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Charles Bukowski: Letters to Ben Tibbs

Every Christmas for years, a Kalamazoo artist named Ben Tibbs sent Charles Bukowski a dollar. It started simply enough — Tibbs had designed the cover of Bukowski's first book and never received a copy. He sent Bukowski a dollar to buy one. That dollar became a tradition that produced eleven letters spanning 1963 to 1967.

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Bukowski’s Final Public Reading: Poster for Sweetwater and Rhino First Issue Hostage CD

Bukowski’s Final Public Reading: Poster for Sweetwater and Rhino First Issue Hostage CD

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Signed by Charles Bukowski: Penguin Modern Poets 13 (1969)

Signed by Charles Bukowski: Penguin Modern Poets 13 (1969)

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Run with the Hunted (1962) – Signed by Charles Bukowski

Run with the Hunted (1962) – Signed by Charles Bukowski

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All the Assholes in the World and Mine – Signed by Doug Blazek (1966)

All the Assholes in the World and Mine – Signed by Doug Blazek (1966)

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Rare Copy of It Catches My Heart in Its Hands: Signed Twice by Bukowski with Two Drawings and Inscription On Rare White Paper Stock

Rare Copy of It Catches My Heart in Its Hands: Signed Twice by Bukowski with Two Drawings and Inscription On Rare White Paper Stock

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Inscribed with Original Drawing by Charles Bukowski: Poems and Drawings (1962)

Inscribed with Original Drawing by Charles Bukowski: Poems and Drawings (1962)

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The Cruelty of Loveless Love (#11/35) w/ Bukowski Photographs and Poems

The Cruelty of Loveless Love (#11/35) w/ Bukowski Photographs and Poems

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A Bibliography of Charles Bukowski – #7/50 with Painting

A Bibliography of Charles Bukowski – #7/50 with Painting

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Poster for Bukowski Reading at UCLA Sunset Canyon Recreation Center, November 20, 1973

Poster for Bukowski Reading at UCLA Sunset Canyon Recreation Center, November 20, 1973

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Love Is a Dog From Hell Press Kit: Signed by Charles Bukowski

Love Is a Dog From Hell Press Kit: Signed by Charles Bukowski

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Charles Bukowski Letters to Ben Tibbs, 1963-1967 — Eleven Original Letters with Drawings

Charles Bukowski Letters to Ben Tibbs, 1963-1967 — Eleven Original Letters with Drawings

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Wormwood Review 71 #392/700 -- Charles Bukowski Chapbook with 41 Poems, Nine Uncollected (1978)

Wormwood Review 71 #392/700 -- Charles Bukowski Chapbook with 41 Poems, Nine Uncollected (1978)

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Septuagenarian Stew: First Edition Hardcover Signed by Charles Bukowski

Septuagenarian Stew: First Edition Hardcover Signed by Charles Bukowski

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Wormwood Review 16 -- Signed Twice by Charles Bukowski (1964)

Wormwood Review 16 -- Signed Twice by Charles Bukowski (1964)

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Pulp by Charles Bukowski -- Confidential Advanced Typescript Initialed by John Martin (#10/10)

Pulp by Charles Bukowski -- Confidential Advanced Typescript Initialed by John Martin (#10/10)

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Women: Hardcover First UK Edition Signed by Charles Bukowski

Women: Hardcover First UK Edition Signed by Charles Bukowski

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Original Photo from Burning in Water Drowning in Flame – Signed by Charles Bukowski

Original Photo from Burning in Water Drowning in Flame – Signed by Charles Bukowski

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Fire Station – Signed First Edition by Charles Bukowski w/ Custom Clamshell Box

Fire Station – Signed First Edition by Charles Bukowski w/ Custom Clamshell Box

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It’s All Out the Window – Signed, Unpublished Manuscript by Charles Bukowski

It’s All Out the Window – Signed, Unpublished Manuscript by Charles Bukowski

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The Roominghouse Madrigals -- Signed by Charles Bukowski with Signed Print (#18/150)

The Roominghouse Madrigals -- Signed by Charles Bukowski with Signed Print (#18/150)

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Charles Bukowski Signed Books

From his earliest chapbooks to Black Sparrow. All signed.

First Edition, Limited Edition Hardcover Signed by Charles Bukowski (#166/200)

First Edition, Limited Edition Hardcover Signed by Charles Bukowski (#166/200)

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First Edition, Limited Edition Hardcover Signed (#15/500) by Charles Bukowski

First Edition, Limited Edition Hardcover Signed (#15/500) by Charles Bukowski

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Blow 6: First Edition All-Bukowski Issue Signed by Charles Bukowski

Blow 6: First Edition All-Bukowski Issue Signed by Charles Bukowski

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First Edition, Limited Edition Signed by Charles Bukowski w/ Slipcase(1/200)

First Edition, Limited Edition Signed by Charles Bukowski w/ Slipcase(1/200)

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First Edition, Limited Edition Hardcover Signed by Charles Bukowski #166/226

First Edition, Limited Edition Hardcover Signed by Charles Bukowski #166/226

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The Complete Bukowski Catalog

Charles Bukowski Books
Bukowski PoetryThe core of what he was. Everything from early chapbooks to...

Charles Bukowski Books
Charles Bukowski Manuscripts & Letters
Most Bukowski manuscripts are in university collections. The ones here aren't. What...

Charles Bukowski Manuscripts & Letters
Charles Bukowski Magazines & Journals
By submitting relentlessly to anyone who would print him — poetry journals,...

Charles Bukowski Magazines & Journals
Charles Bukowski Art Prints & Originals
Charles Bukowski made art. Others made art about him. This collection covers...

Charles Bukowski Art Prints & Originals
Charles Bukowski Broadsides
There are over 60 known Bukowski broadsides spanning 1946 to 2017. The...

Charles Bukowski Broadsides
Charles Bukowski Readings & Recordings
There are two ways to experience Bukowski beyond the page — see...

Charles Bukowski Readings & Recordings
Charles Bukowski Photography
Most photographers who shot Bukowski got one session. Michael Montfort got seventeen...

Charles Bukowski Photography
Charles Bukowski Films
Bukowski only wrote one original screenplay. Barfly was it. Directed by Barbet...

Charles Bukowski Films

Charles Bukowski and LouJon Press

Before Black Sparrow, there was LouJon.

Large Charles Bukowski Signed Abstract Painting (1966)

Large Charles Bukowski Signed Abstract Painting (1966)

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Crucifix In A Deathhand -- Signed by Charles Bukowski with Full-Page Inscription and Drawing

Crucifix In A Deathhand -- Signed by Charles Bukowski with Full-Page Inscription and Drawing

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Early Deluxe First Edition Signed by Bukowski with Aphorism on Rare White Paper Stock: It Catches My Heart in Its Hands (1963)

Early Deluxe First Edition Signed by Bukowski with Aphorism on Rare White Paper Stock: It Catches My Heart in Its Hands (1963)

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Charles Bukowski Remembers Jon Webb in Special Wormwood Review Issue

Charles Bukowski Remembers Jon Webb in Special Wormwood Review Issue

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The Outsider #1: Inscribed by Louise Webb with Custom Box

The Outsider #1: Inscribed by Louise Webb with Custom Box

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Beat Scene Magazine

Beat Scene 44: Interview with Aubrey Malone

Beat Scene 44: Interview with Aubrey Malone

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Beat Scene 35: Four Bukowski Features including an Interview with Aaron Krumhansl

Beat Scene 35: Four Bukowski Features including an Interview with Aaron Krumhansl

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Beat Scene 41: LouJon Press Special Issue

Beat Scene 41: LouJon Press Special Issue

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Beat Scene 62: “Charles Bukowski’s Scarlet” by Pamela “Cupcakes” Wood

Beat Scene 62: “Charles Bukowski’s Scarlet” by Pamela “Cupcakes” Wood

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Beat Scene 104: Charles Bukowski At 100 Years Old by Harvey Kubernik

Beat Scene 104: Charles Bukowski At 100 Years Old by Harvey Kubernik

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Buk / Steve Richmond 33RPM "Poetry"

Mike is passionate and fascinating. I bought him the 1968 vinyl "Poetry" with Steve Richmond, one of the rarest items related to Buk. I'm so happy.

Florian Serapiglia

12/24/2025

would double the stars if allowed

would double the stars if allowed.

William Langley

08/24/2026

Great service. and great Bukowski.

Bukowski wall to wall. If you are a fan, and if you weren't why would you be here this is the best and only place for The Poet Laureate of Skid row.

Michael Quick

08/07/2026

Really impressed

Really impressed with the level and clarity of communication with the seller and how educated they were. I plan on more purchases in the future.

Anonymous

07/27/2026

Having anything to do with buk and his works is a joy to me

Having anything to do with buk and his works is a joy to me, thanks for keeping his memory alive!

Jeff Tammen

07/25/2026

Totally unique product and at what i thought was a fair price. Excellent condition and the seller will communicate in a timely and thorough manner.

Benjamin Hedtkamp

07/22/2026

A Great Addition to my Bookshelf...and my Life

Can’t speak any more highly about this business and it’s knowledgeable and outgoing proprietor than to say that, in a little over a month the two of us have gone from customer and merchant to legitimate friends. That’s because Mike is not only accommodating and fair with his prices but knows his subject matter thoroughly and really goes that extra mile to assure you’re happy. I have made two completely-satisfying purchases which I value entirely but only half as much as I cherish having made Mike’s acquaintance. Good stuff here. For all your poetic and literary needs. Thanks!

Bruce Kirschbaum

07/08/2026

thanks for the help finding items we were looking for

thanks for the help finding items we were looking for . NOLA express is next

06/29/2026

Great selection and great service

Great selection and great service. Quality shipping and packaging. First class all the way. Will be back for more as the pricing is the best. I look around for the best price and selection and always come back here. Thank you for everything. Ladd

Ladd Darnell

06/27/2026

He’s numero

He’s numero uno

06/06/2026

good stuff

Walker

05/13/2026

Buk shop

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03/12/2026

Buk shop is the

Buk shop is the best

03/07/2026

A special Bukowski piece, perfectly handled

Absolutely perfect.

The 1993 New Years Greeting arrived in excellent condition, exactly as described and even better than expected. The signature and drawing are beautiful, and the fact that it is copy #1/226 makes it even more special.

Packaging was outstanding — extremely careful and professional, with great attention to protection during international shipping.

Mike was impeccable throughout the entire process: kind, professional, reliable, and clearly passionate about what he does.

A truly excellent experience from start to finish.

Luca Falcone

03/06/2026

Everything is perfect !

Everything is perfect, the autograph is perfectly packaged with great care and accompanied by items that really add that extra touch. Thank you very much for the attention you give to these works !

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Charles Bukowski: Letters to Ben Tibbs

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Charles Bukowski Signed Books

The Complete Bukowski Catalog

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