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Agatha Christie Limited promotes reading (or re-reading) Christie books through their Read Christie campaigns. Each month a different novel is selected that will be a focus of their online book club. The choice for August 2026 was By the Pricking of My Thumbs. My new article looks at the history of this book, from its initial publication through to magazine and paperback additions with unique…
In the 1930s, Collins brought back a beloved pre-war price point with their 'Sevenpenny' series. A selection of Agatha Christie novels were published in this series with a uniform-style red jacket. My new article provides all the insights into these scarce and unique collectibles, including the publishing history, all the images and estimated values.
The Collector's Edition DVD of the 1929 Silent Film 'The Secret Adversary' based on the novel by Agatha Christie features both English intertitles and subtitles for the first time ever. With a dynamic synchronous classical score, a new opening reel and bonus material, this Collector's Edition region-free NTSC DVD now makes the film accessible to a broad audience.
For fans of Agatha Christie, watching film adaptations of her works is an activity enjoyed by most. Many fans also choose to build a personal library of her film and television adaptations. Some collectors also pursue film-related ephemera – from posters and lobby cards to soundtracks and other memorabilia. This new article looks at the 1920s adaptations and a new 'Collector's Edition' of the 1929…
Two auctions in July 2026 featured a combined 14 lots of Agatha Christie books - with prices ranging from £165 to £7,610 (apprx. $200 - $10,000). My new post-sale review provides details into all the lots, comments on prices realised, collecting tips and insights into where the market for Christie collectibles is likely heading.
My new article provides a round-up of some of the interesting sales on eBay during the first half of 2026. From expensive to affordable, from books to photographs, a variety of Agatha Christie collectibles are considered. Prices are given, thoughts shared, and collecting tips offered. It has been a while since I did one of these eBay reviews so I hope you enjoy it.
One uncollected story written by Agatha Christie provides unique insights about what she believes we find fascinating about murders. Her observations have clearly influenced how she structured the novels she wrote. Unfortunately this article has never been published beyond a single appearance in a 1930s 'Tit-Bits' magazine. My new article explores Christie's 'Tit-Bits' appearances in detail and…
In 1955, the 30th Poirot novel was published - Hickory Dickory Dock by Agatha Christie. This article provides an in-depth look at its publication history from magazines, to first editions and paperbacks, with values, collecting tips and insights.
In 1968, Agatha Christie wrote an article in which she provides her solution to an infamous unsolved murder case from 1876. Uniquely, this work of Christie's has never been published in a book and only appeared in two magazines - one in the UK and one in the US. With insights into her own thought processes about crimes of passion, these magazines are items both fans and collectors of Christie…
This article looks in depth at Agatha Christie’s four short stories and four novels that were published between 1932 and 1988. While many Christie stories were frequently published in magazines and newspapers before their initial hardback edition was published, many are appealing to collect as they are often true first printings and were frequently accompanied by original illustrations.
