
Jodi Picoult at Writer's Digest breaks down some of the myths of the book tour:
Myth #1: You get to visit exciting places!
Myth #2: You're the master of your own domain.
Myth #3: You accumulate frequent flier miles!
Myth #4: You'll be mobbed by adoring fans.
Myth #5: You get to stay at swanky hotels.
Myth #6: Finally, some time to yourself—you'll get a ton of writing done!
Myth #7: You'll get on the "Today" show/"The Tonight Show" with Jay Leno.
If you dare, read her explanations
here.