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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

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Work on it.

2/5

Mediocre
1-2 bright spots.

3/5

Good
Worth reading.

4/5

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Must-read.

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IR Approved
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

Morgan Spring-Glace’s immersive series-opener THE WITCHES OF SERNA skillfully explores the consequences of rediscovered magic in a land divided by language and appearance.

IR Approved
March 20, 2026

A PROMISE OF POWER

By Rachel Enriquez
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

In A PROMISE OF POWER, Rachel Enriquez has created a rich world that provides an immersive backdrop for characters caught in a struggle for power...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.6 / 5.0

William Lower’s THE TYPO: In the Name of God is a brisk, witty historical adventure with strong character dynamics and a sharp sense of institutional...

IR Approved
March 17, 2026

LIFESTYLE: Trust Fall

By Kasey Fallon
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

Kasey Fallon’s LIFESTYLE: Trust Fall stands out for its nuanced portrayal of power exchange and emotional agency, delivering a dark romance that prioritizes psychological realism...

IR Approved
Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

A thoroughly captivating sequel, Angelina Kelly's THE BINDS OF BLOOD deepens the scope of an enthralling, dangerous fantasy world.

IR Approved
March 10, 2026

THREADS OF PURPOSE

By Douglas Bell
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

Written by Douglas Bell, THREADS OF PURPOSE is a thoughtful, artfully written story that deals with the expectations and pressures of being Black in modern...

January 28, 2026

EBUG (The craziest rule in sports)

By Chris J. Cherry
Rating:
3.0 / 5.0

Chris J. Cherry's EBUG: The Craziest Rule in Sports will be enjoyed by any fan of NHL hockey, especially those high school players who still...

IR Approved
January 26, 2026

The Midnight Factory

By Russell Luyt
Rating:
4.1 / 5.0

In THE MIDNIGHT FACTORY, Russell Luyt delivers a conceptually rich and atmospherically controlled novel that favors the desire for deeper understanding over narrative speed. This...

IR Approved
January 19, 2026

Echoes in Everly Manor

By Justin R. Pilar
Rating:
4.2 / 5.0

Justin R. Pilar powerfully subverts horror and crafts a haunting novel in ECHOES IN EVERLY MANOR. The story builds into a crescendo of emotion that...

IR Approved
January 16, 2026

The Man on the Bench

By Hy Conrad
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

With polished prose, memorable characters, and a mystery layered with emotional grace, Hy Conrad’s THE MAN ON THE BENCH stands out as one of the...

January 12, 2026

THE DEVIL’S TRANSFER

By J. Gonzalez
Rating:
3.0 / 5.0

J. Gonzalez shows the need for quick thinking and teamwork in his morally ambiguous thriller THE DEVIL’S TRANSFER.

IR Approved
January 12, 2026

BILLIE THE BRAIN LEARNS TO READ

By Dr. John Hutton author & Gabriella Vagnoli illustrator
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

The mass of detailed information for young readers, parents, educators, and advocates makes author Dr. John Hutton's and illustrator Gabriella Vagnoli's BILLIE THE BRAIN LEARNS...

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