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NEWS: I appreciate BlueSky's role as an alternative to X, but its usage has plummeted (-40% last year alone) so I'm ending my role here. For those interested in following my #agathachristie articles and posts, please subscribe at CollectingChristie.com or follow on FB, X, Threads or Instagram
NEWS: I appreciate BlueSky's role as an alternative to X, but its usage has plummeted (-40% last year alone) so I'm ending my role here. For those interested in following my #agathachristie articles and posts, please subscribe at CollectingChristie.com or follow on FB, X, Threads or Instagram
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Collecting Christie provides articles on collecting Agatha Christie books, first editions, hardbacks, paperback, art, collectibles, ephemera and other Christie inspired items. Most common are UK First...
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June 5, 2026 at 5:37 PM
NEWS: I appreciate BlueSky's role as an alternative to X, but its usage has plummeted (-40% last year alone) so I'm ending my role here. For those interested in following my #agathachristie articles and posts, please subscribe at CollectingChristie.com or follow on FB, X, Threads or Instagram
Some of the "pulpiest" #agathachristie paperbacks were those published by Avon (USA) in the late 1940s - early 1950s. These two examples are from 1951. I doubt Agatha ever saw them (fortunately) & I wonder what the purchasers thought they would read! #PulpFiction #pulp
May 31, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Some of the "pulpiest" #agathachristie paperbacks were those published by Avon (USA) in the late 1940s - early 1950s. These two examples are from 1951. I doubt Agatha ever saw them (fortunately) & I wonder what the purchasers thought they would read! #PulpFiction #pulp
One of my newest additions (a most generous gift from a recent house guest) to my collection is this fabulous c.1932 booklet for the Spanish screening of "Black Coffee" by #agathachristie - interestingly they dubbed the French film production not the British one. #filmmemorabilia #vintagepaperback
May 12, 2026 at 5:56 PM
One of my newest additions (a most generous gift from a recent house guest) to my collection is this fabulous c.1932 booklet for the Spanish screening of "Black Coffee" by #agathachristie - interestingly they dubbed the French film production not the British one. #filmmemorabilia #vintagepaperback
New #agathachristie Article: From 1932-1988, Ladies Home Journal published & illustrated 4 novels & 4 shorts - most global 1sts. They include 'The Second Gong' & The Pale Horse', Full details & all the images on my website: collectingchristie.com
May 10, 2026 at 5:18 PM
New #agathachristie Article: From 1932-1988, Ladies Home Journal published & illustrated 4 novels & 4 shorts - most global 1sts. They include 'The Second Gong' & The Pale Horse', Full details & all the images on my website: collectingchristie.com
£27,001 sale price on eBay! ($36,000 US) - time to find your own tatty #agathachristie vintage book in desperate need of restoration! This 3rd edition Murder on the Orient Express (1934) had an identical jacket to the 1st edition to which, after restoring, it will soon be married no doubt.
May 5, 2026 at 4:45 PM
£27,001 sale price on eBay! ($36,000 US) - time to find your own tatty #agathachristie vintage book in desperate need of restoration! This 3rd edition Murder on the Orient Express (1934) had an identical jacket to the 1st edition to which, after restoring, it will soon be married no doubt.
I don't often comment on the abundant fake #agathachristie signatures that show up - but when the book was published in 2005 (29 years after she died) & the auction house states its been verified for authenticity & value it at $4,000-$8,000, it's too much to pass up! #FakeSignature
April 30, 2026 at 3:55 PM
I don't often comment on the abundant fake #agathachristie signatures that show up - but when the book was published in 2005 (29 years after she died) & the auction house states its been verified for authenticity & value it at $4,000-$8,000, it's too much to pass up! #FakeSignature
1930 The Mysterious Mr. Quin (1st UK edtn). As #agathachristie described Mr. Quin as "a man shown in a harlequin-coloured light that fell on him through a glass window" I thought this picture suitable! #firstedition #GoldenAge
April 29, 2026 at 4:36 PM
1930 The Mysterious Mr. Quin (1st UK edtn). As #agathachristie described Mr. Quin as "a man shown in a harlequin-coloured light that fell on him through a glass window" I thought this picture suitable! #firstedition #GoldenAge
For this week's #murdereverymonday theme of a crime book with village scene, an #AgathaChristie that ties in w/ the fact that I'm in #mendocino for the #MurderSheWrote Festival this week #angelalansbury
April 27, 2026 at 2:39 PM
For this week's #murdereverymonday theme of a crime book with village scene, an #AgathaChristie that ties in w/ the fact that I'm in #mendocino for the #MurderSheWrote Festival this week #angelalansbury
Now onto #agathachristie (Westmacott) "Unfinished Portrait" (1934) for the next episode of the fab new podcast #westmapod frm @christietime.com - Unusually both UK & US 1st editions (shown here) used the same art by noted illustrator Hookway Cowles, who was known for his glamour & art deco style.
April 24, 2026 at 12:14 AM
Now onto #agathachristie (Westmacott) "Unfinished Portrait" (1934) for the next episode of the fab new podcast #westmapod frm @christietime.com - Unusually both UK & US 1st editions (shown here) used the same art by noted illustrator Hookway Cowles, who was known for his glamour & art deco style.
Many covers of #agathachristie books are purposeful pastiches of famous artworks. My new articles provide insights as to why these images were likely chosen & how they enrich the covers. Full details at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/cover-p...
April 21, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Many covers of #agathachristie books are purposeful pastiches of famous artworks. My new articles provide insights as to why these images were likely chosen & how they enrich the covers. Full details at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/cover-p...
"Are you happy? If not, consult Mr. Parker Pyne". This #agathachristie US 1st edition from 1934 had a slightly different title than the British edition (Parker Pyne Investigates).Any favourite stories from the collection? #collectchristie #rarebooks #crimefiction #booksky #reading
April 17, 2026 at 9:42 PM
"Are you happy? If not, consult Mr. Parker Pyne". This #agathachristie US 1st edition from 1934 had a slightly different title than the British edition (Parker Pyne Investigates).Any favourite stories from the collection? #collectchristie #rarebooks #crimefiction #booksky #reading
The Mystery of the Baghdad Chest (c.1945) by #agathachristie from Vallancey Press. Features the great line re: #poirot "the tortured splendour of his famous moustaches." I love these little single wartime publications - unique and very collectible. #collectchristie
April 13, 2026 at 10:16 PM
The Mystery of the Baghdad Chest (c.1945) by #agathachristie from Vallancey Press. Features the great line re: #poirot "the tortured splendour of his famous moustaches." I love these little single wartime publications - unique and very collectible. #collectchristie
N or M? (1941 1st ed) by #agathachristie A great quote from this wartime Tommy & Tuppence novel: "Cut out the compliments," said Tuppence. "I'm admiring myself a good deal, so there's no need for you to chime in.” #firstedition #collectchristie
April 12, 2026 at 6:18 PM
N or M? (1941 1st ed) by #agathachristie A great quote from this wartime Tommy & Tuppence novel: "Cut out the compliments," said Tuppence. "I'm admiring myself a good deal, so there's no need for you to chime in.” #firstedition #collectchristie
A 1950s programme for #agathachristie's most famous play. Note that on these early playbills the play's name wasn't shown - just an image of a mousetrap - making these unique collectibles! #theatre #themousetrap
April 10, 2026 at 4:45 PM
A 1950s programme for #agathachristie's most famous play. Note that on these early playbills the play's name wasn't shown - just an image of a mousetrap - making these unique collectibles! #theatre #themousetrap
1928 - The Mystery of the Blue Train by #agathachristie - 1st edtn w/ its wonderful period artwork. Notable Quote: “My name is Hercule #poirot,” he said quietly, “and I am probably the greatest detective in the world.”
April 7, 2026 at 3:03 PM
1928 - The Mystery of the Blue Train by #agathachristie - 1st edtn w/ its wonderful period artwork. Notable Quote: “My name is Hercule #poirot,” he said quietly, “and I am probably the greatest detective in the world.”
Redbook magazine published 4 #agathaChristie novels from 1933 - 1967, incl. the slightly mistitled 'The Third Girl' with its very 60s photo montage. My new article on all these #vintagemagazines, w/ all the artwork is at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/agatha-...
April 3, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Redbook magazine published 4 #agathaChristie novels from 1933 - 1967, incl. the slightly mistitled 'The Third Girl' with its very 60s photo montage. My new article on all these #vintagemagazines, w/ all the artwork is at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/agatha-...
Great new podcast "Westmapod" from the duo @christietime.com about Mary Westmacott (aka #agathachristie ) launched today. Looking forward to the fortnightly drop. #grayshashtag #westmafan
April 1, 2026 at 1:28 AM
Great new podcast "Westmapod" from the duo @christietime.com about Mary Westmacott (aka #agathachristie ) launched today. Looking forward to the fortnightly drop. #grayshashtag #westmafan
A recent auction of #agathachristie books saw strong prices for later editions & jackets. For example £10,760 for 'Murder on the Orient Express' in a 2nd state DJ & £2,285 for 'Peril at End House' in a 5th edtn DJ. My post-sale review is online at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/forum-a...
AUCTION REVIEW: Forum Auctions 2026-March-26
Forum Auctions's March 26, 2026 sale featured six Agatha Christie books - some firsts & some later editions, with a mix of original and later jackets. My new article looks at all the lots, with origin...
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March 29, 2026 at 3:22 PM
A recent auction of #agathachristie books saw strong prices for later editions & jackets. For example £10,760 for 'Murder on the Orient Express' in a 2nd state DJ & £2,285 for 'Peril at End House' in a 5th edtn DJ. My post-sale review is online at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/forum-a...
AUCTION ALERT: 26-Mar-2026 at Forum Auctions' Fine Books saleLots 119-124. A lovely collection of #agathachristie books, many with period jackets but later states, making prices palatable than 1st state jackets. Details at: www.forumauctions.co.uk/catalog?grid...
March 24, 2026 at 6:40 PM
AUCTION ALERT: 26-Mar-2026 at Forum Auctions' Fine Books saleLots 119-124. A lovely collection of #agathachristie books, many with period jackets but later states, making prices palatable than 1st state jackets. Details at: www.forumauctions.co.uk/catalog?grid...
The 1st play #agathachristie wrote was 'Black Coffee' (1930) & is a great read. The playscript was 1st published by Ashley in 1934. This is the 2nd printing from 1939 that was owned by Christie's theatrical agent L. E. (Leonard) Berman - a unique Christie collectible. #theatre #collectibles
March 23, 2026 at 4:13 PM
The 1st play #agathachristie wrote was 'Black Coffee' (1930) & is a great read. The playscript was 1st published by Ashley in 1934. This is the 2nd printing from 1939 that was owned by Christie's theatrical agent L. E. (Leonard) Berman - a unique Christie collectible. #theatre #collectibles
Arguably one of the most successful writings by #agathachristie but perhaps read by very few fans? The playscript of The Mousetrap was 1st published in 1954 (shown here), but is still in print. I highly recommend reading her plays - after all she is the most successful female playwright of all time.
March 20, 2026 at 3:27 PM
Arguably one of the most successful writings by #agathachristie but perhaps read by very few fans? The playscript of The Mousetrap was 1st published in 1954 (shown here), but is still in print. I highly recommend reading her plays - after all she is the most successful female playwright of all time.
A couple of previously unseen studio photographs by Tom Adams that he staged to create his covers for #agathachristie Fontana paperbacks 'A Pocketful of Rye' (1966) and '4:50' from Paddington' (1967). #coverart #vintagepaperbacks
March 16, 2026 at 11:13 PM
A couple of previously unseen studio photographs by Tom Adams that he staged to create his covers for #agathachristie Fontana paperbacks 'A Pocketful of Rye' (1966) and '4:50' from Paddington' (1967). #coverart #vintagepaperbacks
1924 - Poirot Investigates by #agathachristie - This collection had 11 short stories in the UK but 14 in the US. Why the difference? Did #sherlockholmes had something to do with it? My new article explores this collection in depth. Full details at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/poirot-...
March 13, 2026 at 3:06 PM
1924 - Poirot Investigates by #agathachristie - This collection had 11 short stories in the UK but 14 in the US. Why the difference? Did #sherlockholmes had something to do with it? My new article explores this collection in depth. Full details at: www.collectingchristie.com/post/poirot-...
On this #InternationalWomensDay I celebrate the Queen of Crime - #agathachristie . Shared here is a studio photo of Francesca Annis who portrayed Tuppence Beresford in the fun 1980s TV show 'Partners in Crime', based on Christie's characters. #TVmemorabilia
March 8, 2026 at 1:27 PM
On this #InternationalWomensDay I celebrate the Queen of Crime - #agathachristie . Shared here is a studio photo of Francesca Annis who portrayed Tuppence Beresford in the fun 1980s TV show 'Partners in Crime', based on Christie's characters. #TVmemorabilia
Pleased to share that I will be at the
@agathafestival.bsky.social this year & honoured to be presenting on "Roger Ackroyd Day" (17-Sep). My spoiler-free illustrated talk will share new & fascinating insights into #agathachristie Ackroyd over its 100 years. Details: www.iacf-uk.org/festival-202...
@agathafestival.bsky.social this year & honoured to be presenting on "Roger Ackroyd Day" (17-Sep). My spoiler-free illustrated talk will share new & fascinating insights into #agathachristie Ackroyd over its 100 years. Details: www.iacf-uk.org/festival-202...
March 5, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Pleased to share that I will be at the
@agathafestival.bsky.social this year & honoured to be presenting on "Roger Ackroyd Day" (17-Sep). My spoiler-free illustrated talk will share new & fascinating insights into #agathachristie Ackroyd over its 100 years. Details: www.iacf-uk.org/festival-202...
@agathafestival.bsky.social this year & honoured to be presenting on "Roger Ackroyd Day" (17-Sep). My spoiler-free illustrated talk will share new & fascinating insights into #agathachristie Ackroyd over its 100 years. Details: www.iacf-uk.org/festival-202...