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You talked. We listened. Many of you ask for periodic updates on what new titles are in the works, who has the bestsellers, which staff members do what functions, where to send new proposals, how to market your books, and so on. So here are your answers, all in this concise, easy-to-read quarterly eNewsletter. Whether you are a current author, a future author, a reseller, or a reader or viewer of Fire Engineering Books & Videos, you will find this information of interest. And if you want to contribute to future eNewsletters, e-mail your items to [email protected].
NEW TITLES
Check out these new titles from Fire Engineering Books & Videos:
Take advantage of our new Training in a Box offer! This season’s box includes:
- Paul Combs designed T-shirt
- Res-Q-Wrench multi-tool
- 1-year subscription to FireEngineeringVideos.com
- 3 of our bestselling books
PRODUCT SHOWCASE
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This bundle includes the entire Pass It On collection. Each book contains memoirs from fire service professionals who have dedicated their lives to protecting others. These books offer a tremendous perspective that’s sure to change your outlook on your career as a first responder.
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Training in a Box includes a Paul Combs custom T-shirt, TFT’s Res-Q-Wrench, a 1-year subscription to FireEngineeringVideos.com, and three of our top-selling titles … All for $199! This offer is only available seasonally, so get yours while supplies last!
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The new edition of Fire Engineering’s Handbook for Firefighter I and II has been updated with the latest National Fire Protection Association standards. We also offer ancillary materials for students and instructors.
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Diane Rothschild, executive editor and conference director at Clarion Events, recently sat down with Chris Barton from Fire Engineering Books & Videos to get to know him better. Here is their conversation:
DR: What is your current title?
CB: Development Editor
DR: How long have you worked for PennWell and now Clarion?
CB: Since June 2017.
DR: In what positions?
CB: I began editing manuscripts and now organize, develop, and present new titles; produce book covers; and conduct evaluations on manuscripts, independent reviews, and new book proposals.
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AUTHORS ON THE MOVE
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Douglas Cline is president of the South Carolina State Association of Fire Chiefs.
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Randall Hanifen was promoted to assistant chief of operations for the West Chester (OH) Fire Department and was elected vice president of the Institution of Fire Engineers-USA Branch.
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People often ask, what is the process for submitting a book proposal? Follow these simple steps, outlined below.
Please include the following in electronic format:
- Your project outline or table of contents.
- A sample chapter or if not available, another writing sample related to your topic.
- Your current professional resume, including past publications and speaking events.
Click here for additional details and to submit your proposal!
BESTSELLERS
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This fifth edition conveys valuable information gained over the past several years from scientific research relating to the tactics that we use to the changes that have taken place within our communities. Failure to recognize change and adapt to it places a fire department at a great disadvantage and can cost lives and property.
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Top 5 Bestsellers (by quantity sold):
Pass It On 3 by Billy Goldfeder & Friends
Step Up and Lead by Frank Viscuso
From Buddy to Boss, 2nd Ed. by Chase Sargent
Fire Officer’s Handbook of Tactics, 5th Ed. by John Norman
Pass It On Bundle by Billy Goldfeder
MEET THE AUTHOR
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Anthony Kastros is a 31-year fire service veteran and battalion chief for Sacramento Metro (CA) Fire District. He is founder of TrainFirefighters.com, through which he teaches promotional, leadership, and command workshops throughout America.
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BOOK EXCERPT
A guy with two bullets in his head is still breathing, fighting, and dying. . . .
We did our thing and got him to the trauma room. He is still alive, but just barely.
Days later the patient’s sister, a nurse I work with at the ER we transported him to, thanks us for a job well done
and tells me her brother
is still alive, still fighting.
That feeling never goes away.
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MARKETING TIP OF THE MONTH
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typing @FireEngineeringBooksVideos & @FireEngineeringMagazine in your
posts!
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& @fireengineering to help us push your book for you!
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