book reviewing / reader suggestions
by PaddyEger · Published January 10, 2017 · Last modified January 13, 2017
Have favorite authors? Want to support their writing? Try these ideas: Buy and read their book and encourage friends and book groups to read it. Invite the author to speak at your group (live, Skype, etc.) Write a brief review on social media, Amazon, Goodreads, etc. Let the author know what you enjoyed about the story. Recommend the book to appropriate local bookstores, groups, clubs, libraries.
book reviewing / Challenge / musings / reader suggestions
by PaddyEger · Published January 3, 2017 · Last modified November 9, 2016
Read a good book lately? A new one? One you shared with a friend? Good! I know your friends appreciate hearing about books, but so do the authors of the books you read. You can write a review faster than you can finish reading the rest of this blog!! What makes a good review? A good review shares your impressions; what you liked about the story and the characters. How long will it take to write? Budget 5-7 minutes. (You may use the same review on several social media locations.) How much do I need to write? K.I.S.S –...
by PaddyEger · Published December 27, 2016 · Last modified November 9, 2016
Resolve to set aside time for yourself to relax and reenergize. Resolve to stay in face-to-face or written contact with the people who are important in your life. Resolve to spend time reading aloud with others. It’s a special joy. Resolve to spend time writing a journal, diary, short story, poem, novel or handwrite letters to friends. Resolve to end each day with an uplifting thought or verse to assure a pleasant night’s sleep. Wishing you a healthy, happy 2017!
musings / reader suggestions / reading
by PaddyEger · Published December 20, 2016 · Last modified November 9, 2016
With the craziness and hype of the holidays and the end of the year, why not kick back, slow things down, take a break, and plan a family read aloud. I remember how excited I’d feel when adults read aloud in my elementary classrooms. It was a party for my ears and my imagination. I’d have loved to be part of a family read aloud, but it never happened in our home. As 2017 slides into view, start a new family tradition. Start a 20-minute read-aloud where everyone gathers to read, listen, and enjoy classic stories, jokes, adventure books, graphic...
book reviewing / musings / reader suggestions
by PaddyEger · Published December 13, 2016 · Last modified December 10, 2016
If you have the privilege of belonging to a book club, I’m excited for you. My book club is a group of teacher friends. We meet from September until mid-June. Each member takes a month, selects a book and provides a light meal. We use our time to get caught up as well as discuss that month’s book. It’s a joy to have an evening with friends and discover different authors and subjects. We’ve read bios, books in a series, adventure, women’s fiction, children’s books, non-fiction and memoirs. We even read a book on tidying up. (That got mixed reviews.)...
by PaddyEger · Published November 22, 2016 · Last modified December 10, 2016
If the frenzy of holidays grabs you and shakes you hard, you can make your life easier by shopping at your local independent bookstore. For me stepping into the cozy shop, surrounded by books and friendly sales persons is a treat. The size or color or shape of books isn’t important. There is something for every interest. And, if you don’t see it, they will order it for you. Some bookshops even wrap your purchases for you! Simplify your shopping. Support a local bookstore. Enjoy the hours of free time you’ll create by this one-stop shopping amid an extravaganza of...
book reviewing / reader suggestions
by PaddyEger · Published October 18, 2016 · Last modified September 23, 2016
Author’s are chatty people. I’m no exception. The following suggestions are ideas on how you can support us as we strive to introduce ourselves to ever-widening circles of readers. Invite us to: * speak at your local bookstore * speak at your local library * speak at a school in your area * join your book club meeting * attend a meet and greet in your home or at an informal luncheon * speak with a professional organization where you’re a member We are often available * in person * via Skype, FaceTime, or other interactive internet resources You can...