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The hottest rare books on the internet
if you're like most serious book collectors, you want to get the first look and first jump on the best rare books as they come on the market - particularly if you're in a highly competitive niche like rare childrens' books. If so, you've come to the right place to find Biblio's constantly updated list of newly arrived rare books.
Why Biblio is better for book collectors outside the U.S.
Its common knowledge that many online booksellers list their inventory across multiple venues: the same book, from the same seller, at the same price. So the question often becomes, for the buyer: "which site should I buy this book from?"
Book Collecting: Beer and Career
Book collecting isn’t just for the bookish, it’s a rewarding pastime for anyone who is passionate about life. Nigel Beale talks about collecting books on beer and work-related subjects, and shows us that it is indeed possible to mix work and pleasure on the bookshelf.
It?s Not Just About The Content
From nudes and abstract oil, to Howard Hodgkin, Iris Murdoch, and the Private Presses…book collectors go for much more than just meaning.
A Small Shelf of Books: Size Matters
by Mark Stueve, Bookseller, Old Erie Street Books The size of one’s personal library is governed by two distinct factors: the largeness of one’s purse, and the size of one’s quarters. Add personal taste and a perfect trifecta of ideas comes to life. Those of us living today who enjoy an unlimited path to owning [...]
What One Book: Wine
A guide to books on wine, from Bookmarks Magazine and a wonderful collection of reviewers.
Vintage Supernatural Fiction
by Christopher Barker, Elegant Horrors, Bookshop Classic supernatural fiction is distinct from contemporary horror because it is more literate and often relies upon poetic subtlety rather than unpleasant gratuity to create atmosphere. This is one reason why it is highly collectible by connoisseurs of obscure literature. Most collectors are aware of such seminal if no-longer-read [...]
Collecting Editions of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam
The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam is said to be one of the ten best known poems in the world, and probably the most popular piece of Oriental literature in the Western World.
The Joy of Dog Books
A dealer's view of a specific branch of literature - Dogs teach us patience, and the acquisition and sales of books about dogs teaches patience plus the dogged pursuit of the right book for the needy reader.
Collecting Guidebooks and Travel Books
Travel as fun is a 20th century concept, and for those who need a guidebook for fun, can find many great suggestions here.
The Art of the Presidential Autobiography
Memoir writing has proved an effective campaign tool for presidential hopefuls, as well as a way of documenting their own view of their actions once Presidents leave office.
Essentials of a Well-Stocked Home Library: The Reference Section
Suggestions for a well-stocked home reference library, including suggestions for dictionary, thesaurus, quotations, and atlases.
How to determine if a book is in the public domain
A simple guide to help in determining whether a book is in the public domain.
Signed vs Inscribed: What’s the difference?
Beginning book collectors commonly become confused about the distinction between “signed books” and “inscribed books.” Inscribed Books An inscription is a short note written by the previous owner, or, in some cases, the author, in the beginning of a book. While an inscription is generally accompanied by a signature, a “signed” book specifically denotes the [...]
Identify, Prevent, and Remove Mold and Mildew from Books
Learn how to prevent mold and mildew from destroying your books (or how to rescue a book from the ravages of mold and mildew)
Consider the Paperback
Lurid, vulgar, cheap...paperbacks have been looked down on since they've been in existence. But it the their common nature that makes them accessible to the world.
Collecting Guidebooks and Travel Books
Guidebooks can be a great way to explore the world of book collecting. Here, Bern Marcowitz recommends a few of his own favorites.

