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November 11, 2011 - Fresno, CA

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Mimi's Cafe, Fresno, CA I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


October 18 – Redwood City, CA

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


October 17 – Maxe's, Palo Alto

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 18 – Birmingham, Alabama

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 17 – Cullman, Alabama

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 16 – Prattville, Alabama

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 16 – Pelham, Florida

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 15 – Crystal River, Florida

 

A Private reception at a home - Crystal River, Florida. I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 14 – Ocala, Florida

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 13 – Highjackers, Flagler Beach, Florida

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 12 - Palm Coast, Florida

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 11 – Georgia

 

I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story.


September 10 - South Carolina

 

Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with my standard questions: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions.


September 9 – MCCN museum – Triangle, Virginia

 

Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions.


September 8 – Dumfries, Virginia

 

This was becoming a standard pattern of the talks on this book and Tim’s writing. Question and answer sessions either followed the talk or were at the beginning. Here it was at the end with a small group at a Dumfries restaurant.


September 7 – Washington, PA

 

At a Days Inn small conference room – Washington, Pennsylvania............... Business cards with contact information were given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


September 5 – Kent State University, Kent, Ohio

 

After a tour of the University campus, at some point, I ran out of Bookmarks. This was planned. I was switching to handing out business cards with the same information of contact information and availability sites. I opened my remarks with question to the audience as usual. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


September 4 – Canton Public Library, Canton, Ohio

 

I was allowed to present there. Bookmarks with contact information were given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


September 2 - Tallmadge, Ohio

 

This was a gathering of interested parties at a private residence. Bookmarks with contact information were given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


August 31 – Hudson News, FAT, LAX, -O’Hara Chicago

 

Bookmarks with contact information were given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ioad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


August 9 – Oxford Suites Hotel, Pismo, CA

 

During “happy hour” I was allowed to present there. Bookmarks with contact information were given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


August – San Luis Obispo - El Corral Bookstore

 

Bookmarks with contact information given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


July 23 – Buena Vista Hotel – Avalon, Catalina

 

Bookmarks with contact information given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


July 21 – The Getty Museum

 

Bookmarks with contact information given there, with a talk to certain staff on “The Doc” novel and story. I opened my remarks with question to the audience. These questions were: “Do you read ebooks?” “Do you have a Kindle?” “Do you have a Nook reader?” “Do you have any other type of reader product like, an ipad, iphone, or notebook?” Thus the discussion ensues about the format, different versions and the availability of “The Doc” in PDF version from the publisher for less than Kindle and Nook versions. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


March 13 – Miramar Aviation Museum

 

I gave a brief talk on the synopsis which focused on the premise of the story. Samples on a CD PDF text were available. I signed bookmarks with the cover and contact sites listed on them. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


March 12 – San Diego

 

A second presentation was made to a group at the MCCS Officer’s Club. Similarly, I gave a brief talk on ebook readers, Kindle, Nook, ipad, iphone, notebook, and the PDF version. Availability from the publisher was discussed and also the availability from Amazon.com discussed. A brief synopsis was told and samples on a CD PDF text were available. I signed bookmarks with the cover and contact sites listed on them. Question and answer sessions followed the talk.


March 11 – Miramar Inn MCCS Lodge

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This was the first of talks given in various California locations – as convenient. A presentation was made to a group of Sons of Confederate Veterans organization. Tim gave a brief talk on ebook readers, Kindle, Nook, ipad, iphone, notebook, and the PDF version. Availability from the publisher was discussed and also the availability from Amazon.com discussed. A brief synopsis was told and samples on a CD PDF text were available. Tim signed bookmarks with the cover and contact sites listed on them. Question and answer sessions followed the talk. With one or two exceptions all talks had Tim's 2 x 3 feet sized glossy book cover poster mounted on foamboard as a visual.


November 18, 2010

 

Civil War Round Table meeting - Denny’s Restaurant – Shaw-Willow, Fresno, CA.............. On the invitation from Civil War Round Table President David Davenport I made a presentation in a small conference room. There was a group of twenty-five to thirty Civil War Round Table members and a few Sons of Confederate Veterans members from SCV Camp 1804. After I set up an easel with my large, glossy 2 x 3 foot book cover poster, I opened with the general synopsis without giving away too much of the story. I emphasized the Civil War reenactor involvement of the two secondary characters, and the connection with the main character Dr. Hank Houston. The talk was well received and I handed out bookmarks and the half-sheet flyer with availability sites and contact information.


Novemebr 4, 2010

 

Today the new novel and ebook THE DOC was released by the publisher XOXO Publishing. A great day.

March 2011

Promotions for THE DOC novel begin in central California and other cities in California.

 
August 31, 2011

This begins ............ what is considered as – “Tim’s September 2011 book tour.”

 
November 4, 2010

HUGE! THE DOC novel released today!