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I just joined Goodreads and found this forum to learn how a new book gets attention even here on Goodreads, let alone the TODAY show!!!

Hi, I hope this is okay to share here.

My name is Sharelle, and I recently wrote a book called Narcissistic Traps.

I didn’t write it as something instructional or overly polished.

I wrote it because I kept noticing how many people walk away from situations and still feel like they don’t fully understand what happened.

Not the obvious parts, but the ones that stay with you after.

The conversations you replay. The moments that felt off but were never clear enough to explain at the time.

That’s what I tried to put into words.

If you’re the kind of reader who connects with books that make something click after the fact, this might be something you’d connect with.

If you’re open to it, I’d really appreciate you checking it out:
Link: mybook.to/narcissistictraps

If you do end up reading it, even a short review helps more than you probably realize. It’s how other readers decide if it’s something they need to pick up.

Narcissistic Traps: Breaking Free From Abuse, Gaslighting, Trauma Bonds, and the Patterns that Keep You Stuck

Cyber Warriors: The Firewall Frontier

Hi,
Check out my new book

Cyber Warriors: The Firewall Frontier ( by Leo Duruewuru).

I am new to this forum but not new to writing per se. I would love and appreciate an honest feedback on the book because it is the first I am publishing (Finally) and I want to implement the potential lessons from your feedback before I push in my second.
Publishing has been fun and I am restraining myself with difficulty from throwing in my second manuscript that I have kept to myself for almost one year!
You can reach me at leoduruewuru.feedback@gmail.com
Thanks.

Such a tricky business to get noticed on goodreads- at least it seems that way to me. I've just run my second giveaway for my new book 'Des Buckley's Braces Are Missing' and marvelous- 800 odd entered. That's one route you could take. Be aware, however, that one year hence, only a small percentage of the 100 winners will have picked it up to read. That's the nature of the beast.

Thanks Colin.

Wow this is awesome 👍

I really love the passion and I would love to know more about your book.

Are you available for that??

Adam wrote: "I just joined Goodreads and found this forum to learn how a new book gets attention even here on Goodreads, let alone the TODAY show!!!"

Is your book published already?

Hi Victoria , yes it is published on Amazon. It’s a TechnoThriller with a female protagonist . Blast to write hard to get eyes on it!
Check out AdamKervale.com to read what it is about.

I’m a new author trying to figure out how to get noticed here too. My memoir launched April 21st and I’m still learning the landscape.

The Fan in the Window: How We Inherit Trauma—and How We Interrupt It is about generational trauma and domestic violence—written from both sides. I’m a registered nurse and former forensic nurse. I lived it, and I sat with survivors clinically for years. This book exists because I genuinely want to reach people who are still carrying what was handed to them.

A giveaway isn’t in the budget right now, so I’m trying to figure out what actually works for indie authors here on Goodreads.
Has anyone run a giveaway and made back the investment in sales? Or found another way to build visibility here without spending money?

Would love to hear what’s working for others.

It is really inspiring to see everyone sharing their debut projects here! Navigating the world of KDP and Goodreads can definitely feel like a steep learning curve, but seeing the passion behind titles like Narcissistic Traps and Cyber Warriors makes the process feel much more collaborative. Best of luck with the launches!

Tressa wrote: "I’m a new author trying to figure out how to get noticed here too. My memoir launched April 21st and I’m still learning the landscape.

The Fan in the Window: How We Inherit Trauma—and How We Inter..."

That’s a great question, Tressa. Giveaways can be a hit or miss for ROI, but they are great for adding books to 'Want to Read' lists. If a giveaway isn't in the budget, try engaging in specific genre groups (like Memoir or Psychology) and offering value there first. Since your book covers such a vital topic, readers will respond more to your expertise as a nurse than a sales pitch. Authentic connection usually beats a paid giveaway for long-term visibility!

Hi everyone,

I hope it’s okay to share something here.

In 2022, I traveled from South America to the United States through a migration route that included crossing the Darién Gap.

I recently completed a nonfiction book based on this firsthand experience. It explores not only the journey itself, but also what drives people to take these risks and the realities behind these journeys.

I’m currently preparing it for publication and am looking for a few thoughtful readers for early feedback.

If you’re interested, feel free to DM me—I’d be happy to share a PDF copy.

Thank you.

The hardest thing as a new author is being patient. Trying not to spend on advertising too much before reviews have accumulated. On top of that there is a daily barrage of solicitations to sign up for this that or the other to put you at #1 on Amazon etc. Fix your click throughs or have AI take over and run ads for you. It is difficult to not fall for something when sales are minuscule. Nevertheless there is the occasional text or contact which is encouraging .

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The Architect of Broken Vows
by Amit Charaya (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
What happens when the life you built no longer feels like your own… and the person who reminds you of yourself is someone from your past?

Mira’s marriage looks ordinary from the outside—stable, practical, respectable.

But behind routine, silence, and carefully managed expectations, she has slowly begun to disappear.

Then one unexpected afternoon in a Hospital changes everything.

Karan—her first love, her forgotten history, the boy who once knew her before life taught her to become smaller—walks back into her world.

What begins as a chance reunion becomes something far more dangerous: a mirror.

As buried emotions resurface and old memories awaken, Mira finds herself caught between the life she has built and the woman she used to be. Between loyalty and longing. Survival and truth. Staying… and truly living.

But when love arrives not as escape, but as awakening, Mira must confront the most difficult question of all:

Is she choosing between two men—

or between two versions of herself?

An emotionally powerful, deeply intimate story of marriage, identity, first love, heartbreak, and self-discovery, this novel explores the fragile spaces between duty and desire, who we become for others, and what it costs to finally choose yourself.

Perfect for readers who love:

Emotional women’s fiction
Marriage and relationship drama
Slow-burn emotional romance
Love triangles with depth
Psychological healing journeys
Some love stories change your life.
Some simply return you to yourself.

Hi, I'm Debbie Friedman, author of GUARDED: Women, Water, and Saving Lives — a memoir about the first generation of women ocean lifeguards on the California coast — before Baywatch. Our stories were buried for fifty years. I went back to find them — the danger, the high stakes, and yes, tons of humor, like "Where exactly will these females go pee?"

Hi All, Mel Douglas here. Author of The Ashford Saga, a sweeping romance series where family duty tests the limits—and the power—of love, as generations of the Ashford family navigate dangerous secrets, impossible choices, and the slow burn of desire.

I would love to know how to get my books noticed on Good Reads. It is definitely a struggle for new authors.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GYGFFJQZ

Good Morning! I am pleased to meet y'all! I have recently released my 2nd book. It happens to be a cookbook and seems to be getting some great reviews on Amazon.

It’s called Tipsy Cakes: A Spirited Journey Through Dessert History, Classic Conversions, and Modern Boozy Baking

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GZMHJD8J

I am very appreciative of any support y'all ladies/men would give me as I go down this new journey.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

It’s a journey, for sure. If you have patience and perseverance you’ll look back on this as a time to see how much you have accomplished.

Hi, I’m Margarita Yaz, author of Lilith: The Woman Who Walked Between Worlds. I write in that space where psychology, fate, and myth intersect. LILITH is a dual‑POV, dual‑timeline psychological love story told in first person, unfolding across the modern world and 14th‑century Florence on the edge of the Renaissance. Perfect for readers who crave depth and love stories that feel lived rather than observed.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GT9XQB9W

Hello everyone.
I'm Maha.
I am the author of the book "We met in the forest" which is fantasy book.
A myterious fantasy adventure, suspecious victims, die-hard friendship, and a worried lover.
Available on Goodreads, Amazon and KU.
And guys I'm running a free book promotion for my book on kindle book store.
The promotion period would be from 26 to 30 May.
You won't like to miss deal.
Go on and get your free book, and please review my book after you complete it. Please.
Thank you.
Be ready to grab your free book.
Here's the link for my book- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPXJG42N

Hello everyone, I would like to share with you my newly published book.
The book is a fascinating dive into the vibrant technological transformation from light bulbs to AI algorithms. You can check out more details and the synopsis given below:
Synopsis:- From Dust to Data is a sweeping multi-generational epic that charts the transformation of modern India through the eyes of Arjun, born in 1980 in the desert town of Mandawa. His journey begins in the amber glow of a single 60-watt tungsten bulb—a hard-won symbol of middle-class triumph in an era defined by manual labor and kerosene-scented nights.
As Arjun grows, the story mirrors the nation’s rapid technological awakening. The narrative meticulously captures the sensory magic of the 90s: the communal ritual of adjusting rooftop antennas for grainy telecasts and the screeching symphony of dial-up modems. Through the decades, technology shifts from a shared household miracle to an intimate, pocket-sized tether.
The book explores the "Bridge Generation" paradox: Arjun navigates the IT boom, the birth of the smartphone, and the eventual rise of pervasive AI in 2030, all while grappling with the timeless complexities of love, parental loss, and the digital distance growing within his marriage. It is a poignant reflection on what it means to remain human when reality becomes a stream of data, and how a man who started with a lightbulb learned to find his soul in the age of the algorithm.

Link to the published book: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0GX2YSZWH

Hello everyone,

I’m new to the group and glad to be here. I joined because I enjoy thoughtful book discussions and discovering what other readers are connecting with.

I recently published my debut novel, The Night Driver, Book One in the Diego De LaCruz Thriller Series. It is a gritty crime thriller set in 1979 New York City, following a nineteen-year-old night-shift taxi driver and martial artist who gets pulled into a violent fight against organized crime.

I do not want to overstep the group rules, so I am only sharing this if author introductions and book mentions are allowed. I look forward to being part of the discussions and seeing what everyone is reading.
https://www.mannydsuriel.com

I am excited to share with you my memior that I wrote and self published. This is my very first book, I never in my life thought I would ever write one.

Behind The Sofa: The Years That Shaped Me

A Childhood Memoir of Chaos, Hardship, Warmth, Discipline, and Unforgettable Joy

Not every childhood fits neatly into a storybook. Mine was messy, unpredictable, and at times brutal, but it was also full of love, laughter, freedom, and moments of joy that no money could ever buy.

Behind The Sofa is a raw and unfiltered memoir of growing up in 1980s and 90s Britain, where love and discipline were dished out in equal measure, where families hid from the milkman when money ran short, and where adventure was found in scrapyards, football fields, woodland trails, and even in the most unconventional of places, like the inside of a converted 52-seater coach that for a time became home.

Told with honesty, humour, and grit, this is the story of a boy who stumbled through hardship, scraped his knees on both concrete and life, tested every boundary set before him, and still carried a fierce love for family, a strong sense of belonging, and the simple things that made childhood unforgettable.

If you have ever longed for the days when kids played outside until dark, when neighbours were not strangers, and when growing up meant learning the hard way, you will find yourself in these pages. This is not a polished tale with neat endings. It is real life, rough, nostalgic, funny, heartbreaking, unconventional, and above all, filled with love and happiness.

Step behind the sofa, where the bills went unpaid and childhood unfolded in all its chaotic beauty, tough at times but always bound together by laughter and love.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T42D3F 🔗

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0G2T42D3F 🔗

I would like to work with you, I am a Book Editor and Ghostwriter on Fiverr

Hello everyone, I’m currently helping authors increase visibility for their books and connect with more readers through organic promotion and review outreach. I’m always open to supporting fellow authors, sharing ideas, and collaborating. If anyone is interested in discussing book visibility or marketing strategies, feel free to connect.

Thanks for hosting such a robust forum! I've published five indie romance novels and yes, I'm a guy, and using my real name. Not hiding. While I realize building a reader foundation takes time, it is so frustrating to get all the spam from marketers who are writing the form letter: "I loved your approach to love in (book title)" I'm not kidding. They didn't even bother to enter the title of my book! I have someone working on my books now, but this whole "Be patient, it takes time" wears on you when you spend so much time writing and editing and so little time getting checks from KDP. Sorry, back to the keyboard...

Hi everyone! I am new author, my book was just released last week. I am a romance lover, so yes my book is YA emotional romance. It’s full of funny scenes, friendships, love, spicy, challenges, loss.. Every emotion is there, you name it. It’s a story that will leave you speechless. And it’s a cliffhanger, this one is the first in series. I would really appreciate reviewing my book ❤️ Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H4QQG2D1

THE KING MUST KILL THE QUEEN
Hi everyone! 👋
I’m so excited to join this group! I’m an author, my name is Benita and I just released my dark royal fantasy novel, THE KING MUST KILL THE QUEEN. It is packed with heavy political intrigue, ancient rituals, psychological tension, and an African-inspired setting.
I just added it to the group's shelf and would love for you to check it out if you enjoy stories where love and power collide violently. I’m also looking forward to adding some amazing new reads from this group to my own TBR list!


Here’s my book (Amazon) link 🔗: 👇👇👇👇👇
https://a.co/d/06R1NGQo

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Hii, I'm a new author and I'd be very honoured and grateful if you read my book

Megan suffers a mental disease, can she survive?

It's you https://a.co/d/0f7fcrf7

Addison wrote: "It is really inspiring to see everyone sharing their debut projects here! Navigating the world of KDP and Goodreads can definitely feel like a steep learning curve, but seeing the passion behind ti..."
Thanks Addison.

Hi Eshal,
Thanks for reaching out, and congratulations on your book! A story dealing with mental health and survival sounds incredibly deep and important.As a fellow indie author, I’d love to do a review swap with you! I can definitely check out your book. In return, would you be open to reading my new self-help book, Healing Your Inner Bestie, and leaving an honest review on Amazon?If you are interested, let me know and I can send you the free PDF copy of my book right away!
Best regards,

Hello, I'm new here. I have a question: has anyone experienced a major transformation in their Christian life, and then a few months later, you are right back to the way you were before?

Of course, I'll def check it out and can u also leave a review on mine ..thnx

Hi everyone,

I'm delighted to be joining this community. I'm an author with a deep interest in relationship dynamics and the often-overlooked emotional patterns that shape our closest relationships.

I want to introduce my book, The Silent Breakup.
The Silent Breakup: The Untold Story of Disconnection—And the Small Steps Back Toward Healing

It's about the kind of breakup that doesn't happen overnight. Instead, it unfolds quietly through emotional distance, unresolved conflict, unmet needs, and the gradual loss of connection that many couples experience long before anyone says, "It's over."

I'm honoured that The Silent Breakup was selected as a finalist in the Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards, which was incredibly encouraging as an independent author.

My goal was to provide practical insights grounded in psychology and real-life relationship dynamics that readers can apply to their own lives, whether they're trying to strengthen a relationship, understand a past one, or simply gain a deeper understanding of human connection.

It's been an amazing journey publishing my first book. One of the biggest challenges, though, has been getting it into the hands of the people who need it most. As many authors know, writing the book is only half the journey.

I'm looking forward to connecting with fellow readers and hearing your perspectives.

One question I'd love to ask is:
Do you think relationships usually end with one defining moment, or do they slowly unravel over time without either person fully realizing it?

Thank you for welcoming me to the group. I look forward to joining the discussions and getting to know everyone.

Hello everyone! My name is John Cicero, and I write uplifting fiction centered on family, hope, faith, and the moments that quietly shape who we become.

My newest novel, Rock, Paper, Scissors, begins with a simple childhood game. Years later, a forgotten journal, an old photograph, and a single word lead a young woman to Siena, Italy, where she discovers that some of life's greatest treasures are not found—they are understood.



My novel The Seventh Door of the Carpenter begins with a discovery buried for more than a century. What follows is a journey through mystery, history, and questions that refuse to stay hidden, challenging what its characters believe about purpose, hope, and the unseen forces that shape our lives.



I'm looking forward to connecting with fellow readers, discovering new books, and sharing in great conversations about stories that stay with us long after the final page.

Wishing everyone happy reading!

John wrote: "Hello everyone! My name is John Cicero, and I write uplifting fiction centered on family, hope, faith, and the moments that quietly shape who we become.

My newest novel, Rock, Paper, Scissors, beg..."

Hi John, Congratulations on your new novel! Your book entitled, Rock, Paper, Scissors, sounds like the kind of book that is right up my alley! I will be putting this one on my "to read" list! Thanks for posting this reading opportunity for us!

Hello everyone, I am a young teen author who just published her first book " it's you " on Amazon, I am writing a new book!!, stay tunedd!! Follow me for more updates!!

Check out Maya Lin en The Ledger. This is a cool YA book.

I’ve published five contemporary romance novels in the last 15 months and have a trilogy ready for release. After researching the genre it seemed 90% of the readers and authors are women. So I’m an outlier but my reviews here have been consistently great. The problem is hacking a path through the millions of books on Amazon. Not that I haven’t been solicited by hundreds of marketers😂

Hello everyone! 👋

I'm Dakota, and I'm excited to join this inspiring community of book lovers. I enjoy reading books that encourage personal growth, resilience, and seeing life from a new perspective. I'm always looking for meaningful discussions and recommendations that leave a lasting impact.

I'm also the author of Quit Letting Everything Affect You: Unshackled, a book about overcoming overthinking, emotional self-sabotage, and learning to protect your peace. I look forward to connecting with fellow readers, discovering great books, and being part of the conversations here.

Thank you for having me—I can't wait to get to know you all! 😊
if you are willing to check out my book, please find it here https://linktr.ee/dakotajdawson 📚

If you do end up reading it, even a short review helps more than you probably realize. It’s how other readers decide if it’s something they need to pick up.

Book is covering topics :
Self-help
Personal development
Psychology
Emotional wellbeing
Mindfulness
Productivity
Habits
Overthinking
People pleasing
toxic relationships
and so much more..
Motivation

Some novels help you escape reality.
This one forces you to confront it.

Every chapter asks a question that's bigger than the story:

What would you sacrifice to protect your family?
Would you stand for the truth if it cost you everything?
When does staying silent become surrender?

Xavier King isn't extraordinary.

He's an ordinary American who discovers that the hardest battles aren't always fought on the battlefield—they're fought in everyday life.

Life in Woke America isn't just a political thriller. It's a story about faith, family, courage, and the choices that define us.

🇺🇸 Available now.

Congratulations on your new book, Dakota! Wishing you lots of success with it. It sounds like you've put a lot of heart into helping people navigate overthinking and emotional well-being.

If you're open to it, I may have a way to help support your book's reach. No pressure at all, feel free to message me at kaitlynhughest@gmail.com if you're interested. Best of luck on your author journey!

Adam wrote: "I just joined Goodreads and found this forum to learn how a new book gets attention even here on Goodreads, let alone the TODAY show!!!"
Hi Adam,I recently came across Outside Eden's Gate: A Shadow Falls and wanted to personally congratulate you on the release. Blending a sharp CIA procedural with ancient theological prophecy, specifically pulling in buried 1400s Vatican lore alongside modern AI-era disinformation, is a brilliant, terrifyingly plausible premise. Ava Trudeau’s journey from hard evidence to unnamable psychological warfare makes for a propulsive thriller that deserves a massive audience.I saw your recent post on Goodreads about navigating the platform and aiming for major milestones like the TODAY Show. You have a 5-star concept, but right now, the book is fighting the classic "new author" visibility trap.To bridge the gap between where the book is now (4 reviews) and the mainstream media attention you want, you need a coordinated push. Specifically, the book is currently missing:Algorithmic Momentum: Goodreads and Amazon won't organically recommend the book until it crosses critical review thresholds.Targeted Fandom Funnels: Directing readers who love Dan Brown-style historical conspiracies or techno-thrillers straight to your pages.A Media-Ready Digital Footprint: Producers at major networks look at active, highly engaged community hubs before booking breakout authors.I specialize in helping authors solve exactly this. I help bring books like yours directly to the right audiences, scale your reviews, and build the exact platform momentum needed to catch the eye of media producers.I would love to share a couple of specific strategies tailored to Outside Eden's Gate. Let me know if you have a few minutes to chat this week!

Hello everyone,

I am a first time novelist at age 58. My foodie romcom is called Harmony's Bytes. It's a romantic romp through San Francisco's restaurant, cafe, and bar scene. Think of a literary "When Harry Met Sally" with the requisite humor and wordplay, but also featuring food reviews, strong women negotiating friendships, secrets, and betrayal.

All these promotion "experts" on Instagram keep telling me to build my Goodreads presence, and get my book on Listopia.
This all sounds great, but I don't have a promotion budget, and I don't have the first idea how to accomplish these things. Can anyone help me? I promise to mutually back-scratch anyone who can assist.

Thanks so much,
Stephen A.
Author of Harmony's Bytes
Massachusetts

Hello everyone!

I am Craig Johnston, a recent self published author, and I'm excited to join this deep community of book lovers. I enjoy reading many types of books and hope each brings personal growth, a deeper understanding of self and others, and opens me to learning new perspectives on life and relationships. I really enjoy deep discussions and the wisdom that comes from listening to others, especially the women in my life as they provide something few men can... honest feelings that come from care.

I'm the author of Seven Women, Seven Wisdoms: Becoming a good man requires great women, a book that digs into the storied of growth, comfort, pain, and the wisdoms that come from listening and connecting to those that care about us. I look forward to connecting with fellow readers, learning from our mistakes and conquests, and being part of the conversations here.

If you would like to check out my book, please find it on Amazon
And if you end up reading it, each short review would be greatly appreciated.

My book is covering topics :
Self-help
Personal development
Emotional Intelligence
Formed habits and beliefs
and feelings men seldom wish to share!

7 Women, 7 Wisdoms: Becoming a good man requires great women!

Hi Craig, i like topics your book covers, they are similar as topics from my book,would be glad to check your book!☺️😉

Mark Coughlin is an American and former English teacher. His memoir, Tokyo Daze: A Gaijin’s Drift Through Bubble-Era Tokyo, is an, unfiltered account of the minor triumphs and private humiliations of a young man slowly falling apart

FREE on KINDLE for EVERYONE (not just giveaway winners) from JULY 7 - JULY 11
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2RJSV9K

is my debut novel about an orphaned Gen X teen girl and her friend who spend a life-changing summer in an upscale Island community.

It's a great beach read for tweens through adults.

I would so appreciate reviews, especially by the 1500 plus who already received a copy through its recent giveaway.