Amazon Links

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   Stephen Tomkinsonposted 3 years ago

   In a recent article, I used a quote from an author. Linking the quote to his book on Amazon seemed an obvious thing to do. However, when HubPages published the article, the link had been "snipped". Any ideas why?

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      Kenna McHughposted 3 years agoin reply to this

      You can rewrite around this link and comply with HubPages' standard for using Amazon links.

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   AliciaCposted 3 years ago

   Hi, Stephen. HubPages has specific requirements for the inclusion of an Amazon product in an article. The article must be about the item that we are advertising in the Amazon capsule or link or the item must be essential for a project that we've described.

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   psycheskinnerposted 3 years ago

   I suspect it is because Hubpages have limited product links to hubs where people review the product based on first-hand experiences.  This is not to say there was anything wrong with your intent, but a lot of other hubbers used to create hubs just to promote their products, so they implemented a general policy against allowing it.

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      Stephen Tomkinsonposted 3 years agoin reply to this

      Yes, I see. But I was not the author of the book (pity), but it was the basis for my piece.

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   Stephen Tomkinsonposted 3 years ago

   Thanks, Kenna. It's a good idea but might unbalance the article. I'll have a look.

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   theraggededgeposted 3 years ago

   What you've described usually works for me.
   
   I generally include a little more, such as:
   
   "Peter Wotsit tells us in his book, 'Anchortext' that we should endeavor to make the most of our time at the supermarket. He says shopping for vegetables can be extremely rewarding if we remain mindful of our emotional responses.
   
   Then...
   
   <<quote>> followed by attribution.

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   Stephen Tomkinsonposted 3 years ago

   Thank you, I see what you mean. I particularly like your example!

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      theraggededgeposted 3 years agoin reply to this

      
      
      It's just integrating it into the article in a seamless and natural way.

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   Stephen Tomkinsonposted 3 years ago

   But surely attributing a quote and directly linking it to where you can buy the book is seamless and natural?

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      tsmogposted 3 years agoin reply to this

      I can't say I have personal experience to know what works and what doesn't. To help is this quote from the FAQ statement regarding "unrelated links or products".
      
      "In general using keywords for Amazon Capsules can be problematic as broad searches may inadvertently result in unrelated products showing up. The best practice is to create your article first and then add only specific products that are absolutely necessary for the reader's experience and that you have determined to be directly related to the content. Remember to only add products when you have included your personal experience or opinion, and have provided significant, useful information about the items beyond what is found on Amazon."
      
      One thing to consider is HP is big on not wanting Spam or Spammy Elements. Peek at the following link from the FAQ for that.
      
      https://hubpages.com/faq/#Spammy-Elements
      
      You can get a lot of good information at the FAQ and Learning Center found at the link on the top right of a page - Help.The FAQ has a index on the right to guide you. Worth a quick skim just reading the topics. The Learning Center has articles on main themes. 
      
      I hope that helps . . .

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         Stephen Tomkinsonposted 3 years agoin reply to this

         It helps a lot, thank you.

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      theraggededgeposted 3 years agoin reply to this

      You need to add more. A quote by itself isn't sufficient. You have to make sure the book or product is integral to the article. As in my rather silly example.
      
      Use the book to back up your approach or opinion.

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   Stephen Tomkinsonposted 3 years ago

   Thanks theraggededge, very useful.

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