tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7348815.post8088376779897252690..comments2024-03-28T01:04:21.897-06:00Comments on Gossamer Obsessions: The Weekly Wanting (22) and the Power of BloggingAnimeJunehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18229748454410488167noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7348815.post-40667654226349991512013-01-21T09:44:50.081-07:002013-01-21T09:44:50.081-07:00I'm glad not all blogs are the same, partly be...I'm glad not all blogs are the same, partly because, like you, I'd never have time for anything else if they were all equally good! But also I think one of the best things about blogging is the infinite variety to be found in the form. And just like with books, not every way of writing will appeal to every reader, and it's OK for blog readers, like book readers, to have preferences. Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09896331683344872038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7348815.post-3131615005580276362013-01-21T09:41:05.708-07:002013-01-21T09:41:05.708-07:00I love that point, Ana! I also try to remember tha...I love that point, Ana! I also try to remember that not all blog readers read tons and tons of blogs, so a book that you think everyone has heard about might be new to a lot of your readers.Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09896331683344872038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7348815.post-39829381753660974602013-01-21T07:29:39.576-07:002013-01-21T07:29:39.576-07:00The number of times someone will say something lik...The number of times someone will say something like "sorry this review isn't very good, I wasn't sure what to say" and I'm thinking no, this review and the few points it made have sold the book to me. One review really can swing opinion, and in that it often doesn't matter about the writing itself (which is what's so nice). I think after years of blogging it's natural to know what works for you as a reader and to want to follow only the blogs you're really interested in. I'm put off by very short reviews that don't say much, though I don't mind short reviews that are very to the point or focus on certain aspects.Charliehttp://wormhole.carnelianvalley.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7348815.post-54936205987279160742013-01-20T14:00:02.597-07:002013-01-20T14:00:02.597-07:00Mm, I'd say I am drawn to a certain thoughtful...Mm, I'd say I am drawn to a certain thoughtfulness in reviews, and sometimes that goes along with reviews that are well-written. I like reviews that link the reaction to an explanation for a reaction. But effusive praise from someone who doesn't always dole it out also makes me pay attention. So, depending on a blogger's track record, pure enthusiasm can reel me in. Janicuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17680150271398341576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7348815.post-35054279901622712972013-01-20T11:56:17.481-07:002013-01-20T11:56:17.481-07:00aw I know what you mean about good writing, some o...aw I know what you mean about good writing, some of my favorite writers are bloggers and I really envy those of you who find writing well easy. <br /><br />And I agree with and like Ana's comment!Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02515314638093018928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7348815.post-60427867297041150532013-01-20T11:42:18.830-07:002013-01-20T11:42:18.830-07:00This is also an important point to keep in kind wh...This is also an important point to keep in kind when we find ourselves thinking, "oh, everyone and their grandma has reviewed book x; what could I possibly have to add?". Being one more voice in the crowd can be discouraging sometimes, but you never know when your writing or your unique perspective will be the thing that FINALLY clicks with someone and leads them to a book that hasn't captured their attention before. This is why a variety of reviews matters. Anyway, Seraphina is awesome and I hope you'll enjoy it!Ana S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16092495983972185943noreply@blogger.com