The following is a complete list of books published by stephen king, an american author of contemporary horror, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. The outsider is a horror novel by american author stephen king, published on may 22, 2018, by scribner. Here, submitted for your approval, are the short story collections of stephen king. In general, book club editions are more cheaply printed than the trade 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. But when an insidious supernatural force edges its way into the case, it leads a seasoned cop. Carrie 1974 historical essay richards thoughts guest essay by ray garton richards followup salems lot 1975 historical essay richards thoughts guest essay by christopher golden the shining. I enjoyed the book although it is not king at its finest. Nightmares and dreamscapes hardcover 1st edition 6. Get the best deals on stephen king books in english inscribed when you shop the largest online selection. Stephen king collectibles an illustrated price guide by.
Jul 15, 2019 so many of stephen kings books have been adapted for film or television that its possible to be very familiar with his body of work even if youve never read a word of it. Stephen king books in chronological order stephen king. 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. After a rash of shootings at schools, king pulled this book from distribution, and its hard to find these daysand not worth. His recent work includes the institute, elevation, the outsider, sleeping beauties cowritten with his son owen king, and the bill hodges trilogy. It stephen king first edition signed raptis rare books. He has also written nearly two hundred short stories and published a series of comics called the gunslinger born, based on his the dark tower series. There is no such thing as a first edition book club edition. First edition of kings 22nd book and 18th novel written under his own name. The company that helped bring clint eastwoods the mule to theaters gobbled up the book rights.
Easton press, limited editions club, franklin library, book club of california all examples. September 21, 1947 is the bestselling american author of 50 horror, suspsense, and science fictionfantasy novels. You know that first edition printings describe a book that is likely to be worth more than a second printing or later edition, but what of that hardcover on your shelf. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, and many of them have been adapted into feature films, television movies and comic books. Mar 04, 2014 for more recommended books, see stephen kings reading list part ii and part iii. I have a regular copy of insert title here signed by sk, how much is it worth. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable. Any book without a price on the dustjacket is a book club bc edition. Kennedy, which occurred on november 22, 1963 the novels titular date. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book.
Great prices on stephens latest titles, as well as access to all of his classics. However, the world of stephen king book collecting is a whole different beast. On writing book by stephen king official publisher. First edition book values how much is a book worth. My wife has a box full of his books but dont know what they are worth she. As king is one of americas best and foremost short story writers, this is a matter that bears rectifyingafter all, there are more than 100 stories spread across his 10 collections, and thats a considerable body of work. You do realize though that the books you get through the club are below regular standards and dont last as long. He is well known for writing the horror novel it which revolves around a mysterious maleficent being that terrorizes children. Fans of stephen king should also check out this amazing graphic of the steph en king universe designed by australian illustrator gillian james, as well as this video in which king discusses the art of the short story.
Pet sematary by stephen king 1983, hardcover, 1st edition. Stephen king biography affair, married, wife, ethnicity, nationality, salary, net worth, height married biography who is stephen king. Nov 06, 2014 here is the list of stephen kings books were reading as part of stephen king revisited, along with links to the essays and other content we have posted for each book. Please see images of condition and email prior to purchase. She is married to author stephen king and is the mother of joe hill, owen king, and naomi king. Just as in standard book collecting, the indicators. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into films, television series, miniseries, and comic books.
Stephen king net worth what is stephen king worth now. King was born tabitha janefrances spruce in old town, maine to raymond george and sarah jane white spruce and is one of eight children. 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 first edition of harry potter and the philosophers stone is the only book in the series that credits joanne rowling as its author j. Stephen king author see all 5 formats and editions. Here is the list of stephen king s books were reading as part of stephen king revisited, along with links to the essays and other content we have posted for each book. Oct 30, 2019 i will go book by book and give you all the information you need to identify stephen king first editions. Married means that a dust jacket from one copy of a book has been paired. How to identify a first edition of carrie, by stephen king. If you only have a passing familiarity with the original stephen king novel, you might think its simply about a killer clown. Stephen king net worth 2020 salary house cars wiki.
He lives in maine with his wife, novelist tabitha king. Browse our fine collection of stephen king signed first edition books. Stephen king book of the month club showing 128 of 28 messages. Buy stephen king collectibles an illustrated price guide by george beahm online at alibris. He is an acclaimed author of contemporary suspense, fantasy, horror, and science fiction. Find them by posting ads on an online classified service like craigslist or at your local book store or library. It is a stephen king library book with a imprinted signature on the cover. Stephen king books list of books by author stephen king. Mar 12, 2020 in the past ive had a hard time reading stephen king. Oct 28, 2016 over the years, ive read just about all of stephen kings booksnovels, novellas, collections, comicsyou name it. Cujo begins as a remarkably good natured german shepherd and descends into a psychotic beast.
Based on stephen kings bestselling novel of the same name, the outsider begins by following a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy. Best stephen king books 47 books goodreads share book. 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. Sorry to interject, because i didnt catch the first part of this thread, but i joined this club a couple of years ago. Even though they say they will ask you before sending you any books, they kept.
However, it is a book club edition, since the autograph is authentic, could it still have any true value, if so, how much do you think. Im really glad i got back into him, and duma key was a great book to start with. 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. Steinbeck, his first wife, carol, ricketts, and a small crew sailed to the sea of cortez. Just this year, four of kings books are hitting the big screen by way of the rec. Book club editions including readers digest condensed books. Identifying book club editions one girl collecting. First edition of king s 22nd book and 18th novel written under his own name.
How much is my stephen king hardcover collection worth. 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. I have a book club edition of creepshow but it is not in the best condition since i loned it out to careless people. Oct 02, 2011 im not a big fan of stephen king,but ive heard misery is an awesome book and a lot better than the movie, since the book goes into more detail. Being far more numerous than the true first edition, book club copies are far. Thinner is a 1984 novel by stephen king, published under his pseudonym richard bachman. The presence and condition of a dust jacket is critical to a books value in the rare. The cover is worn and the first two pages are just a bit loose at the. This information is provided because often, book club editions of books. I want to sell it, but im not sure how much i could sell all of it for. Stephen king is a literary icon, a status hes achieved by a defining a genre. 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. Demand too many comparable copies currently for sale may indicate a glut in the market. Stephens new short story appears in the march 2020 edition of harpers.
Stephen edwin king born september 21, 1947 is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy novels. If your copy is a 3rd printing, or a book club edition, it wont have the same value as a first edition. Fans of stephen king enjoy getting together to talk about what theyve read, and thats where a book discussion group comes in. Stephen king books in english inscribed for sale ebay. But i was young and my worst attempt was to read the stand, which i found to be too realistic. The best way to build your own stephen king library. Imagine you have on a table in front of you two copies of stephen kings first novel, carrie.
You can find detailed help on identifying book club editions here. I also have a stamped book plate with my name and from the library of marie l. A definitive ranking of every stephen king short story. Medical husbands controlling their wives and dismissing them as crazy. Check out the below article to know the complete information regarding stephen king networth, his salary, houses, cars, and his other investments details. Stephen edwin king is an american author of contemporary horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. His acclaimed nonfiction book, on writing, is also a bestseller.
If youre a fan, however, its also a deeply satisfying hobby ive dabbled myself, and some of the limited or special editions from king and other authors are not just books but works of art. Its the holy grail for collectors of stephen king books a true first edition of salems lot from 1975, the authors second book. See more ideas about books, reading and good books. There is no slip case as in the picture or anything.
Stephen king biography affair, married, wife, ethnicity. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television shows, and comic books. An excellent near fine example in a near fine dust jacket. Stephen king signed limited and signed first edition books. Stephen king, carrie signed first edition book club. Unpriceclipped dust jacket has only very light wear along bottom edge.
Stephen king booktofilm adaptations ranked from the very. If you find you have a first edition and are curious about the value, there are numerous places you can look. Great prices on stephen s latest titles, as well as access to all of his classics. How much is my hardcover stephen king collection worth.
Start your stephen king book club by getting together a group of people interested in reading king s books. Stephen king is, without a doubt, the most popular horror writer of all time. King s 1st five novels are all the same size as bookclub editions. It is the 60th book published by stephen king, his 49th novel and the 42nd under his own name. I have some signed books, a few first editions, a couple of rare releases, some stuff thats old but in great condition, and books by my favorite authors that are now out of print. 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. Oprah winfrey added it to her illustrious book club list. Every single stephen king book, ranked from worst to best.
Though a book club edition, appears on first sight to be identical to the original first printing with same wrapper and graphics etc. Theres no way we can get to all of them here, but below is a sampling of some of the most soughtafter and rare stephen king editions around. Stephen is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. I have gound 2 of 7 so far that im fairly sure are 1st editions though. A hardcover book published in 1958 by viking isnt the same as a reprint published by penguin in 1963. King has published seven novels, under the pen name richard bachman. Stephen king is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. This is a comprehensive guide to stephen king first editions. I didnt know the difference from a book club edition to a 1st edition when i had stephen king sign the book for me. He was the recipient of the 2003 national book foundation medal for distinguished contribution to american letters, and in 2007, he received the grand master award from the mystery writers of america. Collecting creepshow stephen king softcover comic april 27. If you have more than a couple of dozen books to sell, it is often worth phoning to make sure.
Rowlings birth name before she took a pen name and a. Henry prize winner, two other award winners, four stories published by the new yorker, and riding the bullet, king s original e book, which attracted over half a million online readers and became the. The autograph is authentic and it is signed and dated, it is of pet sematary. If anyone who hasnt read any of his books, i say read watchers first. In flint city, oklahoma, police detective ralph anderson arrests popular teacher and little league coach terry maitland in front of a crowd of baseball spectators, charging him with raping, mutilating and killing an 11yearold boy. King has published 63 novels, including seven under. Its the holy grail for collectors of stephen king books a true first edition of. The reasons that book club editions are less valuable should. How and why you should become a book collector anthony. It was the last novel king released under the richard bachman pseudonym until the release of the regulators in 1996, and the last released prior to bachman being outed as being stephen king s pseudonym. Appears to have had some water damage to dust jacket and front and back end pages. He has published 61 novels, including seven under the pen name richard bachman, and six nonfiction books. His book s are very hard to put down once you start reading. This is the second state dark blue dust jacket with large stephen king bright yellow letters.
Carrie by stephen king, first edition, signed abebooks. Unfortunately i think many of mine will be book club books,so ill have them to reread for many years. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The top 10 rare and pricey stephen king books litreactor. 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. We are reading all of stephen king s published books novels, collections, nonfiction in the order of. Here is my list of ten of his lesserknown titles that i think are worth reading. The ultimate prize for stephen king collectors abebooks.
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