Wednesday, January 9, 2013

My First Book Review on Secondhand Shoes

 

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William Kendall, at Speak of the Devil, has posted a review. It brought tears to my eyes. Go here to read

Having the novel out there, even in paperback, is surreal. Personally, I’ve sold almost every book I’ve bought at cost. I started out with thirty-two and now have ten left. My marketing plan is to plant seeds without shoving it down peoples’ throats. So I’ll be doing some fundraisers within the next couple of months. Next month, I’ll be hosting a book party at Sweetman’s little eyewear shop. And once I know when for sure it will be up for the Kindle, I’ll be having a blog party and giving away free ebooks.

Let me know if any of you are interested in helping out. Just say so in the comment box. Hoping to have a date soon.

Hugs and chocolate,

Shelly

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35 comments:

  1. TonjaJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    That is a good review! I enjoyed the first two chapters a lot (and I don't normal read anything paranormal). The characterization is strong - I feel like I know the characters already.

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    1. shellyJanuary 9, 2013 at 12:43 PM

      I'm so glad. The paranormal isn't the scary part in the story. And tried to make Gram as tangible as possible.

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    2. William KendallJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:35 PM

      It definitely isn't the scary part of the story!

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  2. M.J. FifieldJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    That is a lovely review. It must feel wonderful to have someone say such wonderful things!

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  3. Gossip_GrlJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Congrats on the great book review! He definitely had some great things to share about your book. If you are interested, keep me in mind. Would love to give you a Monday Shoutout for Secondhand Shoes.

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  4. Francene StanleyJanuary 9, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    I wish you every success with your latest book. Let me know if I can do anything to help on my blog.

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  5. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 9, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    I'll help with your blog party! And awesome you got such a great review.

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    1. shellyJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:07 PM

      I know you will, Alex. You're Santa Claus of the blogosphere. Thank you.

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  6. Golden EagleJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:48 PM

    Congratulations on the review! :)

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  7. NormaJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    As I posted on the book's blog, I'm willing to do whatever I can--review, guest post, whatever!

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    1. shellyJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:08 PM

      I know. Thank you.

      Hugs and chocolate,
      Shelly

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  8. William KendallJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    It feels like you're doing things just right, Shelly. And the book is marvellous.

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    1. shellyJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:08 PM

      Thank you, Sir Wills.

      Hugs and chocolate,
      Shelly

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  9. Lydia KangJanuary 10, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    Congrats on such a great review! You have a right to be proud. :)

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  10. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    Great review! Would love to help you out any way I can :)

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  11. Shannon LawrenceJanuary 10, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    I'd love to help, depending on when it happens! Congratulations on a great review!

    Shannon at The Warrior Muse

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  12. Misha GerrickJanuary 11, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    Congrats on the review. :-)

    You're welcome to come give away a book on my blog next month and do an guest post or interview about it.

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  13. Catch My WordsJanuary 13, 2013 at 12:26 AM

    Congrats on your book. Promoting a book would certainly be a challenge.

    http://joycelansky.blogspot.com

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Good reviews are the best, aren't they? But if I believe the good ones about my work, then I have to believe the bad ones, too -- right?

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    1. shellyJanuary 14, 2013 at 7:03 AM

      Reviews are an opinion. Look at Fifty Shades of Grey, The Twilight Series...Bad reviews...***shrugs***are a part of life if one is a writer.

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  15. Gail M Baugniet - AuthorJanuary 14, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    Wonderful first review, Shelly. I am eager to read your book and look forward to it becoming available for my kindle!

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  16. Maria McKenzieJanuary 15, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    Shelly congrats on your book and that wonderful review! Please keep me posted as to when it's available on Kindle!

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    1. shellyJanuary 15, 2013 at 12:42 PM

      Thank you for stopping by, Maria. I will definitely keep all posted.

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  17. Intangible HeartsJanuary 15, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Can't believe I missed this. Of course I want to feature you on my blog. Would you like to write something for the Desert Rocks? Have you ever been to the desert? Is there anything in your book about a desert? Find a connection and it would make a cute story for my blog! I'd love it and I'd make all the links to Amazon or wherever you'd like it to click to. Hugs.

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