David Irving engaged in online sales through his bookstore, Irvingbooks.com, utilizing platforms and strategies to reach international customers. This activity was a significant source of income and involved logistical challenges related to shipping and payment processing.
Irving's online sales efforts were primarily focused on selling books, particularly those written by his parents and his own historical works. He explored various methods for fulfilling orders, including book scanning and potential reprint services. The diary entries reveal a constant effort to manage orders, shipping, and financial aspects of the online business.
* 2019: Overnight book sales were recorded, with six sales on April 28th, primarily to overseas customers. Carey Roberts commented positively on the bookstore website. Irvingbooks.com * 2021: Irving was "polishing" books and considering reprint options via Lightning Source of Tennessee to offer them through the bookstore. He was also exploring book-scanning services to avoid damage. He needed to arrange shipment of books (Nuremberg and Hitler's War) from London to Florida, involving approximately half a pallet. * 2021: Kathy reported that Jaenelle had learned to use Bitcoin, prompting discussion about financial risk and a potential loan of $1000. * 2022: Sales appeared to be up, and Beatrice was potentially taking over sales in Australia and New Zealand. * 2023: A sale of $64.50 was processed to Jackson Cooke on December 29th. Focal Point Publications handled the transaction. * 2023: Kathy sent a War Path order to Finland. * 2023: Irving was dealing with 38 emails related to the bookstore.
Initially, online sales seemed to be a smaller operation, with relatively few orders. Over time, the complexity increased, involving discussions about shipping logistics, payment processing (Bitcoin), and potential expansion into new markets (Australia and New Zealand). The diary entries also reflect a growing awareness of financial risks and the need for efficient order management.
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