I'm thinking of starting a book blog in addition to Rhinestone Armadillo. It would focus on all things literary, but primarily Young Adult books. I'm trying to get my novel published, and the best way to learn about a market is to read, read, read. So...I think it will motivate me to read more by doing book reviews. I'll also throw in reviews of adult literary and children's books, since we read a bit of everything around here.
(photo from Trinity University)
Do any of you read book blogs? I usually don't...I'd rather be reading books.
However, I think I'll give it a try. In researching the best ways to get a book published, I keep reading that agents like authors to have a strong literary web presence. I've been blogging for years, but my blog is all over the map. I think I'll move my book related content to a new blog and see how that goes. I'm pretty serious about getting my book published, and I want to do everything I can to let agents/publishers know I'm willing to work hard on writing and marketing. Wish me luck, please! I'm new to this and it seems overwhelming at times.
I'm brainstorming names for the blog. Which of these are you liking?
- Rhinestone Reads or Rhinestone Armadillo Reads
- The Dust Jacket
- Reading Nook
- Armadillo's Armchair
- Literary Laura
- Laura's Book Nook
- Laura Loves Books
- The Rhinestone Bookmark
- Laura's Bookmark
- Any other ideas? I'm happy for some input here.
Is there anything in particular you'd like to see on a blog about books? Reviews, readings, author interviews, etc.?
Armadillo's armchair is super cute!! I can see your mascot now!! ;)
Posted by: Vanessa {a fanciful twist} | October 22, 2012 at 05:35 PM
I vote Armadillo Armchair or Laura Loves Literature (kind of naughty librarian B movie sounding!)
speaking of libraries: I'm going to a Paranormal Ghost seminar on Ogden, Utah at the library tonight. Everyone riding a train in the United States, no matter their destination, had to pass through Ogden. It is a real rootin tootin old drinking, gambling, prostitution town......Browning Guns was based here too.
I will get back to your e-mail (I want to spend a while on it) That was soooooooo funny in some parts (and also scary on another level)
The Happiness Project author, Gretchen Rubin, has 3 book recommendations each month (fiction, non-fiction & a children's book). Found Geek Love from you.....
Posted by: Jill James | October 22, 2012 at 05:48 PM
Ooooh....I like the luscious alliteration of Laura Loves Literature.
Triple L, baby!
The ghost seminar sounds FUN.
Thanks for the Happiness Project info....Ill go check it out right now.
Posted by: Laura Irrgang | October 22, 2012 at 06:05 PM
Its called The Ghost Society (even better)....
Posted by: Jill James | October 22, 2012 at 06:41 PM
You've got some good blog titles there. I like most all of them; especially 1 & 4. Bon chance. You know how much I read. I pay attention to customer reviews if I'm considering a purchase, and I read book reviews in newspaper and magazines. So far I haven't sought out a book blog.
Posted by: Charlotte | October 22, 2012 at 11:59 PM
I like Rhinestone Reads and the above suggestion Laura Love Literature. Good luck!
Posted by: Shirley | October 23, 2012 at 09:23 AM
OHHH!! I definately like The Rhinestone Bookmark best, followed by Armadillo's Armchair. These 2 titles caught my attention the most and would make me want to check those sites out! They sound more interesting, and are more creative.
Posted by: Lisa Muncy | October 24, 2012 at 06:06 PM