Tag Archives: Amazon Reviews

April 2024 Reviews & Ratings

Posted on April 26, 2024 by jdonovels

This month turned out to be a good month for Amazon and Goodreads reviews and ratings. I’ve had 3 reviews and 9 ratings this month. Thank you to everyone who took the time to read one of my books and … Continue reading →

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People Behaving Badly – Review Milestone

Posted on June 30, 2021 by jdonovels

It took several years, but my book, People Behaving Badly has finally reached a milestone of 30 reviews on Amazon. The great news is that it has maintained a 4.4 (out of 5) star rating, which is not to shabby. … Continue reading →

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Amazon: Ratings without Reviews – One Year Later

Posted on January 20, 2021 by jdonovels

Just a little over a year ago Amazon introduced a new policy whereby a buyer can leave a 1-5 Star Rating without having to identify themselves or include a written review. I believe the folks at Amazon had good intentions … Continue reading →

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Regarding Amazon Book Ratings

Posted on July 27, 2020 by jdonovels

I’m not sure if all of my readers are aware that Amazon has recently changed their policy on Book Reviews & Ratings. In the past Amazon would not allow you to leave a 1 thru 5 Star Book Rating without … Continue reading →

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Four Out of Five is Great, and Three Stars Isn’t bad.

Posted on March 13, 2019 by jdonovels

Thought I’d share a great little article by Marie Brack from the Florida Writers Association website about book review ratings on Amazon. I agree with everything in this article , but I wanted to add that even a one  or … Continue reading →

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A Hypothetical Conversation

Posted on April 9, 2018 by jdonovels

“Hey John, I just read your latest book, Tormented Heart and I really loved it.” “Thank you. I’m so glad you enjoyed it.” “As a matter of fact, it was so good that I even recommended it to a couple … Continue reading →

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News Bits

Posted on March 29, 2017 by jdonovels

1. My books sales have inch up a little higher this year, compared to this same time last year. By March of 2016 I had sold 58 books, this year I’m already up to 64 sales.  A small increase, but … Continue reading →

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