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July 25, 2013 By 2QT Publishing 2 Comments

Steeplejack Fred Series – Branch Line to Little Tinkering – Tilly Walker

Steeplejack Fred BRANCHLINE thumbnailAuthor: Tilly Walker
Release Date: 30th August 2013
Format: Paperback, Colour illustrations throughout
ISBN: 978-1-908098-60-3

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The third book in the Steeplejack Fred Series of Children’s stories, inspired by Fred Dibnah. Fred and his famous road train trundle along to the Little Tinkering steam rally, which this year celebrates the re-opening of the railway station at Little Tinkering and its old branch line. The Vicar asks a favour of Fred and disaster
follows…
A fully illustrated book with the hint of maths and physics for young minds.  54 pages.

The character of Steeplejack Fred has been created with support and kind permission from Fred Dibnah and Sheila Dibnah

 

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July 4, 2013 By 2QT Publishing 9 Comments

A Cast-Iron Will – Sheila Dibnah

A Cast-Iron Will

Author: Sheila Dibnah
Release Date: 30th June 2013
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 978-1-908098- 82-5

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Fearless courage, a passion for ‘mechanicing’  and an open, friendly smile made steeplejack Fred Dibnah a familiar name worldwide. His ability to demolish chimneys and lovingly resurrect vintage machinery was documented in a number of programmes that are still shown regularly on TV.

There was, however, much more to the man than his public image. In her memoir, A Cast-Iron Will, Sheila Dibnah reveals the story of her marriage to Fred. From their first meeting in Bolton to the final, troubled days of her husband’s life when he cut her out of his Will as he lay dying, she presents a moving, funny and sensitive tribute to this great man.

From their first meeting, an enduring friendship developed between the diminutive engineer and the striking, six-foot, blonde ex-showgirl. As that friendship deepened, Sheila discovered the complexities of a seemingly straightforward individual – his insecurities about his lack of education and his humble roots, and the scars he already bore after two failed marriages. Living with a public figure is never easy and Sheila charts the problems that arose as Fred’s profile soared. At the same time, through anecdotes of their time together, she presents a vivid picture of a passionate relationship that transformed both of their lives.

When Sheila’s father suffered a fatal fall and Fred was diagnosed with terminal cancer on the same day, their world began to fall apart…
This is no ‘kiss and tell’ but a genuine tribute to the man that Sheila loved and with whom she hoped to spend the rest of her life. Her words will resonate with anyone who has lost a partner. And to Fred’s fans, it gives a unique and intimate portrait of a truly great man.

Filed Under: Book Releases, Publications Tagged With: Dibnah, Fred Dibnah, Memoir, Sheila Dibnah

May 23, 2012 By Catherine Cousins Leave a Comment

The Steeplejack Fred Series – Fred’s Summer Holiday – NEW Release

Author: Tilly Walker
Release Date: 23rd June 2012
Format: (Paperback, Colour illustrations throughout)
ISBN: 978-1-908098-58-0

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Steeplejack Fred has spent a long winter climbing sky high chimneys, church steeples and factory roofs.
He decides to take a well earned holiday beside the sea and sets off with his amazing multi-coloured road train.
Little does he know of the exciting adventures that await him…

The first in The Steeplejack Fred Series, beautifully illustrated by Caroline Whiteside.  The Character Steeplejack Fred has been inspired by Fred Dibnah and created with kind permission from Fred Dibnah and Sheila Dibnah.

A percentage of the Author’s proceeds will be donated to an Engineering / Apprentice based Charity, and we will put up the details of the Charity once it has been confirmed.

Come to our initial Book Launch on 23rd June 2012 at the Fred Dibnah Heirtage Centre in Bolton between 10.0o.am and 12 noon

Tilly Walker was recently interviewed by Dave Hignett, Presenter and Bolton FM Radio – Interview with Tilly Walker – Bolton FM

 

Filed Under: Book Releases, Children / Teenager Tagged With: Fred Dibnah, Fred's Summer Holiday, Steeplejack Fred, Tilly Walker

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