A pocket guide to the identification of first editions details the methods over 4,600 different publishers use to identify their first editions. A book club edition is quite often of smaller size and printed on. Our extraordinary books are an elegant addition to any home or office, and make the perfect gift for christmas, birthdays, fathers day, mothers day or any. Most book collectors steer clear of them with a few exceptions. The following table is an excerpt from our book the childrens picturebook price guide. First editions of wellloved books can become the most prized in literature. The collector the best site for info on limited edition stephen king available at both and. Read an exclusive excerpt from elizabeth strouts olive, again. Most book club editions, especially older ones, are smaller than publishers versions, and are easy to distinguish. Oprah announces olive, again by elizabeth strout, as the latest selection for oprahs book club. Notice too that the words red october on the first edition are a dark red, while the same words on the book club edition are a much brighter red. Easton press, limited editions club, franklin library, book club of california all examples. Condition is very important and will greatly influence value. The first edition of gone with the wind has been reprinted over 100 times since it was first published.
Open the book and look at the inside flap of the dust jacket. Book club editions book of the month clubs often use the same printing plates as the original publisher, right down to the words first edition on the printing history. Whether you want the cheapest reading copy or a specific collectible edition, with bookfinder, youll find just the right book. There are book club editions that have the same full number line as the true first u. Collecting james bond first editions meier and sons. 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. If you prefer to try to price your collection on your own, a number of notable books will give you an idea about the worth or value of your book collection. Has every book imaginable, including many collectors rare editions abebooks specializes in rare books, great place to research book values mostly specializes in used textbooks if you are a student check them out. The cameo editions are the book club editions that feature artwork by polly bolian. If the title is harry potter and the philosophers stone. Seuss books should also own a copy of first editions of dr. First editions are soughtafter by book collectors and a first edition is usually more valuable than a later printing. Conservative book club your home for conservative books and.
You can find detailed help on identifying book club editions here. The limited editions club of new york was started in 1929 by george macy. Book club edition will usually be found on the inside of the dust jacket. The values book is an excellent source of information and activities to encourage values in your child. The estimated values are for first edition books, with dust jackets. Ioba identifying book club editions independent online. But unsigned first printings are extremely valuable as well. To kill a mockingbird book won the pulitzer prize for fiction. A first edition signed by the author will have even. For more than 50 years, the conservative book club has guided book lovers to the best conservative books and authors of our times. Each book is a collector edition that is as magnificent to see as it is to read. In terms of monetary value, book club editions are usually at the bottom of the. 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. You could probably do worse for assessing the value of a book than by looking it up.
The seller stated that this book could be considered a 1st edition due to the stamp of the book club was not stamped on the book. Rare and valuable books old and not so old books worth. The catcher in the rye first edition points and values j. What is the value of a book club edition in top condition. First edition points to identify to kill a mockingbird by. If you have a book that seems smaller than others, it very well may be a book club edition. How to identify book club editions page 1 of 2 bookthink. Additionally, there are millions of book club editions in print. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. Collecting,identifying, and valuing first edition beginner books.
The mostfamous book club is the book of the month club, which began in 1926, and still exists, although with a much smaller membership than in its heyday, when to be selected by the book of the month club was a guarantor of commercial success. First printings of the each of beginner books published from 1957to1973 should be considered by childrens book collectors. Book club editions are generally differentiated from trade editions, and some people collect specific trade editions. 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. Book club editions are generally more cheaply made than publishers editions. If you just want the book to read it, a book club copy is fine. The best site on the net for info on rare stephen king books. A book club edition is far less valuable than the true first u. What is the value of 1938 edition of gone with the wind book. Apr 04, 20 how to identify the first edition of the catcher in the rye by j. Also, book club edition dust jackets dj are occasionally found on first editions to replace lost or damaged jackets. Trim size is given because book club editions are often smaller than trade editions. The paperback of the the blue book of guitar values by s. It is considered a book club edition rather than a true limited edition or gift edition.
The temperature should be steady, preferably somewhere between 65 and 70 degrees fahrenheit with good airflow to prevent mold. Greer elementary book club teaches girls positive values. Find golf club tradein and resales values for over 4,000 models of used golf clubs at the pga value guide, from leading manufacturers such as callaway, taylormade, taylor made, titleist, ping, odyssey, nike, cleveland, mizuno, cobra, adams, wilson. The hunt for red october by tom clancy first edition points. At 29yearsold, he was an avid reader who wanted to make his living from books. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Bc editions are not the same a 1st trade editions and are generally not collectable. First edition points to identify roots by alex haley.
As a collectible probably very little there is not much desire from collectors or dealers for club editions. 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. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. Feb 15, 2010 one example of a book club series that is worth collecting is the victor gollancz 1930s left book club and a prize item in my library is george orwells the road to wigan pier.
The authors cite changes in modern culture and use fun, creative methods to instill traditional values. A guide to collecting books by the limited editions club. A book club edition is quite often of smaller size and printed on lower quality paper than the regular trade edition. Book clubs frequently neglect to remove edition indicators from the plates before printing their copies. The dust jacket is the paper that is wrapped around the. If you find you have a first edition and are curious about the value. Only the books that do not have those words are the ones that would have value. How to identify first editions or a first printing of a book. Save over 40% all preorders are available at the membership price or one member credit, and because they are shipped separately, preorders are not eligible for feature selection bundle prices. His business revolved around publishing beautifully illustrated classic titles in relatively small quantities with club members paying a subscription. The book club edition on the right has lighter colored boards than the first edition on the left. Ive heard some, though certainly not all book club editions can be. Although these books do have some value, they are not nearly as valuable as the true trade editions.
Collecting book club editions book collectors librarything. The childrens picturebook price guide includes first edition identification points for twentynine of the books in the list click on the book s title to see first edition identification points for a particular book. Some book club editions look like first editions, but they seldom are. Seuss books, however there has not been as keen an interest in the nonseuss beginner books. The estimated values in the table are for first edition books with dust jackets. Identifying, and valuing first edition dr seuss books. Scholastic book clubs childrens books for parents and. That means that there are literally millions of copies of the book that can technically be referred to as first editions. Easton press sells the worlds greatest books, bound in genuine leather and accented with 22kt gold. Over 6 million books ready for shipment within 24 hours and 3. The value of your book depends on many things, so a professional appraisal is important whether you are planning to sell the book or to continue collecting books of the same type.
Stephen king novels first edition identification guide use the search to the right to search for title, publication date, publisher, etc title and cover. These books were usually limp covers in a sturdy orange fabric. A beatenup old book that is falling apart will have little value. Need help assessing a books value dune first edition. While the mainstream media tends to celebrate only books from the left, the conservative book club has provided a muchneeded resource for readers interested in conservative politics and conservative values. Collectors frequently ask whether book club editions are first editions, and whether these volumes have any additional value. When we have the luncheons, they sit down and they. Since it was founded in 1926, the book of the month club has been incredibly popular. He stated that this would be considered an oversight and the book could be considered a first edition. Rare books, outofprint books online half price books. In most cases, books released through bookofthemonth club bomc are much nicer than book club editions bce released by the doubleday book clubs. 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. Demand too many comparable copies currently for sale may indicate a glut in the market.
If your copy is a 3rd printing, or a book club edition, it wont have the same value as a first edition. Mar 26, 2015 are your old harry potter books worth anything. Book club edition dust jackets are easily identified because they do not have a price marked inside the front cover. Includes all the new 2019 makes and models, along with important pricing updates on many current and discontinued models. May, 2019 the best thing to do if youre serious about finding out the value of your books to have a professional book appraiser or bookseller evaluate your collection. A book club copy will always be a book club copy, even though it states first edition. Gift edition released by quality book club after first edition was released. If you have one of these rare books sitting on a shelf somewhere, get ready to cash in.
There may be other subtle differences in the jacket design. In publishing terms, an edition is technically all copies of a book that were. Links to websites to help you value, sell or find rare books. Book club edition does that mean that book has no value. This website is intended to help guide you and give you insight into what to look for when identifying first editions. Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price.
Need help assessing a book s value dune first edition. About 12 years ago, as i began a bookselling business, i bought the first edition of this book and ive often referred to it since. The book is available now on apple books in both e book and audiobook formats. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent childrens books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful lifelong readers and discover the joy and power of good books. Just as in standard bookcollecting, the indicators. Youll likely recover the cost of this book very quickly, with your new ability to figure out whats a first edition. Feb 12, 2008 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. Also, the dust jacket of a ted smart edition may have ordering information on the back cover. Book geeks and bookniks whats the difference between a. Blue book of gun values features of the new 40th edition blue book of gun values.
To kill a mockingbird first edition points and values. So collectors must track down identifying marks for the first trade edition and compare it to the book club edition. Again where the real editions are scarce, this may jack up the values of. As the above definition makes clear, book club editions are reprints of books for a defined audience. How to find, buy, and sell used and rare books by ian c. Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition dr. Seuss books 2002, by helen younger, marc younger, and dan hirsch. Hi, i have a book club edition of to kill a mockingbird. I used to belong to the mystery guild book club and their editions were indeed smaller than the same title purchased from a store. The uk version of a book club edition is the ted smart edition. Later printing trade edition dust jackets will often have a different price from what is found in the table.
Includes information on values and later printings book club editions. Often these bc editions will look very similar to an actual 1st edition except for the missing price on the dj. But they lack the embossed diamond pattern on the book boards. Many paperback originals pbos exist in hardcover only in a book club edition. While trying to figure out if some old books i had were worth any money, i found some notveryold books that are worth a surprising amount of cash. Stephen king novels first edition identification guide. In most cases, books released through book ofthemonth club bomc are much nicer than book club editions bce released by the doubleday. Browse and buy a vast selection of book club editions worth owning collections. Some of the jackets are quite scarce, but the bare books are not that difficult to find. Any book without a price on the dustjacket is a book club bc edition. The books have color frontispieces that match the front cover illustration. As the above definition makes clear, book club editions are reprints of books. Identifying book club edition books a guide to identify. Each chapter begins with a familiar rhyme recognizing a particular value.
More recent book ofthemonth club editions are often about the same size as their publisher edition counterparts. Signed first printings of the first edition command the highest value. What is the value of the book 1936 gone with the wind. Its easy to use, and small and light enough to fit in your pocket. Begin by choosing the proper environment for the books and manuscripts, keeping them out of direct sunlight and away from moisture. 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.
The ultimate prize for stephen king collectors abebooks. Often printed on lesserquality paper or in a noticeably smaller trim size see image above. Heres an article on the subject if youre really interested. Oct 30, 2019 this information is provided because often, book club editions of books tend to be smaller than the original. A hardcover book published in 1958 by viking isnt the same as a reprint published by penguin in 1963. The true first edition of the hunt for red october is 9. This page provides images for some of the telltale signs of the book club edition. They are identified on the publishers page thus, printed for the book people. The book club edition on the right features a different photo of the author on the dust jacket. Second printings are very rare and have high value.
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