UPDATE July 7: now that the exact weight is known, shipping classes could be adjusted (see yellow markings below). As a result, ordering more books at once has become more affordable. If you would like to add to your order, because of the lower shipping costs, please let me know!
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As I had to wait for a dummy (empty pages and cover only) of the book, in order to establish mail costs, there was time to further improve content and design of the book. Yesterday the final file was mailed to the printer.
Earlier it was suggested to me that a significantly cheaper (and possibly faster) option for international mail was possible, but at close examination, I found there were too many risks involved. This option does not include the possibility of track and trace — which I prefer in the interest of both the recipient and the sender — and has a higher risk of the parcel being returned or getting lost. Therefore, I will keep the method used with the earlier editions, for now.
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I still hope that (mailing) companies, publishing houses or sponsors, in particular in the US, Canada and Australia will be willing to participate in the project, which would make distribution in these countries much faster and cheaper. Also, as I would much rather focus more on research and translation, than on managing the Foundation, I hope to get practical support from experienced and motivated new (advisory?) board members. |
release date [updated 30 July]
[On July 27, I was informed that the binder needs more time than was expected. However, an actual shipping date could now be set. The books will be shipped (to all who ordered) on August 15. All this delay has been nerve-racking to me, as I know it was for some of those who ordered early. I will learn my lessons from it.]
Earlier I thought that the books could be printed and shipped in June. This was much too optimistic. (Please note that this project is not my job; this is voluntary work and I am a family father with many other things on my plate.) The good news, however, is that I had more time to improve both content and design: it will be worth the extra wait. Also, because I managed to make a good production deal, I could lower the book price to €48.
if you would like to withdraw your order and get a full refund
If you have ordered and paid, but do not accept this delay, simply send me a message so I can refund the whole amount of what you paid. Please do not claim a refund at your (credit card or other) payment system, as they tend to impose significant fines and the OL Foundation is not a commercial business.
mail costs
There are two variables: quantity of books and destination. For each of the 4 destination groups I will list a table below. All mail costs include track & trace service. However, in last years experience this service was not reliable in ca. 3% of the cases. For quantities > 5 books outside of Europe (or > 12 within Europe), please contact me.
1. Netherlands
| 1 book |
€ 4,10 |
| 2 to 6 books |
€ 6,75 |
| 7 to 14 books |
€ 13, - |
| > 14 books |
please inquire |
2. Europe 1*
| 1 book |
per 22 August: € 10.00 |
| 2 to 3 books |
€ 19.50 |
| 4 to 6 books |
€ 25. - |
| 7 to 12 books |
€ 34. - |
| 13 to 14 books |
€ 45. - |
| > 14 books |
please inquire |
3. Europe 2*
| 1 book |
per 22 August: € 12.50 |
| 2 to 3 books |
€ 25. - |
| 4 to 6 books |
€ 31. - |
| 7 to 12 books |
€ 40. - |
| 13 to 14 books |
€ 55. - |
| > 14 books |
please inquire |
4. Other*
| 1 book |
per 22 August: € 21.00 (ca. 22 US$) |
| 2 to 3 books |
€ 38.80 (ca. 41 US$) |
| 4 to 6 books |
€ 68.30 (ca. 72 US$) |
| 7 to 12 books |
€ 125.30 maximum, possibly less; please inquire |
Price per book is € 48. - (go to web shop to order or see page samples at oeralinda.nl). For orders of 10 of more, discounts can be arranged (please inquire).
Because there are many variables already, I have decided to not yet include the possibility to order leather bound versions of the book.
How many copies will there be or is it an indefinite amount?
ReplyDelete500 initially, but there will be reprints as long as the OL Foundation (or a follow up) is active, sometimes updated and perhaps restyled. Another paperback version may be added again. A new PDF / ebook will also be made available next month.
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