Which would be the best book as a Grand Prize this year?

[Randall Flagg]

Non-binding poll. We are now only ~6 weeks away from the Fundraiser closing (5/19/2014).
Which book do you think would be the most desirable to have King inscribe to you (the winner)?
I would have more options, but it is unlikely we could acquire a S/L "the Shining", or a S/L "Doctor Sleep" to have King inscribe.

[e_taylor]

IT Gift Edition would be pretty cool!

[stroppygoblin]

As there are no planned signings, Mr Mercedes seems a good choice.

[Merlin1958]

GE of The Shining?

How's it gonna work this year, Jerome? Is the winner supplying his own book or are we looking for a donation?

[Randall Flagg]

IT Gift Edition would be pretty cool!
Been done.

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/King/SKIT6_zpse42a2845.jpg

[The Library Policeman]

Mr Mercedes trade

[jhanic]

I agree with a US or UK trade Mr. Mercedes.

John

[Merlin1958]

Not that Mr. King ever turns the book around very quickly, but Mr. Mercedes isn't due out until June, right? The HF ends 5/19/14. Unless he is supplying the book I suppose. Hmmmm.

[tippy4]

U.S. Mr. Mercedes 1st is my vote.

I for one would not mind waiting until June were I lucky enough to win.

The book will not be supplied by the winner.

I would assume Doctor Sleep would be donated by CD or by a member of this site, or purchased with funds from the fundraiser.

I would assume The Shining would be donated by SP or by a member of this site, or purchased with funds from the fundraiser.

I would assume Mr. Mercedes would be donated by Scriber or King or CD or by a member of this site, or purchased with funds from the fundraiser.

[idlewarnings]

Mr. Mercedes would be a great prize

[Shannon]

I didn't vote. If these are the only three options that we are allowed to send him, then that is understandable. But at the same time, with the exception of Rage (for obvious reasons), I don't see why the winner couldn't provide the book him/herself that they truly want to get signed/inscribed. Not causing dissention here, I just don't see why that wouldn't be an/THE option.

[mcdonaldj]

I didn't vote. If these are the only three options that we are allowed to send him, then that is understandable. But at the same time, with the exception of Rage (for obvious reasons), I don't see why the winner couldn't provide the book him/herself that they truly want to get signed/inscribed. Not causing dissention here, I just don't see why that wouldn't be an/THE option.

Agreed with emphasis on 'greed'

[Shannon]

Firstly, greed is good.

Secondly, greed?

[stroppygoblin]

Agreed with emphasis on 'greed'


Firstly, greed is good.

Secondly, greed?

i think the inference is that this would allow you to make a valuable book even more valuable if you could supply your own...

[webstar1000]

Agreed with emphasis on 'greed'


Firstly, greed is good.

Secondly, greed?

i think the inference is that this would allow you to make a valuable book even more valuable if you could supply your own...

That would be my choice for sure! I would love to get him to inscribe one of my own...

[Randall Flagg]

I didn't vote. If these are the only three options that we are allowed to send him, then that is understandable. But at the same time, with the exception of Rage (for obvious reasons), I don't see why the winner couldn't provide the book him/herself that they truly want to get signed/inscribed. Not causing dissention here, I just don't see why that wouldn't be an/THE option.
3 years ago, the book got lost. Fortunately it was a gift edition of FDNS that CD donated, and Chadbourne had remarqued. Cd donated another book, and Chadbourne did another remarque. Had it been something a member had sent in, it might not have been so easily replaced.

[stroppygoblin]

I didn't vote. If these are the only three options that we are allowed to send him, then that is understandable. But at the same time, with the exception of Rage (for obvious reasons), I don't see why the winner couldn't provide the book him/herself that they truly want to get signed/inscribed. Not causing dissention here, I just don't see why that wouldn't be an/THE option.
3 years ago, the book got lost. Fortunately it was a gift edition of FDNS that CD donated, and Chadbourne had remarqued. Cd donated another book, and Chadbourne did another remarque. Had it been something a member had sent in, it might not have been so easily replaced.

Did a picture of the remarque ever get taken? be interesting to see if that book ever turned up on ebay....

[Randall Flagg]

I didn't vote. If these are the only three options that we are allowed to send him, then that is understandable. But at the same time, with the exception of Rage (for obvious reasons), I don't see why the winner couldn't provide the book him/herself that they truly want to get signed/inscribed. Not causing dissention here, I just don't see why that wouldn't be an/THE option.
3 years ago, the book got lost. Fortunately it was a gift edition of FDNS that CD donated, and Chadbourne had remarqued. Cd donated another book, and Chadbourne did another remarque. Had it been something a member had sent in, it might not have been so easily replaced.

Did a picture of the remarque ever get taken? be interesting to see if that book ever turned up on ebay....
I suppose Steve or Marsha might have sold it...

[stroppygoblin]

I didn't vote. If these are the only three options that we are allowed to send him, then that is understandable. But at the same time, with the exception of Rage (for obvious reasons), I don't see why the winner couldn't provide the book him/herself that they truly want to get signed/inscribed. Not causing dissention here, I just don't see why that wouldn't be an/THE option.
3 years ago, the book got lost. Fortunately it was a gift edition of FDNS that CD donated, and Chadbourne had remarqued. Cd donated another book, and Chadbourne did another remarque. Had it been something a member had sent in, it might not have been so easily replaced.

Did a picture of the remarque ever get taken? be interesting to see if that book ever turned up on ebay....
I suppose Steve or Marsha might have sold it...

Ah it got lost by Steve's office. I assumed it was lost in the post en-route.

[Randall Flagg]

The book definitely made it to King's office, but somehow got misplaced.

[bdwyer19]

My vote would be for a gift edition of The Shining

[Shannon]

I figured it would be something like that, but I still think the risk is worth the reward.

[webstar1000]

I figured it would be something like that, but I still think the risk is worth the reward.

Your 100% right. Most of us have a book in our collections that are near and dear for one reason or another.... and would like that signed. I envy so many here that have had the chance to meet Sai King.... alas I may never get the chance. What about a 1 hour meet and greet with King himself for the top prize? lol

[Randall Flagg]

I figured it would be something like that, but I still think the risk is worth the reward.
Knowing there is a slight chance your book could be lost, what book would you yourself submit?

[biomieg]

Hypothetically (because I really don't want it to get lost) I would have King sign my Skeleton Crew proof... but only if he used his 1980's signature :)

Otherwise, my vote goes to a Mr. Mercedes trade 1st/1st hardcover.

[Shannon]

... I don't have any books! Not any valuable Stephen King books anyway.

[Roseannebarr]

I would get his yearbook signed!

[Randall Flagg]

Hypothetically (because I really don't want it to get lost) I would have King sign my Skeleton Crew proof... but only if he used his 1980's signature :)

Otherwise, my vote goes to a Mr. Mercedes trade 1st/1st hardcover.
International just doubles the chance it will be lost/damaged.

[webstar1000]

Would anyone get the tray cases artist signed Knowing Darkness signed by King where it is all his work?

[jhanic]

Would anyone get the tray cases artist signed Knowing Darkness signed by King where it is all his work?

The thought of what the Post Office might do to that book boggles the mind--I'd NEVER entrust any shipper with it.

John

[The Library Policeman]

I'd get him to sign my wifes boobs. I'm willing to take the chance on her getting lost............ :evil:

[Randall Flagg]

Would anyone get the tray cases artist signed Knowing Darkness signed by King where it is all his work?
King would decline to sign the book.

[Randall Flagg]

I'd get him to sign my wifes boobs. I'm willing to take the chance on her getting lost............ :evil:
If you win, you can only send one boob....your wife would probably say that is you :D

[The Library Policeman]

I'd get him to sign my wifes boobs. I'm willing to take the chance on her getting lost............ :evil:
If you win, you can only send one boob....your wife would probably say that is you :D


Hahaha :D

[Randall Flagg]

BTW, I think that the closer to the issue date of the book (MM) that King dates his inscription, the more rare it will be.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

What about a 1 hour meet and greet with King himself for the top prize? lol

I have met King on a few marvelous occasions, and in his defence, I would limit the meet and greet to around 15 seconds !

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I'd get him to sign my wifes boobs. I'm willing to take the chance on her getting lost............ :evil:

I've seen her boobs on many occasions, and... wait should I be saying this?

[The Library Policeman]

I'd get him to sign my wifes boobs. I'm willing to take the chance on her getting lost............ :evil:

I've seen her boobs on many occasions, and... wait should I be saying this?

Hahaha :P

[CyberGhostface]

I'd pick The Shining out of those three. If I could have any book that I currently own for King to sign it'd be that.

[George at C-Springs]

I would love to have him sign my Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption.

[Randall Flagg]

How about this idea:
The winner can choose one of the three books (listed in the poll) to have inscribed?
Perhaps even more choices could be offered.

Win win?

[The Library Policeman]

How about this idea:
The winner can choose one of the three books (listed in the poll) to have inscribed?
Perhaps even more choices could be offered.

Win win?

Sounds good. :)

[Dan]

That is a great idea!

[jhanic]

Sounds okay to me.

John

[east-tennessee]

How about a JOYLAND TRADE OR S/L.............:cool:

[tippy4]

How about a JOYLAND TRADE OR S/L.............:cool:


Why would you want a S/L to be signed again?

[east-tennessee]

How about a JOYLAND TRADE OR S/L.............:cool:


Why would you want a S/L to be signed again?

Signed twice and inscribed to me.....would be one of a kind......plus I loved the read..

Brian......

[herbertwest]

How about this idea:
The winner can choose one of the three books (listed in the poll) to have inscribed?
Perhaps even more choices could be offered.

Win win?

Sounds good. :)

Loving it!

[Randall Flagg]

The decision has been made that the winner may choose one of the 3 titles in our poll.

[bdwyer19]

What is the deadline to make a donation?

[Randall Flagg]

What is the deadline to make a donation?
Over. It ended 5/19/2014.

FYI, we will be drawing the prizes tomorrow at Noon PDT (1900 GMT).
Thread info here:
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?18356-Drawing-for-Prizes-%28other-than-Grand-Prize%29-to-be-Held-5-22-2014&p=851612#post851612

[DoctorZaius]

I have a Gunslinger 1st still in its shrink-wrap that I would love break the seal on. I'd love it if the book to be signed were the winner's choice from their own collection.

[Randall Flagg]

I have a Gunslinger 1st still in its shrink-wrap that I would love break the seal on. I'd love it if the book to be signed were the winner's choice from their own collection.
Can't risk it. If you won and submitted the book and it was lost, what would be your reaction?

[Frankie]

I'd get him to sign my wifes boobs. I'm willing to take the chance on her getting lost............ :evil:
If you win, you can only send one boob....your wife would probably say that is you :D

Literally LOL'd. Despite the fact that I think this is the third time I've paged through and read this post.

[Frankie]

Hypothetically (because I really don't want it to get lost) I would have King sign my Skeleton Crew proof... but only if he used his 1980's signature :)

Otherwise, my vote goes to a Mr. Mercedes trade 1st/1st hardcover.

Personally as a collector, a new King signature on an old book rankles me. I'd rather have a 2014 King signature on a Mr. Mercedes than a Gunslinger.

[Rachel Readman]

Which would be the best book for the grand prize this year?

That would be this one...

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r293/darktowernetbooksigningtour/Our%20Collection/Haven%20Fund%20Grand%20Prize%20Book/TheShiningHavenFundBox_zps133d1b06.jpg~original

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And the money shot:

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r293/darktowernetbooksigningtour/Our%20Collection/Haven%20Fund%20Grand%20Prize%20Book/TheShiningHavenFundInscription_zpsfab2fd6f.jpg~ori ginal


LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG

This gets pride of place in my collection without a doubt.

Thank you all so much.

[DoctorZaius]

That is just tremendous - great inscription too! Congrats!