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Hey there... (Reply to this comment)
by sleeper54
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I hope you have a 'lert set for this...:-)
I have been active here about a year, 'books' being my 'home' and I thought I knew my way around the writers and resources available here.
but...
I just found this today from another user's comment. This is fantastic! A new resource I can point new 'books' writers to.
If the rest of your stuff is as good as this, your absence/departure is yet another great loss to Epinions. I hope all is going well in your 'freelance career'...:-)
...tom...
"A man never knows how to say goodbye; a woman never knows when to say it." —Helen Rowland
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Dec 13 '02
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Highest Kudos! (Reply to this comment)
by timdunn
This is the first Epinion in my browser bookmarks.
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Jul 28 '01
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Fantastic! (Reply to this comment)
by Redlass
Every time I start to think about writing an editorial on writing book reviews, I come across one that says what needs to be said so much better than I could ever manage.
I've saved the URL to this and plan to refer to it often. It's filled with such splendid advice. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Bridgette
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May 30 '01
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Complete and constructive (Reply to this comment)
by eplovejoy
Dear solleks,
Well done. If it were possible to make some reading mandatory, this piece would be one I would suggest be required reading. If the people who could benefit from this actually see it, you'll have done a great deal to make this a better site. Thanks.
Best wishes,
Peter
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Apr 09 '01
3:46 pm PDT
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Ooh, really good stuff! (Reply to this comment)
by prettyinpink
I'm sooooo glad you came out in favor of the "brief" plot summary!!! My own pet peeve are the book reviews that read more like Cliff's notes.
Your examples are excellent. Great stuff!
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Apr 03 '01
7:39 pm PDT
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Excellent article (Reply to this comment)
by latakiahaze
Thanks for an excellent article.
My first two book reviews for epinions were pretty bad and I considered myself a reasonable writer - people don't realise that book reviews take a lot of effort - hopefully once they've read your article they will!
Richard
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Apr 02 '01
8:40 am PDT
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If everyone followed your advice (Reply to this comment)
by jrk
I'd never have to give out low ratings again. (Contrary to popular opinion, I don't enjoy giving out NH and SH!) You've perfectly described what makes a book review very helpful and pleasurable to read. And your own book reviews make it obvious that you practice what you preach. Great posting!
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Mar 21 '01
10:22 am PST
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Yours is a . . . (Reply to this comment)
by gungian
. . . sterling posting.
May many heed your wise counsel.
Write On!
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Mar 08 '01
9:25 am PST
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this is fantastic (Reply to this comment)
by jo.com
I hardly ever write book reviews because they terrify me but maybe with a guide like this I could get a bit more confidence! jo
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Mar 03 '01
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EXCELLENT!!!!! (Reply to this comment)
by Lark729_89
Excellent advice on book reviews. Extremely helpful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I'm sure it'll be of great help to all of us.
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Mar 02 '01
7:29 pm PST
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Thank you everyone... (Reply to this comment)
by solleks
...for the compliments. I'm glad the article was helpful, and I look forward to reading more of your epinions.
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Mar 02 '01
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Three-Minute Handbook (Reply to this comment)
by sylvanb
I'm an experienced book reviewer (though not yet for epinions) but I am printing out your essay for quick reference - inspiration and checklist. Thanks!
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Mar 02 '01
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wonderful (Reply to this comment)
by bwyckoff1
I adore this review- it covers most trouble spots. thanks for a comprehensive review.
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Mar 02 '01
6:14 am PST
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Color me impressed! (Reply to this comment)
by opinionsharer
I think this review is SO helpful, I am sure I will return to refer to it when writing future book reviews; thanks so much!
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Mar 01 '01
9:49 pm PST
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Thanks... (Reply to this comment)
by solleks
...for reading and commenting. I just read your book review, and it is terrific, very well-written, as always.
:-)
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Mar 01 '01
7:26 pm PST
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Great timing! (Reply to this comment)
by akaMum
I had to smile. I had just uploaded a book review and behold - YOUR review on how to write one! You are so right though. I'm get soooo tired of book reviews that tell me nothing, or so clearly have been penned in a coffee break. I took most of the day writing my one, although mine was on a reference book with no plot to reveal! I want to know about characterization, a little of the plot and WHY the reviewer chose the book to read - just something that will make me want to check it out!
Great review -( I guess I should have waited! :-) )
Carrie
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Mar 01 '01
6:30 pm PST
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