Thanks for the comment, Jeremy. That theme definitely plays a role throughout the novel. I'm specifically interested in what the term "to be connected" really means in this day and age, and the notion that we now have a physical and "digital" self.
Dear backers, it's been almost a week since I started and I've already reached $1,145 (12%) of my goal. I can't thank you all enough for helping me make this happen...and in case you want to spread the word, I've made an easier website to tell people about it: www.slimandthebeast.com. I'm indebted to all of you for believing in me and am genuinely moved by your generosity; the wine is on me next time you're in Paris.
Howdy folks, I'm 27% there! Still a long way to go, but you have all helped (and are helping) pave the way. I'll be adding more chapters in the weeks to come; feel free to give me any suggestions or criticism along the way. You've already been saintly in your willingness to support the novel and believe in me. If you happen to mention Slim and The Beast to friends or colleagues, every person counts, and I really mean that. If you think of someone who likes to read, I'd be incredibly grateful if you told your best friend or sibling, mother or father or niece, bagel maker or coffee maker or drug store clerk to reserve a copy. Even if one single person among all of your contacts agrees to back the novel, with all of you that's dozens more people joining the community!