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There is no definitive method to writing a review, although some critical thinking about the work at hand is necessary before you actually begin writing. Thus, writing a review is a two-step process: developing an argument about the work under consideration, and making that argument as you write an organized and well-supported draft.
- Reedsy
- Provide a summary. Have you ever watched a movie only to realize that all the good bits were already in the trailer? Well, you don’t want the review to do that.
- Present your evaluation. While you should absolutely weave your own personal take of a book into the review, your evaluation shouldn’t only be based on your subjective opinion.
- Give your recommendation. At the end of the day, your critique needs to answer this question: is this a book you would (or wouldn’t) recommend to other readers?
Mar 2, 2020 · General Tips for Writing a Book Review Keep it Streamlined: Pay attention to length and make every word count. Lengthy, rambling reviews are confusing and time-consuming to read. Keep your readers with you by getting to the point. Remember to Proofread: Make sure your spelling and grammar are on point.
- Jennifer Galanis
- Read the Entire Book. I’m not insulting your intelligence with this one – there are many DNF (did not finish) book reviews flitting around. Any review on a half-read book is automatically a half-written review, and no one wants to read a half-written review.
- Take Notes of Said Book. Does something catch your eye? Makes you ponder? Strikes you as crucial to the book’s flow? Don’t assign it to memory – it’s not always as reliable as we like to think.
- Give an Idea of the Book Outline. There’s really no need for an extensive run-through of the book. Summary writers have already done that for you. You’re here to write a book review and people need to know what you’re reviewing.
- Don’t Forget the Author. You must give credit where credit is due. Writing a book is a laborious task that can take years of work on just the editing alone!