Let say you want to get a collectible signed by a celebrity be it John Lennon or Stephen Ambrose. How do you go about it? First of all, you need to get ready a few items. You need to have a word processor or typewriter, mailing supplies, postage, the item you want an autograph and the recipient’s address. If you do not know where to get the addresses, these are the tips on how to get the right addresses.

For entertainment celebrities, they always have a site or fan club website that offers real addresses. If you want an autograph from an author, you can check out the author’s site, which usually has instructions on how to get book signing. Political figures have the mailed to the office so check out the government site for more info. Usually you can get all these from the internet so do a quick search.

Before you send the item to the celebrity, you need to have a good cover letter explaining your request of getting his or her autograph on the items. Compliment notable accomplishment achieved by the celebrity or how you enjoy his or her performance in a show. Mention something to show your appreciation to what he or her has done. You must remember to enclose the return mailer and postage, or else the celebrity might not return it back to you.

Another important issue you need to take note is some sports stars requires a fee for signing. Therefore, make an inquiry before you send the items. For politicians, it is easier to get an autograph if you mention something of his interests such as a latest issue or event. Although by far, sports stars are the only public figures I know that will charge a fee for every signature.

When you want to package the items, you must be carefull. For example, if it is a book, you can use a corrugated box book mailer. To protect the book, use a bubble wrap instead of newpaper. Newspaper ink might smudge the book. As for rigid items such as photo cover or magazine cover, use a rigid photo mailer. Get a wrapper or mailer box big enough to fit the items. When you pack the book, don’t seal the mailer box, as this is the same box the celebrity is going to return the book.

When you have everything ready, put it in the bubble mailing envelope and send it to the address you obtained. Another way to ensure it is safely delivered to the destination, make sure you send it as a priority mail or insured.