No comments about Christmas Ornaments: A Festive Study (Schiffer Book for Collectors).

1 comments about A Universe of Star Wars Collectibles.

1. Now in a completely and authoritatively updated second edition, A Universe Of Star Wars Collectibles: Identification And Price Guide continues to be the premier reference for fans and collectors. Featured are exhaustive price lists, color photographs of collector's items on almost every page, the straight scoop on figure package variations and a "user friendly" index for quick and easy reference. A superb guide for the dedicated Star Wars collector or Star Wars merchandise seller, A Universe Of Star Wars Collectibles is an essential guide for dealers, collectors, and anyone wanting to look up the value of a Star Wars related item in the possession of themselves, friends or family.

5 comments about Bud Hastin's Avon & C.P.C. Collector's Encyclopedia: The Official Guide for Avon Bottle Collectors (15th ed).

1. I bought this book for several different reasons but mainly for Avon beer steins...most of which my husband has...and didn't get enough information from this book to really be able to price even one out of all that he has...My husband and I both agree that this book is short on information, details, and inventory. Really wish that I had not bought the book.



2. I just received this book and was very disappointed.I have an older avon book with color pages and handy guide.This book had unclear,black and white pictures.Hard to use.I definately would not recommend this book for a collector.



3. I was under the impression that the book had more of a variety of "collectibles" than shown. I have several items from the 60's to the late 80's that I could not find. The collectible I was most interested in finding was a set of 4 Birds from 1986. All 4 are stamped except one--the owl--does not have the year on the base.



4. This book proved very helpful to me, but, there were some Avon items I have that I believe should have been in the book (alongside similar items), but, were not. I would suggest people buy this book if they have Avon items, but, remember that the book is not inclusive.



5. This is a great book for collectors of AVON and Cape Cod Products. Recently used it to price a few items for sell on eBay.com. Only thing that would make the book better is if it where to contain color photos, rther than the black and white ones.

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1 comments about Valentines With Values: With Values (Schiffer Book for Collectors).

1. Kreider's work on collectable valentines is one I reach for often when doing research on vintage cards. She provides an extensive history of the topic, a good glossary, and the book is crammed full of excellent photos of a wide range of samples. The only problem with it is that the prices shown do not reflect the influx of vintage valentines onto the various online auctions sites, and so seem a bit high. Otherwise, it's quite a good buy.

5 comments about Lucky's Collectors Guide to 20th Century Yo-Yos: History & Values.

1. The first useful -and true- price guide for yo-yo collectors, it's also the perfect browsing book for us. The history needs some refining (following Donald Duncan's yo-yos after his company was taken by the courts is difficult, but the entry here was confusing even if you knew the background), but is at least 80% accurate. And you just can't beat those photos -- hundreds of photos of yo-yos forgotten or not even suspected! This book deserves to best-seller status, and to be updated each year. Buy several copies so Lucky can produce annual books for a living.



2. The guru of yo-yo collecting and writer of the collectors corner in Fiend Magazine, Lucky Meisenheimer, has made the long wait for his book worthwhile. Truly he has created the "bible" of yo-yo collecting. History, Yo-Yos, String Packs, Patches and Pins it's all there. Anyone serious about yo-yos should have this book whether they collect or not, but don't even think about calling yourself a collector if you don't have this book.



3. What do you get an 11-year-old boy who loves the yo-yo for his birthday, apparently this book. My son, who typically reads nothing more intense than a Batman comic was totally absorbed. I now know what my nephew will be getting for Christmas this year.



4. You don't have to be a collector to read this book, just serious about yo-yos. The history of the toy, contests and manufacturers is fascinating. This is not a trick book, but if your love of the sport goes beyond knowing how to walk the dog then you must get this book.



5. Lucky has assembled the critical mass of information that the yo collecting hobby has needed for so long. Now we can finally place our yo-yos into the historical context and understand values, rather than blindly guessing. Along the way, Lucky provides the best general yo-yo history yet published, along with 52 pages of glorious color photos. A must for every yo-yo player, collector, or other interested party.

5 comments about Harry Potter Collector's Value Guide.

1. The amount and variety of Harry Potter merchandise never ceases to amaze me. Rather than collect much of it, just buy this book. The pictures are detailed and printed on high-quality paper. Want to see what some foreign editions look like? It's in here. Want to find out some basic info about J.K. Rowling? It's in here, too.

   Sure it resembles a catalog, but what book of collectibles doesn't? Its biggest flaw is being out of date, thereby leaving out quite of bit of recent merchandise, but it's a good start. The focus is on items based on the books, not the movies, which is okay by me. I'm late to HP fandom, so I get to see what I missed out on.

   I also had the advantage of seeing this book in a store, so I knew what I was getting. It would be nice if there were an updated second edition, as this one only scratches the surface of HP collecting.




2. The book definitely has an entertaining value, but as far as a book for collectors, it isn't up to par. Most of the sections on Harry Potter collectables are not up to date, and they feature very vague values or prices. I think the reason is that Harry Potter merchandise is fairly new, and so it is hard to calculate an item's worth when it just came on to the market.

   The book also includes several interesting sections on the upcoming movie, JK Rowling, and England, which are mildly entertaining. The thing that I thought was the most appealing in the book, however, was a section on Harry Potter around the world. I found it very interesting to see the covers of the Harry Potter books in Germany, France, Japan, and many other countries. Out of everything, I would say that that section helps redeem this book, which is otherwise a failure.




3. this "book" is the worst book i have ever read. the reason is because the "author" is putting 101 advertizements for harry potter mechandise. i reapeat myself, DO NOT READ THIS BOOK!



4. My previous review of this product was removed by Amazon after receiving 54 of 58 "helpful" votes, with the remark by the editor to me that "It is not clear from reading the review that you have read the book you commented on." I don't see how so many of Amazon's potential customers could disagree, and I assure you all that I have indeed read this "book" and that my comments below are thus informed.

   To even consider that this is a "book" is misleading. It is much more of a magazine format, and although it does contain some articles, they are obviously filler for what is otherwise an advertisement for Harry Potter merchandise, of which this book is one. The articles contain nothing that is not readily available elsewhere--much of it available on the net for free. This book seeks not to inform or entertain, but to part you from your hard-earned dollars with the least amount of effort on the publishers. If the "book" were half the price or less it might be a reasonable value. But since the Collector's Value Guide is as expensive as it is, beware of the information included--obviously the "authors" have no true sense of worth.

   Were this truly a Collector's Value Guide, there would be some discussion of value, and what value might actually mean when the market is flooded with cheap garbage like pieces of colored plastic that are supposed to be "magical stones" whose real purpose is to enrich their makers, not entertain children. But of course, no such discussion exists. Granted, not every Potter "collectable" is a monstrosity, but how terribly unfortunate that the real value of Harry Potter, the delight of a child, has been eclipsed by the soulless and almightly dollar. The Harry Potter phenomenon is amazing, and I'm delighted to see so many kids interested in reading, and engaged in the worlds of fantasy and imagination, but this "book" is not about that at all. Instead, the "writers" of this "book" have managed to make a "collectable" from a "book" about "collectables." Clearly the world is not the way I'd have it...




5. I liked the books that CheckerBee Publishing have done in the past like beanie babies, but this book did not have the information I expected. I would not waste my money on this, unless you want to keep track of everything you have bought, but it is not even current....

2 comments about Phone Book: The Ulimate Guide to the Cell Phone Phenomenon.

1. Perhaps the author has something worthwhile to say, but sadly it is unreadable. Someone apparently thought that printing all the text gray, in 4 point type on a dark checkered background was cool. But what were the rest of the people in the publishing company doing? Well, I suppose it makes a nice picture book.



2. The Phone Book is intended for browsing as much as it maybe have been intended for reading. The layout and design are are beautiful. The book briefly touches on the history, markets, cultures, brands, design, and features of cell phones.
   
   The thing is that I wasn't looking for a book like this. I really wanted something like CNET Do-It-Yourself Camera and Music Projects (which I now have) that tells me how I can use my smartphone for all kinds of tasks.
   
   I would recommend the Phone Book to anyone who wants an easy-to-digest overview to the phone business.

2 comments about Table Decor: Festive Occasions, Weddings, & Other Special Events.

1. through table decor land. Rooney makes it all look so easy. I had never thought of using my collections of things before -- my frogs, candlestocks, or even my snowmen--to make dazzing centerpieces. I've discovered how to save a fortune on flowers and make my tables look much more fascinating. Thoroughly recommend this book. Great pics, great background info, anyone who entertains should own it!



2. I have ordered this book for several of my nieces and nephews -- it is packed with information and great tips about taking what you have and using it imaginatively. I especially loved the baby shower using the Hummel figures. So many people just keep them on a shelf covered with dust. Here, they are used with panache! Lovely ideas for weddings, dinner parties, holidays -- and some fun tips and great history . I never knew that the Queen of France may have been the inspiration for champagne glasses! Now I won't have to order flowers each time we entertain

1 comments about A Photographers Life with Disneyland Under Construction.

1. A great record of this amazing place - will buy the others