Morgan Rudolph Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 The NYC trip has 2 separate events - one is the lecture, two days later is a book stamping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maaike Roeleveld Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Everyone going to these events, enjoy! I have pre-odered the book (it came out here in The Netherlands yesterday), so hopefully by the time the weekend comes, I'll get to enjoy the book. Unfortunately, for me there is no chance to attend any of the book-signing events......... Maaike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguelre Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Everyone going to these events, enjoy! I have pre-odered the book (it came out here in The Netherlands yesterday), so hopefully by the time the weekend comes, I'll get to enjoy the book. Unfortunately, for me there is no chance to attend any of the book-signing events......... Maaike I am fortunate enough to attend both events =) However, as a side note, I pre-ordered the book and was schedule to ship on Oct. 14. but I received an email from BnN stating that the shipping was delayed, and were planning to have the orders shipped starting Nov. 3. For those of us making the trip to NYC is not an option, I had one of my wife's friends that live in the city buy a book for me (there were completely sold out in Dallas -i have family down there- and only a few stores in NYC had it available). it's a shame Mr. Page is not signing any memorabilia, though (I wanted to take my guitar, haha). Anyway, the date is just around the corner!!! See you guys soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperDave Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 I am fortunate enough to attend both events =) However, as a side note, I pre-ordered the book and was schedule to ship on Oct. 14. but I received an email from BnN stating that the shipping was delayed, and were planning to have the orders shipped starting Nov. 3. For those of us making the trip to NYC is not an option, I had one of my wife's friends that live in the city buy a book for me (there were completely sold out in Dallas -i have family down there- and only a few stores in NYC had it available). it's a shame Mr. Page is not signing any memorabilia, though (I wanted to take my guitar, haha). Anyway, the date is just around the corner!!! See you guys soon! Try to see if you can cancel your order through BNN as it hasn't shipped yet. I would think so. Then order it through Amazon. I just got my Amazon copy on Saturday and that wasn't with expedited shipping. You still have two weeks until the event, so you should receive it before then, but check on the expected receiving date and what shipping you want. Hope to see you on the 3rd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deborah J Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 Hello everyone! We are fast approaching the day....I will PM everyone that has reached out to make plans. Look for PM's this weekend so we can finalize plans on where to meet up prior to the event. (suggestions welcome) We are going to have a blast!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vixen in my dreams Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 anyone have any extra tickets they are trying to sell? i would be happy to take 1 or 2 off your hands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANONYMOUS Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I know they are expensive but you can still get tickets on StubHub if you really want to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperDave Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Hello everyone! We are fast approaching the day....I will PM everyone that has reached out to make plans. Look for PM's this weekend so we can finalize plans on where to meet up prior to the event. (suggestions welcome) We are going to have a blast!!!! Sounds good Deborah and looking forward to seeing everyone for such a great time. Make sure on some sort of roll call! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguelre Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 I've got the autobiography! the only thing is that I haven't opened it yet, since I have to buy it (again) the day of the event. I'm planning on returning this one The book is way bigger and heavier than I expected (which means there are a bunch of 'pages', haha, get it?) I'm looking forward to meeting you guys, just a week away!!! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrycja Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 The Barnes & Noble event says "In lieu of a signature, author will stamp book" While there will indeed be a large crowd for Jimmy, Barnes & Noble stores in New York are very experienced in managing massive crowds for the highest level of celebrity. The choice to sign or not sign is an author's choice. For example, Lenny Kravitz appeared at both the 92Y and a Barnes & Noble tonight. While signing books at the 92Y is protocol, he was not inclined to sign books at B&N. He was (for sales sake) persuaded otherwise. There is no doubt that signing hundreds of books is a difficult physical task but the choice to stamp has nothing to do with physical exertion or eBay reselling. When word that Jimmy would stamp rather than offer a signature was first reported, it came across as a bit offputting, I have to say, though I haven't been able to put it into words quite why. No, Jimmy doesn't owe anybody anything; the exchange of value for value -- money for product - has already transpired. Still, he is out there promoting his musical biography in pictures, and one of those promotional endeavours is a book signing. Now stamping. I've never heard of an author stamping a book, maybe that's why it sounds a bit weird and kind of distant. Is stamping considered a regular alternative for authors these days? Recently, an unrelated article about autographs being big draws at book fairs made me think of Jimmy's stamp plans. Perhaps there are physical issues that for the time being prevent him from signing all the books. If that's the case, please excuse me, and nevermind. If, however, that's not the case, here are some thoughts from the article that express well the difference that actual pen strokes make: “So perhaps the question should be: what is it about a bunch of marks you make with your hand (your signature) that is a unique indication of your identity and intention? You are how you write, as it turns out. So your signature on a book says, among other things: I did this personally,” said Atwood. “There is something magic about handwriting.” Perhaps Jimmy can reconsider giving a personal touch that only his signature can make. I'm not going so this is not personal, just an observation and a hope that for fans who make the trip, they'll get what is expected at a book signing. Hope you all who are going have a great time whatever kind of ink and medium are used. Here's the rest of the article: http://www.thestar.com/entertainment/books/2014/10/26/a_book_fairs_big_draw_author_autographs.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANONYMOUS Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 When word that Jimmy would stamp rather than offer a signature was first reported, it came across as a bit offputting, I have to say, though I haven't been able to put it into words quite why. No, Jimmy doesn't owe anybody anything; the exchange of value for value -- money for product - has already transpired. Still, he is out there promoting his musical biography in pictures, and one of those promotional endeavours is a book signing. Now stamping. I've never heard of an author stamping a book, maybe that's why it sounds a bit weird and kind of distant. Is stamping considered a regular alternative for authors these days? I enjoyed the article and reading your thoughts about this. As an avid reader and a bit of an author groupie, I loved Atwood's comment about handwriting. I've had many a moment with authors whose book had a profound effect on me, and save one, they were all delightful, sincere, and gracious. I've never once thought about the monetary value of the signature and I've never been to any event or reading where an author of any age, celebrity, or standing used a stamp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrycja Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 I enjoyed the article and reading your thoughts about this. As an avid reader and a bit of an author groupie, I loved Atwood's comment about handwriting. I've had many a moment with authors whose book had a profound effect on me, and save one, they were all delightful, sincere, and gracious. I've never once thought about the monetary value of the signature and I've never been to any event or reading where an author of any age, celebrity, or standing used a stamp. Hi Anonynous, thanks for sharing, and I'm glad you read and enjoyed the article, too. What vinyl is for Robert and Jimmy, books are for me - and from the sounds of it, for you as well. I'm trying to cut down book store ventures and so far this week I went twice . What's interesting is that there does seem to be a difference between autographs of other artists and those of books, some sort of connection that the article alludes to. Yeah I can't imagine ever selling anything signed. Besides, they're all addressed to me, lowering 'market value' but making the experience all the more special. But even if there are always those who get something signed for profit, they shouldn't be allowed to ruin it for others. Jimmy may well be better off stamping posters or pictures rather than his picture autobiography. He put his heart into it and fans put their heart into making the treck to hear him speak and wait in line to get it marked by the man himself; that kind of communion deserves the acknowledgement of a more intimate touch. Come on, Jimmy, put pen to paper! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebk Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 If anyone here has an XM/Sirius subscription, Jimmy is doing a Town Hall on Friday, November 7th in NYC. You can enter on the XM website, but you have to have a question to ask him. If you win, they will have you ask it live during the event. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrledhed Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 If anyone here has an XM/Sirius subscription, Jimmy is doing a Town Hall on Friday, November 7th in NYC. You can enter on the XM website, but you have to have a question to ask him. If you win, they will have you ask it live during the event. If anyone's going and doesn't have a GUEST to bring with them, I'd pay $500+ to go. Sorry to be so crude about it, but I have no way of getting in as it requires SiriusXM subscriber BEFORE Oct 6 and I can't subscribe 3 weeks ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mack Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Hi Anonynous, thanks for sharing, and I'm glad you read and enjoyed the article, too. What vinyl is for Robert and Jimmy, books are for me - and from the sounds of it, for you as well. I'm trying to cut down book store ventures and so far this week I went twice . What's interesting is that there does seem to be a difference between autographs of other artists and those of books, some sort of connection that the article alludes to. Yeah I can't imagine ever selling anything signed. Besides, they're all addressed to me, lowering 'market value' but making the experience all the more special. But even if there are always those who get something signed for profit, they shouldn't be allowed to ruin it for others. Jimmy may well be better off stamping posters or pictures rather than his picture autobiography. He put his heart into it and fans put their heart into making the treck to hear him speak and wait in line to get it marked by the man himself; that kind of communion deserves the acknowledgement of a more intimate touch. Come on, Jimmy, put pen to paper
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