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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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IR Approved
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

A joy to read aloud, Aishah Hight's CAKE, LEMONADE, AND SPRINKLES is a perfect read for parents and educators looking to spark conversations about identity,...

IR Approved
November 13, 2024

THE SPARK AT THE CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE

By Timothy Karsten, Karinna Karsten, Houston Howard
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

Rooted in the visionary concept of Karinna & Timothy Karsten, Houston Howard’s THE SPARK AT THE CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE pairs stunning visuals with timeless...

IR Approved
October 23, 2024

MOON SPIRIT

By Fred Gracely
Rating:
4.6 / 5.0

Young adult readers and fans of urban fantasy alike will find much to enjoy in Fred Gracely's MOON SPIRIT, a magical adventure that reminds us...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Written by Debbie Davey and illustrated by Diana Florescu, A WALK IN TOWN is a simple but effective book that will make its young readers...

IR Approved
August 28, 2024

POPPY & PA

By Kristyn Jewell
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Kristyn Jewell’s POPPY & PA is a love letter to childhood summers with fluid prose, sparkling illustrations by Chelsea Peters, and plain-hearted affection for family...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

Written by Chris Cochrane and illustrated by Indre Ta, THE DINGLEHOPPER BLUEBERRY BELLY-BUTTON SNOOTER is a wholesome picture book that encourages adventure and an open...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Despite its perspective jumps, Trevor B. Spisto's THE TIGER AND THE CRANE is a charming story for young readers with well-rounded characters and endearing humor.

May 17, 2024

ARE YOU MY MENTOR

By Irma and Markeith Porter
Rating:
2.5 / 5.0

With ARE YOU MY MENTOR, authors Irma and Markeith Porter offer an engaging narrative exploring the profound impact of mentors on children's lives that ultimately...

IR Approved
May 3, 2024

SIP

By Marius Trevelean
Rating:
4.2 / 5.0

Featuring a potent blend of action and satire, Marius Trevelean’s SIP ultimately succeeds at delivering a refreshingly unique spin on the coming-of-age YA template.

IR Approved
May 1, 2024

A BETTER HOME

By Christian Yoon, Tony Yoon
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

A BETTER HOME, written and illustrated by Christian and Tony Yoon, is a delightful primer and call to action about pollution for eco-friendly children.

IR Approved
Rating:
4.7 / 5.0

Combining an engaging narrative, an enduring life lesson, and captivating illustrations, Kimberley Lovato’s PISA LOVES BELLA: A Towering Tale of Kindness is as fun to...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.2 / 5.0

THE EXTRAORDINARY IMAGINATION OF JENNY FIGMENT by Jennifer Hayes is a fun book for classroom read-alouds and will likely win over its young readers.

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