Book Collection:MikeDuke

[MikeDuke]

A little late, but here are the pics for The Omen AE
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_111730.jpg?9803
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_111748.jpg?2438
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_111818.jpg?437

[MikeDuke]

Now for the picks
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_111847.jpg?1715
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_111948.jpg?4704
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_112008.jpg?3695
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_112031.jpg?8140
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_112053.jpg?2089

That's it. I think, like all the other ones, This is a great AE.

[MikeDuke]

And now, a Lisey's Story proof from Ralph, that includes a little note book that I was told was rare to have with the proof.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221010_111619.jpg?8322

[MikeDuke]

That's it for now.

[becca69]

Nice!

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Becca :).

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That's the King book I just love....

....to hate the most!

[Stockerlone]

Big congrats Mike, THE OMEN is supernice !
Juliana Kolesova is a great artist, if i had a copy i would ask her for a remarque.

[MikeDuke]

That's the King book I just love....

....to hate the most!
I understand. I never read it, but I just wanted to build up proof collectltion more.

[MikeDuke]

Big congrats Mike, THE OMEN is supernice !
Juliana Kolesova is a great artist, if i had a copy i would ask her for a remarque.
Thanks Frank. It really is a nice copy. And tbe art is really good. I am affraid to ask
how muck remarque's are, so I don't.

[St. Troy]

Nice Omen (one of a handful of Suntups that I aaaaalmost pulled the trigger on).

Nice Lisey's Story (and I actually like that novel - it's good, damn it!).

[MikeDuke]

Nice Omen (one of a handful of Suntups that I aaaaalmost pulled the trigger on).

Nice Lisey's Story (and I actually like that novel - it's good, damn it!).
Thanks. I just like adding stuff that I can afford to my collection :).

[MikeDuke]

I have something nice from Ralph that he just sent off. We shall see how long it takes to get here.

[The Library Policeman]

Very nice, Mike. You’ve aquired some amazing stuff in the last year or two, mate. Congratulations!

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Alan. Yea, I am pleased with what I have acquired this year. We shall see if I can squeeze one more in though (not counting Suntup). I hope people like what I have on the way.
Including this and the Suntup that were bought before but shipped this year, this book will
make 25 books total. Mostly Suntup, but some signed and unsinged King in there as well. So I am happy with this year so far.

[Stockerlone]

Thanks Alan. Yea, I am pleased with what I have acquired this year. We shall see if I can squeeze one more in though (not counting Suntup). I hope people like what I have on the way.
Including this and the Suntup that were bought before but shipped this year, this book will
make 25 books total. Mostly Suntup, but some signed and unsinged King in there as well. So I am happy with this year so far.

Can´t wait to see it Mike.If you can't speeze it in your bookshelf anymore, I can give you my address.:idea:

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Alan. Yea, I am pleased with what I have acquired this year. We shall see if I can squeeze one more in though (not counting Suntup). I hope people like what I have on the way.
Including this and the Suntup that were bought before but shipped this year, this book will
make 25 books total. Mostly Suntup, but some signed and unsinged King in there as well. So I am happy with this year so far.

Can´t wait to see it Mike.If you can't speeze it in your bookshelf anymore, I can give you my address.:idea:
I should be ok Frank. I still have some space left, although I am getting creative now. I should get it on Mon.
Plus, Ralph said he has another item that he might be able to get for me. It sounds interesting, but I can't get it until I
am done paying this new item off.

[MikeDuke]

I got what I think is a nice copy of Rage. Pics when I can.

[MikeDuke]

And a little late, but here is my copy of Rage.
I know this first pic looks like it is worn on the bottom corners but it is not. It is fine. It just the way it came out in the picture
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221114_092341.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221114_092348.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221114_091930.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221114_092031.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Now, I am not going to give the book a grade. I will just say that I am very happy with the condition of it. One down, 3 to go.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice!
Reminds me of when I found my first copy at a used bookstore for about a dollar!

[The Library Policeman]

Superb, Mike. Looks to be a lovely copy.

[MikeDuke]

Nice!
Reminds me of when I found my first copy at a used bookstore for about a dollar!
Thanks. I did look in one store hoping to find something, but no luck. This was slightly more than a dollar :).

[MikeDuke]

Superb, Mike. Looks to be a lovely copy.
Thanks Alan. Yea, I agree. It is one of the better ones I have seen. But like I think I said, I refuse to "grade it".

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice!
Reminds me of when I found my first copy at a used bookstore for about a dollar!
Thanks. I did look in one store hoping to find something, but no luck. This was slightly more than a dollar :).

Yeah, I did that too and found my 2nd copy (Printed in Canada), for about 2 bucks. What a ripoff!
Seriously though, I was extremely lucky in finding the Bachman paperbacks. I found two copies of THE RUNNING MAN still on the shelf in a bookstore. I bought both of them.

[MikeDuke]

Wow. 2 copies. That's amazing.

[Randall Flagg]

It distinctly looks like the new fakes.

[MikeDuke]

I know you're joking Randall. Thanks for stopping by.

[MikeDuke]

Here is my AE CATCF
Here is the case front then back
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151232.jpg?1072
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151300.jpg?3638
Here is the spine
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151410.jpg?9897
And this is the spine of the case
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151335.jpg?4054
And the front of the case
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151452.jpg?8839

[MikeDuke]

Here are some interior shots
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151727.jpg?1040
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_152234.jpg?751
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_152033.jpg?7582
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151924.jpg?1169
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20221115_151619.jpg?1582

[MikeDuke]

I like this version a lot. The entire design is just great. I can't wait for the numbered.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

So that's what's inside all that shrink-wrap!

[MikeDuke]

So that's what's inside all that shrink-wrap!
Yep. That's it Steve.

[Br!an]

So that's what's inside all that shrink-wrap!

You can't get to the sweet part of the chocolate bar unless you take off the wrapper.

[MikeDuke]

So that's what's inside all that shrink-wrap!

You can't get to the sweet part of the chocolate bar unless you take off the wrapper.
Agreed.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

So that's what's inside all that shrink-wrap!

You can't get to the sweet part of the chocolate bar unless you take off the wrapper.
Agreed.

Also agreed!

[Stockerlone]

:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:

[St. Troy]

CATCF looks amazing.

[MikeDuke]

CATCF looks amazing.
Yea, I really like the look of it. I may have another cool, an I think rare
item on the payment plan with Ralph. I don't know what people will think
though. From what Ralph told me, it's pretty rare. I hope people like it.
But we are still working on the details.

[MikeDuke]

:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:
Thanks Frank. I really like it. I can't wait for the numbered.

[MikeDuke]

I was able to get a S\L Fairy Tale, so I am happy about that. I know I owe a lot of pictures, but I haven't
been feeling good lately. I will do the best I can.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Get well, Mike.
Looking forward to the pictures!

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Steve. It's more than the common cold so we shall see. Probably tomorrow.
Oh, and happy new year everyone.

[MikeDuke]

The art is the same in AE CATCF, so here are just three picks.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_143053.jpg?3538
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_142253.jpg
Great end papers
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_142334.jpg
and the sig page
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_143006.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Here is the AE of Animal Farm
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_141027.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_141013.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_141107.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_141419.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_141401.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_141255.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_141222.jpg

[MikeDuke]

And finally, the big boy, Imajica
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_145303.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_144326.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_144350.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_144407.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_144435.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Some pics
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_145205.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_145133.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_145103.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_145027.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_144823.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_144933.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_144630.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230106_1452321.jpg
Very interesting style. That's it for now.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

What happened to the signed/limited FAIRY TALE?
Did you accidentally send it to me?
If so, you'll never get it back.

[MikeDuke]

Soon Steve soon. Sorry, I did not send it to you.

[MikeDuke]

My Fairy Tale, that was originaly sold by Kris. But now it's with me :excited:
The case
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230109_142320.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230109_142606_0_.jpg
The front of the book
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230109_142635.jpg
The back of the book
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230109_142715.jpg
The sig page
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230109_142655.jpg
And wonderful end papers
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230109_142838.jpg

Again I am over the moon to have this book. It's all thanks to Kris who sold it to somebody and then Ralph
ended up with it and I got it from him.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That is fantastic.
I'll never admit I'm jealous, envious and all those other sins, so there!

[St. Troy]

The deluxe Fairy Tale is great (I wish there was an unsigned variant).

[Elliot HP Spencer]

Some great new stuff. I especially like that Suntup Imajica and limited Fairy Tale.

[MikeDuke]

Some great new stuff. I especially like that Suntup Imajica and limited Fairy Tale.
Thanks Elliot. Yea, I them as well. And to have one of only 200 FT is cool.

[Stockerlone]

Supersupersupernice new stuff, big big congrats Mike !!!

[MikeDuke]

Supersupersupernice new stuff, big big congrats Mike !!!
Thanks for stopping in Frank. I really appreciate yours and everybody else comments.

[MikeDuke]

Suntup AE of Hannibal. Interior pics are the same so just go to the front page as the numbered to see them. I am feeling lazy today.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123100.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123257.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123257.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123339.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_124847.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123446.jpg

Very nice edition.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Hannibal the Cannibal came over for some tea
Hannibal the Cannibal looked thoughtfully at me
What are you thinking Hannibal I asked innocently
Are you available for a cooking lesson he replied immediately

No I cannot do it I said with an eyebrow hike
Perhaps my friend would like one, you know, my buddy Mike
That sounds wonderful said H, I'm sure that he will like
The dish we prepare together that I'll eat with fork and knife!

[MikeDuke]

That's a good one Steve. Thanks for stopping by.

[MikeDuke]

Got 3 new items from Ralph
Outsider proof
Bachman Running Man
S\L From a Buick 8
Pick during the week.

[kingfan2323]

Suntup AE of Hannibal. Interior pics are the same so just go to the front page as the numbered to see them. I am feeling lazy today.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123100.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123257.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123257.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123339.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_124847.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230120_123446.jpg

Very nice edition.Beautiful and such an awesome story. Congrats.

ISO: (1sts f/f), Bazaar, Different Seasons, Mr. Mercedes

[MikeDuke]

Thank you very much :).

[MikeDuke]

Some new gets from Ralph
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_122614.jpg
and it came with a letter
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_122634.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Working on the Bachman books
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_122527.jpg

[MikeDuke]

And a S\L numbered From a Buick 8
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123029.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123113.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123754.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123625.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123515.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123306.jpg
The sig page
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123228.jpg

The Art is insane in this book.

[MikeDuke]

And here is an Advanced Uncorrected proof I forgot to post
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_124158.jpg

[kingfan2323]

And a S\L numbered From a Buick 8
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123029.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123113.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123754.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123625.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123515.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230126_123306.jpg

The Art is insane in this book.Such a great book. Beautiful design choices and good call on the great art. Congrats!

ISO: (1sts f/f), Bazaar, Different Seasons, Mr. Mercedes

[MikeDuke]

Yea, I am really impressed with this one.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I like the THE OUTSIDER proof!

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Steve. The condition is pretty good I think.

[MistaP]

Nice collection Mike, and one hell of a personal story. Keep on fighting 'n' collecting! Regards, Peter.

[MikeDuke]

Nice collection Mike, and one hell of a personal story. Keep on fighting 'n' collecting! Regards, Peter.
Thanks Peter. And yep, will keep fighting and collecting. Well, collecting as long as my wallet allows me.
But thanks for stopping in.

[Stockerlone]

Big congrats Mike, the From a Buick 8 S/L is one of my fav. SK S/Ls i own.

[MikeDuke]

Big congrats Mike, the From a Buick 8 S/L is one of my fav. SK S/Ls i own.
Thanks Frank. It is really nice. Once day I will get around to reading it :).

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I hated FROM A BUICK 8, but since my tastes seem to be changing as I (very gracefully) age, I may be due for another shot at it.

[MikeDuke]

I have told a few people here, but this is sort of like a family also, so I will share with anybody who ends up in here.
I was diagnosed with stomach cancer, if I remember in Nov. It sucks. I feel though that I will beat this, at some point.
This is a tough one because of it's location and I read that stomach cancer is very bad. But, with the meds I am on and the infusions
I am getting, my numbers are getting better. In a about 2 months I go back for a major look to see what is going on,
but every three weeks I go for my infusion. Yea, again, it really sucks. I have no idea if this will go away. So that's
all I have to say at this point.

[ajw2910]

Sorry to hear this, sending good thoughts and prayers your way. Take care.

[Randall Flagg]

Positive thoughts sent your way.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Mike, I hardly know what to say!
Hang in there, I need you, we all need you!
I'll pray for you and hope there's someone up there to hear me!

[MikeDuke]

Thanks everybody. Again, it may take awhile. Hopefully when they take blood next Wed, it will show an improvement, and when I go for the major check up, it will
be a big one. I heard stomach cancer is tough and maybe last your entire life. Hopefully we can shrink it down to where it's not as sever.
Again, thanks you everybody. And Steve, I need you too. Who else will point my grammar mistakes.

[herbertwest]

You'll beat this !

[St. Troy]

Best wishes Mike. Keep looking ahead; good things happen.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks guys for the encouragement. It really does make my day.

[MikeDuke]

Wed I go for my next infusion and in a few months they will do some more tests to see what is happening.
It's probably too soon to see if the tumor has shrank though.

[Br!an]

Sorry to hear about the cancer. Hang in there and do what you need to do. People are surviving cancer more and more these days. You'll be one of those.

[MikeDuke]

Sorry to hear about the cancer. Hang in there and do what you need to do. People are surviving cancer more and more these days. You'll be one of those.
Thanks Brian. This is only my third infusion and then I start on my pill regiment again for 3 weeks. I just know that Stomach cancer is a bad one.
I know there are worse, but who knows how long it will take to get better. It might be a long time. It just sucks. But, I am not a quitter.

[Elliot HP Spencer]

I have told a few people here, but this is sort of like a family also, so I will share with anybody who ends up in here.
I was diagnosed with stomach cancer, if I remember in Nov. It sucks. I feel though that I will beat this, at some point.
This is a tough one because of it's location and I read that stomach cancer is very bad. But, with the meds I am on and the infusions
I am getting, my numbers are getting better. In a about 2 months I go back for a major look to see what is going on,
but every three weeks I go for my infusion. Yea, again, it really sucks. I have no idea if this will go away. So that's
all I have to say at this point.

Sorry to read this. Positive thoughts and healing wishes sent your way. Hang in there.

[Garrell]

Sending prayers to you and your family.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks guys. It seems the medication I am on is working, because all my bad numbers are slowly getting better. I think in about a month or 2 I will have a scan to see
what it is doing to the tumor itself. Still sucks though. Thanks again for stopping in and say Hi.

[Ben Eads]

I have told a few people here, but this is sort of like a family also, so I will share with anybody who ends up in here.
I was diagnosed with stomach cancer, if I remember in Nov. It sucks. I feel though that I will beat this, at some point.
This is a tough one because of it's location and I read that stomach cancer is very bad. But, with the meds I am on and the infusions
I am getting, my numbers are getting better. In a about 2 months I go back for a major look to see what is going on,
but every three weeks I go for my infusion. Yea, again, it really sucks. I have no idea if this will go away. So that's
all I have to say at this point.

Sending prayers and good vibes, my friend. Please keep us posted. Much love.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Ben, and everyone else. I have one more full treatment of pills and an infusion, then they will do tests on the tumor, I think, to if it did anything.
I will keep people updated.

[MikeDuke]

Up loading a lot. I forgot to do The Handmaids Tail so I will do that first.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230201_123308.jpg?4451
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http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230201_123617.jpg?6368

[MikeDuke]

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230201_123319.jpg?8854
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http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230201_123753.jpg

[MikeDuke]

A great ed indeed.

[MikeDuke]

And now Jaws numbered
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_141044.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_141135.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_141232.jpg?7834

[MikeDuke]

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_141213.jpg

[MikeDuke]

The hits just keep on coming. The art is the same the AE. So, just check that out if you want to see iit. I am lazy again :).

[St. Troy]

So many nice touches on Jaws.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Be careful of that shark, he bites.
You don't want a glass sliver, they are hard to get out!

[MikeDuke]

I will careful Steve. The lamb is safe also, so no worries.

[MikeDuke]

Here is Zombie AE
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_160828.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_160814.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_160957.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_161226.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_161103.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230213_161147.jpg

Nice, but very freaky art

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Thanks for the pictures, for that's the only way I'll see it onnoconna that's one Suntup book I'll never buy.

[Stockerlone]

3 x BIG congrats Mike !!!

[St. Troy]

It's weird for me to see the words "Joyce Carol Oates Zombie" together, because JCO always reminds me of Joyce Carol Vincent, a British woman who died at home and whose body wasn't found for around 2 years (her body was discovered in January 2006, with an estimated death date in December 2003).

[MikeDuke]

It's weird for me to see the words "Joyce Carol Oates Zombie" together, because JCO always reminds me of Joyce Carol Vincent, a British woman who died at home and whose body wasn't found for around 2 years (her body was discovered in January 2006, with an estimated death date in December 2003).
Thanks for that little tid bit :biggrin:.

[St. Troy]

Thanks for that little tid bit :biggrin:.

Sorry for the grim detour.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks for that little tid bit :biggrin:.

Sorry for the grim detour.
No worries.

[MikeDuke]

I got something that I think is special. I got a 1 of 20 Red portfolios from Insomnia. I really liked that book. Most of the Red portfolios were incomplete. Mine
is not only complete, but has an extra that maybe no other portfolio has. I got it from Ralph and this is what he said about it.


"Glimmer Graphics released 400 signed Insomnia Folders. 380 numbered in a black folder and 20 numbered in a red folder.
The red folders are numbered 1-20. The black folders are numbered 21-400.

The numbered red folders (numbered 10-20) were supposed to have an original drawing to accompany each red folder. Not all the originals got turned in for the project. Only 6 or 7 originals were turned in. Not sure what happened, but that is the story from Glimmer. That means 3 or 4 of the red portfolios never received the originals to complete the project. This one, “Number 20” (the last one in the red group) is accompanied by the prelim original Insomnia drawing in pencil, but also includes Hales different attempts/practices at the “Insomnia” drawing on the back of the original. This is believed to be Phil’s earliest attempts at the Insomnia drawings. “Number 20” also includes an additional duplicate plate signed by King and Hale without the numbering on it. All 400 published folders (Red or Black) were published with the same six color plates with one of the six being signed by King and Hale with the limitation numbering.

RED Folder #20
5 Color Plates
1 Color Plate with King and Hale signatures and numbered #20
1 Original in pencil (Approx. 8.5 x 11 or a tad larger) Pre lim drawings on back of this original

Bonus:

1 Additional plate signed by King and Hale (This is the plate used for the front of Insomnia S/L)"

pics hopefully this weekend. But it is very cool and I think rare. I hope people like it.

[MikeDuke]

Plus I owe pics on Slaughter House Five which I recently got.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I'm not sure I ever heard of the INSOMNIA portfolio. I'll be sure to look at the pictures!

[Br!an]

I'd say that's pretty special, Mike.

And Steve, the catalog is your friend.

www.thedarktower.org=Insomnia+Portfolio+S+L (https://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Insomnia+Portfolio+-+S+L)

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Brian. Yes that's the one I got. The fact that he did not do all 10 of the extra ones and that I was also able to get some early sketches is cool. Pics probably tomorrow.

[MikeDuke]

The first of two overdue sets of pics. First Suntuo numbered Slaughterhouse Five
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_152712.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_152538.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_152658.jpg?9402

[MikeDuke]

No for some pics
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_152831.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_153221.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_153149.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_153027.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_153056.jpg

And the Sig page
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_152748.jpg

I really like this edition. High quality in my opinion.

[MikeDuke]

And now for the second item. What I think is a very rare Red Insomnia portfolio
First, a summary from Ralph, who I bought this from. This may be one of the unique a complete sets.
Glimmer Graphics released 400 signed Insomnia Folders. 380 numbered in a black folder and 20 numbered in a red folder.
The red folders are numbered 1-20. The black folders are numbered 21-400.
The numbered red folders (numbered 10-20) were supposed to have an original drawing to accompany each red folder. Not all the originals got turned in for the project. Only 6 or 7 originals were turned in. Not sure what happened, but that is the story from Glimmer. That means 3 or 4 of the red portfolios never received the originals to complete the project.
This one, “Number 20” (the last one in the red group) is accompanied by the prelim original Insomnia drawing in pencil, but also includes Hales different attempts/practices at the “Insomnia” drawing on the back of the original. This is believed to be Phil’s earliest attempts at the Insomnia drawings.
“Number 20” also includes an additional duplicate plate signed by King and Hale without the numbering on it.
All 400 published folders (Red or Black) were published with the same six color plates with one of the six being signed by King and Hale with the limitation numbering.

RED Folder #20

5 Color Plates
1 Color Plate with King and Hale signatures and numbered #20
1 Original in pencil (Approx. 8.5 x 11 or a tad larger) Pre lim drawings on back of this original

Bonus:

1 Additional plate signed by King and Hale (This is the plate used for the front of Insomnia S/L)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151114.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151302.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_1517141.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_171717.jpg?3419
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151544.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151737.jpg?4952
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151450.jpg
Bonus pic, again singed by King and Hale
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151334.jpg
Prelim sketch done by Hale
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151140.jpg
And some very early practice ideas
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151206.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

Outstanding acquisition. Congratulations.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Randal.
But to have such a complete and limited set makes me feel very good. To have TWO King and Hale sigs in one item is so cool.
Plus the bonus practice drawings. I mean, I can't imagine too many have that.
I will not disclose what I paid because I am sure people will say stuff. But I think I got a deal considering what this came with.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Very nice INSOMNIA portfolio.
You are so mean! I ought to have that, but am not sure I do, which means I have to dig a lot of expensive books off a top shelf to see if it's slipped in there. If I drop one, it's your fault!

[MikeDuke]

Very nice INSOMNIA portfolio.
You are so mean! I ought to have that, but am not sure I do, which means I have to dig a lot of expensive books off a top shelf to see if it's slipped in there. If I drop one, it's your fault!
Steve, I have seen your stuff. You have so many books, I take no responsibility :).

[Elliot HP Spencer]

And now for the second item. What I think is a very rare Red Insomnia portfolio
First, a summary from Ralph, who I bought this from. This may be one of the unique a complete sets.
Glimmer Graphics released 400 signed Insomnia Folders. 380 numbered in a black folder and 20 numbered in a red folder.
The red folders are numbered 1-20. The black folders are numbered 21-400.
The numbered red folders (numbered 10-20) were supposed to have an original drawing to accompany each red folder. Not all the originals got turned in for the project. Only 6 or 7 originals were turned in. Not sure what happened, but that is the story from Glimmer. That means 3 or 4 of the red portfolios never received the originals to complete the project.
This one, “Number 20” (the last one in the red group) is accompanied by the prelim original Insomnia drawing in pencil, but also includes Hales different attempts/practices at the “Insomnia” drawing on the back of the original. This is believed to be Phil’s earliest attempts at the Insomnia drawings.
“Number 20” also includes an additional duplicate plate signed by King and Hale without the numbering on it.
All 400 published folders (Red or Black) were published with the same six color plates with one of the six being signed by King and Hale with the limitation numbering.

RED Folder #20

5 Color Plates
1 Color Plate with King and Hale signatures and numbered #20
1 Original in pencil (Approx. 8.5 x 11 or a tad larger) Pre lim drawings on back of this original

Bonus:

1 Additional plate signed by King and Hale (This is the plate used for the front of Insomnia S/L)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151114.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151302.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_1517141.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_171717.jpg?3419
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151544.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151737.jpg?4952
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151450.jpg
Bonus pic, again singed by King and Hale
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151334.jpg
Prelim sketch done by Hale
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151140.jpg
And some very early practice ideas
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230316_151206.jpg

Wow, that's awesome. I especially like the prelim. Congratulations.

[Randall Flagg]

The sketch and prelim make this a VERY RARE item. I have the red portfolio, but (I'll check), but not the rare piece, and the even more rare sketch. Truly an item of which perhaps only 5 or 6 exist.

[MikeDuke]

The sketch and prelim make this a VERY RARE item. I have the red portfolio, but (I'll check), but not the rare piece, and the even more rare sketch. Truly an item of which perhaps only 5 or 6 exist.
Yea, that's what I was told. It makes me feel good to have something so rare. The fact that it has the other sketch, which is also signed makes this so valuable to me.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Elliot HP Spencer. It is so cool.

[MikeDuke]

Here some pics of The Long Walk for CP that I got a few days ago.
First, the case.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_125844.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_125834.jpg

[MikeDuke]

And the book itself with the DJ fully opened.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_125928.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_130006.jpg
and the title page
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_130111.jpg
I like how the cover depicts a "normal" world with people eating breakfast, and the out side world with the kids and the military marching.

[MikeDuke]

There are not that many pics, but I like how the book is broken up with highway signs.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_130728.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_130752.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_131458.jpg

[MikeDuke]

A little chap book came with it as well.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_130948.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_130410.jpg

[MikeDuke]

And the sig page
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230326_130327.jpg

This is a very nice production from CP. I know Jerad won't do Rage, but it would cool, if he got
permission to do the other two.

[St. Troy]

Nice pics.

I'd love it if Centipede (or Suntup) took a crack at The Running Man.

[MikeDuke]

Nice pics.

I'd love it if Centipede (or Suntup) took a crack at The Running Man.
Yea, that would be cool.

[MikeDuke]

I might as well share this as well. I fell in the bathroom and I landed on the metal threshold for the shower. I cracked a rib and messed up my toe.
I just can't get a break. Get it :).

[St. Troy]

Oof! Best wishes bouncing back (not that now is a good time to bounce).

[MikeDuke]

Oof! Best wishes bouncing back (not that now is a good time to bounce).
Yea, I am just in a physical funk recently.

[Randall Flagg]

Oof! Best wishes bouncing back (not that now is a good time to bounce).
Yea, I am just in a physical funk recently.
I can sympathize. A few months ago the only "break" I could get was fractured ribs.
Ice the first few days, then transition to a heat pad. Keep a pillow handy to hug if you have to cough or sneeze.
It takes 3-12 weeks for bruised/fractured rib(s) to heal.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Jerome It actually not that bad. Just certain moves and when I wake up. I am only on the first week, so I have a ways go go. I am lucky it's only one.
I am just focusing on King and my home theater to make me feel better. I really wish I could some get some higher end items then I already have. But
it's tough. We shall see.

[Stockerlone]

:thumbsup::clap::clap::clap::thumbsup:

[MikeDuke]

:thumbsup::clap::clap::clap::thumbsup:
I am trying Frank. I am trying.

[MikeDuke]

Here is the Suntup numbered Omen
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140604.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140521.jpg

[MikeDuke]

More pics
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140725.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140810.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140844.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140909.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140942.jpg

And the sig page
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230405_140651.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Update:
So, I went to get a PET scan on Tues. It showed that the tumor in my stomach has gone down 65%, but there may be something on my neck. So
we need to check that out. But I am happy about the stomach.

[St. Troy]

Good news! One day at a time.

[MikeDuke]

Good news! One day at a time.
Thank you. That's the way I do it. One day at a time.

[Stockerlone]

Very good try, congrats for the supernice Suntup numbered Omen !!!

[MikeDuke]

Very good try, congrats for the supernice Suntup numbered Omen !!!
Thanks Frank.

[MikeDuke]

More Suntup Stuff. If You see her Classic
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_124605.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_124859.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_125225.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_125125.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_125040.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_124935.jpg

That's it. I really like edition.

[MikeDuke]

And now Poe. We will start with A Tell Tale Heart
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_131200.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_131309.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_131249.jpg

[MikeDuke]

The rest of Poe tomorrow.

[MikeDuke]

A little late, but here is the rest Poe
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_1256271.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_1310251.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_1259141.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130018_0011.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130057_0011.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130133_001.jpg

[MikeDuke]

More Poe
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130225_002.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130320_0011.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130411_0031.jpg
There is so much, but you get the idea :).

[MikeDuke]

And now Zombie
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230515_124733.jpg?5467
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230515_125043.jpg?7577
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230515_125016.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230515_124934.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230515_124834.jpg?4607

[MikeDuke]

I really like this one. The all white and the plastic that covers it. Really cool.

[St. Troy]

The Poe is incredible.

[Elliot HP Spencer]

A little late, but here is the rest Poe
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_1256271.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_1310251.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_1259141.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130018_0011.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130057_0011.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230421_130133_001.jpg

The Suntup Poe is really impressive looking. Congrats on adding that to your collection.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks guys. I agree. This Poe ed is awesome. Also, just got have you moved for Dark Matter numbered. I love the AE. I wonder what color I ill get.

[Stockerlone]

CONGRATS Mike !!!

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Frank. This a beast but that lettered one is insane.
BTW, I just got Hannibal numbered and I like the looks of it. Pics this weekend.

[MikeDuke]

Here is Hannibal Rising
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140259.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140355.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140526.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Now the pics
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140603.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140707.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140725.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140746.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230523_140437.jpg

I think the art is amazing in this one.

[Randall Flagg]

Stunning art. Congratulations!

[MikeDuke]

Thank Jerome. I agree. The art is just stunning.

[MikeDuke]

I shared this with a few people, but I am going to share publicly. For the last couple of months I have been fighting stomach cancer. That is a bad one. If not caught early, the survival rate is not good.
But, we did catch it early so that's a good thing. My last PET scan showed that the therapies I am on have shrunk the tumor 60%. I think I have another one in 2 months? I don't remember. Plus
my white cell count and red cell count have improved. And my Hemoglobin which was at 5 or 6 has gone up to at least 10. So things are going in the right direction. Collecting and my HT have helped
me along the way.

Well, that's it for now.

[ajw2910]

Great news Mike! Praying for your continued recovery!!

[St. Troy]

Just keep going in the right direction, one day at a time (a cliche, but a useful one!).

[webstar1000]

Thinking of you Mike.


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[Elliot HP Spencer]

Good to hear your numbers are heading in the right direction. Stay positive.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks everyone for the positive thoughts. Next week I go in for my infusion.

[roopeshjoshi]

Get well soon.

[Stockerlone]

Get well soon Mike !!!

[MikeDuke]

Thanks again everyone.

[CyberGhostface]

Hope you feel better soon.

[MikeDuke]

Hope you feel better soon.
Thanks a lot. I definitely feel better now than before.

[MikeDuke]

Two books coming your way. First is Hex
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_132656.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_132616.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_132840.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_132944.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_133028_0_.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_133156.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_132754.jpg

[MikeDuke]

And now Dark Matters
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_133653.jpg?3529
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_133811.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_133837.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_134024.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_134047.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_134107.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_134125.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230607_134143.jpg

[MikeDuke]

I like both of these a lot.

[Stockerlone]

2x BIG congrats Mike !!!

[Elliot HP Spencer]

So much good stuff. Look forward to seeing your next new adds.

[MikeDuke]

So much good stuff. Look forward to seeing your next new adds.
Thanks Elliot. I do have something special coming down the line with some rare and one of a kind items.
It's not from a major book, but the entire package is incredible. Maybe a month or month in a half.
I hope people will like it Thanks again for stopping by :biggrin:

[MikeDuke]

Tomorrow should be a great day.

[St. Troy]

Can't wait to see.

[MikeDuke]

Boy is it a lot of stuff. Some very stuff also. There at least two items that are 1/1. Another item that is >10. And one other item of 5. Plus a first that has a
number of remarques.

[St. Troy]

Now I really can’t wait to see.

[MikeDuke]

The issue is, it's based of a book that is not on the level of Salems. Lot, Christine, the Shining etc.... So I don't know what people will think.
We shall see though.

[MikeDuke]

Pictures to come at some point, but this is what I got from Ralph
Original by Alex McVey on clay board used by Cemetery Dance for the limited print. 1 of 1
Original "Road Closed" print done by Alex. 1 of 1
First Edition by Cemetery Dance
First Edition Baseball Card In the Custom Wooden Case

Signed by King US First Edition with extra story. He did not do a tour for this. I think this was around the time of the car accident so he couldn't tour. (All Scribner US first prints had the extra story, but Cemetery Dance release didn't) less than 10 were signed
UK First Edition with extra story
Cemetery Dance First Limited Print
Cemetery Dance Baseball Card (housed in special area of the custom wood case)
Cemetery Dance Proof
White proof 5 for collectors.

Now, I don't know what people will think of this because it's the BB book and not something more popular like Misery, The Shining, The Stand... etc. But I am happy to have it in my collection. I am not going to say what I paid for it, but I believe it's worth more. If anybody has ideas on what this may be worth, I am open to what your thoughts are.

[Randall Flagg]

Those are all very rare and compelling items.

[MikeDuke]

Those are all very rare and compelling items.
Thanks Randall. It ill all make more sense when I try to but something that explains it more
and posts my pictures. I was just worried that people would not find it fascinating because
of title. That's all.

[Randall Flagg]

Blockade Billy is of course not a novel. In fact, it's not even a novella. It's simply a short story that CD asked King to allow them to do a S/L and other versions of.
Of course (IMO) CD did a very nice job of their productions.
The art by Alex McVey was not what one would expect-in fact it was pretty damn unexpectedly not what one would imagine McVey doing. In that regard it was a very pleasant surprise.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks for the info Jerome.

[MikeDuke]

It was complex, but tomorrow, I will post the pics.

[MikeDuke]

Trying to post some pics. Got this set from Ralph.
First is a one of 5 proofs in the wild. There were originally supposed to be 14. Some were destroyed and the others were sent out for review.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_153307.jpg?2119
next is the UK first edition
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_152547.jpg?6074
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_152522.jpg?7232
And this is the box that holds most of the books
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_152326.jpg?6162

[MikeDuke]

Next is the Scribner first ed signed by King. Less then 10.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_161605.jpg?4980
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_152458.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_152618.jpg

[MikeDuke]

This is clay board and a paper sign that is one of one. No other versions exists. Plus the card as well. This will eventually go in a shadow box
that I will take a picture of once I get it.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_162112.jpg?659
Here is info from Alex McVey about it:
"As far as medium, yes, it is ink on clay board, which is Masonite that has a thin coat of white clay
on one side. I like doing my drawings on this, because they're so much more durable than ink on
paper. Plus, you'll notice that I can fill in large areas with black ink, and literally lift lights spots
out of it, by scratching it with a scratchboard knife and revealing the white from the clay. The
scratch technique really shows up in the grass."

The small BB road sign I did for you is an original done with Pointillism. A technique of painting
in which small, distinct dots of pure color are applied in patterns to form an image. I obviously
like using black.



Again. These are one of one. No other editions of this exist.

[MikeDuke]

Some of the re-marques in an unsinged version
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_152823.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_152856.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230628_153238.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Some of the pics are not uploading. Basically one small re-marque and the pics in the book. I don't know why I am getting an error message on them.
I may try later. But I am very happy to have this. The fact that it has a number of very limited items makes it that much better.

[ajw2910]

Very cool additions to your collection!! I am really impressed by these!!!

[MikeDuke]

Very cool additions to your collection!! I am really impressed by these!!!
Thank you very much.

[wizardsrainbow]

very very nice!!

[MikeDuke]

very very nice!!
Thanks David. It is neat to have many limited items, even if the book is a "lower" book.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I guess you hit a home run out of the park with this set.

[MikeDuke]

I guess you hit a home run out of the park with this set.
Yes I did Steve. Yes I did :)

[Stockerlone]

AMAZING new stuff, big big congrats Mike !!!

[MikeDuke]

AMAZING new stuff, big big congrats Mike !!!
Thanks Frank. I am very happy and proud to have this in my collection.

[St. Troy]

Very cool group of items, a lot of unique things there.

[MikeDuke]

Very cool group of items, a lot of unique things there.
Thanks a lot. That's what drew me to this set.

[MikeDuke]

Here is the assembled Shadow box.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230703_162812.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

A very nice presentation.

Did you say you found out there are only 5 of the white proofs that exist, or only five that were released?

[ajw2910]

Yes, that looks awesome!!! Well done!

[MikeDuke]

A very nice presentation.

Did you say you found out there are only 5 of the white proofs that exist, or only five that were released?
Steve, do you remember that proof site that was out there? People from here even contributed to the site?
This is a direct quote from that site:
"16 copies of the white proof, of which eight went to reviewers, three were damaged, leaving a total of five for collections."
Plus, I have two of the one that have the cover on it. Only 40 of them. One will be used in a trade at some point.

[MikeDuke]

Yes, that looks awesome!!! Well done!
Thank you very much.

[Elliot HP Spencer]

Here is the assembled Shadow box.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230703_162812.jpg

Very nice! Awesome presentation.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Elliot. It looks really cool in person. The book doesn't open up but having two 1/1 items in there is very nice.

[St. Troy]

All it's missing is a spotlight.

[MikeDuke]

Health update:
From what the doctors said, it has gotten a lot better, but I will probably (might) be on chemo for the rest of my life because the kind of cancer I have is a bitch. So that really sucks. I am hoping that isn't the case, but that's what it sounded like to me. We will keep on doing what I am doing and see where I am in another six months. The doctor was impressed with my progress though. It still sucks.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Hang in there, Mike, I'm rooting for you.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks Steve. We will see how it goes. It's been 6 months and there has been progress. Evidently, Stomach cancer is a very persistent kind of cancer.
So, I will keep taking the medication, and hope for the best.

[Randall Flagg]

Hang in there. Persevere.



The alternative is not to be considered.

[MikeDuke]

I know Jerome, I know. It's just that my entire life has been a struggle, and now this bullshit. It seems like maintenance is my only option for now.
Like I said, I will give it a full year of treatment and we will see where I am at. I know what would make me feel better but I can't afford
any of them :). Just kidding. I know you have struggles also and I do wish you good thoughts.

But enough of this bull crap. Ralph said he may have some items for me. Proofs, first ed and signed firsts. So I am anxious to see what they are.

[MikeDuke]

I have two items that Ralph is getting me. One I am paying off now, and then I will start on the other one.
The first is an unsinged, but I think rare and somewhat desirable package and the other is first ed flat signed.
Although, I don't know how rare the first is.

[St. Troy]

Curious to see.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Me 2
I looked at that King proof site today, set up by Paul, and there are SO MANY I'd like to have!

[MikeDuke]

Me 2
I looked at that King proof site today, set up by Paul, and there are SO MANY I'd like to have!
Steve, a link.

[herbertwest]

zelig.io

[MikeDuke]

zelig.io
That's the one I already knew about. I thought there was another one. I have a few rare ones, which is cool.
Too bad so many are unknown.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

One of mine is pictured there!

[MikeDuke]

They are not mine of course, but I have a few of the rare ones.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Speaking of rare, and not trying to usurp your thread (YES I AM, Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha!) A Magic the Gathering 1 of 1 CCG trading card has supposedly just sold for two million bucks!

Say, uh, pictures of book(s), Mike?

[MikeDuke]

None of mine are on that site. I just meant that I few that are listed on the site. That's all.
I have three purchases that I am buying from Ralph, but it will be a while before I can even
post one because it's up there, for me.

[MikeDuke]

Just did a deal with Ralph. It turns out Dune really was not for me. So, I sold Dune 1 and 2 to someone who wanted them, and I am using that money
for three King books. None signed, but still good stuff. I still have two more books from Ralph, then I am going to do a cool trade.
I may get the books in two weeks. Plus, besides the other two, I have something really cool coming from Ralph again.
Not signed, but pretty rare to have a complete set. So, some good stuff coming my way.
Plus, I have ANOTHER deal with Ralph once I do the other two which is really cool.

[St. Troy]

Can't wait to see.

[MikeDuke]

It's some good stuff, and I still have more after. But this is the bulk of it.

[MikeDuke]

Getting some stuff tomorrow. Plus, next, more stuff being shipped out. And I got Suntup Animal Farm numbered. I really like it.

[MikeDuke]

BTW. what do people feel about PC editions. I may have a chance at a lettered PC. I am going to get it to help build my
lettered collection. I was just wondering.

[MikeDuke]

So, I got my first package from Ralph. A first Backman Long walk that looks amazing. A blaze proof and a first ed Danse Macbre published by Everest house.
Plus, I have more stuff that Ralph is sending next week.

[ajw2910]

BTW. what do people feel about PC editions. I may have a chance at a lettered PC. I am going to get it to help build my
lettered collection. I was just wondering.

I’ve always been on the fence about PC editions. Not sure why, but I usually try for a number or letter of at all possible. Just me, I’m sure others have opinions……

[MikeDuke]

I am the same way, but it still a lettered ed and looks like a lettered ed. Plus, it would be the only PC I would have in my collection.
I also will try to stick to just signed first, numbered, and if I can afford them lettered. For instance, I would love a lettered
Shining, but Ralph said they hardly are on the market. Or maybe other more "affordable" lettered book.

[ajw2910]

Yes, at least you have the lettered edition regardless if it’s PC! I have no SK lettered editions. Have some by other authors and the extra value in them is always nice. Looking forward to seeing what you have acquired!!

[MikeDuke]

Yes, at least you have the lettered edition regardless if it’s PC! I have no SK lettered editions. Have some by other authors and the extra value in them is always nice. Looking forward to seeing what you have acquired!!
I am still thinking about it. But I do I have 3 newer get's, but I am only going to post 2 because one of them needs a DJ. I will post that one when I get it. The other two I will try and do tomorrow.

[MikeDuke]

Some of my new gets
First is The Long Walk. May not be perfect, but I am satisfied. Only Road Work to go.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230828_154052.jpg?612
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230828_154137.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230828_1541471.jpg?5573

[MikeDuke]

And now the second one.
Blaze Proof
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230828_154237.jpg?4646
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230828_154319.jpg

[MikeDuke]

I have a third, but I am waiting for the Dust Jacket. And Wed, Ralph is shipping out a lot more stuff.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice stuff, I THINK the BLAZE proof is kinda' rare, but I'm not sure.

[Randall Flagg]

Nice Long Walk.
Congrats.
Blaze arc is also a good find.

[MikeDuke]

Thanks guy's. Like I said, Ralph is sending out more stuff on Wed. Then I have 3 more cool items. Then even more stuff after
that. But after the three items, which will take a while, I am taking a short break. I need a rest after all this stuff.

[MikeDuke]

Got my stuff from Ralph. A mixture of King and Barker. I am done with Barker. It was a phase and now it's over. Only
King and Suntup from now on. Starting tomorrow I will post pics. It may take a while, but there is a real cool King
item, even though it's not signed, to have a complete "set" is some what rare.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Krazy Kool Kollectible King Kuriosities R what we R here 4!

[MikeDuke]

Here are some new Barker books I got. First a S\L The Body Politic
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_170107_001.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230703_161205.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Next is a proof
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_135324.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_135407.jpg

[MikeDuke]

Next is a flat signed version of another version of Books of Blood
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_134806.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_134817.jpg

[St. Troy]

Great Barker stuff.

[MikeDuke]

And finally, for now, a S\L of The Painter The Creature and the father of lies.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_134902.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_135001.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_134919.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20230831_135109.jpg

[MikeDuke]

That's it for my Barker collecting. I want to focus on King and my Suntup collecting. Next will be a few King proofs.