Goodreads Authors/Readers discussion
Introduce Yourself!
I'm Sherell Bernard...writer, reader, book-lover and book collector. I love connecting with authors and readers. I've recently joined Goodreads and it's kind of lonely here so I joined this group. I hope to make new friends and connections and share the mutual love of books and writing.
Roxana wrote: "Hello. I am Roxana. I was born in Romania in 1985. I survived an auto accident in 2009 at the age of 24 which took my life in a new direction. I am a parathlete, a model, and a fierce advocate of m..."Welcome Roxana. Your story sounds like one we all need to hear. I just put "Jungle of the Soul" on my TBR.
Sherell wrote: "I'm Sherell Bernard...writer, reader, book-lover and book collector. I love connecting with authors and readers. I've recently joined Goodreads and it's kind of lonely here so I joined this group. ..."Welcome Sherell. I just recently became more active here after being a silent observer for a few years. I'm finding you just have to keep poking your nose in a little. :)
D.M. wrote: "Hello Everyone,I am (finally) a writer of historical romance. For 35 years, I was trapped in the body of an accountant but yearned to get out. Happily retired now, I am enjoying the freedom to wri..."
Welcome DM. Congratulations on your retirement and being able to pursue your love.
Silvia wrote: "Hi everyone, this is Silvia Sama-Lambiv. I am a Christian Mom and author of I Am Jesus: Who is Jesus to you? Color Me American, Christmas Holiday Joy Picture Books, and aspiring Novelist. I love to..."Welcome Silvia. My book, while not written as a Christian book, has a strong story of redemption and testimony for a transformed life. Have fun digging around on Goodreads.
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J. wrote: "Sherell wrote: "I'm Sherell Bernard...writer, reader, book-lover and book collector. I love connecting with authors and readers. I've recently joined Goodreads and it's kind of lonely here so I joi..."Thanks J😊 will try that😁
Hi, My name is Joy Crain and I am a soon-to-be published author of wholesome inspirational romance. I love all things romance and books.
J. wrote: "Sherell wrote: "I'm Sherell Bernard...writer, reader, book-lover and book collector. I love connecting with authors and readers. I've recently joined Goodreads and it's kind of lonely here so I joi..."Hi Sheryl,
Nice to meet you. I feel the same--so many irons in the fire lately, but need to be popping in more often for sure! I also love connecting with authors--so perhaps we can connect as friends? .. (My second book was published this last January).
Hi. I'm Trish. I've been an avid reader all my life and have enjoyed writing since my early teen years. My debut novel is scheduled to be released on May 1. Nursery's Rhyme with additional novels scheduled for release every six months through May 2023.
I got a little hung up on not publishing but now that I've committed, the manuscripts that have been sitting on my shelf will finally get their chance in the spotlight.
I would love to connect with fellow authors and readers of psychological suspense/thrillers.
Hi Trish,Good for you getting your novels out there! You have obviously been working hard! I am a fan of the genre' psychological suspense/ thrillers. So I would be happy to connect! ...
Hello, My name is Eric and I just finished my first children's book which is called I Am Sequoia, A Pinecone's Adventurehttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
I would love if there was some members who would like to read the adventure. It's packed with beautifully colored illustrations. I hope you enjoy it as much as I had creating it.
E.P.Clanton
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www.eaglesquestbooks.com
Hello, I am Shanna Lee James, author of two books. My latest was written for those who have said, "I would love to write a book but would not know where to start." I encourage people who desire to write to begin, that you do not have to have celebrity status to let your voice be heard.
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Trish wrote: "Hi. I'm Trish. I've been an avid reader all my life and have enjoyed writing since my early teen years. My debut novel is scheduled to be released on May 1. Nursery's Rhyme with ad..."
Congratulations for taking the plunge. Good luck with the debut.
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Hey everyone. My name is Anthony. I just released my first self published work called Anachronisms: An Experiment in Short Stories available on Kindle (working on submitting to more platforms). It literally came out today so I had to mention it. But more about me: avid reader (duh!), amateur writer, very into science fiction and horror. Also a big comics reader as well. Here to connect with other readers and writers. I don't have friends who are into reading like I am and I'm so tired of not talking about the things I love.
Hello everyone. My name is Ann and my pen name is KC Avalon. I have a full time job and moonlight as an author. I have written two books. my first book was a romance and my current release is a suspense. I wanted to connect with other readers and writers.
My name is JP Bailey. I am fifty three and love Gothic horror. My favourite author is M R James. Some of his best stories are set in and around Norfolk which is where I live. I love 'A Ghost Story for Christmas' adaptations of his stories. Avidly waiting for the next story that was put on hold due to Covid 19. I enjoy writing dark fiction and have just had Book 1 of The Small Shoe Society published. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...
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K.C. wrote: "Hello everyone. My name is Ann and my pen name is KC Avalon. I have a full time job and moonlight as an author. I have written two books. my first book was a romance and my current release is a sus..."Hello Ann. Welcome and I applaud you for moonlighting while still working full time. You must be super organized! Great work having already written two books---I love suspense! Best wishes for your success! ...
I'm excited to say my first book has been published. When my husband and I packed four suitcases and one beer cooler full of insulin for a year-long adventure in Europe, I didn't expect to publish a book about our journey.www.amazon.com/dp/B091BCNVWQ
Congratulations to you on your debut as an author. That is something to be quite proud of! It sounds most interesting and I wish you much success!
Hello everyone! Excited to be here. My name is V. J. and I have just released my debut novel The Gadget which I've been writing for the last five odd years whilst working full-time as an archaeologist. It's a fast-paced Steampunk adventure spiced with humour. While writing a sequel I'd love to connect to fellow authors and readers.https://www.amazon.com/Gadget-Rondon-...
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Hi. I'm Sandeep.My latest novelette Chicken was #1 Bestseller in Horror on Amazon. This was a couple of weeks ago. CHICKEN only has 5 star reviews from around the world.
Approximately 9 months back, my debut novel, A Ladder Of Panties was #2 in Movers & Shakers on Amazon's Kindle store. A Ladder Of Panties is a Mumbai-based satire and is rated 4.5.
I'd like to connect with other authors so we can help each other promote our work.
Respect and regards.
Fantasy humor short stories with a touch of surrealism and anti-humor. Dedicated to care-givers for those who are ill. https://www.amazon.com/Life-Seemed-Go...
Hello Everyone, Taking a moment to share my new series - Its paranormal, fantasy, sci-fi - With a badass black female character - something new? Please give my Blood Bond Series a try. For the ole school need a good fantasy read - there's my Kyandra Saga Series. Please stop by my page. Give me love with a follow, and I'll follow right back. If you would be so kind, and purchase a book, can I go further and ask for a review. Thanks for the love. I posted a Book promo video - at www.fantasy-author.com. See> my amazon page: www.amazon.com/author/desire4fire #whyIwrite Tell me what you think. But most of all will you, and please share my write—many Thanks.
My name is John Crye and I'm a writer and filmmaker living in Los Angeles. My "day job" is coaching writers of all kinds and experience levels, a job I've been doing for a decade now, since stepping away from my old career as a film executive. I am currently self-publishing a Fantasy Adventure serial called "The Elect Stories" exclusively on Amazon Kindle.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:"
V. J. wrote: "Hello everyone! Excited to be here. My name is V. J. and I have just released my debut novel The Gadget which I've been writing for the last five odd years whilst working full-time as an archaeolog..."Hello V.J!
As you are an actual archeologist, I have a story that I would dearly love you to read! My second book, called For the Ages is science-fiction but has two archeologists as leading characters. Please check out my book trailer here on goodreads.com under my author's profile. In exchange, I would love to read your book and provide a review. I just created a group on this website to do just that for all authors, which is described below.
If you have an e-book, then let's exchange and get ourselves on the board.
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I have begun a new group on goodreads.com called Authors' Review Exchange. The idea is for new or experienced authors to find other authors in their genre(s), read each other's works, and leave a review here -- at a minimum - and on Amazon or other high profile sites. Of course this will work best in e-book format to ease the exchange.
The drive behind it is that I am a new author who needs reviews and I figure others are in the same boat. In a recent interview a representative of goodreads.com outlined that this site -- like Netflix -- is driven by reviews which are collated and compared in
order to suggest new books to avid readers. This includes those of their chosen genre(s) as well as introducing new suggestions. The site is also geared toward the next tier, i.e. leaving out the JK Rowlings and Stephen Kings since everyone knows who they are.
I invite other authors who feel this is a worthy idea and encourage them to let others know.
Michael J. Scharen
https://michaelsbookcorner.com
Anthony wrote: "Hey everyone. My name is Anthony. I just released my first self-published work called Anachronisms: An Experiment in Short Stories available on Kindle (working on submitting to more platforms). It ..."Hello Anthony,
My name is Michael J. Scharen and I'm a new author of science-fiction. I've just started a new group on goodreads.com called . The idea is to get authors of similar genres or interests together to review each other's books here on this website. I feel we can bootstrap each other's work and really leverage this website for what it does best -- collate reviews and suggest books to readers based on them. Who knows? Someone reading the reviews might place more value on them as coming from other writers.
You can see my author's profile here under Michael James Scharen. I have my books listed there along with trailers and other fun stuff.
Take Care,
Michael J. Scharen
https://michaelsbookcorner.com
Hello Michael. I think this is a great idea. I am quite new here too and looking for reviews of my book. I write horror. I will check out your group. Thanks.
Hi! Nice to meet everyone! I'm new here, so I hope I get this right. I'm an author, Vintage Barbie collector, and a miniaturist with massive collections. I retired from teaching art early, when my mom was killed in front of me on my birthday. Now I spend my time reading, writing, and creating!
The Repulsive Tales of Wayward Fern: When Drinking and Thinking Don't Mix
Michael Little Boy Black & Blue: Surviving the Effects of a Poisonous Child Abuser
Michael, Little Boy Blacker & Bluer: Surviving the Effects of a Poisonous Child Abuser II
I'm an avid reader and writer of LGBTQ+ books - the group I identify with. I have written three books from true-life, complete with love, betrayal, lust, abuse, humor, complex-PTSD, passion, a tinge of sarcasm and inspiration from the heart. Thank you for welcoming me into your group. Feel free to connect at any time. Let's look beyond the titles. We can talk about your books or mine! :)
Mark wrote: "Hello Michael. I think this is a great idea. I am quite new here too and looking for reviews of my book. I write horror. I will check out your group. Thanks."Great to hear! The more folks we have with this idea in mind, the greater the number of possibilities for a proper match and exchange.
I hope more will join, so we can get that critical mass of authors needed to wind this up.
Michael wrote: "Hi! Nice to meet everyone! I'm an author, Vintage Barbie collector, and a miniaturist with massive collections..."
Hi Michael,
I just followed you. Welcome to the group.
Trish wrote: "Michael wrote: "Hi! Nice to meet everyone! I'm an author, Vintage Barbie collector, and a miniaturist with massive collections..."
Hi Michael,
I just followed you. Welcome to the group."
Right back at you! Thank you! :)
I am Mariia. You can find my book "Through the magic sunglasses ".When I was younger I was dentist and christian, now I am a writer and buddhist.
And I am just 30 years
old. How?! I found my own way and I feel privileged to share it with you through my books.
My story is a story of independence, strength, and believing in yourself.
Let's help each other to find our passions, let's share them! Let's live a full life! And most of all say "YES" to yourself!
Mariia wrote: "I am Mariia. You can find my book "Through the magic sunglasses ".Hi Mariia. I've read some of your posts and think I would like to find out more about your work. I am a horror fiction writer myself. I just followed you. I hope you have a good day.
Best wishes
Mark
Mark wrote: "Mariia wrote: "I am Mariia. You can find my book "Through the magic sunglasses ".Hi Mariia. I've read some of your posts and think I would like to find out more about your work. I am a horror fic..."
Hello Mark . Nice to hear from a writer! Even we are writing in different genre I think we can share our experience as we both write fiction! You are welcome!
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, I am a new writer. My first book was just published and is currently selling on Amazon. My story is a nonfiction tale of breast cancer from a patients point of view. It is titled What Dumbass Doctors Tell You A Patient's Perspective. Yes, many doctors have told me many crazy things, but after a second opinion, my own research, and advocating for myself my story became a published book. It is a must read for physicians, cancer patients, and even caretakers. All reviews are welcomed. The e-book version is currently on sale until April 5. https://www.amazon.com/What-Dumbass-D...
My name is Kevin M. Kraft and I am an indie author. You can learn more about me at my website at www.kevinmkraft.com. I look forward to becoming acquainted with others here on Goodreads. I especially seek reviews and to grow my readership. If you fit into one of these groups, please reach out.
If you're looking for books to read or listen to, may I offer my own? PM me if you got time to read and review.
Kevin wrote: "My name is Kevin M. Kraft and I am an indie author. You can learn more about me at my website at www.kevinmkraft.com. I look forward to becoming acquainted with others here on Goodreads."Hi Kevin! I followed you here and signed up for your newsletter. :)
I am Olga Levitzki, a romance fiction author. I'm also a journalist and interpreter. I'll be glad to interact with other authors and readers!
Looking for ReviewerHello,
I have recently published my first novel, historical fiction, The Lost Wisdom of the Magi, with The Conrad Press ISBN 9781913567378. It is set against a backdrop of the 1st Jewish Revolt against Rome. I am looking for people who would be willing to review it on Amazon or other sites. If you write historical fiction, I'd be happy to return the favour.
Susie Helme
Howdy~ here are quick facts about me: I'm an EMT.
I wrote a book "Air Unplugged" based on my experiences as an EMT.
I run on sleep deprivation because of the above experiences.
Pleased to meet you.
Hello! I am Marc, I am not an author, just love to read! I have just a bachelors in Physics, employed as a devops software engineer, so I'm a bit technical, but only a bit!Big fan of history, science, music, travel, and science fiction/fantasy. At one point, I read 100 books a year, but have slowed down since I no longer travel so much for work (former consultant).
Just finished a biography of Cicero the Roman politician, now flipping to sci-fi, planning on reading a bunch of hugo award winners before going back to history...
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G'Day, my new author family. My name is Daniel and live with my wife and two sons in land Down Under. I am shiny and brand new to good reads and whole social media/online world. Its daunting. I released my first published novel in Feb 2021 - Historical Fiction for teenagers/young adults but really anyone can read it (hope so). Thanks everyone. Drop a question or comment and I'll happily reply.Lucius Barca and the Gladiators' Rebellion
Hi everyone! My name is Natasha Bishop(pen name) and I'm a contemporary romance author who will be releasing my debut this summer. I'm looking forward to interacting with different authors and readers!
Natasha wrote: "Hi everyone! My name is Natasha Bishop(pen name) and I'm a contemporary romance author who will be releasing my debut this summer. I'm looking forward to interacting with different authors and rea..."
Welcome Natasha -- good luck with the debut.
Daniel wrote: "G'Day, my new author family. My name is Daniel and live with my wife and two sons in land Down Under. I am shiny and brand new to good reads and whole social media/online world. Its daunting. I rel..."Welcome Daniel. I get what you mean about the Goodreads/social media scene - can feel overwhelming. I've started limiting myself to a prescribed amount of time to invest. I will look at the release info on your book.
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I am (finally) a writer of historical romance. For 35 years, I was trapped in the body of an accountant but yearned to get out. Happily retired now, I am enjoying the freedom to write and grow as an author.
I look forward to interacting with other authors and readers.
Cheers,
DMP
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