Where to Submit Your Book for Review

January 12, 2009

Where to Submit Your Book for Review

Book reviews in newspapers are getting harder to come by, but many special interest magazines and newsletters do book reviews or mention books. Publishing guru Dan Poynter offers a comprehensive list of special interest publications.

Online reviews can also be a great book marketing tool. For tips on getting reviews on Amazon.com and other websites, read Annette Fix's article about online book reviews at the WOW! Women on Writing website.

Bookstore buyers and librarians base many of their ordering decisions on reviews in the major book review journals. Eligibility and submission instructions vary by publication, so be sure to read the requirements carefully.

Jan 12, 2009 1:38:01 PM | Library and Educational Sales, Publicity for Books and Authors

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