Book Ratings Survey

Book Ratings Survey

When we refer to content in this survey, we are referring to tropes, themes, scenes, or storylines in relation to ratings or the level of maturity required to consume specific content. Consider the movie ratings system and how confident you are that you know what will or will not be present in a movie based upon its rating. This survey refers specifically to content ratings and books.
What is your gender?*

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What is your age range?*

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I find it difficult to find books with the content I prefer.*

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A rating system for books is needed.*

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When selecting a new book to read, the ability to search & filter based on a book's content would be helpful.*

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How often would you utilize a rating/search/filter system in selecting future books to read?*

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1 is Rarely Utilize, 5 is Heavily Utilize
Please rate the level of importance of the following potential features of a book ratings system.
Ease of Use*
Granular (Advanced) Search Options*
Mobile Friendly*
Size of Database*
Ability to Request Books not in Database*
Links to Purchase*
Cost *
Objectivity of Results*
Which of the following ratings categories would you find helpful when searching content within a book? (Select all that apply)*

LanguageViolenceSexHealthLGBTQ+Political BiasAll of the AboveOther
If you checked "Other," list your response here.
Which do you currently use to help you choose books to read? Check all that apply.*

BookstagramBookTokAmazon ReviewsGoodreadsCommon Sense MediaWord of mouthGenre search and book blurbsCover designOther
If you checked "Other," list your response here.
Drag and rank the following from most to least challenging when searching for books that meet your content preferences. The top choice should be the most challenging and the bottom should be the least challenging.*
How much would you be willing to pay per month for unlimited access to a consistent, standardized, and objective content ratings database?*

$0$1-3$3-5$5-7$7-10$10-15I wouldn't pay
If you checked "I wouldn't pay," please explain why.
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Book Ratings Survey

Please rate the level of importance of the following potential features of a book ratings system.

If you would be interested in participating in future studies or focus group meetings on this topic, please enter your email above and name below. Both are required for consideration.