Exciting New Children's Book On The Way

[Linda Anderson]

What a difference in the two covers! It's much more striking; even the devil and Booth seem to stand out more.

You're right, Brtmchl. Betty and Laurie are extremely knowledgeable and generous people.

[J. Beckert]

(08-13-2013 07:14 PM)brtmchl Wrote:  I just had the pleasure today, of working through email with two truly charming and intelligent Southern ladies. It's not everyday that a "Rookie", a Northern Rookie at that, gets two highly respected historians to help him with a project. Laurie Verge, and Betty O took it upon themselves to help me create a more interesting and eye catching cover for my book. It is also not everyday that people receive such a random act of kindness. I am truly grateful. Roger, you have put together a wonderful site. Not only are these members extremley knowledgable and enthusiastic about history, but they are amazing people.
Thank you ladies.

Two of the nicest Rebs you'll ever meet, Bert. Trust me on that one. Laurie may rant about Yankees, but it's all in jest. (I think) Two wonderful ladies we're all very lucky to have here. They share so much that can't be found anywhere else except inside their heads. That's very telling about their commitment to sharing and preserving our nation's history. Two wonderful gals that should get a "li'l speck a shugga" from all of us for all they bring to this forum! Muah, gals!

[Eva Elisabeth]

The new cover is entirely an eye-catcher promising suspense. The red and sepia brown colors bring it to life. Looks like a "must-have". If I saw it in a bookstore it would scream "Buy me!" at me and not let me leave alone.

[BettyO]

Thank you everyone - you're more than kind! Mike's book is WONDERFUL!! Can't wait to buy a copy for my library!

[L Verge]

I thank y'all also for the kind comments. History is definitely more fun when you can share your expertise with others. Mike has done a great job with this project.

[emma1231]

Nowhere in any of the posts relating to the upcoming comic book with the dark cover do I find it's name or author. Maybe I missed it. I realize it hasn't been published yet, but I would like to have that information. Do you all know of Rick Geary's great hardcover comic book in b& w about the assassination story? It's pretty clever, and better done than his next one, which is about the Lindbergh kidnapping.
I collect comic books about Lincoln, and must have about 50 or more. I have the Classics Illustrated referred to here -- in Greek! The drawings were cleaned up and much more pleasing than the original. I also have a small Spanish one. Lloyd Ostendorf drew some Lincoln-related comics for Treasure Hunt comics. The one about Dr. Mudd is terrific, and has a great panel about the assassination scene. My fav. childrens' book about Lincoln is illustrated by Jack Davis, the famed Mad magazine cartoonist. Speaking of Mad Mag., does anyone recall the issue containing a color satire of a liquor company ad showing Booth getting drunk at Taltavul's, trying to get up the courage to shoot Lincoln? It's a classic!

[BettyO]

Quote:Speaking of Mad Mag., does anyone recall the issue containing a color satire of a liquor company ad showing Booth getting drunk at Taltavul's, trying to get up the courage to shoot Lincoln? It's a classic!

I have that comic, Richard -- but it's a xerox copy - don't know what year it was published....60's maybe? I used to LOVE Mad Magazine - we all used to read it in Junior and Senior High School.....

Here's the Cartoon:

[RJNorton]

(08-15-2013 07:06 AM)emma1231 Wrote:  Speaking of Mad Mag., does anyone recall the issue containing a color satire of a liquor company ad showing Booth getting drunk at Taltavul's, trying to get up the courage to shoot Lincoln? It's a classic!

Richard, I do not have the magazine, but I think what you are referring to is here.

[BettyO]

Quote:Richard, I do not have the magazine, but I think what you are referring to is here.

WOW! Great, Roger!

I've never seen it in color - all I have is the xerox....

Thanks!

[brtmchl]

With Malice Toward One : A Graphic Novel by Mike Person

Is available on Amazon.com, listed at $16.99 and $15.29 for Prime Members. This price will fall to around $12.00 for Prime Members in a week or so when it becomes available on Barnes & Noble's website.

There is a Kindle version for $7.99 but there are a few issues being worked out so I wouldn't advise the Kindle version unless you are reading it on a computer. They downloaded it in pdf so apparently it is difficult to zoom in on the pictures. I will update when this gets sorted out. E book versions will be available soon through itunes, nook, etc. that I was happier with because of the epub format.

By the way, before I recently had this book updated with a new cover I noticed there were other sellers listed on the Amazon site. With prices ranging from list price to one selling it used at $208.00. This is completly rediculous and infuriating. I understand the want to make a buck but all of these sellers are online sellers who go through Amazon and the book is Printed On Demand.

Thank you all for the kind words and support.

[Gene C]

(08-15-2013 09:18 AM)brtmchl Wrote:  By the way, before I recently had this book updated with a new cover I noticed there were other sellers listed on the Amazon site. With prices ranging from list price to one selling it used at $208.00. This is completly rediculous and infuriating. I understand the want to make a buck but all of these sellers are online sellers who go through Amazon and the book is Printed On Demand.

Thank you all for the kind words and support.

I'm glad you mentioned that about the used books. I always wondered about that. It was interesting that on several books, you can find a new book for less than a used one, a new hardback less expensive than a new paperback.

Just last month I ordered "The Secret War for the Union" by Edwin Fishel. (this is a 734 page book). I got a used (like new) for $0.24 plus s&h. Last week I purchased "the Lincoln Image" by Harold Holzer, new for $1.50. I am pleased with both purchases. I have purchased several nice used books for $5 or less, and a few for $1 or less.

But comparison shop, sometimes Barnes & Noble or ABE books are less expensive.

And the prices change a lot from week to week. Last December I purchased "Lincoln on Leadership" by Donald Phillips (hardcover). used (like new) for $0.50. Today, a new hardcover is $50, and a new paperback is $7.15 (and the least expensive used hardback is $3.00)

Good luck with your book sales Mike.

[BettyO]

You can purchase Mike's book here on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/reader/0615791751?...0615791751


It'd be great to have Mike come to our Author's Hour at the Conference this year so we could get autographed copies....(hint, hint!)

[L Verge]

I hope that we will soon be selling it at Surratt House. Mike's working on pricing at the moment. Also, John"s and Barry's newest supplement to their Inside The Walls series should be in stock soon. It's devoted to the missing autopsy photo (or lack thereof), and it is beautifully done.

The museum will also be doing special sales on books in the near future. Stay tuned.

[brtmchl]

(08-15-2013 04:52 PM)BettyO Wrote:  You can purchase Mike's book here on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/reader/0615791751?...0615791751


It'd be great to have Mike come to our Author's Hour at the Conference this year so we could get autographed copies....(hint, hint!)

Thank you, and I can't wait to read "Alias" this fall, Powell is one of my favorite figures, he is such a mystery. His savagery, and yet he has such a mild manner. He is almost one of those perfect soldiers. He believes in his cause and follows orders completely. Where did you ever find info on past girlfriends? Anyway, I can't wait.

P.s. I will ask Laurie about the the conference details. It would be nice to put voices to names.

[Gene C]

The customer reviews on Amazon are good!
I'm not normally one for graphic novels, but yours looks much better than most I've seen. Reminds me of the old Classics Illustrated comic books (I liked those), only with more of the story.

I hope you can come to the conference. I'd like to hear your story on how you were able to accomplish this.