Pacific Book Review vs. Midwest Book Review: Different Regional Approaches
Pacific Book Review and Midwest Book Review are both City Book Review regional publications. The main distinction is geographic: Pacific Northwest vs. Midwest. Otherwise, they're identical services.
Side by Side
Feature |
Pacific Book Review |
Midwest Book Review |
Parent Company |
City Book Review |
City Book Review |
Regional Focus |
Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, CA North, AK, HI) |
Midwest (IL, MI, OH, IN, WI, MN, IA, MO, etc.) |
Cost |
$199 |
$199 |
Expedited |
$349 |
$349 |
Review Length |
350+ words |
350+ words |
Free Submission |
Yes (~40%) |
Yes (~40%) |
Choosing Between Them
These are identical services. The only variable is which region makes sense for your book.
Pacific makes sense if:
- Your book is set in the Pacific Northwest
- Your book targets Pacific Northwest audiences
- You're doing a West Coast tour
- Your book's themes fit Northwest audiences (outdoor, environmental, Indigenous narratives)
Midwest makes sense if:
- Your book is set in the Midwest
- Your book targets Midwest audiences
- You're doing a Midwest tour
- Your book's themes fit Midwest audiences (agricultural, small-town, heartland narratives)
Can You Submit to Both?
Yes. Some authors submit to multiple City Book Review regional outlets to build broader regional coverage. Two reviews at $199 each = $398 for double coverage. Some authors prefer to let the network place the book where it best fits.
The Bottom Line
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Pacific vs Midwest is a pure geographic choice. They're the same service at the same price. Choose based on where your book's audience is and where it's set. Multi-regional submission is an option if budget allows. |