Stephen J. Spignesi "The Essential Stephen King" Slipcased Signed Limited First Edition No. 14 of 666

Personally signed by the author and the other eight contributors. A Definitive Guide to Stephen King’s Universe — In a Highly Limited, Signed, Slipcased Edition.

New Page Books 2003. Stephen J. Spignesi "The Essential Stephen King: The Complete and Uncut Edition" Signed Limited Edition. Presented in a unique perspex (acrylic) slipcase. For Stephen King fans, the name Stephen J. Spignesi should be quite familiar. He's written a slew of books about Stephen King, and has been noted as an authority on King and King's body of work.

This offering is the Signed Limited First Edition, hand‑numbered very low No. 14 of just 666 copies. A scarce and desirable collectible, especially in such fine condition.

Signed by all nine contributors: 

1. Stephen Spignesi
2. George Beahm
3. Charlie Fried
4. Tyson Blue
5. Mick Garris
6. Jim Cole
7. Joy Holden
8. Michael R. Collings
9. Bev Vincent

For Constant Readers and collectors of modern horror literature, The Essential Stephen King stands as one of the most comprehensive and insightful reference works ever published on Stephen King’s life, fiction, and cultural impact. Stephen J. Spignesi — one of the foremost authorities on King’s bibliography — delivers an indispensable companion volume that explores the author’s novels, stories, characters, themes, adaptations, and legacy with depth and clarity.

About the Book

Spignesi’s work is widely regarded as the first truly exhaustive guide to Stephen King’s creative world. Inside, readers will find:

• Detailed entries on King’s novels, short stories, and major characters
• Commentary on themes, motifs, and recurring elements across King’s works
• Insights into film and television adaptations
• Bibliographic information and publication history
• Essays and reference material ideal for both new readers and seasoned collectors

This edition is not merely a reference book — it is a celebration of King’s influence on modern storytelling.

Edition Features

This Signed Limited First Edition includes:

• Author’s signature on the limitation page
• Hand‑numbered copy: No. 14 of 666
• Custom slipcase designed for long‑term protection and display
• High‑quality binding and materials
• Archival paper suitable for preservation
• First edition, first printing status

The limitation of 666 copies makes this one of the most sought‑after Spignesi publications, especially among Stephen King collectors.

About the author

Stephen Spignesi is a New York Times bestselling author who writes about historical biography, popular culture, television, film, American and world history, and contemporary fiction. He is also a university professor, novelist, poet, screenwriter, and musician.

Spignesi - christened "the world’s leading authority on Stephen King" by Entertainment Weekly magazine - has worked with Stephen King, Turner Entertainment, the Margaret Mitchell Estate, Ron Howard, Andy Griffith, the Smithsonian Institution, George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Viacom, and other personalities and entities on a wide range of projects. Spignesi has also contributed essays, chapters, articles, and introductions to a wide range of books.