Why is there a limit to the number of bonus tokens I can leave?

We completely understand that you want your book to be as competitive as possible, and that's exactly why the bonus token system exists. However, we've put a cap on the maximum bonus you can add for two very important reasons that help ensure a fair, engaging, and high-quality review experience for everyone in our community.

1. Ensuring High-Quality, Thoughtful Reviews

Our first priority is making sure the reviews you receive are genuinely helpful and well-thought-out.

• Incentive Misalignment: If there were no limit, a reviewer could potentially place a massive bonus on their book, making it instantly the most attractive option, regardless of the genre or topic. Reviewers might then feel compelled to read and review a book solely for the huge token count, even if they have absolutely no personal interest in it.

• The Review Quality Drop: When a person has no personal interest in a book, their review is far less likely to be high-quality, thoughtful, or constructive. By setting a cap, we encourage reviewers to choose books that they are actually excited to read, leading to better feedback for you and a more enjoyable experience for them.

2. Keeping the Playing Field Fair for Everyone

We want all members, new and veteran alike, to have the best chance of getting their book reviewed.

• Discouraging New Members: When we didn't have a limit, long-time members could accrue a huge surplus of tokens and offer bonuses that were 10 to 20 times the base value of a book's review. This meant new members—who are just starting to earn tokens—would have to work for months just to be remotely competitive, causing significant discouragement.

• Promoting Equity: The bonus cap prevents an "arms race" of tokens and ensures that the system doesn't unfairly favor only those who have been on the platform the longest. This helps newer authors get their book in front of reviewers much sooner, maintaining a vibrant and diverse network where every author has a chance to succeed.

In short, the limit is there to protect the integrity of the reviews you receive and to ensure fair access for every author in our community! We believe these guidelines create a healthier, more valuable system for everyone.