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Don't Keep it 100!

My debut novel, Columbia, is available for pre-order now on Publishizer.

The pre-order campaign lasts thirty days, and during that time, I am going to use my blog to post responses to frequently asked questions about the book, its inspiration and its development.

Please click SUBSCRIBE on the campaign page to get updates sent automatically about each new post.

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Day Three - DON'T Keep it 100!


Wilt Chamberlain celebrates his 100-point game.Photo by Paul Vathis of Associated Press
I had planned to re-create the iconic Wilt Chamberlain 100-point game photo when Columbia hit 100 pre-orders. But, I did not have time! Last night, the book hit 100 and sailed on past. As of this morning the book has more than 125 pre-orders on Publishizer.

THANK YOU for helping me send the message to publishers that there is a market for this book and for a series about a spy who represents the best of America's diversity.

The top-selling thriller title in Publishizer's history sold 434 copies, so you know where this is headed: the goal is to break 500!

If you have already ordered the book, thank you. If you have been meaning to order, please take a minute to click through the checkout today. And if this is the first time you have been exposed to Columbia, welcome! All of the info you need is at: https://pszr.co/rLFfm.

Back tomorrow with another FAQ about the novel!

JAW
Davidson, NC, US
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