FREE BOOKS for Book lovers: ARC & Polished Manuscript Readers for Authors discussion

Hi I just joined this group and I’m new to the world of ARC reading. I’m looking for my first ARC book. I love fantasy, mystery and romance books a lot but I’m willing to try other genres! Looking forward to working with all of you lovely authors :)

Hi Driti!

I'm not sure if I fit your vibe, but here's the link for you to check things out. It's the first installment of a contemporary romance trilogy.

https://booksprout.co/reviewer/review...

if it doesn't seem like your thing, no hard feelings :)

Shae wrote: "Hi Driti!

I'm not sure if I fit your vibe, but here's the link for you to check things out. It's the first installment of a contemporary romance trilogy.

https://booksprout.co/reviewer/review......"

No it's fine - I'm interested to read more genres. The title seems interesting as well! Thanks for sharing your work! I'll check it out soon and review it 💞

Hey Driti and welcome to the community.

I might have just the fix for tou fantasy/mystery sweet tooth.

My debut novel, Blood Herring, is a vampire buddy cop mystery. I've included a link to the first 4 chapters free below.

Good news, if you find you need more, book 2 is on pre-order now. I'd be thrilled to give you an ARC for each one in exchange for your most honest review.

Thanks for offering to help us authors!

Regards
~Drake

https://www.ehdrake.com/s/Blood-Herri...

@E.H. Drake Yess I'm already intrigued by just 50 pages of your book and I would love to read the entire thing in exchange for an honest review.

Hey ☆ Driti ☆,

I'm so glad you enjoyed the sample. Shoot me a message and I'll send you the ARC link for all three of my current works!

[email protected]

Thanks again,
~Drake
www.EHDrake.com

I've got a Dark Thriller/Suspense Romance that I've self-published. It is a series, and I do have three other novels already written for it, but only one published right now as I haven't edited the others. Excerpt and details below:

"With a hesitant hand, I reached for the lid, the sound of my breath hitching in my throat the only noise in the oppressive silence. The lid came away with a soft creak, revealing the grotesque contents within. My stomach churned as I took in the sight of a human heart, meticulously preserved and displayed like a perverse piece of art. It was nestled on a bed of black velvet, the organ's once-vibrant red now a dull maroon, veins and arteries splayed out in a sickening display of Ryker's twisted affection." - Chapter 18, snippet

Synopsis:
Fennec Starling is your average struggling artist, juggling her mundane life between tattooing and commissions. But when a mysterious and fabulously wealthy patron named Ryker Wolfe commissions her for a special logo design, Fennec finds herself drawn into his dangerous, seductive orbit. From their first intense meeting, she can sense Ryker's predatory nature lurking beneath his polished exterior.

As Fennec becomes obsessed with holding onto her own humanity, Ryker begins insinuating himself into her life through unsettling gestures and a campaign of psychological manipulation. Fennec tries to resist her growing fascination, but she is inexorably lured in by Ryker's intoxicating power and primal magnetism.

Before long, the lines between art and reality become blurred as Ryker's twisted desires escalate. Fennec realizes too late that she has become the prey in his sinister game of stalking, abduction, and forced seduction. Trapped in his luxurious lair, she is subjected to Ryker's most depraved appetites through acts of dubious consent, assault, and mind-games that threaten to break her completely.

In this intense, suspenseful page-turner, Fennec must decide whether to fully surrender to the intoxicating, primal depths of Ryker's dark cravings or find a way to escape his ruthless, consuming obsession before it destroys her.

Chapters: 40 + Epilogue (15 available on BetaReader)
POV: First person, dual
Formatted?: Yes
Manuscript File Versions: ePUB, PDF, MOBI
Trigger Warnings: This book contains scenes of dubious consent, stalking, kidnapping, sexual assault, violence, manipulation, and several others. Reader discretion is advised. Trigger warning page included.

Link: https://odesavageauthor.wixstudio.io/...

I have a Dark Romantasy on BetaReader as well, but the end chapters aren't fully edited. If you still want to check it out, the first 20 chapters are available. You can contact me at any time of day at my email if you have questions or want a full manuscript of either novel :)

Email: [email protected]

☆ Driti ☆ wrote: "Hi I just joined this group and I’m new to the world of ARC reading. I’m looking for my first ARC book. I love fantasy, mystery and romance books a lot but I’m willing to try other genres! Looking ..."

Hi Driti,
I would love to have you read my novel! I have a digital ARC I could send you right away via BookFunnel :)

My email is [email protected] or feel free to friend me on Goodreads if that is easier.

Here's a link to the Goodreads page for my book!

Hey Ditri,

I’m not sure if this will interest you or not, but I’m looking for ARC readers for Wings of Death, Book one in my Kingdom of Angels series. This is a slow burn Urban Fantasy/Romantasy, available for review on BookSprout.


A war in the heavens could be hell on Earth…

From the moment I turned eighteen and became a guardian angel, I was thrown into a world of chaos. Now I'm bonded to a gorgeous human named Kyle who just may be my downfall...because Kyle isn't just any human. He has a secret. One that could get us both killed.

And to make matters worse, he can't remember what it is.

When the most powerful angels from the Kingdom of Galespo descend to Earth—with the winged enforcers' hellbent on destroying my human charge and my Kingdom of Silanthia—I'll need to help Kyle regain his memories, uncover dark secrets, and bring the truth to light to save them...a venture that just might cost me more than my wings.

War is on the horizon and fates hang in the balance, but one wrong move will bring Kyle and my Kingdom down with me.



https://booksprout.co/reviewer/review...

Odessa wrote: "I've got a Dark Thriller/Suspense Romance that I've self-published. It is a series, and I do have three other novels already written for it, but only one published right now as I haven't edited the..."

Hi Odessa, sorry for the late message! I don''t think I can accept this ARC right now because I think it's quite long and my exams are starting... Maybe if you let me know when is the last day to submit the review? Thanks for the offer though 💗

Dana wrote: "☆ Driti ☆ wrote: "Hi I just joined this group and I’m new to the world of ARC reading. I’m looking for my first ARC book. I love fantasy, mystery and romance books a lot but I’m willing to try othe..."

Hii Dana! Sorry for the late reply! I loved the theme of your book but I don't think i can accept this ARC because my exams are starting and since it releases on 24th June, I assume that I have to write a review by then which I'm not sure if I can. Sorry and thanks for the offer!

Katrina wrote: "Hey Ditri,

I’m not sure if this will interest you or not, but I’m looking for ARC readers for Wings of Death, Book one in my Kingdom of Angels series. This is a slow burn Urban Fantasy/Romantasy, ..."

Hey Katrina! As much as I would love to read your book 'Wings of Death', I won't be able to participate in this ARC because I have my exams coming up so I don't think I will be able to write a review by 20th June. Thanks for the offer though...

Katrina wrote: "Hey Ditri,

I’m not sure if this will interest you or not, but I’m looking for ARC readers for Wings of Death, Book one in my Kingdom of Angels series. This is a slow burn Urban Fantasy/Romantasy, ..."

Katrina wrote: "Hey Ditri,

I’m not sure if this will interest you or not, but I’m looking for ARC readers for Wings of Death, Book one in my Kingdom of Angels series. This is a slow burn Urban Fantasy/Romantasy, ..."

Hi, I'm thinking of possibly reading this. Is this a series or a one-off book? Would you still be up to a review or do you already have enough and do I need to download something to read it on? Hopefully, I can though as it sounds amazing!

Hi Driti,

I would love for you to join my ARC team for my new book, Art Boss, an Enemies-to-Lovers Steamy Romance Novella.

Register here to join the team:
https://storyoriginapp.com/reviewcopi...

Hi Driti—

I have a short-story/poetry book available on BookSprout that l'd love for you to read!! Totally understand if it isn’t something that interests you though.

https://booksprout.co/reviewer/review...

Trauma Can Kiss My Ass a poetic memoir

Book Description --
Follow along, as the author takes us through life with a narcissistic domestic partner, hitting rock bottom financially, living in desperate fear for safety, and the quiet triumphs that come from overcoming all odds. With lots and lots and lots of therapy.

“Trauma Can Kiss My Ass, a poetic memoir” takes the reader on an emotional journey through the Jane’s personal story of domestic violence, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. This poetic memoir is a unique compilation of short stories, journal entries, and letters to a younger self. The author allows readers to experience, in real-time, her private struggles and healing.

Hi Ditri,
would you be interested to review Children's Book - "Colors in Circles". Kindly fill up this form if keen:

https://forms.gle/MiQ86YatGLknyTZKA


Regards
Lil Rustle

Blurb:
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your toddlers about colors and shapes through colourful illustrations and rhyme?

Step into a vibrant world where learning meets wonder with “Colors in Circles”. Beyond simply introducing concepts, this book delights and encourages children to explore, ask questions, and foster a love of learning through engagement and curiosity.

Follow our endearing protagonist as he curiously asks, ‘What is (color) and round?' From the bright yellow sun to the irresistible pink lollipop, each page unveils vibrant colors found in everyday objects, nurturing early learning and language development.

Lil Rustle's approach goes beyond introducing colors and shapes by crafting a joyful reading experience. With rhythmic rhymes and repetition, the book aids in language development, while the lively illustrations make learning a visual delight.

Hi Driti,
I'm a new author looking for ARC readers. My book is a Romantic Suspense Novel of Love, Secrets, and Self-Discovery.

Here's the description:
Emily believed her life was a perfect fairytale—a loving husband, two adorable children, and a tranquil island existence. But when long-forgotten memories resurface, her idyllic world shatters around her. Torn between her present reality and haunting remnants of a past she can't recall, Emily faces heart-wrenching choices that will redefine her entire world.

As she grapples with these life-altering revelations, Emily must confront her deepest fears and find the strength to rediscover her true self. However, an unexpected danger emerges from the shadows, threatening to plunge her into darkness and destroy everything she holds dear.

Can Emily overcome the traumas of her fractured past and embrace a future filled with love and healing? Or will the weight of her secrets and the looming danger consume her, forever altering the course of her life and tearing apart her family?

"When the Fairytale Crumbled” is a poignant and emotionally charged novel that delves into the intricacies of love, family, and identity in the aftermath of trauma. This emotionally charged love story infused with suspense that will keep you turning pages late into the night. Prepare for an emotional journey with a satisfying happily-ever-after that will leave you breathless.

Fans of Danielle Steel’s sweeping romantic family dramas will love this book!

If interested, please contact me, and I'll love to share the link to my book

Hi Driti!

I would be happy to provide a copy of my book for an honest review if you are intrested!
It’s an epic fantasy with some dark twists.

Daniel McDaniel - Grieving Gold

Here is the link!
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/2c7co1kucj

Hi there!
If you're in the mood for a steamy contemporary romance, check out my ARC registration and details here!

https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview...


One look, and I hate my new boss. Except my body never got the memo.

We clashed from day one.

He treats me like a know-nothing, small-town girl, but I’m determined to prove myself. So when he asks me to manage a big conference in the mountains, I seize the chance to impress.

On the drive up there, our forced conversation turns to light banter, and I discover a different Ethan. A playful spark in the eye. A childish grin. Who is this man?

A storm forces us to find refuge in a sleazy motel, and the blizzard ignites something between us. Now my panties are on the floor.

When has sleeping with the boss ever been a good idea?
Not to mention developing feelings for him!

I cannot lose this job and go back to Hick Town.

Which is exactly what I’m thinking the night he takes me on his desk.
And his assistant walks in on us…

Hello authors, thank you so much for providing me with arcs. I am not accepting any of them now however, as I'm travelling and I don't know if I will have time to read these books on time. However, I will accept arcs from August 10th. Thank you for understanding...

☆ Driti ☆ wrote: "Hi I just joined this group and I’m new to the world of ARC reading. I’m looking for my first ARC book. I love fantasy, mystery and romance books a lot but I’m willing to try other genres! Looking ..."

Hi Driti,

Thank you for offering this! I’d love to give you a free copy of my book, Ruby & Onyx!

It’s a YA/NA Fantasy Romance that I am self-publishing as my debut book as an author! I would really value your time and feedback.

Here it is on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2....
It’ll be officially released on Amazon in the near future.

Please let me know if you are interested and we can work out the details.

Thank you and hope to be in touch soon!
-Summer

Hi Summer,

I know I’m not Ditri but I was looking at your book and it sounds amazing! I was wondering if I could have a copy and I promise I will give a review on GoodReads for you.

-Addi

Addison wrote: "Hi Summer,

I know I’m not Ditri but I was looking at your book and it sounds amazing! I was wondering if I could have a copy and I promise I will give a review on GoodReads for you.

-Addi"

Hi Addi!
I appreciate you offering! Please message me privately and we can discuss details.
-Summer

Addison wrote: "Hi Summer,

I know I’m not Ditri but I was looking at your book and it sounds amazing! I was wondering if I could have a copy and I promise I will give a review on GoodReads for you.

-Addi"

Hi Addi,
I have a YA contemporary fiction novel that I can offer you in exchange for an honest review. It has recently published so it is no longer an ARC... but I am still willing to give you a free digital version in exchange for a review :) Let me know!Growing up Hadley

Hi i be interested [email protected]

Dana wrote: "Addison wrote: "Hi Summer,

I know I’m not Ditri but I was looking at your book and it sounds amazing! I was wondering if I could have a copy and I promise I will give a review on GoodReads for you..."

Hi Dana, I'm intrugued with the concept ans would like to read and review it. However, I'm an avid reader but a slow one too a sI enjoy every single page of the books I read.
If you're interested, pls do let me know.

Dana wrote: "Addison wrote: "Hi Summer,

I know I’m not Ditri but I was looking at your book and it sounds amazing! I was wondering if I could have a copy and I promise I will give a review on GoodReads for you..."

Hi Dana! I literally have your book on my TBR list! If you're still in need of reviews and I'd love to review for you.

Hi I would be interested [email protected]

Greetings Driti,

I recently released my first book in the Bane War series, https://www.amazon.com/Fury-Bane-War-...

Series theme is Heaven's angels, technological beings, waging eternal war against Navia's demons, magical beings. 5000 years ago they signed a peace treaty, but now wage war through proxies. Yava is the latest battleground.

Saffa is this book's protagonist, a sassy battlemage wielding a longsword while casting fire and ice magic.

The book takes inspiration from Slavic mythology and Ukraine's fight for freedom.

I had 3 women beta read and they gave mostly positive feedback, but now I'm trying to get more eyes and brains on the story. I'm eager to improve the dark fantasy and romance pieces, as I have at least six more books planned.

Genre is DESR (dark epic science romantasy). Content rating is MA.

If you are interested in reading, let me know via message or email to [email protected], and I can get you a hardback, paperback, or .epub copy, whatever you want.

Author site: https://banewar.com

Hi Driti!
I'd be thrilled if you'd consider reading and reviewing my book - Poinsettia Lane. It's a small town, slow burn romance with found family and all the feel good vibes - a perfect read as a palette cleanser or when you're in the mood for something light and easy.

Poinsettia Lane

Here's the ARC sign-up link:
https://forms.gle/ASJ3bPkVHGdadF1P8

Thank you so much for your consideration!

~~~

Blurb:
What do accidental stalking, panic attacks, and landscaping have in common?

Everly’s life is exactly as it should be, until her estranged sister comes back to town the same day Asim Jabbar knocks on her door, nearly knocking Everly off her slipper-clad feet and her anxious heart right out of her chest.

After the flirtiest plant delivery of her life, Everly tries to find her Hot Delivery Guy without becoming a stalker, then digs herself into a hole when she enlists his help re-landscaping her yard. An already immaculate yard that does not need any new plants.

Asim agrees, on one condition: that Everly get her perfectly manicured hands dirty and join him. Despite Asim turning her life upside down, Everly can't stop thinking about the muscular, tattooed plant dad.

But when Asim’s world collapses and past scars threaten their future, Everly doesn’t realize all that Asim has sacrificed for her until it’s too late.

Hi, I'm currently looking for reviewers for this book:

Two Novellas

Two life-affirming stories of ordinary people in extraordinary situations.

The Golden Flyswatter takes us to a retro dive bar in Santa Monica, California, where young Natalie Schoenfeldt, an ingenue from Wisconsin, gets a job cocktailing. She soon realizes that the patrons are not who they seem, and Hollywood opportunities may not be either.

The Walk of Washington takes us to present-day Philadelphia, where a young filmmaker is playing piano to pay the rent. When he meets an older gentleman who looks a lot like Benjamin Franklin, the most excellent adventure of his young adult life begins.

https://dl.bookfunnel.com/hwt01mjv1w

Hi Driti,

I am currently looking for reviewers for my epic fantasy novella, SON OF THE THUNDER GODDESS. Check out the blurb below and see if this sounds like something you'd be interested in reading:

ARC Signup form: https://forms.gle/crvB3kZiAJQbt9RAA


EVEN GODS DIE.

The city of Bridunum is besieged.

Saorlach the demigod leads an army of thousands to its walls, eager to pillage and kill. Covered from head to toe in tattooed runes, he bears the blessing of the gods themselves. No weapon can pierce his skin.

One by one, Saorlach challenges the champions of Bridunum, taunting and killing them at will. Heroes fall. Morale weakens. Saorlach’s victory is imminent.

Only one man can stand against him.

Athewain, a lowly shepherd of Logren’s countryside, longs for a life of heroic adventure. When Saorlach’s warriors slaughter his village, he sets out on a quest for vengeance, assisted by an ancient, long-forgotten god known only as the Maker.

Now, Athewain must wield the power of this unknown deity to defeat his divinely-protected enemy and thwart his bloody dreams of conquest.

But there are enemies within Bridunum as well as without. And the gods, once angered, do not forgive.

If Athewain fails, his dream of justice dies with him. And all of Logren will fall to ruin.

Son of the Thunder Goddess is an epic fantasy novella inspired by the myth and history of Celtic, Iron-Age Britain. It features feuding gods, immersive worldbuilding, and epic, visceral battles.

Journey to Rallem

Welcome! Would you be willing to ARC read this one for me? It's romantasy, so it might just suit your interests. I can send you the ARC in ebook format today, if you'd like.

Hey! I hope you are well, but I have a romantasy series where I can offer you three books if you are interested? The first two are around 103,000 words and currently for the today and tomorrow they are free on Amazon (free all the time if you KU user). But I am currently looking for ARC readers for the 3rd book in my Taviny's Blood series. It is 115,000 words. The ARC ebooks will go out in April, then the book publishes in June.

This is the series blurb: Enter a world of dragons, unicorns, elves, orcs, demons, and all sorts of magical beings. Follow Taviny, the future Dragon Queen, as she pulls humans into a world unlike anything they've ever seen. Her mission is to unite all these beings under one banner of peace and unification. But she finds peace can come at a high price and not as easily achieved as she hopes. With blood, sweat, a little bit of magic Taviny resolves herself to her task. She dreams of a world where humans, elves, and all beings of lore celebrate their own magic within. She vows to bring light to dark. Enlightenment to the unknown. Power to the weak. Because she is the Dragon Queen of legend. The one foretold by prophecy from the gods...and now all she has to do is learn to control her temper first...

This is the Google form ARC sign-up for the 3rd book if you are interested!
https://forms.gle/NtngvgewUK51q6uR8

Hey, I am looking for some ARCs for a grim rpglit novella about a dwarf surviving a murder mystery with a werewolf on the hunt. No romance, but hopefully your interested
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/zmttqhk0lq
or
https://booksprout.co/reviewer/review...

☆ Driti ☆ wrote: "Hi I just joined this group and I’m new to the world of ARC reading. I’m looking for my first ARC book. I love fantasy, mystery and romance books a lot but I’m willing to try other genres! Looking ..."

Hi! Do you like urban fantasy? I'm looking for readers for my 3rd book in the series. I'm also offering to send the first two (one at a time) so you can get caught up. Which means, I'd understand if your review comes a little later than launch day.

Here's the blurb:
Since Hally’s fated-friend, Nolan, upended her exile mere months ago, they’ve saved the elven realm from a ruthless mage, a deadly curse, and a war with the fae. Now terrorists have struck the elven capital and the royals are being held hostage. It’s Hally and Nolan to the rescue, again.
Despite a family crisis in Paris, they’re forced to drop everything and scramble for an open portal as the network collapses. Every victory has a cost and as secrets surface and sacrifices mount, Hally and Nolan must ask themselves: can they save the realm without losing each other?
*picture on form is not part of the cover. Cover reveal will be August 23th.
Here's the sign up sheet.
https://forms.gle/fTA3Fm4NYVu3gbxY8
Thanks for your time

Hi Driti, I'm seeking ARC readers for Book 1 of a steamy romance series of short stories (5500-7000 words each book).

The Hookup Files: Book 1 - The Delivery Guy is currently free (ebook only) on Amazon - link is provided below the summary. Many thanks for your time and review on Amazon!

She ordered pizza. She got a one-night stand she’ll never forget.
Fresh off a breakup, Leah wants nothing more than carbs and solitude. But when her delivery guy shows up tall, tatted, and dangerously charming, her night takes a steamy detour.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0FMNW8FF2/r...

Hi Driti!

Thank you for offering to support authors here. As a new indie author myself, I’d love to share my debut romance Canceled (The Saddle Bar Encounters, Book One) with you.

I can send you an early copy of my debut novel, Canceled (The Saddle Bar Encounters, Book One) — releasing October 28, 2025.

It’s The Love Hypothesis meets The Hating Game with:
👩‍🔬 A brilliant chemist rebuilding her life after betrayal
🧬 A broody biotech CEO who can’t stay away
🔥 Steamy scenes + sharp banter
😂 An unhinged best friend for comic relief

If you’d like to give it a try, I can send you the ePub directly , or you can grab it through BookFunnel here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/96k6ld8nww

Reviews can be left on Goodreads now ( https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2... ) , and on Amazon ( https://www.amazon.com/author/jillcha... ) after Oct 28th.

Excited to hear your thoughts if you’re interested!

With gratitude,
Jill Chandler