Member Reviews

I loved the concept of Camp NetGalley! It was a fun activity to keep me engaged throughout the summer, and I liked the self paced nature and the variety of activities!

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Very useful! I'll definitely revisit this when needed, it's a great tool for NetGalley users. I don't have too much to say as it's not exactly a novel but would recommend anyone using NG to request in the future.

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This was so much fun and felt like a ice way to get the community united. I had a lot of fun completing the prompts and hope that this is done again in the future!

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This was such a fun event! I look forward to other events through NetGalley in the future. I felt that this welcome packet thoroughly explained each step of the event and provided enough details to avoid confusion.

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Great little reading challenge! It was helpful to have a suggested guide for books to read. I’m a mood reader, so I didn’t end up following it too much, but there were idea I’m going to implement as they come up.

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Good ideas and a good format for helping guide book lovers this summer. I was not able to implement it at this time, but I’ll likely revisit it in the future.

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Looking forward to participating next year. I didn't find this early enough this time around, unfortunately.

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Camp NetGalley Welcome Packet was a reading challenge, not a book to review. Challenges like this are always motivating, and can help with the decision fatigue we sometimes get when our TBR list is too long!

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The *Camp NetGalley Welcome Packet* is a well-rounded guide for NetGalley users, offering essential resources for navigating the platform, from requesting books to crafting reviews. Designed for both newcomers and seasoned reviewers, the packet helps readers understand NetGalley’s mission: connecting book enthusiasts with authors and publishers to generate buzz for upcoming releases.

Beginning with a clear introduction to the platform, the packet explains the value of advanced reader copies (ARCs) for authors seeking early feedback. It then moves into how to build a standout profile, with tips on crafting an engaging bio and listing relevant affiliations to increase approval chances. There’s also a section on writing constructive, respectful reviews, offering sample reviews and advice on how to balance genuine feedback with supportive insights.

In addition to review guidance, the packet includes strategies for sharing reviews across social media, personal blogs, and sites like Amazon and Goodreads, helping users maximize their reach. Tips for creating eye-catching content on Instagram and other platforms make this packet especially useful for book influencers looking to grow their audience.

The packet encourages deeper involvement through NetGalley’s community features, such as reading badges, challenges, and interactive goals, fostering a sense of community among users. Finally, an FAQ section provides troubleshooting tips and answers to common questions, ensuring a smooth experience.

In short, the *Camp NetGalley Welcome Packet* is an invaluable resource, equipping users to succeed as NetGalley members, connect with the book community, and share their love of reading. It’s an ideal tool for those eager to enhance their reviewing skills and engage more fully with authors, publishers, and fellow readers.

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Camp NetGalley was really fun. It was a great way to get motivated to read. The materials in the Welcome packet were thoughtful and interesting and had a fun camp theme that added to the enjoyment of summer reading.

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This is a great tool and a fun summer activity, thank you so much Netgalley for putting together this packet!

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this was not a book but a challenge :) not sure what to write for a review here but it was fun! this was not a book but a challenge :) not sure what to write for a review here but it was fun! this was not a book but a challenge :) not sure what to write for a review here but it was fun! this was not a book but a challenge :) not sure what to write for a review here but it was fun!

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I honestly love the idea of this! As a kid I always loved to do fun reading challenges during the summer to win things like a free pizza at Pizza Hut so it’s awesome to continue this as an adult! Although I did get off track during the summer due to not having a lot of free time, I really hope to do this again next year!

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So fun! I enjoyed the challenge of an adult summer reading program!! What a great way to get us as adults excited to participate!

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I thought this would be a really fun way to get into NetGalley as I just joined this year but my summer got so busy, and this was pre work than I realized,and this entirely fell by the wayside. I really wish I had done it, it seemed like it was really good resource. Maybe I’ll be able to join next year and actually do it!

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I enjoyed this. Being new to Netgalley, I'm still learning. I forgot to leave this review back when it happened so I'm leaving it now. Lol

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This was a fun little booklet. I forgot to review it earlier but i love how NetGalley is always coming up with these things

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This was fun for the summer! I hope Netgalley has more challenges like this. The instructions were a bit cumbersome but that is my only critique.

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This was a fun summer camp idea! Hoping this comes around again. It wasn’t as easy to understand how to participate from the document I found.

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How fun! I really enjoyed this and hope it will be back next summer. This is great for anyone who is new to NetGalley. I definitely would recommend it to all participants.

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