![]() Just say a few words about what connected with you. You don’t even have to use your real name. ![]() They want impartial reviews, so keep it independent. ![]() Amazon doesn’t want to hear from my sister or cousin or BFF what they think of my book. Leave out your personal connection to me, and simply write about you.That way you don’t lose it if it disappears. Draft your review somewhere else (Word, a piece of paper, whatever) and then copy over to Amazon.I have treasured each, more than I can tell you. But I would love to remember you to the Father, and sit before him with your name in my heart.Īnd if you are one of the beautiful souls who already posted a review, thank you. This is not like one of those prayer shawls guaranteed to heal you from all ills. I need to warn you that he doesn’t often grant my requests, so don’t expect miracles or anything. If your review lets me know what you are going through (miscarriage, a difficult child, painful relationships, doubt), I will spend significant time in the following week bringing you to Jesus. I know that if your heart connected with my book, it was likely because of something in your own life that rang true-some stretching experience, or brush with inadequacy, or deep dive into grief. Peanut Butter and Dragon Wings in the Act of Being Eaten By Fangorn Forestīut I am going to offer you a non-incentivized incentive, also good through the end of the year. And in this direction corruption lies, apparently. And second, because if I were rewarding you for doing it, you would be biased toward leaving me a nicer review than you might otherwise, for a potentially nicer reward. First, because the exchange already occurred: you are giving me a review in exchange for a product I have given to you. That ties me in knots as a codependent who dislikes asking favors, but it makes sense for two reasons. ![]() My publisher set me a fairly modest number goal for reviews, and I carry some guilt for not making an effort in that direction-they have asked so little marketing of me.īy Amazon policy, I am not allowed to incentivize reviews-that is, to offer you anything in exchange for your review. If you read it and liked it, or if you read it and found fault, you have an opportunity to influence the reading of others by leaving an Amazon review for my book. Kinda late in the game, you know? My Daughter Being an Avid Fanīut I am going to ask one favor of you now. Having sent it into the world, I mostly try to let it find its own way, since salesmanship is my least favorite activity and I figure if it’s good, people will read it, and if it’s not, no amount of marketing on my part will fix that. I am always waiting for the right people to find it and spit on it, but in the meantime, I have received more kindness and delight than I had any reason to expect. Maybe people hated on Peanut Butter and Dragon Wings, or it’s not doing well? Sometimes I worry that if I speak of hard times for my words, and the silence that has settled in my heart, you will think it is because of my book. It’s more quiet, more rewarding, and more naked than I expected. The coupon is good for US orders only, and expires on 12/31. To access the special price, order from and use the coupon code CHRISTMAS. But you know what I mean-for that friend of yours or a young mom at church, your sister-in-law or your mother, the five ladies in your support group. Unless it’s a present for your brother-in-law, that could be awkward. If you are watching for a good deal on a gift item, this is the perfect opportunity. My publisher, MennoMedia, is offering a Christmas special of 40% off select merchandise, including Peanut Butter and Dragon Wings.
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