Goodreads Authors/Readers discussion

Hi,

I'm Dave Robertson, author of Strange Hunting, an Adventure/Horror novel that takes place in various locations throughout the world: Mali, Finland, French Guyana, the Philippines and more.

Berk Willis is an ordinary young man with a normal life in rural Nebraska. During a trip to Africa, he finds that the world isn't always so routine. There are exotic people, new customs and different beliefs. He ends up in a remote village where people still protect themselves with magic and where deadly, evil things prowl in the night. It's an eye opener for Berk. Are there other monsters in the world? Are trolls real? Vampires? He decides to research ancient folk tales and legendary beasts, to experience the traditional ceremonies and to hunt the old monsters.

My website is http://www.daverobertsononline.com

Dave,

Please post this in the Bulletin Board section, or the genre folders that apply to the work.

This is not the correct thread.

Hi everybody! Welcome to Goodreads :)

-Nihar
www.niharsuthar.com

Why don`t we have a place for realistic fiction and sad stories.
And what about a place where authors can give advice with budding authors.

Hi Mary,

The Bulletin Board is a great place where you can start a thread asking for author advice, or giving it. You can also use that section too ask about sad stories or the like.

-Vincent

Vincent wrote: "Sure thing, Ruth.

I'm not sure why they aren't appearing as live links on your end, but here is another link for historical fiction (you can post your work here too): http://www.goodreads.com/topi..."

I'm not seeing live links, either. Don't know how to get to my genre folder

I need to update that first page so the links work.

It's going to be a bit of a project--we have tons of folders--but when I find the time I'll do it.

In the meantime, you can scroll to your genre on the group's front page.

-Vincent

Anyone feel like joining me for a live chat.. to talk about your latest novel join me here http://www.thepremonitionreview.com/#...

Hi Vincent:

Can we have a Contemporary Fiction folder please? Thank you!

Regards,
Ani

Hi Ani,

Please use either the literary fiction folder or the general fiction one.

Thank you,
-Vincent

Hi Vincent,

Any chance of an erotica folder? After all, there are writers presenting erotica in the group. I don't mind if there is a "no nakedness on the covers" rule or something.

http://www.averagerambling.com/ Come read my blog about the realities of real life and how we really feel them.

Where do erotic fantasy and alternate history novels fit in these categories?

Sanity is very over rated. I just feel like we should all be able to express ourselves, no matter how crazy we get. Join with me and we shall discuss topics that society deems very taboo.
www.averagerambling.com/blog also, join the forum and voice your opinion

What is normal thinking? Who's to judge? As long as it doesn't hurt anyone I believe anything goes. As a lover of fantasy and starting to write a fantasy series, I think it is amazing where our minds can take us. Is it normal or sane? Who's to say. But if it is insanity, all of the fantasy/paranormal authors out there that I love I hope they never find sanity.
Mary E. Conway

Is there a discussion open on fundraising?
Thank you,
Tia

Greetings, elders and wise :-)
An' if I may, 'tis a fine thing tae walk among ye, aye, an' a thing I dinnae deserve! But if a vagabond with delusions of literature is welcome here, I'll try tae be less o' woe than I am o' weal, an' my thanks for the welcome!
Ahem. Yes - right. Back in your closet for now, Tatters (blush).
So if I may, and at the risk of once more beating a long dead equine, might I seek your wisdom? And while the thought was sparked by wandering the discussion boards here, and trying to work out where to put some of my own titles, I don't want to distort this with the Great Sin of Marketing(tm) (blush) - so I won't mention any of my own books. But this was the thought (and not for the first time).
When does one cross the line?
It's a lot easier in the Land Called Real. For a lot of lines, like the ones between countries, there are clues. Some of those clues have guns strapped to their waist, and some are just signs in the road. But what about writing genres? For instance, when does Fantasy become Paranormal, or vice and verse? How many kisses should occur in a crime novel before it's really a Romance? How many times must Lucy and Edmund come back through the wardrobe, looking for someone to genetically analyse the tuft of hair they stole from Aslan, before the Narnia books become Urban Fantasy and not straight Fantasy?
OK. So I'm kidding about Aslan's hair. Well, probably... :-).
But there it is - the thought I had. Well, had again :-). What do you think, elders and wise, wise ones and fair? :-)))

Hi, Vincent

Would it be okay if you opened a folder for authors to list their Suspense novels for all genres? Thank you for your time.

Hi Vincent,

I hope I'm posting this in the right spot. We have a group starting out for authors of steamy romance, it's not erotica, but heated, all genres. Our aim is to provide support to each other, promoting, reviewing, beta reading, etc. It's by invitation only. Message me if you're interested.

It would be great if there were a folder for Art and Photography. It's a genre my book Paths to Wholeness: Fifty-Two Flower Mandalas happens to fit in, but also a category that many of my favorite books also share.

Thanks for considering it,
David

Hello I'm new to this goodread groups thing.
Can someone give me advice on how to do promo work if the group allows it?

Is there currently a place for Steampunk in this structure?

Is it under Sci-Fi, or Action/Adventure, or something else?

Doc

Hello, I'm Stanley O'connor pursued his lifelong dream of being a professional cartoonist after serving nine years in the corporate world as a graphic designer. In his childhood, he drew inspiration from classics like Calvin and Hobbes, The Far Side, Garfield. Stanley lives with his wife, three young kids, and a lovable, dog in the San Diego.
My book
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HMB1HC5
https://www.amazon.com/dp/172395411X

Hi Vincent,
I'm seeking reviewers for my latest release, Moonshadow. Could you please tell me where to post for this? Thanks, Joy Lynn Goddard

Hi Tatter, can't stop myself from replying to you, altho Joy's post brings up a great subject and David's post about art...my dad was an artist so a favorite subject of mine. Anyway, ahem, Tatter - had to read your post several times to...uh...grasp it all, or, perhaps, to enjoy a few more minutes of your humor. As an elder (not wiser), STOP blushing and let us know your titles!!! I'm dying to know now....and welcome.

Oh wow, I'm losing it - that post was from 2016? I need a glass of wine...lol. Sorry

Hi
Not sure if this is an issue at my end, but none of the folders are appearing as clickable links on my system. I wished to navigate to the Mystery/Thriller folders, though if there is a Romantic Thriller genre, it'd suit my English version of 'Chandrakanta' admirably. Thanks in advance.

Best
Deepti

Hi Vincent,
Could you please set up a Historical Romance folder that is separate from Historical Fiction. TIA.

Dear Vincent, My book of poetry, "Poems from the Northeast," should go in the poetry group of books. I've put up an intro to the book (rather long), but so far, I've been unable to locate the poetry foler, and I don't want to post in an incorrect place. Any suggestions? Thanks, Victoria Leigh Bennett (Vicki)

Hi Vincent,
Nothing happens when I click on the folder for non-fiction. Is there a different place to add my books? Thanks.

Vincent, can you add a "Dystopian Fiction" folder? I consider my book The Reformation to be dystopian. Thanks. :)

Ruth wrote: "How do I get to the needed folder to post something? I have 5 short stories published by Untreed Reads. May I post all of them? I also have two historical fiction novels as well. All of them are li..."
Hello. I sympathise with you. Keep on trying. I'm afraid I find Goodreads difficult to work out. Good luck.

all the comments are from years back. Why?!

Hola a todos y hola Vincent!
Me llamo Pilar, soy de España y nueva en esta comunidad. Espero no meter la pata. Entiendo que puedo publicitar mi novela clasificándola en el género correspondiente. Es mi primer libro y aunque nunca creí que pudiera escribirlo, aquí estoy, orgullosa de haber logrado mi objetivo. ¡Gracias por esta oportunidad para compartir intereses e ideas!
Mi libro se titula: La música se oía a través de la ventana y es de intriga. Mil gracias.

Hola de nuevo Vincent!
Ayer escribí en este hilo y observo que la última publicación es de octubre del 2022. Creo que estoy perdida. Podrías aclararme dónde es el sitio o carpeta correcta donde debo presentarme???
¡Gracias y perdona mi ignorancia!

Hello fellows,

I trust this message finds you well.

I am reaching out to this community seeking guidance on a matter of great importance to me as an independent author.

My recently published book has garnered around 170 positive reviews, particularly from Advance Reader Copies (ARCs), on platforms such as Amazon and Goodreads.

While the reception has been heartening, I find myself facing the challenge of effective marketing. In an effort to boost visibility, I have implemented a strategy of reaching out to my TikTok followers.

Specifically, I have engaged with those who possess Kindle Unlimited subscriptions by providing them access to the book through a video plot of the novel and I asked readers to share their experience through simple, faceless videos showcasing the book cover with a "currently reading" caption, aiming to boost the visibility of the book's hashtag.

However, I now find myself at a crossroads. I can't sustain this approach indefinitely as it is very time-consuming and hinders my ability to focus on writing the sequels.
In light of this, I've explored alternative avenues and even reached out to publishing houses with the intention of republishing the book, as marketing is not my forte.

If any of you have experience or recommendations on effective indie author marketing, or if you have insights into approaching publishing houses, I would greatly appreciate your valuable input.

I am particularly interested in understanding how to leverage social media and other channels to broaden the reach of my book and connect with a wider audience.

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. I look forward to learning from your experiences and receiving any suggestions you may have.

A few years ago, I partook of a free week of lessons on indie Amazon publishing by a fellow named Bryan Cohen. It helped me find ways to reach readers and improve my sales. He's doing another Profit Challenge on the 17th of January. It doesn't cost anything and may prove worthwhile in improving profitability in your books.


https://learn.bestpageforward.net/jan24

I'm joining it again for the sixth time, because there's always something new to learn. It doesn't cost anything but time, and I understand how you're short on that as-is, but it's only a week, an hour or so per day, and I, for one, found it useful!

Hi Vincent

I find it odd there is no philosophy section, thus nowhere to place my book. Perhaps it's not a busy genre here, but still...

Great group though.

Peter