Comments on: Major book milestone

By: Ken B

Ken B — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 22:12:08 +0000

I know this is an old thread, but I saw this poster and immediately thought of the BA’s book:

http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/posters/7c3e/?cpg=ab

By: Eric Hill

Eric Hill — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:05:53 +0000

Congrats on finishing the manuscript. Mark Voit is actually the person who introduced me to your first book, and your website. He was my Astronomy professor when I was a student at MSU. I’m looking forward to reading your second book.

By: BlondeReb3

BlondeReb3 — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 21:52:30 +0000

Dr. BA, can we all go to Sweden to see your Pulitzer speech, please?

By: Gary Ansorge

Gary Ansorge — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 18:37:51 +0000

Cool!

Your path to enlightenment is assured, for to enlighten others is to enlighten ourselves.

(Now, where’d I put that danged flashlight?)

Will you have a pre-purchase option for your devoted fans?

Count me in!

Gary 7

By: DrFlimmer

DrFlimmer — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 10:30:07 +0000

One small step for a man! But a giant leap for mankind!

Congratulations, I can’t wait to read it! It will be great fun to read it, of course, just like your first!

Btw: Now that you finished out the book and do a well earned “rest” – maybe you have the time to make some more episodes of “Q&BA”? I think I am not the only one here wishing that! Maybe you can think about that, too!

By: bassmanpete

bassmanpete — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 09:43:20 +0000

Congratulations, but don’t get complacent yet. I think it was Mario Puzo who said “The secret of writing a good book is in the re-writing!” Not his exact words but the closest I can recall. And, it seems, he rewrote large parts of his books not just once or twice but many times.

By: Jeff Fite

Jeff Fite — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 08:10:08 +0000

Bravo!

I saw you give your “Mars Attacks” talk to the Sacramento Valley Astronomical Society a few years ago. I was the guy in the eighth row, muttering furiously because I forgot to bring my copy of your book for an autograph!

So, I’ll buy two copies of “Death From the Skies;” one to read, and one to get signed, someday.

Congratulations, and many happy returns.

By: aReddishGreen

aReddishGreen — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 01:47:39 +0000

Congrats Phil! I second Jamie’s idea to get back to those Q and BA videos!

By: Wolvens

Wolvens — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 01:47:13 +0000

Congratulations BA. Eagerly awaiting it.

By: Jennifer Ouellette

Jennifer Ouellette — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 01:30:52 +0000

Congratulations! now the real fun begins! Personally, I’ve always enjoyed the revising stage of a book manuscript. Not that I’m into pain or anything, it’s just fun to watch it all come together… Can’t wait to see the cover art!

By: Thomas Siefert

Thomas Siefert — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 01:28:23 +0000

“Too long” should not be a problem, I’m sure it will be the “Pulp Fiction” of science books then.

Just remember: With every mathematical formula you will loose half your laymen readers and with every bible quote you will loose half your science readers.

By: New Book Announcement - Bad Astronomy and Universe Today Forum

New Book Announcement - Bad Astronomy and Universe Today Forum — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 01:09:33 +0000

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By: Jack Hagerty

Jack Hagerty — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 00:41:19 +0000

Yes, congratulations, but I’m insanely jealous! First, that you have an income situation (whatever it is) that lets you write full time, and second, that you’ve finished your M/S. I’m sort of at that point with “The Saucer Fleet”, but my publisher “lets” me do the basic formatting and illustrations before I submit it for the edits. At least I have until March for that.

- Jack

By: Ibrahim

Ibrahim — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 23:47:08 +0000

Congrats! Wait…

This just in! Climate Audit’s Steve McIntyre is now in the running for a Pulitzer!

…Jus’ joshin

By: Jamie

Jamie — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 22:35:27 +0000

So does that mean that maybe one of the things on your list is Q and BA???? I really miss those! I have been patiently waiting for you to finish your book…..

By: Tim G

Tim G — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 22:11:52 +0000

Enjoy your time off!

I look forward to reading it.

By: Chip

Chip — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 22:07:40 +0000

Bravo Phil! I can’t wait for the first edition.

BTW – I know what you’re saying about tech/science editors. I’m friends with a retired science editor, (his last job was with Encyclopedia Britannica.) He knows so much, that when he doesn’t know, he knows who does.

P.S. – Don’t forget to check the Larry King UFO Woofest tonight on CNN for fun. (or frustration – sigh.)

By: Ian B Gibson

Ian B Gibson — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 21:50:22 +0000

If only you were writing a book on philosophy rather than astronomy – then it could never be too long.

By: KaiYeves

KaiYeves — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 21:41:57 +0000

You rock! To celebrate, you can catch the Immersion Presents SeaCAMEL broadcasts on the 12th at http://www.immersionpresents.com
Deep sea can be just as cool as deep sky.

By: Rob

Rob — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 21:37:48 +0000

Congratulations. Is it too early to put it on my 2008 Christmas list?

By: buffalodavid

buffalodavid — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 21:23:41 +0000

Cheers to you and your work.And I still promise to buy three copies.

By: The Centipede

The Centipede — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 21:06:44 +0000

Congratulations are in order on two accounts, then, Doctor. Not only are you past the first post for your new book, but you done won*!

* (But only if you can share. Just like in kindergarten, sharing is good.)

By: rich (richmanwisco)

rich (richmanwisco) — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 20:57:06 +0000

I’m quite looking forward to seeing the final product. Best wishes to getting it done the way you want to see it done.

By: Brando

Brando — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 20:50:34 +0000

Hey Phil, let me know if you need any galactically evil CG illustrations for your book! I’ve always wanted to contribute something to science besides bad sci-fi films

By: Kevin

Kevin — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 20:50:08 +0000

You book can’t be too long!!! I refuse to believe it.

You tell your “editors” and “publishers” that your audience demands the longest book you can write!