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  • Apr. 30th, 2009 at 10:37 AM
Water
Initial reviews for The Valde: Water are in, and it’s been interesting – a real mix of  “heck yeah!” and “…what?” which, despite the fact that it isn’t 100% glowing, is actually quite helpful for me. This book was a challenge, coming up with a completely new mythology as it were, and so I am grateful for the reviews, both good and bad, to help me understand what is working and what isn’t as I craft the rest of the series.

 

Being still somewhat new to the world of publishing and romance, I must say that I find the fact that a lot of official reviews sites give nothing BUT rave reviews a little surprising. Not that I don’t grin and stand a little taller when I get positive feedback… but when everyone gets the same review, it has a tendency to make me feel like… hey… maybe they didn’t mean it when they said they loved it!

Which is one reason why I really enjoy reviews on individuals’ blogs so much. Because I trust they’re going to give me the “real scoop,” for better or for worse.

So, to all those out there who not only voraciously read yum-yum gay sci-fi/fantasy, but take the time to share your thoughts with others… THANK YOU! :)

Anyway, here’s the round up of The Valde: Water reviews so far!


Literary Nymphs
– Thank you Scandalous Minx!

Emmyjag –Thanks for reading and honestly reviewing!

Rain on the Roof – Hey, where are the accompanying nekked man pictures, Sarah? :) Thanks!

Elisa Rolle’s Review – Thanks so much… your description is far more eloquent than the book itself! :)

Well-Read – Thank you Jenre! I appreciate honest feedback.

Madame Butterfly – MB (Leah) … heh… “commando” rating cracks me up…


More info on The Valde: Water is at Loose Id

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[info]valkovalin wrote:
Apr. 30th, 2009 06:36 pm (UTC)
Three cheers for the writers who find mixed / honest reviews helpful and valuable! (You'd be surprised how few do -- ha, ha!) Reactions like yours make it all seem worthwhile for us reviewers.
[info]astridamara wrote:
May. 1st, 2009 04:09 pm (UTC)
Keep up the awesome work!
[info]valkovalin wrote:
May. 1st, 2009 04:29 pm (UTC)
Thank you very much!

Today, in fact, I'm heaping praise upon your cover art by Dawn Kimberling for The Archer's Heart http://tinyurl.com/clvbl7
[info]astridamara wrote:
May. 1st, 2009 04:40 pm (UTC)
It IS gorgeous! I am soooo lucky. Actually all the authors at Blind Eye Books are. The cover artists work closely with the authors to make sure they like what is being designed. It is a rare privilege indeed, and has, in my opinion, resulted in the most beautiful covers in the entire m/m publishing industry.
[info]valkovalin wrote:
May. 1st, 2009 04:47 pm (UTC)
I agree. I really think they set the high standard at Blind Eye Books. In the near future, I'll be heaping more praise upon the cover art for Wicked Gentlemen and Tangle. She's such a talented artist!
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