateful for any leads.
Thank you,
Shirley Harrison
Posted by Paula on February 20, 2009
My grandson loved the Wishing Chair series. The Faraway Tree is the next. I note there are 5 books, are they done on DVD as he is in hospital and it might pass some time,there is a lot of time to pass. I want to start at the beginning of the series through to the end
Thanks from Naneeeee
Posted by Arshavi on February 20, 2009
Dear Barney, in one of the series of Famous Five, 'Five Have a Mystery to Solve', there's a note from Enid Blyton that Whispering Island is real ..is it true? Where is it?
Posted by Belinda Bear on February 18, 2009
My mother tells me that I was named after a bear called Belinda who was part of a family of bears. I am convinced that this was an Enid Blyton character. Please can anyone help?
Posted by Ali Shaikh on February 18, 2009
Wow! I've just seen this website after nearly a year (I was way too busy with my business) and I just LOVE the makeover! Yeah I know I'm late but still....There is so much information to be found in the Book Listing as I found on my earlier stay — by the way "Cave of Books" does seem a better name for it!! I just love the deep pink background, it just gives a very "friendly" look. Good to see the forums again — yes I haven't registered and probably never will, since I just don't have the daring to do these things! (And also, my business gets in the way). I just loved reading the topics. Now I have so much to read and read here to pay for all the months I've missed. Hurrah for the Enid Blyton Society! — it shows the beautiful and good side of the world. I'm afraid to say I've seen the dark side of the world more often — but I always remember what is said to be 'the good old days', where you could just read and buy chocolate and not have a care in the world. Swonderful, that, as Ern Goon would say!! (A special thanks must go to to the people who made all this possible: Tony Summerfield first and ahead of all, but Keith Robinson, Anita Bensoussane and Matthew Roberts should also get credit. Not forgetting dear old Barney!!!)
Posted by Su on February 17, 2009
Me again and thanks for the replies but I've found the story after trawling through all my childhood books and it isn't an Enid Blyton! My memory isn't what it was. The story is by Joyce Stranger from "A Dog Called Gelert and Other Stories." Oh well, back to an evening of the Adventurous Four.
Posted by Cora on February 17, 2009
Hi there, You may remember me from a little while ago. My name is Cora Morris, I am a ten-year-old girl from London who is a fan of Enid. I have a feeling that the book that Su was talking about was "Harry the Dirty Dog," by Gene Zion. I too remember as a toddler begging for this to be read to me at night. Hope this helps, Cora
Posted by Roxanne Bianco on February 17, 2009
Hi, I was wondering could anyone tell me how many books Enid Blyton wrote about the wishing chair? Was it only two? Thanks.
Posted by Joni on February 16, 2009
Dear people,
I am a theatre-worker in Holland. Now, I have written a play inspired by one of the stories of the Famous Five. We are planning to perform maybe at the end of this year or otherwise in the summer of 2010. We are not a commercial institution, we are not being paid, we pay everything ourselves for the time being (it is very difficult to get money for a project.) But we will fight for it! We want to do it well! We feel that we should do something to stimulate kids to get outside in nature, playing with eachother and with their parents. We want to get them away from their computers for a while and make them more outside-people. I am not trying to change the world, I cant! But maybe this little stone could make a little difference for even a few kids?
Now I have two questions.
Do we have to pay rights to perform this play? If so, how much would that be? Maybe we could get your support?
Next question is: when we are ready to perform, would you like to visit our premiëre?
Don't mind my bad English writing, I am trying my best!
Hope to hear from you. Friendly greetings from Holland,
Joni
Posted by Anonymous on February 16, 2009
Hi there, like many a mother before me, my children are asking whether there is a recipe out there for Pop Biscuits... it could be cute!
Posted by Anonymous on February 15, 2009
Can anyone tell me who built this amazing website? 'Tis SO easy to navigate! I LOVE this. I would like to know the owner's name VERY much. If you don't know already, there's also another good site on Enid Blyton, EnidBlyton.net.
Posted by Su on February 13, 2009
This is my first post and with no joy from the Cave of Books I hope I can find an answer. I remember reading a short story as a child which I think was by Enid Blyton. It was about a dog "he's such a good dog" who the family let out for the day and he got up to lots of mischief running over flower beds, running in the road etc. Does this 'ring any bells' with any of the members or am I after a completely different author? Many thanks and where's the spell checker? Su
Posted by Ming on February 13, 2009
James, you could try organising the trip for May 2010, then your group could attend the Enid Blyton Day as well.
Posted by James on February 11, 2009
I am organising a literary tour of the UK for a South African School group in June 2010. They wish to do some Enid Blyton things - what should I be suggesting to them? Thanks, James.
Posted by Rosemary Lee on February 11, 2009
Does anyone know if there are any jig-saws available featuring either "The Enchanted Wood" and/or "The Wishing Chair"?
Posted by hope189 on February 10, 2009
Barney, Is it possible to withdraw my membership of the forums? Just curious!
Posted by Albert on February 8, 2009
Hi Barney, can you answer my one question? Is there a copyright on the covers displayed here (I mean first edition covers)? Can I use them for my own Blyton site (not the text, just the scans of the covers). Apologies if this question is very silly. Thanking you in advance, Albert Jackson.
Posted by Philip Mannering on February 8, 2009
I also can't access the forums, it still says (it has been saying that since Saturday morning): "Currently under maintenance. Please check back again later." Keith said that the forums will have to be closed 12 hours, but it has been much more than that. At first I thought it was my computer - that's why I was relieved when another forumite had the same problem! Hope the forums open soon. - Philip.
Posted by Bannerman on February 8, 2009
Barney, I'm sorry to ask you this, but do you know when the forums will be up and running again? Thank you.
Posted by Jo Kornstein on February 6, 2009
Dear all Enid Blyton Fans!
I am working on a film about Enid Blyton which is being made by the BBC and would be grateful for any help or advice you may be kind enough to give! In particular we are looking to hire collections of Enid's books to dress her study and any models or toys of Noddy for example. If anyone has first editions and would be willing to allow the covers to be scanned so that we could mock up her original books that would be amazing. All hires would be highly insured and cared. My email address is jnkornstein@aol.com. Many thanks, Jo.
Posted by Re: Honour Bright on February 5, 2009
I did a Google search and found a book on eBay which might be the one you are looking for, William. It's called Honour Bright.
Posted by SK on February 3, 2009
William,
The book you refer to could be "The Goody-Naughty Book" by Sarah Cory Rippey, which is available at Project Gutenberg for free. There is also a boy called Button Bright in the OZ books by Frank Baum.
Posted by Gail Bragg on February 2, 2009
Thank you so much for the information about the Ninth Holiday Book; I have visited the site and ordered the book already. I wish everyone else I dealt with was so helpful and prompt. Thanks again.
Posted by Rosy on February 2, 2009
Had a story book when a child, various stories, about minding your ps and qs, a budgie painted brown to look like a sparrow, someone who got lost in the London smog, found a strange house, and whose shoe was splashed with paint which made it invisible. Any ideas anyone please?
Posted by William Holmes on February 1, 2009
I am desperately trying to find a book which I read as a small child aged about 8, 9 or 10. It's about a young boy who used the phrase "Honour Bright" when he wanted to emphasize that he was telling the truth. Part of my research has led me to Enid Blyton. Was she the author of such a book? If so, do you know how I can acquire a copy? If she was not the author, do you know who was? Thanking you in anticipation, William.
Posted by Sue Webster on January 31, 2009
Hi Nigel, just read your message and I'll have a look to see what our county library has. Thanks.
Maz, that book about the stolen cars is THE MYSTERY OF THE HIDDEN HOUSE and is a great read!
Wayne Pyer, just seen your message. Great to hear from another Taff and from South Wales too! Will be watching the Six Nations rugby next weekend! Being part Scot too it will be a bit difficult to cheer Scotland and Wales on the Sunday when they face each other so I hope for a draw!
Posted by Gail Bragg on January 31, 2009
Many years ago I had a book which I think was called 'The Ninth Holiday Book,' it was given to me by my Aunt . Somehow this has been mislaid and I would love to read the stories which were so wonderfully moral to my class of young children, stories such as 'The Scribblers' and 'Peter's Pencil Case' and 'He was Afraid.' Can you help me to locate a copy ?
Posted by Caroline on January 30, 2009
Hi, I am planning on using The Faraway Tree Series as my texts for a Year 1 Primary Literacy Unit of fantasy stories. Does anyone know of any resources available or websites that have games to play/parts of the story online? Any ideas welcome, it is my favourite book and I believe it will get my class's imagination flying!
Posted by Parthipan on January 30, 2009
I need to know how many books are written by Enid Blyton.
Posted by Emily on January 27, 2009
Hi, I am desperately looking for some help. My mother keeps mentioning a book by Enid Blyton. One of the stories is about there being just enough blue sky to make a pair of sailor's trousers. I haven't been able to find the name of it anywhere. Thanks, E.
Posted by Nigel Rowe on January 27, 2009
Jessica, try here
Posted by Jessica on January 27, 2009
Hi Barney,
When I was about 8 I had an audio cassette of "The Island of Adventure," read I think by Peter Davison. It was absolutely fantastic and I re-call it vividly. Now I am 31 and would love for my children to hear the same version but I cannot find it anywhere. Any ideas?
Posted by Maz on January 24, 2009
Hi, Just wondered if anyone can help. When I was young my father read me all sorts of books at bedtime, including Enid Blyton. A book I remember (but not very well) really sticks in my mind and I have been looking for it for years. It was an adventure story and some children solved a mystery of some stolen cars! I seem to remember them looking over a wall/fence/hedge etc at a big house and seeing the cars and gang. Can anyone help me trace the book? Thanks, Maz
Posted by Jayne on January 24, 2009
Hi,
Can anyone tell me did Enid paint herself? I have a lovely old English scene water colour with the initials EB on it. Inside the E is the the B initial, quite distinctive.
Jayne
Posted by Wayne Pyer on January 23, 2009
Hi Barney. Just a short note for Sue Webster. I'm from South Wales and love Enid Blyton. Nice to hear from a fellow taff.
Posted by Nigel Rowe on January 23, 2009
You could see if your county libraries are available online, Sue. Google your County + library and see what comes up. I know I can view all titles available in Wiltshire and reserve them to be collected in Salisbury. I think you have to be a member of the library to access this though.
Posted by Sue Webster on January 22, 2009
Hi Barney, Will be down the library tomorrow and see what I can find out.
Posted by Sue Webster on January 22, 2009
Hi, Can I get hold of "The Adventurous Four - Shipwrecked" and "The Adventurous Four - Stranded" in my local library? Would they be able to get them? Also would the library be able to get the book called "The Story of My Life" that Enid wrote back in 1952? Thanks, Barney, old chum! I'm part Scots/Welsh---any other Scots and Welsh out there?
Posted by Joaquim Augusto Reis on January 20, 2009
HELLO MY DEAR FRIEND TONY SUMMERFIELD, IT WAS 45 YEARS AGO THAT I FIRST READ AN Enid Blyton BOOK (FIVE FALL INTO ADVENTURE - OS CINCO E A CIGANITA - IN PORTUGUESE ). I WAS 8 YEARS OLD. TONY, I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS A TV SERIES ABOUT Malory Towers AND ST.CLARE'S, EITHER IN VHS OR DVD. VERY ANXIOUS FOR THE NEXT Enid Blyton DAY. BEST WISHES. JOAQUIM AUGUSTO REIS.
Posted by Eloise on January 18, 2009
Hi Barney,
I just wanted to say for Monlibu's sake that I have all of the mystery books original prints that my dad had when he was little, I'm not sure if they still do them (?) Anyway did Enid Blyton ever publish an autobiography? Laters, Ella ;-)
Posted by Arshavi on January 18, 2009
Dear Barney, Can I become a member even if I don't want the Journal?
Posted by Vicki on January 15, 2009
When I was a little girl I remember hearing a story on an audio book about Connie and her candle and also about children who went to a far away land where there were hundreds of beds and people went there to sleep and rest. Does anyone know what this story was called?
Posted by monlibu on January 13, 2009
Thanks Barney. In which case I meant reproduction prints. Surely there must be someone out there doing them? If not sounds like a good business idea as I for one would love some. Maybe the Society could reproduce what they have, if copyright allows?
Posted by parthipan on January 13, 2009
barney!is there enid blyton's slethules. can you please tell their rael names .i am exited to know it.
Posted by monlibu on January 12, 2009
Hi Barney dog,
Doubtless asked before, but help me out please. I'd like to find originals or prints of illustrations / covers from the adventure, mystery and secret series. Think there'll probably be some at the EB day (?) but are there other sources (other than ebay) and what are the typical prices?
Posted by Arshavi on January 12, 2009
Dear Barney,
I live in India as I am an Indian and I cannot afford to come to London.
Please help me.
thankyou ,
Arshavi
Posted by Sonja McDaniel on January 12, 2009
Thank you, Barney, for your response about the illustrator, Florence M. Leicester (per my question sent to the message board on January 2, 2009). I did in fact find two listings on your website with Florence as illustrator. As you say, they are not Enid's books. One that Florence illustrated was Bo Peep's Bumper Book (1928), also called Cassell's Bo Peep. Another was The Child's Bumper Book, published in 1953. I believe the NU librarian was not necessarily saying that Florence illustrated Enid's books, but that this information about Florence could be located on your website. I am very pleased that your have that information available, and I am convinced by comparing the art that this is the same artist as the charcoal drawing that we discovered. Can you think of any other resources that would help me find more information about Florence M. Leicester? I really appreciate your quick response, since I have been looking for this information for about five years now with no luck till now.
Sincerely, Sonja
Posted by Sue Webster on January 10, 2009
Hi everyone and dear old Barney , good dog !
I would love to go to the EB Day in May but can't afford the rail fare. Are there any members in my area who may be going and with whom I could get a lift , I live in Walsall, West Midlands. Thanks very much .
Posted by Parthipan on January 10, 2009
Hai Barney! I love the 'Famous Five' story books very much. I have read all the Famous Five books written by Enid Blyton.
Posted by Katharine on January 9, 2009
'Secret Lives' rings a bell, so that's probably the one I am thinking of. If it didn't present Enid in a very favourable light, perhaps it's best if it's not repeated anyway!
Posted by Nigel Rowe on January 9, 2009
Yes, you're right of course, Barney. I was confused as Imogen does feature in the programme, but is played by the actress Anna Massey.
Posted by Katharine on January 9, 2009
Thanks for your replies Barney & Nigel. I'll check out the Maureen Lipman one, although I don't think that's the one I'm thinking of. I'm fairly sure the one I'm thinking of was broadcast during the 1990's. I mainly remember that the daughters seemed to have very different memories of their mother.
Posted by Nigel Rowe on January 9, 2009
Katharine, the programme you might be thinking of is "The Enid Blyton Story", featuring Maureen Lipman as Enid. You can watch it on YouTube, the first episode is here.
Posted by hope189 on January 8, 2009
Dear Barney, Thanks for the compliment. I'd love to be a Find-Outer as I love mysteries and the mystery series is one of my most favourite series books. Come to think of it, you too would make a fantastic Find-Outer considering the way you "sniff out" all the answers to our questions!
Posted by hope189 on January 8, 2009
Dear Barney, I did some sleuthing and found out that Enid Blyton wrote 2 books in the series - "The Adventurous Four",also called "Adventurous Four-shipwrecked" and "The Adventurous Four Again", also known as "Adventurous Four-stranded". Clive Dickinson wrote a sequel called "Adventurous Four-trapped".
Posted by Jane B on January 8, 2009
Thank you so much for your reply - predictably I am now desperate to read the relevant articles in Journals 17, 19 and 20.
Posted by Katharine on January 7, 2009
I seem to remember watching a documentary several years ago celebrating 100 year's since Enid's birth, it contained interviews with her daughters. Does anyone know if this would be likely to be repeated to celebrate Noddy's anniversary? Unfortunately I either didn't record it at the time, or the tape got wiped!
Posted by Auntie Andrea on January 7, 2009
Please does anyone know where I can go for valuations of my EB collection. I have quite a few first editions and would love to know if they are valuable!
Posted by Jane on January 7, 2009
I've just read Barbara Stoney's great biography of Enid and came to this website with two burning questions which I can't find the answer to on the website - please can you help.
1. Who was the woman Enid's father Thomas set up home with - did they have any children together and what happened to her after Thomas's death (was she provided for in his Will)?
2. What happened to poor old Hugh (Enid's first husband) and Ida? Did they have children? was he happy after the divorce?
Posted by hope189 on January 7, 2009
Dear Barney, a couple of questions for you.
1. By what names were the Adventurous Four books originally published? Were the names changed in the revised editions?
2. Are the TV series versions of any of Enid's books aired on TV now?
Posted by Katherine Willfong on January 5, 2009
Seeking information about the Noddy books and where they may be purchased. Please advise.
Thanks
Katherine
PS Please e-mail answer
Posted by Fathima Zehra on January 5, 2009
I love Enid Blyton's story books.But sometimes they are too romantic.
Posted by Sally on January 5, 2009
I sent a cheque some time ago for one ticket to the EB day but have not received confirmation. Would you please confirm that you have received it and when I can expect to receive the ticket. Thanks
Posted by Sonja McDaniel on January 2, 2009
Several years ago, my mother and I went to a frame shop to have an old print of University Hall at Northwestern University in Illinois reframed. When the framer took apart the old frame, a charcoal drawing in black and pink fell out from behind. It was a portrait of a lovely young woman, and it was signed Florence M. Leicester and dated 22-10-11. The librarian at Northwestern University did some research for me to see if this was a student at NU at some point. But the only artist by this name is the illustrator of Enid Blyton's books. The time frame would fit with Florence's life. We had the drawing framed, and it is displayed in our home.
Is it possible that this drawing was actually done by the illustrator of Blyton's books?
Posted by Rosemary on January 2, 2009
Thank you for such a swift and comprehensive response!!
Posted by Rosemary on January 2, 2009
Can you tell me why some of the Mary Mouse strip books have holes in the spine?
Posted by Sue Webster on January 1, 2009
Hi Cora, What a great idea - start a club for Find-Outers fans! I'd join! I wish the Famous Five Club could be restarted too and one for the Secret Seven! Happy New Year to everyone. Sue.