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Love this book advocate toolkit!!! This will come in handy for using net galley!! Thank you very much

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This toolkit was extremely helpful! I read this updated version after being on the platform for over 2 years and still learned so much!

Pros:
- Great insight!
- Really good and useful tips
- Learned more about how NetGalley works
- Social Media Handbook was so helpful!!!!

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A great resource available to anyone who wishes to get started on NetGalley as a book advocate. It’s short, concise and easy to read. A great overview of everything you need to know to get started.

Thank you to Netgalley’s editorial blog We Are Bookish for providing this free and helpful guide.

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This was an easy-to-navigate, succinct, guide for getting started on NetGalley. Thanks for making this available to us!

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Very informative and has helped me understand the process of requesting ARCs and how to leave reviews to benefit other readers.

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Extremely useful thank you. I really appreciate the amount of work and expertise Netgalley go to 9n their support of arc readers as a whole.

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I have been advocating for books for about five years now, and I am always learning new things. It is great to have a toolkit that helps explain better ways to help books get noticed by readers. I appreciate these tools from NetGalley because they make my work even better.

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The NetGalley Book Advocate Toolkit is a comprehensive and user-friendly resource that every book reviewer, blogger, and advocate will find invaluable. The toolkit provides detailed, step-by-step guidance on how to effectively review books and engage with authors and publishers. The tips on crafting thoughtful reviews and the guidance on using social media to amplify one’s voice are particularly beneficial for both beginners and experienced reviewers alike.

One of the most helpful aspects of the toolkit is its section on building an audience. It offers practical advice on creating an authentic presence online, which is key for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the book community. Additionally, the emphasis on ethical reviewing practices sets a high standard for advocacy, promoting honesty and respect in book discussions.

Overall, the NetGalley Book Advocate Toolkit is an essential reference for anyone passionate about sharing their love of books. Its thorough, yet approachable format makes it a must-have for those looking to elevate their reviewing skills and advocate for books effectively. Highly recommended!

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This toolkit is a great resource to use when writing reviews on various platforms. I like how it provides what to consider, the audience and channel and feel that it is a great tool. It has helped me write better reviews and consider changing my reviews depending on the platform I'm writing for.

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This was too general level with not enough specifics. I was hoping for some plan of action type things not just a hey you should do this attitude that only included the very basics.

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This is a great tool providing tons of information on NetGalley! I started using NetGalley this year and this was so helpful in guiding me to curate my profile and bio, as well as including great tips on review writing and utilizing NetGalley for the best experience! Thanks We Are Bookish!

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Very helpful lots of great info provided . The tools and tips will be put to use. This is great for someone who learning to navigate NetGalley

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This helped answer the last few questions I had regarding the use of this platform, plus it helped me create the bio section of my profile.

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A quick 31-page guide on how to use NetGalley and it's different features. Very clear, well-laid out and helpful. Great for new members to read; I would like to have read this information before setting up a profile.

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This is a great booklet that has some fantastic tips and tricks for navigating and using NetGalley. It’s good for newbies and those who have been here for ages; I know I learned a couple things I didn’t know before.

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This is the second toolkit that I have read from the NetGalley bouquet and the earlier one has helped me a lot while starting in the world of writing competent book reviews, this one is a step further in the right direction.

A comprehensive guide for avid readers like me who want to advocate and discuss what they have read while sharing it with the larger literary community and making a name for themselves. This is a practical handbook to strategize the effective use NetGalley, including the process of requesting titles, writing reviews, and also engaging with publishers. The layout of the book is user-friendly and covers a variety of topics and also includes resources for social media engagement.

A must read for reviewers and book enthusiasts.

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Very useful guide to starting out on NetGalley. It gave me lots of information on how the reviewer ratio works and how to write good reviews.

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This is really cool. A well laid out guide for all the NetGalley users especially beginners. It comprises of useful tips and tricks to enhance the user experience. By using this, you can improve and polish your NetGalley Shelf App experience as well as it serves as a great guide to polish your NetGalley profile. There are several links to useful articles as well that I found really helpful. Definitely recommend to all NetGalley users.

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I am actually very grateful for this tool kit as a new member to NetGalley. This toolkit it chock full of useful information and was so helpful while writing my very first review. The advocate toolkit is very easy to navigate and includes links that lead you to other tips and social media advice. If you are new to this site, it is worth checking out and keeping handy.

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A great informational piece for those new to net galley, being an ARC reader and reviewer. It’s also a great way to practice!

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