NetGalley’s Book Advocate Toolkit is a very helpful resource for people new to NetGalley, as well as those looking for tips and information. The advice on book reviews and profile content is especially useful; everything is presented nicely in a way that makes it easy to read and understand. It really helped me to better prepare myself, and I will definitely reference back to it in the future.

This is a very informative guide that really helps to understand NetGalley better. When starting out it can be confusing and this kit was excellent l.

An incredibly useful resource for anyone looking to improve their influence as a bookseller or content creator in the book community. Its got tips for crafting compelling reviews and understanding how to boost visibility on social media platforms, which is just amazing. I found it so insightful and will definitely recommend it for anyone getting started on Netgalley and wants to advocate more effectively for the books they love

A handy little guide to using NetGalley. Reminded me to update my profile. And I learned I should be calling audiobook reviews "ALCs" rather than "eaudio ARCs"--thank god, that phrase is so awkward.

I was surprised it had an entire section on DNFing, how very woke of it lol. But no, really, I'm glad to see DNFing acknowledged and quasi-normalized. I used to get so stressed out forcing myself to finish ARCs I hated because I felt obligated. Now I just explain why they weren't to my taste and move on.

I love that there's a "Withdraw Request" option these days (for those times when I don't quite manage to curb my impulsiveness). I think I've only used it once or twice, but it's comforting to know it's there.

On the other hand, the "will not review" option might as well not exist because I'll never use it, not when it counts against the all-important feedback ratio. I can't have that. If I didn't get to a book before it was archived (because shit happens, lbh) and I have to purchase the book, use an Audible credit, or wait six months for a turn at the library, that book will get read and reviewed.

The only thing I disliked about this guide is THAT font--the stylized one that pops up here and there, like "Revised and Updated" on the cover. I don't understand it and it's hard to read (the k's!)

This toolkit is great for beginners on NetGalley!

The toolkit provides clear instruction and tips from setting up your account to how to write reviews. I loved the visual interest this toolkit provides as it makes the information appear less intimidating. I think this would be great for anyone first starting an account and for anyone needing a little more direction into the book review space! I can't wait to apply some of this knowledge to my account and to build a stronger platform for myself.

This toolkit is the perfect guide to getting started on NetGalley. I read the old version of this when I first joined, and this version is even better!

This book is a concise yet comprehensive overview on how to be a good NetGalley member. A someone who is on their book review journey, I found several things helpful. The Dos and Don'ts of your bio I found particularly helpful. This is great for any NewGalley newbie!

A fantastic resource for first-time Netgalley users!

To the point, but packed with information and useful tips on how to navigate the site and get the most out of it.

I joined NetGalley earlier this year (2025), so I’m still relatively new to reviewing. So far, I’ve reviewed 10 books, and I’ve noticed my reviews steadily improving. Still, aside from a few online articles, I was mostly winging it when it came to writing a quality review.
NetGalley’s Book Advocate Toolkit is super helpful. It clearly explains how to strengthen your presence as a reviewer—from writing thoughtful reviews and keeping your profile up to date, to knowing when and how to DNF responsibly. I’ve already implemented some of the tips and tricks it lays out. This guide is a great resource, and I highly recommend it to anyone on NetGalley!

This is an excellent guide to refine your NetGalley reviewer experience - I highly recommend it to reviewers that are trying to improve their reviews. Thanks to NetGalley for creating this toolkit.

Thanks for all the helpful tools, Netgalley! Wish I had downloaded one of these when I first started using the website but better late than never. A great resource for how to make the most out of Netgalley from every angle.

Perfect toolkit for those of us just getting into NetGalley! Wish I would've seen this a bit earlier but better late than never and it was incredibly informative! Great tips to improve the experience and profile building!

Helpful toolkit for getting started on here! It goes over what you need to be successful and how to market yourself better to publishers.

This is really helpful for any beginner who has just started using NetGalley.From this toolkit, I am able to understand more about the feedback ratio, what widget is, book review tips, how and when to request books and most importantly, tips about profiles.

Some very helpful information in here about netgalley, reviews, profiles, DNF's and social media tips. Thank you!

Helpful info. Takes you through the basics and provides clear instructions and links for more help! Even though I've been a NetGalley member for years, I found helpful info here. As a result, my profile is better and I think I will use NetGally more efficiently now.

A great and easy-to-follow guide to NetGalley! I'm still fairly new to this site, so I learned a few things that I didn't know yet.
The guide was well-organized and easy to follow, with chapters and subchapters.
The designs were also pleasing to look at!

This guide was so quick and easy to get through. It included some very helpful tips to get the most out of reviewing books on NetGalley. I’d highly recommend this to anyone just starting out and curious on how to navigate through the site as well as how to write compelling reviews!

As someone new to NetGalley and still finding my footing in writing reviews, this toolkit was incredibly helpful!

This guide was very helpful with my approach to reviewing for the first time. Thank you for the toolkit NetGalley and We Are Bookish!