Harrigans phone, the life of chuck, rat and the title story if it bleeds each pulling readers into intriguing and frightening places. Make offer mr mercedes by stephen king 2014 hc 1st scribner ed 1st in bill hodges trilogy stephen king. In the afterword of stephen kings highly regarded memoirwriting guide book on writing, the bestselling writer shared a list of 96 books that hed read while writing the book that hed enjoyed and had influenced him. Introduction and list of recommended reading by carr, stories by stephen king, robert aickman, pat murphy, susie mckee. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Sometimes, the words first edition or first print run will be listed. Stephen king is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers.
The ultimate prize for stephen king collectors abebooks. Feb, 2014 stephen king to publish two novels in 2014 this article is more than 6 years old revival will see horror master return to his signature genre after excursion into crime fiction, mr mercedes. See the image for an example using jean auels clan of the cave bear. His recent work includes the institute, elevation, the outsider, sleeping beauties cowritten with his son owen king, and the bill hodges trilogy. Identifying first editions updated july 2018 compiled by bev vincent with the assistance of materials made available by rich demars, john mastrocco, steve oelrich and shaun nauman. Early stephen king novels to be reissued in special editions. The best site on the net for info on rare stephen king books. About 25 years ago, david aronovitz from the fine books company in rochester, michigan, sold three of those first editions of salems lot. When a 10th anniversary of on writing was released, an updated reading list of 82 books was included more recently, king has taken to twitter to share with his fans and. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, and many of them have been adapted into feature films, television movies and comic books. But there was an even more limited version, of which just 26 copies were published, in which the book was wrapped in a special aluminumcoated. The signed limited edition of misery is published in three states.
Stephen king 1st edition books for sale in stock ebay. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold. Stephen king is, without a doubt, the most popular horror writer of all time. First edition means the book was made during the book s first print run. The story follows the experiences of seven children as they are terrorized by an evil entity that exploits the fears of its victims to disguise itself while hunting its prey. Nightmares and dreamscapes hardcover 1st edition 6. I want to sell it, but im not sure how much i could sell all of it for. We attempt to stock unique king collectible titles in hardcover, gift editions, signed limited and lettered editions. New listing box of 10 stephen king first edition hardback books. I never kept abreast of the stephen king market other than always checking on items i had recently acquired and was in turn about to. Dave hinchberger, proprietor, stephen king catalog and the overlook connection.
If a particular author has come back in vogue, their books may be worth more suddenly. Doubleday has more than 50 stephen king books you can choose from nearly every book king ever wrote. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. It is a 1986 horror novel by american author stephen king.
I enjoyed the book although it is not king at its finest. Plus, it has a huge selection of other books you can buy at discounted club prices. Stephen king to publish two novels in 2014 this article is more than 6 years old revival will see horror master return to his signature genre after excursion into crime fiction, mr mercedes. May, 2019 first editions of certain books tend to be the most valuable. How much is my stephen king hardcover collection worth. Author ian fleming released casino royale, the first novel in what would be the james bond book series in april 1953. Stephen king was born in portland, maine in 1947, the second son of donald and nellie ruth pillsbury king. Stephen king signed limited and signed first edition books. With that said, they arent worthless however, they are worth less 2 words than a signed copy of the same book.
His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television shows, and comic books. However, if youre more than a casual collector, if youre a true connoisseur. Peele brought back the twilight zone and joshua boones version of kings the stand is due in 2020. Please email me and i can give you further details. Signed on wednesday 10 october at the 7,30pm signing and talk event. How do i tell if my stephen king books are worth anything. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books.
The title must be one thats listed in the us or uk limited editions section. Pet sematary 2019 the newest version of one of kings scariest, most effective novels takes a lot of liberties with the source material. It stephen king first edition signed raptis rare books. The top 10 rare and pricey stephen king books litreactor. You can usually find the print number of a book by looking at the page. Last month we shared stephen kings reading list for writers, a collection of 96 books recommended by king in his acclaimed guide, on writing. Oct 02, 2011 how much is my stephen king hardcover collection worth. If youre interested in joining a stephen king book club i would recommend this club.
Any book without a price on the dustjacket is a book club bc edition. As a fan of stephen king, and want to build a library of his work, clean, 1st editions are more desirable than a dogeared paperback. Paperback book club editions are often a little larger than the trade paperbacks. These short stories were all selected by author stephen king and he has written the introduction to the book. First published in 1981 by the viking press on page. Well skip the heavy spoilers, as its still a relatively recent release, but in the broad strokes. One of the most wellknown and popular online book clubs is doubleday. It was published in the afterword with the following introductory note. Stephen king, the best american short stories signed usa paperback. A compilation of the best new fantasy stories published in the preceding year. Great prices on stephens latest titles, as well as access to all of his classics. You can find numerous stephen king first edition books below this author bio.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Buy stephen king collectibles an illustrated price guide by george beahm online at alibris. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable should. King s sixth published novel, about a little girl who can start fires with her mind, was issued as a mainstream title by viking and a slipcased, signed 725copy limited edition by phantasia press. King has published seven novels, under the pen name richard bachman. Im going to have to subscribe to cbs access sooner or later. Stephen king novels first edition identification guide. Suntup editions to publish the first official signed limited. In fact, some book club editions will have a blank box where the bar code normally goes.
Stephen king to publish two novels in 2014 books the. Stephen king book of the month club showing 128 of 28 messages. The best way to build your own stephen king library. Browse our fine collection of stephen king signed first edition books. Home stephen king collector guides stephen king novels first edition identification guide. In the fall of 1971, he began teaching high school english classes at hampden academy, the public high school in hampden, maine. If you already have a written offer from another bookstore, include it and i will beat it by 10% if you have an asking price in mind please include it with your email. Artist gift edition, numbered edition and a lettered edition. Stephen king collectibles an illustrated price guide by. King has published 63 novels, including seven under. Introduction and list of recommended reading by carr, stories by stephen king, robert aickman, pat murphy, susie mckee charnas, stephen tall, thomas m. A hardcover book that still has a dust jacket will be valued higher than one without it. A book that has no water damage or torn pages will be worth more than a book that was improperly stored for years. It documents her shopping adventures after receiving a bumper royalty cheque due to many people mistakenly buying the ebook version of her book instead of the book by stephen king of the same name.
Cujo begins as a remarkably good natured german shepherd and descends into a psychotic beast. Stephen king books in english inscribed for sale ebay. He made his first professional short story sale in 1967 to startling mystery stories. The flourishing stephen king renaissance were currently in the midst of shows little sign of slowing down as this weeks longawaited remake of pet sematary makes clear. Yes, is interested certain rare stephen king books and will offer prices competitive to any bookstore. Jul 15, 2019 pet sematary 2019 the newest version of one of kings scariest, most effective novels takes a lot of liberties with the source material. Oct 04, 2009 but they are always worth reading to find out. A memoir of the craft when a tenth anniversary edition of on writing was published in 2010, king included a new reading list.
King has published 63 novels, including seven under the pen name richard bachman, and five nonfiction. How much is my hardcover stephen king collection worth. How do you join the stephen king library you can usually find ads in magazines or by watching late night. Stephen edwin king born september 21, 1947 is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy novels. The following is a complete list of books published by stephen king, an american author of contemporary horror, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. King is the recipient of the 2003 national book foundation medal for distinguished contribution to the american letters and the 2014 national medal of arts. Stephen king to publish two novels in 2014 books the guardian. An excellent near fine example in a near fine dust jacket. I was never all that interested in reading stephen king until i had completely ran out of things to read in my senior year, where i spent most of my time in the library tricky class schedule, and i was hooked.
Grant editions of the talisman and black house by stephen king and peter straub. Editions of it by stephen king meet your next favorite book. The presence and condition of a dust jacket is critical to a books value in the rare book world, but this particular jacket is exceptionally prized. There is no such thing as a first edition book club edition. Its the holy grail for collectors of stephen king books a true first edition of salems lot from 1975, the authors second book. Hardcover book club editions may be a little smaller than a trade hardcover, and may feel lighter. Stephen king is one of the most prolific authors in the world, with more than 50 books in print, and more coming out every year. It was his 22nd book, and his 17th novel written under his own name. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable. He has sold more than 350 million copies of his books worldwide, and, as you can imagine, there is a very large audience who desire first editions andor signed copies in collectible condition.
So i decided to download cujo due to the repeats of the movie being shown on the telebox. I recently got a hold of two hardcover stephen king books in their dust jackets that are in pretty good condition. The reason they arent worth more money is because the true first editions had a limited print run while book club editions have a larger print run thats why there are so many out there. The book of the month club is an extremely popular book club with a vast selection of fiction, nonfiction and classics on topics such as biography, business and career, cooking.
The book of the month club is an extremely popular book club with a vast selection of fiction, nonfiction and classics on topics such as biography, business and career, cooking, history, health and fitness, humor, and much more. One is carrie and the other is cujo, and the only dates on the pages are 1974 and 1981, respectively. The book is quarter bound in black cloth with black boards. He also happens to be one of my favorite storytellers, an author i. Stephen edwin king is an american author of contemporary horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. For limited editions only will make offers although the site is primarily for information, i do buy limited and gift editions for resale and offer between 6070% of the price i will list the book for. Its the holy grail for collectors of stephen king books a true first edition of salems lot from 1975, the authors second book the presence and condition of a dust jacket is critical to a book s value in the rare book world, but this particular jacket is exceptionally prized. First edition of kings 22nd book and 18th novel written under his own name.
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