Reader Guidance Without Censorship
ReadSafe Ratings are neutral, voluntary content ratings designed to help readers better understand the intensity and nature of a book’s content.
Readers, parents, librarians, educators, booksellers, and book clubs often want more information before choosing a book. ReadSafe provides that guidance without judging a book’s worth or limiting its audience.
What ReadSafe Ratings Consider
Depending on the book, a ReadSafe Rating may consider content such as:
- Language
- Violence
- Sexual content
- Substance use
- Mature themes
- Emotional intensity
- Trauma, grief, or loss
- Religious or spiritual themes
- Political or social issues
- Content that may require parental or reader discretion
What ReadSafe Is Not
ReadSafe Ratings are not censorship.
They do not determine whether a book should be banned, removed, restricted, or rejected. They simply help readers make informed choices.
Why Authors Use ReadSafe
Authors may use a ReadSafe Rating to:
- Help readers understand their book before purchase
- Offer useful guidance to parents, librarians, and educators
- Add clarity to book descriptions and websites
- Support responsible marketing
- Build trust with readers who appreciate transparency