Mistborn: The Hero of Ages Advance Reading Copy (ARC)
An advance reading copy (ARC) of Mistborn: The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson (Tor Books, 2008 · advance reading copy) is worth about $863 unsigned in near fine condition, and up to $764 signed, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Front cover: red round sticker “Advance Reading Copy · Not for Sale”.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$863
Valued from 4 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned | Signed | Inscribed | Bookplate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | $992 | $764 | $694 | $417 |
| Near fine | $863 | $664 | $604 | $362 |
| Very good | $750 | $578 | $525 | $315 |
| Good | $655 | $578 | $525 | $315 |
| Fair | $546 | $474 | $431 | $258 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Mistborn: The Hero of Ages.
✓ Front cover: red round sticker “Advance Reading Copy · Not for Sale”
✓ Back cover: “Marketing Plans” and the Tor publicity contact, with the hardcover’s October 2008 publication details
✓ Copyright page: “First Edition: October 2008” and the number line 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
✓ Binding: paperback wrappers with the Jon Foster cover art
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Mistborn: The Hero of Ages is an advance reading copy (ARC)?
- ✓ Front cover: red round sticker “Advance Reading Copy · Not for Sale” ✓ Back cover: “Marketing Plans” and the Tor publicity contact, with the hardcover’s October 2008 publication details ✓ Copyright page: “First Edition: October 2008” and the number line 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 ✓ Binding: paperback wrappers with the Jon Foster cover art The identification points above show each one.
- How much is an advance reading copy (ARC) of Mistborn: The Hero of Ages worth?
- $546–$992 unsigned, up to $764 signed, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of November 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
- Can I sell my copy of Mistborn: The Hero of Ages?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
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