Book Reviews – a cooking pot and twisted tales

I have no doubt that book reviews help an author immensely. For sure, peer review and recommendations are influential. A review will help a potential reader know what the book is about and if it is something that they would find interesting. It saves time, creates greater visibility and higher chances of the book being found by prospective readers. Simply put, reviews amplify the books reach and ultimately more sales = more money in the pocket of the writer.

However, the crux of my post is not about how important reviews are for authors, rather, how rewarding is it for reviewers? As an avid reader, it presents an opportunity to indulge in your passion reading free books and earning from it as well. No, you are not likely going to become a millionaire reviewing books ‘cos from my research and based on the book review site, the fee paid for an authentic review fluctuates from a paltry sum to enough coins to buy yourself a cup of coffee latte per review.

With a 2 weeks turnaround time and often tough guidelines and as someone who is dabbling into book reviews as a source of extra income, I am wondering if anyone has pointers to offer, if you have had any experience earning from book reviews and what your general overview is? How rewarding were your efforts?

Review Comments From Aspen Tree Books Review

First, I do want to say that some of the poems may be triggering for those recovering from abuse.

Second, I want to say, this is beautiful poetry.

The free verse is strong, descriptive, haunting, lovely. Jacqueline paints with her words. like an artist.

This is no Monet, this is a Helen Frankenthaler with her bold marks and colors. There is a section which is written in relation to abuse and some of it is very dark. Darkness is gut wrenching at times, but the light of hope that shines through is blinding.

My heart agonizes for the girl who has lived through excruciating torment. But the woman she has become? She is an Amazon; a warrior of her own heart.

I am very moved by Jacqueline’s words. I already have my favorites and it’s amazing how Jacqueline reaches in and I feel the warmth. The last 20 poems are exquisite and delightful.

I give this book a high recommendation, for yourself, for a friend… maybe for an Amazon you know.

Thank you, Jacqueline. You are amazing.

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