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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:
4.2 / 5.0

ESCAPEMENT is a testament to the artistic spirit, revealing the splendor of the Romantic era of music in breathtaking prose.

IR Approved
Rating:
4.2 / 5.0

As a coming-of-age book, THREAD FOR PEARLS does not blaze any new ground, but while the tale feels a little familiar, it’s still a great...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.4 / 5.0

HEY NANA! is a warm, beautiful, inspirational guidebook to one person's path out of unbelievable despair.

IR Approved
Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

Norman Whaler deftly continues the story of Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family in this inventive sequel to A CHRISTMAS CAROL, complete with new carols...

IR Approved
Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

DOG-EARED is a gift for the reader who enjoys the chance to go treasure-hunting for stories along with a bright, versatile, and articulate companion. It's...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

HOW TO SELF-PUBLISH A CHILDREN’S BOOK breaks down the overwhelming process of publishing your own book into tangible, doable steps.

IR Approved
June 6, 2018

HUNTRESS

By Julie Hall
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

Through a unique blend of spirituality and the hallmark traits of young adult fiction, Julie Hall's HUNTRESS takes readers on an exploration of faith, destiny,...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

Funny, tragic, and touching, MANAGING BUBBIE is a stirring memoir of an extraordinary woman and her legacy.

April 23, 2018

DYNOMIKE

By Frankie B. Rabbit
Rating:
3.0 / 5.0

DYNOMIKE: LOVE BUG is a charming book with vivid, lively illustrations, designed to encourage little kids to spread love and hugs.

IR Approved
Rating:
4.2 / 5.0

By focusing on the mirroring physical and emotional growth of a mother and daughter, author Nicole Dieker places the experience of two middle-class women center...

IR Approved
April 4, 2018

SURRENDER MY HEART

By L.G. O'Connor
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

L.G. O'Connor's clever use of structure and pacing creates a gripping story that follows a colorful cast of well-developed characters, including Kitty and her on-again-off-again...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.4 / 5.0

In a charming an accessible business story, Pete Williams’ CADENCE: A TALE OF FAST BUSINESS GROWTH examines the tough realities of a small, entrepreneurial venture,...

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