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Originally Posted by AmeliaG
Kickstarter is one of those internet things which turns business models inside-out, so I don't really know how many copies it will be until closer to the end of the funding period. In addition to consumer copies, I'll be sending copies to Rolling Stone and Tattoo Savage and every other magazine like that I've worked for over the years, so that should increase useful exposure for related adverts.
I'm contemplating doing an ebook version for distro as well, which will of course include all advert pages. I've had previous projects go through iTunes and Nook and Kobo and all, but this one is kind of a different sort of thing. Do you think the ebook thing makes sense?
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Honestly, I am not knowledgeable about such things. I'm strictly a net guy here (for now anyway, so inspire me).
At first guess, I would say delay online release and do two press junkets and promo periods (more PR, and hopefully move the print version while it is hot via your first PR wave - killer teaser/video on the site which will later host the entire version online, etc).
Many people like to collect print copies of such books, either to commemorate a time, or cuz it is just kickass to pick-up and hold in their hands (I'm old fashioned that way).
Anyway, I would consult with Dave Perry, Christine Kessler, Perry Gallagher, or one of the established hardcover fetish photographers, and see what they have to say. I would imagine they are fairly approachable, and may be happy to point you in the right direction based upon their experience (met some of them and they were cool people, and openly shared tips and advice - I love to fucking ask questions).
I know I have friends that do wedding photography that get killer deals on incredible bound books printed on nice paper.
The ebook concept sounds like a viable channel too. Low overhead either way.
Well, again, good luck, and can't wait to see the fruits of your labor...
<insert Plan 9 video here>
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