Rules of the Book Blogs Ning
The administrators of the Book Blogs Ning have drafted up some rules for this group that we feel are for the protection of all our members. I would encourage you to read what we have written up and in a constructive way let us know if there is something to be added.
I apologize for not getting this up sooner.
Thank you.
Rules for All the Citizens of Book Blogs Ning:
1.) Please make every attempt to be kind and courteous in your interactions with folks. No one likes to be put down. For the best interest of those around you as well as yourself, refrain from slamming someone else in order to make your point.
If you feel someone is treating you poorly please contact an administrator, as this behavior will not be tolerated.
2.) The Book Blog Ning has appropriate places to post about giveaways, reviews, or updates to your blog. Be sure you find the designated groups for that-- as posting whatever you want indiscriminately is not acceptable and will be viewed as spam. Do Not post about giveaways or reviews in the Events section, in book groups not devoted to giveaways.
Here are some links you may be interested:
*Giveaways: forum and Giveaway Group
Stick with the subject matter of the group in which you are posting, if there isn't a group for your taste, you can create one. Also, don't hesitate to contact group admins about spam, they are responsible for their individual groups. If they do not respond, contact one of the three administrators listed below.
If you do not heed this, and spam other members with unsolicited publicity, your account will be viewed as a spam account and it will be terminated.
3.) Please avoid posting indiscriminately on the walls of other members. We suggest only posting on the walls of people who have accepted you as a "friend."
4.) Do not post anything that would violate any state or federal law.
The Rules of Chatting:
1.) Please refrain from indiscriminately posting links to your blog, or website. This will be seen as spam and your account will be deleted.
2.) Remain kind and courteous at all times when chatting. Do not post anything inappropriate.
Rules for Authors, Publishers, Publicists
1.) Please do not promote your books in a group started by another publisher/author/publicist.
We would love it if you started your own group, if you have books to offer bloggers on a regular basis. You can also promote your books here: Promote Your Books! Group
Rules for Group Moderators of the Ning:
1.) If you choose to start a group, you are in charge of keeping it clean from spammers. This means checking your group, (comments, posts....everything) and contacting that member if you feel there is a problem. If you are not able to handle the situation with tact-- contact an administrator. However rudeness on your part will not be tolerated.
2.) You are the moderator in case of heavy discussions or arguments. Try to water down the heat, help people come to understand each other. If you are not able to do this, when you see an issue, promptly contact an administrator.
3.) All in all, You are responsible for the general feel of your group. If a group consistently breeds rudeness and you do not try to monitor your group, that group will be deleted. It is very important that as a moderator and creator of the group that you protect the integrity of the group, as best you can. If you feel your group is getting out of control, contact an administrator so that they can bring the ethics of the Book Blogs Ning to the attention of your group members before it gets out of control. You may wish to ask another member to help monitor the group activity as well.
If you are not up to checking in on your group, don't start one-- let someone else who has more time to police do it.
Also, if you feel another group is in need of moderation, let the creator of THAT group worry about it. Only site admins or group admins should contact members about their postings.
We all want the Book Blogs Ning to be a welcoming place, a place where questions are asked and answered and we can all chat about our latest read. Your respect of your fellow member will ensure that our group will continue to be a place where we all just want to spend time.
On that same note, if you choose to disregard these values, or call the integrity of the Ning into question by your behavior or treatment of others, you will be notified once and then your account will be terminated.
Do not hesitate in asking if you have any questions.
In the case that you need to contact the Book Blogs Ning leaders, here are our pages:
Tricia
Corinne
Bethany
I apologize for not getting this up sooner.
Thank you.
Rules for All the Citizens of Book Blogs Ning:
1.) Please make every attempt to be kind and courteous in your interactions with folks. No one likes to be put down. For the best interest of those around you as well as yourself, refrain from slamming someone else in order to make your point.
If you feel someone is treating you poorly please contact an administrator, as this behavior will not be tolerated.
2.) The Book Blog Ning has appropriate places to post about giveaways, reviews, or updates to your blog. Be sure you find the designated groups for that-- as posting whatever you want indiscriminately is not acceptable and will be viewed as spam. Do Not post about giveaways or reviews in the Events section, in book groups not devoted to giveaways.
Here are some links you may be interested:
*Giveaways: forum and Giveaway Group
Stick with the subject matter of the group in which you are posting, if there isn't a group for your taste, you can create one. Also, don't hesitate to contact group admins about spam, they are responsible for their individual groups. If they do not respond, contact one of the three administrators listed below.
If you do not heed this, and spam other members with unsolicited publicity, your account will be viewed as a spam account and it will be terminated.
3.) Please avoid posting indiscriminately on the walls of other members. We suggest only posting on the walls of people who have accepted you as a "friend."
4.) Do not post anything that would violate any state or federal law.
The Rules of Chatting:
1.) Please refrain from indiscriminately posting links to your blog, or website. This will be seen as spam and your account will be deleted.
2.) Remain kind and courteous at all times when chatting. Do not post anything inappropriate.
Rules for Authors, Publishers, Publicists
1.) Please do not promote your books in a group started by another publisher/author/publicist.
We would love it if you started your own group, if you have books to offer bloggers on a regular basis. You can also promote your books here: Promote Your Books! Group
Rules for Group Moderators of the Ning:
1.) If you choose to start a group, you are in charge of keeping it clean from spammers. This means checking your group, (comments, posts....everything) and contacting that member if you feel there is a problem. If you are not able to handle the situation with tact-- contact an administrator. However rudeness on your part will not be tolerated.
2.) You are the moderator in case of heavy discussions or arguments. Try to water down the heat, help people come to understand each other. If you are not able to do this, when you see an issue, promptly contact an administrator.
3.) All in all, You are responsible for the general feel of your group. If a group consistently breeds rudeness and you do not try to monitor your group, that group will be deleted. It is very important that as a moderator and creator of the group that you protect the integrity of the group, as best you can. If you feel your group is getting out of control, contact an administrator so that they can bring the ethics of the Book Blogs Ning to the attention of your group members before it gets out of control. You may wish to ask another member to help monitor the group activity as well.
If you are not up to checking in on your group, don't start one-- let someone else who has more time to police do it.
Also, if you feel another group is in need of moderation, let the creator of THAT group worry about it. Only site admins or group admins should contact members about their postings.
We all want the Book Blogs Ning to be a welcoming place, a place where questions are asked and answered and we can all chat about our latest read. Your respect of your fellow member will ensure that our group will continue to be a place where we all just want to spend time.
On that same note, if you choose to disregard these values, or call the integrity of the Ning into question by your behavior or treatment of others, you will be notified once and then your account will be terminated.
Do not hesitate in asking if you have any questions.
In the case that you need to contact the Book Blogs Ning leaders, here are our pages:
Tricia
Corinne
Bethany
Tags: Blogs, Book, Ning, Rules, regulations, requirements
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BloggerPermalink Reply by Angela Watkins on -
I read and agree.
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Permalink Reply by Laura Fabiani on -
I'm fairly new here at Book Blogs, and I am quickly learning all the dos and don'ts, but I must say that I have had no bad experiences so far. Everyone has been kind and courteous, and I really enjoy this networking site. Kudos to the administrators and all who make it such a great place to network!
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Permalink Reply by Ann Kingman on -
What do you think is the best way to handle someone who spams an entire group via email? I have now turned off emails sent to all group members, but it feels like there should be something more. I will notify the group moderator, who I assume can ban the offender, but is there anything else? Is it worthwhile to engage the offender and point them to these rules?
What do you all think?
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Permalink Reply by Maw Books on -
The moderator can disable the option for people to email an entire group. The first time that happened in my group, I took that option away. As moderator, I'm the only one who can email entire group. I would contact the moderator and suggest they turn that ability off.
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Permalink Reply by Barbara Mazzuca on -
I see we all got slammed this morning.
Ann I am thinking of doing the same thing, because I have been bombarded by spamming and all I wanted to do was get to know people talk some shop get some tips and maybe make some new friends along the way. I don't want to because that is a good way to carry personal business between honest transactions between folks,
Please let me know if you hear of any good suggestions.
Good Luck
Barb
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Permalink Reply by Jackie A Paulson on -
I have read and understand the rules thanks so much.
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Permalink Reply by Harvee Lau on -
It seems people are reluctant to use the chat box. Maybe they just chat privately.
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Permalink Reply by Julie Zeronda on -
Ohh thank you for the rules! I'm the group moderator of the Dedicated Book Reviewers group, and it grew so big which is awesome!!!!! I just haven't had time to moderate people's comments or figure out if people are spammers or just trying to find new followers and blogger friends. I'll try to be better about it, I promise!!
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Permalink Reply by 5peasinapod on -
Everything sounds great to me, but I have one question...If I belong to the Fantasy Group and review a book that fits that category is it okay to note that and link it in the comments section or start a discussion asking for reviews. I like to read reviews that fit my interests and thought this was okay as I saw other people doing it. eeek! I'll stop if this is not okay. :(
Happy Reading!
Heather
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BloggerPermalink Reply by drey on -
Personally, I'm ok with you linking to your review in the group's wall if it fits the category. However, please make note of the group itself--if it's Pocket Books' fantasy group page, then please refrain from linking to a review of a non-Pocket book.
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Permalink Reply by Red Headed Book Child on -
Hi there,
Sometimes I send a message to the whole group on a certain review instead of just posting it to the wall. Is that considered spamming?
Thanks,
Michelle
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