Strict Anti-Spam Rules: Important for authors and publishers

[1MoHLuv]

So glad I read this before trying to post anything at all. Thanks so much for being so explicit in your directions. I'm sure I will have no trouble in setting up my corner desk, so to speak. I look forward to reviewing lots of books without having to worry about advertisements and promoters.

[Jacci]

Wow, so nice rules and guidelines. I'm enjoying this site, I wanna explore more.

[solfard]

Thanks for letting us in on the rules of this well engaging and educative site. I would try, much to keep to this rule, always re-asses my grasp of the rules and keep myself updated . I appreciate this kudos Scott.

[southseas]

Thanks Scott, as a newbie, your explanations are very clear.

[Steekira]

So if I'm understanding this correctly, even if someone were to privately ask me in a PM about one of my sites (even for personal non business related reasons), I can't tell them what it is without purchasing an advertising package cause it would be considered self promotion? Or do different rules apply in that case since I'm not sharing it publicly. I'm probably completely misunderstanding this, so I figured I'd ask.

[CatInTheHat]

So if I'm understanding this correctly, even if someone were to privately ask me in a PM about one of my sites (even for personal non business related reasons), I can't tell them what it is without purchasing an advertising package cause it would be considered self promotion? Or do different rules apply in that case since I'm not sharing it publicly. I'm probably completely misunderstanding this, so I figured I'd ask.

How would they even know you had a site? You can't contact people, either publicly or privately, to tell them about your sites on the OBC.

[Steekira]

True. Thanks for clarifying!

[owenje99]

I'm a new member and am glad I read the rules first.

[Gracey Pagsiat]

wow!! i happen to just scrolling around and read this rule. ive been into a lot of forums and this one here is just perfect! with this rule in mind, gotta go reading!

[franthig]

Hi, I hope I didn't commit a no-no by mentioning the title of my book in the introductions. Self promoting my book was not my intent. I was merely introducing myself as an author. My desire is to become a reviewer to earn extra money. It may be more complicated than I anticipated. Not sure how it all works. I would appreciate more information.
Blessings,
Franthig

[Gravy]

Hi, I hope I didn't commit a no-no by mentioning the title of my book in the introductions. Self promoting my book was not my intent. I was merely introducing myself as an author. My desire is to become a reviewer to earn extra money. It may be more complicated than I anticipated. Not sure how it all works. I would appreciate more information.
Blessings,
Franthig

Not much.

We just edit it out when it's a minor blip in an introduction post (most members aren't familiar with the rules at that point) so there's no harm done. No worries.


Thank you for reading the thread.

[Saranac23]

Read it and it's great to be thorough and fair. It makes sense, although I just joined today if i have questions I will follow appropriate channels just in case. Thank you and I look forward to working while being authentic and doing what I enjoy.

[HappyTigerGeek]

Read these through and am happy I did. Very thorough and well thought out, I think. Looking forward to spending some time in these forums!

[CharHeikkila]

As a newbie to the site this post is very clear and to the point.

[fag21_SATX]

As a new member, I am thrilled to be reading books and actually reviewing them. At age 71, it is the opportunity of a lifetime. The rules are clear and concise. I will do my best to follow them.