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Our Reviewers won’t judge your book as compared to other self-published titles, but against other books, period. Our ratings are based on the following criteria, although reviewers are able to award partial stars (i.e. a 1.3 or a 4.7), rather than rounding up or down to a whole or half number.

1/5

Really bad 
Work on it.

2/5

Mediocre
1-2 bright spots.

3/5

Good
Worth reading.

4/5

Very Good
1-2 spots that need work

5/5

Excellent!
Must-read.

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Rating:
2.9 / 5.0

Cami Kershek’s SAVED BY THE KIDS: The Big Fib humorously portrays how children can band together to help loved ones while taking readers on a...

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Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

Through thoughtful structure and classroom-ready design, Karina Richland’s LITTLE LIONS ALPHABET BOOKS (A-Z 26 Book Set) succeeds in blending research-based literacy practices with playful storytelling....

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Rating:
4.6 / 5.0

Written by Christie Nicholls, SLOTH’S TOTALLY NOT WEIRD FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL is a heartfelt picture book that embraces self-acceptance, social courage, and the joy...

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July 25, 2025

WORDS

By Katherine Davis-Gibbon
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

Katherine Davis-Gibbon's WORDS offers a charming, delightful examination of the meaning, power, and usefulness of words for the preschooler audience.

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Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Rachel Glowacki’s ALL THROUGH THE CROWN is a thoughtful and enthusiastic start to understanding the relationship between emotion and the body.

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Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Skillfully written by R.L. Florez and M.L. Florez, DON'T BE AFRAID OF SIRENS: SOMEONE NEEDS HELP is a well-illustrated book with an important message about...

Rating:
3.8 / 5.0

Blending bold, contemporary visuals with personalized storytelling, Story Bug’s OLIVIA’S FIRST BIRTHDAY offers readers a sweet, customizable way to commemorate a child’s first birthday.

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Rating:
4.7 / 5.0

A sweet, gentle adventure that offers valuable insights for readers of any age, Lynn and Jonathan Greenberg's illustrated ROBBY THE DYSLEXIC TAXI is a terrific...

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Rating:
4.9 / 5.0

Frances Alvarado-Ng's BEYOND A GLUTEN-FREE DREAM is a well-written, beautifully-illustrated children’s book that tells a compelling story that will educate, engage, and entertain children of...

Rating:
3.8 / 5.0

Charly Froh's THE DRAGON AND THE UNICORN tells a familiar story in a satisfying manner aided by impressive illustrations. The characters of Fran the unicorn...

May 6, 2022

THE LEGEND OF CHRIS MOOSE

By Allen Northcutt, author, Christy Morris, illustrator
Rating:
3.7 / 5.0

THE LEGEND OF CHRIS MOOSE is an adorable update of a classic fairy tale and introduces a memorable new character to the festive bookshelves.

Rating:
3.4 / 5.0

Setting aside the complicated themes and somewhat mixed messages, as a thoughtful, vibrant read-along about a dog in need of a new home, I LOVE...

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