Friday, September 5, 2025

Book Blogger Hop: The Great Debate – New Authors or Familiar Faces?

Welcome to the Book Blogger Hop!

This Week's Prompt:

Do you seek out new authors to read, or do you tend to stick with the same ones?
╍Submitted by Elizabeth, Silver's Review

My Answer:

Most readers have a tendency to stick with familiar authors, a comfort zone that feels like slipping into your favorite pair of worn-out shoes. I’m guilty of that too, yet there’s a thrill in stepping outside those boundaries. If a captivating cover catches my eye or a blurb wows me with its promise, I’m often tempted to explore the works of unknown authors. I can't say I've intentionally set out on a quest to discover new voices, but sometimes, a stunning cover pulls me in like a siren’s song, and occasionally, the author’s name can be a delightful bonus—or irrelevant altogether. 〜B.J. Burgess


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