Book Ratings & Review Policy

I rate books between 1 and 5 stars.

1 out of 5

 I didn’t really care for this book, but I did finish it.

2 out of 5

The book was okay, but below average.

3 out of 5

I liked the book.  It was a fun read, and I recommend it.

4 out of 5

I especially liked the book.  It’s something special.

5 out of 5

I loved the book!  Five star ratinigs are reserved for those books that found a special place in my heart

Review Policy

Thanks for taking the time to look at my review policy.

I am accepting books for review.  Although I prefer a physical copy of a book, I can accept e-books formatted for a Kindle.  I’m not currently accepting self-published books.

So what can you expect from me?

My reviews are more based on how I actually felt about the book, and very little to do with literary criticism.  Please take a look through some of my reviews, so you can get a feel for how I write reviews.

Although I read books from all age groups, I am primarily interested in YA and middle-grade novels for this blog.

My preferred genres are fantasy, paranormal, contemporary, urban fantasy, historical fiction and romance.  I really do not care for science fiction or dystopian novels.

You can expect an honest review.  That sometimes might mean a negative review.  Most of the books I review receive a 3 – 4 star review.  Please take a look at my book rating system for more information.  I reserve four and five stars for those special books that really found places in my heart.

Although I may accept your book for review, I may not review your book.  If I am not connecting with a book, I usually do not finish it.  And I do not want to review a book that I have not finished.

I do not accept money for a review.

Although I may not be able to accept your request, please know that I appreciate you thinking of my blog.

If you are interested in sending me a book for review you can email me at quinnsbooknook(at)gmail(dot)com