garro Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 (edited) I would just like to take this opportunity to thank the Thai Visa members who encouraged me to get a publisher for my first book, 'Last Escape' . http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?ac...=2&t=145109 I would especially like to thank members such as Andrew Hicks, writer of Thai Girl, for their advice and help. Bangkok bookhouse published my book and it was released a few days ago. It should be in shops throughout Thailand, and SE Asia shortly. My book was inspired by a blog, which I began on ThaiVisa last year, and although it has changed a lot since that incarnation it owes a lot to this site. Thank you ThaiVisa. http://www.fictionasia.com/ http://www.bangkokbooks.com/ http://paulgarrigan.blogspot.com/ Edited January 20, 2008 by garro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogoso Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Congrats on getting your book published, it ain't easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Congratulations Garro: I wish you success with the book. When you make it big I'll say hey I know that guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thanyaburi Mac Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 I would just like to take this opportunity to thank the Thai Visa members who encouraged me to get a publisher for my first book, 'Last Escape' . http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?ac...=2&t=145109I would especially like to thank members such as Andrew Hicks, writer of Thai Girl, for their advice and help. Bangkok bookhouse published my book and it was released a few days ago. It should be in shops throughout Thailand, and SE Asia shortly. My book was inspired by a blog, which I began on ThaiVisa last year, and although it has changed a lot since that incarnation it owes a lot to this site. Thank you ThaiVisa. http://www.fictionasia.com/ http://www.bangkokbooks.com/ http://paulgarrigan.blogspot.com/ Don't forget to drop off a copy for Monk Gordon. Haven't been up to see him for a couple months, will probably go early February. Usually stop by TESCO-LOTUS and grap him a pizza, large size. Or if I've been down to Sukumvit a day or two prior to a visit, get him a Subway, Italian BMT, foot long, double meat, everything on it! I met Gordon via the Lao-Hmong connection a few years back. Oh, yes congrats on your success!! Mac Last Escape Author : Garrigan Paul ISBN : 978974-13-42426 Category : Asia Inside-Out Pages : 198 Format : 130 x 198 mm Description : This is the true story of how a hopeless drunk found redemption in a Thai temple. He went there out of desperation and knew it to be his last hope. The Buddhist monks offered him what other treatment centers couldn’t. The odds were stacked against him. All his previous attempts to quit his addiction ended in failure. Why should this time be any different? The temple program was harsh but he quickly realises that his body and mind are rapidly healing. He dares to hope that maybe this could really work. Price : 395 Baht / US$ 13.17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sylviex Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Wonderful !!! Congratulations ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garro Posted January 20, 2008 Author Share Posted January 20, 2008 I would just like to take this opportunity to thank the Thai Visa members who encouraged me to get a publisher for my first book, 'Last Escape' . http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?ac...=2&t=145109I would especially like to thank members such as Andrew Hicks, writer of Thai Girl, for their advice and help. Bangkok bookhouse published my book and it was released a few days ago. It should be in shops throughout Thailand, and SE Asia shortly. My book was inspired by a blog, which I began on ThaiVisa last year, and although it has changed a lot since that incarnation it owes a lot to this site. Thank you ThaiVisa. http://www.fictionasia.com/ http://www.bangkokbooks.com/ http://paulgarrigan.blogspot.com/ Don't forget to drop off a copy for Monk Gordon. Haven't been up to see him for a couple months, will probably go early February. Usually stop by TESCO-LOTUS and grap him a pizza, large size. Or if I've been down to Sukumvit a day or two prior to a visit, get him a Subway, Italian BMT, foot long, double meat, everything on it! I met Gordon via the Lao-Hmong connection a few years back. Oh, yes congrats on your success!! Mac Last Escape Author : Garrigan Paul ISBN : 978974-13-42426 Category : Asia Inside-Out Pages : 198 Format : 130 x 198 mm Description : This is the true story of how a hopeless drunk found redemption in a Thai temple. He went there out of desperation and knew it to be his last hope. The Buddhist monks offered him what other treatment centers couldn’t. The odds were stacked against him. All his previous attempts to quit his addiction ended in failure. Why should this time be any different? The temple program was harsh but he quickly realises that his body and mind are rapidly healing. He dares to hope that maybe this could really work. Price : 395 Baht / US$ 13.17 Thanks, I actually sent a few copies already in the care of Phra Hans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumnien Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Congratulations on the publishing of your book; I can't wait to buy a copy and read it. I took a look at your blog many moons ago and was really impressed with your ability to capture your experience with words. I'm sure that your efforts will bring hope and direction to many who suffer from the "hungry ghost" syndrome, addiction, that is. I "last escaped" twelve and a half years ago at a similar spiritual community in California where I spent 2 years before coming to Thailand after meeting Ajahn Jumnien one night down the road a bit. One thing happens after another and all the pieces fall where they may. Acceptance is the key; sobriety is the best! Thanks again! I remember meeting Monk Gordon over 10 years ago and really appreciating the conversation we had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Upcountry Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Congratulations, Garro, good going! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villagefarang Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Sadly, one might say, you should have a rather extensive built-in reader base. There seems to be more than a few addictive personalities with their requisite vices and dependencies. Normalcy might not sell but the struggle back to normalcy sometime does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kat Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Wonderful story and congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
girlx Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 aw that's lovely, congrats... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
endure Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Do Bangkok Books ship overseas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossfinn Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Do Bangkok Books ship overseas? Well Done Garro, Top stuff, I missed this when you were putting your ideas together, did you put in General? If so that would be the reason I missed it, I rarely go there. Let us all know Endures question above, there will be some interest from outside SEA, I'd say. Good Luck Moss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuestHouse Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 I love to hear people's success stories, it seems this is a double success so double congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
endure Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 Bangkok Books do ship overseas. I've just ordered Garro's book and another. The shipping charge to the UK for both was $12US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spot Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Garro, I always love it when people do something the rest only dream about. Sounds like you've been through a lot. Good luck to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garro Posted January 22, 2008 Author Share Posted January 22, 2008 Thanks for the responses and feedback. Double thanks to those who purchased the book. Please let me know what you think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeaceBlondie Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Congrats, garro, for all your victories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
advice Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 congratulations! What a great achievement this is for you. I have a friend who is an alcoholic and has just gone to a temple 4 days ago, to "cure himself". I will buy your book and give it to him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambinA Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 congratulations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbowman1993 Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Congrats Garro. Ill be sure to buy it when I see it. Will Asia Books carry it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptou Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Blimey.Good on yer.i'll check out the blog at some point. Be careful on the celebrating though.Not sure i want to read a sequel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Congrats Garro, I shall go and buy a copy this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timonase Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Congrats from me as well..... i bought a copy today...will read it on my vacation. regards Timo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbojangles Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Congrats Garro on writing and getting published your book. An achievement, many aspire to do but so few actually do. I'll buy a copy when i'm back in Los in a couple of months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 I would just like to take this opportunity to thank the Thai Visa members who encouraged me to get a publisher for my first book, 'Last Escape' . http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?ac...=2&t=145109I would especially like to thank members such as Andrew Hicks, writer of Thai Girl, for their advice and help. Bangkok bookhouse published my book and it was released a few days ago. It should be in shops throughout Thailand, and SE Asia shortly. My book was inspired by a blog, which I began on ThaiVisa last year, and although it has changed a lot since that incarnation it owes a lot to this site. Thank you ThaiVisa. http://www.fictionasia.com/ http://www.bangkokbooks.com/ http://paulgarrigan.blogspot.com/ Don't forget to drop off a copy for Monk Gordon. Haven't been up to see him for a couple months, will probably go early February. Usually stop by TESCO-LOTUS and grap him a pizza, large size. Or if I've been down to Sukumvit a day or two prior to a visit, get him a Subway, Italian BMT, foot long, double meat, everything on it! I met Gordon via the Lao-Hmong connection a few years back. Oh, yes congrats on your success!! Mac Last Escape Author : Garrigan Paul ISBN : 978974-13-42426 Category : Asia Inside-Out Pages : 198 Format : 130 x 198 mm Description : This is the true story of how a hopeless drunk found redemption in a Thai temple. He went there out of desperation and knew it to be his last hope. The Buddhist monks offered him what other treatment centers couldn’t. The odds were stacked against him. All his previous attempts to quit his addiction ended in failure. Why should this time be any different? The temple program was harsh but he quickly realises that his body and mind are rapidly healing. He dares to hope that maybe this could really work. Price : 395 Baht / US$ 13.17 Monk Gordon ... wow. He has been at the Temple forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seonai Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Hey Garro, are you in to publishing some stuff about Tuberculosis related to probs in SE Asia ??? Also could you just clearly state the name of the temple again please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garro Posted January 23, 2008 Author Share Posted January 23, 2008 Hey Garro, are you in to publishing some stuff about Tuberculosis related to probs in SE Asia ??? Also could you just clearly state the name of the temple again please Seonai, the name of the temple is Wat Thamkrabok. I can't say that I've ever considered publishing stuff about TB. As a nurse I looked after people with the conditon, but I wouldn't claim to know that much about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traveller5000 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 I'd be very very interested in reading this book. Nice marketing skills u got there too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xangsamhua Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Well done. Hope the book sells up a storm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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