Debra Gaynor
Readers' Favorite was founded by Debra Gaynor to provide readers and authors with a resource for free quality reviews and to offer authors the opportunity to obtain more recognition and exposure through a respected annual book award contest.
Debra's love for reading started while working as a librarian in universities and public school systems. She then spent several years as a reading coach for children and quickly realized what a dramatic difference the right book made.
A good book not only educated children, but made them want to pick up another. This applies to adults as well. The more good books we read, the more good books we want to read.
In 2002 Debra started reviewing for online companies to help authors with meaningful reviews and to help readers pick books that would foster their love of reading. In 2005 she began reviewing full time and started her own online review company, which was later transformed into Readers' Favorite; a comprehensive and easy-to-use hub for authors and readers. Over the years she has earned the respect of such industry giants as Random House, Penguin, and Harper Collins, as well as the gratitude of thousands of authors. She has also been a judge for several book award contests and has a weekly book review column in her local newspaper.
"I hope you enjoy our site, and best of luck to all the authors in our Award Contest!"
Meet some of our 300+ Volunteer Reviewers!
We are growing by leaps and bounds and need all the qualified reviewers we can get. Although this is a volunteer position, you will be compensated with lots of great free books to read, increasing notoriety and experience as a book reviewer and the knowledge that you are helping authors and readers.
If you
would like to learn more about becoming a Readers' Favorite Reviewer, please visit our Reviewer Application page.
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Abigail Billings
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Adam Tilsley
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Alana Munro
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Alexander Rigby
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Alexandra Leifschutz
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Alice DiNizo
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Alice Recker
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Allen Alipen
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Alysha Allen
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Amanda Fischer
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Amanda Garner
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Amanda Stephan
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Amber Ryan
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Anastacia Hawkins
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Andy Stricklen
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Angela Hilario
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Ankita Sonawane
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Anna del C. Dye
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Annamaria Farbizio
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Anne Nichols
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Becky Bilby
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Benjamin Long
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Bernadette Ventrillo
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Beth Zuschlag
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Bil Howard
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Bob MacKenzie
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Bobbie Grob
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Brenda Ballard
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Brenda Casto
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Brenda Young
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Brian Flanagan
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Brittany Ashcroft
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Brittany Popec
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Camille Buffenmeyer
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Carly Kendall
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Carol Paniccia
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Carol Reiley
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Carol Thompson
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Carole Crosby
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Cate Cavanagh
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Charity Lyman
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Charles Franklin
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Christine DeLucry
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Christine Nguyen
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Christine Timpe
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Christopher Dagg
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Christy Janes
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Clare Kitt
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Connie Kulik
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Cynthia Nitzken
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Danielle Galvin
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Danita Dyess
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Darin Godby
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David Franklyn
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David Schilling
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Dawn Lidwell
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Dean Carroll
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Debra Martin
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Deepak Menon
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Denise Stern
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Dennis De Rose
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Diana Rusu
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Diana Shepherd
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Diana Taylor
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Diane Alder
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Diane Sewell
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Dianna Skowera
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Dianne Bylo
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Dianne Carter
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Dominique Campbell
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Donna Mathews
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Donna Wharton
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Dr. Karen Hutchins Pirnot
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Dr. Oliva Dsouza
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Dr. Robert Rose
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Elise Connors
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Eliza Locke
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Ellen Hogan
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Erin Liles
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Erin Shepherd
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Esther Talley
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Eunice Alcala
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F. Kenneth Taylor
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Faith Farrell
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Fiona Ingram
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Gail Famous
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Gail Wickman
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Genice Milliner
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George L. Duncan
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George McVey
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Geri Rusk
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Gigi Murfitt
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Gloria Antypowich
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Greg Smith
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Harris Schiff
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Hayley Kolb
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Ian Ink
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Ian Miller
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Ioana Marza
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Ivy Guerrero
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J'son M. Lee
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J. R. Simons
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Jack Magnus
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Jack Quick
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Jackie O'Neal
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Jackie Paulson
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Jacqueline Ruiz
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Jade Foley
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Jamie McCune
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Jane Allen Petrick
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Jane Squires
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Janel Hall
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Janet Green
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Janet Kay Jensen
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Jean Brickell
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Jean Hall
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Jed Power
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Jenna Atkinson
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Jennifer Reinoehl
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Jennifer Shipon
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Jessi Salvage
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Jessica Porter
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Jill Buck
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Jill Quiring
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Joana James
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John Davies
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John Wright
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Johnny Masiulewicz
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Jolene A.
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Jorene Kay
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Jorja Davis
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Jourdan Lewis
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Joy Hannabass
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Joyce Chung
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Joyce Williams
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JP Bary
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Juli Williamson
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Julie Johnson
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Julie-Anne Braun
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Kady Garrett
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Kait Culbertson
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Kakuli Nag
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Karl Cofield
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Kate Bell
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Katelyn Hensel
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Katherine Tyler
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Kathleen Butler
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Kathryn Bennett
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Kathy Sherman
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Katie McCudy
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Kayci Webster
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Kelly Atwood
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Kelly Santana
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Khim Teoh
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Khriza Sawyer
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Kim Anisi
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Kim Chaffins
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Kimberly Dana
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Kimberly Dwyer
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Krista Bagley
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Kristie Ingerto
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Kristin L.
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Kristy Sager
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Krystal Larson
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Krystine Kercher
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Krystyna Quimpo
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Laura Berry
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Laura Carter
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Laura J. Davis
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Laura J. Reynolds
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Laura Nielson
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Laurel Bartlett
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Lauren Lichliter
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Laurie Gray
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Leah Gonzalez
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Lee Ashford
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Leila Banks
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Lela Buchanan
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Letty Seidl
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Lia Simitsiadou
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Lila Davis
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Linda Harlan
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Linda W.
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Lisa McCombs
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Lisa Metlak
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Lisa Miller
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Lisa Ryan
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Lit Amri
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Lorena Sanqui
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Lori Moore
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Lorraine Carey
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Lucas Howard
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Lucianne Carino Bernal
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Lynn Fowlston
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Mackenzie Dohoney
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Mamta Madhavan
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Maria Beltran
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Marian Krueger
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Marianne Barkman
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Marie Sioco
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Marilyn Ayer
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Marius Viktor Aragon
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Martina Svyantek
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Mary DeKok Blowers
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Maureen Timerman
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Megan Tkacik
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Melinda Hills
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Melissa Russell
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Melody Bussey
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Michelle Robertson
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Mina Rivera
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Mindy Detweiler
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Molly Edwards
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Natasha Jackson
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Nicky Owle
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Nicola Davies
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Nicole Lofton
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Nicolle Williams
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Noor Johal
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Noriah Ismail
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Paige Cerulli
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Patrice Brooks
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Patricia Allsopp
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Patricia Althoff
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Patricia Day
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Patricia Peterson
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Patty DeDominic
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Paul F. Johnson
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Paula Johnson
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Paula Phillips
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Pauline Reynolds
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Pete Loveday
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Rabia Tanveer
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Ray Simmons
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Rebecca Grant
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Rebecca McLeod
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Renata F. Barcelos
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Retha Groenewald
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Rhonda Fischer
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Rich Follett
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Rita Kaye Vetsch
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Robin Clark
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Robin McCoy-Ramirez
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Ronna Pennington
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Ryan Morris
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Simone Lilly-Egerter
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Stacy Jackson
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Stephanie S.
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Steve Gaynor
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Hello, my name is Abby and I'm a stay at home mom of 2 rescue dogs where I own and operate a Daycare. I have always loved reading and have been reviewing for quite a while.
I am a "Jack of all trades" when it comes to my book reviews. I have reviewed books from children's yoga to travel biographies. As a mom, my interests cover a wide array of topics, and I enjoy reading and reviewing on those topics to help authors and readers alike. You can read more about me on my website or Facebook page. |
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Hello, my name is Adam and I have a Bachelor's Degree in International Affairs. During my college years, I worked as a radio personality and hosted a music show and a sports talk show.
In my spare time, I enjoy outdoor activities and learning about new things.
As a result I enjoy reading a wide variety of genres and have loved reading great books since I was a child. |
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Hello, my name is Alana. I'm a mummy to three kids and one puppy and I spend a lot of time in my local library trying to source interesting books. I am an author and I fully believe authors should support other authors, which is why I take my job as a reviewer very seriously.
Good, honest and fair reviews are vital.
I enjoy many genres and have many favorite authors, one of which is Kate Figes (pictured left). You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Alexander Rigby has been writing since the age of nine. These written works have ranged from stories about witches and warlocks, to magical trees, sagas set in outer space, adventures of freshmen in high school, and a tale of two gay best friends struggling with life in the city. When he was young, his parents used to punish him by taking away his books, as they were the things he loved the most.
Now, as a recent graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, Alexander has finished writing his first novel "The Second Chances of Priam Wood."
Alexander enjoys book reviewing because the process helps him improve as an author, while at the same time he is able to help other authors and their readers. You can learn more about him at his website. |
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My name is Alexandra Leifschutz and I love to read both fiction and non-fiction books. Historical novels are one favorite, biography another. Professionally I am the Director of Fitness for a vegan spa on the beach in south Florida. I have been teaching for many years and feel that I am a "born" teacher with the love of sharing my passion for my subject matter.
Teachers edify, criticize constructively and truthfully, and the same can be said about reviewers. |
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Alice DiNizo grew up in rural Vermont but has lived in New Jersey for over forty years. She loves her family, her pets and all animals, gardening, antiques, and books.
She has been a children's librarian for most of her life and has always had a passion for reading. As a new author herself, she is excited to be able to help other authors with quality reviews of their work. |
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Alice Recker is a former teacher of early primary grades and now writes articles and stories for children and adults. When not writing, she is reading and traveling.
She enjoys many genres and authors, with Agatha Christie (pictured left) as her all-time favorite. |
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I am Allen Alipen, 22 and a registered nurse. I Love reading books and writing. I also love to share my opinions with others regarding books that I have read. I was a former editor of our college paper as well as my high school publication. I believe that it is through writing that we can share more of ourselves with others.
As an aspiring writer, and someone who reads reviews before purchasing a new book, I know the value of quality reviews and will do my best to provide them to the authors who entrust me with their work. |
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The name's Alysha. I am currently a university student, on my third year. I have been reviewing for Goodreads' First Reads program since 2011 as an enthusiastic advance reader for soon to be or recently published books.
I am expecting this distinct opportunity to prepare me for further advancement within the literary profession. Furthermore, I am anticipating that this experience should advance my abilities as a keen reviewer, connoisseur and reader of books. For these reasons I am excited to be reviewing for Readers Favorite. |
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My name is Amanda and I am currently an English major, in my sophomore year of college. My dream career is to be an Acquisitions Editor and fiction author. My favorite genres are dystopian and paranormal romance, but I'll give anything with good character development a chance. My favorite series right now is the Delirium Series by Lauren Oliver, and the Supernova Saga by CL Parker.
My favorite thing to do is to read books. I also love to read poetry and write my own stories. As an aspiring author myself, I want to learn more about my craft while helping other authors with quality reviews of their work. |
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Hello, My name is Amanda Garner. I am the self published author of "Finding Relief From Grief." I am currently a web freelance writer and a Nashville travel examiner.
I love to read and I love to write so being a reviewer is a wonderful job for me. |
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Amanda Stephan is a Christian-romance-a-holic. If she's not writing her own books, she's reading and promoting another author that she enjoys. You can find her in many different places like blogs, ACFW, John 3:16 Network, various Ning sites, but her favorite place to hide is her new website, BooksByAmanda.
She is the happy author of two Christian romance novels and loves meeting new people and making new friends. She is happy to be able to give back to other authors by providing honest reviews of their work as a Readers Favorite reviewer. |
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Hello, my name is Amber. I am 24 years old and a recent graduate from the Oklahoma State University College of Business. I am passionate about both reading and writing and have been an avid reader my entire life.
I enjoy reading the following genres: romance, dramas, paranormal, women's literature (chick lit!), and many more. I am also a Harry Potter and Twilight fan. |
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My name is Anastacia and I love the written word! I majored in English and Communications in college, but ended up working in banking. Years later, as a new mother, I chose to concentrate on my writing. In 2008 I sold my first story to Shine Brightly Magazine. Since then, I have written stories for a Christian reading program based in CA, Pockets magazine, and an Italian/English parallel text book, Storie Italiane. Currently I am awaiting the publication of my first middle grade chapter book!
In addition to writing, I LOVE to read! I love character driven stories and mostly happy endings. Being a reviewer for Readers Favorite is a wonderful way to discover and help new authors like myself. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Hello, my name is Andy and I am an intense reader with a passion for words. When I was a child my parents were concerned for my well being because I spent so much time buried in books.
Today I use my love of reading and writing to help authors and their readers with fair and honest reviews. |
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My name is Angela Hilario and I have been an avid reader since i was a little kid and grew up with a wild imagination. I also write blogs, articles, songs, poems and short stories. My type of book depends on my mood. I believe that every child should cultivate a love for the power of books.
I enjoy reviewing books because i have passion for reading. It gives me the opportunity to inform people about new authors and their work. I myself rely on feedback from other readers before i start reading a book, and I am honored to be able to do that for others. You can learn more about me on my Facebook page. |
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Hello, my name is Ankita and I am a psychologist by profession. I am also a freelance writer who has been writing for the web for several years. I am an avid reader and love to share my opinions about what I read. |
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Anna del C. Dye was born in the extreme South along its famous beaches. She is the third child and twins with her sister Elena. She loves sewing and cares for the costumes of four different plays.
Anna has received the Editor's Choice Award for her article "A New American Mother," which was published by Desert Saints Magazine. Her award-winning short story "Amerine-Fairy Princess" was published by Kalkion Magazine. Other articles about family and relationships have been published in the MOMS CLUB(R) of Salt Lake Valley-West.
Anna has found reviews critical to the success of her books, and is excited to help other authors by volunteering her time as a Readers Favorite reviewer. You can learn more about her on her website.
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My name is Annamaria and I've been in the publishing field for over 15 years. I'm a best-selling children's author and have written six books for children which have sold over 50,000 copies.
I am passionate about children's books and enjoy reviewing them for authors and their readers. I am also the CEO of Moving Storybooks, LLC. |
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Hi, my name is Anne Nichols. I have been reading all my life and love many forms of literature. I'm the co-editor of the monthly community newsletter for Burton in Cumbria. I write and proofread for websites, books, blogs & magazines, as well as being a canalware painter and creative artist. I also enjoy listening to audio books.
Being a reviewer allows me to indulge my love of reading while also providing necessary reviews for authors and their readers. |
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Hi, my name is Becky Bilby. I am a mom of 5 children, have worked the past 10 years as a children’s librarian and worked as an elementary teacher before that. Currently I homeschool my 5 kids and read in my “free” time! I also love to dabble in photography and digital scrapbooking.
I have always LOVED reading – it began when I started reading Reader's Digest at the age of 4 and I've never grown out of it!! You can learn more about me on my blogs, And Jada Makes 7 and In The Pages. |
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My name is Benjamin Long. I am an artist and a decorated former US Marine. I have a BA in Business Administration,a BS in Computer Programming and a graduate degree in psychology. I am an author that writes novels on the topic of racial and political dystopia as well as Supernatural and Occult themes.
I am excited to be a Readers Favorite reviewer for books that pertain to fine arts, religious and racial dystopa, horror/Supernatural themes, as well as Pagan religious works so that authors that publish in these categories will have a review from someone that routinely works and speaks on their genres. You can learn more about me on Facebook. |
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Hi- My name is Bernadette, although my friends call me Bernie. I have loved reading as far back as I can remember.
I read every day, even while I am drying my hair in the morning!
I am married to James, who also works for Readers Favorite. I have been writing reviews on books that I have read for school for years and am excited to be able to do it to help authors just like my husband. |
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Hi, I am Beth Zuschlag and more hours of my childhood were spent reading books than I care to admit. I was the kid who read into the wee hours of the night by the light shining in from the hallway. This interest eventually led me into becoming a reading and language arts teacher.
I recently left the teaching profession after our family moved from the Chicago area to Idaho, am am extremely excited to have the opportunity to read, read, read and read some more - as well as share my enthusiasm for books with other readers. |
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Hello, my name is Bill. I am a fiction writer with a Masters degree in English. I have ghost written five novels and have a published novel with my own name in the by line. I am currently writing two more novels of my own. My writing is typically action/adventure, romance, fantasy or a mixture.
My reading preferences have typically been from western, romance, fantasy, adventure, techno-thriller and literary genres. I am very honest with my criticisms and people trust my opinion. |
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Canadian arts-journalist Bob MacKenzie has for four decades published reviews and commentary in print and broadcast media as well as on the internet, including regional and national CBC radio, national magazines, newspapers, and the international journal Blogcritics.
A practicing arts-journalist and literary writer, Bob has several websites of his own, including A Canadian Poet and the reviews blog Bob MacKenzie's Reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Bobbie. I have been an avid reader for as long as I can remember; the library is still my favorite place to be! I spend all my free time reading and enjoying giving back to authors with honest reviews of their books. |
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Brenda Ballard is a wife, a mother and a confidante. She resides near the mountain town of Granite Falls, Washington, a place that has been enjoyed by her family for generations for its beauty, outdoor recreation and rich history.
She enjoys traveling, cooking, spending time with loved ones and participating in outdoor activities...nothing refreshes her soul like a good adventure. She is a lifelong reader and writer, and is excited to put these passions to use as a reviewer. |
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Hi my name is Brenda Casto and I live in a quaint little town in WV. I have been married for 24 yrs and have one son. I work full time in Home Health, which I have been doing for 23 years. In my spare time I love to read, cross stitch, garden, crochet for charity and spend time with my pets.
I have been reading most of my life. I love reading all genres from horror to Christian romance. Some of my favorite authors are Beverly Lewis, Bentley Little and Chad Arthur. I try to consistently read at least 100 books per year. I post reviews of some of the books that I read on my blog. |
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My name is Brenda P. Young and I have always been an avid reader. I don't watch much TV as I prefer to read. I am a military spouse currently stationed in GA and will retire in Colorado Springs at the end of the year.
I do a lot of editing at work and am excited to be able to put my reading and editing experience to work for the benefit of authors by reviewing for Readers Favorite. |
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Hello, my name is Brian. I'm a workaholic journalist/copywriter/editor living in Tampa Bay, Florida. I've written hundreds of reviews in my time as a freelancer, a great many of them record reviews for national publications and the web. |
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Hello, my name is Brittany. I am an avid reader and lifelong bibliophile. I love the art of the written word and as a communications professional who has worked in magazine publishing for various organizations (from lifestyle, defense and non-profit associations), I can appreciate a good story told in a well-written form.
I hope to help others learn about particular books and authors through my reviews as some of my favorite books and authors have been discovered from the recommendations of others. |
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My name is Brittany Popec, and I just recently got married to the love of my life and the father our beautiful baby boy. I love to read and collect books. I am also raising my son to be the same way by starting his very own book collection (along with all of my childhood books).
I want be a reviewer because I would like to be able to share my thoughts about books and be able to help the authors. Since I love to read, why not help somebody in the process. |
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I'm Camille, a 23 year old law student halfway through law school. I have my B.S. in Psychology, and when I am done with law school I plan to go into estate planning, real estate law, trusts, and probate.
Ever since I was little and my mom would read to me at bedtime I have been in love with books. School can be really stressful, so part of how I relax is reading books in my spare time. I enjoy books from every genre: fiction, non-fiction, memoirs, biographies, books about animals, and more. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Carly Kendall and I have been a book lover since I was able to hold a book in my hands. I credit my mom for my love of books. I am married to a wonderful man who understands my passion for reading and supports my efforts.
I have been reviewing books for several publishers including Thomas Nelson, Bethany House, and Revell for almost two years. Reviewing books has been a wonderful way for me to do what I love, and that is to read and support authors and their work. I post my reviews on my blog, Carlybird’s Home.
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Hello, my name is Carol Paniccia. I am 55 years old and have been a voracious reader of fiction and non-fiction my whole life. I have just written a 300 page book myself and I am working with an agent to get it published.
As an author I understand the power of reviews and pride myself on always providing quality, honest reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Carol. I write a quarterly book column. I teach poetry and article writing. I have written and published about everything there is to write, technical manuals, course curriculums, radio scripts, essays, poetry, etc., except fiction. But I am working on that now and expect to finish my 1st novel this year.
I Love mystery and thrillers, also self-help and inspirational works. One of my favorite authors is Nora Roberts (pictured left). |
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My name is Carol Thompson and I am a veteran journalist with writing, editing and proofreading skills. I have won a multitude of awards for investigative reporting, column and humor writing, human interest features and hard news. I am the 2006 recipient of the Selwyn Kershaw Professional Standards Award.
I am an avid reader and love to write. Reviewing satisfies both of these passions while helping other authors in the process. |
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My name is Carole Crosby and I was born in Salisbury, Rhodesia (a hundred years ago, according to my son). My schooling has been in three different countries and I speak quite a few languages. I have, in my time, been a national swimmer, athlete and a provincial squash player. I have two boys: the eldest one is at university in Brisbane, Australia studying Civil Engineering and the youngest has just left school, and is on his way towards a rugby scholarship in Holland.
I am currently a publishing consultant and author. I have an insatiable appetite for books. With the amazing growth of Amazon and on-line retail book-stores, the development of Print on Demand publishing, and the growth of the eBook market, the potential for new authors has never been better and I would like to support this wonderful and inspiring development. |
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My name is Cate Cavanagh and I am a published poet and author ("Gifts of the Spirit and her Godmother," "Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Cat"), syndicated columnist in various magical ezines as well as a print political columnist in New York. I have also been a pod caster and political commentator in print and on an NRP affiliate.
As an avid reader, author and experienced commentator, I find that reviewing allows me to combine my passions and talents to help other authors. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Charity Lyman and I am a 26 year old home-school graduate. I work online doing product reviews, video studies and building websites. I also do ministry volunteer work both local and national.
I have always loved reading and review about a dozen books a month. I prefer family friendly books and enjoy finding new authors and great books! You can read more about me on my blog. |
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Hello, my name is Charles. I am a writer, freelancer, author, marketing assistant for indie & self-published authors, paleo dude and rebel seeking to redefine & transform my time on this planet.
As a blogger and author marketing assistant I know the value of reviews and always provide honest and insightful reviews that are hopefully beneficial to both author and reader. |
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Hello, my name is Christine DeLucry. I am an avid book reader and enjoy many genres of books. I am currently a full time student. I enjoy reviewing books because it puts to good use my two favorite hobbies, reading and writing.
Although I enjoy many different genres and authors, my favorite author is Edgar Allan Poe (pictured left). |
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Hello, my name is Christine and I am PASSIONATE about Travel & Books! I am a voracious reader and have probably read more books than most people. I used to read several books a day. I am an American Expat currently living in the Dominican Republic and have been sailing in the Caribbean for almost 5 years.
I love reading books by new authors and value the trust authors put in me to provide them with honest reviews of their work. |
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Hello, my name is Christine and I am a stay at home mom. I love to read and can get through a 2,000 page book in about 3 days!
Reviewing allows me to help others while enjoying great new books by great new authors! |
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My name is Christopher Dagg and I am a lifetime reader who is more likely to read a book than watch TV. I have a considerable library and now have a new lease on reading with my Kindle. I am a Chemist by training who little by little was consumed by the dark side (IT).
I am excited to have the opportunity to share my opinions about the books I read with their authors and future readers. |
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Christy is an insurance agent by day and a Christian fiction addict by night. Her favorite genre leans toward the historical, but any form of Christian fiction will do. There are currently 1,600+ books in her house, with more arriving almost daily (much to her husband’s chagrin).
When she’s not reading, she’s either working on crafts, watching sports, or singing in her family’s Southern Gospel group. You can learn more about her on her blog and Twitter page. |
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Hello, my name is Clare. I am a Mum of three with a husband and two cats and live in Auckland, New Zealand. I aspire to be a writer and work part-time at my local Community Library.
I'm a member of the Herald Island Writers Group and Herald Island Book Club. I review books for my Library Staff Picks blog, and enjoy discussing the merits of each book I read. |
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My name is Connie Kulik and I have been reading novels all my life. I got my Nook and now reading is even better. I read between 4-5 books a week. I am married and work full time and have a bunch of Yorkies, but always find time for a good novel.
I love contemporary romance, paranormal and light BDSM. There isn't a book I will turn down, but my favorite author is Kristen Ashley (pictured left). I am excited to be able to read new books and help authors at the same time. |
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Hello! My name is Cynthia Nitzken and I am an avid fiction reader who loves reading 'comfortable' books. I read up to 5 books a week and visit our local library weekly. I also teach medical office courses at a community college.
Being a reviewer for Readers Favorite allows me to share my opinions in a positive way with authors and readers alike. |
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Hi, My name is Danielle and I am an Australian student. Reading and writing is my passion, and it is almost impossible to find me without a book in my hand or sitting at a computer writing one. Some of my favorite authors are Richelle Mead (pictured left), C.L Wilson, Robin D. Owens and Patricia Briggs.
I hope to one day get a book published and in the meantime I plan to become a journalist. |
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Hi, my name is Danita Dyess. As a freelancer writer, I have a keen appreciation for the written word. In my leisure, I love to read mystery, self-help and spiritual books. My favorite authors are Robert Ludlum, Anne Rivers Siddons and Sidney Sheldon.
I give books as gifts, as a book can change your life. I want to be a reviewer because I want to make an impact in the lives of others, both readers and authors. |
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My name is Darin Godby. I am 43, married, and live in Kentucky. I am passionate about reading and enjoy learning new things that gifted authors have written about.
I have just started reviewing books this year, but I'm am loving every minute of it! You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is David Franklyn and I am a writer, actor, and musician. I have been in the entertainment industry most of my life. I produced the 1st weekly cable series in the Atlantic Provinces and have produced eight feature films since 1999.
I have critiqued work in all areas of entertainment and enjoy helping my fellow authors with honest evaluations of their work. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Hello! My name is David Schilling and I graduated from Cornell University and have worked in the Financial Services Industry for 12 years, lived in Japan for 8 years, started several businesses and love to read!
Reviewing allows me to give something back to authors who give us all so much. |
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Hello! My name is Dawn Lidwell and I am a stay at home mother of two beautiful children, as well as a freelance article writer, blog writer. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening, and reading. My love for reading blossomed while in high school, after reading The Green Mile, and grew stronger over the years.
Now, I typically finish a 400+ page novel in a week or less! I like being a reviewer simply because I love reading! You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Dean and I detested reading as a young child, not seeing the value in books, fiction or otherwise. It wasn't until I was 9 and received Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets that I realized what I was missing. My taste soon evolved and I was reading John Grisham novels at the age of 13.
A decade and a half has nearly passed and my passion for books has not waned. Sometimes I will go to a book store and buy 4 books, averaging about 500 pages, and read them all that week. I find it hard to put down a book once I start it. It is my secret addiction. |
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Hi, my name is Debra and I've been an avid reader all my life. My favorite genres are fantasy, science fiction and thrillers, but I will read most anything except horror and memoirs. I have the pleasure of writing with a co-author and to-date we have published the first two books in an planned trilogy, "Quest for Nobility" and "The Crystal Facade" and two novelettes in our Dark Future series.
I also maintain a writing blog, Two Ends of the Pen, where I post book reviews as well as author interviews, panel discussions and timely articles about writing and publishing. I also do book reviews for Goldberg McDuffie Communications in NYC. It is a privilege reading so many different stories especially from up-and-coming indie authors and I am thrilled to join the Readers Favorite review team. |
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Hello! My name is Deepak and I am the published author of the "Tales of the Booga Dooga Land" series, "Pickwick's Plan 2" and "The Wormus." I am based in India and work from Dehradun and New Delhi.
I love to read and am grateful to other authors for allowing me to read and review their work, and I take that responsibility seriously. As an author myself, I know how important honest feedback is, for both the author and future reader. |
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Hello, my name is Denise. I am a freelance writer and editor with over ten years of experience in the field. I have a passion for writing, reading and helping other authors develop and polish their work.
I enjoy reading most genres, with historical romance and crime dramas being a favorite. From Iris Johansen (pictured left) to John Sanford, my reading preferences vary. Give me good characters, a believable plot and some action or romance, and I'm one happy camper! |
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Howdy partners, my name is Dennis De Rose. I'm 56 years old and married to a wonderful gal. We are blessed with 3 children and 4 beautiful grandchildren. I have a deep love for the printed word. I have a talent for editing and have been affectionately referred to as "detail oriented" and a "walking dictionary."
In addition to reviewing for Readers Favorite, I also offer my editing services at a reasonable cost to any authors who believe they would benefit from a thorough proofreading/editing. Feel free to contact me directly for more information or visit my Facebook page. |
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Hi, my name is Diana Rusu and I eat books for breakfast. I enjoy indulging between covers and forget about myself completely. Reading is not a choice, sometimes I see it as a life style. I always see myself with a book.
Another passion of mine is writing. Being a reviewer allows me to combine my passions and give something back to the authors as well. |
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Hello! My name is Diana Shepherd and my favorite author is Karen Kingsbury (pictured left). My wonderful husband and I have been married for 4 years and we are the proud parents of 6 dogs and 3 cats. I work at a paper mill in the environmental department. My husband and I also have an outreach ministry at our Church. We are in charge of the Church's food pantry and our Thursday night service. I have been a Christian my entire life but have really embraced my personal relationship with God in the past 3 years.
I love to read and it has been a passion of mine since I was a child. I have a book with me at all times. I like sharing my thoughts about the books I read with others and I hope my feedback will help readers and authors alike. |
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My name is Diana Taylor and I have been married for 22 years, have 6 children and 9 grandchildren. I enjoy reading, cooking, spending time with friends and family and researching for my books. I sing on the worship team at my church and am on the Board of the San Diego Christian Writers Guild.
As an author I understand the importance of quality, honest reviews and am excited to be able to give something back to my fellow authors. |
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Hi my name is Diane and I have recently rediscovered my love of reading. After getting through school I finally have time to read what I want to read. Besides reading I play Tennis and try to cook. I make a mean chocolate cake!
As a History major at Georgetown I love to read about History, but Southern Humor (I am a KY girl) and Mystery, pulls at my heartstrings. There is nothing like a good laugh or shriek of suspense.
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Hello, my name is Diane. I am a Registered Nurse and love to read books for relaxation and education. I live on the western slope of Colorado and am able to enjoy all sorts of outdoor adventures and activities.
I love to read all genres of books and cant seem to get enough! I am excited to be able to give back to authors who give so much of themselves. |
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Hello, my name is Dianna. I am a former military Arabic linguist and published author of "Of Those So Close Beside Me: Truth, lies, and secrets - the life of an Army interrogator" and "The Song That I Sing: Poetry with the rhythm of life".
I am an avid reader and enjoy reviewing books to help my fellow authors and to improve as an author myself. |
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Hello, my name is Dianne Bylo. I retired early 12 years ago from work in the medical field and am married to a total non-reader who let me buy a Kindle so I could organize my reading better. I was quickly hooked.
Today I own 5 Kindles. I am an avid reader, reviewer, beta reader, review blogger, and ARC reader. I have reviewed thousands of books and posted my reviews on sites like Barnes & Noble, Goodreads, Shelfari, NetGalley and more. |
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Hello, my name is Dianne Carter. I live in Lewisport and I am a mother of two grown girls and one 10 year old granddaughter. I have always enjoyed reading, it was my favorite pastime when I was growing up in St. Louis, MO.
I am on the right in this picture, with my oldest daughter Rebecca. She loves hearing about the books I am reviewing for Readers Favorite. I find reviewing very rewarding, and hope that I am not only helping helping others choose books that are fun and exciting, but also helping the authors as well. |
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Hi, my name is Dominique Campbell. I like meeting new people and talking about anything under the sun. I'm a nurse, a dancer and singer (well in my mind I am) and a writer. Well, what else can I say? I'm definitely a book lover! From classical books to modern literature.
Books provide me a comfort that I don't really find anywhere else, and
I am excited to be able to do what I enjoy while helping authors and readers. |
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My name is Donna Mathews and I studied religious education at Oakwood College. Learning about the things of God has been a lifetime quest for me. I suffered a difficult childhood and having a spiritual center has helped me to overcome my life issues. I received a degree in Social Work from Morgan State University and a master’s degree from the American Film Institute -- AFI is the Conservatory of The American Academy of Films, which gives out the Oscars each year.
I was accepted in both the screenwriting and producers program but chose screenwriting because of my passion to write. I enjoy using my experiences as both an author and avid reader to help others in their writing endeavors with positive and insightful reviews. |
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I am Donna Wharton, a feisty 58 year young nana with 8 g-kids to keep me busy. I have been married 40 wonderful years to my sweetheart and I also care for my 80 yr old mother.
I am an avid reader and love to share my opinions with my mother and other family and friends. I hope to be able to give something back to authors who give so many so much with their writing. |
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For nearly fifty years, award-winning author Dr. Karen Hutchins Pirnot worked with children and their families in various settings including private practice, hospitals, schools and nursing facilities. As a Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Pirnot worked in conjunction with the Department of Human Services and the Juvenile Justice Systems while practicing in Iowa. Both her novels and her children’s books are written to explore and facilitate individual learning as well as to promote feelings of self-efficacy.
After winning several awards from Readers Favorite, Dr. Pirnot has joined the Readers Favorite team as one of our valued volunteer reviewers. You can learn more about her on her website. |
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My name is Dr. Oliva Dsouza. I am an avid reader and love to read all kinds of books and magazines. I can read and enjoy many books of different genres simultaneously. I have grown up in a household where reading was encouraged and most of us are voracious readers.
I have been lucky that despite being a busy dentist, i can take time off to pursue my passion of reading and hopefully some day write a book. I enjoy many genres, but one of my favorite authors is Ayn Rand (pictured left). |
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Dr. Robert Rose has spent 43 years teaching from K -12. He has devoted the past 7 years to teaching teachers in two universities. His many education and self-help books are available through Amazon, Borders, and Barnes & Noble. He and his wife, Marie, have raised a blended family of seven.
Dr. Rose won a Gold Medal in our 2009 Award Contest for his manuscript, "Joys of Teaching: They Touched My Life." After winning he wanted to give something back to Readers Favorite and other new authors and has recently become a volunteer reviewer.
Dr. Rose reviews many genres, but specializes in educational books. You can learn more about him on his website.
He also has his own online radio show where he interviews other authors of education books. If you would like to appear on his show, please send him an email. |
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At 24 years young, Elise has worn many hats in her life including wife, daughter, mother (to her four-legged child, a Jack Russell Terrier named Scooter), friend, and "Jill of all Trades." She has worked in a variety of industries including government, radio broadcasting, finance, website design and marketing, retail, automotive, and book publishing.
She was drawn to review for Readers Favorite because of her close current connection with the publishing industry. She enjoys reading non-fiction books (especially indie/self-published titles) in a variety of genres. In her spare time, she enjoys surfing the internet, reading, watching TV (especially reality shows), and spending time with family/friends. |
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Hello, my name is Eliza. I'm a freelance writer with a young family and a passion for the written word in all forms.
Being a reviewer allows me to pass on my love of reading to my family and countless others. |
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Hi my name is Ellen Hogan. I have been married for 36 years to my best friend, have three grown children and nine grandchildren. I live outside a small town in Georgia. My oldest son and his wife serve in the army and my youngest son is serving in the navy.
I have always loved to read and have overflowing bookshelves in every room. I read many genres, but my favorites are mystery, romantic suspense and Christian fiction. Besides reading I love to garden, play on my computer, knit dishrags and do counted cross stitch. I also have a blog where I post reviews. |
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Erin Liles is a writer who has published several short stories for children and various articles on parenting and family life. She is currently seeking representation for her novel for young adults. In addition to writing, Erin has worked for several years as a freelance proofreader, helping college students polish research papers and thesis.
She also participates in critique groups, where she gives and receives critiques on fiction writing.
As a volunteer for Readers Favorite, Erin hopes to help other writers and hone her skills as well. You can learn more about her on her blog. |
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My name is Erin and I am married to the most wonderful man imaginable, Cody, a youth minister in Kentucky. Reading is one of my favorite pastimes and I love keeping up with the fresh, new releases. All too often my husband, pets and my house get neglected because I'm in the middle of a good book.
My favorite genre is Christian Fiction, whose purpose I believe is to uplift and encourage. Readers Favorite has a very large selection of Christian Fiction and by reviewing this genre I can help readers enrich their lives through these quality Christian stories. |
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My name is Esther Talley, and I have always loved to read. As a child I read anything I could get my hands on, even encyclopedias. Books were a wonderful companion--always faithful, entertaining and could even transport me back in time. I've read the classics, the best sellers, the obscure, fiction and non-fiction.
My husband and I have been married 19 years and we have four delightful children ages 8 to 17. As I have read to them and helped them select books to read I've rediscovered some wonderful books from my childhood and have been exposed to some great new authors. Reading is a way of life for me and I am always looking for another good book to read, and now to review. |
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Hello, my name is Eunice and I am a 21-year-old hotel accounts manager whose yearning for books can never be satiated. Apart from reading, my passions include dancing ballet, blogging, and playing with my dogs.
I love reviewing because it allows me to tell others about the wonderful books I read. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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Hello, my name is F. Kenneth Taylor. I've pursued writing on a serious level since 2001. I self-published 3 books in 2012, I manage 4 up-to-date WordPress blogs, and recently became a Contributing Writer for online, Toronto-based magazine, Black Ink Magazine.
I'm also a freelance writer, and currently writing and researching my 4th book. As a reviewer I am proud to be able to help my fellow authors and their readers with quality reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Faith Farrell. I am a blogger and reviewer with a passion for sharing books that explore important themes through unforgettable characters. I follow Christ and read books that Glorify Him.
I love great stories and enjoying helping authors promote their work by providing interesting and professional reviews. |
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My name is Fiona Ingram, I grew up surrounded by books so reading came naturally to me and I developed a love for them from an early age. Life took me into theater studies and then journalism, and then into writing for children. My first book "The Secret of the Sacred Scarab," was a winner in the 2009 Readers Favorite Awards. I then realized just how important book reviews are for authors and decided I would volunteer for the Readers Favorite review team.
I read widely on almost any topic and look forward to being of service to other authors. I live in South Africa where illiteracy is a huge problem, so I hope my small contribution will make a difference. You can learn more about me on my website or on Facebook. |
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Hello, my name is Gail Famous. Two of my most intense passions since early childhood are reading and writing. I welcome the opportunity to share my enthusiasm for all things related to the English language.
I truly enjoy reviewing as it allows me to share information on what I have read and inspire others to read more. |
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Hello, my name Gail Wickman and I am a writer and English teacher with an appreciation of the classics and a taste for the unusual. I have loved the adventure of reading since I was a little girl and blame Gertrude Chandler Warner for my obsession with finding an abandoned boxcar to live in.
If reading is one of my favorite things, then telling people about wonderful works they shouldn't miss is another. The opportunity to help an author shape his or her work by hearing a outside view appeals to the teacher in me. The goal after all is for a meeting of minds between writer and reader, and if my reviews can make that happen, I will have succeeded. |
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Hello, my name is Genice. My dad taught me to read, so I grew up reading and have always loved books. I am a fan of many genres and authors, but my favorite author is David Eddings (pictured left).
I believe reviews are important for a couple of reasons: as a reader I like hearing what others think of books because it helps me select books to read and, as a writer, I like hearing feedback to help me grow. |
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My name is George and I'm a retired newspaperman. For more than 35 years I was a reporter, editor and editorial writer for a variety of newspapers. Today I am an author and have just completed my second novel, "At Play in the Seas of the Lord."
I am an avid reader and combined with my love for writing makes book reviewing a natural choice and an excellent hobby. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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George McVey always wanted to be a Superhero, sadly no radioactive storms or animals have been a part of his life. Instead he figured he could help people by becoming a pastor and sharing his faith journey with others. He is also the author of 3 published books.
He lives with his wife of twenty-five years, three children, one grand child, one lazy red bone hound dog and two cats. As a writer he knows the value of a good review, and reviews to help other authors sell their books. |
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My name is Geri Rusk. As a child, I could not wait until I would be able to unlock the magic and mystery of the printed word. Once I started reading, I haven’t looked back. Now as a stay-at-home mother of four children, I have passed on the joy of reading and discovering new adventures to my children. We are voracious readers in this household. I had the opportunity a few years ago to return to college and finish up my Bachelor’s Degree in English.
When I am not reading, I am a typical “soccer mom” as I run my children back and forth between school, band, choir, scouts, karate and church activities. I am excited to review for Readers Favorite so I can help authors as well as hone my own writing skills. I keep a review-based blog where I not only review books but I also review family-friendly movies, recipes, products, etc. |
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My name is Gigi Murfitt. I am a wife and the proud mother of two adult sons. They both give me plenty of material to write about. I am the President of the Northwest Christian Writer's Association and I also serve as Finance Director for our family nonprofit organization, Gabriel's Foundation of HOPE, where we serve families dealing with disabilities.
As a published author, I know how difficult it is to write and get published. So I am excited to be able to review and encourage other authors. You can learn more about me on my blog and on Facebook. |
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Gloria Antypowich is an indie author who loves to read. She personally writes contemporary, adult romantic fiction, but she reads a wide variety of genres. Interpersonal human relationships fascinate her and she try's to infuse her observations into her writing.
She understands how important honest reviews are for an author's work and posts her reviews on her website, Goodreads, World Literary Cafe and Facebook to provide more advertising for the author. You can learn more about her on her website or Facebook page. |
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My name is Greg Smith and I have been married to my wife Jamie for thirty wonderful years. We have two grown boys and 5 wonderful grandchildren. I am a retired police officer. After retiring I went into youth ministry and then on to seminary and graduated with a Masters of Divinity in 2005. Currently I am a pastor for two small United Methodist churches.
I love to read, play music and craft, and am very eager to help authors hone their skills, and to assist readers in choosing quality books to read. |
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Hello, my name is Harris. I have done many book reviews, including a cover page review of Ferlinghetti for the American Book Review, as well as online reviews.
I am a fairly well known published poet, have a BA cum laude in creative writing and am an NEA fellow. |
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My name is Hayley Kolb. I am a mama to two miracle baby boys, Callan and Mason. I stay at home with the kids while my U.S. Army Veteran husband completes his Associates of Science Degree.
I absolutely love to read, a hobby which I have passed along to my children. I have bookshelves overflowing with books; I could open a bookstore! A dream! I also enjoy crafts and scrapbooking in my spare time. |
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Ian Ink is a freelance editor and writer of speculative fiction, but also enjoys classical works like those of George Bernard Shaw (pictured left). Hidden deep in the rural wilds of west Wales, UK. Here he shares his time wrangling words, cats and wondering why it is now 2013 and that he still hasn't received his personal rocketship.
Ian is an avid reader and enjoys helping others with quality book reviews. You can learn more about Ian on his website. |
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My name is Ian Miller. I am a semi-retired scientist (chemist) living in New Zealand. I am interested in indie self-publishing and am currently writing a series of futuristic novels.
Besides a love of reading and writing, I review books because I believe authors need to support each other. I enjoy a wide range of genres and also review for Amazon. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Hello, my name is Ioana and I live and work in the UK. Though I am a qualified accountant and I've worked all my life with numbers, my real passion is reading and writing. I love books and have read extensively. I enjoy almost any type of fiction and I like to share my thoughts and feelings with other readers.
I have written book reviews for other sites and enjoy reviewing for many reasons, one of which is that it gives me the opportunity to read a wider range of books which I might never have discovered otherwise. |
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Hello, my name is Ivy. I am bibliophile with a degree in Literature and currently working as a book consultant in the biggest book store chain in the Philippines. I am also a freelance writer and a blogger. My two passions are reading and writing.
I am excited to be a reviewer for Readers' Favorite and being part of a community of book lovers. |
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J'son M. Lee, though born in Brooklyn, NY, is essentially a North Carolinian. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Speech Communication and a concentration in Performance Studies. He is 41 years old and resides in Baltimore, Maryland.
J'son is the author of Just Tryin' To Be Loved and co-authored the 2011 Reader's Favorite award-winning title, How could my husband be GAY?.
J'son has a passion for writing and takes his responsibilities as a reviewer seriously. He understands the challenges of being an author and recognizes the value of having meaningful reviews from industry professionals. You can learn more about him on his website. |
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Hello, my name is J. R. Simons. I am an Instructor of English Composition, Dramatic Literature, and Theatre for Lorain County Community College, Lakeland Community College and Indiana Wesleyan University, all in the Cleveland, Ohio area. I have an MFA in Creative Writing from Ashland University and an MA and a BFA in Theatre from Kent State University.
I am an avid reader. I believe that a person should read for at least 15 minutes every day, if not more. I challenge myself to read at least an hour every day. I am also an author, playwright, and poet. I regularly post book, music, and movie reviews on my blog, but I would like a wider readership so that I can really help authors to get their material recognized. |
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My name is Alex George, but I write under the pen name of Jack Magnus. I love reading and have always enjoyed discussing the books I'm reading with my friends and sharing special favorites with them. Reviewing books seems a logical extension for me.
I've been posting reviews of the books I've read on popular book seller sites and really enjoy being able to give feedback to the authors and letting them, as well as prospective readers, hear my take on their works. I read many genres, but my favorite is Aldous Huxley (pictured left). |
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My name is Jack and I am a life long avid reader, addicted primarily to mystery and thrillers, with one of my favorite authors being James Lee Burke (pictured left). Putting finishing touches on a media career of half a century in radio, television, magazines, newspapers, public relations and marketing.
Still married to my child bride, 3 grown children, 8 grandchildren, 1 Japanese Chin and 1 Tonkinese cat. Quote: "Those who do not read are no better off than those who cannot." |
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Jackie O’Neal is the author of two non-fiction books: "Woman Priest" and "Born in the Land of the Tango." Her career as an educator spans twenty years and includes a nomination for Excellence in Teaching from Atlantic Cape Community College where she taught writing for several years. As a literacy advocate and staff developer she holds an M.F.A. in Fiction and Poetry from Sarah Lawrence College and has been an active participant in many writing conferences.
Currently, she works in digital media as a story editor for GroundReport.com. Apart from writing and editing, she is an avid runner and participant in 5K road races. She is coached by her husband, Mason O’Neal who is a track and field world record holder and trainer. Mason and Jackie have four sons and three grandchildren. |
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My name is Jackie Paulson. I work in security, have two cats, and I am an avid reader. I have been reviewing for three years and pride myself on reading every word of the books I review.
I just cannot get enough words into my head. As long as I have eyes to see, I will read.
I am excited to be reviewing for Readers Favorite and plan to give authors extra exposure by posting reviews of the books I review on my book review blog. |
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Hello! My name is Jacqueline Ruiz and I have two passions in life: reading and writing. I have published two short stories and am working on my third. In my free time I enjoy reading books: short books, long books, any topic--it doesn't matter. I like getting lost in a new world.
As a reviewer I get to give back to the authors that create these new worlds for me, and that is very exciting and rewarding. |
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Hello, my name is Jade Foley and reading books is my hobby. I will read a book anytime anywhere as I find that reading different books takes my mind to different places.
I love reading autobiographies, romantic and fictional books. I have a great imagination so I can appreciate any type of book and love discovering new genres and new authors. |
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Hello, my name is Jamie and I am a children's book writer and editor. I love to read and share my thoughts with other readers. Being a reviewer allows me a connection to the author that being just a reader does not allow. |
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My name is Jane Allen Petrick Ph.D and I bring to my reviews the insight of a psychologist, the empathy and skills of a sister author (three books, a syndicated newspaper column and numerous magazine articles) and the enthusiasm of a public speaker (my focus is on cultural preservation and heritage tourism).
Learn me about me and read some of my work at my website. |
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Hi, my name is Jane Squires. I live in Missouri and have been married for 33 years. I am the proud grandmother of four grandchildren and mother to 2 adult daughters.
I have been an avid reader my whole life. I enjoy helping authors and readers with reviews and have been reviewing for some time. My reviews can be seen on many sites including Amazon. I am excited to review for Readers Favorite and hope to assist their authors and visitors with my reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Janel. I am the mother of four children and I love to read not only for my own enjoyment but to my children as well. I am always looking for new books to grab my interest. My interests include but are not limited to gardening, outdoor activities and reading.
I enjoy reading and reviewing books from all genres but I tend to lean towards fiction with a special interest in fantasy, magic and the occult. |
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Hello to all. My name is Janet and I've a lifelong history of word-shaping. I run several blogs about editing, writing, the publishing industry, and own my own business which specializes in editing, writing, and transcription.
I am honored to be a part of the Readers Favorite review program because I wish to support the industry that supports and entertains me. You can learn more about me on my website and blog. |
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Janet Kay Jensen is an award-winning author and in addition to two published books, her work also appears in Healing Ministry Journal, LDS Writing Secrets, Byline, Meridian, Everton’s Family History Magazine, Heart to Heart Newsletter and The Magic of Stories. She holds degrees in Speech-Language Pathology and is an adult literacy tutor. She and her husband, Miles, are the parents of three grown sons and three grandchildren.
Janet loves to read and takes her e-reader everywhere. As a published author she understands how valuable feedback is. She enjoys writing honest and tactful reviews that she hopes will be helpful to her fellow authors. You can read more about her on her blog, website and Facebook page. |
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Hello, my name is Jean Brickell and I am a retired teacher/sub teacher. I chose not to go into library science as I felt I could not be around all those books and not just sit down and read! I now enjoy doing volunteer work, am in the hospital auxiliary and am a VA driver taking patients to the clinics and hospital for treatment.
I enjoy many genres, including poetry. Some of my favorite authors are Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker and Sue Grafton. I am a reviewer because I enjoy helping authors and readers with the careful and honest opinions of the books I review. |
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Hello, my name is Jean. Reading and writing is second-nature to me. I live in a cabin in the woods and I am building a freelance writing career. I have a bachelor's degree in English from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.
I enjoy how my imagination is set free with words on the page and love sharing these experiences through my reviews. |
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My name is Jed Power and I am a crime fiction author. I have published many short stories and recently completed my first crime novel, "The Boss of Hampton Beach." I also collect vintage Noir/Hardboiled paperbacks, and have one of the largest collection of Dan Marlowe novels, magazine stories and inscribed items.
I would like to review because of my interest in crime fiction, hard and medium-boiled and noir. Most of my reading time and all of my writing time is devoted to that genre. I also feel that by finding the strengths and weaknesses of other writers in the field, it will improve my own efforts. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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My name is Jenna and when I was about 2 years old my mother got tired of trying to keep up with me and my love of reading, so I figured out how to read by myself and I haven't stopped since. My love of books has defined my whole life, including my English degree and my desire to be an editor.
My passion for books is not contained solely in reading, but in discussing them as well. I'll read anything I can get my hands on as long as I can talk about them. My friends are constantly asking for book recommendations, so I decided to become a reviewer for Readers' Favorite and help as many people as I can with critical but compassionate reviews. |
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Jennifer Reinoehl is a freelance author of primarily non-fiction and postmodern fiction, but enjoys reading a variety of subjects and genres. When she is not writing, she can be found checking out stacks of books at the local library. She holds both a degree in Biology and a degree in Theatre.
In her spare time, she volunteers with organizations that teach children and improve their self-confidence. As a reviewer, she enjoys helping authors with an honest review of their work. |
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Hello, my name is Jennifer and I am a professional freelance writer with over 7 years of experience.
I’ve been published on McSweeneys.com, written for World Trade Press, and currently write grants for a multifaceted New York nonprofit.
I am an avid reader and lover of language that gobsmacks. Reviews help me choose the books I read, and as a reviewer myself I am proud to be a part of that literary system. |
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Hello, my name is Jessi. I am a freelance writer working from home to take care of my 1, 3, and 5 year old boys. I have a BS in Business Management and am currently pursuing my MBA.
I have been writing for over seven years and thoroughly enjoy doing what I love while raising my young family. |
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Hello! My name is Jessica and I am the sole reviewer of Crossroad Reviews. I love to read books mostly from the Teen/Ya section. I am a mother of two little girls and a wife. I am trying to get my children to read (it isn't working).
I own more books than clothes and I review for 4 major publishers.
I am excited to be expanding my reviewing to include all the interesting genres at Readers Favorite. |
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My name is Jill Buck and have been an avid reader for years. The first book I can recall reading myself was Green Eggs and Ham. In second grade I remember making the transition into chapter books and then I was totally hooked. I am never without a book. I carry them with me in my purse and in the car for those just in case moments.
Currently I am a stay at home mom to my four children. My unwinding time at the end of the day usually involves a book. It is very tough out there for new authors, and it has been very exciting and rewarding to review their books and help them with a professional review, and when necessary, constructive criticisms. |
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My name is Jill Quiring and to me, reading is like breathing. I am never more happy than when I am caught up in the intrigue and mystery of a well told story. As a high school English teacher, I want to model love for reading as well as the importance of perfecting your craft. |
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I am Joana James, a young writer from the beautiful island of Saint Lucia in the Caribbean. I'm an avid reader and will read pretty much anything I can get my hands on. I'm also a dancer and a singer. For a day job, I am employed in the Information Technology department of a major financial organization.
I am interested in being a reviewer because as a writer I realize how important reviews are in order for a book to succeed. I have sought the help of others in this regard and I wish to return the favor. |
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John Davies is a retired primary school principal who lives on the mid north coast of New South Wales, Australia. For the past thirty years, John has been writing musical plays for performance by the students in the various schools in which he has served.
He also enjoys writing action/adventure/mystery stories for children in the eight to twelve years age group. His first children’s novel, The Markwell Manor Mystery was released in 2010. |
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Hello, my name is John Wright. Born in Cheshire, England on New Years Day 1950, I grew in an Anglo-Irish family. With visits across the sea to Dublin and County Mayo, my cultural inheritance involves a deep love of Celtic mythology, Gaelic literature, poetry and music. All this came with me on emigration to Australia in 1969.
After over 40 years under the blue skies of New South Wales I still enjoy writing poems and "stories I'm still living in". I enjoy reviewing many genres, but poetry is my favorite. |
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My name is Johnny Masiulewicz and in my twenty-plus years of writing a better part of my published work has been book analysis, coverage and reviewing. In both a freelance and a staff capacity I have written book and magazine reviews for a wide variety of publications and journals and have been a long-time book and script coverage writer for AVS. I enjoy many genres and have many favorite authors, one of which is Richard Brautigan (pictured left).
While I have worked on the books of established commercial giants, I did get my start in - and continue to produce in - reviewing independent and self-published writers including such indie darlings as Daniel Clowse, Mark Engler and Joe Chiappetta. |
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Hi. My name is Jolene and I love to read! I am an undergraduate English major as well as a legal assistant. In addition to schoolwork, I do freelance writing and book reviews. My all-time favorite author is Francine Rivers. I also enjoy books by Jane Austen, Lori Wick, Catherine Palmer, and Tessa Afshar.
Other hobbies I enjoy are scrapbooking, photography, practicing the piano, and playing Jeopardy with my husband. I live in Florida with my husband and three cats. You can read more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Jorene. I have read and written books, articles, and poems from the tender age of 7. They began corny and disjointed, but the passion was there and I was encouraged by family and friends to pursue my gift of writing. I have since written for Associated Content, Ehow, and MarriageRomance.com, as well as ghost written novels and short stories.
I have a love for inspirational romance but I will read just about anything.
I am honest but gentle, as reviewers of my work have been, which motivated me to be a better writer. You can read more about me on Facebook. |
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My name is Jorja Davis and I am a retired librarian. I have been a reviewer for many years, writing reviews for VOYA (Voice of Youth Advocates) and the School Library Journal. I have also reviewed books for children, young adults, and adults for the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System in Maryland. I later co-owned and managed the Hallelujah Christian Book Store, where I chose all the books for the store and helped readers select books.
I am still an avid reader and reviewer and am pleased to be reviewing for Readers Favorite. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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Hello! My name is Jourdan Lewis and I love to read books! I read on average 2-3 books a week. I am also a writer. I have always considered becoming a reviewer and am happy to find that opportunity with Readers Favorite.
I am excited to be able to combine my passions while helping my fellow authors. |
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Hello, my name is Joy Hannabass and I love to read. I am so excited about being able to review books for Readers Favorite and help authors.
I read mostly Christian fiction, but am happy to read and review other books as well. I am looking forward to being able to help authors promote their books through Readers Favorite, major booksellers, and on my own blog. |
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Hi, my name is Joyce. I love reading. In fact, it is the reason why I am myopic because I would struggle to finish the book in darkness after bed time when I was young. I am certainly glad that I don't have to do that now!
It is only natural that my love for reading would evolve into a passion for writing and reviewing books. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Hello, my name is Joyce Williams and I live in Jackson, Tennessee. I am a child of God, mother of two and Granna to three. I am nurse and I volunteer as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused children.
I am an avid reader and experienced book reviewer and love being able to help authors. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is JP Bary and I am a retired attorney and financial advisor who loves to read and write. I have written "The Persistent Observer's Guide to Wine," a book that bridges the gap between ordinary consumers and wine experts. I travel extensively and I am working on additional guides to travel, fashion and gardening.
I enjoy reviewing as it allows me to share my opinions and feelings about the books I read, and also gives me the privilege of helping my fellow authors and their future readers. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Juli Williamson and I am a mom of four girls, ages 22 to 8. I recently returned to school and just completed my bachelors degree and am now working on my masters in adult education. I have always loved to read and have read everything from War and Peace to Peter Pan.
I enjoy most genres including romance, fantasy, science fiction and mystery. Some of my favorite authors are Stephen King, Louis L'Amour, and Laurel K. Hamilton (pictured left). I am excited to be able to help authors with reviews of their work, and hope my insights and opinions will help them and their potential readers. |
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My name is Julie Johnson. I am a wife, mommy to 2 adorable children, registered nurse, teacher, and book lover. I also enjoy watching a good hockey game (even though my hometown team went north!) and singing. In my spare time, I love to read and spend time with family/friends.
Some of my favorite authors include Ronie Kendig, Candace Calvert, Michael Palmer, Julie Klassen, and Julia London. I will read just about anything, because I feel that it enhances my vocabulary and knowledge. |
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Hi, my name is Julie-Anne. I am an author and I have always loved to read. I have had a life filled with numerous careers, traumatic events, and am currently rebuilding a new life after illness. My dream job would be to read manuscripts for a publisher.
Being a Readers Favorite reviewer will allow me to improve upon my skills as a writer while helping other writers improve theirs. |
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My name is Kady Garrett and I love reading and writing. I'm a teenager and I currently post my reviews of books on my blog. I really enjoy blogging my opinion of books.
I also enjoy music, my puppy, volleyball, and being outside. I am involved in my church's youth group and love it. Church and God are number one priorities with me and I try to incorportate them into whatever I choose to do. |
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My name is Kait, though I go by Jane quite often. I am a 16 year old homeschool graduate, the eldest of 8 children, and the daughter of a Navy helicopter pilot. In my spare time you'll find me either reading, writing, playing volleyball, cooking, or enjoying moments with my family.
My main goal in life is to glorify God, which is why I have decided to review books. I hope that through my book reviews I can help others glorify God through what they read, too. |
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My name is Kakuli and I am from Bangalore, India. I am an Arts graduate and am currently associated with a leading IT solution company. I judiciously use my weekends to pursue my hobbies on textiles/embroidery collections and to write about a few unnoticed things of life worth capturing as short stories, which I have compiled into my book Nesting of Thoughts. I have also written for Journals in Kolkata and Atlanta. You can learn more about me on my Facebook page. |
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Hello, my name is Karl. My love for reading has been part of my life for as long as I can remember, influencing my decision to get a college degree in English. My tastes cover a broad range of genres as I simply enjoy a good book, regardless of its categorization.
I have been reviewing books throughout my academic and post-academic career.
I find online reviews to be invaluable when searching for new books to read and love to share my opinions with friends and family. I am grateful for the opportunity to help people find good books to pass the hours until sleep can no longer be ignored. |
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My name is Kate Bell and I'm from Queensland, Australia. I come from a large family and I love to travel, cook and read. I read books from all genres and love reviewing and talking about the books that I love to read. My favorite authors are Patricia Briggs (pictured left), JR Ward and Kelley Armstrong.
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Hello, my name is Katelyn. As an avid reader, I have been in love with literature and the art of storytelling for as long as I can remember. Though my tastes have evolved from stories like Where the Wild Things Are to Stephen King, Laurell K. Hamilton, and others, I remain a dedicated reader.
Two years ago, I opened my own book review website, Unabridged Andra. I have reviewed over 300 books in my two years as a blogger and absolutely love it. |
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Hello, my name is Katherine. I love to read and can't get my hands on enough books. I'm a writer and editor with an eye for detail and the ability to provide quality reviews.
I enjoy reading many different genres from different authors like Diana Gabaldon (pictured left). |
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Hi, my name is Kathleen Butler. I have taught elementary school for many years and am now the children's librarian at my local public library. I enjoy reading books to preview them for the library and then share many of them in my after-school reading programs. I have taught writing and am a published author, active in a critique group, and would love to give other authors feedback. |
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Hi, my name is Kathryn Bennett. I am a 28 year old avid reader and writer who was born and raised in Minnesota and has since relocated to Southern Indiana. I have always enjoyed reading and have been known to read 100's of books a year of all kinds of genres.
I have run a book review blog of my own for several years now and post on goodreads regularly. |
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My name is Kathy Sherman. I taught elementary school for 27 years, worked three years as a school librarian and taught/directed a church preschool for five years before retiring from education. I live in Owensboro, KY with my two cats, MiCal and Ginger and work part time at Fashion Bug. I am a member of St. John United Methodist Church where I serve as the Lay Leader and United Methodist Women's president.
I graduated from Kentucky Wesleyan College where I am an active alumnus and avid basketball fan, and completed my Master's Degree at Western Kentucky University. I enjoy reading, volunteering and working crossword puzzles and suduko. |
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My name is Katie McCudy and I live a quiet, but busy life in Florida! I am the third eldest in a family of 10 children, so I keep pretty busy! In addition to absolutely LOVE reading, I am also an author. I published my first book - Journey of Faith - with Outskirts Press a few years ago. I am currently working on the sequel to this book - Journey of the Heart - and hope to release it in the beginning of 2011.
When I am not writing my books, I am either reading a good book or typing up a post for my blog. On top of that, I love spending time with my family, basking in the great Florida sun, hanging out with my friends and - last but not least - playing volleyball!! :-) |
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My name is Kayci and in the last six years I have become experienced in editing and proofreading of documents and manuscripts through a freelance basis. I have also written in many genres (Horror, Thriller, Romance, Erotica, Science Fiction and Paranormal), and aspire to one day be a full time author and freelance writer.
I am currently writing my own novel and collection of short stories with intent to self-publish, and am an active article writer for constant-content.com. I am looking to improve my writing skills writing quality reviews for new and established authors. |
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Hello, my name is Kelly and I'm an avid movie lover and aspiring writer. I have a BA in Film and Screenwriting from Columbia College and have worked on over 16 short films as a script supervisor.
I love everything from Romance to Action or Sci-Fi and Horror, and love to share my opinions. |
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Hello, my name is Kelly. I am an early childhood educator and researcher. My passion for books started when I was very young. Perhaps the extensive literature my school required inspired me to keep going. By the time I became a teenager I did not want to read teenage novels, but instead to dig in my mother´s library and read adult romance.
For me, it is a pleasure to review books from different authors and genres. While doing one of the things I am most passionate about (reading), I am also helping boost new authors' career. I also get the chance to expand my horizons and come by invaluable support material for my school projects and lesson plans. |
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Hi, my name is Khim. I recently realized a childhood dream of writing my first book entitled "Candygirl," a light-hearted memoir of my journey to the US as a poor Malaysian Chinese Immigrant. I graduated from UC Irvine with a BA in Economics but have always fantasized about being a writer. I grew up conjuring that authors came from a faraway land and stories were delivered to them by a superior force.
Reading and writing have enriched my life phenomenally and I hope to help others achieve the same writer's high that I have! You can learn more about me on my website and Facebook page. |
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Hello everyone! My name is Khriza and I am an Art major with a minor in English. I'm a lover of books and I tend to find them to be my favorite form of vacation from everyday life.
I love books; and after I read I love to talk about what I read and how it made me feel. I decided to join the many other reviewers at Readers Favorite who also love to read and share their opinions with the book lovers around the world. |
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Hello, my name is Kim. I am from New Zealand and work as an article writer and a translator. I am an avid reader and love being able to voice my opinion about the books I read.
I also enjoy reading books from authors I've never heard of before and reviewing for Readers' Favorite would allow me discover even more new authors. |
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My name is Kim Chaffins and I am always my happiest when reading or writing. I am a senior at The David School and I love it. I have a huge family of 8 and I would not have it any other way. I love spending time with my best friend and walking. I have been reading my entire life.
Getting to review other peoples work is going to be really exciting for me. I plan on working with a publishing company and writing in the future. |
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My name is Kimberly Dana. Featured on NBC’s More at Midday, I am an award-winning author and teacher whose middle school students give me much insight into the world of tweendom. I am published by the National Council of Teachers of English, The Dabbling Mum, Blogging Authors, Book Pleasures, and the recipient of several writing honors and serve as a judge for an annual book competition.
My most recent books include my YA thriller, Cheerage Fearage, middle grade novel Lucy and CeCee’s How to Survive (and Thrive) in Middle School and the delightful picture book, Pretty Dolls, voted Best Children’s Book of the Year. you can learn more about me on my website. |
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Kimberly is an avid reader and writer, and enjoys sitting down every evening with a good book. She has been writing since she was a child and has a few short stories published. She is also and editor, helping her friends and classmates by editing their college papers.
She has reviewed many books and loves sharing what she likes to read with others. Reviewing allows her to indulge in her passions for both reading and writing. |
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Hi, my name is Krista Bagley. My life is super busy I have been married to my soul mate for 11 years! We have been blessed with 5 wonderful children and I have a degree in Nursing from Dixie State College.
I love Young Adult books, as well as vampire, zombie and paranormal romance. I also read historical fiction as I love history.
I love being a reviewer because I get to share the love of reading with others. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Kristie and I am one of nine children. My husband and I have been married for six years and we have a 2-1/2 year old daughter and a 4 month old son. I work as a social worker with at-risk children and their families, so my job is never dull! I have my masters in School Counseling and love working with people, mainly children.
Growing up I developed a love for reading, which has grown throughout the years. I love to share my opinions about books in the hopes that both the author and readers will gain some insight into the work. |
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Kristin is a former ballet dancer who studied at the Julliard School in New York. She performed as a dancer and as an actress and later taught Kindermusik, jazz, and ballet. Later, she settled back down in California, studied law briefly, and practiced as a paralegal in Personal Injury Law. She left the corporate world to raise her six children, home-schooling them for most of their early years. This added to her love and appreciation of reading and good books.
She has always loved reading, and can't simply keep a good book to herself. She reads, and re-reads, her favorites which make her well-loved books look quite well read, which drives her children crazy. |
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My name is Kristy Sager and I am a 34 year old working mother of two boys. I am happily married to my high school sweetheart and I love to read anything I can get my hands on, but my true passion lies in writing.
I have always wanted to combine my love for reading and writing and have found that being a book reviewer allows me to do so while also helping others. |
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My name is Krystal Larson and I love discovering new authors and books. There is always that one book that is impossible to forget. My 4-5 hour daily commute gives me plenty of time to read books and talk about them with other commuters. My favorite place to read is the Botanic Garden, nothing beats reading near beautiful flowers and towering trees.
I enjoy reading and reviewing many genres, but some of my favorite authors are Meg Cabot (pictured left), Kiersten White, and Emily M. Danforth. |
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Hi, my name is Krystine Kercher. I write Fantasy and Sci/Fi from a Christian perspective. I am also an artist, working towards making a living from my art, as well as an online entrepreneur.
I love to read, and as an author, I want to provide authors with quality reviews like the ones I received for my writing. |
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Hello, my name is Krystyna. My love affair with books started when I was in grade school. I used to read a lot of fiction books and now that I am a mother, I am more inclined to reading children's books and parenting books. I love reading as much as I love sharing my views about the books that I've read.
Aside from my love for books, I am currently transitioning to a Work-at-Home Mom with my two adorable kids, and am am also a blogger and a writer. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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Hello, my name is Laura. I am a mother of four, have been married twenty plus years, and I work as a freelance writer.
I enjoy books by many different authors like Margaret Mitchell and Harper Lee (pictured left).
Reviewing is a natural fit for me because I love sharing my love of reading with others. |
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Hi, my name is Laura Carter. I am a university student currently residing in England. I have enjoyed reading all my life and love nothing more than to curl up with a good book. I also spend lots of my time reading book reviews and I really appreciate people who review books.
I want to be a Readers Favorite reviewer so that I can share my thoughts and opinions about the books I read, not only to help the authors, but to also help readers make informed decisions on the books they purchase. |
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Laura J. Davis is a former singer/songwriter with 30 years of experience in music ministry. In 1981, her song "Lift Up the Lord of Salvation" won a national contest and was included in an album that included various Christian recording artists throughout Canada.
No longer able to sing, Laura began writing full-time. Her first novel, Come to Me, is about the life of Christ through the eyes of his mother and has spoken to the hearts of many seeking to know more about Jesus. Laura is an avid reader and eager to assist her fellows authors with candid reviews. |
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Hello! My name is Laura and I am a Midwestern girl who is a teacher, parent, wife, sister and friend. I have an unlimited appetite for reading and learning new things. I love to cook for my family, garden and run!
I am an avid reader and enjoy sharing my opinions with other potential readers. Reviewing also allows me to give something back to the author. |
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My name is Laura Nielson. I have been married for 18 years and have 7 children ranging in age from 1 to 17. I live in the state of Minnesota so there are plenty of cold months where reading helps to keep us sane!
I love all kinds of books, from the kid's paperbacks to the epic novels. I especially love juvenile fiction and historical non-fiction. |
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Hi, my name is Laurel. I'm a freelance writer, editor, and communications consultant who has been blogging on a personal level since 2005. My reviews for adult products led to a full time position with an online adult retailer. I started out as a review editor, then features editor, and finally editor of the company's online magazine.
My philosophy is to provide an honest but fair and respectful review of any book that I read. |
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Hello, my name is Lauren Lichliter and I am a third grade teacher who loves to spend any and all of my spare time reading.
I enjoy reviewing books that I buy online and think it would be wonderful to do it on a website that both readers and authors use. Access to numerous free books for this purpose is also incredibly awe-inspiring! |
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Laurie Gray is an attorney, author and consultant in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A former teacher, deputy prosecutor and guardian ad litem, Laurie also works as a bilingual child forensic interviewer (Spanish-English) at her local Child Advocacy Center. She is the founder of Socratic Parenting, LLC and has served on the faculty at the National Symposium on Child Abuse in Huntsville, Alabama, and at the Midwest Writers Conference at Ball State University.
Laurie is a Published and Listed (P.A.L.) member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. Her debut novel, Summer Sanctuary (Luminis Books/May 2010), won a Moonbeam Children’s Book Award Gold Medal for excellence in young adult literature. |
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I am Leah Gonzalez and I worked in the corporate world for eight years before I decided to jump ship (or throw myself overboard) and get on my own little row boat of dreams. I've been dabbling in various freelance writing jobs ever since. I also work part time as a marketing assistant at a newly-launched author design and marketing company.
These days I'm still trying to get into a nice freelance groove and I'm contemplating my first major writing project. I am also obsessed with my blog, which is like my little online playground where I test my mad blogger design skills and post about my freelancing life, books and authors, movies, music, ultimate frisbee and awesome graphic tees I find online. You can learn more about me on my blog, Facebook, Twitter and on Goodreads. |
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My name is Lee and over the past 8 years I have read, literally, thousands of books. I started to notice that some of the books I read were considerably "better" than others, for a variety of reasons, so I started writing reviews. I posted those reviews on GoodReads.com and Amazon.com, and received many emails from authors thanking me for my honest reviews. I found this entire process to be a lot of fun, and with my health problem, "fun" is something I don't get a lot of these days!
I am honored and delighted to be a Readers Favorite reviewer, as it allows me to do something helpful for authors, who bring so much joy to people with their creativity. |
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Read the book or see the movie? I'd have to say that I'm a read-the-book kind of gal. Hello everyone! My name is Leila and I wear many hats. I am a wife, a mother, a sister, a daughter, an elementary teacher by trade, and a bibliophile at heart. I love being a mother and a teacher because I get to instill the love of reading into my own children and the children I teach. Reading is my favorite past time. There's almost nothing better than a good book.
I joined this site because I get to do two things that I love most- reading and writing. So, sit back, relax and enjoy my reviews. You can learn more about me on my Facebook page. |
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Who am I? Physically I am a mature woman, wife, mother, grandmother, and--gulp-great-grandmother. My name is Lela Buchanan and I am an open-minded, politically conservative woman of faith. My passions are: God, my family, reading and writing. I am my own worst critic but innately, and often unfortunately, carry high expectations for others, too.
I am an award-winning author and avid reader; writing is cathartic for me. I like to review to help other authors with encouragement through an honest lens. You can learn more about me on Facebook. |
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My name is Letty Seidl. I have been married for 22 years and have four children whom I adore. I am a fifth generation Hispanic American and the oldest of six girls. I have an Associate’s degree and have worked in a variety of areas in my lifetime.
My love of reading began when I was eight years old. I was severely burned and spent a few weeks in the hospital. My aunt would send me a book a day, which I would devour and eagerly await the next. Ever since then, I have been an avid reader and read as many books as I can get my hands on. |
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My name is Lia Simitsiadou. I was born in the Netherlands but was raised in Greece, where I discovered my immense love for books. I would get my books from school on the first day and literally read them all ...kind of Hermione Granger in Harry Potter. Growing up I've had my share of family turmoil, but I managed to finish high school with honors, and move on to University to study English language and LIterature. I had always been very good at English but here I literally fell in love with the language.
I found myself in the position of English teacher. I love kids and love teaching them and sharing myself with them. I am married now and am the mother of a witty, lively 5-year-old girl. I still love books and I've managed to convey that to my little girl. I don't think I will ever tire of reading...why stop when there are so many things to learn, so many imaginary worlds to travel to? |
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My name Lila Davis and I am a Night Manager at a local University. I enjoy meeting new people and learning new things. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my four children, singing, writing, reading and reviewing different books.
I think reviewing books is a way to get the next generation to read new and exciting books. I would also love to help new writers get their books noticed. I hope one day to publish one of the books that I've written and hope that someone would do the same thing for me. |
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My name is Linda and I am a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 8. I am an office manager for a small law firm in Franklin, TN and work with some wonderful people, many of whom are fervent book readers like myself. I immensely enjoy reading and it is not uncommon that I have two or three books going at one time.
I belong to a great book club - the BOBS (Babes on Books) and we read one book a month from all different genres. I would love to be able to review some of the new books coming out and approach them with an open mind and willingness to critique them in love.
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My name is Linda and I'm an avid Christian book reader. I've been reading/reviewing/blogging for over a year now. I love promoting good Christian reads. Some of my favorite authors are: Steven James, James Scott Bell, Randy Singer, Frank Peretti, Dee Henderson, Francine Rivers, DiAnn Mills, Teri Blackstock, Brandilyn Collins, plus many, many more.
I also enjoy crocheting and silk ribbon embroidery. I'm married with one son and we live in the Twin Cities, MN area. |
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Hello, my name is Lisa Annette McCombs. As a veteran RLA (Reader and Language Arts) teacher of 30 years, I am exposed to a wide variety of YA literature. I love to read and talk about books. In February 2011 I published my first YA novel (Abby) and am near completion of the sequel and its subsequent third installment of the planned trilogy.
I try to introduce at least one new author a month to my classroom library and being a reviewer for Readers Favorite provides an excellent opportunity to introduce new authors to my students. You can learn more about me on Facebook. |
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Hello, my name is Lisa Metlak. I am an avid reader and enjoy many different genres. I have found that my sons' books are just as fantastic as the books I choose for myself as an adult. An editor by trade, I find that I can't get enough to read.
I love assisting authors with their manuscripts, but I also love reading for enjoyment. I am thrilled to be able to provide informative reviews for new authors. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Hello, my name is Lisa Miller. I work in education and reading has been a lifelong passion for me. One of my favorite authors is Maya Angelou (pictured left). I have a son graduating from high school, and a daughter graduating from elementary school.
I am happy to be a volunteer reviewer on the Readers Favorite Team and am looking forward to reviewing many books and hopefully helping authors and readers alike. |
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My name is Lisa and I am an avid reader, particularly in the non-fiction, personal growth genre. I am reading a little fiction now for a change of pace, but I love personal development. I am an author and English was always my favorite subject in school.
I enjoy reviewing because I love to read, and I also know how much I have appreciated the reviewers that have taken the time to read my book. I want to make a difference and help other authors. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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My name is Lit and I'm an indie writer still trying to find my own solid platform in the writing industry, and freelancing at the same time to support my dream. I am an avid reader of many genres and authors, with Anne Rice (pictured left) being one of my favorites.
As a writer myself, I understand the importance of reviews. We writers need feedback to get better and we need to know our readers, and as a reviewer I am able to provide that support to my fellow authors. |
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Hello, my name is Lorena. Words cannot describe how much I want to read but let me try anyway. I discovered books when I was in elementary school and I haven’t stopped reading since then. I like all genres but right now my library is full of romance books. Kristen Proby (pictured left) is one of my favorite authors.
There are books that frustrate me because they don’t happen the way I want them to. This is why I like being a reviewer, to give the writers a piece of my mind. Haha, kidding! Reviewing allows me to show my gratitude to authors and possibly in a small way, help them with their writing careers. |
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What author doesn't also like to read? As recovering workaholic, reviewing books prevents me from sneaking back into my bad habits of working 3 or more jobs simultaneously! An avid reader, Lori lives in Louisville, KY with her husband and their 2 1/2 cats.
Lori holds a ridiculous number of college degrees and is an adjunct Business Professor of Marketing, Management, and Human Resources. You can learn more about her on her website. |
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My name is Lorraine Carey and I am a veteran Children's Literature Specialist now living on Grand Cayman which has given me much inspiration for writing. I have a short published memoir and am currently finishing a mystery thriller for YA readers which will become a trilogy.
I enjoy reading and reviewing and feel proud to be able to give something back to other authors by reviewing for Readers Favorite. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Hello, my name is Lucas Howard. I am 17 years old, I live in Kentucky and am a senior at the David School. In my free time I read and write poetry and play the guitar.
I have always loved to read and am excited about reviewing books for other authors. |
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Hello, my name is Lucianne. A bookworm and proud of it, I prefer reading fiction and non-fiction books to almost any alternative form of entertainment out there today. I stumbled onto reading for pleasure during my elementary school years and really got into it when introduced to the school library's extensive collection of hardbound Nancy Drew books.
Currently, my preferences lie more along the lines of quirky and intriguing works like the "Wheel of Time" series by Robert Jordan (pictured left). As much as I love reading, reviewing gives me even more satisfaction as I can voice my opinions in the form of honest and professional reviews. |
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My Name is Lynn Fowlston and I live with my husband in Tennessee. We have 4 children, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren! I have many hobbies, including counted cross stitching, puzzles, working with animals and of course, reading.
I have loved reading all my life, and have amassed a home library of close to 1,400 books from the 1800's to 2010. I have tried to pass my love of reading to my children. Reading is not only an adventure for children, it also helps them tremendously in school.
I will read almost any genre, and enjoy being one of the first to read works from new authors, because you never know who will be the next James Patterson! You can read more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Mackenzie Dohoney and I live in Rockport, IN. I am currently a freshman in high school where I am an avid softball and basketball player.
I also love to read. Some of my favorite authors are Stephanie Meyer, Nicholas Sparks, and James Patterson, but I am also excited to read young adult books by new authors. Stories of love, courage and adventure interest me the most. You can learn more about me on my Facebook and Twitter pages. |
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Mamta Madhavan is a freelance writer with experience in content and creative writing, proof reading and editing. She is also a poet and is an editor at gotpoetry.com. Her poems have been published in print and online literary journals, zines and anthologies.
I have been a film reviewer and just recently began reviewing books, which I have always wanted to do. |
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Maria Beltran is a voracious reader who is also a writer. After getting her Biology degree at the University of the Philippines, she worked in different jobs such as Commodity and Currency Futures Trader, Marketing Manager, Businesswoman, Scuba Dive Instructor, Resort Owner, Film Maker and Visual Artist.
Through all this experiences, she was always a writer with a column at local newspaper and two literary prizes for fiction. Her latest foray is into screenplay writing. You can learn more about her on her website and blog. |
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My name is Marian Krueger. As an avid reader from the time I first was able to read, I've never been far away from a book my entire life. Always an integral part of my life, books had such a profound on me that my undergraduate degree was in English and I devoured ever book that I had to read for my classes. I later went onto get my Master's in English and still read as much as I can as often as I can.
My favorite book of all time is "Wuthering Heights" by Emily Bronte. A few of my favorite contemporary authors include Anne Tyler and Sophie Kinsella. Today I work as a travel consultant and enjoy the freedom it provides me to travel the world and work on my own writing habit. In between travel and writing I squeeze in as much reading as possible. You can learn more about me on travel blog. |
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Hello, my name is Marianne and I live in Arizona. I am a certified readaholic and love to talk about books I've read. In fact my last job was doing just that. Today I am constantly reading and posting my reviews on my 3 review websites. I enjoy reading many genres, but some of my favorite authors are Lauraine Snelling (pictured left), Karen Kingsbury, and Dee Henderson.
I am excited to be reviewing for Readers Favorite so I can play a small part in helping to introduce readers to new and talented authors. You can learn more about me on my
review blog. |
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Hi, my name is Marie Sioco. As a graduate student, I'm constantly exposed to academic books and articles, but I also enjoy fiction books. My favorite authors are Marian Keyes, Steve Berry, and Stephen King. I love chicklit and I am a huge fan of the horror genre too. Currently, I'm on the third installment of His Dark Materials trilogy by Philip Pullman and once I'm done, I plan on reading a few of Stephen Hawking's masterpieces.
Being a book reviewer is something I have wanted to do for a long time now. I just couldn't find the perfect job. At Readers Favorite I get to read books for free and to give something back to the author in return. It doesn't get much better than that for a book lover. |
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My name is Marilyn Ayer and I am a wife, mother, grandmother, nurse practitioner and a voracious reader. Reading has been a passion of mine since I got my first library card. Although I am not retired yet I still find time to read at least one book a week.
I am often awed at the amount of work that goes into creating a wonderful story, and am excited to be able to help new and existing authors with an honest and kind review of their work. |
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Hello, my name is Marius and I am from the Philippines. I am a book blogger and reviewer and have my own Young Adult book review blog called Forever YA.
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enjoy many different genres in besides YA, and one of my favorite authors is Neil Gaiman (pictured left). |
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Hello, my name is Martina. I am a graduate student with a voracious appetite when it comes to the written word. I will read the owner's manual for cars that I do not even own if there is nothing else available. Each week, I go to the library and check out 10 books.
I love many different genres and books from new authors, but one of my favorite authors is Anne Bishop (pictured left). |
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Hello, my name is Mary. I am a writer/blogger and love to read! I am working full time in an administrative assistant capacity and still read several books a month.
I enjoy offering my support and opinions to authors through thoughtful and professional book reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Maureen. My husband David and I have been married for 45 years, and have 2 grown children and 3 grandsons, ages 13, 4 and 5. We live in a home built by my hubby's great grandfather in 1855.
I spend a lot of time reading and love reviewing, and am excited to be reviewing for Readers Favorite. |
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Hi! I'm Megan, I am a wife and mother of two beautiful children. I have a twin sister and a younger brother, and I love reading, dancing, chocolate, and Diet Dr. Pepper.
I worked in bookstore management for 8 years, then in January of 2010, I became a stay at home mom and started a book blog called Inspired by Fiction. Christian fiction is my favorite genre because the entertaining stories challenge and motivate me in my faith, attitudes, actions, and views. |
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Hello, my name is Melinda Hills. As a retired educator, I have plenty of time to do all the reading I love, and the interest and ability to share my thoughts about the books I read in the form of quality, professional reviews. |
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My name is Melissa Russell and I find the older I get the more enveloped I get into a book then just "reading" it. I appreciate how a good author can take me on a journey or transport me to another place and time. I have been an avid reader for 30+ yrs and appreciate how difficult the writing process must be.
I have read over 1,000 books and enjoy Fiction as well as a great Biography. I am excited to be reviewing for Readers Favorite and hope to help as many authors as I can with honest and encouraging reviews of their work. |
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Hello, my name is Melody. Someone in my early childhood once told me that words can set you free. Oddly enough, I believed them. Words have truly set me free to live the life that I enjoy, and better yet, to provide many things for many people (and improve their lives), too.
I consider reviewing a way of helping others, and am honored to be a small part of their personal history. |
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Hello, my name is Michael. I am a writer who loves to read and review books from a wide variety of genres. I currently have two novels available on Amazon: "Framed, But Not Forgotten" and "Separate Truth."
While writing and reading are my passions I have spent most of my life as a software developer. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Michele VanOrt Cozzens is a journalist who has worked as a feature writer, editor, newspaper columnist and blogger. She is the author of three novels, including the award-winning "A Line Between Friends" and two non-fiction books. An avid reader and book reviewer, Michele's interests include memoirs, biographies, historical fiction and women's fiction.
As a reviewer, she considers herself "empathetic to the author," and is honest yet tactful when writing/publishing reviews. Michele has been married for 21 years and is the mother of two teenage daughters. Along with her family she splits time between Tucson, AZ and the Northwoods of Wisconsin. For more information, please visit her website. |
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Graduating from Cambria Rowe-Business College with an Associates Degree in Medical Office Administration, Michelle has worked as a contracted typist as well as freelance writer and is currently a stay-at-home mother of 2 young children.
Michelle is an avid book reader, reading and reviewing several books a month in many different genres. |
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Hello! My name is Michelle Vasquez. I grew up in central Missouri and now I live in Texas with my two teenage sons and my other 4-legged children: two cats and our miniature dachshund.
I work full time as an accountant at a local government agency. I am very active in our church and I lead a women's Bible study group. I'm an avid reader and carry a book with me everywhere I go. |
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I am Mina Rivera and I love to read. My favorite genre is fantasy and historical fiction. I also read a lot of crime novels, mystery/detective stories, and romance. Recently, I've decided to read books included in the 1001 Books to Read Before You Die, Manbooker Prize, Pulitzer Prize, Pen/Faulkner, and Modern Library list. I am an entrepreneur handling a design and construction firm, a furniture manufacturing firm, an all-around events firm (conceptualization, management, and actualization), a photography business, and a bakeshop. I am also starting an online store selling hand-made home and fashion accessories.
Despite my many hats, I also dream of becoming a writer. With my love of reading, I feel the best way to start a writing career is to become a book reviewer. I am excited to be reviewing for Readers Favorite where I can both help and learn from fellow authors. |
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Hi, my name is Mindy Detweiler. I live in Pennsylvania with my husband and daughter. I have two older children that are out on their own now. I work for an agency that helps developmentally disabled people with their living skills.
I read and review for several publishing companies. My interests in reading are varied and I love to read just about anything. I love to find new books and authors and share them with others, which I do on my blog. |
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My name Molly Burkemper and I have always loved reading. As a young child of 9, I was the only student in the entire K-8 school that was allowed to check out multiple books at a time from the school library. The librarians looked forward to my visits and always had suggestions for me because they recognized my great love for books. In high school, I joined the Library Club to continue expressing my passion. Now, I write for myself.
I recently graduated college Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Philosophy, as well as minors in French and English. I am a not-yet-published author, and it has become my new passion. However, I still enjoy reading, and I like to tell people about the great books I've read. Nothing makes me happier than when someone reads a book I've recommended, and they have enjoyed it too. |
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Hello! My name is Molly Edwards. I am a mom to two wonderful boys who hold my heart. I am also a part time pharmacy technician, which is my dream job...I love what I do! In my spare time, which I have a lot of since I only work part time, I love to read, quilt and collect books. I have bookshelves overflowing with books of all genres! In fact, you could say that I have a mini used book store right in my bedroom!
I am fortunate to be able to review books for Readers Favorite and Thomas Nelson, as well as many other publishing companies and authors. I review books for the sheer enjoyment of reading a good book, and to help spread the word about new, wonderful authors and their creations! I also have a blog called Reviews by Molly, where I post many of the reviews I have done. That's me in a nutshell! |
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My name is Nadine Larter and I'm a compulsive communicator living in the coastal town of Port Elizabeth, South Africa. By day I am an author and by night I watch far too much television. I'm a mom, a stepmom, a wife, a friend, a daughter and a sister and I am addicted to cupcakes and cookie dough.
I would love to review for Readers Favorite because I believe that in helping others I get to be part of creating a little bit of goodness in the world. I know that authors need all the help they can get, because I am one. I also know and appreciate what goes into a novel and how important honest feedback is. You can learn more about me on Facebook, Twitter, and on my blog. |
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My name is Nadja J. Aboud. I am a former elementary teacher and journalist. Currently I'm the administrator, marketer, and writer at iGlobalMuslim.com, a Muslim marriage and friendship networking site. I've written short stories, poems, several children's books, and one adult nonfiction book.
My number one job and satisfaction in life is being a mom to my lovely daughter, who has inspired me to write one of my most recent stories: "Two of Everything: Here and There." I want to be a book reviewer because it combines my passion for writing with access to a contemporary library of new authors. |
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Hello, my name is Nashella Zarek. I am an early elementary teacher with a Masters' Degree in Reading and Language Arts. I am an avid reader, a hobby writer, and love all things literacy-oriented!
I am excited to be able to contribute to the literary community by providing necessary reviews to authors and readers. |
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Hello! My name is Natalie and I currently work in a call center, but what I want to do is write. I am an avid reader and enjoy sharing my opinions with authors and their future readers.
I currently write book reviews for my blog and am excited about reviewing for Readers' Favorite because of all the interesting genres they have to choose from. |
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My name is Natasha Jackson and I am a professional writer, editor and researcher. I am also an avid reader and enjoy a variety of genres as long as the story is compelling and well-written.
I believe reviews are critical to the literary industry, and am proud to be able to lend my opinions to help authors and readers. |
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My name is Nicky and I'm a proud mother of three and a military wife. I've had the opportunity to move to different parts of the world as well as different places in the US. Wherever my family and I went so did my large book collection. I enjoy reading a wide variety of books and love to get lost in the worlds of the characters and their lives. I can sit for hours and lose myself in the worlds authors create.
Being a reviewer fuels my passion for reading and also allows me to provide an unbiased review to help others decide if they would also enjoy the book. |
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Hello! My name is Nicola and I am currently enrolled in a Journalism course. I have 5 pets, live with my flatmate who is an author and love to spend time with my family and friends.
I love to read and have just started my own book review website. I am looking forward to improving my skills as a writer as I create helpful reviews for authors and their readers. |
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My name is Nicole Lofton, I am a mommy, a domestic violence advocate, a blogger, as well as a writer. Reading is one my of passions and so I recently decided to do book reviews after being asked to write one. After writing my first book review, my loved for reading was rekindled.
Reviewing books is a way for me to do both of the things that I love to do which are reading and writing. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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I'm Nicolle and I am currently a student in England hoping to become a mathematics teacher within the next five years. I read everyday and don't limit myself to one or two genres, though my favorites are classics, young adult, romance and drama.
I am an avid Goodreader (reviewer for GoodReads.com) and am always on the lookout for the next big thing in the literary world.
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My name is Noor Johal and I am currently enrolled as a life sciences major in my second year of college. I am originally from India but have never been there. One of the reasons I enjoy being a reviewer, besides a love of books, is that it helps me expand the number of genres I normally enjoy reading.
I currently love historical romance and mythological books, with my some of my favorite authors being Judith Mcnaught, Sydney Sheldon and Dan Brown. As a Readers Favorite reviewer I am excited to be trying new genres from new authors. |
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My name is Noriah. I am a senior lecturer at Mara University of Technology in Malaysia and have been teaching ESL for more than ten years. Some of my favorite authors are L. M. Montgomery, whose ‘Anne of Green Gables’ series were of great inspiration to me, as well as Jane Austen and Anne Mather (pictured left). However, of late I prefer to read non-fictions which are informative and educational.
I love to read and write reviews and find it very rewarding. In short, I believe reading helps shape us into the people we are today, as quoted by Charlie “Tremendous” Jones: “You're the same today as you'll be in five years except for the people you meet and the books you read.” |
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Paige Cerulli majored in English and music at Westfield State University. She is a freelance writer for a number of publications, including Massachusetts Horse Magazine and Lioness Magazine. Paige is an avid equestrian and loves poetry and photography.
She's loved to read ever since she was young and finds a good book to be at once comforting and inspiring. |
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Hello, my name is Patrice. I started reading at 4 and haven't stopped. I'm interested in almost all genres and one of my favorite authors is Nikki Giovanni (pictured left). I have an engineering degree and most of my salaried positions have been technical. I've taken creative writing courses and have completed a variety of freelance writing assignments, both technical and non-technical.
Being a reviewer allows me to share my love of reading and writing with others through quality book reviews in a variety of genres. |
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My name is Patricia. I am married to a wonderful man and am a stay at home mom to two beautiful daughters with whom I share my love of reading. My 6 year old can already sit and read for hours.
I am a book reviewer because it allows me to read and share my thoughts with others. Whether it is for the author, a fellow reader, or my family, I want to help by offering my opinions. |
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Hello, my name is Patricia Althoff. I am first a Christian, second a family person, and third, education-oriented. I enjoy reading "Christian-Friendly" novels, serious works on comparative religion, and tongue-in-cheek humor.
I am an avid reader and enjoy giving back to authors by providing honest reviews of their work. |
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Retired. Married. Mother to four adult children and Nana to ten grandchildren. My name is Patricia Day and I am the writer of devotionals and short stories, as well as a novel (in process of publication). I love reading, gardening, walking, good music and live theatre.
I enjoy reviewing because it allows me to help other authors while improving my own writing skills.
You can read my devotionals or more about me on my blog. |
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Hello, my name is Patricia. I am a freelance writer and editor that enjoys singing professionally, blogging, and creating art. Reading is a pastime that allows me to escape from the hustle and bustle of my everyday life.
I love that I have any genre and storyline available at my fingertips at any time. I provide honest and insightful reviews to authors and their readers. You can read my creative writing pieces, browse my artwork and learn more about me on my blog. |
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My name is Patty DeDominic and I coach high achieving boards and professionals in business, philanthropy and government sectors. I received the prestigious RUBY Award and the Spirit of Entrepreneurship Award. I am the former Chair of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce and past national president of NAWBO.org. I am also the cofounder of the RealityBasedCertification.com programs and network.
I love the new world of publishing. There are so many extraordinary new concepts being shared in books! My experience in business and life is broad and since I coach high achievers I am always on the lookout for great new authors, wise mentors, concepts and ideas. |
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Paul F. Johnson is a military and civil service retiree with over two dozen short stories published under the pen name P.J. Lawton, as well as three Private Detective mystery novels, two volumes of horror and SciFi short stories, and four children’s books.
Paul loves to read and has been a reviewer for several years. Paul has always felt that authors, especially new authors, need feedback and in many cases, constructive criticism. An honest, professional review is a step in the right direction. Paul reviews in many genres but specializes in fiction, mainly mystery and SciFi. You can learn more about Paul, and view some of his work by visiting his website. |
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Being a Southern California native, Paula grew up around free thinking and eccentric artists. Her mother was an aspiring writer of Harlequin romance and her father is an aspiring songwriter. So you could say writing is in her blood. Paula is a two-time author and has been featured on The Author Show radio program.
Paula knows the importance of quality, honest reviews and is honored to be able to provide them for her fellow authors. You can learn more about her on her website. |
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My name is Paula Phillips and I am from New Zealand. I am an avid reader and for the past 3 yrs I have been running my own book review site called The Phantom Paragrapher, which last year won an award for the 5th Best Librarian Book Related Blog in the world.
I also work as a Childrens and Teens Librarian and do side work as an acquisitions board member for Hawkins Publishing in USA. |
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Hello, my name is Pauline Reynolds. After many years both as a nurse and in academia, I retired to write stories. I am part of a small group of writers called "The Writers Dozen." We published an anthology of short stories and poems called Better than Chocolate, in 2008.
I am an active blogger and have written one novel and two thirds of a second one, as well as many short stories. Some of my life-writing pieces have made it into print in Australia.
For me, reviewing is a way of discovering new books to read and a better understanding of plot, narrative and structure. Not to mention, reading is always enjoyable! |
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My name is Pete Loveday and I am semi retired, but doing what I love – reading books! I have strong roots into the Publishing and Production areas of books after a lifetime of involvement in the Printing industry. Happily married to a successful Author, Kate Loveday, we live in Adelaide, Australia near to a fantastic beach and enjoy two beautiful grandchildren.
Knowing the blood, sweat and tears that go into my wife’s books, I love to read and review and offer encouragement where I can to all authors. Beginning to read at age 4, I have had 60 + years to learn and observe and love to pass this on. My preferred genres are in fiction mainly mystery, suspense, historical fiction and family history. I strive to give honest and professional comments and will help rather than criticize. More of me is available on my Google+ page. |
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My name is Rabia and I am an avid reader with a passion for writing. Reading is my favorite past-time and I love to lose myself in books. I am a particular fan of romance, erotica, historical literature and fantasy novels. I hope to be a writer one day and find my novels on bookshelves around the world.
Being a reviewer allows me to improve my writing while helping other authors with necessary, quality reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Raquel Almeida. Once a high school chemistry and physics teacher, I decided to go back to university when I was 30, and am now on my way to obtaining a PhD degree in IT. Books were my first love, and reading never left my life since I was 6. I am interested in diverse themes, from mystery and intrigue to education, embracing science and technology, psychology and relationships, adventure, travel, sci-fi, and historical romance.
More recently, as mother of 4-year-old twins, I also turned my attention to books concerning parenting, as well as publications for children. With so many available books from so many sources, it has become increasingly difficult to choose the ones that meet our interests and needs. And that is the reason I write reviews for the books I read: to help you decide which will be your next. |
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Ray Simmons was born in Mobile, Alabama. He has been a professional diver, a newspaper reporter, copy editor and a soldier. He currently teaches English in China and is working on several novels that he hopes to publish one day.
As an avid reader Ray enjoys reviewing to do his part for the literary community and to help his fellow authors. |
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Hi there, my name is Rebecca. What can I tell you about myself? Well, first and foremost, I love to read! Reading, whether it is for pleasure, school, or self-education, is and always has been a major part of my life. As a matter of fact, it is a rare occasion if I don't have my nose in a book or glued to my Kindle. I tend to lean toward romance novels, but I do read books from all genres.
I have a full-time job where I am a dedicated desk jockey and have a Masters degree from Michigan State. I wrote my first book, “Come What May”, and self-published it in September. I know the value of effective reviews and am excited to be combining my passions for reading and writing to work for the benefit of other readers and writers. |
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Hello! My name is Rebecca and I am a freelance writer and confirmed bibliophile. Armed with a cup of tea, I like to spend hours reading a broad range of books and sharing those great finds with others! |
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Hello, my name is Renata F. Barcelos. I live in Brazil with my beautiful and creative daughter where I teach English and Spanish as Second Languages. I'm an author with two books published: "Mean: a Psychological Thriller Novelette" and "My Sore Hush-a-Bye".
As a writer, I know how important reviews are, and as a compulsive reader I love to discover great stories and help spread the word about them. You can learn more about me on my blog. |
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Hello! My name is Retha. I am a Christian and very passionate about the Bible. I am an avid reader, writer and blogger. I enjoy reading and reviewing books with Christian themes and am excited to be able to help the authors of Readers' Favorite and their readers. |
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Rhonda Fischer was born and raised on a horse farm in Canandaigua, New York. Rhonda started writing and reciting poetry as a child. She is a classically trained pianist, who taught piano and played professionally for many years.
Rhonda loves helping other authors by reviewing their work and currently reviews books for Sacramento/San Francisco, HarperCollins and Random House. She also writes for the American Chronicles, Associated Content, World News and World Sentential, and is CEO of Whim Publishing and Author of Randy Kazandy, Where Are Your Glasses? You can read more about her on her publishing website. |
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Rich Follett lives in the sacred and timeless Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, where he joyfully teaches English and Theatre Arts for high school students. His poems have appeared in numerous contemporary journals and e-zines like Counterexample Poetics, for which he is featured artist.
Most recently, his haiku/photo combination Aurora's Adieu received first place honors in the first international iPoetry Poe-Tography Competition. You can learn more about him on his Facebook page. |
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Rita Goatley grew up in Cloverport, a small town on the banks of the Ohio River. Currently she and her husband Alvin live in Hawesville, KY. Rita is employed by Southern States Coop, where she works in sales.
She has two children: Adam, who is a student at Western KY University and Sara, a student at Hancock Middle School.
Rita is an active member of Hawesville United Methodist Church. She enjoys Bible Study, reading, and an occasional night out with the girls. Although she enjoys many genres, she prefers those with a Christian theme. |
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My name is Rita Kaye Vetsch and I am the Author and Illustrator of the multicultural children's book called The Many Colors of Friendship. Reading, writing and drawing are my passions in life and what inspires me each day. There is nothing like relaxing with a good book and letting your imagination take over!
I know personally how difficult it is to be an author and will offer honest feedback for all the books I review I see reviewing for Readers Favorite as a great opportunity to help authors like myself and am very excited to read material that is new and fresh. You can read more about me on my website and on Facebook. |
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Hello! My name is Robin and I am a single Christian mother of 3 beautiful girls and one beautiful grandson. I have a passion for the Lord and for reading. I am a Registered Nurse turned full time student. I enjoy spending time curled up with my kids and a good book. I read many genres by many authors, but especially like the works of Nora Ephron (pictured left).
I enjoy being a reviewer for many reasons, but mainly for the opportunity to read books by new authors which allows me to expand my "comfort zone" of usual reads. |
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Hi, my name is Robin McCoy-Ramirez. I live in Putnam, CT with my husband and 7 1/2 month old daughter, Savannah Rose, as well as our 3 rescue dogs. When I am not reading, I love to cook, travel and spend time with family.
I received a BS in Public Health, and have worked 10+ years in the public health/non-profit sector. I also have a blog where I highlight other mom entrepreneurs and share my book reviews. |
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Hi, my name is Robin Puelma and I graduated from Pepperdine University with a BA in Creative Writing. I excel at writing for various media; from online travel blogs and editorial pieces to curriculum, books and scripts. I strive to craft interesting pieces that will inspire, inform and captivate an audience.
I have experience reading, critiquing and editing articles, manuscripts, and personal essays for both classmates, peers and clients. Having received generous amounts of feedback on my own manuscript and personal essays, I know what makes for helpful criticism and what doesn’t. |
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My name is Roert Hewett Sr. and I am a published author of 3 books, numerous poems and short stories. I have been named poet of the month multiple times and poet of the year for 2011 on a poetry site. I have been published in several international poetry anthologies.
I was born on a Texas cotton farm in 1933 and enjoy writing and reading about almost any subject, but especially children and feel good romantic poems and Old West adventure/romance stories. |
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My name is Roger and in addition to college and graduate school, I have had experience in public school and college level education, military service, owned insurance agencies, construction and property renovation companies and mining operations. Now having reached that age when the Airforce isn't going to let me fly their aircraft and my wife has refused to let me run a long-line fishing boat, I have become a published writer and author.
My personal preference is for fiction about real people and real times as I believe that real people make the best predators and prey. I live in a small Maine town with my wife and three very spoiled cats. |
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Hello, my name is Ronna. I am a former newspaper and radio news writer, editor, and general manager who has been freelancing full time since 2005. I have won numerous awards from the Arkansas Press Association as well as recognition from Henderson State University's literary journal, The Proscenium, for creative non-fiction and poetry.
I am also a ghost writer for the craft industry and pursuing my master's degree in social sciences/history. In my free time, I enjoy community history projects, sewing, and trying out recipes from Pinterest. |
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My name is Ruth Gonzalez and I'm a college student living in Florida. A book junkie since grade school, there is nothing better than to curl up with good book. You can usually find me at the library, thrift stores, and local bookstores searching for a good read.
I usually review YA books and contemporary fiction as well. I currently review books for my blog and am happy to be expanding to more authors and genres as a reviewer for Readers Favorite. |
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Hello! My name is Ruthi Kight. I am 27 years old and I am currently studying Social Work at Columbia College. I have a 3 year old daughter who takes up most of my time and she is the light of my life. I am an avid reader and I enjoy many different genres such as fantasy, thrillers, crime dramas, suspense, and many more. If it's interesting, then it's for me!
I want to be a book reviewer so that I can expand my interests and have the opportunity to read new material that I might not have read normally. Another reason is so that I can practice my writing skills and keep them sharp. I am in school and use my writing skills quite a bit but this is completely different and a lot of fun! |
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My name is Ryan and I am from Auckland, New Zealand. I'm an avid reader of all different genres and am currently reading Ian Banks after just finishing Laurie Lees autobiographical trilogy.
I love writing and have a Diploma in Creative Writing and proud to be able to put my reading and writing talents to work for the benefit of authors and their readers. |
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My name is S.E. Sward and I live in Little Rock, Arkansas, with my husband and daughter and two overfed felines. I am also an author, having self-published my first novel, "Immaculate Conceptions," in January 2012. When I'm not working on my next novel, I write blog posts under the pen name Dame Nuisance and teach essay writing to college freshmen.
I love to read and I love to write, so being a reviewer for Readers' Favorite is the perfect vehicle for doing both. |
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My name is Sam Hartman and I am in Middle School at Riverbend Montessori in Natick, Massachusetts. I am an avid reader and am rarely without a book in my hand (or on my Kindle). As a young reader, I am always looking for books that my parents consider ‘appropriate’, but that I still enjoy.
Reading reviews on different websites helps me choose the right books, so I'd like to help other young readers find great books by being a reviewer for Readers Favorite. When I am not reading, I enjoy swimming, music and playing games with my three brothers. |
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My name is Samantha, I am a late-20-something mommy and teacher. I love my job (usually!) and my kids, and of course my very patient dear husband. I am a recent grad student, lover of books, travel, yoga, pilates, camping, animals, children, food/cooking, and fun. I am always on the lookout for adventure. I have traveled the world as a volunteer and a student, and have seen some amazing places, and met some wonderful people.
I love to read, and am a history buff (and some would say nerd). I love museums, learning new things, and trying out new cultural events and different cuisines. My kids mean the world to me, and I love that as a mom and a teacher, I get to help shape and enrich young minds. |
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Hello, my name is Samantha. I am a student at Ferris State University in the Criminal Justice program. I am also engaged and planning my wedding along with my future career plans. I absolutely love books and will read just about anything.
I started reviewing because my friends kept asking me about the books I have read.
Now I enjoy reviewing books as much as I enjoy reading them. |
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Hello, my name is Samantha Walker. With a degree in English-Creative Writing, both reading and writing are my passions. In the future, I hope to be a published author, but for the time being, I am thrilled to read the work of others and provide valuable feedback for the author and their future readers. |
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Hello my name is Sandra, I am a published author, publishing coach, owner of a small business focused on authors, and an online radio host. Plus I also do public speaking engagements within my community. I love to help promote and advertise for authors.
One of my greatest passions is reading new and amazing books whether they are fiction or non-fiction. I truly believe that being a book reviewer for Readers Favorites will allow me to help new authors, which is my passion. You can learn more about me on my website. |
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Santosh Kalwar is a poet, writer and researcher. He is a self-published Nepalese writer who writes in English about truth, love and relationships. He has published several books, as well as authored a number of newspaper columns and articles.
He knows the value of reviews and is very passionate about helping other authors with a quality review of their work. You can learn more about Santosh on his website. |
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My name is Sarah and I am a wife, mother, speech-language pathologist, perpetual student, musician, writer, and unashamed bookaholic. I started reading at the age of three and have never stopped.
I currently live in middle Tennessee with my husband, our two children, three dogs, and four cats. I have my master's in Communication Sciences and Disorders and I'm finishing my EdS in Special Education. You can learn more about me on my blog.
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Wisconsin native, Scott Merk (aka Scott Albert) graduated with an English Education and Broadfield Language Arts major with a minor in Creative Writing. A member of the English Honors Society, he has been actively working with authors of all ages teaching and tutoring students of all ages. Helping others master their writing skills, as well as refining his own, has been a passion of his for the last 20 years.
Scott has been working with authors in a variety of genres, developing lessons for creative writers and story-tellers ranging from poetry to fantasy world-building. He studied with best-selling authors and has given critiques and feedback for new and established writers. He has earned a number of awards and recognition for his poetry and fiction both in and out of college and is currently working on his own novel. |
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Hello! My name is Shanna and I am a passionate individual who loves reading YA, fantasy, sci-fi and romcom books. I love reading electronic books on my Kobo Glo.
Writing a book myself in the YA-fantasy genre, I try to read books with an open mind and inquisitive attitude to learn from the style and gain knowledge accordingly. Being a reviewer allows me to do this while helping other authors and their readers. |
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Hello, my name is Sharon and I am a professional writer with more than 30 years experience. I am currently a part-time freelance writer. I am an avid reader and enjoying putting my writing talents to work for the benefit of my fellow authors and their readers. |
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My name is Shawn Cobb and I am an aspiring author/illustrator. I enjoy delving into a number of topics with an open mind in order to find fresh inspiration and to understand another's spin on things.
I enjoy fantasy and Sci-Fi, but my interests are vast as I feel that every genre has something to offer.
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Hello, my name is Shawna and I am an avid reader and enjoy books on a lot of different topics. I am a single mother of a young son who struggles with Autism. I am an avid reader of many genres and one of my favorite authors is Laurell K. Hamilton (pictured left).
I have been writing professionally for 3 years and am excited to be able to help authors and readers with quality reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Shelia Trask. I am a professional book reviewer and have published hundreds of reviews in a variety of publications. I also have a Master's degree in Library and Information Services that serves me well in this type of work. I love getting the word out about new books, new authors, and new ideas. |
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My name is Sherri. I'm a happily married woman of 5 children. Most of my career life I have worked with children ages infants to 12 years of age as a Daycare Teacher. Currently, I work from home transcribing, legal dictation, interviews, and Webcasts, so writing book reviews is just an added pleasure to my list of things to do. In my "spare time" I love to read, read, and read some more. I am particularly fond of historical romance novels, but I will also read a good cozy mystery. I am also in a romance book club where we eat and discuss the books we have been reading. I love it!
The reason I write book reviews is because I know their power, since they are what I use to pick books. I can't just read a good book, I have to share what I've read, hopefully helping other book lovers to try out a new book. My goal is to write reviews for local newspapers, magazines, and online bookstores. |
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My name is Shweta Shankar and I am currently working as a software engineer in a well known company. Writing has always been my passion and I spend all my free time reading and writing. Books are a window to so many worlds!
I am excited to be able to contribute by reviewing new work and helping budding authors. I enjoy many genres, some of my favorite authors are J.K Rowling, Roald Dahl, and Jonathan Stroud (pictured left). |
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Hello, my name is Sidney. I'm a professional writer who loves to read, and who loves to tell everyone about the books I'm reading!
Reviewing is a critical part of the literary world and I am proud to be able to contribute to it with honest and concise reviews. |
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Hello, my name is Sidra. As a college student, i make time in my schedule to read as many books as i can. I've been in love with reading since i was 6 years old. Reading and writing are things i connect with the most.
Books are a gateway to another world, and I consider myself lucky to be able to spend my time reading about and then writing about these other amazing worlds. I enjoy many genres, but my favorite author is L. M. Montgomery (pictured left). |
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My name is Simone Lilly-Egerter, and I am the sole reviewer for Bookworm Babblings. My blog has been in existence and publishing on a daily basis for about year. I enjoy reviewing many genres including Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, YA, New Adult, Mystery, Thrillers, Fantasy and Sci-Fi.
I am a Goodreads Librarian and a member of both NetGalley and Edelweiss. I'm an avid reader and I enjoy sharing my thoughts about the novels I read with fair and honest reviews. You can learn more about me on my Facebook and Twitter pages. |
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Hello! My name is Solomon and I am a blogger and writer from Kenya. I also do leadership training for young people. I love reading, especially inspirational books.
I enjoy reviewing books because I enjoy giving back to the authors whose books bring me so much joy. You can read more about me on my blog. |
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If someone asked me what would be my idea of a perfect world it would be one that included unlimited access to read all my favorite books and the time to do so. My name is Stacy and although I am not an author my self, I have great admiration for the courage and ability it takes for someone to breath life into a good story, like author C. S. Lewis (pictured right).
I'd like to think I am a born reviewer, viewing the world through the eyes of another, one story at a time, and allowed to comment on how they moved me.
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My name is Stan Almendro. I live with my wife, June, and our four children in Alberton, South Africa. I am a Sales and Marketing Director for a group of companies and have ministered the Word of God for over 40 years. I am also a writer and editor for the "Whisper from the Heart Poetry Club."
I believe that the greatest gift given to us are the people around us. The passion of my life is people, which is reflected in my choice of career, my involvement in the ministry and my writing. Hosting the Whisper Poetry Club allows me to help thousands of students and adults world wide.
Another of my passions is travel, which has taken me all over the world. Our children are all married now, and besides sports and traveling, I am a voracious reader and love to help new authors with an honest critique of their work. |
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Living in Melbourne, Australia, with a degree in computer science, Stefan Vucak has had a highly successful career in the Information Technology industry.
His passion for writing hard science fiction has produced several short stories and seven novels in the Shadow Gods saga. In 2002, one of his Shadow Gods books, 'With Shadow and Thunder,' was a runner-up in the EPPIE awards. He has also written two contemporary thrillers, "Cry of Eagles" and "All the Evils." |
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I’m Stephanie Dagg, wife to Chris, mum to Benj (19), Caiti (17) and Ruadhri (9). We live on a 75 acre farm in rural Creuse with llamas, alpacas and three lakes full of carp. I’m an English graduate (Somerville College, Oxford) and Publishing Studies postgraduate (Stirling). I began a career in publishing in 1985 as a desk editor, then in 1992 I became a freelance editor and indexer. I ventured into authoring and for eight years wrote prolifically for two Irish publishers and spent many happy hours visiting schools and libraries to do workshops with kids.
I’m currently in the process of relaunching my writing career, this time in adult fiction. Wish me luck! I have blogs at www.bloginfrance.com and www.booksarecool.com. |
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Stephanie is a teenager who has loved reading from the get-go. She became a Christian at age 11 and has never looked back. Most of the time she is engrossed in Christian fiction, but occasionally she slips a Christian non-fiction, or clean YA or secular fiction into the mix. |
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My name is Stephen L. Brayton and I am the author of two books: "Night Shadows" and "Beta," as well as several short stories. I am also a Fifth Degree Black Belt in taekwondo.
I’ve enjoyed books for as long as I can remember. I have a very large collection of books spanning the spectrum of science fiction, horror, mystery, humor, and general fiction. I currently review for Suspense Magazine and have a book review blog. You can also read more about me on my website. |
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Steve Gaynor has been married to Debra Gaynor for over 37 years. He is employed by the Domtar Corporation (paper company) as a Supervisor and also raises Angus Beef Cattle. The Gaynors have 3 grown children, 11 grandchildren and reside on a small farm in Kentucky.
In addition to assisting with all the shipping needs of Readers Favorite, Steve also enjoys reviewing westerns, autobiographies and audio books. |
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Hello, my name is Steven. I am a freelance writer and have written a number of reviews for games, products and TV shows for sites all over the world.
I enjoy reading biography's and history books as well as crime thrillers and enjoy providing honest reviews for authors and their readers.
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My name is Susan Roebuck and I'm a published author of "Perfect Score" and have been reviewing books for the past two years for several review companies. I love to delve into different genres and find new authors whom I'll follow long after I've written the reviews.
Readers Favorite has a vast amount of genres available which is "mouth-watering" to me and am eager to help new authors. You can read more about me on my blog. |
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Hello! My name is Susanna and I am a children's fantasy writer. I love reading and writing. It is my dream to find the next big blockbuster which is why reviewing books is so important to me.
My favorite sub-genres include fantasy, sci-fi, mystery and young adult, with one my favorite writers being Philip Pullman (pictured left). |
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Hello! My name is Sylvia Heslin. I work as a pre-school teacher and love reading to the children that I work with. Two of my favorite children's book are "Good Night Moon" and "Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day."
I have always loved to read and I own over 500 books.
I'm also a classical ballet dancer and perform with the Santa Clara Ballet Company in Santa Clara, California. I love stories and enjoy them whether as a book, movie, ballet, symphony or on stage. You can read more about me on Facebook.
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My name is Tabetha and I am 32 years old. I lived most of my life in Pennsylvania until I moved to South Carolina a few years ago.
I am a long time reader and I love reading anything from children and young adult fantasy books to murder mysteries and romance novels. |
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With a passion for writing, award-winning author Tamera Lawrence likes to entertain readers with edgy thrillers and mysteries mixed with romance. As a mother of six, Tamera draws on personal experiences to bring to life interesting characters set in today’s complex world.
She loves meeting fans and writing book reviews to help new authors like herself. Tamera also likes to play softball and clang out a tune or two on the piano. Connect with Tamera at her blog. |
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Novels, Short Stories, Novellas, Poetry… You name it, I write it and I read avidly. My name is Tami Elder and I am a native of the great state of Nevada. I began seriously writing when I was thirteen. When I turned nineteen I began writing with publication in mind. I love to tell a story, but most of all I love to tell a romantic story. And so for the last nine years I have been putting my talent to use.
I am a published poet with five poems to my name and know what it's like to be a writer searching for the approval of their fans. I have reviewed for other companies and am a fair, honest reviewer and look forward to reviewing for Readers Favorite. |
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Hello, my name is Tania and I am an avid reader and writer. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Berea College and Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Eastern Kentucky University. I am currently doing freelance writing on Yahoo! Contributor Network, Examiner.com, and Odesk.
It is my hope to continue my career in the reviewing and editing market so that I can help writers make their works the best they can be. |
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Hello, my name is Tanya. I am a University-educated woman who holds a Master's degree in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I have over a decade of experience teaching college, and I love to read and write.
I enjoy sharing my thoughts on the books I read and hope my reviews will help authors and their readers. |
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Hello! My name is Tara and I am an author, blogger, psychologist, speaker and general lover of books. As both an author and reader I enjoy promoting my favorite genres and encouraging the work of other authors. Being a reviewer allows me to do both and also help readers find new and interesting books to read.
During the past 25 years I've worked with youth and families in a variety of capacities and have a special place in my heart for young adult books which promote positive messages for our youth.
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Hi, may name is Tara Matthieu. I am the IT person at a small store and the mother of two wonderful children. I am hoping to go back to school next year to pursue a career in computers.
I have been an avid reader for as long as I remember.
I enjoy most genres of books. I am seldom without a book and I have instilled that same love for books in my children. I think reviewing books would be a wonderful experience. |
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My name is Tara Trainor and I am a preschool special education teacher and rescue dog transporter.
I live in the south and am a proud mom to 5 rescue dogs.
In my free time I read about everything I can get my hands on. I enjoy reading thrillers, coming of age books and historical fiction. I also love books by Margaret Atwood (pictured left). |
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Hello, my name is Teodora. I am an avid reader with a passion for arts, poetry and psychology currently working as an artist and writer. I have a degree in Romanian Literature and I am also a published author with two poetry chapbooks and a collection of short stories.
Reviewing allows me to help other authors as well as improve my own writing skills. |
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Hello, my name is Teresa. My passion is writing which by extension includes reading. I love most genres, including children's books and non-fiction. I have been in law enforcement for over twenty years but before that I worked in the food service industry for fifteen years.
I love to travel and see new things and when I can't get the time or the finances to travel I read, because a book can take you to worlds that have yet to be discovered and allow you to live lives that would otherwise be impossible. |
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Hello, my name is Teresita Rivera. I am a housewife, mother to four grown-up kids and 'Lola' (grandmother) to three adorable children. At one time in my life, I worked as a Corporate Planning Officer, a Supervising Cost of Living Analyst and a Senior Specialist in a government office. Upon retirement, I worked for a while as a Human Resources Consultant for an international funding agency, before finally settling into my new life of dabbling in crafts, gardening and reading books. I also do a little bit of painting and writing.
As a a reviewer for Readers' Favorite I can pursue my love for reading, as well as explore and expand my interest in writing. It also gives me an opportunity to see the world through the eyes of the writers I review, and to possibly help them in some tiny way to improve how they communicate their ideas to readers like me. |
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My name is Terri Tumlin. After retiring to Florida from a varied series of careers including science, writing, teaching, and computer programming, I now spend my time writing mystery novels. I also enjoy reading, sports and music.
I have been a reviewer for other companies and I enjoy sharing my love of reading with others. |
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Hello! My name Thomas and I love reading. My favorite genres are primarily fantasy, Science Fiction and Historical and Educational (non fiction), but I will try just about any genre.
Reviews are a good way for readers to find out whether they are looking in the right area when looking for a new book and I am privileged to be able to provide reviews for those readers and give back to the reading community. |
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Hello, my name is Tiffany. I am an active and busy woman! I am a registered and licensed dietitian and thoroughly love my career. I have a large social base and enjoy staying on top of nutrition trends as well as active in my professional life. I also enjoy biking and pilates to keep my physical health strong.
I enjoy reading as a way to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of the day. It allows me to both cater to my mental health as well as give myself a break from my active lifestyle. I've also found that reading a book with a friend or family member can help to increase a bond and reading a book related to my field can even help put me ahead of the game. |
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Hello, my name is Timothy. I've been an avid reader ever since I was little. My mom would take my brothers, sister and me to the library about once a month to check out books. During my teens, I would even get into discussions with my mom about books we read. I've since raised both my kids to be avid readers.
I read several different genres of books, and one of my favorite authors is Tom Clancy (pictured left). I like being a reviewer because I enjoy sharing my love of books with others. |
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My name is Tina Arnoldi and I like to read. A lot. It's not unusual for me to read two books in a long weekend. I started doing reviews a while ago for my blog on Nonprofit Technology and Social Media, then started reviewing for other sites as well. Since my interests and sources of books are varied, I started a separate site just for reviews called Love to Read.
Obviously, no one is the final authority on which book is a good one. If you don't like the reviews you're coming across, consider reading the book anyway. You might be pleasantly surprised! |
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My name is Tobi and I am a full time mommy who loves to read to avoid housework. My family is my life. I have 3 children and a great husband who is supporting me in my new life of reviewing books on my blog and for Readers Favorite.
I'm addicted to coffee and reading. I love to read Romance of any kind: Paranormal, Historical, YA, Western, Contemporary, you name it. I'm open to others but those are my favorites. |
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Tominda "Tom" Adkins is the author of "Vessel, Book I: The Advent", a contemporary fantasy and the first in a series of five.
As an independently published author, Tom is passionate about writers helping writers. She loves reading work by her peers, and feels that reviewing for Readers Favorite will not only lead her to more indie favorites, but give her yet another outlet to help them gain the exposure they deserve.
You can learn more about Tom on her website, blog and Facebook page. |
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Tracee Gleichner is the vice president of Pump Up Your Book and has been a reviewer for 8 years for several different companies.
Her experience has taught her the importance of writing thoughtful, precise reviews to ensure that each book is given the opportunity to have its positive aspects highlighted.
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Hello, my name is Trish Bacon and I am a 58 year old house wife, mother of 4, grandmother of 4 who loves to read and study.
I live in Pembroke, Georgia. I am Christian and enjoy spending time at church, on the computer and reading and reviewing new books. |
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My name is Trisha Dawn and I am a graduate of Bachelor of Arts in Communication. Ever since my uncle gave me my first book I became a die-hard book worm. Truly, because of books, my imagination became my playground.
As a reviewer I am privileged to be able to pursue my love of reading while offering my honest opinions to authors and their readers. |
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Hello, my name is Trudi LoPreto. I am a 64 year old retired lady and an avid reader of many genres of books. Some of my favorite authors are Fern Michaels, Lee Child and Clive Cussler (only the Dirk Pitt series). I have a wonderful daughter and son-in-law, and two cats - Rascal and Harold. I have lived in New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, Michigan and now Mississippi. My husband and I enjoy traveling, especially cruising.
I want to share my thoughts about the books I read to not only help authors, but to help readers find books they will enjoy, because I believe reading is truly fundamental. |
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Hi, my name is Ty Mall and I love words. I've been reading and writing ever since I can remember. I want to be a reviewer because I love to read, and I think giving feedback to help authors learn and grow will be very valuable to them.
I have always learned something from everything I've read, and I am happy to be able to give something back as a reviewer for Readers Favorite. |
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Hello, my name is Ulrika from Norrbotten, Sweden. I am the owner of an executive coaching company and am also a lawyer with my own law firm.
I am an avid reader and excited to be able to provide quality reviews for the books I read. |
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Hi, my name is Valerie and I am an avid reader. I have always loved to read from the time I was a little girl. Reviewing further ignites my passion for books and allows me to help other people realize that that books are really intellectual gifts which are needed from time to time.
I enjoy books on may different subjects, some of my favorites are about Albert Einstein (pictured left). |
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Hello, my name is Vered Ehsani. South African by birth, I currently live in Kenya with my husband, 2 kids, a few tortoises and a dog. My day job is at the United Nations Environment Programme. My real job is writing novels for teens and raising a family.
As a writer, I'm interested in reading novels from other indie authors. As a reader, I would love to discover new authors to follow! You can learn more about me on Facebook, Twitter and on my website. |
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Victoria Freudiger is an Editorial/Art Director with 20 years experience in the publishing, editing, advertising and marketing fields. VicToria has spent two decades editing in various media formats and is a published author.
She has also worked with over 15 newspapers in various positions.
She knows the value reviews play in the literary industry and is excited to be able to contribute as a Readers Favorite reviewer. |
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Victoria Marin is an Occupational Therapist who gained recognition for the innovative use of the Nintendo Wii with the elderly in a rehab setting. She lives in New Jersey with her five children---her inspiration for writing. Her love for reading and writing has led her to publish her first children's book, Aiden's Waltz, which is about a young boy with Autism who overcomes his challenges through the art of ballroom dancing.
As a reviewer, Ms. Marin wishes to provide feedback for authors which will only strengthen their skills. In addition, she hopes to pass along her passion for reading to others by recommending books which will inspire the minds of young readers. |
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Hi, my name is Wajeeha Jalil. I am a student of medicine and will be a doctor in the very near future. I want to be a book reviewer as reading novels has not only been my hobby, it has been my passion since I was 4 yrs old; yet I am not tired of the magic that a new, interesting book spins for me.
I am excited to be reviewing for Readers Favorite and I will provide authors an accurate, honest and helpful review. |
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Hi I'm Wen. As a child, my Mother read bedtime stories to me before she tucked me into bed, so my first experience with books was definitely very enchanting. I enjoy reading a wide genre of books, from Romance novels to Business and Finance related texts. I really like how one book can change the way you see things - one book can change your life.
Before I invest my time into a book, I'd often browse through various reviews. I believe that a review is not only beneficial for readers but also for the authors to receive invaluable constructive feedback. |
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My name is Yasmin Rasidi and I am currently a home-based translator and a content writer. I have always loved reading, and even at an early age I referred to book reviews before selecing a book to read.
It is an honor to be a reviewer myself and provide information for those seeking quality books to read. |
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Yves Robichaud is originally from the small Acadian community of Grand-Barachois, New Brunswick, Canada. He has studied Business Administration and Information Technology, currently works for the federal government, and is the proud father of one son: Jeremy.
He is an avid blogger and an author. Inspired by a love of fantastical, magical tales, "Kaylen's Rising" is Yves' first attempt to share this literary passion with his son and the rest of the world. You can learn more about him on his website. |
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My name is Yvonne and I am a teacher and a writer currently living in Hawaii. I graduated with a BA in English/French literature and a master's degree in education, which I have used to teach language arts.
I am interested in helping writers who are new to the field. I realize objectivity is essential, but I also realize that strengths-based evaluations are critical to encouraging others to be successful. |
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