Review: Legacy Publishing? What's that?
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 7, 2012
This book is a straight from the hip, behind the scenes, account of the experiences of two very successful Authors, both of whom sampled the rocky road of Legacy Publishing. They decided that there just had to be a better way.The book is in the form of a recorded interview and conversation and contains plenty of "Quips `n Quotes" which are both entertaining and informative.While it's no doubt an essential prerequisite when publishing a non fiction "this is my story, warts an' all" type of book, to be factual and economical on fluff,  the injection of real life humour is what makes a book inspirational and thought provoking. Of course if you are a serial procrastinator (hint), the thought provoking elements of this book might not lead to any action ...on the other hand, where there's a will there is always hope, if not a crystal clear pathway.This treatise (for it's a mammoth read!) on the do's and don'ts of self publishing and the why's and wherefores, is totally compelling reading for the "about to publish my Book on Kindle" writer. It's a very long and absorbing read, rather like a text book on steroids written by two comedians! (Try working that one out!).Joe turned down what appeared at the outset to be an awesomely lucrative deal from a Legacy Publisher, in favour of self publishing. Not a few heads were turned in the process like a scene from the exorcist. A bold move in the face of the Traditional Publishing cognoscenti. One he won't regret I am sure. Those of you out there in the Kindle Kosmos won't regret Joe's move either, since it very clearly marks the beginning of the end of Legacy domination. Let's have three resounding cheers for the pioneers Joe Konrath and Barry Eisler.Altogether a most illuminating read (for which read Great Polar Exploration). You'll need to plan well before tackling this book; like suitable outdoor clothing, a supply of long life sandwiches and a pack of Flares for rescue in the case of your disappearance! A back pack of Evian wouldn't go amiss. This book should give hope (maybe glory) and confidence to all those Writers and Authors whose pile of rejection slips now reach the Study ceiling. Wonderful book...get to it!