I’ve signed the contract for my 8th book :)
Steemit is the first place that I shared this exciting news when I was, initially, notified on New Year’s Eve that my 8th book was accepted for publication! I have been putting manuscript in shape, since then, and last night celebrated by going out dancing (see previous post :)
I can now say that I've signed the contract, submitted final manuscript and am excited to announce that my Revolutions of the Heart, is expected from Wipf & Stock, later this year :)
"Revolutions" is a genre-bending collection of literary, cultural and spiritual reflections that take the form of essays, poetry, aphorisms, conversations & fiction!
Currently, I'm filling out the Marketing Questionnaire regarding 'textbook adoption in classrooms'.
If you are a professor in a university and think you might be curious about using my book as a primary or secondary textbook, please, let me know.
Within a month of Revolution’s publication, Wipf and Stock’s marketing staff will contact each professor on the list, provide them with a short excerpt of my book, and invite you to request a desk or examination copy.
I'm guessing that this unruly beast of a book would be of interest for courses in literary criticism, comparative religions, philosophy, popular culture, Middle East studies and literature, broadly speaking.
Thank you, for your attention and I hope this proposal appeals to some of you :)
Wishing you success on your terms, Yahia
Congratulations! What a wonderful way to start the year!
Hiya, @ericvancewalton
You seem to know lots of interesting folks on Steemit; can you, please, help me get the word out on this new contest I’m promoting for new book trailer : https://steemit.com/hive-174578/@yahialababidi/announcing-contest-30-50-steem-calling-all-filmmakers
Much appreciated,
Yahia
I’d be happy to help!
Thanks, dear Eric. I received encouraging news, today, that an English school back home (in Egypt) will turn my book trailer into a class project & students will compete to make one I use for publisher’s media kit :)
That’s wonderful! I can’t wait to see it.
Thanks, for all your kindnesses, Eric.
I’m quietly giddy to have young people’s energy and creativity at work on this book trailer :) Will share, once it’s ready 🙏🏼
You’re welcome! Please do, I’m excited to see how it turns out. I’ll have to have one done for my next book.
Thank you, dear Eric, I’m counting my blessings & hope this book reaches its audience.
Wishing you continued success, my friend, on Steemit and beyond :)
Dear @yahialababidi
Thank you for reaching out to me and congratulation for signing this contract :)
Cheers, Piotr
Congratulations on this fabulous news! I'm sure many professors will find your book to be a great addition to their course material. Great pic too; keep on smiling!
Many thanks, my generous friend, for your heart-warming encouragement <3 Thanks, too, for sharing my good news on Twitter.
I've begun to compile a list of possible professors...
fingers-crossed
Hope your 2020 is off to a good start and you're keeping healthy and happy :)
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