Welcome Authors!

The Book Review Registry for 2025 is Closed.

---

What is a Book Review?

A book review is a form of literary criticism in which we analyze a book based on content, style, and merit. The review may be a primary source, opinion piece, summary review, or scholarly review. A book review’s length may vary from a single paragraph to a substantial essay, but can also be as short as a single sentence.

Book reviews help encourage readers to purchase a book, act as social proof, and increase the book’s visibility.

About Yecheilyah’s Reviews

Yecheilyah’s Book Reviews is a reputable review service that features writers worldwide, both traditionally and self-published. We are listed on Kindlepreneur as a top-tier book review blog and on Reedsy as one of their vetted active book blogs that provide insightful, excellent book reviews.

We read your book and write a thorough, honest book review that is published to over 3,300 blog subscribers on a scale of 3-5. If your book is on Amazon, we include the link and recommend it to our readers. Your review will also be listed in our online directory.

“It’s not just because she reviewed my novelette, All Good Stories, and gave it 5 stars, I’m writing about her because she gives great (and helpful) reviews. In a market, so full, it’s hard to choose what to read, isn’t it? We really need reviews these days that go beyond the minimalistic, “I liked it,” to know what we’re investing our money in. Because money doesn’t grow on trees. Neither do books anymore, for that matter.”

– Linda G. Hill, Author, All Good Stories.

“Yecheilyah did an amazing job reviewing my self-published book. She was extremely thorough and brought forth all the important elements of the story. I would highly recommend her services to anyone in need of a book review.”

– John K. McLaughlin, Author, Lifeline to a Soul

“Let’s be honest with each other! Your reviews are worth waiting for.”

-Terry Lister, Author, Immersed in West Africa

How to Apply for Review

1). Email the First Chapter of Your Book.

Please send your chapter to yecheilyah@yecheilyahysrayl.com.

• Only submit the first chapter of your book. Two chapters are accepted only if the first chapter is super short.
• Do not attach your full manuscript to the email
• You may include a book cover, description, or book trailer if you like
• Do not include a long list of book awards and accolades.

While these are great, they do not determine if a book is interesting enough for us to read, which can only be determined based on the content of the book itself, not the applause it received.

2). Approval

Please allow at least 3-5 business* days for your approval status.

*You will only hear back from us when the registry is open.

3). Pay the Reader’s Fee

If approved, please click on the link below and pay the $25 fee.

https://www.yecheilyahysrayl.com/services/blog-book-review-readers-fee

NEW: In 2026, books that are longer than 300 pages will now incur an extra $5 fee, bringing the total reader’s fee up to $30 for longer books.

*The reader’s fee does not guarantee a positive review, nor is it payment for an Amazon review, which is against Amazon’s terms of service.

4). Send/Gift Us a Copy of Your Book

• Gift an e-copy of your book to: yecheilyah@yecheilyahysrayl.com.
• Please gift it through Amazon or your platform of choice for a smooth transition.
• We accept PDF files
• We do not accept Word Documents.

*If your book is on Kindle Unlimited, please mention this in your email. If accepted, we will borrow your book for KU.

*Due to time constraints, we no longer accept paperback copies through the mail.

*We do not accept unsolicited requests for reviews. Do not email a digital copy of your book if we have not already corresponded through email using the steps mentioned above.

Rating System

We rate on a scale of 3-5 on this blog.

*We no longer review children’s books.*

Fiction Books

• Plot Movement / Strength
• Entertainment Factor
• Characterization
• Authenticity / Believable
• Thought Provoking

Poetry

---

Five Stars – Amazing, Outstanding

This book was hard to put down and is highly recommended. It was well-written and included fully developed, relatable, and realistic characters, masterful use of language, an engaging plot, and a satisfying ending.

Four Stars – Very Good

This book is delightful and well worth the read. Great story with only minor weaknesses. The author did a wonderful job.

Three Stars – Nice

This book was lovely. The plot was enjoyable, with likable characters. The writing and storytelling were overall sound. Though the book’s aspects could be improved, the story is enjoyable.

---

Favorite Genres to Read:

• Black History
• Fiction: Literary, Historical, Psychological, General
• Memoirs
• Self-Help
• Motivational / Inspirational
• Poetry

Turn Around Time

The turnaround time varies based on the length of your book and how many people are in the queue.

To best calculate a turnaround time, be sure to check out the books in the queue to see how many people are in front of you!

When reviewed by us, you and your book are listed in our online directory!

---

Registration For 2025 is Closed.

To Be Added to the Waitlist for 2026, please email the first chapter of your book to the email under number 1 with “Book Review Waitlist” in the subject line. While this does not guarantee a review, it places your book at the top of the list for consideration in the new year.