The Purpose of Book Giveaway Contests

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One way to introduce readersto the works of a new author, or one not yet a household name,is to have a giveaway. Whether it is through the author’s website, or one of the largest book and reader sites in the world, a bookstore,or some sort of local contest,it is a chance for readers to win free copies of new books.

Giveaways are set for a certain period of time. When the time period is over, then the winner is chosen. The number of winners should match the number of book copies being give...