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Dear John: I have a copy of “Thunder Point” by Jack Higgins that has a personalized note in it from Jack Higgins. The note reads, 'Dear Heather & Bill, I hope you get as much pleasure of reading my latest edition, as I did in writing it. All the best.' J Higgins. Neither the book, nor the note, are dated. Could you please tell me the best way to sell this, or people to approach. Many thanks. Linda. John replies: Hi Linda, Unfortunately, the inscription devalues the book in comparison to a “signed only copy.” There is not much market for inscribed books. For further information, we have a resource page about book inscriptions: https://www.vjbooks.com/Book-Inscriptions-s/650.htm John  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