BOOKS & PUBLICATIONS

Note: Books are listed alphabetically by author. Prices are subject to change.


WAITING FOR AN ECHO

By Leon Barnard


Waiting For An Echo

"'Saving my notes on scratch paper scattered here & there for decades, I recently published: Waiting For An Echo - as a tribute to the memory of Jim Morrison - The Poet, and laughtime friend."

Website:
http://www.waitingforanecho.com
OR
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
$13.99 USD + S/H

THE END

By Sam Bernett


The End

Sam Bernett re-opens the file on the death of Jim Morrison in his book 'The End', published in 2007. Bernett was owner the owner of a 70's Parisian nightclub known as the 'Rock n' Roll Circus' where Jim Morrison was said to have spent his final hours.

Website:
http://www.amazon.ca/

Price:
$25.99 USD + S/H

INSIDE THE FIRE

By B. Douglas Cameron


Inside The Fire

"'I feel that many dreams really do come true. Imagine being a kid - one of among millions out in the Midwest - who was a piano player and totally involved musically with his favorite rock band. Then, through an odd twist of fate, was actually able to meet, work and travel with this same band. The kid was me and the band was The Doors. I was walking five feet above ground for months and months. Awesome would be an understatement. The Doors taught me so much, but it was no easy school. My book contains a previously unpublished radio interview with Ray Manzarek, and comments from The Doors' road manager Vince Treanor III."

Website:
http://www.bdouglascameron.com/

Price:
$20.00 USD - Autographed

THE DOORS UNHINGED

JIM MORRISON'S LEGACY GOES ON TRIAL

By John Densmore


Riders On The Storm

"Featuring previously-unreleased photos of Jim Morrison, the band, the Morrison family, and the author himself, Densmore's second book gives readers an intimate glimpse into this recent chapter of The Doors' history. With endorsements and support from Neil Young, Tom Petty, Bonnie Raitt, Randy Newman, Tom Waits, Eddie Vedder, Jim Ladd, Oliver Stone, Tim Robbins, Jeff Bridges, Michael Blake, Tom Robbins, Michael Connelly, Anthony DeCurtis, Nigel Williamson, Pearl 'Penny' Courson, and the Jim Morrison estate, John Densmore's THE DOORS: UNHINGED is a humorous and heartbreaking account of one man's fight to preserve the meaning behind the music. Densmore joins the growing number of authors opting to tell their story their way by self-publishing via Amazon.com's indie publishing platforms, CreateSpace and Kindle Direct Publishing. "

Website:
http://www.amazon.com/

Price:
To Be Announced - Available on April 17th, 2013

RIDERS ON THE STORM

MY LIFE WITH JIM MORRISON AND THE DOORS

By John Densmore


Riders On The StormRiders On The Storm

"Here is the book that Rolling Stone called "the first Doors biography that feels like it was written for the right reasons, and it is easily the most informed account of the Doors' brief but brilliant life as a group"

Website:
http://www.amazon.com/

Price:
$11.56 USD + S/H

Audio Book:
Out of Print - Price Varies

THE DOORS

By The Doors & Ben Fong-Torres


The Doors by The Doors

"The Doors are rock royalty. Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, and John Densmore reinvented rock 'n' roll in the 60s, and their influence can be felt even today. Now, for the first time, the living members of the band are opening up their personal archives to their fans, telling their story in their own words. This book is filled with untold anecdotes and never-before-seen photos from their private collections. Fans can learn first-hand what really went on in America's most enigmatic and mythical band."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
$29.70 USD + S/H

FLASH OF EDEN

By Paul Ferrara


Flash Of Eden

In 2007, Paul Ferrara published this autobiography titled 'Flash of Eden', summarized by Paul with a quote from the last line in the book, "The right place at the right time". The book was originally released with a DVD copy of 'Making HWY', however the film is now available to watch from Paul's website along with 'Those Were The Days'. To purchase a copy of 'Flash of Eden', please visit Paul's website.

Website:
http://www.paulferrara.net

BILL GRAHAM PRESENTS

MY LIFE INSIDE ROCK AND OUT

By Bill Graham & Robert Greenfield


Becoming Elektra

"As a child, Bill Graham fled Europe to escape Hitler's armies. He grew up on the streets of New York and in the dining rooms of the hotels in the Catskills. After failing as an actor, he headed for San Francisco right before the Summer of Love where he founded the Fillmore and launched the rock icons of a generation--Janis Joplin, Otis Redding, Jefferson Airplane, Cream, the Grateful Dead, and more. He was a complex, caring, compassionate whirlwind of energy who rock stars either loved--or hated.In his own voice and those of the people who knew him--Jerry Garcia, Keith Richards, Grace Slick, Ken Kesey, Eric Clapton, Pete Townshend, and Carlos Santana--we hear Bill's story as well as the scoop on the major events in rock for more than three decades, ending with his tragic death in a 1991 helicopter crash. Gritty, moving, funny, and always fascinating, Bill Graham Presents is the inside story of the explosive and unforgettable man who created the business of rock."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com/

Price:
$16.32 USD + S/H

FOLLOW THE MUSIC

By Jac Holzman & Gavan Daws


Follow The Music

"Holzman, founder of Elektra Records, shares his experiences with Elektra and the classical Nonesuch line, from their origins in the late Fifties through the golden age of the Sixties."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com/

Price:
$14.21 USD + S/H

JIM MORRISON. THE LORDS. THE NEW CREATURES.

HIS ORIGINAL PUBLISHED POETRY

Foreword by Jerry Hopkins


The Lords & New Creatures

"The two volumes of Morrison’s poetry included in this volume, the only examples of Morrison’s poetry published during his lifetime, were first issued in 1969 as private limited editions of only 100 copies each. Later American editions became essential reading, not just for fans of The Doors, but for all with an interest in contemporary American verse.

Though subsequent volumes of Morrison’s poetry have been published posthumously, The Lords and The New Creatures are the only works Morrison authorised and are an important appendix to the breathtaking music he left behind.

This new edition of The Lords and The New Creatures features a foreword and biography of Morrison by Jerry Hopkins, co-author of the acclaimed and best selling Morrison biography No One Here Gets Out Alive."

Available: January 2012

Published By: Omnibus Press

Order: http://www.omnibuspress.com





BECOMING ELEKTRA

THE TRUE STORY OF JAC HOLZMAN'S VISIONARY RECORD LABEL

By Mike Houghton


Becoming Elektra

"Becoming Elektra is an account of Elektra Records in the Jac Holzman years from 1950 to 1973. It tells the story of Elektra's growth from a small independent folk label to a major multi-faceted hit making concern."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com/

Price:
$22.76 USD + S/H

SUMMER WITH MORRISON

By Dennis C. Jakob


Summer With Morrison

"Summer with Morrison, a new book by Dennis C. Jakob, explores the time in the singer’s life from film school at UCLA to the first stages of his fame. Jakob tells the story from a unique perspective, for he was Morrison’s roommate and fellow filmmaker for most of this period. "

Website:
http://www.iondrivepublishing.com/

Price:
$14.21 USD + S/H

ERIC KING'S COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO PSYCHEDELIC POSTERS & HANDBILLS

By Eric King


Eric King's Poster Guide

"This Guide is the product of over 45 years of study of this material. It was completely revised in 1995 and 1996 and again in 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2008 and still once more in 2011. It is 825 pages long single spaced and deals with over 870 images all but one of which is illustrated in postage stamp size in black and white. The material covered extends to all the posters, postcards and handbills issued by the Family Dog between 1965 and 1970, all the numbered posters, postcards and handbills issued by Bill Graham for the Fillmore/Fillmore West series between 1966 in 1973, all the known posters, postcards and handbills issued by Russ Gibb for any concert between 1966 in 1973 as well as any concert presented by anyone else at the Grande Ballroom in this timeframe, any material which is part of the Neon Rose series by Victor Moscoso from 1966 to 1968 and all known material for the Vulcan Gas Company in Austin, Texas from 1967 to 1970."

Website:
http://www.therose7.com/

For those who own a previously printed version of the guide, updates can be found HERE.

JIM MORRISON

DIARIO FOTOGRAFICO

By Frank Lisciandro


The Lizard King Was Here

Frank Lisciandro's third publication of his photography of Jim Morrison. Includes previously unseen photos not available in 'Feast of Friends' or 'An Hour For Magic'.

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
$29.99 USD + S/H (Price Varies)

A FEAST OF FRIENDS & AN HOUR FOR MAGIC

By Frank Lisciandro


Riders On The StormRiders On The Storm

Frank Lisciandro's original two publications of photography, with stories and other facts about Jim Morrison of The Doors.

Website:
A Feast Of Friends - http://www.amazon.com/
An Hour For Magic - http://www.amazon.com/

Price:

A Feast of Friends:
Out of Print - Price Varies

An Hour For Magic:
Out of Print - Price Varies

MY DAYS WITH THE DOORS

AND OTHER STORIES

By Doug Lubahn


My Days With The Doors

"'When The Doors were at the peak of their creative and commercial powers, DOUG LUBAHN was the man they chose to be their bass player. Through three crucial albums – "Strange Days," "Waiting for the Sun,"and "The Soft Parade", Lubahn plays most of the bass lines that are such an important part of The Doors' sound. Now -- for the first time -- Lubahn tells the story of his days among the greats of rock 'n' roll. He quickly reaches the pinnacle during his years with THE DOORS, from the quiet days before they were big (JIM MORRISON would chauffeur him to the studio each day in a Volkswagen), to his 2004 reunion with RAY MANZAREK and ROBBY KRIEGER. Come inside the studio as Lubahn recalls The Doors' highs and lows, the day Ray gets bashed in the face, and the awful silence as he sits with Ray, Robby and John after Morrison's death. Lubahn also offers song-by-song notes and inside stories from THE DOORS recording sessions. The man Ray Manzarek has called....."THE FIFTH DOOR."

Website:
http://www.douglubahn.com

Price:
$19.95 USD
$29.95 USD - Autographed
$39.95 USD - Custom Book / Autographed

THE LIZARD KING WAS HERE

THE LIFE & TIMES OF JIM MORRISON IN ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA

By Mark Opsasnick


The Lizard King Was Here

"'The Lizard King Was Here: The Life and Times of Jim Morrison in Alexandria, Virginia' is an in-depth study of a greatly overlooked period in the mercurial life of Jim Morrison, the late poet and lyricist-vocalist of the rock and roll band "The Doors" who died at the age of 27 in 1971. Examining Morrison's life from January 1959 to August 1961 - the years he resided in Alexandria, Virginia and attended George Washington High School - author Mark Opsasnick reveals a wealth of experiences that served to influence the singer’s poetry, lyrics, and work as a performing artist with the Doors. The end result is a fresh look at a formative period in the life of one of rock and roll's greatest superstars. Dedicated fans of Jim Morrison will be enthralled with 'The Lizard King Was Here'."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
$21.99 USD + S/H

MY EYES HAVE SEEN YOU

By Jerry Prochnicky & Joe Russo


My Eyes Have Seen You

"Over 100 rare, never-before-published photos tracing Morrison's life from beginning to the end and beyond. A solid overview of a performer, that in retrospect, seems to embody all the bravery, idealism and folly that have come to characterize the 1960s. Photographers from four different countries consented to allow their photographs to appear for the first time in this volume. Self-published, limited edition of 1000 copies. Soft cover, 7x10 size, on high quality reproduction paper."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
Out Of Print - Price Varies

BREAK ON THROUGH

THE LIFE AND DEATH OF JIM MORRISON

By James Riordan & Jerry Prochnicky


My Eyes Have Seen You

"Thirty-five years after his death in Paris at age twenty-seven, Jim Morrison's iconic legend remains as powerful as ever, swathed in the mists of mystery. There have been numerous biographies about the self-proclaimed "Lizard King's" life and career. But none have examined his roots and childhood, the intellectual foundations of his music, his wild days with the Doors, and his enigmatic early death as completely and insightfully as Break On Through.

More than simply a fascinating look at a rock legend whose cult following never stops growing, here is the definitive Morrison biography: his angry relationship with his father; the early tragedies and terrible events responsible for the darkness of his artistic vision; his private life and legal trials, including his infamous Miami obscenity bust; and the truth about his final hours. Based on extensive research and featuring dozens of rarely published photographs, this is the authoritative portrait of the poet, the grim visionary, the haunted man, and his haunting music."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
Softcover - $13.16 USD + S/H
Hardcover - Out Of Print - Price Varies

THE END

By Bob Seymore


The End

An in-depth investigation into the death of Jim Morrison by Bob Seymore. Out of print.

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
Out Of Print - Price Varies

THE DOORS ON THE ROAD

By Greg Shaw


The Doors On The Road

"A history of The Doors live shows from 1965-1972 with memorabilia, dates and locations to the final Hollywood Bowl concert without Jim Morrison. Full of anecdotes, eyewitness accounts and reminiscences, reviews of the shows and Morrison's dialogue with the audiences."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
Out Of Print - Price Varies

WAY DOWN: Playing Bass With Elvis, Dylan, The Doors & More

By Jerry Scheff


Way Down

"In this candid and perceptive memoir of his 45-year career, bassist Jerry Scheff takes us onto Elvis's private jet, on tour with Bob Dylan, and into the studio with the Doors. A stalwart presence behind some of the greatest names of popular music, Scheff has also played with Roy Orbison, Elvis Costello, the Association, Neil Diamond, Johnny Mathis, the Everly Brothers, John Denver, and Nancy Sinatra, to name just a few. Eschewing hype, Scheff provides a behind-the-scenes perspective, from having worked sleeves rolled up, side by side, with the great artists in their factories."

Available: March 2012

Published By: Backbeat Books

Order: http://www.halleonardbooks.com














THE DOORS

A GUIDE

By Doug Sundling


Way Down

"In an era when the three-minute pop single ruled the music world, The Doors stood proud as practitioners of album art. Taking each of their albums in turn, this book discusses the lyrical and musical patterns that shaped the songs, the recording sessions that spawned them, and the cultural environment in which each work was created. A complete discography is featured."

Website:
http://www.amazon.com

Price:
Out Of Print - Price Varies

THE DOORS FAQ

ALL THAT'S LEFT TO KNOW ABOUT THE ACID KINGS OF ROCK

By Rich Weidman


The Doors FAQ

"It has been 40 years since the untimely death of L.A.'s mystic and rock's Dionysus, Jim Morrison, yet the Doors have consistently inspired new generations of fans worldwide ever since. Highlighting one of the most influential, original, and outrageous American bands of the 1960s, The Doors FAQ is a dynamic, unorthodox exploration of this remarkable band and its enigmatic lead singer. Drawing upon unique sources, Rich Weidman digs deep and serves up fresh perspective on the music, from the garage to the hits to the outtakes; and on the band's members, from their roots, influences, and key industry partners to their rare talents, personal foibles, love affairs, and arrests. This volume also details every studio album and live recording, all the highs and lows of the Doors in concert (including the notorious 1969 Miami concert), Morrison's 40-day trial, and the death of the "Lizard King" in Paris in 1971, as well as post-Morrison milestones. Unlike the straightforward narratives of other Doors biographies, this inventive, ceremonious biographical collage leaves no stone unturned, covering the band both with Morrison and post-Morrison, including the 2010 When You're Strange documentary and the recent pardon of Morrison by the State of Florida for the Miami concert. Countless rare images from album art to ticket stubs to posters accompany the text, in this dazzling edition of solid rock scholarship."

Website:
http://www.halleonardbooks.com

Price:
$13.45 USD + S/H