Stephen King Collecting Questions

[Ari_Racing]

Hello people.

As many of you know Cemetary Dance (http://www.cemetarydance.com) will be releasing in December the upcomming book "Stephen King: The Non-Fiction", by Rocky Wood and Justin Brooks.

I had the opportunity to get an ARC and see the book. I must say that it impressed me in a very good way. Both authors did (again) an excellent research job, because EVERY single non-fiction work that I knew (and a lot that I didn't, of course) is listed there, with a description of it, where it appeared and some interest comments about it. Also includes the essay "My Little Serrated Security Blanket", a very funny and twisted essay about an ice axe.

It covers over 560 works of non-fiction. Too bad there isn't an slipcased edition that contains this and "Stephen King: Uncollected, Unpublished". :)

The cover art is done by Alan Clark, who did the excellent cover illustrations for The Complete Dark Tower Concordance, the S/L edition of The Regulators and Quietly Now among others.

If anyone wants to order the book, here's the direct link to it:
http://www.cemeterydance.com/page/CDP/PROD/wood02

http://www.cemeterydance.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/wood02.gif

[jhanic]

I also have the ARC and agree with Ari--this is a very informative book. I haven't been able to figure out if they missed anything either. I think it's as comprehensive as it can be!

John

[mae]

It would've been a better book if it actually included all the non-fiction pieces instead of just talking about them :)

[jhanic]

Im sure copyright issues prevented that. Actually, I'm surprised they were able to print the one item they did.

John

[Cutter]

Im sure copyright issues prevented that. Actually, I'm surprised they were able to print the one item they did.

John
Well they had to get permission to get that one in the book. So one could see how problematic it would be to get all, or even more pieces of work.

[Ikilledthecrimsonking]

not a big fan of nonfiction but i enjoyed faithful

[Jon]

Pardon if this is an ignorant question. You see, I am no collector therefore I am ignorant on the subject. I want to finish reading "The Plant" without taking out a second mortgage. Are there any copies for reading avaliable?

[Randall Flagg]

It was "sold" as a download on the Internet in 2000. Payment was via the honesty system. Info (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Plant)
Now your best bet is to have someone send the file to you, or occasionally a printed version of the file comes up for sale on E-bay.

[Ari_Racing]

Send me a pm with your email address and I'll send you the pdf version.

[Nerak]

Send me a pm with your email address and I'll send you the pdf version.

Hey Ari, can you send me the PDF version? I only have a printed copy. Would love to have it on file too!

Thanks, Love! :wub:

[herbertwest]

Pardon if this is an ignorant question. You see, I am no collector therefore I am ignorant on the subject. I want to finish reading "The Plant" without taking out a second mortgage. Are there any copies for reading avaliable?


Something that havent been said, is that anyway, the book is UNFINISHED and not planned to be.

Steve did only publish the first volume of the book, entitled Zenith Rising, and that do include 6 chapters... (do that make sense?)

[Randall Flagg]

Something that havent been said, is that anyway, the book is UNFINISHED and not planned to be.

Steve did only publish the first volume of the book, entitled Zenith Rising, and that do include 6 chapters... (do that make sense?)
Yes.

As of mid-2001, six parts have been published (making up the first somewhat self-contained part of the novel). King has said that there will be more, but that some other projects will be finished first.

[jhanic]

I'm not home now (I'm out of state, visiting my wife's relatives) or I'd offer to send you all the PDF file. I should be back home Thursday. (I'm on the hotel's internet computer!)

I really don't expect King to ever have the inclination to finish The Plant. Just my two cents' worth.

John

[CRinVA]

I agree with John. I think that Zenith Rising is all you're going to see of The Plant.

[Erin]

I've never read what exists of the Plant before. If it wouldn't be too much trouble, would someone mind sending it to me? Pretty please? :D

[Ari_Racing]

allright...I'm uploading it to yousendit.com

I have two pdf versions. Both are in the zip file.

Here's the link:
http://download.yousendit.com/2519077D1287C0EB

[Ari_Racing]

Sorry. Double post

[Patrick]

Thanks, Ari! Is there any difference between your two PDF versions?

[Ari_Racing]

I believe (I can't assure it for sure since I don't have it) that one of the versions is the scanned one from the original. The other one is the one I bought full.

[Erin]

Thanks a ton, Ari!

[Patrick]

I'm about halfway through now, I've read Parts I through IV.

Thanks again for hooking us up. :)

[Jon]

I paid on the honor system for 1-3 but I was told there would be no more so I gave up on it.

Thanks for the info and the link. I'll download it in a few hours.

Thank you all!

[Cutter]

There was an older thread about collecting questions, but I couldn't find it, so I'm starting a new one. Sorry if it's still around...

Anyway a guy on another forum asked this question:


Anyone have any background info on LAND OF ENCHANTMENT, the press that published the gorgeous, oversized, illustrated edition of Koontz's TWILIGHT EYES and also King's Cycle of the Werewolf? Just wondering who originally ran it, if they published anything else substantial (I think they did a Berni Wrightson art book), etc.

And he's been getting no replies. I was wondering if anyone could answer this guys question since I know there is a lot of interest in the Limited Cycle of the Werewolf, I'm assuming someone would know something about the publisher.

[jhanic]

I have a copy of Land of Enchantment's Twilight Eyes still in the publisher's shrinkwrap, but have no idea on the company's background, etc. I got the book when it first came out from Bob Weinberg, now an author and collector, then a bookseller and collector. Other than King's Werewolf, I didn't know they published anything else.

John

[Bev Vincent]

Christopher Zavisa ran Land of Enchantment Press in 1979 when he approached King with the idea of doing an illustrated calendar. Don't know anything more about him than that.

[Cutter]

Christopher Zavisa ran Land of Enchantment Press in 1979 when he approached King with the idea of doing an illustrated calendar. Don't know anything more about him than that.
Thanks guys! anything else would be appreciated!

[Bev Vincent]

From an interview with Bernie Wrightson:


JP: How about Chris Zavisa (Land of Enchantment)?

BW: Never a problem with Chris. I think Chris is gearing up to getting out of the publishing business.

JP: I had heard that his last book (Twilight Eyes) was quite successful.

BW: I thought that it was great. It was very well written. The fellow who illustrated it is just marvelous. He’s still young and he could work a bit more; it’s fundamentally all there. He did some things that I was jealous of in that. The packaging was just beautiful; Chris is essentially a packager. He could take anyone’s work and make it look good. He’s a real stickler about reproduction.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Land of Enchantment - Detroit. Publications:

Satan's Tears : the art of Alex Niño - Christopher Zavisa. Land of Enchantment, 1977.

A Look Back - Berni Wrightson, written, designed & edited by Christopher Zavisa ; special introduction by Harlan Ellison. - Land of Enchantment, 1979.

Stephen King - Cycle of the Werewolf, Land of Enchantment / Christopher Zavisa, 1983

Twilight Eyes by Koontz, Dean R. Illustrated By Phil Parks. Publisher: Christopher Zavisa / Land of Enchantment, Published: 1985

[Randall Flagg]

FYI,
Several weeks ago, in an incredibly stupid blunder, I deleted the original Q&A thread. It could not be recovered.
I will do my best not to screw this one up.
GGuthrie, thanks for starting a new one.

[Patrick]

Jerome, go sit in the corner!


Oh wait, this forum is the Corner. Never mind.

[herbertwest]

Hi,

this books seems very interesting, and i plann to find a copy of it... but i'd like to have an overview of the illlustrated questions, to see what it looks like (coz i am curious..)

would it be possible to have a picture of 1-2 illustrated questions from the book?


Bev?

[Ari_Racing]

I think I have them all somewhere.
My name is on that book! :) Nine questions were published out of 19 that I sent.

[Bev Vincent]

The question "The sparrows are flying again in which novel?" accompanies the attached image. (Click on thumbnail below)


Here is one of his remarques -- my favorite.

http://www.cemeterydance.com/images/glenn2005office/pagegrave4.JPG

[CRinVA]

FYI,
Several weeks ago, in an incredibly stupid blunder, I deleted the original Q&A thread. It could not be recovered.
I will do my best not to screw this one up.
GGuthrie, thanks for starting a new one.

Blunder? What blunder?

hm...... you may deposit the $5,000 beambucks in CRinVA's account any day now!

[Cutter]

Thanks Mr. Rabbit!

no problem Jerome :)

[herbertwest]

OK it looks pretty impressive and i will need to get a copy of it :-)
thanks Bev!

[herbertwest]

Do you guys know a website which a quite good and uptodate list of books ABOUT King's works?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Do you guys know a website which a quite good and uptodate list of books ABOUT King's works?

‘Demon Driven: Stephen King and the Art of Writing’ Ed: George Beahm 1994
‘Stephen King: America’s Best-Loved Boogeyman’ George Beahm 1998
‘Stephen King Collectibles: An Illustrated Price Guide’ George Beahm 2000
‘Stephen King Country’ George Beahm 1999
‘Stephen King from A to Z’ George Beahm 1998
‘The Stephen King Companion’ George Beahm 1989, 1995
‘The Stephen King Story’ George Beahm 1991, 1992
‘Stephen King’ Ed: Harold Bloom 1998; also with Cindy Dyson 2002
‘The Unseen King’ Tyson Blue 1989
‘The Ultimate, Unauthorized Stephen King Trivia Challenge’ Robert W Bly 1997
‘Stephen King: a Reader´s Checklist and Reference Guide’ CheckerBee Publishing (Ed.) 1999
‘Horror Plum’d: An International Stephen King Bibliography 1960-2000’ Michael Collings 2003
‘The Annotated Guide to Stephen King’ Michael Collings 1986
‘The Films of Stephen King’ Michael Collings 1986
‘The Many Facets of Stephen King’ Michael Collings 1985
‘The Shorter Works of Stephen King’ Michael Collings and David A Engebretson 1985
‘Stephen King as Richard Bachman’ Michael Collings 1985
‘The Stephen King Phenomenon’ Michael Collings 1987
‘The Work of Stephen King’ Michael Collings 1996
‘Stephen King’ Karin S Coddon 2004
‘Stephen King Goes to Hollywood’ Jeff Conner 1987
‘Stephen King’s America’ Jonathan P Davis 1994
‘The Illustrated Stephen King Trivia Book’ Brian Freeman and Bev Vincent 2004
‘The Stephen King Internet Guide’ Beth Gehman 1999
‘Towerpent: A Fan’s Guide to Stephen King’s The Dark Tower’ Ed: Tyler Hall 2004
‘A Checklist and Bibliography of the First Appearances of the Novels and Short Stories of Stephen King’ Owen Haskell 1985
‘Reign of Fear: The Fiction and Films of Stephen King’ Ed: Don Herron 1988
‘The Gothic World of Stephen King: Landscapes of Nightmares’ Ed: Gary Hoppenstand and Ray B Browne 1987
‘Stephen King at the Movies’ Jessie Horsting 1986
‘Maps of Heaven, Maps of Hell: Religious Terror as Memory from the Puritans to Stephen King’ Edward J Ingebretsen 1996
‘Creepshows: The Illustrated Stephen King Movie Guide’ Stephen Jones 2001
‘Stephen King’ Amy Keyishian and Marjorie Keyishian 1996
‘Danse Macabre’ Stephen King 1981
‘On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft’ Stephen King 2000
‘Imagining the Worst: Stephen King and the Representation of Women’ Kathleen Lant and Theresa Thompson 1998
‘The Films of Stephen King’ Ann Lloyd 1993
‘A Casebook on The Stand’ Ed: Tony Magistrale 1992
‘The Dark Descent: Essays Defining Stephen King’s Horrorscape’ Ed: Tony Magistrale 1992
‘Discovering Stephen King’s The Shining’ Ed: Tony Magistrale 1998
‘Hollywood’s Stephen King’ Tony Magistrale 2003
‘Landscape of Fear: Stephen King’s American Gothic’ Tony Magistrale 1988
‘The Moral Voyages of Stephen King’ Tony Magistrale 1989
‘The Shining Reader’ Ed: Anthony Magistrale 1991
‘Stephen King: The Second Decade’ Tony Magistrale 1992
‘Reading Stephen King: Issues of Censorship, Student Choice, and Popular Literature’ Ed: Brenda Miller Power, Jeffrey D Wilhelm and Kelly Chandler 1997
‘In the Darkest Night: A Student’s Guide to Stephen King’ Tim Murphy 1990
‘Stephen King: The First Decade, Carrie to Pet Sematary’ Joseph Reino 1988
‘Stephen King: A Critical Companion’ Sharon A Russell 1996
‘Stephen King: Master of Horror’ Anne Saidman 1992
‘Discovering Stephen King’ Ed: Darrell Schweitzer 1985
‘The Essential Stephen King’ Stephen Spignesi 2001
‘The Lost Work of Stephen King’ Stephen Spignesi 1998
‘The Shape Under the Sheet; The Complete Stephen King Encyclopedia’ Stephen Spignesi 1991
‘The Second Stephen King Quiz Book’ Stephen Spignesi 1992
‘The Stephen King Quiz Book’ Stephen Spignesi 1990
‘Stephen King: Man and Artist’ Carroll F Terrell 1990
‘Fangoria: Masters of the Dark – Stephen King and Clive Barker’ Ed: Anthony Timpone 1997
‘Bare Bones: Conversations of Terror with Stephen King’ Ed: Tim Underwood and Chuck Miller 1988
‘Fear Itself: The Horror Fiction of Stephen King’ Ed: Tim Underwood and Chuck Miller 1982, 1984
‘Feast of Fear: Conversations with Stephen King’ Ed: Tim Underwood and Chuck Miller 1989
‘Kingdom of Fear: The World of Stephen King’ Ed: Tim Underwood and Chuck Miller 1986
‘The Complete Stephen King’ James Van Hise 1987
‘Enterprise Incidents Presents Stephen King’ Ed: James Van Hise 1984
‘Stephen King and Clive Barker: The Illustrated Guide to the Masters of the Macabre’ Ed: James Van Hise 1990
‘Stephen King and Clive Barker: Masters of the Macabre II’ Ed: James Van Hise 1992
‘The Road to the Dark Tower: Exploring Stephen King's Magnum Opus’ Bev Vincent 2004
‘The Stephen King Universe’ Stanley Wiater and Christopher Golden, with Hank Wagner 2001
‘Stephen King: King of Thrillers and Horrors’ Suzan Wilson 2000
‘Stephen King’ Douglas E Winter 1982
‘Stephen King: The Art of Darkness’ Douglas E Winter 1984, 1986
‘The Complete Guide to the Works of Stephen King’ Rocky Wood, David Rawsthorne and Norma Blackburn 2003, 2003 (SKEMERs Edition), 2003 (Second Edition), 2004 (Third Edition)
‘Stephen King’ John F Wukovits 1999
‘Teacher’s Manual: Novels of Stephen King’ Edward J Zagorski 1981
‘Stephen King: A Reader’s Checklist and Reference Guide’ Unknown 1999

[Bev Vincent]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Books_about_Stephen_King

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Just for you Herbert, in French

STEPHEN KING SOUS TOUTES LES COUTURESAuthor(s): Various including: Gilles Bergal, Alessandro Arturo, Sophie Peltier, Jacques Van Herp, Jean-Daniel Brèque, Stéphane Hannequin, Patrick Lehance, Dominique Warfa, Stéphane Nicot, Jean-Marc Ligny, Marc De Leeuw, Eddy C. Bertin, Pascale Munaretti, Philippe Lemay, Denis Labbé, Isabelle Levonian, Gérard Coisne, Jacques Finné, Serge Brussolo, Daniel Walthet, Alain DartevellePublisher: Editions Phénix (published both in France & Belgium). Date: December 1991 ISBN: 2-87383-000-X Pages: 299
STEPHEN KING - DE L'ANGOISSE A LA PEURAuthor: Christophe Kauffman Publisher: Editions Phénix (published both in France & Belgium). Date: 1993 ISBN: 2-87383-007-7 Pages: 91
LES DOSSIERS DE PHENIX: STEPHEN KINGAuthor(s): Various including: Alessandro Arturo, Jacques Van Herp, Martin Coenen,Yvon Godefroid, Denis Labbé, Christophe Kauffman, Gilbert Gallerne, Jean-Daniel Brèque, Dominique Warfa, Stéphane Nicot, Jean-Marc Ligny, Marc De Leeuw, Gérard Coisne, Jacques Finné, Serge Brussolo, Daniel Walthet, Alain Dartevelle, Christophe Corthouts, Alain SprauelPublisher: Editions Lefrancq (published both in France & Belgium).Date: 1995 ISBN: 2-87153-228-1 Pages: 392
STEPHEN KING - HANTISE DE L'ECRIVAINAuthor: Philippe Hemsen Publisher: Presses Universitaires du Septentrion Date: 1997 ISBN: 2-85939-524-5 Pages: 336
STEPHEN KING: TRENTE ANS DE TERREUR. Author: Hugues Morin Publisher: Unknown (Published in French language in Quebec, Canada) Date: 1997 ISBN: Not available Pages: Not available
STEPHEN KING: PARCOURS D'UNE ŒUVREAuthor: Laurent Bourdier Publisher: Editions Encrage Date: 1999 ISBN: 2-906389-98-6 Pages: 160
STEPHEN KING: LE FAISEUR D'HISTOIRES Author: Jean-Pierre DufreignePublisher: Editions MazarineDate: 1999 ISBN: 9-782863-743089 Pages: 170
STEPHEN KING ET LE SEXEAuthor: Roland ErnouldPublisher: Editions NaturellementDate : 1999 ISBN : 2-910370-71-2 Pages : 540
STEPHEN KING : PREMIERES APPROCHES Author(s) : Guy Astic Publisher : Unknown Date : 2000 ISBN : Not available Pages : Not available
TENEBRES - SPECIAL STEPHEN KING Author(s) : Various including : Laurent Bourdier, Daniel Conrad, Benoît Domis, Lou Van Hille, Richard D. Nolane, Jean-Daniel Brèque, Roberta Lannes, Stanley Wiater, Tyson Blue, Roland Ernould, Harlan Ellison, Stephen J. Spignesi... Publisher : Editions Lueurs Mortes Date : 2001 ISSN : 1288-314X Pages : 408
LES AMI(E)S DE STEPHEN KING NEWSLETTER FANZINE 12 issues from January 1987 to April 1989 10 pages for each fanzine Developed by Jacqueline Caron Authors : Various
STEVE'S RAG - CLUB STEPHEN KING LILLE NEWSLETTER FANZINE 20 issues from February 1994 to February 1999 (from 20 to 30 pages each) 5 Special Issues (from 50 to 100 pages each) Developed as a University Magazine by Lou Van Hille
FENETRE SECRETE SUR STEPHEN KING NEWSLETTER FANZINE Unknown number of issues from January 1995 to 1999. Quebec, Canada Developed by Hugues Morin

[Patrick]

Mr. Rabbit Trick knows all!

[Patrick]

Nice, Bev!

I have a copy with a little ghost remarque, it's much smaller than that.

[Ari_Racing]

My remarque is personalized. I sent the book to Glenn some months ago. A really nice and kind man!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

If you have a computer and Google.... you can too :dance:

[herbertwest]

THanx to both of you :-)

MrRabbit : the french list is not up to date ;-)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

MrRabbit : the french list is not up to date ;-)

Neither is the English list. (Last entry 2004)

[Bev Vincent]

Glenn is awesome -- both as an artist and as a guy. I have a blast every time I see him.

[NeedfulKings]

I've got a question about his signature. Here's a listing on Ebay. This differs greatly from how he signed the S/L of the same book, but is consistant with his sig in a limited illustrated edition of The Crow. Quite a drastic change in autograph. Anyone know the story behind it?

Ebay listing:

http://i18.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/d6/e3/e7f4_1.JPG

DotT sig page:

http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=760944671&searchurl=an%3Dphil%2Bhale%26bsi%3D30%26kn%3Dsigne d%26x%3D77%26y%3D7

The Crow sig page:

http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=554640156&searchurl=an%3Dphil%2Bhale%26bsi%3D30%26kn%3Dsigne d%26x%3D77%26y%3D7

[Ari_Racing]

I remember this being discussed at dt.net forums. The way the signature changed

[oy-the-brave]

I've got a question about his signature. Here's a listing on Ebay. This differs greatly from how he signed the S/L of the same book, but is consistant with his sig in a limited illustrated edition of The Crow. Quite a drastic change in autograph. Anyone know the story behind it?

Ebay listing:

http://i18.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/d6/e3/e7f4_1.JPG

DotT sig page:

http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=760944671&searchurl=an%3Dphil%2Bhale%26bsi%3D30%26kn%3Dsigne d%26x%3D77%26y%3D7

The Crow sig page:

http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=554640156&searchurl=an%3Dphil%2Bhale%26bsi%3D30%26kn%3Dsigne d%26x%3D77%26y%3D7



I don't know any story about the evolution of his signature, but I checked 4 of the books I had signed by him at Palavercon and the signature you posted is consistant with all mine.

[Randall Flagg]

We did discuss this at .net. He really "degraded" his signature to what you have pictured there. I would also agree the sig you have shown is consistent with his newest signing style, and therefore is legitimate.

[NeedfulKings]

Hell, it might have been me that started the convo on .net. I remember coming across this same situation last year. :P

I appreciate the feedback. If you guys want to merge this into another thread, feel free. Or we can just sit around and talk about Phil. :D

Between the 1st and 2nd Editions of DotT, which artwork do you collectors/readers prefer? Neither really "tickled my fancy" but I think the revised stuff is a little darker and better suits his style.

[oy-the-brave]

Hell, it might have been me that started the convo on .net. I remember coming across this same situation last year. :P

I appreciate the feedback. If you guys want to merge this into another thread, feel free. Or we can just sit around and talk about Phil. :D

Between the 1st and 2nd Editions of DotT, which artwork do you collectors/readers prefer? Neither really "tickled my fancy" but I think the revised stuff is a little darker and better suits his style.


I agree that the revised paintings from the 2nd edition were darker which probably fit the story better but I still prefer the original paintings from the 1st edition. From what I heard Phil was not happy with the original paintings and wanted to do all new paintings for the 2nd edition.

[Aaron]

Yup, that's definitely Phil's signature. I happen to be staring at seven signed prints from the 2nd edition of DotT that I have in my cubicle, and it is consistent across the board.

BTW, I much prefer 2nd edition to the first. They are among my favorite artwork in the series. :)

[Ari_Racing]

Six months ago I interviewed Phil Hale for Insomnia Magazine and he told me that he asked Robert (at grant books) if he could change all the artwork for DOTT. He didn't earn any money for it!

[NeedfulKings]

Thanks everyone. I managed to snag it for $50, so depending on the condition of the book (listed as mint) I think it's a good deal. I'm planning to get my 7 books signed by at least the artist. Since I've already got Artist Editions of 5,6, and 7, I just need to track down Mr. Whelan, Dameron, and McKean to make my set complete. :)

That's amazing that Phil offered new artwork for no compensation.

[herbertwest]

Six months ago I interviewed Phil Hale for Insomnia Magazine and he told me that he asked Robert (at grant books) if he could change all the artwork for DOTT. He didn't earn any money for it!


For a new edition?

[Ari_Racing]

2nd Grant Edition.

[Nerak]

Great price on that! We just sold them for $75 each!! And, that is Phil's siggy!! Trust me, I saw enough of them!

[jemaher]

Was wondering if anyone has tried to use the new s King collection CD which is being sold thru CD publications?

[CRinVA]

I have it but have not spent much time with it yet!

As a side note, I will be visiting with Rocky when he visits Washington, DC in about six weeks! I first met Rocky at the Stanley Hotel in 2003 at the Shining Masquerade Ball/Annual SKEMERCon. He is a teriffic guy and knows his King information quite well!

I attribute his first CD Book, The Complete Works of Stephen King as the primary source for helping me to win in each of Calla Wolf's King Trivia contests! And for the second one I won a 1st Edition Carrie so that was well worth it I'd say!

[jhanic]

I also have one, but, like CRinVA, I haven't had that much time to go through it. It seems very informational, but one problem I have with it is that to enter information about your specific volume, you have to download the appropriate page(s). I know that to do otherwise could involve some real programming problems, but...

Bob, when you see Rocky, tell him Hi for me!

John

[NeedfulKings]

Thanks, Karen. I remember you mentioning the signed books at Grant and I missed the boat on those.

[herbertwest]

Lilja wrote a review on his website, at the beginning of january, think so...

[jemaher]

Ok, Thanks. I also have the disc, but have yet to delve into it.

[Randall Flagg]

Great thread.
Since it really isn't a tutorial thread I may just move it to the main Collectors area.
Hope that is ok.

[jemaher]

Sure, I am still trying to find my way around the site

[NeedfulKings]

I never get tired of opening this gem up. Here's our hardcover that we sent halfway across the country for Bev to sign. I'd love to find a way to get Glenn to sign it as well!!!

We've got a trade paperback that we take on road trips. It's a great way to pass the miles on by. :D

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i2/bookking/dt_com/dt_net002.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

Very nice,
A wonderful inscription.

[Bev Vincent]

Contact the folks at Cemetery Dance -- they might be able to put you in touch with Glenn. He's a great guy, one of my favorite people.

[NeedfulKings]

Thanks, RF. And, thanks Bev! I'll try to contact CD and see what happens. Brian F. works there, doesn't he? I could go for the tri-fecta! :D

[Bev Vincent]

Yes, Brian Freeman works there, too.

[Hutch]

A few days ago I visited to my own site http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

When I got there I noticed the site had lost some of it's functionality. Sunday and Monday I worked until 5 am and 4 am working to restore all that was lost and while at it I suddenly found myself doing a redesign.

I would appreciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.

On another subject, a collector sought me out for signature verification. He said he heard I was a frequently suggested source for verification. As always I offered my opinion via email of the item in question once he submitted clear images. He wanted more... he wanted documentation for insurance purposes or to verify value for his family if he were deceased or ill. He offered to compensate me for my time. I told him I consider certificates of authenticity worthless I would create a letter of opinion. I watermarked a couple of his images, imbedded them in the document and wrote my evaluation. As for compensation, I suggested he simply pay me for my time with the amount to be determined by him. He was delighted with what I sent him and compensated me fairly.

Does anyone think this type of service if done right has value, is in demand, and is something I should offer on a regular basis?

Personally, I value my own opinion so much that I find little value in seeking other verification. ( my attempt at humor )

Dave

[jhanic]

A few days ago I visited to my own site http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

When I got there I noticed the site had lost some of it's functionality. Sunday and Monday I worked until 5 am and 4 am working to restore all that was lost and while at it I suddenly found myself doing a redesign.

I would apprieciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.

On another subject, a collector sought me out for signature verification. He said he heard I was a frequently suggested source for verification. As always I offered my opinion via email of the item in question once he submitted clear images. He wanted more... he wanted documentation for insurance purposes or to verify value for his family if he were deceased or ill. He offered to compensate me for my time. I told him I consider certificates of authenticity worthless I would create a letter of opinion. I watermarked a couple of his images, imbedded them in the document and wrote my evaluation. As for compensation, I suggested he simply pay me for my time with the amount to be determined by him. He was delighted with what I sent him and compensated me fairly.

Does anyone think this type of service if done right has value, is in demand, and is something I should offer on a regular basis?

Personally, I value my own opinion so much that I find little value in seeking other verification. ( my attempt at humor )

Dave

Dave, the only caveat on supplying a "letter of opinion" is that you are doing it without actually seeing and handling the book. I, myself, would be rather uncomfortable with that. There could be flaws in the book that would devalue it but are not visible in a scanned image.

John

[Matt]

Site looks really good Hutch. I believe Johns advice above is really sound.

[Hutch]

A few days ago I visited to my own site http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

When I got there I noticed the site had lost some of it's functionality. Sunday and Monday I worked until 5 am and 4 am working to restore all that was lost and while at it I suddenly found myself doing a redesign.

I would apprieciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.

On another subject, a collector sought me out for signature verification. He said he heard I was a frequently suggested source for verification. As always I offered my opinion via email of the item in question once he submitted clear images. He wanted more... he wanted documentation for insurance purposes or to verify value for his family if he were deceased or ill. He offered to compensate me for my time. I told him I consider certificates of authenticity worthless I would create a letter of opinion. I watermarked a couple of his images, imbedded them in the document and wrote my evaluation. As for compensation, I suggested he simply pay me for my time with the amount to be determined by him. He was delighted with what I sent him and compensated me fairly.

Does anyone think this type of service if done right has value, is in demand, and is something I should offer on a regular basis?

Personally, I value my own opinion so much that I find little value in seeking other verification. ( my attempt at humor )

Dave

Dave, the only caveat on supplying a "letter of opinion" is that you are doing it without actually seeing and handling the book. I, myself, would be rather uncomfortable with that. There could be flaws in the book that would devalue it but are not visible in a scanned image.

John

thanks John, it is something I have gave thought to when asked to apply a value. In the outlined case the item in question was not a book. It was a signed new dust jacket. Condition did not come into play. And yet when I assigned a value to it I gave it a large range condition dependent.

Let me re-phrase. I'm thinking mostly along the lines of signature verification and only a letter of opinion. Making the letter tamper proof is the issue was an issue. If such a service is warranted I'm think the document I send will not be electronic but rather printed and sent via mail, continue to have imbedded watermarked images, hand signed and perhaps embossed.

[NeedfulKings]

The site looks good. Easy to navigate.

The letter of opinion does have a value I think. The fact that it's a bit different than your standard "cookie cutter" COA is nice. And, if you don't actually see the item, you can always add the disclaimer that your opinion is based on the imbedded images, etc.

I'd take your opinion over just about any official company out there.

[Brice]

A few days ago I visited to my own site http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

When I got there I noticed the site had lost some of it's functionality. Sunday and Monday I worked until 5 am and 4 am working to restore all that was lost and while at it I suddenly found myself doing a redesign.

I would apprieciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.

On another subject, a collector sought me out for signature verification. He said he heard I was a frequently suggested source for verification. As always I offered my opinion via email of the item in question once he submitted clear images. He wanted more... he wanted documentation for insurance purposes or to verify value for his family if he were deceased or ill. He offered to compensate me for my time. I told him I consider certificates of authenticity worthless I would create a letter of opinion. I watermarked a couple of his images, imbedded them in the document and wrote my evaluation. As for compensation, I suggested he simply pay me for my time with the amount to be determined by him. He was delighted with what I sent him and compensated me fairly.

Does anyone think this type of service if done right has value, is in demand, and is something I should offer on a regular basis?

Personally, I value my own opinion so much that I find little value in seeking other verification. ( my attempt at humor )

Dave

Dave, the only caveat on supplying a "letter of opinion" is that you are doing it without actually seeing and handling the book. I, myself, would be rather uncomfortable with that. There could be flaws in the book that would devalue it but are not visible in a scanned image.

John

thanks John, it is something I have gave thought to when asked to apply a value. In the outlined case the item in question was not a book. It was a signed new dust jacket. Condition did not come into play. And yet when I assigned a value to it I gave it a large range condition dependent.

Let me re-phrase. I'm thinking mostly along the lines of signature verification and only a letter of opinion. Making the letter tamper proof is the issue was an issue. If such a service is warranted I'm think the document I send will not be electronic but rather printed and sent via mail, continue to have imbedded watermarked images, hand signed and perhaps embossed.

Would notarized be a good thing? I mean I realize someone could probably find a crooked notary, but it would be an extra step.

And the site looks good to me.

[jhanic]

I don't see how a notary would make much of a difference. All the notary really does is verifies the identity of the person who is signing a document. I don't see how that would apply here.

John

[Brice]

I don't see how a notary would make much of a difference. All the notary really does is verifies the identity of the person who is signing a document. I don't see how that would apply here.

John

True! >< I'm half awake. I think my brains stopped working. :lol: Sorry!

[CRinVA]

All the notary would do is validate that the letter of opinion was from whom it says its from. It would do nothing for the stated opinion within! :)

[Matt]

Yep--

<--is a notary

However, if it were me and I knew Hutch's reputation in the community, it might not be bad to be able to prove I didn't sign it (as him) myself. :lol:

[thecollector]

I like the new site. it's easier to find items then the old layout.

As far as the letter of opinion goes.... I think a gap in services = potential profit. In this case no one is offering anything "offical" of this nature. If you wanted to charge for it, you should give some flat rate for the service and have a lawyer draft a brief disclamer at the end of the document releasing you from any liability.

I get questions about SK signatures frequently, but only 2-4 times per year on verifying the authenticity.... much more comon is "how much is my signed book worth" type questions.

I'd be happy to refer people your way if you do start providing something like this.

[Fsmdr]

My only worry about this is in a bad case scenario, an Ebay seller decide to use your letter (hence, your name) to endorse a listing that they are selling. I assume that is not your intention with this. More to personal use of Insurance purpose and assurance of the item they already own. I might be wrong, but it was the first thing that I though about regarding this.

[Sir_Boomme]

well... i know when you get higher end art appraised for insurance purposes, a lot of companies require that it is appraised by a certified art appraiser, an appraiser certified by a valid organization like the IFAA ( (http://www.ifaacertified.com/) International Fine Art Appraisers) - like when I had my original Patrick Nagel acrylic painting appraised.

unless you have some kind of certification, i'm not sure how far your validation letter would go with regards to insuring items.
now i agree that you are a well known expert in the "king collecting circle". but outside the king ring of people that really know how valuable your opinion is (me included), i'm not sure what the weight of your opinion will carry. however, i do think that you might be able to get customers for your service.

[Hutch]

Ok... enough already with the letter of opinion. I myself didn't believe it was a service that would be worth doing and you folks have pointed out many of the problems and issues that I thought of years ago.
It's just that someone had an interest and I wanted a feel to see if there was a demand.

I receive about 100+ requests per year for my opinion with signatures and have freely done so via email and will continue to do.

In the meantime I would still like feedback and suggestions for the following:

A few days ago I visited to my own site http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

I would appreciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.

[NeedfulKings]

I would appreciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.

I have always liked this info. The forgery protection portion is great too!!! Overall, as I said earlier, it's a great site.

There's also a discussion here about the gutter code on Pet Sematary actually being Y38, instead of Y3.

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?t=2139

[Calla_Wolf]

My only worry about this is in a bad case scenario, an Ebay seller decide to use your letter (hence, your name) to endorse a listing that they are selling. I assume that is not your intention with this. More to personal use of Insurance purpose and assurance of the item they already own. I might be wrong, but it was the first thing that I though about regarding this.

Hi Dave

Site looks good !!!

As for the rest of it, as you know I tried to get SKFakes validated by King's office as an official source for signature appraisals etc and failed. WE all know your credentials but you know that I was always bombarded by questions such as "what are YOUR credentails??" etc etc etc when someone felt the urge to challenge me. These became tiresome.

I don't want to put you off the idea, it's up to you, but the letters you offer will only be of use to the owners if YOUR reputation spreads amongst the buying world, particularly Ebay. Sellers will want to add "Validated by Hutch" as a tagline, and they'll want that to carry some clout.

If potential buyers know to look for your name then the value of the books you certify will rise. If they don't know your reputation, the letters or certificates or whatever will only be worth the paper they're written on to anyone who doesn't know you.

I hope that makes sense - am writing this whilst playing host to more than a little fermented grape juice.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

A few days ago I visited to my own site http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

I would appreciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.

http://img128.imageshack.us/img128/8112/hutchfr2.jpg

Couple of things which you might want to check.

The brown link bar looks a bit off unless you can get it all on your screen (see above)

The brown font color against the grey in the LHS does not look great.

Otherwise, it's good and easy to navigate.

[carlosdetweiller]

On the home page there is a link to "Consignment Policy" but you have misspelled "Poilcy" and this should probably be changed.

I found the site to be extremely easy to use and very quick and responsive.

Do you currently have books on consignment? If so, I do not see a link to view those.

Otherwise, I found the site to be great.

[carlosdetweiller]

Also, do you have books listed by authors other than King? I think you have a Simmons book, CHILDREN OF THE NIGHT, listed. Should you have a link to "other authors"?

[Randall Flagg]

I navigated the site up to but not completeing a purchase and functionality was fine.
I noticed that you had three From a Buick 8's listed and at first though it a mistake. Perhaps the limitation # could be listed on any/all S/L's.

[jhanic]

In the description for the Do It Yourself book, the word contributors is mis-spelled.

John

[Hutch]

On the home page there is a link to "Consignment Policy" but you have misspelled "Poilcy" and this should probably be changed.

I found the site to be extremely easy to use and very quick and responsive.

Do you currently have books on consignment? If so, I do not see a link to view those.

Otherwise, I found the site to be great.

" Policy " looks right to me .. perhaps it's an optical illusion. I'm either unable to change the white text of have yet to find a way to do so. Instead I darkened the background a couple of shades so the text shows up more easily. I really wanted to mute all the colors. I felt as though the past appearance was too bold and bright. After awhile I found it annoying.
The consignment books are buried within other inventory. They are identified with the owners initials within the inventory number.

Right now there are only a handful left since I concentrate on moving the consignee's books first.

[Hutch]

In the description for the Do It Yourself book, the word contributors is mis-spelled.

John

thanks ..... corrected.

[Hutch]

I navigated the site up to but not completeing a purchase and functionality was fine.
I noticed that you had three From a Buick 8's listed and at first though it a mistake. Perhaps the limitation # could be listed on any/all S/L's.

If you click on the item it will open a detailed description. Within it's text you will see the book numbers as well as in the additional images.

Perhaps your suggestion is for me to add the numbers of Signed limited Editions within the item title. If so .. I think it's a good idea. Most of my storefront titles are based off of my ebay titles. With some Ebay titles you have to be selective because of a limited number of characters allowed. Probably not the case with these books.

thank you, Dave

[carlosdetweiller]

On the home page there is a link to "Consignment Policy" but you have misspelled "Poilcy" and this should probably be changed.

I found the site to be extremely easy to use and very quick and responsive.

Do you currently have books on consignment? If so, I do not see a link to view those.

Otherwise, I found the site to be great.

" Policy " looks right to me .. perhaps it's an optical illusion.
The consignment books are buried within other inventory. They are identified with the owners initials within the inventory number.

Right now there are only a handful left since I concentrate on moving the consignee's books first.

The tab at the top is spelled correctly. In the last sentence under the heading "Message to Our Customers" there is a link that has the misspelling. It's right above "Featured Items."

[Hutch]

Keep the suggestions coming I appreciate the input.

Dave " Hutch " Hutcheson

[Hutch]

On the home page there is a link to "Consignment Policy" but you have misspelled "Poilcy" and this should probably be changed.

I found the site to be extremely easy to use and very quick and responsive.

Do you currently have books on consignment? If so, I do not see a link to view those.

Otherwise, I found the site to be great.

" Policy " looks right to me .. perhaps it's an optical illusion.
The consignment books are buried within other inventory. They are identified with the owners initials within the inventory number.

Right now there are only a handful left since I concentrate on moving the consignee's books first.

The tab at the top is spelled correctly. In the last sentence under the heading "Message to Our Customers" there is a link that has the misspelling. It's right above "Featured Items."

Done again... I'm pretty responsive aren't I ? Who doesn't have a life....?
Yup it's me.

[Patrick]

A few days ago I visited to my own site http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

When I got there I noticed the site had lost some of it's functionality. Sunday and Monday I worked until 5 am and 4 am working to restore all that was lost and while at it I suddenly found myself doing a redesign.

I would appreciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. I also created new links to identifying firsts and forgery protection as well as new page designs for both of those.

In the future I plan on adding a page to identifying UK firsts as well.
...
Dave
Just quoting the above so it will appear on this page of the thread as well. :)

Now to check out the new site...

[Daghain]

Hutch, I like the site! Really easy to navigate. Good thing I have no spare cash for goodies right now.... :)

[Patrick]

It looks great, Hutch, especially since the others already vetted all those little quirks you have since fixed.

I do have the issue that the "US Proofs" link wraps the word "Proof" onto a second line all the way over to the left (like what Mr. RT said on the previous thread page) which looks a little funny.


Looking at the site just reminded me of all the books I don't have yet...

[Hutch]

It looks great, Hutch, especially since the others already vetted all those little quirks you have since fixed.

I do have the issue that the "US Proofs" link wraps the word "Proof" onto a second line all the way over to the left (like what Mr. RT said on the previous thread page) which looks a little funny.


Looking at the site just reminded me of all the books I don't have yet...

The page automatically adjusts to your monitor settings ( size ) and the width of the window in your browser. I've been trying to figure out a method of taking care of that as well. However, it does not seem to be something I can control at this time. I have an idea I may try within the week. Thanks much and keep the suggestions coming.

[Patrick]

Here's a suggestion: Sell me the Skeleton Crew S/L for half price. :D

[Hutch]

Here's a suggestion: Sell me the Skeleton Crew S/L for half price. :D

Per the original request " I would appreciate any feedback you can give me as to it's design and functionality. "

I knew someone would have to be a clown. I'm stunned that it took this long. :thumbsup:

[NeedfulKings]

:lol:

I'm on Patrick's team! :P

[Daghain]

Yeah, I had to wipe the drool off my laptop after looking at that site. :lol:

[namelessnpoor]

I have looked at your site many many times ! I like the new set-up, it is easier to navigate and i like the way the books come up under each heading.
great !

[Hutch]

I have looked at your site many many times ! I like the new set-up, it is easier to navigate and i like the way the books come up under each heading.
great !
thanks...I've been fighting the site for years. I think it's closer to where I want it to be. I think I can finally feel comfortable adding more items. While doing the redesign I was shocked to see how little I have listed there. No wonder I'm practically tripping over books all the time.

I'm still trying to work out bugs for international shipping. The way it is right now international buyers cannot complete the checkout. It instructs them to email me via email after failed attempts. By this time I'm sure many are so frustrated they don't want to proceed with the purchase.

I think I have assign a shipping weight to each item, assigning either a parcel or envelope packaging, allow a couple of shipping options and go with a dymanic shipping calculator. It will make my description writing more difficult but will allow fully automated checkout for all if I can figure out how to do it.

It may be above my technical expertise.

[Fsmdr]

Hutch,

What about adding a 'Help' section on the bottom of the home page or a 'Frequently asked Question'?. To cover questions on shipping cost, method of shipping, payment methods accepted, etc.

[Hutch]

Hutch,

What about adding a 'Help' section on the bottom of the home page or a 'Frequently asked Question'?. To cover questions on shipping cost, method of shipping, payment methods accepted, etc.

Good idea. It should be good to have anyways. But even better for those bugs I can't fix or am working on.

[Hutch]

Hutch,

What about adding a 'Help' section on the bottom of the home page or a 'Frequently asked Question'?. To cover questions on shipping cost, method of shipping, payment methods accepted, etc.

Good idea. It should be good to have anyways. But even better for those bugs I can't fix or am working on.

Update: Added the beginnings of a Help/FAQ page.

Keep the ideas regarding functionality and design coming. I appreciate the input.

http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

[Matt]

Would you mind if I used your banner image and add you to our links directory Hutch? The site looks really good.

Not sure if you have considered a links page for your site but we would love to be on it.

[artan]

Hutch,

What about adding a 'Help' section on the bottom of the home page or a 'Frequently asked Question'?. To cover questions on shipping cost, method of shipping, payment methods accepted, etc.

Good idea. It should be good to have anyways. But even better for those bugs I can't fix or am working on.

Update: Added the beginnings of a Help/FAQ page.

Keep the ideas regarding functionality and design coming. I appreciate the input.

http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

Hi Hutch,

I have looked at your site many times too and it's looks really good.
Here are some suggestions:

Design:
1) The Logo is too little, Do you like something simple like this?

Example 1
http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/9495/senzatitolo1hg2.jpg

Example 2
http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/2972/49731422ud3.jpg

Options:
1) Could you make "Order by price" in the web site sections?

If you will need graphic help, please send me a PM, I will be very happy to help you.

;)

[Hutch]

Hutch,

What about adding a 'Help' section on the bottom of the home page or a 'Frequently asked Question'?. To cover questions on shipping cost, method of shipping, payment methods accepted, etc.

Good idea. It should be good to have anyways. But even better for those bugs I can't fix or am working on.

Update: Added the beginnings of a Help/FAQ page.

Keep the ideas regarding functionality and design coming. I appreciate the input.

http://www.stephenkingbuy.com

Hi Hutch,

I have looked at your site many times too and it's looks really good.
Here are some suggestions:

Design:
1) The Logo is too little, Do you like something simple like this?

Example 1
http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/9495/senzatitolo1hg2.jpg

Example 2
http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/2972/49731422ud3.jpg

Options:
1) Could you make "Order by price" in the web site sections?

If you will need graphic help, please send me a PM, I will be very happy to help you.

;)

One thing I liked a bunch in you examples was your ability to remove the white background around the www.stephenkingbuy.com logo. How did you do that?

I also have the inventory items sorted alphabetically. I do this because many of my books are condition sensitive and when I list multiple copies of the same title potential customers can see the differences in condition more easily.

[wizardsrainbow]

Hi Dave-

As I have been away for 10 days, it looks like you've been helped a lot already. I took a look and did not see anything obvious that I would recommend changing.

Overall, the site looks great, fresh, and appealing to the eye.

Very nice work.

Best,

David

[artan]

Dave,

the site is very nice and It's very nice the new logo :thumbsup:
------------

Hi David, Welcome back!!!!!!

[Hutch]

Dave,

the site is very nice and It's very nice the new logo :thumbsup:
------------

Hi David, Welcome back!!!!!!

thanks for your suggestions and offer to help. Very useful

[Hutch]

Hi Dave-

As I have been away for 10 days, it looks like you've been helped a lot already. I took a look and did not see anything obvious that I would recommend changing.

Overall, the site looks great, fresh, and appealing to the eye.

Very nice work.

Best,

David

It's been quite the chore. I'm trying brand the auctions to the website so they resemble each other without actually directing ebay users to the website. Right now I have four auctions running and each one is different from the one listed earlier. The most recent is where I currently stand in the transition.

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZhutch

[CRinVA]

Hi Dave-

As I have been away for 10 days, it looks like you've been helped a lot already. I took a look and did not see anything obvious that I would recommend changing.

Overall, the site looks great, fresh, and appealing to the eye.

Very nice work.

Best,

David

It's been quite the chore. I'm trying brand the auctions to the website so they resemble each other without actually directing ebay users to the website. Right now I have four auctions running and each one is different from the one listed earlier. The most recent is where I currently stand in the transition.

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZhutch

:clap: :clap: :clap: And this particular auction is History! Thanks Hutch! :clap: :clap: :clap:

[Chooch]

I have just got ahold of this edition and I'm somewhat confused. My edition has a "Gold " bookmark while I here of editions with a "Blue" bookmark. Do any of you have any idea as to

1 -Why a publisher would do that ?

2- Are there other colors ?

3 - Which one would be the " Most Rare" of the two ?

4 - How many of you have which color ?

This is really just a sanity check for me because I think the Edition itself is beautifuly done. Thank you !!!:orely:

[carlosdetweiller]

I've wondered some of those questions myself. I have three copies of the 1993 first Easton Press edition. Two have gold ribbon bookmarks while one has a blue one. I have no idea if one is more rare than the other or if one has temporal precedence over the other. Good topic for discussion.

[jhanic]

I'll have to dig out my copy and see what color bookmark is in it. I didn't know there were variations.

John

[e_taylor]

Could this be due to the second printing? Maybe it has a different coloured bookmark? I know the Easton Press doesn't change the copyright pages for subsequent printings, although for this book, something on the spine is supposed to distinguish the printings (its slipped my mind). Food for thought anyways...

[NeedfulKings]

Yes, I don't know the specifics, but there are obvious differences to the spine between the first and second printings. As for the ribbon, I have no idea!

[super sam]

I checked my 1st and 2nd printing, and both have "gold" bookmarks.

[Brice]

Yes, I don't know the specifics, but there are obvious differences to the spine between the first and second printings. As for the ribbon, I have no idea!

http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/limited/deadzone1vs2.html

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Could this be due to the second printing? Maybe it has a different coloured bookmark? I know the Easton Press doesn't change the copyright pages for subsequent printings, although for this book, something on the spine is supposed to distinguish the printings (its slipped my mind). Food for thought anyways...

How to tell difference here.... but it still poses questions about the colour of the bookmarks.

http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/limited/deadzone1vs2.html

[Brice]

Could this be due to the second printing? Maybe it has a different coloured bookmark? I know the Easton Press doesn't change the copyright pages for subsequent printings, although for this book, something on the spine is supposed to distinguish the printings (its slipped my mind). Food for thought anyways...

How to tell difference here.... but it still poses questions about the colour of the bookmarks.

http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/limited/deadzone1vs2.html

Oh, sure! Noone posted that same link directly above you. :P

[carlosdetweiller]

Yes, I don't know the specifics, but there are obvious differences to the spine between the first and second printings. As for the ribbon, I have no idea!

http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/limited/deadzone1vs2.html

The business about differentiating between first and second editions by looking at the spine is accurate but is not answering the original poster's question. He is specifically asking about the 1993 Easton Press edition (at least that is how I read his question).

There are two colors of ribbon bookmarks used on the 1993 edition, gold and blue. I have no inside knowledge of how Easton Press works internally but I suspect they bind these books according to how many orders they receive. When they went to bind another batch of books to fill another wave of orders they may have changed ribbon color at that time. Just a guess.

[Brice]

Yes, I don't know the specifics, but there are obvious differences to the spine between the first and second printings. As for the ribbon, I have no idea!

http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/limited/deadzone1vs2.html

The business about differentiating between first and second editions by looking at the spine is accurate but is not answering the original poster's question. He is specifically asking about the 1993 Easton Press edition (at least that is how I read his question).

There are two colors of ribbon bookmarks used on the 1993 edition, gold and blue. I have no inside knowledge of how Easton Press works internally but I suspect they bind these books according to how many orders they receive. When they went to bind another batch of books to fill another wave of orders they may have changed ribbon color at that time. Just a guess.

Oh, I know it doesn't answer the question about the bookmarks. That I have absolutely no idea on. I don't even own a copy of the book myself.I was just responding to NeedfulKing's statement regarding the differences on the spine.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Oh, sure! Noone posted that same link directly above you. :P

It was so good, it deserves to be posted twice :rock:

or.... I need glasses. You choose. ><

[Brice]

:lol: We'll call it the former.

[Cutter]

Just to note, there will be another printing, and another, et cetera. I actually talked to Easton Press about this and they are out of stock, but plan to do another printing soon. They have to since its part of the Science Fiction series.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Just checked my 1993 1st edition. It has a blue ribbon and light blue/grey end papers.

Looks like I'll have to get another one with a gold ribbon.

[Airtraffic]

I would just have say that they changed the ribbon with the orders. just a guess. Have we contacted Easton, they have good Customer service.

[Chooch]

Yes I have emailed them with this very question, but no reply as of yet. I will post their response when I do get it.

[shnnrc01]

my 1993 edition has a blue ribbon,my 2nd edition has agold ribbon.strange alright huh?

[e_taylor]

I've seen mention that 1500 copies of the first printing of the Gunslinger were mis bound. Does anyone know:

1) In what way they were misbound?
2) Does this effect the value of a copy? (Negative or positive?)
3) Does anyone own one of these misbound copies?

Thanks for the clarification guys!

[Hutch]

I've seen mention that 1500 copies of the first printing of the Gunslinger were mis bound. Does anyone know:

1) In what way they were misbound?
2) Does this effect the value of a copy? (Negative or positive?)
3) Does anyone own one of these misbound copies?

Thanks for the clarification guys!

Here's how it went.

The error was a missing signature ( group of pages ) I think they were something like pages 74-100 were missing and it their place was a duplicate of perhaps 174-200 ( which also appeared in their proper place).

When the error was discovered the 10,000 copy run was recalled and went through by hand. It turned out that approximately 30% of them had the error and were correctly rebound.

Some of these mis-bound copies do still exist. There could have been human error involved. I've bought and sold a couple of them myself.

[wizardsrainbow]

I was searching for this general collecting question thread and finally found it.

I have 2 F&Gs (Drawing of the Three and Wastelands). I was thinking of having someone make me a special traycase for them. I recall from the other site there was a discussion about custom made traycases, but it is lost to me.

So, I would appreciate recommendations as to who to contact and any tips about what to ask for/process in general.

Thanks

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I was searching for this general collecting question thread and finally found it.

I have 2 F&Gs (Drawing of the Three and Wastelands). I was thinking of having someone make me a special traycase for them. I recall from the other site there was a discussion about custom made traycases, but it is lost to me.

So, I would appreciate recommendations as to who to contact and any tips about what to ask for/process in general.

Thanks

How about making them yourself...... Clamshell cases.....

http://www.indiana.edu/~libpres/manual/treatments/clam/index.html

[Randall Flagg]

More easily said than done.

[wizardsrainbow]

I was searching for this general collecting question thread and finally found it.

I have 2 F&Gs (Drawing of the Three and Wastelands). I was thinking of having someone make me a special traycase for them. I recall from the other site there was a discussion about custom made traycases, but it is lost to me.

So, I would appreciate recommendations as to who to contact and any tips about what to ask for/process in general.

Thanks

How about making them yourself...... Clamshell cases.....

http://www.indiana.edu/~libpres/manual/treatments/clam/index.html

>< :lol: Are you serious? I can barely pound a nail in straight.

[Cutter]

I don't know about a traycase, but I've always wanted to learn how to make a slipcase. Maybe make a slipcase for the four Bachman paperbacks, or the F&SF editions of the Gunslinger. Rich (a old skeemer) makes traycases. So they can be done.

btw, Wiz ask Stu over at Bett's who was the binder that bound 'Salem's Lot. IIRC, they also offered services like traycases. I remember looking at their website, but it was a while ago, so I'm not sure.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I don't know about a traycase, but I've always wanted to learn how to make a slipcase. Maybe make a slipcase for the four Bachman paperbacks, or the F&SF editions of the Gunslinger.


Slipcases for Backman P/Bs and F&SF mags can be made from 6 pieces of plastic or glass, and some glue or clear mastic. You can buy plastic and glass in sheets in lots of colors.

Wiz..... no nails involved. :thumbsup:

[jhanic]

Wiz..... no nails involved. :thumbsup:

Remember the episode on the TV series Home Improvement, where Tim "The Toolman" Taylor gets his head glued to a table? That would be me.

John

[Cutter]

Wiz this might be what you are looking for.

http://www.currierbindery.com/index.html

To me it looks like they'll do individual orders. It might cost you a $150, but I think it would be worth it. There is a lot of customization you can do, look on the prices page.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Remember the episode on the TV series Home Improvement, where Tim "The Toolman" Taylor gets his head glued to a table? That would be me.

John

:rofl:

The only think I want to remember about Tool Time, is a young Pamela Anderson as Lisa the Tool-Time Girl. :excited:

[namelessnpoor]

I was searching for this general collecting question thread and finally found it.

I have 2 F&Gs (Drawing of the Three and Wastelands). I was thinking of having someone make me a special traycase for them. I recall from the other site there was a discussion about custom made traycases, but it is lost to me.

So, I would appreciate recommendations as to who to contact and any tips about what to ask for/process in general.

Thanks

Gregor greg@campbell-logan.com 1 800 942 6224

here is the name and email and number of the guy i talked to when i ordered my custom traycases for Six Stories and for my S/L Salem's Lot this is the same place that made them Centipede Press for the Salem's Lot. They are easy to deal with and did a great job, and turn around was quick. I think it cost me about $150 or so to have 2 tray cases made and they were custom sizes. I had them made to hold my S/L Salem's Lot while still in its slipcase. So it was large case. They came out great and were perfectly sized. You can give them the measurements yourself or you can mail them book and they will do it all and mail it back. You can even have titles, author etc.. embossed or foiled ont hem, basically whatever you want. I was very happy with the cases. If you look under the collections title of the pictures i just posted a few days ago you can see both cases on my shelves
Hope this helps you, i got the name and number from Jared at Centipede.

[wizardsrainbow]

Thanks everyone. Your responses have been most helpful and exactly what I am looking for.

Thanks again. Have I ever said "I love this place!"

[Nerak]

I know someone selling this book..http://www.amazon.com/She-Loves-Monsters-Simon-Clark/dp/B000VTDGX8/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1206548211&sr=1-7

He says this about it:
This special edition is limited to 26 lettered copies as is stated in the limitation page. However, it is not lettered. Instead, Joe Hill has entered (printed) his name and doodled his signature drawing. Purchased in Exeter NH whence the author resides. Signed by all 3 authors/illustrators on the limitation page: Simon Clark, Paul Finch, and Caniglia ( the artist). This book is quite rare.

He's offering it to me for less than the advertised price.

Do you think I should go for it?

[Justin Case]

I don't know about the whole "Joe Hill" connection but if it's in good condition than I'd grab it straight away. I have it and it is one of the best lettered of its kind (i.e. metal case, etc.. second only to maybe the metal tray for Neverland - I like when that type of traycase reflects aspects of the story). The whole metal case design is amazing and looks great on your shelf - plus it houses everything (i.e. book, print, manuscript page, etc.. ). It is one of the rarer Necessary Evil lettereds IMHO :)

[Randall Flagg]

Not sure on that. I assume you refer to the one for ~$158.
Once we get some good advice, I am going to merge this with the Collecting Questions thread.

[Justin Case]

Is this from Joe Hill?? An association type thing? If so than the price should be more than the $200+ you'd be lucky to find one for (last one I saw went for $295 - and I thought that was a good deal).

[Justin Case]

the real question I guess is: Is the seller credible? Don't know the source than I'm inclined to be incredulous...

[Nerak]

he works at the sub shop down the street from work, he deals in books often, but I've never bought anything from him before. I am going to look at it on Friday.

He didn't say anything about it being in a case.

Jerome, thanks for leaving it out, I wouldn't be able to find it otherwise! LOL

Bad me for starting another thread! LOL

[Nerak]

Is this from Joe Hill?? An association type thing? If so than the price should be more than the $200+ you'd be lucky to find one for (last one I saw went for $295 - and I thought that was a good deal).

I am not sure, but I know Joe, so I can check with him on it.

[Cutter]

Is this from Joe Hill?? An association type thing? If so than the price should be more than the $200+ you'd be lucky to find one for (last one I saw went for $295 - and I thought that was a good deal).

I am not sure, but I know Joe, so I can check with him on it.

He's right, they go for a high price, if it's a Lettered Edition it comes with a lot of extras. here's a link to an image of all the stuff you get:

http://www.awfulbooks.com/awfulbooks/extraextra/04%20-%20NEP%20picture%20gallery/books/novella/series/03%20-%20She%20Loves%20Monsters/fullrez/SLM3.jpg

My guess is it's a pc, if it's just the book, and if it's just the book it isn't worth more than $40. But since you are a Joe Hill fan, and it's real, who knows what it's worth?

Personally I can't gauge what Joe Hill items are worth. When I think $200 is ridiculous for a chapbook, people are buying them up like crazy.

[Matt]

awfulbooks.com?

Wow, that's not an eye catcher is it?

[Nerak]

It is the lettered, but like he says in the description, it says Joe Hill instead of a letter and Joe doodled his ghostie in it. I don't remember where he said he got it, but I am going to check it out Friday, and I should be seeing Joe tomorrow, I will asj him about it then.

Thanks everyone

[Cutter]

awfulbooks.com?

Wow, that's not an eye catcher is it?
lol, Fred is actually a good guy. He built the site to grade Lettered Editions; if they were worth the money or not. He started it because he was mad at some of the crappy Lettered Editions that were published, hence the awful books name.

[Ari_Racing]

How do you recognize a 1st edition of The Bachman Books?

Thanks!

[Randall Flagg]

Publisher: NAL
Year: 1985
State: Trade Hardback Issue price $19.95
Comments: Quarter Bound in black cloth with black boards and gold title embossing on spine. First printing 15,000 copies. Copyright page states: “First (Omnibus) Printing October, 1985”
Full number line: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

[Ari_Racing]

Thanks!

[shnnrc01]

is there any "first edition... or first printed..." etc. on the copyright page to the NEW ADVENTURES Of SHERLOCK HOLMES to deem it a 1st edition.the copy im looking to bid on has the price on the dustjacket and is from 1987 but the seller says there is nothing stated on the copyright page about a 1st edition..thx guys,barry.

[Randall Flagg]

Are you referring to the trade hardback, or the trade paperback?

[shnnrc01]

hardback

[shnnrc01]

the paperback doesnt have a dustjacket,right?

[Randall Flagg]

Correct. the trade PB does not. I just wanted to be sure. Sorry, but I don't have the HB (goes to look). I have the Trade PB which is self described as a "Second Printing" on the CR page.

[shnnrc01]

thx randall.

[Kevin]

I've just recieved 7 King/Bachman hardcover books FREE from an antique dealer who was feeling uber generous (long story). I have no idea whether any of them are valuable (doubt it, I'm sure the antique dealer would have checked) but I'm interested in finding out. Is there a quick way to check? None of them are signed.

[Randall Flagg]

I've just recieved 7 King/Bachman hardcover books FREE from an antique dealer who was feeling uber generous (long story). I have no idea whether any of them are valuable (doubt it, I'm sure the antique dealer would have checked) but I'm interested in finding out. Is there a quick way to check? None of them are signed.

Go to the Catalog. Click on each particular book and the info will be there.
A good example is the info given to Arial racing a few posts earlier.
It was quoted directly from the Catalog.

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?t=974

[Kevin]

Thank you kindly, didn't know it was that easy. :thumbsup:

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I've just recieved 7 King/Bachman hardcover books FREE from an antique dealer who was feeling uber generous (long story). I have no idea whether any of them are valuable (doubt it, I'm sure the antique dealer would have checked) but I'm interested in finding out. Is there a quick way to check? None of them are signed.

Look at the "How to Identify 1st Editions" on the Tutorials Page. I suspect they will be book club editions, which are not worth anything.

[Heather19]

Go to the Catalog. Click on each particular book and the info will be there.
A good example is the info given to Arial racing a few posts earlier.
It was quoted directly from the Catalog.

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?t=974

Thanks for that link, I didn't even know that section of the site was here.

Just a quick question, is there a list somewhere that lists the going price for first edition hardcovers.
I picked up a first edition of The Dark Zone for a couple of dollars last summer, and was just curious about how much it's worth, as well as other first editions of Kings books.

[Randall Flagg]

Heather, prices have really been in flux (mostly down). I know of no site or link that has current pricing on Trade 1st edition King books.

[Heather19]

thanks

[shnnrc01]

ok guys,ill try again-the auction is up in a day or two so help!!! anybody with a hardback copy of the "New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" from 1987 w/Kings story The Doctors Case ,edited by Caroll and Graf.Does it state on the copyright page-"First printed .... or First published ...." etc.The seller says it has the price on the dustjacket but nothing stated on the copyright page.thx.

[Cutter]

[quote=Randall Flagg;136945]Just a quick question, is there a list somewhere that lists the going price for first edition hardcovers.
I picked up a first edition of The Dark Zone for a couple of dollars last summer, and was just curious about how much it's worth, as well as other first editions of Kings books.

Heather the Stephen King collector rates what the price ranges a First Edition should be. Find a book, and click on the link. But like RF said, since the market is down the information might not be totally accurate, but it's still a good estimate. http://www.stephenkingcollector.com/1st_editions.html

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

ok guys,ill try again-the auction is up in a day or two so help!!! anybody with a hardback copy of the "New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" from 1987 w/Kings story The Doctors Case ,edited by Caroll and Graf.Does it state on the copyright page-"First printed .... or First published ...." etc.The seller says it has the price on the dustjacket but nothing stated on the copyright page.thx.

I do not have my USA copy any more, but my UK copy says "First published by... and no mention of later reprints.

[Heather19]

Thanks for the link gguthrie

[Mark]

So i was in Waterstones the other day and saw 'Salem's lot in hardback for £22.99. On the shelf next to it was 'Salem's lot for £8.99 paperback, so i'm wondering which one to get...

[Jean]

Mark, did you see our collectors' forums (Calvin's Corner (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/forumdisplay.php?f=9))? Maybe you would like this thread to be moved there? Or else, it can be merged with Reading Habits (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?t=395) in a couple of days.

[alinda]

Many years ago when I started buying books to read and have
filled shelves enough to say I have a library, I always purchaced
paperbacks, I was young and didnt have much money at the time.
I still have many of those books and love them dearly, however since
about 10 years ago, I typically only buy hardback books.
As I see it you should ask yourself, what sort of investment
your prepared to make , because as you rightly mentioned
the books are quite pricey. I know folk who use the library
for that very reason. What ever you decide....happy reading to you!

[Brice]

I say go for whatever is in your means and to your tastes. Personally I'm like Linda in that my preference is hardbacks. I do however also buy lots of used paperbacks though only because I read quite alot and I'll buy like 30-40 used paperbacks at a time. For me Stephen King I have to have in hardcover and I also buy many other hardcovers. My little library is somewhere over a thousand books with maybe half of those being hardcovers.

[jhanic]

I'm one of the "crazy" collectors. I much prefer hardbacks, but I do buy paperbacks for reading copies. I wore out two paperback copies of The Uncut Stand, though, before I finally got an inexpensive hardcover for a reading copy.

John

[Girlystevedave]

Over the years I've tried to get hardback copies of all my books because they look so damn good sitting on the shelf. But I love paperbacks too, because I can stuff it in my purse and carry it with me.

[Brice]

Get a bigger purse. ;)

[Girlystevedave]

Get a bigger purse. ;)


I guess I could carry a suitcase around:orely:

[Brice]

I know girls that carry purses that almost ARE suitcases. :lol:

[jayson]

a lot of my stuff is paperback mostly for financial reasons, but i have plenty of both. for reading's sake, i prefer hardback.

[Mark]

Jean- if you could do that, thanks.

Well, i like to read hardbacks aswell, that way, the cover doesn't fold when i lie down and read it, which is the position i do most of my reading. But i haven't got £22 and mum wouldn't give me that for a book, and i need to save what money i have for my trip to Berlin (And GTA IV...) I'd like to collect a whole authors collection in hardback someday though (other than Harry potter) and why not SK?

Although, Paperbacks are cheaper, and with no empty bookshelf handy, i could perhaps buy paperback until i get my bookshelf cleared...

I'll see what other people think then come to a conclusion.

[blackrose22]

Usually I buy paperbacks for handiness and mainly for the price. But since Wizard and Glass I've been buying Hardbacks as I couldn't wait for the paperback editions of the remaining DT books to come out. Hardbacks look a lot cooler on a shelf than paperbacks but also take a lot of space. I've also started to buy Hardbacks editions of old SK books that I've got on paperbacks. You can get some good bargains on eBay as I got both IT and The Stand last year both for less €20 including the postage and packaging. The Stand was an illustrated edition with some brilliant pics in it. OK these aren't the valuable first editions that you see collectors talking about but are still cool none the less. If you got the cash to spare go for the Hardback edition but which ever one you buy Salem's Lot is a great read.

[Mark]

Thanks Blackrose! I've decided upon the hardback, i'll persuade my Mum somehow, do some house work or something...

[Heather19]

I prefer to read paperbacks. There just so much easier to handle, however if it's a book I want to read and only hardcover is out, I'll pick that up which is the case with most of my King collection. I think I've got hardcovers for his stories since about '96 or so.

[jayson]

... however if it's a book I want to read and only hardcover is out, I'll pick that up which is the case with most of my King collection. I think I've got hardcovers for his stories since about '96 or so.

that's how i got most of the hardback king books i've got, impatience to wait to read new king.

[mia/susannah]

I am like most everyone else. I prefer hardbacks but I buy paperbacks as well. If you don't have the money for the hardbacks, which sometimes I don't, you can buy the paperback and then later on get the hardback copy.

[Daghain]

It's not so much the money issue to me as it is the storage space and readability. I prefer paperbacks for reading because they are more portable. I only have hardbacks of the Dark Tower series, and the what few other hardbacks I have are generally reference books of some sort. I put up an almost room length DVD shelf in my office, which holds a TON of paperbacks (they are almost the same size as DVDs width-and-height wise). I have two traditional shelves for hardbacks, non-fiction and reference books.

None of them are full yet but someday they probably will be. :lol:

[Erin]

Most of my Stephen King, Chuck Palahniuk and Neil Gaiman books are hard back and usually I perfer to buy hardbacks.

However, I often go to Half-Priced Books, and usually pick up a bunch of cheap paper backs when I'm there.

[Unfound One]

Conveniently, a majority of the time the books I want happen to be paperback.
I just find it more cost effective and they're so much easier to transport.
The few hardcover books I have are the Harry Potter books - I went to midnight releases for them.
I'm sure my DT books (or at least the last 3) would all be hardcover if I had known about the series back when they were being released...

[Sir_Boomme]

i don't read hardbacks... i only buy them
then put them in my bookcase so everyone can go WOOOO!

actually.... i buy one hardback and stick it the case for the wooo factor... and one hardback to read. then a UK version, a proof, a limited..... etc.:panic:

seriously...for reading, always hardback for all things king...
paperbacks pretty much for every other author.... unless i'm at a discount book store and find the hardback for cheap.... then i'll get it.

WARNING Mark, once you go hardback, you never come back.

[NeedfulKings]

I'm a hardback/paperback guy too. I buy the hardback for my bookshelf (and to read if I can't wait). I'll pick up a paperback somewhere along the way to read or re-read. They're handy and expenable.

I rarely read new releases, so my system seems to work.

Mark, if you're going to shell out the 22 quid, make sure you're getting a good first edition/first printing. It makes it all worth it.

[Patrick]

... Mark, if you're going to shell out the 22 quid, make sure you're getting a good first edition/first printing. It makes it all worth it.I agree completely. For new King books, I buy 1st/1st, although I have plenty of paperbacks from the days before I starting collecting. Other authors I'll go with whatever's on the shelf. Because of my commute, a lot of my reading copies (both King and others) these days are downloaded audiobooks from audible.com.

[Mark]

Hey, thanks everyone for your help, much appreciated. I've got a picture of the cover off waterstones.co.uk

http://www3.waterstones.com/wat/images/nbd/l/82/9780340921272.jpg

And the synopsis...

Synopsis

Upon its initial publication in 1975, "Salem's Lot", with its 'intended echoes of Dracula' was recognized as a landmark work. The novel has sold millions of copies in various editions. Now, with the addition of fifty pages of material deleted from the 1975 manuscript as well as material that has since been modified by King, an introduction by him, and two short stories related to the events of the novel, this edition represents the text as the author envisioned it. It also features lavishly creepy photographs by acclaimed photographer Jerry Uelsmann, printed interior endpapers, and a stunning page design.

[Girlystevedave]

Oh yeah, my sister bought this for me for Christmas. It does have some awesome illustrations in it.:thumbsup:

[Storyslinger]

Paperback if you want to read it. If your like me, any book I've ever owned in Hardback is ruined if I read it. My personal choice would be both, though. ;) Not much help, huh?

[turtlex]

Friends -

I recently purchased a Waste Lands art portfolio. It is still in it's original shrink wrap. Here are some details:

"Limited edition portfolio of 12 color plates, signed by the artist. Still in original shrinkwrap."
Author: DAMERON, Ned
Title: WASTE LAND PORTFOLIO; Illustrations from the Grant Bookseller Book

I was wondering if anyone had some advise as to how I should store these. Should I remove them from the shrink wrap? Should they be placed in individual sleeves of somekind? Should I get a box? Honestly, I have no clue how to preserve these.

Also, I paid about 50 dollars for this set. How did I do?

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.
Long Days,
turtlex

[carlosdetweiller]

Friends -

I recently purchased a Waste Lands art portfolio. It is still in it's original shrink wrap. Here are some details:

"Limited edition portfolio of 12 color plates, signed by the artist. Still in original shrinkwrap."
Author: DAMERON, Ned
Title: WASTE LAND PORTFOLIO; Illustrations from the Grant Bookseller Book

I was wondering if anyone had some advise as to how I should store these. Should I remove them from the shrink wrap? Should they be placed in individual sleeves of somekind? Should I get a box? Honestly, I have no clue how to preserve these.

Also, I paid about 50 dollars for this set. How did I do?



I don't think they need any special storage consideration. I took mine out of the shrinkwrap so that I could look at them. I have mine laying flat in a closet stacked with a bunch of other portfolios so that they don't get bent.

The Donald Grant website still has them for sale for a little less than you paid.

[Nerak]

We sell them for $30

[turtlex]

Bummer, looks like I paid too much. Drat.

Thanks for the advise.

Anyone have any other DT portfolios?

[Mark]

Stupid question but... Is a portfolio a collection of art work on like a big sheet? So if i were to buy the portfolio you bought, turtlex, i could take each picture out, and hang them up in my house?

[turtlex]

Stupid question but... Is a portfolio a collection of art work on like a big sheet? So if i were to buy the portfolio you bought, turtlex, i could take each picture out, and hang them up in my house?


Not a stupid question, no such thing. Not one sheet, no. There are 12 individual prints. You could definitely frame them and hang them separately. That would be cool.

[Randall Flagg]

I have two sets of the DT portfolio. One set was matted, framed and hung, the other I have stored.
I am going to fold this into the general Q&A thread with a 1 day redirect.

[jhanic]

My portfolio is still in the shrinkwrap. I have it stored in the mailer that my copy of The Stand portfolio came in--that mailer is pretty big and has plenty of extra room.

John

[Ari_Racing]

I'll probably buy another one soon (a regular one) to frame the illustrations.

[turtlex]

Friends -

Can you list any websites were DT art is available for purchase. I have two Michael Whelan prints, which I love.

I went to the Darrel Anderson site (www.braid.com/darktower/index.htm) but when I tried to purchase a print, I got a notice that the shop was closed (major bummer, I wanted a turtle print).

Does anyone know of any others.

Thanks very much in advance.

[LadyHitchhiker]

I've noticed that some of his books are getting harder and harder to get a hold of new copies of. Why is this? Don't these publishers know they need to keep reprinting books because we keep wearing them out?

Just didn't know if anyone knew about a big reissuing for certain books like Misery, The Stand, Insomnia, etc., was coming up...

Perhaps this should go in SK news... but sometimes i get lost here.

[Daghain]

Are you talking hardcover or paperback? Because I've seen just about the entire King collection in paperback in my local Barnes & Noble.

EBay is also a great place to look for secondhand books.

[ATG]

When all the hullabaloo dies down over his soldier comments all the Dittoheads will need to rebuy the books they've burnt.

[Daghain]

I'm still waiting for the mass selling of the first editions - my "stimulus check" can CERTAINLY go for that. :lol:

[Brice]

Oh, I'm just hoping they're SO disgusted with him that they'll just want to give them away rather than taint their house with them. :)


*runs to register at every site they're talking about it*

[Matt]

I really think we should begin a campaign to collect those horrible books for the better of humanity.

...then we can keep the books.

[Brice]

Oh, I was just gonna' burn them for all those good folk. ;) Honest, I was.

[MrsSmeej]

Are you looking for volunteers for the collection site? :) I would like to be added to that list please.

:ninja: It just occurred to me... Shouldn't we have a code word so that Mr. Sheppard's supporters don't catch on to the plan? :ninja:

[MrsSmeej]

Ohhhh! Thank you, thank you, thank you... I have my avatar. Matt, consider yourself cyber-smooched. So much for taking your time though... What was that, .03 seconds?

[Brice]

Yes, the code word is meek...a word people like him (literate or not) don't seem to be highly acquainted with. :)

[Matt]

We should seriously do this you guys, it would one hell of a publicity stunt.

Obviously the only reason not too is so it will be forgotten and blow over which is hopefully what will happen.

If it blows up further...

[MrsSmeej]

... the only reason not too is so it will be forgotten and blow over which is hopefully what will happen.

If it blows up further...

Can I hear an Amen?

[alinda]

Are you guys being serious? How on Earth would we
put a plan like that in motion? Attention all SK haters,
please do not burn the copies of his books...bring them
(or send them) to us...we'll have a really HUGE buggering fire
and show him what we think!! (books can be sent to Vegas
in time for the gathering ) and rather than destroy them, we
could dispence them to members here in a giveaway?

[Brice]

:evil: :evil: :evil:

[alinda]

Hey......

[MrsSmeej]

:pirate: With apologies to Jimmy Buffet;

"Yes I am a pirate.
Two hundred years too late.
But the bloggers all bluster and they're starting to muster,
all those over zealous speakers of hate
They're massed at the gate.
Will they take the bait?"

[alinda]

:clap:
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/thumbs/purplepiratebannerone_to_use.jpg
That ended up too small, it is my pirate banner.

[Brice]

Hey......

Hey :couple:

[Matt]

Are you guys being serious? How on Earth would we
put a plan like that in motion? Attention all SK haters,
please do not burn the copies of his books...bring them
(or send them) to us...we'll have a really HUGE buggering fire
and show him what we think!! (books can be sent to Vegas
in time for the gathering ) and rather than destroy them, we
could dispence them to members here in a giveaway?

Its an interesting idea to be sure. But I believe we would have to be honest in the fact that we would simply keep the books.

Perhaps send them to soldiers with a note about what really happened and how King really feels.

But I assume this will be gone in the next couple of days so its probably not something we need to mess with.

[alinda]

Matt, thats why your the boss here.
I loved your send them to the soldiers idea.
I hope your right about the blow over.

[MrsSmeej]

What a lovely idea Matt. I'm with Alinda on the passing of the storm... Let's all hope 'tis but a tempest in a teapot.

[LadyHitchhiker]

I just want some new paperbacks because sometimes my pbs wear out and the hardcovers unfortunately my cats eat... :(

[alinda]

I'd recommend e-bay for paperbacks, and
bookshelves with glass doors on them.

[LadyHitchhiker]

Yeah but last time I used amazon someone got a hold of my card numbers and stole $500 bucks from us..

[alinda]

Of course you could simply tell me what books
you still do not have and I could maybe send you them ;)

[LadyHitchhiker]

You're a sweetie.... *huggles*

[fcsaunders]

Hi all. I was an avid King collector in the 80s and am now forced to sell off my collection. I've been selling on ebay, where I generally think some items are going below value, but that's another story. I have the above stories from the original Startling Mystery Stories and they are in mint condition. I'm saving them for last, but having a hard time decideding on a fair sales price since there are so many listings and those that I see are all over the board. Any suggestions?

Fran

[Randall Flagg]

I am going to merge this into the general Q&A thread in the Collectors area of Calvin's Corner.

[Randall Flagg]

You could post vthm for sale at at DTbay, but you still have to decide on pricing.
Prices (from a sellers standpoint) are very soft right now. A seller has to decide if they are willing to accept these low prices, or sit on the item.

[fcsaunders]

Thanks, Randall. I may give it a try, but then hold if the item doesn't fly as high as I think it should. Appreciate your advice.

Fran

[Patrick]

Good luck, Fran. Sorry you have to sell your collection.

Please stick around though, all King fans are welcome, collector, former collector, future collector, non-collector, whatever.

[fcsaunders]

Thank you. I may be selling my collection, but not my love of all things King.

Fran

[Patrick]

... I may be selling my collection, but not my love of all things King...
:thumbsup: