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Bartlett’s Rule
Yesterday fellow author Richard W. Paterson and I co-hosted a writing workshop in our local community. It was a fascinating and enriching discussion where we covered several topics. We were so impressed with
the range of questions and experience of all of the participants.
One of the topics we discussed was “How important is the book-cover?”
I showed them two different covers for my novel Bartlett’s Rule
The original
The revised
The first run of Bartlett’s Rule displayed the first, darker cover which gave
the impression that it was a young couple (mainly due to the man’s jaw line).
However the subject matter of the novel involved a rape survivor and the aftermath the rape had on her future relationships, and some of the language and sexual scenes were certainly explicit. (The rape took place prior to the story’s opening). Unfortunately the original cover was often mistaken as a YA theme and so it was quickly changed.
The revised cover of Bartlett’s Rule proved to be more attractive to an
older readership and the book received several favorable reviews.
Ironically many moms felt the book touched on a subject important
enough that several even passed it along to their teen-age daughters to
read and discuss.
So what is YOUR opinion about how
important a book-cover design is?
Bartlett’s Rule is available on
Amazon in Print, Kindle or Audiobook
Barnes&Noble in Paperback or NookBook
Smashwords in multiple E-Book formats
and other online retailers & libraries
At a recent party a friend was praising a couple of books that I wrote – I stepped to the side and asked her if she would be kind enough to post a review. She looked genuinely concerned and said “I wouldn’t know what to write”.
It’s easy, if you can tell me one (or more) things you liked (or even disliked) about the book, you can write a great review. You don’t have to be a professional book reviewer and you can post the review simultaneously on multiple sites.
You would be doing this author and all authors an incredible favor. Potential readers look for books that people want to read and seeing lots of reviews says to them that the book is worthy of their time.
So please, I know several of you out there have read at least one of my books – please help me by posting a review on Amazon, Barnes&Noble, Goodreads, YOUR Facebook page, Smashwords, KOBO, iTunes or send it to me for the Potpourri Parlor.
Thank you!
“a good quality book review is NOT the school-age book report. Your review should be a minimum of five or six sentences up to two or three (small) paragraphs. Don’t prove you read the book by including spoilers (that totally unexpected twist that really made the story). Write what YOU liked (or disliked) about the book; a book should be a personal experience for every reader so keep it personal. Be honest but never brutal; if the book was filled with typos for instance but was still a great story say something like “a few distracting typos took away from an otherwise terrific story”. (Always try to find something positive to say). If you didn’t like the book because it was not your favorite genre then own up to it; despite mostly four and five star reviews, my favorite review I received on one of my books was only two stars — the writer stated she didn’t care for it because my style was too much like Danielle Steel and she doesn’t care for Steel (who happens to be one of my faves). Again, review the book from YOUR perspective, YOUR likes and dislikes, and the impact the book had on YOU. Remember to be gentle but always honest.”
the following appeared on Facebook 6/29/2014
EMSWorld
(EMS – EMT – Paramedic
Emergency Medical Services)
The world of EMS is filled with dedicated and selfless people, among which is Chelle Cordero. She is an author and EMT who spent over 27 years volunteering for her local ambulance corps. Most of her family, including her husband, son, daughter and even daughter-in-law, have also volunteered as EMS providers. Cordero has written two EMS-based suspense novels as well as a factual guide for the layman, “Until the Ambulance Arrives.” She’s is extremely proud of her family’s involvement in EMS and has “translated” this pride into her writing. For more information, visit her website https://chellecordero.com/.
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Thank you so much to EMSworld for this incredible accolade!
Audio editions: Final Sin & Hyphema
NEW Expanded 2nd Edition
Common Bond, Tangled Hearts
by Chelle Cordero!
New Expanded Edition
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New Expanded Edition NOW IN PRINT!
A Chaunce of Riches
by Chelle Cordero
Ben Johnson was hired as a bodyguard for a rich widow and her kid, but he never expected to be working for the woman who had abandoned him just when he had needed her the most. Damn it all, he still wanted her. Samantha Chaunce never thought she would have to explain why she married the rich man instead of Ben. Or that her husband had been murdered…and Ben was the prime suspect.
REVIEW
FIVE STARS A Must Read
LAS Reviewer – originally published on Long and Short Reviews
Nothing is simple in the complex tale of love, danger, and this shared, almost-mourned, past. …the two main characters are both strong, edgy people, and their history together creates a rather unusual relationship between the two. There is anger, resentment, yet, somehow, there is an enduring trust that becomes more and more important in the face of danger.
The very focused plot keeps us madly turning the pages, right to the very end. Yet, it’s the romantic in us that is waiting, and so hoping, that they are both the people we think they are…that somehow, out of all this emotional clutter, disaster and more, they can find their way to true feeling. The story is simply super on all counts. Mark A Chaunce of Riches a Must-Read.
A Chaunce of Riches Links
Paperback Edition
http://www.amazon.com/Chaunce-Riches-Chelle-Cordero/dp/0615986994
Kindle
http://www.amazon.com/Chaunce-Riches-Chelle-Cordero-ebook/dp/B002VBWDN8
Smashwords Direct
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/5422
AllRomance
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Kobo
http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/a-chaunce-of-riches
Nook
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AUDIOBOOK
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Book Club Packet – FREE, of course
includes full color bookmarks, title and author info, cover graphics, and discussion starters
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Can you hear it now? YOU BET!
A Chaunce of Riches by Chelle Cordero is now available as an AUDIOBOOK on Audible, iTunes, and on Amazon! Also in All Ebook Formats and Print Editions.
Ben Johnson was hired as a bodyguard for a rich widow and her kid, but he never expected to be working for the woman who had abandoned him just when he had needed her the most. Damn it all, he still wanted her. Samantha Chaunce never thought she would have to explain why she married the rich man instead of Ben. Or that her husband had been murdered…and Ben was the prime suspect.
Review
FIVE STARS
A Must Read
Nothing is simple in the complex tale of love, danger, and this shared, almost-mourned, past… the two main characters are both strong, edgy people, and their history together creates a rather unusual relationship between the two. There is anger, resentment, yet, somehow, there is an enduring trust that becomes more and more important in the face of danger.
The very focused plot keeps us madly turning the pages, right to the very end. Yet, it’s the romantic in us that is waiting, and so hoping, that they are both the people we think they are… that somehow, out of all this emotional clutter, disaster and more, they can find their way to true feeling. The story is simply super on all counts. Mark A Chaunce of Riches a Must-Read. ~LAS Reviewer, originally published on Long and Short Reviews
A Chaunce of Riches audiobook is narrated by Barry Newman, professional voice artist and producer, residing in Florida. Barry has come to audiobook industry after years of both writing and voicing radio and TV commercials, and has this to say about his work: “I truly enjoy reading a well written story and because of my background I am always thinking about what the listener is hearing. Putting myself in that position I must admit that many times I stop in the middle of a paragraph or sentence asking myself ‘Would I want to hear it that way?’ – our guess is that listeners will give him a resounding YES.
AUDIO, PRINT, and ALL ELECTRONIC EDITIONS
BUY LINKS
AUDIO – http://www.amazon.com/A-Chaunce-of-Riches/dp/B00IXWZIDQ
And if you decide to use the Amazon-exclusive Audible.com 30-day free trial membership it includes:
- This audiobook free, plus a bonus audiobook of your choice
- Exchange any book you don’t like with our Great Listen Guarantee
- Total flexibility – cancel, pause or upgrade membership easily and whenever you like
http://www.amazon.com/Chaunce-Riches-Chelle-Cordero/dp/0615986994
Kindle
http://www.amazon.com/Chaunce-Riches-Chelle-Cordero-ebook/dp/B002VBWDN8
Smashwords Direct
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/5422
AllRomance
https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-achaunceofriches-365553-152.html
Kobo
http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/a-chaunce-of-riches
Nook
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-chaunce-of-riches-chelle-cordero/1019258437
and the FREE Book Club Discussion Packet with full color printable bookmarks, author bio and photo, discussion starters, and synopsis – http://store.payloadz.com/details/1779151
A Chaunce of Riches Sneak Peek Video
or
More Chelle Cordero Audiobooks
…and I’d love to hear what you think
Check out my novel/book listings at
https://chellecordero.com/novels-by-chelle-cordero/
Click on the titles that interest you and see more info and buy links
Can you hear it now? YOU BET!
The Many Faces of Chelle Cordero by Chelle Cordero is now available as an AUDIOBOOK on Audible, iTunes, and on Amazon! Also in All Ebook Formats and Print Editions.
The Many Faces of Chelle Cordero is a single author collection of short stories featuring Introduction, Pussycat Tails, Holiday Happiness, Not Alone, I Swear That Raccoon Just Knocked on the Door, Stormy Weather, A Mother’s Love, More Than a Friend, The Meeting, The Vacation and a special bonus section.
Something for everyone… humor, drama, passion, suspense, and more! Chelle Cordero’s first short story collection gives the reader a glimpse into her writer’s mind, with humor, poignancy, love, suspense, and more with these nine short stories.
Pussycat Tales
You never really own a cat, but they do rule the household.
Holiday Happiness
Flashy gifts can come with hefty price-tags, but it’s the memories that are priceless.
Not Alone
Sometimes forgiveness seems impossible, but then so is turning your back on a friend.
I Swear That Raccoon Just Knocked on the Door
Take one city girl and send her camping in the woods for a tale of humor and triumph.
Stormy Weather
The ominous skies and howling winds of a hurricane lead to an unexpected and warmhearted friendship.
A Mother’s Love
When her child is hurt, there isn’t anything a mother wouldn’t do to make it better.
More Than a Friend
Best friends become lovers and share a lifetime together.
The Meeting
From a random meeting in the south during WW2 to a marriage and love that lasts for an eternity.
The Vacation
An erotic respite was just what she needed, the man who delivered was what she wanted.
Review
Nice variety of short stories! Chelle Cordero really knows her cats, or should I say the cats who own her. And The Meeting is sweet, tender, and a true love story. ~ Marta Gruenwald
The Many Faces of Chelle Cordero audiobook is narrated by Wendy Tremont-King, Wendy Tremont King, SAG/AFTRA, APA, FBA, Studiotozzi Director and Chief of Laugh; Represented by Look Talent, San Francisco. She has several more projects in line with Vanilla Heart Publishing, and we are looking forward to more of her fine professional work.
AUDIO, PRINT, and ALL ELECTRONIC EDITIONS
BUY LINKS
AUDIO – http://www.amazon.com/The-Many-Faces-Chelle-Cordero/dp/B00HK1HCIA
And if you decide to use the Amazon-exclusive Audible.com 30-day free trial membership it includes:
- This audiobook free, plus a bonus audiobook of your choice
- Exchange any book you don’t like with our Great Listen Guarantee
- Total flexibility – cancel, pause or upgrade membership easily and whenever you like
PRINT – http://www.amazon.com/Many-Faces-Chelle-Cordero-Collection/dp/0615839231
Kindle – http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D8NL6U4
AllRomance Ebooks – https://www.omnilit.com/product-themanyfacesofchellecordero-1222674-237.html
iBooks – https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/many-faces-chelle-cordero/id661486812
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for Sony, Nook, Kindle, Apple, Kobo and More
All of Chelle’s novels are available in both print and ebook editions for every reading device, through online retailers and in select bookstores around the world.
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