We , as authors dream sometimes of getting on the best sellers list. It's a dream to much and a reality to some. Throughout the years you will remember the 5 Star reviews but even more so you will remember the 1 and 2 Star reviews! As a person in the creative field, its very hard to place yourself out there for others to critique and discuss. It is appreciated. I receive countless emails and messages weekly telling me how they loved my book. Currently I've received over 100 combined 5 Star reviews on my novels and short stories. You know what I remember most though? The negative reviews. One review stated I must be suffering from nymphomania because she read all my novels and I'm obsessed with sex. I couldn't help but laugh and wonder if she had an orgasm that night because for her to feel that way she must be a nymph herself. She DID admit to reading ALL of my novels.
I remember my first poor review. I cried, I stayed off of Facebook and all social media when I read it. I hated everyone. I didn't want to write anymore. I wanted to quit but then I talked to a dear friend of mine. The fact is out of 100 people that love my novels, there will be one that doesn't. That being said, I focus on the ones that love my work. No one is going to always enjoy everything you do. You will be told of things that you may have done wrong such as editing, or other things. They might not like the cover or storyline. Some might not even like how it ended. Nonetheless, no one will like everything about the novel. Will I bitch and complain? Will I throw tantrums on Facebook or have a twitter rant? No! I will take what the readers and reviewers are saying and take into consideration that they might be right. I will go back and see what the problem is and fix the problem so I can be the best author and publisher ever.
People will always have something to say. They judged JESUS. So long as you are faithful and true to YOU and yourself as a brand, then you can honestly say you put forth the best effort ever without regret. Be your best you.
Smooches lovelies
Allison xoxo
It's been about a year since I came over here but I decided that I needed to come and greet a lot of y'all. I will be blogging more. It's conducive to growth and letting everyone know where I am in my career. I am currently now signed to PEACH DOLLHOUSE PUBLICATIONS; a TBRS company. My first release will be PREPAID MISTRESS and it drops Valentine's Day 2014. I'm so excited because the last year has been absolutely amazing. I thank everyone for checking in with me and be prepared to hear so much more about me. Follow me on social networks so you can always stay abreast of things.
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