So last week I said I was going to start giving away signed books when I reached 307 Twitter followers. I've seen tactics like that used a billion times and thought, I should do that too. I did gain some followers, but the more I thought about it, the more I realized that it seemed like buying friends. That's really not something I'm comfortable with.
When awesome writer/blogger Angela Carlie asked to interview me on her blog, I was really excited and answered all of the questions as honestly as I could. She posted it yesterday morning (and if you're interested in reading more about me, you should stop by and if you're not interested in reading more about me, then you should stop by and meet Angela anyway because she's fantastic). I reread my answers and was struck by one answer pertaining to high school and dances. I didn't mope that I wasn't the most popular girl in school - in fact, I really could have cared less. So why, I asked myself, am I trying to buy friends with book giveaways?
Screw that. If you're here, it's probably because you've been here for some time. Thank you! So, I am starting my giveaways with a signed copy of Will Grayson, Will Grayson by Green & Leviathan. I'm going to tweet & Facebook this post, as I do with all of my posts, but I'm not mentioning the giveaway. This one is for those of you who've been here already. You're welcome to tweet or FB about it, if you want, but there isn't a requirement. No stipulations, no rules. Just comment below if you want to win. Entries close on October 6th noon CST.
5 Comments on To Be Perfectly Honest...., last added: 10/5/2010
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Well, I'm in! Congrats for you for figuring it out. The one thing I can't "play" with on Twitter is the followers count--that part doesn't feel real to me. I get that it can/might pay off in many marketing ways, but, honestly, I like the conversations I'm having with people I actually TALK with there. :)
Thanks for running the contest!
Hey Michelle! You're awesome whether you give stuff away or not. I'm sure all your followers think so, too.
Thanks again for allowing me to interview you!
I appreciate the honesty. I can see why you're uncomfortable with that. I'm actually a recent follower and I'm staying here with or without giveaways. :)
I found you over at Angela Carlie's blog... who I also just found today! The blogging world is an amazing one!!!
I look forward to learning more about you!!!
Sounds like a good plan. I'm in for the giveaway, but I'll keep reading (or not) based on content, not whether you give stuff away. Good for you for recognizing that.