Wednesday, 1 May 2013

WELCOME TO OUR MAY 2013 BLOG




It's so wonderful to eventually see the sunshine and to get rid of the coats, gloves and scarves....long may it last.


We have lots of new titles to announce this month -


Firstly our latest titles published in April : 

Concepts of Wine Technology 3rd ed - £28

Atlas of History's Greatest Disasters & Mistakes - £10

Eastern Rhodopes - £19.95

Heraldry - £10

Atlas of History's Greatest Heroes & Villains

Maiden Victory - £18

Our new titles for May 2013 are: 

Land Rover File - 65 Ann Ed -  already very well reviewed

The Last Guru - from Dance Books

May I Have The Pleasure -  from Dance Books

The Red Lion Brewery

Wings of the Morning

British Light Music - from Dance Books

CAVA
How to teach Beginning Ballet - from Dance Books













We have also received some excellent reviews this month - 

REVIEWS

The Zoo's Annual Piggyback Race and This is Dobbo  http://www.booksmonthly.co.uk/children.html
" BOOKS MONTHLY SAYS: Beautiful illustrations - youngsters will love this - some of the rhymes are a little weird, but no one will mind, it's a beautiful book and children will love having it read to them at bedtime!" about The Zoo's Annual Piggyback Race

The Zoo's Annual Piggyback Race has been reviewed by The Picture Book Review - highly recommended!  "I'm impressed and looking forward to seeing more of their books. I hope you get a chance to check it out!" - Picture Book Review

APPLES AND ORCHARDS OF SUSSEX has been reviewed by The Sussex Wildlife Trust magazine by Petra Billings

BLUE PETER - BEHIND THE BADGE BY ALEX LEDGER reviewed by SAGA MAGAZINE - by Moira Petty

LAND ROVER FILE 65TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION - BY ERIC DYMOCK, reviewed by  http://www.4x4i.com
"As a book, it's great 'square' format, and has suitably high production values, which makes the cost of £22.50 particuarly impressive. It's also an independent publication, and that's always worth supporting. Well worth putting on any 4x4 enthusiast's bookshelf; great as a reference tool, but equally enjoyable just to dip in and out. I will be doing both. NF

Latest review for Jane Austen & Adlestop

***** 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Addition to Jane Austen Biography 13 April 2013
By Elaine Fairweather
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
For someone who has already plumbed the biographical details of Jane Austen, this book offers a refreshing new aspect. Tracing back along the maternal line, Victoria Huxley reveals the rich and interesting history of the Leigh family.

With the same delight one reads about Elizabeth Bennet being taken out of her relatively humble home situation for a tour of Derbyshire and being invited into Mr Darcy’s circle at Pemberley, one follows with elevated spirits Jane Austen’s visits to Adlestrop and Stoneleigh. Other biographers merely record these visits took place. This book has taken this little bit of Austen history so often passed by, opened it up and brought it vividly to life.

The influences of such visits have clearly contributed to many of the scenes, places, houses and landscapes Jane describes in her novels. Page after page there is a delicious sense of familiarity as one walks the same pathways Jane Austen must have trod. Victoria Huxley writes in a very readable and warm style, yet her research and the inferences she makes resonate with scholarly truth and integrity.

The work is a valuable addition to any collection of Austen biography. It has redressed an imbalance in my understanding of just how well connected Jane was, and of her intimate knowledge and experience of the higher echelons of society and wealth. It has also deepened my understanding of the values, issues and attitudes of the time.

As well as enjoying this book in its own right, it also promises to enhance my pleasure in re-reading Jane Austen’s novels. When I do, it will be with a fresh eye and deeper understanding, together with a more whole view of that great author’s life.

A bit about we do.....


Vine House Distribution Limited
This month we focus on one of Vine House Distribution Limited key services our platinum standard warehousing and distribution.
What makes our distribution cutting edge

Vine House Distribution Limited client and customer services department support and control a comprehensive range of distribution services:
·         handling the order, picking and despatch of orders whatever the size for all over the world;
·         investing in dynamic service orientated leading edge IT to improve efficiency in operating performance.

Improving 

·         Maximisation of warehouse storage capacity.
·         Better packing practices with positive environmental effects.
·         Faster despatch times.
So why choose us for your distribution
Vine House Distribution Limited staff understands fully the needs of distribution for their customers and individual staff are assigned as first point of contact and ongoing liaison.

The staff are always on hand to offer or discuss with you any challenges you may have.  We understand that getting the distribution right is the key to getting your book out there. 
And of course we specialise in distribution for the smaller publisher.   

Our client and customer services department support and manage:
·         Slick processes for checking stock;
·         Handling deliveries and returns;
·         Stock husbandry; and  
·         Individual bar coding and annual stocktaking.

A cut above
66,000 sq ft distribution centre operating a high capacity quick turn-around system within twenty hours of receipt.

A successful warehouse distribution supported by Vine House’s strong management team, leaving you time to market your book.
Our pledge to you 
Vine House Distribution Limited sets itself apart with its cutting edge service and pledges to you a service second to none:
Value for money
International distribution
Nothing is too much trouble
Encouragement and support
Help at your fingertips
Orders of any size 
Understand our business
Sales and Marketing bespoke to you
Excellent communicating with our customers at all times

Distribution Limited   

And finally
If you need a professional efficient cutting edge distributor contact Vine House Distribution Limited now.
Email sales@vinehouseuk.co.uk
Phone +44 1825 767 396Fax +441825 765 649

Monday, 15 April 2013

It's London Book Fair week... a time to meet new Authors, Publishers, Suppliers and Customers.  We'll be there to find out what's new on the market, how to keep up with the times and reflect on the past year and the future of the book trade.

Call the office on ++44 1825 767396 to arrange a meeting


If you've not seen our website, here is a bit about us...

Now in its 26th year of operation, Vine House Distribution Ltd was set up in 1987 by Richard Squibb, based on 20 years’ previous experience in the sales, promotion, distribution and accounting functions of the book trade.
The basic objective of Vine House is to provide a personal, promotion-minded and cost-effective sales and distribution service for small and medium-sized Publishers, from both the UK and overseas, in a pro-active manner which keeps pace with the many on-going developments in the book trade.
The basic range of services is:
  • Representation
  • Invoicing
  • Warehousing
  • Distribution
  • Cash Collection
  • Credit Control
  • Sales, Stock & Dues Reporting
  • Mail Order Fulfilment
  • Publicity & Promotion
Good representation remains the key to selling books into book trade outlets and this is achieved by our experienced and motivated sales team who have strong contacts at head office and retail level, throughout the UK, Europe and overseas.
We continuously disseminate information on new and existing titles by means of regular and targeted mailings to key and trade customers and specialist outlets throughout the world.
Our Worldwide Distribution service has access to approximately 45,000 trade accounts in over 200 countries. This global customer base is enhanced by specialist and non-traditional outlets and is consistently updated by a dedicated research and marketing team.
Efficiency is achieved by utilising modern and fully equipped warehousing and despatch facilities. This function includes a core publishing industry computer system which provides order management, invoicing and sales, stock and dues reporting and customer account management. Accounting activities include strict adherence to efficient cash collection procedures and tight credit control, in accordance with normal trade terms. A comprehensive package of management reports is available, as well as e-commerce facilities (including EDI and Pubeasy).
All Publishers are different, even if basic activities are common, and Vine House endeavours to personalise its services through a sound knowledge of each Client’s particular requirements. In order to achieve this, we communicate regularly with our Publishers, especially in respect of sales, forthcoming titles and promotional opportunities. This is done through our Customer and Client Services team.
Our underlying aim, therefore, is to provide our Publishers with a flexible service to suit their needs but to hold them together as a cohesive unit so that customers receive a comprehensive and responsive service.

We have been members of the Independent Publishers Guild for over 20 years.

Finally, the basis for our charges is a percentage of turnover, which we believe carries the right emphasis and also simplifies the Client’s budgeting exercise. We will be only too pleased to provide details of these charges, but need to know details of particular requirements and volumes in order to be able to do so.

For further details, please visit our website: www.vinehouseuk.co.uk
For further information, please send me an email : tara@vinehouseuk.co.uk


Tuesday, 26 March 2013


Firstly - we'd like to wish you all a very Happy Easter



COME AND MEET US AT THE LONDON BOOK FAIR

If you would like to meet us to discuss any of our services, we will be at the London Book Fair on Tuesday 16th April 2013 - please email or call to arrange a meeting email: sales@vinehouseuk.co.uktel: +44 1825 767 396Full details of the fair can be found on the website: http://www.londonbookfair.co.uk/



What makes our distribution cutting edge

Vine House Distribution Limited
This month we focus on one of Vine House Distribution Limited key services our platinum standard warehousing and distribution.
What makes our distribution cutting edge

Vine House Distribution Limited client and customer services department support and control a comprehensive range of distribution services:
·         handling the order, picking and despatch of orders whatever the size for all over the world;
·         investing in dynamic service orientated leading edge IT to improve efficiency in operating performance.

Improving 

·         Maximisation of warehouse storage capacity.
·         Better packing practices with positive environmental effects.
·         Faster despatch times.
So why choose us for your distribution
Vine House Distribution Limited staff understands fully the needs of distribution for their customers and individual staff are assigned as first point of contact and ongoing liaison.

The staff are always on hand to offer or discuss with you any challenges you may have.  We understand that getting the distribution right is the key to getting your book out there. 
And of course we specialise in distribution for the smaller publisher.   

Our client and customer services department support and manage:
·         Slick processes for checking stock;
·         Handling deliveries and returns;
·         Stock husbandry; and  
·         Individual bar coding and annual stocktaking.

A cut above
66,000 sq ft distribution centre operating a high capacity quick turn-around system within twenty hours of receipt.

A successful warehouse distribution supported by Vine House’s strong management team, leaving you time to market your book.
Our pledge to you 
Vine House Distribution Limited sets itself apart with its cutting edge service and pledges to you a service second to none:
Value for money
International distribution
Nothing is too much trouble
Encouragement and support
Help at your fingertips
Orders of any size 
Understand our business
Sales and Marketing bespoke to you
Excellent communicating with our customers at all times

Distribution Limited   

And finally
If you need a professional efficient cutting edge distributor contact Vine House Distribution Limited now.
Email sales@vinehouseuk.co.uk
Phone +44 1825 767 396 
Fax +441825 765 649

Wednesday, 27 February 2013

OUR ALL INCLUSIVE SERVICE


March 2013


Get the expert service you need
Vine House Distribution Limited comes to you with 25 years experience in book distribution. Whether you are publishing books on wine, dance, motoring or anything in between we can help you to reach your distribution goals with our personal team of professionals.

Our personable manner sets us apart from our competitors.
It’s not always easy to get your titles noticed, however you can depend on Vine House Distribution Limited to provide appropriate marketing and promotion.

We specialise in sales and distribution for the smaller publisher.

Vine House people are excellent communicators who pro-actively keep pace with ongoing developments in the book trade.

Advice and support on demand
Vine House will support and advise you at every step of the process offering you practical solutions and expert service whenever you need it. Our team are dedicated to distributing your titles as widely as possible with efficiency and enthusiasm.

We will always be on hand to offer or discuss with you any issues that need to be resolved and will always be receptive and courteous to your needs at all times. 
Vine House understands that getting the distribution right is the key to successful publishing.

Vine House will support and encourage you throughout the entire process

What can we offer you 
·         Distribution in the UK and overseas.
·         Cost effective sales and distribution service.
·         Bespoke sales and marketing package just for you managed in house alongside our distribution service.
·         Electronic ordering.
·         Trade show promotion.
·         Single book or bulk orders.
·         Variety of cost effective delivery methods worldwide, economy and priority courier services.
·         Promote your publication on every available platform, print, internet.

Our pledge to you
Although the book distribution industry is very competitive Vine House sets itself apart with its diamond edge service and pledges to you a service second to none:

Contact us
Get in touch with Vine House Distribution Limited now to find out more about how our diamond edge service can help you.

Email  sales@vinehouseuk.co.uk
Phone 
+44 1825 767 396Fax +441825 765 649  


FORTHCOMING TITLES




FEBRUARY 2013
Oregon Eco-Friendly Wine           24.99   -   Food & Drink/Wine
Maiden Victory                              18.00   -   Cricket

MARCH 2013
Bed & Breakfast…..and Much More                   7.95  -  Travel/Accommodation
+Jane Austen & Adlestrop                                    10.99  -  Biography/Local History
Jump Rope                                                              8.99  -  Childrens/Hobbies/Games      
The Aha! of Science                                            12.99  -  Popular Science
The Zoo’s Annual Piggyback Race                     5.99  -  Children’s fiction
Superbrands Annual 2013                                   50.00  -  Marketing/Advertising


APRIL 2013
Atlas of History’s Greatest Heroes & Villains         10.00    -  History
Atlas of History’s Greatest Disasters/Mistakes     10.00   -   History
Heraldry                                                                        10.00   -   History
North-East Poland                                                        20.95  -  Wildlife/Travel
Eastern Rhodopes                                                       19.95  -  Wildlife/Travel
Wine in the Bible                                                          17.00  -  Wine/History
Sonoma Wine & the Story of Buena Vista               26.00  -  Wine
Land Rover File 65th Anniversary Edition                22.50  -  Transport
New Adventures of Wine Cookery RP                     9.99  -  Food & Drink/Wine/Cookery
Champagne Cookbook                                           12.95  -  Food & Drink/Wine
Wine, Food & the Good Life                                      9.95  -  Food & Drink/Wine/Cooking
Concepts in Wine Chemistry 3rd Ed HB                  60.00  -  Food & Drink/Wine
Concepts in Wine Technology 3rd Ed HB               28.00  -  Food & Drink/Wine


MAY 2013                                                               
British Light Music                        15.00  -  Music/Composers
May I Have the Pleasure RP      12.50   -  Dance
The Last Guru                                20.00  -  Dance/Biography
Red Lion Brewery                        20.00  -  History/Business   
Wings of the Morning                  8.99  -  Historical Fiction
Cava: Sparkling Happiness         9.99  -  Food & Drink/Wine



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Vine House Distribution offer personalised sales and distribution for small & medium sized publishers

Vine House Distribution offer personalised sales and distribution for small & medium sized publishers
+Vine House Distribution Ltd

Thursday, 17 January 2013

A New Year


Firstly we would like to wish you Happy New Year and hope you all had a good Christmas.


What we can do for you:

Your book is your passion, and if you’re the author then you’ll have spent months, maybe even years, finishing it and if you’re the publisher then your authors are important to you so let us take care of the distribution and sales.

Book distribution is our passion. Vine House has been around for over 25 years and have gained a wealth of knowledge and contacts to get your book out there.
The book distribution process may be new to you, but we’re here to help with every step. From the actual warehousing, distribution, invoicing and cash collection to the sales and marketing, with a tailor made service so you can rest assured that your book will receive the personal attention it deserves.


To read our full services please visit our website: www.vinehouseuk.co.uk


What our Publishers say...

“We have been a client of Vine House for more than 17 years and have had consistently excellent service from them for the whole period.” Dance Books

“Easy On The Eye Books were pleased with the attitude and enthusiasm of Vine House to our initial proposals, and as a new publisher have found them helpful and supportive”. Easy On The Eye


"To Picnic, ‘Vine House’ means Pauline Gosden, Julie McCarron and Sarah Squibb. They have been steadfast throughout a very difficult time for Picnic and I cannot rate them or the service they provide more highly. Efficient, always supportive and helpful, nothing is too much trouble. They specialise in sales and distribution for the smaller publishers - and I don't think you can get much smaller than Picnic! - and do so with dedication, thoughtfulness and great kindness." Picnic Publishing


"Vine House, having been MRP's distributor for 12 years, has demonstrated that a small, enthusiastic, friendly and efficient team is ideally suited to the requirements of a specialist publisher such as ourselves." Motor Racing Publications


Read more on our website - http://www.vinehouseuk.co.uk/testimonials.php


If you would like further information and would like to have a chat or arrange a meeting, please get in touch – email:  sales@vinehouseuk.co.uk
Vine House Distribution Ltd, The Old Mill House, Mill Lane, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5AA

Tel:  +44 1825 767 396  Fax: +44 1825 765649
 

New titles for early 2013

IN FEBRUARY

Maiden Victory is the fascinating, and only, account of the 1935 South African cricket tour and the first time the South Africans won a test series in England. Limited edition, numbered copies.  Previously inaccessible to tourists, Angola is fast becoming the place for the adventurous traveller and 4x4 Travel Guides: Angola is the first ever comprehensive 4x4 guidebook on this vast country. Containing the most up to date information and a pull-out map this guide offers all the practical advice you could need. Unearth the real soul of Angola.
 

IN MARCH

This is a beautifully illustrated story about The Zoo’s Annual Piggyback Race where all of the Zoo animals take part. Children will love the rhyming prose of this fun and exciting story. 
The Superbrands Annual 2013 is the latest edition of this popular book that highlights the strongest and most iconic brands over a wide range of sectors. It provides case histories and explores how these brands succeed and is lavishly illustrated with over 350 images. 
The Aha! Of Science is an illustrated guided tour of the sciences. Designed to de-mystify the subject, it’s suitable for all ages, and is written in a style that is easy to understand. 
Jump Rope is the perfect introduction to the world of skipping.  It's a boxed set containing professional skipping rope and instruction book for children aged 8 and up. With tricks and routines included Jump Rope is brilliant fun and a great way to exercise!