Sandy Lender
Reckoning Day Review
updated
Get ready for #halloween2024 with this #horror #novel #recommendation. Book 1 of the Raven's Conjuring series by Author Miguel Garcia is DREAMS OF DESOLATION and it offers some #darkacademia vibes while laying an intricate foundation for the rest of the series. I bought this book from Garcia's table at the #ssbf, which I also recommend! Get more info from @SunshineStateBookFestival
My own horror novel is SILVER BELLS: A CHRISTMAS HORROR STORY, available as of September 2024 in print or ebook. books2read.com/u/4Nlap6
Here’s the link to generate YOUR SandySaysRead Bingo card: bingobaker.com/#65e5143d62d069e7
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
For the “Off the Top of Your Head” #Booktube #Tag, we talk about favorite #book categories kinda quickly. I saw this tag at youtube.com/@JessicasLibraryCard over the weekend. It originated at @TheLibraryMouseGina a few months ago. The prompts are below, but here’s a note about the wacky internet blip around the 4:00 mark. I was trying to explain that I checked out the Trixie Belden series books from the library as a child, but didn’t collect & keep & re-read those books. Sorry about the internet flub. I’ve got the ethernet cable hardwiring this setup now, but it’s still hiccuppy at times.
Prompts
1.What was your favorite picture book as a child?
2.What book series did you love as a child?
3.What is the worst book you have read or tried to read?
4.What’s your favorite reading or book memory?
5.What’s a book you loved as a movie?
6.What’s a book you wish they would make into a movie?
7.Who is a book character you would like as a friend?
8.What’s a place you want to visit because of a book you’ve read?
9. What’s a nonfiction book you would recommend?
10.If you could hang out with an author all day, who would you pick and why?
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find #bookish and inspirational items for the #readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
Here's a look at writerly and bookish content from September at the @SandySaysRead booktube channel with some forward-looking statements about October's overflowing reading schedule. Dive in! Make sure you're subscribed and also have notifications turned on so you know when the next livestream starts and when new reviews pop up.
Also, let me know what you want me to do with the Sherlock Holmes Christmas novel! Now or later?
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
The full video is here: youtu.be/tsMby3Gd7Bc?feature=shared
#unboxing #bookunboxing
The Exposing My TBR Tag for #Booktube #TagTuesday has been revised by @LindseyfromBFCG here: youtu.be/RpJ05W49hjs?feature=shared This #tag includes a #bookunboxing, which we haven’t done in a while, and an update on my #BOTM sub. Get excited.
The Prompts:
1. How do I come across books to add to my TBR?
2. BookTuber shoutout to the person who adds the most books to my TBR. (I thought more about it after filming, and I recognize @newlynova and @JoLinsdell for sure.)
3. Book that has been there the longest. (You know, I just read "The Eyes of the Dragon" by Stephen King, which had been on the TBR shelf a lonnnnng while. Review video here: youtu.be/Zeua8cgC_NQ?feature=shared )
4. Most recently added book.
5. Which book will I read next?
6. Most anticipated book and why haven’t I read it yet?
7. Books that I added to my TBR because of the hype?
8. Books that I added that I knew I wasn’t going to read?
9. Any books on there that I will remove?
10. Grand reveal of the number of books on my TBR.
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
When you want background music while you read, what do you listen to? I've curated nine #genre #reading #playlists for us to add songs to, starting with these lists! Links to each playlist below...
The SandySaysRead newsletter signup I mention in the video is here: bit.ly/SSReNews
The SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational #gifts, is here: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Approx. Timestamps
0:01 - intro & housekeeping
2:40 - playlist discussion
4:00 - musical notes
6:00 - emotional #music
7:00 - #sci-fi playlist
8:40 - #mystery playlist
9:35 - #thriller #suspense playlist
10:50 - #classics playlist
11:30 - #poetry playlist
12:25 - #fantasy playlist
14:45 - #romantasy playlist
15:55 - #chicklit playlist
17:00 - #romance playlist
19:09 - how to find it all
Here are the links that allow for listening and collaborating
Sci-fi Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/3XBQrdu
Mystery Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/4dvgHfs
Thriller/Suspense Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/4gX3ejJ
Classics Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/4dxL4Cc
Poetry Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/3ZHACEQ
Fantasy Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/47JzNNC
Romantasy Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/3ZDyy0z
ChickLit Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/3Y0FJOY
Romance Reading Playlist Collab Link:
https://spoti.fi/4dkvObC
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
NEW BOOKS NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
For the next book in our #DragonReadingChallenge, we have “The Eyes of the Dragon” by Stephen King from 1987. This review-and-discussion includes spoilers (because it was released over 30 years ago) and my gushing excitement over the story and characters. I enjoyed the story greatly, although we will go into some of the bits that took me out of the story because this is a discussion.
If y’all get nothing else out of this review, let me remind you of this: Demons are bad. If your bad guy is a demon, that’s why he’s bad.
Here’s the link to generate YOUR SandySaysRead Bingo card: bingobaker.com/#65e5143d62d069e7
BTW: I realized after recording that I gave you the “end” of the spider info-dump example around the 12:45 mark and could’ve given you a hundred other examples of info-dumping that were better. Sorry about that.
Also: I’ve fixed the wiring in the “studio,” but the internet gave me a problem around the 52-minute mark. It clears up pretty quickly. Sorry about that, too. The point I’m making there is Flagg went after Thomas and manipulated that kid at every turn.
Time Stamps:
0:01 – intro, Bingo, newsletter
2:00 – the specs, Sandy Synopsis
4:30 – make the book naked, dive in
11:45 – it was acceptable in the 80s
30:09 – characters & plot points
48:10 – demon rant
54:20 – redemption comes
#booktube #StephenKing #fantasy #YAfantasy #books #readingcommunity #yearofthedragon2024
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish, dragon-related, and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC FANTASY NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
Here’s the whole playlist for the reading challenges and reviews in the Clock and Dragon and Christmas Reading Challenges so far this year: youtube.com/watch?v=RLl-0cNS0js&list=PLoQ6a0FHi22aQujjGaFdbB_gdwHSKpA7N
The full Evolution of a Booktuber #tag is here: youtu.be/I6iHAQvbeiw?feature=shared
#shorts #books
The Evolution of a Booktuber Tag for #TagTuesday originated at @spreadbookjoy here: youtu.be/d2Ak8wXa3pU?feature=shared I saw it at Steve Donaghue’s channel and @GinaStanyerBooks channel here: youtu.be/H_LJAoglL5E?feature=shared
HUGE CORRECTION: Like a moron, I dove into this completely forgetting that I had a handle/presence on YouTube before I started the BookTube channel for uploading random simple things to help my fantasy books and parrot stuff, but those weren’t exactly “channels.”
The link to the oh-so-fabulously edited video of multiple scenes from 2018 is here: youtu.be/v1NXNGb3UPY?feature=shared
The Prompts!
EXTINCTION: Are there things you used to do on your channel that you no longer do?
ADAPTATION: What things have you done on your channel or as a result of BookTube that you never thought you would do?
EVOLUTION: How has BookTube changed you and what do you aspire to do on your channel in the future?
Bonus Prompt: Impart your words of wisdom to all of the fledgling Booktubers out there!
#tagtuesday #booktube #books #reviewing
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
Today we review the #shortstory #anthology STORMS OF THE BRAIN, edited by Bram Stoker Award-Winner Michael Knost. This anthology includes the following authors, some of whom are making their debut in this work:
Rook Riley
Yvonne Kindle
Christopher Niddrie
E. A. Keville
Daniela Addamo
Nessa Brown
Heather Noble
Rachel Coffman
Sandy Lender
Faith Dincolo
Mary E. Nix
Shad Kelly
Eleni McKnight
Katherine Sanger
J. Rocky Colavito
Nicole e. Castle
Katherine Hudson
Jaycie Bennett
Make sure you have the notifications turned on here at the channel, so you don’t miss the livestream interview with Nessa Brown about her two stories (“Lipstick in the River” and “The Headsman”) and the creative collaboration process on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. Eastern.
You can pick up the print or kindle version of STORMS OF THE BRAIN on Amazon: amzn.to/45ofDHI
#books #shortstories #creativeprocess #readingcommunity
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own Sandy Says Read merch shop, where you can find bookish, dragony, and inspirational items for the readers in your life. (There’s a new design this month!) sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
See the full review of The Assistant to the Villain with spoilers of all the stuff here: youtu.be/izo5g0JE24I?feature=shared
#bookreviews #audiobooks #shorts
If you were worried about the spoilers in my review of "The Assistant to the Villain," here's a short edit with only my wacky-brain explanation of my thoughts on the cute little frog from the story. Enjoy!
If you want to watch the full #bookreview video, which DOES contain a whole lot of spoilers, that's here: youtu.be/izo5g0JE24I?feature=shared (It's less than 30 minutes)
My sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and dragony items that make awesome #gifts for #readers in your life. (There's a new item for the channel as of this week!) sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
#fantasy #books #readingcommunity #muppets
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
See the full review of The Assistant to the Villain here: youtu.be/izo5g0JE24I?feature=shared
#booktube #romantasy #commonground #shorts
This quick update includes a chapter reading of the new #Christmas2024 #horror #novel from Author Sandy Lender and a discussion of the #marathon that got it off the ground! If you release a Krampus movie on the Hallmark channel, you get Sandy Lender's new release SILVER BELLS. The electronic versions are available on multiple platforms Friday the 13th of September via books2read.com/u/4Nlap6
Print is available now: amzn.to/3XpUwS0 (and at B&N, Walmart, etc)
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
We discuss many plot points (and my woeful experience with the narrator) in "The Assistant to the Villain," so beware of spoilers! You can check out the cover on Amazon or wherever fine books are sold. The second book "The Apprentice to the Villain" is out now and I'm not really invested in the characters enough to dive into it.
I think this was supposed to be a romantasy novel, but, thank God, there was NOT a bunch of gratuitous sex. There is SA, off page, and referenced prior to the start of the story, that the MC overcomes, so be aware of that situation...it's complex. Let's dive in.
#sarcastabitch #romantasy #booktube #fantasy #worldbuilding
13:00 - The Frog Prince Connection
24:00 - Douchebag Voice & Other Narrator Thoughts
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
See the full #Booktube #tag here: youtu.be/o-LtXq1QJa0?feature=shared
#shorts #books
Books are us! And I’ve hidden a #bookreview of a #shortstory #anthology in the August wrap-up along with channel, health, and parrot updates. As mentioned in the video, you can generate YOUR SandySaysRead Bingo card here: bingobaker.com/#65e5143d62d069e7. Watch the review of Morgan Richter’s “The Divide” here: youtu.be/MEHdVVOq33Y?feature=shared and the #authorinterview with Morgan here: youtube.com/live/wNJ2kV4VMxs?feature=shared
To request the book box to unbox on your channel, visit my contact page here: sandylenderink.com/contact
Approx. Timestamps
0:01 - into & tech explanation
4:17 - dive into August w/Bingo
13:10 - updates from August
15:48 - Squeaky Bird
19:16 - channel updates from Auguat
21:45 - books we read in August
24:53 - Storms of the Brain review
44:16 - the book box is available
46:10 - September outlook
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Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish, dragon-related, and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC FANTASY NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
The #Booktube Oldie Tag this vid goes with is here: youtu.be/ZyOTFG9vqr4?feature=shared
And the website I'm talking about is here: sandylenderink.com/contact
For Tag Tuesday, we participate in The Honest Booktuber Tag. Prompts below so you can play along! I first saw this at youtu.be/HspT8vuPnSQ?feature=shared, although I also like the interpretation from @BookChatWithPat8668 . It’s an older tag nicely revamped/recreated by @HarrietRosie13
Here's the video I mention with the review of "Obsidio" and the first two books in the "Illuminae" trilogy: youtu.be/_N1tO2yvg9g?feature=shared
The Prompts:
1.Have you ever lied about reading a book?
2.Have you ever avoided a book because of controversy around the content/author?
3.Have you ever been sent a book for free and not disclosed it?
4.Have you ever bought a book with no intention of reading it?
5.Have you ever got caught up in BookTube drama?
6.Have you ever had a hate comment and did you respond?
7.Have you ever made a video just because you knew it would get views?
8.If you could go back to the beginning of your channel, would you do anything differently?
9.Are there any channels you wish you could be more like?
10.What’s something you love about your channel?
11.Tag some people.
Approx Time Stamps:
0:01 - intro & props
1:20 - first confession with Grapes of Wrath
4:55 - allergy excuses
5:26 - avoidance
5:47 - full disclosure
7:48 - for display only
9:25 - AJR says "we're caught up in drama"
11:04 - more allergies
11:42 - the haters think I'm old & stupid
13:40 - tweaking the algorithm
15:12 - mystery boxing beginning
18:16 - unscripted
19:43 - there's always something good in a book
21:25 - taggin'
#booktube #honesty #tagtuesday #books
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
The full marathon-writing workshop video is here: youtu.be/_ETYtnqUl8c?feature=shared
For the number 6 in the #ClockReadingChallenge of 2024, we have “206 Bones” by Kathy Reichs. This is the author who inspired the TV show “Bones” with Dr. Temperance Brennan #novel. Please accept my apologies for the odd video quality during the back cover reading—I’m not sure what happened with the streamyard/internet connection, but it does clear up almost immediately after the #backcover #reading! (I could edit out another one later w/o losing anything y’all needed to hear.)
This review and discussion DOES contain spoilers.
#bookreview #TemperanceBrennan #ReadingChallenge #Bones #mystery #forensics #readingcommunity #maturemaincharacter #romance #books
Here’s the whole playlist for the reading challenges and reviews in the Clock and Dragon and Christmas Reading Challenges so far this year: youtube.com/watch?v=RLl-0cNS0js&list=PLoQ6a0FHi22aQujjGaFdbB_gdwHSKpA7N
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish, dragon-related, and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC FANTASY NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
For Tag Tuesday, we’re participating in The Booktube Oldie Tag. Prompts below so you can play along! I first saw this at youtube.com/@CatsBookCorner. (Here's her vid: youtu.be/Fb-S-Gqrhb4?feature=shared) It was created by Sam at youtube.com/@UCpnjp7mgeQGdtesz5v6xY_A who has been doing BookTube for eons.
Here’s the video for the Top 20 Ways to Get More Books While on a Tight Budget mentioned during the tag: youtu.be/0gS0E8nVM4c?feature=shared
The link to my contact page: sandylenderink.com/contact
The Prompts:
1.When did you start your channel?
2.What were your staple videos when you first started your channel vs now?
3.What was your favorite book the year you started your channel vs now?
4.How has your reading and the reading trends of the community changed since you started your channel?
5.Anything you want to share about your life that has changed since you started your channel?
6.Why do you keep making videos?
7.What are you excited about/hoping for in the future of BookTube?
8.Tag people!
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
Marathon Writing Gets You High!
Published Author Sandy Lender shares how to prepare for marathon writing and how to use marathon writing for a variety of personal writing goals. With a list of writing marathons to check out, a guide for preparing for any creative marathon, and a discussion of the tips and tricks for preparing for and using a short marathon versus a longer marathon, Sandy shares the information typically offered in her in-person workshops including a peek at her writing enclave.
STATEMENT: I want to make it clear that this video was recorded and uploaded prior to the #nanowrimo statement showing the organization's stance supporting the use of AI instead of your creative brain. I had reason to believe the organization had "cleaned house" and resolved some issues with alleged racism and predatory behaviors in its moderator and other structures from recent years, thus I was willing to at least discuss the positives of the month-long writing community concept. Now I'm just done with the thing. Done. There are other ways to grow your writing circle and positive writing habits without the soft bigotry of low expectations being used as an excuse to atrophy your brain so NaNoWriMo can get money from a sponsor...in my opinion.
Links promised in the video include:
Newsletter bit.ly/SSReNews
Merch Shop bit.ly/SSRMerch
Marathonarium Anthology amzn.to/3YYMxgT
3DNC 3daynovel.com/registration
Spring Fling Kidlit Contest sites.google.com/view/springflingwritingcontest
National Writing Project nwp.org/write-across-america
scribblingthroughsummer.com
24-hour Short Story 24hourshortstorycontest.com
Our video with story bible discussion: youtu.be/K0loetYYZvk?feature=shared
Approximate Timestamps:
0:01 – intro and outline
8:00 – Part 1
20:00 – Part 2
40:00 – Part 3
58:00 – Caution
1:03:00 – Share
#3daynovelcontest #imaginarium #shortstories #novelwriting
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
We apply many of the elements in Ed Wallace’s “Business Relationships That Last” to the concerns of readers and writers visiting the Sandy Says Read channel. For example, apply the smartphone addiction disorder discussion to your conversation with a literary agent. Apply the observational skills of Max the taxi driver to the business and personal relationships in your life to build and grow the mentor/mentee dynamic. Be intentional with this time!
The link to sign up for my free newsletter is bit.ly/SSReNews
The video for “Responding to Reviews Gets Unhinged” is here youtu.be/fEDrLQC7KRI?feature=shared
Bonus: Can you find the Stargate SG-1 quote in the video?
My sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and dragony items that make awesome #gifts for readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Timestamps
0:01 intro
0:35 specs, elements, background
4:24 housekeeping
5:43 collaboration, theme
8:10 smartphone addiction, the perpetual audition
15:15 the TY note
19:00 lessons from Max & Mr. Curtis
26:12 sum it all up!
#businessgrowth #relationships #humanbehavior #collaborationiskey #payitforward
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
EPIC SERIES NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
We’ve put our own spin on the fabulous & fun Phenomenal Woman Book Tag here at the SandySaysRead channel. See how quickly you pick up on the twist. Thanks to @MarilynMayaMendoza for the tag and to @BookChatWithPat8668 for her rendition and to Kim for doing it via vlog at youtu.be/zK4CRZRCWCI?feature=shared!
The Prompts:
1. Who is your favorite phenomenal woman author?
2. What book features your favorite phenomenal woman character?
3. If you were creating a book prize, which book by a phenomenal woman author would you choose?
4. Tag some phenomenal women booktubers!
I’m tagging the #phenomenal @JoLinsdell
#booktube #mayaangelou #tagtuesday #charlottebrontë #janeeyre #readingcommunity
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Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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Check out the full video here: youtu.be/3k79WE258R8?feature=shared
Even extreme readers and professional reviewers have been tightening their budgeting belts lately, so let's look at some great ways to bring more books into our personal libraries and onto our electronic devices for free or at reduced prices. The discussion is divided into three parts: audio books, e-books, and print.
#books #finance #ebooks #library #netgalley #readingcommunity
The Water Door review I mention is here: youtu.be/6HSdBCuE3Ic?feature=shared
I mis-spoke when speaking about the airport read-n-return program. It's actually 98 airports--not 85. Here's the article I promised: fodors.com/news/travel-tips/these-airport-bookstores-will-let-you-return-books-after-you-read-them
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Timestamps
0:01 - intro & 3 sections
1:40 - reselling rant
5:13 - section 1: less-pricy audio ideas
10:30 - section 2: free & less-pricy digital ideas
25:25 - section 3: print ideas
39:24 - bonus idea
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Website: sandylenderink.com
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Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
This evening's broadcast is an interview with Morgan Richter, author of the upcoming neo-noir mystery release THE DIVIDE from Knopf. Join us in the live chat during the premiere and listen in as Morgan discusses her writing process, the Filmic Writing program of USC film school, landing a rock star agent after some sketch querying days, and some positive writing mojo.
You can pre-order THE DIVIDE wherever fine books are sold:
amzn.to/4dFhR8N
You can watch the SandySaysRead review of THE DIVIDE here: youtu.be/MEHdVVOq33Y?feature=shared
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Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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See the whole tag with prompts on the SandySaysRead channel here: youtu.be/3k79WE258R8
Help me figure out the quote from "Barbarella," because I think it was "A great many dramatic situations begin with screaming." But I totally screw it up in this video review of Morgan Richter's new release, THE DIVIDE. Swirl through the art scene on the fringe of Hollywood with a self-proclaimed psychic fraud who could easily be framed for a director's murder in this almost spec fic mystery neo-noir mystery novel!
Check out the cover and info on the 'zon: amzn.to/4dFhR8N
Come back to this channel Thursday, Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. Eastern for the interview with Morgan! (click the bell notification icon to turn on notifications and make sure you're subscribed)
#mysterynovel #artscene #movie #psychic #murdermystery #Hollywood #starlet #speculativefiction
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Time Stamps:
0:01 intro & BC & specs
5:15 sense of humor
6:40 characters
10:45 body language & behavior
13:40 mute to avoid possible spoiler
15:55 example of writing style
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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Here’s an original booktube tag for your #bookish enjoyment and participation. Let’s talk about the positive parts of #DNF in The Short DNF Tag. Here are the questions:
Prompts!
1.What is a book you enjoyed when you picked it back up “some time” after you DNF’ed it?
2.What is a book you “blame yourself” for DNFing?
3.What is a book you have DNF’ed accidentally?
Make sure you tag someone else to participate in this easy breezy conversation and feel free to add some DNF thoughts of your own. Share and expand the topic in positive and quirky ways.
@JoLinsdell
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We're doing a cover reveal amid the #JaneAustenJuly and other #book wrapup news today. Join in!
We talk about #imaginarium and #interviews along with #bookreview info in the #july2024 #wrapup. Make sure you're subscribed for all the #bookishvibes to come!
The link to subscribe to the newsletter is: bit.ly/SSReNews
A link for the hardcover grief poem giftbook mentioned in the video is:
bit.ly/GriefPoemHC
A link for the print #duranduran book is:
amzn.to/3A1vuQQ
A link for the eBook version of "100 Things Duran Duran Fans Should Know & Do During This Life" is here: books2read.com/u/bP8kXd
Thank you for checking those out or just sharing them with others!
My sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items that make awesome #gifts for readers in your life. (There are new items!) sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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The full video for how to write a book while you're marketing another book and staying alive with life is here: youtu.be/K0loetYYZvk?feature=shared
It's more than #timemanagement to get release multiple #books in a #series
#shorts
The full video for how to write a book while you're marketing another book and staying alive with life is here: youtu.be/K0loetYYZvk?feature=shared
It's more than #timemanagement! #shorts
No anxiety for #JaneAustenJuly at this channel! Enjoy!
The full video for how to write a book while you're marketing another book and staying alive with life is here: youtu.be/K0loetYYZvk?feature=shared
It's more than #timemanagement! #shorts
So much more than a time-management issue, completing your second book while marketing your first takes understanding some nuances of the #bookpublishing industry and discovering some of the tools available to make it all more streamlined. Dive into this overview of helpfulness from editor and author Sandy Lender for tips on how to write book two without getting harassed by code enforcement.
What qualifies me to talk about elements of the writing and/or publishing industry? I have an English degree and a thirty-year career in editing, and I’ve had books published by four indie publishing houses and had novellas and short stories published in a handful of anthologies. (I’ve also self-published some titles on my own.) I have a handful of creative writing and technical writing awards, was nominated for the Pushcart Prize a couple years ago, and won the 2023 Michael Knost Wings award.
Timestamps
00:01 intro
01:12 Outline of 5 Points & Housekeeping
04:10 My Confession
05:19 Timing
14:50 Your Why
18:42 Rapid Release
26:45 Time Management Tips
44:46 The Story Bible
51:06 Main Takeaways & Wrap
The folks mentioned in the Time Management section can be found at these links and I do NOT receive any kickback for your use of their services:
jolinsdell.com
goddessfish.com/virtual-book-tours
silverdaggertours.com
youtube.com/@UCNX7f17l6AulaB74dVw_yBw
#books #timemanagement #professionalism #publishing #business #writingcraft #marketing #writingsprints #marathons #findyourwhy
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own Sandy Says Read merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
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As a professional editor in the magazine publishing industry, I’m qualified to guide you in the concept of providing an article to an editor for the purpose of educating that audience while presenting yourself as an expert to promote your book, product, or service. Here’s how to pitch and submit your article to an editor or blog host with your best chances for success. This video includes steps and examples in a conversational, friendly tone. Questions and discussion are welcome in the comments below! Make sure you’re subscribed for sporadic content like this and book content all the time.
Remember: I’m an editor of words, not video.
The press release video referenced a couple times is found here:
youtu.be/yOW2vOPV9dA?feature=shared
Timestamps
0:02 intro and overview
4:30 two main points to keep in mind
6:00 your current editor relationship, StAR example
7:30 overview steps of reaching out to the editor
8:25 the 5 steps of the pitch begin
19:00 the steps of how to submit your article, including examples and revisions stage
36:00 key takeaways and Sandy’s Summary
#booktube #magazinepublishing #bookpublishing #bookmarketing #guidance #submissions #submissionprocess #timemanagement #standardization #business #professionalism #firstimpressions
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own Sandy Says Read merch shop, where you can find bookish and inspirational items for the readers in your life.
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Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
For the number 9 in the #ClockReadingChallenge of 2024, we have “Nine Liars” by Maureen Johnson. This review is spoiler-free.
#YA #murder #mystery #series #london
Here's the review of "Let It Snow" from last Christmas: youtu.be/wCFCuwsDC1o?feature=shared
And here's the link to the Clock Reading Challenge info: youtu.be/a9CEE0C1btU?feature=shared
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own Sandy Says Read merch shop, where you can find bookish items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
NEW BOOKS NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
The full video of the Ratings and Reviews Booktube Tag is here: youtu.be/Umt6Cg7EM54?feature=shared
#reviews #books #stars #authors #shorts
The "Ratings and Reviews" tag originated with @GunpowderFictionPlot
I saw it @LuminousLibro
I mention the following fellow Booktubers:
@JoLinsdell
@jimsbooksreadingandstuff
(the gal I met at BookNetFest in 2018) @BrandysBooks61316
(the gal I couldn’t remember in the moment was Natalie Meagan) @WeirdoBookClub
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
NEW BOOKS NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
PROMPTS!
1. Tag someone
2. How do you know you’ve just finished a good book? Is it a thinking or a feeling response?
3. When you begin to form your review/rating - what is the first question you ask yourself?
4. Do you do star ratings? Why? Why not?
a. If YES i. Explain your star rating system – what does a good book get in your rating system?
ii. Is your star rating consistent? ie. are all your 5-star books better than all your 4-star books?
b. If NO i. What language do you use to convey the quality of a book in your reviews?
ii. Does this form an informal rating or ranking?
5. Do you believe every book has its perfect reader? Does this contradict the idea that a book can be “bad”?
6. What book that you hated have you recommended?
7. What makes a book good, bad or great by your evaluation?
8. When evaluating the quality of a book do you have specific criteria or aspects of the book, such as character development, that you consider? Does this change if you are writing an in-depth review vs. just thinking about the book for enjoyment?
9. Do you consider star ratings or avg. ratings when choosing books to read/add to your TBR?
10. Who on BookTube does reliable and interesting reviews of books that you know you can use to decide if a book is for you or not. What makes their reviews so good?
11. Does that/those booktuber(s) use different language than you to evaluate and review the overall quality of a book?
Our interview with J. Patrick Lemarr included tips for marketing and promotion if you’re also trying to introduce a book or a backlist to new readers. Here are some snippets from the livestream interview, which you can view in full at youtube.com/live/kO4uXcK7VnM?feature=shared.
Check out Jeff’s website at www.jpatricklemarr.com
Visit with us at Imaginarium July 19-21. That website is entertheimaginarium.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
NEW BOOKS NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
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Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
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Let’s wrap up the month of June (a little late) with birthday, book, and parrot discussions and huge, fabulous, exciting news about the PETALS OF HAIKU anthology status that makes me really happy!
The electronic pre-order link for 100 THINGS DURAN DURAN FANS SHOULD KNOW & DO is here: books2read.com/u/bP8kXd
The print pre-order is a mystery right now.
The availability of the gift poem TAKE ALL THE TIME YOU NEED is also a mystery, but should be ready any day. I’ll update this when I know solid stuff.
Here’s a link to the booktube review of LET IT SNOW I mention in the video: youtu.be/wCFCuwsDC1o?feature=shared
Make sure you're subscribed to the channel for upcoming updates!
My sponsor at this time is my SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish and dragony items that make awesome #gifts for readers in your life. (There are new items!) sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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Welcome to the livestream!
Join the chat and let us know if you have a question for Jeff!
This chapbook is available for the price of your email at this BookFunnel link: dl.bookfunnel.com/oxd64ros3f?mc_cid=a021e3b4f5&mc_eid=549093562f
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
#magicalrealism #wizard #fantasy #chapbook #characters
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
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With hints of H.P. Lovecraft and Clive Barker threaded throughout, Author Stephen Zimmer gives us a bleak commentary on the end times and society's swift descent therein with this graphically horror- and monster-filled novel from his Hellscapes world. "Days of Darkness" is available now in print and ebook formats. Links below! Interview right here!
Purchase links for Days of Darkness:
Print Link: amazon.com/Days-Darkness-Hellscapes-Stephen-Zimmer/dp/B0CSG46ZYK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2YPNWRK4SSV14&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8CAuvW3172dWJTnLBefS1w.tHyVOOtk2_bX7OSbf8dbT9Nzb6WUpqXyEnOarXBEOkM&dib_tag=se&keywords=days+of+darkness+Stephen+Zimmer&qid=1719108433&sprefix=days+of+darkness+stephen+zimmer%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-1
eBook Link: amazon.com/Days-Darkness-Hellscapes-Stephen-Zimmer-ebook/dp/B0CSFBL131/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8CAuvW3172dWJTnLBefS1w.tHyVOOtk2_bX7OSbf8dbT9Nzb6WUpqXyEnOarXBEOkM&qid=1719108433&sr=8-1
#booktube #lovecraftian #zimmer #revelation #monsters #booktour
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With hints of H.P. Lovecraft and Clive Barker threaded throughout, Author Stephen Zimmer gives us a bleak commentary on the end times and society's swift descent therein with this graphically horror- and monster-filled novel from his Hellscapes world. "Days of Darkness" is available now in print and ebook formats. Links below!
Can we all take a minute and recognize I can't train myself to talk as if I know in my heart of hearts that I upload these videos in the mornings? Typically. I typically upload these in the mornings before my magazine job. Tune in Thursday, June 20, at 7 p.m. Eastern for the live interview with Stephen.
Purchase links for Days of Darkness:
Print Link: amazon.com/Days-Darkness-Hellscapes-Stephen-Zimmer/dp/B0CSG46ZYK
eBook Link: amazon.com/Days-Darkness-Hellscapes-Stephen-Zimmer-ebook/dp/B0CSFBL131
#booktube #lovecraftian #zimmer #revelation #monsters #booktour
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
NEW BOOKS NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration
Here are some edited highlights from the livestream interview with Bram Stoker award-winner Michael Knost. The full interview on June 6, which you can see here on this channel, included broader discussions, but here's a shorter teaser to give you a glimpse of what we learned that evening from his years of experience in writing, editing, publishing, broadcast, and kindness. Listen in to learn about the vault for the darlings you kill...
Check out Michael's website here: michaelknos5.wixsite.com/newmichaelknost
Join him and various authors of the "Storms of the Brain" anthology at the Imaginarium Convention July 19-21: entertheimaginarium.com
Grab your copy of "Storms of the Brain" now! amzn.to/45ofDHI
#writing #writingtips #editing #livestream #horrorstories #shortstories #western #workshops #novels
Remember that my sponsor at this time is my own SandySaysRead merch shop, where you can find bookish items for the readers in your life. sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Some ways to get more bookly with Author Sandy Lender…
NEW BOOKS NOTICE: bit.ly/ChoicesAnnounced
Reading Community: sandysaysread.locals.com
Author Newsletter: bit.ly/SSReNews
Author Page: amzn.to/3F2WKwO
Website: sandylenderink.com
Merch Shop: sandysaysread.myspreadshop.com
Onweald Scents: shadowflamecreations.com/choices-collaboration