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[Brian861]

Nice adds, Peri!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Dig it! Particularly the Simmons (that is one great book)


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[peripheral]

Nice additions. How do you get them to stay up on the wall like that?
Thanks mate. And I live Down Under - Entirely different gravitational pull down here...


Nice adds, Peri!
Cheers Brian...


Dig it! Particularly the Simmons (that is one great book)
Cheers buddy. And I assume you're speaking of The Terror, I love it - one of my top 10 horror novels outside of King...

[andyg75]

Some nice additions there! Hope the DT matching set recovery goes well :dance:

[peripheral]

Some nice additions there! Hope the DT matching set recovery goes well :dance:

Thanks Andy. I'm getting there ... haha...

[Lot guy]

Great stuff Buddy!!!!

[peripheral]

Great stuff Buddy!!!!

Thanks Matt...

[LokiJake]

I'm still struggling to walk properly after my DT S/L acquisition, so I've been looking at some non-King collectibles. Here are some recent adds:

From left to right.
- Best of Caitlin R. Kiernan Volume 1 & 2 (Sub Press)
- Harvest Home by Thomas Tryon (1st Edition)
- Raising Goosebumps by T.E.D. Klein - S/L 500
- Dark Matter by Blake Crouch - S/L 1st edition / 500
- Behold the Void by Philip Fracasi (1st / 1st, personally inscribed on card)
- Dark Gods by T.E.D. Klein (1st / 1st)
- The Light is the Darkness by Laird Barron (1st / 1st) - Inscribed by author

Nice new adds. I understand the walking properly comment perfectly :) I took two months off with the kid coming and my wife keeps reminding me that I've told her no really this is my last add for awhile. But how could I pass up that Gunslinger metal case and the Regulators toy box to go with my print...

[TravelinJack]

Speaking of collections, like Chris Tucker and Ice Cube once said in unison, "Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn!"

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Speaking of collections, like Chris Tucker and Ice Cube once said in unison, "Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn!"

Word!

Cheers TravellinJack

[peripheral]

I continue to flesh out my non-King collectibles by adding some of my all-time favourite novels to my shelves. Here's another recent-ish haul...

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These are all 1sts and flat signed, except for The Wasp Factory which is not signed. I'm especially taken by the copy of Ceremonies, which is fine and perhaps even unread. It is signed and also corrected by T.E.D. Klein. Apparently when signing he would often go through the text and make editorial corrections to the first printings. I haven't thoroughly examined the book yet, but at a glance I have noticed at least 10 corrections to the text. I have heard of other authors doing this when signing (Niven and Pournelle would apparently do it when signing copies of The Mote In God's Eye).

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Plus these two signed limiteds...

Ghost Story by Peter Straub and illustrated by Stephen Gervais. Published by Hill House in 1984

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The Light Is The Darkness by Laird Barron and illustrated by David Ho. A limitation of 174 and published by Infernal House. I just received this two days ago and can honestly say it is in the top 10 of my collectibles for its beautiful design and production values. It's just stunning.

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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

You're right about that THE LIGHT IS THE DARKNESS, fantastic design.

That's why I don't let authors touch my books, all they want to do is scribble in them.

Seriously though, I like that GHOST STORY too. I read that book and really liked it. (Not that particular copy, I have an old paperback of my own, thank you very much!)

[TravelinJack]

Plus these two signed limiteds...

Ghost Story by Peter Straub and illustrated by Stephen Gervais. Published by Hill House in 1984

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The Light Is The Darkness by Laird Barron and illustrated by David Ho. A limitation of 174 and published by Infernal House. I just received this two days ago and can honestly say it is in the top 10 of my collectibles for its beautiful design and production values. It's just stunning.

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That Light is the Darkness and the protruding Spartan helmet is really something. Very neat!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

That is one cool-ass s/l by Barron! Very nice!


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[Stockerlone]

GREAT new stuff, The Light Is The Darkness is a stunning beautiful book !!!

[zelig]

Congratulations on the new acquisitions Antoni! The Barron book looks like a beautiful production, and that copy of The Ceremonies with the edits is great. Not sure if you know but that cover illustration is by David Palladini.

[webstar1000]

That is one cool ass book man!

[peripheral]

You're right about that THE LIGHT IS THE DARKNESS, fantastic design.

That's why I don't let authors touch my books, all they want to do is scribble in them.

Seriously though, I like that GHOST STORY too. I read that book and really liked it. (Not that particular copy, I have an old paperback of my own, thank you very much!)

Thanks Steve... And yeah, if I had known T.E.D. wrote all through my book, I woulda shoed him in the plums.

Yeah, I loved Ghost Story when I read it in my early 20's. I remember it giving me a very unsettling feeling, but I can't recall much of the detail of the story. I plan to revisit it soon.


That Light is the Darkness and the protruding Spartan helmet is really something. Very neat!

Oh yeah, that whole 3-Dimensional cover art is phenomenal.


That is one cool-ass s/l by Barron! Very nice!
Thanks man...


GREAT new stuff, The Light Is The Darkness is a stunning beautiful book !!!
Cheers Frank. Yeah, that Barron S/L is a killer.


Congratulations on the new acquisitions Antoni! The Barron book looks like a beautiful production, and that copy of The Ceremonies with the edits is great. Not sure if you know but that cover illustration is by David Palladini.

Thank you Paul. And no, I didn't know that! Cheers. An now that I'm looking at it - of course. What a great cover.


That is one cool ass book man!
Cheers mate

[Brian861]

Nice adds, brother!

[peripheral]

Nice adds, brother!

Thanks man!

[LokiJake]

I continue to flesh out my non-King collectibles by adding some of my all-time favourite novels to my shelves. Here's another recent-ish haul...

So after I got caught up on your updates, I went through your collection thread again from page 1. You reminded me how many books by King and other authors I want to add to my collection :) Thanks Antoni for sharing, and I guess I will be adding more books to my collection shortly after seeing your post and others, realizing I want more and have a collection sickness :rolleyes2:

[peripheral]

I continue to flesh out my non-King collectibles by adding some of my all-time favourite novels to my shelves. Here's another recent-ish haul...

So after I got caught up on your updates, I went through your collection thread again from page 1. You reminded me how many books by King and other authors I want to add to my collection :) Thanks Antoni for sharing, and I guess I will be adding more books to my collection shortly after seeing your post and others, realizing I want more and have a collection sickness :rolleyes2:

Thank you for your kind words Jake, it's a great community of like-minded crazies. The collection sickness! the "fix"! the "itch" that's never satiated!

[Roog]

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Nice cases, and cool vinyl displayed. Still room for more ;)

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

What's the story about BLOOD ON THE TRACKS? Is that a rare LP? I bought it when it came out and so am curious about it.

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What's the story about BLOOD ON THE TRACKS? Is that a rare LP? I bought it when it came out and so am curious about it.

No, my copy is not rare. But I have some friends who collect vinyl and vinyl has the same "rare" measure as books - there will be a first pressing / first release vinyl of Blood On The Tracks which would be collectible. As for my vinyls, I've just been framing some of my favourite albums... (Although I did get a few rarities a few weeks back on Record Store Day).

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Some recent King additions...

Transgressions S/L . This is an anthology I've been after for a while, and purchased from a member here.

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The Seventh World Fantasy Convention Reader. This has a publishing date of 10-31-1981 (the day of the convention) and is numbered to 1,000. It contains an excerpt from the yet to be published IT, "The Bird and the Album". I've seen copies of it signed / inscribed by other authors included in the Reader, but I liked this copy because it's inscribed by both King and Leiber, to whom the Reader is dedicated. My copy is also signed by a number of others, including Peter Straub.

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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice. I especially like the convention book.

[peripheral]

Nice. I especially like the convention book.

Cheers mate...

[webstar1000]

I have always liked Transgressions. It is a nice book and a low print run... Congrats man!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Dig it!


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[Brian861]

Very nice, Peri!

[Stockerlone]

2x big congrats for this supernice books !!!

[The Library Policeman]

Yeah both of those are pretty awesome congrats!!

[peripheral]

I have always liked Transgressions. It is a nice book and a low print run... Congrats man!

Thanks Kris. Yeah, it's an anthology thats been on my radar for a while. Nice, simply, refined design and a great cast of authors.


Dig it!
Cheers mate...


Very nice, Peri!
Thanks Brian


2x big congrats for this supernice books !!!
Cheers Frank


Yeah both of those are pretty awesome congrats!!
Thanks Alan, yes, both are lovely editions.

[Merlin1958]

Outstanding!!!! :clap::clap::clap:

[peripheral]

Outstanding!!!! :clap::clap::clap:

Thanks Bill!

[TravelinJack]

Great adds! There is just something cool about #123

[Lot guy]

Some recent King additions...

Transgressions S/L . This is an anthology I've been after for a while, and purchased from a member here.

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The Seventh World Fantasy Convention Reader. This has a publishing date of 10-31-1981 (the day of the convention) and is numbered to 1,000. It contains an excerpt from the yet to be published IT, "The Bird and the Album". I've seen copies of it signed / inscribed by other authors included in the Reader, but I liked this copy because it's inscribed by both King and Leiber, to whom the Reader is dedicated. My copy is also signed by a number of others, including Peter Straub.

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Congrats Antoni, AMAZING ADDITION!!!!

[peripheral]

Thank you Matt, yeah, I'm really stoked with these.

[peripheral]

Great adds! There is just something cool about #123

Thanks TJ! Yeah, it's an anthology I've been after for a while, and thanks to a kind member here, finally got it.

[peripheral]

I'm very excited about my recent King acquisitions.

The first is a very fine The Dead Zone US 1st with one of a very unique inscription dated close to publication date.

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The second is a very fine Danse Macabre US 1st, dated prior to publication (according to catalogue). It is inscribed to author Robert Bloch, one of the six authors to whom the book is dedicated, and Bloch’s wife.

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[HONKYTONKSMASH]

BOOM! .....goes the dynamite!


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[zelig]

Very nice Antoni. Congratulations!

[Brian861]

Super sweet, brother! Congrats!

[The Library Policeman]

Those are awesome, Antoni. Congratulations!

[becca69]

Super nice!

[TravelinJack]

Awesome - love the inscription for Dead Zone.

Funny thing is - I used to always try to spring for flat signed. But seeing all the neat inscriptions members here get, I think I'm changing my tune.

Great adds!

[biomieg]

Doesn't get much better than that!

[Stockerlone]

Very Very Very Very Very NICE Antoni !!!

[peripheral]

BOOM! .....goes the dynamite!
Thank you, brother... Dynamite Kid ...



Very nice Antoni. Congratulations!
Thanks a lot Paul.



Super sweet, brother! Congrats!
Thanks mate... :)



Those are awesome, Antoni. Congratulations!
Thanks heaps, Alan.



Super nice!
Cheers Becca!



Awesome - love the inscription for Dead Zone.
Funny thing is - I used to always try to spring for flat signed. But seeing all the neat inscriptions members here get, I think I'm changing my tune.

Great adds!
Thanks TJ! Yes, I'm an inscription guy. I'm finding my collecting goals are naturally turning more and more to interesting inscriptions and, where possible, association copies.



Doesn't get much better than that!
Thanks Michael... Yeah, they're in my top 10, I think...



Very Very Very Very Very NICE Antoni !!!
Hahhaaa.. Thank you very very much Frank!

[peripheral]

Didn't feel right almost falling of the the second page of these collection threads. I've been actively adding to my collection but have been very busy with work, etc, to post much. Here's one I got a few months back. The / 250 limitation, I love the marbled covers and got a custom slipcase for it.

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[stroppygoblin]

Nice colour combination on the case. Congrats!

[andyg75]

Didn't feel right almost falling of the the second page of these collection threads. I've been actively adding to my collection but have been very busy with work, etc, to post much. Here's one I got a few months back. The / 250 limitation, I love the marbled covers and got a custom slipcase for it.

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Great addition Antoni!

[The Library Policeman]

Very nice, Antoni. Always really liked that little (expensive) book. :thumbsup:

[Stockerlone]

Very nice Antoni !!!

[TravelinJack]

Dig the marbled cover as well, great pic up!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Very killer! Love it :thumbsup:


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[Brian861]

Congrats, Peri!

[peripheral]

Nice colour combination on the case. Congrats!

Thanks Simon... And you had something to do with that slipcase, if I'm not mistaken??



Great addition Antoni!

Cheers Andy


Very nice, Antoni. Always really liked that little (expensive) book. :thumbsup:
You're right - little, expensive, and a beautiful production... Cheers Alan.


Very nice Antoni !!!


Dig the marbled cover as well, great pic up!


Very killer! Love it :thumbsup:


Congrats, Peri!

Thanks fellas!

[webstar1000]

That is a nice one... That was the first book I bought from Betts. Still have it!

[stroppygoblin]

Nice colour combination on the case. Congrats!

Thanks Simon... And you had something to do with that slipcase, if I'm not mistaken??


Yep - That's one of my designs :thumbsup:

[peripheral]

Nice colour combination on the case. Congrats!

Thanks Simon... And you had something to do with that slipcase, if I'm not mistaken??


Yep - That's one of my designs :thumbsup:

It's brilliant, Simon. Nice work.

[peripheral]

James Herbert additions.

Centipede Press S/L editions of The Fog, The Dark, and '48.

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The Rats, 1st edition. Association inscription to Peter Straub and his wife.

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[The Library Policeman]

Love me some Herbert! That copy of The Rats is super cool. Congratulations Antoni.

[Brian861]

Very nice, Peri!

[peripheral]

Love me some Herbert! That copy of The Rats is super cool. Congratulations Antoni.

Cheers, Alan, Yes, love that inscribed Rats. Took me w few months to track down some provenance. Was formerly owned by a member of NEL publishing house, who had an enormous range of collectibles, including other Straub, Herbert, and rare King items (one of which, I'm in some negotiations about).


Very nice, Peri!
Thanks mate!

[TravelinJack]

Very cool. Love Centipede Press' style. That 1st of The Rats is super cool.

Uh.... talk about cliffhanger re: king book negotiations. :)

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Centipede Press does great stuff. And they have very friendly e-mail notices.

[peripheral]

Very cool. Love Centipede Press' style. That 1st of The Rats is super cool.

Uh.... talk about cliffhanger re: king book negotiations. :)
Thanks TJ. And you know what they say - "I shouldn't count my chickens before they hatch", or some shit like that...


Centipede Press does great stuff. And they have very friendly e-mail notices.
Oh, I agree. CP produce uniformly amazing editions and Jerad is a lovely guy...

[TravelinJack]

Very cool. Love Centipede Press' style. That 1st of The Rats is super cool.

Uh.... talk about cliffhanger re: king book negotiations. :)
Thanks TJ. And you know what they say - "I shouldn't count my chickens before they hatch", or some shit like that..

:lol: This is true, well, I hope the negotiations work out in your favor. Lookin' forward to what new P&J comes your way.

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This year I've discovered Brian Evenson. Great, punchy writing style, horror/weird fiction with a streak of 1930's crime noir.

Father of Lies, US 1st Edition, flatsigned.
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Altmann's Tongue, US 1st edition, inscribed.
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The Brotherhood of Mutilation, S/L 300 chapbook
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Another favourite contemporary horror / weird fiction author.

Signed / Limited (to 100) of Laird Barron's debut anthology, The Imago Sequence. Published by Night Shade Books, it's an item that rarely hits the market.

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[Roog]

Nice artwork!

[Stockerlone]

Very nice new stuff !!!

[peripheral]

Nice artwork!


Very nice new stuff !!!

Thanks fellas...

[peripheral]

And, I got this behemoth (thanks to David from Betts). A "PC" copy of an S/L (limitation of 300), signed by editor and artists. It is a staggering, beautiful edition with outstanding artwork (I love Bernie's cover art).

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[HONKYTONKSMASH]

That looks awesome! Dig the artwork. :thumbsup:


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[peripheral]

That looks awesome! Dig the artwork. :thumbsup:


Cheers man. It really is a beautiful edition.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That's a Pretty Cool PC copy.

[The Library Policeman]

Yeah that's a beautiful book, Antoni. Congratulations!

[Brian861]

Congrats, Peri!

[peripheral]

That's a Pretty Cool PC copy.


Yeah that's a beautiful book, Antoni. Congratulations!


Congrats, Peri!

Thanks guys!

[peripheral]

Two new flatisigned King 1st editions for my collection.

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[The Library Policeman]

Beautiful 8)

[Brian861]

Very cool! Duma Key is a killer read!

[peripheral]

Very cool! Duma Key is a killer read!


Beautiful 8)

Cheers guys. Yeah, I've been looking for an affordable, signed Duma for a while, and got this at a great price. I'm also reminded of how stunning the cover artwork is (maybe needs the Suntup treatment, one of these days?)

[Alec]

Good morning Antoni.
Very little in my opinion beats the signed first edition, and these look two real gems.
I agree as well that "Duma Key" is head and shoulders above many of the Stephen King covers.
Congratulations, two lovely pieces.

A.

[Alec]

Apologies Antoni, that should read, "Good evening".

[peripheral]

Good morning Antoni.
Very little in my opinion beats the signed first edition, and these look two real gems.
I agree as well that "Duma Key" is head and shoulders above many of the Stephen King covers.
Congratulations, two lovely pieces.

A.

Thanks Alec! Duma is in my top 3 post 2000 King books, and I've been after a signed copy for a while now.


Apologies Antoni, that should read, "Good evening".

And you're right... 11pm right on the nose, here, and time for me to hit the hay. Goodnight!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I've heard about people dying of laughter after reading the world's funniest joke, but not about anyone kicking the bucket after reading DUMA KEY.

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Some recent Robert Bloch inscribed books. He'd have to have some of the wittiest inscriptions around.

The Opener of the Way. First edition, published by Arkham House, 1945. This is Bloch's first novel (short stories). I try to avoid books with owner plates, but Bloch here is referring directly to it, William Rotsler, in the inscription: "With warmest appreciation - now pardon me while I go and kill Rotsler!"

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The Dead Beat. First US edition, 1960. Here Bloch is not wanting you to think the spine of the book reads that Bloch is a Dead Beat: "Please notice the delicate juxtaposition of title and author's name on the spine of this book - and ignore it for my sake!"
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Blood Runs Cold. First US edition, 1961. This is an association inscription. Inscribed to Forrest Ackerman, the famous magazine editor, expert in sci fi and horror, and wrote many books and articles on the subjects. "Warmest regards to Forrest J Ackerman - from a fellow necrophile".http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/941/medium/20914672_10155741233822578_7711621037977957329_n-2.jpg
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Pleasant Dreams: Nightmares. First Edition, published by Arkham House, 1960.
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[Brian861]

Very cool! Duma Key is a killer read!


Beautiful 8)

Cheers guys. Yeah, I've been looking for an affordable, signed Duma for a while, and got this at a great price. I'm also reminded of how stunning the cover artwork is (maybe needs the Suntup treatment, one of these days?)

Not to mention it's well worth a limited status treatment.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Love the Bloch books. He was a very word conscious, witty author and sorely missed.

[peripheral]

Love the Bloch books. He was a very word conscious, witty author and sorely missed.

Thank you. Yes, one of the best, for sure...

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Misery 1st
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Skeleton Crew 1st (Apparently the "Dave" being referred to is the special effects guy on Maximum Overdrive, who rigged the "electric knife" scene from the movie).
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[Alec]

With Duma Key and now Misery and Skeleton Crew, I find this most refreshing. Superb examples, all three are terrific.
I think there is a tendency to concentrate on the signed limiteds and lettereds, leaving the signed firsts pushed into the background a little, when in reality they form the framework of what we are all collecting.
Beautiful books Antoni, a real pleasure to see.

[Brian861]

Very nice, Peri!

[peripheral]

Thanks Alec and Brian...

[peripheral]

Joyce Carol Oates was here for the Melbourne International Writer's Festival. I went to her presentation, "The Dark Side of Womanhood". The event was moved to a larger venue because of the interest and it was a sell-out (300-ish capacity). She is a captivating presence and monumental intellect. She inscribed my 1st edition copy of her very first novel, With Shuddering Fall (1964), and her classic collection, Haunted (1994). She was lovely and chatty, surprised to see a copy of With Shuddering Fall, and asked me about myself. We were briefly interrupted by her husband who expressed concern regarding the rain pouring outside, and she told him to go and view some sculptures that were nearby, that she wouldn't be long (there were at least 100 people lined up behind me, I was 10th in line).

For a country that rarely gets visiting international authors, this event was huge.

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[zelig]

Very nice Antoni, congrats!

[herbertwest]

Joyce Carol Oates was here for the Melbourne International Writer's Festival. I went to her presentation, "The Dark Side of Womanhood". The event was moved to a larger venue because of the interest and it was a sell-out (300-ish capacity). She is a captivating presence and monumental intellect. She inscribed my 1st edition copy of her very first novel, With Shuddering Fall (1964), and her classic collection, Haunted (1994). She was lovely and chatty, surprised to see a copy of With Shuddering Fall, and asked me about myself. We were briefly interrupted by her husband who expressed concern regarding the rain pouring outside, and she told him to go and view some sculptures that were nearby, that she wouldn't be long (there were at least 100 people lined up behind me, I was 10th in line).


For a country that rarely gets visiting international authors, this event was huge.

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Nice from her to tell her husband to piss off so that she can be with her fans !

[dnemec]

Nice new books, Antoni! I like that your Misery is signed to Paul...

[LokiJake]

Really Cool Antoni!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Very cool, duder! :thumbsup:


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[Stockerlone]

BIG congrats Antoni !!!

[Brian861]

Awesome, brother!

[peripheral]

Very nice Antoni, congrats!
Cheers Paul


Nice from her to tell her husband to piss off so that she can be with her fans ! Hahaha... Yeah. But I found it weird that she's working, 100 people at least in line, and he comes over to point out that it's raining outside..? Haha... They're elderly and seemed an anxious, eccentric couple.


Nice new books, Antoni! I like that your Misery is signed to Paul...
Cheers Dez. Yes, I like that too... And the inscription kinda relates to Sheldon, also.


Really Cool Antoni!
Thanks LJ....


Very cool, duder! :thumbsup:
Cheers mate


BIG congrats Antoni !!!
Thanks Frankie!


Awesome, brother!
Cheers my man. It was great to meet her.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I don't know peripheral, sometimes I think you're right on the edge of something great.

[peripheral]

I don't know peripheral, sometimes I think you're right on the edge of something great.

Me too. Something...mountainous and... precarious.

[surly]

Some really great inscriptions. Good stuff.

[peripheral]

Some more recent inscriptions...

Creepshow US 1st (Fine)
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Christine US 1st (NF / F)
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[dnemec]

Love the Christine inscription!

[Brian861]

Very cool, Peri!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ_v71ja40k

[The Library Policeman]

2 beauties, Antoni. Especially love the Christine inscription. Congratulations buddy.

[Frondz]

Wow - some seriously cool inscriptions there. Congrats!

[peripheral]

Love the Christine inscription!
Thanks Dez, yeah, awesome isn't it...


Very cool, Peri!
Cheers Brian!



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ_v71ja40k
BOOOM!!!



2 beauties, Antoni. Especially love the Christine inscription. Congratulations buddy.
Cheers, Alan. Yeah, I stretched the funds for Christine - had to have it. But I got a deal on that classic Creepshow inscription, is it balanced a little...



Wow - some seriously cool inscriptions there. Congrats!
Thank you Frondz. Yeah, I love inscriptions.

[Brian861]

2 beauties, Antoni. Especially love the Christine inscription. Congratulations buddy.
Cheers, Alan. Yeah, I stretched the funds for Christine - had to have it. But I got a deal on that classic Creepshow inscription, is it balanced a little...

I love the justification of a collector :)

[Stockerlone]

2x BIG Congrats !!!

[peripheral]

2 beauties, Antoni. Especially love the Christine inscription. Congratulations buddy.
Cheers, Alan. Yeah, I stretched the funds for Christine - had to have it. But I got a deal on that classic Creepshow inscription, is it balanced a little...

I love the justification of a collector :)

Hahaha... Parallels the justification of an addict!

[peripheral]

2x BIG Congrats !!!

Cheers Frank!

[peripheral]

Psycho by Robert Bloch, 1st US Edition, inscribed to Stuart Schiff (editor of the Whispers magazine), with the trademark blood drip on the "h".

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[The Library Policeman]

That is FANTASTIC! Congratulations Antoni.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Love the PSYCHO.

Now you made me go look at my copy, which is in about the same shape as yours, or maybe not quite as good. It's hard to find a copy in great shape for a decent price, or at least it used to be.

[Brian861]

Nice add, Peri!

[dnemec]

That is awesome, Peri!!!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmrOpyTlz0o

[peripheral]

That is FANTASTIC! Congratulations Antoni.

Thanks Alan



Love the PSYCHO.

Now you made me go look at my copy, which is in about the same shape as yours, or maybe not quite as good. It's hard to find a copy in great shape for a decent price, or at least it used to be.

Thanks, Steve. And yes, you're right, the price of a F/F Psycho inscribed hits $2 - $3k. I'd rate this copy VG+/VG+, and i got it for < $1k.


Nice add, Peri!
Cheers, Brian


That is awesome, Peri!!!
Thanks, Dezi! Has been on the bucket list for a long while.




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Hahaaa... Cheers Chad man.

[Stockerlone]

Supernice Antoni !!!

[herbertwest]

Psycho by Robert Bloch, 1st US Edition, inscribed to Stuart Schiff (editor of the Whispers magazine), with the trademark blood drip on the "h".

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The blood drip is SO cool !

[peripheral]

Supernice Antoni !!!

Cheers, Frank...


The blood drip is SO cool ! Isn't it, Bloch had the coolest quirky inscriptions. The blood "h" was his Psycho thing... Thanks Jeremy.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Bloch's two quips he had about hearts always make me laugh.

[peripheral]

Bloch's two quips he had about hearts always make me laugh.

Yes, and King often quotes one...

[peripheral]

Slowly piecing together a Ligotti collection...


Teatro Grottesco (2006) published by Durtro Press. The first hardcover of this collection of stories and poems, many revised for this edition. Limited to 500 copies. Has a black page block.

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The Shadow at the Bottom of the World. An S/L of 400 copies, published by Subterranean Press.

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Weird Tales magazine for Winter 1991/92, Vol. 53, No. 2. Signed and limited to 100.

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[Brian861]

Cool stuff, Peri! Dig the black page edges.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Really dig the black page block. Great stuff :thumbsup:


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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I've had some dogs who have had weird tails.

[peripheral]

Cool stuff, Peri! Dig the black page edges.


Really dig the black page block. Great stuff :thumbsup:

Thanks Brian and Chadman, yeah, that blackness is a great touch reflecting the weirdness inside. Just a brilliant book...



I've had some dogs who have had weird tails.

I bet you have, Steve. I bet you have...

[The Library Policeman]

Agree about those black page edges. Very classy!

[peripheral]

My Sleeping Beauties...

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[biomieg]

They look pretty awesome lined up like that!

[The Library Policeman]

I love to see a collector with multiple copies - it makes me feel normal.

Congratulations Antoni.

[Brian861]

I love to see a collector with multiple copies - it makes me feel normal. Congratulations Antoni.

Then you're going to feel extraordinary normal when you see all mine, Alan :lol:

Very nice, Peri! I favor the UK covers so much more over the US. I think you have said before, but are you able to get UK copies there down under? Ya didn't want to add a WH Smith variant?

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Hey! You've got one more than I have. I must do something about that.

[peripheral]

They look pretty awesome lined up like that!
Thanks Michael! A sea of butterfly blue.


I love to see a collector with multiple copies - it makes me feel normal.

Congratulations Antoni.
Haha...Glad I could be a normalising force in your life, Alan. We all normalise the obsessive abnormal around here ...


Very nice, Peri! I favor the UK covers so much more over the US. I think you have said before, but are you able to get UK copies there down under? Ya didn't want to add a WH Smith variant?
Thanks Brian! I have to limit myself to US and UK 1sts, and the S/L's. I don't have the real estate to house anymore!



Hey! You've got one more than I have. I must do something about that.
Something tell me it won't be long before you do something about that! ;)

[peripheral]

Some recent non-King additions to the library...

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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Another beautiful Bloch!

I notice a book by Matheson's son. I hate to say it, but, although I find 98% of everything Richard Matheson wrote grand and eloquent (he wrote a couple of experimental stories I just did not much care for), I have never read anything by his son I liked in the least. I suppose it's just a matter of personal taste.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Killer as always. Love the variety, particularly fond of the Bloch:thumbsup:


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[Stockerlone]

Great new books Antoni, CONGRATS !!!

[peripheral]

Another beautiful Bloch!

I notice a book by Matheson's son. I hate to say it, but, although I find 98% of everything Richard Matheson wrote grand and eloquent (he wrote a couple of experimental stories I just did not much care for), I have never read anything by his son I liked in the least. I suppose it's just a matter of personal taste.

Thanks Steve. And I understand your point on Matheson - this is actually the only one of RCM I've read, and while I enjoyed it a lot, he's not in his dad's league.


Killer as always. Love the variety, particularly fond of the Bloch:thumbsup:
Cheers mate. Yes, this is a Near Fine copy of The Scarf, I'm very happy with it.


Great new books Antoni, CONGRATS !!!
Thanks Frank! I'm especially happy wiht that Laird Barron chapbook - it was only available as a Kickstarter add on for some project years back, but un unnumbered one came up for sale and a fellow Aussie collector sourced it for me.

[Brian861]

Nice adds, Peri!

[peripheral]

Nice adds, Peri!

Thanks, man..

[Frondz]

All very nice adds. I've got to say, The Magus is still one of the most unsettling books I've read. My father-in-law who got me into book collecting collected Fowles and James Dickey. The Magus and Deliverance are two of my favorites reads.

[peripheral]

All very nice adds. I've got to say, The Magus is still one of the most unsettling books I've read. My father-in-law who got me into book collecting collected Fowles and James Dickey. The Magus and Deliverance are two of my favorites reads.

Thx Frondz. I haven't actually read The Magus yet, but have heard others say similar things about it. I purchased it after reading The Collector, which I loved.

[peripheral]

The slipcase has arrived... (I love the design but I wish they'd make them big enough for a sheet of mylar. It's a tight squeeze in there).

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[The Library Policeman]

Looks great. Love the case!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice, mine's on the way!

[Brian861]

Good stuff!

[peripheral]

Thanks fellas... CD do make a nice slipcase...

[Stockerlone]

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

[peripheral]

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

Cheers (literally) Frank!

[peripheral]

Soon after I started collecting King in a focused way, PS Publishing began releasing their special editions. I’ve never really been taken by their artist variants but I’ve always loved the Lettered edition of Thinner. I think Les Edwards is one of the best fantasy artists working today, and I think this cover is one of his best pieces. While I don't collect Lettered editions (beyond my pay scale), I have started collecting Lettered editions where there is no S/L variant.

Well, after years of it being beyond reach, I was finally ready and lucky enough to obtain a copy. Thinner Lettered edition, 1/26 copies, signed by King, Edwards, and Mains. An absolutely stunning book and traycase, with an original piece of artwork and book of remarques... And, of course, a big thank you to a member here, Mr RT...

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[surly]

Fantastic.

[webstar1000]

Well done man. I was gonna do the exact same thing as I am nearing completion of the S/l's.... however I felt PS was far to overpriced. Thinner is the best as well I think... good for you brother!


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[Roseannebarr]

Night shift and tommyknockers are the next two on the list


Salem should be shipping end of October. Early november

[surly]

Night shift and tommyknockers are the next two on the list


Salem should be shipping end of October. Early november

Wait, what? PS is doing an S/L for TOMMYKNOCKERS? Is that official? I thought they weren't going to be able to do anymore S/Ls? Has NIGHT SHIFT been confirmed as an S/L too?

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

An absolute beauty! Big congrats brother!


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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Very impressive!

[webstar1000]

Night shift and tommyknockers are the next two on the list


Salem should be shipping end of October. Early november

Wait, what? PS is doing an S/L for TOMMYKNOCKERS? Is that official? I thought they weren't going to be able to do anymore S/Ls? Has NIGHT SHIFT been confirmed as an S/L too?

I think they will keep pumping them out... however there is no promise of any signature....

[jsmcmullen92]

very nice!!! How big is that one compared to the standard edition? Is it the same undersized novel or did they move up to the 7 x 10?

[The Library Policeman]

Absolutely fantastic, Antoni. Big congratulations!

[Brian861]

Very nice, Peri!

[peripheral]

Night shift and tommyknockers are the next two on the list


Salem should be shipping end of October. Early november

Wait, what? PS is doing an S/L for TOMMYKNOCKERS? Is that official? I thought they weren't going to be able to do anymore S/Ls? Has NIGHT SHIFT been confirmed as an S/L too?

I think they will keep pumping them out... however there is no promise of any signature....

Yes, that's right. Artist editions are promised, and King's signature not guaranteed.

[peripheral]

Fantastic.
Thanks Jim!


An absolute beauty! Big congrats brother!
Cheers mate, she is a beauty.



Very impressive!
Cheers Steve...



Well done man. I was gonna do the exact same thing as I am nearing completion of the S/l's.... however I felt PS was far to overpriced. Thinner is the best as well I think... good for you brother!
Cheers, Kris. Yeah, they're high-priced, but the limitation is half some other lettered limitations (a true 26, rather than the more common 52 nowadays). While the price may be a stretch for some of the others, like Carrie, I thought it was right for this one. It's a gorgeous piece. You know you're either going to collect them now, or in 5 years time ;)



very nice!!! How big is that one compared to the standard edition? Is it the same undersized novel or did they move up to the 7 x 10?
Cheers, Josh. I actually no longer have the artist edition to set beside it, but it's a lot bigger (not sure if it's exactly 7 x 10, not currently at home to measure)...



Absolutely fantastic, Antoni. Big congratulations!
Thanks, Alan... Am I correct in that you also have this edition?



Very nice, Peri!
Thanks Brian...

[Stockerlone]

SUPERBEAUTIFUL !!!

[Hunchback Jack]

I've never seen a lettered PS Thinner before. That's really gorgeous. Having the letter embossed on the traycase and printed on the dustjackets is a nice touch.

Congratulations!

HBJ

[Randall Flagg]

I've never seen a lettered PS Thinner before. That's really gorgeous. Having the letter embossed on the traycase and printed on the dustjackets is a nice touch.

Congratulations!

HBJ


The Catalog is your friend.
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[Hunchback Jack]

Oh my god. There goes my afternoon. :)

Thanks, RF!

[peripheral]

I've never seen a lettered PS Thinner before. That's really gorgeous. Having the letter embossed on the traycase and printed on the dustjackets is a nice touch.

Congratulations!

HBJ

Cheers HBJ. Yeah, it's stunning. The artwork, the case, lovely edition.


SUPERBEAUTIFUL !!!
Cheers Frank!

[The Library Policeman]

Sorry just saw your post, Antoni. No, I don’t have a lettered Thinner. Jonp has one I’m pretty sure.

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Dig the Lumley...and still dig the Hill doodle!:mummy::mummy:

[peripheral]

Finally got the Mr M to complete the trilogy...

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[jcmanske]

Congratulations, Antoni! That is an impressive feat. Nicely done.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

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[The Library Policeman]

Great stuff, Antoni. A fantastic signed set to have!

Did you happen to get your inscribed Strange Weather from Water Street Books by the way?

[webstar1000]

Buddy was a busy boy!! Nice!


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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

How do you take such clear pictures? With a regular camera or some other multi-task device?

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

How do you take such clear pictures? With a regular camera or some other multi-task device?

They have better lighting down under :biggrin:


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[Brian861]

How do you take such clear pictures? With a regular camera or some other multi-task device?

They have better lighting down under :biggrin:

:lol: Nice adds, Peri!

[peripheral]

Congratulations, Antoni! That is an impressive feat. Nicely done.


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Great stuff, Antoni. A fantastic signed set to have!
Did you happen to get your inscribed Strange Weather from Water Street Books by the way?

Thanks fellas. And yes, Alan, Water Street Books. Someone had asked me the other day, and I forgot the name. That's it.


Buddy was a busy boy!! Nice!
Haha... Thanks, Kris. Busy working, and busy spending...


How do you take such clear pictures? With a regular camera or some other multi-task device?
Thanks, Steve. I'm critical of my own book photos compared to most of the others on here. They're always just taken with my iPhone. There are two places in the house I take them - either the room where the bookcases are, which is rather dark and has a window which gives an annoying reflection, but I like the backdrop of the bookcase The second place is just beside my desk, on a filing cabinet, upstairs, which has some broad windows that get a lot of light (this is where I took the photos of this trilogy). Maybe I'll stick to the upstairs room for photos!



How do you take such clear pictures? With a regular camera or some other multi-task device?

They have better lighting down under :biggrin:
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Haha... The benefits of a dry continent in close proximity to a kickassed-size hole in the ozone..!

[peripheral]

:lol: Nice adds, Peri!

Thanks, dude

[biomieg]

Great stuff all around. Congratulations!

[Stockerlone]

BIG CONGRATS Antoni !!!

[peripheral]

Great stuff all around. Congratulations!


BIG CONGRATS Antoni !!!

Thanks, Michaël and Frank...

[lotuz]

I love the Bloch and Fowles books from a bit ago! The Magus is really a fantastic book - a little slow by modern standards, but more twists and turns than any other novel I've read. I have a very small Fowles collection (no Magus!), with some stuff from his personal library.

Also, the Durtro Press Ligotti is a treat!

[peripheral]

I love the Bloch and Fowles books from a bit ago! The Magus is really a fantastic book - a little slow by modern standards, but more twists and turns than any other novel I've read. I have a very small Fowles collection (no Magus!), with some stuff from his personal library.

Also, the Durtro Press Ligotti is a treat!

Thank you, lotuz. Yes, I do love collecting Bloch. Such an important writer in the genre and I love his insrcriptions - he would frequently do very long and witty ones. I also have Bloch’s copy of Danse Macabre that King inscribed to him - probably my favourite collectible (top five, at least). I also have a decent-ish Ligotti collection - one of my favourite contemporary authors of the genre. The Magus is all I have of Fowles - I too love that book. I’d love to see your own Fowles collection, including items from his personal library. Intriguing. You need to get a Collection Thread up and running soon!

[lotuz]

I agree totally and I think that non-Psycho Bloch is generally underrated. I have some paperback originals and firsts, but no signatures.

And Bloch's copy of Danse Macabre, with an inscription?!? I don't know if there's a better association than that! That would definitely be in my top 5. I'd love to see it, if you haven't posted it already.

I am working on uploading some pictures for an upcoming collection thread :) My best Fowles-related book will probably get a mention, but it's likely not of wider interest. Basically, there is a 19th century book called The Life of the Late Celebrated Mrs. Elizabeth Wisebourn that chronicles a "madame" of the 18th century and her clientele, and in which most of the names are censored as such: J--- S---- or T------ B------. In Fowles's copy, he filled in a bunch of the names in pencil while he was reading it :cool:. I really like stuff like that (hence my hearty interest in the Bloch/King association). The idea that an author I admire sat down with this book and engaged with it and wrote in it, is really cool.

[peripheral]

I agree totally and I think that non-Psycho Bloch is generally underrated. I have some paperback originals and firsts, but no signatures.

And Bloch's copy of Danse Macabre, with an inscription?!? I don't know if there's a better association than that! That would definitely be in my top 5. I'd love to see it, if you haven't posted it already.

I am working on uploading some pictures for an upcoming collection thread :) My best Fowles-related book will probably get a mention, but it's likely not of wider interest. Basically, there is a 19th century book called The Life of the Late Celebrated Mrs. Elizabeth Wisebourn that chronicles a "madame" of the 18th century and her clientele, and in which most of the names are censored as such: J--- S---- or T------ B------. In Fowles's copy, he filled in a bunch of the names in pencil while he was reading it :cool:. I really like stuff like that (hence my hearty interest in the Bloch/King association). The idea that an author I admire sat down with this book and engaged with it and wrote in it, is really cool.

Man, that does sound awesome. A combination of ephemera and book. Brilliant. I have a copy of T.E.D. Klein's Ceremonies where he has written, "signed and corrected by T.E.D. Klein". Apparently, when he would sign the first impression he would also often quickly go through and correct some of the errors in the text. So, dotted throughout my copy are all of these small editorial marks. I love it.

And, my inscribed DM to Bloch is on my Collection Thread (post #292)

[Alec]

Always a pleasure to visit your collection.
Wonderful books and educational as well.

[peripheral]

Always a pleasure to visit your collection.
Wonderful books and educational as well.

Thanks very much, Alec. High praise indeed...

[lotuz]

And, my inscribed DM to Bloch is on my Collection Thread (post #292)

Wow - what a fine copy! I love the cover, even though it's only text. The font is super cool - I might even put that one on a stand facing out

[peripheral]

And, my inscribed DM to Bloch is on my Collection Thread (post #292)

Wow - what a fine copy! I love the cover, even though it's only text. The font is super cool - I might even put that one on a stand facing out

Thank you, lotuz. I do love it, both for my love of King and Bloch...

[MikeDuke]

As I said in my thread. Your collection is truly remarkable. You have so much amazing stuff. Congrats on amassing such a great collection. It's one to be proud of for sure.

[peripheral]

A gift from some friends who live in the UK and went to the signing (I'm a big Iron Maiden fan). It has this black page block, apparently part of a limited run, Bruce told my buddies...

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[The Library Policeman]

That’s awesome, Antoni. Love the page block!

[peripheral]

Thanks Alan..! I know, it's METAL BLACK!

[Brian861]

Very cool, brother!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Damn, that is awesome!! I have to find one now:emot-roflolmao: :thumbsup:

[peripheral]

Thanks fellas...


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[Stockerlone]

CONGRATS Antoni !!!

[peripheral]

CONGRATS Antoni !!!

Thanks Frank!

[MikeDuke]

Went back a few pages. Your collection is really really nice. Congrats on all the newer stuff you picked up :lovely:. Your Sleeping Beauties and Thinner look awesome BTW. It seems I have a long way to go :sweat_002:

[peripheral]

Went back a few pages. Your collection is really really nice. Congrats on all the newer stuff you picked up :lovely:. Your Sleeping Beauties and Thinner look awesome BTW. It seems I have a long way to go :sweat_002:

Cheers, Mike...

[peripheral]

Like many of you, I’ve been lucky enough to form some great friendships through my book collecting, and also through this King forum. In December, a huge box (the shape of an art print) arrived at my house in Australia (coincidentally, right on my birthday). I didn't recall purchasing any artwork. I opened it and soon realised it was gifted from a member here. A sincere THANK YOU to HONKYTONKSMASH. What can I say, mate? An extremely generous and thoughtful gesture, brother, and it won't be forgotten.

And the detail/quality of this Suntup's print is mind-blowing. I just got it back from the framers today. (Please excuse the shite reflecty photo)...

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[The Library Policeman]

Stunning print and a beautiful frame too, Antoni. Congratulations and well done Chad. Fantastic gesture!

[andyg75]

Wow! Impressive, more so framed. This is a great little community

[Brian861]

Congrats, Peri! And good on you, Chad!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Very nice. How did the artist manage to so subtly imprint YOUR image on the artwork? Why, it's almost spiritual! Or perhaps metaphysical!

[peripheral]

Cheers, guys... I'm really happy with that frame. The framer (husband and wife) looked at the print uneasily, and the wife said. "That looks like a haunted house, what is this?"



Very nice. How did the artist manage to so subtly imprint YOUR image on the artwork? Why, it's almost spiritual! Or perhaps metaphysical! Ahhh, that's a difficult question to answer directly, without unpredictable and possibly dangerous repercussions. I will say this, however: I've always been there... Always. And will always be there... (I'm afraid I've already said too much).

[peripheral]

This is a stunning book, with a cast of classic signatures...

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[The Library Policeman]

Love it, Antoni! Congratulations.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice book!

[surly]

Not only signed by all the giants from the golden age of horror, but a beautifully produced book. It has always been one of my favourite S/L's. Congratulations on adding it to your collection.

[Stockerlone]

Big congrats Antoni for this beautiful book with a ton of amazing signatures !!!

[lotuz]

Wow - great find! Nice pics, too - I'm trying to identify all the sigs and I think I recognize most of them...

[jcmanske]

I love the Dark Dreamers and a nice, low number. Plus, you got the signed version with all the sigs and not just the later with the lesser number. Congratulations! I also love the framed Salem's Lot. Perfect frame for the print!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Freakin' Killer! Such a beautiful presentation. :thumbsup:

[Brian861]

Congrats, Peri!

[peripheral]

Thanks fellas, for your kind words. Yeah, it is a beautifully constructed book, with some of my favourite horror authors all hanging out on the same sig sheet..!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Are those original stories?

[peripheral]

Are those original stories?

Hey Steve, no, it’s a collection of transcribed interviews with the authors about their work and the genre. They were video interviews originally and some of them are on You Tube if you search “dark dreamers”.

[peripheral]

Some books inscribed to me.

Adam's Ladder anthology - Limited to 100 and signed by the editors (the copy on the right is the trade paperback). I was lucky enough to also get it inscribed by my favourite author in the anthology, and one of my favourite contemporary horror writers, Laird Barron.

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I'm a Shea and Lovecraft (and Joshi) fan . These two anthologies are inscribed by editor S.T. Joshi.

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[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Excellent inscriptions! :thumbsup:

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

May the great Cthulhu never borrow your books.

[Brian861]

Congrats, Peri!

[Stockerlone]

Congrats Antoni !!!

[andyg75]

That’s a helluva collection you have now! Nice adds sir 👍

[Cordial Jim]

Incredible collection my man! Kudos! :)

Iron Maiden, World Piece Tour, August 20th, 1983, Cap Centre. Ingrained in my mind forever! Pam, I'll never forget you! :)

[peripheral]

Excellent inscriptions! :thumbsup:
Thank you brother...:thumbsup:


May the great Cthulhu never borrow your books.
Never! Nglui MGLW Nafh Cthulhu R LYEH WGAH Nagl Fhtan!!


Congrats, Peri!
Cheers, buddy...


Congrats Antoni !!!
Thanks Frank!


That’s a helluva collection you have now! Nice adds sir 👍
Cheers, Andy


Incredible collection my man! Kudos! :)
Iron Maiden, World Piece Tour, August 20th, 1983, Cap Centre. Ingrained in my mind forever! Pam, I'll never forget you! :)
Awesome, man. That would have been the tour to go to! Scream for me, Long Beach!!

[TravelinJack]

Very cool additions. That cover of Adam’s Ladder is hypnotizing. I always like seeing when an author takes a couple extra seconds to write a cool inscription.

[peripheral]

Very cool additions. That cover of Adam’s Ladder is hypnotizing. I always like seeing when an author takes a couple extra seconds to write a cool inscription.

Thanks TJ... Yeah, nothing like a cool inscription, and even better when its to me! And I agree, the artwork on this volume is fantastic. I'm going to start the read, soon.

[peripheral]

J.N. Williamson's "Illustrated Masques" - Lettered "XX" edition signed by the artists and the authors...

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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

One more 'X' and it's pornography!

[The Library Policeman]

Awsome, Antoni. Just awesome!

[Brian861]

Very cool, Peri!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Im gonna have to find one of these....damn you!:coo3l: :thumbsup:

[peripheral]

One more 'X' and it's pornography!
Hard Core!


Awsome, Antoni. Just awesome!
Cheers,Alan


Very cool, Peri!
Thx, Brian


Im gonna have to find one of these....damn you!:coo3l: :thumbsup:
Haha... hey, I'll swap you for a lettered of another kind!!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Im gonna have to find one of these....damn you!:coo3l: :thumbsup:
Haha... hey, I'll swap you for a lettered of another kind!![/QUOTE]

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