Review Policy

First off, thank you SO much for taking the time to read my Review Policy and finding out what my reading/review preferences are.

[Reviews]

I do review each book I finish reading. If for some reason I cannot finish your book, I will set it aside and though I may pick it up at a later time, if I do not finish I won’t post a review. While I cannot guarantee a positive review, I can guarantee an honest, fair review of your book.

I do not have a specific time it will take me to review your book. I will get it up as soon as I can, which varies depending on what is happening in my life at the time. In some instances, I am able to get reviews up within 2 weeks, and other times it might take up to several months. If you need your book reviewed by a certain day, feel free to mention it and I will try my best to meet that date.

Besides posting reviews on my blog, I do cross post all my reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. I review books out of 5 stars, using half stars. I take my synopses from Goodreads, Amazon, or the jacket flap / publisher’s website.

5 stars = I loved the book
4 stars = I really liked it
3 stars = I liked it
2 stars = I was not a fan
1 star = I did not like it

I would like to make a note that I do not respond to book pitches that I am not interested in or will not be accepting.

I also review at YA Books Central, so many of my reviews end up on there as well.

Book subjects of interest:

I am currently accepting the following:
* Young Adult Novels -
- Fantasy **
- Realistic Fiction
- Paranormal
- Chick Lit
- Dystopian
- Historical **
- Mystery

** Fantasy and historical are my favorite genres.

* Middle Grade – I do not read as much MG as I do YA, but I still do enjoy it. MG Fantasy is my absolute favorite, but any genres listed above in YA would be the same for MG.

*Adult Titles – I don’t do many adult titles, and I only do historical or fantasy.

You can see a full list of titles I’ve reviewed here.

If a book is not the start of a series, I would appreciate if you could provide the prior books.

I am not currently accepting e-books for review. I am not currently accepting self-published books for review.

[Blog Tours]

I love participating in blog tours! I do need a few weeks notice between when the book arrives and when my scheduled tour date is.

[Interviews/Guest Posts]

I love to host interviews or guest posts with authors! I also love hosting character interviews! I prefer to read the book before interviewing an author. I will review your book around the same time as your interview, so both can receive the maximum exposure possible.

[Giveaways]

I am happy to host a giveaway on The Book Cellar! Email me with details, and I will be happy to host a giveaway

[FTC Disclaimer]

I am in no way compensated for any reviews of review copies I receive from publishers, agents and authors. I receive review copies in return for an honest, fair review.

[Affiliate Programs]

I am a part of the affiliate program with Amazon. When you click on a link in a blog post and it brings you to Amazon, if you make a purchase then I will receive a small portion of the proceeds if you purchase that item. Any money earned from this program goes to supporting this blog. Generally speaking, it is used to ship out contest winnings or to sponsor contests. Do keep in mind this is at no additional cost to you.

If you would like to contact me or need any other information, my email is thebookcellar@wi.rr.com.

Thanks