by Bart Hopkins
BOOK DESCRIPTION
LIKE is a selfie of modern times that takes you on a journey through the lives of normal people—the new normal—fully connected in an electronic age.
You’ll meet Greg, a realtor whose success stems from his Internet savvy. His tweets are re-tweeted a hundred times and thousands follow his blog.
Then there’s Paul, who stumbles on an old crush while Facebooking. Through research of her online habits, he arranges a “chance” meeting so they can fall in Like with each other.
Martin is a cancer survivor with renewed purpose in life thanks to a supportive social media family.
It’s a tapestry of people and events woven together with this era’s most abundant thread: social media.
“With one Like I can say hi to a friend, support them during a crisis, share in a joke, make someone happy, or reinforce a person’s self esteem. I make myself part of their world. It’s like I stopped by for coffee. But, by Liking, I can also avoid talking to all the people I don’t want to waste time on. Or I can check to see what my ex girlfriend is doing seven or eight times an hour. It’s a double-edged mouse click.”
- Anonymous
You’ll meet Greg, a realtor whose success stems from his Internet savvy. His tweets are re-tweeted a hundred times and thousands follow his blog.
Then there’s Paul, who stumbles on an old crush while Facebooking. Through research of her online habits, he arranges a “chance” meeting so they can fall in Like with each other.
Martin is a cancer survivor with renewed purpose in life thanks to a supportive social media family.
It’s a tapestry of people and events woven together with this era’s most abundant thread: social media.
“With one Like I can say hi to a friend, support them during a crisis, share in a joke, make someone happy, or reinforce a person’s self esteem. I make myself part of their world. It’s like I stopped by for coffee. But, by Liking, I can also avoid talking to all the people I don’t want to waste time on. Or I can check to see what my ex girlfriend is doing seven or eight times an hour. It’s a double-edged mouse click.”
- Anonymous
AUTHOR BIO
Bart has served in the US Air Force as a meteorologist for 20 years and has degrees in Liberal Arts and Education. He likes to travel, enjoys pretending he's a photographer, and shares as much time as possible with his beautiful wife and three awesome children. They recently added a "Westie Yorkie" named Lulu to the family.
Learn more about the author on his website: http://www.barthopkins.com
Read his rants and ramblings on his blog: http://www.barthopkins.com/blog
Stalk him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barthopkinsauthor
Follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bart_dead_ends
Bart has written three novels and a book of short stories. He hopes to one day achieve global peace through his writing--one individual at a time--one book at a time--or one post at a time.
REVIEWS
5.0 out of 5 stars What's not to "Like"? :) November 10, 2014
By Maria
Format:Kindle Edition
Is it too corny if I say I really liked "Like"? :) Well, sorry, but it's true. I was already a huge fan of Hopkins' earlier work (Fluke [co-written with David Elliott], Texas Jack, etc.), and I was super excited to read "Like." Let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint! There are several story lines in the novel and they all have a common thread - social media. Let's face it - we all use social media in some form or fashion in our every day lives. And "Like" showcases that fact - whether it's rekindling an old flame, or posting selfies, or for advertising your business or raising money for a worthy cause. There's also the dark side of social media - internet romances, cyber stalking, etc. You never know who's out there lurking...
Go read it! I bet you'll "Like" it as much as I do! ;)
Go read it! I bet you'll "Like" it as much as I do! ;)
5.0 out of 5 stars I have read all of Bart's books and this one does not disappoint.. All the characters are believable and and ... November 10, 2014
By Betty Allen
Format:Kindle Edition
If you have a facebook account or not you have to read this book. I have read all of Bart's books and this one does not disappoint..All the characters are believable and and the story keeps you turning pages I will recommend this book to everyone. Loved it!!!!
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