I have books stacked everywhere…on my work table, in boxes under the table, in storage cases under my bed as well as several book cases. Yes, I read a lot, but that’s not what this is all about. I have OTHER PEOPLE’S books crowding my space. That’s correct, most of them aren't mine. No, I’m …
Continue reading Bookocalypse…Madness & Mayhem of the Most Spectacular Kind
Do you have stacks of old books, some by famous authors, or simply piles of your favorites? Have you ever wondered if some of them might be valuable? There are some basic things to look at to determine whether to keep or take to your closest thrift store. Pro tip: Most old books are just …
Continue reading Chipped, Foxed & Shaken: How to Evaluate Rare & Collectible Books (Beginners Guide)
A while back, I worked as a used/rare book buyer for a locally owned bookstore. I was fortunate to apprentice under one of their most experienced buyers. You can probably imagine what a rush it was to have a job that paid me to go through boxes brought in by customers and scour for treasures. …
Continue reading Treasure Hunting in Bookland – Tales from a Used/Rare Book Buyer
J.L. Henker, Author 