PS Publishing - Stephen King Anniversary Editions

[Kingfan24]

Not sure if there is a better thread.... But any word on a Joe Hill The Fireman limited edition? I thought I heard Ps publishing was doing one... Any idea if this will be pre or post the trade hardcover? When may we see a pre-order page?

In the Preview copies of The Fireman that Gollancz The PS edition is advertised with these details:
Coming out three months after the Gollancz's trade version, the PS version will come in two status thus:
* 500 copies in an illustrated slipcase and signed by the author,
* 26 oversized lettered copies housed in a deluxe traycase signed by both Joe Hill and artist David Stoupakis.
September 2016

So, no unsigned edition? Joe's sig is getting too expensive for me these days.

I agree with you - I wonder what price points these will be at. If 20th century is any indication I won't be buying.

[Theli]

The price of the IDW NOS4A2 wasn't too extravagant, I think it's mostly PS's pricing that's getting to expensive... just my 2 cents.

[frik]

We've been here before, Dan, and I'm referring to the "too expensive." I do agree with you, but just a couple of minutes ago I received my latest PS treasure.
And I mean treasure.
I'll post the rest in my collection thread - and a few more here later.

sk

[Theli]

I will say that despite my stance on their pricing when they go all out on a book, like they have with the King lettered editions, they sure make something truly worth owning and treasuring.

[Patrick]

We've been here before, Dan, and I'm referring to the "too expensive." I do agree with you, but just a couple of minutes ago I received my latest PS treasure.
And I mean treasure.
I'll post the rest in my collection thread - and a few more here later.

sk

It's been 13 hours, post some pics!

[frik]

I'll post the rest in my collection thread - and a few more here later.

sk

It's been 13 hours, post some pics!

I did, Patrick, almost right away - as I said, in my collection thread.
Oops - just noticed I would post a couple more here as well....

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/...l=1#post972943

sk

[frik]

I am so very glad I finally purchased the last copy available. It's a gorgeous edition and I'm looking forwards to what's coming next.
THANK YOU, Pete and PS-team!

sk

[Patrick]

I can see why you're glad you took the plunge. It looks great.

[MLG]

Our friends at PS towers have definitely stepped up their game with Thinner. Congratulations Siep!

[frik]

Thanks, guys - it's one of my favorite King limiteds for sure.

sk

[Patrick]

Pete, I enjoyed your Bowie story in today's newsletter. Thanks for sharing.

[TCCBodhi]

I concur Patrick. Pete, that was a very touching tribute.

[carlosdetweiller]

No newsletter for me yet.

[Br!an]

No newsletter for me yet.

They rate their email distribution. Serious collectors first and then the rabble. It'll come eventually.

[wolfehr]

There's one more lettered edition of The Dark Tower Companion available if anyone wants! There were two until a few minutes ago

http://www.pspublishing.co.uk/the-da...ent-3828-p.asp

[Merlin1958]

Not "Hawking", but I would like to acknowledge the generous donation made by, Pete Crowther, Mr. Von Sholly and "PS Publishing" to this year's "Haven Fundraiser".....


http://www.ebay.com/itm/201512936862...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[Roseannebarr]

Originally Posted by carlosdetweiller View Post
Quote Originally Posted by Randall Flagg View Post
Estimates on the price of an unsigned Lettered edition of PS Publishing's "Thinner"? The copy has been designated #8.
Do you think that means that there are at least eight unsigned copies of the lettered edition out there? If so..........wow!
So we're only talking about the book here, aren't we? I mean, without the traycase, as these are lettered as well.
No numbered cases floating around, I hope?

sk


PETE----

Curious to how many unsigned numbered copies of Carrie and Thinner were released? HOw many signed copies of Carrie and Thinner were released? Numbered Copies? Please share if you are able to. This is a new wrinkle in the lettered editions that i was not aware of.

We know that there were four signed PC copies of Carrie. Maybe those PC copies were numbered instead? I seem to recall 4 for Carrie.

Is there numbered copies of Carrie and Thinner, if so are you able to share? If so how many numbers or PC copies of each. Are they for sale?

Thank You! Glen

[pete at pspublishing]

Hi Folks -- There were33 copies of the tray cased edition of CARRIE and I thought the same applied for the tray cased edition of THINNER but it could be there were 34--I'll know better tomorrow when I check in our mailing unit AND speak with representative from the printers. But if that were the case then that might explain the #8: we'll see. For the record, the extras were for spoils (there weren't any, as it happens) and contributors. For CARRIE, the numbers 1 thru 4 went out to contributors and they were signed (mine is #3). I just checked andI still have the numbers 5, 6 and 7. These are NOT signed. We still have one signed and lettered copy of a CARRIE and that is "U". I think that accounts for the entire production run. With regard to THINNER, the 'spare' copies are at the mailing unit but I can certainly say that, once again, contributors received a signed copy. My copy is #6 (goodness knows what I did with #3) and, once again, I have the signed copy lettered "U". If a copy has found its way onto the open market well, I'm not sure I can do anything about that. I'll certainly make some calls to see if I can find out who might be responsible but it wouldn't achieve anything. What I CANsay is that I will not be numbering the unlettered SKELETON CREW: Instead, I'll use the traditional "PC" marking. If I've caused concerns or suspicions or out-and-out confusion then I do apologise. Believe me when I say that I have not sold any of the unlettered copies. Best wishes -- Pete

[Randall Flagg]

It's still a wonderful donation for our fundraiser, and I'm very grateful.

[Merlin1958]

It's still a wonderful donation for our fundraiser, and I'm very grateful.

Yes!!! Many thanks, Pete!!!! You're a star!!! This and the "Skeleton Crew" with, Peter Von Sholly" art!!! Remarkable!!!

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Originally Posted by carlosdetweiller View Post
Quote Originally Posted by Randall Flagg View Post
Estimates on the price of an unsigned Lettered edition of PS Publishing's "Thinner"? The copy has been designated #8.
Do you think that means that there are at least eight unsigned copies of the lettered edition out there? If so..........wow!
So we're only talking about the book here, aren't we? I mean, without the traycase, as these are lettered as well.
No numbered cases floating around, I hope?

sk


PETE----

Curious to how many unsigned numbered copies of Carrie and Thinner were released? HOw many signed copies of Carrie and Thinner were released? Numbered Copies? Please share if you are able to. This is a new wrinkle in the lettered editions that i was not aware of.

We know that there were four signed PC copies of Carrie. Maybe those PC copies were numbered instead? I seem to recall 4 for Carrie.

Is there numbered copies of Carrie and Thinner, if so are you able to share? If so how many numbers or PC copies of each. Are they for sale?

Thank You! Glen

I don't understand the concern here.... What does it matter that there are a number of unsigned copies of Carrie and Thinner out there? For there is still only the 26 signed Lettered copies and the 4 signed PC copies that were not available to the general public in existence!

The value or desirability of your copy of Carrie does not diminish with the inclusion of these unsigned copies. Be it 5 copies or even 500, you will still belong in the small group of people who own a "signed Lettered" copy, and NO amount of unsigned copies will change that fact!

I personally think it a very nice touch that Pete was able to produce a few extra copies, that he could give to the various contributors involved in the production of these editions. Especially when you consider that Stephen King had made it abundantly clear that he would only sign a maximum of thirty signature sheets on each book.

Pete, you don't need to explain yourself here, you have done nothing wrong. Indeed, your extremely generous donation to this year's Haven Foundation Fundraiser is truly remarkable and absolutely breathtaking! Let me echo Merlin's sentiments in saying that you are an absolute legend and a STAR!!!!

[Randall Flagg]

I don't understand the concern here.... What does it matter that there are a number of unsigned copies of Carrie and Thinner out there?

Collector's like information and clarity. It's valuable to the community to know and understand (where possible) the variants of books such as these. That was why I wondered. I myself am not "concerned".

[Roseannebarr]

I don't understand the concern here.... What does it matter that there are a number of unsigned copies of Carrie and Thinner out there?

Collector's like information and clarity. It's valuable to the community to know and understand (where possible) the variants of books such as these. That was why I wondered. I myself am not "concerned".

No Concern here, INFORMATION is a theme in many of Stephen King's books === Hearts of Atlantis and Duma Key come to mind! Question asked, question answered. Pete is always willing to share! Thank You PETE!!!

[frik]

Something only a few here will be able to answer: did PS really up their game with the lettered Thinner? Practically everyone here, including myself, thinks Thinner is a much nicer production than (the lettered) Carrie. But is it really, or are the differences just a matter of taste?
I decided to pass on Carrie: too expensive in the first place, but also because of the chosen artist - like some of his stuff (own both lettered Secretary of Dreams), but not enough for a huge investment like this. It took me a long time to finally buy the remaining copy of Thinner, which I actually liked right from the start. I loved the traycase, color and printed image, loved the dust jacket and loved the artist. From what I've seen, except for the color and artwork, both editions look very similar and follow the same pattern, production wise.
To those who own both lettered editions, are the differences just a matter of taste, or is the lettered Thinner indeed a classier production?

sk

[Patrick]

Thanks for the additional info, Pete, and thank you for the donation to the site's fundraiser. It's really cool.