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Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time: 14 epic fantasy books
October 19, 2021
Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time high fantasy series is epic in more ways than one. There are 14 novels where Jordan creates an imaginary magical world in immense detail and introduces thousands of good and evil characters.
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Plays books: 15 theatrical reads
By Jessica Doyle
November 30, 2021
Written for the stage but just as good a read as any novel, a plays book is a book that contains the script of one or more dramatic plays. This list of 15 plays books includes well-known classics like A Street car Named Desire and Twelve Angry Men alongside modern award-winners including Water by the Spoonful and Wit.
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The best books of 2021
By Jessica Doyle
November 08, 2021
The top fiction and non fiction books of 2021. Our top picks for the best books of the year include Pulitzer and Nobel Prize winners, New York Times bestsellers, and many titles shortlisted for the year's big book awards.
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Discover 25 books by African American authors
November 25, 2021
Discover 25 books written by African American authors between 1850 and 1930. Our list includes novels, memoirs, autobiographies, short stories and essays, poetry, and investigative journalism.
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Most expensive sales from January to March 2025
April 23, 2025
Classic children's books, a revolutionary play, and more.
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Most expensive sales in 2024
December 23, 2024
An iconic children’s book, the genesis of science fiction, Italian Futurist manifestos, and much more.
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AbeBooks 2024 gift guide
November 18, 2024
Experience the joy of giving the perfect gift. AbeBooks offers unique books and collectibles for everyone on your list, with many thoughtful options falling under $50.
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20 must-read Australian authors
November 12, 2024
Explore the diverse and talented voices of 20 must-read Australian authors with a list of new and second hand books to buy online, read or gift.
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20 must-read Canadian authors
November 12, 2024
Explore the diverse and talented voices of 20 must-read Canadian authors with a list of new and used books to buy online, read or gift.
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Antiquariat INLIBRIS Gilhofer Nfg. GmbH – a Viennese bookstore with a fine tradition
November 01, 2024
A leading rare book store since 1883, Inlibris stocks more than 50,000 rare books, historical manuscripts and autographs. We spoke to Hugo Wetscherek, the owner.
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Most expensive sales from July to September 2024
October 08, 2024
A collection of the first Harry Potter novel became the third most expensive sale on AbeBooks of all time. Plus: More iconic children's books, Shakespeare, Frankenstein, and more.
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A beginner's guide to book collecting
By Alexander Akin September 20, 2024
Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA) President, Alexander Akin, shares a beginner's guide to the art of book collecting.
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Lisbet Tellefsen collects social activism ephemera
By Lisbet Tellefsen September 20, 2024
With our aim to prove that anyone can be a collector, we sit down with Lisbet Tellefsen to learn about collecting books & other artifacts of social activism.
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Rebecca Romney seeks books with provenance
By Rebecca Romney September 20, 2024
With our aim to prove that anyone can be a collector, we sit down with Rebecca Romney of Type Punch Matrix to learn about stories within stories.
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Obadiah Baird deals in horror books
By Obadiah Baird September 20, 2024
With our aim to prove that anyone can be a collector, we sit down with Obadiah Baird to learn about dealing & collecting horror, old and new.
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Walter Reuben deals in film ephemera
By Walter Reuben September 20, 2024
With our aim to prove that anyone can be a collector, we sit down with Walter Reuben to learn about dealing & collecting Old Hollywood ephemera.
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Most expensive sales from April to June 2024
July 22, 2024
An iconic collection from Romantic poet Lord Byron, special editions from literary titans James Joyce and George Orwell, plus a handwritten manuscript from Salvador Dalí.
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Summer reads for every adventure
July 17, 2024
Looking for the book that best fits your holiday? Find your next adventure in our series of four, hand-picked summer reading lists.
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Most expensive sales from January to March 2024
April 15, 2024
Classic literature, poetry, a bank check and more.