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[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Thanks Dale:)

[Dale]

Brenda wrote: "Thanks Dale:)"

Funny Brenda, because authors are often told by some experts in the industry that they should not respond to review even if it is a good one. But I would have thought to respond is a lovely thing to do and have appreciated when authors have commented and liked my reviews and have thanked reviewers who liked my books.. And when we see the response from reviewers like yourself who get a kick out of an author's response it is lovely to see. It makes everyone feel good to see that joy,

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

I think it is good when authors respond to positive reviews. It makes the reviewer feel good and encourages them to continue reviewing. Good reviews are after all free advertising for the author's book!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I agree - it's bad policy to respond/react to a negative review, but yes us reviewers love an author's personal "thank you"...it's definitely special!

[Marianne]

I agree wholeheartedly

[Dale]

Phrynne wrote: "I think it is good when authors respond to positive reviews. It makes the reviewer feel good and encourages them to continue reviewing. Good reviews are after all free advertising for the author's ..."

Exactly my thoughts Phrynne and Brenda

[Suz]

Well put ladies! I absolutely agree.

[Suz]

Dale wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Thanks Dale:)"

Funny Brenda, because authors are often told by some experts in the industry that they should not respond to review even if it is a good one. But I would have thoug..."

I agree Dale.

[Sally906]

Brenda wrote: "I agree - it's bad policy to respond/react to a negative review, but yes us reviewers love an author's personal "thank you"...it's definitely special!"

Yes we do. Even a 'like' by an author makes my day - but a few words are so special :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I agree - a like is fantastic as it means they've taken the time to read it. When the words are sent as well....wow!

[Carol - Reading Writing and Riesling]

Phrynne wrote: "I think it is good when authors respond to positive reviews. It makes the reviewer feel good and encourages them to continue reviewing. Good reviews are after all free advertising for the author's ..."
And it encourages you to post on other sites- Amazon etc

[B the BookAddict]

Monday morning 7am and I've been up since about 5am. I've been feeling very bleary-eyed since I've been home from my holiday. We were on the go 16 hours a day in Melbourne and I've come home fairly exhausted. Home to find that the house-sitter did not know what a doormat was for so I've had lots of cleaning to get done. My pets were happy see me home, Mo leaped up and nearly cracked my front teeth out, ouch! Poppet is still sulking that I left her!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Monday morning 7am and I've been up since about 5am. I've been feeling very bleary-eyed since I've been home from my holiday. We were on the go 16 hours a day in Melbourne and I've come home fairl..."

Sounds like you need a holiday to get over the holiday Bette! Sounds exhausting! At least you can relax a bit now you're home :)

[Leonie]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Monday morning 7am and I've been up since about 5am. I've been feeling very bleary-eyed since I've been home from my holiday. We were on the go 16 hours a day in Melbourne and I've come home fairl..."

I know what you mean! Have just returned from visiting our daughter in Wagga. Am being constantly stalked by the cat.

[B the BookAddict]

I do feel exhausted, lol. I've slept 9 hours a night since I've been home which is unheard of for me. My Poppet is giving me the cold stares and otherwise ignoring me:) Today is looking very much like a couch day for me but I'll feel guilty because I should be pruning my roses:(

I'm normally in the shower by now but am still in pj's and here on GR.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

The roses will still be there tomorrow Bette :) Enjoy some "you" time while you can :)

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Just give yourself some more time off Bette, your body is obviously enjoying the change ;)

[B the BookAddict]

That's what moving to the coast has done to me; after a week in the city, I'm exhausted. My sister is back at work and she says she's tired too.

A holiday to get over the holiday may well be in order, Brenda.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

B the BookAddict wrote: "That's what moving to the coast has done to me; after a week in the city, I'm exhausted. My sister is back at work and she says she's tired too.

A holiday to get over the holiday may well be in..."

Sounds like a plan ;) The long nights of sleep wouldn't hurt you either!

[Sharon]

Good morning guys ... haven't been here for a bit, been sidetracked, but my mum was interviewd by New Idea regarding my missing sister, and it is in this weeks New Idea titled Can you solve this crime? On pages 34 - 35

Hope you all have a good week.

[Tui]

Brenda wrote: "No I can't put it up on Amazon yet as it's not published until 2nd July, but it's on Goodreads "

That's an amazingly appreciative review. Also the kind of book I'd love to read but will wait and hope for a price reduction some time.

[Tui]

I wonder how many of us added the book to the TBR due to that review (I did)."
I think it will go on my wish list so Ammie will let me know if it goes on special.

[Tui]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Monday morning 7am and I've been up since about 5am. etc"
My cat also sulks when we leave her even for few hours. She ignores us for certain period after we return home and then she finally forgives us and loves us to bits.

[Faye]

Sharon wrote: "Good morning guys ... haven't been here for a bit, been sidetracked, but my mum was interviewd by New Idea regarding my missing sister, and it is in this weeks New Idea titled Can you solve this cr..."
Goodluck with that Sharon, hope your family finds some information.

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Yes, everything crossed that it turns up something new Sharon oo.

[Marianne]

Sharon wrote: "Good morning guys ... haven't been here for a bit, been sidetracked, but my mum was interviewd by New Idea regarding my missing sister, and it is in this weeks New Idea titled Can you solve this cr..."

Best Wishes for some success there, Sharon.

[Suz]

Sharon wrote: "Good morning guys ... haven't been here for a bit, been sidetracked, but my mum was interviewd by New Idea regarding my missing sister, and it is in this weeks New Idea titled Can you solve this cr..."

Good to see you here, I hope it brings up some information Sharon. I will go and buy it.

[Carolyn]

Sharon wrote: "Good morning guys ... haven't been here for a bit, been sidetracked, but my mum was interviewd by New Idea regarding my missing sister, and it is in this weeks New Idea titled Can you solve this cr..."

That's great that the story is in a mag that so many people will see. Fingers crossed that it helps someone remember something useful.

[Dale]

Sharon wrote: "Good morning guys ... haven't been here for a bit, been sidetracked, but my mum was interviewd by New Idea regarding my missing sister, and it is in this weeks New Idea titled Can you solve this cr..."

Hope it turns up something helpful Sharon.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Tui wrote: "Brenda wrote: "No I can't put it up on Amazon yet as it's not published until 2nd July, but it's on Goodreads "

That's an amazingly appreciative review. Also the kind of book I'd love to read but ..."

Thanks Tui:) I hope you can get to it sometime...it's well worth the read!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Tui wrote: "B the BookAddict wrote: "Monday morning 7am and I've been up since about 5am. etc"
My cat also sulks when we leave her even for few hours. She ignores us for certain period after we return home a..."

Our dog does that when we go away!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Good morning guys ... haven't been here for a bit, been sidetracked, but my mum was interviewd by New Idea regarding my missing sister, and it is in this weeks New Idea titled Can you solve this cr..."

Good luck for an outcome Sharon:) xx

[Faye]

Sorry What day does New Idea come out? I don't normally buy mags...thanks Faye

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Faye wrote: "Sorry What day does New Idea come out? I don't normally buy mags...thanks Faye"

I don't either Faye, but I think it'd be out today...you could flick through to see if the article is there before you buy it:)

[Sharon]

The New Idea issue came out today and is on the shelf until Sunday :)

[Faye]

Sharon wrote: "The New Idea issue came out today and is on the shelf until Sunday :)"

Thanks Sharon, I will go and purchase it today.

Cheers

[Faye]

Brenda wrote: "Faye wrote: "Sorry What day does New Idea come out? I don't normally buy mags...thanks Faye"

I don't either Faye, but I think it'd be out today...you could flick through to see if the article is t..."

Yes will do thanks

[Sharon]

Thanks for the kind wishes guys :)

[Sharon]

Ah ... MSM have picked up the story with pics and things and it can be read online

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/artic...

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

That's heart breaking. I really hope you find some information Sharon.

[Tui]

Sharon wrote: "Ah ... MSM have picked up the story with pics and things and it can be read online"
Sharon, I really hope someone can come up with some information to help to put your mother at rest. What a sad story.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Ah ... MSM have picked up the story with pics and things and it can be read online

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/artic...-..."

So sad and awful Sharon...I do so hope this story helps..**hugs**

[Sharon]

Thank you ... now back to reading ;)

[Sally906]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Monday morning 7am and I've been up since about 5am. I've been feeling very bleary-eyed since I've been home from my holiday. We were on the go 16 hours a day in Melbourne and I've come home fairl..."

Our Hunter )AKA BBB - Bad Beagle Boy) sulks tooo. We put him in kennels when we go away - and he really loves them there - but when we come back he shadows me for days and when I settle he lies facing me and gives me those reproachful looks that only a dog can give!!!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

LOL! Oh yes that look! It's classic!

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Working on a brand new laptop here and having fun finding out how different it is from my old one. Well some fun and a bit of aggro:)

[Suz]

Sounds good Phrynne, I still haven't done anything about fixing mine..

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

I am about to load Office. That's when the fun starts. Getting the internet working these days is a doddle. The rest I find harder.

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Windows. Still haven't started it though. Too busy playing on here, fixing my favourites etc:)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Good luck with it Phrynne:)