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OnlineBookClub.org

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OnlineBookClub.org is an awesome site for readers. We have international book discussions, virtual bookshelves to track what you have read, original book reviews and much more!


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OnlineBookClub.org Reviews Summary

Online Book Club has established a strong reputation for its supportive and professional approach, with many customers praising the promptness of feedback and the quality of reviews. Authors appreciate the community engagement and the effective promotional strategies that enhance their visibility. However, some concerns have been raised regarding the platform's treatment of genuine reviewers, particularly those using grammar tools, which may lead to account penalties. Overall, while the service is well-received for its reliability and quality, attention to reviewer concerns could further enhance customer satisfaction and trust.

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quality
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India
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Online Book Club is a frustrating platform for professional writers. Genuine reviewers who spend days reading and crafting thoughtful reviews are unfairly penalized. If you use grammar tools like Grammarly, they label it "AI-written" and block your account. Avoiding grammar checkers also risks getting flagged for "too many mistakes." This platform seems to favor AI users, who often bypass these barriers and cash out, facing no real consequences when blocked. After spending three months writing reviews, they wrongly marked one of mine as AI-written, ignored my appeal, and blocked me. Serious writers, steer clear—it's a scam!

Date of experience: November 3, 2024
Texas
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Very, very professionally run company!
November 12, 2024

When you pour your heart and soul into writing a book, you hope that you're able to convey your message clearly and succinctly. The reviewer at OnlineBook Club.org delved into my writing full throttle. I KNOW he really read my words and "got it." In fact, he caught a few typos/errors that my highly paid editors missed! WOW!
There's a checks-and-balances system incorporated wherein the reviewer has to write "blurbs" which are provided to the author for authentication. Brilliant idea! I paid for for Clarion and Kirkus reviews which were in my opinion garbage... nitpicking. This company really delivers the goods in a proper manner with emphasis on the things that really matter, and the potential readers benefit directly.

Date of experience: November 2, 2024
Missouri
1 review
3 helpful votes
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A really positive experience.
November 10, 2024

I was nervous going into this and didn't know what to expect but have been very pleased so far. I had a one month turnaround for the review on my book, I was happy with the review and will definitely be doing this again. Also, Online bookclub communicated every step of the way, which was so appreciated!

Date of experience: October 31, 2024
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Reviewer's review of Asayi
November 9, 2024

Some quality control issues: "Saron" should be Sharon. Reviewer called the main character a "dumb teenage lady." End of first sentence is unfinished. Line six should read "her father." Would appreciate it if you could fix these errors. And thank you for your review. You were very specific and detailed in your comments and that is always good feedback for a writer.

Date of experience: October 30, 2024
Scott H. OnlineBookClub.org Rep
10 months ago

RE: Review ID 76156

Hi, Sharon,

I think you meant to send this as a message to a reviewer of your book, not as a rating of OnlineBookClub.org.

However, if there is any concern about OnlineBookClub.org that would cause you to rate us 4/5 instead of a perfect 5/5, please do let me know. You can email me anytime at:

[email protected]

Thank you,
Scott

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great site
November 7, 2024

Very helpful for editing and understanding various points-of-view on my historical novel, "At Vitoria"

Date of experience: October 28, 2024
GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fair and honest
November 5, 2024

They are truthful with their opinions and you can't ask for more than that.

Date of experience: October 26, 2024
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Easy book promotion
November 4, 2024

The OnlineBookClub process of exposing my book to new readers was simple and cost-effective. Also, they reached out to me and answered all my questions and requests well in advance of the promotion day.

Date of experience: October 25, 2024
Utah
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Review of Four Days
November 3, 2024

I have been on pins and needles waiting for a review of my book. It has been a lifelong dream to write a novel, and starting with this one was extra special. Today when I opened the review...tears sprung to my eyes. I honestly could not believe it. Thank you for giving me and this special story a lift! The review was detailed, without giving away the rest of the story. Reviewer did an excellent job. Overall experience with online book club is 5 out of 5 stars because they are helping me reach the stars!

Date of experience: October 24, 2024
New York
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Inspiring and genuine
October 29, 2024

My debut book has just received its first ever review, and although it only earned 2 out of 5 stars, I am immensely grateful. The book was originally written in Italian, and I then translated it myself into English. Regrettably, there were some formatting errors in the writing that I overlooked due to my impatience.
As a professional photographer, this was my very first foray into writing, and I am incredibly proud of this accomplishment. Regardless of the review, this book represents a piece of my soul, and the mere fact that someone took the time to read it is a triumph for me. While the critical reception may not have been glowing, the experience of bringing this literary work to life has been a profound personal achievement. Even a modest review cannot diminish the sense of pride and fulfillment I feel in having completed this project. It is a significant milestone, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share my creative vision with readers. Eagerly anticipating the day when I can pen the next chapter of Luna's tale, chronicling the captivating journey through her formative years.

Date of experience: October 19, 2024
Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great way to connect with readers!
October 26, 2024

I love this concept. It's a great platform to connect digitally with readers and get my book into their hands.

Date of experience: October 16, 2024
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great, detailed review.
October 26, 2024

Always a professional and nice experience working with the reviewers here.

Date of experience: October 16, 2024
New Mexico
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Thank you!
October 23, 2024

Appreciate your honest feedback & time to review my work. 🙏🏽

Date of experience: October 13, 2024
Kentucky
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Thorough Review
October 22, 2024

I wasn't sure what to expect from this review of Excavating Fate, but I liked how this site ensured the reviewer had read the book by requesting their synopsis of the story. I also appreciated how the reviewer gave their honest feedback about how the story affected them as they read. This has helped me adjust some of the prose accordingly before the book launch in 2025. I'm very satisfied with the process and plan to request more reviews as the time for my book launch grows nearer.

Date of experience: October 9, 2024
Australia
1 review
2 helpful votes
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My experience was FANTASTIC! I received so many positive reviews about my book, Europe on a G-String and I couldn't be happier.

Scott, Sarah and the team at onlinebookclub.org are brilliant and extremely helpful. I can only give them a five out of five star rating!

I am so happy with the outcome and so glad that I did the Book of the Day Promotion with them.

THANK YOU SO MUCH EVERYONE :) :) :)

Date of experience: October 6, 2024
Tennessee
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Quality service
October 10, 2024

They deliver exactly what you pay for. No complaints here

Date of experience: September 29, 2024
Connecticut
1 review
1 helpful vote
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The Canarsee, Stones and Justice
October 2, 2024

From the moment I joined your book club, all have been quite professional and very helpful!

Date of experience: September 22, 2024
Nigeria
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I just started recently but it gives me more knowledge and much understand to read people's book
I really enjoy reading book on this site

Date of experience: September 20, 2024
Indiana
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
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MY DREAM CAME TRUE TODAY!
September 27, 2024

I may be a writer...but I do not have enough words to describe how great having my book being BOOK OF THE DAY was yesterday!

From responding all day to comments, to watching my book rush to become #1 in two of my catagories, I was riding on a thrill ride all day long! Everything I had been working towards was coming true before my eyes. I spent alot of time crying tears of joy.
I am so very honored that my book got to be BOOK OF THE DAY!
The entire process was simple and so very helpful.
To say thank you just does not cover it!

Date of experience: September 17, 2024
Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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David's Space Flight Waking up
September 24, 2024

It was simple to navigate the website. The hardest part was waiting for the reviews but my sister saw them. I was giving the reviewers a few more days. It was a quick process. I'm impressed and recommend online bookclub.

Date of experience: September 13, 2024
GB
1 review
6 helpful votes
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Excellent insightful reviews
August 30, 2024

Many reviewers take their time to give honest feedback and analysis which is much appreciated.

Date of experience: August 20, 2024