One Step Closer . . .

HOORAY! My two advance copies of Laura and the Leprechauns finally arrived! I’m absolutely tickled with the final product! It’s amazing to see the difference between the quality of digital printing compared to offset printing. There really is no comparison—offset printing wins hands down. The glitter accents make a big difference too. I’m glad I stuck it out and found a printer that could do the glitter. As of now, (until the entire shipment arrives), I plan to keep one copy for myself and the other one I will send to Amazon.com so that they can do the “Search Inside” program. I’m curious as to which pictures they will choose to display. So far I’ve only selected two pictures—other than the cover—to share on some blog sites. I am also considering submitting my book on Google Books, but I’m not completely sold on the idea yet. I’d like to get some advice from my editor who is more knowledgeable in these areas, so I’ll wait and see. I heard back from my web designer about the updates, and it’s a go! Everything I designed can be done, she just has to do the programming for it. I was very happy to hear this. She plans to start on the project next week so you should see some new content soon. I look forward to hearing your comments about the additions.

Another great thing that has been happening is that I’ve been receiving fabulous reviews from readers of the Advanced Review Copies I sent out to those who answered an ad I placed in Dan Poynter’s Marketplace newsletter. These customer reviews are from teachers, professional reviewers, and people who simply love to read books. They received a promotional package containing a bookmark, postcard, press release, author photo and the all-important ARC that I still had available after my submissions to the main book reviewers in the industry. But I have been so touched by the customer responses! I had no idea this book would be received as well as it has been, but it definitely has my spirits up! It’s a great feeling to know that people appreciate something you love to do and put so much time and effort into. And this book creation process has definitely been a journey. I’ll be posting their reviews on my website as well, so be sure to take a peek at them. Until then, I’ll be sure to keep you posted on any upcoming news. Take care!

Amber

http://www.chrysalispress.com