New to the group? Introduce yourself here (2)

[Carol]

Hi. I'm an the indie-author of a book about joy (Tender Heart of Joy) but most of the time I'm just another gray haired lady trying to make the most of being drop-shipped to a beautiful but most confounding planet. Who are you?

[Carol]

Hi! I'm looking for self-help reviw/exchanges or reviewers. My book is: Tender Heart of Joy: Tools for Reclaiming Your Full Measure of Delight.
thanks!!!!!
Carol S Bean

[Teri]

Hi!

My name is Teri. I've been in this group approximately a month. I don't think I've introduced myself.

I love apocalyptic and post apocalyptic books the most. Then dystopian, scifi, young adult and fantasy genres. Of course, I LOVE to read and I'm thrilled to have found goodreads. Though, I'm not sure why I didn't find it years ago?!! Considering I'm techy.

My goal on goodreads is to find books that interest me. Please *friend request* me if you have the same interest in the genres I've listed above. It doesn't have to be exactly all of the above and even if you enjoy other genres there maybe something outside my comfort zone that I might read. Please! I'm not a stalker or spammer. Im a plain ol' reader. Not an Author. that's it. (Not intended as an insult to authors at all) authors ARE the reason I'm here. Right? I'm genuinely looking to fill my feed with what you are reading and talking about. Listopia is great but it only touches on the most popular and not those hidden gems!!:)

Thank you and can't wait to connect with everyone!

Teri

[David]

Hi, Teri. Welcome! :)

[Ellie]

Welcome to the group, Teri!

[Maggie]

Just Another Number

Hello everybody!
My name is Maggie Young and I am a new author from Seattle. I'm looking to get more readers and reviewers for my book, Just Another Number. It's a memoir structured around the first 23 men I had sex with. It's about how society curbs women to validate themselves by men. I am currently working on a new project focused on gender equality.

[Robert]

Rarity from the Hollow

Hi Teri!

[Heather]

Hi-
My name is Heather J. McAdams and my writing partner Fraser C. Heston and I just released our crime thriller called DESOLATION SOUND, base don the real life mystery of the severed feet in BC. Our website is www.desolationsoundnovel.com which has our trailers and various content. We would love to get some more reviews and get some visibility for our book. Thanks!

[Lucille]

Hi. I'm Lucille and I do some book reviews for Blogging for Books and enjoy reading and writing in the scifi, fantasy and mystery fields. I recently self-published my first novel, Bridles of Poseidon, about a shape-shifting mermaid trying to stop another Great Flood. Please feel free to check it out (http://www.amazon.com/Bridles-Poseido...) or my website, www.bridgesdelponte.com. Thanks!

[Robert]

Rarity from the Hollow

Congrats on your novel!

[John]

Hi,
I'm new here. I'm looking for reviews of my mmemoir Survival. It's about the first 23 years od my life bewteen 1944 and 1968, surviving a dysfunctional family and a battering alcoholic father. I can doanload a PDF file. Please check it out at: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B012QBBNYW
Thanks

[John]

Hi, without typos,
Hi,
I'm new here. I'm looking for reviews of my memoir Survival. It's about the first 23 years of my life bewteen 1944 and 1968, surviving a dysfunctional family and a battering alcoholic father. I can download a PDF file. Please check it out at: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B012QBBNYW
Thanks

[Robert]

Welcome John. I belong to the I Survive forum, but I don't visit very much. I haven't had night terrors for years. Plus, and this is goofy, since I'm licensed to practice in WV, an ethics complaint could be filed if I simply reply to a post by someone living outside of my home state. It could be considered to be practicing without a license. What a load, huh? Good luck with your book!

[R.D.]

Hello, I would love to get some reviewers for my first novel, "The Icarus Prediction". I'm happy to gift it to you if you ping me (RD Gupta)

The Icarus Prediction: Betting it all has its price

[John]

Robert wrote: "Welcome John. I belong to the I Survive forum, but I don't visit very much. I haven't had night terrors for years. Plus, and this is goofy, since I'm licensed to practice in WV, an ethics complaint..."

[John]

Thank you Robert in WV. My panic nightmares went away after good therapy treatment about my teenage years when I was in my late thirties. I've slept well since. Bless you for the work you do.

[John]

You can read about me at http://www.erinpharm.org/about_me.html

[Robert]

John, impressive background. You might want to check out my review of Warrior Patient here on Goodreads -- I found it inspiring when facing my own health issues. A contest was going on for a free paperback, but it may be over. If so, I think that the eBook is only 99¢.

Stay healthy!

[John]

I've just realised that in looking for reviews for my memoir I should include a article about the memoir in writing.ie. Here it is: http://www.lulu.com/shop/john-fahey/s...
Johnfahey2013@gmail.com
Thank You.

[John]

I'm so eager now I've found you. Here is the correct link for the article in writing.ie
http://www.writing.ie/tell-your-own-s...

[Robert]

John,

It sounds like you were able to turn your less than ideal childhood into motivation, and now even have a book published -- no small chore. Congrats.

I'm not sure that this is the correct place to be exchanging background stories. It may bore some members, but here is a link for one of a few author interviews that I've participated in with respect to Rarity from the Hollow :

https://libraryoferana.wordpress.com/...

[Mehtab]

hello my name is Mehtab and im totally new at this so please excuse me if i put stuff in the wrong places lol! I've just published my first novel MANTRA which is currently being offered on Amazon for free until 31st August - please feel free to download it and I would be thrilled if you would post a review for me. I feel feedback is so valuable to an author. I am happy to review any works you have completed. Just let me know what i have to do - feeling a little out of my depth here. Here's the link to my book and i hope i have reached everyone http://amzn.to/1IIjvTU

[Eleanor]

Lucille wrote: "Hi. I'm Lucille and I do some book reviews for Blogging for Books and enjoy reading and writing in the scifi, fantasy and mystery fields. I recently self-published my first novel, Bridles of Pose..."

Hi Lucille I will definitely check out your novel. I love the premise.

I note you do reviews - I would be thrilled if you would have any interest in my first Harlequin No Conventional Miss - it is available Sept. 15 through Amazon but I should be able to get you a review copy if you connect on my facebook goodreads of website -

Eleanor Webser

[Eleanor]

Heather wrote: "Hi-
My name is Heather J. McAdams and my writing partner Fraser C. Heston and I just released our crime thriller called DESOLATION SOUND, base don the real life mystery of the severed feet in BC. ..."

I live in B.C. and will check out your book. Sounds fascinating. If you want some light relief, I am promoting my first Harlequin No Conventional Miss. We could swap reviews.

[Ryan]

Hey Everyone-Glad to be a apart of this group. A little about me: My name is Ryan Hill, and I am a fiction writer. My Debut novel, Barking Madness, is a dark and witty YA Psychological Thriller with lots of Paranormal twists and turns. It is also a coming of age story that provides an inside peek at the mind of teens, in the complicated and awkward high school years. The book features two protagonists with alternating POV’s and a psychotic killer. I really enjoyed creating the different layers of characters and relationships in the story and felt I was successful in building believable and distinctive personalities. The supporting characters have strong voices, as well, and will grab the reader’s attention. I first started writing down ideas for my story in middle school and in July 2013 before my senior year, I decided to take the plunge and start writing my novel. After a lifetime of playing soccer, I quit the high school team and unbeknownst to anyone, began writing. I was completely dedicated and had a complete manuscript in 8 months. Barking Madness was published by Pulse Publishing in August 2015.
http://amzn.to/1LO8uEc ‪#‎Paranormal‬ ‪#‎Suspense‬

[Ryan]

Hey Everyone-Glad to be a apart of this group. A little about me: My name is Ryan Hill, and I am a fiction writer. My Debut novel, Barking Madness, is a dark and witty YA Psychological Thriller with lots of Paranormal twists and turns. It is also a coming of age story that provides an inside peek at the mind of teens, in the complicated and awkward high school years. The book features two protagonists with alternating POV’s and a psychotic killer. I really enjoyed creating the different layers of characters and relationships in the story and felt I was successful in building believable and distinctive personalities. The supporting characters have strong voices, as well, and will grab the reader’s attention. I first started writing down ideas for my story in middle school and in July 2013 before my senior year, I decided to take the plunge and start writing my novel. After a lifetime of playing soccer, I quit the high school team and unbeknownst to anyone, began writing. I was completely dedicated and had a complete manuscript in 8 months. Barking Madness was published by Pulse Publishing in August 2015.
http://amzn.to/1LO8uEc ‪#‎Paranormal‬ ‪#‎Suspense‬

[Meghan]

Cora wrote: "The last thread got a little busy, but you can view it here.

Welcome to Goodreads Reviewers' Group! Whether you're an Author or a reader, I hope you find this group useful and make some new friend..."

I'm a mom of 5. I read WAY too much- but really- is there a "too much?"

We don't watch TV, we read. My 9 year old is plowing through The Ruins of Gorlan and i'm so proud I can hardly stand it.

I LOVE indie authors and have reviewed BUCKETS of books.

My husband is an author and self-publishes. I love his writing (we dated by him reading Darkward Bound: A Dark Comedy of Errors & Espionage to me. we were poor like that)

But, I have totally opposite book reading tastes than him. I'm a fangs, fur, fairy, zombie apocalypse type girl. Why would I want to read about real life?

I have an obsession with Beauty and the Beast retellings.

one of my favorites so far being Bryony And Roses

[Mangalam]

Hi Friends,
I, E.S.SIVAKUMAR from Pondicherry, India am glad to be in this group. I have recently published a book of short stories EMPTY FISTS under my pen name MANGALAM SHIVA. 9 of the stories center around an intelligent pet dog, Raju who saves some innocent children and some foolish adults from disasters. The other stories focus on social evils in India against Women & Children. The stories are emotional. thought provoking and exciting.
I welcome your review The readers have posted positive comments in Amazon.in/Amazon.com & Facebook. Thanks.

[Robert]

With five kids it's a wonder that you have any concentration left to read! In 1973, my wife read Wind in the Willows to me as we camped across country on our honeymoon for four months. Our camper was built in a 1961 VW bus that didn't have a radio (or a gas guage -- true -- built with an auxiliary emergency tank that had a knob which wouldn't turn!).

Reading dates seemed to always get me in the mood to make out -- must have worked for you too.

[Meghan]

Robert wrote: "

With five kids it's a wonder that you have any concentration left to read! In 1973, my wife read Wind in the Willows to me as we camped across country o..."

ROFL. yep

[Celeste]

Hi everyone! I'm Celeste, I'm not a writer or a blogger, but then I've just very recently really started using Goodreads even though I joined years ago. I love a wide variety of books so perhaps it would be easier to tell you'll that I don't like biographies of any sort and I prefer fiction. I have written a couple of reviews and I'm working on increasing that number. I have written review for authors before and I look forward to doing it again.
You may email me on menezes_celeste@yahoo.com for any review requests.

[Melissa]

Hi -- I just joined GoodReads, and this group. My novel, Releasing Me, was self-published in July and is available in Kindle or paperback. Like many others, I'm new to the marketing aspect of the business. I'm grateful for any reviews, promotion, or helpful information. My hope is to contribute, as well. Thank you... Melissa DeDomenico-Payne

The link:

http://www.amazon.com/Releasing-Me-No...

[Nik]

Hi All,

I write Oligarch series in a hard-boiled/noir/ international thriller genre. Two books are out and I'll appreciate reviews of any of them. I'll open a separate thread for that.
Also I'd be glad to meet interesting people, bloggers, fellow authors, politicians, organized crime leaders and other characters that I could write about -:)
I wouldn't mind share some thoughts (usually smart-ass) on subjects I find appealing.
Also, I've opened a group 'Oligarchs & Enrichment' here on GR, if anyone would like to take a look.

Best regards,

Nik

Nice to meet you all.
Best regards,

Nik

[Leila]

Hi all! I'm new here, just starting to get to know my way around. I'm a writer and avid reader, and am self-publishing a sci-fi erotic romance series ("Origins Unbound") mostly as an experiment! Left to my own devices, I write (and read!) a bit of everything but have never attempted publication before. I'm making the leap with this particular work because it's a fun one for me... all story and character and description, with none of the literary angst I tend to fall into when working in other genres. I'm definitely looking for reviewers so I'll post in the Authors and Review Requests folder. In the meantime, I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone and read some of your work as well!

Leila

[Mehtab]

Welcome ! Hope you love it here'

[Meghan]

Celeste wrote: "Hi everyone! I'm Celeste, I'm not a writer or a blogger, but then I've just very recently really started using Goodreads even though I joined years ago. I love a wide variety of books so perhaps it..."

I am also, not a writer. welcome to the "some of us read a LOT" goodreads world. ;)

[Emery]

Hi, Emery here. I am new to the blog reviewing scene, but a lifetime lover of all things books.

My website is wix.com/medianette/thebookhaven

I am hoping that this group will push me to read things I wouldn't have otherwise and introduce me to other people with a love of books.

[Pj]

Cora wrote: "The last thread got a little busy, but you can view it here.

Welcome to Goodreads Reviewers' Group! Whether you're an Author or a reader, I hope you find this group useful and make some new friend..."

[Eric]

I'm Eric, I'm an anesthetist, I read and write sci fi...mainly read. Just joined goodreads, still figuring the system out.

[Robert]

Hi Eric,

Welcome. I've been involved in some very painful self-promotions for the last four months. I was wondering if you make house calls.

[Jacki]

Hello I'm Jacki Kelly. I write contemporary fiction. I currently have ten books published - three published by a small company and the others were self published. I'd love to have some reviews on my latest book - Going Backwards.

[Charlotte]

Hi there every-one I would just like to just say hi, i'm new to the group.
Would love to read to review, loving the paranormal romance fantasy scene at the moment. :)

[Stephen]

Hi all

I'm stephen Renwick, author of four books:

Inside the mind of a gambler
Tennis is Mental
Tennis is Mental too
Charlie and the cookies

All on Amazon

www.insidethemindofagambler.com

[Natalie]

Hi, I am Natalie Jardin, i am a reviewer first and an author second. I say author second because i am currently experiencing a writer's block. I love reading all types of paranormal books and especially love reading paranormal romance books. If you need reviewing just send me a private message :)

[Lungelo]

My name is Lungelo Shandu and I joined the group today. I am a first time Author and I have just published a book called, “Success & Wealth through the Bible”. The book is destined to help all the people around the world with their daily challenges. It will guide you step by step on how to become successful; wealthy; heal your life; your relationships; and live the life you have always desired to live. I would highly appreciate it if I could get people to review my work.

https://www.createspace.com/5734112
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0154ZYYY8
www.facebook.com/lungelothephoenix
www.twitter.com/luthephoenix
https://za.linkedin.com/pub/lungelo-s...
lungelothephoenix@classicmail.co.za

[Robert]

Hi Lungelo,

My brother-in-law wrote his autobiography with a similar theme. He wants me to to proof it (no problem) and to give him advice on publishing (big problem). Since you've written a similar work, I was wondering if you have any info on publishers who might be interested. While Christian Readership is a huge market, the competition is so stiff that I would be concerned if he decides to spend a lot of money self-publishing it. I couldn't afford to self-publish my debut novel, Rarity from the Hollow, and feel so fortunate that a traditional small press covered the upfront costs. My bother-in-law has a lot more money than me, so he might be more tempted to take the risk. I'm sure that you've felt the psychological drive to publish. It's hard to resist, even when ill advised or premature (not professionally edited). Your input would be appreciated. Please send me a message. Thanks.

[John]

I recommend self publishing with Lulu.com. I published my memoir Survival with them and my only costs were in ordering proof copies as I edited it and made corrections. It was very inexpensive. When it was completed Lulu.com did the distribution to Amazon, Barnes&Noble etc, as print on demand. (which is the way the publishing industry is going in).
I converted my book to an ebook format and uploaded it to Amazon. Again no cost to me. It's now in their Kindle store.
I listed my ebook with BookDaily and decided to use them for promotion. I'm pleased with their emerging authors ezine mailing promotion package. I'm using it to promote the ebook edition of my book. It's $49/month and I think that's a modest cost since it's the only promotion cost I have.
In this modern age of self publishing there is no need to spend money to get published. My print book from Lulu has a very professional feel and look.
I wish you good results with publication of your brother-in-law's autobiography and your own works.
John Fahey

[Robert]

Thanks. Since small presses are dying faster than seals in an oil slick, I feel insecure about getting my next novel published. Where would I learn how to covert a .doc file to an eBook? I've not spent a penny so far, on anything. But, ....

I've copied your reply and will send it to my bother-in-law.

[Ellie]

Robert wrote: "Thanks. Since small presses are dying faster than seals in an oil slick, I feel insecure about getting my next novel published. Where would I learn how to covert a .doc file to an eBook? I've not s..."

Hope you don't mind me adding my two cents about eBook conversion :)

Personally, I use a pretty advanced way to format my books for Kindle (it involves HTML, CSS, and two different editors) which I don't think I can explain in detail without writing an entire book about it. However, this free online converter might help you: http://ebook.online-convert.com/. I've not used it to convert .doc files to eBooks, but I have used it for other conversions (mobi to PDF, mobi to ePub) and I'm really impressed with the results it gives.

[John]

That's a good tip Ellie. I've saved that link for future reference.