Foreword Magazine, a trade journal established in 1998 with the tagline “Reviews of Good Books Independently Published,” brings to center stage upcoming books from small, independent, or university presses, as well as self-published books, giving these books the platform to attract the kind of media attention that books from large traditional publishing houses usually get.

You’ll be getting a 450-word comprehensive critique of the writing, plot, pacing, characters, packaging, and other elements that will influence potential book buyers. The book will be rated with one to five stars based on excellence.