A Guide to U.S. First Editions of Stephen King

[pmkane]

Preorders are open for a small project I am putting together . . . A Guide to U.S. First Editions of Stephen King. A pocket sized guide to helping identify King's first editions. Something I wish I had when I first started colleting SK's works . . .

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Here's the link to order your copy! https://lightbox-photography-cards.myshopify.com/products/a-guide-to-u-s-first-editions-of-stephen-king

Thanks for your time!

[Garrell]

Already ordered:)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I think our own catalog would be sufficient.

[Randall Flagg]

Interesting, but now a person can use their phone to access our Catalog.


Click on any book:


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[webstar1000]

Paul is a really great dude and I support him. He makes wonderful cases for the King community and I think for a few bucks it is a cool little book:) Best of luck Paul!!!

[Garrell]

I got it cause it is cool looking, I use I catalog. I also try and support him

[pmkane]

I absolutly agree that in this digital world, it's as easy as looking things up online . . . but in the spirit of book collecting - real books - I thought it would be fun to put this print project together.

As with the slip cases I build, the bulk of the proceeds of this project (after printing) will be going to my daughter's high school music program. Last year, we purchased a $4K vibraphone for the concert and jazz bands soley through funds raised by selling my custom slipcases . . . this year, we've already bought them new music stands . . . and have some more things in the works, like custom printed, reusable rain ponchos for the marching band. Rather than turning our kiddos into magazine/chocolate/wrapping paper salespersons, I am tapping into an alternative form of fundraising . . .

Thank you to those who have already supported the project . . . means the world to me!

-pmk

[herbertwest]

Doesnt seem like a bad project, although we havent seen the inside of it.
Any idea of the shipping to France?

Thanks

[pmkane]

I'll be posting images of the inside once we're out of the editing phase - doing three stages of editing before going to print.

As for shipping to France, there are international shipping options during check out . . . I know it's different for every country, so I'd hate to quote you something and be wrong.

-pmk

[lotuz]

Cool little book! Ordered :)

[kingfan2323]

Preorders are open for a small project I am putting together . . . A Guide to U.S. First Editions of Stephen King. A pocket sized guide to helping identify King's first editions. Something I wish I had when I first started colleting SK's works . . .

https://scontent.fwbw1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/67826348_10157562972383980_2470783419966029824_o.j pg?_nc_cat=102&_nc_eui2=AeF4LKY6nZd_mOYhb8zAZNab0gfgr2cjbn2DXrV8G OtkAGgv6s18Wwq6oxDT_I54uCYj0QNigrQ52f8VeAfV9VScdDw bdi1K3tJCnBz3gy6yrg&_nc_oc=AQk3iVkpppyjrDz1m1myjROkIBcbOLGefG2MOHVIjYD W5AaAFUH_HbrJQlBV19BqtaU&_nc_ht=scontent.fwbw1-1.fna&oh=7dd2a52714fbb73b7c075afef76ea593&oe=5DCD2DF1

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Here's the link to order your copy! https://lightbox-photography-cards.myshopify.com/products/a-guide-to-u-s-first-editions-of-stephen-king

Thanks for your time!What a cool idea. Perfect little gift for those that see your collection, show interest, and may start collecting. Ordered.

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[Randall Flagg]

Looks like a cool book.
I hope it does well for you.

[amd013]

Just curious about the "19th edition". I assume you use that due to the connection of the number 19? Or is this really the 19th edition? If so, maybe you could show an inside page from a previous edition? Would be interesting to see what kind of details we can expect for each book.

[Roseannebarr]

Ordered 3 copies, it IS a nice looking book and price is right!

[pmkane]

Your assumption is dead on . . . 19th Edition is inspired by the connection of 19 to everything SK . . .

[pmkane]

Thank you!!!!

[Br!an]

Ordered 3 copies, it IS a nice looking book and price is right!

I'll see your 3 and raise you 2.

These will be nice little Secret Santas.

edit: At least they would have been if I hadn't posted about it. :wtf:

[webstar1000]

Paul also makes VERY unique cases for his books all for very fair prices. I have them on a few of my King books. VERY NICE WORK.

[Joe315]

Paul also makes VERY unique cases for his books all for very fair prices. I have them on a few of my King books. VERY NICE WORK.

Any pics you've shared?

[Patrick]

This is an inexpensive, cool little project relevant to my interests and it benefits a school music program - also relevant to me because of my own kids. I’ve preordered several.

[wizardsrainbow]

i ordered 5

[darkseer]

Ordered 1 cool little book.

[herbertwest]

Ordered one, the shipping are not a killing, so... why not?

[Beverly Marsh]

Also ordered. While this site and SK Collector are my bibles I think this will look nice displayed on the first edition shelves.

[webstar1000]

Paul also makes VERY unique cases for his books all for very fair prices. I have them on a few of my King books. VERY NICE WORK.

Any pics you've shared?

Here is one I just had done for an inscribed Slinger. I have 3 so far. Unreal quality... hopefully Paul will share some. His work is very good!


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[pmkane]

Love seeing that case - the first Dark Tower one I ever made!!

Here are some more samples of cases I've built:

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Hope you enjoy!!

-pmk

[Cook]

I absolutly agree that in this digital world, it's as easy as looking things up online . . . but in the spirit of book collecting - real books - I thought it would be fun to put this print project together.

As with the slip cases I build, the bulk of the proceeds of this project (after printing) will be going to my daughter's high school music program. Last year, we purchased a $4K vibraphone for the concert and jazz bands soley through funds raised by selling my custom slipcases . . . this year, we've already bought them new music stands . . . and have some more things in the works, like custom printed, reusable rain ponchos for the marching band. Rather than turning our kiddos into magazine/chocolate/wrapping paper salespersons, I am tapping into an alternative form of fundraising . . .

Thank you to those who have already supported the project . . . means the world to me!

-pmk

Cool idea, very intriguing.
Can you share a little more depth to the project, layout, king of information you'll be providing, etc.
Maybe share one example of one book, like a moderately difficult one.
Is the plan to have 1 page per book.
My apologies if this has already been covered.
Thanks

[pmkane]

I absolutly agree that in this digital world, it's as easy as looking things up online . . . but in the spirit of book collecting - real books - I thought it would be fun to put this print project together.

As with the slip cases I build, the bulk of the proceeds of this project (after printing) will be going to my daughter's high school music program. Last year, we purchased a $4K vibraphone for the concert and jazz bands soley through funds raised by selling my custom slipcases . . . this year, we've already bought them new music stands . . . and have some more things in the works, like custom printed, reusable rain ponchos for the marching band. Rather than turning our kiddos into magazine/chocolate/wrapping paper salespersons, I am tapping into an alternative form of fundraising . . .

Thank you to those who have already supported the project . . . means the world to me!

-pmk

Cool idea, very intriguing.
Can you share a little more depth to the project, layout, king of information you'll be providing, etc.
Maybe share one example of one book, like a moderately difficult one.
Is the plan to have 1 page per book.
My apologies if this has already been covered.
Thanks

The book will be 32 pages, pocket sized (3.5x5) and printed here in the US . . . As we're in the editing phase, sharing the layout isn't feasable at the moment . . . and as it's only 32 pages, it won't be one page per book.

Each book will be listed by publisher, publication year, cover artist, and cover price . . . then there will be the markers. I'll be listing stated edition, number lines, gutter codes, printing errors, dust jacket states and color of binding, boards and endpapers for each book.

[Cook]

I absolutly agree that in this digital world, it's as easy as looking things up online . . . but in the spirit of book collecting - real books - I thought it would be fun to put this print project together.

As with the slip cases I build, the bulk of the proceeds of this project (after printing) will be going to my daughter's high school music program. Last year, we purchased a $4K vibraphone for the concert and jazz bands soley through funds raised by selling my custom slipcases . . . this year, we've already bought them new music stands . . . and have some more things in the works, like custom printed, reusable rain ponchos for the marching band. Rather than turning our kiddos into magazine/chocolate/wrapping paper salespersons, I am tapping into an alternative form of fundraising . . .

Thank you to those who have already supported the project . . . means the world to me!

-pmk

Cool idea, very intriguing.
Can you share a little more depth to the project, layout, king of information you'll be providing, etc.
Maybe share one example of one book, like a moderately difficult one.
Is the plan to have 1 page per book.
My apologies if this has already been covered.
Thanks

The book will be 32 pages, pocket sized (3.5x5) and printed here in the US . . . As we're in the editing phase, sharing the layout isn't feasable at the moment . . . and as it's only 32 pages, it won't be one page per book.

Each book will be listed by publisher, publication year, cover artist, and cover price . . . then there will be the markers. I'll be listing stated edition, number lines, gutter codes, printing errors, dust jacket states and color of binding, boards and endpapers for each book.

Thanks for sharing.

[pmkane]

Something fun I am throwing in with the book project . . . a library card from Carrie's high school library . . .

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[Garrell]

Something fun I am throwing in with the book project . . . a library card from Carrie's high school library . . .

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Really neat

[kingfan2323]

Something fun I am throwing in with the book project . . . a library card from Carrie's high school library . . .

https://scontent.fwbw1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/67933997_10157584541268980_8756543528827355136_o.j pg?_nc_cat=106&_nc_oc=AQneVl6GQsnwZ-BfWK3h4Drq3VREGxkEG8g72b3Xvgpyz2qS5EzR13rvo3VlJFAQ rR0&_nc_ht=scontent.fwbw1-1.fna&oh=6a09c440c28bab87710555e18b914051&oe=5DD94D43I can finally chime in on an autograph authenticity opinion. That King Signature is a FAKE! Not a 1977 sig. Attack! Ha! Such a cool idea.

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[pmkane]

"That King Signature is a FAKE! Attack! Ha! Such a cool idea. "

You guys are the best . . . :biggrin:

[Randall Flagg]

Actually, that sig is pretty Damn good.

[kingfan2323]

Actually, that sig is pretty Damn good.See! I cant even judge the fake ones correctly! Ughh. I'll Leave it to you guys.

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[Randall Flagg]

I didn't say it was legit, just that it looked really good.

[The Library Policeman]

Ordered a copy looks good :thumbsup:

[kingfan2323]

I didn't say it was legit, just that it looked really good.Was just kidding.

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[Patrick]

Cool bookmark!

[pmkane]

For those following along with the progress of A Guide to U.S. First Editions of Stephen King, the book is currently at the printers as I type! They've promised to send me some snapshots of the book when it hits the press later this week!! It's a very exciting time . . . now I am ordering up the shipping supplies for later this month when I begin fulfillment!!

If you haven't ordered yours yet, there are some left!!

https://lightbox-photography-cards.myshopify.com/products/a-guide-to-u-s-first-editions-of-stephen-king

[amd013]

Just curious what was the last book you were able to include before sending to the printers?

[pmkane]

I got The Institue in there . . . the day after it went to press, If It Bleeds was announced . . .

[SystemCrashOverRide]

Hey PMKane, I tried to order a copy but LightBox says "there are no shipping options for the items in your cart", I'm located in Canada - are these only available for US buyers?

[pmkane]

That is very strange . . . I've sold more than a few to Canada . . . and a bunch to both Spain and France . . . I am looking into it now . . . can you try again for me, please? (if you're still interested - sorry, that was presumptuous!)

[SystemCrashOverRide]

An update for anyone curious or having similar issues with shipping - Paul was quick to answer PM's and send me an invoice directly to ensure that I could still get a copy. Very happy with the fast communication and service. Looking forward to this Paul!
Cheers

[Randall Flagg]

Slipcase only:


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[herbertwest]

Any updates about when the books will be sent?

[herbertwest]

For those following along with the progress of A Guide to U.S. First Editions of Stephen King, the book is currently at the printers as I type! They've promised to send me some snapshots of the book when it hits the press later this week!! It's a very exciting time . . . now I am ordering up the shipping supplies for later this month when I begin fulfillment!!

If you haven't ordered yours yet, there are some left!!

https://lightbox-photography-cards.myshopify.com/products/a-guide-to-u-s-first-editions-of-stephen-king

Hello,

Any update?
It seems that the books were supposed to be at the printers back in july. We are now in november....

[kingfan2323]

For those following along with the progress of A Guide to U.S. First Editions of Stephen King, the book is currently at the printers as I type! They've promised to send me some snapshots of the book when it hits the press later this week!! It's a very exciting time . . . now I am ordering up the shipping supplies for later this month when I begin fulfillment!!

If you haven't ordered yours yet, there are some left!!

https://lightbox-photography-cards.myshopify.com/products/a-guide-to-u-s-first-editions-of-stephen-king

Hello,

Any update?
It seems that the books were supposed to be at the printers back in july. We are now in november....Was wondering the same thing. Thx

looking for: The Terror S/L,
Dead Zone 1st/1st F or NF, Boy's Life S/L

[kingfan2323]

Waa wondering the same thing.

looking for: The Terror S/L,
Dead Zone 1st/1st F or NF, Boy's Life S/L

[webstar1000]

He has been signing and numbering them for the last week.


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[Randall Flagg]

I can't imagine the pain in my hand if I tried to sign 100 times a day for 10 days. I know King can whip out 200 books in 2 hours or less, but perhaps that's why his current signature is so cramped.

[zelig]

Paul has been posting updates on Facebook.

[M_O_O_N]

I ordered another book just now and asked Paul.

He responded, "Shipping will start on Wednesday!!"

[kingfan2323]

I ordered another book just now and asked Paul.

He responded, "Shipping will start on Wednesday!!"There is a date! Thanks, MOON.

looking for: The Terror S/L,
Dead Zone 1st/1st F or NF, Boy's Life S/L

[amd013]

Got shipping notice! Was confused at first, didn't know what I could be getting from Lightbox Photography Cards.

[darkseer]

Got mine looks nice. Like all the extras :)

[kingfan2323]

No notice yet. Hopefully soon.

looking for: The Terror S/L,
Dead Zone 1st/1st F or NF, Boy's Life S/L

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Mine's on the way, yay!

[M_O_O_N]

Got mine looks nice. Like all the extras :)


Drove immediately to the mailbox after seeing this and there it was with all the extra goodies, too!

[darkseer]

I didn't get a notice I just found it in my mail box.

[Cook]

Anybody have any pictures to post or any feedback on the guide.
Just curious..

[stroppygoblin]

No shipping notice yet, but I'm in the UK, so could be at the back of the queue...

[SystemCrashOverRide]

None here either, in Canada so I could also be at the back of the line.

[herbertwest]

No shipping notice yet, but I'm in the UK, so could be at the back of the queue...

I would guess that France will be even later :D

[amd013]

Got email that mine is out for delivery. So will see it when I get home from work.

[Garrell]

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Nicely done Mr Kane


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[Brian861]

That's really cool!

[Br!an]

Nicely done!

[pmkane]

So very glad to hear some of you are getting your books and enjoying them . . . More go out each and every day . . . each of the internation ones need special attention as a customs form needs to be filled out, but I should have them all wrapped up and done in a week's time . . . I am so very happy that everyone seems to really enjoy the book AND the extras, which I had a lot of fun creating!!!

Thank you ALL for the amazing support, encouragement, patience and kindness!!!

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-pmk

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I have found the Easter Egg in 'A Guide to U.S. first editions of Stephen King'. To prevent total public moral outrage and the burning of myself and the editor at the stake I will decline to divulge the content of the egg.

So like, what do I win, huh?

[kingfan2323]

I have found the Easter Egg in 'A Guide to U.S. first editions of Stephen King'. To prevent total public moral outrage and the burning of myself and the editor at the stake I will decline to divulge the content of the egg.

So like, what do I win, huh?Free Misery Lettered Edition!!!!
Lettered Regulators?

looking for: NOS4A2 (sub press)
Dead Zone 1st/1st, Boy's Life S/L

[Randall Flagg]

2nd printing of the book?

[Randall Flagg]

Finally got around to opening my package and there are some really cool items thrown in. I do have a small nit pick though. Stephenkingcollector.com is listed as the digital resource for the most up-to-date listings of King First editions.

I believe our catalog to be equally, if not more comprehensive and up to date. Take "If It Bleeds (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Stephen+King+First+Editions:If+ It+Bleeds&redirect=no)" as an example. We've had a listing up for several months now. Tomas hasn't put one up yet.
I'd be interested to know how many Guides were sold as a result of this thread.

[Roseannebarr]

Not received my copies yet. Still shipping?

[lotuz]

I got mine just yesterday so there's been a pretty wide range of delivery dates so far

[Roseannebarr]

I got mine just yesterday so there's been a pretty wide range of delivery dates so far

Thank You!

[Aremag]

Just received mine today #202.

[Br!an]

I ordered twice. I received the second order today. No shipping notice for the first order yet.

Not that I care too much on this edition, but the earlier orders should really receive the lower numbers IMHO.