IngramSpark Authors, Welcome to Open Shelf Reviews
Congratulations on publishing your book with IngramSpark.
You've taken an important step toward getting your book into the world. The next challenge is helping readers, educators, librarians, booksellers, and others discover it.
That's where Open Shelf Reviews comes in.
Our reviewers are experienced educators and publishing professionals who have built their careers around reading, recommending, and discovering books. An Open Shelf Review brings that expertise to your book through an independent editorial assessment, proprietary Reader & Market Readiness Ratings, and constructive feedback designed to give you a fresh perspective on your title and its potential audience.
Part of a family of trusted brands
Open Shelf Reviews is part of the Media Source family of trusted brands, including Junior Library Guild, Library Journal, School Library Journal, and The Horn Book.
Together, these brands bring decades of experience helping connect books with the people who discover, recommend, purchase, and read them.
Here's what your review includes
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An independent editorial assessment
An honest, independent editorial evaluation by an experienced reviewer, offering an informed perspective on your book's strengths, opportunities, and potential audience.
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Reader & Market Readiness Ratings
Our proprietary ratings offer insight into how your book may resonate with readers and how ready it is for the marketplace.
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Constructive feedback
Thoughtful observations designed to give you useful perspective on your book, its audience, and opportunities for strengthening its appeal.
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The opportunity to be published on Open Shelf Reviews
You'll have the choice to approve your review for publication on our website, giving readers, educators, librarians, booksellers, and others a new way to discover your book.
Preferred Partner Pricing
As an IngramSpark member, you receive exclusive pricing on Open Shelf Reviews.
| Review Type | Standard Rate | IngramSpark Rate | Standard Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picture Books | $399 | $325 | Up to 6 weeks |
| Young Readers through YA | $499 | $410 | Up to 6 weeks |
| Novella, Poetry & Shorter Nonfiction | $499 | $410 | Up to 6 weeks |
| Standard Fiction & Nonfiction | $599 | $490 | Up to 6 weeks |
Your IngramSpark pricing is applied automatically on this page.
So choose your category:
Choose the right review for your book
Picture Books
For picture books.
Young Readers
For titles from early readers through Young Adult.
Novella, Poetry & Shorter Nonfiction
For shorter works, including novellas, poetry, and nonfiction.
Standard Fiction & Nonfiction
For full-length fiction and nonfiction titles. Over 100,000 words, add $150.
Not sure you chose the right tier?
No problem. After submission, our team will confirm the appropriate category. If an adjustment is needed, we'll make it before your book is assigned.
Need it sooner?
Expedited Delivery
Guaranteed within four weeks.
+ $150
Available as an add-on at checkout. Standard delivery is included and guaranteed within six weeks.
Why a Professional Review Matters
Publishing makes your book available. Reviews can help make it discoverable.
An independent editorial review gives your book added credibility and provides a useful perspective for the people who discover, recommend, purchase, and read books.
Build trust
An independent editorial assessment gives librarians, booksellers, educators, and readers another perspective on your book.
Strengthen your marketing
An approved review can provide credible, shareable content for your website, social media, press materials, and other book marketing.
Understand your audience
Reader & Market Readiness Ratings and constructive editorial feedback give you a clearer perspective on how your book may connect with its potential audience.
We're excited to be part of your book's journey and look forward to helping your book find its readers.
IngramSpark preferred pricing is available exclusively to eligible IngramSpark authors and cannot be combined with other promotions.