As keener followers will know, I lost my longhaired dachshund and sidekick, Royston, two weeks ago.  It’s been a hard loss to take.  He was one in a million.  I want to mark his passing by doing something special.    In his last weeks, he needed a lot of treatment.  Luckily, we’ve been able to afford to keep up with the bills but not everyone can.  I couldn’t save Royston but I can save someone else.  So, in Royston’s honor, anyone who buys a book or download from my Bookshop this week, I will donate 100% of the proceeds to Best Friends Animals Sanctuary.  If there’s an out of print title/hardback or any audio book you’re looking, drop me a note, as I may have one hidden away.  For the more adventurous among you, you might be interested in one of my famous Mystery Book Boxes.  Whatever you want, just let me know.  My goal is to raise $500.  Whatever the shortfall, I will make up the difference.  If I exceed the goal, then I will match whatever is raised dollar for dollar.

BF Primary Logo_Orange ProcessWhether you’re a first time reader of mine or you’re looking for a gift for a friend, I hope you’ll take part and help me support a great charity.

Feel to share this post this post online.  I’d really like to send Royston off in style.  Thanks.

9 thoughts on “SHELF LIFE: Supporting Best Friends Because Of My Best Friend

  1. Lyn Churchyard

    Does this include e-books Simon? I live in Australia, so it would cost you more to post a paperback than the book costs. Of course I could always just donate the cost of the book.  I don’t know what I’d do if I ever lost my little Cavoodle, Cally. 

    1. slimey1

      Thanks so much, Lyn. It does apply to actual books but feel free to donate direct. 🙂

      simon

      1. Lyn Churchyard

        Hi Simon,
        Okay, I’ve ordered two books, but only send one. The extra can cover the added cost of posting the book to Australia. 
        Cheers,
        Lyn

        1. slimey1

          Gotcha. Send you an email but you can ignore it now. Thanks.

          simon

  2. Kathleen Bylsma

    How can I buy a paperback at B&N and get the donation to you?

    1. slimey1

      Hi Kathleen: If you buy it direct from http://simonwood.net/bookshop/ I’ll autograph it and donate all the money to the Best Friends. If you buy it from B&N, tell what book you bought, I’ll donate my royalty to the total. Essentially, if you buy it from me, more will go to charity. Hopefully, that’s enough arm twisting. 🙂

      simon

  3. Jolene Bertera

    I would like to make a donation in Royston’s honor, but I have all your books.  How can I just give cash?

    1. slimey1

      You can paypal me your donation and I’ll add it the total. Thanks.

  4. simon

    Just FYI, I did reach and exceed the $500 goal. I don’t know the exact total as I’m still waiting on a couple of donations, but I will be matching the donations dollar for dollar…

    simon

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