Burgold Posted November 18, 2015 Author Share Posted November 18, 2015 Okay, here is the interview. Feel free to listen and let me have it! http://wgvunews.org/post/halo-mushrooms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 20, 2015 Author Share Posted November 20, 2015 In it's first week on sale, A Halo of Mushrooms hassold and presold 39 copies! I've got JK Rowling on the run now! (Seriously though, I think that's a pretty good start.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildbunny Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 And remember, if you don't buy my book you are probably a Philly fan Well, if you would have it translated in french, I would probably buy it. Not that I wouldn't be able to read english books, but I'm just too lazy to do it (Well, that would help my english level I know). That should be doable, you already had it translated for R2D2. Congratulations anyhow on going all the way through it. I used to write some years ago, but never went to the end of it. I like Heroic Fantasy style, and had what I thought was a nice story, that look way too complicated in the end. And I haven't found the will to go back to it and rewrite it as a whole. Still, seeing you making through it might light a small fire in me. Having kids makes me feel like I want to tell them stories. Stories that makes them dream. Congratulations once again Burg! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 22, 2015 Author Share Posted November 22, 2015 Thanks, Wildbunny. You should actually write it in order to write the French translation! You'd be far more effective than Google translate I suspect On an entirely different note, if you bought a copy my book would be an international seller! How cool would that be? I do think you should write. If there's a story bubbling up in you have at it. The world needs our voices. If you do play with something feel free to PM me a draft and I'll lend you an eye. In the meantiime, here's a review of my book on Baynet. I was pretty pleased with it http://www.thebaynet.com/articles/1115/book-review-a-tasty-halo.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 23, 2015 Author Share Posted November 23, 2015 This review on Amazon touched me. I wanted to share it. (Heck, most of them have because I'm a sap, but this one surprised me) http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/A22PGDPFWF9UAH/ref=cm_cr_pr_pdp?ie=UTF8 5.0 out of 5 starsThe best I've read in this genre! ByTheory Jameson November 22, 2015 Format: Paperback I am stunned and I mean that. This is my first Andrew Hiller read and I have to comment on his talent first. This guy has a way with words. It's a smart and unique story that is only matched by Hillers, poetic story-telling ability. There is this tone to the work and lures you in right from the Prologue, where he is merely speaking of a cat… yes, a cat that sucked me right in. Don’t laugh, you will see just what I am talking about. I know this is a fantasy, but I am telling you right now, the writing skill is such that it allows anyone who appreciates an imaginative and out of the box creative visionary to be entertained if not entirely impressed with exceptional writing.A Halo of Mushrooms has three main characters off of which are well-developed, distinct, and relatable. My favorite being Laura because there is an ease about her, a realness. There are tons of twists and turns and moments where you think you know where it’s going only to be wrong… which I think is great! The ending is thoughtful, it digs its way in and settles within to live far beyond the last page. Becoming, at least a little bit, a part of the reader. It left me satisfied yet somehow wanting more of this fascinating story. Though I was given a ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review, I am now a fan and will be purchasing whatever is next! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 27, 2015 Author Share Posted November 27, 2015 Amazon is having a 30% discount on books right now. It's a great opportunity to buy a book at a slight discount. Just use the promocode HOLIDAY30. It works on books other than Halo of Mushrooms, but if you were thinking about buying the book... it's a nice way to do so at a little cheaper price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grhqofb5 Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 Does the 30% deal apply to Blueray DVDs too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 28, 2015 Author Share Posted November 28, 2015 Not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 28, 2015 Author Share Posted November 28, 2015 Little surge today. Come on, grapevine! Spread the word. Let's make this mushroom spread like... well, like a fungus. Happy Thanksgiving to all. May your lives all be touched with Wisdom and Wonder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grhqofb5 Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Maybe if you put it in Wal-Mart, kmart, etc. Instead of just online the sales would increase faster? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 29, 2015 Author Share Posted November 29, 2015 If you have ins with some of the big national box stores I'm listening. I'll even give you a finder's fee and commission. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Event_Horizon Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 My wife bought your book yesterday (paperback) for one of our 15 year old daughters. She is a little tiny petite thing and her grandma calls her "mushroom." Anyway she is a voracious reader and loves fantasy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Event_Horizon Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 I know I said somewhere I wouldn't buy it, but I did. I was just having one of those days after teaching 170 kids and was grouchy and behaving like big ole bag of dicks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 29, 2015 Author Share Posted November 29, 2015 Thanks. I hope it provides you a bit of catharsis. I was a special ed teacher for four years and I know how kids can both lift you up and erode your soul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Event_Horizon Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Onward and Upward! Thanks for your forgiveness. Catharsis indeed. You speak truth. Cannot wait to get your book tomorrow. I hope we paid full price as you do deserve a full royalty for your work. Cheers and Peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 29, 2015 Author Share Posted November 29, 2015 No forgiveness needed. Politics should be only a small part of who we are. Family, friends, and Redskins first! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted November 29, 2015 Author Share Posted November 29, 2015 So, two weeks ago a fair number of ES related book sales, last week almost none. This week, a few Black Friday buys. Coincidence? I don't know, but dare we take the chance! :all hail: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDawg Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 Not my cup of tea so I probably won't purchase, but I did want to stick my head in here and offer you a heartfelt congratulations. Following you over the years, I know you're unrelenting in your work ethic and following your dreams and I have a ton of respect for that. I hope that you'll get your due on this book and keep kicking ass. Be proud, Burg. Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted December 1, 2015 Author Share Posted December 1, 2015 Check out A Halo of Mushroom's latest review! http://marissareads.com/2015/12/01/arc-review-a-halo-of-mushrooms-by-andrew-hiller/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildbunny Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Thanks, Wildbunny. You should actually write it in order to write the French translation! You'd be far more effective than Google translate I suspect On an entirely different note, if you bought a copy my book would be an international seller! How cool would that be? I do think you should write. If there's a story bubbling up in you have at it. The world needs our voices. If you do play with something feel free to PM me a draft and I'll lend you an eye. First and foremost, I hope your sale are on the rise. Then, the more I think of it, the idea of buying it and translating it might be fun to do. It'll probably take some time, but it would be worth it I guess. I need to perfect my english anyway. Once again, congratulations, and hope it will go as you foresaw it. KDawg, it might not be your type of reading, but I'm pretty sure it may be someone's kind of you know, or your kids if you have some It's Xmas time soon, it should be a good present I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted December 3, 2015 Author Share Posted December 3, 2015 With tongue and cheek I remind readers of ES... that if you haven't bought my book chances are you are rooting for Dallas this Monday. So far, in its three weeks out... on good sales weeks we have won and on the bad one we lost. Coincidence? I think not! O:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted December 4, 2015 Author Share Posted December 4, 2015 My first ES Amazon review? Thanks! 5.0 out of 5 starsA well written story with a touch of wonder. Fantasy with a bit of technology. A really different plot that leaves you wonderi ByKindle Customeron December 3, 2015 Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase A very enjoyable novel, well worth reading. I would recommend this book to fantasy enthusiast who would like something a bit different I'm not sure if it's from here because it's verified and anonymous (what a strange combo) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinsmarydu Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 How can I get it in a brick & mortar? I don't purchase online anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted December 4, 2015 Author Share Posted December 4, 2015 Right now, I have it available only at Amazon. I could make it available at brick and mortars, but chances are you'd still have to go to the brick and mortar and order it. I doubt they would shelve it at this point. Competition is pretty fierce and dominated by major publishers. Small imprints often find themselves on the outs. Are there many who would want the book available at Barnes and Nobles, Books a Million or elsewhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Event_Horizon Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 Shelf space costs money. You can order from any brick and mortar and pick it up. Burg seriously research schools. I gave one copy to our librarian. I will hear about it next week. That will blow this thing up. School Systems follow suit and word spreads like wildfire. Hey, I am a teacher and both my Aunt (ret) and Cousin were / are librarians. This is how you get famous. Hell, send it to NBC Today Show for a review and interview.... think big... think huge mate. Send it to the ELLEN Show and write your own personal story... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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