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Marni 10th April 2008, 01:39 PM It appears as though there's a new Thriller 25 book due for release, as well as the calender! (http://www.maximum-jackson.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=1249)
Not much info is available, except what's on Amazon. Supposed release date according to Amazon is June 23rd, and you can pre-order, and this is the description:
Product Description
MICHAEL JACKSON THRILLER 25TH ANNIVERSARY!
The party ain't over yet! Michael Jackson celebrates the 25th anniversary of Thriller, the world's largest selling album of all time, and the biggest milestone in pop music ever. THRILLER - the music, the videos, the looks and the dance moves that changed music forever.
February 12th, 2008 saw the release of Michael Jackson's Thriller album in a special 25th anniversary edition featuring all classic Thriller hits digitally remastered, a bonus DVD with Jackson's electrifying appearances and dance moves from the Thriller era PLUS brand-new tracks and remixes of Thriller's biggest hits with guest stars such as Akon, Fergie, Kanye West, and will.i.am.
Now, the party continues: THRILLER 25th Anniversary - The Book celebrates the iconic King of Pop and the world's biggest selling album of all time. More than 180 exclusive, high quality, digitally remastered and glossy photographs make this book a visual journey back to the iconic times of Thriller: Behind the scenes in the studio recording THRILLER, making the revolutionary short films, being on a victorious tour, Grammy's most glorious night, and much more.
FEAT. EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: Quincy Jones (Executive Producer, Thriller); Rod Temperton (Songwriter, Thriller); John Landis (Director, Thriller - The Short Film); Tamara Conniff (Editiorial Director, BILLBOARD); Matt Forger (Sound Engineer, Thriller); Bruce Swedien (Sound Engineer, Thriller); and many more.UK:
Blackwell (http://bookshop.blackwell.co.uk/jsp/id/Thriller_25th_Anniversary_The_Book/9780976889199)
Waterstones (http://www.waterstones.com/waterstonesweb/displayProductDetails.do?sku=6259809)
US:
Amazon US (http://www.amazon.com/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196/)
Buy.com (http://www.buy.com/prod/thriller-25th-anniversary/q/loc/106/208413160.html)
Borders (http://www.borders.com/online/store/TitleDetail?sku=0976889196)
Barnes and Noble (http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-the-Book/Michael-Jackson/e/9780976889199/?itm=1)
Australia:
dstore (http://dstore.com.au/books/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-The-Book-Celebrating-the-Biggest-Selling-Album-of-All-Time/2431862.html)
fishpond (http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Music/Genres_Styles/Rock/product_info/12549840/?cf=3&rid=35248498&i=6&keywords=michael+jackson+thriller)
MYRMW 10th April 2008, 01:50 PM omg i want one how much?
Babylove 10th April 2008, 04:36 PM Is Michael really the author??
Amanda-x 10th April 2008, 04:37 PM I`m getting it!
If Michael is really the author, now we understand why he has been gone all this time! :laughing:
iboz75 10th April 2008, 04:56 PM I'm getting one!:cool:
Moonwalker5889 10th April 2008, 08:20 PM pretty cool...gonna try to get one asap...
~* jennifer *~
PYTiani 10th April 2008, 08:21 PM In the words of Raven Baxter,
I'm GETTIN' IT!
Minimj 10th April 2008, 08:21 PM OOOOOOO getting excited
LiLi317 10th April 2008, 10:38 PM Hope It Goes Into Stores
Pompous Git 11th April 2008, 12:11 AM MJ won't be the author. Sounds like it's gonna be full of phots and people who worked on the album are just gonna talk about it. That's it, really.
In the vein of 'My World' which was utter rubbish.
Beret Hips 11th April 2008, 12:14 AM ^ My World wasn't so bad :ohmy: But yeah, nothing compared to Dancing the Dream or Moonwalker.
This sounds cool, though. 136 pages :ohmy:
Pompous Git 11th April 2008, 12:20 AM My World was awful. I have it - chock full of pics I've seen, not that many pages and it cost more than it should have. I recall Raymone saying it's not actually endorsed by MJ.
TBH, I'm not sure how great quality the pics will be in for T25. I was disappointed with the pics in my hardback T25 album. Too many not HQ, too many pics were simply cropped to make 'new' pics and the thing wasn't stuck onto the hardback straight! :rant:
ILLBETHERE 11th April 2008, 12:21 AM im so gonna get that!! time to grabb Daddy's card!!
Tony R 11th April 2008, 09:54 AM MJ won't be the author. Sounds like it's gonna be full of phots and people who worked on the album are just gonna talk about it. That's it, really.
In the vein of 'My World' which was utter rubbish.
I don't know 'My World'. What was that?
Killer Queen 11th April 2008, 11:14 AM ^^ A load of rubbish! :lmao:
Seriously, that sucked. :laugh: It wasn't actually officially approved by MJ like they said it was, and the pictures were just the same old, same old. It was just some sort of picture book more than anything. Not very good really.
The Moment We Live 11th April 2008, 12:09 PM I don't know 'My World'. What was that?
T25 Book will be like the "THE ONE" DVD i guess.
transcripts from interview and stuff.
i hope MJ will have a hand in the production!
considering "MY World" it was published by MJJ Licensing and had nothing to do with LEGACY or direct michael publishing company.
the MJJ LICENSING had the rights (Dieter's company) for some rare and not rare MJ Pictures (like the OMC set ones)
so they released this Book and the 2005-2007 Calendars + OMC poster
http://i14.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/d7/6b/1028_1.JPG
http://i22.ebayimg.com/05/i/000/dd/ce/1d50_1.JPG
http://i5.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/dd/ce/1f49_1.JPG
http://i23.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/dd/ce/20d6_1.JPG
Tony R 11th April 2008, 12:12 PM ^ Thanks for that. Doesn't look too shabby!
Ooh, you're Israel! One of my favourite places, I used to have family there. (Sorry, off topic!)
Pompous Git 11th April 2008, 12:16 PM ^^^It was promoted to be more than it actually was, T. :yes: And when you got it in your hands you realised just how thin the thing is and then it's full of pics you've seen on fan boards.
There aren't any rare pics in it that I hadn't seen before I got the book. :no: It promised to have rare pics, but it was rubbish. The quality of the pages isn't all that great tho the pics make it look that way.
Yep, MJJ Licensing is Dieter Wiesner. He conned MJ out of $1million and the rights - I think it came out around the trial.
Killer Queen 11th April 2008, 03:12 PM ^^ That's right, I remember being all excited about My World when I saw the promo for it on the internet. Then when I got the thing in my hands, it was kind of a different story. :laugh:
Minimj 11th April 2008, 05:58 PM i think sony might be doing it???
seeress 11th April 2008, 06:17 PM Ooh - this looks interesting. I'm waiting to see the design of the book. Even though I had already seen pretty much all the photos in the deluxe edition of T25, the overall aesthetic pleased me. And I guess it would bu fun to get just to add to my collection :yes:. That 'My World' book does look like crap though, so if anyone here gets the T25 book - let us know what it's like!
Hmm, wouldn't the T25 book be better off coming out at the end of the year though? Well maybe not, but then they could put in transcripts of all the Thrillercasts & possibly flesh out the book more. :hmm:
Moonwalker5889 11th April 2008, 07:47 PM im so gonna get that!! time to grabb Daddy's card!!
lol
~* jennifer *~
arielaguire 13th April 2008, 09:59 AM I'm SOOOOOOOOooooooooo ordering this with my next paycheck...!
*Hppydyswlldrwnthpn* 13th April 2008, 11:34 PM This is friggin AWESOME yo! The calendar too hehe!
Yayy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The Moment We Live 10th May 2008, 05:24 AM The Cover Of the book is Available on all amazon Sites.
BUT
here is a bit Bigger Cover than available online.(Original 360X500 - This one 464X648!)
Especially for the Michael's Fans!
http://img2.tapuz.co.il/communafiles/28298858.jpg
Amanda-x 10th May 2008, 05:30 AM ^ Woah, it looks better than I thought it would. :)
Marni 10th May 2008, 05:35 AM Oh wow! thanks for posting! :happy:
Moonwalker3000 11th May 2008, 06:17 PM Thanks to MJIFC for the book cover image :)
The thread title has been updated :)
LiLi317 12th May 2008, 12:45 AM Will This Be Sold In Stores(Borders, Barnes & Nobles) Or Only For Online Ordering
ILLBETHERE 12th May 2008, 01:01 AM yeah, when and where can we buy it????????????:wild:
Marni 12th May 2008, 01:36 AM Details of amazon pre-orders are in the first post Pau. :yes:
ILLBETHERE 12th May 2008, 04:29 AM oh thanks lol
Marni 12th May 2008, 05:01 AM I am hoping other outlets will sell them- I just don't know which ones will yet. :unsure: But I pre-ordered mine from Amazon! :wild:
The Moment We Live 12th May 2008, 04:39 PM Thanks to MJFrance for the book cover image :)
The thread title has been updated :)
I am not from MJ France :-)
i am from MJIFC (yes yes it fits well with our israeli club - MJ Israeli FC)
Moonwalker3000 12th May 2008, 04:47 PM I am not from MJ France :-)
i am from MJIFC (yes yes it fits well with our israeli club - MJ Israeli FC)
My apologies! I've corrected my post :)
wes 12th May 2008, 05:35 PM Amazing! I'm looking forward to this. It sounds promising. Will it be hardback or paperback?
Linsey_MJ 12th May 2008, 11:00 PM Amazing! I'm looking forward to this. It sounds promising. Will it be hardback or paperback?
Amazon.com (and many other sites) say that it's going to be paperback. However, I read on a French forum it is rumoured that the book will be released in a special Thriller 25 box. that would be friggin amazing of course. But this is NOT CONFIRMED YET, I hope we'll get more information on this soon. I'm really excited:wild:
BTW I have some additional links for the book:
http://www.amazon.fr/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196 (France)
http://www.amazon.de/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196 (German)
http://www.amazon.co.jp/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196 (Japan)
http://www.amazon.ca/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196 (Canada)
http://www.waterstones.com/waterstonesweb/displayProductDetails.do?sku=6259809 (UK)
http://beta.bordersstores.com/online/store/TitleDetail?detail=olr&sku=0976889196 (Borders)
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Michael-Jackson/Michael-Jackson/e/9780976889199 (BN)
There is much more.... well it's pretty much on every book site on the web :wild::yes:
ALyssa Fuller 12th May 2008, 11:21 PM I never got the deluxe version of T25, so I wouldn't know... but this book looks way cool!
I want a copy!
:wild:
do guys know anything about it other than it will be realesed soon?
???
Minimj 21st May 2008, 09:19 PM Guys some1 is selling it on ebay!!!! her you go
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-MICHAEL-JACKSON-BOOK-NEW_W0QQitemZ120262495935QQihZ002QQcategoryZ274QQs sPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
**Stranger in MJs Heart** 10th June 2008, 03:42 AM did Michael REALLY write this???:hmm:
Marni 10th June 2008, 04:03 AM He's credited as a writer- it's an official book. :yes:
**Stranger in MJs Heart** 10th June 2008, 05:09 AM I am sooooooooo buying this !!!:)
Minimj 10th June 2008, 04:52 PM CANT WAIT!!!
jinmjj 11th June 2008, 11:55 AM I want it. When will it be in the stores, has anyone heard? I can't wait:wild:
**Stranger in MJs Heart** 11th June 2008, 01:56 PM ^ ya when will it be in stores. ???
Marni 11th June 2008, 01:59 PM The date of release is in the title of the thread- June 23rd.
You may have to ask your local retailer if they are getting it in or not- so far we only have the online details. :)
Jam_Jackson 11th June 2008, 07:42 PM I want it :wild:
RockWithLou 15th June 2008, 04:04 AM Does anyone know if this will be sold in shops such as WHSmiths, Zavvi or HMV? Because the Thriller 25 poster is being sold in some Zavvi stores I hope more Thriller merchendice is being sold in stores aswell.
Marni 15th June 2008, 06:27 AM I am not sure yet which bookstores will have it- if anyone knows, please let us know! :)
I'd say your best bet is to ask your local book store if they will have it. :yes:
hannalee 8th September 2008, 09:43 PM First copies of official "Thriller25 - The book" have surfaced the web. Actually there's an auction on eBay (click here). From the pics you can see official Sony-BMG and MJJ production logos on the back cover. Shops like amazon will start selling the book within next weeks...:excited:
http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/2879/book3nr6.jpg
http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/932/book1lg6.jpg
http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/7443/book2ez4.jpg
lonniehunnie 8th September 2008, 09:53 PM Oh wow, I would SO buy that!:cool:
JasonAW 8th September 2008, 09:53 PM I am so getting that, thanks for this... it looks amazing.
Jarissy 8th September 2008, 10:04 PM I need something New of MJ
I'm probably the least collective person here.
Ive only got BAD album and The Visionary Documentry.
I do have Moonwalker, but we copied it, so i wouldnt say its official.
smooth-c 8th September 2008, 10:04 PM Do they all come in this box? They look amazing.
ChrisC 8th September 2008, 10:52 PM Ok when I heard about this I wasn't wowed, but it looks a REALLY nice item. Will get it if it's reasonably priced.
Cheers for the pics!:ok:
Heidi 8th September 2008, 10:57 PM Looks snazzy!:cool:
Killer Queen 8th September 2008, 11:29 PM Looks good, actually. I bet THAT will cos a packet though. :laugh:
Moonwalker3000 8th September 2008, 11:31 PM 21 Nights & Thriller 25 - The Book this month.
GET IN!
Duckiegrl 8th September 2008, 11:48 PM I so wanna get that book!:wild: Ebay here I come! :lol:
RiskyBizness 9th September 2008, 12:32 AM cooool -- I'm definitely getting this!
Pompous Git 9th September 2008, 12:51 AM Now...THIS is something worth getting! :biggrin:
Looks like a lot of thought went into the presentation which is more than we can honestly say for a lot of other recent MJ-related releases.
This book should be gold for fans and non-fans alike - this is MJ doing what he is known for...leading the way. How many other artists out there can have a whole book dedicated to ONE particular album 25 years on?
Thriller was a multi-cultural phenomenon. :yes:
Marni 9th September 2008, 02:54 AM Thanks so much for the pictures. I've merged the thread with our existing one on the book :)
BrandonSK 9th September 2008, 02:50 PM The Official SONY promotion AD
http://www.mjdatabank.com/t25book_promo2.jpg
The_Glove 9th September 2008, 02:54 PM Damnnn i gotta get this book.
EssenceOfMagic 9th September 2008, 03:12 PM I sure hope this will be available in stores worldwide! it looks amazing, even if only for the setout!
I<3MJ 9th September 2008, 08:43 PM WOW! I'm totally buying the book, it looks fantastic!! :wild:
I would love to get it in the box, I hope that will still be available.
Marni 9th September 2008, 10:04 PM Wow- it comes with a box- including a special gift! Mines been on pre-order for a while now. :yes:
aazzaabb 9th September 2008, 10:15 PM finaly! something worth getting for those of us who've been fans for 20-plus years.
this looks superb.it appears as though somebodys actualy put an effort into this.i'll be getting this for sure.:cool:
thank you.it aint that hard.
Pompous Git 9th September 2008, 10:39 PM As much as I'd love to read to see what all the other guys who worked on it have to say, I really hope Michael is in there talking about the album in detail. He was the real reason behind the success and the gloved hand that propelled it to amazing sales.
He probably won't be there, but would be awesome. The whole book looks like a fantastic item to have - I hope I can afford this one! :yes:
Marni 9th September 2008, 10:47 PM Those who missed the Amazon link, it's just here (http://www.amazon.com/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196/ref=pd_bbs_7?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1220996694&sr=8-7) :)
AnDy 10th September 2008, 12:56 AM i wonder what the special gift is?? maybe it is unreleased demo song from thriller sessions?
Marni 10th September 2008, 04:46 AM I think it's a bookmark :)
Jarissy 10th September 2008, 04:55 AM Wow how much is it in Aussie and when is it coming out?
**Stranger in MJs Heart** 10th September 2008, 05:04 AM can we buy it any where else besides the internet???/
Marni 10th September 2008, 05:06 AM The only places I have found are Ebay and amazon- you should ask your local bookstore just in case :)
starsevents 10th September 2008, 06:03 AM Hi there,
I want to inform you of the news the Thriller 25 book was released, I've recieved several of them and just started selling them on the website:
http://www.crossdeal.com/jackson
I will post on this board because I'm a fan just like you all, and since Im a fan and also a collector of MJ items I've decided that everyone who orders the book will get a FREE special goodie with the package!
So, check out the site, order the book and get your free goodie now!
Sincerely,
Mark
P.s. we're from www.jxn-entertainment.com www.jackson-source.com the dutch based MJ Fanclub!
Marni 16th September 2008, 01:03 AM I just want to say that some outlets are selling this book for extremely high prices- You can get it from Amazon for only $19.
I have emailed several Aussie bookstores for information. Booktopia said this:
Dear Marni,
This title was released last month and it is presently out of stock. There is no indication from our supplier as to when it will become available.
Kind regards
I am waiting on a response from 2 more, Angus and Robertson and Dymocks. :)
EDIT: Darn.
Hi Marni
Unfortunately it does not appear that we can get a copy of that one for you at all. It appears to be only available overseas and there is no date for it to be realsed in Australia.
They do have it available on Amazon though.
Sorry we couldnt be of more help
Dymocks
EssenceOfMagic 16th September 2008, 05:45 AM ^ aww :(:(
I won't be getting it then. urgh.
Marni 16th September 2008, 05:55 AM I emailed them again and they said to check back on September 30 which is the release date :)
EDIT: I have been told by Angus and Robertson there is no publisher or distributor of this book in Australia :(
whosbad 23rd September 2008, 03:28 PM I´ve got the book today!!!!:)
Finally, after months of waiting - I´ve got the english version of thriller 25 - the book. I think that they also must sell it on amazon.com. I don´t understand why there is no possibility to oversea the book to Australia. :huh:
I wish all of you good luck!! Try it at amazon. I think that they are pretty honest!!:yes:
Laura? 23rd September 2008, 03:38 PM Those who missed the Amazon link, it's just here (http://www.amazon.com/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196/ref=pd_bbs_7?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1220996694&sr=8-7) :)
Is this link for the one with the box +bookmark?
Moonwalker3000 23rd September 2008, 04:05 PM ^^^ Doesn't specify.
Plus, Amazon UK has taken the book out, due to 'legal reasons'. I (and others) got an email last week stating it was cancelled off my order. :(
SuperLee 23rd September 2008, 10:17 PM ^^^ Doesn't specify.
Plus, Amazon UK has taken the book out, due to 'legal reasons'. I (and others) got an email last week stating it was cancelled off my order. :(
My mate managed to get mine from them before orders got cancelled :)
sorry too rub it in :(
Marni 2nd October 2008, 05:18 AM Some new information regarding release of Thriller 25: The Book-
Maximum Jackson has just been informed by the publisher (ML-publishing) that the release of the book has been pushed back to October 30, because of requests for changes by the licensor. They have said that Mr Jackson wants the book to be "perfect for his fans". In addition, sales in Europe of the book were unauthorized and have been stopped. Distribution for the book in Australia is not planned- the publisher is focusing on US, Japan and Europe.
We have been told that we will be kept updated in regards to the release of the book, including upcoming TV commercials for the book :)
whosbad 2nd October 2008, 09:16 AM So - the book that I have got is not the last version of Thriller 25??? :unsure:
Marni 2nd October 2008, 10:21 AM Did you already got a copy of the book whosbad?
whosbad 2nd October 2008, 10:31 AM Yes - I was very excited when I got the book!!! It´s great!! Many pictures, handwriting lyrics - early versions and the last version.
For example:
Wanna be startin´ somethin´:
early version: someone´s always tryin´ (to stop that girl from cryin´)
whisperin´, squealin´, spyin´
Now that baby´s slowly dyin´
final version: You´ll be always tryin´ (to stop that child from cryin´)
Hustlin´, stealin´, lyin´
Now baby´s slowly dyin´
I´m a little bit worried because I thought that the book is already released. So, it means, I have got the false book????:huh:
Marni 2nd October 2008, 10:34 AM I don't think it's a false or fake book that you've got- but it's probably not the final version. But it would probably be a rare copy if it's different to the version that gets released on October 30!
whosbad 2nd October 2008, 10:44 AM So, it means - I´m a lucky person who has got a rare item of Michael Jackson??????:rescue:
Wow!!! Would be interesting how is the final version of Thriller 25!!! :excited:
streetwalker 2nd October 2008, 11:19 AM you are lucky whosbad...you now own the soon-to-be- rare book!
damien 2nd October 2008, 12:17 PM i cant wait to get my hands on this book
smooth-c 2nd October 2008, 12:21 PM Same dude! :)
whosbad 2nd October 2008, 12:56 PM No problem. Come to Austria and I´ll show you the book!!!:wink:
Reeta 3rd October 2008, 12:56 PM i cant wait to get my hands on this book
Same dude! :)
Me three! :)
whosbad 3rd October 2008, 09:16 PM Seems that I have to "protect" my book from you all crazy fans!!! :laugh:
The Moment We Live 8th October 2008, 10:31 PM heya guys
i am looking for some site that selling the book and nothing!
nothing on ebay...amazon is pre-order for months
any one here can find a site that have this book in stock?
some people told me that the book is canceled for further sales because Michael wanted to change something in it
and an updated book will be released at the end of the month
wierd
Moonwalker3000 8th October 2008, 10:38 PM some people told me that the book is canceled for further sales because Michael wanted to change something in it
and an updated book will be released at the end of the month
wierd
Yes, the book has been taken off-sale for the time being :)
Marni 9th October 2008, 01:34 AM heya guys
i am looking for some site that selling the book and nothing!
nothing on ebay...amazon is pre-order for months
any one here can find a site that have this book in stock?
some people told me that the book is canceled for further sales because Michael wanted to change something in it
and an updated book will be released at the end of the month
wierd
The details are on the previous page- from ML-publishing. European sales were stopped and the book is coming out Oct 30th :)
mikey82james 10th October 2008, 09:46 AM it's still available on ebay.co.uk from germany so go look guys mines ordered 6 available michael jackson thriller 25 the book
kriminal 17th October 2008, 09:58 AM probably the one with the mistakes as MJ wants to sort a few things out on it!
Reeta 2nd November 2008, 08:31 PM Im confused.. It's too quiet, is the book out now?
Marni 2nd November 2008, 11:28 PM It doesn't appear as though the book is out yet. There's been no further statement from the publisher- i am not sure what's going on :unsure:
I<3MJ 4th November 2008, 02:47 AM I don't get it.:huh: I checked at the bookstore and also on amazon and its not out yet.
Reeta 23rd December 2008, 07:10 AM I just got an email from Amazon saying that the estimated delivery date for the book is in june 2009! :holymoly:
Rio 23rd December 2008, 07:12 AM Really? @.@ I got an email just a couple hours ago saying that both the book and the calendar have shipped from Amazon, though I'll believe it when I see it. :yes:
Reeta 23rd December 2008, 07:16 AM I got my calendar some weeks ago, but seems like the book is gonna take some more time.. Well I don't mind as long as I get it in this lifetime :biggrin:
Rio 23rd December 2008, 07:23 AM Hahaha agreed! Well Amazon is saying that in theory I should get the package tomorrow, so if for some reason there's actually a book in the box I'll be sure to take pictures. :rofl:
whosbad 23rd December 2008, 12:12 PM OMG!! It´s still not out now??? :OMG:
Super J 23rd December 2008, 04:15 PM Argh I want this so bad
Rio 24th December 2008, 01:53 AM OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG :holymoly:
THE BOOK CAME TODAY! :D So did the calendar, so I'll be sure to take pictures tonight after I stop bouncing around the house with excitement!
I<3MJ 24th December 2008, 05:54 AM OMG WOOOOOOOO!! :holymoly:I'm so happy they're finally out!:D
I just looked at your other thread with the pics and you reminded me to check amazon and when I saw that it said In stock I had to go and scream to my sis and mom! LOL!:rofl: Can't wait to get them!:wild:
Marni 1st January 2009, 08:22 AM I've just been informed by ML Publishing that there are 2 Australian outlets that have imported the book. You can order them here:
http://dstore.com.au/books/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-The-Book-Celebrating-the-Biggest-Selling-Album-of-All-Time/2431862.html
http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Music/Genres_Styles/Rock/product_info/12549840/?cf=3&rid=35248498&i=6&keywords=michael+jackson+thriller
And also at Amazon where it is now in stock:
http://www.amazon.com/Thriller-25th-Anniversary-Celebrating-Biggest/dp/0976889196/
:)
HQ image provided by ML Publishing:
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i279/marnifrances/mlp_thriller25_cover.jpg
Satinka 1st January 2009, 10:23 AM ^ My World wasn't so bad :ohmy: But yeah, nothing compared to Dancing the Dream or Moonwalker.
This sounds cool, though. 136 pages :ohmy:
My World? What's that??
What's thaaaaat?
I'm totally MJ-clueless sometimes... :twitchsmile:
Marni 1st January 2009, 12:02 PM I received a copy of the book yesterday, and here's my review:
Thriller 25 book review
Thriller 25: The Book is a beautifully presented book- housed in a cardboard slipcase with a beautifully glossy and exciting cover and a cute bonus Thriller 25 bookmark.
Evidently, a lot of care has been taken with presenting the book and celebrating Thriller’s 25th Anniversary in written format. It exceeded my expectations in terms of content: information, photographs and presentation.
It’s an absolute pleasure to read and skim through and the photographs have been presented wonderfully. Handwritten lyrics, quotes from various artists and icons, and trivia are dispersed throughout the book.
The book includes interviews from Quincy Jones, Rod Temperton, Bob Giraldi, Matt Forger, John Landis and Tamara Conniff.
The book opens with dedications to Michael Peters and Marlon Brando, and ends with Michael Jackson’s words: thank you’s to fans, friends, Marlon Brando and James Brown, “who continues to be my biggest inspiration”, words from Hindu and a William Blake Poem, “The Tyger”. The back inside cover has a photo of a large tiger and the words: “Michael Jackson- THE TIGER KEEPS ON PURRING”.
The book starts with a rundown of Thriller specs- including charts and MTV. The book includes details of the songs Wanna Be Startin Somethin, Billie Jean, Beat it, We Are The World, and Thriller. Some exciting features are presented on Michael’s filmmaking (from Thriller and beyond), Thriller merchandising, The Victory Tour, Michael’s speech from the 2006 WMA’s, Vincent Price, the Thriller cover art and so much more. The book ends with details of the making of Thriller 25, the campaigns and promotion including “Thrillicious”, Michael’s photoshoots and quotes from today’s entertainment icons about Thriller and Michael Jackson.
Some interesting facts and trivia are presented throughout, including Michael’s awards for Thriller, plays of Thriller songs today, merchandising, the cover picture and more. There are some rare pictures and pictures I’d personally never seen before.
With the detail and care taken with Michael’s legacy and the legacy of the Thriller album in this book- it is well worth the purchase price. Fans will very much enjoy and treasure this book for years to come.
Just a personal note:
Admittedly, most of the information in the book I personally already knew, so there wasn’t much new information for me, aside from a few bits of trivia, details about Thriller 25 itself, and the Thrillicious campaign. It doesn’t matter though- this is a book aimed at fans, for fans, and it’s quite amazing to have the interviews, pictures and handwritten lyrics in book format.
:)
It's a great book- and well worth it IMO. :yes:
michaeliscious 1st January 2009, 12:07 PM Thanks for all the extra info Marni!!!
Linsey_MJ 5th January 2009, 11:18 AM My World? What's that??
What's thaaaaat?
I'm totally MJ-clueless sometimes... :twitchsmile:
"My World" was an official photobook by Michael (or let's say by one of Michael's companies). It featured a lot of full size photographs and a few poems including the lyrics to song written to us fans, entitled "You Are So Beautiful."
However, the quality of the book was not all that great and it was very expensive given the fact that it consisted out of 60 pages. However, it is a super-rare collectors item, because it was sold out within three months or so :toofunny: and is now out of print and nowhere available anymore.
This store here:
http://www.michaelmania-e.net/mjshop/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&product_id=71&category_id=7&manufacturer_id=0&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=1
has 4 copies left in stock, but as I already said, in my opinion it is not a must have (especially when I compare it to the Thriller 25 book which is just friggin' amazing @.@)
Thanks to Marni for sharing all the information, I can only agree!!:)
Reeta 9th January 2009, 06:10 PM Wohoo, got the book today! :zomg:
whosbad 9th January 2009, 06:29 PM I´m happy for all the members who have received their copy now. - Finally!! :smile:
I just can say that this book is a "must have" for each fan!!! :yes:
madamgeneva 9th January 2009, 11:01 PM wooo just ordered mine :D
Mximee 10th January 2009, 10:02 PM I got mine for christmas!
It's so beautiful that I don't dare to touch it sometimes LOL
madamgeneva 10th January 2009, 11:16 PM lol! I don't blame you. I ordered mine but got an email today that waterstones have ran out so i have to wait for more to be published :'(
KB50MJ 14th January 2009, 08:11 PM Is this book avalible in stores in the U.S.?
Marni 14th January 2009, 11:30 PM ^Yep. :) The links are in the first post of this thread :)
KB50MJ 15th January 2009, 02:17 AM I just ordered a copy from Barne & Nobles. I saw a video clip online of the book and by the looks of it, this book has EVERYTHING about the thriller era, and THriller: 25, also MJ's legacy. I want this SOOOOOOOOOOOOO badly. I'm getting it in 5 buissness days, so next Wed. or thurs., I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
3L3ctricMistr3ss 15th January 2009, 03:23 AM I got mine today!
Thanks for the heads up on this book guys!
Very nice coffee table type item, nice glossy pages, lots of great photos and interesting trivia fact. AND a bookmark for one of my zillion books I'm working on :laughing:
cici514 15th January 2009, 04:11 AM I actually want this. It looks great and I never purchase MJ merchandise.
I just placed my order!! :wild:
KB50MJ 22nd January 2009, 04:12 AM I just got my copy today. I LOVE IT SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
*Butterfly* 23rd January 2009, 02:57 AM I went to Borders book store today really excited to purchase the book. And it was no where on the shelf. I looked all over the music section and in "new releases" and I couldn't find it. I didn't ask anyone because I figured it would have been on the shelf. I looked on the computer in the store and it said you can only order it:huh: or it should be in the music section. So, it's weird that I couldn't find it anywhere. They had a big Prince book in the music section but no MJ books. That's not fair.
Anyway, I'm going to check another store.
I was wondering if anyone else bought theirs in a bookstore?
KB50MJ 23rd January 2009, 03:02 AM I went to Borders book store today really excited to purchase the book. And it was no where on the shelf. I looked all over the music section and in "new releases" and I couldn't find it. I didn't ask anyone because I figured it would have been on the shelf. I looked on the computer in the store and it said you can only order it:huh: or it should be in the music section. So, it's weird that I couldn't find it anywhere. They had a big Prince book in the music section but no MJ books. That's not fair.
Anyway, I'm going to check another store.
I was wondering if anyone else bought theirs in a bookstore?
None of my local stores had it either, so I had to have the store order it for me and then I went and picked it up.
Its a GREAT book, you won't be dissapointed.
*Butterfly* 23rd January 2009, 04:02 AM I was thinking to order mine also. Does it take awhile for them to get it?
I can't wait to read it, it does look great!:D
KB50MJ 23rd January 2009, 04:40 AM I was thinking to order mine also. Does it take awhile for them to get it?
I can't wait to read it, it does look great!:D
It took the people here 5 buissness days.
*Butterfly* 23rd January 2009, 04:42 AM Ok, that sounds fine. Thanks!:smile:
The Moment We Live 23rd January 2009, 05:54 AM Heya.
Good to see the book is being sold in many places.
I have some copies of it all Sealed and 3-4 last copies of the calendar
if anyone interested i would make a special price for my friends in here.
thats because we are all Max to da Jax! :-):thismuch:
I don't look for making profit just to make those who can't find it to find it here.
Good day everyone :-)
xHumanNaturex 23rd January 2009, 02:32 PM I really need to get this book and the Thriller 25 album. I wasn't alive when Thriller was released in 1982, but its good to be around for the 25th Anniversary re-release and have a copy! Woo!
Starchild 23rd January 2009, 04:19 PM i so want this but can't afford it :(
The Moment We Live 23rd January 2009, 06:35 PM As far as i know from some official source, the re-release of the book is canceled so this is the only version to be out on da street.
the book is around 28-32$ and 7-10$ shipping which is a good price for this great book!
madamgeneva 24th January 2009, 12:28 AM Waterstones just sent me mine, was abt £17
I<3MJ 24th January 2009, 05:35 AM I checked for the book at Borders and Barnes & Noble and they're not selling it in the store for some reason, I don't know why, so we ordered it. I can't wait to get it and tear open the box!:D:laughing:
Kingofpop2424 24th January 2009, 06:31 AM Hmmm...looks pretty cool.
I gotta get one. I bet the book stores around me won't have it. So I'll probably have to order one.
Hollaback.
soulmum 24th January 2009, 09:46 AM I'm sure I read somewhere that there will not be a re print so try and get your hands on a copy while you still have the chance.
xHumanNaturex 24th January 2009, 01:08 PM ^^ Oh my gosh, I need to hurry up and get one then!
roxxie 24th January 2009, 04:16 PM im ordering mine next week!
cant wait!
Moonwalker5889 24th January 2009, 06:20 PM http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/2879/book3nr6.jpg
http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/932/book1lg6.jpg
http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/7443/book2ez4.jpg
cool pics!!:rescue:
The Moment We Live 25th January 2009, 07:54 AM Well Guys if anyone is interested in the book
I am willing to make a special offer for all ya MAX Jax people
The Book - Sealed!
The only version exist - there will be no V2.0 or so.
1 Book + Shipping by registered Air Mail worldwide!
Only 38$
Payment by paypal only
It's up to you all to trust me or dust me :-)
an MJ Fan for over 17 years and an Ebay Trader for 4 years.
it's a low price for this amazing book!
be my guest
:thismuch:
BrandonSK 25th January 2009, 06:10 PM I think its waste of money...
Theres nothnig new what we would not know..., the pics are known and... why buy it?
Moonwalker5889 26th January 2009, 02:02 AM Well Guys if anyone is interested in the book
I am willing to make a special offer for all ya MAX Jax people
The Book - Sealed!
The only version exist - there will be no V2.0 or so.
1 Book + Shipping by registered Air Mail worldwide!
Only 38$
Payment by paypal only
It's up to you all to trust me or dust me :-)
an MJ Fan for over 17 years and an Ebay Trader for 4 years.
it's a low price for this amazing book!
be my guest
:thismuch:
omg...i would so but it 4rm u but i dont have a paypal account
Marni 26th January 2009, 02:07 AM MaxJax does not endorse sales, please inquire about The Moment We Live's offer through PM. Thank you :)
smooth-c 26th January 2009, 02:08 AM I think its waste of money...
Theres nothnig new what we would not know..., the pics are known and... why buy it?Some fans like to collect such items to add to their collection. That's why.
What a nice gesture, The Moment We Live :) You're an asset to MaxJax.
I'm afraid we don't allow personal sales via the board *unless you list on such sites as eBay* If anyone would like to take up on this offer, please PM The Moment We Live.
Night!
Greg
The Moment We Live 26th January 2009, 05:08 AM I'm afraid we don't allow personal sales via the board *unless you list on such sites as eBay* If anyone would like to take up on this offer, please PM The Moment We Live.
Greg
hey Greg.
I am selling the books and the calendars on Ebay for bit higher price cause of the Ebay HIGH fees.
thats why i want to make this gesture here.
this is the main MJ forum I go to so this is my "donation" to Ya All.
sorry if my post cost any inconvinience. as said you can PM any time.
btw where is the post about The T25 book being unofficial? i honestly couldn't go to sleep last night and i wanted to reply with some support to the silly stuff written there.
Marni 26th January 2009, 05:14 AM hey Greg.
I am selling the books and the calendars on Ebay for bit higher price cause of the Ebay HIGH fees.
thats why i want to make this gesture here.
this is the main MJ forum I go to so this is my "donation" to Ya All.
sorry if my post cost any inconvinience. as said you can PM any time.
btw where is the post about The T25 book being unofficial? i honestly couldn't go to sleep last night and i wanted to reply with some support to the silly stuff written there.
That's ok, as long as buyers contact you via PM :) No inconvenience. :no2:
As for the claims about the book being unofficial, it's been closed because the claims bring certain fans and fansites into it, aside from some other issues. It's just here (http://www.maximum-jackson.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=6811). You're welcome to PM me about it if you like. :)
madamgeneva 29th January 2009, 03:00 PM omg what scumbags
has anyone else noticed all the mistakes in the book?
I<3MJ 29th January 2009, 10:09 PM omg what scumbags
has anyone else noticed all the mistakes in the book?
I got the book recently and I think it's awesome!!:D
Even if it's not official, it's a really nice book and I'm enjoying it.:wink:
I haven't noticed that many mistakes yet, just that some of the pictures in the book could be better quality, most of them are though.
madamgeneva 29th January 2009, 11:06 PM yea am also enjoying the book
most of the pics r sooo sooo hot
i like the one of him dressed as a farmer :P
Marni 30th January 2009, 12:03 AM Thread cleaned. mjjforum.it- you are skating on thin ice.
The book is as official as it gets. :)
Moonwalker5889 30th January 2009, 12:26 AM ^^cool...thanks!!
The Moment We Live 30th January 2009, 07:09 AM The book is amazing! lots of info's up to date and colorful pictures!
Thanx Marni for your Support of this official product! people just get jealous when they can't purchase something so they go screaming its a fake!
I<3MJ 30th January 2009, 07:10 AM Cool!:D I'm glad that it's official.
Marni 30th January 2009, 07:49 AM The book is amazing! lots of info's up to date and colorful pictures!
Thanx Marni for your Support of this official product! people just get jealous when they can't purchase something so they go screaming its a fake!
No problem :)
I don't think it's jealousy of the product but it may be jealousy of something else? And some misinformation. Whatever it is, the product is still official. :yes:
cprep20 15th February 2009, 05:02 AM My book still has not come in yet :-(
whosbad 16th February 2009, 08:00 AM I don't think it's jealousy of the product but it may be jealousy of something else? And some misinformation. Whatever it is, the product is still official. :yes:
Great to hear that the book is 100 % official!!! I´m very happy that I have got my copy. :yes:
(and to all the members who haven´t received the book yet: stay patient!!! :smile:)
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