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Group 304. Clean - Mod. Loralee
IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO ANYONE SIGNING UP TO JOIN THIS ROUNDPlease note that Goodreads has recently made a privacy reset to their private messaging system. This means that they have shifted the default setting to restrict those who can message you.
In order to participate in this round, your setting for 'Who Can Send Me Private Messages' needs to be 'anyone'.
Please follow this link to check - and if necessary change - your privacy setting.
https://www.goodreads.com/user/edit?t...
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My book: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
My profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...
Thanks Loralee and welcome - I'm sure there is no need to remind you to keep checking back :)
Hi Loralee, I would like to join this group of reviewers. I don't know how to discover the direct link to my profile and my novel.I'm M.C. Harrison and my novel is "Tree of Life", published Nov. 2021.
Mod
To list the links to your profile and novel, go to your profile.
You can find your profile either by clicking your picture in the menu bar, and choosing "Profile", or just clicking your name in the little bar above your comment here. In your profile, you need to copy the address in the address bar then paste it here.
Your books are located in your profile. Click on the book you want reviewed. On its page, copy the address in the address bar and again paste it here.
Also, M.C., you will need to change your privacy settings so that anyone can message you.
Once the round begins, you will need to message eight other people. The 4 people who will be reviewing you, and the 4 people you will be reviewing.
Right now, your settings are set to private and people can't message you. To change that, you can go here:
https://www.goodreads.com/user/edit?t...
Then where it says "Who Can Send Me Private Messages" click "anyone".
Hi. I'd like to join with a poetry book: A Myriad of Emotions.https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
Loralee has read a book of mine before, but not this one, and I've never read anything by her yet.
-Nicki
Hi Loralee Thank you so much for the directions. I will post a separate request to join the review group in another post.
I'm M.C. Harrison and I would like to join Group 304, Clean Reads and to review the books chosen in the upcoming round. Below you will find my links. I have a PDF file and a Mobi file for my novel that I can distribute.https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
Hi, I would like to join Group 304. My book 'Eternal Damnation Quest for Justice.' It is a historic thriller. Available in most formats including Mobi and PDF.https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
Eternal Damnation Quest for Justice
Mod
Also, everyone, remember as you sign up that your book will need to fit within the “Clean” criteria. According to the first post, “No explicit violence or explicit sexual situations. If you have to wonder if an aspect of your book could be considered offensive, this is probably not the group for you!”
Welcome Nicki and M.C. - please do check back frequently to keep an eye out for any review clashes as the group fills.Ian - I'd love to add you to, but presently your messages are not set to allow people to contact you. Please follow the instructions in Message 2 and let me know when you have done so.
Thank you, E.M. I have checked both my Molly Harrison account and M.C. Harrison accounts and there are no conflicts in reviews at this time. My Molly Harrison account is older and began with my first book in 2013. The books are all children's literature.
M.C. wrote: "Thank you, E.M. I have checked both my Molly Harrison account and M.C. Harrison accounts and there are no conflicts in reviews at this time. My Molly Harrison account is older and began with my fir..."Thanks for checking both.
Ian wrote: "Hi, I would like to join Group 304. My book 'Eternal Damnation Quest for Justice.' It is a historic thriller. Available in most formats including Mobi and PDF.https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5..."
My book is available on Amazon =5 reviews
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Eternal+Da...
Ian wrote: "Ian wrote: "Hi, I would like to join Group 304. My book 'Eternal Damnation Quest for Justice.' It is a historic thriller. Available in most formats including Mobi and PDF.https://www.goodreads.com..."
I have changed my messaging to anyone.
Ian wrote: I have changed my messaging to anyone."Can you please double-check that as it's still not giving me the option to PM you. Thanks.
E.M. wrote: "Ian wrote: I have changed my messaging to anyone."Can you please double-check that as it's still not giving me the option to PM you. Thanks."
OK, done it. I guess I forgot to click save last time.
Mod
Also, Ian, Nicki, and M.C. (M.C. you are new, as far as I know so this may not apply to you) have you reviewed or been reviewed by any of the other two?
Hi LoraleeThis is David Gordon. May I join this group with Jigsaw Beginnings (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...). I have already read Nicki's work and she has read mine. Please advise and take care.
Thanks Loralee.And I forgot to welcome you Ian - please recheck your review clashes with others in the group as you missed the one with Loralee and please check back here frequently for clashes that might occur as the group fills.
Welcome David - you can go in the round in Nicki's 'blind spot' as we do not permit reciprocal reviews in the group. Please keep checking back frequently for any clashes which might develop as the group fills.
To my knowledge I have never reviewed nor have been reviewed by Ian or M.C. 😊-Nicki
Hi LoraleeI just posted my final review in round 299. Can I join this round with my MG book ?
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
I have only reviewed David's book 1 but I could read #2
Mod
Loralee wrote: "E.M. will make the call, Ann. But as long as you don't have any conflicts with others in this group, (and make sure you post the links to your pending Amazon reviews in group 299 ASAP) I think you ..."For sure. I just posted one of the amazon reviews for the other round (#4). as mentioned above, I reviewed David's book but not bk 2.
Anne's reading my second book instead of Beginnings would be fine if that is acceptable.
Welcome Ann - Please keep checking back frequently to see if you have any more clashes as the group fills.
So far, I have no conflicts or reviews by anyone in this group. What is the expected time frame for the beginning and end dates of the group?
M.C. wrote: "So far, I have no conflicts or reviews by anyone in this group. What is the expected time frame for the beginning and end dates of the group?"The group will run for 12 weeks from the date it starts - and that date depends entirely on how long it takes to fill which might be another day or another month.
Ann has withdrawn to join another round.
E.M. wrote: "M.C. wrote: "So far, I have no conflicts or reviews by anyone in this group. What is the expected time frame for the beginning and end dates of the group?"The group will run for 12 weeks from the..."
Thank you
I just finished round #303 and I would like to join this round with my mg chapter book Black Hole Radio or sequel Bilalunahttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
Mod
Ann - as Loralee says I can't add you unless you list all your clashes. Thanks :)
Loralee wrote: "Ann, what review conflicts do you have? I know I've reviewed your second book, Bilaluna and could read your first one. Any other conflicts? You mentioned reading David's book before. Any others?"Hi Loralee The only other clash is that I've read Davids first book, listed
E.M. wrote: "Ann - as Loralee says I can't add you unless you list all your clashes. Thanks :)"Hi E.M. The only other clash is that I've read Davids first book, listed
Ann - Thanks and welcome. As ever please keep checking back frequently to spot any other clashes as the group fills.
E.M. wrote: "Ann - Thanks and welcome. As ever please keep checking back frequently to spot any other clashes as the group fills."Thanks E.M. Can you put my first book in instead? thx
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...?
Ann wrote: "E.M. wrote: "Ann - Thanks and welcome. As ever please keep checking back frequently to spot any other clashes as the group fills."Thanks E.M. Can you put my first book in instead? thx
https://www..."
Sorted - sorry about that.
David wrote: "Anne's reading my second book instead of Beginnings would be fine if that is acceptable."I look forward to it David.
Ann wrote: "David wrote: "Anne's reading my second book instead of Beginnings would be fine if that is acceptable."I look forward to it David."
That would be great.
I would like to join group 304 please.I've read and agree to all the info you have posted.
Can you let me know how I add my name?
Many thanks for your help,
Tracy
My Goodreads profile https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...
My book Please note although this is book 5 in a series, it is a complete standalone story.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6...
I confirm that I have not read any of the authors already in the list.
Thank you
I would like to join the group please.My Goodreads profile https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...
My book:
Historical Fiction Book Metaphysics of Sound: In Search of The Name of God Author Link Nataša Pantović
I confirm that I have not read any of the authors already in the list and I agree with your terms and conditions.
My Very Best,
Nataša
Thank you
Welcome Nataša - please keep checking back frequently to check for any review clashes as the group fills. Thanks.Tracy - I am very happy to add you to this group, but please first read Message 2 on this thread and follow the instructions so we can all communicate with you by private message as needed. let me know when you have done so. Thanks.
Hi E.M.Thanks for your comment, I have updated the book link.
I have also set messages to 'all'.
Thank you
Thanks T.N. and welcome - please keep checking back frequently for any possible clashes.
Mod
I've reviewed a different book by Loralee Evans before.
Gene wrote: "If possible I'd like to join with my book BLIND CERULEAN. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...I've reviewed a different book by Loralee Evans before."
Just to check this book meets the criteria of the round, Gene. I'm seeing it described as 'violent and graphic' in one review which suggests to me it might not be. Could you please confirm it includes no graphic sex or violence please?
Mod
I've reviewed a different book by Loralee Evans before."
Just to..."
There's no sex, and I'm not sure how to define "graphic violence" to be honest. Basically, the hero gets beaten up pretty badly in one scene. I'll gladly withdraw if this is too much.
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The Amazon rules state that authors/publishers are not allowed to specifically supply published books in return for reviews on Amazon. To comply with this rule, we don’t insist members review on Amazon, but we do insist that every participant in the round has the capacity to leave a review on their local Amazon store, so we all start with the same options.
The founding principle of the group is honest, non-reciprocal reviews, so please help maintain the integrity of the group by letting me know as you sign up if you have been reviewed by, or have reviewed another author in the group and do check back as the group fills to report any clashes. Usually places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
This is a Clean round
Fiction and non-fiction, adult and children's books are acceptable.
No explicit violence or explicit sexual situations. If you have to wonder if an aspect of your book could be considered offensive, this is probably not the group for you!
Please note even in a Clean round it is always possible that the books you are assigned may contain material you personally find upsetting or offensive. If you can't commit to this, please do not sign up.
Now for the boring stuff, but please read it, it saves a lot of time if everyone is on the same wavelength.
Before signing up below with your Goodreads author and Goodreads book link in the thread below, please ensure that:
1. You have enough time to read and review 4 books within the 12 weeks of time allowed.
2. Your book is currently available for sale on Amazon (not pre-order) and it complies with the individual round theme, if there is one.
3. Your book is fit to be reviewed.
If it is not, due to editing or other issues, you risk poor reviews. This is your problem, not that of the reviewers or the groups. For a small fee, the group admin will look at the first few pages of your book to advise. The number one error new authors make is not having their book beta read and edited, by non-family members.
4. You can submit reviews to Goodreads and Amazon.
Amazon allows only those people who have spent $50 in the last year to leave reviews in each of their stores. If you are unsure about your Amazon reviewer status, try posting a ‘test’ review before signing up. If you are unable to post reviews on Amazon, please do not sign up.
5. You can provide (and accept) at least PDF files.
You are not expected or required to buy the books you are allocated to review, but as this will give a ‘Verified Purchase’ review on Amazon, it is welcomed when you choose to do so. Many authors have books available via KU and others might provide smashwords coupons. Most authors can provide mobi and/or epub files directly by email. Please note: International Copyright laws apply. You cannot sell, or give away material you have received without the author’s express permission.
6. You have completed your reading if you are currently in another review round in this group. You can be involved in the ‘one for one’ list whilst you are in a round.
7. You have an author profile set up before you join.
8. Your Goodreads profile allows people to message you, i.e. your profile is not set to private.
9. You declare any relationship you have with another member in the round.
Amazon will not allow reviews from the same household on the same book or if you are an editor, relative or close friend of another member.
10. You agree that your reviews will be unbiased and honest, whatever the star rating, and you will try to avoid ‘spoilers’. i.e. giving away the finale of a book. Please note the Review Group will back any reviewer's right to express their opinion about a book, but personal comments about a fellow author are against both Review Group and Goodreads policy.
11. You will not ask a fellow author to change a review of your book because you don’t agree with it.
If you think you have a legitimate concern, talk to the mod of your round, NOT the other author. Personal attacks, or pressurising other members WILL NOT BE TOLERATED and will result in you being blacklisted.
Please note:
We all want reviews, it’s why we joined the group. It is bad taste to expect other people to review your book and then not do the same for other people in the group. People that DNF and/or don’t post reviews will find it difficult to get into a subsequent group.
It is not necessary to leave any kind of disclaimer in your review, but ultimately, it is up to individuals. Reviews that state you received a copy ‘in return’ for a review will probably be removed/not allowed by amazon.com. ‘I received a free copy from the author without an obligation to review’ would be more acceptable if you feel the need to add a disclaimer.
Your Goodreads details and the rounds you participate in may be recorded by the admin mod on a database. We do not retain details of email addresses etc.
Allocation is entirely random and there will NOT be any rearranging of the listing to accommodate personal preference. The ONLY circumstance in which you may duck out of giving a review is if YOU provide a stand-in reviewer.
The only way this group can function is if we trust each other to behave honourably. And it IS perfectly possible to give a fair-minded review of a text that does not coincide with our normal choice of reading matter. If you need a few hints/tips, please see this thread:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
I will do my best to fit everyone into the group they request, but occasionally, particularly in the case of our more prolific good standing members, I may have to decline a member request to fit the maximum number of people into a particular round. I will always endeavour to start another round as soon as possible with that member in mind.
It is permissible to review an author more than once if a different book is available.
If you need anything clarified please ask, either by goodreads personal message to me or on the thread below, before signing up. It’s a pain to have to keep rearranging the list because people haven’t read the above.
Your group moderator will be:
Loralee Evans
Member Links
1. Loralee Evans
2. Nicki Snyder
3. M.C. Harrison
4. Ann Birdgenaw
5. Cat Green
6. T.N. Traynor
7. David Alyn Gordon
8. Amanda Stuntz
9. Dorothy Mbori
10. Ian G. Welch
Book Links
1. Puppies and Portals
2. A Myriad of Emotions
3. The Tree of Life
4. Black Hole Radio
5. Poisoned in Provence
6. Brianna
7. Beginnings
8. New Hope: A western romance
9. The Quest: Journey to the Golden City
10. Eternal Damnation - Quest for Justice