Timeframe to read, review, and confirm a book?

2 min. readlast update: 12.18.2025

The Overall Process Ranges From 2-19 days.

The time you have to complete a review depends on the length of the book and the format you are reading. Our system uses a flexible schedule to ensure you have enough time to provide a thoughtful, honest review.

Timeframes for Reading and Reviewing

  • Reading and Reviewing Period: You are given a minimum of 2 days to read and review a book, which can increase up to a total of 13 days based on the word count of the manuscript.

  • Paperback and Physical Book Shipping: For physical books, we add an extra 3 days to your deadline to account for shipping time. This means the maximum timeframe for a paperback book is 16 days.

  • Deadline Extensions: If you find that you are running behind, you have the option to add a one-time 3-day extension to your current deadline.

Amazon Confirmation and Publication

  • Publication Window: Once you post your review on Amazon, the time it takes for it to be publicly visible and confirmed varies. We see reviews confirmed anywhere from the same day you post up to 13 days later.

  • Account Factors: This timeframe depends on your individual Amazon account and other factors we are unable to track; it is entirely up to Amazon to determine when the review goes live.

Important Note on Delays

  • Do Not Edit or Resubmit: Please avoid trying to resubmit or edit your review while it is still pending. These actions can cause significant delays and may prevent your review from becoming publicly visible on the Amazon website. It is best to let the process finish without interruption once it has been submitted.

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