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05 Apr 04 - 07:40 PM (#1155270) Subject: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of WY' From: katlaughing After having one publisher say yes and then it falling through, then getting another one who said yes, to whom I said, "no thanks," and through various conversations with family, friends, and other writers, I have decided to self-publish my book, WindWords of Wyoming: brief essays on Nature, Spirituality, Animals & People. It's really JenEllen's fault that I am doing it this way.**bg** She and I were talking about it, recently. I was bemoaning the lack of funds when she said, rather brilliantly, imo, "Why don't you presell it?" So, to any who are interested, please visit my website (no pop-ups!) at Mindfull Spoken. The first 100 prepaid copies will be personally autographed, postage-paid. (I will be *tweaking* the website and going to no-ads, soon. Any suggestions, if not too technical, are welcome.:-) Max says I have his blessing and good luck and a portion of each sale will be donated to the Mudcat, not just from the first 100, but from every book sold. That this book even came to fruition is due in large part to the Mudcat, PeterT and the Thought for the Day threads he started, as well as the encouragement and love of several other Mudcatters. And, for that, I am deeply grateful. Thanks, luvyakat |
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05 Apr 04 - 07:52 PM (#1155282) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Amos transmogrify SYLLABICATION: trans·mog·ri·fy PRONUNCIATION: trns-mgr-f, trnz- TRANSITIVE VERB: Inflected forms: trans·mog·ri·fied, trans·mog·ri·fy·ing, trans·mog·ri·fies To change into a different shape or form, especially one that is fantastic or bizarre. See synonyms at convert. ETYMOLOGY: Origin unknown. OTHER FORMS: trans·mogri·fi·cation (-f-kshn) —NOUN |
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05 Apr 04 - 08:07 PM (#1155286) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing darn typos...got it |
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05 Apr 04 - 08:12 PM (#1155291) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing Forgot to mention that our own Lonesome EJ is quoted in this, as well as my dad and there is a poem by my granddad included. |
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05 Apr 04 - 10:24 PM (#1155343) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Amos Kat: I hope this really succeeds and opens new horizons for you. A |
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05 Apr 04 - 11:14 PM (#1155352) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: wysiwyg Wish I could afford to participate-- best of luck with it all, though! Goodonya for taking the plunge. ~Susan |
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06 Apr 04 - 12:27 AM (#1155367) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Art Thieme Kat----Welcome to the world of the folkie. This is the only way to really experience the scene as it has evolved in this U.S of A. Make your own LPs---cassettes----CDs--- books too and hawk 'em from your trunk, or the side of the stage, or use 'em for promo, as calling cards, as a place to put your hot coffee or pizza slice. I needed to have a place specific cassette to sell on the Mississippi River steamboats-- so I went into a studio and recorded it in two hours and had 'em to sell the Monday next. I used those there on the river for ten whole years. The older folks I was pickin' for on those boats didn't know from CDs; wouldn't've had anything to play 'em on anyway. The only way to come out ahead gigging around and burning gasoline was to sell stuff after the show. So, lady, you are joining a great lineage. Here's hoping you rake it in. Lemme know particulars and you've made a sale. Love to you and Rog, Art |
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06 Apr 04 - 12:47 AM (#1155376) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing Oh, Art, read your PM, darlin'. Thanks so much. It's a bit scary at the moment, but exciting. I was thinking to myself, so this is what it must feel like when one of us posts about "shameless self-promotion" and stepping out in "faith" to make their own CD. I'd done it for my brother's music, but never for myself, so it's a little out of my "comfort zone." You nailed it perfectly.:-) luvyakat |
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06 Apr 04 - 10:30 AM (#1155673) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: vega refresh |
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07 Apr 04 - 12:23 AM (#1156293) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: vega Great Web page Miss Kat. Hope you sell lots! It's wonderful to read how others feel about your writings. I think it will make a great gift for family & friends. It may take a little time to get the 100 but you will. Best on this great journey! vega |
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07 Apr 04 - 11:29 AM (#1156626) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing Thank you, vega and welcome to the Mudcat! One more note to those who are interested: all monies received will be held in a separate account until the first one hundred books are sold. Then, off to the book printer's and voila!...3-4 months later we send them out to you. If, for some reason, it takes too long to presell one hundred, I will return all monies. I am up to 16 sold, so far, and I wouldn't mind if folks wanted to prepay in two installments, if it makes it easier on your budget. Remember, once all one hundred are prepaid, some of it goes to Mudcat, too! Thanks for the PMs, etc. kat |
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07 Apr 04 - 04:00 PM (#1156867) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: McGrath of Harlow And in line with that good advice of gargoyle, nobody out there stand up and sing a song, until someone for the music industry comes round and gives you a contract. "Shut up until you're told to speak" as they say in some places. There's a big difference between "vanity publishing" and "samizdat". As Art pointed out there, this kind of thing is what's been happening around folk music since for ever. |
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08 Apr 04 - 05:19 AM (#1157275) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Alba Kat. your a ***Star*** I am so proud of you. At last all can share your Lovely Book. It serves no purpose sitting on something you have worked so hard on and then waiting for the "Publishing Fairy" to come along to get it out there!! Way to go Darlin. From the snippets I have read I want more!!!!***BG*** So put me down for my signed Copy. Wishing you every success with this Project. Love, Light and Blessings Jude:>) |
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09 Apr 04 - 02:26 AM (#1157801) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing You've got it, Alba! Thanks so much. Kevin, you are a gentleman and a scholar.:-) Thanks! If anyone has been having trouble with the link, we've got it sorted now. Sorry for any trouble this may have caused. Thanks, kat |
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09 Apr 04 - 01:19 PM (#1157943) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Little Hawk Loreen McKinnett marketed her own material, and did very well with it. So have a host of others. That's not vanity publishing. It can be done. I could do it myself if I wasn't so busy doing a whole lot of other things. People keep bugging me about that. They WANT to buy my CD's, but I haven't yet made one. - LH |
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09 Apr 04 - 10:35 PM (#1158386) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: SINSULL Miss Kitty - I am finally closing some sales. Once I catch up on bills I will order one. Congratulations! Love, SINS |
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09 Apr 04 - 10:39 PM (#1158389) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Peace I'm in for a signed copy, also. Bruce M |
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10 Apr 04 - 03:39 PM (#1158724) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing Thanks, LH, Sins, and Bruce! I appreciate it, so much! |
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11 Apr 04 - 07:46 AM (#1159126) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Blessings on the work, my dear! I've had some huge expenses this spring but if things work out I'll be getting one, too! You are a woman of grace, courage, and enormous heart! Love, Allison |
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11 Apr 04 - 03:34 PM (#1159364) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing You are a woman of grace, courage, and enormous heart! I'd say that fits you to a "T," darlin'. You have been an incredible inspiration to us all in the difficult times you've been experiencing. Thanks for your support.:-) I meant to tell folks, I will be putting all monies received in a separate account. If for some reason, the first one hundred don't sell within a reasonable amount of time, I will refund it all. Also, I have no problem taking payments, over 3-4 months, if that helps with budgets. And, I think I will be adding PayPal to my site for easier transactions. Thanks a bunch, ya'll! luvyakat |
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13 Apr 04 - 01:51 PM (#1161026) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: McGrath of Harlow "Vanity publishing" is when the aim of the operation is for the author to have their name on something that looks like a book, for the sake of it. It's not the same as wanting to share something you've written, with the focus on that, and not on the person who wrote it. That's no different from standing up and singing a song you've written. If you don't don't do that you aren't treating it fairly. Songs have a right to be heard. And kat's words have a right to be read. And other people have a right to read them. And for nasty money-grubbing types, this looks like a pretty good investment too... |
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14 Apr 04 - 02:50 PM (#1161641) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing :-) Thanks, Kevin...now, to refocus... is there anything else that people would like to know about my book? Thanks, kat |
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14 Apr 04 - 10:43 PM (#1162035) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Peace Kat, How are the sales so far? Bruce M |
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15 Apr 04 - 10:45 AM (#1162371) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing ABout twenty have been spoken for, so far, Bruce, thanks for asking. And, thanks to everyone who has PM'd me! kat |
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17 Apr 04 - 12:09 PM (#1163805) Subject: RE: BS: Presale of Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyomi From: katlaughing Just a note: I've added PayPal to the site, so I can take credit card payments, now. Thanks, kat |
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24 Apr 04 - 01:22 PM (#1169781) Subject: RE: NEW PRICE- Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing After a couple of weeks of working with different printers, I have decided to go with a local company and found a LOT better price! So...for each signed, postage paid book which is prepaid it will only cost $15 USD and PayPal is all set. Here's the site, again: blue clicky. There is a feature article in the works by one of the Wyoming newspapers. When it is published, I'll put in a link or paste it in here. Thanks, again, for all of your PMs, support, etc. kat |
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17 May 04 - 06:14 PM (#1187454) Subject: RE: NEW PRICE- Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming From: katlaughing Here's the Wyoming newspaper article online: click here. They spelled my name wrong in the headline (arrgghhh!) and got the web addy slightly wrong, plus I think the transfer to online missed a paragraph or two (I've emailed to ask), but it's still informative AND they did get the cover photo right! So, now you can see what that will look like, at least.:-) kat AHhh...what is online is a "first draft" of the online version. The final version will be along, shortly. They are new to the internet, with their archives. Phew! |
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20 May 04 - 12:01 AM (#1189222) Subject: RE: NEW PRICE- Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: vega hey Kat hope you got my check and nice article in the paper - great pic for the cover vega |
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20 May 04 - 02:33 PM (#1189991) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Yours was the second sold, vega - *rutabaga!*. LOL, thanks a bunch! You know it's going to take a little time, yeah?! Thanks to you others who have ordered...PayPal seems to be working very well! luvyakat |
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21 May 04 - 12:47 PM (#1190885) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: JenEllen *REFRESH* Also, can't seem to get the website to work today---still working on it? |
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21 May 04 - 03:54 PM (#1190999) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Thanks, JenEllen. I just checked the links and mine and the newspaper one seem to be working fine. If anyone else has a problem with them, please let me know. Only 94 left to go!:-) kat |
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31 May 04 - 09:07 PM (#1198040) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Only 87 left to go! Thanks, folks! |
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20 Jun 04 - 02:11 PM (#1211014) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Sorry, it seems I've been a bit confusing.:-) And, it may be a bit mroe before I am done!**bg** The actual cost of each book is $15 US. One may purchase it through PayPal, which has been working quite nicely, thank you! Or, send a check by snailmail. PLEASE PM me for an addy as the one on my website will be invalid after July 1. HOWEVER, |
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20 Jun 04 - 02:25 PM (#1211018) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Damn! The rest of the message got cut off! ANYWAY, I was going to say you may want to HOLD OFF on ordering as I have found a way to get them printed on demand without costing me anything upfront. We are just finishing up the formatting and I will have a store at cafepress.com offering them, real live PRINTED PAPERBACKS, within the month, probably MUCH sooner. For those of you who have already ordered and paid, a BIG THANK YOU, and I will get yours sent out, personally, as soon as they are printed. Changes will be posted to my website before here, so please keep an eye on it. If you have any questions or if I can stir the mud up for ya anymore, please holler!:-) luvyakat |
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21 Jun 04 - 02:13 PM (#1211526) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Lonesome EJ Hey Darlin! Tried to order said book through the PayPal site but I kept getting an "unable to verify credit card" msg. Guess I can send a check, huh? Send me a PM |
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21 Jun 04 - 10:24 PM (#1211794) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing HeyaBlondie! Haven't had any other problems with PP, sorry. I'll check with them and send you a PM, too. Howzabouthat!? Thanks a bunch! |
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21 Jun 04 - 10:48 PM (#1211810) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Lonesome EJ The check's in the mail |
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23 Jun 04 - 11:26 AM (#1212926) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing You are somethin' special, Blondie, ya know that? Thanks, darlin'.:-) |
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23 Jun 04 - 11:59 AM (#1212951) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: beardedbruce McGrath of Harlow : "And in line with that good advice of gargoyle, nobody out there stand up and sing a song, until someone for the music industry comes round and gives you a contract. " Thank you. Imitation IS the sincerest form of flattery. 8-{E |
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24 Jun 04 - 02:25 PM (#1213660) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: JenEllen Hooray! I finally got the website to work! (must've had the wrong link saved or something) Love the Casper article too. Shine on, babydoll. |
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18 Aug 04 - 04:57 PM (#1250744) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Phew! It has taken some trial and error, but I finally have a published book, ready for ordering and immediate delivery!! Anyone who is interested may read details and order direct at my Cafe Press store, MindfullSpoken Press. The store needs some more fancying up, but the product looks good, got my first copy today, and Cafe Press handles all aspects of the ordering, returns, shipping, etc. For those of you who already pre-ordered, look to receive your copy in a couple of weeks. I will order the printed editions, have them sent to me, then autograph(as promised:-) and get them sent out. THANKS for your support and patience! I guess one could say this is the first book to come out of Mudcat, as it contains many of the Thought for the Day postings I made over the years, as well as a posting by Lonesome EJ and a couple of others, including a song by Alba which was inspired by a poem I posted on Mudcat. I'll tell you more about the song when Alba says the CD is ready for sale. They have finished in the studio, just finishing up details and I've heard the song. Alba's voice is gorgeous, the musicians are brill and I am in awe of what she did with my poem! Thanks, again! kat |
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18 Aug 04 - 10:08 PM (#1251005) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Alba Congratulations Kat ma Darlin, May you find MUCH support for all your hard work here on the Mudcat. Proud of Ya Honey:>) Light, LOve and Blessings Jude |
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19 Aug 04 - 03:57 PM (#1251208) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Thanks, Jude! I am proud of you, too! I can't get your tune, nor the words, out of my head! I love the song!! luvyakat |
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22 Oct 04 - 10:51 AM (#1303899) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Had some trouble with the printers getting the colour on the cover correct. Anyway they have, finally, and it's been a long haul, so in celebration I am offering one of these books in the auction. 100% goes to the Mudcat and I pay the shipping. |
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04 Feb 05 - 11:43 AM (#1398984) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing In my forced period of bedrest, I've been re-reading the finished product and just wanted say, to those of you who were kind enough to purchase my book, I missed a few typos and odd spellings, even having proofed it several times. For this I'd like to apologise to you all. I know it doesn't effect the content, but it bugs me. FWIW I am now able to sit at the computer longer, so will be fixing these. Any subsequent copies will reflect these changes. Thanks, again, so much, luvyakat |
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04 Feb 05 - 12:55 PM (#1399098) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Teresa Oh goody ... I didn't know about this project. I am going to get one. I am blind and don't read print, but thanks to the marvels of technology, I can scan it on my flat-bed scanner. :) thank you, Kat; can't wait to read it. Teresa |
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04 Feb 05 - 05:59 PM (#1399427) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: AllisonA(Animaterra) Kat, I've told you, but I want the Mudcat to know how much this book means to me. I read it through, night after night, as a "lullabye" to soothe this stressed-out soul, and as soon as I got to the end I read the whole thing again from cover to cover! Your spirit shines, through, dear woman. Thank you! Allison |
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04 Feb 05 - 11:00 PM (#1399682) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: bet Glad I got an original! bet |
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05 Feb 05 - 07:11 PM (#1400212) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: hesperis Kat, that's fantastic! If your website still has ads on it let me know, I could put you up on a free subdomain of mine, you'd get an ftp and an email as well. (It's all I can do to support this.) Hope that heart stuff is going well. *hugs* |
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06 Feb 05 - 01:14 AM (#1400442) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Teresa, Animattera and Dear "Sister Sue", thanks so much! You make my heart sing! sirepsehdarlin', thanks so much. I really, really appreciate the offer, but I've no ads, now, plus I've got the cafepress page so I am okay, for now. Your kind words and caring are the kind of support which really hits the spot. luvya'll...kat |
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18 Feb 05 - 11:20 AM (#1414001) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Well, my intentions are good, just a bit slower than I'd hoped. It seems I have to reformat some in order to make a new pdf file to upload. So..it's taking me more time. My apologies; I'll get to it as I am able. Thanks for your understanding and patience.:-) kat |
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24 Jul 06 - 05:35 PM (#1791999) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Last November, I was finally fit enough to begin marketing my book in a more concerted effort. I am pleased to say it has been added to the shelves of the inimitable Tattered Cover in Denver; the independent bookstore owned by the woman who refused to let the FBI access to her database of customers and their purchases AND won her case in court. This is a real coup for a small publisher like myself and I am pleased as punch. (It will not show in their online search as it is tied into their biggest distributor, but one may call and ask for it, as it will be in their store database.) Just wanted to share that with you and say, thanks, again to all who have supported me, esp. to PeterT for starting the Thought for the Day threads from which it came. kat |
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24 Jul 06 - 05:39 PM (#1792003) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Sorcha YES!!! |
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24 Jul 06 - 06:14 PM (#1792028) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: jeffp Congratulations, kat! This is well deserved. I love it when good things happen to good people. Jeff |
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19 Sep 07 - 07:09 PM (#2153045) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Had a nice write-up and thought I'd share it with you all, though they missed the updated info on the email addy and website:-): Wind Words of Wyoming" by Kat LaFrance After the author's mother and dog, her two best "sounding boards," died, Kat LaFrance struggled to continue writing. But with the help of others via the Internet, she wrote the brief essays, stories and poems on nature, spirituality, people and pets featured in this book. LaFrance grew up in Wyoming and Colorado. In her acknowledgement, she said uses her words to "express my passion for Earth Mother and her Beings, justice and metaphysics." She noted that without being able to write, her "voice" of expression would be limited. From her perspective, the author looks at Wyoming weather, landscapes, seasons and more. LaFrance encourages her readers to hold memories of loved ones close to their heart and also to be open to any incidents that bring more to the forefront. She also focuses on her loved ones, friends, pets and others who have influenced and touched her life. "Wind Words of Wyoming" is published by MindfullSpoken Press, which can be accessed through the Internet at mindfullspoken@yahoo.com. |
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19 Sep 07 - 08:09 PM (#2153081) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Riginslinger Kat - I have a collection of short stories coming out in a week or two. The title of the volume is "Invasion of the Bible Thumpers." I think I have one more round of galley proofs to go through. |
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19 Sep 07 - 09:38 PM (#2153132) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Alba Good write up right enough Ms. Kat (even though quite a few of us already know just how good your Book actually is...*grin*) Thanks for sharing it with us. Good luck Riginslinger :) Warmest Wishes as always, Jude |
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19 Sep 07 - 11:03 PM (#2153156) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing That's great news, Riginslinger! Intriguing title! Thanks, Albadarlin'...:-) |
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20 Sep 07 - 03:02 PM (#2153651) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Riginslinger Kat - Thanks. The publisher labled the title provocative and tried to get me to change it. I wouldn't and it's cast in stone now. Thanks - Alba |
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20 Sep 07 - 04:24 PM (#2153712) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Amos Alba: Who's bringing it out? A |
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20 Sep 07 - 04:40 PM (#2153721) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Riginslinger Amos - I might have confused you in the posting above. I was attempting to thank Alba for wishing me good luck with my book. If it's my book you're asking about, iUniverse is bringing it out. |
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20 Sep 07 - 06:05 PM (#2153786) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Riginslinger Kat - Have never been able to get Pay-Pal to work. Is there another way to order? Love the cover. |
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20 Sep 07 - 06:38 PM (#2153817) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Sure, Riginslinger. I'll PM you with my address and you can send a check or money order. Thanks re' the cover. That's a photo I took up on Boysen Peak in Wyoming, up on the Wind River Reservation where whitehides don't usually get to go. I did a test run at a recent book fair, selling greeting cards with that photo and a couple of others from WY on them. They turned out to be pretty popular. If you'd like, I'll throw in one of each for you; there are three, until I dig out more photos. Thanks! |
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20 Sep 07 - 06:42 PM (#2153822) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Riginslinger Great! Thanks. Whitehides?????? |
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20 Sep 07 - 08:35 PM (#2153910) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing "Palefaces" i.e. fair-skinned like me, though my Native American friends never have held that against me.:-) |
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20 Sep 07 - 10:17 PM (#2153992) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: open mike I got this book for my aunt, who spent her formative years near Casper. She recently passed away and the book came back to me.. she loved Wyo. and requested a song about it on her death bed, I sang Bill Staines' Sweet Wyoming Home for her! |
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20 Sep 07 - 10:48 PM (#2154013) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: frogprince Someone in Michigan just got a copy a few days ago, and has been enjoying it. |
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24 Sep 07 - 08:40 PM (#2156707) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: SINSULL Someone anonymously sent me Kat's book as a surprise. Autographed too. Thank you. I had a copy but passed it on to my sister-in-law who needed to read it. Now I have my own again. Bless you, kat. Bless you anonymous donor. Mary |
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24 Sep 07 - 09:38 PM (#2156764) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Wow, that got there fast, Sins! How come it takes a slow boat to China to get from here to Cape Cod and it can get to you on the Monday after the Saturday I sent it?! Oh, yeah, and nanner, nanner...I know who bought it for you!**bg** That one you gave to your s-i-l? If it doesn't have the ISBN on the back, in teeny-tiny print, it MAY be a collector's item one day, bringing in untold millions on eBay as a "first ever!" **BSEG** Thanks, Anonymous and Sins! |
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07 Jul 11 - 08:04 PM (#3183464) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Heya'll, I am working on releasing this book through Amazon, too, which requires new write-ups for their sales marketing, etc. stuff. I hate trying to write what a publisher would write on the back of a book to get you to read it. I have used some quotes by some dear Mudcatters who have read it, including Art Thieme, JenEllen, and Jean Ritchie, to pull together a "blurb." Would those of you who are so inclined, give me your opinion of it. Would it spark your interest? Thanks a bunch! Here 'tis (rough draft!): WindWords of Wyoming was written to be dog-eared, have its passages highlighted, and fall open to your favorite page every time. Written whilst Kat lived in Wyoming, everyday life is re-invented in this collection in a most joyous way: how to let go, how to make peace with both life and death, how much fun it can be just to let Nature be a part of your life. Reminiscent of Anne Morrow Lindberg's books, Kat makes the colours of the land of the American West as vivid as any reality-based laser photo. In a grand way, she and Lewis and Clark's journals, praise and describe the same special land mass--the American West. They found it when it was pristine---and Kat has beamed her light on the beauty that still remains. In WindWords of Wyoming, Kat's words sing, and the song is one reflecting a great inner stillness and peace...it makes us listeners slow down- stop, and take time for the beauty in small things around us, to appreciate the usual and the ordinary-miracles nonetheless. My sincere thanks to those mentioned for permission to use their quotes. I hope they do not mind the liberty I took in shortening them up some. Most of the wording is still theirs.:-) luvyakat |
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07 Jul 11 - 08:09 PM (#3183467) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: gnu Toooo cool! |
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07 Jul 11 - 10:19 PM (#3183514) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: ChanteyLass Great! And Kindle's next, right? Seriously! |
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08 Jul 11 - 03:34 PM (#3183903) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Thanks, gnu and CL! I am just exploring what all Amazon has available and will definitely look into Kindle and e-books. Good suggestion. Thanks, again! |
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08 Jul 11 - 03:56 PM (#3183917) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: olddude Congrats my dear friend ... so proud of you ... I will buy a copy for sure ... wow ... how cool |
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08 Jul 11 - 06:33 PM (#3183988) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: AllisonA(Animaterra) It's still by my side of the bed. Go for it, my friend. |
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13 Jul 11 - 07:32 PM (#3187103) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming From: katlaughing Thanks, my friends. CreateSpace sent me a proof, yesterday, so it will be exciting to see it. Thanks, again, to Will Fly for helping with the cover art, etc.! Have started a blog about the Second Edition. (Need to add "share me" icons, etc. to it, but I've had enough of editing the site for today!:-) P.S. Meant to say, I will be moving the blog to a different site, but at least it's a start.:-) |
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14 Jul 11 - 07:28 PM (#3187870) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: GUEST,999 Wonderful news. |
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14 Jul 11 - 10:10 PM (#3187948) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: Beer Kat, I don't know where the hell I've been but I never noticed this post and I deeply apologize. When I came back a few days ago I seen this thread and told myself that as soon as I can get some time I will get to it. Well I just finished reading every post (77 so far.)and going to all the links that were mentioned. I would p.m you on a few things but that is not possible right now. I still can't believe that this thread was started back in 2004. I am a little unclear as to the way of ordering it. I don't have pay/Pal but have master card. Or I could send you a personal check. Adrien |
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14 Jul 11 - 11:24 PM (#3187976) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" From: katlaughing Adrien, you sweetie, no need to apologise, at all! Thanks for your kind words. Watch your email, okay? I will send you a reply, tomorrow, probably later in the day. So glad you are back amongst us! Oh, and thank you, Bruce! luvyakat |
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15 Jul 11 - 10:29 AM (#3188241) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming From: katlaughing My grandson, Morgan, is "helping" me with my marketing. He suggested a contest. The first person to answer the following, correctly, wins a free copy of my book: A man went to California and he left on Friday. How did he do it? (P.S., He's adamant that's the way it goes. I *think* it is supposed to say he went there on Friday and arrived on the same Friday.:-) |
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15 Jul 11 - 10:37 AM (#3188245) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: Megan L :):):) it sure was a faithful old horse |
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15 Jul 11 - 10:49 AM (#3188254) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: katlaughing We have a winner!:-) Morgan says, "Congratulations, Megan!" I will need to get your mailing addy, so please email me at kat at katlafrance dot com. Thanks!! |
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16 Jul 11 - 10:12 AM (#3188754) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: GUEST,999 Refresh |
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16 Jul 11 - 10:36 AM (#3188770) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: Stilly River Sage Tell Morgan he's a hoot! And ask him this one: Railroad Crossing Look out for the cars Can you spell that Without any Rs? Congratulations on the book, Kat! SRS (answer in magic writing that I know Kat knows how to find) Answer - "THAT" |
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16 Jul 11 - 08:23 PM (#3189099) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: GUEST,999 Morgan, what is the longest word in the English language? (I can't do magic writing, so I'll post it tomorrow.) |
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17 Jul 11 - 12:53 PM (#3189501) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: kendall Kat, send me an e mail kenmo34@gmail.com |
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17 Jul 11 - 01:43 PM (#3189525) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: SINSULL Caboose? |
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17 Jul 11 - 01:46 PM (#3189526) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: SINSULL Used to be antidisestablishmentarianism, I think. |
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17 Jul 11 - 01:54 PM (#3189530) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: katlaughing Okay, Kendall, thanks! I thought it was supercalifragilisticexpealidocious! There was one we learned in 6th grade, but I can remember it! |
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17 Jul 11 - 03:14 PM (#3189581) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: Nigel Parsons Longest word (excluding scientific descriptions of molecules): Floccinaucinilihilipilification = the act of estimating something as being worthless. From memory. I'll check the spelling later. Nigel, Just back from a week in North Wales where I visited Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychchwyndrobwyllllantysiliogogogoch (also from memory!) |
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17 Jul 11 - 03:19 PM (#3189584) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: GUEST,999 Longest word is smiles because there's a mile between the esses. |
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17 Jul 11 - 03:52 PM (#3189603) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" win a free copy From: Stilly River Sage Morgan is seven, isn't he? I told a joke on the radio today, for my local organic gardening guru after he discovered that the armadillos had tunneled into his yard over near the bamboo where he couldn't see the hole. I told him I had a joke with an armadillo, my only Aggie (Texas A&M) joke: How many Aggies does it take to eat an armadillo? A: Two. One to eat it and one to watch for cars. Good luck in getting it formatted, Kat! |
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28 Nov 11 - 04:42 PM (#3265012) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming From: katlaughing Pleased to announce, WindWords is now available in e-Book format at Amazon and, at Barnes & Noble. There are two other online retailers, Kobobooks and Googlebooks which should have it up, soon. Only 2.99 each...how's that for stocking stuffers?**BG** (I'm excited, can you tell?) All because of Mudcat and the Thought for the Day threads. Thanks, again, Max and PeterT and the rest of you for your support.And, WillFly for his help with redoing the cover! Next up, Prairie Child! kat |
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28 Nov 11 - 07:37 PM (#3265101) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: ChanteyLass Wonderful news! Congrats to you! |
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28 Nov 11 - 08:58 PM (#3265136) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: GUEST,999 Good one, Kat. |
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28 Nov 11 - 09:06 PM (#3265140) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: gnu Good on ya! |
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29 Nov 11 - 05:37 AM (#3265296) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: Roger the Skiffler Sadly, not on Amazon UK's books or Kindlebooks (YET!). RtS |
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29 Nov 11 - 10:00 AM (#3265432) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: katlaughing Oh! Thanks for letting me know, RtS. I'll have to contact BookBrewer to find out if they sent it on. Thanks to you all, my friends.:-) kat |
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29 Nov 11 - 10:25 AM (#3265452) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: YorkshireYankee Very cool... well done you! |
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13 Jan 12 - 01:58 PM (#3290101) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: katlaughing Just wanted to let UK members know, it is available at amazon.co.uk, now. Also, if anyone who has read it, either the old print version or the e-book, and would like to leave a comment or review at any of the online places, but esp. amazon, I would REALLY appreciate it. Word of mouth remains the most powerful, successful way to garner interest and, hoped for sales. Thanks, very much! kat |
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13 Jan 12 - 09:11 PM (#3290337) Subject: RE: Kat's book, 'WindWords of Wyoming" now an eBook From: Charley Noble Kat- This one is on my list to download to my Kindle as soon as I figure out how to do that again... Cheerily, Charley Noble |