Review Policy

What my readers should know:
I receive books from publishers to consider for an honest review on Books, the Universe, & Everything. I do not receive compensation for my review, other than the provided book, and my review is in no way influenced by receiving a book for free. If a book I’m reviewing has been given to me by a publisher, I will include a note stating that in the review. Otherwise, I’ve paid for (or checked out from the library, or found on the street, or been given as a gift, or stolen from my parent’s house, etc.) the book myself.

What Publishers should know:
I usually seek out the books I’m interested in considering for review, but will also consider requests/pitches from publishers. My acceptance of a book for review consideration does not guarantee when or if I will read and review it, but I will carefully consider all requests and books.

I accept print, e-books, and audiobooks (non-fiction is preferred for audiobooks) and prefer the following genres:

  • Adult Fiction:
    • Contemporary
    • Short Story Collections
    • Historical Fiction
  • Non-fiction:
    • Memoirs / Biographies
    • Essay collections
    • Social Issues
    • History
    • Mindfulness / Meditation / Buddhism
    • Psychology / Self Improvement

Publishers looking to familiarize themselves with the types of books I review can browse my past Book Reviews & Monthly Reading Recap posts. To send a review request, please email emwilson at gmail dot com. Thank you!

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