So this got me
to thinking that authors have it pretty good. Yes, we sell a product whether
it’s a book or an ebook or an audio-book or all three. We still have to market
and promote these ‘products’ in order for our consumers (readers) to find them.
But once our books are in the hands of readers, magic happens and they’re
whisked away into another place, and another time. We authors create an
experience for each of our readers. And that’s the payoff. Experiences tend to
have a lasting effect on people. Sure, buy a car and you’ve got that new car smell
for about a year. But I bet you remember going to your first concert, don’t
you? Or maybe your first trip to Disneyland? I certainly do.
If you purchase
a book, true you may lose it, but I guarantee you that story will stay with you
for years to come if the tale hits an emotional cord. And isn’t that why we
authors are in this vocation to begin with?
And since
February is my birthday month, I’m hoping to generate lasting memories for
readers by offering two Goodreads Giveways. One for The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis, and one for the
prequel to my time travel series, Legend
of the Timekeepers. BTW—both
giveaways are international so no one is left out in the cold! Happy Birthday
to me!
Goodreads Book Giveaway
The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis
by Sharon Ledwith
Giveaway ends February 25, 2015.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.
Goodreads Book Giveaway
Legend of the Timekeepers
by Sharon Ledwith
Giveaway ends February 25, 2015.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.
Tweeted! Who wouldn't want some awesome free books? :-D
ReplyDeleteYou rock, Alan! Thanks so much!
DeleteI never thought about it that way but I too love those experiences.
ReplyDeleteMe too, Susan! Some of the best books I've read still keep me smiling!
DeleteHappy Birthday, Sharon! You opened my eyes, yet again, to a new aspect of writing and life. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sloane! Glad you enjoyed my post! Appreciate all your support, Wench! Hugs!
DeleteHappy Birthday, Sharon! But didn't we just celebrate a birthday with you? Time is speeding by. I wish you the best--in writing and life. Or maybe the writing life?
ReplyDeleteJan
LOL, I'll take both versions, Jan! Yup, another year has flown by! Thanks for your kind wishes!
DeleteHmmm...what a thought provoking post. I think you've struck on why authors are often revered as rock stars to the bookworms of the world. Because it is an emotional connection. Happy birthday, lady.
ReplyDeleteYup, Kai! It's how we make people feel that's important. Thanks for your birthday wishes! Cheers!
DeleteHappy birthday, Sharon.
ReplyDeleteInteresting post--do you think buying a car could also be an experience? Perhaps not the most favorite of experiences in some cases (dealing with...shudder...the dreaded negotiation), but in others, such as a first car...well, that's an experience for sure!
You're right, especially if it's your dream car! Even your first home can create warm and wonderful experiences. Hugs for stopping by Helen and Lorri, and thanks for your comments! Cheers!
DeleteHappy Birthday Sharon !
ReplyDeleteI remember very clearly some of the events in books that I read when I was a mere slip of a girl (a long time ago)
Hope the promotion goes well. Tweeted and shared .
Thank you, Susan! Glad to hear you think reading is an experience that we remember for years to come. Big hugs!
DeleteGreat post, Sharon. Great way to celebrate your birthday. Wish I'd have thought of that, since we share birthdays. *wink, wink* But that's why you da best!
ReplyDeleteOh, yes we do! I'm so sorry, big sis, I hope you had a wonderful birthday! Next year, you get to be the party girl! Hugs and thanks for your kind words!
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