Re-titling of KoboBooks.com Discount Codes thread

[Lynx-lynx]

Originally Posted by Dr. Drib

I would go with this:

Kobo Codes + Discussion


The logic is that there is discussion about the codes and about the deals. Anything outside that window would not be allowed (which, as a moderator, I try to monitor anyway).

Definitely!!

For clarification purposes - does Discussion include (but not be limited to) all the 'tricky' examples I gave in the first post?

[jessc]

Originally Posted by library addict

I've learned a lot from the "off topic" chatter. And as others have said, it's usually limited to on-between contest times.

Plus it's not that hard to just scroll through the new posts if one is only looking for codes.

Actually, I agree with pretty much everything everyone in favor has said. I think it's a great idea. I don't post much, but I lurk pretty regularly and share codes when I get any worth sharing.

[meeera]

I vote yes so long as there are some parameters on the related discussion, and so long as there is a kind person collecting the non-contest codes in the first post. Alternatively I'd be very happy with a spinoff "Code-Related Discussions" post with a link at the top of the first post. (In fact I think I'd be a little more satisfied with that, but I don't feel strongly either way.)

[Billingsgate]

I voted no. Whereas the nuances of using the Kobo store might be considered somewhat related, the lengthiest so-called "pertinent discussions" tend to be people chirping about their favorite book series, which is so beyond irrelevant it makes my eyes hurt.

Secondly, the assertion that you can "always find the latest codes on the first page" is not exactly true. That page is only updated periodically (at times it hadn't been updated for months at a time), and certainly never during contests when hundreds of use-once-only coupons are posted (except the weird latest contest). It's challenging enough weeding through the "I used code RUYHW12345 posted 11 pages ago in the middle of a list of 3216 codes" kinds of posts, without having to also traipse through forests of "Oh, you like xxx author's series Yadayada? Try author YYY's Blablabla series, though I only read up to book 3, then skipped to book 7, though I never cared for ZZZ's GlubGlub series."

Let's keep the thread to code sharing only, please. You want to share your enthusiasm about popular authors? Try Goodreads, where you'll find much more in-depth discussions.

I know, you think I'm a sourpuss. No, I'm not. Just trying to keep some focus.

[Tarana]

I said no just because I don't see any reason to change the name. Only a couple of people have complained. I've learned SO MUCH from the discussions and someone is always helpful getting me to the 'list.'

[Lynx-lynx]

Originally Posted by Billingsgate

..... Secondly, the assertion that you can "always find the latest codes on the first page" is not exactly true. That page is only updated periodically (at times it hadn't been updated for months at a time), and certainly never during contests when hundreds of use-once-only coupons are posted (except the weird latest contest).

Paul Durrant updates the first post with new non-Contest codes quite promptly as and when required (and has been doing so for some time now).

Thank you Paul.

[FizzyWater]

I voted "indifferent" (which became "the blue one next to the fish"). I know that some people have complained about the chatter on the Kobo thread and the romance thread, even though the romance thread already does have the "+ Discussion" label.

I think the discussion is friendly and the over-all friendliness (with a few notable exceptions) of this site is why I come here every day.

But I can understand why some folks just want to do a drive-by and look for codes or freebies and leave.

So I'll abide by whatever decision is made.

[Chapter One]

I voted YES as I find the majority of posts very informative and helpful. I have learned a lot from them. I also think they make the topic that much friendlier and welcoming.
Th posts about book series are relevant as people are discussing which codes work on those books. Since you almost need a university degree to keep track of which books and publishers are coupon eligible in which countries, its a nice heads up when someone comments on this.
Posts about the nuances of the Kobo website are also relevant to me. I only buy from Kobo when there are codes so if I didnt learn how it all works from the code topic, I wouldnt know at all and the vast majority of these store-related posts are connected to the use of codes.
It really does seem that there is only a very few people who are not happy with the topic as it is. Some people are unhappy people no matter what.

[bartveld]

This thread has been around a while and most of the time it has been on-topic. I think info about multi-tabbing or moving country are quite relevant. Epub-kepub discussion is doubtful, but hey... this is the internet: a tinge of anarchy should be there.
Besides, if the title were strictly adhered to it would be almost dead in between contests.

[melmac]

Originally Posted by Chapter One

The posts about book series are relevant as people are discussing which codes work on those books. Since you almost need a university degree to keep track of which books and publishers are coupon eligible in which countries, its a nice heads up when someone comments on this.
Posts about the nuances of the Kobo website are also relevant to me. I only buy from Kobo when there are codes so if I didnt learn how it all works from the code topic, I wouldnt know at all and the vast majority of these store-related posts are connected to the use of codes.
It really does seem that there is only a very few people who are not happy with the topic as it is. Some people are unhappy people no matter what.

This

If people want to driveby for codes without participating in the community then let them go to one of those cold generic discount collection websites like retailmeknot or whatever. and that is due to the neighbourly help and chat we share.
Darn I just let my inner grump out sorry bout that but it gets me when people don't appreciate those that give and share we have a few very strong contributors to that thread and without them it would be a lesser place.

[mitford13]

I voted yes.
I've only been participating in the Kobo discussions for a relatively short while, so I just want to say that I truly appreciate all the background/extra info & help the community provides.

And the extra chatter helps things move along while we're all waiting for THE NEXT DAMN CONTEST already...

[KyBunnies]

YES! without Mobilereads and the community offering advice and help I would be lost!

[Kiya]

Originally Posted by Chapter One

I voted YES as I find the majority of posts very informative and helpful. I have learned a lot from them. I also think they make the topic that much friendlier and welcoming.
Th posts about book series are relevant as people are discussing which codes work on those books. Since you almost need a university degree to keep track of which books and publishers are coupon eligible in which countries, its a nice heads up when someone comments on this.
Posts about the nuances of the Kobo website are also relevant to me. I only buy from Kobo when there are codes so if I didnt learn how it all works from the code topic, I wouldnt know at all and the vast majority of these store-related posts are connected to the use of codes.
It really does seem that there is only a very few people who are not happy with the topic as it is. Some people are unhappy people no matter what.

I voted yes. I learned a lot from all this off topic chit-chat.

[paola]

I don't have strong feelings about it - the thread looks fine to me as it is, and I wonder whether adding "pertinent discussion" to the title will call for more discussion about what constitutes "pertinent" and what does not

On these basis, I took the third way!

[MobileJanie]

I voted yes.

My feelings on "off topic" chat vary. If I find the chat useful I think it's a good idea, If I don't find it useful it annoys me. Selfish me. AND, when there's a contest going, well, never mind the chat, where's the codes?

However, I do enjoy the friendly atmosphere which leads to the chit chat.

If the title is changed to encompass the chat, people who (quite rightly) think the current title doesn't leave room for anything except the codes won't have grounds for complaint.