This handbook was a real eye opener, showing multiple ways that readers and book advocates can use social media to support authors.

I received an ARC of “NetGalley’s Social Media Handbook,” by We Are Bookish from NetGalley and We Are Bookish in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley/We Are Bookish for this Social Media Handbook!
It's giving tips for beginners in a colourful format that's not too wordy.
I like the recommendations for free editing software, providing an economical option for those who aren't active on social media and not aware of such tools.

Helpful info for someone learning how to provide helpful feedback that goes beyond "I liked it" or "I didn't like it"

This is a useful handbook on using social media to promote book-related advocacy. It is very short, with most pages being bullet points and graphics-heavy bite-sized tips. The main focus is on the platforms Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, and YouTube, with some small bits on Threads. There are also a few tips on using an independent blog based on WordPress, as well as the review platforms Goodreads and StoryGraph. There is no information on newer platforms with significant readership such as Mastodon, Blusky, or Discord. As a long-standing social media user, I did find a few bits useful, and think this would be quite helpful to someone new to social media. I do think, however, that it needs an update that includes newer media and modification of the TikTok information in consideration of the platforms dubious legal status and extensive new censorship.

Thank you We Are Bookish for this NetGalley arc of NetGalley’s Social Media Handbook.
From this tip book, I actually learned a couple of techniques that I can’t wait to use on my social media platforms, specifically Bookstagram. In addition, thanks to the fabulous writing about BookTube, this book inspired me to begin a book Vlog on YouTube.

This has great information about what to do as a book reviewer and posting them on different venues.

It's broken down per each type so you have what you need to know. Writing a good review, and places to post.

Thank you netgalley, we are bookish for this valuable guide.

So handy!! Will be using this to grow my socials. There are some great tips that I look forward to trying out so I can grow in 2025

Great design with an engaging layout. Helpful tips and tricks for engaging with the bookish communities on social media sites.

Appreciated the notes on difference in writing book reviews for different sites and NetGalley with the emphasis on knowing the audience.

Thank you for also including helpful do and don’t lists for each platform type and content ideas.

Helpful, but feels more like a handbook for someone completely new to social media.

I wasn't a fan of the suggested content posts? There are so many book review social media accounts that look or sound just like the next one, I think this would have been more helpful if it focused on how to navigate social media and the algorithm instead of giving us all the same post ideas.

As a beginning bookstagram girlie, this is a really valuable resource! Everything is covered and I can immediately start implementing this on my page. Thank you, NetGalley!

Another helpful resource for book reviewers! There were great tips for all kinds of platforms, relevant to a large audience.

This is a helpful guide for writing reviews and sharing on social media that I would recommend to new NetGalley users.

Otherwise, I'm just writing this review to remove the book from my "to be reviewed" shelf. I wish there was a better way to organize NetGalley guides vs. actual books to review.

Thank you for this tool to help us improve our social media accounts when proving feedback and our reviews.

This is a really helpful toolkit. It is packed full of useful information and strategies. Highly recommend.

This was so helpful for my social media/content creation! I am always so grateful for all the tips and tricks that NetGalley provides to help us smaller creators! Thank you soooooo much!!!!

This was an excellent overview of how to use NetGalley with a variety of social media accounts. I am still getting established as a reviewer and the tips were invaluable! I know they will help me make the best out of my reviews and to help connect readers with amazing new titles. The Accessibility Do's and Dont's is an especially useful guide to ensuring everyone can read or listen to your reviews easily.

this has been super helpful as I plan to grow my audience! the best tidbit of information was to tag publishers in my posts.

Loved how helpful this was! Especially if you’re new to reviewing & posting to any social media! Includes tips for getting started, book reviews & strategies for posting!

Excellent guide for book reviewers of all types to start and build their platforms. This includes everything from getting started, to basic guidelines, and ideas for what and how to post on a variety of different social media platforms. If you are consistently reviewing arcs on social media, this guide is a great help.

A quick, easy-to-read guide to posting your NetGalley reviews to different social media accounts. It is very helpful, although you may find you know most of these things if you've been doing it for a while. Nonetheless, it's worth a read.