Hello Mechcrafters!

It’s been awhile since the last update and a lot has happened.  So let’s dive in!
Mechcraft launched officially on February 20, and we threw an incredible event.  I had a lot of local support so I invited them all.  We expected 60-70, but ended up with a total headcount of 126!  I am so humbled and grateful for such a turn out.  We had a delicious taco bar and a live band (featured in chapter 1).  Even though many people brought in books to sign, I ended up selling 54 more books!  And to top it off, our friend Crystal surprised me with a massive cake with the Mechcraft cover on the icing! It was magnificent!  I didn’t want to cut it.  This was one of the greatest nights of my life.

Then on March 7, I had my first ever book signing.  The iconic Book Soup in Hollywood hosted the event.  It was a Wednesday, so I wasn’t expecting a crowd, but we did end up with 6.  Fellow Inkshares author, Daniel Lee, came out to support.  Also had an appearance by rockstars Franke Nardiello from My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult, and Karl Learmont from electro industrial band, Angelspit.  And unbeknownst to me, the book reviewer for The Hollywood Reporter, Andy Lewis, stopped by as well- he tweeted "Great talk" to me the next day.

After the signing and photos, my wife and I and Karl took our discussion to a coffee house, and we talked for hours!  We didn’t get home until 2am, and it was totally worth it!

To date, Mechcraft is on the shelves of Book Soup, and DIESEL bookstore in Brentwood.  I’ve applied to Barnes & Noble, Target, Walmart, and several local stores.  Fingers crossed on these endeavors!
Now for some numbers!
Books Sold, Inkshares: 342 (includes my purchases for local events)
Amazon Reviews: 26
Twitter Followers (@TheWritingFitz): 3101
Facebook Page (facebook.com/Mechcraftbook) Likes: 385

The goal now is Amazon reviews.  Authors depend on these reviews for exposure and promotion from Amazon.  If you’ve read the book already, please drop a review on Amazon.  It would mean the world! Thanks

One last note- thank you for all the support over this journey.  Without your help, none of this would have happened, and I am eternally grateful!

Best regards,
Brian
brianfitzauthor@gmail.com
@thewritingfitz
facebook.com/Mechcraftbook

Listen up, Faoii! This is the most exciting missive to date!

The Last Faoii came out 6 months ago today. Even before it was a real book, even before we were worried about typesetting and Amazon reviews, hundreds of you chose to stand up and fight for this novel to become real. It’s because of you that this entire thing exists, and I am still so honored to be a part of this army. Look at what we’ve achieved, Faoii. Look at what you’ve done:

This last month has been exciting for other reasons too, Faoii. I’ve started preparing for summer events and signings. Here’s just a glimpse of what’s to come as I take our fight to the streets. I promise you, Faoii: They will know us.

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SHORT UPDATE!

I’m working on the next draft after some interesting feedback from my editor. I’m still buckling down, still pounding out the words, and still crafting this book to be the best it can be. Just thought I’d let you all know and thank you once again for your support and patience. 

I’ll let you know when I send in the next draft. Until then, feel free to reach out. 

Thanks again, and I love you all. 

-Michael

At ease, Faoii. No orders today, only words.

Faoii-Tahani


Oh, yeah. I also got a new sword for my birthday. Isn’t it beautiful?

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Last night was the Mechcraft Launch Party, and it could not have gone better!  Catered taco bar, live band, and a headcount of 126 people!! We had a blast, and I am overwhelmed with gratitude for all who came to the event, and all who wanted to, but couldn’t.  
Since a lot of you live far away, here’s the Photo Album of the event! 
Thank you all once again for supporting me and this project.  I could not have done any of it without you! 
And please be sure to leave a review on Amazon once you’re finished with the book. :)
Brian