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Being an independent writer, or Indie Writer as the world commonly knows us, we depend on the people who read our books to help us move up in the ranks in places like, KOBO, Amazon, iBooks, and Kindle.  Without the reviews, the book sits unnoticed at the bottom of the huge number of other publications in any given genre. I liken our plight to music and movie, the more reviews, the more people will notice and buy, the more it climbs the charts.  

Like so many others out there, I too love to download and read free books. What better way to determine if you truly want to read more by the same author. What better way to see how others write in your chosen genre (if you are a writer). What better way to improve your vocabulary. Besides the fact that reading is just good for the mind and soul. 

I diligently try to accomplish the reviews for books I have read in a timely manner; however, sometimes it takes me a little longer than even I like. Yet, the knowledge that these writers appreciate my time in doing so, gives me hope that others will do the same for me. ​

So when you read a book, any book, be it the old fashioned hold in your hand style or an E-book, please take the time to squirrel the title out on any of these prominent bookseller locations and leave your thoughts, your star rating. If you are surfing the net, this only takes but a few minutes out of your precious time and is so, so appreciated by us, the Indie Writers.

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“Stop! This is not the route to take if you want to stick to social media rules.” 

What does that mean, anyway? Apparently from what I have been told, it means you shouldn’t cross over into areas that are not your line of business. In other words, writing about subject matter not in my business expertise or service are taboo! So, should my personal thoughts and experiences on topics that are not, say, within my realm of so called expertise be muted? Am I only to write and share information on writing or taking pictures?

The thing is, sharing my opinions and suggestions, doesn't mean I'm taking on the professionals, nor do I want their job. I am doing what my platform suggest, I am writing. And, my recommendations and observations quite often pertain to how artists and social media should/could work together in promoting our work.  I have no urge to become a guru of the social media world. I merely share my experiences, by doing what I love, writing.

For those who provide social media services, and feel compelled to ask me why I am promoting something I don’t sell, I would like to take a look at your thoughts from my perspective. True, my published writing focuses on fiction; however, even we writers stray. It’s what keeps our thoughts rejuvenated. Titles and tag lines I use are to get the attention of the masses, as they should, if I am using social media to my advantage. 

Another thing that should be considered by the social media professionals is this:  If the way you teach, share and promote your product or service, is pleasing to read and easily understandable, chances are, I may write about the topic. In doing so, often as not, including a link to your blog, website or some other form of social media you are on to promote your work. 

You see, when I write (because that's what I do) about topics, regardless of the profession, and not necessarily fiction or poetry or how you should or shouldn’t write; I may just end up writing about what I have been told is not the route to follow . . .