The Fly Fishing Guide to the Farmington River is getting closer. I had my first conversation yesterday with my book publicist. (I’m going to let the fact that I have a book publicist go to my head for about 15 seconds — it feels good — and now I can get over it and move along.) We have a lot to talk about.
As was foretold by fearless forecaster Chuck G., the official release date is Tuesday, August 4. That’s about 4 months of wait time. If we keep busy fishing this spring and summer, it’ll be here before we know it.
There will be multiple ways for you to get a copy. The first is to pre-order from your favorite bookseller. (The publisher encourages pre-orders.) You can also inquire at your favorite fly shop to make sure they’re aware of the book release. I will be reaching out to several popular fly shops in the state to set up book signing/promo events. (Naturally, I’ll tell you about those here and on social media as they come to fruition.) If you attend the Fly Fishing Shows in Marlborough, Edison, and Lancaster, the book store at those shows will certainly be selling copies. If you’re taking a lesson from me, or having me speak at your club, I’ll try to always have a few copies with me.
Then, there’s this way, which is beginning to roughly take shape: get a copy directly from me, which I will personalize and sign and ship to you. The cost is TBD; the cover price is $39.95, plus I’ll have to add on shipping/materials cost. While I’m researching that, if you’re interested in going this route, please do this: Send me an email or reply to this thread saying that you’re planning on getting a personalized copy from me. I need to gauge the interest before I commit to this. Also, please note, if this happens, it will be a one-time situation deal. I have no desire to be an online merchant. Payment will likely be by cash, check, or P2P payment app like Venmo or PayPal. There may be a chance that I can get these copies out before the official release date, but don’t quote me on that. Sorry, no international orders — way too hard.
It’s all tremendously exciting. And I thank everyone for your patience and interest and readership.
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Hi Steve – I’d love to buy a copy directly from you. Please keep me posted with details about how (inc $$) this will work. Peter Werner413-441-3608Sent from my iPhone
Thanks!
I would like to buy a signed copy directly from you.
Thanks
I would buy a signed copy directly from you! Keep me posted.Tyler Hoxley Farmington, CT860-416-1562
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I’d very much like to purchase one from you. Please let me know the specifics as you can. Dan DuBois. Thanks!🙏 Sent from my iPhone
Got it.
Hello Steve,I’m interested
Thanks
Hi Steve,
I would like to get a personalized copy of the book from you. Please keep me posted when informationis available!
Thank you,
Anthony Urbano
Thank you!
hi steve, glad you are trying to keep up this nice tradition of selling direct and offering a personally signed copy. i’d buy one! thanks!
Thanks!
Hi Steve, Saw your presentation at the FVTU meeting last month. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I would be interested in receiving an autographed copy. All the best and tight lines…. Regards, Glenn
Excellent!
yes. count me in.
I will definitely buy a book from you. Add cigar smell for extra value. Paul Ferri46 Sea Spray AveNiantic, CT 06357860 573 7843Sent from my iPhone
Thank you!
Steve: I would like to purchase a signed copy of your book. I am amenable to whatever is easiest for you. If you decide not to sell copies directly, I’d be more than happy to meet up with you when you have a signing in my area. I took your class in Marlborough, Mass. I’ve tied up a bunch of wet flies and I am looking forward to giving your techniques a try. Congratulations on the book. That’s a major accomplishment! John Hyde
Got it and you’re on the list
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