Stephen King Collecting Questions

[sharki69]

Tommy - great question. I asked the same question about signed books.

The consensus was that I need to keep both or get rid of both

Just saying...

[Rahfa]

I can see added value for a Dark Tower book that is number 19.

I can see added value for a matching number in a series.

I don't see any additional value in low numbers or letters.

I agree with regards to "19" for a TDT book, but maybe value is the wrong way to put it. I do see a quirky, "Nice to have" value in a lower number, but I don't feel the same regarding a letter for some strange reason. I too, would not pay extra unless there was some significance to me personally in the number or letter or if it helped to match other books.

I think lower numbers have a - cliched - cachet, even though it doesn't really matter. It's one of those psychological things that have wormed into collector's minds over the year.

A '19' would have no meaning to me. Beyond being a low number, obviously.

[Merlin1958]

I can see added value for a Dark Tower book that is number 19.

I can see added value for a matching number in a series.

I don't see any additional value in low numbers or letters.

I agree with regards to "19" for a TDT book, but maybe value is the wrong way to put it. I do see a quirky, "Nice to have" value in a lower number, but I don't feel the same regarding a letter for some strange reason. I too, would not pay extra unless there was some significance to me personally in the number or letter or if it helped to match other books.

I think lower numbers have a - cliched - cachet, even though it doesn't really matter. It's one of those psychological things that have wormed into collector's minds over the year.

A '19' would have no meaning to me. Beyond being a low number, obviously.

Well, "19" is a central theme to the story and therefore has a certain appeal to me anyway. Not that I'll ever own one. LOL

[Tommy]

Tommy - great question. I asked the same question about signed books.

The consensus was that I need to keep both or get rid of both

Just saying...

HA! I wish I could keep both but one will be returned to the publisher because it was sent by mistake. It's a very convoluted story I might share on my collection thread one day but not now. Keeping both would also be my choice if I could though. Thanks!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

19 has no significance in the Dark Tower books until much later.

[Merlin1958]

19 has no significance in the Dark Tower books until much later.

That sort of depends on how you look at it. In addition to his revisions wasn't the original "foreword" actually "On being 19"? I suppose it's up to each individual in the end

[KingKorn]

I have a copy that King inscribed to Kirby McCauley on August 26, 1979 and I have to assume it was one of the earliest copies he signed. Your copy signed on the following day also has to be one of the earliest dated signatures for that book. I think it is a real gem.

Been meaning to say thanks to carlosdetweiller, jhanic, webstar, and RF for the replies regarding my questions around this newly acquired Dead Zone sig. You guys always seem to astound with not just solid answers to the question at hand, but also unexpected insights, backstories, and similar examples that provide such awesome context to these intriguing collectables. Thanks!

[Ari_Racing]

Justin Brooks Bibliography book lists this item:

Firestarter Signet paperback 1981 Mass-market PP "0-451-16780-5 0-451-13234-3". Includes an afterword.

This picture belongs to a second printing, right?

[Bev Vincent]

Yep. Only Random House (that I know of) starts their number lines at "2"

[biomieg]

First printings of that particular paperback are insanely hard to find. I need one but have not succeeded in finding one yet.

[needfulthings]

Justin Brooks Bibliography book lists this item:

Firestarter Signet paperback 1981 Mass-market PP "0-451-16780-5 0-451-13234-3". Includes an afterword.

This picture belongs to a second printing, right?

Yes...That is a 2nd printing.

[Ari_Racing]

Perfect! Thanks!

Does anyone here have this item and could share a pic?

A celebration of the life and achievements of Evan Hunter A.K.A, Ed McBain ("On Ed McBain" Paperback program bookley new york society of ethical culture in NY"

[killjoy72]

I have a third printing and it still has the afterward.

[zelig]

First printings of that particular paperback are insanely hard to find. I need one but have not succeeded in finding one yet.

Took me forever to find one. I only managed to get the white cover. Still after the black one.

[bdwyer19]

I'm trying to get dimensions of Just After Sunset w/ dvd. Thanks.

[Br!an]

I'm trying to get dimensions of Just After Sunset w/ dvd. Thanks.

6.5 x 9.5 x 1.5 inches.

The thickness is without trying to compress the book.

BTW the book without the CD seems to be 1 3/8 thick.

[stroppygoblin]

Ah, Brian beat me too it, I assume you meant the US version?

[Br!an]

Ah, Brian beat me too it, I assume you meant the US version?

I did.

[bdwyer19]

Yep, the US version. Thanks Brian! I'm finally getting a Jeff Whiley slipcase made for the signed copy I won in the raffle at the Bradenton, FL event

[webstar1000]

Yep, the US version. Thanks Brian! I'm finally getting a Jeff Whiley slipcase made for the signed copy I won in the raffle at the Bradenton, FL event

Brian, did you open it? I would not have... I think they do not need a slipcase. My two are not going in a slipcase.. I have them on little book stands (where they lean back facing cover out).

[allasorte]

Yep, the US version. Thanks Brian! I'm finally getting a Jeff Whiley slipcase made for the signed copy I won in the raffle at the Bradenton, FL event

There is a slipcase for this book out there. I'll look for it and add a link. Just another option.
http://www.stephenkingcatalog.com/ca...nly-p-493.html

[Br!an]

Yep, the US version. Thanks Brian! I'm finally getting a Jeff Whiley slipcase made for the signed copy I won in the raffle at the Bradenton, FL event

There is a slipcase for this book out there. I'll look for it and add a link. Just another option.
http://www.stephenkingcatalog.com/ca...nly-p-493.html

http://www.overlookconnection.com/ca...ly-p-2621.html

edit: You beat me to it.

[stroppygoblin]

Yep, the US version. Thanks Brian! I'm finally getting a Jeff Whiley slipcase made for the signed copy I won in the raffle at the Bradenton, FL event

There is a slipcase for this book out there. I'll look for it and add a link. Just another option.
http://www.stephenkingcatalog.com/ca...nly-p-493.html

I know I've said it before, but I really wouldn't reccomend an Overlook slipcase. They are overpriced and generally have very poor art work. The slipcases themselves are built to a reasonable standard, but some of the designs are IMHO very crude and childlike, not at all professional looking.

Here is the best pictures I can find of this particular case and some other examples:








probably the best of the lot:

[bdwyer19]

Yep, the US version. Thanks Brian! I'm finally getting a Jeff Whiley slipcase made for the signed copy I won in the raffle at the Bradenton, FL event

Brian, did you open it? I would not have... I think they do not need a slipcase. My two are not going in a slipcase.. I have them on little book stands (where they lean back facing cover out).

I opened it several months ago to take a look at the signature, just to make sure it was actually there Personally, I don't like having it in the wrap that it came in. It looks better in a broadart. I can still put the ribbon on it, and keep the letter that it came with.

[bdwyer19]

Yep, the US version. Thanks Brian! I'm finally getting a Jeff Whiley slipcase made for the signed copy I won in the raffle at the Bradenton, FL event

There is a slipcase for this book out there. I'll look for it and add a link. Just another option.
http://www.stephenkingcatalog.com/ca...nly-p-493.html

I know I've said it before, but I really wouldn't reccomend an Overlook slipcase. They are overpriced and generally have very poor art work. The slipcases themselves are built to a reasonable standard, but some of the designs are IMHO very crude and childlike, not at all professional looking.

Here is the best pictures I can find of this particular case and some other examples:








probably the best of the lot:

Overlook Connection slipcases are beyond ugly!! Fugly would probably describe them best.