STRAIGHT-TALKING REVIEWS.
No sugarcoating, no agendas, just the truth about what’s worth reading in the indie and self-published world.
No sugarcoating, no agendas, just the truth about what’s worth reading in the indie and self-published world.
OUR LATEST READS — UPDATED REGULARLY
I believe every book deserves an honest review — not a participation trophy.
I read across genres and subjects without apology: a dark fantasy one week, a memoir about grief the next, a deep-dive into true crime or economic history after that. If a book is good, I’ll say so. If it isn’t, I’ll say that too. That’s the deal.
I built Book Hawk Reviews because the indie and self-published world is full of remarkable books that never get reviewed — and full of mediocre ones that get nothing but five-star praise. Authors deserve better than that, and readers definitely do. Honest criticism isn’t cruel. It’s the most respectful thing a reviewer can offer.
Based in Austin, Texas
Values: Craft, honesty, and making people think.
HOW SUBMISSIONS WORK AND WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Book Hawk Reviews covers indie and self-published books across all genres and subjects, including genre fiction, narrative non-fiction, true crime, and genre-blending work. We do not review academic texts, technical manuals, poetry collections, or fan fiction.
Use the contact form below. Include your book’s title, genre, word count, and a synopsis of no more than 200 words. Mention any content warnings. Do not attach files unless we have explicitly asked for them.
We respond to all submissions within 2–3 business days. Accepted books are reviewed within 7–12 business days. Longer or more complex works may take slightly longer, and we’ll let you know upfront.
We are committed to honest, detailed reviewing. Every review reflects our honest editorial opinion. We offer both open submissions and an editorial review service for authors seeking guaranteed placement and faster turnaround. Not every review will be glowing. Published reviews represent our honest editorial assessment.
Whether you’re an author looking for an honest review, a reader who’s just finished something brilliant, or a fellow blogger interested in collaboration — I want to hear from you.
I read every message personally and I’ll always get back to you.