Promoting Picture Books discussion

Ooh, that sounds like it's a fabulous idea although I'm out of hard covers. It would have to be doc or e books for me. I think you already reviewed my book, but I could review yours if you like.

Hello,

Hope I'm not breaking any forum rules here. I'm on the verge of self-publishing an ebook for children aged 4 to 7 years. It's a 'feel-good' story, told in rhyme, about a snail who's broken her arm and leg. There's no particular message in it, it's just a piece of entertainment for little children. I don't feel overly confident about it so in the first instance I'm really looking for someone to read it and give me HONEST feedback about the illustrations and story line and whether the rhymes are OK. It's the typical length for picture books, around 30 pages and takes around 4 minutes for an adult to read. If anyone is able to provide feedback, that would be great. If you think the story and illustrations are of a good enough quality, it would be great if you left a review on Amazon, though it may be a day or two before it's uploaded there. Many thanks. I can forward it in pdf format.

Marisa

Marisa wrote: "Hello,

Hope I'm not breaking any forum rules here. I'm on the verge of self-publishing an ebook for children aged 4 to 7 years. It's a 'feel-good' story, told in rhyme, about a snail who's broken ..." Best of luck, although I have not really reviewed too many books. Feel free to post it up on the group page or on the fan page if you like.

Oh, thank you. I'm not sure if I'll be able to do that as it contains illustrations too. I'll take a look, but it might take me a while as I'm not yet sure where the 'group page' is. Cheers Gia.

Marisa wrote: "Oh, thank you. I'm not sure if I'll be able to do that as it contains illustrations too. I'll take a look, but it might take me a while as I'm not yet sure where the 'group page' is. Cheers Gia."
Our fan page on Facebook is at http://www.facebook.com/promotingpict... - feel free to post it there if you like

Thanks Gia, I'll do that now. Marisa.

Bonnie wrote: "Would anyone like to participate in a triad picture book review? (Amazon frowns on and sometimes deletes direct review swaps.) Author A would review Author B. Author B would review Author C. Author..."

Bonnie - I would be interested in the triad idea, if you're still doing something like this. I can send my book to you/anyone else in a PDF format. It's a children's picture book called "Arthur Zarr's Amazing Art Car." It just went up on Amazon recently and I'm looking for reviews. -- Cathey Graham Nickell

Cathey wrote: "Bonnie wrote: "Would anyone like to participate in a triad picture book review? (Amazon frowns on and sometimes deletes direct review swaps.) Author A would review Author B. Author B would review A..."
I'm interested. My new picture book, I Want Cake! was just released. It's on Amazon and reviews help!

Jo wrote: "Cathey wrote: "Bonnie wrote: "Would anyone like to participate in a triad picture book review? (Amazon frowns on and sometimes deletes direct review swaps.) Author A would review Author B. Author B..."

JO -- I would be fine with reviewing "I Want Cake!" if you would review my children's book, "Arthur Zarr's Amazing Art Car" -- email me at catheyn AT sbcglobal DOT net. I can send you a PDF of my book, and perhaps you can do the same for me? Easier to do this via email, thanks!

Bonnie wrote: "Would anyone like to participate in a triad picture book review? (Amazon frowns on and sometimes deletes direct review swaps.) Author A would review Author B. Author B would review Author C. Author..."

BONNIE -- I'd like to see if you would review my book, "Arthur Zarr's Amazing Art Car" -- I can send you a PDF. I need reviews! Just let me know if you can do this. email me at catheyn AT sbcglobal DOT net.

Fireworks in the Night I am looking for review on my recently published book. An unlikely cast of characters will take you on an adventure into the world and music of George Frideric Handel. Rock a Note Farm, on Harmony Lane, will never be the same now that Randy the Raccoon is there to stay. His stories about the magical woods that surround the farm piqued the animal’s interest to explore. After Farmer Heather tucks everyone in each night the adventures start. Randy leads his new friends through the magical woods that border the farm, back in time to England, where George Frederic Handel lived. Randy didn’t realize how dangerous it would be for him to go back in time. Fireworks and a mistaken identity are all part of the suspense in this Randy the Raccoon and His Musical Friends book.

Sherry wrote: "Fireworks in the Night I am looking for review on my recently published book. An unlikely cast of characters will take you on an adventure into the world and music of George Frideri..." I'm a musician too - I wrote a book about jazz! We should connect!

Sherry wrote: "Fireworks in the Night I am looking for review on my recently published book. An unlikely cast of characters will take you on an adventure into the world and music of George Frideri..." (this might be a dup reply) - I'm a musician too! I wrote a picture book about jazz! We should connect!

Please just be careful if you decide to do this through Amazon. I heard that they are now coming down on reviews left by "friends" (although I'm not sure how they know if it's a friend or not). I haven't looked too much into it, but just wanted you all to be aware.

Can someone please explain how the triad picture book review works? I'm interested if it is not a direct review swap. I've partaken in one where you review the book in the comment above and then add your book and the next person reviews yours and so on, but I can't figure out how this one works.
Thanks!
Gladys

Bonnie wrote: "Jo and Cathey, I lost track of this. Do you still want to do a triad review?"

Hi Bonnie,
I'm interested in the review triad. I can review your book and then put mine up in line for the next person who wants to join in to review in this triad. My children's picture book is - The Little Big Girl.

Please send the pdf of your book to notsoseriousjack@gmail.com

I presume that the next person will review my book and then you will review theirs. Anyone else interested in joining us?

Thanks,
Jack

Jack wrote: "Bonnie wrote: "Jo and Cathey, I lost track of this. Do you still want to do a triad review?"

Hi Bonnie,
I'm interested in the review triad. I can review your book and then put mine up in line for ..."

We just need one more.

Okay great, as soon as one more volunteers, we'll do it!

Hi all :)

I want to share with you my first book. It's ABC with pictures.
Actualy I'm a designer and wanted to create something beautiful and awesome and amazing.. I completed.. and i like it! :)
But whether it's like for children? I don't know.
So I want to ask you for help.

Could you give me a honest review, please?

My book will be free from 9/18/2016 to 9/22/2016

Regards,
Konstantine

Hello. It's me again :) (More post recycling...)

I'm considering making the ebook version of my latest picture book, Tip & Lulu: A tale of two friends, free to download for about a week (or two) on kindle for possible reviewers since I cannot provide a print copy (and I don't feel comfortable sharing a PDF). Would anyone be interested in participating if I did that? I'm really proud of this book, and I really want people to know it's out there. Please reply if you're interested!!

Thank you!
Lauren :)

I'm interested as well. My book is Talisha Snow White: And Her Little Munchkins. Thanks for starting this!

Lauren wrote: "Hello. It's me again :) (More post recycling...)

I'm considering making the ebook version of my latest picture book, Tip & Lulu: A tale of two friends, free to download for about a..."

new list below

It is up to the writer to get a copy (ebook is fine) of their book to the reviewer.

Hi
I'd be interested in the same. My book is Mischievous Molly.

Are others interested in sending PDF copies? I'm unsure of how to send an ebook?

Thanks for starting this.

Carmela

Thanks Bonnie

Carmela wrote: "Thanks Bonnie"

Carmela wrote: "Thanks Bonnie"

I'm in! Lauren, I'll reach out to get your email for your title.

I would like to take part in the triad style of reviews. I am Andy Klein, the author of 'The Fantastic Adventures of Oliver Phenomena' a children's series for ages 4-8. Published by Tate and available on Amazon, BAM, B&N, and Tate publishing.

Yes, it is a picture book. There are 24 pages, and 10 pictures.

Bonnie wrote: "Jack wrote: "Okay great, as soon as one more volunteers, we'll do it!"

Aphrodyi could review Lauren's IN)
Lauren could review Konstantin's
Konstantin could review Andy(IN)
Andy could review Jack
J..."

Sorry everyone, but I am no longer seeking reviews for my book. I've discovered a few technical errors that need my attention before I can participate in something like this. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Bonnie wrote: "Lauren wrote: "Bonnie wrote: "Jack wrote: "Okay great, as soon as one more volunteers, we'll do it!"

Aphrodyi could review Lauren's IN)
Lauren could review Konstantin's
Konstantin could review And..."

Now that Lauren is out, who should I review?

Who do I review? Who reviews me? How do I get a read, and give mine?

very good. Now, How do I give you my book, and get Aphrodyi's?

Hi. I am still interested in participating . Am I able to still do so?

Dang, I missed you. Carmela.

Does this work for everyone?



If this finally works out, we can shift one name over and do it again. As long as there are no swaps.

Works for me. Aphrodyi my e-mail is a.klein40@yahoo.com to send me an e-copy of your book.

Sounds great

Bonnie wrote: "Andy,

Your review has been posted here:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

And on Amazon.

Ciao,

Bonnie"

Andy feel free to send your book to me at aantoine@nubitales.com

Aphrodyi wrote: "Bonnie wrote: "Andy,

Your review has been posted here:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

And on Amazon.

Ciao,

Bonnie"

Andy feel free to send your book to me at aantoine@nubit..."

Sorry, that qas fir Carmela

Aphrodyi wrote: "Aphrodyi wrote: "Bonnie wrote: "Andy,

Your review has been posted here:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

And on Amazon.

Ciao,

Bonnie"

Andy feel free to send your book to me ..."

Bonnie wrote: "Dang, I missed you. Carmela.

Does this work for everyone?

Aphrodyi could review Carmela
Carmela could review Konstantin
Konstantin could review Jack
Jack could review Bonnie
Bonnie could review A..."

What format do you prefer?

Aphrodyi,
my review of your book, 'Talisha Snow White' has been put up on Goodreads.

Bonnie wrote: "Konstantin wrote: "Hi all :)

I want to share with you my first book. It's ABC with pictures.
Actualy I'm a designer and wanted to create something beautiful and awesome and amazing.. I completed....."

Have you heard from Jack?

Konstantin
Feel free to message me regarding how you would like to send your book.
Thanks
Carmela

I have not received any response from Jack so it changes again.

Konstantin are you participating?

Aphrodyi could review Carmela
Carmela reviews Bonnie
Bonnie could review Andy
Andy could review Aphrodyi

No response from messaging Konstantin.

Carmela, are you in ?

Yes

Has everyone given and received their review?

If so we can start another circle if there are enough interested people.

I have.

If you want to participate in another review circle, reply here.

Signed up:
Andy
Bonnie

I'd love to participate!

Carmela wrote: "Sounds great"

Hi Carmela,

I don't see my review on Goodreads or Amazon.

Do you want to participate in another critique circle?

Hi sorry. I will post today. Yes it be happy to participate again.