Editorial Policy
LumiReads exists to help people find books and articles worth their time. This page explains how we decide what to publish, how we keep it accurate, and how we handle money and influence.
Our mission
We aim to publish clear, honest, useful writing about reading. Every piece should leave you better informed about what to read next and why.
How we choose what to cover
Our editors choose topics based on reader interest, relevance and quality. We do not accept payment to cover a title, and we never guarantee coverage in exchange for a free copy, sponsorship or any other benefit.
Independence
Editorial decisions are made by our editorial team, separate from any commercial or advertising relationships. Advertisers and partners have no say in what we write, how we rate or recommend a book, or whether we publish a piece.
Accuracy and fact-checking
- Facts, quotes, dates and attributions are checked before publication.
- We link to or name our sources wherever possible.
- Reviews and recommendations reflect the honest opinion of the writer, and we distinguish opinion from fact.
Corrections and updates
If we get something wrong, we fix it promptly and note the change at the bottom of the article. Significant updates carry an “Updated on” label with the date of the change. To report an error, email support@lumireads.io with “Correction” in the subject line.
Affiliate links and sponsorship
Some pages contain affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This never affects what we recommend, and affiliate content is disclosed clearly. Sponsored content, if any, is labelled “Sponsored” and is kept separate from editorial work.
Free copies and review materials
We may receive advance or complimentary copies from publishers and authors. Receiving a copy does not obligate us to review it or to review it favourably.
Use of AI tools
We may use AI tools for research, editing or transcription, and all published content is reviewed and approved by a human editor.
Reader comments and community standards
We welcome respectful discussion. We may remove comments that are abusive, discriminatory, spam or misleading.
Contact the editorial team
Questions, feedback or pitches: support@lumireads.io