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Question: How do you approach writing reviews?
Answer: I do take notes while I'm reading but reviews have to just come to me. Sometimes that's right after I put down the book, at other times it can be up to two weeks before a review forms in my head.
It's almost always at an inopportune time - like when I'm falling asleep or out hiking. ðŸ˜ðŸ¤£ I use a note app on my phone and have pad/pens scattered around the house for when this happens because I will inevitably forget my brilliant post if I don't jot it down while it's fresh in my mind.
As far as the actual structure, I don't have anything concrete there either (no surprise there lol). Some books lend themselves to longer reviews, some mini's and some fall in between the two.
No matter the style, I try to include my overall thoughts, pros and cons so the book might reach the right reader.
At this stage of blogging, I'm just trying to stay flexible and do what works for me at any given time. I feel like I'm mentioning the book so it gets it out there and (hopefully) my opinion comes through no matter the length of my thoughts.
What is your approach to writing reviews?
