book update 1

Okay guys. Instead of posting every update on a chapter of Progressive Education, I will just link back to a blog post that should answer all your questions. This one will address all of the questions I have recieved thus far, but if you continue to have questions I won't mind answering them at all. 

 

Okay. My first concern with this book was - as several pointed out - legality. I do not under any circumstances want to be sued for defamation of EXO or any SM artist. I have been consulting extensively with a lawyer on this matter, as I want to protect myself from lawsuits. As far as I have understood, as long as I include a disclaimer with the book stating that it's a work of fiction and so on and so forth, I should be okay legally. Still, I'm a little nervous so I've been playing with the idea of changing the names of the characters. This is something I don't want to do, but if it will protect me from lawsuits I may have to. What are your thoughts on this? Also, I hope it goes without saying that anyone who purchases a copy of this book will be discreet with it. If you get to meet EXO, for the love of god don't take the book and have them sign it or anything. And I'd appreciate it if my readers wouldn't announce it elsewhere other than my page. You can link to me, obviously, but I would prefer no one to do 'promotions' or whatever for me. 

 

Several of you said that you wanted a copy of the book but expressed concern that you lived too far away for shipping. If you want a copy of this book, I wouldn't let that stop you. I am American, as I'm sure most of you know, and therefore can easily ship anywhere in the US (Europe and South America shouldn't be too hefty of a price either). But, as you probably already know if you read my writing, I am moving to Korea. In less than a month, actually. So I will also be able to ship from Korea to elsewhere in Asia, which will cut down on shipping costs. So please don't be too concerned about it. If you'd like a copy, we can most likely work it out. 

 

As for the bonus chapters. Most people seemed to want to leave the bonus chapters where they are, which I agree with. I feel that if I just bundle all the bonus chapters at the end, without the context of the story, they could get confusing and less interesting. So my solution is this: I will leave the bonus chapters within the story as they are with distinct markers to differentiate them for bonus chapters. There will be a big label at the top that says BONUS CHAPTER and then underneath it will either say 'could have been' or 'behind closed doors.' Could have been will refer to bonus chapters that do not take place in the story. For example, the foursome scene with Kyungsoo, Jongin, Luhan, and Sehun or the scene where Suho and Tao sleep together. These are just little scnearious that I wanted to write - or readers asked for - but don't actually go in the story. The other subheading, behind closed doors, indicates scenes that do actually happen in the story but, as they are not told from Kyungsoo's perspective, aren't integral to the story line. That way you can easily skip over bonus chapters that have nothing to do with the story, the could have beens, and go back and read them if you so wish. What do you guys think about this solution? 

 

I've gotten several ideas for covers - thank you to those that have submitted! - and also some fanart - thanks to you guys too! - but I'm always looking for more. I'm thinking warm colors but something simple - not too busy or loud. When coming up with covers, I also have to think about copywrite on photographs. But please keep sending in the ideas! I love them! <333

 

When it comes time to sign up for the book, I will create another blog post and let you know where to send your order and how to pay for it. I am thinking of using paypal, as that is secure and widely accessible to anyone. If you don't have a paypal account and can't create one, I am willing to work with you. When the time comes, I will give you guys an email address. There will be a form to fill out that you will email me and I will add you to the list that way. 

 

Another thing several people mentioned was an electronic copy - like for an e-reader or kindle or ipad etc. This is actually a really good idea as well and I'm looking into it, but I don't have the details on that yet. I would still have to charge for an electronic version, but again I don't know the specifics yet. I will let you guys know when I do ^^

 

Okay, so this seems to be about it. I think I've addressed most of the questions/concerns you guys had. If there is still anything that is unclear or you still have questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to let me know. Also, please leave feedback! I'd love to know your thoughts on this!

 

Thanks guys! And as always, thanks for reading and being so amazing! 

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audbear #1
Is you still selling...
Imma ask my friends to get it for my bday if so, because like
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are the feels when I read this fic
Chongxinying #2
Sorry but are you still selling the book?
vedved82491 #3
First off, I want to let you know how proud I am of you. I first started reading this fic just about a year ago. I lost my job last January and was really down. With my love of EXO, I found comfort in reading fanfics (who would've thought?). Over several weeks, I read many fics, some angsty, some fluffy, many oneshots, and some unfinished pieces. I used to comment on almost every chapter that you released.

Then I disappeared for about a year and lost interest in fics. It wasn't until a few days ago, somebody posted something about Kaisoo fics, and I browsed at some of them, but none quite lived up to that miraculously amazing foursome scene of Bonus Chapter 4. At that point, I realized that you had added about 21 more chapters in the span of a year. I had to re-read a few chapters to refresh my memory, but I was instantly able to jump back into the story. I forgot how much of an absolutely amazing writer you are. You've dedicated so much time and effort to write such a beautiful piece of writing that so many people can relate to. As a gay male in my 20's, I absolutely LOVED the coming out stories.

You have this ability to create emotional pieces tied with ual flare. I was thrilled to see that you're considering making this into a book, and yes, I will definitely be requesting a copy. I'm sad to see this story almost close, but every good thing must eventually come to an end.

Again, I'm so proud of you! You go girl!

-Vedran
MissAshleyCakes
#4
Yay! I hope everything works out! I will definitely buy it from you once you get it all complete! I've said this several times to you, but I'm going to say it again: You are an AMAZING writer. And this fanfic is probably my favorite fanfic I've read! Thank youuu~ :)
sparkel1
#5
wow, this was kinda long ;)
so, there are no probs with shipping to europe? i guess me and my friends would 'order' together to hopefully lessen the costs, if that is possible.. and another question, i hope this isn't stupid or anything - you will first finish the story before 'publishing' that book, won't you? - no need to hurry (please don't!! O__O) because i'd like to read on a little more.. if you know what i mean ;D
HWAITING!! for your story and your book-idea - i hope everything will be alright!! :D
PS: i'd very much dislike the changing of their names, i'm sorry.. i do understand it that you want to be protected - but have you maybe tried contacting sm directly to ask them? o.O i mean, you can still change it and make like.. a 'list' - eg kyungsoo's new name would be 'Tim' (horrible name - couldn't come up with anything else^^) then you could write down
Tim = the owl - or.. i dunno:
Jim = the deer
Joe = the troll
and so on and so forth.. so any exotic would know who's who and you'd still be safe :) (please let them have their real names if possible >.<)

anyway, THANKS SO MUCH!! :3 Hwaiting eonni~ <3
squishy_soo #6
I'm from South America and I really want it! If the payment is through paypal I have no problem :)
tabbielf #7
I'm in the us and willing to buy. if not right away then eventually
B2utythatSHINes
#8
im in Australia and have paypal :D
mymonkey
#9
I'm from Asia and am willing to buy, really. <3
Can't wait! I don't have paypal though.. so, I'll just wait.
Thanks a ton! hihi
Zelo-lover
#10
I made a front and back cover but I don't know how to send it to you.
Rimuliz
#11
**shipping will be less expensive
Rimuliz
#12
I am legitimately so excited to get a copy of Progressive Education from you!! I will probably wait until you move to Korea because I live in Australia and shipping will be expensive. But I dont know if I can do it! I need a copy asap! Haha

Thank you for being an amazing author. You have a phenomenal talent :) :)
sohbet
#13
Really glad youre consulting with a lawyer on this and being considerate re:defamation, renaming, etc etc <3
ttrinhh #14
I really hope you won't change the names but if it's more convenient for you then you should decide it
forshizzlemydrizzle #15
would you have to change the names?? because i read another fic that got published and the author had to change the names..sorry if this caused you more trouble... but this whole idea is superb^^