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Do you enjoy reviewing someone else's book?
Yes, I LOVE it!
Yes, I kinda like it.
Usually I love it, but it depends on the book.
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I've never done it
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I like it a lot, but it is time consuming
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I like it when the book is good; I don't enjoy writing a review for books that aren't written well
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I like writing reviews, but I procrastinate on them because they take time.
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Sometimes I like it, sometimes I don't. ;)
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Yes - I am happy to help promote the books I have enjoyed.
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I actually prefer giving critiques.
Not really, but I do it out of obligation.
It depends. I think I'd enjoy it if the person actually wanted constructive criticism, but it all kind of...depends, hehe :D Typically it kind of stresses me, honestly.
No, I hate it.
Yes! But they're usually critiques
I enjoy it, but I don't write super long and detailed reviews.
Not really. I'm just not very good at it.
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Yes, especially on my podcast!
Yes but I don't think I write well enough to make them worth anyone else's time
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I enjoy it in my head, but then I write it and it seems all wrong.
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Aug 25, 2016 12:12PM
I love getting to know people by reading their writing. There is always a little of the person buried in the text.
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So true!
I like reading others work and reviewing it but I haven't had much time to do that since joining GR. You can learn a little bit about a person by what and how they write.
I love reviewing books! I've had the honor of proof reading and reviewing some friends' books that they've self-published.
Corbyal wrote: "I love getting to know people by reading their writing. There is always a little of the person buried in the text."Thats interesting Corbyal.
Love reading a bit of others work and observing the kind of writing that sells. Don't know if that makes sense, but sometimes in the beginning of a book I can tell or guess why it sells good.
My reviews are typically critiques: What the book has and what the book lacks, what could be improved and what was best about the book, etc. I do think that the best reviews are critiques of the work--otherwise, is that truly a review? After all, anyway can read the synopsis on the info page of the book... a review literally means "a formal assessment or examination of something with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary." So when I actually write a review, I like to keep it like that: a critique.
Honestly, if I know it's a new author I like to give them reviews to get them recognition. My reviews are honest, but I stay on the constructive side as much as I possibly can.
Corbyal wrote: "I love getting to know people by reading their writing. There is always a little of the person buried in the text."So very true! I love that!
I love reviewing a book that I would read anyway. I don't like feeling obligated to read and review books that aren't books I would normally read.
I love reading books to review. It gives me exposure to a wide variety of book types and authors.
I enjoy reading and reviewing books. I appreciate when people read and review my books.
Great poll. Glad you asked. Made me stop and ponder a bit.
A review is as much an art form as writing a novel. Truth should be revealed as the reader sees it, but humanity and kindness should also be maintained, even when the result may have faults. Everyone has a voice, and though it may be imperfect, the whole human production is best when we share ourselves lovingly.
I particularly enjoy reviewing books in genres in which I would like to write but with which I'm not all that familiar. Time is in short supply, so reading another good writer's book can be a learning experience.
I like reviewing books, but I also don't want to waste my time with books I'm not sure I'll like. So I prefer to stick to books other people recommend or books by authors I know. But if the synopsis of a book really stands out to me, then I usually take a chance on it!
I love reviewing books, especially for new authors, but I try to pick out the positive and some minor complaints. Then I usually email the author with some kind constructive criticism (if I have any to share - Some books are just that good! 😉) so I don't seem like I'm publically bashing their book and discouraging others from reading it. There have been a couple of books though, that were just so bad I had to mark them as DNF and just didn't post a public review. 😞
Book sales and rankings are based on reviews. Sadly, most readers never leave one. I have made a point to always leave a review when I read a book. As an author, I appreciate it when others do the same.
Where would I post my review for my friend's Christian non-fiction book here in the group? P.S. Thanks for inviting me here!
Hi Like both reading the books and writing the review. But, it is time consuming so it takes me a little while to get to it. Sorry for the my delay in following up on all of the requested reviews.God Bless,
Ed
I enjoy reading other people's books and leaving them a review. I believe in helping one another and for new authors, this is a valuable service you can offer them. It helps them to grow and it helps you to grow as you analyze what is working and what is not working.
Yes I do enjoy reviewing. It's a good thing, since I'm a blogger/reviewer (;
I try to find time to review. Love the idea of helping a total stranger along the way. We're all on a journey.
Yes, I enjoy reviewing Christian books. I am looking forward to review more books. I hope my books will also get review as I eagerly looking forward to review other people's work. This is my email emmajerry2015@gmail.com I would like to review any Christian nonfiction works.
I wouldn’t say it’s completely enjoyable, but more of a responsibility. I think if you read a book, you owe it to the author to leave an honest review (good or bad), especially for indie authors. I just wish all those who’ve read my books felt the same way. For me, getting reviews for my own books is like pulling teeth, and I don’t know what more I can do to generate additional reviews. Even giving out free digital and paperback copies hasn’t worked.
"I enjoy it in my head, but then I write it and it seems all wrong."Yeah, I so get that.
Overall, I see writing reviews more as a responsibility rather than recreation, but I do enjoy it sometimes. It really depends on the book. 😄
J.L. wrote: "I wouldn’t say it’s completely enjoyable, but more of a responsibility. I think if you read a book, you owe it to the author to leave an honest review (good or bad), especially for indie authors. ..."
I totally agree with you.
Ella wrote: "J.L. wrote: "I wouldn’t say it’s completely enjoyable, but more of a responsibility. I think if you read a book, you owe it to the author to leave an honest review (good or bad), especially for ind..."Yes, I think we should respect each others work and honor them with an honest review.
