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[Jeremy]

Hello. I'm Jeremy Gatlin and I live in Rock Hill, SC. I just recently self-published a novel called GOD'S CHOSEN: STAND AND FIGHT. God's Chosen: Stand and Fight

[Tim]

Hi, Jeremy. Welcome to the thread. I'll take a peek at your link in the next day or so :-)

[Jeremy]

Tim wrote: "Hi, Jeremy. Welcome to the thread. I'll take a peek at your link in the next day or so :-)"

Awesome. I hope you get a copy and enjoy it!

[Tim]

'Hope, Everyone's having a great week. Believe it or not, I just figured out that we can post here :-)

[Tim]

Oops, I meant this past week :-)

[Rosamund]

Hi Vincent, I'm Rosamund Lupton, author of a book called 'Sister' which has been out in the UK since September and is published in the US in under two weeks - clock ticking and butterflies fluttering and all the other cliches you can imagine as the date gets closer. Have had some fantastic support from US authors, thank you Chevy Stevens and Lisa Unger. I see myself first as a reader, rather than an author, books are my passion..

www.rosamundlupton.com

[Ophelia]

Hello all! I've been on goodreads for quite a while now, but this is the first time I have joined/written on a forum here! I am quite hopeless with online technology. If I'm writing on the computer it tends to be writing fiction more than anything else =)

So, I'm Ophelia, I'm from the north of England, and I have self published 5 books so far, 2 short story collections and three full-length books, of which, my most recent book, set of the Scottish Isle of Skye (imaginatively titled Skye!) is the one I'm most excited about.

My books are POD and available on most online retailers, but to be honest, no one buys them! So I thought it would be fun to join a forum, say hi and meet a few like-minded people and maybe pick up a few tips as far as advertising/promotion (ideally free!) go.

[Tim]

Hi, Ophelia. Nice to meet you. I hadn't thought about that, but maybe some of the writers here do have suggestions for good "marketing threads" here on Goodreads or elsewhere. I welcome all friend requests, Ophelia. I just finished reading a book from another woman in UK :-)

[Amber]

Rosamund wrote: "Hi Vincent, I'm Rosamund Lupton, author of a book called 'Sister' which has been out in the UK since September and is published in the US in under two weeks - clock ticking and butterflies flutter..."

Hi Rosamund! How are you? I worked in a book store for years until it closed last month, and your book was a big seller for us - and it was thanks to all the comments on goodreads that I was able to give opinions and comments on 'Sister' to my customers. We went through ten copies of your book in 1 day, which is fantastic for any author. It is on my TBR list, because while I was talking it up I had to grab a copy of it for myself.

[Rosamund]

How terrible about your book store - was it an independent? And thank you for your comments about 'Sister', wonderful to hear. I'm very grateful to the people who gave their opinions on goodreads. Hope you enjoy it, when you read it! Next book out in under two weeks and I'm feeling jittery...

[Amber]

Rosamund wrote: "How terrible about your book store - was it an independent? And thank you for your comments about 'Sister', wonderful to hear. I'm very grateful to the people who gave their opinions on goodreads...."

It was a company store, and unfortunately there was nowhere else for me to go in the company - but on the bright side it's giving me more time to write and read. It was amusing one day - a lady came in and said she'd read a review in a magazine and the title was one word, and the author was a woman. I grabbed your book off the shelf, and amazingly it was the right one! Good luck with your next book - and I'm certain 'Sister' will be as good as everyone has said :-) congratulations!

[Rosamund]

I hope you find a job you love - maybe writing?? Love the story you told me - can't believe you managed to get 'Sister' from so few clues. Thanks for your good luck - !

[Amber]

Rosamund wrote: "I hope you find a job you love - maybe writing?? Love the story you told me - can't believe you managed to get 'Sister' from so few clues. Thanks for your good luck - !"

Yeah, writing is what I love. I'm working on promoting my book, and it's quite a challenge but I'm enjoying it. But to tell you the truth, so many people came into the shop after reading 'Sister' to give us their opinion that I think you've got quite a devoted following in Adelaide's northern suburbs!

[Ian]

Hi

My name is Ian Weaver and I am a retired RAF Navigator living in Lincoln, UK. I retired young following a flying accident and now spend my time as a house husband and author. I write action and adventure novels with a bit of a 'time slip' twist. I have completed two novels and am about halfway through the third in the trilogy. I have included many of my flying experiences from the Royal Navy and RAF.

Ian Weaver my website

[Kimberly]

My name is Kimberly and I am a 30 year old English Teacher from Pennsylvania, but moving to Arizona for the teaching job in less than a month!
I created a blog in January, and it has recently really started to pick up! I do reviews for authors of all genres and I also host giveaways. I currently have over 160 followers, and around 20 book review requests that I'm working on.
I am always open to more review requests by authors, and though I have a soft spot for historical fiction, I am open to all genres!
I hope to meet more great authors!
-Kimberly
http://historicalfictionobsession.blo...
kimbers10 [at]yahoo [dot] com
@kdaze10

[Amber]

Kimberly wrote: "My name is Kimberly and I am a 30 year old English Teacher from Pennsylvania, but moving to Arizona for the teaching job in less than a month!
I created a blog in January, and it has recently reall..."

Hi Kimberly, nice to meet you!

[Rebecca]

This is embarrassing. I've been a Goodreads member for almost 2 years, yet only recently discovered the message boards and ability to create an Author Page.

I'm Rebecca Sinclair and I've published 13 books: 12 historical romance novels, 1 contemporary romance novel. I'm trying to get my backlist onto ebook, a project that is turning out to be a LOT more time consuming and complicated and costly than I'd ever imagined. When I'm not struggling with all that "fun", I can be found in the wee hours of the morning working on the second book in a YA trilogy. (Big change for me.)

I Tweet, I Facebook & MySpace, etc. -- for links, go to my website: http://www.rebeccasinclair.com -- what I don't do is blog. (Long story.)

I have no idea how these message boards work. OTOH, I've always gone with the feet-first/total immersion approach ... so I should probably apologize in advance for all the mistakes I'm going to make.

It's great to "meet" all of you! I rarely get a chance to talk to people who share my passion for books. Now that I know about these message boards, I may never leave Goodreads again!

~ Rebecca Sinclair
http://www.rebeccasinclair.com

[Ian]

Hi Rebecca

[Robert]

Hello, all-

I've been at Goodreads for a while, but I'm only just getting around to posting here. My name is Robert Collins, and I'm an author and a reader. I write SF/F and Kansas history. Here's where you can find my works:
http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/...

[Talia]

Hi! I'm Talia. I love writing, especially young adult. I have four YA eBooks out, three are dramas and one is a paranormal. I also love to read and recently got a Kindle, so I've been downloading books like crazy!
I look forward to getting to know y'all!

[Kenya]

Hey everyone,

My name's Kenya D. Williamson. I was an actress in Los Angeles for many years before I took my writing seriously. Now, I'm a novelist, screenwriter and poet. I've written several feature screenplays and scripts for a web series plus an original TV pilot. Depth of Focus: A Novel is an adaptation of my first script. It was a labor of love.

You can read excerpts of my book and works in progress on my site, www.kenyadwilliamson.com , or Scribd - http://www.scribd.com/kenya_williamson_1 .

I look forward to meeting you. Have a great night!

[Scott]

Hello, everyone... I'm Scott, originally from the Chicago area now living in downstate Illinois. I've just joined Goodreads recently, and I'm still finding my way around here, seeking out groups of interest. I used to be an avid reader (Tolkien, Stephen King, Ray Bradbury, Crichton, to name a few) and I'm trying to get back into it and hopefully find some good recommendations here. I also write fiction as a hobby, having self-published a novel and some short stories.

Thanks!

Scott Cimarusti
The Last Archer of Laummoren

[Donald]

My name is Donald Van de Mark. I published my first book this year, The Good Among the Great: 19 Traits of the Most Admirable, Creative and Joyous People, in which I look closely at the traits common to the very few, very successful people who also happen to very good people.

I'm excited to announce that my book was #7 on the Boston Globe's Bestseller list last week, tied with Anthony Bourdain and one spot below Malcolm Gladwell. I'm equally excited to announce that my book is now available on Kindle as well.

I invite anyone here who has read it to let me know what you think!

Cheers,
Donald

[Tichaona]

Hi,

I'm Tichaona (ta-SHOW-nah) and I'm a poet. I've self-published three slender volumes of poetry. I've also published three other writers (soon-to-be four). I guess that has morphed me into small press land but I'm still learning as I go.

My writing is personal, cultural and political but what writing isn't? (Don't answer that!)

My most recent book (published last year) is Contraband Marriage, an ebook/chapbook, which focuses on the personal; namely, my marriage to now ex-husband while he was incarcerated and other love matters. As the back cover text states:

"It is a love story written in lyric and free form, set in reality with a different ever after."

Contraband Marriage, as well as my other two books are available, through Smashwords and Amazon.

http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/t...

http://amzn.to/jOcXWu

[Kate]

Hi all! I'm Kate Hinderer. I love reading books and have gotten really into ebooks, especially those by indie authors. I just published my first Yong Adult Novel: Aurora Undefined. It is available on Barnes and Noble as well as Amazon. I'm now working on my next book, which will be a little more sci-fi, less realistic fiction.
Blog: www.katehinderer.blogspot.com
Twitter: @kate_hinderer

[Biola]

I think something funny happened as I had tried to introduce myself. My name is Biola Olatunde. I am an author, poet and blogger. Hope I will be able to learn something here.

[Talia]

Hi to all those who posted in the last day or two!
Kate - your book looks like something I'd like. I followed your blog and Twitter :)

[Rocco]

My name is Rocco Martino. I have written and published twenty technical works and two novels. (A full listing may be found at http://www.roccoleonardmartino.com.)

My latest novel is "9-11-11: The Tenth Anniversary Attack". Further information about the book may be found at http://www.9-11-11thenovel.com and http://www.facebook.com/ByRockyMartino

I have always enjoyed writing and reading, especially about current events. It's nice to meet you!

[Sarah]

Welcome Rocco

[Everly]

Hello everyone. My name is Elle and I am an author. I write fantasy and sci-fi. I am really exited to meet new readers and author great authors!The Seamstresses this is my short story if your curious.

[John]

IF LIFE WAS A THING MONEY COULD BUY
....THE RICH WOULD LIVE AND THE POOR WOUL DIE.
WOULD LKE TO GET REVIEWS----FROM MY NEW AUTHOR FRIENDS.

MY URBAN SCI-FI NOVEL BODYSLICK DIDN'T GET TH UNBIASED REVIEWS IT DESERVED BECAUSE I AM A OUTSIDER.I AM TRYING TO CREATE A NEW PARADYM : URBAN CULTURE AND SCI-FI.

[Lisa]

Hello everyone. I'm Chance Maree, an avid reader and currently an avid reworker of my one and only novel. I look forward to reading the boards and interacting on topics we all enjoy.

[Megan]

Hi all! My name is Megan Curd, and I write, write, write! :) My debut novel, Bridger, just came out yesterday, so I'm learning to navigate the marketing waters as I go. :) I have the sequel to Bridger in the works, along with another YA series I'm working on. Bridger is available on Amazon, and that's a whole new land for me, too. Man, there's a lot to learn!

I'm looking forward to meeting new authors and getting to know others. I'm on Twitter if anyone is on there, as well. My handle is @MeganCurd. My blog website is www.megancurd.com

Hope everyone is having a great day!!

[Jaime]

My name is Jaime Buckley, I'm 42 for the second year in a row (serious), married, father of 11 awesome kids and I write YA Books for a living.

Used to be a cartoonist until a car accident took my fine motor skills away and my kids got me to start writing the comic series as books instead. Best decision of my career.

I'm new to Goodreads, and OH MY GOODNESS I love it SOOOO much more than In-Your-Facebook!

Looking forward to having a LOT of fun here!!

[Max]

Hi Jaime!
ELEVEN kids???? How do u have time to even....like shower??? Congrats on ur YA books....would love to see them. I agree....when I found GR...I was in heaven! I'm addicted also. My fave sections are bookswap and giveaways. I've found SO many books I adore in both of those areas. Won a bunch and received alot for just shipping. Welcome!
Max

[Jed]

Hello,
I am a Civil Engineer in East TN. I am married to my high school sweetheart. I have three great sons. I am also the author of "Wake Up, O Sleeper".
http://jedwright.tatepublishing.net/

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pa..."

[Monica]

My name is Monica! :)
I just LOVE to read books nothing in particular.

[Cynthia]

Greetings all, I have debut my first book "It Had to Happen". Very excited and working hard to understand this new season of my life. I look forward to the many topics and discussions...Yeah!

[Chris]

Hello everyone!

I write fantasy and science fiction. Seaborn (Juno Books, 2008) is my first book, but I now have all three in the "Seaborn trilogy" live on Amazon, B&N, and iBooks: Saltwater Witch, Seaborn, Sea Throne. I also have a short story collection, Always Becoming, on Kindle.

I'm also an illustrator, working in watercolors, ink, charcoals, digital. I'm working on a graphic novel version of Saltwater Witch

Links to books and art on my site:
http://www.SaltwaterWitch.com

Chris

[Sarah]

Hi, everyone. I'm Sarah Shaber, from Raleigh, North Carolina. I wrote the Professor Simon Shaw mysteries for St. Martin's Press. I have a new series beginning in August with Louise's War, set during World War II in Washington, DC.
Looking forward to the discussions here!

[Sarah]

Hi, everyone. I'm Sarah Shaber, from Raleigh, North Carolina. I wrote the Professor Simon Shaw mysteries for St. Martin's Press. I have a new series beginning in August with Louise's War, set during World War II in Washington, DC.
Looking forward to the discussions here!

[Sarah]

Louise's War

[Jim]

Jim Clark here wanting to say "hi" and looking forward to meeting new people. I recently self published my first book called "Making Friends with Candy". She had a crazy life before I meet her online and then it was still pretty emotional knowing her the short time I did. Check it out if you like... but have a great day either way. Talk to you soon. I also enjoy photography, art, and music of most kinds. Find me online here too https://www.facebook.com/Ad3.org

[Carol]

Hi,
I've recently published my first book. I also love to read.
The book is a sailing in the South Pacific saga, wrapped in a romance, with a surprise ending. It is a memoir.

[Gary]

Hi all. My name is Gary Goldstein, author of "Jew in Jail," with the website of the same name, and I am also a motivational speaker on addiction & recovery. I hope to meet some great fellow authors and exchange thoughts and ideas soon!

[Larry]

Hi, all. I'm an avid reader and love my Nook Color and have begun reading sites that will help me populate it with stories from little known writers who are trying to break out from the pack. I read mostly in the thriller/suspense genre. I'd love to hear your suggestions and help promote new authors.

I'm also a writer myself. My first novel, THE JINX, was released in 2000 but has recently been re-released as an ebook. It retails for 99 cents on most online bookseller sites. It received great reviews in Publishers Weekly and others, but my favorite blurb was from The Legal Times, which called it a "remarkably well-crafted book." My second novel, KING OF PAINE, is due out shortly. I will no doubt shamelessly self-promote it in the appropriate forum when it's released.

Larry

[Larry]

Congrats on the release and favorable reviews. Having been a crime and court reporter for many years, why the Legal Times? does your book involve a law firm or the courts?

[Larry]

Hi everyone, I'm Larry Moniz. To quote an old saying, I''m a "Jack of all trades and master of none." In case you haven't already guessed, that means I'm a writer. :-)
Actually, I'm a semi-retired journalist and publicist. In addition, I'm a working author. I published my first book as a trade paperback a few years ago. It's a self-help book on promotion for authors and is based on my experiences in book promotion and publishing. I also have contributions from a dozen others authors. Some are best-sellers, other just had clever promotional methods.
I've now released my first fiction book, a mystery/adventure set in New Jersey's Pinelands.
Putting the finishing touches on an earlier manuscript in historical adventure genre, and am also working on the outline of a detective novel set in the 1930s. Oh, I'm also the proud grandfather of three great kids ranging in age from 2 to 11.
Best to all.

[Larry]

Thanks, Larry. The main character in THE JINX is a young lawyer, and the book touches on some interesting legal issues and gives an accurate feel for life in a big Wall Street firm.

[Larry]

Now THAT's smart, getting a legal trade pub to evaluate the book. That should carry a LOT of weight with prospective readers. Great job!
Now, I suggest you attach both of those reviews to an email pitch to other reviewers, local media outlets, etc. That should stir some interest among editors and reviewers. Nothing succeeds like success. ;-)