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This is the perfect resource for book lovers - I already have a bookstagram but was thinking about starting something new soon! This book has so many great things to know before you get started!

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NetGalley’s Social Media Handbook is navigational compass for book advocates.

This comprehensive guide covers major social media channels, how to post reviews across platforms, and tips for posting engaging content. My favorite section was the quick overview on content planning and the importance of an organized and consistent approach.

My only suggestion is to name the PDF file the same as the title. Right now it’s a series of numbers.

Overall this was an engaging, informative read that can be a handy reference tool for newbies and veteran book advocates alike Thank you NetGalley for providing this Handbook..

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This handbook is well-organized and full of specific tips, It was mainly review for me, and I used it as a pep talk for branching out to another platform.

My favorite tip was 'Embrace the Flatlay.' As soon as I post this I'm going on a treasure hunt for photo props.

I would have preferred fewer colors and less visual clutter. The friendly vibe is great, yet I find it easier to focus on a clean layout.

This will be especially valuable to people new to NetGalley or unfamiliar with social media and book platforms.

Thanks for the copy for consideration.

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The NetGalley Social Media Handbook was helpful in providing knowledge about what to include in a social media profile to be more appealing to publishers. With do's and dont's for many different platforms, this book is a fantastic resource to help professionals get started with reviewing books on social media. It explains how to connect social media links to a NetGalley profile to make it easier for publishers to learn more about the type of reading professionals are applying to review their books. There are links throughout the book to different articles to help the reader make the most of the learning experience. I would definitely recommend this for anyone getting started on their NetGalley journey.

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Really helpful guidance for ensuring the best approach to supporting the authors and publishers with social media posting

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This is a very helpful guide on social media and writing reviews. I hope to try some of the tips next year.

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Terrific social media handbook for book lovers! Filled with tips and tricks for elevating your bookish posts!

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These informational booklets help with a few points regarding posts for NetGalley books and how to promote them.

Good information.

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This is a great handbook for those just starting out. Personally, I came to NetGalley after I had been blogging/influencing for years, so a lot of this was more of a reminder than new-news for me, but I can see that it's easy to understand and well structured. I'd definitely recommend for those just starting out in this industry.

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This is a great resource for reviewers to post on Social Media. I found many of the tips helpful. Thank you Netgalley!

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I found this handbook to be an invaluable resource for understanding NetGalley's social media ecosystem and best practices. As a new reviewer, the step-by-step guidance on building a strong reviewer profile and maintaining professional online presence was particularly enlightening.

Key strengths include:
- Practical tips for crafting engaging reviews across different platforms
- Guidelines for professional interaction with publishers and authors
- Best practices for sharing reviews on social media

The handbook excels at breaking down complex aspects of digital book reviewing into manageable steps. It effectively addresses common questions and challenges faced by both new and experienced reviewers.

While comprehensive, I would have appreciated more examples of successful reviewer profiles and specific strategies for different genres. However, this doesn't diminish its value as a fundamental resource.

This guide is essential reading for:
- New NetGalley members starting their reviewing journey
- Experienced reviewers looking to optimize their social media presence
- Anyone interested in professional book reviewing practices

I'd recommend reading this before requesting your first ARC as it provides crucial insights into NetGalley's expectations and professional standards.

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A very handy and informative handbook full of tips and instructions to use social media to post reviews.

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This is a very informative resource with many tips and tricks to help book influencers polish content on their social media channels. I really appreciated learning a few new things to try, especially on instagram.

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The NetGalley's Social Media Handbook is an incredibly valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate and excel across various social media platforms. Its clear, concise breakdown of each platform's unique features and best practices makes it easy to understand how to engage effectively with different audiences. The actionable tips and strategies provided are perfect for beginners and seasoned users alike, offering insights into building a following, crafting engaging content, and leveraging analytics to grow your reach. Whether you're an author, reviewer, or content creator, this handbook is a must-have tool to elevate your social media game and maximize your online presence.

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Great social media guide for getting started. It has helpful dos and don'ts along with tips and tricks to get you started organized by all the different social media platforms.

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This guide is helpful & informative to new reviewers out here like me. I learnt many new tips and found ways to improve a few mistakes i had been making. I like how it has separate section for different reviewing sites and social media platforms with personalized insights of each of them.
Thank You NetGalley. We are bookish.

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This is awesomeeee, Thank you so much! It’s definitely very useful and something all readers and bookworm will appreciate so much.

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A very informative and helpful read! Social media is so huge these days it’s nice to have a catch up to make sure you know it all.

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This is an incredibly helpful guide for anyone new to book reviewing in social media spaces! The guide includes practical, useable tips for each social media platform, including how to use content across different platforms. It is definitely on the basic side, but a great way to get started!

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Loved this guide to social media! It was very informative and engaging. It really helped me up my social media game. I will definitely be using some of these tactics in the future.

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