I must confess that I'm sorely remiss about posting reviews of my book because,
1) I don't google alert myself. I tried, but it was old information and boring, so why bother? I know there's a trick to it, but I'm not really THAT interested. I should be, but . . .
2) I don't stalk my reviewers--well, not anymore. Stupid restraining order . . . Just kidding! Again, this is a time consuming process. Many reviewers won't review electronic books and/or self-published books. There aren't that many reviewers of children's books who still review. Many of their sites are defunct.
3) I don't look my books up on Amazon that often. I used look them up, but when there are days and days of no sales and no comments. Again, why bother? I don't need to depress myself--I need to write the next book! Oh, I'll check Kindle DTP every now and then, but won't check Barnes and Noble's PubIT or Smashwords. Why? Because it takes FOREVER to log in.
4) I've learned that even when promised a review, it doesn't happen 85% of the time for various reasons. Disappointing, but true. I offered a number of my stories on various kindle boards and had a few people jump on the chance to read a free book by an unknown author. One of these kind reviewers was JML. No, I didn't pay her/him. No, I don't know her/him.
My first Amazon review of FAERIE: . . . uhm, YAY!
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast and FAERIEous, May 20, 2011
By JML - See all my reviewsThis review is from: The Fast and the FAERIEous (The Goblin's Apprentice) (Kindle Edition)
The Fast and the FAERIEous is another spectacular book by M.A. Golla. Continuing the story from To Gnome Me is to Love Me, 11-year-old Kyte has to cope with the drama of 6th grade while learning about and interacting with faeries, water nymphs, goblins, and the rest of the Mythical beings. These books keep getting better.
I do have a prequel to #3 called, A MAZE OF MONSTER MIX-UPS, which is a Halloween inspired short story that I plan to publish by the end of September.
I plan to publish The Goblin's Apprentice, book three, FOR WHOM THE BELL TROLLS, by the end of October.
AND I have another short story, SUGAR PLUM DISASTER, a Christmas inspired short story I will publish by the end of November.
So here's the dealio (guess which movie Istole borrowed this from?) I still need book reviews. I still need people to click, LIKE on my Amazon pages. I still need people to scroll down to the tags and agree with my tag cloud or add more tags. Tell your friends. Tell your family. Even if you aren't interested in reading this type of story, maybe you know someone who would be.
I will give away my books for any and all of these requests, BUT I want proof that you posted a review before I give away a free copy of book two, or Leprechaun.
And if you 'LIKE' my Facebook author page, you'll be the first to know when the other stories are up and I'll be giving away freebies through there.
That's it for today! Inspiration has struck and I'm writing The Goblin's Apprentice, book four, IT TROLLS FOR THEE.
Later, Peeps!
1) I don't google alert myself. I tried, but it was old information and boring, so why bother? I know there's a trick to it, but I'm not really THAT interested. I should be, but . . .
2) I don't stalk my reviewers--well, not anymore. Stupid restraining order . . . Just kidding! Again, this is a time consuming process. Many reviewers won't review electronic books and/or self-published books. There aren't that many reviewers of children's books who still review. Many of their sites are defunct.
3) I don't look my books up on Amazon that often. I used look them up, but when there are days and days of no sales and no comments. Again, why bother? I don't need to depress myself--I need to write the next book! Oh, I'll check Kindle DTP every now and then, but won't check Barnes and Noble's PubIT or Smashwords. Why? Because it takes FOREVER to log in.
4) I've learned that even when promised a review, it doesn't happen 85% of the time for various reasons. Disappointing, but true. I offered a number of my stories on various kindle boards and had a few people jump on the chance to read a free book by an unknown author. One of these kind reviewers was JML. No, I didn't pay her/him. No, I don't know her/him.
My first Amazon review of FAERIE: . . . uhm, YAY!
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast and FAERIEous, May 20, 2011
By JML - See all my reviewsThis review is from: The Fast and the FAERIEous (The Goblin's Apprentice) (Kindle Edition)
The Fast and the FAERIEous is another spectacular book by M.A. Golla. Continuing the story from To Gnome Me is to Love Me, 11-year-old Kyte has to cope with the drama of 6th grade while learning about and interacting with faeries, water nymphs, goblins, and the rest of the Mythical beings. These books keep getting better.
I do have a prequel to #3 called, A MAZE OF MONSTER MIX-UPS, which is a Halloween inspired short story that I plan to publish by the end of September.
I plan to publish The Goblin's Apprentice, book three, FOR WHOM THE BELL TROLLS, by the end of October.
AND I have another short story, SUGAR PLUM DISASTER, a Christmas inspired short story I will publish by the end of November.
So here's the dealio (guess which movie I
I will give away my books for any and all of these requests, BUT I want proof that you posted a review before I give away a free copy of book two, or Leprechaun.
And if you 'LIKE' my Facebook author page, you'll be the first to know when the other stories are up and I'll be giving away freebies through there.
That's it for today! Inspiration has struck and I'm writing The Goblin's Apprentice, book four, IT TROLLS FOR THEE.
Later, Peeps!
I already had liked two of them and tagged one. Now I've liked and tagged them all. The more books you have out, the more you'll sell. Good for you for keeping on.
ReplyDeleteAsk the GIAMers to Like and tag your books. It's pretty easy to sign into PubIt! It's easy to get into Smashwords, too, but I find the way they show the sales confusing, and it's usually not much.
If you're having a problem with them, email me.
Thank you so much, Edie!
ReplyDeleteThe reason I don't visit Smashwords or PubIt much is because of MY log in issues. It usually takes me 8-10 tries before B & N PubIt will let me in and Smashwords usually gets hosed up for five minutes when I try to access my account.
Urgh!
I've read that many actors simply refuse to read reviews of their movies. Likewise, I think I would simply not read any reviews of my work. They are, after all, just one person's opinion, and there are zillions of opinions out there. Reading conflicting ones would just make things confusing for me. And at my age, I'm confused enough, thank you, I don't need other people helping me along.
ReplyDeleteJody--I'm trying everything I can think of to try to get people to read my books. I had 'hoped' that getting a free book would help spread the word. The review isn't for me or my ego, but instead to help my placement in Amazon's rating system.
ReplyDeleteI'm still paying the hubby back for my cover art--AND I HAVE THREE MORE COVERS TO BUY!
I'm open to any and all marketing techniques that will generate talk, WHICH results in book sales.
I understand that - I'm not talking about GETTING reviews, I'm talking about not reading them yourself.
ReplyDeleteAh, I see, Jody . . . you realize I've been slow on the uptake for years and alas, it gets worse with age.
ReplyDeleteI do recall Abe dumping you on your head a few times as well. :)
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