Marketing my new book
In November, I published my second book, The Yoga Divas and Other Stories. At first, I was concerned that it wasn’t as good as Tales of the Troupe, but now people are telling me it’s even funnier and more light-hearted.
I sent copies to various fans of Tales. One day, I got a call out of the blue from my former yoga student, muse, and beautiful actress friend Victoria, who reently moved to L.A. She told me how much she was enjoying the stories.
“Glad to hear it, because I’ve had misgivings about it—I feel so exposed," I said.
“Exposed? How do you mean?”
“Well, the stories are very personal and I’m half naked on the cover.”
“Go watch that YogiRapper video again that shows the crack in your ass while you’re in Upward-Facing Dog. Then remind yourself that you’re that guy. So, get your ass in gear and start marketing it!”
The video she was referring to was “Go With the Flow.” She posted the following review of it on YouTube: “I LOVE THIS!!! Full of poetry and a special genius! My favorite ~ Keep on Rockin' and Sun Salutin' in the free world : )”
My friend Beth posted the following review on Amazon.com:
Taking on the Divas and Other Eccentric Characters
This is a delightful collection of stories. Opening with the priceless “Kundalini Awakened,” about half of the stories take on yoga, all the rage for people from all walks of life seeking maybe just physical fitness or some stretching to find spiritual enlightenment. Though often closing with an inspirational thought, these stories bore into personalities with insight and hilarity.
Then the stories go back in time, and we learn about this off-beat writer/yoga tnstructor as a child and a member of a unique family.
From there the book bangs a turn into some whacky, funny stories about the crazy situations into which this guy often stumbles. “My Mob Super” followed by “The Toxic Cookout” will have you laughing out loud. Yes, Jim Morrison, people are strange, and Dinsmoor’s piercing view of the world will reveal to you just how strange they can be.
The eollection is a stark change from Dinsmoor’s previous collection, “Tales of the Troupe.” The darkness of those stories is gone in this lighter, more upbeat collection. What the two collections share, though, is Dinsmoor’s trademark perception of character and witty comedy.
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So, it's off to the races! Ideas for marketing are welcome!
I sent copies to various fans of Tales. One day, I got a call out of the blue from my former yoga student, muse, and beautiful actress friend Victoria, who reently moved to L.A. She told me how much she was enjoying the stories.
“Glad to hear it, because I’ve had misgivings about it—I feel so exposed," I said.
“Exposed? How do you mean?”
“Well, the stories are very personal and I’m half naked on the cover.”
“Go watch that YogiRapper video again that shows the crack in your ass while you’re in Upward-Facing Dog. Then remind yourself that you’re that guy. So, get your ass in gear and start marketing it!”
The video she was referring to was “Go With the Flow.” She posted the following review of it on YouTube: “I LOVE THIS!!! Full of poetry and a special genius! My favorite ~ Keep on Rockin' and Sun Salutin' in the free world : )”
My friend Beth posted the following review on Amazon.com:
Taking on the Divas and Other Eccentric Characters
This is a delightful collection of stories. Opening with the priceless “Kundalini Awakened,” about half of the stories take on yoga, all the rage for people from all walks of life seeking maybe just physical fitness or some stretching to find spiritual enlightenment. Though often closing with an inspirational thought, these stories bore into personalities with insight and hilarity.
Then the stories go back in time, and we learn about this off-beat writer/yoga tnstructor as a child and a member of a unique family.
From there the book bangs a turn into some whacky, funny stories about the crazy situations into which this guy often stumbles. “My Mob Super” followed by “The Toxic Cookout” will have you laughing out loud. Yes, Jim Morrison, people are strange, and Dinsmoor’s piercing view of the world will reveal to you just how strange they can be.
The eollection is a stark change from Dinsmoor’s previous collection, “Tales of the Troupe.” The darkness of those stories is gone in this lighter, more upbeat collection. What the two collections share, though, is Dinsmoor’s trademark perception of character and witty comedy.
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So, it's off to the races! Ideas for marketing are welcome!
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Thanks, Lisette! Tales is a bit different--you get to read about the same characters over and over again and get to know them more than you want to . . .
Oops, deleted your post by mistake, Stuart! Glad you got The Yoga Divas and hope you enjoy it!
I have done that too, Rob. I am thrilled that I have the Yoga Divas here to read. I am looking forward to reading about your escapades.
One story I loved, which I didn't mention in my review, was the story of learning to take over your friend's paper route as a child. I just loved meeting the characters at each and every house. It was like watching a movie and the people came alive for me on the screen. Excellent writing!
I think a lot of people are going to enjoy this book every bit as much as I did. :-)
Look forward to reading TALES OF THE TROUPE, too!