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How to Write a Book Review: Other Resources on Writing Reviews

This guide explains what a book review is and how to write a good one. If you have explicit instructions from your professor, either orally, in a handout, or in Canvas, follow those instructions instead.

Other Resources on Writing Book Reviews

There are many web pages on how to write an academic book review. It's important that you look for explanations for writing an academic review, not just any review, as those instructions might not be as stringent as they need to be.Below are a few good web pages on how to write an academic book review.

1. Appreciating and Writing Book Reviews (Dr. Dennis Swanson)

2. Writing Academic Book Reviews (USC Libraries)

3. Writing Academic Book Reviews (Injside Higher Ed)