I am currently in the process of getting Lonk published in hardcover and e-book through other distribution methods, such as the traditional brick and mortar retailers (Barnes & Noble, Target, Wal-Mart) and libraries, for example. I find IngramSpark's website interface to be somewhat minimalistic, and could do more to add to its form and function. I've had to resubmit my cover page design twice (so far) because of size dimension and the spine text issues. The processing time (wait time) is frustrating in this "I-want-it-now  generation" we live in, but I guess the publishing world still runs on a slightly slower time frame. Which is okay. As it tests my patience. I have to admit I probably spend excessive time visiting and refreshing the IngramSpark website. Time to get out of the house...again! 

I'm still waiting for some reviews, but have also taken some proactive steps. I sent an email to my local newspaper, the Surrey Leader, which does run stories on local indie authors. So, I'm hopeful for a positive response. Also, I submitted a request for a book review from Publishers Weekly. It will take 12 weeks or possibly longer. So it's a bit of a waiting game. 

During this entire writing/publishing process, I intentionally did not write down the process (and trials) it has taken. In hindsight, I wish I had. This will be an attempt to rectify that error.