But please keep in mind… I do have a life other than blogging and reviewing. My family ALWAYS comes first. Please be patient with the turn-around time of a book review, although I will always try my utmost best to publish the review as soon as I can.
If you want to submit a request for book reviewing, please email me at [email protected] Positive vs. Negative Reviews A plethora of talented and experienced authors flood our bookstores demonstrating their remarkable skills of writing craft. Worlds that are built. Characters that we fall in love with or choose to hate. Magical creatures and beasts roam the paths of our minds. A few words can make or break you. To my own discretion I will choose which books I review and which I feel is better suited for a different reviewer. I always strive to give constructive criticism. I’m open-minded and therefor can weave out the greater meaning of what was meant to be said.
If I love your book or really enjoy the read, you will receive a positive review from me rated according to stars which will be explained below. If I struggle with your book and simply don’t feel it’s something I would want to continue reading, I will still rate your book, but with constructive feedback.
I don’t give negative reviews, I’d rather try to give you my opinion/review or advice what I felt was wrong with your book, but never do I trash or thrash the work of authors in any way.
With all this said, I can’t stress enough…please make sure your ARC has been professionally edited. Do not submit work which is ‘work-in-progress’. You can request a submission for book review on your final product which you will send out to your publisher or books that are wanting more marketing etc. It really affects the overall rating and opinion of the reviewer when a book has not been edited in a professional manner.
Sci-Fi and Fantasy (magic, fantasy, dystopian etc.)
Young Adult fiction (all)
Books I don’t review
Erotica
Academic
History
Horror
Where will your review be posted? The following platforms will be used:
My Carnelian Space blog (here)
Amazon
Instagram
Facebook
Goodreads
Loot.co.za (South African platform) – If your book is available to purchase from them.
Kobo
Barnes & Noble
Good vs. Not so Good rating
How to submit your book for review I accept free books for honest reviews. I prefer a physical copy. You can email me for postage details. The reason why I prefer a physical copy is due to the overall feeling and look of the end product in my hands. I form an opinion from the feel and look of the physical front cover, overall sensation of the pages and easiness to read. With E-book ARC’s, I feel it takes away so much magic of the story in hand.
If you want to submit a request for book reviewing, please email me at [email protected]
Disclaimer I review books that I’ve purchased myself or from Authors and/or Publishers. My book case is growing and I’m LOVING it! I always give honest reviews or opinions with regards to books I come by. If I receive an ARC (Advance Reader’s Copy), I will state this within the review and provide release date details. This is my blog. I will review books which I love, but always keep an open mind to books I’m not that fond of. As I’ve mentioned above, I don’t provide negative reviews. Instead I provide constructive criticism which you as the author need to absorb, let it sink in and continue honing your skill. We NEVER stop learning. We can only strive to be a better version of ourselves and perfect our talents.