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🌿 How to Leave a Review Guide for Readers

 

✅ How to Leave a Review for a ShelteringTree.Earth Book

Thank you for supporting our authors. Reviews help readers discover books that speak to their hearts and spirits. Even a short review makes a meaningful difference.

Here’s a simple guide to help you leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads.

✅ 1. What to Write in a Review

Your review does not need to be long or complicated.
A few sentences is enough.

You can share:

• what you enjoyed
• what you learned
• how the book made you feel
• who you think would benefit from it
• your favorite part or takeaway

You do not need to summarize the entire book.

✅ 2. How to Leave a Review on Amazon

Step 1: Go to the book’s Amazon page

Search for the title or use the link provided by the author.

Step 2: Scroll down to “Customer Reviews”

Click “Write a customer review.”

Step 3: Choose a star rating

5 stars = excellent
1 star = poor

Step 4: Write your review

A few sentences is perfect.

Step 5: Click Submit

That’s it — your review is live.

✅ 3. How to Leave a Review on Goodreads

Step 1: Log in to Goodreads

(You can create a free account if you don’t have one.)

Step 2: Search for the book

Click on the correct edition.

Step 3: Click the stars to rate the book

This alone counts as a review.

Step 4: Click “Write a Review”

Add your thoughts and click Save.

✅ 4. Tips for Helpful Reviews

• Be honest
• Be kind
• Be specific
• Keep spoilers minimal
• Share how the book impacted you

✅ 5. Why Reviews Matter

Reviews help:

• authors reach new readers
• bookstores and libraries decide what to carry
• online algorithms recommend the book
• readers discover books that nourish their spirit

Your voice truly makes a difference.

 

 

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