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When I started my self-publishing journey about 15 months ago, I was soon offered a "paid" book review via social media. It was quite low-cost, and I had seen reviews by the same reviewer on other sites. So I tried it out. The review appeared on social media, but not on Amazon. Despite the cost, including the e-book price on Amazon.
The reviewer never bought the e-book from Amazon. They submitted the review to Amazon after I asked for evidence, which was provided. But Amazon did not publish it. They detected that it was a "professional" book review without a verifiable purchase.
The reviews published on social media were short-lived, and they generated no recognised sales.
This experience, and the cost of Amazon Ads, led me to found The Book Hook Online website, where I promote my own work and the work of other indie authors for free.
As the site has grown, I have experienced more and more suspicious promotion offers, including a book club invitation where I was asked to pay for "costs", and an offer to write a book from someone posing as American author Ann Patchett. I didn't spot the spelling mistake in the surname at first, as the name used was "Ann Pachett". I had that account taken down.
As indie authors, watch for these direct contacts, as they are likely scams designed to lure you into a paid promotion.
You can read more details of the various attempts that I have experienced here:
https://thebookhook.online/when-a-book-club-invitation-isnt-what-it-seems/ .

As a woman diagnosed with PCOS, I've been facing challenges with conceiving. My dream of becoming a mother inspired me to publish my first book, To My Little Orchid: Letters to the Daughter I Dream Of, under my pen name, Oria Celeste. 💜
This book holds my hopes, dreams and love for the baby I hope to meet someday.
I'm also thinking of creating a PCOS-friendly book to share my personal journey, experiences, lifestyle tips and encouragement for other women living with PCOS.
💌 Would you be interested in a PCOS-friendly book?
I'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions! Let's support and inspire one another.
#PCOSAwareness #PCOSJourney #TTCJourney #OriaCeleste #ToMyLittleOrchid

A Little Dream, A Book Full of Love 💜
I'm excited to share my first book, To My Little Orchid: Letters to the Daughter I Dream Of, written under my pen name, Oria Celeste.
This book is a collection of heartfelt letters to my future daughter, filled with love, hope, dreams and life lessons I wish to share with her someday.
Every chapter carries a message about self-worth, courage, personal growth and the beauty of becoming who you truly are.
Whether you're a mother, a daughter, or someone who believes in the power of love, I hope these letters bring warmth and inspiration to your heart.
Thank you for being part of the beginning of my writing journey. 🌸
With love,
Oria Celeste
#ToMyLittleOrchid #OriaCeleste #MyFirstBook #LettersToMyDaughter #NewAuthor