(Complete tutorial included with printed page.)

Blog and Newsfeed Tutorial

1. Go to our Blog: http://LTMReadingGroup.com/blog/

2. Select “Current Discussion” at the top of any page, to participate in the most current book we have selected, or...

...select a book from the “Past Book Selections” in the right margin, then click-on the selection to open it in the main window.

3. Read through the questions, select one you wish to comment on, then click the Comment link. The example (left) shows “1 Comment” it can also say: “No Comments” meaning no one has submitted a comment yet, but please feel free to do so. You may comment on as many questions as you wish, but only only at a time.

4. Under “Leave a Reply” enter a screen name (is does not have to be your real name) and your email address. The email address will not be published.

The “Website” box is optional.

5. After typing your comment in the box, click the “Submit Comment” button. This action notifies us that a comment has been submitted for review and approval (Moderation).

In our Blog, your comment will not appear until it has been reviewed and approved.

6. Once Moderated, your comment appears under the question, in chronological order with any other related comments. Note that only your screen name and the date and time you submitted your comment appears.

Repeat the process for any other question, or other’s comment that you wish to comment on.

Using Newsfeeds

This symbol indicates that the Web page you are viewing has an RSS feed. An RSS-aware browser is required. Current versions of numerous Web browsers auto-detect the presence of links to RSS feeds when a Web page loads.

Firefox - The icon appears on the far-right of the URL box.

Internet Explorer 7 - The icon, located to the right of the Homepage icon, appears to light-up. A sound my also be generated.

Depending on the Browser, clicking the icon opens either a dialogue to “Add a Bookmark” or “Subscribe to this Feed.” Select whichever is appropriate. As versions change, things tend to get moved-around, so please check your Browser’s documentation.

Firefox - Feeds appear on a line of their own, each preceded with the RSS icon. To see if the feed has been updated (with an open Internet connection) click the bookmark.

Internet Explorer 7 - Click the Gold Star. RSS feeds are located between "Favorites" and "History." To see if the feed has been updated (with an open Internet connection) click the bookmark.

Other Options - Depending on the Browser, you may have other options to view and sort your saved RSS feeds.  RSS feeds also function like standard bookmarks. Clicking on them will cause the page to open in the Browser window.

Please check your Browser's documentation, or simply experiment. You can always delete, then re-save a feed if something gets too messed-up. Any changes you make here have no effect whatsoever on the feed itself.

(Complete guidelines included with printed page.)

The Basic Steps

1. Visit the Blog
2. Pick a Book from:
   • Current Selection
   • Past Selections Archive
3. Note the questions of Interest
4. Read the Book
5. Return to the Blog
6. Login or Register
7. Submit Your Comments

You may also comment on other’s comments. This often leads to lively discussion!

(Complete guidelines included with printed page.)

Personal Information About You

Your online identity to other Bloggers is limited to a screen name of your choice. Your email address is required to submit comments, but is not published.

Content of Book Selections

Selected books are written for adults and may contain mature or violent content. Because registrants are not screened by age it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian (where applicable) to determine if the book selections are appropriate for the reader.

(Complete guidelines included with printed page.)

Rules

Like the original LTM Reading Group, the Blog is intended for participants to have fun, share thoughts about the selection and reduce stress. Debating, arguing fine points, or profanity of any kind, will not be posted. Submitting content of this nature is grounds for having your membership in this Blog either suspended or revoked.