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This is a great introduction to reading and reviewing books! It contains a lot of really great tips to build a social media presence.

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Lots of very helpful information on here. Learned a lot and am able to tweak how I do all this to ensure success.

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This is a great and artful guide to Netgalley! I wish I had read and downloaded it when I first started with Netgalley. I hope they do more guides like this!

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A very succinct and helpful guide to being a NetGalley Book Advocate. I had a lot of questions when first signing up and figuring out not only the process but the website itself, this toolkit answered all of those and beyond, going into various social media channels and how to best utilize those platforms. Also gorgeous graphics for the entire toolkit!

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Helpful guide to all things NetGalley! Thank you for providing helpful tips and tricks. When I first started I was a little lost and this toolkit really helped me navigate how to best use the site!

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Downloaded this when I first started to get ARCs from Netgalley and found it super helpful.

There are a lot of really helpful tips in here and show you how to work the website and go about getting ARCs.

Totally recommend if you are starting your Netgalley journey.

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This is an excellent guide to understand how NetGalley works and what is the best way to use it. The guide has great tips for readers, especially those who are only just beginning to use NetGalley.

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I enjoyed using this book to help setup and become more successful using NetGalley and other social media to expand the audience who views my reviews. It was a comprehensive take, and gives lots of good details regarding do's and don'ts for those of us just starting out. Highly recommend a look.

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"NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit" is a resource I appreciate as a reader/reviewer for over four years on Goodreads.

Downloaded to my desktop, it's easy to reference on an as-needed basis. It offers information for writing a solid review that appeals to both readers and publishers. The tips and tricks are a plus for every reviewer and the attached links are a bonus for additional information.

"NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit" would be of special interest and value to those who are new to Goodreads and/or interested in beginning the book reviewing process.

Thank you to NetGalley, We Are Bookish, and Publishers Weekly US Grab-a-Galley Program for a digital copy of this toolkit. It has been a pleasure to give my honest and voluntary review.

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This has some great tips for someone like me just getting started on NetGalley and in the book review world. Plenty to refer back to as I get going as well.

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Great information for getting started. Had all the information for the questions I had.
Answered a lot of the questions that I had and was set up in an easy to understand format.

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I recently had the opportunity to explore NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit, and I must say it provided invaluable insights into the inner workings of the platform. The toolkit effectively guided me in understanding the criteria publishers on NetGalley consider when approving readers for access to their texts.

One standout feature was the toolkit's comprehensive advice on crafting a compelling profile. It offered strategic tips to enhance chances of approval, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a high feedback ratio. The toolkit's attention to detail in this regard was immensely helpful, making the approval process less daunting for someone new to NetGalley.

The section on writing book reviews was a gem. It not only outlined the key elements of a strong review but also offered practical tips for effective promotion on social media. The toolkit delved into various social media platforms, providing insights into how each could be leveraged to improve NetGalley approval rates. This inclusive approach demonstrated a deep understanding of the diverse ways readers engage online.

What truly sets this toolkit apart is its user-friendly nature. It serves as a guide, offering clear advice without overwhelming the reader. The toolkit's overview of social media platforms and actionable suggestions for growth across them provided a solid foundation for anyone looking to establish a robust presence in the bookish online community.

In conclusion, NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit is indispensable for newcomers like myself. It goes beyond mere instructions, offering a strategic approach to understanding and meeting the expectations of publishers. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a comprehensive and user-friendly guide to navigate the dynamic world of NetGalley.

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This book has everything you need to start your NetGalley reviewer journey. It covers step by step how to get started and contains best practices for posting reviews on many different platforms. I will 100% be returning to this book as I start writing my reviews so I can make sure I’m giving good feedback. Highly recommend to anyone who reviews books!

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This helpful guide offers useful and easy-to-implement tips for navigating book reviewing and the world of NetGalley as a whole. The inclusion of Social Media Tips and NetGalley Review Guidelines is a thoughtful touch, ensuring users make the most of their online presence. The well-organized table of contents, which covers everything from Book Requesting 101 to #Hashtags, makes it a comprehensive guide. Whether you're a novice or an experienced reviewer, the guide gives nice times for various platforms such as Bookstagram and Booktube, coupled with content planning and Canva tips, make it an essential companion for anyone in the bookish community. However, since it hasn't been updated in two years, regular updates would keep it more relevant in the changing online book community. Still, the current content is essential for any book enthusiast.

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This is actually a really helpful overview of NetGalley and how to gain more traction when it comes to requesting arcs, bettering your feedback ratio, and starting on new bookish platforms!

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This PDF booklet was super helpful for getting started on NetGalley! Lots of good tips and idea for how to beef up your profile.

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This is a very helpful guide with lots of tips that I plan to put into action. It's very well laid out and I especially appreciated that it touched on a wide variety of platforms.

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this was such a helpful toolkit to be able to write my first reviews! I am probably not going to be creating a huge online presence... or am I? I'm inspired!

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This is such an informative read about Netgalley and the world of Arc. Completed with a 101 tutorial that spans through Bookstagram, book ube, booktok, and more.
Thank you Netgalley for this free info.

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This toolkit was super helpful for me to understand how to construct more thoughtful, critical reviews. I will be referring to this when completing reviews, regardless of where the review is housed.

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