Normally when someone orders a print, a T-shirt, a back issue or two, or whatever, it’s generally out the door and on its way in less than 24 hours. If the timing is right, I’ve been known to have the package ready and at the Post Office in under 12.
At the moment, as I’ve been responding to everyone who’s ordered within the past 24 hours, I’m currently filling purchases in the order they’ve been received. Ever since the shipment of THE LARA-SU CHRONICLES: BEGINNINGS arrived, I’ve been filling orders at a steady clip and have gotten over 80 out the door since yesterday and currently working to get more out today.
At the present rate, I estimate it’s going to take me at least a week to get all the remaining pre-ordered copies packaged and on their way.
However, ever since people started receiving their pre-ordered copies yesterday, I’ve been receiving nothing but accolades for the book. And they must be telling their friends, as I sure haven’t been doing any heavy sell since I started shipping the books this past Friday.
As a result, sales of BEGINNINGS are going absolute gangbusters. I’ve received more orders in less than 24 hours than I have in some months during the pre-sale. Which brings me to the point of this message.
For the first time since I opened my website store, it’ll be awhile before I’m able to ship anything out the door in under 24 hours. As the latest orders are coming in, the people who ordered yesterday may not see their copies ship until late next week, but the orders following them could spill into the following week.
As anyone who follows me knows, I like to be completely transparent and upfront with my audience. At the moment, I’m primarily a one-person operation that’s currently experiencing some growing pains, and I suspect that’s only going to get compounded as word of mouth spreads and more projects are in preparation for future release.
The reaction I’m receiving for BEGINNINGS has been most gratifying for which I’m truly and humbly appreciative. My only response is that I’m just getting started. Thanks for your patience and understanding in the meantime.
Wow! I am elated at this news, as I already thought this was going to be a great product that I wanted in as many people’s hands as possible even before I had it on-hand and was able to fully appreciate the premium quality of it!
Very happy to hear sales are going so well, it couldn’t have happened to a more deserving graphic novel from a more deserving creator. 🙂
What is “accolades”? I looked that word up in the dictionary. It says award. Someone gave you an award for your book? Do I have that right or wrong?
No rush to replying to this.
I know you have many books to send .
I’m happy for you it’s all going good.
Actually “accolades” meaning praise makes more sense. I’m glad you got praise for the book. Good job. Keep up the good work.
Thank you, Megan. I’m looking forward to your reaction of the book after you check it out.
Congratulations Ken! I look forward to receiving my copy.
Best wishes to you and your family.
Thanks, Damien. Your book shipped on Monday and you should be receiving it by tomorrow if you haven’t already. I hope you like.
Just came in the mail today. Packing was great and the artwork is beautiful. I’m going to frame the signed comic for my office. Thanks!
Received my copy in the snail mail on June 24, 2024.