I like the idea, and the execution, but not sure what it has to do with my local bookstores. Perhaps the next evolution of bookstores (particularly since this is linking to Amazon)?
One suggestion: for topics that have one or more "sides" to them or that are controversial, considering cross-linking to a list that captures the other side, or skepticism, or critique, or more reading. For example, "Snipers In The Vietnam War" might link to "The Vietnam War Era." Emphatically not talking about politics here.
Yep, this is a starting point and I am working toward the goal of building an experience that is like wandering through a bookstore :). I will never replace local bookstores and my hope is to help them get more business. I've been talking with authors about ideas there too and as this project gets further along I am hoping to extend the recommendations I am collecting for them to use in their stores along with the materials. Plus I am hoping to figure out ways to get them foot traffic.
Great idea!
How would you identify the other side / challenges to that book list?
This is something I am thinking about a lot as I want to combat social media who serves up the same worldview to people without challenging it. Here is a preview screenshot of the related book list feature I plan to add to every list next month too:
https://forauthors.shepherd.com/related-book-lists
Please let me know what you think and if you want to take this to email I am at ben@shepherd.com.
I like the idea, and the execution, but not sure what it has to do with my local bookstores. Perhaps the next evolution of bookstores (particularly since this is linking to Amazon)?
One suggestion: for topics that have one or more "sides" to them or that are controversial, considering cross-linking to a list that captures the other side, or skepticism, or critique, or more reading. For example, "Snipers In The Vietnam War" might link to "The Vietnam War Era." Emphatically not talking about politics here.