Random Comments/Stream of Consciousness Thread

[Robert Fulman]

I hate posting two in a row. Maybe I should focus better and stick my thoughts in a different thread...

Anyhow, I just bought a second edition of Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Sign of Four" (second Sherlock Holmes book, Newnes 1892) for $10. It's not in perfect condition, but my initial perusal of the google suggests that it's worth a lot more than that.

[jhanic]

Pics?

John

[Robert Fulman]

I also threw it up on ebay, probably with an outrageous price, just see if I get any action...

[Ricky]

If I download the Kindle app. for PC and buy Mile 81, will I have the option to print it out? I'd really like to have a hardcopy, as my eyes don't do well reading on a screen for long.

[ELazansky]

"The Kindle for PC application doesn't offer the ability to print content, clip text, shop from within the application or search within a book."

[Nerak]

Please click me to donate to Karen's Breast Cancer Walk this year! Comeon peeps! I usually get $500 from y'all...I know I started late, but y'all can make up the slack...click that link and donate donate donate.

[Ricky]

"The Kindle for PC application doesn't offer the ability to print content, clip text, shop from within the application or search within a book."

Well crap.

[Robert Fulman]

When the big countdown started at 40 days, I thought it was the dumbest thing ever. Now that it's down to 14 days, I am actually getting excited to find out what it's all about.

[Randall Flagg]

When the big countdown started at 40 days, I thought it was the dumbest thing ever. Now that it's down to 14 days, I am actually getting excited to find out what it's all about.

Want a hint?

[Robert Fulman]

Yes, please.

[Randall Flagg]

Yes, please.

Hints start tomorrow. Stay tuned.

[Shannon]

LOOOLLLL so funny.

[CRinVA]

ok its tomorrow - where are the hints?

[Randall Flagg]

First hint:
www

[Room 217 Caretaker]

A new DT.org website?

[herbertwest]

http://darktower.com/ ==> finishes in roughly 9h35min

[herbertwest]

Was the countdown and project left aside with Universal's giving up?

[Ben Staad]

Was the countdown and project left aside with Universal's giving up?

Maybe. That sounds like a decent guess though. It is pretty disappointing to finally come to the conclusion of the countdown with no payoff.

[Manco]

Hello everyone. I'm new to the site and thought I'd drop by these parts and check everything out. I heard this place was a must for King collectors and I can see why; Looking through all these threads has opened my eyes to the hobby/life style. As for collecting itself, I am out of my element. My only exposure to collecting any print is in comic books, and it isn't nearly as impressive as anything here. As such, I'm a bit oblivious to some of the basics. I can see from browsing the site that most use extra protective materials on their dust jackets, etc.. My questions are, and I hope this is an acceptable place to ask,:

What type of slips do you all prefer on dust jackets?
Does the size needed vary by book?
How do you use tape to secure the plastic slip?
And is there any advantage to storing the dust jacket separate from the book?

I'm sure I could find the information around the web but everybody here seems like experts so I figured I might kill two birds with one stone. I'm really impressed with this website in general and you all are very well met. I look forward to posting here in the future and am very excited about collecting King.

-Andrew

[Merlin1958]

Hello everyone. I'm new to the site and thought I'd drop by these parts and check everything out. I heard this place was a must for King collectors and I can see why; Looking through all these threads has opened my eyes to the hobby/life style. As for collecting itself, I am out of my element. My only exposure to collecting any print is in comic books, and it isn't nearly as impressive as anything here. As such, I'm a bit oblivious to some of the basics. I can see from browsing the site that most use extra protective materials on their dust jackets, etc.. My questions are, and I hope this is an acceptable place to ask,:

What type of slips do you all prefer on dust jackets? I like "Brodart" protectors as do many here

Does the size needed vary by book? Sometimes, but generally no they fit the standard size

How do you use tape to secure the plastic slip? Never!!! You don't want tape anywhere near the book itself, but you can use it to "tighen up" a protective bag.

And is there any advantage to storing the dust jacket separate from the book? I suppose you could do this, but I think many will agree that once you've given it a Brodart cover you're in pretty good shape.


I'm sure I could find the information around the web but everybody here seems like experts so I figured I might kill two birds with one stone. I'm really impressed with this website in general and you all are very well met. I look forward to posting here in the future and am very excited about collecting King.

-Andrew

Welcome to the site Andrew!!!! Post often!!! Glad to have ya!!!! Answers, IMHO, above in "Bold".

[Manco]

Awesome

I actually just bought my first set of King hardcovers, DTI-VII. They aren't anything special yet but I figured baby steps

I like "Brodart" protectors as do many here

Do you have any recommendations on where to buy them?

Thanks for all the help Merlin.

[Merlin1958]

Awesome

I actually just bought my first set of King hardcovers, DTI-VII. They aren't anything special yet but I figured baby steps

I like "Brodart" protectors as do many here

Do you have any recommendations on where to buy them?

Thanks for all the help Merlin.

You're more than welcome!!!

https://www.shopbrodart.com/account/

If I remember correctly (I have "order history" to help out) it's generall a 9x6 size you want, but measure twice, cut once!!! LOL

[jhanic]

What Merlin said!

And welcome to the site. Don't worry about feeling "out of your element"! We all started slowly. Just beware--the collecting bug can bite, and bite HARD!

John

[Randall Flagg]

Hello everyone. I'm new to the site and thought I'd drop by these parts and check everything out. I heard this place was a must for King collectors and I can see why; Looking through all these threads has opened my eyes to the hobby/life style. As for collecting itself, I am out of my element. My only exposure to collecting any print is in comic books, and it isn't nearly as impressive as anything here. As such, I'm a bit oblivious to some of the basics. I can see from browsing the site that most use extra protective materials on their dust jackets, etc.. My questions are, and I hope this is an acceptable place to ask,:

What type of slips do you all prefer on dust jackets?
Does the size needed vary by book?
How do you use tape to secure the plastic slip?
And is there any advantage to storing the dust jacket separate from the book?

I'm sure I could find the information around the web but everybody here seems like experts so I figured I might kill two birds with one stone. I'm really impressed with this website in general and you all are very well met. I look forward to posting here in the future and am very excited about collecting King.

-Andrew

We have a thread discussing DJ's. Check it out:
HOW TO: Protective Covers For Your Books

[ELazansky]

Hello everyone. I'm new to the site and thought I'd drop by these parts and check everything out. I heard this place was a must for King collectors and I can see why; Looking through all these threads has opened my eyes to the hobby/life style. As for collecting itself, I am out of my element. My only exposure to collecting any print is in comic books, and it isn't nearly as impressive as anything here. As such, I'm a bit oblivious to some of the basics. I can see from browsing the site that most use extra protective materials on their dust jackets, etc.. My questions are, and I hope this is an acceptable place to ask,:

What type of slips do you all prefer on dust jackets?
Does the size needed vary by book?
How do you use tape to secure the plastic slip?
And is there any advantage to storing the dust jacket separate from the book?

I'm sure I could find the information around the web but everybody here seems like experts so I figured I might kill two birds with one stone. I'm really impressed with this website in general and you all are very well met. I look forward to posting here in the future and am very excited about collecting King.

-Andrew

Andrew,

Like Merlin suggested, I also use Brodart covers. These are ones I normally buy - http://www.shopbrodart.com/Book-Jack...-Covers/?q=III

I usually buy the 10" H by 23" W (#20 592 003). This usually covers most of the normal size books out there. If the book is shorter, then you fold the protector down a little, and if the length is shorter, you can trim it to size. You will not need tape to secure the dust jacket to the protector. It will be between the clear front and the paper back, so it will be just fine.