I admit I’m not very good at the promotion of my books also at checking reviews. Today I was reminded that a review of my first book is on most of the Amazon sites and in an effort to promote it I add a link to not just the review in question but to all of them. Like many authors I tended to think that once the book was written, my responsibility is over. Not so, they’re like little babies that need nurturing and like proud parents we’re expected to delve into our pockets for photographs to show at any opportunity.
My Barsetshire Diary is a gentle romp through the vagaries of life in a small village where one might be asked to officiate at the jam making competition at the local village fete. It may just be the place where one competitor is determined to win whatever the cost. You’ll see whether it’s still possible to get a bargain at the car boot sale.You’ll meet Lord David, Lady Julia and their daughter as well as Oscar the alarm cat. Will Lord David’s credit card ever be his?
Maybe if you try the first book you may end up liking my humour and try for successive books. The second book, The Queen’s Envoy tells of Lord David sorting out the problems of Her Majesty’s Government all over the world. It’s unfortunate that he seems to encounter so many ladies who always seem such a mystery to him. Lady Julia however takes a very keen interest in those encounters.
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Reblogged this on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog….. An Author Promotions Enterprise! and commented:
A little impromptu promo for an excellent series of books by Author (Lord) David Prosser 😀
Reblogged this on Jo Robinson and commented:
Get a wonderful book from a witty, wise, and wonderful author for your new year!
I own a lovely paperback of this and i just adore it! Happy New Year, David. ⭐
By the way… (a tip to your other readers) I only recently learned that Amazon reviews in one of their “countries” do not carry over to the others — reviews apparently have to be left on individual Amazon sites (like Amazon UK and Amazon India). I just took care of my oversight in that, David. Mega hugs!
Thanks Teagan, a timely reminder of that. Many just put the review on their own Amazon. xxx Gigantic Hugs xxx
You’re so kind Teagan. Thank you. xxx Massive Hugs xxx
Reblogged this on writerchristophfischer and commented:
I love these books. Check out the other reviews..
You’e amazing Christoph. I can’t thank you enough. An amazing review too. xxx Ginomous Hugs xxx
I must read The Queen’s Envoy soon!
If you do, I hope you have as much fun reading as I did writing Catherine.
xxx Gigantic Hugs xxx
Sounds like a wonderful series that I will check out. We also had an alarm cat, love that detail.
I hope your alarm clock was kinder than mine who always woke me on his time not mine.
xxx Hugs Galore xxx
Sounds really interesting. I’ll need to check into it and made a note.
Thanks very much Suzanne. xxx Happy New Year Hugs xxx
Reblogged this on Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life and commented:
A touch of class from a very special Envoy to the Queen, our very own Lord David Prosser – his books on Amazon The Barsetshire Diaries and The Queen’s Envoy.. enjoy
What an amazingly kind Lady you are Sally. My debt will last forever.
xxx Hugs Galore xxx
Ah David you make me feel like Wonga!! Sorry could not resist – mega hugs and XX
Happy to see you marketing a bit, David. Be sure to write some review quotes in the Editorial Reviews section on Author Central for those who can’t see the actual review. I noted in my “From the Author” section to scroll down for additional reviews because my U.S. reviews show up closer to the bottom under, let’s say, the UK reviews. Does that make sense?
Best of luck!
I think it makes perfect sense sweetie IF I’m in Author Central? It sounds familiar but it’s not quite coming to me.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
My Barsetshire Diary is mind blowing book as I went through Amazon review, ”The book is full of situational comedy, irony and great wit and most amusing characters.” gives perfect idea of the book and the way of your writng. Now I have followed you blog too. wish you all best and happy new year.
You’re really very kind. Thanks a lot. The response today to one little post has been amazing and I’m having trouble keeping pace.
Have a Wonderful New Year.
David
N.i.c.e. covers. I am intrigued immediately. 🙂
Thank you. The first cover was provided by my editor but I had a go at the second one and it needs replacing badly. I suppose some woud say the whole book does.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
Both certainly got my attention. Maybe you’re too hard on yourself. You know how we tweak and tweak and tweak some more?
Great reviews. I think the reviews in Amazon.com appear in others but not the rest…I raised the issue with Amazon already and they were looking into it
Thanks Olga. I think the tendency for many people is to review in their own Amazon only so it would be good if Amazon agreed to share.
xxx Happy New Year, and Massive Hugs xxx
Hi David,
I just bought My Bertshire Direies book and I’m enjoying it.
Happy And healthy New Year to you!
MaryJane 🐹🐹☕️☕️🎉🎉
Thanks so much Mary Jane, I hope it entertains you to the end.
xxx Happy New Year and Hugs Galore xxx
I went to Amazon and was clapping and calling out “Y-E-S, Way to Go, David!!!” Could you hear me?
Superb, and very exciting.
I wondered what that great rhythm was Marylin. Thank you.
xxx Hugs Galore xxx
Reblogged this on Paula Acton and commented:
I am determined not too buy more books than I read this year but I do want to read these, I am always bowled over with David’s charm and wit, you will be too.
I’m ALL in, David… Paula has it right! Your wit and charm are things of beauty! All the very best to you in 2015l 🙂
Blimey Billy Ray, I’m blushing again. You’re very kind. Thank you.
May 2015 grant your every wish and bestsellers come one after another.
I hope that the word spreads far and wide about your wonderful books! Congratulations!
xxx Gigantic Hugs xxx
You’re an Angel Margaret. Thanks so much.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
Reblogged this on Seumas Gallacher and commented:
worthy of a re-blog anytime… my pal, the good Lord, David Prosser, has sum’thing to tell yeez about his baby, ‘My Barsetshire Diary’… enjoy! :):)
Kudos!
xxx Hugs xxx
Reblogging, David. I tend to forget you do more than write entertaining blog posts 🙂
You are sweet Jane. I can’t thank you enough.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
Reblogged this on Jane Dougherty Writes and commented:
If you’re looking for things I don’t do, like gentle humour and spot on vignettes of contemporary life, why not read something of David Prosser’s? I bet you’ll love it.
They sound like fun! 😀
I had some fun in the writing Ali but that’s no indication. You should be able to sample on Amazon. Perhaps you could try The Queen’s Envoy.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx