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PROFESSIONAL BOOK REVIEWS FOR INDIE AUTHORS

As an IngramSpark author, you already know the value of publishing on your own terms. For over 15 years, IndieReader has championed that independent spirit by providing fair, professionally written reviews.

As one of the first review outlets dedicated to indie authors, we understand a credible review is more than just validation; it’s a powerful marketing tool. Our reviews provide meaningful feedback and quotable insights that help your book stand out and be taken seriously.

Exclusive Partner Rate for IngramSpark Users.

Save $50 on IndieReader’s professional review service.

Why IndieReader?

At IndieReader, we believe indie authors deserve the same level of professionalism and respect as any traditionally published writer. Our reviews aren’t fluff. They’re clear, thoughtful, and crafted to help your book stand out in the ways that matter.

Credibility you can use

Our reviews are written by journalists, editors, librarians, and authors who know books.

Useful feedback

Honest insight into strengths, weaknesses, and audience fit.

Marketing value

Use excerpts in press kits, on retail pages, or in your ads and promotions.

Community connection

Ordering a review means you’re also stepping into that community and all the resources we offer.

No AI. Ever.

Every IndieReader review is written by a professional reviewer. These are journalists, editors, librarians, published authors, and more. People who know books. We never use AI, algorithms, or canned summaries. Your book deserves thoughtful, human insight from experts who respect the work you’ve put in.

What You’ll Receive

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How It Works

Submit your book

Upload your materials from IngramSpark, including manuscript, cover, and details.

We review

A reviewer reads and writes your review (6–8 weeks with expedited options available).

Publish

Your review goes live on IndieReader and you’re free to use it everywhere.

* Note: if your review receives 2.5 stars or less, you have the option of approving it before it goes live.

What Authors Say

Pricing

As an IngramSpark author, you receive $50 off our standard price of $299.

Standard Review

$50 off

Rush Review

$50 off

Get More Exposure!

If your book earns 4+ stars you’ll get additional exposure in our “All About the Book” interview series along with visibility to film production companies, editorial roundups, and shout outs in our newsletters and social channels.

FAQs

Your review comes in under 2.5 stars, we send it to you privately first. If your review is over 2.5 stars, we will publish it automatically.

Yes. If you opt in. We can distribute reviews through our Edelweiss catalogue to bookstores, libraries, media outlets, influencers, and more.

Yes! From fiction and memoir to business and romantasy, we review across genres.

Because nuance matters. A book that earns 4.7 should be recognized for more than just a “4.”

Absolutely. You retain full rights to use your IndieReader review in blurbs, press materials, ads, and promotional campaigns.

A Note to Indie Authors

Indie publishing is about doing it your way, following your voice at every turn. But no one can do it alone. At IndieReader, we give you a fair, professional review backed by human expertise, and connect you to a wider indie author community. That combination of credibility and support can help you navigate your path to publication with confidence.