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Netgalley's Book Advocate Toolkit has all the basics any member needs to know in order to have a successful enjoyable time reviewing books. The information is presented in a very aesthetic way with easy-to-follow points. I liked that there were clickable links within, which allowed me to discover more useful knowledge. Thank you Netgalley for this great resource!

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It's always helpful to have an updated and complete user's guide for any system. This is a helpful and beginner-friendly guide to how NetGalley works and how to use the website.

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This was great to have as a new book reviewer for Netgalley. I’ve made reviews on Instagram, but I wasn’t sure how they would want them here. It was nice to have a sample review. I know I’ll be coming back to this to reference anytime I make a review.

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This book is so useful whether you are just starting out or have been on Netgalley for ages. I learnt so many new tips and tricks, and ways to make my reviews and account better it really is a must read!

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A good guide for new users of net galley. Easy to use and informative. Good to have to go back to and read when needed.

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A great place to start for anyone new to NetGalley, providing you with all the tools you'll need to be successful as a reviewer on this platform. Succinct, easy to follow tips that will be just as simple to implement.

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It was short but got the job done. A guide to how to use NetGalley for the NetGalley beginner..

I liked the colorful format. It helped illustrate the points and made the short content more engaging.

In short: I can see why a lot of NetGalley people on Goodreads started with this book. It's short but it contains solid information.

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The NetGalley Book Advocate Toolkit is an invaluable resource for readers, reviewers, and influencers who want to make the most of their book advocacy efforts. Packed with practical tips, it offers guidance on writing compelling reviews, engaging effectively with authors and publishers, and growing your platform. The toolkit also provides strategies for promoting books on social media and fostering meaningful discussions within the book community. With its straightforward advice and actionable steps, the Book Advocate Toolkit empowers readers to amplify their voices, connect with audiences, and support authors. It's an essential guide for anyone passionate about sharing the joy of reading.

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This is helpful, even for oldies like me. There are lots of hint, some quite familiar and others a little hazier.

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It's great to get started on the general working process of NetGalley, and it is very beautifully designed.

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This is a super helpful guide that's great for both new and veteran users alike. (I definitely should've read it first before I went on a bunch of request sprees years ago...but better late than never! It helped me to revamp my profile + get a better idea of what publishers are looking for.)

It includes a wealth of helpful information, including tips on how to...
-How to navigate through NetGalley
-How to optimize your profile to increase your chances of being approved for your requests
-Tips on ways to read/listen to the books on your NetGalley shelf
-How to write a helpful review, including advice for specific types of reviews (e.g. a book you didn't enjoy, an audiobook, when you are "stuck"/can't think of anything to say/write)

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I'm new to NetGalley and I can say I was a little nervous after I first joined, but the Book Advocate Toolkit really helped me learn how to navigate the website better and it gave me some great tips on how to write my book reviews. I feel a little better knowing that should I forget something or need help, I can always come back to this toolkit.

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Such a good and complete resource! I've been reviewing books for a decade now, but this is so helpful to take full advantage of the website and all it has to offer.

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I am new to NetGalley and am so excited to get started reading ARCs and listening to ALCs! Reading The NetGalley’s Book Advocate Toolkit was extremely helpful to learn how to navigate their website as I get my foot in the door. It has tons of useful tips for new users to create an engaging profile and write thoughtful reviews. It answered so many of the questions I had beginning this journey which is why I would highly recommend it to all new reviewers or even seasoned ones looking for a little inspiration. It was neatly organized and very pleasing to the eye as well!

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A very helpful navigational guide on using Netgalley! Thank you for such a succinct, easy to follow pamphlet on what certain words mean, what to look for, etc. It’s extremely useful.

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Very helpful thank you I was looking for something to help me structure my reviews as someone new to NetGalley and this definitely helped :)

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This is the perfect tool for all things NetGalley! There are times where I get stuck writing reviews and I come back to this resource specifically for tips and tricks! I even love the reminders of revisiting your profile! If you want to crush Netgalley, then this is your guidebook!

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Great resource for reviewers. Updated and revised too. Great for those who are new or wanting a refresher.

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This was a useful little toolkit. I’m looking forward to trying out some digital reading journals. Thank you!

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This is a really solid resource for those new to NetGalley. It explains all the features and criteria to make the best of your experience on the platform, with lots of handy little tips. I've been using NetGalley for a few years now, but I would have loved a guide like this when I was new. I do think a little more focus on the percentage ratio and how to improve your score so bigger publishers will take note of you is missing from the handbook, but otherwise this is great and very quick to get through. It's actually reminded me that my Reviewer profile is out of date and not as strong as it could be. So I better go fix it soon!

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