Release day for a new book is a really exciting day for
authors. We look forward to it from the moment the date is set, and spend all
kinds of time and energy trying to get the word out to our wonderful readers so
they know when to expect the book. We rub our hands together gleefully in
anticipation of receiving our box of author copies from the publisher. There
may be cake.
Or not.
As you have probably noticed, this year is not like other
years. That’s true for a lot of things, including, alas, publishing. Which is
my subtle way of letting you know that while today is the official release day
for The Eclectic Witch’s Book of Shadows
(YAY!!!!!), neither you nor I are going to be seeing the book show up today
(BOOOO!).
This isn’t Llewellyn’s fault, I assure you. There is a
country-wide delivery issue, which is affecting a lot of items, including
books. So the books are late getting to the Llewellyn warehouse, which means
they are going to be late getting sent out to those who have ordered them. (If
you pre-ordered, THANK YOU SO MUCH! The good news is that so many people
preordered the book, Llewellyn has already ordered another print run, which is
fabulous. Thank you all for making me look popular.)
So here’s what’s going to happen. As soon as the books get
to the warehouse, they will get sent out to anyone who preordered, or orders
now, directly from Llewellyn. So those folks will get their books first. Then
they’ll sent them out to Amazon, B&N, and all the other stores that ordered
them. Amazon will probably take the longest to get them out, simply because they
take longer to process the delivery once it gets to them. But with any lucky,
it won’t be more than a few more weeks before the book is in my hands, and
yours.
I want to thank you in advance for your patience, and I hope
you’ll love the book as much as I do once you finally get it. You know,
assuming you’re not just following me for the cat pictures, in which case you’re
fine already.
Diana says hang in there, the book is coming soon.
If you haven’t ordered the book yet, ordering directly from
Llewellyn will get it to you fastest (although in order to get free shipping
you have to spend $30, so you might have to order something else too…like maybe
a mini Everyday Witch Tarot deck?). Or you can order from anywhere else,
including your local independent book store or New Age shop, and just get it a
little later.
Blurb:
An abundant source of magical information, The
Eclectic Witch's Book of Shadows is perfect for both Wiccans and eclectic
Witches interested in building their own practice from the ground up. This
beginner-friendly guide is modeled on a traditional Book of Shadows but is
flexible enough to be personalized. With helpful sections on herbs, stones,
spells, rituals, and more, this beautiful hardcover book makes practicing
Witchcraft easier, simpler, and more fun.
Popular author and eclectic Witch Deborah Blake
shares her wisdom on a variety of topics, including candle magic, divination,
correspondences, and magical recipes. You’ll meet the gods and goddesses,
discover powerful invocations, and explore ways to celebration Pagan festivals
and holidays. Extensive color illustrations by well-known artist Mickie Mueller
enhance your magical journey, inspiring you to achieve your goals.
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In the meanwhile, I appreciate your patience. And when the
books finally do arrive, we can celebrate together. Which one of you is
bringing the cake?
Blessings,
Deborah
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