Bookplates have a long and interesting history, dating back to the 15th century. Borrowing books was a common practice and the owner needed some way to remind the reader they should return the book when finished with it. A common phrase seen on bookplates is: "ex libris", which is Latin for "from the books of", but some book owners went so far as to place threats and curses on their bookplates to ensure the book's safe return.
This book is (John Doe's),
My fist is another;
You touch one,
And you'll feel the other.Through the years, bookplates have been considered works of art. Many people collect them. These days, many authors use them as a convenient way to 'sign' books. The following bookplate is based on a design from the Art Nouveau preiod and has an adhesive back that can be easily placed inside your book.
Children of the Sea
(this bookplate has an image of a woman surrounded by babies and bears Miss B's motto: Every Birth is a Lesson.)Inscriptions
Please indicate if you'd like a dedication or other inscription on the bookplate. ("For Zuzu" or "With bookish wishes." etc.) Otherwise, I'll simply send best wishes and sign my name.
How to Request Bookplates
Just send a self-addressed envelope to the address below, indicating the inscription, if any, and how many bookplates you'd like (max 5...if you need more for a bookclub please let me know and include extra postage).(For International Readers: No need to include return postage if you are outside Canada...while I appreciate the gesture, Canada Post won't accept stamps from outside the country, so I just use my own.)
Ami McKay
PO Box 146
Canning, NS
B0P 1H0
CANADAA Note to Booksellers:
I also provide free signed bookplates to booksellers. Just email me and tell me how many you'd like. Email Ami
