Bookstall is probably NOT on Nov 21st

   I haven't actually checked to see if I'm down on the stall list for today. With rain forecast for the morning it might be prudent to stay in the warm. Me, that is, there will still be lots of things for you to buy from the more hardy stallholders and the street food shacks will going great guns.

   I'll spend my time looking for my gloves and thermals that I didn't put away six months ago. See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is NOT on today Nov 14th

   Another grim day in prospect with persistent rain forecast throughout the day. Wind + rain + books makes me a stressed out little bunny so I'm going to watch the 3rd Test decider at the pub. Better luck next week.

   See you soon, Andrew.

   P.S. Don't mention the pummelling we're getting in the cricket.

Bookstall is NOT on today Nov 7th

   By 'eck it's looking grim out there today. There's not much point doing the stall today. Much better to have a rest and go to the pub to watch the Kiwis reverse the travesty that was the result in the 1st Rugby League Test.

   Hopefully, the weather next week will be good enough to get my books out for you lot. There are some duesies. See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Oct 31st

   Last week's result was a bit touch and go but the mighty All Blacks came through in the end. This week, EVERYONE who correctly predicts New Zealand winning the World Cup will be able to pick an art auction catalogue of his/her choice.

   Lots of new books on the stall this week as the auctions start to get into swing. Come on down to the market - you'll make me a happy bunny if I give another batch of books away.

  See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is NOT on today Oct 24th

   The forecast was for rain this afternoon, so I've decided to put my feet up for the day, get a few things done and go to the pub to watch the mighty All Blacks play against the Springboks. Fingers-crossed, next week I'll have another giveaway for the Final.

   I got a batch of Contemporary Art catalogues this week including October's London sales so come early to bag some goodies.

   Until next week, hopefully, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Oct 17th

   Hopefully the showers that are threatening today will not amount to much. Lots of new catalogues on the stall this week as well as more cigar boxes and the odd wine box. The auctions have started to be held again after the summer break and I've got some for forthcoming sales. Remember, all catalogues are only £2 each. Bargain!

   Following on from the success of the giveaway on the 3rd, today, EVERYONE who correctly predicts the winner of tonight's New Zealand - France encounter (Hint: there's a picture on the left) will be able to pick a free auction catalogue of his/her choice.

   See you soon, haere ra, Andrew. Give 'em a taste of Kiwi.

Bookstall is on today Oct 3rd

   Another day, another All Black victory. A couple of boxes of new books on the stall this week as well as more of the usual. Come on down to the market there's something for everyone. Every day can be a school day.

 As an incentive, today EVERYONE who comes to the stall and says the following will be able to pick an art auction catalogue of his/her choice:

                                                 'England 25, Wales 28.'

  Plus, if I agree with your prediction for the score in the England-Australia match tonight you might get a bonus one!

   See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Sept 26th

   Another week, another sunny forecast. Come to the market for more cheap art books and other stuff including cigar boxes and clothing.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                                'You can observe a lot by just watching.' - Yogi Berra

   See you when I see you, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Sept 19th

   Another week and the forecast is looking good to get a full day in at the market. Loads of new stuff and there's bound to be something of interest for you. Come early and you can go to the pub to watch the rugby.

   As an incentive, the first person to come to the stall and say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

         'Even with three kiwis on the shirt, England aren't going to win the World Cup.'

   Stating the obvious, really. See you soon, haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Sept 12th

   There's rain forecast in the morning, but hopefully this will have cleared to the east by lunchtime. More new books on the stall this week and more of the regular stuff I have.

   As an incentive, the first person to come to the stall and say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

               'Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.' - Confucius.

   Come on down, there something for everyone. Andrew.

Bookstall is on today August 29th

   Look, if I can make the effort to come to the market so can you. Lots more stuff this week including a mystery box of auction catalogues that I haven't looked through yet. It's not like there is anything else to do in London anyway.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice for free:

                               "All things share the same breath - the beast, the tree, the man, the air shares its spirit with all the life it supports." - Chief Seattle

   See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today August 22nd

   We should get a full day in at the market as the forecast looks good. There are more new books on the stall this week and other bits and pieces as always. Come on down to the market for a relaxing day. Lots of things to acquire and sample. I may not have room for the free box this week so some of you may have to look at the ones I'm actually selling.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice for free:

                           "Happiness is the absence of the striving for happiness" - Zhuangzi


   What are you waiting for? See you soon, haere ra, Andrew.

   P.S. Yon can mention last week's New Zealand-Australia rugby result.

Bookstall is on today August 15th

   It looks like the wet weather is behind us and we should get a full day in at the market. There are more new books on the stall this week and other bits and pieces as always. Come on down to the market for a relaxing day. Lots of things to acquire and sample.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice for free:

                           "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu

 
   Your first step might lead to a couple of free art books. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. See you soon, haere ra, Andrew.

   P.S. Don't mention last week's Australia-New Zealand rugby result.

Bookstall is on today 8th August

   Well it looks like being a cracker today so come on down to the stall for art books, cigar boxes and a whole lot more.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the folowing will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                              "Blue skies smilin' at me,
                               Nothing but blue skies do I see."

    If you can sing it like Willie Nelson you might just get an extra one.

    See you soon, haere ra, Andrew.
   
    P.S. The Aussies ought not to field in the fifth test wearing their Baggy Greens. Not until they've earnt the right to do so again. The Diggers must be turning in their graves.

Bookstall is on today August 1st

   The weather looks good for today so come on down to the market for some cheap art books. Lots of new stuff on the stall this week as I've got myself a snazzy new trailer so I can carry more. There'll also be more books in the free box plus some other gear to surprise you.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to choose two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                            "The power of imagination makes us infinite." - John Muir

   It's as easy as that. See you soon, haere ra, Andrew.

   P.S. I can't believe the Aussies capitulated to what is a fairly mediocre England XI. Perhaps the Series needs to be downgraded from five Tests to three or four in future and New Zealand to receive more than the paltry two we currently get.

Bookstall is on today July 11th

   Today looks like being a nice day so come on down to the market for some more cheap art books. More new stuff this week, so there's something for everyone.

   As an incentive the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice for free:

                              The secret of getting ahead is getting started. - Mark Twain

   Short and easy to remember. See you soon, haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today July 4th

   Declare your independence today by deciding to come down to the market without seeking the approval of your mates. Today is your day, and I've loads of new stuff on the stall just for you.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues for free of his/her choice:

                  'It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see.

   The writings of Henry David Thoreau including Walden are well worth a look. See you soon, haere ra, Andrew

   P.S. It's hot and dry at the moment so go fill up your watering can and go water some of the street trees. The council wont do it. Already there are dead and dying trees everywhere. Think of the the monetary value of the plants that we are losing and how simple it is to save them.

Bookstall is on today June 27th

   Well, the forecast looks like being a cracker today, you're not at Glasto, so get yourselves down to the market. As well as the goodies on my stall the market now has a cycle repair shop and the barbers has expanded to include a bar as well. Have a pint from the brewing supplies shop and peruse the books on my stall. Come to the park for books on art.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

   "Joys come from simple and natural things: mists over meadows, sunlight on leaves, the path of the moon over water."

   Not sure which Sigurd Olson book this quote appears in, but if you get a chance to read Runes of the North I recommend it.

    Don't disappoint me! Haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today June 20th

   Well, the weather might be a bit dodgy in the early afternoon, so it would be best to arrive early to the stall today. Lots of goodies to have a look at. As an incentive to come out, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                           "Hoarders just need bigger houses with a concrete floor."

   See you soon, haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today June 6th

   Summer has finally arrived so you have no excuse for not coming down to the stall today. Lots of new stuff this week and I should have a box of records including Bluenote albums and others on 180g vinyl such as The Doors and Brian Wilson.

   As an incentive the first person to say the following will be able to choose two art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

   "Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment."

    I think Buddha would look upon me as a lost cause - I've just got too much attachment to my stuff. Even things that I haven't looked at in twenty years, I just can't consider parting with any of it. That doesn't apply to the books on my stall, so get your A into G. Haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today May 30th

   It looks like Ranginui is smiling upon us as a fine day is forecast. Come on down to the market, I've lots of new books on the stall this week, more cigar boxes and other bits and pieces.

   As an incentive to come out, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                                           "If it weren't for your gumboots where would ya be?
                                            You'd be in the hospital or infirmary.
                                            Coz you would have a dose of the flu or even pleurisy
                                            If you didn't have yer feet in yer gumboots.

   This is, of course, taken from the great Fred Dagg's The Gumboot Song. Here's a link for you. Don't say I don't try to show you some of the best Kiwi culture available. Haere ra, Andrew.

   P.S. All mention of the 1st Test will be treated with disdain, unless you say how lucky it is that England have a New Zealander playing for them.

Bookstall is on today May 23rd

   It looks like being a nice day and England have the prospect of toiling away in the field for three sessions as the mighty New Zealanders march on. Two tests is not enough. Lots of new books on the stall this week and more of the usual cigar boxes including some nice Cohiba ones.

   As an incentive to come out, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                       "A pal's last need is a thing to heed.      and
                        A promise made is a debt unpaid.

    Both of these come from The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert Service. Haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today May 16th

   At least I hope it is. I can't remember if I'm paid up for the stall today. I'll just have to fly by the seat of my pants. If I'm wrong I'll update this post.

   This week, I've yet more Impressionist and Contemporary Art catalogues as well as others, and more cigar boxes.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                           "A man had ought to consider his mates in the way he goes and dies."

   This is a line from The Ballad of Blasphemous Bill by Robert Service. You might also like The Cremation of Sam McGee and The Shooting of Dan McGrew as well as others of his.

   See you when I see you, haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today May 9th

   Fingers crossed the showers forecasted for today will miss us. I've loads of new catalogues including the three parts to next week's Sotheby's New York Contemporary Art sale. There's a Rothko with a forty to sixty million dollar estimate and a Lichtenstein that is expected to make more. I've lots more so don't be shy, come on down.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two free catalogues of his/her choice:
                         "I aint got no patience for this type of foolishness."

   I have to admit that South Beach Tow is a guilty pleasure (channel 68 on Freeview). I'm sure Bernice could sort out the Middle East inside a month if  Obama sent her over.

   Don't forget that if you you bring a black labrador to the stall you'll get a free book also. What are you waiting for? Andrew.

Bookstall is on today May 2nd

   Well, there will probably be a band of rain curtailing the day in the afternoon so it would be best to get to the stall early. Lots of new stuff including contemporary art, impressionist art, asian art, design, and photography. You wont be disappointed and all very cheap.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues for free of his/her choice:

                                          “Ethical behaviour is doing the right thing when no one else is watching - even when doing the wrong thing is legal.” 

   Aldo Leopold was a giant among men. If you get a chance to read A Sand County Almanac you may just see the world a bit differently. See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today April 25th

   Looks like being a dry day again so come on down as I've loads of new books on the stall, particularly Impressionist catalogues. I've acquired a large number so  if you're after works by Picasso, Monet, Pissarro et al, then I'm your man. I should have a clothes rail up so as well as t-shirts and sweatshirts I've got coats including Barbour and Pierre Cardin. Bargains galore.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                               "...We are all possessed of a youthful pride
                                 When the staunchest of mates move close at hand
                                 For we have fought and ridden beside
                                 The galloping 'Men of Maoriland'. "

      These line come from a poem by 'Gerardy', an Australian Light Horseman, entitled "The Men of Maoriland". Today marks the 100th anniversary of the landings at Gallipoli, ANZAC Day being the day we commemorate the service of our armed forces. Apart from images pulled from newspaper sources I can't find it on the web so I plan to type it out so that people can find it easier. I'll show it as it appeared in the Kia-Ora Coo-ee. People tend to forget that after the pullout from Gallipoli the war continued in Palestine and Sinai for the duration of the war.

   See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today April 18th

   Looks like it's going to be a fine day so come on down to the stall for more cheap books on art, and cigar boxes a-plenty. I've bought a decent clothes rail so have a look at the Sinstar t-shirts, vests, shorts and sweatshirts. Once they're gone they're gone.

    This week's comp. The first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice for free:

                         "Have you seen that Breaking Bad is showing on Spike (channel 31 on Freeview) at 11pm weeknights?"

   It started Wednesday and you can catch up on Channel 5's on demand service if you miss an episode. Come to the market, then, when you're at the pub waiting for for the mighty Gunners to play you can appear to be cultured looking at your newly acquired art books. See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today April 11th

   There might be a shower this morning, but the afternoon looks like being nice and sunny. Lots of new books to the stall, all very cheap. Take advantage of the free book box and have a look at the cigar boxes this week - there are some nice Cohiba boxes that I want gone. Be early or you'll miss out.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to pick two art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                               "That cat upon the garden wall,
                                Much cause have I to hate her.
                                So often does she mew 'til late
                                That I want to mew 'til later."

    It's safe to assume I'm a dog person. See you soon, you wont be disappointed - well, in the books anyway. Haere ra, Andrew.

    P.S. Don't mention the cricket, Richie Benaud excepted.

Bookstall is on today March 28th

   There might be a bit of rain around lunchtime, so wear a coat to the market today. Lots of new stuff including a batch of Phillips de Pury catalogues covering Contemporary Art, Design, and Photography. I've got about 150 to bring to the stall over the coming weeks so exploit me. They're all only two quid each - bargain.

   As an incentive, the first person who says the following sentence will be able to pick two catalogues of his/her choice for free. This week it's David Cameron's go-to phrase which he uses repeatedly, over and over again, until you've lost all sense of what he was trying to avoid saying:

                 "Blah blah blah, the butcher, the baker, the candlestick maker, blah blah blah.

   Repeatedly. One time, he managed to squeeze three trebles into the one sentence. Never mind trying to follow the individual point, the whole subject of the interview had passed from one's memory.

   It's simple. I've more clothing including Sinstar t-shirts and sweatshirts. See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today March 21st

   After yesterday's eclipse non-event, you can look forward to coming down to the bookstall for another varied selection of art books and catalogues. I'm also expanding the clothing on offer so be sure to have a look. Remember, you're in a market, it's not a race, take your time to find art that you like, not just art you're supposed to like.

   As an incentive, the first person to repeat the following will be able to select two free art catalogues of his/her choice. There's also a bonus one if you can deliver it a la The Flying Lizards:

                                   "The best things in life are free
                                     But you can give them to the birds and bees
                                     I want Monet
                                    That's what I want. That's what I want. That's what I want."

    You may have to google flying lizards money if you're not of a certain age. See you, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today March 14th

   Well, there's the threat of the odd shower but overall it should be a dry day, fingers crossed. Lots of new stuff on the stall and I've got clothing as well (I picked some clobber up at auction this week). More cigar boxes and the free box will be prominant so you don't even have to buy anything. Still, if you don't come down to the stall you'll miss out.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be entitled to pick two free art auction catalogues of his/her choice:

                      "People wearing Hollister t-shirts. I just don't get it. What are they trying to say?

   If you can say it with a look of bemusement on your face all the better, you might get a bonus. It's not like the graphics are very good.  Every time I see one it puts me in a bad mood. Dickheads.

   See you at the market. Andrew.

Bookstall is on today March 7th

   Well it looks like Spring has sprung. The forecast is for a nice day so you've no excuses for not coming down to the stall. Lots of goodies to find new homes for, especially yours. More quality art books and catalogues, cigar boxes, and I've a few mens and womens jackets as well.

   As an incentive, the firest person to repeat the following will be able to pick two free art catalogues of his/her choice:
                               "I can't believe it's forty years since Born to Run came out!"

   You can also use this line to start a conversation with your dad! See you soon. Haere ra, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Feb 21st

   It's just no good. I've been doing a raindance all week so that I could play with my new Makita angle grinder today but, alas, all to no avail. I guess I'll have to do the stall instead. It's still a slow time of the year auctionwise, but I have some of the impressionist catalogues from the recent London sales and there will be stuff from my vast stock that you wont have seen before.

   As an incentive, the first person to ask the following question will be able to choose two free auction catalogues:
                                 "Do you think Terminator 2 is Zaha Hadid's favourite movie?"

   The comps are never difficult are they? What are you waiting for? Andrew.

   P.S. I hope you put money on the Kiwis to win the World Cup. There'll be a sign on the stall giving the result of the NZ vs England game to remind you of your mistake if you haven't.

   P.P.S. The photo of Channing Tatum  adorning the side of London buses advertising his film Foxcatcher. Am I the only person who thinks he looks like a Springbok meathead?

Bookstall is NOT on today Feb 14th

   The weather looks like it's going to be okay, but I'm just feeling too tired to do the stall this week. I'll spend the day trying to sort my stuff out and I'll probably go and buy an angle grinder. There's also a scrapyard that I want to check out as well before the rugby. Hopefully I'll be recharged for next week. Andrew.

   P.S. Remember, the smart money is on the New Zealanders in the cricket.

Bookstall is on today Feb 7th

   Well, It's been cold all week so I guess I have no excuse but to sit around in the cold for another day. I hope you appreciate me. Lots of the usual again.

   As an incentive to drag yourself  out, the first person to say the following will be able to choose two art catalogues of his/her choice free:

          "If  we sit here and drink some more beer,
           we'll be two inflatable dolls in a hooker's bad dream."

   It's a line from Gary's Song by Mark Eitzel, lead singer with American Music Club that came out on Songs of Love in 1991.

   It's easy isn' it? Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Jan 31st

   Well, it looks like it might be another fine day, fingers crossed. Lots of stuff to go on the stall this week and there are always deals to be done as I'm keen to shift merchandise. There are more wine and cigar boxes as well, you know the score. You wont know what's in the books unless you open them.

  As an incentive, the first person to say the following will be able to choose two free art catalogues of his/her choice:
                                 "Every day is a schoolday."

    It was a line I heard on River Cottage Australia (8pm on More 4 on Sunday) and what better way to learn something new than to grab a catalogue or two from the stall. You don't even have to buy anything as there is a free box there to plunder. What are you waiting for?
andrew.

Bookstall is on today Jan 24th

   Well, the forecast shows sunshine throughout the day today - so be prepared for snow. Lots of new stuff this week and I will try to get there early.

   As an incentive to drag yourself out the first person to say the names of the Banana Splits as said in the Banana Splits song, ie:
                                             "Fleegle, Bingo, Drooper and Snork"

    will be able to choose two free art catalogues of his/her choice. Come on, it couldn't be simpler. See you soon, Andrew.

Bookstall is on today Jan 17th

   Happy New Year everyone! Time to get back into the swing of things as I've got so much stuff to sell on the stall. Auctionwise, there isn't much on at the moment apart from next week's annual Ski Sale at Christie's South Kensington which has lots of posters in it.

   I've loads of cigar boxes and I'll have some nice wine boxes as well. I got around 40 a couple of weeks ago so I'm keen to offload them.

   As an incentive, the first person to say the following will get two free catalogues of his/her choice:

             "The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation."

   It's a quote from Henry David Thoreau's Walden which ought to be on everyone's bookshelf. Come on down or you wont know what you're missing. Andrew.