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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
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Must-read.

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IR Approved
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

A heartwarming and frequently heartbreaking tale of a young man's life, Mark A. Gibson's A SONG THAT NEVER ENDS carries a message of hope and...

IR Approved
June 7, 2024

TALES OF THE PATRIARCHS

By Jim Shankman
Rating:
4.1 / 5.0

With TALES OF THE PATRIARCHS, Jim Shankman weaves a complex tapestry of ambition and romance set in the silent film era, offering an admittedly challenging...

Rating:
3.5 / 5.0

Written by his wife, Katherine J. Batsis, DR. ANDREW BATSIS, HUSBAND! DENTIST! KIWANIAN! SANTA CLAUS? is a comprehensive and well-rounded tribute to its subject. For...

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.

IR Approved
June 5, 2024

LITTLE SHIPS, A Novel

By Sandra J Scofield
Rating:
4.7 / 5.0

In LITTLE SHIPS, A Novel, author Sandra Scofield’s unembellished words and quixotic characters build a heart-breaking, beautifully crafted story of a deeply flawed extended family.

IR Approved
June 3, 2024

RIGHT ACROSS THE BAY

By Quinn Avery
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

RIGHT ACROSS THE BAY is an enthralling thriller with more than its fair share of twists and turns. Quinn Avery displays a knack for hooking...

IR Approved
May 27, 2024

ALWAYS JULIA: The Art of a Life

By Ava Zacardi
Rating:
4.1 / 5.0

Ava Zacardi's ALWAYS JULIA: The Art of a Life is a wholesome and emotional story about how it’s never too late to find closure and...

May 24, 2024

THE OTHERS

By Evette Davis
Rating:
3.5 / 5.0

Evette Davis’s THE OTHERS showcases her deep passion for storytelling and the enchanting world of the supernatural.

IR Approved
May 22, 2024

WOODLAWN GIANTS

By Robert Ross Williams
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

A nostalgic look into a happy childhood, Robert Ross Williams’s WOODLAWN GIANTS is a charming and heartfelt memoir reflecting on the life of a young...

IR Approved
May 22, 2024

MURDER ON THE NERD CRUISE

By Nicole Dieker
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Nicole Dieker uses a sharp eye for detail and a deft hand with characters to craft a fun, surprising mystery that’s sure to entertain in...

IR Approved
May 20, 2024

WANT DO GET

By Merlin Goldman
Rating:
4.7 / 5.0

Overflowing with helpful screenwriting tips and tools, WANT DO GET by Merlin Goldman is a manual that even longtime writers will find enlightening.

IR Approved
May 20, 2024

CAVEMAN CHRONICLES

By Todd Mayo
Rating:
4.7 / 5.0

CAVEMAN CHRONICLES marks an impressive debut from an unconventional voice. Those who appreciate a blend of earnest soul-searching and the rebellious spirit of rock will...

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