Home stephen king collector guides stephen king novels first edition identification guide. New listing box of 10 stephen king first edition hardback books. The following is a complete list of books published by stephen king, an american author of contemporary horror, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. Artist gift edition, numbered edition and a lettered edition. How much is my stephen king hardcover collection worth. Pet sematary 2019 the newest version of one of kings scariest, most effective novels takes a lot of liberties with the source material. You can usually find the print number of a book by looking at the page. Paperback book club editions are often a little larger than the trade paperbacks. Stephen king to publish two novels in 2014 books the guardian. 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. These short stories were all selected by author stephen king and he has written the introduction to the 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.
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. Well skip the heavy spoilers, as its still a relatively recent release, but in the broad strokes. 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. Suntup editions to publish the first official signed limited. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable should. First edition means the book was made during the book s first print run.
Yes, is interested certain rare stephen king books and will offer prices competitive to any bookstore. Signed on wednesday 10 october at the 7,30pm signing and talk event. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable. An excellent near fine example in a near fine dust jacket.
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. He made his first professional short story sale in 1967 to startling mystery stories. First edition of kings 22nd book and 18th novel written under his own name. It was published in the afterword with the following introductory note. 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. However, if youre more than a casual collector, if youre a true connoisseur.
Its the holy grail for collectors of stephen king books a true first edition of salems lot from 1975, the authors second book. With that said, they arent worthless however, they are worth less 2 words than a signed copy of the same book. Grant editions of the talisman and black house by stephen king and peter straub. A memoir of the craft when a tenth anniversary edition of on writing was published in 2010, king included a new reading list. Last month we shared stephen kings reading list for writers, a collection of 96 books recommended by king in his acclaimed guide, on writing. It is a 1986 horror novel by american author stephen king. King has published seven novels, under the pen name richard bachman. Peele brought back the twilight zone and joshua boones version of kings the stand is due in 2020. 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. Stephen king 1st edition books for sale in stock ebay.
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. First published in 1981 by the viking press on page. A book that has no water damage or torn pages will be worth more than a book that was improperly stored for years. Stephen king signed limited and signed first edition books. 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. His recent work includes the institute, elevation, the outsider, sleeping beauties cowritten with his son owen king, and the bill hodges trilogy. Stephen king, the best american short stories signed usa paperback. Early stephen king novels to be reissued in special editions. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, and many of them have been adapted into feature films, television movies and comic books.
Cujo begins as a remarkably good natured german shepherd and descends into a psychotic beast. In the fall of 1971, he began teaching high school english classes at hampden academy, the public high school in hampden, maine. I enjoyed the book although it is not king at its finest. If youre interested in joining a stephen king book club i would recommend this club. Im going to have to subscribe to cbs access sooner or later. Plus, it has a huge selection of other books you can buy at discounted club prices. Stephen king collectibles an illustrated price guide by. Sometimes, the words first edition or first print run will be listed. Stephen edwin king born september 21, 1947 is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy novels. He also happens to be one of my favorite storytellers, an author i. The best site on the net for info on rare stephen king books. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television shows, and comic books. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. How do you join the stephen king library you can usually find ads in magazines or by watching late night. Harrigans phone, the life of chuck, rat and the title story if it bleeds each pulling readers into intriguing and frightening places. We attempt to stock unique king collectible titles in hardcover, gift editions, signed limited and lettered editions. How do i tell if my stephen king books are worth anything. Introduction and list of recommended reading by carr, stories by stephen king, robert aickman, pat murphy, susie mckee. Stephen edwin king is an american author of contemporary horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. One of the most wellknown and popular online book clubs is doubleday. One is carrie and the other is cujo, and the only dates on the pages are 1974 and 1981, respectively. Stephen king is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers.
The title must be one thats listed in the us or uk limited editions section. In fact, some book club editions will have a blank box where the bar code normally goes. So i decided to download cujo due to the repeats of the movie being shown on the telebox. About 25 years ago, david aronovitz from the fine books company in rochester, michigan, sold three of those first editions of salems lot. 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. May, 2019 first editions of certain books tend to be the most valuable. King has published 63 novels, including seven under the pen name richard bachman, and five nonfiction. 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. Oct 02, 2011 how much is my stephen king hardcover collection worth. King has published 63 novels, including seven under. The signed limited edition of misery is published in three states. 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. Nightmares and dreamscapes hardcover 1st edition 6.
If a particular author has come back in vogue, their books may be worth more suddenly. Hardcover book club editions may be a little smaller than a trade hardcover, and may feel lighter. 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. Dave hinchberger, proprietor, stephen king catalog and the overlook connection. 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. Doubleday has more than 50 stephen king books you can choose from nearly every book king ever wrote. The ultimate prize for stephen king collectors abebooks. 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. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. Oct 04, 2009 but they are always worth reading to find out. The top 10 rare and pricey stephen king books litreactor. I recently got a hold of two hardcover stephen king books in their dust jackets that are in pretty good condition.
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. Author ian fleming released casino royale, the first novel in what would be the james bond book series in april 1953. A compilation of the best new fantasy stories published in the preceding year. 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. Stephen king is, without a doubt, the most popular horror writer of all time. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold. Stephen king to publish two novels in 2014 books the. It stephen king first edition signed raptis rare books. Stephen king was born in portland, maine in 1947, the second son of donald and nellie ruth pillsbury king. A hardcover book that still has a dust jacket will be valued higher than one without it. Buy stephen king collectibles an illustrated price guide by george beahm online at alibris. Editions of it by stephen king meet your next favorite book.
Introduction and list of recommended reading by carr, stories by stephen king, robert aickman, pat murphy, susie mckee charnas, stephen tall, thomas m. How much is my hardcover stephen king collection worth. See the image for an example using jean auels clan of the cave bear. 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. It was his 22nd book, and his 17th novel written under his own name. Make offer mr mercedes by stephen king 2014 hc 1st scribner ed 1st in bill hodges trilogy stephen king.
Great prices on stephens latest titles, as well as access to all of his classics. Browse our fine collection of stephen king signed first edition books. Any book without a price on the dustjacket is a book club bc edition. I want to sell it, but im not sure how much i could sell all of it for. The book is quarter bound in black cloth with black boards. 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. The best way to build your own stephen king library.
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 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. 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. Stephen king book of the month club showing 128 of 28 messages. 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. 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. There is no such thing as a first edition book club edition. Stephen king novels first edition identification guide. Please email me and i can give you further details.