As previously reported, the authorized DREAM THEATER book entitled Lifting Shadows is due to be released soon. Below is an email that was sent to fans who registered their interest in buying the book:

"Dream Theater fans!

Thank you for registering your interest in purchasing a copy of Lifting Shadows The Authorized Story Of Dream Theater. We can now confirm that the level of support shown by you, the fans, has ensured that the book will be printed in the luxury format we had hoped. Thank you all!

The book is to be published by Essential Works who are respected publishers based in London. The pre-ordering will take place on their website, which can be found at www.essentialworks.co.uk/dreamtheater.

There is also an extensive "Frequently Asked Questions" section at their site - which will answer many of your queries this can be found at this location.

Please also ensure that you have read the terms and conditions at their site before ordering.

Please be aware that this book will not be available in high street shops or other online retailers. The book can ONLY be ordered via the Essential Works website. The book is also being produced in a special, limited edition format which obviously means that stocks are not endless.

Lifting Shadows is being produced because of YOUR support something for which I am truly grateful. As a special added thank you, it has been agreed with the publishers that for a limited time, those of you ordering soon will get your names printed in the book, in a special "Roll Of Honour" section at the rear of the Images book. This offer will be open until midnight GMT on the 31st August 2007. After that time, you will still be able to order the books, but your name would not appear. We hope to be in a position to ship the books to you in time for Christmas 2007, barring any unforeseen delays."

Go to this location for complete details on the book, which will feature a CD of rare amd unreleased music from the band.