Stephen King Collecting Questions

[Randall Flagg]

Thoughts? Said publisher has offered refunds in that cases where the customer is unhappy, but dammit, I still want the book. I just feel that there should be some method of control or reparations made in such cases.

Perhaps I misunderstand, but you mention reparations as though there are damages that you have suffered. If the publisher offers a refund, IMO you have not been harmed. Granted the practice is distasteful, and could/should be discussed publicly and will influence a person as to whether or not to patronize a business, but the word "reparations" connotes a crime.

In jurisprudence, reparation is replenishment of a previously inflicted loss by the criminal to the victim. Monetary restitution is a common form of reparation.

[carlosdetweiller]

Thoughts? Said publisher has offered refunds in that cases where the customer is unhappy, but dammit, I still want the book. I just feel that there should be some method of control or reparations made in such cases.

Perhaps I misunderstand, but you mention reparations as though there are damages that you have suffered. If the publisher offers a refund, IMO you have not been harmed. Granted the practice is distasteful, and could/should be discussed publicly and will influence a person as to whether or not to patronize a business, but the word "reparations" connotes a crime.

In jurisprudence, reparation is replenishment of a previously inflicted loss by the criminal to the victim. Monetary restitution is a common form of reparation.

Hold on there, pardner! We play fast and loose with definitions on this here website. If he wants to use the word reparations in that manner who are we to correct him? I mean fluid and ever evolving language and all.

[Merlin1958]

Thoughts? Said publisher has offered refunds in that cases where the customer is unhappy, but dammit, I still want the book. I just feel that there should be some method of control or reparations made in such cases.

Perhaps I misunderstand, but you mention reparations as though there are damages that you have suffered. If the publisher offers a refund, IMO you have not been harmed. Granted the practice is distasteful, and could/should be discussed publicly and will influence a person as to whether or not to patronize a business, but the word "reparations" connotes a crime.

In jurisprudence, reparation is replenishment of a previously inflicted loss by the criminal to the victim. Monetary restitution is a common form of reparation.

Hold on there, pardner! We play fast and loose with definitions on this here website. If he wants to use the word reparations in that manner who are we to correct him? I mean fluid and ever evolving language and all.

LOL It's not Jerome. It's the "Library Cop" from "Sienfeld" impersonating him!!! LOL

[e_taylor]

Thoughts? Said publisher has offered refunds in that cases where the customer is unhappy, but dammit, I still want the book. I just feel that there should be some method of control or reparations made in such cases.

Perhaps I misunderstand, but you mention reparations as though there are damages that you have suffered. If the publisher offers a refund, IMO you have not been harmed. Granted the practice is distasteful, and could/should be discussed publicly and will influence a person as to whether or not to patronize a business, but the word "reparations" connotes a crime.

In jurisprudence, reparation is replenishment of a previously inflicted loss by the criminal to the victim. Monetary restitution is a common form of reparation.

Hold on there, pardner! We play fast and loose with definitions on this here website. If he wants to use the word reparations in that manner who are we to correct him? I mean fluid and ever evolving language and all.

haha the improper use of "remarque" really irks you doesn't it Bob?

[Merlin1958]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9tP9fI2zbE

It's GOLD, Jerry!!!! Gold!!!!


LOL LOL

[thegreattim]

Thoughts? Said publisher has offered refunds in that cases where the customer is unhappy, but dammit, I still want the book. I just feel that there should be some method of control or reparations made in such cases.

Perhaps I misunderstand, but you mention reparations as though there are damages that you have suffered. If the publisher offers a refund, IMO you have not been harmed. Granted the practice is distasteful, and could/should be discussed publicly and will influence a person as to whether or not to patronize a business, but the word "reparations" connotes a crime.

In jurisprudence, reparation is replenishment of a previously inflicted loss by the criminal to the victim. Monetary restitution is a common form of reparation.

Fair enough. I did not mean to imply a crime had taken place. In the use of the word, I was thinking of the "inflicted loss" being the decreased secondary market price of a book with 150 or 200 more collectors who own it. And while I do not collect for financial gain, we all know - if not approve - scarcity alone does impart some value. So by producing more copies than originally advertised, the collector has indeed been "inflicted a loss", if not in the criminal sense. In this case, I feel a small "monetary restitution" would be appropriate.

Like you mentioned, though, they always offer refunds, which keeps it from becoming a legal matter. Otherwise they could easily be accused of false advertising or misrepresentation of a product. Still, I maintain my belief in the original intent (if not the dictionary definition) of my statement.

[Randall Flagg]

I meant that a 100% refund would be fair and just-provided you cancel the order. I agree that upping the production numbers can seem unsavory. There is nothing wrong with asking for some form of compensation-partial refund, credit for future etc.

[thegreattim]

I meant that a 100% refund would be fair and just-provided you cancel the order.

And I also agree with that. Even if it is not a desired outcome.

[Rahfa]

I meant that a 100% refund would be fair and just-provided you cancel the order.

And I also agree with that. Even if it is not a desired outcome.

I agree that the RIGHT thing to do is give you some sort of rebate...but they're under no obligation too, obviously. I dunno what I'd do - be annoyed, yes, but I'm not sure I'd be too much beyond that if I wanted the book. You ARE getting something new, with the novella, so look at it that way.

If you want the book, I'd just let it ride....the reality is the secondary market is probably not going to be significantly affected anyway.

[thegreattim]

I agree that the RIGHT thing to do is give you some sort of rebate...but they're under no obligation too, obviously. I dunno what I'd do - be annoyed, yes, but I'm not sure I'd be too much beyond that if I wanted the book. You ARE getting something new, with the novella, so look at it that way.

If you want the book, I'd just let it ride....the reality is the secondary market is probably not going to be significantly affected anyway.

Well, in most cases (I didn't get the McCammon book) you don't get anything new or extra. But yeah, you are absolutely right about the effect on secondary market prices not noticeably changing. I don't even collect for value anyway. It's not like I buy two and hope to sell one.

Hell, maybe I'm making a big deal out of nothing. It just FEELS like something that should annoy me. Even if it realistically makes no difference in the long run.

[e_taylor]

I agree that the RIGHT thing to do is give you some sort of rebate...but they're under no obligation too, obviously. I dunno what I'd do - be annoyed, yes, but I'm not sure I'd be too much beyond that if I wanted the book. You ARE getting something new, with the novella, so look at it that way.

If you want the book, I'd just let it ride....the reality is the secondary market is probably not going to be significantly affected anyway.

Well, in most cases (I didn't get the McCammon book) you don't get anything new or extra. But yeah, you are absolutely right about the effect on secondary market prices not noticeably changing. I don't even collect for value anyway. It's not like I buy two and hope to sell one.

Hell, maybe I'm making a big deal out of nothing. It just FEELS like something that should annoy me. Even if it realistically makes no difference in the long run.

Well if you order a book that is a limited edition of only 200 copies, but by the time your book is delivered it is a limited edition of only 400 copies, I'd call that a bait and switch.

[Merlin1958]

I agree that the RIGHT thing to do is give you some sort of rebate...but they're under no obligation too, obviously. I dunno what I'd do - be annoyed, yes, but I'm not sure I'd be too much beyond that if I wanted the book. You ARE getting something new, with the novella, so look at it that way.

If you want the book, I'd just let it ride....the reality is the secondary market is probably not going to be significantly affected anyway.

Well, in most cases (I didn't get the McCammon book) you don't get anything new or extra. But yeah, you are absolutely right about the effect on secondary market prices not noticeably changing. I don't even collect for value anyway. It's not like I buy two and hope to sell one.

Hell, maybe I'm making a big deal out of nothing. It just FEELS like something that should annoy me. Even if it realistically makes no difference in the long run.

I understand your feelings completely. These small presses seem to be immune to normal business practices and ethics and its maddening. Bait & switch pretty much sums it up. I don't understand how they can get away with it. Because they just prey on collectors. It's like "Shut up, you'll eat what I feed you and like it"!!! LOL LOL

[namelessnpoor]

What would you all say a copy of this book is worth? I would like to have a copy, just to have it. The price this person wants seems quite high though in my opinion. Its not asif its signed or anything and its a paperback.
Thanks
Rusty

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Yeah i just realized I never posted the link !!! Sorry !

[jhanic]

Which book are you talking about, Rusty?

John

[namelessnpoor]

Which book are you talking about, Rusty?

John

I forgot to put the link in John ! Sorry, i just added it in !

[thegreattim]

I have no idea of it's value, having never seen one sold elsewhere, but while it might be neat to own... Like you say, it's a trade paperback, probably an umpety-umpth printing, with a sticker on the inside cover.

Not a lot (at least in my opinion) to recommend a price that high.

[jhanic]

I agree. It seems way over-priced.

John

[herbertwest]

Never heard about this one

[mikeC]

Hello, I couldn't find this anywhere so I thought I would ask here.
Does anyone know who did the painting for the red cover Long Walk and if it exists anywhere? It's always been one of my favorites.
Thanks

[Patrick]

Hello, I couldn't find this anywhere so I thought I would ask here.
Does anyone know who did the painting for the red cover Long Walk and if it exists anywhere? It's always been one of my favorites.
Thanks

Excellent question! I look forward to the answer.

For the convenience of anyone who wants to see it again:
The Long Walk cover

[Randall Flagg]

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[lordmerchant]

Sorry if a similar thread exists, just been taking inventory of my little king library and wondered if anybody has or knows of a resource that displays kings works in alphabetical order - a google search has yielded poor results.

Thanks
Rob

[lordmerchant]

sorry to waste time, found just the ticket on his official page (seems obvious now)

[biomieg]

Check the 'King Collectibles' subforum on this very site it contains all trade and limited editions in alphabetical order: http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/...ex+Quick+Links

[Randall Flagg]

A Life In The Cinema - Lettered Artist Presentation Copy
A Life In The Cinema - S/L

Bachman Books, The - Trade HC
Bag of Bones - Trade HC
Bag of Bones- S/L UK
Best of Cemetery Dance, The - S/L
Black House - S/L
Black House - Trade HC
Black House / The Talisman - S/L Gift
Blaze - Trade HC
Blockade Billy - Trade HC
Book of the Dead - S/L PC
Borderlands 5 - Lettered
Borderlands 5 - S/L

Carrie - Trade HC
Cell - Trade HC
Christine - S/L
Christine - Trade HC
Colorado Kid, The - AE Chadbourne Miller Potter
Colorado Kid, The - S/L Chadbourne
Colorado Kid, The - S/L Miller
Colorado Kid, The - S/L Potter
Colorado Kid, The - S/L Traycase Chadbourne
Colorado Kid, The - S/L Traycase Miller
Colorado Kid, The - S/L Traycase Potter
Colorado Kid, The - Trade HC
Colorado Kid, The - Trade PB
Complete Masters of Darkness, The – S/L
Creepshow - Trade PB
Cujo - S/L
Cujo - Trade HC
Cycle of the Werewolf - S/L PC
Cycle of the Werewolf - Trade HC Oversized
Cycle of the Werewolf - Trade PB
Cycle of the Werewolf Portfolio - S/L
Dandelion Wine - S/L
Danse Macabre - S/L
Danse Macabre - Trade HC
Dark Dreamers - S/L
Dark Half, The - Trade HC
Dark Tower, The (DTVII) - AE
Dark Tower, The (DTVII) - S/L
Dark Tower, The (DTVII) - Trade HC
Dead Zone, The - Easton HC 1985
Dead Zone, The - Trade HC
Desperation - Gift
Desperation - S/L
Desperation - Trade HC
Desperation/Regulators-S/L UK
Different Seasons - Trade HC
Dolan's Cadillac - Lettered
Dolan's Cadillac - S/L
Dolan's Cadillac-S/L PC
Dolores Claiborne - Gift Edition
Dolores Claiborne - Trade HC
Drawing of the Three, The (DTII) - S/L
Drawing of the Three, The (DTII) - Trade HC
Drawing of the Three, The (DTII) - Trade HC 2nd Ed.
Drawing of the Three, The (DTII) - Trade HC Viking
Drawing of the Three, The (DTII)-Audio - S/L
Dreamcatcher - Trade HC
Duma Key - Trade HC
Dystopia - Lettered
Everything's Eventual - Trade HC
Eyes of the Dragon, The - S/L
Eyes of the Dragon, The - Trade HC
Faithful - Trade HC
Fantasy & Science Fiction - S/L
Fear Itself - S/L
Firestarter - Lettered
Firestarter - S/L
Firestarter - Trade HC
Four Past Midnight - Trade HC
Frankenstein - S/L
From a Buick 8 - Gift
From a Buick 8 - Lettered
From a Buick 8 - S/L
From a Buick 8 - Trade HC
Full Dark, No Stars - Trade HC
Gauntlet 2 - S/L
Gerald's Game - ARC
Gerald's Game - Trade HC
Girl Next Door, The - S/L
Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon, The - Pop~up
Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon, The - S/L
Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon, The - Trade HC
Great Ghost Stories - Lettered
Green Mile, The - Gift
Green Mile, The - Lettered
Green Mile, The - S/L
Green Mile, The - Trade HC
Green Mile, The - Trade PB (6 Books)
Gunslinger, The (DTI) - Lettered & S/L
Gunslinger, The (DTI) - Trade HC 1st Ed.
Gunslinger, The (DTI) - Trade HC 2nd Ed.
Gunslinger, The (DTI) - Trade HC 3rd Ed.
Gunslinger, The (DTI) [Revised] - Trade HC Viking
Gunslinger, The (DTI)- Audio - S/L
He Is Legend - Lettered
HE IS LEGEND - S/L
Hearts in Atlantis - Trade HC
House Next Door, The - Lettered Old New York Press
House Next Door, The - S/L Bett's
House Next Door, The - S/L Old New York Press
Ideal, Genuine Man, The - S/L
Insomnia - Gift
Insomnia - Gift Edition UK
Insomnia - S/L
Insomnia - Trade HC
Insomnia Portfolio - S/L
Insomnia-S/L UK
IT - German Bootleg
IT - Trade HC
Just After Sunset
Just After Sunset-Collector's Set
Killer Inside Me, The - S/L
Legends - S/L
Letters From Hell - S/L
Lisey's Story - BOMC
Lisey's Story - Trade HC
Little Sisters Of Eluria, The - AE
Little Sisters Of Eluria, The - S/L
Long Walk, The - Trade PB
Misery - Trade HC
My Pretty Pony - S/L
My Pretty Pony - Trade HC
Needful Things - Trade HC
New Lieutenant's Rap, The - S/L
Night Shift - Trade HC
Night Visions 5 - S/L
Nightmares & Dreamscapes - Trade HC
Nightmares and Dreamscapes - Gift Edition
On Writing - Trade HC
Pet Semetary - Trade HC
Plant, The - S/L
Postscripts 10 - S/L
Prime Evil - S/L
Quietly Now - Lettered
Quietly Now - S/L
Rage - Trade PB
Rainy Season Print -S/L
Regulators, The - Lettered
Regulators, The - Prototypes
Regulators, The - S/L
Regulators, The - Trade HC
Riding The Bullet
Roadwork - Trade PB
Rose Madder - Trade HC
Rose Madder-S/L UK
Running Man, The - Trade PB
'Salem's Lot - Gift
'Salem's Lot - S/L Slipcase
'Salem's Lot - S/L Traycase
'Salem's Lot - Trade HC
'Salem's Lot Illustrated - Trade HC
Secret Windows - BOM HC
Secretary of Dreams Volume One, The - Gift
Secretary of Dreams Volume One, The - S/L
Secretary of Dreams Volume Two, The - Gift
Secretary of Dreams Volume Two, The - S/L
Shining, The - Trade HC
Signatures - S/L
Sins of the Father, The - S/L
Six Stories - S/L
Skeleton Crew - Lettered PC
Skeleton Crew - Publishers Personal "Check" Copy 1/1
Skeleton Crew - S/L
Skeleton Crew - S/L PC
Skeleton Crew - Trade HC
Song of Susannah (DTVI) - AE
Song of Susannah (DTVI) - S/L
Song of Susannah (DTVI) - Trade HC
Stand, The (Complete and Uncut) - Trade HC
Stand, The - S/L
Stand, The - Trade HC
Stephen King - Trade HC Omnibus
Storm of the Century - Trade PB
Talisman, The - Deluxe
Talisman, The - S/L
Talisman, The - Trade HC
Taylor Cujo Guitar - S/L
Thinner - Trade HC
Tommyknockers, The - Trade HC
Transgressions - S/L
Umney's Last Case - PB
UNDER THE DOME - COLLECTOR'S SET
UNDER THE DOME - S/L
UNDER THE DOME _ S/L UK
UNDER THE DOME - TRADE HC
Waste Lands, The (DTIII) - S/L
Waste Lands, The (DTIII) - Trade HC
Waste Lands, The (DTIII) - Trade HC Viking
Whispers - S/L
Wizard and Glass (DTIV) - S/L
Wizard and Glass (DTIV) - Trade HC
Wizard and Glass (DTIV) - Trade HC Viking
Wizard and Glass (DTIV)-S/L UK
Wolves of the Calla (DTV) - AE
Wolves of the Calla (DTV) - S/L
Wolves of the Calla (DTV) - Trade HC