What we do
Authors need honest, unbiased feedback to make their books better. We pay readers like you to read books and share what you really think — so authors can refine their writing before it goes to print.
Writing a book is hard. Knowing whether the message actually lands is harder. Friends and family won't give honest criticism. Writing groups are stretched thin. What authors really need is a fresh pair of eyes — someone who'll read the book and say what's working and what isn't.
That's where you come in. BookmarkBug connects authors with readers who give the honest, thoughtful feedback they need to make their books stronger.
You read books and share your genuine perspective. That's the whole job.
You get a free copy of a book in a genre you enjoy. Read it at your own pace, on your own schedule — no quotas.
Tell the author what resonated, what fell flat, and where you lost interest. Your honest reaction is the point — not praise.
Your feedback goes straight to the author, so they can see their work through a reader’s eyes and sharpen it before print.
Simple process. No hoops to jump through.
Create a free account in under a minute. Tell us the genres you actually like to read.
Browse available books and pick one that interests you. Deadline and pay rate are shown upfront.
Read the book and write your honest editorial feedback — what worked, what didn’t, and why.
Once your feedback is approved, your earnings are credited. Cash out anytime via direct deposit.
Every assignment includes a free copy. Discover authors and genres you’d never have found on your own.
You’re never told what to say. We want your real reaction — the good, the bad, and everything between.
You’re compensated for reading and writing thoughtful feedback. Rates are listed before you claim a book.
Each assignment has a clear deadline, but you read on your own schedule. No micromanagement.
Your notes go directly to the author. You’re not shouting into the void — you’re helping make a book better.
You don’t have to be an editor or a writer. If you can read a book and share honest thoughts, you’re qualified.
Sign up free, pick a book, and start earning. Your honest perspective is exactly what authors are looking for.