The Indie Reviewers List

This page provides links to where Indie books are reviewed. If you review Indie books please go here and I’ll add your link to the list.

To be on this list the Indie Reviewer has to be:

  • Actively posting reviews
  • Review eBooks
  • Not charge for their reviews
  • Not be affiliated to a publisher
  • Have submission guidelines in place for an Indie author to submit an eBook
  • Putting a link back to TheIndieView on their site

If someone asks you for a paid review let me know and I’ll take them off the list.

I try to keep the list as current as possible, but if you encounter a site that hasn’t updated reviews for a couple of months then let me know. I’ll take them off the list.

Reviewers NameWebsiteReviews Genre/sSubmission GuidelinesReviews postedDate Added (y-m-d)
Alicia JeanneAlicia JeanneAllAuthor SubmissionsBlog, Facebook2022-07-30
AlyWhat is Life Without BooksAllContact/Reviews RequestBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Librarything2017-10-15
Angie CarlsonLive to Learn Books"I review Children's Picture books that align with the mission of mental, emotional, social wellness for kid by promoting resilience, self-confidence, and personal growth."Book SubmissionBlog, Facebook2024-11-02
Anne ClarenceThe Reading LifeYoung Adult, Dystopia, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance. "I would not accept Erotica. Also, if your book has insta-love, that's a no for me too."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2018-03-04
AnnetteQueen of BooksFantasy, Science Fiction and Action/AdventureReview PolicyBlog, Goodreads2016-07-10
AntScience Fiction and Fantasy Book ReviewsSciFi & FantasyFAQsBlog2011-08-07
AutumnFallen Over Book ReviewsCrime, paranormal, paranormal romance, post-apocalyptic, demons, witches, horror, murder mystery, thrillers, dystopian, urban/dark fantasy, YA/Teen, suspense, humorMy Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2017-08-04
BigAlBigAl's Books and PalsAllSubmission GuidelinesBlog, Amazon, and at their option, reviewers may post their reviews to Amazon, Goodreads, Barnes and Noble, Amazon UK, and other review sites.2011-05-07
Blessing Obiahud'litreviewAll How to SubmitBlog2024-06-09
Books to get lost inBookworm1102LGBTQIA+, EroticaReview PolicyBlog, Amazon(Germany), Goodreads, Librarything2015-08-03
Caley GredigAs the Pages Turn"I read and review primarily Cozy Mysteries but am open to other genres as well."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2022-02-20
Cat StrawberryThe Strawberry PostAll, but "I do not want to review erotica, gory horror/violence and books with excessive searing or sex. Please check review submissions to see if a book is a good fit. 🙂 "Book Review Submissions GuidelinesBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2024-11-09
Catherine HsuEthereal PagesNo Erotica, Non-Fiction, Historical Fiction, Middle Grade, memoirs or biographies/autobiographies, Political books, Manga / Comics, Self-help books / “How To” Books, or Religious Fiction please!Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Library Thing2016-09-25
Chantale FergusonCanadian Book AddictSee review policy.Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads2021-03-04
Clemency CrowCrowvus Book Blog"My favourite genre is middle grade and YA fiction, and I'll sometimes post suggested lesson plans for any books that I think would make good class novels. I do, however, enjoy reading a wide variety of other genres. I'm generally open minded about books, but I'm not interested in erotica."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2018-08-21
Cody SextonA Thin Slice of AnxietyAllReview PolicyBlog, Goodreads, Facebook2019-01-29
Destiny BridwellFrom the Book Reviewer's DeskRomance, fantasy, action, mystery and more. (See submission policy.)Book Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2018-06-17
DustyEye-Rolling Demigod's Book BlogFantasy, Science Fiction. "I'm a big fan of books that feature some element of mythology. These days you'll find me reading stories mostly in the fantasy and sci-fi genres, between the middle grade and mature reader age levels. I also occasionally read contemporary romance books. While these are the genres I tend to drift to, I'm open to giving most books a chance."Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads2021-12-18
Elena LinvilleElena Linville's Tower of WindsScience Fiction, fantasy, horror, prarnormal. "I don't review erotica or books with excessive and gratuitous violence. I'm also not a big fan of graffic depiction of sexual assault or other physical abuse.

I can review an occasional romance, but it's more of an exception to the rule than a consistent reading choice."Science Fiction, fantasy, horror, prarnormal. "I don't review erotica or books with excessive and gratuitous violence. I'm also not a big fan of graffic depiction of sexual assault or other physical abuse.

I can review an occasional romance, but it's more of an exception to the rule than a consistent reading choice."Science Fiction, fantasy, horror, prarnormal. "I don't review erotica or books with excessive and gratuitous violence. I'm also not a big fan of graffic depiction of sexual assault or other physical abuse.

I can review an occasional romance, but it's more of an exception to the rule than a consistent reading choice."Science Fiction, fantasy, horror, prarnormal. "I don't review erotica or books with excessive and gratuitous violence. I'm also not a big fan of graffic depiction of sexual assault or other physical abuse.

I can review an occasional romance, but it's more of an exception to the rule than a consistent reading choice."
Submission GuidelinesBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, LibraryThing, Facebook2015-01-02
Elizabeth TablerbeforewegoblogScience Fiction, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Graphic Novels, HorrorReview PolicyBlog,Goodreads, Facebook2019-01-12
EpicEpicFantasy, Sci-FiReview PolicyBlog, Goodreads2023-03-30
EstherCozy with BooksFiction: Preference towards contemporary fiction, sci-fi and cyberpunk, and legal/police/detective or PI/mystery/forensic/medical thrillers. However, will consider all genres except for erotica.
Nonfiction: Will consider humor, travel, medical, auto/biography, and memoir nonfictions.
Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads2023-01-07
Gayathri LElgee WritesAllMy Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2017-07-21
Gina MitchellGina Rae MitchellAll. "I do not do horror, gore, or erotica. These books do not resonate with my readers."Book Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2019-01-29
Heather BarksdaleHeather's Bookshelf"My Book Review Preferences:

I only review fiction to include YA or adult fiction. Please do not submit children’s books for review.

Here are some of my most-read genres:

Historical Fiction (especially with a strong female lead or with romance)
Literary Fiction
Thriller/Mystery/True Crime
Science-Fiction/Fantasy

I will not read: erotica or anything discriminatory"
Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2020-09-13
Heather TJust Geeking ByFantasy, Sci-fi, horror, urban fantasy, disability, LGBTBook Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2022-07-30
HeidiLynn's BookReviewsHeidiLynn's BookReviewsMystery, Psychological Thrillers, True Crime, Romance Suspense, Memoirs, Erotica, LGBT. "I WILL NOT READ Historical, any Science Fiction, Paranormal, Political or anything to do with Abortions."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2019-03-23
Hines and Bigham's Literary TrystHines and Bigham's Literary TrystRomance, Fantasy, Erotica. (Love sweet and sexy vampires (not freaky and scary ones), werewolves, shifters. Mix those with an 18+ romance and we definitely want you to send it our way!)Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2013-11-16
JaneDear AuthorRomanceFor AuthorsBlog2011-01-24
Jane CairnsMostly Mystery Reviews"I review mysteries, mostly, but will review other genres, including poetry. However, I do not review romance, horror or erotica."Book Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads, Facebook2020-03-14
Jim McleodGinger Nuts of HorrorHorrorReview PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads,Facebook2013-07-06
Jo LinsdellJo LinsdellAll.Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads, Facebook2021-06-06
Julia LewisJulie C. LewisHorrorContact and Review RequestsBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2022-05-07
KatThe Lili CafeRefer to submission guidelines.Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2019-07-15
Laura SmithLaura's Books and BlogsChildren's Picture Books, Middle Grade, YA (Do not review books longer than 350 pages).Contact MeBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2020-06-06
Lauralee JacksHistory from A Woman's PerspectiveAll genres. (The books that I will accept to review should feature female protagonists in historical eras. The setting may be modern if it ties in heavily with history.)Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2016-07-10
Laurie NguyenA Lighthouse in the Dark"Self-help, mental health, counseling, children's picture books, poetry, memoirs. Anything mental health related. Will not review young adult or adult fiction."Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads2024-03-17
LillyLilly's Book WorldRomance, YAReview PolicyBlog, Goodreads, LibraryThing, Facebook2016-05-06
Literary TitanLiterary TitanAll.Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads, Facebook2021-12-18
Literature ApprovedLiterature ApprovedAll except horror and erotica. *** Be sure to read the submission guidelines and make sure your book is a good fit ***Rating and ReviewingBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2021-03-04
LukeFourteenth Avenue Presss - The Avenue Book ReviewMystery, romance, detective, thrillerReview Policy/ContactBlog, Amazon2024-05-05
Lynne BarnesBarnsey's Books“The main genres I focus on are horror, action & adventure, crime & mystery, science fiction and thrillers. Other genres will be considered. I don't review children's books.”Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2017-02-10
Mandy ParmenterMP Book ReviewsScience Fiction, Paranormal. “I love books with Vampires, Weres, Magic, Dystopian Worlds and Fantasy. I also like reading books with Seals, Billionaires and Aliens.”Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2016-12-26
Mike SiedschlagBooks are Theater of the Mind“I read and review most anything. But I don't much care for 'bodice ripper' romance. Romance is fine as part of a larger story, just not the main focus. Things like; comedy romance, paranormal romance, action/adventure romance, etc., are fine just not romance romance, if that is clear.”Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2015-08-03
Mom and KimberPages and PawsAction-adventure, Historical Fiction, Humor, Travel, Biography/Memoir, Christian Fiction. "We only review books rated G to PG-13. No profanity."Rating System & Submission GuidelinesBlog2023-01-29
Multiple ReviewersUnderrated ReadsAll. “We don't review children's or YA. Each of our reviewers have their favorite genres.”FAQBlog, Facebook2016-05-08
Multiple ReviewersWhispering StoriesAllReview PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2016-05-07
Multiple ReviewersLong and Short ReviewsAll genresRequest a ReviewBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2013-09-20
Musing of SoulsMusing of SoulsSee submission policy. "Musing of Souls is a website for everyone and thus I do not accept Erotica to review, not at all. Romance with any other genres is fine but whole book having leading only to romance and having no other elements will not be my favorite."To Request a Book Review!Blog, Amazon, Goodreads2020-06-06
Nick T. BorrelliOut of This World SFF ReviewsFantasy and Science FictionReview PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2018-08-27
OliviaBooks and Readers"Open to most genres . I don’t review Middle grade books and Children’s books."Submission GuidelinesBlog, Goodreads2017-04-11
Paula PhillipsThe Phantom ParagrapherAll. "I review most genres and when submitting I prefer reviewers to send a synopsis and then I decide from that to whether or not I will read. I am not a fan of profanity and will take the occasional erotica- heavily depends on the blurb."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2013-08-21
Portia MukherjeeLife as we know it ...Refer to submission guidelines.Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2019-07-15
Rachel SimonsStressed RachAll
No WesternsAll
No WesternsAll
No WesternsAll
No WesternsAll
No Westerns
Contact FormBlog2011-12-18
Reading NookReading Nook“I review most genres but if you want to check out what I have already read and reviewed then have a look at my category listings.”Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2017-02-10
Renee GiraldyReading ReneeRomance, mystery, drama, erotic romance, suspenseRequest a ReviewBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2012-09-17
Robin GoodfellowHollies, Happiness, and HealingAll.About/Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads2023-05-20
Rose AuburnRose Auburn Romance, Historical Fiction, Horror, Mystery. "No overt erotica, children's, YA, Religious, Political or Self-help."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2020-06-28
Rosemarie CawkwellRosie WritesAll. "I review crime, fantasy, detective, historical and science fiction, I also review non-fiction books, particularly history, true crime, biography and science related books, but I am open to suggestions.

I'm not interested in romance or erotica."
Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads,Facebook2017-06-29
Rosie AmberRosie AmberSee submission guidelines.Your Book ReviewedBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2020-01-25
Ruei WangRuei's Reading CornerFantasy, YA, contemporary, mysteryReview Guide and PolicyBlog, Goodreads2020-12-20
Sadie ForsytheSadie S ForsythI'll consider just about anything, but short stories, self-help, contemporary romances, and religious fiction rarely grab my interest.PoliciesBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2013-02-17
Sandra LopezSandra's Book ClubMost genres, see submission page for preferencesSubmission Guidelines2014-06-25
Shari SakuraiShari SakuraiHorror, Paranormal, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Male-Male Romance, Dystopian/Post-Apocalyptic. "I will not review male-female erotica."Review RequestsBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2014-10-22
Simona MoroniDark ThrillCrime, Detective, Thrillers, Spy, Action, Suspense, and horrorSubmit Your Book for ReviewBlog, Goodreads, Facebook2020-03-14
Stephanie PhillipsStephanie's Book ReportsRomance. “We have a large review team. All requests are submitted to the team to see who is able to review then the author is notified.”Review RequestsBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook 2015-05-21
Stephen ReevesS.D. ReevesFantasy, Science Fiction, Historical Contact UsBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2023-10-07
Tales from AbsurdiaTales from Absurdia"I will consider most requests, as Tales from Absurdia is not a genre-led blog.

However, please do not send me erotic literature, horror, or content with gratuitous violence.

I am particularly partial to the following:

Literary Fiction
Philosophical Fiction
Contemporary
Sci-Fi
Fantasy (excluding grimdark)
Metafiction
Non-Fiction"
Review PolicyBlog, Goodreads2021-02-06
Teatime and BooksTeatime and BooksAll genre. Book Review SubmissionsBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Librarything2019-11-07
The Kindle Book ReviewThe Kindle Book ReviewWe have dozens of volunteer reviewers who simply LOVE to read. We review all genres except erotica.Book ReviewsWe post our reviews on Amazon ONLY, although our reviewers are free to post their reviews anywhere upon the author's request.2013-08-27
Tony RichesThe Writing DeskAll except erotica and horrorAboutBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2014-08-01
TonyaA Book A DayFantasy
Other Genre
sci fi, romance, mystery, historical fictionFantasy
Other Genre
sci fi, romance, mystery, historical fiction
Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2012-01-28
ValerieCats Luv Coffee"Mainly Urban fantasy, paranormal fiction, horror, YA if it fits into the other genres, sci fi and non fiction in case my case basis. No erotica, cozy mysteries, crime thrillers."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2018-08-27
VariousBook Review CrewAllReview RequestBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2021-10-03
Yvonne KanuBooKecCenTricRomance, YA, Fantasy, Inspirational, Christian, Self-help. No erotica.Request a Book ReviewBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2017-12-17
Yvonne WuWomen Connect OnlineAll. "We are looking for content that targets women. Talks about parenting, has women as the main character in fiction books or talks about information that would interest women."Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook2020-04-20
ZaheerahReading and ReviewsAll. “won't review erotica or biographies”Review PolicyBlog, Amazon, Goodreads2015-09-28

Disclaimer: I get nothing from the above reviewers, except the pleasure of seeing their work succeed.

816 thoughts on “The Indie Reviewers List

    • My pleasure Kim. Please spread the word about the list through the independent bookstores. I know that many of the independent bookstores have blogs or websites. Thank you for your reviews of Indie books.

  1. Hi Simon,

    Thanks for this great list, which I discovered because it is sending traffic my way, thank you. Regarding my own Kindle Nation site at http://kindlehomepage.blogspot.com, I appreciate being included, although I should say that we rarely do reviews. What we do are sponsorships, and in the course of it we often say positive and truthful things above and beyond the copy submitted by an author or publisher, but we always identify a sponsorship as such so that nobody will think they are reading an objective review.

    All that being said, I wonder if you would mind if I included your list on our indieKindle site and newsletter for authors and publishers at http://indiekindle.blogspot.com, as a resource. Of course I would link back to you.

    Cheers,
    Steve Windwalker

    • Steve,
      Good to see that the page, and its intended purpose, is working. Kindle Nation is a fantastic site and a great resource for Indie writers. As soon as my book is finally ready I’ll be taking one of your Gold Sponsorships. A rare review is still a review. Frankly, putting out up front that you have sponsorship is refreshing, and that’s why you’re on the list. A link to the list from your site would be great and much appreciated.

      Cheers,
      Simon

  2. You said to let you know if review sites charge. Well, I contacted one excellent site with a superlative reputation: Midwest Book review. And they wrote back that they charge $50 for a Kindle review.

    They are so well thought of that it’s worth it to me. But still…

  3. Hi,

    I’m number 57 on your list up there, SFandFantasyReviews.blogspot, and Unfortunately I now do not fit the criteria for this list. I’m still free, and I still review Indie books (although I do non-indie books as well). I’m still actively reviewing. In fact, Starting next week, I’m planning on ramping it up to two reviews per week.

    But I don’t do eBooks. I don’t know if that’s a new criteria, because I don’t remember it, but since the majority of my site’s traffic comes through this site, I was hoping you could make an exception? I do leave a review on iBooks…

    I understand that it may not be possible, but I hope it is. I think that this is a great, and helpful list, and thank you for including me on it thus far.

    Thanks,
    Adam Bourke

    • I’d be a real meanie if I cut off the majority of your traffic now wouldn’t I? So I am going to leave you on the list – I’ll make a comment that you cannot review ebooks but have stepped up to reviewing two books a week.

      And Adam, thank you, on behalf of us indie authors for what you do – without people like you, we’d all still be struggling to get the word out. So thanks and I hope the traffic builds for you even more – in fact I’m sending you the indieview guidelines so that you can be indieviewed and increase your traffic 🙂 Have a great day.

  4. I recently received a review from a blogger who is not listed on your site. I’ll contact him and give him your link and let him initiate contact.
    Thanks for doing so much for the indy authors.
    Bob

  5. Hi Simon!
    Just thought I’d add my thanks to that of all the other indie authors who must be foaming at the mouth to get hold of a list like this! It’s really going to help me out with my promoting, which often seems to guzzle time out of my life. I got here via a link from Dave Gaughran’s blog – he’s a newcomer with some interesting stuff to say about his self publishing journey, hopefully he’ll send a few more eager newbies (like me) here, to the betterment of all! Wow. So betterment really IS a word…
    Cheers!
    Tony

  6. I have several comments here.
    First thank you for this list.
    Second if anyone on her wants to be a part of my book blog tour and do reviews they can email me at mysticalevents.webs.com.. if this is ok. if not I understand.
    Third I want to be a part of the indie authors list. Do I approach the reviewers or do I request through you? My book is non fiction paranormal ebook

    All of this is just GREAT!!!

    Thank you

    • Hi Bertena,

      Thanks for the kinds words. To get on the Indie Authors List, as it says, you need at least 1 three star review from one of the reviewers listed on the Indie Reviewers List. If you have this, then head over to the Join menu on the right side bar. If you do not, then you’ll need to contact the right reviewers for your type of book, follow their submission guidelines and wait to get your book accepted for review by one of them. Best of luck, Simon

    • Thanks Paul,

      I’ll add the new podler and see if they want to post to Latest Indie Book reviews. Bit pressed for time at the moment but I’ll be adding your review a little later today. I also have about 15 reviewers to add. Never enough time in a day…

  7. What a great site! I am in a quandary; as a self-published indie writer, like many of us denied by Big House publishers who do not want to take chances , I am in search of reviewers. My book is fiction; black market antiquities traders in 1960s Italy. It has all the elements–love, hate, duplicity, revenge, murder, infidelity and contains the history of Etruscans and early inhabitants of pre-Roman Italy to set up the reader for the grave goods found in cities of the dead. It is an exciting read from all reports, and I would be very happy if a reviewer on this esteemed list would offer to take a read and comment. If someone sees this post, kindly contact ANITA F> VENEZIA author Crosswinds at Campo Carcasso.

    • Hi Anita, thanks for the compliment. Your book sounds very interesting, however, waiting for reviewers to contact you for a review is setting yourself up for a very long wait. Most, if not all, of the reviewers on this list have a TBR queue that is longer than the River Nile and none, to my knowledge, have ever written an author asking to review their book.

      If you want reviews I suggest you start emailing, personally, each of the reviewers who are likely to accept. Read their submissions guidelines carefully and then write about 30 emails. Address each personally and mention the reviewers site personally – an impersonal mail merge is NOT going to stand out enough for a reviewer to accept.

      Good luck!

    • Hi Catherine, Thanks for pointing that out. Babs has changed the name of her site to Bab’s Book Bistro. We’ve updated the links and got the universe back in alignment – thanks again 🙂

  8. There’s something fishy about Daily eBook Reviews. They solicit your email address and your joining their newsletter. Then they ask you to confirm by clicking a link to an incoming email that invites you to join a contest to win 1 million euros. Sounds spammy to me and I backed out.

    • That sounds ugly. I’ll check it out – thanks for the heads up. [EDIT] Update after checking it out.
      James, I checked out the link as it is in the database and I subscribed to the newsletter. I got a totally legitimate email and link back. No lotteries or scams. Site looks 100% genuine indie to me. Probably you have a redirect virus or worm happening within your own system. Check it out. Good luck.

  9. Hi! My listing only says I post to my blog but I post to Amazon and Goodreads as well as a matter of course, other sites on request. I can’t see how to change it. Would you mind updating for me?
    Thanks!
    Pav

    • Information is taken from the submissions page on your blog – however will update for you on the weekend. Probably should change the form to include this item 🙂

  10. Thanks so much for this list.

    I’ve invested so much time into publishing my books with a professional level of editing, art design (getting a redo for first two covers, this time w/ a pro), etc., that I haven’t done much legwork in marketing. I am grateful for a list of vetted reviewers. A gift!

    Looking into the future, reviewing “good” ebooks is one of my plans for an upcoming blog. I wrote Sunday book reviews for the Des Moines Register in a previous incarnation and had a book review column in a regional mag. I love reviewing (sometimes more than writing my own books) and realize just how important it is to have sites where readers can trust reviewers to steer them away from poorly written books. Cheers!

  11. I also do author interviews and book reviews. Please add me to your list as well!

    I review science fiction, fantasy, chic lit, anything with an amusing plot line. I do not review anything with excessive violence, sex etc. All my reviews have a section for cautious readers and I don’t like posting anything that would make my mom too uncomfortable.

    Here’s the link to my guidelines: http://www.sabrinasumsion.com/index.php/writing-industry/15-book-reviews/26-book-review-guidelines

  12. I’m just about ready to publish an ebook, and am so thankful for this site. It’s exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much for doing this.

  13. FYI:

    While the 4 sites you list up front under “Prolific Indie Reviewers” are indeed prolific (and kudos for that!), indie authors might also be interested to note:

    1. BigAl’s Books and Pals: Has not been “accepting unsolicited review submissions” since May 17, 2011.

    2. Candy’s Raves: Has a backlog of over 90 books to review as of September 25, 2011.

    3. TC Booked Up: States at the end of his review guidelines, in bold, “Please note I am not presently accepting new requests.”

    4. Wading Through Electronic Ink: Reviews only “YA fantasy/paranormal novels”.

    In other words, these sites may be of limited use to general eBook authors at present.

    However, I look forward to perusing the rest of your list…

    …and thank you for compiling it and providing such a valuable resource.

    • Hi Foxtrot,

      Yes your observation is true, however the list is also for readers and at the moment the reviewers listed are the only one’s who fulfill the criteria for “Prolific”. There’re another 131, reviewers on the list. One of the challenges with the list is the speed with which reviewers come and go, and the speed with which their TBR queues fill up.

      Cheers,
      Admin

    • Thanks for the notice, Stan. Just removed them – people change… We check the site’s review policy at time of inclusion in the list and then rely on our readers for notice that they have changed – so thanks again for letting us know 🙂

    • Thanks, and keep ’em coming. The goal is to keep the list as current and accurate as possible – the good news is that I have ten reviewers waiting in queue to join the list 🙂 You lose some, you gain some…

  14. Hi, I have a new blog for reviewing books (focus on Indie) and short fiction. I filled out the form to be added a while ago, and I wondered how long it took to be added to the list.

    Great concept!!!

    • Hi Ravenous,

      No fixed time on that it depends purely on when time is available. Usually we wait till we have a block of ten to add (which is now) and then update. Soon and thanks for your patience.

  15. Marina Scott, Writing Unhooked, appears to be deleted by the authors and I did a Google search of the blog name to see if it maybe moved, but no dice. Just trying to help curate. It was a random first click.

  16. Hi
    Just discovered your group on Absolute Write Water Cooler. Is there a way I can get my new cozy mystery, MOTHER, MURDER AND ME, reviewed by one of your reviewers? It’s just been published by a small, indie publisher, Swyers Publishing, and is now available on Amazon.com, B&N.com, Smashwords.com, and from the publisher. ps you can read more about the book on one of those sites or on my face book page: Sandra Gardner (sandywritesbooks@gmail.com)
    thanks!
    Sandy Gardner

    • “Is there a way I can get my new cozy mystery, MOTHER, MURDER AND ME, reviewed by one of your reviewers?”

      We do not have any influence over what reviewers read and review. All we do is list where they are. The best way to get your book reviewed is to find those on the indie reviewers list who might want to review your book by writing to them and asking them.

  17. This list is incredibly useful. Thank you so much for compiling it and sharing it with us indie authors.

    That being said, I approached http://www.bzhercules.com/book_review_suggestions.html
    for a review and they replied that they now charge $7.99 — although they offered to do mine for free because I approached them “before the change” (I approached them today and the email felt automated) — and then they evidently list your book on their website for sale with you “keeping all the profits”.

    Although I could easily be wrong, this doesn’t quite feel “right” to me. Needless to say, I politely declined their invitation.

    In any case, I thought you should know.

    And thank you again so very much for the obvious time, effort, and attention you put to this. Greatly appreciated.

    Jonathan

    • Yes, looks like they have changed and are charging – they will be removed immediately.

      Thanks for the heads up.

  18. Hi,
    I cannot thank you enough. Literally within minutes of applying to one of the reviewers listed I got an offer to review my 4-book series! Now this might be for several reasons, but I would like to think that this reviewer liked the look of them. Thank you so much for this list, its biggest strength is its currency.

  19. I am an indie author and would love to put my book in the hands of a reputable e-book reviewer. Any suggestions or tips? Many thanks for your time. Beth

    • Beth,

      That’s what this list is for. The definition of reputable may be open for interpretation, but all of those on this list appear to be. (If anyone finds that not to be the case, let us know.) Each reviewer has different submission policies, but you can search the list for those that seem to be a good fit for genre (or accept all) and follow their guidelines or policy which is linked in the list.

  20. First, thank you for the great and very helpful list!
    One nitpick: the list would be even more helpful if the view didn’t default back to the first page and the 10-at-a-time view, every time one uses the browser’s (at least, Chrome’s) Back arrow. (A few of the links opened in a new window, which made things much easier — but most didn’t.)

    • Thanks for the suggestion, Karen. I’ll look into this. At a minimum, if some links are opening to another tab I should be able to get them all to do that.

    • Stacy,

      This site doesn’t do reviews, although we do have our IndieView feature (the majority of the posts you’ll see on the home page) that are a combination of interview and book promotion. If you’re interested in that, email admin@theindieview.com and say you’d be interested in doing an “IndieView.” However, the page you commented on has links to a couple hundred review sites that either specialize in or open to reviewing books the are independently published. The list is provided to help author’s find review sites that might be willing to review their books.

  21. My review guidlines for indie/self-published authors has changed. The genres accepted are now as follows: non-fiction, crime, mystery, thrillers (including medical thrillers), action/adventure, dystopian, zombie, suspense, espionage/military and sci-fi with a strong science/technology/medicine focus

  22. This is a wonderful thing you’re doing here, and an exceptionally useful list.

    Below are some observations that may help you maintain it:

    – Anagha Uppal and Ana Uppal are one and the same person, but she appears twice
    – Jane Kalmes (Indiebook Podcast) may not be active any more: last post is dated March 2012
    – L.E. Olteano – neither of the two links in the entry resolve in a website
    – Malachi comes up as a ‘private blog’ and requires a log-in
    – Pavarti K Tyler – the review policy link resolves in ‘page not found’ whereas the main link works but nothing on her website suggests that she’s still reviewing books
    – Rebecca Abey – review policy link resolves in dud page
    – Red Adept – review policy link resolves in 404 not found; main link announces the end of the blog in March 2012
    – Lisa (indiebookblog.net) – resolves in a generic ‘contact support’ page

    Hope this is of some help and wish you all the best.

    Many thanks
    Sebastian

    • Thanks, Sebastian. I knew about Red Adept and should have caught that before now. I’ll investigate and fix the others as appropriate.

  23. 1. Thank you SO MUCH for this resource. It’s wonderful and your work is greatly appreciate.

    2. FYI: The website for Abbey of Bittersweet Books states that as of 6/20/2012: they are “NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING BOOKS for review.”

    • Thanks Elias. Regarding #2, we don’t try to keep up with who is currently accepting or not accepting books, because, depending on the way that particular blogger handles such thing, it could change very often.

  24. Thanks for the info, but I fear that much of it is already out of date. I contacted a lot of the listed indie reviewers with my new novel “The Legend of White Eagle”, and have not received a single review, despite providing free copies. I expect that most if not all are swamped with requests, but many seem to have quit reviewing altogether for some time!

    • Raymond,

      I can guarantee most, if not all, are swamped. No reviewer will be able to review every book submitted or will be interested in reviewing every book where they receive an inquiry, depending on their submission policy. However, if there are some on this list that are no longer active, I’m interested in knowing which ones so they can be removed from the list.

  25. Hi,
    Sorry to be a downer but we are no longer accepting books for review. It became too much too quick so we shut our site down. Please delete my listing so no one gets confused.
    Thanks!
    Brina

  26. I have just signed up to the indie list and I am accepting all genres of books to review. Please send an email to shaniquaharris32@gmail.com with when you need the review by and if you would like a copy of the review. If for what ever reason I stop reviewing books I doubt this would happen but if it does I will contact all of the authors on my email list to let you know. Thank you for reading this and look forward to working with you in the near future.

  27. I just wanted to thank you for this site–it is a gold mine of review opportunities for Indie authors that are trying to get out there. 🙂 I was able to submit many requests that were listed all here in one handy place.

    Thanks a gazillion!
    Theresa

  28. My book review blog is one of the Indie reviewer blogs on your list–for which I am greatly appreciative. However, I would like to update the categories that I am currently reviewing. How do I do about this?

    Thanks in advance,

    Gerry B.

  29. Hi Guys, amazing work here. I’ve sent my material to some reviewers and waiting for feedback. Want to say Ana Uppal (above) doesn’t work. Link not successful. Check it out. And check out my stuff just for a read, worth knowing I’m an Indie Author. Hope to have another reply as soon as I get reviewed.

  30. I would love a book review from you! My name is Robyn Hill, and I am an author on Amazon Kindle with a 5 star review status. My number one book is a pre-teen read, beginning with grade 4, but even adults love it. It is a magical bubblegum adventure through several fun, delicious and hilarious mishaps. I have included the smashwords link where I offer it free of charge.
    Grum!
    https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/131871
    Here is my Amazon Kindle Link
    http://www.amazon.com/GRUM-ebook/dp/B005GPQF9O
    I have also included an attachment and would love a review. 🙂
    Here is GRUM! facebook page as well.
    https://www.facebook.com/pages/GRUM/101411106638854?ref=hl

    • Robyn,

      We don’t do reviews here. This is a list of reviewers that you can potentially submit your book to for a review

  31. Hello Simon,

    Just to let you know that for the time being I am not accepting review requests for the enovella review.

    Thanks

    Trevor

  32. On 10-Sep-12, TC Booked Up was stating that she was not accepting new books for review (for an unspecified period) due to back-log.

    • John, I’m guessing you’re seeing the first 100 by setting the number displayed at a time to 100. To go to the next 100 (or back to the previous 100) use the little buttons with arrows just below the bottom right corner of the table displayed.

  33. Could you please update my listing regarding the genres I accepted at my site, as we’ve never accepted all genres. Like the submission guidelines box, could you have genres listed as “Please visit website” or your standard message?

    If this is possible, thank you, I’d greatly appreciate it because I receive a high number of requests referred from your site who see “all” here and never read my guidelines apparently so I have to reject the majority of them as they fall outside our acceptances.

    • Red, I’ve updated including changing the link for your submission page. Thanks for your suggestions as well. This was something on my list of changes I was considering and your comment validates my thinking on the need for that change.

    • Thanks, Becki. Although I won’t drop someone from the list if they are currently closed to submissions, because that is constantly changing with many bloggers, a situation like this where they are no longer actively reviewing, is another matter. I’m removing this reviewer from the list. Thanks for letting me know.

  34. Hello! I run There for You. I’m sorry, but could you please remove me from the list? I’m unable to review. Thank you!

  35. Admin,

    I have asked twice without a response as to whether or not it is possible to access the names of the reviewers in addition to the 100 available on this Website. I understand there to be 85+ additional ones. I have been through the list of 100 and have found it very useful.

    Also would appreciate knowing what other lists are available regarding the romance, literary and general fiction genre and what category-genre contemporary love stories are assumed to be in.

    John Henry Brebbia

    • John, I responded in the comments to your question the last time. What I said then is below:

      “I’m guessing you’re seeing the first 100 by setting the number displayed at a time to 100. To go to the next 100 (or back to the previous 100) use the little buttons with arrows just below the bottom right corner of the table displayed.”

  36. Hello there!

    I wanted to make sure I was at the correct website. I am trying to have my books reviewed and hopefully to deliver more traffic to my website or possible book purchases. Please let me know if I am in the wrong site. 🙂 I do appreciate your time.

    Thank you.

    • John, the page you were on contains a list of reviewers who meet specific qualifications (or at least did when added to the list).

      1) They’re willing to review books by “indie” authors.
      2) They’re actively reviewing books on their website or blog.
      3) They don’t charge for reviews.
      4) They have a page that outlines their guidelines for submitting a book for review.
      5) They’re willing to accept books in an electronic format for review (don’t require a paper book).

      We don’t do reviews on this site (more about that later), but are a starting site for you to find reviewers from the list who *might*. It is up to you to look at the list, find those who based on the information we give appear to be a good fit for your book (most listings have genre preferences), and look at their submission page for additional information and details and, if all looks well, follow their submission policy.

      One thing I should note is that book blogs are constantly closing and then reopening for submission. Different blogs have different policies. We don’t remove a review site from our list that is closed to submission and add them back when they reopen because, depending on the blog, this could be happening often.

      Although we don’t do reviews on this site, we do interviews with authors and reviewers which serve to promote one of the author’s books or the review site. If you (or any author or reviewer reading this) is interested in doing an interview email me at admin@theindieview.com expressing your interest.

  37. To whom it may concern

    I am an artist working on an ebook on the internet everyday since 3rd September 2012. I have been working quite passionately on it, so I am looking for indie ebook reviewers to perhaps review my humble blog.

    Feel free to contact me at my email address (it’s public so feel free to share it) listing above for any questions and whether or not what I am soliciting is possible.

    Thank you for your time.
    Chris Polydorou.

    PS I am also on twitter @EatArtDaily
    PPS And I have a wisdom blog on tumblr but that’s just stuff I’d normally write on Post Its and litter my art studio http://www.tumblr.com/blog/eatartdaily

    • Thanks, pjwakawak. One of them (darksideofthecovers) tried to open up, but my virus detector cut it off part way. That’s good enough for me. I deleted the first three. The last one, they’re still there, but the submission page was changed and the link broken. I’ve fixed that.

      Thanks for letting me know.

  38. Hi,

    I am a writer and independent publisher. I encouraged writers of all ages to publish works written for children and am looking for reviewers to review some books.
    I notice that some reviewers mention that they review all genres, some mention young adult, and yet others mention the various genres that they prefer. I wonder if there are any on this list that review children’s categories too. If so, I would like to submit these books for review.

    By the way, I must say that this is a great list to have online. It makes life so easy for indies like us.
    Thanks a ton!

    • Novella, you need to look over the list yourself and contact each reviewer that looks like a possibility. We only maintain the list.

  39. Hi Simon,
    This is brilliant. Two things — as I’m going through it I’m seeing it needs some updating as several have stopped. Do you want me to mark which ones to let you know? Also the when I click to any of the sites and come back, I wind up on page 1 of the site. That’s kind of clumsy.

    • Yes, Marion. If you find any of these are no longer reviewing or fit the other criteria (accept ebooks as submissions, willing to review indie/self-published books, or charge for reviews), we want to know about it to investigate and remove them from the list. Just comment here or email admin@theindieview.com

      • Hi Simon,
        Just want to let you know I am going through this and will write you with the results of who is no longer doing reviews. It might not be a complete list as I’m only looking at pages that look like potentials for my work. Also I’m noticing that sometimes when I click on a site, I lose the Indie Review link. When reload it I have to find where I left off which gets to be kind of a pain.

        • Thanks, Marion.

          Can you give me an example of the last thing you mentioned? I think I know what that is and what I’ll need to do to fix it, but want to make sure.

    • Mike, you need to contact the reviewers on this list that appear to be a good fit for your book individually. Their requirements for getting reviewed vary, so follow the link to their submission policy to determine which might potentially review your book and how to go about submitting your book for review to each.

      Admin

  40. Waw! This list is incredible. I don’t even dare to imagine what time it would have taken me to find all these review sites. Wonderful job. Thanks.

  41. Someone posted your site on Twitter for me. Trying to get the word out about my husband’s new series The Chronicles of Guiamo Durmius Stolo. Thanks for providing such a wonderful resource for indie authors!

    Tracey

    • Thanks, Tracey. I’d removed them from the main database, but neglected to do the same in the “prolific” list. I’ll take care of that now.

  42. Just landed here so haven’t touched the list yet, but had to give you an acknowledgement and big thank you for putting this together. My husband and I do everything ourselves (from creating the products to designing our web sites) so any outside help is greatly appreciated. 🙂

  43. Hi Simon,

    Thank you so much for the list. What a wonderful job you are doing! I just wanted to let you know that you are truly appreciated. I just published my children’s ebook on Amazon and was struggling to find people to review it. When I came across your site, my book review prayers were answered. Thank you again! Have a wonderful weekend.

    Best,

    Camille
    Link to Amazon: http://ow.ly/hPsft
    https://twitter.com/ShoesAdventures
    https://www.facebook.com/ShoesAdventures

  44. Hi,

    A fantastic list but I am overwhelmed by the numbers. And still they grow! I write little ‘eBooks’ of vignettes/short stories/parfables/fictional essays and publish on Amazon, Kobo etc under the name of B F Moloney. I really enjoy what I do but I’ve got an uncomfortable feeling they defy genres and as a result are unreviewable. On saying that, would any reviewer out there like to have a crack at it? It might be challenging. Thanks for the great site.

    Bede

  45. My eyeballs hurt. Spet the past four hours going through all 213, filtering for genre, availability and posting to Amazon (my desired launchpad), etc. Ended up with 21, which, considering, isn’t bad.

    But if you hadn’t put this list together I’d still be four hours in, Googling my ass off and would have submitted to maybe 5.

    Thanks a ton for this resource.

  46. my name is karl allen. My book ‘the golden virtues of jesus christ’ was origionally published by trafford publ feb 2010. but later by createspaceit is sold on amazon. i recently received 2 amazon reviews a 3 star, and recently a 5 star review. i would like to receive more reviews for my book. please email me if you can assist me in this. thanks for your kind consideration, karl allen.

    • Karl, posting this here is unlikely to get attention. Going through the reviewer list and contacting those who appear to be a good fit for you book is more likely to bear fruit.

  47. Hi! Great job with the list!! I added my name and website/blog a while ago but still no listing, just wondering if my changing from Terrraverum.com to Terraverum.wordpress.com would affect? How could I change that? Thanks so much!!

    • Shamira, I need to catch up submissions to the list for the last week or two, which should happen in the next few days. If it has been in that time frame then I’ll look out for it and adjust the links accordingly.

      • Hi, I hate having to bother you again – so sorry! but I can’t find my site listed and I havn’t had review requests coming in even though I know there are many out there – I am very keen to help indie authors and I am able to do reviews on several sites. Please let me know if I didn’t fill in anything properly or you need more info or something. thanks!

  48. You have a million messages all saying much the same – thank you for the list. You probably don’t need another. But let me add mine – thank you. Fabulous resource.

  49. As a newbie author, I’m devouring the useful information on your list! Just wanted to update you and say that the Bookish Brunette is NOT accepting review requests right now. 🙁

    • Thanks, Ellen. I don’t try to keep up on the sites that are temporarily closed for submission. That would be close to impossible to do and could change often. As long as they are still reviewing, which seems to be the case here, then I’ll leave them on the list. Man reviewers will open for a short time, build up a back log, then close again until they’re caught up.

  50. Just letting you know SpunkyReads Reviews is now being changed up. So you can delete the info you have up for it currently. Will let you know about the new info!

  51. I am completely lost. I am trying to get onto a page that will tell me how to register my books for review. I clicked on reviewers list but see nothing about listing my books. Am I missing something or what? Please help an ignoramus.

    • Douglas, you’re looking for a page that doesn’t exist. We list indie friendly reviewers, but it is up to you to research the list to find those that appear to be a good fit and submit/query each depending on the particular system and rules each site has as explained on their submission page.

  52. Hi,
    OneTitle Reviews and Bronsen Earl
    have confirmed they will review, but after two months, no response at all.
    I appreciate their time is best spent reviewing, not e-mailing, but some progress report would be helpfull. Afterall, if they decide not to review, how will I know?

    • AGB, the short answer is yes. Do a search by entering “Christian” in the search box just above the table of reviewers. It will narrow what is shown down to those that have that term in their listing. You’ll see several that specifically mention they don’t (stay away from them, obviously) and several that specifically mention they do (if everything else seems a good fit, check out their submission page).

  53. I am no longer accepting book reviews and will eventually be deleting my blog after I have fulfilled all my review requests. Can you please delete my blog, A Bit of Dash, from the list? Thank you.

  54. Hey, I have a brand new indie and self published book review/recommendation blog, and I’m just trying to get my name out there. I will absolutely add a link to your website and would love it if you could add my blog to the list.

  55. Thanks for the great list, Simon! (I found your site through Goodreads).

    I have sent in the form for our site and wanted to let you know that I have already posted the link to your site on the book reviews listing page. It is good to share the love!

    We are fairly prolific (we seem to have been meeting our goal of a minimum once per week since there are three of us who review), so it would be great if we could go on the prolific list. But since we don’t have a long track record yet and may run out of steam, perhaps not 🙂

    • Thanks Jill. I’m a bit behind updating the reviewer list, but plan on getting the more recent submissions added in the next day or two. It’s up to you. If you’d like to be added to the prolific list now, I could do it, or if you’d prefer I’ll wait until you’re more confident in being able to keep up the pace.

      Al

  56. Go ahead and assume that we will be prolific. I promise to get back to you if we start to falter! We were spending a lot of time working out the kinks in the site for the past couple of months, so we didn’t have enough time to write. I think we will actually be able to keep up now that the site is fully settled.

    Thank you so much!
    Jill

  57. *** NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT! ***

    http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CO81XAW

    Defective, a novella by Joan Hall Hovey is now available at Amazon, Smashwords and Omnilit. Coming Soon to Barnes & Noble, Kobo and Apple.

    Hi all,
    My publisher is Books We Love and they are an independent Canadian publisher, so I guess that makes me indie too. My latest (6th) suspense novel ‘DEFECTIVE” has just been released and I’d love to have some reviews since it has none at the moment. Thanks so much.
    Joan

  58. I am actively posting reviews to Amazon, Goodreads and other sites, but don’t do ebooks. Why are ebooks required?

    • P.J.,
      This list is designed to help link appropriate book review websites with indie authors (which I’ll define as self-published and small press). A large portion (possibly a majority, but definitely a non-trivial number of them) don’t even have a paper version of their book available and when they do their promotion budget wouldn’t allow sending paper out to reviewers anyway. A reviewer who is unable to accept an ebook is not appropriate for the list. Even the largest publishers are using electronic versions as one method of distributing review copies (possibly their preferred method although I’m sure they still send paper as well). Google a site called Netgalley and you’ll see what I mean. While I’m sure paper books will be around for a long time to come, the wave of the future is electronic.
      Al

  59. Thank you so much for doing this list. It’s a tremendous help.

    I’ve noted down a few things that need changing as I’ve gone through.

    Site gone/moved with no forwarding address: Snarky Spinster, Five Alarm Book Reviews, All Things Books, Just Another Rabid Reader, Darling Chick Reads, The Romance Writer’s Reads, Sexxy Blogger, West of Mars, Getting Naughty BTS, Selkie Reads Stories, Flip Flops & My Pearls, Magic Faerie, Deb Simpson.

    Site moved: Dz’s Book Talk, Reading Romances

    Review policy page moved: Bitchy Book Blog, My Life. One Story at a Time, Book’d Out, Workaday Books, Rachel Cotterill, Book Wormz, Cup of Tea, Brainy Bookshelf, To Read or Not To Read, Indie Writing Blog, Reading Renee

    The Good, The Bad & The Ugly is asking for money. The review policy link for GA Bixler Reviews goes to a different site. First7500 words is only to invited readers only. Bark Less, Wag More is now ‘Fetch Me My Fainting Couch’ and has a review policy.

    Thank you again.

    • Jennifer, thank you so much for this list. I think I’ve got them all updated. Hearing back from those who use the list is the only way we’ll hear about many of these things, especially those blogs that have been deleted or have started charging.

  60. Oh My GoD!!! Where have you been all my life? This is by far the best book blogger list I have come across in two years. I cannot thank you enough for the work you’ve put into this. I will be telling as many as I can about this site. Again, thank you so much.

  61. Bittersweet Books appears to not be active anymore – just an FYI!

    Thanks for this page! I am quite excited about it as an author!

  62. Am I missing something on the following page? It is about knitting and I don’t see book review information –

    • Hillary, although a large part of the blog is about knitting, she also does book reviews. Currently the 2nd or 3rd oldest post is a book review and her submission page was updated roughly a month ago.

  63. Hi all,
    A fantastic list:)
    I’m Adrian, author of two books and by one I’m really proud…
    I would like very much a review at my book, I do not have one so far.
    Mason Adventures in the Mystical Kingdoms.
    Tomorrow 17.06.2013 will be free on Amazon, will be a good opportunity to get it.
    Here’s a link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D8E9EZC

    Mason and Ava found themselves in the middle of a land that they never knew it existed. Their adventure takes them into lands where strange creatures live, Centaurs, Giants, Minotaurs and flying vampires will compete against them or with them during an extraordinary journey on their way to winning the King’s Tournament.
    The only chance the boy has to find the way back to the human’s lands and see his love again is to win the crown. But even though he won respect of many, Mason is in big danger as El Magico is looking for him.

  64. Alright just submitted my blog Book N Tech (not website I attached) but the book part is new. I had a book blog The Fireplace I submitted but that I killed. I think I submitted The Fireplace I know I submitted Book N Tech and the reviews will be coming soon so please know it is active and if you could delete THe Fireplace if you indeed did put it there.

  65. Just want to thank you for adding me to the reviewers list. Looking forward to exploring Indie View more deeply and using the resources you’ve gathered.

  66. Hello,

    Can I please update my listing?

    The Brainy Bookshelf
    TheBrainyBookshelf.blogspot.com

    Reviewing Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy. No longer reviewing YA books.

    Thank you so much!

  67. Great list though I would love to add Peter Church’s book Added Value-the life stories of Indian business leaders. Amazing insight on some truly inspirational people. The book is an excellent primer for anyone seeking to do business.

    http://amzn.com/B009PMPKZ4

  68. Thank you for the great list of websites that do reviews for indie authors like me. It is extremely important for any new author to get a constructive feedback, about his new book, so once again, thank you for the effort to put up the extensive list!

    Best Regards,

    Betty Jay

  69. Thanks so much for compiling this list. It has been a great help. I would suggest that all the links open in a new tab, because often it opens in this tab, says ‘not accepting books’ and then you spend a few minutes finding your way back to where you are in the list.
    Thanks to all these wonderful Indie reviewers.
    Cheers, Kasper.

    • Thanks, Kasper. I agree, that it is better opening in a new tab and began setting new entries up that way. I need to go back through the older ones and fix them too. Thanks for the reminder.

  70. Thanks for adding my blog! This is a great site.

    One thing, though I am not sure if you have this and I just didn’t find it, but it would be great if you had like a button or a small banner for us reviews to put on our sites. It doesn’t have to be big or anything, but I know I like having graphics on my blog and something small to add to my indie reviews that would link back here would be awesome.

    -Ashley

  71. Hello. I recently co-authored a book (with many other educators) and was interested in submitting it for a review. The book is entitled “Flipping 2.0: Practical Strategies for Flipping Your Class” and is a book about educational technology ideas and implementing them in any classroom.

    Although many of the reviewers above state they review “Any” or “All” books, I wanted to see if any of the reviewers had an interest in this type of book? I could send an eBook or a hard copy. Thank you for your help.

  72. Hi, Simon.
    I’m a self published mystery writer with two books now on Kindle, and I am of course seeking reviews.
    So after opening up to your site, I downloaded all 40 pages — but there are just a few reviewers listed at the outset, with the balance of the pages devoted to back and forth comments.
    Since I’m a Neanderthal on the computer, I suspect I’ve missed some step here, in order to get to the full Indie List of Reviewers, so I can download it.
    Can you please help me?
    How do I connect to get the list?
    Thank you very much.
    Saul

    • Saul,

      The list is not in the comments where it sounds like you’re looking. You can’t “download” the list, but can view the list. The table (which I think is your comment about the reviewers you see “listed at the outset”) can be paged through. You’ll see just above the top left corner of the table that you can increase the number shown at a time to as many as 100 (the default is set to 10 and a drop down gives other choices). At the bottom right of the table are previous and next links to page forward and backward in the table.

  73. Is it possible to get my e. book ‘eye doctor out of the box’ ISBN: 9781301878284. science fiction-medical, reviewed by any body? It is a fusion of imagination with knowledge dealing with cancer,youthful life, and death.

  74. As there’s so many potential book reviewers on here I am trying to narrow down the field to those that are interested in intelligence, security, terrorism, current affairs, et al. Anybody interested in covering this subject matter I would like to hear from. My e-mail is: noc_ebook@runbox.com .

    Cheers!

    Nicholas Anderson is the author of The NOC Trilogy:
    NOC – Non-Official Cover: British Secret Operations (available in paperback and eBook)
    NOC Twice: More UK Non-Official Cover Operations (completed, not released until early-2014)
    NOC Three Times (not completed)

  75. Can my listing be removed? I am unfortunately stopping my reviewing — I no longer have the time to commit to reading each week. My blog is Here’s The Story (nickieanderson.blogspot.com)

  76. Hello, do you review audiobooks as well as e books? If not, could you suggest a good site to have reviews done on audiobooks?
    Thank you,
    Alicen

    • Alicen, we do do reviews here at all, only maintain a list of other sites that do. Possibly some of them review audiobooks, but I’m not really sure which. Sorry I’m not more help.

  77. Hi, I can’t figure out how to contact you to have my listing removed. I will no longer be running My Holistic Soul. Current book reviews will be transferred to a new site (which has no submission page). If we set up a submission page I will re-apply with that site for a listing. -Yvonne Stegall

  78. Hi!

    Could you remove IndieHeart from the prolific reviewers list? We have been unable to keep up with a review a week for the past few months as we were previously able to do. We would like to stay on the regular reviewers list.

    Thank you!

    Jill

    • Mahak, to be added to the list fill out the form. (The page to do so is linked from the first sentence of the page you commented on.)

  79. Hello,

    On your next update would you kindly remove my site (Sweat, Tears and Digital Ink) from the list? Due to an increase in workload as a freelance writer and determination to write more of my own fiction, I am no longer able to dedicate so much time to reviewing books.

    Thank you!

  80. Hi,
    Many sites in the list didn’t post any updates for more than a year and others charge to do reviews. You said to let you know if those things happened, but I don’t know how to contact you in order to do so.

  81. This entry:
    Amanda Peake Enchanted Endpapers Romance, YA (Young Adult) and NA (New Adult) My Review Policy Blog, Amazon, Goodreads, Librarything, Facebook 2013/08/21
    seems out of date. The web site does not load.

  82. Letters Inside Out doesn’t seem to be a review website anymore. (Just one of those generic web search pages for “book reviews”)

  83. We are only able to access the first page of review sites (10 sites). When we click on “next” it simply brings us to comments at the bottom of the page. Is there something wrong, or are we doing something wrong?

    Thanks. Great site.

    • Ken, I think if you scroll back up you’ll see it displaying the next set of sites. I’m fairly certain what is happening is your focus is at the same distance down the page, but the table takes less space to display the next set of reviewers. That’s what happened to me when I checked it just now. One thing to do to make it less irritating would be to change the display to show 100 entries (the drop-down above the top left of the table). Then you’ll be going to the next page much less.

  84. I do weekly reviews of Indie books on my two blogs plus place them on Amazon and or Goodreads. There is no charge for this service. I would appreciate anyone that is willing to follow my blogs. A very good article. My two blogs are “Lightning Chronicles” at http://booksbyagmoye.blogspot.com which is my primary blog my other is called “Lightning” at http://lightningbooksbyagmoye.wordpress.com drop by and your book could be on my next post. Allow two or three days to read most books. A.G.

  85. I am actively seeking FREE book reviews of my fiction which is on CreateSpace as print or amazon as kindle. I seek fair reviews that can be posted on goodreads, amazon,l createspace and other websites. If interested in giving me this fair stuff write to me at writa1966@yahoo.com with the subject heading FREE BOOK REVIEWS. The books to be sent will be in kindle or pdf versions only. Thank you for you co-operations. Please spread the word.

  86. Hi

    I started a book review site this month and I requested to have it posted on this site, but I have yet to see it on the reviewer’s list. Is there a waiting period, or does it automatically show up on the list? Warm regards.

    • Crystal, sometimes I’m slow doing the updates. I looked and saw your submission and will add it tonight if everything is in order.

  87. I am humbly requesting for a review of a fiction book that is available from both CreateSpace for print and Amazon for kindle by your readers. Reviews can be posted among others on amazon, googlebooks, shelfari or goodreads to name but a few. The story is of love without sex scenes.

    My other works are free on wattpad and timbooktu.

    I am most at liberty to send it as a kindle or pdf version.
    reply to writa1966 (at) yahoo (dot) com

  88. Simon, please remove my listing as a reviewer. Family circumstances have created the need for me to let go of some things, and this is one of those things. I didn’t see another way to let you know so I hope this works.

  89. Can you please remove my entry listed under Laurie for my blog titled “Fetch Me My Fainting Couch”. I just don’t have the time to maintain a blog and am going to review only on Goodreads, Amazon & Booklikes. Thank you.

  90. Hi

    I organise virtual book tours for author and we are always on the look out for reviewers. If anyone is interested in being a host and taking time to read and review for us, please pop by our book tour site at http://www.darkscreambooktours.com or if you have any questions, please reply to this message.

    Thanks for reading.

    Sylv
    Dark Scream Book Tours

  91. Hi . I have written a Children’s Book called “The Little Bear That No One Wanted” ..

    I just turned seventy, live in Florida, and have a book to promote. How cool is that !!!

    The little bear in the story was made with a crooked nose and mouth, and no one wants to take him home from the store. He isn’t as pretty as the other bears, and they are perfect, and he never will be ! He knows it will have to be someone very special who would accept him just the way he is .. Near the end of the day, a little girl comes in and sees him. She says, “Mommie, do you see what I see ? ” .. Her Mommie looks and sees that the little bear has a crooked smiled — just like her little girl. She buys him for her, and the little bear hears the child say .. “Oh, Mommie. He’s perfect. He is just perfect.”

    Would love it if you could help me figure out a way to get the word out on my book. Tate Publishing is my publisher, and it is on their website for sale, and also Amazon, and Barnes and Noble.

    I wrote it for children who are scarred, or who feel scarred in any way, or who may feel unloved or unwanted …. like little bear.

    Thank you for your help. I do have a Facebook page you can access for the book called …. Barbra G … be careful how you spell Barbra. Please, at least, visit it and Like it for me.

    Barbra Griffin

  92. I have written a book called New Beginnings and was wanting to get some reviews of it. Just leave a comment and I will get in touch with you. I also have all formats.
    Thanks,
    SN Williams

  93. Hi there! Is there a way we can update our information? I’d love to add some genres to my review list and also I have a different last name now :).

  94. Dear Admin,

    Thank you so much for this website – it helped me as a book reviewer so much. Life has changed for me and I am no longer doing reviews. Please remove me from the list.

    Again, thank you for the work you do here, and to the Indie authors – keep it up, you all ROCK!

  95. If possible I would like added to your list. I prefer fantasy, horror, and science fiction, but I am willing to read and review any type of novel.

    • Kris, there is a link on this page that takes you to a form to fill out to request to be added. Please fill that out.

  96. I would love to see a list somewhere of reviewers who review non-fiction self-help books or awareness raising books? I am searching all over the internet and their are literally about 2-3 .

  97. I regret to inform the writers that have been sending me request for book reviews that I no longer accept them. As promised in one of my post I am writing this to inform all writers that even though, I enjoyed writing reviews due to personal reasons I must stop. Thank you for the trust I was given by the writers and the chance to improve my writing skills.

  98. I wish to report that the reviewer at the site called Sparkin Arkie, Dm. L. Carter, is asking for $250 a pop for each review, not to mention requesting each such review via snail-mail. I believe he’s violating your policy in this wise. It should be brought to your attention, as far as I can tell.

  99. Elizabeth Marie Enchanted Scroll is no longer reviewing books. The blog/website has been taken down. Same with Elizabeth Marie Enchanted Read. May be the same person.

  100. Have you ever thought about writing an e-book or guest authoring on other
    sites? I have a blog based on the same topics you discuss and
    would really like to have you share some stories/information. I know my subscribers would appreciate your
    work. If you’re even remotely interested, feel free to send me an email.

  101. hi, it’s August 2014, last month I sent out emails politely making review requests to 82 blogs that were listed here and at other reviewing lists. I received one affirmative reply, maybe 10 negatives, and the rest didn’t answer. Just bear this in mind that getting a review has become really a challenge. It’ll likely take 2 years or longer for the current huge reading queues at reviewing blogs to come down. So, if you’re a writer looking for a review, don’t waste your time sending out dozens of requests. Try maybe 10 at most, see the lack of response you get, and move on to more gainful ways of spending your time.

  102. I would like to have my new novel, Lightning Flight!, reviewed by someone who enjoys a techno-thriller that is topical, thought-provoking, entertaining and well-written. My book was published by Friesen Press in August 2014.

  103. Hi Admin,
    yesterday I went through the entire list of sites reading review policies to see which ones would be suitable for my books and there were a few that don’t seem to exist any more. Thought you might like to know which ones.

    Andrew Veda Andrew’s Readlist – blog removed message
    Drako Drako’s Den Romance – “Warning! Domain mapping upgrade for this domain not found. Please log in and go to the Domains Upgrades page of your blog to use this domain.”
    Esther Maugo Novel Junky Romance – blog removed message
    Frankie Blooding Blooding Book Reviews – WP blog no longer available message
    K.P. Ambroziak Fields of Twisting Phlox – GoDaddy holding page
    Kate Good My Daily Romance – Hostgator holding page
    Kym Lawrence 1 Book Lover’s Opinion – blog not found message
    LB Whittington Books and Broomsticks – webpage not available message
    Melissa Nacinovich we’re all mad here – WP blog is no longer available
    Michael Alexander Trapped in Juxtaposition – WP blog is no longer available
    Mredria Books Are Better – blog with no posts
    Opal Kiehm The Akamai Reader – server message
    Paperbook Princess Paperbook Princess – blog with no posts
    Rebecca Graf A Book Lover’s Library – holding page in Japanese or Chinese
    SarahKat Kitties Like Books Too – blog not found message
    Terra Whiteman The Lucid Pen – blog has been removed message
    The Bookish Brunette The Bookish Brunette – domain name expired pending renewal GoDaddy holding page
    The Indie Book Blog Database The Indie Book Blog Database – server index page
    The Sunday Book Review The Sunday Book Review – domain name holding page
    TinaMarie Gibbons Tina Marie Says – blog with no posts
    Marie Drake Marie Reads and Reviews – blog with no posts (same address as above)

  104. There was a mistake with my submission to this list as it does not list the genres I will review.

    The following are the specific genres that I am interested in reviewing/have the most experience with:

    Fantasy (Most of my reading – and writing – in this genre has been Epic Fantasy)
    Science Fiction
    MA (Middle school age) or YA Adventure (Percy Jackson books, Hunger Games, etc…)
    Mystery (love a good mystery)

    I will not accept review requests for the following genres:

    Romance
    Erotica
    Non-Fiction
    And please no books with heavy use of foul language

    I will reply to every submission and if I review your book the review will be posted to my site, Amazon, and Goodreads at a minimum. Thanks,

    Mark

  105. I am a new author and am interested in having my book reviewed. I’m combing through the list of reviewers and notice a large number of them are not reviewing anymore because they are backed up on their reading. Can you not mark the ones who aren’t currently reviewing so I don’t spend all my time clicking fruitlessly on to websites? I have yet to find a reviewer who is available.

    • Susan, the short answer, if I understand what you’re asking, is no. My interpretation is not that they aren’t reviewing (if informed, I’ll remove sites from the list that have stopped publishing new reviews), but that the site isn’t currently accepting submissions. Depending on how the rules of submission for a site works, it is common for that status to be constantly changing. If I removed them, I’d never know when they were again open for submission.

    • Sachin, this site does review books. However, each of the sites listed on this page does. You’d need to evaluate each of them and those that look good for your book follow their instructions on the submission page for that site to inquire about a review.

  106. Thank you, thank you, thank you for this incredible resource. I did notice a comment from roughly a month ago advising indie authors not to bother submitting requests to as many relevant reviewers as possible – instead to send 10 or so and not to bother continuing if you do not receive acceptances. I have to say, I wholeheartedly disagree. I’ve already received several acceptances (in a day or two), and authors need to understand that there are actual live people on the other end of this, with families, lives, jobs, etc… so if you don’t get immediate responses, becoming discouraged and moving onto something else probably isn’t the wisest choice. Requesting reviews from a random 10 out of potentially over a hundred relevant bloggers seems counterproductive to me as well. You could be (and probably are) weeding out those reviewers that may have just been the right reviewers for your book, by random selection. If you were querying agents/publishers would you just select the first 10 on a list, and then stop if those particular 10 either did not respond or declined? Of course not! Certainly review and revise your request/summary/message if you feel it’s been ineffective, but you should never give up on trying to generate reviews for your book, especially from known, reputable reviewers like those listed here. Just my two cents! – Danielle Pearl, author of NORMAL

  107. Hello. I joined theindiereview several years ago, when my blog was first getting started. However, I now do not fit the criteria for being an indie reviewer. I currently work in publishing and professional reviewing (which means I do accept monetary compensation for certain reviews.) I also can no longer accept digital review copies. I was trying to find a contact email for you, but could not find one listed. I am still receiving review requests from authors who have found me through this list on a regular basis, and I feel terrible having to turn them down. If you could remove me from the list that would be great. Thanks so much, and this really is such a great site and resource for the literary minded!

      • Thank you very much. I also wanted to let you know that I have made a permanent spot for The Indie View’s banner on my blog. It links directly back to the site. Since so many indie authors visit my blog, I wanted them to be able to get connected with this site!

  108. Hi,
    I’d like to request you to please remove The Reading Bud from the listing, as I am no longer accepting review requests.
    I will definitely let you know as soon as I’ll start accepting books again.
    Thanks 🙂

  109. Your oldest-running reviewer, Ashley’s Bookshelf, is doing something I don’t exactly think is kosher here. She’s taking books to review through gifts from Amazon; you have to send your book to her as a gift via amazon.com, like you were giving it to a relative for a Christmas present. Is that allowed here?

  110. Hello Simon,
    I’ve consistently used your list to find reviewers, so it’s a useful tool in my indie book business. However…
    I’ve been trying to find reviewers for my new ebook The Collector and have discovered several closed sites plus one site that’s charging for reviews. The one charging is: Elizabeth Los. Closed sites are: Found Between the Covers (Sherry Meyer); The Wallflower Reviewer (Sherrod Wall); Shhh Mommy’s Reading; Paper Mustang (Sue Owen); The Writing Desk (Tony Riches); Voracious Reader; Mary Whipple Reviews; Cath ‘n’ Kindle (Cathy S.); Cynthia Shepp Book Reviews; and D A Bale.
    I don’t have anything against these people, but if they’re no longer accepting books for review, it would make my life a bit easier if they removed themselves from your list. Maybe other authors would agree.
    Yours in reading and writing,
    r/Steve Moore

    • Steven,

      Thanks for the comment. I’m glad to hear this list is providing value. I’ve removed Elizabeth Los from the list. Before adding a review site to the list I they are vetted to make sure they meet the requirements at the top of the page, however, the only practical way to know they’ve changed policies (as in Ms Los starting to charge for reviews) is to have it pointed out as you have done. I (and all your peers coming behind you looking for reviewers) appreciate it.

      The others you listed appear to be a different situation. If a blog goes inactive for a period of several months (not meeting the “actively posting reviews” requirement at the top of the page), I’ll remove them. This is often a judgement call and I tend to err toward keeping them if there are indications that it is a brief period of inactivity, but if it looks like they won’t be back, I’ll delete those, too. But in these cases, the situation appears to be active bloggers who have temporarily closed to submission. Opening and closing submissions is a normal course of events for most blogs. If I were to delete a blogger from the list, I’d never know when they reopened for submissions short of checking ever blog for their current situation periodically and that status could change the next day.

      Al

  111. The review blog called Reading Bifrost isn’t working. I tried to fill out the form for a review request—twice—and twice, it said it couldn’t go through because “the CAPTCHA field was incorrect,” and there’s absolutely no evidence of such a thing there. I think Reading Bifrost should be taken down.

  112. All in all a great list … will be very useful to authors.

    I have released a new book with Kindle, The Chronicles of Moses – The Man who’d be Phraraoh – an epic Biblical fiction narrative.
    http://www.amazon.com/Chronicles-Moses-Man-would-Pharaoh-ebook/dp/B00O6TM1IA/
    And, I would certainly approach some of the reviewers on your list. If any of the guests on your blog would like to review it, I will provide a free copy.

    Meantime, my very best o you and all
    Paul

  113. Hello and I hope this finds you well…..I would like to amend my review genre to make it read..’Children picture books through 2nd grade’. I find with added clients I can not do justice to those requesting reviews of books over 30 to 40 pages. Thank you, cbauer

    PS I am assuming you are the administrator who does this as I have not been able to change it myself. Let me know if there is a way I can as I could be having ‘one of those’ days.

  114. I just had to say thank you. I am a nonfiction, indie writer. I have spent many hours trying to find bloggers, over the past week. This is totally absolutely THE best list I have found. I have been through it from page 1, to the very end. I have been to so many other listings but this rates top in terms of identifying potential bloggers , active sites etc. Again, thank you!

  115. I must say this a fantastic list, but I wonder what will be the response since most book reviewers are normally busy-bees. Anyways, here’s hoping we strike the right chord with some of them. Cheers!

    Paul

  116. Hello Simon,
    Thanks for the great list! Just a quick question – anyone else confused with Kate Policani’s site, Compulsively Writing Reviews? She gives a definition for Indie books but then gives a link for independent authors to get on a review list. That link is looking for reviewers (some paid in fact) and does not contain any information on getting your book reviewed or getting your book on a review list. On Mrs. Policani’s site she states “if your book is traditionally published I will still consider it.” Then, further down she states “if your book is not traditionally published, I will not accept review requests.” I’m confused. I am self published, not traditionally published. It appears she only reviews traditionally published books, which is fine, but isn’t this list primarily for Indie authors? I agree that Indie authors should conform to the same standards as the big name professional publishing houses. It seems to me this is the premise that Mrs. Policani proposes. But, it doesn’t seem that my book falls within her policies for reviewing. What am I missing or misunderstanding?
    Thanks for your help!
    Regards, Noel Thomas Fiems

    • Noel,

      Thanks for bringing this to our attention. It appears this is a change to her policy. The first part (referring indies to the Awesome Indies site to submit for review) might be okay as it appears she does post reviews of indie books on her site as well as the Awesome Indies site when a book is reviewed. In essence, to get her to review on her site, that’s the process.

      However, the Awesome Indies submission process is problematic. As you point out, there is a charge involved. It can be argued that their fee is not for the review (in fact, they do say that), however, I always try to err on the side of not including in the list in these situations. I’ll be removing this site from the list as well as the Awesome Indies site which is also listed, the next time I update the list.

      Al

  117. Hello Indie View,
    I just wanted to bring to your attention the review policy of Malka Ahmed of Contemporary Books. In their review policy they state they will only review books that are on listed on Book Club Reading List, Cheap e-books, Cheap Kindle books, and NetGalley. All these sites require payment to list your book with them. I think this is a backdoor to your “paid review” policy.
    Thanks for your time!
    Sincerely, Noel

    • DED, one way (the best, quickest and easiest) is to email admin(at)theindieview.com and explain what you want. However, this way can work, too. The next update I do (sometime this weekend) I’ll change your listing to point them to your submission guidelines rather than a listing of genres.

  118. I just think I aught to be able to put “crime” in a search box and have your site show me all people who review specifically crime novels. It could also show people who view all, however, being specific would save a whole lot of time and effort that is needlessly wasted. Thank you. Of course you may have heard this before and in equal fairness to all probably wouldn’t change anything, still I just thought I would ask. Cheers!

    • Thanks for the comment, D. Jay.

      In response, I don’t think I’ve received this comment before. Based on how the genre question(s) typically get answered by review sites asking to be added to the list, I’m not sure it would work out as you hope. If you search for ‘all’ you’ll obviously find those already. If a site specifically mentioned crime as a genre they specialize in, you’ll uncover them searching for ‘crime.’ But the only way I can see to catch everyone willing to review crime novels in the way you’re proposing would be to have an exhaustive list of every genre and subgenre with the blog owner either picking every one they’ll consider reviewing or even a yes/no for each. The list, if it could be defined, would be very long. Plus, it still wouldn’t capture every variation. For example, some romance blogs are interested (or not) depending on how spicy the book is.

  119. I’d just published a UNIQUE astrology book after 35 years’ research and using 24,000 famous/infamous DOBs. Its title is: ZODIAC GUIDE TO SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIPS & CAREERS. Please contact me via my website or kwan(at)k-lassociates.com if you have the relevant knowledge and interest to do a review for amazon, facebook, goodreaads, blog etc. As a relatively unknown, self taught astrologer, I do face very stiff competition. Thanks.

  120. Hello,

    I filled out the form to be added as a reviewer on your site a few days back- but I don’t see my name listed.
    Does it normally take longer than a few days?

    Nagen

  121. This looks like a great and helpful site Simon, thanks for setting this up. I just found it today and started to look for reviewers for our new novel. You asked to let you know about fees – well, the first reviewer listed A Fae at Truth About Books does charge for their reviewer services.

  122. Hello,
    I’m loving your list. I just wanted you to know that I contacted the first reviewer on the list, The Truth About Books and when they emailed me back saying they do want to review my book, but I have to pay 30$ first. I would consider paying them if it were much cheaper, but I thought that was kind of high. And you mentioned to contact you if the reviews aren’t free.

    Thanks for your awesome website!

    • Thanks, Jillian. I was notified the other day that they were charging and because of that will be removing them from the list the next time I update it (most likely later today or tomorrow).

  123. I’m puzzled by the “small press” requirement in your reply to P. J. Sullivan, May 20, 2013. My books–seven novels of various genres and a collection of short stories–are self-published and available on Amazon’s Kindle, but identical copies are printed by Amazon’s Create Space, hardly a “small press.” So, does your list exclude reviewers of Create Space paperbacks? Access to your list sounds like a “must” for me, as reviews seem vital to gaining readers.

    • Bill,

      I think we have a terminology disconnect. When I used the term small press it was using the term as it is commonly used to mean a small publishing company. (Something like Red Adept Publishing – http://redadeptpublishing.com/ – as opposed to the Big 5 and their imprints or some of the larger independent publishers like Kensington or Baen.) If you’re self-published, you’re fine.

      The comment you’re referring to is the requirement that the listed sites have to be willing to accept an electronic format for review. Some of them state that they will accept or even prefer paper, but if paper is a requirement then I won’t list them. I think the aside about publishing method (self, small publisher or large publisher) got confused in your mind with the production method. Create Space is your printer, not your publisher.

  124. Please remove “Malka Ahmed” from your list – their website forces you to pay $50 on another promotional website (1 of 3) in order to get a review.

  125. Thanks for the clear explanation of requirements for submitting books to your listed reviewers. My seven novels and short-story collection are self-published and printed by both Kindle and Create Space. I’ll start contacting appropriate members of your list to see if any are interested in reviewing the e-book versions. Thanks too for providing this promising opportunity. –Bill

  126. What a great site. But we are in a bit of a conundrum; we have some non-fiction books, on some serious topics–one of them is a history of racism, another an expose of Liberty University–and are having trouble finding reviewers on this site who review such non-fiction topics. Any thoughts?

    • Mike, I’m not sure that I’ll be of much help. If you haven’t already, entering all in the search box, then scanning for those who say they accept all genres *might* point you to some possibilities. However, much of what you’ll find will be a notation saying “all except …” with non-fiction a frequent no-go. You might also find that when you look at a site that appears might be interested, they won’t be. (Many of these reviewers are so focused on fiction genres that non-fiction might not have even entered their though process when defining their genre preferences.) You can also search for non-fiction and look down the genre column for those who specifically mention non-fiction (obviously beware of those that are saying “not non-fiction”).

      My review site (Big Al’s Books and Pals) is listed as all genre. We do review non-fiction. If you look at the submission policy you’ll see a note that says “Non-fiction is also acceptable if it is on a subject of general interest and targeted at a layperson.” But generally non-fiction is a hard sell because it tends to appeal to a small segment of any particular blog’s readership, unless the blog is focused on a particular non-fiction topic – for example, we do have one review site that only reviews travel books. One thing you might consider is approaching blogs that specialize in topics that are close to the subject of a particular book For example, the expose of Liberty University might be something that a left-leaning political blog would consider reading and reviewing, even though reviews isn’t their normal thing.

  127. http://thebibliophileprincess.com/?page_id=27

    Currently I am not able to accept e-books,I broke my ipad and need time to fix it. I will not accept them until a later date, but feel free to email me your info to hang onto until I am accepting them.. I would greatly appreciate a physical copy sent to me for review.

    This is extremely fishy. I don’t think you should be allowed to list here unless you can accept E-books.

    IMHO.

    rick

  128. Are there review writers willing to consider books written by children? I can’t find anyone willing to review my book. My readers are my friends and classmates – they are kids too and don’t have amazon accounts. My review requests are either unanswered or rejected because I’m a kid 🙁

  129. Are you interested in your book being reviewed?

    I am currently open to receiving Advanced Reader Copies and review copies of books. I can not promise to accept all books for review but I will do my best to accept as many as possible.

    Genres:

    My preferred genres are Horror, Thriller, Fantasy, Children, Young Adult, Historical Fiction, Erotica and Romance. I am open to other books of different genres of course so just contact me.

    Format:

    Currently I am not able to accept e-books,I broke my ipad and need time to fix it. I will not accept them until a later date, but feel free to email me your info to hang onto until I am accepting them.. I would greatly appreciate a physical copy sent to me for review.

    Time to review:

    Depending on length of the book in review, we can discuss this more after I accept your book for review.

    Notes:

    If you are interested in doing a Q&A that would be great! I love getting to know more about the author and their writing process.

    Contact me:

    Please visit my contact me form or contact me via e-mail @

    TheBibliophilePrincess@gmail.com

    Under the format heading.

    http://thebibliophileprincess.com/?page_id=27

    Rick Chapman
    http://www.softletter.com
    http://www.saasuniversity.com
    Author “SaaS Entrepreneur: The Definitive Guide to Success in Your Cloud Application Business”
    Read Excerpts from all 10 chapters at http://www.saasentrepreneur.com
    Author “Rule-Set: A Novel of a Quantum Future.” Just Released. More info at http://www.rule-set.com

    • Thanks, Rick. Not sure how I missed that. I’ve removed her. You’re right, to be on the list a reviewer has to accept ebooks and this obviously doesn’t meet that criteria.

  130. Review Policy
    At the moment I am currently not accepting any more books for review UNLESS I have reviewed a previous book by you or your a publisher who I have worked alongside.
    I apologise for this but with a baby on the way and tons of books to review I want to concentrate on my current books.
    Feel free to email me if you would be interested in writing a guest post for Books for Company.

    http://www.booksforcompany.com/p/review-policy.html

    Rick Chapman
    http://www.softletter.com
    http://www.saasuniversity.com
    Author “SaaS Entrepreneur: The Definitive Guide to Success in Your Cloud Application Business”
    Read Excerpts from all 10 chapters at http://www.saasentrepreneur.com
    Author “Rule-Set: A Novel of a Quantum Future.” Just Released. More info at http://www.rule-set.com

    • I also removed this one, Rick. It was borderline. I usually don’t remove a reviewer from the list just because they are currently closed to submissions. Many blog open and close every few months. They accept all they can handle and turn off the faucet so they won’t drown in queries. Then when they are close to being caught up they’ll open again. I can’t keep track of those and arbitrarily removing a site that is temporarily closed means I’ll never find out when they open again, not to mention the work of constantly adding and deleting sites. This one, it felt like her closure was going to be fairly long.

  131. Maybe you should recruit some people here to help you keep the list fresh and up to date? Perhaps divide it out by genre?

    Just a thought.

    Rick Chapman
    http://www.softletter.com
    http://www.saasuniversity.com
    Author “SaaS Entrepreneur: The Definitive Guide to Success in Your Cloud Application Business”
    Read Excerpts from all 10 chapters at http://www.saasentrepreneur.com
    Author “Rule-Set: A Novel of a Quantum Future.”

  132. Hi A. Fae of Truth about Books:
    Was all set to send you a reveiw request but could not find your email. The
    email link did not reveal your email, just went to my inbox.
    Please advise.
    Thanks.

    • Morpheus, have you clicked on the email link on the first line under “How to submit a review”? For me, that caused my email client to open a new pre-addressed email. In case that doesn’t work, I’ll email her email address to you.

  133. I am seeking to find good book reviewers interested in Biblically relted titles:
    My two books to date are ,The isrel Deception which is a Scriptural overview
    of Old and New Testament leading to some Scripturally based conclusions converning the Zionist phenomenon from both Scriptural and secular perspectives. THe second book is a complete and in depth discourse on Biblical prophesy based on Daniel and Revelation. The title is These Prophets and the REvelation. If you are interested in prophesy you will findthis book to be more informative than anything available at Bible bood stores.

  134. One piece of advice I can give is make sure they are thoroughly proof-read first. I have come in for some stinging criticism for failure to make sure my books are properly proof-read and I noticed that your short message contained numerous errors ( relted, isrel, no space after a comma, THe, REvelation, findthis, bood stores).

  135. I totally agree with formatting the Indie Reviewers into Genres and not alphabetical order. For example, I attempted to scroll through a number of reviewers to seek someone to review a true account book called “Teacher: One Woman’s Adventure Teaching on a Remote First Nations Reserve in Northern Canada and EVERY link to EVERY reviewer NO LONGER EXISTED! So I thought I’d scroll by most recent – surely they are active? But, no reviewers had recently reviewed a memoir genre… anyone out there? It has received 8 reviews with a 4.4 average under the title of i Teach, Travel and Love by Hillary Phillips.

    • Hillary,

      You can sort on genre. However, even though I knew you were exaggerating that every reviewer no longer existed unless you were extremely unlucky in picking random reviewers, I did a test. Between those that didn’t exist (more than a few) and those who are no longer actively reviewing, I thought there were way too many. Typically I find out about these from authors who discover a site is no longer active who email or post a comment here (or so I thought, since I do get a lot of both). But based on my experiment I discovered I wasn’t finding out about enough of those. I’ve gone through the entire list and cut it down a lot. (About 30%.)

  136. hi there,

    I have submitted six of my new novels to six various reviewers from your site recently, but i haven’t heard from one, and wondering what should be the normal period of response? Thank you for your comments.

    • It depends on what their submission policy says. As a general rule, if you don’t hear anything it probably means they aren’t interested.

  137. Hello 🙂 🙂
    My name is Linga Munthali.
    I’ve written a book “WHY Lewis” Its a thiller with illustrations.

    BULB:
    Raised by his aunt, Lewis grows up believing he has no parents. The truth is hidden from him, not a word is said about his parents in front of him. Lewis searches for the truth and the mystery lies behind the grave he believes belongs to his sister. On the mission to find a man he hopes to find refuge and comfort in, he later finds out that the man he always called a friend is actually his father….in the end Lewis is buried alive for suspected murder.

    This is the link
    http://www.amazon.com/WHY-Lewis-thought-destroy-searching/dp/3659470619/ref

    If you think you might be interested in reading and posting an honest review of my book on amazon, i will gladly send you a free copy of it. (Ebook)
    Email me at : lingamunthali@gmail.com
    Thank you 🙂 🙂

  138. Dear all,

    I will review books from anyone who can meet the following terms:

    -Literary Fiction only.
    -Send the cover in .jpeg file and the content in .pdf file through my official website, http://www.timigurung.com
    -I will write the review on my blog, amazon and goodreads.
    -It will be done in 2-4 weeks time depends on the workload.

    Thank you all.
    regards
    TIM I GURUNG/AUTHOR/NOVELIST

  139. re:
    Books Are Magic:
    Review Policy and Request

    I am no longer accepting review requests. Except if you already know me, contact me via the email that we already communicated with.
    ——————————
    I think this should be removed…. Or at least specify “Except if you already know reviewer…”

  140. Contact me if you want to read and review my book for free. Here’s a brief description:
    “The Void Threatens is a fantasy novel of epic proportions where impossible cities exist and violent racism thrives. Slavery plagues the land and a mysterious people threaten the fate of an entire world. The first novel in the People of Vapor series,The Void Threatens is a tale about overcoming darkness and evil that exists both on the outside and within. Written in the vein of classic high fantasy novels like The Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia and The Wheel of Time, The Void Threatens is a dark and intriguing tale done in a creative and entertaining way that promises to keep you coming back for more.”

  141. I am on the verge of releasing my second novel, but my first is still a bit unknown. It is slowly building a following and I believe some reviews will help push the boundaries of my book. It is a superhero novel called Tigerman, my target audience is definitely the comic book population. I have provided a link the website where you can download the e-book for free. So please read and enjoy.

    http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/joe_schweichler23

  142. I do not see any book reviews on this site on your list. I do not think they do book reviews although they have a page about submitting a request. ??????

    Noel Maurice indieberlin All Book Reviewing Policy Blog, Facebook 2014/12/11

  143. When I click on the review for this listing on your list, I get an error message.

    Sydney Peters The Cunning Owl Reviews All Submission for Review Blog, Amazon, Goodreads 2014/09/04

    502 Bad Gateway
    nginx/1.0.15

  144. This listing implies a “donation” will speed things up.

    The Schwartz Reviews The Schwartz Reviews All genres Policies and Processes Blog, Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook

    Please note: donations are NOT required to have your book reviewed and if a donation is included it will NOT change the outcome of your HONEST review. A donation however may mean a faster response and acceptance and would be greatly appreciated for the amount of time put into my reviews.

  145. Hi there,
    We would love to ask you to read and review our book. It is a short guide (about 30 pages) to finding balance within yourself, meant to help addicts and their families and anyone struggling with any kind of addictions or disorders. So if that is something of interest to you, we would love your honest opinion. Also please keep in mind the author of this guide is not a writer, just someone trying to reach out and help people.
    So far, it is available through Amazon as an E-book. (Audrey’s Guide to Happiness)
    If interested, email us and we will forward you a copy!
    We thank you for your time!
    http://www.amazon.com/kindle/dp/B00VHGC3H4

  146. Thanks for hosting such an amazing resource!

    When I first wrote my eBook, “Floyd & Mikki: Zombie Hunters,” I struggled to get a review. All the articles I read said to contact reviewers at Amazon, which was almost impossible. Since finding this site, I have had several reviews posted for the book (and its sequel). Since my book crosses genres, I make it a point to visit each reviewer’s web page first and read their submission guidelines. Even though the book is very funny and has lots of action (as well as a love story), I won’t submit if someone says, “No horror” or “No zombies.”

    Again, thanks for providing such a terrific online resource! And thanks especially to all those who have reviewed my books!

    NOTE TO AUTHORS: Remember that no one is obligated to read or review your book. Please always be respectful of reviewers and follow their submission guidelines. Respect and professionalism are always rewarded. If more authors read and followed the submission guidelines, then reviewers would be a lot happier (and possibly more flexible) with all of us.

    • Thanks for the comment and you’re absolutely correct, Joseph. The guidelines for submission are there for a reason and make the process smoother for all concerned.

  147. Thank you for your website. very informative.
    Promo date: May 5-9
    ITS FREE
    This is Rolly Dominguez, author of the book “A Business Wise Advice”.

    It contains several advices in managing business, finances, and investment.
    All the wisdom I’m sharing from this book are inspired from my 2 favorite best selling authors Robert Kiyosaki and Harv Eker.

    The last page of my book also contains links of best selling books from my favorite authors in the field of BUSINESS

  148. Best resource I’ve found so far!

    Any author here tried contacting top reviewers on Amazon? My eyes hurt from going through hundreds of these people’s profiles, after dwindling them down to a few dozen, not a single reply. Not even to say, “sorry, not at this time.” So far, an absolute waste of time. 🙁

  149. I tried that right after I released my novel. Found about 50 potentials, sent to the 30 that had any contact info and were “accepting” requests (looked at top 2,000 because there weren’t enough matches at 1,000). 1 repsonse, zero reviews to date. That route is a lost cause, man! This site has been extremely helpful to me.
    I do accept some (but not listed here since I only do about 1 or two a month if I’m lucky), but you’re welcome to give me a try if you’re writing what I’m reading. Link should be in my name. Best of luck with your book!

    • Thanks Brent. Every single resource I found said… “Contact top reviewer’s.” Sounded so easy, I pictured reviewers falling from the sky, and so many reviews it would take several pages to sift through them… Like most things, reality has been harsh… How exactly can we compete with a free blue tooth speaker or a free Ninja Blender? 🙂

      Thanks for the offer, I’ll take a look at your site.

    • Brett and Will F.,

      I’ll throw in my two cents worth on the strategy of contacting Amazon top reviewers. There are a number of things working against that strategy and a few ways it can go wrong for those who try.

      As one of you mentioned, you need to figure out if there is any chance the reviewer would even be interested. Many of the top reviewers don’t review books or very seldom. Even if they review books, they may not be into your genre. A large number shouldn’t even make your cut to contact for one of these reasons to begin with.

      As you can see from the submission policies on the reviewers listed here, every reviewer has their own rules to follow for querying or submitting a book for review. If a reviewer’s process is different than the norm, there is a reason. The quickest way to have your query skipped over (deleted) is to not follow those rules. As you’ve noted, every reviewer is swamped with requests. The first way of dealing with that is to throw out those who don’t follow instructions. Tying this back to top Amazon reviewers, if they have a blog or other place they review, not following the instructions (or if they have any clues in their profile where you’d go to get contact information) following those are gong to be key to having a chance.

      The last reason why Amazon top reviewers are a tough way to get reviews has to do with what it takes to become and remain a top reviewer. Put bluntly, reviewing indie books is going to cause the reviewers ranking to fall. Review a lot of indie books and it will plummet. Becoming and remaining an Amazon top reviewer is a little bit luck and a lot of strategy, knowing how the “game” works. I (largely due to a fluke) was ranked as high as the low 80s. I’m now slightly worse than 2,000. My ranking has dropped slowly, but surely over about 3 years. Part of that is due to the fluke that got me to that ranking (massive attention to a review I wrote that caused me to get lots of positive votes on a single review). The ranking algorithms give more “credit” to more recent reviews and votes than older ones, so the massive injection of votes shot me to the top and the aging of those votes is one of the reasons my ranking has slowly fallen. The other reason is that the reviews I’ve written since (literally hundreds) have been exclusively indie books. Becoming and staying a top reviewer requires collecting a lot of up votes on your reviews and not having many reviews without lots of votes. Indie books, by their nature, are going to get less attention and less votes for the reviews on them than James Patterson’s latest ghost-written thriller. Reviewers whose goal is to become and remain highly ranked on Amazon can’t afford to review indies because it will drag their ranking down. (Luckily, that isn’t one of my goals.)

      Al

  150. Well, there’s your answer – you can’t compete with the hardware:) Is this your first novel? I don’t want to be a Negative Nelly, but I would venture to guess that a lot of the information we get as indies is outdated. Those are the tactics that worked from 2010-2012, before the market was saturated. The game changes every day, so just keep at it, and if you find something that works, go for it. I think the biggest key to success is to find your fans – they’ll sell the book for you – and start hanging out where those types of people hang out, virtually and physically.
    Also, if you’re active on social media, it’s tempting to get in with the writer crowd, which is a really good idea, but also try to start connecting with readers (i.e., “non-writers”). I like to see who’s following my favorite authors and then start following some of those people (the ones that are active, not just random). Who knows – they just might pick up your book…

    • Great information! It’s interesting because I’m not currently a big fan of fiction. As a kid I loved comic books and then graphic novels. (Frank Miller’s Dark Knight etc.) But when I “grew up” nothing appealed to me. I wrote something that does (and to my 10 year old, the first in the Series anyway). So, finding people like me to actually take a look is proving to be difficult. I may have to change strategies. Target those who are already fans of Sci-Fi and maybe those people (Like my blue collar buddies who don’t normally read Sci-Fi) will follow.

      I appreciate the suggestions. You’ve given me much better advice than what I’ve found after Googling for hours. 🙂

  151. Glad to help! One more tip for this great website – I’ve had my best luck with responses by sorting by date added. The ones that have been around for a while have a huge backlog, so the new folks tend to be in a better position to accept reviews more quickly. But they also might not have as much reach on the web, yet. If you just want the reviews, start with the newer sites and work down the list from there. But, even still, out of the dozen I’ve tried, I’ve gotten 3 so far, I think. Still – 25% response rate is MUCH better than Amazon top reviewers. Good luck!

  152. Keep pluggin is not really acceptable, especially if your a first time writer. What are we supposed to do keep writing while we wait for a reviewer and then hope to rearrange what we right after we get our first review? There may be very important information coming from a reviewer that can make or break what we do as writers. Next, question, should we count on what we hear from reviewers at all? I think the perception that a book should be reviewed may not be all its cracked up to be especially when you consider people charge upwards of $500.00 for a review. The people who review because they enjoy reading give you what you expect “what they thought of your book,” but how many have the expertise to review well and give functional information? Should we just write and put the material out for the world? Should we campaign for more book readers? I myself would love to find someone who could review using word. For writers who are not savvy on how to get a file showing a kindle book it would make things simpler. Yes, it is true I am sour on reviewers, but understand they can only read so many in a year. I just think there must be a better way than spending $500 for a review of a book that may only sell 100 copies. The same thing goes for editors. The cost to edit negates any real earnings unless of course you have a following of 1000 or more that buy, but to get started, not so much. Sorry for being so grimm on a subject that could seriously cause backlash, but hey it has to be said.

  153. Hi D,
    Getting reviewers is tough, and you never know what you’re going to get in the end. However, if you’re trying to write around review results, I would suggest two things – 1) write what you enjoy, and forget the reviewers. Reviewers are mostly a means to further sales, and if you edit your story to suit reviewers, you’ll never make anyone happy (except that one reviewer, who’s already moved on anyway); 2) Find a group of people to critique before you release – it’s a poor man’s editor, and they aren’t reviewers but will help improve your writing before you look for the reviews.
    Finally, don’t ever pay for a review. You’ll never get out of it what you wanted. I understand the point of places like Kirkus, but even after getting a really good review from them, I got exactly zero sales. They even featured my novel in their magazine, and still no sales.
    The bottom line, though, is if you want reviewers, you just have to keep asking until you get them. Indie authors are invisible, so we have to work that much harder.
    Probably not what you wanted to hear, but I hope I at least helped you keep some money in your pocket. This is also only my opinion, of course!

  154. I wonder if Dent is your real name? If so its a great one. Thanks much for the word of meaning. I do agree changing a book because of an editor or reviewer could do irreparable damage and if done too much could make it more their book than yours. I make it a point to write what comes out of my head, change it for punctuation and then go over it again to make sure I have said everything I wanted. The rest is up to the reader. After reading what you wrote, I think I will pursue the marketing side of writing because the main reason for writing is to get people to read. I could almost care less whether they bought the book or not, but I suppose, in the end, it would become a statistic for how well I write, if a lot of people bought the book that is. Thanks again.

  155. Poet’s Choice is a poetry publishing brand. We are creating an open platform & a community for poets. Poets from all across the world can get their work self published.We have published three books till now & are on the verge of launching our next book in the first week of June. All our books are available on Flipkart & Amazon websites.Our book launch videos are all viewable on Youtube –“Book launch of Poet’s Choice” & we also have a facebook page called “Poet’s Choice”.

    We write to you today because we are interested in connecting with poets,poetry lovers,readers & reviewers .

    You may connect with us on poetschoice@hotmail.com.

  156. Hi There, I am a new writer who has just self published a book. If I am in the wrong place for this request, please let me know. If so and you have any suggestions of who I could take my request to, I would be very grateful. I was wondering if you could please review my book “Life on the Inside”. It is a short story Romance I recently published on Lulu.com (as above) and as I am an unknown (Hillary is my pen name), I have had to advertise myself of the impossibly large world wide web (and am feeling quite invisible also 🙂 lol). I have had absolutely no sales and am finding “Free Internet Campaigning” a tad suspicious. I will continue to do all I can and am not ready to give up. Many thanks for your time xxx

    • Hillary, we don’t review on this site, however the page you posted lists hundreds of other (independent) sites that might be interested. You’ll need to look at the submission policies for each, their current status (are they open for submissions or temporarily closed), and interested in your genre. Then follow the submission instructions.

  157. Hi. Like so many others, I’d like to first say thanks for compiling and maintaining this list. It’s invaluable to indie authors.

    I also wanted to report Dan Jackson as not reputable. He charges for book reviews. I paid for a package in which I was supposed to get at least five reviews from his network of reviewers. That has not happened. I have followed up with him several times and he hasn’t responded to my last email. I’ve asked that he refund my money, but I’m not holding my breath at this point. When I paid back in March, he guaranteed five reviews. I notice that now he has altered his website to say that paying does not guarantee reviews– in which case, what ARE authors paying for?

    Thanks!

    • S.Lilley, Hi – are you handling the promotion for your husband’s book? I am, for my husband’s self-published book, and thought maybe we could network – only if you’re interested, of course! nrbt (at) roadrunner (dot) com.

      And a more general note that, as so many others have said, I am thrilled to have found this list!

    • Thanks for letting me know, Emma. This is often the only way I learn of blogs that shut down. I’ll remove these two the next time I update the list (probably this weekend).

  158. Could you please take Book Reviews by Hildegart off the list? I’m swamped with work and I have a backlog of books to read. I love this list and do plan on getting back on. I just won’t have time until probably after Christmas.

    Thanks

  159. Hey everyone,
    Is it just me or does GABixlerReviews (Book Readers Heaven) have a sense of humor? They state that they accept review requests and that the link is (evidently?) found at the bottom of the page. One minor detail – I couldn’t get to the bottom of the page! They have the longest running page in internet history I’d guess (I sat for ten minutes continuing to scroll).
    Anybody know anything? Thanks, Noel

  160. Administrator, I sent this person a request for a review yesterday. This is the email I received this morning. It isn’t requesting money for a review, but it could be someone using this site under false pretenses.

    *Hello Richard,

    Thank you so much for your email. I’m afraid I will not be able to review Spirit of Magik at the moment. But would you like me to feature Spirit of Magik in a spotlight post on Doodles, doodles everywhere?

    As mentioned on the website, a basic spotlight post includes information about your book with purchase links, book cover, info about the author, any teaser or trailer you have. I also cross promote the posts across all my social media channels for full exposure.

    Here are a few recent spotlight posts on Doodles, doodles everywhere, if you’d like to take a look:
    http://gopaintbrush.blogspot.in/2015/09/the-infinite-spectacle-short-stories-of.html
    http://gopaintbrush.blogspot.com/2015/09/incarnadine-by-sm-guariento-book.html

    It’s just $20 USD for the basic spotlight post. I can also include (plus run, manage and promote) a giveaway in the spotlight post or an author interview for an additional $8. I use PayPal for payments.

    Let me know what you think. Please don’t hesitate to ask if you have any questions.
    I’m very open to any ideas you might have.

    Have a good day!*

    • Richard,

      I don’t see what you’re describing as an issue. They turned down your query, which is okay. Then they tried to sell you something unrelated to doing a review which promises nothing beyond what is offered. *IF* they said “we now charge for reviews” or even “the only review slots currently open are an expedited review that costs $X” then it would be an issue. If signing up for a spotlight or some other promotional opportunity that has a cost *included* a guaranteed review, especially where they’d already turned down your query, it would also be an issue.

      Al

    • Bookroom Reviews is NOT a paid review site. Ads and affiliates are on the site to generate income for the website. Money is generated through adsense, affiliates, and advertisements. They do not receive money from authors or publishers for reviews. Never have never will.

  161. I have a review of “Animation” (I can’t find how to italicize here) by author and playwright, Evan Guilford-Blake, which I would like to submit.

    How do I go about doing that?

    Thank you.

    • Craig, we don’t do reviews here, but if you’ll explore the sites listed, go to their submission instruction page and otherwise check them out to make sure they are a good fit for the book, then you can submit to those sites that following their individual instructions.

    • Tristan, we don’t do reviews on this site. All the reviewers listed on this page are independent and have their own policies and rules for getting reviewed on their individual sites. This list is just to point the way. Look through the list for sites that seem to be a good match based on genre, do the normal due diligence you would with any review site to see if it is a site you’d want to review your book, and then follow their submission instructions.

  162. Howdy! I’m so sorry to do this because you so recently added me to the site, but on the spur of the moment I decided to get my own domain name and hosting and while I was at it, I changed the name of the blog as well. Could you pretty please update the information, please? I am going from anastacia reads (anastaciareads.blogspot.com) to my new site at Rambling Reviews ( ramblingreviews.com). Thank you so so much!

  163. Hi thanks for the list. It is great!

    Is there anyway that you can sort this list so the latest comments are on top?
    Or remove comments that are 4 years old?

    According to the ReaderGirl list website, it is closing up.

    • Bob, clicking on the heading of any column will sort it in order. Clicking twice will do it in reverse order so the newest add dates are on top. Thanks for letting me know about reader girl. I’ll investigate.

  164. The Mad Reviewer policy state “closed.” While the policy was updated more recently, the comment about the blog being closed to review requests date back to Sept. 2014. It probably should be taken off this list.

  165. On My Kindle is one of the finest book review sites on the net — competent, honest, and willing to accommodate genre bending. Highly recommended and worth the wait. This reviewer is better much than any that I’ve read by Kirkus reviewers which costs big bucks. Five stars, plus!

  166. Dear Simon
    I am an author and I have 2 published books.
    Nightmare in the limbo of halloween
    And
    Kill the palestinian…!!? Kill the Israeli…!!?
    How can I submit my books for review.
    Thank you.
    Best Regards,
    Behzad Almasi

    • Behzad, each of the reviewers on the list is independent and needs to be submitted to individually following their rules and guidelines. We just point you the way with the list.

  167. Did you receive the infomation for my blog, Doc Crabtree’s Book Reviews? I filled out the form but haven’t heard anything.

    • Doc, Due to being away from the computer traveling and falling ill almost immediately on my return, I’m WAY behind. I apologize. I expect to have those caught up by the end of the weekend. If you don’t receive an email by then, email me (admin @ site domain) and we’ll figure out if there is some other issue at work.

  168. How could I get someone to review my indie books? I have an adult historical fantasy series (WW2), called The Sanctuary Series, the first two of which I published on Amazon KDP recently. I just started a YA fantasy series and finished the first book. They are what I call “mini-book” (less than 20,000 words). Thanks for any info.

    PS: I would happy to review infie books. I read several books a week.

    • Courtney,

      Go through our database (the table on this page) and look for those that seem to be a good fit for you book including the submission requirements for each. They are all independent, have their own rules and decide on their own, but are also all indie friendly. FWIW, I’d advise against “trading reviews.” That can and has backfired on others.

  169. Am I missing something (always a possibility!) but when I sort the list by “date added” the latest entry has been stuck at 2016/01/18 for a very long time

  170. Good listing. Be careful of those saying they review all or everything. You will find that they don’t review horror and other genres.

  171. Discovered the PninaBaim links are to a blogspot account where the visitor needs to be invited. You might want to have Pnina “unlock” the door for the guests. … Thanks.

    … Dave

  172. I was wondering if my blog could be removed from this list. Only because I’m not taking review requests anymore as not many bother to read my policy and I just wish not to be contacted unless I know the author personally.

    • This site DOES NOT review books. The reviewers on this list are independent and we have no control over what they review. An author needs to review the list and approach those reviewers that seem like a good fit individually, following the rules outlined in their submission policy which is linked from the list.

  173. The Neo Tomes Review should not be on this list. They have posted a total of two reviews and two “come back on to see our review of !” back in May that they never posted. When I contacted them about getting a review their response was basically “Yes, we anticipate it’ll be posted in four days. By the way can you review this book of ours in three days?” and when I said I couldn’t they promptly ended all contact and, surprise surprise, never posted a review.

    They do not meet the following standards:
    – Actively posting reviews
    – Not charge for their reviews (reciprocal reviews are a charge, IMO)
    – Not be affiliated to a publisher (They’re with “Neo Tomes Publishing”)
    – Putting a link back to TheIndieView on their site

  174. Thank you for this list. Just thought I’d let you know that I received the following email from one of the bloggers on this site:

    Thank you for contacting Reading Other People!

    Please note that effective August 1, 2016, Reading Other People will be charging a fee for book reviews.

    The following is the price structure for book reviews (regardless of genre) provided by Reading Other People:

    # of Pages:

    1 – 100 – $35
    100 – 200: $50
    201 – 400: $75
    400+ pages: $100

    Reviews take within 4-6 weeks for release. They will be released on all platforms (Amazon, Goodreads, Facebook, Twitter, etc). If there is a platform that you would like your review to be submitted to, please let us know and we will be happy to do that for you.

    If you would like to proceed with our services, please reply to this email and you will be placed in the review queue. If we do not receive a reply email, we will assume you do not want to move forward with a review.

    Book Review Requests: Due to a high volume of book review queries, we will only be responding to those authors we have selected to move forward with. We honestly wish we could review all of your books, but there just ain’t enough time!

    Interview and Profile Requests: If you’d like to be featured on Reading Other People, Toronto’s esteemed culture site, please send us a pitch as to who you are and why we should interview you!

    Hey Guest Bloggers! We are also always looking for talented writers. If you are interested in contributing to a really cool blog that has a high readership, please submit a writing sample or proposal showing us what you got and we’ll go from there. What makes you you? What’s your slant? Different points of view are very welcome.

    Thank you!

    Nick Reading
    Reading Other People

  175. While it is common practice for imprints under the Big Five publishing conglomerate to pay for book reviews, I believe that paying for a book review would be the kiss of death if discovered about the vast majority of authors.

    • It’s a means of selling yourself and your book to potential readers. Those are not only regular readers of this site, but anyone who follows you through social media that hasn’t yet purchased a book that you’re able to attract and close the sale to with the interview.

  176. This is amazing. We are just getting ready to launch our first e-book, and it’s an honor to find good book reviewers who are willing to help us with the launch. This list really helped us build a list of people who are interested in poetry. Valuable resource!

  177. My blog was under J.L. Leslie but I had to close it for personal reasons. I wanted to let you know so you could remove it from your list of reviewers. Thanks!

  178. Hello! I am Reader With a Plan and I was wondering how to get my blog taken off of the list? Not that I don’t enjoy being on it but I have started going back to school and have to scale back on the amount of reviews I am able to provide and I get so many requests and I hate to turn them down. Thanks so much!

    • Go through this list looking for sites that appear to be interested in your genre of book, review the submission guidelines, and if you fit possibly read a few reviews to see if the site appears to be a good fit for your book. If so, follow the guidelines to query or submit your book for review. It’s a numbers game. Hit enough, follow instructions, and the reviews will come.

  179. Congratulations for hosting a clean well maintained site.
    I have twitted your site in the hope it brings together more active members from not only us Idnie Authors; but also builds a bond with reader who seek the type of stories any Author has to offer in their favorite reading selection themes.
    Regards
    Indie Author Ken Donaldson found at http://www.themousesdiary.com offering a range of multi-genre written entertainment.

  180. Anastacia Zittel has a listing for historical fiction. Her website says: “I specialize in reviewing MEDIEVAL historical fiction.”

    Jennifer Garcia’s link goes to HTTP Error 503. The service is unavailable.

    Historical is listed for Jessi, here, but not on her website.

    Tam Francis, The Girl in the Jitterbug Dress, does exclusively jitterbug-related books.

    Ths Bookish Owl is completely DOWN, no site at all.

    Lara Girdler’s website says: **FOR THE FORSEEABLE FUTURE ALL REQUESTS FOR REVIEW ARE SUSPENDED, I AM FOLLOWING OTHER INTERESTS** That sounds permanent, for the purposes of this site.

    Rhoda D’Ettore is accepting audiobooks only.

    Erika M doesn’t do general historical fiction, only sci-fi/fantasy historical.

    I was going to list a few others but discovered today they are back up. Good thing I stopped by to kvetch.

    • Go to the link in the first sentence at the top of this page that says “go here.” If your site meets the requirements listed fill out the form on that page.

  181. Does anyone read The Kindle Book Review? They review books, but do readers go there or just authors?! They also offer authors a chance to “sponsor” (essentially advertise)on their site which you pay for; it is reasonable, but I don’t look for books there and wonder if anyone else does? Any suggestions for how I can find out?
    Thank you, Cinda

  182. I can’t seem to access the full list. If you could email me the list and the links it would be greatly appreciated. I do these type of search for my husband who is an indie author and am doing everything I can to push his book.

    • Jessica,

      You should see 10 entries. Just below those before the comments start are next and previous links to page forward and backward a page. Above the
      list you’ll see where it says “Show 10 entries.” The 10 is a dropdown list that you can use to increase the number shown on each page.

  183. Hey ,

    Can you change my genres ? I don’t remember having said ‘All . Ya ‘ . I must have did something stupid while submitting . I would like it to be , ” Open to most genres . I don’t review Middle grade books and Children’s books ” .

    Books and Readers –My blog .

    Thanks !

  184. Hi Hagit Oron is not accepting review requests. She should probably be removed from the list in that case.

    • Lawan, the site says “Not accepting reviews at the moment.” Some review sites open and close for submission constantly. Keeping track of the status of every site is impossible. If a site indicates they are no longer going to be doing reviews or have obviously shut down entirely (as in stopped doing new reviews for an extended period) then we remove them. If this is a site that interests you check back periodically to see if they are again open for submissions.

    • Thanks, LJ. The difficulty in doing that is there isn’t one value for each site’s genre. Some say “all” while some have a list of 3 or 4 or more genres and others say “Everything except …” Technically you can sort by that or any other column by clicking on the header at the top of the list. Continue clicking and it will change the sort to go from A to Z or Z to A. That could be of some value in finding all of those that have “all” or all of those that start out with a specific genre that interests you, so if you have a romance book you could zero in on all of those that start with romance. However, if a listing said “Chick lit, Romance, no erotica” you’d miss it. You may realize this, but in case you don’t or someone else reads this and it helps, you can also search for a specific value by entering it in the search box just over the top of the listing. So by entering “romance” it will filter the listing to just those entries that have the word “romance” somewhere on the line. That could help narrow down to those that mention a specific genre. If you want those that review “erotica” you’d get that “no erotica” example above, but even so the search (really filter might be a better word for it) can help narrow things down too.

      Hope this helps. 🙂

    • Each of those on this list are independent, have their own website or blog, and their own rules as to how they pick what to review. You should go through the list looking for those that appear to be a good fit for you book, then go to the link in the “submission guidelines” column and follow the instructions for that specific site.

  185. Hi, I am seeking an Editorial Review for my children’s comedy/drama book; HOMELESS HOUNDICAPS. Can anyone tell me, were to locate such a review, as I would like it on the back cover of my book, for selling in book stores and at libraries. thanks,

    • Hi Pamela,
      Most of the authors I work with either pay for editorial reviews or use blurbs from reviews written by indie book reviewers like the ones listed above. In fact, a couple or so blurbs from my reviews have been used by authors on their back covers.
      My advice would be to look at the reviews from book bloggers you have now and see if there is a sentence or two from those reviews that could be used for marketing purposes. If so, contact those book bloggers to gain their permission. Most will gladly give permission if you give them credit for the quote.

  186. What a great resource for finding a reviewer. Thank you for keeping it up for so many years.. I haven’t selected any sites yet to submit my indie debut novel, but as I read each reviewer’s site, I have been noticing many are not accepting new submissions, due to overload or illness.

    • Thanks, Carole. You’re right. It’s common for sites that are still very much a going concern to go back and forth from “accepting submissions” to “not accepting at this time.” Depending on the reviewer they might go through this cycle every couple months. I don’t even attempt to keep up with those because I’d never have time to do anything else. 🙂

    • Look for reviewers on this list that appear to be a good fit and follow the individual reviewer’s instructions on the submission page.

  187. I am very shy to ask, but I am thinking about it. I’ve published a few books and I struggle to get reviews. I am overwhelmed with work (day job, blogging, writing, volunteering for charities, etc.) as many (or all of us), of course. I used to think that I am a writer, not a business person. However, I don’t write for myself. This list is gold dust. Thank you so, so, much for taking the time to keep it updated. I also want to thanks the reviewers (who might be reading this) who invest their precious time reading and expressing their opinion. All of you are doing an amazing job for both writers and readers. Blessings.

  188. I thank you for your transparency, and the professional honesty of your listed reviewers. Having been forced to restart among the urban homeless, and later minimum wage physical labor, I am far below polishing my poetry and fiction into any major league, so I don’t pester you with it.

  189. Recently published: What has Islam given to Humankind? by Mamdouh Al-shikh (Author), Nick James (Editor), Prof Mohamed M. Hussein (Translator). Available on: Amazon and kindle

    The most important thing that Islam has given mankind – after unification – is its vision of the balance between Vim: right, freedom and order.
    All the comprehensive visions and ideologies are attempts to regulate this relationship, and because of this, there have been many conflicts between some ideologies and religion.
    * Secularism biased to the individual based on the superiority of “freedom” to the right and order.
    * Secularism with a holistic and totalitarian tendency was based on the superiority of the regime over right and freedom.
    * Theocracy (in fact, it is not sacred) has based its concept of “right” on freedom and order.

    • The listed reviewers/sites are independent. Look for those that appear to be a good fit for your novella (start with the genres listed, then review their submission page which is linked in the table, and I’d advise looking at at least a few reviews to get a feel for their reviewing style, likes, etc to make sure they still seem like a good fit). Then follow the submission guidelines for each site that you see as a good fit.

  190. I have just finished going through all the listed reviewers, 1-278. I vetted ten a day. I have written a dog rescue memoir (wwwlanceaspiritunbroken.com) so I only contacted suitable reviewers. As a result, I have gotten one review and possibly a few more. If anyone reading this post knows of other reviewers, please let me know. Many thanks for compiling this list.

  191. I am searching for a reviewer for my book Navigating Home Hospice: A Caregiver’s Guide. This book makes home hospice understandable for the caregiver; providing resources, information, and guidance to managing the care of a loved one.
    Assistance in reaching the right type of reviewer is appreciated.

  192. Thanks for this great list! I get a bit confused with the wording – I am published by a tiny press (in Australia) rather than self-published but am assuming that means I am still ‘indie?” Can you clarify? Thanks for your assistance.

    • Different people might have a stricter definition than I do, but I think most people consider small press or self-published to both be indie. I would go on the assumption you qualify unless a specific site explicitly says they only accept self-published books. I don’t remember ever having seen that, but I can’t rule it out as a possibility.

  193. Does “indie review” review books? And if YES how can I send my books to any reviewer?? please do let me know

    • NO. This site does not review books. There is a list of indie friendly reviewers (look for link to the page at top on home page). page through those reviewers looking for those that are a fit for you from a genre standpoint, then check their other requirements (link to submission page also in list). Then follow those instructions.

      Each of these reviewers is independent and has their own rules and procedures for submission. We point you the right direction, but then it is up to you.

  194. Thank you so much for compiling this list!
    I did get a response from The Reading Bud that they are charging for their services- thought you might want to know for your next update.
    Thanks again!
    Alison

  195. In case you want to update the listing for “This Girl Reads A Lot,” her website contradicts on two aspects to the blurb here on your page. She says no erotica, even though the blurb on The Indie View suggests she does; and she also has in bold red: “I am not currently accepting review requests at this time.”

  196. I have been on this page as a reviewer for a couple of months. I was a bit overwhelmed before but I have been settling in after my move and going through the emails that I get from authors and have been noticing something a little strange. I have been getting messages addressed to Cindi Madsen. When this started I had no idea who she was. Now I know she is an author. How or why does this happen. Because most of them come address to me. With my name, I am just curious. She told me why I sent her message that she has never reviewed books before. So she is just as puzzled as I am.

    • I’ve got no idea. I’m not sure what you mean by “addressed to Cindi Madsen” but every interpretation I can come up with would be unrelated to this site. Your name in the list of reviewers is correct. There is no Cini Madsen elsewhere in the list. I’m not sure.

  197. It is so hard to actually get a review. Either their “To be read” list is too full. Some charge. Or they aren’t accepting any at the moment.
    I am willing to review romance novels. As long as your okay with honesty. I am a proflic reader with high expectations. Reviewing is my hobby. I do not charge. I do not want a fan club. I love escaping in a good romance novel which are very hard to come across.

    If you need a review and struggling to find one * Message me on Good Reads.*
    https://terri-lynnromancereviews.blogspot.com/

  198. Hi there Simon!

    Thank you so much for curating this list, and for providing such a wonderful service. I sent the form, and I’d be honored to be included as one who reviews the indies. You are just wonderful!

  199. Hi Simon,

    Just wanted to let you know that the following book blogs are no longer accepting review requests:

    A.G. Moore
    Ambrose Crotts – Permission to view blog denied
    Amy Garnet – Blog not found
    Anela D – Policy page no longer exists. There doesn’t seem to be any way to contact her that is readily available.
    Annette Gisby – Blog is closing.

  200. New author. I love this list. Check me out on Amazon. I love reviews!!!!
    https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07MZ363JV&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_8WttCb8F1K0M6

    Middle Age Love With Thrilling Twists.
    Each book in the series is a standalone about finding love later in life. Not only are they love stories, they are love stories with twists. Sometimes Mr. Perfect turns out to be not so perfect.
    This is Erin’s story. A novella.
    Erin is a divorced woman struggling with being comfortable with herself. When she finally decides to start dating again, she realizes that it’s not easy meeting a decent man. When she finally meets a man, she finds out some alarming things about his past. She begins to question who he really is. Could he be dangerous? Erin’s life is in jeopardy when the truth comes out.
    This is a romance story about finding love and being in love. Not erotica, but there a couple racy chapters. Not for children.

  201. Hi Simon,
    I welcome reviews of my just-published novel, Separated at the Border (Myakka Press).
    Genre is Contemporary Adult Fiction/Suspense. 290 pages.

    In Separated at the Border, Diamond Herrera, a 24-year-old freelance journalist and Jason Taylor, an ex-Army Ranger and journalism professor team up to fight human trafficking and abuse at a privately-run immigrant youth detention facility in the Florida Everglades. Along the way, Di and Jason are forced to take on a Miami-based gang and a corrupt facility administrator while skirting the law and dodging a suspicious Broward County Sheriff’s detective.
    Separated at the Border is fast-paced, contemporary adult fiction that tells the story of a young woman’s quest for professional and personal fulfillment while searching for a solution to the plight of incarcerated and abused immigrant children.
    I can provide as PDF file. Also avail. at Amazon, iBooks, B&N, etc.

  202. Hi, my website, Forward Scribes, is on the list. Recently, I made some changes and now have a new name and website (QueenJReads and http://www.queenjreads.com). How would I go about making changes to the link and name on the list? Should I submit a new one? Thanks for your help!

    • Yes, I’ve just set your old site for deletion with the next update. Submitting your new site would be the best approach to get it added.

  203. Hello,
    Is there a way to edit your details? There are some genres I don’t read…so I need to modify the genres I’ve said I accept, but I can’t find a way to do this.

    Thanks.

    • Hi Cathy,

      To have modifications like that made the easiest way would be to send an email to admin (at) theindieview.com and specify what you’d like modified.

  204. This is such a wonderful site and as an independent publicist, we are always on the lookout for new talent but we also want to work with reviewers and collaborations! This site is wonderful for that!

    • Thanks, William. While maybe not exactly what you’re shooting for, did you see the search box at the top right of the list. You can, for example, type something in there and it will narrow it down to only those entries that have that text somewhere in the entry. For example, you might type the name of a genre and you’ll get only those entries that specifically mention that genre. You’d still need to look at how it is used (lots of entries say “no erotica” for example, so if you look for those that explicitly say “I like erotica” you’d need to also throw out those that explicitly say they don’t) but that functionality can be used to narrow things down a lot.

  205. Well,

    Since everyone else is sharing their book with the world, I’m gonna hop on this train and share my new book too! I ‘m gonna put my two cents in the hat, and say, “My name is Cory Markert and I just published a book of poetry called The Pizza Toad and Other Poems. My book has sixty full-color illustrations in it, and I like the book enough to talk about it. I think you, reader, will like my book a lot.

    It’s got poems about all kinds of things. The poems are written for kids, teens, and adults but you might need to be warned…because some of my poems shouldn’t be read to or by kids without parental supervision and explanation, of some kind or other.” Only time will tell if there will be controversy, and how much.

    My website is http://www.corymarkert.com

    Anyone who wants to review my book let me know by emailing me at cory123@protonmail.com.

    Or, if you buy my book and like it , you can go ahead and email me at that secret email I just shared.

    Thanks!

    Cory

  206. Howdy Reviewers:
    I am hoping to accumulate more Amazon reviews for my Western novel Unscrupulous.
    My search turned up mostly “no westerns” or “except westerns.” Would anyone be interested?
    Here’s my pitch: He’s a gunfighter with a bad reputation. She’s the sheriff’s wife he’s sent to rescue. Gritty action-adventure meets raw romance in this Old West tale of redemption, second chances, and forbidden love.
    Contains violence, adult language, and sex. HEA for some characters but NOT ALL.
    I can provide .epub or .mobi.
    If interested, please message me on Twitter or Facebook @morganleewylie.
    Thank you,
    Morgan Lee Wylie

  207. I went through this whole list, looking for reviewers of memoir. I found a few, but also many broken links, many reviewers not currently accepting review requests and many who listed their interests as “All,” but then indicated in their review guidelines that they do not accept memoir (or any nonfiction at all). In short, I spent a lot of time going through this list, with little payoff.

    • Sorry to hear that, Nan. Non-fiction of most kinds (including memoirs) are harder to find reviewers willing to read, for sure. I review them on my site (on the list) but just like every other genre get a lot more requests than I’m able to read.

    • Thanks for letting me know about this and the several others, Michael. It took me a while (I was traveling), but have finally checked them all out and removed them for the reasons you gave. Thanks again.

  208. I am a reviewer on the IndieView reviewer’s list but I would like to be removed. I no longer have time to provide this service.
    Thank you.
    I’ve searched multiple times to navigate this website to figure out how to remove myself with no success. Please instruct me if I can remove myself from the list. Otherwise, do it for me. Thanks again
    Mari

    • RF,
      Each of the reviewers is independent and has their own procedure for requesting they consider reviewing your book. The list has a link to the page for their submission policy. Look through the list for those that appear a potential good fit for you based on genre, check out the site, and if it still appears to be a good fit follow the procedure in their submission policy.

  209. Hello, I am interested in reviewers for my newly published Paranormal Romance. It’s around 3oo pages and the Title is
    The Ghost Convention, which can be found at Amazon.com by B.A.Rose.

  210. Half the links don’t work, probably because the reviewers have deleted their sites. Most other sites are closed for submissions, even the new ones, which sprung up this year. No offense intended, this is a great resource, but maybe someone should go through and remove the inactive links, so we don’t have to click through 300 plus sites in the hopes of finding a half dozen who might be willing to review a book, but state that they won’t reply one way or the other. It would also be nice to see in the list whether or not the reviewer is closed for submissions. Thank you, everyone.

    • While I have sometimes gone and checked all on the list, we generally find out about sites that no longer exist or no longer meet the requirements from authors commenting here and letting us know. HOWEVER, the “not accepting requests at this time” situation is one that the way many review sites work is one we could never keep track of. That is literally a day to day thing in many cases.

      • I’ve been going through the list and have come up with a lot of the same issues as StoriesbyDennis i.e. innactive blogs, bloggers that are now charging or ones that simply do not exist. I haven’t reported many at risk of filling up the comments more than they already are, but if there is any way to help the admin cull some of these, I would happily and eagerly donate my time.
        Also, thank you for this amazing resource.

    • Thanks, Patricia. I’ll remove the dead site from the listing on my next update.

      As for humorous novels, now aware of any that specialize in them, but if you search for humor in the listing there are 3 that specifically mention humorous as something they’re willing to read. I suspect that anyone who is willing to review whatever other genre fits your book (general or contemporary fiction, if nothing else) would consider it as well. I can’t imagine anyone would not want to read a book because it is humorous.

  211. Thank you for maintaining this wonderful site! It’s very useful.
    While writing to some reviewers, I found several that either haven’t added books in many months, or whose sites are gone:
    Word Gurgle
    Trevor Elder
    Tony Riches
    Toni Owen-Blue
    This Girl Reads A Lot
    The Indie Bookshelf
    The Book Girl
    Tabitha Durant
    Striking 13
    Sara–The Avid Inspri
    Sara–The Page-Hungry Bookworm
    R.M. Halterman
    No Face
    Leigh Holland
    L. S. Lynn
    Katie Harder-Schauer
    Joyce Nance
    Jessica Cali
    Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Driggers
    Hagit R Oron
    Geraldine Helen Hartman
    Emma Donovan
    Elizabeth May Jahns
    Elizabeth Marie
    Denzil TheBookOwl
    Carrie Slager
    Bella Lacy
    Bee
    Athreya
    Ashley–Bookish Creature
    Angel, Arianna, Michaela, Angelina
    Aaryan Rahi

  212. Hi!
    I am an Indie AUTHOR lol, and I have an Indie Author Review Channel on YouTube where we review and inter Indie Authors Only. How would I add my site to yours, so Indie authors will know that they have a place to submit for live reviews?

  213. Hi!
    First and foremost, THANK YOU for creating and maintaining this list. It is an absolute lifesaver for indie authors like me.
    Second, I went to all the sites that you indicated accept either fantasy or “all” genres and found a few dead ones:

    * Ajoobacats Blog – No longer does reviews
    * Barb Taub – No longer does reviews
    * By Rite of Word Reviews – No longer does reviews
    * Darkness Beckons – Site’s down
    * JP Wilder – Site’s down
    * K.C. Gray’s Book Reviews – Site’s down
    * Reveries Reviews – Site’s down
    * Zigzag Timeline – No longer does reviews

    Just thought you might want to know.

    Thanks again,
    Bill

    • Thanks, Bill. It helps us and your fellow authors when people clue us in when they discover these situations. I’ve reviewed all of these and removed them from the list.

  214. Thank you for maintaining this site. One thing I strongly wish: that you changed the handling of pages so that a person could come back and continue where they left off without clicking through all the previous pages one at a time. Perhaps a “Go to Page ___” link?

  215. This is a great resource for Indie authors – thank you.

    I have registered as a book reviewer but would also like to register as an Indie author to access reviews. I cannot see where to register. I would be grateful if you could assist. Thank you

    • Deborah, I’ve stopped adding to the authors because those pages weren’t getting enough traffic to make it worthwhile for any of those concerned.

  216. Please have your reviewers NOT say what they do NOT want because when I am searching by GENRE there are so many results saying NOT this GENRE.

    • Erica,

      Thanks for pointing this out. One of the requirements to get on the list is to have submission guidelines on the site. This site did have those when first added, but have apparently removed that page. I’ve removed the site from the list.

      Thanks again for letting us know,

  217. Where can I get my book “A Journey of Souls” by Michael Mckinney free from September 5th through 7th reviewed?

  218. Thanks to Erica for putting the time and work into formulating a very useful collection of contacts for any aspiring author willing to reach out for help in furthering their writing goals.
    Thanks, Erica, and like you, I’m also someone who didn’t vote for the current specimen in the White House.

  219. About half of these people are not accepting books.
    About a tenth of their pages are non-existant.
    Is there anyone on your staff who can police this list?

    ALSO, when they say they read it all…… then you get to their page and they say All, except romance and Erotica, they need to rephrase their description of what they read.

    • Many sites go back and forth from being open to submissions to not frequently. We don’t even attempt to keep up with that. However, if a site no longer exists we take them off the list, normally because someone informs us of this in a comment right here.

    • Pat, I’ve also periodically gone through the list and weeded out those that were no longer valid sites or not actively reviewing. I decided it had been awhile since I’d done that. Based on what I’m finding it was time for this.

  220. Hello, I am the publisher of Casa Forte Press, a small indie. I would love for someone to review two of our books:
    Frankenstein’s Paradox and The Work. Please visit the website: https://casafortepress.com

    These are two short novellas. They are hilarious, southern, but of very high literary quality. They’ve even been called “masterpieces” by two reviewers. We need all the support we can get. Thank you!

  221. I am an interesting person , artist , photographer, keen gardener and very proud of my achievements in gardening and also well travelled . I am a practising doctor by profession and well established artist with my artworks and paintings appearing in top websites such as saatchiart and fineartamerica.com.
    I have written a dazzling and charming romantic novel set in 2005 Britain. The novel is rooted in reality and encompasses a linear period of just 8 months , that’s it. This charming novel explores the road less travelled and leave a lasting imprint on your soul long after you finished reading it. I don’t have a large network to promote or publicize it but guarantees you a fantastic read and experience. There are no obscenities and no foul language . The Title is ‘ Shades of Endearment’ and there are 204 pages only. I am looking for that someone with passion and zest to read this and give me their honest thoughts, I will be greatly indebted.

    • Register for what?

      I’m not sure why, but recently there have been a lot of authors come by who think they can somehow sign up or register to get on a list to get their book reviewed, That isn’t the case. What we do is maintain a list of review sites that meet our criteria (list on the top of the page here). We provide the list and point the way to the sites. Each site has their own rules on how you request to be conisdered for a review, what genres they are willing to consider, etc. The table of reviewers on this page helps narrow down postential fits for your book, but it is up to you to approach those reviewers following their rules.

  222. “Tiberius, Arapaima and the Monster Eel”, is a Children’s Adventure book. The story is about a smart, brave, mischievous 10 year old boy, Tiberius and his adventure with his best friend Sun-Raya into the vast Amazon rainforest. They volunteer on a dangerous quest to capture the magical prehistoric Arapaima fish the only thing that can save their village from the Monster Eel. On their quest Tiberius, Sun-Raya and the rest of the volunteers encounter wild animals and other dangers.
    Will they succeed in bringing the Arapaima safely back home? Will Tiberius truly become, as the fortune-teller foretold,
    the youngest Grand Chief ever? Tiberius, Arapaima and the Monster Eel is an exuberant tale of ingenuity and bravery, that will delight young readers. In the word of Tiberius:” Life is an adventure every day, listen to your heart, love what you
    do. Dreams do come true.

  223. I do need more reviews for the five published books I have. I write many genres and presently have two female serial killers, one paranormal, one science fiction, and one collection of flash fiction about real people.

  224. Good morning, my name is Marsha Rene. I would like to get my book Silencing The Enemy Within reviewed. My book is a memoir of addiction and healing. How do I go about doing this with you?

    • Marsha,

      This site doesn’t do reviews. It only provides a list of other sites that do. You need to contact those reviewers on this list that appear to be good fits, following their submission guidelines, in order to get reviewed.

  225. Do you need a good chuckle at the absurdity of human nature? This book takes a wry look at just that through the *eyes* of our alien friends as they have to deal with humans, just being human.

    “Humans are Weird: I Have the Data”
    A book of human absurdity.
    By Betty Adams

    Word Count: ~60K
    Publisher: AuthorBettyAdams (January 2021)
    Language: English
    ASIN: B08RSVHL81
    Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
    Author Website: Betty Adams Tall Tales http://www.authorbettyadams.com/bettys-blog
    Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56430673-humans-are-weird
    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RSVHL81

  226. I love the to the point list approach here, who to contact, what they accept, and on going to their site how to contact them. And perhaps best of all, their clearly stated no nonsense policies that aren’t two miles and eight light-years long.

  227. Hi Everyone
    My name is Lyndon Patrick Berchy, I am the Author of the ” The Flight of Kurrawurra: An Australian Odyssey. The Book is scheduled to be released in June 2021. The Book has already received several four stars- and five star reviews from several independent reviewers. As you are aware how important it is for good literary work to be valued and recognized it becomes extremely important for professional reviewers to offer unbiased reviews. I would be delighted if anyone is willing to review my book and offer some additional reviews.
    I am thankful for the generosity and time

    Sincerely
    Lyndon Berchy

  228. How do I get my book reviewed by your reviewers?
    It is controversal black and filipino people discriminating a white guy. Basically the book is about myself facing discrimination how a black guy fired a white guy.

    • Wade,

      All the reviewers are independent and have their own procedures to get a book considered for review. Look at the list for those that based on the generes listed and any other notes look like they might be a good fit. Then click on the link in the submission guidelines column of the listing, check out that page and possibly even look at a couple reviews, and if the site appears to be a good fit then follow the directions on the submissions page.

    • eMarie, could you email (admin@theindieview(dot)com) and give the details on this reviewer (which site and where it talks about a charge that you saw for starters)? Thaks.

  229. Hello I am looking for some constructive, honest reviews of an upcoming fantasy novel I am working on. Any and all help would be welcome, thankyou.

    • That’s not how it works. Go the the submission link on those reviewers in the list that seem like good fits and follow their instructions submitting.

    • Joanna, we provide a list of independent reviewers that meet certain criteria. The procedure to get reviewed for each reviewer is different. Check out the site and if they look like a good fit for your book go to the page on their site that give submission instructions (the link is in the list of reviewers).

    • Robert,

      Each site is independent and has their own rules. Look for sites that seem to be a good fit (based on genre), visit the site and explore however much you want to make sure you see them as a good fit and then follow the instructions on their submission page (linked in the list.

    • Cyd,

      Some (actually many) sites will to through cycles where they accept review requests until they have as many as they can handle for a certain period of time and then they’ll stop accepting requests until they start to get caught up and open things up again. These cycles can be as short as a week or two or longer and unpredictable.

      If a site is temporarily not accepting review requests I won’t remove them from the list because they’d never get put back.

      However, if you find a site that has shut down, indicates that they’ll not be accepting requests directly from authors anymore, or have started to charge for reviews, then letting me know (commenting here) will result in the site’s removal.

  230. The following reviewers websites were unavailable or no longer active: The Bookwyrms Guide to the Galaxy, Riley Reads Things, The Writer’s Alley, and Pure Textuality. Riley Reads Things was especially problematic. When I clicked on the link, I was re-routed several times and got a flashing security alert, saying my computer was locked up, etc. It was just a scare tactic, but probably don’t want to include that on your list anymore.

  231. Hi – The Best Fantasy Book Series (A. Aaron)

    The link to the website goes through to a different page and selecting what are actually ads goes through to another site called dog eared reviews (or something like that – I am old and can’t remember). These are paid reviews. The ‘Request a review’ link is broken.

    Thanks for these links and information it’s very useful.
    RJE

  232. Hello all,
    My name is Leslie M. Jasper and I’m a journeywoman electrician by trade from New York City. I’m looking for a review for my first children’s book entitled, “Not All Girls Play With Dolls”. This book is based upon my youth where I was encouraged by my father to join the U.S. Navy Seabees and first become an electrician. My father always said that since I am smart and strong, I’m capable of doing anything. I followed my non-traditional career path and encouraging other young girls to do the same. I would really appreciate a review of my book. It is available as an e-book (Nook, Kindle, iTunes) and paperback.

  233. As one of the co-founders of Blackwater Press I just wanted to thank you for compiling this Reviewers List – it’s incredibly useful. As a publisher it’s so difficult to find time to send out our titles for review after review, and it’s fantastic that I can refer our authors to your list so that they can get on with some of the promotion themselves. Thanks a lot!

  234. More than several reviewers are not taking submissions; in some cases you have to read all the guidelines before you get to the “Not accepting submission temporarily” or something similar.

    • Michael, no, The IndieView doesn’t do reviews. We do author interviews. For book reviews we maintain this list of other sites that meet certain criteria an do do reviews, but in order to get reviewed you need to go through their particular procedure to be considered for review (explained on the page linked in the submission guidelines column of the list).

  235. I am interested in having my book reviewed by Women Connect. I have a book backgrounder I can send you and have an e-copy of the book as well. Please let me know if I can forward these to you for review.

    • Florence, each of these review sites are independent from us and have their own rules. Go to the page linked on the Submission Guidelines column for the site you’re interested in, make sure you meet their requirements and, if so, follow their directions on that page.

  236. Hello,

    I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask, but do you also provide review services for non-fiction books?

    • We don’t provide reviews here at all. We have a list of other sites that meet certain criteria and do reviews (look for the link at the top of the page), but these sites are all independent and have their own rules and genre restrictions. Some of them will review some non-fiction, but you’ll need to review the list and the individual sites to determine if they might be a good fit, then follow their instructions for submission of your book for potential review.

  237. Thank you for posting this list.
    Please note Diana Brown’s, Thoughts on Papyrus website is no longer active.

  238. To whom it may concern,

    Hello. My name is Kristofor Hellmeister, and I am a self-published author. I wanted to inquire into how to get my book reviewed. Thank you for your time.

    Kristofor

    • Kristofer, each site is independent and has their own rules.

      Look for sites that appear to review the genre of your book, possibly check out some reviews on the site (click on link for website to do so) and make sure they still appear to be a good fit. For those that appear to be a good fit click on the link for submission guidelines to make sure nothing there causes you concern and if not follow their instructions.

  239. Am seeking reviewers for my 40K second short collection of fifteen stories. Eleven have been published. Diverse stories ranging from humor to a surreal western with a few surprises. Reviewers must have an interest in short stories.
    Thank you for your time

  240. Looking for reviewers for my 40K collection called The Water Trough; Fifteen diverse stories, eleven of which have been published. The theme is expectations. Some of the characters achieve their expectations some don’t.

  241. This appears to be a wonderful place to get reviews. My publicist insisted I not pay for reviews, including from Kurkus, and I’ve been trying to locate good, honest reviewers for my debut historical novel.

  242. What a marvellous list. I’d of course love a review from any of them of my recent non-fiction self-help cookbook which is very funny and also “a life changer”:and ‘a delight” according to some reviews and “ just the book I needed”. including laugh -out-loud cartoons but also some very serious anthropological stuff on the taken for granted rituals around cooking and food and some amazing unexpected information about the far back origins of many of the food stuffs that we eat just without thinking where they first began . The book is to help people relax and stop being so uptight and perfectionist about their cooking. The ebook is currently on a discounted offer of $.99.

    It’s “How to be a BAD cook.”
    Anyone interested ( readers interested in a discussion not just reviewers)? I can be contacted at ruthhfinnegan@gmail.com

  243. I’m not sure what’s going on, but the first reviewer, A Look Inside, switches from what I think is supposed to go to a reviewer site to a Russian porn site.

    • Thanks very much for pointing that out, Stephen. I’m taking that as a sign that this site is no longer doing reviews and have removed it from the list.

  244. Hello, I would like to see if I could get my book reviewed. Could someone let me know how to do that? Not sure what it says about me but I cannot figure it out. Thank you in advance!!

    • Mr Oliver,

      The short answer is that this is just a list of review sites that meet our criteria and have asked to be included. Every site has their own preferred genres and procedure to be considered for a review. My advice would be to go through the list looking for sites that the genre column seems to fit your book. When I find one I might also check out the site and possibly read a few reviews to make sure you think you’d like to have them review your book. Then click on the link in the Submission Guideline column, review their rules for submission, and if you’re still thinking they seem like a good fit follow the instructions for submission.

  245. David Korson’s website is gone.

    Am I doing something wrong to cause all of my comments to be removed? I thought we were supposed to let you know about these things so they could be taken off the list. If that is no longer a thing I’ll stop.

    • Casper, no, I appreciate it. This is your first time commenting and the comment has to get approved before it displays. I’ll be evaluating each of them, updating the list, and approving the comments as I go.

  246. As well as David Korson, you can add Indie Author Book Reviews (indieauthorbookreviews.com) to the list of dead websites. Also James Tivendale (youandibooks.wordpress.com/about/) literally says the following on that link: “I’m not accepting any book review requests.”

    So, uh … yeah.

  247. Jasmine B (bookreviewsbyjasmine.blogspot.com) has become an invitation only blog.

    Jeff Kivela is closed to submissions and hasn’t posted a review in a year.

    Michael Cattigan no longer has a submissions guideline/policy page.

    There’s so many that are just plain closed to submissions. I’ve only been able to send submissions off to handful so far 🙁

  248. Nikki Mitchell only accepts print copies, not ebooks.

    Sally Altass, the contact form doesnt work, leaving no way to send a submission or even raise the issue with them.

    Samantha Grubey, closed to submissions and no new reviews posted in a year.

    Sarah Romano, can’t find a submission guideline page or any way to submit, link in list just goes to an advert page charging money for services.

    The Future Fire Reviews has no submission guideline page.

    That’s all, I’ve gone through the whole list and sent submissions to the ones that I could.

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