Your New Pride and Joy!

[Ari_Racing]

Very nice! Congratulations! It's sad that Bernie can't draw anymore. Such a talented artist...

[DoctorZaius]

Very cool! It's amazing what we can find if we look.

It reminded me of the old days, where the hunt in a bookstore or flea market was half the thrill. The internet just does not feel the same.

[becca69]

Looks like Bernie is in good spirits. Nice additions!

[DoctorZaius]

Time for my other Boston Comic Con story. So, the other artist I was jazzing to meet was Jae Lee. I have long been drooling over some of the remarques he's done in TWTTK. A couple of months back I was able to work a deal with David at Betts to get a Dark Tower set that runs from III-TWTTK - I'm looking for #255 for the first two if anyone has them. My goal was to get Jae to do a remarque in the signed limited TWTTK. On Friday, I was one of the first people to get to Jae's table, before the line became untenable. He was taking commissions (not cheap for what I wanted) and I had to do a little convincing because he was a bit hesitant to take such an expensive book into his hands for the weekend - he promised to have it done on Sunday. He actually seemed a bit disappointed that I wanted a Roland remarque as those are what he gets asked for most often. Then I went off to see Bernie as I described in my other recent post here.

The next day, Saturday, I decided to see if I could get Jae to do two more remarques, this time in my two artist editions of TWTTK. Jae said OK, but I would have to give him till the end of the day on Sunday as commissions were running high. I also decided to have him add something to my original commission from Friday. Joe had seemed genuinely disappointed at doing another Roland so I threw him some more money and asked if he could add another person from the Ka-Tet. We settled on Detta in her wheel chair. I could see that he was enthused by the opportunity to add more. Off I went to see what else I could find.

Sunday rolls around and I am so excited to see what Jae has come up with. I also decide to press my luck and ask for a fourth remarque, this time in my Marvel edition of The Gunslinger Born - Love Jae's work in this series. He initially did not want to add to the work he had to finish, but when I mentioned that I would like a Susan Delgado he just smiled and said "yes." That's when he dropped the bomb on me. Jae said that he had become inspired the night before as he was doing the preliminary sketch for my TWTTK remarque. He said that he wanted to draw the whole Ka-Tet if that was OK with me - "Hell yeah!" was my reply. Jae was nervous about time and asked that I come back at 6PM, right when the Con was to end. Needless to say I walked around the Con giddy with excitement. When 6PM rolled around I cycled back to reap my rewards. Unfortunately, Jae was only half way done with the inking of TWTTK. He gave me my other three remarques - just look below to enjoy them - but needed more time. Jae told me he was staying at the hotel across the street and I told him I was parked underneath and that my wife and I could go have a drink while he finished. He was relieved. That's when Jae gave me his business card, with his personal phone number so we could text when he was done - I could probably sell that number! KIDDING! So now I am having a few beers with my wife, and Jae texts me at 7PM that he's done, but that he really wants to add one more thing if I can wait a little longer - he wants to add the bleeping Crimson King! Another beer for my wife and me. 7:45 rolls around and in pops Jae with what he calls "the best" remarque he has ever done in a King book, and the "only" remarque to have the whole Ka-tet, even Oy. When I mention how I can't wait to put it up on the site here and that I had gotten he book from David, he just smiled and told me to tell David "hi" - I already passed that one one. I offered to buy Jae a drink but alas the does not drink. We took a picture together with his masterpiece, now mine, and then went on our merry ways. Just thought I would pass on Jae's final sentiments that working on The Dark Tower for Stephen King, for Donald Grant, for Marvel, and for us has been, and I quote, "the single best professional experience in his life." His body of work certainly shows it. Sorry to taking so long to tell a simple story, but it was just a thrill! Enjoy!

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_3120.jpghttp://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_3119.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_3118.jpghttp://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_3114.jpg
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/IMG_3121.jpg

[webstar1000]

Best Jae remarque ever.

[Br!an]

That rocks!

Here's the link for a larger version... http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/IMG_3121.jpg

[DoctorZaius]

That rocks!

Here's the link for a larger version... http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/IMG_3121.jpg

Thanks - how'd you do that larger version?

[Br!an]

In your gallery, click on the thumbnail pic and the picture is rendered below in a medium size. Click the medium sized picture and the larger version will come up. It's so large that you need to scroll to see it all.

[DoctorZaius]

In your gallery, click on the thumbnail pic and the picture is rendered below in a medium size. Click the medium sized picture and a the larger version will come up. It's so large that you need to scroll to see it all.

Thanks, I never realized they were different links.

[Br!an]

In your gallery, click on the thumbnail pic and the picture is rendered below in a medium size. Click the medium sized picture and a the larger version will come up. It's so large that you need to scroll to see it all.

Thanks, I never realized they were different links.

There is the thumbnail size, the medium size and the large size. The site reduces the large size to fit the screen.

[wizardsrainbow]

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/519/medium/Charlie2.jpg

[becca69]

That's awesome David... is it in the Charlie book?

[Theli]

Very cool! Big congrats!

[Ari_Racing]

That's an awesome remarque! :)

[wizardsrainbow]

That's awesome David... is it in the Charlie book?

yep

[Randall Flagg]

Came a couple of days ago:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1471894912-Charlie%20Choo%20Choo%20tshirt.JPG

[picontin]

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160823_165630_zpskz77wx9q.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160823_165630_zpskz77wx9q.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160823_165745_zpsu466j4gb.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160823_165745_zpsu466j4gb.jpg.html)

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations!

[Jimimck]

Nice! That Black House edition is under rated IMO. We don't see enough additions of that to people's collections. Very cool!


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[becca69]

Nice! That Black House edition is under rated IMO. We don't see enough additions of that to people's collections. Very cool!

True. I really like that edition and my matching Talisman.

[peripheral]

Nice additions folks...

[Theli]

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160823_165630_zpskz77wx9q.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160823_165630_zpskz77wx9q.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160823_165745_zpsu466j4gb.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160823_165745_zpsu466j4gb.jpg.html)

Very nice! Congrats on the new s/l.

[picontin]

Thank you all!

[Mattrick]

This tome is amazing

Aww hell yeah!

https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14102220_10157458525570571_6174519706108119149_n.j pg?oh=52199c5fc3dd0b45fa9b6a4d99b74835&oe=5847C406
https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14054229_10157458525650571_6604903010562547960_n.j pg?oh=06f0267ff9f2e453822c9374b14258b4&oe=5857947B
https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14064144_10157458525760571_5862959128336357050_n.j pg?oh=7c84cf5287cb35f52f23ed2ed0653c73&oe=5853D9DD

[mae]

Which edition of HPL is that? I have the latest leatherbound B&N volume, plus the Hippocampus Press three-volume set.

[Br!an]

Which edition of HPL is that? I have the latest leatherbound B&N volume, plus the Hippocampus Press three-volume set.

Quite a bargain for $21.49 I'd say.

https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Fiction-Lovecraft-Knickerbocker-Classics/dp/1631060015

[tippy4]

Thanks to a member here, I have just filled a major gap in my collection

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/s-l1600_zpssls8oaqi.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/s-l1600_zpssls8oaqi.jpg.html)

[Pasiuk57]

Salem's Lot Book Club Edition? (HAHA)

[stroppygoblin]

Thanks to a member here, I have just filled a major gap in my collection

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/s-l1600_zpssls8oaqi.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/s-l1600_zpssls8oaqi.jpg.html)

Very nice! 2nd or 3rd State? (or gasp! maybe 1st!! :evil:)

[peripheral]

Congrats guys. Salem's - my favourite 1st

[tippy4]

Salem's Lot Book Club Edition? (HAHA)




Thanks to a member here, I have just filled a major gap in my collection


Very nice! 2nd or 3rd State? (or gasp! maybe 1st!! :evil:)


Congrats guys. Salem's - my favourite 1st

Thanks guys......it's a 2nd State.

[Dan]

Nice looking copy!

[Fsmdr]

Salem's Lot Book Club Edition? (HAHA)




Thanks to a member here, I have just filled a major gap in my collection


Very nice! 2nd or 3rd State? (or gasp! maybe 1st!! :evil:)


Congrats guys. Salem's - my favourite 1st

Thanks guys......it's a 2nd State.

Looks great, Tippy! How is the spine of the DJ?

[Pasiuk57]

2nd state--nice book and looks like great shape!! CONGRATS!!

[zelig]

Nice one Rick. Congrats!

[tippy4]

A week ago, I found a fine copy of the Gunslinger (2nd Printing) for $54 out the door.

[stroppygoblin]

A week ago, I found a fine copy of the Gunslinger (2nd Printing) for $54 out the door.

Sweet!

I have a book en-route to me right now, it's either the best deal of my life or I have wasted less than the price of a takeaway coffee! I'll update this thread either way!

[Ari_Racing]

I received some cool items last Friday. :)

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t31.0-8/14068434_10210752961924867_7681057787723483548_o.j pg

[carlosdetweiller]

Nice haul! That AB Bookman's Weekly has Peter Schneider's first article on King collecting. I used it as my collecting Bible for a long time. I think it might be the first article written solely about King collecting.

[Ari_Racing]

And for the following item I can't thank Jerome enough for what he did.

A month ago one of the elusive Maximum Overdrive Cardboard trucks was auctioned and I couldn't afford the amount at that precise moment. The auction was over only a couple of hours ago and big was my surprise when Jerome contacted me telling me he bought the item so I'd not lose it. Not only he didn't charge me an extra cent but he even took two installments for the payment. I can't thank him enough for his kindness and help. :)

And now the funny thing: when I started looking for the Maximum Overdrive Cardboard truck I saw one over a bookcase and I calculated it couldn't be larger than 10'' x 5''. So when I got the package and it was HUGE, I realized there are TWO cardboard trucks. One is the small one...and the other the one I got:

https://scontent-eze1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14102533_10210752909403554_53254724632347664_n.jpg ?oh=f9e47190c9b782bb058e281df3398124&oe=583BA8BD

There's no way I can have this display at my house. So I only kept displayed the truck and find a great place to show it:

https://scontent-eze1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14100373_10210752923923917_8876497772448474907_n.j pg?oh=548812c6a7ceea14c07262e307380b58&oe=5841EBA7

Of course, I'm still searching for the SMALL cardboard truck :D

[Randall Flagg]

That package took a very circuitous route.
The address I mailed it to was in an industrial area and the "suite" number wasn't on the shipping label.

The box went to and from from me in California, to Miami Florida, lost in transit, returned do to insufficient address. The box came back to me and I had to add cardboard support/protection on all four corners as is was starting to fall apart. Waiting on hold for the USPS, even with the direct number to the local post office was quite the PITA. Hours and hours.

It finally arrived, and as Ari can attest it's a huge bastard. It was over 10 lbs. and an odd size. ~30"x30"x4".

[becca69]

That's so cool Ari, and really nice of you Jerome!

[peripheral]

"Huge bastard"... haha.. That is just awesome fellas.

[zelig]

That's a big display. Congrats. Nice work guys.

[webstar1000]

RF, your a classy dude:)


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[darkseer]

And for the following item I can't thank Jerome enough for what he did.

A month ago one of the elusive Maximum Overdrive Cardboard trucks was auctioned and I couldn't afford the amount at that precise moment. The auction was over only a couple of hours ago and big was my surprise when Jerome contacted me telling me he bought the item so I'd not lose it. Not only he didn't charge me an extra cent but he even took two installments for the payment. I can't thank him enough for his kindness and help. :)

And now the funny thing: when I started looking for the Maximum Overdrive Cardboard truck I saw one over a bookcase and I calculated it couldn't be larger than 10'' x 5''. So when I got the package and it was HUGE, I realized there are TWO cardboard trucks. One is the small one...and the other the one I got:

https://scontent-eze1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14102533_10210752909403554_53254724632347664_n.jpg ?oh=f9e47190c9b782bb058e281df3398124&oe=583BA8BD

There's no way I can have this display at my house. So I only kept displayed the truck and find a great place to show it:

https://scontent-eze1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14100373_10210752923923917_8876497772448474907_n.j pg?oh=548812c6a7ceea14c07262e307380b58&oe=5841EBA7

Of course, I'm still searching for the SMALL cardboard truck :D

Wow that's huge :rolleyes1:

[bdwyer19]

Wow...That definitely looks like a shipping nightmare.

[Aronstg]

Haha.. that is so awesome. Kudos to RF for the assist here.

[east-tennessee]

Very nice Ari & Jerome.........:)

[Theli]

Big congrats Ari. That thing is massive!

[Brian861]

Very nice, Ari and ditto on the kudos for RF helping ya out with it.

[firemonkey66]

Lol, that thing is friggen huge! I'd be afraid that it's going to come to life and run over all my books:)

Great assist, RF!

[biomieg]

I received some cool items last Friday. :)

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t31.0-8/14068434_10210752961924867_7681057787723483548_o.j pg

I am glad they arrived safely, Ari. And congratulations with the Maximum Overdrive promo!

[stroppygoblin]

Some very nice additions Ari! Big :thumbsup: to RF for once again going above and beyond for members of this site :)

[herbertwest]

And for the following item I can't thank Jerome enough for what he did.

A month ago one of the elusive Maximum Overdrive Cardboard trucks was auctioned and I couldn't afford the amount at that precise moment. The auction was over only a couple of hours ago and big was my surprise when Jerome contacted me telling me he bought the item so I'd not lose it. Not only he didn't charge me an extra cent but he even took two installments for the payment. I can't thank him enough for his kindness and help. :)

And now the funny thing: when I started looking for the Maximum Overdrive Cardboard truck I saw one over a bookcase and I calculated it couldn't be larger than 10'' x 5''. So when I got the package and it was HUGE, I realized there are TWO cardboard trucks. One is the small one...and the other the one I got:

https://scontent-eze1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14102533_10210752909403554_53254724632347664_n.jpg ?oh=f9e47190c9b782bb058e281df3398124&oe=583BA8BD

There's no way I can have this display at my house. So I only kept displayed the truck and find a great place to show it:

https://scontent-eze1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14100373_10210752923923917_8876497772448474907_n.j pg?oh=548812c6a7ceea14c07262e307380b58&oe=5841EBA7

Of course, I'm still searching for the SMALL cardboard truck :D

It's not the same one that we saw in the past, but that's a great looking one. Just also a big ass POS ad!

Ari, what is the 22/11/63 book under the truck at the top of the shelf??

[Ari_Racing]

I am glad they arrived safely, Ari. And congratulations with the Maximum Overdrive promo!

Thank you! I loved 'em! :) I finally have that fucking Redbook magazine! :D


Ari, what is the 22/11/63 book under the truck at the top of the shelf??

It's a promo fake book for 11.22.63 in Spanish. :)

[herbertwest]

Promo fake book?

[Ari_Racing]

It looks like a gigant book but it's not a book. It's for display purposes.

[The Library Policeman]

Congratulations on finally landing that Maximum Overdrive, Ari and really cool of Jerome to do that for you.

[Randall Flagg]

Some recent stuff:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1472928964-Charlie%20Choo%20Choo%20swag%201.JPG



Rare unsigned (by Beryl Evans actress) edition. Possibly even more rare as it has Ned Dameron original art and signature:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1472929112-Dameron%20Choo%20Choo%20remarque.JPG

[Ari_Racing]

Cool! I'm still after one of those shirts at a good price.

[Randall Flagg]

Cool! I'm still after one of those shirts at a good price.
You can have one for free if you win the auction...

[Theli]

Very nice copy of Charlie the Choo Choo, Jerome!

[Randall Flagg]

Very nice copy of Charlie the Choo Choo, Jerome!
Thanks. It was fun to get.

[herbertwest]

I am in touch with SONY reps.
The marketing manager dealing with that title forwarded my details to the french reps (and therefore I should not contact the international manager directly), who have never even heard of that book. I guess that i'll never get lucky enough to get one as a freebie :p

[herbertwest]

My second favorite author is Bernard Werber, a french author that is literally considered as a superstar in Korea & Russia (only his first book has been translated in english, as EMPIRE OF THE ANTS. As a side note, while King was in front of 2500 people in France, the same evening he was in front of 10,000 in korea).

I personally know that author since about a decade, after meeting him in a signing and presenting my research about his work, which I am trying to turn into a book.
I know that he regularly invite some friends over on sundays for talking and playing a game (a werewolf card game, where villagers are trying to find out who are the werewolves decimating the village : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Werewolves_of_Millers_Hollow ) and today was the first time I was actually invited to take part of it.

Before other people arrived, he gave me a copy of his next book to be published (in a month), as a proof copy (which he signed) & a final copy.
His next book is titled DEMAIN LES CHATS (lit : TOMORROW THE CATS)

http://club-stephenking.fr/img/collection-herbertwest/BW/2016/sept/demain-chats--0.JPG http://club-stephenking.fr/img/collection-herbertwest/BW/2016/sept/demain-chats--1.JPG

At the end of the afternoon, we chatted a bit more, and he invited me to his other flat to get a couple of more proofs he forgot to give me and chatted some more (including about King).

He asked me if I needed any other books, and I replied/made the mistake of mentionning I started collecting EMPIRE OF THE ANTS in foreign languages. At that point, he started handing me over many books in different languages (he was also pleased to clear out a bit of space).
So instead of leaving with only 3-4 books, I actually left with an entire boxful off books and 4-5 extra proofs I already had!
Oh, and I guess that my foreign collection will not solely focus on 1 specific book anymore.
I actually need to sort that box I had to carry for 1h in the metro. I didn't take a good picture, but i'd say there is about 20 books...

http://club-stephenking.fr/img/collection-herbertwest/BW/2016/sept/IMG_9733.JPG


On top of that, he also handed me that one :

http://club-stephenking.fr/img/collection-herbertwest/BW/2016/sept/IMG_9736.JPG

A printed version of his previous book, with his working title (as printed : the kingdom of dreams, which would become "THE SIXTH SLEEP")... so a version of a book BEFORE even the proof! Told me that he probably got it back from the person to whom he dedicated the book.
So, for me, this one is quite a gem!

[Randall Flagg]

I am in touch with SONY reps.
The marketing manager dealing with that title forwarded my details to the french reps (and therefore I should not contact the international manager directly), who have never even heard of that book. I guess that i'll never get lucky enough to get one as a freebie :p
The only copy I received for free was auctioned as a fundraiser.

It's odd, but most international "press" want and often receive a free book, and then a short time later, the free book sells for a handsome price.

[Pasiuk57]

That is a great story and what a great haul!!!

[Brian861]

Great haul, Jeremy!

[Br!an]

Very cool Jeremy!

[Roog]

Congrats Jeremy, that's something really special!

[Randall Flagg]

Always cool when an artist sends you a piece, and also does a cool little drawing on the envelope:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1472929128-Crow%20on%20mailer.JPG

[becca69]

Always cool when an artist sends you a piece, and also does a cool little drawing on the envelope:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1472929128-Crow%20on%20mailer.JPG

I like that!

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Alex can draw, that's for sure.

Mulleins

[Randall Flagg]

I'm a sucker for crows.

[Roog]

Very cool. You received your new avatar.

[wizardsrainbow]

Always cool when an artist sends you a piece, and also does a cool little drawing on the envelope:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1472929128-Crow%20on%20mailer.JPG

Is that from Alex McVey???

ARRGGGHHH, he STILL OWES ME now after 2.5 YEARS!

[bdwyer19]

Always cool when an artist sends you a piece, and also does a cool little drawing on the envelope:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1472929128-Crow%20on%20mailer.JPG

Is that from Alex McVey???

ARRGGGHHH, he STILL OWES ME now after 2.5 YEARS!

Ugh... Sorry to hear David that it still hasn't been resolved.

Very cool Jerome!

[surly]

Picked this up from the framer and I'm pretty pleased with the way it turned out. Here is the original cover painting from the Doubleday 1st edition of 'SALEM'S LOT.
I was going for a bit of a goth look in the frame and thanks to some advice by some members here (thank you Alec and Becca) I kept the proportions of the paper intact and went with an asymmetrical matting.
http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab21/surly_pics/collection/IMG_20160906_204111357_zpsezwkzibm.jpg~original (http://s846.photobucket.com/user/surly_pics/media/collection/IMG_20160906_204111357_zpsezwkzibm.jpg.html)
I've pretty much accepted that it's unlikely I'll ever own a first state SL dust jacket, so I'm pretty happy to have this instead.

[firemonkey66]

Picked this up from the framer and I'm pretty pleased with the way it turned out. Here is the original cover painting from the Doubleday 1st edition of 'SALEM'S LOT.
I was going for a bit of a goth look in the frame and thanks to some advice by some members here (thank you Alec and Becca) I kept the proportions of the paper intact and went with an asymmetrical matting.
http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab21/surly_pics/collection/IMG_20160906_204111357_zpsezwkzibm.jpg (http://s846.photobucket.com/user/surly_pics/media/collection/IMG_20160906_204111357_zpsezwkzibm.jpg.html)
I've pretty much accepted that it's unlikely I'll ever own a first state SL dust jacket, so I'm pretty happy to have this instead.

That looks awesome. The asymmetry of the matting makes the image pop even more. Good advice and a great friggen piece! Congrats!

[Dan]

Love it!

[carlosdetweiller]

Beautiful! Well done.

[dnemec]

Nicely matted and framed. Gorgeous!

[bdwyer19]

That looks great!

[Fsmdr]

Very nice looking art and frame work! Congrats.

[becca69]

Picked this up from the framer and I'm pretty pleased with the way it turned out. Here is the original cover painting from the Doubleday 1st edition of 'SALEM'S LOT.
I was going for a bit of a goth look in the frame and thanks to some advice by some members here (thank you Alec and Becca) I kept the proportions of the paper intact and went with an asymmetrical matting.
http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab21/surly_pics/collection/IMG_20160906_204111357_zpsezwkzibm.jpg (http://s846.photobucket.com/user/surly_pics/media/collection/IMG_20160906_204111357_zpsezwkzibm.jpg.html)
I've pretty much accepted that it's unlikely I'll ever own a first state SL dust jacket, so I'm pretty happy to have this instead.

Very nice. Did they put the measurement sheet on the back?

[biomieg]

Yes, that's perfect. Looking forward to the framed Shining and Different Seasons art! We're all very jealous, Jim!

[carlosdetweiller]

We're all very jealous, Jim!

Yes, we are!

[peripheral]

The frame was a perfect choice and I love the asymmetry. Great work.

[Brian861]

Very nice!

[Ben Mears]

Nicely matted and framed. Gorgeous!

+1

[Merlin1958]

http://imageshack.com/a/img923/866/RjdseU.jpg

[becca69]

http://imageshack.com/a/img923/866/RjdseU.jpg

Ahhhh, 1 of 3... I was thinking The Plant :lol:

[Merlin1958]

I have all three signed. A complete set now. Thanks!!!

[becca69]

I have all three signed. A complete set now. Thanks!!!

Nice. I need the first two ;)

[becca69]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/greenday.png (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/greenday.png.html)

[Br!an]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/greenday.png (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/greenday.png.html)

Nice! I'm hoping they add a Florida show. They're great in concert. Very fun!

[becca69]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/greenday.png (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/greenday.png.html)

Nice! I'm hoping they add a Florida show. They're great in concert. Very fun!

This is a very small venue and they sold out in like 2 seconds. I'm shocked I got them - 2 ticket limit and will call only. Can't wait!

[picontin]

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115238_zpsjlhopuzg.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115238_zpsjlhopuzg.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115355_zpsem3hhfu6.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115355_zpsem3hhfu6.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115648_zpsehgfavyd.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115648_zpsehgfavyd.jpg.html)

Dutch copie, Trade, Gift and S/L...mission complete!

[becca69]

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115238_zpsjlhopuzg.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115238_zpsjlhopuzg.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115355_zpsem3hhfu6.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115355_zpsem3hhfu6.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115648_zpsehgfavyd.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115648_zpsehgfavyd.jpg.html)

Dutch copie, Trade, Gift and S/L...mission complete!

Nice adds, what is that red copy of Christine?

[picontin]

Thanks!
A Dutch HC.

[Brian861]

Congrats, picontin!

[Merlin1958]

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

:thumbsup:

[Br!an]

Nice! I'm hoping they add a Florida show. They're great in concert. Very fun!

This is a very small venue and they sold out in like 2 seconds. I'm shocked I got them - 2 ticket limit and will call only. Can't wait!

I'd love to see them in a small venue. They mostly just play stadiums now.

I'm a member of the fan club Idiot Nation. They offer pre-sales, so if they come to Florida I'll get tickets.

[firemonkey66]

http://imageshack.com/a/img923/866/RjdseU.jpg

Good stuff, Bill. A nice birthday present:)

[firemonkey66]

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115238_zpsjlhopuzg.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115238_zpsjlhopuzg.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115355_zpsem3hhfu6.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115355_zpsem3hhfu6.jpg.html)

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e242/Picontin/20160909_115648_zpsehgfavyd.jpg (http://s40.photobucket.com/user/Picontin/media/20160909_115648_zpsehgfavyd.jpg.html)

Dutch copie, Trade, Gift and S/L...mission complete!

Nice to check that off the list! Good stuff.

[firemonkey66]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/greenday.png (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/greenday.png.html)

Nice! I'm hoping they add a Florida show. They're great in concert. Very fun!

This is a very small venue and they sold out in like 2 seconds. I'm shocked I got them - 2 ticket limit and will call only. Can't wait!

I'd love to see them in concert. Nice grab.

[becca69]

Nice! I'm hoping they add a Florida show. They're great in concert. Very fun!

This is a very small venue and they sold out in like 2 seconds. I'm shocked I got them - 2 ticket limit and will call only. Can't wait!

I'd love to see them in a small venue. They mostly just play stadiums now.

I'm a member of the fan club Idiot Nation. They offer pre-sales, so if they come to Florida I'll get tickets.

From what I hear, the fan club pre-sale sold out really quickly too and many members weren't able to get tickets.

[Ricky]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/greenday.png (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/greenday.png.html)

I read this and for a good few seconds I was thinking, "What the hell is 'Green Day'? Some kind of environmental thing?" Then it clicked. :lol:

[Br!an]

Dutch copie, Trade, Gift and S/L...mission complete!

Congratulations!

There's always a remarqued version. :orely:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/IMG_4599_zps68519b14.jpg

[Br!an]

Nice! I'm hoping they add a Florida show. They're great in concert. Very fun!

This is a very small venue and they sold out in like 2 seconds. I'm shocked I got them - 2 ticket limit and will call only. Can't wait!

I'd love to see them in a small venue. They mostly just play stadiums now.

I'm a member of the fan club Idiot Nation. They offer pre-sales, so if they come to Florida I'll get tickets.

From what I hear, the fan club pre-sale sold out really quickly too and many members weren't able to get tickets.

That makes sense, especially in a small venue.

I'll wait until they schedule a show close enough to go to before I worry about it. They don't have anything scheduled in the South. Hopefully after the European leg.

[picontin]

Dutch copie, Trade, Gift and S/L...mission complete!

Congratulations!

There's always a remarqued version. :orely:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/IMG_4599_zps68519b14.jpg

Thank you all.
Wonderfull remarque Brian! But S/L Doctor Sleep is on my list..and S/L The Stand...S/L The Shining.....S/L Insomnia....:beat:

[Br!an]

I found a few goodies at the local Public Library book sale.

The FAB8 is a NF/NF 1st/1st. The paperback is a 1st Signet edition with the new introduction. The Man In The Black Suit; All That You Love Will Be Carried Away; That Feeling, You Can Only Say What It Is In French and The Death Of Jack Hamilton on audio.

All Three for $2!

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_5069.JPG

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Great finds! I wish we had a place on DT to swap/sell/buy DVD and BluRay movies.

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations everyone! Nice stuff!

[AstroDad]

been awhile since I was able to share anything here...school starting always take a big bite out of the budget!

This arrived from Bett's Today. Big thanks to David for helping me check this one off, one of my favorite limiteds!

http://i.imgur.com/EmK6vYB.jpg

[bdwyer19]

been awhile since I was able to share anything here...school starting always take a big bite out of the budget!

This arrived from Bett's Today. Big thanks to David for helping me check this one off, one of my favorite limiteds!

http://i.imgur.com/EmK6vYB.jpg

Very nice! One of my favorites too.

[Brian861]

Congrats!

[webstar1000]

Congrats!


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[zelig]

Very nice!

[peripheral]

Great edition. Nice one.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Awesome! Congrats

[Lot guy]

Congrats!!!!

[webstar1000]

When I was at the Whelan's a very cool thing happened. I am finally able to share it. Walking through their home / art gallery was a dream come true for me as many of you know:) So, a very cool thing took place when we got to tour Michael's studio. It is literally where the magic happens. Very neat to see "his space" and how he captures what he does in picture. Upon walking back down the staircase... I stopped and started at this piece which I had not seen on the way up. I LOVED IT.... caught my eye and it was the color and look of midworld to me.. in my own mind. He paid it no mind as we walked by but I stopped and asked him about it. He said the painting (it is an oil on canvas) bothered him for many years. It was not for sale and the reason Michael told me it wasn't for so long that after it was used in a King book... he hung it not to be sold... cause there was something missing from it. He submitted it to Grant but still something nagged at him. He told me to look and look closely and then I started to see the number '9' which is prevalent in most of his work but the painting is large (my largest Whelan) and my eyes missed it. He pointed out the tree needed the Crimson King's touch and put the eye in as you can see if you have not seen it already! It really is a breathtaking picture... artwork in person VS in a book or on the computer is simple like comparing a movie to a book.... there is no comparison.

I walked down the hall with my wife and happen to catch Mr. Whelan staring at it as were walking away, he moved to leave, then turned back and took it off the wall. He brought it out to the living room where we were all talking and then sat it down up against the wall. I thought it odd and commented so to his wife a week later... and she told me Michael wanted me to have it providing I was able to afford the piece. It was not for sale was what I thought... and it is a lot of money... and they did look after me a bit price wise and damm right I did what I had to.. to get it. Period.

Pics are not the best but here it is:)

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_0370_1.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_0370_1.jpg.html)

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_0368_1.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_0368_1.jpg.html)

http://i1242.photobucket.com/albums/gg528/websterweddingmexico/IMG_0363.jpg (http://s1242.photobucket.com/user/websterweddingmexico/media/IMG_0363.jpg.html)

[wolfehr]

Awesome webstar1000. That piece is amazing. Congrats!

[AstroDad]

fantastic Webstar!

[AKC]

Congrats Kris. Will make a fantastic addition to your collection.

I remember talking with Michael about that very piece as part of my last visit. Right at the bottom of the staircase.

Well done sir.

[carlosdetweiller]

Very happy for you Kris.....jealous as hell, but happy. Congratulations!

BTW, what are the dimensions?

[becca69]

Absolutely love that Whelan Kris.

[Randall Flagg]

BTW, what are the dimensions?
Here is a guide (http://ultraculture.org/blog/2014/12/16/heres-visual-guide-10-dimensions-reality/)

[carlosdetweiller]

BTW, what are the dimensions?
Here is a guide (http://ultraculture.org/blog/2014/12/16/heres-visual-guide-10-dimensions-reality/)

May the Bird of Paradise fly up your nose.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Amazing!

Mulleins

[Fsmdr]

Oh wow!!! That is so beautiful. Wheelman can render trees like no one can. Hope it finds a prominent place to hang in your home.

[webstar1000]

Very happy for you Kris.....jealous as hell, but happy. Congratulations!

BTW, what are the dimensions?

16x20!!!


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[allasorte]

That is priceless Kris. Love the background coloring. Truly, a work of art!

[allasorte]

Always love a forum member that gets a S/L. Congrats Astrodad. I just have the unsigned PC version. Half way there! lol

[Ben Mears]

Great story and an excellent painting. When art speaks to you it's hard to resist!

[Theli]

Absolutely beautiful piece Kris! Big congrats, I love it.

[Jimimck]

Fantastic piece and story Kris.

[webstar1000]

Thank you everyone! So happy:)


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[stroppygoblin]

now that we have Kris's 'bit of art' out of the way :evil:

Here's my new P & J....

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/1C41AED9-F76E-476C-AE40-960B7A76C402_zps1xyovb5d.jpg (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/1C41AED9-F76E-476C-AE40-960B7A76C402_zps1xyovb5d.jpg.html)

More pics on my collection thread (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?17784-Book-Collection-Stroppy-Goblin/page41)..

[racerx45]

Very Cool, congratulations!

[carlosdetweiller]

now that we have Kris's 'bit of art' out of the way :evil:

Here's my new P & J....


That is a very nice check, Simon. Congratulations!

[bdwyer19]

Congrats Simon, it's a great S/L. Nice find with that check!!

[allasorte]

Ah, the one from betts :). Nice!

[Theli]

Congrats on a great s/l Simon.

[Merlin1958]

now that we have Kris's 'bit of art' out of the way :evil:

Here's my new P & J....

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/1C41AED9-F76E-476C-AE40-960B7A76C402_zps1xyovb5d.jpg (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/1C41AED9-F76E-476C-AE40-960B7A76C402_zps1xyovb5d.jpg.html)

More pics on my collection thread (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?17784-Book-Collection-Stroppy-Goblin/page41)..

Very nice. Congrats, Simon!!!!

[wizardsrainbow]

Very happy for you Kris.....jealous as hell, but happy. Congratulations!

BTW, what are the dimensions?

16x20!!!


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Pretty SWEET Kris

[wizardsrainbow]

Simon! Annie Wilkes lurks out there still....watch out man!

[becca69]

Wondered who got that check. Nice pick up Simon.

[peripheral]

Very cool Simon..

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Beautiful painting and cool regulators! Nicely done :thumbsup:

[jsobanski]

As I'm sure most of you saw earlier this week, I picked up the lettered edition of IT from Betts. It came today and I love it (no pun intended). IT is by far my favorite book and what initially got me into collecting books so I wanted to share some shots from right after I unpacked it.

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161014_zpsq2z70phn.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161014_zpsq2z70phn.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161058_zps1v7nkyjh.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161058_zps1v7nkyjh.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161504_zpsvlcpgkfh.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161504_zpsvlcpgkfh.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161123_zpsxqccsjev.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161123_zpsxqccsjev.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161211_zpsamwiei2t.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161211_zpsamwiei2t.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161230_zpsw4dfsqkp.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161230_zpsw4dfsqkp.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161251_zpsd8jp2z5j.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161251_zpsd8jp2z5j.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161317_zpsqqg7ayus.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161317_zpsqqg7ayus.jpg.html)

http://i1266.photobucket.com/albums/jj529/justinsobanski/IMG_20160916_161344_zpsqst1sjzp.jpg (http://s1266.photobucket.com/user/justinsobanski/media/IMG_20160916_161344_zpsqst1sjzp.jpg.html)

Now I just need to pick up a gift edition for a reasonable price and then I'll have all 3 25th anniversary editions. I'll definitely post some pics once I have all 3 together.

[firemonkey66]

Wow, very sweet. Congrats!

[webstar1000]

Nice! Such a nice book that is. You must be thrilled!


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[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Awesome IT! Such a gorgeous edition. Big Congrats!

[Theli]

Huge congrats! Absolutely stunning. I'm jealous.

[dnemec]

Beautiful! Congrats!

[Lot guy]

Congrats Simon, Kris and Jsobanski!!!!

[Jimimck]

I'm lovin IT

[peripheral]

Fantastic. One of the best, for sure ...

[Brian861]

I'm lovin IT

McIT? :lol:

[picontin]

Fantastic!
Congrats!

[Merlin1958]

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[ke7285]

Congrats Kris on the art work excellent! Simon that is a very cool check on the Regulator's! Lettered It is awesome congrats to all.

[ke7285]

http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac228/n8qvx/IMG_0945_zpsznaq5trr.jpg (http://s902.photobucket.com/user/n8qvx/media/IMG_0945_zpsznaq5trr.jpg.html)

I had a mail call this past week from Bett's also. #125 of 125 of the pop-up The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon. Bring's my total of S/L's to 50

[Room 217 Caretaker]

#125 of 125. Very nice.

Mulleins

[surly]

you ocassionally see a first of, but i dont think ive ever seen a last of. pretty cool. thanks for sharing.

[becca69]

you ocassionally see a first of, but i dont think ive ever seen a last of. pretty cool. thanks for sharing.

Joyland 724 :biggrin:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Stephen%20King%20Collection/Joyland_SL.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/Stephen%20King%20Collection/Joyland_SL.jpg.html)

[Merlin1958]

:clap::clap::clap:

[ke7285]

Congrats on the Joyland!

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations everyone!

I can never grow tired of looking at pics of the lettered edition of IT.

[becca69]

Congrats on the Joyland!

Thanks, but I bought it when it came out. I was only posting because it's the last in the limitation (from the post above). :wink:

[tippy4]

I think this is going to be a good week for me.....the first of three goodies I am expecting:

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%202%2014_zpsjoa6lckj.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%202%2014_zpsjoa6lckj.jpg.html)


http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%201%2015_zpskqlqrscj.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%201%2015_zpskqlqrscj.jpg.html)

[Randall Flagg]

I hope the t-shirt is a 2XL.
One of the shirts I have is a small that would fit a 12 year old.

[surly]

that's cool.
oh no wait becca, are you in the 'keep it in the shrink wrap' camp? uh oh I'm not sure we can be friends any more.

seriously though; I know this has been debated here endlessly but I have first hand experience with leaving the shrink wrap on too long and it didn't have a happy ending. it reacted with the dust jacket of my DT III somehow and ruined it. I was lucky enough to get a new jacket but never again.

in other news: I picked this up from the framer this weekend. here is the original art from the Doubleday edition of THE SHINING. I was trying to go for a classic look with a bit of a 70's vibe, so the framer recommended a gold frame with a bit of an olive cast and I quite like the way it turned out . framed, it's roughly 32" x 42", so it's pretty big and I needed to rearrange things to find a place to hang it. one of these days, I'll figure out how to take a decent photo:
http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab21/surly_pics/collection/shinig_zpsffrhskuh.jpg~original (http://s846.photobucket.com/user/surly_pics/media/collection/shinig_zpsffrhskuh.jpg.html)

[Randall Flagg]

Masterpiece!

Most people would likely shrug, but a King collector would likely kneel/genuflect (I would).

[surly]

haha. I offer a moment of silence every time I pass by it.
funny thing is that even the artist said it wasn't really that great and if it wasn't a Stephen King cover, no one would care. I'm paraphrasing but that was the idea.

[carlosdetweiller]

I think it looks fantastic. Congratulations!

[peripheral]

That looks incredible Jim. Love the framing, accentuates the "space" on the upper left side of the art - powerful.

And great Choo Choo Rick. A few members are getting their hands on these.

[Dan]

Very nice, congrats!

[zelig]

Congrats on the Choo Choo Rick.

And The Shining cover art is a showstopper. Congratulations again!

[jreitan47]

I would pay money just to see that in person. One of my favorite covers of a King novel, actually.

[tippy4]

Wow...that painting is something else. A very iconic image.

[Alec]

You should be delighted with the way it turned out.
It really is first class.
You would have to post something very special to overshadow this piece.
Kindest regards
Alec.

[webstar1000]

haha. I offer a moment of silence every time I pass by it.
funny thing is that even the artist said it wasn't really that great and if it wasn't a Stephen King cover, no one would care. I'm paraphrasing but that was the idea.

It's funny, I agree with this. I love it because it's long but should it not be on one of his most famous novel... I would probably pass it by. You should be honoured to have this. Love the frame job on this sooooo much. You knocked it out of the park my man!


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[sentinel]

haha. I offer a moment of silence every time I pass by it.
funny thing is that even the artist said it wasn't really that great and if it wasn't a Stephen King cover, no one would care. I'm paraphrasing but that was the idea.

Very Nice, that is an excellent piece to own and the framing is beautiful!

[becca69]

that's cool.
oh no wait becca, are you in the 'keep it in the shrink wrap' camp? uh oh I'm not sure we can be friends any more.

seriously though; I know this has been debated here endlessly but I have first hand experience with leaving the shrink wrap on too long and it didn't have a happy ending. it reacted with the dust jacket of my DT III somehow and ruined it. I was lucky enough to get a new jacket but never again.

in other news: I picked this up from the framer this weekend. here is the original art from the Doubleday edition of THE SHINING. I was trying to go for a classic look with a bit of a 70's vibe, so the framer recommended a gold frame with a bit of an olive cast and I quite like the way it turned out . framed, it's roughly 32" x 42", so it's pretty big and I needed to rearrange things to find a place to hang it. one of these days, I'll figure out how to take a decent photo:
http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab21/surly_pics/collection/shinig_zpsffrhskuh.jpg (http://s846.photobucket.com/user/surly_pics/media/collection/shinig_zpsffrhskuh.jpg.html)

Haha, no, I take everything out of the shrink-wrap. That's the only photo I had taken (when it arrived). It's now in a Collector's slipcase, unwrapped.

Looks great BTW!

[becca69]

I think this is going to be a good week for me.....the first of three goodies I am expecting:

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%202%2014_zpsjoa6lckj.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%202%2014_zpsjoa6lckj.jpg.html)


http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%201%2015_zpskqlqrscj.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%201%2015_zpskqlqrscj.jpg.html)


Love that remarque.

[carlosdetweiller]

I think this is going to be a good week for me.....the first of three goodies I am expecting:

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%202%2014_zpsjoa6lckj.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%202%2014_zpsjoa6lckj.jpg.html)


http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%201%2015_zpskqlqrscj.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%201%2015_zpskqlqrscj.jpg.html)

Nice book!! But that mailing envelope gives me the shudders. Was it really sent that way? I'm surprised there are not dinged corners.

[Ben Mears]

The Shining framing and artwork looks nice. Combined with the 'Salem's Lot original cover art you have two very unique and iconic items.

[tippy4]

I think this is going to be a good week for me.....the first of three goodies I am expecting:



Nice book!! But that mailing envelope gives me the shudders. Was it really sent that way? I'm surprised there are not dinged corners.

It was indeed, and arrived unscathed!

[ke7285]

Very nice Tippy love the remarque. Shining cover art is awesome!!!!

[carlosdetweiller]

I may finally have something worthy of a "new pride and joy" coming in a few days. It's been a long time since I had one.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

I may finally have something worthy of a "new pride and joy" coming in a few days.

Holy cow!!!!!! Bob kidnapped King.

Mulleins

[tippy4]

I may finally have something worthy of a "new pride and joy" coming in a few days.

Holy cow!!!!!! Bob kidnapped King.

Mulleins

Getting me a big bag of Oreos for this one.

[Fsmdr]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.

Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)

http://i67.tinypic.com/hstgf5.jpg

[Ari_Racing]

Very nice everyone! Great remarque, Rick! LOVE that set, Juliana! :)

And about the Shining artwork...I'm speechless. Congratulations everyone!

[peripheral]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.

Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)

http://i67.tinypic.com/hstgf5.jpg

Hey, this is a big one too... Well don.e And one to spare? That's a great collection

[carlosdetweiller]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.
Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)


Congratulations, Juliana! I know you have been working on that set for quite a while.

And, actually, the Firestarter S/L's are a bigger deal than my upcoming P&J. I just haven't had anything cool to show for quite a while and thought I'd mention it. Nothing earth shattering and probably only a one Oreo rating for my new P&J.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.
Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)


Congratulations, Juliana! I know you have been working on that set for quite a while.

And, actually, the Firestarter S/L's are a bigger deal than my upcoming P&J. I just haven't had anything cool to show for quite a while and thought I'd mention it. Nothing earth shattering and probably only a one Oreo rating for my new P&J.

Hey, one oreo is supremely better than no oreos

[webstar1000]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.

Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)

http://i67.tinypic.com/hstgf5.jpg

Wow!


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[HONKYTONKSMASH]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.

Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)

http://i67.tinypic.com/hstgf5.jpg

That's awesome!

[zelig]

Fantastic! Congratulations! And Bob, I will be sure to have an Oreo or two on hand.

[surly]

a few days back, Alec posted something in his collection thread that really resonated with me and I hope he doesn't mind if I quote him:
"Any area of collecting only becomes really worth it when shared with like minded people."
before I found my way here, I was an island. I had no one (well, no one that cared about it anyway) to discuss my collection with; no one to share it with; and certainly no one to draw inspiration from. I love that collection of FIRESTARTERs. before here, it would never have even occurred to me to collect the consecutive dates, but now that I see it, I cant help but think 'what a wonderful goal to work towards'.

it really is a fabulous addition Fsmdr. well done.

[Fsmdr]

Thank you very much guys! It sure took longer than I expect it to be. Since I have a spare July 8th, if you need that date Surly, let me know. I'm certainly open to trades. It's true....so much better when we have people who understand our passion to share it with.

I'm off to buy me a tub of Pringles and await Bob's post!

[firemonkey66]

Thank you very much guys! It sure took longer than I expect it to be. Since I have a spare July 8th, if you need that date Surly, let me know. I'm certainly open to trades. It's true....so much better when we have people who understand our passion to share it with.

I'm off to buy me a tub of Pringles and await Bob's post!

Congratulations, Juliana. Those Firestarters look so great all in a row. Makes me think that maybe I need to add 3 more books to my collection...:)

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Juliana, that FS set is great. Congratulations on completing.

Mulleins

[herbertwest]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.
Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)


Congratulations, Juliana! I know you have been working on that set for quite a while.

And, actually, the Firestarter S/L's are a bigger deal than my upcoming P&J. I just haven't had anything cool to show for quite a while and thought I'd mention it. Nothing earth shattering and probably only a one Oreo rating for my new P&J.

Hey, one oreo is supremely better than no oreos

I dont remember the last time I had Oreos. Probably a few years back, when they were LAUNCHED in France

[carlosdetweiller]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.
Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)


Congratulations, Juliana! I know you have been working on that set for quite a while.

And, actually, the Firestarter S/L's are a bigger deal than my upcoming P&J. I just haven't had anything cool to show for quite a while and thought I'd mention it. Nothing earth shattering and probably only a one Oreo rating for my new P&J.

Hey, one oreo is supremely better than no oreos

I dont remember the last time I had Oreos. Probably a few years back, when they were LAUNCHED in France

I really like the Golden Oreos more than the originals. A few years ago I noticed for the first time that they were making the Golden Oreos with the double stuffing. I was actually pretty excited about this. I went into work the next day and told one of my technologists in an overly dramatic manner that I thought my life was now complete since they had started making Double Stuff Golden Oreos. She just nodded her head and looked at me sort of funny.

Several weeks later I was having our annual Christmas party at our house for the 30 or so people in my department. As people began to arrive I noticed that they were all carrying gifts which was most unusual. Towards the end of the evening I was summoned to the living room where I was told I needed to open my gifts. By this time I knew something was up. I then proceeded to open about 30 packages all containing Double Stuff Golden Oreos. Lots of laughs all around but I was actually pretty happy about it. They filled up the pantry and it took a long time but I finally got them all eaten. We went online to look for Oreo recipes and we made Oreo truffles a couple of times to take in to work but mostly I just ate my way through them.

[carlosdetweiller]

I'm off to buy me a tub of Pringles and await Bob's post!

I'm afraid I have raised expectations too high. Now I'm worried it will be a let down.

[jsmcmullen92]

I'm off to buy me a tub of Pringles and await Bob's post!

I'm afraid I have raised expectations too high. Now I'm worried it will be a let down.

Is it the next installment of "Bob's custom bound Doubleday Years"?

[webstar1000]

I am down to 2-3 weeks for something that has never been seen, done, thought of even? So one of kind... it will be one of my crown jewels. It has been in the works since June 1st. I am hoping to reveal all mid October. I am so excited to show the people here as they will appreciate it 100%. It really is bad ass... How many Oero's? Geez... not sure, you be the judge:) haha

[Pasiuk57]

Sounds real interesting!!

[herbertwest]

I had better post my small P&J before Bob post his 'big one'.
Finally completed my dated signature set for my Firestarter S/L thanks to Betts (plus one to spare)


Congratulations, Juliana! I know you have been working on that set for quite a while.

And, actually, the Firestarter S/L's are a bigger deal than my upcoming P&J. I just haven't had anything cool to show for quite a while and thought I'd mention it. Nothing earth shattering and probably only a one Oreo rating for my new P&J.

Hey, one oreo is supremely better than no oreos

I dont remember the last time I had Oreos. Probably a few years back, when they were LAUNCHED in France

I really like the Golden Oreos more than the originals. A few years ago I noticed for the first time that they were making the Golden Oreos with the double stuffing. I was actually pretty excited about this. I went into work the next day and told one of my technologists in an overly dramatic manner that I thought my life was now complete since they had started making Double Stuff Golden Oreos. She just nodded her head and looked at me sort of funny.

Several weeks later I was having our annual Christmas party at our house for the 30 or so people in my department. As people began to arrive I noticed that they were all carrying gifts which was most unusual. Towards the end of the evening I was summoned to the living room where I was told I needed to open my gifts. By this time I knew something was up. I then proceeded to open about 30 packages all containing Double Stuff Golden Oreos. Lots of laughs all around but I was actually pretty happy about it. They filled up the pantry and it took a long time but I finally got them all eaten. We went online to look for Oreo recipes and we made Oreo truffles a couple of times to take in to work but mostly I just ate my way through them.

30 boxes or so of Oreos??
Did you start marathons right after hoogmanay?



I am down to 2-3 weeks for something that has never been seen, done, thought of even? So one of kind... it will be one of my crown jewels. It has been in the works since June 1st. I am hoping to reveal all mid October. I am so excited to show the people here as they will appreciate it 100%. It really is bad ass... How many Oero's? Geez... not sure, you be the judge haha
That surely sounds promising!

[ICry4Oy]

MMMMM Oreos! Love the Golden ones, the lemon ones and the chocolate chip ones.

[surly]

i love surprises.
i hate surprises.
c'mon Bob and Kris, at least give us a hint!?!?

[tippy4]

Goody #2 for the week arrived today:

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%203%209_zpshxbsege2.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%203%209_zpshxbsege2.jpg.html)

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%202%2015_zpsphcessaw.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%202%2015_zpsphcessaw.jpg.html)

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%201%2016_zpsf2uuzjek.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%201%2016_zpsf2uuzjek.jpg.html)

[bdwyer19]

That's awesome Rick!!

[Roseannebarr]

Goody #2 for the week arrived today:

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%203%209_zpshxbsege2.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%203%209_zpshxbsege2.jpg.html)

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%202%2015_zpsphcessaw.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%202%2015_zpsphcessaw.jpg.html)

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t21/ornate12/photo%201%2016_zpsf2uuzjek.jpg (http://s156.photobucket.com/user/ornate12/media/photo%201%2016_zpsf2uuzjek.jpg.html)


I LOVE IT! I need one for my collection!

[peripheral]

Awesome Rick - that's a few signed copies among the group now. Nice one...

[dnemec]

Nice, Tippy! Congrats!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Awesome, Rick!

[zelig]

Nice one Rick.

[Randall Flagg]

Excellent acquisition.

[webstar1000]

Nice Tippy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[tippy4]

Thanks all.

Sadly, there was a bad bump to the slipcase (and a tiny one to the base of the spine on the book) which was not disclosed in the auction. If you scutinize the auction photos, you can see it....but you really have to know where to look....or at least be on the hunt for it. I contacted the seller, and he has given me a partial refund (in fact he gave me £10 more than I asked for), which will go towards the purchase of a replacement case.

[Theli]

^ Unfortunate, but still a killer purchase.

[sharki69]

Personal P&J - today we became US citizens !!!!!

Me and the Judge -

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160923/1e5a68c3023154ccf5075086c282b702.jpg

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Welcome! That is AWESOME news.

Ralph Mulleins

[bdwyer19]

Congrats Shac! That's great news!!!

[carlosdetweiller]

Congratulations, Shac!! Happy to have you as a citizen!

[peripheral]

That's really cool Shac. Congratulations.

[Br!an]

Good for you! Congratulations, Shac!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Great news Shac! Congratulations!

[zelig]

Congrats Shac!

[tippy4]

Congrats dude!

Were the Republican and Democratic parties waiting for you outside of the courtroom to sign you up?

[sentinel]

Congratulations! , now you have to vote in this sorry election!

[Jimimck]

Love that Shining artwork!

[Theli]

Big congrats Shac!

[herbertwest]

Personal P&J - today we became US citizens !!!!!

Me and the Judge -

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160923/1e5a68c3023154ccf5075086c282b702.jpg

Congratulations!
May I ask, where you are from?

[_PCC_]

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/image23.jpeg

WhooHoo! Picked this up this morning at the National Book Festival. The Convension Center is 2 blocks from my Condo. I paid a guy $180 for it. (It's a 6th edition but better than no signed book).

[sharki69]

Thank you all for your kind words !

[east-tennessee]

Congrats Shac :biggrin:

[skilpatr]

Congrats!!!

[mae]

Congratulations! , now you have to vote in this sorry election!

Make sure to vote!

[ggalf]

Will do

[shaq]

Received this a short time ago. Absolutely love it..

Shannon, you sir, should be making more of these. I know you have had a hard journey after this book, but I think it is excellent.

And my Remarque is out of this world!

http://i1273.photobucket.com/albums/y415/DaveShack/IMG_1876_zps3ijgpdbb.jpg (http://s1273.photobucket.com/user/DaveShack/media/IMG_1876_zps3ijgpdbb.jpg.html)

[Randall Flagg]

That is an amazing remarque!
I want one....or two