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My book “Decoding Air Travel,” which has sold hundreds of paperback copies so far online, is now available as a Kindle eBook on Amazon. Given the growing number of readers, I’ve decided to form a virtual Book Club to discuss various subjects covered in “Decoding” and share reader experiences affected by the book.
Amazon is offering the Kindle eBook on its U.S., British and German sites, priced in their respective currencies. The paperback version can be purchased only online in the United States and Canada for the time being, and will be available in bookstores as early as next month.
Although the paperback version is not being sold outside North America at this time, it appears that certain people are trying to make an easy profit by selling it on Amazon’s British and German sites at much higher prices than the U.S. list price. For example, someone has listed a “used” copy on Amazon.co.uk for GBP42, which is more than $67 — Amazon.com is selling new copies for about $28. I’m glad they think the original price doesn’t do justice to the book’s value. Perhaps I should consider making it more expensive.
The “Decoding Air Travel” Book Club will be an open forum via teleconference for anyone who has read the book and has questions for me or fellow travelers — or just wants to share thoughts and experiences related to any of the topics covered in the book. The virtual club meetings won’t be lectures or webinars, but lively and useful discussions.
We’ll begin on a Saturday, but for those who prefer a weekday, we’ll have another meeting later in August, depending on interest. Hopefully, those gatherings will become regular occurrences. If you are interested in participating, send me a message to reserve a spot and receive instructions on how to join the teleconference.
Finally, thanks to the nearly 250 people who have been part of my book tour in five cities so far. I’m taking a month-long break from touring and will be back on the road in late August. There are at least 15 more cities on the calendar.
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Just finished the book — some things I knew, but the things I learned made a big difference on how I research airfares. I recently subscribed to Expert Flyer — this is a great tool — and the tip on Aegean Airlines was sweet (I won’t spoil it for those who didn’t read page 208). All in all, for anyone wanting to make an investment in this hobby (addiction is more like it), definitely a must-read book. Also interested in volunteering for your foundation. Send info when time allows. Great book, thanks so much.