Your New Pride and Joy!

[herbertwest]

congratulations nameless! :-)

[Cutter]

I'd never even heard of a lettered edition of that one!

Neither have I, congrats Bob. Also that is an interesting question about S and Straub, but what about Bradbury and Bloch, they’re both B’s?

And congrats Jerome, Earthling does make a good Lettered Edition. That is a nice book!

[tippy4]

Here is an odd item I picked up today.

a THREE PACK of Duma Key promotional tennis balls.

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/4775/dumaqn7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Now, unlike the single promitional ball that comes in the little plastic case (http://img212.imageshack.us/img212/2945/picture072ws9.jpg) we have seen on ebay in the past, these are in a sealed pop-top can.

Very odd indeed.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Here is an odd item I picked up today.

a THREE PACK of Duma Key promotional tennis balls.

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/4775/dumaqn7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Now, unlike the single promitional ball that comes in the little plastic case (http://img212.imageshack.us/img212/2945/picture072ws9.jpg) we have seen on ebay in the past, these are in a sealed pop-top can.

Very odd indeed.

I almost bid on that.....:thumbsup: Not odd....very cool indeed

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[jhanic]

Congratulations, tippy! Most of us are lucky to get just one!

John

[shibus]

Here is a new one, at least I had not heard of this state before. At the Seventh World Fantasy Convention in 1981 attendees were given a limited edition (1000 numbered copies) book. There were contributions (stories and art) from about 20 different authors/artists. Stephen King's contribution was "The Bird and the Album" which is an excerpt of sorts from the novel IT (even though IT wouldn't be published until about 5 years later).

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/wfc7.jpg

I've seen numbered copies for sale and I have seen review copies but, until now, I had not seen a lettered copy. This book is in a slipcase (other copies do not have a slipcase) and is hand lettered with an "S" in the limitation space. Peter Straub's name is also on the limitation page.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/wfc7limitationpage.jpg

This book has made the rounds and has signatures of virtually all of the 20 contributors except Ramsey Campell. I was especially pleased to see that Robert Bloch and Ray Bradbury had signed. Stephen King signed at his contribution on the first day of the convention.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/wfc7kingsig.jpg

Some questions arise. Did this book come with a slipcase or was this one added later? I think it was probably added later but it sure fits and looks like it was made for the book. Did all contributors get a "lettered" copy that matches their last name (as the "S" for Straub)? I have no idea. Like I said earlier, this is the first I have seen.


Interesting indeed Bob, And the first such copy I've seen as well. My copy is a numbered and signed by 8 of the contributors. Including King. Mine also came in a Slipcase although it appears to be a simple aftermarket Black cloth type.

http://usera.imagecave.com/shibus/wfc3.JPG

http://usera.imagecave.com/shibus/wfc2.JPG

http://usera.imagecave.com/shibus/wfc1.JPG

All being signed on the FFEP instead of their contributions. Not sure when you got yours but were you able to get any history from the previos owner?

[tippy4]

Also got this today

A My Pretty Pony S/L promotional card.

http://img212.imageshack.us/img212/935/pony3ip3.png (http://imageshack.us)

[carlosdetweiller]

Interesting indeed Bob, And the first such copy I've seen as well. My copy is a numbered and signed by 8 of the contributors. Including King. Mine also came in a Slipcase although it appears to be a simple aftermarket Black cloth type.

All being signed on the FFEP instead of their contributions. Not sure when you got yours but were you able to get any history from the previos owner?

No history available. The guy I bought it from had had it for several years and had obtained some of the signatures himself. But he was not one of the attendees at the convention and knows nothing of the original owner. It's a very interesting book and I like it a lot.

[Ari_Racing]

I have also one of those three duma key balls packed :)

I received it yesterday for free!

[tippy4]

Can you tell me what the story behind the three-pack is?

I know the single ball was distributed with the ARCs...how was the three-pack distributed?

[jhanic]

I don't think the singles were distributed with every ARC. I talked to the guy I got my ARC from and he said he'd never seen the tennis ball.

John

[Ari_Racing]

I don't know the story behind it. I just received it from a contact.

I guess they ordered several of these 3 tennis ball packs and then used some to put in the boxes in order to make them promotional.

These 3 tennis ball packs must be the "prototype" of the promo item :)

[Ari_Racing]

I might auction the 3 ball tube sealed with the three balls.
If anyone's interested before I put it at ebay.com please PM the offer :)

[herbertwest]

you just got one ???

[Ari_Racing]

I'm receiving the second one today :)

I've just tracked it ;)

[Ari_Racing]

Received today the second one:

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

I put one for auction one at dtbay

[jhanic]

I just bought it!

John

[Randall Flagg]

Just received this:

http://pic14.picturetrail.com/VOL534/836969/1502663/316045453.jpg

It was too odd to not buy!



Also obtained the Skeleton Crew Portfolio. Interesting to note that it appears Potter did a strikethrough on the limitation page where it says "This Edition Is Limited to 500 copies, each signed by the Artist. It will not be reprinted" He crossed off the word "not".
Also cool as it has the poster that came with the S/L and it is in excellent shape.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/Skeleton_Crew_portfolio_cover.jpg


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/Skeleton_Crew_portfolio_CR_page.jpg



http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/9306/skeletoncrewportfoliocrdf9.jpg

[namelessnpoor]

thank you all very much for your congrats and kind words about my newest daughter!!! shes starting to be on more of a schedule, so i may soon have a bit more time to play on here, but i must say i am becoming quite good at holding her and typing one handed!!!!

[Matt]

Just received this:

http://pic14.picturetrail.com/VOL534/836969/1502663/316045453.jpg

It was too odd to not buy!



Also obtained the Skeleton Crew Portfolio. Interesting to note that it appears Potter did a strikethrough on the limitation page where it says "This Edition Is Limited to 500 copies, each signed by the Artist. It will not be reprinted" He crossed off the word "not".
Also cool as it has the poster that came with the S/L and it is in excellent shape.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/Skeleton_Crew_portfolio_cover.jpg


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/Skeleton_Crew_portfolio_CR_page.jpg



http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/9306/skeletoncrewportfoliocrdf9.jpg

Wow! That's beautiful Jerome. Congrats. :clap:

[alinda]

How cool, I didnt know they even made such
stuff ( Odd pendants etc)...before I "met" you guys.

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations, jerome! I bought one some months ago that also came with the poster.
Really cool! :)

[Randall Flagg]

Received McSweeney's #27 today.

[herbertwest]

good!
we finally could get an hand on the story :-)

[jhanic]

Finally got my copy of McSweeney's 27 a little while ago. Three volumes in one slipcase!

John

[what]

I got my artist editions of DT6 & 7 Saturday!!! Thanks Karen!

[jhanic]

Edited.

John

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations, John! Please post a pic! :)
By the way, the tennis balls were already shipped. ;)

[jhanic]

Edited.

John

[what]

Quick question... AE of SoS... it states 175 price, signed by king and artist... but its not numbered... what edition is this?

[Cutter]

Quick question... AE of SoS... it states 175 price, signed by king and artist... but its not numbered... what edition is this?

The Artist Edition. It is signed by the artist, and it is not numbered. It doesn't come signed by King, they must have got is signed by King at a reading. be careful, though.

[what]

The Artist Edition. It is signed by the artist, and it is not numbered. It doesn't come signed by King, they must have got is signed by King at a reading. be careful, though.

forgot to mention it has the same signature page? as the numbered edition with kings name typed on the page stating 1400 prints

[jhanic]

None of the Artist's Editions (which were published by Grant for Wolves of the Calla--3500 copies, Song of Susannah--3500 copies and The Dark Tower--5000 copies) were numbered, but all were signed by the various artists, but none by King, and they were signed on the title page, if I remember correctly. The first two, Wolves and Song, had different dust jacket art than the trade editions. None of them sold for $175. If I remember correctly, the price for each artist edition was $50. It sounds like you may have found an unnumbered s/l edition.

John

[Calla_Wolf]

Here's a thumbnail of the first four.

John

Nice one John

I've got one from Six Stories...

http://callawolf.co.uk/Images/Sales%202008/February/gather2.jpg

[EXPLORER]

I just received a set of unbound signatures of the Grant trade edition of The Waste Lands. I don't know if this is also called the Folded & Gathered (F&G) or not, but I'm happy with it.

John

[EXPLORER]

Very cool. interesting

[jhanic]

Calla, those are really neat. And even signed by King!

I notice they are not separated. I like yours better!

John

[carlosdetweiller]

Calla, those are really neat. And even signed by King!

I notice they are not separated--the ones I have have been cut and folded into the signatures. I like yours better!

John

I like them both. Congratulations to both of you.

[EXPLORER]

Here's a thumbnail of the first four.

John

I have a set like that of Drawing of the Three..

[Pasiuk57]

got my McSweemey's set. VERY Nice!!

[Scoogs]

Still waiting on my copy of McSweeney's, but I did choose the media mail option for my subscription. I'm in no rush, it will get here eventually.

Has anyone read the story yet? How is it?

[herbertwest]

could someone move the F&G pix on the corresponding threat?

[Calla_Wolf]

Calla, those are really neat. And even signed by King!

I notice they are not separated--the ones I have have been cut and folded into the signatures. I like yours better!

John

:) Well, thay're for sale...at the right price... :)

[oy-the-brave]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

[jhanic]

Very, very nice, Oy!

John

[Matt]

Wow! That is beautiful Dave. :drool:

[Ricky]

How did you acquire the cover Dave?

[Matt]

Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book

I love how King fans are so nice to one another. These types of comments are really common.

[Fsmdr]

Absolutely gorgeous!. I would never have thought of framing the 2 together. You must be very proud. Congrats.

[oy-the-brave]

How did you acquire the cover Dave?

Originally Wizardsrainbow/David posted the Ebay auction for it but both He and Carlosdetweiller/Bob passed on it, by the time I saw the post the auction was over so I contacted the Wrightson's (it was auctioned by Bernie Wrightson himself) and we made a deal. It cost me a few signed limited books but has definately become one of my favorites :)

[Randall Flagg]

That is absolutely gorgeous. Nice job.

[EXPLORER]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

My goodness. What a fabulous acquisition and a perfect displaying job.
I love it...
( moves on to avoid letting jealousy build )

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

Good GOD that's nice. :thumbsup:

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations!! It looks awesome!

Best!

[Min]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

Can I ask how much that set you back and where you got it done? I'm looking to do something similar but have never had anything framed before. It turned out amazing, by the way.

[carlosdetweiller]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:


I think it came out better than "pretty nice." I think it is fantastic. Congratulations!

[idlewarnings]

Great idea to pair the two. Looks great!

[oy-the-brave]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

Can I ask how much that set you back and where you got it done? I'm looking to do something similar but have never had anything framed before. It turned out amazing, by the way.

The framing cost 175.00, it's never cheap to have something custom framed, sometimes you wind up spending more than the piece of art cost, but it's worth it when you are showcasing a piece of art that means something to you.

I was real lucky though to find a good framer (The Frame Corner in Farmington) right off when I moved here to New Mexico.

[NeedfulKings]

That's sweet, oy!!!!

[wizardsrainbow]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG


Dave-

Nicely done. I like I like

[funky dredd]

That is awesome! Congratulations! :)

[Cutter]

very nice Oy, I love the idea of having the book cover with the artwork!

[The Lady of Shadows]

very impressive.

if you ever decide you have to give it up for, say, aesthetic reasons. for example, you get new wallpaper or decide to paint? i'd be happy to give it a good home. :lol:

[Rahfa]

$175 for that is not expensive at all, I don't think...I have had some stuff done and it's been quite a bit more than that (granted, the matte might be higher quality or whatever, but still...).

Looks like a first class job...I love things like that.

[Ricky]

My new pride and joy is my autograph from Dan Castellaneta that I received today. I sent out a request 8 months ago, so it was a nice suprise to see it sitting in my mailbox today. :)

http://i26.tinypic.com/344z4ue.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

I am not familiar with these "Simpsons":excited:

[Ricky]

Seriously? You've never watched it before?

[jhanic]

Congratulations, Ricky!

John

[Patrick]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

:excited: I love it! :clap:



Congrats on your Homer signed pic, Ricky. :)

[Matt]

Seriously? You've never watched it before?

I think he was playing around Ricky.

Congrats on the Homer sig--that is very cool.

[Ari_Racing]

Today I received my 3rd grail (first two are/were The Talisman 1st (Grant) and DT VII S/L).

Here are some pics...I still can't believe it! :)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/525/100_4465.JPG

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/525/100_4466.JPG

And one of my bookcases updated with the book (now I have 12 books signed by King! :) )

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/525/100_4467.JPG

[jhanic]

Congratulations, Ari! That's a nice volume!

John

[Ricky]

Congrats Ari! I'm envious! :)

[idlewarnings]

Congrats, Ari. That's a nice one to have. I especially like the check.

[Ricky]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

I have a question: why are there two different covers for DT5? The one pictured, and the one showing "Wolves of the Calla" written in yellow.

[tippy4]

The one on the left is not a cover...it is the original painting that was used on the cover (on the right).

I just received this yesterday.

The Regulators/Desperation combo with the FREE "keep-you-up-all-night" LIGHT

http://img382.imageshack.us/img382/650/upallnightfp3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[herbertwest]

congrats to both of you!

[jhanic]

Congratulations, tippy! I got one of those when they first came out and have never opened it. (I was friends with the bookstore owner, so when the night light version sold out and they came out with that Wizard and Glass preview booklet, he gave me one of those too!)

John

[Ricky]

The one on the left is not a cover...it is the original painting that was used on the cover (on the right).



I mean the one on the right.

[Spencer]

Here is my Wrightson DT5 trade cover painting.

With this I have finally done something I have wanted to do for a while, framed the original painting with the finished cover. Thanks to the Wrightson's it was easy they sent me a signed/personalized unused cover from the book, I think it came out pretty nice :thumbsup:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/P1000058.JPG

WOW!!! So cool! :onfire:

I hope to get some original art one of these days. When and if I ever do, I hope it looks half that good. Well done!:clap:

[jhanic]

Wolves of the Calla had two covers, the trade paperback edition is pictured above. The other shows Susannah throwing the orizas.

John

[Ari_Racing]

:) Thanks people!
I still can't believe it.

Now I'm going after the two remaining grails: Christine S/L and Skeleton Crew S/L

(I know...once I have those I'll have more grails :D )

[Patrick]

Ari, congratulations on your Regulators S/L. It is one of my favorite presentations as well (as is The Talisman S/L). :thumbsup:

In regards to your list of grails, are you saying that The Stand S/L does not make the cut?

Someday I'll get the Skeleton Crew S/L...


Tippy, nice nightlight book package. :thumbsup:

[e_taylor]

Heres one of my newest additions. I've gotten tons of great books the past six months - but no time to photograph them!

[Randall Flagg]

Congrats on the S/L Swan's Song. I really enjoyed that book.

[Scoogs]

My copy of McSweeney's arrived yesterday. Great presentation as always.

[Cutter]

I love the old Dark Harvest books. I'm actually awaiting a mint s/l of Night Visions 1 right now. Congrats e_taylor, and to everyone on this page!

[oy-the-brave]

Congrats on the S/L Swan's Song. I really enjoyed that book.

I agree great book, congrats.

[e_taylor]

Thanks all! I was trying to decide between the numbered and the lettered, and decided to save the $300 and stick with the numbered. As it turns out, I'm glad I did as when I got the shot at my DTIII, I had the extra cash! - I'll post pictures of that one tomorrow....

[NeedfulKings]

Great new stuff--I love seeing what you guys are getting!

Here's a few things...nothing too impressive:

X-Men with SK writing a few pages,

Bernie Wrightson's new comic,

Spanish Drawing of the Three from Sterling. My wife found it for .75 cents. :)

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i2/bookking/dt_com/Romeo004.jpg

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i2/bookking/dt_com/Romeo005.jpg

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i2/bookking/dt_com/Romeo003.jpg

[e_taylor]

Sorry to take over the thread, but I finally had enough time to take some pictures of my latest books. As you can see - its very Dark Tower related (I finally decided to go for the limiteds!)

DTIII #1019
DTIV #626

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=479&d=1211830348
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=480&d=1211830352


http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=481&d=1211830358

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=482&d=1211830363

[e_taylor]

DTV #626
DTVI #626
DTVII #626

And a shot of my Dark Tower limiteds :cowboy:

[e_taylor]

Only two more to go!

Simon Clark's "Blood Crazy" Letter R of 26 lettered copies.

Theres something about CD's lettered editions that I really like. It gets boring when they are all the same, but they are still simple, classy, and well made.

And, although not a new addition, my AE of DTVII may be of interest to some on the site as it has an ink drawing of the eye of the crimson king.

Side note, I won't whore this thread any longer, in a few months when I finally have the time, I'll put everything up in the collections forum:thumbsup:

[jhanic]

Don't worry about "whoring" this thread--I'm sure I speak for lots of us here that really enjoy seeing your books! Let's see some more!

John

[wizardsrainbow]

DTV #626
DTVI #626
DTVII #626

And a shot of my Dark Tower limiteds :cowboy:
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=484&d=1211830493

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=485&d=1211830501

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=486&d=1211830509

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=487&d=1211830516

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/attachment.php?attachmentid=488&d=1211830524


Wow, those are REALLY nice!!!:drool: :rofl:
Glad you like 'em!

[herbertwest]

recieved the Breathing Method penguin version.

the illustrations should be added in the catalo within the next few days..

[Patrick]

Nice purchases, everyone. But, e taylor, where are the photos? They've disappeared!

[Randall Flagg]

Nice purchases, everyone. But, e taylor, where are the photos? They've disappeared!
They all show for me.

[Ricky]

But, e taylor, where are the photos? They've disappeared!

Yeah, I can't see them either. I thing they've been photoknapped. :ninja:

[Cutter]

But, e taylor, where are the photos? They've disappeared!

Yeah, I can't see them either. I thing they've been photoknapped. :ninja:
Same. And I'm suck a geek I use IE, Opera, and Firefox. I'm pretty sure they haven't shown up for any of the three browsers.

[e_taylor]

Yah, I was thinking it was just me that couldn't see them. I could at first..... hmmm :S

[jhanic]

I'm using ATT/Yahoo and I saw them when they were first posted, but I don't see them now. Weird!

John

[e_taylor]

I really need to learn how to post pictures right into the thread anyways -- anyone have a link to a helpful guide by chance?

[e_taylor]

I reattached some of the photos (I was far too lazy to retake the pictures of the individual limitation pages). I see them as of right now, so hopefully they'll stick around for a while this time.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Here's a few things...nothing too impressive:

X-Men with SK writing a few pages,
Bernie Wrightson's new comic,
Spanish Drawing of the Three from Sterling. My wife found it for .75 cents. :)


Great stuff needful

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Nice editions Eric (the ones I can see)

[Matt]

I really need to learn how to post pictures right into the thread anyways -- anyone have a link to a helpful guide by chance?

Its all about the "hosting". You have a choice to use something like imageshack or photobucket...or you can upload them in our gallery and that "hosts" them.

Method where you can upload them from the actual post is what creates those thumbnails. Not the best way to do it.

This is a tutorial (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?t=447) that Jerome created to show how "hosting" can be done

[Cutter]

Now I can see the pictures, great stuff!

I finally got the new McSweeney, Issue 27, which is a fun little package, and I am excited that the King story is at 72 (I think?) pages. I didn’t realize it was going to be such a beefy story.

[jhanic]

I don't think "beefy" is quite the word I'd use to describe this story! :P

(You'll see what I mean when you read it!)

John

[CRinVA]

I don't think "beefy" is quite the word I'd use to describe this story! :P

(You'll see what I mean when you read it!)

John

I just finished this story about 5 minutes ago and your comment made me laugh big time John!

[Cutter]

I don't think "beefy" is quite the word I'd use to describe this story! :P

(You'll see what I mean when you read it!)

John

I just finished this story about 5 minutes ago and your comment made me laugh big time John!
OK now I gotta read this thing tonight. lol

[idlewarnings]

My new pride and joy is courtesy of the Haven Foundation drawing. I'm incredibly grateful to Matt and everyone at TDT.com. I'd especially like to thank EXPLORER for donating such a great prize.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2160/2535491775_96aee795b5.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3287/2535491781_5dab2ed422.jpg

[jhanic]

Very nice, Idle! A great prize!

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Nice prize Idle and big thanks to Explorer.

[Randall Flagg]

That is an very generous donation, and of course a wonderful prize. Congratulations.

[Cutter]

Nice prize Idle and big thanks to Explorer.

ditto, congrats!

[Matt]

I'm so glad it arrived safely idle. I hope you enjoy it. :couple:

[jhanic]

Edited.

John

[Cutter]

I just received a copy of the Duma Key manuscript with a hand-written note from King's secretary Marsha. It's massive!

John
Wow John, very nice! Congrats :thumbsup:

[carlosdetweiller]

I just received a copy of the Duma Key manuscript with a hand-written note from King's secretary Marsha. It's massive!

John

How did you manage that?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Great John. Well done.

[Ricky]

I just received a copy of the Duma Key manuscript with a hand-written note from King's secretary Marsha. It's massive!

John

How did you manage that?

Yes, John. Do tell. :shoot:

[Matt]

I'd sure like to know too--I didn't even get a thank you card. :lol:






I'm kidding of course, I didn't do it for that.

[Ricky]

If it would make you feel better about yourself Matt, I'll write you a thank-you card.

To: Matt Rayne
Fr. Haven Rep.

Dear Mr Rayne,

Thanks fo' the money that ya'll donated to our great lil' charity. It sho was nice of ya'll.

Keep dat money comin'!

Haven Rep.

[Matt]

:lol:

I got that one already Ricky.

[Ricky]

Really? I didn't think the Haven people were southerners with improper grammar. :lol:

I thought I was being original too. <_<

[Ari_Racing]

Today I received these:

- Colorado Kid illustrated by Glenn Chadbourne:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/525/100_4530.JPG

- Masques 2 HC:

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/525/100_4535.JPG

- The gunslinger born signed by Jae Lee (THANKS WIZ!!!)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/525/100_4532.JPG

and something I really love and can't stop looking at. The Wastelands with a remarque done by Ned Dameron.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/525/100_4536.JPG

[jhanic]

Very, very nice, Ari!

John

[Randall Flagg]

Absolutely stunning. Congratulations!!:excited:

[oy-the-brave]

A VERY nice remarque, congrats Ari :thumbsup:

[Fsmdr]

Beautiful!!. Really nice. Congrats, Ari!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Today I received these:
- Colorado Kid illustrated by Glenn Chadbourne:
- Masques 2 HC:
- The gunslinger born signed by Jae Lee (THANKS WIZ!!!)
and something I really love and can't stop looking at. The Wastelands with a remarque done by Ned Dameron.


Great stuff Ari. That remarque is something else. No wonder you can't stop looking.

[wizardsrainbow]

Ari-
Sweet!!!!!

[Darkthoughts]

Niiiiiice!!!

Although the Colorado Kid makes me feel a little sad - thats the edition I have that my son ripped three pages out of :cry:

[idlewarnings]

Very nice, Ari. Congrats!

[Cutter]

You are very persistent with getting those personalized books Ari. I don’t have a single one. I’m jealous. lol . Congrats, and a great remarque!

[Ari_Racing]

:) Thank you people!

[CRinVA]

No picture just yet but my newest edition is one of the few remaining first editions that I am after to complete my collection. In fair to maybe good condition (ex library copy) but looking beautiful in my bookcase, a First Edition Night Shift, purchased for $35.00!

[jhanic]

Bob, That's a GREAT price! Congratulations!

John

[Ari_Racing]

:) Congratulations!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Received my Marshroots Magazine (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/marshroots.jpg) today.

Also updated my collection with.......

Complete Masters of Darkness Signed Limited 79/345 (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/masters_1.jpg)
The New Lieutenant’s Rap (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/rap.jpg)
Green Mile Signed/Limited 81/148 (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/green_17.jpg)
Prime Evil UK Signed Limited 98/250 (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/prime_1.jpg)
Frankenstein: Modern Prometheus Signed Limited 421/500 (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/frank.jpg)
Dreamcatcher Facsimile Manuscript (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/dreammanuscript.jpg) and 2 x dreamcatchers (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/dreammanuscript_1.jpg)
Transgressions UK Hardback (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/transgress_3.jpg)
Dark Tower Complete Concordance Limited Art Print (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/dtcprint.jpg)
Stephen King: A Primary Bibliography (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/brooks.jpg)

[tippy4]

Damn....do you have a money tree growing in your backyard?

Seems like you have truckloads of stuff coming in every week!

Congrats!

I am jealous of your Frankenstein and NLR.

I just won a Dreamcatcher Manuscript...so I don't have to jealous of that one! :D

[carlosdetweiller]

Received my Marshroots Magazine (http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/marshroots.jpg) today.

Also updated my collection with.......


Lots of very nice stuff in there.

I am really impressed with Justin Brooks' new bibliography. I suppose it is not a book everyone would want but for me and the way I collect it is really quite excellent. I give it "four stars."

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I am really impressed with Justin Brooks' new bibliography. I suppose it is not a book everyone would want but for me and the way I collect it is really quite excellent. I give it "four stars."

Totally agree. Mine will be worn out soon.

I sent a list of 62 minor corrections/additions to Justin the other day and said he could confirm them through you if he wanted a second opinion.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Seems like you have truckloads of stuff coming in every week!


Some of you guys have a 20 year start on me. I've got a lot of catching up to do. :D

[jhanic]

I really have to start looking more heavily at my copy of the Primary Bibliography. I've only noticed two minor corrections, one of which I forwarded on to Justin.

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I really have to start looking more heavily at my copy of the Primary Bibliography. I've only noticed two minor corrections, one of which I forwarded on to Justin.

John

There are 2 in almost the first entry. Carrie UK HB has 224 pages, not the 240 as reported. Same with the Carrie UK PB, 189 pages against 192 reported.

[jhanic]

The only two I found (almost accidentally, actually) were the correct spacing of the ISBN number for Transylvania Station (which has King's introductory essay "The Strange Case of the Westlake Stationery" and the fact that he states the gift edition of Secretary of Dreams Vol. 1 was numbered when it is unnumbered.

John

[Cutter]

No picture just yet but my newest edition is one of the few remaining first editions that I am after to complete my collection. In fair to maybe good condition (ex library copy) but looking beautiful in my bookcase, a First Edition Night Shift, purchased for $35.00!
Congrats, that is awesome. I still don't have a first Night Shift because i can't find an affordable copy. A ex-lib copy at that price would be sweet. Congrats!

And congrats to Mr. Rabbit, that is an amazing haul. And they look to be in great shape!

[herbertwest]

I really have to start looking more heavily at my copy of the Primary Bibliography. I've only noticed two minor corrections, one of which I forwarded on to Justin.

John

There are 2 in almost the first entry. Carrie UK HB has 224 pages, not the 240 as reported. Same with the Carrie UK PB, 189 pages against 192 reported.


just a question... this sort of mistakes: are you purposely looking for mistakes or you are like.. "hmmm thats not the number of pages, i think"?


Congrats on all your acquisition, everyone

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

just a question... this sort of mistakes: are you purposely looking for mistakes or you are like.. "hmmm thats not the number of pages, i think"?


The author specifically asked for collectors to check things and send him any corrections.

[wizardsrainbow]

Mr. Rabbit....NICE HAUL!

I myself have not bought anything of consequence in months :cry: :cry: :cry:

[sentinel]

I agree and hefty applause to Justin for his hard work. I sent him a number
of entries a few years ago and I wasn't sure anything would ever come out of it. There are going to be errors, omissions, corrections that's part of the fun, it's a great source for my collection and will be a living document for years to come.

[EXPLORER]

I agree and hefty applause to Justin for his hard work. I sent him a number
of entries a few years ago and I wasn't sure anything would ever come out of it. There are going to be errors, omissions, corrections that's part of the fun, it's a great source for my collection and will be a living document for years to come.

Alway nice to have a reference to guide one in discovering all that the completist may be missing from thier collections as well as great for others to know of items they may happen upon by being in right place at right time with the right knowledge....
I love when fate brings me to unique items to add to my collection.

[Ari_Racing]

Received today:

Mark Geyer's print for The Green Mile. Signed in pencil by him.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/534/100_4538.JPG

Really nice! :)

[herbertwest]

just a question... this sort of mistakes: are you purposely looking for mistakes or you are like.. "hmmm thats not the number of pages, i think"?


The author specifically asked for collectors to check things and send him any corrections.

i 've recieved the book (and chapbooks) in France, but will not being able to see it before couple of weeks.... :arg:
with all that you spotted, you would deserve a prize :cool:


Really nice Ari! the only thing IMO is the pencil sig... you'll have to be careful that it doesnt get erased...

[The Lady of Shadows]

**squee**

i just ordered the rose madder proof from hutch!!!!!!

i'm so excited i can hardly sit still. i can't wait, i can't wait, i can't wait. it's going to go so well with my first edition. :excited:

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Nice print Ari.
Congrats on the RM proof Turtle.

[NeedfulKings]

VERY nice stuff, everyone! :)

[Cutter]

nice print Ari, that's the best one he did for the Green Mile, The Chair. :thumbsup:

This is a new art book by Centipede Press. Artists Inspired by Lovecraft. As you guys know from ‘Salem’s Lot he makes huge books, and this is no exception. It was measured at 17 pounds and the traycase is over a foot wide, and a foot and a half tall. It’s a beast. It also comes with a folder of art prints.

Btw, I usually don’t care for novels to be oversized, but artwork I don’t mind. But, there is no way to read this book, except on a table. lol


http://www.gusfromcbus.com/authorpages/publishers/centipedemillipede/imagesartwork/alovecraftretrospective_im2.gif

[carlosdetweiller]

This is a new art book by Centipede Press. Artists Inspired by Lovecraft. As you guys know from ‘Salem’s Lot he makes huge books, and this is no exception. It was measured at 17 pounds and the traycase is over a foot wide, and a foot and a half tall. It’s a beast. It also comes with a folder of art prints.

Btw, I usually don’t care for novels to be oversized, but artwork I don’t mind. But, there is no way to read this book, except on a table. lol


I tried to sit on the floor with the book in my lap but it is too big and heavy even for that. I've never seen anything like it. I love the book but gosh, it is big.

[oy-the-brave]

nice print Ari, that's the best one he did for the Green Mile, The Chair. :thumbsup:

This is a new art book by Centipede Press. Artists Inspired by Lovecraft. As you guys know from ‘Salem’s Lot he makes huge books, and this is no exception. It was measured at 17 pounds and the traycase is over a foot wide, and a foot and a half tall. It’s a beast. It also comes with a folder of art prints.

Btw, I usually don’t care for novels to be oversized, but artwork I don’t mind. But, there is no way to read this book, except on a table. lol


http://www.gusfromcbus.com/authorpages/publishers/centipedemillipede/imagesartwork/alovecraftretrospective_im2.gif



Man it looks spectacular, love the cover :thumbsup:

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

It looks fantastic. Congrats.

[artan]

some of my new books:

JK Potter "Skeleton crew" --- I love this artwork ---:thumbsup:

http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/7583/imgp3823vl8.jpg http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/5584/imgp3822jn6.jpg

"The Tom Gordon POP" :cool:
http://img393.imageshack.us/img393/1748/popupkf4.jpg

Bare Bones (PC Copy) and CreepShow
http://img115.imageshack.us/img115/5613/bbrl2.jpg http://img393.imageshack.us/img393/1444/creapzy5.jpg

[Cutter]

I tried to sit on the floor with the book in my lap but it is too big and heavy even for that. I've never seen anything like it. I love the book but gosh, it is big.

Yea, like I said you have to be at a table to read this. There's no way you can hold the book, as it's just too bug.

That's some good stuff there Artan, congrats!

btw, I need to get one of those Skeleton Crew portfolios one of these days.

[artan]

Thanks gguthrie,

Your new "little" Centipede Press has a wonderful cover, "Great"... as much as his size! :D

--------------------------------

This week I have finished to read "Heart shaped box", and this is the Italian 1st trade edition.

Have you ever seen the Italian Cover?

http://img75.imageshack.us/img75/1803/heartmv0.jpg

PS: I read Joe Hill for the first time, He is a good writer and this is a very beautiful book...a wonderful surprise

[wizardsrainbow]

Artan-

Those are nice items. Congrats!

[Fsmdr]

I was so impressed with guthrie's Centipede Press book I decided to order one since I found a slipcased edition for a good price. Thanks for posting it.

[The Lady of Shadows]

boy, i wish the title had room for that seven times.

anyway, i got my proof of rose madder and it is beautiful and glorious and wonderful and sparkly and shiny and . . .

well, okay not sparkly and shiny but it is everything else. and as soon as i can convince the digital camera that it will obey me i will post a pic.

:excited: :nana: :rock: :excited: :thumbsup: :) :dance:

[wizardsrainbow]

boy, i wish the title had room for that seven times.

anyway, i got my proof of rose madder and it is beautiful and glorious and wonderful and sparkly and shiny and . . .

well, okay not sparkly and shiny but it is everything else. and as soon as i can convince the digital camera that it will obey me i will post a pic.

:excited: :nana: :rock: :excited: :thumbsup: :) :dance:

Congrats turtle on your acquisition. I know that feeling really really well. It's sweet and you hope it lasts forever.

[Cutter]

I was so impressed with guthrie's Centipede Press book I decided to order one since I found a slipcased edition for a good price. Thanks for posting it.
no problem, lol, it is tempting isn't it?

Anyway, you'll like it a lot!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

and it is beautiful and glorious and wonderful and sparkly and shiny and . . .


You like it then? Congratulations turtle.

[Fsmdr]

Looking forward to your picture, Turtle : )

[jhanic]

Edited.

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Looking forward to your picture, Turtle : )

Congrats Fsmdr on the Rainy Season print. I was keeping an eye on it.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I just received two more F&Gs--Grant's Christine and Grant's s/l Song of Susannah. The Song of Susannah includes a signed but unnumbered limitation page and all the interior illustrations.

John

That's a fine pair John. Congrats.

[Fsmdr]

Looking forward to your picture, Turtle : )

Congrats Fsmdr on the Rainy Season print. I was keeping an eye on it.


Thanks, Mr rabbit. Been looking for one for years. Tinah on ebay had one listed (not sure if it sold now) but I'm glad I found one locally.

John, I have a mind to send you a camera so that you can post a picture of those F&G's for us. Congrats on those.

[wizardsrainbow]

I just received two more F&Gs--Grant's Christine and Grant's s/l Song of Susannah. The Song of Susannah includes a signed but unnumbered limitation page and all the interior illustrations.

John

Very very nice John. Congrats!

[Cutter]

I just received two more F&Gs--Grant's Christine and Grant's s/l Song of Susannah. The Song of Susannah includes a signed but unnumbered limitation page and all the interior illustrations.

John
Congrats John, impressive!

[carlosdetweiller]

Looking forward to your picture, Turtle : )

Congrats Fsmdr on the Rainy Season print. I was keeping an eye on it.


Thanks, Mr rabbit. Been looking for one for years. Tinah on ebay had one listed (not sure if it sold now) but I'm glad I found one locally.



I didn't think that auction would last long. Congrats on the Rainy Season!

[Pasiuk57]

John
awesome!!!

[natehorning]

I just received two more F&Gs--Grant's Christine and Grant's s/l Song of Susannah. The Song of Susannah includes a signed but unnumbered limitation page and all the interior illustrations.

John

Has your interest in these risen recently or have a bunch coincidentally hit the market? Either way, congratulations. Those are great purchases.


Nate

[Pasiuk57]

I recently won:
The only Bag of Bones Proof missing from my collection-the extremely rare green edition. The holograph and gray edition were already in my collection.
The Monkey pre production long proof for the Book of Horrors
Christmas Card signed by Stephen King and wife Tabby
Danse Macabre signed to "Michael"
The Market Guide for Young Writers 5th Edition (THANKS Stu!!)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

That's a great haul of goodies Mike. Congratulations.

[wizardsrainbow]

Mike-
Those are all fine additions to your ever-expanding collection. Congrats.

[jhanic]

Very nice, Mike. Congratulations!

John

[carlosdetweiller]

I recently won:

The Market Guide for Young Writers 5th Edition (THANKS Stu!!)

You really started something with your bid on the copy from Cemetery Dance. This is the second or third one of these on eBay where you have given the seller lofty expectations.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Scarce-THE-HOTEL-AT-THE-END-OF-THE-ROAD-Stephen-King_W0QQitemZ120274917042QQihZ002QQcategoryZ29223 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I recently won:

The Market Guide for Young Writers 5th Edition (THANKS Stu!!)

You really started something with your bid on the copy from Cemetery Dance. This is the second or third one of these on eBay where you have given the seller lofty expectations.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Scarce-THE-HOTEL-AT-THE-END-OF-THE-ROAD-Stephen-King_W0QQitemZ120274917042QQihZ002QQcategoryZ29223 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

At that price I would want the People, Places and Things version. :nope:

[Cutter]

A very good haul Mike, congrats!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

UK On Writing 1st/1st with proof DJ (shown next to normal 1st/1st)
Superfast service. I only ordered this yesterday.

http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/3993/writingsp7.jpg

[jhanic]

Very nice, Mr. Rabbit!!

John

[funky dredd]

Very Nice! :)

[herbertwest]

UK On Writing 1st/1st with proof DJ (shown next to normal 1st/1st)
Superfast service. I only ordered this yesterday.

http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/3993/writingsp7.jpg

they are both differents right?
cf, the bottom color (green/blue)

[jhanic]

And the picture coming out of the typewriter is different.

John

[NeedfulKings]

I'd never come across this. It's an International Signet paperback. It's pretty much a tiny replica of the Plume edition. Cool, and worth the .99 I paid. :)

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i2/bookking/dt_com/fri021.jpg

[herbertwest]

recieved:
some articles of SK published in french mags (a text about the 9/11, and the Hannibal review published in the New York Times), some french books of Steve

and a lot of books and mags with stories of another author... as i plann to write a book...

[herbertwest]

btw, did you guys knew that "donald duck and friends 335" (2003) do include a spoof of Shining?
a spoof of the whole novel.
it have then be published in the german edition of donald duck (2004), and dutch edition (2005).

i have both a german and an american copy on my way home :-)

[Ari_Racing]

I received the dutch edition one or two years ago. really cool comic :)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Congrats Needful and Herb.

[herbertwest]

recently purchased:
- hardcover collection of comics based on Terry Pratchett (for a pal), got from the airport of Edinburgh

[Ricky]

I've had these for a week but I haven't posted pictures until now:

http://i32.tinypic.com/21o51u.jpg

[artan]

herbertwest and Ricky, very nice, Congrats!!!

[carlosdetweiller]

I know none of you guys like anthologies but I thought this was pretty cool. THE DARK DESCENT was a massive anthology published in 1987. Virtually every horror writer of note whether living or dead had an entry. King, himself, had three stories in this book.

Here is a copy signed by several notable writers. I think I can make out all of the signatures but if I have one wrong I hope someone will correct me.

Ramsey Campbell, Clive Barker, Dennis Etchison, Charles L. Grant, Richard Matheson, Stephen King, Ray Bradbury and Harlan Ellison.

I've not seen another copy of this book with as many notable signatures.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/darkdescent.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/darkdescentsigs.jpg

[Cutter]

Ramsey Campbell, Dennis Etchison, Charles L. Grant, Richard Matheson, Stephen King, Ray Bradbury.

I can confirm these with sigs I have, and all look legit and are who you think they are. Obviously all are very clearly stated, but Campbell would be the only question, and it's Ramsey.

very nice Bob, I love the number of sigs!

[artan]

Wow, really nice book and beautiful signatures, Congrats!

I like anthologies too (the signed anthologies more :lol:)

Note: I can confirm only Ray Bradbury and of course King. :blush:

[Room 217 Caretaker]

I know none of you guys like anthologies but I thought this was pretty cool. THE DARK DESCENT was a massive anthology published in 1987. Virtually every horror writer of note whether living or dead had an entry. King, himself, had three stories in this book.

Here is a copy signed by several notable writers. I think I can make out all of the signatures but if I have one wrong I hope someone will correct me.

Ramsey Campbell, Clive Barker, Dennis Etchison, Charles L. Grant, Richard Matheson, Stephen King, Ray Bradbury and Harlan Ellison.

I've not seen another copy of this book with as many notable signatures.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/darkdescent.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/darkdescentsigs.jpg

I LOVE ANTHOLOGIES. Very nice book my friend. Having Charles L. Grant signature is just as powerful as Kings sig in that book.:drool: oop's almost created an electrical short in my laptop by drooling on it.

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[jhanic]

I like anthologies too. A nice acquisition, Bob.

John

[carlosdetweiller]

I LOVE ANTHOLOGIES. Very nice book my friend. Having Charles L. Grant signature is just as powerful as Kings sig in that book.:drool: oop's almost created an electrical short in my laptop by drooling on it.

Mulleins


Thanks Geoff, Artan, John and Mulleins!

Mulleins, why do you feel so strongly about Charles L. Grant? Is he a favorite of yours? I realize he is fairly recently deceased but was his signature a hard one to obtain before his death?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

My copy is only signed by the editor David Hartwell.

I was going to buy the one one sale at Betts, but never got round to it. There are several signatures, but it does not list them all.

Dark Descent Tor 1987 US - 1st HB Contains several stories. Signed by King, Barker, Bradbury, Grant, Etchison and others. Signed Fine

[Brice]

I love anthologies and that is a great one Bob. I actually collect anthologies (with or without King) simply because I love short stories. Of course signed the book is even nicer.

[carlosdetweiller]

My copy is only signed by the editor David Hartwell.

I was going to buy the one one sale at Betts, but never got round to it. There are several signatures, but it does not list them all.

Dark Descent Tor 1987 US - 1st HB Contains several stories. Signed by King, Barker, Bradbury, Grant, Etchison and others. Signed Fine

That's the one I bought. It is from Chris Cavalier's collection.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

That's the one I bought. It is from Chris Cavalier's collection.

Nice. Whoever collected the signatures made a good job of it. They got the best ones.

Typical Stu, he still has it up for sale. He takes ages to update things from Chris's collection.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

I LOVE ANTHOLOGIES. Very nice book my friend. Having Charles L. Grant signature is just as powerful as Kings sig in that book.:drool: oop's almost created an electrical short in my laptop by drooling on it.

Mulleins


Thanks Geoff, Artan, John and Mulleins!

Mulleins, why do you feel so strongly about Charles L. Grant? Is he a favorite of yours? I realize he is fairly recently deceased but was his signature a hard one to obtain before his death?

A personal favorite :)

I've enjoyed his work for sometime.

I can remember going to bed and turning off the light so Mom would think I'm asleep. Pull out a flashlight and a copy of Shadows...pull the covers over my head for an evening of pure enjoyment.

My Dad came in one night and caught me. His only advice, "be careful son, you could go blind doing that" not sure if he really new what I was doing :P

Memories of growing up. I love it. Thanks Charles L. Grant

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I can remember going to bed and turning off the light so Mom would think I'm asleep. Pull out a flashlight and a copy of Shadows...pull the covers over my head for an evening of pure enjoyment. I was 34 at the time

:unsure:

[Cutter]

lol :lol:

[Room 217 Caretaker]

I can remember going to bed and turning off the light so Mom would think I'm asleep. Pull out a flashlight and a copy of Shadows...pull the covers over my head for an evening of pure enjoyment. I was 34 at the time

:unsure:

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

NO.....I was 11 at the time. Nice try Rabbit Trick.

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Got these today. Set of 10 B&W Frankenstein Postcards by Bernie Wrightson.

http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/postcards.jpg

[jhanic]

Very nice, Mr. Rabbit! I haven't seen many of those.

John

[carlosdetweiller]

Got these today. Set of 10 B&W Frankenstein Postcards by Bernie Wrightson.


Those look nice. I have not seen them before. Wrightson's work on the Frankenstein illustrations is the best of his career, IMO.

[herbertwest]

from what i know there are also some sets of 45 trading cards available somewhere...

[Scoogs]

Speaking of Wrightson's work on Frankenstein, has there been any progress on the new edition?

[herbertwest]

i've seen that they published again the book, but i bet that there is nothing new about the 25 years old ed... (which will turn in 30yo)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Got these 2.

http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/sins.jpg

http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/u21nightmares.jpg

I remember why I didn't collect Proofs. I hate paperbacks.

[Cutter]

Nice grabs Alan. :clap:

I actually didn't even know about the Lawrence Block one until a few months ago. I believe that's a Dark Harvest Book? If so I need to pick that one up.

[jhanic]

Yeah, it was a publication of Dark Harvest. According to Beahm's Collectibles, there were 400 signed numbered copies issued in slipcase. A trade edition was also published. King's introduction is entitled "No cats: an appreciation of Lawrence Block and Matthew Scudder".

John

[wizardsrainbow]

Finally! I just grabbed something that had been on eBay less than an hour:

Stephen King signed copy of Dark Forces (unrevised Proof). Also signed by Etchison and "others" according to the listing.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110265532491&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:US:1123



http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/519/Dark_Forces.jpg

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/519/Dark_Forces_signed.jpg

[jhanic]

Very nice, David. I paid quite a bit more for mine!

John

[wizardsrainbow]

Thanks John. Praise coming from you on a proof is indeed a "warm and fuzzy"
That is perhaps the first time that I lucked upon an ebay item just minutes after it was posted and was the first to grab it up.

[Fsmdr]

The Seller has 3 copies of the same ARC signed by King??

Congrats, David.

[Brice]

That's a really nice book David!

[jhanic]

The auction for the third copy has been ended. I think they only had the two.

John

[carlosdetweiller]

Finally! I just grabbed something that had been on eBay less than an hour:

Stephen King signed copy of Dark Forces (unrevised Proof). Also signed by Etchison and "others" according to the listing.


It looks like a great book at a great price! It will be interesting to see who else signed the book. Sort of like opening a present at Christmas.....paging through the book looking for signatures.

[oy-the-brave]

I just got this book, another addition to my Poppy Z Brite collection, Embrace the Mutation by J K Potter. It features different authors (including Poppy) writing a story based on a piece of J K Potter art. It's signed by 14 contributors and has an original J K Potter drawing on the title page. Plus I got it for a great price :excited:

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

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations David and Oy.
I LOVE JK POTTER's artwork (I have the book Horripilations and was one of the best purchases I made) and I knew about that book but never paid the attention it deserved. May I ask where did you bought it and how much did it cost?
The cover artwork is the same one of the cover artwork of Cradle of Filth's Midian album

[oy-the-brave]

Congratulations David and Oy.
I LOVE JK POTTER's artwork (I have the book Horripilations and was one of the best purchases I made) and I knew about that book but never paid the attention it deserved. May I ask where did you bought it and how much did it cost?
The cover artwork is the same one of the cover artwork of Cradle of Filth's Midian album

I got it off ebay for 110.00 (going price seems to be 100.00 for the s/l without an original drawing). The seller has listed another one and upped the price to 175.00 (I don't like the drawing in it as well as the one in mine).

http://cgi.ebay.com/JK-POTTER-EMBRACE-THE-MUTATION-SIGNED-LIMITED-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ360064393420QQihZ023QQcategoryZ37 7QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[e_taylor]

Congratulations David and Oy.
I LOVE JK POTTER's artwork (I have the book Horripilations and was one of the best purchases I made) and I knew about that book but never paid the attention it deserved. May I ask where did you bought it and how much did it cost?
The cover artwork is the same one of the cover artwork of Cradle of Filth's Midian album

I got it off ebay for 110.00 (going price seems to be 100.00 for the s/l without an original drawing). The seller has listed another one and upped the price to 175.00 (I don't like the drawing in it as well as the one in mine).

http://cgi.ebay.com/JK-POTTER-EMBRACE-THE-MUTATION-SIGNED-LIMITED-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ360064393420QQihZ023QQcategoryZ37 7QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Its a beautiful book, I recently got one of the unnumbered artists copies (still signed by all contributors), with an amazing sketch, I'll go take a picture and post a picture. $89.95 from Horror Mall if anyone is looking for a copy of the limited ed.

And just to whore my dtbay listing.... I have a copy of the trade edition signed by Potter, Sheehan, Schafer and (I just realized today) John Crowley, WITH a picture disc vinyl LP of the aforementioned Midian by Cradle of Filth.:thumbsup:

[e_taylor]

And here it is.....

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/7679/picture003av1.jpg

Also, a correction, they are $79.95 from Horror Mall, and they come with the chapbook that accompanied the book - not sure if all the ones on eBay do or not.

[shibus]

Finally! I just grabbed something that had been on eBay less than an hour:

Stephen King signed copy of Dark Forces (unrevised Proof). Also signed by Etchison and "others" according to the listing.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110265532491&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:US:1123






Hey David,

You beat me by 13 minutes. I actually won the second of the three he had listed and he had to pass the bad news to me that someone else had already won the only copy he had. It was a Listing error on his part. I was disappointed to say the least. But losing it to you takes some of the sting out of it. Plus, He made it up to me by giving me a deal on some other books. A very sweet deal. Glad you got it buddy. It's a nice piece.

[oy-the-brave]

And here it is.....

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/7679/picture003av1.jpg

Also, a correction, they are $79.95 from Horror Mall, and they come with the chapbook that accompanied the book - not sure if all the ones on eBay do or not.

Well I thought I got a good deal :orely: I got the same thing Horror Mall is selling for 79.95 the only thing I can say is I like that I got a drawing I liked rather than not seeing the drawing before I bought it.

By the way it was your DTbay listing that reminded me I did not have a copy, so thanks :) .

P.S. I like your drawing, MUCH better than the new one on ebay.

[e_taylor]

And here it is.....

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/7679/picture003av1.jpg

Also, a correction, they are $79.95 from Horror Mall, and they come with the chapbook that accompanied the book - not sure if all the ones on eBay do or not.

Well I thought I got a good deal :orely: I got the same thing Horror Mall is selling for 79.95 the only thing I can say is I like that I got a drawing I liked rather than not seeing the drawing before I bought it.

By the way it was your DTbay listing that reminded me I did not have a copy, so thanks :) .

P.S. I like your drawing, MUCH better than the new one on ebay.

Yah, I was only interested in upgrading my trade copy to the limited, and having an original Potter sketch, so I liked the idea of the surprise - although $30 extra for a sketch you know you'll love definitely isn't the end of the world!

[wizardsrainbow]

Finally! I just grabbed something that had been on eBay less than an hour:

Stephen King signed copy of Dark Forces (unrevised Proof). Also signed by Etchison and "others" according to the listing.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110265532491&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:US:1123






Hey David,

You beat me by 13 minutes. I actually won the second of the three he had listed and he had to pass the bad news to me that someone else had already won the only copy he had. It was a Listing error on his part. I was disappointed to say the least. But losing it to you takes some of the sting out of it. Plus, He made it up to me by giving me a deal on some other books. A very sweet deal. Glad you got it buddy. It's a nice piece.

Thanks Greg. I can't tell you how many times you or Hutch got there before me. :pullhair: :lol: Glad things worked out for you in the end though.

[herbertwest]

just recieved:
- scarce french newspaper with extract of On Writing & another one with an essay about the 9/11... (apparently published in the New York Times, 20/09/2001)

and a scarce newspaper with a short story of another author, on which i am preparing a book :-)

[wizardsrainbow]

Oy and Eric - very nice and congrats

Well, I just purchased this: signed Clive Barker Weaveworld with sketch

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/519/Weaveworld_Art.jpg

[carlosdetweiller]

Well, I just purchased this: signed Clive Barker Weaveworld with sketch



Nice book, especially with the drawing.

I'm pretty mixed on Barker's writing. I loved the BOOKS OF BLOOD, COLDHEART CANYON and THE DAMNATION GAME. I liked WEAVEWORLD pretty well too. I have hated some of the other books and have started quite a few and not finished them. I have not yet read his latest, MR. B. GONE.

Do you like his writing, David?

[wizardsrainbow]

Well, I just purchased this: signed Clive Barker Weaveworld with sketch



Nice book, especially with the drawing.

I'm pretty mixed on Barker's writing. I loved the BOOKS OF BLOOD, COLDHEART CANYON and THE DAMNATION GAME. I liked WEAVEWORLD pretty well too. I have hated some of the other books and have started quite a few and not finished them. I have not yet read his latest, MR. B. GONE.

Do you like his writing, David?

Bob-
His earlier stuff yes, but truthfully, I have not read anything by him in the past 5-7 years. I liked Weaveworld, Great & Secret Show, Everville. I think Cabal was the last book I read by him. Am a bit embarrassed that I have not read the Books of Blood...I know they are considered some of his best work (by some critics anyway).

[Brice]

Well, I just purchased this: signed Clive Barker Weaveworld with sketch



Nice book, especially with the drawing.

I'm pretty mixed on Barker's writing. I loved the BOOKS OF BLOOD, COLDHEART CANYON and THE DAMNATION GAME. I liked WEAVEWORLD pretty well too. I have hated some of the other books and have started quite a few and not finished them. I have not yet read his latest, MR. B. GONE.

Do you like his writing, David?

Mr. B. GONE is close to his earlier writing I think. It is unusual though in that it's a horror book written in second person. I haven't seen to many horror stories use that.



Bob-
His earlier stuff yes, but truthfully, I have not read anything by him in the past 5-7 years. I liked Weaveworld, Great & Secret Show, Everville. I think Cabal was the last book I read by him. Am a bit embarrassed that I have not read the Books of Blood...I know they are considered some of his best work (by some critics anyway).


You really should David. They are IMO his best writing.

I like that Weaveworld alot. I used to have a couple of his S/L books with sketches in them.

[wizardsrainbow]

Brice-

Maybe I will pick up the Books of Blood. Thanks for the recommendation.

What happened to your S/L's with sketches? Sell them?

Side note: I approve of your Avatar and :cry: regarding George Carlin. I have loved his stuff over the years, ever since I bought the vinyl Toledo Window Box back in the '70s.

[Brice]

Yeah, I had to sell them during hard times. This was quite awhile back before I'd even discovered .net.

And Carlin was great! :D He was always one of my favorite comedians.

[Calla_Wolf]

To everyone on this page with new purchases - congrats. Some really cool stuff there......but the "bargain" prize goes to Wiz IMO - great purchase matey

[Cutter]

And here it is.....
Also, a correction, they are $79.95 from Horror Mall, and they come with the chapbook that accompanied the book - not sure if all the ones on eBay do or not.
Actually one of these is mine on consignment. It's "as new", never been read and it has the bonus chapbook. This one I had trouble parting with. It is nice.