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The key word in the title: for Beginners. The second key word in the title: Tips. This is not a book about organizing your kitchen, it is a collection of tips about how to begin to think about organizing your kitchen. There are YouTube videos available for free that offer more ideas than this book.

I had the good fortune to have a popular past president of NAPO (National Assn of Productivity and Organizing Professionals) organize my kitchen. I watched him and asked a lot of questions (he's a relative and a friend so he was cool with me watching and asking questions). I have since organized two other kitchens on my own based on his ideas (and a garage based on his book about garages). So perhaps consider me an expert (a very minor expert) on the subject and take my advice: go elsewhere.

Karen Massy is an author and an expert. That's what her logo says. Her bio claims that she is an acclaimed expert. On many subjects -- including parenting and eating. I cannot find anything else about her on the internet other than the short bio that accompanies her book announcements. Who is she? What is her claim to expertise? I have questions. And suspicions. Plus, there is little by way of expertise in this book.

Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC. Is it just the ARC that doesn't have any pictures or diagrams? This subject screams for pictures and diagrams. My cousin's book on garages is loaded with pictures and diagrams and illustrations. Sorry for the honest review, but honestly, what even is this?

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I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

Kitchen Organising Tips for Beginners is a quick guide to organising your kitchen. This would be perfect for a homewarming gift for someone moving to a new home, anyone with a small or cluttered kitchen, or even students sharing a house/communal area. The book gives lots of tips and advice to creating a functional space without breaking the bank and is simple and to the point, making it easy to use and use as a prototype to create the kitchen you want.

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This book was just what I needed to help me get on track. I enjoyed how easy and simple it was to understand and to get started. I was not confused or frustrated with where to start. Thank you for giving me back my space.

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This book is a must-have for anyone wanting to transform their kitchen into a beautiful and organized space. It provides practical solutions to common kitchen challenges, all without breaking the bank. The tips are easy to follow and the language is straightforward, making the reorganization process a breeze. From decluttering to finding storage solutions and creating a cohesive design, this book covers everything. No matter the size of your kitchen, this book has the answers you need.

Thank you to #netgalley for this arc for an honest review.

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The kitchen is my least organized area of my house. This book has some wonderful organizing ideas I hadn’t thought of. I can’t wait to implement some of the ideas I found here.

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Thank you NetGalley for accepting my request to read and review Kitchen Organizing Tips for Beginners.

This "Step by Step Comprehensive Blueprint on How to Organize Your Kitchen like the Pros to Ensure it is more Functional and Stylish Without Spending a Fortune" delivers.

The book is user friendly. The tips are helpful.

This is for a self-starter. I would consider to gifting as a prehouse warming gift.

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Thank you for allowing me to read this advanced readers copy of this book! I found all the organizing tips really interesting, and I can't wait to try them out in my own home!

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This is a great book especially for small spaces. I think although it is not unique in its ideas it is well written and presented. Definitely a good choice if your looking to streamline your cooking space.

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Not a bad organizing book, just basic, a little redundant and no photographs offered. I thank Netgalley and BookBuzz.net for the opportunity to read and review this book.

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I was disappointed in this book. It was repetitious and won't be particularly helpful even for complete organizational newbies. It felt like with a few word changes it could be republished as a book on organizing your garage or office.

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We all want to make the most of the space we have in the kitchen. This book is full of suggestions on how to make the most of what we have. Reading the review copy, I kept thinking I would really like some illustrations or examples. Whilst the author is well known for her tips the writing seemed curiously bland. I am at the stage of planning a new kitchen and hoped for more.

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A good beginners book with lots of ideas. It goes through all the basics and is a good on kitchen decluttering and organizing.

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This is a comprehensive, yet fairly quick read with everything one needs to know to get inspired and ultimately get started in organising their kitchen. This book isn't fancy in terms of having photographs, but I wasn't put off in the least by this, rather it kept me focused on my own kitchen without being distracted by someone else's ideal.

It covers all the common issues, storage, decluttering, functionality and has many innovative solutions that I hadn't previously considered. This book helped make me accountable and take action by encouraging me to set realistic goals and timeframes in with to achieve these.

All in all, this book felt like a lovely hand-hold and made the whole project less daunting. In current 'crisis of living' times, the thought given to making this project affordable was very much appreciated, with 'repurposing' being a concept that frequently comes up in the book.

My thanks to NetGalley, author and publisher for the opportunity to review this book in exchange for an advance copy.

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Sorry, but I can’t really recommend this organization book. It is very basic advice presented in an enormous font with no photos or illustrations. There wasn’t anything that was new to me and when she recommends things like getting organization apps she doesn’t actually name any or recommend specifics. It looks like other readers found it helpful though, so your mileage may vary.

I read a digital review copy of this book via NetGalley.

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Most of the tips are things I'm already doing or stuff I've read/seen elsewhere but it is nice to have everything complied in one place. And it's always validating when someone's advice aligns with what you're already doing. I love the way the advice is presented - in easy to follow, visually appealing ways.

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The ultimate guide for anyone looking to revamp their kitchen into a well-organized and stylish space. The book offers practical solutions to the common challenges faced in the kitchen, ensuring it remains clutter-free and functional without the need for a hefty budget. With easy-to-follow tips and straightforward language, it walks you through the entire reorganization process, making it a breeze to implement. From decluttering and identifying storage solutions to creating a cohesive design theme, this book covers it all. Whether you have a small kitchen or a spacious one, this book has the answers you've been looking for.

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In the middle of moving house, with dozens of boxes on the kitchen floor, this was just the book I needed to keep me sane. Full of helpful ideas and tips to keep the clutter organised. Very handy book .

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This book is a game-changer, offering brilliant solutions to tackle kitchen clutter and make the most of your space, all without burning a hole in your pocket. As someone who always struggled to keep my kitchen organized, I found this guide to be a lifesaver. It not only taught me how to declutter and maximize storage but also helped me create a beautifully cohesive design that I now adore. From practical tips to ingenious hacks, this book covers everything, even organizing sentimental items with care. If you've ever wondered how to keep countertops clutter-free or how to master the art of decluttering, this is the ultimate blueprint you need.

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Kitchen Organizing Tips for Beginners by Karen Massy is a poorly edited book that needs an in-depth proof-reading. Iterative and with whole paragraphs that doesn’t make sense. Was looking forward to the tips, but couldn’t keep reading this… book.

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This is a really helpful book! This book is very detailed and has lots of great tips! 10/10 highly recommend! Special Thank You to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for allowing me to read a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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