I found the sections on creating a professional profile and maintaining a high feedback ratio particularly informative. The step-by-step tips and practical examples make it easy to understand how to optimise your presence on the platform. The guidance on requesting books and managing your shelf was also a great refresher, even for someone who has been using NetGalley for a while.

The toolkit highlights important strategies, like keeping your feedback ratio above 80% and how to present yourself professionally to publishers. The inclusion of FAQs, as well as tips on connecting social media accounts and tracking progress, adds so much value to the overall experience.

If I had one suggestion, it would be to include advice on recovering from a bad feedback ratio. That topic would be incredibly helpful for both new and seasoned members. If they ever create an updated guide, I’d love to see it covered more thoroughly.

Overall, I highly recommend this toolkit to anyone looking to get the most out of NetGalley. It’s well-organised and insightful, and it even taught me new things that will enhance my book-reviewing journey. It's definitely worth the read!

NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit was a thorough introduction to the nuts and bolts of becoming part of the NetGalley community. It's great that after reading the entire contents, you can navigate directly to a section by tapping on the page title. I particularly liked the "Feedback Ratio" and "Book Reviews" sections. It helps to be honest about the books requested. Knowing what publishers look for in their decisions also helps development.

I enjoyed using the NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit and found it very helpful. I recommend it for anyone using NetGalley.

Such a user friendly guide to the platform. I wish I had this when I first started out!
I love the formatting and how easy everything is to read. I will definitely be checking out their social media book at a later time.

From the very beginning, The NetGalley Team presents a thorough analysis of a resource designed to assist readers and advocates in promoting and reviewing books available on the NetGalley platforms.

What I love about the Toolkit is the Guidelines for reviews, stating the importance of being honest and providing relevant feedback. Others include Promotion strategies, Best practices, Resources and Tools and Community management. It encourages newbies and other members who are willing to improve on the platform. Using social media e.g. Instagram reaches a wider audience and is therefore advised.

The writing style is top-notch. A simple yet sophisticated language that is easy to understand. An instructional tone that provides readers and advocates with step-by-step guidance and actionable tips. Practical and visual elements like links and arrows to make sure you follow and not get lost. Make sure to foster positive relationships with the book community.

I do not find any critiques about the whole book. The publishing is also perfect. I therefore wholeheartedly rate the book 5 out of 5. The instructions are also easy to remember as they linger in the mind.

In conclusion, this book is a must-read for advocates who want to effectively share their love for reading and help new titles gain visibility. Thank you NetGalley Team for making the toolkit available via NetGalley. Why don't you grab a copy and make a difference?

Very helpful! It helped me understand what changes I can make to my NetGalley profile and my reviews to reflect who I am and what I offer as a reviewer.

It's been a while since I have updated any of my social media/blog site. We Are Bookish's "NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit" was a great reminder of what other avenues I could be using to help promote growth for my own site and the novels on my shelf.

This was the guide I needed starting out on NetGalley. I was thrilled to find an easy to use breakdown of dos and don'ts without having to scour the internet like I usually would starting out a new hobby. The guide is simple and I would recommend it as a starting place for anyone looking to join NetGalley.

This is a great introduction for new NetGalley users such as myself. It covers everything from the basics of navigating the site to more specific areas such as how to give good feedback and maintain a good standing as a member.

The layout is in a magazine style with small, easy-to-read snippets of text and lots of colour and illustration. It does mean you have to scan the page a fair amount to take everything in but keeps what could be a very dry user guide interesting and engaging.

Presenting these resources as NetGalley books themselves is a brilliant idea as it gives new users a chance to try out the mechanics of finding, requesting and reviewing a book in the exact same way as they would with a publisher. I would also recommend checking out the We Are Bookish site for more tips as well as tons of book recommendations!

The NetGalley Book Advocate Toolkit is an excellent resource for anyone looking to refine their book advocacy skills. As a newcomer I found the advice for profiles and review writing structure tips especially useful. The guide is clear, easy to follow, and pleasing to look at with use of colour and excellent formatting which makes it the ideal starter kit for any Netgalley users.

This is a great guide for all NetGalley users It has so many helpful tips, especially to improve your profile! This has helped me plan what to include in my bio and make my reviews more interesting. I now know what publishers look for in the profiles. This is truly a great help to anyone who is using NetGalley.

This was a toolkit, and it was helpful but I'm not sure how to leave a review. It was pretty straight forward.

This booklet is an amazing resource for anyone starting their NetGalley journey. From navigating the website to writing reviews, it has all the basic information you need to completely utilize every tool at your disposal. I started using NetGalley last year and really didn’t understand what I was doing, and finding this booklet was a game changer for me. I feel like I finally know what I’m doing here and how to make the best out of my reviews! Highly recommend for NetGalley newbies.

This guide is full of helpful information to get you started on the right foot with Netgalley. It can be a little overwhelming when you start so it's always nice to have information in one, easy to read place.

NetGalley's Book Advocate Toolkit is a wonderful guide to navigating Both the NetGalley site and the app. As a new reviewer, I found this very informative and enlightening. I had never written a review before and the tips and tricks are very helpful. I already incorporated them into my first review and look forward to revisiting and improving future reviews as well. The screenshots and visuals helped make the things talked about even clearer. I found the example review to be the most helpful aspect of the Toolkit as it took what was already mentioned in the toolkit and put it to use as reviewers are expected to do.

A very helpful guide to reviewing ARCs. Excited to start reading. Thank you Netgalley for this opportunity.

The NetGalley Book Advocate Toolkit is an invaluable resource for anyone passionate about sharing their love for books. Whether you're a seasoned book influencer or just starting out, this guide offers practical tips, actionable strategies, and inspiring ideas to elevate your book advocacy game.

From crafting compelling reviews to maximizing your reach on social media, the toolkit is packed with easy-to-follow advice that empowers you to connect with authors, publishers, and fellow readers. The design is clean and visually appealing, making it easy to navigate, and the content is approachable and insightful.

What sets this guide apart is its focus on building genuine engagement and fostering a love of reading within the community. It truly embodies the spirit of book advocacy. I especially appreciated the sections on utilizing social media effectively and how to write reviews that stand out.

If you're looking to grow your platform or simply become a more effective advocate for books, the NetGalley Book Advocate Toolkit is a must-read. Highly recommended for bookworms, reviewers, and content creators alike!

A Must-Read for ARC Enthusiasts

As an avid reader and aspiring book reviewer, I dove into my NetGalley experience with excitement but quickly found myself feeling a bit overwhelmed. If only I had read the *NetGalley Advocate Toolkit Guide* sooner! In retrospect, it’s clear how much more helpful it would have been to have had these insights from the start. The guide offers invaluable advice, strategies, and tips for anyone looking to navigate the world of Advance Reader Copies (ARCs) with confidence and ease.
This guide is a must-read for anyone wanting to fully embrace the ARC journey. Whether you’re new to NetGalley or an experienced reviewer looking to refine your approach, the toolkit covers everything from building a strong profile and requesting books that suit your interests to understanding the expectations publishers have of reviewers. The guide walks you through the process step by step, making it far easier to get the most out of your NetGalley account and build positive relationships with publishers.
The section on writing effective and constructive reviews, especially, stands out. I wish I had this advice when I first started requesting books. With clear instructions on how to balance constructive feedback with appreciation for an author’s work, it’s become an essential part of my ARC strategy.
One of the most valuable aspects of the guide is how it emphasizes the importance of professionalism, consistency, and respect within the NetGalley community. These insights have not only improved my review approach but have also helped me manage expectations and build stronger connections with publishers.
If you’re serious about the ARC journey, don’t make the mistake I did—read the *NetGalley Advocate Toolkit Guide* before you begin. It’s an essential resource for making the most of your NetGalley experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking to dive into the world of early book reviews.

This is very informative! This makes for a wonderful way to get to know NetGalley and show publishers that you know what you’re doing when book reviewing.

There was a lot of useful information in the NetGalley’s Book Advocate Toolkit. Thank you to WE ARE BOOKISH for putting it together.