Learn About Honeyburn Books: Your Trusted Bookstore
About Honeyburn Books
Every book tells a story – not just on its pages, but in its journey from past to present. At Honeyburn Books, we believe vintage and rare books deserve to be treated with the care and respect they've earned over decades.
Founded by Bill and Barbara Anne, retired educators with a lifelong passion for literature, our family business specializes in carefully sourced vintage books – particularly exceptional children's literature, first editions, and illustrated classics. We attend auctions, research every title thoroughly, and wrap each purchase as beautifully as if it were a gift for someone we love. From our home in Scotland, we ship worldwide, dispatching every order within 24 hours. Whether you're completing a collection, rediscovering childhood favourites, or searching for that perfect gift, we're here to help.
About Us (Bill & Barbara)
My name is William although most people call me Bill.
Before my retirement I was an IT lecturer abroad for many years.
Since childhood I have always enjoyed reading all types of literature. Now I am a but more nostalgic in my choices, especially good children’s literature.
So now I have the time and opportunity to renew my interest in books. As my wife and both enjoy going to auctions.
I was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and one of my favourite authors is Ian Rankin a fellow Scot. I also share wife’s interest in illustrators and woodcuts.
My other interests are football, playing pool, and athletics.
We run the book business as a team using our different skills mine is maintenance and admin. My wife’s research and logistics.
We have a family of grown up girls who we video link and they keep us up to date with modern tech. So I am outvoted on occasions.
Barbara Anne – Research & Wrapping Specialist
Originally from St Albans in Hertfordshire, Barbara Anne is Bill's wife and business partner. A retired Head Teacher who spent many years working abroad..
Now settled in Scotland – a place she holds dear – she brings a wealth of experience and warmth to Honeyburn Books.
Her diverse interests include art, crafts, gardening, swimming, and hunting for unique illustrated books at auctions – these beautifully designed volumes are her particular passion.
In the bookshop, Barbara Anne oversees research and gift wrapping. She takes great pride in carefully wrapping every customer’s purchase as if it were a special present, believing that every book deserves to be treated with care.
A devoted fan of John Le Carré, she finds his novels endlessly intriguing. Above all, she loves connecting with customers and hearing the childhood memories that books can bring to life.