Writers love it when you tell them you like what they do!

In the world of writing there are very few who make a full time living from their craft. We enjoy our craft and love to share our thoughts, dreams and imagination with others. There is nothing better to keep a writer motivated than positive feedback – even constructive criticism is greatly appreciated.

There are many ways you can show your appreciation to an author. Here are some ideas: 

Don’t be shy, simply tell the author.

• Send them a letter or an email.  
• Send them a message via their Facebook page or website. 
• Sign up for their newsletter or blog if they have one.

 

If you are on social media then use your favourite source to tell the world.

• Tweet your appreciation.
• Post your appreciation on Facebook.
• Take a photo of the cover and stick on Instagram.
• Pin the book on Pinterest.
• Post it on Tumblr.
• Promote via your social media tribe.

 

Blog about it. If you are a blogger I am sure you appreciate positive feedback on your work. Why not do the same for the author of a book you have enjoyed by posting a review or a writing a blog about the author.

Review it. There are several websites that have a good following by readers wanting to read reviews of books they are considering purchasing. Amazon, Goodreads and LibraryThing are the main ones. Many writers also have an author’s page on Amazon and Goodreads where you can follow them and give feedback.

Tell your family and friends

• Recommend the book to your friends.
• Suggest that your local book club reads the book.
• Post a link to the book on one of your ‘Read & Recommend’ Facebook Groups.

 

Do you write reviews on the books you have enjoyed?

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