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Dear John: I browsed through your website and would like to know from some of the book descriptions what "advance reading copy" means. Is it hardcover first edition first printing? - B. Castaneda John replies: These trade paper-sized pre-release editions are produced by the publisher for distribution to book reviewers and book stores. While they are not intended for resale, these editions have proven to be collectible and are in high demand. VJ Books has a broad selection of ARCs for your consideration. No collection is truly complete without an ARC or proof of your favorite titles. Ask John at: [email protected] Read articles about book collecting Read John's answers to book collecting questions Receive our Book Collecting PDFs and newsletters Sign up for our Book Club Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Facebook Watch our Videos