04-07-2016, 11:25 AM | #1 |
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77% off coupon for Best Indie Book Award Winnner
Winner of Best Indie book award. 77% off coupon ZS75B for price of $1.49 use at https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/385889
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04-07-2016, 11:27 AM | #2 |
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Ok I must ask, who does this award and how much was the entry fee?
I have a total confusion on your book. What is the title? What is the genre? And why if it is such a great book is it only on Smashwords? I have been following the indie authors for a while. I have never heard of that particular award. Last edited by Cinisajoy; 04-07-2016 at 11:31 AM. |
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It appears that authors must PAY MONEY - $50 - to enter this contest for each title they submit.
Submit 10 ebooks and the cost is $500. Submit 100 ebooks and the cost is $5,000. DISCLAIMER: I have no interest in any capacity, in any way whatsoever, in any known or unknown universe - whether it be in a another dimension or one yet to be created by me or by someone else - with this this service company. Last edited by Dr. Drib; 04-07-2016 at 06:17 PM. |
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Or in other words, give us money and we will give you an award. |
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I wish to make it clear, however, that I pulled those figures (10 and 100) out of thin air to show what this company can potentially make. |
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And the bad part is: they will make the money because there are authors that believe any award will lead to sales. Maybe I am just too jaded anymore. |
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04-08-2016, 09:47 AM | #8 |
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The award can be seen at http://bestindiebookaward.com/. It does cost $50, and like was said, a person can enter as many books as desired. There are only 9 categories, so only nine winners. I only entered one book, which has also won lots of other awards, so if it wins against those who put in a lot, that is great. [Promotional text deleted - MODERATOR]
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Anytime a website has award in the name it is usually a scam. I also noticed the only promotional sites they use are little bitty ones. I looked at last year's winners. No big indie names there. Not even any mid listers. Oh wait, I think I remember Julie talking about this award. Can I recommend you check out Bardsandsages.com? She usually knows about all the indie awards. |
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The category for this title from our new member (for those who would like to investigate further), is in the "Mainstream Category."
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