How can I tell if my book is valuable?
How can I tell if my book is valuable?
How to Tell if a Book is a First Edition
- Copyright Date. The first thing you want to do is check the copyright date!
- Look for the Words “First Edition” on the Copyright Page. This will fluctuate depending on the publishing house, but most publishers will designate that a book is a first edition on the copyright page.
- Look for the Print Run Number.
How do I find out what a book is worth?
The easiest way to know how much your copy of a book is worth on the open market is to check on how much similar copies are currently being offered for. Fill out this form with enough information to get a list of comparable copies. You probably don’t need to include every word of the title and author’s name.
How many first edition Harry Potter books are there?
Hardcover first-edition first printings of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone have become the “Holy Grail” for Potter collectors. Only 500 were published, 300 of which were issued to libraries.
How do you know if Prisoner of Azkaban is first edition?
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban First edition first printings will have the number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 and a block of misaligned text on page seven.
How can you identify a first edition book?
The Numbers If a 1 is present – in any sequence – it’s usually a sign that the book is a first edition. If a book reads something like 3 5 7 9 8 6 4, then your book is not part of the first printing (the example above indicates a third printing cycle).
How do you sell a 1st Edition book?
Where to sell your rare book online
- Flipsy.com – Sell your book on Flipsy.
- Direct Textbook – Get the best price offer for your book.
- Ebay – Run your own book auction.
- Amazon.com – Sell your rare book on Amazon.
- Abe Books – Look up individual book buyers.