Ballantine Books
American book publisher.
- Editions tracked
- 377
- First editions
- 274
- Books
- 374
- Years
- 1916 to 2025
How to spot a Ballantine Books first edition
We have not yet written the guide to Ballantine Books's first-edition conventions. Until we do, check each book's own page: we list its points where we know them. Know how Ballantine Books marked its firsts? Tell us.
AuthorsAnne McCaffrey (21)Terry Brooks (17)Alan Dean Foster (16)Piers Anthony (15)David Eddings (12)Larry Niven (11)Linda Howard (9)Arthur C. Clarke (7)Jim Davis (7)Katherine Kurtz (7)
SeriesDragonriders of PernMerry GentryRizzoli & IslesXanthDeryni novelsIncarnations of ImmortalityApprentice AdeptHeechee Saga
Published by Ballantine Books
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Frequently asked questions
How do I identify a Ballantine Books first edition?
Check the title page and the copyright page: a Ballantine Books first edition gives the first date of publication with no later impression or edition stated. Each book's page here lists its own points.
How many Ballantine Books books does MyVolumes track?
We track 377 editions published by Ballantine Books, 274 of them first editions, across 374 books.