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From Screen to Shelf: Summer 2025 Adaptations

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Summer's silver screen is calling, but the magic lies in the books that inspired it. With stories making their way to screens both big and small, explore our curated list of collectible titles and rare books.

From Stephen King's chilling first editions to Crichton's scientific adventures, these volumes offer something a theater ticket can't — a chance to cherish the cinematic stories you love as permanent companions on your shelf. Discover special editions of the books that inspired 2025's most anticipated film adaptations.

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The King of Horror's Court

Stephen King's mastery of suspense reaches new heights in 2025, with The Life of Chuck leading a parade of adaptations. Explore signed first editions and notable volumes that demonstrate King's versatility as a storyteller in the horror genre.
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If It Bleeds
By Stephen King
One of 350 signed first editions containing The Life of Chuck and three other haunting novellas, complete with original bookmark. Discover more copies from horror's master storyteller.


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The Bachman Books
By Stephen King
The first hardcover collection of King's Bachman novels, including The Running Man and The Long Walk, with the author's candid introduction about his literary double life. Explore more signed first editions from Stephen King.
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Carrie
By Stephen King
A first edition of King's debut novel Carrie, inscribed to his mentor Burt Hatlen in April 1974. Explore more first editions by Stephen King.



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Night Shift
By Stephen King
A signed first edition of King's debut story collection Night Shift, inscribed in 1980 and preserved in a custom red clamshell box from the notable Shirley collection. Browse more signed first edition copies of Night Shift and other rare works.
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Heroes in Print

Before capes and special effects, these characters lived in carefully crafted panels and pages. Discover early appearances of Superman and the Fantastic Four through rare comics and original graphic novels.
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Fantastic Four #49
By Marvel Comics
A pivotal issue in Marvel history featuring the first Silver Surfer cover appearance and Galactus' full debut. Discover more landmark moments from Marvel's first family.
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Fantastic Four #3
By Marvel Comics
The historic third issue where the Fantastic Four first don their iconic costumes, featuring Jack Kirby's distinctive artwork. Explore more early Fantastic Four comics.
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Action Comics #158
By DC Comics
A significant 1951 retelling of Superman's origin story, featuring artwork by Wayne Boring, Curt Swan, and Ed Smalle. Browse more classic Superman adventures.
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Superman #100
By DC Comics
A milestone 100th issue celebrating Superman's golden age, featuring a unique cover montage of issues #1, #25, #50, and #75. Find more pieces of Superman history.
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When Dinosaurs Ruled the Page

Michael Crichton's scientific imagination brought dinosaurs back to life in this franchise that shows no sign of extinction. Find first editions and signed copies of books that reveal how Jurassic Park's pre-cinematic adventure began.
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Jurassic Park
By Michael Crichton
A first edition of the groundbreaking science fiction thriller, personally inscribed by Michael Crichton on the half-title page. Explore more signed Crichton first editions.

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Jurassic Park
By Michael Crichton
A Franklin Library edition of Crichton's dinosaur masterpiece, bound in leather with 22kt gold accents and signed by the author. Discover more collectible Crichton volumes.

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The Lost World
By Michael Crichton
A remarkable first edition of Crichton's sequel, signed by director Steven Spielberg, designer Chip Kidd (with original artwork), and eleven cast members. Explore other copies of this classic.
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Jurassic Park
By Michael Crichton
One of 750 uncorrected proof copies from Century's 1991 publication, offering a glimpse into the novel's development. Find more of Crichton's catalog.
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Mystery in Good Company

Richard Osman's Thursday Murder Club proves that retirement can be murderously fun in this contemporary mystery genre. Explore signed copies and complete collections of this witty whodunit.
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The Thursday Murder Club
By Richard Osman
A pristine signed first edition of The Thursday Murder Club, the Waterstones exclusive edition. Discover more signed first editions from contemporary crime writers.


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The Thursday Murder Club
By Richard Osman
A prized Goldsboro Books limited edition, numbered 739 of 1000 and signed by the author. Find more collectible Osman volumes.



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The Thursday Murder Club Quartet
By Richard Osman
The complete Thursday Murder Club quartet in limited Goldsboro editions, each signed and featuring distinctive designs and sprayed edges. Discover more first edition volumes from Osman.
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The Thursday Murder Club Quartet
By Richard Osman
A complete set of first editions, each signed by the author on the title page. Find more contemporary crime fiction first editions in our collection.


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Small Screen Stories

Not all summer adaptations require a trip to the theater. From Diana Gabaldon's Outlander to E. Lockheart's We Were Liars, explore signed copies and first editions of books adapted for TV.
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The Foundation Trilogy
By Isaac Asimov
A complete set of Foundation first editions in their original dust jackets, representing the cornerstone of Asimov's legendary trilogy. Discover more first editions by the author.
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Outlander
By Diana Gabaldon
A signed third printing of Gabaldon's time-traveling romance, presented in near-perfect condition. Find more first editions by Gabaldon.

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The Summer I Turned Pretty Deluxe Box Set
By Jenny Han
A deluxe box set of Han's beloved summer trilogy. Explore Jenny Han's complete catalog in hardcover.

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We Were Liars
By E. Lockheart
A signed first edition of Lockhart's compelling contemporary mystery in fine condition. View more of E. Lockhearts available titles.

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