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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I received a more-or-less positive review from a reviewer who for some reason reviewed the book for how appropriate it would be for a young reader audience. ....It isn't. It fell into the Climate-Fict... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Kirkus review writer did a wonderful job. S/he studied the book careful and with impressive precision -- then captured the aims and core arguments of the book in just a few compelling words. Th... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

In the past few months I’ve sent multiple letters to each of seven Kirkus representatives, without a single reply. Kirkus chose a reviewer who feels sonnets are 'outdated' to review my book of... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been very happy with the review for my novella The Ghost Trio which has been helpful in engaging readers. Additionally, Kirkus offered options for advertising the book in their regular magazine... See more

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Founded in 1933, Kirkus has been a trusted voice in book discovery for almost 80 years. Kirkus Reviews gives industry professionals a sneak peek at the most notable books being published weeks before they’re released. Kirkus also has a full suite of author services, including Kirkus Indie, a review service for self-publishers, Kirkus Editorial, book editing services for unpublished and self-published authors, and Kirkus Marketing, services that help authors get discovered by consumers as well as industry influencers, such as publishers, agents, and film executives.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

My experience with kirkus was…A Professional but Pricey Experience with Kirkus Reviews”

My experience with Kirkus Reviews was generally positive. The platform is well-known and provides professional, structured reviews that can add credibility to an author’s work. The review itself was detailed and written in a polished, editorial style, which reflects the brand’s long-standing reputation in the publishing industry.

However, the service is quite expensive, especially for new or self-published authors who may already be working with limited budgets. Additionally, the review tone felt more critical than balanced in some areas, with limited actionable feedback for improvement. Offering clearer guidance or optional feedback sections could make the service more helpful.

January 15, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Knowledge

"I recently stumbled upon this website and I'm thoroughly impressed! The collection of books is amazing and the knowledge I've gained so far is incredible. Reading books has always been my favorite way to unwind and relax, and this website has made it even more accessible. The user interface is also very user-friendly. Kudos to the team for creating such a wonderful platform! 😊"

February 22, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Honest reply by a new member

As a new member to know about this company. According to me this is the best platform for students or for persons like who like and love to read the books and review the books they red. you pay to real ones that are suitable for this platform. and if i talk about your publication i can say it is most respected and long lasting book review publication. As a beginner like now i am i cannot tell lie that i know all about your publication but i know to certain amount about your publications hoe you work etc. i have searched about your publication. thankyou.

January 2, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very Disappointing Getting an AI Review…

Very Disappointing Getting an AI Review :(
As an indie author, I paid to have my book reviewed by Kirkus, not necessarily expecting glowing praise, but certainly hoping for a thoughtful critique. I waited the 9 weeks it took and today received my review which I can say with about 97% certainty... was written by AI. I'm a little heartbroken. I put my faith in a very trusted company to give me an unbiased review from a reader in my genre.
The first line of my review? "A collection of short stories about people and rain." There are several other AI indicators throughout the review (I work with AI, so see them often). I'm quite upset, my $600 CDN bought me something I could have gotten in 10 seconds from ChatGPT for free. Actually, the chatgpt review was more insightful.

January 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Shot in the dark

When I first purchased a review of my book from Kirkus, I was a little bit sceptical. On receiving the review, however, I was pleasantly surprised. Whovever reviewed my work obviously took great care and consideration fulfilling their task. As the writer, I knew instantly they had read the entire book and not simply flitted through. A good experience!

December 2, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Feedback

It is really good. It gives correct reviews either positive or criticizing. It increases the credibility of books.

January 1, 2026
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