Finally, the Artist’s survival book went to the proofreader this week. I will upload the file to CreateSpace and order a copy to see what the print quality is like. Then when it comes back from proofing, I can make the changes and thunderbirds are go! I am so excited about it all. You certainly wonder what took so long. The book was basically finished two or three month ago. Well, life has been a bit of a struggle last year, hence the book. However, having no money wasn’t the main problem. Of course the Dedes live the life of their Artist. Recently they had a full Dede meeting to discuss what project should be next. Pig wanted to embark on a potato cookbook. Mouse wants to make a book on how to set up a garden in a small space and someone else suggested a book on the nutritious value of nuts, called The Artist is going nuts. Everyone was laughing, but Devil. Philosopher who is a good observer said, maybe the home economic books should be put aside for a while and the Dedes should make a book about workplace bullying. Now the room fell silent and no-one quite understood where this was coming from. It was very awkward. Devil’s eyes became watery and he said: “We have to do it, for the sake of everyone out there, who has to deal with it, but I don’t know if I am ready just yet.” Who would have thought that the Devil get’s bullied?
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Well, Dede’s congratulations on getting your book to the proofreading stage. Please keep me informed, I will order some as Christmas presents. I’m looking forward to seeing it after all this time.
I know it was a long time in the making. Last week I had the first unproofed but bound copy (just wire bound) in my hands it felt so great. I had it only 5 minutes and then I gave it away. :)
Mr Punch is Resting; due to come out in a couple of weeks at a local festival, but he sends his regards to the Dedes in a funny sort of way, he wonders how many women bought copies of Shades of Grey, and then complained about violence in children’s entertainment. Maybe he’ll say something about that in his next show. The violence portrayed on stage is not reflected in his treatment of his family whom he loves dearly, even the baby who loves being thrown out of the window.. so he says.
This is so exciting for Mr Punch and Judy. And yes, I know, some couples they just put on a show, don’t they :). I am pretty sure the magician’s assistant is still in one piece.
It seems to go very well for your little troupe, I would love to see them in real life.
We are planning another Festival of performing objects next year in August here in Orewa. Maybe that would be something to think about :)
Something to put in my diary… Meanwhile how do i purchase the book?
Oh dear, it is still not available. I really want to have it proof-read before I make it available. I would feel really bad, if it was riddled with poor English and spelling mistakes. I got an email from my proof-reader: unfortunately she is very busy at the moment. So fingers crossed, it will be in the middle of September. But if you want to have sneak preview. Maybe you even want to be a proof-reader too for a free copy once it’s printed. I am quite happy to send you a pdf of the whole thing. How does this sound?
I’ll proof-read it with pleasure.
Oh Thanks Tony this is a very generous offer.
I have just sent a low res copy to your email.
Cheers and enjoy.