A reader’s thoughts First of all, let me say that, at times, I like getting newsletters from my favorite authors- but it can be over done! Most of the time I am the one who seeks out subscription on their newsletter but I am definitely not a fan of being “forced” to sign up when visiting a website. Pop ups that require you to sign up for the newsletter to allow you onto the website really annoy me – not what an author wants! I actually think this may discourage some people who are just browsing and getting to know you as an author. Getting an email for your list is not as important as winning a fan! I have found that sometimes I sign up just to get a look at the authors website and his/her books and then when the emails come pouring in, I unsubscribe, and I am sure I am not alone. The big question is Do Newsletters turn into sales? I’m not sure. I don’t think that forcing subscribers to sign up for your subscription is helpful and too many emails is soon considered spam. Where I do think it is helpful is when…