Allen Kohen has been reading since he was four and books have always been a significant part of his life.
BMH: How important is a book cover to you?
AK: Not that much, although now and then I’m drawn to look further when the cover catches my eye.
BMH: What attracts your eye to a book?
AK: Different things at different times: the color/design often.
BMH: How important is the title?
AK: Not vital, but some titles really do resonate.
BMH: How do you choose a book?
AK: Different things at different times. Often a friend’s recommendation.
BMH: How long does an author have to hook you?
AK: Usually it only takes a few pages.
BMH: What is your favorite form of book…print, ebook, paperback, hardback?
AK: I use/have all three.
BMH: How often do you listen to audio books?
AK: When I was commuting, I did a lot. Not so much these days.
BMH: How willing are you to take a chance on an author new to you?
AK: Quite a bit – especially if a friend has suggested it. Also a good review.
BMH: How important is the back cover blurb?
AK: Not that important. I do look at them.
BMH: How important are reviews to you?
AK: A good review, as in both positive and well written, can make all the difference.
BMH: Where do you shop to buy books?
AK: Mostly Amazon as I do Kindle a lot of my books, but also local stores.
BMH: What will make you stop reading?
AK: A superior attitude on the part of the author.
BMH: If an author loses you for poor editing, plotting etc, how can they get you back? Or can they?
AK: Mostly they don’t.
BMH: What do you want from a book?
AK: To be engaged, informed.
BMH: Have you visited an author’s website?
AK: Not that many.
BMH: Have you visited an author’s blog or Facebook page?
AK: No.
BMH: Do you attend author’s events…book signings, etc.?
AK: Yes, but it has been rare this last year.
