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Hi! My name is Twisha. I am an avid reader of several different genres of books! I love fantasy and mystery thrillers the best. My last read was Without Merit by Colleen Hoover.
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Mary wrote: "Robin wrote: "Hi Arch, Mary may be using the mobile app. I use both the desktop/laptop version and the mobile one. The mobile version doesn't have buttons for reply, preview, edit, or to add a link..."I'm with you guys -- I'm not crazy about the mobile app either.
Happenstance memoir volume IAgainst the Tide volume II
website: www.LesterFisher.com
Covers the 20th century from my great great grandparents homesteading in Oregon to my return from Peace Corps Kenya. Then vol. II covers my first marriage and career.
Hi My name is Lebron my book is Titled Pressure cooker and I can send ebook for free for review in box me for your free copy I’m excited to know what you think!
Hi, I'm Diane Campbell Green. I've written two adult books, a World War II memoir of a family member and an historical fiction book based loosely on my family genealogy during the gilded Age. From there I have written the Becky Chalmers Series: four published books about the adventures of Becky and her friends growing up in the 1960s. The fifthe book of this series is Becky Chalmers Beautified. It is due to be published in August, 2022.
Read “A Favor Returned,” a short story by author William S. Hubbartt excerpted from the western novel Against Overwhelming Odds appearing in Frontier Tales Magazine, issue #155, August, 2022, the premier on-line magazine of western stories. Highlights:
Teamster Clint Carrigan is delivering goods through territory controlled by Jicarrilla Apaches. There he encounters a Puebloan maiden who fears for her life. But during a deadly battle, the maiden disappears. Will they ever cross paths again?
Read-Vote-Tell a Friend. It’s Free. Link follows.
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Re: I need book reviews in exchange for a free novel:
If you want to get a free download of my new novel, DANGEROUS PROTECTOR by Jill Grant, here is the link at Bookfunnel:
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If you want to get a free download of my new novel, DANGEROUS PROTECTOR by Jill Grant, here is the link at Bookfunnel:
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/q7mtfo97gu Copy
Hi! I am KD. My first book, Secrets of Urthis, has come out in paperback and I'm so excited. It's been out in kindle for 2 months.It's LGBTQ+ adventure fantasy.
Secrets of Urthis
Hi there, I just joined Goodreads. I recently finished my manuscript LoveLivesHere, a children’s faith based picture book. Praying it gets picked up soon, will begin sending it out next week. It’s nice to be here! Denise Taylor
My name is Ruth Thompson, a Goodreads author. I have written two books--one non-fiction and one fiction. You Can Be Well (2015) was self-help non-fiction book to help people take charge of their own health through nutrition and lifestyle. In 2022 I completed my first novel, a Heart for Healing, in the genre of women's fiction and holistic health. Storyline: Follows the career of a female naturopath; how she risks persecution for her innovative therapies and ideas to integrate medical and holistic health care.
www.ruththompsonauthor.ca
I am also an avid reader of women's fiction and historical fiction.
Hi my name is Jasmine Ward Moton. I have written one ebook titled Life Journeys available on Amazon Kindle. I wrote the poems to inspire people through daily life struggles.Next, I want to write a children's book.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8F6C6J4/...
I have always been a voracious reader, but never expected to be a writer. A Cowboy, A Ranch, and Love is my first novel and is available on Amazon. It is a modern-day Christian, western romance – wholesome, fun, and romantic. I hit the publish button on a Thursday, and received my Medicare card on Saturday. Stopping to count my blessings was the inspiration for this novel. My hope is that as people read this book, it brings a smile to their face and prompts them to thank God for the special people and blessings in their life. I live on an Angus beef cattle farm in Southwest Missouri. My faith, family, and friends -- along with the farm and my collie dog, Harley -- are what I thank God for every day. A line from this book, “a work in progress, brought to you by God’s Amazing Grace and Incredible Patience…” is how I view my life.
I encourage anyone considering doing something new, different, challenging after 60 - go for it.
Hello All! I am Sean Patrick Byrne and new to this site and am the author of The Psychopomps, my debut work of literary fiction.The Psychopomps
Sean Patrick Byrne
The book takes on serious themes involving suicide, addiction, violence, experimental forms of therapy and much more. Having endured rehab, therapy and the exhausting life of an English teacher, I finally finished this manuscript and secured a book deal after a last ditch leap of faith to see it published. While the content may appear heavy, I hope a reader finds it odd, funny and revealing. I mean, the use of schedule 1 drugs is bound to lead to strange places. You can read more about me and my book at: www.seanpatrickbyrne.com.
I am Lester Fisher, I have written a memoir that covers the 20th century from the time my great great grandparents homesteaded in Oregon to the time I returned from Peace Corps in Kenya. At age 75 I try to document the great changes in our society from the eye of individuals who lived through it.Happenstance
Happenstance
Hi! My name is Isabella, but I go by Bella Rose while writing. I'm currently working on a trilogy that I've been drafting the first book of. I also love reading as much as I do writing. My favorite genre is definitely fantasy. (I'm sorry if this introduction seems weird. It reminds me of when it's the first day of school and you have to introduce yourself to the class)
I have been a member of this group for some time; however, I cannot recall whether or not I formally introduced myself, so I will do so now. Please, excuse me if the introduction is redundant.My name is Jim Vuksic.
Formerlly: Roman Catholic Seminarian (St. Mark Seminary, Erie, Pennsylvania - 1961 - 1965) - U.S. Marine (Vietnam Veteran) - Professional Musician (1968 - 1976) - Manager H.J. Heinz Company (1968 - 2001) - Husband (1970 - 2005).
Currently: Father (4 adult children) - Grandfather (4 grandchildren) -Retiree (2001 - To-date) - Widower (17 years to-date) - Travel Enthusiast (5 foreign countries & 45 of the United States to-date) - Published Author.
I look forward to sharing ideas and opinions with the members of the group.
Hi my name is Jennifer Learmont , I have just written and had published my book“Kiss my boots “
I have had a few reviews on here ,what’s the best way to get people to read and review,find me basically 🌼
Jennifer, I just joined and have the same question. I will be publishing my Thriller in November and want to connect with reviewers or find an ARR list. Please advise if you find the path. Thanks. Ben
Jennifer and Ben,Most Goodreads discussion groups include a topic dedicated exclusively for authors to promote their work. Join the groups that suit your personal preferences. Promote your books only in those discussions specifically designated for promotion, join in the disussions on other topics to allow members to get to know you as a person.
You have both created the standard Goodreads Member Profile. I suggest that you replace it with a Goodreads Author Profile.
Do not aggressively solicit reviews or offer any type of compensation or reciprocation; such activity turns-off many avid readers. If a reader wishes to rate and/or review a book, they will. If they don't, they won't. Beware of those who aggressively offer to review your work; quite a few are scam artists.
Very few novice authors ever achieve comercial success or even nooriety within this extremely competitive field. That said; some have. There is no reason why you might not eventually become one of them. I wish you success.
welcome to the group everyone. Enjoy your days,
Greetings and Hello! I am Kathy Haley Buhrman and a Goodreads author. I published Hear The Whistle, available on Amazon. https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/sho...
Happy to be here!
I also started writing after 60. It is wonderful to discover something so precious later on. What a privelage!
Hi Nicola, I was in my mid 50's when I knew, I just knew without hesitation, it was time to go after what I was passionate about. I was writing and researching. But honestly, I did not know I was going to write a story about my dad. That story in itself was not in my plans but unfolded in my new journey. So, yes, it is wonderful to be right where I am at this stage in my life. Ten years ago, I never thought I would be a published author and I look forward to the next twenty and what I might discover! It's never too late.
Hello everyone.I am Gail McGuire and I am a first-time author, having just completed a manuscript of a childhood memoir entitled Raised on Freedom: Favored Tales of a Boomer Kid. I grew up in a time that was a pinnacle of American patriotism, middle class, traditional values, and family and community ties. I wrote the memoir to capture the great extent of freedom and liberties we had as children of the times. I am new to the group, just joined today. I will be seeking readers. I look forward to all I will learn from all of you! gailmcguire@comcast.net
Welcome new members.I want to say, I am a writer, not an author. Writing is fun. I have been writing for fun for over 30 years
Hello! My name is Pat Spencer and I am glad to meet you. My international thriller is drastically reduced! Never offered this low before! Story of a Stolen Girl is only .99. Sale ends soon! Get your copy now.UCLA freshman, Darby Richards, remembers sitting at the tables of a private LA gambling club, but not how she ended up in Ankara, Turkey. Her life is in danger. Everyone is searching for her, but authorities are baffled. Her mother is desperate.
Darby tries to escape at each twist and turn. Her widowed mother, a successful architect, does something no other mom has ever done before. If she fails, her daughter will be lost forever.
I would be honored if you would write a review here on Goodreads and on Amazon. Many thanks, Pat Spencer
Story of a Stolen Girl
I am a paranormal and fantasy author who also dabbles in writing the occasional romcom. I am currently getting ready to launch Book 3 "The Capture"" in my latest paranormal thriller/romance series "The See-Ers". It is about a woman who discovers she is a psychic and decides to join a government organization where psychic agents are protecting a huge secret that could endanger humankind. Her late grandmother directs her to the man who is an agent and psychic (see-er) who trains her. Book 1 "The Discovery" and Book 2 "The Training" are available on Amazon.I also have two other series: "The Perfect Series" a romcom series, and "The Knight Series" a ya fantasy series both available on Amazon. I am currently also writing another paranormal romance and fantasy series.
Below is a link to my author website: https://www.joannegiacomini.com.
Hello Everybody,I am Henry P. Monk and am a first-time self published author. I'd like to hear from readers and reviewers, and wish to review for other debutants.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5KQ45Z5
Musical Lee, son of a shadowy jazz legend father, and paranoid schizophrenic mother, is born in Swinging Sixties London. He must grow up fast in the UK’s most densely populated borough in a typical red brick tenement estate amid violence, crime and deprivation. Reduced to hand-me-downs, jazz and football, he knows no better. Until his older sister shows him Norway, opening up the boy’s dreams and imagination.
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 my name if Rosalie Rayburn, I’ve just recently self-published my first novel, “The Power of Rain”, a political mystery set in New Mexico with an environmental twist. It’s currently listed as a Goodreads Giveaway until Aug 19. I am a retired journalist and the novel is inspired by my 20 years as a reporter for the Albuquerque Journal. I moved to Portugal in 2019 and am working on my second novel and write a blog with advice on how to relocate to Portugal.
Hi I’m julie 63 from Sydney write poems and very short stories First time published on kdp a few days ago
Happy to make more friends to talk about reading or writing
Add me !
Here is my link to book https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0B7QXPM...
Hello All! My name is Greg and I've gone from teaching philosophy, running an online magazine, and doing audio dramas and podcasts to suddenly deciding to release a novel called 'Love Before Covid'. It's a book about love in the 21st century, and how confusing contemporary relationships can be. It's political, melodramatic and violent, a black comedy, a heart warming love story, and a puzzle book of dreams.
It contains three interweaving stories.
'Romance' is about a man called Joe who dumps his girlfriend Janet because she's been diagnosed as a psychopath. Despite being a psychopath, Janet may have been an amazing romantic partner. This becomes apparent when Joe's next girlfriend Loraine (who isn't a psychopath) turns out to be a violent, verbally abusive alcoholic. However, Loraine isn't all bad. She may be loving and trustworthy in ways Janet is not.
'Procreation' is about a lesbian couple called Eve and Alice who are deciding whether or not to have children. Eve insists she has no desire to have children, while broody Alice replies that Eve just has internalised homophobia. Alice thinks society wants only straight people to have children. Eve insists that queer people should have the right to be childfree, while Alice insists Eve has been brainwashed by the patriarchy into denying her maternal instincts.
'Sex' is about Lena and Davis, two women in Los Angeles who decide to meet for coffee after not seeing each other for four years. Both are quite talented writers in their early thirties. However, Davis shocks Lena by telling her she has quit writing to become a world famous online porn star in the space of two years. Davis has a bland husband named Ben who is unhappy with her new career, as well as a brilliant teenage son called Max. Max is angry that his friends can now see his mom having sex, and is giving Davis the silent treatment. As the conversation between Lena and Davis progresses, it becomes apparent that Davis thinks her husband and son should be proud of her for being a sex-positive role model who is liberating women. It also becomes obvious that Max's discomfort with Davis's porn may have a more disturbing explanation: he is secretly attracted to his mother, and hates himself for it.
Hello there fellow book lovers. My name is Maggie Toner, and in March of 2022 I published my first novel. It is called Orkney: a Novel, and is available on Amazon Books. My book is historical fiction and touches on five separate eras. The action begins in the Northern Scottish Islands of Orkney during the iron age. The second section takes place in Roy Bridge Scotland in about 1390-99. Then the action moves to Lismore, Ireland, circa 1499-1500. The fourth section is set at Chaffey's Lock on the Famous Rideau Canal and Waterway, in Eastern Ontario, Canada. And finally, the characters wind up in Fredericton New Brunswick in the 20th Century.
You could say simply that the book is about reincarnation; this would barely touch the tip of the iceberg, imo. Also figuring largely in the story are many beautiful and wise horses, many drawn from my own acquaintance.
I hope my post here meets with the group's approval.
Sounds like a really interesting story! I'd be curious to know how a horse could be wise.
Hi, I've written a self-help book titles "Focus for Success" and I'm really keen to get my thoughts out there.https://www.amazon.com/Focus-Success-...
Maggie wrote: "Hello there fellow book lovers. My name is Maggie Toner, and in March of 2022 I published my first novel. It is called Orkney: a Novel, and is available on Amazon Books. My book is historical fic..."
That sounds really interesting Maggie! I love history, and since some of my heritage comes from Scotland, I will be sure to check it out!
My pen name is R.F. Whong. My book, Love at the Garden Tomb, a contemporary Christian romance, is available on Amazon.Here is the BACK COVER BLURB:
Lily Young is content to leave love to others more qualified. Betrayed and kicked out of her family home in Taiwan at sixteen, she can’t afford to be hurt again.
Josh Ying has his own share of life’s adversities. Growing up in Hong Kong with a sick older brother, he is the invisible child until he makes a bold demand that leads to a dire consequence.
Constant interactions at Ohio State University bring two desolate souls together. Yet personal hardship and circumstances beyond their control, plus unresolved guilt and resentment, scatter them in different directions.
Years later, they run into each other again at the Garden Tomb in Israel. Under the spell of the Jerusalem Syndrome (a set of mental phenomena that involves religions, psychosis-like experiences), will they jeopardize their hearts again?
Hola, mi nombre es Camila. Soy de Colombia, y tengo 20 años.
Hace poco publiqué mi primera historia en Amazon se llama "3o noches", les dejaré el link por acá.
Me gusta mucho escribir, pero es la primera vez que me atrevo a mostarle al mundo mis escritos. Si quieren criticar o apoyar a una novata, esta es la posibilidad para hacerlo.
Please, do it.
https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin...
Un abrazo.
Hello everyone, my name is Tiffany Aliyah Davis and I wanted to share with you my debut poetry novel 'letting go is how i love you now', published July 2021. It is temporarily on sale on amazon for more than half off, and if the following description aligns with you, I'd truly appreciate you taking a look at it :)'In a diary styled recollection, Tiffany Aliyah takes us on a journey through the pain and joy of love, the grief that sometimes follows, and the power in self-love and letting go. A powerful memoir of heartbreak, grief, love, and healing, Tiffany Aliyah's debut collection, letting go is how i love you now, is a beautiful and vulnerable display of a journey to faith and loving self again.'
letting go is how i love you now
Book Website: https://www.tiffanyaliyah.com/book
Amazon: https://href.li/?https://a.co/d/ej7LISj
I am also interested in book reviews, please message me to connect, or contact me through my book website.
love and light,
Tiffany
Hi Tiffany,Are you interested in doing a review swap? My book is Love at the Garden Tomb (Amazon).
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