Gold from copper Derek!

[Derek Smith]

K50 DEL said:

I'm another who'd buy it in a heartbeat if there were a paper copy, I have neither time nor interest in any sort of electronic reading device.

Derek...... take a look at lulu.com, I helped my Uncle publish his novel through there a couple of years ago and it is so,so simple and it opens up a whole new market.

Happy to help you get it there if you wish?

Thanks for the info and especially the offer, Derek.

Someone else suggested Lulu earlier on in the thread and I did a bit of investigation. However, it would appear that whilst I have it listed on Amazon Kindle I cannot publish it in paper. Yesterday I received a marketing email - I write SEO copy for Wizemail.com and subscribe to 20 or so email marketing lists for research (ideas) - from Amazon and top of the list was Both Sides of the Force. I would assume the recent PH generated activity (thanks, guys) sparked this. So now would not appear to be the time to pull it.

By the way, Derek, have a look at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-19275450

[sinizter]

Derek Smith said:

By the way, Derek, have a look at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-19275450

Hmmm ... Apparently Denver is better than Derek...

[K50 DEL]

Derek Smith said:

Someone else suggested Lulu earlier on in the thread and I did a bit of investigation. However, it would appear that whilst I have it listed on Amazon Kindle I cannot publish it in paper.

Derek, not sure where you found that info, I've just looked at the Lulu support forums and there are lots of people listing on both.... maybe worth another look?

As for the name thing, I'd not seen that before so thanks!

[julianc]

Derek Smith said:

Yesterday I received a marketing email - I write SEO copy for Wizemail.com and subscribe to 20 or so email marketing lists for research (ideas) - from Amazon and top of the list was Both Sides of the Force.

Great news, but no more than you deserve, Derek - you put the work into it.

[RtdRacer]

ZOLLAR said:

Downloaded kindle for iphone just over an hour ago so that I could read, good so far apart from having a shower I've done nothing but read it!

A shower? I didn't know it was *that* sort of book? Fifty shades of blue...

[The Highway Man]

For those without a kindle who want to read Derek's book, here is a link to the app that lets you read it on your PC.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/feature.html/ref=kcp_pc...

[Derek Smith]

The Highway Man said:

For those without a kindle who want to read Derek's book, here is a link to the app that lets you read it on your PC.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/feature.html/ref=kcp_pc...

Thanks for that.

Or, or, you could PM me for a .pdf.

[RDB]

This was my first Kindle purchase (read on iPad) and I finished it in 3 evenings. Really glad I took the plunge - it's very well written and I couldn't put it down.

[wendyg]

Finished the book a couple of days ago and did enjoy it. I must admit I was horrified by the level of corruption in the Police Service, and had to keep reminding myself that much of this was 30-40 years ago (sorry Derek, if that makes you old).

[IainT]

Just finished this too and it's testament to the quality of writing that the feeling of helplessness and frustration come across strongly in the final few chapters.

I found myself getting angry on your behalf just reading it but can't really imagine what it must have been like to experience it first hand.

Well written Derek!

[Derek Smith]

Paddy_N_Murphy said:

Bump.

Been reading it on the beach today, and enjoying it. Kindle says I am about 57% through and the cynicism is starting to really show !
Certainly some good quick witted stuff I love ("peas of a knife" etc)

Thanks for the comment. Glad you are enjoying it. I was only 20% through my service when cynicism began to set in.

Whereabouts are you?

[wildcat45]

Derek, I'm sure you must have another book in you. There must have been loads of other things worthy of jotting down.

Loved it by the way. My old man was a Fleet Street journalist and took me around some of the places (pubs) that you mention.

[PaulV]

Thank you for your tales, I hope there may be a few more published at some point.

[Ray Luxury-Yacht]

Ooh, I'd love to read this, but I don't have (or have any inclination to buy) a Kindle.

If I buy it and download it to my PC, is there any way I can read it on my computer instead?

[oldsoak]

Ray Luxury-Yacht said:

Ooh, I'd love to read this, but I don't have (or have any inclination to buy) a Kindle.

If I buy it and download it to my PC, is there any way I can read it on my computer instead?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/feature.html/ref=kcp_pc_mkt_lnd?docId=1000423913

[Ray Luxury-Yacht]

oldsoak said:

Ray Luxury-Yacht said:

Ooh, I'd love to read this, but I don't have (or have any inclination to buy) a Kindle.

If I buy it and download it to my PC, is there any way I can read it on my computer instead?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/feature.html/ref=kcp_pc_mkt_lnd?docId=1000423913

Nice, ta!

[Oldred_V8S]

Got Kindle for iPad but still cannot seem to purchase off Amazon, it is looking for a bl00dy kindle

[Oldred_V8S]

Paddy_N_Murphy said:

Oldred_V8S said:

Got Kindle for iPad but still cannot seem to purchase off Amazon, it is looking for a bl00dy kindle

Every cloud has a silver lining

Ipads are good - but Kindles rule for reading.
Buy the cheapest one they do.

Sussed it now. Just needed the Kindle for Mac app rather than just the Kindle for iPad.

[Ledaig]

Just finished this - bloody excellent.

without trawling the whole thread, was it ever made available in pdf?

I would like my Dad to read this (ex-copper) but a Kindle etc is too much for him (well it's different isn't it? ).

[Derek Smith]

Ledaig said:

Just finished this - bloody excellent.

without trawling the whole thread, was it ever made available in pdf?

I would like my Dad to read this (ex-copper) but a Kindle etc is too much for him (well it's different isn't it? ).

YHM.

And thanks for the very nice words.

Where did your father police?