Our Stats

Welcome to Crossroad Reviews Stats!

Welcome to the Crossroad Reviews Stats & Achievements page!

Since 2010, Crossroad Reviews has grown from a personal book blog into a long-running destination for readers, authors, publishers, and book lovers. Over the years, we've reviewed books, interviewed authors, promoted new releases, discovered hidden gems, and built a community around our shared love of reading.

Here you'll find some of the numbers, milestones, recognition, and author praise that have helped shape Crossroad Reviews over the years.

Updated August 2026

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📊 Traffic & Social Media Stats

• Monthly Views: 90K–100K+

• All-Time Views: 11,485,918

• Twitter/X Followers: 4K+

• Facebook Followers/Likes: 5K+

• Instagram Followers: 4K+

• Pinterest Views: 100K+

• LinkedIn Connections: 5K+

• YouTube Subscribers: 673+

• Bloglovin' Followers: 746+

🚀 11 Million Views & Counting!

Crossroad Reviews has officially surpassed 11.4 MILLION all-time views!

That's more than 11,000,000 visits to a site built around one simple idea: books are worth talking about.

From our earliest reviews in 2010 to today's book promotions, author interviews, social media content, and daily conversations about reading, every view represents someone who stopped by to discover something new.

And we're still going.

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📚 NetGalley Stats

• Feedback Ratio: 93%

• Approved Titles: 2,947

Crossroad Reviews has maintained a strong presence within the ARC and reviewer community, providing honest feedback to publishers and authors.

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⭐ Our Reading & Reviewing Stats

Crossroad Reviews has rated and reviewed 747+ books, totaling more than 214,000 pages, with an average rating of 3.6 stars.

Of those, 680 reviews were written in detail, and 226 Goodreads users have marked Crossroad Reviews reviews as helpful.

We're also proud to rank in the top 1% of reviewers on BookSirens based on review volume and in the top 20% of Fantasy reviewers.

Our Rating Philosophy

We're known for being strict but fair reviewers.

Our ratings mean:

5 Stars: Instant Re-Read
4 Stars: Solid & Worth the Ride
3 Stars: Middle of the Road
2 Stars: Not for Us
1 Star: DNF

We don't believe every book deserves five stars—and that's exactly what makes our five-star reviews meaningful.

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🏆 Recognition & Bookish Bragging Rights

Over the years, Crossroad Reviews has received recognition from book-blogging and reviewing communities and has been featured among established book blogs and reviewer sites.

But after more than 15 years online, some of our favorite accomplishments aren't necessarily trophies.

They're the things we've built.

📚 15+ Years of Book Blogging

Crossroad Reviews has been online since 2010, making us part of an increasingly rare group of long-running independent book blogs.

👀 11.4+ Million All-Time Views

We've officially crossed the 11-million-view milestone—and we're still adding books, reviews, and readers every day.

🎤 More Than Just Reviews

Crossroad Reviews has spent years giving authors a platform through author interviews, #AuthorChat, book promotions, release features, cover reveals, and social media promotion.

⭐ A Reputation for Honest Reviews

Authors know that when Crossroad Reviews gives a book four or five stars, it means something.

We're not afraid to say when a book isn't for us—and we're equally enthusiastic when we discover a book we love.

📣 Author Promotion

We've helped authors and publishers get their books in front of readers through reviews, promotional posts, interviews, graphics, and social media exposure.

🏅 Reviewer Rankings

Crossroad Reviews has ranked among the highest-volume reviewers on platforms such as BookSirens, including the top 1% overall and top 20% among Fantasy reviewers.

📰 Industry Recognition

Crossroad Reviews has continued to appear on book-blog and reviewer lists, including recognition among established book blogs to follow in 2026.

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📖 Our Completely Unofficial Bookish Awards

Because after 15+ years of blogging, we think we've earned a few of these:

🏆 Most Likely to Add Another Book to the TBR

🏆 Most Likely to Say "Just One More Chapter"

🏆 Most Likely to Judge a Book by Its Cover

🏆 Most Likely to Fall for a Good Romantasy

🏆 Most Likely to Defend a Five-Star Read With Their Entire Soul

🏆 Most Likely to Discover an Author Before Everyone Else

🏆 Most Likely to Have a TBR That Needs Its Own ZIP Code

🏆 Most Likely to Say "I Don't Need Any More Books" While Adding Another Book to the TBR

🏆 Best Bookish Rabbit Hole Explorer

🏆 Most Likely to Turn "I'm Just Looking" Into a New Book Purchase

🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award for Keeping the TBR Alive

🏆 Outstanding Achievement in Talking About Books Since 2010

And our personal favorite:

🏆 Most Likely to Read One More Book Even Though We Absolutely Do Not Have Time

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❤️ What Authors Are Saying About Crossroad Reviews

Numbers tell part of the story.

The people we've worked with tell the rest.

Over the years, authors have shared their experiences with Crossroad Reviews, our reviews, and #AuthorChat.

Kathleen Baldwin — Young Adult Author

"Jessica Porter is one of the most supportive book reviewers I've met. I always ALWAYS send her an ARC, because I know she'll read it and present an honest, insightful opinion. She amazes me with her creatively written reviews. I'm pleased and proud to quote her. Not only that, but her graphic presentations are gorgeous, on-point, and very helpful with promotion."

Books: A School for Unusual Girls, Exile for Dreamers, Refuge for Masterminds, Harbor for Masterminds

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Kathleen Baldwin on #AuthorChat

"I recently did her show called #AuthorChat and found it comfortable and stress-free. Her questions were thoughtful, intriguing, and fun. I had a great time working with her and Crossroad Reviews."

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Laurie Forest — Young Adult Author

"Jessica is one of the best author interviewers on the internet. Her love of reading is infectious, and her positive, chill vibe sets everyone instantly at ease. A new internet star is here! I'm not surprised by the talent her show is attracting. Highly recommended viewing for book lovers of all stripes."

Books: The Black Witch, The Iron Flower, The Rebel Mages, The Shadow Wand

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Nancy J. Cavanaugh — Middle Grade Author

"I'm still smiling after my interview on #AuthorChat with guest host @anniebookreader. Anarece was such a pleasure and did an amazing job! Wonderful questions, fun conversation, and tons of enthusiasm for my book. An author's dream come true! #AuthorChat Authors are a lucky bunch!"

Books: When I Hit the Road, Elsie Mae Has Something to Say, Just Like Me, Always, Abigail, This Journal Belongs to Ratchet

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Nancy Richardson Fischer — Young Adult Author

"Huge thanks to both Jessica Porter and her co-host (and my friend) Laurie Forest for inviting me to be on #AuthorChat! It was such a treat to talk with both an avid reader/reviewer and an author whose books I adore about my latest novel, The Speed of Falling Objects, the writing life, and even tarot. If you get the opportunity to be a guest, jump on it!!"

Books: The Speed of Falling Objects, When Elephants Fly

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Sarah Henning — Young Adult Author

"Thanks for having me, Jessica! You had fantastic questions and did a great job helping me 'vague talk' about the story so that we didn't give it away!"

Books: Sea Witch, Sea Witch Rising, Throw Like a Girl, The Princess Will Save You

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C.L. Walters — Young Adult Author

"I adore chatting with Jessica. Her love of books and story imbibes everything about her, so talking story with her is a treat."

Books: Swimming Sideways, The Ugly Truth, The Bones of Who We Are, The Stories Stars Tell

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💕 Why Authors Keep Coming Back

The best recognition isn't always a trophy.

Sometimes it's an author who comes back with their next ARC.

Sometimes it's an author who asks to return for another interview.

Sometimes it's a reader who discovers a new favorite because of one of our reviews.

And sometimes it's simply an author telling us that they felt seen, heard, and genuinely supported.

That's what Crossroad Reviews has always tried to do.

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📣 More Than a Review

Crossroad Reviews isn't simply a place to find star ratings.

We believe books deserve conversations.

Authors deserve support.

Readers deserve honest opinions.

And independent, small-press, and traditionally published books all deserve a chance to find their audience.

That's why Crossroad Reviews combines:

• Honest book reviews

• Author interviews

• #AuthorChat

• Book promotions

• Release-day features

• Cover reveals

• Excerpts

• Giveaways

• Author spotlights

• Reader discussions

• Social media promotion

• Book recommendations

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📈 Our Reviewer Rankings

Crossroad Reviews has established itself as a high-volume reviewer across multiple reader and review platforms.

We rank in the top 1% of BookSirens reviewers based on review volume and the top 20% of Fantasy reviewers.

We're also proud to work with books from:

• Large publishing houses

• Small presses

• Independent publishers

• Self-published authors

We especially enjoy discovering books and authors that might otherwise get overlooked.

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⏰ Review Timing

Crossroad Reviews has posted 194+ reviews within one week of a book's release date, helping authors generate early attention and reader buzz.

We also believe books don't have expiration dates.

A book doesn't have to be brand new for us to discover it, love it, or recommend it.

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📏 Book Length

We've reviewed books ranging from approximately 32 pages to 700 pages.

Short book?

We'll read it.

700-page monster?

We'll read that too.

We may complain about the size of the paperback—but we'll read it.

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⭐ Our Most Memorable Reviews

Crossroad Reviews has never been afraid to have an opinion.

Some memorable review categories include:

Highly Underrated:
The Bookweaver's Daughter by Malavika Kannan

Highly Overrated:
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

Hidden Gem:
Becoming Me by Andrea Pippins

Most Popular Review:
The Thing with Feathers by McCall Hoyle

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🎉 The Crossroad Reviews Story

2010: Crossroad Reviews begins its journey.

15+ Years: Still reading. Still reviewing. Still supporting authors.

11,485,918: All-time views and counting.

2,947: Approved NetGalley titles.

93%: NetGalley feedback ratio.

747+: Books rated and reviewed.

214,000+: Pages read and reviewed.

680: Detailed written reviews.

Thousands: Of authors, readers, books, conversations, and memories.

And we're not finished yet.

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❤️ Thank You for Being Here

Whether you've been following Crossroad Reviews since the early days or just discovered us today, thank you.

Every view, every review read, every book recommendation shared, every author interview watched, and every conversation about books has helped Crossroad Reviews become what it is today.

11.4 million views later, we're still doing what we love.

Finding books.

Supporting authors.

Sharing honest opinions.

And occasionally adding another book to a TBR that was already entirely too long.

Here's to the next million views—and the next great book.

📚 Crossroad Reviews
Established 2010 • 11.4M+ All-Time Views • Still Reading