Book Collection: jimimck

[Jimimck]

Hi team,
After seeing the recent collection thread by timthegreat, I thought he did such a cool job posting his collection, that I should get off my bum and get some pics of my collection up for you to check out.

I was only introduced to the world of Gift & S/L editions after coming across CD when they released Blockade Billy earlier this year. Prior to that, all I was really doing with my collection was trying to get US 1st editions, which is hard in New Zealand as we only get the UK editions released here in the book stores.

So the following is where I have got to so far. I'm probably the kind of collector who at best will look to complete a set of Gift editions, as I expect the S/L's will be too far out of reach. That being said, maybe, just maybe, I'll convince my wife we really do need a copy of the coffin S/L Stand lol

[Jimimck]

UK 1st/1st Salem's Lot, and a 1st/1st US Shining. The US isn't in the best condition, but I'm happy its a first

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[Jimimck]

One of my absolute pride and joys, 1993 Easton Press Dead Zone. I love this edition. I need to pick myself up a slipcase from The Collector. The UK standard edition with it.

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[Jimimck]

A later printing 1st edition FireStarter with it's UK companion. The US copy is an OK placeholder until I find a 1st/1st.

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[Jimimck]

The 1st/1st US copy of Cujo does have a couple of small tears in the dustjacket, but perhaps a Brodart cover may help hide those. But then I can always do with an excuse to get a better copy...

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[Jimimck]

1st/1st US Different Seasons, with a book club UK version.

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[Jimimck]

Christine is one of my favourite King stories, and so I was please when I picked up this 1st/1st US copy just this year.
On a side note, I was watching the Rodney Dangerfield movie, Back to School the other night, and noticed that actor who played his son was also the actor who played Arnie Cunningham in the movie of Christine. There is a useless bit of trivia for ya.

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[Jimimck]

I think this is a UK 1st/1st of Talisman, and is just a standard Cycle of the Warewolf

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[Jimimck]

A 1st/1st of the US edition Skeleton Crew (that could do with a nice new dustjacket) and a UK book club edition.

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[Jimimck]

Two nice 1st/1st's of IT. And by IT, I mean IT, not The Star Invaders that I picked up for One Million Dollars! (said in best Dr Evil accent)

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[Jimimck]

A couple of 1st Eyes of the Dragon. The US copy is in terrible condition however, and is at best a place holder...

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[Jimimck]

I think Tommyknockers (seen here with a 1st edition and a later printing with gold writing that wants to come off), was the first story of King's that I read where I picked up on him making reference to himself. I love it when he does stuff like that.

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[Jimimck]

Two nice 1st editions I picked up this year

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[Jimimck]

Two 1st editions. I think this is one of the few covers where I like the UK one better.

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[Jimimck]

A couple of block mounted pictures that one day I would like to have a copy of the book shelved just underneath

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[Jimimck]

Two very Needful items in good condition.

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[Jimimck]

A 1st of Gerald's Game, and a UK Dolores. Does anyone else wonder how Dolores got made in to a film?

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[Jimimck]

Another US 1st with its UK cousin.

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[Jimimck]

The red one is only a 3rd printing, but I'm sure it won't be for long.

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[Jimimck]

I'll keep this UK Rose Madder as a reading copy, as I haven't actually read it yet. US 1st Regulators.

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[Jimimck]

I love this Gift edition. The slipcase, the artwork, the cover, the fact I have one! Its all good. Next to a US 1st.

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[Jimimck]

Two 1st's. The UK edition is actually flat signed by the man himself!

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[Jimimck]

US 1st next to the pop up book of the same name.

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[Jimimck]

Both US 1sts. For some reason these two US editions are very easy to find here in NZ. Thats some Hearts Dog Tags next to the book.

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[Jimimck]

US 1st next to the UK edition. I believe there is a UK edition with the Black/White reversed?

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[Jimimck]

These two US 1sts are also quite common in NZ.

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[Jimimck]

The UK illustrated edition of Salem's Lot, next to the US Cell

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[Jimimck]

I picked these 1st's up when I was in LA last year.

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[Jimimck]

The US 1st is just holding a place for the collectors set of Under the Dome inside the slipcase. Just a UK trade paperback with it.

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[Jimimck]

Collectors Just After Sunset with the DVd, and my Full Dark No STars direct from Borders. Shame Borders don't know what bubble wrap is, cos the other two copies of FDNS I ordered with it arrived damaged since they were all just dumped in a flimsy cardboard box with no protection.

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[Jimimck]

Now we come to my most prized possessions when it comes to my King collection. My Dark Tower set. I didn't even want to pick them up and move them to photograph them individually. You've all seen them before anyway :cyclops:
Gunslinger is a second edition, but I love it like its a first.

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[Jimimck]

What better books to use as bookends to a Dark Tower set than LSOE (thank you Betts Books) and Bev Vincent's The Road to the Dark Tower???

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[Jimimck]

If it wasn't for this 1st, I would never have learnt all about Gift and S/L editions. Thank you CD.

Oh and hopefully in the early new year, I'll receive my S/L to add to this page! Can't wait. My first S/L!!!

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[Jimimck]

A few misc items of interest

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[Jimimck]

Lets not forget Mr Bachman

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[Jimimck]

And finally, where they all live together happily ever after

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[Jimimck]

I hope you all enjoy looking at my collection. I know it isn't as magnificent as some out there, but I'm happy with it for the short time I've really been putting effort in to it :-)

Thanks for looking!!!

James

[ELazansky]

James,

Very nice collection. But your bookshelf looks to be full. Better go buy another one and start working on it :-)

[jhanic]

Very nice, James.

(Yes, there is a UK Black House with the black/white reversed.)

John

[biomieg]

Nice collection! And you just reminded me that I still need Bev's ROAD TO THE DARK TOWER in hardcover (I only have a paperback).

[frik]

I hope you all enjoy looking at my collection.

For sure! You've got a collection to be proud of, James!

sk

[alinda]

wow! This collection is great.:thumbsup:

[Randall Flagg]

Good stuff.

[Tito_Villa]

Love the collection and the bookcase looks great!

[Jimimck]

Thanks guys.

Its 8am Christmas Morning here, so Merry Christmas to you all, and I hope you all get that amazing King item you asked Santa for this year! :rose:

[thegreattim]

Wow, that is a really great collection, James. I can't wait to see the pics of the S/L Billy! BTW, I'm very envious of all your UK editions... If you need help getting some of the older US editions, perhaps we can make some trades!!

Merry Christmas!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I always enjoy looking at other's pictures and especially finding out about books I don't have. I just bought the illustrated Salem's Lot, US version, and I see you have the UK edition, which I have now added to my mental Stephen King want list.

[Jimimck]

James,

Very nice collection. But your bookshelf looks to be full. Better go buy another one and start working on it :-)

I've been telling the wife that for months now lol

[Jimimck]

Wow, that is a really great collection, James. I can't wait to see the pics of the S/L Billy! BTW, I'm very envious of all your UK editions... If you need help getting some of the older US editions, perhaps we can make some trades!!

Merry Christmas!

Thanks Tim.
Re the UK editions, there are quite common over here in second hand book stores, so feel free to Pm me any you have on your want list, and I'd be happy to try and hunt some out for you.

Cheers
James

[Merlin1958]

Very Nice Collection!!!!


Word of caution, Measure the Easton Press edition before you buy the slipcase and email Tom first. I know both the US and UK editions fit in his case as I have one for each, but the leatherbound Easton edition may be a hair too big.

[Jimimck]

Very Nice Collection!!!!


Word of caution, Measure the Easton Press edition before you buy the slipcase and email Tom first. I know both the US and UK editions fit in his case as I have one for each, but the leatherbound Easton edition may be a hair too big.

Thanks for the advice. Tom's site does say the slipcase was designed for the Easton Press editions, but always best to double check.

[Patrick]

Very Nice Collection!!!!


Word of caution, Measure the Easton Press edition before you buy the slipcase and email Tom first. I know both the US and UK editions fit in his case as I have one for each, but the leatherbound Easton edition may be a hair too big.
Thanks for the advice. Tom's site does say the slipcase was designed for the Easton Press editions, but always best to double check.
The Easton edition fits the slipcase. See here (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?510-Book-Collection-Patrick&p=44137&viewfull=1#post44137).

You've really put together a lot of books in your collection in a short timeframe, James. Well done!

[Jimimck]

Thanks Patrick.
Just scrolled through your collection - AWESOME!
I love the Koontz Odd Thomas books. I'm a big fan of those as well.

And the Slipcase for The Dead Zone looks amazing with the book. He did a good job matching the design. I'll have to pick it up for sure now.

[Patrick]

Thank you, James. I love the ODD series of limited editions. Each one is unique but they have a continuity on the shelf. Also I agree about that DEAD ZONE slipcase - If I didn't know better, I would have thought it was issued with the book.

[shnnrc01]

really nice collection there james,you'll have to invest in more shelves soon!!

[Jimimck]

I thought I'd just post a couple of pics of a S/L CD book I picked up cheap. I just grabbed it as I like CD books so much and they don't come up for sale much here.
I haven't read it yet. Anyone here read Born Bad by Barry Hoffman?

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[Jimimck]

Also I forgot I had this in another bookshelf.
I grabbed a signed copy from the Overlook Connection (I see they have had some bad press on the forum lately, but they did right by me with this)

Can anyone let me know what the norm is with signed bookplates, in that do most people stick them in to the book, or just leave them loose?

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[thegreattim]

Personally, I'd leave them loose, but that's just me. I'm not a huge fan of bookplates. I like your new additions, though! Keep the pics coming!!

[Jimimck]

And lastly for today, I wanted to post a picture of this.

Back in 2005 I went to an Alice Cooper concert in Melbourne, and purchased a special package that included 1st/2nd row seats, a backstage pass, and an opportunity to meet Alice after the show and hang out. The picture is of the photo of me and Alice, my backstage pass, my concert ticket, and my favourite album I got him to sign, all framed up. (Well I actually got the Billion dollar note signed as you can see, from the album Billion Dollar Babies)

Now the reason I wanted to post this, is Tim recently posted a picture of a favourite old paperback that he had signed by the author, and it made me think of this album. I too thought of buying something new for Alice to sign for me, but thought it would have more meaning if I got him to sign my favourite album that had actually been listened too.

So Tim, I totally understand why you got your old paperback signed and think that was a much better idea than a new book...

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[thegreattim]

Love it! This is my favorite part of people's collections. :) What a good story. That must have been a heck of an evening!

[Jimimck]

Cheers Tim.

That must have been a heck of an evening! It was such a blast. I'm glad I didn't hit the sauce until after meeting him, as there a few blank spots from the rest of the evening lol

Again slightly off topic, but this is my only other signed album I've managed to get.

Its The Kinks, Low Budget, and was signed by Ray Davies when he came to New Zealand recently for a solo show. I'd love to see him back with his brother playing as The Kinks, but Ray on his own was still amazing.



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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

In the photo, which one is Alice Cooper?

[Dolso]

Like your collection, jimimick..........shipping must get AWFUL expensive!!


I thought I'd just post a couple of pics of a S/L CD book I picked up cheap. I just grabbed it as I like CD books so much and they don't come up for sale much here.
I haven't read it yet. Anyone here read Born Bad by Barry Hoffman?



Haven't read "Born Bad" but if memory serves..Barry Hoffman is the owner/publisher of Gauntlet Press. Among others they produced "He Is Legend" (w/ Joe Hill & SK). I think Barry had a story in that book ....... It seems surprising to me that he did a S/L through CD.......or is that a normal practice?

[Stockerlone]

A nice collection !!!

[thegreattim]

...Haven't read "Born Bad" but if memory serves..Barry Hoffman is the owner/publisher of Gauntlet Press. Among others they produced "He Is Legend" (w/ Joe Hill & SK). I think Barry had a story in that book ....... It seems surprising to me that he did a S/L through CD.......or is that a normal practice?

I think that it is fairly standard for publisher/owners of small presses release their own S/L work through other small presses. For example Pete Crowther (of PS Publishing) has a number of S/L novels and collections published via Subterranean Press, as well as Richard Chizmar (of CD) who has published a couple of chapbooks with SubPress. I think to do otherwise screams of narcissism?

[Patrick]

We're not worthy!

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[Jimimck]

Hi team,

In the photo, which one is Alice Cooper?
Let's just say I'm the short balding guy and Alice is the cool looking rocker :rock:


Like your collection, jimimick..........shipping must get AWFUL expensive!!
Tell me about it! Sometimes the shipping is just as much as the book as I want to buy. I have found some good ebay sellers that use the Flat rate international envelops or boxes, but the cheapest I've found for one book is about $15USD (which isn't too bad I guess for a 1st trade I don't have), but CD and Betts need to charge a LOT more for the Gift editions I enquire about. For example Betts has a gift Talisman/Blackhouse I want for only $90, but the shipping is another $79!
When I was in the States last year, I tried to find books I wanted for sale to avoid shipping, and managed a few 1st editions I didn't have. You guys in the States are very lucky, but then you probably think the same of me when you're trying to get UK copies....

[biomieg]

Same here... I spent a substantial amount of money on King books the last couple of years and at least 20% of it is due to overseas shipping.

[Church]

Hey Jimimck,

Great to see another Kiwi Collector...I have been collecting for years...since before the internet, when I had to write letters to the USA....

Love your collection...

We need to get together, I have bought/traded with Scott and Paul who sell on trade me...

[Jimimck]

Hey Jimimck,

Great to see another Kiwi Collector...I have been collecting for years...since before the internet, when I had to write letters to the USA....

Love your collection...

We need to get together, I have bought/traded with Scott and Paul who sell on trade me...

Happy New Year!
I've bought from both Scott and Paul, and keep in touch with Scott quite often. I'm hanging out for the next time I am in Auckland so we can catch up for a beer.

I wish I had figured out this collecting business ages ago, as I've been reading King for about 21 years, and could have picked up some amazing pieces for a lot lower purchase prices if I had of known about S/L etc back then. You must have some gems in your midst if you've been collecting for that long.

I'm in Christchurch. You local?

Yak soon

James

[Jimimck]

Hi guys. I'm just gonna add some photos of a few recent additions, plus some miscellaneous items I have on the bookcase. Nothing too fantastic (well there is a couple I'm pretty happy with), but I'm working through having everything photographed for that "just in case" scenario.

A couple of "books about" and a horror collection

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[Jimimck]

Finally found a nice US 1st edition Pet Sematary to go with my UK copy.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DSC06521.jpg

[Jimimck]

Here are some magazines I have with King stories in them.
Would you believe my wife picked up the Marge Simpson Playboy one for me as a surprise, and then we saw it had the King story in it!!!

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[Jimimck]

Haven't read this yet, and is most likely going to down on the long list of things to read....

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[Jimimck]

I did pop this in the "Pride and Joy" thread, but here it is again anyway

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[Jimimck]

And finally, this bad boy arrived last week...

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[Merlin1958]

Very Nice!!!!


:thumbsup:

[Patrick]

Good stuff!

[Dolso]

:thumbsup: Congrats Jimimck!!

[shnnrc01]

nice jimimick,cant wait for my FDNS!

[Stockerlone]

Nice new stuff...
I have BAD memorys about the Marge Simpson Playboy.
The sales clerk looks ´ weird´ when i ask him if he have 5 Playboys, ONE for me, 4 for other german Stephen King collectors.... :wtf:

[jhanic]

I bought two copies of that month's Playboy--one the Marge Simpson one and the other the "normal" cover.

John

[Jimimck]

I have BAD memorys about the Marge Simpson Playboy.
The sales clerk looks ´ weird´ when i ask him if he have 5 Playboys, ONE for me, 4 for other german Stephen King collectors.... :wtf:


I can just imagine the look on the sales clerks face - Classic!

[Jimimck]

my amazing sister just gave me this as a birthday present!
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No how cool is that???

[Tito_Villa]

Very cool, i need to get me one of those!

[Patrick]

:thumbsup:

[Jimimck]

This isn't anything new, well not really, but I finally got the slipcase from The Collector

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DZ1.jpg
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If you didn't know any better, you'd have to assume the Slipcase was released with the book itself.

[Tito_Villa]

That looks great!

[carlosdetweiller]

That does look really nice.

[shnnrc01]

yep i have one also,they look really nice!! now you'll have to get the rest of tomas' slipcases!!

[Jimimck]

yep i have one also,they look really nice!! now you'll have to get the rest of tomas' slipcases!!

I hear that. Already have a DT set savings plan in place :)

I also just picked up a Salem's Lot Centipede Limited Edition and am wrapped it is coming with one of Tomas' tray cases! I'll post pics when it arrives.

[Patrick]

...
If you didn't know any better, you'd have to assume the Slipcase was released with the book itself.
I agree completely!

[Jimimck]

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?12091-Devestating-Earthquake-Christchurch-New-Zealand

[WeDealInLead]

I heard that on the news this morning. Is your family OK?

[Jimimck]

I heard that on the news this morning. Is your family OK?

Yes thanks mate. All our extended family is well, and so we are very lucky. Glad to have power back, but could do with some running water.

[jhanic]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Stay safe.

John

[shnnrc01]

best wishes jimimick,be safe.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Hope your water comes on soon!

[Jimimck]

Here is something guaranteed to put a smile on your face, even after an earthquake:
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BooksMar11001.jpg

Picked this up off a fellow DT.org member, for quite a bargin I must say.
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BooksMar11003.jpg

It is much more impressive in person, than just the photos I've seen around the place - and the tray case is something else!
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BooksMar11004.jpg

[Tito_Villa]

Wow very cool!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Fantastic! That's one I still need!

[Dolso]

That Salem's Lot is a great book in a great case. I've always liked it!

I think you may have to find a first edition of "The Day the Earth Stood Still" (if there even is a first edition! Maybe it's just a movie?)

Best wishes....

[Jimimck]

Thanks for the replies guys. I agree, 'Salem's Lot is certainly a wonderful edition.

But here is the latest addition to my collection. My first ever S/L!

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Is it me, or does King's signature look like he was getting a bit tired once he reached past 300....

[Ben Staad]

Awesome addition to your collection and congrats on your first S/L!

[jhanic]

I've got #159, and the signature is very similar. You have to remember that King does not sign the numbered books--he just signs the limitation page (or, in this instance, the card) which is then placed inside the book.

And congratulations on getting your first signed limited!

John

[Jimimck]

It has now been a couple of months since the big earthquake in town. My wife and I have moved in to a new home, while our old one waits for the insurance company to get around and confirm it will need to be rebuilt. Life has pretty much got back to normal, so a week ago I was able to get the King books all unpacked and put back on their shelf. I've removed a few non-King items to make room for future purchases. Here is a snapshot of how things look now.

Thanks to all the thoughts and support I received after the quake.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BookCaseAQ.jpg

[Tito_Villa]

That looks bloody great and i'm glad that your settled in a nice new place :)

Also is that a UK Salem's Lot i spy? Love that book.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice to see the King books came through the commotion in good shape!

[Jimimck]

That looks bloody great and i'm glad that your settled in a nice new place :)

Also is that a UK Salem's Lot i spy? Love that book.

Good eye. I don't think I've posted pics of this on my thread before, but I've had this for ages. Its always been tucked at the very edge of the book case out of site...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DSC06805.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DSC06806.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DSC06807.jpg

[jhanic]

Glad everything came out okay. The UK Salem's Lot is fantastic!

John

[Ric]

Looking great! :clap:

[Cook]

That looks bloody great and i'm glad that your settled in a nice new place :)

Also is that a UK Salem's Lot i spy? Love that book.

Good eye. I don't think I've posted pics of this on my thread before, but I've had this for ages. Its always been tucked at the very edge of the book case out of site...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/DSC06805.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/DSC06806.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/DSC06807.jpg

I'm so envious, that's the nicest UK lot I''ve seen up close.

[frik]

That's an absolutely gorgeous book!

sk

[biomieg]

Awesome copy! Mine looks quite good too but unfortunately someone a few steps down the food chain thought it would be a good idea to clip the DJ price.

(anyone have a clipped-off price for sale that I can tape to my DJ?)

[Jimimck]

Would you beleive I only recently discovered how rare these can be in good condition? I didn't know it was a 1st for ages and picked it up from a second hand book store for $7.50 as a reading copy....

[Tito_Villa]

Hahaha i will give you $14 for it, just think about it, you will double your money :D

[jhanic]

$7.50 x 2 = $15! :evil:

John

[Jimimck]

Yeah, if the math was correct to begin with, I may have accepted :P

[Tito_Villa]

Oh bloody fail ....

[Jimimck]

A few new additions. Nothing Uber cool, but I like them...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DreamUK.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Riding.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/SODVol2.jpg

[olverts]

Nice one´s jimimck !

[Tito_Villa]

I love the cover for Riding the Bullet ... Congrats!

[biomieg]

Good stuff!

[Cook]

A few new additions. Nothing Uber cool, but I like them...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/DreamUK.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Riding.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/SODVol2.jpg

Jimimck,
Nice additions, I agree with Tito
Slip cover for bullet has a really nice look to it.

[jhanic]

Don't forget to look at the flip side of Riding the Bullet, too.

John

[Jimimck]

Yeah John, good point. I love the fact it has a pic on the back as well....

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice books and nice pics. You must have a good camera.

[Jimimck]

Two nights agao I stared adding protective covers to all my King books that didn't already have them.

What a pain in the arse!!!!!!!!

I'm not even half way through and I'm already so sick of it. I'm thinking about just re buying all my books again with covers already on....

[pixiedark76]

Two nights agao I stared adding protective covers to all my King books that didn't already have them.

What a pain in the arse!!!!!!!!

I'm not even half way through and I'm already so sick of it. I'm thinking about just re buying all my books again with covers already on....

I think that it is fun to cover my books. Whenever I buy a book and it comes with a cover, I always take it off and replace it with a cover of my own! (For me it has to be Brodart and the cover can not have any writing on the back.)

[Merlin1958]

That looks bloody great and i'm glad that your settled in a nice new place :)

Also is that a UK Salem's Lot i spy? Love that book.

Good eye. I don't think I've posted pics of this on my thread before, but I've had this for ages. Its always been tucked at the very edge of the book case out of site...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/DSC06805.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/DSC06806.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/DSC06807.jpg

Wow!!! I would LOVE to get my hands on one of those!!!!!


:clap:

[Tito_Villa]

I actually find putting covers on my books to be calming :) , got quite a few to do tonight!

[biomieg]

My 'personal best' is applying 96 Brodart covers in less than two evenings (I think).

[Jimimck]

Michaël - when are you in New Zealand next????

[biomieg]

Hah! That may take a while although I plan on visiting your beautiful country one day. A bit of useless trivia - The Netherlands is divided in twelve 'provinces' and the one I grew up in is called 'Zeeland'.

Wiki quote:


Abel Tasman sighted New Zealand in 1642 and named it Staten Landt, assuming it was connected to land off the southern tip of South America. In 1645 Dutch cartographers renamed the land Nova Zeelandia after the Dutch province of Zeeland. British explorer James Cook subsequently anglicised the name to New Zealand

[pixiedark76]

I actually find putting covers on my books to be calming :) , got quite a few to do tonight!


My 'personal best' is applying 96 Brodart covers in less than two evenings (I think).

I am glad to know that I am not the only one who enjoys covering their books. (96 Brodart covers, that is amazing.) I once covered books for 3 hours straight (9pm to midnight) and my husband yelled at me to stop! He that he was afraid my book "obsession" was getting way out of control.

[Jimimck]

Finally got all my covers on. Wasn't too bad in the end. I guess. :|

Has anyone read this? Just received a copy and wondering if I should pop it on the top of the "to read" list?

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/May11.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I read it, but don't remember a thing about it. What edition/country is that one?

[Jimimck]

I read it, but don't remember a thing about it. What edition/country is that one?

UK 1st Edition

[Jimimck]

I picked this up as there is a Gunslinger print in it I think is quite cool...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BooksMay11.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/vlarge_dt_slowmutants.jpg

[Ben Staad]

One of my favorites....:thumbsup:

[Jimimck]

This bad boy arrived today. I did have an opportunity to buy the matching number Black House S/L, but Gift edition of IT and international delivery costs got in the way of that purchase...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11005.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11006.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11003.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11004.jpg

[AKC]

Gorgeous! They really did a nice job with that Edition! Congrats!

[Cook]

This bad boy arrived today. I did have an opportunity to buy the matching number Black House S/L, but Gift edition of IT and international delivery costs got in the way of that purchase...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11005.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11006.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11003.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jun11004.jpg

Very nice, classy
Jacket art work is really nice

[Merlin1958]

Jimimck, you're just gonna love that edition!!!!!! Great production (as usual) from DMG!!!!!


Also happens to be a coupla my more favorite King books!!!!

[Jimimck]

Yeah Merlin you're right, I love these editions. There are so more impressive in real life than from the pictures I've seen online. Was surprised at the weight of them too.

As for the stories, I can't wait for a third collaboration to be put together.

[Merlin1958]

As do I. However, I don't see it happening until like 2013+, unfortunately. They've been "jawing" about a T-3 for a while now!!!!!


:(

[Jimimck]

This arrived today. Finally got Vol 1 to sit next to my Vol 2...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/SODVol1.jpg

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/SODVol1a.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

Looking good!

[pixiedark76]

:clap::thumbsup: AWESOME!!!

[Jimimck]

This arrived today, which I was very excited about...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BooksJun11004.jpg

But then I saw this

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BooksJun11001.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/BooksJun11002.jpg

Now I specifically asked the seller if it had any damage, and told him I was aware many arrived with this kind of damage from poor shipping. I was told he purchased this one in a store, and so it had no defects. The shipping he sent it to me in seems suitable to avoid this kind of damage, but i guess it could be possible (hell, anything is possible).

What are peoples thoughts? I'm thinking I need to contact him first and see what he says, but if it turns out he says it was in perfect condition when he sent it, can I try and recover funds from the shipping company? I'm sure he said it would be insured for international deliver...

[Randall Flagg]

I think you have a noticeably damaged slipcase. Hard to tell if the book or cards are damaged, but I would recommend you promptly and politely contact the seller asking how the situation can be resolved. Just a ballpark #, but the book is designated as a "Collector's Set". To me that means damage that I have seen in your picture significantly lowers the value of the "Set". Perhaps as high as 50%. Issue price was £100.00. I don't see a mention of what you paid.

[Jimimck]

I actually only paid £125 including shipping to New Zealand, which I thought was a good price. The book doesn't look damaged, but the card package seems to be squished a little. Unsure if they are damaged though. I'm tempted to take the shrink wrap off, but if I have to return it, I should probably do so in the same condition I received it.

So perhaps look to accept a partial refund, and keep the book? Yeah I could live with that...

Thanks Jerome

[jhanic]

I agree with Randall. At least try to get a partial refund.

John

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

When my paperback set of UTD arrived from the UK it looked like someone had driven a hi-lo fork into it. After a LOT of back and forth with UPS customer relations in which the bookseller ordered another set and sent it to me, UPS paid the bookseller and said they'd get back to me about taking back the damaged set. They never did and I now have both sets. Don't know if this helps but if the seller has another copy of the book you could try this route.

[biomieg]

I also got a cheap copy of this book some time ago from a UK seller (I paid £80 + some shipping). It was shrinkwrapped and it came with the exact same type of damage as yours, James. In all fairness, the seller did tell me there was some damage but it turned out to be more extensive than I thought. I didn't try to get my money back as the book and cards were fine and I was happy to get a King S/L for a low price. But yes, maybe I should have done something about it.

I hope this gets resolved!

[Jimimck]

The seller has confirmed that that damage wasn't there when he sent it, and so it must have happened in the recent shipping. The packaging looked pretty good, but I have no reason to doubt him. He says he is going to talk to Royal Mail, as it was indeed insured. He also suggested I contact my local post office, as I may need to lodge a complaint/issue with thm as well. Not sure if my post office will take any responsibility since it was insured through the overseas carrier, but I'll pop down today and have a chat.

Thanks for the advice guys, will let ya know how I get on.

I do have to say though, I am happy to have another S/L in my collection, and think the UK UTD is much better than the US one!

[Jimimck]

Update: Seller has been in touch with Royal Mail to lodge a claim. Their website says it can take up to 90 days??? He is guessing that 90 days is for lost mail, and is hoping it will be a lot quicker for damaged items. He still expects the process to take a few weeks.

I just wanted to know from anyone who has gone through this process if this time frame is typical? Just worried that if I let this time go by, if the result is not favourable, I may have waited too long to follow other options (paypal/credit card).

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

90 days sounds right to me, that's at least how long my UTD paperback problem took to get sorted out. And now I'm working on getting a UK FAITHFUL problem sorted out, the book never even got here!

[Jimimck]

If its likely to take that long, I'm really tempted to remove the shrink wrap. I really want to see the book/cards etc.
I'm not sure if I want to go through the hassle of returning the book, if that's what I need to do to get a refund. I'd rather keep the book and just get a partial refund.

Hmmm, what to do, what to do.

[Cook]

jimimck, Nice Sec of Dreams.
Hopefully one of these days I'll add these to my collection as well.

[Jimimck]

jimimck, Nice Sec of Dreams.
Hopefully one of these days I'll add these to my collection as well.

Thank pal, I was really lucky I spied a post on a thread here pointing me to that copy for only $75! Couldn't beleive my luck.

[Jimimck]

I grabbed this real cheap, just cos I was pleased it still had the yellow banner. Dustjacket has some major wear and markings at the top/bottom, but it will do for now...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Thinner.jpg

[Tito_Villa]

Nice, that yellow band makes all of the difference :)

[Merlin1958]

Very Nice!!!!

[Jimimck]

I just picked up a set of the Grant slipcases for the DT set, and wanted to pass on a HUGE thank you to Karen.

The set was posted from the US on Fri 29th July and arrived here in town on Monday 1st August. That's just AMAZING service, and I wanted to pass on my appreciation.

(I couldn't find a dedicated Grant thread to post in)

Oh BTW - for those interested in my damaged UK UTD - the shipping company offered a partial refund of 30pounds for the damage to the corner of the slipcase, which I was happy with. So in the end, I paid 70pounds for it, which I think was a great deal.

[Garrell]

Glad that got resolved. I also like the UK S/L version of UTD, I have it and no desire for the US version.

[Jimimck]

Glad that got resolved. I also like the UK S/L version of UTD, I have it and desire for the US version.
Cheers pal.

I've actually decided I don't want the US version of the signed edition, since it doesn't have a true limited page, isn't numbered, nor comes with a slipcase. I'm just gonna pick up a collectors edition to fit in my slipcase form The Collector.

[Garrell]

Glad that got resolved. I also like the UK S/L version of UTD, I have it and desire for the US version.
Cheers pal.

I've actually decided I don't want the US version of the signed edition, since it doesn't have a true limited page, isn't numbered, nor comes with a slipcase. I'm just gonna pick up a collectors edition to fit in my slipcase form The Collector.

LOL ordered mine tonight, only got the collector's edition cause I found it on ebay for $6 a couple months ago, slipcase was 3x more than the book.

[Jimimck]

I ordered one of the $6 collectors editions, when it showed the seller had 7 left, and a month after the auction I got a "we stuffed up" email and they refunded my money. I was so pissed off!

[Garrell]

Also, reread my post. Meant to say NO desire for the US UTD S/L. Unless I can get it for 6 bucks also.

[Jimimck]

Nothing serious, but a nice Fine UK 1st of The Stand Uncut.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/TheStandUK.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice! Don't get it too close to that sharp object though.

[Jimimck]

Hey guys. Been a while since I posted anything new in my collection, but this was just recently finished for me, and so I thought I'd pop it on here for you guys to check out.

This is by no means as fancy/awesome as the Dolso cases we see here, but I wanted something to protect my DT set on the book case and had it made by a local carpenter.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase2.jpg

It is lined with black felt and is Rimu stained pine.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase3.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase1.jpg

I am going to get some engraving done on the back, like the Dark Tower Series or something. I think it will look really cool once it has something along the back of it (not that you'll see it that often, being on the back I guess...)

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase4.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase5.jpg

[odienz]

Hey guys. Been a while since I posted anything new in my collection, but this was just recently finished for me, and so I thought I'd pop it on here for you guys to check out.

This is by no means as fancy/awesome as the Dolso cases we see here, but I wanted something to protect my DT set on the book case and had it made by a local carpenter.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase2.jpg

It is lined with black felt and is Rimu stained pine.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase3.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase1.jpg

I am going to get some engraving done on the back, like the Dark Tower Series or something. I think it will look really cool once it has something along the back of it (not that you'll see it that often, being on the back I guess...)

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase4.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase5.jpg

beautiful box, the rimu looks wonderful!

[Ben Staad]

Wow! Very nice and I always love pine :)

[jhanic]

Nice!

John

[carlosdetweiller]

I like it. Very nice.

[Randall Flagg]

Very nice case.

[Tito_Villa]

That's great, congratulations!

[olverts]

Nice case , congratulations !

[Merlin1958]

Very, very nice!!!!

:clap:

[Cook]

Congratulations jimimck,
Nice looking bookcase.

[Brice]

Wow, that is nice.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I prefer dark woods myself, such as mahogany, but that is definitely a sharp-looking case, despite its simple lines. Possibly its very simplicity and fine craftsmanship is what makes it such a striking piece. Don't forget to take another picture after the engraving is done.

[Jimimck]

Thanks guys. Yeah it quite simple, but like you point out, I think that is what makes it quite cool. I just gave the guy who made it a simple description of what I was after, and so for someone who knows nothing about book collecting, I think he did a great job.

Will post picks once it's 100% fin.

[Merlin1958]

Hey guys. Been a while since I posted anything new in my collection, but this was just recently finished for me, and so I thought I'd pop it on here for you guys to check out.

This is by no means as fancy/awesome as the Dolso cases we see here, but I wanted something to protect my DT set on the book case and had it made by a local carpenter.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase2.jpg

It is lined with black felt and is Rimu stained pine.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase3.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase1.jpg

I am going to get some engraving done on the back, like the Dark Tower Series or something. I think it will look really cool once it has something along the back of it (not that you'll see it that often, being on the back I guess...)

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase4.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/DTCase5.jpg

This is an extremely well made and handsome case, but if I may be so bold, I would have compartmentalized each Edition and gone vertical rather than horizontal. I would also have worked a theme into it for TDT. Dick and I have tossed idea's for this around and never landed on a definitive design. Size and shipping being the biggest factors.

Nevertheless, that is one freaking handsome looking case, my friend!!! Well done!!!!

[Jimimck]

This is an extremely well made and handsome case, but if I may be so bold, I would have compartmentalized each Edition and gone vertical rather than horizontal.

Ah now where were you when I was giving instructions to the maker. Great ideas for sure....

[shnnrc01]

Real nice case James,you must be well proud!!

[Merlin1958]

This is an extremely well made and handsome case, but if I may be so bold, I would have compartmentalized each Edition and gone vertical rather than horizontal.

Ah now where were you when I was giving instructions to the maker. Great ideas for sure....

Get a "The Shining" case and make up for it!!!! LOL

http://www.thedarktower.org/?page=theshiningproject

[Jimimck]

I've been hanging out for this for a while now

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/002.jpg

In brand new condition, no dents or anything. Just awesome. Where has this book been all my life???

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That's one I'm kinda sorry I never bought, but I don't know where I'd put it, it's too big for a bookcase. Nice picture!

[Cook]

Very Nice jimimck, Looks hugely perfect.
Hope I win one of these in the "Raffle" (drawing) "Give-a-way"
Congratulations

[Brice]

That's one I'm kinda sorry I never bought, but I don't know where I'd put it, it's too big for a bookcase. Nice picture!

Yes, as cook mentioned one is being given away here on the site.

[olverts]

Congratulations ! That book looks huge
Would absolutely want one but don´t know where to put it :)

[Merlin1958]

Awesome Pick-Up!!!!! Now where's this raffle? LOL

[Brice]

I think he means the giveaway.

[Jimimck]

Not long after I saw RF post one of these in his thread, I came across one from a local seller.
Had to pick it up cos I got to move like jagger, no wait, be like RF, no wait...

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/197188668_full.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

Is that one actually mounted?

[Jimimck]

No it's just lying on a black background.
It's loose (like jagger)

I'm a little annoyed cos the seller rolled it up, but then put it in a box with other items that crushed it, so now it has crease markes every couple of inches right along from edge to edge. I'm trying to get it flat by letting it sit under my Knowing Darknmess for a while...

[Jimimck]

SON OF A BITCH!!!!!!

We just had another big quake, and yet the only thing to fall over and get damaged was my new Knowing Darkness! Got a brand new one through CD, and now it's in a ripped slipcase! Wish these fucking earthquakes would just STOP!

[biomieg]

I'm very sorry to hear that, James!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Wow, that really sucks. Hope everything else is OK!

[Jimimck]

Yeah all OK at our place, but a heap of the suburbs in town that were hit bad with liquefaction (the mud/water that bubbles out of the ground) have been hit again. I feel so bad for those families, all this happening at Christmas. They'll have to start shovelling the mud out of their properties for a theird time. It's not a pleasent job.

All the shopping malls were closed yesterday - two days before Christmas! talk about an impact on the economy too.
But if the worst thing you can talk about is a bit of mud, closed shops, and a damaged Stephen King book - I guess we have to count ourselves lucky again.

[carlosdetweiller]

Is it just the slipcase that got damaged? If so, it wouldn't hurt to contact Jerad at Centipede Press. He might have a spare one. That would beat buying a new book. It never hurts to ask. I've had good luck in the past replacing slipcases with damage even at a later date.

[Jimimck]

Yeah it is just the slipcase actually. Thanks for the suggestion - I'll email them now.

Cheers!

[Jimimck]

Merry Christmas everyone!

A couple new additions from my wonderful wifey:

I know this is quite common, but I'd never had one before. I like the idea of the slipcase.
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/GreenMileSC.jpg

First printing of Everything's Eventual. In brand new condition.
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/FSFiction.jpg

A nice 1st edition of Legends.
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Legands.jpg

The Paris Review with King's short story, Ayana
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/TheParisReview.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I like that LEGENDS. I remember holding a copy in my hands at Barnes & Noble and asking myself if I really want to buy this. I decided not to, since I had only read a couple of the series that were expanded on. I now regret my decision.

[Merlin1958]

I like that LEGENDS. I remember holding a copy in my hands at Barnes & Noble and asking myself if I really want to buy this. I decided not to, since I had only read a couple of the series that were expanded on. I now regret my decision.

Huh, I gave one away. I believe in drawing distinct lines in your collection, but then again I'm certifiable!!!! LOL

[Jimimck]

Couple of cool posters I've picked up

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/010.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/008.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/004.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice, are those New Zealand style one sheets? What is that X-Files thing? I love the X-Files.

[Jimimck]

The Cujo poster is an original from when the movie was realesed, not sure if NZ or otherwise. The Creepshow is just a modern reprint.

That's my "official" full series DVD box set from Asia. Took me 2 years to watch every episode in order. I missed the last two seasons on TV here in NZ when they played, and so bought that about 6 years ago and took for ever watching from the start. I love the X Files too. Big Fringe fan now.

[Stockerlone]

NICE new Stuff !!!

[Jimimck]

Its officially 2012 here in NZ boys and girls. Happy New Year and here is to a new collecting year!

[biomieg]

Happy New Year, James! It's 1.32 PM here right now, still 10 hours and 28 minutes to go!

[Jimimck]

OK boys and girls, be prepared to be WOW'd. This could be one of the best things I've posted in my collection thread ever...

My Chadbourne commissioned artwork arrived!!!!

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/012.jpg

Words can not express how awesome I think this is! I'm even happy with the liekness of me in the picture.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/0082.jpg
(excuse the sports top, just got home from cricket)

I am just amazed at how cool this is! Will post pics once it is framed. Speaking of which, any suggestions from you seasoned artwork collectors re waht type of frame would suit this?

[Garrell]

I would suggest a brown streaked frame around a layed-in mirror frame, then the art work. The mirror subframe would be neat because of the art piece itself:) Basically: brownish frame, camel color matte, mirror sub matte, very light cream matte then artwork. Won't be cheap but very sweet!

Afterthought, mirror part should be smoked mirror as not to detract from the art itself.

[Cook]

Great Artwork jimimck !
As far as the frame... stick with the story, maybe something that looks like a window frame?
Not sure if that's even possible.

[Ben Staad]

That is a great piece of artwork! Very big congrats on this.

[Randall Flagg]

Suggest the matte have a red edge to compliment the Redrum in the image.

[Jimimck]

Good call RF, I like the idea of a matching red matte.

Garrell, you and your great ideas are adding to the cost buddy!
I'm thinking perhaps and old school style frame, rustic almost? Mmm not sure. will see what framer thinks will look good too.

[Merlin1958]

Definitely, the "Red" in the matte. I know from whence I speak, as does RF!!!

[Garrell]

Good call RF, I like the idea of a matching red matte.

Garrell, you and your great ideas are adding to the cost buddy!
I'm thinking perhaps and old school style frame, rustic almost? Mmm not sure. will see what framer thinks will look good too.

My personal framed art was designed by me, and I am know to spend money, hehe. I will post a cheaper version with red(great idea by RF) in it and mirror. If you like it, I will email you a schematic, and learn to spell beter:)

[Shannon]

Hello friend, wanted to comment on your new Chadbourne artwork. It looks great! Very very well done, I am very envious! :)

I am very slow when it comes to checking out people's collection threads, but I will do yours very soon, tomorrow, maybe? lol

[Jimimck]

A couple of new additions: UK 11/22/63 and a Book Club Carrie. Props to member sgc1999 for hooking me up with this. I'm still in the hunt for a book cub or earlier printing that is the smaller 8 1/2 inch size, but this copy is just in fantastic condition and Simon was excellent re the price and getting it to me in NZ.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jan12001.jpg
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jan12004.jpg

[The Library Policeman]

Congrats Jim. The Carrie looks in mint condition.

[Jimimck]

Don't know if anyone will find this funny, but I did...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDV2oBSY7TA&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[Jimimck]

Finally!!!!!

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jan12003.jpg

[The Library Policeman]

YAY!! Congratulations. It's a cracker of a book isn't it?

[jhanic]

Congratulations, jimimck. It IS a great edition.

John

[Merlin1958]

Finally!!!!!

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Jan12003.jpg

Congrats, James!!! Now you gotta re-box it and send it to Erin Wells (along with a check) for a Remarque!!!! LOL She's doing wonderful drawings. PM me for a price list!!!

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Jimimck]

While I think a remarque in this would be JUST AWESOME - $65US shipping each way (so total of three trips) plus cost of remarque and time without book = Gonna have to pass lol

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Took a long time for the Pony Express to get to NZ, but it was worth it.

[Cook]

Hey jimimck,
Congratulations on finally getting "It"

[Merlin1958]

Sorry James, I keep forgetting the obstacle of shipping to NZ. It is formidable!!!

[Jimimck]

Its a god damn bitch is what it is!
My collection would be so much better if I'd spent the same amount as total shipping on actual books lol

[Jimimck]

Finally got my picture framed. What do you think?

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Feb12010.jpg

The flash from my camera has made the red in the frame seem a little brighter than it is. I think it matches the redrum quite well.

[Garrell]

Drool...

[Tito_Villa]

I just noticed the twins at the bottom left too, great piece!

[Jimimck]

I just noticed the twins at the bottom left too, great piece!

I didn't notice how her hand was coming out of the mirror the first couple of times I looked at it... Glenn sure does do some great work.

[Stockerlone]

GREAT !!!

[Cook]

Congratulations jimimck.

[bdwyer19]

That is such a cool idea. Great addition jimimck!!

[The Library Policeman]

That is a truly awesome piece, James. Congratulations.

[Merlin1958]

Very cool, James. Very Cool!!!!!

:clap::clap::clap:


Keep a weather eye to the fund raiser auctions. Some very cool items are in the wind!!!!

[Jimimck]

Just arrived from the UK today:

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Feb12001.jpg

[jhanic]

Nice, Jimimck! Just curious, what number did you get?

John

[Jimimck]

I wish.
No this is just one of the gift editions with the facsimilie signatures inside...

[jhanic]

Yeah. I forgot the s/l came without a slipcase!

John

[Merlin1958]

Just arrived from the UK today:

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/Feb12001.jpg

That's a really nice edition, addition!!!!!!

[Jimimck]

Yeah. I forgot the s/l came without a slipcase!

John

Really? I think thats a bit crap the S/L doesn't come with a slipcase (actually I thought that about the US UTD and 11/22/63 S/L's too)