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Besides the review system, you could have a simple "star-rating" which readers could apply, once only, to an individual title. So you'd be able to search the database for "most highly rated", "best reviews", and "most commented on reviews". By providing filters for "genre", "format", "price", etc., would-be readers should quickly be able to find something of interest. Per Richard Herley's post.
Smashwords already has a written review and star rating system and search criteria in place, but few readers will take the time to participate. I think it has to do with today's culture of being politically correct and not offending anyone. My book "Reverse Metamorphosis" had 618 downloads when it was free, but only three people returned to rate it. I even implore readers at the end of the story to go back and post a review to no avail.
The people in this forum will participate in the review and rating process but is that enough eyes to be meaningful?
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