[Maryann Corbett]

Apologies if you feel you've already been bombarded enough on Facebook

Actual copies of my first book, Breath Control, are on UPS trucks and are supposed to get to me by next Monday. This is the one that will be represented on the first book panel at West Chester this summer.

I think most of you all know already what a huge part you played in the development of the poems in this book. Eratosphere gets specifically thanked on the acknowledgments page!

So, although the book is available on Amazon, Barnes&Noble, Foyles, and heaven knows where else, I would get an enormous kick out of giving y'all a better deal than they do. I think that $15 total will do that. So if you'd like to have a signed copy, and you hang around here, send me a PM.

If you're NOT already suffering information overload about the book, go here to learn more:maryanncorbett.com

And thank you all again, very much, very sincerely.

[Nicholas F.]

Maryann,

Congrats, and thanks for keeping us updated. I'll definitely want a signed copy.

Nick

[Andrew Frisardi]

It's news to me, Maryann, although I did know the book was coming soon. And what wonderful news it is. Heartfelt congratulations!

[Susan d.S.]

Fantastic news, Maryann, cannot wait to read it. Susan

[Cally Conan-Davies]

Sign me up for a signed one, too! This is a joyful event.

And it's such a great title, Maryann, for a book of formal poetry! I am so eager to hold this collection in my hands.

And, really, we are the ones who should be thanking you for everything you've done here for us over the years. I wouldn't be here without you. So, with gratitude and huge anticipation...

Cally

[Susan McLean]

I want a signed copy, Maryann. I really enjoyed both of your chapbooks. The cover is lovely.

Susan

[David Anthony]

Delighted to hear this, Maryann.
I bought my copy from Amazon UK. I'll get you to sign it at West Chester.
Best,
David

[Maryann Corbett]

David, thanks for alerting me that the book is on amazon.co.uk! I didn't think it would be there yet. That might be the better arrangement for UK and Europe-based Sphereans. (I've gone in and added a cover photo to the page, since it didn't have one yet.)

And thanks, everyone, for the kind words and the enthusiasm. I'll PM you if I don't get PMs from you, and we'll get all this sorted out.

[Mary Meriam]

Such amazing blurbs, Maryann. Congratulations! I'd just read this today Parnassus blog about blurbs - there is no trouble with yours!

[Charlotte Innes]

Huge congrats, Maryann. Yes, sign me up! Will you be selling them at West Chester? Or sending them out before then?

Charlotte

PS: Mary, thanks for the link on blurbs! So true...