A pocket guide to the identification of first editions details the methods over 4,600 different publishers use to identify their first editions. In most cases, books released through bookofthemonth club bomc are much nicer than book club editions bce released by the doubleday book clubs. Book clubs frequently neglect to remove edition indicators from the plates before printing their copies. But these book club editions are separate editions made from less expensive materials, and to a first edition collector, these book club editions are simply not the same as the original first editions. Were taking these two ideas and bringing them together the love for the physical book and the appreciation for a good suggestion. They still bore the publishers prices on the dust jackets.
A book club edition bce will be identified by the fact that it. Learn how to participate in oprahs book club, get the oprahs book club list, discover new books, read book. I also agree that book club editions are not priced uniquely. Raise the titanic book of the month club edition clive cussler on. Enroll in the signed first club and youll receive one signed first edition hardcover book each month, handpicked.
Book club editions are the cubic zirconia of book collecting in the sense that they look like the real thing, but are essentially reproductions with very low collectible value. Where a trade edition may have embossed or decorative elements on its cover and be printed on a better quality paper, a book club edition will. Estimates differ, but many hundreds of book clubs have. This is an important point to keep in mind because in part it explains why collectors find bomc editions of collected authors desirable and. What if cinderella never tried on the glass slipper. Book club editions may leave the area that normally has a barcode blank as well. Learn about a new club launched in spring 2019, delivering four debut novels each year, here. I know, i know, in the book world the lec is considered a fine press and not a book club. 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. Frequently asked questions what is a book club edition. But when she becomes witness to a grand conspiracy, she must find a way to stop the villains of past and present before its too late.
A guide to collecting books by the limited editions club. And 2 many stephen king collectors simply cannot afford first editions of kings early work. They also usually had a club emblem and corporate name inside the dust jackets. Just as in standard bookcollecting, the indicators vary between the different book clubs. Identifying book club edition books a guide to identify. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. 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 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. Unable to prove that shes the missing princess, cinderella attempts a fresh start. Limited editions club website design by network9network9. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Collecting book club editions book collectors librarything. The limited editions club of new york was started in 1929 by george macy. Simply enter the bar code number from the back of the book you bought for your free membership below.
Book club edition does that mean that book has no value. Another clue for book club edition books is that there frequently is no bar code on the back panel of the dust jacket. Book club editions usually refers to a massmarket book club like the book of the month. Book of the month club books usually bear a small square, circle, or other geometric shape on the lower righthand corner of the back cover. Book club editions are books produced specifically for book ofthemonth clubs or similar services.
The silver age 19601970 marks the second chapter in the folio societys collaboration with marvel comics. Members of the club receive a thoughtfully selected book delivered to them each month. How to identify book club editions page 1 of 2 bookthink. Its easy to use, and small and light enough to fit in your pocket. Of course, theres always the exception to help prove the rule. And so were proud to announce the parnassus first editions club. Identifying book club editions one girl collecting. You can use it to get other editions or related books for free. Some book club editions look like first editions, but they seldom are. Get the best deals on limited editions club when you shop the largest online selection at. Fedpo first edition frequently asked questions book club editions. 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. This page provides images for some of the telltale signs of the book club edition.
A book club edition bce or book of the month club edition bomc refers to a book printed by a. Editions of it by stephen king goodreads share book. Moonraker book club edition james bond fleming, ian on. Top signed first editions book clubs from around america. Inside the dust jacket, instead of a price, it will either read book club edition or have a 5digit code for identification. Ive heard some, though certainly not all book club editions can be collectingworth a bit of money. At 29yearsold, he was an avid reader who wanted to make his living from books.
Easton press, limited editions club, franklin library, book club of california all examples. 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. Browse and buy a vast selection of book club editions worth owning collections. A book club copy will always be a book club copy, even though it states first edition. Book club editions general selling questions amazon. Fedpo first edition frequently asked questions book club. A book club edition is quite often of smaller size and printed on. Novel editions is a book box subscription website for book lovers. 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. Our first editions club helps readers build their own library of collectible books. Youll likely recover the cost of this book very quickly, with your. His business revolved around publishing beautifully illustrated classic titles in relatively small. 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.
Significant soiling and dampstain to cloth boards, and spine in particular, with staining lower edge of text block. There is no such thing as a first edition book club edition. Over 30 revolutionary super heroes await you, including spiderman, the avengers and doctor strange. About once a month well choose a new first edition for you, have the author sign it, and then well mail it to you. The limited editions club was founded in 1929 by george macy 19001956 to publish finely made and finely illustrated limited editions of the classics of literature and of a few carefully selected contemporary titles, such as the grapes of wrath by john steinbeck. A first printing of the first book club edition as opposed to, say, later sk library book club editions is a consolation prize. Disney books official site disney publishing worldwide. Only the books that do not have those words are the ones that would have value. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Book club editions are the cubic zirconia of book collecting in the sense that they look like the real. In most cases, books released through book ofthemonth club bomc are much nicer than book club editions bce released by the doubleday book clubs. Ive heard some, though certainly not all book club editions can be collecting worth a bit of money. Many paperback originals pbos exist in hardcover only in a book club edition. 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.
The reasons that book club editions are less valuable. The signed first editions club is the ultimate way to build a personal library and will please true collectors and lovers of the written word. There are some general rules that do apply that can help you to correctly identify bce. We are located in canada and ship to canada and the united states. From 1980 to 1984, trade editions were used for book club editions. If so, you are entitled to a free trial subscription to our book club. In general, book club editions are more cheaply printed than the trade editions. Heart of darkness joseph conrad color etchings by sean scully. 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. A signed first edition may be a special and valuable book for its owner, and may be highly desirable to dealers and other collectors. Each signed first edition club pick is a first edition and first printing, personally signed by the author, delivered to you in pristine condition with its jacket in a.
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