Introducing Book Buds
I have a new blog. Don't ask me why. It's not like I have time. And, like, I have the flu, fer cryin' out loud. I never seem to give myself a break, but then, I have only myself to blame.
It seemed like a good idea and my husband and writing coach jumped all over it. It's called Book Buds Kidlit Reviews, and as the name implies, it's dedicated to reviewing children's books. New titles only, by the way.
For now, I'm critiquing the review copies that come to me from the newspaper where my hubby works. He has to snag them from the book review editors who all have kids too. I'm just trying to get started, so whatever I can get will have to do for now.
If I see some traffic on the site, I'm going to try to pursuade a few publishers to send copies to me directly. If things get busier, I'll be soliciting more reviewers from the LA area (especially for Christmas books) and/or maybe some advertising, PayPal, that sort of thing.
Let me know what you think. It's still a work in progress, so suggestions here or on the Book Buds site are welcome.
Anne - this new site is fabulous! I love the idea and was wowed when I first saw the site. Great design - the colors and layout are attractive and draw you in. I like how your reviews are written and plan on using this site to check out book ideas for my children. Ok, I'm gushing, but your intro post was very clever, too. I think you've got a winner.
Posted by: lapdwife | November 02, 2004 at 11:33 AM
A neighbor of my parents (in Virginia) has asked my daughter to review a couple of children's books with which she has been associated. I don't know if she's looking for grownups to review the books. Contact me if you want more information.
-OE
Posted by: Ontario Emperor | November 02, 2004 at 11:45 AM
lapdwife: Thanks, blush blush. I don't know if I can sustain it if I go back to work, but we'll see.
OE: Thanks. Will email you later.
Posted by: Anne | November 03, 2004 at 04:21 PM
Great idea!!! It looks wonderful and I will recommend it to others with kids as well.
Posted by: Anne-Marie | November 04, 2004 at 11:04 AM
Excellent!! I have a few publishers I review for as well - you're on the right track. Keep it up. I'm going to add you to my list, and hope to send some leads your way.
(I blogexploded my way in here, and boy am I glad. Your site actually brought a smile to my face.)
Posted by: zee | November 04, 2004 at 03:03 PM
Anne-Marie: Thanks, I appreciate the word-of-mouth (or word-of-blog) boost.
Zee: That's good to know. Welcome to my blog. Blogexplosion's really paying off for me. How very cool. Thanks.
Posted by: Anne | November 05, 2004 at 12:27 PM
What a fabulous idea for a blog! I am always seeking new books for my two-year-old son. After the 50th reading of The Little Engine That Could in the past 5 days, I could use some fresh ideas. My son may take some convincing, though.
I am enjoying this blog as well. Glad to have both of them!
Posted by: Suzanne | November 10, 2004 at 06:58 PM
Hi Suzanne, thanks so much. My fear is that one or both blogs will suffer from neglect as I get busier. It's great to know that I am steadily getting readers -- it really helps the ol' morale. Thanks again.
Posted by: Anne | November 11, 2004 at 01:00 PM