Welcome Authors!
The Book Review Registry for Fall 2026 is OPEN.
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. You may send two chapters if your first 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 whether a book is interesting enough for us to read; that can only be determined by the book’s content, not the applause it received.
2) Approval
Please allow 3-5 business days for your approval status to be updated.
*You will only hear back from us when the registry is open and if we approve your book for review.
3) Pay the Reader’s Fee
If approved, you will be required to pay the reader’s fee at the link below anytime before we start on your book.
CLICK HERE TO PAY THE FEE
*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) 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 correspondence. If accepted, we will borrow your book from KU.
*Due to timing restrictions, 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
- Structure and Form
- Authenticity /Authentic Voice
- Creativity/Lyrical Content
- Thought Provoking
Non-Fiction Books
- Strong Introduction
- Authenticity / Believable
- Organization
- Thought Provoking
- Solid Conclusion
Five Stars – Amazing, Outstanding
Score Meaning: 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
Score Meaning: This book is delightful and well worth the read. Great story with only minor weaknesses. The author did a wonderful job.
Three Stars – Nice
Score Meaning: This book was lovely. The plot was enjoyable, with likable characters. The writing and storytelling were overall sound. Although aspects of the book 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 your book’s length and the number of people in the queue.
To best estimate turnaround time, check the books in the queue to see how many people are ahead of you!
After reviewing, we list you and your book in our online directory!
Registration for Fall 2026 is OPEN.
Next in Queue:
- Distorted is the View, by Khaya Ronkainen
- The Salt From their Tears by Andre Simmons
- Fighting the Tide by Robert Bordas
- MIRIAM La Colombe Blanche by Wendy Waters
*Books are read in the order in which payment is received.
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