How I Sold a Million Books – by Darlene Franklin
In this article, I’ve listed both tried-and-true methods for book promotion, as well as ones of my own invention…
Book Reviews
My Previously Rejected Essay was Accepted by Writer’s Digest Magazine! – by Kate Meadows
If you haven’t encountered a snarly rejection that momentarily stabs you in the heart, I submit that you’re not working hard enough as an artist!
Two Reasons Why Some of Your Readers are NOT Allowed to Post Reviews on Amazon!
As we all know, positive reviews mean better exposure on Amazon! However, did you know that some people aren’t allowed to leave reviews on Amazon?
How to Turn Your Customer Testimonials into Marketing Memes! – by Angela Hoy
Potential readers and clients trust REAL customer reviews more than marketing verbiage written by the person or company selling that product or service!
“Amazon Won’t Publish My Readers’ Reviews!”
“There is a problem with Amazon. Three of my readers contacted me to let me know that they tried to upload a book review for me on Amazon and give me a book rating of ***** but Amazon is not letting them do either, despite the fact that they are accredited purchases, and bought the book through Amazon…”
How I Got Amazon to Remove a Negative Review About My Book! – by Geri Spieler
Writing any book is a huge commitment. I say it takes fire in the belly to tackle the task, get it to fruition, and then to actually get it online for the world to read….and criticize. That is the tough part. You put your heart and soul into creating this manuscript. It can take years […]
Repeat After Me. Do-Not-Pay-for-Book-Reviews!!!
I would like to contact book review writers about reviewing one or more of my ebook titles. I am willing to pay a fee for honest reviews, positive or negative, that are posted in magazines, blogs, or other places, to call attention to my titles…
When Soliciting Book Reviews, Professionalism Matters By Yocheved Golani
Some authors shoot themselves and their publishers in the wallet with naivete about the book-reviewing industry. The problem is two-fold…
THIS MAKES ME SICK! Company Admits Buying 5-Star Book Reviews!!
This week’s story makes me sick to my stomach. After last week’s article about an author who admitted manipulating Amazon’s sales rankings and reviews, I received an email from a reader who had applied for a freelance writing job online. The company in question wanted to pay writers for book reviews….but only for 5-star ones.
Do NOT Pay Someone to Review Your Book!
I’m continuing to do research on publishing companies and associated problems. I came upon the subject of Kirkus Reviews. I didn’t find a reference to them on your website, so I’m asking you about them. Is a Kirkus Review worth anything? From what I understand, the author pays for the review and if he doesn’t like it, the review doesn’t get posted, but he’s still out the money. Even if their review is positive, does it have any value? Thanks for you time.
