Rick Goldschmidt’s Hallmark Christmas Tour

Rick Goldschmidt - Hallmark tour - 2017
JOIN RICK FOR A BOOK SIGNING: THE MAKING OF THE RANKIN/BASS HOLIDAY CLASSIC: RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER (MISER BROS PRESS) CHICAGO RIDGE MALL, IL: SATURDAY, 12-02 ORLAND HILLS, IL: SUNDAY, 12-3 FRANKFORT, IL: SATURDAY, 12-9 HOMER GLEN, IL: SUNDAY, 12-10 GURNEE, IL: SATURDAY, 12-16 VERNON HILLS, IL: SUNDAY, 12-17 ALL TIMES ARE FROM 11:00 AM UNTIL 3:00
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There may still be a chance…

Even though we had the cut off on our site as December 4th for Guaranteed Christmas Delivery on the 20th Anniversary book, you can still order up until the 19th and there is a good chance you may still get it! We ordered some extra books this week!  We are hoping they all will be ready
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Last Chance To Order Our New Book for Christmas Delivery!

This is your last chance to get our new book in time for Christmas. Due to printing and shipping constraints, we need to cut off the orders. Don’t miss out! Rick Goldschmidt’s book that started it all is back in this 20th Anniversary Edition. This huge, 8 1/2″ x 11″ book is now 412 pages,
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Time’s Running Out – Order Now For Christmas Delivery

“The Arthur Rankin Jr. Scrapbook” Is Now Available in a Hardcover Edition Featuring 126 pages, ALL COLOR, with 24 NEW pages of very rare content just added to this new Hardcover Edition! Film Maker/Producer Arthur Rankin, Jr. passed away January 30, 2014 at his home in Bermuda. He created such television classics as Rudolph the Red-Nosed
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TODAY ONLY – 25% OFF ANY BOOK!

We’re having a HUGE book sale, but it’s for Labor Day only. Get 25% off any book or book bundle! That’s a potential saving of almost $50.00! PLUS, The first 5 orders will get a FREE CD! Use Coupon Code: LABORDAY25 But remember, the sale ends today, so get yours before time runs out! CLICK
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Happy Thanksgiving!

We're Excited to Announce the Upcoming Release of Our New Book, "The Arthur Rankin Jr. Scrapbook"  Preorder Now for the December 6th Release  Film Maker/Producer Arthur Rankin, Jr. passed away January 30, 2014 at his home in Bermuda. He created such television classics as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, Santa Claus is Comin' to
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Watch Rick Goldschmidt on the Svengoolie segment of the Wolfman – Tonight!

Rick will be talking about Mad Monster Party with Svengoolie Saturday, 10/18 @ 9:00 p.m. CDT on Me-TV   A segment with Rick will air during the Wolfman show hosted by Svengoolie. Rick talks about his book, “Rankin/Bass’ Mad Monster Party” and shows many collectables from the feature film including some rare items, never before
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Rick Goldschmidt – Preserving the legacy of Rankin/Bass

Arthur's Galaxy Exhibit at Masterworks in Bermuda
Rick Goldschmidt is back from his trip to Bermuda for Arthur’s 90th Birthday party and MASTERWORKS MUSEUM OF BERMUDA ART opening honoring Arthur Rankin, Jr..  Rick gave a very nervous speech at the dinner party, but many thought it was heart felt.  The Museum opening was wonderful and featured some of the ANIMAGIC figures from
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Rick’s WGN – Plier interview on Easter Sunday

David Plier talks with Rick Goldschmidt, author of “The Enchanted World of Rankin/Bass” about the history of the company that has produced so many holiday classics. Hear Rick talking to Dave Plier on WGN Radio about all your favorite Rankin-Bass specials including ‘Here Comes Peter Cottontail.’ http://wgnradio.com/2013/03/31/rankin-bass-classic-holiday-specials/
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Arthur Rankin, Jr. 1924-2014

An Illustrious career that spanned several decades! ARTHUR RANKIN, JR., Producer/Director and co-founder of RANKIN/BASS PRODUCTIONS, passed away early January 30th at his home in Bermuda at the age of 89 due to health issues. Along with his partner Jules Bass, he created the longest-running, highest rated TV special of all-time with the ANIMAGIC stop-motion
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Only 4 Days Left To Get Rankin/Bass Books!

Hurry, Only 4 Days Left! Don’t miss out on the most unique gifts of the season! We have both of Rick Goldschmidt’s enormously popular books in stock and ready to ship, but you have to order before this Friday at 4:00 p.m. EST to get them in time for Christmas. They make the perfect gift
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Guitar Center Accepts Donations to The American Red Cross Illinois Tornado Relief

With the tragic events that have unfolded recently in Illinois, now is the time for everyone to come together as one community for those individuals and families that were so dramatically impacted. To help support the healing of the affected Illinois communities, Guitar Center will accept donations to the Red Cross Illinois Tornado Relief between
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