Jim Posted October 11, 2017 Hi, I have been sent a copy of the The LEGO Trains Book by the awesome people at No Starch Press. Is anyone interested in writing a review for this very nice book? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raised Posted October 11, 2017 Sure, I wouldn't mind writing one! (In what timespan should it be posted?) Even though I'm not that active here, so maybe somebody else is better qualified? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted October 11, 2017 Let's wait another 24 hours or so and if someone else is responding I will do a raffle. I don't mind that you are not that active, as long as you are enthusiastic about trains There is no fixed timespan or embargo or something, so within a couple of weeks would be fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glenn Holland Posted October 11, 2017 I actually wrote a review which was posted just yesterday on Brick Model Railroader. I found the book to be great! A rewrite was long overdue sine Jake McKees’s Getting Started With LEGO Trains from so long ago Holger did an amazing job with all the information, pictures, and instructions I’d love to hear other people thoughts as well! Glenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeteM Posted October 11, 2017 I'd be interested, though I am 'overseas'... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toastie Posted October 11, 2017 I believe that there are already enough highly qualified applicants. And I believe that Holger is one of the most recognized LEGO train enthusiasts, supporter, inventor, and builder - and even more importantly - knowledgeable person. The book says all. When the timeframe is weeks, I am happy to provide some comments. It would be so motivating different form the reviews I am writing way too many times for journals dealing with ion-molecule chemistry But again: @PeteM, Glenn, and @raised may be much more qualified! Regards Thorsten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rail Co Posted October 11, 2017 I'd love to do a review, I haven't done a lot of reviews though so I don't expect you to pick me. If I did happen to be sent it I would do my best to make a non-biased review and I have been collecting trains for awhile now across all systems. Thanks for the opportunity, -RailCo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted October 12, 2017 9 hours ago, PeteM said: I'd be interested, though I am 'overseas'... That won't be a problem. 7 hours ago, Rail Co said: I'd love to do a review, I haven't done a lot of reviews though so I don't expect you to pick me. If I did happen to be sent it I would do my best to make a non-biased review and I have been collecting trains for awhile now across all systems. As long as you take your time to try and write a proper review, I am perfectly fine with unexperienced reviewers I will conduct a raffle around noon. For now I have: 1. @raised 2. @PeteM 3. @Toastie 4. @Rail Co Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rail Co Posted October 13, 2017 17 hours ago, Jim said: As long as you take your time to try and write a proper review, I am perfectly fine with unexperienced reviewers Sounds good to me! Let us know who gets the honor of reviewing the book! Thanks, -RailCo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted October 13, 2017 I totally forgot to conduct the raffle yesterday. Had a busy afternoon at work Here we go....mightly random.org...show me a number between 1 and 4.... The winner is 3 Congrats @Toastie. Apparently, the universe has chosen a train book review with ion-molecule chemistry I will send you a PM, which already includes a link to a dropbox file with a bunch of images PS Nice to see that there are lots of enthusiastic members in this forum. I will keep that in mind when (if) I get another train book Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeteM Posted October 13, 2017 Congratulations! Can't wait to read the review :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toastie Posted October 13, 2017 Just now, PeteM said: Congratulations! Can't wait to read the review :) @PeteM You know what I like so much on EB? Feeling being within in a true "community". It means a lot to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted October 14, 2017 9 hours ago, Toastie said: You know what I like so much on EB? Feeling being within in a true "community". It means a lot to me. I'm happy for you Toastie and I'm satisfied with the choice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Posted October 14, 2017 9 hours ago, Toastie said: You know what I like so much on EB? Feeling being within in a true "community". It means a lot to me. That is exactly the spirit we like to see. That is why I love EB so much as well 23 minutes ago, LEGO Train 12 Volts said: I'm happy for you Toastie and I'm satisfied with the choice He is The Chosen One Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
