Collectors books and price guides collectors weekly. The title was discontinued in later years, as publication of new. For sale is the 1978 book club associates ofthe silmarillion by j. These are all signed, limited and numbered editions of joyce carol oates books except for2 magazines in the stack and the large clamshell labeled blonde, which is a manuscript. Book club edition does that mean that book has no value. Identifying book club editions one girl collecting. In general, book club editions are more cheaply printed than the trade editions. The silmarillion printed by book club associates, london, united kingdom, 1978. From 1929 to 1985, the limited editions club published 548 titles. Easton press, limited editions club, franklin library, book club of california all examples. Sep 06, 20 book club editions are often sold as first editions, and can be almost identicalbut are often slightly different sizes and wont have prices on the dust jackets. I know, i know, in the book world the lec is considered a fine press and not a book club. However, that does not mean that they are of absolutely no interest to any collectors. Despite six of crows being a spin off of the grisha series, reading them isnt necessary to fully enjoy this book.
Previously, id read ony three of the books out of order and over a considerable period of time. Book club editions can usually be identified as such by one of a few telltale signs. Share and discuss the books youve just purchased or are currently reading. The limited editions club, much as its title suggests, was a subscriptionbased book club intent on circulating limited edition copies of classic titles to its members. There are major differences between the large book club groups, both in the physical quality of the books they distribute and in the manner in which they identify their. This edition first published in great britain in 1998 by orion paperback 9. Identify uk 1st editions the collector info on rare stephen king. The best site on the net for info on rare stephen king books. Heres an article on the subject if youre really interested. Book collecting article about book collecting by the. Mar 28, 2017 the limited editions club, much as its title suggests, was a subscriptionbased book club intent on circulating limited edition copies of classic titles to its members.
As a member, youll receive six newly published first edition fiction books signed by the authors and an occasional nonfiction title over the course of one year. So, you have just entered the world of book collecting, and have probably realized that the task of properly identifying collectible books is not as simple as it first. When deciding which club to approach remember the scope, and seriousness, of each club differs and some are aimed at general lovers of books while others are aimed at highend collectors. I have heard that when a book has the words book club edition on it, no matter how old the book is, that book has no value. Common subjects search for books published by book club associates. Newbies can certainly be forgiven for not automatically recognizing all of the clues. Here s an article on the subject if youre really interested. Advanced search browse collections classic browse how abebooks. The finepress book association an association of collectors of modern fine press books. Isbn 9780902028890 9780902028890 hardcover, antique collectors club, 1980. Book clubs have been around since the invention of books.
I used to belong to the mystery guild book club and their editions were indeed smaller than the same title purchased from a store. Associates twocd deluxe editions superdeluxeedition. A book club copy will always be a book club copy, even though it states first edition. Nov 03, 2003 finally, some book clubs produce richly upgraded, limited editions which are collectible in their own right, and prices for these sometimes exceed prices for the corresponding first trade editions. Just as in standard book collecting, the indicators. Any publication meant to serve as a resource for those interested in learning about or collecting a specific type of item is considered a collectors book. First editions of books by their favourite authors are often the most valued items in collectors. In fact, some book club editions will have a blank box where the bar code normally goes. Im sure you are correct ive come across many book club editions that appear physically identical to the proper trade editions. If repackaged properly, an old book can become just as popular as a new one. Veronese, educational spaces, florence architectural guide allemandis architecture guides. The collectors is the third book in david baldacci s camel club series and whilst it works perfectly as a standalone thriller, i have just completed reading the series in sequence. Finally, some book clubs produce richly upgraded, limited editions which are collectible in their own right, and prices for these sometimes exceed prices for the corresponding first trade editions. The silmarillion bca edition from 1978 tolkien library.
Book geeks and bookniks whats the difference between a. The collectors is the third book in david baldaccis camel club series and whilst it works perfectly as a standalone thriller, i have just completed reading the series in sequence. First published in 1952, the current edition the 9th has been updated to include terms spawned by the internet and for the first time illustrations. Antique collectors club acquired, changes name, adds categories. Before the days of the internet they used to send a magazine out to people with a different selection each month often discounted by quite a margin but with the caveat that if you didnt. Veronese, educational spaces, florence architectural guide allemandis architecture. When your home moves on wheels, your neighbours are forever changing. Ioba identifying book club editions independent online.
Antique collectors club acquired, changes name, adds. Heart of darkness joseph conrad color etchings by sean scully. Collegiate book collecting championship annual collegiate book collecting contest, promoting book collecting to the next generation. Book clubs frequently neglect to remove edition indicators from the plates before printing their copies. Bmg are to reissue scottish postpunk band associates first three albums as twocd deluxe editions, along with a new doubledisc anthology. For more collectible tolkien books please see my other listings at. Book club editions usually refers to a massmarket book club like the book of the month club, the science fiction book club, or others that operated on the subscription model. Book club associates publisher 78 works 587 ebooks. A guide to identification by edward zempel and linda verkler. The james bond novels published by the book club ian flemings early james bond novels are some of the most collectible first editions in modern fiction. Book club editions are often sold as first editions, and can be almost identicalbut are often slightly different sizes and wont have prices on the dust jackets.
The price guide to victorian, edwardian, and 1920s furniture 18601930. Hardcover book club editions may be a little smaller than a trade hardcover, and may feel lighter. More editions of the price guide to victorian, edwardian, and 1920s furniture 18601930. Meeting fellow van dwellers is one of the most rewarding aspects of vanlife say calum creasey and laura smith. They were always printed using the exact paper and production values as the standard editions. If you just want the book to read it, a book club copy is fine. Book club editions sometimes have different dustwrappers to publishers copies, though this may be only in the name on the spine. The silmarillion first american hardcover edition by tolkien, j. Many paperback originals pbos exist in hardcover only in a book club edition. 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 that s why there are so many out there. Pages in category book clubs the following 24 pages are in this category, out of 24 total.
Whether you love reading, collecting books or simply the idea of a surprise in novel form, consider joining our signed first editions club. Along the x axis is time, and on the y axis is the count of editions published. Identifying book club edition books a guide to identify. Paperback book club editions are often a little larger than the trade paperbacks. It might even work if you put book club or bca in brackets after the title. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable. Acquired in august 2016 by australias images publishing group, antique collectors club, a 50yearold firm specializing in publishing and distributing illustrated art books, has been renamed. Ive heard some, though certainly not all book club editions can be collectingworth a bit of money. Beware of spine labels such as bca book club associates, tlc the. This graph charts editions from this publisher over time. Today, the limited editions club lec is an important part of the rare book business and the books are adored by collectors. Click to view a single year, or drag across a range. Note the striped headband on the book on the bottom.
Jul 19, 2015 the james bond novels published by the book club ian flemings early james bond novels are some of the most collectible first editions in modern fiction. As long as people have been collecting, printed guides to popular items have been produced by a variety of sources, from major publishers to individual enthusiasts, detailing a particular. A clean straight book in a bright complete dust jacket. Most book collectors steer clear of them with a few exceptions. As a member, youll receive six newly published first edition fiction books signed by the authors and an occasional nonfiction title over the. I used to work for macmillan and for several other book publishers too. Formed in scotland in 1976 by billy mackenzie vocals and alan rankine synths guitars programming, the pair settled on the name associates in 1979 after a short period as the ascorbic ones and then for a while in. There are major differences between the large book club groups, both in the physical quality of the books they distribute and in the manner in which they identify their books. Collecting book club editions book collectors librarything. Founded in 1929 in new york city by george macy, the club consisted of a select group of book enthusiasts limited in number to 2,000. See the image for an example using jean auels clan of the cave bear. Founded in 1966, book club associates bca work with other publishers and suppliers to offer a range of well known books at sometimes very low prices. Obviously, my recent sfbc books probably arent worth much. There is no such thing as a first edition book club edition.
Its the reason why publishers constantly push out new editions of old books. Schwabs new york times bestselling trilogy with the shades of magic collectors editions boxed set, featuring revamped covers, reading ribbons, stunning fan art, and exciting bonus material. A guide to collecting books by the limited editions club. The book on the top, missing this element, is the book club edition. Even though not issued on strictly a monthly basis, most of the letters were titled, the monthly letter of the limited editions club. Book collecting article about book collecting by the free. Explore the shades of magic world more deeply than ever before with the help of updated glossaries of. The worldbuilding and development had all the flare of a standalone story, and it was so good to see it from the eyes of such a diverse range of characters. Unlike the 1977 book club associates edition which looks nearly identical to the first. Copies of john grishams first book are worth more than. Beware of spine labels such as bca book club associates, tlc the leisure circle, ru readers union, rs reprint society.
I was wondering how one would know whether or not this was the case. In most any hardcover modern work of fiction, the dust jacket has a price in the front flap. Book collectors use points, such as broken type and text excisions, to distinguish between different issues of first editions. The book is part of the faux leather edition series done by penguin and includes many other classic novels as well.
In most cases, books released through book ofthemonth club bomc are much nicer than book club editions bce released by the doubleday book clubs. Reprints are also generally of much less value to collectors. Easton press, limited editions club, franklin library, book club of california. It is important for collectors to identify book club editions and first trade editions. The book collector s magazine resource for book collecting, first editions, rare, antiquarian books. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable should. The first novel, casino royale commands eye watering sums of money and for many lovers of the genre the idea of collecting a full set of the first editions. A book club edition bce or book of the month club edition bomc refers to a book printed by a book club with cheaper materials than the original publishing house, and is generally not worth much to the serious collector. Identifying book club editions book club editions frequently can drive very experienced dealers and collectors to distraction. Book collecting is the collecting of books, including seeking, locating, acquiring, organizing, cataloging, displaying, storing, and maintaining whatever books are of interest to a given collector. Book club editions for the most part see the end of this writeup for the exceptions are not of collectible value and cause a lot of confusion for many book collectors. We have the very best deals book depository has to offer with superb discounts on kids books, as well as art and photography bargains, and lifestyle and cookbook savings. Book collector article about book collector by the free.
If your copy doesnt have a dust jacket to compare by, there are other ways to potentially tell it it s a book club edition, but without the dust jacket, it s value is. Book club editions dont have ibsns but are quite often listed on here, try putting the title in the search box and it should come up with all the editions. Experience the fate of beloved heroes and notorious foes in v. Book club associates bca was a mailorder and online book selling company in the united. Book collecting clubs and bibliographic societies can offer meetings, lectures or seminars, libraries, and even publish books.
Apr 16, 2017 it s the reason why publishers constantly push out new editions of old books. The picture at left shows the top page edges of a book club edition and the first trade edition of the same title. 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 love of books is bibliophilia, and someone who loves to read, admire, and collect books is called a bibliophile book collecting can be easy and inexpensive. Fine, clean first edition of this collection of stories and insights by j.
A limited editions club letter was issued with each book, containing detailed notes from the publisher about the book with which it was issued. George passed away in 1956 but his widow, helen, ran the company until the early 1970s when she retired and sold to boise cascade who sold the firm again. Tolkien the silmarillion 1978 uk book club associates ed. Only the books that do not have those words are the ones that would have value. Feb 15, 2010 the limited editions club was a book club.
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