Should we do Giveaways?

I think it's a great idea! I wonder if it might be best to do as the one author suggested and have us forward it to the winner(s). I only say that because you could get the copies in advance and have some security that way. I don't know why an author wouldn't give up their books to the winners, but since it would be through Book Angel, I feel like making sure the goods will be delivered in a timely fashion is a good security blanket. I'm a paranoid person though.

 

I like the idea of doing giveaways, but I agree with @Jackie - when I was selling through eBay the number of times someone would ask me to auction something for them and I knew they would then fail to send it out...they never liked being told that unless I had the item in my possession and ready to send, there would be no auction. It's a good policy not to do any giveaways unless the books are in hand.

 

I'll just follow the others. I think giveaways are a great idea, but only if you have the goods. That way, you know the author is in good faith and the people entering are going to get their prize.

 

I agree with all of the above. I think giveaways are a really fun idea, and they're great for all parties involved! I wouldn't think that authors would have issues with sending you the goods first since you're basically giving them free publicity.

 

I certainly think it is worth trying a giveaway and seeing how it goes. Passing them out to members of the boards also gives a great reason for people to sign up, as well the great repartee from the current members.