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Firsts Online: 27 February – 2 March 2025

FIRSTS ONLINE

27 February – 2 March 2025

I am delighted to once again be taking part in the next Firsts Online, the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association’s virtual book fair. It showcases a curated selection of rare books, first editions, and works on paper from a range of accredited dealers. Our February/March 2025 edition of Firsts Online will be the 12th outing of this digital platform, curating a selection of highlights from the stock of leading booksellers.

Deborah Coltham Rare Books Profile Page

Firsts Online Highlights

Rare Books in Woodstock – a Pop up Shop! December 16th-22nd 2024

Together with my two friends and colleagues, Susanne Schulz-Falster and Amanda Hall, I will be setting up a ‘Pop-Up’ shop for the week of December 16-22nd in Woodstock, near Oxford. We will be located at 14 Market Place, Woodstock OX20 1TA, and will be open between 10-6pm each day, though may close earlier on the final Sunday.

We will each be bringing with us a selection of stock that best represents our various specialisms.

Do let us know if you are able to join us – it would be lovely to see you and have a chance to chat all things bookish!

 

Firsts Online Winter Edition


I am delighted to be participating in the 2024 Winter Edition of Firsts Online together with a number of UK and International Colleagues. Showcasing a wide selection of rare books, first editions, and works on paper, it provides the perfect opportunity to browse at leisure for that perfect gift!

 

 

 

Chelsea Rare Book Fair

I am delighted to once again be exhibiting at the Chelsea Book Fair at the end of this week. As always, the fair will take place in the beautiful and iconic Chelsea Old Town Hall on the King’s Road.

We have moved to a digital ticketing system. If you would like a complimentary ticket please do let me know. *Please note: you do need to click on the link to book your ticket (quick and easy to do) and which will allow access for the duration of the fair.

The fair opens on Friday November 1st at 2pm and runs until 7pm, and then Saturday November 2nd from 11am to 5pm

ABA Chelsea Rare Book Fair 3-4 November 2023

Only one week to go! I am really looking forward to being back in the beautiful Chelsea Old Town Hall, for the Chelsea Rare Books Fair. One of the most popular, friendliest,  and longest running events in the calendar, I will be found at Stand 53 – do come and say hello!

When: 3-4 November 2023
Where: Chelsea Old Town Hall, London SW3 5EE, UK

Friday: 14:00 – 19:00

Saturday: 11:00 – 17:00

https://www.chelseabookfair.com

ABA President – March 2023

I am delighted and honoured to have taken over the role of ABA President at the AGM in March. It is such a privilege to be taking over the role, and I am really looking forward to the next couple of years. I was so proud to join the ABA back in November 2009 and have benefitted enormously from the opportunities that it has afforded me, through the ability to exhibit at ABA and ILAB fairs, and from the support offered on a daily basis from fellow ABA members. I am looking forward to having the chance to speak on behalf of fellow members.


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