Goodreads, a popular platform for book reviews and recommendations, has become an essential avenue for publishers to build an audience. Review bombing campaigns have affected other authors as well. Instances of authors attacking reviewers or vice versa demonstrate the potential for spiraling negativity that can negatively impact an author’s reputation and book sales. The effects of online review bombing extend beyond the publishing industry. The threat of review bombing raises questions about the responsibility of platforms like Goodreads and the need for stricter guidelines to protect authors and maintain the integrity of book reviews.

Source: New York Times June 27, 2023 02:20 UTC