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TTW came out before e-books were all the rage. It's possible there was nothing in the original contract about it. So to do a Kindle edition, there had to be a new negotiation and she said 'no' for the various silly reasons given. I think Chris has it right that it was part of the contract for the new book and she either couldn't get them to take it out, or didn't even realize it was there.
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« Reply #151 on: September 07, 2009, 07:37:35 AM » |
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I refuse to buy the traditional book or see the movie even though I'd like to...I took my stand!  I would love to reread the book. Unless it comes out on Kindle I will not read it. I may see the movie but not till it comes out on Cable. |
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« Reply #152 on: September 07, 2009, 01:08:07 PM » |
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I broke down and went to see the movie last week, just like I broke down and bought the DTB. I went with another friend who read the book a while ago. We both enjoyed it, despite the fact that I haven't heard very many good reviews. I'm debating whether to buy her new book on kindle now.
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« Reply #153 on: September 09, 2009, 12:19:55 PM » |
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I'm wondering if we should write her and point out the hypocrisy of her earlier statements based on this? Seeing her latest book available for pre-order on the Kindle when one of my favorite books of all time is not, and for reasons which make even less sense given this turn of events, really pisses me off. |
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« Reply #154 on: September 09, 2009, 01:10:29 PM » |
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At first she said something (see earlier in the thread) about loosing out on money with people getting free copies online. Then in answer to another email request she said she didn't approve of electronic books for she loved the smell and feel of an actual book in her hand...blablabla. I guess she doesn't mind the money coming from a movie made from her book...or the sight and smell of movie popcorn?
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« Reply #155 on: September 09, 2009, 06:01:43 PM » |
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I bet she loves the feel and smell of cash more!! I bet she had no choice... |
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« Reply #156 on: September 09, 2009, 07:03:11 PM » |
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« Reply #157 on: September 09, 2009, 08:26:44 PM » |
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I'm wondering if we should write her and point out the hypocrisy of her earlier statements based on this? Seeing her latest book available for pre-order on the Kindle when one of my favorite books of all time is not, and for reasons which make even less sense given this turn of events, really pisses me off.
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« Reply #158 on: October 13, 2009, 02:54:39 PM » |
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Last weekend, I broke down and finally bought the book -- from the used bookstore. I would have loved to have bought a Kindle edition, and then the author would get a royalty from my purchase. I think her original "excuse" for not offering this book electronically is rather short-sighted in the long run.
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« Reply #159 on: November 01, 2009, 01:24:19 PM » |
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Audrey Niffeneger will be at the Borders in Bailey's Crossroads tomorrow evening at 7:30. Reading and signing her new book -- ( Her Fearful Symmetry)-- which IS available on Kindle. Any DC local folks want to show up en masse with our Kindles.  If I go I'll probably bring, also, my copy of The Time Traverler's Wife which I have in paper and have her sign that. |
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« Reply #160 on: June 06, 2011, 05:49:20 PM » |
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Audrey Niffeneger will be at the Borders in Bailey's Crossroads tomorrow evening at 7:30. Reading and signing her new book -- ( Her Fearful Symmetry)-- which IS available on Kindle. Any DC local folks want to show up en masse with our Kindles. If I go I'll probably bring, also, my copy of The Time Traverler's Wife which I have in paper and have her sign that. So did you get your books signed? I would love it if this book was available for Kindle. The DTV is quite thick and kind of annoying carrying around. It's definitely something I'd love to re-read but only if it was on Kindle. Especially with hyperhydrosis, I don't want to have to carry around that big book to re-read it because it's so uncomfortable. |
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« Reply #161 on: June 06, 2011, 06:13:26 PM » |
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« Reply #162 on: June 06, 2011, 06:57:12 PM » |
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I loved the book. I may be a guy, but the ending of the book left me devastated and weeping. Yeah, I am man enough to admit I wept...or maybe I am just stupid enough...
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« Reply #163 on: June 07, 2011, 01:55:28 PM » |
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The book is amazing. It was definitely one of my favorite books of all time. Although the movie was okay, it didn't live up to the book. The best thing the movie had going for it was Rachel McAdams, who fit Claire's character perfectly. I highly recommend everyone to read the book whether you've seen the movie or not; the book is so much different.
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« Reply #164 on: June 07, 2011, 02:10:14 PM » |
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I reallly really loved this book. didn't see the movie. the book actually made me tear up. I DON't tear up. grin
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« Reply #165 on: June 08, 2011, 02:46:25 AM » |
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I reallly really loved this book. didn't see the movie. the book actually made me tear up. I DON't tear up. grin
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« Reply #166 on: June 08, 2011, 04:20:47 AM » |
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I absolutely loved the story. It was terrific writing, and I simply couldn't stop reading - but it didn't end the way I wanted. Has anyone else ever have that happen to them?
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« Reply #167 on: June 08, 2011, 10:54:16 AM » |
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I started this book awhile ago and got so confused I put it down.
But... I did read "Her fearful symmetry" by the same author and it was AMAZING!
When we got an opportunity to go to London last April I made a point to go to Highgate Cemetery. It was just as I imagined. Overgrown and huge!
I high recommend this book.
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