NES Reader Evaluation Form

2024 NES Book Awards

Online Evaluation Form for Use by All Readers
Judging Overview

Each category (Fiction, Nonfiction, Art & Photography and Specialty Title) has its own jury of readers and at least one Jury Leader. Books are judged in two rounds on overall quality, including content, originality, appeal, integrity/authority, writing style, art, design and quality of production. The first round of judging will result in a short list of Finalists, from which the category winners will be chosen.

Readers evaluate books using the form below. At least two evaluations are required for each book. Then completed Evaluations will be distributed to the entire panel of readers for each category. The panel will meet to review the results and make the finalist selections. These selections are not based solely on the numerical values, but titles must score highly to become finalists.

Fill out and submit the form below one for each book you are evaluating. Deadline: May 10, 2024.

Thank you for your participation!
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EVALUATION INSTRUCTIONS

There are six parts to a complete evaluation. They are:
1. Cover/Appearance -- 15% of total score
2. Interior/Format -- 10% of total score
3. Content -- 50% of total score
4. New England Connection -- 25% of total score
5. Overall Rating
6. Comments
This form will allow you to fully complete your evaluation online. Please be prepared to complete the entire form; if you leave the form without clicking "Submit Evaluation" your responses will be lost. Asterisks indicate a response is required.

If you have any questions or technical trouble with this form, please call NES Headquarters at (929) 357-0170 or email nes@nesnyc.org
Your Name*

First NameLast Name
Your Email*
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Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Award Category*
Book Title (select from Fiction list)
Book Title (select from Nonfiction list)
Book Title (select from Art & Photography list)

Comments
And finally, please comment on the book's overall strengths and weaknesses and provide suggestions. Your review will be shared with other panelists. (Type your comments into the box below. For more space, click on the "x" in the top right corner.)
Comments will be shared with fellow jurists
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If you are satisfied with your responses for this evaluation in the 2023 NES Book Awards, please click Submit Evaluation below. Your responses are then final.

If you have questions regarding the use of this form, contact NES Headquarters at (929) 357-0170.
TOTAL FORM SCORE
Should be Empty:

	1	2	3	4	5
3a: Does the story engage the reader? Does it have a strong narrative format? Does it hold interest from beginning to end?
3b: Are the characters and plot well-developed?
3c: Are the characters believable (including imaginary creatures and animals)?
3d: Is the book well-written? Is the writing descriptive and thought-provoking? Does it engender visualization and spark the reader’s imagination?
3e: Did you like this book? (1=didn't like it; 3= liked it; 5=loved it!)
3f: Would you recommend that your friends/colleagues read this book? (1=no; 3=maybe; 5=yes)

	1	2	3	4	5
3a: Does the story engage the reader? Does it have a strong narrative format? Does it hold interest from beginning to end?
3b: Does the book provide a thorough investigation into a specific topic? Is the author knowledgeable about the subject matter?
3c: Is the information presented in an interesting way?
3d: Is the book well-written? Is the writing descriptive and thought-provoking? Does it engender visualization and spark the reader’s imagination?
3e: Did you like this book? (1=didn't like it; 3= liked it; 5=loved it!)
3f: Would you recommend that your friends/colleagues read this book? (1=no; 3=maybe; 5=yes)

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3a: Does the book provide a thorough investigation into a specific topic?
3b: Is the information presented in an interesting way?
3c: Are the photographs and illustrations of high artistic merit?
3d: Is the book well-written? Does the text complement the illustrations and photography?
3e: Did you like this book? (1=didn't like it; 3= liked it; 5=loved it!)
3f: Would you recommend that your friends/colleagues read this book? (1=no; 3=maybe; 5=yes)

	1	2	3	4	5
3a: Does the topic engage the reader? Does it hold interest from beginning to end?
3b: Does the book provide a thorough investigation into a specific topic? Is the information presented with authority?
3c: Is the information presented in an interesting way?
3d: Is the book well-written? Is the writing descriptive and thought-provoking?
3e: Did you like this book? (1=didn't like it; 3= liked it; 5=loved it!)
3f: Would you recommend that your friends/colleagues read this book? (1=no; 3=maybe; 5=yes)

	1 Low	2	3	4	5 High
4a: Is New England integral to the theme of the book (high score) or could events in the book have taken place in any locale (low score)?
4b: Does the book vividly evoke or depict present or historic New England?
4c: Does it provide a unique or interesting angle on a New England topic?
4d: How strongly identified is the subject or character with New England?
4e: Does a "majority" of the story take place in or focus on New England?

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1a: Is the cover design pleasing and interesting in appearance? Does it evoke a positive response? Do you want to pick up the book and examine it more closely? Does the choice of colors (including black & white) stimulate interest and fit the subject?
1b: Is the title a good indication as to the type of book?
1c: Is the cover an accurate measure of what is inside? Are the photographs or illustrations on the cover appropriate to the subject matter?

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2a: Is the interior design of the book attractive?
2b: Is the text readable (print quality as well as typestyle)? Is the interior typeface attractive, readable and appropriate to the subject matter? Are letter spacing, line spacing and word spacing correct and pleasing to the eye? Is it reader friendly?
2c: Are there any egregious errors that detract from the reading experience? (1= a lot; 3= a little; 5=none)

2024 NES Book Awards

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