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Professional reviews do more than evaluate a book, they build credibility, provide valuable editorial insight, and help books reach the professionals and readers who influence discovery. For publishers and authors, they're a trusted marketing asset. For librarians, educators, booksellers, and readers, they offer guidance they can rely on when selecting, recommending, and discovering new books.
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Each book is read in full by a vetted professional reviewer who writes an original, honest editorial evaluation.
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A proprietary rating system demonstrates how ready the book is for its intended readers and the broader market.
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Completed reviews may be published on Open Shelf Reviews and distributed through our channels at the author's discretion.
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