The Literary Review Group
The Literary Review Group is a carefully curated panel of 14 experienced Literary Reviewers and Beta Readers who work with both Russell-Alexander Publishing authors and external authors.
Each member of the Group operates independently, bringing their own reading experience, insight, and perspective, while working within a clear professional framework designed to ensure consistency, fairness, and transparency for authors.
Literary Reviews
Our Literary Reviewers provide independent, honest, and reader-focused book reviews, including Advance Reviews.
Reviews are written with integrity and care, offering genuine reader reactions rather than editorial critique. Each review is delivered to the author within a clearly defined timeframe.
The review fee includes:
Where an author chooses to send a signed copy of the published book to the Reviewer, the review may also be:
This approach supports visibility while keeping the review process transparent and ethical.
Beta Reading
As Beta Readers, members of the Group provide a thorough, developmental read-through of a manuscript.
Beta Reads are designed to help authors identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement from a reader’s perspective. Feedback is honest, constructive, and focused on elements such as clarity, pacing, character development, structure, and overall reading experience.
Each Beta Read is completed and returned within an agreed timeframe.
Fees and Transparency
All Literary Reviewers and Beta Readers are independent contractors. To ensure clarity and fairness for authors, the Group has agreed standardised fees for their services.
Book Review Fees
Beta Reader Fees
Choosing a Reviewer or Beta Reader
Each Reviewer and Beta Reader has an individual profile outlining their background, reading interests, and experience. Contact details can be found within each profile, allowing authors to make direct contact and choose the reader best suited to their book.
Preferred Genres:All fiction; cookbooks; self-help/wellness; and spiritual
About Alisha Squelch - LRG Advanced Reviewer:
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Follow Alisha Squelch - LRG Advanced Reviewer:
Preferred Genres:Fiction: historical, fantasy, magical realism, myths & legends, science fiction, thrillers, adventure, mystery, dystopian, young adult fiction, &contemporary. Non Fiction: history, cookbooks, memoir, health and wellness, travel, &nature/environment.
About AnnaRae G. - LRG Advanced Reviewer:
An avid reader and book-lover, I enjoy reading and reviewing in a wide range of genres.
Books Reviewed:
Preferred Genres:Romance including Romcom, Sport Romance and Historical Romance / Crime & Mystery, Historical Fact and Fiction, Young Adult & Children, Natural History, Arr, Travel, Cooking and Photography.
About Annette MH - LRG Advanced Reviewer:
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Preferred Genres:Fantasy, Horror, Magical Realism, Myths and Legends, Science Fiction, Thriller, Adventure, Children’s fiction, Romance, Dystopian, Crime, Young Adult fiction, Biography, Philosophy, Memoir, Spirituality, Health and Wellness, Self-help.
About Becky Noble - LRG Principal Reviewer:
Profile
I am an introverted woman with a deep love for books, reflected in the vast collection that fills every corner of my home. I enjoy reading across a wide range of genres, from immersive fantasy worlds to thoughtful non fiction, with biographies and thrillers holding a special place among my favourites. Beyond reading, I find joy in the craft of bookbinding, long walks, and creative play. I am an avid player of Dungeons and Dragons and have a strong appreciation for all manner of board games, valuing the storytelling, strategy, and connection they bring.
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About Fran Woliter - LRG Advanced Reviewer:
Most Recent Books Reviewed
Preferred Genres:All genres
About Gina Halliday - LRG Reviewer:
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Preferred Genres:All Genres
About Jessica D - LRG Principal Reviewer:
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Follow Jessica D - LRG Principal Reviewer:Preferred Genres:All Genres
About Jessica Newton - LRG Advanced Reviewer:
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Preferred Genres:All Genres
About Lauren G - LRG Reviewer:
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Preferred Genres:All Genres
About Lindsay Adams-Riley - LRG Advanced Reviewer:
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