Because this is a $$ deal in the end. By allowing only the book in question to be signed, it assures that the bookstore where the event is being held and the publishing company make money.
End of Watch Book Signing?
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I think RichardX's argument is that they still buy the book being promoted so the book store still gets its money but the fan can bring a book of their own choice to sign in its place. Our experience has been that most book stores don't want to have to deal with doing it that way as it means extra work for their staff. We've stopped even suggesting that as an option because of that.
I'm giddy as a schoolgirl to see that Mr. King will be appearing in Sewickley. I don't even care about the the signed book (although that's a sweet bonus) but just having the chance to see him in person is amazing. I can't wait for details and hope I can get tickets for my mom and me. =)
I'm crying in my cornflakes with one hand,discussing trying to drive to N.J. with my other.......and wondering the best way to offer my mad phone answering skills to Bridgton Books just in case they are traumatized by the last time and need a little encouragement
Yes, that is correct. In that scenario King signs the same number of books, the bookstore gets its money, and the customer decides what book they want signed. Everyone is uber happy. It actually seems like more work to concern themselves with screening books rather than having a simple one person, one book rule. I have to believe that if they were told this is the way it was going to work they would bend over backwards to accommodate King and have him in their store. That is how most of the book festival events that King attends work and they go off like a charm. Typically much more enjoyable than dealing with book stores eyeing everyone like a potential assassin.
No such luck for me, I guess! Wishing for a WA/OR date...
Someday, maybe.
Someday, maybe.
Oh wowzers. Louisville and Nashville????
This is awesome. Mr. King and I haven't seen each other since the UTD tour in November of 2009. We have a lot of catching up to do!
This is awesome. Mr. King and I haven't seen each other since the UTD tour in November of 2009. We have a lot of catching up to do!
HollyGolightly, can you swing Nashville on June 11???????
Oh please no. Many of us are 8 hour+ drives away from our closest signing. Going twice isn't an option. I'm really looking forward to going to the Tulsa event though and completing my Hodges set!
I see one of these tours is finally stopping in Kentucky. I knew promises of cheesecake would eventually work its magic.
A book signing in PA. Woo Hoo! Oh, wait... Sewickley... that’s a 6 hour drive, without stops. Never mind. 
So when can I expect it to arrive?
So when can I expect it to arrive?
I believe once upon a time I did promise a lifetime supply if he stopped in KY. He'll be here in June. Ummmm......looks like I better get started baking now.
Louisville??? I can see Louisville out my office window.
Will more Gingersnaps bring the tour to Dallas? I'll get baking right away!So when can I expect it to arrive?
*faints* Just saw this pop up on FB (and screamed. And scared my daughter and myself--I've never shrieked over a proposed appearance of anyone before--lol). I've never been to a signing before, but with him RIGHT HERE... Now we have to wait for the venue announcement
Baked goods are always appreciated but afraid Dallas had their opportunity with 11/22/63 so time to give someone else a chance this time around.Will more Gingersnaps bring the tour to Dallas? I'll get baking right away!
Yes, Steve needs to get out here to the west coast again!!No such luck for me, I guess! Wishing for a WA/OR date...
Someday, maybe.
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