I’ve been gathering quite a collection of gardening books here at Ash Tree Books—many of them antiquarian, out-of-print, or otherwise collectible. There are just too many to get listed all at once, so I thought I’d try something a little different: show them to…
There’s something magical about the stories that books carry—especially when they bring people together in the most unexpected ways. At the Spring Craft Market at the Italian Hall in Port Alberni this past weekend, I brought two very special titles to my Ash Tree…
Running Ash Tree Books solo means my collection of collectible books is ever-growing, and sometimes it’s a challenge to showcase each gem individually. To give you a glimpse into the diverse selection, I’ve created a video highlighting some of the unique titles waiting to…
I wanted to share a quick look at a little stack of maritime-themed finds currently in my collection—books and binders I haven’t had time to post individually yet, but that felt too good not to highlight. If something catches your eye, feel free to…
There’s something quietly magical about old books on nature, gardening, and wildlife. These are among my absolute favorite titles to collect and offer through Ash Tree Books. Whether it’s a richly illustrated guide to wildflowers, a vintage manual on home gardening, or a study…
