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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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July 14, 2025

THE ANTONIO MARGHERITI EXPERIENCE

By Charles J Buchinsky
Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

Charles J. Buchinsky’s THE ANTONIO MARGHERITI EXPERIENCE surveys the B-movie director’s oeuvre with a satirical lens, romping through 20th century cinema in an erudite but...

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Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

In THE TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR, Helena Schrader presents readers with a powerful story about vows kept and vows broken; faith in the face...

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July 11, 2025

BROADCAST LIVE

By Steve Vogel
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

Steve Vogel's BROADCAST LIVE succeeds as both a personal memoir and cultural snapshot, offering readers an always-thoughtful, often-amusing journey through the latter half of the...

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Rating:
4.7 / 5.0

For anyone who’s dreamed of writing but felt blocked by fear, logistics, or a nagging case of imposter syndrome, Emily Bauman’s BORN TO WRITE: Transform...

IR Approved
July 9, 2025

THE ASCENSION DIRECTIVE

By Cal Lopez
Rating:
4.3 / 5.0

Timely and scary in its dissection of one possible future with AI, Cal Lopez's THE ASCENSION DIRECTIVE is a captivating piece of dystopian science fiction.

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July 9, 2025

THE SELF-MADE SAINT

By Alexandra Addams
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Tense, funny, and relatable, Alexandra Addams’s THE SELF-MADE SAINT is a closely observed tale about negotiating adulthood.

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July 7, 2025

THE LION BENEATH THE FADE

By Sebastian Bastian
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Sebastian Bastian's THE LION BENEATH THE FADE packs a wealth of motivation and insight into just over 100 pages.

July 7, 2025

LUCKY SECRETS

By B.T. Polcari
Rating:
3.6 / 5.0

LUCKY SECRETS is a fast-moving story that will amuse readers who enjoy puzzles and mysteries. B.T. Polcari’s lively heroine Sara Donovan continues her journey toward...

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Rating:
4.9 / 5.0

Rating:
3.8 / 5.0

William James’s THE ACCIDENTAL EXECUTIVE: Finding Purpose in Public Service offers insights on the changing nature of service and advice on how best to make...

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Rating:
4.5 / 5.0

Larry Patriquin’s THE DREADED RESEARCH PAPER: A Writing Guide for Busy Students is a clear, concise guide to better academic writing.

July 4, 2025

KILL POCAHONTAS

By Ray Anthony Morris
Rating:
3.3 / 5.0

With a gripping premise grounded in real events, Ray Anthony Morris’s KILL POCAHONTAS has the makings of a unique thriller.

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