King Books/Items Wanted

[Daghain]

I'm not much of a collector, but I would love to find an original editon of The Gunslinger (as in not the revised edition - nothing spectacular but obviously this is not going to show up on Amazon anytime soon). Any ideas where to look and what would be a reasonable amount to pay? I have the paperback but I have decided I'd like a set of hardcover editions, and this one is eluding me at the moment. :)

[Brice]

If you want the hardcover original you should be able to find a third edition from the boxset Grant did on ebay or maybe abebooks relatively cheap. If you want a second or first be prepared to pay a bit more.

[wizardsrainbow]

I'm not much of a collector, but I would love to find an original editon of The Gunslinger (as in not the revised edition - nothing spectacular but obviously this is not going to show up on Amazon anytime soon). Any ideas where to look and what would be a reasonable amount to pay? I have the paperback but I have decided I'd like a set of hardcover editions, and this one is eluding me at the moment. :)

Hi Daghain-

As for an "original" harcover Gunslinger published by Grant Books...Grant did 3 editions. Brice is correct, a 1st and 2nd edition will set you back some $$, especially depending on the condition of the book and dust jacket. A 1st edition will almost certainly be north of $500. A 2nd edition can be found for $150-$250. A third edition (completely different dust jacket art) can be found for $60-$80. Try searching on eBay.com or ABE.com.

[funky dredd]

I just picked up a second edition still in the shrink wrap not too long ago. I paid $200 for it and it was a steal (to me at least), there were no blemishes, cracks to the DJ or anything, just a perfect copy. I still want a first and third as well :)
You can also check out Betts Books, I bought my Wizard and Glass from him for a good price.
http://www.bettsbooks.com/

[Cutter]

If you want the original artwork and your not a big time collector I would buy the 2nd Edition. It's virtually the same, and it's way cheaper.

btw, the 3rd Edition has new artwork on its jacket. If you don't care what version you have, you just want a hardback go for this. As you can tell Wiz has pointed out its the cheapest of the three. And the interior artwork is the same for all three editions.

abebooks.com is a good place to look. But I would guess the way King books are selling nowadays I would just wait it out on eBay. You'll eventually find a bargain.

[Daghain]

Thanks for the advice, everyone. That gives me places to look.

*Daghain skips off to shop online*

[Daghain]

What do you all think of this? Too much?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=230158943186&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=013

Seems a bit high to me, but if it TRULY is unread (and I can't imagine that, but hey, I read any book that crosses my path LOL) it might be worth it. I'm not too sure, though. Expert advice, please! I'm totally willing to engage in "the hunt". :)

[MonteGss]

I wish I had 90 bucks for a book. It looks so beautiful! :)
I am just commenting, I have absolutely no idea if it is real and worth it.

[funky dredd]

I've seen that one posted from time to time. I don't think he/she can get rid of it, or he/she owns multiple copies! I don't know if I would pay $90 for it, I would have to search around to see if I could find a cheaper price first. I guess it all depends on what the limit would be at the time of buying.

[Ari_Racing]

That one is a 3rd edition.

[Daghain]

Yeah, I'm thinking patience is a virtue here. $90 seems high to me too.

And yeah, it is good to have a little expendible income. :D

[Matt]

I am amazed by how much the rest of us can benefit by those who have been doing this awhile, great advice.

[Daghain]

That's why I came in here - I needed expert opinons. :D

[Cutter]

I've seen that one posted from time to time. I don't think he/she can get rid of it, or he/she owns multiple copies! I don't know if I would pay $90 for it, I would have to search around to see if I could find a cheaper price first. I guess it all depends on what the limit would be at the time of buying.

I agree, I would wait. This book is overpriced. And don't be in a hurry, you might find a 2nd Edition for $90.00. We just noticed that a numbered The Stand Portfolio went a month ago for $28.00. So if you wait it out you should be able to find a deal.

[Daghain]

Sounds like a good idea. I won't die if I don't have it right this second, anyway. :)

[Brice]

Yeah, as the others have said I'm glad you're letting this one pass by. I've seen the whole box sets that came from seel for just a little more than that. Waiting is best. If I happen to notice a cheap one anywhere I'll point it out to you.

[e_taylor]

My Dark Tower collection is nearing completion, with only the 1st of the Gunslinger being MIA. I'm hoping to find a sealed 2nd edition to save some money - because I could sleep well at night knowing that it COULD be a first under the shrink wrap that will never be opened!

[funky dredd]

That's all I need is a First Gunslinger. I bought my 2nd edition still in the shrink wrap. I got really lucky and at $200 it was a steal, I bought it from someplace in California and when I talked to the lady she gave me a price of $250, I asked her to hold it for a couple of hours and I called back and talked to a guy, I again asked what the price was and he told me $200. I immediately bought it and as luck would have it he was going to UPS so it was sent just a few minutes after purchase. I don't know how he sent it but I received it on a Monday, I purchased it on a Friday and he didn't even charge me extra. I even got the feeling that they didn't care about the value because it was still in shrink wrap and there were no markings/rips/tears on it at all. They could have charged more.
I'm still saving for a First Edition and I will have one soon. :D

[jhanic]

My Dark Tower collection is nearing completion, with only the 1st of the Gunslinger being MIA. I'm hoping to find a sealed 2nd edition to save some money - because I could sleep well at night knowing that it COULD be a first under the shrink wrap that will never be opened!

There IS a difference between the dust jackets for the first and second editions that is visible from the outside--I think it's the first has more of a yellow tint to the lettering than the second, which is more orange. I'm not a 100% sure of this (it may be reversed, i.e., the first is more orange) but I'm pretty sure. I only have a first. I don't have any real desire to get a second.

John

[Daghain]

I don't really care which edition it is, I'm just one of those weird people who wants a WHOLE set of something. So any hardcover of the original is fine with me. :)

Had I thought of this 20 years ago.....

[Ari_Racing]

Do you people think that the prices will get lower and lower?
I saw some books go cheaper (Wizard and glass 1st, The stand (coffin), for example, but there are others that are still very expensive.

[Ari_Racing]

http://cgi.ebay.com/The-Dark-Tower-The-Gunslinger-1st-Ed-by-Stephen-King_W0QQitemZ290145718519QQihZ019QQcategoryZ377QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Randall Flagg]

The First edition Gunsllinger dustjacket had lettering that was lighter in shade. More of a true yellow. The 2nd edtion was almost burnt orange.
In addition, the first book had brown fabric boards, the 2nd had black.
The first lists the price of $20 for the trade, and $60 for the limited on the inside front dj. The first advertises Conan on the back inside dj. The 2nd has a color picture added to the Conan advertisement.
That's a few of the differences.
First on right in these pictures:

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/9253/gunslingerspinesog3.jpg

http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/9624/gunslingerspineswodjnv5.jpg

[jhanic]

Thanks, Jerome! I thought it was something like that.

John

[funky dredd]

Why does Wiz's have tan color to the boards?
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showpost.php?p=23331&postcount=20
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showpost.php?p=23333&postcount=21

The first time I saw that picture when it was posted I noticed it right away but never asked. Is it because it's a lettered?

[Randall Flagg]

The Numbered/Lettered were an off white colored cloth. I think lighting in the picture (although I could be wrong) makes it look almost tan.

[funky dredd]

Thanks Randall...I think if I had the funds I would go for that one. I can dream though...

[e_taylor]

Well there goes my theory of saving a few hundred dollars!

[funky dredd]

Yikes! Way too much for this! Someone needs a reality check I think!

Ebay (http://cgi.ebay.com/KING-Stephen-THE-GUNSLINGER-DARK-TOWER-1-GRANT_W0QQitemZ260149457349QQihZ016QQcategoryZ2922 3QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

[Randall Flagg]

As a second edition the person is dreaming to try and get >$900. Lucky to fetch $150 with a crappy DJ like that.

[funky dredd]

As a second edition the person is dreaming to try and get >$900. Lucky to fetch $150 with a crappy DJ like that.
I had to take a second look at the price. Jeez that is awful!

[Daghain]

I think if you look up the definition of delusional in the dictionary, that guy's picture is in there. :lol:

[funky dredd]

Most likely, and he is holding up that book too!

[wizardsrainbow]

The Numbered/Lettered were an off white colored cloth. I think lighting in the picture (although I could be wrong) makes it look almost tan.


Correct, it was the lighting in my office that threw it off.

[funky dredd]

Here's a second.

Ebay (http://cgi.ebay.com/STEPHEN-KING-GUNSLINGER-GRANT-1984-SECOND-HC-DJ_W0QQitemZ230164351590QQihZ013QQcategoryZ29223QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

[Cutter]

Here's a second.

Ebay (http://cgi.ebay.com/STEPHEN-KING-GUNSLINGER-GRANT-1984-SECOND-HC-DJ_W0QQitemZ230164351590QQihZ013QQcategoryZ29223QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

even though the jacket has a small tear, that's a pretty good price for a second printing.

[funky dredd]

I thought so too.

[jhanic]

Gunslinger Second Edition (http://cgi.ebay.com/Stephen-King-The-Gunslinger-Hc-Grant-Excellent-Cond_W0QQitemZ120155004280QQihZ002QQcategoryZ377QQ ssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

John

It's gone.

John

[jhanic]

i just won the following (check out the price!) I couldn't pass this one up!

Gunslinger Second Edition (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230164351590)

I didn't have a second edition.

John

[Patrick]

i just won the following (check out the price!) I couldn't pass this one up!

Gunslinger Second Edition (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230164351590)

I didn't have a second edition.

John
Not a bad deal given the dustjacket tear. Nice purchase, John. :thumbsup:

Someday maybe I'll pick up a second edition, I don't have one either.

[funky dredd]

Conrats John. I noticed you had bid on it yesterday and thought that it was a great price. If I had the money I would have bid on it as well.

[Daghain]

Sweet!

[jhanic]

Does anyone have a spare Second Edition Gunslinger dust jacket for sale?

John

[funky dredd]

I don't. There was one that was posted out on ebay not too long ago for $50, it took a while to sell or was removed because I don't see it now. It was out there for a couple of months though...

[Mattrick]

http://members.aol.com/tirfell/dtowero.jpg

My cover. I love it.

[jhanic]

It IS a classic!

John

[e_taylor]

Does anyone have a spare Second Edition Gunslinger dust jacket for sale?

John

http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=965881684&searchurl=an%3Dking%26bi%3Dh%26bx%3Doff%26ds%3D30% 26pn%3Dgrant%26sortby%3D2%26sts%3Dt%26tn%3Dgunslin ger%26x%3D16%26y%3D12

[jhanic]

Thanks. I've contacted the seller!

John

[funky dredd]

I wonder if that is the same one I saw on ebay?

[jhanic]

I bought the dust jacket. Thanks, E Taylor!

John

[wizardsrainbow]

I bought the dust jacket. Thanks, E Taylor!

John


John, how much was it? Just curious.

[jhanic]

$50 + $3.50 s/h. I tried to get him down to $40, but he declined.

John

[jhanic]

The dust jacket arrived in perfect condition. I now have a near-mint Gunslinger second edition.

John

[funky dredd]

Congrats John!

[wizardsrainbow]

You must be very happy John! Congrats.

[Patrick]

That's great, John!

[Storyslinger]

:D Couldn't be happier

[jhanic]

Thanks, everyone!

John

[Storyslinger]

Your good fortune is ours

[jhanic]

I am looking for the manuscript proof of Blaze with the $25 on the cover. A thumbnail is attached. I have the other two proofs, but not this one.

Please PM or email me if you have one.

John

[Matt]

:o

I just set up an auction page for the site John--if you find anyone I would love to use this as a test.

Obviously we won't allow any bids because if they have it, its yours.

But it would be nice to see how it works.

[jhanic]

I just want to point out that the auction page is for those who want to sell something--I would like this thread to be for those who are looking for something in particular. Not just "I want all the Dark Tower books" but "I want the s/l Dark Tower VII".

John

[Matt]

Okay John, that works great.

I would love if someone who finds a "buyer" in here to sell something to would just try to test the auction if they can.

But its only to make it run through its paces, I sure don't mind simple PM deals whenever you guys feel the need.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

I have a perfect, almost mint First Edition Night Shift. I need a First Edition Jacket for it. Anyone? The jacket doesn't need to be perfect.

[Ari_Racing]

I'm looking for:
- Hodder & Stoughton's promotional pen for On Writting
- Bag of Bones Ale label.
- The Shining Ale Label
- Kingdom hospital's scripts from chapter 5 to 13 (included) (digital or paper format)
- Greetings from the Overlook Hotel postcard
- Hearts in Atlantis metal dog tags

[Matt]

Okay you guys, I am getting tons of questions on the auction for the site. I would really just like to throw it out there for people to use so give me just a couple of days and we will make it happen. :rock:

[Ari_Racing]

Actually I posted which things I'm looking for since I thought it was a thread for that. If anyone see anything at ebay.com or any other auction/sell site, I'd appreciate if can let me know about it.
THANKS!

[Matt]

You are totally right. If its a "Wanted" thing, it can go here.

I got confused with all that--which is not uncommon. :lol:

[Pasiuk57]

I'm looking for the following:
Danse Macabe UK proof
Danse Macabe Lettered edition
Transgressions lettered
Night Shift proof
Stand proof
Shining proof
Dolan's proog gray edition
Different Seasons UK proof
Colorado Kid proof
Bag of Bones UK proof
Skeletoin Crew UK full proof
Thinner UK proof
Ubris spring 1968
Ubris Fall 1969
Marshroots 1975
Maine Mar/Apr 1977
Outside Dec 1995
Anyone selling these items?

[Matt]

Jerome has a Colorado Kid thingy out in the auction Pasiuk

Not sure if that is what you are looking for though, I am still learning all the different designations.

[jhanic]

Mike, which of the three UK Bag of Bones proofs are you looking for? Also, is the Colorado Kid proof you're looking for the one from PS Publishing?

I don't have extras of these, but some clarification may help.

John

[natehorning]

Bett's has Ubris, Spring 1968 and a UK Bag of Bones proof on their Super Collection page. Their not cheap but they are available.


Nate

[jhanic]

The UK Bag of Bones proof that Betts has is the most common one, with the holographic covers and slipcase. There are two others--one light green covers and one with grey covers. One of those is probably what Mike is looking for (I'm looking for the one with grey covers myself!)

John

[super sam]

I´m looking for The New York Times magazine that contains the Essay:
What Ails the Short Story by King

It was published in September 30, 2007.

If someone have a copy for sale please PM me.
Thanks!

[Brice]

I don't know where you can buy a copy, but the article is here:

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/30/books/review/King2-t.html?_r=1&oref=slogin

Maybe they have back issues?

[Randall Flagg]

I'm guessing you want the physical copy, but here is the e-version (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/30/books/review/King2-t.html?_r=1&oref=slogin)
To order a back copy of the NYT (up to 90 days) go here (http://www.nytimes.com/ref/membercenter/help/backcopies.html)

[super sam]

Thanks for the links.

Will order a back copy. :thumbsup:

[Matt]

I love it when the site works like that :wub:

This kind of stuff is totally what its for.

[Fsmdr]

Looking for the Viking Hardcover reissue of 'The Waste Lands' with print line lowest '1'. In Fine condition.

If anyone has a copy to sell, please PM me. Thanks.

[Nerak]

Looking for the Viking Hardcover reissue of 'The Waste Lands' with print line lowest '1'. In Fine condition.

If anyone has a copy to sell, please PM me. Thanks.

Julia, I can check at work Monday. Or did you already ask me about it?

Sorry, i've been sick n a little out of it! LOL

Email me at work about it and I will check.

[Fsmdr]

Okie, dokie.

Will email you monday then, Karen. Thanks.

[wizardsrainbow]

I am looking for a signed (by King) 1st UK edition of Song of Susannah. PM me is you have one to sell or can point me in the right direction. Thanks.

[namelessnpoor]

Looking for a 1st edition copy of Thinner with the band around the cover. Anyone have or know of one for sale? Let me know if you do
thanks
Rusty

[herbertwest]

Looking for :
- any french book signed (i think that RF do own one)
- any book personnalised to someone called Jeremy...

the other stuff that i am looking for (mainly french stuff), you guys shouldnt be able to help me to find, so i'll do it myself :)

[Brice]

Looking for a 1st edition copy of Thinner with the band around the cover. Anyone have or know of one for sale? Let me know if you do
thanks
Rusty

I assume you mean the UK first since you mention the band. I haven't seen any copies lately that still have the band though I'll keep a look out for one.


Looking for :
- any french book signed (i think that RF do own one)
- any book personnalised to someone called Jeremy...

the other stuff that i am looking for (mainly french stuff), you guys shouldnt be able to help me to find, so i'll do it myself :)

If they are King it can do no harm to say what they are. I've been buying some foreign editions and have been looking at these quite a bit lately. If you tell us what they are maybe someone will spot one/them somewhere.

[herbertwest]

Looking for :
- any french book signed (i think that RF do own one)
- any book personnalised to someone called Jeremy...

the other stuff that i am looking for (mainly french stuff), you guys shouldnt be able to help me to find, so i'll do it myself :)

If they are King it can do no harm to say what they are. I've been buying some foreign editions and have been looking at these quite a bit lately. If you tell us what they are maybe someone will spot one/them somewhere.

well, basically i am looking for any french ARC/ review copies (the one i really want is the Promo edition of SAC D OS [bag of bones! : which have a letter from King instead of a cover], but also couple of magazines which did include a text from King about the 9/11 events, and the Hannibal book review...
and a french Cosmopolitan from 1976 with an excerpt of Carrie...

[Ari_Racing]

Actually I always preffered the signed books in the mother language of the writer (in Steve's case: english). If I'd have steve in front and he can sign me a book, I'd choose one in english instead of one in spanish.....Stephen King is from USA, not from Spain, France, Argentina or Russia.
At least that's what I think.

[herbertwest]

Yeah, but i am collecting only french items for some reasons..
Probably coz are cheaper, and... well, guess there is less "big" collectors on them ;-)

[Ari_Racing]

Good point. :D

[Pasiuk57]

I'm looking for the following:
Prime Evil UK Proof
Danse Macabe UK proof
Danse Macabe Lettered edition
Transgressions lettered
Night Shift proof
Stand proof
Shining proof
Dolan's proof gray edition
Different Seasons UK proof
Colorado Kid proof US Proof
Bag of Bones UK proof green edition-I have the other editions
Skeleton Crew UK full proof
Thinner UK proof
Ubris Fall 1969
Marshroots 1975
Maine Mar/Apr 1977
Outside Dec 1995
Anyone selling these items?

[Cutter]

I'm looking for any of the F&SF magazines with the Gunslinger or DT stories in them. :cowboy:

[artan]

I'm looking for Dark Tower all 7 Vols. - Matched set of numbered copies.

[Randall Flagg]

That is very easy to obtain.
The problem (perhaps not for you-but we shall see) is that what you want is expensive. Plan on spending >$10,000 U.S. for them.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I'm looking for any of the F&SF magazines with the Gunslinger or DT stories in them. :cowboy:

Betts Bookstore has a set of 5 for $125. That's a bit expensive, so why not try Abebooks.com

[wizardsrainbow]

I'm looking for Dark Tower all 7 Vols. - Matched set of numbered copies.

If you are REALLY interested in a complete matching number set of S/L DT books, I am the guy to talk to and would be willing to sell one of my sets. Let me know.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I assume you mean the UK first since you mention the band. I haven't seen any copies lately that still have the band though I'll keep a look out for one.


Both the US and UK versions of thinner had publisher's bands announcing Stephen King writing as Richard Bachman.

The US version was a white band and the UK version was a yellow band.

[wizardsrainbow]

I'm looking for any of the F&SF magazines with the Gunslinger or DT stories in them. :cowboy:

Betts Bookstore has a set of 5 for $125. That's a bit expensive, so why not try Abebooks.com


They come up on eBay at times for pretty good prices too.

[carlosdetweiller]

I assume you mean the UK first since you mention the band. I haven't seen any copies lately that still have the band though I'll keep a look out for one.


Both the US and UK versions of thinner had publisher's bands announcing Stephen King writing as Richard Bachman.

The US version was a white band and the UK version was a yellow band.

The whole band business has always puzzled me, i.e. when were they added and why?

Ostensibly, they were added to increase sales. If I have my facts straight the book was first released before the Bachman pseudonym cover was made public. Sales were reportedly reasonable prior to that but really picked up when it became known that Bachman was King. The bands were added to alert bookstore shoppers that this was a King book.

So, to a purist, the banded state is a later state than the unbanded. Is that correct? The presence of a band is deemed desirable but is actually a later "issue."

But wait. The only prepublication state of the book (NAL version) I have ever seen is the softbound "Special ABA Edition" that was handed out at the convention. This is mistakenly (IMO) called a proof by some collectors but really isn't. But I believe it to be a prepublication state. And I have a copy of that book with a band. Was the band present on all these ABA copies? I've always been confused over this. Was the convention held after the King/Bachman pseudonym business was exposed? I had always thought it was held prior to the publication of the book.

[artan]

That is very easy to obtain.
The problem (perhaps not for you-but we shall see) is that what you want is expensive. Plan on spending >$10,000 U.S. for them.

If you are speaking about DT S/L Set, All 7 books, in VF condition, All numbered <100 for 10.000$, I'm your man 8)

Seriously, Randall, I'm not a reach boy and money are always a problem!!!!

I had saved fews money during these years and if I buy these books my bank will remain empty (Fortunately my bank do "Payment by instalments" ).

To buy these books for me mean to renounce to a lot of other things in 2008, believe me.

I know that there are other way to collect books (Step by step, book after book, and so on...) but in 1982 I was less than 6 years old and now these books are "sold out" and if I want thats books I must pay the actual market price :arg:

I'm not a reseller, I would like to buy that books just to have them, because I love that story, that follow me during my teenager years and now take me in a very beautiful place in my head called "Memory", with a lot of images, sounds and fragrances.
If I want these book I must buy them during these mounths becouse I don't know if in the future I will have the economic condition to do.

So, please feel free send me messages or e-mail if you have something for me.

It's a pleasure for me have the possibility to speak with all of you about books passion and this Forum is great!!!!!!!!

:clap:

Thanks!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

The whole band business has always puzzled me, i.e. when were they added and why?

Ostensibly, they were added to increase sales. If I have my facts straight the book was first released before the Bachman pseudonym cover was made public. Sales were reportedly reasonable prior to that but really picked up when it became known that Bachman was King. The bands were added to alert bookstore shoppers that this was a King book.

So, to a purist, the banded state is a later state than the unbanded. Is that correct? The presence of a band is deemed desirable but is actually a later "issue."

But wait. The only prepublication state of the book (NAL version) I have ever seen is the softbound "Special ABA Edition" that was handed out at the convention. This is mistakenly (IMO) called a proof by some collectors but really isn't. But I believe it to be a prepublication state. And I have a copy of that book with a band. Was the band present on all these ABA copies? I've always been confused over this. Was the convention held after the King/Bachman pseudonym business was exposed? I had always thought it was held prior to the publication of the book.

You are right on all points. I think I read that sales were 30,000 before it was announced and then 300,000 after.

The books with the bands were from the same printing. The store owners were issued with bands by the publisher to put on the copies which were already on their shelves. So they are the same state.

As collectors, we have to have the bands for both US and UK versions :thumbsup:

There should not have been a band on your ABA copy. It must have been added later.

[herbertwest]

ABA?
Special ABA edition ?

???

[Randall Flagg]

The whole band business has always puzzled me, i.e. when were they added and why?


But wait. The only prepublication state of the book (NAL version) I have ever seen is the softbound "Special ABA Edition" that was handed out at the convention. This is mistakenly (IMO) called a proof by some collectors but really isn't. But I believe it to be a prepublication state. And I have a copy of that book with a band. Was the band present on all these ABA copies? I've always been confused over this. Was the convention held after the King/Bachman pseudonym business was exposed? I had always thought it was held prior to the publication of the book.

The 1984 ABA Convention was held May 26-30 1984 in Washington DC. Thinner was released in November, 1984 with a first printing of 50,000 copies and became # 11 on the 1985 bestsellers list, with total sales in the ~300,000 range.
Supposedly there were pallets of the special ABA version of Thinner available, yet largely ignored by sellers who were clamoring for information regarding The Talisman-which became #1 on the bestsellers list for 1984. One would presume then, that the ABA books had no band indicating that the book was in fact by King.
I believe any ABA Thinner with a band on it, had that band added long after the convention.

[Matt]

That is very easy to obtain.
The problem (perhaps not for you-but we shall see) is that what you want is expensive. Plan on spending >$10,000 U.S. for them.

If you are speaking about DT S/L Set, All 7 books, in VF condition, All numbered <100 for 10.000$, I'm your man 8)

Seriously, Randall, I'm not a reach boy and money are always a problem!!!!

I had saved fews money during these years and if I buy these books my bank will remain empty (Fortunately my bank do "Payment by instalments" ).

To buy these books for me mean to renounce to a lot of other things in 2008, believe me.

I know that there are other way to collect books (Step by step, book after book, and so on...) but in 1982 I was less than 6 years old and now these books are "sold out" and if I want thats books I must pay the actual market price :arg:

I'm not a reseller, I would like to buy that books just to have them, because I love that story, that follow me during my teenager years and now take me in a very beautiful place in my head called "Memory", with a lot of images, sounds and fragrances.
If I want these book I must buy them during these mounths becouse I don't know if in the future I will have the economic condition to do.

So, please feel free send me messages or e-mail if you have something for me.

It's a pleasure for me have the possibility to speak with all of you about books passion and this Forum is great!!!!!!!!

:clap:

Thanks!

Did you see Wizardsrainbow's post? Sounds like he is your man.

and thanks for the forum love, I am very proud of it. :wub:

[carlosdetweiller]

The 1984 ABA Convention was held May 26-30 1984 in Washington DC. Thinner was released in November, 1984 with a first printing of 50,000 copies and became # 11 on the 1985 bestsellers list, with total sales in the ~300,000 range.
Supposedly there were pallets of the special ABA version of Thinner available, yet largely ignored by sellers who were clamoring for information regarding The Talisman-which became #1 on the bestsellers list for 1984. One would presume then, that the ABA books had no band indicating that the book was in fact by King.
I believe any ABA Thinner with a band on it, had that band added long after the convention.

That is great info, Jerome. I think that you and Mr. Rabbit Trick are right - that my ABA copy must have had the band added later. I have always suspected so and it is the only such copy I have seen.

[Brice]

The 1984 ABA Convention was held May 26-30 1984 in Washington DC. Thinner was released in November, 1984 with a first printing of 50,000 copies and became # 11 on the 1985 bestsellers list, with total sales in the ~300,000 range.
Supposedly there were pallets of the special ABA version of Thinner available, yet largely ignored by sellers who were clamoring for information regarding The Talisman-which became #1 on the bestsellers list for 1984. One would presume then, that the ABA books had no band indicating that the book was in fact by King.
I believe any ABA Thinner with a band on it, had that band added long after the convention.

That is great info, Jerome. I think that you and Mr. Rabbit Trick are right - that my ABA copy must have had the band added later. I have always suspected so and it is the only such copy I have seen.

I am just curious here. I've seen some of the stuff you've posted over at .net. What is missing from your collection?

[herbertwest]

the REAL author? lol!

[Cutter]

I'm looking for any of the F&SF magazines with the Gunslinger or DT stories in them. :cowboy:

Betts Bookstore has a set of 5 for $125. That's a bit expensive, so why not try Abebooks.com
Thanks for the suggestions, and you too Wiz!

The only obstacle is finding them in Fine condition. I've seen some pretty crappy ones flying around. So I asked here knowing they would be in great condition. but I'm in no hurry, I'll find a set. :)

Also great info on Thinner guys. I never knew the band was issued in the US, I thought it was only done in the UK.

[carlosdetweiller]

I am just curious here. I've seen some of the stuff you've posted over at .net. What is missing from your collection?

There are several items I would like to get but do not have. Just off the top of my head - US and UK proofs of DUMA KEY, Doubleday proof of CARRIE, NEL proofs of King's first five books, and copies of The Maine Campus newspaper in which the story "Slade" was serialized.

There are many non-fiction magazine appearances that I am currently seeking.

That's the beauty (and the frustration) of collecting. There is always something else to look for.

[Cutter]

That's the beauty (and the frustration) of collecting. There is always something else to look for.

I agree Bob. There isn't a collector who has everything, if they say so he/she is lying. because there have been thousands of releases, besides the books. Whether it be promotional items, magazines, scripts, proofs, manuscripts, and the list will go forever on....

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

and copies of The Maine Campus newspaper in which the story "Slade" was serialized.


Oh. Oh! I'm after these as well. Hope I don't come up against you in a bidding war. :innocent:

[carlosdetweiller]

and copies of The Maine Campus newspaper in which the story "Slade" was serialized.


Oh. Oh! I'm after these as well. Hope I don't come up against you in a bidding war. :innocent:

I've got almost all of the issues of The Maine Campus except these. I think it is because they were published during a summer session which typically has less students on campus and, I'm guessing, lower numbers of newspapers printed. I've never seen any of these particular issues offered for sale.

[Ari_Racing]

I'm currently saving to get one of Centipede Press Salem's Lot (unsigned ed.).

If someone is selling it, please PM.

Thanks!

[TerribleT]

I'm looking for a copy of the original version of the Gunslinger. I would be happy with a paperback edition, but I really wouldn't mind finding a decent hardcover edition because I'd eventually like to have the whole series in hardcover editions. So...maybe even a hardcover and a paperback. If anyone has one of either they'd like to sell, please let me know.

[Brice]

I'm looking for a copy of the original version of the Gunslinger. I would be happy with a paperback edition, but I really wouldn't mind finding a decent hardcover edition because I'd eventually like to have the whole series in hardcover editions. So...maybe even a hardcover and a paperback. If anyone has one of either they'd like to sell, please let me know.

I don't ever sell Stephen King books at all. If you send your address in a few weeks I'll send your copy of the Plume trade paperback to you.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I'm looking for a couple of magazines from the seventies....

The Maine Review (July, 1975) containing the short story, The Revenge of Lardass Hogan.

Maine Magazine (March/April 1977) containing the short story, One for the Road.

Can anyone help me find them? What would they be valued at?

[Brice]

I'm looking for a couple of magazines from the seventies....

The Maine Review (July, 1975) containing the short story, The Revenge of Lardass Hogan.

Maine Magazine (March/April 1977) containing the short story, One for the Road.

1.Can anyone help me find them?2. What would they be valued at?

1. I can help look for them. I'm online most everyday looking at SK stuff I can't afford anyway.

2. I have absolutely no idea.

[carlosdetweiller]

I'm looking for a couple of magazines from the seventies....

The Maine Review (July, 1975) containing the short story, The Revenge of Lardass Hogan.

Maine Magazine (March/April 1977) containing the short story, One for the Road.

Can anyone help me find them? What would they be valued at?


Just within the past several months I finally found a copy of Maine Magazine. I had been looking for one for over 10 years. The March/April 1977 issue was only the second overall issue and I suspect it had limited geographical distribution as well as low print numbers. For me it was an amazingly hard to find magazine.

As to price, I have never seen one for sale as a King collectible so I don't know what a fair price would be. I lucked out and found my copy as part of an eBay listing with several other magazines. The seller didn't know it was collectible and so I got it pretty cheaply. If Stu at Betts had one I wouldn't be surprised to see him ask $200 to $300 for it but, again, I have never seen one for sale.

The Maine Review with Lardass Hogan also goes for $200 or so, depending on the seller, maybe more.

I think that Marshroots with "It Grows On You" is the hardest of the University of Maine publications to find. If you have that one you are way ahead of the game.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

If Stu at Betts had one I wouldn't be surprised to see him ask $200 to $300 for it but, again, I have never seen one for sale.

The Maine Review with Lardass Hogan also goes for $200 or so, depending on the seller, maybe more.

I think that Marshroots with "It Grows On You" is the hardest of the University of Maine publications to find. If you have that one you are way ahead of the game.

Thanks for the useful info B.

If Stu ever manages to get a copy of either, I would be first in line at $200 - $300 each.

The Marshroots mag is the only other item from the seventies I don't have. A copy of it was on ebay a couple of months ago, but a copy is a waste of time as far as I'm concerned.

I will keep looking and hoping I come across one in a garage sale for 25 cents :) You must have been laughing your socks off getting yours so cheap.

[carlosdetweiller]

If Stu ever manages to get a copy of either, I would be first in line at $200 - $300 each.

The Marshroots mag is the only other item from the seventies I don't have. A copy of it was on ebay a couple of months ago, but a copy is a waste of time as far as I'm concerned.


For years Stu told me that he sometimes would come across the Maine magazine and that he had sold copies in the past. When I finally found my copy I sent him an image of it and he said that he had never seen a copy of that magazine before. I've seen many large King collections sold over the years (Charlie Fried, Marc Brenner, Chris Cavalier, etc.) and not one has had a copy of Maine magazine. It is just unaccountably scarce and I'm not sure why.

[Fsmdr]

Would you mind posting a picture of this super elusive magazine, Bob?. I sure would like to know if I ever stumble across one. Sounds really intriguing.

[carlosdetweiller]

Would you mind posting a picture of this super elusive magazine, Bob?. I sure would like to know if I ever stumble across one. Sounds really intriguing.

I posted some pics of it over on the other site. As soon as I learn the ins and outs of posting pics on this site I would be glad to post them here.

[Matt]

It is actually pretty easy Bob.

The real secret is the "hosting" It allows pictures saved on your hard drive to be placed in one location where they can be easily added to posts.

Two choices there.

You can use our member photo gallery to "host" the images right here on the site. Its very easy. You would then simply copy the link to the image and insert it into any image you like.

Or, you can use any other free hosting service like Imageshack (http://www.imageshack.us) if you would like to have them off site.

If you images are already "hosted" somewhere (other than dt.net because we can't get there), you can simply copy the URL for the image and post it in any thread.

To upload a photo to our gallery.


Simply click the link in the toolbar above, choose "upload photos" in the upper right hand screen.
The first option remains "member galleries"
browse to the image on your computer, put in a title.
Description and key words are optional.
That will automatically set up a gallery for you and you can put as many pictures as you like in there.

Once it is loaded--right click and copy the URL for the image.

Randall Flagg has an amazing tutorial on what to do from here and I can never seem to find it, I am sure he will post a link to it when he reads this (thanks Jerome).

I know it sounds like a lot but its really quite easy, I would love to see photos of your collection :clap:

[Randall Flagg]

Bob,
here is the thread (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?t=447)with instructions how to post using either a hosting service, or the Gallery here.
If you wish, you can always e-mail me the image, and I will edit it into your post.

[Matt]

Ah, I have now made a mental note.

I have no idea why I never think to look for it right here in the corner. :lol:

[Randall Flagg]

I think I'll ask Darkthoughts to put the link in her DT.COM 101 thread.

[herbertwest]

I've learned yesterday that one of the earliest King's story was called Mr Rabbit Tricks...
I did never heard about it before... I guess that's the reason of your nickname... Your kind of holy grail?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I've learned yesterday that one of the earliest King's story was called Mr Rabbit Tricks...
I did never heard about it before... I guess that's the reason of your nickname... Your kind of holy grail?

Yes that's where I got the name. No-one will ever get the story though as it was just something a little kid wrote to his mother.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I only have thumbnails....

http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/6606/mainereviewsb8.jpg

http://img293.imageshack.us/img293/7610/marshrootszc5.jpg

[herbertwest]

Thus are the ones you are looking for?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Yes. 2 out of the 3.

[carlosdetweiller]

I'll try to post a pic of the MAINE Magazine from March/April 1977. It really doesn't look like much......looks like you should be able to come across copies in most any used magazine store in the Maine area. And maybe you can. There are probably many of these laying around unrecognized in attics, antique stores, etc. But for some reason they are not easy for King collectors to find.http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/mainemagazine.jpg


OK. Cool. It worked.

[carlosdetweiller]

Here is the title page to King's story "One For The Road."

For collectors trying to get all of the short stories from NIGHT SHIFT in their original appearance state, this one is, IMO, the toughest.http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/mainemagstorypage.jpg

[Ari_Racing]

Does anyone have a list somewhere of which magazines contain a King's story inside?

[herbertwest]

This?

HERE (http://www.stephen-king.de/zeitschriften/zeitschriftene.html)
or Bev's website (http://www.bevvincent.com/king-stories.html)
or there (http://www.eddog.com/sk/bib1.html)

Finally : the Complete Guide To The Works..

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Here is the title page to King's story "One For The Road."

For collectors trying to get all of the short stories from NIGHT SHIFT in their original appearance state, this one is, IMO, the toughest.

Many thanks for the pictures B.

[Patrick]

Yes, thanks for posting those, Bob!

[Fsmdr]

ditto!

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Anyone have Heart Shaped Box on CD audio for sale?


Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[Matt]

My library has one, that's where I got it to listen to.

That doesn't help but I thought it was pretty cool. :lol:

I am sure you could probably find it on Amazon or something.

[CRinVA]

Does anyone have a list somewhere of which magazines contain a King's story inside?

Try Here (http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=%22joe+hill%22+heart+cd&category0=)

[jhanic]

Bob, that's the wrong quote, but the right link for Joe Hill's CDs.

John

[Patrick]

Anyone have Heart Shaped Box on CD audio for sale?

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

I downloaded it from www.audible.com

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Anyone have Heart Shaped Box on CD audio for sale?

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

I downloaded it from www.audible.com

Until Sony releases the next update I can't play audible.com books on my PSP.

I can convert a cd in itunes to AAC format for it though :evil:

I'm working on a small trade right now that will include a HSB audio set.

Thanks everyone.

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[CRinVA]

Does anyone have a list somewhere of which magazines contain a King's story inside?

Try Here (http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=%22joe+hill%22+heart+cd&category0=)

Just call me Homer as in "Doh!" :dance:

[Sir_Boomme]

ok... like it's any secret...

i'm looking for proof copies of Cell and Duma Key and i'm willing to pay well.

anyone?:orely:

anyone?:doh:

Bueller?.... Bueller? ....Ferris Bueller?:clap:

[Ari_Racing]

Sorry. I had a repeated Blaze ARC but I already exchanged it.

[Sir_Boomme]

Sorry. I had a repeated Blaze ARC but I already exchanged it.
thanks ari....
Blaze ARC's... i have...
cell and duma key seem to be the dodo bird arcs/proofs for me.

[namelessnpoor]

Hello all !! Looking for a first edition gunslinger, i know there are some for sale on ebay and such, but i was hoping to trade for it. Some of you know i have been parring my collection down and i am about done, only a few first editions and some other randoms to sell off.
But i do have one Prize left #737 of From a buick 8. Great book, book and case in excellent shape willing to trade it for a very nice 1st/1st gunslinger
let me know if your interested !!
If anyone is looking for any first editions, i have some excellent copies of a few somewhat older (Talisman) and some newer (lisey's) etc

[Randall Flagg]

Good luck Namelessnpoor, but honestly the S/L FAB8 is only worth about 1/2 a Fine Gunslinger 1st/1st.

[namelessnpoor]

Well it doesn't have to be a fine copy, i will settle for a very good or close to that copy, i was just hoping someone had an extra copy they may want to part with. I have 1st/1st already but have been looking to get another. Working on another set of gunslinger firsts. Plus there is just something about that book i like !

[namelessnpoor]

Just wanted to update. I will trade my From a Buick 8 for a 1st gunslinger but also if anyone has one to sell i will consider purchasing it.
All i really want is decent copy doesn't have to be great, i will even take one without a dust jacket, as i happen to have an extra 1st dustjacket in ok shape.

[Matt]

I wish I had something for you nameless...:(

[Cloysterpete]

Here's some easy wants for you guys who have like a zillion copies of the same book. Well i've been giving my brother my battered paperbacks so i'm slowly upgrading to hardbacks, i've got most of the new one's but there's plently of holes.

All i'm looking for are hardbacks of the following, they don't have to be 1st's aslong as there not smaller BCA editions and they must be in good condition with no rips to the dj.

Sure I could pick them up on ebay but I figure since you guys are book collectors so your books will be in much better nick, that and these are all mass market books so hopefully someone has a few of the ones I still need so I can knock a few off the list in one go.

- Different Seasons
- Christine
- Cujo
- Night Shift
- Thinner
- Skeleton Crew
- IT
- Misery
- Tommyknockers
- Gerald's Game
- Wizard and Glass
- Bag of Bones
- Revised Gunslinger

[e_taylor]

I'm looking for Postscripts # 10, the slipcased/numbered edition, at a fair price, if you have one please PM me.

[Fsmdr]

Looking for :

Viking HB edition of Waste Lands with '1' on printing line in Fine condition
Stephen King Uncollected, S/L
The Road To The Dark Tower, S/L

PLease PM me if anyone have these for sale. Thanks.

[namelessnpoor]

Anyone have a 1st, 2nd or 3rd edition Gunslinger for sale ? The 1st and 2nd I will take without a DJ, I have an extra 1st and 2nd dustjacket in ok shape.
The third should be in fairly nice shape most likely, really just looking for decent prices.

Still have that From a Buick 8 S/L #737 to trade for something, if anyone thinks they have a trade let me know.

[Ari_Racing]

Not exactly a book.

I remember I saw in some website two action figures of Creepshow (father's day and Jordy verrill).
Does anyone have the website? I might be buying one :)

[Randall Flagg]

Creepshow Movie- JORDY VERRILL Resin Model Kit - New (http://cgi.ebay.com/Creepshow-Movie--JORDY-VERRILL-Resin-Model-Kit---New_W0QQitemZ180214522281QQcmdZViewItem?IMSfp=TL08 02100878a19985)

[Ari_Racing]

:) Thanks Jerome!

I saw it once mounted and painted. Does anyone have that link as well?

[Ari_Racing]

http://www.girlsgunsandmonsters.com/subpage16.html

http://www.girlsgunsandmonsters.com/subpage18.html

http://www.girlsgunsandmonsters.com/subpage17.html

I'd buy all!n (If I could and if I'd have the money :D )

[e_taylor]

I'm looking for 2nd edition Gunslinger. Dust jacket isn't a concern, but book condition is. Looking to get one at a reasonable price. PM me if you have one available.

Thanks.

[Cutter]

Looking for a US first of Carrie and NightShift. I'm not looking to pay top dollar, and that's why I don't own a copy of either yet. So I don't need a fine copy, I would just take a average copy that costs less.

PM me if you can help, Thanks!

[Randall Flagg]

Looking for a Tabitha King book-signed by Tabitha.

[wizardsrainbow]

Looking for a Tabitha King book-signed by Tabitha.

Jerome-

I have a signed Candles Burning but am reluctant to part with it.

There are several signed books by Tabitha on ABE here:

http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=tabitha+king&bi=0&bx=off&ds=30&sgnd=on&sortby=2&sts=t&x=104&y=10

[Matt]

Looking for a Tabitha King book-signed by Tabitha.

I can bring you one from DC if you want Jerome--I don't need two, me and Dora will both get one. I'm happy to do it totally free of charge if you don't mind waiting for it.

[Randall Flagg]

If you end up with an extra that would be great. I will cross my fingers.

[carlosdetweiller]

Looking for a Tabitha King book-signed by Tabitha.

Do you want the book because you enjoy her as an author or because she is married to King?

I only ask because I have never been able to get into anything by her that I have tried to read.

[Randall Flagg]

Honestly I have no plan to read the book. Just wanted to have a signed book by all the King's (to my knowledge Naomi has not published anything).

[Matt]

If you end up with an extra that would be great. I will cross my fingers.

I will for sure man--make it my mission.

So count on a copy for you out of our little trip. It makes me warm and fuzzy to have the chance. :fairy:

[namelessnpoor]

Would anybody be interested in 1st edition 1st printing copies of Faithful ?
If so i may be able to get about 5-6 copies, i know its not anything to special but my local thrift type store has some brand new copies, full number line, no remainder marks i can find. real cheap, all i would ask is about $10 each
that includes the book, shipping and a brodart cover. That should be about the total cost to do all that, not trying to make any money, just thought it might help out a few people who may need or want that book.
If interested PM me and let me know,
thanks
Rusty

[Randall Flagg]

Thanks for thinking of us. That is a good price for shipping, broadart etc.

[Erin]

My boyfriend was looking at my Dark Tower: Gunslinger Born comics collection earlier today before we went to the comic shop for the new Long Road Home issue. Unfortunately, he didn't put them back on their shelf before we left and our puppy destroyed my issue #6 and #7. :cry: :cry:

The only thing he's ever destroyed or chewed up is books or papers, so I am super dilligent about putting away things, but my boyfriend just forgot. *Sigh*

Anyways, does anyone have an extra copy of the Gunslinger Born #6 and #7? I called my comic book shop and they didn't have any. Let me know if someone has copies I can buy from them. Thanks. :)

[Room 217 Caretaker]

My boyfriend was looking at my Dark Tower: Gunslinger Born comics collection earlier today before we went to the comic shop for the new Long Road Home issue. Unfortunately, he didn't put them back on their shelf before we left and our puppy destroyed my issue #6 and #7. :cry: :cry:

The only thing he's ever destroyed or chewed up is books or papers, so I am super dilligent about putting away things, but my boyfriend just forgot. *Sigh*

Anyways, does anyone have an extra copy of the Gunslinger Born #6 and #7? I called my comic book shop and they didn't have any. Let me know if someone has copies I can buy from them. Thanks. :)

These guys are good to deal with. I've had no problems and 100% excellent Ebay feedback. Tell them the story and see if they will help a little on shipping:

http://cgi.ebay.com/DARK-TOWER-GUNSLINGER-BORN-7-Marvel-Comics-Stephen-King_W0QQitemZ110229275304QQihZ001QQcategoryZ3981Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[Chooch]

My boyfriend was looking at my Dark Tower: Gunslinger Born comics collection earlier today before we went to the comic shop for the new Long Road Home issue. Unfortunately, he didn't put them back on their shelf before we left and our puppy destroyed my issue #6 and #7. :cry: :cry:

The only thing he's ever destroyed or chewed up is books or papers, so I am super dilligent about putting away things, but my boyfriend just forgot. *Sigh*

Anyways, does anyone have an extra copy of the Gunslinger Born #6 and #7? I called my comic book shop and they didn't have any. Let me know if someone has copies I can buy from them. Thanks. :)

Shoot that isnt nothing.... My dog removed from the shelf my 1st Edition/Signed Gunslinger and all four of the Bachman books (Rage, Long Walk, Road work and Running Man) and destroyed the hell out of everyone. And beleive it or not he lived to be a very old age of 13 before we had to put him down.

[Calla_Wolf]

My boyfriend was looking at my Dark Tower: Gunslinger Born comics collection earlier today before we went to the comic shop for the new Long Road Home issue. Unfortunately, he didn't put them back on their shelf before we left and our puppy destroyed my issue #6 and #7. :cry: :cry:

The only thing he's ever destroyed or chewed up is books or papers, so I am super dilligent about putting away things, but my boyfriend just forgot. *Sigh*

Anyways, does anyone have an extra copy of the Gunslinger Born #6 and #7? I called my comic book shop and they didn't have any. Let me know if someone has copies I can buy from them. Thanks. :)

Shoot that isnt nothing.... My dog removed from the shelf my 1st Edition/Signed Gunslinger and all four of the Bachman books (Rage, Long Walk, Road work and Running Man) and destroyed the hell out of everyone. And beleive it or not he lived to be a very old age of 13 before we had to put him down.

OW OW OWWWWWWWwwwwwwww
MUCH pain

:orely:

[jhanic]

And how old was the dog when he did this? 12 11/12?? :P

John

[Chooch]

He was 3 or 4 Let me put it this way. He quickly lost his nerv around those books. He also ate $65 in CD's on another occassion we were going to return (BMG Music - try before you buy) and the list can go on and on but he turned out to be the best dog I have ever had. iss him everyday and we put him down 2years ago! Oh and his name was " Jake" LOL

[jhanic]

You were VERY patient!

John

[Chooch]

Oh No ...I was PISSED....but what can you do ???? Thought about shooting him...Thought about starving him...even thought about skinning him...but I deceded the worst thing I could do was keep reminding him of it at every oppotunity! LOL... I do beleive he actualy was sorry for it...maybe thats just wishful thinking...but all of you that have one can rest assurd that out of the 10000 printed and the limited ones that were signed...there is one less and it makes yours even more rare. Now if someone gets a little misty about this I will always take yours off your hands..wink

[e_taylor]

I'm looking for 2nd edition Gunslinger. Dust jacket isn't a concern, but book condition is. Looking to get one at a reasonable price. PM me if you have one available.

Thanks.

Well I'm happy to announce I don't need this book anymore! I had obtained a mint dust jacket a few months ago for $54 including shipping. And just the other day I got a mint as new book with a clipped jacket (which is heading for the DTbay charity auction if anyones interested) for $140 including shipping. So once the book arrives I will have obtained a mint/as new book and dust jacket for only $194 - not too bad when I see this just hours after finalizing the purchase: http://cgi.ebay.ca/THE-DARK-TOWER-THE-GUNSLINGER-STEPHEN-KING_W0QQitemZ320221709975QQihZ011QQcategoryZ29223 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[jhanic]

A VERY great purchase!! Congratulations!

John

[Chooch]

Anyone have a 1st, 2nd or 3rd edition Gunslinger for sale ? The 1st and 2nd I will take without a DJ, I have an extra 1st and 2nd dustjacket in ok shape.
The third should be in fairly nice shape most likely, really just looking for decent prices.

Still have that From a Buick 8 S/L #737 to trade for something, if anyone thinks they have a trade let me know.

Found this on Ebay for you

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200204664938&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=010

Hope this helps:rock:

[Erin]

My boyfriend was looking at my Dark Tower: Gunslinger Born comics collection earlier today before we went to the comic shop for the new Long Road Home issue. Unfortunately, he didn't put them back on their shelf before we left and our puppy destroyed my issue #6 and #7. :cry: :cry:

The only thing he's ever destroyed or chewed up is books or papers, so I am super dilligent about putting away things, but my boyfriend just forgot. *Sigh*

Anyways, does anyone have an extra copy of the Gunslinger Born #6 and #7? I called my comic book shop and they didn't have any. Let me know if someone has copies I can buy from them. Thanks. :)

These guys are good to deal with. I've had no problems and 100% excellent Ebay feedback. Tell them the story and see if they will help a little on shipping:

http://cgi.ebay.com/DARK-TOWER-GUNSLINGER-BORN-7-Marvel-Comics-Stephen-King_W0QQitemZ110229275304QQihZ001QQcategoryZ3981Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

Thanks Mulleins! I'll def. be purchasing them from there.

and Cooch! I hope this isn't a sign of horrible things to come with my paper-loving dog. :panic:

[Chooch]

Be very careful..my best advise...also I think you and Matt need Glasses..Its CHOOCH not COOCH LOL

[herbertwest]

I bought one not too long ago..

[Erin]

:lol: Sorry!

[e_taylor]

Anyone have a 1st, 2nd or 3rd edition Gunslinger for sale ? The 1st and 2nd I will take without a DJ, I have an extra 1st and 2nd dustjacket in ok shape.
The third should be in fairly nice shape most likely, really just looking for decent prices.

Still have that From a Buick 8 S/L #737 to trade for something, if anyone thinks they have a trade let me know.

Found this on Ebay for you

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200204664938&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=010

Hope this helps:rock:
And if you don't win that one... http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=1060515066&searchurl=an%3Dking%26bi%3D0%26bx%3Doff%26ds%3D30% 26pn%3Dgrant%26sortby%3D2%26sts%3Dt%26tn%3Dgunslin ger%26x%3D0%26y%3D0

[e_taylor]

Not sure if this is the best place for this post.... but....

Has anyone here ever dealt with "Stephen King Books" on eBay? I believe his ID his beefyreef, or something to that effect.

I'm considering making a trade offer to him, however it would have to be done outside of eBay and I don't want to get screwed.

If anyone has had good or bad experiences with this seller could you let me know?

THANKS!

[jhanic]

I've had some dealings with him. He's a bit expensive (and doesn't like to drop his prices too much) but VERY honest! I got a couple proofs from him and sold him my duplicate of the proof of The Uncut Stand.

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Not sure if this is the best place for this post.... but....

Has anyone here ever dealt with "Stephen King Books" on eBay? I believe his ID his beefyreef, or something to that effect.

I'm considering making a trade offer to him, however it would have to be done outside of eBay and I don't want to get screwed.

If anyone has had good or bad experiences with this seller could you let me know?

THANKS!

I've dealt with him a few times. I would agree with all John said.

[Chooch]

Ive delt with him twice. Very honest seller always answers email. If your doing it off ebay he will work with you a little. Packs very well. Mail is not cheap from the UK though

[namelessnpoor]

OK, i am looking for at least one, preferrably 2 tickets to the reading in Washington DC, if anyone has any to sell please contact me ASAP.
Thanks

there are some on ebay $165 a piece, seller is Lavendierbooks. Isn't that the name of a forger/fakes seller? Not to mention the auction is almost exactly word for word the same as a previous auction that ended already. I questioned them on this and have yet to hear back

[carlosdetweiller]

OK, i am looking for at least one, preferrably 2 tickets to the reading in Washington DC, if anyone has any to sell please contact me ASAP.
Thanks

there are some on ebay $165 a piece, seller is Lavendierbooks. Isn't that the name of a forger/fakes seller? Not to mention the auction is almost exactly word for word the same as a previous auction that ended already. I questioned them on this and have yet to hear back

I have bought many books from Mark Lavendier over the years. To my knowledge he is very reliable. I've never had a problem with him. Good books, good service in my experience.

[Dolan]

OK, i am looking for at least one, preferrably 2 tickets to the reading in Washington DC, if anyone has any to sell please contact me ASAP.
Thanks

there are some on ebay $165 a piece, seller is Lavendierbooks. Isn't that the name of a forger/fakes seller? Not to mention the auction is almost exactly word for word the same as a previous auction that ended already. I questioned them on this and have yet to hear back

I have bought many books from Mark Lavendier over the years. To my knowledge he is very reliable. I've never had a problem with him. Good books, good service in my experience.

I second that....

[namelessnpoor]

Got tickets tonight ! 2 of them, thanks for the info, not sure where my tickets came from, my momther called and said she found and bought two
So now what books to bring !!????????

[Randall Flagg]

Congratulations. I am going to merge this with the King Books/Items wanted thread with a brief redirect.

[MonteGss]

I believe I may have asked for help on this before but now that our friendly site is growing bigger, I want to ask again.

I am really interested in purchasing the complete Dark Tower series in mass market paperback form. As you may know, some publishers are going with larger paperback books in the style of Lisey's Story and others. I can only find Books 5-7 in this larger mm paperback form. I actually do really like those but the problem for me is that Books 1-4 are in the smaller mm paperback form. I am picky. I would really like to find them all the same size.

I have done some searching on the net and can't seem to find anything out. I saw them all once in the smaller size at the airport but did not pick them up. I am kicking myself because I've not seen them since.
If I remember correctly Daggers said she has them all the same size.

Am I screwed until publishers decide to reprint Books 1-4 in the larger mass market form? Any help would REALLY, REALLY be appreciated.

Thanks! :)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Ebay UK site has loads of 7 volume sets if you don't mind UK versions.

[namelessnpoor]

Slipcase for The Colorado Kid FOR SALE
I have an extra slipcase, designed to hold all 3 unsigned trade edition or all 3 of the artist signed editions. I put brodart covers on all 3 and it was a very tight fit buy they did fit into the slipcase together.
The case is a dark green, and is stamped on the spine with the author and book title.
If your interested, $35 shipped right to you or I'll even trade if for Uk first edition if you have one i don't have, and i don't have any of the newest ones, like cell, blaze, lisey's or Duma plus many many more !!!
just PM me !!

[namelessnpoor]

Anyone have a 1st, 2nd or 3rd edition Gunslinger for sale ? The 1st and 2nd I will take without a DJ, I have an extra 1st and 2nd dustjacket in ok shape.
The third should be in fairly nice shape most likely, really just looking for decent prices.

Still have that From a Buick 8 S/L #737 to trade for something, if anyone thinks they have a trade let me know.

Found this on Ebay for you

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200204664938&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=010

Hope this helps:rock:

Thanks for the link, i actually managed to get this one !! Something about Gunslingers, I just like them !! Didn't exactly need another 3rd but nowi have it ! thanks again !!

[MonteGss]

Ebay UK site has loads of 7 volume sets if you don't mind UK versions.

Thank you. Is there a link from eBay to the UK version? Also, is PayPal and US dollars over the Internet an option for payment? Thanks again for the info and for responding. :)

[Matt]

Be very careful..my best advise...also I think you and Matt need Glasses..Its CHOOCH not COOCH LOL

I think I remember the extra "H" about 75% of the time don't I? :panic:

[Chooch]

Be very careful..my best advise...also I think you and Matt need Glasses..Its CHOOCH not COOCH LOL

I think I remember the extra "H" about 75% of the time don't I? :panic:
More like 85% and I say Thankee-sai:cool:

[jhanic]

Ebay UK site has loads of 7 volume sets if you don't mind UK versions.

Thank you. Is there a link from eBay to the UK version? Also, is PayPal and US dollars over the Internet an option for payment? Thanks again for the info and for responding. :)

Just select, on the left side of the listings under Search Options on eBay, the "Worldwide" option. You'll get everything from those in the US and UK to the others in Germany, France, etc.

If the seller accepts Paypal, you shouldn't have any problems with payment. They automatically convert to your seller's currency. There may be an extra charge for this from your credit card company, however.

Not all sellers will ship outside their own country. You should also watch this.

John

[MonteGss]

Ebay UK site has loads of 7 volume sets if you don't mind UK versions.

Thank you. Is there a link from eBay to the UK version? Also, is PayPal and US dollars over the Internet an option for payment? Thanks again for the info and for responding. :)

Just select, on the left side of the listings under Search Options on eBay, the "Worldwide" option. You'll get everything from those in the US and UK to the others in Germany, France, etc.

If the seller accepts Paypal, you shouldn't have any problems with payment. They automatically convert to your seller's currency. There may be an extra charge for this from your credit card company, however.

Not all sellers will ship outside their own country. You should also watch this.

John

Thanks a lot! :)
I wish I didn't have to resort to this option. Quite expensive...maybe I will hold off for a bit and see if anyone has any other suggestions for me.
Thanks again! :thumbsup:

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I wish I didn't have to resort to this option. Quite expensive...maybe I will hold off for a bit and see if anyone has any other suggestions for me.
Thanks again! :thumbsup:

Just noticed that my missus is selling a box set of 1 to 4 on ebay UK. £4.99, 3 days to go, no bidders. I could maybe steal them off her if you are interested,

[MonteGss]

I wish I didn't have to resort to this option. Quite expensive...maybe I will hold off for a bit and see if anyone has any other suggestions for me.
Thanks again! :thumbsup:

Just noticed that my missus is selling a box set of 1 to 4 on ebay UK. £4.99, 3 days to go, no bidders. I could maybe steal them off her if you are interested,

Thank you very much for the offer but I'm going to hold out for getting them all at once if I can. You're the coolest for offering though! :cool:

[wizardsrainbow]

I wish I didn't have to resort to this option. Quite expensive...maybe I will hold off for a bit and see if anyone has any other suggestions for me.
Thanks again! :thumbsup:

Just noticed that my missus is selling a box set of 1 to 4 on ebay UK. £4.99, 3 days to go, no bidders. I could maybe steal them off her if you are interested,

Thank you very much for the offer but I'm going to hold out for getting them all at once if I can. You're the coolest for offering though! :cool:

By your avatar, is that NYC by chance? I am at 49th and 5th (until the end of this month and then sadly moving to 23rd and Madison)

[MonteGss]

By your avatar, is that NYC by chance? I am at 49th and 5th (until the end of this month and then sadly moving to 23rd and Madison)

It is. We went last June. I made my wife go to "the corner" so I could have a look around and take pictures of everything. :D I liked the Turtle Bay area a lot.

[what]

I've been trying to find a hc copy of The Waste Lands. Why is this so rare? I haven't found a copy under 100 bucks in either version.

[MonteGss]

I bought the rerelease of Waste Lands from B&N. It was normal price.
I suppose you are talking about other editions?

[Brice]

I'm guessing you mean the Grant or the Viking hardcover? There are about a dozen Grants on abebooks between $50 and $100. You can often see these on ebay for much less than $100 also. I didn't look for the Viking, but the Grant should be the less common of the two.

[Ari_Racing]

The new viking edition is going for a high price lately at ebay.com

I've been following it as well.

[jhanic]

Waste Lands hardcover (http://used.addall.com/SuperRare/submitRare.cgi?author=Stephen+King&title=Waste+Lands&keyword=&isbn=&order=PRICE&ordering=ASC&dispCurr=USD&binding=Hardcover&min=20&max=150&timeout=20&match=Y&store=Abebooks&store=AbebooksDE&store=AbebooksFR&store=AbebooksUK&store=Alibris&store=Amazon&store=AmazonUK&store=AmazonDE&store=AmazonFR&store=Antiqbook&store=Biblio&store=Biblion&store=Bibliophile&store=Bibliopoly&store=Booksandcollectibles&store=Half&store=ILAB&store=LivreRareBook&store=Powells&store=Strandbooks&store=ZVAB)

This is a search only for prices between $50 and $150. It's supposed to be only hardcovers, but others slip in sometimes.

John

[what]

Yeah, I was talking about the Viking HC... I have 1, 2, and 4 from Viking and I like to have everything matching... i guess kinda an OCD for me... jhanic, thanks for that search, I've never seen that before!

[Randall Flagg]

I've been trying to find a hc copy of The Waste Lands. Why is this so rare? I haven't found a copy under 100 bucks in either version.

Wastelands BIN $64.99 (http://cgi.ebay.com/Stephen-King-THE-WASTELANDS-1st-Ed-GRANT-Dark-Tower_W0QQitemZ170201729630QQihZ007QQcategoryZ2922 3QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)

[namelessnpoor]

I spoke to someone through email, awhile ago, maybe a year or more ago, who had a Dark Tower 3-7 set numbered under 500. They also knew who had books 1 and 2 to match. I think it was maybe Tippy4 or Pasuik. Whoever it is, if you still have the set, please contact me, and let me know what your asking for it !!

thanks
Rusty

[tippy4]

Yep...it was me.

Actually I have books 4-7.

One person has DT1, and another person has DT2 and DT3.

[namelessnpoor]

could you PM or email me with the asking price if your still selling them? And what number was it again?
thanks!

[e_taylor]

Anyone have a Michael Whelan signed bookplate they'd be willing to part with?

[e_taylor]

http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=320229936404&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=011

This could be a real good buy for someone based on the poor auction title.
Not only are you getting the Easton Press edition of the Dead Zone, its the first printing!

[namelessnpoor]

looking for a UK connection who can get me UK 1st editions. Not talking about the old expensive hard to find ones, but the newer easy to find ones. Such as Duma Key, Lisey's, Cell, and many of the other newer titles that are easy to come across if yourt not here in the US !!
If anyone is willing to be that connection, or knows of a reputable Uk dealer please let me know, it would certainly help me get my UK 1st edition collection moving a long a bit faster then it is !!
thanks

[shnnrc01]

lmk which ones you need and ill do my best to pick them up for you.

[Chooch]

Hi Everyone,

Does anyone have any 8 1/2 Brodart that they would like to trade for some 9 1/2? Please pm me if so

[DanishCollector]

Rabbit Trick, I might be able to help with some of the things you still haven't got in your collection (your Book Collection link). Maybe we can e-mail together? I must add I only have photocopies, so I can't provide you the whole mag of, say, Stories of Suspense.
Maybe we can do a little trade since you have a few items I might need.
Lemme know.

[DanishCollector]

Also, if anyone else is interested, I would love to trades. I'm a collector myself (obviously) but must confess most of your collections outnumber mine.

But as far as some rare pieces (fiction and non-fiction) I should have something to offer. Lemme know. We collectors should help each other, don't you agree?:)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Rabbit Trick, I might be able to help with some of the things you still haven't got in your collection (your Book Collection link). Maybe we can e-mail together? I must add I only have photocopies, so I can't provide you the whole mag of, say, Stories of Suspense.
Maybe we can do a little trade since you have a few items I might need.
Lemme know.

Thanks for the offer, but photocopies do not interest me. I will buy any originals I do not have, if you have any.

[DanishCollector]

Sorry, don't have any originals. Only photocopies, a few I'm not really supposed to share, the Drum stories, for instance.
If I ever come across something original, I'll let you know.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Sorry, don't have any originals. Only photocopies, a few I'm not really supposed to share, the Drum stories, for instance.
If I ever come across something original, I'll let you know.

There are a couple of guys on here with the original Drum magazines, but they will not part with them. Neither would I, if I had them.

[carlosdetweiller]

Sorry, don't have any originals. Only photocopies, a few I'm not really supposed to share, the Drum stories, for instance.
If I ever come across something original, I'll let you know.

DanishCollector,

Do you have a photocopy of "The 43rd Dream"?

[DanishCollector]

Yes, I have photocopies of both the Drum tales. I have them scanned and wouldn't mind e-mailing them, but the scans are not to be displayed on a website or distributed to the overall fan community.

[carlosdetweiller]

Yes, I have photocopies of both the Drum tales. I have them scanned and wouldn't mind e-mailing them, but the scans are not to be displayed on a website or distributed to the overall fan community.

Well, now, I find this very interesting. A few years ago I bought the copy of The Drum that has "The 43rd Dream" from Prudence Grant who was the faculty advisor for the student newspaper at Lisbon High School. She found three copies of the issue with "Codename: Mousetrap" (I think that is right) but only a single copy of the issue with "The 43rd Dream." She made no copies.

I sent a copy of the story/poem to only three people (all authors of books about King) with the only request being that they not make further copies or disseminate the story further. It looks like one of the three did not keep their word. I wonder which one it was? I think I know. At least I have my suspicions.

[DanishCollector]

People, I'm close to getting mysef into a jam here, and shouldn't have mentioned the two Drum tales. So I can't share these two tales, it's an "older" promise I had to retell myself to keep. Carlos made me realize that.
So no Drum tales. Sorry 'bout that.

I do have other stuff I AM permitted to share, but that depends, of course, if your collections are far ahead of mine.

[namelessnpoor]

out of pure cuiosity, why is that these 2 drum tales are so secretive? and not to be shared with anyone? Just wondering !! so any explanation would be welcomed !

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

out of pure cuiosity, why is that these 2 drum tales are so secretive? and not to be shared with anyone? Just wondering !! so any explanation would be welcomed !

Its nothing to do with secrecy. The collectors paid a lot of money for the originals.

Lots of copies going around would create a decrease in demand and the price could decrease.

It's also illegal and NOT NICE.

[carlosdetweiller]

out of pure cuiosity, why is that these 2 drum tales are so secretive? and not to be shared with anyone? Just wondering !! so any explanation would be welcomed !

I think Mr. Rabbit Trick said it well. There are three or four known copies of The Drum with the story "Codename: Mousetrap" in them. The owners of the other copies are free to do what they want with them....copy them, burn them, bury them, whatever.

I had the only known copy of the issue with "The 43rd Dream." I elected not to copy it. I don't collect photocopies or trade in them. I shared the story with two authors of books about King (one convinced me to share with a third author).

It's really not that big of a deal, I guess. It just always surprises me when people I trust behave in untrustworthy ways.

[Ben Mears]

I'm looking for the UK version dust jacket of the 'Salem's Lot illustrated edition. Thanks.
BM

[Ari_Racing]

Several years ago (before I had internet and before I started collecting King) I received a dvd with some Stephen KIng's stuff inside. It contained both stories...

[carlosdetweiller]

Several years ago (before I had internet and before I started collecting King) I received a dvd with some Stephen KIng's stuff inside. It contained both stories...

What year was that? According to my records I bought the two issues of The Drum with "Code Name: Mousetrap" and "The 43rd Dream" in October and November of 2002. It would be REALLY interesting if your dvd was done before that.

[Ari_Racing]

I'll check my dvds and see the date it was created.

[Ari_Racing]

I've just find a backup I made in 2004 that already had "The 43th dream".

I'll keep on looking for the first dvd.

[namelessnpoor]

out of pure cuiosity, why is that these 2 drum tales are so secretive? and not to be shared with anyone? Just wondering !! so any explanation would be welcomed !

I think Mr. Rabbit Trick said it well. There are three or four known copies of The Drum with the story "Codename: Mousetrap" in them. The owners of the other copies are free to do what they want with them....copy them, burn them, bury them, whatever.

I had the only known copy of the issue with "The 43rd Dream." I elected not to copy it. I don't collect photocopies or trade in them. I shared the story with two authors of books about King (one convinced me to share with a third author).

It's really not that big of a deal, I guess. It just always surprises me when people I trust behave in untrustworthy ways.

Thanks for the info, just like Ari said in a nother thread, you learn something new everyday ! I had not ever really heard about these 2 stories, or The Drum. Thanks for the info and insight. I totaly understand the photocopy thing. I am a firm believer in the copyright stuff. I had purchased the e-versions of The Plant and wanted to print it out and have a nice copy bound for myself. I emailed with the moderator of King's website and she said so long as i was doing it for my self and not to make multiple copies and sell them, it was fine. Otherwise i was illegally copying and distributing.
So i have nice printed and bound copy done by a local small press place. I would never sell it or produce multiple copies, though

[Patrick]

... I had purchased the e-versions of The Plant and wanted to print it out and have a nice copy bound for myself. I emailed with the moderator of King's website and she said so long as i was doing it for my self and not to make multiple copies and sell them, it was fine. Otherwise i was illegally copying and distributing. So i have nice printed and bound copy done by a local small press place. I would never sell it or produce multiple copies, though
A question out of curiosity since you legally purchased the e-version:

Is the act of you copying it that would be the problem, or is it the selling that would be illegal? In other words, if you had made a few extra nicely printed and bound copies and given them away as gifts, would that also qualify as illegal copying and distributing?

[Bev Vincent]

The only way to legally sell an eBook is to delete all copies you own, including backups, after the transaction. Giving away or selling electronic or print copies would be a violation of copyright.

[jemaher]

just got dt1 and 2 s/l number 207 would love to find 3-7 ... any thoughts?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I'm looking for the UK version dust jacket of the 'Salem's Lot illustrated edition. Thanks.
BM

This book seems to be quite hard to locate. I've no idea why. A copy has just appeared on ebay UK.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/STEPHEN-KING-SALEMS-LOT-ILLUSTRATED-EDITION_W0QQitemZ140221569234QQihZ004QQcategoryZ27 0QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Ben Mears]

I'm looking for the UK version dust jacket of the 'Salem's Lot illustrated edition. Thanks.
BM

This book seems to be quite hard to locate. I've no idea why. A copy has just appeared on ebay UK.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/STEPHEN-KING-SALEMS-LOT-ILLUSTRATED-EDITION_W0QQitemZ140221569234QQihZ004QQcategoryZ27 0QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Thanks!

[Cutter]

I'm looking for the UK version dust jacket of the 'Salem's Lot illustrated edition. Thanks.
BM

This book seems to be quite hard to locate. I've no idea why. A copy has just appeared on ebay UK.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/STEPHEN-KING-SALEMS-LOT-ILLUSTRATED-EDITION_W0QQitemZ140221569234QQihZ004QQcategoryZ27 0QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

It might have had a real small print run. I'm not sure about this UK edition. But the US version was only a 25,000 copy first printing.

[namelessnpoor]

Anybody whos going tonight to the reading have an extra Owen King book (2 preferrably) they would want to sell me when they get there?
Wasn't able to obtain any copies in time for tonight !

[Matt]

They sold them at the event nameless, I am assuming you got one there?

I'm donating one of mine to the giveaway.