Episode 115 / Cindy Burnett, host of the Thoughts from a Page Podcast, joins us this week and shares tips for authors who want to pitch book reviewers, podcasters, or bookstrammers. We also talk about Cindy’s Patreon and how she’s structured it to appeal to readers. 

Show notes:

• How Cindy’s love of reading launched her into reviewing books, writing columns about books, and eventually podcasti
• How she decides which books to read and review
• What Cindy wishes authors knew about book reviewers/bloggers/podcasters
• Common mistakes authors make when they reach out to podcasters and reviewers
• Common mistakes Cindy sees in books that are a turn off
• How Cindy’s set up her Patreon to attract readers
• The advantages and challenges of in-person book events 

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Links: 

Cindy’s podcast website: https://www.thoughtsfromapage.com

Twitter: @burn555555

Instagram: @thoughtsfromapage

Facebook Author Page: @thoughtsfromapage

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