Professional Book Reviewers are tasked to read new literary manuscripts and publications to provide their expert commentary to help readers make a purchase decision. Reviewers often specialize in one area or another like reviewing biographies, fiction and non-fiction novels, technical tutorials and self-help books, to mention some. They can work as part time or freelance reviewers as well as in publishing houses, large bookstore chains, newspapers, broadcast media and the academe.
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Jeremiah G. Thompson
Chippewa St., St Louis, Missouri
Phone: 314-091-4921
Objective
To take on a management position as a Lead Book Reviewer in a large publishing house
Summary of Qualifications
- About 10 years of experience as a freelance book reviewer for a large state broad sheet while working as a college professor of English.
- Excellent written communication skills in English
Career Experience / Job History
2000 – Present: Freelance Book Reviewer for the New York Times
- Accept new and forthcoming book titles in fiction and non-fiction categories for review
- Prepare reviews and submit as email attachments within prescribed deadlines
- Interview authors as requested by the publication for printing on their book jackets.
1999 – 2004: English Professor, Missouri Southern State University
- Conduct English and English Literature classes for the college in accordance with approved curriculum and course plan for English majors
- Assist the English department Head professor in the planning and development of subject curriculum.
Achievements
Portfolio of book reviews and criticisms available on interview
Education
1999 – 2001: Master in Creative Writing, Full Sail University, Florida
1995 – 1199: BA English Literature, Grand Canyon University
Professional and Character References
Can be furnished upon request
