10/05/2024
5 reasons to write indie book reviews (even if you aren’t a “big name” writer)
if you're a writer, extremely seasoned or just starting out, may i suggest considering writing a review of one (or a few) of the books on our shared doc (link below)? also, please feel free to add your info to the sheet if you're interested in having your book reviewed (or being interviewed)!
i came up with these 5 reasons for writers to write reviews indie books and send them to lit mags for publication, even if the reviewers aren't big name writers themselves, but i'm sure there a lot more reasons. can you comment some below?
#1: it’s good neighbor behavior. indie lit is a community. you know the term “literary citizenship?” part of being a good literary citizen is helping promote other literary citizens good work. we’re all in this together so let’s lift each other up!
#2: it’s a fun way to break out of your comfort zone. writing reviews means you get to put your critique hat on and write in a way that you might not be used to. it’s a good exercise to switch things up and see what develops!
#3: it gets your name out there. before i had any published books, i was writing reviews of new indie books (for fun), and getting them placed in online lit mags. it was a cool way to get in touch with writers i admired, as well as add some credentials to my c.v.
#4: it really does help the writers you’re reviewing. most indie writers can’t afford publicists, so any bit of promotion they get outside of their own efforts is incredibly beneficial!
#5: it’s a great feeling to recommend books you love to others. an angel gets its wings every time someone takes your advice and checks out that book you suggested to them!
