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Our Reviewers won’t judge your book as compared to other self-published titles, but against other books, period. Our ratings are based on the following criteria, although reviewers are able to award partial stars (i.e. a 1.3 or a 4.7), rather than rounding up or down to a whole or half number.

1/5

Really bad 
Work on it.

2/5

Mediocre
1-2 bright spots.

3/5

Good
Worth reading.

4/5

Very Good
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Excellent!
Must-read.

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IR Approved
June 16, 2025

THE CAMPAIGN

By Evette Davis
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

In THE CAMPAIGN, Evette Davis brings a satisfying close to The Council Trilogy. Witchcraft, politics, and romance mingle in an exciting modern fantasy.

IR Approved
June 11, 2025

ORACLE OF HELINTHIA

By MJ Pankey
Rating:
4.2 / 5.0

An engrossing, absorbing addition to the world of Helinthia, M.J. Pankey's ORACLE OF HELINTHIA takes the features of the island's protagonists and successfully builds on...

IR Approved
May 30, 2025

THE SOURCE OF STORMS

By Angelina Jeanette Kelly
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

Rich and layered world building, a unique elemental magic system, and a tightly paced plot make Angelina Jeanette Kelly's THE SOURCE OF STORMS an engrossing...

IR Approved
May 19, 2025

BELLOSIO: An Age of Miracles

By John F Shekleton
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

John F. Shekleton's BELLOSIO: An Age of Miracles is a deeply imagined work of sci-fantasy that boasts effortless pacing, lush details, and very little hand-holding.

May 12, 2025

CINNAMON SOUL

By Quinn Lawrence
Rating:
3.7 / 5.0

Quinn Lawrence’s CINNAMON SOUL is a balanced, character-driven fantasy novel where secrets, subterfuge, and magic collide.

IR Approved
May 7, 2025

ELDRYAN ELDERS

By S.G. Blaise
Rating:
4.8 / 5.0

S.G. Blaise’s ELDRYAN ELDERS serves another delicious helping of cosmic chaos as Lilla levels up from "reluctant divine spokesperson" to "portal-protecting powerhouse." With snarky one-liners...

IR Approved
April 28, 2025

OF THE SUN AND SEA

By Melissa K. Magner
Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

Dense and dramatic yet heartfelt and relatable, Melissa K. Magner's OF THE SUN AND SEA is both a beautiful fantasy adventure and a poignant metaphor...

IR Approved
April 18, 2025

TWO CROWNS, THREE BLADES

By Robert A. Walker
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Robert A. Walker’s TWO CROWNS, THREE BLADES offers a well-constructed fantasy world and a compelling story.

IR Approved
March 28, 2025

A CHASM OF NIGHT

By Peter Eliott
Rating:
5.0 / 5.0

It’s difficult to imagine how author Peter Eliott could possibly outdo the past two installments of this sweeping, action-packed epic fantasy, but A CHASM OF...

IR Approved
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Despite some stylistic excess, Selene Wilderwind's THE WEAVER’S AWAKENING: A JOURNEY OF MAGIC, PASSION, AND THE POWER WITHIN offers an intriguing blend of sensuality, world-building,...

IR Approved
March 10, 2025

THE TIDES OF KADAVAR

By Carl E. Wooldridge Jr.
Rating:
4.0 / 5.0

Though a few more twists and a stronger focus on the overarching conspiracy would have added more suspense and excitement to the tale, Carl E....

March 3, 2025

JORSA

By Eric Swanson
Rating:
2.0 / 5.0

Eric Swanson’s JORSA occasionally has a certain lyrical, dreamlike prettiness; but without clearer character motivations and firmer internal logic, the action can feel confusing and...

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