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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
August 3, 2018

HOME & CASTLE

By Thomas Benz
Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

With HOME & CASTLE, Thomas Benz sharpens the tools of earlier literary traditions into cutting—yet humane—observations of the hazards present in our culture of comfort...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

THE THINKING WOMAN'S GUIDE TO BREAST CANCER is a useful, readable book that generously provides the new breast cancer patient with helpful guidance and advice...

July 11, 2018

SHATTERING DREAMS

By Catherine M Walker
Rating:
3.5 / 5.0

SHATTERING DREAMS is a fun romp that should satisfy most fantasy fans and sets the tone for an intriguing series to follow.

IR Approved
June 22, 2018

WILL

By Paul Steinmann
Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

Based on facts involving slaves, plantation owners, slave hunters, and abolitionists of the mid-1800s, this compelling story follows the years-long adventure of an escaped slave...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

MIND TO MOUTH is a useful guide to anyone who wants to be more present and aware of what and how they are eating, to...

IR Approved
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,...

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