Frequently Asked Questions

  • The General Stuff

    • Q: What the fach is "Fach?"
    • A: It's not a dirty word. "Fach" is the German word used to classify operatic voice types in the German-speaking Fest theater system according to vocal range, color, size, and beauty.
    • Q: Where can I buy What The FACH?! ~ Second Edition?
    • A: The paperback version ofWhat The FACH?! ~ Second Edition is available through Amazon, our publisher, or you may order it through any retail bookstore. The eBook is available from Powell's, and the Kindle is coming out at the beginning of March 2011, along with the iPhone, iPad, and iPod/iPod Touch versions.
    • Q: How much does What The FACH?! ~ Second Edition cost?
    • A: The paperback costs $21.95 (cheaper than the First Edition!). Prices for all eBook versions vary, depending on the version. However, most are between 9.99 and $12.99 USD.
    • Q: Are the hyperlinks inWhat The FACH?! ~ Second Edition active?
    • A: Yes.
    • Q: What are the advantages of buying What the FACH?! ~ Second Edition as an eBook?
    • A: With the What the FACH?! ~ Second Edition eBook, you have immediate access to over 350 active hyperlinks for everything you could possibly think of (and certainly need), from agents to hard-to-find information about living and working in Europe. It is all included. As well, we have embedded a number of essential documents into this book (e.g. visa application forms, etc.)
    • Q: What are the advantages of buying What The FACH?! ~ Second Edition as a paperback?
    • A: You get to hold a physical copy of the book in your hands.

  • Questions About the eBook Version

    • Q: What software do I need to view What The FACH?! ~ Second Edition as an eBook on my computer?
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    • Q: Can I read What the FACH?! ~ Second Edition on my eReader or handheld device, including Barnes & Noble Nook™
    • A: Absolutely, Click here to view a comprehensive list of compatible devices. If you have an iPhone/iPod Touch, iPad, or Amazon Kindle™, please read below for more information.

  • Questions About the iPhone/iPod Touch and iPad version

    • Q: I want to buy What the FACH?! ~ Second Edition for my Apple iPhone/iPod Touch and iPad. Where do I go?
    • A: The Apple version of What the FACH?! ~ Second Edition will be out by March 2011. Check back very soon!
    • Q: Are the hyperlinks active on the iPad and iPhone/iPod Touch versions?
    • A: Definitely!

  • Questions about the Amazon Kinle™ version

    • Q: What about Amazon Kindle™ versions of What The FACH?! ~ Second Edition for my Blackberry, Android, or Windows Phone 7? Can I get one?
    • A: You bet! Just download the free Kindle™ App for Blackberry, Android, and Windows Phone 7. The click here in March 2011to buy the Amazon Kindle™ version of What the FACH?! ~ Second Edition.
    • Q: What about Amazon Kindle™ versions for my Mac and Windows PC? Can I get one of those, too?
    • A: But of course! Click here to download versions for Mac and Windows PC. Then here in December 2010 for the Kindle version of What the FACH?! ~ Second Edition.

  • Troublshooting

    • Q: What if I am not satisfied with the What The FACH?! ~ Second Edition after my purchase?
    • A: First, contact the retailer from whom you purchased What The FACH?! ~ Second Edition. If their answer does not satisfy you, then please contact us so we can make you happy. We stand by this book and do not want a single dissatisfied reader!
    • Q: I am no techno guru and this whole eBook technology thing scares me. Tell me the truth: how easy is it all, really?
    • A: Don't worry - it is all safe ad easy. In fact, all you need to do is have the right software on your computer or handheld device, download the book, and read!
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