And 2 many stephen king collectors simply cannot afford first editions of kings early work. Short story collections from authors like stephen king. The novel was followed by the film version, starring sissy spacek, john travolta, piper laurie and amy irving in 1976. This is the first stephen king book ive read and i cant wait to read more. 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.
The reasons that book club editions are less valuable should. However, the first book in the series is in a class all by itself. Book clubs frequently neglect to remove edition indicators from the plates before printing their copies. It was collected in 1985 in the omnibus the bachman 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. If you find you have a first edition and are curious about the value, there are numerous places you can look. The binding is tight with minor wear to the boards.
There are different ways depending on the title and publisher to identify a true first edition first printing book. Stephen king, carrie signed first edition book club. How you can tell the difference between a first edition, first printing, and a book club edition of a collectible book and why it matters. Every single stephen king book, ranked from worst to best. Jan 17, 2016 these were editions that were only made available to members of the book club. So that being said is there much collector value in these versions. His first published novel, carrie, appeared in 1973 though it was actually the fourth he wrote, on a a portable typewriter belonging to his wife. Identifying book club editions when most collectors refer to book club editions, theyre speaking of the mailorder subscription services typically run by bookspan in the u. A list of stephen king s novels, organized alphabetically. Later printing trade edition dust jackets will often have a different price from what is found in the table. The novel is set in a dystopian united states during the year 2025, in which the nations economy is in ruins and world violence is rising. One of stephen king s true classics, where he offers an interpretation of bram stokers dracula. So forget what youve seen in the movieswhether youre new to stephen kings oeuvre, or youre working on indoctrinating a friend, reading the following 10 books is nonnegotiable. Title year publisher trim size dj price first edition identifiers carrie 1974 doubleday 5.
His recent work includes the institute, elevation, the outsider, sleeping beauties cowritten with his son owen king, and the bill hodges trilogy. This is the true first edition with p6 code printed in on p. The running man is a science fiction thriller novel by american writer stephen king, first published under the pseudonym richard bachman in 1982 as a paperback original. Carrie 1974 book club edition hardcover stephen king o12 gutter code. I have purchased a few books that i thought were first editions but were not. Stephen king books in chronological order stephen king. The book club edition has light blue boards with a black paper spine instead of the black cloth spine found on the true first. How do you join the stephen king library you can usually find ads in magazines or by watching late night. Introducing the stephen king library a long time ago i was a member of book ofthemonth club, and over the years i purchased many of the annual stephen king library desk calendars. Sorry to interject, because i didnt catch the first part of this thread, but i joined this club a couple of years ago. Vintage night shift by stephen king hardcover 1st book club edition. These include, most famously, book ofthemonth club bomc, crossings, doubleday book club, literary guild, mystery guild, and others.
Sometimes books are listed as first edition copies but really they are later printings. Get the best deals on stephen king first edition books when you shop the largest online selection at. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television shows, and comic books. When i was a voracious bookworm, constantly outreading my budget, my mom tried to get me interested in stephen king. The first stephen king book i read was salems lot in 1975. Collecting the shining by king, stephen first edition identification. Though a book club edition, appears on first sight to be identical to the original first printing with same wrapper and graphics etc. Cujo by king, stephen and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles.
His books have sold more than 350 million copies, 1 and many of them have been adapted into feature films, television movies and comic books. Though, not all of his books fall into this category. I also agree that book club editions are not priced uniquely. Identifying book club editions one girl collecting. Stephen king novels first edition identification guide. We attempt to stock unique king collectible titles in hardcover, gift editions, signed limited and lettered editions.
Ps publishing stephen king anniversary editions if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Stephen king is the author of more than fifty books, all of them worldwide. Steinbeck, his first wife, carol, ricketts, and a small crew sailed to the sea of. Stephen edwin king born september 21, 1947 is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy novels. Undoubtedly, this will be the cornerstone of any serious stephen king first edition collection. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. For james, that stranger is awakened when his wife, arlette, proposes selling off the. Stephen king is the author of more than fifty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. The stand 1978 book club edition inscribed for michael best wishes, stephen king. To my surprise i see what looks like 1st edition hcs of the shining, carrie, pet sematary, salems lot. An excellent near fine example in a near fine dust jacket. Book club edition dust jackets are easily identified because they do not have a price marked inside the front cover.
Collecting salems lot by king, stephen first edition identification. Start your stephen king book club by getting together a group of people interested in reading king s books. He has worked for clients all around the world, illustrating the works of authors such as ray bradbury and stephen king, and in 2010 he released his first art book, altered visions. Stephen king first editions if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. The collector the best site for info on limited edition stephen king available at both and.
How to identify a first edition of carrie, by stephen king. In general, book club editions are more cheaply printed than the trade editions. Salems lot first editon by stephen king front cover. Stephen king book club editions how to reference a reference book, just picked up these two first edition bces of the shining and salems lot for only around 60 bucks because i cant afford bucks for the actual first edtions. So this weekend, went to check out a local value village. These links will take you directly to search results for collectible and rare copies of stephen king books on for sale the respective sites bibliography of stephen king. The stand is a postapocalyptic dark fantasy novel written by american author stephen king and first published in 1978 by doubleday. I collected stephen king novels for years and when we returned to texas, i donated nearly my entire collection to the library. In sks second published novel he describes salems lot as a town first touched by an evil and horrific murdersuicide involving a prominent citizen and former hitman named hubie marston. Of course, this one was included and when my son said he really wanted to read it, i just had to buy it for him. Home very fine books featured authors stephen king signed first edition. As i sat in the house it the evening reading the book i was scared out of my wits as i could picture all those me sights. Stephen king carrie in antiquarian and collectable books.
It was his 22nd book, and his 17th novel written under his own name. The few survivors, united in groups, establish a new social system and engage in confrontation with each other. If youre a collector, were likely to have a book worthy of your library. The best way to build your own stephen king library. Trim size is given because book club editions are often smaller than trade editions.
First editions are sought after by collectors, and avid fans. On writing book by stephen king official publisher page. Fans of stephen king enjoy getting together to talk about what theyve read, and thats where a book discussion group comes in. Carrie by stephen king, first edition abebooks passion for books. There is no such thing as a first edition book club edition. Stephen king book of the month club showing 128 of 28 messages. This signed copy, for example, is as expensive as some entire sets that arent as special or in great condition. Editions of cujo by stephen king goodreads share book. As the worlds largest independent marketplace for new, used and rare books, you always get the best in service and value when you buy from, and all of your purchases are backed by our return guarantee. Browse our fine collection of stephen king signed first edition books. Some are more valuable than others, and some are very hard to find. During a sixmile hike on the mainenew hampshire branch of the appalachian trail, nineyearold trisha. As king has published more books and signed less, firsts of later novels have tended not to increase in value as much. Stephen king was born in portland, maine in 1947, the second son of donald and nellie ruth pillsbury king.
Stephen edwin king is an american author of contemporary horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. Here is a great guide compiled by bev vincent for identifying stephen king first editions. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. A book club copy will always be a book club copy, even though it states first edition. Stephen king rare books and first editions at bauman rare. This is a great reference for anyone looking to purchase a first edition and whos not quite sure what the first issue points may be. Stephen king first edition books products for sale ebay. There is no slip case as in the picture or anything. A guide to identify points of issue for first edition books. Anyone who has read the book or watched the movie has a. The ultimate prize for stephen king collectors abebooks. A first printing of the first book club edition as opposed to, say, later sk library book club editions is a consolation prize.
Carrie by king, stephen and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Published in 1986, it was stephen kings 22 nd book and the 17 th written under his name. They were filled with interesting king trivia, quotes from his many books, and beautiful artwork. Doubleday and company, inc, 1974 first edition, first printing signed by stephen king on a laid in signature. Currently living and working in the uk, his art and design can be seen on book covers, magazines, cd packaging, and websites. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable. Thinner by stephen king as richard bachman reading guidebook. Great prices on stephens latest titles, as well as access to all of his classics. American nightmares by stephen king, roberto aguirre sacasa, mike perkins and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been. His writing is very popular, and his books are in high demand. King has published seven novels, under the pen name richard bachman. Signed limited first editions, issued simultaneously with the first trade editions, of all seven titles in stephen kings masterful dark tower series, as well as the signed limited deluxe first editions of the companion volumes the little sisters of eluria and the wind through the keyhole and the english collectors edition of the wind through the keyhole, each book with fullpage color illustrations and each signed by king and the illustrator.
Great prices on stephen s latest titles, as well as access to all of his classics. She is married to author stephen king and is the mother of joe hill, owen king, and naomi king. Stephen king 1st edition books for sale in stock ebay. My wife and i are a far cry from being alarmists but anyway you look at.
The plot centers on a pandemic of a weaponized strain of influenza that kills almost the entire world population. Stephen king new, used and rare books and ephemera at biblio. Other first edition points for books by stephen king include. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, and many of them have been adapted into feature films, television movies and comic books. We are very proud to be able to offer this book in exceptional condition with this beautiful and extremely rare dust jacket, widely considered as the holy grail by the stephen king collecting community. Aug 28, 2015 in this way, kings books transcend genre and appeal to all lovers of the written word. Stephen king is a very recognizable name in the genre of horror fiction. Under the dome 1st edition flatsigned stephen king. Each book was bound in a red faux leather with stephen king s signature stamped on the front cover in gold. Browse our stephen king library for rare first edition collectible books. First edition of king s 22nd book and 18th novel written under his own name. First edition of stephen king s carrie in the original dust jacket signed by him.
Unsheltered by barbara kingsolver october first editions club 25th anniversary special selection. Many paperback originals pbos exist in hardcover only in a book club edition. The dead zone by stephen king first edition points. 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. Stella gibbons first editions published before 1940 stephen king any pre1980 first editions, uk or us, proof copies, signed copies and limited editions. Lawrence various first editions, including seven pillars of wisdom ted hughes most first editions. Stephen king is, without a doubt, the most popular horror writer of all time. Home stephen king collector guides stephen king novels first edition identification guide stephen king novels first edition identification guide use the search to the right to search for title, publication date, publisher, etc. Even though they say they will ask you before sending you any books, they kept. Stephen king is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. 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. This helpful guide includes first edition identifiers along with publisher and dj dust jacket price information.
He made his first professional short story sale in 1967 to startling mystery stories. Stephen king signed limited and signed first edition books. King and his wife tabitha own zone radio corp, a radio station group consisting of wzon620 am. Paul sheldon has just killed her with relief, with joy. I have the kindle edition of this book that includes an excerpt from a short story. Danse macabre by king, stephen and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The top 10 rare and pricey stephen king books litreactor. The following is a complete list of books published by stephen king, an american author of contemporary horror, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. Oct 30, 2019 i will go book by book and give you all the information you need to identify stephen king first editions. Jul 28, 2008 stephen king published his very scary first novel, carrie, in 1974. 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. It is a 1986 horror novel by american author stephen king.
From the stand to liseys story, from cycle of the werewolf to danse macabre, we can help you find the stephen king books you are looking for. Upon further inspectioninside the dust jacket it is printed book club edition. Salems lot by stephen king first edition 1975 from. Also, book club edition dust jackets dj are occasionally found on first. A list of stephen king s limited editions, organized alphabetically. Carrie by stephen king, first edition, signed abebooks. He lives in maine with his wife, novelist tabitha king.
Stephen king is a literary icon, a status hes achieved by a defining a genre. The best site on the net for info on rare stephen king books. The first edition, second issue of cup of gold was published in 1936 by covici friede. And like any maine bookworm with a love of the macabre, i adored him as sort of local hero. Early book club edition with original first edition wrapper design with code 1518 at back flap. My wife penney and i bought betts in 1991, kind of on a whim, since i was just.
Signed limited first editions, issued simultaneously with the first trade editions, of all seven titles in stephen kings masterful dark tower series, as well as the signed limited deluxe first editions of the companion volumes the little sisters of eluria and the wind through the keyhole and the english collectors edition of the wind through the keyhole, each book with fullpage color illustrations and. It is a stephen king library book with a imprinted signature on the cover. A wonderful oversized hardback edition of stephen king s debut novel. It stephen king first edition signed raptis rare books.