[stylist] online communities

[Bridgit Pollpeter]

Ashley,

Slate & Style usually has a book review or two in each issue. Our
current issue has three book reviews.

A year ago or so, I and a couple of others proposed we have periodic
book reviews/discussions on Stylist, but at the time, a majority of
Stylist contributors felt this wasn't the place for such an idea. In
light of Stylist's waxing and waning posts, it doesn't seem out of place
or inappropriate, and considering most professional writers stress the
importance of reading to better direct your own craft, I still contend
this is a good idea.

Perhaps we can have an unofficial  review/discussion whenever the mood
strikes any given member. I read frequently, and despite the fact I have
a very active, mobile 10 month old, I manage to fit in reading time even
if I have to stay up until 3 a.m. smile.

Maybe I'll find time to write a few quick reviews when I finish books. I
encourage others to do the same.

I don't have any specific websites or blogs to direct you to, but I know
they exist. And our own Chris Kuell is developing a blog site where he
will construct 300 or 200 words reviews on books. So wait for that as
well.

In the meantime, if you find anything, let us know, and I also hope to
start publishing info like this in S & S and on our new upcoming
Facebook page. So all online sources you lot find, send my way.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: stylist [mailto:stylist-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ashley
Bramlett
Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 3:57 PM
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Subject: [stylist] online communities


Hi all,

I want to read reviews of books from not only professionals but general
readers too. I also think it would be neat to join online book
discussions. I'll post a few book reviews too here once I read more
books.

What sites have interactive discussions or book reviews? How about
author podcasts or webcasts? Any online book discussion sites that have
regular book talks at specific times?

I know about good reads so far. Thanks for any recommendations. Oh, list
servs as well. 

Thanks.

Ashley
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