NetGalley!!
Last night I joined NetGalley, it’s a place where readers can read Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs) for free for honest reviews.
I’ve already been approved for a few books so I’m digging into that with manic glee.
However some publishers won’t let you post a review until 30 days before publishing while others will let you post a book review right after you finish reading. The first book I got approved for was one with 30 days condition attached. I’ve already let the author on Instagram that I love the book so far though because I know how important it is that authors get a little love in their comments.
I’ve noticed that some NetGalley books will have an option to send to Kobo while others don’t. The ones that will send to Kobo do so very quickly and it shows up in your library like any other book. The others I read on the NetGalley on app which has OpenDyslexic font (YAAY!!) and a Sepia like theme to make my reading experience more enjoyable.
I’m also currently waiting on my new glasses to arrive as I went for my eye exam recently and needed to update my prescription. My current glasses seemed to have realized that they are going to be replaced… so a lens fell out. Luckily I have another pair of glasses to use as I always get two pairs in case of stuff like that.
Book Reviews that I read through NetGalley will have a thank you and disclaimer at the top of the post before the review. I’ll still include links of where to purchase the books at the bottom of the book review post like always, so readers can find it easily.
@helenagullen Congrats on getting approved, that is always such a thrill. Hope the read lives up to the excitement, enjoy it!
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My first read is quite enjoyable, I’m about 22% in so far. It’s not something I ever thought I would be doing so I’m just feeling very lucky and grateful at the moment. I only request books I’m genuinely interested in so it will take me awhile to build my review numbers over there, but at least publishers will know that I will give feedback for their books.
@helenagullen Thank you so much for giving it a try, and for choosing only books that genuinely interest you. Take all the time you need, we are grateful for honest feedback whenever you are ready.