By Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 01, 2024
There's nothing like a beautiful special edition! And there are so many gorgeous books coming out over the next couple months. Get a head start on holiday shopping. Or even just pick out a treasured gift for yourself! Here are 37 first-print runs, deluxe editions, arty coffee table books, and boxed sets you can preorder now.
Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras (Oct. 8)
From red carpet looks, to streetwear, to tour costumes, Sarah Chapelle of Taylor Swift Style, has compiled hundreds of photos of the stylish pop star, paired with insightful commentary about each ensemble. This gorgeous hardcover edition has gilded gold edges, foiled cover accents and colored endpapers.
The Nightmare Before Kissmas: A Royals and Romance Novel (Oct. 8)
Red, White & Royal Blue meets The Nightmare Before Christmas in a sexy, quirky rom-com where the golden-hearted Prince of Christmas falls for the totally off-limits Prince of Halloween. This special first edition of book one in Sara Raasch's exciting new series features beautiful ruby-sprayed edges.
The Stone Witch of Florence (Oct. 8)As the Black Plague ravages Italy, Ginevra is summoned to Florence by the very men who banished her a decade ago. Now they want her to use her powers to help them, but Ginevra soon finds herself caught in a dangerous conspiracy. Preorder the premium special edition of this historical fantasy from Anna Rasche.
Swordcrossed (Oct. 8)
Mattinesh would like to hire an experienced swordsman to serve as best man for his arranged marriage. What he can afford, however, is part-time con artist and full-time charming menace Luca. The limited first edition hardcover of Freya Marske's delightful queer romantasy features rich rose-sprayed edges.
Murtagh: Deluxe Edition (Oct. 15)
This stunning new edition of Christopher Paolini's bestselling fantasy features sprayed and stenciled edges, a gorgeous foil stamped cover, and never-before-seen full color maps and artwork. Also included is new content like a long-awaited scene between Eragon and Murtagh and a letter from Jeod.
The Theatrical Adventures of Edward Gorey: Rare Drawings, Scripts, and Stories (Oct. 15)
Get the definitive art book about Edward Gorey's legendary theater career. Written by his friend and collaborator Carol Verburg, this handsome edition is filled with annotated scripts, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and over two hundred images, including archival photos and previously unpublished artwork.
Bull Moon Rising (Oct. 15)
In a world of magical artifacts and fantastical beings, a woman determined to save her family joins forces with an unlikely partner—a minotaur—in this steamy romantasy by bestselling author Ruby Dixon. The special first edition hardcover includes a gorgeous shimmering jacket, detail-stained edges, and more.
John Derian: The Picture Book Collection (Oct. 15)
Packaged in a beautiful slipcase, this is the ultimate gift for fans of John Derian, the beloved artist and home goods designer. Combining both of his breathtaking volumes into one, this collector's edition offers an assortment of 375 full-bleed images celebrating the best of his world, from flowers to birds to landscapes.
Hobbit Deluxe Illustrated by the Author: Special Edition (Oct. 22)
This beautiful slipcased edition chronicles the enchanting and unlikely adventure of Bilbo Baggins, illustrated throughout with over fifty sketches, drawings, paintings, and maps by J.R.R. Tolkien himself, with the complete text printed in two colors and with many other bonus features unique to this edition.
When We Were Very Young (Oct. 22)
Curl up with this centenary edition of A. A. Milne's classic book of poetry for children. The gorgeous gold-foiled hardback volume has been reproduced with all the printer's marks and irregularities from the original 1924 publication. Featuring the humor, imagination, and whimsy we know and love from all things Pooh.
Hallowed Be Thy Name: The Iron Maiden Bible (Oct. 28)
Music journalist Martin Popoff provides an intimate look into the life and times of Iron Maiden and a celebration of the band's enduring legacy. From their humble beginnings in the dingy clubs of East London to headlining arenas and festivals worldwide, their story is one of resilience, creativity, and unrelenting dedication.
Blood Over Bright Haven (Oct. 29)The first woman ever admitted to a prestigious order of mages unravels a secret conspiracy that could change the practice of magic forever. The stunning first edition of this standalone dark fantasy from M. L. Wang features red-stained edges, foiled details on the jacket, a full-color endpaper map and more.
Deluxe Editions of Legends & Lattes and Bookshops & Bonedust (Oct. 29)
For the first time in hardcover, Travis Baldree's low-stakes, high fantasy Legends & Lattes series delivers a pair of comfort reads perfect for cozy gamers. The limited first print editions, for both titles, feature new chapter art, beautiful new endpapers, and special stenciled edges.
Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo: Deluxe Edition Hardcover (Oct. 29)
Aging and reclusive Hollywood legend Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell her story. Obscure magazine reporter Monique Grant is shocked when Hugo taps her—seemingly out of nowhere—to write the iconic star's biography. Get this stunning hardcover edition of Taylor Jenkins Reid's sensational bestseller.
Caraval Holiday Collection: Caraval, Legendary, Finale, Spectacular (Oct. 29)
Welcome to the world of Caraval—Stephanie Garber's sweeping tale of the unbreakable bond between two sisters and a game that is more than what it seems. For a limited time, get all four books in the bestselling series in a beautiful holiday package with exclusive white covers and red stained edges.
Under the Oak Tree, Vol. 1 (Nov. 5)
Lady Maximilian is the daughter of the powerful, cruel Duke Croyso. Forced into marriage with Riftan, a lowborn knight, she doesn't expect love. But Riftan's desire surprises her, as does her own. The gorgeous first edition of this graphic novel collects chapters 1–76 of Suji Kim's wildly popular Korean webcomic.
Things We Never Got Over: Collector's Edition (Nov. 5)
Welcome to Knockemout, Virginia, the small town with the best coffee, whiskey, and bad-boy heroes you've ever laid hands—I mean eyes—on. The stunning special edition of Lucy Score's bestselling romance features a ribbon bookmark, holographic foil, designed endpapers, printed edges, and a naked hard case.
Onyx (Nov. 5)
Get all the clever banter, riveting suspense, and out-of-this-world chemistry you desire in the second installment of the Lux series by Jennifer L Armentrout. Katy and her alien boyfriend Daemon are facing some serious challenges, but they're in it together. Don't miss out on the stunning deluxe limited edition.
Wool Collector's Edition (Nov. 12)
This deluxe hardcover features fully illustrated endpapers, sprayed edges, and a poster on the inside of the jacket with a blueprint of the silo. It also includes an original essay from Hugh Howey taking readers behind-the-scenes on the set of the Apple TV+ show inspired by his best-selling dystopian Silo series.
Fragile Sanctuary (Nov. 12)
Rhodes and Anson have nothing in common, but the fire between them is undeniable. This heart-stopping small-town romantic thriller is the first in the Sparrow Falls series by bestselling author Catherine Cowles. This special edition comes with gorgeous foiling and stained edges.
Gunnerkrigg Court, Vol. 1 (Nov. 12)
After the death of her mother and her father's disappearance, a young girl arrives at a mysterious boarding school where she finds that many things aren't what they seem. Tom Siddell's acclaimed, long-running webcomic gets an exciting new update in this special edition compilation of chapters 1–22.
Butcher & Blackbird Collector's Edition (Nov. 12)
Have rival killers Rowan and Sloane finally met their match? This dark romantic comedy, the first in a series by Brynne Weaver, is full of murder, chaos, and sizzling chemistry. The gorgeous hardcover collector's edition features a deluxe new package, exclusive illustrated endpapers, a letter from the author, and more.
Always Mine (Nov. 12)
Niko fights fires for a living, but the flames between Niko and Vivi may be too big to extinguish. Don't miss Laura Pavlov's friends-to-lovers, small-town romance taking BookTok by storm, now with new bonus material. Preorder now to receive the stunning first-print run featuring gorgeous sprayed and stenciled edges.
The Songbird and the Heart of Stone (Nov. 19)
An epic romantasy of love and treachery between mortals and gods, this limited special edition of book #3 in Carissa Broadbent's Crowns of Nyaxia series features beautiful case art and a detailed map. As Mische descends to the underworld, she must choose between the redemption of the sun or the damnation of darkness.
The Will of the Many: Deluxe Edition Hardcover (Nov. 19)
The first installment of James Islington's thrilling new fantasy series centers on a young fugitive as he uncovers layered mysteries and world-changing secrets at the elite Catenan Academy. This limited hardcover edition features new cover art, gold sprayed edges, a foil stamped case and newly added bonus material.
Framed: Limited Edition (Nov. 19)
John Grisham, aka the master of the legal thriller, teams up with Jim McCloskey, dubbed the godfather of the innocence movement, to share ten harrowing true stories of wrongful convictions. Limited edition copies are signed and numbered with printed endpapers, foil stamping, a cloth slipcase, and a ribbon marker.
The Poppy War Collector's Edition (Nov. 26)
Named one of Time Magazine's 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time, R. F. Kuang's story of orphaned Rin's rise to power gets a fresh look. This special edition of the series-starter features a full-wrap illustrated jacket, black-and-white interior art by JungShan Chang, an embossed case, designed end papers, and sprayed edges.
The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and the Horse (Nov. 26)
Four unlikely companions find themselves traveling difficult terrain in this timeless tale of vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship and love. The limited fifth anniversary edition is bound in midnight blue cloth with a ribbon marker and gilded page edges, plus a new message and artworks by author Charlie Mackesy.
Heartsong (Dec. 3)
This is the third book in the Green Creek Series, the beloved fantasy romance sensation by bestselling author TJ Klune, about love, loyalty, betrayal, and family. This special paperback edition features beautiful red sprayed edges, a holographic cover, and a bonus short story.
A Wish For Us: Deluxe Edition (Dec. 3)
Nineteen-year-old Cromwell Dean is a rising star. Thousands of people love his music, but no one sees the color of his heart. Until the girl in the purple dress breaks through his walls. From bestselling author Tillie Cole comes a new YA romance about music, healing, and the power of love.
To Shatter the Night (Dec. 3)
The second book in The Mistlands series by Katherine Quinn continues the story of Jude and Kiara. Kiara's newfound powers flourish, but her shadows threaten to consume her. Preorder the stunning deluxe limited edition while supplies last. In the meantime, enjoy book one in the series: To Kill a Shadow.
The Scarlet Veil: Deluxe Limited Edition (Dec. 3)
A dark and thrilling romantasy set in the world of the Serpent & Dove series. This deluxe edition of Shelby Mahurin's instant bestseller features shimmering silver foil embossing on the title and in flourishes across the cover, French flaps with a lace pattern on the interior, and custom designed edges.
The Last One: Deluxe Limited Edition (Dec. 3)
This explosive and enthralling romantasy debut by Rachel Howzell Hall was hailed as "masterful storytelling with a female protagonist worth rooting for" by Fourth Wing author Rebecca Yarros. The limited first print run features sprayed edges with a stenciled design, as well as gorgeously detailed endpapers.
A Monsoon Rising (Dec. 10)
Preorder your special first-run edition of the much-anticipated follow-up to The Hurricane Wars, an instant bestseller by Thea Guanzon. The romantasy charts the uneasy alliance and enemies-to-lovers romance between Alaric and Talasyn as they navigate magical adventures and deadly political schemes.
North is the Night: Deluxe Limited Edition (Dec. 17)
Two bold young women defy the gods and mortals, living and dead, in this darkly mythical, Finnish folklore-inspired fantasy duology by Emily Rath. The limited first print run includes stenciled edges, a foil-stamped hardcover, exclusive interior design with full-color illustrated endpapers, and a reversible foil dust jacket.
Kingmakers: Year Three (Dec. 17)
From bestselling author Sophie Lark of the Brutal Birthright series comes a dark college mafia romance series. Welcome to Kingmakers, the most brutal college in the world. Preorder now and receive the stunning limited edition featuring gorgeous sprayed edges, while supplies last.
Leaves of Grass: Two-Volume Deluxe Edition (Dec. 17)
Several years in the making, this gorgeous cloth-bound, hardcover, two-book collector's edition of Walt Whitman's masterpiece is stuffed to the brim with a dazzling array of handwritten drafts, manuscripts, notes, and more from Whitman himself. Readers will gain a new appreciation of this beloved volume.
We hope this gives you some ideas for gifts you might get for your friends and family—or just for you, yourself!
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