“Awesome job on the review. I was very happy.”

– David Kummer, author of The House on the Hill #1, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Excellent. I agree with everything including the rating.”

– Kolyossi Lemah, author of Obligation, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you for taking the time to read and provide feedback. I knew there were some editing/formatting flaws which is a lesson learned but no one has pointed them out as vividly as you have. I appreciate it because it helps me see how desperately I need someone to edit/format my second book. You have encouraged me to fork out the money on the next installment. This is my first attempt at writing. It wasn’t without its trials, but I feel with reviewers, such as yourself, I have learned a number of do’s and don’ts through my journey.”

– Tamara Smith, author of Coming Into Power (A Mikayla Tale #1), on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Nobody’s Bride! I was so happy reading it that I started crying. A good, happy cry, lol. I am pleased that you enjoyed the story and took the time to write such a warm and lovely review. Thank you and hugs.”

– Laura Langdon, author of Nobody’s Bride: A Nellie Bishop Romance, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“I really appreciate all of your feedback and in-depth opinions on the characters and story! I can tell you’re taking notice of their development and following their journey through the book! I hope to reach out to you for a review of this book after it’s finished and published, hopefully, next year! Thanks again!!!”

– Hannah V. Lander, author of Lost in Fear (Lost in Life #2), on Ri’s beta-reading

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“Hey there! I really appreciate the constructive criticism! I kinda wish I had you as one of my betas before the book got published since I can no longer make changes based on what you’ve mentioned. I’m very glad to move forward with having you as a beta for Book 2. I think it will help a ton. I actually think I can weave answers to some of the questions you had into book 2 pretty seamlessly once I head into my revision phase, so I’m going to make some notes. This information is all extremely useful and I’m glad that overall you liked my book and my writing style! Also, I’ve always thought I was terrible at world-building, so seeing you say my story had good world-building is a huge confidence booster. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and having your help to give my [second] book the polish it deserves!”

– Hannah V. Lander, author of Lost in Love (Lost in Life #1), on Ri’s review

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“What a pleasant early morning surprise to get Risah’s positive review of “HOUSE BOY”. Atmosphere Press and I are delighted with this and feel she really captured what this story is all about. She took a challenging and in many ways brutal tale and rendered it accessible to readers potentially reluctant to enter this shadowy world of modern slavery. My personal thanks to her for her insight and perception.”

– Lorenzo DeStefano, author of House Boy, on Ri’s review on Feathered Quill

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“Thank you for your honesty. We have made all the editorial changes and would love for you to read Myrtle’s Closet again.”

– Kareem & Mandy Wade, authors of Myrtle’s Closet, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you for the quality and depth of your review. Your time is appreciated.”

– Lori Power, author of Black’s Gold, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thanks to Risah for pointing out those errors. I’ll go in and fix those before any further marketing takes place. Also, I appreciate the honesty about the ending. It’s likely going to bring a rise out of people in different ways, but that’s expected. I also appreciated the respect for the overall concept in the beginning of the review.”

– Greg Brian, author of Time Within, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“What a remarkable review! And I don’t mean because of the positivity. Most of the reviews I have received for this book focus on the superficial (the basic story as it unfolds and how it is perceived by the reader). There is certainly nothing wrong with this, but you took the time to look beyond the story to see a deeper meaning presented in the text. Thank you. This is very special and entirely true. I greatly appreciate your taking the time to read and review The Wizard’s Diary.”

– Robert J. Bradshaw, author of The Wizard’s Diary, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“I was very pleased that you reflected all of the qualities of the book which I worked hard on: realism of the characters, the “found” artifacts, the use of poetry and a diary, the emphasis on Janie’s growth to a strong, independent woman. Your sentence sums it up very well: “A charming and sweet love story with feminist takes, this book will surprise its audience in simple but substantial ways.” And, by giving this 4 stars, I actually feel more honesty in your review than others I received.”

– McKenzie Truscott, author of Love Rhymes, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you for your thoughtful and engaging review!”

– Cece Louise, author of Desperate Forest, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Wonderful review. The novel has not been released yet, which gives me an opportunity to take Risah’s advice and make it better. This was as valuable as any beta reader advice I’ve received.”

– Mark M. Bello, author of The Final Steps, on Ri’s beta-reading

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“I’m thankful that you finished the book this fast despite everything and I appreciate your helpful feedback!”

– Vivian Sader, author of God Slay the King, on Ri’s beta-reading

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“Thank you, Risah. This is a great review. I was debating writing this in British or American English. Also which audience to target, young adult or just adult. On Goodreads, I would appreciate [it] if you could leave your review above as well. I will anyhow add it to my own editorial review and put it on my website too, VanWestbooks.com.”

– Kenneth Thomas, author of VanWest The Past, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Very satisfied. It was clear from Risah’s report that she had read my manuscript (A SHAME TO KILL) carefully and understood the story and what I intended to say. Her suggestions were spot-on and in-depth and delivered with in a friendly manner. I got compliments where I deserved them and, more importantly, usable solutions where there were problems. Well done, Risah.”

– Karlos Plunkett, author of A Shame to Kill, on Ri’s beta-reading

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“Thank you so much for your thoughtful and sophisticated review. Thank you for also listing the location of the typos you found. I had the manuscript professionally edited, but after converting the Word into various e-book and paperback formats, I think some words/sentences got inadvertently butchered during the formatting phase and the new typos just faded into the background, unnoticed. I was able to correct all of the typos and upload the new manuscript to Kindle Direct Publishing. I know it takes a lot of time to write out each typo so thank you again for doing that!”

– Amy Hay, author of Spirit of the King (Spirit of the King #1), on Ri’s review

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“Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! I am glad you enjoyed reading Bella Cigna!”

– Wendi Dass, author of Bella Cigna, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Risah did a beta read for my first manuscript and I’m very thankful for her help and insight. She was tough and has a discerning eye, but she’s fair and the critique and questions she asked will help my work improve. I appreciated her honesty and I was able to ask a few follow up questions. She has been great to work with.

I also appreciated her professional[ism] and timeliness on providing the feedback. I would recommend her.”

– Kehinde Walker, author of Closing on Love, on Ri’s beta-reading

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“Thank you for your honest review. I appreciate your feedback.”

– Maya Tyler, author of A Wizard’s Choice, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Really great reviewer, I found the highlighting of issues missed by my editor really helpful and appreciated the friendly and helpful service.”

– K.J. Simmill (pen name: Emily Stormbrook), author of Breaking Sin
(Addicted to Sin #1), on Ri’s review

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“That is wonderful, thank you. I will correct the errors and issues you have highlighted today and upload a new file.”

– K.J. Simmill (pen name: Emily Stormbrook), author of Hel to Pay
(Elswyth Chase #1), on Ri’s review

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“I am amazed that you read the novel and reviewed it so quickly. Your review perfectly captured the novel’s content and intent. Your insights into the characters, social milieu and physical setting reflected the serious, respectful and deep reading that most reviewers fail to attain or even attempt. Writing a novel is an endlessly demanding and frustrating business, but a professional and heartfelt review like yours validates all the effort. I highly recommend your quality reviews and services.”

– Alex Austin, author of The Perfume Factory, on Ri’s review

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“Thank you Risah for the honest review. I feel like you understood my pacing and enjoyed the characters, and I appreciate the careful feedback on the typos so I can go back and correct them. Developing the characters and their love story, and bringing the reader along on the emotional journey is my goal. I’m so glad you enjoyed the book!”

– Charity Jackson, author of Something Beautiful (Pacific Grove #2), on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Great details! I very much appreciated being alerted to the typos!”

– Allison Rose, author of Fly Free, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“This is an excellent review, Risah. Comprehensive and compelling.

Thanks for the list of misspellings. I had been going through the novel in the weeks before I sent it to you and making thousands of small changes (passive to active, replacing overused words, etc. I’m still doing it). Inevitably, the process makes for new misspellings. In fact, I’ve discovered even scrolling through a long text creates new errors. An inadvertent touch of a key as you press page down.

Good luck with your beta projects, and I’d be happy to endorse you.”

– Alex Austin, author of The Machine in the Ghost, on Ri’s beta-reading

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“Thank you very much for your review, it’s a really big confidence booster. I also appreciate you taking the time to give notes. I must read the book 10 times over looking for typos. A new set of eyes is something that I will use now when I am editing. Thanks again!”

– Joseph Lingeman, author of His Blue Eyes, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thorough and thoughtful, concentrated on the substance of the story. Thank you.”

– Danielle Orsino, author of The Birth of the Fae, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you for the review. I especially appreciate that you pointed out the typos for me. I’m glad to hear that despite me doing the worst thing possible as a writer (killing my hero 20% in the story and removing the highest stakes of any given story, e.g. survival), you did find it a good read. I’ll try better next time.”

– Anna Flakk, author of A Wicked Chance, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Wonderful reviewer… I am so grateful for the detail in which the review is written. As a writer, it tells me where I hit the mark in my story and where I may have missed an opportunity. It really felt like this reader truly enjoyed my work and that means the world. Plus the reviewer found a few minor typos which I can now correct, that in itself is priceless. Readers like this reviewer are why writers write.”

– Thaine Chase, author of The Letters From Lincoln Bee, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“The reviewer was clear in their coverage, and their explanation of the storyline [was] very concise which as an author is always appreciated because it means my presentation was not confusing or cluttered. I’m quite grateful they took the time to read my work.”

– Thaine Chase, author of Empire of One (Wandering Invader #1), on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“This reviewer was extremely helpful, particularly with the extra comments provided, which were right on target and made me realize I still needed extra proofing work done. The reviewer appreciated that I was trying to avoid a shallow treatment of K-Pop. It’s important that readers understand this. The reviewer also made some perceptive comments about the tone, the diversity, the world-building and the angst, which ensures they put thought into the reading and review. I will probably avoid using the plot description portion, simply because I’m hoping to keep the incident with Mr. Lee [as] more of a surprise to the reader. I’m grateful for this review, and will use it in my marketing effort.”

– R. P. Rioux, author of Swimming Through the Dawn, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Not quite sure I recognise the gore trigger 🙂 but I am glad you enjoyed the read and thank you for a nice & balanced review.”

– Anna Belfrage, author of A Flame Through Eternity, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“I think this review was honest and helpful and also gives me a view into Risah’s perception of the story. Thank you.”

– C.V. Shaw, author of The Spell, on Risah’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Risah did an excellent read and her contributions to make Time Fall a better read are greatly appreciated. Thank you, Risah.”

– Jaclyn Belmay, author of Time Fall, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“I could not thank you more! Terrific feedback!”

– Alexandrea Weis, author of The Christmas Spirit, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you for reviewing my book. I especially appreciate the comments on typos as well as how it might be improved.”

– Isabella Berdyna Zysk, author of Adalindis, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“The reviewer provided a well-written and thorough review!”

– Danielle Harrington, author of The Diseased Ones, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you for your honest review. I truly appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed it. I’m sorry you thought the romantic elements came out of nowhere, but I wrote it that way for a reason. The brothers’ attraction to her is essential to the overall plot of the series and will become clearer as the series progresses. The same goes for Laura’s obsession and the social class system. The social status in Amaryllis and the other union cities is key to this series and the upcoming subsequent overlapping series. I hope you continue to read this series and the overlapping series. I would love to have you on my beta reader or advance[d] reviewer team. I hope you have a wonderful day, and please stay safe and healthy in these dangerous times.”

– Imania Margria, author of The Pacemaker (The Pacemaker #1), on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you very much for reading my book so quickly and leaving helpful feedback. I also appreciate the post you put on your blog! I am going to go back through some of the dialogue and see if I can fix some of the confusion. Thank you again!”

– Jessica Aiken-Hall, author of Boundaries, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Risah’s review was in-depth, fair, and written beautifully. She clearly took the time to read the book thoroughly and understand the romance genre. Great reviewer!!!”

– Olivia Owen, author of Gin’s Tonic, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Risah’s review is very thoughtful and carefully written. I appreciate her comments and observations. I wish to thank Risah. Her criticisms will impact my writing. I am happy that her positive observations recognize my respect for the powerful roles women play throughout our society. Lastly, let your staff and my readers enjoy my imagining schoolteachers, not James Bond, in a romantic thriller!”

– Andy Rose, author of A Lesson to Die For, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“The detailed nature of the reviewer is what I wanted from the service. Although the rating isn’t as high as one would want, the review provided me with good lessons learned and will help me grow and improve as a writer. I very much appreciate the comments!”

– Kevin Tomaszewski, author of Solace, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Risah’s honesty is much appreciated. I wish she had enjoyed the ending more, but that’s okay, I appreciate the feedback. She provided some terrific marketing fodder in her comments, such as, “Earl Town is everything I could ever ask for in a detective,” which I very much value.”

– C. James Brown, author of Killing Influence (Earl Town #2), on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Thank you, Risah S., for your review of my book, The Witch Hunter General. Your short description of the story was accurate and did not give away any spoilers and I am also very grateful for your kind words. Thank you again.”

– Mace Berry, author of The Witch Hunter General, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“Risah’s review was slightly less favorable than the other two reviews I received, which were five stars. However, I believe she was honest in her critique.”

– D. Philip Miller, author of Grouper’s Laws, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite

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“I am thrilled that the reviewer felt Teddy Roosevelt, Millie, and the Elegant Ride was a perfect story for young readers. I am particularly delighted with the reviewer’s description of Millie; her recognition that Millie is not only a young dreamer, but a doer as well made me smile. I have one comment, however, regarding a theme that I feel the reviewer perhaps did not fully capture in her review. The significance of the arrival of electric trolleys in early twentieth century Maine underscored that a world beyond the rural communities was at last within reach, and as such, became the catalyst for Millie’s dreams of possibilities beyond the farm. Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback. Overall, I am very pleased with the reviewer’s comments.”

– Jean M. Flahive, author of Teddy Roosevelt, Millie and the Elegant Ride, on Ri’s review on Readers’ Favorite