I was wondering if we, as book bloggers, may request finished copies of books? Is that a thing, and if so, can you guide us through doing so? Sam First, it’s important to understand that publishers usually have less finished copies to give away than […]
Tag: ARCs
When You Get an ARC, Should You Send the Publisher Your Review?
When a publisher sends you an ARC should you or should you not send them an email with the link of the review? Harman Absolutely! If you get an ARC from a publisher (whether it’s one you requested or unsolicited), you should always email them […]
Do you ever try to “soften the blow” when sending publishers negative reviews?
I’m sure we all hate this dreaded moment: you get an ARC from a publisher, you read the book, you really don’t like it, and then you have to send the publisher your review. I know that publishers know we can’t all like every book. […]
Should You Review Books You Don’t Finish?
I’ve recently been stuck on a book for 3 weeks now, and it seems as I really can’t seem to spend more time with it. I received it from Netgalley, and I’m not sure if I should review it anyways (I got to 30%) or […]
Breaking Up With ARCs – Why ARCs Aren’t “All That”
ARCs are a huge thing in the book blogging world. So many bloggers look forward to getting them, or aspire to make publisher contacts so they can get them. That used to be me, but I’m finally beginning to realize that ARCs aren’t “all that”. […]
Creating Images, Button Grab Codes, ARCs for International Bloggers
Table of Contents How to Create Images Adding Button Grab Codes ARCs for International Bloggers How to Create Images Hi Ashley, All my images are ready on my desktop and I’m stuck at STEP 2: how to create image URLs directly? (I’m using Blogger). Many […]
Tips For New Book Bloggers
After a year of blogging, I’ve had some time to recognize and reflect on some of the mistakes I made. I’ve combined those mistakes and a couple other ideas I conjured up to bring you a list of tips for new book bloggers! Hopefully this […]
How to Receive Physical ARCs – Information & Good Practices
I have been meaning to do a post about ARCs (Advanced Review Copies) for ages, and finally I got a bit of encouragement to finally get my butt in gear and make a post. Christine submitted this BBB Question: How do bloggers receive physical ARCs? […]
Blogoversary Day 3: Win a Box of ARCs!
I have another box of ARCs to give away to you guys! I’m really doing some spring cleaning! Some of these books I’ve read, and others I have not, but I hope whoever wins enjoys them all! One winner will win all of the books […]
Blogoversary: BookNook Turns 1! (Giveaway & New Blog Name)
I have been blogging for one year! All I can say is: Wow. I never thought my blog would be where it is one year after creation. THANK YOU ALL so much! Seriously, my blog would be nothing without you guys and I love you […]