I haven’t posted an update for some time due to a devastating family loss. I am now ready to continue sharing my journey as an author.
First, thank you, readers. I appreciate your support and your messages about Biography of a Friendship. As an unknown author, getting visibility is difficult and takes time. I filed my first tax return and didn’t owe any taxes! However, my goal was always to keep a promise, help raise awareness about pancreatic cancer, and share a story that can inspire other women.
Then, since I am promoting my book again, I am also launching a call for reviews. I gratefully owe this to my publisher. Most readers don’t realize the importance of reviews. Without reviews trickling in, a book loses visibility at Amazon, the number one bookseller. It’s a bit of a hurdle since you need to have an Amazon account. Goodreads is another site to post, and you also need an account. The same review can be posted on both sites.
But I get it: you might say you are a reader, not a writer. So, what’s a review? It would be what you’d tell a friend about Biography of a Friendship. Be honest: I won’t hold your opinion against you! Below is a guide list; a review with two or three points is acceptable; always include the title and author’s name:
- Begin by sharing your overall feeling about the story.
- Briefly, what is the story about?
- Did the book keep you interested throughout? Why?
- Do you have a favorite chapter?
- What is your takeaway message?
- Did the author accomplish her purpose?
- What type of readers would enjoy it (age, gender, anyone)
- Does it remind you of another book (memoir or novel)?
- Were the dialogues helpful?
- Writing about an illness is difficult; how did the author manage it?
- Did the medical information burden your reading or interest you?
- Do you think there should be more books about women’s friendship?
- Would you recommend the book?
- If you didn’t like the book, explain why.
To post a review if you read the book, or to get the book, visit Amazon.com.
If YOU have questions, please contact me: Author’s Contact Form or Facebook Messenger.
Thank you for your support of Biography of a Friendship!