The Read Path – Amy Brantley
In this series, guest bloggers spill all about their roles as gatekeepers between authors and readers. They review books on blogs, websites, podcasts or booksellers’ webpages, influence buyers and connect with authors. My guest today is Amy Brantley, owner of A Girl and Her Kindle.
Let me hand over my mic. The next voice you’ll hear will be Amy’s.
1. Why did you start a book review site?
I started A Girl and Her Kindle (www.agirlandherkindle.com) because I absolutely love my Kindle and wanted to share the free books I stumbled upon with other readers. I also, obviously, love to read and wanted to share my opinions with others. Thus, I started adding the occasional review.
The reviews have become more and more frequent and I usually post at least one review Tuesday-Saturday. I also enjoy featuring books, giving readers the chance to discover books I feel my target audience (women in their 20s to 40s) will enjoy. I feel that features that provide a book trailer and/or excerpt allow readers to get a good sample of the book before making their purchase.
All and all, I just started the site to have fun and share my love of the Kindle and Kindle books.
2. What’s the best aspect of owning a book review site?
By far it would be promoting indie authors. As an author myself, I know how hard it is to get your name out there and want to provide a way for authors to have a fighting chance.
3. What’s the worst aspect?
I really can’t think of anything. I really enjoy what I do.
4. Why should readers check out your website?
A Girl and Her Kindle ALWAYS features honest reviews. I also try to make the site as fun as possible. For example, right now I have a giveaway that runs all summer long, in which I’m giving away a $200 Amazon gift card and an Amazon Fire TV console. Readers will also find a number of free or inexpensive books featured on my site.
5. Out of all the books you’ve read, which two are your top must-read recommendations?
Ugh, what a tough question! Seriously, right off the top of my head I would have to list First Frost by Liz DeJesus, simply because it was one of the most imaginative books I’ve ever read. The second would have to be Dead Vampires Don’t Date by Meredith Allen Conner, which is an incredibly fun read for paranormal romance and urban fantasy fans.
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