As I understand it, a merchant can not announce his own purchasable items in the general Poser forum, only the "Showcase" section.  However, a customer or independent third party can discuss, praise or critique that item in this forum.

A content provider, can, however, announce or discuss his own free item in the general Poser section.  Recently, a forum member suggested a separate forum be created to announce freebies in much the same way as the Showcase section.  The idea was viewed with reservation by many.

Sincerely,

Bill

Tempt the Hand of Fate and it'll give you the "finger"!