#book publicity

[thecurseofoakhavenofficialblog]

Howdy, peeps! I’ve recently published my first book on Amazon through Kindle Direct Publishing, but entirely neglected to advertise its release to the market.

For anyone who would like to try it out, I’ll add a link to the Amazon site, but there’s no pressure whatsoever. Reblogs are greatly appreciated, as they would help word about my book spread, but of course, there’s no obligation to do so.

Best wishes, everyone!

#My book #author talks #literature #book publicity #Signal boost? #possibly? #anywho #now I’m just talking to myself #I always loved how the tags are just a place #To put all your random thoughts #book blog #authors #writing prompts #libraries

[ebookporn]

Society of Authors calls use of bad reviews for book blurbs ‘morally questionable’

After several critics complained of being quoted out of context on the covers of Jordan Peterson’s new book, the industry body has spoken out against the practice

by Ella Creamer

The Society of Authors (SoA) has spoken out against publishers misrepresenting negative reviews on book covers and the UK publisher Bonnier Books is producing a “best practice” document for blurbs, after controversy over the use of reviews on the cover of the Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson’s book Beyond Order.

On 15 August, prominent writers criticised the way their reviews had been quoted on the back cover of the paperback edition of Peterson’s book, published by Penguin Random House. The Times columnist James Marriott tweeted an image of the cover featuring a quote from his review that appears to endorse the work. In the now deleted tweet, he wrote: “Incredible work from Jordan Peterson’s publisher. My review of this mad book was probably the most negative thing I have ever written.”

The quote attributed to Marriott read: “A philosophy of the meaning of life … the most lucid and touching prose Peterson has ever written.” The actual phrase from Marriott’s review is: “one of the most sensitive and lucid passages of prose he has written”, a description specifically about one chapter in an otherwise almost entirely negative review.

In a similar vein, Johanna Thomas-Corr, literary editor of the Sunday Times, tweeted that her quote featured on the book (“Genuinely enlightening and often poignant … Here is a father figure who takes his audience seriously. And here is a grander narrative about truth, being, order and chaos that stretches back to the dawn of human consciousness”) was a “gross misrepresentation” of her review, calling for it to be removed. In a Sunday Times comment piece on 20 August, she wrote: “Beyond Order is an awful, mad book – you shouldn’t buy it.”

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#book marketing #book publicity #book publishing #book reviews #authors #writer problems #bookstores #librarians

[nocturna-iv]

Érase una vez en Fanfiction

I know this is different from what I usually post here, but I wanted to share with you that my first book is on pre-sale. It's in Spanish, but as a POC and Queer author, it's something that makes me feel very proud.

You can find the book here

And the ebook here

#book publishing #book publicity #books #poc author #queer author #aro author #latina author #latin author #fanfic #fics #writing #lgbtqia #pansexual character #gender fluid character #friends to lovers

[darkporchpublisher]

February Halloween? Well, why not?

Get ready for a spooky ride.

Unravel the mystery of "The Halloween Fog," where a simple night of trick-or-treating turns into an eerie adventure. With every twist and turn, Thom Bennett captures the essence of Halloween suspense.

Check this out!👇 https://thombennett.com/halloween_fog.html

#authors #books #fiction #book blog #book publicity #book publishing #bookworm #mystery #bookish #thriller #suspense #halloween #ghost trick #adventure time

[nando161mando]

oops! it seems i tripped and dropped several million free books, papers, and other resources

https://annas-archive.org

https://sci-hub.se

https://z-lib.is

https://libgen.is

https://libgen.rs

https://www.pdfdrive.com

https://library.memoryoftheworld.org

https://monoskop.org/Monoskop

https://libcom.org

https://libretexts.org

http://classics.mit.edu

https://librivox.org

https://standardebooks.org

https://www.gutenberg.org

https://core.ac.uk

#free books #free book #freebookpromotion #books and reading #books & libraries #free #comic books #bookstagram #books #literature #library #librarians #public libraries #the smartarts library #library of ruina #ausgov #politas #auspol #tasgov #taspol #australia #fuck neoliberals #neoliberal capitalism #anthony albanese #albanese government #eat the rich #eat the fucking rich #anti capitalism #antiauthoritarian #antinazi

[july-19th-club]

seriously have been thinking about this all night long. call me autistic but the fact that 90% of workplaces the point is not to get your work done and then be done doing it but to instead perform an elaborate social dance in which you find something to do even when you're done doing everything you need to do in order to show your fellow workers that you, too, are Working . because you are at Work . disgusting why cant we all agree that if there is no work immediately to be done. we just dont do anything

#i personally like to not be doing things constantly at all times. it stresses me out #i know there are ppl who thrive on cosntant activity #but me i like to chill out. #and the problem then becomes that i only ACTIVELY remember to do work and Find More Work To Do when im stressed #at the thought that others might want to see me working #if im ever relaxed i just dont look for stuff to do #catch 22 of modern work culture which permeates even ostensibly noncapitalist structures like public libraries #for instance: will it really kill anybody if the books get shelved by me now after a very busy day? #or shelved tomorrow morning by. well probably me since i'll be the one at the desk #not in the slightest #but it was work that wasnt being immediately done by me. therefore it was incorrect behavior #that i failed to identify because my instinct is to relax when not immediately presented with a Situation #this got me labeled as 'having no initiative' by my dad from a very early age #and even as an adult i still feel like im a child with no initiative

[turnedwatson]

Discover the Pleasure of Hobbies: Nurturing Enthusiasm and also Personal Development

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Leisure activities are greater than just a method to pass the time; they are a portal to discovering and supporting our enthusiasms. Whether it's painting, horticulture, playing a tool, or even gathering stamps, hobbies supply us an opportunity to explore our passions and also reveal our creative thinking. Participating in a leisure activity not just brings us joy and leisure however also permits us to grow directly and also create brand-new skills.When we enjoy our leisure activities, we enter a state of circulation, where time appears to fly by, and also we are fully immersed in the task. This state of flow not only offers a getaway from the stress and anxieties of every day life yet also aids us enhance our emphasis as well as focus. Whether we are working with a problem, having a tendency to our yard, or weaving a scarf, pastimes require our full focus, permitting us to achieve a feeling of mindfulness and also mental clarity.Additionally, pastimes

use us a possibility to discover brand-new interests and expand our perspectives. Experimenting with various leisure activities introduces us to brand-new areas and networks, where we can fulfill similar individuals with similar passions. Signing up with a knitting club, participating in paint workshops, or joining a book club are all ways to attach with others that share our passion. These links can result in brand-new friendships, collaborations, and also also career opportunities.Furthermore, hobbies provide us with a feeling of purpose as well as achievement.

As we invest time as well as effort into our hobbies, we experience a sense of development and accomplishment. Whether we finish a difficult puzzle, master a new recipe, or complete a knitted covering, these small triumphes improve our self-confidence and also encourage us to set brand-new goals.In conclusion, exploring leisure activities is not nearly discovering something to do in our downtime; it is regarding supporting our passions, fostering individual growth, and also getting in touch with others. So, why not delight in a hobby today? Discover the delight, satisfaction, and also endless opportunities that await you on this amazing trip of self-discovery.

Read more here https://www.alissadaydreams.com/

#Amazon Kindle marketing #Book reviews #Book publicity

[rightwriter]

ELLEN BROOOOOOOCK !! Serving us solid facts about how to avoid the cliche and melodrama!

#book publishing #rightwriter #writing tips #writing #kissing books #book publication #book publicity #writing advice #author #author advice #writing business #author marketing #Youtube #ellen brock #nanowrimo 2023 #nanowrimo #preptober

[greencreeker]

Seattle Public Library is doing this awesome program called Books Unbanned that allows teens and young adults (ages 13-26) access to their collection of e-books and e-audiobooks from anywhere in the USA. All you need to do is fill out a simple form and you get their Books Unbanned card. Please share this information far and wide. I know they're not the only ones to have done this, but the more the merrier!

#banned books #seattle public library #american libraries #public libraries #book banning #book bans #library love #signal boost

[housmania]

hey sorry your boyfriend fell into the public library book donation bin. yeah he’s being used to fund vital community programs and support services. yeah beanbag chairs too. if you pay your overdue fines we’ll give him back though

#public library book donation sale my beloved #e #humor

[ebookporn]

#tiktok #booktok #book marketing #book publicity #authors #writers #writing #book publishers #book tumblr

[booksinmythorax]

"Don't use Libby because it costs libraries too much, pirate instead" is such a weird, anti-patron, anti-author take that somehow manages to also be anti-library, in my professional librarian-ass opinion.

It's well documented that pirating books negatively affects authors directly* in a way that pirating movies or TV shows doesn't affect actors or writers, so I will likely always be anti-book piracy unless there's absolutely, positively no other option (i.e. the book simply doesn't exist outside of online archives at all, or in a particular language).

Also, yeah, Libby and Hoopla licenses are really expensive, but libraries buy them SO THAT PATRONS CAN USE THEM. If you're gonna be pissed at anybody about this shitty state of affairs, be pissed at publishing companies and continue to use Libby or Hoopla at your library so we can continue to justify having it to our funding bodies.

One of the best ways to support your library having services you like is to USE THOSE SERVICES. Yes, even if they are expensive.

*Yes, this is a blog post, but it's a blog post filled with links to news articles. If you can click one link, you can click another.

#books & libraries #booklr #bookblr #librarians of tumblr #public libraries #librarians

[darkporchpublisher]

Be part of the thrilling adventure from day one. 😍

Remember, don't forget to follow and share our page to get a chance to WIN.

#authors #mystery #books #bookish #fiction #thriller #book publicity

[2wo-knav3s]

best notification possible

#Libby app my beloved #public library supremacy forever #Got a book today that was one of those ‘we actually don’t even have that as an ebook’ indefinite holds #but I guess they got a new copy and SEE this is why placing that hold is worth it anyway #db

[opencharacters]

Public Domain Day 2024

Once again its the day we all wait for, public domain day. the day some thing get ripped out of the clasps of the claws of corporations. This year is notable for many things becoming public domain but specifically a certain mouse in the united states. Here's an example of some of the things but note that this is only a sampling of what's become public domain

In Europe and other life of author + 70 years areas:

The Wind Has Risen by Tatsuo Hori

The polish Koziołek Matołek comics by Kornel Makuszyński

Mr. Weston's Good Wine by T.F Powys

In New Zealand and other life of author + 50 years areas:

J.R.R Tolkien's work, but only the ones published during his lifetime. Things published by his son Christopher are not public domain

Margaret Wilson's The Able McLaughlins

The works of crime writer Lucy Beatrice Malleson (Anthony Gilbert)

In the US:

All things published in 1928

The big one of course, Steamboat Willie and the earliest incarnation of Mickey Mouse. Disney still owns trademarks so be careful and theres some things like his gloves that didnt appear until later and im sure the Mouse's lawyers are watching like hawks

The House at Pooh Corner, first appearance of Tigger

Orlando: A Biography by Virginia Woolf

Theres much more. Take a peek over at Project Gutenberg or The Internet Archive

#public domain #mickey mouse #tigger #books #copyright

[fangtastic-vampyra]

buying books & reading books..two different hobbies.

#books and reading #books & libraries #books #bookstagram #bookstores #reading #used books #currently reading #book recommendations #booklr #comic books #library #support your local library #public libraries #school libraries #libraries #librarians #bookblr #book quotes