How do you choose a book to read? - CrimeSpace2024-03-29T11:27:42Zhttp://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topics/how-do-you-choose-a-book-to?id=537324%3ATopic%3A256727&feed=yes&xn_auth=noLike most people, I tend to s…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2015-12-28:537324:Comment:4121072015-12-28T16:38:00.677ZMartin Bodenhamhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/MartinBodenham
<p>Like most people, I tend to stick with names I know. That said, once a month I try to find a novel by a writer previously unknown to me. That way, I widen my list and get to discover some great new talent.</p>
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<p>Like most people, I tend to stick with names I know. That said, once a month I try to find a novel by a writer previously unknown to me. That way, I widen my list and get to discover some great new talent.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.martinbodenham.com" target="_blank">Martin Bodenham</a></p> There are about 25 favorite a…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2014-12-04:537324:Comment:3995922014-12-04T02:58:27.444ZSuzannehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/dmbdenmother
There are about 25 favorite authors who seem to write a book each year, so I read those for sure. When I discover an established author, I'll go back and read their books in publication order. At the end of each Kindle book, there are suggested titles. I'll Google them and look their first book or two on Amazon. Oddly, the most useful reviews are the ones which pan a book. My favorite genre is the police procedural. I follow this webpage and Goodreads. I read books that I. J. Parker likes.
There are about 25 favorite authors who seem to write a book each year, so I read those for sure. When I discover an established author, I'll go back and read their books in publication order. At the end of each Kindle book, there are suggested titles. I'll Google them and look their first book or two on Amazon. Oddly, the most useful reviews are the ones which pan a book. My favorite genre is the police procedural. I follow this webpage and Goodreads. I read books that I. J. Parker likes. Another way to help favorite…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2014-07-31:537324:Comment:3950772014-07-31T19:42:47.198ZDana Kinghttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/DanaKing
<p>Another way to help favorite authors even if you read their books in the library is to post reviews. A few sentences will do, and be honest. The author appreciates you taking the time, and the more reviews there are, the more likely others are to want to read him or her.</p>
<p>Another way to help favorite authors even if you read their books in the library is to post reviews. A few sentences will do, and be honest. The author appreciates you taking the time, and the more reviews there are, the more likely others are to want to read him or her.</p> Even if you only borrow books…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2014-07-31:537324:Comment:3950712014-07-31T12:29:20.529ZJ. E. Seymourhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JESeymour
<p>Even if you only borrow books from the library, you can help your favorite authors by asking the library to purchase their books. I have a second edition of <em>Lead Poisoning</em> out and my second novel, <em>Stress Fractures,</em> is being released today. Ask for them at your local library! :-)</p>
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<p>Even if you only borrow books from the library, you can help your favorite authors by asking the library to purchase their books. I have a second edition of <em>Lead Poisoning</em> out and my second novel, <em>Stress Fractures,</em> is being released today. Ask for them at your local library! :-)</p>
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<p><a href="http://jeseymour.com" target="_blank">http://jeseymour.com</a></p> I am reading a lot of books f…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2014-07-29:537324:Comment:3947532014-07-29T15:02:45.788ZRobin Richmondhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/RobinRichmond
<p>I am reading a lot of books from library.Have formed a mystery reading group in our local library in Wigtown Scotland.I look for books by authors I like and then the librarians make suggestions which are usually spot on</p>
<p>I am reading a lot of books from library.Have formed a mystery reading group in our local library in Wigtown Scotland.I look for books by authors I like and then the librarians make suggestions which are usually spot on</p> If I already know and like an…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-11-27:537324:Comment:2571762010-11-27T15:13:41.619ZCaroline Trippehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/CarolineTrippe
If I already know and like an author, then I usually want to read everything by that author. Of course I'll try books recommended by friends or others who read similar kinds of books. Since I'm a reader rather than a writer of mysteries, I don't try to "keep up" with new books or trends, but there's a website called "Stop You're Killing Me" which has been helpful in finding new books and authors. They give mini-reviews, "awards,<br></br>
and they list authors and books that have received…
If I already know and like an author, then I usually want to read everything by that author. Of course I'll try books recommended by friends or others who read similar kinds of books. Since I'm a reader rather than a writer of mysteries, I don't try to "keep up" with new books or trends, but there's a website called "Stop You're Killing Me" which has been helpful in finding new books and authors. They give mini-reviews, "awards,<br/>
and they list authors and books that have received awards.<br/>
I usually get mysteries from the library, especially when it's an author I have not read before---I have always made an exception for Ruth Rendell. Hers I buy as soon as a new one comes out because I know I will eventually re-read them. I tend not to trust most reviews, and seldom read them anymore, but the reviewer has to have some credentials---a good newspaper or magazine, not just some blogger who thinks everything is "awesome."<br/>
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If I pick up a book by chance, say while browsing in the library, I will sometimes decide if I want to read it based on the plot outline, sometimes on blurbs (although you can't really rely on those), and very often by reading the first paragraph. That is a good way to find out right away if the writer can draw you in---can actually write.<br/>
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This forum, too, is a good place to "discover" new authors, most of whom have websites.<br/>
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I know the type of book I like, so advertising makes little impression on me, if it's a "mass market" author, or someone whose books I don't care for, it doesn't matter whether this is the "best of the best," and a "must read." I'm like many many book buyer…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-11-26:537324:Comment:2571302010-11-26T16:33:57.517ZJack Getzehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JGetze
I'm like many many book buyers, and it's bad news for all of us. I only have time to read the four or five big name authors I already love. Advertising means nothing.
I'm like many many book buyers, and it's bad news for all of us. I only have time to read the four or five big name authors I already love. Advertising means nothing. Mood, opportunity, accidental…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-11-25:537324:Comment:2570842010-11-25T19:26:39.113ZJohn Doddshttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JohnDodds
Mood, opportunity, accidental discovery, reviews, recommendations...you name it. I love discovering new authors every bit as much as the latest book by my favourite writers (who themselves can occasionally disappoint). Living in Bulgaria, English books are not accessible, and shipped items never arrive - postal worker theft, customs? Who knows? Anyhow, brought a good stock with me, read some stuff electronically - and always keep suitcase space free to fill up with books whenever I return to…
Mood, opportunity, accidental discovery, reviews, recommendations...you name it. I love discovering new authors every bit as much as the latest book by my favourite writers (who themselves can occasionally disappoint). Living in Bulgaria, English books are not accessible, and shipped items never arrive - postal worker theft, customs? Who knows? Anyhow, brought a good stock with me, read some stuff electronically - and always keep suitcase space free to fill up with books whenever I return to Scotland for a holiday. Seems like most of us go with…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-11-25:537324:Comment:2570552010-11-25T03:12:52.131ZRichard Krausshttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/RichardKrauss
Seems like most of us go with what we know. If I like an author once, I automatically keep an eye open for another by him/her when I'm browsing. One of my favorite genres is mysteries, so I'm more likely to try a new author in that genre. A friend's recommendation may influence me, especially if I know their tastes are similar to mine.<br />
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When I try a new author it's often because I keep hearing their name or the name of their book. This is what marketing communications is all about. One "touch"…
Seems like most of us go with what we know. If I like an author once, I automatically keep an eye open for another by him/her when I'm browsing. One of my favorite genres is mysteries, so I'm more likely to try a new author in that genre. A friend's recommendation may influence me, especially if I know their tastes are similar to mine.<br />
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When I try a new author it's often because I keep hearing their name or the name of their book. This is what marketing communications is all about. One "touch" is often not enough. It's the cumulative effect that brings results.<br />
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When I go to hear an author speak about a topic that interests me, I'm more likely to buy their book if I enjoyed their presentation. They've built some credibility and some connection with me. This is why platforms are so important to writers today. Platforms are marketing communication strategies that build credibility and connection. When they reach a critical point and there's a book available--sales occur! Lead Poisoning.
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Lead Poisoning.<br />
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