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Sara Connor was the prepper.

Speaking of contests, did you see this week's Reedsy winner, JR?

(I'm going to message you in private, too.)

I just uploaded a new cover for "Revels," so it's working fine for me. But that's a short story.

Yikes, that's harsh!

I found myself being super polite to AI, thinking that I didn't want it pissed off at me. Then I heard a story about a guy who insulted AI and it responded with: "I know where you live," (!!).

Anyway, those are good tips on spotting AI reviews. Anyone who does that should be outed publicly so they don't get any reviews. (Or at least warned that their actions have consequences.)

I've sold quite a few paperbacks on Amazon, but I also admit the eBooks are a bigger seller. The paperback is offered by Amazon as a feature alongside the eBook button. When a potential buyer looks up your book, Amazon will present the eBook first, with another button right next to it stating it can be bought as a paperback. They use what's called "POD - or, Print on Demand." This means they store it in electronic form at their printing plant(s) and when it gets ordered, they run off that copy and ship it. What I like about it is that you can get "author's proof copies" simply for the price of printing, which is significantly less than the retail price. If you do this, you can take them to book-gatherings wherever they may be and sell them at whatever price you wish. I've done that many times and generated a bit of pocket money.

There is a minimum amount Amazon takes as their fee, but it is you who sets the selling price to maximize your royalties to whatever you think the trade will bear.

Bill

When AI starts telling all supporters of Trump how and why they should get rid of Trump in no uncertain terms any time he is mentioned, I might start believing it has merit in any type of communication. Take care. Vern