One of my readers posted the following note on my wall on Facebook: "After my suggestion, the manager of Houston Borders read your new book "In the Dark" and loved it so much that she ordered several extra copies for the store."
There couldn't be a better example of the power of reader referrals. Booksellers and librarians help readers find new authors every day -- but they struggle with the sheer volume of books and have to prioritize what they read themselves. That's why they pay attention when a customer or patron makes a recommendation. When an avid reader tells them, "You HAVE to read this author!", they listen.
I always suggest to readers who write to me that they spread the word to local bookstores and libraries. That's why. Be sure to let me know, too, if you recommend my books and one of your local managers or librarians becomes a fan. I'll drop them a personal note to say thanks.
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