tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post1783830367664556525..comments2024-03-28T12:25:01.580-05:00Comments on Christian Bookshelf Reviews: 2-Year Blogoversary Celebration: Day Seven ~ Keli Gwyn!Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16540794842265255236noreply@blogger.comBlogger105125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-43910472083917604782013-02-16T11:29:52.275-06:002013-02-16T11:29:52.275-06:00Really would like to read:) Really would like to read:) Kissed bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13315772802294052530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-85881825309314124022013-02-16T07:19:43.808-06:002013-02-16T07:19:43.808-06:00As a book reader, I like to use the reviews to see...As a book reader, I like to use the reviews to see if I might like the book.I don't want it to be a long, detailed spoiler, I just like a general feel of the book. Did it grab them from page one, was it a book they couldn't put down? If they say, they don't usually like this type of book and hated it, I can completely ignore their comments. It just gives me a feel if I want to take the time in my life to give the book a try.Kris Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01313934185925733919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-15767527022035044162013-02-15T14:02:28.677-06:002013-02-15T14:02:28.677-06:00Nancy, I'm with you. I don't like spoilers...Nancy, I'm with you. I don't like spoilers in a review. Give me a taste of the story, enough to whet my appetite, but leave enough unknown so I can savor the surprises in store for me.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-88872872374993735902013-02-15T12:24:42.367-06:002013-02-15T12:24:42.367-06:00Keli, thanks for your kind words! I guess I especi...Keli, thanks for your kind words! I guess I especially like an author to come and comment when I... 1). Tweet a review and specifically tag them. That means I want them to see it. 2). Bring it to their attention another way (e.g., an email or whatnot). See, if I've interacted personally with an author before (and already liked their book) I am far more inclined to talk up the book on a favorite book list if I know they'll see it. However, of course, honesty is still important. :) Thanks for adding Austenitis! I appreciate it greatly. :) And I'm sorry for two long comments...I've been talkative the two times I've popped on to leave them! :)Charity Uhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02717998337967392912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-55529153344121574452013-02-15T12:12:33.530-06:002013-02-15T12:12:33.530-06:00Amanda, authors love it when a reviewer likes a bo...Amanda, authors love it when a reviewer likes a book enough to recommend it to others. Such reviews make our day. Even in today's hi-tech world, according to those in the know, word-of-mouth is still the most effective form of advertising. That's why I have such a deep appreciation of reviewers who help spread the word about our works. Your efforts help more than you know.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-5310514961581308192013-02-15T10:17:07.889-06:002013-02-15T10:17:07.889-06:00When I review a book, I enjoy recommending it to o...When I review a book, I enjoy recommending it to others- that's the most fulfilling part of a review for me (especially if I really enjoyed the book)Amanda Rayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08086411569008339938noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-20163202261995304962013-02-15T05:28:28.086-06:002013-02-15T05:28:28.086-06:00As a reader, reviews are important to me especiall...As a reader, reviews are important to me especially if it is an author I don't know yet. It really helps me decide if the book will be something I enjoy. I don't want too much given away. Things liked or not liked is good in the review. Nancy McLeroynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-62764988759335754402013-02-14T23:40:41.319-06:002013-02-14T23:40:41.319-06:00I'm glad you enjoyed the post, Charity. I appr...I'm glad you enjoyed the post, Charity. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts about authors commenting on reviews. We're often cautioned against doing so, because it's believed our presence in a comment trail might make others feel uncomfortable and less inclined to freely share their thoughts. From what I've seen in the comments on this post, reviewers feel differently. That's nice to know. Personally, I like interacting with readers and reviewers. I've met many wonderful people that way.<br /><br />I checked out your blog, Austenitis. What a nice job you do. I added Austenitis to the Christian Fiction Reviewers page on my website.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-17200358132522103072013-02-14T21:13:00.043-06:002013-02-14T21:13:00.043-06:00As a book reviewer, I love it when authors show in...As a book reviewer, I love it when authors show interest in the work I've put into it. This post was awesome! :) It's awesome when authors comment on a review (either on my blog or on goodreads), or when they Facebook or tweet a link to it. I love it when authors are friendly, and take the time and work to know who I am personally. That's absolutely wonderful. Looks like you're that kind of author, Keli! I'm looking forward to reading your book someday. :)Charity Uhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02717998337967392912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-89089470636215873392013-02-14T11:35:18.781-06:002013-02-14T11:35:18.781-06:00Bonnie, I feel certain your reviews have helped ma...Bonnie, I feel certain your reviews have helped many potential readers--and made some authors very happy as well. :-)Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-78347922985146160692013-02-14T11:31:45.213-06:002013-02-14T11:31:45.213-06:00Merry, reviews are such a help when choosing which...Merry, reviews are such a help when choosing which books to buy, aren't they? Many of those I want to read can be found at the library. For instance, when I went to my local library to donate copies, I was delighted to find out they already had one. =)Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-90491699307407599182013-02-14T11:30:05.236-06:002013-02-14T11:30:05.236-06:00Thanks for your kind words, Florence. I appreciate...Thanks for your kind words, Florence. I appreciate them, but most of all I appreciate the gift of your friendship.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-28168787580932837012013-02-14T08:43:40.113-06:002013-02-14T08:43:40.113-06:00As a reader with a limited book budget, I'm lo...As a reader with a limited book budget, I'm looking for the best books that will appeal to my tastes. I really do depend on great reviews to find wonderful books.Merryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17501893347195105854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-74617989114722046472013-02-13T09:57:54.375-06:002013-02-13T09:57:54.375-06:00Keli, I am so lucky to have met you three years ag...Keli, I am so lucky to have met you three years ago. I've enjoyed this journey to your wonderful book. I also don't need a free copy because I already have one of my own.<br /><br />You are a loving and talented writer and I am sure we will be reading you for many years to come :)fOIS In The Cityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06347958777030988677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-80320822515987215792013-02-13T05:48:21.598-06:002013-02-13T05:48:21.598-06:00It is rewarding to know that a Christian book revi...It is rewarding to know that a Christian book review I've written may play a part in encouraging someone to read a book through which the Lord can use the author's words to impact that person.<br /><br />bonnieroof60@yahoo.com bonnienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-50725837661276385882013-02-12T17:57:34.004-06:002013-02-12T17:57:34.004-06:00I'm with you, Kay. I appreciate reviews that l...I'm with you, Kay. I appreciate reviews that let me know what the reviewer thinks of the writing and especially the characters. If the reviewer loved the characters, that tells me I'm likely to as well, making that book one I'm prone to check out.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-80159082782467695432013-02-12T15:02:14.925-06:002013-02-12T15:02:14.925-06:00As a reader, I like to read the reviewer's opi...As a reader, I like to read the reviewer's opinion of the writing, the characters, etc. I'm not really interested in a synopsis of the story, because that can be found other places. <br />may_dayzee(at)yahoo(dot)comKayMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09972922396306756344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-67773181224619167172013-02-12T13:46:05.639-06:002013-02-12T13:46:05.639-06:00Maxie, isn't Melanie's site great? She doe...Maxie, isn't Melanie's site great? She does such a nice job with her reviews and other posts. I wish you well in the drawing.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-14997140786746427372013-02-12T13:45:01.946-06:002013-02-12T13:45:01.946-06:00Thanks for stopping by to share in the fun of Mela...Thanks for stopping by to share in the fun of Melanie's two-year Blogoversary. She's left instructions on how to enter the drawing at the end of the post.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-85384805343826034982013-02-12T01:19:50.112-06:002013-02-12T01:19:50.112-06:00I really have enjoyed being able to come to this s...I really have enjoyed being able to come to this site. Have had some good books from good authors. I have tried for some time to win this book. Maybe will get lucky this time. Enjoyed reading all of this and learning more about the authors. <br /><br /> MAXIE mac262(at)me(dot)comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-9712981734326527082013-02-11T23:12:25.140-06:002013-02-11T23:12:25.140-06:00There are many of us in this group.We enjoy a vari...There are many of us in this group.We enjoy a variety of writing.<br />We would love to win and share this book with others and encourage them to review as well.<br />Our deepest gratitude for your generosity.<br />worleybird10@live.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-63088310817777764512013-02-11T21:40:09.373-06:002013-02-11T21:40:09.373-06:00Teddy, it's fun to read reviews that give insi...Teddy, it's fun to read reviews that give insights into the main characters, isn't it? Reviewers have a real knack for sharing that information as well as including tips about aspects of the story, such as the writing quality, if a story is a sweet read or one with a bit more of an edge, etc.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-79157145087181820252013-02-11T21:36:34.955-06:002013-02-11T21:36:34.955-06:00Elizabeth, thanks for sharing your thoughts and fo...Elizabeth, thanks for sharing your thoughts and for your kind words about my book. If you'd like to enter the drawing, Melanie has a form to use at the bottom of the post.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-7023259602809223292013-02-11T21:35:34.162-06:002013-02-11T21:35:34.162-06:00Tammy, thanks for all you do to help readers disco...Tammy, thanks for all you do to help readers discover books you like via your reviews. It's much appreciated.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6671536239032927337.post-90257082534496092062013-02-11T19:37:32.453-06:002013-02-11T19:37:32.453-06:00LA Wonder, thanks for your kind words. Melanie doe...LA Wonder, thanks for your kind words. Melanie does a great job with her blog and her reviews, doesn't she? I'm certainly impressed.<br /><br />It sounds like you definitely find value in book reviews and use them to help make your book buying decisions. Isn't it great that there are so many wonderful reviewers providing that information?Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.com