tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post5110995131802535273..comments2024-03-18T19:09:05.766-04:00Comments on For What It's Worth: Tell Me Something TuesdayKarenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-85089772722387743312019-04-13T21:41:36.454-04:002019-04-13T21:41:36.454-04:00I don't mind obscure words when the main chara...I don't mind obscure words when the main character is a geek and I know they would use them. Otherwise, no thanks. And I'm the same! I only do blog tours if I am going to be able to review on the tour and it's a book I really want to read and review already. Otherwise they all seem the same to me >.>Olivia's Catastrophehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12706765857201768908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-16337359161785418022019-04-10T02:04:55.216-04:002019-04-10T02:04:55.216-04:00I don't mind some if it fits the story but if ...I don't mind some if it fits the story but if it's out of the blue $10k words when a 5cent word would fit better...oy. I had one author I quit that seriously 5 times on a page you were looking up words. It was tedious. Anna (herding cats-burning soup)https://www.blogger.com/profile/17422129120413380189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-82232780259196981292019-04-08T16:30:24.303-04:002019-04-08T16:30:24.303-04:00I agree on everything you said about blog tours. I...I agree on everything you said about blog tours. It was amazing to me how many bloggers would just post the original post with crappy formatting. I got tired of links not working. It was so much trouble finding the pages and adding my own links to the buttons. Ugh. 😜La La in the Libraryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18253014225202985934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-75320761500366515952019-04-08T14:37:54.104-04:002019-04-08T14:37:54.104-04:00They got so generic. I know a few years back one p...They got so generic. I know a few years back one post - like a cover reveal or something - would be on over 100 blogs in one day. You just glaze over at that point.<br /><br />They're hard to do and get little reward so unless it's something I love or it's unique - I won't bother.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-60307913153983176262019-04-08T14:36:10.209-04:002019-04-08T14:36:10.209-04:00I'mt he opposite. I have ZERO energy lolI'mt he opposite. I have ZERO energy lolKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-39610790842676240352019-04-08T14:35:49.413-04:002019-04-08T14:35:49.413-04:00They really do! Even when they send all the info a...They really do! Even when they send all the info and can take hours to adapt it to your blog style, add links, photos etc.<br /><br />I would for a book or author I believed in though & in most cases Is tick to reviews now because their easier for tours.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-74521924686134253762019-04-08T14:34:17.654-04:002019-04-08T14:34:17.654-04:00Yeah - when they are pitching things to you it'...Yeah - when they are pitching things to you it's all YAY let's do this! But then when you post - crickets. At least in my case. <br /><br />I don't join for page views but I don't see the point of posting for a tour if you aren't trying to get eyeballs on the posts to promote the book.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-22460909731542124432019-04-08T14:32:46.542-04:002019-04-08T14:32:46.542-04:00Thanks. I'm getting there...new routines are h...Thanks. I'm getting there...new routines are hard to get going.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-57336343463600122432019-04-08T14:32:21.168-04:002019-04-08T14:32:21.168-04:00I really respect the reputable tour groups. It'...I really respect the reputable tour groups. It's a LOT of work on their end. And bloggers have their fair share of bad behavior with tours.<br /><br />I would absolutely join a tour for something I believe in but not just to pump out posts. Between the technical issues and the tour groups/publishers leaving you hanging out on your own - it's not worth it.<br /><br />And I think Young's books have always touched on issues peripherally - but with this one she sharpened (excuse the pun) it and taken the topic head on. Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-50986999355073583642019-04-08T08:50:30.342-04:002019-04-08T08:50:30.342-04:00I used to do a lot of blog tour stuff but nobody e...I used to do a lot of blog tour stuff but nobody ever commented on the posts and I realised that few people were interested in seeing a ton of it on blogs. I stopped doing it and I never comment on blog tour posts myself!chucklesthescothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09423562114343636659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-83789365295962610262019-04-07T11:54:47.475-04:002019-04-07T11:54:47.475-04:00Hopefully that now the move is over and you guys a...Hopefully that now the move is over and you guys are pretty much settled you'll get back into reading. It's always so hard after a big move for me to find the motivation to just sit still and read. I feel like I need to be up and doing something. LoL Kristin (Book Sniffers Anonymous)https://www.blogger.com/profile/11916755699616389906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-2472834436600969672019-04-07T03:14:03.168-04:002019-04-07T03:14:03.168-04:00Hurray for finishing a book! And a good one at tha...Hurray for finishing a book! And a good one at that! I rarely do tours because they really are labor intensive and usually take forever to format. Much more work than just posting a review. So I only do it if it's the only way to get a review copy or, as you said, if it's a book or author that's worth it. I agree with you about the obscure words, and lol about using them!Kit @ Metaphors and Moonlighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10113986982046115579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-90997651285363398762019-04-06T11:23:33.916-04:002019-04-06T11:23:33.916-04:00I hate when obscure words are used for no other re...I hate when obscure words are used for no other reason than the author trying too hard but don't mind them if there's a purpose. <br /><br />I'm touring less because I'm so tired of being treated like crap and having things sent the day/night(!) before its to be posted. <br /><br />Congrats on finishing a book! Niccihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12122972546470154598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-4915441079778839892019-04-05T15:55:35.091-04:002019-04-05T15:55:35.091-04:00Glad you were able to finish a book. Congratulatio...Glad you were able to finish a book. Congratulations on your move. I'm sure you'll be back to your old reading schedule soon enough. I love seeing your pics on Instagram. Amy Purdyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08211334175857761051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-90560619227796003592019-04-05T15:15:44.516-04:002019-04-05T15:15:44.516-04:00I can't wait to pick up my copy of Girls With ...I can't wait to pick up my copy of Girls With Sharp Sticks seeing how much you've enjoyed it! I've always found her books entertaining but this sounds like a break out novel from her. Super excited! There's been a bit of chatter this week about book tours hasn't there. I organise review tours for Aussie bloggers as a go between for bloggers and publishers In Australia and New Zealand but as a facilitating role. We try to place books in the hands of own voices readers and bloggers who aren't afforded the same opportunities as <i>popular</i> bloggers, in much the same way some hosts only promote well known bloggers. Another blogger yesterday had shared a private post from Facebook from a prominent tour host who sees bloggers not wanting to join tours as a personal attack. All very messy business. Diva Booknerdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17808412083567644984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-69451488682696200682019-04-05T13:52:03.943-04:002019-04-05T13:52:03.943-04:00I've worked with a few groups who were great w...I've worked with a few groups who were great with formatting but then don't promote anything. I'm not sure why you're hosting a tour then?? Or just say you only want big/influencer blogs. Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-90309732462503733912019-04-05T13:51:14.270-04:002019-04-05T13:51:14.270-04:00I used to read so fast! Easily one book per day so...I used to read so fast! Easily one book per day so it's driving me crazy as I fall behind.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-49580615152328870442019-04-05T13:50:36.425-04:002019-04-05T13:50:36.425-04:00I LOVE humor in books.I LOVE humor in books.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-58751391947881881682019-04-05T13:49:27.834-04:002019-04-05T13:49:27.834-04:00I really liked the second half. The first part fel...I really liked the second half. The first part felt too much like The Program to me - even repeating certain scenes but then it goes it's own way.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-1532829736705935902019-04-05T13:48:32.143-04:002019-04-05T13:48:32.143-04:00Oh yeah - I didn't think of it from a blogger ...Oh yeah - I didn't think of it from a blogger perspective. I know I've picked up new words over the years but I get what you mean and have stopped following a few reviewers for the same reason.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-54607401026539702012019-04-05T13:47:37.822-04:002019-04-05T13:47:37.822-04:00Oh really? I guess I have once or twice but it'...Oh really? I guess I have once or twice but it's easy enough to delete.<br /><br />What Kindle do you have? maybe that makes a difference.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-90245318354174245342019-04-04T13:48:30.305-04:002019-04-04T13:48:30.305-04:00I share all of your feelings on book tours. They a...I share all of your feelings on book tours. They are boring (mostly) and I always had to fiddle with the format to work on the blog and then there's the expectation that you'll read and review the book (with a good review). No thanks. Bark At The Ghoulshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05201971932093705929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-37098363408215510192019-04-04T09:56:55.702-04:002019-04-04T09:56:55.702-04:00I think 8 books so far in 2019 sounds pretty impre...I think 8 books so far in 2019 sounds pretty impressive, but I am also the world's slowest reader so I'm maybe at half that for the year. I actually have no idea, but I'll have to check out my Goodreads list to see where we are for the year. How are YOU!? Getting settled in? Liking the new digs? Also I loved reading your answers to these. I have mixed feelings about big words in books. If I have to look up something on every page, I'm likely to lose interest real quick. BUT sometimes it's fun to learn new things as you go :) <br /><br />I haven't yet heard of Girls with Sharp Sticks, but just added to my TBR list. Thank you! mypixiebloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09135461083810124483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-50383792756998287502019-04-04T08:32:30.834-04:002019-04-04T08:32:30.834-04:00I love characters with a good sense of humor. It&#...I love characters with a good sense of humor. It's wonderful when a book can make me laugh. I've heard good things about Girls With Sharp Sticks, so I'm excited to read your review!<br /><br />-Lauren<br />www.shootingstarsmag.netLaurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07173712310551704579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7047843651411739466.post-920212295341596992019-04-03T22:31:29.428-04:002019-04-03T22:31:29.428-04:00Ooh, I’m glad you enjoyed Girls With Sharp Sticks ...Ooh, I’m glad you enjoyed Girls With Sharp Sticks - I agree there were no surprises to be had, but I still liked it and was happy that there was resolution.<br />Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04756695137600895936noreply@blogger.com