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We’ve reviewed over 1,500 books since 2009. We review most genres and are always adding more reviewers.
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Review Policy: The KBR does not receive payment for our reviews, nor do we review print books. We’ll ONLY accept a digital copy in exchange for a fair and honest review of your book. If a reviewer can’t get into your work, believes the book needs work, and/or is not eligible for a 3-star rating or higher, he or she is not required to write a review. *** We do not review Erotica.
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- Scroll through our list of awesome reviewers below and contact ONE (1) reviewer that best matches the genre of your book. (You can try another until you find a reviewer who is interested).
- Write a formal review request to only one reviewer. Include a brief synopsis, the author’s name, the title of the book, and a link to the book in the Amazon Kindle store. If we do not receive a formal request, or if you are sending out blanket requests we will not review the book. Make sure the subject of your email is: KBR Review Request.
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What to expect:
- Wait patiently; we get many requests for reviews a week. Our reviewers are not obligated to review your work. If they don’t get into your book, you may not see a review. NO HATE MAIL PLEASE. We all know how subjective literature is. You can always contact another reviewer. Please allow between two to four weeks to hear back from the reviewer. If you do not hear back within that time frame, you are free to contact another reviewer.
- Expect an honest review. When we opened our doors to reviewing, we changed our policy to accept any small press/indie author no matter how many reviews he or she has received. So be kind to the reviewers and be open to accepting their opinion of your work.
- Do not contact the reviewer after he or she receives your ebook. He or she will send a written copy of their review and post it on Amazon, but with Amazon’s new review policies we cannot guarantee that the review will stay on Amazon. And remember, our reviewers are busy people too, and don’t deserve to be badgered. To increase your chance of keeping the review up on Amazon, you may gift a copy to the reviewer upon their agreement to review your book. (The KBR only post our reviews on Amazon, but the reviewer is free to post the review under their name at any site, including their personal blog if they have one. After all, the review is their intellectual property.)
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Meet the KBR Reviewers…
Non-Fiction
Annette Ranald – I am a practicing attorney by day, an historical and political fiction writer anytime else. I have a blog on Facebook and Goodreads. I’m looking to make my mark as a book reviewer of non-fiction work, since I read so much of it. I’m interested in history, biography, memoir, current events, self-help, satire, almost anything non-fiction except for paranormal, religious or spiritual. When submitting your review request, be sure to include subject “KBR Review Request” and send to annetteranald@gmail.com
Thriller/ Suspense/ Horror
Kelly Young – I am a nanny and newlywed who loves reading Mystery/Thriller novels, especially psychological thrillers. My favorite books are fast paced, nail biting thrillers with a lot of plot twists that suck me in from the very beginning and have me reading late into the night until the very last page. I help run a large book group with other nannies around the country who also love this genre. I am a goodreads reviewer and also blog about my favorite new books and authors. Some popular authors I like include B.A. Paris, Ruth Ware, K.L. Slater, Taylor Adams, Mary Kubica, and Harlan Coben. I especially love debut novels from new authors in this genre. When submitting your book for review, put “KBR Book Request” in the subject line and my email is KellyYoungReads@gmail.com*
Romance
Stephanie Lasley– As an avid Contemporary Romance reader, Stephanie has devoured over a hundred popular trilogies and stand alone novels. She loves curling up in her Lazy Boy chair while losing herself in the plot of a good story. Being a rapid reader will enable her to provide an author with a swift assessment of their work. When submitting your book please include “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and email Stephanie at stephanie.lasley60@gmail.com
Lashanta Charles – I’m an author, a mother of three (3.5 if you count my husband), and also a Soldier. I’m from South Carolina, but currently live in Washington state. When I’m not writing, I’m reading (or eating, eating is VERY important to me). I will read just about anything, but I do have my limits. My current favorite is Paranormal Romance. Yes, I love the idea of gorgeous alien men coming to cherish women as their life mates…sue me! I love romance period, but I get all warm and fuzzy for Sports Romances, New Adult Romances, Contemporary Romances, and College Romances. I love a good crisis, but I hate a cheater, and I’m okay with cliff hangers (as long as the next book is promised to me and it isn’t a year away). I’m also okay with books in a series as long as I can start from the beginning (even if they’re all stand alone). I won’t accept poetry and Y/A will be considered case by case. My preferred formats are Kindle or PDF. Send your review requests to lashantacharles@gmail.com
Mary Hooper – I love to read and I read several books a week. I currently do read ARC’s for a few select authors for honest reviews. I post reviews to Amazon, Goodreads and my Facebook page. I am working on setting up a Facebook page focused on reviews, spotlights for new releases and authors profiles. When submitting your book, please include KBR Review in the subject line and my email is dachshundlady@comcast.net
David Burnett – I am a retired statistician/ educational researcher, having retired as director of our state’s department of education. Currently, I teach psychology, part-time at a local community college. I love to read and to write, and I’ve published two novels. I enjoy photography, travel, and playing with our two – soon to be three – grandchildren. I enjoy Romance (contemporary, historical, time-slip), Spy/Adventure. I would prefer to receive books in either as Kindle books or mobi formats. I could also accept pdf files. When you send your formal request put “KBR Review Request” in the subject line. My email is carsue8083@aol.com.
Science Fiction/Fantasy
Traci Marlatt – A Recent College grad who loves books and would read all day if I could. I prefer Fantasy over Sci-fi, but I am not opposed to reading a good sci-fi either. What kind of book-nerd would I be if I were? I prefer reading on my kindle. And will “grade” on writing ability: character development, plot-line, world creation, editing errors, etc. depending on book needs. Email to: tmtelatar@gmail.com Subject: “KBR review request” and please include a synopsis. Happy Writing!
Poetry
Jim Bennett – This poet will review any poetry as long as it’s in Kindle format. He’s married and lives in Toronto. Jim has taught “Poetry Techniques for Prose Writers” in Sheridan College. When contacting Jim, include the subject “KBR Review Submission” and mail to jim.jimb@gmail.com. Be sure to attach your .mobi file to your email request. (A Kindle book author can get a copy of his/her book file by going to its project and starting to update it. You will be given an opportunity to download a preview of your Kindle ebook. Save this, it’s the .mobi file you need to send to me.)
Humor
Children’s Literature
None available at this time.
Multiple Genres
Meridith West – I am a coffee drinking, horse riding mother of four who lives for the excitement and adventure of books! My favourite books are those with twists and turns, complex characters with a hint of romance. I am known for reading far into the night for a book I cannot put down! I am a published author who loves supporting other writers. I am a Goodreads reviewer and blogger who looks forward to some great reads! Some of my favourite authors include Ilona Andrews, Amelia Hutchins, Nalini Singh and Stephanie Garber …anything fantasy is for me! When submitting your book for review put “KBR Book Request” in the subject line and my email is MeridithWest@outlook.com
Matt McAvoy – As well as writing books, I also love to read, and I will happily read and review ARCs and published books from authors and publishers; I will read ALL GENRES, FICTION AND NON-FICTION. If I read your book I will post reviews on GOODREADS and on my popular book review BLOG, with links from my FACEBOOK and TWITTER accounts – I’ll also put your book’s cover on INSTAGRAM and my PINTEREST board “Books I’ve Reviewed”; Editorial Reviews can be added to Amazon in Author Central. My reviews are very detailed and bloggy (usually several hundred words), and they do not shy away from honesty, but I’ll try not to dash dreams either! I do comment on grammar, so please try to send me final proofs; for this reason I prefer PDF copies.
Erin Everett – I am a mother of three who loves to submerge (and scare) herself with a good book. I tend to reach for a horror or thriller book but on occasion I like to mix it up with a good romance novel. I love the smell and feel of a book but due to space constraints the Kindle app is a great substitute. When submitting your book for review, put “KBR Book Request” in the subject line and my email is erin_lynnbly@yahoo.com
Lindsay Hiller – I am the mother of three and author of a bestselling Young Adult/ Fantasy novel. I am addicted to reading and I go through at least three books a week. I prefer to read young adult, fantasy, regency romance and some historical fiction. I am a sucker for a good love story (no sex) so your book needs at least a hint of romance. When submitting for review, include “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and send the book in a kindle-friendly format to LindsayHiller123@hotmail.com.
Rebecca Chessman – I am a full time working mother. I love nothing more than a cup of tea and a good book when I get home from work. My prefered genres are Romanace and fantasy. I also love a good murder mystery and crime thriller too. I have access to all formats to read on but I do prefer kindle as I can read it on the go on a larger screen. Please include “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and email to chessmanrebecca@gmail.com
Autumn Turner – I am a chronic reader from Maine who enjoys dystopian fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, alternate historical fiction, science fiction, urban fantasy, paranormal non-romance fiction, and historical fiction. I rate books based on a combination of an author’s storytelling skills, presentation, and their technical skills (grammar, spelling, punctuation). I post all reviews to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, BookDigits, Goodreads, BookLikes, and my own personal review blog. I accept .mobi files. Please put “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and send to arh.turner@gmail.com.
Elizabeth Alsobrooks – She was one of those girls whose parents would walk by her bedroom door and say, “turn off that flashlight and go to sleep,” because they knew she was hiding under the covers with a book. Though that was more than a couple years ago, she still loves reading. An Urban Fantasy author, she enjoys reading urban fantasy, paranormal, historical paranormal romance, horror, thriller and YA. Elizabeth accepts mobi, pdf, or epub formats. Please include “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and email your request to elizabethalsobrooks@gmail.com
Diana Woody – Her personal interests are broad, including particularly anything that falls in the social sciences category. Diana has a B.A. in psychology, and a B.A. in political science, and is back in school to get her M.S. in Applied Statistics. She also enjoys indoor gardening (particularly gesneriads and orchids), outdoor gardening, hiking searches for orchids native to NJ, reading, playing the violin, playing the flute, playing awesome Euroboardgames, and cooking delicious fancy meals. When submitting your book please include “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and email to oncenudged@gmail.com.
Carrie Smith – has a strong following at book review site www.ebooknews.ca and on Twitter @ebooknewsca. Interested in all historical fiction, mystery, literary fiction and Canadian authors or themed books fiction or non-fiction. Preferred formats Kindle (mobi), (epub) or Smashword code. Reviews are posted at KBR on Amazon and possibly one or multiple other locations – sample sites Twitter: @ebooknewsca Web: www.ebooknews.ca, When submitting for review please include “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and email Carrie at ebooknewsca@gmail.com Facebook – ebooknewsca (new)
Gerald Sallier – An unabashed elitist, Gerald seeks to find those diamonds in the rough of self-published fiction. Those who transcend market politics and have something worth actually saying. He enjoys works with a philosophical twist (provided you’ve done your homework, no armchairs allowed) and loves a riveting satire – again, provided you actually have something worth saying. Silly musings need not apply. No romance or any other genre which is derivative of romance. No simple adult fiction, vis a vis YA. He enjoys science fiction, satire, humor, fantasy, and literary. When submitting your formal review request, be sure to include subject “KBR Review Request”. His email is gtsallier@gmail.com.
Sandi Hansen – I can’t remember a time when I didn’t love to read. I was the girl at school, or on the bus, who always had her nose in a book. I have even tried my hand at writing, working my way through college by writing for the college newspaper. I currently write reviews for Amazon.com, NetGalley, and for my Facebook page, entitled “Reading for the Masses.” I would be interested in proofreading and/or reviewing books in the following genres: Nonfiction: Anthropology, True Crime, History, and Self-help or Pop-Psychology. I would be willing to review children’s nonfiction in those categories, as well. Fiction: Mystery, Adventure, Sci-fi, and/or Young Adult fiction. I will read some Romance novels, but nothing involving vampires, werewolves, or other phantasmagorical creatures. If I am your girl, you may reach me at olivebridge.ny@gmail.com.
Carol Piner – I’ve been an avid book reader since I was a child. My brothers and sisters would gather around me and between them they taught me to read at a very young age and I’ve been entranced since. I haunt my local library so much my librarian gave me a book bag that has this quote on it, “She is too fond of books, and it has addled her brain.” A quote by Louisa May Alcott. I read Thrillers, Crime, Humor. No Sci-fi or Horror. When submitting your formal review request, be sure to include subject “KBR Review Request” and send to sunny@clis.com
Deena Chadwick – I enjoy both fiction and non fiction books. I prefer Romantic Science Fiction and Computer or Internet related Non-Fiction. I have an ipad with the Kindle App and I’m a registered Smashwords member. Please send a mobi file or gift a copy. When submitting your formal request, include subject “KBR Review Request” and send to jewltone@gmail.com
Vicki Brinius – is a book loving, deal sharing shopper that reviews any family friendly genre. Submissions must be a Kindle version (mobi) or gifted. When submitting your review request, please include the subject “KBR Review Request” and send to mrsbrinius@comcast.net
Leila Smith – By profession, Leila is a systems analyst, and has mastered a number of computer languages as well as spoken languages. However, she’s spent three years as a Literature major before switching to Economics. She accepts pdf, Kindle, and epub formats. Send a formal review request, with the subject “KBR Review Request” to oleoghain@aol.com
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Kathy Jacques – I’m a wife, mother, grandmother and I work in a managerial job. I’m a third generation Kindle reader and books are my respite. I read anything and everything. When submitting your book please include KBR Review Request in the subject line. Kathy’s email is mommajacques@gmail.com
Daniel Almond – I enjoy fast paced thrillers and mysteries when it comes to fiction and philosophy/ psychology/ current events/ recent history in nonfiction. I’ve written one novel anonymously through a small publisher and do some blogging on political/ legal topics. I currently work as a corrections officer and previously served in the Marines for 8 years. When submitting your book for review, put “KBR Book Request” in the subject line and my email is danieljalmond2004@gmail.com
Lianne Johnson–As an educator and avid reader, books are fundamental to my life. I have been a teacher for 37 years, and one of my proudest accomplishments has been to foster a love of reading in most of the students I have encountered. Fantasy, Science Fiction, Mystery, Non-fiction, Young Adult, Historical fiction are my favorite genres from which I choose books to read. After many years of teaching reading and writing, I have honed my skills in providing feedback. Consequently, I am venturing into a new realm: reviewing books. Currently, I am enjoying reading ARCs and then posting my thoughts on Social Media. When submitting your book for review, put “KBR Book Request” in the subject line.
C. J. Anaya – As an author of young adult fiction, I understand how hard it can be to get your book out there, and I enjoy promoting other author’s works. I not only book blog, but I also write a review column for SDE Magazine to further promote exceptional authors. I love YA, MG, clean romances of any genre, minus erotica, mysteries and thrillers. PG to PG-13 ratings please. I prefer mobi and pdf formats. Contact me at authorandbookspotlights@gmail.com and include KBR Review Request in the subject heading.
Emma Hall -I am a current college student who is studying Biology but loves to read on my spare time. I have a passion for reading all fictional genres, including fantasy, YA, paranormal, and some contemporary books. If I am not doing school, I’m almost always reading. My Kindle fire is always charging and ready to take on the next adventure. I can devour a book in less than a day, so even though I am in college, I always have time for a good read. I will honestly review any book focusing mainly on storyline, character dynamics, and writing style. I will gladly post my reviews on my Goodreads, Amazon, and Instagram book review accounts. I prefer Kindle format over any other because its easier access. Please include a brief synopsis along with your book review request in your email and use “KBR Review Request” in the subject line. You can contact me at emmachall007@gmail.com.
Randy Cade – I grew up in the 60’s and 70’s’s in California . I was part of the San Francisco music scene around the Fillmore Auditorium in the 60’s, graduated from UC Berkeley and became a book publisher in the 70’s, and was a pioneer in the computer industry in the 80’s. I want to present stories that have an element of realism and raw dialogue, violence & surprise plot twists. I want write with a sense of humor and in the way people really talk. I enjoy reading crime fiction, thriller, action adventure, and humor. I accept ebooks gifted to me or in a word or pdf file. Please include a brief synopsis along with your book review request in your email and use “KBR Review Request” in the subject lie. You can contact me at rannox@hotmail.com.
Nichole Crittenden – I have been an avid reader (3-5 books per week) and lover of movies for as long as I can remember. I am an auditor so I am extremely analytical and prepare audit reports regularly, which includes heavy amounts of editing and formatting. I am also an author of two contemporary romance books. Because I also write, I understand how important it is to receive an unbiased view of your work for confirmation that it’s either off the charts awesome or maybe needs some tweaking. I prefer contemporary romance, but I love historical as well. I’ve read many paranormal, shape-shifter, and light erotica books, but I’m not really interested in reading hardcore erotica. If you would like a review from me, please include KBR Review Request in the subject line and include a short synopsis of your book as well as your expectations from the review process in the body of your request. I prefer the Kindle friendly mobi format since I always have my Kindle with me. Please email your request and attached file to nicholecurtiss@yahoo.com
Joe Dacy II – I am a former journalist and now a Kindle author. My specialty is science-fiction, especially “hard” SF. I also enjoy dystopian fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, alternate historical fiction and “quirky” SF with humor. Please no fantasy. I look at the depth of an author’s content, a “haven’t-seen-this-before” feeling, and technical skills. I post reviews to Amazon. I can accept .mobi files. Other methods of submission are fine. Subject line:”KBR Review Request” to joedacyii@earthlink.net.
L.T. Patridge – originally from Greenville, Mississippi, lives and writes in the metro-Boston area. She has appeared in Innsmouth magazine, and will appear in Issue #29 of Lovecraft eZine. She secretes a thin layer of historical fiction and fantasy at all times, and is always looking for books in these genres for the Kindle, which she will be happy to review. She blogs at ltpatridge.wordpress.com. Please include KBR Review Request in the subject line and email at ltpatridge@gmail.com
Claretta Maynard – There is nothing I like more than reading a good book! I especially enjoy apocalyptic, sci-fi and dystopian novels. But I’m open to most genres. Prefer Kindle format. When submitting your formal request, include subject “KBR Review Request” and send to yaester@hotmail.com.
Lisa Runge – I am a former teacher and current full-time mom who loves to read. I accept books in Kindle compatible (.mobi) format or as Amazon Kindle gifts. My favorite genres are mystery, middle grade YA, realistic fiction, education and parenting. You can submit your file to my email at lisakallenbach@gmail.com. Put in the subject line “KBR Review Request”.
Jennifer Janicek – Hello! I am a lover of romance, romantic suspense, romantic thriller, and only fiction based books. My format preference is Kindle, and when you send a request, please put “KBR Review Request” in the subject line. You can send your requests to jen3.rose@gmail.com, I look forward to hearing from you!
Susan Horsnell – I’m an author who writes Western Romance under my name and Erotic Romance under a pen name. I devour books, up to 250 per year. I read any genre and will always offer an honest review as it’s what I expect. I prefer PDF or Amazon Kindle. When you send a formal request, put “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and email me at horsnells@yahoo.com.au
Valerie Harmon – I am a mom, published children’s picture ebook author, and free-lance editor. I love to read all kinds of books (as long as they are well-written), but at this time I am only reviewing fully-illustrated children’s picture e-books. Email me a PDF or a .mobi file (Kindle) and I will review it at KBR and on my blog. Please, no grammar errors and know that I give higher marks to polished illustrations. When submitting your formal request, include subject “KBR Review Request” and send to valjeanh@gmail.com
Rachel – Rachel Dove is an author, reviewer, and obsessed lover of reading and all things bookish. She is currently in her final year of completing her degree and adult ed tutor qualifications, and she has two adorable boys, a dog, a cat, a house full of books in Yorkshire and her long suffering husband, Peter. Her romantic fiction novel, Crossing Life Lines is out in ebook and paperback and she has several short stories out in ebooks and anthologies. Rachel loves pretty much any books and is open minded as long as the story grips her – no erotica though please. Contact: dovecards@hotmail.co.uk
Dawn Lewis – I am a bibliophile from Delaware who enjoys non-fiction, cookbooks, fiction and reviewing Bibles. I post all reviews to Amazon, Goodreads, Shelfari and my own personal review blog. I accept .mobi files. Please put “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and send to dawn.lewis.texas@gmail.com.
Brian Robertson – I started my career as a farmer in Scotland but have been a soldier in the Gordon Highlanders, taught secondary school science and developed school curriculum. I have worked in Scotland, Papua New Guinea, Southern Africa, Solomon Islands and in Australia, where I now reside. I hated school and learning to love books and to write was a long journey for me. Having written many textbooks for South Pacific schools I recently turned to writing “real’ books. I will read and review anything military or any humorous book. I have a kindle. When submitting your formal review request, please include “KBR Review Request” in the subject, and send to, brian@warstory.com.au
Angelica Bentley – I favour humour, contemporary romance, romantic suspense, mystery (nothing too dark or creepy). My dislikes: religious content, graphic violence, vampires, aliens, dystopia, foul language, smut, gratuitous sex, typos, bad grammar. If you’d like me to read and review your work (novels or short stories), please put “KBR Review Request” in the subject line of your request and send your PDF or Kindle/Mobi file to AMazeofReviews@outlook.com. I post on Amazon, Goodreads & my site A Maze of Reviews
John Adams Theibert Jr – is a fantasy and science fiction writer. He is also a short story writer, board game designer, a visual artist, marathon runner, ping pong player, kindle book reviewer, and a karaoke singer. John prefers no more intense than a PG-13 rating on his reads. Please include “KBR Submission” in the subject line and email John at arievlex@gmail.com.
Richard Henricks – I’ve been a freelance writer since the mid-1990s, and I author various things under a number of pen names; e.g., “Jonathan Kamp.” I’ve been a bookworm since I taught myself to read when I was three (kidding). My three favorite novelists are John Grisham, John Sandford, and Robert Crais (not necessarily in that order). I read historical nonfiction in between novels, and particularly love reading about World War II (I hated history in high school, now I love it – go figure). I will definitely review anything “military,” as well as anything written about “fitness/health,” “higher education,” or “employment.” I am open to reviewing any book, but my time is limited because I write every day, marketing my writing when I have time. I review mainstream legal thrillers/murder mysteries in fiction; historical and KDP-how-to nonfiction. I prefer to review Kindle Editions, but should be able to review any format you have available if you really need a review. Please write “KBR Review Request” in the subject line of an email, and send to jonathanmkamp@gmail.com.
Bethan – is a self-employed copywriter and editor living in Liverpool, UK. She probably reads too much but doesn’t think this is anything to be ashamed of. When she’s not reading, she enjoys watching really bad TV, spending time with her family, and attempting to write something of her own. Bethan’s favorite genres are historical (post 17th century) and literary, although she will read absolutely everything except children’s books for over 3 yrs old and sci-fi/fantasy. Please send Kindle format (mobi/pnc), not pdfs. When submitting, title email: KBR Review Request and send to Bethanchloetownsend@gmail.com
Paul Lappen – Though I prefer SF/Fantasy, I am willing to review any genre except poetry, romance, elementary-school children’s books and really bloody horror. I post my reviews to 13 or 14 other sites aside from my blog (seriously), so I hope that isn’t a problem. I have a Kindle Fire and a Sony e-book reader. When submitting please include “KBR Review Request” in the subject line and email to plappen@yahoo.com
Margitte M. Meyer – I enjoy historical fiction, murder, mystery. I read on Kindle-for-pc, Adobe Digitisl Editions. When submitting your book for review include KBR Review Request in the subject line. My email is margitte123@gmail.com.
Douglas Meeks – I’ve traveled all over the world, been to the top of the Eiffel Tower, to the Devil’s Anvil in Saudi Arabia, on top of the highest mountain in the Middle East and the lowest in the USA. After spending a lifetime working in or with the military, I finally had made enough to sit back and do as much (or as little) as I wanted to and since I had always been an avid reader, the jump to making it one of my major pastimes was easy. I’ve read many different genres over the years but stumbled into Paranormal Romance/Urban Fantasy after many years of reading mostly books in the Fantasy genre. I wanted a good story about people of action and passion that did not always end up in some tragedy. When submitting primarily M/F – PNR/UF stories, title the email: “KBR Review Request”, and send a formal request to mail4dcm@gmail.com. Doug is not accepting submissions at this time.
Dawna Jicha – I read on the Kindle platform, enjoy horror, thrillers, and medical mysteries. I’m either home or in hospitals all day as I have cancer so I have a lot of time to read. I’m a member of the Darkfuse Bookclub and I’ve beta read for Mason Mcintyre and Scott Nicholson and I’d be honored to review your well-written book. I prefer a mobi file or you can gift me a copy. When submitting your formal review request, be sure to include subject “KBR Review Request” and send to, biopayn@aol.com. Dawna is not accepting submissions at this time.
Mary Moya – I am in my early fifties, currently not working, so have time for writing and reviewing. I live in Vienna, Austria, and have accounts at Amazon.com, Amazon.uk and Amazon.de (all the same name). I’ve self-published some non-fiction and poems and know exactly where the beginning author is coming from. I enjoy Romance, Thriller, Non-fiction, Fantasy, and Sci-Fi. I need to be emailed a mobi file for my Kindle. You can submit a formal request at m.moya@gmx.at and put “KBR Review Request” in the subject line.
Karen Perkins – I’m a keen reader and writer of historical fiction, and have recently published two novels, An Ill Wind and Dead Reckoning, both in the Valkyrie Series about piracy and life in the Seventeenth Century Caribbean. I run a blog where I review two or three books a week and I’m always on the lookout for a great story. I would prefer to review historical fiction in the Kindle format, although I’m happy to read in all fiction genres. When submitting, include the subject “KBR Review Request” and send to publishing@lionheargalleries.co.uk. Karen is not accepting submissions at this time.
Frances Edge – I am an author living in Georgia with my family. I’m a reader of all genres but I particularly prefer Crime, Horror, and Thriller novels. I require the Kindle mobi format or a gifted copy. When submitting, include the subject “KBR Review Request” and send to fraledge@gmail.com. Frances is not accepting submissions at this time.
Jane McBride – I’m a 45 year old married mother of two boys who are both on the autism spectrum. We live in Taylorsville, UT and I am LDS. I am also an author. I really love British mysteries, but also like YA, some paranormal, biographies and anything British. Preferred formal is Kindle. When contacting me include subject line “KBR Review Request” and send to harrylover110@live.com. Jane is not accepting submissions at this time.
JJ Toner – JJ lives in Ireland and is an avid reader and an author. He prefers reading Thriller, SF, Crime, and Spy. Kindle format is preferred. When contacting JJ, please include the subject title “KBR Review Request” and mail a formal submission to irish.euclid@gmail.com JJ is not accepting submissions at this time.
Haley Sale – I’m 26 and have been an avid reader for as long as I can remember. I literally devour books, reading a full length novel in one sitting is quite a regular occurance. I love nothing better than getting lost in a good book and I love to read all different types of books. When I’m not reading, I’m busy as a department manager in a supermarket, catching up with friends and family, or relaxing (with a good book!) I will read any genre and prefer Kindle or pdf please. I have a blog at www.myloveofreading.blogspot.com When submitting, title email: KBR Review Request, and send to h_sale@hotmail.com
Shell Tidings – Welcome to the new review category of Poetry…from haikus to free form, anything goes. All I ask is simply no prose. I’m a mother to Serena, Support Worker, English graduate and writer. Find me musing @shelltidings on Twitter and blogging along at shelltidings.wordpress.com. With a poetry collection nearing fruition, and ditties in anthologies. Format: Kindle me your poetry! Contact: shelltidings@gmail.com. Shell is not accepting submissions at this time.
Kate Farrell – I have my own accounting business, but my passion has always been reading and writing. I grew up in a family of readers and have been hooked since “See Spot Run”. I enjoy suspense, crime, thrillers, chick lit, and historical drama. Preferred formats are Kindle or ePub. You can follow me on Twitter @katesreads My website is: www.KatesReads.com Title your email: KBR Review Request and mail to katesreads@gmail.com Kate is not accepting submissions at this time.
Deborah R – @lovetoreadrombk: Deborah works in the pharmaceutical field. She loves reading, sewing and quilting. Deborah mostly reads romance; contemporary, historical, western, and suspense, anything with a HEA. Her reviews can also be posted on her blog, Amazon, GR, etc. Prefers Kindle and Nook formats. Contact debr97@yahoo.com Deborah is not accepting submissions at this time.
Marilou George – I am a Mom, wife and lover of books. I’m an IT Analyst, book blogger and enjoy web design. I’m also a huge sports fan. I prefer general fiction, mysteries, crime and suspense but I’ll read anything except horror. I accept Kindle formal. My website is: www.confessionsofreader.blogspot.com and follow me on Twitter @MarilouGeorge. Marilou is not accepting review requests at this time.
Anita – I’m a stay home wife to my wonderful husband and we take care of our precious 2 year old granddaughter during the week. I also have 3 grown children and 1 son-in-law, oh and I can’t forget our Boston Terrier and 2 cats (1 cat belongs to our dog, she has a thing for cats) they think they are in charge of the household. My only hobby seems to be reading. I enjoy reading most anything… mystery/thrillers, scifFi, paranormal/horror/vampire/zombie type books, action/adventure and romance (preferably suspense). I’m always on the look out for that next great read. I prefer Kindle mobi, or pdf format. When submitting, title email: KBR Review Request and send to anitah1492@hotmail.com Anita is not accepting submissions at this time.
Tom Clementson @TCAbn – Tom has been working for the military for the last 20 years but is on a clandestine mission for the Kindle Book Review to find the absolute best in indie publishing. He shares his only his best, most classified work in historical fiction, science fiction and fantasy with us here – so if you’ve got an incredible short story, novella or novel and you’ve dotted your I’s and crossed your T’s …Tom can help. You can’t contact him directly but send a drop-note titled “KBR Review Request” with your e-pub or Kindle File. Tom is not available at this time.
Andria Sexelby @ASaxelby – Andria left behind the hectic world of Human Resources in London to set up home in the more tranquil Italian countryside with her husband and two children. She currently teaches English, introducing her students to the delights of English Literature where possible. When not reading she’s glued to films or listening to music. She reads most genres including historical fiction/non fiction as well as biographies and plays. Please send mobi format for Kindle. When submitting, title email: KBR Review Request and send to Andria is not accepting submissions at this time.
Katharine – I’m ever-so-slowly switching over from print to ebooks in order to make a little more space in the moving trucks. My Kindle holds everything from Aaron Allston to HG Wells. When not reading and avoiding housework, I’m homeschooling, cooking, volunteering, studying, hosting, trying to force the computer to do my bidding, or failing spectacularly at trying to multitask. I accept most sci-fi, historical fiction, urban fantasy, surreal fiction, and young adult submissions in Kindle-compatible formats. Katharine is not accepting submissions for the next few weeks.
Oh well, no one wants to review a true crime story, but take a peek, WRONG PLACE WRONG TIME is the book and can be found on Amazon!
I’ve had the same experience with my book, THE UNFINISHED, found at http://www.amazon.com/The-Unfinished-ebook/dp/B006IGUDTI .
It too is a crime/thriller (set in the future). But I’ll keep trying to find someone from this site.
Like many others I am looking for reviews and honest feedback about my book. Elvis From One Fan to Another is a fully interactive eBook with hundreds of links, photos and videos. If anyone has a chance, the book is on
Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Elvis-From-One-Fan-Another-ebook/dp/B00E45AWQY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1385828346&sr=8-1&keywords=elvis+from+one+fan+to+another
The website is http://www.elvisfromonefantoanother.com
If anyone has any suggestions please tell me.
Have you looked through our list of reviewers on this page? Each bio details what they like to read.
Short Short Story — Flash Fiction
I’ve written a short short story (aka “Flash Fiction) which is only about 3 pages long, and recently published it on Amazon for 99 cents. Also included in the book are six poems, but what I’m really interested in are reviews of the short story.
The story is gritty and a bit funny, perhaps resembling short stories like those of J.D. Salinger or Raymond Carver.
Would anyone here be interested in reviewing it? (As I say, it’s about three pages, and takes about four minutes to read.)
Thanks.
Mark, You’ll have to go to our “Get Reviewed” Page and scroll through our list of reviewers. They post their prefered genre(s) in their bios. Give that a try and see what happens.
I’d read and review it Mark, if you read and review The Unfinished. It’s 17 pages. http://www.amazon.com/The-Unfinished-ebook/dp/B006IGUDTI .
Contact me through my Facebook page. Facebook.com/ReadTheUnfinished .
Patrice
I need someone to read humour, doesn’t any like a good giggle here?! Hurry and let me know at toonedelic@hotmail.com or i guess i’ll have to review myself, which is never a good thing seeing as my alter-ego hates my guts.
Hi Darren, You’ll just have to search through our reviewer bio’s and pick one that reads that genre. If no one is interested that genre at this time, check back often because we are always adding new reviewers.
How does a writer get reviewed here when over half of your reviewers are “not accepting submissions?”
That’s a good question, John. I’m quite surprised myself that with over 25 reviewers we get far more requests than we can manage. Ans that’s why we are always adding reviewers–and still cannot keep up with the demand. But since our reviewers do this for enjoyment, we give them freedom to accept reviews when it is most convienient for them, working around their family, and life schedules. They do not get paid, so I’m sure you understand.
CJ
I came, I saw, I like but only have a book on British army humour set in the 1960s. Obviously what I need is a general reader and there are not many of those around. Will keep an eye on your site – good luck.
Are you British? I’m new to the site (as of today) and one of my favorite things to read is anything by a
British author… Send me an official request thingie and I can get back to you (I have this feeling they want us to go through official channels all the way). Jane McBride
Hi Jane…I’m sure you won’t have a problem getting submissions… Probably more than you want/can handle! Ha! Have fun. And be sure to read the “Starter Kit” I sent you. That is critical.
Well, Jeff, you’re right about that. More than I can handle was right! BUT if it’s British, I can read them all day and all night. I would LOVE to be flooded with British manuscripts. I would make sure the kids and dogs were fed, but everything else would be neglected.
Once I’ve worked out how to send you an official request (I’ve only just discovered this site and its opportunities to get reviewed about 5 minutes ago!)I would certainly love you to review my novel. I am British, it is set in the Uk – so hopefully would be something you would be interested to read.
Hi Jude,
What is a formal request? A formal request is a professional request for review including book information, link, brief synopsis, page count, genre, etc–sent to the appropriate reviewer per the bios listed on this page. This information allows the reviewer to gauge whether they will/want to review your book in the most efficient manner. DO NOT send out blanket requests. Good luck!
Hiya Jane. I’m in Bolton, Northern England. I’d love to send you my novel but it says you’re not accepting submissions.
Aaron David
complimentary spy thriller available for review:
TITLE: The Killing Ploy
GENRE: spy thriller
AUTHOR: Steve Haberman
FORMAT: e-book and available on Amazon
SYNOPSIS: Pablo de Silva is an agent in a CIA unit, whose work includes surveillance and killing. On a Berlin mission he fails to save a fellow agent, who’s also his lover.
Despondent, held now in low regard by his colleagues, he gets transferred to recuperate till his former mentor/head of that unit calls him home with a new assignment. Liaise with the San Diego FBI and see why two Defense Department contractors, headquartered in that California city, were murdered in Europe. Are terrorists behind it? If so, inform the unit’s head, and he’ll take over.
To de Silva, the task seems simple. Off he goes to San Diego and beyond, not realizing he’s slipped again into a dangerous world. Who are his true allies? Should he watch his back as well as his front? Not until the shocking conclusion of his mission one lonely morning does he find out. And not until that morning, facing danger to himself and to the U. S., do his allies discover Pablo de Silva is much more than he seems.
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Hi Steve, Please peruse our list of reviewers and contact the reviewer directly who you think is the best match per their genre preferences.Then write a formal review request and send it to that reviewer (see their email addy in the bio). Good luck!
I would be happy if Scott Worden reviews my ebook Secrets of Parenting with Love and Logic. This ebook is non fiction and it is about relationship between children and their parents/teachers.
I know that Scott is very busy but how can I reach this reviewer? Where should I apply?
Thank you in advance for your advice.
Hi Tatiana, Look at Scott’s bio. His email address is listed there. Simply submit a formal review request to him directly. Good luck.
Thank you very much, Jeff!
I just stumbled onto this site and find it interesting.
I’ve just published the first of my Five Flash Fiction Stories E-Book / Kindle (.99)
I have the book as a PDF on my site as well (.99)
I plan to return sometime after the New Year.
Happy holidays everyone!
– Joseph
I’m unsure who to approach for a review. My novel, NORTHMAN, is an historical/ timeslip/supernatural/horror thriller with a timeless romance. It doesn’t fit comfortably in any of the genres. Samples of the book are here: http://wp.me/s24Exb-northman Any help appreciated. Thanks.
JD, Just rty whoever seems to fit best. No single reviewer categorizes their favorite genre exactly like yours because yours is obviously unique. Try a reviewer that comes close. Submit a fomal review request (per instructions) and see what happens. If they pass, try another reviewer. The only one who can answer your question is the reviewer you contact–the reviewers do not monitor this page–they are too busy reading.
Many thanks, Jeff. I’ll do as you suggest.
Okay. Good luck! And keep your eyes peeled after the New Year–some of our reviewers will come back on line after the first of the year.
Thanks for your help. Have a good Xmas!
Thanks Jeff I will look forward to their return:))
Will you consider adding reviewers for Literary Fiction? All the reviewers are for genre books, but there is a big component of literature on the Kindle, too.
Try Kate Farrell if she is available now. She was our Lit. Fict. judge in the 2012 best indie contest. We take reviewers as they come on a volunteer basis.
My book is about revenge for the sex slaves of WWII
http://www.amazon.com/Snap-Dragons-Tail-ebook/dp/B00AOAR68K
I lived nearly half of my life as a sex slave but this story is about my grandmother.
There are many elements people who read say thriller, others say erotic because there is sex, blackmail and sado-masochism.
I have little idea about promoting a book. I crtainly cannot go on tv. I live in hiding with my bodyguards, husband and children. I feel a deep passion for this story and my editors love this book. People who read love it but how to make this book well known?
please if you can teach me I would be happier.
Hi Wang May Ming,
If you search through our “Author Resources” page, you will find a section with links to author servives (listed below the promotional sites we recommend). Look for the section titled “Editors, proof-readers, and cooperatives”. At the top of the list you will see this… “Quality eBook Covers from Jeff Bennington – $99 BUY NOW” When you click on that link, you will find that I offer an author consultation with a complete book analysis. I am currently ranked #28 in Amazon’s Author List in the Horror category, and have been ranked as high as #8. I can give you some advice if you are willing to go that route. Otherwise scroll through our author services for other great sites to promote your books.
I also recommend reading “The Indie Author’s Guide to the Universe.”
Good luck!
Jeff
I am interested in exchanging reviews. Presumed Guilty is getting favorable reviews, but I would like many more.
I want an honest, thoughtful review and welcome constructive criticism; however, I believe that if a review would damage a book’s average rating, that it should be shared with the author privately, particularly if authors are exchanging reviews.
ginocox@frontier.com
Thanks for providing this service, it’s invaluable. I submitted a request for Scott to review Stop Sabotaging Your Life, 3 Steps To Your Full Potential. I thought that he would be a good person to review my book because he enjoys reading non-fiction and books on relationships. Hope you enjoy it, Scott!
I’m not sure how to send my preferred reviewer a free copy of my book on Kindle as she requested. A little help? Do the reviewers accept novels in MS Word files? Thank you.
Hi Laura, Your book must be published on Amazon before we can review it. Most reviewers here have a Kindle and need the “kindle format” which is a .mobi file. If you have not formatted or edited your book for Kindle yet, see our Author Resource page for a “formatting resource”.
Hi Laura, I’m a published author and am just putting my hat in for reviews. Please let me know what your book is about. I can take pdf file or any file you have. Please write to me at writestylepublishing@gmail.com. do not let the name fool you it’s our publishing company email. We will not solicit your work for publishing. Thanks
Very helpful site for Indie Authors and publishers, I thank you for the info. I’d request one of the reviewers for my kindle edition to review.
PVK
Would love an unbiased review…am in the process of writing a second edition to my current book…but it looks like most of the applicable reviewers here are already overwhelmed!
My book is listed here on amazon related to job interviews:
http://www.amazon.com/Hiring-Manager-Secrets-Interview-ebook/dp/B007B3356A
Hi Russell, We apologize that our reviewers are so overwhelmed with books. We are always adding to the team and still can’t keep up with demand. And with our contest about to get under way, things aren’t going to open up anytime soon.
Is there a spiritually oriented reviewer who will read my autobiographical account of my meetings with and instruction by ascended masters, “Adventures of a Western Mystic: Apprentice to the Masters.”? On Amazon it has nine 5-star reviews.
Hi Peter, i can have a look at your book, but i also in an urgent need for a reviewer: http://amzn.to/29V7gYF.
Please reply if you are interested in the SWAP reviews: jacklyn_lo@yahoo.com. Thanks
I write books of no redeeming social value. Crime fiction theoretically written with a sense of humor and even some romance. I would love to receive a review of my books but virtually everyone who reads crime fiction is not taking submissions. “Things not opening up anytime soon” does not sound encourging. Wish you guys all the best, too bad we all have to sleep a few hours a day. Good luck mikefaricyauthor@gmail.com
I’m not an official Kindle reviewer but I’ve been looking for a good new book to read for a long time. If you read and review my Fantasy book on Amazon I’d be happy to do the same to yours. Let me know if you’re interested.
Hi Laura, We are always looking for reviewers. If you are interested, see the submission form above. reviewing here at KBR is a great way to great FREE reads in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Jeff
Hi Laura, are you still interested in the SWAP review? Have a look at my book http://amzn.to/29V7gYF.
thanks, jacklyn_lo@yahoo.com
Laura, Thanks for your reply please feel free to contact me directly at mikefaricyauthor@gmail.com.
I’d apprecoate reviewers of literary fiction and literature. Would be nice to see the KBR branch out into that and offer literary reviews as well as the genre reviews it currently has.
Hi Amanda, We do review your genre. Unfortunately, many of our reviewers are currently on the judging panel for the contest, including those who would love to read your work. We currently have 3 more reviewers in queue, so there will be more up soon. Check back in a week or two; perhaps one of them will be interested in your genre.
JB
Other than contacting each reviewer one by one, is there a way to find out if they are members of Amazon Prime and therefore could download / borrow a book for review for free?
Thank you for offering this valuable service. It’s a great idea.
Hi Owen, It is always the authors responsibility in any circumstance to provide a reviewer here or elsewhere with a review copy (print or ebook). If you read our reviewer bios, you will not only find out which reviewers read your particular genre and what format they require from the author. And so you know, Prime members get those free monthly rentals because they paid for the service. Any honest reviewer “receives a free copy of the book in exchange for a fair and honest review”. Almost all of our reviewers require a “kindle” version which is easily downloadable from your/the publisher’s Amazon KDP account.
What I was wondering was not so much about genre or formatting, but if, after reading the bios and finding a reviewer to accept my book, I could point them towards my book’s Amazon page where they could then download the free KDP Select version, rather than me having to mail a gift copy. I imagine that a lot of the avid readers who review here are Amazon Prime members.
I posed my original question as a suggestion so that if acceptable, in addition to mentioning genre in their bios, reviewers in the future could also mention if they are willing to accept loaned books through Prime / KDP select.
Thank you.
It is the author’s responsibility to give the reviewer a copy. I understand what you are saying, and they are too busy reading multiple books a week, writing reviews, and living life with their families that they honestly don’t have time to chase after books. Thats why they have email addresses posted so the authors can easily send them a kindle copy. And in this case, our reviewers already explain how to give them a copy in each bio… none of which includes chasing after the authors book. THink of it like this; they are doing the author a tremendous service. Out of gratitude, the author bends over backwards to give them a copy of their book. EX: I created my own 60-day blog tour in 2009, organized it, emailed reviewers (cold calls) and mailed or emailed 75 print and/or ebooks and I never expected the reviewers to do anything accept read my book and write a review. My effort was the only way I could get the book into their hands. I think we’ve made things about as easy and cost effective for any author willing to learn how to get a kindle version (mobi) of his/her book into the hands of our amazingly professional reviewers. They really are the best and at times I have to protect their time… that’s what I’m doing here.
I could not agree more. I send an email to a continually changing list of reviewers (100) asking if they would like a copy of my latest book for review. Most of the responses I receive are positive. Some individuals do not respond, I take that as a ‘no’. Others respond with a definite no, not a problem I’d rather that response as compared to sending a copy they have no intention of reading. I received a response from one woman who said she only reviews autographed hard cover books. She’s probably not the sort of individual I want to deal with. The other learning point in this process is that just because someone has agreed to accept and review does not mean they can begin tonight. I have a good many reviewers who may be 3-4 months in the process. We all have lives, jobs, family, or even, God forbid, other books to review. Of the hundred copies I send out for review I receive about 30-40 reviews, I chalk it up to the cost of doing business and it seems a small price in the scheme of things.
Sorry, I wasn’t trying to argue or complain, just to see if it was an option or suggest it as a new one. I didn’t realize it would create so much more work for the reviewers, but now I understand. I appreciate the service being offered here.
No worries… good luck with your book!