Sunday, January 17, 2016

The Stephen King Library Red Leather Editions

OK, it's time to get my little project back on course.  I do hope to keep a pace of about one post every week or so.  I've been lazy for a few...

So let's try this...
There was a set of special Stephen King editions published that were known as "The Red Leather Editions"
They were put out by a Book of the Month group known as "The Stephen King Library".
  
My Red Leather editions.
 
These were editions that were only made available to members of the Book Club.  Each book was bound in a red faux leather with Stephen King's signature stamped on the front cover in gold. 
 
There were a total of 37 King books that got this published treatment. 
They have become a sought after item for King Fans and can be found today on the "Secondary Markets", for those hearty collectors out there who have long "Needful Kings" lists.  That's how I got mine.
 
For those interested, the list of titles (in chronological order of original publication) were:
Carrie, Salem's Lot, The Shining, Night Shift, The Stand, The Dead Zone, Firestarter, Cujo, Different Seasons, Christine, Pet Sematary, Thinner, Skeleton Crew, It, Eyes of the Dragon, Misery, The Tommyknockers, The Dark Half, Four Past Midnight, The Stand Uncut, Needful Things, Gerald's Game, Delores Claiborne, Nightmares and Dreamscapes, Insomnia, Rose Madder, Desperation, Bag of Bones, Storm of the Century, The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon, Hearts in Atlantis, On Writing, Secret Windows, Dreamcatcher, Black House,  Everything's Eventual, and From a Buick 8.
 
Of the original 37 books, I have 31.  I am still only missing the six titles listed in Italics.
That's why this constant reader is also a constant seeker.
Anyone out there have extras for sale or trade?... Just Askin'... 

Here's some closer looks at these unique King editions:


 
 
The one stat I would really like to know is, just how many copies of each edition were printed???
 
If there is anyone out there with that kind of information, OR knows where to find the info, please let us know.
 
Thanks for stopping in, I hope you enjoyed seeing these items and learning a little more about them.
 

49 comments:

  1. Dear Sirs,
    I am a dealer of rare Russian / Soviet books based in Moscow. Some time ago I sold to a passionate Stephen King’s book collector the first Russian / Soviet edition of “Carrie”. This person told me that he has searched for years for this book being it very rare. In these days I found on the market another copy and I thought to propose it to you.

    Stephen King - Carrie - Moscow - 1993 - 223 pp.




    In case of interest please contact me.
    Thanks & regards,
    Lucio Alberti
    +79267060951

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  2. p.s.

    my email is : fcrus.fcrus@mail.ru

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  3. was wondering if you have a red leather edition it youd be willing to part as for the information you requested i believe grandma was club memeber and thats how i got my set ill have to go through the papers and see if theres more info

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  4. was wondering if you have a red leather edition it youd be willing to part as for the information you requested i believe grandma was club memeber and thats how i got my set ill have to go through the papers and see if theres more info

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  5. was wondering if you have a red leather edition it youd be willing to part as for the information you requested i believe grandma was club memeber and thats how i got my set ill have to go through the papers and see if theres more info

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  7. Not sure if you are still looking for them, but what would you be willing to trade for Dream Catcher, From a Buick 8, and Everything's Eventual red leather books?

    Email me at jjgalgano@gmail.com if interested. Thank you!

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  8. I have a conplete set of the red bound faux leather set. They all habe NEVER been cracked open. Kept in great storage condition. My email is Whoatemytwinkie7@gmail.com if you or anyone you know is interested in any of these to conplete you collections email me.

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    1. Im interested in a few title's. Black house, the girl who loved Tom Gordon, bag of bones, Dream catcher, Storm of the century. Do you or would you sell them? Thanks, Nick

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    2. I sent you email. Thanks

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    3. Were you able to sell your books?
      I have a whole set and was looking for help tp sell?

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    4. Looking for On Writing and EE L7mj@aol.com

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    5. I have 35 of the 37 as well as every hardcover, paperback,softcover, vhs movie, some international editions of paperback (Carrie, Dead Zone,Christine)2 copies of The Shining, Carrie, Night Shift, Salems Lot, Firestarter,The Stand Uncut, Companion Book, Insomnia, Just After Sunset, Under The Dome, Duma Key and duplicates of red leather shining,dead zone, Firestarter, Pet Sem, N&D, Desperation and Cujo. Also the comic book series (complete with all variations of covers) of gunslinger! If anyone has anything that I don’t contact me we can make a deal,Ty L7mj@aol.com

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    6. Hey Ty, I'm Tim and this is my Blog. Unfortunately it ran out of steam and I have not posted anything in years.
      But your recent post caught my attention because not only am I a 'constant reader', I am also a 'constant seeker'. Have been a collector for 32 years and always open to new opportunities to fill holes in my collection. (I do have a few tradable pieces as well)
      Would be interested in checking out any items that you may be willing to sell/trade. My e-mail is dixztim@shaw.ca. Would like to compare notes and collections. Thanks Tim

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  9. Just found a complete set, in new, mint condition. Some have never been opened, they still "crack" when opening the cover. Paid $375 cash. Beautiful set, feel extremely lucky!

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    1. Wow, that is awesome lucky. Nice score. We all dream of those sweet finds. Still looking to fill out my set. Missing six.

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    2. He started at $1700. I watched until they were down to $500. Offered $350, he agreed to $375.

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  10. Now that is cool dealing. That worked out to $10 per volume. That was one astonishing transaction! Good on you man...

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  11. Right?? We were thrilled to find such a deal....especially since it's a completely set!

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  12. HI ! I am searching for "Black House" in the Red Signed Book Club Edition. Anyone where I my purchase this one??? Thank You so much for your response!

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  13. We're these red leather editions published at the same time as the standard first edition or at a later date?

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  14. I do not have proof of actual publication dates of the RLE's, but I do believe that they were not published at the same time as the original novels were. These were all released to members of The Stephen King Library, a book club where you would receive a copy of an already published King novel on a monthly basis. As a bonus, they included these special editions. As well, from 2006 to 2014, they included a yearly desk calendar that were very cool. You can find a post about them on this blog. Thanks for asking.

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  15. I have a complete 37 book (unread) Stephen King Library collection. Bound in red leather look with all gold lettering and his signature in gold on the front of each. Looking to sell to an avid collector. Have been trying to research a price I should be asking
    If I remember correctly they were $24.95 each when I purchased them. Any advice orserious interest?

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    1. Good morning Anonymous:
      Are these books still available? I am very interested in the complete 37 book set. I am an avid Stephen King fan and I live in Canada (I hope that isn't a problem); these books a impossible to find here. Please email me at wayne.eisan@yahoo.com
      Thanks so much,
      Wayne Eisan

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    2. I am also interested in your books. Bhowellco@gmail.com

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    3. Mr. Anonymous Smith, I have made many attempts to reach you, both here and through your email, without success. I know I have the correct email because your name actually shows when I type in the email address you gave me. I certainly hope BailyCo was able to reach you and worked out a deal. I am disappointed that you could not reach out and contact me.
      Wayne Eisan

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  16. I still have all 37 of mine in mint condition. Email me @ Whoatemytwinkie7@gmail.com (the email is weird but legit i assure)

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    1. I sent you an email to your email address you posted.
      Wayne

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    2. Good evening Mr. Anonymous Smith:
      I was wondering if you are still interested in selling your collection of Stephen King Library Red Leather style books?
      I have sent you a couple of emails.
      Thanks,
      Wayne Eisan

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    3. Good evening Mr. Anonymous:
      Are your books still available? You say your email is weird but legit; however, I have sent you 4 emails without a reply. Maybe you can check you spam email in case mine are going there for whatever reason. Thanks, Wayne Eisan

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  17. I have been looking for the Stephen King Library Red Leather style bound hardcover books in the complete 37 issue set. Does anyone know where I can get my hands on these books? eBay has a few but not all of them. I would prefer to purchase the complete set and am willing to pay a premium because of it. I am also willing to pay the shipping.
    Thanks,
    Wayne

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  19. I have 36 of the 37 (missing the edited version of The Stand). I will be posting the entire set for sale on ebay in the next week.

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    1. Hi and good evening pwa:
      I would be very interested in these books. I have purchased 7 thus far; however, I would still be willing to acquire the full set. I have been watching eBay but have not seen them. Are they listed separately or as one lot? Thanks. If possible you can also email me at wayne.eisan@yahoo.com. Best regards, Wayne Eisan

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    2. Good afternoon:
      I was wondering if you are still planning on listing these Stephen King Red Leather bound books on eBay?
      Best regards,
      Wayne Eisan

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  20. I am still in the market for the Stephen King Library Red Leather Bound books set of 37. After many messages and emails apparently Anonymous Smith and pwa do not have these after all. I am very serious about acquiring these books. If anyone has these and is serious about selling them, please email me at wayne.eisan@yahoo.com Thank you so much, Wayne

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  21. I am still in the market for the Stephen King Library Red Leather Bound books set of 37. After many messages and emails apparently Anonymous Smith and pwa do not have these after all. I am very serious about acquiring these books. If anyone has these and is serious about selling them, please email me at wayne.eisan@yahoo.com Thank you so much, Wayne

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    1. There is a post about a set of SKLRLB available for sale.

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  22. I have a set of the Stephen King Red Leather Library for sale which includes 34 of the 37. (Missing Insomnia, Thinner, and The Stand (Complete and Uncut)). Many are unread, a couple have been well-read. They will be posted on E-Bay soon. If interested, please e-mail me at pmazanet@comcast.net. Thanks! Pam

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    1. Hi pam ☺ i sent you an email.

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    2. Looking for On Writing and EE if u have them

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  23. I am willing to sell 35 of the 37 red leather books. I don’t have 2 of them. Would need to look through the list to confirm which two. Please email if interested! nolanmcconnell9@gmail.com

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  24. I have sold these. Thanks for reaching out!

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  25. I have a set of 36 books. I’m missing From a Buick 8, I’m trying to get one from eBay but they keep sending me the wrong book. I would like to sell the whole collection, they are in great condition. If anyone is interested please email me
    jeanmcdade912@gmail.com

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    1. Looking for On Writing and EE if I still have them

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  27. I have 32 of 37 that I'm looking to sell. If interested email me at mradamdietz@gmail.com

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