Roald Dahl Songs and Verses by Roald Dahl isbn 0-224-07038-x (RM29.90, original RM79.90)

This is a hardcover full coloured version containing memorable poems from the works of Roald Dahl. This book however was not illustrated by Quentin Blake but by a line-up of award-winning talented artists. I’ve actually flipped through this book earlier this year and thought how nice it would be to have it with my Roald Dahl Treasury (isbn 0-141-31733-7) and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (isbn 0-141-31964-x) both coloured editions. I’m so proud to own this ‘trilogy’ collectible books.

Angel Pavement by Quentin Blake isbn 0-099-45154-9 (RM8.00 original £4.79 on Amazon.co.uk)

Just the other day I was browsing the net looking for Quentin Blake’s works and stumbled upon this book. The price was a setback considering this is a 32-page picture book. But at RM8.00 now, it would be a shame if I didn’t get it! Quentin Blake is one of my favourite children’s books illustrator. His trademark drawings are instantly recognisable especially if you are a Roald Dahl fan. My heart is still doing little dances from all this excitement.

The Ode Less Travelled – Unlocking the Poet Within by Stephen Fry isbn 0-09-179661-x (RM16.90, original RM72.90)

When I first read the review of this book, immediately I knew I wanted to own it. Then again, the price was much too steep. Right now I’m owning the hardcover version at a price of a set lunch meal without even having to wait for the paperback edition whoopee! Stephen Fry, the British actor whose acting credits include V for Vendetta has written this step-by-step advice to writing poetry in an enjoyable and witty manner. Just what I need to learn all about poetry writing! And now I can remove this book from my wish list.

Death of an Ordinary Man by Glen Duncan isbn 0-7432-5228-4 (RM12.00, original RM32.95)

I first stumbled upon Glen Duncan’s book, I, Lucifer a few months back and after reading the excerpt, contemplated and hesitated on buying it. But when I saw Duncan’s latest book and at such a price, I felt I have to get it. Death tells the story of a family man who died and return from the dead to attend his own funeral. Reason being, he needed to know how he died. This is one author to be reckoned with and I’m excited to explore his works.

The Various by Steve Augarde isbn 0-552-54858-8 (RM12.00, original RM27.90)

I read about this book in a review some time back and seeing it at this price, I decided to get it. It’s about a rumoured world of fairies and how a twelve-year-old child discovers the truth behind it. I hope this will be a good read.

Ah bliss!