
Member Reviews

I really enjoyed some of the spreads. Highly recommend if you are looking for a premade journal or if you want some ideas for your homemade one.

Gives you everything you need to know about the reading journals for a seamless user experience! With it's step by step guide on how to access the journals and how to use them, this guide sets you up for success.

Great little tutorial. Seems clear and easy to follow. Unfortunately my tech is too old to download the needed apps so I couldn't fully use everything. I look forward to coming back to this if I ever upgrade.

The user guide was super straightforward and clear. I appreciated the recommendations for apps to use for each major operating system.

Super helpful in getting started. I'm just a starting out as a reviewer, so it was super helpful l to have this guide as I was learning about the reading journal. Thank you for the guide and these instructions, NetGalley!

Thank you to NetGalley and We Are Bookish for providing this comprehensive guide on using the NetGalley reading journal! I recently purchased an iPad and wanted to start a digital book journal but had no idea where to start. I remembered NetGalley produced a reading journal and grabbed it up. The downside was, I had no idea how to use it or get it on my iPad! In comes the NetGalley Reading Journal User Guide!! This has been a tremendous help on getting me through the basics and on my way to creating and using the amazing journal created by We Are Bookish. Thank you for providing such an amazing guide and tool!! I can’t wait to use my new reading journal year after year!

A wonderful instructional tutorial for those many people who love the pursuit of finding new books and journaling their opinions after reading them. Reading is a creative process instilled into each of us from our early days spent in school. We love delving into new novels and books, exploring the many intricate plot lines and plot devices, and being introduced to new characters. We revel at how authors weave stories composed of complex and fascinating phrases and terms that sound like a combination of poetry and music. Now, thanks to NetGalley, reading and journaling about what we read has become easier than ever.

Easy guide to help with the journal, good to have everything in one place and no jargon used
Fool proof guide, helpful if not technically minded

The NetGalley Reading Journal User Guide is an invaluable tool for avid readers and reviewers. It offers clear instructions on how to maximize the NetGalley platform, helping users track their reading progress, manage digital ARCs, and organize reviews effectively. The guide covers key features of the platform, such as rating systems, feedback templates, and tips for creating compelling reviews that stand out. Whether you're new to NetGalley or a seasoned user, this guide streamlines the process and enhances your reading experience. Its straightforward design ensures a smooth, enjoyable journey for all who want to make the most of their reading time.

Extremely useful and so creative! Will definitely be using this for all my future reads and reviews, plus keeping track of any notable quotes and comments. Interested in more of these journals from Netgalley!

Very clear step-by-step user guide.
I appreciate the links inside of the document, it makes it very easy to just find what we're looking for.
Just straight to the point and links us to where additional information can be received!
Can use additional visuals to make it easier to follow some things considering different audiences.

Helpful explanation and directions for the journal, which I initially found confusing. Since I am not a place to subscribe to one of the recommended journaling softwares, I will hold on till or if I decide to use the journal.

I have been exploring different ways to track my reading—spaces, tools, technology, sheets, and more. A reading journal has come up as one of the best solutions. I appreciate that NetGalley has provided a user guide for the reading journal. I’m going to take a closer look at it now.
It would be a big plus if the journal could connect to other tools like GoodNotes and similar apps. Syncing data across platforms is one of the biggest challenges in the reading community. Even with other apps, this remains a major pain point.
I am glad the guide is addressing this - remains to be seen if I use it or not; maybe I will go analog with my reading tracking.

What a thoughtful companion to the NetGalley Reading Journal! Very comprehensive and quite helpful! This will be my first time using the journal, so it was perfect for me!

A really helpful guide for those new to digital journaling. Comprehensive and easy to understand. Many thanks.

Very helpful in getting the reading journal set up on my ipad in a way that works for me! Thank you so much for making this, as well as the journal!

Great user guide with steps on how to do everything. While i myself prefer a physical reading tracker/journal this is an excellent guide on how to use the suggested apps if you are tracking digitally

This reading journal user guide was very informative, especially for someone who has never used an e-journal before. I was able to set everything up on Goodnotes for the Reading Journal by using this user guide. It was very helpful and very easy to understand. 4.5/5 stars!

This reading journal user guide was very informative, especially for someone who has never used an e-journal before. I was able to set everything up on Goodnotes for the Reading Journal by using this user guide. It was very helpful and very easy to understand. 4.5/5 stars!

I enjoy the guide in how to use but don't see myself using the journal. Super cute and love the idea it's just a little too detailed and I probably wouldn't use half of the ways to track.