Book Spotlight Submission Form

Greeting & Introduction

Greeting*

Introduction*

Links to include in Introduction section.

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Cover Image & Purchase Menu

I will actually do this for you, but I included it in the template so you would be familiarized with the layout. It will include purchase links (again, I will do this part) for our readers to immediately purchase the title from their choice of various online sources.

From which of the Following Sites can this Title be purchased?(Please visit each of the sites below and mark if the Spotlight Title can be purchased from it.)*

Premise

Plot Summary*

Summarize the Plot.

Links to include in Premise section.

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Book & Movie Trailers

Book Trailers are becoming more frequent and are especially neat to include. If the book has been optioned for a movie, that trailer (or both) would go here, too.

Is there a Book Trailer for this Title?*

YouTube URL:

Has this Title been Optioned for a Movie?*

YouTube URL:

Gems for Writers

On the blog we review books differently; as its founder is a writer, the aspects upon which we review the titles are elements of fiction that create a deeper, richer, more developed story. The greatest stories ever told consist of some the following elements; it is your duty, as the reviewer, to identify the literary elements within the story that make it a well-written best-seller (or the ones that cause it to fall short, for that matter). Yes, this is a book review—but books start with the authors. Keep in mind that these are not cut-and-dry; some of these elements will—and do—overlap. Generally, we choose two (2) to four (4) Gems; most frequently, though, we shoot for three (3). For more help with these, consult the Gem List or browse through the completed Book Spotlights on the blog.

Gem 1 Name*

Please specify:

Gem 1 Explanation*

Take a paragraph or so to explain why you chose this Gem.

Gem 2 Name*

Please specify:

Gem 2 Explanation*

Take a paragraph or so to explain why you chose this Gem.

Would you like to include another Gem?*

Gem 3 Name*

Please specify:

Gem 3 Explanation

Take a paragraph or so to explain why you chose this Gem.

Would you like to include another Gem?

Gem 4 Name*

Please specify:

Gem 4 Explanation

Take a paragraph or so to explain why you chose this Gem.

Links to include in Gems for Writers section.

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Pebbles to Polish

This section will not appear in every post. It is optional and should be used sparingly at the reviewer’s discretion. It is not a place to explore your personal literary pet peeves, but rather highlights elements that seriously detract from the enjoyment of the story. As with Gems, feel free to make up your own, but be prepared to rationalize your choice with the Editorial Staff if asked to do so. Use of this section should be reflected in the book’s rating—a book with a rating of 5 should have no need for this section. Whenever possible, use more Gems than Pebble elements. If you feel there are simply no redeeming qualities in a book, consult the Editorial Staff as to whether a review should be published at all. We’re aware that not every book is for every reader, so if you’re a vegetarian and you accidentally picked up a book about the joy of eating steak, we’ll accommodate you as best we can. Please remember that we are professionals and refrain from personal attacks on the author. Such material will not be published. For more help with these, consult the Pebbles List.

Does the Author have any Pebbles to Polish?

Pebble 1 Name

Please specify:

Pebble 1 Explanation

Take a paragraph or so to explain why you chose this Pebble.

Does the Author have any other Pebbles to Polish?

Pebble 2 Name

Please specify:

Pebble 2 Explanation

Take a paragraph or so to explain why you chose this Pebble.

Does the Author have any other Pebbles to Polish?

Pebble 3 Name

Please specify:

Pebble 3 Explanation

Take a paragraph or so to explain why you chose this Pebble.

Links to include in Pebbles to Polish section.

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Rating

The rating system is a 5-star system. You can rate the title from 1-5, including half-steps. Just state your rating in this section, and I will replicate it with the appropriate graphics.

Rating*

Conclusion

Conclusion:*

Tell the readers why you gave the title the above rating, and also why you would or would not recommend the book in a one-paragraph blurb.

Links to include in Conclusion section.

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Images

Do you have any images you'd liketo include in this Spotlight?*

Higher Quality photos preferred:(multiple uploads allowed)

Upload a File

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Closing & Signature

Closing*

Reviewer Signature*

Reviewer Email Address*

Post Title & Copyright Information

Book Title*

Enter Title exactly how it appears on Book.

Is this Title part of a Series?*

Series Title

Enter Series Title here.

Book #

Where does this Book fall within the Series?

Author's Name*

Enter Author's Name exactly how it appears on Book.

Author's Website

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Publisher's Name*

Enter Publisher's Name exactly how it appears on Book.

Publisher's Website

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ISBN-13, ISBN-10, or ASIN*

Please enter the ISBN/ASIN data as it appears in the Book.

Publication Date:

Enter date as it appears in the Book.

Was this Title a Review Request submitted to the blog?*

Did you receive an Advance Reader Copy of this Title?*

If you are unsure whether or not your Title is an ARC, consult the Editorial Staff.