I come in peace!
The word on the street is it’s not cool for authors to go sending messages to readers on Goodreads and/or Amazon or other online stores. A lot of times, after reading a flattering and/or interesting review, I’ve wanted to reach out but have held back. I’ve wanted to thank readers for reading the book, giving me a chance, picking up the next book, telling their friends, or thank them for whatever it was they wrote in their reviews. However, the last thing I want to do is annoy someone or freak them out by showing up unannounced in their inbox.
But if you’ve come here to see what I have to say, I’m taking the gloves off: thank you all! You rock!
–John
John L. Monk 
I like it when an author thanks me for taking time to review their book. It shows they are watching over their baby and makes me feel good from a quick thanks and info about new work coming.
Well I’m totally watching Mike, and I saw both of your reviews the days they posted. Thank you so much man!
Bravo!
I think its a great way to build a fan base. Keep writing great books and I’ll keep giving them great reviews. Can’t wait for #3!
Thanks for the reviews — I can’t wait for book 3 either 🙂