How Do You Choose A Book?

For publishers and authors this is the million dollar question: What makes a reader select a book? Logically, the person best able to answer would be the reader. I decided to start with myself. So, what makes me choose a book to read?

I've discovered my method of selection is basically the same whether I'm online, in a bookstore, or on Amazon. I receive newsletters from several epublishers regarding new releases. With the click of a button I can see cover, author name, and blurb, even read an excerpt. If the cover art catches my attention, I'll read the blurb on the back. If I like the blurb and the subject matter, I'll read the excerpt. If I like that, I purchase. My Amazon purchase method is a little different. In that case I already know what I want and simply search and buy (or place on the wish list for someone to buy for me). I generally won't buy fiction in a brick-and-mortar store. Those are the places where I browse for research books.

So...what about you? How do you choose a book? Comment here today and be eligible to receive a free download of my paranormal erotica, INTO THE LAIR. I'll select the winner at the end of the day. :)

I'm looking forward to your responses!

Caitlyn Willows
www.caitlynwillows.com