PageTurner Reviews accepts submissions from independent authors, small presses and self-published writers who want their work reviewed by a team that takes indie publishing seriously. We read everything that is submitted to us, and we review the books we believe will interest our readers.
What We Accept
We review fiction and non-fiction across most genres, including literary fiction, mystery, science fiction, fantasy, horror, romance, historical fiction, thrillers, short story collections and general non-fiction. We do not review academic textbooks, erotica, or books containing gratuitous violence without narrative purpose.
How to Submit
To submit a book for review, please send the following information to our submissions address:
- Book title and author name
- Genre and target audience
- Publication date and format (print, ebook or both)
- A brief synopsis (no more than 300 words)
- Where the book is available for purchase
- A review copy in PDF or EPUB format
We prefer digital copies for review purposes. If you wish to send a print copy, please contact us first to arrange a postal address.
What to Expect
We aim to read and respond to all submissions within six to eight weeks. If we decide to review your book, we will let you know when the review is scheduled to be published. We do not guarantee a positive review: our reviews are honest assessments written for the benefit of readers, not the author.
We do not charge for reviews and we do not accept payment for positive coverage. This is a matter of editorial integrity and we will not compromise on it. If you are looking for a guaranteed review, there are paid review services available elsewhere.
Our Review Process
Each book is assigned to a reviewer based on genre specialism. The reviewer reads the book in full and writes an honest, detailed review of 500 to 1,000 words covering the premise, writing style, pacing and overall recommendation. Reviews include a rating out of five stars.
Once a review is published, we share it on our site and through our social channels. Authors are welcome to share the review link on their own platforms.