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Feb 26, 2020 10:18AM

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This is a great point, especially about not hurting people. What if it's a spoiler? And I guess I wonder: how do you know what readers are or aren't expecting? (Don't feel obligated to answer. I'm so grateful you stopped by to comment! These are just the thoughts bouncing through my disorganized brain at the moment.)

Hi, Kirk! Thanks for stopping by! If you're up for more questions (and if not, no worries!): When it comes to trigger warnings, does it matter to you which genre you're reading (Austenesque or otherwise)? And what if the warning is also a plot spoiler?
Hope you've had a good month of reading! Because I always got so behind on my JAFF reading, I didn't join the 2020 Austenesque Lovers TBR group this year, but I miss it! Hope you all are having fun over there.

As for the warning being considered a 'plot spoiler' I don't think that would be how a reader would see it. Just a general spoiler, not referencing a specific character(s) might work. Besides, some reviews give more details than the book descriptions so it would probably end up there anyway.

Hi, Kirk! Thanks for stopping by! If you're up for more questions (and if not, no worries!): When it comes to trigger warnings, does it mat..."
Ah...you are missed over at the 2020! Eastern Mass says hello! I've found pools of one-shots for Persuasion and Sanditon...so ahead of last year.
There are tons of things I prefer to avoid while reading. If it is isn't happy... happyish...then I'm most likely out. Even Jane/Charles stories! While I don't write many reviews....I appreciate those who do so even with spoilers. And authors too. Even if I'm told the story is really unique and interesting but has an element that is disturbing
...I'm out. But I'm an outlier in so many ways! :)

Thanks, Carole! This is very helpful. I'm learning that genre expectations are very important. I think that's fascinating. I also see what you, Christina, Kirk and others have said--that's it very important to let a reader choose. I'm just not always sure what level of detail is required for that informed choice. Thanks again!

Outliers are cool! I think it's important for people to read what makes them happy (which, for some, can be unhappy material, ironically. At least, I'm this way sometimes). There's enough we "have" to do in life; reading should be a choice. So, I appreciate your thoughts on how this relates to warnings and blurbs.
And hello from Western Mass!

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Thanks also for your very kind words and encouragement! I'm honored that you've enjoyed my books so far, and I hope you find something to love about the next one, as well -- but never hesitate to tell me if you don't. I hope always to learn and improve.
My next book (a Sense and Sensibility variation) doesn't contain physical or other kinds of abuse, but I have decided that I will include a warning about another issue that may be difficult for readers who have experienced it for themselves. I'm still working on how to present this -- and to be frank, still trying to finish the book! -- but when the book comes out, feel free to message me if you have questions or concerns.
Thanks again for stopping by. You're never late this party!