Joyland-Collecting Discussion

[Randall Flagg]

Evidently King is writing a novel titled "Joyland" that is about an amusement-park serial killer.
No word yet if a specialty press and/or signed limited is in the works.

[Ben Mears]

Evidently King is writing a novel titled "Joyland" that is about an amusement-park serial killer.
No word yet if a specialty press and/or signed limited is in the works.

Now this sounds interesting.

[Shannon]

The first question that comes to mind is whether or not this is a serial killer in one specific amusement park (which is my guess) or a serial killer that hunts only in amusement parks.

[Randall Flagg]

The first question that comes to mind is whether or not this is a serial killer in one specific amusement park (which is my guess) or a serial killer that hunts only in amusement parks.
You knave, the first question is-are there going to be Signed Limited editions, and if so who is doing it, and how do I get to the front of the queue?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I'd guess the first option of a "resident" serial killer in an ammusement park.

Edit:
are there going to be Signed Limited editions, and if so who is doing it, and how do I get to the front of the queue?

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Evidently King is writing a novel titled "Joyland" that is about an amusement-park serial killer.
No word yet if a specialty press and/or signed limited is in the works.

Now this sounds interesting.

I wonder if the killer uses the rides as the weapon? Ever seen the movie Mr. Bean? That virtual coaster shook Bean up pretty bad....haha.


www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzOSeWOKQjs

[Tito_Villa]

Brilliant film!

[skyofcrack]

an amusement-park serial killer.

This makes me think about both The Funhouse and Rollercoaster.

I hope SK doesn't abandon the project like he did with The Plant because of possible similarities.

[Ben Mears]

Funland by Richard Laymon had a similar concept so I am curious to see how SK approcahes the story.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Funland by Richard Laymon had a similar concept so I am curious to see how SK approcahes the story.



an amusement-park serial killer.

This makes me think about both The Funhouse and Rollercoaster.

I hope SK doesn't abandon the project like he did with The Plant because of possible similarities.

I read Laymon's Funland and I think you may be right about King abandoning it.

[Rahfa]

The premise doesn't inspire me or anything....but I wouldn't be worried about SK finding a unique take on the subject matter.

'The Shining' wasn't the first haunted house story, after all...haha...

[Ben Staad]

The first question that comes to mind is whether or not this is a serial killer in one specific amusement park (which is my guess) or a serial killer that hunts only in amusement parks.

I'm guessing that this will be a bit like "The Phantom of the Opera" or "Quasimodo". Just a guess though...To answer the question I think this will be a small press run like BB.

[skyofcrack]

I wouldn't be worried about SK finding a unique take on the subject matter.

I enjoyed The Plant and wished he finished it. I think he could probably tackle any similar story with his slant on it. He most likely has drawers full of abandoned projects and stories that were too similar to something else. We're lucky to get as much as we do from SK.

[Darkday]

Reminds me of King's short story fragment Skybar.

[Shannon]

I was thinking about this the other day ... Back in the day, the first editions came out and then SOMETIMES, years later, a special edition/signed limited came out. Now, it seems that every book is released as a signed limited.

:(

[skyofcrack]

I was thinking about this the other day ... Back in the day, the first editions came out and then SOMETIMES, years later, a special edition/signed limited came out. Now, it seems that every book is released as a signed limited.

Most of SK's limiteds came out along with the 1st's starting with Firestarter. I think The Stand was the first special S/L that came out years after the 1st but it was based on the longer version. So, maybe the Illustrated 'Salem's Lot Edition or the Easton Dead Zone.

[Randall Flagg]

When in doubt, check the Catalog (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Complete+list+of+Stephen+King+S igned+Limiteds):

1980 Firestarter 26+725= 751
1981 Cujo 750 + 26 = 776
1981 Danse Macabre 15+250= 265
1982 Dark Tower I Gunslinger 500 + 35 + 87 (publisher/presentation/author/artist)= 622
1982-85 The Plant 26 + 200 x 3 years = 678 (NOT including proof copies)
1982 Fear Itself 225
1982 Dark Tower I Gunslinger audio book 800
1982 Whispers - 26+350=376
1983 Christine 26 + 1,000 = 1,026
1983 Frankenstein 500 + 26 = 526
1984 Eyes Of the Dragon 52+250+1,000=1,302. (SKC states an AE as indeterminate but <10) =1,303-1,312
1984 The Talisman 1200+70 AE's=1,270 (SKC lists the following: 30 AC's, lettered-indeterminate, 70 AE's, 5 designer, 1,200 #'d)
1985 Cycle of the Werewolf -350 (20 publishers copies)+(8 presentation copies)= 378
1985 Cycle of the Werewolf portfolio 350
1985 Skeleton Crew 70+1,000+ 1 (skin cover)=1,071(SKC lists 17 PC's, 52 lettered, 1,000 #'d, 1 skin=1,070)
1987 Dark Tower II 850+ 35 = 885
1987 Dark Tower II Audio book 800
1987 The Ideal, Genuine Man-500

[RichardX]

I wonder if King is getting fed up with the signed editions. He doesn't appear to enjoy that aspect of the process or the book signings. And with the recent screw ups from S&S the whole process left as many people frustrated as grateful to get a signed copy. I'm guessing it is also a terrific headache for everyone. And the ebay reselling appears to be a touchy point with him and Ms Mod. I enjoy getting a signed book as much as anyone, but it sometimes seems like acquiring these books has become its own objective. I can't imagine that pleases SK too much. It's part of his new release routine, but I wouldn't be shocked if he stops doing it. He certainly doesn't need the extra money.

[skyofcrack]

I would rather there were fewer of them but I hate the ones that are really expensive like $1000 or more because they'll only get more expensive after being released.

[Brice]

I don't really think he minds them as much as he lets us think. If he did I really doubt they'd happen.

[Merlin1958]

I don't really think he minds them as much as he lets us think. If he did I really doubt they'd happen.

I agree. As a writer I would imagine that having your work treated in the most favorable of production's has gotta mean something to him.

[frik]

As a writer I would imagine that having your work treated in the most favorable of production's has gotta mean something to him.

Still waiting for that Shining (Centipede) limited, though! Guess it'll never happen.

sk

[Brice]

yeah, I don't really think that'll happen unfortunately.

[Merlin1958]

As a writer I would imagine that having your work treated in the most favorable of production's has gotta mean something to him.

Still waiting for that Shining (Centipede) limited, though! Guess it'll never happen.

sk

Well, if you have a signed copy of "The Shining", you can make your own S/L so to speak. I believe there are still a couple of these available!!!


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

[harrison ryan]

Here is our mock-up of the cover for the catalog in case anyone missed it:

http://i558.photobucket.com/albums/ss27/starkoryan81/Joyland_mockup.jpg

[Pasiuk57]

The cover looks pretty good!

[herbertwest]

That's nice!
I am not keen of the type (is it the usual one for King in the USA? dont think so), and i doubt that they'll put THE GUNSLINGER but.. otherwise, it is a VERY GOOD cover!

I personnally would quite like see this artwork as the official cover :


http://www.leblogdebango.fr/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/evil-circus-mariano-villalba-04.jpg

[herbertwest]

That's nice!
I am not keen of the type (is it the usual one for King in the USA? dont think so), and i doubt that they'll put THE GUNSLINGER but.. otherwise, it is a VERY GOOD cover!

I personnally would quite like see this artwork as the official cover :


http://www.leblogdebango.fr/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/evil-circus-mariano-villalba-04.jpg

[Patrick]

Evidently King is writing a novel titled "Joyland" that is about an amusement-park serial killer.
No word yet if a specialty press and/or signed limited is in the works.

The first thing that came to mind was that this sounds like an episode of Scooby Doo. Crazy antics and hilarity ensue.



I hope to heaven that any signed limited edition is handled by an independent publisher who knows what they are doing and let the big publishers stick to the mass markets.

[Brice]

@ Patrick for the Scooby Doo idea: :rofl:

My first thought was that amusement parks need at least one clown. It'd be nice to see a cameo by a certain clown.

[Merlin1958]

@ Patrick for the Scooby Doo idea: :rofl:

My first thought was that amusement parks need at least one clown. It'd be nice to see a cameo by a certain clown.

He does seem to be integrating this kind of thing here and there lately, right? Good call, Brice!!!

[Clacke]

Joyland to be published under the Hard Case Crime imprint in June 2013:

http://www.thebookseller.com/news/new-stephen-king-novel-hard-case-crime.html


A new novel by Stephen King, Joyland, is to be published by Titan Books imprint Hard Case Crime in June 2013.

The book will be released as a paperback first, with e-book to follow at a later date. King said: "I loved the paperbacks I grew up with as a kid, and for that reason, we're going to hold off on e-publishing this one for the time being. Joyland will be coming out in paperback, and folks who want to read it will have to buy the actual book."

The title, set in a small-town North Carolina amusement park in 1973, tells the story of the summer in which college student Devin Jones comes to work as a carny and confronts the legacy of a vicious murder, the fate of a dying child, and the ways both will change his life forever.

Hard Case Crime editor Charles Ardai bought world rights in the title, with King's novel The Colorado Kid previously released under the imprint. The deal does not affect King's relationship with his usual UK publisher, Hodder.

Ardai said: "Joyland is a breathtaking, beautiful, heartbreaking book. It's a whodunit, it's a carny novel, it's a story about growing up and growing old, and about those who don't get to do either because death comes for them before their time.

"Even the most hardboiled readers will find themselves moved. When I finished it, I sent a note saying: 'Goddamn it, Steve, you made me cry.'"

[herbertwest]

Cant wait!

http://www.hardcasecrime.com/books_bios.cgi?title=Joyland

[Randall Flagg]

I wonder if there will be a S/L?

[CRinVA]

Well the last Hard Case Crime novel, the Colorado Kid had a set of S/L come out after teh original paperback release! Just thinking!!!!

[biomieg]

What Bob says. I'm looking forward to it, it sounds like a GREAT story.

[Cloysterpete]

I wonder if there will be a S/L?

There has to be, with it being a paperback 1st edition someone is bound to snap up the rights for a hardcover, hopefully not JUST a s/l that would suck big time.

With this coming June next year when is Dr Sleep due?, this year or next?.

[becca69]

With this coming June next year when is Dr Sleep due?, this year or next?.

I ordered Dr. Sleep thru Cemetery Dance with slipcase and it states a 2013 date.

[bdwyer19]

I wonder if there will be a S/L?

There has to be, with it being a paperback 1st edition someone is bound to snap up the rights for a hardcover, hopefully not JUST a s/l that would suck big time.

With this coming June next year when is Dr Sleep due?, this year or next?.

Ms. Mod on stephenking.com had reported a few weeks back that it was delayed until 2013.

[Roseannebarr]

Well the last Hard Case Crime novel, the Colorado Kid had a set of S/L come out after teh original paperback release! Just thinking!!!!

I hope it comes out with 5 different covers, 3 variants and a fake signature. Those are my favorite. :emot-roflolmao:

[jhanic]

I wonder if there will be a S/L?

There has to be, with it being a paperback 1st edition someone is bound to snap up the rights for a hardcover, hopefully not JUST a s/l that would suck big time.

With this coming June next year when is Dr Sleep due?, this year or next?.

Ms. Mod on stephenking.com had reported a few weeks back that it was delayed until 2013.

Initially, Ms Mod said that Doctor Sleep would be out in January, 2013. This was later "pushed back" to sometime in 2013. I'm still hoping for January, but who knows?

I am looking forward to Joyland, though. It sounds intriguing.

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I will buy it because it is not published by Scribner.

[Randall Flagg]

Hard Case got King to do the Fifty to One S/L. Could be Subterranean, Could be PS Publishing, could be 秘密

[herbertwest]

I think that in the catalog it should be specified that this is not the actual bookcover...

[Randall Flagg]

I think that in the catalog it should be specified that this is not the actual bookcover...
Spoilsport!

I noted on the image itself that it is a mockup.

[Merlin1958]

While I am eager for the story, the fact that Hard Case is doing it doesn't really entice me as regards a "Collectible". Don't get me wrong they did a nice job with TCK, but it just wasn't......my cup of tea? No, WOW factor I guess. I'll of course buy it though!!!

[biomieg]

I just read this again:


A new novel by Stephen King, Joyland, is to be published by Titan Books imprint Hard Case Crime in June 2013.

The book will be released as a paperback first, with e-book to follow at a later date. King said: "I loved the paperbacks I grew up with as a kid, and for that reason, we're going to hold off on e-publishing this one for the time being. Joyland will be coming out in paperback, and folks who want to read it will have to buy the actual book."

The title, set in a small-town North Carolina amusement park in 1973, tells the story of the summer in which college student Devin Jones comes to work as a carny and confronts the legacy of a vicious murder, the fate of a dying child, and the ways both will change his life forever.

Hard Case Crime editor Charles Ardai bought world rights in the title, with King's novel The Colorado Kid previously released under the imprint. The deal does not affect King's relationship with his usual UK publisher, Hodder.

Ardai said: "Joyland is a breathtaking, beautiful, heartbreaking book. It's a whodunit, it's a carny novel, it's a story about growing up and growing old, and about those who don't get to do either because death comes for them before their time.

"Even the most hardboiled readers will find themselves moved. When I finished it, I sent a note saying: 'Goddamn it, Steve, you made me cry.'"

... and I don't want to wait, dammit! I want Uncle Stevie to make me cry, too :)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

... and I don't want to wait, dammit! I want Uncle Stevie to make me cry, too :)

so, he kicks you in the bollocks?

[Brice]

:rofl:

[needfulthings]

SERIOUSLY? DEVIN JONES.
http://imageshack.us/a/img62/65/img740.jpg

[biomieg]

I suppose I had that coming :) but I'm really looking forward to reading the book!

[Bev Vincent]

http://img2-3.timeinc.net/ew/i/2012/09/19/Joyland_510x816.jpg

[carlosdetweiller]

I like that green dress!

[CRinVA]

Offsets that Red Hair nicely! ;-)

[Bev Vincent]

I like that green dress!
Offsets that Red Hair nicely! ;-)

http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-prn1/41801_165908343120_8058956_n.jpg

[Merlin1958]

I like that green dress!
Offsets that Red Hair nicely! ;-)

http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-prn1/41801_165908343120_8058956_n.jpg

Show-off!!!!

:lol1:

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I like that green dress!

Just your size as well :)

[sgc1999]

http://img2-3.timeinc.net/ew/i/2012/09/19/Joyland_510x816.jpg

This should be moved to the melons thread:)

[Patrick]

:lol:


Great cover art!

[Randall Flagg]

There doesn't seem to be a lot of enthusiasm for this book.

[jhanic]

I give it a 7 out of 10. If you liked the story of Jake and Sadie in 11/22/63, you'll probably like this one. It has the same "flavor". Very little supernatural stuff.

John

[biomieg]

I am actually really looking forward to it for some reason. I don't know, I just have a gut feeling that I'm really going to like this one. If anyone has a lead on a proof, I'd be happy to get that as well.

[Merlin1958]

I am actually really looking forward to it for some reason. I don't know, I just have a gut feeling that I'm really going to like this one. If anyone has a lead on a proof, I'd be happy to get that as well.


Ditto!!!

[Bryant Burnette]

There doesn't seem to be a lot of enthusiasm for this book.

It does seem that way. It's being completely overshadowed by Doctor Sleep, which is obviously going to be a juggernaut and get tons of attention. I'm stoked for both. And for Ghost Brothers of Darkland County, for that matter.

[jhanic]

When you consider Joyland from a collector's point of view, there really isn't much there--the ARC and the paperback. I don't know of any other editions being planned.

John

[you ever seen a ghost?]

i'm over halfway through with it. i've got way too much going on in my life though. i'm lucky if i get to do any reading at all some days.

-justin

[Bryant Burnette]

When you consider Joyland from a collector's point of view, there really isn't much there--the ARC and the paperback. I don't know of any other editions being planned.

John

Well, there's the audiobook...

[mistercrowley]

Ill read it but I'm not all that excited

[Jimimck]

I feel like punching myself in the face for saying this, but a story about a serial killer, a theme park, and not much supernatural stuff going on? Didn't Dean Koontz already write this?

[mae]

Very eagerly awaiting this, but hoping for an announcement of a hardcover edition.

[Cook]

I feel like punching myself in the face for saying this, but a story about a serial killer, a theme park, and not much supernatural stuff going on? Didn't Dean Koontz already write this?

Yep

[herbertwest]

Very eagerly awaiting this, but hoping for an announcement of a hardcover edition.

I wouldnt be surprised if CD was to do one :)

[Dan]

Brian already said they weren't.

[mae]

PS Publishing maybe, to match The Colorado Kid?

[ELazansky]

Overlook Connection is doing a library bound hardcover with Chadbourne remarques - http://www.overlookconnection.com/catalog/joyland-remarque-signed-edition-p-7570.html

[mae]

Meh. I'm talking about an actual hardcover. PSP did a great edition of The Colorado Kid, so I'm hoping for a companion. Hard Case also publishes hardcover editions now too, so maybe a bit down the road...

[herbertwest]

Brian already said they weren't.

Missed that. THanks for the headsup.

[ChristineB]

The Overlook Connection book... did I miss something or is there no indication of how many of these they are doing?

[Roseannebarr]

Joyland Remarque & Signed Edition Joyland Remarque & Signed Edition It is part of their chadbourne series. which i cant afford.
$180.00

[jhanic]

I don't consider that an "officially" printed edition. I could be wrong on this, but $180 for what is essentially a 286-page paperback seems excessive, even with Glenn's remarque and print.

John

[biomieg]

Well said, John.

[Randall Flagg]

I don't consider that an "officially" printed edition. I could be wrong on this, but $180 for what is essentially a 286-page paperback seems excessive, even with Glenn's remarque and print.

John
+1

[Merlin1958]

The Overlook Connection book... did I miss something or is there no indication of how many of these they are doing?

You know, I have always been a big supporter of the OC, but for the past few years their focus seems to be on only the current items they are selling. A few years ago I ordered Slipcases for my HC comics (w/remarques) and they never came and I had to get a refund. I really hate to say it. Dave is a really cool guy, but I will not patronize his site again. Real shame.

[WeDealInLead]

It'd be nice if PS did a limited/GE edition to match The Colorado Kid.

[jhanic]

My only objection to this is that, with at least two other signed limiteds coming out this year, money is getting short!

John

[Merlin1958]

My only objection to this is that, with at least two other signed limiteds coming out this year, money is getting short!

John

I hear ya, Brother!!!

[biomieg]

Go here (quickly!) to pre-order your hardcover edition of Joyland:

http://titanbooks.com/blog/limited-editions-now-available/

*edit: direct pre-order link: http://forbiddenplanet.com/picks/stephen-king-joyland/

Trade hardcover, signed/numbered, signed/lettered. Great prices!! I pre-ordered the signed/numbered edition (at this price, why wouldn't I?).

http://dyn4.media.titanbooks.com/filebrowser/joylandbanner.jpg.size-525_maxheight-346.jpg


*edit: I think the lettered copies are gone.

[ELazansky]

$75 for a SIGNED limited edition? How can anyone pass that up?

[Randall Flagg]

Thanks Michael. I see the lettered is sold out. I am guessing that was a presale.

[jhanic]

I ordered a signed limited and an unsigned copy. The lettered editions were sold out.

John

[The Library Policeman]

Thanks for the info Michael. Grabbed a S/L.

[jhanic]

Just a note--my confirmation email ended up in my spam folder.

John

[mistercrowley]

Ordered

[ELazansky]

I didn't get a confirmation email yet - I hate when that happens - I assume it went through since I got the Thank You page after I ordered

[The Library Policeman]

Is 2013 a record for S/L releases? There is smoke coming off my credit card. :(

[becca69]

$75 for a SIGNED limited edition? How can anyone pass that up?

Damn all these limiteds!

I did a conversion and I came up with $86 for the limited. Was the price £55.99?

[CRinVA]

Becca that is what I figured. I ordered a S/L - had issues with teh web site but was persistent. I had to get this as I had to pass on teh S/Ls of Dr Sleep and The SHining.

:-)

Still do not know ho much shipping will be though!

[biomieg]

Thanks Michael. I see the lettered is sold out. I am guessing that was a presale.

Evilash grabbed #26, so I'm guessing they were available for pre-order like the numbered and trade editions.


Damn all these limiteds!

I did a conversion and I came up with $86 for the limited. Was the price £55.99?

Yep, £55.99.

[Ben Staad]

Had to pass but I'm excited for this.

[Randall Flagg]

Just a note--my confirmation email ended up in my spam folder.

John
Same here.

[Ben Mears]

Cover art not very appealing; would be better without the figure in foreground.

[TwistedNadine]

If you change the region on the upper right hand corner you get the US prices - $75 for the SL and $40 for the unsigned. No mention of shipping cost tho. My confirmation email has the order in British Pounds, tho.

Thanks Michael for the link!



$75 for a SIGNED limited edition? How can anyone pass that up?

Damn all these limiteds!

I did a conversion and I came up with $86 for the limited. Was the price £55.99?

[The Library Policeman]

Yeah I think they only include the shipping costs within the UK? They included mine.

[biomieg]

They included mine as well - from the UK to the Netherlands is £18 (a bit on the high side if you ask me, but...)

[The Library Policeman]

They included mine as well - from the UK to the Netherlands is £18 (a bit on the high side if you ask me, but...)

Jeez that is steep, Michael.

£5.50 within the UK.

[TwistedNadine]

We in the US maybe looking at $40 for shipping?

[The Library Policeman]

I would think so TN. Small book too :(

[Tito_Villa]

Bloody Royal Mail have just increased their postage prices again!

[east-tennessee]

I ordered a signed and unsigned, got email confirmation quickly....:biggrin:

Thanks for the link Michael.....

Brian.

[Ari_Racing]

Ordered...some :)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I only managed to get 3 Lettered editions before they sold out.

[Lauterer]

Wooooow. Wonderful link and really cheap signed edition. The lettered edition for just 150P would habve been nice...

What a good day, thanks! Ordered the s/l! WIll be out today i think!

[Ari_Racing]

I only managed to get 3 Lettered editions before they sold out.

How lucky! I missed it for minutes!

[Lauterer]

I only managed to get 3 Lettered editions before they sold out.


If you want to only have two, then just PM me...!PLEEEAASE!

[Stockerlone]

Ordered..... but then i become an info that there is a ´problem´ ....:confused:



Just see....

POST NR. 3000

[Ari_Racing]

Which problem?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Which problem?

They want him to pay!

[Ari_Racing]

LOL!

Do we know if you're charged now or later?

Because for my orders (yes...plural) I didn't get a S/H cost yet.

[Stockerlone]

Which problem?

something like.... processing error.......:pullhair:

[Ari_Racing]

I can confirm the payments are not charged yet, but on the moment of dispatch.

[becca69]

If you change the region on the upper right hand corner you get the US prices - $75 for the SL and $40 for the unsigned. No mention of shipping cost tho. My confirmation email has the order in British Pounds, tho.

Thanks Michael for the link!



$75 for a SIGNED limited edition? How can anyone pass that up?

Damn all these limiteds!

I did a conversion and I came up with $86 for the limited. Was the price £55.99?

I ordered it but did not see where you could change the region. Hope that doesn't matter. My receipt is in pounds.

[mistercrowley]

Sold out

[The Library Policeman]

LOL!

Do we know if you're charged now or later?

Because for my orders (yes...plural) I didn't get a S/H cost yet.

Charged upon shipment, Ari.

[Ari_Racing]

something like.... processing error.......

The same happened to me and when I tried again it worked.

[TwistedNadine]

My receipt was in pounds too even tho I changed the region.

[becca69]

Hmmm, I went back to the site to see what was sold out and I got a message only 1 order and selection per household. Wonder if that means multiple copies will be cancelled. I only ordered the S/L.

[barlow]

I ordered 2 numbered and a trade. I'm glad they charge when it ships. that at least pushes it back a month!

[Ari_Racing]

S/L is sold out

[barlow]

I'm not being greedy with the 2 numbered copies one of my best friends and fellow collectors is having knee surgery this morning, he probably won't know about it until they are all gone. So I ordered him one. Hopefully they won't limit it to one copy per person after the fact and cancel the order.

[mistercrowley]

I didn't see where it was limited to one

[shaq]

For crying out loud!!! Missed another one!

If anyone has a spare on the signed numbered please pm me.

Cheers Dave

[becca69]

I didn't see where it was limited to one

I got some order page and it said only one per household but it hasn't popped up again. IDK what happened. I had already gotten my order in this morning.

[mae]

I knew this day would come! And on the same day we learn that 24 is coming back! Paperback happily cancelled!

[mistercrowley]

Good I'm glad your order went through ok. Thanks biomeg for the link. I'm very excited for this

[jhanic]

I agree! Thanks, Michaël.

John

[cit74]

just saw this (little early on west coast) - already sold out. If anyone got an extra s/l and would sell me one please let me know.

[ELazansky]

When I saw Michael's message this morning, I ordered it direct from the Titan Books website. It said my order had gone through, but never got an email. So I emailed Titan Books and got an immediate response saying that if the email wasn't sent out, then the order did not go through. She asked if I had ordered from the Forbidden Planet website. I told her no, so she had me place my order again through there. Got my confirmation. Good thing, since it is now Sold Out. Big shout out to Michael for the early update!

[shaq]

I just rang Titan and asked if there were separate orders on there site as opposed to forbidden planet (the site it links to).

And was confirmed there was still the unsigned limited available and should get that as it is the same book...NO it isn't its missing the bloody signature.

I said I collected kings signature and was told they'll soon show up on eBay!!

You got to laugh!

[carbinworld]

Damn! I missed the signed! If anyone wants to let one go, please let me know :)

[carlosdetweiller]

Way too late for the lettered. Probably got one of the last signed/numbered copies. After placing my order I went back to order a second copy but they were sold out. Think I got in just under the wire. Thanks Michael.

[barlow]

I didn't see where it was limited to one

I didn't either, and I looked. If that is the case I hope they adjust my order instead of cancelling it, I just sent them an email to them asking they do this if they have to. I don't want to miss out for trying to be a good friend!

Ken

[shaq]

Just checked with Forbidden Planet and it is pure ordering online too. Missed a trick.

Congrats to all that got them.

[biomieg]

FWIW, I did get a confirmation e-mail. I seem to have placed my order right before the Big Wave hit their website (I was too late for the lettered though but I would have definitely ordered it - great price compared to other recent lettered editions!)

*edit: and thanks for the kudos, guys. Credit goes to Lilja, however, for posting the link in The Oracle. I merely posted it where the collectors dwell.

[sgc1999]

suck fest! missed out. anyone get 2? :)

[RC65]

I got a numbered; too late for the lettered. Just as well, though, since we have that CD announcement tomorrow, and I might still need a few extra pennies.

[Kingfan24]

Willing to pay immediately for any extra S/L copies

[killbourne]

Need one myself if anyone is willing.

[Patrick]

Just got word, but I totally missed out. Damn. If anyone gets an S/L they'd be willing to part with...

[Bev Vincent]

According to Ms. Mod: "Signed copies are sold out in the UK (which had about 1/3rd of the total copies); they aren’t sold out yet in the U.S., but Titan expects they probably will be by the end of the day."

[Patrick]

According to Ms. Mod: "Signed copies are sold out in the UK (which had about 1/3rd of the total copies); they aren’t sold out yet in the U.S., but Titan expects they probably will be by the end of the day."

The Titan site flips over to the Forbidden site when trying to order. The Forbidden site says sold out. I'm confused by Ms. Mod's statement.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

According to Ms. Mod: "Signed copies are sold out in the UK (which had about 1/3rd of the total copies); they aren’t sold out yet in the U.S., but Titan expects they probably will be by the end of the day."

Thanks Bev. Just ordered another 2 Lettered editions from the USA site.

[Brian James Freeman]

Charles Ardai gave me some great information about a few of the decisions they made for their edition, especially the pricing, which I thought was really interesting:

"Titan was conscious of the fact that your highest-priced limiteds often have more bells and whistles than ours will... We wouldn't want anyone to look at our (extremely handsome, but not as fancy) edition and complain that they got less for their money than they get from you or Subterranean. This way, that shouldn't happen."

I happen to think their editions are going to extremely nice editions, so this is a great deal.

Brian

[cit74]

the US site does say only 1 item per household and 1 version - so not sure how they will update the books - and when they actually sold out. However, the live person said the credit cards will be charged on thursday - so you should see something thurs/fri - and know what you got.

[mistercrowley]

We can order one of each?

[Randall Flagg]

According to Ms. Mod: "Signed copies are sold out in the UK (which had about 1/3rd of the total copies); they aren’t sold out yet in the U.S., but Titan expects they probably will be by the end of the day."

Thanks Bev. Just ordered another 2 Lettered editions from the USA site.
I need more friends. I only got 6 of each :FU:

[cit74]

We can order one of each?

From the person I spoke with it sounded like only ONE book per household - so i imagine these will all be sorted out at some point - unless you know someone living in another household...

[Randall Flagg]

We can order one of each?

From the person I spoke with it sounded like only ONE book per household - so i imagine these will all be sorted out at some point - unless you know someone living in another household...
I know 5 others.....

[Randall Flagg]

BTW, before anyone starts bitching, I was kidding....

[cit74]

by my math - we have ordered over 50 lettered editions - that's not including the 5 from RF...I mean 6

[frik]

So, where's this US website? Whenever I try to order a limited, I end up in the UK (Forbidden Planet).

sk

[biomieg]

Click 'region' on the upper right of the website.

[cit74]

here is the quick and dirty (not to mention spooky and shady) link:

https://www.nsfsmagazine.com/secure/Stephen-King-Joyland/Book.html

[becca69]

Info is a bit confusing. I wonder if they meant one book or one of each edition??

[biomieg]

I also ordered a lettered edition via the US website, got no confirmation e-mail yet. We'll see. It would be a nice bonus!

[mistercrowley]

Just got off the phone with a rep. I ordered the lettered but she stated they are in fact sold out but I was able to get the s/l

[surly]

WTF?
When the hell did this happen? Just checking in on my lunch and I completely missed it!?!
Ebay here i come - unless someone bought more than one signed numbered and they're looking to hook me up???

[frik]

Click 'region' on the upper right of the website.

Oops - Thank You, Michaël!

sk

[shaq]

Mine was accepted and confirmed, If a minor miracle occurs and I get two as ordered lettered and numbered (1 of each), I'll let you guys know and will put the numbered up for grabs at cost here.

Thanks for letting me know that was very very much appreciated.

[carlosdetweiller]

I also ordered a lettered edition via the US website, got no confirmation e-mail yet. We'll see. It would be a nice bonus!

I just ordered a lettered too from the US site. Fingers crossed.

[elscorcho526]

"Thank you for your below order. Unfortunately, the $200 signed limited edition in the Traycase is SOLD OUT! Please reply to this email if you would like us to continue with the $75.00 numbered limited edition as this is also limited and will be soon sold out.

We appreciate your understanding.

Sincerely,
Processing department"

Just replied.

[shaq]

Did that come much longer after the original confirmation?

Cheers

[jhanic]

I also ordered a lettered edition via the US website, got no confirmation e-mail yet. We'll see. It would be a nice bonus!

I just ordered a lettered too from the US site. Fingers crossed.

As did I. We'll see.

John

[wizardsrainbow]

Got email from US site saying Lettered sold out and to reply to the email if wanted the S/L instead. I did...fingers crossed

[elscorcho526]

Never received original confirmation. Feel lucky to have even been given this opportunity!

[Patrick]

Thank you for pointing me in the right direction, you three who sent me messages! I appear to have been able to secure an S/L copy as I just received the confirmation email.

It didn't even occur to me to try for a Lettered (although the price was right) becuase I always expect those to be sold out already.

Thanks again!

[shaq]

Are people receiving a your order has been accepted and card processed before this email saying do you want the numbered?

Trying to work out if mine is genuine acceptance or standard confirmation

[surly]

I'm totally stupid here - I can't find the US site link. Can somebody point me in the right direction?
cit74 is that the US link?

[carlosdetweiller]

Still waiting for my e-mail saying lettered is sold out. Went ahead and ordered a numbered.

[Bev Vincent]

I'm totally stupid here - I can't find the US site link. Can somebody point me in the right direction?
cit74 is that the US link?

http://titanbooks.com/blog/limited-editions-now-available/ and click REGION at the top of the page; switch to USA

[Randall Flagg]

Lettered is sold out.
One of my friends got the email. It asked if they would like to change to the $75 S/L

[shaq]

Fingers crossed I made it in time, my card has been charged!

[Randall Flagg]

Just go here. No need to change region, simply order a S/L
https://www.nsfsmagazine.com/secure/Stephen-King-Joyland/Book.html

[surly]

Thanks Bev - you're the best!
Order placed and fingers crossed.

[Patrick]

Charles Ardai gave me some great information about a few of the decisions they made for their edition, especially the pricing, which I thought was really interesting:

"Titan was conscious of the fact that your highest-priced limiteds often have more bells and whistles than ours will... We wouldn't want anyone to look at our (extremely handsome, but not as fancy) edition and complain that they got less for their money than they get from you or Subterranean. This way, that shouldn't happen."

I happen to think their editions are going to extremely nice editions, so this is a great deal.

Brian

Thanks for sharing that, Brian. Giant KUDOS to TITAN for not doing a big money grab if they don't believe the product justifies it. I'm certain these editions will be worth every penny and more.

[AKC]

I hit so many buttons, I'm not sure what the hell I am getting (if anything)...

[Robert Fulman]

In case anyone is wondering, I just ordered the numbered about 15 minutes ago from the US region website (nsfsmagazine.com) and got a confirmation. Between this and 11/22/63, my only two S/Ls have been purchased under the most confusing of circumstances.

[Brian James Freeman]

Charles Ardai gave me some great information about a few of the decisions they made for their edition, especially the pricing, which I thought was really interesting:

"Titan was conscious of the fact that your highest-priced limiteds often have more bells and whistles than ours will... We wouldn't want anyone to look at our (extremely handsome, but not as fancy) edition and complain that they got less for their money than they get from you or Subterranean. This way, that shouldn't happen."

I happen to think their editions are going to extremely nice editions, so this is a great deal.

Brian

Thanks for sharing that, Brian. Giant KUDOS to TITAN for not doing a big money grab if they don't believe the product justifies it. I'm certain these editions will be worth every penny and more.

Absolutely, I think their editions are going to be well worth the money! Bummed out that I missed the Lettered Edition, but that's the name of the game. :)

Brian

[BigCoffinHunter]

I received my confirmation e-mail about 15 minutes after placing the order. I also spoke with someone at the company due to a possible security code issue with American Express cards (they ask for the last three on the back when most companies want the four digit code on the front). The representative indicated that someone is processing the orders by hand, so it will take a while. It would also appear that they will be canceling orders that requested more than one copy, although I wouldn't image that they'll be cancelling the order completely, just any excess copies.

[Brian James Freeman]

In case anyone is wondering, I just ordered the numbered about 15 minutes ago from the US region website (nsfsmagazine.com) and got a confirmation. Between this and 11/22/63, my only two S/Ls have been purchased under the most confusing of circumstances.

I feel like that's a great signature... ;)

[carlosdetweiller]

I hit so many buttons, I'm not sure what the hell I am getting (if anything)...

Me either, but, hot damn!, this has been a fun morning. I am so wired. I think I have books ordered from both the USA and UK sites (no lettereds though). Time will tell just what all I have bought today vs. what I will actually get.

[cit74]

I guess we will know thursday - if/once cards are charged - and see how many lettered are from here. I have no clue. Hopefully tomorrow will be much smoother.

Unless brian is planning on using the NF website to sell the CD books? Is it too late for that?

[mae]

This is like the first or so hardcover Hard Case Crime volume, right?

[Kingfan24]

just ordered a lettered and numbered from the US website and went through the NSFS website

[Robert Fulman]

Lawrence Block's 69 Barrow Street/Strange Embrace (http://www.hardcasecrime.com/books_bios.cgi?entry=bk69) 2-for-1 was published last year as a hardcover; I'm sure there have been others.

[onlylivingboyinny]

Got my confirmation email for the $75 version about 10 minutes after ordering. Holy cow was that "thank you for your order" NSFS magazine site screen shady. I was 100% convinced someone just jacked my credit card info.

[WeDealInLead]

I'm hyperventilating here waiting for an e-mail confirmation.

[killbourne]

lettered sold out already...no big surprise

[killbourne]

BIG TIME "THANK YOU" to cit74....i mean BIG TIME!!

[Joe315]

For those ordering the S/L from the US site, how long is taking before you receive your confirmation?

[Joe315]

Holy cow was that "thank you for your order" NSFS magazine site screen shady. I was 100% convinced someone just jacked my credit card info.

Same here.

[Brian James Freeman]

This is like the first or so hardcover Hard Case Crime volume, right?

The Twenty-Year Death by Ariel S. Winter was a hardcover, but I don't think they've done many!

[BigCoffinHunter]

For those ordering the S/L from the US site, how long is taking before you receive your confirmation?

10-15 minutes

[Joe315]

For those ordering the S/L from the US site, how long is taking before you receive your confirmation?

10-15 minutes

Thanks, hopefully I got there in time.

[Scoogs]

Well this was a a bit unexpected. I just ordered 10 minutes ago, so I'm not sure if I got my order in on time or not.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

We can order one of each?

From the person I spoke with it sounded like only ONE book per household - so i imagine these will all be sorted out at some point - unless you know someone living in another household...
I know 5 others.....

I get my employees to order them for me. The ones who get the Lettered editions are first on the promotion list. The ones who do not get any... well...

[jhanic]

Got email from US site saying Lettered sold out and to reply to the email if wanted the S/L instead. I did...fingers crossed

I got the identical email, but I did not try for a s/n, since I already got one off the original site.

John

[Kingfan24]

the lettered edition button was JUST now inactivated with a SOLD OUT

[cit74]

We can order one of each?

From the person I spoke with it sounded like only ONE book per household - so i imagine these will all be sorted out at some point - unless you know someone living in another household...
I know 5 others.....

I get my employees to order them for me. The ones who get the Lettered editions are first on the promotion list. The ones who do not get any... well...

I am reading my wife's leadership book for her masters class - I think that style is called Punitive, yet character building (or builds faster internet skills)

[Bev Vincent]

I cancelled my UK order and got an S/L through the US site, because I figuredthe shipping charges would be high for the UK fulfillment. So there should be one S/L on the UK site for a moment or two.

For some reason, every time I see NSFS, my mind reads NSFW...

It took a good 15-20 minutes to get the confirmation e-mail, unlike the UK one, which was instant.

[bdwyer19]

Just ordered an S/L via the US site... just waiting on the email confirmation.

[George at C-Springs]

Got the lettered rejection and do you want the S/L e-mail, still waiting on confirmation.

[Kingfan24]

Just tried calling customer support and seeing if I could confirm orders that way - rang and rang and rang.. no one answered and finally said call failed on my BlackBerry Screen.

[cit74]

I am guessing that the flood has hit them...When I called earlier I got through right away - but that was well before the deluge

[Kingfan24]

Just reached a customer support rep. she wasnt much help but confirmed for me that the signed limited IS still available.

[Stockerlone]

something like.... processing error.......

The same happened to me and when I tried again it worked.

Funny.... big problems with the forbidden page,
but NO problems to order the S/L from the Titan page.....
I hope...:biggrin:

[Robert Fulman]

For those just joining us, use this link to buy the signed numbered edition: https://www.nsfsmagazine.com/secure/Stephen-King-Joyland/Book.html (https://www.nsfsmagazine.com/secure/Stephen-King-Joyland/Book.html)

I ordered a copy an hour ago, others have ordered more recently.

[redsoxfan565]

I ordered a lettered and a regular signed limited through the UK site this morning. Got the confirmation email, but just now received an email saying that they were sorry but the lettered had sold out before my order went through.

[cit74]

What was lost in the buying spree (at least to me) is that this will be released on 11 June - 2013. That is less than a month away - when was the last time you pre-ordered a SK s/l or lettered book and received it in 4 weeks????

[George at C-Springs]

12:02 pm mountain time, just got my S/L confirmation. This was not a direct S/L order, but rather e-mail acceptance of the S/L rather than Lettered.

[Dan]

That's it. I must check this site at least every hour. Luckily was able to order thru NSFS.

[cit74]

i am just happy that i went into work at 0200 this morning and finished and was home by 0700 - still missed the initial UK message - but was home early enough to join in - time for some food though

[George at C-Springs]

Thanks for sending out the message Chad, I wouldn't have known about it otherwise if I hadn't got the PM notification. You da man!

[Kingfan24]

So what is a lettered edition gonna cost on eBay from someone who flips the book?

[George at C-Springs]

$500 easy, $650 is a good bet, $800 or more might be pushing it. But I'll bet you see at least one copy for $2000, it never fails.

[Roseannebarr]

What was lost in the buying spree (at least to me) is that this will be released on 11 June - 2013. That is less than a month away - when was the last time you pre-ordered a SK s/l or lettered book and received it in 4 weeks????

Um. Never?

[tippy4]

$500 easy.

I dunno....is it going to be a paperback?

Based on the price...I think they are taking the trade edition and thwoing it in a traycase.

[frik]

No, these will be hardcover editons!

sk

[bdwyer19]

Just got my email confirmation for the S/L!!!

[Dan]

By the way. When typing NSFS into your search engine of choice, be sure of what results show up. I got an eye full while sitting at my desk at work.

[Dan]

I too just got my confirmation email. Is anyone ordering the $40 hardcover when the signed version is so inexpensive?

[Brian James Freeman]

What was lost in the buying spree (at least to me) is that this will be released on 11 June - 2013. That is less than a month away - when was the last time you pre-ordered a SK s/l or lettered book and received it in 4 weeks????

Um. Never?

I think the closest for a Limited Edition would be our edition of Full Dark, No Stars, unless I'm forgetting something: announced on 10/19/2010 and shipped on 12/15/2010, a little less than two months. The Lettered Edition, as always, took longer.

Brian

[Kingfan24]

Was able to pick up 2 signed limiteds

[bdwyer19]

The description of the S/L never mentioned anything about a slipcase. So, would CD be making one, maybe? Brian???

[mattgreenbean]

Whew, got a S/L confirmation!

[BigCoffinHunter]

$500 easy.

I dunno....is it going to be a paperback?

Based on the price...I think they are taking the trade edition and thwoing it in a traycase.

Tippy makes a good point. Based on an earlier comment that the unsigned edition is the "same" as the numbered edition, that would lead one to believe that the only difference between the two is the signature. It may be the same for the lettered edition, with the only difference between it and the numbered edition being the traycase. As far as I can tell, the website does not list any other differences between the two. Any thoughts?

Also, I wonder if Cemetery Dance and/or others will be designing a slipcase for the numbered edition (and possibly the unsigned edition as well), as it appears that it will not come with one...

[Joe315]

Got my confirmation!!

[The Library Policeman]

The description of the S/L never mentioned anything about a slipcase. So, would CD be making one, maybe? Brian???

This. :)

[bdwyer19]

$500 easy.

I dunno....is it going to be a paperback?

Based on the price...I think they are taking the trade edition and thwoing it in a traycase.

Tippy makes a good point. Based on an earlier comment that the unsigned edition is the "same" as the numbered edition, that would lead one to believe that the only difference between the two is the signature. It may be the same for the lettered edition, with the only difference between it and the numbered edition being the traycase. As far as I can tell, the website does not list any other differences between the two. Any thoughts?

It looks like that's the only difference. It's a trade hardcover with a tipped-in signed and numbered page. Still... for $75, well worth it!!

[biomieg]

I agree.

[George at C-Springs]

If Brian hadn't spoken up for these guys, I'd say all of this was too good to be true and that we'd all been had. Here's hoping that the S/L has something a little extra special about it (besides the signature), even if it is just a slipcase or ribbon marker .... something to distinguish it from the trade.

Hey Brian, your surprise better be good tomorrow ... or these guys may have stolen your spotlight.

[killbourne]

If Brian hadn't spoken up for these guys, I'd say all of this was too good to be true and that we'd all been had. Here's hoping that the S/L has something a little extra special about it (besides the signature), even if it is just a slipcase or ribbon marker .... something to distinguish it from the trade.

Hey Brian, your surprise better be good tomorrow ... or these guys may have stolen your spotlight.
+1

[The Library Policeman]

For $75, I'm more than happy with just a tipped in sig page.

[Randall Flagg]

I think we broke the USA sales info first, thanks to the incredibly brilliant work by Chad (cit74).
Thanks to biomieg (Michael) for breaking the UK news here.
Just another reason to check this site as often as possible.



Hot deals show up from constant checking of ebay.
Quick links help our members with buying a lettered or S/L.
Brilliant tech works shows the "back door' to a crashed order site.

On and on.




I'll merge this with the Joyland S/L thread in a while.


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[The Library Policeman]

Well said! I'm so glad I check here every day.

Kudos to Michael/Biomeg as well for posting the UK link this morning. Got my order in as soon as I saw his link.

[carlosdetweiller]

What was lost in the buying spree (at least to me) is that this will be released on 11 June - 2013. That is less than a month away - when was the last time you pre-ordered a SK s/l or lettered book and received it in 4 weeks????

Um. Never?

I think the closest for a Limited Edition would be our edition of Full Dark, No Stars, unless I'm forgetting something: announced on 10/19/2010 and shipped on 12/15/2010, a little less than two months. The Lettered Edition, as always, took longer.

Brian

The best I can recall is SIX STORIES in 1997. We sent our checks to Philtrum Press for $80 (plus postage) and got the books a couple of weeks later. Now THAT is how is should be!

[Brian James Freeman]

For $75, I'm more than happy with just a tipped in sig page.

I think it's a great deal.

[shaq]

Agreed, fantastic help today!

Cheers

[The Library Policeman]

For $75, I'm more than happy with just a tipped in sig page.

I think it's a great deal.

Very much so.

[Brian James Freeman]

We've been getting A LOT of emails about a slipcase for this edition. It's something I will definitely check on.

Brian

[killbourne]

HERE! HERE!!