Reviews of today’s New Media

Let’s face it, the way we communicate has changed considerably.  30 years ago, there were no personal computers.  20 years ago, there was no internet.  10 years ago, there were no blogs.  All of these things have forever changed how we communicate with one another.  Books no longer have to be published by monolithic companies, they can be published by individuals with a computer and an idea.  Words no longer have to lay flat, they can expand, shimmer, and dance.  It’s more likely that you’re reading this on an iphone while waiting for a bus than on a printed page.  This is the New Media. 

The problem with the New Media is that reviews haven’t kept up.  It’s difficult to get an objective opinion of your new way of communicating.  I ran into this with my book “Briefs for the Reading Room” which is a flash fiction collection.  No one quite knows what to do with it, they just know they like it.  So, to give back to the New Media pioneers that have helped me over the years, and mentor those just emerging, I have started the New Media Review.  Check back often for reviews of POD books, Audio books, Blogs, and whatever else catches my eye.   Feel free to add your New Media creation to our ‘Over here!’ page.