TORONTO – Bestselling fantasy writer George R.R. Martin drew a very large crowd to Indigo Books on Bay st. while making a promotional stop in Toronto. In fact, the line up to have Mr. Martin sign a copy from his hit series of “A Song of Ice and Fire” books was probably the longest HoundsTV has ever witnessed at this particular book store (and we’ve been to many signings at this store over the years. Martin’s line was even longer than President Bill Clinton who recently had visited the store to sign books.)

No doubt Mr. Martin’s increased popularity has been from the success of HBO’s ‘Game Of Thrones” of which the television series is inspired by his series of novels. It was the latest, “A Dance with Dragons,” that Martin was in Toronto to promote.

“I’m recognized on the streets. I mean, just that — that’s one of the things that startles me, and I think that’s largely a result of the HBO thing.” – George R.R. Martin

George R.R. Martin was named to Time magazine’s 2011 list of the most influential people in the world. At the book signing, Martin was wearing his signature accessories, suspenders and a cap. The genial author was polite and even apologetic for the long wait people would be experiencing before getting up to meet him.

Line up around the block to meet George R.R. Martin (March 13, 2012)

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Hundreds of fans turned out to Indigo Books in downtown Toronto where country music icon, Shania Twain, made a rare in-person appearance. Shania was there to sign copies of her just published memoir, “From This Moment On.”

It’s been a roller-coaster few years for the otherwise publicity-shy Shania. In 2008, her marriage to music producer Robert “Mutt” Lange broke down, when it was revealed that he’d been having an affair with their property manager and Shania’s best friend, Marie Anne Thiebaud. To add to the media fuel that had infringed on her personal life, Shania married Frédéric Thiébaud on Janurary 1, 2011, the former husband of Marie Anne.

In the emotionally charged autobiography, Shania recalls the struggles of her younger years, living in poverty and growing up in a domestically abusive household, and the maternal care of her four younger siblings she took on when her parents were tragically killed in a car crash. She reveals intimate details of her life as she dealt with her first divorce, and the loss of her best friend, but most of all she walks us through the inspiring and empowering tale of her climb toward fame and her successful multifaceted career.

Today, Twain and Thiébaud spend most of the year at their mountainside Switzerland estate, which the couple recently converted into a horse ranch, from a 20th century mill. There, according to friends, the couple and Shania’s son Eja feel tranquil, and completely removed from the world.

In her first interview about the book with Oprah, Shania said, “Every step has had its own level of anxiety attached. The relief comes because I’m now in the interaction with the fans and the public and sensing their connection to the book, and I’m just sensing a community spirit. We’re all in this together,” she adds. “I’m sure many people have experienced these things and I’m hoping that they relate, and benefit.”

Shania reveals many intimate stories from her incredible climb to worldwide stardom in her just released book, “From This Moment On.”

HoundsTV was in attendance at the book signing and managed to secure a very few signed copies.

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SIGNED: May, 2011 – Indigo Books. Toronto, Canada

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Former Guns N’ Roses drummer Steven Adler has been on a book tour of late promoting his just released autobiography “My Appetite for Destruction: Sex & Drugs”

And it’s quite the story. Adler chronicles, in sometimes shocking detail, how he came to help form Guns N’ Roses which as a band went onto record one of the biggest and most memorable debut records in music history. And then Adler throws the fame and money away in a decent of serious drug abuse.

The book is worth a read for just some of the stories and observations Adler has for rock icons Steven Tyler, Slash, Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee, and of course some great stories about the one-and-only Gn’R lead singer Axl Rose and his unique ways.

This first edition hardcover (285 pages) is signed by Steven Adler in blue sharpie on the inside title page, “Thank You. Steven Adler. Gn’R”

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SIGNED: August 3, 2010 – Toronto, Canada

(May 19, 2010 – Toronto) The Prince of Darkness, metal legend Ozzy Osbourne made a brief stop in Toronto, Canada. Ozzy was in Toronto talking to select media about his new record, “Scream.”

HoundsTV caught up with Ozzy as he was exiting a Queen St. recording studio after doing press interviews and Osbourne was cool about signing his recently released autobiography, “I Am Ozzy.” This is a first edition hardcover book (391 pages.)

A member of Ozzy’s entourage, in reference to the just signed book, couldn’t help remark, “I’ll look for that book on the internet.” HoundsTV response: “You’ll find it.”

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After being exclusively held up in Las Vegas for many years performing, Celine Dion made her triumphant return to Canada during a 2008 world tour. Celine’s security detail does do a good job keeping her out of the public eye when not on stage. But if you can find her, Celine is usually kind enough to sign a few autographs.

After her sold-out Air Canada Centre performance. Celine returned to her downtown Toronto hotel but did stop for a few minutes and sign for the autograph collectors that caught up to her.

HoundsTV did manage to get a couple of these beautiful books personally signed by Celine Dion. These FOR KEEPS – hardcover memorabilia books are 9″ x 12″ and almost 200 pages which feature copies of rare photographs and removable mementos from Celine’s personal archives. A truly unique and special piece!

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SIGNED: August, 2008 in Toronto

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A IS FOR ALLAH is a beautifully illustrated and photographed book by Yusuf Islam, once formally known as Cat Stevens, who was a keynote speaker during the 2009 Reviving the Islamic Spirit convention at Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Canada during December, 2009.

Yusuf was very kind to personally sign and inscribe “peace & happiness” on the title page of each book.

This truly special piece is a wonderful window to the world of Islam with striking illustrations and color photos. A is for Allah takes its title from a song written by Yusuf Islam to teach his first born child that the letter A stood first and foremost for Allah the Almighty.

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SALE: Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens) autographed Tea for the Tillerman album $225

Tea for the Tillerman was the break-out 1970 album by a young Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam) that put Stevens on the road to super stardom.

The record was a massive worldwide success and yielded some of Steven’s biggest hits including Wild World and Father and Son.

Here is a rare chance to own this iconic record that Yusuf Islam personally autographed on a recent visit to Toronto, Canada.

ITEM: TEA FOR THE TILLERMAN album cover signed by YUSUF ISLAM (12″ x 12″ includes vinyl record)
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SIGNED: December, 2009 in Toronto

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Peter Aykroyd and son Dan Aykroyd recently appeared at Indigo Books, Toronto to chat about and sign, A History of Ghosts. Dan would talk about his fathers writings on the supernatural would eventually become his inspiration for writing Ghostbusters.

HoundsTV managed to get a very few of these 1st edition hardcovers autographed by both Dan and Peter Aykroyd – they are sure to sell-out soon.

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SIGNED: October, 2009 in Toronto

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Paul Shaffer admitted he doesn’t get home to Toronto very often and does miss the city he called home as a child. New York has been his home for the past thirty years.

Shaffer did get back to Toronto recently to promote his just released memoir, We’ll Be Here for the Rest of Our Lives: A Swingin’ Showbiz Saga brimming with stories of Paul’s many decades in the music business and his rise to leader of David Leterman’s Late Show band. Paul even documents a few unique celebrity encounters. A compelling and easy read.

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SIGNED: November, 2009 in Toronto

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Canadian acting icon Christopher Plummer released his autobiography during 2008 and threw his many decades on the stage and screen the hard-living Plummer has many interesting stories to share.

HoundsTV was at one of Plummer’s first stops on his book tour – Theatre Books in Toronto and got a limited amount of these first-edition hardcovers signed by Mr. Plummer.

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The writer-directors (yes, King has directed one movie) touched on a wealth of subjects and never wasted a beat to crack wise on George W. Bush (and a few zingers for Sarah Palin too.)

STEPHEN KING SIGNED a few Under The Dome books at the Canon Theatre - GET ONE HERE

One story that seemed to really interest the audience is when King talked about being well into crafting a sequel to The Shining. King felt the little boy from the story, Danny Torrance, would be an interesting character grown up and has been centering the tale around Danny as a present day 40-year old.

STEPHEN KING SIGNED a few Under The Dome books at the Canon Theatre - GET ONE HERE