Best Antique & Collectible Records Books of 2026

Booze & Vinyl: A Spirited Guide to Great Music and Mixed Drinks is a unique guide that combines music and cocktails. The book features 70 great records from the 1950s through the 2000s, with each entry having liner notes that underscore the album's musical highlights and accompanying "Side A" and "Side B" cocktail recipes that complement the music's mood. The book is organized by mood, making it easy to find the perfect cocktail and album pairing for any occasion. The photography throughout the book is stunning and adds to the overall experience. Booze & Vinyl is a must-read for music and cocktail enthusiasts alike.

The “CRICUT: 10 BOOKS IN 1” is a comprehensive guide for beginners who want to take their Cricut skills to the next level. It covers everything from the basics of using a Cricut machine to advanced tips and tricks for creating amazing projects. The book also includes a guide to using Design Space and thousands of project ideas for all skill levels. What sets this book apart is its comprehensive coverage of all Cricut machines, including the latest Cricut Joy. Overall, this book is perfect for anyone who wants to get the most out of their Cricut machine and make money with their projects.

Revolution: The History of Turntable Design is a comprehensive book that explores the design, history, and cultural impact of turntables and vinyl technology. Written by Gideon Schwartz, an audio design expert and passionate about analog music, the book features 300 illustrations from affordable to high-end turntables. This book is an essential addition to the bookshelf for audiophiles, collectors, and design lovers, as it showcases the fascinating history of turntables and vinyl technology from the 1950s to today's cutting-edge designs. Overall, Revolution is a must-read for anyone interested in the vinyl revival phenomenon.

The Goldmine Record Album Price Guide is an essential resource for vinyl collectors, providing updated pricing and identification information for over 100,000 American vinyl LPs since 1948. The guide includes an explanation of the Goldmine Grading Guide, tips for accurately grading and valuing records, and an easy-to-use format. Dave Thompson, a leading authority on music and a regular contributor to Goldmine magazine and Rolling Stone, authored the guide. Overall, the Goldmine Record Album Price Guide is a must-have for both new and veteran collectors, offering unique insights and valuable information.

Classical Recording: A Practical Guide in the Decca Tradition is a comprehensive guide to recording acoustic classical music. Written by engineers with experience working for Decca and Abbey Road Studios, this book covers essential skills for producing a classical recording, from solo piano to opera. The book offers detailed descriptions, diagrams, and photographs of fundamental recording techniques such as the Decca tree. This book is not only essential reading for students but also for anyone with a true interest in the art and science of recording music. The book will remain relevant for decades to come, making it a necessary reference for any engineer or producer wishing to gain an understanding of timeless techniques that can be employed in any modern recording.

Vinyl: The Art of Making Records is an essential read for any music enthusiast. This book explores the history and evolution of vinyl LPs, from the late 1950s to their current status as an art form. Author Mike Evans provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing and packaging of vinyl, including the striking artwork that has made LPs beloved by collectors worldwide. The book also includes four removable art prints showcasing album covers from the 1960s to the 1990s. Overall, Vinyl: The Art of Making Records is a well-researched and beautifully presented tribute to the enduring appeal of vinyl records.

The Art of Rush is a beautifully expanded and updated coffee table book that explores the 40-year relationship between Rush and their longtime artist and illustrator, Hugh Syme. The book features original illustrations, paintings, photography, and captivating stories behind each album that Syme has designed with the band since 1975. The book's narration was written by music journalist Stephen Humphries and includes in-depth interviews with each band member and the artist. Notably, it contains commentary from Rush insiders and other notable musicians, actors, and writers about their favorite album covers. Overall, The Art of Rush is a must-have for fans of the band, music, and art.

Dust & Grooves: Adventures in Record Collecting by Eilon Paz is a captivating photographic journey into the world of vinyl record collectors. The book features compelling photographic essays paired with in-depth interviews with well-known vinyl champions such as Questlove, Gilles Peterson, and King Britt, as well as unknown DJs, producers, record dealers, and enthusiasts. Paz's love for vinyl records and photography is evident throughout the book, making it a beautiful and engrossing read. The book is a must-have for anyone who loves music, photography, or vinyl records.

The Art of Mixing: A Visual Guide to Recording, Engineering, and Production by David Gibson is a must-read for anyone interested in music production. The author uses 3D visual representations of sounds to explain the dynamics of a mix, providing an in-depth exploration of what makes a great mix. By mapping sounds to visuals, Gibson creates a framework that can be used to analyze any mix. The book goes beyond explaining what equipment does, and instead focuses on what to do with the equipment to make the best possible mixes. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their mixing skills.

The Van Gogh Flowers Hardcover Monthly Daily Desk Diary Organizer is a 12-month perpetual birthday calendar book that measures 8.5x11 inches. It features one page for each month and can be used to track birthdays, anniversaries, special days, and holidays. This hardbound book is perfect for use at home or in the office as a planner, desk calendar, diary, date keeper, or appointment calendar. It also makes for a unique and thoughtful gift for family and friends on special occasions such as Christmas, birthdays, New Years, or graduations. Overall, this is a useful and practical personal time management book.