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Super helpful!

Thankful for this tool as I am just starting to get into book reviews. I have had no prior experience in writing reviews, so this tool has been instrumental in how to craft a review and how NetGalley works.

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NetGalley has done a great job at not only condensing information about their own platform, but also providing tips and tricks to apply to other spaces of book advocacy! The graphics were well-designed and neat, and the information was absolutely vital for a newbie like myself!

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Thank you for such a great tool.
Anyone who needs to learn to write reviews that will pull in a reader, this is for you.

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Good Toolkit to get an idea of what is useful to add to a review, plus potential inspiration if you feel stuck with a book you're reviewing, by starting with some of the things mentioned here. A good place to start your reviewing journey.

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It's nice that NetGalley has a resource like this available to readers. It has clear tips on: starting an account, writing reviews, social media, and graphic design. Worth a read!

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The perfect starter kit for anyone wanting to join Netgalley! This info pack has everything a newbie (or oldie) needs to get started and established in the book reviewing world from social media advice to tips on review structures. The presentation is simple and engaging, and there isn’t too much information. Overall definitely worth a read!

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Don't know or feeling overwhelmed with where to start? I'd assume so if you stumbled upon this gem -- just like I did. This is a great starting block to those new to NetGalley/reviewing/the bookish space in this sense!

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Great tips and templates for reviewing books on social media. I especially liked the template the author created on Canva to review books.

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This was helpful and provided detailed information that allowed me to move forward sooner than if I had not read it.

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Thank you to NetGalley for the DRC.

It is necessary to have a book that described how to use the all-important approval preferences sites of publishers in order for reviewers to be able to read the ARCs of their choosing. Also the kit provided instruction for reviewers sending their work to social media and retail sites.

What is missing is a glossary of writing terms that authors’ use as literary devices. It would help many reviewers.

This kit is a valuable research for influencers who prefer self-guided selection of books to read and review for the public.

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A succinct and concise guide to using NetGalley that answers any questions you may have as to how the system works.
I especially enjoyed the latter section giving tips on how to write reviews, It is most helpful as I am looking to progress on my reviewing journey.

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This book was concise, informative and very helpful. We are just baby reviewers learning how to exist in the NetGalley space, so thank you so much to NetGalley for taking the time to create such a comprehensive toolkit for Book Advocates.

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A concise and well explained introduction which really helped me better use NetGalley's services as a new reviewer. Thank you to the authors for putting together this toolkit!

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I concise and well-organized introduction to Netgalley. I am a new user, and looking to begin incorporating my reviews into my blog, and this guide was very helpful.

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This toolkit is extremely helpful for anyone interested in Netgalley and unsure where to begin. I signed up for Netgalley a few years ago, which was overwhelming, so I had not requested a book until early 2023. The tips include: Creating your profile, site navigation, review writing, blogging, social media do's and don't, and how to promote yourself on sites such as BookTube, Bookstagram, and BookTok. It is a short and easy read, and the tips are actionable and easy to use.

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A wonderful introduction to NetGalley and how to make themes of your time here tonsure the whole community thrives. Very much appreciate the bonus bits on social media. marketing. Thanks.

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Great tips for reviewers on all platforms. It's something I will go back to again and again. Detailed, organized, aesthetically pleasing.

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This was very helpful! I was feeling uncertain about writing my reviews and wanted some additional advice. I found this toolkit on NetGalley's blog, which provided a lot of good information about how to write reviews as well as how to set up various social media accounts like booktok, booktube, bookstagram. I was very surprised at how detailed the toolkit was and will be keeping it handy for future use.

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This is such a helpful little toolkit! I love that it has specific advice for each platform. It's got some really great tips and I'll be looking back on this when I need to!

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Quick read and great ideas and tips covering multiple platforms for those new to book reviews and Net Galley.

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