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Just bought my own copy...

Submitted by lil bone on Mon, 07/19/2010 - 19:07
Wow, just bought my very own copies of Young Junius and Jack Wakes Up! I'm so excited to hold them in my hands, and to share them with people who aren't infected (haha) with the podcast bug, yes they do exist. Also can't wait to compare reading both stories to listening to Harwood's voice. Some books I love one way and hate the other or they are fabulous no matter what, reading or listening. The best is when I get a whole new thing out of the second experience with a book, be it reading or listening. Curious what other Palms Mamas and Daddies who have read and listened to the books think? Do you miss Seth's purr? Or are his words candy on paper and no matter what, you have to try every flavor and just want more and more...

Newspaper Coverage in SF Chronicle!

Submitted by Seth on Wed, 05/26/2010 - 16:10

In the old days - which, in this case, you might define as "two years ago" - getting your book published would entail finding an agent, sending it off to publishing houses like Random House or, when that failed, paying a vanity press to put the thing in print.

All of that has changed, thanks to radical shifts in the publishing industry and, oh yeah, the Internet.

Here are some examples of how a few Bay Area authors recently got into print:

Berkeley author Seth Harwood, who teaches writing and literature at Stanford University and City College of San Francisco, wrote his first book, the gritty crime novel "Jack Wakes Up," in 2005. He began posting 50-minute podcast episodes from it on Podiobooks.com in 2006, establishing a marketing platform for his work. He made a print-on-demand deal with Breakneck Books in March 2008, and then Three Rivers Press, an imprint of Random House, scooped him up and published the book in May 2009.

Read more here: Http://sfgate.com

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Six foot tall, fourteen-year-old Young Junius sets out to find his brother’s killer in a cluster of Boston’s low-income housing towers—prime drug-dealing territory. After committing a shooting to protect his friend, Junius finds himself with fifty dollars and instructions to run. Shocked by the violence he’s created and determined to see its consequences, he stays put.

Sure, you can listen free, and now you can order the print version of Young Junius as well. Below, you'll find a block to order the Special Edition of YOUNG JUNIUS from Tyrus Books. This edition will be covered by a special, embossed dust jacket featuring artwork by Jerry Scullion and Bob Ostrom. Inside, there will be a b&w insert with photos of some of the book's locations. A cloth binding, a metallic spine stamp, and more fun features will round out this gorgeous edition. Available only online for a limited time.

Use promo code OC to save $3 off the price!

Have a discount code? Enter it here, click "submit query," and the new price will appear.

Regular Price

Product
PRICE
Jack Wakes Up
The original Harwood crime hit.
$10
Young Junius Special Edition
Signed and numbered, special limited edition.
$35

Front Cover by Jerry ScullionFront Cover by Jerry Scullion

We're looking at a run of less than 1,000 copies total. Once we sell them out, they're gone!

When will I get my books? The edition will print in September and be shipped to you in October.

Are there discount codes I should use? You hella best betcha. We got a lot of affiliates helping us out on this one. So choose your favorite and you'll get $$$'s off your checkout AND help them right back in return. Click here to go through to the page of codes.

Where can you get it? HERE! Right here on this page from none other than yer boy and Tyrus Books.

Will you ship it to me wherever I am? YES. We will ship anywhere in the world!

Back Cover by Bob OstromBack Cover by Bob Ostrom

What can I do to help spread the word? Now that's what I'm talking about! I'm glad you asked. Just go here or scroll down a bit for more on that.

Evangelism/Street Team

Can I reserve a special number? No. You cannot reserve a special number. This edition is first come, first-served, and once all of the copies sell out, that's all there is. So bring it as soon as Cinco de Harwood starts. Ordering will begin at Noon EDT on 5/5 or 9AM PDT here on the left coast! We gonna go full-wild on that day!

What will this special edition cost? The cost of the special edition will be $35, but you can find lots of promo codes here to take $3 off of that and knock it down to $32.

Can I get mine signed and personalized? HELLS fricking yeah! I'd love nothing better than to scrawl my chicken scratch all over this thing telling you how happy I am to have you as a fan! You'll even be able to write in exactly what you want me to say in your order form. Or you can tell me your name and say, "Freestyle it, Seth. Show the love!" And know what? I WILL!

Just add how you want your book personalized in the "Special Instructions to seller" box (see left) during your PayPal transaction.

Can I order multiple copies? Sure!! Adjust the quantity on the PayPal page once you click through to buy.

What if I need more help? What if I change my mailing address before September? Just use the Contact Us form or email Tyrus Books and we'll get you sorted out.  (Unless you're writing to request a specific number, in which case: No, you can't have it. Sorry.)

I still have questions!  Contact us here, email Tyrus Books or hit the Frequently Asked Questions.

What's up with this? It's a dope-ass partnership is what it is! Here we work together (you, me and Tyrus Books) to raise funds for promo and the full-scale print run of the book, which will hit stores everywhere in the fall. And you get a great, special edition of the book to show the world you're a true Palms Posse Pundit!

Scott did this last year with The Rookie and is doing it again now with The Starter (see video about his process here).

That's it. That's the goods, the news and the dope! I'm currently working on big revisions to the book right now, and it's going to be even better than last year's podcast version. This is definitely one you'll want to get in on!

 

HAPPY PALMS SUNDAY!!

Submitted by Seth on Sun, 03/28/2010 - 13:17

THIS is PALMS SUNDAY!!!

Cover art by Jerry ScullionCover art by Jerry ScullionAnd for you I have TWO things to share: FIRST, I have the YOUNG JUNIUS Special Edition cover art by Jerry Scullion to preview for you here. Czech it! Czech it!

More to come, too: Bob Ostrom is working on art for the back of the dust jacket. This special edition is going to be SWEET!

What else do I have? How about the return of JACK PALMS! That's right, TRIAD DEATH MATCH is finally coming your way! Starting April 28th, I will begin podcasting this new JACK PALMS novella. Be there to check it out and listen as we go all through May. You with me??

Anything else? How about a big, hot Hot Tub Cast for you to listen to today. Word. Listen here.

You might also check out Scott Sigler hitting the CrimeWAV here.

Want more? How about a chance to get discounts on the new spring titles from Tyrus Books? You got it: use the code "CincodeHarwood" to see your costs lower when you order books at tyrusbooks.com --my partner for YOUNG JUNIUS, coming May 5th. You like saving money? I hope so.

And... we got one more thing: for you German listeners, check out Vinzenz Rothenburg and his new book Heldenleben. Word!

Author Boot Camp IV Now Enrolling

Submitted by Seth on Mon, 02/22/2010 - 11:55

That's right: now is the time to sign up for the Fourth Round of the Author Boot Camp Class taught by myself and Scott Sigler. We're happy to be hosted yet again by Stanford University.

This Spring's class will be on two Saturdays, April 24th and May 1st. 10AM - 4PM in Palo Alto

Register here to get into this class before it fills up.

In today’s publishing world, debut authors have to write well, but they also have to help sell their own work. Many agents and editors are looking for writers who bring an existing audience to the table. In this workshop, students will learn practical tools and techniques to build large networks of followers, fans, and eager readers. The methods discussed will include social networking, new media, and serializing novels as free audiobooks. The instructors will outline the process they used to make cheap, highly effective advertising that landed book contracts with major publishing houses. Why let a small number of insiders — agents, editors, and publicists — decide the success of an author, when the tools for building an audience are readily available?

Can't wait to see you there!

Kindle Rush Day 2: Updates!

Submitted by Seth on Mon, 12/28/2009 - 14:21

So I'm now into DAY 2 of this ALWFD Kindle rush. Here's what I'm observing:

1) the Kindle bestseller charts seem to be VERY long lag, meaning that I think they're heavily weighted to sales over a large number of hours--you can't sell 100 books in an hour and climb to the top. Seems like past days' sales are even taken into account.

Therefore, my number is STILL on the rise! I'm currently sitting at No. 255 overall in books, almost 30 hours after I started the rush. This is the highest I've gotten yet and (despite the sleeping hours) I've been climbing steadily the whole way. So make of that what you will.

2) There are a ton of public domain classics on the tops of the list that are free. These will always be hard to displace. Some new releases are free too.

3) The big point that's still worth mentioning is that people DON'T need a Kindle to buy the collection (that and the fact that it's only 99 cents!). People can download software for their PC here http://bit.ly/3bIDY1 or iPhone/iPod Touch here http://bit.ly/5B8aCt to read Kindle books. From there it's a snap to buy the collection here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ZVPSOU

Kindle Sunday: BUY NOW!!

Submitted by Seth on Sun, 12/27/2009 - 09:25

Thizz is it, folks. We bring Publishing Experiment No. 1 to LIFE right now. Buy A Long Way from Disney now on your Kindle or with your Kindle reader account. Follow this link:

Buy ALWFD on Kindle now!

Happy Holidays and Kindle Rush in ONE WEEK!

Submitted by Seth on Sun, 12/20/2009 - 22:23

Complete audio and Merriest of Holiday Wishes!

More info on the release is here!

Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, Super Kwanza, and let's have a dynamite New Year's Eve! In the process can right now is a Kindle experiment with A Long Way from Disney. Here's what it is:

Publishing Experiment 1: If we know anything for sure about publishing right now, it’s that it is changing. Authors, I believe, must become the scientists running experiments with new technology, new publicity strategies, marketing, you name it. There’s just too much money involved for the big (and some small) presses to carry out the kind of testing and idea-trying that needs to be done. That leaves us independent authors to try things out on our own.

Disney Kindle Commando Sunday

Submitted by Seth on Sun, 12/06/2009 - 23:57
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Sunday Dec. 27 is Disney Kindle Commando Sunday! You with me? Yes. We rock this. More info.

Give the Gift of Lit

Submitted by Seth on Sat, 12/05/2009 - 16:40

It is with great pleasure I bring forth and introduce you to The Gift of Lit, a collective effort by many of the fine authors from Podiobooks. Together, we would like to share with you our diverse works and invite you to take a look at the nice selection of books we have spent hours, days, months, or years writing.

The Gift of Lit: Holiday 2009 is now here. If you are looking for a great gift this holiday season, whether it be for a family member, friend…or for yourself, take a look at the list below and give one, some, or all of these books your consideration. There are books to suit your needs this holiday season. Here, you will find fantasy, sci-fi, crime, speculative fiction, techno thrillers, and much more. Help support these authors and spread the joys of literature. Give spark to imagination.

Below, take a look at all of the different titles offered and follow the links to purchase your own copy for yourself or to give that special someone this holiday. The Gift of Lit will be sure to please all readers.   Click Here to Read More...

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