They are written in the inverted pyramid style, in which the most important and interesting information is contained in the first part of the story, and less important information appears in order of decreasing news value. Essays and columns clearly state the author's opinion on a subject, and provide information to support that opinion. Book reviews clearly state the reviewer's opinion about a book. They don't just summarize what the book says. The goal of those who review books should be to give readers a fair summary of the book's contents, along with reasoned judgments about its success or failure.
Book reviewing also requires a set of virtues that include humility, respect and empathy.
People who live for the book ought to see reviewing books as among the most solemnly undertaken of academic responsibilities. At the end of the article, include a few sentences for an author's bio. Don't send originals. We look for articles and opinion pieces that analyze or provide new information about community college faculty issues. Authors should write in an informal, conversational style.