Editorial reviews for authors

Editorial Book Reviews for Indie and Self-Published Authors

Book Nerdection offers honest, in-depth editorial book reviews for indie and traditionally published authors. Our reviewers read the full book and write for readers, with a dedicated review page and author feature. Reviews start at $59.99.

✓ Full refund if we can’t review your book✓ Pay with PayPal✓ Social media promotion included
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Pricing

Choose your timeline

Every package includes the same full read and honest review. You are choosing how fast it arrives.

Regular Book Review
$59.99
Timeline: 6–8 weeks
✓An honest, thorough review by a professional reviewer
✓A permanent review page you can share with readers and followers
✓An author section with your bio, plus purchase links for our visitors
✓Promotion on Instagram, X and Pinterest, and a rating seal
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Express Book Review
$89.99
Timeline: 4–6 weeks
✓An honest, thorough review by a professional reviewer
✓A permanent review page you can share with readers and followers
✓An author section with your bio, plus purchase links for our visitors
✓Promotion on Instagram, X and Pinterest, and a rating seal
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Super Express Book Review
$119.99
Timeline: 2–4 weeks
✓An honest, thorough review by a professional reviewer
✓A permanent review page you can share with readers and followers
✓An author section with your bio, plus purchase links for our visitors
✓Promotion on Instagram, X and Pinterest, and a rating seal
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Optional: author interview · $44.99
We arrange a tailored interview about your book and publish it on our website.
Optional: sponsored listing · $72.99
We make a list of books similar to yours and share it on our website and social media.

Optional add-ons are chosen on the submission form. Reviews are independent; payment does not guarantee a positive rating. *Prices are subject to change.

The process

How it works

1
Fill in the submission form
Add your book details, author bio, cover image and the full book file.
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Choose your package and pay
Pick Regular, Express or Super Express, add an interview or sponsored listing if you like, and pay with PayPal.
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We review and publish
Our reviewer reads the full book. Your review page goes live and we share it on social media within your chosen timeline.
Why it matters

Why an editorial review is important for your book

An editorial review gives readers an independent assessment of your book. Here are some ways authors can use one.

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Credibility: A review from a respected platform like Book Nerdection adds credibility to your work, helping you stand out in a crowded market.
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Visibility: Our reviews are shared across various channels, including social media, increasing your book’s visibility to a wider audience.
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Constructive Feedback: A professional review provides valuable insights into how your book is perceived by readers, which can be instrumental in refining your future work.
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Marketing Tool: A positive review, especially with our Seal of Approval, serves as a powerful marketing tool that you can use to promote your book across different platforms.
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Reader Trust: Readers often rely on editorial reviews to make informed decisions about what to read next. A strong review can significantly influence their choice, driving sales and engagement.
Why trust us?

Author Testimonials

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Jeffrey Carrier
I am enormously impressed with the quality of Book Nerdection’s review service. The communication was friendly and professional, and the review was delivered right on time. The critic obviously read the book very carefully and wrote a review filled with thoughtful analysis, which I greatly appreciate.

Jeffrey Carrier

Author of Coal Dust on Purple Asters - A Trilogy of Short Fiction

John Burt

I received a detailed and perceptive review. And Booknerdection got to it very promptly!

John Burt

Author of A Moment's Surrender

Stacy Seraphina

The book review I received was thoughtfully written with plenty of detail and genuine feedback. The service itself was professional with prompt replies and communication. I would definitely recommend to others as well as use the service again for my next book.

Stacy Seraphina

Author of The Soundless Symphony, at the heart of night

Berserker Lotus

I am very pleased and satisfied with the attention to detail and the time spent delving into the book and understanding its contents and the meaning behind it all. A lot of care was invested in writing the review to provide the most enticing and accurate description.

Berserker Lotus

Author of Cryptic Dreams in Verses

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Our review policy

Independent reviews with clear rules

You should know exactly what you are paying for before you request a review. These are the essentials. The full policy covers everything else.

Read the full review policy →
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Our reviewers read the full book before writing.
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Reviews are independent. Payment does not guarantee a positive rating.
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Books undergo an initial assessment before they are sent to reviewers.
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We may decline a book, or stop reading and cancel if we expect a rating below 3/5. In that case you receive a full refund.
Rating system

Our rating system

We believe every book has an audience, no matter how niche. Our reviewers aim to provide objective reviews tailored to the book’s intended audience, with a personal touch to ensure authenticity.

Nerdection Must Read seal
Nerdection Must Read
5/5
Nerdection Excellent Read seal
Nerdection Excellent Read
4/5
Nerdection Good Read seal
Nerdection Good Read
3/5
Before you submit

What to know before you submit

Books we accept
We accept most genres, ranging from fiction to non-fiction. We primarily accept e-books. If you prefer to send a physical copy, please contact us using the form below and we will provide an address for shipping.
Indie and self-published books
We do not review stories published exclusively on platforms like Wattpad, Royal Road, or similar sites. We do accept self-published books if they have a broad reach and are easily accessible to readers.
Review timeline
Our reviewers read the full book before writing. Choose the timeline that suits your launch: Regular (6–8 weeks), Express (4–6 weeks), or Super Express (2–4 weeks).
Payment
We charge a fee for book reviews. This fee compensates our reviewers and helps maintain the website. You pay through PayPal when you submit the form, so please be prepared to pay before you submit.
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Please fill out the form below

You should receive a reply within 2 business days. Please check your spam folder if you haven’t. In case of refusal, a refund will be issued and you will be immediately informed.

Payment safety: we only take payment through PayPal on this submission form. We never ask for payment by email or direct message.
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