What I Really Like:
- Most YA (prefer supernatural and darker stories - not a fan of love stories with nothing else to carry it)
- Horror
- Fantasy (especially dark fantasy)
- Supernatural (especially a big fan of weres and shifters)
- some science fiction (please email me with more details if your book is sci-fi)
- General romance novels (where romance is the only part of the novel)
- Mystery and detective type novels
- Thrillers
- Self-published novels (sometimes I will if I believe it to be outstanding, so feel free to contact me)
I will NOT read a series out of order. If you want me to review your book, be willing to send me all novels in the series up to and including the specific title you want me to review. I will then publish a review of every book.
Formats:
I have a Kobo reader and the Kobo app for my iphone. I also now have the BlueFire app which allows me to read epub and pdf files. However, I do prefer epub files as pdf files generally do not allow me to make the font larger, thereby making it extremely hard to read on my iPhone. I can read ebooks that will work with any of these, however I do prefer to hold an actual book in my hands when reading.
I will accept the following:
- ARCs
- Hardcover
- Trade Paperback
- Paperback
- Review Copies
Reviews:
I will always give my honest opinion when writing a review. If you can't handle that, than I'm sorry, but don't send me anything then. I will always try my best to find at least one good point in every book, but I have been known to be harsh. I will review all books I accept.
I cross-reference my reviews on Twitter and Facebook via my Networked Blogs feed, as well as Goodreads, Book Blogs and Chapters Indigo which feeds also to my Chapters community account.
When the book is provided for me I will make sure to notify the readers who provided me with the book and that it in no way affects my review given.
Ratings:
5 Stupendous Splatters out of 5! - I loved it!
4 Super Splatters out of 5! - It was really good.
3 Satisfactory Splatters out of 5. - It was OK, but nothing special.
2 Shabby Splatters out of 5. - It had a few redeeming qualities.
1 Sloppy Splatter out of 5. - I really really didn't like it.
Timeline:
I try to put out review in the order I receive the books. I will try to give priority to books about to be released. Generally I will try to keep review times to one month from receipt of the book. If you have a specific deadline please include it in the inquiry and I will be honest with you regarding the possibility.
Interviews, Etc.:
I am more than happy to work with you regarding posting an Interview, Guest Post, or Blog Tour in conjunction with a review. But you might want to wait and see if I liked the book first.
Requests:
Feel free to send me requests/questions to the email address below. Put e-mail title as BOOK REVIEW REQUEST, so that I know what you're inquiring about.
gwenythlove [at] gmail[dot] com
Include in the Request:
- Your name, title and the genre of your book.
- Author Website, blog and Publisher and their website.
- Book summary.
- Publishing/Published Date.
- Where you need the review posted.
- [OPTIONAL] Book Cover, Book Trailers, etc.
- [OPTIONAL] What you would like included in the review (not guaranteed) – Links to Author's blog/website, Publishing website, Book Trailer, Banners, Links to Bookstores (Where to Buy) etc.
Editing Services:
As a former editor for a literary agency, I also provide editing services for aspiring authors. My fees are very competitive, so if you require an outside pair of eyes, send me a message and we can discuss the matter further.
