That's one problem with review swaps. Five stars are expected. Mutual ass kissing is required. It's like having beta readers who only say you're a genius. Authors are completely unprepared for the truth from real readers. This author just received her first one star on GR and her reaction was to wri...
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To be fair, other authors have given her tough love, reminding her of her place in the publishing food chain. Authors don't get to approve their reviews. She now claims she only meant the reviews from people who asked to review the book. So us average folks don't need her permission first. Just any...
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She's also perfectly okay with giving other authors one stars. I guess they didn't work hard on their books like she did on hers. :P
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Sorry, but no. I'm not looking to pull a Hale. I wouldn't do a Maggie move either and call one of these dingbats.
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Have you ever wondered if authors like good reviews? Do you wish you knew if your three star review was constructive enough to post? Does reviewing a book sound too confusing? Good news! This Author will Help you Review her Babies properly. You're welcome. How Authors would wish their books to be r...
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Despite what Mysti Moose claims, the R-word isn't used in civil society any longer. Someone should send that memo to her buddy Father Time a.k.a. Jack Eason. Whiny Blog with Offensive Word Warning: Blog post itself is dull! Don't read expecting an entertaining rant!
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SS of What Does Your Author Image Say About You? #HaleNo Blog Train by author/blogger Kriss Morton
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SS of Cyberbullies, Trolls, Mobs, and Haters by Kristen Lamb
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This is actually a cute way to look at one star reviews. Cute, classy, and professional. Beth Revis
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