School has started again, and it is kicking my butt. So reading for reviews is going to be slowing down for the next couple of weeks. However, I thought you might like to see some of what’s coming up in the next month or so. Here’s books I’ve received from authors and publishers on the… Continue reading Open Thread: Coming Attractions
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Open Thread: Linkspam 10/2/13
Time for the monthly recommendation of other blogs! I went to the Bloggers’ group meeting at Joule again. This time the topic was timesaving tips, such as having a calendar to remind you when it’s time to post. One cool tip for bloggers with families is having a special article of clothing that you wear… Continue reading Open Thread: Linkspam 10/2/13
Open Thread: Books Is Your Worst Enemy: Eight Ways To Defeat It!
This headline brought to you by Widgets for Creating Misleading Headlines that People Will Click On. First, a reminder that my giveaway contest is still running through 9/30/13, but not past that, so drop on by there. http://www.skjam.com/2013/09/16/giveaway-autumn-giveaway-ends-september-30-2013/ And in keeping with the headline, kind of, tell me about a book you really struggled with… Continue reading Open Thread: Books Is Your Worst Enemy: Eight Ways To Defeat It!
Open Thread: Linkspam 9/10/13
Went to the bloggers’ meeting again this month, a week later than the usual. We talked about how to get good ideas for blog posts, and handed around our business cards. Here’s some people you should consider giving some traffic to. GIR Promotions: http://girpromotions.com/ They do creative marketing–latest post is staying “top of mind” with your audience.… Continue reading Open Thread: Linkspam 9/10/13
Open Thread: A Thousand Views
This blog has now passed 1000 views, and thanks to everyone who has made that possible. Another giveaway is due later this month, so please come back to see that, and let your friends know! We have a new top ten review posts, thanks to a very strong newcomer. Apparently, people are really… Continue reading Open Thread: A Thousand Views
Open Thread: Top Ten Posts So Far
HI folks! Busy with homework at the moment, so a quick look at what you, the readers, have been clicking on. The top eleven review posts so far are: Book Review: Ghosts in the Yew (that one day surge is still keeping it on top.) Comic Strip Review: Dick Tracy (thanks to the folks at… Continue reading Open Thread: Top Ten Posts So Far
Open Thread: Job Hunting
Busy day today–off to Job Club in the morning, then a Veterans’ Job Fair at the U of M immediately afterwards–might make it home in time to change for Anime Club, plus do a little homework. How’s your job search going? Related posts: Webtoon Review: Inside Job Book Review: Hunting Season: Immigration and Murder in… Continue reading Open Thread: Job Hunting
Open Post: Wedding
Open Thread: Wedding Went to my cousin’s wedding on Sunday; she married a Norwegian guy. Big church service with the families showing off their musical talents and my cousin’s father the preacher giving the homily. Got to ride in a stretch limo for the first time to and from the reception. Considerably less comfortable than… Continue reading Open Post: Wedding
Open Thread: Linkspam
I went to a LinkedMN Bloggers meeting last night. The main subject was conversions, turning readers into leads. At the moment, I am not selling anything, but I would ask that you take a look back at previous posts, and if you appreciate any of them, “like” it or push the button for your favorite… Continue reading Open Thread: Linkspam
Open Thread: It’s my birthday!
But you might be the one getting the present! Check out this giveaway… http://www.skjam.com/2013/06/15/arc-giveaway-the-cat-sitters-cradle-ends-june-30-2013/ And feel free to leave comments! Got the news tonight that my current job is over. Know of anything for a book blogger? Related posts: Book Review: The Cat Sitter’s Cradle Manga Review: Rin-ne Volumes 7,8 & 9 Book Review: Pitch… Continue reading Open Thread: It’s my birthday!