Why Don't You Write Reviews?
There are millions of readers in this world. They read a variety of genres and have a lot of influence on each other. You would think that would mean millions upon millions of reviews, right? Far from it.
Most readers never write a review. They read one book and just move on to another one. No reviews are left for other readers to find.
Did I just describe you? Are you one of the readers who devours books but never share your views with others? Then I need to talk to you.
Book reviews do a number of things. They aren't just present to fill space. They serve a purpose.
First off, it tells others your opinions of the book. Did you like the book? The review answers that and more. It also describes the writing style, the character development, and the pace of the plot. A review is a critique of the writing and how a reader, you, received it.
It also communicates with the author. If I read a book and could not follow the plot, my review tells the author of the problem so they can either fix in that book or improve their writing methods in the next one. If the author gets enough of the reviews that say the same thing, they should pay attention. That also includes the positive aspects of their writing.
When I'm about to buy a book, I check out the reviews. That helps me decide if I should buy it. If I read the review of someone I know has similar reading taste to me, I'll be more inclined to listen to their opinion. It is those trusted opinions that are so powerful.
What is stopping you from writing reviews? Is it time? Yes, a review takes time, but you can write a quick review of 300 words in just a few minutes. Sounds like a lot of words, but it really isn't. If you can take a week to read a novel, you can take less than thirty minutes to write a review that will help others.
It doesn't have to be long. It doesn't have to be as in-depth as some reviewers do. Put down your thoughts. Give your opinion. Warn of any spoiler alerts.
Write reviews on any site you buy books. They can be written here or on your own site. There are so many ways to write reviews.
Again, why aren't you writing reviews? Why aren't you sharing your opinions on books so others can enjoy reading as much as you.
Most readers never write a review. They read one book and just move on to another one. No reviews are left for other readers to find.
Did I just describe you? Are you one of the readers who devours books but never share your views with others? Then I need to talk to you.
Book reviews do a number of things. They aren't just present to fill space. They serve a purpose.
First off, it tells others your opinions of the book. Did you like the book? The review answers that and more. It also describes the writing style, the character development, and the pace of the plot. A review is a critique of the writing and how a reader, you, received it.
It also communicates with the author. If I read a book and could not follow the plot, my review tells the author of the problem so they can either fix in that book or improve their writing methods in the next one. If the author gets enough of the reviews that say the same thing, they should pay attention. That also includes the positive aspects of their writing.
When I'm about to buy a book, I check out the reviews. That helps me decide if I should buy it. If I read the review of someone I know has similar reading taste to me, I'll be more inclined to listen to their opinion. It is those trusted opinions that are so powerful.
What is stopping you from writing reviews? Is it time? Yes, a review takes time, but you can write a quick review of 300 words in just a few minutes. Sounds like a lot of words, but it really isn't. If you can take a week to read a novel, you can take less than thirty minutes to write a review that will help others.
It doesn't have to be long. It doesn't have to be as in-depth as some reviewers do. Put down your thoughts. Give your opinion. Warn of any spoiler alerts.
Write reviews on any site you buy books. They can be written here or on your own site. There are so many ways to write reviews.
Again, why aren't you writing reviews? Why aren't you sharing your opinions on books so others can enjoy reading as much as you.
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