Tuesday, September 11, 2018

Favorite Reviews #2

Our Author Gang's Favorite Reviews


Book reviews (good or bad) provide important feedback to the authors and without reviews, a book gets lost in the thousands of other books that are released every month.
Every author appreciates and values the opinion of readers but we’re strongly discouraged from engaging with readers and thank them for their reviews on publishing sites.
The authors of Our Author Gang celebrate and appreciate the readers by posting our favorite reviews between September 10 and 22. Every day a different author of the group posts about their books and quote from their readers’ favorite reviews.
Thank you for your interest in our books and happy reading!

My favorite reviews

"It is, at its core, a romance novel. But it is also a thriller with dark undercurrents of mysterious and dangerous forces at work. As a first book in a series, it sets the stage for an epic saga about complex characters, relationships, and secret traditions. I enjoyed this one greatly and am anxious to read more about Ilona, her gifts, and her family." ~Ed Drury


My most favorite review really touched my heart. I gave an advanced copy of this children's storybook to an editor for editorial review and this is what he wrote:

"I received a copy of this book before publishing, and I can honestly say that this is by far the best children's story I ever read to my seven-year-old son. He hung onto every word and displayed a wide range of emotions throughout the story such as sadness, fear, excitement, and sheer joy. What I value most is when we finished the book he said to me, "Dad, I wish I had a dog like Peanut." At first, I thought that he's just like any other little boy is wishing for a dog, but then seeing his unusually sad expression, I asked him why he wants a dog like the one in the story. He said, "Because a dog like Peanut could save me from Connor." My heart jumped into my throat because I never noticed any sign that my son was bullied. When I asked him why he didn't tell us before, he said because he thought I would be mad at him for not being able to defend himself. This story encouraged him to tell me and we are working on solving his problem together."
~ Brian VanBramer


I love this review because it's short, to the point.
“Cursed Bloodline” is a fine novel full of suspense and mystery, marked by the author’s sure-handed skill with the art and craft. The cast richly and realistically come to life from the very first page and the crisp prose drew this reader ever forward, turning pages. Ms. Skabo has a great feel for the pulse of artful realism. Emily’s story cannot be missed."~Greg Jolley


"I love that this book conveys so many positive messages for children and their families. The illustrations are beautiful and it is printed in English and Spanish on alternate pages giving the reader the option to read in either language. As a bilingual teacher, I am excited about sharing this book with my students and think it would make a wonderful addition to all school libraries. 5 stars for Pico the Bilingual Parrot!" ~Janet Balletta

Thank you for reading my favorite reviews!
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Tricia Drammeh

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Wow, Erika! I'm so impressed by your talent. You excel in every genre you write!
 
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Today, Erika M. Szabo shares some of her favorite book reviews on Day 2 of #OurAuthorGang Favorite Reviews.
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Joe Bonadonna

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Excellent reviews, Erika -- and well deserved, too.
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Thanks Joe ;)
 
+Erika M Szabo -- you're welcome!

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Erika M Szabo shares her favorite reviews on day 2 of #OurAuthorGang's Favorite Reviews.

We're all sharing our favs -- do you have a favorite review??
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Ruth de Jauregui

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Those are amazing reviews. And oh my gosh, to open communication about bullying when the parent had no idea. Sad and happy for them!
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I was very happy when the father sent me this. Parents often miss the signs when children are crying for help the only way they can

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Nikki McDonagh

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Some wonderful reviews here Erika. It must be great to read such positive comments.
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I treasure each :)

Grace Au

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Today Erika Szabo shares her favorite reviews of her books.
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Great books and reviews.
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Thank you!

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Thank you Cindy!

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Lorraine Carey

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I'm not surprised with such amazing reviews as you have so many great books out there. I love the review for Basketful of Kittens. When child can relate to a book, that is the best reward of all for us authors.
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That's my most favorite too! If my books will never be read by anyone else, it was worth the work I put into my books because this little boy got the courage to speak up after reading the kitten's story and his father noticed his signal of crying out for help. For children it's very hard to ask for help. Either because they're afraid, embarrassed, or don't know how to tell their parents when they're hurt, or because their parents dismiss them.
 
+Erika M Szabo Exactly. As a former teacher I can totally agree.

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