"This book tells about the lives of Rose O'Neill and Joseph L. Kallus (creaters of Kewpie Dolls) and of their many original creations, the most important for collectors of which are dolls and figurines."
Kewpie for Collectors by JohnAxe Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2003 by Hobby House Press ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-666-4, ISBN: 0-87588-666-3
"Conceived and given life by artist Rose O'Neill, the beguiling Kewpie is one of the most recognized and loved creatures of modern times. In this book, a wealth of Kewpie collectibles come alive as author John Axe guides collectors through the origins of this beloved winged creature and how this translated into dolls, art, figurines and much more! Included in this story, is the warm partnership between Joseph Kallus and Rose O'Neill and ..."
All About Collecting Boys' Series Books(1st Edition) Hardy Boys, Tom Swift, Tom Swift, Jr., Chip Hilton, Ted Scott, Mark Tidd, Tom Slade & Others by JohnAxe Paperback, 144 Pages, Published 2002 by Hobby House Press, Inc. ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-636-7, ISBN: 0-87588-636-1
"The exciting adventures of the fondly remembered Hardy Boys®, Tom Swift® and 27 other different sets of boys’ series books will come vividly to life with this first time coverage of this topic. The author, John Axe, has brought together a rich treasury of book covers and information about 29 different boy’s series authors and their books, from the early volumes of Edward Stratemeyer to Tom Swift® and Tom Swift, Jr. In between, there are ..."
All About Collecting Girls' Series Books(1st Edition) Nancy Drew, Judy Bolton, Cherry Ames, Penny Parker, Kay Tracey, Beverly Gray, Connie Blair, Vicki Barr, Dana Girls & Others by JohnAxe Paperback, 160 Pages, Published 2002 by Hobby House Pr Inc ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-635-0, ISBN: 0-87588-635-3
"Paging through this rich treasury of books will bring back the carefree days of yesteryear. Remember reading under the elm tree during lazy summer days or reading under the covers with a flashlight when the story shouted to be finished? Remember how you longed to read the next installment? Additional material has been added to this new encyclopedia of beloved girl’s series books by John Axe, including Nancy Drew®, Judy Bolton, Cherry Am ..."
The Secret of Collecting Girls' Series Books Featuring Nancy Drew, Judy Bolton, Kay Tracey, Beverly Gray, Penny Parker, and Ruth Fielding by JohnAxe Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2000 by Hobby House Pr Inc ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-577-3, ISBN: 0-87588-577-2
"Remember those great girls' series books like Nancy Drew, Beverly Gray, Judy Bolton, Kay Tracy and Penny Parker? For the first time ever, all of the titles in these great adventure series have been researched and documented to identify rarities and to show collectors what to look for. A great source for value too."
The Magic of Merrythought(1st Edition) by JohnAxe Hardcover, 207 Pages, Published 1998 by Merrythought Limited ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-274-1, ISBN: 0-87588-274-9
"'The Magic of Merrythought', the book I researched, photographed and wrote in 1984, and which was published in 1986, has enriched my life immeasurably. This book introduced me to Shropshire, which I consider the most wonderful part of England, and specifically to the Merrythought Company, which will always be the most magical place in the world for me...Merrythought Limited is my best serendipity in over 25 years of researching collecta ..."
"Newly revised edition completes the era 1949 thru 1996! Revised material features the 1994 thru 1996 dolls. Complete presentation of the very popular Legend Series and the Effanbee Limited Edition Fan Club Dolls. This book is a rich resource photographic guide with 450 plus photographs. 312 pages."
"Wee Patsy, the diminutive 1930s Patsy edition, comes back to life in paper dolls with a wardrobe of costumes and play accessories. A children's 1930s playhouse in paper is styled and furnished."
Effanbee(Updated) A Collector's Encyclopedia 1949 - Present by JohnAxe Hardcover, 292 Pages, Published 1994 by Hobby House Pr Inc ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-423-3, ISBN: 0-87588-423-7
"Newly revised edition completes the era 1949 thru 1996! Revised material features the 1994 thru 1996 dolls. Complete presentation of the very popular Legend Series and the Effanbee Limited Edition Fan Club Dolls. This book is a rich resource photographic guide with 450 plus photographs."
Royal Children Paper Dolls Queen Victoria to Queen Elizabeth II by JohnAxe Paperback, 34 Pages, Published 1990 by Hobby House Press ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-345-8, ISBN: 0-87588-345-1
Collectible Dionne Quintuplets(1st Edition) by JohnAxe Hardcover, 154 Pages, Published 1987 by Hobby House Press ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-136-2, ISBN: 0-87588-136-X
"A reference covering the myriad of Dionne quintuplets collectibles, featuring advertising products, endorsements, magazines, dolls, lamps, movie memorabilia, and souvenirs"
Effanbee A collector's encyclopedia, 1949-1983 by JohnAxe Hardcover, 277 Pages, Published 1983 by Hobby House Press ISBN-13: 978-0-87588-202-4, ISBN: 0-87588-202-1