Request for help with a book project

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   Hello All,
I have been asked by a small specialist publisher to research the possibility of publishing an illustrated book covering the subject of MTBs and MGBs during their heyday. The scope is yet to be agreed but I fear may be heavily dependant on material available and, of course, space. 

I would be keen to place considerable emphasis on design, construction, engine configurations etc. Macklin's 'pre fab' approach to Fairmiles is a story in itself and the use of local yards around the country (and world) would be of considerable interest.

We would hope to illustrate the book with contemporary photographs and some newly taken photography of surviving examples where relevant. The book would be a substantial hardback, around 200 pages, approx A4 size.

The end result would be heavily illustrated, full of interest to those who know little of the subject and at the same time satisfyingly accurate for those with considerable knowledge.

So my question is, as a starting point, where would I find the best photographic archive?

Thanks in advance,

Michael Herridge
(Chichester UK)

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Michael Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 11 September 2013 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 3	Post Options Post Reply Quote Michael Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Request for help with a book project Posted: 11 September 2013 at 2:24pm
	Hello All, I have been asked by a small specialist publisher to research the possibility of publishing an illustrated book covering the subject of MTBs and MGBs during their heyday. The scope is yet to be agreed but I fear may be heavily dependant on material available and, of course, space. I would be keen to place considerable emphasis on design, construction, engine configurations etc. Macklin's 'pre fab' approach to Fairmiles is a story in itself and the use of local yards around the country (and world) would be of considerable interest. We would hope to illustrate the book with contemporary photographs and some newly taken photography of surviving examples where relevant. The book would be a substantial hardback, around 200 pages, approx A4 size. The end result would be heavily illustrated, full of interest to those who know little of the subject and at the same time satisfyingly accurate for those with considerable knowledge. So my question is, as a starting point, where would I find the best photographic archive? Thanks in advance, Michael Herridge (Chichester UK)
	Michael Herridge

johnk Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 March 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1355	Post Options Post Reply Quote johnk Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 11 September 2013 at 3:57pm
	Hi Michael, Well, you have started in the right place! clearly a book for commercial sale has implications for holders of pictures like the RN museum, Coastal forces heritage trust, etc links on this web-site which I am sure you can see....there are projects and completed vessels if you looked at "then and now" restoration at Watchet under "Watchet warships" and HMS Gay Archer, but also as I always mention, MTB 102 at Lowestoft, HDML Medusa again links on the links page, there have been of course some great books on coastal forces already, but as I say if I may, what is being done today to save and restore the craft and memories of the men and women of coastal forces is something I think could be of interest.... Regards Johnk

Christian Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 17 June 2005 Location: Gibraltar Status: Offline Points: 775	Post Options Post Reply Quote Christian Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 11 September 2013 at 7:44pm
	Hi Michael I suggest you try emailing the NMM Plans & Photos here; plansandphotos@rmg.co.uk Regards, Edited by Pioneer - 11 September 2013 at 10:07pm

Michael Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 11 September 2013 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 3	Post Options Post Reply Quote Michael Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12 September 2013 at 9:13am
	Hi Both, Many thanks for the response. I will be making contact as suggested and let you know how I get on. Best Michael
	Michael Herridge

Christian Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 17 June 2005 Location: Gibraltar Status: Offline Points: 775	Post Options Post Reply Quote Christian Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12 September 2013 at 9:53am
	Oops try contacting the IWM too; http://www.iwm.org.uk/global-tags/email