Fake Ray Bradbury signature?

I'm almost certain this is fake, especially because it's a laid in signature, which I always assume is a forgery unless there is a very good reason not to.

In any case, I figured it would be worth asking just in case.

I bought the book it came with for a good bit under what a non-signed copy would cost, so the authenticity of the signature never mattered to me at the time of purchase.

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Permalink Reply by AustinCollector on August 22, 2024 at 5:12pm

I actually think this one is good, but my experience with Bradbury is limited.

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Permalink Reply by JK on August 22, 2024 at 5:19pm

I also think it may be real. I am just going from memory but I wrote to RB many times and this does not immediately send up any red flags for me.

I'd also scrutinize/compare the inscription - it might help confirm its authenticity.

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Permalink Reply by kg202 on August 23, 2024 at 6:37am

Very surprised to hear this might be authentic! Perhaps I've grown too cynical with all of the forgeries out there.

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Permalink Reply by AustinCollector on August 23, 2024 at 5:43pm

That's a good attitude to have. But I think you have a good one here.

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Permalink Reply by JK on August 23, 2024 at 6:23pm

Here are some examples of writing and signatures from two item I got from RB. These are probably later than your item but they give you an idea of his writing.