Become a reviewer

Review with us.

Good books deserve close readers. Bring your perspective to the CANREADS reviewing community.

Next reviewer intake: January 2027.

Open application form

Pull up a chair.

  • Read what interests you

    Choose your books and arrange your reading around the agreed deadlines.

  • Help a book find its reader

    Give authors visibility and readers a thoughtful perspective.

  • Find your book people

    Connect with readers, writers, and publishing professionals.

  • Develop your craft

    Build your reviewing portfolio and strengthen your critical writing.

The work, and the thank-you.

Awards evaluations

Score books against award criteria, with short written comments where requested.

Editorial reviews

Write around 350 words for publication and promotion, or 250 words for children’s books.

Your first two books
$15 CAD
One gift card after both books, plus editorial feedback and guidance.
After the introductory track
Up to $35 CAD
Per book, depending on assignment type and book length.

Compensation is in Amazon or Indigo gift cards, not cash. Pay-per-review cards are issued monthly in CAD; local currency conversion happens at redemption.

Two books. Your own words.

Submit two reviews of recently read books, about 150 words each, in PDF format.

  • Open with a compelling hook.
  • Summarize the book’s themes and distinctive qualities.
  • Balance strengths and criticism with specific examples.
  • Include quotable lines while keeping a professional tone.

Write entirely in your own words. CANREADS checks for plagiarism and dismisses reviewers who plagiarize.

Before you apply

  • Be at least 18 and proficient in reading and writing English.
  • Meet editorial standards and assignment deadlines.
  • Printed books ship within Canada only; international reviewers read EPUB or PDF copies.

Next reviewer intake: January 2027.

Your next chapter starts here.

  1. Prepare your samples

    Write your two assessment reviews and save them in PDF format.

  2. Complete your application

    Attach your assessment, share your experience, and list at least three fiction and three nonfiction genres.

  3. Editorial review

    The CANREADS editorial team assesses your application and writing samples.

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