Writing Reviews: How to...

Want to write a review, but aren't sure where to start? Consider the following when making your review. Give a short answer to any that get you thinking about this book; feel free to disregard all questions that do not spark your interest.

• Title


• Author (if there is one)


• Call Number



• Points to Ponder
  
  • What was the story about?
  
  
  • Where/when does it take place? Does that matter to the story?
  
  
  • Who were the main characters?
  
  
  • Were the characters believable?
  
  
  • What did the main characters do in the story?
  
  
  • Did the main characters run into any problems? Adventures?
  
  
  • Who was your favorite character? Why?
  
  
  • Does it “read” fast or slow? Is this one to savor, or one to race through?


• Your personal experiences
  
  • Could you relate to any of the characters in the story?
  
  
  • Have you ever done or felt some of the things, the characters did?


• Your opinion
  
  • Did you like the book?
  
  
  • What was your favorite part of the book?
  
  
  • Do you have a least favorite part of the book?
  
  
  • If you could change something, what would it be? (If you wish you could change the ending, don't reveal it!)


• Your recommendation
  
  • Would you recommend this book to another person?
  
  
  • What type of person would like this book?
  
  
  • Did it remind you of any other books you’ve read?



• REVIEWER’S NAME (feel free to use a pseudonym, if you prefer)


• RANK: If you like, give the item a “letter grade” between A and F