Signed vs inscribed: What's the difference?

This small distinction can make a huge difference when you are purchasing a book as a gift or to fill a gap in your collection.

Collecting signed books

Buying signed rare books is a relatively simple endeavor, especially since many sellers will have their collections available to browse and search online. If you’re hoping to find a signed edition by a favorite author, or simply to add weight to your collection, here are three things to consider:

Search for signed books

It's easy to find signed books on BIBLIO. You can either check the box that indicates signed on most search forms, or use our special search tool to browse signed books from independent bookstores.

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