tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post7500464899148226387..comments2024-03-29T06:59:38.914-04:00Comments on Jungle Red Writers: On the road with SAY NO MORE!Jungle Red Writershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-300100085518856852016-11-11T10:56:44.732-05:002016-11-11T10:56:44.732-05:00Deb, I have heard of that happening with some very...Deb, I have heard of that happening with some very big name authors - as a way of limited the time people spend in line. But if the store ran out of the current book, that is ridiculous. I would have left with no book as well. <br /><br />The only similar situation I had was at an off-site signing, where I purchased 3 books from the sponsoring vendor in the lobby. We were giving numbers for the signing line because it was a huge name author and there were thousands of people. When it came time for the signing, the organizers elected to say that the numbers meant nothing and that people could line up at will. Well, this meant that all those sitting/standing near the start of the line got there first and I would have been in line for several hours. Angry, I took my books back to the vendor and demanded a refund (on 3 books) and promptly went to other bookstore to buy the authors new book (but not the other 2, since I was only buying them to get signed). Bad for the author, bad for that vendor bookstore, but not so bad for the other bookstore who got a sale at least.Kristopherhttp://www.bolobooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-56223640202478933792016-11-11T07:40:51.243-05:002016-11-11T07:40:51.243-05:00Hank, it was so wonderful to see you last night - ...Hank, it was so wonderful to see you last night - as always.<br /><br />I never go to a signing without buying a book from that author. As Kristopher (?) said maybe it's not the book being promoted but something. I recently stopped into RG Belsky's visit to Mystery Lovers. I already had Blonde Ice, but I bought the first in the series. And he was over the moon about my review of Blonde Ice, too.<br /><br />I also know what you mean about the extra-polite thing. I was going into Bruegger's for a sandwich on Wednesday and an older couple was coming out. I opened the door wide, then stepped out of the way. The man was kind of surprised. "Thank, thank you!" All I did was open a door.<br /><br />How sad it takes something like this election to make us remember basic manners, but at least we can remember them.Liz Millironhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04919409969263609919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-22022340476799015272016-11-10T23:02:36.601-05:002016-11-10T23:02:36.601-05:00 safe travels, dear Debs!
Kathy, I have read yo... safe travels, dear Debs! <br /><br /> Kathy, I have read your review 15,000 million times. I am in love with it… Thank you! <br /><br /> Barbara, crossing fingers you love it! Keep me posted! XxHank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-37676612999303250082016-11-10T23:01:22.993-05:002016-11-10T23:01:22.993-05:00DebRo -- that is absolutely ridiculous! As an auth...DebRo -- that is absolutely ridiculous! As an author, if someone buys one of my backless boxed, I will sign it with great joy. I cannot even begin to comprehend the rationale that went into that. Crazy! And I am so sorry. Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-61023562197987428822016-11-10T22:57:09.090-05:002016-11-10T22:57:09.090-05:00Sorry, Hank, that I'm coming in so late. I...Sorry, Hank, that I'm coming in so late. I've been gone all day. You know how much I love Say No More. It is spectacular! Hope you're having fun on the tour.<br /><br />If I lived near where authors were visiting, I'd be there with bells on!Kathy Reelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17004247271452356577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-87118842249405056622016-11-10T21:53:06.240-05:002016-11-10T21:53:06.240-05:00I've gone to hear authors speak whose new book...I've gone to hear authors speak whose new book I already had. I bought another one, had it signed, and gave away the original one, hoping to gain a new fan for the author. (It was Hank.)<br /><br />I do have a question about protocol: a friend went with her daughter and son-in-law to hear an author (non-fiction) and buy a signed copy of her latest book. They were all sold out. Her son-in-law had planned to give it to his mom for her birthday, as she is another fan of that author. With all the copies of the newest book sold out, he decided to buy her an earlier book and have it signed. He was told he could buy it-- but could not have it signed. He was annoyed and ended up not buying anything. Do authors or bookstores often have these "rules" that the author will only sign the most recent book? (My friend wouldn't buy anything that day, either, and she no longer goes to that independent bookstore.)<br /><br />Deb Romano Deb Romanohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01650858888197217258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-73529823553862030252016-11-10T20:45:07.722-05:002016-11-10T20:45:07.722-05:00I try to attend as many author talks and signings ...I try to attend as many author talks and signings as I can no matter if the author is one of my "favorites" or if I have never read any of her/his books. This is how I find new favorites. Truth be told, I had never read any of your books when I first heard you speak at The Book Carnival in Orange, Ca. but now I have read all your books, even the "old" Charlotte ones. Thanks for making those appearances. <br /><br />What's next for Jane? I am glad that she at least gave lip service to getting health insurance and a retirement plan, even though it was Jake's. (She needs to seriously consider getting her own)<br /><br />I'm on page 332 of "Say No More," so I have to get back to reading.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-33072935433602735282016-11-10T20:15:10.538-05:002016-11-10T20:15:10.538-05:00Hank, your excerpt is absolutely gripping!!!! I ca...Hank, your excerpt is absolutely gripping!!!! I can't wait to read SAY NO MORE when I get home from England (it will be waiting for me!) <br /><br />So glad you're having a successful tour. I do try to go to signings when I can but Dallas no longer has an indie, and the flagship B&N is thirty miles. Still, I got to see fabulous Mark Pryor recently and he was terrific.<br /><br />I've never left a book signing without buying several books, and I think that authors getting out and meeting readers and bookstore owners is invaluable. Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-91218795980020531772016-11-10T16:00:10.082-05:002016-11-10T16:00:10.082-05:00Coralee. -- was an absolute treat to meet you! Ho...Coralee. -- was an absolute treat to meet you! How funny to finally see each other in person… and you are so fabulous to have come! XxxxHank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-32689024492774707812016-11-10T15:59:38.397-05:002016-11-10T15:59:38.397-05:00 Just arrived in Pittsburgh! And I am in the car o... Just arrived in Pittsburgh! And I am in the car on the way to the hotel. Jim, you are so right, it really depends on the person. <br /><br />Kait! So pleased you love the book! Hooray! <br />Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-21200896572116912732016-11-10T15:58:03.733-05:002016-11-10T15:58:03.733-05:00Susan, I am so looking forward to going to Toronto... Susan, I am so looking forward to going to Toronto! Can't wait to see you all… <br /><br /> And oh, Bev, so sad to miss you! We had a great time… Tattered cover has some signed copies, too! Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-76547560251093431772016-11-10T13:15:14.161-05:002016-11-10T13:15:14.161-05:00I've never been to a signing and not bought a ...I've never been to a signing and not bought a book. Might not have been the book that was being promoted, but typically a book by that author. At least. Usually, I leave with several other books as well. <br /><br />There is not doubt that signing helps bookstores.Kristopherhttp://www.bolobooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-80944329674946615702016-11-10T12:44:59.882-05:002016-11-10T12:44:59.882-05:00Book signings are like magic. I think the book tou...Book signings are like magic. I think the book tours dropped when mega corporations began to weigh the cost of the tour vs. the returns in sales. I also think folks are isolating more communicating via online sources. <br /><br />Seeing the person who had the talent, the inspiration and the doggedness to sit, and think and type and edit is .. exhilarating. It is the performance part of the art of the novel. <br /><br />When I worked in libraries, I would book children's authors to come speak. To see the wonder in some of the faces as the child began to understand there was a person behind the pages that made the story real. Such a treasure to watch that insight develop. I understand that not all authors enjoy self marketing. As a reader I treasure the ones that do tour and meet and great. <br /><br />Hank, meeting you last week is one of the best moments of 2016 to date. Namaste to all have the chance to do the tours. <br /><br />Coralee Hickshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06691335135691119400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-69139627026774006782016-11-10T12:27:02.211-05:002016-11-10T12:27:02.211-05:00Just navigated about 27 million gates at the crazy...Just navigated about 27 million gates at the crazy O'Hare airport, but it's all worth it… boarding in half an hour…on the way to Pittsburgh!Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-26334619505002237632016-11-10T12:26:12.041-05:002016-11-10T12:26:12.041-05:00Which brings up a great point… How often do you go...Which brings up a great point… How often do you go to a signing and not buy the book? My answer is… Never.Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-65802628825194058432016-11-10T12:18:14.346-05:002016-11-10T12:18:14.346-05:00For me, I really like seeing the authors in person...For me, I really like seeing the authors in person because I know the books will be available for purchase.<br /><br />Personally, I prefer book signings.<br /><br />If I can get to the bookstore, I will go. Sometimes it is too far away or the time is wrong.<br /><br />DianaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-34353996945366864842016-11-10T11:23:36.838-05:002016-11-10T11:23:36.838-05:00Lovely post, Hank and thank you for the excerpt. W...Lovely post, Hank and thank you for the excerpt. WOW. Enjoy the rest of the tour, and continue to take us along.Kaithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07758348842858993203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-83987278061119635462016-11-10T11:19:41.641-05:002016-11-10T11:19:41.641-05:00We don't have enough authors visiting the Tria...We don't have enough authors visiting the Triangle area. Fortunately we've got quite a few of our own, whom I go see sometimes. Would love to get you and a few more coming our way!<br /><br />On reading: I'd generally prefer to hear the author talk about the writing process, or their inspiration for this book, or something like that. OTOH, one of my favorite author visits was John Scalzi, who did read from his new book. A lot depends on how comfy the author is doing the reading.<br /><br />I like the idea of an interview format. Saw one of those two years ago with Louise Penny and it worked pretty well. Would love to have a chance to catch one of Kristopher's.<br />Jim Collinsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-45357502539277953802016-11-10T11:19:02.171-05:002016-11-10T11:19:02.171-05:00You were in Denver and I didn't know!! Oh man,...You were in Denver and I didn't know!! Oh man, I am so sad that I missed you. I would have driven down from Wyoming to meet you and hear you speak any day. Besides, a day spent at The Tattered Cover is never wasted. I hope you had a good turnout there. Congratulations! This book looks terrific. I will be headed out to buy it first chance I get.Bev Fontainenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-61739105315366534862016-11-10T10:22:34.784-05:002016-11-10T10:22:34.784-05:00I'm lucky to live in Toronto, where author vis...I'm lucky to live in Toronto, where author visits are thick on the ground. And the Toronto Public Library often hosts wonderful author events, both big and small. So we're spoiled for choice.<br /><br />Looking forward to meeting you, Hank, when you come to our SinC meeting in June (!!!)Susan Dhttp://www.susandaly.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-89665161524550442922016-11-10T10:16:08.077-05:002016-11-10T10:16:08.077-05:00Yes, I've done some bookstore LIVE interviews ...Yes, I've done some bookstore LIVE interviews with Lyndsay Faye, David Swinson, etc. It is a great way to make the events different. <br /><br />And yes, I love Ingrid Thoft's books. I'm behind a book or two at the moment. Need to fix that. She really is quite a good writer and a lovely person.Kristopherhttp://www.bolobooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-67672729091552771362016-11-10T10:15:51.257-05:002016-11-10T10:15:51.257-05:00Oh, Rhys, that's interesting! Yes, if a bookst...Oh, Rhys, that's interesting! Yes, if a bookstore sells 30 books at a signing, they've got to be happy about that!<br /><br />ANd yes, the turnout question--I was so worried about last night--I thought maybe people would not want to come to a bookstore but would want to stay home and figure out the world. But we had a great crowd, so whew. And thank you!<br /><br />WHo's the coolest person you've ever seen? I once went to hear Daniel SIlva--he was TWO HOYRS LATTE because of snow in NYC. ANd the crowd, which filled every seat, did not budge. We all sat there and read his book while we waited. (When he arrived, he OLNY took questions. Weird, huh? NObody cared. And the book had already (instantly) hit number one on the NYT.<br /><br />ANd last week i signed with Nora Roberts. It was--incredible.Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-37893236097379660192016-11-10T09:53:23.496-05:002016-11-10T09:53:23.496-05:00Ann, so funny. Yes, it;s bizarre to be traveling, ...Ann, so funny. Yes, it;s bizarre to be traveling, but I have to say, people are being REALLY nice and extra polite to each other. I mean it's--noticeable. <br /><br />Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-1354861253461666042016-11-10T09:53:20.075-05:002016-11-10T09:53:20.075-05:00Hank, fabulous excerpt from a terrific book! Every...Hank, fabulous excerpt from a terrific book! Everyone go out and buy it now!<br />I'm always amazed at what distances people will travel to come to a book signing. A hundred miles is nothing. There were folk from Tucson at Hank's signing in Scottsdale on Sunday. I've had people come from over 200 miles. Once in Albany NY in horrible snow I had a woman come from Philadelphia (look at your map. It's a long way. In winter snow)<br />I know they don't pay for themselves financially but meeting a favorite author means so much to people. And I love to revisit with the same people too.<br />As for turnout, you can never tell. I've had standing room only crowds and I've had embarrassingly small ones. I try to make everyone feel welcome no matter how small the gathering. <br />And the other point about book tours (which I voiced to the head of my publishing house when I met her recently) is that a visit by an author generates enough money to keep that store going for another week or so. Without them many indies would go underRhysnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-4067529864974542792016-11-10T09:51:41.291-05:002016-11-10T09:51:41.291-05:00Hallie, so great to see you there! It's always...Hallie, so great to see you there! It's always such a nerve-wracking event... (I read, didn't I? It all runs together...) You're next, right? ANd eager to hear how you like the book...<br /><br />FLora,yes, researching this was heart-breaking, exactly. It made me very very conscious of how carefully I had to write it. Crossing fingers it works. It can also be tricky to talk about sexual assault on the tour. I'm never quite sure how the audience will respond.Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.com