Writing a book review

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The main goal of the review is to critically evaluate the author’s main story and thesis in the context of

theories and evidence related to social cognition. In other words, the review must integrate book examples

with the class readings. How do book examples highlight social cognition theories and evidence? On the

other hand, how do book examples oppose social cognition theories and evidence? How does the book

contribute (or not) to the research on social cognition? Students must integrate several examples under an

overarching theme or two. In other words, the review should not read like a “grocery list” of examples;

instead, the examples should flow and always be tied to the main theme(s). Points to remember:

Give clear examples from the book.

Cite with accuracy social cognition theories and evidence, and be sure to reference the researchers

(use APA format).

An assessment of the strong points as well as the shortcomings of the book.

How does this book change the way one should think about social cognition?

Book reviews should be between 4-5 double-spaced pages in length (not including references and any other

attachments). The key to writing a good book review is a student’s ability to write clearly and concisely —

i.e., do not write more, write succinctly. Find creative ways to communicate the critical evaluations of the

book in a brief paper. Do not summarize the content of the book, except when you cite examples from the

book. The challenge will be to do as much of this as possible and yet not let it interfere with the restricted

length of the review. In other words, find creative ways to give examples from the book in a limited space.

Avoid quotations, unless it is absolutely necessary to support a point (should be kept to a minimum and

should rarely exceed one sentence).

Submission instructions

Submission must follow the below guidelines. Assignments may be penalized if they do not follow these

instructions.

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Use 8 1/2″ x Il” white paper, I” margins (margins should be no smaller and no larger).

Printed (i.e., typed), using New Times Roman font, 12 pt size.

Double-spaced between sentences and paragraphs.

The first page will be a cover page with the below information, and do not list name.