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Second Visit to the Tintin Shop in Chinatown

Posted on December 31, 2011 by bookjunkie

Since I was last here, the shop seems to have expanded and I’m glad the owner is doing well. I like seeing authentic independent businesses thrive. I am sure that with the Tintin movie out, the interest in Tintin has … Continue reading →

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Books & Tin Tin at 313 Somerset: Harris & HMV

Posted on October 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was excited when I spotted the Tin Tin Comics section at Harris Bookstore. The soft cover ones cost about S$14 each, and S$13 if you have one of those discount cards. But be warned. Tin Tin written 70 years … Continue reading →

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Harris Bookstore: Pink Voodoo Dolls & Books

Posted on September 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Cute huh? Pink, girly Voodoo Dolls. Very interesting concept – eco friendly and super light paper wallets. At the Harris Bookstore at Somerset 313 there was a whole collection of manga by a Singaporean artist which I found captivating. This … Continue reading →

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Charlie Brown Cafe

Posted on January 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

B was excited to see this authentic Charlie Brown Cafe. It’s at 313 Somerset, but the external area which is not air-conditioned. There’s a story behind the Perrier glass in the photo. B got a free Perrier glass at NTUC, … Continue reading →

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Tintin in Chinatown

Posted on January 2, 2011 by bookjunkie

When I first glanced at the store from a metre away I wondered if it was a store selling fake Tintin stuff. As I came closer, I was delighted to see how authentic it was. The first time I saw … Continue reading →

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Cartoonist Who Tells The Truth

Posted on September 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

Alex Noriega is a 29 year old cartoonist from Barcelona and I think he is a genious! Check out his wonderful blog, Stuff No One Told Me with the cutest, strangely motivational illustrations. These are some of my favourites.

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Zoitz: Funny Comics

Posted on September 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

I found this web comic site hilarious. A tech saavy dad trying to explain where babies come from. Check out more funny stuff at Zoitz. Irritating statements.

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