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Going Whole Hog Cookbook: Now Available

Multiple Editions Offered on New Sales Page

WE expect to order a Limited Supply to Sell

Want a hardcover or digital version of our expanded and updated SC BBQ cookbook?

First edition. 300 pages. Premium color.

*see FAQs below

Recipes, traditions, & history

While it’s true this authentic collection comes from some of SC’s most renowned pitmasters, many are family recipes — some generations old — from SC’s best backyard and competition cooks. Sauces and rubs, meats, hash, sides, and desserts: each enjoys a dedicated chapter. Beyond the recipes, you’ll enjoy the histories and special features spotlighting the people who have made South Carolina barbecue what it is today.

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Cookbook FAQs: What You Need to Know

Will there be a digital version?

Yes, a PDF version is available. Two options exist, actually. A standard edition and a “permanent edition.” They are both exactly the same, but the permanent edition entitles you to all future updates and improvements.

By the way, if you purchased the Permanent Edition version of the original ebook, your advanced digital copy of Going Whole Hog was sent to you on Fri, September 22. Note: if you ever unsubscribed from the email list, I am not legally able to send you those emails. Please contact me directly from the email address associated with your purchase.

Will the cookbook be available in bookstores or other retail outlets in the future?

It’s possible, but no real plans are in place at this time. Since this book is completely self-published, I don’t have a big company behind me to get them widely into local bookstores.

I have had a restaurant owner and two small shop owners ask if they could carry the books in their places, so that’s a possibility I’m looking into as I write this.

Also, I am offering an American-printed option on Amazon, as requested. The prices are very high (about $65) because it is printed in the US, via print-on-demand and Amazon takes a 60% royalty fee. Frankly, I don’t recommend buying on Amazon unless the American-made option is important to you…or if I run out of extras. Here is an email I wrote to our subscribers detailing the differences between the Amazon version and the version printed overseas.

I live outside the United States. Will there be options for international ordering in the future?

Because I don’t really understand how best to set up international shipping, we’ll have to do a private sale. That means, you will go to our Etsy shop and message me on their platform. Inside the message, I can set up that private sale.

Will there be any events, book signings, or promotions where I might get a copy in the future?

Nope. Truth is, despite 28 years as a high school teacher and a somewhat public presence online, I’m quite the introvert, and that just sounds painful to me. However, as I am most comfortable communicating with written words, I am more than happy to sign a book for you before I mail it to you. 😀

Take a Look Inside

What Folks Have Said

Here’s some of the feedback I received on the original edition. The new version is much expanded and much improved.

Had High Expectations, They were Exceeded

What an exceptional piece of documented culinary South Carolina history. The effort and care taken to share its native recipes, many of which come from the more famous names regionally (even if by copycat on some, that can be understood) was mind-blowing. What impressed me more was the totality of recipes coming from parts of the BBQ world I’ve not had a chance to explore, like upstate beef-centered hash (I’m a lowcountry boy, hog hash is all I’ve ever known).

I also appreciated the care taken to show off the less famous names of many who shared recipes passed down from generations.

The artwork/photography jumps off the page, the variety of rubs, sauces, methods and styles of cooking, and even sides/desserts and other items is just amazing and structured well.

I’ve not yet met anyone who takes an interest in BBQ that has seen this book say anything to me other than “Where can I get one of those?”

Seth Kimble

LOOK NO FURTHER

What I liked most about the cookbook was all the southern recipes…pork recipes galore! Want southern home cooking? Look no further! Awesome cookbook!

Jay M

An Absolutely Awesome Book for BBQ Enthusiasts!

You will find it very hard to lay this book down once you start digging in it! This book is a “must” for all things BBQ! This book is a Jewel!

Jim,

You must be exhausted! You, My Friend, have put together one hell of a book on BBQ! I was only able to read sections at a time because of me drooling on my computer as I looked through these recipes! Thank you for your indepth research and gem of a collection of some of the best BBQ recipes and sides around! Keep up the great work! I gained 10 pounds just reading through this book!🤣🤣 You are without a doubt The BBQ Man’s BBQ Man!
Happy Holidays Jim to you and your family.

Warm Regards,

Bob Jackson

Bob Jackson

WONDERFUL TO READ

Just reading quickly through it, I love the history it gives. My Uncle taught me how to do a whole hog over green oak coals and I have loved it ever since. I cannot wait to start the recipes as soon as my back gets better from surgery. We just used red pepper and vinegar my Aunt couldn’t remember one other ingredient from a restaurant in South Carolina, so I am excited to try all that you have.

I have already bought one for my son in law’s birthday and told many people I know about it. I tell them about the history you have and the sauces. And most of them are real excited. If you really like BBQ, you should try it .

Keep doing what you are doing. For those of us that can’t travel right now, it is wonderful to read your emails and read your book. I will make a lot of your recipes and enjoy every one of them. Thank You!

Milton Stiner

So many recipes. Can’t wait to try them all!

Best cookbook I’ve ever owned. Great recipes for all things meat. I’ve already planned which ones to try next weekend. You won’t regret buying this cookbook. I’ve already shared the book with others and they were so impressed, they ordered one.

Dennis Hutton

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Mark Britt

Tuesday 2nd of January 2024

Hi Jim! First, what a fabulous resource you have created here on this site! Thanks! Second, I look forward to buying a digital copy of the book when you get it ready to go. I am teaching a 3-week class (BBQ: It's a noun not a verb!) this May at Furman and am hoping to share with my students much of the info you have in the book. Please let me know when we can purchase the book! Thank you! Mark

James Roller

Wednesday 3rd of January 2024

@Mark Britt, I'm flattered. As a retired teacher, myself, I am happy to provide you a copy. I have emailed you with details. Thanks! Jim

James R Snell

Wednesday 11th of October 2023

Jim, I am both glad and sad, glad that you have had a super number of folks to order and sad that we were gone and I missed the chance. When you place another order, I would like to be included Thank you. Jim

James Roller

Wednesday 11th of October 2023

@James R Snell, Thank you an no worries. I have ordered extra books and will offer them for sale once we get these orders processed. Plus, eventually, I expect to have both a digital edition (will be sold on this website) and a (very expensive) American-printed option available as print-on-demand from Amazon. It's pricey for 2 reasons: 1) printing in the US is more than twice the cost of printing overseas 2) Amazon adds in a 60% royalty fee It will probably be in the $70 range, but people have (understandably) requested an American-made option and that's the best I can do.

Look for the digital, US-made, and extra books from the initial order to be available by early 2024.

Lucius (Mike) Gulledge

Friday 6th of October 2023

Jim, so happy for you. I know it’s been a labor of love but wow, what a labor! The digital version is great but I so look forward to having a hard copy to flip thru. It’s been well worth the wait.

James Roller

Friday 6th of October 2023

@Lucius (Mike) Gulledge, Thank you sir. I appreciate the kind words. Looking forward to getting the books shipped as quickly as I can after they arrive and hope you'll find it worth the wait, indeed. Fingers crossed all goes well from here. I'll do my best. Thanks again.

Dale

Thursday 5th of October 2023

Would like to order two and have them each signed but there is only one place to add details. Put both of the information there?

James Roller

Thursday 5th of October 2023

@Dale, Good question. Yes. It's just a blank text field. Just write whatever you need me to know in the box and all should be well. I'll shoot you an email, too, as I am not sure this notifies you when I reply.

Doug Hall

Sunday 1st of October 2023

Just made the pre-order! Excited to get it and hoping the process goes smoothly for you.

James Roller

Sunday 1st of October 2023

Thanks, Doug. Things have gone about as well as I could have hoped. Thanks for your support!