Books Writer

This is a paid freelance, remote position.

CBR is the #1 entertainment website and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV shows, video games, comic books, music and other forms of entertainment.  

As a worldwide leader, CBR operates at a rapid pace and is always looking for experienced and passionate contributors who can create original high-quality content in a timely manner. 

Please note: this is not a book reviewer position. We do not publish reviews at this time. The bulk of this work - roughly 80% - is recommendation and ranking lists, with the remainder made up of book news and features. If your goal is to write critical reviews of individual titles, this role is not the right fit.

• Write list and feature articles in CBR's house style following the training and peer mentorship period.
• Cover current and upcoming book releases and book news.
• Stay on top of new releases across multiple genres.
• Brainstorm, pitch, and develop original content ideas.
• Communicate actively with the Editorial Team.

• Competitive compensation.
• Consistent and timely payments.
• Flexible schedule.
• Remote freelance position to work from a location of your choice.
• Exposure to CBR's large and passionate audience, providing you an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact.

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English Literature, or a related field/equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience writing about books, or experience writing on other topics in a credible publication plus evidence of book expertise through review platforms or socials.
• A broad working knowledge of the book and publishing landscape as a generalist reader - comfortable writing broad lists and recommendations rather than covering a single niche.
• Reads across science fiction/fantasy AND at least one other major genre. Readers who stay within a single genre (e.g. only romance, only horror, or only literary fiction) are not a fit for this role.
• Actively keeps up with new and upcoming releases.
• Strong, demonstrable comfort with the list format and fast turnaround times.
• A quick learner with a strong sense of urgency and drive.
• An excellent writer in the English language free of grammatical and spelling errors.
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment.

• Freelance writing experience with comparable entertainment, pop-culture, or books publications.
• Possesses A NetGalley account or familiarity with the platform
• An active Bookstagram or BookTok with a significant following.
• Participation in publisher influencer or advance-reader programs.
• Experience in any capacity with review/tracking platforms such as BookBub, StoryGraph, Goodreads, or Fable.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please send us the following documentation by uploading it in the relevant fields below: 

• Your CV 
• A cover letter 

Our hiring team will review your application and contact you if we believe that your experience could be a match for this role. 

Please note that a writing evaluation  may be required as part of our application process. 

CBR is part of the Valnet Publishing Group. 

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Valnet , founded in 2012, is a global digital publishing and media investment Company that owns and operates over 25 authoritative brands across diverse verticals, including entertainment, sports, technology, automotive, gaming, lifestyle and travel. 

Valnet is committed to producing premium content, and we therefore require all our contributors to adhere to our Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.

We hope to hear from you soon!​