Multiple Editions Offered on New Sales Page
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.
Cookbook FAQs: What You Need to Know
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.
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.
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.
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. 😀
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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.
I LIKE IT ALL....
...but if I have to choose what I like most, then let’s say the recipes. Love to read all the recipes and take note of the different ingredients, but can’t beat Rodney Scotts’ vinegar and pepper mop sauce! Buy it. I did, and I am going to use it. I love all things BBQ.
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.
Beautiful and Interesting
Nice variety of recipes. Perfect gift for someone who loves BBQ history and cooking.
WONDERFUL RECIPES!
If you love BBQ, you need this cookbook! Best cookbook I have come across for BBQ. Looking forward to future updates.
Fantastic Cookbook
Written in South Carolina by a South Carolinian who has rubbed elbows with the best pit masters and who has sat at the tables of the many BBQ restaurants in South Carolina doing his homework. This book provides not just recipes but the background into how the recipes came about with a clear insight into the history of South Carolina BBQ. The beautifully presented cookbook is written in a well organized format, complete with QR codes for additional on-line content. The recipes are presented in an easy to read and executable format. I have tried a couple of recipes from the sides section and find the recipes easy to make and divisible for fewer servings. If you have ever thought to try your hand in whole hog BBQ, or just need a new twist on everyday dishes, this book is a must purchase. As a bonus, this book contains instructions for a simple temporary pit construction along with the complete prepping of the hog. Need help, follow the QR codes as a how-to guide. Don’t want a whole hog, grab a pork butt and give this book a try. This will be your go-to-book for all things in South Carolina barbecue or a guide to some of the best BBQ South Carolina has to offer. Just make the purchase, you won’t be disappointed.
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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!