This document provides guidance on how to write a critique of a book or article. It recommends beginning by reading the work carefully and taking notes. The critique introduction should state the author, title, source, and thesis. The body should summarize the main points and evidence, and critically review the work by evaluating the author's credentials, methods, evidence, arguments, and conclusions. It should consider alternative perspectives. The conclusion should state whether the critique agrees with the author and back this up with reasons, along with an overall opinion of the work. When critiquing, reviews should be balanced with both positives and negatives, clearly explained, and avoid revealing major plot details.