Who are LitMinds?
LitMinds are constantly on the lookout for an absorbing next read. Whether browsing a bookstore's shelves or talking about books to friends and colleagues, LitMinds enjoy reading a good book and discussing their finds with others. LitMinds read for personal growth, to satisfy their unending curiosity about the world around them, or just for fun. LitMinds are likely to organize and/or participate in social events that bring together readers, authors, and booksellers, such as Indie bookstore tours, book clubs, author meet-ups, and date-a-reader parties. LitMinds savor moments spent immersed in a good read and endeavor to find new and fun ways to share this reading thrill with others.
What is LitMinds.org?
LitMinds.org is the web-enabled forum for LitMinded folks to engage in discussion and dialogue about books, reading, and the book business. Through discussion boards, reading profiles, and editorial content, LitMinds.org enables readers to express themselves, discover each other based on interests, and converse with other readers, authors, and booksellers.
How do I post on LitMinds boards?
To post a new discussion or reply to an existing one, you will first need to be registered and logged in to the LitMinds website. From the Boards page, click on the "Start a discussion" button to create a new topic. To reply to an existing discussion, you can click on a specific discussion thread and select the "Reply" button within the thread.
How do I create a myLitMind profile page?
Creating a myLitMind profile requires that you first register with LitMinds. Click on the register button on the right side of the homepage and provide a username and password. Once you have an account, you can enter your responses to the profile prompts, upload a photograph, and start managing myReadingList. Your profile can be edited anytime you are logged on to the LitMinds website.
How do I find other LitMinds profiles?
By clicking on "Who's LitMinded," you can discover other LitMinds members. Every time you visit this page, you will find a handful of featured profiles, including celebrities and fictional characters (Harry Potter is one of our favorites but there are many others to find). You can search for a particular username or browse the many profiles provided in alphabetical order. You can also link to a LitMinds profile by clicking on the username within any discussion thread.
Does LitMinds sell books?
No, LitMinds is focused on the discussions and conversations that occur around books and reading interests. Our goals are to celebrate readership and enhance the reading experience, so we have directed our efforts towards supporting dialogue and self-expression amongst readers, authors, and independent booksellers.
I'm an author, how do I participate in the LitMinds community?
Authors are a valued part of the LitMinds community. Through "Who's LitMinded," personal profiles, and discussion boards, authors can connect with an audience of reading enthusiasts. LitMinds wants to help authors to get the word out about their books and will work with authors to use the LitMinds website, blog, and events to connect with the LitMinded community. If you are an author, we would love to hear from you about how we can serve you better. Please contact Praveen Madan at praveen@litminds.org
I'm a bookseller, how do I participate in LitMinds community?
LitMinds have a great appreciation for local, independent booksellers. The LitMinds team encourages booksellers to become active participants in our community by creating myLitMind profiles, participating in discussions, and sharing upcoming events and activities at your store. Additionally, we are eager to help in connecting local, independent bookstores with their reading audience. Share a good idea with us and we will work with you to make it happen. If you are a bookseller, we would love to hear from you about how we can serve you better. Please contact Praveen Madan at praveen@litminds.org
Why the focus on independent booksellers?
LitMinds often feel conflicted about the large players of the bookselling world, like Amazon.com and other major book chains. While LitMinds understand the conveniences of these industry "gorillas," we are saddened to see the loss of so many independent booksellers. Many LitMinds have gone so far to choose what neighborhood they live in based on the personality of the local independent bookstore and nearby cafes and businesses. By embracing local bookstores and community-based literary events and activities, LitMinds provides folks with a platform to support the independent bookseller and spread their LitMinded enthusiasm to others, locally and globally.