The Commune

[Birol]

I'm game. Not only that, I'd really appreciate it: The Commune (http://www.loribasiewicz.blogspot.com).

[SherryTex]

I like the feel of your blog Birol, it has a just discovered book shop with a small coffee spot in the back sort of feel, like an old book that you love reading and lost but found again. Was a bit bummed with the Book Reviews, thought you'ld have a few under it, though the gift list was great.

Perhaps you could craft a list of books to get aspiring writers....

[ello]

I liked your gift list best. I agree with Sherry that it has a warm and cozy bookstore feel for it and you have a nice tone to your posts.

[Birol]

Thank you. I appreciate the feedback and outside perspective.

Book reviews are published on the first Monday of each month. Next up is Christine Kringle by Lynn Brittney. I like the idea of books for aspiring writers. I'll see what I can come up with.

[rejectME]

I think you have a some really good things going on here. First, I was completely drawn in by the mountain scenery on the top of your main page - so beautiful. I didn't get the cozy bookstore feel, but you may have changed your layout since those were posted. I do love cozy bookstores, but will take the mountains any day. I like that you have a mix of news and blog postings, and you post frequently, which should help retain readers. I think I would like some background color on the main page to offset the adsense in the sidebar, but it's personal preference. Finally, I very much like your profile, it's like a plot in its' own right. Nice job, Lori!
Best, Jerry