Fill out an Orillia Public Library
Teen Volunteer form available at the volunteer desk in the front lobby or in
the Teen Section on the second floor. Hand in the completed review to a staff
member at the Youth Services desk or at the Children’s and Youth Department on
the first floor. If you don’t hear back right away don’t be afraid to stop by
and ask about volunteering in person!
What books are available for review?
Most “New” books in the teen section
are available for review.
How do I write a book review?
Whether
you've read something you loved or couldn't stand, tell everyone about it! A quick review is fine - share your overall impression or rate the book out of
5 stars.
We are
looking for a review that is ½ to 1 page double spaced maximum! Be sure to tell
everyone what you liked or didn’t like about the book any why without giving
everything away!
Make
sure you proof read your review. Sometimes
it’s helpful for a friend or family member to look it over. When you are all
done email your completed review to ltoutant@orilliapubliclibrary.ca.
If you're not sure what to say about the book, here are some questions and ideas to think about:
If you're not sure what to say about the book, here are some questions and ideas to think about:
- Is the book
memorable or forgettable? Why or why not?
- What books,
movies, or TV shows did the book remind you of? How does it compare?
- Are you familiar
with this author? If yes, how does this book compare to the author's other
books? If not, would you want to read another book by this author?
- Would you
recommend this book to anyone? Describe the person you think would like
this book.
- How would you
describe the writing style?
- Could you tell
what themes or moods the author was trying to express? Do you think they
accomplished their goals?
- Were the
characters interesting or believable?
