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How to Write a Book Review Template
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Step 1: PreparationPercent time spent on this step: 50%
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Find a book to review
If a book was not assigned to you by your instructor, choose it yourself. Think carefully about what book you would be interested in reviewing.
- Consider your literary preferences. You can choose a book you have already read, or a book which is new to you.
- If you find it difficult to decide on what book to review, try browsing Amazon.com (or any other similar service) for the newest bestsellers. Consider the length and difficulty of the book. You do not want the book to be too long or too difficult for your reading level.
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Read the book
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Make a general impression of the book
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Read the book for the second time
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Check whether you have not missed anything important
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Step 2: Read ReviewsPercent time spent on this step: 5%
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Browse Internet search engines for reviews by other critics
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Search for alternative points of view
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Make your final opinion
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Step 3: Write the First DraftPercent time spent on this step: 30%
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Organize your ideas
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Make an outline
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Do the actual writing
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Step 4: Work on the Final DraftPercent time spent on this step: 10%
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Make sure your review is complete
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Proofread and edit
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Step 5: FeedbackPercent time spent on this step: 5%
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Ask a colleague or tutor to look over your final draft
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Make corrections as necessary
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