Cemetery Dance discussion thread

[killjoy72]

3rd.

[stroppygoblin]

4th

[mcdonaldj]

No direction to not repost in the email I got:

http://www.stephenkingrevisited.com/...sited-contest/

Best of luck.

[Randall Flagg]

Everyone (Until directed by Brian Freeman) STFU







BTW, I'm kidding. This is the internet and the whole idea of the site is for people to come here for sneaks.
BTAIM, join the CDCC.

[Joe315]

If you're going to say anything about an offer you should just say "great offer today". The club is common knowledge but if the email says don't say anything yet, don't.

[Brian James Freeman]

HA! I meant to reply to this yesterday and time got away from me. (Been listening to The Gunslinger on audio for the first time since I was a kid and I'm thinking I might finally listen to the whole series...)

Anyway, members of the CDCC and customers who purchased a particular book were notified of a new item on Friday. The CDCC always gets early notification. The customers who purchased the particular book were notified to give them plenty of time to decide if they wanted matching numbers, etc, if the new item appealed to them. It's not a state secret or anything, but it does make my life and Mindy's life easier when no one posts until the public announcement.

By the way, not only did members of the CDCC get early notification of our special edition of IT before we announced it to the general public, they also received a discount on all three editions.

Brian

[herbertwest]

BTAIM, join the CDCC.

According to a online research, BTAIM = Be That As It May.
But what the hell does that mean?

[ICry4Oy]

BTAIM, join the CDCC.

According to a online research, BTAIM = Be That As It May.
But what the hell does that mean?

From the online Cambridge dictionary:

English definition of “be that as it may” See all translations
be that as it may

formal
› used to mean that you accept that a piece of information is true but it does not change your opinion of the subject you are discussing:


Building a new children's home will cost a lot of money but, be that as it may, there is an urgent need for the facility.

[Joka42]

anyone have the proof list of CD books? /thanks

[jhanic]

Not sure what you mean by proof list.

John

[dnemec]

HA! I meant to reply to this yesterday and time got away from me. (Been listening to The Gunslinger on audio for the first time since I was a kid and I'm thinking I might finally listen to the whole series...)

Anyway, members of the CDCC and customers who purchased a particular book were notified of a new item on Friday. The CDCC always gets early notification. The customers who purchased the particular book were notified to give them plenty of time to decide if they wanted matching numbers, etc, if the new item appealed to them. It's not a state secret or anything, but it does make my life and Mindy's life easier when no one posts until the public announcement.

By the way, not only did members of the CDCC get early notification of our special edition of IT before we announced it to the general public, they also received a discount on all three editions.

Brian

Translation:

JOIN THE DAMN CDCC!!!!!!!

[CyberGhostface]

I've said this a couple of times but I just want to say that I appreciate CD giving the option of unsigned 'gift editions'.

There've been a couple of books from other publishers recently that are only available as limiteds and lettereds which I simply can't afford that I would like to have, so I'm very grateful that you guys are still putting out high quality books at an affordable price.

[Brian James Freeman]

I've said this a couple of times but I just want to say that I appreciate CD giving the option of unsigned 'gift editions'.

There've been a couple of books from other publishers recently that are only available as limiteds and lettereds which I simply can't afford that I would like to have, so I'm very grateful that you guys are still putting out high quality books at an affordable price.

The first small press book I ever purchased was the Donald Grant trade HC of Wizard & Glass when it showed up at the Waldenbooks where I worked in high school. That got me interested in the concept of these smaller presses publishing beautiful special edition books. The next two I found (via this newfound thing called the "Internet") were the Insomnia and Desperation Gift Editions. Oversized books... with color interior artwork... and slipcases... I was hooked for good.

So, yeah, I'm a big believer in having a more accessible version if the author will allow it!

Brian

[Theli]

I've said this a couple of times but I just want to say that I appreciate CD giving the option of unsigned 'gift editions'.

There've been a couple of books from other publishers recently that are only available as limiteds and lettereds which I simply can't afford that I would like to have, so I'm very grateful that you guys are still putting out high quality books at an affordable price.

The first small press book I ever purchased was the Donald Grant trade HC of Wizard & Glass when it showed up at the Waldenbooks where I worked in high school. That got me interested in the concept of these smaller presses publishing beautiful special edition books. The next two I found (via this newfound thing called the "Internet") were the Insomnia and Desperation Gift Editions. Oversized books... with color interior artwork... and slipcases... I was hooked for good.

So, yeah, I'm a big believer in having a more accessible version if the author will allow it!

Brian

Very cool! Good to know where you get your inspiration for all these great editions you guys release. I didn't get the Fight Club, e-mail, interesting news though. I'll probably pass, the one Palahniuk book I've read I didn't overly enjoy. Love the Fight Club flick though.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Just to prove how awesome CD's Artist Edition of Carrie is, I have just uploaded some photos of my copy on the P&J thread...

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?377-Your-New-Pride-and-Joy!

[swintek]

I've said this a couple of times but I just want to say that I appreciate CD giving the option of unsigned 'gift editions'.

There've been a couple of books from other publishers recently that are only available as limiteds and lettereds which I simply can't afford that I would like to have, so I'm very grateful that you guys are still putting out high quality books at an affordable price.

The first small press book I ever purchased was the Donald Grant trade HC of Wizard & Glass when it showed up at the Waldenbooks where I worked in high school. That got me interested in the concept of these smaller presses publishing beautiful special edition books. The next two I found (via this newfound thing called the "Internet") were the Insomnia and Desperation Gift Editions. Oversized books... with color interior artwork... and slipcases... I was hooked for good.

So, yeah, I'm a big believer in having a more accessible version if the author will allow it!

Brian

Let me second my appreciation for "gift" editions, and CD's in particular. My first small press book was a "trade" edition of Dark Harvest's Night Visions 6. I couldn't believe how gorgeous it was- for pretty much the same price as a regular mainstream publisher's hardcover. The wraparound painted dust jacket, colored boards, stylish design and typography, interior illustrations- it truly was love at first sight (and Garton's underrated masterpiece novella, MONSTERS made me a fan for life). I noticed on the flap that there was a "signed edition" for $20 more (or whatever it was). I thought about it.. same book as this, apparently- with some signatures in it. Hmm, nice.. but for that $20- I could get Volume 5- with Stephen King in it! I was hooked on "trades", or "gifts". It's not about the rarity- it's about the beauty. Glad CD is still taking care of us.

[Ben Mears]

I've said this a couple of times but I just want to say that I appreciate CD giving the option of unsigned 'gift editions'.

There've been a couple of books from other publishers recently that are only available as limiteds and lettereds which I simply can't afford that I would like to have, so I'm very grateful that you guys are still putting out high quality books at an affordable price.

The first small press book I ever purchased was the Donald Grant trade HC of Wizard & Glass when it showed up at the Waldenbooks where I worked in high school. That got me interested in the concept of these smaller presses publishing beautiful special edition books. The next two I found (via this newfound thing called the "Internet") were the Insomnia and Desperation Gift Editions. Oversized books... with color interior artwork... and slipcases... I was hooked for good.

So, yeah, I'm a big believer in having a more accessible version if the author will allow it!

Brian

Let me second my appreciation for "gift" editions, and CD's in particular. My first small press book was a "trade" edition of Dark Harvest's Night Visions 6. I couldn't believe how gorgeous it was- for pretty much the same price as a regular mainstream publisher's hardcover. The wraparound painted dust jacket, colored boards, stylish design and typography, interior illustrations- it truly was love at first sight (and Garton's underrated masterpiece novella, MONSTERS made me a fan for life). I noticed on the flap that there was a "signed edition" for $20 more (or whatever it was). I thought about it.. same book as this, apparently- with some signatures in it. Hmm, nice.. but for that $20- I could get Volume 5- with Stephen King in it! I was hooked on "trades", or "gifts". It's not about the rarity- it's about the beauty. Glad CD is still taking care of us.

+1. Well stated.

[Lookwhoitis]

I've said this a couple of times but I just want to say that I appreciate CD giving the option of unsigned 'gift editions'.

There've been a couple of books from other publishers recently that are only available as limiteds and lettereds which I simply can't afford that I would like to have, so I'm very grateful that you guys are still putting out high quality books at an affordable price.

The first small press book I ever purchased was the Donald Grant trade HC of Wizard & Glass when it showed up at the Waldenbooks where I worked in high school. That got me interested in the concept of these smaller presses publishing beautiful special edition books. The next two I found (via this newfound thing called the "Internet") were the Insomnia and Desperation Gift Editions. Oversized books... with color interior artwork... and slipcases... I was hooked for good.

So, yeah, I'm a big believer in having a more accessible version if the author will allow it!

Brian

Wow! That was my first small press book, as well. In my case, my sister worked at a Borders and bought it for me for my birthday.

[Randall Flagg]

Let me second my appreciation for "gift" editions, and CD's in particular. My first small press book was a "trade" edition of Dark Harvest's Night Visions 6. I couldn't believe how gorgeous it was- for pretty much the same price as a regular mainstream publisher's hardcover. The wraparound painted dust jacket, colored boards, stylish design and typography, interior illustrations- it truly was love at first sight (and Garton's underrated masterpiece novella, MONSTERS made me a fan for life). I noticed on the flap that there was a "signed edition" for $20 more (or whatever it was). I thought about it.. same book as this, apparently- with some signatures in it. Hmm, nice.. but for that $20- I could get Volume 5- with Stephen King in it! I was hooked on "trades", or "gifts". It's not about the rarity- it's about the beauty. Glad CD is still taking care of us.

Imagine that. I have a Fine copy of Night Visions 6 (and 7, and 8 ), up for ebay auction.
They will likely go for <$20




Night Visions 6-Dark Harvest-Dean Koontz, Ray Garton-F. P.

[Brian James Freeman]

The first small press book I ever purchased was the Donald Grant trade HC of Wizard & Glass when it showed up at the Waldenbooks where I worked in high school. That got me interested in the concept of these smaller presses publishing beautiful special edition books. The next two I found (via this newfound thing called the "Internet") were the Insomnia and Desperation Gift Editions. Oversized books... with color interior artwork... and slipcases... I was hooked for good.

So, yeah, I'm a big believer in having a more accessible version if the author will allow it!

Brian

Wow! That was my first small press book, as well. In my case, my sister worked at a Borders and bought it for me for my birthday.

We received 5 copies at our Waldenbooks and I've wondered from time to time if I would have ended up here if I hadn't worked there... My boss was amazing, a huge SK and horror fan, and I think I spent so much time hanging out there in the year before he hired me that he finally decided he'd better just hire me and get it over with. I even remember when he offered me the job out of the blue: late October 1996, right after I attended a screening of THINNER... and then wandered over to the bookstore to browse the new releases that I couldn't afford.

Brian

[swintek]

Just seeing that gorgeous cover again is making me remember why I started down this path in the first place. Somebody buy that book!

[mkb.redux]

My first small press book was Zelazny's THE BELLS OF SHOREDAN, from Underwood-Miller; most of my early limiteds were Zelazny as that was where I started the first phase of my collecting life.

What I remember most about it was that, when I called Chuck Miller to validate that they had a copy in stock, I must've sounded pretty young, because he asked me at least once whether I was SURE that I wanted to spend so much money on this: did I know it was just a little paperback chapbook? I was, and I did, and I loved that book when it came.

[jonp]

This is a warning for prospective and past buyers of CD's unbound proofs from ebay.

I was the highest bidder of an auction for The Dark Man Unbound earlier in the month from UK seller ashkent7. What arrived was not what was pictured in the auction photographs. This was obviously a scanned and copy of the original.

The differences of the copy were as follows:
1). All the CD unbound proofs should be all the same size (as confirmed by John Hanic and Brian @ CD), they should be printed on 8 1/2" x 11 sized paper. This is the only sized paper CD are using in their office. The unbound copy that arrived was A4 sized ( 8 1/4" x 11 2/3").

2). The printing quality was inferior compared to the CD versions with transfer of wet ink from opposing pages and there was leaching of ink through the paper.

3). The drawings of the copy were not central to the page as with the proper CD proof due to the differing size of paper. The right hand side margin was disproportionally wider as a result.

These are some photos of the copy



I know of at least one other member than myself that has bought a copy of The Dark Man unbound proof from this seller as a second chance offer (due to my apparent non-payment!)
So if anybody else has purchased one from this seller check it very carefully.

I just hope that this unpleasant occurrence does not discourage Brian and the rest of the team at CD from offering them in the future, as I enjoy owning my other copies and really find them interesting. I don't know if future copies could be marked with marker with a unique number similar to the Secretary of Dreams bound proofs on the page edges?

I will also be posting this in the eBay bullshit and my Collection threads for maximum coverage!

[webstar1000]

Can I ask how much?

[jonp]

Can I ask how much?

I paid £122 for mine (approx $200) , 2nd highest bidder paid £120. I got a refund this morning.