Friday, January 22, 2010

Review Policy



Reading lists are now closed through June for new review requests.


I will reopen review requests at the end of June.

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About the reviewer: 
I devour books. Of all types really. If I had to choose a favorite, it would definitely be Science Fiction or Fantasy. Both of those have been my go-to escape genres for as long as I can remember! Lately though I've branched out into reading Contemporary fiction, Memoirs, and even the occasional Romance novel. Graphic Novels have my deepest love, and I will happily accept them for review.

I am also ecstatic to be offered Middle Grade or Children's books for review! I work with a class of kindergartners, but am also part of a much larger group that teaches an after school program at the elementary level. All books I receive in these categories are shared with the kids. I love having them help me review them.

I generally do not accept review requests for Non-Fiction unless it is a Memoir, and even then I am very selective about what I accept.

When contacting me for a book review:
I always appreciate a sample chapter or an easily accessible synopsis to read over. I also love getting to hear your story behind your book!

If you believe that I am right to review your book, please contact me by clicking the envelope icon to the left of this page, or by navigating to the "Contact Me" section in the navigation bar.


Review Deadlines:
I am the only reviewer here at Hopelessly Devoted Bibliophile. I do currently have a ghost reader who sometimes assists me with ebook review requests. She's wonderful. However I am the sole person who actually writes reviews. This means my reading list books rather quickly.

When emailing me if you can give me an idea of what timeline you are looking at, I'll be happy to try to oblige! Blog tours take preference over just reviews, but I also make time to fit everything in as best I can.

If you find I've had your book for longer than a month and haven't reviewed it yet, please feel free to follow up with me. I'm only human and, despite my insanely organized system, I sometimes loose track of reviews.


Formats Accepted for Review:
* ARCs
* Finished Copies
* Galleys
* eBooks (.EPUB preferred for my Nook!)
* .PDF files
* Audio Books (.MP3 or physical CDs preferred)


Interviews, Guest Posts, Blog Tours and Giveaways:
I know that these are the meat and potatoes of the publishing world, and also the easiest way to spread the word about books. Therefore, I am always more than happy to take part in any promotions that you might like to host on my blog.

For Interviews, please let me know if you'd like me to read your book before writing questions or if you'd just like generic ones.

For Guest Posts, I always love to give you the option of writing whatever you please. However if you are in need of a topic let me know! I am quite good at coming up with them.

For Giveaways, please send the terms for the giveaway in your initial email. Where are you willing to mail the prize? How long would you like it to run? Are there any specific items you'd like entrants to complete as a means of entering?

As I mentioned above, Blog Tours take precedence in my schedule. If you would like me to join a blog tour, please provide information about what dates are available. I'll always make room in my schedule.


Thank you!
Jessica


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