The Killer Inside Me
A first edition, first printing of The Killer Inside Me by Jim Thompson (Lion Books, 1952 · paperback original) is worth about $920 unsigned in near fine condition, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “Lion edition published September, 1952” and “Copyright, 1952, by Jim Thompson”.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$920
Valued from 2 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned |
|---|---|
| Near fine | $920 |
| Very good | $782 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of The Killer Inside Me.
✓ Copyright page: “Lion edition published September, 1952” and “Copyright, 1952, by Jim Thompson”
✓ Front cover: Lion number 99 at the foot, with the banner “A Lion Original — Not a Reprint”
✓ Price: 25¢ printed on the front cover, upper right
✓ Rear cover: “The Killer Inside Me is Lion Books’ nomination for the National Book Award of 1952”
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of The Killer Inside Me is a first edition, first printing?
- ✓ Copyright page: “Lion edition published September, 1952” and “Copyright, 1952, by Jim Thompson” ✓ Front cover: Lion number 99 at the foot, with the banner “A Lion Original — Not a Reprint” ✓ Price: 25¢ printed on the front cover, upper right ✓ Rear cover: “The Killer Inside Me is Lion Books’ nomination for the National Book Award of 1952” The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first printing of The Killer Inside Me worth?
- $782–$920 unsigned, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of October 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
- Can I sell my copy of The Killer Inside Me?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
Selling a copy?
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