Happy Birthday Val Kilmer - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Doors Photo Autographed by Val Kilmer

Happy birthday to actor Val Kilmer, best known for his roles in Top Secret! (1984), Real Genius (1985), Top Gun (1986), The Doors (1991), and Batman Forever (1995). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the Oliver Stone film The Doors which has been hand-signed in person by Kilmer as Jim Morrison. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Mary Tyler Moore - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Mary Tyler Moore Show Cast Photo Signed by Mary Tyler Moore, Ed Asner, Cloris Leachman, Gavin MacLeod, Valerie Harper

Happy birthday to Mary Tyler Moore, best known as Mary Richards in The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970–77) and as Laura Petrie on The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961–66). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 11 x 14 cast photo, hand-signed in black felt tip by Mary Tyler Moore, Ed Asner, Cloris Leachman, Gavin MacLeod, and Valerie Harper. In fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Stan Lee - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1966 / Avengers #1 Signed by Stan Lee

Happy 91st Birthday to Stan "The Man" Lee, pop culture icon and co-creator of  Spider-Man (with Steve Ditko), Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Thor, X-Men, and the Avengers (with Jack Kirby, pictured here). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this CGC Signature Series copy of  Top 20 Silver age book Avengers #1 (Marvel, 1963). This incredible issue features the origin and first appearance of the Avengers (Thor, Iron Man, Hulk, Ant-Man, + Wasp), plus appearances by Loki, the Teen Brigade, and the Fantastic Four. Excelsior!

Happy Birthday Caroll Spinney - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Sesame Street Photo Autographed by Caroll Spinney and Oscar the Grouch

Happy 80th birthday to Caroll Spinney, the puppeteer most famous as Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch on Sesame Street. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color picture of Spinney with Oscar, hand-signed in person by Spinney (and Oscar!). Crisp clear signature on a mint photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Holidays from Collector's Shangri-La - Collector's Treasure of the Day

T'was the Night Before Christmas Limited Edition Print Signed by Olivia De Berardinis and Bettie Page

Happy Holidays from Collector's Shangri-La! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this beautiful Christmas-themed portrait of pin-up queen Bettie Page (1923 - 2008) by Playboy Magazine contributor Olivia De Berardinis entitled "T'was the Night Before Christmas" was published by Robert Bane Fine Art. Hand-signed by both Olivia and Page. 11 x 11 inches heavy stock giclée print. Number 2 in a edition of 100. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Corey Haim - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Corey Haim Autographed Photo

Today marks the birthday of Canadian actor Corey Haim  (1971 - 2010), best known as a 1980s teen idol and for his roles in the films Lucas (1986), License to Drive (1988), and The Lost Boys (1987). Our Collector's Treasure of the day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph hand-signed in person by Corey Haim. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Treasure of the Day - Richard Scarry Original Christmas Golden Books Cover Art

The Santa Claus Golden Shape Book Original Cover Art by Richard Scarry

Yes, Virginia, there's still time to place your order for last minute gifts! We guarantee delivery within the U.S.A. in time for Christmas for all in-stock items! Simply order at CollectorsShangri-La.com by December 19. In the spirit of the season, our Collector's Treasure of the day is the original cover art by Richard Scarry (1919-1994) for the classic 1965 Golden children's book The Santa Claus Book. A best-selling children's author and illustrator, Scarry is perhaps best known for his series of books was about Busytown. This 10 x 11.5 inch illustration is in Very Good condition. Vintage book is included. Provenance Western Printing/Golden Book archive.

Thanks to Magicians Penn and Teller for our Latest Voicemail Greeting!

Our sincere thanks go out to eccentric magicians Penn and Teller - Las Vegas superstars and hosts of the Showtime series Bulls**t!  They've provided the latest outgoing voicemail greeting for Collector's Shangri-La. If you call us and we're unavailable to answer, you'll hear an abbreviated version but if you want to hear their "director's cut" check it out at our new YouTube channel! While you're there, take a listen to our previous greeting recorded by filmmaker John Waters.

Happy Birthday Bob Barker - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Bob Barker Autographed Photo

Happy 90th birthday to Bob Barker, best known as the host of Truth or Consequences (1956 - 1974) and the host of The Price Is Right (1972 - 2007), the longest-running daytime game show in TV history. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day this 8 x 10 inch black and white photo has been hand-signed by the game show pioneer. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy birthday to Kirk Douglas - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Kirk Douglas Autographed Photo

Happy 97th birthday to actor Kirk Douglas, best known for his films 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954), Lust for Life (1956), Paths of Glory (1957), Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957), and Spartacus (1960). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph hand-signed by the Hollywood screen legend. Autographed fine vintage glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Walt Disney - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Walt Disney reads to his grandson / Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse in Color Signed by Carl Barks and Floyd Gottfredson

Today marks the birthday of Walt Disney (1901-1966), animation pioneer and founder of Disney Studios and Theme Parks. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this limited edition book, Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse in Color signed by Carl Barks (1901 - 2000) and Floyd Gottfredson (1905 - 1986). Barks was an American Disney Studio illustrator and comic book creator who invented Duckburg and many of its inhabitants, such as Scrooge McDuck, the Beagle Boys, and Gyro Gearloose. Gottfredson was an American cartoonist best known for his defining work on the Mickey Mouse comic strip. Prescott, AZ: Another Rainbow Publishing, [1988]. Special edition limited to 3,000 copies, this being number 992, signed by Floyd Gottfredson and Carl Barks; with a picture disc containing an interview with Gottfredson and Barks conducted in the spring of 1983. Oblong folio. 248 pages. Fine in acetate cover. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Jeff Bridges - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Dude and the Zen Master Book Autographed by Jeff Bridges and Bernie Glassman

Happy birthday to Oscar-winning actor Jeff Bridges (Crazy Heart, The Fisher King, The Big Lebowski). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed First Edition of his book, The Dude and the Zen Master. For more than a decade, Bridges and his buddhist teacher, renowned Roshi Bernie Glassman, have been close friends and this book captures their freewheeling dialogue about life, laughter, and the movies with a charm and bonhomie. Throughout, their remarkable humanism reminds us of the importance of doing good in a difficult world. Hand-signed on the title page by Jeff Bridges and Bernie Glassman. Accompanied by the book-signing event flyer. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Calendar for December 2013

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UPCOMING CONVENTIONS

  

UPCOMING INDIVIDUAL SIGNINGS

12/2/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – Edinger Avenue. Huntington Beach, CA.
Buzz Aldrin, second astronaut to walk on the Moon, signing his book Mission To Mars

12/2/2013 7:00 PM at Bookends – East Ridgewood Avenue. Ridgewood, NJ.

Gloria Gaynor, disco star, signing her book We Will Survive

12/3/2013 7:00 PM at Bookends – East Ridgewood Avenue. Ridgewood, NJ.

Peter Max, pop artist, signing his book The Universe of Peter Max

12/4/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.

Stevie Nicks, member of the rock band Fleetwood Mac, signing her documentary In Your Dreams 

12/19/2013 2:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Dr. J - Julius Erving, ground-breaking basketball player, signing his book Dr. J: The Autobiography

Happy Birthday Ozzy Osbourne - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Ozzy clowning with Kermit the Frog / I Am Ozzy First Edition Autographed by Ozzy Osbourne

Happy birthday to Ozzy Osbourne, the English musician-songwriter, best known as the lead singer of Black Sabbath and star of the Osbournes television show. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this First Edition hardcover copy of his memoir, I Am Ozzy, hand-signed on the title page.  Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Sarah Silverman - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee Book Autographed by Sarah Silverman

Happy birthday to comedian Sarah Silverman, best known for her stand-up performances and television series The Sarah Silverman Program. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a First Edition hand-signed copy of her hilarious memoir, The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee. Brand new hardcover. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La

Remembering Charles M. Schulz - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Peanuts Limited Edition Print Signed by Charles M. Schulz

Today marks the birthday of Charles M. Schulz (1922-2000), my favorite comic strip artist and the creator of the world of Peanuts, including Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, and the rest of the gang. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this full-color Peanuts limited edition lithograph on Italian Watercolor paper depicting Charlie Brown and a joyful Snoopy. It is titled "A Friend Is Someone Who Takes Off The Leash" and has been hand-signed by Schulz in a numbered edition of 500. Published in 1993. Mint 18 x 18 inch print in fine 27 x 27 inch frame. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Forrest J. Ackerman - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Forrest J. Ackerman and friends at the Ackermansion (1969)

Endorsed Check Signed by Forrest J. Ackerman and Marion Zimmer Bradley

Today marks the birthday of Forrest J. Ackerman (1916 - 2008), the sci-fi collector, publisher of Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine, and literary agent. Uncle Forry shared his sci-fi and horror  collections with other fans for decades at his Ackermansion, and he is truly missed. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 1956 check to fantasy novelist Marion Zimmer Bradley (1930 - 1999), a client of Ackerman. She is best known for her fantasy novels such as The Mists of Avalon and the Darkover series. Signed by both. Provenance Jerry Weist Collection. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Boris Karloff - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Boris Karloff Hand-Signed Photo

Today marks the birthday of Hollywood screen legend Boris Karloff (1887 - 1969). He is best remembered for his roles in the Universal Pictures horror films (Frankenstein, Bride of Frankenstein, The Mummy) and as the narrator of the TV special Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 5 x 7 inch matte-finish photograph hand-signed by Karloff. In Very Good condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Dr. John - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Drumhead Autographed by 31 Rhythm & Blues Legends including Dr. John, Buddy Guy, Percy Sledge, + Isaac Hayes

Happy birthday to Grammy-winning musician Mac Rebennack aka Dr. John, the New Orleans-based musician who combines blues, jazz, zydeco, boogie woogie and rock and roll. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this one-of-a-kind drumhead signed by thirty-one of the greatest blues and R&B artists of all time (several are no longer with us). Included: Buddy Guy, Robert Lockwood Jr. (1915 - 2006), Bobby Rush, Ruth Brown (1928 - 2006), Carey Bell (1936 - 2007), Bobby Parker, Booker T. Jones, Odetta Gordon (1930 - 2008), Mavis Staples, Dr. John, Walter 'Wolfman' Washington, Guitar Shorty, Lonnie Brooks, Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith, Bob Margolin, Percy Sledge, Isaac Hayes (1942 - 2008), Latimore, Louisiana Red (signed with initials), John Primer, Jimmy T99 Nelson (1928 - 2007), Big Jesse Yawn, Eddie Kirkland, Leon Redbone, Sonny Landreth, Steve Cropper, Donald Duck Dunn, Lurrie Bell, John Mooney, Rev Billy C. Wertz, Chubby Carrier. In fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Bo Derek - Collector's Treasure of the Day

"10" Photo Autographed by Bo Derek

Happy birthday to actress Bo Derek, best known for her role in the 1979 Blake Edwards film "10". Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color glossy photograph from "10" that has been hand-signed in person by Bo Derek. Very Fine Condition. Provenance Hollywood Show October 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Brandt Peters - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Brandt Peters Self-Portrait (personal collection) / Slappy Print Signed by Brandt Peters

Happy birthday to contemporary "lowbrow" artist Brandt Peters! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed heavy-stock print of his character "Slappy". Creating paintings often frequented by side-show icons, deviant Animalia, and masked cartoon alter egos, Peters often collaborates with his spouse, artist Kathie Olivas. He is also co-founder of Stranger Factory and Circus Posterus. 5.5 x 8.5 inches. Mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Lee Strasberg - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Lee Strasberg Notes Signed by Anna Strasberg /  Marilyn Monroe with Strasberg

Today marks the birthday of Lee Strasberg (1901-1982), the father of method acting in America. He trained the such Hollywood luminaries as Anne Bancroft, Dustin Hoffman, Montgomery Clift, James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, Julie Harris, Paul Newman, Ellen Burstyn, Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and director Elia Kazan. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a First Edition copy of The Lee Strasberg Notes hand-signed by his wife Anna Strasberg. It is a stunning document in the history and practice of Strasberg's Method, and is based on unpublished transcripts of Strasberg's own classes on acting, directing, and Shakespeare. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ed Asner - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Lou Grant Photo Hand-Signed by Ed Asner

Happy birthday to actor Ed Asner, best known as Lou Grant from the Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970-1977) and the spinoff series Lou Grant (1977-1982). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is  this 8 x 10 inch autographed color photo of Asner as Grant. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Whoopi Goldberg - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Star Trek: The Next Generation Photo Hand-Signed by Whoopi Goldberg

Happy birthday to actress Whoopi Goldberg well known for her role in The Color Purple (1985) and her Academy Award-winning role in Ghost (1990). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph autographed by Goldberg as Guinan from the TV series Star Trek: The Next Generation. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Neil Young - Collector's Treasure of the Day

So Far Vintage Album Signed by David Crosby, Stephen Stills, Graham Nash, Neil Young

Happy 68th birthday to rock and roll musician and songwriter Neil Young, member of Buffalo Springfield and CSNY. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this vintage compilation album by Crosby Stills Nash and Young that has been hand signed in-person by all four superstars. David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash all signed while at a rehearsal for the 2010 MusiCares Person Of The Year to honor their buddy Neil Young who signed backstage while at the event. It's extremely difficult to find items signed by all four of these rock stars. Good condition LP record in sleeve. Certificate of Authenticity from the Grammy Foundation - you can't get any better than that for provenance! Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Veterans Day - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Jack Kirby Captain America 50th Birthday Limited Edition Print Signed by Joe Simon

In honor of those Americans who have served in our military, Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Captain America limited edition print featuring Jack Kirby (1917-2004) pencil art and hand-signed by co-creator Joe Simon (1913-2011). The Kirby/Simon team first introduced the patriotic character in Captain America Comics #1 (1941) in the middle of WWII. Numbered edition of 70. Produced on 12x15 inch heavy acid free stock. Mint condition in shrink-wrap with original COA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Don't forget - today is the last day of our Veterans Day Sale! All autographs, illustration art, and pop culture memorabilia is available for 10% Off with the coupon code SHIELD.

Remembering Brittany Murphy - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Sin City Photo Autographed by Brittany Murphy

Today marks the birthday of actress Brittany Murphy (1977 - 2009), best known for her roles in the films Clueless, Sin City, and 8 Mile, as well as the animated series King of the Hill. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch image from the 2005 Frank Miller / Robert Rodriguez film Sin City that has been hand-signed by the late star. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy black and white photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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Remembering Dana Plato and Gary Coleman - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Diff'rent Strokes Photo Autographed by Dana Plato, Todd Bridges, Gary Coleman

Today marks the birthday of actress Dana Plato (1964-1999) best known for her role as Kimberly Drummond on the television sitcom Diff'rent Strokes which aired from 1978 to 1985. Like her co-stars Todd Bridges and Gary Coleman (1968-2010), Plato's personal and professional life was troubled after the series, with both Plato and Coleman dying much too young. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph from Diff'rent Strokes that has been hand signed by all three. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Tatum O'Neal - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Paper Moon Photo Autographed by Tatum O'Neal

Happy birthday to actress Tatum O'Neal, best known for her roles in the films Paper Moon (1973), The Bad News Bears (1976), and Little Darlings (1976). She is the youngest person ever to win a competitive Academy Award (at age 10, for her performance in Paper Moon). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from Paper Moon hand-signed in person by O'Neal. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Hollywood Show, Burbank. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ralph Macchio - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Karate Kid Photo Signed by Ralph Macchio

Happy birthday to actor Ralph Macchio, best known as Daniel in the Karate Kid film series and as Johnny in The Outsiders (1983). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from Karate Kid (1984) that has been hand-signed by star Macchio. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Hollywood Show, Burbank, CA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Calendar for November 2013

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UPCOMING CONVENTIONS

 

UPCOMING INDIVIDUAL SIGNINGS

11/3//2013 2:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Galleria. Edina, MN.
11/13//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – Union Square. New York, NY.
11/14//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - West Northwest Highway. Dallas, TX.
Garrison Keillor, author and host of "Prairie Home Companion", signing his book of poetry O, What A Luxury

11/4//2013 11:00 AM at Barnes & Noble - East 86th Street. New York, NY.
Julianne Moore, star of "Boogie Nights" and "The Big Lebowski", signing her children's book My Mom Is A Foreigner, But Not To Me

11/4//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Union Square. New York, NY.
Guillermo del Toro, director of "Pan's Labyrinth" and "Hellboy", signing his book Cabinet of Curiosities

11/4//2013 6:00 PM at Book Revue – New York Avenue. Huntington, NY.
11/5//2013 12:30 PM at Barnes & Noble - Fifth Avenue. New York, NY.
11/7//2013 6:00 PM at Books & Greetings – Livingston Street. Northvale, NJ.
11/9//2013 2:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Peachtree Road. Atlanta, GA.
11/13//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Main Street. Exton, PA.
Dr. J - Julius Erving, ground-breaking basketball player, signing his book Dr. J: The Autobiography

11/6//2013 7:00 PM at Book Soup - Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA.
Melissa Joan Hart, star of "Clarissa Explains It All" and "Sabrina, The Teenage Witch", signing her book Melissa Explains It All

11/6//2013 7:00 PM at Politics & Prose - Connecticut Avenue NW. Washington DC.
M. Night Shyamalan, director of "The Sixth Sense" and "Signs", signing his book I Got Schooled

11/7//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Corey Feldman, star of "The Goonies" and "Stand By Me", signing his memoir Coreyography

11/9//2013 3:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Tori Spelling, star of "Beverly Hills 90210", signing her book Spelling It Like It Is

11/12//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – East 86th Street. New York, NY.
Al Jaffee, MAD Magazine cartoonist, signing the book Inside MAD

11/16//2013 1:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – South Colorado Blvd. Glendale, CO.
Buzz Aldrin, second astronaut to walk on the Moon, signing his book Mission To Mars

11/8//2013 7:00 PM at Vroman's Bookstore - East Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA.
11/13//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Tim Conway, comedian and star of "The Carol Burnett Show", signing his book What's So Funny?

11/10//2013 4:00 PM at Powell's Books - West Burnside. Portland, OR.
Graham Nash, rock and roll musician, signing his memoir Wild Tales

11/10//2013 2:00 PM at Bookends – East Ridgewood Avenue. Ridgewood, NJ.
11/11//2013 6:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Warren Street. New York, NY.
Jessica Lange, Oscar winning star of "Tootsie" and "Blue Sky", signing her children's book It's About a Little Bird

11/11//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – Union Square. New York, NY.
Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, frontman of The Roots, signing the book Soul Train

11/12//2013 6:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Warren Street. New York, NY.
11/13//2013 6:00 PM at Bookends – East Ridgewood Avenue. Ridgewood, NJ.
Ricky Martin, pop muscian, signing his children's book Santiago the Dreamer In Land Among the Stars

11/13//2013 12:30 PM at Barnes & Noble – Union Square. New York, NY.
11/25//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Mike Tyson, former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, signing his book Undisputed Truth

11/17//2013 Noon at Barnes & Noble – Blanche Moore Drive. Corpus Christi, TX.
11/24//2013 Noon at Barnes & Noble – Mallory Lane. Brentwood, TN.
Rob Zombie, musician and horror film director, signing his film The Lords of Salem

11/19//2013 7:00 PM at Book Revue – New York Avenue. Huntington, NY.
Peter Max, visual artist, signing his book The Universe of Peter Max

11/19//2013 7:30 PM at Symphony Space - Braodway & 95th. New York, NY.
11/21//2013 Noon at the Philadekphia Free Library - Vine Street. Philadelphia, PA.
11/25//2013 7:30 at the Nourse Theater - Hayes Street. San Francisco, CA.
Anjelica Huston, Oscar winning star of "Prizzi's Honor", will be signing her memoir A Story Lately Told

11/19//2013 6:30 PM at Books & Greetings – Livingston Street. Northvale, NJ.
11/20//2013 7:00 PM at Book Revue – New York Avenue. Huntington, NY.
11/25//2013 6:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Third Street Promenade. Santa Monica, CA.
Kenny Loggins, rock and roll musician, signing the book and CD Frosty the Snowman

11/20//2013 6:30 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Will Ferrell (as Ron Burgandy), star of "Anchorman", signing his book Let Me Off at the Top! My Classy Life

11/23//2013 6:00 PM at Symphony Space - Braodway & 95th. New York, NY.
J.J. Abrams, creator of "Lost", signing his novel S

Information sometimes changes. Before showing up, please contact the event location to verify accuracy, and let us know if there are any errors in our listing. Thanks!

Happy Halloween! Collector's Treasure of the Day

Mystery-Horror Cover Painting Original Art by Luis Dominguez

Happy Halloween! Our Collector's Treasure of the day is this moody Haunted House masterpiece by Luis Dominguez, likely painted for one of Western Publishing's many mystery-horror titles. Dominguez is an Argentine artist, who is best known for his American horror books of the 1960s and 1970s. Measuring an overall 15.5 x 22 inches, and painted on illustration board, the art is in Excellent condition. Provenance Russ Cochran Publishing. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Henry Winkler - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Happy Days Photo Hand-Signed by Henry Winkler and Linda Purl

Happy birthday to actor Henry Winkler, best known as as Fonzie in the sitcom Happy Days. Winkler currently stars as Sy Mittleman on Childrens Hospital. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph from Happy Days that has been hand-signed in person by stars Henry Winkler (Fonzie) and Linda Purl who played his steady girlfriend Ashley (1982 - 83). Purl is also best known as Ben Matlock's daughter on the TV series Matlock. Also pictured is the late actress Heather O'Rourke (1975-1988), who played Purl's daughter and was most famous as Carol Anne in the Poltergeist film trilogy. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Hollywood Show, Burbank. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Dan Castellaneta - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Simpsons Print Signed by Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Happy birthday today to Dan Castellaneta, the voice of Homer Simpson, Abraham "Grampa" Simpson, Barney Gumble, Krusty the Clown, Groundskeeper Willie, Mayor Quimby and Hans Moleman! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color print from The Simpsons, which has been hand-signed by actors Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner (Marge), Nancy Cartwright (Bart), and Yeardley Smith (Lisa). The Simpsons is the longest-running scripted show in television history. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photo. Provenance Julien's Auctions. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

We'd also like to take this opportunity to honor Castellaneta's co-star Marcia Wallace, best known as the voice of Edna Krabappel, who passed away this week. She will be missed.

Happy Birthday Weird Al - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Weird Al: The Book Hand-Signed by Weird Al Yankovic

Happy birthday to Weird Al Yankovic, the undisputed king of pop culture parody who has sold more comedy recordings than any other artist in history. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is an autographed First Edition copy of Weird Al: The Book - the ultimate companion piece to an extraordinary career. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Dr. Timothy Leary - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Surfing the Conscious Nets Limited Edition Book Hand-Signed by Timothy Leary

Today marks the birthday of Dr. Timothy Leary (1920-1996), psychologist and writer known for his advocacy of psychedelic drugs. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this limited (print run 500) hardcover edition of Surfing the Conscious Nets that has been autographed by Leary. Crisp clear signature on a Very Fine copy. Graphics and paintings by lowbrow art master Robert Williams. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Carrie Fisher - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Carrie Fisher clowning on the set of Empire Strikes Back

Shopaholic Hand-Signed by Carrie Fisher

Happy birthday today to Carrie Fisher, best-selling author and actress known for her portrayal of Princess Leia in the original Star Wars trilogy. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a hand-signed First Edition hardcover copy of her memoir, Shopaholic. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to Carla Laemmle and Bela Lugosi - Collector's Treasures of the Day

Dracula Print Signed by Carla Laemmle and Bela Lugosi Autographed Photo

Happy Birthday to two Hollywood Legends from the 1931 film Dracula - Carla Laemmle, who turns 104 today, and Dracula himself, Bela Lugosi (1882-1956). The niece of Universal Pictures studio founder Carl Laemmle, Carla portrayed a passenger riding in a horse-drawn carriage with Renfield as he is traveling to Dracula's castle, and spoke the first lines of dialogue in the film. Our two Collector's Treasures of the Day are a 8 x 10 inch color print from the film hand-signed in person by Carla Laemmle and a vintage glossy 3.25 x 5 inch photo photograph that has been hand-signed by Lugosi with a blood-red fountain pen. Both include guaranteed of authenticity for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Trey Parker - Collector's Treasure of the Day

South Park Print Autographed by Trey Parker and Matt Stone

Happy birthday to Trey Parker, co-creator of the animated series South Park and the Tony Award-winning musical The Book of Mormon. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color print from South Park that has been hand-signed by Trey Parker and co-creator Matt Stone. Crisp clear signatures on a mint photo. Provenance Julien's Auctions. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Dawn Wells - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Gilligan's Island Autographed Limited Edition Lithograph

Happy birthday to Dawn Wells, the actress best known for her role as Mary Ann on the TV sitcom Gilligan's Island (1964-1967). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this color limited edition 11 x 14 inch print of the Gilligan's Island cast signed by Bob Denver (Gilligan), Tina Louise (Ginger), Dawn Wells, and Russell Johnson (The Professor). In very fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Evel Knievel - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Evel Knievel Autographed Photo

Today marks the birthday of daredevil Evel Knievel (1938-2007),  one of the greatest American icons of the 1970s. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this oversize 11 x 13 inch color photograph that has been hand-signed by the man named by the Guinness Book of World Records as the survivor of "most bones broken in a lifetime" (433). Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Bob Mould - Collector's Treasure of the Day

See a Little Light First Edition Autographed by Bob Mould

Happy birthday to Bob Mould, best known known as guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the rock bands Hüsker Dü and Sugar. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hand-signed first edition hardcover copy of Mould's memoir See a Little Light: The Trail of Rage and Melody. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Penny Marshall - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Laverne & Shirley Cast Photo Autographed / Hand-Signed by Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, Michael McKean, David Lander

Happy birthday today to filmmaker and actress Penny Marshall, best known as Laverne DeFazio on the ABC sitcom Laverne & Shirley (1976 - 1983) and as the director of the movies Big (1988), Awakenings (1990), and A League of Their Own (1992). Our Collector's Treasure of the day is this 8 x 10 inch color glossy photograph from Laverne & Shirley which has been hand-signed in person by stars Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, Michael McKean, and David Lander. Provenance Hollywood Show Cast Reunion. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Roger Moore - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Bond on Bond Autographed by Roger Moore

Happy 86th birthday to actor Sir Roger Moore, best known for portraying James Bond in seven films and as Simon Templar in the TV series The Saint. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is Bond On Bond: Reflections on 50 years of James Bond Movies hand-signed on the title page by Moore. This is the ultimate James Bond book, written by the ultimate insider, with all the affection and good humor he brought to the role. Brand new First Edition Hardcover. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering John Lennon - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Beatles Hair Display Limited Edition - John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr

Today marks the birthday of musician John Lennon (1940-1980), member of the Beatles, the most commercially successful and revered band in the history of popular music. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this limited edition display containing strands of hair from each member of the Beatles - John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison (1943-2001), and Ringo Starr. The hair was originally sold at Sotheby's on June 9, 1982, and was obtained by Datebook writer Marilyn Doerflier. The hair is presented under a 5 x 3 Plexiglas holder with a built-in certificate of authenticity, and a color image of the band on the reverse. In fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Highlights from Baby Tattooville 2013

Baby Tattooville is a weekend-long event celebrating the contemporary art community sponsored by the art books publishing house Baby Tattoo. We had the pleasure of participating for our third year and had a blast! The featured artists for 2013 were Alex Pardee, Chet Zar, Mitch O'Connell, Sylvia Ji, Travis Louie, KRK Ryden, Sucklord, Gris Grimly, Steven J. Daily, Olivia De Berardinis, Kathie Olivas, and Brandt Peters plus the "usual suspects" Luke Chueh, Brandi Milne, Coop, Ragnar, and Michael Hussar. What follows is a few photos from the weekend at the Mission Inn in Riverside, CA plus some of our favorite goodies we brought home with us:

12-in-1 Limited Edition Print by the Baby Tattoo 2013 artists

Original Sketch by Alex Pardee

Limited Edition Badge by Olivia

Book Talk with artists Brandi Milne and Olivia De Berardinis with publishers Joel Beren and Bob Self

Self-Portrait by Brandi Milne

Self-Portrait by Brandt Peters

Self-Portrait by Coop

The Ramones Limited Edition print by Coop

Original Painting by Steven J. Daily

Original Art by Gris Grimly

Self-Portrait by Gris Grimly

Original Drawing by KRK Ryden in his new book Double Talk

Original Sketch by KRK Ryden

Krampus Limited Edition Print by Travis Louie

Original Self-Portrait by Luke Chueh

Luke Chueh and Sucklord

Limited Edition Print by Mitch O'Connell

Original Sketch by Mitch O'Connell

Original Sketch by Kathie Olivas

Original Sketch by Olivia

Limited Edition Print by Alex Pardee

Circus Punk Toss

Original Sketch by Ragnar

Original Sketch by Sylvia Ji

Original Sketch by Steven J. Daily

Original Art by Sucklord

Limited Edition Print by Silvia Ji

Original Sketch by Travis Louie

Original Sketch by Chet Zar in his book Black Magick

Limited Edition Magnet by Chet Zar

Original Sketch by Chet Zar