I thought the whole summer camp theme was really cute! I also love that it's self-paced and the amount of participation needed is completely up to each person - life got really busy this month for me. I love some friendly competition so review challenges are always a good time for future activities.

Camp NetGalley feels like Netgalley finally heard us and saw all of us, and how we participate in social media, and took note of how to improve engagement. It's a similar idea to Booksparks Summer Reading challenges, captures the clever bingo cards that we all use on Instagram, and provided realistic challenges for hitting reading targets that some of us longtime Netgalley users rarely show we can do. Raise your hand if you've got too many books to read haha.

I would love to see this return in the future, with maybe even some social media downloadable graphics to use on Instastories or the like. Something like this could really connect the NG community in a way that the website doesn't allow for.

This was a great summer project! Camp NetGalley helped me get out of a reading and reviewing slump with it's challenges. I look forward to more of these types of NetGalley books/packets.

The pack is really good and has a lot of fun activities. Only downside is the short window, and this would make a brilliant over the summer event./activity.

This was a good packet of things to do for Camp NetGalley. I liked the different ideas and suggestions

Welcome to Camp NetGalley, the ultimate online summer camp for book lovers! The Camp NetGalley Welcome Packet by We Are Bookish is a delightful introduction to a month-long celebration of all things bookish, and it’s an absolute must-have for every NetGalley member.

From the moment you download the Welcome Packet, you’re instantly transported into the exciting world of Camp NetGalley. The packet is beautifully designed, making it a joy to explore, and it’s packed with all the information you need to make the most of your camp experience. Whether you’re a seasoned NetGalley pro or a newbie, this packet has something for everyone.

What Makes Camp NetGalley So Special?
1. Engaging Activities:
The packet details a variety of free weekly activities tailored to enhance your camp experience. From Camp NetGalley bingo to exclusive Reading Journal stickers, there’s a delightful array of activities that cater to every book lover’s tastes. The activities are thoughtfully curated, ensuring there’s always something fun and engaging to look forward to each week.

2. Earn Your Badge:
One of the highlights of Camp NetGalley is the opportunity to earn an exclusive badge for your NetGalley profile. The process is straightforward and rewarding: submit a review of the Welcome Packet, share a link to a review you’re proud of, and voila! You’re on your way to earning your badge. It adds a fun, gamified element to the camp, making the experience even more interactive.

3. Talent Show:
The Talent Show is a brilliant idea that brings the community together. It encourages participants to showcase their reviewing skills and creativity. The chance to have your entry featured on NetGalley’s social platforms or in the end-of-camp email is a fantastic incentive and a great way to get recognized within the bookish community.

4. Comprehensive Guide:
The Welcome Packet serves as a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about Camp NetGalley. It’s well-organized, easy to navigate, and filled with helpful tips and information. The clarity and detail in the packet ensure that participants can easily follow along and make the most of their camp experience.

5. Community Building:
Camp NetGalley does an excellent job of fostering a sense of community among book lovers. The activities and challenges are designed to be shared and discussed, allowing participants to connect with fellow readers and reviewers. It’s a wonderful way to feel part of a larger, like-minded community, all while celebrating a shared passion for books.

Final Thoughts:
The Camp NetGalley Welcome Packet by We Are Bookish is a stellar introduction to a month of bookish fun and excitement. It’s thoughtfully put together, engaging, and packed with activities that every book lover will enjoy. Whether you’re aiming to earn your badge, participate in the Talent Show, or simply enjoy the weekly activities, Camp NetGalley promises a summer of literary delight. Five stars for an exceptional and enchanting bookish adventure!

This idea is super cute! I had every intention of participating but life events have made the month of July a bit of a challenge. I really hope to be able to participate next year. I love that it is all virtual but having a way to make it more tactile would be nice. Like an option to print the bingo board maybe? I'm all for ebook and similar formats but somethings are just more fun when i can slap an actual sticker on it. Thank you

This was a really fun way to engage more with net galley and participate in review-related activities!

Things I loved:
> Ease of access of information/instructions and various activities
> Welcome packet (generally)
> Themeing (camp!! so cute!)
> Increased engagement on socials
> Increased adoption through main site
> Increased adoption of app

Things I think could be better:
> Audience and/or messaging refinement: the activities and execution of the themeing felt very childlike, which is really fun, but isn't my vibe as a 30-year old woman. I think NG has a lot of different audiences, and there could be either be better segmentation (something like this focused on young/young-at-heart readers, vs. something a little more mature-feeling for those who may not engage with cartoon vibes), or a better assessment of the audience to refine messaging. (This is just me! But I chatted with a slew of bookish friends, incl booksellers and influencers, who all opted out of participating because it looked "young" and "childish")

I love this idea! I wish it spanned the entire summer (maybe mid-late June through early August?) so that there’s more time to do everything. I had a lot of stuff come up so I didn’t get to be super involved.

Giving my review and link for Talent Show. I chose my review for Nicola Yoon’s new novel as I feel this is a robust and honest review. I’m a big Yoon fan, but didn’t want that to influence the review or rating I gave the novel, and I feel good about being unbiased with my review I provided.

This was put together well. The graphic design really helped to differentiate the tasks and seem fun and cute. I have poor short term memory due to an autoimmune disease, so I completely forgot out this. That’s my fault, not yours, this was a great idea.

Next year I would love to see a tutorial about stickers and badges, I don’t really understand how they work. Or how to edit the journal.

Ummm how flipping fun is this??? Netgalley, I love you so much. There is nothing better then a book bingo board. I just wish I had been given more time because summer with children equals craziness.

Camp NetGalley was a fun bookish activity to participate in during these sweltering July days. When I first viewed the welcome packet, I found it a little daunting but the tasks were easy and I enjoyed getting creative with my posts.

Thank you NetGalley and We Are Bookish!

Fun activity for the summer! Thanks to NetGalley for organising and for social media coverage! Great way to get to know other reviewers

Camp NetGalley has been such a fun time! I really loved the social media templates like ‘ get to know the camper’ that I could share with my friends and bookstagram. I also loved the stickers and just how interactive the whole thing has been! It has been a great way to get excited about the NetGalley community and build some momentum behind my reviews again.

I love this idea. Wish I would have done it from the beginning. This gets you excited to read & finish and review your books.

This is such a cute resource to use to keep track of books and achievements! I love that Netgalley is providing opportunities for readers to get badges and explore fun reading activities.

https://www.netgalley.com/book/365000/review/252735

Appreciated the fun activities involved in this! Would have liked a bit more lead up to the activities/reminders to do them (I forget in the summertime!) but was a way to freshen up summer reading (and who doesn't love summer camp!)

Book review for the talent show is here: Thorns, Lust, & Glory: https://www.netgalley.com/book/368467/review/986399

I loved participating in Camp NetGalley! I loved all the prompts and the bingo board. It gave me that extra push and motivation I needed to get some extra reads completed!