That’s me on the left, there. Small Review is the stunner on the right. Obviously.
One of the things that I have major issues with as a blogger is…well, lots of things. However, today I’m focusing on one constant source of frustration for me: self-promotion. There are lots of problems associated with self-promotion, but the primary one is: When and where is it okay?
That question was, essentially, the catalyst for my newest feature. I wanted to create a place for people to promote their blogs without fear or shame.
- Did you write a discussion post this week and you need some help getting the ball rolling? This is the place to tell people about it!
- Maybe you’re having a giveaway? Link to it in the comments section!
- Have a review that needs a little love? Let us know so we can take a look!
- Need an associate reviewer? Get the word out in the Weekly Reporter!
So, here are the rules (because, what would a feature be without rules?):
- If you have something you want to link up, please leave a comment with the link. I will then add the link to the post.
- Please state the name of your blog so I can attribute your link.
- If you’re linking up to a giveaway, please tell where the contest is open (US only, international, etc.) and the date it ends.
- If you’re linking up to an event (like the Historical Fantasy Jubilee), include the name, date, and host(s) of the event.
- If you’re asking for help (like an associate reviewer or guest posters for a special event), please leave a link stating where and with whom respondents should get in contact.
For this week, I’ve gathered a few odds and ends so the post wouldn’t look too empty. However, I’m hoping all of you will be able to help me flesh it out!
Giveaways:
- 3rd Blogoversary Giveaway @ 365 Days of Reading (International, ends ?)
- The Rising ARC Giveaway @ Kelley Armstrong’s Darkest Powers blog (International, ends 1/15)
- 2nd Blogoversary Giveaways @ Stuck In Books (2 giveaways: one US/CA, one international, ends 2/5)
Book Blogging Events:
- January RAK @ The Book Soulmates
- Bout of Books 6.0 Read-a-thon hosted by Amanda @ On a Book Bender and Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal (Begins 1/7).
- On Pica Reads: An interview with graphic novel author Nathan Hale.
Help Wanted:
- Bloggers interested in being part of a Beautiful Creatures book read-along and movie review/comparison should contact me (Ruby) at Rubysreads@gmail.com
- Andra @ Unabridged Andra is still looking for participants for Let’s Get Steamy 2.0. Contact her at andralynn7@gmail.com.
- Alyssa @ Hesperia Loves Books is looking for an associate reviewer. Interested parties can apply on her site at: http://www.hesperialovesbooks.com/contact/become-a-reviewer
Other Good Posts:
- What to Do With Your Used E-Reader @ The Brazen Bookworm
- Geeks Who Read Book Club sign ups are open @ Letters Inside Out
What’s happening on your blog?
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I love this idea Ruby!
My name is Alyssa, I own & manage Hesperia Loves Books, and I am looking for an associate reviewer. Interested parties can apply on my site at:
http://www.hesperialovesbooks.com/contact/become-a-reviewer
Thanks for the opportunity to help get the word out!
I put it in the post! Good luck with your search!
Great idea Ruby.. I fell behind so much last year that I just need HELP and this is the place I will come looking for ideas!
Thanks! Hope we’ll see you around.
This is a great idea- I will definitely be stopping by here every Sunday to catch up with all the blogging news!
Oh, I love this idea!
I’ll definitely be tuning in every week!
Great idea, Ruby!
On my blog, today is the last day of the graphic novel readathon, and I just posted an interview with graphic novel author Nathan Hale.
http://picareads.blogspot.com/2013/01/author-interview-nathan-hale.html
Pica @ Pica Reads
Yay for your new feature!!!
You’re doing a Beautiful Creatures thing? I’ll be the voice of “I LOATHED that book” Unless everyone who reads it loves it. Then I’ll shut up.
Wow this is way awesome, Ruby!! *gives cupcake*
This is such a cool idea! I sent in my info for that book club, but we’ll see if I’m too late.
I’m up for the Beautiful Creatures thing! I’ll email you.