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10 places to find reviewers for your self-published book

But before we get to that – and before you start to contact reviewers – it’s important to understand how to contact them.

What to do:

1. Do your research. Only contact reviewers who are interested in reviewing the type of books you have written. (See below for some good places to find the right reviewers.)

2. Read their review policy. Do they only want e-books, or printed books? What genres are they currently interested in reading? Are they currently accepting new books for review? Check out their rules, and follow them.

3. Write a personalized email to the potential reviewer. No one likes to get a form letter, or spam. Use a salutation, and their name – not just “Hi” or “Dear reviewer,” but rather, “Dear Jane Smith” or at least “Dear Jane.” If there’s no personal name listed, use their username.

Tell the reviewer who you are, how you found them, a little bit about your book, when it will be published. Tell them that if they’re interested, you’d be glad to send them a copy. Specify what format the book will be in (which ebook format, printed book, or if they will have a choice). Thank them for their time and consideration, and say that you look forward to hearing from them. Then sign it, with your full name.

Don’t forget the subject line, either: emails with the subject “Review Inquiry” or “Review Request” will get a better response as they make it easy to identify what your message is about.

Here’s how to write an excellent review query.

4. Before sending your email, spell-check and proofread. Errors leave a poor impression and make the reviewer less likely to accept your book. They’ll figure your book is full of typos, too.

5. The ultimate purpose of a review isn’t to please you. Books with reviews do tend to sell better. However, it’s important to understand that reviewers ultimately aren’t written for the author’s benefit. They’re written for the potential reader to give them enough information so that they can make a purchasing decision.

What not to do:

1. If they do accept the book, don’t expect the reviewer to guarantee a review. Reviewers don’t accept books they have no intention of reviewing, but sometimes they may not be able to – or wish to – eventually review it. That’s OK. They’re not the only reviewer out there. Move on.

2. Don’t expect, or ask for, a positive review. No reviewer can promise this. Any reviewer worth approaching has integrity and will always post an honest review, whether one star or five. (As people’s opinions will naturally vary, there’s often something fishy when books have only five-star reviews, anyway.)

3. Don’t ask the reviewer to promise a review to be published on or near a particular date. (Do feel free to tell the reviewer the date of your book’s publication.) Please understand that most reviewers have a big stack of books to review. Reviews take more time than you might think. The reviewer reads the book – maybe more than once – takes notes, then writes and posts the review. You’re asking them to do at least several hours of work for you, on their own time, for free. And they’re not doing it for money, but rather for the love of books, and of reviewing.

This is why you can’t expect a promise of a review by a certain date (or even at all). It’s understandable that you’re anxious for the reviews to start rolling in, but just hang tight, keep soliciting reviews, and one day you’ll have a bunch of them.

4. Never offer payment for a review. All an honest reviewer will accept is the book itself. Don’t offer a bribe! Paid reviews are not allowed on any reputable websites and can get the reviewer – and sometimes yourself – in a world of trouble, and banned from review websites.

5. Don’t expect an answer to your query. I know – that almost seems unreasonable, doesn’t it, not to expect the reviewer to reply. The reason that some don’t reply is that many reviewers – especially popular and highly-ranked ones – get so many review queries that it takes too much time to reply to them all. So, they wind up only replying to those they have an interest in reviewing.

6. If a potential reviewer declines to review your book, take it graciously. Don’t ask why, try to change their mind, or pester them. Stay on good terms – reply briefly with thanks for their time and consideration. Who knows, perhaps they’ll review your next book.

7. After a review is published, don’t comment on the review . Not even if you disagree with it. Even if the reviewer says something terribly wrong, even factually wrong. Even if they say it’s the best book they’ve ever read. Or the worst! Commenting can make you look petty, overbearing or argumentative, and can turn potential readers against you, ensuring they never read your book. Just. Don’t. Do. It. Ever. ( Here’s why. )

10 places to find reviewers for your books.

OK. Now that you understand how to approach reviewers, how do you find them?

1. Amazon’s “Meet Our Authors” Forum

Amazon has “Meet Our Authors” forum where you can introduce yourself, and also ask for reviews. There are various genre-specific threads too.

Update: Amazon has shut down all of their forums. They suggest that you visit Goodreads instead, where it’s easy for authors to interact with readers. (Amazon owns Goodreads.) See #4 on this list for more about Goodreads.

2. Amazon’s Top Reviewers

Amazon ranks its reviewers according to a variety of criteria and publishes the list. You can go through the list to look for those reviewers who review books in your genre. It will take some time. Those reviewers who include an email address or website in their profile are usually open to being contacted regarding potential reviews. (Some are not.) Before emailing, read their reviews of books in your genre. Pay close attention to any review guidelines which are included in the reviewer’s profile.

TheCreativePenn has a great blog post on getting Amazon reviewers to review your book .

3. Peruse the Amazon book pages

Check out other books similar to yours, and see who’s reviewed them. Look on these reviewers’ profiles to see if they’re open to review offers, as described above. If so, contact them.

4. LibraryThing & Goodreads

On LibraryThing , people catalog, review, and discuss books. The site also functions as a social networking site and is a great place for authors to connect with potential readers. There are lots of things you can do to get the word out about your book here. One of them is to find reviewers.

LibraryThing offers the “Member Giveaway” – where you can give out your own books. Ebooks and printed books are equally welcome. You set a number of available books to offer, and people will enter a drawing to win them. Usually there are more people who sign up than available books, so there is a drawing at the end of the giveaway period.

Though those who receive your books are not required to review your book, you can let it be known that you hope they do. LibraryThing reviewers can post their reviews on that site, but some often post their reviews elsewhere, such as Amazon.com and Goodreads.

Goodreads is similar to LibraryThing, but bigger. Only publishers can give away books for free there, but you can still find potential reviewers through their groups , some of which are dedicated to connecting authors with reviewers. (Use the group search box to find them.) Before posting review opportunities, be sure to check that the rules of the particular group allow it.

5. Social networking sites

Search for people who review your genre of book on Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking sites, and start making connections. Much has been written elsewhere on how to connect with people on these sites, so that’s all I’ll say about it here.

Turn to Google to find bloggers who review books similar to yours. Try various searches such as the name of your genre (e.g. YA, poetry, American history, vampire fiction) followed by one of these phrases: book blog, book blogger, book reviews, book review blog, book review blogger. Try various combinations and think of some of your own, investigate the results, and you’re bound to come up with some good ones.

7. Services which connect authors and reviewers

There are quite a lot of specialized websites which will make your book available to reviewers. Here are a few we know of:

The Bookbag . Publishes book reviews on their site, with links to the books on Amazon.

4226 Spruce St . Makes it easy for authors of Kindle books to connect with Amazon reviewers. Free.

8. Reviewer directories and lists

The Book Blogger List . A categorized directory of book reviewers, organized by genre, which makes it easy to locate potential reviewers for your book. Free.

Book Reviewer Yellow Pages (formerly Step By Step Self Publishing). Offers an online directory of book reviewers. It’s free, but they also offer paid Kindle and paperback versions.

List of literary / poetry review publications (many print-based)

9. Ask other authors

Ask other authors you’re acquainted with – either on or offline – who reviewed their book, and who they think you should get in touch with. Most authors are very willing to share their experiences and recommendations. When writing to a reviewer, be sure mention that your fellow author recommended that you contact them.

10. Look close to home & offline

There are plenty of local, offline sources for reviews, too:

• local daily or weekly newspapers
• school newspapers
• organization and company newsletters
• contact local indie bookstores to see if they know of any local reviewers

11. (yeah, forget 10 – we’re turning this baby all the way up to 11!) The Indie View

The Indie View has a great list of reviewers in a number of genres. They also spotlight reviews and authors. Check it out.

don’t forget us

You know, if your book is arts-related nonfiction, or has anything to do with the Beat Generation, you might check out our very own review policy . We don’t accept many books for review – but you never know until you try! We also sometimes publish author interviews and book excerpts.

Summing up…

That’s all for now. If you have suggestions about getting reviews, please leave a comment. And stay tuned for more articles about promoting your self-published books!

Empty Mirror publishes new poetry, criticism, essays, book reviews, and art every Friday.

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Pat Sutton says

March 4, 2020 at 11:53 am

Denise, thank you, Your comments and explanations will save me time on how to find a reviewer and what to expect.

Antonio Chevalier says

October 11, 2020 at 3:47 pm

You need to pay for The Bookbag. Publishes book reviews on their site, with links to the books on Amazon.

Empty Mirror says

November 8, 2019 at 4:50 pm

There’s also a directory of over 300 reviewers, sorted by posting frequency, at https://indiestoday.com/reviewers-list/ . Thanks to Dave Allen for pointing out this resource!

Derrick Washington says

October 31, 2019 at 7:13 pm

Hi, Denise, I just want to say thank you for sharing this information. I have been searching online where to find book reviewers, and your blog answered, pretty much, all of my questions. Once again, thanks.

Bruce Miller says

October 16, 2019 at 2:36 pm

Excellent article and we enjoyed reading it. It is very comprehensive and useful. Well done!

We review books. We are retired people in New Zealand and we are amazed at the creativity and original ideas people have. It’s like sitting in a school class with students raising their hands and announcing amazing creative ideas! We love it. But we only review books we like. No erotica, but most everything else. We’ve done hundreds of reviews. Check us out > https://www.teamgolfwell.com/free-book-reviews.html

Julian Hardy says

July 1, 2019 at 8:44 pm

Denise Thank you for your insightful website. I have recently self-published a book on KDP/Amazon. After doing some research about reviews/reviewers, I found the Artisan Book Reviews website. Is it worthwhile using such services as those provided by Artisan Book Reviews (as they are quite costly). Also, I’m assuming such paid reviews do not contravene Amazon’s review rules. Is this true? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Regards Julian

Denise says

July 29, 2019 at 11:07 am

It’s true that paid reviews are forbidden by Amazon and can’t be posted there by the reviewer.

However, you can post them yourself with your book information on your book’s page. They can also be useful for use on your website and promotional materials.

Thomas Juarez says

May 4, 2019 at 8:16 am

Thank you for the quick reply! While searching through other parts of your website I found someone I made a connection with. Finally gaining some traction (I think).

Awakening Cocijo will be making a book tour to test its worthiness!

May 3, 2019 at 9:24 am

I have recently self published on Amazon, currently Amazon is having an issue tracking my book sales and I am falling in the ratings. I made them aware of some of the recent purchases, they know there’s a problem and they are looking into it…I have faith in them!

In any case, it has been very difficult to find reviewers that are available in the next 3-4 months. It’s been frustrating to say the least.

I paid for the editing of my book so that I would have a polished product. I was hoping this would make my book more attractive to buyers and/or reviewers. I would be more than happy to provide a pdf or kindle copy to potential reviewers.

The book is called Awakening Cocijo and is available only on Amazon. It is a metaphysical fiction book centering on the Zapotec empire and a current attempt (fictional, of course), to awaken Cocijo…the god of lightening and rain.

May 3, 2019 at 2:13 pm

You might try getting reviews via Goodreads (you can even give away free books/ebooks in Goodreads’ Member Giveaway). That might give you some reviews in shorter than three or four months.

If you’re on social media, you could try giving some copies away for review that way.

Celeste says

April 26, 2019 at 10:55 am

Thanks Denise! I’m going to network as best I can, which means helping other authors with their efforts, too. I joined Goodreads so I could post reviews and hopefully boost the sales of books that I enjoy reading.

April 22, 2019 at 7:57 pm

Denise, thanks for the quick follow-up.

I believe it’s far too time-consuming to find reviewers on Amazon, considering that many of them don’t have contact info available. It’s probably better to invest time and effort in building a network, e.g., through Goodreads and Bookbub. I’m an introvert, so it makes me cringe to think of having to actively pursue getting followers. Otherwise my novel is likely to die on the vine after it’s published, no matter how good it is.

April 25, 2019 at 11:40 am

That’s certainly a valid objection and there are other methods of getting reviews. I wish you success with your novel!

April 21, 2019 at 4:28 pm

This article is dated March 6, 2014, so perhaps something has changed as far as finding book reviewers on Amazon. I went to the Amazon Top Customer Reviewers listing. There are 10,000, with zero indication as to what they review. To find that out, you have to click on each name one by one, then scroll through their reviews to see (1) if they even review books, and (2) what genre of books they review. With 10,000 reviewers, you may be able to go through that list in, oh, let’s say a year. And of course it changes daily so you’ll need to keep a list of whose reviews you looked at.

If someone knows of a better way, I’m all ears. Otherwise, I think Amazon is doing its best, as always, to make things difficult.

April 22, 2019 at 1:34 pm

Yes, you do have to look at each reviewer individually — there’s no list with email addresses included. So, it’s usually best to find books similar to yours, see who’s reviewing them, and get in touch those with contact information (email, website, or even a Google-able name) on their profile. It does take some detective work, for sure.

Diane Fadden says

April 10, 2019 at 6:12 pm

Indiebook review is a scam operation. Buyer beware.

roy tawes says

August 25, 2018 at 10:43 am

Denise- Iasked for a personal review. Never heard back, but I see you’re using my complimentary comments for this website. Just give me a simple yes or know

August 29, 2018 at 10:53 am

Congratulations on the publication of your book! It sounds fascinating.

EM’e review guidelines are here: https://www.emptymirrorbooks.com/empty-mirror-review-policy

Guidelines in short: Due to time constraints, I’m only able to accept very few books for review. I’m looking for specific types of non-fiction and am unable to review fiction, poetry, or memoir.

Unfortunately, due to the volume of book review requests received and that fact that I’m the only one here, I’m only able to reply to those I intend to review. I regret that I’m not able to respond to all.

Comments are voluntary and are not “used” for anything. They can be deleted by request. I did leave the link in your previous comment so that others could check out your book!

best wishes, Denise

Tyrell Perry says

August 19, 2018 at 12:13 pm

Great intel. This newly published author will be putting it to use.

Wilburson says

July 2, 2018 at 6:30 am

This is such useful information Denise, which I have added to my growing information pile on getting reviews. Thanks for taking the time.

Vishal Sharma says

April 6, 2018 at 11:14 pm

Hey Denise, Thanks for sharing such awesome tips loved it. It was very useful for me.

Roy lawson tawes MD , FACS says

January 10, 2018 at 2:22 pm

Very helpful information for INDIE authors.Thank you. I like your considerate style.

It’s a long shot to request a personal review, but you mentioned an interest in the Beat generation that spawned the hippies in the ’60s. I just published my sixth novel, RECALL that deals with the topic . Returning to San Francisco from Vietnam where I served as a flight surgeon, I witnessed the cultural revolution up close and personal. I tried to capture that turbulent era in my historical narrative. You might find it interesting and enlightening. I’m getting good early reviews , but not from anyone of your professional stature. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.So why not ask you?

If you have any interest, please consult my website: RLawsonauthor.com. All the information you require to make a decision is available there, including blogs. Maybe we will find an intellectual connection. Life never follows a straight path, Stranger things have happened. I love writing and hope someone influential in the literary field will promote my work.

Thank you for your consideration. You sound like a nice person in your responses above, trying to help aspiring writers. We need guidance, It’s a maze to navigate.

Brad Foster says

January 3, 2018 at 4:06 am

No worries, Denise – thanks anyway and careful of that perilous tower of books! :)

January 2, 2018 at 6:48 pm

HI Denise – thanks for this post! I noticed that the link to Amazon’s “Meet Our Authors” is defunct – this is what I get: “Our Discussion Boards feature has been discontinued.

Amazon would like to thank the members of this community for contributing to the discussion forums. As we grow and evolve, we encourage you to explore Goodreads Groups for book discussions and Spark for other interests. For device questions and help, please see our new Digital and Device Forum.”

I will try the other tips, though I haven’t had much luck so far with the Amazon Top Reviewers (reminds me of my dating years, when I got completely ignored! ). Say, if you wanted to review my newest e-book, I’d be happy to send you a free copy. No pressure – thanks again and I hope one — if not more — of your points help me out!

January 2, 2018 at 9:08 pm

Hi Brad — Thanks for the update about the Amazon forums. I’d heard about that but had forgotten to update this list. I really appreciate the reminder.

Top reviewers are tough — you really have to find the ones who are into your genre, and Amazon has begun making it tougher to find contact information for them (although email links still appear on individual profiles).

Wish I could help with your book, but I don’t typically read e-books, and my reading stack is perilously tall. But I wish you much success with it!

Cristina G. says

October 21, 2017 at 3:02 am

Gold dust. Thank you so much. I am working on a few new books and I need reviews. Blessings to you and to those who invest their valuable time reading and reviewing our lifetime work.

August 8, 2017 at 8:31 am

Thanks, Denise, for your helpful information.

June 12, 2017 at 3:55 pm

This site looks nice but there are two issues with it: – The reviewer lists can’t be accessed without completing a third-party offer. – Kaspersky shows a warning about a phishing link when the site is loaded.

If you would like to talk about this, please email me. Denise

May 15, 2017 at 6:51 pm

Thanks Denise for a cohesive listing of what to do. It’s early days for me in the world of marketing my children’s mystery novels, so it’s really helpful. Many thanks.

May 15, 2017 at 7:34 pm

Cathy, I’m so glad to hear that you found this article helpful. I wish you much success with the novels!

Indira Sahay says

April 9, 2017 at 9:54 am

Thank you for your reply. I shall certainly take up some of your suggestion

April 8, 2017 at 11:42 am

I was looking for interested reviewers for two Sociology books written by my late husband which remained unpublished when he passed away last year.the first one is already printed and the second one is being got ready for printing. this will take about three months. As the books are academic I would like to send them to academics with similar interests. What do you suggest?

Layla Rose says

March 20, 2017 at 7:03 pm

What a great find. I did some freelance publicity work for an author recently, and as a writer myself, it was sobering to see what it takes as an indie author. So much work. And having a disability which is difficult to manage really slows me down. So I’ve got a lot of work ahead of me.

Walter Stoffel says

March 3, 2017 at 1:23 pm

In part helpful ,in part confusing. Denise, you suggest steering clear of Amazon Top Reviewers(they’re touchy) yet you link to Creative Penn article that outlines process for contacting those same top reviewers.

Lanre Ayanlowo says

February 28, 2017 at 1:41 am

Hello, i have two self published books. Can you please help me publish them traditionally?

March 3, 2017 at 3:13 pm

I wish I could help, but Empty Mirror is just an online magazine; we don’t publish books. I may be able to answer some questions for you, but can’t recommend any particular publishers.

Tom Turkington says

February 21, 2017 at 7:16 pm

Thank you, Denise, so much. As a first-time author and technophobe besides, I’ve despaired of generating any sense of direction in my efforts to get my book into the hands of unbiased readers. Your suggestions are clear, concise and orderly, and likely the jumpstart I’ve needed. Were my book concerned with the arts or the Beats, I’d try to hoist it upon you, but no: it’s a 120,000-word chronicle of the first eighteen years of my life. Trying to make an asset of living in the past. Thanks for your push in the right direction(s).

Marcus De Storm says

January 1, 2017 at 2:36 pm

Thank you Denise for this information useful as a Self Published Author. As it is difficult to find genuine information and where to go to get my book reviewed. This has helped me very much.

January 1, 2017 at 2:37 pm

I’m glad you found the article useful, Marcus! I wish you much success with the book!

Mdu Rohtak says

November 18, 2016 at 5:33 am

Excellent tips, and thanks for the shout-out.

Sheree W. Davis says

November 17, 2016 at 7:52 am

Denise, Thanks for this wonderful check list! I’m a new self-published author and am grateful for the wisdom you are willing to share! God Bless! ~Sheree W. Davis

Johnb9 says

June 8, 2016 at 5:18 am

Thanks so much for the article.Much thanks again. Great.

ferris robinson says

May 2, 2016 at 5:11 am

Denise, Thank you so much for this informative and detailed post! So helpful! And I really appreciate the heads-up on commenting on reviews – I had no idea! I feel like I should be writing them a thank you note for taking the time to read my book, and taking even more time and energy to review it! Thanks for all you do for writers!

January 13, 2016 at 6:56 am

Hi Denise, great article, thanks. Quick question – when do you suggest author start asking for reviews? How long before the publish date – or after the publish date? Thanks.

Alec Stone says

August 20, 2015 at 6:14 am

Hi, don’t forget about reviews-easy.com.

This service is doing all the work for you. You only have to register and search the Amazon the reviewers by categories, products they review or by personal details. Then, a list of reviewers with contact details will be generated and you can download it. Then you can send personalized emails to all of them or do what you want with that data.

August 20, 2015 at 7:25 am

Alec, thanks for the suggestion. I have mixed feelings about Reviews Easy. I haven’t used it myself, but from a brief look at their website, it certainly appears to make it easy to search for Amazon reviewers.

Maybe too easy. I don’t enjoy reading e-books and don’t review them. That fact is stated very clearly on my Amazon profile. And yet, authors very often email to ask me to review their e-books. Some of these authors have told me that they were referred to me by Reviews Easy, and they’ve been surprised that I have no interest in e-books.

It seems that somehow Reviews Easy is leading authors to believe that I want to read e-books. (But since I haven’t used the site, I am not sure how or why this is happening.)

The site may be a good resource. But authors who choose to use it should double-check the reviewers’ profile information and preferences!

Thanks again — Denise

Tim Williams says

August 2, 2015 at 5:06 am

after reading everything that i’ve read i find myself asking …why self publish it seems like more of a pain in the ass then what it’s worth . i mean is this he only way to to go ? i write because i like to write not to share. the only reason publishing has come up is cause everyone that reads my book won’t stop bugging me about it . anyone hit me up cause i don’t see the benefit . thanks

August 3, 2015 at 1:06 pm

Most authors self-publish because they want their work to be read. But there’s no sense in publishing if you don’t feel compelled to.

While most people who write never publish, some of those still have a few books printed for themselves, family and friends who have expressed an interest. It’s an option. And, in that case, you needn’t bother with arranging for reviews, or with other promotional methods.

Others wish to reach a wider readership so look into either traditional or self-publishing, and eventually spend time promoting their book.

If you fall into the latter category, then self-publishing may be for you. But if you don’t, just keep writing for the love of it — and ignore those who pressure you.

all best, Denise

Rena George says

April 10, 2015 at 11:35 pm

Thank you for such a helpful, informative post, Denise. Authors really do need to put in the work to find approachable reviewers – and be prepared to overcome disappointments. Most reviewers are so overburdened that they have closed their lists for the foreseeable future. However the more potential reviewers an author can contact, the greater the chance of success. Perseverance is the secret, I think.

April 11, 2015 at 3:44 pm

Hi Rena, Thanks for your comment. I’m happy to hear that you found the post helpful.

Unfortunately I’m one of those reviewers who is often full-up on books to be reviewed…but I try to make time if just the perfect book is offered. There just isn’t enough time, though, to read – and review – everything I would like to.

Thanks again! Denise

Erik D. Weiss says

March 9, 2015 at 5:47 pm

Thanks, Denise! This is a fantastic little guide, great for new writers like me, eager to get my two fiction books out there. This is great advice, and you’ve inspired me to get to work getting my books reviewed and more visible!! Erik

March 9, 2015 at 7:32 pm

Erik, I’m so glad to hear you found the guide to reviews helpful. Good luck in finding reviewers! – Denise

J Haeske says

January 20, 2015 at 1:56 pm

If I only had known then what I know now… Thanks for that, Denise.

Molly Gambiza says

January 11, 2015 at 6:49 am

Thank you very much for taking your time to share this helpful information. That’s very generous of you. I am after honest reviews for my book A Woman’s Weakness. Now you have given me the directions, the ball is in my hands.

January 11, 2015 at 11:07 am

Glad we could help, Molly! Good luck with the book reviews!

christynathan930 says

September 24, 2014 at 5:28 am

Thanks for the great information and also for great tips too, and now I also check my book reviews.

James Jean-Pierre says

September 8, 2014 at 10:58 am

Thank you for this post, this list will definitely boost up my reviewer count.

August 10, 2014 at 7:55 am

I published my book in may, overlooking the need for a review. Since the time I must have approached 200-300 bloggers/sites for review unsuccessfully. any advice to get a free review? regards, jt

Denise Enck says

August 10, 2014 at 8:43 am

Congratulations on the publication of your book! Getting reviews is definitely a challenge. Without having seen your book or query email, I’m not sure why you haven’t had positive responses to your review query. But a lot depends upon the particular reviewers contacted, and how they are chosen.

First, do your research to find reviewers who review the types of books you write, and who are currently accepting books for review.

For example, I’m a reviewer; I clearly state on my review page here on Empty Mirror that I review Beat Generation and art-related books, do not review fiction, and am not accepting more books for review for the next few months. However, almost every day I receive review queries from authors who didn’t bother to read that; they offer me books about knitting, fantasy fiction, memoirs, guitar chords, children’s books, cooking, and more. I receive a lot of these, and most of them are deleted without reply.

There are websites which categorize book bloggers/reviewers by the genres they review; those can be really helpful in finding the right reviewers. Or go to Amazon and see who has reviewed similar books to yours, and see if they have an email address on their profile.

Second, sometimes it’s in the way that you approach the reviewer. Many queries I’ve received have been very impersonal, had spelling errors (doesn’t bode well for the book), were poorly written, required me to click a link to find out about the book, or wanted me to download free from Amazon on a particular day. Make it easy for the reviewer – address them by name if possible, give a brief synopsis of the book, tell where and when it’s available and in what formats. Don’t require the reviewer to do additional work to find out the basics about your book.

(However, include a link to Amazon – or wherever the book’s sold – so they can investigate more if they want to.)

Your query should contain everything necessary for the reviewer to make a decision.

Also – make sure the book is in good shape and ready for review. Sometimes, before accepting an already-published book for possible review, I’ll read the sample on Amazon to see if it appeals to me. If I find excerpts full of typos, formatting errors, or awkward writing, I won’t accept the book.

It’s harder to find reviewers for some genres than others. For example, fiction, YA and children’s book reviewers are plentiful (though often overburdened); reviewers for non-fiction, art and poetry are a little trickier to find.

But some of it is just timing, and a little bit of luck. Most reviewers get lots of queries and have to turn down even books that sound really enjoyable to them due to time constraints. But following the tips above can give you better odds.

You might also take a look at our article, “How to write an excellent review query” – https://www.emptymirrorbooks.com/publishing/how-to-write-an-excellent-book-review-query

Good luck, JT! If you have further questions, just let me know – I’d be really glad to help. all best, Denise

November 27, 2014 at 1:10 am

Hello Denise, I have a question is that any website which can give all the details of ebooks like how much ebooks are sale and in which with reviews because if any tool provide all of these things in one place it will be really helpful for many publishers.

selfpubber says

April 22, 2014 at 6:06 pm

I’ve used https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/ and it worked out pretty well. It’s a paid review, but it wasn’t a shill review (i.e. overly nice).

February 26, 2014 at 9:13 pm

I’ve used easybookreviews.com a few times. If you are willing to review other books in return it is a guaranteed way to get some (honest) reviews.

I’m also going to try story cartel but my books are already in kdp so I can’t have them available for free anywhere else at the moment. Also, story cartel aren’t amazon verified purchase reviews.

February 27, 2014 at 11:40 am

Thanks for the tip, Emily!

Be careful though, if you’re posting those reviews on Amazon. Amazon doesn’t allow reviews by “reviewing circles” (groups of people who review each other’s books) and has been known to revoke reviewing privileges for those caught doing it.

Gerard Thomas says

November 6, 2013 at 1:02 pm

OMG! I’m so happy now you’ve mentioned everything from A-Z.

Lenita Sheridan says

November 1, 2013 at 9:49 pm

This really helped me. I already got one “yes.” You might tell people to put “Review Request” in the subject line, otherwise they might get ignored the way I did when I put “possible book review?” I learned the hard way, but one website fortunately told me what to do, so I changed my tactic from then on.

November 1, 2013 at 10:04 pm

That’s a great idea, Lenita! Thanks so much. I’ll edit the article to include that. I’m glad you got a good response!

@IolaGoulton says

July 7, 2013 at 6:05 pm

10 ways to find book reviewers (and some useful links) #writing #reviews

June 30, 2013 at 11:35 pm

https://storycartel.com/ is another resource for authors to connect with reviewers.

July 1, 2013 at 8:36 am

Thanks Iola. I hadn’t heard of this one before, but I just checked it out – great resource! – Denise

@marqjonz says

May 28, 2013 at 3:50 am

@Phaedra4Real says

April 2, 2013 at 11:09 am

Dan’s right, great write-up.

ChaoticReader says

April 2, 2013 at 11:02 am

Great article on how and where to find reviewers for your book. https://t.co/wtpNTZszk5

Vennie Kocsis says

March 27, 2013 at 4:32 am

This was so very informative. Thank you for providing these resources for us budding authors.

March 27, 2013 at 11:16 am

So happy to hear you found it helpful! I wish you all the best with your book! – Denise

Rinelle Grey says

March 6, 2013 at 8:38 pm

A very extensive list of resources, I’ll be trying some of these.

One you missed is Goodreads. There are several forums that have dedicated space to helping authors find reviewers. Make sure you check that this is OK though, some groups encourage it, some dislike it.

March 6, 2013 at 9:24 pm

Thanks, Rinelle. I’ll add it. Unlike LibraryThing, GoodReads’ giveaways are only through publishers rather than authors, which is why I left it off the list. But I forgot about the forums! So I’ll add it to the list. Gracias. – Denise

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How to Make Money Writing Book Reviews: 9 Websites that Pay

• by Michelle
• November 1, 2020

As an avid reader, you may be thinking of how to use your hobby and passion for books to make money. You can use your critiquing skills to make money writing book reviews that can help other readers get a detailed insight into a book. You don’t have to be a professional writer to earn money with your passion for books.

There are many opportunities available for freelance reviewers to earn a side income while doing the thing they love. There’s a whole new marketplace for book readers and writers. You can easily turn your hobby into a profession in a matter of clicks.

List of websites that Pay for writing Book Reviews

Online book club.

Online Book Club is a free reading site that has been on the internet for over 10 years. It has a large reading community from all over the world. This platform is also a great opportunity for reviewers to earn some side income.

For your first review, the Online Book Club will give you a book to review for free after which you will be able to get a reviewing opportunity with a small fee. As a reviewer, you have to write a professional review that covers all aspects of the book, including mentioning the right audience for the book. You are not expected to only write a positive review. Remember, if you don’t like the book, you can mention that in the review and then rate it accordingly.

Kirkus Reviews

Kirkus Reviews is an American book review magazine that has gained a good reputation for its quality reviews. It is a great place for book reviewers to publish their content on an authentic and respectable forum.

Currently, Kirkus media is looking for book reviewers who can write professional reviews on English and Spanish books for Kirkus Indie, which is a section for self-published books.

Reviews should be 350 words long and due two weeks after the book is assigned. There are no charges for the books, they are completely free. You can write reviews for both print media and soft media books as well as paperbacks.

The US Review

The US book review is a popular book review publication that is known for its quality reviews. The online publication offers the opportunity for freelance writers to earn by writing book reviews for unpublished books. If you want to apply for this job, you can send your resume, along with writing samples and two professional recommendations either through email or regular mail.

The US Review website lists the books for reviews. From there reviewers can select the books to review by mentioning their preferences on the list. The books are then assigned in order of reviewer request. Once the book is sent, you are expected to write a review in 2-3 weeks.

New Pages is a site that provides online news, information, and guides to literary magazines. The website offers the opportunity for freelance writers to earn by writing flash reviews. You only have to write 100-200 words, although you can write up to the limit of 300 words. Reviewers can give their honest opinions on any of the latest books, magazines, or individual writings they have read recently.

Booklist Online

Booklist is an American journal that publishes book reviews and has helped thousands of librarians in selecting the right books. The company has other products such as Booklist magazine and Booklist reader. They offer opportunities to write book reviews for Booklist magazine and Booklist reader.

Your review should follow the guidelines provided by them. Reviews are generally around 175 words, however, if the book is an outstanding one, you may write a review of up to 200 to 225 words. Once you send in your submission to Booklist, it will be reviewed and if accepted, it will be edited by the editors before being published.

Writerful Books

Writerful Books is an editorial company that assists authors in securing a publishing deal through book editing and manuscript assessments.

Currently, the company is offering freelance job opportunities for book reviewers. They are recruiting a panel of experts to review contemporary books from American, Australian, British, Irish, Canadian, and New Zealand authors. Once you become a trusted reviewer at Writerful books, you can get an offer for earning opportunity.

Reedsy is a website that has everything about books and writing. It publishes book reviews of many unpublished books and you can become a part of this thriving community. Hundreds of authors submit their books for reviewing. Not only you will get a chance to write reviews but also get those books for free.

Reedsy doesn’t directly pay reviewers for their work. Reviewers get paid by the readers who are reading your book reviews and enjoying them.

Get Abstract

Get Abstract is a website that provides summaries for all kinds of books. It offers summaries on a variety of books including academic books and journals. The website is offering opportunities for reviewers to join their teams in Switzerland and the US. To be a part of this team, you can send your resume to the email listed on their website.

Book Browse

Book Browse is a website that publishes reviews of some of the best books out in the reading world. They also publish reviews for adult fiction and nonfiction as well as books for young adults. As a freelancer, you can apply for the reviewer position at Book Browse and become a part of their community.

You can write a review on monthly basis and get a small payment for it. As an expert in the USA, you can get a paperback for review. But if you reside outside of the USA, you can get an ebook to review.

As a book lover there are other kinds of earning opportunities available as well. For instance, you can sell your old books online and make money from that!

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How to make money from a book review blog

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Books are wonderful. They transport us to different places, even new worlds, and there are always readers out there looking for the next big thing.

That’s why book review blogs are always in demand. Although it might not be the highest paid blogging niche, many book reviewers are still making it work. So, if you dream about starting a book blog, don’t let money hold you back.

There are many ways to monetise a blog. Some turn to affiliate marketing, others are simply content with receiving free books from publishers to review. No matter what your goals are, there are a few things to consider when starting and running a book review blog.

1 Find your niche

In the context of book blogs, niche is your genre. If you are an avid fantasy reader, it doesn’t work if you tailor your blog for crime readers and vice versa. Finding a niche and owning that niche makes it easier to market your blog. That starts with thinking about your interests. Maybe you have a broad taste and want to reflect that on your book review blog, or perhaps you are geeky about something specific, like horror or classic science fiction? Once you know what books you will be writing about, you can get started with a great business name . Something that encapsulates your blog.

2 Develop a strong brand

Another aspect, which is closely linked to your niche, is branding. You might think that is only for companies and advertisers, but writers need branding too. It’s your way of showing your readers who you are and what you stand for. Good branding evokes feelings and sets expectations. It gives people an immediate sense of what’s on offer when visiting your blog. Finding a motivational podcast can be a great source of inspiration when you develop your brand, as it’s good to learn from others.

3 Write authoritative content in a unique voice

Being a real voice within a field requires knowledge, passion and grit. Get into the habit of following the latest news about people’s reading habits, trends and new releases. This starts with being curious. Get to know what readers turned to in the pandemic , or how the book industry is faring overall. All this is useful knowledge if you are to write blog posts on a regular basis. Reach out to other bloggers, publishers and writers to make connections and, in time, you will be flooded with free books.

4 Advertising and affiliate marketing

Making money from a blog requires a large readership. Once you have that, it’s easier to find sources of income, especially within advertising. One of the simplest ways to make money from a website or blog is to place pay-per-click ads on your site. This could for example be in one of your blog posts. Others choose pop-up ads or product reviews. For a book reviewer it makes sense to focus on book-related products. While this can be smaller companies, it can also be affiliate links to Amazon. It all depends on how much money you hope to make.

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Get paid to write reviews by reading our guide with all the top sites for you to check out. Earn money and home and increase your skills today!

Before you purchase products or download apps, do you read the reviews? Most consumers do. A study published by Qualtrics showed that 93 percent of customers read online reviews before buying a product. Product reviews are important to people’s purchasing decisions, and review sites are everywhere.

Companies know that they will make more money if their products have positive reviews, so they’re willing to pay people to write product reviews for money. If you are wondering how to get paid to write reviews and blog articles, try applying to these sites for review writing jobs .

1. Writers Work

2. get paid to write reviews for amazon, 3. get reviewed, 4. crowdtap, 6. listverse, 7. capterra, 8. usertesting, 9. gartner peer insights, 10. harris poll online, 11. g2 crowd, 12. review stream, 13. inboxdollars, 14. swagbucks, final word on where to get paid to write reviews, is it illegal to write fake reviews, where can i write music reviews, how do you make money by giving reviews.

Writers Work connects writers with companies looking for freelancers. With thousands of jobs available, it’s an ideal place for new and experienced freelancer writers to find work. The site has built great relationships with many established companies requiring writing , from general content to blogging to copywriting and reviews; endless opportunities exist. The average earnings on the freelance site are anything from $20 – $65 per hour, making it a lucrative option for writers to get involved in.

Writers Work contains freelance writing opportunities for writers who want to start their career

Many freelancers earn commissions from Amazon by writing product reviews. Amazon pays reviewers who successfully try a product and refer it to new customers. This process is a type of influencer work called affiliate marketing, which can be used through the Amazon Associates program. Whenever a customer uses your affiliate link, you’ll receive a small commission on the sale.

For example, if you were to try a product and then post about it on your blog or social media with an affiliate link, your viewers might then buy the Amazon product, which means you earn a commission. There are many different niches for bloggers to choose from, like food, fashion, beauty, tech, and entertainment.

If you want to write product reviews for money, one of the best places to look is Get Reviewed . The website will pay you cash for sponsored reviews and blog posts. If you want to participate in this program, you need to have a self-hosted website with a strong domain authority of at least 20 or above. To elevate your domain authority, focus on a specific niche.

Then, convince others to provide links that point back to your website. This will position your site as an authority in the field.

If you want to get paid to write a review on this site, submit your blog for consideration. After your blog is accepted, you will display your blog on the marketplace. Then, advertisers can view your blog and order a product review from you. If someone places an order for a review from your website, you will receive an email notification.

Based on the email request, you can either accept or reject their review request. You also negotiate the price of your review with the client. Once you and the client agree on a deadline and rate for the job, you’ll write the review and get paid! Typically, you get paid 14 days after the article has been completed. The site pays a paid reviewer by PayPal.

If you want a fun way to review products from your phone, check out CrowdTap . You can access the program through your smartphone. Then, you can look at their “daily missions,” which products they would like you to review that day. If you review their products, you will be rewarded for leaving a high-quality review.

You get paid in a variety of ways. For example, some companies will reward you with product samples. Other companies will reward you with gift cards. You may also be given merchandise rewards you can redeem at certain brands and establishments.

This is one of the top review apps out there. There are other ways you can earn points as well. For example, you can complete daily polls, fill out surveys, and share your reviews on social media channels. You can get additional points if you share your reviews on your blog.

Another review site you may want to check out is called Ciao . This is a review site based in the UK, but it is open to the international community, including non-English speakers. They have various products listed on the website, some of which are Amazon products.

The website also has a rotating category of focus or high-authority products. These are products that they need reviews for, so they’re willing to pay extra money for writers. The payment for each review varies, but it is directly tied to the amount of traffic that a specific review generates.

You don’t have to make much money to request a payout. As long as you have a balance of five pounds or more, or about $6, you can request to be paid. It might be challenging to generate a lot of traffic with your first review, but you can make significant money online once you get a lot of practice.

If you are more of a long-form paid reviewer, check out ListVerse . This website will pay you money to make a “top 10” list. Often called “listicles,” this is an opportunity to get creative. You have a lot of control over the products you decide to review, and you can make several recommendations in a single article.

You may want to write a paragraph or two on each item before moving forward. After your list has been published, you get paid through PayPal.

Next, you may want to check out Capterra as well. If you have looked for reviews of specific products, including software programs, you have probably come across Capterra. You can also get paid to write reviews for them. Typically, you need to use the product before you write the review, which may require additional work; however, you can also get paid more for each review.

On Capterra, you get paid approximately $10 for each review that is accepted. Because they are one of the largest players in the industry, they vet all of their reviews closely to ensure they meet their requirements. You need to verify your identity using LinkedIn, and you might get asked to send screenshots of the software or product you want to review before they let you write the review. For this reason, they pay more money for each review.

If you are someone who enjoys testing websites and applications, you may want to take a look at a website called UserTesting . During the review process, you need to make a 20-minute video. Then, you’ll be paid $10 for each review you give. Try this website if you would rather talk about a product or service instead of writing about it.

If the platform can download the necessary recording software, you can record it using any device you want. This could include a desktop computer, a laptop, a smartphone, or a tablet. You will also need to record yourself testing the app or website in real-time. Companies will pay a lot for people who record themselves using their products or services.

Therefore, this could be one of the most lucrative ways for you to make money through product reviews.

Another website that will pay you a lot of money for each review is called Gartner. Gartner is a leading technology and software review company. The goal is to help users make educated decisions on the products they use. Even though you can only write ten reviews annually, the company pays you approximately $25 for each successful review.

Caveat: Gartner closely vets every review before it is published to ensure it provides customers with real insights into the product. The more details you can give about your experience, the greater the chance your review gets accepted. You need to know a lot before you write your first review on this platform. So, check out Gartner’s FAQ page to figure out how to take advantage of this opportunity.

You might also want to consider Harris Poll Online . They are one of the oldest research firms in the industry, and they have a sterling reputation. Most of the surveys and reviews you complete for Harris will focus on their current marketing campaigns.

For example, you might be asked to watch a series of marketing videos a company produces. Then, you’ll be asked to share your opinion. You might also be asked to recommend improving their marketing videos to better speak to someone like yourself.

Every time you complete a survey for this company, you’ll be given points to redeem for gift cards. You might also be given a bonus award if you win the raffle. You get an entry into the raffle with every survey or review you complete.

G2 Crowd is a crowdsourcing platform for reviews. The amount of money you can make on this platform can vary widely depending on what you review. The average review pays between $5 and $15, but you could earn up to $25 per review if you review specific types of software. The website has hundreds of thousands of reviews, so it is one of the most popular review websites on the internet.

Similar to other software review websites, there are strict requirements you need to follow to make sure your review is accepted. You’ll also have to verify your identity by tying your LinkedIn account to your review.

Review Stream will allow you to make money by reviewing just about every product. Furthermore, if a user likes your review, you could get paid a bonus. If you get a vote of confidence from a user, this indicates that the person found your review useful.

Even though you can write a review on just about anything, you can look at what is currently trending on social media. Generally, ReviewStream will pay more money for products and services that have become popular. Furthermore, if you write a review that matches the publishing guidelines of the platform, they might pay you more money. These reviews are also more likely to be deemed useful by users.

InboxDollars has an excellent reputation for paying users to take surveys, shop online, and read email newsletters to assess them for clarity and effectiveness. You can get paid to write product reviews and collect rewards easily on this platform.

InboxDollars partners with top research organizations that are looking for feedback and input from the public. All you need to do is sign up and give your opinions on surveys, and you’ll be paid cash when you’ve completed your task.

Swagbucks is one of the most popular loyalty and consumer rewards platforms online. It’s free to join, and members receive gift cards or cash for the everyday activities they complete online. Tasks include web searching, playing games, watching videos, and shopping online. You can also scan your receipts for cash back, making it easy to earn extra cash without completing hundreds of surveys.

If you’re interested in answering surveys and giving reviews for cash, Swagbucks also pays users to take surveys on topics like personal finance, favorite foods, vacations, and more. Swagbucks has already paid its members over 5 million dollars, solidifying it as one of the most reliable online paid review platforms.

These are some useful review sites to apply to if you want to write product reviews, book reviews, and more. Writing legit reviews is also a great way to get free products, as lots of companies will send you new products and samples to write about on a review website. You can also combine writing reviews with other proven methods that will help you get paid to write .

These sites are a good side-hustle choice before applying to the best affiliate marketing programs and publishing review content on your website.

FAQs About How to Get Paid To Write Reviews

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How To Get Paid to Read Books? (9 Best & Legit Sites)

Did you know that your hobby of reading books could get you soo much money?

There are many opportunities out there that will pay you for reading and reviewing the books. This is not only the easiest way to earn some gigs but also to get free books and get your name out there. You can read those books from the comfort of your homes and your flexibility. You can choose the genre of your interest from many categories like fiction, non-fiction, crime novels, self-help manuscripts, and motivational books.

To assist you in earning money while you read books, this article has bought forth a list of websites that get you paid for reading.

How much book readers are paid?

Honestly, the amount you get paid depends on the number of books you read. It is a great advantage of you are a fast reader. You could finish 1 2 books each day and earn more than an average person. You can earn up to $20 per hour. However, this varies according to the website you read for, and the time spend on reading.

How They Pay You:

Yes, there are many popular websites that will pay you for reviewing books. Payment methods often include cash through PayPal or bank transfers, and in some cases, you may also receive a complimentary book in exchange for your review.

10 Websites That Pay You to Read Books:

Here are the 10 Websites that pay you to read books. We have chosen the best websites available and that are willing to pay the best price for your time.

1. Kirkus Reviews:

Kirkus Reviews is a platform that specializes in reviewing books. They have a large number of books that need to be reviewed every day. They require large number of readers to assess and review books. They are asked to write reviews of about 350 words for each book.

Kirkus Reviews pays an incredible amount and in another words is a typical freelance job. It is a tough competition to get hired for Kirkus, you need to submit few writing samples, and resume that showcases your specialties in reviewing or some other talents that you possess. Usually, copy editors and proofreaders are hired by Kirkus Reviews.

2. Online Book Club:

Here is another credible website that pays readers for an honest review. It is completely free to be a member of online book club. But before you start earning for reading books on this platform, you need to submit one free review for a book. It serves as an interview to verify your expertise before you can be considered a member of the Online Book Club. Books might be send to you free of cost or you get an e-book to read.

3. Publishers Weekly:

Publishers’ weekly is a weekly news magazine that primarily focuses on publishing industry. They hire various positions such as qualified proofreaders, copy editors, and book reviewers. Being a book reader, you can choose from proofreaders to being a reviewer. Proofreading is simple, you just need to read manuscripts and mark out some misspellings or grammatical mistakes.

The company seems to publish reviews for all types of books. But to be eligible as a reviewer or to be a proofreader, you need to submit a 200-word review of your own and your recent resume. And you are good to go. Please submit your resumes to [email protected].

4. The US Review of the Books:

It is an online based company that reviews numerous books also pays you for reading. You can earn hundreds of thousands by reviewing books weekly. You get paid on a monthly basis. The pay depends on the length of the book. Reviewers are asked to write a 200 – 300 words book reviews. You have to request reviewer status for this company when they post available books for review on their site.

This website aims to supply honest and objective book reviews to readers. They are looking particularly for informed opinions and professionalism in reviews, along with succinctness. If you want to apply, submit resume, sample work, and two professional references via email at [email protected].

5. Reedsy Discovery:

Reedsy Discovery is the powerhouse in the world of indie books. It offers reviews a chance to read the latest self-published books before anyone else. You can explore hundreds of new books before choosing one that grabs your attention.

In addition, if you’ve developed your reputation as a book reviewer through Reedsy Discovery, you can communicate with authors who reach out to you directly for a book review. The procedure to apply is pretty simple. To accomplish this, the site offers a form that reviewers must complete. Just complete this form and wait to be selected.

Once you are into them as a book reviewer, you can start looking through shelves and keep reviewing. Book reviewers gets topped for their reviews as a token of appreciation, which is $1, $2 or $5. You even get the free copies of books before they are launched into the market.

6. BookBrowse:

BookBrowse is another legit company that pays for honest reviews on books. This company aims to help readers pick out the best books for them by publishing book reviews. The website typically aims to hire enthusiastic readers who can also write enthralling reviews of every book they have read on the website.

Unlike other websites, BookBrowse offer the books for free in exchange for reviews you submit. If you’re interested in how, you can become a reviewer for Book Browse, you’ll need to complete out an online form and then send two book reviews samples.

7. Women’s Review of Books:

Women’s Review of Books specifically aims at women. The website was inspired and developed by the Wellesley Centers for Women at Wesley College. Women’s Review of books has been going on for three decades, examining an array of literary works that include memoirs, poetry, and fiction in addition to other genres.

To enroll into the programme, you need to sign up first, submit a few samples of already published book reviews written by you. You may also be required to tender your resume.

Upwork is a platform for various freelancers looking for different types of jobs. This site also includes book reviewers or proofreading. There are a lot of clients (authors) seeking professionals to proofread and check the content of their books. You can earn a good amount of money by reading or editing other people’s blogs, books, articles, posts, or even essays.

First off, you’ll have to join Upwork as a freelancer. Joining Upwork is not expensive, but the platform will take a percentage of the earnings. However, it’s a freelancing platform that lets you bargain with clients and be paid as you wish. If you write a review for $300, it will charge the sum of $60 (which is a 20% of commission).

9. eBook Fairs:

Explore the exciting Paid Reader Program on eBook Fairs! Not only do you have the chance to indulge in captivating reads, but you can also earn a bit of extra cash by sharing your thoughtful insights through writing editorial reviews for the books.

Kindly note that your initial two reads and the subsequent editorial reviews, following your application and official acceptance, will be unpaid. This policy applies irrespective of any prior reviews you might have undertaken. Reviews for books with less than 100 pages are free, but if the book is over 100 pages, there’s a fee of $10, unless we’ve mentioned a different amount.

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Are you a YouTuber? Are you curious to know about how much money you can make per 1000 views, or CPM on YouTube? If so, then this article is for you, in today’s article we’ll be focusing on the UK market and providing you with the latest information on how much YouTube pays for 1000 views in the UK in 2024. So, let’s get started!

YouTube Platform:

No doubt YouTube is one of the most popular platforms for content creators to share their videos and monetize their content. However, the amount of money that YouTubers can make varies depending on a number of factors, such as the number of views, the type of content, and the location of the audience.

Whether you’re a seasoned YouTuber or just starting out, it’s important to have a clear understanding of how much you can earn from your videos. So, let’s get into the details and find out how much you can expect to make from your YouTube channel in the UK.

Understanding YouTube’s Monetization Model:

If you’re a content creator on YouTube, you may be wondering how you can monetize your videos. YouTube’s monetization model allows creators to earn money from their content by displaying ads to their viewers. In this section, we’ll take a closer look at the criteria for monetization and the basics of ad revenue on YouTube.

Criteria for Monetization:

To be eligible for monetization on YouTube, your channel must meet certain criteria. First, you need to have at least 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months. Additionally, your content must comply with YouTube’s Community Guidelines and Terms of Service.

Once you meet these criteria, you can apply for monetization through the YouTube Partner Program (YPP) . If you want YouTube to notify you when you’re eligible, go to YouTube Studio Earn section, select “Notify me when I’m eligible”. As soon as you reach one of the eligibility requirements above, you will receive an email. Once your application is approved, you can start earning money from ads displayed on your videos.

Ad Revenue Basics:

When you monetize your videos on YouTube, you earn a share of the revenue generated by ads displayed on your videos. The amount you earn per 1,000 views, or CPM, can vary depending on a number of factors, including the type of ad, the advertiser’s budget, and the audience’s location.

In the UK in 2024, the average CPM for YouTube ads is around £4-£6 per 1,000 views. However, this can vary widely depending on the factors mentioned above.

It’s important to note that YouTube takes a cut of the ad revenue generated by your videos. The exact percentage varies depending on the type of ad and other factors, but typically ranges from 45% to 55%. This means that if you earn £5 for 1000 views, YouTube will take £2.25, leaving you with £2.75.

Overall, monetizing your videos on YouTube can be a great way to earn money from your content. By meeting the criteria for monetization and creating engaging videos that attract viewers, you can make serious money using YouTube. You can check this latest list of Top 10 YouTubers in London, UK and you can see how much revenue they are generating with the help of YouTube channel.

YouTube’s Pay Rate for 1000 Views in the UK:

If you are a new YouTuber, these are the few important things you need to know.

Engaging Video:

One of the biggest factors that influences the pay rate for 1000 views on YouTube is the type of content you produce. YouTube pays more for ads that are displayed on videos that have high engagement rates, longer watch times, and more views. Therefore, if your content is engaging and keeps viewers watching for longer periods, you are likely to earn more.

Another factor that can influence your pay rate is the type of ads that are displayed on your videos. YouTube offers different types of ads, including skippable and non-skippable ads, and the pay rate for these ads can vary. Skippable ads tend to pay less, while non-skippable ads can pay more.

Estimated Earnings:

As of 2024, the estimated pay rate for 1000 views on YouTube in the UK is around £2 to £5. This means that if you have 1000 views on your video, you can expect to earn between £2 and £5. However, this is just an estimate, and your actual earnings can vary depending on the factors mentioned above.

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Are you looking for ways to earn online while studying? There are multiple options before you. Whether you are looking for a side gig or a full timer, there are legit ways to make money online. Almost everything nowadays works online, and you are only a tap away from everything. Working online saves time and efforts but increases the weight of your pocket. In this article, you can look at 10 best online jobs for College Students, who can earn along with accomplishing their dreams of studying and flying high!

1. Freelance Writer:

To be a freelance writer, you don’t need to be an author. It requires your basic language and grammar. Freelancing is a growing business. This also helps in increasing your academic performances. Beginners can gain adequate vital for their writing skills. Through this job, you will be able to interact with other students globally, expanding their knowledge on international matters.

Responsibilities:

• Writing a variety of content such as articles, blog posts, product descriptions, white papers and e-books.
• Doing great research and crafting the thoughts.
• Need to receive and apply feedbacks graciously.
• Meeting deadlines.
• Meeting the content goals discussed and agreed upon.
• Has to generate fresh content ideas.
• Proofreading.

How to Get Freelance Writing Jobs?

You can try using Fiverr a popular online marketplace that connects freelancers with clients seeking a wide range of digital services. The platform allows individuals to offer their skills and expertise in various fields such as writing, graphic design, programming, marketing, and more.

2. Social Media Manager:

A College student and not into social media?? Not possible!!! Well, everybody is into social media nowadays. This field is growing with you. If you have managed to get a number of followers on any social media platform, then you can help others to gain the same success and, on the way, earn and climb higher. Small businesses or bloggers can’t find time for advertisement and get themselves busy in buying content. They hire social media managers to help them grow.

• Collaborate with other teams, like marketing, sales and customer service to ensure brand consistency.
• Communication with followers and respond to queries in timely manner.
• Create ideas to increase brand awareness and attract clients.
• Creating and nurturing social media communities.

How to become a social media manager?

• Obtain expertise in the field of social media strategy.
• Get a degree or acquire suitable professional experience.
• Create your own social media network by posting well-considered and strategic content.
• Acquire knowledge of common marketing analytics and social media usage.
• Watch YouTube video or participate in an online training.
• Follow companies you admire across all of their social media platforms.

You can get assistance from the Find a Job service and receive notifications when new positions are posted.

Work Hours:

38 to 40 hours a week

3. Being a Gamer:

If you love spending your spare time playing games, then why don’t you make an audience for yourself. Give your gaming career a financial boost, consider seeking sponsorships from brands and gaming companies.

Sponsorships can be a game-changer, helping you cover expenses like travel and gaming equipment. Plus, they can open doors to exciting opportunities, like becoming an in-house gamer for a brand or company. So, don’t hesitate to explore sponsorship options and level up your gaming journey!

Why not consider opening an account on a streaming platform to showcase your gaming skills? People love watching you play, and you can earn through it. Sites like twitch let you stream games online or you can even make an account in YouTube. Just like these UK gaming YouTube channels PewDiePie it has more than 110 M subscribers, DanTDM with more than 28.4M subscribers and Ali-A who have more nearly 19M subscribers.

Streaming platforms are like social networking platforms, offering a great opportunity to connect with viewers and build a community around your channel. Engaging with your audience, interacting with them, and sharing your game knowledge can help you gain followers and grow your streaming presence. So, go ahead and dive into the world of streaming, where you can share your passion for gaming and connect with like-minded individuals!

• Has to develop, test and play video games.
• Has to provide contents for promotional purposes.

4. Market Researcher:

Market Researchers are always in demand and college students are chosen on firsthand. Companies need market research to determine their product launch suspensibility. You get to use their products and answer the questions regarding the product.

• To gather data on consumers, competitors, and market conditions.
• Prepare briefs and commission research.
• Create and assess data collection tools, such as questionnaires, surveys, and opinion polls.
• Calculate the effectiveness of marketing programs and strategies.
• Track and predict sales and marketing trends.
• Monitor the progress of research projects.
• Create and oversee the delivery of questionnaires and surveys.
• Interact and communicate with clients to discuss and decide on research initiatives.

25 to 37 hours a week

5. Graphic Designer :

Graphic Designing is an ideal choice for students who find editing and designing, an interesting work. In a world of ever-growing demand for digital content and design, this job allows students to increase their designing skills and open doors for future opportunities. Students only need to have knowledge on the usage of designing programs like Canva, Fotojet or Fotor. Then, you are set to be a graphic designer.

• Has to create ideas on art arrangement, size, type size and style and submitting them for approval.
• Communication with clients for their need and likes.
• Work and collaborate with copywriters, Art services, web designers, colleagues and creative directors.
• Has to create visual components such as pictures and logos.
• Has to create brand kits to guarantee uniform branding.
• Has to maintain consistency of design across each project.
• Has to maintain knowledge of current visual trends, color theory and technology relevant to web and graphic design.

How to Find Graphic Designer Job in UK?

1. You can find the current opportunities by visiting the UK official job search website . Create an account and receive notifications when new positions are posted.

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2. If you are looking for freelance then I should definitely recommend you visiting Fivver.com .

3. You can also “Follow” some of the popular UK Graphic Designer Facebook Pages to get latest updates on Graphic Designer jobs or freelance projects.

37 to 40 hours a week

6. Data Entry:

New to the world of online jobs? No experience? Data entry job is for those students who are looking for an easy work. It only requires a high typing speed and high observation skills. Data entry jobs are in fierce competition. They are highly requiring in schools, offices and businesses organizations. Students only have to collect data and fill into tables, create databases, maintaining accurate records of valuable company information.

• Has to apply data program techniques and procedures.
• Look up and gather more data for documents that aren’t complete.
• To get source data ready for computer input, compile, check for accuracy, and prioritize the material.
• Has to enter account and customer information from source documents in a timely manner.
• Comply with data integrity and security policies.
• Apply up to date data program techniques and procedures.
• Create reports, arrange completed work in predetermined areas, and carry out backup procedures.
• Examine the data for flaws or inconsistencies, fix any incompatibilities possible, and confirm the output.

7. Audio Transcription:

This job is nothing but only typing. You have the ability to listen attentively? Yupp! Then you must go for this. Audio transcription job is listening to an audio and typing what you hear. You will need high levels of concentration and attention to detail. There are generally three types of transcriptionists:

• Intelligent

You need to choose the type of transcription according to your comfort. Although time-consuming and tedious at times, the work is rewarding. The audios might be of Interviews, Films, Podcast, Meetings, Television shows, Lectures, Seminars, Webinars, Focus groups, Sermons.

How to Find Audio Transcription Jobs in UK?

1. Rev: Rev is a reputable platform that employs transcribers with a range of experience levels, including beginners. They offer a variety of transcribing projects and a user-friendly interface.

2. TranscribeMe: This is another website that employs entry-level transcribers. Before you begin, they provide a quick transcription exam to test your proficiency. They also provide adjustable work schedules.

3. GoTranscript: GoTranscript hires both beginners and expert transcribers. They offer feedback and training materials to help you get better at transcribing.

4. Upwork: You can locate transcribing jobs on Upwork, a freelance marketplace. Projects are posted by clients, and you can make proposals that highlight your qualifications.

5. Freelancer: Another well-known freelance marketplace that provides transcribing services is Freelancer. You can register, research for relevant tasks, and send bids to companies that need transcribing services.

• Recordings has to be listened to and then typewritten into text files.
• Has to verify the text’s accuracy after transcription.
• Recognize the specific formatting and notation requirements set forth by the client.
• Respecting sensitive information and following all confidential guidelines.
• Has to keeping up with updates of transcription software and going to refresher courses when necessary.
• To gain a deeper comprehension of the recording’s context, keep some research on technical terms.

8. Virtual Assistant:

In 2024, the UK’s virtual assistant job market is expected to grow significantly, offering exciting opportunities for skilled and talented individuals. The demand for virtual assistant is only likely to grow as companies look for affordable alternatives ways to manage administrative tasks and increase productivity. Virtual Assistant who may work from anywhere in the UK, are finding even more opportunities as a result of the trends toward remote employment.

A Virtual Assistant is the one who assist clients through phone calls, emails or any other means. Virtual Assistant must have the ability to organize oneself and the work. Students who can perform the basics of management can join the job and just be familiar with their work. Time management is the most important factor to be a virtual assistant.

• Complete word processing tasks.
• Research and organize data.
• Manage and maintain calendars.
• Plan, coordinate, and carry out meetings and office activities.
• Compile and arrange information for statistical evaluation.
• Manage social media.
• Create presentations and documents.
• Maintain and manage contacts.

How to Find Virtual Assistant Jobs in UK?

Job Sites: LinkedIn , Reed , Indeed , Monster Recruitment Agencies: Time Etc , Attic , ZipRecruiter , 20four7va Freelance Platforms: Upwork , PeoplePerHour

9. Paid Surveys Job:

Surveying is considered to be the best online money-making jobs. It is like earning money while using mobiles. There are many companies out there who would want your opinions and experiences by taking online surveys. It is one of the easiest online jobs for students. Though, it doesn’t pay much but not bad for side hustle. You can even do this work when waiting for bus or your lecture to start.

How to Find Paid Surveys Job Online?

Job Sites: Reed , Upwork , Studentjob , e4s ,

10. Proofreader:

If you are a good in English or your first language is English and have a good eye for details, proofreading might be for you. There is an increasing demand for proofreader online. You have to proofread articles, blog posts, books, essays, office documents and much more.

• Review documents for grammar, spelling, and style.
• Preserving uniformity in tone, formatting, and writing style.
• Evaluates the text’s ideas’ coherence, clarity, and logical flow.
• Look for typographical errors in the text, such as misspellings, missing or incorrect punctuation, and improper word choice.

How to Find Proofreader Job Online?

Websites: Freelancer.co.uk , Simplyhired.co.uk , Uk.linkedin.com

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Writing book reviews is one of the best ways to get paid to read books online.

As a book reviewer, you’re tasked with reading and reviewing books, which in return can earn you a paycheck.

This blog post will show you five of the top-paying book review sites where you can submit your pitches and get hired for book review jobs.

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Book review jobs sites that pay reviewers

So, if you want to get paid to review books online , here is a list of five websites that you can explore to find book review jobs:

1) The US Review of Books

The US Review of Books has fair terms for reviewers, and the pay is usually between $25 and $75. To be accepted you’ll need to submit your resume, samples, and references. You’ll also be asked to do a sample review.

The site doesn’t have tough guidelines, the reviews can be half summary, half commentary. Most of the reviews requested will be around 300 words and you can expect to earn $25 for each. For longer reviews that are around $600 the pay can be as high as $75

The first review you will do will be treated as an application and you are compensated nonetheless, whether you’re hired eventually or not.

The pay might not seem much especially when you factor in the hours it will take you to read a book. However, if you are a faster reader, you can easily lock in $250-$750 doing 10 reviews a month.

Another added benefit of writing reviews for The US Review of Books is that you will be listed in its directory of reviewers that you can use as social proof and also get a backlink to your site.

The site pays via PayPal. US Review of Books encourages readers and authors alike to visit their website.

2) Kirkus Reviews

Kirkus Reviews isn’t transparent with their rates but some people claim that it’s usually $50 per review.

The media company has been in existence since 1933, so it is a legitimate company. That said, the reviews from Glassdoor seem to suggest that the editors will ask you to change your review if it’s negative, thus interfering with your work ethics as a book reviewer.

The reviews are around 350 words long with 2 weeks turnaround time. If you still want to apply, simply head over to this page and contact an editor.

3) OnlineBookClub

Though a popular book review website, many people do not recommend OnlineBookClub because of its tough and demanding guidelines with extremely low pay.

While they claim to pay up to $60 per review, most reviewers earn their lowest rates, which is actually $5 per review.

Reviews are easily rejected and can affect your review score. When you join, your score will be below 35, meaning that you will be bagging home $0 per review as they only begin to pay beyond the 35-point mark.

There are no clear guidelines on improving your score apart from the fact that you will have to engage in a forum and give shoutouts on social media. The editors aren’t as responsive either.

4) Booklist Publications

Booklist Publications is a book review website whose pay is not as appealing. Booklist pays $15 per review and only upon publication. This means that even if your review is accepted, you might have to wait a while

For published reviews, you will get one line credit and you can also be listed as a reviewer on their directory page.

To get started, you will need to fill in an application form answering basic questions and if you are fit the team will get back to you.

5) Women’s Review of Books

Women’s Review of Books is a publication of Wellesley Centers for Women, a part of Wellesley College, and reportedly pays $100 per review.

The publication specifically reviews books about women or written by women.

They expect their reviewers to have journalistic, academic, or strong book review backgrounds.

So if you believe that you can develop thought-provoking reviews you can start pitching your idea to them.

They pay on a review basis. To get started, send in a review pitch proposal about the book you want to review, its publication date, and your angle to the editors. You can find contact details on this page.

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How to Make Money by Writing Books: 8 Tips for Success

Of course, making money by writing books should ideally involve publishing well-received and popular works. But for most authors, it also means activating several income streams that stem from your career as an author. By supplementing royalty earnings with additional writerly activities, many authors can quit their 9-5 jobs and make a living. 

If you’re dreaming of making money by writing books, here are 8 tips to help you out: 

1. Write a lot, and to market 

Contrary to popular belief, a bestseller isn't loved by everyone, but rather by a niche audience obsessed with it. As bestselling author Suzy K Quin says, “Best-sellers target a pre-made audience .” The ‘pre-made’ audience can be genre readers, sub-genre readers or a very specific demographic that a book will resonate with. As Quin pointed out in her talk at SPS Live 2022 , Eat, Pray, Love targeted single women in their 30s — and their enthusiasm for this book helped create a buzz around it. 

In other words, if you want to write a book that sells, it’s key to write for a niche group that will truly resonate with it.  Reedsy’s Ricardo Fayet said at the same event that this is the equivalent of the startup world’s “Product-market fit — when a company creates a product that is perfect for a specific market.”

Touch on themes that resonate with your genre’s readers

Each genre tends to be associated with certain themes — sci-fi with justice, oppression, and freedom; fantasy with good and evil; romance with hope and love, etc. So, one way to ensure your book is well targeted to your market is to look at the themes associated with your genre. If you aren't sure how to go about this, reflect on the books within your genre that you’ve read and try to connect them with common plot themes.

Consider using genre tropes

Genre fiction frequently uses tropes that readers are already familiar with, as they keep returning for new books with the same tropes they've previously liked. In fact, many of the traction that books pick up on TikTok is based on popular tropes — romance tropes such as ‘enemies to lovers’ or fantasy tropes like ‘the reluctant hero’. Moreover, tropes have become significant to the extent that authors have started to incorporate them into their marketing too, as evident in this marketing material from author Ali Hazelwood.

Release new titles as often as possible

Writing to market is just one part of the equation. To make serious money by writing, word of mouth about your books has to build momentum, which can only happen if you write multiple titles or a trilogy or series that keeps readers coming back. So, keep writing, and don’t get dejected if your first book doesn’t immediately skyrocket to success. For more on boosting your writerly productivity, head to our post on writing faster .

For fictional series, consider the following:

• What might happen to your main character(s) after the events of this book? Is their story truly finished? Maybe their arc in Book 1 is only the first stage of a much larger journey — this could become a longer series .
• Could you shift the focus to a secondary character? Another common approach for series, especially in romance , is to write sequels based on secondary characters from previous books — keeping a familiar cast while giving the story a fresh spin.
• What about a brand-new story in the same universe? This would technically become a new “interlinking” series, but it would still draw readers from the original books.

 Alternatively, for a nonfiction series:

• Do I have anything more to say on this topic? Is there an area you didn’t have time to research or space to expand on? Make it the subject of your next, related work.
• What’s the natural progression from here? Think of your books as how-to steps. Say your first book is about how to set up a small business; your second might be about how to grow that business over the next five years.
• What else would my readers find interesting? Return to your target market and figure out what they want! For instance, if your first book were true crime , you’d likely find that your target readers are gobbling up more of the same — which might compel you to write another book about a different case.

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2. Polish your manuscript with an editor

There’s a reason that the highest-earning authors, without exception, work with professional editors. Authors are often too close to their story to see their work’s flaws without biases  — and they usually also don’t have the years of experience that an editor can bring to the task. A developmental editor can tell you whether your book’s big-picture progression makes sense, spot any plot holes or incomplete character arcs, and consider how your book compares to competitor titles in its genres. 

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Here are some stories of other authors who’ve worked with Reedsy editors:

• How My Nonfiction Book Became a Reputable Tech Resource by Marlon Buchanan
• My Reedsy-Edited Memoir Landed Me a TEDx Talk by Niyati Tamaskar
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• How the Right Editor Helped Me Grow as a Bestselling Fantasy Author by Antoine Bandele

3. Keep as many of the royalties as possible

The royalties you receive depend on whether you self-publish or traditionally publish your book. While self-publishing requires that you invest in editing, cover design, and book marketing upfront, you get to keep the rights to your book and a significantly higher amount of the royalties — for books that prove commercially popular, that usually proves lucrative.

To give you a  rough estimate of how much authors make , self-publishing allows you to keep 50-70% of the royalties, while traditional publishing gives you 5-20% (assuming you ‘earn out’ your advance). Indie authors often go solo out of choice not because they’ve failed to be published traditionally, but to secure a bigger share of the earnings pie. If you’re on the fence about which path to publication is right for you, our one-minute quiz can help you out:

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4. Build up your author platform

To succeed financially, you must put on more than just your ‘author’ hat. As Darren Hardy (Amazon’s UK manager of Author and Editorial Programmes) emphasized at SPS Live 2022, this means “ treating your book as a business .”

Building up your author platform is a long-term investment in your writing career. While having an author website and an active social media presence is useful, setting up an author mailing list takes the cup when it comes to delivering results. A mailing list can help you build an engaged audience, announce new releases, secure pre-orders and create long-lasting relationships with your loyal fans. It helps you build credibility, establish your authority, and make offers to people who already know you and want to hear from you. 

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5. Make your books accessible to more readers

Making your book available in multiple formats allows you to tap into different pools of readers — some people only read ebooks , others only browse in-store, others can only listen to audiobooks for accessibility reasons (and many people just listen to audio for the fun and convenience of it). In other words, if you aren’t already offering your work in more than one format, doing so could expand your readership. 

The same principle can be applied to foreign language markets —  translating your book enables you to tap into new markets of readers in your genre. The German, French, Italian, Spanish, Indian, Chinese, and Japanese markets generally prove successful with independent authors — other markets, like Greece, not so much (Greeks somehow never fell for ebooks). 

In fact, you might even consider how to best promote your English-language book across the pond from wherever you’re based — for British authors, the American market offers massive potential, and British readership is always a nice added bonus for American authors. Think about doing a marketing push in a new territory, considering things like digital ads, book cover aesthetics, and your book’s title . 

💡 Fun fact: British author Emma Jane Unsworth’s novel Adults was published as Grown Ups in the USA. Clearly, her publishers thought the difference mattered!

6. Promote new releases as well as your backlist

Promoting your backlist along with your newest release can dramatically increase your overall sales. This can be done by creating a book bundle — offering your older books at a discounted price when people buy your newest book. This is especially useful if you have a series and put a discount on the first few books 一 you readers will have to pay full price to know how it all ends! So hook new readers and get them invested in your collection. 

You can play around with different price points, but make it a time-bound offer and make the discount evident. Use your email list, newsletter, and social media to promote this to your best capabilities. Another popular tactic authors use is setting up their latest book for pre-order and then running targeted ad campaigns . This helps generate a certain buzz around your book even before it’s out.  

Looking for more marketing ideas and insights? You can grab a free copy of How to Market a Book by Reedsy co-founder Ricardo Fayet below.

7. Offer services related to your product

Authors do make money from writing books, but they also make money from all the related services they can offer once they’ve built up their platform.  These could take the form of speaking engagements where you share your journey as an author, seminars and courses teaching the craft of writing, or even consulting services (especially for non-fiction authors). 

Speaking engagements

Val Breit, founder of The Common Cents Club , didn’t think she’d be invited to do any public speaking: “Without any mention of speaking on my website, social media, or in my book, I received paid invitations to speak just a few months after publishing. Albeit nerve-racking, I connected with new readers, expanded my author platform, and even paid a few bills!”

If you already know you’re interested in doing speaking engagements, do mention this in your author website ’s Contact page. This can be done in a few different ways:

• “For speaking enquiries, contact me at [email address]” 
• “I am available for speaking engagements on the topic of X, Y, and Z.”
• “Previous speaking engagements” section, followed by photos or videos of you speaking.

Coaching or consulting (if you’re a nonfiction author) 

Many established authors offer coaching services to new authors, assisting them with things like project plans, feedback on their writing, and navigating the confusing world of publishing. You could even offer to tutor language students in English .

Also, if you’ve written a book on a nonfiction subject, you can earn money by consulting on it. Publishing a book (or multiple books) in your field has already established you as an expert; it’s only natural to leverage that status into consulting.

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Courses and seminars 

While one-on-one coaching and consulting sessions are great, you might be better off hosting courses and seminars multiple people can take at once. For these, you’d put together more in-depth, widely applicable content on a topic of your choice — for example, “How to Write Sparkling Dialogue” or “How to Turn Your Blog Into a Book” — and market it to other writers, either through a multi-part course or an interactive presentation. 

Ghostwriting and/or editing services

If you’ve got the skills to pay the bills, ghostwriting and editing can be very lucrative — but getting through projects can also be quite time-consuming, so prepare to commit at least several hours a week if you go this route. Reedsy’s marketplace can provide you with a reliable source of freelance projects:

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There are 500,000+ authors on Reedsy need help publishing their book

Learn more about how Reedsy can help.

💡Learn more about how you can become an editor or a ghostwriter over on our Freelancer blog.

8. Study how other authors make money 

Many authors today are finding creative ways to make more money with their books — be it starting a crowdfunding campaign or selling books directly to readers. Brandon Sanderson raised a record-setting $41 million on Kickstarter for 4 books he wrote during the pandemic — and many other authors can finance their books with the help of their fans. If you want to learn how they do it, sign up to our free course below.

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Another tactic independent authors are starting to turn to is direct sales, as mentioned by Joanna Penn at the SPS Live conference in 2022 . This involves directly selling your book to readers through e-commerce platforms , allowing you to keep the entire cut of the sale instead of just the royalties . Here’s Ricardo Fayet’s analysis from his weekly book marketing newsletter — which you can sign up to here :

The first benefit of direct sales is obvious: you make more money per copy sold. It won’t be 100% of the list price, as there are always taxes and payment processing fees, but it certainly is a lot more than 70%… It’s not just about the money, though. There are many other benefits that come from selling direct, which can be even more valuable than the extra $ you gain: You own the customer data. When a reader buys your book on Amazon (or any other retailer), you have no idea who they are. You don’t get their email address, nor their name — nothing. When you sell direct, however, you do collect this data. Which means that you can immediately add them to your mailing list (prior consent), and even segment your list based on their purchase. You own the retail interface. Discoverability on retailers works both ways: while readers might come across your book while searching for another one, they might also find another book when looking for yours. On your website, the only books that readers will see are yours. You own the tracking. One of the reasons why advertising books is so complicated is that you can’t track anything that happens after the reader clicks on your ad and lands on your book page. Except, of course, if that book page is on your website — in which case you can use tracking tools like Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, etc. You can even optimize your ads for conversion (more on that in a future email). So why isn’t everyone selling their books directly through their website already? Because there’s a big tradeoff: discoverability. 

Fayet goes on to explain that direct sales are an appealing option for authors who already have a following, and don’t need to rely on retailers — though you do need to be aware that with the increased earnings may come decreased visibility on Amazon, whose algorithms won’t pick up as much traction for your book.

If this isn’t making much sense, take our free course on Amazon algorithms to demystify the way the platform spotlights certain books:

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We hope you now feel more confident in terms of being able to make money with your book. Remember, create the best possible version of the book you can (for a tailored audience), take yourself seriously, learn from others, and don’t hold back on promoting your book . Good luck!

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Get Paid To Read Books! 11 Savvy Ways For Bookworms To Make Money

Are you a bibliophile? Are you the sort of person who always has their head in a book?

Or perhaps you used to be a real bookworm when you were younger, but you dropped the habit as you got older and busier.

Well, here’s a way to get you reading regularly again – and making money from it!

Yes, it’s possible to get paid to read books at home!

From paid book reviewer jobs, to writing book summaries for money, to working for aspiring authors and helping to get new books published – you can spend your days curled up reading and get paid for it.

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Here are 11 clever ways to make money reading books:

Become a paid book reviewer

Book blogger, book influencer, proofreading, audiobook narrator, professional reader, run a book club, virtual assistant, sell textbook summaries, literary agent.

If you ended up reading this article, you probably read a lot anyway just for fun. Perhaps you also write up reviews of the books you finish on Goodreads or a similar site, to help you keep track.

Imagine if you could get paid to review books? Well, you can!

There are plenty of sites that pay you to read books and post your reviews online.

Note: you should think of reviewing books for money as more of a fun side hustle than a full time job opportunity. Most of these sites don’t pay very well. Plus, the work can be inconsistent.

But, if you really love reading and discovering new authors, getting paid to review books can be a fantastic bonus for something you’d do anyway! 

Plus, most of these sites will give you free books – which means big savings if you have an expensive reading habit!

Just be warned: paid book reviewer jobs can be kind of competitive.

Most of these jobs require writing samples. And it goes without saying that you should be a passionate and insightful reader.

If you are interested in how to become a book reviewer and get paid, but you don’t yet have any experience, I would strongly recommend you invest some time writing unpaid reviews to publish on Goodreads or your own blog (more on this below!).

This will help you build up writing samples and credibility that you can use to apply for paid work.

Anyway, here’s a list of sites where you can review books for money:

Kirkus Reviews 

Kirkus is an established company that offers various services to self-published and indie writers, including book reviews, editing and marketing.

At the time of writing, they are accepting applications for freelance book reviewers for Kirkus Indie, which focused on indie authors and self-published books. They pay cash for book reviews in many different genres. Reviews should be around 350 words in length.

You can apply by sending your resume and writing samples to the email address on the Kirkus Media careers page . Keep an eye on this page for potential other publishing job opportunities, such as editing or marketing!

Online Book Club

Online Book Club is a well established website for book lovers.  They send out free books to anyone interested in reviewing. Your first review will be unpaid, but after that you can earn between $5 and $60 per review.

Online Book Club demands honest reviews – unlike some sites where authors will pay for good reviews!

Sign up to become a reviewer here .

Bonus: you can also sign up to their mailing list for a free or heavily discounted book every day!

Publishers Weekly

Publishers Weekly is a publishing industry magazine and website. At the time of writing, they are seeking experienced freelance book reviewers to cover various genres. In particular, they say they are looking for ‘members of diverse communities’ – so if that’s you, it’s well worth applying!

To apply, send a resume and sample review to the email address listed on their job page .

The US Review of Books

The U.S. Review of Books hires freelance writers to write book reviews. You’ll need a resume, writing sample and references to apply – see the full requirements here .

Once you’re accepted, you can apply to review specific books that interest you, and you’ll be assigned to write about the books that best fit your profile.

Book Browse

Book Browse is a review site for people who love to read. They offer ‘modest payment’ for approved book reviews. On average, you can expect to write one review per month.

You should have two sample reviews of at least 300 words each to apply. If you’re ready, apply here .

Writerful Books

This site is currently requesting book review submissions in the genres of contemporary fiction, historical and literary fiction, and recent non-fiction. 

Initial reviews will be unpaid, but if you become a ‘trusted reviewer’ you may be offered a fee of $10 to $50 per review. There is also a chance to earn a $100 Amazon gift voucher for submitting unpaid reviews.

Learn more here .

Booklist is a journal for librarians, to help them select new books for their shelves or to recommend to readers. 

They have a limited amount of opportunities for freelance writers to submit book reviews and blog posts. Each review should be up to 175 words, and is paid up to $15.

To apply, send writing samples to the editor in charge of the section you wish to write for. You can read the full guidelines here .

Women’s Review of Books

Women’s Review of Books is published by Wellesley Centers for Women. It’s a feminist publication that focuses on writing by and about women. They are looking for experienced and thought-provoking reviewers.

To start the application process, send your resume, cover letter and samples of published reviews to the contact on this page . Their rate of pay is 14 cents per published word (or $100 to tenured faculty members).

• Reedsy Discovery

This is a site to connect self-published authors with readers interested in getting their hands on new independent writing. If you’re accepted as a reviewer, you’ll get access to hundreds of books for free.

Reedsy doesn’t pay their reviewers, but other readers can send ‘tips’ of a few dollars if they enjoyed a review! I’m not sure how much money you would realistically make from tips, but it might be worth a try.

If you’re an avid reader who loves writing book reviews and discussing books, another option is to become a book blogger.

Unlike the sites listed above, you won’t get paid per review if you publish on your own blog. It will take longer to see an income.

But, you’ll be building up your own brand and business, and this can be much more profitable in the long run.

Running a book blog is also just a great way to develop your writing style and just build up some samples of your work to show when you apply for book reviewer jobs on a freelance basis.

So how will you actually make money with your book blog?

Well, there are a few different ways:

Affiliate marketing

When you recommend a book to your audience, it’s only natural to provide a link where they can buy it online.

If somebody buys through your link, some retailers will pay you a commission!

That’s called affiliate marketing, and it’s a fantastic way to monetise a book blog while providing a useful service to your readers.

Amazon has its own affiliate program, which is very useful for book bloggers. Many other publishers and retailers have their own affiliate programs too. 

Advertising

You can place adverts on your blog, and earn money each time a reader views or clicks on the ad. 

The most common ad network for beginners is Google Adsense. Once you start getting more traffic, there are other ad companies that pay higher rates.

For example, once you have over 10,000 pageviews per month you can join Monumetric , and at 50,000 sessions a month you can join Mediavine . I use both of these ad networks on different blogs I run and I’m very happy with them 🙂

Sponsored posts and reviews

Once you have a large enough following, some publishers and authors may pay you to feature their books. You will almost certainly get offered lots of free books, too!

How to start a book blog?

Want to get started? I have a full, step by step tutorial on setting up your own blog here .

I’ve even included screenshots so you can see exactly how it all works!

You don’t have to be technical to start a blog. You can be all up and running within an hour if you follow my instructions . Then it’s as simple as logging on and writing 🙂

If running a website isn’t for you, you could also consider starting a book review account on TikTok, YouTube or Instagram – or even a podcast.

Book-related content on these platforms is known as BookTok, Bookstagram and BookTube respectively.

As with blogging, it can take a while to build a following. But once you have a big enough following as a book influencer, you can start making money from sponsorship, affiliate sales and more.

And there is serious money in sponsored content. According to a Vox article from March 2023, some BookTokers earn around $2,000 per video.

Where to get free books to review for bloggers and influencers

Here are some sites where book bloggers and influencers can get free books to review:

• NetGalley  
• LibraryThing
• Your New Books
• Readers’ Favorite
• Bethany House

Also, many publishers will send out free review copies directly to bloggers and influencers in exchange for a review. If there is a particular book you want to review, you can always identify the publisher and contact them directly.

Search on the publisher’s website for information on how to request review copies or ARCs (Advanced Reader Copies). Most publishers have a page on their website dedicated to this information. I haven’t listed them here, because there are just so many!

If you can’t find this information on the publisher’s website, try emailing their publicity department.

If you enjoy reading, it’s likely that you also have a high command of the English language. 

Do you often pick out mistakes in the books that you read?

Are you the sort of person who always notices typos and grammatical errors?

You should consider becoming a freelance proofreader !

These days, it’s easier than ever for aspiring writers to self-publish their books. And any good writer will hire a proofreader to check over their manuscript for errors before they publish.

This means there is plenty of demand for freelance proofreaders to proofread book manuscripts.

Do you have a strong grasp of English and a sharp eye for detail? Learn how to build a flexible online business as a proofreader.

You can find work through various online proofreading agencies, or you can advertise your services through freelance platforms such as Upwork and Fiverr .

How much can you earn proofreading books?

According to pro proofreader Caitlin Pyle, the founder of the Proofread Anywhere training courses, you can earn anywhere from $100 to $500 for proofreading a standard non fiction novel.

But of course, that’s just a rough guide. Your earnings will depend on your experience, the book length, and the subject matter.

If you’re an expert in a particular field, for example, you can command much higher fees for proofreading non fiction technical books.

Audiobooks are getting more and more popular.

Many people don’t have time to sit down with a book – but they do have time to listen to audiobooks while they’re at the gym or on their commute.

Plus, subscriptions such as Audible make it so easy!

This all means there is work for people who can record audio books.

You’ll obviously need a pleasant and clear speaking voice. It can also be an advantage if you can perform various other voices and accents.

This is not the cheapest side hustle to get into, because you will need some specialist recording (and possibly editing) equipment if you want to work from home.

You’ll also need to make sure you have a quiet room with good acoustics – perhaps not such a good work from home job for parents !

But if you fit all these criteria, you could get paid to read books aloud.

And if you can establish yourself as a narrator, you can earn upwards of $100 per finished audio hour.

Just keep in mind that each finished hour can take several hours of recording, re-recording and editing!

You can find independent audiobook narration work on the usual freelance platforms. It’s also worth signing up to ACX , which is Amazon/Audible’s own audiobook platform.

There are various other audiobook publishers and voice acting agencies which may advertise work or auditions from time to time.

Yes, this is a thing that exists!

Publishing houses and literary agents receive a huge amount of submissions from aspiring authors. Too many for the editors to possibly read through themselves.

So, many publishers hire professional readers to make their way through the ‘slush pile’.

Readers compile detailed reports on new manuscripts, helping to identify which books will eventually be published. Usually this will involve a summary of the plot, notes on the main characters, and your opinion on the target audience and marketability of the book.

Some publishing companies use freelance readers. Other times, the job is performed by assistants or interns.

Not surprisingly, there’s a lot of interest in this job. You’ll have a better chance of getting work if you have a relevant background in literature or publishing.

It will also help to show writing samples, such as book reviews you’ve published on a review site or on your blog.

Look for freelance reader or editorial assistant opportunities on the websites of your favourite publishers and agents, or contact them directly.

If you want to combine your love of reading with a flair for event planning, consider running a series of book clubs.

Yes, many people run informal book clubs for free. But there are also people who will pay for a well organised book club/discussion group in a nice venue, perhaps with refreshments.

You could add other offerings such as author Q&As, book swaps, talks, giveaways and themed nights.

I have seen paid book clubs like this on topics such as self development, personal finance and professional growth. Basically, these are areas where people are willing to invest in themselves.

But you could make a fun and lucrative book club around any topic if you plan it well!

With the rise in self publishing, many writers find themselves struggling to do the work of an entire publishing team: not just writing, but coordinating editing, proofreading, cover design, marketing, and so on.

This is where you can help!

You can offer Virtual Assistant services to self published writers, and help with these tasks and more.

Some ideas of services you can offer are:

• managing social media
• outreach to book bloggers and influencers
• email management
• formatting ebooks
• writing blurbs/descriptions and listing on retail sites
• submitting to review sites
• liaising with proofreaders, editors, cover designers, etc.

Editing is another obvious job choice for readers with a great command of written English, and it’s also a location-independent job that you can do as an online side hustle. 

There are two types of editing, which are often confused but are in fact two different jobs.

Editors deal with the content of a book or article. They may suggest revisions or rewrites, or suggest general changes to the structure and content.

Copy editors deal with the text itself. They make edits to the style, grammar, accuracy and formatting. This job is often combined with proofreading .

You can find freelance work as an editor, copy editor or proofreader for independent authors on freelance sites such as Upwork.

If you have a specialist area of expertise, consider marketing yourself in this niche – you can demand higher fees.

Most university courses have a LOT of reading.

If you’re a student yourself, you’ll know it’s easy to get behind on your reading assignments.

Not to mention, the cost of buying new textbooks, and the fact that university libraries only have limited copies, means sometimes you can’t even get your hands on the books you need!

I previously published an interview with Annelies , a university student who set up a side gig selling summaries of her required reading to coursemates.

She simply made sure to stay ahead of the required reading, typed up neat notes, and sold them to other students who needed them.

If you’re a current student who’s always on top of your reading assignments, why not give this a try? It will help with your own studies and bring in some extra cash for the work you’d be doing anyway!

So far we’ve mainly talked about side hustles or ways to make extra money reading books. But what if you want to make reading books your full-time job? 

Literary agent is a dream job for any bookworm. Agents represent authors, and they essentially help their authors turn their writing into money by securing and negotiating publishing contracts, advising on profitable creative directions and other business decisions.

If you are an avid reader who is also business savvy, this could be the literary career for you. To become a literary agent, you would need a degree in a relevant field, work experience in publishing, and soft skills such as communication and organisation.

Get ready to earn money reading books

What do you think about the ideas in this post? Are you ready to get paid to read?

If you’ve tried any of these side hustles for book lovers, please share your experiences in the comments to help other readers!

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20 Proven Ways To Get Paid To Read Books in 2024

F or many people, curling up with a good book is the best way to pass the time. However, it may not have occurred to you to turn your love of reading into a stream of income. Whether it’s reading books aloud, editing or just plain reading there are several ways you can earn a few extra bucks by simply doing what you love to do. 

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20 Ways To Read Books for Money

In today’s digital age, where the demand for content is ever-growing, getting paid to be a book reader is not out of the realm of possibility–in fact, it can even become a side gig. Whether you’re a bibliophile looking to turn your passion into a source of passive income or someone seeking flexible work opportunities, there are numerous ways to monetize your love for reading in 2024.

Here are 20 different ways and websites where you can get paid to read books:

• Kirkus Review
• Findaway Voices
• The U.S. Review of Books
• Reedsy Discovery
• Online Book Club
• Audiobook Narration
• Start a Blog or Podcast About Books
• Translate Books
• Join an Online Reading Community
• Monetize Your Social Media Platforms 
• Offer Literary Consulting Courses
• Do Freelance Editing
• Start Beta Reading
• Submit Writing to a Literary Magazine
• Create Book Summaries

1. Kirkus Review

Kirkus Review is a highly reputable website that reviews books of all genres and formats. The site is seeking experienced reviewers of English and Spanish titles written by self-published authors for Kirkus Indie.

This gig does not appear to be for newbies, as the site requests a resume, writing samples and a list of reviewing specialties. With most freelance gigs, the more impressive your writing samples and the more prestigious places you have been published, the better your chances of being selected.

2. Booklist

Booklist is part of the American Library Association. Its reviewers help school and public library workers to choose books for purchase or recommendation to library patrons. Booklist calls its reviews “the haiku of book reviewing,” requesting 150-to-175-word reviews that include a plot synopsis, suggest the book’s ideal audience and recommend similar titles.

ACX offers professional narrators and audiobook producers the opportunity to earn money working with published authors who need a narrator for their book. You can also earn money by referring Audible users to your recorded books through the Bounty Referral Program.

You can enlist the help of other studio professionals to complete and finalize your audio recording. You’ll get paid once the audiobook is published or you’ll receive ongoing pay equal to 50% of the royalties on sales. Once you have at least 25 audiobooks under your belt, you can apply to be an Audible Approved Producer.

4. Findaway Voices

Findaway Voices works similarly to ACX, where authors choose narrators to create audiobooks for them. It offers a comprehensive guide with all the tools to help you succeed.

You can create a profile as a narrator. You’ll receive a custom URL to make it easy for authors to find you. Then, upload samples of your work, along with an audio intro, bio, cover image and an avatar.

Voices is a marketplace for voiceover artists to find jobs or list their availability for projects. The platform says that more than 5,000 jobs are posted each month. When you’re done with a project, your payment is deposited automatically into PayPal.

Projects listed under the “audiobooks” skill offer pay ranging from $250 up to $375. As a voiceover artist, you can choose your rates and delivery time when you list your services.

Simply create your profile and upload samples of your work — you can upload an unlimited number of samples for free. If you opt for the paid Premium membership, you’ll be matched with jobs that fit your profile.

6. The US Review of Books

With the tagline “Professional Reviews for the People,” The US Review of Books publishes a monthly newsletter of book reviews to help authors get the word out about their newest titles. Reviewers are expected to write between 250 and 300 words, offering a plot synopsis and insights. The site’s guidelines request “heart and succinct writing,” without using first-person language in the review. The review can compare similar books, offer opinions or discuss the author’s experience and previous titles.

Reviewers can request their preferences from a list of titles. Once assigned, The US Review of Books expects reviews to be submitted within two to three weeks.

7. Reedsy Discovery

Reedsy Discovery doesn’t pay a flat rate, or even an hourly rate, for reviews. Instead, it allows readers to share tips of $1, $3 or $5 to reviewers in appreciation of their work. You won’t get rich writing reviews for Reedsy, but it is a great way to hone your skills if you are looking to write reviews for larger, more well-known sites, like Kirkus Reviews.

The application process for Reedsy is easy. Just provide your email address and first and last name to create an account. You’ll also have an opportunity to upload an avatar. Then, answer a few questions about your reading habits and the genres you’d like to review. Include a brief bio. To improve your chances of being selected, share links to some of your best reviews. You can submit reviews on video or in written form.

8. BookBrowse

BookBrowse requires review applicants to have good quality sample reviews of at least 300 words before applying. Reviewers must also submit a “Beyond the Book” article in conjunction with each review. Most reviewers write one review per month, and titles include adult fiction and non-fiction, as well as young adult fiction.

The application process is easy and requires listing your favorite genres, sharing two high-quality reviews — plus a link to other reviews if you’d like — and a short bio.

Upwork is one of the largest online marketplaces for freelancers, and you can find plenty of book review opportunities amidst other freelance writing gigs. Qualifications and requirements will vary depending on the client and the specific project. In many cases, Upwork can provide a foot in the door to ongoing work as a book reviewer, making it one of the best sites that will, indirectly, pay you to read books.

Create a Freelancer account on the site, list your skills and experience and upload a portfolio. Then search for jobs and submit proposals for the ones you want. If a client wants to hire you, they’ll send you a contract.

10. Online Book Club

OnlineBookClub.org lets you choose the titles you’d most like to read from a list of books. You receive the books free and then write a review. Your won’t be paid in cash for your first review, but subsequent reviews pay between $5 and $60, according to the website.

Unlike many other online review websites, you do not need to submit an application or have previous book review samples published. That makes this website more open to beginning reviewers.

11. Audiobook Narration

Audiobook narration and production are growing fields with opportunities for voice actors, editors, and producers. If you love audiobooks and have a great voice this offers you the chance to combine your love of reading and performing. 

12. Start a Blog or Podcast About Books

Create your own platform, such as a blog or podcast, dedicated to discussing books. Once you build a loyal audience, you can monetize your platform through ads, sponsored content, affiliate marketing and even Patreon subscriptions. It may take a while to start earning real money this way, but once you find your audience it could lead to a financial windfall.

Freelance or blog writing gigs related to books and literature are abundant. You can pitch book reviews, listicles, essays, and other content ideas to online publications, magazines, and blogs that pay for quality book-related content.

13. Translate Books

If you’re proficient in multiple languages, you can explore opportunities in book translation. Translating books from one language to another can be a lucrative niche, especially for in-demand languages.

14. Join an Online Reading Community

Platforms such as Goodreads and BookTube, which is the YouTube page dedicated to books, offer opportunities for readers to share their thoughts on books they’ve read. If you grow your following and become an influencer in the literary world you can easily start monetizing your content.

Organize and host virtual book clubs for readers interested in discussing and analyzing books together. Charge a fee for membership or session participation, creating a community while earning income.

15. Monetize Your Social Media Platforms

Grow your social media presence by sharing book recommendations, reviews and literary insights. Once you have a sizable following, you can earn money through sponsored posts, affiliate links, and brand partnerships.

Some market research companies and academic institutions will pay you to read books and provide feedback through surveys or interviews. You can even partner with bookstores, publishers, and literary subscription services to promote their products or services. Collaborations can range from sponsored content to ambassador programs, providing both exposure and income.

16. Offer Literary Consulting Services

Provide consulting services to authors, publishers or literary agencies. This could involve manuscript evaluations, market research, or strategic planning for book launches.

If you have a passion for discovering new talent and negotiating deals, you could even offer literary agent services as a part of your fee. Representing authors and their works can be financially rewarding, especially if you have a good eye for marketable books.

17. Do Freelance Editing

If you have a keen eye for detail and a love for editing, consider offering editorial services to authors and publishers. This could include proofreading, copyediting, and developmental editing, all of which can be done remotely.

18. Start Beta Reading

Authors often seek beta readers to provide feedback on their manuscripts before publication. While some may offer this service for free, others are willing to pay for detailed feedback and insights, which is a great way to not only make money but also get your hands on new books before anyone else.

19. Submit Writing to a Literary Magazine

Many literary magazines and journals pay for short stories, essays and poems. As a literary enthusiast, you can submit your creative work or work as an editor for these publications. Generally, when you submit you can get the whole issue for free as well. 

20. Become a Book Reviewer

Many websites, blogs, and publications pay individuals to write thoughtful and insightful book reviews. Platforms like NetGalley, Goodreads, and Publishers Weekly often offer opportunities for book reviewers to receive free copies of books in exchange for their reviews.

Final Take To GO

If you have a passion for reading and a way with words, you can combine your hobby with your skillset to get paid for reading books. Getting paid to read books is not just a dream but a viable reality thanks to the myriad opportunities available in the digital age. Whether you choose to write reviews, create content, offer services or explore entrepreneurial ventures, the key lies in leveraging your passion for literature into profitable endeavors. 

This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com : 20 Proven Ways To Get Paid To Read Books in 2024