M-O-O-N that spells collection

[Meagan J]

So I guess I should post my collection since I've been lurking a while and chatting up my Buffy poster. I started reading SK when I was about 11 (circa 1994), starting with Cujo and picking up copies at random. A few years ago I decided to continue trying to get all his books in hardcover and after some searching online found this sight - isn't it funny all the people who have youtube videos of their mass market SK books.

Now for a while I have been grabbing first editions at thrift stores, library sales, etc. I am mainly building a reading library because I just don't have the money to devote to an all out mint collection with all the bells and whistles. Although after being on this site for a while I have gotten the itch and have started buying some limited and autographed copies (of other authors, I haven't wanted to devote the money required for SK stuff but I'm sure it won't be too long now). I think it's time to get started on my collection thread, and hopefully you guys can watch me build my collection and inspire me! :)

For right now I am collecting reading copies of first editions, and any interesting variations that I come across but I am really interested in turtleback editions, so I think I may start working on collecting those. They just appeal to me. :)

I'm working on pics right now. :beat:

[killjoy72]

GREAT name for a thread, lol!
Looking forward to seeing the goods!

[jhanic]

Looking forward to your pics!

John

[Meagan J]

Ok this one is for you ur2ndbiggestfan! :) (crossing fingers this works!) lol

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/BuffyPoster_zpsiqjzwcoe.jpg

[Meagan J]

Most of my Buffy stuff is long gone but I still have a few things. This is my favorite though (and def one of my very favorite collectibles). When I was maybe 15 or 16 I was really into Buffy (and David Boreanaz of course). There was a contest in YM magazine for a Buffy poster autographed by David Boreanaz. I sent in something like 17 entries. I basically used all the stamps in the house lol. But imagine my surprise when this beauty arrived in the mail. Unfortunately one corner was a little damaged from shipping but what are you gonna do? I think that a few of these were given out. I've never seen another though. I have the letter that came with it packed away, I'm glad I had the forethought to save it. But, that's it. My Buffy pride and joy. :)

[Meagan J]

GREAT name for a thread, lol!
Looking forward to seeing the goods!

Thanks! My husband and I have been having a SK movie marathon lately. :) We watched The Stand last. There's a lot of "M-O-O-N spells..." and "laws, yes!" going around our house. :)

[Meagan J]

Looking forward to your pics!

John

Thanks! I'm working on it. lol My IT husband showed me various ways to embed pics, none of them working however until I gave up on the "easy" ways and just opened a photobucket account. lol

[Meagan J]

The SK stuffs. The top is my Dark Tower stuff. Next down and part of the one below (to 11/23/63) are my first editions (with my one ARC for Lisey's Story - I like the format of ARCs with firsts). Then are my related books and other editions.

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/Shelves1_zpsrn8lkbyy.jpg

[Meagan J]

Then the other assorted books. I need more shelves. :) I have a whole other bookshelf but its a disaster. Once it gets cleaned up I'll post that one.

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Some of my autographed copies:

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[Meagan J]

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[Meagan J]

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[Meagan J]

My Hugh Howey books. I REALLY enjoyed the Wool collection so I decided to pick up the s/l with my Christmas money. I'd definitely like to pick up more variations of these in the future. Then I saw the Misty books and figured I'd pick up a couple. It's an easy and cheap way for a couple autographs, and the book is pretty cute.

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/HughHowey_zpsdvoqo1s3.jpg

[Meagan J]

My thrift store autograph finds. I picked up Lindbergh thinking it looked like an interesting read and was checking which edition and noticed that it's autographed. Needless to say I bought it, that was $1 well spent. :)

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[Meagan J]

I enjoy watching the show Bones. It's not a great show and the acting isn't spectacular, but I enjoy learning about the science involved so I started picking up Kathy Reichs books thinking I'd probably read them one day. I found this autographed copy in a thrift store for $5.

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[Meagan J]

I've picked up a few autographed local releases at the thrift store.

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The autograph on this last one looks nothing like the author's name, so I'm not sure. But it looked like it may be an interesting read so I figured for .50 it was worth it, autographed or not. :)

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/ThriftStoreAuto5_zps14tteqh6.jpg

[Meagan J]

I really like Dexter and have started picking up autographed first editions. It'll be a relatively easy set to finish for both the US and UK releases and the only expensive one is the first book.

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The autographs don't match really that well. But I bought them both from the same seller on Abebooks, who had good feedback, so I don't know.

[Meagan J]

This copy of Interview With the Vampire was the second autographed book I ever got. This one was a gift from my parents for Christmas one year. Not really worth much monetarily, but pretty special to me. :)

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[Tommy]

Love the collection! I am a big Buffy fan (who was your favorite villain?) and I like a lot of the same writers as you, congrats! :clap:

[Meagan J]

These are special to me because they are by my cousin's uncle, John S. Crawford. These belonged to my grandmother but she recently gave them to my dad who gave them to me because he knew I'd enjoy them. Unfortunately they aren't in great shape, but sentimental additions nonetheless.

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The portfolio for some of his work. He was a bit of a hermit in Alaska I guess, photographing wildlife and writing about it.

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Lastly, a limited collection which includes some of his work. When I first got this I opened it up to see if it was signed or numbered...

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/JSC1_zpsujnjgcud.jpg

It took me a minute to realize that JSC#1 was John S. Crawford's copy. So that was pretty cool. This one is actually in pretty good shape with the only wear issues on the slipcase.

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[Meagan J]

Love the collection! I am a big Buffy fan (who was your favorite villain?) and I like a lot of the same writers as you, congrats! :clap:

Thanks Tommy! I think my favorite villain was Angel when he turned. It was great how everyone was so shocked at how cold blooded he was. lol Druscilla was fun too just because she was such a space cadet. Balthazar was funny as well. How he had minions constantly pouring water on him to keep him lubricated. Ahhh, that show was great.

[Tommy]

Love the collection! I am a big Buffy fan (who was your favorite villain?) and I like a lot of the same writers as you, congrats! :clap:

Thanks Tommy! I think my favorite villain was Angel when he turned. It was great how everyone was so shocked at how cold blooded he was. lol Druscilla was fun too just because she was such a space cadet. Balthazar was funny as well. How he had minions constantly pouring water on him to keep him lubricated. Ahhh, that show was great.

Yes it was! I loved it when Willow went evil and also Glory was pretty entertaining and Faith was great at being evil too but yeah, Dru was hilarious! :rofl: I don't think a show has had so many fantastic villains as Buffy! Sorry, didn't mean to derail the pic uploading, please continue...

[Meagan J]

I'm sure everyone can tell that I have pretty eclectic tastes and read a variety of things. For the last autograph of the night, Mary Higgins Clark. I emailed her and her secretary or assistant sent me an autographed bookplate which I thought was pretty cool. I need to try this more often! :)

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[Meagan J]

Love the collection! I am a big Buffy fan (who was your favorite villain?) and I like a lot of the same writers as you, congrats! :clap:

Thanks Tommy! I think my favorite villain was Angel when he turned. It was great how everyone was so shocked at how cold blooded he was. lol Druscilla was fun too just because she was such a space cadet. Balthazar was funny as well. How he had minions constantly pouring water on him to keep him lubricated. Ahhh, that show was great.

Yes it was! I loved it when Willow went evil and also Glory was pretty entertaining and Faith was great at being evil too but yeah, Dru was hilarious! :rofl: I don't think a show has had so many fantastic villains as Buffy! Sorry, didn't mean to derail the pic uploading, please continue...

I realized after I posted I forgot Willow. and Darla too. :)

[Meagan J]

Tis all for tonight. We are off to continue our SK marathon, tonight: Salem's Lot! :) But I'll post one last picture. The guard of my modest little hoard:

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/MPM_zpsyemgwvp8.jpg

[Joe315]

My Hugh Howey books. I REALLY enjoyed the Wool collection so I decided to pick up the s/l with my Christmas money. I'd definitely like to pick up more variations of these in the future. Then I saw the Misty books and figured I'd pick up a couple. It's an easy and cheap way for a couple autographs, and the book is pretty cute.

*cough*http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/rodman109110/IMG_1951_zps24d4410d.jpg

Great stuff by the way.

[Meagan J]

My Hugh Howey books. I REALLY enjoyed the Wool collection so I decided to pick up the s/l with my Christmas money. I'd definitely like to pick up more variations of these in the future. Then I saw the Misty books and figured I'd pick up a couple. It's an easy and cheap way for a couple autographs, and the book is pretty cute.

*cough*http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/rodman109110/IMG_1951_zps24d4410d.jpg

Great stuff by the way.

Someday!! :)

[zelig]

I've really enjoyed looking through your new collection thread! I'm also a Buffy fan and have re-watched all 7 seasons numerous times over the years.

For me, the overall highlight of the show was the relationship between Buffy and Spike. How it evolved from wanting to kill eachother to, well... you know how that went. There were a few scenes that were just so touching, like when he took that beating from Glory, and Buffy pretended to be the Buffy Bot and kissed him to say thank you, and the look on his face when he realizes it wasn't the bot...

And Dexter, yeah... I never knew there were books. That show was one of my favorites. Loved it, except for the last season and the finale which I thought it was pretty bad. But overall an amazing show.

Look forward to seeing more of your collection as it progresses!

[Meagan J]

I've really enjoyed looking through your new collection thread! I'm also a Buffy fan and have re-watched all 7 seasons numerous times over the years.

For me, the overall highlight of the show was the relationship between Buffy and Spike. How it evolved from wanting to kill eachother to, well... you know how that went. There were a few scenes that were just so touching, like when he took that beating from Glory, and Buffy pretended to be the Buffy Bot and kissed him to say thank you, and the look on his face when he realizes it wasn't the bot...

And Dexter, yeah... I never knew there were books. That show was one of my favorites. Loved it, except for the last season and the finale which I thought it was pretty bad. But overall an amazing show.

Look forward to seeing more of your collection as it progresses!

Thanks Zelig! It's been a few years since I've watched Buffy from start to finish but my 4 year old has been bugging me to watch it since I pulled the poster out the other day. So we have officially started it again. She's really into monsters and "scary" stuff. lol

I didn't care for the finale of Dexter either. My fave season was I think the 4th, the one with John Lithgow, he was so creepy! :)

[jhanic]

All in all, a very nice collection! You sure do have some varied interests! Thanks for posting!

John

[goheat]

My Hugh Howey books. I REALLY enjoyed the Wool collection so I decided to pick up the s/l with my Christmas money. I'd definitely like to pick up more variations of these in the future. Then I saw the Misty books and figured I'd pick up a couple. It's an easy and cheap way for a couple autographs, and the book is pretty cute.



Nice stuff, keep it coming! I am a big Hugh Howey fan also, and in case you weren't aware, he's doing a Pot Luck deal right now over on his site for signed stuff! Go HERE (http://www.hughhowey.com/the-pot-luck-book-signing-begins/) and take a look.

[Br!an]

Very nice Meagan! :thumbsup:

I love that you are a reader as well as a collector.

I remember sending you a few of those books. :cool:

I'm am going to list some 1st printings in VG-NF condition for donations to the Haven fundraiser. If there are any that you still need let me know.

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@Joe315

I don't like it when people cough. You are the exception that proves the rule. Nice!

[webstar1000]

Nice to have you on the boards! Hope you post often and enjoy the group here:) :smile_002:

[becca69]

And Dexter, yeah... I never knew there were books. That show was one of my favorites. Loved it, except for the last season and the finale which I thought it was pretty bad. But overall an amazing show.


The show is based on the books and the show made quite a few major changes. Jeff Lindsay is writing the final Dexter which in no way follows the ending of the show. Great series, you should check them out.

PS - nice collection thread Meagan!

[Br!an]

My Hugh Howey books. I REALLY enjoyed the Wool collection so I decided to pick up the s/l with my Christmas money. I'd definitely like to pick up more variations of these in the future. Then I saw the Misty books and figured I'd pick up a couple. It's an easy and cheap way for a couple autographs, and the book is pretty cute.



Nice stuff, keep it coming! I am a big Hugh Howey fan also, and in case you weren't aware, he's doing a Pot Luck deal right now over on his site for signed stuff! Go HERE (http://www.hughhowey.com/the-pot-luck-book-signing-begins/) and take a look.

No I wasn't aware. Thanks.

[Theli]

Fantastic collection! I too am brushing up on my SK 1st ed. hardcovers, still many more to go for me.

[needfulthings]

WHO YOU CALLING CREEPY?
http://imageshack.com/a/img910/7874/kL6OkY.jpg
WELCOME ABOARD...
WHERE CREEPY IS GOOD
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[Meagan J]

All in all, a very nice collection! You sure do have some varied interests! Thanks for posting!

John

Thanks Jihanic! You should see my music collection. lol I like so much different kinds of stuff. :)

[Meagan J]

My Hugh Howey books. I REALLY enjoyed the Wool collection so I decided to pick up the s/l with my Christmas money. I'd definitely like to pick up more variations of these in the future. Then I saw the Misty books and figured I'd pick up a couple. It's an easy and cheap way for a couple autographs, and the book is pretty cute.



Nice stuff, keep it coming! I am a big Hugh Howey fan also, and in case you weren't aware, he's doing a Pot Luck deal right now over on his site for signed stuff! Go HERE (http://www.hughhowey.com/the-pot-luck-book-signing-begins/) and take a look.

THANK YOU!!!! :D I'm terrible about checking sites regularly, I really need to keep up! lol Did you get anything from this sale? I'm supposed to go to Ikea to get a new bookshelf tomorrow but now I just want to blow it all on Hugh Howey's sale! :)

[Meagan J]

Very nice Meagan! :thumbsup:

I love that you are a reader as well as a collector.

I remember sending you a few of those books. :cool:

I'm am going to list some 1st printings in VG-NF condition for donations to the Haven fundraiser. If there are any that you still need let me know.

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@Joe315

I don't like it when people cough. You are the exception that proves the rule. Nice!

Thank you Brian!! You made my day when those books arrived! :D Cheaper than thrift stores and in better condition!! :) I'll keep my eyes open for your books on sale. Will it be in the classifieds section? There are still so many that I need. :)

[Meagan J]

Nice to have you on the boards! Hope you post often and enjoy the group here:) :smile_002:

Thanks webstar1000! :)

[Meagan J]

And Dexter, yeah... I never knew there were books. That show was one of my favorites. Loved it, except for the last season and the finale which I thought it was pretty bad. But overall an amazing show.


The show is based on the books and the show made quite a few major changes. Jeff Lindsay is writing the final Dexter which in no way follows the ending of the show. Great series, you should check them out.

PS - nice collection thread Meagan!

Thanks becca69!! :)

[Meagan J]

Fantastic collection! I too am brushing up on my SK 1st ed. hardcovers, still many more to go for me.

Thanks Theli! :)

[Meagan J]

WHO YOU CALLING CREEPY?
http://imageshack.com/a/img910/7874/kL6OkY.jpg
WELCOME ABOARD...
WHERE CREEPY IS GOOD
http://imageshack.com/a/img908/9483/ajWDNj.jpg

:D

[goheat]

My Hugh Howey books. I REALLY enjoyed the Wool collection so I decided to pick up the s/l with my Christmas money. I'd definitely like to pick up more variations of these in the future. Then I saw the Misty books and figured I'd pick up a couple. It's an easy and cheap way for a couple autographs, and the book is pretty cute.



Nice stuff, keep it coming! I am a big Hugh Howey fan also, and in case you weren't aware, he's doing a Pot Luck deal right now over on his site for signed stuff! Go HERE (http://www.hughhowey.com/the-pot-luck-book-signing-begins/) and take a look.

THANK YOU!!!! :D I'm terrible about checking sites regularly, I really need to keep up! lol Did you get anything from this sale? I'm supposed to go to Ikea to get a new bookshelf tomorrow but now I just want to blow it all on Hugh Howey's sale! :)

Yeah, I ordered 3 items, couldn't resist for $15 each! Hugh was kind enough to personally inscribe the Silo Trilogy books when I mailed them to him, so I'm a bigger fan then before!

[Br!an]

Very nice Meagan! :thumbsup:

I love that you are a reader as well as a collector.

I remember sending you a few of those books. :cool:

I'm am going to list some 1st printings in VG-NF condition for donations to the Haven fundraiser. If there are any that you still need let me know.

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@Joe315

I don't like it when people cough. You are the exception that proves the rule. Nice!

Thank you Brian!! You made my day when those books arrived! :D Cheaper than thrift stores and in better condition!! :) I'll keep my eyes open for your books on sale. Will it be in the classifieds section? There are still so many that I need. :)

It will be in the Haven Fundraiser thread most likely. It will be a "whatever" donation to HF with a $10 minimum. I'll pay the shipping. Shoot me a want list and I'll see if I have it.

[zelig]

And Dexter, yeah... I never knew there were books. That show was one of my favorites. Loved it, except for the last season and the finale which I thought it was pretty bad. But overall an amazing show.


The show is based on the books and the show made quite a few major changes. Jeff Lindsay is writing the final Dexter which in no way follows the ending of the show. Great series, you should check them out.

PS - nice collection thread Meagan!

Well, I never knew that! I'm going to have to read the books now...

[The Library Policeman]

Great collection, Meagan and a great thread title too! :D

[Stockerlone]

A supernice collection !!!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I've been slacking again and just got here now. Very nice stuff! Let's see, CONTACT by Carl Sagan. I loved that book and the movie but it didn't get much praise from anyone. I'm another Buffy fan of course, and one of these days I'm gonna' watch the whole thing again. (Fantastic poster). I actually liked the final episode of Dexter and of course the entire show. I never read the books though and it was a thrill to see them here. I also watch BONES as they come out on DVD (can't stand watching ANYTHING on commercial or cable TV with the exception of the Oscars once a year). And you're another fan of WOOL. I keep hearing how good these are...one of these days...

I recently bought (expensive!) the Sarah Michelle Geller autographed trading card. (One of two versions). That's the closest I can come to your Boreanz auto. I also have the Hannigan autographed card (even more expensive!) from some years ago.

Keep posting pictures!

[Meagan J]

Great collection, Meagan and a great thread title too! :D

Thanks!! :)

[Meagan J]

A supernice collection !!!

Danke Stockerlone! :)

[Meagan J]

I've been slacking again and just got here now. Very nice stuff! Let's see, CONTACT by Carl Sagan. I loved that book and the movie but it didn't get much praise from anyone. I'm another Buffy fan of course, and one of these days I'm gonna' watch the whole thing again. (Fantastic poster). I actually liked the final episode of Dexter and of course the entire show. I never read the books though and it was a thrill to see them here. I also watch BONES as they come out on DVD (can't stand watching ANYTHING on commercial or cable TV with the exception of the Oscars once a year). And you're another fan of WOOL. I keep hearing how good these are...one of these days...

I recently bought (expensive!) the Sarah Michelle Geller autographed trading card. (One of two versions). That's the closest I can come to your Boreanz auto. I also have the Hannigan autographed card (even more expensive!) from some years ago.

Keep posting pictures!

I haven't read Contact yet. I actually just picked it up from the library book sale last week for $1. But I enjoyed the movie so I thought it might be interesting. :) Now after I've reflected on the final season of Dexter I kind of get the finale. But I wish he would have gone with his kid or at least sent him with his siblings. That's just the mom in me I guess. lol The Dexter books are good reads, although I think it would have been better to read them before watching the show. I don't have cable so I'm with ya on watching dvds, thankfully I have a pretty decent dvd collection. :)

YES!! Wool was great! but I'm partial to post apocalyptic/ dystopian fiction so I may be biased. I checked the omnibus out from the library and couldn't put it down.

That's interesting that Alyson Hannigan's auto card was more expensive. But I guess her career has done a bit better than SMG since Buffy ended. I never got any of the autographed cards, but I do have Alyson Hannigan's autograph on a VHS copy of My Stepmother Is An Alien. :cool2:

[Priest]

that are some shmuck books ! nice to see them, thanks for sharing!

[Meagan J]

that are some shmuck books ! nice to see them, thanks for sharing!

did you just call me a schmuck? lol:wink1:

[Meagan J]

Next up: my Target autographs. :)

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and lastly (obviously Interview With the Vampire wasn't a Target autograph, I just realized I hadn't posted a cover of the book when I posted the autograph itself. So I just added it here.)

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I was super stoked to find Prince Lestat because I didn't get a chance to check Target for over a week after it was released. It was the last copy there. Does anyone know if there's a place to keep track of when autographed copies will be released at Target? I'd like to try to be more on top of these things so I don't miss out so much.

[Meagan J]

I organized another couple shelves today. Some random stuff; classics, movie tie-ins, true crime (I'm a sucker for these paperbacks), some sci-fi and a bunch of other random stuff. Oh and I like to pick up Sherlock Holmes and Alfred Hitchcock books when I see them.

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[Meagan J]

The obligatory Buffy :)

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[Meagan J]

And something a little different. This book I got at an exhibit called Bodyworks. It's a really interesting travelling exhibit that has human remains preserved in a such a way that allows different systems and parts to be displayed in educational ways. It was pretty cool to see like the nervous system or circulatory system suspended exactly as they would be inside your body.

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[killjoy72]

Nice! I went to the Bodyworlds Exhibition a couple times. I love stuff like that. I don't have a catalogue, though. I'll have to track one down...

[killjoy72]

I was super stoked to find Prince Lestat because I didn't get a chance to check Target for over a week after it was released. It was the last copy there. Does anyone know if there's a place to keep track of when autographed copies will be released at Target? I'd like to try to be more on top of these things so I don't miss out so much.

I bought a signed copy of Prince Lestat for my girlfriend at Barnes & Noble on Black Friday. I didn't even know Target carried signed books!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I never saw an autographed book at Target either. That's something I'll look for from now on.

[Merlin1958]

that are some shmuck books ! nice to see them, thanks for sharing!

did you just call me a schmuck? lol:wink1:

Austrians!!! :wtf::wtf::wtf:

[dnemec]

I never saw an autographed book at Target either. That's something I'll look for from now on.

Yea, me neither and there is one 5 minutes from my house. Just what I need--another way to spend my money!!!!

[Meagan J]

I never saw an autographed book at Target either. That's something I'll look for from now on.

Yep. I found the Joe Perry autographed book on accident. :) The Anne Rice and Dean Koontz I went looking for. I've come across other autographed books there but they didn't look interesting.

[goheat]

I never saw an autographed book at Target either. That's something I'll look for from now on.

Yep. I found the Joe Perry autographed book on accident. :) The Anne Rice and Dean Koontz I went looking for. I've come across other autographed books there but they didn't look interesting.

Also, if you have a Books-a-Million store nearby, they usually carry signed books. I even saw the Dean Koontz and Anne Rice books there, along with others. They also list many of them on their website HERE (http://www.booksamillion.com/features?cat=autograph&DDTN=Books&DDLN=signed&id=6296408352096)

[Meagan J]

I just placed my order for the Hugh Howey Potluck sale. Fingers crossed I get something cool! :)

[Theli]

Good luck!

[Meagan J]

Good luck!

Thanks! :)

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I've got a question. Is that M-O-O-N reference something from LISEY'S STORY?

[needfulthings]

It's from "THE STAND " Tom Cullen.
http://imageshack.com/a/img661/4203/IurjcN.jpg

[Meagan J]

I've got a question. Is that M-O-O-N reference something from LISEY'S STORY?

Thanks needfulthings!

ur2ndbiggestfan: Booyah Moon is something totally different. :)

[needfulthings]

Y-O-U-R W-E-L-C-O-M-E
THAT SPELLS YOUR WELCOME..... BRUCE

[Meagan J]

Got to hit a couple thrift stores and a used book store today. I'm one happy lady! :) Picked up some interesting looking additions and a couple SK things I didn't have yet. All in all, not too shabby. Has anyone read any of Charlaine Harris' work? I was into True Blood a while back. I kind of lost interest with the show but I thought the books might be interesting, if I ever get a chance to read them.

First up, some random stuff. I think I'm most excited about the zombie anthology The New Dead.
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3317_zps1mnd7ebn.jpg

Plus a first of Under the Dome ($4.50 with trade-in credit) and a never read The Green Mile in slipcase ($4.00 with trade-in credit).
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[Theli]

Nice adds! I love searching book sales, used book stores and thrift stores for great finds.

[zelig]

Congratulations. Some great deals there.

[jhanic]

The Green Mile with slipcase is probably a book club edition. If you look on the back cover, there probably won't be a price there. The regular trade edition was not issued with a slipcase.

John

[Meagan J]

The Green Mile with slipcase is probably a book club edition. If you look on the back cover, there probably won't be a price there. The regular trade edition was not issued with a slipcase.

John

Thanks for the info. You are right, no price. Honestly I don't mind BCEs when they are different. I just like to pick up different variations. But I'm always grateful to learn something! :) The original serial pb of The Green Mile are my fave release of that title. Takes me back to when I was a kid waiting for the next part to be released. :) Good times.

[Meagan J]

Nice adds! I love searching book sales, used book stores and thrift stores for great finds.

Thanks! You never know what you will find, but I usually find something exciting! :)

[Meagan J]

Congratulations. Some great deals there.

Thanks! The books in the first pic were only $1 each except for the pb of Pretties which was .15. :) Oh and the Dead on Demand pb was .50.

[Stockerlone]

Nice adds...!!!

[Meagan J]

Nice adds...!!!

Danke Stockerlone!! :)

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

THE PASSAGE - darn good book.

[dnemec]

Nice books!

I have read most of the Charlaine Harris--True Blood books. Initially, I really liked them. Vampires, shape-shifters, fairies, and a telepath...what's not to love?! In the later books, I started to get annoyed with Sookie's character (around book 10 or 11). I think I only have 2 left though, so I might stick it out. The early ones are definitely worth checking out for a fast, fun, frivolous read!

[Meagan J]

THE PASSAGE - darn good book.

YEP! I actually checked it out from the library a while back to see what all the fuss was about and couldn't put it down. So incredibly well written. This one is a 2nd or 3rd printing but I figured for $1 it was worth it to have a reading copy in my little home library should I want to read it again. :)

[Meagan J]

Nice books!

I have read most of the Charlaine Harris--True Blood books. Initially, I really liked them. Vampires, shape-shifters, fairies, and a telepath...what's not to love?! In the later books, I started to get annoyed with Sookie's character (around book 10 or 11). I think I only have 2 left though, so I might stick it out. The early ones are definitely worth checking out for a fast, fun, frivolous read!

Oh good! Thanks! You are the first person I have come across that has read any of them. True Blood kind of felt like a southern Buffy rip-off but fun to watch so I was hoping the books would be fun to read. I've been seeing them a lot more recently at thrift stores and have only picked up 2 of them (I just buy them when they are first eds in decent shape lol). I'll have to start really looking for the rest so I can read them in order. :)

[dnemec]

Nice books!

I have read most of the Charlaine Harris--True Blood books. Initially, I really liked them. Vampires, shape-shifters, fairies, and a telepath...what's not to love?! In the later books, I started to get annoyed with Sookie's character (around book 10 or 11). I think I only have 2 left though, so I might stick it out. The early ones are definitely worth checking out for a fast, fun, frivolous read!

Oh good! Thanks! You are the first person I have come across that has read any of them. True Blood kind of felt like a southern Buffy rip-off but fun to watch so I was hoping the books would be fun to read. I've been seeing them a lot more recently at thrift stores and have only picked up 2 of them (I just buy them when they are first eds in decent shape lol). I'll have to start really looking for the rest so I can read them in order. :)

I initially picked up True Blood at a book sale, and I figured that I'd try it out for $.50 and see what they are all about. It was entertaining, so I kept collecting them. Like I said, I'm getting to the end, and I'm starting to get annoyed, but I was completed enthralled for the first 8-9 books. Besides, if you are inclined, you can tear through them in 1-2 days. So why not?!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

THE PASSAGE - darn good book.

YEP! I actually checked it out from the library a while back to see what all the fuss was about and couldn't put it down. So incredibly well written. This one is a 2nd or 3rd printing but I figured for $1 it was worth it to have a reading copy in my little home library should I want to read it again. :)

When CITY OF MIRRORS comes out I'm going back and reading all three in a row.

[Meagan J]

So I just finished reading The Gunslinger for the first time (I know, but better late than never). And what the heck? Who knew he could write like that?!? I find his books entertaining and suspenseful but that is the first one of his books that has just blown me away stylistically. Perhaps it's because right before that I read Cell which I thought was a pretty weak example of his work (probably my least enjoyed book of his so far). I certainly hope the rest of the series stands up to the bar he set with The Gunslinger.

[Theli]

So I just finished reading The Gunslinger for the first time (I know, but better late than never). And what the heck? Who knew he could write like that?!? I find his books entertaining and suspenseful but that is the first one of his books that has just blown me away stylistically. Perhaps it's because right before that I read Cell which I thought was a pretty weak example of his work (probably my least enjoyed book of his so far). I certainly hope the rest of the series stands up the bar he set with The Gunslinger.

I agree 100%. I only read it for the first time a month or so ago, and I was completely blown away. Very personal novel, with amazing style.

[jonp]

So I just finished reading The Gunslinger for the first time (I know, but better late than never). And what the heck? Who knew he could write like that?!? I find his books entertaining and suspenseful but that is the first one of his books that has just blown me away stylistically. Perhaps it's because right before that I read Cell which I thought was a pretty weak example of his work (probably my least enjoyed book of his so far). I certainly hope the rest of the series stands up the bar he set with The Gunslinger.

IMO The Gunslinger was the weakest in the Dark Tower books. So you're in for a treat when you continue the series! I didn't mind Cell as a story, not the best but not his worse.

[zelig]

If you liked The Gunslinger, then you ain't seen nothin yet! I admit that I too was late in reading the DT series. I read it about a year ago and got through the 7 books in the series in 44 days. I just loved it and I gained a whole new sort of respect for King. My favorites were The Drawing of the Three and Wizard & Glass.

[killjoy72]

+1
And I liked the Cell. I just thought it ended kinda abruptly, which made it feel kind of Mist-ish to me.

[Meagan J]

I actually liked the ending to Cell. It was kind of abrupt but I like how he left it hanging. I expected more right when I finished reading it, but the more I thought about it the better it seemed, which I suppose is the mark of a good ending? To leave you pondering? Either way, The Gunslinger was great. ;)

[Merlin1958]

So I just finished reading The Gunslinger for the first time (I know, but better late than never). And what the heck? Who knew he could write like that?!? I find his books entertaining and suspenseful but that is the first one of his books that has just blown me away stylistically. Perhaps it's because right before that I read Cell which I thought was a pretty weak example of his work (probably my least enjoyed book of his so far). I certainly hope the rest of the series stands up to the bar he set with The Gunslinger.


If you liked The Gunslinger, then you ain't seen nothin yet! I admit that I too was late in reading the DT series. I read it about a year ago and got through the 7 books in the series in 44 days. I just loved it and I gained a whole new sort of respect for King. My favorites were The Drawing of the Three and Wizard & Glass.

Oh, you're gonna really like TDOTT!!!! Probably, the best of the series by a hair!!!

[Meagan J]

Some new stuff lately. First up my Mother's Day present :

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http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/Max%20Brooks%202_zpsihv9qbwg.jpg

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/Max%20Brooks%203_zpsxw5ufjvx.jpg

Then the next addition to my Dexter collection:

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http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/Dex%202_zps3lrguveq.jpg

And my first Tim Lebbon. I keep seeing people on here seem to like him, so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm a little bummed though because the seller shipped it in a padded envelope and the corners and spine got bumped. :angry: I am undecided on whether I should complain to the seller because it was only $10 shipped. At least I wont feel bad about reading it (I get a little rough with my books when I read them). lol

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/Last%20Exit_zps0oltmesx.jpg

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/Last%20Exit%202_zpsfuqgl164.jpg

A few reading copies:

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3346_zpsddhh7ruz.jpg

A few months ago I sent my Blu-Ray cover of The Happening to Mark Wahlberg in hopes of getting it autographed (I had heard he's pretty good about signing through the mail) and I just got it back! Yay! :heart:

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/Happening_zps1shej1qg.jpg

[zelig]

Congrats! So I read the 1st Dexter book, and it was good, but don't feel compelled to read the others right now. The book was the same as the 1st season in some ways, and completely different it others. I kinda preferred the TV show version. Not sure if you agree.

[Meagan J]

Congrats! So I read the 1st Dexter book, and it was good, but don't feel compelled to read the others right now. The book was the same as the 1st season in some ways, and completely different it others. I kinda preferred the TV show version. Not sure if you agree.

I think that I read that the first season is the only one that follows the books. I have only read the first book as well. It was good, but I felt myself comparing it to the show, which bugs me. I wish I had read the books before I saw the show. Anyways I LOVED the show and I really enjoyed the book when I stopped comparing it to the show and was able to think about it as a standalone story (as soon as I find some of the other books in paperback I'll read those as well). It was interesting to see how Dexter's character differed from the show. I did enjoy it enough to collect the books :) lol

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I am impressed by that autographed THE HAPPENING, which I thought was a very good movie. And Wahlberg signed it for free? Nice! I hope Shyamalan starts making good movies like that again, if you know what I mean.

[zelig]

Yeah, makes sense... I have a hard time not seeing the movie or TV version of a book, when I'm reading the book. I can't disconnect from it... which is why I try mostly to read the book first, before watching an adaptation of it. But I guess every case is different. I've never read Forrest Gump by Winston Groom, but I just can't see how it can be better than the movie. Not that it has to be I guess, but the movie is such a brilliant movie, and I wouldn't want to spoil anything by reading that book. I got off topic there...

[Meagan J]

I am impressed by that autographed THE HAPPENING, which I thought was a very good movie. And Wahlberg signed it for free? Nice! I hope Shyamalan starts making good movies like that again, if you know what I mean.

Yeah, The Happening is one of my faves (SOOO stinking creepy when people start walking backwards, off of buildings, into the lion's cage, etc.) Shyamalan made some GREAT movies, Signs scares me as well but I have a thing about aliens. lol I think the last thing I saw of his was something about the devil in the elevator, but I found it to be pretty boring. So I def do know what you mean.

Mark Wahlberg is really good to his fans from what I've read. I had read that he will sign through the mail, but only one thing per fan. I sent a pic as well but all he sent back was my BR cover, which is what I wanted the most. :) I enjoy requesting autographs through the mail, it's been hit or miss, but those days that I go to the mailbox and find a return envelope are so great! :) and its relatively cheap, (I send SASEs with my request), so a couple envelopes and stamps. Not too shabby!

[Meagan J]

Yeah, makes sense... I have a hard time not seeing the movie or TV version of a book, when I'm reading the book. I can't disconnect from it... which is why I try mostly to read the book first, before watching an adaptation of it. But I guess every case is different. I've never read Forrest Gump by Winston Groom, but I just can't see how it can be better than the movie. Not that it has to be I guess, but the movie is such a brilliant movie, and I wouldn't want to spoil anything by reading that book. I got off topic there...

Def feel ya. :)

[becca69]

Congrats! So I read the 1st Dexter book, and it was good, but don't feel compelled to read the others right now. The book was the same as the 1st season in some ways, and completely different it others. I kinda preferred the TV show version. Not sure if you agree.

I think that I read that the first season is the only one that follows the books. I have only read the first book as well. It was good, but I felt myself comparing it to the show, which bugs me. I wish I had read the books before I saw the show. Anyways I LOVED the show and I really enjoyed the book when I stopped comparing it to the show and was able to think about it as a standalone story (as soon as I find some of the other books in paperback I'll read those as well). It was interesting to see how Dexter's character differed from the show. I did enjoy it enough to collect the books :) lol

I would give the other books a try. I started the series way before the show came out and really enjoyed the first season the best since it was most like the book. I guess it really depends on what you started first. I hated the ending to the series and felt it was so un-Dexter (especially since the book series is not finished and so many of the characters in the books are not dead like in the show). I can only see Dexter as Michael C. Hall though - he is awesome!

[zelig]

Congrats! So I read the 1st Dexter book, and it was good, but don't feel compelled to read the others right now. The book was the same as the 1st season in some ways, and completely different it others. I kinda preferred the TV show version. Not sure if you agree.

I think that I read that the first season is the only one that follows the books. I have only read the first book as well. It was good, but I felt myself comparing it to the show, which bugs me. I wish I had read the books before I saw the show. Anyways I LOVED the show and I really enjoyed the book when I stopped comparing it to the show and was able to think about it as a standalone story (as soon as I find some of the other books in paperback I'll read those as well). It was interesting to see how Dexter's character differed from the show. I did enjoy it enough to collect the books :) lol

I would give the other books a try. I started the series way before the show came out and really enjoyed the first season the best since it was most like the book. I guess it really depends on what you started first. I hated the ending to the series and felt it was so un-Dexter (especially since the book series is not finished and so many of the characters in the books are not dead like in the show). I can only see Dexter as Michael C. Hall though - he is awesome!

I may try them at some point. I watched 5 seasons of Dexter in 5 days. Then finished the rest at some point after that. It was pretty intense after the 5th season and I needed a breather. I watched the complete show before I read the 1st book, and just had a hard time separating the two in my mind. I loved the show, but I also feel the finale was a major let down. And I also agree that Michael C. Hall was perfect for the role. Oh, and I was mad about Debra Morgan.

[killjoy72]

I still have yet to see Dexter. Right now I'm up to Season 3 of Buffy, based on the recommendations here. Nice to see all the adoration wasn't hype; this really is a great show!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Loved Buffy, and I'm the only person I know who liked the final season and final episode of Dexter, although I have not read the books.

[zelig]

Good to hear you're watching Buffy. One of my all time favorite shows...

And steve, interesting to hear you liked the final season of Dexter.

[TCCBodhi]

Final Dexter season wasn't the best, but it was generally good other than that stinker of a finale.

[Meagan J]

My Hugh Howey potluck stuff came today!!! :) Pictures soon! I need some alone time with them first. :biggrin1:

[Meagan J]

Finally at long last! I ordered 5 things from the Hugh Howey Potluck (wishing I had ordered more!) and I received 7 cuz I guess he had a bunch of extra stuff so everyone seemed to get an extra or two. ok here's my haul. I'm so stoked!

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3370_zpsxod3s00x.jpg

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3371_zpsjqov5tru.jpg

UK Sand

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http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3369_zpsnowkrkzo.jpg

2nd Edition Wool

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Japanese Wool

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http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3365_zpsd09jwatm.jpg

Wool USB

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3362_zpsa0wr2v5w.jpg

I, Zombie

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3361_zpsf1nqqkyo.jpg

And possibly my 2 favorite things:

Audiobook masters for Dust

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The Shell Collector bound manuscript with notes in the margins. :)

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag95/meaganjohnson/IMG_3360_zpshuxq04rh.jpg

I am one happy lady. :dance:

[cit74]

Very nice additions - good haul and nice job Hugh

[zelig]

Very cool! Congratulations!

[Theli]

Very cool selection!

[killjoy72]

Amazing!

[The Library Policeman]

Great new additions, Meagan. Congrats!

[Meagan J]

Thanks everyone! I'm so stoked! :)