Memoir Nation cover image

The State of the Book Review, featuring John McMurtrie

Memoir Nation

00:00

Passion Over Money in Book Reviews

Book reviewers should have a passion for reviewing rather than focusing solely on monetary gain. It is essential to give authors a fair evaluation, avoiding excessive plot descriptions, and following guidelines like John Updike's rules for reviews to provide a valuable review that stands out.

Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app