Your New Pride and Joy!

[Shannon]

Congratulations! Amber and i want kids, but i think we have a few more years to go. :)

[becca69]

Boys and girls: meet my new daughter born yesterday afternoon

Chloe Emma McKenzie.

Mum and Dad are both overjoyed with our new pride and joy.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/5c06d6d8.jpg

That's a really expensive addition! She's beautiful.

[Cutter]

That's the best Pride and Joy a new daughter - congrats!

[CRinVA]

Some analysts say it takes a Quarter Million to raise a child through to adulthood. Enjoy the ride! It just doesn't get any better than this -- oh and such a beautiful name! Congrats!

[Jimimck]

Thanks to everyone for the wishes. Mum (Greta) and bubs are both doing very well on day three.

Does any one remember there was a Post in the unique king items thread a while back about the miniature king books made for doll houses? Looks like I now have the perfect excuse to start another edition collection lol

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Thanks to everyone for the wishes. Mum (Greta) and bubs are both doing very well on day three.

Does any one remember there was a Post in the unique king items thread a while back about the miniature king books made for doll houses? Looks like I now have the perfect excuse to start another edition collection lol

I have a set of UK DT minature books I got off ebay a few years ago, but I cannot find the picture I posted. I thought they were so cool at the time, but now ... meeeehh.

[bdwyer19]

Thanks to everyone for the wishes. Mum (Greta) and bubs are both doing very well on day three.

Does any one remember there was a Post in the unique king items thread a while back about the miniature king books made for doll houses? Looks like I now have the perfect excuse to start another edition collection lol

Here you go, James. Happy collecting!!

http://miniaturebookshelf.com/items/dollhouse-miniature-books-by-author/king~stephen/list.htm

[LostAlivE]

But are they really no larger than a penny?

[Jimimck]

Yeah they are designed to go in dollhouse bookcases :-)

$6 each is a bit too much to look at buying all of them, but I think I'll grab a few over time for when my wee girl has a dolls house. I can see my wife rolling her eyes at m already lol.

[Merlin1958]

Congrats, James!!!! No better P&J than a beautiful babe!!!!!

[Stockerlone]

Yeah they are designed to go in dollhouse bookcases :-)

$6 each is a bit too much to look at buying all of them, but I think I'll grab a few over time for when my wee girl has a dolls house. I can see my wife rolling her eyes at m already lol.

Sometimes there is an complete set of SK mini - dollhouse books available, 30+ books for ??? 20.-

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations, James! :)

I've just received for free

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/423282_3540409233630_1374400214_3423443_257272762_ n.jpg

[jhanic]

Which King story is in it?

John

[Shannon]

My question exactly. Dammit John, stop reading my mind! I'm gonna guess ... "It Grows On You" or ... what's the one with the eyes on the hand?

Jimmy, I always find bundles of the SK dollhouse books on eBay although I'm not looking for them, lol.

[wizardsrainbow]

I just arranged to purchase this original Jill Bauman artwork from Full Dark No Stars..."Tess Abandoned"

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

[Stockerlone]

Still can only post pics from my new ´ebay´ etc. stuff. :doh:

Peter Straub's "Blue Rose" signed limited slipcased
Underwood-Miller nr 195/600
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/$(KGrHqYOKiIE3FOgMLOeBN)n9htd4!~~_12.JPG

[jhanic]

My question exactly. Dammit John, stop reading my mind! I'm gonna guess ... "It Grows On You" or ... what's the one with the eyes on the hand?


"I Am the Doorway"

john

[Jimimck]

David: awesome Bauman artwork pal!

[sgc1999]

I just arranged to purchase this original Jill Bauman artwork from Full Dark No Stars..."Tess Abandoned"

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

sweet artwork!

[Ari_Racing]

Survivor type

[jhanic]

I guess that fits too.

John

[herbertwest]

Is there an illustrated FDNS out there? Cemetery Dance?

[frik]

That's the one.

sk

[herbertwest]

Thanks for the information.

So, on ebay i recently won and wait to recieve :
- THE SHINING (movie) : CD press kit
- THE STAND (movie) : CD press kit

[Shannon]

I loved "Survivor Type". Glad to see it's getting more exposure. :)

[divemaster]

Arrived today!

Here's s few...

http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/8566/twttk4641.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/84/twttk4641.jpg/)

http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/8903/twttk4642.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/220/twttk4642.jpg/)

http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/4213/twttk4643.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/526/twttk4643.jpg/)

I still have to figure out why these only show up as thumbnails; all my other Imageshack photos are full-sized.

OK, I FIXED THE IMAGES!

[Shannon]

Very nice! :)

[frik]

Congratulations -love it!

sk

[Ari_Racing]

Very nice! Congratulations!

[Merlin1958]

Congrats!!!!!! Lucky bastard!!!!! LOL

[Randall Flagg]

Received my 'Salem's Lot Black case yesterday. Also received a promo sponge book.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/salems_lot_black_case.JPG

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3644.JPG

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I like the 'salem's Lot one better than The Stand one.

[Randall Flagg]

I think the black "The Stand" case side by side with the 'Salem's Lot would look great, but sadly I don't have one.

[becca69]

Received my 'Salem's Lot Black case yesterday. Also received a promo sponge book.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/salems_lot_black_case.JPG

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3644.JPG


hmmmm.... what is that sponge book?? i ordered both cases. wonder if i'll get one?

[bdwyer19]

Very cool RF!! I agree on the Black case... the black case with the white lettering just stands out so much more.

[ELazansky]

hmmmm.... what is that sponge book?? i ordered both cases. wonder if i'll get one?

You'll probably get something. Tomas always throws something extra into the box. I have "The Collector" pens and shopping bags.

[Tito_Villa]

Sweet, nice case!

[jhanic]

I just received both my AE and s/l (#727) editions of The Wind Through the Keyhole.

John

[Ben Mears]

Received my 'Salem's Lot Black case yesterday. Also received a promo sponge book.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/salems_lot_black_case.JPG

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3644.JPG


Very nice. I'm looking forward to receiving mine.

[Jimimck]

I like the white Stand case, for the obvious reason of it matching the book itself better than the black version (yes I realise the appeal of the rarer Black version though lol)
Can't wait for my two cases to arrive.

BTW Still looking for something to put in my 'Salem's case hint hint......

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I like the white Stand case, for the obvious reason of it matching the book itself better than the black version


Yes, but only about 2 "pure white" dustjackets exist these days. Most, like mine have suffered discoloration due to age. (Bob's got one).

[Garrell]

New stuff today: Salem's Lot is 1st/1st 2nd state:)
http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k609/garrell7/DSCF1942.jpg?t=1331777656
which completes my Holy Grail:)
http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k609/garrell7/DSCF1944.jpg?t=1331777664
http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k609/garrell7/DSCF1949.jpg?t=1331777726

[AKC]

Holy Smokes G! How good are the 5 Holy Grails Looking!

Nice White Stand Case, where did you get that? 8)

[carlosdetweiller]

Those are nice looking books. Congratulations!

[divemaster]

Like the new books!

[LostAlivE]

Yeah what is in the spongebook? Is it just a note book or what?
I ordered the traycase but now I am going to need to get a Salem's Lot book to put into it.

[Randall Flagg]

Just came in:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/TWTTK_Landscape.JPG

[jhanic]

What number?

John

[Randall Flagg]

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/TWTTK_Sig_page.JPG

[divemaster]

Nice!

[The Library Policeman]

Looks great, RF. Congratulations!

[jhanic]

Just arrived today:

http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr60/johnhanic/US_Proofs/Battlegroundproof.jpg

John

[divemaster]

Fugly!

:)

[Robert Fulman]

Birthday present from my loving wife...

http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/2739/005qfe.jpg

Size comparison with the trade edition (the right edges are aligned):

http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/5188/006ty.jpg

[Shannon]

That's quite a big book! Happy birthday! :)

[ELazansky]

Very nice! I got one of those myself. Seeing in the art on those large pages really makes a difference

[Dr. Dawg]

That Locke and Key is really nice. I considered getting one, but had a hard time justifying it since I already have the Subterranean Press edition. I wonder if IDW is going to do each volume... It seems Sub Press stalled on the series after not selling out the second one.

[becca69]

New traycases for my 1st editions from The Collector. They are very nice Tomas!
Oh, and the sponge book is actually one of those stress reliever things.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Stephen%20King%20Collection/traycases.jpg

[Stockerlone]

JACK KETCHUMS' THE GIRL NEXT DOOR SIGNED LIMITED Slipcased Edition
118 of 500
It is signed by:
JACK KETCHUM, STEPHEN KING, CHRISTOPHER GOLDEN, LUCY TAYLOR, EDWARD LEE, PHILLIP NUTMAN
STANLEY WIATER, NEAL McPHEETERS

http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/p550/andyut/P1151003.jpg

http://i1155.photobucket.com/albums/p550/andyut/P1151004.jpg

[olverts]

Very nice Frank , congratulations !!!

[ELazansky]

So I decided to take Sub Press up on the latest grab bag offer for $150. Thought I get a few books from some new authors and maybe discover something new. Well, this is what I got:

http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa411/ELazansky/Snapbucket/78058B6F-orig-1.jpg

The top two rows are all signed/limited editions. 8 in all! I was completely surprised. I think the retail value was over $700. Now, you can look at it that these books aren't worth that at all if they still had enough copies lying around to put in a grab bag. I still think is is a great deal.

[Ben Staad]

That is an awesome grab bag, Eric. I was so tempted to go for it but I declined. I see five books that I would have loved to own. What is the book on the third row far left (red cover)?

[Randall Flagg]

That is a deal.

[ELazansky]

That is an awesome grab bag, Eric. I was so tempted to go for it but I declined. I see five books that I would have loved to own. What is the book on the third row far left (red cover)?

It is the trade edition of The Collected Stories of Robert Silverberg, Volume Six: Multiples

[Ben Staad]

That is an awesome grab bag, Eric. I was so tempted to go for it but I declined. I see five books that I would have loved to own. What is the book on the third row far left (red cover)?

It is the trade edition of The Collected Stories of Robert Silverberg, Volume Six: Multiples

Thanks! Once again that looks like it was a great deal.

[sgc1999]

I ordered one of those grab bags. I hope its a sweet as that one.

[Tito_Villa]

Amazing, i must have missed that e-mail :( ... You must read 'The Angels Game' a fantastic book!

[Garrell]

Got part IV today:)
http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k609/garrell7/DSCF2001.jpg?t=1332185984

[Cook]

I received my latest Dark Tower addition last Friday , S/L'd set is complete.
Geeeez, I really gotta stop spending money.
I think this is how I'll keep the order of the series.

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/SKBookcase001-1-1.jpg

[Tito_Villa]

Looks great!

[jhanic]

Very, very nice!

John

[Cook]

A few months ago I picked up this absolutely perfect S/L'd Christine for a "decent" price.
It's not #79, but I couldn't pass up the deal.

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/SKBookcase001-1-2.jpg

[Garrell]

Great adds Richard:)

[wizardsrainbow]

My latest acquisitions for my personal collection:

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

[jhanic]

Magnificent, David! Congratulations!

John

[olverts]

Amazing David !

Do you have four complete sets ?

[Ben Staad]

Looks awesome, David! Congrats to everyone on their new P&Js.

[Robert Fulman]

Is t here a story behind the PC copy?

[sgc1999]

Hello all.
Heres my new painting from Glen Chadbourne. His wife found an old frame at a yardsale in Maine and he used the frame for my pennywise painting:)
Its a little creepy, and cool all in one :ghost_002:

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4323.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4324.jpg

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4325.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4327.jpg

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4326.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4328.jpg

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4329.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4330.jpg

[Dan]

It looks great in that frame. I have trouble finding decent frames that don't cost more than the art.

[AKC]

Hello all.
Heres my new painting from Glen Chadbourne. His wife found an old frame at a yardsale in Maine and he used the frame for my pennywise painting:)
Its a little creepy, and cool all in one :ghost_002:

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4323.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4324.jpg

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4325.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4327.jpg

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4326.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4328.jpg

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4329.jpg http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/sgc1999/IMG_4330.jpg

Simon, that is f'n SWEET. One of a kind. Should be the cornerstone of your SK Art collection.

Dude, great score.....

[sgc1999]

Thanks, I cant wait to hang it in my home office! :)

[Randall Flagg]

Looks great. I do agree on the framing issue.

[Ben Staad]

It looks great in that frame. I have trouble finding decent frames that don't cost more than the art.


Thanks, I cant wait to hang it in my home office! :)

That looks wonderful. The frame is great and I'm jealous that they found it at a yard sale. I think out of the 6 framed items I have in my house only one of the painting and or prints cost more then the actual frame.

[Garrell]

Very nice piece Simon:)

[Fsmdr]

Looks really good, Simon!.

[Merlin1958]

It looks great in that frame. I have trouble finding decent frames that don't cost more than the art.

I have framed quite a bit of valuable art and never had the frame exceed the worth of the piece. That being said, it's not a "cheap" enterprise by any means. I've had framing exceed $500 for larger and more valuable pieces. Generally though, you're looking at $125-150 for a good job on an average sized piece. Do you have Aaron's or Michael's where you are? Both do pretty good work.


BTW, congrats SGC that's a fine looking piece!!!!

[Jimimck]

Awesome looking Pennywise pal, I love it.

[Cook]

sgc1999,
Congrats on the new Chadbourne painting.

[herbertwest]

THE STAND (tv series, press CD ROM)

[Randall Flagg]

Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3677.JPG

[Cook]

Randall
Who made this, I've never seen it before.

[Ben Staad]

I'm not sure what it is but it is gorgeous! Congrats, Mr. Flagg.

[Merlin1958]

Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3677.JPG

Oh c'mon, RF!!! You can't post something like that with no story or explanation!!! It's against the "Rules"!!!! LOL

[Randall Flagg]

Bob posted pics of his copies a while back. The Book is 'Salem's Lot and it was bound by Betts Books using the page blocks from the Centipede S/L edition of 'Salem's Lot. It lacks the limitation page, and is thus UNSIGNED. It does however have the highest quality paper used for the S/L, and is fabulously bound. Bob also has the (I believe), 1/1 copy that Betts did.
The info is in posts #4607 and #4610 of the Collecting Questions thread (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?1283-Collecting-Questions/page185).
I do see that Bob's red copy appears to have red boards and a red slipcase, whereas mine has tan boards with a red spine, red corners and a tan slipcase. Interesting.
There may be more states of this book than I have seen.
Bob?

EDIT: The scale/size doesn't show up in the photo, but the book is ~ the same size as the S/L 'Salem's Lot.

[Garrell]

Very nice. Might as well send it to me since it is wrong color slipcase(you or Bob, whoevers' is wrong) hehe:)

[Merlin1958]

Great stuff, RF!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[Jimimck]

Awesome edition. I like the idea of unique books rebound etc...

[ELazansky]

I'm glad I talked myself into buying the traycase...looks great

http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa411/ELazansky/Books/TheStandTraycase.jpg

[herbertwest]

I recieved a promo sampler of THE WIND THROUGH.. and i am sort of disappointed. They are about half the size of the 11/22/63 ones, and definitely looks cheaper too. From a marketing point of view i guess that it means more of those for the same cost.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I recieved a promo sampler of THE WIND THROUGH.. and i am sort of disappointed. They are about half the size of the 11/22/63 ones, and definitely looks cheaper too. From a marketing point of view i guess that it means more of those for the same cost.

So why post it "Your New Pride and Joy"?

[Merlin1958]

I recieved a promo sampler of THE WIND THROUGH.. and i am sort of disappointed. They are about half the size of the 11/22/63 ones, and definitely looks cheaper too. From a marketing point of view i guess that it means more of those for the same cost.

So why post it "Your New Pride and Joy"?

Cold, but true!!!

[Randall Flagg]

We do have a
displeased and bothered...complain to me (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?160-displeased-and-bothered...complain-to-me)
thread....:).
I feel your pain. Free stuff that isn't up to snuff sucks.

[namelessnpoor]

Anyone have any of these for sale? I like them !


Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3677.JPG

[Randall Flagg]

I like it too. I am also looking for ones bound in black, or any other color than the one I have.

[Randall Flagg]

Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3677.JPG

Oh c'mon, RF!!! You can't post something like that with no story or explanation!!! It's against the "Rules"!!!! LOL


Bob posted pics of his copies a while back. The Book is 'Salem's Lot and it was bound by Betts Books using the page blocks from the Centipede S/L edition of 'Salem's Lot. It lacks the limitation page, and is thus UNSIGNED. It does however have the highest quality paper used for the S/L, and is fabulously bound. Bob also has the (I believe), 1/1 copy that Betts did.
The info is in posts #4607 and #4610 of the Collecting Questions thread (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?1283-Collecting-Questions/page185).
I do see that Bob's red copy appears to have red boards and a red slipcase, whereas mine has tan boards with a red spine, red corners and a tan slipcase. Interesting.
There may be more states of this book than I have seen.
Bob?

EDIT: The scale/size doesn't show up in the photo, but the book is ~ the same size as the S/L 'Salem's Lot.
I spoke with Stu tinker today and he said there were 25 copies bound. There is the 1/1 That Bob owns, and 24 others. He said there were numerous colors including green and brown (not pictured). He said there are also subtle differences between the copies-combinations of boards, and different endpapers etc. and that (possibly) every book is unique. He also "believes" that they were sold at $175, but wasn't certain for sure.
It sure would be interesting to see what is out there. If anyone else here has a copy I would love to see it.

[Tito_Villa]

I would love one of them - beautiful

[herbertwest]

I recieved a promo sampler of THE WIND THROUGH.. and i am sort of disappointed. They are about half the size of the 11/22/63 ones, and definitely looks cheaper too. From a marketing point of view i guess that it means more of those for the same cost.

So why post it "Your New Pride and Joy"?

I keep thinking of this thread as "new acquisitions".. and i am still happy to have this preview!

[Fsmdr]

Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3677.JPG

Oh c'mon, RF!!! You can't post something like that with no story or explanation!!! It's against the "Rules"!!!! LOL


Bob posted pics of his copies a while back. The Book is 'Salem's Lot and it was bound by Betts Books using the page blocks from the Centipede S/L edition of 'Salem's Lot. It lacks the limitation page, and is thus UNSIGNED. It does however have the highest quality paper used for the S/L, and is fabulously bound. Bob also has the (I believe), 1/1 copy that Betts did.
The info is in posts #4607 and #4610 of the Collecting Questions thread (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?1283-Collecting-Questions/page185).
I do see that Bob's red copy appears to have red boards and a red slipcase, whereas mine has tan boards with a red spine, red corners and a tan slipcase. Interesting.
There may be more states of this book than I have seen.
Bob?

EDIT: The scale/size doesn't show up in the photo, but the book is ~ the same size as the S/L 'Salem's Lot.
I spoke with Stu tinker today and he said there were 25 copies bound. There is the 1/1 That Bob owns, and 24 others. He said there were numerous colors including green and brown (not pictured). He said there are also subtle differences between the copies-combinations of boards, and different endpapers etc. and that (possibly) every book is unique. He also "believes" that they were sold at $175, but wasn't certain for sure.
It sure would be interesting to see what is out there. If anyone else here has a copy I would love to see it.

I purchased a blue copy maybe 6 to 9 months after they were originally sold for $400. I was told by Stu they were originally priced at $500....maybe he priced them lower after they were unsold copies left?.

[Cloysterpete]

The bit that had me was where you said you downloaded three forums every night to read on an iPod touch, I was like no way!, is that man a masochist!.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

[QUOTE=Randall Flagg;683859]Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


Lot.
I spoke with Stu tinker today and he said there were 25 copies bound. There is the 1/1 That Bob owns, and 24 others. He said there were numerous colors including green and brown (not pictured). He said there are also subtle differences between the copies-combinations of boards, and different endpapers etc. and that (possibly) every book is unique. He also "believes" that they were sold at $175, but wasn't certain for sure.
It sure would be interesting to see what is out there. If anyone else here has a copy I would love to see it.

I purchased a blue copy a maybe 6 to 9 months after they were originally sold for $400. I was told by Stu they were originally priced at $500....maybe he priced them lower after they were unsold copies left?.

Initial price was $500. I wanted one but couldn't see paying that. Don't get me wrong, it is a gorgeous production, just couldn't get myself to grab one at $500 and later through Email From Stu, $400. At $400 didn't bite either.

Mulleins

[Randall Flagg]

Well now that three experts have said $500, I believe them over Stu's memory about the price. I do believe the part about several colors (as we now have seen three, and heard of a fourth), and it will be interesting to find out about different endpapers etc.

[LostAlivE]

Can someone explain to me what is so special about the "End Papers" of a book?
To me some of them just look awful and I don't understand why the publishers make such a big deal about them.
Am I missing something about them or what?

[Stockerlone]

Der Anschlag promo display
This are the pics from a friend, i have the same BIG BIG DER ANSCHLAG promo display / 11.22.63 and with a little bit luck i become one more.:dance: To show the size, aside are the HC Der ANSCHLAG books.

Front
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d116/pennywize_666/IMG_0739.jpg

Back
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d116/pennywize_666/IMG_0740.jpg



´N´ German HC Comic
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTYwMFgxMjAw/$(KGrHqF,!lcE6htclz4KBOzqC6bBe!~~60_12.JPG

[Cook]

Very cool promo display Stocker...

[Ben Mears]

[QUOTE=Randall Flagg;683859]Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


Lot.
I spoke with Stu tinker today and he said there were 25 copies bound. There is the 1/1 That Bob owns, and 24 others. He said there were numerous colors including green and brown (not pictured). He said there are also subtle differences between the copies-combinations of boards, and different endpapers etc. and that (possibly) every book is unique. He also "believes" that they were sold at $175, but wasn't certain for sure.
It sure would be interesting to see what is out there. If anyone else here has a copy I would love to see it.

I purchased a blue copy a maybe 6 to 9 months after they were originally sold for $400. I was told by Stu they were originally priced at $500....maybe he priced them lower after they were unsold copies left?.

Initial price was $500. I wanted one but couldn't see paying that. Don't get me wrong, it is a gorgeous production, just couldn't get myself to grab one at $500 and later through Email From Stu, $400. At $400 didn't bite either.

Mulleins

I felt the same way. Stu did a beautiful job but I just felt they were a bit on the expensive side being priced higher than the actual limited edition issue price.

[Brice]

Of course that has just gotta' be agonizing for the completists. If every copy is different that means you need every copy for your collection to ever be complete.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Of course that has just gotta' be agonizing for the completists. If every copy is different that means you need every copy for your collection to ever be complete.

There is only ONE completist, so not much harm done :)

[Brice]

Oh, I'm a completist. I need everything. I just also need the funds to buy it all. :lol:

[becca69]

These were on my doorstep today:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Stephen%20King%20Collection/DTWindMartin.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

Nice haul.

[becca69]

Thanks! The three on the bottom were a steal.

[swintek]

[QUOTE=Randall Flagg;683859]Not very many of these around. Just received. Beautiful endpapers.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=10407&title=img-3685&cat=510http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/IMG_3685.JPG


Lot.
I spoke with Stu tinker today and he said there were 25 copies bound. There is the 1/1 That Bob owns, and 24 others. He said there were numerous colors including green and brown (not pictured). He said there are also subtle differences between the copies-combinations of boards, and different endpapers etc. and that (possibly) every book is unique. He also "believes" that they were sold at $175, but wasn't certain for sure.
It sure would be interesting to see what is out there. If anyone else here has a copy I would love to see it.

I purchased a blue copy a maybe 6 to 9 months after they were originally sold for $400. I was told by Stu they were originally priced at $500....maybe he priced them lower after they were unsold copies left?.

Initial price was $500. I wanted one but couldn't see paying that. Don't get me wrong, it is a gorgeous production, just couldn't get myself to grab one at $500 and later through Email From Stu, $400. At $400 didn't bite either.

Mulleins

I felt the same way. Stu did a beautiful job but I just felt they were a bit on the expensive side being priced higher than the actual limited edition issue price.

Exactly, my feelings as well. It was more money than the official SIGNED edition- and not very nice looking either. Further, to my mind, I could see absolutely no point to this edition- other than a money grab.

Ron

[Garrell]

These were on my doorstep today:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Stephen%20King%20Collection/DTWindMartin.jpg

Very nice stuff:)

[Merlin1958]

Hasn't actually "arrived" yet, but is in transit. Plus Olverts gave me a great deal on this...............


http://imageshack.us/a/img11/3904/dsc0206nm.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img189/4223/dsc0207hnm.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img848/3672/dsc0208i.jpg

Very pleased and I haven't even held it yet!!! LOL

[Randall Flagg]

Exactly, my feelings as well. It was more money than the official SIGNED edition- and not very nice looking either. Further, to my mind, I could see absolutely no point to this edition- other than a money grab.

Ron
I beg to differ with you. Stu bought the page blocks at "x" price. I don't know what "x" price was, but I can reasonably guess that they were >$50 each. I challenge you or anyone else to have 24 copies of over-sized pages to be bound for any "reasonable" price. Stu found that out after the 1/1 copy that Bob owns. Perhaps at the time $500 seemed outrageous-in fact now it seems steep, but I don't think you could go out today and solicit a price from a quality book binder to do 24 copies like these for anything less than $200 each. That's before you try and sell them for a ~50% markup.
As to you feeling these are" not very nice looking"-you are correct; you don't like the look, but having held one in my hands, I can say it is a finely made book, and artfully shows a different way to present 'Salem's Lot. If Stu hadn't at least tried on this, the page blocks would likely be sitting around gathering dust.

[Brian James Freeman]

Exactly, my feelings as well. It was more money than the official SIGNED edition- and not very nice looking either. Further, to my mind, I could see absolutely no point to this edition- other than a money grab.

Ron
I beg to differ with you. Stu bought the page blocks at "x" price. I don't know what "x" price was, but I can reasonably guess that they were >$50 each. I challenge you or anyone else to have 24 copies of over-sized pages to be bound for any "reasonable" price. Stu found that out after the 1/1 copy that Bob owns. Perhaps at the time $500 seemed outrageous-in fact now it seems steep, but I don't think you could go out today and solicit a price from a quality book binder to do 24 copies like these for anything less than $200 each. That's before you try and sell them for a ~50% markup.
As to you feeling these are" not very nice looking"-you are correct; you don't like the look, but having held one in my hands, I can say it is a finely made book, and artfully shows a different way to present 'Salem's Lot. If Stu hadn't at least tried on this, the page blocks would likely be sitting around gathering dust.

A good hand binder doesn't come cheap, that's for sure!

[Merlin1958]

So, no one likes "Misery" proofs? LOL LOL LOL


The "Post" Whore!!!!!! LOL "Reputation "whore" as well!!!!!!! LOL LOL I'm not proud!!!! LOL

[Brice]

So, no one likes "Misery" proofs? LOL LOL LOL


The "Post" Whore!!!!!! LOL "Reputation "whore" as well!!!!!!! LOL LOL I'm not proud!!!! LOL

Post whore? I have more posts than anyone on the site now. I can take a year off from posting and stay ahead of most. :lol: If you add all my posts together there might be enough content for ONE post.

[Merlin1958]

So, no one likes "Misery" proofs? LOL LOL LOL


The "Post" Whore!!!!!! LOL "Reputation "whore" as well!!!!!!! LOL LOL I'm not proud!!!! LOL

Post whore? I have more posts than anyone on the site now. I can take a year off from posting and stay ahead of most. :lol: If you add all my posts together there might be enough content for ONE post.

Yeah, you're correct. I bow to your "superiority". You are "Da Man"!!!!!!


My Bad!!!

[Brice]

Oh, I'm just kidding around. It actually took me forever to pass Matt even with him being absent. He was/is a chatty bitch.

[Merlin1958]

Oh, I'm just kidding around. It actually took me forever to pass Matt even with him being absent. He was/is a chatty bitch.

Nope. As you pointed out, you are definitely "Da Man"!!!!! Long live "Da Man" am I right?



:emot-cthulhu::emot-cthulhu::emot-cthulhu:

[Brice]

:emot-cthulhu:

[swintek]

Exactly, my feelings as well. It was more money than the official SIGNED edition- and not very nice looking either. Further, to my mind, I could see absolutely no point to this edition- other than a money grab.

Ron
I beg to differ with you. Stu bought the page blocks at "x" price. I don't know what "x" price was, but I can reasonably guess that they were >$50 each. I challenge you or anyone else to have 24 copies of over-sized pages to be bound for any "reasonable" price. Stu found that out after the 1/1 copy that Bob owns. Perhaps at the time $500 seemed outrageous-in fact now it seems steep, but I don't think you could go out today and solicit a price from a quality book binder to do 24 copies like these for anything less than $200 each. That's before you try and sell them for a ~50% markup.
As to you feeling these are" not very nice looking"-you are correct; you don't like the look, but having held one in my hands, I can say it is a finely made book, and artfully shows a different way to present 'Salem's Lot. If Stu hadn't at least tried on this, the page blocks would likely be sitting around gathering dust.

I certainly respect your right to like this "edition", RF, but I stand firmly by my opinion that it is a VERY unimaginative looking book, and thus- pointless. I mean, considering that Centipede did 3 different editions (and don't forget the trade hardcover), and the fact that they all turned out to be some of the nicest King editions ever produced- what's the point of making a few inferior, unofficial editions- and charging enough to make a nice profit? Uhhh, certainly not artistic integrity, imo.

But, hey- if you like it, you like it. :D

Ron

[Randall Flagg]

Exactly, my feelings as well. It was more money than the official SIGNED edition- and not very nice looking either. Further, to my mind, I could see absolutely no point to this edition- other than a money grab.

Ron
I beg to differ with you. Stu bought the page blocks at "x" price. I don't know what "x" price was, but I can reasonably guess that they were >$50 each. I challenge you or anyone else to have 24 copies of over-sized pages to be bound for any "reasonable" price. Stu found that out after the 1/1 copy that Bob owns. Perhaps at the time $500 seemed outrageous-in fact now it seems steep, but I don't think you could go out today and solicit a price from a quality book binder to do 24 copies like these for anything less than $200 each. That's before you try and sell them for a ~50% markup.
As to you feeling these are" not very nice looking"-you are correct; you don't like the look, but having held one in my hands, I can say it is a finely made book, and artfully shows a different way to present 'Salem's Lot. If Stu hadn't at least tried on this, the page blocks would likely be sitting around gathering dust.

I certainly respect your right to like this "edition", RF, but I stand firmly by my opinion that it is a VERY unimaginative looking book, and thus- pointless. I mean, considering that Centipede did 3 different editions (and don't forget the trade hardcover), and the fact that they all turned out to be some of the nicest King editions ever produced- what's the point of making a few inferior, unofficial editions- and charging enough to make a nice profit? Uhhh, certainly not artistic integrity, imo.

But, hey- if you like it, you like it. :D

Ron
I think we agree to disagree. Stu wouldn't have been able to attempt something different if Centipede Press had not offered these up. Based upon the limitation sheet, Centipede had no place to go with the extra blocks of the S/L pages ( with or without actual signature page). Stu took a chance and perhaps that was the final financial blow that put him out of business. BTAIM, whether you like way the book was done or if you hate it-the information and images are here to enjoy, discuss, and debate. If Bob (or I) hadn't posted images and information, the history might have gone unnoticed.
I aim for this site to be the ultimate resource for information regarding Stephen King collecting-as such, it's a thrill to learn about/see, EVERYTHING there is to know about what was produced, rejected, changed, improved upon, ruined etc.
Hopefully we are not an inferior site in that regard.

[jhanic]

Well said, Jerome!

John

[Merlin1958]

El Jefe, back in action!!!!!:shoot:


:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Tito_Villa]

UK 1st The Wind Through The Keyhole trade & a few signed copies of Lisey's Story, today is a good day :)

[vbull]

Got some books from Centipede... Carrie: Studies in the Horror Film (signed and limited to 100 copies, but not by King) along with The Exorcist in the same series. Paperbacks exist too.
Can post pictures of Carrie later on if it can interest anyone. Also, I received Lee Brown Coye: A Retrospective. It's huge (no surprise with Centipede) and wonderfull, same size as the SKCollector's traycase of Salem's Lot.

Others in the box was Golem, Dead Titan, Waken!, Catacombs and Rapture

Now, the search continue for Chimera II....

[Roseannebarr]

Just in:
Blockade billy $500 I had to have it because of the baseball card novelty. is that too much for a novella? Book is not signed? Just the baseball card.

[jhanic]

Let me get this right--you spent $500 on both the card AND the book? Which edition is it?

John

[Jimimck]

I'm assuming the Lonely Road s/l? Issue price was $450 so $500 is probably an ok price...

[Randall Flagg]

Just in:
Blockade billy $500 I had to have it because of the baseball card novelty. is that too much for a novella? Book is not signed? Just the baseball card.
If you bought the S/L, then that edition features King's signature on the baseball card. Issue price was $450.
ALWAYS CHECK THE CATALOG: http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Blockade+Billy+-+S+L&redirect=no
If that is the copy you purchased, it is a very unique and gorgeous production.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/IMG_2315.JPG

[Roseannebarr]

Just in:
Blockade billy $500 I had to have it because of the baseball card novelty. is that too much for a novella? Book is not signed? Just the baseball card.
If you bought the S/L, then that edition features King's signature on the baseball card. Issue price was $450.
ALWAYS CHECK THE CATALOG: http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Blockade+Billy+-+S+L&redirect=no
If that is the copy you purchased, it is a very unique and gorgeous production.

that is what i got. i just wondered if it was worth it. i kind of thought (I know, I should of checked the catalog) the book was signed too.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/IMG_2315.JPG

that is what i got. i just wondered if it was worth it. i kind of thought (I know, I should of checked the catalog) the book was signed too.

[Jimimck]

Has anyone ever figured out what Dan from CD was talking about regarding the signed baseball cards from this edition? He said something about we should be comparing the cards to look for differences???

[Brice]

I think he was talking about them being different. :P

[Jimimck]

Lol, no not just the number...
I took his meaning that there was something interesting to find on the cards...?

[AKC]

I think he was talking about them being different. :P

There were indeed different cards......

[Brian James Freeman]

Has anyone ever figured out what Dan from CD was talking about regarding the signed baseball cards from this edition? He said something about we should be comparing the cards to look for differences???

Hmmm, I guess I never did get around to posting that blog post, did I? :) Tomorrow or Friday I'll get it posted.

Brian

[Jimimck]

Has anyone ever figured out what Dan from CD was talking about regarding the signed baseball cards from this edition? He said something about we should be comparing the cards to look for differences???

Hmmm, I guess I never did get around to posting that blog post, did I? :)

Brian

OK spill.... :drool:

[Brice]

I think he was talking about them being different. :P

There were indeed different cards......

I thought so. Here I was just being a smartass though. Big surprise there, huh?

[Brian James Freeman]

Has anyone ever figured out what Dan from CD was talking about regarding the signed baseball cards from this edition? He said something about we should be comparing the cards to look for differences???

Hmmm, I guess I never did get around to posting that blog post, did I? :)

Brian

OK spill.... :drool:

I'll post it tomorrow AM. Um, my time, not yours. ;)

Brian

[Brice]

*sets Brian's alarm clock ahead*

[Brian James Freeman]

*sets Brian's alarm clock ahead*

HA! I realized I needed to run a few things by some people, since I'm sharing some "behind the scenes" information, but I will get whatever I can posted as soon as I get the okay. :)

[Brice]

We'll just go ahead and give you blanket permission to post ANYTHING book related. :)

Seriously, totally cool! Whenever you can I'm sure we'd love to see/read.

[Robert Fulman]

Brian posted some details on the two different cards on the CD forum, back on December 8. I suppose I could post a link, but where would the fun be in that?

[ELazansky]

Some new things for me today as I continue to build my "King on a Budget" collection:

Sins of the Fathers S/L (a little chipping on the DJ, but the price was too good to pass up - would have passed if the DJ looked like this for something like Christine...)

http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa411/ELazansky/Books/TheSinsoftheFathers.jpg

Whispers SK Issue S/L:

http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa411/ELazansky/Books/WhispersKing.jpg

[namelessnpoor]

Recently I have received the following: IT gift edition, UK 11/22/63 in slipcase, signed US 11/22/63 and the slipcase from CD, and some stuff still on order, such as TWTTKH from Grant and the UK trade from Amazon and need to pick up the US trade when it hits tthe stores. Nothing unusual or great but still some new additions !

[The Library Policeman]

Congratulations guys!

[DanHocker]

Brian posted some details on the two different cards on the CD forum, back on December 8. I suppose I could post a link, but where would the fun be in that?

I thought we had spilled some of the beans on the CD forum awhile ago. Brian's going to be posting a pretty in depth thing on the differences and why we did it in his blog (sometime soon).

[The Library Policeman]

Got this from our very own Shibus just recently, for a GREAT price.

http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m609/kingpix/index.jpg

Thanks Greg! :)

[Tito_Villa]

Love that signature!

[sublimicals]

Got this from our very own Shibus just recently, for a GREAT price.

http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m609/kingpix/index.jpg

Thanks Greg! :)

\That is a neat one of a kind item
Great sig as well

[divemaster]

Just a little placeholder and a teaser that I will soon be receiving three new King S/Ls for my collection! One is pretty common, one is fairly rare but not especially sought after (but I love the book and that's what counts!) and one is, for many people, the Big Kahuna!

[Merlin1958]

Congrats to all!!!

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[biomieg]

Just a little placeholder and a teaser that I will soon be receiving three new King S/Ls for my collection! One is pretty common, one is fairly rare but not especially sought after (but I love the book and that's what counts!) and one is, for many people, the Big Kahuna!

Intriguing!!

[jhanic]

Just a little placeholder and a teaser that I will soon be receiving three new King S/Ls for my collection! One is pretty common, one is fairly rare but not especially sought after (but I love the book and that's what counts!) and one is, for many people, the Big Kahuna!

Such a tease! Are you taking lessons from RF?

John

[AKC]

I LOVE KAREN!!!!

http://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd470/avidkingcollector/photo-1.jpg

[Ben Mears]

Girl At Window painted in 1965 by Robert Addison, the artist used in Second Coming prototype. Specs: 15" x 29", egg tempera on board.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/Girl_At_Window_1965.JPG

[Randall Flagg]

That is very nice.

[sgc1999]

Girl At Window painted in 1965 by Robert Addison, the artist used in Second Coming prototype. Specs: 15" x 29", egg tempera on board.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/Girl_At_Window_1965.JPG

Love it!

[divemaster]

Just a little placeholder and a teaser that I will soon be receiving three new King S/Ls for my collection! One is pretty common, one is fairly rare but not especially sought after (but I love the book and that's what counts!) and one is, for many people, the Big Kahuna!

OK, the "one pretty common" is Black House. S/L #328

http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/9938/blackhouselimited3281.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/688/blackhouselimited3281.jpg/)

http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/9416/blackhouselimited3282.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/820/blackhouselimited3282.jpg/)

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/4583/blackhouselimited3283.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/525/blackhouselimited3283.jpg/)
.
.
.

and the one that is "fairly rare but not especially sought after (but I love the book and that's what counts!)" is Danse Macabre. S/L #41

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/9820/dansemacabrelimited411.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/254/dansemacabrelimited411.jpg/)

http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/5159/dansemacabelimited412.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/99/dansemacabelimited412.jpg/)

http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/4118/dansemacabelimited413.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/821/dansemacabelimited413.jpg/)


I'm very happy right now!

[jhanic]

Some nice acquisitions, divemaster!

John

[harrison ryan]

What about the Big Kahuna?

[Fsmdr]

Nice acquisitions!.

Photos of the Betts bound Salem's Lot for Jerome. Note: This edition, besides the better paper also includes the illustrations of Jerry Uelsmann in the book, not included in the 600 gift editions.
http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/8773/012hyt.jpg
http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/5910/endpaper.jpg

[divemaster]

What about the Big Kahuna?

Still working out the financial aspect; then the check has to clear. I'll probably have it in hand in about 2-3 weeks. If *I* have to be patient, you have to be patient! LOL

[olverts]

Very nice divemaster , congratulations !

[Robert Fulman]

After reading through this, I decided to pass on the S/L...
http://img814.imageshack.us/img814/8373/012ey.jpg

[Garrell]

After reading through this, I decided to pass on the S/L...
http://img814.imageshack.us/img814/8373/012ey.jpg
Love it:)

[Randall Flagg]

I have the 1/1 mock up for the book. It was carved out of clay and airbrushed to look like a book. It likely is worth more than a 1St State 'Salem's Lot.

http://doctorsleep.co/dsc.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

Nice acquisitions!.

Photos of the Betts bound Salem's Lot for Jerome. Note: This edition, besides the better paper also includes the illustrations of Jerry Uelsmann in the book, not included in the 600 gift editions.
http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/8773/012hyt.jpg
http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/5910/endpaper.jpg
Would you describe the boards as grey, or blue? Also, what color (image please) is the slipcase?

[Ben Mears]

That is very nice.

Thank you. It is a haunting yet beautiful image.

[Merlin1958]

After reading through this, I decided to pass on the S/L...
http://img814.imageshack.us/img814/8373/012ey.jpg

You've got to be kidding right? I mean it is 4/1/12. You don't really have this already, do you? That's a "Misery" proof mocked up, right?

[Jimimck]

Have a close read of the wording on the front pal :rolleyes3:

[Merlin1958]

Have a close read of the wording on the front pal :rolleyes3:


Laugh out Loud!!!! Time to see the Eye Doctor again!!!! It was all a blur to me until I took my glasses off!!! LOL Good one!!!


:smile_002:

[Robert Fulman]

(I shoved a piece of red construction paper into my inkjet printer, and hoped for the best :))

[Merlin1958]

(I shoved a piece of red construction paper into my inkjet printer, and hoped for the best :))

Well, great job!!! Oh, and by the way.....................

:FU: and April Fool's Day!!!!


:biggrin1:

[Pasiuk57]

Robert
GREAT stuff!!

[Shannon]

Nice Doctor Sleep proof, had me going for about five seconds. :)

[harrison ryan]

Great job, Mr. Fulman!

[Fsmdr]

Nice acquisitions!.

Photos of the Betts bound Salem's Lot for Jerome. Note: This edition, besides the better paper also includes the illustrations of Jerry Uelsmann in the book, not included in the 600 gift editions.
http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/8773/012hyt.jpg
http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/5910/endpaper.jpg
Would you describe the boards as grey, or blue? Also, what color (image please) is the slipcase?

Board and slipcase definitely gray, both the same color. Not a very good photo:
http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/1558/009pnn.jpg

[AKC]

So, I've been a bit "quiet" regarding new acquisitions lately........

ARRIVED TODAY:

Gotta' love the Black Cases.....

http://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd470/avidkingcollector/TheLot.jpg

First Edition Shining SIGNED

http://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd470/avidkingcollector/Shining-1.jpg
http://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd470/avidkingcollector/ShiningSig.jpg

Holy Grail.....

http://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd470/avidkingcollector/SlingerSig.jpg

It should be noted that the 'Slinger was bought from Shannon as part of Sharon's collection and it arrived without incident and smoke free. Thank you Shannon!

[harrison ryan]

WHOA! Congratulations! Love King's little added flourish at the end of his sig on that 'Slinger!

[bdwyer19]

Those are some seriously awesome acquisitions Tim. Congrats!!

[Ben Staad]

Awesome additions, Tim. Now that you have the lettered GS I'm sure you will let that remarqued Slinger go for a pittance...Right? :emot-cthulhu:

[AKC]

Awesome additions, Tim. Now that you have the lettered GS I'm sure you will let that remarqued Slinger go for a pittance...Right? :emot-cthulhu:

Now, if I could just find a "Tim" that was interested....

:)

[Robert Fulman]

Couple of new additions. First, "Black Colossus" by Robert E. Howard, published by Grant and illustrated by Ned Dameron. I was a little disappointed that it wasn't the signed edition, but that was my fault for misreading the description:

http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/9871/005gs.jpg

The book was published in 1979, so it looks like Ned Dameron predicted 3 years in advance that Schwarzenegger would play Conan:

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/4504/002dcc.jpg

Also, I've been looking for a bit of time for a "Handsome Sturdy Volume File" made by the Jesse Jones Box Corp. advertised in old issues of F&SF magazine. I finally tracked on down (in not awesome condition):

http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/876/003szn.jpg

Again, I was slightly disappointed that, even though the box is explicitly for this magazine, it is about an inch too tall for my Stephen King issues:

http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/8666/004gxym.jpg

(I'm already over my disappointments, and now I am proud and joyful :))

[Robert Fulman]

(The reason I was wrong about Black Colossus is that there is no signed/deluxe version; I was thinking of Kull)

[harrison ryan]

Again, I was slightly disappointed that, even though the box is explicitly for this magazine, it is about an inch too tall for my Stephen King issues:

Measure it up, then craft yourself a nice little cardboard box and wrap it in black paper or faux leather to fill up that extra bit of space. Looks like you might need a little bookend, too.

[Robert Fulman]

I've been storing the magazines on their side. I definitely need to get a new issue of the Slow Mutants.

[harrison ryan]

Just keep buying multiples until it's full! :) I'm sure there are also a few more King-related F&SF's you could add in to fill 'er up...the December '90 ish comes to mind...

Edit: Oops, nevermind, I see you've already got two!

[Jimimck]

NICE!

(this applies to all recent pick up chaps)

[Merlin1958]

Congrats to all!!!!! Especially, AKC for those really nice items!!!

:clap::clap::clap:

[Garrell]

Very nice AKC, loving that black Stand traycase:cool_002:
Fulman, really love the F&SF case, I am a sucker for slipcases and such:)

[Shannon]

Wow, a Lettered Gunslinger! I bet you got it for a good price. :) Well under today's market value. lol

Congratulations again, friend. :)

[Tito_Villa]

Great stuff everyone!

[biomieg]

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1333531049-lot.JPG

Doesn't look like much in this scan from the eBay auction, but I received a very nice copy of the Signet 1st/1st PB printing of 'SALEM'S LOT. A little scuffing, a few minor creases and a slightly 'hollow' spine, but other than that the book appears unread. It's a lot cleaner than it looks in the pic. I'll take a better photo later.

Now I need a UK 1st/1st paperback printing of CARRIE!

[namelessnpoor]

Its been a good month so far, received quite a few new additions......posted some a couple pages back but have a couple more...I need to get pics taken will try and get that done.....
Received my trade UK slipcased edition of 11/22/63 from CD. As was mentioned in another thread itis very shapr looking case and book, they are a perfect match, wouldn't want to have my Uk edition any other way.

The big addition and one book i assumed i would never have...at least not until the kids were older and i had more money for my self.. UK 1st/1st Carrie....wanted to add that this was purchased from Shannon...transaction went super smooth, he was awesome to deal with and helped me get a book I have been wanting for a while at a price i could live with and afford ! Book came shipped priority insured and was packaged very well and arrived in excellent shape. The book was also exactly as described. Couldn't be happier.
Thanks Shannon !

[Tito_Villa]

Congrats on that UK Carrie 1st!

[biomieg]

Congratulations (and welcome to the club)! If you're into UK 1st editions, CARRIE is definitely one of the Holy Grails.

[Ben Mears]

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1333531049-lot.JPG

Doesn't look like much in this scan from the eBay auction, but I received a very nice copy of the Signet 1st/1st PB printing of 'SALEM'S LOT. A little scuffing, a few minor creases and a slightly 'hollow' spine, but other than that the book appears unread. It's a lot cleaner than it looks in the pic. I'll take a better photo later.

Now I need a UK 1st/1st paperback printing of CARRIE!

Very nice. This is the one that started it all for me back in 1976.

[sgc1999]

nice stuf! AKC really sweet!!!

[Garrell]

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1333531049-lot.JPG

Doesn't look like much in this scan from the eBay auction, but I received a very nice copy of the Signet 1st/1st PB printing of 'SALEM'S LOT. A little scuffing, a few minor creases and a slightly 'hollow' spine, but other than that the book appears unread. It's a lot cleaner than it looks in the pic. I'll take a better photo later.

Now I need a UK 1st/1st paperback printing of CARRIE!

Very nice. This is the one that started it all for me back in 1976.

Same here:)

[namelessnpoor]

Congratulations (and welcome to the club)! If you're into UK 1st editions, CARRIE is definitely one of the Holy Grails.

I am a UK 1st edition collector. only need 2 more to have a complete 1st edition set....The Bachman Books and Night Shift. The Bachman Books i can find and afford just have not ordered it yet, there are a few on ABE, now the Night Shift...if i can find oneI don't have the cash for it right now !! saving up for that one so that when one does pop up I might have a shot at it !

[biomieg]

Hutch has one for sale but it's not cheap!

[Stockerlone]

In the last months i become 10+ new Remarques, Sketches, Full Page Drawings...
Some ´normal suff´ from Chadbourne, Bauman.....

Here comes:
KAMPFKOLOSSE - 23 national/international Artist´s create this flip over comic book. Each fighter pic is separated in 3 pic pieces, with flipping
you can create your one and only fighter.
Each artist creates his ´Fighter´. On premiere event were three artists present:
Aisha Franz, Till Thomas and Paul Paetzel

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/742/medium/PICT3849.JPG

Kampfkolosse Remarqued from Aisha Franz, Till Thomas, Paul Paetzel
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/742/medium/PICT3846.JPG

Premiere event party
http://www.art-lawyer.de/index.php5?page=Blog&id=Kampfkolosse_Release_Party


Pics from more original drawings
http://www.flickr.com/photos/zirp/sets/72157627626938483/


It was possible to buy some bigger original drawings,
but i have not enough money.:frown2:
Drawing from Marijpol
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/742/medium/PICT3847.JPG

[Shannon]

Congratulations namelessnpoor! :) I'm glad I could assist you in your collection. I would have purchased Sharon's entire collection if I could afford it, but of course, I could not. I'm slowly buying what I can though, starting with her promo/extra and foreign books. :) And that's all thanks to you guys. So, thank you! :)

Stock, I really like the idea of the remarqued book, it looks great. :)

[Tito_Villa]

Prelim sketch for the cover of 'Smoke and Mirrors'
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz116/tito_villa/Photo741.jpg

Prelim pen and ink for the cover of 'Book of Horrors'
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz116/tito_villa/Photo744.jpg

And Annabel watching me take pics from the sofa
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz116/tito_villa/Photo739.jpg

[Ari_Racing]

VERY NICE! Congratulations!

[Ben Staad]

Very cool, Tom! Congrats.

[Brian James Freeman]

Prelim sketch for the cover of 'Smoke and Mirrors'
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz116/tito_villa/Photo741.jpg

I love how that artwork turned out -- that's a great sketch!

[mcdonaldj]

The dog pic was too funny. Nice sketch - very cool!

[John Blaze]

IDK if this thread is for collectors only, or for SK related stuff only, but I HAVE to post this. This is MY new pride and joy.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f179/BrunoBaca/20120406_124751.jpg

It's my new charcoal piece done by our very own Harrison Ryan. I just got it in the mail today.

You guys can be jealous now.

[biomieg]

Awe-some!

[Dan]

IDK if this thread is for collectors only, or for SK related stuff only, but I HAVE to post this. This is MY new pride and joy.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f179/BrunoBaca/20120406_124751.jpg

It's my new charcoal piece done by our very own Harrison Ryan. I just got it in the mail today.


You guys can be jealous now.

That's fantastic! Is it related to any book or series, or just a stand alone piece of art?

[Tito_Villa]

Thanks everyone, and that is an amazing piece, he is one talented guy!

[biomieg]

If anyone deserves a HUGE break and the chance to make a good living creating art and not having to work on the side, it's Harrison Ryan. Great artist, great guy, and way too humble (IMO).

[divemaster]

Great charcoal!

Don't know if it was intentional or not, but when I see that I think of Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday from Tombstone.

[jhanic]

I got my IT Art Portfolio (#359) today!

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Great charcoal!

Don't know if it was intentional or not, but when I see that I think of Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday from Tombstone.

Looks more like Leonardo DiCaprio to me.

[Bethany]

It's Kilmer from Tombstone :P

[harrison ryan]

If anyone deserves a HUGE break and the chance to make a good living creating art and not having to work on the side, it's Harrison Ryan. Great artist, great guy, and way too humble (IMO).

Aw, shucks. :blush:
Gotta keep it humble, though.

Anyone who said Kilmer is correct. John Blaze wanted Kilmer as Doc Holliday from Tombstone. The riders in the smoke were his idea as well.

[Tito_Villa]

It is incredible though!

[agrabin]

Much like, do I.

[Shannon]

Great piece of work, Mr. Ryan! Congrats Mr. Blaze. :) I love the riders in the smoke, it looks great. :)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

It's Kilmer from Tombstone :P

Its more Russell than Kilmer in Tombstone.

http://www149.pair.com/marilynn/docwy1.jpg

Still looks more like DiCaprio to me.

[Shannon]

YAY YAY YAY, I got some great things in the mail from Mr. Roseanne Barr. New Addition update this weekend! :)

[Garrell]

New from Betts today:)
http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k609/garrell7/DSCF2014.jpg?t=1333757216

[Jimimck]

Awesome pal, those UK 1sts look cool.

[Merlin1958]

It's Kilmer from Tombstone :P

Its more Russell than Kilmer in Tombstone.

http://www149.pair.com/marilynn/docwy1.jpg

Still looks more like DiCaprio to me.

It's Kilmer, RT!!! What does a bloody Scotsman know? J/K

"I'm your huckleberry"!!!

[harrison ryan]

Looks like a nice Bachman Books, too, Garrell. Sweet!

[George at C-Springs]

Just watched Tombstone tonight, one of my alltime favorite movies (except for Bill Paxton, bad casting there in my opinion) ... on the other hand absolutely Val Kilmer's best career role (right above Real Genius). Great work Ryan!

[biomieg]

Garrell, really catching up on the UK 1sts, aren't you? Nice!

[Garrell]

31 UK's so far...

[biomieg]

Just thinking out loud, but is a full set of UK 1sts complete without the omnibus editions? I still need a couple of those.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Just thinking out loud, but is a full set of UK 1sts complete without the omnibus editions? I still need a couple of those.

If a complete US set of 1st is complete without omnibus editions, then the same would apply for UK.

[biomieg]

True, but is that the consensus (US 1sts being complete without the omnibus)? I don't mind either way, I like the omnibus editions and I have the US one plus a couple of the UK ones.

By the way, how did you ever find all these UK large print hardbacks? There are some with really nice cover art but I haven't seen any for sale except for some very crappy ex-library copies.

*edit - I just checked your website. Did you sell all the large print hardbacks? I would have loved to get some of them.

[harrison ryan]

Just watched Tombstone tonight, one of my alltime favorite movies (except for Bill Paxton, bad casting there in my opinion) ... on the other hand absolutely Val Kilmer's best career role (right above Real Genius). Great work Ryan!

I love Real Genius, too. On the subject of Kilmer roles, I thought he did a great job as Jim Morrison, but the movie itself is flawed. Did you ever see a flick called The Salton Sea?
Anyway, thanks!

(This probably belongs in movie discussion. Sorry, guys!)

[Garrell]

Absolutely awesome piece Harrison!!! Loved Real Genuis more than Tombstone.

[harrison ryan]

Absolutely awesome piece Harrison!!! Loved Real Genuis more than Tombstone.

Thanks! Let's get back on track, though...what became of your large print hardcovers?