Guardian fans interview

[LeoBenedictus]

Hi there

My name’s Leo Benedictus. I’m a writer for the Guardian, and I was wondering if someone could help me with an article I’m researching?

I’m looking for people who are extremely dedicated fans of particular people, who keep a large collection of memorabilia, and who would be willing to do a quick interview with me.

Is there anyone on here who might qualify as a Terry Pratchett superfan?

If in doubt, email/reply and I'll happily explain more.

Cheerio

Leo

 

[pip]

There would be quite a few superfans on here and a few commited collecters as well. I only collect the books with a small bit of memorabilia but i know some of the guys here have everything

 

[Tonyblack]

I'm not sure about superfans on this board. But who knows? Good luck with your hunt.

 

[LeoBenedictus]

superfans

Hi Pip

That sounds brilliant. What do you think would be the best way for me to get in touch with them?

Needless to say, I don't want to hassle anyone - just ask if they'd be willing to take part.

Thanks

Leo

 

[pip]

Theres a cunning artificer forum -
http://www.discworldstamps.co.uk/forum/ where there would probably be a greater concentration of collecters than here .

 

[LeoBenedictus]

Thanks again Pip - I'll try there too.

Although I'd still love to hear from anyone on here that fits the bill!

 

[Who's Wee Dug]

Hi Leo, Yes on the Cunning one's site there are some really serious Discworld stamp collectors and all sorts of memorabilia there,While I have the books,the DVD's some stamps,artwork, and figurines and such,mine pales in comparison to some there Just check out the shop when you log in there which will give you a good idea.

 

[Bouncy Castle]

There's a member on here called The Mad Collector. That's a bit of a hint!!

 

[DaveC]

I wasn't going to be the one to nudge in him forwards!

:idea:

But he is the one.

 

[Who's Wee Dug]

Mad is being a bit shy maybe.

 

[pip]

shame that Pooh would possibly fit the bill as well what with the whole Proof collection and stuff.

 

[SpideyGirl]

I wasn't going to be the one to nudge in him forwards!

:idea:

But he is the one.

me neither!

 

[meerkat]

I wasn't going to tell him anything! (I doubt he'd have enough money to bribe me with any way!)

 

[The Mad Collector]

There's a member on here called The Mad Collector. That's a bit of a hint!!

I've dropped him an email with links to the flickr albums of some of my stuff. Could be interesting

Not sure if I'm a committed collector or a collector who should be committed though

 

[Who's Wee Dug]

shame that Pooh would possibly fit the bill as well what with the whole Proof collection and stuff.

I had to look at that twice Pip about the PROOF collection ahem.

 

[Jan Van Quirm]

shame that Pooh would possibly fit the bill as well what with the whole Proof collection and stuff.

I had to look at that twice Pip about the PROOF collection ahem.

Well he always comes across as an equal opps collector and the skull ring does allow a LOT of leeway :twisted:

 

[Who's Wee Dug]

Poor Pooh we should not malign him or cast asparagus on his character.

 

[meerkat]

Or indeed Nasturtiums!

 

[pip]

shame that Pooh would possibly fit the bill as well what with the whole Proof collection and stuff.

I had to look at that twice Pip about the PROOF collection ahem.

Well he always comes across as an equal opps collector and the skull ring does allow a LOT of leeway :twisted:

Minds in the gutter