Back in the Swing of Things

Now that I've readjusted to "normal" life, I'm able to focus all those little things that got pushed aside over the last two months. This includes proofing the new MLP guides and getting organized. Seriously, you should see my office, it is a disaster area with piles of papers waiting to be filed, and an actual blanket of dust coating the entire workspace. Shameful.

In other words, two new MLP guides will be coming your way very soon, so check back for updates!

More Hasbro Tour Footage

While I'm waiting for things to calm down enough to find time to blog, here's another video we took of Bonnie Zacherle discussing My Little Pony during the 2008 MLP Fair Hasbro Tour. Also, if you have a specific footage request from the Providence Fair, let me know and I'll see what I can do.

Calling All Owners of The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory

Get your detective hats and magnifying glasses ready! Now is your chance to report any errors, omissions, or typos you've found in your copy of The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory. I am aware of few things that slipped past the editors but I need your help to see if you can find any additional mistakes! Now is your opportunity to help improve the best My Little Pony Guide available and make it even better!

Please email summer@purplepajamapress.com to report errors. Thanks for the support!

Enjoying The My Little Pony Collector's Inventory Books? Write a Review!

I've had so many people compliment me on The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory and The My Little Pony G3 Collector's Inventory and I really appreciate all of the kind words. Knowing that so many people are actually using my books to organize their collections makes all the hard work worth while.

I've noticed that while the sales of the books on Amazon.com and other websites are going well, very few customers are taking the time to write a review once they purchase the books. If you have purchased either book and have the time available, I'd really appreciate if you would quickly log in and jot down your thoughts on the book. I know when I go shopping online, I look not only at the previews, but also the customer reviews.

Thanks so much for getting the word out about these books!

Priced Nostalgia Holds Contest for a $50 Ebay Giftcard!

Priced Nostalgia launched the Pony Symbol Contest last weekend at the My Little Pony Fair in Providence, Rhode Island. If you didn't have a chance to enter at the event, you can fill out an online entry form by going to this link. The contest is very easy to enter, especially is you have your copy of my book, The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory handy. Participants must list the names of the 49 ponies whose symbols appear on the book cover. The contest runs throughout the summer and ends September 30th.

Countdown to MLPFair '08!

I'm currently finishing up some last minute packing for my trip to Providence, Rhode Island for MLPFair 2008. If you happen to be attending, make sure to stop by my booth and introduce yourself. I'd love to meet you! In addition to chatting about ponies I'll also be signing copies of my books. I'll have copies for sale or if you already purchased your copy and would like it signed, bring it along and I'll be glad to sign it for you.

Priced Nostalgia Press will also be having their own booth this year and will be launching a special contest for a chance to win an Ebay gift card! They will also unveil the cover art for my upcoming My Little Pony G2 Collector's Inventory book. This year's Fair promises to be the best yet with a panel from Hasbro's marketing and design departments and a special appearance by My Little Pony creator Bonnie Zacherle.

Hopefully I'll see you in Providence!

The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory Is Now Available!

While Amazon and other larger bookstores may not get their shipments for a few more weeks, you can now get a copy through Priced Nostalgia's online listings found HERE . I will also have limited quantities of both The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory and The My Little Pony G3 Collector's Inventory available at the MD Meet in Baltimore for anyone who would like to purchase a copy at the event. Copies of both titles will also be available at the upcoming MLPFair in Providence, Rhode Island.

Here are a few shots to give you a peek inside the G1 guide:

Finally!

The picture for the 2008 MLP Fair Pony was officially released just a few minutes ago. She's interesting and goes along with the whole words and swirls thing that Hasbro will be trying out later this year on their collector sets starring the core 7 ponies and debuted with the unveiling of this year's project pony.

You can read the whole article on the Fair exclusive here: More Fair Pony Info

Another announcement by Fair staff was made earlier this week which may be even more exciting to some than an exclusive. Hasbro is hosting tours of their headquarters for collectors the Friday before the Fair!

So with this news, and the release of my G1 book this week, I'm experiencing pony overload... not that it is such a bad thing.

It's here!

My "advance proof" of The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory arrived! I'm thrilled at how it turned out! It really is a gorgeous book and I'm so happy with the finished product. Scans will be coming soon of the inside. I can't wait to share it with everyone.

I'll be at the MD Pony Meet in Baltimore, MD on May 10th to sign copies of the book and enjoy a great event hosted by Jewel! Hope to see you there!

The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory Now Available to Pre-order!

I'm excited to announce that the official release date for The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Invntory is set for May 1st 2008. With that said, Priced Nostalgia is offering a limited quantity of copies through Ebay for Pre-order and free shipping! Here's the link if you'd like to get your hands on one: Pre-order No Longer Available as of 5/1/08, but regular copies can be purchased HERE.

It is a gigantic book with individual pictures of each item.

Product Details

Paperback: 250 pages

Interior Ink: Full Color

Publisher: Priced Nostalgia Press

Publication Date: May 1, 2008

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0978606310

ISBN-13: 9780978606312

Product Description:

Finally, the guide that fans of Hasbro’s My Little Pony have waited for is here! With large, full color photos of every pony, playset and accessory released in the US in the 1980s and 1990s, this unofficial guide to the first generation of My Little Pony (commonly called MLP G1) from Summer Hayes provides everything a collector or collectibles seller needs to identify these toys and their accessories, understand their value, or build a collection. In addition to photographs of each item, this illustrated price guide contains detailed checklists to help collectors or sellers identify and reunite each pony in their collection with the accessories that they were originally packed with, including brushes, ribbons, stickers and more. With in-depth coverage of playsets, Pony Wear, stickers, mail orders and other exclusive ponies as well as differences and variations in ponies and accessories, The My Little Pony G1 Collector’s Inventory is the ultimate MLP resource. Collectors will also enjoy helpful sections on hard to find pony sets such as Petite Ponies, Dream Beauties, Little Litters, and stuffed plush. Whether you are a collector looking for a reliable price guide, an easy way to identify your ponies and keep track of accessories, an eBay or other collectibles seller looking for help valuing these items or just someone looking for the chance to remember these beloved toys from your childhood, you will find this to be the most comprehensive and complete guide to MLP available anywhere. With a foreword from Dream Valley’s Kim Shriner.While the official release date is set for May 1st, Priced Nostalgia is offering copies of the G1 Collector's Inventory for Pre-order. These copies will likely ship before the release date plus they are offering free shipping in the US for the first 50 pre-orders and discounts for international buyers. More details for purchasing can be found here:Priced Nostalgia Press The retail price is $39.99.

In case you were wondering...

In case you were were wondering why I hadn't been blogging as of late, this picture pretty much sums it all up. I wasn't ready to come home. I could have used a few more days of vacation. Although, it is seventy degrees today, so I can't complain too much.

I also feel that I need to acknowledge that I don't know why Amazon suddenly decided to double the price of the G3 inventory on their site and my publisher is looking into it. However, if you are in the market for a copy, there are other Amazon sellers and other retailers (including Barnes & Noble) that have it listed much more reasonably.

Stay tuned for more news on my upcoming G1 book later this week...

The New G1 Guide Cover Art!

I thought I'd share my exciting news! I just received a sneak peek of the cover art for my upcoming book, The My Little Pony G1 Collector's Inventory. I love the way it turned out!