‘The ideal periodical . . .’

‘As a journalist who appreciates that times are tough for us all in the world of speech, music and word, I thought I’d pass on my congratulations and hope that business is good for you. Once again I’m indebted to my friend, the poet John Horder, for telling me about Slightly Foxed.’

‘I thought about taking out a subscription to another journal but decided against it – Slightly Foxed is irresistible.’

‘Of course I want to continue my subscription. It was my 70th birthday present to myself and you delightfully sent me my first copy gift-wrapped with a foxy card which I treasure. I felt I had joined a surrogate family (and still do).’