. . . . . entries for 19.4.03 . . . . .
Oh yeah! I almost forgot. A crazy British publishing company wants to put one of my poems into print over there. o.O Mad, isn't it? I was reading Cassie's blog and her talking about becoming an aesthetics professor reminded me of it. Okay. So here's the letter they sent me.
Noble House Paris
Centre MBE
2 Bis Avenue Durante
06000 Nice
France
Noble House New York
Empire State Building
Suite 3304-19Q
New York, NY 10118
Office of the Publisher
Poetry Division
London, U.K.
15 April, 2003
Dear Erin,
As you may know, Noble House is one of the world’s foremost publishers
of fiction and nonfiction works by new and established authors. Our poetry
division in the U.K. has had the honour of publishing the poetry of more
than 800 poets over the past twelve years.
Recently I had the pleasure of reading the poetry that you have
had published in the United States. I congratulate you on this grand endeavour,
and propose to you that your singular talent and vision deserves appropriate recognition
in Europe as well.
For this reason, I have posted this letter to request your permission
to include one of your favourite poems in
Theatre of the Mind
- a new poetry edition that is being published in the U.K. by Noble House and slated for
worldwide distribution, a collection of poetry that is perhaps
unlike any you have ever seen, one where each poem is
featured on its own page, and one whose quality is reminiscent of the
finest 19th century antique poetry books.
Hearken back, if you will, to the days of Emily Dickinson, Alfred Lord Tennyson,
Elizabeth Barrett Browning and William Wordsworth, the age of grand
bookmaking. Poetry editions were some of the most highly prized volumes because of
their intimate attention to detail, quality typography, fine ivory laid paper,
and colourful ornate covers. Erin, for this Edition, we've returned to the traditional size,
style, and quality of these classic 19th century antique poetry books.
Scheduled for release in early Summer 2003,
Theatre of the Mind
will surely become one of your most treasured keepsakes. Your publication in this
edition will establish you as an international author and afford you the respect
and admiration attendant to such an honour. International Copyright notice for your poetic artistry will, of course, be
in your name, assuring that you will retain worldwide rights to your work of art.
Best of all, should you decide to obtain a copy of the edition for your personal
library, or as a wonderful personalised gift (you are, naturally, under no obligation
to purchase a copy, notwithstanding the publication of your work in this edition), as
you proudly turn its pages you’ll find it one of the best values on the book market
today. At only £28.95 (U.S. $45.55) for a hardbound, 225-page edition printed in two colours on
ivory laid vellum, with a highly detailed, finely crafted, ornate cover, and a single
poem to a page, this Edition promises to exceed your expectations, and will enjoy pride of place in your home. In fact, its
quality is guaranteed. If for any reason you are dissatisfied, your money will be completely refunded in U.S.
dollars with proper dispatch.
Erin, you may also wish to consider giving the public some insight about you
and your artistry for this poetic showcase . perhaps the meaning behind your poem,
or your own philosophical perspective. Because an entire page in the book is
devoted to honouring your poetry, we can feature this additional material about you and your poetry on the recto
leaf opposite your poem (you will thus have two full pages devoted to you and your artistry).
Erin, may we have permission to publish your work in the United Kingdom? Regardless of
whether you purchase a copy or not, the international public deserves to see more
of your artistic talent. You may
submit your poem
and biographical information,
and give us permission all within the confines of the next page. And if you are inclined to order a copy of
Theatre of the Mind,
you may also do so at the same time.
Sincerely,
Nigel Hillary
Publisher,
Poetry Division
Noble House U.K.
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turtles! turtles! by araglas
(heavily modified by yours truly)