This is a very hand tool for someone who is new to reviewing on NetGalley and social media. I appreciated the explanations of nuances on different platforms, and will be referencing this resource in the future.

A good guide to the various social channels and how to best use them. Thanks for providing this for us!

The guide provided useful information, but it seems to be designed specifically for complete novices to social media. It was quite beneficial. I am eagerly anticipating more great advice like this. The tips were authentic and meticulously crafted with the needs of different types of reviewers, bloggers, or authors in mind, which was very useful!

This would be perfect for anyone who is new to social media as it's a great guide for how to get started with a page and some guidelines and advice to follow. I wish I had this when I was just starting out! It's a helpful resource that I'm happy to have to refer to in future for any tips if I'm struggling with any aspect of social media posting.

This has been a great guide to follow for looking how to improve my social media in connection with books and reading.

Book Review: NetGalley's Social Media Handbook by We Are Bookish

If you're a book reviewer, librarian, bookseller, or anyone in the bookish community, NetGalley’s Social Media Handbook by We Are Bookish is a must-read! This concise yet thorough guide offers a treasure trove of insights tailored specifically for book lovers who want to optimize their presence on social media.

One of the handbook’s standout features is how it breaks down strategies for each major platform. Whether you're looking to level up your Bookstagram or tap into the viral power of BookTok, the tips are practical, easy to follow, and designed to help you grow and engage your audience. The platform-specific advice is a lifesaver for those who are either new to social media or looking to refine their existing strategies.

But the guide doesn’t just stop at platform advice—it delves into broader social media best practices. The section on the dos and don’ts of social media is particularly useful, offering valuable guidance on maintaining an authentic yet professional online presence. It's perfect for book reviewers who may struggle to find the right balance between personal passion and professional advocacy.

Another key strength of this handbook is its focus on accessibility and inclusivity. There's a strong emphasis on ensuring your content is accessible to all, which is a timely and essential reminder for today’s digital landscape. The advice on content planning and organizing a review schedule across multiple platforms is practical and well-suited to busy professionals.

While NetGalley's Social Media Handbook is perfect for beginners, seasoned pros can still benefit from the refreshers on how to keep their audience engaged and grow their community organically. The book is written in a clear, friendly tone that’s approachable, making it easy to digest.

Overall, this is an invaluable resource for anyone in the book community looking to enhance their social media game. If you want to create compelling content, build a thriving audience, and successfully share your love for books, this guide is a fantastic starting point. Highly recommended!

I can see this as being a helpful and useful tool for those just getting started. I enjoyed how the author grouped the context and how they covered various different platforms. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to get into the book reviewing world.

Thank you netgalley and publisher for putting this out there and letting us read it.

This is a guide I wish I had had five years ago when I started this book reviewing journey. It is amazing how many things you can learn from doing this. I had no idea about shadow bans until I started or that certain tags are banned. This guide is extremely helpful.

This was full of handy tips for reviewing! I really liked that there were platform specific ideas. I found a few new things I’m excited to try on my social media accounts!

This book includes a lot of helpful tips and trick for growing your following and writing reviews. It includes specific advice for all of the major platforms, including some advice for using Netgalley for example, how to find publishers social media tags.

Really helpful. I struggle with the social media aspect of reviews, so this will really help me with Instagram.

Thank you NetGalley for this handbook!

This is such a helpful resource and I’m thankful for it!

This was super helpful and I really appreciate it! It had some valuable tips and pointed me in a good starting direction to build a stronger platform!

I was hoping for some more in depth details regarding certain platforms but overall it’s a worthwhile guide if you’re starting out with NetGalley or are new to social media.




Thank you to We Are Bookish and NetGalley for the PDF

NetGalley's Social Media Handbook by We Are Bookish is a solid informational guide with plenty of useful tips, especially if you're just starting out. It’s definitely geared more toward beginners, offering basic strategies and advice on building your social media presence as a book lover or reviewer. While it didn’t dive as deep as I’d hoped in some areas, it’s still a handy resource with practical takeaways for anyone looking to improve their online engagement. Overall, it’s a useful guide but may leave more experienced users wanting a bit more depth.

This is such a helpful handbook!
One of those things that are so useful you put it to use right away.

Yet another amazing tool from We are Bookish and NetGalley! So many good tips for social media use and book reviews.

This is so handy!!!! I printed it out so I can read it and use the tips it gave me! Thank you for making this for us

Ooh this is definitely something that I can use to plan my content!! Thank you Netgalley!!
Also you should have seen my planning before this guide. It was absolute chaos, as in like deadlines written in three different planners and on my phone. My ADHD brain is now extremely happy. Also its very colourful!!

Great resource! I’ve been debating to start using social media for reviewing and have been on the fence. This book helps with most of the research and tips for beginners. I feel a bit more confident and might decide to start 🤩.

Thank you to the author, We are Bookish, and NetGalley for this e-ARC.