Festoon Publishing has recently experienced a surge of activity with the addition of four new books to its catalogue. Written by my wife Susan Holden and illustrated by my son Jordan, these publications represent a true family collaboration. I’m immensely proud to see them in print. The books are already gaining international traction, with sales coming from Germany, Great Britain, and the USA.
The four titles—The Home Team, I Need You Son, Something Useful, and Sweet Treat—target four to six year olds with expressive verse and engaging illustrations. Previously published in paperback, and also in eBook format through Lulu, these books are now available as hardcover editions. Libraries and schools prefer hardcover books for their durability and superior display properties on their bookshelves.
I believe one reason these books are selling so quickly is that customers can now preview the first few pages before buying. This gives them confidence, as sometimes the cover doesn’t fully reflect what’s inside. At Festoon Publishing, we strive for “truth in advertising” by ensuring our covers accurately represent the content within.
I am pleased to report that there are some tasks that come across my desk with the potential to bring hope to those seeking truth in a world marked by disillusionment and uncertainty. One such project that I am involved with is creating a calendar that highlights key dates and events pointing to a profound, eternal promise that we can all look forward to, and is rooted in the Word of God. While this project is still in its early stages, it ought to find completion in the next week or two. More details will be shared in a future blog post.
We can expect another title to be published within the next week or so (I’m keeping the title under wraps for now). The steady process of editing, typesetting, and finally receiving the proof copy is complete—it’s here and ready for a final check before we press the approval-for-print button. But the process doesn’t end there! Once the first batch of books has been printed, it’s time for the book launch. This is always a fun occasion where everyone who has played a part—whether in writing, editing, creating images, or simply encouraging the author through difficult moments of desperation—comes together for a small celebration. We gather at a venue to host a book signing and presentation for the public. More on this in a later blog – hopefully not too far away.
Stay tuned for more updates, and if you enjoyed reading one of our books from Festoon Publishing, send us a line at info@festoonpublishing.com.au
