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[Amy]

Fran, the Second Time AroundHi, all. I'm a reader and an author, still finding my way around Goodreads. I love reading books about characters and settings outside my own culture (US, urban, white). As a writer, I'm skipping around genres--YA, dystopian, fantasy, romance. Love them all.

[K.R.]

Esther wrote: "Hello! I'm Esther and unsure of the whole marketing strategy as I'm just writing my first book. But excited to put my stories out there so that I know they don't die with me. Worried what people wi..."

Don't worry, Esther. The marketing journey will soon become second nature to you. You learn as you go. I was in the hospital for most of last year, so I am behind the 8-ball so to speak. I am just now catching up to many things I had to put aside while fighting for my life. So perhaps we can share knowledge with each other along the way.

Kate

[S.L.]

Hi everyone! (New to GR.) I'm a book worm and a writer. I enjoy all genres, though I particularly love thrillers and classics. I always have Bradbury and King on my shelf. Happy Wednesday!

[Tonya]

Mandy wrote: "Hi, everyone. Great group.
I'm Mandy Michelle.
I just took an online course from Alessandra Torre on using Goodreads for marketing. I believe it's still free. Check out her Facebook page.
I writ..."

Hey, I listened to the presentation, too. She offered some wonderful information.

[Diann]

I listened to the webinar too! It was great!

[Paul]

My novel "Against the Wild Green Range" is about a 22-year-old young woman who inherits a cattle ranch in 1873 Wyoming Territory. It received a 5-star review on Readers' Favorite Reviews.
Sioux Indians, rustlers, and a determined banker who won't take no for an answer keep the action moving. Paul F. Murray

[Amy]

I was on Alessandra's webinar also, on 9/29. I thought the video was the best part. It really clarified steps. Fran, the Second Time Around

[Amy]

I find the marketing also daunting. I used to think agents were the gatekeepers of publishing. Now I think it's technology! Fran, the Second Time Around

[Sofia]

Hi! I'm an Aussie romance author from Brisbane. Currently in the throes of editing and marketing, i have 5 books coming out for Christmas 2020 (yeah no kidding lol) so working my tush off! Might be able to not go to the gym this week...I write police procedurals heavy on romance set in both Melbourne, Australia, Texas and Montana, and I'm dabbling my toe int he deep waters of paranormal romance, mythos and gods in Trickster's Law - Loki's origin story - which releases in just 2 weeks. *runs headless around the coffee table* *slugs coffee* Ok, good now. This book is FULL of sass, and not only have I made 2 betas cry, even my husband wants to read this one (and that's a miracle right there!).

So head oved and check me out, everything I write is on Kindle Unlimited and Amazon. I work with a range of amazing cover artists to make those little gems pop and look gorgeous on your shelves! Ask me anything, say hi...

Sofia xxx

[Marilyn]

Aloha, Marilyn Maya Memoir writer and started a book tube channel on my 70th birthday called the baby boomer booktuber. I also blog on WordPress and my passion is ending the stigma against mental illness. I am editing my second memoir. Originally from Brooklyn New York, I have lived in Hawaii for 40 years. Aloha and please watch my channel if you can

[Victoria]

Welcome to the group, Eleanor, Nandita and family, Amy, Mandy, Lau, Esther, K.R, Asa, S.L, Sofia, and Marilyn!

[K.R.]

Victoria wrote: "Welcome to the group, Eleanor, Nandita and family, Amy, Mandy, Lau, Esther, K.R, Asa, S.L, Sofia, and Marilyn!"

Thank you for the warm welcome, Victoria! I am finding this group to be wonderfully informative, pleasant and fun to be in.

[Tanya]

Hello Everyone!

I am a budding proofreader. Please let me know if you have any projects. Would love to handout some samples!

Thanks!

[Elayne]

Journey: Stories By A Girl From the Bronx
I’m new here, so hi everyone. Journey is my new book posted to Amazon as paperback and Kindle version. I hope to meet some readers and authors through this group. My bio, description of the text and reviews are on goodreads and Amazon. Kindle edition is free today and tomorrow. Everyone stay safe and enjoy.

[Danny]

The Harlem Story http://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FG8CK5X

May I entertain the group with my unique novel that features R&B, gospel, and Hip Hop song lyrics? The Harlem Story is all that and more. It is an epic, action/adventure romance about gifted singers raised in the church, aspiring to sing professionally

[Patricia]

"When You're Young and In Love by Patricia Bourque. A page turning, spellbinding romance that will make you fall in love with the main characters, Kelly and Nick. Handsome, charismatic but complicated Nick, has suffered a terrible loss and vows never to love again.

Vulnerable, naive Kelly... her mother is having an affair and her detached father is an alcoholic with an astonishing secret of his own. She's desperate for an anchor in her life. When she and Nick meet at the Pine Ledge Resort, sparks fly, but for totally different reasons.

They embark on a tumultuous, passionate relationship, driving both of them to the edge of despair until... Well, I guess you'll just have to read the book to find out what happens.

www.patriciabourque.net

[Paul]

Are everybody's comments, including mine, just getting lost in the massive shuffle?

[Brandon]

Hello! My name is Brandon and I'm a science fiction author/spoken word poet/barista/library worker. I've recently started to devote more time to expanding my reach on social media and hopefully connect with other authors and poets! I look forward to being a part of this group!

[Patricia]

Paul wrote: "Are everybody's comments, including mine, just getting lost in the massive shuffle?"

Hi Paul...That seems to be the way it goes. There are no real discussions, just authors promoting their own work.

[Rose]

Hi

I'm Rose Milburn and I have just published my second novel, 'Still Waters Run Deep' on Amazon. It's the follow-up to 'Don't Judge a Book' which was originally printed via Blurb but I've since discovered that Amazon is much more affordable for readers. I've always been an avid reader myself and try to write the kind of books that I would love to read - they're women's fiction which is my second favourite genre to read, crime novels being my absolute favourite.

I'm happy to answer any questions about my books or about the writing process.

[Sharon]

Elayne wrote: "Journey: Stories By A Girl From the Bronx
I’m new here, so hi everyone. Journey is my new book posted to Amazon as paperback and Kindle version. I hope to meet some readers and auth..."

Hello Elayne! Welcome :) Are you excited to find you book up on Amazon :)
Hope all goes well for you,
Sharon

[Oliver]

Hi,
I've just published my psychological thriller, No Place To Hide. I've previously written thrillers under my pen name Oliver Rixon but I'm just coming out as the real author! Feels strange but I'm ready to face the world having tried my fiction writing on the world from what seemed like a safe distance! I'd love to reach a wider circle of readers and I have much to learn about marketing fiction, so I'm on the look out for tips and resources.

No Place To Hide: Demons Follow wherever You Go

[Adva Shaviv]

Hi everyone,

I'm an ADHD Fantasy author.
It’s fantasy that takes place inside the mind of someone you know. Possibly love. Maybe, yourself. And surely, yes, there’s a whole fantastic world out there, outside of our minds.

I have a readers' club, whose members get a free story, and also write about writing ADHD fantasy with an ADHD mind.

As a reader I prefer... actually, anything that is good. And the more, the better.

Nice to meet you! :-)
Adva

[Aaron]

I'm proud to meet all of you, as a reviewer, it takes some time for me to review all of the books that you all send me, but in time the books do get reviewed, thank you for the comments and keep on writing.

[Paul]

Patricia wrote: "Paul wrote: "Are everybody's comments, including mine, just getting lost in the massive shuffle?"

Hi Paul...That seems to be the way it goes. There are no real discussions, just authors promoting ..."

I'm thinking (sigh) that the only way to separate oneself from the herd is to do one of those $119 Goodreads giveaways.

[[deleted user]]

Paul wrote: "Patricia wrote: "Paul wrote: "Are everybody's comments, including mine, just getting lost in the massive shuffle?"

Hi Paul...That seems to be the way it goes. There are no real discussions, just a..."

Hi Paul,

This thread seems to be purely an introductory one. For extended conversations and to stand a better chance of getting reviews, I'd definitely try one of the niche groups.

Because of the sheer number of people coming through this thread, I've no doubt many of our comments get lost on it (I don't fully read all of them), but credit to Victoria for always taking the time to welcome everyone.

Thanks, Victoria!

[Connie]

Hello everyone. My name is Connie and I'm new to the self publishing world and there is a lot I don't know, so I'm hoping I'll find a lot of support and guidance on here.

I write low carb cookbooks and I have two of them on Barnes and Noble and Kobo. Not exactly sure where I can post my links on Goodreads.

Your friendship and advice is greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Connie

[Joanne]

Hi!
My name is Joanne Giacomini. I am a fiction author who writes romance, fantasy, paranormal and mystery books. I just self-published two chicklit romance books on Amazon called The Perfect Dream Man and The Perfect Engagement Books 1 and 2 of the Perfect Series.
I am now editing Book 1 of a young adult trilogy which will be available for purchase on Amazon later this month as well as putting the finishing touches on my website.

If you want more information on me, please follow me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

www.facebook.com/joannegiacominiauthor
www.twitter.com/jogiacomini
www.instagram.com/joannegiacomini

[Dalton]

Bill wrote: "
carol (akittykat) wrote: "I am only a reader...."



Only a reader!? Readers are all! :-)

"
Welcome aboard would you like a free ebook to read?
Lady wrote: "Vincent wrote: "Please introduce yourself! Do you write books? Do you just enjoy reading them?

Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"

Hello Vincent..and firstly, thank you for starting..."

[Ken]

My novel, A Nest for Lalita, is now a GR Giveaway -- Please enter for a signed/personalized print copy and add it to your bookshelf. You can read all about it by searching the book by name -- thanks! Ken

[Elayne]

Sharon wrote: "Elayne wrote: "Journey: Stories By A Girl From the Bronx
I’m new here, so hi everyone. Journey is my new book posted to Amazon as paperback and Kindle version. I hope to meet some r..."

Thank you. Yes thrilled that Kindle edition is doing well. Nice to get the first great review.

[Peter]

Hi

Well this is mildly promoting myself - if anyone would like a review copy of my new novel "Blood Ties" engaged fiction about confronting modern slavery now in the UK - do let me know,
Peter Taylor-Gooby

[Paul]

My novel "West of the Sunset" (5-star rating) is about a large wagon train on the Oregon Trail in 1852. Tyler Linders, his father Magnus Linders and 12-year-old sister Penny are on their way to Oregon. Some of the glamour of the Trail gets lost in the internal fights and external dangers as wagons break down, water gets scarce, Indians become troublesome (or helpful as the case may be), oxen traders become lecherous, and conflicts develop between some of the single men in competition for the single women, one in particular. Tyler is a part of that competition, notwithstanding another young lady's desperate attempts to win his attention. Who will make it to Oregon and who won't?

[J.M.]

Hi, everyone,

I'm J. M. Davies, Jen to my friends, and the author of The Rise of Orion paranormal romance series as well as several contemporary and women’s fiction novels. I live with my family, an adorable rescue hound Ella, and my affectionate kitty in a small town in New England close to the city of Boston, the coast, and the mountains. Since I could read, I've enjoyed an eclectic taste in books, but with a penchant for all thing's romance, and from my love of the written word, stemmed the desire to create my own satisfying stories.

When I'm not writing, I manage a local “romance only” book club called ‘Babes with Books’. I love chatting with readers and below are ways to stay in touch. If you haven’t read any of my books, sign-up for my newsletter, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a free ebook!
Newsletter
https://mailchi.mp/f285b8da4cf4/roman...
Website
https://www.jenniferowendavies.com/
Author J. M. Davies Cheerleaders Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/24632...


My first heartwarming Christmas story, An Unexpected Christmas is out on the 11th October. I loved writing this story about Jenna and Ryan, highlighting the meaning of family, forgiveness and the real meaning of love.

I hope you enjoy it to.


Blurb
Jenna Hartman is attending the movie premiere of her latest release when a breaking story emerges that destroys her image and threatens her career. Forced into hiding, and with Christmas looming, the only place to retreat is Seashell Cottage in Sandy Bay. But returning home is far from easy. It means fulfilling her mom’s final requests and facing the man who broke her heart.

Farmer by day and furniture maker by night, Ryan Cooper doesn’t have time for a serious relationship. As head of his family, he’s trying to keep the business afloat. But when Tinks—aka Jenna Hartman, the childhood sweetheart who slipped through his fingers—reappears, he can’t ignore the fiery sparks between them, even if he should.

Thrown together, they share an unexpected kiss, but is that all it is?

As they spend time together revisiting the past, will Jenna be able to forgive him? Will Ryan make her realize what’s missing in her glamorous life—a family and the chance of real love?

Check it out on Amazon
mybook.to/AnUnexpectedChristmas

[Dana]

Hello, I'm Dana.

I've been writing novels since I was a kid--I took a strong liking to YoungAdult and Science Fiction themes -- but it wasn't until the beginning of this year since I actually aspired to become a published author.

I am currently writing a dystopian science-fiction trilogy where society mandates that children born with superpowers are immediately imprisoned and sterilized.

I've written another involving a character's daredevil friend that lives across the street who starts exhibiting increasingly strange and hostile behavior after losing a contest.

And another where a preteen receives a videogame console as a gift, but experiences hallucinations and other unusual side effects from playing it.

I really like pushing my imagination but I like reading too when I get the chance.

[Aaron]

glad to meet you all,

[Angela Goldsmith]

Hi everyone, I am Angela Goldsmith from London UK.

I have written a short gothic, ghost story called The Graveside Bride which is currently available as an ebook on amazon. The story has themes of guilt and revenge.

Written in rhyme. It is a prose narrative poem, (but it is more of a short story than a poem.)

Here is the book Blurb

“On a Dark Tumultuous Night….And at the Dying of the Light…”
So begins Mr Lawrence Pinchpenny’s descent into a long, tormented, and haunted night. Visited by the mysterious, frightening, and ghostly apparition of The Woman in Grey. The spectre of The Graveside Bride. But why does she haunt his dreams?

The story, set in 1874 and is a ghostly and gothic tale of woe. Wrecking her revenge seems to be the soul motivation of this ghastly phantom. But why does she haunt Mr Lawrence Pinchpenny?

Mr Lawrence Pinchpenny is merely a solicitor in a prominent London law firm. But the titular Graveside Bride wishes to force him to experience feelings of guilt, regret, and despair? Why is this malevolent spirit from beyond the grave so intent on revenge? Why can she not rest in peace? And what role could Mr Pinchpenny have had in her sorry tale?

Written in rhyme, this gothic tale of mystery, The Graveside Bride is a short story which shares themes with Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’ Wilkie Collins ‘The Woman in White’ and with Charles Dickens ‘A Christmas carol.’

It could be included as a spooky story to read on Halloween!

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Angela Goldsmith wrote: "Hi everyone, I am Angela Goldsmith from London UK.

I have written a short gothic, ghost story called The Graveside Bride which is currently available as an ebook on amazon. The story has themes o..."

This looks really interesting, Angela. Great to see a modern poem written in rhyme too.

[Justin]

Hi! My name is Justin Dew and I'm the author of The Voice in His Head. Voice is my debut novel and I've joined Goodreads to market it. Here's the blur from the kindle page:

It is 1925. The First World War has ended, and a second one looms on the horizon.

Even as an orphan, Stephen always knew he was different, the Voice in his head told him so. When Stephen is adopted by the mysterious Bethany Andrews, he is thrust into a magical world that coexists alongside the mundane world.
After his adoption ritual, he utters a prophecy.
The lowborn children shall come, winter will guide them.
The children of space and time will hide them.
The queen of summer will find them, and the golden kingdom will bind them.

Stephen must discover the meaning of this prophecy, and survive the dangerous world he finds himself in.
Set during the prelude to World War II, The Boy with the Voice in his head is an urban fantasy historical fiction novel that will appeal to readers of the Magicians and the Dresden Files.

You can purchase it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08K2CMJTV, and it will be available in early December through Audible.

It is currently free for Kindle Unlimited Users.

[Eileen]

I'm Eileen and I'm the author of 'The Not-Ready-for-Juilliard Players,' a novel about music, talent, friendship, love and manipulation with a murder mystery running in the background. Available in ebook and paperback from Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CS3MB38].

I also have a novel set in the rock music scene of a Midwestern city in the ’60s-80s and a YA magical realism novel waiting eagerly for a publisher. Also working on a detective series.

[Michelle]

Hey guys!
I just published my second picture book titled "Mask Tester 2020". It uses the child's mask as a fun prop, and encourages mask usage. In addition, I have issued a challenge for kids to design their own mask tester. This is available only for kindle. Mask Tester 2020

[Michael]

Hi, I'm Michael.
I divide my time between working at my home in Elgin, cycling around the Highlands, and cruising the Atlantic/Caribbean islands in my yacht, Island Spirit. In past lives, I served twenty-five years in the Royal Navy and then another twenty as Director of a computer software company in the Midlands. Although I have written several novels since retirement, I consider To Run Before the Sea my first quality work. My character Rosie Winterbourne seems to be winning the hearts of my readers: I'm sure she both charms and infuriates in equal measure. I am currently (Oct ’20) completing the sequel, The Travel Agent, to be released in December 2020. Several more Rosie Winterbourne stories are on the way and I hope to build a big buzz around her.

[Vaibhav]

Hi everyone, I am Vaibhav Sabharwal and I am 16 years old boy from India. I am an author of the book 'In The Forest of Doon' and I want your help. Please read this book and rate it and review it 🙏. Support needed.

[June]

Vincent wrote: "Please introduce yourself! Do you write books? Do you just enjoy reading them?

Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"

I'm excited about the cover for my upcoming debut novel, "She Lost Her Muse." https://junerollins.com

Vincent, thank you for the invite to introduce ourselves.

June Rollins

[Tony]

Vincent wrote: "Please introduce yourself! Do you write books? Do you just enjoy reading them?

Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"

Hi, beautiful people! My name's Tony. I'm a reader and a writer, but I don't do either one extremely well. See, my tastes are incredibly specific and I was diagnosed with hyper-active disorder at a young age. I try not to let this hinder me but sometimes I can't help it.

I love very weird, abstract stories in fantasy and horror. My own writing reflects this. I also like revenge since it allows a cathartic release; since I'm powerless to stop "evil" in my real life. The best way to showcase this is in my new book (yeah, sorry): Compendium of Psychosis. It's a collection of short stories and flash fiction.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...

I don't know how to make a neat and/or attractive link. But it's on Kindle Unlimited.

Anyway, I'm warning you with peace and love, that one of the stories is pretty disturbing and intense, but it isn't gratuitous or exploitive.

Peace,
Tony

P.S. While I'm very thankful for technology and being able to find as many readers as I can; personally, I like finding weird books and not knowing who the author is. I like being surprised. I like it when it's more mysterious. But that's just personal taste.

[G.L.]

Hey All!
Celebrating my Birthday today!
Huge, one week, kindle sale ($.99) of my Book One in my 'in the works' Mægics Heir Series. My birthday gift was a notice I'm 2020's Reader's Favorites Gold Award Winner for Epic Fantasy!

https://readersfavorite.com/book-revi...

Looking for readers that love epic fantasy. Join Arias Côeurdrægon (just having reached his own seventeen year-end) and his creature friends on his journey, just begun...

[Tony]

G.L. wrote: "Hey All!
Celebrating my Birthday today!
Huge, one week, kindle sale ($.99) of my Book One in my 'in the works' Mægics Heir Series. My birthday gift was a notice I'm 2020's Reader's Favorites Gold A..."

Congratulations! And Happy Birthday!!

[Walter]

G.L. wrote: "Hey All!
Celebrating my Birthday today!
Huge, one week, kindle sale ($.99) of my Book One in my 'in the works' Mægics Heir Series. My birthday gift was a notice I'm 2020's Reader's Favorites Gold A..."

Happy Birthday G.L.! And Congratulations!

[Walter]

Hi Everyone! I am Walter Danley and I am a four-decade veteran of the investment industry. I now write suspense thriller novels instead of living the experience every day. I live in the Texas Hill Country, where I work on suspense thriller series, A Wainwright Mystery, and other standalone novels. I usually write from my library office overlooking the Cibolo Creek.

I hope you can support one of my novels- Blasted Past!
When your THEN becomes NOW, you have a Blasted Past.
A time-Traveler's Tale of the Old West.
This story will ENTERTAIN, and ENGAGE you, but at the same time you will be ENLIGHTENED by Blasted Past.
Watch the Book Trailer NOW!
Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1xjC...

Check Blasted Past through these links:
Amazon: https://lnkd.in/ePNPeMu
GoodReads: https://lnkd.in/ebekq8T
Website: https://lnkd.in/eBrsvUD

Thank you! And happy reading!

[Victoria]

Paul wrote: "Are everybody's comments, including mine, just getting lost in the massive shuffle?"

Hi Paul,
This is an introduction thread, designed for people to just introduce themselves and maybe talk about their work a little. If you want to have a real discussion, you're better off either joining or starting a thread in the appropriate folder for the topic in question. People will be more likely to have an actual conversation with you that way.