Thank you for your interest in having me review your book! I’m always excited to discover new stories and share my thoughts with fellow book lovers. Below, you’ll find the details of my review process, the genres I read, and how to submit a request.

What I Review

• Mysteries & Thrillers
• Horror
• Contemporary Fiction
• Romance (not too spicy)
• Literary & Historical Fiction
• Nonfiction (memoirs, history, social issues)
• Fantasy & Paranormal (witches, vampires, magical realism)

I do not typically review:

• Poetry
• Hardcore erotica
• Religious fiction

If your book falls outside my usual genres, feel free to reach out… I may still be interested!

How I Review

• Honest & Fair: I provide my genuine thoughts while respecting the author’s work.
• Star Ratings: My reviews are rated on a 5-star scale and include both strengths & critiques.
• Detailed (but Spoiler-Free): I aim to share insights without giving away key plot points.
• Where I Share Reviews: My blog, Goodreads, and occasionally Instagram and TikTok.

Review Timeline

I try to review books in a timely manner, but as a mood reader, I do not guarantee a specific turnaround time. If a book is for an upcoming release, please let me know the preferred timeframe, and I’ll do my best to accommodate.

ARCs & Formats Accepted

• E-books (EPUB, PDF, Kindle-compatible formats)
• Audiobooks

At this time, I am not accepting physical copies due to vision impairment. Thank you for your understanding!

I accept review copies from authors, publishers, and PR companies, but will always disclose if a book was received for review.

How to Request a Review

Please email me at lesliesbookishlife@gmail.com with:

• Book Title & Author
• Synopsis & Genre
• Release Date (if applicable)
• Preferred Format (digital or audio)
• Any deadlines or promo requests

I cannot guarantee acceptance of all requests, but I appreciate every inquiry.

Other Collaborations

Aside from reviews, I’m also open to:

• Author Interviews and/or Q&As
• Blog Tours & Cover Reveals
• Giveaways & Bookish Collabs

Feel free to reach out if you have a collaboration idea.

Thank you for considering me as a reviewer! I look forward to discovering great new reads.