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News at the speed of a hand press

Notes from the CODEX IX International Biennial Book Art Fair & Symposium

Posted on February 10, 2024 by J. Davis

I got to spend a day in the book heaven of CODEX in Oakland after a six year layoff due to the pandemic. It was good to be back and inspiring to see the fair get bigger and bigger. It … Continue reading →

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Endgrain Editions by the Barbarian Press

Posted on February 11, 2020 by J. Davis

I just received my copy of the latest Endgrain Editions, this one focusing on Richard Wagener. I now have the privilege of owning the last three editions, and they are magnificent. Each book is a visual feast of an engraver’s … Continue reading →

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Bukowski’s Ham on Rye published by The Prototype Press

Posted on December 5, 2017 by J. Davis
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60 boxes of books to pack, move here, move there, and unpack…

Posted on October 31, 2017 by admin

Just a quick update to my readers so that you know I am still alive and well!

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CODEX 2017: Notes from Book Heaven

Posted on February 21, 2017 by J. Davis

I’ve just wrapped up another wonderful visit to the CODEX Book Fair and the amazing city of San Francisco/Richmond that hosts it every two years. For those of you who have not been but share a love for the hand-made … Continue reading →

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In Memory of David Johnston

Posted on November 18, 2015 by J. Davis

It is with great sadness that I honor the memory of David Johnston of the Prototype Press, who passed away suddenly last month. Your energy, enthusiasm, and love of books and printing will be missed. Rest in Peace, my friend.

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Save the Mills College Book Arts Program!

Posted on November 5, 2015 by J. Davis

Please check out this link to learn more about this amazing program that is being threatened by shortsighted college administrators. If you are a regular reader here, you will know how rare programs like the Mills College Book Arts are. … Continue reading →

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Where have I been? Blame it on tea…

Posted on October 19, 2015 by J. Davis

I take pleasure in tea, appreciating it with my spirit and therefore cannot explain why. ~Sen Joo Ah, yes. I’m very behind on my book reviews because I  have been very deep in my cups. Cups of tea, that is. … Continue reading →

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Barbarian Press: The Curwen Project

Posted on October 19, 2015 by J. Davis

Let me start by stating unequivocately that I love this press. Not only are the books from the Barbarian Press a source of wonder to me but the proprietors, Jan and Crispin, are simply delightful people that embody the “love … Continue reading →

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Notes from CODEX V International Book Fair and Symposium

Posted on February 17, 2015 by J. Davis

CODEX V, the fifth biennial international CODEX Book Fair and Symposium, was the primary reason for my recent trip to San Francisco. In the words of Director Peter Koch, and confirmed by everyone I have ever talked to about being … Continue reading →

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