Thanks to all for the input and incredible knowledge! I am just a simple searcher and therefore very grateful to all you who are trying to help. Nothing described thus far seems in any way THE STORY, so the search continues...I wonder if I dreamt it?

I have just gone into EB mode after many years, trying to control myself is impossible, I just WANT them again...I wonder if its some awful insecurity or just a straightforward longing? There seems to be a tangible thread running through the posts of bygone days when life was deliciously simple (or ...

Hi Raci, how kind, will look and take note of what you say, new at all this ebaying and Blytoning but have a funny feeling it may well get out of hand - thanks for your interest and reply. Kind regards

I am looking for a copy of the above book, I think published in 1954. If there is anyone out there who has a copy I could buy I would be very grateful. Thank you

I really cannot beleive how helpful you have been, Anita you are right and this little story is in the 9th Holiday Book. All I have to do now is try to find the book! I have been a long time trying to trace the story and simply amazed that within 24hours I have a chance to find this book and read th...

thank you both for replying so very quickly. I have looked at the book listings and it may be it is a story from The Strange Umbrella, if anyone has this book could you please have a "quick flick" see if there is such a story. Thanks you all for your time. PS Am madly jealous to see the pi...

I wonder if anyone can remember a story about a boy (perhaps ill in bed?) who is given a pen or pencil and paper to draw with who finds that what he draws comes to life. Its fifty years since I read it so maybe I have got it wrong but something along those lines. Grateful for any help.