Signed first American edition of the sequel to THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY.

First softcover edition of this pictorial checklist of SF, warmly inscribed by subject and contributor Philip José Farmer.

The uncommon first printing of this inspirational and hugely popular bestseller.

First printing of the first mystery introducing Virgil Tibbs, a Black police detective who helps solve a murder case in a racist community in South Carolina.

First printing of the first book in the Anna Pigeon series of mysteries revolving around United States national parks.

First printing of Block's first hardcover publication, a revenge thriller he wrote because he couldn't shake the plot idea suggested by another writer.

First printing of the ne plus ultra of the Avon Satanic Gothic.

First edition in book form of these popular comedic stories, featuring a simple midwestern man who learns detective work via a correspondence school course advertising: "We can make you the equal of Sherlock Holmes in twelve lessons."

Association first edition of Cartland's fourth novel — and one of only a handful of her 728 published books without a happy ending — inscribed by the Cartland to her uncle.

Signed first edition of Lee Child's "electrifying debut" (jacket), the first appearance of quick-thinking ex-military policeman.

First printing of the first book in Patricia Cornwell's long-running mystery series featuring the beloved medical examiner Dr. Kay Scarpetta.

First edition of Michael Crichton's first book written under his own name, an important early techno-thriller that established his career.

Signed paperback original of the first book by the Hungarian-born American author, the first of non-Anglo/American descent to be nominated for the Astounding (then John. W. Campbell) Award.