Thanks for asking, Shut. Here's an overview of what's been happening.
A few days ago I went to a book signing by Jon Ronson. He's the Brit author who is quite celebrated, and was on the Jon Stewart show a week ago - all to discuss his new book on public shaming, cyber bullying and the like. He is also the author of The Men Who Stare at Goats, which I cite in DB Cooper and the FBI. Jon and I spoke briefly, and I was surprised that he had never heard of the DB Cooper case, but he gave me his email address to send him a file copy. He was very supportive of my work, too!
Upon 377's suggestion, I will be sending out the chapter on Al Di as a free-standing article to local pubs, such as Seattle Magazine, the Parachutist, and whatever else I can find. I'll even send a copy to the Seattle desk of the NY Times - never can tell...
I've also been researching how to print up a few hard-copy books. the so-called "author editions." Third Place Books in Seattle will do that, but they want three-hundred bucks for the set-up. Ug. To print at a regular publisher I'll need my own ISBN numbers and they cost a few hundred as well, so I'll chip away on that as soon as my e-book editor is paid in full.
I want to have hard-copy books in hand before I hit the speaker trail, such as libraries, Rotaries, etc.
But I will be sending out press releases shortly to area pubs. That's one of the next TTD - Things To Do!
I've also fielded a few enquiries from film companies and videographers. The conversation starts favorably, but then fades from view; not sure why.
Also continuing to send out queries and sample chapters to literary agents. I'm still looking at going the traditional route as it gives me better distribution and promotion.
As for stats, I've sold 22 copies, and four copies were read through the Amazon lending library. I raised the cost to $9.99, which is par with GG's Skyjack.
I'll be sure to post more Updates here in the future!
