Author Topic: Book printing (Read 14048 times)

Palustris · « **on:** January 21, 2016, 01:07:01 PM »

Well the draft of the first book has gone off to the Editor today. We shall see what happens. This is not one of the stories I put on here.
This is a long one similar in some ways to The Silver Sword or I Am David.
Editor is elder son and he will publish it as a book eventually.

ideasguy · « **Reply #1 on:** January 22, 2016, 09:18:22 AM »

What is the title of the book Eric? Keep us posted on developments here please.
I didn't know your son was an editor! It must run in the family

Palustris · « **Reply #2 on:** January 22, 2016, 10:54:57 AM »

He is only the unofficial editor, but he has done a couple of very, very technical books (now standard reading in Universities) so he knows the ins and outs of the process. Amazon do a very good self publishing service so we will use that.
No proper title for the book as yet. Working title is "The Walkers." but I do not like it so we are trying to come up with a better name.

Palustris · « **Reply #3 on:** January 27, 2016, 12:49:35 PM »

Progress is a bit slow. We have come up with a snappier title, but we are having difficulty finding a suitable picture for the cover. Amazing how many mistakes we have found despite the number of times and people who have read the story.

Palustris · « **Reply #4 on:** January 30, 2016, 07:58:21 PM »

The book is printed and available on Amazon. It is called Flight to The Betty. What a fantastic birthday present.

ideasguy · « **Reply #5 on:** January 31, 2016, 10:14:03 AM »

That was quick Eric.
If you have a direct link please post it here.
Good luck with the sales

What is the age group of your target audience?

Palustris · « **Reply #6 on:** January 31, 2016, 10:44:22 AM »

This one was written when my three eldest were about 10, 9 and 7. It was done about them and for them.
If this link has our name on it then I will have to remove it.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Flight-Betty-Eric-Marsh-x/dp/1523690364/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_img_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=0DAVZ18E7S22RXY8BNTM
We have ordered one copy for more proof reading so we may have to re-publish after that.

ideasguy · « **Reply #7 on:** January 31, 2016, 03:12:44 PM »

The authors name is displayed, Eric, that's all.
The link would help as Google will probably find it from this topic.

Palustris · « **Reply #8 on:** February 02, 2016, 07:55:01 PM »

Got the first copy today for final proof reading. Very chuffed.

ideasguy · « **Reply #9 on:** February 03, 2016, 01:38:47 PM »

I can imagine Eric. Hope it turns out to be a best seller

Palustris · « **Reply #10 on:** February 03, 2016, 03:27:48 PM »

I doubt it will be, but we will print off copies for the children and grandchildren and that will do me nicely.

Palustris · « **Reply #11 on:** February 06, 2016, 03:48:08 PM »

Final version is now ready for printing. Still chuffed.

Palustris · « **Reply #12 on:** February 11, 2016, 09:50:23 AM »

And the next book is now available too.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ashton-Road-Gang-Eric-Marsh/dp/1523937289/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1455186942&sr=1-1&keywords=The+Ashton+Road+Gang
I wonder if the euphoria wears off? Just wish my Mum had survived long enough to see this.

Palustris · « **Reply #13 on:** February 29, 2016, 10:52:42 AM »

The second book in the Ashton Road Gang is now out in Amazon.
If I was not so depressed I would be very happy!
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_10?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=eric+marsh&sprefix=Eric+Marsh%2Cstripbooks%2C1001

ideasguy · « **Reply #14 on:** February 29, 2016, 05:42:37 PM »

Why are you not feeling euphoria again Eric?
Its a terrific achievement!
I wish you every success.

Palustris · « **Reply #15 on:** February 29, 2016, 07:46:23 PM »

I have these 'down' times every now and then. 'Twill pass.eventually.
The next book contains the story I did for James. "The Blue Moosles." or at least it will if we can get the illustrations done properly.

Palustris · « **Reply #16 on:** July 11, 2016, 06:00:25 PM »

The next book is at the proof reading stage. Should be out this week sometime. This one is for younger children and adults. Glenda the Wendle is the main character.

ideasguy · « **Reply #17 on:** July 12, 2016, 11:39:45 PM »

That's very exciting Eric!
I wish you every success with your new publication.

Palustris · « **Reply #18 on:** July 13, 2016, 11:51:30 AM »

This is the cover

Palustris · « **Reply #19 on:** September 05, 2016, 03:21:54 PM »

Still waiting for this one to be published. Soon I hope.

ideasguy · « **Reply #20 on:** September 06, 2016, 03:19:37 PM »

Frustrating for you to have to wait Eric.

Palustris · « **Reply #21 on:** September 06, 2016, 04:33:11 PM »

Very. Trouble is the son is very busy. He was lecturing in Texas up to two weeks ago, then he went on holiday. Back at work now, but his company has just been taken over by a Japanese company, so not sure how much will change. All I can do is wait for him.

Palustris · « **Reply #22 on:** September 12, 2016, 03:28:31 PM »

The book is now in 'process' It takes a couple of days to appear on Amazon. Still get a thrill over it.

ideasguy · « **Reply #23 on:** September 12, 2016, 03:52:58 PM »

Exciting indeed Eric.
Heres wishing you every success

Palustris · « **Reply #24 on:** December 19, 2016, 12:43:48 PM »

Have managed to write another set of Glenda stories. 7 so far, but I need another three to make a book of the same length as the first one.
Hoping to get another book sorted out for the New Year. Depends on how busy the editor is with work.