Bas Bleu bookseller-by-post, based in the USA, publishes a gorgeous catalog of “odd little books” of which they mail a million copies 5 times a year. I am extremely honored that my odd little book made it into their summer 2009 catalog…
They describe their selection of travel books to offer more than lists of hotels and restaurants; “they’re the stories of gifted writers.” And I love this quote included in the introduction of their catalog:
“Always read stuff that will make you look good if you die in the middle of it.” P.J. O’Rourke
Brilliant advice! Thank you, Bas Bleu…
Bolig Liv is a beautiful Danish interior magazine, and Paris: Made By Hand was featured in one of their recent issues. Thank you Bolig Liv! (check out their online gallery for some delicious Danish interior inspiration)…
And a little closer to home, I was wrapped to find out that Paris: Made By Hand was one of the editor’s choices in this month’s issue of VT Wonen, one of the leading interior magazines here in The Netherlands. Thank you so much VT Wonen.
I’m completely stunned that my odd little book has had such incredible press since it’s release in April. I had no idea it would get such a wrap all over the world and I’m barely able to keep up with the coverage. It gives me courage to continue on my chosen path, and such hope that big media sources are interested in the little people – independent writers, artists and crafters who are just doin’ their thing, and loving it.
Thank you to everyone who has featured my first little book on your blogs, websites, in your local newspapers, and magazines. Your support is immeasurable, and I am forever grateful. And a big thank you to each of you who have bought my book – you have enabled me to continue writing, photographing and publishing for a living.
merci à tout.
Biggest congratulations…you of course deserve it all and more! I adore that P.J. O’Rourke quote, it is excellent advice!
September 1st, 2009 | #
congrats! i haven’t read your book, but i’m sure it’s a treat to read. and i love bolig liv 🙂
September 1st, 2009 | #
it’s all happening, pia. congrats once more!
love that o’rourke quote.
September 1st, 2009 | #
How wonderful! Congratulations to you. Your lovely book is being publicized in some lovely, lovely magazines.
September 1st, 2009 | #
Congratulations pia, your book is gorgeous.
September 1st, 2009 | #
I’m so glad to see your book getting such great press! xo
September 1st, 2009 | #
I have bought your book and it’s well deserved press is….well deserved!
September 2nd, 2009 | #
Even though I’ve been to Paris many times, but your book is a lovely treat, I had it with me on my last trip in July and I walked with it every day to discover the little beautiful artistic hideaways in the city of light…….thank you and many congratulations. You are a lovely inspiration to all your fans.
September 2nd, 2009 | #
Congratulations!
Any idea for the release in Spain? Spanish bookshops where to find?
September 2nd, 2009 | #
Cream always rises to the top, Pia. Well deserved and I’m positive there are many more glowing reviews still to come. I received my copy and fully intended to read and absorb just a few ateliers at a time but couldn’t put it down! I love Paris and love things handmade and unique, and it was a treat for the senses just to see all those beautiful handmade treasures and the places they are created and curated. Thanks so much, Pia, and congrats again! {Hi from Brisbane :)}
September 2nd, 2009 | #
Congratulations on the book! I’d love to read it.
September 2nd, 2009 | #