Confession: I’ve never pre-ordered a book. Ever since becoming a mom, my reading time has dwindled significantly. When I do decide to buy a book, it’s usually after numerous recommendations from friends, only for it to gather dust on my nightstand for months, eventually ending up in a bookcase—never to be opened again.
So, I understand that asking you to pre-order my book may seem a bit unreasonable. You might think, why not just wait a month? What’s the rush? Well, I’m glad you asked! Pre-orders play a crucial role in determining whether bookstores will stock the book and influence my publisher’s decisions on my book tour locations. I’m planning to cover most of the East Coast, but I’d love to hit the West Coast and Texas as well. I know you’re out there reading! Plus, ordering online is just ten dollars, whereas buying in-store will set you back five dollars more, and all pre-sale orders contribute to the first-week sales figures.
Still, I get it; that might not be enough to sway you. How about this?
- If you pre-order the book before March 31, you’ll be eligible for a limited edition, hand-signed bookplate and bookmark. (Already ordered? You’re still in! Just fill out a quick form and you’ll receive your goodies in about eight weeks.)
- For those organizing a book club, if you pre-order ten copies before March 31, you’ll receive a Scary Mommy Book Club Pack. This includes 10 bookmarks, recipe cards for the signature cocktail and dessert, 10 signed bookplates, 10 copies of the Scary Mommy Manifesto, 5 cupcake toppers, and the Scary Mommy Confessions game. Simply send proof of your order to claim your pack!
- If you’re feeling especially generous and pre-order 30 copies, you’ll unlock a Scary Mommy Party Pack. Perfect for celebrations like baby showers or girls’ nights, this pack comes with the Scary Mommy Confessions game, 30 cupcake toppers, cocktail and dessert recipe cards, a onesie, 30 signed bookplates, a complete shopping list for your party needs, and a CD with downloadable invitations, door signs, and place cards. It’s the ultimate party kit that I wish I could use every weekend!
Honestly, given these incentives, I think even I would pre-order a book under these circumstances. There’s really no reason not to, right?
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Summary:
This article discusses the importance and benefits of pre-ordering a book, especially in relation to supporting an author’s visibility and tour opportunities. It outlines various incentives for pre-ordering, including exclusive signed items and party packs for book clubs.