Who Is Supposed to Care About Author Interviews? - CrimeSpace2024-03-28T11:18:26Zhttp://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topics/who-is-supposed-to-care-about?commentId=537324%3AComment%3A281053&feed=yes&xn_auth=noAnd let's not forget that int…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2815572011-04-02T20:34:59.267ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
And let's not forget that interviews depend on the right questions being asked.
And let's not forget that interviews depend on the right questions being asked. Paul's point applies almost e…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2815222011-04-02T18:02:10.173ZBenjamin Sobieckhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/BenjaminSobieck
<p>Paul's point applies almost exclusively to online interviews. They're all over the place. Major publications work in quality over quantity with their interviews, and it shows. But you know the writing from the authors is usually better right up front.</p>
<p>Paul's point applies almost exclusively to online interviews. They're all over the place. Major publications work in quality over quantity with their interviews, and it shows. But you know the writing from the authors is usually better right up front.</p> Those with comedic talents sh…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2815462011-04-02T16:23:15.039ZPaul Grzegorzekhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/PaulGrzegorzek
<p>Those with comedic talents should sell more books than their shy counterparts because life isn't fair... But to be honest, anyone listening to an author interview is already most likely a fan, so other than word of mout "he's such a nice bloke, too..." etc, i don't see how it makes much of a difference to sales. </p>
<p>Of course the hole in my own argument is that if you do happen to hear an interview and you like the author, you're that much more likely to seek out their books. It's a…</p>
<p>Those with comedic talents should sell more books than their shy counterparts because life isn't fair... But to be honest, anyone listening to an author interview is already most likely a fan, so other than word of mout "he's such a nice bloke, too..." etc, i don't see how it makes much of a difference to sales. </p>
<p>Of course the hole in my own argument is that if you do happen to hear an interview and you like the author, you're that much more likely to seek out their books. It's a bit like making a new friend. Sometimes you just click with someone, and if they happen to write books i suppose you buy them.</p>
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<p>I should argue with myself more often...</p> I think there are a lot of th…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2815172011-04-02T15:33:35.118Zu.v.rayhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/uvray
<p>I think there are a lot of things in life that we could say <em>should</em> be.</p>
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<p>Personally - I have long said: writing is no more than a slow form of show business. In fact, I first said that in Slightly West Magazine (Washington) about 16 years ago.</p>
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<p>It's not necessarily having comedic talents. It's just a question of being an engaging personality. I think if you can give engaging interviews it is inevitable that it will be beneficial. Have you watched…</p>
<p>I think there are a lot of things in life that we could say <em>should</em> be.</p>
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<p>Personally - I have long said: writing is no more than a slow form of show business. In fact, I first said that in Slightly West Magazine (Washington) about 16 years ago.</p>
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<p>It's not necessarily having comedic talents. It's just a question of being an engaging personality. I think if you can give engaging interviews it is inevitable that it will be beneficial. Have you watched interviews with Henry Miller? Such an entertaining raconteur! There is little comedy involved.</p> ? Jack, I think that must be…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2815302011-04-02T14:00:07.278ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
<p>? Jack, I think that must be a marketing oversight. Or ?</p>
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<p>And thanks for the chuckles, all.</p>
<p>? Jack, I think that must be a marketing oversight. Or ?</p>
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<p>And thanks for the chuckles, all.</p> See, the problem with this is…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2815292011-04-02T13:59:00.017ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
See, the problem with this is that it skews things. Why should those with comedic talents sell more books than their shy colleagues? It's the book that matters. Or rather, it's the book that should matter to the reader. Interviews need to provide enough information about the book (not necessarily the author) to make a potential buyer want to read it.
See, the problem with this is that it skews things. Why should those with comedic talents sell more books than their shy colleagues? It's the book that matters. Or rather, it's the book that should matter to the reader. Interviews need to provide enough information about the book (not necessarily the author) to make a potential buyer want to read it. Yes, like a lot of other peop…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2815062011-04-02T10:52:38.677Zu.v.rayhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/uvray
<p>Yes, like a lot of other people in this thread, I disagree. I think author interviews are an integral part of the marketing process.</p>
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<p>It's pretty much established that many writers - especially poets - build their reputations on the marketing of themselves.</p>
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<p>Though I have to say, many writers don't know how to give entertaining interviews, so you're probably correct in saying they can be boring. But there are writers who give very colourful performances in…</p>
<p>Yes, like a lot of other people in this thread, I disagree. I think author interviews are an integral part of the marketing process.</p>
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<p>It's pretty much established that many writers - especially poets - build their reputations on the marketing of themselves.</p>
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<p>Though I have to say, many writers don't know how to give entertaining interviews, so you're probably correct in saying they can be boring. But there are writers who give very colourful performances in interviews.</p> That's a great idea. I'm just…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2814682011-04-02T07:14:07.754ZMark Porterhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/MarkPorter
<p>That's a great idea. I'm just about to sign a copy of 'Shutter's Island.' *</p>
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<p>*Legal Note - This is not true. </p>
<p>That's a great idea. I'm just about to sign a copy of 'Shutter's Island.' *</p>
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<p>*Legal Note - This is not true. </p> Hell, I'll sign other people'…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-02:537324:Comment:2814122011-04-02T00:50:20.685ZBenjamin Sobieckhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/BenjaminSobieck
<p>Hell, I'll sign <em>other people</em>'s books!</p>
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<p>"Check out El Leo's 'Up in Honey's Room!' If you order now, I'll sign the copy I read and mail it to you! But you better act quick, supplies are limited! Exclamation mark! Exclamation mark!"</p>
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<p>Aaaannnddd...scene.</p>
<p>Hell, I'll sign <em>other people</em>'s books!</p>
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<p>"Check out El Leo's 'Up in Honey's Room!' If you order now, I'll sign the copy I read and mail it to you! But you better act quick, supplies are limited! Exclamation mark! Exclamation mark!"</p>
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<p>Aaaannnddd...scene.</p> Actually, mine are more expen…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2011-04-01:537324:Comment:2813602011-04-01T21:22:46.311ZJack Getzehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JGetze
Actually, mine are more expensive without the signature. $1.25 vs. $1.
Actually, mine are more expensive without the signature. $1.25 vs. $1.