MY LITTLE VIRTUAL BOOKSTORE | REVIEW POLICY

I am currently open to book review requests from publishers and literary agents only. I review each book with transparency and honesty. My reviews will be posted here, on Amazon, Goodreads and on Twitter. If you send me a proof copy, I will review at the time you send it to me and then review on publication day of hardback and paperback and e-book, when applicable. I never give away proofs without the author/writer/publisher’s permission, either as part of a competition or to friends or family.

As a book reviewer and blogger—and because reading is subjective—I do not feel it’s my place to pick apart a writer’s hard work. Therefore it is not my policy to post negative reviews. But that’s good news because it means my book review space is always a positive one!

So, If I don’t like it, I won’t review it. However, I will privately email the publisher to explain my reasons why.

Any reviews I post are strictly my own opinions as a reader, not as an author or a professional editor. However, if I love a book, I will actively promote it across my social media and I may organise giveaways, blog tours and a writers Q&A, if approved by the writer or the publisher.

If you would like me to review your book, please contact me here. Reviews on my website can be found here.

I will respond to your initial request within two weeks. I accept and prefer physical copies, but will review e-copies of books. Priority will be given to publishers/authors I have previously worked with. However, I am open to new connections and working relationships. Please allow at least one month for me to read and review your book and post my review online. Due to a busy schedule, I will not be able to accept all requests, but I will try my best to accommodate as many as possible.

genres I REVIEW:

  • Crime/Thriller

  • Psychological thriller/noir/domestic noir

  • Women’s commercial fiction

  • Book club reads

If I decline your request, it may be for the following reasons:

  • My schedule is too busy.

  • The genre of book is not one I review.

  • The timelines given to review a book is less than one month.

Unfortunately, I cannot review the following genres:

  • YA/Fantasy

  • Children’s books or picture books

  • Science fiction

  • Erotica

  • Dystopia


In addition, my Little Virtual Bookstore is open for author interviews and guest posts/workshops. Please contact me for more details if you wish me to help you with an event, or if you have any further questions or enquires.