Once I convinced my older brother that it is ok to take pictures at a bookstore (or a restaurant or a parade or anywhere else as I often do as a compulsive blogger), he took this picture of my book placed face-out in the memoir section of his local Barnes & Noble.
I’m nestled in between Marrying George Clooney and Loose Girl. I think I’ll just leave it at that.
Diane, Fit to the Finish says
September 4, 2009 at 8:58 amIf anyone ever publishes the book I have on my computer I would travel the country taking pictures of it!!!! No, I’d travel the world!
Congratulations, and I love your book.
Caitlin says
September 4, 2009 at 9:10 amThat’s perfect! I’m sure George Clooney could be a “well-insured groom”. You got about 16 months to track him down =)
PastaQueen says
September 4, 2009 at 9:32 am@Caitlin – I heard that George Clooney suffered from a constant headache for several months after injuring himself doing a stunt. He described the pain as one of the worst experiences of his life. So I bet he’d be sympathetic to my plight!
Leslie says
September 4, 2009 at 9:37 amAny publicity is good publicity, and your book is worth it. I hope you sell a zillion more from that extra “exposure”! I’d sidle up next to George anytime.
Lori says
September 4, 2009 at 10:40 amThat is so cool! Do you find it surreal to see your book in stores?
MB says
September 4, 2009 at 11:17 amI take pictures in the bookstore all the time. I always turn your book faceout when I’m there. It’s all about exposure, right? I don’t know if I ever sent it to you. I tried to copy the photo into the comment here but it wouldn’t work. I’ll e-mail it. Hmmm… sandwiched between Clooney and Loose Girl … hmmmm …..
Tanya says
September 4, 2009 at 11:35 amThe headlines of all three books read “Marrying Half Assed Loose Girl.” Lol – somebody in that store has a sense of humor :-)
sharongracepjs says
September 4, 2009 at 12:31 pmHaaaa! I read an ARC of ‘Loose Girl’ when I worked at B&N…it’s good, but definitely not as upbeat as yours!
Dawn says
September 4, 2009 at 1:02 pmWhen I saw the picture I saw “Marrying half-ass loose girl” lol.
I’m in the middle of reading your book right now, not sure what took me so long, guess I’m cheap lol.
Rahim says
September 4, 2009 at 1:24 pmI’m glad you said that because in convincing your brother, you just convinced me. I’m timid with my digital camera because I don’t want anyone to go “mad paparazzi” on me.
Isabelle says
September 4, 2009 at 3:14 pmWell, the jeans are certainly loose.
Christine says
September 4, 2009 at 5:23 pmPersonally, I would be sick/ shameless about this sort of thing. I would get a T-Shirt made that says, “I’M THE AUTHOR OF HALF-ASSED” and pose next to the shelf it’s on for a picture while giving the “wink & gun.” :)
Ishmael says
September 4, 2009 at 6:20 pmThat’s awesome! I downloaded your book and read it on my Kindle, but I still get a kick out of seeing it in paperback form on the bookshelves.
Rachel says
September 5, 2009 at 7:56 amHaha! Hilarious. It must be a surreal feeling seeing your book in stores – although I’m sure you’re used to it by now :)
krissie says
September 5, 2009 at 5:37 pmI saw your book today and didn’t hesitate to whip out my phone and take a picture. You are noteworthy!
http://www.twitpic.com/gmeot
FITYOUROLDJEANS says
September 6, 2009 at 1:42 amCongratulations on impacting the world!
sandy,phd says
September 6, 2009 at 2:35 amWhat a great feeling that must be! Congratulations on both the book AND the weight loss. Talk about making the problem the solution. Wow.
bobbie says
September 7, 2009 at 7:53 pmAt least your “nestled” while the rest of us [well, at least me] play with the idea of writing a book. Nice brother!!
E says
September 13, 2009 at 6:17 pmI read Loose Girl! It’s actually a great book:) You’re in good company, I promise.