For a period last year, I didn’t share reviews of my books to my blog. I thought it might demonstrate a lack of independence if I did so and some of the book distribution platforms are so focused on independence, they sometimes remove genuine reviews.
I have changed my mind about sharing reviews and so I am sharing two today, as well as my new YT book trailer for A Ghost and His Gold. I’m also sharing the YT book trailer for Through the Nethergate because I like it.
Through the Nethergate
A lovely review by author and blogger, Teri Polen. Teri has some amazing books in the horror and science fiction genres so take a look around while you are over there:
And here is the video in case you missed it:
A Ghost and His Gold
A wonderful review by author and blogger, Rox Burkey, half of the writing duo Breakfield and Burkey. They have a series of techno thrillers called The Enigma Series and also have a number of lovely short stories. You will find links and details on Rox’s delightful blog:
Here is my smashing new book trailer:
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This is terrific Robbie1. Bravo to you and always share these!
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Thank you, John, I appreciate all you support. PS I liked Julia’s recipe and shall try her one next time.
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I’m doing a “52 In 22” cooking challenge, and Julia’s original cookbook will be in the stack of the next ten cookbooks I will use…since I’ve made this one before I have to find another of her classics!
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I look forward to the post, John. I am trying another seafood paella recipe this weekend.
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I just posted my 5th recipe, and soon I will be stacking up the next ten cookbooks I will be cooking from – one will be my Paella cookbook to be sure! I love them!
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Great, I will be coming past later today.
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I think it good you bring focus to your books. Why not.
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You are right, Bella. I don’t like to post about my books to much because it feels a bit pushy. It is my understated English upbringing [smile].
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I am understated english/ indian..lol
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Haha, yes, indeed you are.
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Wow! That is a great trailer for A Ghost and His Gold. Wonderful reviews too.
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Thank you, Darlene. The trailer is a bit on the spooky side but A Ghost and His Gold has some scary parts and it is about two ghosts and a poltergeist.
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Great videos and reviews, Robbie.
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Thank you, Denise.
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Congratulations on the two stellar reviews, Robbie! And the trailer is powerful — eerie, chilling, as well as ultra-professional. Wow!
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HI Dave, thank you, I’m pleased you like the video. I thought it was very good and I am enjoying showing it off.
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Wonderful reviews, Robbie. Congratulations and all the best to you!
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Those are lovely, Robbie. Kudos to you!
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Thank you, Jacqui.
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Reblogged this on Ed;s Site..
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Thank you, Ed.
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how wonderful to get such positive reviews; and the publisher did a great job with the video trailer…
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Hi Jim, I like the trailer too. It is deliciously creepy. More creepy than the book, I fear, but never mind.
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the music helped make it creepy…
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Yes, music, the great tool of visual media.
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it does add value!
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Congratulations on your latest reviews for A Ghost and His Gold, Robbie! I’ll hold off reading them for now, as I’m currently reading the book.
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Oh my, now I feel a little anxious. I hope you like it, Liz.
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Please don’t feel anxious, Robbie! I’m enjoying it, and it’s raising some interesting questions for me.
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I’m glad to hear that. I will be interested in your opinion and your view on its complexity. You may recall my comments about that during one of our writing group meetings.
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I’d love to have a conversation about the book when I’ve finished it.
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Maybe we could have a Zoom meeting? You can email me at sirchoc[at]outlook[dot]com.
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Sure! I’ll email you when I’ve finished the book.
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Well deserved reviews, Robbie. Congratulations! I think it’s perfectly fine for you to highlight your books’ reviews. I for one truly enjoy reading book reviews!
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HI Priscilla, thank you for your kind words. I like reading book reviews too and a buy a lot of books as a result.
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Wonderfully creepy effects in those trailers, Robbie!
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Thank you, Audrey. Nonnie does a good job with these trailers.
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I get where you’re coming from as far as sharing reviews as it may seem like you’re tooting your own horn. On the other hand, how will others find out about your books if you don’t promote them? I think the key is finding a balance. There is no shame in some self-promotion.
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Hi Pete, Yes, I know it is true. So long as its not overdone. I try not to do to many promotional posts.
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Promoting ourselves is one of the realities of writing, especially as an Indie. The blogs that do nothing but that are a turnoff to me, but I also understand it on some level.
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Great reviews, Robbie. If we don’t share our reviews though… who will?
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Yes, that is where I have arrived too. No-one else is going to do it for us.
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Congrats on these two wonderful reviews, Robbie! 💕🙂
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Thank you, Harmony.
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Smashing videos, for sure, and reviews as well. This is a great idea, Robbie. You inspire me.
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Thank you, Pam. I am so glad.
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Wonderful reviews, Robbie! What’s wrong with blowing one’s own trumpet? (Took me a while to get over the ‘English thing’ you mention).
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Yes, you are right Chris. I was actually more worried about that big platform that removes reviews, willy nilly, than anything else.
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Mmm, yes. It is a concern.
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Congratulations Robbie! (K)
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Thank you, Kerfe.
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Thanks for sharing my review, Robbie – and the trailers are awesome!
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Thanks to you, Teri. You wrote a lovely review. Hugs
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Super reviews, Robbie. And it was fun watching both trailers. 4Wills does a wonderful job.
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Yes, Nonnie is very good at these trailers.
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Congratulations, Robbie! Those are great reviews!
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Thank you, Jan.
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these are wonderful & I looove the trailer! so glad you shared with us ❤
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HI da-AL thank you for commenting here and on YT. I also think these trailers are fabulous.
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Congratulations, Robbie on the excellent reviews!
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Thank you, Mark.
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