ChapterSwap
A thoughtful community for independent authors

Better book feedback starts with real readers.

A fresh foundation for writers to find useful, independent feedback and connect with others who care about the craft.

The foundation

Authentic feedback matters more than inflated stars.

A fresh foundation for writers to find useful, independent feedback and connect with others who care about the craft.

Where we begin

What matters most.

01

Share your work

Introduce your book and communicate what kind of feedback would help you grow.

02

Read intentionally

Find fellow authors, read with care and offer specific observations.

03

Build lasting connections

Develop meaningful reader relationships and improve your writing through candid feedback.

How we approach it

Principles worth keeping.

01

Independent opinions

No promises of positive ratings or reciprocal public reviews.

02

Authentic participation

Real feedback from real people, offered freely.

03

Platform compliance

Public reviews must follow the rules of retailers and review platforms.

The next chapter

Built on the essentials. Ready to evolve.

This is a concept-stage starter. Signup, matching, payments and subscriptions are not available until a backend is built and tested.

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