... He's also invited me onto his radio show when the book's launched! ...
David — I hope you haven't forgotten Carl Chinn's offer of free local publicity. Local sales could well be your best market for the book, so a well-publicised launch at the Smethwick Heritage Centre is important. And I am sure that the Express & Star would be prepared to publicise what their piece initiated. All three events should be carefully planned.
It looks as if I am committed to two copies, one (with an appropriate inscription) for my niece Liz, who seems to have unwittingly started all this, and an initial copy for me. Now I know you really want us to pay by some hi-tech process, but I would prefer to pay by a simple cheque. Is this possible? Please email me with details. ... and would I have to pay extra for a possibly unique unsigned copy?
Bernard C.

ps — David, just look at the total number of views of this topic. Amazing!