Finally, After Two Years or So… the Cover of the Novel!

Friday, March 25th, 2011

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106 Responses to “Finally, After Two Years or So… the Cover of the Novel!”

johnthebasket, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:04 am Said:

Nice cover, Jeff.

jtb

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Christian, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:04 am Said:

AWESOME

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johnthebasket, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:05 am Said:

…and you are now a published author. Hearty congrats…

jtb

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Eugene B. Sims, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:09 am Said:

I can dig it!

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Root 66, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:12 am Said:

Looks like BOTH hands are whipping through your hair!
Congratulations–some of us are still chasing our dreams instead of making them happen.

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Mike In Oregon, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:14 am Said:

Nice. Can’t wait to read it.

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johnthebasket, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:19 am Said:

I hope you’ll be able to take the family out to a nice dinner tonight. This is a significant accomplishment. You deserve a fatburger with lots of grease and several microbrews. I am one very proud Reporter today.

jtb

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Dave Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 9:53 am
What he said. Way to go, Jeff.

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Knucklehead Reply:
March 26th, 2011 at 1:41 am
Hurrumph!

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flamingomom, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:25 am Said:

Awesome! I can’t wait to read it.

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Sponge, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:35 am Said:

Sweet!

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BoMama, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:39 am Said:

Love the cover. You look very thin!

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Lori, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:44 am Said:

Love it!! Congratulations!! My Kindle awaits!

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Gretchen, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:44 am Said:

Cool beans!

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Rob, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:46 am Said:

Congrats.

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cashoe, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:50 am Said:

Very Nice.

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Dave, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:54 am Said:

I will wear my WVSR T-shirt with pride to my bowling league tonight.

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Kim, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:55 am Said:

Congratulations, Jeff!

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WB in OH, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:01 am Said:

Well done old chap!

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Bill in WV, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:02 am Said:

Very cool buddy. I am very happy and excited for you on your new venture. I’m sure I speak for your whole gang in your hometown, wishing you the best of luck and many, many great things in the future!!

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Big Bear in OH, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:04 am Said:

Awesome!

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plaz, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:06 am Said:

Congrats Jeff!!! I like the heft your cover has, nice touch. Another victory for us “big boned” people! Cant wait to read it!

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mudpup, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:11 am Said:

NICE!

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Shiny Rod, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:15 am Said:

Jeff, well done. That pretty much sums it up nicely although a picture of Nancy standing on a corner with her ski poles would been more hilarious. Well done…

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DaveInAustin, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:26 am Said:

whoa! that came out really nice, man. i’m really looking forward to reading this.

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Chuck in Belpre, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:27 am Said:

Sweet!

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bikerchick, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:30 am Said:

I am so happy for you, Jeff! Your hard work and patience has paid off. Can’t wait to read the book!

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Phil Jett, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:33 am Said:

Can’t wait to read it. Nice job by the Evil Twin.

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Jason, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:39 am Said:

The Evil Twin is talented as hell! Looks great.

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zoe whistle dick, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:12 am Said:

LOVE IT!! Congratulations !!!

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ashton, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:20 am Said:

Nice – I will be getting the electronic copy for reading, and a signed hard copy, just cuz I can.

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Joe T., on March 25th, 2011 at 11:20 am Said:

Hands running through hair. Nice!
Congratulations.
Come on the radio with us to plug the book!

Joe T.

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The Qweezy Mark Reply:
March 26th, 2011 at 12:08 am
Jeff,

Definitely go on the air w/ Joe T. Class act (don’t repeat that!) and it will expand a local following. Be as incognito as you want. Do one of those 60 Minutes terrorist interviews where they make your voice like a drunk turtle’s and give you “cloudy head.” I’ll even send you drinks at your “yuppie bar” and not even dream of approaching your table.

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Lee Harvey Ramone, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:22 am Said:

The cover looks great!

It’s your scene and I’m freaking out!

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Juancho, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:25 am Said:

The next book might have to be a graphic novel. The ski poles convinced me.

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Jeff, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:30 am Said:

Thanks, folks. The Evil Twin is indeed talented as hell. The cover makes it clear that the book is probably a comedy, but doesn’t cross over into full-on zaniness. It also looks great, I think, both full-sized and as a thumbnail. I love it. I’m glad you guys do, too.

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fryguy, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:31 am Said:

congrats and best of luck! Hope it sells out!

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Bob, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:34 am Said:

So is this going to be released on amazon.co.uk at the same time as amazon.com? and what’s it going to cost?

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Jeff Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 11:41 am

It will definitely be available at amazon.co.uk I haven’t decided on a price for the paperback, but it’ll be reasonable. I won’t be pricing it like a text book, or anything like that.

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Bob Reply:
March 28th, 2011 at 3:46 am
I meant the kindle copy!!! you know they are two totally separate stores yeah?? As in what’s available on Amazon.com kindle store can and does vary from the UK kindle store!!

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Skully, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:42 am Said:

WOOOHOOO!!

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Limey, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:46 am Said:

That looks great, looking forward to my copy!

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t-storm, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:49 am Said:

Cool. It’s weird how fast things have moved since you went the self publish route.

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wvwoody, on March 25th, 2011 at 11:51 am Said:

Nice, and thanks for the exclusive sneak peek!

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wordnerd, on March 25th, 2011 at 12:06 pm Said:

Double-handed hair whipping? This is gonna be good! Great job, Evil Twin. And proud as hell of ya, Jeff. I know you were writing before then, but I’m proud to have been a part of your little world since the days of the early bright blue, big-fonted Surf Report!

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The Jenkem King, on March 25th, 2011 at 12:13 pm Said:

Awesome….be proud of yourself, Jeff.

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madz1962, on March 25th, 2011 at 12:31 pm Said:

Perfect! How exciting.

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Terri, on March 25th, 2011 at 12:33 pm Said:

Kinda looks like Batman at your elbows! Nice cover, I’m sure the book will be a great read.

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Brittney, on March 25th, 2011 at 12:36 pm Said:

I LOVE IT! I can’t wait to read it! I agree with Jenkem, be proud!!!

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Terri, on March 25th, 2011 at 12:39 pm Said:

The bunker cam picture reminds me of when I was little and having tests done at the hospital, the guy sitting across from me had on a hospital gown and was sitting with his leg crossed with one foot up on his knee, I could see EVERYTHING and didn’t know what to do. Luckily a nurse noticed my red face and quietly told the guy to put his leg down. Here I was a girl around 8 maybe? having tests done and my parents weren’t there. Funny now, but not so much then!

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AngryWhiteGuy, on March 25th, 2011 at 12:50 pm Said:

That looks awesome, Jeff. Congrats and I am elevating my usual subdued excitement for your success.

Also, Evil Twin, the guy who told me to give “In Through The Out Door” a second chance when I tried to return it due to dissatisfaction. Art talent is a rare thing. That envelops JK’s whole personality.

Great job, guys.

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CADude, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:04 pm Said:

Dude! The cover is great!!!!

Somewhere, up above, Jimmy Kuhn just spurted.

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tiff Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 2:12 pm
OMG – Jimmy Kuhn has the same initials as Jeff Kay. Coincidence, or no?

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Bill in WV Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 2:29 pm
They both have the same habits.

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Evil Twin's Wife, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:19 pm Said:

Can you all put some pressure on the Evil Twin to design my fifth tattoo (and I swear it’ll be the last one!)?

He is very talented – and thank goodness both of our secrets inherited his gift.

If you all think the cover is great, wait ’til you read the book!

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Kristy, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:19 pm Said:

Looks great! Congratulations!

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Mrs L. Bangs, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:31 pm Said:

I do judge a book by it’s cover, if we don’t than what is lthe point of agonizing over cover art??

This cover makes me want to pick your book up!!

Excellent job, kudos to you and Evil Twin!!

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Greg, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:38 pm Said:

Cover art looks great! Hmmmm. . . . . it might look good on a t-shirt, too. . . .

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icecycle66, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:39 pm Said:

I don’t have an electronic book reader, and I’m a sucker for things signed by the person who created.

Seems like I want one of these.

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Dan, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:44 pm Said:

Congratulations! Can’t wait to get my hands on a copy.

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msbarbajane, on March 25th, 2011 at 1:59 pm Said:

Awesome! Can’t wait to read it!

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Kimistry, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:07 pm Said:

Wow. Just wow.
Very fine cover.
I can hardly wait to get my hands on a whole book by our fearless leader !!

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tiff, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:14 pm Said:

Dang – I was kind of expecting a bowl of corn.

Well done on the art and this next step toward ridiculous popularity and fat paychecks!

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Melissa, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:16 pm Said:

Jeff, this cover is PERFECT! I’m so proud of all the hard work you have done & am so happy to see everything coming together for you!!
You’re making me contemplate buying a Kindle even though I listen to audiobooks (ha!) just so I can get the electronic version AND the signed hard copy!
Way to go!!

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Erica in Charlotte, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:32 pm Said:

Well done, Jeff – can’t wait to read it!!!

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Angie in Japan, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:42 pm Said:

I like the cover art. The colours and graphics look great!

I have one small question… the title of the book is called Crossroads Road? Or Crossroads? Just wanna make sure I have the right title when I go to Amazon.

Well done, Jeff and Evil Twin!!!

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Jeff Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 2:49 pm

It’s ‘Crossroads Road.’

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CitizenX Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 5:16 pm
Jeff I verified that if we use your Amazon link to buy your book, you get paid twice!

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john in the gump, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:46 pm Said:

Looks good, but I still don’t know if I’ll get the ebook or the kindle version for my Droid. The signed book will be cool so that’s probibly my route but thanks for the options. Its been a long wait but after reading the sample, it just whetted my taste for more. A hardy thanks for the many laughs over the years.

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WB in OH Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 3:07 pm
Sample? Whatchoo talkin’ bout Willis?

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Dawn, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:50 pm Said:

So proud of our Jeff Kay, and the ET too! Mazel!

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Art in Texas, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:52 pm Said:

Nice cover Jeff! Evil Twin does good work. I will be buying the book.

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Kevindust, on March 25th, 2011 at 2:53 pm Said:

The cover looks great! Congrats Jeff.

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Phillip Houston Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 3:22 pm
Very cool!
New t-shirt time!!

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Alex, on March 25th, 2011 at 3:58 pm Said:

Thumbs up.

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JCIII, on March 25th, 2011 at 4:19 pm Said:

Good Afternoon Jeff and Fellow Surf Reporters….

Can’t wait to read the book. I’ll have to go with the old fashioned, physically hold it in your hand, book.

I don’t have a Kindle, or any other means of electronically reading it ( do I?).

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WB in OH Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 4:31 pm
You do, but I don’t dare mention it here. See yesterdays comments.
http://thewvsr.com/index.php/some-questions-about-the-book-and-your-favorite-guilty-pleasures/#comment-91246

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Bill in WV, on March 25th, 2011 at 4:29 pm Said:

One thing folks. For you people who get the downloaded version, don’t come on here and start telling everyone what it’s about and whatnot. Those of us who are going to read the printed version would appreciate it. Also, corporate office has orders to delete any posts which contain details of the book’s contents. Just a comment about how you enjoyed it or didn’t (Nazi’s) will do. Thanks – Management

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Alice in WV, on March 25th, 2011 at 5:03 pm Said:

Applause!!!!

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Alice in WV, on March 25th, 2011 at 5:04 pm Said:

the negative space (not counting the road sign upper half)
looks like a skull. kewl

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Alice in WV Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 5:06 pm
don’t listen to me – I’m tired. :/

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CitizenX, on March 25th, 2011 at 5:18 pm Said:

? It! Thanks for sharing! GREAT JOB Evil Twin!

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dorothy, on March 25th, 2011 at 5:27 pm Said:

excellent, excellent my friend. i can’t wait to read it. if it’s as funny as the rest of your work, i’m going to have to quit reading and drinking at the same time—my sinuses won’t take it. btw, my secret’s wife won’t let him eat while reading the wvsr, because she’s just sick and tired of doing the heimlich maneuver on him. hee hee hee!

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johnthebasket Reply:
March 25th, 2011 at 7:42 pm
Yeah, I finally had to install windshield wipers on my flatscreen. The last straw comment was, “Look at my hand? Will I need a warshcloth?”

That’s from memory and might be a word or two off, but those WV boys kill me every time. In cahoots with Ohio boys they’re stronger than catfood or Nixon. They write, I spit.

jtb

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ron, on March 25th, 2011 at 6:38 pm Said:

hope will be place to send check/money order/magic beans/ect to pay for book for those of us not trusted with credit card

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Ian the Errolite, on March 25th, 2011 at 6:52 pm Said:

Well done mate!

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johnthebasket, on March 25th, 2011 at 8:09 pm Said:

I went down to the crossroads, fell down on my knees.
I went down to the crossroads, fell down on my knees.
Asked the Lord above for mercy, “Save me if you please.”

I went down to the crossroads, tried to flag a ride.
I went down to the crossroads, tried to flag a ride.
Nobody seemed to know me, everybody passed me by.

I’m going down to Rosedale, take my rider by my side.
I’m going down to Rosedale, take my rider by my side.
You can still barrelhouse, baby, on the riverside.

You can run, you can run, tell my friend-boy Willie Brown.
You can run, you can run, tell my friend-boy Willie Brown.
And I’m standing at the crossroads, believe I’m sinking down.

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R. Johnson

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Uncle Buzz in Wheeling Reply:
March 26th, 2011 at 12:03 am
Re-done by Cream, featuring a killer solo by the one and only Eric Clapton.

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Buck, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:15 pm Said:

You’re STILL a pussy.

Buck Out

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Aaron in Australia, on March 25th, 2011 at 9:55 pm Said:

Congrats Jeff. It looks good.

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chill, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:08 pm Said:

Great cover, and I’m really looking forward to reading the book. I’ll be queueing up for a signed copy; the only question is one? or two, in case one breaks?

Those of you who use free software might like to know about http://kbookreader.org/ and http://pybookreader.narod.ru/. I’ll be installing one or both sometime before April Fools.
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chill, on March 25th, 2011 at 10:09 pm Said:

…annnd, I’m awaiting moderation because I put more than one URL in the same post. Sorry.
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Uncle Buzz in Wheeling, on March 26th, 2011 at 12:16 am Said:

Jeff, you appear to be clutching your head. I do that a lot, especially when chasing down an error in the source code of whatever my current project is.

So. I expect to be seeing you on Letterman *soon*, plugging your book. Let me know when that will happen.

Today’s quotes (make it a double):

“Say what you will about the Ten Commandments, you must always come back to the pleasant fact that there are only ten of them.” ~H.L. Mencken

“I used to eat a lot of natural foods until I learned that most people die of natural causes.” ~Author Unknown

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Knucklehead, on March 26th, 2011 at 1:45 am Said:

You’ve made us so proud!

I seems like only yesterday you were counting “fucks”….**sniff**

CONGRATS, JEFF! Great Job, Evil Twin!

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dto, on March 26th, 2011 at 10:12 am Said:

I came home late from work yestreday and found my hours have been halved because a guy is coming back after 4 months sick leave and the guy who was subbing for him has union senority over me even though he’s a lame ass waddling oaf. I understand his knee problems and has a hard time moving let alone trying to find a reason to. Anyway…I sat down with some nice tea and remedy for dented plans and stared at your cover. It didn’t take long to find meaning in my life again. All the years of sexual abuse I suffered at my own hands now seemed worth it. Thank you for you book and showing me I have always been the better for taking matters into my own hands when I would be denied that which I seek.
Congrats Jeff!
Evil Twin…Your subliminal stfuff is over the top. I can’t believe you’re getting away with that. I love it.

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Chuck in Belpre Reply:
March 26th, 2011 at 11:42 am
I love the hidden Blizzak reference. Genius.

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NJDave, on March 26th, 2011 at 11:05 am Said:

Love the cover. Very Bukowski-like.

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Malcolm, on March 27th, 2011 at 12:36 am Said:

I would buy even at a textbook price.

congrats, sir.

Can’t wait to own a physical copy.

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johnthebasket, on March 27th, 2011 at 6:01 am Said:

Jeff…

I suspect that the book tour idea doesn’t appeal to you much; I know you’re a private person, and the idea of performing readings from your book to strangers might not work for you. So I have another idea.

Can you ask your nice celebrity friend to make some calls in NYC to try to get you booked on a cable TV show, a local TV show, or a local radio show? I imagine she would be willing to accompany you if her schedule allowed, but whether she did or not, you could easily reach half a million people on a local TV (more on cable) or a quarter million on radio.

I’ve done a fair number of media interviews, both as the interviewer and the interviewee, and would be happy to help you practice via phone or Skype. It’s not as scary an experience as it sounds. Also, there are probably Reporters geographically closer to you who have similar experience and could coach you face to face.

An appearance that reaches 250,000 to a million people would sell some books — don’t think it wouldn’t. And if you survive the interview process (which you will), you will have gained valuable experience for future interviews.

I really don’t think this is a pie-in-the-sky idea. I believe it’s a realistic tactic to attempt; my understand is that your friend has offered to help in any way she can. In this case, she must know radio and TV hosts and Program Directors who might want to do her a favor.

I hope you’ll at least consider this marketing approach; as I say, I will help in every possible way.

Onward.

jtb

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--Steve, on March 27th, 2011 at 4:52 pm Said:

Countin the days till my Crossroads Road download. Congratulations Jeff!

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Jerry In WV, on March 27th, 2011 at 8:16 pm Said:

Awesome!!!! Can’t wait to get my autographed hardback edition. I am still a page turning kinda person when it comes to books.

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doctorright, on March 28th, 2011 at 2:40 am Said:

Last!

If not, then I’ll simply post this later.
When I’m last.

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doctorright, on March 28th, 2011 at 2:40 am Said:

ha ha ha haHAHAHAAAAHAAAAAlame

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doctorright, on March 28th, 2011 at 2:41 am Said:

Last!

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Rat Bastard, on March 28th, 2011 at 8:41 am Said:

No, I’m always last, doctorright… Congratulations, Jeff. I’ll set aside some beer money for a signed copy.

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nalts, on March 30th, 2011 at 6:15 am Said:

I don’t know how to break this to you, but I saw that exact image on GettyOne a year ago.

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