US Review of Books vs. Midwest Book Review: National vs. Regional Services

US Review of Books is a national service. Midwest Book Review targets Midwest readers specifically. The choice depends on your geographic market.

Price Comparison: The Numbers

Feature	US Review of Books	Midwest Book Review	City Book Review
Standard Review	$150-$200	$60-$75	$199
Turnaround	4-6 weeks	4-6 weeks	6-8 weeks
Geographic Reach	National	Midwest only	9 regions nationwide
Review Length	300-400 words	100-150 words	350+ words

What US Review of Books Actually Delivers

Professional reviews, 300-400 words, national reach, print magazine distribution. Fast (4-6 weeks). Substantial marketing material.

What Midwest Book Review Actually Delivers

Reviews, 100-150 words, Midwest-focused audience. Very cheap ($60-$75). Fast (4-6 weeks). Limited reach outside the region.

When US Review Makes More Sense

• Your book appeals to national audience.
• You want longer reviews for marketing material.
• Print magazine credibility matters.

When Midwest Book Review Makes More Sense

• Your book is Midwest-specific content.
• Budget is minimal ($60-75).
• You're targeting Midwest readers specifically.

When City Book Review Makes More Sense

• You want 9 regional outlets (including Midwest coverage).
• Longer reviews (350+ words) for marketing.
• Better value ($199) than US Review ($150-200) with more distribution.
• Covers Midwest (Chicago Book Review) plus 8 other regions.

The Bottom Line

US Review: national reach, professional length. Midwest: budget-friendly regional. City Book Review: 9 regions including Midwest, longer reviews, better value.