Monday Musings: Oh, Amazon, Why You Be Like This?

You may have seen this article floating around the writer-verse lately: Amazon and ARC Reviews It seems Amazon has been cracking down on reviews of things, not only books, that are received free in exchange for a review. In one way, I understand the issue. Since Amazon has existed, the pay-for-reviews system has, as well. … Continue reading Monday Musings: Oh, Amazon, Why You Be Like This?

Monday Musings: Shipping SNAFU, and Deep Thinking

Our youngest grandson turned one last week. His party was yesterday. We ordered a gift for him through Amazon, and it was scheduled to arrive at our house on Saturday. No problem, right? Especially since Amazon is usually so very good at this stuff. Well, this time, not so much. The order status was "Shipping … Continue reading Monday Musings: Shipping SNAFU, and Deep Thinking

Monday Musings: Amazon Rankings: What Are They, and Do They Really Mean Anything?

For this blog post, I am going to focus on books as relative to Amazon's rankings, although all products sold on Amazon are ranked. But for my purposes, and for most of you who might be reading this, books are our main interest. In oneĀ of the writing groups I am in, there was a discussion … Continue reading Monday Musings: Amazon Rankings: What Are They, and Do They Really Mean Anything?

Wednesday Wanderings: Great Twitter Rant, Wind Patterns, Christmas Beers, and Cool Gowns

Before I get to this week's links, I just want to wish everyone reading this post a very Happy New Year. I hope this is a wonder-filled year of love, laughter, and Light. I wish you friendships new and old, love to fill your heart and soul, laughter to ease your burdens, and inspiration to … Continue reading Wednesday Wanderings: Great Twitter Rant, Wind Patterns, Christmas Beers, and Cool Gowns