Stephen King Collecting Questions

[André Linoge]

Ahhh. Very well. Thanks gents!

[TCCBodhi]

Revival was my first Flat Signed, and I jumped on the first one I saw which led to a VERY overpriced book! It still stings to think about it. LOL. That is the way it goes sometimes, sometimes they COME BACK!

[jsweet]

My signed Stephen King book collection consists of just two - the PS10 signed hardcover and the Under the Dome S/L (both of which, in retrospect I overpaid for). So trying to get smarter about this.
What recommendations would anyone have as good values for signed SK books? It seems like with the large number of Revivals out there, that one seems like a good one to start with (assuming a legit seller), but other suggestions?

[jsmcmullen92]

My signed Stephen King book collection consists of just two - the PS10 signed hardcover and the Under the Dome S/L (both of which, in retrospect I overpaid for). So trying to get smarter about this.
What recommendations would anyone have as good values for signed SK books? It seems like with the large number of Revivals out there, that one seems like a good one to start with (assuming a legit seller), but other suggestions?

If you are looking for flat signed non S/L then yes Revival is a cheaper one (assuming you are looking for low price), if you are looking at S/L then Desperation and Insomnia are two safe cheaper ones.

[DoctorZaius]

My signed Stephen King book collection consists of just two - the PS10 signed hardcover and the Under the Dome S/L (both of which, in retrospect I overpaid for). So trying to get smarter about this.
What recommendations would anyone have as good values for signed SK books? It seems like with the large number of Revivals out there, that one seems like a good one to start with (assuming a legit seller), but other suggestions?

If you are looking for flat signed non S/L then yes Revival is a cheaper one (assuming you are looking for low price), if you are looking at S/L then Desperation and Insomnia are two safe cheaper ones.

The Black House S/L is also not too expensive. Joyland is pretty reasonable as well. The Shining and Doctor Sleep can be had for not too much above their publication prices, and the Dark Tower series #4-7 can be had pretty reasonable on ebay these days. You really have to trust the seller when buying a flat signed book. I have found that most people here are pretty reputable, and most won't price gouge either. That should be enough to get you hooked.

[KingKorn]

My signed Stephen King book collection consists of just two - the PS10 signed hardcover and the Under the Dome S/L (both of which, in retrospect I overpaid for). So trying to get smarter about this.
What recommendations would anyone have as good values for signed SK books? It seems like with the large number of Revivals out there, that one seems like a good one to start with (assuming a legit seller), but other suggestions?

If you are looking for flat signed non S/L then yes Revival is a cheaper one (assuming you are looking for low price), if you are looking at S/L then Desperation and Insomnia are two safe cheaper ones.

I second the reccommendation for the Desperation S/L -- a beauty production by Donald Grant, in a traycase with a fantastic artist, and you can find it in the ~$350 or less range without too much work. It feels like you get something that should cost more than you paid.

[webstar1000]

I would go for a Desparation. Killer artist and nice production! $350 is a good price too

[KingKorn]

A collecting question:

Did King ever used to sign and date books with the format of writing out the date? By that I mean December 25, 1980 rather than his usual 12/25/80.

[Randall Flagg]

A collecting question:

Did King ever used to sign and date books with the format of writing out the date? By that I mean December 25, 1980 rather than his usual 12/25/80.

Many a time before 1979.

[bdwyer19]

A collecting question:

Did King ever used to sign and date books with the format of writing out the date? By that I mean December 25, 1980 rather than his usual 12/25/80.

The one example that comes to mind is the Firestarter S/L.

[Randall Flagg]

I have ~12 images of books King inscribed and included a full date on. I don't have any images from after September 7, 1979

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I have ~12 images of books King inscribed and included a full date on. I don't have any images from after September 7, 1979

RF is spot on. King printed full date until 1980.

[TCCBodhi]

I would go for a Desparation. Killer artist and nice production! $350 is a good price too

I'd agree. I held one of these in my hands yesterday and it was quite a beauty. Loved the inside color of the traycase; outside of the book itself being quite nice. I think I'll be looking for one sooner rather than later.

[jsmcmullen92]

I would go for a Desparation. Killer artist and nice production! $350 is a good price too

I'd agree. I held one of these in my hands yesterday and it was quite a beauty. Loved the inside color of the traycase; outside of the book itself being quite nice. I think I'll be looking for one sooner rather than later.

Desperation was my first King book I read... I loved it. The S/L is great, I also ordered a Dust Jacket from the gift edition that I added to my S/L because I wanted more Maitz on my book

[TCCBodhi]

Desperation was my first King book I read... I loved it. The S/L is great, I also ordered a Dust Jacket from the gift edition that I added to my S/L because I wanted more Maitz on my book

I've become a genuine Maitz fan after seeing a big spurt of his Desperation artwork from the HF2015!

Now, I'm patiently waiting on a package from Lot Guy; one very old and one very new! I can't wait to include them as the key pieces of one of my next New P&J posts!

[TCCBodhi]

So today I see the posting on the new book/edition by George Beahm. I saw several of his on my aunt's bookcase this weekend, but didn't know them and didn't pay much attention to them with all of the actual SK that was there! There was one more Beahm SL that was still in the shipping package, but don't have it pictured, nor remember specifically WHICH one it was, but it was a more limited version of one of the 4 in this picture. Everything here is all pristine 1sts with several signed if it matches everything else that I saw in the bookcase. Did I overlook some treasures here?

[stroppygoblin]

So today I see the posting on the new book/edition by George Beahm. I saw several of his on my aunt's bookcase this weekend, but didn't know them and didn't pay much attention to them with all of the actual SK that was there! There was one more Beahm SL that was still in the shipping package, but don't have it pictured, nor remember specifically WHICH one it was, but it was a more limited version of one of the 4 in this picture. Everything here is all pristine 1sts with several signed if it matches everything else that I saw in the bookcase. Did I overlook some treasures here?

I have most (if not all) of the books pictured here. There are various numbered (black ink, red ink) and lettered editions. Most can be picked up for $60 - $100 with the lettered ones fetching not much more. This seems to be a good time to be picking up these books about King as they are at a low selling point currently.

[TCCBodhi]

Interesting. I was so focused in on the actual SK, that I jumped right over these. Just shows you to never discount anything.

[jhanic]

There's also Beahm's SK Collectibles, which, although the pricing is very outdated, is a gold mine of information. I can't tell it it's in there or not.

John

[TCCBodhi]

I don't think so, unless it is the one facing inward. (or the one in the padded shipping envelope). Interesting reconnaissance mission for next time I go down.

[stroppygoblin]

I don't think so, unless it is the one facing inward. (or the one in the padded shipping envelope). Interesting reconnaissance mission for next time I go down.

Nope Thats not it - it looks like this:



and I agree with John, a mine of information. The pricing is outdated (Bachman Rage - $50 ) but also interesting to see which books have increased more in value. Its also one of the best guides to books about King as well as his own works.

You can pick up a paperback copy for low money (I was kindly sent one by a member here and is my reading copy) Since then I have picked up this signed Limited 1st edition.

[sharki69]

More of a general collecting question

I have 2 identical first edition HC books (not King), both SIGNED - one is signed on the title page and one is signed on a tipped in page. The condition of the book with the tipped in page is one degree better than the title page signed. I would say NF vs. VG

If I need to keep one - Which one to keep ?

[Tommy]

More of a general collecting question

I have 2 identical first edition HC books (not King), both SIGNED - one is signed on the title page and one is signed on a tipped in page. The condition of the book with the tipped in page is one degree better than the title page signed. I would say NF vs. VG

If I need to keep one - Which one to keep ?

Tough one, I would keep the flat signed one and let the tipped-in one go. My thinking is if you later regret it, the tipped-in edition MAY be easier to find depending on the book. Of course this is all speculation on my part so you might want to wait to hear from other, more knowledgeable collectors!

[Roseannebarr]

More of a general collecting question

I have 2 identical first edition HC books (not King), both SIGNED - one is signed on the title page and one is signed on a tipped in page. The condition of the book with the tipped in page is one degree better than the title page signed. I would say NF vs. VG

If I need to keep one - Which one to keep ?

sharki69, i am very disappointed in this question. the obvious answer is you keep them both (I know you said it was not KING, but if it was you keep them both). I think i have about 5 or 6 variations of each book all signed by Joe Hill. My wife always asks how many copies of the same book do you need, my answer is ALL. That is why we hang on this site. It is a support group.

i like tipped in books (Joe Hill for example), i have both, would not get rid of either.

to address your question I prefer my KING signatures

1. Flatsigned and on the title page (and in person).
2. Then on the tipped in page.

NEVER on the Cover.

[zelig]

I'd keep them both too. I've faced a similar question regarding two copies of Armada that I have. Once is signed on the title page, and one on a bookplate. I was going to sell one, but couldn't decide with to sell, so I eventually settled on keeping them both. What time does group therapy start?