Joe Hill, Author

[WeDealInLead]

I could do without the New York Times callout, but love that art.

Same. Also could do without those fonts. I like PS books but their font choices are pretty unfortunate sometimes.

[Brian861]

Received the Graphic Novel collection today and I was surprised that 3 of the 5 stories don't list Joe as the writer. Were these just based on Joe's works?

Spoiler:

[Brian James Freeman]

I'm trying to help someone rebuild his records that were lost in a fire... is there anyone here who has kept track over the years of the original retail prices for Joe's Limited Editions? Not current values, but what would have been paid to the original publisher if you ordered from them at full price. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Brian

[WeDealInLead]

Received the Graphic Novel collection today and I was surprised that 3 of the 5 stories don't list Joe as the writer. Were these just based on Joe's works?

Spoiler:

Yep, they were adaptations. Pretty lame. I had those on my pull list at the comic shop and didn't even open the books until I got home. Had I actually checked them at the shop, I would've returned them.

[zelig]

I'm trying to help someone rebuild his records that were lost in a fire... is there anyone here who has kept track over the years of the original retail prices for Joe's Limited Editions? Not current values, but what would have been paid to the original publisher if you ordered from them at full price. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Brian

I'm driving at the moment. But I think I have a list of these back home. I'll check a little later when I get back. Unless someone else gets it to you sooner.

[Brian861]

Received the Graphic Novel collection today and I was surprised that 3 of the 5 stories don't list Joe as the writer. Were these just based on Joe's works?

Spoiler:

Yep, they were adaptations. Pretty lame. I had those on my pull list at the comic shop and didn't even open the books until I got home. Had I actually checked them at the shop, I would've returned them.

Ok, thanks. I'm collecting each issue of Joe's comics and variants but if he didn't actually write/co-write 'em, I'm not interested.

[Bev Vincent]

Horns (PS Publishing):

300 slipcased copies: £75
200 traycased copies: £200

[WeDealInLead]

Received the Graphic Novel collection today and I was surprised that 3 of the 5 stories don't list Joe as the writer. Were these just based on Joe's works?

Spoiler:

Yep, they were adaptations. Pretty lame. I had those on my pull list at the comic shop and didn't even open the books until I got home. Had I actually checked them at the shop, I would've returned them.

Ok, thanks. I'm collecting each issue of Joe's comics and variants but if he didn't actually write/co-write 'em, I'm not interested.

Woof! Prayin' 4 U.

[Beverly Marsh]

In case you are looking for signed copies of Joe's new Graphic novel releases - you can order from Waterstreet books:


Hi Chad,
Yes, we will have both of those and can have Joe sign them. If you do the order through our website, that would be easiest. Here are the links:
http://www.waterstreetbooks.com/book/9781631407680
http://www.waterstreetbooks.com/book/9781631408465

Just put in the order comment if you want them personalized.
Thanks!

Thanks for the info! Missed out on the Small World signing so was hoping to be able to grab one!

[MarcoL]

In case you are looking for signed copies of Joe's new Graphic novel releases - you can order from Waterstreet books:


Hi Chad,
Yes, we will have both of those and can have Joe sign them. If you do the order through our website, that would be easiest. Here are the links:
http://www.waterstreetbooks.com/book/9781631407680
http://www.waterstreetbooks.com/book/9781631408465

Just put in the order comment if you want them personalized.
Thanks!

Thanks for the info, Chad!

I now have no less than 18 different editions (US + UK) of The Fireman in my collection but am still missing three....please don't hesitate to drop me a note if you can help out

1st state US proof (the one with the red circle in the lower right corner that says 'bound manuscript galley not copyedited')
UK proof (with white page block)
Books A Million presigned US 1st edition (ISBN 9780062565839)

Damn, Marco! And I thought I had a lot of copies LOL. Might try your luck with eBay. That's where I found my BAM copy.

Thanks Brian!

I'm trying to help someone rebuild his records that were lost in a fire... is there anyone here who has kept track over the years of the original retail prices for Joe's Limited Editions? Not current values, but what would have been paid to the original publisher if you ordered from them at full price. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Brian

For which books/editions do you need the info specifically? I've kept track of all pricing info so I'm pretty sure I can help out

[surly]

Actually, post #1 in this thread has some publication prices listed for some of the early releases LINK

[brionen]

I just received my copy of the Fireman S/L from PS yesterday. When I pulled it out of the slipcase and was checking it out, I noticed that the price on the lower back cover had been crossed out with some type of black pen or marker, but it didn't completely cover it due to the slick coating; you can feel a difference in the texture where the mark was applied. The price showed £60, instead of the £70 that is the current retail price on the site.
My guess is that it is due to potential issues with direct customers, or customers of re-sellers, complaining about being overcharged for a new item. However, a note (posted on the website or included with the book) could have explained the reasoning for increasing the retail price, and the fact that reprinting dust jackets with the correct price would have lead it to be even higher. This approach just ends up in what looks like a defaced copy that's no longer in fine condition (no plans to sell it, but try to keep my books as close to perfect as possible in the event I must let something go).

Did anyone else's copy have the price crossed out, or at least an attempt at crossing it out, like mine did?

[Brian James Freeman]

Actually, post #1 in this thread has some publication prices listed for some of the early releases LINK

Oh wow, it's been so long since I've looked at the first page that I completely forgot that. Thank you!

Brian

[Brian James Freeman]

For which books/editions do you need the info specifically? I've kept track of all pricing info so I'm pretty sure I can help out

He's a bit of Joe Hill super fan and he had every signed Limited Edition and almost all of the Lettered Editions. They were also, unfortunately, lost in the fire and he needs some prices for the insurance company. They'll only work with him on the retail prices, not current market value, so that's what I'm hoping to find for him.

Brian

[Theli]

^ That's so sad.

I just received my copy of the Fireman S/L from PS yesterday. When I pulled it out of the slipcase and was checking it out, I noticed that the price on the lower back cover had been crossed out with some type of black pen or marker, but it didn't completely cover it due to the slick coating; you can feel a difference in the texture where the mark was applied. The price showed £60, instead of the £70 that is the current retail price on the site.
My guess is that it is due to potential issues with direct customers, or customers of re-sellers, complaining about being overcharged for a new item. However, a note (posted on the website or included with the book) could have explained the reasoning for increasing the retail price, and the fact that reprinting dust jackets with the correct price would have lead it to be even higher. This approach just ends up in what looks like a defaced copy that's no longer in fine condition (no plans to sell it, but try to keep my books as close to perfect as possible in the event I must let something go).

Did anyone else's copy have the price crossed out, or at least an attempt at crossing it out, like mine did?

That's actually really repulsive... some of the moves PS make are real head scratchers...

[cit74]

Huh - I never noticed that at first - yeah the price on mine is completely blacked out - but at an angle you can make out the 60 pounds that is still there underneath the marker...

[Joe315]

Huh - I never noticed that at first - yeah the price on mine is completely blacked out - but at an angle you can make out the 60 pounds that is still there underneath the marker...

That's ridiculous. Horrible decision on their part.

[Tommy]

I really can't believe they did that.

[cit74]

Still having to print NY times best seller on the front DJ is kinda lame as well - not what I'd want printed on my s/l - do you think they got money from NY times to do this? I've never seen anything like that before either - just seems odd. Maybe we should ask if they could print an alternate DJ to replace this one - without those needless quotes and price.

[Tommy]

Still having to print NY times best seller on the front DJ is kinda lame as well - not what I'd want printed on my s/l - do you think they got money from NY times to do this? I've never seen anything like that before either - just seems odd. Maybe we should ask if they could print an alternate DJ to replace this one - without those needless quotes and price.

I thought that as well.

[MarcoL]

I just received my copy of the Fireman S/L from PS yesterday. When I pulled it out of the slipcase and was checking it out, I noticed that the price on the lower back cover had been crossed out with some type of black pen or marker, but it didn't completely cover it due to the slick coating; you can feel a difference in the texture where the mark was applied. The price showed £60, instead of the £70 that is the current retail price on the site.
My guess is that it is due to potential issues with direct customers, or customers of re-sellers, complaining about being overcharged for a new item. However, a note (posted on the website or included with the book) could have explained the reasoning for increasing the retail price, and the fact that reprinting dust jackets with the correct price would have lead it to be even higher. This approach just ends up in what looks like a defaced copy that's no longer in fine condition (no plans to sell it, but try to keep my books as close to perfect as possible in the event I must let something go).

Did anyone else's copy have the price crossed out, or at least an attempt at crossing it out, like mine did?

I didn't inspect my copy that closely upon arrival, but after reading your post I immediately checked. The dustjacket on my copy is also defaced

Still having to print NY times best seller on the front DJ is kinda lame as well - not what I'd want printed on my s/l - do you think they got money from NY times to do this? I've never seen anything like that before either - just seems odd. Maybe we should ask if they could print an alternate DJ to replace this one - without those needless quotes and price.

I thought that as well.

Same here! A replacement DJ without a scratched out price would be more than welcome, even with the New York Times quote (but it would be even better without the quote).

[MarcoL]

For which books/editions do you need the info specifically? I've kept track of all pricing info so I'm pretty sure I can help out

He's a bit of Joe Hill super fan and he had every signed Limited Edition and almost all of the Lettered Editions. They were also, unfortunately, lost in the fire and he needs some prices for the insurance company. They'll only work with him on the retail prices, not current market value, so that's what I'm hoping to find for him.

Brian

I'll check my files tomorrow and will PM you the info.

[zelig]

Brian I checked when I got back home the other day and I don't have them. I thought I did. Sorry I couldn't help but looks like you have or will have what you need.

[Brian861]

I just received my copy of the Fireman S/L from PS yesterday. When I pulled it out of the slipcase and was checking it out, I noticed that the price on the lower back cover had been crossed out with some type of black pen or marker, but it didn't completely cover it due to the slick coating; you can feel a difference in the texture where the mark was applied. The price showed £60, instead of the £70 that is the current retail price on the site.
My guess is that it is due to potential issues with direct customers, or customers of re-sellers, complaining about being overcharged for a new item. However, a note (posted on the website or included with the book) could have explained the reasoning for increasing the retail price, and the fact that reprinting dust jackets with the correct price would have lead it to be even higher. This approach just ends up in what looks like a defaced copy that's no longer in fine condition (no plans to sell it, but try to keep my books as close to perfect as possible in the event I must let something go).


Did anyone else's copy have the price crossed out, or at least an attempt at crossing it out, like mine did?

That's really disappointing and has me reconsidering whether or not to purchase it. Unless the DJ issue is fixed.

[Patrick]

Late to the party, but mine has that as well. I never noticed until reading this thread and then checking my book. It's really a minor marking as far as those things go (small and near the bottom of the back). Since it was done by PS, I consider it the "as published" version, so it doesn't bother me.