Fantasy Book Club discussion

Helen wrote: ":) That's so interesting. I love the names in this one.

I also loved visiting Bristol zoo as a child although I hope the enclosure are much improved now!"

The enclosures are somewhat improved and they no longer keep so many large animals. The polar bears were very poorly treated but they are gone now.

Oh that's good. I remember crying at the polar bears but I didn't know why. Everyone then shouted at me. I reckon I had empathy! I also remember the big drop by the elephants. I've a photo of dad holding me as a baby and smoothing a trunk that was stretched out.

I'm a teacher and we take classes to Chester and Blackpool zoos and they are better than the old ones.

New question: do publishers take any notice of reviews/stars etc on GR or Amazon?

Helen wrote: "New question: do publishers take any notice of reviews/stars etc on GR or Amazon?"

I imagine they only pay attention to the sales figures. It might be different if it's a self published book that they are considering making an offer on.

Right. So more of an updated 'you must read this' that now spreads further than ever before.

Everyone please join me in thanking Mark for joining us and giving us insights into the writing process and life as an author.

Thank you :) it is much appreciated.

A pleasure. Thanks for choosing my book!

:)

Yes, thank you Mark. It's great to have the author's input on the books we read.

Thank you, Mark. I enjoyed reading through the comments, and participating in this discussion.

Thanks Mark!