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FLEMING'S JAMES BOND NOVELS – UK FIRST EDITIONS |
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Everything you
need to know about the James Bond novels written
by Ian Fleming. From the UK Jonathan Cape first editions, with
eye-catching trompe-l'oeil dust jackets by Richard Chopping, to
Book Club Editions and
Omnibus versions of Ian Fleming's novels and
short stories. The complete guide to the literary world of 007. |
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James Bond Novels by other
authors – UK First Editions |
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The complete
checklist of hardcover editions of the James Bond novels by continuation authors
Robert Markham (Kingsley
Amis), John Pearson,
Christopher Wood,
John Gardner,
Raymond Benson,
Sebastian Faulks (writing as Ian Fleming),
Jeffery Deaver,
William Boyd and
Anthony Horowitz - plus
the spin-off novels by Kate
Westbrook (Samantha Weinberg); YOUNG BOND
authors Charlie Higson and
Steve Cole, and continuing
with the new Double-O series by
Kim Sherwood, and ‘The Q
Mysteries’ by Vaseem Khan. |
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Ian
Fleming's James Bond Novels – Later UK
Hardcover Editions |
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Following their UK
hardcover publication by Jonathan Cape, Ian Fleming's James Bond
novels were reissued in a number of
omnibus,
large-print and
even miniature editions, and as special
anniversary or
centenary collections.
Hardcover releases are now aimed exclusively at the collectors’
market, with the complete works of Ian Fleming issued in 2008 by the
Queen Anne Press. The most recent series was published by
The Folio Society
in special slip-cased editions, accompanied by colour
illustrations by Lyndon Hayes and Fay Dalton. |
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The
James Bond Novels – US First Editions |
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A gallery of the covers for the
first US printings of Ian
Fleming's James Bond novels in hardback, featuring alternate artwork
to the UK editions by some of America's leading commercial artists.
From the eye-catching illustrations of Leo Manso, through to Paul
Bacon's simple Sixties graphic motifs. Plus a look at the later
re-issues,
Book Club and
Omnibus editions.
Also the
complete guide to Bond novels by other authors first published
in hardback in the USA. |
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The
James Bond Films |
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Everything you need
to know about the 25 official James Bond films
from Dr. No (1962) to No Time To Die (2021), made by EON Productions, plus the two independently
produced
films,
and the original once-lost 1954 live US television broadcast of Casino Royale.
The Bonds, the posters, the girls, the villains, the gadgets, the cars,
the cast & crew and much more! |
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THE FILMMAKERS – The men and women who made Bond! |
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A ‘Who's Who’ of the men and women
who made Bond. A filmography of the
Producers,
Directors,
Screenwriters,
Productions Designers,
Cinematographers,
Title Designers,
Composers,
Lyricists
& Singers who have all contributed to the making of the James Bond
films. Also other
notable personnel
including stunt arrangers,
special effects technicians,
voice-over
artistes, stills photographers and
poster designers & artists who
have worked on multiple films (often uncredited), and whose
contribution to the series deserves special recognition. |
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The
James Bond Films
Trivia,
Cameos, ‘in-jokes’ & uncredited appearances |
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An in-depth look
at those significant little ‘in-jokes’, cameo appearances and general trivia
scattered throughout the James Bond films from Dr. No (1962) to
No Time To Die (2021). 007 MAGAZINE
sheds a little more light on these often hard-to-spot ‘Easter eggs’ in
the series that celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2022... and dispels a
few myths that have perpetuated over the years.
Plus a gallery of all verified
cameo appearances by Michael
G. Wilson. |
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The James
Bond Gun Barrel |
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After 60 years, 25
instalments and 6 James Bond actors, the gun barrel sequence is the one
constant that has appeared in every film in some form or another. It is a
testament to the talent and imagination of Maurice Binder who created the
original motif back in 1962, that the image is instantly recognisable and
forever emblematic of the most successful film series in history. An
in-depth look at a cinematic icon. |
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The James Bond Comic Strip |
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The complete guide to the
James Bond comic strip published
in the Daily Express from 1958 to 1977. John McLusky illustrated
Ian Fleming's James Bond novels and short stories until 1966 when the
strip was revitalized by the dynamic artwork of Yaroslav Horak. The comic
strip moved to the Sunday Express for one adventure in 1977, with
several original stories only syndicated overseas before the series
returned in the Daily Star in 1981. Also a complete checklist of
all UK published strips,
and the English
language collected editions of the stories. |
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007
MAGAZINE Collectors’
Guide to James Bond PAN Paperbacks |
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The complete illustrated
history of the James Bond novels published in paperback by
PAN Books in the UK from
1955-1977. A collectors’ guide to each series of paperbacks from the
classic painted covers of the 1950s; the stylish contemporary design of
Raymond Hawkey in the 1960s, through to the superbly detailed photographic
‘still-life’ covers of the 1970s.
Includes
APPENDIX A: Ian Fleming's James Bond novels - a complete checklist by title of all
PAN Books paperback cover variations |
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The
James Bond UK Paperbacks |
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The complete history of
the James Bond novels published in paperback by Triad/Panther, Coronet and
Penguin Books in the UK. The definitive look at all series of paperbacks
from 1977 to date. Featuring the stylish ‘Girls and Guns’ of the late 1970s;
a return to painted artwork in the 1980s, and the photographic covers of
the 1990s. Also a look at the James Bond paperbacks from continuation
authors starting with John Gardner in 1981. |
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James
Bond First Edition Paperbacks UK & USA |
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Originally issued in
the UK by PAN Books, and several different publishers in the USA, the
James Bond novels in
paperback are a cheaper option to the hardback editions and highly
collectible in their own right. Comparison galleries of the UK and US
paperbacks of Ian Fleming's twelve James Bond novels and two
collections of short stories issued between 1955 and 1967. |
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007
MAGAZINE Collectors’ Guide to US Paperbacks |
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The complete history of
the James Bond US paperback
covers featuring unique artwork by some of America's leading commercial
artists. From the pulp detective fiction artwork of the 1950s, through Barye Phillips’ stylish vignettes on the Signet paperbacks of the 1960s,
to the movie poster style covers of the 1970s and beyond, it's all here in the
definitive look at 007 in paperback!
Includes
APPENDIX B: Ian Fleming's James Bond novels - a complete checklist by title of all
US paperback cover variations |
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PULP
FICTION
The publishing history of the James Bond novels in the USA |
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A fascinating look at the
American debut of Ian Fleming's James
Bond novels in the 1950s and 1960s. Unlike the UK editions, US
publishing rights were held by different companies, and it was not until
2002 when Penguin Books acquired the rights that collectors could own
the complete series with uniform covers. Also a look at the Seventies and
early Eighties, before the literary James Bond was rebooted with the
publication of a series of continuation novels from John Gardner in 1981. |
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The
James Bond Actors |
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“Bond, James Bond.”
The actors behind the most famous film role in the world!
Everything you
need to know about the 6 actors who
have played James Bond in the official series of films produced by
EON Productions. Also the actors who played the
character in non-EON produced James Bond films. |
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The
James Bond Girls |
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A gallery of the
James Bond girls in each of the
James Bond films produced by EON Productions, and alternative
interpretations from other James Bond films. Also includes those girls
who feature in the films as Allies
and also Accomplices, Bad Girls &
Killers! |
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The
James Bond Villains |
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A rogues gallery of
the main villain in each of the
James Bond films produced by EON Productions, and alternative
interpretations from other James Bond films. Plus the
Accomplices, Henchmen, Bad Girls &
Killers. |
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The ‘Old
Guard’
– recurring characters in the James Bond films |
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A gallery of all
characters who appeared more than
once in the James Bond films. Girl friends, Secret Service
colleagues, CIA allies and a few villains!
Also a film-by-film look at James Bond's
allies - the characters who have
helped 007 on all his missions since 1962, and those ‘sacrificial
lambs’ who ultimately
lost their lives as a consequence. |
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The
James Bond UK Film Posters |
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A gallery of the
posters that accompanied every
official general release or re-release of the James Bond films in the
UK. From the colourful painted posters of the 1960s & 1970s;
double-bills, reissues and special seasons, through to the simple
photo-montage designs of the present day.
Also a gallery of advance
quad posters, and those produced by the UK marketing company
Marler Haley for
display exclusively in ODEON cinemas 1971-1987, and an overview of the
various Front of House stills
and Lobby Cards issued for the series. |
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The
James Bond US Film Posters |
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When first released
in the United States the James Bond films were accompanied by a series
of posters in differing sizes.
Every release from 1963 to the present day
has had a 1-sheet produced, but the earlier films in the series also
had half sheets, 3-sheets, 6-sheets, 24-sheets, inserts, window cards
and door panels
all utilising variations of the main artwork. Also a gallery of the
advance
1-sheet posters produced for the series, and a look at the
Lobby Cards issued to
promote the films on their original release. |
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The
James Bond Vehicles |
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Planes, trains and
automobiles... a film-by-film gallery of the
vehicles driven (or stolen) by
James Bond on each of his missions. From the iconic Aston Martin DB5
which made its debut in Goldfinger (1964); to the replacement
Lotus models, and a return to Aston Martin in The Living Daylights
(1987). Plus the other vehicles Bond drives or commandeers in the
course of saving the world! |
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The
James Bond Gadgets |
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“Now pay attention
007!”
A gallery of the various gadgets
used by James Bond over the past 60 years. From exploding brief
cases, to jetpacks, safe-cracking devices and a variety of modified
watches, these clever items supplied by Q Branch have saved the life
of 007 on more than one occasion! |
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The
TOP 10 ingredients in the recipe for 007’s longevity! |
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007 MAGAZINE
Collectors’
Guide to James Bond & PLAYBOY |
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A gallery of all
James Bond related issues of PLAYBOY magazine
- and a look inside at the stylish artwork which accompanied the
serializations of Ian Fleming's novels and short stories. The complete
story of ‘Bond and the Bunny’. |
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007 MAGAZINE
Collectors’ Guide to James Bond CORGI Toys |
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From the iconic Goldfinger Aston Martin DB5
which broke sales records upon its Christmas 1965 release, through to
the You Only Live Twice Toyota 2000GT, Diamonds Are
Forever Moon Buggy and Roger Moore's Lotus Esprit -
CORGI Toys proved that 007 collectibles weren't
just for adults! |
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007 MAGAZINE
Collectors’ Guide to
UK Exhibitors’
Campaign Books |
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Exhibitors’ Campaign Books
are fascinating time capsules containing all the officially released facts
pertaining to the release of each James Bond film. From the synopsis,
credits and contractual billing of the filmmakers and artistes, posters
and newspaper advert blocks, to promotional tie-ins and details of the
records, toys, books and magazines all issued to tie-in with the original
release of each film in the series. Also
an in-depth look at some of the
merchandise and promotions featured in the UK Exhibitors’ Campaign
Books 1962-1989. |
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007
MAGAZINE Collectors’
Guide to US Pressbooks |
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In the USA Exhibitors’ Campaign
Books were called Pressbooks and although they contained similar
content to their UK counterparts, were tailored to the American
market. Distributor United Artists also
produced new advertising materials for the re-release of the James
Bond films on double-bills in the USA.
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007
MAGAZINE Collectors’
Guide to UK Premiere Brochures |
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Every UK
Charity
Premiere of the James Bond films since 1964 has had a souvenir brochure produced which was
generally only available at that event. These very limited and
highly collectible brochures often featured unique advertising
material not seen in any other publicity for the films.
Souvenir programmes
were often also produced for the many regional premieres of the James
Bond films held across the UK in aid of charity. |
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007 MAGAZINE Collectors’ Guide
to UK Original Soundtrack LPs |
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Every James Bond film released in the UK from 1962–1989 had
its original
soundtrack album issued on a vinyl LP containing the title song and
selected tracks
from the orchestral score.
Early films in the series also had an
accompanying EP release alongside the standard
45rpm single record of
the title song.
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007 MAGAZINE Collectors’ Guide
to US Original Soundtrack LPs |
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When released in the USA the
soundtrack
albums often had alternate sleeve artwork to the UK edition. In some
instances track listings were also different on both sides of the
Atlantic. Includes a
comparison guide to the different
sleeve art issued in the UK and USA, and a look at
one of the most
highly respected LP records ever released.
The definitive guide
to the sound of 007! |
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007 MAGAZINE CollectorS’ Guide to James Bond Vinyl Cover Versions |
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At the height of
‘Bondmania’ in the mid-1960s, several recording artistes released
their own
James Bond albums on vinyl record, featuring cover versions of
selected tracks on the official soundtracks. Some of these
re-recordings were faithful renditions of John Barry's original
themes, whilst others bore little resemblance to the tracks after
which they were titled. A closer look and listen at some of the selected popular
titles from the weird and wonderful world of 007 on vinyl! |
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007 MAGAZINE CollectorS’ Guide to
James Bond
LIMITED EDITION
CDs |
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In 2017 US
independent label
La-La Land Records released an
expanded and remastered
Limited Edition 2-disc CD of David Arnold's
Die Another Day. This was followed by
The World Is Not Enough
in 2018, and Tomorrow Never Dies in 2022. From 2023 La-La Land began releasing remastered and expanded
anniversary editions of the soundtracks featuring music by John Barry
and George Martin.
A complete guide to the definitive series of Limited Edition
soundtrack releases. |
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007
MAGAZINE Collectors’ Guide to James Bond UK Annuals & Specials |
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Three
James Bond annuals aimed at a younger
audience were published at the height of ‘Bondmania’ in the
mid-1960s. These were followed by three more film specific hardcover
specials
promoting some of Roger Moore's most popular James Bond adventures in
the Seventies and Eighties. Roger Moore's James Bond films were also
featured five editions of the PHOTOPLAY FILM ANNUAL and FILM
YEAR BOOK from 1974-1980. |
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007 MAGAZINE Collectors’
Guide to James Bond UK Souvenir Brochures |
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From the
souvenir magazines produced at the
height of ‘Bondmania’ in the Sixties, to the official brochures available in
UK cinema
foyers in the Seventies and Eighties, 007 has always been well
promoted in print. |
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MAGAZINE Collectors’ Guide to James Bond in UK Film Magazines |
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The release of each new James Bond film often made
the cover of the popular preview magazines available in cinemas and
at news-stands across the UK.
From the pages of PHOTOPLAY,
SHOWTIME,
SHOWGUIDE,
FILM REVIEW and even the
children's magazine
LOOK-IN, the release of each James Bond film has
always featured in a variety of publications in the UK. Also a look at
selected issues of specialist magazines including
FILMS
AND FILMING,
FILMS
ILLUSTRATED and
SIGHT
AND SOUND, which offered a more critical
appraisal of the Bond films. |
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007 MAGAZINE Collectors’ Guide to James Bond in
US Magazines |
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At the height of ‘Bondmania’
in the mid-1960s the James Bond films were featured extensively on the
covers of many of the most popular and widely-read publications in the
USA. From the iconic LIFE covers, and exclusive Esquire
features, to the previews that appeared in other general and special interest
magazines to promote the James Bond films upon their American
release. Also a
look at the James Bond films featured in American
Cinematographer. |
