Reading Through A Decolonized Lens
It is essential to critically assess the literature we consume and enjoy because of its ability to influence our beliefs and societal values.
A Xolo Book Review is not your typical book review. Using the guiding questions below, each Xolo Book Review analyzes a book through a decolonized lens. The books we review earn a 1-5 rating on the Xolo Scale, determining how well it represents and celebrates BIPOC experiences.
Our Guiding Questions:
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To what extent are there BIPOC leading characters or perspectives?
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How well does the author avoid writing BIPOC experiences through the white gaze?
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To what extent does the author challenge white-centered beliefs?
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How well does the book explore nuances between intersectional identities?
Submit your book for a Xolo Book Review! 📚
Are you an author with an amazing book you're eager to share? We're thrilled to invite authors of all genres to submit their literary creations for a chance to be reviewed through our Decolonized framework. Submit your request via our form today!
Why choose our blog for your book review?
🔍 Thoughtful Analysis: Our Deconolized Framework is a completely unique metric that delves into a book’s narrative, characters, and more.
🌟 Amplified Exposure: Reach a wider audience as we share our reviews on our blog across our social media channels, connecting your book with readers hungry for new stories.
🛍️ Available At Our Store: Books we review are easier to hand-sell and promote during our pop-up events.
Submitting is easy:
Fill out the simple submission form below, including details about your book.
Let us know if you can provide a physical or digital copy.
Once submitted, someone from our team will reach out and confirm your request
Please note:
⏰ We receive a high volume of submissions, so it might take some time for us to get to yours. Your patience is appreciated.
📖 We accept both traditionally published and self-published books.
💌 While we can't guarantee a positive review, we promise a fair and unbiased assessment of your work.
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