As a Beatles print collector, I have a particular fascination in finding and purchasing the rare independent Beatles books. Recently it proved to be a treasure trove for finding these items which I covet on Ebay. I love these independently produced books not only because of their difficulty to find but many of them are first-rate productions despite their creation and production problems due to operating under low budget constraints.
A book about collecting the original UK pressings by Mitch Scharoff:
Noted Beatles fan, Katie Collard, produced this independently produced book:
The back cover of the Katie Collard book:
An independently produced biography of the Beatles issued in 1981-need assistance with the author of this piece, maybe it is a factor of getting older, but I could not find evidence of the author in my copy of the book:
A Magical History Tour
A sample page from the interior:
Another sample page:
A rare title written by European Beatles authority Arno Guzek who wrote one of the earliest known Beatles discographies. This title was issued in 1977. C. Mattoon was the co-author of this work.
Recordings Of John, Paul, George & Ringo
A sample page from the title:
The copyright page for the book: A 1977 release
Enlighten Books 1992 release by John Aylward dealing with Apple singles. I have been looking for this title for quite some time.
Apple Singles File
A few sample pages:
Interested in hearing about the rare independent Beatles-related publications that you may have.
What is your crown jewel?
The item that you may have been searching for a long time that either was incredibly difficult to find or expensive to the point where you may have pondered and had 2nd thoughts about the purchase. Thank you for your input on these questions.
Buzz
Some Great Books in our Bookstore
Cavern Club – The Inside Story
This first-hand account of Debbie’s teen years frequenting and eventually helping to run the original Cavern Club is the authentic inside story of the Beatles launch pad, full of triumphs and failures – and surprise celebrity encounters.
Dear Beatle People
The Story of The Beatles North American Fan Club
Dear Beatle People is a delightful book that chronicles the story of The Beatles North American fan club from late 1963 to early 1972.
Many previously unseen photographs and fan club memorabilia are featured, with a healthy dose of Beatles fun!
ONLY AVAILABLE IN THE UNITED STATES
In Your Mind – The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono (Softback)
Now in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library & Archives
Acclaimed by MOJO & Goldmine
Recommended by Olivia Harrison
Spotlighted on The Beatles Channel, Sirius XM Radio
The true story of the woman John Lennon loved. Includes the work and music they made together, the love story of John & Yoko, and her relationship with the Beatles.
Ono’s incredible story goes way beyond what most people know.
There are astounding details about Yoko’s life (thirty-three years before meeting Lennon, twelve years with him, and over forty years of creativity since his death).
The author has followed Ono’s career since the mid-1960s, assembling a vast media archive on the artist. Yoko’s own voice, along with Lennon’s and others (in cited, published interviews) tell her undeniably true and complete story, disproving many myths. Bocaro has spent valuable time with Ono, gaining incredible insight.
Here is the ultimate exploration of Yoko’s childhood, her relationship with Lennon, her art, films, music and activism for peace and women’s rights.
It’s All Too Much
It’s All Too Much is the unique memoir by music industry veteran David Stark, who grew up in north London during the 1960s as a dedicated Beatles fan and was lucky enough to meet his musical heroes on various memorable occasions. From gate-crashing the Yellow Submarine film premiere in 1968 (aged just fifteen) and ending up sitting directly behind the group, to meeting all of them individually in some extraordinary circumstances, David has some highly entertaining stories about his many Beatles encounters which have never been told before.
The Country of Liverpool: Nashville of The North (SOFTBACK)
The Country of Liverpool: Nashville of the North by David Bedford. The Untold Story of the Country Roots of The Beatles and Liverpool
