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how does a shy person give away 12 copies of the book "Building a Better World in Your Backyard"

 
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I'm not shy but I just ordered and will find creative ways to give these books away. Paul, did I see that you might autograph one for my collection?

 
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Michelle Lindsey wrote:I'm not shy but I just ordered and will find creative ways to give these books away. Paul, did I see that you might autograph one for my collection?



The books at the shipper are all unsigned.  

I think somewhere around here I might have a few books that shawn and I signed for the kickstarter peeps.  We signed extras just to make sure all people were happy.  I suppose that aspect is all done.  



I'm a bit pressed for time the next few weeks.  I take it you would like me to figure out how to get one signed book to you?  I know people normally charge more for signed book stuff, but I never really learned that thing.

you say "tin pot dictator" like it is a bad thing!

 
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DairyCreekCommunityFoodWeb has a free library for Farmers, Gardeners and Foodies. We are always looking for books to add to our collection! Do you recommend your offered collection? As a 10-year old non-profit organization.  we are always working to feed hungry people: expanding our Food Pantry Garden, Gleaning program, sustainable school gardens, celebrating harvests and holding Gardening & Cooking classes…etc, thanks for your free books idea!
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Hi Paul
No, if it would cause extra work please do not go to any trouble. I will enjoy your book just the same!
Thank you!
 
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Earth day is a month away.  

What are fresh ideas for a shy person to give away 12 copies?

you say "tin pot dictator" like it is a bad thing!

 
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Where I live, there is a robust network of little free libraries scattered around the village/town. That would be my first drop off locations.

I have plans on making a farm stand. I would reckon the people picking up veggies/eggs might be interested in permaculture or permaculture-adjacent subjects so having them for available as a grab item might hit a more targeted audience.

I like to echo the previous posts about donating a copy or two to a local library system.

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It has been a long time since I read this thread so I hope my thoughts are some fresh ideas:

Setting up a booth at a Farmer's Market or a Flea Market would easily get the book into the hands of 12 people.

Have a Book Promotions here on the forum.

I have read that there is a way to give books away on Amazon.

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I made a shortcut to this thread:


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you say "tin pot dictator" like it is a bad thing!

 
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We made a flyer to go in the 12 books boxes. What do you think? Is it clear? What else would you add?

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We gave our 12 copies away at Homeschool Co-op. Lots of excited home-schooling families eager to use the book as part of their children's education!
My 30 yr old daughter was so inspired, she developed a Summer Camp curriculum based on the book (for kids 8-14).

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Go to an organic farming and gardening meeting, give the box of books to someone at the front desk, and depending on shyness quotient, either run away and have pre-written note inside box "free book from Permies.com", or actually tell someone what they are supposed to do with them.
 
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My friend told me yesterday she gave a bunch of books away at a meditation retreat she attended.

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There's still time to buy 12 books for $65!

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My company, W.E.B. Permaculture, is partnering with a Permaculture Design Instructor to soon offer a Permaculture Design Course in North Texas. We'll be handing out the Better World Books and the Permaculture Playing Cards to the students.

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bump!

you say "tin pot dictator" like it is a bad thing!

 
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Jeanne Wallace wrote:We gave our 12 copies away at Homeschool Co-op. Lots of excited home-schooling families eager to use the book as part of their children's education!
My 30 yr old daughter was so inspired, she developed a Summer Camp curriculum based on the book (for kids 8-14).


Hey Jeanne, I am very curious about what your daughter came up with! Rebekah is thinking about creating a SKIP Scouts program. I bet there would be some overlap between these two ideas.

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