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Greek Odyssey by Tricia Zimic
Hello, my name is Jim McNamara and I am a
collector of childrens’ series books. 
I began collecting in 1977, when my mother 
introduced me to “Nancy Drew” and “The Hardy Boys”
via the television show.  My mom knew that the show was based onthe Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys series books, so she picked up a book every now and then,
sometimes Nancy Drew or The Hardy Boys, and sometimes a different book similar to those.  By the time I was 18, I had begun to try to track downa few of the illustrators, whose artwork I appreciated.  It was tough in the beginning,
before the internet, but I managed to track down a few of the illustrators, including Ruth Sanderson, Bob Berran, Paul Bachem, Tricia Zimic, and George Gaadt. The artists were surprised that anyone would be interested in finding them or learning more about the artwork they had produced.  I began to “interview” them and learn about their methods,
motivation, history, and future artworks, sharing the information with other collectors who were also interested in learning about the artists.  Many of the artists sold me artwork
at a reasonable price, or even gifted them to me for being so appreciative and determined.  Now, with the internet and all the information it holds, it has become less difficult 
to track down the artists, even those overseas.  The medium has changed drastically, ​now much of it is being digitally-rendered artwork as opposed to “oils on canvas”.  It hasn’t stopped me from contacting the artists, though, and learning more
about them and their processes.  My collection, which 
contains over 70 paintings, 4,000 books, and numerous other memorabilia, is ever-expanding.  I am sharing my collection
through libraries, galleries, and my website to encourage others to try to learn more about their favorite artists and pursue their hobbies.



All images on this site are part of my collection
Most images are clickable to see full-sized images
For More information, or questions and comments, contact me at JJMJR66@aol.com


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10/12/2013:  Website Launched
02/23/2021:  Added Susan Sand Mystery Stories #7 - The Search for the Snowship Songs
02/23/2021:  Added Susan Sand Mystery Stories #8 - The Mystery of Beggarbay Bluff
02/23/2021:  Added The X Bar X Boys #14 - At the Strange Rodeo
02/23/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Diaries #21 - Danger at the Iron Dragon
02/23/2021:  Added Bomba the Jungle Boy #6 - Terror Trail
02/23/2021:  Added Bomba the Jungle Boy #8 - Among the Slaves

02/23/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #7 - The Clue in the Diary Russian Version
02/23/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #9 - The Sign of the Twisted Candles Russian Version
02/23/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #25 - The Ghost of Blackwood Hall Russian Version
02/23/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #31 - The Ringmaster's Secret Russian Version
02/23/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #43 - The Mystery of the 99 Steps Russian Version
02/24/2021:  Added The Blythe Girls #1 - Helen, Margy, and Rose Second Version
02/24/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #3 - The Bungalow Mystery First British Edition
02/24/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #10 - The Password to Larkspur Lane Second Norwegian Edition
02/24/2021:  Added Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #20 - The Clue in the Jewel Box Second Norwegian Edition


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