The word "review" in Latin means consideration. This may be a review of the book or an analysis of its contents. Moreover, a review is made not only of a book, but also of a film, music or article in a magazine. The main thing is that it be a short but informative text.
In order to write a review of a book, you need to read a lot, otherwise you simply will not be able to present your idea correctly and clearly. For starters, you should read the book you are going to write about. After all, the information that the author gives on the cover is not enough to write a quality review. And only after that you can begin to work. Let's take a step-by-step analysis of your actions if you decide to write a review.
- It is very important to imagine what exactly you want to tell the readers of this book. Surely during the reading you highlighted the key facts that you just need to write about.
- Like all articles, you need to start with the title. After all, the headline is like clothes. Take it. If you managed to make such a headline that you would like to read further when reading - consider that half of the work has been done.
- Imagine that the reader opens your review. What does he see after the headline? Of course, the beginning of your review. This is no less important part. After all, it is mainly remembered what started and how it ended. This part also needs to be carefully considered.
- If you take the responsibility of arguing the heroes or the author, be sure to provide clear and concise arguments. And if you want to share your impressions - do it. But it will be good if you justify your opinion.
- Surely you will want to compare the book with any other work, you can safely do it. Just remember that in everything you need a measure.
- After you write a review, read it again. Of course, you will like it, but just in case, read it to your family and friends. You never know how to go too far with an opinion, and one seemingly innocent phrase will make your review rude. After all, peer review is a very responsible task. It depends on whether readers choose a book or not.
Many aspiring peer reviewers are tormented by the question: how to write a book review without errors and make it readable.
There is an answer to this question too. Most importantly, do not confuse review with retelling. Review is a review, this is your personal opinion. Therefore, do not try to copy it from other authors. From this, the meaning of the review will disappear. And, of course, do not forget about literacy. Indeed, if the reader finds at least one mistake in the review, in the subconscious, perhaps he will think that there are errors in the book. And this is very undesirable for new items.
