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I find Book Advocate Toolkit extremely useful for the beginner like me especially for the 'Book Review' purpose. The toolkit has everything an user need to understand from book recommendations to writing reviews.

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Fantastic little tool for beginners and those that need a little refresh! Will definitely be using this tool going forward, especially the sections around writing reviews and social media promotion.

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Thank you NetGalley! This was a quick and easy to read guide about reviewing books on NetGalley & across social media! For someone who has not done enough reviews I found this very helpful and I’m sure I will go back to it many times!

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Being relatively new to book reviewing this was a very helpful guide. It gave me some good ideas on how to get the best out of my net galley account and write better reviews.

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Thank you NetGalley! This resource is a must read when first joining NetGalley.

This guide is simple, visually appealing, and an easy read. The information was well structured and signposted. It provided a great overview without being overwhelming, and I feel confident now about where to go for more information.

I know I will be continuing to refer back to this guide as I build my advocacy. It’s a fantastic resource for new and experienced reviewers alike. Whilst I’ve now reviewed many books, I’m taking away some really helpful learnings, and also refining knowledge that Ive already learnt the hard way!

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As someone new to posting on social media with bookish content, I found NetGalley’s Book Advocate Toolkit incredibly helpful. I appreciate how there are sections on basics of NetGalley, how to best use every major social media platform, and general review etiquette. I was even pleasantly surprised on a page on accessibility, which is a cause that’s very important to me.

I learned a lot in these 32 short pages, and I highly recommend using this before you continue on your NetGalley journey!

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A quick and easy to read guide about reviewing books on NetGalley & across social media. I found this book to be full of great tips for getting started and successfully running a book review account. I especially found the Instagram & NetGalley specific blurbs to be helpful. I would recommend this to anyone looking to review books online & grow a bookish community.

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A helpful guide for getting started, especially with creating a strong profile for publishers. Thanks, NetGalley!

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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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