Wow Publishers Weekly, Just Wow - CrimeSpace2024-03-29T12:20:03Zhttp://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topics/wow-publishers-weekly-just-wow?feed=yes&xn_auth=noIn the grand context of publi…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-28:537324:Comment:2481202010-08-28T19:40:35.583ZBenjamin Sobieckhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/BenjaminSobieck
In the grand context of publishing, $149 isn't a much. But to an individual, that's half a car payment.
In the grand context of publishing, $149 isn't a much. But to an individual, that's half a car payment. "Low self-esteem of many self…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-28:537324:Comment:2481182010-08-28T19:38:21.017ZminervaKhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/minervakoenig
"Low self-esteem of many self-published authors?" That's kinda harsh, don't you think?
"Low self-esteem of many self-published authors?" That's kinda harsh, don't you think? These are the same enlightene…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-27:537324:Comment:2480302010-08-27T20:20:59.018ZWilliam Morrishttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/WilliamMorris
These are the same enlightened individuals who previously slammed "paid for" reviews. They are not charging for the review, just for the chance to be reviewed. Aren't words wonderful? "Thank you, Sir. May I have another?"
These are the same enlightened individuals who previously slammed "paid for" reviews. They are not charging for the review, just for the chance to be reviewed. Aren't words wonderful? "Thank you, Sir. May I have another?" I thought Kirkus gave up afte…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-27:537324:Comment:2480102010-08-27T14:15:51.706ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
I thought Kirkus gave up after the outcry.
I thought Kirkus gave up after the outcry. Boy, talk about taking cruel…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-27:537324:Comment:2479562010-08-27T00:56:10.112ZJim Thomsenhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JamesRobertThomsenJr
Boy, talk about taking cruel advantage of the low self-esteem of many self-published authors. The only way I'd consider something like this is if I were assured of getting a review — and in the main publication, not some ghettoized supplement. And without any asterisks or any other labeling of the book as self-published. Either judge it on its merits or don't judge it at all.<br />
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All that, and PW doesn't really reach many book readers. I can think of dozens of smarter uses for $149 to promote my…
Boy, talk about taking cruel advantage of the low self-esteem of many self-published authors. The only way I'd consider something like this is if I were assured of getting a review — and in the main publication, not some ghettoized supplement. And without any asterisks or any other labeling of the book as self-published. Either judge it on its merits or don't judge it at all.<br />
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All that, and PW doesn't really reach many book readers. I can think of dozens of smarter uses for $149 to promote my work. Kirkus has been doing this fo…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-26:537324:Comment:2479412010-08-26T21:03:05.875ZJack Getzehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/JGetze
Kirkus has been doing this for over two years, and I'm guessing in a financially successful way if PW wants to follow suit.
Kirkus has been doing this for over two years, and I'm guessing in a financially successful way if PW wants to follow suit. Hi Minerva,
I fear that a lo…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-26:537324:Comment:2479382010-08-26T20:49:09.688ZStacyhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/StacyDeanne
Hi Minerva,<br />
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I fear that a lot of SP authors will automatically assume they will get a review. If they decide to do it, I just hope they read carefully and understand that the money is for the listing and no way guarantees a review.<br />
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Best Wishes!
Hi Minerva,<br />
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I fear that a lot of SP authors will automatically assume they will get a review. If they decide to do it, I just hope they read carefully and understand that the money is for the listing and no way guarantees a review.<br />
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Best Wishes! Hi Karen,
Yeah I saw this to…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-26:537324:Comment:2479372010-08-26T20:48:18.892ZStacyhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/StacyDeanne
Hi Karen,<br />
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Yeah I saw this too. I don't see too many folks happy about this. I was visiting a SP writing site and they weren't exactly jumping up and down. They felt it was a slap in the face to have to pay you know?<br />
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Best Wishes!
Hi Karen,<br />
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Yeah I saw this too. I don't see too many folks happy about this. I was visiting a SP writing site and they weren't exactly jumping up and down. They felt it was a slap in the face to have to pay you know?<br />
<br />
Best Wishes! Writer Beware has a comprehen…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-26:537324:Comment:2479352010-08-26T20:36:39.805ZKaren Dionnehttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/KarenDionne
Writer Beware has a comprehensive blog post on this:<br />
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<a href="http://accrispin.blogspot.com/2010/08/pw-select-opportunity-or-exploitation.html" target="_blank">PW Select: Opportunity or Exploitation?</a>
Writer Beware has a comprehensive blog post on this:<br />
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<a href="http://accrispin.blogspot.com/2010/08/pw-select-opportunity-or-exploitation.html" target="_blank">PW Select: Opportunity or Exploitation?</a> Actually, I'll bet they make…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2010-08-26:537324:Comment:2479272010-08-26T18:53:52.488ZminervaKhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/minervakoenig
Actually, I'll bet they make some money on this. $149 isn't that much to pay for some free publicity.
Actually, I'll bet they make some money on this. $149 isn't that much to pay for some free publicity.