Stephen King “Six Stories”: A Buyer’s Guide

December 30, 2008

This comprehensive guide is for anyone looking to purchase the signed limited edition of Stephen King’s “Six Stories” and who also wants to learn more about the book. This rare signed paperback is a short […]

Book Collecting: Purpose and Value

December 28, 2008

Book collecting is the bringing together of books which in their contents, their form or the history of the individual copy possess some element of permanent interest, and either actually or prospectively are rare, in […]

Provenance – Definition, Books, Art, and Antiques

December 22, 2008

A book’s provenance is a copy’s individual history, from the moment it leaves the printing press until the moment it comes into your hands. Determining provenance is rarely possible, but books may include indicative items […]

The Value of Collectible Books

December 20, 2008

Collectible book prices are a finicky thing. So how to determine a rare book’s value? The best way may, in fact, be to sell it. Whenever the topic of collectible books comes up in discussion, […]

Book Grading Definitions

December 20, 2008

Very Fine (VF) The highest grade given to any copy. A crisp, fresh copy with NO flaws. Even a minor blemish must not be graded Very Fine – there will be NO “Very Fine except….” […]

Signed First Editions: A Collector’s Crown Jewel

December 13, 2008

There are many benefits to collecting signed first editions, but value and historical relevance, particularly of important or impactful new books, top the list for many buyers. The value of an autographed first edition—one signed […]

The Top 5 Reasons to Collect First Editions

December 12, 2008

There are many reasons to collect books and many different versions of books to collect. But if you are looking to build a library that will appreciate in value over time and bring you as […]

Glossary of Common Book Terms and Definitions

December 12, 2008

Here is a list that you might find helpful. It is a glossary of commonly used books terms and definitions, both for reading and collectible copies. A Advanced Reading Copy – A copy for reviewers […]