New to the group? Introduce yourself here

[Aleks]

Hello again everyone! Like I said on my previous post, I have a new book coming out in 3-4 weeks where I interviewed best-selling business and self-improvement entrepreneurs and will offer a synopsis and a review copy to those who are interested. Not sure If I'm allowed to post a book synopsis on this group but here it is:

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"What was the thought process behind the best life decision you have ever made?" This is the central question answered in "Destiny Defining Decisions" which explores the keys to happiness, inspirational living and business success. It offers new and established entrepreneurs and self-development enthusiasts the opportunity to receive inspirational and practical guidance from 11 best-selling business experts. Discover the 7 key skills of success, 10 guidelines for entrepreneurial and life happiness and a simple 5 phase step by step blueprint to start-up or enhance your passions based business immediately.

The list of guests include experts who run multi-multi-million dollar companies, who publish New York Times Bestselling books (with some individual title's having sold more than 1 million copies on their own) and who have a combined net worth of over $300 million.

Receive:

Negotiation strategies from Stuart Diamond, one of the world's most respected negotiation teachers (best-selling author of Getting More)

Executive coaching insights from Marshall Goldsmith, a top 5 world ranked executive coach (best-selling author of What Got You Here Won’t Get You There)

Social entrepreneurship guidelines from Jenn Lim, the CEO of Delivering Happiness and Director of HR at Zappos.com (contributing author to Tony Hsieh’ #1 best-selling Delivering Happiness)

Life purpose clarity techniques from Tony Alessandra, a hall of fame keynote speaker (best-selling author of The Art of Managing People)

Creativity tips from Randy Komisar, a leading Silicon Valley Venture Capitalist (best-selling author of The Monk and the Riddle)

Successful start from scratch business building tactics from Richard Koch, an extremely high net worth serial entrepreneur (best-selling author of The 80/20 Principle).

And more...

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Just email me at truesuccesscoach [at] gmail.com and I'll send you a full color PDF. Thank you! :)

[Jaideep]

Hi, I blog about author interviews and book reviews constantly - http://pebbleinthestillwaters.blogspo...

[Kaleesha]

Hello everyone! I've sort of been lurking around this group for the last month, reading posts in my limited free time. Looks like I finally have some time to introduce myself. =)

I've been writing for 20 years but just this year published my first book. After my friends and a few family members bought it, I sat and watched my various sales platform reports for signs of life. A sale here, a sale there. Hmm. Now what? Like most writers, I prefer to write than sell. Alas, selling buys time to write. lol

So, I'm learning. I'm doing the research, getting myself out there. I'm finding that reviews are one of the most important things I need to get going for me at this moment in time. All the feedback I've received is positive, I just need more of it! You know how it is. Well, in the process I've discovered that I really enjoy reading and reviewing the works of others. This group seemed a perfect place for such mutual back-scratching. =)

I particularly enjoy memoirs, fantasy and sci-fi and will be searching for these sorts of things to review.

So, I'm just going to mention my book here, then post more about it under "Review requests: memoir giveaway" or some such. Yeah? So, the book is "Free to Be: How I Went From Unhappily Married Conservative Bible Believer to Happily Divorced Atheistic Humanist in One Year and Several Complicated Steps." True story. =)

Happy reading!

[[deleted user]]

Hi

I am the author of An Unreasonable Woman, historical fiction set in Victorian Britain and Africa. The novel follows the lives of a rebellious young woman and a straight-laced officer who are destined to meet and fall in love under the shadow of a war between the British and the mighty Zulu tribe.

I would really like to hear what anyone out there thinks of my novel.

[Connor]

Hey

I'm Connor

I read just about anything, particularly historical fiction, local interest or thriller. I am academic and creative. Just finding my true passion for reading. I am starting to write too sort of finding my style. When your inspired by art it makes you want to reciprocate. I am a keen reviewer too. Cheers..

[Jeffrey]

Hello, All--
I have been writing steadily for ten years, mostly for the stage, and the process for being "accepted" there is far different than it is for self-publishing a novel. You send out plays and hear (accepted/ rejected) or don't hear (tantamount to being rejected.) Novel publishing by the self is far more bi-emotional, both tantalizing and frustrating, some times both at the same time. I published a thriller titled UNSETTLE THE SCORE which has received several high ratings on Amazon, and I have sold some books: those are the tantalizing part. Then everything seems to grind to a halt--the frustrating part--and I find myself beating the bushes for the next jump.
I'm sure all of you who have been self publishing know all this. I do not want anyone to hear this as a complaint: I am just describing something that is new for me, which is good because I am continuing to learn. I joined Goodreads as part of my attempt to understand the process of self-publishing, and it has opened me up to new procedures and lots of wonderful people. New for me is writing reviews, which sharpens my eye, and blogs which allow me to bla-bla-bla a bit (not unlike this post.)
Anyway, I would love for any of you who like suspense novels to take a look at my book. It comes in two flavors, hard-copy book and Kindle.
Thank you.
Jeff
Unsettle the Score

[Jeffrey]

Connor wrote: "Hey

I'm Connor

I read just about anything, particularly historical fiction, local interest or thriller. I am academic and creative. Just finding my true passion for reading. I am starting to writ..."

Hi, Connor--I just posted an intro on this group site and then saw your note. I've written a thriller tilted UNSETTLE THE SCORE that I would love to have you review.
JeffUnsettle the Score

[Rachel]

Hi my Name is Rachel and I am an author based in Scotland I have been on Goodreads for about a year and thought I should join some UK based groups in the hope of finding friends and readers in the UK. I write young adult fiction.Rachel Meehan

[Paul]

Hello, my name is Paul. I write science fiction with a strong social science element.

[Clodagh]

Hello, I'm Clodagh and I live in London, UK. I am about to publish my book(s) on Kindle. Would love some reviews when they are published, however I'm keen to review other people's books too. I am happy to review any genre. If you look at my bookshelves you'll see I read all kinds of stuff. Don't be fooled by the fact that sometimes there are ten or twelve books in a row by the same author. I've haven't been long on GR and have years and years of books to shelve!!! I'm not sure if this is the place to talk about my books in detail. So perhaps if you are so inclined you might look at my Author profile.

Perhaps Rebecca or Cora could tell me if I'm allowed to link to my website, blog and Twitter etc. Thanks.

[Dennis]

Clodagh wrote: "Hello, I'm Clodagh and I live in London, UK. I am about to publish my book(s) on Kindle. Would love some reviews when they are published, however I'm keen to review other people's books too. I am h..."

Hi Clodagh, welcome to the group. I'd love to read your books when they come our. I'm looking for a review of my bookGotta Find a Home: Conversations with Street People. Thanks in advance. ~ Dennis

[Clodagh]

Hi Dennis. Your book sounds interesting. How does it work - meaning how do the reviewers get the books?

[Dennis]

Hi Clodagh, my book is on http://www.amazon.co.uk/Gotta-Find-Ho...
I could send you an email money transfer in the amount of 1.83 for the digital version or I could send the print version to your mailing address. Please let me know what would be your preference. ~ Dennis

[Josephine]

Hi, My name is Josephine. I'm an author (new) but I love reading and have done since i can remember. Im one of those people you have to call three or four times to et my attention when im reading :)

[Carlton]

Hello Everyone. Thank you for making such groups exist! I´ve recently joined GR and am also an active reviewer, and will continue to be now i´m here. If there are any willing reviewers who would like to review my book, then i would be really appreciative of this - thank you. I am a veterinarian, biotech entrepreneur, vaccine innovator, hobby archaeologist-researcher, adventurer, and now author. In January 2014 I published “Sun God Sacred Secrets”, the first of three books. Humankind´s best kept secret is revealed. This was once the basis of their great religions, and a great source of power which built great empires and gave control. This secret has the greatest potential to transform your life, and more than anything I know. My passion lies in understanding humankind´s real history over the last 12,000 years, and earth’s climate cycles which underpinned the most significant event(s) in our history. Abrupt climate change caused the ice caps to melt, worldwide flooding and the oceans rose 120m rapidly. This left its footprint in almost every ancient society´s myth & legend, and will almost certainly leave its footprint on our future. Telling this collective story over a number of books and multimedia releases is my mission.

Book: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...,
Exciting book trailer: http://youtu.be/LRndS9pN3VQ
Visit my website/blog at; www.carltonbrownV47.com

[Cora, Tea Party Princess]

Hi all newcomers :) Hope you're settling in well! If you have any questions, just ask Rebecca or myself.

[Lynn]

Hey, I'm Lynn Titus. I'm the author of Mirrored. It's been my dream since first grade to be published before I turned eighteen. For eleven years that remained my goal. I am now seventeen and published my book on June 26. I am absolutely thrilled to be published and excited to be part of this group. I hope I get a review or two, at the least! =)

[[deleted user]]

Hello, all! My name is Misty Titus and I just finished my first book and I need a few reviews! I know it's not necessarily the best in the world but I am proud of what I've accomplished and enjoyed writing it immensely!

[Eden]

Hi, I'm eden from Canada, and I'm an author. I've written erotica, thriller, and poetry, and just released my first mystery. You can learn more about me on my website.
http://www.edenbayleebooks.com

Nice to be part of the group, eden

;)

[Sarah]

Hi
My name is Sarah Parry and I am the author of Charlie a young adult supernatural ghost/love story. I have written two follow up novellas featuring one of the supporting characters - a fourteen year old psychic medium called Aggie Greenwood. I have loads more stories to come about Aggie, but I'm also just finishing off a grown up chicklit novel, which should be coming out at the end of the this month. Called Meaning to Be, it's about the consequences of taking notice of a fake fortune teller, which I suppose follows yet again my interest in the supernatural, mystical side of life! I come from the UK and I look forward to having feedback from the group about my books. Happy reading! Sarah x

[Chariss]

Rebecca wrote: "Welcome to Goodreads Reviewers' Group! Whether you're an Author or a reader, I hope you find this group useful and make some new friends along the way.

Use this thread to introduce yourself to the..."

I am Chariss K. Walker and I write fiction and nonfiction books. I just completed The Vision Chronicles, an eight book paranormal thriller series. Kaleidoscope is the first book in this series. Thank you!

[Michael]

Hi, my name's Michael Robertson, I'm an author with several books available. I've just released my latest sci-fi / post apocalyptic book - New Reality: Truth, and I'd be happy to give a review copy to anyone who's interested in reading it. Here's the link - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

[Alyanna]

Nice to meet authors! If you ever need help with your book. (Author Spotlight, reviews, interviews, book promotion, or etc.) Just email me; bookbuddiesreview[at]gmail[dot]com :)

I'd be happy to help! #IndieBooksBeSeen

[Helen]

Hello from sunny Pembrokeshire in Wales, UK. Thank you for accepting me into the group.
I am an author, my debut novel 'Tears of a Phoenix' was published in 2012 and I have two more titles, 'The 49th Day' and 'Scorpio Moons' scheduled for publication in August 2014. I have recently hosted a giveaway of each title and am offering copies here for reviewers. For more information of me and my book please review my profile or look here:
http://www.helennoble.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Helen-...
@welshmermaid

[David]

Hi everyone,

My name is David and I'm delighted to be part of your group. I'm new to Goodreads, although my third book is just about to be published (promotion has never been my forte!).
Anyway, my publisher is demanding reviews so if anyone wants to review a book that is part fiction/part non-fiction then please let me know.

Naturally, I will reciprocate with any review requests.

Have a lovely day.
Best wishes,
David

http://www.davidshaw.webeden.co.uk

[Eric]

Hello people,

I'm Eric and I've actually been in the group for a while but never thought to introduce myself. I'll do that now: hi. I like to write reviews whenever I can, and I write a little fiction too.

[Eric]

My new book is A Plan for Life: The 21st Century Guide to Success in Wealth, Health, Career, Education, Love, Place...and You! With all the changes and challenges that have occurred since the dawn of the new century, and with the many macro forces shaping the future, we all have an unprecedented opportunity to shape our personal destiny...if we have the knowledge, tools, and resources available to create a plan for our life. My book provides the best thinking of the brightest minds, cutting edge resources, and timeless inspiration to thrive in the future...not just survive. It's a BIG book...536 pages. The ebook version includes more than 200 hyperlinks that connect to more detailed information.

I'm also an avid book reviewer (on Amazon) and am looking forward to participating on Goodreads as well in order to help guide readers to books that will enrich their life.

[Charles]

My name is Charles Vrooman and I have a B.S. degree in Microbiology and an A.S. degree in Computer Systems. I have been licensed by the State of California as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. I have also been registered as a Medical Technologist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologist for over 25 years.
I have been recognized for a number of scientific papers published in professional journals in my line of work. I have not only won an award, but have also received good reviews for my first published thriller novel – “Green Power”. The newly released biotechnical thriller, “The True Virus”, is my second novel.

[J.]

Greetings all,

My name is James. My pen name is J Carrell Jones. I write sci-fi, fantasy, action-adventure, mystery, erotica, and NA. I'm a Graphic Designer/Artist, which makes it nice because I do my own covers. I'm also a Indie Press - Mythical Legends Publishing. I've published a half dozen of my own works and two from two other Authors: Patricia I Williams and Kenneth A Strickland. Each will be coming out with a second book and we just added a third author who does YA. Exciting times. :-) Looking forward to bringing something new to the table.

[Susan]

nice to meet you!!

[AnnMarie]

Hello everyone!

I'm an author of historical western romance (and an avid reader in many genres).

Thanks for letting me join and happy reading!

[Marilyn]

Hi, everyone! I'm the author of several novels and numerous short stories. My most recent publication is SHADE, a YA Mystery novel with Paranormal elements. I just started a Blog on Goodreads and will be posting on it tomorrow for a couple of Blog Hops in which I'm participating. I'd love to have you all sign up for my Blog. :)

Here's a link to my website: http://www.marilynpeake.com

[Rhea]

hello, everyone. I am new to goodreads. I am a memoir writer that has my second memoir published now. Its called born special. Its selling well on kindle if you are interested. What does everyone else write? I am looking for reviews too. I only have one five star review.

[Rhea]

My second memoir is about when I was young, the doctors thought I would not be able to walk, talk or even read. I was not making the process as a normal baby. I learned I had a learning disability and learned how to overcome everything. My memoir is very endearing. As a grew up, My dreams came true in my life and I have everything I ever wanted now.

[Rhea]

Terri wrote: "Aloha,
I am the author of Dying to be a Centerfold, my life as a neglected child with 4 suicides to live with. I was then a foster child who loved school and theatre. I had a dream of being in Holl..."

that must be hard for you. I know its hard living with a disability myself. Writing about things like this, I feel that helps us heal and get stronger. My mom died 12 days before my baby was born, that make my writing stronger now.

[Iva]

Hi guys,
I'm new to this group and would like to introduce myself -
My name is Iva Kenaz and I have recently published by firts novel/ebook The Witch Within
I'm excited to be part of this group!
Best to you all,
Iva

[Chrystal]

Hello!

I'm Chrystal and I write scary things. My latest book, Conspiracy of Ravens, is due for release any moment now. Anyone interested can view the book trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afEFP...

My first book, Sideshow, is available here at Goodreads as an ebook. My second book, Dead in the Water, is a YA paranormal romance (not as scary as the other two). I welcome reviews and also review books on my blog at www.mermaidsandmayhem.blogspot.com. That's also a great place to check out more information on my books, read excerpts, and find out where to purchase.

I'm looking forward to being a part of this group. I wish everyone happy reading!

Chrystal

[Chrystal]

Kate (Phoenix Reads) wrote: "I've noticed that most of the people here are authors, that's cool! I just hope that I'm not the only reviewer. :P"

I am an author, true...but I also want to review. I like all genres so I'm ready to review something for someone. Bring on the books! :)

[Amber]

I review books and write web serials on goodreads.

[Chrystal]

Kate (Phoenix Reads) wrote: "Oh so you do both? Way cool. Not many authors write reviews."

I love to read!

[Amber]

A web serial is like a serialized story done like a chapter a week until the story is finished or as episodes like as tv shows has episodes and seasons. It's what Charles dickens did when he first started writing he'd do a story which he did in installments. Mine is done the way Monica S. Kuebler did with her online web serial novel series the Blood magic saga at http://www.blood-magic.net where she did hers a chapter a week until she finished but I'm doing mine a chapter a week until I finish in the goodreads creative writing community and ones finished and I'm doing a sequel to it in that format too.

I love to read too. :)

[Christie]

Hi... I'm Christie Maurer and last summer I self-published my first novel, The Dark Lady's Stone. It's a well-researched medieval fantasy adventure about an era when new gods and old gods compete for power. My troubadour hero, along with the whole court, joins an expedition to destroy the standing stone of the Dark Lady of Death. When he learns that the gods are not what he thinks he must risk a heretic's death by fire to prevent a catastrophe for gods and men. Characters include a Sacerdote, a shaman, a beautiful countess, and vengeful ghosts.

I am looking for reviews to post on amazon, other sites, Goodreads, and my blog. In return, I am willing to review other authors' work. This month The Dark Lady's Stone is available for download on Net Galley: https://www.netgalley.com/catalog/sho...

I like to read fantasy, mystery, historical, and some general fiction. My favorite authors include Tolkhein (of course), the Kings (Laurie R & Stephen), Patricia McKillip, Agatha Christie, Terry Pratchett, Steve Berry, and Margaret Frazer.

[Andy]

Hi

After serving in the British Army and then working for the UK Government on counter terrorism duties, I have recently published my first novel; Invective. Following the narrative arc of Herman Melville’s Moby Dick, the story explores what makes some of us need to seek out adventure and conflict, and makes many of us need to believe in a cause. Ismael, the central character, attempts to understand why so much of the violence he has seen on his journey from English suburbia into a terrorist cell on the Aghanistan border, is caused by our inability to accept what it means to be human and the reality of all our fates. Along the way he is recruited by the security services and is forced to question what he really believes and ask himself what he is really capable of. Seventy percent of the sale (everything that Amazon doesnt get) of Invective will be donated to War Child, charity no. 1071659

I am looking for reviews and will also review fiction. Below is the link to the Amazon page:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Invective-And...

[Susan]

hi Andy,
glad to see you here..

[Andy]

Thanks Susan

[Melissa]

Hello all, I'm Melissa. I'm a freelance writer/blogger, homeschooling mom who works part time as an ophthalmic technician. I've been in the medical profession for 18 years and am constantly trying to learn something new. I love to read, but I've been so busy in the past few years, I haven't had a chance to read anything more than blog articles. So, I decided to take a reading challenge to motivate myself to read more. The last book I reviewed was Eden, Dawn: The Chronicles of Paradise which was also my first attempt at reading dystopian science fiction. It was a fantastic read, and I'm now hooked on the Dystopian genre.

I'm currently reading Flare.

[Balkaran]

Hi I am Balkaran from New Delhi, India. I am 20, an engineering student and I love to call myself a poet. I recently got published - http://www.amazon.com/Divided-Seven-B...

Thank you

[David]

Hi, my name is David, father of two. Recently written a book 'The Insect Hotel' which is available on Amazon. I've also recently had a career change, and I'm now working/studying in the health service in surgical theatres. Love reading books of all types/genre's...and I'm getting into reviewing books.

Look forward to meeting some new people and finding new books.

David

[Charlotte]

Hi,

I am the author of romance novels Seven Dirty Words, Four Letter Words, an my latest novel, The Black Door.

I'm not sure if what I write is contemporary or erotica, but it's somewhere in between.

I've been writing for as long as I can remember, but only started writing in this genre a few years ago.

I'm always looking for honest reviews to be added, and am able to provide those who have a good blog / FB / twitter following with free copies of my books.

I'm not so good with the whole forum presence thing - I have 2 young children and a job, so my internet time is usually limited to FB.

Charlotte
facebook.com/charlottehowardauthor
Twitter: @Shy_Tiger
choward2614.wordpress.com
charlottehowardauthor.co.uk

[Mangoo]

Hello!
I am Massimo, and I have been writing reviews of books I read since ever and long time before I (just) discovered this thread. So reviewing comes natural to me, and being a researcher helped me develop attentive care for details and fair criticism without disregarding support and instill seeds for improvement wherever possible.
I have reviewed English, Italian and French books across very different genres and styles -- feel free to have a look at my page and propose your book! Finally I have a finite bandwidth nonetheless, hence I can only accept so many books unfortunately...

Good reads and Cheers!