Author website and review request

[Ian]

Hello there
I'd like to invite all fans of urban fantasy, paranormal, and supernatural thrillers to take a look at my website and let me know what they think
www.ianjarviswriter.com
I've gone for a dark atmosphere, and there are many photographs of the British locations used for scenes in my books. Please check it out and give me your opinion.
I have two novels on the site at the moment, sold in ebook and paperback through Amazon and other online book stores, with a third being released very shortly. Although many people have read them, I have very little in the way of feedback so far and I'd really like some reviews, short or lengthy from fellow group members.
Looking forward to hearing from you, take care and thanks for reading
Ian

[Christina]

Hello Ian. I have visited your website and I think you have mostly accomplished the atmosphere you wanted. Just aesthetically, you might mute the color on Crowley's background image. It came across as quite bright on my screen. Your novels are set in a lovely place so the more pics you can include, the better, as far as I'm concerned.

I have only one suggestion for the content of your site, and its fairly minor - your information on Crowley is quite interesting but as it stands, I do not fully understand his relationship to your work. When I read your novels, it may become more clear to me, but perhaps just a couple sentences on your website to clarify? I can make assumptions based on what I see - what I assume is that your heroine has an affinity for the type of magick Mr. Crowley studied and promoted - but I could be wrong, and a definite link between Crowley's work and your heroine would make the idea even more fascinating. I know this may seem like overkill, but I'm really only thinking of a very short addition, in large print and using simple eye-cathing headings, for example "Iona practices the art of magick," to indicate what her kind can do that is different from others, and then, "The concept of magick began with . . ." and proceed with Mr. Crowley's information.

Just one person's opinion, but I think this might draw people in to read more information on your site. The subject is quite interesting.

Also, your cover art is beautiful; your artist does a great job for you. Wish you the best of luck with your books, and I will put them on my to-read list.

[Ian]

Hello Christina and a very big thank you for your time and comments. I'll take your input on board. My only problem with the Crowley/heroine connection is that yes, she does have a major connection, but to give away too much on the website or book blurb would be a real spoiler.
Take care and all the very best
Ian

[Christina]

Ian wrote: "Hello Christina and a very big thank you for your time and comments. I'll take your input on board. My only problem with the Crowley/heroine connection is that yes, she does have a major connection..."

Oh yes! I understand not wanting to give away too much. That is certainly an important consideration. I got the gist of Mr. Crowley's inclusion, so perhaps making a stronger connection isn't worth possibly giving away important plot points. From my point of view, he seemed like such an interesting person that I wondered if he was making an appearance in your stories or was possibly just your inspiration. So as you see, you caught my attention.
-Christina

[Ian]

Crowley appears in all the books, usually in flashback, however his presence looms large in every story. It's great to catch the attention of a lady, lol.
Ian

[Dino-Jess ✮ The Book Eating Dinosaur ✮]

Hi Ian,

I just wanted to let you know that I had a peek at your website and I get the eerie feel I think you were going for. It has piqued my interest enough to make me curious about your work. I have added the first novel to my to-read list and I look forward to reviewing it, when I have the chance.

[Ian]

Thank you for taking the time, Deliah, and I appreciate your comments. I also very much look forward to your review. Take care and all the very best - Ian

[J.S.]

I've had a look and the website feels nicely dark and creepy. On a nit-picky note, do you want to know that you have a split infinitive on your home page? Ideally "to soon follow" should be "to follow soon". Sorry, I spend too much time proof-reading stuff.

[Ian]

Thanks for your time and input, and please feel free to nit-pick away. I'll rectify that. All the best - Ian