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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 12h

Some of you are not aware of Sandra Kitt, the first black author who signed a book deal with Harlequin. Her black romance book Adam and Eva came in 1984. Harlequin thought her book would failed but she proved them wrong. #books #booksky #reading #author #blackbooksky #bookclub

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 1d

I think it is interesting that two popular dragon book series get their own exclusive bookshelf or table at major bookstores but then other dragon books you have to hunt for in the bookstores. 👀📖 #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #books #bookclub #bookstagram #writing #author

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 4d

I don’t know who decided to change the original book covers of the beloved character of Junie B. Jones but I don’t like this. My favorite thing growing up as a millennial was the comical book covers with Junie B. Jones. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #author #bookstagram

Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 5d

Let’s stop shunning book readers who don’t like reading spicy romance. You can’t force your reading habits on others. I’m tired of seeing book readers doing this. Let’s just focus on our own reading habits please. #books #booksky #reading #bookclub #author #blackbooksky #bookstagram

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 7d

I enjoy reading books but every blue moon I will come across a side character I don’t like causing me sometimes to completely stop reading a book or book series. I’m very picky as a book reader. #books #booksky #reading #blackbooksky #bookclub #author

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 11d

Can special edition books have more than just a different book cover. There needs to be more chapters, an alternate ending, and character art. #books #reading #booksky #blackbooksky #bookclub #bookstagram #writing #author

Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 14d

It’s hard to say goodbye to a good book series once it ends but all good things must come to an end. Let’s respect authors’ decision to stop writing on a series because they more than likely are tired of writing about the same characters. #reading #books #booksky #blackbooksky #bookclub #writing

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 15d

We don’t live in those times anymore where you as an author can write a book publish it and then go ghost. No if you don’t have a cult following you need to be on social media to build your author platform. #books #booksky #reading #blsckbooksky #writing #author #bookclub #bookstagram

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 16d

I can’t read novellas like I used to because if the story is good I’m going to get upset because I want it to be longer. I can’t deal with that and know the author is not going to extend the storyline. I’m good on novellas. Standalones or complete book series for me. #books #booksky #blackbooksky

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 17d

Not sure why some readers are shocked to see how chaotic and unhinged the MMCs are in dark romance books. They are not meant to be golden retrievers but black cat 🐈‍⬛ #books #reading #booksky #blackbooksky #bookclub #author #writing #bookstagram

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 18d

I haven’t read any trilogies that gravitated my attention lately. The only one I can think of is. But I read this trilogy a few years ago but jt is really good

Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 18d

My max with reading about the same character is a trilogy. Anything past a trilogy if it is about one person, I’m going to decline reading. At that point I’m already annoyed 😒. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #bookclub #reading

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 19d

Like is there one graphic designer making the hockey romance book covers because I keep seeing that same book cover format where the FMC is wearing ice skates and the MMC is holding a hockey stick. #books #bookclub #reading #booksky #blackbooksky #author #writing

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 20d

So the touch and you ☠️ phrase in romance books works good only with MMC’s who have a black cat personality. I’m sorry but a golden retriever MMC wouldn’t get the same response if he is not unhinged or deranged. #books #booksky #reading #blackbooksky #bookclub

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 21d

Is it becoming more prevalent but I’m starting to notice books not having the synopsis on the back of the book anymore. What is going on, put the synopsis back where it belongs please . #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 23d

I need to know if there are any book readers volunteering to give away books because they are leaving due to the rapture. If so I will gladly receive the donations. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 26d

Instant love books really can be boring once the characters fall in love quickly. The rest of the story falls short at times like I don’t know why many authors keep dropping the ball. I need more character development and storyline please. #books #booksky #reading #blackbooksky #bookclub #author

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 27d

I don’t understand why there has to be a PSA when it comes to some book readers wanting everyone to know the books they dnf. We don’t care please stop making a big deal about the books you don’t like it. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · 29d

Using the robot app to write or publish a book is downright diabolical. When the time comes for these authors doing this to get exposed you will get no sympathy from no one. You won’t be able to come back from using the robot app as an author. #booksky #blackbooksky #books #reading

Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · Sep 15

I’m tired of authors saying they publish fall-theme books but really they only publish Halloween theme books. It’s rare when I see authors publish fall-theme books in the exact month fall starts in. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · Sep 14

So when are some book readers going to stop being lazy and find books on their own. It is not other readers jobs to find books for you. The library and search icon should be your best friend as a book reader. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub #m

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · Sep 13

Too many authors use the same graphic designer which results in their book covers all looking the same no matter the genre they write in. Your book cover is not standing out because we’ve already seen it with another author #books #booksky #reading #bookclub #author #blackbooksky

Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · Sep 13

The one thing as an avid book reader I know how to do is be petty or shady. Literally I might a say a word or phrase to someone and know for a fact it might confuse them because I know so much. Words have power never underestimate anyone. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · Sep 12

I’m tired of smut being so prominent in fantasy romance. Like where is the magic system and why are the characters not working to save or fix something. This genre has changed so much I don’t even recognize it anymore. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub #author #writing

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Ally P @allypwrites.bsky.social · Sep 12

Not sure why some authors don’t think readers can’t pick up on when they used a ghostwriter. It’s okay just don’t share the secret with anyone. As long as the book is good then I’m okay. Keep being incognito. #books #booksky #blackbooksky #reading #bookclub #author #writing

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