Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Why Blogger Reviews Create Clout for Authors
Alert for all authors … Have you missed the blogger boat? Are you getting your books in the hands of a bloggers? If you aren’t, it’s time to do a re-think and then a DO. Start with questions …
- What is your genre … your audience?
- Are there bloggers who write reviews on your genre?
If you are willing to do a Google search and do a search for: bloggers who blog about _________, you may come up with many opportunities to get your book into the hands of bloggers who like your genre.
I wrote new book out this winter—one that friends and clients who knew that I like to cook kept after me to create and publish. The book birth became Cooking with Judith happened and is available on Amazon.
Then a magic email arrived from blogger Rox Burkey. She had done reviews of another book of mine and said she was going to review my newest … exciting!
Reviews count. Are you reaching out to those who blog about books? I suggest you make it a goal to seek out bloggers and submit your books … it may just be the tipping point for your book … and you as an author.
Thank you Rox! Rox’s review website is HERE. https://roxburkey.com/category/book-review/


Every page is delicious — Review by Rox Burkey
Dr. Judith Briles, renowned for her public speaking abilities, support of authors through The Book Shepherd organization, and multiple self-help books is the fantastic co-author of the Harmonie Book Series, an award-winning fantasy historical fiction. Now she delivers a MUST-HAVE cookbook!
Judith hosts multiple annual events, many of which occur in her home. She provides the perfect atmosphere to complement mouth-watering meals, from delicious appetizers to heavenly desserts. Guests never go away hungry but often tuck leftovers in modest containers on their way out the door. The easy-to-follow instructions support the 50+ recipes between the covers of ‘Cooking with Judith.
Newer cooks will love the tips and tricks for simplifying cooking, while the more experienced will pick up new ideas. The Mardi Gras Salad is refreshing to the palate and eye-appealing. Who doesn’t love a perfect Mac and Cheese at every age? I’ve fixed the Chocolate Zucchini Cake on more than one occasion to rave reviews, but I believe Judith’s Kahlua Cake is even better.
Everyone will find one or more of these a delicious addition to a family picnic, holiday meal, or romantic evening at home. The aromatic, tempting smells of meal preparation will waft through the house, and even the most novice cook will get rave reviews from guests who serve these delicious dishes. Don’t wait a minute long to grab your copy. It’s also the perfect gift for graduates, weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries. Dr. Judith Briles-Author
ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Judith Briles is the award-winning and bestselling author of 48 books and calls Colorado home. When she’s not in the kitchen or the garden, she’s working with clients as The Book Shepherd, a book and publishing consulting and project management firm that works with authors at all stages of their book to create and publish a book they never regret! She’s the founder of the first Authors’ Hall of Fame, which is exclusively dedicated to ensuring the legacy of authors is connected in some way with Colorado.
Judith’s books have been translated into 17 countries, with over 1,000,000 copies sold! They have been featured in over 1,000 radio and TV shows, including repeat CNN, CNBC, and Oprah appearances. She has worked with over 1,500 authors and created 500-plus bestsellers. Print publications include Newsweek, People, Time, The Wall Street Journal, and … The National Enquirer!
Her publishing and writing titles include The Author’s Walk: Finding and Using Your Voice to Create Publishing Success, How to Avoid Book Publishing Blunders, Author YOU: Creating and Building Your Author and Book Platforms, How to Create Snappy Sassy Salty Success for Authors and Publishers, How to Create Crowdfunding Success for Authors & Writers, and How to Create a Million Dollar Speech. When God Says NO—Revealing the YES When Adversity and Loss Are Present is her memoir that reveals her multiple challenges to climb back when knocked down. To date, her books have earned more than 57 book awards. Judith’s historical fiction books are The Secret Journey and The Secret Hamlet. Book 3, The Secret Rise, will be published in spring 2025 and Book 4, The Secret Awakening
in 2026.
Revealing the YES When Adversity and Loss Are Present is a #1 bestseller on Amazon and her historical fiction debut The Secret Journey and The Secret Hamlet. The Secret Rise, book 3 and her first cookbook, Cooking with Judith will be published in 2025. Collectively, her books have earned over 50 book awards. Judith speaks throughout the year at publishing conferences.
Stay tuned for her next series, the Silver Magnolias. It celebrates the friendships and adventures of four women, starting with a weekend afternoon, a puzzle, and their favorite foods. Join Judith’s Circle for readers of her books for the latest book news: www.JudithBrilesBooks.com. Her publishing consulting is at www.TheBookShepherd.com.
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