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New book by Nolcha Fox!!!!!!

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Obed Ladiny said:
Once I do get to ordering that book or other single collections, I'll definitely post a review at Amazon where it may help most.
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i've been doing this a long time, and i've found that reviews on Amazon certainly look well for things that people may need (like a battery operated tongue scraper or a fully functional toilet snake), reviews of books...especially books from writers outside the margin...aren't really effective when posted on Amazon...certainly not nearly as effective as reviews and recommendations posted on writing sites or sites where the reviewers has some friends or carries some weight. by the time someone gets to the link for a book (CERTAINLY a small press book) a review - good or bad - is not going to change anyone's mind.
while it's very kind and thoughtful to post reviews on Amazon, if you really want to make a difference...tell someone or post something on a writing site.
 
John Yamrus said:
i've been doing this a long time, and i've found that reviews on Amazon certainly look well for things that people may need (like a battery operated tongue scraper or a fully functional toilet snake), reviews of books...especially books from writers outside the margin...aren't really effective when posted on Amazon...certainly not nearly as effective as reviews and recommendations posted on writing sites or sites where the reviewers has some friends or carries some weight. by the time someone gets to the link for a book (CERTAINLY a small press book) a review - good or bad - is not going to change anyone's mind.
while it's very kind and thoughtful to post reviews on Amazon, if you really want to make a difference...tell someone or post something on a writing site.
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I had no idea - I thought Amazon reviews were gold for everything (even battery-operated tongue scrapers)!

I think interviews also help boost book sales. I interviewed John, and it was published on A Thin Slice of Anxiety. If anybody would like an interview/book review, send me your bio and manuscript to nolchafox@yahoo.com.
 
Nolcha Fox said:
I had no idea - I thought Amazon reviews were gold for everything (even battery-operated tongue scrapers)!

I think interviews also help boost book sales. I interviewed John, and it was published on A Thin Slice of Anxiety. If anybody would like an interview/book review, send me your bio and manuscript to nolchafox@yahoo.com.
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for anyone interested, here's the thing me and Nolcha did...it was well-received...check it out...and while you're at it...if you're so inclined, pick up a copy of my SELECTED POEMS: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT. it's on amazon.

http://www.athinsliceofanxiety.com/2022/09/interview-transgressions-of-john-yamrus.html?m=1
 
John Yamrus said:
i've been doing this a long time, and i've found that reviews on Amazon certainly look well for things that people may need (like a battery operated tongue scraper or a fully functional toilet snake), reviews of books...especially books from writers outside the margin...aren't really effective when posted on Amazon...certainly not nearly as effective as reviews and recommendations posted on writing sites or sites where the reviewers has some friends or carries some weight. by the time someone gets to the link for a book (CERTAINLY a small press book) a review - good or bad - is not going to change anyone's mind.
while it's very kind and thoughtful to post reviews on Amazon, if you really want to make a difference...tell someone or post something on a writing site.
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I suppose there are other contributing factors to the success of a book if not for Amazon reviews only.
 
Obed Ladiny said:
I suppose there are other contributing factors to the success of a book if not for Amazon reviews only.
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the only thing i've ever found that works is constant work. if one is waiting for the world to discover your genius, you're waiting alone. ya get out and do the job. for me, when i talk to writer's groups or in classes or anything that deals with aspiring writers, i always stress (no matter how little they want to hear it) that a writer MUST wear two hats...the "artist" and the business-person...without both, you're doomed.
 
John Yamrus said:
the only thing i've ever found that works is constant work. if one is waiting for the world to discover your genius, you're waiting alone. ya get out and do the job. for me, when i talk to writer's groups or in classes or anything that deals with aspiring writers, i always stress (no matter how little they want to hear it) that a writer MUST wear two hats...the "artist" and the business-person...without both, you're doomed.
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From experience I can understand that now. Not sure you could have convinced me years ago.:D
 
Nolcha Fox said:
I had no idea - I thought Amazon reviews were gold for everything (even battery-operated tongue scrapers)!

I think interviews also help boost book sales. I interviewed John, and it was published on A Thin Slice of Anxiety. If anybody would like an interview/book review, send me your bio and manuscript to nolchafox@yahoo.com.
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Noted, thanks for sharing.
 
John Yamrus said:
the only thing i've ever found that works is constant work. if one is waiting for the world to discover your genius, you're waiting alone. ya get out and do the job. for me, when i talk to writer's groups or in classes or anything that deals with aspiring writers, i always stress (no matter how little they want to hear it) that a writer MUST wear two hats...the "artist" and the business-person...without both, you're doomed.
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Two Hats


the
only thing i've ever found that works
is constant work

if one is waiting for the world
to discover your genius
you're waiting
alone


John Yamrus



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I just received (and read) Nolcha’s new book of poetry, “How to Get Me Up in the Morning, A Collaboration of Poetry and Photography”. It’s a small book, but it packs a big punch, and is a delight to read. It is obviously a product of a poet with a gifted imagination. Relatable truths are deftly handled in simple language that somehow become powerful in its simplicity. Her disciplined and restrained writing spans a wide vista of subject matter, with a few surprising twists and turns. The photography is first class and serves to enhance the poems, rather than overwhelm them. The book itself is high quality and professionally done. This is highly recommended.
 
Raymond Huffman said:
I just received (and read) Nolcha’s new book of poetry, “How to Get Me Up in the Morning, A Collaboration of Poetry and Photography”. It’s a small book, but it packs a big punch, and is a delight to read. It is obviously a product of a poet with a gifted imagination. Relatable truths are deftly handled in simple language that somehow become powerful in its simplicity. Her disciplined and restrained writing spans a wide vista of subject matter, with a few surprising twists and turns. The photography is first class and serves to enhance the poems, rather than overwhelm them. The book itself is high quality and professionally done. This is highly recommended.
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I have this book, as well, and agree with everything you had to say!
 
You mean to tell me, ya'll received one in the mail as fast as I did? :eek:

I began reading the book today. I like the idea of blending photos next to the poems. The poems are just the right room temperature. They're not obscure but they're not simplistic either. They're full of richness and golden ore as they tease the reader into thought.

Congrats Nolcha! Much enjoying this. Check out my review at Amazon which should appear in a few days.
 
Obed Ladiny said:
You mean to tell me, ya'll received one in the mail as fast as I did? :eek:

I began reading the book today. I like the idea of blending photos next to the poems. The poems are just the right room temperature. They're not obscure but they're not simplistic either. They're full of richness and golden ore as they tease the reader into thought.

Congrats Nolcha! Much enjoying this. Check out my review at Amazon which should appear in a few days.
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My copy didnt arrive yet, but i had the honor to read it in manuscript.
 
Obed Ladiny said:
You mean to tell me, ya'll received one in the mail as fast as I did? :eek:

I began reading the book today. I like the idea of blending photos next to the poems. The poems are just the right room temperature. They're not obscure but they're not simplistic either. They're full of richness and golden ore as they tease the reader into thought.

Congrats Nolcha! Much enjoying this. Check out my review at Amazon which should appear in a few days.
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Thanks, Obed. I'm looking forward to your review. If you know any photographers or artists in any medium, maybe you could try a collaboration. I have a 4th book in the queue with Alien Buddha, where I collaborated with a woman who does the most vibrant, amazing watercolors. That will be a very nice book.
 
Nolcha Fox said:
Thanks, Obed. I'm looking forward to your review. If you know any photographers or artists in any medium, maybe you could try a collaboration. I have a 4th book in the queue with Alien Buddha, where I collaborated with a woman who does the most vibrant, amazing watercolors. That will be a very nice book.
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I like the collaboration. That's definitely an idea to try.
 
Obed Ladiny said:
@John Yamrus , you're next on my radar. Don't think I've forgotten! You've been grinding for too long to be passed by. No siree.
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i really appreciate that. i know the book is expensive (35 bucks!)...but if you can swing it (when you're ready for swinging) please make it SELECTED POEMS: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT that's the one you get. it's being taught in a number of courses and is THE best representation of my work ever. it's 542 pages and sports nearly 300 of my best poems as well as 5 illustrations by Swedish artist Janne Karlsson and an introduction by Aussie small press legend George Anderson.. i'd love to hear your thoughts on it. thanks!
 
John Yamrus said:
i know the book is expensive (35 bucks!)...but if you can swing it
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i miss the pre Covid era ,,, when participating at an open mic ,, was like being in an oral anthology

& the opportunity to sift through books ,,, and ask a poet to autograph the one you were taking home


silent lotus

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John Yamrus said:
i really appreciate that. i know the book is expensive (35 bucks!)...but if you can swing it (when you're ready for swinging) please make it SELECTED POEMS: THE DIRECTOR'S CUT that's the one you get. it's being taught in a number of courses and is THE best representation of my work ever. it's 542 pages and sports nearly 300 of my best poems as well as 5 illustrations by Swedish artist Janne Karlsson and an introduction by Aussie small press legend George Anderson.. i'd love to hear your thoughts on it. thanks!
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I've purchased much more expensive books (though not poetry) than this one. This Goliath will be just like one of them.;)
 
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Jay Dougherty said:
I'm glad to hear that people are still purchasing poetry books.
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There seem to have been a revival. Poetry refused to die under this busy progressive age. More of it is needed atleast to cope in place of a beer. It's making itself useful I hear.

Instagram poetry could have possibly helped.
 
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