Earlier this year, I received my first ARC (advanced reader copy) to read and review. It was Jennifer Hudson Taylor's debut novel
Highland Blessings. Though the review and an interview with Taylor were completed at least two months ago, when I asked Abingdon Press if I could go ahead and post both, they said to hold it until the release date of May 1. I confess ignorance in such matters, since this is a new experience, but I kept my word, forcing myself to hold off for that magic date. Now, I see reviews everywhere I look. Perhaps my mistake was in asking Abingdon.
Though I am a novice at reviewing ARCs, I am not new to writing reviews and conducting in-depth interviews, as I did both on a regular basis as a newspaper journalist. I cordially invite you to return to this blog on May 1 to read both my review and interview with Jennifer.
Sharon, Thank you so much for reading my book and doing both an interview and review. You are a wonderful blessing!
ReplyDeleteExciting! I know you are not suppose to judge a book by it's cover, but this one makes me want dive right in! Can't wait to read your review!
ReplyDeleteI got an ARC copy of Deeanne Gist's BEGUILED. I was so excited. I felt special.
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ReplyDeleteI'll try to post it at 12 a.m., May 1. :-) We all judge books by their covers to a certain extent, don't you think? I also take notice of the author and the publisher. I have both the review and the interview ready to go and sitting in the draft box. Be sure to check back. Meanwhile, get some ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ!
Write on!
Because of Christ,
Sharon
Shmologna,
ReplyDeleteIndeed, it does make one feel special. And it's great to get to read the book in advance. Did you write a review on BEGUILED?
Write on!
Because of Christ,
Sharon
Sharon, You ARE special! Thank you for taking the time to read Highland Blessings and for posting both a review and an interview. I'm looking forward to it.
ReplyDeleteJennifer, the pleasure is all mine! Thank you so much for the opportunity to read the ARC. Also, thanks for granting the interview. I can hardly wait for your next book to be released.
ReplyDeleteWrite on!
Because of Christ,
Sharon