The Collectible Andy Weir

[wolfehr]

I know he only has one book, but he seems to be a popular author here amongst those that have read The Martian and there are two (that I know of) collectible editions of the book and a movie due out this fall. With that said, here's my Andy Weir collection so far. I also have a lettered and limited edition on preorder from SP; will add pictures of those when the eventually arrive.

http://i.imgur.com/PHoDr6s.jpg

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[Joe315]

Here are my two copies. I have an S/L coming from subpress as well.

http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/rodman109110/Mobile%20Uploads/60B6C82A-16B1-4DF2-AF3D-9F9763991530_zpsvi1enmln.jpg
http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/rodman109110/Mobile%20Uploads/E3840E43-FC6A-4F1B-9D3C-B0CF5FB88AD0_zpssdbqk9aj.jpghttp://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/rodman109110/image_zpsme1xg19c.jpeghttp://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/rodman109110/image_zpsljakboui.jpeg

[wolfehr]

Love the books Joe!

Unrelated, but I think this is the original PDF Andy Weir released when fans were asking for something they could put on an eReader. I haven't read it, so not sure how much it differs (if at all) from the published book. Thought I'd share in case anyone was looking for a copy.

http://www.misterswift.com/iSTEM/The_Martian_files/The%20Martian%20-%20Andy%20Weir.pdf

[Joe315]

Thanks. I almost bought the self published version way back when. Wish I had now.

[cit74]

Nice books. I just have a s/l coming from sub press. Gotta thank Shac for letting me know Andy will be out west later in the year - October 29th - right around the movie release. It's only a short 110 minute drive - but I've already taken the day off (and the next day) - already called and placed an rsvp. Also managed to get an unsigned 1/1 - on its way. So I'm psyched that I'll get to meet him and have my book signed. I've tried to get the UK s/n - but too late on that train.

[wolfehr]

Nice books. I just have a s/l coming from sub press. Gotta thank Shac for letting me know Andy will be out west later in the year - October 29th - right around the movie release. It's only a short 110 minute drive - but I've already taken the day off (and the next day) - already called and placed an rsvp. Also managed to get an unsigned 1/1 - on its way. So I'm psyched that I'll get to meet him and have my book signed. I've tried to get the UK s/n - but too late on that train.

Very jealous! That sounds like it's going to be a great time. I just subscribed to his newsletter; hopefully he'll come out to NYC sometime soon :)

[cit74]

Nice books. I just have a s/l coming from sub press. Gotta thank Shac for letting me know Andy will be out west later in the year - October 29th - right around the movie release. It's only a short 110 minute drive - but I've already taken the day off (and the next day) - already called and placed an rsvp. Also managed to get an unsigned 1/1 - on its way. So I'm psyched that I'll get to meet him and have my book signed. I've tried to get the UK s/n - but too late on that train.

Very jealous! That sounds like it's going to be a great time. I just subscribed to his newsletter; hopefully he'll come out to NYC sometime soon :)

I subscribed to same newsletter:

http://www.andyweirauthor.com/events

Looks like only 3 events listed for this year and 1 early next. Also he seems to be pretty active on his Facebook page. Although I hate most forms of social media and stay off the "look at me sites" - see what I've been dong, does that make you feel any better or worse about your life? Come on let's be friends...sorry don't know what got into me (yes I do).

[Lauterer]

Its still on my 1/1 signed wish list... Nice book! A must read!

[Lurker]

I have the US first
http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/Martian%20first_zpsbdyx6cgo.jpg

and the preview movie poster
http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac54/ICONfan/Martian%20Movie_zpsa0otbz54.jpg

[sharki69]

Very nice books everyone.

Here is my collection - all SIGNED. First U.S. trade, U.S. proof, UK limited

And of course the Hebrew edition...

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo111/sharki69/EA9E2743-AF68-43B8-9A02-A9E9E14FA92E.jpg (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/sharki69/media/EA9E2743-AF68-43B8-9A02-A9E9E14FA92E.jpg.html)

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo111/sharki69/DE92EC83-7B9B-4A91-8E4E-9CE248C9B1D9.jpg (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/sharki69/media/DE92EC83-7B9B-4A91-8E4E-9CE248C9B1D9.jpg.html)

[RC65]

I have the signed/limited UK HC.

[wordslingers]

Very nice books everyone.

Here is my collection - all SIGNED. First U.S. trade, U.S. proof, UK limited

And of course the Hebrew edition...

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo111/sharki69/EA9E2743-AF68-43B8-9A02-A9E9E14FA92E.jpg (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/sharki69/media/EA9E2743-AF68-43B8-9A02-A9E9E14FA92E.jpg.html)

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo111/sharki69/DE92EC83-7B9B-4A91-8E4E-9CE248C9B1D9.jpg (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/sharki69/media/DE92EC83-7B9B-4A91-8E4E-9CE248C9B1D9.jpg.html)

Woah, I really like the Hebrew cover!!

[Lauterer]

If i buy a new UK edition now, what ~ is the actual printrun? Thanks!

[Lauterer]

Ordered the s/l from subterrean yesterday. I thought they were already sold?

[wolfehr]

Ordered the s/l from subterrean yesterday. I thought they were already sold?

The lettered edition sold out almost instantly, but as you saw, the s/l is still available. They released the cover the other day.

http://subterraneanpress.com/uploads/The_Martian_by_Andy_Weir.jpg

[Lauterer]

I though the s/l also was sold days after gone online. So i was happy to get one yesterday. probably i just was blind before ;-)

[cit74]

heres a link to one of the signing events in los gatos - near end of October:

http://villagehouseofbooks.com

[webstar1000]

How good is this book guys out of 10?

[Ben Staad]

5 to 6...I believe I am in the minority on this one though.


How good is this book guys out of 10?

[webstar1000]

5 to 6...I believe I am in the minority on this one though.


How good is this book guys out of 10?

And here is why I tend to believe that score... The book/ movie feels like you can tell what is going to happen from start to finish.... No surprises or twists... I could be wrong but that's what I see... Hence why I asked.

[Joe315]

5 to 6...I believe I am in the minority on this one though.


How good is this book guys out of 10?

And here is why I tend to believe that score... The book/ movie feels like you can tell what is going to happen from start to finish.... No surprises or twists... I could be wrong but that's what I see... Hence why I asked.

I enjoyed it quite a bit. I'd say 8/10.

[Kingfan24]

Tough book to read if you aren't science/math minded. 6/10.

[sharki69]

Tough book to read if you aren't science/math minded. 6/10.

Agree, but I can see how the movie becomes blockbuster

[zelig]

I finally started reading it. I've been slightly bored by all the highly detailed technical explanations. But I'm getting through it and will pass final judgement when I'm done.

[Ben Staad]

I will say I did enjoy it in a way. The book however was similar to watching Macgyver. My biggest issue was most off the characters had the same voice. They all sounded and shared too many similarities with the protagonist.


Tough book to read if you aren't science/math minded. 6/10.

[webstar1000]

I think I am going to pass on this. Concentrate on some Dan Simmons! Thanks all for your kind help!

[ELazansky]

I give it a 9. I loved all of the technical discussions of figuring out how to try to survive. The book had no fluff, no unnecessary romances, etc. I guess having a math background made it more enjoyable for me. And I think Matt Damon is a perfect choice for the movie. He's gonna be great.

[Br!an]

Love the books Joe!

Unrelated, but I think this is the original PDF Andy Weir released when fans were asking for something they could put on an eReader. I haven't read it, so not sure how much it differs (if at all) from the published book. Thought I'd share in case anyone was looking for a copy.

http://www.misterswift.com/iSTEM/The_Martian_files/The%20Martian%20-%20Andy%20Weir.pdf

Thanks for that. I can convert that PDF file to epub and read it on my Nook.

I ordered the S/L on the strength of opinion from members here. I've only found the book in stores in Large Print format and way later paperback printings.

[sharki69]

First Hebrew Martian signed :)

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo111/sharki69/761BE0AA-A1AE-49B1-9DED-EE2AC068A8A3.jpg (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/sharki69/media/761BE0AA-A1AE-49B1-9DED-EE2AC068A8A3.jpg.html)

[cit74]

Very cool -

[zelig]

I like the cover. Congrats Shac.

[sharki69]

So, how is the movie ????

[Lookwhoitis]

So, how is the movie ????

I enjoyed it. I think it will be a hit.

Science is significantly "dumbed down" to make it more accessible to the average audience goer. I am very glad I read the book before the film. (because I really enjoyed the science)

[cit74]

So, how is the movie ????

I enjoyed it. I think it will be a hit.

Science is significantly "dumbed down" to make it more accessible to the average audience goer. I am very glad I read the book before the film. (because I really enjoyed the science)

I agree - reading the book first was definitely better - put things in a lot better context; you felt his struggle a lot more throughout the book - and they had to take out several important aspects (at least in the book - but I saw the necessity to help the movie flow). The movie was enjoyable - I just liked the book a lot more.

[Br!an]

I'm reading it right now. I always prefer to read the book first.

I like it. I like science and math and figuring things out.

I think I'll see the movie next week.

[goheat]

Nice! Congratulations, Shac!

[Booknutt]

Finished The Martian last night. I really enjoyed it the Math and science didn't bother me. As long as I don't have to solve equations that doesn't bother me.

Now just have to track down a first for cheap.

[George at C-Springs]

Look what came in today!

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20151023_202526.jpg http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20151023_202546.jpg

[RC65]

If I didn't have the earlier signed/limited -- the UK HC -- I'd be all over that one. Looks like the usual slick, beautiful Sub Press job.

[Br!an]

I received my shipping notice. Mine will probably be here on Monday. :rock:

[becca69]

Look what came in today!

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20151023_202526.jpg http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20151023_202546.jpg

I got mine today. I would have liked an interior illustration (aside from the map).

[sharki69]

Subpress has another 28 copies of The Martian S/L in case you missed it. It was "sold out" until today....

[richardsrarebooks]

thanks for the tip. just purchased two copies.

[Patrick]

Looking forward to getting together with a few TDT.org friends and seeing Andy Weir tomorrow night!

[Patrick]

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/Books%20II/DE501F52-F174-4582-AB3C-A1DFEE73E72B_zps5zvpuhje.jpg

Left to right:
#362 of 1000 - signed
First Printing - unsigned
#196 of 750 -signed

[cit74]

Woot! Woot! Looking forward to event tonight - anyone have any interesting questions you think we should try n ask?

[becca69]

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/Books%20II/DE501F52-F174-4582-AB3C-A1DFEE73E72B_zps5zvpuhje.jpg

Left to right:
#362 of 1000 - signed
First Printing - unsigned
#196 of 750 -signed

Nice Patrick. I should have my signed US copy soon and hopefully the lettered will show up shortly.

[cit74]

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/Books%20II/DE501F52-F174-4582-AB3C-A1DFEE73E72B_zps5zvpuhje.jpg

Left to right:
#362 of 1000 - signed
First Printing - unsigned
#196 of 750 -signed

Nice Patrick. I should have my signed US copy soon and hopefully the lettered will show up shortly.

Confused? Are these books going to JAMMF or Becca??? Because I have a way different address for JAMMF - somewhere is Scotland - I just need to know where I should be shipping some signed books that i might be getting tonight...

[sharki69]

Confused? Are these books going to JAMMF or Becca??? Because I have a way different address for JAMMF - somewhere is Scotland - I just need to know where I should be shipping some signed books that i might be getting tonight...

LOL... don't forget to show off your signed Hebrew copy.....

[Patrick]

Lol! Looking forward to getting that 1st Ed. signed too. See you tonight, Chad!

[sharki69]

Lol! Looking forward to getting that 1st Ed. signed too. See you tonight, Chad!

Have fun and enjoy the event !

[becca69]

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/Books%20II/DE501F52-F174-4582-AB3C-A1DFEE73E72B_zps5zvpuhje.jpg

Left to right:
#362 of 1000 - signed
First Printing - unsigned
#196 of 750 -signed

Nice Patrick. I should have my signed US copy soon and hopefully the lettered will show up shortly.

Confused? Are these books going to JAMMF or Becca??? Because I have a way different address for JAMMF - somewhere is Scotland - I just need to know where I should be shipping some signed books that i might be getting tonight...

Rebecca and I are super close. You can just send them to her to save on shipping. Plus they never travel back in time too well! I hate bumped corners :P

[Patrick]

Lol! Looking forward to getting that 1st Ed. signed too. See you tonight, Chad!

Have fun and enjoy the event !

Thanks!

[Patrick]

Warming up for Andy Weir earlier this evening:

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/BookSignings/7DCC1964-7A16-4096-84B9-C5CBB4FED270_zpsh1hzaq7w.jpg

[Patrick]

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/BookSignings/18B03C65-AB33-44DB-8D8F-57FCC88FC052_zps6jzglfcp.jpg

[Patrick]

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/BookSignings/E689EC98-F4C1-43AA-8A6A-A4EA7C552447_zpsjrbsgio7.jpg

[cit74]

Well Patrick was quicker than me posting some pics - it was a great evening. Here are some photos to whet your whistle....well at least figure out what RF was doing tonight:

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5065_zpsssgey8wv.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5065_zpsssgey8wv.jpg.html)

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5064_zpslwu0y3nv.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5064_zpslwu0y3nv.jpg.html)

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5067_zpscw29fknj.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5067_zpscw29fknj.jpg.html)

[cit74]

And as for the books:

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5068_zpsqwpsdog6.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5068_zpsqwpsdog6.jpg.html)

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5069_zpsoqrtyjjz.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5069_zpsoqrtyjjz.jpg.html)

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5070_zps5racr9x4.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5070_zps5racr9x4.jpg.html)

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5071_zpslqbxeyip.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5071_zpslqbxeyip.jpg.html)

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5072_zpscabeem8y.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5072_zpscabeem8y.jpg.html)

[cit74]

And a few others for members here - soon to be in their hands:

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5074_zpsikmhrc2d.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5074_zpsikmhrc2d.jpg.html)

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll123/chadtarter/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5073_zps1d9kx5ji.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/chadtarter/media/Andy%20Weir/IMG_5073_zps1d9kx5ji.jpg.html)

oh and another one just flat signed for Eric - must have missed that photo...

[sharki69]

Awesome ! Congrats chad and Patrick

Looks like fun event

[cit74]

It was a fun evening. Andy was very nice and engaging. The bookstore owners who ran the event were very nice. The whole purchasing ticket thing before hand was a bit odd - we all ended up getting everything signed. Looking back on it I didn't need to buy so many extra tickets - since they never held fast on the one ticket per item signed. But realistically there were only a handful of people with more than 1 book (can you guess who?).

The talk and q&a started around 6:30 - that lasted little over an hour - and the signing started at about 7:40. There were probably a little over 100 people there. Our group got our books signed early. I got all 5 books I needed to get signed (and purchased tickets for). The line went quickly (no posed photos). So patrick and I went to end of line (only two who went through twice) to get our extra 2 books each signed. They were cool about that. We were done by 8:15 - since by the time I said goodbye to everyone, got to the car and started on the 95 minute ride home - I was home just before 10.

Oh, and our little group was able to head over to a little Mexican place - had some nice food, beer and margarita's before the event; doors opened at 5:30 and we strolled in about 6:10 after food - and had plenty of seating. And there was a guy in the audience who let us all know that he was friends with buzz aldrin - and sent him an email during the talk - asking if he saw the movie - and got a reply - and let us all know - during the event.

Now just looking forward to the next local event, hoping it will be for The Fireman release somewhere in the city in the spring.

Oh, and there were no extras, nothing really from the bookstore or museum even talking or advertising for the event, just talk and signing - and that was plenty.

[becca69]

Sounds like a great time!

Patrick - what were you drinking with a straw??

[Patrick]

Good summary of the evening, Chad. What the heck was Jerome up to?

Chad had the unique idea of bringing the S/L's, so we both did, and I had the not-so-original idea to have Andy inscribe the book's opening line, so we did that too. I'll post a few book photos tonight too.


Sounds like a great time!

Patrick - what were you drinking with a straw??
I was drinking a margarita. It was pretty good for being served in a flower pot!

[Patrick]

Chad and Andy

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/BookSignings/7795DC00-C6B0-4871-BFEF-7AACE389798D_zps75dzlk8u.jpg

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/BookSignings/02F0E433-C45B-4B67-9C3D-B55C809B8333_zpsnepncclr.jpg

[ELazansky]

I'm glad you guys had a great time - also happy that he was able to sign more than one book.

[Randall Flagg]

Long night, but I'm up and have my coffee, so I can relate a bit of yesterdays event.
The wife and I arrived a few hours early in Los Gatos. Had a chance to check out the venue and visit the bookstore that was sponsoring the event.
Patrick, Taunya, and Chad around 5pm. We went for a bite to eat at a local Mexican restaurant. Of course Patrick ordered an entire bottle of tequila:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446219072-Patrick%20and%20tequila.JPG


Two posts up is a picture of Patrick, Chad, and myself.

Taunya, Patrick, and Chad:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446219089-Patrick%20Chad%20and%20Taunya.JPG

We arrived at the venue about 20 minutes before the scheduled start time of 6:30 PM. The had a nice temporary setup in a small recently opened museum. As we were waiting for the event to begin, I was in the lobby and took a pic of the lady who owns the bookstore:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446219669-Lobby%20shot.JPG

I asked the man in the Tam hat when was Weir going to arrive. He turned around and said "I'm here right now, and will start in one minute". I managed to get a quick picture with him just before he took the stage:

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446188456-Randall%20Flagg%20and%20Andy%20Weir.JPG

Weir talked for a bit over 30 minutes then did another 30 minutes of Q&A before signing books.

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446218964-Andy%20Weir%20on%20stage.JPG


Weir was kind enough to sign all the books people brought.

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446220230-Weir%20signing%20RF%20book.JPG



http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446219146-Three%20amigos%20with%20spacesuit%20openvisor%20.J PG


http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1446219161-Three%20amigos%20and%20Weirs.JPG

[cit74]

I still think RF shoulda got him to sign the helmet.

[becca69]

Is that a left over from your days at NASA Jerome??

[Patrick]

The astronaut suit was the highlight of the evening. Look at Andy's grin!

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/BookSignings/44E68DDB-216D-4E78-89BE-F22C78B5E5E4_zpsx70eyu32.jpg

[cit74]

I though he was going to ask Andy for some candy too

[Patrick]

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/BookSignings/B715EDBC-D93B-4CBB-B1F1-E1DEEE91743E_zpsar8on28s.jpg

[Jon]

Long night, but I'm up and have my coffee, so I can relate a bit of yesterdays event.
The wife and I arrived a few hours early in Los Gatos. Had a chance to check out the venue and visit the bookstore that was sponsoring the event.
Patrick, Taunya, and Chad around 5pm. We went for a bite to eat at a local Mexican restaurant. Of course Patrick ordered an entire bottle of tequila:



But Patrick doesn't drink!!!

[TCCBodhi]

Look what came in today!

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20151023_202526.jpg http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/20151023_202546.jpg

I'm really bummed that I missed out on this initially and then the last 25 that they sold just a few days ago. :( It's a great looking book!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

...so nobody gave him a bag of spuds?

[Randall Flagg]

Someone did at an earlier signing.

[Patrick]

Long night, but I'm up and have my coffee, so I can relate a bit of yesterdays event.
The wife and I arrived a few hours early in Los Gatos. Had a chance to check out the venue and visit the bookstore that was sponsoring the event.
Patrick, Tanya, and Chad around 5pm. We went for a bite to eat at a local Mexican restaurant. Of course Patrick ordered an entire bottle of tequila:



But Patrick doesn't drink!!!LOL! Now that's funny.

[jon10g]

The space suit was a genius idea! Brilliant.

[Randall Flagg]

Zero bids, $20.99:
THE MARTIAN ANDY WEIR SIGNED ARC ADVANCE READER COPY PROOF 1ST EDITION 1ST PRINT (http://www.ebay.com/itm/THE-MARTIAN-ANDY-WEIR-SIGNED-ARC-ADVANCE-READER-COPY-PROOF-1ST-EDITION-1ST-PRINT-/221932351631?hash=item33ac32f08f:g:Lf4AAOSw14xWOqv P)



1 bid, $20.99:
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[Booknutt]

Barnes and Noble are doing the signed book thing for Black Friday again. And The Martian will be one of the available books.

[RC65]

Barnes and Noble are doing the signed book thing for Black Friday again. And The Martian will be one of the available books.

A complete list:

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/holiday-gift-guide/signed-books-by-acclaimed-authors/

[becca69]

I received my lettered of The Martian the other day. Thought I'd post pics since I probably won't have it for long... it's been listed on Ebay. The traycase is super cool, I just wish they would do a little more with the interiors of these editions - like some illustrations.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Book%20Collections/IMG_3649.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/Book%20Collections/IMG_3649.jpg.html)

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Book%20Collections/IMG_3652.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/Book%20Collections/IMG_3652.jpg.html)

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Book%20Collections/IMG_3651.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/Book%20Collections/IMG_3651.jpg.html)

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Book%20Collections/IMG_3656.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/Book%20Collections/IMG_3656.jpg.html)

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Book%20Collections/IMG_3653.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/Book%20Collections/IMG_3653.jpg.html)

[cit74]

Very nice, for how little we knew yee. Good luck with the sale

[Fsmdr]

What was the issue price of the Lettered Martian?. Just curious.

[Kingfan24]

300 I believe

[becca69]

It was $350. I would have kept mine if they had added some special feature like an illustration or remarque or something. The only difference was the leather cover and the tray case - although the tray case looks really cool in person.

[sharki69]

It was $350. I would have kept mine if they had added some special feature like an illustration or remarque or something. The only difference was the leather cover and the tray case - although the tray case looks really cool in person.

Becca - did you sold it ?

[becca69]

It was $350. I would have kept mine if they had added some special feature like an illustration or remarque or something. The only difference was the leather cover and the tray case - although the tray case looks really cool in person.

Becca - did you sold it ?

Yes, someone in Austria bought it for $995 and Ebay had a $5 flat fee special going, so that's why I listed it right away.

[ELazansky]

It was $350. I would have kept mine if they had added some special feature like an illustration or remarque or something. The only difference was the leather cover and the tray case - although the tray case looks really cool in person.

Becca - did you sold it ?

Yes, someone in Austria bought it for $995 and Ebay had a $5 flat fee special going, so that's why I listed it right away.

That's a healthy profit - nice job!

[cit74]

Now there can be Christmas in the Dornsife home, and little tidings under the tree...not just books for Mommy :)

[sharki69]

It was $350. I would have kept mine if they had added some special feature like an illustration or remarque or something. The only difference was the leather cover and the tray case - although the tray case looks really cool in person.

Becca - did you sold it ?


Yes, someone in Austria bought it for $995 and Ebay had a $5 flat fee special going, so that's why I listed it right away.

Sweet. Great price

[Patrick]

I'm with you, becca, I'd prefer some extras to justify the higher cost of a Lettered edition. Glad you were able to find a home for it with someone who will appreciate it more.

[becca69]

I'm with you, becca, I'd prefer some extras to justify the higher cost of a Lettered edition. Glad you were able to find a home for it with someone who will appreciate it more.

Thanks Patrick. I felt like I was spending an extra $275 on a traycase.

[sharki69]

Author Andy Weir will be the featured speaker at the Launch Party held on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at 7:00 PM at Book Passage in Corte Madera.

http://www.bookpassage.com/event/2016-one-book-one-marin-launch-martian-corte-madera

Also - April 13, 2016 7:00 pm
Dominican University Angelica Hall
50 Acacia Avenue
San Rafael, CA,

[cit74]

Author Andy Weir will be the featured speaker at the Launch Party held on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at 7:00 PM at Book Passage in Corte Madera.

http://www.bookpassage.com/event/2016-one-book-one-marin-launch-martian-corte-madera

Also - April 13, 2016 7:00 pm
Dominican University Angelica Hall
50 Acacia Avenue
San Rafael, CA,

Looks fun - although only an hour away - still tough during the week - oh well

[Patrick]

Cool! Too bad it's during the work week. A little too far away.

[ym2000]

There is Lettered copy for sale on eBay if someone is interested:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/272193466045

[jsmcmullen92]

Alright if you have been watching the Ernest Cline thread you know that I am working on some designs for slip cases to that book and The Martian that will go to the S/L. I am going to post over here as well in case there is anyone who has the Martian but doesn't have RP1.

I am starting on the case now but as always need some input. As stated in the other thread we are limited to a 5.25" x 8" plate so it would have to be a spine only plate or a cover only plate. Most are leading towards a spine only so that is going to be what I work on. The next questions will be what font and do we want the words to go up and down or left and right. If up and down are the letters oriented at a 90 degree angle or normal up and down letters?

All input helps as well as who all would be interested in a case for the S/L The Martian?
Josh

[Anubis2347]

Im in for one for the Sub Press S/L

[becca69]

Holographic foil? :innocent:

I would prefer the title to run the length of the spine from crown to foot like on most books. Maybe The author's name can be oriented the opposite way?

[ym2000]

I love the design of the Lettered Edition slipcase as far as font orientation and placement - would not mind if it was similar to that?

[wolfehr]

I'd be in for a case for the S/L The Martian. I'd also be in for a case for the 1/1 if you made one.

[Tommy]

One for the S/L and one (or two) for 1st/1st.

[jsmcmullen92]

So I am counting 9 cases so far. Can someone throw me the dimensions of the 1/1 book as well so i can work with that?

Also what is the font that people want for the title? I can usually copy almost any font out there as long as I can find an editor that can give me previews.

[ym2000]

Alright if you have been watching the Ernest Cline thread you know that I am working on some designs for slip cases to that book and The Martian that will go to the S/L. I am going to post over here as well in case there is anyone who has the Martian but doesn't have RP1.

I am starting on the case now but as always need some input. As stated in the other thread we are limited to a 5.25" x 8" plate so it would have to be a spine only plate or a cover only plate. Most are leading towards a spine only so that is going to be what I work on. The next questions will be what font and do we want the words to go up and down or left and right. If up and down are the letters oriented at a 90 degree angle or normal up and down letters?

All input helps as well as who all would be interested in a case for the S/L The Martian?
Josh

I'm in for one for sure!

[Gilberthuey]

Hello. This is my first post but I've been a lurker for years. I would like slipcases for The Martian 1st/1st and for the SubPress edition.

Thanks,
Gilbert

[ym2000]

There is one for sale on eBay with custom case - some ideas I guess
https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/182083692505

[becca69]

Can you do something like the lettered case that I posted... I'm just not sure what font it is. I was able to find the RP1 font but not this one yet. And of course I've got my fingers crossed for holographic foil. I think SP did a two foil process to create that shadow effect which looks cool. Maybe try to emulate that look and typeset similar to the SP spine?

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a235/becca3969/Book%20Collections/IMG_3651.jpg (http://s12.photobucket.com/user/becca3969/media/Book%20Collections/IMG_3651.jpg.html)

[becca69]

I found it: Zekton

http://www.1001fonts.com/zekton-free-font.html

[becca69]

My suggestion is the reddish brown slipcase with type down the spine (like above pic) in Zekton with silver or holographic foil (or maybe a warm silver/gold metallic if they have that).

[ym2000]

My suggestion is the reddish brown slipcase with type down the spine (like above pic) in Zekton with silver or holographic foil (or maybe a warm silver/gold metallic if they have that).

That sounds amazing, I'm in!

[jsmcmullen92]

Becca I don't know what you do for a living but you should work in forensics cause you can find the weirdest crap out of no where.

Sorry for the delay on this one. Work has been hectic lately and haven't had a chance to sit in front of a computer off the clock.

[becca69]

LOL - I'm a graphic designer... :ninja:

[jsmcmullen92]

LOL - I'm a graphic designer... :ninja:

Well shit... then why am I the one designing these lol I'm just a code monkey

[jsmcmullen92]

So here are 2 very fast make ups. They both fit inside the plate dimensions given so more of which way do you want the text?

If anyone has any other ideas feel free to give suggestions.
http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW2_zpsw0nfdquf.jpg?t=1459992011http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW_zpshizmlov0.jpg?t=1459992013

[ym2000]

So here are 2 very fast make ups. They both fit inside the plate dimensions given so more of which way do you want the text?

If anyone has any other ideas feel free to give suggestions.
http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW2_zpsw0nfdquf.jpg?t=1459992011http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW_zpshizmlov0.jpg?t=1459992013
The one on the left is my favorite!

[jsmcmullen92]

So here are 2 very fast make ups. They both fit inside the plate dimensions given so more of which way do you want the text?

If anyone has any other ideas feel free to give suggestions.
http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW2_zpsw0nfdquf.jpg?t=1459992011http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW_zpshizmlov0.jpg?t=1459992013
The one on the left is my favorite!
So I was thinking about that one. What if it was "andy THE MARIAN wier". Split like that? I can draw it up tomorrow but I feel like it's a little boring as is.

[ym2000]

So here are 2 very fast make ups. They both fit inside the plate dimensions given so more of which way do you want the text?

If anyone has any other ideas feel free to give suggestions.
http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW2_zpsw0nfdquf.jpg?t=1459992011http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW_zpshizmlov0.jpg?t=1459992013
The one on the left is my favorite!
So I was thinking about that one. What if it was "andy THE MARIAN wier". Split like that? I can draw it up tomorrow but I feel like it's a little boring as is.
Cool, let's see what it looks like! My initial thoughts was to make it as close to the SP case as possible. Wonder how many designs they went through to finally make a choice.

[jsmcmullen92]

Here is the other option with the Andy and Weir split across the case.

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW3_zpsui149ztu.jpg?t=1460031697

[Anubis2347]

I like this last one... with the name split up.

[Br!an]

I like this last one... with the name split up.

So do I.

[wolfehr]

I like them all, but my preference order is: Right quick make up > Left quick make up > Andy Weir's name split up

[becca69]

I don't like the name split :(

Can you do another mock up? I like the first option for The Martian with it running down the spine with the second option with Andy Weir going across the spine.

[ym2000]

I don't like the name split :(

Can you do another mock up? I like the first option for The Martian with it running down the spine with the second option with Andy Weir going across the spine.
I agree with Becca, I'm not a fan of split up name. Hey with our imagination maybe too many choices is not such a great idea ��

[jsmcmullen92]

Good news from Jeff, just a little longer on this one. Hopefully everything will be good to go. Do we have a plate that we liked the best for this one? Becca I think you wanted to see one more. I'll see if I have some time tonight to work on that.


I have been in touch with my foil people and they say that they have the martian foil, I am just double checking with them and getting an idea of cost. So you could send the designs for both plates although I can't quite guarantee the martian yet.

All the best

Jeff

[becca69]

That's awesome. And I was hoping to see the Title of #1 and the Name of #2 combined. ;)

[jsmcmullen92]

Alright Becca just for you. :grouphug:
http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW5_zpscws7fdmw.jpg~original http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW4_zpsk5ztbps1.jpg~original

[becca69]

I don't know about everyone else, but that's the one I like best (the first option).

[Anubis2347]

I agree option 1

[cit74]

I like that as well - the one on the left - I presume that's option #1

[ym2000]

Agree on option one as well

[jsmcmullen92]

So I am going to need someone to post the size of the trade HC so I can confirm fit for that before I can send the plate off to Jeff for this as well. The sooner someone can post that I can make final adjustments and both plates will be in Jeffs hands.

Thanks everyone for the input. I'm going with title running down the spine with author across.

[becca69]

I measure 9 7/16 H x 6 7/16 W x 1 3/8 D with a Brodart... if someone wants to verify that'd be great.

This is for the US trade.

[Gilberthuey]

I am interested in a slipcase for the SubPress edition and the trade edition. Note (not being rude) but Weir is misspelled in some of the concept images.

[Gilberthuey]

I am interested in a slipcase for The Martian SubPress edition and the trade edition. Note (not being rude) but Weir is misspelled in some of your concept images.

[Br!an]

I am interested in a slipcase for The Martian SubPress edition and the trade edition. Note (not being rude) but Weir is misspelled in some of your concept images.

Not rude at all. Good catch.

[becca69]

Very good catch... I wasn't even paying attention to the spelling.

[jsmcmullen92]

Thanks guys! Can you tell I am a developer lol I can't spell worth a shit.

EDIT: Here is the corrected plate. (Fuzzy because it is just a screen shot)
I just did final checks and it will fit the Trade and 1/1 so works as a double plate again.

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/TMAW_PLATE_zps63thf8sy.jpg~original

I am going to send it off to Jeff so we can start.
-J

[jsmcmullen92]

Just an update Jeff and I have been going back and forth for a few days now on the plates. For some reason on my computer is shows one size then when I print it it prints bigger. No big deal just don't trust computer rulers. The fun part was when I sent it to him and he printed it we got another size still. We have figured stuff out and it should be going off to the plate makers today.

[becca69]

What program do you use? If you have Illustrator or a vector based program, that is extremely accurate.

(I'm just guessing that maybe the DPI is a factor in the size discrepancy if you are using a photo editing program?)

[jsmcmullen92]

I am glad you said that. I was going crazy trying to explain the DPI differences to Jeff lol. I use a freeware called InkScape that is great for vectors but Jeff usually needs it in PDF form so on the conversion it requires a DPI and I just leave it default. Then opening in Adobe caused skew issues (I think there was an error in the Font download) but if I opened in my browser it looked just fine. I think the size issues came mostly from me printing on an industrial printer with Jeff probably on a home printer (different DPIs). Sorry that was really nerdy...

In the end no matter where we printed the image help the correct ratio and still fit on both cases for the trade and S/L so we are good to go! Plates should be back in 3 days then he will send me the test fit cases and afterward all will be ready for order. So hopefully by the 1st we should have everything ready for order.

[becca69]

Just for the skew issue... if you convert to outlines and then make your PDF, that shouldn't happen.

[jsmcmullen92]

It was almost as it the vector was trying to compensate for getting larger by making the lines thicker which is usual but it only made some of them thicker and tapered them into thinner lines. Looked wonky

[becca69]

Weird... maybe the scale strokes & effects was off?

[jsmcmullen92]

No idea. It was only weird with Adobe, it worked when I opened it in Chrome or Mozilla.

[jsmcmullen92]

Alright Becca this update is mostly for you. We are doing a test case and then once confirmed we will open the flood gates for ordering. Not quite yet.
From Jeff,

The plates are back and I have done some test prints, all looking good the holo is working

[becca69]

Sweet!!

I guess being a pain in the ass persistent, pays off

[RC65]

Apologies if this has already been asked and answered, but I don't recall seeing it: Will this new case also fit the UK S/L HC?

[becca69]

I know the UK edition is a different size.

[jsmcmullen92]

Apologies if this has already been asked and answered, but I don't recall seeing it: Will this new case also fit the UK S/L HC?
It all depends on the width of the book. Basically how thick is the spine I know Jeff confirmed it will work for the UK 1/1 so as long as the spine is greater than 1 1/8 I think then you are good to go. When we are ready you can email just saying you want this plate on a case and send him the dimensions of the book and he will make it.

[jsmcmullen92]

Here is the test cases from Jeff. One they make it across the pond and I can confirm fit they will be open to orders. The Red with White/Yellow is one that he made for himself to fit the UK 1/1 of the book. If you want different color combos feel free to shoot an email to him at time of order with what you are looking for.
-Josh
http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0031_zpswiofnvut.jpg~original

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0030_zpspx0w0qy0.jpg~original

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0027-1_zpsscqzbiqf.jpg~original

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0028_zpsctfw4oen.jpg~original

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0026_zpsjs3kodr6.jpg~original

[becca69]

I have the UK 1/1 and that looks great. Now I want one for the three editions that I have.

[jsmcmullen92]

Just got the cases in and they came out perfect.

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0031_zpswiofnvut.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0030_zpspx0w0qy0.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0027-1_zpsscqzbiqf.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0028_zpsctfw4oen.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0026_zpsjs3kodr6.jpg


http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/20160505_170224_zpsdtz1gild.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/20160505_170304_zps85fpkpnh.jpg


Email Jeff Whiley (jeffrey.whiley@ntlworld.com)

In the email just list the different options you want.

Book Edition case-color foil-color
Ex.
RP1 1/1 Red with Yellow foil
The Martian S/L Burgundy with Holo foil

Also note, All cases are 12.95 GBP The two color option for The Martian shown above is 14.95 GPB
So far this is the first case that Jeff has offered in a 2 color option.


Feel free to send in your orders and enjoy!
Josh

[ym2000]

Just got the cases in and they came out perfect.

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0031_zpswiofnvut.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0030_zpspx0w0qy0.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0027-1_zpsscqzbiqf.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0028_zpsctfw4oen.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/IMG_0026_zpsjs3kodr6.jpg


http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/20160505_170224_zpsdtz1gild.jpg

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/jsmcmullen92/20160505_170304_zps85fpkpnh.jpg


Email Jeff Whiley (jeffrey.whiley@ntlworld.com)

In the email just list the different options you want.

Book Edition case-color foil-color
Ex.
RP1 1/1 Red with Yellow foil
The Martian S/L Burgundy with Holo foil

Also note, All cases are 12.95 GBP The two color option for The Martian shown above is 14.95 GPB
So far this is the first case that Jeff has offered in a 2 color option.


Feel free to send in your orders and enjoy!
Josh
Thanks Josh!
Email sent!

[RC65]

Easton Press just announced a signed HC for THE MARTIAN, 3 payments of $44 each. Indicates it's in stock and ready to order.

http://www.eastonpress.com/secure/Content/ImagesProducts/8dad9052-65a5-443d-8879-881dc3b86437_400_0.jpg

http://www.eastonpress.com/prod/DFB/3134/ANDY-WEIR--The-Martian--A-Signed-Edition?source=E4352&utm_source=mktg&utm_medium=email&utm_retarget=img%20src=%27http://pixel.fetchback.com/serve/fb/uat;cat=,name=landing,sid=6349,fb_key=email%27%20b order=%270%27%20alt=%27%27%20width=%271%27%20heigh t=%271%27/&utm_campaign=Martian

[ym2000]

Easton Press also now have RP1 signed as well

[Patrick]

Easton Press just announced a signed HC for THE MARTIAN, 3 payments of $44 each. Indicates it's in stock and ready to order.

http://www.eastonpress.com/secure/Content/ImagesProducts/8dad9052-65a5-443d-8879-881dc3b86437_400_0.jpg

http://www.eastonpress.com/prod/DFB/3134/ANDY-WEIR--The-Martian--A-Signed-Edition?source=E4352&utm_source=mktg&utm_medium=email&utm_retarget=img%20src=%27http://pixel.fetchback.com/serve/fb/uat;cat=,name=landing,sid=6349,fb_key=email%27%20b order=%270%27%20alt=%27%27%20width=%271%27%20heigh t=%271%27/&utm_campaign=Martian
Three payments of $44.
RP1 is three payments of $33 for a book the same size (per Easton's specs on the order pages).

Do you suppose the price differential is so they can pay Weir significantly more given the popularity of his book?
Or is this a business decision by Easton to get a larger margin due to THE MARTIAN's popularity?
Or do you think it's due to other factors, such as print run and related economy of scale factors?

[becca69]

Their agents probably worked out different deals.

[ym2000]

I haven't seen the books although I preordered both of them, maybe illustrator fee? It is not in description that it has any art inside...

[Tommy]

Barnes & Noble has signed copies of Artemis available for preorder.

Artemis (Signed Book) (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/artemis-andy-weir/1126357957)

EDIT: no longer available.

[swintek]

Barnes & Noble has signed copies of Artemis available for preorder.

Artemis (Signed Book) (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/artemis-andy-weir/1126357957)

Good tip! Thank you.

[RC65]

Sub Press has annouced the opening of pre-orders for their S/L (limitation of 750) of ARTEMIS:

https://subterraneanpress.com/artemis

[RC65]

...aannd his tour stops are up (maybe they've been for a while and I'm just behind the curve, I don't know)...those interested in going may want to hurry as most of the events appear to be ticketed events:

http://andyweirauthor.com/events

I got mine for his Seattle date. :thumbsup:

[RC65]

...aaannnd if you want a UK limited (if one can call 2000 copies "limited"), you can order from Goldsboro here (note that it is NOT a Goldsboro exclusive, but rather a publisher's limited):

https://www.goldsborobooks.com/product/artemis-1

[Kingfan24]

Looks like the lettered Artemis sold out in under an hour.

[ELazansky]

Looks like the lettered Artemis sold out in under an hour.

There was a pre-sale last week for those who already had numbered/lettered editions, so I assume most of those folks renewed before the public sale opened.

[Kingfan24]

Looks like the lettered Artemis sold out in under an hour.

There was a pre-sale last week for those who already had numbered/lettered editions, so I assume most of those folks renewed before the public sale opened.

Ah okay - got it. Thanks for the details!

[wolfehr]

Looks like the lettered Artemis sold out in under an hour.

There was a pre-sale last week for those who already had numbered/lettered editions, so I assume most of those folks renewed before the public sale opened.

I have a Lettered copy of the Martian and took advantage of that preorder to get Artemis.


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[terrier91]

If anyone comes across an early printing (doesn't have to be a 1st) of The Martian with a nice dust jacket with the $24 price, I'm in need of a dust jacket upgrade for a signed 1st. My book is in great condition, but somehow the dust jacket isn't.

[Tommy]

I noticed at B&N yesterday that some copies of Artemis have glossy dust jackets and some have matte finishes. I've noticed this over the years with a few other titles by different authors as well. Does anyone know if this a mistake or on purpose? If it is on purpose, what's the reasoning behind it?

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I must check that out. I know B&N also had or will have signed copies.

[Joe315]

It could be that the publisher liked both finishes so released both. I’ve seen that with the jacket design before but not the finish.

[becca69]

It could be that the publisher liked both finishes so released both. I’ve seen that with the jacket design before but not the finish.

Or they could have multiple printers. (Or didn't print enough dust jackets and went back to press with a different or cheaper treatment).

[Joe315]

It could be that the publisher liked both finishes so released both. I’ve seen that with the jacket design before but not the finish.

Or they could have multiple printers. (Or didn't print enough dust jackets and went back to press with a different or cheaper treatment).

That too. Wonder if it’s the book club jacket. I don’t know what finish mine is but I’m pretty sure it has raised letters on the jacket. If the other finish is flat then the cheaper alternative makes sense.

[ELazansky]

So has anyone else finished reading Artemis? No spoilers here....

My only comment would be - was this book written by the same person who wrote The Martian? If Artemis had been his first book, I would never read another one by him again. The plot was OK, but the main character was annoying as hell. It seemed very juvenile to me.

Maybe it will be a sophomore slump and his next book will be better.

[Aronstg]

So has anyone else finished reading Artemis? No spoilers here....

My only comment would be - was this book written by the same person who wrote The Martian? If Artemis had been his first book, I would never read another one by him again. The plot was OK, but the main character was annoying as hell. It seemed very juvenile to me.

Maybe it will be a sophomore slump and his next book will be better.

That is what I've heard on most of the reviews so I'm hesitant to start this book.

[RC65]

The reviews I've read have not been kind, but I'm still looking forward to giving it a chance. I have a signed 1st of it...went tonight to an interview of (by Neal Stephenson) and signing by Weir here in Seattle a couple nights ago...Weir was funny and personable. Place was packed -- other than King, by far the most folks I've seen at a signing. So if it's a dud, there're going to be a lot of disappointed folks.

[Booknutt]

I enjoyed it. Got to read an egalley. IMHO the pacing was faster and the story was more accessible with out all the science and math of The Martian.

[RC65]

I enjoyed it as well, generally speaking. It was certainly not as good as THE MARTIAN, as most if not all reviews/posts have argued, but if the previous novel was a 8.5, I'd still give this one a solid 7. I do understand and appreciate some of the criticisms leveled against it, but I don't see them to the degree that some others have suggested. Recommended.

[RC65]

Would anyone be interested in a straight-across trade of my Fine/Fine (as-new) signed/#d (1/1000) UK HC of the MARTIAN for your Fine/Fine (as-new) signed/#d (1/750) U.S. (Sub Press) HC of THE MARTIAN? eBay sales and ABE listings suggest the values are fundamentally the same so not looking to offer or request add'l cash...just a straight swap. If there's any incentive, I suppose the fact that the UK S/L came before the Sub Press is a plus, as it means that my UK S/L is the first limited of THE MARTIAN (and, for that matter, the first Weir limited).

Reason: I have the Sub Press S/L HC of ARTEMIS on its way to me, and the art of each matches/complements each other much better than the UK S/L would.

[RC65]

Would anyone be interested in a straight-across trade of my Fine/Fine (as-new) signed/#d (1/1000) UK HC of the MARTIAN for your Fine/Fine (as-new) signed/#d (1/750) U.S. (Sub Press) HC of THE MARTIAN? eBay sales and ABE listings suggest the values are fundamentally the same so not looking to offer or request add'l cash...just a straight swap. If there's any incentive, I suppose the fact that the UK S/L came before the Sub Press is a plus, as it means that my UK S/L is the first limited of THE MARTIAN (and, for that matter, the first Weir limited).

Reason: I have the Sub Press S/L HC of ARTEMIS on its way to me, and the art of each matches/complements each other much better than the UK S/L would.

...anyone?

Long shot, I know, but thought I’d give it another try.

[ELazansky]

New book coming - https://www.waterstones.com/book/project-hail-mary/andy-weir/2928377046835?utm_source=wsweir110820&utm_campaign=single&utm_medium=email&utm_content=cta

[ym2000]

If it is indeed like The Martian then I hope Subterranean Press will publish it. If it is like Artemis I will probably skip....


New book coming - https://www.waterstones.com/book/project-hail-mary/andy-weir/2928377046835?utm_source=wsweir110820&utm_campaign=single&utm_medium=email&utm_content=cta

[Hunchback Jack]

I thought Artemis was fine as a light, YA-ish SF novel. Hard to follow up The Martian with something both different and as appealing. I thought Artemis was a better follow-up to The Martian than Armada was to RP1.

[Kingfan24]

I thought Artemis was fine as a light, YA-ish SF novel. Hard to follow up The Martian with something both different and as appealing. I thought Artemis was a better follow-up to The Martian than Armada was to RP1.

Well seeing as armada was literally a blatant rip off of the last star fighter, I’d have to agree. I think ready player two is going to be a huge flop.

[ym2000]

I gave up on Armada after 10 pages

I thought Artemis was fine as a light, YA-ish SF novel. Hard to follow up The Martian with something both different and as appealing. I thought Artemis was a better follow-up to The Martian than Armada was to RP1.

[George at C-Springs]

Signed copies of the new book Project Hail Mary available on Barnes & Noble, shipping starts May 4th.

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/project-hail-mary-andy-weir/1137456421?ean=9780593356548

[Garrell]

Yep, excited for this one

[ELazansky]

https://www.mystgalaxy.com/weir5421

[cit74]

I got mine from MST galaxy as well - gotta help the little shops out

[Joe315]

I got mine from MST galaxy as well - gotta help the little shops out

Same. Stop there whenever I’m in San Diego

[Joe315]

Anyone looking for a copy of Hail Mary? I have an extra signed one. $33 all in US shipping, at cost for international.

[Garrell]

Still waiting for mine to get here. 25% thru the book on Audible...love it.