So I finished the first book over New Year's, and have started the second, but it's taken me this long to figure out how to post. My first issue was making a password I couldn't remember, but that was "very strong" according to google. I have then made a simple one, but couldn't figure out how to get from the blog to posting, or from google to blog. Aha, today I figured it out. I guess the moral of my tale is, "if at first you don't succeed, try, try again".
But, my reason for logging on today is, do we have a book for March? Or are we sticking with Springer's since, we haven't gotten into discussing it yet?
Lastly, I really liked the first book. But, I admit everytime I read the cover I think of Betsy's two girls one cup. :) I also noticed a Target over the weekend, there is another new version of the book out, this time cover features two girls reading up close, dressed in very colorful clothes, with intricate headresses on. It's much more vibrant than the verison I have (and I know Keiser has) which is mostly white, with three girls in white headresses on it.
Speaking of photo's, did your version of the book have pictures in the middle? I really liked this addition. First, because it was easy to know how far along I was (since they were in the middle). Second, because it helped me to visualize the area and the people. I know Greg Mortenson is a real man, but he is so odd an unique, I kept thinking of him as a character in a novel, but the photos brought back reality, that this was indeed a true story.
My only gripe with the book was the conclusion. There was something unsettling or unfinished about it. That he somehow discounted his earlier achievments as only bringing him to where he was about to begin his true calling. I had more clear thoughts about it all, but those were months ago.
Lastly, as a fundraiser I appreciate the need for funds, but I also felt uncomfortable about the direct ask and not of other people/groups who had given to his charity in the back of the book. As a professional looking in, I'd have to say that charity doens't appear to be well run, or truly mission based. It really is one man. I hope they branch out in the future, and that with the success of this book, it's easier for them to do so.
Sorry for the delay. I'll improve, I promise. Mere
Thanks for posting! I spoke with Danielle and Amanda, and we decided to give more time to the 2nd book. It seems like people are still finishing up the first book, etc.
ReplyDeleteSo, what do you think about the deadline for the 2nd book being the end of April?
Thanks for all of your knowledge about fund raising! I find that so interesting.
Also, with different book covers, I know that more and more successful books are coming out with kid's versions and YA versions. So, maybe that is what you are noticing with different cover designs. As shown here.
Marley and Me did the same thing.