I've been away for a few weeks. Away from the swirl that is the documentary with the frantic booking of interviewees, the arranging and re-arranging of shoot schedules, making sure the proper video equipment is rented, the picking up of vehicles, and the constant prayers for good weather as well as good soundbites and b-roll.
I've been in the world of books. I thought it would be a much quieter world. It is. To a degree.
The bookstores I've been in for the publicity push surrounding the publication of "Tales of the Road-Highway 61" are filled with stacks and stacks of wonderful books, interesting people and staffers who are patient, kind and knowledgeable. The book was released October 15th. It is going into its second printing. I gather that is good. Right now, I'm too tired to think about it.
I'm happy--very happy that the reviews have been good and people are complementary about this first foray into the world of books. What I didn't quite expect was the rush of media interviews and events that accompany the release of a book. It has been really busy.
The photos are from my first book event in the Minneapolis/St.Paul area. Common Good Books sponsored the appearance at a local church. Turnout was pretty good...the night before Election Day. People always ask good questions and naturally, I found out some information that I COULD have used for the book and the film, had I known about it sooner.
I'm adding more book events as Christmas looms in the next few weeks. Check out our calendar, and if you are around--stop by one of the events!
This weekend is one of the rare "book free" weekends. Instead, I'm shooting up in the Grand Portage area. A very special person has agreed to be interviewed. In my business--we call that a "tease." Stay tuned for more!!!
