16 May, 2017
2017-5-16 1:04:12 PM UTC
garm let me know that he had contacted the Waterstones (Oxford branch), by phone, to find out if they were selling trade and deluxe editions at the Alan Lee book signing event, and was told trade only
I have contacted HarperCollins about this, and am very happy with the response
We’ve noted that there has been some over-enthusiastic ordering in certain quarters, so we’re currently working on redistribution of stock to ensure that all bookshop events will have copies of the deluxe edition alongside the hardback. These events are for the fans so the last thing we want is for them to go away disappointed.
16 May, 2017
2017-5-16 2:02:19 PM UTC
Awesome! Can one of you work with me to arrange a signed copy since I can't get over the pond to do it myself? Please let me know so we can discuss details.
16 May, 2017
2017-5-16 2:34:53 PM UTC
I have contacted you about this.
16 May, 2017
2017-5-16 4:55:12 PM UTC
Sorry, I can't help but throw in that if there's anyone that might be able to grab me a signed copy, I would be eternally grateful (I'm also in the US). Of course I would be more than happy to compensate generously for the favour. I know there are probably a lot of people requesting this so I'm not expecting anything... just thought it couldn't hurt to ask.
That's nice to hear that HarperCollins is so thoughtful concerning the fans.
16 May, 2017
2017-5-16 5:37:36 PM UTC
Let me join in begging for a signed copy.
It would be great if someone could make that possible.
But like Berelach said, one can only ask and hope for the best.
17 May, 2017
2017-5-17 8:36:19 PM UTC
As I'm located in Germany, I won't make it to any of those event.
Could someone organise me a deluxe copy as well, I would be happy to pay for the expenses!
17 May, 2017
2017-5-17 10:59:46 PM UTC
Don't want to be a party pooper, but I'm not sure if another Lee signature is really that interesting or adds any value to a particular book. As a personal commemorative piece (a "I was there & Alan signed my book" kind of thing) it's definitely pretty cool. I think meeting Alan again & hearing what he has to say is the more interesting aspect tho'.
Any hint &/or possibility of CT bookplates or the like?
BH
18 May, 2017
2017-5-18 12:38:19 AM UTC
Khamûl wrote:
Don't want to be a party pooper, but I'm not sure if another Lee signature is really that interesting or adds any value to a particular book. As a personal commemorative piece (a "I was there & Alan signed my book" kind of thing) it's definitely pretty cool. I think meeting Alan again & hearing what he has to say is the more interesting aspect tho'.
Any hint &/or possibility of CT bookplates or the like?
BH
I think it is a nice-to-have if you don't have to go out of your way too much, but I'd agree that his signature does't add any monetary value. He is a prolific signer.
18 May, 2017
2017-5-18 3:31:33 AM UTC
I agree too. IMO it's not worth the extra effort and money. My deluxe COH signed by Alan Lee was from when I was visiting the US and so it feels personal. Any other Alan Lee signed copy would be good to have but nothing especially significant; and certainly not worth the extra money.
18 May, 2017
2017-5-18 8:13:31 AM UTC
I think it all depends, there is a market for signed pieces and this will at least make the book keep value, it won't add monetary value in the same way that others would because as pointed out he is a prolific signer. I myself have no interest in getting a signed copy for the reasons stated here, I won't be there, CoH was a treat because of the personal aspect to it. I can't make any of these signings so I will be happy with unsigned. As I have given up on 'Deluxe' after Kullervo I am quietly pleased that this release is so far costing me €16 for the book and €11 for the 2018 Alan Lee calendar which is a Beren and Luthien one. CoH was such an expensive experience with all the stuff I needlessly bought.
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