It's offical: I'm writing a book (sort of Press Release)

Dennis88

Hello everyone,

After 2 1/2 years of reading, learning, writing some articles, more reading and even more learning and writing, I decided to write my first book. I've long been thinking if I should do it, 'cause I'm only 16 years old, live in the Netherlands, and english is not my first languange (I think my second). I haven't even visited the US yet (probably summer next year)

But last weekend, I was sure. The introduction is now finished, with even more information in it than I expected... But that's nice isn't it???

Now on to the subject. Some of you know it already, but it's about Gobrecht Dollars. The complete title at this point is:

"Gobrecht Dollars: A complete guide to all dies, both originals and restrikes"
(Please note that the title may get changed)

Now I hear you guys asking, what will be covered?? Here are some things I like to do:

-Information about Silver Dollars in General
-Some information about the people involved at the time of the minting
-Minting processes
-Information on all originals and restrikes, when they were minted, when delivered etc...

And more.....

Biggest problem for me would be to find a publisher who want's to publish a book from a 16-17 year old from the Netherlands, but I'm sure I can find a solution for that

That's it for now. I will keep you guys informed how it goes

Comments are greatly appreciated,

Dennis Hengeveld
Ruurlo, The Netherlands

mgoodm3

Sounds like a nice project. Take your time and do it right.

wam98

Hey that's cool. Here's wishing you success.

RYK

Dennis, your parents must think you're hanging out with the "wrong crowd."

Good luck with it, Dennis.

Longacre

That's great. Maybe you should contact one of the big numismatic authors to get some pointers on how to approach the project, and how to get access to the coins themselves. Also, do you think you can self publish it?

PS. I love visiting Amsterdam, although I always have to remember not to go to a coffee shop if I want a latte, and those windows with the red curtains are not the Chinese embassy.

Dennis88

<< <i>That's great. Maybe you should contact one of the big numismatic authors to get some pointers on how to approach the project, and how to get access to the coins themselves. Also, do you think you can self publish it?

PS. I love visiting Amsterdam, although I always have to remember not to go to a coffee shop if I want a latte, and those windows with the red curtains are not the Chinese embassy. >>



I've contacted Dave Bowers, but I know he's very busy, so I let that rest for a while. Not sure about the publishing part yet....

I don't like Amsterdam, way too big. (I live on the countryside The only time I come there are for concerts or soccer games

Dennis

kranky

If your book has accurate.quality information, is well-written, has good photos, and fills a need, it won't matter how old you are. One of the issues will be how to convince a publisher that your book is authoritative, because you don't have the years of experience to have people vouch for you. That's going to be a function of how hard you work to collect data and use good sources.

I would email Q. David Bowers and get his thoughts. I bet he responds.

[edit: didn't see that you already did that.]

Dennis88

<< <i>Dennis, your parents must think you're hanging out with the "wrong crowd."

Good luck with it, Dennis. >>



They actually do think that sometimes. And with the wrong crowd they mean Americans

Dennis

tradedollarnut

Great project!

RYK

[i<< Dennis, your parents must think you're hanging out with the "wrong crowd. >>

They actually do think that sometimes. And with the wrong crowd they mean Americans.

American coin geeks!

ss350camaro

Dennis,

Awesome !! Keep your focus and don't let 'down time' keep you from finishing what you started.

I expect a message when it's all done and ready for distribution. I want a signed copy for my Library

michael

good luck with the book dennis keep us informed

i will buy a signed copy

Neptune

That will keep you busy for awhile. A very intense project for someone your age. I am impressed, as I'm sure your parents are.
I'm sure it will be very enjoyable and FUN - altho lots of hard work. Keep extra copies and backups of your work as you go along.

slabseller

This is wrong you go find some goths and hang with them right now!

northcoin

Well, if you are looking for some inspiration may I suggest you take a visit to see the original writings of another 16 year old there in the Netherlands where you reside. Last Saturday I was in Amsterdam and had the opportunity to spend several hours at the Ann Frank House overlooking one of the canals. I was surprised that her original diaries are there on display and was humbled to learn she had the inspiration to spend the three months preceeding her arrest using her diaries as the source material for the draft manuscript of the book that she herself titled, "The Secret Annex" and which was originally published under that name.

By the way, I enjoyed getting to see the daffodils and crocuses in full bloom, but envy your soon getting to see the emergence of the tulips.

Dennis88

<< <i>Well, if you are looking for some inspiration may I suggest you take a visit to see the original writings of another 16 year old there in the Netherlands where you reside. Last Saturday I was in Amsterdam and had the opportunity to spend several hours at the Ann Frank House overlooking one of the canals. I was surprised that her original diaries are there on display and was humbled to learn she had the inspiration to spend the three months preceeding her arrest using her diaries as the source material for the draft manuscript of the book that she herself titled, "The Secret Annex" and which was originally published under that name.

By the way, I enjoyed getting to see the daffodils and crocuses in full bloom, but envy your soon getting to see the emergence of the tulips. >>



Been there, done that. It's a great museum, and a good book which IMHO all people in the world should read.

Dennis

Dennis88

TTT

cladking

Sounds great. Good luck.

Dennis88

Just one thing, I'm still looking for pictures and auction descriptions. You can e-mail me at qeagle88@gmail.com

Dennis