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7. Goodreads – Again, I have to admit to taking
on Goodreadswith
a lot of enthusiasm, which did wane after a while. It’s time consuming for an
author – but well worthwhile. Because as a reader, and I admit to being a
reading freak, it’s a wonderful place to find others who like the same kind of
books as you. I’ve met some of my favorite people here, people who I now
consider friends, and therefore I try and spend as much time as I can in
keeping in touch with them.
on Goodreadswith
a lot of enthusiasm, which did wane after a while. It’s time consuming for an
author – but well worthwhile. Because as a reader, and I admit to being a
reading freak, it’s a wonderful place to find others who like the same kind of
books as you. I’ve met some of my favorite people here, people who I now
consider friends, and therefore I try and spend as much time as I can in
keeping in touch with them.
Even though I’ve covered the best of Goodreads
in my original blurb, I must delve into the benefits a bit more. For every
author who is trying to make her way in the social media maze, she/he needs to
find readers. The best part about Goodreads is that everyone involved is a
booklover, which is what has brought them there in the first place.
in my original blurb, I must delve into the benefits a bit more. For every
author who is trying to make her way in the social media maze, she/he needs to
find readers. The best part about Goodreads is that everyone involved is a
booklover, which is what has brought them there in the first place.
This is a site that works something like
twitter. The more active you are, the more people see you and want to be
friends. The more friends you have, the more people see you….
twitter. The more active you are, the more people see you and want to be
friends. The more friends you have, the more people see you….
If you’re a writer, once your friends become
familiar with your name – because in our industry a lot depends on name
recognition – they have more of a tendency to choose your book over others.
It’s a well-known fact that this works in an author’s favor. Add to that a
killer book cover and a great story, and the next step is those same friends
taking the time to write you a review.
familiar with your name – because in our industry a lot depends on name
recognition – they have more of a tendency to choose your book over others.
It’s a well-known fact that this works in an author’s favor. Add to that a
killer book cover and a great story, and the next step is those same friends
taking the time to write you a review.
And reviews make such a
difference to not only the fortunate author, but to many readers. They’re used
as a guide in helping them make choices. Myself, I like to see that others have
enjoyed the book that interests me.
difference to not only the fortunate author, but to many readers. They’re used
as a guide in helping them make choices. Myself, I like to see that others have
enjoyed the book that interests me.
Friends get to trust
the references from others who enjoy the same genres, especially if their likes
and dislikes are similar. It can lead to interaction between each other and a
closer link is formed. And that’s what it’s all about. Linking with each other
over a subject of interest to us all. Books!!
the references from others who enjoy the same genres, especially if their likes
and dislikes are similar. It can lead to interaction between each other and a
closer link is formed. And that’s what it’s all about. Linking with each other
over a subject of interest to us all. Books!!
My Favorite charity has to be the Cancer Society. It’s true that there are so many wonderful causes out there in the world quietly helping people to make the most of their lives. But for me, that dreaded disease has taken loved ones from my own family and probably has affected more people’s lives than anything else I can think of. It’s a battle we’ve won in some instances, and totter on the verge of breakthroughs for others. In time, maybe no one has to die from cancer. With our help…
For this Charity Hopping Around the World Blog
Hop I will be happy to present the lucky winner with a $10 Amazon Gift
certificate. All you need to do is leave a comment with your e-mail address.
Hop I will be happy to present the lucky winner with a $10 Amazon Gift
certificate. All you need to do is leave a comment with your e-mail address.
I’ll be adding your
names to my newsletter list, so I hope you won’t mind getting a periodic letter
from me telling of new releases and special news!
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This is an amazing hop, we got to know about so many worthy charities and a lot about all you great bloggers:)
Thanks so much!
ccfioriole at gmail dot com
Thanks for taking part in the hop!
doodlesbookblog at gmail dot com
Thanks for being part of the hop. 🙂
oklahomamommy0306@gmail.com
Thanks!
skidmore333atgmaildotcom
Thanks for participating in this great hop!
gatorade635(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks for doing this you are greatly appreciatied!
Dogkahn@aol.com
I enjoyed your post on Goodreads. Thank you for sharing.
Goodreads is such a great meeting place. I need to make the time to visit it more often.
Best
Jo-Ann
Thanks for the chance to win!
sqwalker2@hotmail.com
Thank you for the giveaway
emilymeimei204 at yahoo dot com
childrensbook13 at aol dot com
Thanks! Love the charity!
four.headjen@hotmail.com
Thank you for being part of the hop and sharing your favorite charity with us.
bas1chsemail at gmail dot com
Thanks for being a part of the hop and telling us about you favorite charity. Thanks for the great giveaway! 🙂
Thanks!
dontkillkittens8 AT netscape DOT net
What a great hop! I have learned so much!
Thanks for being a part of it!
lexie.bookbug at gmail dot com
Thank you.
sblake1[at]student[dot]framingham[dot]edu
A worthy cause indeed.
marypres(AT)gmail(DOT)com
Would love to be added to your email!
books4me67 at ymail dot com
What a great cause. I have lost some dear friends and family to cancer. Thanks for the giveaway.
Sue B
katsrus(at)gmail(dot)com
This is one hop I am especially happy to do. So many wonderful charities. Thank you all so much for getting the word out about these charities.
reneebennett35(at)yahoo(dot)com
Thanks for the chance to win 🙂 and for being part of this amazing hop
savannahm1987@gmail.com
Thanks for the giveaway!
amandarwest atgmaildotcom
thanks for being part of the hop…
I agree about Goodreads. I've learned a lot and met a lot of wonderful people, and some of those wonderful people got me into these blog hops, which open the door to even more contact/connections with the book world. I love it.
Thanks for participating.
georgette.coan@yahoo.com
Thanks so much for helping out with this hop. Cancer is a devastating disease, I know from personal experience. So thanks for helping make others aware of all the ways we can help!
ashley.vanburen[at]gmail[dot]com
Thank you so much for this giveaway(:
Email: ram_girl57(AT)yahoo(DOT)com
Thanks for doing this giveaway!
~Krista
pinkbonanza{ AT }gmail{ DOT }com
Thanks so much for taking part in this hop.
Tracy Juliano
tjuliano1975(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks for such a great giveaway!
hschrock24112 at yahoo dot com
Thanks for the chance to win and for being a part of this wonderful hop! christy_n_jesse12@yahoo.com
This has to be the one charity dearest to my heart. My mother lost her mother and both her brothers to cancer. It is a disgusting thing.
Lmackesy at gmail dot com
Thanks for the chance!
jmesparza821(at)gmail(dot)com
Cancer is so prevalent. I'm great to see it getting highlighted during this hop.
Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.
sophiarose1816@gmail.com
Thanks for sharing about cancer
lilcrickit at gmail dot com
great charity blog
childrensbook13 at aol dot com
Thank you for the giveaway, sorry to hear of your losses.
elewkf1 at yahoo dot com
Thanks for the giveaway. My family has been touched by cancer so many times, I'm sorry for your losses.
angelafristoe(at)yahoo(dot)com
Great cause! Thanks!
throuthehaze at gmail dot com
Thanks for the giveaway! I think this giveaway is awesome by bringing awareness to different charities and causes. Such a cool way to do that. My family has had several deaths due to cancer, but thankfully my grandmother has fought it and won TWICE. So thankful God has blessed us with her a little longer.
bookworm12595(at)yahoo(dot)com
Thank you for participating in this wonderful giveaway
jenhedger at hotmail dot com
thanks for this giveaway! i'm finding out about a lot of charities i didn't even knew existed
cberthelot61@yahoo.com
Thanks for the fabulous giveaway! 🙂
krystlekouture at yahoo dot com
Thanks for participating in this awesome hop!
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Of course we don't mind being added to your newsletter. And I might already get yours, I can't remember. 🙂
oneagainst at hotmail dot com
thanks so much for this giveaway!
yankeedragon4@gmail.com
Thank you for the giveaway!
Margaret
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Thank you for the giveaway!
simplymerry at gmail dot com
Thanks for the giveaway! Look forward to your newsletter! ghtough(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks for being part of the the hop.
smcdanielc [at] gmail [dot] com
Thank you for participating in the hop and your generosity!
lilianxchengATgmailDOTcom
I love this hop! It is great getting to read about the different charities!
gokarter418 (at) aol (dot) com
Thank you so much for the giveaway and for supporting the cancer society.
mia at jacobsracing dot com
Thanks for the wonderful giveaway, the Cancer Society is a great charity!
kimberlybreid at hotmail dot com
Thank you so much for the giveaway. The Cancer Society is a very deserving charity.
seriousreader at live dot com
thanks for the giveaway
alterna7 at hotmail dot com
Thanks for being a part of the hop and
for sharing your favorite charity.
And thanks for the giveaway,
riadeliza823(at)ymail(dot)com
Thanks for this post!
ncprincess96 at yahoo dot com
Thanks for the giveaway! I love Goodreads – it's such a great way to learn about new books and see what people are reading.
Laura
BookcaseLaura (at) gmail (dot) com
Thank you for bringing more awareness to The Cancer Society, a great organization.
Thank you for the giveaway too
scarlettkitty at hotmail dot com
I just made a donation for breast cancer awareness.
lkish77123 at gmail dot com
Thank you for supporting the fight against cancer. It has affected me as well.
katieamanda1(at)yahoo(dot)com
Thank you for this chance.
sblake1[at]student[dot]framingham[dot]edu
Thank you for everything!
ruthaw_1974@yahoo.com
Thanks for the information.
Morganlafey86(at)aol(dot)com
Congratulations to ~Ley who is the winner of the $10 Amazon Gift Certificate for this blog hop. I really enjoyed reading all of your comments and appreciate your interest more than I can say.
To those of you who shared your personal stories about cancer, I feel your pain and pray that one day they'll have the cure.
And to others who mentioned Goodreads and how much they enjoy the site, I'm glad that I'm not the only one who appreciates what a benefit it is to both readers and authors. It's a fun place to spend time.
Take care….xo Mimi